Patents by Inventor Ann Thompson

Ann Thompson 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).

  • Modified microorganisms with inactivated lactate dehydrogenase gene
    Patent number: 8541222
    Abstract: Modified microorganisms are prepared by inactivation of the endogenous lactate dehydrogenase gene. The microorganisms are deposited under NCIMB Accession Nos. 41277, 41278, 41279, 41280 or 41281.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: TMO Renewables Limited
    Inventors: Anthony Atkinson, Roger Cripps, Ann Thompson, Kirstin Eley, Mark Taylor, David Leak, Brian Rudd, Simon Baker
  • Modified Microorganisms with Inactivated Lactate Dehydrogenase Gene
    Publication number: 20090197314
    Abstract: Modified microorganisms are prepared by inactivation of the endogenous lactate dehydrogenase gene. The microorganisms are deposited under NCIMB Accession Nos. 41277, 41278, 41279, 41280 or 41281.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2006
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Inventors: Anthony Atkinson, Roger Cripps, Ann Thompson, Kirstin Eley, Mark Taylor, David Leak, Brian Rudd, Simon Baker
  • Thermophilic Microorganisms with Inactivated Lactate Dehydrogenase Gene (LDH) for Ethanol Production
    Publication number: 20090042265
    Abstract: A mutated thermophilic microorganism is prepared, with a modification to inactivate the lactate dehydrogenase gene of a wild-type microorganism. The mutated microorganism is used in the production of ethanol, utilising C3, C5 or C6 sugars as the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2006
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Inventors: Anthony Atkinson, Roger Cripps, Kirstin Eley, Brian Rudd, Martin Todd, Ann Thompson
  • System for analyzing and reducing desynchronosis stress and other adverse effects of air travel
    Publication number: 20080065403
    Abstract: A computer implemented software system provides method and process that enables calculation of circadian rhythm to enable assessment, evaluation and recommendation for therapy or treatment of travelers. Further, the system enables health index, travel index and feeling index measurements to evaluate and recommend treatment options based on assessment modules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2007
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Inventor: Ann Thompson
  • Gift wrap kit, methods and apparatus
    Publication number: 20070007324
    Abstract: A wrapping system, kit and method for wrapping items that includes heavy duty foil wraps pre-formed in varying sizes and shapes and having colors and/or indicia for representing desired themes. A foil wrap can be selected that corresponds to a specific desired theme, and the item to be wrapped can be wrapped using the selected foil wrap without the use of scissors or tape. The invention includes a box having a predetermined internal width, depth and height, wherein the box is configured to receive and store the plurality of foil wraps. The shapes of the foil wraps are round, square, rectangular or combinations thereof. Each foil wrap is colored a predetermined color and when indicia is included on the colored foil wrap, the indicia is printed with predetermined words, phrases or designs in one or more alternative colors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2006
    Publication date: January 11, 2007
    Inventors: Lynn Weddington, Laurie Weddington, Ann Thompson