Patents by Inventor Mark Hallett
Mark Hallett 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).
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Patent number: 10029113Abstract: A system and methods for transcranial magnetic stimulation, the system including a helmet, a positioning portion, a stimulator and a cooling system, are disclosed. The helmet includes a coil for deep brain magnetic stimulation. The coil has a base portion, and return portions, which may include a protruding return portion and a contacting return portion. The coil is designed to minimize unintended stimulation of portions of the brain, while reducing accumulation of surface charges. The coil is stimulated at several locations and/or at different times so as to focus the electrical field on a specific deep neuronal structure.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2015Date of Patent: July 24, 2018Assignees: BRAINSWAY, LTD., YEDA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT CO. LTD. AT THE WEIZMANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESInventors: Abraham Zangen, Yiftach Roth, Pedro C. Miranda, David Hazani, Mark Hallett
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Publication number: 20160059027Abstract: A system and methods for transcranial magnetic stimulation, the system including a helmet, a positioning portion, a stimulator and a cooling system, are disclosed. The helmet includes a coil for deep brain magnetic stimulation. The coil has a base portion, and return portions, which may include a protruding return portion and a contacting return portion. The coil is designed to minimize unintended stimulation of portions of the brain, while reducing accumulation of surface charges. The coil is stimulated at several locations and/or at different times so as to focus the electrical field on a specific deep neuronal structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2015Publication date: March 3, 2016Inventors: ABRAHAM ZANGEN, YIFTACH ROTH, PEDRO C. MIRANDA, DAVID HAZANI, MARK HALLETT
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Patent number: 9132278Abstract: A system and methods for transcranial magnetic stimulation, the system including a helmet, a positioning portion, a stimulator and a cooling system, are disclosed. The helmet includes a coil for deep brain magnetic stimulation. The coil has a base portion, and return portions, which may include a protruding return portion and a contacting return portion. The coil is designed to minimize unintended stimulation of portions of the brain, while reducing accumulation of surface charges. The coil is stimulated at several locations and/or at different times so as to focus the electrical field on a specific deep neuronal structure.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2014Date of Patent: September 15, 2015Assignees: BRAINSWAY, LTD., YEDA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT CO. LTD. AT THE WEIZMANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AS REPRESENTED BY THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESInventors: Abraham Zangen, Yiftach Roth, Pedro C. Miranda, David Hazani, Mark Hallett
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Publication number: 20150018667Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, systems, and apparatus for enhancing or diminishing synaptic strength. Embodiments of the disclosed methods, systems, and apparatus can be used, for example, to complement the change in synaptic strength from transcranial direct current stimulation (“tDCS”) or transcranial magnetic stimulation (“TMS”) systems. One exemplary embodiment disclosed herein is a flexible housing having a top surface and a bottom surface. The flexible housing of this embodiment comprises a recessed cavity on the bottom surface that is configured to at least partially enclose an electrode of a transcranial direct current stimulator system. The flexible housing of this embodiment further comprises one or more apertures configured to provide access to the recessed cavity when the electrode is positioned within the recessed cavity.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2013Publication date: January 15, 2015Inventors: Thomas C. Radman, Mark Hallett
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Publication number: 20140249352Abstract: A system and methods for transcranial magnetic stimulation, the system including a helmet, a positioning portion, a stimulator and a cooling system, are disclosed. The helmet includes a coil for deep brain magnetic stimulation. The coil has a base portion, and return portions, which may include a protruding return portion and a contacting return portion. The coil is designed to minimize unintended stimulation of portions of the brain, while reducing accumulation of surface charges. The coil is stimulated at several locations and/or at different times so as to focus the electrical field on a specific deep neuronal structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: September 4, 2014Applicants: BRAINSWAY, LTD., Yeda Research & Development Co. Ltd. at the Weizmann Institute of Science, Government of the United States of America, As Represented by the Secretary,Inventors: ABRAHAM ZANGEN, YIFTACH ROTH, PEDRO C. MIRANDA, DAVID HAZANI, MARK HALLETT
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Patent number: 8771163Abstract: A system and methods for transcranial magnetic stimulation, the system including a helmet, a positioning portion, a stimulator and a cooling system, are disclosed. The helmet includes a coil for deep brain magnetic stimulation. The coil has a base portion, and return portions, which may include a protruding return portion and a contacting return portion. The coil is designed to minimize unintended stimulation of portions of the brain, while reducing accumulation of surface charges. The coil is stimulated at several locations and/or at different times so as to focus the electrical field on a specific deep neuronal structure.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2013Date of Patent: July 8, 2014Assignees: Brainsway, Ltd., Yeda Research & Development Co. Ltd. at the Weizmann Institute of Science, The United States of America as Represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Abraham Zangen, Yiftach Roth, Pedro C. Miranda, David Hazani, Mark Hallett
