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Vascular Perfusion Solutions, Inc. is a medical technology company based in San Antonio, Texas. They are developing the VP.S ENCORE® designed to have a significant impact on patients awaiting lifesaving or life-altering transplant surgeries by extending the viability of organs outside the body, and by extending the time for transport compared to traditional ice cooler technology. The goal in developing the VP.S ENCORE® includes the ability to expand the donor organ pool, optimizing matching of the donor organs, and to minimize rejection. VPS believes that machine perfusion devices for preserving organs should be simple, portable, and accessible to all patients needing a lifesaving organ. Evidence-based science is the root of what they do, and they use science and engineering to provide simple, elegant, and effective solutions to preserving the life of organs beyond the standard of care.
On April 19th, Vascular Perfusion Solutions competed in the 3rd annual BioFest Invest Event hosted by BiomedSA. BioFest Invest is a pitch competition for Texas bioscience companies to present their life changing products to potential investors, network among the MedTech industry, and learn from industry professionals. VPS pitched among 13 other bioscience companies from the greater Texas area. VPS was represented by Research Engineer, Isabella Cano, who has been part of the team since June 2021. The pitch presented the impact of the lifesaving technology of the VP.S ENCORE® and its competitive advantages. Vascular Perfusion Solutions received the best pitch award among all the competitors and was awarded a prize package of $10,000, SBIR consulting, a marketing strategy consult, a press release, and a membership to PatWorld.
Isabella and the team at VPS were delighted to receive the prize from PatWorld. To ensure they could get the most out of the platform, we delivered a personalised demo that was tailored to their specific needs. This gave them an in-depth look at how PatWorld can help them with R&D activities and how it can be used to improve their processes.
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Batteries are a key component in our daily lives; from cars to remote controls, it is hard to stray far from technology utilising a battery for its power source.
For many years the standard in this field has been the lithium-ion battery, however there are now a variety of alternatives aiming to overthrow lithium’s dominance, with sodium-ion batteries seen as a leading contender in the battery revolution.
Daniel Di Francesco, is an Intellectual Property Manager at PatWorld. He is an expert in undertaking patent searches including for Freedom to Operate, Patentability and Invalidity, covering all types of subject matter with specialism in the chemical field.
Dean Parry Technical Director at PatWorld shares his thoughts on a recent panel discussion he attended. Entitled ‘Artificial Intelligence – What Does It Mean for Your Business’ was hosted by Loven IP.
“Although I wasn’t able to contribute due to problems with my headset, I was lucky enough to listen in to a fascinating and informative discussion about AI used in the design and retail industries and beyond. I have summarised the important aspects I took away after listening in.”
Panel Discussion: Artificial Intelligence – What Does It Mean for Your Business?
I was fascinated by the current role of AI in the fields of retail and design. AI is being increasingly used in both retail and design work, with many businesses adopting AI technologies to streamline processes, improve customer experience, and increase efficiency. Here are some examples discussed on how AI is being used in these fields:
In retail, AI is being used for:
1. AI-powered recommendation engines can analyse customers’ data and behaviour to recommend personalised products or services.
2. For inventory management, AI can help retailers manage inventory levels more efficiently, predicting demand and optimising stock levels.
3. Customer service Chatbots and virtual assistants powered by AI can provide customer support 24/7, helping customers with queries and issues in real-time.
In design work, AI is being used for:
1. AI algorithms can generate and optimize design options based on a set of parameters and constraints.
2. For pattern recognition, AI can analyse large amounts of data to identify patterns and trends, which can be used to inform design decisions.
3. AI-powered tools can recognize, classify features/images and generate models of objects, which can be used for prototyping and visualization. At present AI still acts more as a support for designers rather than a replacement.
During the discussions, two major concerns were brought up regarding the use of AI: the difficulty in assessing the reliability and precision of AI-generated results, as well as the challenge of determining the optimal AI tool to use for specific tasks.
Overall, the use of AI in retail and design work is expected to increase as businesses continue to look for ways to improve customer experience and efficiency.
Eco-Friendly Sustainable Fashion: What are Manufacturers doing to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint and Help you Make Responsible Clothing Choices?
Sustainable fashion is becoming an increasingly important topic in our society. With the growing awareness of climate change and its effects on our environment, consumers are now looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint by consuming responsibly. Eco-friendly clothing and sustainable materials offer a great way to do just that. By making conscious decisions to purchase items made from sustainable materials, we can ensure that our consumption habits are responsible and reduce carbon emissions from the fashion industry.
The Different Types of Eco-Friendly Fabrics & Materials Used in Sustainable Fashion
Eco-friendly fabrics and materials are becoming increasingly popular in the fashion industry as people strive to create sustainable clothing. Organic fabrics, recycled materials, and sustainable textiles are all being used to create eco-friendly clothing that is both stylish and ethical. In this article, we will look at some of the patents around the manufacturing of eco-friendly fabrics and materials used in sustainable fashion.
How Are Manufacturers Innovating for fashion?
As the fashion industry is growing rapidly, manufacturers are increasingly looking for ways to innovate and be more sustainable. Manufacturers are now focusing on using innovative materials such as recycled or biodegradable materials that can reduce their carbon footprint and make their products eco-friendlier (patent US2021310185A1 is a BIODEGRADABLE SYNTHETIC LEATHER PRODUCED FROM RECYCLED MATERIAL).
Patent US2021310185A1
Manufacturers are also looking into ways to reduce the amount of energy they use in production and finding new ways to reuse or recycle old materials (patent US2023069369A1: TEXTILE RECYCLING).
Patent US2023069369A1
By innovating in these areas, manufacturers can create a better future for fashion that is both stylish and sustainable.
Who is innovating in this space?
The fashion industry is one of the biggest polluters in the world, with the industry being responsible for 10% of all carbon emissions. However, as the example patents demonstrate there are many innovators working to reduce its environmental impact. These innovators are creating ways to reduce waste, develop carbon neutral fashions, and recycle materials. They are also using technology such as AI and machine learning to create more sustainable fashion solutions.
Patent KR20220164145A uses AI to identify clothing and accessories that have a good affect on mankind similar to the main image above.
By leveraging these technologies, these innovators are helping to create a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.
How You Can Support Earth Day?
From a fashion perspective we can all make a mark whether you’re a designer, manufacturer, retailer, or consumer. Check out the bullet points and decide where you can make a commitment.
Check out the eco-credentials of that new item you covet.
Could you buy second hand, or repurpose an existing item? Each time you do this it stops something potentially going to landfill.
And lastly, Innovate, Innovate, Innovate!
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FemTech – Reviewing Patents to Highlight Innovation
Clare Gibson Senior Patent Analyst at PatWorld shares her thoughts on the Innovation in FemTech by reviewing patents.
“FemTech” is a relatively recent term coined in 2016 by the Danish entrepreneur Ida Tin, creator of the period and menstruation tracking app “Clue”, where the term is now synonymous with technology focused on women’s health. Such technology often includes software, diagnostics, products and services, with a large proportion holding female reproductive health at its core. For example, fertility solutions, menstruation tracking apps, pregnancy care, nursing care, sexual wellness, contraception, and general reproductive health care are a few areas where FemTech operates.
Clare Gibson is a Senior Analyst at PatWorld and an expert in undertaking FTO, Patentability and Invalidity searches, covering all types of subject matter with specialisms in Physics and Mechanics.
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Bringing a new technology or invention to market can be a long and arduous process. From conception to financing, from understanding the market and keeping tabs on competitors, the journey can be like threading a needle.
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