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Crosslinkable Resins from Glycerol-Derived Compounds
The Problem: The integration of plastic waste in crosslinkable resin production remains underexplored, representing a significant missed opportunity for promoting recycling and waste management. Conventional crosslinkable resin production methods often rely on expensive and non-renewable raw materials, limiting scalability and scope of application....
Published: 11/5/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Mousumi Rani Bepari
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing
Methods of Converting PVC to Elastomers
The Problem: PVC is the third most produced plastic globally and is used in many applications, such as clean water, due to its versatility. Nevertheless, the chlorine atoms within PVC, and the presence of additives can make it very difficult to recycle. Current thermomechanical methods of recycling PVC often result in quality degradation that limits...
Published: 10/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Paul Rupar
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Manufacturing
Photocurable PVC-Containing for 3D Printing
The Problem: Recycling of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) faces significant hurdles due to the complex composition of post-consumer products and limited collection of PVC. PVC, the third most manufactured plastic in the world, requires recycling methods that rely on energy intensive processes and contaminate recycling streams. A lack of widespread markets...
Published: 12/14/2023   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Pravin Shinde, Ali Al Alshaikh, Kathryn O'Harra
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Arts & Media
Glycerol-Derived Solvents for Extraction of Metal Cations
The Problem: The demand for efficient and sustainable methods of metal extraction, particularly for lithium, is rapidly increasing due to the growing need for batteries in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. Current approaches to lithium extraction, such as evaporation ponds and chemical precipitation, can be environmentally damaging, energy-intensive,...
Published: 10/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Steven Weinman
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Transportation
Eco-friendly solvents for organosolv pulping of lignocellulosic biomass into value-added aromatics
The Problem: Lignins are macromolecules derived from wood, are the most abundant, renewable source for aromatic chemicals, and can be transformed into a compound with commercial potential, such as, fine chemicals, pharmaceutical ingredients, and sustainable aviation fuels. Current commercial technologies for chemical pulping of wood chips breakdown...
Published: 10/3/2024   |   Inventor(s): James Pierog -Sheehan, Jason Bara
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications > Healthcare
Transformative Method for Recycling Esters and Urethanes
The Problem: Polyurethane is a versatile polymer used for applications in industries such as footwear, construction materials, and many other products. Polyester, another synthetic material, is commonly used in textiles, packaging, electronics, and other industrial uses. Both these plastics end up as landfill waste and can release harmful chemicals...
Published: 11/5/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Kathryn O'Harra, Mousumi Rani Bepari
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Materials
Ionene-based Star Polymers
­The Problem: Star polymers exhibit unique physical and chemical properties that can be used as a stabilizing agent in complex formulation, cosmetics, and adhesives, whereas linear polymers can be used as membranes to separate components or used in battery fuel cells. Although both are useful, they have restrictions. They are not easily controllable...
Published: 10/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Kathryn O'Harra
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Transportation, Technology Classifications > Healthcare, Technology Classifications > Lifestyle & Leisure, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing
Intraocular Optic Capture Device (IOCD)
Competitive Advantages Made of FDA approved material Minimal incision required Compatible with single-piece IOL’s including premium lenses Allows re-fixation of dislocated toric IOL’s Summary A device called Intraocular Optic Capture Device (IOCD) was developed by USF researchers for IOL re-fixation. The first of its kind, this...
Published: 7/18/2023   |   Inventor(s): Jason So
Keywords(s): Health Tech, Medical Devices, Optics and Imaging
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Medical > Ophthalmology, Technology Classifications > Medical > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Medical
Imidazole-Containing Polymer Membranes and Methods of Use
The Problem: Amid growing concerns over the billions of tons of annual CO2 emissions contributing to the global climate change crisis, significant efforts are underway to curb emissions. Energy-efficient capture of CO2 is an incredibly challenging process due to the low concentrations, and partial pressures of CO2 typically encountered at power plants...
Published: 2/27/2023   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Matthew Shannon
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Materials