Patents Examined by Randall F. Deck
  • Method for transporting substances into living cells and tissues and apparatus therefor
    Patent number: 4945050
    Abstract: Inert or biologically active particles are propelled at cells at a speed whereby the particles penetrate the surface of the cells and become incorporated into the interior of the cells. The process can be used to mark cells or tissue or to biochemically affect tissues or tissue in situ as well as single cells in vitro. Apparatus for propelling the particles toward target cells or tissues are also disclosed. A method for releasing particles adhered to a rotor device is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: July 31, 1990
    Assignee: Cornell Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: John C. Sanford, Edward D. Wolf, Nelson K. Allen