USPTO Awards Implant Sciences Patent for Trace Particle Collection System

Implant Sciences Corporation, a high technology supplier of systems and sensors for homeland security and defense markets, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued the Company patent # 8,353,223, titled "Trace Particle Collection System." The patent covers a trace particle collection system that collects and removes trace particles bound to a target surface. With this issuance, Implant Sciences now holds 16 patents in the U.S.

"In trace detection, sample collection is just as important as analysis. Our research team is constantly expanding our technological capabilities," stated Implant Sciences' Vice President of Technology Todd Silvestri. "This invention is an example of Implant Sciences looking beyond traditional trace detection methods to enhance sample harvesting and transport."

"Implant Sciences continues to innovate the next generation of explosives trace detection systems," added Dr. Bill McGann, Implant Sciences' Chief Operating Officer. "The recent TSA approval of our QS-B220 validates the efficacy of our groundbreaking technology and will help us solidify our position in the market."