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1.

Antimicrobial Composition

      
Application Number 17783889
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-12-09
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick
  • Barrett, John Reginald

Abstract

A composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and at least one metal halide. The hydrogen peroxide source comprises hydrogen peroxide and a means for generating hydrogen peroxide. The means for producing hydrogen peroxide comprises at least one oxidoreductase and at least one oxidoreductase substrate. The oxidoreductase substrate comprises at least one sugar, said sugar located within the composition. The composition is held under conditions that render the components inactive until rehydrated.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01N 59/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing elements or inorganic compounds
  • A01N 59/08 - Alkali metal chloridesAlkaline earth metal chlorides
  • A61K 33/40 - Peroxides
  • A61K 33/14 - Alkali metal chloridesAlkaline earth metal chlorides
  • A61K 31/37 - Coumarins, e.g. psoralen
  • A61K 47/26 - Carbohydrates, e.g. sugar alcohols, amino sugars, nucleic acids, mono-, di- or oligo-saccharidesDerivatives thereof, e.g. polysorbates, sorbitan fatty acid esters or glycyrrhizin
  • A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof

2.

System for Controlling an Emulsification Process

      
Application Number 17286517
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-10-21
First Publication Date 2021-11-18
Owner Institute of Technology Sligo (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Unnikrishnan, Saritha
  • Donovan, John
  • Tormey, David

Abstract

A system for controlling an emulsification process including the steps of acquiring images such as micrographs of an emulsification process at preset intervals between a start and an end of the emulsification process; detecting selected droplet characteristics such as size and count using image segmentation such as a histogram-based technique; analyzing the measured droplet characteristics; comparing the measured droplet characteristics with a desired droplet characteristic specification; and terminating the emulsification process when said desired droplet characteristic is achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01F 3/08 - Mixing, e.g. dispersing, emulsifying, according to the phases to be mixed liquids with liquids; Emulsifying
  • B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
  • A61K 9/107 - Emulsions
  • G01N 15/02 - Investigating particle size or size distribution
  • G01N 15/14 - Optical investigation techniques, e.g. flow cytometry
  • G06K 9/46 - Extraction of features or characteristics of the image
  • G06K 9/62 - Methods or arrangements for recognition using electronic means
  • G06T 7/00 - Image analysis

3.

FILTER

      
Application Number EP2021050402
Publication Number 2021/140250
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-11
Publication Date 2021-07-15
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Khan, Umar
  • Coleman, Jonathan, N.
  • Biccai, Sonia
  • Boland, Conor

Abstract

A filter (1) comprises a porous substrate formed by a glass fibre membrane (2) impregnated with graphene and with polytetrafluoroethylene particles (3) binding graphene particles and glass fibre. A filter membrane (2) of a desired porosity is formed with a number of tortuous passageways (4) formed through the filter membrane (2) to allow through-passage of liquid (5) whilst retaining pollutant particles (6) mainly on the surface of the filter (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
  • B01D 61/42 - ElectrodialysisElectro-osmosis
  • B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
  • B01D 69/10 - Supported membranesMembrane supports
  • B01D 69/14 - Dynamic membranes

4.

EXTRACELLULAR VESICLES FROM MICROALGAE

      
Application Number EP2020086622
Publication Number 2021/122880
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-17
Publication Date 2021-06-24
Owner
  • CONSIGLIO NAZIONALE DELLE RICERCHE (Italy)
  • INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Bongiovanni, Antonella
  • Manno, Mauro
  • Pocsfalvi, Gabriella
  • Touzet, Nicolas

Abstract

The invention relates to extracellular vesicles derived from native, photosynthetic, non-fermenting microalgae, to a method of isolating extracellular vesicles from native, photosynthetic, non-fermenting microalgae by growth, centrifugation and ultracentrifugation steps and to the use of the isolated extracellular vesicles as carriers for diagnostic, therapeutic, nutraceutic and/or cosmetic agents.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C12N 1/12 - Unicellular algaeCulture media therefor
  • C12N 1/02 - Separating microorganisms from their culture media

5.

ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION

      
Application Number EP2020085372
Publication Number 2021/116227
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-09
Publication Date 2021-06-17
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick
  • Barrett, John Reginald

Abstract

A composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and at least one salicylate. Preferably, the hydrogen peroxide source comprises hydrogen peroxide and a means for generating hydrogen peroxide.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01N 37/40 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-analogue, or of a derivative thereof, e.g. hydroxy-carboxylic acids having at least one oxygen or sulfur atom attached to an aromatic ring system having at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and one oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same aromatic ring system
  • A01N 59/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing elements or inorganic compounds
  • A61K 31/60 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof
  • A61K 33/40 - Peroxides
  • A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
  • A01P 3/00 - Fungicides
  • A61P 31/04 - Antibacterial agents
  • A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics

6.

ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION

      
Application Number EP2020085376
Publication Number 2021/116228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-09
Publication Date 2021-06-17
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick
  • Barrett, John Reginald

Abstract

A composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and at least one metal halide. The hydrogen peroxide source comprises hydrogen peroxide and a means for generating hydrogen peroxide. The means for producing hydrogen peroxide comprises at least one oxidoreductase and at least one oxidoreductase substrate. The oxidoreductase substrate comprises at least one sugar, said sugar located within the composition. The composition is held under conditions that render the components inactive until rehydrated.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01N 59/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing elements or inorganic compounds
  • A01N 59/08 - Alkali metal chloridesAlkaline earth metal chlorides
  • A61K 33/14 - Alkali metal chloridesAlkaline earth metal chlorides
  • A61K 33/40 - Peroxides
  • A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof

7.

MIRROR THERAPY DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2020071737
Publication Number 2021/023677
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-07-31
Publication Date 2021-02-11
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Roberts, David
  • Monaghan, Kenneth
  • Ehrensberger, Monika
  • Simpson, Daniel

Abstract

A portable mirror therapy device (1) comprises a stiff divider panel (2) attached to a base unit (3) which supports the divider panel (2) in an upright position to define two adjacent limb receiving spaces (A, B) at opposite sides of the divider panel (2). A mirror (4) is mounted on one face of the divider panel (2), A clamp, indicated generally by the reference numeral (5) mounted at a lower end of the divider panel (2) cooperates with an underside (8) of the base unit (3) for securing the base unit (3) on a support such as a table or worktop. An exercise apparatus (8) is mounted on the device (1) and includes a limb engaging member, which in this case comprises a handle (9) at a mirror side of the divider panel (2). The exercise apparatus (8) is a resistance load training system and comprises a load cord (10) extending from the handle (9) to an associated resistance element (11) mounted within a housing (12) on an opposite side of the divider panel (2) to the mirror (4).

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61H 1/02 - Stretching or bending apparatus for exercising
  • A61H 23/02 - Percussion or vibration massage, e.g. using supersonic vibrationSuction-vibration massageMassage with moving diaphragms with electric or magnetic drive
  • A63B 21/00 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
  • A63B 21/005 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using electromagnetic or electric force-resisters
  • A63B 21/04 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters attached to static foundation
  • A63B 21/055 - Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters extension element type
  • A63B 21/16 - Supports for anchoring force-resisters
  • A63B 23/035 - Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously
  • A63B 24/00 - Electric or electronic controls for exercising apparatus of groups
  • A63B 71/06 - Indicating or scoring devices for games or players

8.

SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING AN EMULSIFICATION PROCESS

      
Application Number EP2019078599
Publication Number 2020/079283
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-10-21
Publication Date 2020-04-23
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Unnikrishnan, Saritha
  • Donovan, John
  • Tormey, David

Abstract

A system (1A) and method (IB) for controlling an emulsification process including the steps of acquiring (9) images (3) such as micrographs (2) of an emulsification process at preset intervals between a start and an end of the emulsification process; detecting (10) selected droplet characteristics such as size and count using image segmentation such as a histogram-based technique (5); analysing (11) the measured droplet characteristics (6); comparing (12) the measured droplet characteristics with a desired droplet characteristic specification(S); and terminating the emulsification process when said desired droplet characteristic is achieved.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
  • B01F 3/08 - Mixing, e.g. dispersing, emulsifying, according to the phases to be mixed liquids with liquids; Emulsifying
  • G01N 15/02 - Investigating particle size or size distribution
  • G06T 7/12 - Edge-based segmentation
  • G01N 15/00 - Investigating characteristics of particlesInvestigating permeability, pore-volume or surface-area of porous materials

9.

