Patents Assigned to Foundation
  • Albumin fibers and fabrics and methods of generating and using same
    Patent number: 8551948
    Abstract: Provided are method of generating a fiber from a globular protein such as albumin. Also provided are albumin fibers and fabrics and methods of using same for bonding a damaged tissue or for ex vivo or in vivo formation of a tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Technion Research & Development Foundation Limited
    Inventors: Eyal Zussman, David Simhon, Shmuel Chervinsky, Abraham Katzir, Zvi Nevo, Yael Dror
  • Method and system for the derivation of human gait characteristics and detecting falls passively from floor vibrations
    Patent number: 8551026
    Abstract: The gait monitor system and method provides various basic gait parameters including step count, cadence, and step duration, in addition to its ability to distinguish between normal, limping and shuffling gait modes, as well as determine falls. Moreover, this gait monitor may be provided with additional sensors, e.g. beam break at the beginning and end of a corridor to estimate average walking velocity (with the distance between the beams known or determined); this enables the calculation of additional gait characteristics such as average step length and average stride length. These parameters can additionally be used to detect various gait anomalies and other diagnostic information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: University of Virginia Patent Foundation
    Inventors: Majd Alwan, Robin A. Felder, Steven W. Kell, Siddharth Dalal
  • Transistor structures and methods of fabrication thereof
    Patent number: 8552422
    Abstract: An electronic device is presented, such as a thin film transistor. The device comprises a patterned electrically-conductive layer associated with an active element of the electronic device. The electrically-conductive layer has a pattern defining an array of spaced-apart electrically conductive regions. This technique allows for increasing an electric current through the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Technion Research and Development Foundation Ltd.
    Inventors: Nir Tessler, Moti Margalit, Oded Globerman, Roy Shenhar
  • Methods of immune modulation with death receptor-induced apoptosis
    Patent number: 8551494
    Abstract: This invention provides chimeric proteins comprising an apoptosis-inducing molecule fused to a member of a binding pair that is capable of binding to a selected cell that expresses a death receptor. When the selected cell is exposed in vivo or ex vivo to the chimeric protein, the selected cell undergoes apoptosis. The preferred embodiment is FasL protein fused to streptavidin. The methods of using the chimeric proteins are especially beneficial in causing activated lymphocytes to undergo apoptosis, thus modulating the immune response. Patients with conditions such as asthma or allergy, or patients undergoing transplantation with allogeneic or xenogeneic tissue are examples of patients who benefit from the methods of this invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: University of Louisville Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Haval Shirwan
  • Devices for the detection of the presence and/or activity of proteases in biological samples
    Patent number: 8551764
    Abstract: The subject invention provides novel devices and methods for the detection of the presence and/or activity of proteases in biological samples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory S. Schultz, John I. Azeke, Daniel J. Gibson, Priscilla Lorraine Phillips, Weihong Tan, Christopher D. Batich
  • Compact pipe specimen
    Patent number: 8549929
    Abstract: A compact pipe specimen applicable to a fracture toughness test used to evaluate physical properties of a pipe material is provided. The compact pipe specimen includes: a pipe having a notch portion formed in a circumferential direction and a crack portion formed at the edge of the notch portion; and first and second jigs having openings to which a pressurizing unit is coupled so as to cause a bending load on the pipe, having the notch portion therebetween, and attached to the exterior surface of the pipe, respectively. It is unnecessary to correct the influence of a constraint effect due to varying sizes and shapes of the specimen. There is no restriction to the curvature and thickness of a pipe. A fracture behavior of a pipe crack portion can be precisely simulated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Sungkyunkwan University Foundation for Corporate Collaboration
    Inventors: Chang Sung Seok, Kwang Sang Seon, Kwang Hyeon Lee, Soo Park, Haeng Cheol Cho
  • Efficient and universal method for neural differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells
    Patent number: 8551783
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for inducing neural differentiation of stem cells. In more detail, the present invention relates to a method for inducing neural differentiation of stem cells by inhibiting both BMP (bone morphogenetic protein) and Activin/Nodal signaling pathways in the stem cells. The present invention allows all types of stem cells to effectively differentiate into neural precursor cells regardless of conventional methods for stem cell differentiation including floating culture and attachment culture. In addition, since the neural precursor cells induced by the present invention may be differentiated into specific cells (e.g., dopaminergic neurons) or oligodendrocytes in higher efficient manner, they may be applied to treatment of incurable nerve diseases (e.g., Parkinson's disease or spinal cordinjury) and further provide fundamental data on new drug development.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Yonsei University
