TS-075175 — Problem
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic disease where activated fibroblasts mediate the abnormal accumulation of extracellular matrix (ECM) in the lung interstitial space, leading to progressive impairment of pulmonary function. Current IPF therapies are associated with significant…
TS-075161 — Problem
Acute and chronic pulmonary inflammation conditions, such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), acute lung injury (ALI) and asthma, remain a significant healthcare challenge with high mortality rates, long-term morbidity and a substantial economic burden due to prolonged hospital s…
Painful musculoskeletal disorders like intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration associated with chronic low back pain (DBP) present a significant socio-economic burden worldwide.
The Need
Current treatments for painful musculoskeletal disorders offer only temporary relief or invasive surgical proce…
College: College of Engineering (COE)
Inventors: Purmessur Walter, Devina; Gallego Perez, Daniel; Higuita Castro, Natalia; Khan, Safdar; Tang, Shirley "Shirley Nina"; Walter, Benjamin
TS-065154 — , 2018-345 Revolutionary treatment for ARDS using novel extracellular vesicles loaded with Anti-Inflammatory Agents.
The Need
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) remains a significant healthcare challenge with high mortality rates and long-term morbidity. Despite advancements in supportive care, there’s an urgent need for pharmacologic treatments targeting the molecular mechanisms driving ARDS pathog…
TS-048888 —
Liposome drug delivery systems play a significant role in the formulation of new therapies. These liposome-encapsulated drugs are used to treat a wide range of diseases such as cancer, influenza, and hepatitis. While endogenous liposomes are recognized by the mononuclear phagocyte system and clear…
TS-039004 — Pericelle: a nanoparticle based perivascular drug delivery system to prevent stenosis and failure in vascular reconstruction surgeries.
Imaging and re-intervention procedures, necessary to maintain open blood vessels following vascular reconstruction surgery, are expensive. For example, the cost of maintenance for an arteriovenous (AV) fistula used in hemodialysis access has been estimated at $15,000/year. In bypass and AV fistula…
TS-036654 — A stent-free delivery platform for reducing arterial plaques.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, resulting in more than 600,000 deaths and a significant contributor to overall healthcare costs. Over 28 million Americans are diagnosed with heart disease and contribute more than $30 billion in healthcare-related expenses. …