Systems and methods for microwave jamming of molecular recognition
US10983068B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 2, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2202/11
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods include directing limited frequencies of microwave signals toward target molecules, driving a motion of the target molecules to impact molecular recognition. In one implementation, a microwave spectra associated with the rotational modes of a target molecule is obtained. From peaks in the spectra, a mode of molecular movement is identified and a microwave signal profile is generated for driving a motion of binding portions of the molecule associated with the identified mode. Microwave signals are generated based on the signal profile for output by antennas. For example, the microwave signals can be can be used to impede the binding of quorum sensing molecules by receptors of P. aeruginosa. In one implementation, the antennas can be placed in a catheter for placement in a patient. In another implementation, the antennas can be placed in a sleeve or other device for use adjacent to the skin of a patient.
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