Patents Assigned to CTC
  • Patent number: 9611492
    Abstract: The use of stillage in a saccharification/fermentation process of lignocellulosic biomasses, regardless of the form of the biomasses and regardless of the use of the obtained final hydrolyzed broth. The beneficial effect conferred by the stillage to the saccharification process of lignocellulosic biomasses presents among other characteristics the ability to buffer the reaction medium, especially when such process takes place in an enzymatic route, but not limited to it, regardless of the type of biomass being used and the type of pretreatment to which the biomass is subjected. Fermentation processes, such as the ethanol production, using stillage as source of nutrients such as, for example, nitrogen, for growing microorganisms, but not limited to it.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Assignee: CTC-Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira S.A.
    Inventors: Celia Maria Araujo Galvao, Juliana Conceicao Teodoro, Liliane Pires Andrade, Jose Augusto Travassos Rios Tome, Oswaldo Godoy Neto
  • Patent number: 9517440
    Abstract: A device (1) for mixing a sample, in particular for an automatic chemical analysis instrument, comprises a receptacle device with at least two moveably guided container receptacles (21-24, 31.1), with each container receptacle (21-24, 31.1) comprising a support region for holding a sample container (41-44). The support regions of the two container receptacles (21-24, 31.1) are arranged at different heights in an operational state of the device (1).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: CTC ANALYTICS AG
    Inventors: Beat Luethi, Kai Schueler
  • Patent number: 9504721
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel phage, which is newly isolated and identified, a composition for inhibiting growth of bacteria or killing thereof comprising the same as an active ingredient, and the present invention can be diversely used as a composition for preventing or treating bacterial infectious diseases, a composition for treating ballast water, an antibiotic, an antiseptic, a feed additive and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: CTC BIO, INC.
    Inventors: Ki-Hong Sung, Dae-Keon Choi, Jae-Hoon Kim
  • Patent number: 9492446
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing an itraconazole-containing solid dispersion. The itraconazole-containing solid dispersion according to the preparing method of the present invention has both improved solubility and rapid dissolution rate so that it has an excellent bioavailability. The itraconazole-containing solid dispersion of the present invention is also independent of pH variation of human stomach so that it can minimize the absorption variation of intra- and inter-individuals. In addition, the itraconazole-containing solid dispersion according to the preparing method of the present invention is stable for a long time. The present invention also provides an economical and environment-friendly method for manufacturing an itraconazole-containing composition because the method adds a lactic acid in a solution comprising itraconazole to decrease the amount of an organic solvent needed to dissolve itraconazole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignees: CTC BIO, Inc.
    Inventors: Hong-Ryeol Jeon, Se-Geun Yu, Bong-Sang Lee, Se-Heum Oh, Jeong-Seo Park, Dong-Ryun Oh, Do-Woo Kwon
  • Publication number: 20160320354
    Abstract: The present application relates to a device for extracting volatile components from a sample. The device comprises a sample vessel for receiving the sample with a supply line and with a discharge line, wherein the sample vessel is closed in a gas-tight manner, and also a gas reservoir, which is connected to the supply line. Moreover, the device has a trap element, which is fluidically connected to the discharge line and which has at least one absorber material. The trap element is connected releasably to the discharge line, wherein the trap element has a gas outlet such that, when the trap element is connected to the discharge line, a gas from the gas reservoir can flow through said trap element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Applicant: CTC Analytics AG
    Inventors: Stefan Anton CRETNIK, Kai Heinrich SCHUELER, Melchior ZUMBACH
  • Publication number: 20160320271
    Abstract: The present application relates to a device for extracting volatile components from a sample received in a sample vessel, wherein the sample vessel is closed in a gas-tight manner. The device moreover has a discharge line and a supply line, which protrude into the sample vessel. The supply line comprises a first valve with which a flow of gas through the supply line can be throttled and/or interrupted. A suction opening of a pump is fluidically connected to the discharge line via a first fluid line, such that the pressure conditions in the device can be controlled by the capacity of the pump and by the setting of the first valve. A second fluid line fluidically connects the supply line to an output opening of the pump, such that sample vessel, supply line, discharge line and pump form a closed gas circuit. A trap element with at least one sorption material is fluidically connected to the first fluid line or the second fluid line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Applicant: CTC Analytics AG
    Inventors: Kai Heinrich SCHUELER, Melchior ZUMBACH, Stefan Anton CRETNIK
  • Publication number: 20160274003
    Abstract: A device for collecting a sample and for depositing the sample in a sample-receiving port of a measuring apparatus comprises a first connection element (8) with three connections for fluid, and a second connection element (7), and a hollow needle (5) for collecting and depositing the sample. A first feed line (9) for a first washing liquid is connected via a first pump to a first connection for fluid of the first connection element (8). A second feed line (10) for a second washing liquid is connected via a second pump to a second connection for fluid of the first connection element (8). A connection for fluid of the second connection element (7) is connected to the third connection for fluid of the first connection element (8), and the second connection element (7) is connected to a dosing device (1) and to the hollow needle (5). A valve (2) is arranged between the third connection for fluid of the first connection element (8) and the second connection element (7).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2016
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Applicant: CTC Analytics AG
    Inventors: Werner DOEBELIN, Thomas MAETZKE, Chris C. E. VAN TILBURG
  • Patent number: 9339511
    Abstract: The present invention provides choline alfoscerate-containing pharmaceutical preparations which have improved storage-stability and are easily taken. The present invention also provides a method for manufacturing pharmaceutical preparations comprising choline alfoscerate, which is easy and simple and is performed by normal manufacturing equipments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2016
    Assignee: CTC Bio, Inc.
