Patents by Inventor Justin Konje

Justin Konje 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).

  • EMBRYO IMPLANTATION
    Publication number: 20100331611
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for detecting an optimal time for embryo implantation in mammals, particularly humans. In particular, the invention relates to a method for determining the optimal time for implantation of an embryo in a mammalian endometrium comprising detecting the levels of an endocannabinoid in the early, mid and late stage of the menstrual cycle in a subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2008
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventor: Justin Konje
  • Detection of Preterm Labour
    Publication number: 20070275431
    Abstract: The invention describes a method for diagnosis of preterm labour in a mammal, comprising measuring levels of an endocannabinoid such as anandamide in a subject. Elevated levels are indicate of preterm labour. The measurement is typically performed during late pregnancy, such as the third trimester in humans. In certain embodiments, endocannabinoid levels may be measured indirectly, for example by measurement of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) levels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2005
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Applicant: University of Leicester
    Inventor: Justin Konje