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Nanoscale Metalbeating: Solid-State Transformation of 0D and 1D Gold or other metal Nanoparticles to Anisotropic 2D Morphologies
­Advantages: Consistent transformation of nanoparticles. Scalable production method. More efficient than traditional techniques. Produces high-quality nanomaterials. Summary: Efficient, scalable techniques to produce thin gold layers with controlled properties are essential for advanced applications in electronics, photonics, membrane filtration,...
Published: 9/16/2024   |   Inventor(s): Cai Mike Wang, Huijuan Zhao, Catherine Murphy, Md Rubayat-E Tanjil, Tanuj Gupta, Matthew Gole
Keywords(s): Nanotechnology
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Advance Materials > A/M Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Chemical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology
A Fully Automated, Origami-Inspired Approach for Manufacturing Self-Assembling, Self-Reconfiguring, and Reprogrammable Structures.
An origami-based approach to generate complex shapes by folding magnetically programmed sheets. Problem: Shape-changing materials are desirable in applications such as soft robotics, implantable and wearable devices, minimally invasive medicine, and micromachines. Common control signals used for self-folding, such as temperature, diffusion, and capillary...
Published: 8/14/2024   |   Inventor(s): Cynthia Sung, Gabriel Unger
Keywords(s): Electronic Materials, Nanotechnology, Platform Technology
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Robotics
Dye-Loaded Micelles for Direct Visualization of Colorectal Cancer
A tissue-selective, biocompatible contrast agent enables the visual identification of tumors and tumor margins during procedures Problem: Dye-based chromoendoscopy (DBC) helps endoscopists visualize colorectal mucosa and identify inflammatory polyps that could progress toward colorectal cancer in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). However,...
Published: 8/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Andrew Tsourkas, Ahmad Amirshaghaghi, Zhiliang Cheng, Karthik Sundaram, Yiran Tian
Keywords(s): Bioengineering, Imaging Agents, Nanotechnology, Oncology, Surgery
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Diagnostics, Technology Classifications > Imaging, Technology Classifications > Materials
Photoactivated Selective Release (PHASR) of Droplets from Microwell Arrays
A photoresponsive polymer layer that can be integrated into microfluidic devices for selective release of unique droplets Problem: Droplet microfluidics are used for single molecule detection and analysis, such as isolation of protein biomarkers for monitoring of disease progression. Current techniques for recovering unique molecules or cells from droplet...
Published: 8/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Daeyeon Lee, Junhyong Kim, Yongwon Choi, Syung-Hun Han
Keywords(s): Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning, Microfluidics, Nanotechnology
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemical Processes and Synthesis, Technology Classifications > Research Tools & Reagents
Strategies for Mitigating Acute Side Effects of Lung-Targeted Nanocarriers
Approaches and Design Techniques to Alleviate Coagulation-Related Acute Side Effects of Lung-Targeted Nanocarriers Problem: Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) play a crucial role in drug delivery, enabling targeted drug administration to specific tissues. LNPs tailored for lung-specific delivery often incorporate cationic (positively charged) lipids. Unfortunately,...
Published: 6/26/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jacob Brenner, Vladimir Muzykantov, Jacob Myerson, Oscar Marcos Contreras, Marco Zamora, Serena Omo-Lamai
Keywords(s): Bioengineering, Drug Delivery, Gene Editing, Gene Therapy, Nanotechnology, Platform Technology, Pulmonary
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Therapeutics
Apparatus and Method for continuous Production of Semiconductor Nanoparticles
A continuous-flow injection reactor and a method for continuous material synthesis, including synthesis of nanoparticles Background Nanocrystalline semiconductors have attracted a considerable amount of attention due to their unique physiochemical properties. Recent advances in nanocrystals are having a dramatic impact on the development of next...
Published: 6/17/2024   |   Inventor(s): Chih-hung Chang, Hyungdae Jin, Yu-Wei Su
Keywords(s): Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Inst. (ATAMI), Chemicals / Chemical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Nanotechnology
Category(s): Chemical, Chemistry, Engineering, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Device, Materials Science, Physical Science
Digital Fabrication of a Small Diameter Polymer Optical Waveguide
­Advantages: Leveraging digital fabrication ensures precise production of small diameter polymer optical waveguides. Method seamlessly integrates optical interconnects with electronic circuitry, improving overall efficiency of the system. This technology offers flexibility for diverse applications in computing, communication, and beyond. Summary: Existing...
Published: 5/31/2024   |   Inventor(s): Venkat Bhethanabotla, Thomas Weller, Roger Tipton, John Bentley, Eduardo Rojas
Keywords(s): Additive Manufacturing, Nanotechnology, Optical, Laser, Fiberoptic, Spectroscopy
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics > Electronics Laser, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Additive Manufacturing
New Device Material for a Flexible Chronic Implantable Neural Interface
­Advantages: Superior biocompatibility reduces immune responses. Excellent electrical conductivity enhances signal transmission. Exceptional mechanical strength enables durable and flexible probes. Summary: Implantable neural interfaces (INIs) are devices configured to connect with the human nervous system through electrical means. Such...
Published: 9/3/2024   |   Inventor(s): Stephen Saddow, Chenyin Feng, Christopher Frewin
Keywords(s): Drug Delivery and Nanomedicine, Medical Therapeutics Cell Therapy, Nanotechnology, Neurodegenerative Diseases
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Medical > Biomedical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Medical > Biomaterials, Technology Classifications > Medical > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Medical > Neuroscience
Treating Kidney Disorders via Targeted Nanoparticles
­Advantages: Collagen IV targeted nanoparticles for drug delivery to kidney glomeruli to treat lupus nephritis and other kidney disorders. Therapeutic efficiency: The nanoparticles loaded with prednisone effectively treated lupus nephritis in mice. Reduced systemic toxicity. Summary: Our inventors developed a novel nanoparticle drug delivery...
Published: 5/28/2024   |   Inventor(s): Shyam Mohapatra, Ruisheng Liu
Keywords(s): Nanotechnology, Renal / Kidney
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Medical > Therapeutics
Crystalline Fullerene based Semiconductors
­Advantages: Higher Efficiency: C60-2NH3 interlayers increase PCE to 21.64% in mixed Sn-Pb perovskite solar cells. Improved Stability: (C60-2NH3)Pb2I6 reduces traps and defects, maintaining 90% of its initial efficiency after 2400h. Diverse Applications: Extends beyond photovoltaics to catalysis, transistors, and supercapacitors. Summary: This...
Published: 5/21/2024   |   Inventor(s): Ioannis Spanopoulos, Ali Azmy, Zois Syrgiannis, Anamika Mishra
Keywords(s): Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy, Semiconductors
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment, Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Energy Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Electrical Engineering
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