Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003-2009
Title: Innovations of Wade R Stevenson
Introduction
Wade R Stevenson is an accomplished inventor based in West Jordan, Utah. He holds two patents that showcase his expertise in nucleic acid quantification and analysis. His work has significantly contributed to advancements in the field of molecular biology.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Real-time gene quantification with internal standards." This invention is directed to a nucleic acid quantification kit and method for determining the initial concentration or mass fraction of a target nucleic acid present in a sample. Illustrative embodiments include real-time competitive quantitative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to determine the copy number or mass fraction of a target nucleic acid sequence in a sample. It also utilizes a thermodynamically based signal processing algorithm, with or without PCR, to provide mass fraction information.
Another significant patent is "Single-labeled oligonucleotide probes for homogeneous nucleic acid sequence analysis." This patent provides probes and methods for the detection and analysis of nucleic acid sequences. The probes are single-labeled oligonucleotide probes whose fluorescence emission changes in response to probe-target hybridization and dissociation. The methods are designed for analyzing one or multiple nucleic acid loci using the probes. This invention further relates to the use of fluorescence changes in single-labeled probes for melting curve analysis, genotyping, and pathogen detection, as well as methods for quantification of specific sequences in real-time monitoring of nucleic acid amplification.
Career Highlights
Wade R Stevenson has worked with notable companies, including Idaho Technology, Inc. His contributions to the field have been recognized through his innovative patents and research.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Brian E Caplin and Carl Thomas Wittwer, further enhancing the impact of his work in the scientific community.
Conclusion
Wade R Stevenson is a prominent inventor whose patents in nucleic acid quantification and analysis reflect his significant contributions to molecular biology. His work continues to influence advancements in the field.