Patents by Inventor Robert F. Leclerc

Robert F. Leclerc 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).

  • Recombinant baculovirus and its use as a biocontrol agent for crop pests
    Patent number: 6087165
    Abstract: Recombinant baculoviruses were prepared which contain sequences expressing peptide hormones which cause lack of feeding in Helicoverpa zea (corn earworm) and related pestw. The peptides were isolated from H. zea and identified as helicokinins. When present in sufficient amounts in the insect, weight and water loss and the eventual death of the insect occurs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2000
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Ashok K. Raina, Robert F. Leclerc, Vikram N. Vakharia