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Javier Montiel Bonmatí posted this:
New metal-free electrocatalysts for fuel cellsThe Carbon Materials and Environment Research Group of the University of Alicante has developed a new method for obtaining carbon materials with excellent properties such as electrocatalysts in fuel cells or metal-air batteries. The process is based on the thermal treatment of polyaniline (or its derivatives) at high temperature and allows to obtain metal-free carbon materials with a high performance, in a very simple, fast way and in a single stage. These novel materials are characterized by their excellent catalytic activity and selectivity in the oxygen reduction reaction in alkaline medium, they are very stable and resistant to methanol and carbon monoxide poisoning, and above all, they stand out for their low manufacturing cost, which makes them promising candidates to replace the current commercial platinum-based catalysts. We are looking for companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation.
Universidad de AlicanteUniversidad de Alicante posted this:
New method for controlled synthesis of mesoporous solids from any kind of POM based saltMesoporous solids are compounds used as catalysts and also as catalysts support in many chemical reactions. Catalysts are chemical compounds that increase speed reaction without modifying its own chemical characteristics. Same of them are used in the same phase that reagents and they are called homogeneous catalysts. Other are supported or imbedded in a porous surface, so called heterogeneous or contact catalysts. Most of the catalysts are extremely environmentally dangerous, as they are based in H2SO4 and HF, or very expensive, as they include noble metal compounds. In order to solve it, intense research in the latest decades has come up with catalysts based on polyoxometalates (POM). POM are a large family of nanoscale metal-oxide anionic clusters that combine easily with external positive ions to achieve electroneutrality. Regarding catalysis, POM group based on Keggin molecular structure is the most interesting because it confers them acid properties and great solubility in watery solutions. In that case, positive ions are protons and compound is called heteropolyacid (HPA). It has applications as homogeneous catalysts. POM can also be used as heterogeneous catalysts when replacing positive ions by cations to obtain the corresponding insoluble salt: the cation combined with the POM determines degree of solubility, thermal stability, acidity and porosity of the salt. These catalysts must provide a great superficial area, i.e. a great number and size of porous to provide a big number of loci to adsorb catalysed reactions. Nowadays, according to the cation used (ammonium, caesium) specific surface of about 100 m2/g (microporosity) may be achieved, but mesoporosity does not appear or it happens under no control. The research group has developed a method to obtain mesoporous solids from any kind of POM based salt. Method is quite simple and synthesis reaction, according to the cation used, is controlled by temperature and pH.Jagiellonian University posted this:
New method for efficient differentiation of human adipose tissue MSCs into bone cellsThe invention opens up the possibility of efficiently homing adipose tissue MSCs to differentiate into bone cells in vitro. The subject of the invention is a method for rapid and efficient differentiation of adipose tissue MSC cells into bone cells under laboratory conditions. The method was achieved by a) developing compositions of culture media for MSCs of adipose tissue, b) using so-called basic or modified bioactive growth surfaces for MSCs of adipose tissue and c) using so-called "dynamic" culture conditions for MSCs of adipose tissue.University of Huelva posted this:
New method for manufacturing magnetic cores by powder metallurgyMagnetic cores in amorphous state are usually produced by placing together very thin amorphous ribbons from a material obtained by the melt-spinning technique. The new patented method produces the amorphous material by mechanical alloying, a traditional process in the powder metallurgy field. This technique allows a higher control on the amorphisation process and the properties of the amorphous obtained powders. These powders are then consolidated by the very quick process known as Electrical Resistance Sintering (also Electrical Discharge Consolidation/Sintering can be used). A final amorphous material, without the typical frontier between ribbons of melt spinned materials, which clearly affect properties, is obtained.University of Huelva posted this:
New method for manufacturing powder metallurgy magnetsThe conventional method of press followed by furnace sintering is now substituted by an electrical consolidation method. This allows joining in a single step the previous pressing/sintering processes, and, due to the promptness of the process, the use of controlled atmospheres is not necessary. The steps of magnetization, and eventual thermal treatments, can be carried out in the same container, without being necessary to manipulate the product.OTRI-Universidad de Málaga posted this:
New method for prognosis of breast cancer recurrenceThe invention relates to the field of oncology and cancer treatment and prognosis. The invention includes methods for predicting the risk of recurrence of breast tumors using the expression signature of particular miRNAs.
