Yukino Inoue

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 14 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Polyisoprenoid Production. Top assignees: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited, Tohoku University, Kanazawa University. Active years: 2017-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yukino Inoue. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yukino-inoue

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 (Patent Applications = 14)

% Patents Active = 68.2

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 19)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.3

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

22 out of 4,544

Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited

National University Corporation Saitama University

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2017-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Polyisoprenoid

Rubber Product

Transgenic Plant

Pneumatic Tire

Cytokinin-Responsive Transcription Factor

Gene Encoding

Mutant Protein

Expression Modulation

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12606807 - Method for purifying protein derived from membrane protein complex (2026-04-21),

2. 12577543 - METHOD FOR PRODUCING POLYISOPRENOID BY REACTION CATALYZED BY MUTANT CIS-PRENYLTRANSFERASE (CPT) FAMILY PROTEIN, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING RUBBER PRODUCT (2026-03-17),

3. 12391964 - Method for producing polyisoprenoid, vector, transformed plant, method for producing pneumatic tire, and method for producing rubber product (2025-08-19),

4. 12146146 - Method for producing trans-polyisoprenoid, vector, transgenic plant, method for producing pneumatic tire and method for producing rubber product (2024-11-19),

5. 11459448 - Tires (2022-10-04),

6. 11236365 - Method for producing polyisoprenoid, transformed plant, method for producing pneumatic tire and method for producing rubber product (2022-02-01),

7. 11046965 - Method of producing transformed cells of rubber-producing plant (2021-06-29),

8. 10920234 - Method of producing transgenicplant (2021-02-16),

9. 10907179 - Production method for polyisoprenoid, vector, transgenic plant, production method for pneumatic tire, and production method for rubber product (2021-02-02),

10. 10889623 - Production method for rubber particles having membrane-binding protein bound thereto, production method for pneumatic tire, and production method for rubber product (2021-01-12),

11. 10590395 - Mutein, method for producing said mutein, gene encoding said mutein, recombinant vector and plant bearing said gene, method for controlling amount of mevalonic acid produced and amount of isoprenoid produced, method for controlling 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA reductase activity (2020-03-17),

12. 10415048 - Method for modulating expression of specific protein using specific transcription factor, isoprenoid-producing plant having transgene encoding specific transcription factor, and method for producing polyisoprenoid using isoprenoid-producing plant (2019-09-17),

13. 10385362 - Method for producing polyisoprenoid, transformed plant, method for producing pneumatic tire and method for producing rubber product (2019-08-20),

14. 10358650 - Method for modulating expression of specific protein using specific transcription factor, isoprenoid-producing plant having transgene encoding specific transcription factor, and method for producing polyisoprenoid using isoprenoid-producing plant (2019-07-23),

15. 10172307 - Plant-adventitious-embryo induction method, plant restoration method, and plant reproduction method (2019-01-08),

Title: **Innovator Yukino Inoue: Pioneering Rubber Production Techniques**

Introduction

Yukino Inoue, an accomplished inventor based in Kobe, Japan, has made significant strides in the field of rubber production, evidenced by her 19 patents. Her innovative methodologies, particularly in the synthesis of trans-polyisoprenoid and advancements in pneumatic tire technology, have garnered attention within the scientific and industrial communities.

Latest Patents

Inoue's latest patents focus on several groundbreaking methods related to rubber production. One notable invention is a method for producing trans-polyisoprenoid, which aims to boost trans rubber production using a gene coding for a trans-prenyltransferase (tPT) family protein. This method also employs rubber particles bound to such proteins, enabling significant advancements in plant-derived rubber.

Moreover, her work extends to the production of pneumatic tires and rubber products. The innovations outlined in her patents emphasize several tire properties, including improved fuel economy, abrasion resistance, and flexibility, addressing critical performance characteristics needed for modern applications. The incorporation of natural rubber with specific molecular weight and radius of gyration enhances the durability and effectiveness of these tires, demonstrating the depth of her research.

Career Highlights

Yukino Inoue's career is marked by her tenure at prestigious organizations such as Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited and Tohoku University. Her experience in both academic and corporate settings has fueled her innovative contributions to the field of rubber technology.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Inoue has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Haruhiko Yamaguchi and Kazuhisa Fushihara. These partnerships have been instrumental in refining her inventions and pushing the boundaries of rubber engineering.

Conclusion

Yukino Inoue’s contributions to the realm of rubber production and technology showcase her ingenuity and commitment to innovation. With her extensive portfolio of patents, she continues to influence the future of materials science and engineering, making her an inspirational figure in the industry. Her work not only enhances the performance of rubber products but also contributes to sustainable practices in manufacturing.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.