Patents by Inventor Robert C. Bugos

Robert C. Bugos 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).

  • Plant VDE genes and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6841719
    Abstract: DNA sequences encoding plant vde enzymes are provided herein. The sequences may be joined to heterologous DNA sequences for use as probes and in DNA constructs to modify the genotype of a host organism. DNA constructs and methods are provided to modify a host cell phenotype by altering the amount of photoprotection enzyme present in the host cell. In plastid containing host cells, zeaxanthin levels and sensitivity to light can be modified through alterations in the level of vde enzymes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Inventors: Harry Y. Yamamoto, Robert C. Bugos, David C. Rockholm
  • Plant VDE genes and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6015939
    Abstract: DNA sequences encoding plant vde enzymes are provided herein. The sequences may be joined to heterologous DNA sequences for use as probes and in DNA constructs to modify the genotype of a host organism. DNA constructs and methods are provided to modify a host cell phenotype by altering the amount of photoprotection enzyme present in the host cell. In plastid containing host cells, zeaxanthin levels and sensitivity to light can be modified through alterations in the level of vde enzymes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2000
    Assignee: Calgene LLC
    Inventors: Harry Y. Yamamoto, Robert C. Bugos, David C. Rockholm