Patents by Inventor Hordur Kristinsson

Hordur Kristinsson 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).

  • High efficiency protein extraction
    Patent number: 7556835
    Abstract: The invention relates to a process for isolating edible protein from animal muscle by solubilizing the protein in an alkaline aqueous solution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2009
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Herbert O. Hultin, Stephen D. Kelleher, Yuming Feng, Mark P. Richards, Hordur Kristinsson, Ingrid Undeland, Shuming Ke
  • Novel Low Allergenic Food Bar
    Publication number: 20080085343
    Abstract: The subject invention provides novel low allergenic nutrient compositions. Advantageously, the low allergenic food products of the subject invention can be used as a replacement for a snack or meal in cases of hunger or fatigue for individuals diagnosed with a food allergy or degenerative or autoimmune disease, or for use as an ergogenic aid for persons participating in sports or other forms of exercise.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Publication date: April 10, 2008
    Inventors: Holly Petty, Sean McCoy, Hordur Kristinsson
  • Novel high protein tortillas
    Publication number: 20050013917
    Abstract: The subject invention provides novel protein-rich tortillas. In a specific embodiment, the subject invention provides flat, thin tortillas that comprise chicken protein. Other meats can also be used to provide the protein component. Advantageously, the tortillas of the subject invention can be used as a replacement for traditional flour or corn tortillas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2004
    Publication date: January 20, 2005
    Inventors: Lauren O'Kelley, Meghan Meller, Michael Madden, Hordur Kristinsson
  • High efficiency protein extraction
    Publication number: 20040067551
    Abstract: The invention relates to a process for isolating edible protein from animal muscle by solubilizing the protein in an alkaline aqueous solution.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2003
    Publication date: April 8, 2004
    Inventors: Herbert O. Hultin, Stephen D. Kelleher, Yuming Feng, Herbert O. Hultin, Mark P. Richards, Hordur Kristinsson, Ingrid Undeiuland