Patents Assigned to State University
  • Layered semiconductor scintillator
    Patent number: 8664612
    Abstract: A scintillator detector of high-energy radiation comprising a semiconductor slab that is composed of alternating layers of barrier and well material. The barrier and well material layers are direct bandgap semiconductors. Bandgap of the well material is smaller than the bandgap of the barrier material. The combined thickness of the well layers is substantially less than the total thickness of said slab. The thickness of the barrier layers is substantially larger than the diffusion length of minority carriers. The thickness of the well layers is sufficiently large to absorb most of the incident scintillating radiation generated in the barrier layers in response to an ionization event from interaction with an incident high-energy particle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York
    Inventors: Serge Luryi, Arsen Subashiev
  • Dual-polarization radar processing system using time domain method
    Patent number: 8665144
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide for improved estimation of environmental parameters in a dual-polarization radar system. In some embodiments, environmental parameters can be estimated using a linear combination of data received in two orthogonal polarization states. In particular, embodiments of the invention improve ground clutter and noise mitigation in dual polarization radar systems. Moreover, embodiments of the invention also provide for systems to determine the differential reflectivity and/or the magnitude of the co-polar correlation coefficient and the differential phase in a dual polarization radar system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Colorado State University Research Foundation
    Inventors: Chandrasekaran Venkatachalam, Cuong M. Nguyen, Dmitri N. Moisseev
  • De novo synthesis of bacteriochlorins
    Patent number: 8664260
    Abstract: A method of making a bacteriochlorin is carried out by condensing a pair of compounds of Formula II to produce the bacteriochlorin, wherein R is an acetal or aldehyde group. The condensing may be carried out in an organic solvent, preferably in the presence of an acid. The bacteriochlorins are useful for a variety of purposes such as active agents in photodynamic therapy, luminescent compounds in flow cytometry, solar cells, light harvesting arrays, and molecular memory devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: North Carolina State University
    Inventors: Han-Je Kim, Jonathan S. Lindsey
  • Mutator activity induced by microRNA-155 () links inflammation and cancer
    Patent number: 8664192
    Abstract: Methods of reducing spontaneous mutation rate of a cell in a subject in need thereof by reducing endogenous levels of miR-155 are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: The Ohio State University
    Inventor: Carlo M. Croce
  • Process for the oxidation of hydrocarbons with the use of iridium metal catalyst complexes
    Patent number: 8664447
    Abstract: Provided is a process for effectively and efficiently oxidizing alkyl-containing molecules with the use of an oxygen-containing gas. An iridium metal catalyst complex with the iridium being coordinated with the nitrogen atoms of a benzimidazolyl-containing ligand is used as the catalyst. The process generates alcohols, ketones and aldehydes directly from alkyl-containing molecules and/or aromatic molecules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
    Inventors: Alan Stuart Goldman, Robert Timothy Stibrany
  • Regular expression matching using TCAMs for network intrusion detection
    Patent number: 8666931
    Abstract: A method is provided for implementing regular expression matching using ternary content-addressable memory devices. The method includes: receiving a set of regular expressions (REs) that specify data elements to be extracted from data packets; constructing a deterministic finite automaton (DFA) from the set of regular expressions; building a state transition table for each node of the deterministic finite automaton; combining the state transition tables into a single lookup table; and instantiating the lookup table in a ternary content-addressable memory device. Additional techniques are provided to reduce the TCAM space and improve RE matching speed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Board of Trustees of Michigan State University
    Inventors: Xiang-Yang A. Liu, Chad R. Meiners, Eric Torng
  • Method and system for aligning color filter array
    Patent number: 8665519
    Abstract: A method and system of aligning color filter array are disclosed. Other embodiments are disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents, a body corporate of the State of Arizona, Acting for and on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Cynthia Bell, John Stowell
  • ION etching of growing InP nanocrystals using microwave
    Patent number: 8663491
    Abstract: High quantum yield InP nanocrystals are used in the bio-technology, bio-medical, and photovoltaic, specifically IV, III-V and III-VI nanocrystal technological applications. InP nanocrystals typically require post-generation HF treatment. Combining microwave methodologies with the presence of a fluorinated ionic liquid allows Fluorine ion etching without the hazards accompanying HF. Growing the InP nanocrystals in the presence of the ionic liquid allows in-situ etching to be achieved. The optimization of the PL QY is achieved by balancing growth and etching rates in the reaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Geoffrey F. Strouse, Derek D. Lovingood
