Microorganism Control and Remediation using Phenobarbital-based Compositions
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept discloses novel applications of phenobarbital-based compositions in agricultural, environmental, and veterinary fields, leveraging the stabilization technology developed for pharmaceutical purposes.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the stabilization of phenobarbital sodium for injection, but its scope was limited to pharmaceutical applications. However, the problem of microorganism growth and fungal infections persists in various industries, including agriculture, bioremediation, and veterinary medicine. The present inventive concept tackles these issues by adapting the core technology to create novel compositions and methods for controlling and remediating microorganisms.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system for monitoring and controlling microorganism growth in agricultural environments, a method for improving crop yields by reducing fungal infections, a bioremediation system for degrading pollutants in contaminated soil, a veterinary composition for treating fungal infections in animals, and a method for preserving food products by inhibiting microorganism growth. These applications utilize lyophilized compositions of phenobarbital or salts thereof, with an ethanol content in the range from about 5000 ppm to about 70000 ppm, to provide effective and targeted solutions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce an inventive step by applying the stabilization technology to entirely new fields, addressing unmet needs in microorganism control and remediation. The novelty lies in the unexpected application of phenobarbital-based compositions in agricultural, environmental, and veterinary contexts, which was not contemplated in the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include varying the ethanol content, using different salts of phenobarbital, or incorporating additional active ingredients to enhance the composition's efficacy. Variations may also involve adapting the composition for specific microorganisms or industries, such as using the technology to control algae growth in aquatic environments or to treat fungal infections in companion animals.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the agricultural, environmental, and veterinary industries, with potential applications in crop protection, bioremediation, animal health, and food preservation. The market for microorganism control and remediation solutions is substantial, and the present inventive concept offers a unique and effective solution to address these needs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K9/19 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/08 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/515 |
| A | A61 | A61K47/10 |
| A | A61 | A61P25/08 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Pharmaceutical and agricultural biotechnology, with expertise in drug formulation, stabilization techniques, and microorganism control systems. Practitioners would have advanced degrees in chemistry, pharmacology, or microbiology with specialized knowledge in drug delivery and composition modification
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled researcher with understanding of pharmaceutical stabilization techniques, knowledge of ethanol's role in chemical compositions, and ability to adapt pharmaceutical technologies to adjacent technical domains such as agriculture and environmental remediation
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD represents a predictable extension of the source patent's stabilization technology by applying the established lyophilized phenobarbital composition to novel application domains. A PHOSITA would recognize that the core stabilization mechanism involving controlled ethanol content could be readily translated across different technical fields. The fundamental chemical principles underlying the source patent's pharmaceutical approach are directly transferable to agricultural and environmental microorganism control contexts.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,683 |
|---|---|
| Title | Stabilization of phenobarbital sodium for injection |
| Assignee(s) | SUN PHARMA ADVANCED RESEARCH COMPANY LIMITED |