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INSTITUTE FOR BASIC SCIENCE

INSTITUTE FOR BASIC SCIENCE exhibits a diverse patent strategy, with a significant focus on pharma_biotech, representing over 60% of its portfolio across categories like Pharmaceutical Preparations (19.5%) and Therapeutic Activity (Pharma) (16.9%). Surprisingly, despite this core, there's an emerging focus on Cryptographic Mechanisms, which saw a remarkable 300.0% year-over-year growth in 2026 so far, indicating a strategic diversification into communication technologies.

Patent Trend by Technology Area

Yearly patent publications since 2023

Product themes

Product-level themes inferred from filings since 2023, with category chips showing where each theme appears. Select a theme to filter the patents below.

77 US filings (since 2023) · 12 categories · 25 themes

Advanced Cell & Gene Therapies

Development of therapeutic approaches involving the genetic modification of cells (e.g., T cells, stem cells, macrophages) or the use of viral/non-viral vectors to deliver genetic material for disease treatment.

Pharmaceutical PreparationsPeptides & Proteins
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14since 2023
+100.0%YoY
Nucleic Acid-Based Therapies

Therapeutic strategies employing nucleic acids (DNA, RNA, oligonucleotides) to modulate gene expression, deliver genetic material, or interfere with disease-causing pathways. Includes gene therapy using viral vectors.

Pharmaceutical PreparationsTherapeutic Activity (Pharma)
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12since 2023
+200.0%YoY
CO2 Electroreduction Catalysts

Development of catalytic materials and membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) specifically designed for the electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) or carbon monoxide (COx) into valuable chemicals or fuels.

Electrolysis & Electrochemistry
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7since 2023
new
Advanced Biomarker Detection Assays

Methods and compositions for identifying, quantifying, or characterizing specific biological molecules (e.g., nucleic acids, proteins, metabolites, antibodies) or microbial species, often for diagnostic, prognostic, or quality control applications.

Material & Chemical Analysis
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6since 2023
+50.0%YoY
Secure Key Management & Rotation

Methods and systems for generating, distributing, updating, rotating, and securely destroying cryptographic keys to maintain data confidentiality and integrity over time, including quantum key distribution.

Cryptographic Mechanisms
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6since 2023
0.0%YoY
Antibody Engineering & Therapeutics

Design and modification of antibodies or antibody-derived fragments for targeted therapeutic intervention, including bispecific formats, Fc region modifications, and activatable constructs.

Peptides & ProteinsPharmaceutical PreparationsTherapeutic Activity (Pharma)
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5since 2023
-33.3%YoY
Immunomodulatory Protein Design

Design and engineering of proteins or peptides to directly modulate immune responses, including enhancing antigen presentation, suppressing inflammation, or activating specific immune cell types.

Peptides & Proteins
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5since 2023
-66.7%YoY
Novel Catalyst Materials

Development and synthesis of catalysts with unique compositions or structures, such as medium entropy alloys, metal foam-supported catalysts, layered catalytic articles, or high-entropy oxides, to enhance activity, selectivity, or stability in chemical reactions.

Catalysts & Reactors
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4since 2023
new
Hydrogen Production Catalysis

Catalytic processes and novel catalyst materials designed to efficiently produce hydrogen gas from various feedstocks, including hydrocarbons (e.g., methane, natural gas) and ammonia.

Electrolysis & Electrochemistry
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4since 2023
+200.0%YoY
Electrochemical Chemical Synthesis

Utilization of electrochemical processes to synthesize a variety of chemical products, materials, or to treat waste streams, by selectively promoting redox reactions of specific feedstocks beyond hydrogen or CO2 reduction.

Electrolysis & Electrochemistry
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4since 2023
new
Hardware-Assisted Cryptographic Operations

Utilizing dedicated hardware components, secure enclaves, or trusted execution environments to perform cryptographic operations, enhancing security, performance, or isolation from software vulnerabilities.

Cryptographic Mechanisms
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4since 2023
0.0%YoY
Electrolyzer Cell Components

Design and engineering of non-catalytic parts within an electrolysis cell or stack, such as separators, gaskets, flow fields, porous transport layers, and manifold devices, to improve efficiency, sealing, or gas management.

Electrolysis & Electrochemistry
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3since 2023
new
Therapeutic Electromagnetic Fields

Use of alternating electric or magnetic fields at specific frequencies and intensities to achieve therapeutic effects, such as inhibiting cell proliferation (e.g., cancer) or modulating cytokine production.

Electrotherapy / Radiation Therapy
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3since 2023
new
Electrolyzer Durability & Control

Methods and systems for enhancing the operational lifespan, stability, and performance management of electrolyzers, including strategies for preventing degradation, restoring activity, and regulating operating conditions.

Electrolysis & Electrochemistry
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3since 2023
new
Industrial Organic Synthesis

Methods and apparatus for the efficient and selective production of organic compounds, including amines, acids, and esters, often involving catalytic or continuous processes and purification steps.

Acyclic / Carbocyclic Compounds
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3since 2023
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Novel Protein & Fermentation Technologies

Methods and compositions for developing new protein sources (e.g., microbial, plant-based blends) or utilizing controlled fermentation processes to create novel food products, improve nutritional profiles, or enhance specific characteristics like texture or flavor.

Foods & Beverages
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3since 2023
n/a
Neuromodulation and Electrical Stimulation

Therapeutic application of electrical signals to nerves or tissues to modulate their activity, often using implantable devices, electrodes, and sophisticated programming for various conditions.

Electrotherapy / Radiation Therapy
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2since 2023
new
Targeted Small Molecule Therapeutics

Design and synthesis of acyclic or carbocyclic organic compounds that selectively modulate specific biological targets or pathways for the treatment of diseases.

Pharmaceutical Preparations
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2since 2023
0.0%YoY
Cellular Immunotherapy

Therapeutic approaches involving the use of living cells, often genetically modified or ex vivo activated, to treat diseases, particularly cancer, by modulating immune responses or replacing damaged cells.

Therapeutic Activity (Pharma)
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2since 2023
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Protein & Peptide Engineering

Modification of protein or peptide sequences, structures, or post-translational modifications (e.g., glycosylation, lipidation) to enhance their stability, solubility, delivery, or therapeutic efficacy.

Peptides & Proteins
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2since 2023
n/a
Chemical Synthesis of Drug Intermediates

Processes and methodologies for the efficient and scalable preparation of complex heterocyclic compounds and their precursors, including specific reaction conditions, purification techniques, and intermediate compounds.

Heterocyclic Compounds (Pharma)
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2since 2023
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Carbon Dioxide Capture & Conversion

Technologies and materials for capturing carbon dioxide from gas streams and subsequently converting it into valuable chemical products or materials, rather than simply storing it.

Catalysts & ReactorsAcyclic / Carbocyclic Compounds
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1since 2023
new
Targeted Drug Formulation Delivery

Delivery systems specifically engineered to administer advanced drug formulations (e.g., microparticles, biologics, extended-release systems) to achieve precise targeting, controlled release kinetics, or enhanced therapeutic efficacy within the body.

Pharmaceutical Preparations
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1since 2023
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Reactor System Design & Optimization

Engineering approaches to improve the efficiency, control, and performance of chemical reactors, encompassing continuous processes, heat exchange integration, and specialized reactor configurations for various chemical transformations.

Catalysts & Reactors
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1since 2023
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Functional Foods & Supplements

Development of food compositions, beverages, or powders designed to provide specific health benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as weight management, anti-aging, exercise support, or targeted disease prevention/treatment, often incorporating bioactive compounds or probiotics.

Foods & Beverages
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1since 2023
n/a

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