    Inventors: Dong-Wook Kim, Dae-Sung Kim
  • Display devices with transparent electrodes containing nanocarbon materials
    Patent number: 8552631
    Abstract: A transparent electrode for a display device includes a nanocarbon material and a dopant comprising at least one of aluminum, alumina, palladium, and gold. In some embodiments, the transparent electrode has excellent transparency and low resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignees: Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Seoul National University Industry Foundation
    Inventors: Woo-Jae Lee, Hyeong-Suk Yoo, Sang-Joo Lee, Seung-Gi Joo
  • Horizontal folding type sunroof apparatus
    Patent number: 8550533
    Abstract: Provided is a sunroof apparatus of the present invention including a sunroof panel that divides a roof panel, except for left and right side fillers of the roof of a vehicle, into a front panel, a middle panel, and a rear panel, and link units composed of an interlink that moves middle panel by the operation of a driving link moving rear panel and a driven link that moves front panel by the operation of interlink, such that all of the portions, except for left and right side fillers of the roof of the vehicle are completely opened while rear panel, middle panel, and front panel are folded in several steps and horizontally stacked when the sunroof is opened, such that open feel, which is maximized like a convertible vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Kookmin University Industry-Academy Cooperation Foundation
    Inventors: Seung-Jin Heo, Jay-Il Jeong, Il-Hwan Kim, In-Sik Hwang
  • Analogs of tetramic acid
    Patent number: 8552208
    Abstract: Tetramic acid analogues of Formula I and Formula II have antibacterial activity, primarily against gram-positive bacteria, and are iron chelators.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: University of Tennesseee Research Foundation
    Inventors: Richard E. Lee, Julian Gregston Hurdle, Raghunandan Yendapally
  • Method for generating dynamic group key
    Patent number: 8553887
    Abstract: A method of generating a dynamic group key of a group formed of a plurality of nodes, the method including: unicasting a public key that is based on respective secret keys of each of a plurality of general nodes excluding a master node, which is one of the plurality of nodes, wherein the unicasting is performed by the general nodes; broadcasting to the group an encryption value obtained by exponentially-calculating a secret key of the master node to the plurality of public keys, wherein the broadcasting is performed by the master node upon receiving the plurality of public keys; and obtaining a group key by using an inverse power-calculation of the respective secret keys of each of the general nodes based on the encryption value, wherein the obtaining is performed by the general nodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Ajou University Industry Cooperation Foundation
    Inventors: Man Pyo Hong, Jong Uk Kim, Suk In Kang
  • Anti-viral pyrimidine nucleoside analogues
    Patent number: 8551965
    Abstract: A compound of formula (I) wherein Ar can be one six-membered or two fused six-membered aromatic rings; R8 and R9 can be hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, halogens, amino, alkylamino, dialkylamino, nitro, cyano, alkyoxy, aryloxy, thiol, alkylthiol, arythiol, or aryl; Q can be O, S or CY2, where Y may be H, alkyl or halogens; X can be O, NH, S, N-alkyl, (CHR2)m where m is 1 to 10, and CY2; Z can be O, S, NH, or N-alkyl; U? is H and U? can be H or CH2; wherein: T can be OH, H, halogens, O-alkyl, O-acyl, O-aryl, CN, NH2. or N3; T? and T? can be H or halogen; and W can be H or a phosphate group. Compounds show anti-viral activity, for example with respect to varicella zoster virus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignees: University College Cardiff Consultants Limited, Rega Foundation
    Inventors: Christopher McGuigan, Jan Balzarini
  • System and method to prevent termination of on-line transactions
    Patent number: 8554633
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor configured to initiate an on-line transaction during a transaction session. The apparatus can identify an attempt to terminate the transaction session prior to completion of the on-line transaction. The apparatus can provide a notification in response to the identified attempt. The notification can include an indication of at least one selection made during the transaction session prior to the completion of the on-line transaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Lot 9 Acquisition Foundation, LLC
    Inventor: Peter Kassan
  • In vitro model of latent mycobacterial infection
    Patent number: 8551499
    Abstract: A method of inducing latency in Mycobacterium permits preparation of an in vitro model system of latent mycobacterial infection. Latency is induced in a pure culture of Mycobacterium by exposing it to multiple stress conditions, including a low nutrient culture medium without glycerol, a low pH, a relatively high level of carbon dioxide and a relatively low gas phase oxygen level. An in vitro model of mycobacterial infection employs macrophages induced from THP1 cells which are then infected with Mycobacterium. The infected macrophages are grown under hypoxic conditions to induce latency in the mycobacteria. The in vitro model of infection is useful in evaluating compounds for activity against latent mycobacteria.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: University of Central Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Pappachan E. Kolattukudy, Tatiana Sirakova, Jaiyanth Daniel, Chirajyoti Deb
  • Quantum dot light emitting diode device and display device therewith
    Patent number: 8552416
