Patents by Inventor Edward Gunzel

Edward Gunzel 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).

  • Patent number: 11938294
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to implantable encapsulation devices for housing a biological moiety or a therapeutic device that contains a biological moiety. Particularly, aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an implantable apparatus that includes a distal end, a proximal end, a manifold including at least one access port positioned either at the distal end or the proximal end, and a plurality of containment tubes affixed to the manifold and in fluid communication with the at least one access port. Additionally, the encapsulation device may contain a flush port and a tube that are fluidly connected to the manifold. The containment tubes may contain therein a biological moiety (e.g., cells) or a therapeutic device (e.g. a cell encapsulation member).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward H. Cully, Edward Gunzel, Keith Knisley, Greg Rusch, Lauren Zambotti
  • Publication number: 20230241530
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to affinity chromatography devices that include a fibrillated heat treated polymer membrane that contains therein inorganic particles that separate a targeted molecule from an aqueous mixture containing the targeted molecule. The targeted molecule includes proteins, antibodies, viral vectors, nucleic acids, and combinations thereof. The inorganic particles may be spherical or irregular in shape. A blend or combination of various sizes and/or shapes of inorganic particles may be utilized. An affinity ligand may be bonded to the inorganic particles and/or to the fibrillated polymer membrane. The affinity chromatography device may be repeatedly used and may be cleaned between uses. In some embodiments, the affinity chromatography devices separate nucleic acids (e.g., mRNA) and viral vectors (e.g., adeno-associated virus) from the aqueous mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2022
    Publication date: August 3, 2023
    Inventors: Jared Clinger, EuiJun Kim, Kevin Mabe, Michael McManaway, Eric Van Voorhees, Jeffrey Cassel, Edward Gunzel
  • Publication number: 20230241529
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to affinity chromatography devices that include a fibrillated polymer membrane that contains therein inorganic particles that separate a targeted molecule from an aqueous mixture containing the targeted molecule. The targeted molecule includes proteins, antibodies, viral vectors, nucleic acids, and combinations thereof. The inorganic particles may be spherical or irregular in shape. A blend or combination of various sizes and/or shapes of inorganic particles may be utilized. An affinity ligand may be bonded to the inorganic particles and/or to the fibrillated polymer membrane. The affinity chromatography device may be repeatedly used and may be cleaned between uses. In some embodiments, the affinity chromatography devices separate nucleic acids (e.g., mRNA) and viral vectors (e.g., adeno-associated virus) from the aqueous mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2022
    Publication date: August 3, 2023
    Inventors: Jared Clinger, EuiJun Kim, Kevin Mabe, Michael McManaway, Eric Van Voorhees, Jeffrey Cassel, Edward Gunzel
  • Publication number: 20220233299
    Abstract: Cell encapsulation devices for biological entities and/or cell populations that contain at least one biocompatible membrane composite are provided. The cell encapsulation devices mitigate or tailor the foreign body response from a host such that sufficient blood vessels are able to form at a cell impermeable surface. Additionally, the encapsulation devices have an oxygen diffusion distance that is sufficient for the survival of the encapsulated cells so that the cells are able to secrete a therapeutically useful substance. The biocompatible membrane composite is formed of a cell impermeable layer and a mitigation layer. The cell encapsulation device maintains an optimal oxygen diffusion distance through the design of the cell encapsulation device or through the use of lumen control mechanisms. Lumen control mechanisms include a reinforcing component that is also a nutrient impermeable layer, internal structural pillars, internal tensioning member(s), and/or an internal cell displacing core.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2020
    Publication date: July 28, 2022
    Inventors: Timothy M. Bruhn, Kevin D'Amour, Christopher Folk, Edward Gunzel, Evert Kroon, Laura Martinson, Craig McGreevy, Scott Ritrovato, Greg Rusch, Michael Scott, Lauren R. Zambotti, Qiang (John) Zhang, Joseph Kakkassery
  • Publication number: 20220233298
