Shinichi Shirakura

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 15 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 8 EPO patents. Top assignees: Bayer Cropscience Ag, Bayer Cropscience Gmbh. Active years: 2004-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shinichi Shirakura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shinichi-shirakura

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 15)

% Patents Active = 36.4

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 8 (Patent Applications = 8)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.7

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 17(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Tochigi, JP (2004 - 2014)
Oyama, DE (2014)
Oyama, JP (2009 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

Bayer Cropscience Gmbh

patents

Years Active: 2004-2015

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8927458 - Herbicide triazolylpyridine ketones (2015-01-06),

2. 8673814 - Synergistic combinations which are compatible with cultivated plants and which comprise herbicides selected from the group consisting of benzoylcyclohexanediones for use in rice crops (2014-03-18),

3. 8658798 - Herbicide triazolylpyridine ketones (2014-02-25),

4. 8158559 - Herbicidal combination comprising dimethoxytriazinyl-substituted difluoromethanesulfonylanilides (2012-04-17),

5. 8084398 - Benzoylpyrazoles and herbicide (2011-12-27),

6. 8008484 - Use of sulfonanilides as agricultural and horticultural fungicide (2011-08-30),

7. 7855165 - Herbicide composition for paddy field (2010-12-21),

8. 7829703 - Difluoromethanesulfonyl anilide derivatives useful as herbicides (2010-11-09),

9. 7670991 - Substituted benzoylcyclohexenones and their use as herbicidal agents (2010-03-02),

10. 7482308 - Difluoromethanesulfonyl anilide derivatives useful as herbicides (2009-01-27),

11. 6770599 - Tetrazole derivatives (2004-08-03),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Shinichi Shirakura

Introduction

Shinichi Shirakura is a prominent inventor based in Oyama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of herbicides, holding a total of 11 patents. His work focuses on developing effective solutions for agricultural challenges, particularly in rice cultivation.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Shirakura has developed herbicide triazolylpyridine ketones, which are expressed by a specific formula and utilized as herbicides. Additionally, he has created synergistic combinations that are compatible with cultivated plants, incorporating herbicides from the group of benzoylcyclohexanediones specifically for rice crops. These innovative combinations include various herbicides such as bensulfuron-methyl, bromobutide, and cyhalofop-butyl, which demonstrate superior effectiveness compared to individual herbicides.

Career Highlights

Shirakura has had a distinguished career, working with leading companies in the agricultural sector. Notably, he has been associated with Bayer CropScience AG and Bayer CropScience GmbH, where he has contributed to the development of advanced herbicide technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Shirakura has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Koichi Araki and Yoshitaka Sato. These partnerships have further enhanced his research and development efforts in the field of herbicides.

Conclusion

Shinichi Shirakura's innovative work in herbicide development has made a significant impact on agricultural practices, particularly in rice cultivation. His contributions continue to influence the industry and provide effective solutions for farmers.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.