Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2014-2018
Title: Innovations of Chia-Kuang Tsung
Introduction
Chia-Kuang Tsung is an accomplished inventor based in Allston, MA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of novel host-guest complexes and nanocrystal catalysts. With a total of 2 patents, his work has implications for drug delivery, sensing, and catalysis.
Latest Patents
One of Tsung's latest patents is focused on molecular encapsulation in metal-organic framework crystals. This invention provides novel host-guest complexes where the guest molecule has a diameter larger than the aperture size of the host, which is a metal-organic framework (MOF). These complexes can be utilized for various applications, including drug delivery, sensing, electrical conductivity, luminescence, and energy conversion. The invention also outlines a method for creating these complexes through linker exchange conditions.
Another significant patent by Tsung involves nanocrystal assembly for tandem catalysis. This invention presents a nanocrystal tandem catalyst that comprises at least two metal-metal oxide interfaces for catalyzing sequential reactions. One embodiment features a nanocrystal bilayer structure formed by assembling sub-10 nm platinum and cerium oxide nanocube monolayers on a silica substrate. The distinct interfaces, CeO-Pt and Pt-SiO, facilitate the catalysis of methanol decomposition and ethylene hydroformylation, leading to the selective production of propanal.
Career Highlights
Chia-Kuang Tsung has worked with notable institutions, including the Trustees of Boston College and the University of California. His research has garnered attention for its innovative approaches to complex materials and catalysis.
Collaborations
Tsung has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Jeffery Byers and Peidong Yang, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Chia-Kuang Tsung's innovative work in materials science and catalysis showcases his significant contributions to technology and research. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing knowledge and applications in these critical areas.