Patents by Inventor Kenneth A. Shaw

Kenneth A. Shaw 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: 20150078838
    Abstract: An improved method for attaching a geosynthetic strip to a plurality of fact panels of a retaining wall. The method first begins by providing a plurality of stackable face panels, each face panel having a plurality of connector loops fixed with the back portion of the face panels. Each of the connector loops for a horizontal loop extending outwardly generally perpendicular to the back portion of the face panel. Next, a first tier of face panels is disposed at the bottom of the embankment being erected. Soil is then back-filled behind the first tier of panels to a level of the connector loops disposed within the first tier of face panels. A geosynthetic strip, which extends perpendicularly from the back portion of the face panels into the soil embankment, is positioned so that a plurality of geosynthetic strips aligns with the connection loops.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2013
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventor: Kenneth Shaw
  • Publication number: 20140227690
    Abstract: The technology described herein relates to determination of fetal lung maturity, e.g. by non-invasive methods and methods of treatment and assays relating thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: St. John Heallth
    Inventors: Robert Alan Welch, Michael Kenneth Shaw
  • Publication number: 20140154309
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2013
    Publication date: June 5, 2014
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 8618087
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Publication number: 20130287851
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2012
    Publication date: October 31, 2013
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Publication number: 20130243830
    Abstract: Disclosed are stable corticosteroid nanoparticulate formulations, methods of making and therapeutic uses thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 8455002
    Abstract: Disclosed are stable corticosteroid nanoparticulate formulations, methods of making and therapeutic uses thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 8367651
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 8362028
    Abstract: Pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridines and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof of Formula I are provided herein. The variables R, R1, R2, R3, and R4 are defined herein. Certain pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridines provided herein act as prodrugs, targeting the parent benzo[c]phenanthridinium alkaloid to hydrophilic or hydrophobic regions in the body. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridine and a carrier, excipient, or diluent are provided herein. Methods of treating or preventing microbial, fungal and or viral infections and methods of treating diseases and disorders responsive to protein kinase C modulation, topoisomerase I, and/or topoisomerase II modulation are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignee: Yale University
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang, Amy F. T. Arnsten
  • Patent number: 8362286
    Abstract: Applicants have discovered a method for the stereoselective and regioselective synthesis of 3?-hydroxy, 3?-methyl-5?-pregnan-20-one (ganaxolone) comprising reacting 5?-pregnane-3,20-dione; with an organometallic methylating agent in an inert solvent to provide a compound of the formula
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Alan Hutchison
  • Patent number: 8318714
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Publication number: 20120264766
    Abstract: Pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridines and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof of Formula I are provided herein. The variables R, R1, R2, R3, and R4 are defined herein. Certain pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridines provided herein act as prodrugs, targeting the parent benzo[c]phenanthridinium alkaloid to hydrophilic or hydrophobic regions in the body. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a pseudobase benzo[c]phenanthridine and a carrier, excipient, or diluent are provided herein. Methods of treating or preventing microbial, fungal and or viral infections and methods of treating diseases and disorders responsive to protein kinase C modulation, topoisomerase I, and/or topoisomerase II modulation are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2009
    Publication date: October 18, 2012
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals Inc.,
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang, Amy F.T. Arnsten
  • Publication number: 20120144762
    Abstract: A mobile training unit including a transportable cargo container having a transport position and at least one training position, the cargo container including: (a) at least one confined working compartment wholly or substantially within the cargo container dimensions; (b) at least one cargo container wall portion movable between a closed transport position and an open training position; (c) at least one door for entry into and exit from the cargo container; and (d) a tower movable between a transport position within the cargo container dimensions, and a training position extending beyond the cargo container. The mobile training unit in its transport position provides a very convenient unit for easy transportation to different locations where training is necessary or desired. This mobile training unit can at least supply facilities to provide training in relation to confined /enclosed spaces, working at height, fall potential and rescue situations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2009
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Inventors: Darren Eatock, Fraser Gilmour, Kenneth Shaw, Hugh Anderson
  • Publication number: 20120052098
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2011
    Publication date: March 1, 2012
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth SHAW, Mingbao Zhang
  • Publication number: 20110236487
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2011
    Publication date: September 29, 2011
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth SHAW, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 8022054
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Publication number: 20110137323
    Abstract: A surgical clip applier is provided including a housing; at least one handle pivotably connected to the housing; a channel assembly extending distally from the housing; a plurality of clips loaded in the clip carrier; a drive channel translatably supported in the housing and the channel assembly, the drive channel being translated upon actuation of the at least one handle; and a counter mechanism supported in the housing, the counter mechanism including indicia visible through the housing, wherein the indicia corresponds to a quantity of clips loaded in the clip applier, wherein the indicia decrements upon each firing of the clip applier resulting in a reduction in the quantity of clips remaining of the plurality of clips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2010
    Publication date: June 9, 2011
    Inventors: Jaroslaw T. Malkowski, Kenneth Shaw
  • Publication number: 20110040112
    Abstract: Applicants have discovered a method for the stereoselective and regioselective synthesis of 3?-hydroxy, 3?-methyl-5?-pregnan-20-one (ganaxolone) comprising reacting 5?-pregnane-3,20-dione; with an organometallic methylating agent in an inert solvent to provide a compound of the formula
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Applicant: MARINUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Alan Hutchison
  • Publication number: 20110008453
    Abstract: Disclosed are stable corticosteroid nanoparticulate formulations, methods of making and therapeutic uses thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2010
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Applicant: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang
  • Patent number: 7858609
    Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention is directed to composition comprising stable particles comprising ganaxolone, wherein the volume weighted median diameter (D50) of the particles is from about 50 nm to about 500 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2010
    Assignee: Marinus Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Kenneth Shaw, Mingbao Zhang