    Abstract: A biocompatible membrane composite that can provide an environment that is able to mitigate or tailor the foreign body response is provided. The membrane composite contains a mitigation layer and a vascularization layer. A reinforcing component may optionally be included to provide support to and prevent distortion of the biocompatible membrane composite in vivo. The mitigation layer may be bonded (e.g., point bonded or welded) or adhered (intimately or discretely) to an implantable device and/or cell system. The biocompatible membrane composite may be used as a surface layer for implantable devices or cell systems that require vascularization for function but need protection from the host's immune response, such as the formation of foreign body giant cells. The biocompatible membrane composite may partially or fully cover the exterior of an implantable device or cell system. The mitigation layer is positioned between the implantable device or bioactive scaffold and the vascularization layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2020
    Publication date: July 28, 2022
    Inventors: Bahman Aghdasi, Timothy M. Bruhn, Kevin D'Amour, Edward Gunzel, Laura Martinson, Scott A. Ritrovato, Greg Rusch, Michael Scott, Lauren R. Zambotti, Qiang (John) Zhang, Christopher Folk, Craig McGreevy, Joseph Kakkassery
  • Publication number: 20220126076
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to implantable encapsulation devices for housing a biological moiety or a therapeutic device that contains a biological moiety. Particularly, aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an implantable apparatus that includes a distal end, a proximal end, a manifold including at least one access port positioned either at the distal end or the proximal end, and a plurality of containment tubes affixed to the manifold and in fluid communication with the at least one access port. Additionally, the encapsulation device may contain a flush port and a tube that are fluidly connected to the manifold. The containment tubes may contain therein a biological moiety (e.g., cells) or a therapeutic device (e.g. a cell encapsulation member).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2022
    Publication date: April 28, 2022
    Inventors: Edward H. Cully, Edward Gunzel, Keith Knisley, Greg Rusch, Lauren Zambotti
  • Patent number: 11278471
    Abstract: A storage bag configured to contain or that contains at least one therapeutic compound such as a viral vector and non-viral vector is provided. In one embodiment, the storage bag contains a viral vector and/or a non-viral vector containing genetic material. The storage bag has two edges and two ends including a first face and a second face integrally joined at the two edges of the bag and defining an inner surface and an outer surface forming the bag; the inner surface including a higher melting polymer, and the outer surface including a lower melting polymer; a joint at one of the ends; a discrete composite sheet having a first side including a higher melting polymer and a second side including a lower melting polymer folded over the joint with the first side including a lower melting polymer engaging the joint to form a lap seam over the joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Bret A. Snyder, Basak Irem Nase, John E. Bacino, William Shamrock, Edward Gunzel
  • Publication number: 20210268245
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to implantable encapsulation devices for housing a biological moiety or a therapeutic device that contains a biological moiety. Particularly, aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an implantable apparatus that includes a distal end, a proximal end, a manifold including at least one access port positioned either at the distal end or the proximal end, and a plurality of containment tubes affixed to the manifold and in fluid communication with the at least one access port. Additionally, the encapsulation device may contain a flush port and a tube that are fluidly connected to the manifold. The containment tubes may contain therein a biological moiety (e.g., cells) or a therapeutic device (e.g. a cell encapsulation member).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2021
    Publication date: September 2, 2021
    Inventors: Edward H. Cully, Edward Gunzel, Keith Knisley, Greg Rusch, Lauren Zambotti
  • Patent number: 11052230
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to implantable encapsulation devices for housing a biological moiety or a therapeutic device that contains a biological moiety. Particularly, aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an implantable apparatus that includes a distal end, a proximal end, a manifold including at least one access port positioned either at the distal end or the proximal end, and a plurality of containment tubes affixed to the manifold and in fluid communication with the at least one access port. Additionally, the encapsulation device may contain a flush port and a tube that are fluidly connected to the manifold. The containment tubes may contain therein a biological moiety (e.g., cells) or a therapeutic device (e.g. a cell encapsulation member).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2021
    Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward H. Cully, Edward Gunzel, Keith Knisley, Greg Rusch, Lauren Zambotti
