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Fine-Tune Cellulose Crystals in Biocomposites
Morphology change from crystalline (I. Pure Cellulose) to amorphous (III. coagulated in water) or semi-crystalline (IV. coagulated in H2O2) Invention Summary: Natural materials such as cellulose or silk can be used in a multitude of applications such as electrolyte batteries, filters, drug delivery systems and scaffolds for tissue engineering....
Published: 10/21/2024   |   Inventor(s): David Salas-De La Cruz, Xiao Hu, Stacy Love, David Verrill
Keywords(s): Biomaterials, Chemical and petrochemical industry, Membranes, Nanotechnology
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
2018-910 Prediction of Cardiac Arrest Using Continuous Electrocardiogram
SUMMARYUCLA researchers in the Geffen School of Medicine have developed a method to accurately and timely predict cardiac arrest in hospital patients based on a patient’s own data. This method allows for fewer and more relevant alarms that improve the chance of survival from a cardiac arrest episode.BACKGROUNDIn the United States, over 200,000...
Published: 7/19/2023   |   Inventor(s): Duc Do, Noel Boyle, Alan Kuo, Xiao Hu
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Category(s): Software & Algorithms > Digital Health, Medical Devices > Monitoring And Recording Systems, Therapeutics > Cardiovascular
Methods of Modifying Cellulose Crystallinity
The use of biomaterials has grown in recent years as applications in the packaging materials, automotive, construction and the biomedical fields has increased. Cellulose, the most widely available natural polymer on earth has significant potential for use in biomaterial applications because it is renewable, more environmentally friendly and less costly...
Published: 9/27/2024   |   Inventor(s): Xiao Hu, David Salas de la Cruz, Stacy Love, David Verrill
Keywords(s): Biomaterials, Biorenewable, Cellulose, Chemistry
Category(s): Engineering > Materials
Neurostimulation Device for the Treatment of Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is a common, complex, and distressing problem that afflicts more than 20 percent (50 million) of the population in the United States and more than 1.9 billion people worldwide. The condition arises from a series of events or injuries, including but not limited to traumatic injury, obesity, congenital disorders, nerve damage and sports injuries....
Published: 11/1/2024   |   Inventor(s): Xue Wei, Jeffrey Hettinger, Xiao Hu, Robert Hirsh
Keywords(s): Biocompatible, Inflammation, Neurostimulation, Pain, Polymers, Protein
Category(s): Human Health Care > Medical Devices
Testing and Analysis System for Loaded Wheel Testers
The Problem: The loaded wheel tester (LWT) testing involves using one or multiple loaded wheels to apply a moving load to an asphalt mixture specimen to measure its performance. LWT is widely used across the globe to evaluate the resistance of asphalt mixtures to rutting and moisture susceptibility. However, very little success has been made regarding...
Published: 9/7/2021   |   Inventor(s): Baoshan Huang, Xiang Shu, Hao Wu
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Category(s): Engineering
Use of Biochar as a Highly Effective Asphalt Binder-Modifier
The Problem: Growing concerns over declining fossil fuel reserves, increased greenhouse gas production, and higher energy costs has led to increased efforts toward generating energy and fuels through renewable organic matter, such as bio-oil derived from pyrolysis. However, the biochar coproduct of pyrolysis is underutilized. The Solution: Researchers...
Published: 3/6/2024   |   Inventor(s): Baoshan Huang, Xiaofei (philip) Ye, Sheng Zhao, Xiang Shu
Keywords(s): Agriculture, BioFuels, Energy, Gas, Plant Biotech
Category(s): Engineering
Fabrication of Air-spun Mori silk-TiO2 Nanofibers for Filtration Applications
TechnologyThe disclosure provides a method, apparatus, and collection to produce micro and nanofibers from an adjustable concentric nozzle. This technique consists of the extrusion of protein solution into an evaporative atmosphere to product nanofibers. Previous solution blow techniques focus on the use and generation of synthetic polymers. This details...
Published: 3/6/2024   |   Inventor(s): Xiao Hu, Xiaoyang Mou
Keywords(s): Extrusion, Fabrics, Filtration, Nanofibers, Nonwovens
Category(s): Engineering > Materials
2005-242 Noninvasive Intracranial Pressure Assessment
Non-invasive Assessment of Intracranial PressureBACKGROUNDIntracranial pressure (ICP) is the pressure exerted by cerebral spinal fluid in the cranium. Elevated ICP can lead to hypertension and respiratory changes, among other things. Established means of measuring ICP rely on invasive, direct procedures that provide access to intracranial space. Despite...
Published: 7/19/2023   |   Inventor(s): Xiao Hu, Neil Martin, Valeriy Nenov
Keywords(s): Bioinformatics, Cns, Diagnostic Markers & Platforms, Medical Devices and Materials, Monitoring And Recording Systems
Category(s): Diagnostic Markers, Medical Devices, Medical Devices > Monitoring And Recording Systems, Therapeutics > CNS and Neurology, Software & Algorithms > Bioinformatics
Dicom/Pacs Compression Techniques
SummaryResearchers led by Xiao Hu from the Department of Surgery at UCLA have created a novel and convenient way to compress and query medical images from a PACS system.BackgroundA picture archiving and communication system (PACS) is a medical imaging technology that provides storage, access, and transmission of different types of medical images. PACS...
Published: 7/19/2023   |   Inventor(s): Xiao Hu, Farzad Buxey, Vesselin Zlatev, Robert Platt Iii
Keywords(s): All Types, Life Science Research Tools, Medical Imaging, Other, Software
Category(s): Life Science Research Tools, Medical Devices > Medical Imaging, Software & Algorithms > Programs
An innovative and non-invasive method for early detection and diagnosis of skin disorders
BackgroundSkin disease is one of the leading causes of global disease burden, affecting millions worldwide. There are at least 15 categories of skin diseases, with acne, fungal skin disease, and skin and subcutaneous disease being the most prevalent. Skin diseases are not only a detriment to the skin and quality of life, but also spread over time. It...
Published: 3/6/2024   |   Inventor(s): Ben Wu, Gina (Ying) Tang, Xiao Hu
Keywords(s): 3D, Diagnosis, Fluorescence, Imaging, Microscopy , Noninvasive, Skin Disease
Category(s): Human Health Care > Biomarkers, Diagnosis and Detection, Research Tools
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