Patents Assigned to University
  • INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND INDEX DIMENSION EXTRACTING METHOD
    Publication number: 20170039268
    Abstract: An information processing apparatus includes: a memory configured to store a plurality of structures of a substance whose structure changes and a dimension group, which is a group of index dimensions that are indices for structural analysis of the substance, out of a plurality of dimensions that express the structure of the substance; and a processor configured to perform a procedure including: performing, for each of a plurality of candidate dimensions, which are not included in the dimension group, out of the plurality of dimensions, clustering of a plurality of structures in multidimensional space that has every index dimension included in the dimension group and a candidate dimension as coordinate axes; and adding a specified candidate dimension for which it is possible to generate a largest number of clusters to the dimension group as an index dimension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicants: FUJITSU LIMITED, University of Tsukuba
    Inventors: Tomotake NAKAMURA, Ryuhei HARADA, Yasuteru SHIGETA
  • Apparatus and Method For Delivery of Antimicrobial During a Transdermal Sampling and Delivery Process
    Publication number: 20170035331
    Abstract: A device for introducing at least one antimicrobial in an exposed region of a user's skin caused while accessing interstitial fluid includes a substrate having thereon at least one electrically controllable microheating element including at least a microheater portion with multiple electrodes connected to the microheater portion for forming a micropore in the user's skin. A nanofiber mat loaded with at least one antimicrobial material is arranged on the substrate such that it contacts the user's skin and encircles an opening of the micropore formed by the microheating element. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one antimicrobial material is LL-37.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Georgetown University
    Inventors: Makarand Paranjape, Shruti M. Paranjape
  • Highly Selective Nanostructure Sensors and Methods of Detecting Target Analytes
    Publication number: 20170038326
    Abstract: A nanostructure sensing device comprises a semiconductor nanostructure having an outer surface, and at least one of metal or metal-oxide nanoparticle clusters functionalizing the outer surface of the nanostructure and forming a photoconductive nanostructure/nanocluster hybrid sensor enabling light-assisted sensing of a target analyte.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicants: University of Maryland, College Park, United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of Commerce, George Mason University, The George Washington University
    Inventors: Abhishek Motayed, Geetha Aluri, Albert V. Davydov, Mulpuri V. Rao, Vladimir P. Oleshko, Ritu Bajpai, Mona E. Zaghloul
  • FUNCTIONAL IMAGING OF PHOTORECEPTORS IN THE RETINA BY RHODOPSIN MAPPING
    Publication number: 20170035291
    Abstract: The subject invention provides novel apparatuses and methods for assessing the structure and function of photoreceptors in retina. In a specific embodiment, the assessment is accomplished by imaging rhodopsin, pigmented protein responsible for initiating vision acquisition of the eye, in living subjects. Advantageously, the technologies provided herein can be used for clinical evaluation of retinal photoreceptors for diagnosis, disease staging and follow-up, and outcome measurement for clinical trials of retinal degenerative disorders, including, for example, hereditary retinal degeneration and age-related macular degeneration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: The Florida International University Board of Trustees
    Inventors: Shuliang JIAO, Rong WEN, Byron L. LAM, Tan LIU
  • REMOVAL OF SELENOCYANATE FROM REFINERY SOUR WATER STRIPPER WASTEWATER
    Publication number: 20170036933
    Abstract: Systems and methods for removing heavy metals such as selenium from wastewater with zero valent iron media. Air may be introduced directly into a reaction zone of a fluidized bed reactor filled with the media to catalyze treatment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicants: Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Michael W. Wismer, Samuel A. Mason, Youngheng Huang
  • LEAD SELENIDE CAPPED WITH A BENZOATE LIGAND
    Publication number: 20170040474
    Abstract: Semiconductor materials offer several potential benefits as active elements in the development of harvesting-energy conversion technologies. In particular, lead selenide (PbSe) semiconductors have been used and proposed to design solar energy harvesting devices, IR sensors, FET devices, amongst others. The present disclosure provides a lead selenide capped with an aromatic ligand. The use of an aromatic ligand, and more specifically benzoic acid, provides robustness and more durability to the lead selenide, and therefore prevents the lead selenide from breaking or cracking easily. Also the aromatic ligand prevents the degradation and oxidation of the lead selenide, without affecting any of the lead selenide electronic and chemical characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Ana G. Méndez University System
