Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Apparatus – Including measuring or testing
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-25
2007-12-25
Corcoran, Gladys J P (Department: 1744)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Apparatus
Including measuring or testing
C435S287400, C435S808000, C435S288300, C435S288500, C073S061630, C073S863230
Reexamination Certificate
active
10313354
ABSTRACT:
A device and method for detecting anthrax or other pathogens are disclosed. Individual self-contained monitoring devices of a monitoring system can be portable or stationary (e.g. installed in air ducts or plumbing of buildings) and can be part of a network of devices. Monitoring devices may be used for the detection of a variety of airborne or surface pathogens, including but not limited to anthrax, smallpox, and Salmonella. Bioamplification-coupled proteomics assays provide rapid and reliable detection of pathogens, with self-checking capabilities reducing or eliminating false positives and false negatives. Sample preservation capability allows pathogen samples to be preserved after detection for further testing. The device of the invention can be remotely operated by minimally trained technicians or security personnel. The pathogen monitoring device of the invention provides a more compact, accurate, rapid, and cost-effective alternative to other anthrax detectors, and an effective weapon against bioterrorism.
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Byerly Joseph
Lu Peter S.
Sherlock Thomas M.
Arbor Vita Corporation
Bowers Nathan A.
Corcoran Gladys J P
Townsend and Townsend / and Crew LLP
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