Patents by Inventor Dov Borovsky

Dov Borovsky 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).

  • Neuropeptides and their use for pest control
    Patent number: 7714106
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Peter Verhaert
  • Neuropeptides and Their Use for Pest Control
    Publication number: 20090192092
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2009
    Publication date: July 30, 2009
    Inventors: DOV BOROVSKY, ARNOLD DE LOOF, PETER VERHAERT
  • Neuropeptides and their use for pest control
    Patent number: 7491795
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2009
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Peter Verhaert
  • Neuropeptides and their use for pest control
    Publication number: 20050233972
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2005
    Publication date: October 20, 2005
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Peter Verhaert
  • Neuropeptides and their use for pest control
    Patent number: 6884878
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2005
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Peter Verhaert
  • Insecticidal peptidomimetics of trypsin modulating oostatic factor
    Publication number: 20040248894
    Abstract: Methods of controlling a pest such as an insect pest comprise administering to said pest a pesticidally effective amount of a non-peptide TMOF analog (also referred to as an “active compound” or “pesticidal compound” herein). Compositions and compounds useful for carrying out such methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2004
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventors: Russell J. Linderman, Dov Borovsky
  • Materials and methods useful for the control of insect larvae
    Patent number: 6635265
    Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for controlling pests. In a preferred embodiment the pests are agricultural pests and, in particular, insect pests. Specifically exemplified herein are materials and methods for the control of insect larvae.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2003
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Dov Borovsky
  • Compositions and methods for controlling pests
    Patent number: 6593299
    Abstract: Novel pest control compounds, compositions comprising such compounds, and methods for using such compounds and compositions against a variety of pests, including pests of agricultural crops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2003
    Assignees: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc., Insect Biotechnology, Inc.
    Inventors: John Bennett, Alan Brandt, Dov Borovsky
  • Neuropeptides and their use for pest control
    Publication number: 20030108520
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel pest control compounds comprising NPF polypeptides and methods for using such compounds in the control of pests.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2002
    Publication date: June 12, 2003
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold DeLoof, Peter Verhaert
  • Transformed cells useful for the control of pests
    Patent number: 6566129
    Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for the control of pests. Specifically exemplified is the use of recombinant hosts to control mosquito larvae. These hosts, which may be, for example yeast or algae, can be transformed so that they express a pesticidal polypeptide which controls mosquito larvae. These transformed microbes can then be applied to surface waters where mosquito larvae are likely to be found.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Yaaquov Schlesinger, Sabine Maria Isidore Nauwelaers
  • Transformed cells useful for the control of pests
    Patent number: 6562590
    Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for the control of pests. Specifically exemplified is the use of recombinant hosts to control mosquito larvae. These hosts, which may be, for example yeast or algae, can be transformed so that they express a pesticidal polypeptide which controls mosquito larvae. These transformed microbes can then be applied to surface waters where mosquito larvae are likely to be found.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Dov Borovsky
  • TMOF receptor and uses thereof
    Publication number: 20020132302
    Abstract: The subject invention provides Trypsin Modulating Oostatic Factor receptors and methods of identifying novel insect control agents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2002
    Publication date: September 19, 2002
    Inventor: Dov Borovsky
  • Pesticidal peptides
    Patent number: 6413530
    Abstract: The subject invention pertains to novel pest control compounds. Specifically exemplified herein are peptides having 2 to 5 amino acids. The subject peptides are useful against a variety of pests, including pests of agricultural crops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignees: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc., North Carolina State University
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Russell J. Linderman
  • Insecticidal peptidomimetics of trypsin modulating oostatic factor
    Publication number: 20020065228
    Abstract: Methods of controlling a pest such as an insect pest comprise administering to said pest a pesticidally effective amount of a non-peptide TMOF analog (also referred to as an “active compound” or “pesticidal compound” herein). Compositions and compounds useful for carrying out such methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2000
    Publication date: May 30, 2002
    Inventors: Russell J. Linderman, Dov Borovsky
  • Materials and method for control of pests
    Patent number: 5792750
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1998
    Assignees: Univ. of Florida Research Foundation, Inc., The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, David A. Carlson
  • DNA encoding peptide hormone that inhibits digestion in insects
    Patent number: 5629196
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1997
    Assignees: University of Florida Research Foundation, The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, David A. Carlson
  • Methods and compositions for the control of the flesh fly
    Patent number: 5501976
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin and the biosynthesis of the hormone ecdysone. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, e.g., Neobellieria, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 26, 1996
    Assignee: The University of Florida
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Dany Bylemans
  • Methods and compositions for the control of the flesh fly
    Patent number: 5459130
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin and the biosynthesis of the hormone ecdysone. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, e.g., Neobellieria, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 17, 1995
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, Arnold De Loof, Dany Bylemans
  • DNA encoding peptide hormone that inhibits digestion in insects
    Patent number: 5439821
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignees: University of Florida Research Foundation, The United States of America as represented by the United States Department of Agriculture
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, David A. Carlson
  • Materials and methods for control of pests
    Patent number: 5358934
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1994
    Assignees: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture, University of Florida
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, David A. Carlson