  • Stock ranking predictions based on neighborhood model
    Patent number: 8666877
    Abstract: A system and method of aggregating and predicting stock ranking stocks. The novel system and method uses a neighborhood model to aggregate a plurality of “neighboring” or related stocks having similar pricing trends. The system and method then uses a ranking optimization method to predict the ranking of each stock based on percentage change in price. The current invention facilitates investors trading by using a novel methodology to predict stock rankings and providing a neighborhood of related stocks, while having an easy-to-use interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Piyush Kumar, Rajat Raychaudhuri
  • System and methods for generating and managing a virtual device
    Patent number: 8666723
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention are configured to permit development and validation of a device driver or a device application program by using improved virtual devices. Such improved virtual devices facilitate driver development without use of real devices or hardware prototypes. The present invention also may be configured to permit advanced validation of a device-driver combination that would be difficult to achieve even with a real device. Certain embodiments also may detect inconsistencies between virtual and real devices, which may be used to improve drivers and device application programs and increase compatibility of such drivers and device application programs with real devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2014
    Assignee: Oregon State Board of Higher Education on behalf of Portland State University
    Inventors: Fei Xie, Kai Cong, Li Lei
  • POLYMERIZATION CATALYSTS, METHODS AND PRODUCTS
    Publication number: 20140058041
    Abstract: The invention provides novel polymer compositions and methods for preparing such compositions. The invention also provides methods for polymerizing various unsaturated monomers, including naturally occurring or plant biomass-derived renewable acrylic monomers. The monomers can be rapidly polymerized using various organic catalysts or organometallic catalysts, as described herein. In one embodiment, nearly perfectly isotactic polymers (mmmm>99%) can be prepared using a C2-symmetric zirconocenium catalyst.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: Colorado State University Research Foundation
    Inventors: Eugene Y. CHEN, Yangjian HU, Yuetao ZHANG
  • TRI-SUBSTITUTED 2-BENZHYDRYL-5-BENZYLAMINO-TETRAHYDRO-PYRAN-4-OL AND 6-BENZHYDRYL-4-BENZYLAMINO-TETRAHYDRO-PYRAN-3-OL ANALOGUES, AND NOVEL 3,6-DISUBSTITUTED PYRAN DERIVATIVES
    Publication number: 20140058120
    Abstract: Novel 3,6-disubstituted pyrans, optionally with a further substituent at the 4-position, are monoamine reuptake inhibitors with activity profiles of anti-depressants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: Wayne State University
    Inventor: Aloke K. Dutta
  • 2,2'-Binaphthalene Ester Chiral Dopants for Cholesteric Liquid Crystal Displays
    Publication number: 20140054498
    Abstract: A liquid crystal composition comprising a chiral dopant compound represented by the following structure (Structure 1): wherein: R1 and R2 are independently hydrogen, —(C?O)R9, —(C?O)R10, alkyl, aryl, alkaryl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxyaryl, or heterocyclic all either substituted or unsubstituted, or combine to form a carbocyclic or heterocyclic ring; and R3-R9 are as described in the disclosure. Also featured are liquid crystal compositions comprising a chiral dopant compound represented by any of Structure 2-4 as described in the disclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicants: Kent State University, Kent Displays Incorporated
    Inventors: Donald R. Diehl, Erica N. Montbach
  • NMR RF PROBE COIL EXHIBITING DOUBLE RESONANCE
    Publication number: 20140057792
    Abstract: NMR probe coils designed to operate at two different frequencies, producing a strong and homogenous magnetic field at both the frequencies. This single coil, placed close to the sample, provides a method to optimize the NMR detection sensitivity of two different channels. In addition, the present invention describes a coil that generates a magnetic field that is parallel to the substrate of the coil as opposed to perpendicular as seen in the prior art. The present invention isolates coils from each other even when placed in close proximity to each other. A method to reduce the presence of electric field within the sample region is also considered. Further, the invention describes a method to adjust the radio-frequency tuning and coupling of the MAR probe coils.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicants: University of Florida Research Foundation, Incorporated, The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: William W. Brey, Arthur Edison, Vijaykumar Ramaswamy, Jerris Hooker
  • Cross-Linked Peptides and Proteins, Methods of Making Same, and Uses Thereof
    Publication number: 20140057857
