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Next-Generation Photothermal Nanoagent for Safe Systemic Tumor Ablation

A resonance energy transfer (RET)–engineered nanoplatform enabling complete tumor ablation using near-infrared irradiation Background Photothermal therapy (PTT) uses NIR light to generate localized tumor heating. However, many systems require elevated laser power densities to achieve therapeutic temperatures, limiting translational feasibility....

Published: 4/3/2026 | Updated: 4/3/2026 | Inventor(s): Oleh Taratula, Olena Taratula, Prem Singh

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Category(s): Therapeutics, Medical Devices

Tensioning Tool for Flexible Materials

Tensioning Tool for Flexible Materials Background This tool can securely hold flexible materials, like tendons or ligaments, under accurate tension while affixing the material. Technology Description Engineers or surgeons often need to mount a flexible length of material on a surface. Flexible lengths of material can include wires, cables, ropes,...

Published: 3/23/2026 | Updated: 3/23/2026 | Inventor(s): Ravi Balasubramanian, Benjamin Phelps, Hantao Ling, Justin Casebier

Keywords(s): Biomechanics, Biotechnology, tendon, tension

Category(s): Engineering, Medical Devices

3D Printed Electrodes

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces a novel method for fabricating 3D electronic devices using 3D-printed electronic components. This technology leverages 3D printing techniques to create complex multi-electrode arrays for brain recording and stimulation, integrating neurotrophic factors to enhance functionality. The technology offers...

Published: 1/8/2026 | Updated: 1/2/2026 | Inventor(s): Tim Gardner, Kara Zappitelli, Morgan Brown

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Category(s): Engineering, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Medical Devices

Walking and Running Prosthesis (WARP)

1. Technology Overview The invention focuses on a versatile lower limb prosthesis, named Walking and Running Prosthesis (WARP), designed to improve locomotion across both low-impact walking and higher-impact running tasks. The prosthesis actively varies its properties to match different tasks, using semi-active actuation to modify its structure without...

Published: 1/7/2026 | Updated: 1/2/2026 | Inventor(s): Mike Hahn

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Category(s): Medical Devices, Engineering

Moderate-Affinity Affibodies for Controlled Protein Delivery and Bioactivity

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces a novel method for controlled protein delivery and bioactivity using moderate-affinity affibodies. These 58-amino acid peptides can specifically bind to various proteins, allowing for the controlled release or sequestration of multiple payloads within a single vehicle. The technology leverages the conjugation...

Published: 1/8/2026 | Updated: 1/2/2026 | Inventor(s): Marian Hettiaratchi, Henry Hochstatter, Veronica Spaulding, Jonathan Dorogin, Alycia Galindo, Chandler Asnes, Madeline Martin, Justin Svendsen

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Category(s): Medical Devices, Therapeutics, Materials Science

Electrocatalytic Polymer Biosensor

An extremely sensitive, stable, and specific biosensor using electrocatalytic molecularly imprinted polymers and no enzymes or reagents Background Electrochemical biosensors can successfully detect and quantify diverse biological samples including macromolecules, whole viruses, and cells. Due to their fabrication methods electrochemical biosensors...

Published: 8/4/2025 | Updated: 8/11/2023 | Inventor(s): Li-Jing Cheng, Sanjida Yeasmin

Keywords(s): Biosensors, Medical Device

Category(s): Medical Devices, Device, Diagnostics

Compounds for Thiol-Triggered COS and/or H2S Release and Methods of Making and Using the Same

1. Technology Overview The invention focuses on thiol-triggered sulfenyl thiocarbonates and sulfenyl thiocarbamates that release carbonyl sulfide (COS) and hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) in the presence of biologically relevant thiols. These compounds offer a concomitant fluorescence response, providing optical indication of COS and H₂S release. The technology...

Published: 1/2/2026 | Updated: 4/29/2022 | Inventor(s): Michael Pluth, Yu Zhao, Matt Cerda

Keywords(s): Science

Category(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Medical Devices, Physical Science, Therapeutics

Thionoesters that Release H2S upon Thiol Ligation

1. Technology Overview The invention focuses on synthesizing thionoesters that release hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) upon thiol ligation. These small molecules react with L-cysteine and other cysteine derivatives to release H₂S, terminating in the formation of N-benzoyl-L-cysteine. The technology is currently in the development stage, with promising cross-industry...

Published: 1/7/2026 | Updated: 4/29/2022 | Inventor(s): Michael Pluth, Matt Cerda

Keywords(s): Science

Category(s): Chemistry, Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Physical Science, Therapeutics

Blood Separation and Diagnostic Device

Technology Description Oregon State University is seeking a licensee to develop and commercialize products based on a patent pending membrane device that provides a platform for blood separation and analysis. This device is a simple Janus-type membrane-based wicking microfluidic device fabricated on a polycaprolactone-filled glass microfiber membrane...

Published: 2/25/2025 | Updated: 11/23/2020 | Inventor(s): Vincent Remcho, Gayan Bandara, Linus Unitan

Keywords(s): Biomarkers, Blood, Diagnostic, fluid collection, Glass microfiber membrane, Microfluidics, Plastic, Polycaprolactone, sample pretreatment, Separation, Wicking microfluidics

Category(s): Information Technology, Materials Science, Medical Devices, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Device, Diagnostics, Engineering, Imaging

Self-Starting Thermoelectric Energy Harvester

An integrated circuit that can cold start a DC-DC boost converter on a very small input voltage Background Energy harvested from body heat using thermoelectric generators (TEG) can be used to power wearable electronics, such as wireless sensors. However, owing to the small temperature gradient between the skin surface and ambient air (∼1-2...

Published: 10/28/2025 | Updated: 7/22/2019 | Inventor(s): Soumya Bose, Matthew Johnston, Tejasvi Anand

Keywords(s): Energy harvesting, thermoelectric, wearable electronics

Category(s): Engineering, Database, Medical Devices, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Physical Science

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