Biotechnology patent applications on 11th September 2025
Biotechnology Patent Applications on 11th September 2025
Executive Summary
On 11th September 2025, 183 patent applications related to Biotechnology were published, representing 2.6% of all patent applications for the day. This moderate level of activity shows Biotechnology is gaining significant attention from innovators.
Market Analysis
Leading Organizations
The top organizations driving Biotechnology innovation include:
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- THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA: 4 applications (2.2% of Biotechnology patents)
- 10x Genomics Inc: 4 applications (2.2% of Biotechnology patents)
- Elanco Us Inc: 3 applications (1.6% of Biotechnology patents)
- Saiba Animal Health Ag: 3 applications (1.6% of Biotechnology patents)
- CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE: 2 applications (1.1% of Biotechnology patents)
These 5 organizations account for 16 applications (8.7% of all Biotechnology patents), indicating a diverse and competitive landscape.
Technology Deep Dive
Core Innovation Areas
Patent applications in Biotechnology encompass several key innovation areas:
- Biotechnology: Core technology area
- Genetic Engineering: Core technology area
- Crispr: Core technology area
- Gene Therapy: Core technology area
Technical Classification Analysis
The most active CPC classifications in Biotechnology include:
- C12N15/86 (MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES; COMPOSITIONS THEREOF; PROPAGATING, PRESERVING, OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS; MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING; CULTURE MEDIA (microbiological testing media): 27 applications (14.8%)
- C12N15/113 (Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides; {Antisense DNA or RNA; Triplex- forming oligonucleotides; Catalytic nucleic acids, e.g. ribozymes; Nucleic acids used in co-suppression or gene silencing (when used in plants): 24 applications (13.1%)
- C12N2310/20 (MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES; COMPOSITIONS THEREOF; PROPAGATING, PRESERVING, OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS; MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING; CULTURE MEDIA (microbiological testing media): 19 applications (10.4%)
- C12Q1/6886 (for cancer (immunoassay for cancer): 14 applications (7.7%)
- C12N2750/14143 (MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES; COMPOSITIONS THEREOF; PROPAGATING, PRESERVING, OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS; MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING; CULTURE MEDIA (microbiological testing media): 14 applications (7.7%)
- C12Q1/6806 (Preparing nucleic acids for analysis, e.g. for polymerase chain reaction [PCR] assay (): 13 applications (7.1%)
- C12Q1/6869 (Methods for sequencing): 13 applications (7.1%)
- C12N2310/11 (MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES; COMPOSITIONS THEREOF; PROPAGATING, PRESERVING, OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS; MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING; CULTURE MEDIA (microbiological testing media): 12 applications (6.6%)
- C12N9/226 (MICROORGANISMS OR ENZYMES; COMPOSITIONS THEREOF; PROPAGATING, PRESERVING, OR MAINTAINING MICROORGANISMS; MUTATION OR GENETIC ENGINEERING; CULTURE MEDIA (microbiological testing media): 11 applications (6.0%)
- C12N2310/315 (of the backbone): 11 applications (6.0%)
Global Innovation Landscape
Innovation in Biotechnology spans multiple countries:
- US: 433 inventors (53.4%)
- KR: 74 inventors (9.1%)
- CN: 48 inventors (5.9%)
- JP: 44 inventors (5.4%)
- GB: 39 inventors (4.8%)
- DE: 25 inventors (3.1%)
- CA: 18 inventors (2.2%)
- FR: 18 inventors (2.2%)
- RU: 15 inventors (1.8%)
- BR: 14 inventors (1.7%)
The US accounts for 53.4% of inventors in Biotechnology, showing significant but not dominant innovation activity.
Industry Collaborations
Notable collaborations in Biotechnology include:
- Elanco Us Inc × Saiba Animal Health Ag: 3 joint applications
- Lart Bio Co Ltd × Seoul National University: 1 joint applications
- Lart Bio Co Ltd × Kyungsangbukdo: 1 joint applications
- Seoul National University × Kyungsangbukdo: 1 joint applications
- CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE × Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Montpellier: 1 joint applications
These collaborations represent 7 joint applications, indicating emerging collaboration trends in Biotechnology.
