Patents Assigned to Foundation
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Patent number: 10566116Abstract: A series of solid solutions AlFe2_xMnxB2 have been synthesized by arc-melting and characterized by powder X-ray diffraction, and magnetic measurements. All the compounds adopt the parent AlFe2B2-type structure, in which infinite zigzag chains of B atoms are connected by Fe atoms into [Fe2B2] slabs that alternate with layers of Al atoms along the b axis. The parent AlFe2B2 is a ferromagnet with Tc=282 K. A systematic investigation of solid solutions AlFe2_xMnx.B2 showed a non-linear change in the structural and magnetic behavior. The ferromagnetic ordering temperature is gradually decreased as the Mn content (x) increases. The substitution of Mn for Fe offers a convenient method for the adjustment of the ferromagnetic ordering temperature of AlFe2B2.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2016Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shatruk, Xiaoyan Tan, Ping Chai
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Patent number: 10561626Abstract: A solution for urushiol induced contact dermatitis is provided for in a topical solution. According to the invention, a method is provided for applying a composition of substances to the affected area, working the composition into the affected area, and removing the composition from the affected area. The composition comprises at least one ethoxylate in combination with a supporting agent. It is believed that this combination binds to the available urushiol receptors rendering it inactive. The affinity of the receptors for the ethoxylates also appears to cause a release of the urushiol from its epidermal bonds for bonding to the composition. An inert scrubbing agent, such as polyethylene beads, can also be included to assist in the release of the urushiol. Acetylated lanolin alcohol, EDTA, a foam stabilizer, and water can also be added to the composition without effecting performance.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2005Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: The William M. Yarbrough FoundationInventor: William M. Yarbrough
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Patent number: 10561337Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer-readable media for rapid 3D dynamic arterial spin labeling with a sparse model-based image reconstruction are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method includes acquiring magnetic resonance data associated with an area of interest of a subject. The magnetic resonance data includes associated with arterial spin labeling (ASL) of the area of interest. The method also includes performing image reconstruction on the acquired resonance data. The image reconstruction includes compressed sensing enforcing a model-based sparsity constraint, where the model-based sparsity constraint is based on an ASL signal prototype dictionary.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2016Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: University of Virginia Patent FoundationInventors: Li Zhao, Craig Meyer
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Patent number: 10566167Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of manufacturing a carbon nanotube electron emitter, including: forming a carbon nanotube film; performing densification by dipping the carbon nanotube film in a solvent; cutting an area of the carbon nanotube film into a pointed shape or a line shape; and fixing the cutting area of the carbon nanotube film arranged between at least two metal members to face upwards with lateral pressure.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2018Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: Korea University Research and Business FoundationInventors: Cheol Jin Lee, Sang Heon Lee, Jun-Soo Han
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Patent number: 10566475Abstract: The present invention relates to a photoelectric element and a method for manufacturing the same, and the photoelectric element according to the present invention includes: a semiconductor substrate; and transparent conductor pattern portions formed on a surface of the semiconductor substrate to be connected to each other with a specific cycle such that incident light is concentrated in a specific area of the semiconductor substrate.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2014Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: Icheon University Industry Academic Cooperation FoundationInventors: Joondong Kim, Ju-Hyung Yun
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Patent number: 10561742Abstract: Methods for producing new neurons in the brain in vivo are provided according to aspects of the present invention which include introducing NeuroD1 into a glial cell, particularly into a reactive astrocyte or NG2 cell, thereby “converting” the reactive glial cell to a neuron. Methods of producing a neuronal phenotype in a glial cell are provided according to aspects of the present invention which include expressing exogenous NeuroD1 in the glial cell, wherein expressing exogenous NeuroD1 includes delivering an expression vector, such as a viral expression vector, including a nucleic acid encoding the exogenous NeuroD1 to the glial cell.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2013Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: The Penn State Research FoundationInventors: Gong Chen, Ziyuan Guo, Zheng Wu
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Patent number: 10564122Abstract: An electrophoresis chip-based setup for detection of different ions in buffer solution. The device is able to differentiate ions in, e.g., real soil or other solutions, and to detect concentration of a specific ion in the solution. Fabrication of the electrophoresis chip can use a soft lithography based molding process. The chip can be made out of PDMS on a glass substrate where on-chip valves were used to control timing of injecting sample and buffer solutions. Detection electrodes are used to detect the presence of ions over a period of several minutes. A controllable high voltage power supply system and related signal acquisition, processing and detection setup can be implemented with the sensor in a system. A microfluidic system for automated collection of soil sample through a porous ceramic and using vacuum suction can be used.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2017Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.Inventors: Zhen Xu, Liang Dong, Ratnesh Kumar
