Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

Tad Decatur Simons

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Blood Sampling Technology. Top assignees: Hewlett-Packard Company, Agilent Technologies, Inc., Life Technologies Corporation. Active years: 1989-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tad Decatur Simons. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tad-decatur-simons

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 90.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 4,742(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Menlo Park, CA (US) (1989 - 1991)
  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (1992 - 2015)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1989-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Gel Electrophoresis
Electrophoresis Apparatus
Blood Sampling
Lancet Cartridges
Minimally Invasive
Medical Devices
Pain Perception
Vital Signs Monitor
Gas Analyzer
Spectroscopy
Anesthesia Assessment
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Tad Decatur Simons in Electrophoresis Technology

Introduction: Tad Decatur Simons, based in Palo Alto, CA, is a distinguished inventor known for his significant contributions to electrophoresis technology. With an impressive portfolio of 22 patents, he has been at the forefront of developing automated methods and devices that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of gel electrophoresis.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations is the patent for gel electrophoresis, imaging, and analysis methods, devices, systems, and materials. This invention presents advanced techniques that allow for the automated performance of electrophoresis, enabling simultaneous imaging of the gel during the electrophoresis run. In certain applications, the electrophoresis system can analyze the imaged gel in real-time or post-process, featuring a comprehensive gel processing system, illumination setup, image capture capabilities, and analytical tools all integrated within a single housing.

Career Highlights: Tad has had a remarkable career, contributing his expertise to renowned companies such as Hewlett-Packard Company and Agilent Technologies, Inc. His work in these organizations has greatly influenced the field of biochemistry and molecular biology, specifically through innovations in laboratory automation and analysis.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Tad Decatur Simons has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Michael Greenstein and Paul K. Lum. These partnerships have fostered creative synergies that have led to groundbreaking advancements in the methodologies of electrophoresis.

Conclusion: Tad Decatur Simons's inventive spirit and technical expertise have positioned him as a key figure in the realm of electrophoresis technology. His patents and collaborative efforts not only enhance scientific research but also offer practical solutions for various applications in molecular studies, marking him as an influential inventor in the industry.

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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