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Lisa A. Benadom, Fair Oaks Ranch, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120109803System and Method for Verbal Authorization for Fulfillment of a Service - In some embodiments, a verbal authorization system comprises a financial services repository operable to store information identifying one or more financial services provided by a financial enterprise. The financial enterprise provides a financial service of the one or more financial services in response to a written authorization from a client. An eligibility engine is operable to determine whether the client is eligible to apply for verbal authorization status such that the client may provide verbal authorization during a telephone call to a fulfillment representative of the financial enterprise in lieu of the written authorization. A verbal authorization repository is operable to store client authorization information. The client authorization information identifies the client and whether the client has achieved the verbal authorization status.05-03-2012

Lisa A. Brickhaus, St. Charles, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110179379EMERGENCY FACILITY INFORMATION SYSTEM AND METHODS - A method, computer-readable medium, and system for providing communication circuit information from a communication system database of a communications facility information system via a graphical user interface are provided. A reroute option window that includes at least a circuit identifier input field is displayed on the graphical user interface. A circuit identifier entry is received from the circuit identifier input field. The communications system database of the communications facility information system is accessed, and a reroute path of a communication circuit that corresponds to the circuit identifier entry received from the circuit identifier input field is determined. The reroute path of the communication circuit is displayed on the graphical user interface.07-21-2011

Lisa A. Butterick, Wilmington, DE US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090238788DELIVERY OF HYDROGELS AS SPRAYS - A method for delivering β-sheet peptide hydrogels to a target surface by shear-thinning and spraying the peptide hydrogel on the surface is provided. The β-sheet peptide hydrogels can be applied over a range of thicknesses and can cover broad surface areas. The β-sheet peptide hydrogels may also include a therapeutic agent.09-24-2009
20110052692NOVEL HYDROGELS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides novel hydrogels and methods of making and using such hydrogels. The present invention provides hydrogels that may be formed by the self-assembly of peptides in solution. Such self-assembly may be brought about by a change in one or more characteristics of the solution. Characteristics of the solution that may be changed include pH, ionic strength, temperature, and concentration of one or more specific ions. In addition, hydrogels of the invention may be disassembled by changing one or more characteristic of the hydrogel such as pH, ionic strength, temperature, and concentration of one or more specific ions.03-03-2011

Patent applications by Lisa A. Butterick, Wilmington, DE US

Lisa A. Cassis, Nicholasville, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110263518D-Tagatose-Based Compositions and Methods for Preventing and Treating Atherosclerosis, Metabolic Syndrome, and Symptoms Thereof - Pharmaceutical compositions including D-tagatose along with a stilbene or stilbenoid component, or a salt or derivative thereof. Methods of prophylaxis and therapy by administering to a mammal a pharmaceutically effective amount of D-tagatose, optionally in combination with a stilbene or stilbenoid component, or a salt or derivative thereof to prevent or treat atherosclerosis, the metabolic syndrome, obesity, or diabetes.10-27-2011

Lisa A. Colomina, Waconia, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120134953ANTI-MICROBIAL COMPOSITION - Anti-microbial compositions including an anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), at least one short chain alcohol, optional fragrance, and water are provided. The anti-microbial compositions may be used to disinfect both porous and non-porous surfaces. Exemplary compositions may include 0.1-10 wt % of the anti-microbial polymer containing silicon-containing quaternary ammonium groups, 0.1-10 wt % polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), 1.0-20 wt % isopropyl alcohol, optional fragrance, and water.05-31-2012

Lisa A. Delouise, Rochester, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120070886MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - A microfluidic device having a substrate with an array of curvilinear cavities. The substrate of the microfluidic device is preferably fabricated of a polymer such as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). The microfluidic device is manufactured using a gas expansion molding (GEM) technique.03-22-2012

Lisa A. Demeese, Boulder, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090253687Fused Heterocyclic Compounds and Their Use as Mineralocorticoid Receptor Ligands - The present invention relates to wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification. The compound has a superior mineral corticoidreceptorantagonistic action and is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of hypertension, cardiac failure and the like, a compound having a fused heterocycle, or a prodrug thereof, or a salt thereof; and an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of hypertension, cardiac failure and the like.10-08-2009

Lisa A. Desalvia, Glenwood, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110312876Method of determining types I, II, III, IV or V or methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in a biological sample - Disclosed are diagnostic methods for determining a subtype of methicillin-resistant 12-22-2011

Lisa A. Fillebrown, Allen, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090172083Personal video network - The invention is a personal wireless network that generally comprises at least a lightweight wireless client to send and receive audio and video from another system component. The personal wireless network also provides a wireless-enabled routing component, which stands alone to route traffic within the personal wireless network. Also provided is a transmitter component that connects to a computing device, such as a server and sends and receives data Furthermore, a software algorithm provides a method for supporting a personal wireless network.07-02-2009

