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An Integrated Process for Direct Saccharification and Dehydration of Intact Biomass to Furfurals
ud17-06 – Technology Description: Researchers at the University of Delaware have developed a one-step process for producing sugars (glucose and xylose) from lignocellulosic biomass. This process is able to produce up to 90% glucose and xylose from intact poplar wood at a low temperature without the need for expensive pretreatment steps. The process is further integrated to separate sugars in the... Read More
More Selective, Safer and Cheaper Synthesis of 4,4’-Dimethylbiphenyl
ud20-23 – Application: This innovating technology pertains to a process that produces 4,4’-dimethylbiphenyl using a biomass derived intermediate, 5,5’-dimethylbifuran in high yield and selectivity. 4,4’-Dimethylbiphenyl can be used to produce diacids, diols, diamines and other compounds. Furthermore, 4,4’-biphenylcarboxylic acid can improve physical and barrier properties of polyesters such as PET... Read More
Footwear Integrated with Fabric Based Flexible Carbon Nanotube Based Sensors for Gait Analysis
ud19-27 – Application: A new flexible pressure sensor integrated with footwear to aid in measuring forces and gait analysis during various activities such as walking, running and exercising. This new force sensor is not only accurate, but also lightweight and flexible, giving it an edge on other sensors that are available commercially today. It is because of the lightweight and flexible material... Read More
Endotracheal Tube Attachments for Inhalable Targeted Drug Delivery
ud20-07 – Application: A set of universal attachments for endotracheal (ET) tubes have been designed that allow for selective control of drug deposition in the lung. This novel invention provides clinicians with the ability to target aerosol delivery to either one side of the lung, or a specific lobe, which is beneficial for the treatment of regionally specific diseases. This device has great... Read More
Humane Chicken Euthanasia Simulation Device
ud20-15 – APPLICATION: This novel device was engineered to simulate cervical dislocation of avian species. This device limits or eliminates the need to sacrifice animals for euthanasia training purposes. PROBLEM ADDRESSED: There is no existing technology in the market, where a mechanical device is used for repeat performance of cervical dislocation. 3-D printed neck mechanism is meant to mimic... Read More
Method for Rendering Stippled Photographs
ud20-11 – Application: A neural-based method for stippled image rendering has been created. This method aims to replace the manual process of drawing a stippling, which is extremely laborious and time consuming. This method automatically creates these types of drawings quickly, efficiently and with high accuracy. Problem Addressed: Stippling is an art form that is widely used to represent... Read More
Flywheel Energy Device with Rotating Chemical Energy Storage
ud20-09 – Application: A novel flywheel energy device that combines electrochemical and electromechanical storage has been developed. The invention comprises a novel flywheel in which kinetic, electrochemical, and thermal energy are all stored in a single device. The design of this device allow for easy replacement of the electrochemical cells, thus extending the life of the system. Problem... Read More
Biosynthesis of Para-nitro-L-phenylalanine
ud20-14 – APPLICATION: This new technology is part of an initiative to produce chemicals via biological pathways. This is the first time that the non-standard amino acid (nsAA) para-nitro-L-phenylalanine (pNF) was produced via metabolic, and not chemical, synthesis. This amino acid has previously been incorporated into various proteins using ribosomal methods. As a protein residue, pNF is used as... Read More
Biosynthesis of Aromatic Amines from Monolignols[Plant Matter]
ud20-13 – APPLICATION: This new technology pertains to a unique process that enables the synthesis of Aromatic Amines and non-standard Amino Acids (nsAAs) from monolignols [products from the depolymerization of lignin]. The Aromatic Amines can be used as monomers in polymer production, while the nsAAs can be used in peptide and protein production. PROBLEM ADDRESSED: No technology exists that... Read More
Ex Vivo Lymph Node on a Chip
ud-19-41 – Application: Researchers at the University of Delaware have successfully cultured and maintained a human lymph node in a microfluidic chip format that allows for independent dynamic control of lymphatic and vascular perfusion. The developed lymph node has wide application. It can assist us in understanding immune activation, cancer metastasis mechanisms, HIV replication, drug screening... Read More