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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8110159 | AOTF-based imaging system and method for hyperspectral and multispectral imaging of specimens including medical tissue An imaging system includes a platform for placement of a sample or an animal to be imaged, and at least one excitation light source for irradiating the sample or animal to stimulate an emission at a plurality of different center wavelengths. An acousto-optic tunable... | 02/07/2012 |
| 8066962 | Environment holding apparatus and environment control type analyzer An environment holding apparatus includes: a first chamber that has an opening and holds a sample; a moving stage that is two-dimensionally moved with the first chamber being mounted thereon; and a first plane that includes an introduction port having a function of ... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8057752 | Fluid analyzer for determining fluid chemistry of formation fluid by downhole reagent injection spectral analysis A method for analyzing formation fluid in earth formation surrounding a borehole includes storing analytical reagent in a reagent container in a fluids analyzer in a formation tester and moving the formation tester, including the reagent, downhole. Reagent from the ... | 11/15/2011 |
| 8048378 | Optical lens system and method for microfluidic devices An apparatus for imaging one or more selected fluorescence indications from a microfluidic device. The apparatus includes an imaging path coupled to least one chamber in at least one microfluidic device. The imaging path provides for transmission of one or more fluo... | 11/01/2011 |
| 8038945 | Detection and analysis system for protein array To provide a method for detecting a protein by immobilizing a protein on a protein array substrate at a high density with controlled orientation, irradiating the immobilized protein with ultraviolet light, visible light, or infrared light, and measuring the light no... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8029733 | Thermal cycler with optical detector A reaction vessel having a reaction chamber for holding a sample is fabricated by producing a housing having a rigid frame defining the minor walls of the chamber. The housing also defines a port for introducing fluid into the chamber. At least one sheet or film is ... | 10/04/2011 |
| 8021626 | Method and device for laminar flow on a sensing surface Methods and devices are provided for controlling a fluid flow over a sensing surface within a flow cell. The methods employ laminar flow techniques to position a fluid flow over one or more discrete sensing areas on the sensing surface of the flow cell. Such methods... | 09/20/2011 |
| 8017079 | Apparatus for and method of measuring bio-chips using uniform total internal reflection illumination Disclosed herein is an apparatus for and method of measuring bio-chips, which can implement an illumination method of a novel type that illuminates a bio sample (which may be also referred to as a “bio specimen”) through a side face of a substrate using a diffus... | 09/13/2011 |
| 7998413 | Biosensor and method of manufacturing biosensor Aspects of the invention can be an inexpensive biosensor capable of measuring a number of samples in a short time, and suitable for only one-time use (expendable). The biosensor according to the invention can include a light transmissive substrate, a probe fixing re... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7998412 | Ophthalmic device comprising a holographic sensor An ophthalmic device which comprises a holographic element comprising a medium comprising a phenylboronic acid group and, disposed therein, a hologram, wherein an optical characteristic of the element changes as a result of a variation of a physical property of the ... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7993586 | Apparatus for measurement of total organic carbon content Disclosed is a total organic carbon (TOC) measurement apparatus capable of facilitating reduction in size of the apparatus and achieving enhanced measurement accuracy. The TOC measurement apparatus includes an organics oxidation unit, a carbon-dioxide separation uni... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7993585 | Biological and chemical monitoring A biological and chemical detection system is provided that detects and identifies biological and/or chemical particulates of interest. The biological and chemical detection system comprises a collector, a first optical device, a second optical device and a processo... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7964147 | Hand-held analysis device The invention relates to a hand-held analytical device for analyzing a sample, in particular a biological fluid, for a medically significant component, comprising a housing comprising a loading opening for receiving a replaceable cartridge having multiple chambers t... | 06/21/2011 |
| 7951345 | Useful specimen transport apparatus with integral capability to allow three dimensional x-ray images The present invention provides new and useful features and mechanisms for the localization and transport of biopsy specimens. The invention having a specimen board, an absorbent material in operative engagement and in coplanar alignment with the specimen board, a co... | 05/31/2011 |
| 7951344 | Liquid analysis system and cartridge An apparatus main body is loaded with a cartridge that contains a sensor and is capable of processing liquid contained in it without moving it from the inside to the outside of the cartridge. The cartridge is loaded into the apparatus main body in such a way that th... | 05/31/2011 |
| 7943091 | Chemical exposure indication device A chemical exposure indication device is disclosed. The device is removably attachable to a structure and includes a substrate having a first surface and a second surface and an indicating layer overlying the first substrate surface. The indicating layer includes a ... | 05/17/2011 |
| 7939022 | Integration of colorimetric transducers and detector A device for distinguishing fluids and a method for fabricating the device include integrating at least one transducer onto an optical detector. Each transducer has optical properties which vary when exposed to particular molecules of a fluid. ... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7935308 | Methods and devices for analyte detection Methods for detecting one or more analytes, such as a protein, in a fluid path are provided. The methods include resolving, immobilizing and detecting one or more analytes in a fluid path, such as a capillary. Also included are devices and kits for performing such a... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7931866 | Micelle-controlled nanoparticle synthesis for SERS The methods and apparatus disclosed herein concern nanoparticle layers uniformly distributed on a surface or substrate. In certain embodiments of the invention, the nanoparticle layers are of use for Raman spectroscopy. In certain embodiments of the invention, a mic... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7906072 | Optical lens system and method for microfluidic devices An apparatus for imaging one or more selected fluorescence indications from a microfluidic device. The apparatus includes an imaging path coupled to least one chamber in at least one microfluidic device. The imaging path provides for transmission of one or more fluo... | 03/15/2011 |