Technology Transfer Office (TTO) at Universidad de MálagaUniversidad de Alicante posted this:
New method for rapid, simple and efficient detection of nitritesThe Institute for Organic Synthesis (ISO) has developed a new method for the formation of indolizines, based on the use of the Eschenmoser salt, the products of which allow the rapid, simple and efficient detection of nitrites in water or food. This invention solves the disadvantages of the methods known so far, since they do not require highly-reactive and/or highly-toxic substances. It can be applied both in solution and on cotton swabs. The group is looking for companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation.IMIM Institut Recerca Hospital del Mar posted this:
New method for the determination of the risk of atypical fractures in patients treated with bone remodelling inhibitors.Up to date there is not any technology for detecting the risk to suffer atypical fractures related to long-term treatment with bone remodelling inhibitors. The invention will be of usefulness for individualize treatments in patients treated with bone remodelling inhibitors by detecting the individual risk of suffering atypical fractures. The invention is planned to be included into an in-vitro diagnostic tool for the atypical fracture, which will be included into standard disease management protocols and therefore used routinely by physicians prior to and after the prescription of bone remodelling drugs and further osteoporosis drugs. Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease with a characteristic decrease in bone mass and density which can lead to an increased risk of fracture. There are two types of osteoporosis: •Type 1: most common in women after menopause, named postmenopausal osteoporosis •Type 2: Senile osteoporosis, occurs mostly after age of 75 years and has equally effect in women and in men Based on the WHO diagnostic criteria, approximately 22 million women and 5.5 million men aged between 50 and 84 years had osteoporosis in the European Union (EU) in 2010, whilst osteoporosis can be found in the list of 10 most important diseases named by the WHO. Due to changes in population demography, the number of men and women with osteoporosis might rise from 27.5 million in 2010 to 33.9 million in 2025, corresponding to an increase of 23%. The number of new fractures in the EU in 2010 was estimated at 3,5 million cases, in between these approximately 620.000 hip fractures, 520.000 vertebral fractures, 560.000 forearm fractures and 1.800.000 fractures of i.e. pelvis, rib, humerus, tibia, fibula, clavicle, scapula, sternum, and other femoral fractures. Two thirds of all fractures occurred in women. In 2010, the number of deaths causally related to fractures was estimated at 43.000. The corresponding cost of osteoporosis in the EU, also in 2010 figures, including pharmacological intervention, was estimated at €37 billion out of which costs of treating fractures represented 66%, pharmacological prevention 5% and long term fracture care 29%. The total health burden was estimated at 1 180 000 lost Quality Adjusted Life Years (QALY) for the EU. The total cost in the EU might rise from €98 billion in 2010 to €120 billion Euro in 2025. The use of osteoporosis drugs has increased considerably. Approved pharmacological interventions (bisphosphonates, strontium ranelate, raloxifene, denosumab and parathyroid hormone peptides) are widely available but their use is restricted by reimbursement policies. Alendronate (a bisphosphonate) is the most commonly prescribed agent, accounting for approximately a quarter of the total value of sales. The potential users/partners are pharmaceutical companies, excluding pure generic companies (lacking development resources, relevant lobbying and sales channel to the policy makers and practitioner) selling drugs in the indication osteoporosisUniversitat de València posted this:
New method for the production of metallic oxides with spinel structureThis procedure is faster, with lower energy consumption and generates purer spinels than known methods for spinel production. With this invention, it’s possible to provide new methods for obtaining spinels or other mixed oxides with a higher processability and versatility than those existing to date, allowing also for obtaining new spinels and removing the need for extremely costly phases in time or energy, including milling or heating at temperatures up to 1200ºC.Universitat de València posted this:
New method for the synthesis of inert metallic nanoparticlesThe most remarkable advantages provided by this technology are: • Rapidity of the metallic nanoparticle synthetic method, as it consists of only one step. • Efficiency, since size, shape and concentration of nanoparticles are controlled, as well as, their production in organic or inorganic soluble solution. • Reduced production costs, as high temperatures are required by other alternative laser ablation methods.Universidad de Alcalá-OTRI posted this:
New method of transmission and estimation of the arrival time of acoustic signals for localization systemsThe Research Group of Electronic Engineering Applied to Intelligent Spaces and Transportation (GEINTRA) of Alcalá University has developed a procedure to estimate the arrival instant of acoustic signals for localization systems based on a non-coherent and capable DFT-S-DMT * modulation to compensate the Doppler effect, for its application in acoustic localization systems. GEINTRA seeks companies from the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector to sign technical cooperation agreements, commercial agreements with technical assistance and patent licensing agreements. * Discrete multi-tone modulation, widening by discrete Fourier transformUniversidad de Alicante posted this:
