Patents by Inventor Steven C. Ricke

Steven C. Ricke 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).

  • Use Of Lactic Acid Bacteria To Reduce Pathogens And As A Bio-Sanitizer
    Publication number: 20140341872
    Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for improving food safety. One or more lactic acid producing microorganisms are shown to inhibit pathogenic contaminations on food materials. The lactic acid producing microorganisms are capable of adhering to various surfaces and may serve as a bio-sanitizing agent (or bio-sanitizer). Lactic acid producing microorganisms or cell free extract of these microorganisms may be used in an effective and natural method to prevent L. monocytogenes infection in food products, as well as in food processing facilities and equipments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2012
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Applicant: Guardian Food Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas R. Ware, Philip G. Crandall, Steven C. Ricke