    Inventors: Bong-Sang Lee, Su-Jun Park, Do-Woo Kwon, Hong-Ryeol Jeon
  • Publication number: 20160081990
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing a film which contains a tasteless donepezil-free base, has an appropriate size and thickness, has flexibility for providing stability when handled so as to not easily tear, and has a uniformly dispersed donepezil-free base. In addition, the present invention provides a film containing the donepezil-free base produced through the method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2014
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Applicant: CTC BIO, INC.
    Inventors: Hong Ryeol JEON, Do-Woo KWON, Bong-Sang LEE, Su-Jun PARK, Bong-Geun CHA, Jun-Ki KIM, Ji-yeong HAN, Myeong-cheol KIL
  • Publication number: 20160074396
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a film formulation for oral administration, containing tadalafil free base and a method of preparing the same, and a film may be provided with maximized dispersion stability of tadalafil free base in the film by the addition of a dispersion stabilizing agent in small amounts without unique fragrance or favor that may appear when other dispersion stabilizing agents known in the art are used, and an extremely low likelihood that a reagglomeration phenomenon of tadalafil free base particles will occur, and an amount of bubbles generated may be significantly reduced during a production process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2014
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Applicant: CTC BIO, INC.
    Inventors: Hong Ryeol JEON, Do-Woo KWON, Bong-Sang LEE, Su-Jun PARK, Bong-Geun CHA, Jun-Ki KIM, Jiyeong HAN, Myeongcheol KIL
  • Publication number: 20150233958
    Abstract: In a method for analysing a sample, a plurality of sample preparation devices and an automatic analytic device for analysing the sample are used, wherein said plurality of sample preparation devices and the automatic analytic device are connected to each other by a data processing unit in order to receive, process and send data from and/or to each one of said sample preparation devices and the automatic analytic device. The method comprises the steps of preparing a first portion of the sample by a first sample preparation device; analysing said first portion by the automatic analytic device in order to get a first result; comparing the first result with a value dependent decision criteria to get a first decision value or a second decision value by the data processing unit. If the decision value is the second decision value, a second portion of the same sample by the second sample preparation device is prepared and analysed by the automatic analytic device in order to get a second result.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Applicants: CTC ANALYTICS AG, DANI INSTRUMENTS SA
    Inventors: Kai Heinrich SCHUELER, Manuela BERGNA, Thomas LAEUBLI
  • Patent number: 9093191
    Abstract: A composite core for an electrical cable, the composite core defining a longitudinal axis that defines a center of the composite core, the core comprising a plurality of longitudinally extending reinforcing fibers embedded in a resin matrix, the fibers oriented substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis and a non-conductive insulating layer surrounding the plurality of longitudinally oriented fibers. The insulating layer may further comprise a plurality of glass fibers. The insulating layer may also comprise a type of resin, including for example, thermosetting resin or thermoplastic resin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: CTC Global Corp.
