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Implantable Multilayer 3D Scaffold Consisting of Highly Aligned Electrospun Fibers for Neuronal Regeneration Applications
RPI ID: 2016-014-401, 2016-014-601Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a 3D scaffold composed of curved, highly aligned electrospun fibers designed to promote neural regeneration. The scaffold mimics natural guidance structures found in peripheral nerve grafts, using polymer fibers arranged in S-shaped or C-shaped conduits. It may incorporate...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/7/2025
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Inventor(s): Ryan Gilbert, Jared Cregg, Bing Wang, Michael Mullins, Martin Oudega, Andres Hurtado
Keywords(s): biocompatible, Biomedical Engineering, Electrospinning, Electrospun Fibers, Implant, Material science, Nerve Regeneration, PLLA, Polymers, scaffold, Spinal Cord Injury
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Combined Plasma-ARGET ATRP Method and Materials For Modifying Poly(ether sulfone) Surface
RPI ID: 2017-007-401Innovation Summary:This invention presents a method for modifying polymeric surfaces using atmospheric pressure plasma followed by atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP). The process activates the surface, attaches an initiator, and then grows polymer chains to tailor surface properties. It enables precise control over surface...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Georges Belfort, Istvan Kocsis, Mirco Sorci, Alexander Lee, John Keating
Keywords(s): Advanced Materials, ARGET ATRP, Biological\Chem Separation\Purification Tech, Biotechnology, Chemistry, coatings/adhesives/composites, Consumer product, Desalination, Design, Devices, Devices/instruments, Energy, Energy efficiency, Environment, Films, Human healthcare, Material science, membrane systems, Membrane Technology, Membranes, Nanotechnology, Nanotechnology (nanocomposites), Organics Recovery, pharmaceutical, plasma, plastics, Polymer Brush, polymer composite, polymer/epoxy resins, polymerization, Polymers, Proteins, research reagents/tools, Sensors, Surface modification, Technology
Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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Modular Indoor Microclimate Control: stand-alone modular radiant system, based on solid-state heat pumping and integrated thermal storage, for indoor microclimate control.
RPI ID: 2016-058-201Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a distributed thermal control system that utilizes solid-state heat pumps and thermal storage units to deliver localized heating and cooling. Each unit includes a proximity sensor, thermal storage material, and a heat distribution surface, enabling the system to respond dynamically to...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc, Anna Dyson, Benjamin Pearce, Jason Vollen, Berardo Matalucci
Keywords(s): Appliance and furniture, Architecture, architecture/enegy, Building, comfort, Design, Electrical, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Energy efficiency, Energy Management, Environmental, healthcare, Material science, Sensors, smart systems, systems automation, Technology, wearables, wireless tech
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Method of Selective etching of heavily doped wide-bandgap semiconductosr substrates using Electro Chemical Etching process for different device applications
RPI ID: 2014-023-401 Innovation Summary:This technology presents a method for selectively etching semiconductor layers using electrochemical processing. It targets layers with enhanced conductivity, enabling controlled porosity modification and removal. The technique uses anodic oxidation to create a porous region that can be selectively removed. This...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Ishwara Bhat, Tat-Sing Chow, Rajendra Dahal
Keywords(s): Chip manufacturing, Diodes, Doping, Electronics, Engineering, Etching, Material science, Multi-layer, Porosity, Semiconductors
Category(s): Computational Science and Engineering
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