Patents Assigned to University of Washington
  • FLEXIBLE RESISTIVE SINGLE WALLED CARBON NANOTUBE SENSOR FOR POINT OR CARE SCREENING OF DISEASES
    Publication number: 20220308004
    Abstract: A carbon nanotube-based thin-film resistive sensor is disclosed. The sensor includes carbon nanotube film functionalized with sensing moieties and is configured for use in rapid screening for pathogens in point of care settings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2020
    Publication date: September 29, 2022
    Applicant: University of Washington
    Inventors: Jae-Hyun Chung, Clement E. Furlong, Seong-Joong Kahng, Scott Soelberg
  • Techniques for enabling multiple mutually untrusted applications to concurrently generate augmented reality presentations
    Patent number: 11450034
    Abstract: In some embodiments, an augmented reality system is provided. The augmented reality system is configured to detect real-world objects, create software objects that represent the real-world objects, receive requests from applications to present virtual objects at locations associated with the real-world objects, and to present the virtual objects. In some embodiments, an operating system of the augmented reality system is configured to resolve conflicts between requests from multiple applications. In some embodiments, the operating system of the augmented reality system is configured to provide information to applications to allow the applications to avoid or resolve conflicts amongst themselves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
    Inventors: Kiron Lebeck, Tadayoshi Kohno, Franziska Roesner
  • Compositions and methods for suppressing MSUT2
    Patent number: 11439658
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for treating Alzheimer's disease or dementia. The compositions include mammalian suppressor of taupathy 2 inhibitors (MSUT2). The MSUT2 inhibitors can be small interfering RNAs, guide RNAs, or small molecules. The methods include reducing accumulation of phosphorylated and aggregated human tau.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignees: United States Government As Represented By The Department Of Veterans Affairs, University of Washington
    Inventors: Brian Kraemer, Jeanna M. Wheeler, Pamela McMillan, Timothy J. Strovas, Jeremy Baker
  • Zwitterionic copolymer coatings and related methods
    Patent number: 11441049
    Abstract: Zwitterionic carboxybetaine copolymers and their use in coatings to impart non-fouling and functionality to surfaces, particularly surfaces of blood-contacting medical devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Shaoyi Jiang, Xiaojie Lin, Jonathan Himmelfarb, Buddy D. Ratner
  • Biologically relevant orthogonal cytokine/receptor pairs
    Patent number: 11439664
    Abstract: Engineered orthogonal cytokine receptor/ligand pairs, and methods of use thereof, are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignees: The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University, UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
    Inventors: Kenan Christopher Garcia, Jonathan Sockolosky, David Baker, Chris King
  • NON-VIRAL IMMUNO-TARGETING
    Publication number: 20220280652
    Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions and methods for delivering a payload to cells or tissues that express GLUT4. In some embodiments, the compositions comprise an antibody, or fragment or derivative thereof, that specifically binds to glucose transporter 4 (“GLUT4”) protein, and a therapeutic payload conjugated thereto. In some exemplary embodiments, the compositions are useful for methods of treating a disease or condition in a subject with a genetic mutation in a gene encoding dystrophin protein, wherein the payload comprises a nucleic acid encoding a functional dystrophin protein or functional fragment thereof to ameliorate aspects of the disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2020
    Publication date: September 8, 2022
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
    Inventors: Nicholas P. Whitehead, Stanley C. Froehner
  • MECHANICAL AVATAR ASSEMBLY AND SYSTEM FOR USE IN A CONFINED SPACE IN A STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20220281102
    Abstract: There is provided a mechanical avatar assembly for use in a confined space in a structure. The mechanical avatar assembly includes a rail assembly for attachment to an access opening to the confined space. The rail assembly includes two or more rail segments coupled together to form an elongated base having a rail and a gear rack extending along a length of the elongated base. The rail assembly further includes a carriage portion coupled to the rail, and movable relative to the rail, and a drive assembly coupled to the carriage portion and to the gear rack, to move the carriage portion along the rail. The mechanical avatar assembly further includes an articulating avatar arm coupled to, and movable via, the carriage portion. The mechanical avatar assembly further includes an image capturing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2022
    Publication date: September 8, 2022
    Applicants: The Boeing Company, University of Washington
    Inventors: Jerry D. Chungbin, Shuonan Dong, John W. Fuller, Samuel F. Pedigo, Santosh Devasia, Benjamin Yat-Chun Wong, Kyle William Schultz, Wade Marquette, Lucky Singh, Derek Keith Loy, Joseph L. Garbini
  • Method for controlling autonomous agents using self-reinforcement
    Patent number: 11435742
