Patents by Inventor David N. Cook

David N. Cook 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).

  • Use of high density microparticles for removal of pathogens
    Publication number: 20020117453
    Abstract: Methods of using high-density microparticles to bind and remove pathogens from biological fluids are disclosed. Pathogens include prions, viruses, bacteria and protozoa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2002
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Inventors: David N. Cook, Rodney L. Monroy
  • Whole blood separator apparatus and method of use
    Publication number: 20020058030
    Abstract: An apparatus for separating a selected cell population from blood or a blood component includes a container, a plurality of particles having a reactant that binds to a selected cell population and a separating device for separating the selected cell population from the blood or blood component. The particles have a density that allows gravity settling of the particles through the blood or blood component. The separating device can include a device for compressing the container, a magnet or a filter, for example. The apparatus can also include a mixing device for mixing the particles with the blood or blood component. The reactant bound to the particles can include an antibody or antibody fragment, such as lectin or a lectin fragment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2001
    Publication date: May 16, 2002
    Applicant: Eligix, Inc.
    Inventors: Rodney L. Monroy, David N. Cook, Walter C. Ogier, Robert J. Schmittling