    Inventors: Clement Hiel, George Korzeniowski
  • Publication number: 20150175289
    Abstract: A device for activating a screw cap of a container comprises a first holding device for holding the screw cap, and a drive for activating the first holding device, wherein the first holding device is movable in a plane. The first holding device comprises a coupling device for the coupling of an external drive, and therefore the first holding device is movable in the plane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2014
    Publication date: June 25, 2015
    Applicant: CTC ANALYTICS AG
    Inventors: Melchior ZUMBACH, Roland KERNEN
  • Publication number: 20150151983
    Abstract: A self contained energy generating system that comprises a galvanic battery and a power distribution system. The energy generating system is used to purify water by using a reverse osmosis device that draws in a source of water and transfers electrolytes to the galvanic battery. Upon contact with the electrolyte, the galvanic battery produces energy by an oxidation-reduction reaction of the cathode and anode and transfers energy to the power distribution system, which in turn provides power to the osmosis device. Additionally, the system includes a hydrogen fuel cell to increase the amount of energy generated and a power storage device for storing excess energy generated. The system also includes a controller which is configured to regulate the overall operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2015
    Publication date: June 4, 2015
    Applicant: CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION (CTC)
    Inventors: Michel J. MCCLUSKEY, Mark Becker, Michael Pollock, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Publication number: 20140220701
    Abstract: A device (1) for extracting an extraction material, in particular for solid-phase micro-extraction, comprises an extractor (130) and a tip (100) for penetrating a separating layer, wherein the extractor (130) is connected to the tip (100). In a method for extracting an extraction material from a container with an extraction device (1), a separating layer of the container is penetrated by a tip (100) of an extractor (130), and the extraction material is extracted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: CTC Analytics AG
    Inventors: Kai Heinrich SCHUELER, Christophe SCHILLIG
  • Publication number: 20140200210
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for treating, preventing or improving premature ejaculation, which is taken on demand prior to sexual activity, the composition comprising clomipramine hydrochloride in an amount of 14 to 16 mg, preferably about 15 mg, as an active ingredient. More preferably, the composition of the present invention further comprises pregelatinized starch and sodium starch glycolate. The pharmaceutical composition of the present invention can provide rapid onset of efficacy, reduce a dissolution (absorption) deviation according to the patient's gastrointestinal pH conditions and minimize side effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2012
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Applicant: CTC BIO, INC.
    Inventors: Hong-Ryeol Jeon, Do-Woo Kwon, Bong-Sang Lee, Seong-Shin Kwak, Sun-Ahe Lee, Hyun-Jung Park, Jeong-Hwa Yoo
  • Patent number: 8695444
    Abstract: In the case of a tool (140) for handling a sample, which comprises a fastening device (141) for detachably fastening the tool to a tool holder of a sample handling apparatus, and comprises a sample manipulation device, for example realized as a syringe (150), fastened to the fastening device (141), this tool comprises a holding device, for example in the form of a needle guide (160), which, on the one hand, is fastened to the fastening device (141) so as to be movable in a coupling direction (165) and, on the other hand, can be coupled to and decoupled from the tool holder in the coupling direction (165).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: CTC Analytics AG
    Inventor: Roland Hiltbrand
  • Publication number: 20140100192
    Abstract: The present invention provides choline alfoscerate-containing pharmaceutical preparations which have improved storage-stability and are easily taken. The present invention also provides a method for manufacturing pharmaceutical preparations comprising choline alfoscerate, which is easy and simple and is performed by normal manufacturing equipments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2013
    Publication date: April 10, 2014
    Applicant: CTC BIO, INC.
    Inventors: Bong-Sang LEE, Su-Jun PARK, Do-Woo KWON, Hong-Ryeol JEON
  • Publication number: 20140053827
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an energy-efficient process for the treatment of plant biomass, particularly sugar cane, for the production of carbohydrates and ethanol, using physico-chemical and extraction techniques, as well as very simple milling configurations, thereby minimizing energy consumption during extraction of the cane juice. The biomass treated and obtained through this process, when subjected to a fermentation process for the production of ethanol, increases the yield of the process in comparison with that of traditional sugar cane. It can also be used for the production of enzymes, animal feedstuffs, and other useful products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2010
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: CTC-Cento de Tecnologia Canavieira S.A.
    Inventors: Henrique Macedo Baudel, Jose Augusto Travassos Rios Tome, Dionísio Fabiano Pegoretti, Dionísio Morelli Filho, Osawaldo Godoy Neto, Jaime Fingerut, Liliane Pires Andrade, Célia Maria Araújo Galvao
  • Publication number: 20140045237
    Abstract: The use of stillage in a saccharification/fermentation process of lignocellulosic biomasses, regardless of the form of the biomasses and regardless of the use of the obtained final hydrolyzed broth. The beneficial effect conferred by the stillage to the saccharification process of lignocellulosic biomasses presents among other characteristics the ability to buffer the reaction medium, especially when such process takes place in an enzymatic route, but not limited to it, regardless of the type of biomass being used and the type of pretreatment to which the biomass is subjected. Fermentation processes, such as the ethanol production, using stillage as source of nutrients such as, for example, nitrogen, for growing microorganisms, but not limited to it.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: CTC - CENTRO DE TECNOLOGIA CANAVIEIRA S.A.
    Inventors: Celia Maria Araujo Galvao, Juliana Conceicao Teodoro, Liliane Pires Andrade, Jose Augusto Travassos Rios Tome, Oswaldo Godoy Neto