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Hiroshima, Japan

Yukio Kato

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents. Top assignees: Two Cells Co., Ltd., Chugai Seiyaku Kabushiki Kaisha, Hiroshima University. Active years: 1977-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yukio Kato. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yukio-kato-j7ww679p

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 59(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Setagaya, Tokyo, JA (1977 - 1978)
  • Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima-ken, JP (2004)
  • Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima JP (2006)
  • Hiroshima, JP (1997 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 18 
 
Two Cells Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 987 
 
Chugai Seiyaku Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 258 
 
Hiroshima University
 patents
4. 1 out of 66 
 
Hoechst Japan Limited
 patents
5. 5 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1977-2019

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10507266 - Cartilage-damage treatment agent and method for producing same (2019-12-17),
2. 10196610 - Animal cell culture kit, method for culturing animal cells, method for selective culture of animal cells and cell differentiation method (2019-02-05),
3. 10184112 - Culture medium additive for use in serum-free culturing of animal cell, kit and use thereof (2019-01-22),
4. 10131877 - Differentiation-inducing culture medium additive and use thereof (2018-11-20),
5. 9394521 - Cell preparation containing mesenchymal stem cells, and method for producing same (2016-07-19),
6. 9234897 - Method for distinguishing mesenchymal stem cell using molecular marker and use thereof (2016-01-12),
7. 9074176 - Culture medium additive for use in serum-free culturing of animal cell, kit and use thereof (2015-07-07),
8. 8119397 - Therapeutic agents and therapeutic methods for treating injured tissue (2012-02-21),
9. 6992178 - Agent imparting resistance to external stimuli (2006-01-31),
10. 6787518 - Therapeutics of osteoarthritis and inflammatory joint disease (2004-09-07),
11. 6392022 - Gene originating in human chondrocyte (2002-05-21),
12. 5607920 - Concanavalin a binding proteins and a 76kD chondrocyte membrane protein (1997-03-04),
13. 4067809 - Filtering system for fish-farming water (1978-01-10),
14. 4004551 - Breeding aquarium having filtering chamber therein (1977-01-25),

Title: Innovations by Yukio Kato

Introduction

Yukio Kato is a prominent inventor based in Hiroshima, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical treatments and cell culture technologies. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Kato's work focuses on advancing methods for treating cartilage damage and improving animal cell culture techniques.

Latest Patents

One of Kato's latest patents is for a cartilage-damage treatment agent and method for producing the same. This innovative method involves proliferating mesenchymal stem cells in a serum-free medium containing various growth factors and mixing them with a preserving agent and a cytoprotective agent. This approach aims to regenerate cartilage tissue effectively. Another notable patent is for an animal cell culture kit, which includes a specialized incubator and a serum-free culture medium. This kit promotes the proliferation of animal cells, even in the absence of serum, by utilizing functional groups that enhance cell adhesion and growth.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yukio Kato has worked with various companies, including Two Cells Co., Ltd. His expertise in the field has led to numerous advancements in medical and biological research.

Collaborations

Kato has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including Koichiro Tsuji and Jin Chang Shao. These partnerships have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in cell culture and treatment methodologies.

Conclusion

Yukio Kato's contributions to the fields of cartilage treatment and animal cell culture demonstrate his commitment to innovation and research. His patents reflect a dedication to improving medical technologies and advancing scientific understanding.

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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