This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignees: Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc., Fluid Imagine Technologies, Inc., Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc.. Active years: 2010-2020.
Location History:
- Yarmouth, ME (US) (2010 - 2014)
- Falmouth, ME (US) (2018)
- Cape Elizabeth, ME (US) (2020)
Company Filing History:
3 out of 6 
1 out of 1 
1 out of 1 Years Active: 2010-2020
Title: Kent A. Peterson: Innovator in Imaging Flow Cytometry
Introduction
Kent A. Peterson is a notable inventor based in Falmouth, Maine, with a focus on advancements in imaging flow cytometry. He holds five patents that contribute significantly to the field of particle detection and analysis. His innovative work has implications for environmental monitoring and biological research.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "System and method for light obscuration enhanced imaging flow cytometry." This invention features an imaging flow cytometry system that includes a flow chamber, light obscuration analysis, imaging optics, an image capturing system, a device to regulate fluid flow through the chamber, and a backlighting generator. The design allows for the detection of light obscuration signals from particles that are simultaneously imaged, enhancing the overall analysis process.
Another significant patent is "System and method for monitoring particles in a fluid using ratiometric cytometry." This particle detection system employs a detection mechanism with detectors positioned to capture two different ranges of fluorescence produced by particles in a fluid within a flow chamber. The system improves the accuracy and sensitivity of monitoring blue-green algae by utilizing imaging flow cytometry combined with particle analysis. It measures the ratio of each particle's phycocyanin to chlorophyll b, using two detectors configured for different fluorescence ranges. Captured images are compared to a library of known images using a support vector machine classifier.
Career Highlights
Kent has worked with several companies, including Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc. and Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies, Inc. His contributions to these organizations have been instrumental in advancing technologies related to imaging and particle analysis.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Kent has collaborated with notable individuals such as Christian K. Sieracki and Matthew Duplisea. These partnerships have fostered innovation and development in the field of imaging flow cytometry.
Conclusion
Kent A. Peterson's work in imaging flow cytometry exemplifies the impact of innovative thinking in scientific research and environmental monitoring. His patents and collaborations continue to influence advancements in particle detection technologies.