New method to detect spacer acquisition in CRISPR structuresInsertion of new CRISPR spacer units is very infrequent in most species. Detection of these events usually requires large screenings of CRISPR clusters of a high number of clones. In order to decrease the number of clones to be tested, it is possible to select adapted cells when such acquisition changes the immunity pattern (i.e. enables for the degradation of target molecules). This causes a bias against detection of insertions of other sequences and cannot be executed in cells with silenced CRISPR immunity. In this sense, the availability of a selectable tool for readily detecting spacer insertion independently of its consequences over the degradation of target genetic elements is highly advantageous compared to the methods currently in use.CNIC (TTO)Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)
CNIC (TTO)Technology Transfer Office at Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)
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New method to improve treatment of atrial fibrillationResearchers from the CNIC and HCSC have developed a system to guide ablation procedures in a patient-specific way in complex cases of persistent atrial fibrillation, identifying these key regions to be treated with great precision and specificity. Furthermore, it does not require additional equipment or consumables, but only software that could be implemented within any conventional electroanatomical browser, so it would not make current pulmonary vein isolation procedures more expensive, with the advantage of being able to perform patient-specific ablation in complex cases.
Technology Transfer Office at Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)Universitat de Lleida posted this:
New method to increase yolk color and egg nutritional qualityThe University of Lleida seeks industrial partners with expertise in the sector of crop production to adopt a new technology of optimized feed solution for egg producers (poultry market). The type of partner sought is for the regulatory codevelopment and commercialization of our solution under a technology license agreement.Universidad de Alicante posted this:
New method to quantify the self-repair of polymeric materialsThe Adhesion and Adhesives Laboratory of the University of Alicante has developed a new method (equipment and process) to determine the degree of self-repair and to monitor the kinetics of self-repair of polymeric materials. The new method also makes it possible to follow the self-repair process of composites, ceramic materials, materials based on cement, mortar or concrete, and textile materials.Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC posted this:
New method to test tuberculosis virulenceA new easy, fast and reliable method to determine the virulence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) has been developed by a group of scientists from UPC and IGTP. Partners to further develop the technology and/or to establish comercial agreements along with technical cooperation are sought.UNIVERSIDAD DE BURGOS posted this:
New methodology for the catalytic reduction of nitroaromatic compounds environmental friendlyThe invention relates to a new general method for the reduction of nitroarenes to anilines using a Mo(VI) catalyst and pinacol as reducing agent. The products obtained show excellent yields. It should be noted that this new method uses an easily available and non-toxic reducing agent that generates non-toxic byproducts which are easily separated from the amine synthesized.UNIVERSIDAD DE BURGOS posted this:
New methods for the detection and discrimination of contaminants and organic metabolites of high environmental impact by means of fluorogenic probesThe research group develops new selective fluorogenic probes for organic molecules of low molecular weight and high social and environmental impact. The newly developed fluorogenic probes are able of show large differences of fluorescence in the presence of certain analytes and they are oriented to the resolution of detection problems for contaminants of high environmental impact for which a satisfactory solution does not exist, such as phosphorylating reagents from chemical weapons, methylmercury, cyanide ion, doping substances and recreational abuse drugs. By incorporation of the fluorogenic probes to silica nanomaterials, the research group generates new luminescent sensory materials of toxicological and environmental utility.Universitat de Lleida posted this:
New microbial culture to control foodborne pathogens in fresh-cut fruitA new solution based on a microbial culture capable of inhibiting the growth of foodborne human pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli in fresh-cut fruit. New microbial culture with demonstrated bio-preservative activity. The use of the proposed technology in the fresh-cut fruit industry prevents the development of food-borne pathogens, ensures food safety and maintains the product quality throughout the product shelf-life. This technology is complementary to existing preventive methods.CNIC (TTO)Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)
CNIC (TTO)Technology Transfer Office at Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)
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New microRNAs for the diagnosis of cardiomyopathiesInflammation in the myocardium or myocarditis is a disease with heterogeneous aetiology, frequently caused by an infectious pathogen, toxins, drugs or by an autoimmune disorder. Its clinical variability and its nonspecific symptoms make the diagnosis of myocarditis a process that is not always easy. There is an urgent need for accurate, fast point-of-care tests that simultaneously provide diagnostic and prognostic information about a patient entering the hospital with symptoms of acute heart failure. CNIC researchers have identified the role of an specific miRNA in cardiomyopathies processes and have studied the differential expression in blood plasma of patients compared with healthy subjects. These miRNAs can be used as biomarker to improve the diagnosis of acute myocarditis.
