Patents by Inventor Ron Okimoto

Ron Okimoto 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).

  • Blood and tissue sample assessment of mitochondrial function and biochemistry as a tool for selection for feed efficiency and other production parameters
    Publication number: 20060154255
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for predicting feed efficiency in animals by correlating the association of mitochondrial function with feed efficiency. In one embodiment, the invention provides a method for determining feed efficiency comprising comparing proteins patterns and activity levels with antibody interaction of proteins associated with mitochondrial function and feed efficiency. In an alternative embodiment, the present invention also provides methods for predicting feed efficiency in animals by identifying animals having genetic mutations or polymorphisms that are associated with mitochondrial function and feed efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2003
    Publication date: July 13, 2006
    Inventors: Walter Bottje, Neil Pumford, Ron Okimoto, Mohammad Iqbal