Patents Assigned to State University
  • Internal combustion engine for natural gas compressor operation
    Patent number: 9528465
    Abstract: This application concerns systems and methods for compressing natural gas with an internal combustion engine. In a representative embodiment, a method is featured which includes placing a first cylinder of an internal combustion engine in a compressor mode, and compressing a gas within the first cylinder, using the cylinder as a reciprocating compressor. In some embodiments a compression check valve system is used to regulate pressure and flow within cylinders of the engine during a compression process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignee: Oregon State University
    Inventors: Christopher Hagen, Guy Babbitt
  • Nanochanneled device and related methods
    Patent number: 9526824
    Abstract: A nanochannel delivery device and method of manufacturing and use. The nanochannel delivery device comprises an inlet, an outlet, and a nanochannel. The nanochannel may be oriented parallel to the primary plane of the nanochannel delivery device. The inlet and outlet may be in direct fluid communication with the nanochannel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignees: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System, The Ohio State University Research Foundation
    Inventors: Mauro Ferrari, Xuewu Liu, Alessandro Grattoni, Daniel Fine, Randy Goodall, Sharath Hosali, Ryan Medema, Lee Hudson
  • Automated facial action coding system
    Patent number: 9530048
    Abstract: An automatic facial action coding system and method can include processing an image to identify a face in the image, to detect and align one or more facial features shown in the image, and to define one or more windows on the image. One or more distributions of pixels and color intensities can be quantified in each of the one or more windows to derive one or more two-dimensional intensity distributions of one or more colors within the window. The one or more two-dimensional intensity distributions can be processed to select image features appearing in the one or more windows and to classify one or more predefined facial actions on the face in the image. A facial action code score that includes a value indicating a relative amount of the predefined facial action occurring in the face in the image can be determined for the face in the image for each of the one or more predefined facial actions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignees: The Regents Of The University Of California, The Research Foundation of State University of New York
    Inventors: Marian Stewart Bartlett, Gwen Littlewort-Ford, Javier Movellan, Ian Fasel, Mark Frank
  • Potentiation of antibiotic treatment with a protein-lipid complex
    Patent number: 9526766
    Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for potentiating the effect of antibiotics. The compositions comprise a non-covalent complex of alpha-lactalbumin and fatty acid. The fatty acids are cis, unsaturated, C14 to C20 fatty acids. The complex and antibiotic can be administered to an individual together or separately. The antibiotic may be one to which resistance has developed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2016
    Assignee: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York
    Inventors: Anders P. Hakansson, Laura R. Marks, Hazeline Hakansson
  • COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR GALLS FL AND GALLS CT MEDIATED TRANSFORMATION OF PLANTS
    Publication number: 20160369286
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to compositions and related methods that incorporate GALLS full-length (FL) or CT domain proteins to enhance efficiency of genetic manipulation of plants. In one aspect, the disclosure provides a modified Agrobacterium cell that comprises a first nucleic acid and a second nucleic acid that encodes a GALLS-FL protein. In another aspect, the disclosure provides a method of enhancing the single copy insertion of a first nucleic acid sequence into a plant cell genome. In another aspect, the disclosure provides a method of inducing plant susceptibility to Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, comprising providing GALLS-CT polypeptide in the cytosol of at least one cell of the plant. In another aspect, the disclosure provides a transgenic plant that comprises a heterologous nucleic acid sequence encoding GALLS-CT operably linked to a promoter sequence.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2014
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: Oregon State University
    Inventors: Lloyd W. REAM, Maciej B. MASELKO
  • Hydrangea arborescens plant named 'NCHA3'
    Publication number: 20160374245
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hydrangea cultivar named ‘NCHA3’ is disclosed, characterized by large, mop-head inflorescences with prevalent sterile flowers. Flower buds are red and open with dark pink sepals. Plant habit is compact, and plants are triploid. The new variety is a Hydrangea normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas Green Ranney
  • Buddleja 'Miss Violet'
    Publication number: 20160374243
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Buddleja plant named ‘Miss Violet’ substantially as illustrated and described, characterized by its compact stature, dense and semi-upright growth habit, oblong-elliptic leaf shape, violet flower color, distorted male flower parts (anthers) resulting in male sterility, and female structures that show reduced function, resulting in reduced seed formation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Dennis James Werner
  • DEVICES AND METHODS OF TREATING METHAMPHETAMINE ADDICTION AND MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL CONSEQUENCES OF METHAMPHETAMINE USE AND OF HIV INFECTION
    Publication number: 20160367565
    Abstract: A method of treating a condition of in a human patient comprising pharmacologically activating a translocator protein of 18 kDa (TSPO), wherein the condition is one of a chronic methamphetamine addiction, a medical consequence of methamphetamine use; a behavioral consequence of methamphetamine use, an HIV associated cognitive motor disorder, an HIV-associated neurodegenerative disorder, and a neuroinflammatory response.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2016
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
    Inventors: Nicholas E. GOEDERS, Christopher Dalton SCHMOUTZ
  • ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS
    Publication number: 20160367531
    Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula (I): wherein R1-R3, n, and W have any of the values defined in the specification, and salts thereof. The compounds have good solubility and are useful for treating bacterial infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2016
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicants: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Taxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Edmond J. LaVoie, Ajit Parhi, Daniel S. Pilch, Yongzheng Zhang, Malvika Kaul
  • Hydrangea arborescens plant named 'NCHA4'
    Publication number: 20160374246