Technology Transfer Office at Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research (CNIC)Javier Montiel Bonmatí posted this:
New multifunctional material for catalysis applicationsThe "Advanced Materials" research group at the University of Alicante has developed a foamed material comprising three phases: a structural matrix, at least one host phase, and a fluid. This material is characterized by the fact that the structural matrix comprises a plurality of interconnected porous cavities, the host phase(s) is/are housed within at least one porous cavity of the structural matrix and the fluid is housed within the porous cavities. The host phase(s) is/are housed within the porous cavities of the structural matrix without maintaining any bond with the latter. The structural matrix may consist of a material of a metallic, polymeric or ceramic nature or mixtures thereof. Meanwhile, the host phase(s) is/are a functional material, the fluid being a liquid or a gas. These materials have many potential uses, among which one is as a catalyst material or as a support for catalysts. Companies interested in the commercial exploitation of this material are sought through a patent license agreement.
Universidad de AlicanteJavier Montiel Bonmatí posted this:
New multifunctional material for controlled-drug-release implantsThe "Advanced Materials" research group at the University of Alicante has developed a foamed material comprising three phases: a structural matrix, at least one host phase, and a fluid. This material is characterized by the fact that the structural matrix comprises a plurality of interconnected porous cavities, the host phase(s) is/are housed within at least one porous cavity of the structural matrix and the fluid is housed within the porous cavities. The host phase(s) can be housed within the porous cavities of the structural matrix without maintaining any union or maintaining discrete unions with the latter. The structural matrix may consist of a material of a metallic, polymeric, ceramic nature or mixtures thereof. Meanwhile, the host phase(s) is/are a functional material, the fluid being a liquid or a gas. These materials have many potential uses, among which ones is as an implant material, with the additional possibility of exerting a controlled release of drugs. Companies interested in commercial exploitation of this material through a patent license agreement are sought.
Universidad de AlicanteJordi Reverter posted this:
New Nanoporous Graphene materialA bottom up unique method build the holy graphene from molecular blocks. The molecular blocks used define the size and shape of the pores, which are identical with atomic precision. We can also control the chemical functionalization of the material. This material has semiconducting properties with a bandgap similar to Si, opening new applications for graphene-based materials. This new material can be used for sieving, sensing, (opto)electronics or its combinations.
