Patents Represented by Law Firm Saliwanchik & Saliwanchik
  • RI T-DNA promoters
    Patent number: 5366887
    Abstract: The sequence of the T.sub.L -DNA of Ri plasmids found in Agrobacterium rhizogenes strains HRI and A4 is disclosed. Sixteen open reading frames bounded by eukaryotic promoters, ribosome binding sites, and polyadenylation sites were found, five of which were observed to be transcripted in a developmentally and phenotypically regulated manner. The use of promoters and polyadenylation sites from pRi T.sub.L -DNA to control expression of heterologous foreign structural genes is taught, using as examples the structural genes for Phaseolus vulgaris storage protein (phaseolin), P. vulgaris lectin, a sweet protein (thaumatin), and Bacillus thuringiensis crystal protein. Vectors useful for manipulation of sequences of the structural genes and T-DNA are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 22, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Plant Sciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerry L. Slightom, David A. Tepfer
  • Tamper-proof security seal
    Patent number: 5364141
    Abstract: A novel security seal which cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the seal, thereby rendering tampering detectable. The novel seal comprises a strap having a tongue end, a locking head at the other end, with a key and stop plate disposed therebetween. To engage the seal, the tongue is looped around and inserted through the locking head. As it is pulled tight, the key engages a lock plate inside the head. When the key is fully engaged, the stop plate abuts the head, preventing undetected tampering or withdrawal of the tongue. In locked position, the tongue remains exposed and is therefore a convenient location for coded information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1994
    Inventor: F. Wayne King
  • Process for fractionating legumes to obtain pure starch and a protein concentrate
    Patent number: 5364471
    Abstract: The subject invention provides, for the first time, an efficient method for obtaining high quality essentially pure starch from legumes. The method involves milling dehulled legumes to obtain a powder followed by wet separating (centrifugation) the small particle size fraction of said powder to separate pure starch from a protein concentrate. The invention is specifically exemplified with respect to garbanzo beans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1994
    Assignee: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventors: Zuzanna Czuchajowska, Yeshajahu Pomeranz
  • Compound for treatment of cardiac arrhythmia, synthesis, and methods of use
    Patent number: 5364880
    Abstract: Described is a novel compound and method, useful for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias, especially useful in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF). A process for synthesizing the novel compound is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1994
    Assignee: Advanced Therapies, Inc.
    Inventor: Pascal Druzgala
  • Polynucleotide encoding a toxin with activity against coleopterans
    Patent number: 5359048
    Abstract: Bacillus thuringiensis serovar japonensis strain Buibui (FERM BP-3465) belonging to Bacillus thuringiensis serovar japonensis and capable of producing insecticidal toxin proteins to kill coleopterous larvae, and an insecticide containing, as an effective ingredient, the toxin proteins produced are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventors: Michio Ohba, Hidenori Iwahana, Ryoichi Sato, Nobukazu Suzuki, Katsutoshi Ogiwara, Kazunobu Sakanaka, Hidetaka Hori, Shouji Asano, Tadaaki Kawasugi
  • Materials and methods for control of pests
    Patent number: 5358934
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel peptides which have the property of interfering with the biosynthesis of the enzyme trypsin. This property enables the use of these peptides to, for example, inhibit the formation of progeny in blood-ingesting insects, since trypsin is an essential enzyme for food digestion which provides the essential building blocks for egg development in such insects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1994
    Assignees: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture, University of Florida
    Inventors: Dov Borovsky, David A. Carlson
  • Self-medicating applicator for controlling pests on animals
    Patent number: 5357902
    Abstract: The device is a self-medicating applicator that can be used for the treatment of animals with a pesticide for the control of pests, e.g., ticks and flies. The applicator device includes a feed bin, a reservoir for storage of the pesticide, and a porous column which passes through the pesticide reservoir and bait bin. Pesticide, drawn up the column by capillary action, is applied to the animal contacting the column while the animal is feeding from the bin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 1993
    Date of Patent: October 25, 1994
    Assignees: Old Dominion University, University of Florida
    Inventors: R. Andrew Norval, Martin I. Meltzer, Daniel E. Sonenshine, Michael J. Burridge
  • Method for treating airway congestion
    Patent number: 5352707
    Abstract: A method for treating airway congestion which comprises administering an effective amount of the compound of formula II which follows ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1994
    Assignee: Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, Inc.