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Patent number: 10564096Abstract: Methods, computer program products, and corresponding devices are provided for measuring the bi-directional reflectance distribution function (BRDF) of an object. An object is positioned relative to a BRDF measurement device. The BRDF measurement device comprises a turntable coupled to a background and a light source, the turntable configured to have the object positioned thereon; and a plurality of spectrographs configured such that each of the plurality of the spectrographs captures a reflectance spectra associated with the object from a different elevation angle relative to the object. A set of spectra data is captured by illuminating the object with the light source; and with each spectrograph, capturing a reflectance spectra associated with the object. The turntable is rotated such that an azimuthal angle between the object and the light source is changed. The capturing and rotating steps are repeated for a predetermined set of azimuthal angles.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2016Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: University of Florida Research Foundation, IncorporatedInventors: Norman G. Fitz-Coy, Kunal Shrikant Patankar, Matthew T. Moraguez
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Patent number: 10564077Abstract: A device and a method are provided for isolating a fraction in a biological sample. The fraction is bound to solid phase substrate to define a fraction-bound solid phase substrate. The device includes an input zone for receiving the biological sample therein to capture a desired fraction of the biological sample. A force is provided that is generally perpendicular to gravity. The force is movable between a first position adjacent the input zone multiple other positions adjacent various purification, protein analysis, separation and extraction zones. The force captures the fraction-bound solid phase substrate and the fraction-bound solid phase substrate moves from the input zone to the other zones to perform a multi-step assay on the isolated fraction within the device.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research FoundationInventors: David J. Beebe, Joshua M. Lang, Benjamin P. Casavant, Scott M. Berry, Lindsay N. Strotman
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Patent number: 10563178Abstract: Compositions, methods of use and methods of manufacture are provided for PIV5-based amplifying VLP (AVLP) that can deliver an expressible heterologous nucleotide sequence in target cells without producing progeny, and which demonstrate useful safety and therapeutic efficacy in multiple animal and human health applications, such as vaccination, gene therapy and cancer therapy.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2016Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.Inventor: Biao He
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Patent number: 10561541Abstract: Various methods for detecting moisture in briefs compatible with high volume manufacturing are disclosed. The embodiments herein facilitate protection of the method of adding moisture sensing to a diaper, but could also be used to add sensing to pads and bandages. The primary design intent is optimal moisture detection and low per unit cost. Electrodes within a garment measure electrical properties of the electrodes to determine if the item has contacted moisture. The target moisture is urine, however, other sources and types of moisture can also be sensed. Additional analysis capabilities can be added by selecting particular electrodes or add materials that may react with chemical components of the moisture. Applications of the research Include monitor of incontinence using smart brief (e.g. diaper); monitor perspiration, bleeding, or failure of the protective garment; and monitoring exposure of an item to moisture, including but not limited to inanimate items.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2018Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignees: BioLink Systems, LLC, University of Louisville Research Foundation, IncInventors: Ken Heyl, Doug Jackson, John Naber, Roger King
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Patent number: 10563416Abstract: The combination parking structure, roadway and train station is a commuter-based system for relieving traffic congestion. The combination parking structure, roadway and train station includes a parking structure having a plurality of levels, at least one roadway, and a train station within the parking structure. A primary entry ramp branches from the at least one roadway, and a plurality of secondary entry ramps each branch from the primary entry ramp. Each secondary entry ramp connects with, and leads into, a corresponding one of the plurality of levels of the parking structure. Similarly, a primary exit ramp feeds into the at least one roadway, and a plurality of secondary exit ramps each connects with, and leads from, a corresponding one of the plurality of levels of the parking structure and feeds into the primary exit ramp. An internal portion of a set of train tracks is located within the parking structure.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2019Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: The Nino R. Vaghi Foundation Inc.Inventor: Nino R. Vaghi
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Publication number: 20200046647Abstract: The present invention relates to an exosome-based nanoparticle composite and a method for preparing the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to an exosome-based nanoparticle composite that uses exosomes isolated from cells and a biocompatible polymer to achieve improved in vivo stability and redispersibility, and a method for preparing the nanoparticle composite. The nanoparticle composite of the present invention exhibits a stable and continuous drug release pattern irrespective of the solubility of the drug and has excellent tumor targeting due to its good in vivo stability and improved redispersibility in aqueous solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2018Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicant: Korea University Research and Business Foundation, Sejong CampusInventor: Soon Hong YUK