    Abstract: The behavior of automated agents, such as autonomous vehicles, drones, and the like, can be improved by control systems and methods that implement a combination of neighbor following behavior, or neighbor-averaged information transfer, with delayed self-reinforcement by utilizing time-delayed movement data to modify course corrections of each automated agent. Disclosed herein are systems and methods by which a follower agent, or a multiple follower agents in formation with a plurality of automated agents, can be controlled by generating course correction data for each follower agent based on the movement of neighboring agents in formation, and augmenting the course correction data based on time-delayed movement data of the follower agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Santosh Devasia, Anuj Tiwari
  • NUCLEIC ACID CONSTRUCTS AND RELATED METHODS FOR NANOPORE READOUT AND SCALABLE DNA CIRCUIT REPORTING
    Publication number: 20220277814
    Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions, systems, and related method for using nanopore-based detection of nucleic acid displacement circuits. In some embodiments, output strands contain orthogonal barcode sequences that are captured by nanopore systems to produce a unique and recognizable current signal. Machine learning models can be used to differentiate a plurality of current signals and, therefore, monitor detection and quantification of multiple nucleic acid displacement circuits in a single pot reaction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2020
    Publication date: September 1, 2022
    Applicant: University of Washington
    Inventor: Jeffrey Matthew Nivala
  • Methods and systems for performing digital assays using polydisperse droplets
    Patent number: 11427857
    Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for performing digital assays are provided. In certain aspects, the methods, devices, and systems can be used for the amplification and detection of nucleic acids. In certain aspects, the methods, devices, and systems can be used for the recognition, detection, and sizing of droplets in a volume. Also provided are compositions and kits suitable for use with the methods and devices of the present disclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON THROUGH ITS CENTER FOR COMMERCIALIZATION
    Inventors: Daniel T. Chiu, Jason E. Kreutz, Gloria S. Yen, Bryant S. Fujimoto
  • Methods and kits for labeling cellular molecules
    Patent number: 11427856
    Abstract: Methods of uniquely labeling or barcoding molecules within a cell, a plurality of cells, and/or a tissue are provided. Kits for uniquely labeling or barcoding molecules within a cell, a plurality of cells, and/or a tissue are also provided. The molecules to be labeled may include, but are not limited to, RNAs, cDNAs, DNAs, proteins, peptides, and/or antigens.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Georg Seelig, Richard Muscat, Alexander B. Rosenberg
  • Antimicrobial preventive netting
    Patent number: 11425905
    Abstract: An antimicrobial preventive netting is disclosed that includes one or more photosensitizers that are capable of generating a cloud of singlet oxygen on each surface and openings through the netting in response to incident light. A depth of the singlet oxygen cloud may be less than 0.7 centimeters from a netting surface. The netting may be supported by screens, enclosures or headgear. The netting can be made by dipping or soaking the netting in a solution of one or more photosensitizers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignees: University of Washington, Seattle Children's Hospital
    Inventors: James Chen, Tanner Clark, Thomas Lendvay
  • Modified carbazoles as therapeutic agents
    Patent number: 11420967
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to compounds that target microtubules, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, and methods of using the compounds and compositions for treating diseases. More particularly, this disclosure relates to modified carbazole compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, methods of targeting microtubules with these compounds, and methods of treating diseases affected by microtubule disruption.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignees: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA
    Inventors: Nephi Stella, Philippe Diaz
  • Combinatorial photo-controlled spatial sequencing and labeling
    Patent number: 11421221
    Abstract: Methods of labeling or barcoding molecules within one or more portions of a plurality of cells are provided. Kits and systems for labeling or barcoding molecules within one or more portions of a plurality of cells are also provided. The methods, kits, and systems may utilize photo-controlled adapter sequences, nucleic acids tags, and/or linkers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Georg Seelig, Anna Kuchina, Alexander B. Rosenberg
  • Magnetic tunnel barriers and related heterostructure devices and methods
    Patent number: 11422209
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are devices, systems, and methods that provide improved tunneling magnetoresistance (TMR) through the use of innovative device structures and heterostructure layers therein. Particularly, two or more magnetic layers form a heterostructure core of the switching device, with control of current passing through the heterostructure determined by an applied magnetic field that modifies the magnetization of the heterostructure from a ground magnetic state that is layered antiferromagnetic.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Xiaodong Xu, Tiancheng Song, Xinghan Cai
