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Photo-Grafting Stimuli-Responsive Polymers for Enhanced Substrates

Invention Description Conventional fiber optic surface modifications rely on porous silica substrates, which are brittle and optically limited. While polymers such as PMMA and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) offer superior mechanical flexibility and optical clarity, their relatively inert surfaces resist functionalization via traditional methods. ...

Published: 3/19/2026 | Updated: 3/19/2026 | Inventor(s): Jose Gonzalez, Paul Westerhoff, Jeffrey Self, Rashmi Dona

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Chemical/Biological Sensors, Environmental Remediation/Wastewater Treatment, Physical Science

Enhanced Desorption System for Atmospheric Water Capture

Invention Description Because the atmosphere is a vast source of fresh water (estimates put it at around six times more than the combined total in lakes and rivers), atmospheric water harvesting (AWH) is being pursued as a viable tool to meet future global water challenges. There are various AWH devices including fog capture, desiccant-based (adsorber)...

Published: 3/17/2026 | Updated: 3/16/2026 | Inventor(s): Patrick Phelan, Shubham Shrivastava, Gokul Chandrasekaran, Mona Rafat, Shahnawaz Sinha

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Category(s): Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology

Recyclable Crosslinked Semicrystaline Photopolymers

Invention Description Commercial photoresins predominantly rely on (meth)acrylate-based formulations, which offer fast gelation rates, tunable crosslink densities/material properties, and relatively cost-effective production. Their popularity and demand is evidenced by the 27,000 metric tons of photoresins that were produced, globally, in 2023. Unfortunately,...

Published: 3/6/2026 | Updated: 3/6/2026 | Inventor(s): Kailong Jin, Saleh Alfarhan

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science

Green Synthesis of Biodegradable Cross-linked Polymeric Materials

Invention Description Because of their insulating and porous physical properties, polyurethanes are excellent materials for use in cushions and mattresses, insulation, packaging, acoustic absorbers and more. However, polyurethane synthesis requires catalysts, isocyanates and other agents which can be toxic and release concerning VOCs. In addition,...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 2/19/2026 | Inventor(s): Hannah Knipmeyer, Ryan Trovitch

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Biomaterials, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Medical Devices, Physical Science, Environmental

Evaluating Asphalt Aging and Additive Effects

Invention Description In the field of infrastructure and material science, accurately predicting the lifespan of binders and coatings is essential for managing long-term maintenance costs and durability. Current chemical aging measurement techniques look at the "carbonyl index," which acts as a molecular fingerprint for how much a material...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 2/12/2026 | Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Albert Hung

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science

Nanomaterial-Driven Healing in Healthy and Diabetic Wounds

Invention Description Chronic and slow-healing wounds, particularly in diabetic and obese patients, pose a significant global, medical, and economic burden due to poor healing outcomes and limited effective treatments. Post-operative complications such as intestinal adhesions further complicate recovery and emphasize the need for targeted wound therapies. ...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 1/26/2026 | Inventor(s): Kaushal Rege, Sudhakar Godeshala, Jordan Yaron

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Biological Nanotechnology, Biomaterials, Life Science (All LS Techs), Medical Devices

System and Method for Micromechanics Simulation

Invention Description Heterogeneous composite materials, such as ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), are increasingly employed in high-temperature and extreme-environment applications due to their superior specific strength, thermal stability, and damage tolerance. The macroscopic response of these materials is governed by complex interactions among...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 1/26/2026 | Inventor(s): Mohamed Hamza, Aditi Chattopadhyay

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science

Spatial-Temporal Early Fatigue Prediction in Additively Manufactured Metals

Invention Description Additive manufacturing (AM) can transform the production of engineered components, offering performance advantages over traditional methods. Metallic cellular materials produced by AM are of growing interest for aerospace, biomedical, and automotive applications due to their lightweight and multifunctional nature. Fatigue life...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 1/7/2026 | Inventor(s): Tyler Smith, Dhruv Bhate, Shenghan Guo

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Physical Science, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical

Surface Functionalization of Polyurethane Foams for Enhanced Oil Absorption

Invention Description In the global market, polyurethanes (PU) are seeing a surge in popularity, particularly in the form of covalently crosslinked microcellular foams, known as polyurethane foams (PUF). These PUF materials have emerging applications in various crucial sectors such as construction, infrastructure, foam mattresses, and insulation. However,...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 12/29/2025 | Inventor(s): Kamyar Karimi Nikoo, Timothy Long, Cameron Pascoe

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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental Remediation/Wastewater Treatment, Physical Science

Ultra-Sensitive Wireless Capacitive Nanocomposite-Based Pressure Sensors

Invention Description Wireless capacitive pressure sensors have been widely studied for health monitoring applications including continues monitoring of blood flow in patients suffering from high blood pressure, tracking of bladder pressure in patients with urine incontinence, and monitoring intracranial pressure in patients experiencing traumatic...

Published: 2/26/2026 | Updated: 12/12/2025 | Inventor(s): Layla Khalifehzadeh, Hamed Arami, Seyedamin Hashemi, Saman Ebrahimibasabi, Mostafa Sajjadi

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Category(s): Wearable, Medical Diagnostics/Sensors, Medical Devices, Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology

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