Patents by Inventor Robert A. Laymon

Robert A. Laymon 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).

  • Gene coding for the E1 endoglucanase
    Patent number: 5536655
    Abstract: The gene encoding Acidothermus cellulolyticus E1 endoglucanase is cloned and expressed in heterologous microorganisms. A new modified E1 endoglucanase enzyme is produced along with variants of the gene and enzyme. The E1 endoglucanase is useful for hydrolyzing cellulose to sugars for simultaneous or later fermentation into alcohol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 16, 1996
    Assignee: Midwest Research Institute
    Inventors: Steven R. Thomas, Robert A. Laymon, Michael E. Himmel