TS-065426 — Photodetectors are devices that detect light and convert it into an electrical signal. They operate based on the photoelectric effect, in which photons (light particles) strike the semiconductor material, creating electron-hole pairs that lead to the flow of electrical current that can be measured.

TS-065416 — The Need: In the rapidly advancing realm of quantum information science, there's an escalating demand for reliable sources of entangled photon pairs. These photon pairs serve as fundamental building blocks for various quantum communication technologies. Presently, maintaining these sources neces…

TS-065414 — The Need: Innovations in the field of quantum technology are paramount to addressing the escalating demand for advanced computational capabilities and sensitive sensor applications. As traditional computing methodologies reach their limits, there arises an urgent commercial need for breakthroughs i…

TS-065398 — Emissive display technologies (e.g., OLEDs) are display technologies that emit light directly to produce images. Unlike reflective displays, which rely on external light sources, emissive displays generate light, resulting in vibrant and high-contrast visuals. These next-generation displays are used in several applications, including mobile devices, AV/VR headsets, and wearable devices.

TS-065135 — The use of wearable health devices has more than tripled in recent years due to the ability of these products to collect health data to detect potential health events (e.g., heart attacks), manage chronic diseases, and track physical activity. Wearable technologies have been shown to decrease the nu…

TS-064827 — The Need: As the second quantum revolution progresses, the demand for robust quantum materials intensifies, particularly in the realm of quantum computation and information processing. Addressing the challenges of coherence and stability in qubits is crucial for advancing quantum technology towards …

TS-064826 — The Need Accurate measurements of energy and time-of-arrival of photons, particles, or ionizing radiation are crucial for identifying individual particles and enhancing spatial and temporal resolution in various systems. Technologies such as Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), positron emission to…

TS-064825 — he Need In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, seamless collaboration among individuals is crucial for driving productivity and innovation. Traditional methods of interaction often fall short in capturing the nuances of human collaboration, leading to inefficiencies and misunderstandin…

TS-064585 — COLMARppm offers a swift and accurate solution to the longstanding challenges in metabolomics research. Unique features and capabilities position it as a crucial tool for researchers seeking to unlock unknown metabolites, contributing to health research The Need In the field of metabolomics resear…

TS-064299 — Mass spectrometry (MS) is used across a wide range of applications involving analytical chemistry. Various MS techniques, often coupled with liquid chromatography (LC), allow for detection of various chemical analytes, from drug metabolites, pesticides, food adulterants, and natural product extracts…

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TS-063961 — The Need In the realm of power device technologies, addressing the growing demand for efficient, high-performance semiconductors is paramount. The current gap in the availability of a p-type β-Ga2O3 semiconductor poses a significant challenge, hindering the progress of device fabrication metho…

TS-063784 — The Need In the realm of power electronics, the industry is seeking advanced semiconductor materials that can address the ever-growing demand for high power density and high-frequency applications. Beta phase gallium oxide (β-Ga2O3) with an ultrawide bandgap (UWBG) of approximately 4.8 eV emer…

TS-063717 — The Need In the world of semiconductor material systems, the demand for advancements in optoelectronic and power electronic devices is ever-growing. The fabrication of semiconductor films, crucial for these applications, primarily relies on epitaxy technologies such as hydride vapor phase epitaxy (…

TS-063471 — In an increasingly digital world, the demand for efficient and reliable photodetectors is paramount. These devices are critical for a variety of applications, from medical imaging to defense systems. However, traditional photodetectors often struggle with low UV-visible rejection, limiting their e…

TS-063466 — In the rapidly evolving world of semiconductor technology, there is a growing demand for efficient and precise methods of etching Gallium Nitride (GaN)-based semiconductors. Traditional wet and dry etching processes often damage the GaN, compromising the quality and performance of the final produc…

TS-063362 — Introducing our Low-Drag Smart Tether System—the future of fluid speed and direction measurement. Experience unmatched accuracy, energy efficiency, and reliability, revolutionizing how we perceive and utilize wind data in the modern age.

