Patents by Inventor Sheila M. Colby

Sheila M. Colby 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).

  • Germacrene C synthase gene of Lycopersicon esculentum
    Patent number: 6342380
    Abstract: Germacrene C synthase genes from Lycopersicon esculentum have been cloned and sequenced. Transgenic expression of germacrene C synthase in plants can result in beneficial and useful characteristics such as increased host resistance to pathogens and herbivores and altered flavor and odor profiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2002
    Assignees: The Regents of the University of California, Washington State Research Foundation
    Inventors: Sheila M. Colby, John E. Crock, Peggy G. Lemaux, Rodney B. Croteau