Patents by Inventor Steven Jones

Steven Jones 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).

  • Equipment for manufacturing cigarette packages
    Patent number: 7866122
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for making a hard pack cigarette package composed of a transparent material that includes an inner frame that is also composed of a transparent material. The package is assembled using a hot-melt adhesive material to bind the package together as well as to bind the inner frame insert and a foil wrapped assemblage of smoking articles to the package. The hot-melt adhesive material is applied by an electronically controlled hot-melt adhesive applicator working in conjunction with a uniform contrast roller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
    Inventors: Jerry Wayne Pipes, Wesley Steven Jones, Randy Lee McKnight
  • Equipment and Method for Manufacturing Cigarette Packages
    Publication number: 20100248926
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for making a hard pack cigarette package composed of a transparent material that includes an inner frame that is also composed of a transparent material. The package is assembled using a hot-melt adhesive material to bind the package together as well as to bind the inner frame insert and a foil wrapped assemblage of smoking articles to the package. The hot-melt adhesive material is applied by an electronically controlled hot-melt adhesive applicator working in conjunction with a uniform contrast roller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2010
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Inventors: Jerry Wayne Pipes, Wesley Steven Jones, Randy Lee McKnight
  • Method for manufacturing cigarette packages
    Patent number: 7762046
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for making a hard pack cigarette package composed of a transparent material that includes an inner frame that is also composed of a transparent material. The package is assembled using a hot-melt adhesive material to bind the package together as well as to bind the inner frame insert and a foil wrapped assemblage of smoking articles to the package. The hot-melt adhesive material is applied by an electronically controlled hot-melt adhesive applicator working in conjunction with a uniform contrast roller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Assignee: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
    Inventors: Jerry Wayne Pipes, Wesley Steven Jones, Randy Lee McKnight
  • Iridescent magnetic effect pigments comprising a ferrite layer
    Patent number: 7678449
    Abstract: Iridescent magnetic pigments are produced by depositing a ferrite layer and a second metal oxide layer in succession on a substrate. The substrate may be platy and is coated with the ferrite, which is then coated with the second metal oxide layer to provide interference color effect. At least one of the layers is magnetic. The magnetic pigment may be used in coatings such as paints.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: BASF Catalysts LLC
    Inventor: Steven Jones
  • Use of eukaryotic genes affecting cell cycle control or cell cycle progression for diagnosis and treatment of proliferative diseases
    Patent number: 7648827
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the significant functional role of several C. elegans genes and of their corresponding gene products in cell cycle progression during cell division that could be identified by means of RNA-mediated interference (RNAi) and to the identification and isolation of functional orthologs of said genes including all biologically functional derivatives thereof. The invention further relates to the use of said genes and gene products (including said orthologs) in the development or isolation of anti-proliferative agents, particularly their use in appropriate screening assays, and their use for diagnosis and treatment of proliferative and other diseases. In particular, the invention relates to the use of small interfering RNAs derived from said genes for the treatment of proliferative diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2010
    Assignee: Cenix BioScience GmbH
    Inventors: Christophe Echeverri, Anthony Hyman, Pierre Gönczy, Birte Sönnichsen, Steven Jones, Andrew Walsh, Liisa Koski
  • Anti-SARS monoclonal antibodies
    Patent number: 7622112
    Abstract: Monoclonal antibody reagents that recognize the SARS-coronavirus (SARS-HCoV) are needed urgently. In this report we describe the development and immunochemical characterization of mAbs against the SARS-HCoV based upon their specificity, binding requirements, and biological activity. Initial screening by ELISA, using highly purified virus as the coating antigen, resulted in the selection of seventeen mAbs. Five mAbs exhibited Western immunoblot reactivity with the denatured spike protein, of which two demonstrated the ability to neutralize SARS-HCoV in vitro. Another four Western immunoblot-negative mAbs also neutralize the virus. These antibodies will be useful for the development of diagnostic tests, pathogenicity and vaccine studies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2009
    Inventors: Jody Berry, Steven Jones, Xin Yong Yuan, Mike Gubbins, Anton Andonov, Hana Weingartl, Mike Drebot, Frank Plummer
  • Cigarette package
    Patent number: 7617930
    Abstract: An assembled container for smoking articles includes an outer sleeve that includes a front wall, a rear wall, a right side wall, and a left side wall. Packets of cigarettes are positioned within the outer sleeve. For example, two packets, each containing ten cigarettes, are positioned within the outer sleeve. The packets, and the outer sleeve, include mechanisms that interact during movement of the individual packets within the outer sleeve. As such, a portion of each packet is maintained within the outer sleeve during conditions of normal use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Assignee: R. J. ReynoldsTobacco Company
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel
  • Equipment and Method for Manufacturing Cigarette Packages
    Publication number: 20090255835
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for making a hard pack cigarette package composed of a transparent material that includes an inner frame that is also composed of a transparent material. The package is assembled using a hot-melt adhesive material to bind the package together as well as to bind the inner frame insert and a foil wrapped assemblage of smoking articles to the package. The hot-melt adhesive material is applied by an electronically controlled hot-melt adhesive applicator working in conjunction with a uniform contrast roller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2008
    Publication date: October 15, 2009
    Inventors: Jerry Wayne Pipes, Wesley Steven Jones, Randy Lee McKnight
