Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2002-2009
Title: Innovations by Linda S. Foster in Pulmonary Delivery Systems
Introduction
Linda S. Foster is a prominent inventor based in Sunnyvale, California, known for her significant contributions to the field of pulmonary delivery systems. With a total of 10 patents to her name, she has made remarkable advancements in the delivery of insulin and other medicaments through inhalation methods.
Latest Patents
Among her latest patents, one notable invention is the "Methods and compositions for pulmonary delivery of insulin." This invention allows for systemic delivery of insulin to a mammalian host through the inhalation of a dry powder of insulin. It has been discovered that dry insulin powders are rapidly absorbed through the alveolar regions of the lungs. Another significant patent is titled "Devices, compositions and methods for the pulmonary delivery of aerosolized medicaments." This invention provides dispersible dry powder pharmaceutical-based compositions, including methods for their manufacture and dry powder dispersion devices. The compositions are characterized by a moisture content of less than about 10% by weight, a particle size of about 1.0-5.0 µm mass median diameter, and a delivered dose exceeding 30%.
Career Highlights
Linda has worked with notable companies in the pharmaceutical industry, including Nektar Therapeutics and Inhale Therapeutic Systems, Inc. Her work has focused on developing innovative solutions for drug delivery, particularly in the area of pulmonary administration.
Collaborations
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