Synergistic Positron Imaging Tomography (SPIT) System for Enhanced Bacterial Infection Diagnosis and Treatment

Publication ID: 24-11857352_0003_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Synergistic Positron Imaging Tomography (SPIT) System for Enhanced Bacterial Infection Diagnosis and Treatment,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857352_0003_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857352_0003_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,352.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The SPIT system integrates Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain technologies to revolutionize the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of bacterial infections.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a composition and method for positron imaging tomography imaging agent for bacterial infection. However, it had limitations in terms of accuracy, efficiency, and personalized treatment planning. The SPIT system addresses these limitations by combining PET imaging with AI-driven computer-aided diagnosis, IoT-enabled sensors, and blockchain-based data storage to provide a more comprehensive and effective solution.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The SPIT system consists of a PET scanner, a computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) system, a machine learning algorithm, IoT-enabled sensors, and a blockchain-based data storage system. The PET scanner acquires images of the subject, which are then processed by the CAD system and machine learning algorithm to identify regions of interest. The IoT-enabled sensors provide real-time monitoring of physiological parameters, and the blockchain-based data storage system stores and secures the PET images and treatment data. The system enables personalized treatment planning, real-time monitoring, and accurate diagnosis of bacterial infections.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The SPIT system's novelty lies in its synergistic combination of PET imaging with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies, which provides a more accurate, efficient, and personalized solution for bacterial infection diagnosis and treatment. The inventive step is the integration of these distinct technologies to create a new, more powerful system that overcomes the limitations of the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the SPIT system could include the use of other imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT, or the integration of additional technologies, such as robotics or nanotechnology. Variations of the system could also include different machine learning algorithms or blockchain-based data storage systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The SPIT system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial infections. The system could be marketed to hospitals, clinics, and research institutions, and could also be used in pharmaceutical development and personalized medicine.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B6/037
A A61 A61K51/0402
A A61 A61P31/04
C C07 C07B59/001
C C07 C07C227/12
C C07 C07C229/60

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,352
TitlePositron imaging tomography imaging agent composition and method for bacterial infection
Assignee(s)The Research Foundation for The State of University New York