Patents by Inventor Mesfin Yimam

Mesfin Yimam 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).

  • Publication number: 20240024403
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties capable of modulating the activity of cannabinoid receptors, and to oligomers of flavan-3-ol capable of modulating fat absorption and storage. Such Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties or oligomers of flavan-3-ol can optionally be used in combination with other weight management agents, such as anorectic agents, a lipase inhibitors, other cannabinoid receptor modulators, psychotropic agents, insulin sensitizers, stimulants, or satiety agents, as well as to methods of use thereof such as treating or preventing weight gain or obesity, promoting weight loss, appetite suppression, modifying satiety, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Byong-II Choi, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, QI Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mesfin Yimam, Ji-Hye Hwang, Mi-Sun Oh
  • Patent number: 11806379
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract, at least one Astragalus extract, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract enriched for one or more lignans, including phenylpropanoids, dimers and polymers, at least one Astragalus extract enriched for one or more polysaccharides and triterpenoids, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for one or more lignans and organic acids. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract, at least one Astragalus extract, and at least one Poria extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Publication number: 20230201295
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for bone health, cartilage health or both, are disclosed that include preparing and utilizing a mixture of at least one Morus extract enriched for one or more prenylated flavonoids, at least one Scutellaria extract enriched for one or more free-B-ring flavonoids, and at least one Acacia extract enriched for one or more flavans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2022
    Publication date: June 29, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm
  • Publication number: 20230190852
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides mixtures of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both capable of modulating joint inflammation, joint pain, joint stiffness, cartilage degradation, or improving mobility, range of motion, flexibility, joint physical function, or any combination thereof. Such a mixture of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both can optionally be used in combination with other joint management agents, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics, COX/LOX inhibiting agents, glucosamine compounds, neuropathic pain relief agents, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2023
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Young-Chul Lee, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20230027219
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Patent number: 11554153
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for bone health, cartilage health or both, are disclosed that include preparing and utilizing a mixture of at least one Morus extract enriched for one or more prenylated flavonoids, at least one Scutellaria extract enriched for one or more free-B-ring flavonoids, and at least one Acacia extract enriched for one or more flavans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2023
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm
  • Publication number: 20220387366
    Abstract: Compositions used and methods are disclosed for regulation of homeostasis of host cortisol and improving sleep quality including a composition derived from enriched for one or more phenylpropanoid acids and benzoxazinoids or extracts that are enriched for one or more phenylpropanoid acids and benzoxazinoids. Compositions of enriched for one or more phenylpropanoid acids and benzoxazinoids maintain homeostasis of host stress hormone, cortisol, selectively binds to MT2 over MT1 receptor, improves sleep quality by enhancing the deep sleep stage of sleep, increases total sleep time and deep sleep time, improves overall mental well-being measured by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Profile of Mood States (POMS), provides positive mood support and enhances emotional well-being; maintains homeostasis of biomarkers—serotonin, melatonin, GABA in formulation in a mammal disclosed that includes administering an effective amount of a composition from 0.01 mg/kg to 1000 mg/kg body weight of the mammal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2022
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Ping Jiao
  • Patent number: 11446225
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20220265747
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract, at least one Aloe gel powder, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract enriched for at least one polymer or biopolymer, at least one Aloe gel powder enriched for at least one chromone, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for at least one lignan and organic acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2022
    Publication date: August 25, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Patent number: 11331359
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract, at least one Aloe gel powder, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract enriched for at least one polymer or biopolymer, at least one Aloe gel powder enriched for at least one chromone, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for at least one lignan and organic acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Publication number: 20220031654
