Patents by Inventor Wendy Henderson
Wendy Henderson 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).
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Patent number: 11746372Abstract: Disclosed herein are method for separating, amplifying, or detecting a nucleic acid from a sample may comprise contacting a sample lysate with a plurality of buoyant, inorganic, nucleic-acid-capture microspheres. The nucleic-acid-capture microspheres may comprise unicellular hollow microspheres having a diameter between 5 and 300 ?m and/or a true particle density between 0.05 and 0.60 grams/cm3. The microspheres may comprise hollow soda-lime-borosilicate microspheres. In some embodiments, the microspheres comprises hollow soda-lime-borosilicate microspheres surrounded by an amorphous silica shell. Also disclosed are kits for performing the methods.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2018Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignees: GoDx, Inc., The United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary, Dep. of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Chang Hee Kim, Lichen Xiang, Wendy A. Henderson, Xiao Jiang
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Publication number: 20210180108Abstract: Disclosed herein are method for separating, amplifying, or detecting a nucleic acid from a sample may comprise contacting a sample lysate with a plurality of buoyant, inorganic, nucleic-acid-capture microspheres. The nucleic-acid-capture microspheres may comprise unicellular hollow microspheres having a diameter between 5 and 300 ?m and/or a true particle density between 0.05 and 0.60 grams/cm3. The microspheres may comprise hollow soda-lime-borosilicate microspheres. In some embodiments, the microspheres comprises hollow soda-lime-borosilicate microspheres surrounded by an amorphous silica shell. Also disclosed are kits for performing the methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2018Publication date: June 17, 2021Applicants: GoDx, Inc, The United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServicInventors: Chang Hee KIM, Lichen XIANG, Wendy A. HENDERSON, Xiao JIANG
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Publication number: 20200354778Abstract: The present invention relates to the rapid and electricity-free, point-of-care, multiplexed detection and quantification of at least one or more nucleic acid sequences from nucleic acids corresponding to a plurality of pathogens or biomarkers using a micropatterned lateral flow device. Rapid and molecular-level sensitive differential diagnosis of a disease condition may be enabled without the need for a delayed laboratory test so that timely treatment can be administered.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2020Publication date: November 12, 2020Applicants: GODX, INC, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICESInventors: Chang Hee Kim, Wendy A. Henderson, Sarah K. Abey, Nicolaas H. Fourie, Eric G. Ferguson
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Publication number: 20180148774Abstract: The present invention relates to the rapid and electricity-free, point-of-care, multiplexed detection and quantification of at least one or more nucleic acid sequences from nucleic acids corresponding to a plurality of pathogens or biomarkers using a micropatterned lateral flow device. Rapid and molecular-level sensitive differential diagnosis of a disease condition may be enabled without the need for a delayed laboratory test so that timely treatment can be administered.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2016Publication date: May 31, 2018Applicants: GODX, INC, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICInventors: Chang Hee Kim, Wendy A. Henderson, Sarah K. Abey, Nicolaas H. Fourie, Eric G. Ferguson
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Patent number: 9683263Abstract: Methods are disclosed herein for identifying a subject with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Methods are also disclosed for determining if an agent is effective for the treatment or prevention of IBS. Methods of treating a subject with IBS, such as a subject identified using the disclosed methods, are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2014Date of Patent: June 20, 2017Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Wendy A. Henderson, Ralph M. Peace, Nicolaas H. Fourie, Sarah K. Abey
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Publication number: 20160153041Abstract: Methods are disclosed herein for identifying a subject with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Methods are also disclosed for determining if an agent is effective for the treatment or prevention of IBS. Methods of treating a subject with IBS, such as a subject identified using the disclosed methods, are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2014Publication date: June 2, 2016Applicant: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServInventors: Wendy A. Henderson, Ralph M. Peace, Nicolaas H. Fourie, Sarah K. Abey
