Patents by Inventor E. Coughlin
E. Coughlin 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: 20230115636Abstract: A support system for a urine collection bag includes a waistband; a strap having a first end connected to the urine collection bag and a second end connected to the belt; and a fastener on the second end of the strap. The waistband and strap support the weight of the urine collection bag so it doesn't creep down the patient's leg and tug on the catheter and permits the patient to reposition the urine collection bag quickly and easily.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2021Publication date: April 13, 2023Inventor: Michael E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 10346590Abstract: A system and method for securely storing and retrieving prescriptions. The system may include storage containers into which the prescriptions may be placed, a storage matrix with an outer housing and compartments for the storage containers, a transport system, scanners, and a control system. The transport system within the outer housing may selectively move the storage containers attached to the attachment device to locations or coordinates of any of the compartments. The control system may command the transport system to relocate any of the storage containers from one of the compartments to another of the compartments and may track locations of the prescriptions based on information from the scanners or other sensors for later retrieval by authorized user.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2016Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: SCRIPTPRO LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Michael E. Skaggs, Ronald A. Leonard, Bradley G. Lockard
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Publication number: 20180319838Abstract: The present disclosure relates, in some aspects, to protein-ligand localized conjugation technology with respect to immobilized functional proteins for affinity enrichment and/or modified proteins for therapeutic applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2016Publication date: November 8, 2018Applicant: Biogen MA Inc.Inventors: Carl CO, John E. COUGHLIN
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Publication number: 20170053099Abstract: A system and method for securely storing and retrieving prescriptions. The system may include storage containers into which the prescriptions may be placed, a storage matrix with an outer housing and compartments for the storage containers, a transport system, scanners, and a control system. The transport system within the outer housing may selectively move the storage containers attached to the attachment device to locations or coordinates of any of the compartments. The control system may command the transport system to relocate any of the storage containers from one of the compartments to another of the compartments and may track locations of the prescriptions based on information from the scanners or other sensors for later retrieval by authorized user.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2016Publication date: February 23, 2017Applicant: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Michael E. Skaggs, Ronald A. Leonard, Bradley G. Lockard
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Patent number: 9040234Abstract: The invention relates to design of short oligonucleotides and analogs thereof (such as, di-, and trinucleotide compounds) useful for various therapeutic applications. It is believed that the compounds of the invention can be used as antiviral agents, anticancer agents and so on. In certain embodiments, the compounds of the invention can modulate immune-stimulatory pathways and non-TLR pathways. The invention also relates to design modified oligonucleotides for therapeutic applications, by excluding nucleotide segments having off-target effects from the modified oligonucleotides. In another aspect, the invention provides pharmaceutical compositions including one or more compounds of the invention. It is believed that the compounds and compositions as described herein have therapeutic utility against a variety of diseases, including viral diseases, autoimmune diseases (such as, allergy, asthma, and inflammatory disorders) and cancer.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2011Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Assignee: SPRING BANK PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.Inventors: Radhakrishnan P. Iyer, John E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 8434641Abstract: A system for storing a plurality of solid objects and dispensing the solid objects into a plurality of containers. The system comprises non-automated dispensing cells, physically actuated to dispense solid objects one at a time into one of the containers, and automated dispensing cells, electrically actuated to dispense solid objects from a holding tank simultaneously in bulk into one of the containers. The automated dispensing cells may independently dispense objects into the holding tank one at a time while a manipulator arm of the system simultaneously brings a container to one of the non-automated or automated dispensing cells. Then, when the manipulator arm brings a container to one of the automated dispensing cells, the solid objects may be dispensed into the container in bulk by simply opening a gate mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2008Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Shane P. Coughlin, Timothy A. Giebler, Lawrence Guerra
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Publication number: 20120290128Abstract: A system for storing a plurality of solid objects and dispensing the solid objects into a plurality of containers. The system comprises non-automated dispensing cells, physically actuated to dispense solid objects one at a time into one of the containers, and automated dispensing cells, electrically actuated to dispense solid objects from a holding tank simultaneously in bulk into one of the containers. The automated dispensing cells may independently dispense objects into the holding tank one at a time while a manipulator arm of the system simultaneously brings a container to one of the non-automated or automated dispensing cells. Then, when the manipulator arm brings a container to one of the automated dispensing cells, the solid objects may be dispensed into the container in bulk by simply opening a gate mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2012Publication date: November 15, 2012Applicant: SCRIPTPRO LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Shane P. Coughlin, Timothy A. Giebler, Lawrence Guerra