    Inventors: Shirley A. Pompni, Vincent P. Gullo, Ann C. Horan, Mahesh G. Patel, Stephen Coval
  • Bacillus thuringiensis isolate denoted B.t. PS81GG, active against lepidopteran pests, and a gene encoding a lepidopteran-active toxin
    Patent number: 5352661
    Abstract: A novel B.t. isolate with activity against lepidopteran insects is disclosed. This isolate is highly active against the beet armyworm. A gene from this isolate has been cloned. The DNA encoding the B.t. toxin can be used to transform various prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes to express the B.t. toxin. These recombinant microbes can be used to control lepidopteran insects in various environments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventors: Jewel Payne, August J. Sick, Mark Thompson
  • Streptococcal immunoglobulin a binding protein encoded by emmL2.2
    Patent number: 5352588
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns a novel polynucleotide sequence cloned from emm2.2 gene of a Group A streptococcus, Type II strain which codes for an IgA-binding protein, ML2.2. A process for producing the protein is given. The invention also concerns the protein in an immunoadsorbent and as a tracer for use in measuring and purifying IgA. Kits are given comprising the immunoadsorbent and the tracer form of the protein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1994
    Assignee: Rockefeller University
    Inventors: Vincent A. Fischetti, Debra E. Bessen
  • Bacillus thuringiensis isolates for controlling acarides
    Patent number: 5350576
    Abstract: Disclosed are Bacillus thuringiensis isolates designated B.t. PS45B1, B.t. PS24J, B.t. PS94R3 B.t. PS17, B.t. PS62B1 and B.t. PS74G1 which produce novel .delta.-endotoxins active against acarid pests. Thus, these isolates, or mutants thereof, can be used to control such pests. Claimed are genes encoding these novel .delta.-endotoxins, which can be removed from these isolates and transferred to other host microbes, or plants. Expression of the toxins in microbe hosts results in the control of acarid pests, whereas transformed plants become resistant to acarid pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventors: Jewel Payne, Raymond J. C. Cannon, Angela L. Ralph
  • Isolates of bacillus thuringiensis that are active against nematodes
    Patent number: 5350577
    Abstract: The invention concerns novel isolates of Bacillus thuringiensis (B.t.) which contain a toxin(s) which is active against nematodes. This B.t. toxin(s) or B.t. isolate(s) can be used to treat animals and plants hosting susceptible nematodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corp.
    Inventor: Jewel M. Payne
  • Synergistic pesticidal compositions
    Patent number: 5346698
    Abstract: Described and claimed are methods and compositions for the control of pests. According to the subject invention, a fatty acid or mixture of fatty acids can be combined with one or more avermectins or related compounds to achieve synergistic control of pests.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 13, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventor: Kenneth D. Abercrombie
  • Bacillus thuringiensis isolates denoted B.T. PS81F, active against lepidopteran pests
    Patent number: 5336492
    Abstract: A novel B.t. toxin gene toxic to lepidopteran insects has been cloned from a novel lepidopteran-active B. thuringiensis microbe, The DNA encoding the B.t. toxin can be used to transform various prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes to express the B.t. toxin. These recombinant microbes can be used to control lepidopteran insects in various environments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 9, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventors: Jewel Payne, August J. Sick
  • Antibacterial peptide and methods of use
    Patent number: 5336757
    Abstract: A novel peptide, polydiscamide A, has been isolated from a marine sponge. This compound, and its derivatives, are useful as antibacterial agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 9, 1994
    Assignee: Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, Inc.
    Inventors: Nanda K. Gulavita, Sarath P. Gunasekera, Shirley A. Pomponi, Ross E. Longley, Peter J. McCarthy
  • Safety scalpel
    Patent number: 5330492
    Abstract: A surgical instrument comprised of a handle, a blade fixed to the forward end of the handle, and a spring-biased retractable sheath which is received within the handle. A mechanism is provided for retracting the sheath within the handle by depressing a single button on the upper surface of the handle, such that the sheath is retracted against the force of the spring as the button is depressed, and upon release of the button returns the sheath automatically to its released position covering the blade. Additionally, a mechanism is provided for resisting accidental exposure of the blade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1992
    Date of Patent: July 19, 1994
    Assignee: DLH Concepts, Inc.
    Inventor: Doug L. Haugen
  • Bacterial plasmin receptors as fibrinolytic agents
    Patent number: 5328996
    Abstract: The subject invention concerns novel methods and compositions for thrombolytic therapy. More specifically, a receptor with high affinity for plasmin has been characterized, purified, cloned, and expressed. This receptor can be used in combination therapies where it is administered prior to, concurrently with, or after a plasminogen activator. Also, this receptor can be bound to plasmin and administered to humans or animals in need of fibrinolytic activity. Additionally, the invention pertains to a novel immobilized form of plasmin which advantageously accumulates at the point where antifibrinolytic activity is needed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: July 12, 1994
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. P. Boyle, Richard Lottenberg, Christopher Broder, Gregory Von Mering
  • Fuel-efficient watercraft with improved speed, stability, and safety characteristics
    Patent number: 5325804
    Abstract: A watercraft mounted on submarine hulls is taught which is capable of moving faster than a displacement vessel of the same length, while consuming equal or less fuel than would such a displacement vessel. The watercraft also has improved safety and stability characteristics, including the capability of operation in a raft configuration as well as the capability of beaching or parking in shallow water such that wave action does not affect the cabin occupants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 5, 1994
    Inventor: Richard T. Schneider
  • Nematode-active toxin from a Bacillus thuringiensis isolate
    Patent number: 5322932
    Abstract: A novel B.t. gene encoding a toxin which is toxic to nematodes has been cloned from a B. thuringiensis microbe. The DNA encoding the B.t. toxin can be used to transform various prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbes to express the B.t. toxin. These recombinant microbes can be used to control nematodes in various environments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 21, 1994
    Assignee: Mycogen Corporation
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Narva, George E. Schwab, Theresa Galasan, Jewel M. Payne
  • Bahiagrass plant MBA-1
    Patent number: PP8788
    Abstract: A new variety of dwarf bahiagrass having desirable characteristics of slow growth and short leaves and inflorescences (seed heads). The new variety would be especially useful to reduce maintenance costs and retain aesthetics for roadside growth and home lawns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 14, 1994
    Assignee: University of Florida
    Inventors: Francis J. Marousky, Albert E. Dudeck