  • Publication number: 20200113780
    Abstract: A storage bag configured to contain or that contains at least one therapeutic compound such as a viral vector and non-viral vector is provided. In one embodiment, the storage bag contains a viral vector and/or a non-viral vector containing genetic material. The storage bag has two edges and two ends including a first face and a second face integrally joined at the two edges of the bag and defining an inner surface and an outer surface forming the bag; the inner surface including a higher melting polymer, and the outer surface including a lower melting polymer; a joint at one of the ends; a discrete composite sheet having a first side including a higher melting polymer and a second side including a lower melting polymer folded over the joint with the first side including a lower melting polymer engaging the joint to form a lap seam over the joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2019
    Publication date: April 16, 2020
    Inventors: Bret A. Snyder, Basak lrem Nase, John E. Bacino, William Shamrock, Edward Gunzel
  • Publication number: 20180126134
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to implantable encapsulation devices for housing a biological moiety or a therapeutic device that contains a biological moiety. Particularly, aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an implantable apparatus that includes a distal end, a proximal end, a manifold including at least one access port positioned either at the distal end or the proximal end, and a plurality of containment tubes affixed to the manifold and in fluid communication with the at least one access port. Additionally, the encapsulation device may contain a flush port and a tube that are fluidly connected to the manifold. The containment tubes may contain therein a biological moiety (e.g., cells) or a therapeutic device (e.g. a cell encapsulation member).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2017
    Publication date: May 10, 2018
    Inventors: Edward H. Cully, Edward Gunzel, Keith Knisley, Greg Rusch, Lauren Zambotti
  • Patent number: 9782947
    Abstract: Laminates suitable for constructing waterproof and breathable articles such as protective clothing which are both comfortable and exhibit enhanced resistance to fire are described. Particularly, flame resistant laminate constructions are described comprising a meltable textile as the outermost layer laminated to an intermediate protective layer comprising a waterproof film laminated to an innermost fabric layer comprising a thermally stable textile. Laminate constructions of the present invention exhibit breathability on the order of at least 1000 MVTR, a water entry pressure of at least 0.5 psi and have a horizontal flame break open time of at least 10 seconds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2017
    Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward Gunzel, Dattatreya R. Panse
  • Publication number: 20110076494
    Abstract: Laminates suitable for constructing waterproof and breathable articles such as protective clothing which are both comfortable and exhibit enhanced resistance to fire are described. Particularly, flame resistant laminate constructions are described comprising a meltable textile as the outermost layer laminated to an intermediate protective layer comprising a waterproof film laminated to an innermost fabric layer comprising a thermally stable textile. Laminate constructions of the present invention exhibit breathability on the order of at least 1000 MVTR, a water entry pressure of at least 0.5 psi and have a horizontal flame break open time of at least 10 seconds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2007
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventors: Edward Gunzel, Dattatreya R. Panse
  • Publication number: 20070119539
    Abstract: A fabric body or textile comprising a cable or interconnect capable of transmitting data or power is secured to the fabric body or textile surface by a tape. Methods for securing the cable or interconnect system include, for example, garment taping processes. Fabric bodies having the taped cable or interconnect are highly flexible, wash durable and unobtrusive to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2007
    Publication date: May 31, 2007
    Inventors: Edward Gunzel, Christopher Brennan, Michael Dunham, Andrea Biro
  • Publication number: 20050095406
    Abstract: A fabric body or textile comprising a cable or interconnect capable of transmitting data or power is secured to the fabric body or textile surface by a tape. Methods for securing the cable or interconnect system include, for example, garment taping processes. Fabric bodies having the taped cable or interconnect are highly flexible, wash durable and unobtrusive to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2003
    Publication date: May 5, 2005
    Inventors: Edward Gunzel, Christopher Brennan, Michael Dunham, Andrea Biro