    Inventors: Mitk'El B. Santiago-Berrios, Weyshla A. Rodriguez-Rodriguez
  • RESISTIVE MEMORY ACCELERATOR
    Publication number: 20170040054
    Abstract: Presented is a method and apparatus for solving. The method includes receiving, by a resistive memory array, a first data, the resistive memory array comprising a plurality of cells, wherein the receiving comprises setting a plurality of resistances on the plurality of cells, wherein each of the plurality of resistances are based on the first data. The method further includes receiving, by the resistive memory array, a second data, wherein the receiving comprises applying at least one of a current and a voltage based on the second data on the plurality of cells. The method still further includes determining, by the resistive memory array, an initial unknown value, the initial value based on the first data and the second data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: University of Rochester
    Inventors: Eby Friedman, Isaac Richter, Xiaochen Guo, Mohammad Kazemi, Kamil Pas, Ravi Patel, Engin Ipek, Ji Liu
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENDOLUMINAL VALVE CREATION
    Publication number: 20170035450
    Abstract: The present application pertains generally to medical systems and methods for creation of an autologous tissue valves within a mammalian body. In some embodiments, a system for creating an endoluminal valve from a blood vessel wall is provided. The system includes a tubular assembly having a longitudinal axis, a proximal end, a distal portion with a distal end, and a first lumen extending from the proximal end to a distal port located proximate the distal portion. The distal portion can have a supporting surface that extends in a longitudinal direction and is offset from a surface of the tubular assembly proximal the distal port. The system can further include a tissue dissection probe disposed within the first lumen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University
    Inventors: Fletcher T. Wilson, Rhunjay James Yu, Ben Cline
  • ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTING PEDOT SOL-GEL DERIVED COATING
    Publication number: 20170037259
    Abstract: An electrically conducting organic-inorganic sol-gel derived coating. Films are generated exhibiting good electrical conductivity with high resistance to substrate delamination. PEDOT:PSS is used as the conducting polymer dispersed within an organic-inorganic hybrid sol-gel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Sheffield Hallam University
    Inventor: Heming Wang
  • NOVEL LACTIC ACID BACTERIUM AND USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20170035814
    Abstract: A new Lactobacillus mali that can be used for preventing or treating a metabolic syndrome is provided. A method for preventing or treating obesity, diabetes or a complication of diabetes by using the Lactobacillus mali is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: National Taiwan University
    Inventors: Ming-Ju Chen, Yu-Chun Lin, Hsin-Hui Hsieh
  • Methods And Materials For Producing Enhanced Sugar, Starch, Oil, And Cellulose Output Traits In Crop Plants
    Publication number: 20170037419
    Abstract: Described are crop-related materials and methods for metabolic engineering. Certain aspects of the invention include applications in food production, carbon sequestration, and biofuel production. Described are methods of enhancing plant traits for increased production of sugar, starch, cellulose, and oil. Described methods include altering cytosolic asparagine to promote production of non-nitrogenous plant compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: The Arizona Board of Regents On Behalf Of The University Of Arizona
    Inventor: Eliot M. Herman
  • METHOD AND KIT FOR THE DETECTION OF MICROORGANISMS
    Publication number: 20170038370
    Abstract: There is provided a method of detecting an analyte in a sample. The method is based on colorimetry and also on the binding affinity between the analyte and a chemical substrate which may be a recognition receptor thereof. The method involves a support and a colored carrier. A kit for use in the detection is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Alfaisal University
    Inventor: MOHAMMED ZOUROB
  • BIOSENSOR USING MAGNETIC PARTICLES FOR PATHOGEN DETECTION
    Publication number: 20170038373
    Abstract: There is provided a biosensor for detecting pathogens in a sample. The detection is based on colorimetry. The biosensor comprises one or more particle supports and a magnetic material attached to a planar support. The biosensor embodies magnetic particles that are functionalized using a chemical substrate specific to the pathogens to be detected. The sensor may allow for a simultaneous detection of a plurality of pathogens in the sample. Also, the sensor may be disposable. Moreover, the sensor may be integrated in a portable detection device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Alfaisal University
    Inventor: MOHAMMED ZOUROB
  • ORGANOBORON COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF MAKING ORGANOBORON COMPOUNDS