  • Use of eukaryotic genes affecting spindle formation or microtubule function during cell division for diagnosis and treatment of proliferative diseases
    Patent number: 7479369
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the significant functional role of several C. elegans genes and of their corresponding gene products in spindle formation or microtubule function during cell division that could be identified by means of RNA-mediated interference (RNAi) and to the identification and isolation of functional orthologs of said genes including all biologically functional derivatives thereof The invention further relates to the use of said genes and gene products (including said orthologs) in the development or isolation of anti-proliferative agents, particularly their use in appropriate screening assays, and their use for diagnosis and treatment of proliferative and other diseases. In particular, the invention relates to the use of small interfering RNAs derived from said genes for the treatment of proliferative diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2009
    Assignee: Cenix BioScience GmbH
    Inventors: Christophe Echeverri, Anthony Hyman, Pierre Gönczy, Birte Sönnichsen, Steven Jones, Andrew Walsh, Liisa Koski
  • Portable, interactive folding annotation device for promoting deal-making in non-office settings
    Publication number: 20090004446
    Abstract: An interactive, folding annotation device, method for promoting deal-making. An interactive folding device composed of substantially absorbent material comprising a plurality of panels sharing a folding junction for annotation thereon by a user who is an offeror, the device comprising a first panel comprising content substantially expressing the user's willingness to enter into a contract, a second panel comprising pre-printed content for prompting the user to responsively annotate terms of an offer, and a third panel comprising content for prompting the user to annotate thereon a date by which acceptance of the offer is sought, the personal delivery of the annotated device to a person constituting delivery of the offer to an offeree.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2008
    Publication date: January 1, 2009
    Inventor: Robert Steven Jones
  • Synthetic mica based pearlescent pigments containing ferrites
    Patent number: 7470318
    Abstract: A pearlescent pigment comprises (a) synthetic mica substrate, (b) calcined ferrite coating on the substrate, and (c) an outer layer or treatment wherein said outer layer or treatment was added to the calcined ferrite coated synthetic mica in water. The pearlescent pigment may be used in exterior applications such as automotive paint systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2008
    Assignee: BASF Corporation
    Inventors: Paul Cao, Carolynn Lavallee, Steven Jones, Debbie Cacace
  • Iridescent Magnetic Effect Pigments
    Publication number: 20080280150
    Abstract: Iridescent magnetic pigments are produced by depositing a ferrite layer and a second metal oxide layer in succession on a substrate. The substrate may be platy and is coated with the ferrite, which is then coated with the second metal oxide layer to provide interference color effect. At least one of the layers is magnetic. The magnetic pigment may be used in coatings such as paints.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2006
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventor: Steven Jones
  • Cigarette package
    Publication number: 20080230410
    Abstract: A hard pack cigarette package includes an inner frame with fold-over tabs at the top of the inner frame shoulders that overlap an opposing flap in the hinged lid of the package. When the lid is opened or closed, the tabs and opposing flap disengage with an audible click sound. The force required to disengage the tabs and flap help to retain the lid in a secured closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2007
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel
  • Fatty Acid Modified Forms of Glucocorticoids
    Publication number: 20080221072
    Abstract: Compounds are disclosed of the formula in which R3 is C8 to C24 hydrocarbon or the residue of misoprostol. The compounds are useful for treating rhinitis and asthma, particularly by inhalation, and for treating inflammation, particularly by local or topical administration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Applicant: SEPRACOR INC.
    Inventors: Mark G. Currie, Steven Jones, Charles M. Zepp
  • Fatty acid modified forms of glucocorticoids
    Patent number: 7390796
    Abstract: Compounds are disclosed of the formula in which R3 is C8 to C24 hydrocarbon or the residue of misoprostol. The compounds are useful for treating rhinitis and asthma, particularly by inhalation, and for treating inflammation, particularly by local or topical administration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Assignee: Sepracor Inc.
    Inventors: Mark G. Currie, Steven Jones, Charles M. Zepp
  • Eukaryotic cell division genes and their use in diagnosis and treatment of proliferative diseases
    Patent number: 7368248
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the significant functional role of several C. elegans genes and of their corresponding gene products in cell division and proliferation processes that could be identified by means of RNA-medicated interference (RNAi) and to the identification and isolation of functional orthologues of said genes including all biologically-active derivatives thereof. The invention further relates to the use of said gene products (including said orthologues) in the development or isolation of anti-proliferative agents, particularly their use in appropriate screening assays, and their use for diagnosis and treatment of proliferative diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2008
    Assignee: Cenix Bioscience GmbH
    Inventors: Christophe Echeverri, Pierre Goenczy, Anthony Hyman, Steven Jones, Karen Oegema, Matthew Kirkham
  • Container for cigarettes
    Patent number: D575450
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2008
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel, William Paul Scott
  • Container for cigarettes
    Patent number: D575451
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2008
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel, William Paul Scott
  • Twin-pack container for cigarettes
    Patent number: D575452
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2008
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel, William Paul Scott
  • Container for cigarettes
    Patent number: D585596
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2009
    Assignee: R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
    Inventors: Wesley Steven Jones, Pankaj Patel, William Paul Scott