Patents by Inventor Aprille L. Matthews

Aprille L. Matthews 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).

  • Method and composition to detect C-type retroviral infection
    Patent number: 6596478
    Abstract: The present invention comprises methods, devices and compositions for detection of endogenous retroviruses found in xenotransplant materials. The methods and compositions are suited for detection of endogenous type-C retroviruses and in particular, for porcine endogenous retrovirus, PERV.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2003
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human Services
    Inventors: Walid M. Heneine, William M. Switzer, Paul A. Sandstrom, Aprille L. Matthews, Thomas M. Folks