Patents Assigned to Texas A & M University System
  • Patent number: 9466398
    Abstract: A process of producing ceramic-ceramic composites, including but not limited to nuclear fuels, and composites capable of exhibiting increased thermal conductivities. The process includes milling a first ceramic material to produce a powder of spheroidized particles of the first ceramic material, and then co-milling particles of a second ceramic material with the spheroidized particles of the first ceramic material to cause the particles of the second ceramic material to form a coating on the spheroidized particles of the first material. The spheroidized particles coated with the particles of the second ceramic material are then compacted and sintered to form the ceramic-ceramic composite, in which the second ceramic material forms a continuous phase completely surrounding the spheroidized particles of the first ceramic material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Assignees: Purdue Research Foundation, The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Alvin A. Solomon, Huthavahana S. Kuchibhotla, Shripad T. Revankar, Sean Marshall McDeavitt, Jean Concetto Ragusa
  • Publication number: 20160281198
    Abstract: Methods of manufacturing biocompatible, corrosion resistant, self-adaptive, shape-memory titanium-based alloys by using specific ranges of elements in the alloy. Subsequent to melting, the alloy may undergo heat treating, thermo-mechanically processing, and training. Subsequent to training, the alloy has an ultra-low elastic modulus and exhibits self-adaptive, superelastic behavior.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Ji Ma, Ibrahim Karaman
  • Publication number: 20160280933
    Abstract: A method includes coating a substrate to provide a flame resistant substrate. In an embodiment, the method includes preparing a solution. The solution includes an anionic material, a cationic material, and water. The method further includes exposing the substrate to the solution to produce a coating on the substrate. The coating has cationic material and anionic material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2014
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventor: Jaime C. Grunlan
  • Patent number: 9441261
    Abstract: Provided herein are assays and in vitro methods to determine susceptibility to a drug effective against a pathogenic bacteria, for example, a pathogenic Mycobacteria, that has a beta-lactamase activity. An excitation wavelength is delivered to a biological sample obtained from a subject having an infection from the pathogenic bacteria in the presence of a beta-lactamase substrate. The intensity of a signal, such as a fluorescent, luminescent or colorimetric signal, at an emission wavelength of a product of the beta-lactamase on the subject is correlated to drug susceptibility. Also provided is an assay system for monitoring drug susceptibility of a pathogenic bacteria comprising color-producing substrates for a beta-lactamase of the pathogenic bacteria, an assay device for visibly detecting a product of the beta-lactamase on the substrate thereof and a reader configured to quantify the visibly detected product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Jeffrey D Cirillo, Jianghong Rao
  • Publication number: 20160258122
    Abstract: Composite and methods are applied to the surface as a highly visible colored pavement treatment. In an embodiment, a highly visible colored pavement treatment comprises an aggregate material, an enhanced visibility material, and wherein the enhanced visibility material is mixed with and blended into the aggregate material to form a composite. In another embodiment, the method of applying the highly visible colored pavement treatment to a surface may comprise applying an adhesive to a target area, applying enhanced visibility material to the target area, and applying an aggregate material to the target area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventor: Paul John CARLSON
  • Publication number: 20160256550
    Abstract: The present invention provides optical agents comprising optically functional cross linked supramolecular structures and assemblies useful for tandem optical imaging and therapy. Supramolecular structures and assemblies of the present invention include optically functional shell-cross linked micelles wherein optical functionality is achieved via incorporation of one or more linking groups that include one or more photoactive moieties. The present invention further includes imaging and therapeutic methods using one or more optical agents of the present invention including optically functional shell cross-linked micelles having an associated therapeutic agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2016
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Applicants: Mallinckrodt LLC, Washington University, The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: William L. Neumann, Richard B. Dorshow, John N. Freskos, Karen L. Wooley, Nam S. Lee, Yun Lin, Guorong Sun
  • Patent number: 9428762
    Abstract: Methods and composition for the production of sorghum hybrids with selected and different flowering times are provided. In accordance with the invention, a substantially continual and high-yield harvest of sorghum is provided. Improved methods of seed production are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: John E. Mullet, William L. Rooney
  • Publication number: 20160243277
    Abstract: High internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) and polyHIPEs formed therefrom. HIPE components have been adjusted to delay and/or prevent polymerization and free radical decomposition at certain temperatures. Methods include preparing two water-in-oil emulsions; one emulsion includes an oxidizing initiator at a concentration not sufficient to induce polymerization, and another emulsion includes a reducing agent. The two emulsions may be stored for months. When combined, a redox reaction is induced, resulting in polymerization (polyHIPE formation) at temperatures below 100° C., such as between 20° C. and 40° C. This allows a final composition to be formed in situ, with or without highly sensitive materials, including biologically-derived or active constituents (e.g., cells, growth factors, enzymes, proteins, drugs, chemoactive agents). The polymerization rate may be short, as fast as thirty seconds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2014