Patent applications by Lisa A. Fillebrown, Allen, TX US

Lisa A. Laffend, Claymont, DE US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090253192PROCESS FOR THE BIOLOGICAL PRODUCTION OF 1,3-PROPANEDIOL WITH HIGH TITER - The present invention provides an improved method for the biological production of 1,3-propanediol from a fermentable carbon source in a single microorganism. In one aspect of the present invention, an improved process for the conversion of glucose to 1,3-propanediol is achieved by the use of an 10-08-2009

Lisa A. Marcaurelle, Arlington, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100280238INTRAMOLECULAR AZIDE-ALKYNE CYCLOADDITION - The Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition is a ‘click’ reaction that results from the ligation of azides and alkynes to give a triazole moiety. This reaction has been shown to be effective in the formation of a variety of macrocyclic rings. A key point of interest is the regioselectivity and specificity of the cycloaddition. Disclosed herein are specific, selective, and high-yielding methods of azide-alkyne macrocyclization to form 1,4- and 1,5-triazoles and libraries thereof.11-04-2010

Lisa A. Passarelli, Carmel, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090321458Child Drinking Vessel - A non-spillable drinking vessel is disclosed that includes a detachable lid assembly with an anti-spill tip or a detachable spill stopper, a body with an interior for containing liquid, and a detachable base. The detachable base of the vessel is a sealed compartment containing LED lights and/or sound and associated circuitry.12-31-2009

Lisa A. Runion, Kearney, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110089175Hand-Held Medical Device Protective Sleeve - A clear, sealable isolation sleeve for use in a medical environment especially with hand-held electronic devices, for the purpose of reducing the spread of infectious diseases. The sleeve offers an isolated containment for such hand-held medical devices while in patient proximity. The sleeve features a perforated tear zone for easy removal and disposal. Embodiments of the present invention can be manufactured from a clear material that allows the hand-held device to read bar codes through it, while also allowing the clinician to read displayed data and manipulate keypads on the device all while contained within the sleeve.04-21-2011

Lisa A. Scott-Carnell, Norfolk, VA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090108503Method and System for Aligning Fibers During Electrospinning - A method and system are provided for aligning fibers in an electrospinning process. A jet of a fiberizable material is directed towards an uncharged collector from a dispensing location that is spaced apart from the collector. While the fiberizable material is directed towards the collector, an elliptical electric field is generated via the electrically charged dispenser and an oppositely-charged control location. The field spans between the dispensing location and the control location that is within line-of-sight of the dispensing location, and impinges upon at least a portion of the collector. Various combinations of numbers and geometries of dispensers, collectors, and electrodes can be used.04-30-2009
20100201384Structural Health Monitoring System/Method Using Electroactive Polymer Fibers - One or more electroactive polymer fibers are coupled to a structure. Electroactive responses of the fiber(s) are monitored. Load changes experienced by the structure cause changes in baseline responses of the fiber(s)08-12-2010
20100211151DEVICE AND METHOD FOR HEALING WOUNDS - Embodiments of the invention include a method and device for promoting healing of an injury in a living being. The embodiments comprise an injury covering portion, which portion comprises an electroactive polymer, such as poled polyvinylidine difluoride (PVDF) or a copolymer of PVDF. The electroactive polymer has either pyroelectric properties, piezoelectric properties, or both.08-19-2010
20110142806Electroactive Scaffold - A scaffold assembly and related methods of manufacturing and/or using the scaffold for stem cell culture and tissue engineering applications are disclosed which at least partially mimic a native biological environment by providing biochemical, topographical, mechanical and electrical cues by using an electroactive material. The assembly includes at least one layer of substantially aligned, electrospun polymer fiber having an operative connection for individual voltage application. A method of cell tissue engineering and/or stem cell differentiation uses the assembly seeded with a sample of cells suspended in cell culture media, incubates and applies voltage to one or more layers, and thus produces cells and/or a tissue construct. In another aspect, the invention provides a method of manufacturing the assembly including the steps of providing a first pre-electroded substrate surface; electrospinning a first substantially aligned polymer fiber layer onto the first surface; providing a second pre-electroded substrate surface; electrospinning a second substantially aligned polymer fiber layer onto the second surface; and, retaining together the layered surfaces with a clamp and/or an adhesive compound.06-16-2011

Patent applications by Lisa A. Scott-Carnell, Norfolk, VA US

Lisa A. Stehno-Bittel, Bonner Springs, KS US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100233239Templated islet cells and small islet cell clusters for diabetes treatment - A scaffold having islet cells or small islet cell clusters attached thereto in a multilayer, and a micro-mold having divots for culturing islets, wherein islet formation is influenced by the shape and dimensions of the divots are disclosed.09-16-2010

Lisa A. Yanz, Chicago, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090274505Braille Writer - Mechanical braille writer. The braille writer includes a chassis supporting a plurality of finger operated keys with each key mechanically interconnected with an embossing mechanism so that depression of a key causes a corresponding one of a plurality of pins in the embossing mechanism to extend outwardly from the embossing mechanism to create a raised dot on paper adjacent to the embossing mechanism. The embossing mechanism comprises a block adapted for slidingly guiding the plurality of pins for paper contact. It is preferred that each one of the plurality of pins is straight and identical to the other pins.11-05-2009