Patents Assigned to Foundation
  • Patent number: 9090884
    Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations of viable microorganisms in a water insoluble, water-absorbent substance and methods of producing formulations of viable microorganisms. Also disclosed is a method of treating plants and/or plant seeds with the formulations of the present application.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignees: Advanced Biological Marketing Incorporated, Cornell Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary E. Harman, Daniel B. Custis
  • Patent number: 9090834
    Abstract: A method for upgrading heavy hydrocarbons into more usable hydrocarbon products is provided. The method provides for the steps of adding heavy hydrocarbons to a solvent system to form a reaction medium, and ozonating the reaction medium with an ozone containing gas to provide ozonation products. The solvent system can include a first solvent that solubilizes at least a portion of the heavy hydrocarbons and a reactive solvent which reacts with ozonation intermediates. Reactive solvent is maintained at concentrations sufficient to decompose ozonation intermediates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Utah Research Foundation
    Inventors: P. K. Andy Hong, Zhixiong Cha
  • Patent number: 9094980
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for allocating a frequency resource to each micro User Equipment (UE) in a hierarchical cellular mobile communication system are disclosed. The method includes acquiring information about traffic of each macro UE or a macro BS in a frequency resource allocated to the macro UE or the macro BS, first Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) information about an SNR of a signal from the macro UE or the macro BS, measured at each micro UE and second SNR information about an SNR of a signal from the micro UE, measured at each micro BS, calculating throughput of the micro UE using the traffic information, the first SNR information and the second SNR information, determining a frequency resource to be allocated to the micro UE using information about the calculated throughput and allocating the determined frequency resource to the micro UE.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Yonsei University
    Inventors: Junho Jo, Byoung Hoon Kim, Jihyun Lee, Hano Wang, Dae Sik Hong, Go San Noh
  • Patent number: 9092901
    Abstract: Parallel population of a grid with a plurality of objects using a plurality of processors. One example embodiment is a method for parallel population of a grid with a plurality of objects using a plurality of processors. The method includes a first act of dividing a grid into n distinct grid portions, where n is the number of processors available for populating the grid. The method also includes acts of dividing a plurality of objects into n distinct sets of objects, assigning a distinct set of objects to each processor such that each processor determines by which distinct grid portion(s) each object in its distinct set of objects is at least partially bounded, and assigning a distinct grid portion to each processor such that each processor populates its distinct grid portion with any objects that were previously determined to be at least partially bounded by its distinct grid portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Utah Research Foundation
    Inventors: Ingo Wald, Santiago Ize
  • Patent number: 9089265
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for configuring parameters associated with a tomographic scanner. A tomographic scanner is configured to capture a scout image of a patient. A configuration component is configured to determine an average attenuation value representing at least a portion of the scout image and determine each of the tube voltage and tube current for the tomographic scanner from the average attenuation value.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Inventor: Sandra S. Halliburton
  • Patent number: 9089271
    Abstract: A system for controlling actuation of a capsule endoscope includes a receiving unit receiving an image transmitted from the capsule endoscope; a coil unit generating a magnetic field for actuating the capsule endoscope by using current applied thereto; a power supply unit supplying power to the coil unit; and an actuation controller control the current applied to the coil unit and a coil rotational motor for adjusting of a posture and the location of the capsule endoscope based on the identified lesion or location of the capsule endoscope, wherein the coil unit includes a pair of Helmholtz coils and a pair of Maxwell coils that are fixedly disposed on a main axis; and a pair of uniform saddle coils and a pair of gradient saddle coils that are located inside the pair of the Helmholtz coils and the pair of the Maxwell coils to rotate around the main axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Industry Foundation of Chonnam National University
    Inventors: Suk Ho Park, Jong Oh Park, Hyun Chul Choi, Kyung Rae Cha, Se Mi Jeong
  • Patent number: 9090880
