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Shinagawa, Japan

Shizuko Harada

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Japan as Represented by Director General of Agency of National Institute, The United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services, Japan as Represented by Director General of the Agency of the National. Active years: 1994-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shizuko Harada. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shizuko-harada

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 5

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 17(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1994)
  • Tokyo-to, JP (1998)
  • Shinagawa, JP (1998)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal2 out of 5 
 
Japan as Represented by Director General of Agency of National Institute
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 3,696 
 
The United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1 
 
Japan as Represented by Director General of the Agency of the National
 patent
4. 3 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1994-1998

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5750331 - Diagnostic reagent for hepatitis C (1998-05-12),
2. 5747241 - Diagnostic reagent for hepatitis c (1998-05-05),
3. 5734019 - Hepatitis C virus antigen polypeptide, production method therefor, and (1998-03-31),
4. 5714314 - Hepatitis C virus antigen polypeptide, production method therefor, and (1998-02-03),
5. 5302507 - Antigenic peptide for detecting anti-hepatitis C virus antibodies and (1994-04-12),

Title: Shizuko Harada: Innovator in Hepatitis C Diagnostics

Introduction

Shizuko Harada is a prominent inventor based in Shinagawa, Japan. She has made significant contributions to the field of medical diagnostics, particularly in the detection of hepatitis C. With a total of five patents to her name, her work has had a profound impact on the healthcare industry.

Latest Patents

One of her latest inventions is a diagnostic reagent for hepatitis C. This reagent detects an antibody induced by infection with the hepatitis C virus. It comprises the second envelope protein or the first non-structural protein encoded by the gene of the hepatitis C virus, which includes a sugar chain. This invention also provides a method for detecting an anti-hepatitis C virus antibody. The use of this diagnostic reagent allows for highly sensitive diagnosis of hepatitis C, improving patient outcomes.

Career Highlights

Throughout her career, Shizuko Harada has worked with various organizations, including the National Institute of Health in Japan. Her expertise in the field has led to advancements in diagnostic methods that are crucial for public health.

Collaborations

Shizuko has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Tatsuo Miyamura and Izumu Saito, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in medical diagnostics.

Conclusion

Shizuko Harada's contributions to hepatitis C diagnostics exemplify her dedication to improving healthcare through innovation. Her work continues to influence the field and enhance the accuracy of medical diagnoses.

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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