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Publication number: 20120053226Abstract: The invention relates to design of short oligonucleotides and analogs thereof (such as, di-, and trinucleotide compounds) useful for various therapeutic applications. It is believed that the compounds of the invention can be used as antiviral agents, anticancer agents and so on. In certain embodiments, the compounds of the invention can modulate immune-stimulatory pathways and non-TLR pathways. The invention also relates to design modified oligonucleotides for therapeutic applications, by excluding nucleotide segments having off-target effects from the modified oligonucleotides. In another aspect, the invention provides pharmaceutical compositions including one or more compounds of the invention. It is believed that the compounds and compositions as described herein have therapeutic utility against a variety of diseases, including viral diseases, autoimmune diseases (such as, allergy, asthma, and inflammatory disorders) and cancer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: Spring Bank Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Radhakrishnan P. Iyer, John E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 7987124Abstract: A method of and system for evaluating an appraisal value associated with a loan are disclosed. The method includes receiving an appraisal value and at least one of foreclosure sale data and purchase money transaction data associated with a loan in a computerized system. The method also includes estimating the accuracy of the appraisal value based the at least one of foreclosure sale data and purchase money transaction data. The system includes memory configured to store an appraisal value and at least one of foreclosure sale data and purchase money transaction data associated with the loan. The system also includes a processor coupled to the memory and operable to execute programmed instructions, wherein the programmed instructions are configured to estimate the accuracy of the appraisal value based on the at least one of foreclosure sale data and purchase money transaction data.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: July 26, 2011Assignee: Fannie MaeInventors: Steven J. Holden, Randall K. Price, Mark T. Simpson, Kagan E. Coughlin
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Publication number: 20110112241Abstract: The invention provides novel flame-retardant polymers and materials, their synthesis and use. More particularly, the flame-retardant polymers are deoxybenzoin-derived polymers.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2009Publication date: May 12, 2011Inventors: Todd Emrick, Bryan E. Coughlin, Thangamani Ranganathan, Michael Beaulieu, Richard Farris, Bon-Cheol Ku
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Publication number: 20090188935Abstract: A system for storing a plurality of solid objects and dispensing the solid objects into a plurality of containers. The system comprises non-automated dispensing cells, physically actuated to dispense solid objects one at a time into one of the containers, and automated dispensing cells, electrically actuated to dispense solid objects from a holding tank simultaneously in bulk into one of the containers. The automated dispensing cells may independently dispense objects into the holding tank one at a time while a manipulator arm of the system simultaneously brings a container to one of the non-automated or automated dispensing cells. Then, when the manipulator arm brings a container to one of the automated dispensing cells, the solid objects may be dispensed into the container in bulk by simply opening a gate mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2008Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: SCRIPTPRO LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Shane P. Coughlin, Timothy A. Giebler, Lawrence Guerra
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Patent number: 7461781Abstract: An identification tag (100) facilitates use of a secure computer system (300). The tag (100) is adapted to be worn on a user's wrist and includes an identification and registration circuit (102) that includes an identification component (106), an affiliation component (110), and a light-emitting diode (112). The computer system includes an RF identification tag registration device (302) operable to acquire user physical information and communicate the physical information to a computer (202), wherein the computer verifies that a valid user is wearing the tag (100). The identification and registration device (302) ensures that the physical information communicated to the computer pertains to the user wearing the tag by comparing pulse signals acquired from the user's hand and wrist as the device (302) is acquiring physical information.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2005Date of Patent: December 9, 2008Assignee: Scriptpro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Bernhard P. Knutsen, David E. Schloemer
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Publication number: 20080033144Abstract: Deoxybenzoin-phosphonate and other copolymer compounds, compositions and related methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventors: Todd Emrick, T. Ranganathan, E. Coughlin, Richard Farris, Joseph Zilberman
