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Margaret Alison Wheatley

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 5)

EPO Patents = 1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 741(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Norristown, PA (US) (1990)
Arlington, MA (US) (1990)
Media, PA (US) (1989 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

patents

4 out of 528

Thomas Jefferson University

patents

4. 2 out of 1,218

The Penn State Research Foundation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2025

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18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12290577 - Method of freeze drying surfactant-stabilized microbubbles (2025-05-06),

2. 12090203 - Surfactant microbubbles compositions and process for preparing thereof (2024-09-17),

3. 11389552 - Method of freeze drying surfactant-stabilized microbubbles (2022-07-19),

4. 11305013 - Surfactant microbubbles and process for preparing and methods of using the same (2022-04-19),

5. 9700640 - Stabilized ultrasound contrast agent (2017-07-11),

6. 9220709 - Drug loaded contrast agents: combining diagnosis and therapy (2015-12-29),

7. 8877498 - Porous polymer scaffolds for neural tissue engineering and methods of producing the same (2014-11-04),

8. 8715622 - Echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules and methods for production and use thereof (2014-05-06),

9. 7897141 - Echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules and methods for production and use thereof (2011-03-01),

10. 6514209 - Method of enhancing ultrasonic techniques via measurement of ultraharmonic signals (2003-02-04),

11. 5955143 - Hollow polymer microcapsules and method of producing the same (1999-09-21),

12. 5562099 - Polymeric microparticles containing agents for imaging (1996-10-08),

13. 5487390 - Gas-filled polymeric microbubbles for ultrasound imaging (1996-01-30),

14. 5352436 - Surfactant-stabilized microbubble mixtures, process for preparing and (1994-10-04),

15. 4933185 - System for controlled release of biologically active compounds (1990-06-12),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Margaret Alison Wheatley

Introduction

Margaret Alison Wheatley is a prominent inventor based in Media, Pennsylvania, known for her significant contributions to the field of microbubble technology. With a total of 18 patents to her name, she has made remarkable advancements that have implications in various scientific and medical applications.

Latest Patents

One of her latest patents is a method of freeze-drying surfactant-stabilized microbubbles. This invention outlines a process that includes preparing vials with a mixture of microbubbles, partially submerging them in a chilled water bath, and freeze-drying them in a lyophilizer. Another notable patent involves a method for annealing surfactant-stabilized microbubbles, which also utilizes liquid nitrogen and specific temperature controls to achieve the desired results. Additionally, she has developed surfactant microbubble compositions and processes for preparing acoustically-sensitive microbubbles, which involve a series of steps to create and separate microbubbles by size.

Career Highlights

Throughout her career, Wheatley has worked with esteemed institutions such as Drexel University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her work has not only advanced the field of microbubble technology but has also contributed to the broader scientific community.

Collaborations

Margaret has collaborated with notable figures in her field, including Robert Samuel Langer and John Robert Eisenbrey. These partnerships have further enriched her research and innovations.

Conclusion

Margaret Alison Wheatley stands out as a leading inventor whose work in microbubble technology has paved the way for new advancements in various applications. Her dedication to innovation continues to inspire future generations of inventors.

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