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Publication number: 20200048297Abstract: Provided are a newly developed tandem malonate-based amphipathic molecule, a method of preparing the same, and a method of extracting, solubilizing, stabilizing, crystallizing or analyzing a membrane protein using the same. In addition, the compound may be used to efficiently extract membrane proteins having various structures and characteristics from a cell membrane, compared to a conventional compound, to stably store the proteins in an aqueous solution for a long time, and may be used in functional and structural analysis thereof. The analysis of the structures and functions of the membrane proteins is one of the most attractive fields in current biology and chemistry, which are closely related to new drug development.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2017Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicant: Industry-University Cooperation Foundation Hanyang University Erica CampusInventors: Pil Seok CHAE, Hazrat HUSSAIN
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Publication number: 20200049397Abstract: A rapid cooling system for processing food is disclosed which includes a heat exchanger adapted to receive a first coolant (Coolant-I) at a first temperature and eject Coolant-I at a second temperature, a cooling chamber disposed within the heat exchanger in thermal communication with the heat exchanger, the cooling chamber includes a first inlet adapted to receive a product at an elevated temperature (T1), a second inlet adapted to receive a second coolant (Coolant-II) at a low temperature (T2), and an outlet adapted to release a combination of the product and Coolant-II at a low temperature (Tout) and pressure (Pout), wherein cooling of the product from T1 to Tout does not cause a phase change in the product.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicant: Purdue Research FoundationInventors: Dharmendra K. Mishra, Ferhan Ozadali, Fernanda San Martin-Gonzalez, Bruce M. Applegate
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Publication number: 20200049638Abstract: Provided are a method and a device capable of: generating a first alternating current magnetic field passing through a chamber having a cell disposed therein, by using a plurality of primary coils arranged on a first plane; receiving a second alternating current magnetic field by using a plurality of secondary coils arranged on a second plane; and measuring an impedance change of a cell by using the first alternating current magnetic field and the second alternating current magnetic field.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2016Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicants: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Samsung Life Public Welfare FoundationInventors: Manseung HEO, Eunhyuk CHANG, Duk L NA, Kyusung LEE
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Publication number: 20200049557Abstract: The present inventive concepts relate to an inspection apparatus that snapshots an interference image pattern having a high spatial carrier frequency produced from a one-piece off-axis polarimetric interferometer and that precisely and promptly measures a Stokes vector including spatial polarimetric information. The inspection apparatus dynamically measure in real-time a two-dimensional polarization information without employing a two-dimensional scanner.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicant: Industrial Cooperation Foundation Chonbuk National UniversityInventor: Daesuk KIM
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Publication number: 20200046780Abstract: Described herein are FasL-engineered biomaterials, as well as methods of making and using such FasL-engineered biomaterials, such as for immunomodulation, such as for inducing immunosuppression and specific immune tolerance, such as for preventing or reducing the risks of rejection of cellular or tissue grafts and/or the treatment of autoimmune disorders such as Type I diabetes. In specific embodiments, the FasL-engineered biomaterials are biotinylated microgels bound to SA-FasL.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2018Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicants: University of Louisville Research Foundation, Inc., Georgia Tech Research CorporationInventors: Haval SHIRWAN, Andres J. GARCIA, Esma S. YOLCU, Hong ZHAO, Devon HEADEN
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Publication number: 20200049661Abstract: Disclosed is an eddy current inspection device for nondestructive testing. The device includes: a bobbin-shaped coil configured to be inserted into a specimen, which is an object of nondestructive testing, and to apply induction current to an inner diameter of the specimen; a reference coil configured to be inserted into a nondestructive specimen, which is a reference of the specimen, and to apply induction current to an inner diameter of the nondestructive specimen; a cylindrical manual sensor array configured to disposed in the bobbin-shaped coil and to include lines and rows; and a control module configured to select one or more frequencies of multiple frequencies, apply AC power to the bobbin-shaped coil and the reference coil, generate a square wave signal with a varying phase difference, and perform first multiplication by an applied signal and the square wave signal. Accordingly, it is possible to accurately detect a flaw.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2017Publication date: February 13, 2020Applicant: Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Chosun UniversityInventors: Jin Yi LEE, Jung Min KIM, Sun Bo SIM
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Patent number: RE47863Abstract: The present invention relates to novel non-ferromagnetic amorphous steel alloys represented by the general formula: Fe—Mn-(Q)-B-M, wherein Q represents one or more elements selected from the group consisting of Sc, Y, Ce, Pr, Nd, Pm, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb and Lu, and M represents one or more elements selected from the group consisting of Cr, Co, Mo, C and Si. Typically the atomic percentage of the Q constituent is 10 or less. An aspect is to utilize these amorphous steels as coatings, rather than strictly bulk structural applications. In this fashion any structural metal alloy can be coated by various technologies by these alloys for protection from the environment. The resultant structures can utilize surface and bulk properties of the amorphous alloy.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2012Date of Patent: February 18, 2020Assignee: University of Virginia Patent FoundationInventors: Gary J. Shiflet, S. Joseph Poon, Xiaofeng Gu