Patents by Inventor Jon Duvick

Jon Duvick 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).

  • UTR tag assay for gene function discovery
    Patent number: 7405282
    Abstract: The methods of the invention provide a means for rapid analysis of gene function in a variety of systems. The invention allows screening of large libraries of nucleotide sequences for involvement in physiological pathways of interest. The methods of the invention also provide an efficient means of identifying and isolating nucleotide sequences that modulate a physiological pathway of interest from a population of nucleotide sequences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventor: Jon Duvick
  • UTR tag assay for gene function discovery
    Patent number: 7026123
    Abstract: The methods of the invention provide a means for rapid analysis of gene function in a variety of systems. The invention allows screening of large libraries of nucleotide sequences for involvement in physiological pathways of interest. The methods of the invention also provide an efficient means of identifying and isolating nucleotide sequences that modulate a physiological pathway of interest from a population of nucleotide sequences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2006
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventor: Jon Duvick
  • UTR tag assay for gene function discovery
    Publication number: 20060008839
    Abstract: The methods of the invention provide a means for rapid analysis of gene function in a variety of systems. The invention allows screening of large libraries of nucleotide sequences for involvement in physiological pathways of interest. The methods of the invention also provide an efficient means of identifying and isolating nucleotide sequences that modulate a physiological pathway of interest from a population of nucleotide sequences.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2005
    Publication date: January 12, 2006
    Applicant: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventor: Jon Duvick
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Patent number: 6822140
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam, Otto Folkerts, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses
    Publication number: 20040111761
    Abstract: Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5′ regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2003
    Publication date: June 10, 2004
    Applicants: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Dennis L. Bidney, Jon Duvick, Xu Hu, Guihua Lu, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses
    Publication number: 20040073971
    Abstract: Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5′ regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2003
    Publication date: April 15, 2004
    Applicants: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Dennis L. Bidney, Jon Duvick, Xu Hu, Guihua Lu, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Sunflower anti-pathogene proteins and genes and their uses
    Patent number: 6677503
    Abstract: The invention relates to isolated sunflower nucleic acid sequences encoding a protein having antipathogenic activity, vectors, plant cells, plants and seeds comprising said nucleic acid sequences. The invention further relates to a method of transforming plants for increased resistance against plant pathogens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., GuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Dennis L. Bidney, Jon Duvick, Xu Hu, Guihua Lu, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Maize lipoxygenase polynucleotide and methods of use
    Patent number: 6627797
    Abstract: The invention provides isolated maize lipoxygenase nucleic acids and their encoded proteins. The present invention provides methods and compositions relating to altering lipoxygenase concentration and/or composition of plants. The invention further provides recombinant expression cassettes, host cells, and transgenic plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Assignees: The Texas A&M University System, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce R. Maddox, Nancy P. Keller
  • Hydroperoxide lyase gene from maize and methods of use
    Publication number: 20030167510
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing disease resistance, and modulating levels of flavor molecules in plants are provided. The compositions comprise nucleotide sequences encoding maize HPL genes. The methods comprise expressing hydroperoxide lyase (HPL) genes in plants, plant cells, and plant tissues. Expression cassettes comprising the HPL sequences of the invention are provided, as well as transformed plant cells, plant tissues, and plants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2002
    Publication date: September 4, 2003
    Applicant: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Jacob Gilliam
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Patent number: 6538177
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Patent number: 6534291
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2003
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam, Otto Folkerts, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Polynucleotides encoding monocot 12-oxo-phytodienoate reductases and methods of use
    Patent number: 6515202
    Abstract: The invention relates to the genetic manipulation of plants, particularly to the expression of genes involved in oxylipin metabolism in plants. Nucleotide sequences encoding homologues of Old Yellow Enzyme, and inducible promoters and proteins thereof, are provided. The sequences find use in modifying oxylipin metabolism in plants, increasing the resistance of plants to stress, regulating gene expression in plants, and in the production of oxylipins in plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Virginia C. Crane, Jon Duvick, Yogesh K. Sharma, Oswald R. Crasta, Otto Folkerts
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Publication number: 20030009782
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2001
    Publication date: January 9, 2003
    Applicant: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam, Otto Folkerts, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Patent number: 6482621
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2002
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam, Otto Folkerts, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Hydroperoxide lyase gene from maize and methods of use
    Patent number: 6444874
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing disease resistance, and modulating levels of flavor molecules in plants are provided. The compositions comprise nucleotide sequences encoding maize HPL genes. The methods comprise expressing hydroperoxide lyase (HPL) genes in plants, plant cells, and plant tissues. Expression cassettes comprising the HPL sequences of the invention are provided, as well as transformed plant cells, plant tissues, and plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2002
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Jacob Gilliam
  • Use of &bgr;-glucosidase to enhance disease resistance and resistance to insects in crop plants
    Patent number: 6433249
    Abstract: Methods for the enhancement of plant disease resistance are provided. The methods comprise transforming said plant with a gene encoding &bgr;-glucosidase and increasing the expression said gene above wild-type levels. Transformed plants, plant cells and seeds are provided. Disease resistant transformed plants, plant cells and seeds are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2002
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., CuraGen Corporation
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Carl R. Simmons, Oswald R. Crasta, Otto Folkerts
  • Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification
    Patent number: 6388171
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2002
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Joyce Maddox, Jacob Gilliam, Otto Folkerts, Oswald R. Crasta
  • Hydroperoxide lyase polypeptides
    Publication number: 20010007156
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing disease resistance, and modulating levels of flavor molecules in plants are provided. The compositions comprise nucleotide sequences encoding maize HPL genes. The methods comprise expressing hydroperoxide lyase (HPL) genes in plants, plant cells, and plant tissues. Expression cassettes comprising the HPL sequences of the invention are provided, as well as transformed plant cells, plant tissues, and plants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2001
    Publication date: July 5, 2001
    Applicant: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Jacob Gilliam
  • Beauvericin detoxification method using bacteria
    Patent number: 6126934
    Abstract: The present invention provides a bacterial microorganism having the ability to degrade or detoxify beauvericin or derivatives or analogs of beauvericin. The present invention further provides a method for detoxification of plants pre- or post-harvest using microbes having the ability to degrade or detoxify beauvericin or derivatives or analogs of beauvericin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2000
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Tracy A. Rood
  • Beauvericin detoxification compositions and methods
    Patent number: 6117668
    Abstract: The present invention provides a bacterial microorganism having the ability to degrade or detoxify beauvericin or derivatives or analogs of beauvericin. The present invention further provides a method for detoxification of plants pre- or post-harvest using microbes having the ability to degrade or detoxify beauvericin or derivatives or analogs of beauvericin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2000
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon Duvick, Tracy A. Rood