Multi-signal Fluorescent Probe for Diverse Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept extends the core technology of the original multi-signal fluorescent probe to various industries, enabling early detection of pollutants, diseases, spoilage, and biofilm formation, thereby improving environmental sustainability, public health, and food safety.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a multi-signal fluorescent probe for early diagnosis of tumors. However, its application was limited to the medical field. This inventive concept addresses the need for a versatile, adaptable probe that can be applied to diverse industries, solving the problem of limited scope and applicability.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a multi-signal fluorescent probe adapted for various applications, including environmental pollution monitoring, crop disease diagnosis, food spoilage detection, air quality monitoring, and biofilm formation detection. The probe emits distinct signals indicative of specific contaminants or pathogens, enabling early detection and targeted interventions. The probe's versatility stems from its ability to be tailored to different industries, with modifications to its structural formula, preparation methods, and signal emission profiles.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in its extension of the original probe's technology to entirely new industries, solving previously unaddressed problems. The inventive step involves adapting the probe's design and functionality to accommodate diverse applications, thereby creating a versatile, high-impact technology.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include modifications to the probe's structural formula, such as using different fluorophores or conjugating molecules. Variations may also involve changes to the preparation methods, signal emission profiles, or detection systems to optimize the probe's performance for specific applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including environmental monitoring, agriculture, food safety, air quality management, and biomedical research. The target market includes government agencies, research institutions, and private companies operating in these sectors, with potential applications in early detection, prevention, and mitigation of diverse hazards.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K49/003 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Analytical chemistry, fluorescence-based diagnostic and detection technologies, with expertise in molecular probe design, signal detection, and multi-functional sensing systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A researcher or engineer with advanced degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related field, experienced in fluorescent probe synthesis, signal transduction mechanisms, and interdisciplinary application of molecular sensing technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the core fluorescent probe technology disclosed in the source patent provides a fundamental platform for adaptation across multiple detection domains. The multi-signal emission characteristics inherently suggest versatile applicability beyond tumor diagnosis. The structural flexibility of the probe and its signal generation mechanism naturally lend themselves to environmental, agricultural, and industrial monitoring applications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,644 |
|---|---|
| Title | Multi-signal fluorescent probe for early diagnosis of tumors, and preparation and use thereof |
| Assignee(s) | Hunan Normal University, Hunan Cancer Hospital |