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Novel Compounds for Treatment of Parasitic Infections
African Trypanosomiasis, also known as “sleeping sickness,” is caused by microscopic parasites transmitted to humans by the Tsetse fly, found in rural Africa. It is a serious public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa, with around 10,000 new cases each year. This serious disease is fatal if left untreated, however, the currently available...
Published: 10/8/2024   |   Inventor(s): Daniel Whitehead, James Morris, Chandima Narangoda
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Category(s): Biomedical Sciences
Biodegradable Polymers for Pollutant Remediation and Toxin Reduction (2013-054)
This innovation is the process of using poly(lactic) (PLA) particles equipped with appropriate functional groups that allow the complex to effectively sequester specific pollutants via chemical reactions. This technology’s ability to address complex mixtures of contaminants utilizing an environmentally safe method results in odor absorbing applications,...
Published: 10/8/2024   |   Inventor(s): Daniel Whitehead, Frank Alexis
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Category(s): Advanced Materials