TS-067158 — The Need Mass spectrometry (MS) is used across a wide range of applications for detection of various chemical analytes such as drug metabolites, pesticides, food adulterants, and natural product extracts. Recent developments have transformed MS into an all-purpose technique for in-situ and real-tim…

TS-066752 — Background: Mass spectrometry is an analytical technique characterized by its excellent sensitivity, robust selectivity, and rapid response. The four stages of mass spectrometry are ionization, acceleration, separation, and detection. Among these, the ionization step is crucial for analyzing comple…

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-062577 — The Need Traditional Mass Spectrometry (MS) methods require solid and liquid samples to be vaporized and charged before analysis, which can be limiting. Existing ion sources are often specialized for specific types of analytes, leading to inefficiencies and the need for multiple devices. There is a…

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-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 — Background: Current immunoassay methods often rely on magnetic beads for sample collection and signal amplification, typically employing colorimetric detection based on enzymatic reactions. This approach raises stability concerns and is not ideal for field analysis due to the necessity of lasers fo…

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-038604 — Apparatus and methods to form three-dimensional dried blood spheroids on hydrophobic paper substrates.

TS-037437 — A technique for estimating magnetic resonance imaging absolute phase to enhance machine efficiency and versatility.