Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2017
Title: Innovations of Tom Purcell in Biochemical Engineering
Introduction
Tom Purcell is a notable inventor based in Menlo Park, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of biochemical engineering, particularly in the production of acrylate and its precursors. His innovative work has implications for various industrial applications.
Latest Patents
Tom Purcell holds a patent for "Host cells and method for making acrylate and precursors thereof using an odd-numbered alkane feedstock." This patent describes an alkane-metabolizing cell that is unable to convert propionyl-CoA into methylmalonyl-CoA or 2-methylcitrate synthase. The cell can produce acrylate or its precursors, such as propionate and 3-hydroxypropionate, which can be converted to acrylate enzymatically or through chemical treatment. The invention highlights the use of odd-numbered chain alkanes, such as pentane or heptane, in the growth of these cells.
Career Highlights
Tom Purcell is associated with Calysta, Inc., a company focused on sustainable solutions in biotechnology. His work at Calysta has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of metabolic pathways and the development of innovative bioprocesses.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Tom has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Joshua A. Silverman and Jon Edward Ness. These