Wing L Sung

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: National Research Council of Canada. Active years: 1991-2015.

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 54.5

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 151(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Ontario, CA (2010)
Ottawa, CA (2013)
Gloucester, CA (1991 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 1,039

National Research Council of Canada

patents

Years Active: 1991-2015

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8927248 - Modification of xylanases to increase thermophilicity, thermostability and alkalophilicity (2015-01-06),

2. 8603802 - Enzymatic preparation of plant fibers (2013-12-10),

3. 8591701 - Extraction of hemp fibers (2013-11-26),

4. 7695947 - Modified xylanases exhibiting increased thermophilicity and alkalophilicity (2010-04-13),

5. 7510860 - Xylanases with enhanced thermophilicity and alkalophilicity (2009-03-31),

6. 7060482 - Thermostable xylanases (2006-06-13),

7. 5866408 - Modification of xylanase to improve thermophilicity, alkophilicity and (1999-02-02),

8. 5759840 - Modification of xylanase to improve thermophilicity, alkalophilicity and (1998-06-02),

9. 5556940 - Parathyroid hormone analogues for the treatment of osteoporosis (1996-09-17),

10. 5405769 - Construction of thermostable mutants of a low molecular mass xylanase (1995-04-11),

11. 5021337 - Non-intrusive process for monitoring the production of recombinant (1991-06-04),

Title: Innovations of Wing L Sung

Introduction

Wing L Sung is a notable inventor based in Gloucester, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of enzymatic research, holding a total of 11 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the properties of xylanases, which are crucial enzymes in various industrial applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Modification of xylanases to increase thermophilicity, thermostability and alkalophilicity." This invention involves a modified Family 11 xylanase enzyme that includes cysteine residues at specific positions to form an intramolecular disulfide bond. The modified xylanase demonstrates improved thermophilicity, alkalophilicity, and thermostability compared to wild-type xylanases. Such advancements allow for enzyme activities at higher temperatures and pH values, making them valuable for industrial applications. Another significant patent is the "Enzymatic preparation of plant fibers," which describes a method for extracting fibers from decorticated plant bast skin. This method involves pre-treating the plant bast skin with an aqueous solution and subsequently treating the recovered fibers with a protease at alkaline pH.

Career Highlights

Wing L Sung is affiliated with the National Research Council of Canada, where he continues to innovate and contribute to the field of enzymatic research. His work has implications for various industries, particularly those that rely on enzyme activities under extreme conditions.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Makoto Yaguchi and Kazuhiko Ishikawa, further enhancing the impact of his research through teamwork and shared expertise.

Conclusion

Wing L Sung's contributions to enzymatic research and his innovative patents highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work not only advances scientific understanding but also has practical applications in various industries.