Patents by Inventor Erika E. Johnston

Erika E. Johnston 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).

  • Aziridine compounds and their use in medical devices
    Patent number: 7387836
    Abstract: There are disclosed novel uses of aziridine compounds. The aziridine compounds can be formed into films by plasma deposition on a wide variety of substrates. The films prevent biofouling, impart biocompatible or antithrombotic properties, and can immobilize therapeutic and pharmaceutical agents to provide a drug delivery system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Assignee: Genzyme Corporation
    Inventors: Diego A. Gianolio, Erika E. Johnston, Robert J. Miller