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Directed evolution for Membranes Development in 3 Dimensions
RPI ID: 2021-036-201 Innovation Summary: Directed evolution techniques are applied to develop three-dimensional membrane structures with enhanced permeability and selectivity. The system uses iterative mutation and selection cycles to optimize membrane protein configurations. It supports applications in filtration, sensing, and biointerfaces. The method...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Joel Plawsky, Mirco Sorci, Chenyu Guan, Georges Belfort
Keywords(s): bioprocessing, food processing, membrane microfiltration, Separations
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
Wickless Heat Pipes Using Binary Liquid Mixtures
RPI ID: 2024-021-301 Innovation Summary: This technology introduces a wickless heat pipe system designed to transfer thermal energy efficiently without relying on traditional wick structures. The system utilizes a novel internal geometry and fluid dynamics to enable capillary-free heat transport. The manufacturing method supports scalable production...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Joel Plawsky
Keywords(s): heat pipes, Interfacial Phenomena, Microelectronics Cooling
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
Fused particle membranes for filtration: Material and methods
RPI ID: 2023-016-301 Innovation Summary: This technology introduces filtration systems using fused particle membranes that offer enhanced mechanical strength and selective permeability. The membranes are formed by thermally bonding particles into a porous structure, allowing precise control over pore size and distribution. The system is suitable for...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Surya Karla, Joel Plawsky, Georges Belfort
Keywords(s): Desalination, fouling, Membranes, Polymeric membranes
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences