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Albany, CA, United States of America

Tara H McHugh

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 15 published patent applications. Top assignees: United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of Agriculture, Pop Oats LLC, Del Monte Foods, Inc.. Active years: 1996-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tara H McHugh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tara-h-mchugh

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 

% Patents Active = 63.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 74(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • El Cerrito, CA (US) (2003 - 2017)
  • Albany, CA (US) (1996 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 1,217 
 
United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
Pop Oats LLC
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 7 
 
Del Monte Foods, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1 
 
Regrained, Inc.
 patent
5. 1 out of 2,202 
 
The United States of America as Represented by the Secretary of
 patents
6. 1 out of 16,025 
 
University of California
 patents
7. 2 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1996-2025

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12507718 - Crisp and hard whole oat kernel snack (2025-12-30),
2. 11337446 - Crisp and hard whole oat kernel snack (2022-05-24),
3. 10578358 - Intermittent infrared drying for brewery-spent grain (2020-03-03),
4. 9724376 - Olive leaf powder (2017-08-08),
5. 9723851 - Infrared dry blanching, infrared blanching and infrared drying technologies for food processing (2017-08-08),
6. 8940346 - Infrared based peeling of fruits and vegetables (2015-01-27),
7. 8715763 - Fruit and vegetable films and uses thereof (2014-05-06),
8. 8048466 - Fruit and vegetable films and uses thereof (2011-11-01),
9. 6623779 - Intermediate-moisture formed food products made from partially dehydrated fruit and/or vegetables and novel methods of packing thereof (2003-09-23),
10. 6027758 - Restructured fruit and vegetable products and processing methods (2000-02-22),
11. 5543164 - Water-insoluble protein-based edible barrier coatings and films (1996-08-06),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Tara H McHugh

Introduction: Tara H McHugh, a pioneering inventor based in Albany, CA, has made significant contributions to the field of food science and technology through her groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents: McHugh's latest patents focus on sustainable packaging solutions for food products, enhancing shelf life and reducing environmental impact. Her inventions have revolutionized the way we store and consume food.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, McHugh has worked tirelessly to develop novel food preservation techniques using natural ingredients. Her work has been recognized globally for its impact on food safety and sustainability.

Collaborations: McHugh has collaborated with leading research institutions and food companies to further her research and bring her inventions to market. Her partnerships have led to the successful commercialization of several patented technologies.

Conclusion: Tara H McHugh's dedication to innovation in food science has not only transformed the industry but has also paved the way for a more sustainable future. Her passion for creating impactful solutions continues to inspire inventors and researchers worldwide.

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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