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hydrangea cultivar named ‘NCHA4’ is disclosed, characterized by large, mop-head inflorescences with prevalent sterile flowers. Plants produce distinctive two-toned sepals with pink upper surfaces and deep pink lower surfaces. Plant habit is compact, and plants are triploid. The new variety is a Hydrangea normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas Green Ranney
  • Hydrangea arborescens plant named 'NCHA2'
    Publication number: 20160374244
    Abstract: A new and distinct Hydrangea cultivar named ‘NCHA2’ is disclosed, characterized by large, mop-head inflorescences with prevalent sterile flowers and large, dark pink sepals. Plant habit is compact, and plants are triploid. The new variety is a Hydrangea normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas Green Ranney
  • Viburnum plant named 'NCVX1'
    Publication number: 20160374240
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘NCVX1’ is disclosed, characterized by highly glossy, semi-evergreen foliage, which exhibits Fall color of red to purple. Plants are compact with a uniquely prostrate branching habit. Abundant cymes are produced with 150 to 400 florets. The new variety is a Viburnum normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas Green Ranney
  • Viburnum plant named 'NCVR1'
    Publication number: 20160374241
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘NCVR1’ is disclosed, characterized by dark green, evergreen leaves. Plants are compact and produce abundant white flowers in Spring. The new variety is a Viburnum normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2015
    Publication date: December 22, 2016
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas Green Ranney
  • System and methods for analyzing and modifying passwords
    Patent number: 9524393
    Abstract: A system for analyzing and modifying passwords in a manner that provides a user with a strong and usable/memorable password. The user would propose a password that has relevance and can be remembered. The invention would evaluate the password to ascertain its strength. The evaluation is based on a probabilistic password cracking system that is trained on sets of revealed passwords and that can generate password guesses in highest probability order. If the user's proposed password is strong enough, the proposed password is accepted. If the user's proposed password is not strong enough, the system will reject it. If the proposed password is rejected, the system modifies the password and suggests one or more stronger passwords. The modified passwords would have limited modifications to the proposed password. Thus, the user has a tested strong and memorable password.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Sudhir Aggarwal, Shiva Houshmand Yazdi, Charles Matt Weir
  • Asphalt materials containing bio-oil and methods for production thereof
    Patent number: 9523003
    Abstract: An asphalt binder includes asphalt and an asphalt binder modifier, which includes bio-oil. The asphalt binder can include a carboxyl additive. The asphalt can optionally include polymer-modified asphalt. An asphalt material includes mineral aggregate, an asphalt material binder including asphalt, and an asphalt binder modifier including bio-oil. A method for making the asphalt binder is disclosed. The asphalt material includes asphalt pavement and roofing shingles. The asphalt binder can be emulsified with water and a surfactant for use as a weatherproofing sealant or as an adhesive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald Christopher Williams, Robert C. Brown, Sheng Tang
  • Sequential hydrothermal liquifaction (SEQHTL) for extraction of superior bio-oil and other organic compounds from oleaginous biomass
    Patent number: 9522965
    Abstract: Methods of producing bio-fuel and other high-value products from oleaginous biomass (e.g. algae biomass) are provided. The two-step methods use a first step of subcritical water extraction of the biomass at low temperatures to produce polysaccharides and other high value products of interest, followed by, ii) hydrothermal liquefaction of remaining solid biomass at high temperatures to produce bio-oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Washington State University
    Inventors: Shulin Chen, Moumita Chakraborty, Chao Miao
  • System and method for contextual analysis
    Patent number: 9524464
    Abstract: Computerized contextual analysis systems and methods suitable for monitoring situations, regions, and groups characterized by volatility and uncertainty are provided. Via use of exemplary systems and methods, decision makers, for example politicians, warfighters, and analysts can gain insight into the cultures, attitudes, events, and relationships that may impact their missions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Hasan Davulcu, Mark Woodward, Steven Corman, Jieping Ye
  • Plant genes involved in nitrate uptake and metabolism
    Patent number: 9523099
    Abstract: The present invention relates nucleic acid molecules that are modulated (e.g., upregulated) by nitrogen in corn, to proteins or polypeptides encoded by these nucleic acid molecules, and promoters of these nucleic acid molecules. The present invention relates to a nucleic acid construct having a nucleic acid molecule that is modulated by nitrogen in corn, as well as to expression systems, host cells, plants, and plant seeds having the nucleic acid construct. The present invention also relates to a method of expressing the nucleic acid molecule that is modulated by nitrogen in a plant by growing a transgenic plant or a plant grown from a transgenic seed transformed with the construct. The present invention further relates to an isolated DNA promoter that can be used to direct nitrogen-regulated expression of an isolated nucleic acid in plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick S. Schnable, Sudhansu Dash
  • Fractional order power point tracking
    Patent number: 9523723
    Abstract: For maximum power point tracking, a method filters a power monitoring signal with a tracking fractional order filter to generate a filtered power monitoring signal. The method further generates a tracking signal tracking the power point from the filtered power monitoring signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Utah State University
    Inventors: Hadi Malek, YangQuan Chen
  • Method for producing La/Ce/MM/Y base alloys, resulting alloys and battery electrodes
    Patent number: 9525176
    Abstract: A carbothermic reduction method is provided for reducing a La-, Ce-, MM-, and/or Y-containing oxide in the presence of carbon and a source of a reactant element comprising Si, Ge, Sn, Pb, As, Sb, Bi, and/or P to form an intermediate alloy material including a majority of La, Ce, MM, and/or Y and a minor amount of the reactant element. The intermediate material is useful as a master alloy for in making negative electrode materials for a metal hydride battery, as hydrogen storage alloys, as master alloy additive for addition to a melt of commercial Mg and Al alloys, steels, cast irons, and superalloys; or in reducing Sm2O3 to Sm metal for use in Sm—Co permanent magnets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Karl A. Gschneidner, Jr., Frederick A. Schmidt