  • OPEN-TOP LIGHT-SHEET MICROSCOPY WITH A NON-ORTHOGONAL ARRANGEMENT OF ILLUMINATION AND COLLECTION OBJECTIVES
    Publication number: 20220260821
    Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and methods for an open-top light-sheet (OTLS) microscope which includes an illumination objective and a collection objective which have optical axes which are non-orthogonal to each other. The optical axis of the collection objective may be orthogonal to a plane of the sample holder. The illumination and collection objective may be located below the sample holder. The OTLS microscope may optionally include a second collection objective which has an optical axis orthogonal to the optical axis of the illumination objective. The illumination objective may be an air objective, and the collection objective may be an immersion objective.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2022
    Publication date: August 18, 2022
    Applicant: University of Washington
    Inventors: Adam K. Glaser, Jonathan T.C. Liu
  • RECOMBINANT AD35 VECTORS AND RELATED GENE THERAPY IMPROVEMENTS
    Publication number: 20220257796
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides, among other things, helper-dependent adenoviral serotype 35 (Ad35) vectors. In various embodiments, helper-dependent Ad35 vectors can be used to deliver a therapeutic payload to a subject in need thereof. Exemplary payloads can encode replacement proteins, antibodies, CARs, TCRs, small RNAs, and genome editing systems. In certain embodiments, a helper-dependent Ad35 vector is engineered for integration of a payload into a host cell genome. The present disclosure further includes methods of gene therapy that include administration of a helper-dependent Ad35 vector to a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2020
    Publication date: August 18, 2022
    Applicants: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, University of Washington
    Inventors: Hans-Peter Kiem, Andre Lieber, Chang Li, Hongjie Wang
  • Non-contact acoustic radiation force based (ARF-based) generation of broad bandwidth mechanical waves using air-coupled ultrasound
    Patent number: 11413007
    Abstract: Methods and systems for measuring one or more properties of a soft material employ air transmitted ultrasound that is reflected from the soft material to generate a mechanical wave in the soft material. A method of measuring one or more properties of a soft material includes transmitting ultrasound through air to an interface boundary between the soft material and air. Force is applied to the soft material by reflecting the ultrasound from the soft material. A mechanical wave is generated in the soft material as a result of the force applied to the soft material. Propagation of the mechanical wave in the soft material is measured with an imaging system. One or more properties of the soft material is determined based on the measured propagation of the mechanical wave in the soft material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: University of Washington
    Inventors: Lukasz Ambrozinski, Matthew O'Donnell, Ivan Pelivanov, Soon Joon Yoon, David Li, Shaozhen Song, Ruikang K. Wang, Tueng T. Shen, Liang Gao
  • VECTORS AND METHODS FOR REGENERATIVE THERAPY
    Publication number: 20220249623
    Abstract: An expression vector capable of disrupting the silencing of cell cycle genes in adult cells, such as adult cardiac myocytes and other quiescent cells in terminally differentiated tissues, comprising: (a) a nucleic acid sequence encoding lysine-specific demethylase 4D (KDM4D); (b) a promoter that induces or effects overexpression of KDM4D, wherein the promoter is operably linked to the nucleic acid sequence; and (c) a regulatory element that inducibly represses the overexpression of KDM4D. The vector can be administered to a subject in a method for inducing tissue-specific hyperplasia in a mammal, including cardiomyocyte proliferation. The method provides for regenerative therapy, including improving cardiac function after myocardial infarct and other forms of cardiac damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2022
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
    Inventors: W. Robb MACLELLAN, Danny EL-NACHEF
  • APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A LOW-ADHESION STATE OF THERMAL-SENSITIVE TAPE
    Publication number: 20220250374
    Abstract: In some embodiments, an apparatus, system, and method for activating a low-adhesion state of a thermal-sensitive tape is described. An example apparatus embodiment includes a light source and a temperature sensor. The light source is configured to illuminate a target area of the thermal-sensitive tape with a first spectrum of electromagnetic radiation to provide heating of the target area. The first spectrum including a first wavelength outside of a visible spectrum. The temperature sensor is configured to detect a second spectrum of electromagnetic radiation to approximate a temperature of the target area. The second spectrum includes a second wavelength different than the first wavelength.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2020
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Applicant: University of Washington
    Inventors: Mark E. Fauver, Eric J. Seibel