Leading Inventors
Key inventors driving Biotechnology innovation:
- Andris ZELTINS of Pfäffikon CH: 3 applications
- Jonathan SNYDER of New Palestine IN US: 3 applications
- Sumita Chaudhuri of RTP NC US: 2 applications
- Andrew Noe of Clinton IL US: 2 applications
- Liesel Joanna Schneider of Union City TN US: 2 applications
- Betiana Paula Parody of Sao Paulo BR: 2 applications
- Yuki Matsuba of RTP NC US: 2 applications
- Sonia Herrero of Raleigh NC US: 2 applications
- Weining Gu of RTP NC US: 2 applications
- Mark Scott Rose of RTP NC US: 2 applications
Recent Patent Applications
Representative Biotechnology patent applications from 11th September 2025:
20250280776. CORN ELITE EVENT MZIR260
Applicant: SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION AG
Abstract: A novel transgenic corn elite event designated MZIR260 is disclosed. The invention relates to DNA sequences of the recombinant constructs inserted into the corn genome and of genomic sequences flanking the insertion site that resulted in elite event MZIR260. The invention further relates to assays for detecting the presence of the DNA sequences of corn elite event MZIR260, to corn plants and corn seeds comprising the genotype thereof, and to methods for producing a corn plant by crossing a corn ...
20250280777. METHODS FOR SELECTING WATERMELON PLANTS AND PLANT PARTS COMPRISING A MODIFIED DWARF14 GENE
Applicant: NUNHEMS BV
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a genotyping method for a gene named DWARF 14 in watermelon, cucumber or melon, which, when mutated, confers an increased secondary branching phenotype. Also plants comprising modifications in the DWARF 14 gene are provided herein.
20250280778. 'SAMKWANG(SA)-FLO3', RICE MUTANT LINE DERIVED FROM 'SAMKWANG' WITH FLOURY ENDOSPERM
Applicant: Republic Of Korea (Management Rural Development Administration)
Abstract: The present invention relates to novel ‘Samkwang (SA)-flo3’, a mutant line derived from ‘Samkwang’ with floury endosperm, and a use thereof. More specifically, the present invention includes ‘Samkwang (SA)-flo3’ with floury endosperm suitable for exclusive production of dry-milled rice flour and relates to a method for breeding the rice cultivar, a composition, a kit, a method for determining floury endosperm characteristics of rice in the next generation of the rice cultivar, and a food composi...
20250280779. CORN ELITE EVENT MZIR260
Applicant: Syngneta Crop Protection Ag
Abstract: A novel transgenic corn elite event designated MZIR260 is disclosed. The invention relates to DNA sequences of the recombinant constructs inserted into the corn genome and of genomic sequences flanking the insertion site that resulted in elite event MZIR260. The invention further relates to assays for detecting the presence of the DNA sequences of corn elite event MZIR260, to corn plants and corn seeds comprising the genotype thereof, and to methods for producing a corn plant by crossing a corn ...
20250280803. ARTIFICIAL RECOMBINANT CHROMOSOME AND USE THEREOF
Applicant: Humab Co Ltd
Abstract: The disclosure in the specification relates to an artificial recombinant chromosome and the use thereof, and more particularly to an artificial recombinant chromosome generated by the recombination of two or more chromosomes and a production of a transgenic animal using a cell including the same. Especially, in the disclosure in the specification, an interchromosomal exchange between the recipient chromosome and the donor chromosome has many merits to produce the artificial recombinant chromosom...
Market Implications
Innovation Intensity
With 183 applications in a single day, Biotechnology demonstrates very high innovation intensity, suggesting rapid technological advancement and strong commercial interest.
Competitive Landscape
Innovation in Biotechnology involves 200 organizations, indicating a highly competitive and diverse landscape with many players investing in R&D.
Technology Outlook
Emerging themes in Biotechnology patents include: methods, comprising, nucleic, acid, with, suggesting future development in these areas.
The current patent activity level suggests Biotechnology is in a growth phase with increasing market adoption and investment.
Related Technology Areas
Innovation in Biotechnology often intersects with other emerging technologies:
- Semiconductors: 504 applications
- Medical Devices: 473 applications
- Cybersecurity: 260 applications
- 5G Technology: 207 applications
- Renewable Energy: 201 applications
- Environmental Tech: 166 applications
- Generative AI: 160 applications
- Internet of Things: 142 applications