Patents by Inventor Michael L. Woltman

Michael L. Woltman 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: 7273720
    Abstract: A rapid tissue processing method and apparatus including the steps of fixation, dehydration, clearing, and impregnation. The preferred method is performed in a processing unit that employs alternating microwave and ohmic energy to heat the process solution and tissue sample. In one embodiment, the method employs environmentally friendly green chemicals to effectuate the processing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Collaborative Laboratory Services, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey C. Birkner, Michael L. Woltman
  • Patent number: 7273587
    Abstract: A rapid tissue processing method and apparatus including the steps of fixation, dehydration, clearing, and impregnation. The preferred method is performed in a processing unit that employs alternating microwave and ohmic energy to heat the process solution and tissue sample. In one embodiment, the method employs environmentally friendly green chemicals to effectuate the processing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Collaborative Laboratory Services, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey C. Birkner, Michael L. Woltman