Patents by Inventor William Donahue

William Donahue 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: 11911195
    Abstract: Embodiments can provide a visual indicator system, attachable to a medical imaging patient bed. The visual indicator system comprising: one or more light strips, each light strip comprising a plurality of lights; a distance meter, attachable to one end of the medical imaging patient bed; a storage device, configured to store one or more preconfigured finger gestures; and a microcontroller. The one or more light strips are attachable to the medical imaging patient bed; wherein the microcontroller is configured to illuminate the one or more light strips after the one or more preconfigured finger gestures are made with respect to the one or more light strips. A position of the illumination of the light strip corresponds to a position of performing the one or more preconfigured finger gestures and one or more distance measurements received from the distance meter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin Fritsch, Ansgar Graw, Michael Zochowski, Evan Qi, William Danziger, Benedict Donahue, Patanit Sanpitak
  • Patent number: 10731212
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions, and kits for targeted sequencing of polynucleotides with high accuracy and low amplification and sequencing errors and bias.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: William Donahue, Francois Vigneault
  • Publication number: 20190360045
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions, and kits for targeted sequencing of polynucleotides with high accuracy and low amplification and sequencing errors and bias.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2019
    Publication date: November 28, 2019
    Inventors: William Donahue, Francois Vigneault
  • Patent number: 10421999
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions, and kits for targeted sequencing of polynucleotides with high accuracy and low amplification and sequencing errors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: William Donahue, Francois Vigneault
  • Publication number: 20160201124
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions, and kits for targeted sequencing of polynucleotides with high accuracy and low amplification and sequencing errors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: William Donahue, Francois Vigneault
  • Publication number: 20090317875
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved system for linking nucleic acids to one another. In particular, the present invention provides techniques for producing DNA product molecules that may be easily and directly ligated to recipient molecules. The product molecules need not be cleaved with restriction enzymes in order to undergo such ligation. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the DNA product molecules are produced through iterative DNA synthesis reactions, so that the product molecules are amplified products. The invention further provides methods for directed ligation of product molecules (i.e., for selective ligation of certain molecules within a collection of molecules), and also for methods of exon shuffling, in which multiple different product molecules are produced in a single ligation reaction. Preferred embodiments of the invention involve ligation of product molecules encoding functional protein domains, particularly domains naturally found in conserved gene families.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2009
    Publication date: December 24, 2009
    Applicant: TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: KEVIN A. JARRELL, VINCENT W. COLJEE, WILLIAM DONAHUE, SVETLANA MIKHEEVA
  • Patent number: 7579146
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved system for linking nucleic acids to one another. In particular, the present invention provides techniques for producing DNA product molecules that may be easily and directly ligated to recipient molecules. The product molecules need not be cleaved with restriction enzymes in order to undergo such ligation. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the DNA product molecules are produced through iterative DNA synthesis reactions, so that the product molecules are amplified products. The invention further provides methods for directed ligation of product molecules (i.e., for selective ligation of certain molecules within a collection of molecules), and also for methods of exon shuffling, in which multiple different product molecules are produced in a single ligation reaction. Preferred embodiments of the invention involve ligation of product molecules encoding functional protein domains, particularly domains naturally found in conserved gene families.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2009
    Assignee: Trustees of Boston University
    Inventors: Kevin A. Jarrell, Vincent W. Coljee, William Donahue, Svetlana Mikheeva
  • Patent number: 7439021
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved system for linking nucleic acids to one another. In particular, the present invention provides techniques for producing DNA product molecules that may be easily and directly ligated to recipient molecules. The product molecules need not be cleaved with restriction enzymes in order to undergo such ligation. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the DNA product molecules are produced through iterative DNA synthesis reactions, so that the product molecules are amplified products. The invention further provides methods for directed ligation of product molecules (i.e., for selective ligation of certain molecules within a collection of molecules), and also for methods of exon shuffling, in which multiple different product molecules are produced in a single ligation reaction. Preferred embodiments of the invention involve ligation of product molecules encoding functional protein domains, particularly domains naturally found in conserved gene families.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2008
    Assignee: Trustees of Boston University
    Inventors: Kevin A. Jarrell, Vincent W. Coljee, William Donahue, Svetlana Mikheeva
  • Publication number: 20070281526
    Abstract: A modular power distribution unit (PDU) for supplying electric power to attached equipment in environments such as data centers, computer rooms, and communication centers, where power requirements for attached equipment may vary. The power distribution unit includes a frame and one or more user-replaceable power modules, which fit into slots in the frame. Each power module provides one of more plug receptacles for attaching equipment to provide power thereto. The power modules are available in a variety of receptacle types, receptacle numbers, and power rating configurations to accommodate various equipment in a particular environment, as needed. The frame includes an internal connector panel for distributing power from a power source to the power modules when they are inserted in the frame. The power modules may be removed, installed, and interchanged in the frame without interrupting power to other power modules or to the power distribution unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2005
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: William Donahue
  • Patent number: 7285132
    Abstract: A tubular intraluminal prosthesis includes a PTFE or ePTFE tubular structure such as a graft, and a tubular diametrically deformable stent circumferentially surrounding the tubular structure. The diametrically deformable stent includes a polymeric coating which allows for attachment to the tubular graft structure and enhances the biocompatibility and integrity of the composite prosthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2007
    Assignee: Scimed Life Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: David Tseng, William Donahue, Bruce A. Parsons
  • Publication number: 20070237999
    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an integrated SOFC stack including, a first cell having a cathode layer, an electrolyte layer overlying the cathode layer, and an anode layer overlying the electrolyte layer. The SOFC stack also includes a second cell having a cathode layer, an electrolyte layer overlying the cathode layer, and an anode overlying the electrolyte layer. The SOFC stack further includes a ceramic interconnect layer between the first cell and the second cell, the ceramic interconnect layer having a first high temperature bonding region along the interfacial region between the first cell and the ceramic interconnect layer. The ceramic interconnect layer also includes a second high temperature bonding region along the interfacial region between the second cell and the ceramic interconnect layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2007
    Publication date: October 11, 2007
    Applicant: SAINT-GOBAIN CERAMICS & PLASTICS, INC.