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Patent number: 8914306Abstract: The disclosure herein provides system, methods, and devices for generating debit cards. A debit card system for creating a plurality of debit cards comprises a debit card printer, a batch creation engine, a payment batches database, a deposit management engine, and a distribution engine, wherein the debit card printer comprises an imprinting mechanism, a magnetic strip writer, and a computer network interface. In an embodiment, the distribution engine is further configured to initiate creation of an alternate account on behalf of a recipient related to a debit card that is not activated within a predetermined amount of time, and to transmit to a deposit processing system instructions to enable a deposit into the alternate account of funds equal to a recipient payment amount.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2014Date of Patent: December 16, 2014Assignee: PenChecks, Inc.Inventors: Peter Emanuel Preovolos, Wendy Henderson, Masood Roashan, Raphael Houri
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Patent number: 7762970Abstract: A cast for use in limiting movement of the hand to promote healing of an injured body part includes a water hardenable orthopaedic blank for mounting on the forearm, preferably with a thumb hole, and an outrigger, also impregnated with water hardenable material, secured to the blank for holding the thumb or fingers against movement. This construction minimizes irritation of the web between the thumb and forefinger and reduces discomfort and trauma caused by chafing and pressure.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2007Date of Patent: July 27, 2010Inventors: Wendy Henderson, Tracy Grim, Joe Iglesias
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Patent number: 7465283Abstract: A cast or support assembly includes inner double knit padding material in which the outer layer is woven or knit to have substantial size openings, while the inner layer of the double knit material to be located against the skin of the patient is more closely woven or knit. Additional casting fabric is also provided, with this casting fabric being impregnated with water hardenable material. The outer casting fabric may include openings extending through it, so that the entire cast assembly has ventilation openings allowing air circulation to accomplish rapid drying following wetting of the assembly by sweat, rain, or by swimming, for example.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2005Date of Patent: December 16, 2008Assignee: Ossur, hfInventors: Tracy E. Grim, Joseph M. Iglesias, Wendy Henderson, Kelly M. Long, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday
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Publication number: 20080091130Abstract: A cast for use in limiting movement of the hand to promote healing of an injured body part includes a water hardenable orthopaedic blank for mounting on the forearm, preferably with a thumb hole, and an outrigger, also impregnated with water hardenable material, secured to the blank for holding the thumb or fingers against movement. This construction minimizes irritation of the web between the thumb and forefinger and reduces discomfort and trauma caused by chafing and pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 25, 2007Publication date: April 17, 2008Inventors: Wendy Henderson, Tracy Grim, Joe Iglesias
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Patent number: 7240876Abstract: A dispenser box for medical bandages including orthopedic splints is described. The dispenser box includes at least one moisture impermeable container connected with a face plate containing a periphery gasket. The bandage exits through a slot in the face plate. A door is pivotally connected to and mechanically biased against the face plate. When the door is closed, a moisture resistant environment is maintained for the stored bandage materials.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2005Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: Ossur, hfInventors: Walter Doubleday, Wendy Henderson, Joseph M. Iglesias, Kenneth Helenbolt, Michael Campos, Wendee Lee, Tracy E. Grim
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Publication number: 20060237579Abstract: A dispenser box for medical bandages including orthopedic splints is described. The dispenser box includes at least one moisture impermeable container connected with a face plate containing a periphery gasket. The bandage exits through a slot in the face plate. A door is pivotally connected to and mechanically biased against the face plate. When the door is closed, a moisture resistant environment is maintained for the stored bandage materials.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2005Publication date: October 26, 2006Inventors: Walter Doubleday, Wendy Henderson, Joseph Iglesias, Kenneth Helenbolt, Michael Campos, Wendee Lee, Tracy Grim
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Publication number: 20060155226Abstract: A cast or support assembly includes inner double knit padding material in which the outer layer is woven or knit to have substantial size openings, while the inner layer of the double knit material to be located against the skin of the patient is more closely woven or knit. Additional casting fabric is also provided, with this casting fabric being impregnated with water hardenable material. The outer casting fabric may include openings extending through it, so that the entire cast assembly has ventilation openings allowing air circulation to accomplish rapid drying following wetting of the assembly by sweat, rain, or by swimming, for example.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2005Publication date: July 13, 2006Inventors: Tracy Grim, Joseph Iglesias, Wendy Henderson, Kelly Long, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday
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Patent number: 7004917Abstract: The present invention provides improved hardenable orthopaedic supports and methods of making the same. One embodiment provides a support which includes a blank made of a permeable, flexible material and including a structural region impregnated with a hardenable material and a peripheral region which will remain flexible after the hardenable material is hardened. Another embodiment provides a method of manufacturing an orthopaedic support in which a permeable, flexible material is positioned adjacent a recess of a molding element; the flexible material is contacted with a hardenable material; and the hardenable material is placed under pressure in the molding element to impregnate the section of the flexible material with the hardenable material.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2002Date of Patent: February 28, 2006Assignee: Royce Medical CompanyInventors: Wendy Henderson, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday, Joseph Iglesias, David Cormier
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Publication number: 20050234374Abstract: An orthopaedic splint apparatus and technique involving the use of a water hardenable blank with (1) primary tacking arrangements for adjustably holding the splint or support in place after it has been activated and placed on the injured part of the anatomy, and may also include (2) secondary, functional arrangements for holding the splint firmly in place following accurate mounting and location of the splint on the injured part of the anatomy. The tacking arrangements may involve the use of lateral extensions from the main body of the splint with hook and loop type fasteners or adhesive associated with the extensions for holding the splint onto the injured part of the anatomy.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2005Publication date: October 20, 2005Inventors: Tracy Grim, Wendy Henderson, Joseph Iglesias, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday, Kelly Long
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Publication number: 20050234375Abstract: An orthopaedic splint technique involves the use of a water hardenable blank, with (1) primary tacking arrangements for adjustably holding the splint or support in place after it has been activated and placed on the injured part of the anatomy, and may also include (2) functional arrangements for holding the splint firmly in place following accurate mounting and location of the splint on the injured part of the anatomy. The tacking arrangements may involve the use of lateral extensions from the main body of the splint with hook and loop type arrangements or adhesive associated with the extensions for holding the splint onto the injured part of the anatomy.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2004Publication date: October 20, 2005Inventors: Tracy Grim, Wendy Henderson, Joseph Iglesias, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday, Kelly Speakes
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Patent number: 6929613Abstract: An orthopedic support assembly has a shape which is well-suited to be reliably positioned on a patient's anatomical structure, e.g., a limb or other extremity. Designs in accordance with certain embodiments include two or more lobes joined by one or more narrower joining region.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2002Date of Patent: August 16, 2005Assignee: Royce Medical CompanyInventors: Wendy Henderson, Walter Doubleday, Joseph Iglesias, Tracy Grim, Michael Campos, Kelly M. Long
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Patent number: 6824522Abstract: An orthopaedic support assembly is formed of a flexible material impregnated with a hardenable material, e.g. a water-hardenable urethane. The orthopaedic support may include an outer layer of napped material, e.g., an unbroken loop material, that reduces migration of the hardenable material. The orthopaedic support may also include an inner layer of foam padding to increase the comfort of the patient.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2002Date of Patent: November 30, 2004Assignee: Royce Medical CompanyInventors: Wendy Henderson, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday, Joseph Iglesias, Tracy Grim
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Publication number: 20020193718Abstract: An orthopaedic support assembly is formed of a flexible material impregnated with a hardenable material, e.g. a water-hardenable urethane. The orthopaedic support may include an outer layer of napped material, e.g., an unbroken loop material, that reduces migration of the hardenable material. The orthopaedic support may also include an inner layer of foam padding to increase the comfort of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2002Publication date: December 19, 2002Inventors: Wendy Henderson, Michael Campos, Walter Doubleday, Joseph Iglesias, Tracy Grim
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Publication number: 20020183671Abstract: An orthopedic support assembly has a shape which is well-suited to be reliably positioned on a patient's anatomical structure, e.g., a limb or other extremity. Designs in accordance with certain embodiments include two or more lobes joined by one or more narrower joining region.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2002Publication date: December 5, 2002Inventors: Wendy Henderson, Walter Doubleday, Joseph Iglesias, Tracy Grim, Michael Campos, Kelly M. Long