公开(公告)号：US20230330657A1

公开(公告)日：2023-10-19

申请号：US18027096

申请日：2021-09-27

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert S Salter ,  Richard Skiffington ,  Shishan Wang

IPC: B01L3/00 ,  C12Q1/6844 ,  C12Q1/689

CPC classification number: B01L3/5023 ,  C12Q1/6844 ,  C12Q1/689 ,  B01L2200/0689 ,  B01L2200/16 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0825

Abstract: Sample preparation and detection devices, methods, and assemblies are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly for preparing a sample for predicting a bacterial presence includes a compartmentalized container having a sample collector reservoir, a first storage compartment, and a second storage compartment. The result is improved efficient and effective predicting of a bacterial presence.

公开(公告)号：US20220348861A1

公开(公告)日：2022-11-03

申请号：US17191911

申请日：2020-11-13

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert Salter ,  Paul Graham ,  Jeffrey Verrette ,  Richard T Skiffington

IPC: C12M1/34

Abstract: Reader and plate methods, operations, and systems for observing a biological sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, a device for observing biological growth, when present, on a growth plate, includes an imaging device and a variable positioning nest. The nest may include a first sunken frame to receive a first growth plate, and an offset second sunken frame to receive a distinct second growth plate in an operating position offset about the first operating position.

公开(公告)号：US11427849B2

公开(公告)日：2022-08-30

申请号：US14426220

申请日：2013-09-16

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert S. Salter ,  Gregory W. Durbin ,  Stanley E. Charm ,  Richard T. Skiffington

IPC: C12Q1/04

Abstract: Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, the device comprises a culture medium adapted for test fluid inoculation without the concerns associated with a spreading step. In particular examples, a printed grid on the outer surface of a culture device is visible on the inner surface for colony counting after a test has been developed. The result is a device that allows for detection, identification, and transportation of various microorganisms without preparation or spreading steps, and more particularly to a culture medium in which a test fluid inoculated thereto diffuses rapidly.

公开(公告)号：US20210215615A1

公开(公告)日：2021-07-15

申请号：US17215004

申请日：2021-03-29

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert J. Markovsky ,  Stanley E. Charm ,  Paul E. Graham ,  Richard T. Skiffington

IPC: G01N21/75 ,  G01N21/78 ,  G01N21/84

Abstract: Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.

公开(公告)号：US11002683B2

公开(公告)日：2021-05-11

申请号：US16278935

申请日：2019-02-19

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert J. Markovsky ,  Stanley E. Charm ,  Paul E. Graham ,  Richard T. Skiffington

IPC: G01N21/78 ,  G01N21/75 ,  G01N21/84

Abstract: Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.

公开(公告)号：US20210016271A1

公开(公告)日：2021-01-21

申请号：US16975460

申请日：2019-03-04

Applicant: CHARM SCIENCES, INC.

Inventor： Robert J. MARKOVSKY ,  Robert SALTER ,  David W. DOUGLAS ,  Paul E. GRAHAM ,  Alan C. TRAN ,  Ryan N. SULLIVAN

IPC: B01L3/00 ,  G01N21/84 ,  G01N1/14

Abstract: In-line testing and product delivery assemblies, methods, operations, and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, an in-line testing and product delivery system includes a supply of product having at least one outlet with a valve closure and a downstream delivery line, a recirculation closed loop in fluid communication with the outlet and supply, and a reader to generate a rapid test result from a single use assay for detection of a presence or an absence of an analyte in the supply. The result provides monitoring of a detection of the analyte to block release of product supply into the delivery line.

公开(公告)号：US20200246792A1

公开(公告)日：2020-08-06

申请号：US16652175

申请日：2018-09-28

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Steve Saul ,  John Jabour

IPC: B01L3/00 ,  G01N33/552

Abstract: A single unit assay device, method, and assembly is shown and described. In one embodiment, a self-contained assembly and method analyze a sample for a presence of one or more analytes, residues, and may include comparing visual intensity of a detectable signal of a test area to a visual intensity of a control area. The result is an improved field test for efficient and effective qualitative analysis.

公开(公告)号：US20190032001A1

公开(公告)日：2019-01-31

申请号：US15525110

申请日：2015-11-10

Applicant: CHARM SCIENCES, INC.

Inventor： Robert J. Markovsky, et al.

IPC: C12M1/34 ,  C12M1/32 ,  C12M1/00

Abstract: Culture medium devices and systems are shown and described. In one embodiment, a peel plate includes a recessed well, a raised platform, and a removable adhesive cover. In certain examples, the recessed well receives a sample on a dried media culture disc. The removable cover may have a first end secured adjacent to the raised platform and a second removable end removably enclosing the recessed well. The result is a peel plate, assembly, and methods for the enumerating a microorganism, when present, in a sample.

公开(公告)号：US09976962B2

公开(公告)日：2018-05-22

申请号：US15835979

申请日：2017-12-08

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Robert J. Markovsky ,  Stanley E. Charm ,  Paul E. Graham ,  Richard T. Skiffington

IPC: G01N21/75 ,  G01N21/84 ,  G01N21/78 ,  G01N33/00 ,  G01N27/26

CPC classification number: G01N21/75 ,  G01N21/78 ,  G01N21/8483 ,  G01N2201/0627

Abstract: Apparatus and assemblies for the detection of at least one analyte in a sample are shown and described. In one embodiment, the assembly generates a test result from an assay and includes an integrated reader and incubator, wherein the incubator incubates the assay as the reader generates the test result. The reader typically has an optical detector aligned with a light source for detecting a plurality of transmission of light on the assay. The result is systems and methods to improve the detection of the presence and/or absence of at least one analyte in a sample.

公开(公告)号：US09652925B1

公开(公告)日：2017-05-16

申请号：US14277425

申请日：2014-05-14

Applicant: Charm Sciences, Inc.

Inventor： Richard T. Skiffington

IPC: G06F17/00 ,  G07F11/62 ,  A47B67/04 ,  G06Q10/08 ,  G07F9/02

CPC classification number: G07F11/62 ,  A47B67/04 ,  G06Q10/087 ,  G07F9/026

Abstract: Hygiene control stations and methods are shown and described. In one embodiment, the control station includes picking compartments with corresponding automated inventory control. Further, the control stations may include user instructions and best hygiene practices. In particular examples, the control stations include sensors and alarms to ensure proper usage. The result is control systems and methods to improve hygiene care, infection control, inventory management, and the like.