Patents by Inventor Sunny Balwani

Sunny Balwani 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).

  • Publication number: 20160077015
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Daniel Young, Chinmay Pangarkar
  • Publication number: 20160069919
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2015
    Publication date: March 10, 2016
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Gangakhedkar Surekha, Anekal Samartha, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Paul Patel, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young, Ian Gibbons
  • Publication number: 20160069920
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2015
    Publication date: March 10, 2016
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Daniel Young, Chinmay Pangarkar
  • Patent number: 9268915
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: Theranos, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Holmes, Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20160006928
    Abstract: The present invention provides systems, devices, and methods for point-of-care and/or distributed testing services. The methods and devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device can be modified to allow for more flexible and robust use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical, laboratory, and other applications. The systems, devices, and methods of the present invention can allow for effective use of samples by improved sample preparation and analysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2015
    Publication date: January 7, 2016
    Inventors: Ian Gibbons, Anthony Nugent, Anthony Delacruz, Daniel Young, Elizabeth A. Holmes, Andrew Drake, Timothy Michael Kemp, Sunny Balwani, Chinmay Pangarkar
  • Publication number: 20150368717
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Surekha Gangakhedkar, Samartha Anekal, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Paul Patel, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young, Ian Gibbons
  • Publication number: 20150338428
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Publication date: November 26, 2015
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Surekha Gangakhedkar, Samartha Anekal, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Paul Patel, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young, Ian Gibbons
  • Publication number: 20150331946
    Abstract: A method is provided for collecting data in a distributed laboratory system. The method comprises transmitting electronic sample processing data from at least one of a plurality of distributed, sample processing units to a laboratory information system having an interface for communicating over a computer network; wherein a data pathway for sample processing data from the one of the sample processing units to the laboratory information system comprises traversing at least one wide area network, wherein the data along the data pathway is handled by at least: a central database collecting said sample processing data from a plurality of sample processing units, and a listener application configured to processing data from the central database for paired sample processing unit data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2014
    Publication date: November 19, 2015
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20150241684
    Abstract: The devices, systems, and methods disclosed herein provide sample verification capabilities in a single device or system. Devices are disclosed herein. Systems including these devices are also provided. These devices and systems may be configured for verifying sample integrity prior to a subject leaving a sample collection site so that any further samples or other corrective action can occur without having to make a separate visit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Publication date: August 27, 2015
    Inventors: Zachary Morrison, Daniel Young, Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20150185234
    Abstract: The present invention provides systems, devices, and methods for point-of-care and/or distributed testing services. The methods and devices of the invention are directed toward automatic detection of analytes in a bodily fluid. The components of the device can be modified to allow for more flexible and robust use with the disclosed methods for a variety of medical, laboratory, and other applications. The systems, devices, and methods of the present invention can allow for effective use of samples by improved sample preparation and analysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2014
    Publication date: July 2, 2015
    Inventors: Ian Gibbons, Anthony J. Nugent, Anthony Delacruz, Daniel L. Young, Elizabeth A. Holmes, Andrew Drake, Timothy Michael Kemp, Sunny Balwani, Chinmay Pangarkar
  • Publication number: 20150106514
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20140317005
    Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for the secure transport of material are provided. A transported material may be a biological material, such as a biological sample. Material is only transferred to a courier having a unique, single-use authorization code. Authorization codes are provided to a courier only upon arrival at a proper location and at a designated time. Courier identification or code confirmation or authorization may also be required. Identification or other confirmation regarding a custodian, material to be transferred, or both, may be required. Courier images, custodian images, or both, may be required. An authorization code may include a bar code, a number, a letter, or other symbol or code. An authorization code, an image, route information, and other information may be communicated by cell-phone, WiFi, Bluetooth, or other link. Transport containers with temperature sensors and communication links, and storage containers with light sensors, memory, and communication links are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Applicant: Theranos, Inc.
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20140308661
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Surekha Gangakhedkar, Samartha Anekal, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Paul Patel, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young, Ian Gibbons
  • Patent number: 8862750
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Theranos, Inc.
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20140296089
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: Theranos, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth A. Holmes, Sunny Balwani, Michael Chen, John K. Frankovich, Gary Frenzel, Surekha Gangakhedkar, Samartha Anekal, Adrit Lath, Alexander Loo, Chinmay Pangarkar, Paul Patel, Joy Roy, Timothy Smith, Daniel Young, Ian Gibbons
  • Publication number: 20130262666
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20130078624
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: Theranos, Inc., a Delaware Corporation
    Inventors: Elizabeth Holmes, Sunny Balwani
  • Publication number: 20130080618
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Inventor: Sunny BALWANI
  • Publication number: 20130079599
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for sample processing. A device may be provided, capable of receiving the sample, and performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing multiple assays. The device may comprise one or more modules that may be capable of performing one or more of a sample preparation, sample assay, and detection step. The device may be capable of performing the steps using a small volume of sample.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: Theranos, Inc., a Delaware Corporation
    Inventors: Elizabeth Holmes, Sunny Balwani
  • Patent number: 8392585
    Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for connecting an electronic device to a network. In some situations, the electronic device connects to a first network provider and pings a first server having a static internet protocol address and a second server having a dedicated uniform resource locator. If the electronic device receives a response from the first and second server, the electronic device maintains its connection to the first network provider. Otherwise, the electronic device connects to a second network provider and pings the first and second servers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Theranos, Inc.
    Inventor: Sunny Balwani