?? Exciting Patent News from The University of Southern Mississippi! We are proud to announce the filing of a new patent application for a Self-amplifying mRNA (SAM) Vaccine Platforms with a Modified 5’ Untranslated Region of Zika Virus Genome for Infectious Agents and Cancers designed to prevent infectious diseases. This innovative platform, developed by Dr. Fengwei Bai, Professor of Virology and Immunology (Cell & Molecular Biology Program), and Dr. Faqing Huang, Professor (Dept. of Chemistry & Biochemistry), has demonstrated significant reductions in copy number and growth kinetics in early in vitro studies with Zika virus, showcasing its potential as a next-generation vaccine development platform. ?? Key Benefits: ? Enhanced immunity – More effective than traditional vaccine technologies ? Cost-efficient – Easier and less expensive to manufacture ? Safer formulation – No chicken eggs, reducing allergic reactions ? Global impact – Potential to combat pathogens with no effective prevention or treatment ?? Potential Applications: ?? mRNA vaccines for infectious diseases (viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites) ?? Potential use in cancer immunotherapy This innovation represents a major step forward in vaccine research, offering more effective, accessible, and scalable solutions to global health challenges. ?? Learn more: ?? https://shorturl.at/UTIuh #Innovation #Biotech #mRNAVaccine #VaccineResearch #USM #ZikaVirus #PatentFiled #research #transaltionalresearch
关于我们
The Office of Innovation Management (OIM) is responsible for protection and commercialization of innovations that emerge from all dimensions of USM's research enterprise, from the sciences to the humanities. OIM works with inventors to define and market technology portfolios of inventions, to promote new business ventures, and to build business alliances that will accelerate the transition of inventions to the marketplace. Additionally, OIM is responsible for drafting and negotiating all of the University's legal intellectual property agreements, including, but not limited to, confidentiality, material transfer, and licensing agreements.
- 网站
-
https://www.usm.edu/technology-development/index.php
USM's Office of Innovation Management的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 研究服务
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 类型
- 教育机构
- 领域
- technology、innovation、research、innovation、licensing和patents
动态
-
It's Tech Tuesday and we want to give a BIG ?? Congratulations to Dr. Jeffrey Wiggins and The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) on receiving funding through the SMART Business Accelerator Initiative! Dr. Wiggins’ project, "Compositions and Methods of Manufacture of Multifunctional Monomer for the Production of High Thermal Stability Thermoset Matrices," explores novel polymer chemistries with exceptional high thermal stability—a key advancement for hypersonic vehicle applications, a top strategic priority for the Department of Defense. This research aims to strengthen commercial viability and patentability, bringing cutting-edge thermoset matrix technologies closer to real-world deployment. Learn more about the project here: ?? https://shorturl.at/E9ETU We’re excited to see the impact of this groundbreaking research! Congratulations again, Dr. Wiggins! ?? Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning #Innovation #PolymerScience #Hypersonics #ThermalStability #USM #SMARTInitiative #Mississippi #USM #ReadyForLife?#TechTuesday #Research
-
-
??? Tech Thursday Spotlight! ??? Check out this Tech Thursday video from Zhe Qiang, showcasing the groundbreaking research coming out of his lab! ???? Their team is pushing the boundaries of manufacturing and materials science, working toward sustainable solutions for a circular plastic economy. By developing industry-relevant manufacturing methods, they’re transforming commodity plastics into high-value products, tackling major environmental challenges head-on. Their research leverages cutting-edge techniques—including X-ray, neutron, and single-molecule fluorescence microscopy—to uncover fundamental insights into polymer physics, from chain dynamics to nanostructures and interfacial assembly behaviors. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of sustainable materials! Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning The University of Southern Mississippi #TechThursday #SustainableManufacturing #MaterialsScience #CircularEconomy #PolymerPhysics #Innovation #research #USM #ReadyforLife #Ready4Life
-
?? Exciting Innovation Alert! ?? We are thrilled to announce that Derek Patton and Nina Mclain's U.S. Non-Provisional Patent Application for the "Trauma Belt for Non-Tourniquetable Hemorrhage Control" has been officially filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)! ?? The Trauma Belt (T-Belt) is a lightweight, portable, and life-saving device designed to apply direct pressure to hemorrhaging wounds in areas where traditional tourniquets are ineffective. This innovation is crucial for point-of-care treatment in battlefield scenarios, ambulances, field hospitals, and remote locations—helping to save lives in critical situations. This patent filing represents a major step forward in trauma care and emergency medicine, and we are incredibly proud of our team’s dedication to advancing medical technology for real-world impact. ???? Together, we innovate. Together, we save lives. Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning The University of Southern Mississippi Nicole Ruhnke #Innovation #MedicalDevices #TraumaCare #EmergencyMedicine #USPTO #HealthcareAdvancement #TraumaBelt #Research #Technology #SavingLives #ReadyForLife #ReadyForInnovation #Ready4Life
-
-
?? Congratulations to Dr. Tristan Clemons and The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) on receiving funding for the SMART Business Accelerator Initiative project! Dr. Clemons' project, "Aqueous Photoiniferter Polymerization of Polyacrylonitrile for Enhanced Carbon Fiber Production," aims to strengthen the commercial viability and patentability of this innovative technology. By leveraging aqueous photoiniferter polymerization, this research seeks to enhance carbon fiber properties through improved polymer precursor chemistry. With this funding, the project will scale up from lab-scale to proof-of-concept, allowing for critical advancements in fiber spinning and carbonization—key steps toward achieving pilot-scale carbon fiber for downstream testing and evaluation. We’re excited to see how this research progresses and the impact it will have on next-generation carbon fiber production. Congratulations again, Dr. Clemons! ?? Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning #ResearchInnovation #CarbonFiber #PolymerScience #USM #SMARTInitiative #Mississippi #USM #ReadyForLife?
