Patents by Inventor Michael J. Rubal

Michael J. Rubal 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).

  • Patent number: 10988724
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the design, fabrication, and applications of a three-dimensional (3D) bioreactor for cell expansion and cell secreted substance production. The bioreactor is composed of non-random interconnected voids providing a continuous three-dimensional surface area for cell adherence and growth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignee: Southwest Research Institute
    Inventors: Jian Ling, Jeffrey N. Harris, Michael J. Rubal
  • Patent number: 10927336
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the design, fabrication, and applications of a three-dimensional (3D) bioreactor for cell expansion and cell secreted substance production. The bioreactor is composed of non-random interconnected voids providing a continuous three-dimensional surface area for cell adherence and growth.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2021
    Assignee: Southwest Research Institute
    Inventors: Jian Ling, Jeffrey N. Harris, Michael J. Rubal
  • Patent number: 10927121
    Abstract: Methods for removing residual solvent from Nalmefene Hydrochloride (HCl) and producing crystalline Nalmefene HCl monohydrate, monosolvate or crystalline Nalmefene HCl dihydrate are described. In embodiments, the methods include recrystallizing Nalmefene HCl from a solvate that includes Nalmefene HCl, water, and a first solvent, wherein the first solvent has a molar volume of at least 98 cm3. Crystalline Nalmefene HCl with a desirably low amount of residual solvent is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2021
    Assignee: Southwest Research Institute
    Inventors: William R. Cantrell, Jr., Robert D. Gutierrez, Michael J. Rubal
  • Publication number: 20170321178
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the design, fabrication, and applications of a three-dimensional (3D) bioreactor for cell expansion and cell secreted substance production. The bioreactor is composed of non-random interconnected voids providing a continuous three-dimensional surface area for cell adherence and growth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2017
    Publication date: November 9, 2017
    Inventors: Jian LING, Jeffrey N. HARRIS, Michael J. RUBAL
  • Patent number: 8415491
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of exchanging nanostructures from within aqueous liquid media into organic liquid media. The steps comprise first supplying solid nanostructures in an aqueous liquid media, adjusting the pH, incorporating an ionic surfactant sufficient to reduce nanostructure aggregation, followed by concentrating the nanostructures in the aqueous liquid media. The nanostructures may them be placed in organic liquid media followed by introduction of a coupling agent capable of covalent attachment to the nanostructure surface while providing a functional group capable of polymerization to covalently bond the nanostructures to a selected monomer and/or polymer resin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Southwest Research Institute
    Inventors: Benjamin R. Furman, Stephen T. Wellinghoff, Michael J. Rubal
  • Publication number: 20120330212
    Abstract: A pressure-sensitive adhesive bandage with a magnetically-released triggering mechanism is provided. The pressure-sensitive bandage may include a backing for providing support for the pressure-sensitive adhesive bandage. Additionally, the pressure-sensitive bandage may include a pressure-sensitive adhesive applied to the backing, which may include microcapsules. The microcapsules may include a silica-based shell, a core confined within the silica-based shell that includes oil, and a plurality of magnetic particles that may be positioned in at least one of the silica-based shell and the core. The plurality of magnetic particles may be configured to cause the silica-based shell to release the oil from the core when a magnetic force is exerted on the plurality of magnetic particles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Applicant: WESTPATCH, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph T. Persyn, Michael J. Rubal, Robert Windschauer, James S. Weston
  • Publication number: 20120142954
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of exchanging nanostructures from within aqueous liquid media into organic liquid media. The steps comprise first supplying solid nanostructures in an aqueous liquid media, adjusting the pH, incorporating an ionic surfactant sufficient to reduce nanostructure aggregation, followed by concentrating the nanostructures in the aqueous liquid media. The nanostructures may them be placed in organic liquid media followed by introduction of a coupling agent capable of covalent attachment to the nanostructure surface while providing a functional group capable of polymerization to covalently bond the nanostructures to a selected monomer and/or polymer resin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2010
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INSTITUTE
    Inventors: Benjamin R. Furman, Stephen T. Wellinghoff, Michael J. Rubal