Patents by Inventor Edward C. Leonard

Edward C. Leonard 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).

  • Patent number: 8815282
    Abstract: This invention provides a commercially feasible method to produce ambient-temperature-liquid cetyl myristoleate in commercial quantities. In addition, the invention relates to the use and benefits of the ambient-temperature-liquid CMO product made by this commercial method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Patent number: 8258184
    Abstract: A vegetable butter based dietary supplement of cetyl myristoleate for use in the treatment of osteoarthritis and other joint inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system in animals, especially equines. In its preferred form, the cetyl myristoleate is a vegetable butter-based and is administered in doses of about 1750 to about 6750 mg. The dosage may also include 3000 mg methylsulfonylmethane, 3000 mg glucosamine HCL and 1000 mg of Vitamin C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: Botanoceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward C. Leonard, Dori Simonton
  • Patent number: 7772279
    Abstract: A vegetable butter based dietary supplement of cetyl myristoleate is disclosed for use in the treatment of osteoarthritis and other joint inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system in animals, especially equines. In its preferred form, the cetyl myristoleate is a vegetable butter-based and is administered in doses of about 4000 to about 4500 mg. The dosage may also include 3000 mg methylsulfonylmethane, 3000 mg glucosamine HCL and 1000 mg of Vitamin C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Botanoceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward C. Leonard, Dori Simonton
  • Patent number: 7534817
    Abstract: This invention provides sarganol bis-succinate and alkyl and aryl derivatives thereof as potent apoptogens (antineoplastic agents) with high selectivity for cancer cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Patent number: 7223877
    Abstract: This invention provides novel antioxidants comprising hydroquinone substituted polyunsaturated fatty acids. Such fatty acids can be obtained from crude kombo butter and are suitable for preventing oxidation of various organic materials. In particular, the invention relates to the use of these fatty acids as antioxidants in the treatment of cancer, the inhibition of proliferation of cells, in lowering levels of cholesterol both in vivo and in vitro and in the treatment of cognitive disorders, including but not limited to Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Publication number: 20040162347
    Abstract: This invention provides novel antioxidants comprising hydroquinone substituted polyunsaturated fatty acids. Such fatty acids can be obtained from crude kombo butter and are suitable for preventing oxidation of various organic materials. In particular, the invention relates to the use of these fatty acids as antioxidants in the treatment of cancer, the inhibition of proliferation of cells, in lowering levels of cholesterol both in vivo and in vitro and in the treatment of cognitive disorders, including but not limited to Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Publication date: August 19, 2004
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Patent number: 6713512
    Abstract: This invention provides a novel antioxidant, kombic acid or a derivative thereof, obtained from crude kombo butter suitable for preventing oxidation of various organic materials. In particular, the invention relates to the use of kombic acid as an antioxidant in the treatment of cancer, the inhibition of proliferation of cells, and in lowering levels of cholesterol both in vivo and in vitro.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2004
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Publication number: 20030181521
    Abstract: A vegetable butter based dietary supplement of cetyl myristoleate for use in the treatment of osteoarthritis and other joint inflammatory diseases of the musculoskeletal system in animals, especially equines. In its preferred form, the cetyl myristoleate is a vegetable butter-based and is administered in doses of about 4000 to about 4500 mg. The dosage may also include 3000 mg methylsulfonylmethane, 3000 mg glucosamine HCL and 1000 mg of Vitamin C.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Publication date: September 25, 2003
    Inventors: Edward C. Leonard, Dori Simonton
  • Patent number: 6489494
    Abstract: This invention provides a novel antioxidant, kombic acid or a derivative thereof, obtained from crude kombo butter suitable for preventing oxidation of various organic materials. In particular, the invention relates to the use of kombic acid as an antioxidant in the stabilization of human and animal foods against rancidity, color and odor development; as an antioxidant for use in dietary supplements and other human and animal health formulations; as a stabilizer in cosmetic and other personal care applications; and in the stabilization of plastics against oxidative degradation. The present invention further encompasses a method of preparation of said kombic acid by alcohol extraction or supercritical fluid extraction from crude kombo butter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2002
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard
  • Patent number: 4052425
    Abstract: A fatty acid feed stock for dimerization and a method for preparing a fatty acid feed stock from a first source of fatty acids which are rich in oleic acids and from a second source of fatty acids which are rich in linoleic acids. In particular, the present invention is directed to blending from about 35 to about 45 percent by weight of crude red oil with from about 55 to about 65 percent by weight of soap stock derived from soy bean oil to provide a fatty acid feed stock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1975
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1977
    Assignee: Kraft, Inc.
    Inventor: Edward C. Leonard