    Abstract: The invention relates to isolated polypeptides that include amino acid sequences within botryococcene synthase from different algal species. In another aspect, the invention relates to a method for increasing the production level of a botryococcene hydrocarbon molecule in a cell. The method includes increasing expression of a polynucleotide sequence that encodes botryococcene synthase in the cell. In a further aspect, the invention relates to an algal cell having a polynucleotide sequence that is genetically engineered to express a higher level of botryococcene synthase than a corresponding wild type algal cell, wherein the cell produces an increased level of a botryococcene hydrocarbon molecule than a corresponding wild type algal cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: Research Foundation of the City University of New York
    Inventors: Juergen Polle, Duc Tran
  • Patent number: 9089121
    Abstract: Systems, devices, apparatus and methods of attracting and capturing flies with toxicant treated darkened cords and printed or painted strips on sidewalls of housings. The darkened cords and strips black to confuse flies into believing they are cracks and crevices. Flies feed off the insecticide treated strips and are killed over time. At least one black line over a blue background can simulate a harborage to attract flying insects. At least one black line over a sticky surface card can be used. Geometrical housing shapes can include triangular, pentagon, cylindrical, rectangular, square, cube and/or other geometrical shapes. Housings can be tied off to be suspended. Second housings can be suspended beneath a main housing by attaching strips to the lower suspended housing. The housings can also work in an unassembled state where planar type sheets can be mounted on a wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph W. Diclaro, II, Roberto M. Pereira, Jeffrey C. Hertz, Philip G. Koehler
  • Patent number: 9089547
    Abstract: Equol (7-hydroxy-3(4?hydroxyphenyl)-chroman), the major metabolite of the phytoestrogen daidzein, specifically binds and blocks the hormonal action of 5?-dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in vitro and in vivo. Equol can bind circulating free DHT and sequester it from the androgen receptor, thus altering growth and physiological hormone responses that are regulated by androgens. These data suggest a novel model to explain equol's biological properties. The significance of equol's ability to specifically bind and sequester DHT from the androgen receptor have important ramifications in health and disease and may indicate a broad and important usage for equol in the treatment and prevention of androgen-mediated pathologies. Thus, equol can specifically bind DHT and prevent DHT's biological actions in physiological and pathophysiological processes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignees: Brigham Young University, Colorado State University Research Foundation
    Inventors: Edwin Douglas Lephard, Trent D. Lund, Robert J. Handa
  • Patent number: 9090915
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method using sulfite pretreatment to overcome recalcitrance of lignocellulose (SPORL). More specifically, it relates to a sulfite-based chemical process for pretreating biomass in solutions to reduce access barriers of enzymes to the lignocellulose, resulting in efficient conversion through enzymatic saccharification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignees: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Gaosheng Wang, Xuejun Pan, Jun Yong Zhu, Roland L. Gleisner
  • Patent number: 9091606
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods for assessing the performance of an actuator of an attitude control system (ACS), such as a control moment gyroscope (CMG). In one embodiment, a system includes a support bracket assembly coupled to an actuator, wherein the actuator is configured to generate an output torque. The system also includes at least one sensor assembly that includes a sensor configured to measure the output torque about at least one axis of the support bracket assembly while the support bracket assembly remains substantially motionless.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Norman G. Fitz-Coy, Vivek Nagabhushan
  • Patent number: 9090941
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of evaluating the cancer state of a subject using lecithin:retinol acyl transferase (LRAT) gene promoter methylation status. Methods of analyzing and quantifying LRAT gene promoter methylation level are also disclosed. The present invention also relates to methods of determining the prognosis for s subject having cancer by assessing LRAT mRNA expression and LRAT protein expression. Methods of cancer detection, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignees: Cornell Research Foundation, Inc., Sloan Kettering Institute for Cancer Research, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
    Inventors: Francis Barany, Yu-Wei Cheng, Philip Paty, Daniel Notterman
  • Publication number: 20150202453
    Abstract: A helmet is used to detachably secure a TMS coil to the head of a patient. The helmet has a flexible sack containing a multiplicity of beads and also has a valve that permits air to enter and to be withdrawn from the interior volume of the sack. The handle of the TMS coil is inserted into the helmet, and the helmet is placed upon the head of a patient. Withdrawing air from the interior volume of the sack through the valve causes the sack to shrink and compresses the beads into a compact mass that conforms to the shape of the patient's head. Maintaining the vacuum causes the sack to retain its shape, making it possible to hold the helmet and TMS coil in proper position during a TMS study.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: University of Florida Research Foundation, Incorporated