    Abstract: Bioflavonoid compositions for establishment and regulation of homeostasis of host defense mechanism, are disclosed and comprise at least one standardized bioflavonoid extract enriched for at least one free-B-ring flavonoid and at least one standardized bioflavonoid extract enriched for at least one flavan. Contemplated compositions are effective for respiratory diseases and conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2021
    Publication date: February 3, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm, Qi Jia, Lidia Brownell, Alexandria O'Neal
  • Publication number: 20220016196
    Abstract: Compositions used and methods are disclosed for regulation of immunity homeostasis including a combination of an Aloe extract enriched for one or more polysaccharides; a Poria extract enriched for one or more polysaccharides; and a Rosemary extract enriched for one or more polyphenolic compounds. Compositions for maintenance of immunity homeostasis by regulating HMGB1, comprising a combination of one or more polysaccharides and one or more polyphenolic compounds are disclosed. Methods for treating, managing, promoting regulation of immunity homeostasis in a mammal are disclosed that include administering an effective amount of a composition from 0.01 mg/kg to 500 mg/kg body weight of the mammal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2021
    Publication date: January 20, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Teresa Horm, Lidia Brownell, Mei Hong, Alexandria O'Neal, Qi Jia
  • Publication number: 20220000964
    Abstract: Medicinal plant extracts and their bioactives from Alpinia, Magnolia, Kochia and Piper/Pepper are disclosed herein in combination or alone in regulating homeostasis of chondrocytes, extracellular matrix, articular cartilage, and phenotype of arthritis that lead to enhanced anabolic functions of chondrocytes, increased renewal/rebuilding/regeneration of extracellular matrix and articular cartilage, and improved phenotype of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2021
    Publication date: January 6, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mesfin Yimam, Mei Hong, Ping Jiao, Teresa Horm, Kelly Dawkins, Alexandria O'Neal, Qi Jia
  • Patent number: 11123393
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides mixtures of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both capable of modulating joint inflammation, joint pain, joint stiffness, cartilage degradation, or improving mobility, range of motion, flexibility, joint physical function, or any combination thereof. Such a mixture of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both can optionally be used in combination with other joint management agents, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics, COX/LOX inhibiting agents, glucosamine compounds, neuropathic pain relief agents, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Breanna Moore, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mi-Hye Park, Mesfin Yimam, Qian Zhang
  • Publication number: 20200222304
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2020
    Publication date: July 16, 2020
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20200206292
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for bone health, cartilage health or both, are disclosed that include preparing and utilizing a mixture of at least one Morus extract enriched for one or more prenylated flavonoids, at least one Scutellaria extract enriched for one or more free-B-ring flavonoids, and at least one Acacia extract enriched for one or more flavans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2020
    Publication date: July 2, 2020
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm
  • Patent number: 10603270
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2020
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Patent number: 10583161
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for bone health, cartilage health or both, are disclosed that include preparing and utilizing a mixture of at least one Morus extract enriched for one or more prenylated flavonoids, at least one Scutellaria extract enriched for one or more free-B-ring flavonoids, and at least one Acacia extract enriched for one or more flavans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2020
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm
  • Publication number: 20180099019
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties capable of modulating the activity of cannabinoid receptors, and to oligomers of flavan-3-ol capable of modulating fat absorption and storage. Such Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties or oligomers of flavan-3-ol can optionally be used in combination with other weight management agents, such as anorectic agents, a lipase inhibitors, other cannabinoid receptor modulators, psychotropic agents, insulin sensitizers, stimulants, or satiety agents, as well as to methods of use thereof such as treating or preventing weight gain or obesity, promoting weight loss, appetite suppression, modifying satiety, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2017
    Publication date: April 12, 2018
    Applicants: Unigen, Inc., Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Byong-II Choi, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, QI Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mesfin Yimam, Ji-Hye Hwang, Mi-Sun Oh
  • Publication number: 20180064779
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for bone health, cartilage health or both, are disclosed that include preparing and utilizing a mixture of at least one Morus extract enriched for one or more prenylated flavonoids, at least one Scutellaria extract enriched for one or more free-B-ring flavonoids, and at least one Acacia extract enriched for one or more flavans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2017
    Publication date: March 8, 2018
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mesfin Yimam, Teresa Horm