    Publication date: August 25, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A & M University System
    Inventors: Elizabeth M. Cosgriff-Hernandez, Robert Scott Moglia
  • Patent number: 9421514
    Abstract: Provided herein are porous single-molecule trap materials with fixed pore sizes that are capable of trapping one molecule per cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Hong-Cai Zhou, Mario Wriedt, Julian Sculley, Jian-Rong Li
  • Patent number: 9422433
    Abstract: Compounds for mitigation of biofouling, and methods of making compounds for biofouling. Terpolymers comprising hyperbranched fluoropolymers possessing unique topology mitigate fouling on susceptible surfaces. In some embodiments, the terpolymers comprise PEG and PDMS.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Karen L. Wooley, Jeffery E. Raymond, Kevin A. Pollack, Philip M. Imbesi
  • Patent number: 9409116
    Abstract: Functionalized Porous Polymer Networks (PPNs) exhibiting favourable characteristics such as high surface area? and gas uptake properties are disclosed, including methods of making such networks. A method of preparing a porous polymer network, comprising: (a) a step of homo-coupling a monomer in the presence of 2,2?-bipyridyl, 1,5-cycloocta-1,5-diene, a mixed solvent of DMF/THF and a compound or mixture selected from the group consisting of bis(1,5-cydoocta-1,5-diene)nickel(0), Ni(PPH3) 4, and Zn/NiCI2/NaBr/PPH3 at a temperature in the range of 20 to 40° C. These stable PPNs may be useful in the context of carbon capture, gas storage and separation, and as supports for catalysts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Hong-Cai Zhou, Julian Sculley, Weigang Lu
  • Patent number: 9404231
    Abstract: A module suitable for use in a crash barrier has a diaphragm with opposite first and second sides. First and second cellular foam blocks are coupled to the first and second sides of the diaphragm respectively. A wrap layer surrounds a periphery of the first and second cellular foam blocks. A sealant layer may be applied to the wrap layer. The wrap layer is configured as a metal cover member. A crash barrier may be configured with one or more modules. A method of manufacturing a module includes adhering first and second cellular foam blocks to opposite sides of a diaphragm and wrapping a wrap layer around a periphery of the first and second cellular foam blocks. A transition rail may be connected between first and second crash barriers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2016
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Dean C. Alberson, D. Lance Bullard, Jr., C. Eugene Buth, Michael S. Brackin
  • Publication number: 20160215312
    Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for converting lignocellulosic biomass to concentrated sugars. For example, a saccharification process includes obtaining lignocellulosic biomass and converting the lignocellulosic biomass into sugars. The lignocellulosic biomass is converted into sugars by flowing the lignocellulosic biomass countercurrently to a flow of water through a saccharification vessel having a column and converting the lignocellulosic biomass into a sugar solution using an enzyme in the column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2016
    Publication date: July 28, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Mark T. Holtzapple, Agustin N. Zentay, Melinda E. Wales
  • Publication number: 20160205836
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘White Zest One’. This new variety, which requires approximately 500-550 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a peach tree which produces a high quality, sweet-acid, medium large to large, firm, semi freestone to freestone, white-fleshed peach that matures in early to mid-June in the medium chill zone of Texas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205840
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘GOLDEN ZEST’. This new variety, which requires approximately 600 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a peach tree of mid-season maturity, which produces yellow-fleshed fruit with non-melting firm flesh, attractive golden yellow skin coloration, and suitable for both local and long-distance shipping.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205842
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘Flat Delight Two’. This new variety, which requires 500-550 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a peach tree of early mid-season maturity, which produces yellow-fleshed, sub-acid flat (donut, pantao) fruit that are firm, attractively colored, and suitable for local fresh market and home garden use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205830
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘Smooth Delight Two’. This new variety, which requires 350-400 chilling units of dormancy, is a nectarine tree of early season maturity, which produces yellow fleshed sub acid fruit that are firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional fresh fruit markets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205831
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘White Delight Four’. This new variety, which requires approximately 700 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a peach tree of mid to late mid season maturity, which produces white fleshed, sub-acid fruit that are very firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional markets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205834
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘Flat Delight One’. This new variety, which requires 450-500 chilling units of dormancy, is a low-acid, flat (pantao) peach tree of early season maturity, which produces white-fleshed fruit that are firm, attractively colored, and suitable for the local fresh fruit market and home garden use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205833
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘WHITE DELIGHT ONE’. This new variety, which requires approximately 500-550 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a peach tree which produces a high quality, subacid, large, firm, clingstone, white-fleshed peach that matures in late May in the medium chill zone of Texas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson