Patents by Inventor Ekaterini Tsardaka

Ekaterini Tsardaka 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: 20070031463
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed toward devices for emitting a volatile substance, and associated methods of producing such devices. In one embodiment, the delivery device for a volatile substance includes an active layer that is created from a dried polymer solution that contains the volatile substance. A release liner is in direct contact with the active layer, and covers a side of the active layer. The polymer solution may include thickeners, plasticizers, dyes, and preservatives. The devices may deliver volatile substances such as fragrances, masking odors, or therapeutic agents. Some embodiments of the invention are directed toward a patch by positioning a barrier layer on the active layer; the barrier layer may adhere to a surface, and isolate the surface from the active layer. Other embodiments are directed toward controlling the rate of delivery of the volatile agents from patches and other volatile delivery devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2004
    Publication date: February 8, 2007
    Inventors: Spiros Fotinos, Ligia Panaitescu, Ekaterini Tsardaka, David O'Halloran
  • Patent number: 7083781
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for delivering active agents to the skin of a subject, including a polymer, an active ingredient and a solvent are disclosed, the compositions being capable of delivery by rolling, spreading, aerosol or in droplets and of forming a film in contact with the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2006
    Assignee: Lavipharm S.A.
    Inventors: Spiros Fotinos, Ekaterini Tsardaka, George Koborozos
  • Publication number: 20030224053
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for delivering active agents to the skin of a subject, including a polymer, an active ingredient and a solvent are disclosed, the compositions being capable of delivery by rolling, spreading, aerosol or in droplets and of forming a film in contact with the skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2003
    Publication date: December 4, 2003
    Inventors: Spiros Fotinos, Ekaterini Tsardaka, George Koborozos