Patents Assigned to Genetic Engineering, Inc.
  • Encapsulation of sperm for artificial insemination
    Patent number: 4840891
    Abstract: Sperm are encapsulated in a nontoxic polymer which is freely flowing at body temperature and a gel or solid at temperatures of storage and transfer. On delivery to the reproductive tract, the polymer microcapsule liquifies and the sperm are released.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 20, 1989
    Assignee: Genetic Engineering, Inc.
    Inventor: Jonathan van Blerkom