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a quantum dot light emitting diode device in which a hole transportation layer is formed after forming a quantum dot light emitting layer by a solution process by applying an inverted type quantum dot light emitting diode device for making free selection of a hole transportation layer material that enables easy injection of a hole to the quantum dot light emitting layer; and display device and method therewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignees: LG Display Co., Ltd., SNU R&DB Foundation
    Inventors: Young-Mi Kim, Ho-Cheol Kang, Ho-Jin Kim, Chang-Hee Lee, Kook-Heon Char, Seong-Hoon Lee, Jeong-Hun Kwak, Wan-Ki Bae, Dong-Gu Lee, Jae-Hoon Lim
  • Semiconductor light-emitting diode and a production method therefor
    Patent number: 8552455
    Abstract: Provided is a semiconductor light-emitting diode including a semiconductor layer having a light-emitting structure; and an ohmic electrode incorporating a nanodot layer, a contact layer, a diffusion-preventing layer and a capping layer on the semiconductor layer. The nanodot layer is formed on the N-polar surface of the semiconductor layer and is formed from a substance comprising at least one of Ag, Al and Au. Also provided is a production method therefor. In the ohmic electrode which has the multi-layer structure comprising the nanodot layer/contact layer/diffusion-preventing layer/capping layer in the semiconductor light-emitting diode of this type, the nanodot layer constitutes the N-polar surface of a nitride semiconductor and improves the charge-injection characteristics such that outstanding ohmic characteristics can be obtained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignees: Seoul Opto Device Co., Ltd., Postech Academy-Industry Foundation
    Inventors: Jong Lam Lee, Yang Hee Song, Jun Ho Son, Buem Joon Kim
  • Anterior adherent thoracolumbar spine plate
    Patent number: 8551145
    Abstract: The implant is a fixation device shaped in the form of a plate for use in the fixation and stabilization of the thoracolumbar spine. The design and the configuration of the device allows for an anatomic fit of the plate in the spine. The improved fixation allows for an anatomical and biomechanicat advantage in stabilizing thoracolumbar spine trauma both in a primary fashion and/or in conjunction with vertebral body replacement. Its anatomic design allows the application of an ingrowth surface at the host/implant interface and encourages an additional point of fixation in cases at high risk for delayed or non-union such as severe trauma or malignancy. The thoracolumbar spine plate is anatomically designed to fit snugly against the thoracolumbar vertebral bodies through a twist around the Z (longitudinal) axis of the generally rectangular plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
    Inventor: Paul M. Huddleston, III
  • Phytase-Containing Animal Food and Method
    Patent number: 8551724
    Abstract: A method is described for improving the nutritional value of a foodstuff comprising a source of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate by feeding the foodstuff in combination with a phytase expressed in yeast. The method comprises the step of feeding the animal the foodstuff in combination with a phytase expressed in yeast wherein the phytase can be selected from the group consisting of AppA1, AppA2 and a site-directed mutant of AppA. The invention also enables reduction of the feed to weight gain ratio and an increase bone mass and mineral content of an animal. A foodstuff and a feed additive comprising AppA2 or a site-directed mutant of AppA are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignees: Huvepharma AD, Cornell Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas M. Webel, Donald E. Orr, Frank E. Ruch, Xingen Lei
  • TNF-? antagonists containing IGFBP5
    Patent number: 8552148
    Abstract: The present invention relates to: TNF-? antagonists containing IGFBP5 protein, variants thereof, or fragments thereof; and the use of the TNF-? antagonists. More specifically, the present invention relates to: a polynucleotide encoding the protein, variants thereof, or fragments thereof; a vector containing the polynucleotide; a transformant containing the vector; and a method for screening a therapeutic agent for TNF-? overexpression-related diseases by checking whether the mutual reaction thereof is facilitated after treating with candidates to the cell expressing the IGFBP5 protein, variants thereof, or fragments thereof, and the TNFR1.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Sungkyunkwan University Foundation For Corporate Collaboration
    Inventors: Je-Ho Lee, Jae-Ryoung Hwang, Jae-Ho Huh
  • Power supply system and method including power generator and storage device
    Patent number: 8552583
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a power supply system and method including a power generator and a storage device. Specifically, the power supply method using a power supply system which includes a power generator, a storage device, a unidirectional converter, and a bidirectional interleaved converter, and in which the other side of the unidirectional converter is connected to the other side of the bidirectional interleaved converter and power is output from the other side of the unidirectional converter, the power supply method comprises measuring one or more of an amount of power generation of the power generator and an amount of power storage of the storage device; forming a power transfer path by analyzing one or more of the amount of power generation and the amount of power storage; and controlling activation of devices on the formed power transfer path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Yonsei University
    Inventors: Jung-Wook Park, Byung-Kwan Kang, Hyun-Koo Lee, Seung-Tak Kim