MYCOSINATE

      
Application Number 018190148
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-01-31
Registration Date 2020-07-01
Owner Institute of Technology Sligo (Ireland)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
  • 03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
  • 05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products

Goods & Services

Hydrogen peroxide; chemical products for the treatment of plant diseases; chemical preparations for preventing pathogenic infections in plants; Antimicrobial preservatives for pharmaceuticals; Antimicrobial agents for use in manufacture; Chemicals having antimicrobial properties [other than medical or veterinary]. Teeth whitening preparations; dentifrices in the form of chewing gum. Fungicidal fungal agents; Fungicides for horticultural use; nail fungus treatment preparations, namely topical applications for the treatment of onychomycosis; anti-fungal dermatological preparations for use on the nails; nail care preparations for medical use; topical analgesic creams; veterinary preparations; hydrogen peroxide for medical purposes.

10.

Formulation and method for the treatment of fungal nail infections

      
Application Number 13732509
Grant Number 09522165
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-01-02
First Publication Date 2014-06-05
Grant Date 2016-12-20
Owner Institute of Technology Sligo (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John Reginald
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick

Abstract

Aspergillus niger. The formulation of the invention comprises glucose oxidase, D-glucose and hydrogen peroxide in an aqueous solution. Advantageously, the formulation of the invention provides a two-stage hydrogen peroxide release for the treatment of the fungal nail infections.

IPC Classes  ?

11.

Antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system comprising an oxidoreductase enzyme

      
Application Number 13721752
Grant Number 09522177
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-20
First Publication Date 2014-01-23
Grant Date 2016-12-20
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John Reginald
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick

Abstract

The present invention relates to an antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system, applications thereof and a process for the production of the antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system. The present invention provides a storage-stable antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system comprising an oxidoreductase enzyme, a substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme and hydrogen peroxide in an aqueous solution wherein the substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme is present up to 90% by weight and water is present up to 20% by weight based on the weight of the total composition; the system has a pH from approximately 4 to 8; and the system provides a two-stage hydrogen peroxide release.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 38/44 - Oxidoreductases (1)
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 33/40 - Peroxides
  • A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
  • A61K 8/22 - PeroxidesOxygenOzone
  • A61K 8/60 - SugarsDerivatives thereof
  • A61K 8/66 - Enzymes
  • A61L 15/32 - Proteins, polypeptidesDegradation products or derivatives thereof, e.g. albumin, collagen, fibrin, gelatin
  • A61L 15/38 - Bandages, dressings or absorbent pads for physiological fluids such as urine or blood, e.g. sanitary towels, tampons containing enzymes
  • A61L 15/46 - Deodorants or malodour counteractants, e.g. to inhibit the formation of ammonia or bacteria
  • A61L 26/00 - Chemical aspects of, or use of materials for, liquid bandages
  • A61Q 17/00 - Barrier preparationsPreparations brought into direct contact with the skin for affording protection against external influences, e.g. sunlight, X-rays or other harmful rays, corrosive materials, bacteria or insect stings
  • A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin

12.

AN APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE SHEAR STRENGTH OF SEDIMENTS ON THE FLOOR OF A BODY OF WATER

      
Application Number EP2012066560
Publication Number 2013/026934
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-08-24
Publication Date 2013-02-28
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor O'Loughlin, Conleth

Abstract

An apparatus for deternnining at least the shear strength of sediments on a bed of a body of water. The apparatus having a substantially spherical penetrometer, the substantially spherical penetrometer having an internal chamber sealed in a fluid tight manner. An instrumentation module is disposed within the internal chamber of the substantially spherical penetrometer. The instrumentation module has an arrangement for measuring and recording acceleration, tilt and angular rotation of the substantially spherical penetrometer during descent towards and embedment into the bed of the body of water.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E02D 1/02 - Investigation of foundation soil in situ before construction work

13.

