Patents by Inventor Ding Ming

Ding Ming 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).

  • Patent number: 8252269
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions and methods for reducing dental caries in mammals. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents and casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). The compositions may be employed to slow the progression and enhance the regression of carious lesions in mammals, particularly in humans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Cadbury Adams USA, LLC
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Jack W. Vincent
  • Patent number: 8133475
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions for improving the dental health of mammals, particularly humans. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents, casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and food-grade acids. The compositions may be employed to remineralize the tooth surfaces of mammals, as well as impart acid resistance thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2012
    Assignee: Cadbury Adams USA, LLC
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Samantha Holme
  • Publication number: 20100297203
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions and methods for reducing dental caries in mammals. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents and casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). The compositions may be employed to slow the progression and enhance the regression of carious lesions in mammals, particularly in humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2010
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Applicant: CADBURY ADAMS USA, LLC
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Jack W. Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070237729
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions and methods for reducing dental caries in mammals. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents and casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). The compositions may be employed to slow the progression and enhance the regression of carious lesions in mammals, particularly in humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Doris Tancredl, Ding Ming, Jack W. Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070237855
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions for improving the dental health of mammals, particularly humans. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents, casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and food-grade acids. The compositions may be employed to remineralize the tooth surfaces of mammals, as well as impart acid resistance thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Samantha Holme
  • Publication number: 20070237804
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions and methods for reducing dental caries in mammals. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents and casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). The compositions may be employed to slow the progression and enhance the regression of carious lesions in mammals, particularly in humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Jack W. Vincent
  • Publication number: 20070237805
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions for improving the dental health of mammals, particularly humans. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents, casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP) and food-grade acids. The compositions may be employed to remineralize the tooth surfaces of mammals, as well as impart acid resistance thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Samantha Holme
  • Publication number: 20070237856
    Abstract: The present invention relates to chewing gum and confectionery compositions and methods for reducing dental caries in mammals. In particular, the compositions may include a gum base or carrier, sweetening agents and casein phosphopeptide-calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP). The compositions may be employed to slow the progression and enhance the regression of carious lesions in mammals, particularly in humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Inventors: Doris Tancredi, Ding Ming, Jack W. Vincent
  • Patent number: 6540978
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for identifying inhibitors of the bitter taste response, and by methods of using such inhibitors to either block the perception of bitterness and/or promote the perception of a sweet taste. The inhibitors of the invention may be used as flavor enhancers in foods and pharmaceuticals. The methods of the invention may further be used to characterize the gustatory perception of novel tastants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2003
    Assignee: Mount Sinai School of Medicine of New York University
    Inventors: Robert F. Margolskee, Ding Ming
  • Publication number: 20030054058
    Abstract: The present invention provides a Vitex agnus castus extract wherein the extract is obtained by extracting dried and pulverized fruits of the plant Vitex agnus castus with a 90-100% ethanol solvent, separating the extraction solution from the rest of the plant material, removing the solvent from the extraction solution and recovering the extract. The present invention also provides for a dietary supplement comprising a Vitex agnus castus extract having a linoleic acid content of at least ten weight percent by the composition and a calcium source and the use of the extract and dietary supplement to treat conditions particularly affecting women.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2002
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Inventors: David Gregory Corley, Qing Lu, Ding Ming, John P. Troup
  • Patent number: 5741537
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a protein sweetener that has been isolated from Pentadiplandra brazzeana Baillon. The sweetener is thermostable, lysine rich, and has a relative long lasting taste. Also disclosed is a recombinant host capable of producing the sweetener in large quantities. Compositions of this sweetener with other sweeteners are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 21, 1998
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Bengt Goran Hellekant, Ding Ming
  • Patent number: 5527555
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a protein sweetener that has been isolated from Pentadiplandra brazzeana Baillon. The sweetener is thermostable, lysine rich, and has a relative lasting taste. Also disclosed is a recombinant host capable of producing the sweetener in large quantities. Compositions of this sweetener with other sweeteners are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 18, 1996
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Bengt G. Hellekant, Ding Ming
  • Patent number: 5346998
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a protein sweetener that has been isolated from Pentadiplandra brazzeana Baillon. The sweetener is thermostable, lysine rich, and has a relative long lasting taste. Also disclosed is a recombinant host capable of producing the sweetener in large quantities. Compositions of this sweetener with other sweeteners are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 13, 1994
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Bengt G. Hellekant, Ding Ming
  • Patent number: 5326580
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a protein sweetener that has been isolated from Pentadiplandra brazzeana Baillon. The sweetener is thermostable, lysine rich, and has a relative long lasting taste. Also disclosed is a recombinant host capable of producing the sweetener in large quantities. Compositions of this sweetener with other sweeteners are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1994
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Bengt G. Hellekant, Ding Ming
  • Patent number: RE40594
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for identifying inhibitors of the bitter taste response, and by methods of using such inhibitors to either block the perception of bitterness and/or promote the perception of a sweet taste. The inhibitors of the invention may be used as flavor enhancers in foods and pharmaceuticals. The methods of the invention may further be used to characterize the gustatory perception of novel tastants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: Mount Sinai School of Medicine of New York University
    Inventors: Robert F. Margolskee, Ding Ming