This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Beckman Coulter, Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: John McDonald and Biological Specimen Imaging
Introduction
John McDonald is an inventor associated with Malibu, California, and Beckman Coulter, Inc. His patent work addresses methods for preparing biological specimens for microscopic imaging.
Latest Patents
McDonald is credited with 1 patent: “Methods and Systems for Immobilizing a Biological Specimen for Microscopic Imaging.” The invention describes ways to immobilize a biological specimen for extended periods to support image capture. In some embodiments, the specimen is held in a gel matrix. A gelling composition can be added to a specimen at elevated temperatures, with cooling then helping the composition set and immobilize the specimen. The described methods may also involve adding a stain or lysing agent.
Career Highlights
The available information identifies McDonald’s work with Beckman Coulter, Inc., a company associated with scientific and laboratory technologies. His patent focuses on specimen preparation for microscopy.
Collaborations
The patent information provided connects McDonald with Beckman Coulter, Inc. No additional collaborators are identified in the supplied details.
Conclusion
John McDonald’s patent describes a gel-based approach to keeping biological specimens stable for extended microscopic imaging, reflecting his work in an area relevant to laboratory research.
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