    Inventors: Eric L. Topp, Carolynn Patten
  • Publication number: 20150203920
    Abstract: Analysis of over 50 short RNA libraries revealed that tRFs are present in all human cell lines and exist in mice, flies, worms, and yeasts. Specific tRNA genes yield tRFs generated by cleavage at sites conserved across different cells within a species, and all three potential tRFs from a given tRNA gene were not always present or equally abundant. tRF-1 and -3 were highly abundant in the cytoplasm, while tRF-5 were mostly in the nucleus. tRF-5 and -3 were found in adult mouse tissues, tRF-1 were relatively rare in adult tissues but in greater amounts in mouse embryos and embryonic stem cells. Several tRF-1 sequences were conserved between mice and humans and expression was tissue-specific. tRFs are shown to be markers for cancer. For example greater amounts of tRF-1 were found in B cell malignancies compared to normal B cell, and tRF-5 and -3 were at higher levels in lung cancer compared to normal lung.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2013
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: University of Virginia Patent Foundation
    Inventors: Anindya Dutta, Pankaj Kumar
  • Publication number: 20150202328
    Abstract: An artificial lipid-polymer-DNA complex, an in-vivo imaging agent, a pharmaceutical composition and a method of preparing the same are provided. The artificial lipid bilayer includes a polymer matrix including polylactic-co-glycolic acid disposed within a lipid membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: Research & Business Foundation SUNGKYUNKWAN UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Soong Ho UM, Chang Yoon BAEK
  • Publication number: 20150203594
    Abstract: The present invention concerns a method for functionalization, via topographical modification, of the surfaces of nanofibrillated (NFC) cellulose films into non-porous, water-resistant platforms, usable in diagnostic applications. The method includes a carboxylation of the NFC-film via TEMPO-mediated oxidation, and optionally an activation via EDS/NHS chemistry and, finally, the reactivity of the film can be tested using anti-human IgG. The invention also concerns the thus prepared functionalized NFC films, as well as the use thereof as platforms for diagnostical assays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2013
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: Aalto University Foundation
    Inventors: Hannes Orelma, Ilari Filpponen, Janne Laine
  • Publication number: 20150207056
    Abstract: Disclosed is an aluminum-magnesium-silicon composite material that contains an alloy comprising Al, Mg, and Si and can be used favorably as a material for a thermoelectric conversion module, and that has excellent thermoelectric conversion properties. The aluminum-magnesium-silicon composite material contains an alloy comprising Al, Mg and Si, and has an electrical conductivity (?) of 1000-3000 S/cm at 300 K. This aluminum-magnesium-silicon composite material is favorable in the production of a thermoelectric exchange element as a result of having excellent thermoelectric conversion properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2015
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: Tokyo University of Science Educational Foundation Administrative Organization
    Inventors: Tsutomu IIDA, Naoki FUKUSHIMA, Tatsuya SAKAMOTO, Yohiko MITO, Hirokuni NANBA, Yutaka TAGUCHI, Masayasu AKASAKA, Mamoru TACHIKAWA, Takakazu HINO
  • Publication number: 20150204957
    Abstract: Systems and methods for simultaneously acquiring three-dimensional data from multiple different frequency bins with a magnetic resonance imaging (“MRI”) system, and without frequency-encoding gradients, are provided. A multiband radio frequency (“RF”) pulse is used to excite spins associated with multiple different resonance frequency offsets, and a fully phase-encoded acquisition is used to acquire data, which may be spectrally-resolved data, from magnetic resonance signals formed in response to the multiband RF pulse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventors: Matthew Robert Smith, Nathan Samuel Artz, Scott Brian Reeder
  • Patent number: PP25740
    Abstract: A pecan tree distinguished by the following unique combination of characteristics: high precociousness and prolificacy, consistent production (if fruit thinned), early nut maturity, large nut size that produces mammoth halves, unusual high percentage kernel, exceptional kernel color, no kernel speckling has been observed, high resistance to N scorch, black pecan aphid, pecan leaf scorch mite, and good resistance to scab fungus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Darrell Sparks
  • Patent number: PP25761
    Abstract: A new and distinct vegetatively reproduced cultivar of seashore paspalum, Paspalum vaginatum, which is characterized by a combination of excellent green turf color, non-dwarf rapidly spreading growth habit, good salt tolerance, its ability to maintain high turf density and quality at a range of mowing heights, and the ability to maintain turf quality and to resist leaf firing during periods of short term drought.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul L. Raymer, Leon L. Burpee, Robert N. Carrow, Brian M. Schwartz