This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Battelle Memorial Institute. Active years: 2018-2020.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2018-2020
Title: Michelle R Brann: Innovator in Hydrophobic Materials and Biofilm Measurement
Introduction
Michelle R Brann is a prominent inventor based in Richland, WA (US). She has made significant contributions to the fields of materials science and bioengineering. With a total of 2 patents, her work focuses on innovative solutions that address practical challenges in various applications.
Latest Patents
One of her latest patents is titled "Stretchable hydrophobic materials and methods for making the same." This invention describes hydrophobic materials, processes for their production, and their uses. The materials can be created using silica or polytetrafluoroethylene particles embedded into a liquid polymer, resulting in stretchable hydrophobic materials.
Another notable patent is "Method and apparatus for measuring biofilm thickness and topology." This invention discloses an apparatus and method for measuring biofilm and biological activity on a surface. The apparatus includes a biofilm, which consists of one or more microorganisms grown on a substrate. A viewing window is placed on the surface of the biofilm, and a gas bubble is introduced between the viewing window and the biofilm surface. The space may be enclosed in a casing that has an inlet and an outlet, forming a flow cell. A microscope system, such as a white light interferometer, captures data of the biofilm in situ and non-destructively. The 3D images of the biofilm surface have high resolution while maintaining a large field of view. This apparatus and method will be useful for fundamental studies of biofilms, biomedical and environmental screening, and many other applications in biology and the life sciences.
Career Highlights
Michelle R Brann is currently associated with the Battelle Memorial Institute, where she continues to advance her research and innovations. Her work has garnered attention for its potential impact on both scientific research and practical applications.
Collaborations
She has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Curtis J Larimer and Raymond Shane Addleman, contributing to a dynamic research environment that fosters innovation.
Conclusion
Michelle R Brann is a trailblazer in the development of hydrophobic materials and biofilm measurement technologies. Her contributions are paving the way for advancements in various scientific fields.