Patents by Inventor University of pittsburgh-of the commonwealth syst

University of pittsburgh-of the commonwealth syst 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).

  • Extracellular Matrix-Derived Gels and Related Methods
    Publication number: 20130156862
    Abstract: Provided are methods for preparing gelled, solubilized extracellular matrix (ECM) compositions useful as cell growth scaffolds. Also provided are compositions prepared according to the methods as well as uses for the compositions. In one embodiment a device, such as a prosthesis, is provided which comprises an inorganic matrix into which the gelled, solubilized ECM is dispersed to facilitate in-growth of cells into the ECM and thus adaptation and/or attachment of the device to a patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2012
    Publication date: June 20, 2013
    Applicant: University of Pittsburgh-Of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education
    Inventor: University of pittsburgh-of the commonwealth syst