Semiconductor memory with integrated biologic element
US9208864B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 8, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11C2013/008
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A memory includes cytokines, such as macromolecule proteins, as a poly-state data storage. Each fold state of multiple fold states of a protein are associated with a data value. Current flow through the protein is associated with a resistance of the protein associated with its current fold state. Application of light, electric fields or heat via an associated element or elements facilitates placement of a protein in a fold state that corresponds to an associated resistance and correlates with an incoming data value. Measuring of current or resistance allows for reading of a data value associated with the protein.
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