Patents by Inventor Zhong Q. Wang

Zhong Q. Wang 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: 20150299954
    Abstract: A new composition of nanosized bagasse fibers has been made by a method which reduces the sugarcane bagasse fibers to nano-sized particles while retaining the natural components of the bagasse. The resulting bagasse particles were shown to be effective as a nutritional supplement in a mouse model to aid in glucose control and body weight. Using the bagasse nanofibers, the addition of 5 to 10% fiber did not change the color or texture of food products. Moreover, the bagasse powder has a natural color and absorbs color evenly so that it could be used as a natural foundation material for cosmetic products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Publication date: October 22, 2015
    Applicant: Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
    Inventors: Kun Lian, William T. Cefalu, Zhong Q. Wang
  • Publication number: 20120028893
    Abstract: Expression of the E4 orf 1 gene of Ad-36 alone has been discovered to be responsible for the increased insulin sensitivity observed in Ad-36 infected animals, including increased adipogenesis. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein can be used to increase insulin sensitivity and ameliorate diabetes. Additionally, drugs that mimic the action of Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein could be found. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 could also be used to increase fat cells in lipodystrophy. We have also discovered that Ad-36 infection in human skeletal muscle cells increased differentiation and insulin independent glucose uptake. It is expected that infection with Ad-36 E4 orf 1 gene will also cause these effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Applicants: Wayne State University, Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University & Agricultural & Mechanical College
    Inventors: Nikhil V. Dhurandhar, Thomas C. Holland, Zhong Q. Wang
  • Patent number: 8008436
    Abstract: Expression of the E4 orf 1 gene of Ad-36 alone has been discovered to be responsible for the increased insulin sensitivity observed in Ad-36 infected animals, including increased adipogenesis. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein can be used to increase insulin sensitivity and ameliorate diabetes. Additionally, drugs that mimic the action of Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein could be found. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 could also be used to increase fat cells in lipodystrophy. We have also discovered that Ad-36 infection in human skeletal muscle cells increased differentiation and insulin independent glucose uptake. It is expected that infection with Ad-36 E4 orf 1 gene will also cause these effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignees: Wayne State Univeristy, Board of Sup. of LSU and Agr. & Mechanical College
    Inventors: Nikhil V. Dhurandhar, Thomas C. Holland, Zhong Q. Wang
  • Publication number: 20090264356
    Abstract: Expression of the E4 orf 1 gene of Ad-36 alone has been discovered to be responsible for the increased insulin sensitivity observed in Ad-36 infected animals, including increased adipogenesis. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein can be used to increase insulin sensitivity and ameliorate diabetes. Additionally, drugs that mimic the action of Ad-36 E4 orf 1 protein could be found. Ad-36 E4 orf 1 could also be used to increase fat cells in lipodystrophy. We have also discovered that Ad-36 infection in human skeletal muscle cells increased differentiation and insulin independent glucose uptake. It is expected that infection with Ad-36 E4 orf 1 gene will also cause these effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2006
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Inventors: Nikhil V. Dhurandhar, Thomas C. Holland, Zhong Q. Wang
  • Publication number: 20080227753
    Abstract: A new composition of nanosized bagasse fibers has been made by a method which reduces the sugarcane bagasse fibers to nano-sized particles while retaining the natural components of the bagasse. The resulting bagasse particles were shown to be effective as a nutritional supplement in a mouse model to aid in glucose control and body weight. Using the bagasse nanofibers, the addition of 5 to 10% fiber did not change the color or texture of food products. Moreover, the bagasse powder has a natural color and absorbs color evenly so that it could be used as a natural foundation material for cosmetic products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventors: Kun Lian, William T. Cefalu, Zhong Q. Wang