PATENT BRIEFING
CHINA
- A method for preparation of cured epoxy microspheres by inverse emulsion polymerization Yang, Z., Zhu, Y., Xu, J., Rong, J., and Zhao, D. [Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences]
- Faming Zhuanli Shenqing Gongkai Shuomingshu 1321694 ( 2001)
- Multifunctional recombined microencapsulated food preservative Ge, L., Zong, A., Xu, H., and Ge, Y. Faming Zhuanli Shenqing Gongkai Shuomingshu 1337185 ( 2001)
- Preparation of epoxy resin/inorganic particle composite microspheres by reverse emulsion polymerization Yang, Z., Zhu, Y., Xu, J., Rong, J., and Zhao, D. [Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences] Faming Zhuanli Shenqing Gongkai Shuomingshu 1321697 (2001)
- Production of hollow microsphere composite material Liu, X., Liu, S., Wang, Z., Yang, X., Xi, F., Liu, Y., Wang, H., and Yin, S. Faming Zhuanli Shenqing Gongkai Shuomingshu 1319623 ( 2001)
CZECH REPUBLIC
- Production of silica platelets from glass microspheres Antos, P., and Dolezal, J. [Silchem Spol SRO] Czech Rep 288997 (2001)
EUROPE
- Genotyping by flow cytometry using fluorescent microspheres labeled with allele-specific probes to capture oligonucleotide-labeled PCR products Chen, J., Taylor, D. D., Weiner, M. P., and Ye, F. [Smithkline Beecham Corporation] Eur Pat Appl 1249503 (2002)
- Manufacture of chitosan-encapsulated wax microcapsules as finishing agents for fibers, yarns, and fabrics Viladot, P. J. L., and Tacies, A. [Cognis Iberia, SL] Eur Pat Appl 1254983 (2002)
- Method for the preparation of microcapsules that are composed of active substances, gelation agents, chitosans, and anionic surfactants Viladot, P. J. L., and De Moragas, M. [Primacare SL] Eur Pat Appl 1243321 (2002)
- Microcapsules consisting of double-encapsulated active substances Viladot, P. J. L., and De Moragas, M. [Primacare SL, c/o Cognis Iberica SL] Eur Pat Appl 1247568 (2002)
- Nanocapsules composed of active substances and waxes and method for the preparation by spray-drying Tacies, A., Copete, V. T., Pi, S. R., and Viladot, P. J. L. [Cognis Iberia, SL] Eur Pat Appl 1243326 (2002)
GERMANY
- Biosensors with microelectrodes and microparticles for the determination of nucleic acids Binder, J., Benecke, W., Dobrinski, H., and Blohm, D. [Campus Micro Technologies Gmbh] Ger Offen 10138497 ( 2002)
- Breast implants containing microencapsulated fillers Simons, H. J. Ger Offen 10115270 ( 2001)
- Highly-filled pasty organosilicon hybrid nano- and/or microcapsules containing compo-sitions for coatings resisting scratches and abrasion Edelmann, R., Monkiewicz, J., Borup, B., Mehnert, R., Glaesel, H. J., and Langguth, H. [Degussa A-G] Ger Offen 10207401 (2002)
- Microencapsulation with polyurethanes and(or) polyureas Podszun, W., Krueger, J., and Probst, J. [Bayer AG] Ger Offen 10117784 (2002)
- Microparticle drug delivery system and method for production by grinding Mueller, B. W., and Carstensen, U. [Pharmatech GmbH] Ger Offen 10061932 (2002)
- Porous microparticles with lipid layer for the determination of the permeation of substances and method for their preparation Schmitt, J., and Noeller, J. [Nimbus Biotechnologie Gmbh] Ger Offen 10121903 ( 2002 )
JAPAN
- Application of coatings containing large amounts of solid microparticles at a high speed Nagahama, M., and Kashiwada, H. [Mitsubishi Paper Mills, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002292326 (2002)
- Continuous mixing of chemical liquids and manufacture of microcapsules Senzu, N. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282661 (2002)
- Electrophotograpic development apparatus using a microspheroidal toner Fujiwara, M., and Honda, T. [Canon Inc] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002296831 (2002)
- Electroplating of electrically conductive microparticles for formation of conductive connec-tion structureNagai, Y., Okinaga, N., and Matsubara, M. [Sekisui Chemical Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002322591 (2002)
- Heat-developable diazo recording material containing microencapsulated diazonium com-pound Tsurumi, M. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002307836 (2002)
- Heat-developable diazo recording material containing microencapsulated diazonium salt Ichikawa, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002293042 (2002)
- Heat-developable photographic material containing oil-soluble dye- based polymer micro-particle composition Nagaike, C., and Ueda, E. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002268178 (2002)
- Hollow glass microspheres and process and apparatus for continuous manufacture of them Sodeyama, K., Yoshimura, Y., and Hamaishi, K. [Kagoshima Prefecture] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002338280 (2002)
- Ink sets containing reactive microparticles, and polymers, printing method using them,, and ink-jet printing apparatus Tomioka, H., Takahashi, K., and Kurabayashi, Y. [Canon Inc] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002332437 (2002)
- In-line continuous-mixing apparatus, mixing of reactive chemical liquids, and manufacture of microcapsules Senzu, N., and Shinohara, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282665 (2002)
- In-line type continues mixing apparatus and manufacture of microcapsules by same Senzu, N., and Shinohara, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282671 (2002)
- Malleable modeling clay-like materials containing carboxymethyl cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol and hollow microparticles Yamamuro, T. jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002275309 (2001)
- Manufacture of microcapsulated electrophoresis apparatus involving regioselective for-mation of microcapsule layer and manufacture of electronic display device using the apparatus Kawai, H., and Ishida, M. [Seiko Epson Corp] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002323709 (2002)
- Manufacture of microcapsules containing diazo dyes with small diameter, and narrow diameter distribution, and thermal recording materials containing them Ichikawa, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282679 (2002)
- Manufacture of microcapsules with suppressed sludge aggregation and pressure-sensitive copying paper containing them Nishiyama, F., Sasaki, T., and Kuroyama, Y. [Nippon Paper Industries, Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282680 (2002)
- Manufacture of silicone microspheres with uniform average particle diameter Kanuma, K. [Ge Toshiba Silicone Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002322282 (2002)
- Manufacture of stable inorganic microparticle dispersions and ink-jet printing materials bearing coated layers from them Miyaji, N., Maekawa, I., and Kaneko, S. [Mitsubishi Paper Mills, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002320842 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner containing microparticle external additive and apparatus equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311774 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner containing sulfonic acid and titanium oxide micro-particle Watanabe, K., Suzuki, M., Watanabe, Y., Yamashita, M., Shiraishi, K., Kato, M., and Kondo, M. [Ricoh Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002268285 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner having microparticle external additive and apparatus therefor equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311780 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner having inorganic microparticle external additive and apparatus therefor equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311782 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner having inorganic microparticle external additive and apparatus therefor equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311783 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner having microparticle external additive and apparatus therefor equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311784 (2002)
- Method of forming image using toner having inorganic microparticle external additive and apparatus therefor equipped with toner-cleaning blade Sato, K., and Omura, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002311785 (2002)
- Microcapsulated photosensitive transfer imaging material and method for image formation using the same Ibaraki, K. [Mitsubishi Paper Mills, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002268237 (2002)
- Microcapsules and their manufacture Kono, Y., Hatade, Y., and Shiomori, K. jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002301357 (2002)
- Microcapsules and their manufacture for photosensitive thermal recording materials Mitamura, Y. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002301358 (2002)
- Microcapsules involving fine material and method for fixing of the fine material by using the microcapsules Usami, T., Fujita, K., and Goto, K. [BFKK] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002307399 (2002)
- Microencapsulation of color formers for themog. copying materials Ichikawa, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002282678 (2002)
- Microparticle spacer dispersion for manufacture of display Shichiri, T. [Sekisui Chemical Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002333631 (2002)
