Patents by Inventor Melanie J. Goulson

Melanie J. Goulson 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).

  • SWEETENER, METHODS OF PREPARING SWEETENER AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF
    Publication number: 20110059218
    Abstract: This disclosure pertains to a sweetener containing a high intensity sweetener and a taste modifying composition. In another aspect of the invention is a sweetener containing a high intensity sweetener, a taste modifying composition and a bulking material. Also disclosed are methods of making a sweetener of the present invention and methods of using the sweetener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2009
    Publication date: March 10, 2011
    Applicant: CARGILL INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Glenn A. Corliss, Melanie J. Goulson, Brian D. Guthrie, Chin Hong Paul Kim, John Thomas McDonald, Drew Pecore, Troy Allen Rhonemus, Thomas A. Sheehan, Norris Sun, Carrie Michelle Thomas, Nese Yurttas
  • Beverage Compositions Comprising Monatin and Methods of Making Same
    Publication number: 20090130285
    Abstract: The present invention relates to novel beverage compositions comprising monatin and methods for making such compositions. The present invention also relates to beverage compositions comprising specific monatin stereoisomers, specific blends of monatin stereoisomers, and/or monatin produced via a biosynthetic pathway in vivo (e.g., inside cells) or in vitro.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2008
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventors: Timothy W. Abraham, Douglas C. Cameron, Melanie J. Goulson, Paula M. Hicks, Michael G. Lindley, Sara C. McFarlan, James R. Millis, John Rosazza, Lishan Zhao, David P. Weiner
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RELEASABLY SECURING CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES TO CHILDREN
    Publication number: 20080229469
    Abstract: Products and methods are provided for releasably securing infant and toddler clothing accessories, such as shoes, socks and hair accessories, to a child. The products include novelty articles decorated with whimsical graphics and/or cut into whimsical shapes having adhesive properties designed to provide a temporary bond between the accessory and the child. The methods include adhering a footwear or hair accessory, directly or indirectly, to a child using the novelty adhesive articles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2008
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventors: Melanie J. Goulson, Sara K. Strege, Melissa J. Klapperich
  • Lipid Microemulsions
    Publication number: 20080199589
    Abstract: A microemulsion, including an aqueous component, a lipid, a saccharide, an alcohol, and an emulsifier is described. A process for producing a microemulsion is also described. Food or beverage products including a microemulsion are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2007
    Publication date: August 21, 2008
    Applicant: Cargill, Incorporated
    Inventors: Alexander Patist, Melanie J. Goulson, Wade N. Schmelzer, John F. Sweeney, Robert D. Olson, Vincent M. Cavallini
  • Enriched dough, batter, and bakery goods prepared therefrom
    Publication number: 20080102183
    Abstract: Doughs and batters may be prepared that include sweetener, fat, EPA/DHA Omega 3 fatty acids, flour, and optionally cinnamon. Bakery goods may be prepared from the described doughs or batters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2006
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Inventors: Timothy Christensen, Gary M. Geist, Melanie J. Goulson, Jody L. Mattsen
  • Aqueous dispersible steryl ester compositions
    Publication number: 20040013708
    Abstract: The present invention relates to water dispersible steryl ester compositions that include steryl esters, an emulsifier, and a protein or lipophilic starch stabilizer. Such compositions of the invention can be incorporated into aqueous foods and beverages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2003
    Publication date: January 22, 2004
    Inventors: Melanie J. Goulson, Wade N. Schmelzer, Chin Hong Paul Kim, Wen-Juin Shieh