Patents by Inventor James Thrower

James Thrower 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).

  • Patent number: 10524703
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, James R. Petisce, James Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • Publication number: 20140142405
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2014
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, James R. Petisce, James Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • Patent number: 8423130
    Abstract: A method is provided that includes providing a fundic impedance signal of a subject sensed during an initial calibration period using at least one implantable fundic sensor of an eating detection device. An indication is received of actual ingestion events of the subject during the initial calibration period. Using a cost function, an analysis is performed of the fundic impedance signal and the actual ingestion events. Responsively to the analysis, a threshold is set, the crossing of which by the fundic impedance signal is indicative of ingestion. The threshold is stored in a memory of the eating detection device. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: Metacure Limited
    Inventors: James Thrower, Paul Goode, Shai Policker, Anat Kliger
  • Publication number: 20090281449
    Abstract: A method is provided that includes providing a fundic impedance signal of a subject sensed during an initial calibration period using at least one implantable fundic sensor of an eating detection device. An indication is received of actual ingestion events of the subject during the initial calibration period. Using a cost function, an analysis is performed of the fundic impedance signal and the actual ingestion events. Responsively to the analysis, a threshold is set, the crossing of which by the fundic impedance signal is indicative of ingestion. The threshold is stored in a memory of the eating detection device. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventors: James Thrower, Paul Goode, Shai Policker, Anat Kliger
  • Publication number: 20070265515
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20070232879
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2007
    Publication date: October 4, 2007
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20060235285
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2006
    Publication date: October 19, 2006
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20060200970
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2006
    Publication date: September 14, 2006
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20060200020
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2006
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20060036139
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Publication date: February 16, 2006
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, Sean Saint, James Thrower, Thomas McGee, Daniel Codd, David Petersen, Daniel Kline
  • Publication number: 20060036142
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Publication date: February 16, 2006
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Petisce, James Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • Publication number: 20060020187
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Publication date: January 26, 2006
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, James Thrower, Daniel Kline, Daniel Codd, Sean Saint, Steve Masterson
  • Publication number: 20060020191
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Publication date: January 26, 2006
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul Neale, Sean Saint, James Petisce, James Thrower, Apurv Kamath, Daniel Kline, John Guerre, Daniel Codd, Thomas McGee, David Petersen
  • Publication number: 20050203360
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure Systems and methods for dynamically and intelligently estimating analyte data from a continuous analyte sensor, including receiving a data stream, selecting one of a plurality of algorithms, and employing the selected algorithm to estimate analyte values. Additional data processing includes evaluating the selected estimative algorithms, analyzing a variation of the estimated analyte values based on statistical, clinical, or physiological parameters, comparing the estimated analyte values with corresponding measure analyte values, and providing output to a user. Estimation can be used to compensate for time lag, match sensor data with corresponding reference data, warn of upcoming clinical risk, replace erroneous sensor data signals, and provide more timely analyte information encourage proactive behavior and preempt clinical risk.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2004
    Publication date: September 15, 2005
    Inventors: James Brauker, Victoria Carr-Brendel, Paul Goode, Apurv Kamath, James Thrower, Ben Xavier
  • Publication number: 20050043598
    Abstract: Systems and methods for minimizing or eliminating transient non-glucose related signal noise due to non-glucose rate limiting phenomenon such as ischemia, pH changes, temperatures changes, and the like. The system monitors a data stream from a glucose sensor and detects signal artifacts that have higher amplitude than electronic or diffusion-related system noise. The system replaces some or the entire data stream continually or intermittently including signal estimation methods that particularly address transient signal artifacts. The system is also capable of detecting the severity of the signal artifacts and selectively applying one or more signal estimation algorithm factors responsive to the severity of the signal artifacts, which includes selectively applying distinct sets of parameters to a signal estimation algorithm or selectively applying distinct signal estimation algorithms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2003
    Publication date: February 24, 2005
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Goode, James Brauker, Apurv Kamath, James Thrower, Victoria Carr-Brendel
  • Publication number: 20050027180
    Abstract: Systems and methods for processing sensor analyte data, including initiating calibration, updating calibration, evaluating clinical acceptability of reference and sensor analyte data, and evaluating the quality of sensor calibration. During initial calibration, the analyte sensor data is evaluated over a period of time to determine stability of the sensor. The sensor may be calibrated using a calibration set of one or more matched sensor and reference analyte data pairs. The calibration may be updated after evaluating the calibration set for best calibration based on inclusion criteria with newly received reference analyte data. Fail-safe mechanisms are provided based on clinical acceptability of reference and analyte data and quality of sensor calibration. Algorithms provide for optimized prospective and retrospective analysis of estimated blood analyte data from an analyte sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2003
    Publication date: February 3, 2005
    Inventors: Paul Goode, James Brauker, Apurv Kamath, James Thrower