Patents by Inventor Edward M. Johnson

Edward M. Johnson 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).

  • Publication number: 20240103301
    Abstract: A head-mounted display may include a display system and an optical system in a housing. The display system may have displays that produce images. Positioners may be used to move the displays relative to the eye positions of a user's eyes. An adjustable optical system may include tunable lenses such as tunable cylindrical liquid crystal lenses. The displays may be viewed through the lenses when the user's eyes are at the eye positions. A sensor may be incorporated into the head-mounted display to measure refractive errors in the user's eyes. The sensor may include waveguides and volume holograms, and a camera for gathering light that has reflected from the retinas of the user's eyes. Viewing comfort may be enhanced by adjusting display positions relative to the eye positions and/or by adjusting lens settings based on the content being presented on the display and/or measured refractive errors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2023
    Publication date: March 28, 2024
    Inventors: Victoria C. Chan, Christina G. Gambacorta, Graham B. Myhre, Hyungryul Choi, Nan Zhu, Phil M. Hobson, William W. Sprague, Edward A. Valko, Qiong Huang, Branko Petljanski, Paul V. Johnson, Brandon E. Clarke, Elijah H. Kleeman
  • Patent number: 11933221
    Abstract: A gas turbine engine including a core having a compressor section fluidly connected to a combustor via a primary flowpath and a turbine section connected to the combustor via the core flow path. An assembly is disposed within the gas turbine engine and includes a first part connected to a second part via a radial stack joint. The first part includes a radially inward facing surface contacting a corresponding radially outward facing surface of the second part. A fastener protrudes through the first part and the second part and is configured to maintain the relative positions of the first part and the second part. A channel is disposed on at least one of the radially inward facing surfaces and is positioned between the fastener and a circumferential edge of the first part. The channel is connected to at least one cooling air source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: RTX Corporation
    Inventors: Corey D. Anderson, Edward Boucher, Rebecca R. Dunnigan, Nicholas Broulidakis, Matthew Murakami, Daniel R. Brandt, Konrad Kuc, Victoria M. Imlach, Sushruth G. Kamath, Manuel A. Casares Rivas, Eric G. Leamon, Adam Castles, Edmond Cheung, Kyra A. Thole-Wilson, Javier Nebero Johnson
  • Publication number: 20230017753
    Abstract: A simple hand held label degrading device and method employs a molded polymer ring (collar) having a plurality of molded hardened pointed teeth on the internal circumference projecting radially inward for degrading the label of a prescription bottle or the like inserted therein. A longitudinal slot in the collar allows it to be fitted over a bottle such that simple hand squeezing of the collar compresses the collar around the bottle and engages the pointed teeth against the label. Simple hand twisting of the collar around the bottle in a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation cuts through the plastic composite or paper label and shreds the label rendering sensitive information illegible thus protecting personal health information. The bottles can then be thrown away or recycled without fear of medical identity theft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2022
    Publication date: January 19, 2023
    Applicant: ScrapeItRx LLC
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, David L. Harvey, James M. Valentine
  • Patent number: 11478829
    Abstract: A simple hand held label degrading device and method employs a molded polymer ring (collar) having a plurality of molded hardened pointed teeth on the internal circumference projecting radially inward for degrading the label of a prescription bottle or the like inserted therein. A longitudinal slot in the collar allows it to be fitted over a bottle such that simple hand squeezing of the collar compresses the collar around the bottle and engages the pointed teeth against the label. Simple hand twisting of the collar around the bottle in a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation cuts through the plastic composite or paper label and shreds the label rendering sensitive information illegible thus protecting personal health information. The bottles can then be thrown away or recycled without fear of medical identity theft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: ScrapeItRx LLC
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, David L. Harvey, James M. Valentine
  • Publication number: 20190009311
    Abstract: A simple hand held label degrading device and method employs a molded polymer ring (collar) having a plurality of molded hardened pointed teeth on the internal circumference projecting radially inward for degrading the label of a prescription bottle or the like inserted therein. A longitudinal slot in the collar allows it to be fitted over a bottle such that simple hand squeezing of the collar compresses the collar around the bottle and engages the pointed teeth against the label. Simple hand twisting of the collar around the bottle in a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation cuts through the plastic composite or paper label and shreds the label rendering sensitive information illegible thus protecting personal health information. The bottles can then be thrown away or recycled without fear of medical identity theft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2018
    Publication date: January 10, 2019
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, David L. Harvey, James M. Valentine
  • Patent number: 9896489
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel synthetic peptides (including the TZIP peptide) as oncogenic and genetic modulators, including genetics of viruses, as well as methods of making and using the same. These peptides are useful for inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells characterized as having amplified c-MYC genes. The invention provides methods for the therapeutic uses of the peptides in the treatment of various cancers including small cell lung carcinoma, prostate cancer, lymphoma, brain tumors, colon cancer, bladder cancer, AML, malignant melanoma, mesothelioma, and cancers of head and neck. The peptides are also useful in the treatment of and prevention of transmission of HIV and treatment of expanded nucleotide repeat diseases, including certain currently untreatable and debilitating diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2018
    Assignee: Eastern Virginia Medical School
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Dianne C. Daniel
  • Publication number: 20160052979
