Patents by Inventor Christopher Turmel

Christopher Turmel 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).

  • ASSAY DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20140038202
    Abstract: Described herein are methods and devices for detecting one or more targets in a sample using an assay device, optical illumination, and optical detection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Applicant: Alere Scarborough, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Wheeler, Christopher Turmel
  • Method for the Reduction of Biological Sampling Errors by Means of Image Processing
    Publication number: 20120208202
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for reducing biological sampling errors by means of image processing. Image processing techniques are used to determine the volume of sample added to a device, such as a diagnostic test, and to correct for user error in sampling techniques.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2011
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: Alere Scarborough, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Wheeler, Roger N. Piasio, Christopher Turmel
  • Universal Testing Platform for Medical Diagnostics
    Publication number: 20110318755
    Abstract: The invention relates to analysis of samples (for example, blood, urine, saliva, or swab). Some embodiments include a diagnostic testing platform. The platform may permit the analysis of a plurality of different samples with no or only minor modifications made to the platform. This platform may also reduce the number of steps performed by a user, and offer increased sensitivity and precision. The platform may be integrated with a low-cost instrument and provide an accurate digital analysis of the reaction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2011
    Publication date: December 29, 2011
    Inventors: Roger N. Piasio, Andrew Wheeler, Christopher Turmel