Patents by Inventor Michael E. Rickey

Michael E. Rickey 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).

  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20200390891
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2020
    Publication date: December 17, 2020
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20190125878
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2018
    Publication date: May 2, 2019
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20170056505
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2016
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 9238076
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2016
    Assignees: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited, Amylin Pharmaceuticals, LLC
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Mark Fineman, Christine Smith, John Ong, David M. Lokensgard, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 8877252
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140088003
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Applicant: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140031281
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2013
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 8617613
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 8461105
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 8431685
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Poly(lactide-co-glycolide) based sustained release microcapsules comprising a polypeptide and a sugar
    Patent number: 8293871
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignees: Alkernnes Pharma Ireland Limited, Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino, Christine Smith, David M. Lokensgard, Mark Fineman, John Ong
  • Residual solvent extraction method and microparticles produced thereby
    Patent number: 8187672
    Abstract: Methods for preparing microparticles having reduced residual solvent levels. Microparticles are contacted with a non-aqueous washing system to reduce the level of residual solvent in the microparticles. Preferred non-aqueous washing systems include 100% ethanol and a blend of ethanol and heptane. A solvent blend of a hardening solvent and a washing solvent can be used to harden and wash microparticles in a single step, thereby eliminating the need for a post-hardening wash step.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Michael E. Rickey, J. Michael Ramstack, Rajesh Kumar
  • RESIDUAL SOLVENT EXTRACTION METHOD AND MICROPARTICLES PRODUCED THEREBY
    Publication number: 20110086104
    Abstract: Methods for preparing microparticles having reduced residual solvent levels. Microparticles are contacted with a non-aqueous washing system to reduce the level of residual solvent in the microparticles. Preferred non-aqueous washing systems include 100% ethanol and a blend of ethanol and heptane. A solvent blend of a hardening solvent and a washing solvent can be used to harden and wash microparticles in a single step, thereby eliminating the need for a post-hardening wash step.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2010
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Applicant: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael E. Rickey, J. Michael Ramstack, Rajesh Kumar
  • Residual solvent extraction method and microparticles produced thereby
    Patent number: 7875310
    Abstract: Methods for preparing microparticles having reduced residual solvent levels. Microparticles are contacted with a non-aqueous washing system to reduce the level of residual solvent in the microparticles. Preferred non-aqueous washing systems include 100% ethanol and a blend of ethanol and heptane. A solvent blend of a hardening solvent and a washing solvent can be used to harden and wash microparticles in a single step, thereby eliminating the need for a post-hardening wash step.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2011
    Assignee: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael E. Rickey, J. Michael Ramstack, Rajesh Kumar
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Publication number: 20100152111
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Applicant: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20100152097
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2010
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Applicant: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Y. Yeah, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 7612176
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2009
    Assignee: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Henry R. Costantino
  • POLYMER-BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20090247463
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2009
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Applicants: Alkermes, Inc., Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Mark Fineman, Christine Smith, John Ong, David Lokensgard, Henry R. Costantino
  • Residual solvent extraction method and microparticles produced thereby
    Publication number: 20090194894
    Abstract: Methods for preparing microparticles having reduced residual solvent levels. Microparticles are contacted with a non-aqueous washing system to reduce the level of residual solvent in the microparticles. Preferred non-aqueous washing systems include 100% ethanol and a blend of ethanol and heptane. A solvent blend of a hardening solvent and a washing solvent can be used to harden and wash microparticles in a single step, thereby eliminating the need for a post-hardening wash step.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2009
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Applicant: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael E. Rickey, J. Michael Ramstack, Rajesh Kumar
  • Polymer-based sustained release device
    Patent number: 7563871
    Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2009
    Assignees: Alkermes, Inc., Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven G. Wright, Troy Christensen, Thean Yeoh, Michael E. Rickey, Joyce M. Hotz, Rajesh Kumar, Mark Fineman, Christine Smith, John Ong, David Lokensgard, Henry R. Costantino