- Microparticulate afterglow phosphors with narrow size distribution and their preparation Chen, P., and Sakae, T. [Fujioka, Naozumi Umemaru, Toshiaki] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002327173 (2002)
- Photomagnetic recording material containing ferromagnetic microparticle, method of forming image using the same, and image-forming apparatus Iijima, Y. [Ricoh Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002268259 (2002)
- Preparation of liquid crystal microcapsules for liquid crystal displays with high brightness, high contrast, and low drive voltage Hotta, A., Shimizu, S., Nakai, Y., and Naito, K. [Toshiba Corp] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002275471 (2002)
- Production method of fluorescent microparticles Yoshida, T., Wakamatsu, H., Kawahata, K., and Shoji, T. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002294229 (2002)
- Recording agent containing microencapsulated recording solution for electrophotographic image-forming apparatus and ink-jet printer Horiuchi, T., and Akazawa, Y. [Sharp Corp] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002268268 (2002)
- Retroreflective microcapsules for retroreflective coating compositions Shinguji, K., and Shinguji, H. jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002296410 (2002)
- Silicone rubber composition containing hollow glass microspheres for thermal fixation roll Otashiro, Y., and Mochizuki, K. [GE Toshiba Silicone Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002296940 (2002)
- Stable microcapsules, their manufacture, and heat-sensitive recording materials Ichikawa, K. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002307837 (2002)
- Thermal printing material containing color developer and microencapsulated color former and hydroquinone derivative Ueki, M. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002293033 (2002)
- Thermal recording material utilizing microencapsulated diazonium salt compound to improve shelf life Minami, K., and Jinbo, Y. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002264530 (2002)
- Thermal recording material utilizing microencapsulated diazonium salt compound to improve shelf life Sato, M. [Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002264540 (2002)
- Toner containing hydrophobicized titania or metal oxide microparticle having specific shapes for electrostatographic development, manufacture thereof using deflagration method, and method of forming image Omura, T., Oshiba, T., Soeda, K., and Yamazaki, H. [Konica Co] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002287410 (2002)
- Wall panels from plaster and microcapsules containing hinokithiol for insect killing effect and antibacterial effect Higashizaka, E. [Topics KK] jpn Kokai Tokkyo Koho 2002309688 (2002)
PCT
- Aerosol administration of interleukin-2 liposomes Zein, N. N., and Anderson, P. M. [Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research] PCT Int Appl 02 78624 (2002)
- Anti-angiogenic therapy using liposome-encapsulated chemotherapeutic agents Flowers, C., Saltman, D., Tam, P. M. S., Burge, C. T. R., and Harasym, T. 0. [Inex Pharmaceuticals Corporation] PCT Int App,? 02 89772 (2002)
- Echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules Wheatley, M. A., and El Sherif, D. [Drexel University] PCT Int Appl 02 78611 (2002)
- Homogenization of polymers and drugs by cryomilling for the use as implants and microparticles Schuetz, G., and Freudensprung, B. [Hexal Ag] PCT Int Appl 02 94226 (2002)
- Lipids, lipid compositions, liposomes, and lipoplexes Springer, C. J., Heyes, J. A., and Cooper, R. G. [Cancer Research Campaign Technology Limited] PCT Int App,? 02 72068 (2002)
- Liposomal tumor necrosis factor compositions Gridley, D. S., Kim, D. W., and Ten, H. T. L. [Alza Corporation] PCT Int Appl 02 78672 (2002)
- Liposomally encapsulated hydrophobic active ingredients with a high active ingredient content of at least 50% and method for production for use as pharmaceutical preparations Reszka, R., and Scherrer, P. [GOT Therapeutics Gmbh] PCT Int Appl 02 94269 (2002)
- Liposome composition for improved intracellular delivery of a therapeutic agent Zalipsky, S., Allen, T. M., and Huang, S. K. [Alza Corporation] PCT Int Appl 02 76428 (2002)
- Liposome targeting of matrix metalloproteinase inhibitors Penate, M. 0., Koivunen, E., and Kinnunen, P. [Licentia Ltd] PCT Int Appl 02 76491 (2002)
- Liposomes consisting mainly of cholesterol Horvath, I. PCT Int Appl 02 83100 (2002)
