Villanova University


Anammochar Process for One-Step Ammonia Removal from Wastewater

Background and Unmet Need   The US Congressional Water Authority reports that nitrogen is the main pollutant in rivers and streams, posing a significant threat to aquatic ecosystems and water quality nationwide. Although federal law currently does not limit nitrogen discharge from wastewater, 24 states have proactively implemented regulations to control nutrient levels and to […]

Biomimetic Compression Garment for Muscle Recovery

Background and Unmet Need Athletes worldwide employ early and on-going compression therapy to greatly improveshort-term recovery as well as long-term outcomes for those engaging in strenuous physical activity. Medically, applying targeted pressure through compression has been found to boost blood circulation and reduce inflammation, expediting healing.1 A recent study further showed such therapy improves both […]

Methods and Compositions Comprising Fusion Proteins for the Identification of Immunotherapy Cells (CAR-T)

Background and Unmet Need   Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell therapy or CAR-T is a type of cancer immunotherapy that utilizes a patient’s own T cells that are genetically modified to recognize and attack cancer cells. This form of treatment has become massively popular as a customized solution to cancer therapies. While a new therapeutic area, […]

Cell-Pack Fitted Helmet for Enhanced Head Protection

Concussive injuries in professional, club, and amateur sports, as well as across military occupations, are a major concern. Amateur athletes, including equestrian, contact sports, roller sports, and skiing, have been identified as one of the most susceptible populations to sustaining Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Further, 45% of TBI-related emergency pediatric visits result from an injury […]

Biomimetic Compression Garment for Muscle Recovery

Athletes worldwide employ early and on-going compression therapy to greatly improve short-term recovery as well as long-term outcomes for those engaging in strenuous physical activity. Medically, applying targeted pressure through compression has been found to boost blood circulation and reduce inflammation, expediting healing.  A recent study further showed such therapy improves both perceptual and performance indices of exercise recovery. […]