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Novel Neutron and Gamma Radiation Dosimeter Using Alanine-Based Dual Detection
Advantages Detects both neutron and gamma radiation using just one device Works passively without requiring any power during radiation exposure Stores radiation exposure data reliably for future analysis and review Simplifies monitoring in nuclear, medical, defence, and space environments Summary Mixed radiation environments including nuclear...
Published: 5/5/2026   |   Updated: 4/20/2026   |   Inventor(s): Omololu Makinde, Nathan Gallant
Keywords(s): Sensors
Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Electronics Sensors, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Electrical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Spectroscopy
Rapid Detection of an Anthrax Biomarker by Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
NU 2006-092 Inventors Richard Van Duyne* Olga Lyandres Matthew Young Xiaoyu Zhang Alyson Whitney Jing Zhao Jeffrey Elam Short Description Highly sensitive biosensor for detection of anthrax-causing bacterium with field use capabilities Abstract Northwestern researchers have created a surface-enhanced Raman biosensor for use in detecting...
Published: 4/15/2026   |   Updated: 4/15/2026   |   Inventor(s):  
Keywords(s): Devices, Diagnostics, Health IT, Imaging, Medical device, Sensors
Category(s): Life Sciences > Healthcare Devices, Tools & IT
In Vitro Culture Model of Anisotropic to Isotropic Transition
RPI ID: 2015-010-401 / 2015-010-601 Innovation Summary: A hybrid biomaterial platform integrates aligned electrospun fiber regions with adjacent isotropic film surfaces on a single culture substrate, creating a controlled anisotropic‑to‑isotropic boundary that models lesion‑edge transitions found in injured tissues such as spinal cord, tendon, and...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Updated: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Gregory Desmond, Ryan Gilbert, Christopher Rivet, Jonathan Zuidema
Keywords(s): Architecture, Binaural Sound Localization, Biomedical Engineering, Echo Cancellation, Echo suppression, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, IT Hardware, Precedence Effect Model, Robotics, Sensors, Simulation and Modeling, Software
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
Active control for street lights to minimize light pollution
RPI ID: 2018-053-401 Innovation Summary: This system reduces sky glow by monitoring cloud coverage and adjusting outdoor lighting output when clouds are at or below a set threshold. A control unit receives sensor data, decides against a policy whether to dim and shift spectra, and commands light sources capable of variable intensity and wavelength....
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Updated: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Mark Rea, Andrew Bierman, John Bullough
Keywords(s): connective lighting, LED, Light pollution, Sensors, street lighting
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
Smart visual display
RPI ID: 2020-002-401 Innovation Summary: A smart visual display system integrates an ambient detection module capable of sensing characteristics of ambient light relative to specific portions of the display area. This enables dynamic adjustment of display parameters to optimize visibility and energy efficiency. The system may include computing devices...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Updated: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Michael Shur
Keywords(s): color rendition, Sensors, smart display
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
Micropixel Free Space Optical Space Communications Transceiver
RPI ID: 2017-023-401 Innovation Summary: This invention relates to methods and devices for transceiving light via display devices, enabling bidirectional optical communication. The light source array can operate in multiple duplexing modes: full-space-division, half-space-division, and time-division duplexing. By integrating communication...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Updated: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): BASSEM FAHS, Robert, Jr. Karlicek
Keywords(s): 5G Communications, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, camera/lens, Chip manufacturing, Computer Science, displays, Electrical, Engineering, Integrated circuit, IT Hardware, LED/lighting, LiFi, media, micro-pixel, motion tracking, network management, Optical wireless systems, Photonics, photonics/microelectronics, security, Semiconductors, Sensors, smart systems, terahertz, tranceivers, Video, VLC, wearables
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Strategic Design of Driving and Sensing Through Magnetically Induced Strain for a Resonant MEMS Device and a Resonant MEMS Array
Advantages Enables magnetic-field-based tuning of MEMS resonance frequency and amplitude Supports non-contact actuation using external AC or DC magnetic fields Improves post-CMOS compatibility using magnetostrictive structural materials Enables multifunctional MEMS devices for sensing, tuning, and energy applications Summary Conventional MEMS...
Published: 5/5/2026   |   Updated: 1/15/2026   |   Inventor(s): Ugur Guneroglu, Mian Wei, Adnan Zaman, Jing Wang
Keywords(s): Sensors, Telecommunication / Wireless Communication
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering > Electrical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Electronics, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Electronics Sensors, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Electronics Telecommunications
A New Method for Dual Detection of Magnetic and Dielectric Signals from Core/Shell Nanoparticles for Advanced Biodetection and Diagnostics
Advantages Simultaneously detects magnetic and dielectric signals from core/shell nanoparticles with high sensitivity. Provides rapid, real-time biodetection in microfluidic systems using minimal sample volumes. Accurately differentiates healthy and cancer cells through enhanced signal responsiveness. Easily integrates into scalable biomedical...
Published: 5/5/2026   |   Updated: 12/1/2025   |   Inventor(s): Manh-Huong Phan, Kee Young Hwang, T. Lee, Minh Nguyen, Supawitch Hoijang, Dakota Brown
Keywords(s): Biomarker, Nanotechnology, Sensors
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology
Soft Bio-Integrated Catheter System
NU 2020-150 INVENTORS John Rogers (Northwestern University, Department of Materials Science and Engineering)* Igor Efimov (Northwestern University, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Medicine)* Roozbeh Ghaffari (Northwestern University, Department of Biomedical Engineering)* Mengdi Han SHORT DESCRIPTION This novel catheter platform delivers...
Published: 5/4/2026   |   Updated: 11/7/2025   |   Inventor(s):  
Keywords(s): Gene therapy, Sensors
Category(s): Life Sciences > Healthcare Devices, Tools & IT
Flexible Nanophotonic Cavity-Enhanced Infrared Photodetectors Employing Double Quantum Wells
Double-quantum-well infrared photodetectors (DQWIPs) integrated with nanophotonic cavities enable highly responsive mid-infrared detection through enhanced intersubband absorption in the thin semiconductor heterostructure. Additionally, the technology is compatible with flexible substrates. Background: Quantum Well Infrared Photodetectors (QWIPs)...
Published: 4/16/2026   |   Updated: 10/22/2025   |   Inventor(s): Peter Liu, Puspita Paul
Keywords(s): Imaging: Medical Imaging, Instrumentation, Night vision and thermal imaging, Optics, Research Tool, Sensors, Surveillance, Technologies
Category(s): Campus > University at Buffalo, Technology Classifications > Electronics, Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Semiconductor Devices and Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Quantum Computing
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