    Publication number: 20170037062
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for methods of making an organoboron compound, organoboron compounds, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Suzanne A. Blum, Joshua J. Hirner, Darius J. Faizi
  • SYNTHETIC VAGINAL CUFF MODEL AND METHOD OF SIMULATING VAGINAL CUFF CLOSURE
    Publication number: 20170039892
    Abstract: A vaginal cuff surgical model and methods of manufacture and use thereof. The model includes a body (resembling a vaginal cuff) and appendages (resembling uterosacral ligaments) extending from the body. The model (body and appendages) is formed of silicone, rubber, a polymer, or other suitable material with one or more layers of mesh embedded within the polymeric material. The embedded mesh permits suture between the components of the model. The surgical model permits surgical practice of this important component of a total hysterectomy procedure via suturing across the model and to the appendages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: University of South Florida
    Inventors: Mario Alves Simoes, Stuart Richard Hart, Omar Carambot, Mark Evans Armstrong
  • APPARATUS FOR DISCRIMINATING BACTERIA TYPES USING OPTICAL SCATTERING PATTERNS
    Publication number: 20170038289
    Abstract: An apparatus for discriminating bacteria types using optical scattering patterns is disclosed. The apparatus includes an optical fiber for transferring light emitted from a light source, a lens for controlling a width of the light received from the optical fiber, a linear polarizer for transmitting the light passing through the lens and a bacterial colony, and a capturing unit for capturing an optical scattering pattern of the light transmitted through the linear polarizer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Pukyong National University Industry-University Cooperation Foundation
    Inventors: Yongwook LEE, Junghwan OH, Hyunwook KANG, Seungyun NAM, Youngmog KIM, Junhyeog JEONG
  • Apparatus and Method for Suppressing Parasitic Lasing and Applications Thereof
    Publication number: 20170040767
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods that enable the suppression of amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) and prevention against parasitic lasing in cryogenically-cooled laser amplifier systems, thus allowing sustainable extraction efficiency when increasing the pump power and suitable for large-scale, high average-power laser systems employing large-aperture gain media. A gain medium having a known index of refraction for operation in an evacuated, cryogenic environment includes an ASE-absorbing epoxy composition on the perimetrical edge of the gain medium, wherein the epoxy composition has an index of refraction that substantially matches the index of refraction of the gain medium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: University of Central Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Zenghu Chang, Yi Wu, Eric Cunningham
  • TREATMENT OF PARASITIC DISEASES USING KDAC INHIBITOR COMPOUNDS
    Publication number: 20170035759
    Abstract: Methods of using KDAC inhibitor compounds for the treatment of various parasitic diseases are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Washington University
    Inventors: Garland R. Marshall, Makedonka Mitreva
  • Nanostructured Hybrid-Ferrite Photoferroelectric Device
    Publication number: 20170040473
    Abstract: A photovoltaic device is fabricated using nanostructured hybrid ferrite materials with interdigital electrodes. The device includes ferrimagnetic ferrite nanopartides having a tunable narrow bandgap of 2.5 eV or less, which are deposited onto a thin ferroelectric film. The device produces an ultrahigh photocurrent density of 13-15 mA/cm2 when illuminated with sunlight of 100 mW/cm2, which is comparable to that of organic or silicon-based solar cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Northeastern University
    Inventors: Yajie CHEN, Vincent HARRIS
  • RADIO FREQUENCY PLASMA METHOD FOR UNIFORM SURFACE PROCESSING OF RF CAVITIES AND OTHER THREE-DIMENSIONAL STRUCTURES
    Publication number: 20170040144
    Abstract: A method for efficient plasma etching of surfaces inside three-dimensional structures can include positioning an inner electrode within the chamber cavity; evacuating the chamber cavity; adding a first inert gas to the chamber cavity; regulating the pressure in the chamber; generating a plasma sheath along the inner wall of the chamber cavity; adjusting a positive D.C. bias on the inner electrode to establish an effective plasma sheath voltage; adding a first electronegative gas to the chamber cavity; optionally readjusting the positive D.C. bias on the inner electrode reestablish the effective plasma sheath voltage at the chamber cavity; etching the inner wall of the chamber cavity; and polishing the inner wall to a desired surface roughness.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2015
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Applicant: Old Dominion University
    Inventors: Svetozar Popovic, JANARDAN UPADHYAY, LEPOSAVA VUSKOVIC, H. Lawrence Phillips, ANNE-MARIE VALENTE-FELICIANO