    Inventors: William Donahue, Oh-Hun Kwon, F. Mahoney, John Pietras
  • Publication number: 20060105358
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved system for linking nucleic acids to one another. In particular, the present invention provides techniques for producing DNA product molecules that may be easily and directly ligated to recipient molecules. The product molecules need not be cleaved with restriction enzymes in order to undergo such ligation. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the DNA product molecules are produced through iterative DNA synthesis reactions, so that the product molecules are amplified products. The invention further provides methods for directed ligation of product molecules (i.e., for selective ligation of certain molecules within a collection of molecules), and also for methods of exon shuffling, in which multiple different product molecules are produced in a single ligation reaction. Preferred embodiments of the invention involve ligation of product molecules encoding functional protein domains, particularly domains naturally found in conserved gene families.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2005
    Publication date: May 18, 2006
    Inventors: Kevin Jarrell, Vincent Coljee, William Donahue, Svetlana Mikheeva
  • Publication number: 20050191623
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved system for linking nucleic acids to one another. In particular, the present invention provides techniques for producing DNA product molecules that may be easily and directly ligated to recipient molecules. The product molecules need not be cleaved with restriction enzymes in order to undergo such ligation. In preferred embodiments of the invention, the DNA product molecules are produced through iterative DNA synthesis reactions, so that the product molecules are amplified products. The invention further provides methods for directed ligation of product molecules (i.e., for selective ligation of certain molecules within a collection of molecules), and also for methods of exon shuffling, in which multiple different product molecules are produced in a single ligation reaction. Preferred embodiments of the invention involve ligation of product molecules encoding functional protein domains, particularly domains naturally found in conserved gene families.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2001
    Publication date: September 1, 2005
    Inventors: Kevin Jarrell, Vincent Coljee, William Donahue, Svetlana Mikheeva
  • Publication number: 20050170678
    Abstract: A modular power distribution unit (PDU) for supplying electric power to attached equipment in environments such as data centers, computer rooms, and communication centers, where power requirements for attached equipment may vary. The power distribution unit includes a frame and one or more user-replaceable power modules, which fit into slots in the frame. Each power module provides one of more plug receptacles for attaching equipment to provide power thereto. The power modules are available in a variety of receptacle types, receptacle numbers, and power rating configurations to accommodate various equipment in a particular environment, as needed. The frame includes an internal connector panel for distributing power from a power source to the power modules when they are inserted in the frame. The power modules may be removed, installed, and interchanged in the frame without interrupting power to other power modules or to the power distribution unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2005
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventor: William Donahue
  • Publication number: 20050019636
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a solid oxide fuel cell stack. The solid oxide fuel cell stack includes at least two solid oxide fuel cells. The two solid oxide fuel cells share a common electrode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2004
    Publication date: January 27, 2005
    Inventors: Oh-Hun Kwon, William Donahue, Marc Abouaf, Christophe Coureau, F. Michael Mahoney
  • Publication number: 20040225236
    Abstract: The invention disclosed includes a head gear to be worn when it is desirable to have an indication of the wearer's head motion or position. The head gear may be incorporated into an existing article of head wear. The incorporation may be permanent, or the head gear may be alternatively attached to various articles of head wear. Integral with the head gear are motion and/or position sensing devices to indicate the motion or position of the wearer's head. The data from the sensors may be fed into a digital processor to process the sensed data and derive a signal indicative of the wearer's head motion or position. Some embodiments employ a programmable processor to adapt the head gear to a variety of applications. The signal indicative of head motion or position may be fed into an indicator to provide the wearer with a recognizable feedback signal indicative of head motion or position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2004
    Publication date: November 11, 2004
    Applicant: Creative Sports Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Winthrop Wheeler, Mark William Donahue, Roger David Socci, Robert L. Wakenight, Olin Glenn Lathrop, Robert Jonathan Schmidt
  • Patent number: D672622
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Inventor: David William Donahue
  • Patent number: D1018761
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: Crimson Trace Corporation
    Inventors: Tim Meissen, William A. Planck, Michael Lindsay, Brian Steere, Michael Cottrell, Ryan Donahue, Cale Johanning, Shane Ball
  • Patent number: D1018762
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: Crimson Trace Corporation
    Inventors: Tim Meissen, William A. Planck, Michael Lindsay, Brian Steere, Michael Cottrell, Ryan Donahue, Cale Johanning, Shane Ball
  • Patent number: D1018763
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: Crimson Trace Corporation
    Inventors: William A. Planck, Tim Meissen, Michael Cottrell, Ryan Donahue, John Oller