Patents by Inventor Eric A Schmelz

Eric A Schmelz has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Peptide regulation of maize defense responses
    Patent number: 9181309
    Abstract: Herein is identified a novel gene, ZmproPEP3, encoding a bioactive peptide, ZmPEP3, from Zea mays, wherein the peptide finds utility in regulating expression of both herbivory-defense regulating signals, herbivore and pathogen defense genes, production of defense-related metabolites, inducing broad antimicrobial activity and increasing plant volatiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by The Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Alisa Huffaker, Eric A Schmelz