| 7867447 | Method for enumeration of mammalian micronucleated erythrocyte populations, while distinguishing platelets and/or platelet-associated aggregates A method for the enumeration of micronucleated erythrocyte populations while distinguishing platelet and platelet-associated aggregates involves the use of a first fluorescent labeled antibody having binding specificity for a surface marker for reticulocytes, a seco... | 01/11/2011 |
| 7862775 | Determination of explosives including RDX The present invention provides sensors and methods for determination of an analyte. The analytes may be determined by monitoring, for example, a change in an optical signal of an emissive material upon exposure to an analyte. In some embodiments, the analyte and the... | 01/04/2011 |
| 7846390 | Apparatus and method for measuring concentrations of fuel mixtures using depth-resolved laser-induced fluorescence The apparatus for measuring concentrations of fuel mixtures using depth-resolved laser-induced fluorescence is a fluorometer equipped with a sample container holder that is movable in the path of the beam from the light source. Fluorescent emissions from the sample ... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7842242 | Optical coupling device and method A device for optically coupling a first optical element to a second optical element comprises a first optical element with a first radiation penetration surface; a second optical element with a second radiation penetration surface located across from the first radia... | 11/30/2010 |
| 7815862 | Wafer characteristics via reflectometry Various exemplary methods (800, 900, 1000, 1100) are directed to determining wafer thickness and/or wafer surface characteristics. An exemplary method (900) includes measuring reflectance of a wafer and comparing the measured reflectance to a calculate... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7815861 | Analysis method, analysis device and production method therefor The present invention relates to a technique for analyzing the concentration of a specific component in a sample liquid, such as a method for analyzing a sample. The analyzing method includes a first detection step for irradiating light from a light source (50 | 10/19/2010 |
| 7803323 | System and method for cleaning in-process sensors A cleaning system and method for in-process sensors wherein a scouring jet discharges process fluid as the cleaning agent to remove solids and other contaminants from the surface of the sensor. ... | 09/28/2010 |
| 7799275 | Diagnostic test device A diagnostic test device comprises means for sampling a liquid biological sample and means for reacting the sample with at least one reagent to provide one or more visible indicia. The device also comprises an optical detector for detecting the presence of the one o... | 09/21/2010 |
| 7794659 | Signal measuring system having a movable signal measuring device An automated analyzer for performing multiple diagnostic assays simultaneously includes multiple stations in which discrete aspects of the assay are performed on fluid samples contained in reaction receptacles. The analyzer includes stations for automatically prepar... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7794660 | Fluid content monitor A fluid content monitor including a cuvette, a calorimeter adapted to generate a signal indicative of contents of a fluid sample contained in the cuvette, a container for holding a reagent, and a pump assembly for delivering reagent from the container to the cuvette... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7771661 | Methods for uniform metal impregnation into a nanoporous material The methods, systems 400 and apparatus disclosed herein concern metal 150 impregnated porous substrates 110, 210. Certain embodiments of the invention concern methods for producing metal-coated porous silicon substrates 110, 210 that exhi... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7771659 | Arrangement and method for the analysis of body fluids The invention relates to an arrangement and a method for the analysis of body fluids (21), whereby an image recording device (30) is arranged in a low-reflection, preferably zero-reflection chamber (16), provided with an illumination device (... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7771660 | Electrophoretic interactive spectral methods and devices for the detection and/or characterization of biological particles Methods for identifying a biological particle in a sample medium include generating an Electrophoretic Quasi-elastic Light Scattering (EQELS) spectrum for the biological particle in the sample medium. The EQELS spectrum is compared to a reference database comprising... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7758812 | Analysis system for determining an analyte concentration, taking into consideration sample-and analyte-independent light-intensity changes The invention concerns an analytical system and a method for determining an analyte which ensures an exact determination by correcting the measured values based on sample- and analyte-independent light intensity changes. The invention takes into account light intens... | 07/20/2010 |
| 7722816 | Detection device and method A detection device and method for detecting the presence of an agent in a fluid. The device includes a membrane having first and second sides. The membrane allows a stimulus, e.g. ultraviolet light, to dissolve in response to presence of the agent. A source is posit... | 05/25/2010 |
| 7722815 | Chemical analysis apparatus and chemical analysis method Provided is a chemical analysis apparatus comprising a mechanism which can efficiently agitate a substance to be agitated so that a sample and a reagent are agitated and mixed together in a shorter time with a saved consumption power, incorporating a plurality of so... | 05/25/2010 |
| 7718129 | Bioassay substrate and bioassay device and method A bioassay substrate (1) takes a flat-plate shape in which the principal surface similar to that of optical disc such as CD, etc. is circular. At the center of the substrate (1), there is formed a center hole (2) into which a chucking mechanism ... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7708948 | Test system for analyzing body fluids The invention relates to a test system for analyzing body fluids of the type comprising a test element tape carrying a plurality of test elements, a tape deflector for the test element tape for the selective application of body fluid, and a light source as well as a... | 05/04/2010 |
| 7695679 | Optical sensor for measuring oxygen A substrate has an oxygen sensitive dye embedded therein, this sensor is chemically stable to a high degree, has a high temperature resistance in the relevant temperature range, and is gas permeable to a high extent. The substrate consists of a fluoridated silicone ... | 04/13/2010 |
| 7695680 | Resonant cavity biosensor An assay system having a channel bounded by first and second reflective surfaces adapted to accommodate a fluid material therebetween and defining a plurality of regions in an array between those surfaces with each region defining a resonant cavity and adapted to re... | 04/13/2010 |
