This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Purdue Research Foundation. Active years: 2017.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2017
Title: Innovations by Eduardo Ximenes in Foodborne Pathogen Detection
Introduction
Eduardo Ximenes is an accomplished inventor based in West Lafayette, IN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of food safety through his innovative methods and systems for detecting foodborne pathogens. His work is crucial in ensuring the safety and quality of food products.
Latest Patents
Eduardo Ximenes holds a patent for "Methods and systems useful for foodborne pathogen detection." This patent describes methods and systems that are useful in processing food samples to detect pathogenic cells. The embodiments include homogenizing a food sample, digesting solids from the homogenized sample, and removing lipids. The cells in the sample can be concentrated using hollow fiber membrane filtration, and regeneration cycles allow for multiple reuses of the filter. The systems and processes can be automated and controlled by a computer, enhancing efficiency in pathogen detection.
Career Highlights
Eduardo Ximenes is associated with the Purdue Research Foundation, where he continues to advance research in food safety. His innovative approaches have the potential to revolutionize how foodborne pathogens are detected and managed.
Collaborations
Eduardo collaborates with Michael Ralph Ladisch, a fellow researcher, to further enhance the effectiveness of their innovations in food safety.
Conclusion
Eduardo Ximenes is a notable inventor whose work in foodborne pathogen detection is paving the way for safer food processing methods. His contributions are vital for public health and food safety standards.