Antimicrobial composition

      
Application Number 12934851
Grant Number 09393249
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-03-26
First Publication Date 2011-05-19
Grant Date 2016-07-19
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John Reginald
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick

Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved antimicrobial composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and one or more antimicrobial agents. Ideally, the invention relates to an antimicrobial composition comprising (i) hydrogen peroxide source and (ii) an antimicrobial agent and its associated use in therapy, particularly in the treatment of antimicrobial infections.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 38/44 - Oxidoreductases (1)
  • A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics
  • A61P 31/04 - Antibacterial agents
  • A61P 31/10 - Antimycotics
  • A61K 31/545 - Compounds containing 5-thia-1-azabicyclo [4.2.0] octane ring systems, i.e. compounds containing a ring system of the formula , e.g. cephalosporins, cefaclor, cephalexine
  • A61K 31/415 - 1,2-Diazoles
  • A61K 31/496 - Non-condensed piperazines containing further heterocyclic rings, e.g. rifampin, thiothixene or sparfloxacin
  • A61K 31/70 - CarbohydratesSugarsDerivatives thereof
  • A61K 33/40 - Peroxides
  • A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca

14.

AN ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING A HYDROGEN PEROXIDE SOURCE AND AN ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT

      
Document Number 02719560
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-03-26
Open to Public Date 2009-10-01
Grant Date 2017-06-13
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John Reginald
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick

Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved antimicrobial composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and one or more antimicrobial agents. Ideally, the invention relates to an antimicrobial composition comprising (i) hydrogenperoxide source and (ii) an antimicrobial agent and its associated use in therapy, particularly in the treatment of antimicrobial infections.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/40 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having five-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. sulpiride, succinimide, tolmetin, buflomedil
  • A61K 31/415 - 1,2-Diazoles
  • A61K 31/496 - Non-condensed piperazines containing further heterocyclic rings, e.g. rifampin, thiothixene or sparfloxacin
  • A61K 31/545 - Compounds containing 5-thia-1-azabicyclo [4.2.0] octane ring systems, i.e. compounds containing a ring system of the formula , e.g. cephalosporins, cefaclor, cephalexine
  • A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics

15.

AN ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION

      
Application Number EP2009053590
Publication Number 2009/118379
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-03-26
Publication Date 2009-10-01
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John Reginald
  • Brennan, James Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas Patrick

Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved antimicrobial composition comprising a hydrogen peroxide source and one or more antimicrobial agents. Ideally, the invention relates to an antimicrobial composition comprising (i) hydrogen peroxide source and (ii) an antimicrobial agent and its associated use in therapy, particularly in the treatment of antimicrobial infections.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/415 - 1,2-Diazoles
  • A61K 31/496 - Non-condensed piperazines containing further heterocyclic rings, e.g. rifampin, thiothixene or sparfloxacin
  • A61K 31/545 - Compounds containing 5-thia-1-azabicyclo [4.2.0] octane ring systems, i.e. compounds containing a ring system of the formula , e.g. cephalosporins, cefaclor, cephalexine
  • A61K 31/40 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having five-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. sulpiride, succinimide, tolmetin, buflomedil
  • A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics

16.

ANTIMICROBIAL AND IMMUNOSTIMULATORY SYSTEM COMPRISING AN OXIDOREDUCTASE ENZYME

      
Application Number IE2007000094
Publication Number 2008/041218
Status In Force
Filing Date 2007-10-05
Publication Date 2008-04-10
Owner INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SLIGO (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Barrett, John, Reginald
  • Brennan, James, Joseph
  • Patton, Thomas, Patrick

Abstract

The present invention relates to an antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system, applications thereof and a process for the production of the antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system. The present invention provides a storage-stable antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system comprising an oxidoreductase enzyme, a substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme and hydrogen peroxide in an aqueous solution wherein the substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme is present up to 90% by weight and water is present up to 20% by weight based on the weight of the total composition; the system has a pH from approximately 4 to 8; and the system provides a two-stage hydrogen peroxide release.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61L 15/38 - Bandages, dressings or absorbent pads for physiological fluids such as urine or blood, e.g. sanitary towels, tampons containing enzymes
  • A61L 15/46 - Deodorants or malodour counteractants, e.g. to inhibit the formation of ammonia or bacteria
  • A61L 15/32 - Proteins, polypeptidesDegradation products or derivatives thereof, e.g. albumin, collagen, fibrin, gelatin
  • A61F 13/15 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the bodySupporting or fastening means thereforTampon applicators
  • A61L 26/00 - Chemical aspects of, or use of materials for, liquid bandages
  • A61K 38/44 - Oxidoreductases (1)
  • A61K 35/64 - Insects, e.g. bees, wasps or fleas
  • A61K 8/00 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations
  • A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin