This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Active years: 2017.
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Years Active: 2017
Title: Innovations of Xi Qian in Nanotechnology
Introduction
Xi Qian is an accomplished inventor based in Troy, NY (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of nanotechnology, particularly in the internalization of proteins into hollowed gold nanostructures. His innovative work has the potential to advance various applications in medicine and materials science.
Latest Patents
Xi Qian holds a patent for the "Internalization of proteins into hollowed gold nanostructures." This patent describes a gold nanocage with pores, where charged ligand molecules are covalently bound to the internal surfaces. The patent also details the electrostatic adsorption of payload molecules onto these charged ligand molecules. The pore diameter is specified to be between 1.2 and 20 times the gyration radius of the payload molecule. Additionally, the patent outlines a method for creating a nanoparticle using polyvinylpyrrolidone as a capping agent in a galvanic replacement reaction. This process converts a silver nanocube into a gold nanocage with pores, replacing the capping agent with charged ligand molecules and electrostatically adsorbing payload molecules. Furthermore, a method for delivering a pharmacological agent to a mammalian cell is provided, which involves contacting the cell with a gold nanocage that has pores and ligand molecules bound to its internal surfaces.
Career Highlights
Xi Qian is affiliated with Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he continues to engage in groundbreaking research. His work has garnered attention for its innovative approach to nanotechnology and its implications for drug delivery systems.
Collaborations
Xi Qian collaborates with notable colleagues, including Jennifer E. Gagner and Jonathan S. Dordick. Their combined expertise enhances the research and development of advanced nanostructures and their applications.
Conclusion
Xi Qian's contributions to nanotechnology, particularly through his patent on gold nanocages, highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work promises to pave the way for new advancements in medical applications and materials science.