Patents by Inventor John Picuri

John Picuri 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: 10697009
    Abstract: Provided herein is technology relating to sequencing nucleic acids, but not exclusively, to compositions, methods, systems, and kits related to nucleotides comprising an electrochemically detectable moiety and one or more photolabile synthesis-inhibiting moieties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES INC.
    Inventors: Mark A. Hayden, Jeffrey Huff, Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Publication number: 20190367976
    Abstract: Provided herein is technology relating to sequencing nucleic acids, but not exclusively, to compositions, methods, systems, and kits related to nucleotides comprising an electrochemically detectable moiety and one or more photolabile synthesis-inhibiting moieties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Mark A. Hayden, Jeffrey Huff, Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 10428379
    Abstract: Provided herein is technology relating to sequencing nucleic acids, but not exclusively, to compositions, methods, systems, and kits related to nucleotides comprising an electrochemically detectable moiety and one or more photolabile synthesis-inhibiting moieties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark A. Hayden, Jeffrey Huff, Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 10011866
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for nucleic acid ligation. In particular, the present disclosure provides oligonucleotide adaptors for use in nucleic acid ligation reactions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2018
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri, Stanley T. Motley, Curtis Phillipson
  • Patent number: 9914965
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for rapidly amplifying target nucleic acid (e.g., using whole genome amplification) that allows small amounts of starting nucleic acid to be employed. In certain embodiments, the methods employ compositions that comprise: phi29 polymerase, exo? Klenow polymerase and/or Klenow polymerase, dNTPs, primers, and a buffering agent. In some embodiments, the target nucleic acid is amplified at a rate that would result in at least 1000-fold amplification in thirty minutes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2018
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, Stanley Motley, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 9890408
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods kits and systems for performing multiple displacement amplification reactions. In one method a sample of nucleic acid is provided. The nucleic acid is contacted with a reaction mixture which includes a set of oligonucleotide primers, a one or more polymerase enzymes and a detergent. The reaction mixture is then subjected to conditions under which the nucleic acid sequence is amplified to produce an amplified product in a multiple displacement reaction. The method may also be carried out by contacting the nucleic acid with the reaction mixture in the form of an emulsion. A kit is also provided for carrying out either the methods described above. The kit includes one or more polymerases, a plurality of primers and a detergent. The kit may also include a hydrophobic polymer and may include instructions for performing a multiple displacement amplification reaction on a nucleic acid sample.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2018
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri, Curtis Phillipson
  • Patent number: 9873119
    Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for performing complex chemical, physical and biological assays. In particular, provided herein are systems and methods for performing microfluidic assays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Publication number: 20170266659
    Abstract: The present invention provides integrated sample preparation systems and stabilized enzyme mixtures. In particular, the present invention provides microfluidic cards configured for processing a sample and generating DNA libraries that are suitable for use in sequencing methods (e.g., next generation sequencing methods) or other suitable nucleic acid analysis methods. The present invention also provides stabilized enzyme mixtures containing an enzyme (e.g., an enzyme used in whole genome amplification), BSA, and a sugar. Such enzyme mixtures may be lyophilized and stored at room temperature without significant loss of enzyme activity for months.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2017
    Publication date: September 21, 2017
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 9737887
    Abstract: The present invention provides integrated sample preparation systems and stabilized enzyme mixtures. In particular, the present invention provides microfluidic cards configured for processing a sample and generating DNA libraries that are suitable for use in sequencing methods (e.g., next generation sequencing methods) or other suitable nucleic acid analysis methods. The present invention also provides stabilized enzyme mixtures containing an enzyme (e.g., an enzyme used in whole genome amplification), BSA, and a sugar. Such enzyme mixtures may be lyophilized and stored at room temperature without significant loss of enzyme activity for months.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Publication number: 20170145493
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for nucleic acid ligation. In particular, the present disclosure provides oligonucleotide adaptors for use in nucleic acid ligation reactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2016
    Publication date: May 25, 2017
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri, Stanley T. Motley, Curtis Phillipson
  • Publication number: 20170067089
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for rapidly amplifying target nucleic acid (e.g., using whole genome amplification) that allows small amounts of starting nucleic acid to be employed. In certain embodiments, the methods employ compositions that comprise: phi29 polymerase, exo-Klenow polymerase and/or Klenow polymerase, dNTPs, primers, and a buffering agent. In some embodiments, the target nucleic acid is amplified at a rate that would result in at least 1000-fold amplification in thirty minutes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2016
    Publication date: March 9, 2017
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, Stanley Motley, John Picuri
  • Publication number: 20170051336
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods, kits, and compositions for producing single-stranded circular DNA by PCR. In particular, hairpin primers are provided, and methods of use thereof to produce single-stranded circular DNA molecules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2016
    Publication date: February 23, 2017
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 9506113
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for nucleic acid ligation. In particular, the present disclosure provides oligonucleotide adaptors for use in nucleic acid ligation reactions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri, Stanley T. Motley, Curtis Phillipson
  • Patent number: 9487807
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods, kits, and compositions for producing single-stranded circular DNA by PCR. In particular, hairpin primers are provided, and methods of use thereof to produce single-stranded circular DNA molecules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 9428801
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for rapidly amplifying target nucleic acid (e.g., using whole genome amplification) that allows small amounts of starting nucleic acid to be employed. In certain embodiments, the methods employ compositions that comprise: phi29 polymerase, exo- Klenow polymerase and/or Klenow polymerase, dNTPs, primers, and a buffering agent. In some embodiments, the target nucleic acid is amplified at a rate that would result in at least 1000-fold amplification in thirty minutes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, Stanley Motley, John Picuri
  • Publication number: 20160178488
    Abstract: Provided herein are apparatuses and methods for fragmenting nucleic acids or disrupting cells. For example, some embodiments provide a disposable microfluidic device designed to position a sample to be in direct contact with a high frequency vibrating element that emits an ultrasonic frequency into the sample such that the vibrational energy transduced into the sample results in fragmenting nucleic acids or disrupting cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2015
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, Jose R. Gutierrez, Jared J. Drader, John Picuri, Karl M. Cabrera, Stanley Motley
  • Publication number: 20160051959
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for preparing a nucleic acid library in a multi-purpose buffer (e.g., employing whole genome amplification), where nucleic acid purification is not required between or during steps. In certain embodiments, small amounts of starting nucleic acid (e.g., genomic DNA) are employed and the steps are accomplished in a single container. In some embodiments, the nucleic acid library is subjected to sequencing methodologies or rolling circle amplification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2015
    Publication date: February 25, 2016
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, John Picuri, Stanley Motley
  • Publication number: 20160032376
    Abstract: Provided herein is technology relating to sequencing nucleic acids, but not exclusively, to compositions, methods, systems, and kits related to nucleotides comprising an electrochemically detectable moiety and one or more photolabile synthesis-inhibiting moieties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Publication date: February 4, 2016
    Inventors: Mark A. Hayden, Jeffrey Huff, Mark W. Eshoo, John Picuri
  • Patent number: 9217132
    Abstract: Provided herein are apparatuses and methods for fragmenting nucleic acids or disrupting cells. For example, some embodiments provide a disposable microfluidic device designed to position a sample to be in direct contact with a high frequency vibrating element that emits an ultrasonic frequency into the sample such that the vibrational energy transduced into the sample results in fragmenting nucleic acids or disrupting cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: IBIS BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Mark W. Eshoo, Jose R. Gutierrez, Jared J. Drader, John Picuri, Karl M. Cabrera, Stanley Motley, Thomas N. Chiesl
  • Publication number: 20150231629
    Abstract: The present invention provides integrated sample preparation systems and stabilized enzyme mixtures. In particular, the present invention provides microfluidic cards configured for processing a sample and generating DNA libraries that are suitable for use in sequencing methods (e.g., next generation sequencing methods) or other suitable nucleic acid analysis methods. The present invention also provides stabilized enzyme mixtures containing an enzyme (e.g., an enzyme used in whole genome amplification), BSA, and a sugar. Such enzyme mixtures may be lyophilized and stored at room temperature without significant loss of enzyme activity for months.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventors: Mark Eshoo, John Picuri