University of Wisconsin–Madison

Author:

Diamond film may yield sensors for bioterror

With the help of a novel scheme developed by chemists at UW-Madison for chemically modifying diamond, the age of the inexpensive, compact sensor that can continuously scan airports, subways and battlefields for the slightest trace of biological weapons may be at hand. Coupled with modern electronics, the new sensors would not only be able to detect nearby biological agents, but also sound alarms and even call for help.

New disclosures and patents, 1992-2002

1992 Disclosures: 174 Patents: 41 1993 Disclosures: 152 Patents: 57 1994 Disclosures: 154 Patents: 53 1995 Disclosures: 202 Patents: 47 1996 Disclosures: 227 Patents: 69 1997 Disclosures: 218 Patents: 65 1998 Disclosures: 221 Patents: 85 1999 Disclosures: 319 Patents: 90 2000 Disclosures: 309 Patents: 80 2001 Disclosures: 301 Patents: 88 2002 Disclosures: 293 Patents: 81

Tapeworm’s trick could help humans

Capitalizing on what they learned from studying lowly tapeworms, scientists at UW-Madison believe they may have found a way to make drugs more effective in their delivery. This research holds out the promise of lowering dosage and cost, and eliminating wasted medicine.