Patents by Inventor Jan Pen

Jan Pen 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).

  • Publication number: 20130191944
    Abstract: Method for the inhibition of carbon flow in the glycolytic direction in a cell by increasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Publication date: July 25, 2013
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria GODDIJN, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Patent number: 8124840
    Abstract: Method for the inhibition of carbon flow in the glycolytic direction in a cell by increasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2012
    Assignee: Syngenta Mogen B.V.
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Publication number: 20080138903
    Abstract: Method for the inhibition of carbon flow in the glycolytic direction in a cell by increasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2007
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Patent number: 7247770
    Abstract: Method for the inhibition of carbon flow in the glycolytic direction in a cell by increasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2007
    Assignee: Syngenta Mogen B.V.
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Publication number: 20060195940
    Abstract: The present invention provides plants with a modified taste, solids content and/or texture. The invention also provides methods of obtaining such plants via transformation with DNA constructs containing genes encoding enzymes capable of degrading plant polysaccharides and optionally additional genes encoding enzymes which are capable of further modifying the degradation products resulting from the first degradation step.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2005
    Publication date: August 31, 2006
    Inventors: Albert Van Ooyen, Krijn Rietveld, Wilhelmus Quax, Petrus Van Den Elzen, Jan Pen, Andreas Hoekema, Peter Sijmons
  • Patent number: 7033627
    Abstract: A method of catalyzing in vitro reactions using seeds containing enhanced amounts of enzymes is disclosed. The method involves adding transgenic, non-wild type seeds, preferably in a ground form, to a reaction mixture, especially a bakery process and allowing the enzymes in the seeds to increase the rate of reaction. By directly adding the seeds to the reaction mixture the method provides a solution to the expensive and problematic process of extracting and purifying the enzyme. Methods of treatment are also provided whereby a subject lacking a sufficient supply of an enzyme is administered the enzyme in the form of seeds containing enhanced amounts of the enzyme.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2006
    Assignees: Syngenta Mogen B.V., Gist-Brocades N.V.
    Inventors: Albert Johannes Joseph Van Ooyen, Krijn Rietveld, Wilhelmus Johannes Quax, Jan Pen, Andreas Hoekema, Peter Christiaan Sijmons, Teunis Cornelis Verwoerd
  • Publication number: 20060005286
    Abstract: A method of catalyzing in vitro reactions using seeds containing enhanced amounts of enzymes is disclosed. The method involves adding transgenic, non-wild type seeds, preferably in a ground form, to a reaction mixture, especially a bakery process and allowing the enzymes in the seeds to increase the rate of reaction. By directly adding the seeds to the reaction mixture the mehtod provides a solution to the expensive and problematic process of extracting and purifying the enzyme. Methods of treatment are also provided whereby a subject lacking a sufficient supply of an enzyme is administered the enzyme in the form of seeds containing enhanced amounts of the enzyme.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2005
    Publication date: January 5, 2006
    Inventors: Albert Van Ooyen, Krijn Rietveld, Wilhelmus Quax, Jan Pen, Andreas Hoekema, Peter Sijmons, Teunis Verwoerd
  • Patent number: 6833490
    Abstract: The invention involves decreasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate by plant cell transformation with a gene encoding trehalose-6-phosphate phosphatase from E. coli. Phenotypic effects of plant transformation with this gene include stimulation of glycolysis, cell or tissue growth, and metabolism; and inhibition of photosynthesis and bolting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2004
    Assignee: Mogen International N.V.
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Publication number: 20040093641
    Abstract: Method for the inhibition of carbon flow in the glycolytic direction in a cell by increasing the intracellular availability of trehalose-6-phosphate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2003
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Applicant: MOGEN INTERNATIONAL N.V.
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens
  • Publication number: 20040088750
    Abstract: A method of catalyzing in vitro reactions using seeds containing enhanced amounts of enzymes is disclosed. The method involves adding transgenic, non-wild type seeds, preferably in a ground form, to a reaction mixture, especially a bakery process and allowing the enzymes in the seeds to increase the rate of reaction. By directly adding the seeds to the reaction mixture the method provides a solution to the expensive and problematic process of extracting and purifying the enzyme. Methods of treatment are also provided whereby a subject lacking a sufficient supply of an enzyme is administered the enzyme in the form of seeds containing enhanced amounts of the enzyme.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 1998
    Publication date: May 6, 2004
    Inventors: ALBERT JOHANNES JOSEPH VAN OOIJEN, KRIJN RIETVELD, WILHELMUS JOHANNES QUAX, JAN PEN, ANDREAS HOEKEMA, PETER CHRISTIAAN SIJMONS, TEUNIS CORNELIS VERWOERD
  • Publication number: 20030177531
    Abstract: A method of modification of the development and/or composition of cells, tissues, or organs in vivo in plants by inhibiting the level of an endogenous trehalase is provided. The cells, tissues, or organs have been genetically altered to comprise a DNA sequence encoding a trehalase inhibitor. The DNA sequence is capable of expressing an RNA that is at least partially complementary to an RNA produced by a DNA sequence encoding the endogenous trehalase. Alternatively, the DNA sequence comprises a DNA sequence which is identical to a DNA sequence encoding the endogenous trehalase. The modification is other than to increase production or accumulation of trehalose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2002
    Publication date: September 18, 2003
    Applicant: Mogen International N.V.