-
-
Congratulations to RebornC!
Mississippi’s Brightest Manufacturing Innovators Have Stepped Up—Now It’s Time to Celebrate! Earlier this year, we challenged Mississippi’s most innovative minds to push the boundaries of advanced manufacturing—and they delivered. Entrepreneurs from across the state submitted groundbreaking technologies designed to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and redefine the future of manufacturing. The judging is complete, and the SmartTech MS Advanced Manufacturing Prize Competition has reached its finale. It’s time to celebrate their achievements and award $35,000 in prizes, with $25,000 going to the Mississippi Advanced Manufacturing Champion and $10,000 awarded to the Mississippi Advanced Manufacturing Innovator. Meet the 2025 SmartTech MS Winners! Grand Prize Winner – Mississippi Advanced Manufacturing Champion ($25,000): RebornC Second Place – Mississippi Advanced Manufacturing Innovator ($10,000): SyndSync Read about both winners in our latest Spotlight Story. https://lnkd.in/g-DhPggw Join us as we celebrate Mississippi’s top manufacturing innovators. ?? Date: March 7, 2025 ? Time: 2:30 PM ?? Location: MS State University CAVS – Extension, 153 Mississippi Pkwy, Canton, MS 39046 This event isn’t just about celebrating winners—it’s about fueling the future of Mississippi’s manufacturing landscape. Whether you're an industry professional, entrepreneur, or tech enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this! https://bit.ly/3XqVQoz SmartTech Mississippi is powered by the National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines Development program. Learn more: www.smarttechms.com #SmartTechMS #AdvancedManufacturing #InnovateMississippi #BuildItHere #RebornC #SyndSync
-
-
?? Congratulations to Dr. Zhe Qiang and The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) on receiving funding through the SMART Business Accelerator Initiative! Dr. Qiang’s project, "Direct Synthesis of Mesoporous Polymers as High-Performance Water Remediation Sorbents," aims to develop mesoporous polymer sorbents from thermoplastic elastomer precursors to effectively remove harmful contaminants from wastewater. This research not only explores the commercial viability and patentability of these innovative materials but also evaluates their large-scale production feasibility—a key step toward real-world environmental impact. We’re excited to see how this research contributes to sustainable water treatment solutions! ???? Learn more about the project here: ?? https://lnkd.in/eHtQ4RQx Congratulations again, Dr. Qiang! ?? #Innovation #WaterRemediation #SustainableSolutions #PolymerScience #USM #SMARTInitiative #Mississippi #USM #ReadyForLife? Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning
-
-
Congratulations Xiaodan Gu!
Dr. Xiaodan Gu has received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers—a national honor recognizing his work in polymer physics and organic electronics, particularly his research on semiconducting materials. As an associate professor in the Southern Miss School of Polymer Science and Engineering, Dr. Gu is helping shape the next generation of innovators who are making a lasting impact in their fields.
-
-
?? Congratulations to Dr. Derek Patton and The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) on receiving funding through the SMART Business Accelerator Initiative! Dr. Patton’s project, "Polyester Thermosets from Ester-Containing Epoxy and Amine Components," aims to advance the commercial viability and patentability of these innovative materials. This funding will support scale-up efforts and the establishment of reliable synthetic processes for ester-containing aryl ether diepoxide and aryl amine monomers—key steps toward broader adoption in advanced materials. We’re excited to see the impact of this research as it progresses toward real-world applications. Learn more about this technology here: ?? https://bit.ly/4iaRBoO Congratulations again, Dr. Patton! ?? Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning #Innovation #PolymerScience #AdvancedMaterials #USM #SMARTInitiative #Mississippi #USM #ReadyForLife?
-
-
?? Exciting Update from our Culture Shift Team Meeting! ?? Today marks Day 2 of our Culture Shift Team meeting, consisting of faculty and staff, and we are thrilled to share that it has been an incredibly eye-opening experience so far. We are dedicated to creating a culture within our university that not only supports societal impact but also promotes translational research. A huge thank you to Thrive Village for helping to guide us on this journey towards positive change. We can't wait to see the amazing progress and impact we can make together as a team. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work towards creating a more inclusive and impactful culture at our university. #CultureShift #SocietalImpact #TranslationalResearch #ThriveVillage #TeamWork #PositiveChanges ??????
-