    Abstract: Cross-linked proteins and peptides, and methods of making and uses of such cross-linked proteins and peptides. The cross-linked proteins and peptides have rigid, distance-matching bismethylene aryl cross-linking moieties. Compositions comprising the cross-linked proteins and peptides can be used as pharmaceutical delivery formulations. The cross-linked proteins and peptides can have improved properties, such as cell permeability, as compared to the parent protein or peptide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2011
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: The Research Foundation for the State University of New York
    Inventors: Qing Lin, Avinash Muppidi
  • SOLID STATE FAULT ISOLATION DEVICES AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20140055901
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are solid state fault isolation devices and methods. According to one or more embodiments, a semiconductor current fault controlled device is provided. The device includes a semiconductor substrate of N-type conductivity. The substrate has opposed major surfaces. An anode region of P-type conductivity is formed in one major surface. A P-type buried layer is formed in a first portion of the other major surface. A junction field-effect transistor (JFET) is formed in a second portion of the other major surface. A P-type top layer is formed in the JFET and forms a channel defined by an overlap between the P-type buried layer and the P-type top layer. The channel laterally extends to the semiconductor substrate from a cathode region and being shielded from the anode region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: North Carolina State University
    Inventors: Woongje Sung, Qin Huang, Bantval Jayant Baliga
  • Methods, Devices And Formulations For Targeted Endobronchial Therapy
    Publication number: 20140053830
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved means of treating tracheobronchitis, bronchiectasis and pneumonia in the nosocomial patient, preferably with aerosolized anti gram-positive and anti-gram negative antibiotics administered in combination or in seriatim in reliably sufficient amounts for therapeutic effect. In one aspect, the invention assures this result when aerosol is delivered into the ventilator circuit. In one embodiment the result is achieved mechanically. In another embodiment, the result is achieved by aerosol formulation. In another aspect, the invention assures the result when aerosol is delivered directly to the airways distal of the ventilator circuit. The treatment means eliminates the dosage variability that ventilator systems engender when aerosols are introduced via the ventilator circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: The Research Foundation of State University of New York
    Inventors: Gerald C. Smaldone, Lucy B. Palmer
  • ELECTRICAL POWER REGULATING AND MONITORING SYSTEMS AND OUTLET SYSTEMS THEREFOR
    Publication number: 20140054963
    Abstract: A system includes a plurality of outlet systems receivable in respective electrical boxes in a building and connected via electrical wires to an electric power supply. The plurality of outlet systems include at least one electrical receptacle connectable to an electrical appliance, a computing unit operable to monitor the electrical appliance, a switch for interrupting electrical power to the electrical appliance in response to the computing unit. The at least one electrical receptacle, the computing unit, and the switch are configured to be receivable within and connectable to the electrical box and covered by a cover plate having at least one opening for accessing the at least one electrical receptacle. A network device is operable for communicating with the plurality of outlet systems and for communicating with a global communications network.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: The Research Foundation for the State University of New York
    Inventors: Rostislav Spitchka, Jay Sherwood, Sajid Mahmood
  • Scalable Multiple-Inverse Diffusion Flame Burner for Synthesis and Processing of Carbon-Based and Other Nanostructured Materials and Films and Fuels
    Publication number: 20140054505
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods of use thereof for the production of carbon-based and other nanostructures, as well as fuels and reformed products, are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
    Inventors: Stephen D. Tse, Nasir K. Memon, Bernard H. Kear
  • SILICA NANOAGGREGATES AND ORGANOSILICON COMPLEXES AND METHODS OF FORMING THEM FROM BIOMASS MATERIALS
    Publication number: 20140057108
    Abstract: By controlling the pre-treatment of biomass materials and pyrolysis conditions, silica samples with various surface areas and levels of crystallinity were synthesized. With proper treatment, biogenic silica nanoaggregate (25-30 nm in diameter) can be synthesized from biomass materials. The characterizations revealed that the silica nanoaggregates were composed of smaller primary silica nanoparticles (ca. 4.2 nm in diameter). Under controlled melting catalyzed by metal salt cations, the silica nanoaggregates may be fuse to form semi-crystalline porous silica frameworks with tunable pore size and structural integrity. Organosilicon complexes were synthesized from the bio derived silica nanoaggregates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: Texas State University - San Marcos
    Inventors: Luyi Sun, Weixing Wang