    Inventors: Oscar Johannes Maria Goddijn, Jan Pen, Josephus Christianus Maria Smeekens, Maria Theresia Smits
  • Patent number: 6022846
    Abstract: The present invention provides for the expression of phytase in transgenic plants or plant organs and methods for the production of such plants. DNA expression constructs are provided for the transformation of plants with a gene encoding phytase under the control of regulatory sequences which are capable of directing the expression of phytase. These regulatory sequences include sequences capable of directing transcription in plants, either constitutively, or stage and/or tissue specific, depending on the use of the plant or parts thereof. The transgenic plants and plant organs provided by the present invention may be applied to a variety of industrial processes either directly, e.g. in animal feeds or alternatively, the expressed phytase may be extracted and if desired, purified before application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2000
    Assignee: Mogen International and Gist-brocades N.V.
    Inventors: Albert J. J. Van Ooijen, Krun Rietveld, Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Peter Christian Sijmons, Teunis Cornelis Verwoerd
  • Patent number: 5925804
    Abstract: A nucleic acid having (i) a DNA molecule which, when expressed in a plant or plant cell, increases the trehalose content of the plant or plant cell, the DNA molecule encoding an E. coli trehalose phosphate synthase, and (ii) a plant expressible promoter operatively coupled to the DNA molecule. Also, a method for obtaining a plant with increased trehalose production by introducing into a recipient cell of a plant, a plant expressible gene which, when expressed in a plant or plant cell increases the trehalose content of the plant or plant cell. The plant expressible gene is an E. coli trehalose phosphate synthase gene which is operably linked to: a) a transcriptional initiation region that is functional in the plant, and b) a DNA molecule encoding a selectable marker gene that is functional in the plant. The method includes a step of regenerating a plant from the recipient cell under conditions that allow for selection for the presence of the selectable marker gene.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1999
    Assignee: Mogen International NV
    Inventors: Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Mirjam Petronella Does, Petrus Josephus Maria Van Den Elzen
  • Patent number: 5770413
    Abstract: The present invention provides for the expression of phytase in transgenic plants or plant organs and methods for the production of such plants. DNA expression constructs are provided for the transformation of plants with a gene encoding phytase under the control of regulatory sequences which are capable of directing the expression of phytase. These regulatory sequences include sequences capable of directing transcription in plants, either constitutively, or stage and/or tissue specific, depending on the use of the plant or parts thereof. The transgenic plants and plant organs provided by the present invention may be applied to a variety of industrial processes either directly, e.g. in animal feeds or alternatively, the expressed phytase may be extracted and if desired, purified before application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Assignees: Gist-brocades, B.V., Mogen International
    Inventors: Albert J. J. Van Ooijen, Krijn Rietveld, Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Peter Christian Sijmons, Teunis Cornelis Verwoerd
  • Patent number: 5714474
    Abstract: A method of catalyzing in vitro reactions using seeds containing enhanced amounts of enzymes is disclosed. The method involves adding transgenic, non-wild type seeds, preferably in a ground form, to a reaction mixture and allowing the enzymes in the seeds to increase the rate of reaction. By directly adding the seeds to the reaction mixture the method provides a solution to the expensive and problematic process of extracting and purifying the enzyme. Methods of treatment are also provided whereby a subject lacking a sufficient supply of an enzyme is administered the enzyme in the form of seeds containing enhanced amounts of the enzyme.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 3, 1998
    Assignee: Mogen International
    Inventors: Albert J. J. Van Ooijen, Krijn Rietveld, Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Peter Christian Sijmons, Teunis Cornelis Verwoerd, Wilhemus Johannes Quax
  • Patent number: 5705375
    Abstract: The present invention provides plants with a modified taste, solids content and/or texture. The invention also provides methods of obtaining such plants via transformation with DNA constructs containing genes encoding enzymes capable of degrading plant polysaccharides and optionally additional genes encoding enzymes which are capable of further modifying the degradation products resulting from the first degradation step.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1998
    Assignee: MOGEN International, N.V.
    Inventors: Albert Johannes Joseph Van Ooyen, Krijn Rietveld, Wilhelmus Johannes Quax, Petrus Josephus Maria Van Den Elzen, Jan Pen, Andreas Hoekema, Peter Christiaan Sijmons
  • Patent number: 5593963
    Abstract: The present invention provides for the expression of phytase in transgenic plants or plant organs and methods for the production of such plants. DNA expression constructs are provided for the transformation of plants with a gene encoding phytase under the control of regulatory sequences which are capable of directing the expression of phytase. These regulatory sequences include sequences capable of directing transcription in plants, either constitutively, or stage and/or tissue specific, depending on the use of the plant or parts thereof. The transgenic plants and plant organs provided by the present invention may be applied to a variety of industrial processes either directly, e.g. in animal feeds or alternatively, the expressed phytase may be extracted and if desired, purified before application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1997
    Assignees: Mogen International, Gist-brocades, B.V.
    Inventors: Albert J. J. Van Ooijen, Krijn Rietveld, Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Peter C. Sijmons, Teunis C. Verwoerd
  • Patent number: 5543576
    Abstract: A method of catalyzing in vitro reactions using seeds containing enhanced amounts of enzymes is disclosed. The method involves adding transgenic, non-wild type seeds, preferably in a ground form, to a reaction mixture and allowing the enzymes in the seeds to increase the rate of reaction. By directly adding the seeds to the reaction mixture the method provides a solution to the expensive and problematic process of extracting and purifying the enzyme. Methods of treatment are also provided whereby a subject lacking a sufficient supply of an enzyme is administered the enzyme in the form of seeds containing enhanced amounts of the enzyme.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1996
    Assignees: Mogen International, Gist-Brocades
    Inventors: Albert J. J. van Ooijen, Krijn Rietveld, Andreas Hoekema, Jan Pen, Peter C. Sijmons, Teunis C. Verwoerd, Wilhemus J. Quax