Licensing Manager at Institut Català de Nanociència i NanotecnologiaUniversidad de Cádiz posted this:
New nanostructured catalyzers without noble metals and with low content in lanthanidesSince the 1990's, the mixed oxides of cerium and zirconium have replaced cerium oxide in the composition of the three-way catalyzers used in the automotive industry. The fundamental reason for this is the improved textural behaviour of the oxides of Ce/Zr, compared with the effectiveness of cerium oxide. These mixed oxides are also more effective in the exchange of oxygen with the medium. The Oxygen Storage Capacity (OSC) of the compound is therefore the key property for its application as a component in catalyzers. However, the rare earth metals which are the critical component of these catalyzers have currently increased considerably in price, due to greater demand and limited supply from the few exporting countries. The research group working in this field has been able to obtain nanostructured oxides of Ce/Zr and Ce/Zr/Y with low content in Ce that present very good oxygen storage properties. In addition, costly noble metals are not employed in their formulation, which represents an important economic advantage.Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC posted this:
New nanostructured material for tissue regenerationA new ion release system for revascularization and tissue regeneration based of calcium phosphate glass nanoparticles has been patented and developed. Partners to further develop the technology and/or to establish commercial agreements along with technical cooperation are sought.OTRI-Universidad de Málaga posted this:
New nanosystem to be applied over white adipose tissueThis invention is developed by the University of Málaga (UMA) in collaboration with Andalusian Public Health System and CIBER. They have developed a new nanosystem to be applied over white adipose tissue. This nanosystem changes white fat into brown fat.
Technology Transfer Office (TTO) at Universidad de MálagaJavier Montiel Bonmatí posted this:
New noble metal-free catalyst for the production of propylene oxideThe Institute of Materials of the University of Alicante has developed a new and cost-effective catalyst without noble metals to obtain propylene oxide from the selective oxidation of propylene. The catalytic system is characterized by not making use of dangerous or highly contaminating agents, and by not producing high quantities of reaction by-products. In addition, it shows a high selectivity towards propylene epoxide in the selective oxidation of propylene. Companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation are sought.
Universidad de AlicanteUniversity of Vigo posted this:
New non-destructive method for “in situ” monitoring of anticorrosive protection of organic coatingsPaint coating is one of the most used methods to delay corrosion process in metallic structures. Metal corrosion is the main reason of metallic infrastructure deterioration (bridges, boats, planes…) causing failures in numerous industrial areas. The economic loss due to corrosion is estimated at about 4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in industrialized countries. Due to the serious consequences of this phenomenon, it is essential to develop effective methods for early detection of coatings failures and establishment of deterioration mechanisms. However nowadays, most of the inspection methods are indirect, destructive and based on deterministic or probabilistic models, which limits the coatings performance assessment on the in real operating conditions. The Corrosion Engineering and Materials Research Group (ENCOMAT) proposes a solution to this problem with a new device and a direct and non-destructive test based on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The main novelty of the device and procedure is the new portable sensor adaptable to any surface. The device, fixable by vacuum to the surface under study, makes possible the measurement of the electrochemical interfacial impedance. That is the main parameter of interest for adherence quality and anti-corrosion performance. The procedure reduces testing time and allows in situ assays to be performed. Innovative aspects and advantagesUniversity of Vigo posted this:
New non-destructive method for “in situ” monitoring of anticorrosive protection of organic coatingsPaint coating is one of the most used methods to delay corrosion process in metallic structures. Metal corrosion is the main reason of metallic infrastructure deterioration (bridges, boats, planes…) causing failures in numerous industrial areas. The economic loss due to corrosion is estimated at about 4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in industrialized countries. Due to the serious consequences of this phenomenon, it is essential to develop effective methods for early detection of coatings failures and establishment of deterioration mechanisms. However nowadays, most of the inspection methods are indirect, destructive and based on deterministic or probabilistic models, which limits the coatings performance assessment on the in real operating conditions. The Corrosion Engineering and Materials Research Group (ENCOMAT) proposes a solution to this problem with a new device and a direct and non-destructive test based on electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The main novelty of the device and procedure is the new portable sensor adaptable to any surface. The device, fixable by vacuum to the surface under study, makes possible the measurement of the electrochemical interfacial impedance. That is the main parameter of interest for adherence quality and anti-corrosion performance. The procedure reduces testing time and allows in situ assays to be performed.University of Vigo posted this:
New non-destructive method for “in situ” monitoring of anticorrosive protection of organic coatingsThe main novelty of the device and procedure is the new portable sensor adaptable to virtually any surface. The device, fixable by vacuum to the surface under study, makes possible the measurement of the electrochemical interfacial impedance, that is the main parameter of interest for adherence quality and anti-corrosion performance.