Patents by Inventor Kirsten Hjortshoj

Kirsten Hjortshoj 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).

  • Beta-glucanase
    Patent number: 4110163
    Abstract: A beta-glucanase is prepared through the cultivation of Aspergillus phoenicis (Cda.) Thom or Aspergillus saitoi var Kagoshimaensis. This enzyme hydrolyzes the beta glucan of barley and can be employed to adjust the viscosity of wort and beer, through incorporation of the enzyme in mash or beer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1976
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1978
    Assignee: Novo Industri A/S
    Inventors: Kirsten Hjortshoj, Knud Aunstrup