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel synthetic peptides (including the TZIP peptide) as oncogenic and genetic modulators, including genetics of viruses, as well as methods of making and using the same. These peptides are useful for inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells characterized as having amplified c-MYC genes. The invention provides methods for the therapeutic uses of the peptides in the treatment of various cancers including small cell lung carcinoma, prostate cancer, lymphoma, brain tumors, colon cancer, bladder cancer, AML, malignant melanoma, mesothelioma, and cancers of head and neck. The peptides are also useful in the treatment of and prevention of transmission of HIV and treatment of expanded nucleotide repeat diseases, including certain currently untreatable and debilitating diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2013
    Publication date: February 25, 2016
    Inventors: Edward M. JOHNSON, Dianne C. DANIEL
  • Publication number: 20150175559
    Abstract: The present invention discloses cysteine prodrugs having the general formula: cystine dimmers of the cysteine prodrugs having the general formula: protected cysteine analogs having the general formula: and dimmers of the protected cysteine analogs having the general formula: The invention further encompasses pharmaceutical compositions containing the disclosed prodrugs, dimmers, analogs, and methods of using such compounds for treatment of schizophrenia and drug addiction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2015
    Publication date: June 25, 2015
    Applicants: Marquette University, UWM Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: James M. Cook, David A. Baker, Wenyuan Yin, Edward M. Johnson, II
  • Publication number: 20140121202
    Abstract: S-t-butyl protected cysteine di-peptide analogs and related compounds and methods of using these compounds for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions, including but not limited to diseases and/or conditions of Central Nervous System (CNS).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2014
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: Promentis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Daniel G. Lawton
  • Patent number: 8624052
    Abstract: S-t-butyl protected cysteine di-peptide analogs and related compounds and methods of using these compounds for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions, including but not limited to diseases and/or conditions of Central Nervous System (CNS).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: Promentis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Daniel G. Lawton
  • Publication number: 20120122793
    Abstract: S-protected cysteine analogs and related compounds and methods of using these compounds for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions, including but not limited to diseases and/or conditions of Central Nervous System (CNS).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2011
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: PROMENTIS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Daniel G. Lawton
  • Publication number: 20120122792
    Abstract: S-t-butyl protected cysteine di-peptide analogs and related compounds and methods of using these compounds for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions, including but not limited to diseases and/or conditions of Central Nervous System (CNS).
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2011
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: PROMENTIS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, II, Daniel G. Lawton
  • Publication number: 20030035013
    Abstract: A system for permitting an end user to place his or her picture into the cursor of a computer game. In one embodiment the system comprises an online system for personalizing a game comprising: a means for inputting a desired picture or representation to be used with the game; interface means for providing the end user with the ability to format the picture; a means for applying and controlling the picture on the cursor such that the picture moves with the cursor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2002
    Publication date: February 20, 2003
    Inventor: Edward M. Johnson
  • Patent number: 5869622
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the PUR protein, nucleotide sequences and expression vectors encoding PUR, and to methods for inhibiting PUR activity. More specifically, the invention relates to polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies that bind PUR or PUR related proteins. Antibodies that bind PUR protein and which neutralize. PUR activity may be used to treat hyperproliferative diseases such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1999
    Assignee: Mount Sinai School of Medicine of the City University of New York
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Andrew D. Bergemann
  • Patent number: 5772279
    Abstract: A system for coupling an infant carrier to a second support device in which the infant carrier has coupling members extending from the side of the carrier, the coupling members forming mounting pockets. The support device, such as an infant car seat base or stroller, employs coupling posts adapted to be received within the carrier mounting pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Edward M. Johnson, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5756684
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the PUR protein, nucleotide sequences and expression vectors encoding PUR, and to methods for inhibiting PUR activity. Inhibitors of PUR activity may be used to treat hyperproliferative diseases such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1998
    Assignee: Mount Sinai School of Medicine of the City of New York
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Andrew D. Bergemann
  • Patent number: 5672479
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the PUR protein, nucleotide sequences and expression vectors encoding PUR, and to methods for inhibiting PUR activity. Inhibitors of PUR activity may be used to treat hyperproliferative diseases such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 30, 1997
    Assignee: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Andrew D. Bergemann
  • Patent number: 5651581
    Abstract: Apparatus for holding and carrying an infant in which a U-shaped handle is attached to a carrier and a second hand grip member is attached to the handle and lies in a substantially vertical plane which extends through the longitudinal axis of the carrier. The second hand grip member normally pivots about the U-shaped handle; however, if desired, it can be locked in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1997
    Assignee: Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter J. Myers, Edward M. Johnson, Jr.
  • Patent number: 5545551
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the PUR protein, nucleotide sequences and expression vectors encoding PUR, and to methods for inhibiting PUR activity. Inhibitors of PUR activity may be used to treat hyperproliferative diseases such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 13, 1996
    Assignee: Mt. Sinai School of Medicine of the City University of New York
    Inventors: Edward M. Johnson, Andrew D. Bergmann
  • Patent number: D361935
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: September 5, 1995
    Assignee: Net Pack Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Edward M. Johnson