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Kyoto, Japan

Yoshifumi Shinmen

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Suntory Limited. Active years: 1988-1995.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshifumi Shinmen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshifumi-shinmen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.5

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 114(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagaokakyo, JP (1993)
  • Otokuni, JP (1994)
  • Kyoto, JP (1988 - 1995)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 439 
 
Suntory Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1988-1995

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5401646 - Process for production of bishomo-gamma-linolenic acid and (1995-03-28),
2. 5336496 - Inhibitor for delta 5-desaturase (1994-08-09),
3. 5314812 - Microbiological process for production of fatty acids having high degree (1994-05-24),
4. 5211953 - Liver function improver (1993-05-18),
5. 5204250 - Process for production of arachidonic acid (1993-04-20),
6. 5180588 - Liver function improver (1993-01-19),
7. 5128250 - Process for production of highly unsaturated fatty acid having odd (1992-07-07),
8. 5116751 - Process for producing peroxidase (1992-05-26),
9. 4916066 - Process for production of bishomo-gamma-linolenic acid (1990-04-10),
10. 4737460 - Peroxidase and a process of its preparation (1988-04-12),

Title: The Innovations of Yoshifumi Shinmen

Introduction

Yoshifumi Shinmen is a prominent inventor based in Kyoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of fatty acid production and inhibition processes. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Shinmen's work has garnered attention in both academic and industrial circles.

Latest Patents

Shinmen's latest patents include a process for the production of bishomo-gamma-linolenic acid. This process involves culturing a microorganism from the genus Mortierella, which is capable of producing fatty acids. The cultured product is then used to recover these valuable fatty acids. Another notable patent is for an inhibitor for delta 5-desaturase. This composition includes effective ingredients such as lignan compounds, curcumin, and piperonyl butoxide. The lignan compounds used in this patent include sesamin, sesaminol, and several others, which may also be derived from sesame oil or seed extracts.

Career Highlights

Yoshifumi Shinmen is currently associated with Suntory Limited, a well-known company in the beverage and food industry. His work at Suntory has allowed him to explore innovative solutions in fatty acid production and health-related applications.

Collaborations

Shinmen has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Hideaki Yamada and Sakayu Shimizu. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of research and development in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Yoshifumi Shinmen's contributions to the field of fatty acids and their production processes highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to research. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and practical applications in health and nutrition.

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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