Patents by Inventor Michelle C. LaPlaca

Michelle C. LaPlaca 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).

  • Display enhanced testing for concussions and mild traumatic brain injury
    Patent number: 8568311
    Abstract: Cognitive assessment systems and methods that provide an integrated solution for evaluating the presence or absence of cognitive impairment. The present invention is used to test cognitive functions of an individual including information processing speed, working memory, work list learning and recall, along with variations of these tasks. Immersive and non-immersive systems and methods are disclosed. Testing and results feedback using the present invention may be completed in real time, typically in less than 15 minutes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Assignees: Emory University, Georgia Tech Research Corporation
    Inventors: Michelle C. LaPlaca, David W. Wright