TS-063309 — The Need Over five billion wireless devices are connected to wireless service providers worldwide, with a constant emergence of new and improved technologies. Fifth Generation (5G) wireless technologies are rapidly being deployed due to the demand for fast and more reliable services for mobile user…

TS-063169 — Road safety is a paramount concern. Unpredictable road conditions, such as bumps and uneven surfaces, can pose significant risks to drivers. There is a pressing need for a technology that can sense and alert drivers about these road surface conditions in real-time, enhancing safety and improving t…

TS-063156 — In the era of 5G and beyond, wireless base station infrastructures require power amplifiers (PAs) that maintain high efficiency from backoff to peak power level. Conventional Doherty PAs, while popular, are inherently narrowband due to their reliance on a quarter-wave transmission line (TL). This …

TS-063148 — In an era of rapid growth in modern communication, there is an increasing demand for multi-band and broadband power amplifiers (PA) for signals with large peak-to-average power ratio (PAPR). The PA, being one of the most power-consuming components in a transmitter system, needs to achieve high ave…

TS-063069 — In the wake of the global pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2, the need for rapid, accurate, and efficient diagnostic methods for respiratory viral infections has become more critical than ever. Traditional diagnostic methods, while reliable, are often time-consuming, labor-intensive, and lack the neces…

TS-063058 — The Need In the era of electrified vehicles, there is a growing demand for efficient power systems that can provide high voltage and/or high output power to meet strict design requirements. These power systems also need to supply power to other equipment and circuits, such as DC-DC converters, on-b…

TS-063055 — New LWIR detector combining a dielectric resonator antenna (DRA) with a semiconductor absorber for improved signal, noise, and speed performance

TS-063051 — A stand-off gas detection system with active, laser-based sensing and imaging capabilities for commercial use

TS-063001 — A new method of surface barrier engineering that introduces a linearly graded (AlxGa1-x)2O3 cap layer. This improves the Schottky barrier at the surface which results in a higher breakdown field.

TS-062951 — The Need In today's fast-paced technological landscape, there is an ever-growing demand for high-performance vertical power devices with enhanced breakdown voltage capabilities, exceeding 20 kV. Meeting this commercial need requires an innovative approach to semiconductor drift layer developmen…

TS-062893 — A room temperature, ultra-high gain (M=278, λ=1550 nm, V=69.5 V, T=296 K) linear mode avalanche photodiode (APD) on an InP substrate using a GaAs0.5Sb0.5/Al0.85Ga0.15As0.56Sb0.44 separate absorption charge and multiplication (SACM) heterostructure.

TS-062892 — A room temperature, ultra-high gain (M=278, λ=1550 nm, V=69.5 V, T=296 K) linear mode avalanche photodiode (APD) on an InP substrate using a GaAs0.5Sb0.5/Al0.85Ga0.15As0.56Sb0.44 separate absorption charge and multiplication (SACM) heterostructure.

TS-062847 — Avalanche photodiodes (APDs) that target a wavelength of 1550 nm have several applications ranging from optical communications to imaging to single photon detection. There is increasing interest in APDs for longer wavelengths. A distinctive feature of an APD is high sensitivity due to the gain ach…

TS-062714 — A metal hydride and gas (MEGA) activated proportional counter for ultra-senitive tritium gas detection

TS-062691 — The continued push for high speed, low power, and compact solutions has given rise to the field of integrated optics/photonics, which aims to combine the high bandwidth and low loss transmission of fiber optic technology with the large device density and high production volume of modern microelect…

TS-062608 — Gene therapy is an emerging technology that replaces a faulty gene or adds a new gene to cure disease or improve your body's ability to fight infection. These next-generation treatments hold promise for treating various genetic and chronic conditions, including but not limited to cancer, cystic …

TS-062601 — Only a small fraction of the radio frequency (RF) energy transmitted by smartphones and other wireless devices is used to communicate with a wireless access point. It would be useful to collect or harvest the unused RF signals in order to convert them to direct current (DC) power and supplement th…

TS-062596 — Conventional rectifying circuit designs convert alternating-current (AC) signals into direct-current (DC) signals via the used of diodes. Low-barrier Schottky diodes are used in low AC power cases such as with ambient radio frequency (RF) signals. Ideally, each diode is only turned on during the p…

TS-062577 — Mass spectrometry (MS) is a widely used research tool for determining the exact molecular weight of particles within a sample. It separates electrically charged ions within a gas phase that are subsequently transferred into a mass analyzer, where they are sorted in space or time according to their m…

TS-062553 — The Need The swift and accurate diagnosis of COVID-19 and other viruses is crucial in preventing their spread. Current detection methods like PCR and antibody testing have limitations, including long run times, sample preparation, and high false negative rates. Moreover, with the rapid mutation and…

TS-062499 — Currently, anthropometric and biological measurements in the healthcare setting are made with individual devices that require both specialized equipment and time on the part of the patient and healthcare provider. Additionally, patient data is often static in nature as the opportunity for measurem…

TS-062498 — Novel integrated inductor-based magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) pumps containing liquid metal coolant significantly enhance the thermal management of large-scale, complex electronic systems housed in confined spaces

TS-062494 — A novel magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) pump-based thermal management system design where integration of the cooling apparatus using electronic circuit interconnections achieves improved thermal management at a lower cost.

