Patents by Inventor Geir Hermod Almås

Geir Hermod Almås 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: 20230065525
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to compositions of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and methods of manufacture thereof. In certain aspects, the invention provides air-free compositions of HOCl. In other aspects, the invention provides methods of making HOCl that involve mixing together in water in an air-free environment, a compound that generates a proton (H+) in water and a compound that generates a hypochlorite anion (OCl?) in water to thereby produce air-free hypochlorous acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2022
    Publication date: March 2, 2023
    Inventors: Geir Hermod Almås, Adrian Bignami
  • Publication number: 20230047008
    Abstract: The invention provides a skin disinfectant for treating skin with eczema, preventing bacterial proliferation, and removing biofilm. Compositions of the invention include hypochlorous acid, acetic acid, water, and one or more additives or excipients. The formulation process removes metal ions, reduces ionic strength, controls pH, and reduces exposure to air, thus improving stability and lengthening shelf-life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2022
    Publication date: February 16, 2023
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20230050822
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including biofilms related to wounds or other skin trauma. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different tissue types and infection levels. Compositions may be provided in gel form, and may include nanoparticle encapsulated molecules for controlled release.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2022
    Publication date: February 16, 2023
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220400682
    Abstract: The invention provides biocidal compositions comprising aqueous solutions of hypochlorite buffered with an organic acid and a base and in which chlorate, as a percentage of all active species of chlorine present, is less than a threshold value such as 5.4% for at least six months after the composition is made.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2022
    Publication date: December 22, 2022
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220387484
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including biofilms related to wounds or other skin trauma. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different tissue types and infection levels. Compositions may be provided in gel form, and may include nanoparticle encapsulated molecules for controlled release.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2022
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220378819
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including treating and regulating the aerodigestive tract. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different types of infections. Compositions may be provided in droplet, aerosol, gel, or powder form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2022
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11492256
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to compositions of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) and methods of manufacture thereof. In certain aspects, the invention provides air-free compositions of HOCl. In other aspects, the invention provides methods of making HOCl that involve mixing together in water in an air-free environment, a compound that generates a proton (H+) in water and a compound that generates a hypochlorite anion (OCl?) in water to thereby produce air-free hypochlorous acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventors: Geir Hermod Almås, Adrian Bignami
  • Patent number: 11484549
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including biofilms related to wounds or other skin trauma. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided for treating biofilms without inducing antimicrobial resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11485638
    Abstract: The invention provides a skin disinfectant for treating skin with eczema, preventing bacterial proliferation, and removing biofilm. Compositions of the invention include hypochlorous acid, acetic acid, water, and one or more additives or excipients. The formulation process removes metal ions, reduces ionic strength, controls pH, and reduces exposure to air, thus improving stability and lengthening shelf-life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11478507
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including biofilms related to wounds or other skin trauma. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different tissue types and infection levels. Compositions may be provided in gel form, and may include nanoparticle encapsulated molecules for controlled release.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220323488
    Abstract: Provided are anti-microbial compositions that include an aqueous solution of hypochlorous acid encapsulated in a nanoparticle that allows for controlled release of hypochlorous acid. Also provided are methods of making and using such compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2022
    Publication date: October 13, 2022
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11452741
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating transient biofilms in or on tissue without harming the natural flora of the tissue. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue. Compositions are useful for treating and preventing orally-associated biofilm. Compositions may be provided in mouthwash form, spray form, gel form, cream form, dentifrice form, and may include nanoparticle encapsulated molecules for controlled release.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11364262
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including biofilms related to wounds or other skin trauma. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different tissue types and infection levels. Compositions may be provided in gel form, and may include nanoparticle encapsulated molecules for controlled release.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WATER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11364263
    Abstract: Disinfecting compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid are useful for treating biofilms in or on tissue, including treating and regulating the aerodigestive tract. The compositions are useful for treating a variety of types of tissue, both on the surface on beneath the surface of tissue. Compositions are provided having various concentrations for different types of infections. Compositions may be provided in droplet, aerosol, gel, or powder form.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WAFER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Patent number: 11357794
    Abstract: Provided are anti-microbial compositions that include an aqueous solution of hypochlorous acid encapsulated in a nanoparticle that allows for controlled release of hypochlorous acid. Also provided are methods of making and using such compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: WIAB WAFER INNOVATION AB
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220110968
    Abstract: The present invention provides stable antimicrobial and disinfectant compositions comprising use of a solid precursor of an oxidized state of chlorine. The invention also provides on-demand storage and mixing vessels and methods for preparing and delivering on demand formulations. In addition, the invention provides antiviral, antibiotic and general antimicrobial uses, in vivo, on surfaces and via spray applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2021
    Publication date: April 14, 2022
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20220008456
    Abstract: The present invention provides stable antimicrobial and disinfectant compositions comprising use of a solid precursor of an oxidized state of chlorine. The invention also provides on-demand storage and mixing vessels and methods for preparing and delivering on demand formulations. In addition, the invention provides antiviral, antibiotic and general antimicrobial uses, in vivo, on surfaces and via spray applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2021
    Publication date: January 13, 2022
    Inventors: Geir Hermod Almås, Pål Rongved, Thomas Bjarnsholt
  • Publication number: 20210371279
    Abstract: The invention provides a skin disinfectant for treating skin with eczema, preventing bacterial proliferation, and removing biofilm. Compositions of the invention include hypochlorous acid, acetic acid, water, and one or more additives or excipients. The formulation process removes metal ions, reduces ionic strength, controls pH, and reduces exposure to air, thus improving stability and lengthening shelf-life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2021
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Inventor: Geir Hermod Almås
  • Publication number: 20210352905
    Abstract: The present invention provides new storable and stable disinfectant compositions comprising use of a solid precursor of an oxidized state of chlorine. The component in the device is devoid of stability issues, since the solid precursors are instantly to be dissolved in a pharmaceutically-acceptable diluent, adjuvant, or carrier, and combined with an activator (e.g. acetic acid or its salts), optionally combined with a viscosity enhancer, optionally combined with a dye. The main product is generated by breaking or opening seals, barriers or ports between an optional number of compartments in a multi-compartment device to mix the contents in the compartments, followed by gently squeezing or shaking the device to generate the disinfectant solution, wherein the resulting solutions can be taken out through a cap, port or opening on the multi-compartment device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Geir Hermod Almås, Pål Rongved, Thomas Bjarnsholt
  • Publication number: 20210346854
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to a mixing device. In certain embodiments, devices of the invention include a fluidic inlet, a fluidic outlet, and a chamber, the chamber being configured to produce a plurality of fluidic vortexes within the chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2021
    Publication date: November 11, 2021
    Inventors: Geir Hermod Almås, Bengt Olle Hinderson