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Patent number: 8608634Abstract: A magnetic stimulator, which may be used as a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device, and a method for its use are disclosed. The stimulator comprises a frame and an electrically conductive coil having a partially toroidal or ovate base and an outwardly projecting extension portion. The frame may be a flexible or malleable material and may be nonconductive. The electrically conductive coil may comprise one or more windings of electrically conductive material (such as a wire) coupled to the frame. The coil is electrically connected to a power supply. The device may be placed adjacent to or in contact with the body of a subject, such as on the head of a subject. The device may be used on humans for treating certain physiological conditions, such as cardiovascular or neurophysiological conditions, or for studying the physiology of the body. This device is useful in studying or treating neurophysiological conditions associated with the deep regions of the brain, such as drug addiction and depression.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2008Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Abraham Zangen, Roy A. Wise, Mark Hallett, Pedro Cavaleiro Miranda, Yiftach Roth
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Publication number: 20110112010Abstract: The invention features pharmaceutical formulations containing octanoic acid or a salt or ester thereof. The pharmaceutical formulations are useful for the treatment of involuntary tremors.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2009Publication date: May 12, 2011Applicants: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by The National Institutes of Health, Ariston PharmaceuticalsInventors: Mark Hallett, John A. McLane, Fatta B. Nahab
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Publication number: 20090215892Abstract: The invention features pharmaceutical formulations containing octanol and esters thereof. The pharmaceutical formulations are useful for the treatment of involuntary tremors.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2006Publication date: August 27, 2009Inventors: Fatta B. Nahab, Mark Hallett, Jeff Serbin, John A. McLane
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Publication number: 20080312706Abstract: A magnetic stimulator, which may be used as a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device, and a method for its use are disclosed. The stimulator comprises a frame and an electrically conductive coil having a partially toroidal or ovate base and an outwardly projecting extension portion. The frame may be a flexible or malleable material and may be non-conductive. The electrically conductive coil may comprise one or more windings of electrically conductive material (such as a wire) coupled to the frame. The coil is electrically connected to a power supply. The device may be placed adjacent to or in contact with the body of a subject, such as on the head of a subject. The device may be used on humans for treating certain physiological conditions, such as cardiovascular or neurophysiological conditions, or for studying the physiology of the body. This device is useful in studying or treating neurophysiological conditions associated with the deep regions of the brain, such as drug addiction and depression.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2008Publication date: December 18, 2008Inventors: Abraham Zangen, Roy Wise, Mark Hallett, Pedro Miranda, Yiftach Roth
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Patent number: 7407478Abstract: A magnetic stimulator, which may be used as a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device, and a method for its use are disclosed. The stimulator comprises a frame and an electrically conductive coil having a partially toroidal or ovate base and an outwardly projecting extension portion. The frame may be a flexible or malleable material and may be non-conductive. The electrically conductive coil may comprise one or more windings of electrically conductive material (such as a wire) coupled to the frame. The coil is electrically connected to a power supply. The device may be placed adjacent to or in contact with the body of a subject, such as on the head of a subject. The device may be used on humans for treating certain physiological conditions, such as cardiovascular or neurophysiological conditions, or for studying the physiology of the body. This device is useful in studying or treating neurophysiological conditions associated with the deep regions of the brain, such as drug addiction and depression.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2001Date of Patent: August 5, 2008Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Abraham Zangen, Roy A. Wise, Mark Hallett, Pedro Cavaleiro Miranda, Yiftach Roth
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Publication number: 20050266010Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of focal muscle spasms. Immunotoxin conjugates comprise a toxin conjugated to an antibody reactive to a muscle specific antigen.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2004Publication date: December 1, 2005Inventors: Jonathan Hott, Richard Youle, Mark Hallett, Marinos Dalakas
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Patent number: 6780413Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of focal muscle spasms. Immunotoxin conjugates comprise a toxin conjugated to an antibody reactive to a muscle specific antigen.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2001Date of Patent: August 24, 2004Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Jonathan S. Hott, Richard J. Youle, Mark Hallett, Marinos C. Dalakas
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Publication number: 20040078056Abstract: A magnetic stimulator, which may be used as a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) device, and a method for its use are disclosed. The stimulator comprises a frame and an electrically conductive coil having a partially toroidal or ovate base and an outwardly projecting extension portion. The frame may be a flexible or malleable material and may be non-conductive. The electrically conductive coil may comprise one or more windings of electrically conductive material (such as a wire) coupled to the frame. The coil is electrically connected to a power supply. The device may be place adjacent to or in contact with the body of a subject, such as on the head of a subject. The device may be used on humans for treating certain physiological conditions, such as cardiovascular or neurophysiological conditions, or for studying the physiology of the body. This device is useful in studying or treating neurophysiological conditions associated with the deep regions of the brain, such as drug addiction and depression.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2003Publication date: April 22, 2004Inventors: Abraham Zangen, Roy A. Wise, Mark Hallett, Pedro Cavaleiro Miranda, Yiftach Roth
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Publication number: 20020081303Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of focal muscle spasms. Immunotoxin conjugates comprise a toxin conjugated to an antibody reactive to a muscle specific antigen.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2001Publication date: June 27, 2002Applicant: The Gov. of the U.S.A. as represented by the Secre tary of the Dept. of Health and Human ServicesInventors: Jonathan S. Hott, Richard J. Youle, Mark Hallett, Marinos C. Dalakas