TS-062493 — Children whose heights or growth rates fall outside of the normal range can be identified as having short stature (less than the 3rd percentile) or tall stature (above the 97th percentile) or as having abnormal growth velocity. Serial height measurements over time are key to identifying these patt…

TS-062492 — Photonic integration is driven by demand for smaller size, lower cost, lower power consumption, easier assembly, higher reliability, and greater data density in modern photonic devices and systems. Among the many platforms, silicon photonics is particularly promising for photonic integration due t…

TS-062488 — Currently, the main method used to detect counterfeit integrated circuits (IC's) is a very simplistic approach based on visual inspection. Unfortunately, many sophisticated counterfeit IC's are indistinguishable from authentic since visually they look almost exactly the same. Dr. Robert…

TS-062486 — Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a versatile noninvasive imaging tool that is routinely used to evaluate many diseases and conditions. MRI offers exquisite soft tissue contrast and high spatial resolution to enable comprehensive structural and functional assessment of internal organs. Recent innovations in data acquisition and processing can expand the clinical applications of MRI.

TS-062481 — Microwaves are one of the most common and convenient appliances for heating food and beverages. However, microwaves often heat unevenly, resulting in hot spots and cold spots in the food. Therefore, there is a need for a technology that can accurately estimate the temperature and nutrient content …

TS-062342 — The Need In the field of mass spectrometry (MS), the study of proteins and protein complexes in their native form, known as native MS, has become crucial in understanding their structure and function. However, the current collision-induced dissociation (CID) technique used in tandem MS experiments …

TS-062340 — The Need There is a commercial need for an advanced ionization and analysis technology that can effectively and rapidly detect and analyze organic compounds, including both polar and non-polar ones, in various matrices. The current challenges in existing ambient mass spectrometry (MS) methods inclu…

TS-062337 — The Need: The healthcare industry is witnessing rapid changes, and the establishment of biobanks to collect and store biological specimens has become crucial for facilitating research and healthcare advancements. However, current microsampling techniques face challenges such as handling small sample…

TS-062336 — The Need: Enhancing Collaborative Interaction for Children with Disabilities Millions of children in the United States with physical or cognitive disabilities face challenges in participating fully in play and forming meaningful connections with their parents and caregivers. The lack of touch and c…

TS-062333 — The Need In today's advancing electronics industry, the growing demand for high-performance devices, coupled with the need for energy efficiency in portable electronics, presents a critical challenge. The primary concern revolves around high power dissipation, leading to undesirable heating of …

TS-061850 — High-quality beta-gallium oxide (β-Ga2O3) based semi-insulating layers enable high power/high-frequency electronics, ultraviolet optoelectronics, and more.

TS-061832 — A portable and lightweight readout circuit designed for use with LRC-based wireless sensors and in conjunction with other commonly used devices (e.g., smartphone, laptop, and tablet)

TS-061767 — Current semiconductor materials used in power devices are reaching their performance limits. Inventors at OSU have developed a new method of fabricating thick β-(AlxGa1-x)2O3 films to enable low-Al content. The result is a lower cost of production and the ability to support next-generation optoelectronic and high-power device applications.

TS-059056 — A platform for improving simulations across many industries. Developing real-life simulations of disasters is vital for safety and reducing their financial impact; however, current simulation tools are bulky, expensive to implement, and require advanced technical skills to operate.

TS-058251 — Diagnostic tools are key to medicine, research and diagnostics. The measurement of biomolecules and their absorption kinetics can facilitate a better understanding of drug intake, biological responses, or in the continuous monitoring of specimen. Current equipment requires centralized equipment, t…

TS-057127 — Achieving high efficiency LEDs with green, amber and longer wavelengths using III-nitride/II-IV-nitride heterostructures as the active media.

TS-055118 — This invention is a vibration free and temperature adjustable sample holder for transmission electron microscopes, allowing improved imaging of beam-sensitive and temperature dependent specimens in the physical sciences.

TS-054917 — This invention ensures the consistent frequency of micro electro-mechanical system resonator-based oscillators by using a novel thin-layer stepped beam.

TS-054550 — Sensing gases with high specificity and sensitivity in complex environments ranging from combustion processes to breath sensing using miniaturized solid-state electrochemical sensors.

TS-054326 — Magnetic skyrmions are unique and stable magnetic spin structures extensively studied in condensed matter physics. They are actively being developed due to their potential application in advanced memory chips. These skyrmion-based memory structures have advantages such as high density, low energy consumption, and resistance to disturbances, making them an attractive option for next-generation data storage.