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Jassans-Riottier, France

Sebastien Francois

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: Sofradim Production. Active years: 2016-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sebastien Francois. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sebastien-francois

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 14(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Rhone, FR (2020 - 2022)
  • Jassans-Riottier, FR (2016 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 214 
 
Sofradim Production
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2026

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12636139 - Prosthesis for hernia repair (2026-05-26),
2. 12514695 - Hernia prosthesis with marking means (2026-01-06),
3. 11696820 - Hernia prosthesis with marking means (2023-07-11),
4. 11389282 - Prosthesis for hernia repair (2022-07-19),
5. 11098422 - Method for forming a barbed suture and the barbed suture thus obtained (2021-08-24),
6. 10945823 - Guide for selecting and positioning a prosthesis (2021-03-16),
7. 10820979 - Hernia prosthesis with marking means (2020-11-03),
8. 10646321 - Prosthesis for hernia repair (2020-05-12),
9. 10363690 - Method for preparing a chitosan-based porous layer (2019-07-30),
10. 10178991 - Method for forming a barbed suture and the barbed suture thus obtained (2019-01-15),
11. 10076397 - Guide for selecting and positioning a prosthesis (2018-09-18),
12. 9974641 - Hernia prosthesis with marking means (2018-05-22),
13. 9833546 - Method of manufacturing an implantable film and prothesis comprising such a film (2017-12-05),
14. 9527929 - Optimized chitosan reacetylation (2016-12-27),

Title: Innovations by Sebastien Francois in Hernia Repair Technology

Introduction

Sebastien Francois is a notable inventor based in Jassans-Riottier, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical devices, particularly in hernia repair technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Francois has demonstrated a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions.

Latest Patents

Francois's latest patents include a hernia prosthesis with marking means. This innovative prosthesis comprises a patch made of biocompatible material, which has a generally plane geometric shape defining two opposite faces, a center, a length, and a width. The patch is uniquely designed with a single marking means on one of its faces, indicating both the center of the patch and the longitudinal direction. Another significant invention is a prosthesis for hernia repair, which includes a reinforcement layer and two barrier layers of anti-adhesion material. This design aims to enhance the effectiveness of hernia repair procedures.

Career Highlights

Francois works at Sofradim Production, a company known for its focus on innovative medical solutions. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced prosthetic devices that improve patient outcomes in hernia repair surgeries.

Collaborations

Francois collaborates with talented professionals in his field, including coworkers Nicolas Prost and Sébastien Ladet. Their combined expertise contributes to the innovative projects at Sofradim Production.

Conclusion

Sebastien Francois is a prominent inventor whose work in hernia repair technology has led to significant advancements in medical devices. His innovative patents reflect his dedication to improving healthcare solutions for patients.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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