This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents. Top assignee: Becton Dickinson and Company Limited. Active years: 1999-2009.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1999-2009
Title: Innovations of Stephen R. Ilsley
Introduction
Stephen R. Ilsley is an accomplished inventor based in Boston, MA. He holds a total of 3 patents that contribute significantly to the field of biotechnology. His work primarily focuses on methods and apparatuses that enhance cell culture techniques.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is a method of providing a substrate with a ready-to-use, uniformly distributed extracellular matrix. This innovative method involves applying extracellular matrix components to a substrate area, incubating them for polymerization, freezing the polymerized matrix, lyophilizing it, and allowing it to warm to room temperature. This process results in a dried uniformly distributed extracellular matrix that can be utilized in various applications.
Another notable patent is for a coated membrane designed to assess the invasive capacity of a cell. This invention features a porous membrane coated with a composition that includes a reconstituted and aggregated extracellular matrix derived from the Englebreth-Holm-Swarm mouse tumor, along with a polyol and a specific buffer. The coated membrane is then dried and affixed to an assembly for use in multiwell tissue culture plates.
Career Highlights
Stephen R. Ilsley is currently associated with Becton Dickinson and Company Limited, where he continues to innovate in the field of biotechnology. His contributions have been instrumental in advancing methodologies that improve cell culture practices.
Collaborations
Stephen has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Frank J. Mannuzza and Arthur Myles, enhancing the impact of his work through teamwork and shared expertise.
Conclusion
Stephen R. Ilsley's innovative patents and contributions to biotechnology reflect his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and practical applications in cell culture techniques. His work continues to influence the field positively.