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Publication number: 20070142562Abstract: Chemically crosslinked polycyclooctene having excellent shape recovery properties and a method for its synthesis via ring-opening metathesis polymerization of cyclooctene using the dihydroimidazolylidene-modified Grubbs catalyst are disclosed. The polycyclooctene products, following curing with dicumyl peroxide can be shaped, the shape memorized, a new shape imparted with the original shape being recoverable by suitable temperature adjustment. The dependence of shape memory characteristics on degree of crosslinking was established. In addition to polycyclooctene, blends thereof with other materials such as SBR, EVA, polyurethane rubbers, and inorganic fillers can be utilized to provide chemically crosslinked products having excellent and tailored shape memory properties.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2007Publication date: June 21, 2007Inventors: Patrick Mather, Changdeng Liu, Seung Chun, E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 7230519Abstract: An identification tag (100) facilitates use of a secure computer system (300). The tag (100) is adapted to be worn on a user's wrist and includes an identification and registration circuit (102) that includes an identification component (106), an affiliation component (110), and a light-emitting diode (112). The computer system includes an RF identification tag registration device (302) operable to acquire user physical information and communicate the physical information to a computer (202), wherein the computer verifies that a valid user is wearing the tag (100). The identification and registration device (302) ensures that the physical information communicated to the computer pertains to the user wearing the tag by comparing pulse signals acquired from the user's hand and wrist as the device (302) is acquiring physical information.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2004Date of Patent: June 12, 2007Assignee: Scriptpro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Bernhard P. Knutsen, David E. Schloemer
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Publication number: 20060115448Abstract: Polynorbornene derivatives exhibiting antibacterial activity and low hemolytic activity are described herein. Antimicrobial compositions and pharmaceutical compositions comprising polynorbonene derivatives and methods of using the same are also described. Such compositions, which exhibit substantial antibacterial activity and low hemolytic activity, may be suitable for material applications and therapeutic uses.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2005Publication date: June 1, 2006Inventors: Gregory Tew, M. Ilker, E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 7048183Abstract: An identification tag (100) facilitates use of a secure computer system (300). The tag (100) is adapted to be worn on a user's wrist and includes an identification and registration circuit (102) that includes an identification component (106), an affiliation component (110), and a light-emitting diode (112). The computer system includes an RF identification tag registration device (302) operable to acquire user physical information and communicate the physical information to a computer (202), wherein the computer verifies that a valid user is wearing the tag (100). The identification and registration device (302) ensures that the physical information communicated to the computer pertains to the user wearing the tag by comparing pulse signals acquired from the user's hand and wrist as the device (302) is acquiring physical information.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2004Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Bernhard P. Knutsen, David E. Schloemer
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Patent number: 6910601Abstract: A collating unit (10) for use with a control center (12) cooperating with an automatic dispensing system (“ADS”) (14) for automatic storage of prescription containers dispensed from the ADS (14).Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2003Date of Patent: June 28, 2005Assignee: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Tracy I. Thomas, Michael E. Coughlin
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Patent number: 6905046Abstract: A vial gripping mechanism (10) includes a pivotally mounted swing arm (26). A sensor receiving array (44) is mounted to a sensor end (34) on an inward edge (46) of the arm (26). A channel (38) protecting a cable (64) follows an outside edge (42) from the receiving array (44) to a cam end (36). A torsion spring (28) forces the cam end (36) against a cam (30) which is fixedly mounted to the mechanism (10) adjacent the arm (26). By action of the mechanism (10), the arm (26) is moved relative to the cam (30) such that in a sensing position, the receiving array (44) is directly opposite a sensor transmitting array (74), and in a shielded position, the receiving array (44) is housed within a shield (32). The shield (32) is fixedly mounted to the mechanism (10) and protects the receiving array (44) while in transit.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2003Date of Patent: June 14, 2005Assignee: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Shane P. Coughlin, Michael E. Coughlin, Stacy Orr, Timothy Surgeon
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Patent number: 6883681Abstract: A storage and dispensing system (10) for storing and dispensing pre-packaged pharmaceutical products (12) and other products. The system includes a cabinet (14); a plurality of product conveyors (16) mounted within the cabinet and each configured for holding at least one product; an infeed conveyor (18) for receiving products that are to be stored in the cabinet; an outfeed conveyor (20) for receiving products that are to be dispensed from the cabinet; and a transporter (22) moveable within the cabinet for transporting products between the product conveyors and the infeed and outfeed conveyors for storing products in or dispensing products from the cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 1999Date of Patent: April 26, 2005Assignee: ScriptPro LLCInventors: Michael E. Coughlin, Arpita Banerjee, Lawrence E. Guerra, Keith W. Kudera, Ronald A. Leonard, Hamid Massali, David M. McDonald, Fred T. Steinbach, Tim Surgeon