- Microcapsules with enzymically modified pectic matrix Pedersen, A. V., Hansen, M. M., Madsen, S. L., Jensen, N. M., Hansen, C. L., Strarup, A., and Hansen, K. M. [Basf Health & Nutrition A/S CP Kelco Aps] PCT Int Appl 02 82924 (2002)
- Microparticle for protection of therapeutic agents Naimark, W., and Palasis, M. [Scimed Life Systems, Inc] PCT Int Appl 02 87623 (2002)
- Microparticulate microbound diet for the culture of larval fish and crustaceans D'Abramo, L. R., and Cohen, A. C. [Mississippi State University] PCT Int Appl 02 78463 (2002)
- Non-enzymatic liposome-linked closely spaced array electrodes assay (NEL-ELA) for detecting and quantifying nucleic acids Bredehorst, R., Hintsche, R., and Heuberger, A. [Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der Angewandten Forschung eV] PCT Int Appl 02 81739 (2002)
- pH-sensitive liposomal drug delivery Ponnappa, B. C. [Thomas Jefferson University] PCT Int Appl 02 76427 (2002)
- Phospholipid bilayer liposomes for imaging Fossheim, S., and Odegardstuen, L. I. [Amersham Health A/S Canning, Lewis Reuben] PCT Int Appl 02 89771 (2002)
- Phosphor microparticles and production method Kijima, N., Shimomura, Y., Umebara, T., Ignatius, W. L., and Okuyama, K. [Kasei Optonix, Ltd, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation] PCT Int Appl 02 88275 (2002)
- Preparation of controlled-release microcapsules containing agrochemicals having a high melting point Asrar, J., and Ding, Y. [Monsanto Technology, LLC] PCT Int App,? 02 82901 (2002)
- Preparation of microparticles containing a H+, K + -ATPase inhibitor Glad, H., and Soederbom, M. [Astrazeneca AB] PCT Int Appl 02 72071 (2002)
- Process for applying microcapsules to textile materials Harris, L., and Blevins, L. [Sara Lee Corporation] PCT Int Appl 02 90643 (2002)
- Processes for producing coated magnetic microparticles and uses thereof Chen, D., Cheng, J., Fei, W., Sun, B., Xie, X., Zhang, X., and Zhou, Y. [Aviva Biosciences Corporation] PCT Int Appl 02 75309 (2002)
- Production of microcapsules with cores containing water-soluble substances Wulff, D., Jahns, E., Roeckel, H., and Schehlmann, V. [BASF Aktiengesellschaft] PCT Int Appl 02 85510 (2002)
USA
- Biofunctional hydroxyapatite coatings and microspheres for in-situ drug encapsulation Troczynski, T., Liu, D. M., and Yang, Q. US Pat Appl Publ 20020155144 (2002)
- Clinical use of liposome technology for the delivery of nutrients to patients with the short bowel syndrome Twine, R. W. US Pat Appl Publ 20020172710 (2002)
- Covalent microparticle-drug conjugates for biological targeting Meredith, M. J., Yatvin, M. B., and Pederson, R. L. [Enzrel, Inc] US 6455073 (2002)
- Fragrance emitting articles using microcapsule containing fragrance and production method thereof Zolotarsky, Y., O'Halloran, D., Bernard, F., and Thaker, P. US Pat Appl Publ 20020151236 (2002)
- Liposomes coupled to desialyated glycoproteins for the targeted antitumor delivery to liver cancer Wong, J. T. F., and Tsang, S. Y. US Pat Appl Publ 20020146449 (2002)
- Melanoma vaccines comprising viral liposomes and melanoma-associated antigens Hoon, D. S. B., and Kaneda, Y. [John Wayne Cancer Institute] US 6472375 (2002)
- Method of administering liposomal encapsulated taxane Rahman, A. [Neopharm, Inc] US 6461637 (2002)
- Method of producing thermally expansive microcapsule Ohmura, T., Nakata, Y., and Kawaguchi, Y. [Sekisui Chemical Co, Ltd] US Pat Appl Publ 20020135084 (2002)
- Microencapsulated electrophotographic toner particles having colored shells Palmer, D. J. US Pat App,? Publ 20020142241 (2002)
- Microencapsulated plasminogen activators Leach, J. K., and O'Rear, E. US Pat Appl Publ 20020155160 (2002)
- Microparticles and methods for delivery of recombinant viral vaccines Hural, J., Johnson, M. E., and Spies, A. G. US Pat Appl Publ 20020146828 (2002)
- Microspheres of metal oxides and their use as stationary phases in chromatography Carr, P. W., McCormick, A. V., Yan, B., McNeff, C. V., and Chen, F. [Regents of the University of Minnesota] US Pat Appl Publ 20020160196 (2002)
- Polymer microencapsulation of drugs by solvent exchange Yeo, Y., Chen, A. U.-T., Basaran, 0. A., and Park, K. US Pat Appl Publ 20020160109 (2002)
- Process for manufacturing microcapsules by interfacial polycondensation with polyoxyalk-yleneamine and acid chlorides Argillier, J. F., Soto, P. M. L., Zydowicz, N., Mechin, F., and Chomard, A. US Pat Appl Publ 20020158356 (2002)
- Textile material containing microparticles for garments with registered trademark Tebbe, G. US Pat Appl Publ 20020137417 (2002)
- Therapy of respiratory influenza virus infection using free and liposome-encapsulated ribonucleotides Wong, J. P. H., and Nagata, L. P. US Pat Appl Publ 20020136761 (2002)