Patents by Inventor Albert Nazareth
Albert Nazareth has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20210349032Abstract: Machine image detection involving a trained classifier is used to detect a result of a test stick diagnostic device configured to detect the presence of an analyte in a test sample. Example implementations include receiving a digital image comprising a depiction of at least a portion of a test stick diagnostic device and applying the digital image to a classifier configured to determine a relative position, relative orientation, and relative scale of the portion of the test stick diagnostic device with respect to the digital image, identify a test result region of the test stick diagnostic device, and detect a test result marking in the test result region of the test stick diagnostic device. An indication of a result of a diagnostic test may be provided based on the detected test result marking.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2021Publication date: November 11, 2021Applicant: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Timothy Snowden, Sujata Sundara Rajan
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Patent number: 11047844Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2018Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Patent number: 10960076Abstract: The present disclosure describes a gummy dosage form including: an amino acid in an amount of about 20% by weight or greater; a hydrophilic bulking agent; and a hydrophilic long-chain polymer, wherein at least a portion of the hydrophilic long-chain polymer comprises low methoxyl pectin. The gummy dosage forms can further include additives such as flavorants, fiber, and pH-adjusters. The disclosure further comprises methods for preparing such gummy dosage forms, wherein a hydrophilic bulking agent, a hydrophilic long-chain polymer, and water are combined to give a mixture and heated to give a hydrocolloid system in the form of a slurry; mixing an amino acid with the slurry; and setting the resulting mixture to give the gummy dosage form.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2018Date of Patent: March 30, 2021Inventors: Luis C. Muniz, Albert Nazareth, Paul A. Cox, Robert Frank Boutin
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Publication number: 20180259500Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2018Publication date: September 13, 2018Applicant: Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Publication number: 20180207282Abstract: The present disclosure describes a gummy dosage form including: an amino acid in an amount of about 20% by weight or greater; a hydrophilic bulking agent; and a hydrophilic long-chain polymer, wherein at least a portion of the hydrophilic long-chain polymer comprises low methoxyl pectin. The gummy dosage forms can further include additives such as flavorants, fiber, and pH-adjusters. The disclosure further comprises methods for preparing such gummy dosage forms, wherein a hydrophilic bulking agent, a hydrophilic long-chain polymer, and water are combined to give a mixture and heated to give a hydrocolloid system in the form of a slurry; mixing an amino acid with the slurry; and setting the resulting mixture to give the gummy dosage form.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2018Publication date: July 26, 2018Inventors: Luis C. Muniz, Albert Nazareth, Paul A. Cox, Robert Frank Boutin
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Patent number: 10001449Abstract: Systems, methods, and test kits for detecting and quantifying an analyte level in a biological fluid sample using impedance measurements, are disclosed. The fluid sample is applied to a lateral flow strip, and impedance of the strip is measured as the assay dries. Analysis of the drying-dependent impedance measurements indicates the presence and quantity of the analyte in the fluid sample.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2014Date of Patent: June 19, 2018Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Shang Li, Timothy Snowden, Giles H. W. Sanders, Anthony Cass
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Publication number: 20180153800Abstract: The present disclosure provides lubricant compositions suitable for use on human tissue and effective to provide multiple sensations sequentially and/or in varying intensities. The lubricants can include a lubricating base and at least two different sensorial agents effective to impart different sensations, such as warming, cooling, tingling, refreshing, and numbing. The lubricants particularly can be suitable for use in sexual experiences so that the imparted sensations can increase and/or improve such experiences. The present disclosure further provides condoms incorporating such lubricant compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2017Publication date: June 7, 2018Applicant: Church & Dwight Co. Inc.Inventors: Elisabeth Memin, Albert Nazareth, Kirsten Cluver, Caihua Wang, Melis Cakirer, Jason Kieke
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Patent number: 9970923Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2016Date of Patent: May 15, 2018Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Patent number: 9939385Abstract: Systems, methods, and test kits for monitoring and detecting variation in an analyte level in a fluid sample from an individual variation using a uniquely determined analyte threshold value. In one implementation, luteinizing hormone is the monitored analyte and is compared with the determined threshold value to predict the onset of ovulation for the individual.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2011Date of Patent: April 10, 2018Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Yea-Shun Cheng, Henry Bell, Shang Li
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Publication number: 20160370346Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2016Publication date: December 22, 2016Applicant: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Publication number: 20160370347Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2016Publication date: December 22, 2016Applicant: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Patent number: 9453850Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2014Date of Patent: September 27, 2016Assignee: CHURCH & DWIGHT CO., INC.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Publication number: 20160169881Abstract: Systems, methods, and test kits for detecting and quantifying an analyte level in a biological fluid sample using impedance measurements, are disclosed. The fluid sample is applied to a lateral flow strip, and impedance of the strip is measured as the assay dries. Analysis of the drying-dependent impedance measurements indicates the presence and quantity of the analyte in the fluid sample.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2014Publication date: June 16, 2016Applicant: Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Shang Li, Timothy Snowden, Giles H.W. Sanders, Anthony Cass
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Publication number: 20150017068Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2014Publication date: January 15, 2015Applicant: Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Patent number: 8828329Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2010Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Publication number: 20130065321Abstract: Systems, methods, and test kits for monitoring and detecting variation in an analyte level in a fluid sample from an individual variation using a uniquely determined analyte threshold value. In one implementation, luteinizing hormone is the monitored analyte and is compared with the determined threshold value to predict the onset of ovulation for the individual.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2011Publication date: March 14, 2013Applicant: CHURCH & DWIGHT CO., INC.Inventors: Albert NAZARETH, Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Yea-Shun Cheng, Henry Bell, Shang Li
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Patent number: 8268636Abstract: The invention comprises a device for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample deposited on a first portion of the device for transport to a second portion of the device that is in fluid contact with the first portion. In specific embodiments, the device comprises a labeled conjugate comprising a binding member reactive with a first epitope of the analyte and a label comprising a gold colloid, preferably having a mean particle size of 50 nm to 100 nm. In further embodiments, the device comprises a capture component comprising polymerized streptavidin. The diagnostic device is particularly useful in the preparation of pregnancy test kits.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2010Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Timothy Snowden, Yea-shun Cheng
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Patent number: 8211711Abstract: The invention comprises a device for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample deposited on a first portion of the device for transport to a second portion of the device that is in fluid contact with the first portion. In specific embodiments, the device comprises a labeled conjugate comprising a binding member reactive with a first epitope of the analyte and a label comprising a gold colloid, preferably having a mean particle size of 50 nm to 100 nm. In further embodiments, the device comprises a capture component comprising polymerized streptavidin. The diagnostic device is particularly useful in the preparation of pregnancy test kits.Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2010Date of Patent: July 3, 2012Assignee: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Timothy Snowden, Yea-shun Cheng
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Publication number: 20120083044Abstract: An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2010Publication date: April 5, 2012Inventors: Andy Sturman, Benedict Zin, Albert Nazareth, Henry Bell
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Publication number: 20100267166Abstract: The invention comprises a device for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample deposited on a first portion of the device for transport to a second portion of the device that is in fluid contact with the first portion. In specific embodiments, the device comprises a labeled conjugate comprising a binding member reactive with a first epitope of the analyte and a label comprising a gold colloid, preferably having a mean particle size of 50 nm to 100 nm. In further embodiments, the device comprises a capture component comprising polymerized streptavidin. The diagnostic device is particularly useful in the preparation of pregnancy test kits.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2010Publication date: October 21, 2010Applicant: CHURCH & DWIGHT CO., INC.Inventors: Albert Nazareth, Timothy Snowden, Yea-shun Cheng