Novel Sargassum-Based Polymer Composite Filaments for 3D Printing
Figure 1: Examples of prints made with Sargassum loaded filament
Invention Summary:
As a direct effect of ocean warming and nutrient enrichment, tons of brown macroalgae known as sargassum, have been accumulating on shores throughout the Caribbean Sea, Florida, Mexico, and the Bahamas since 2011. These unprecedented annual events have...
Published: 9/29/2023
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Inventor(s): David Salas De La Cruz, Omar Movil-Cabrera
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Ag Biotech, Technology Classifications > Agriculture, Technology Classifications > Biomaterials, Technology Classifications > Consumer & Household Goods, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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ESMM Biosensor for Personalized Phagocytosis Quantification in Infections
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A) Biosensor cross-sectional schematic demonstrating phagocyte with microparticles through sensing region B) Corresponding bipolar pulse generated with each passage of the cell C) Top view of biosensor where magnetic is placed on side to generate field and to modulate the cell speed
Invention Summary:
Point-of-care biomedical technologies...
Published: 9/20/2023
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Inventor(s): Umer Hassan, Corey Norton
Keywords(s): Biosensor
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Electronics/Semiconductor
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Dynamic Light Spectrum Absorption Eyewear
A perspective view of some components of eyewear
Invention Summary:
Chromotherapy or Colorology is a known holistic or alternative treatment which has been used for healing and psychological well-being of an individual. Qualitative and quantitative data exists that demonstrates the impact of color on an individual’s psychological...
Published: 9/20/2023
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Inventor(s): Glenn Amatucci, Alexandra Amatucci
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Energy & Battery, Technology Classifications > Healthcare & Life Sciences
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In situ formation of 2D nanoparticles within elastomers for electromechanical sensing and flexible pressure pad
Adding graphite and elastomer to batch mixer for in situ exfoliation
Invention Summary:
It has been known that a material’s electrical, mechanical, and chemical properties can be enhanced with the addition of graphene nanoparticles. Typically, the nanoparticles are created separately from the bulk material and are injected into...
Published: 9/14/2023
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Inventor(s): Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi, Ali Ashraf, MD Rahman, Nazmul Islam
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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The HμB (High-Efficiency μ-Fluidic Barrier)
Figure 1. The Hμb being used with a conventional microscope stage.
Invention Summary:
In the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries, it is pertinent to screen for safety and dosage efficacy of developed drugs and compounds. These experiments can be costly and use equipment that can only be operated by skilled technicians and...
Published: 9/13/2023
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Inventor(s): Maribel Vazquez, Juan Pena-Carvajal
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Diagnostics, Technology Classifications > Healthcare & Life Sciences, Technology Classifications > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Research Tools
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Complexes of N-heterocylic carbenes for hydro-functionalization reactions
Structures of Cu-NHC Complexes. Note that the same structures are available for Ag-NHC and Au-NHC
Invention Summary:
Unsymmetrical N-heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs) hold pivotal significance in modern catalysis and material science due to their versatile and tunable properties. Their unique electronic and steric attributes enable tailored...
Published: 9/12/2023
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Inventor(s): Michal Szostak, Qun Zhao, Mahbubur Rahman
Keywords(s): Catalysts
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Catalysts
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On-line Analytical Workflow for Automated Monitoring of mAb Glycosylation during Biomanufacturing
Schematic of N-GLYcanyzer PAT Workflow for Integrated Upstream Analysis of Monoclonal Antibody Titer and N-linked Glycosylation
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Continuous process for biologic manufacturing in biopharmaceutical industry relies on prompt feedback of process parameters for decision making as they may quickly influence the critical quality...
Published: 9/1/2023
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Inventor(s): Shishir Chundawat, Aron Gyorgypal
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering
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Microparticles and Machine Learning Detect Surface Receptors in a Multifrequency Microfluidic Cytometer
Graphical overview depicts the detection of electrically-sensitive cell membrane receptors: (A) Microparticles with varied aluminum oxide-coatings (20nm and 10nm) are (B) coated with specific antibodies (anti-CD66b for 20 nm, anti-CD11b for 10nm) to (C) target inflammatory neutrophil receptors, resulting in cell-particle conjugates indicating...
Published: 9/1/2023
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Inventor(s): Umer Hassan, Mehdi Javanmard, Brandon Ashley
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Healthcare & Life Sciences, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering
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Flexible Electronics and Sensors from Ion-Containing Polysaccharides
Top - The initial shape-fixing ratio of the cellulose polymer.
Bottom- The shape-recovery ratio of the cellulose polymer after one week at room temperature.
Invention Summary:
Sustainable materials have become attractive to reduce carbon footprint. Cellulose is a biobased material that is renewable and economical. Recent discoveries...
Published: 9/19/2023
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Inventor(s): David Salas De La Cruz, Kevin Miller
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Biomaterials, Technology Classifications > Electronics/Semiconductor, Technology Classifications > Energy & Battery, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Sensors
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Engineered Hydrolases for Biofuel Production from Cellulosic Biomass
Cellulases with mutations to supercharge the CBM (D3, D4) degrade 2.5-fold more cellulose after 48 hours at elevated temperatures
Invention Summary:
Cellulosic biomass is a substantial fuel source with ~200 billion tons of plant biomass produced yearly. However, releasing sugars from biomass by enzymatic degradation using Carbohydrate Active...
Published: 8/8/2023
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Inventor(s): Shishir Chundawat, Bhargava Nemmaru, Antonio De Chellis, Deanne Sammond
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Energy & Battery
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