Durham, North Carolina Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Nirvana Sciences Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its groundbreaking advancement in medical imaging. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11904026, titled ‘Metallohydroporphyrins for photoacoustic imaging’, introduces novel contrast agents that enhance the clarity and depth of photoacoustic imaging, a technique that combines light and sound to visualize tissues.
This innovation employs copper- and manganese-based chlorins and bacteriochlorins as contrast agents. These compounds absorb light and emit sound waves, allowing for sharper and deeper imaging of biological tissues. The result is a significant improvement in the ability to detect and monitor diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular conditions.
Unlike traditional imaging methods, photoacoustic imaging with these metallohydroporphyrins offers enhanced resolution and penetration depth. This means clinicians can obtain more detailed images of organs and tissues without invasive procedures. The technology also supports multiplex imaging, enabling simultaneous visualization of multiple targets within the body.
By integrating these advanced contrast agents into photoacoustic imaging, Nirvana Sciences Inc. is paving the way for more accurate diagnostics and personalized treatment plans. This patent not only represents a leap forward in imaging technology but also holds promise for improving patient outcomes across various medical fields.
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