DoD Information Collection Notice for SMART Scholarship Program

The Department of Defense has submitted a revision to the Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation Scholarship Program (SMART) information collection to OMB for clearance. The notice seeks public comments on the proposed collection, which supports recruiting and retaining STEM talent for national security functions.

FDA Approves Kresladi, First Gene Therapy for Severe LAD-I

The FDA has approved Kresladi (marnetegragene autotemcel), the first gene therapy for severe Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Type I (LAD-I) in pediatric patients. This accelerated approval offers a new treatment option for a rare inherited immune deficiency, targeting the underlying genetic cause of the disease.

State of Louisiana v. Sammy Cheatham - Sentencing Affirmation

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed the sentences of Sammy Cheatham, who was convicted of attempted second-degree murder. The court noted a patent error in the sentencing, but the sentences were affirmed as imposed. Cheatham was sentenced to thirty years on each of seven counts, to run concurrently.

Stanley v. Lafayette Police Department - Affirmation of Judgment

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of the Lafayette Police Department and Scott Morgan. The case involved David Stanley, a former police union president, who appealed disciplinary actions related to his social media posts. The court found the exception of res judicata to be applicable.

Deutsche Bank v. Landry - Rehearing Denied

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, denied the application for rehearing filed by Derinda R. Landry in the case of Deutsche Bank National Trust Company v. Derinda R. Landry. The judgment on rehearing was rendered and mailed on March 25, 2026.

Succession of Vernon James Goudeau - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, affirmed a lower court's ruling in the Succession of Vernon James Goudeau. The appellate court found that the plaintiff failed to prove she was a forced heir and therefore not entitled to a portion of the estate.

Bobby Hampton v. Governor Jeff Landry - Writ Denied

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ in Bobby Hampton v. Governor Jeff Landry, docket 2025 CW 1267. Two judges dissented, stating they would have granted the writ and reversed a portion of the lower court's judgment regarding an exception of no cause of action.

James H. Cureton v. James B. "Blake" Cureton - Rehearing Denied

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, Third Circuit, denied the application for rehearing filed by James B. "Blake" Cureton in the case of James H. Cureton v. James B. "Blake" Cureton. The judgment was rendered and mailed to parties on March 25, 2026.

Colorado PUC Announces April Public Comment and Engagement Opportunities

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has announced public comment and engagement opportunities for April 2026. Key events include public comment hearings for Atmos Energy's proposed gas rate increase (Proceeding No. 25AL-0499G), which seeks an approximate $17.56 million increase in annual base rate revenues.

Patent Application: Cytotoxic Lymphocyte Activation and Expansion

The USPTO has published patent application US20260083776A1 concerning methods for activating and expanding cytotoxic lymphocytes with decreased exhaustion potential. The application details micropatterned surfaces and biofunctionalization techniques for cell expansion, potentially impacting future therapeutic development in oncology.

Metal nanoparticle agglomerates for infection control and water purification

The USPTO has published a patent application detailing the use of metal nanoparticle agglomerates for infection control and water purification. The application describes antiseptic substrates and fluid formulations incorporating these agglomerates for topical or oral use, aiming to provide infection control against infective agents.

Patent Application: Acetic Acid and Hypochlorous Acid Compositions for Skin Trauma Treatment

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083774A1) detailing compositions containing hypochlorous acid and acetic acid for treating skin trauma and biofilms. The application was filed on September 22, 2025, and published on March 26, 2026.

Pegylated Menaquinol Compositions and Treatment Methods Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083773A1) for pegylated menaquinol compositions and methods of treatment. The application, filed on December 5, 2025, discloses isolated, stable, and biologically active pegylated menaquinol derivatives for treating various diseases.

Patent Application for Fiber-Based Prebiotic Dietary Supplements

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083772A1) for powder compositions comprising fiber intended for use as a prebiotic dietary supplement. The application details therapeutic ingredients and manufacturing processes aimed at improving gut microbiome and overall gut health.

Biopolymers for Ophthalmic Use Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083771A1) for biopolymers intended for ophthalmic use, filed by ExoPolymer, Inc. The application details biopolymers comprising repeating polysaccharide units, their preparations, ophthalmic compositions, and methods of use.

Cancer Treatment Methods Using Tumor Treating Fields, Chemotherapy, and Anti-Fibrotic Agents

The USPTO has published a patent application detailing methods for treating cancer. The application describes compositions and systems involving the concurrent application of tumor treating fields, chemotherapeutic agents, and anti-fibrotic agents to reduce cancer cell viability and tumor growth.

Patent Application: Sigmari Ligand for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083725A1) for a Sigmari Ligand for the treatment of pancreatic cancer. The application details a method involving a Sig-1R ligand to inhibit tumor growth and metastasis, filed on August 9, 2023.

USPTO Patent Application for Compounds Targeting Pax3/Foxo1 Fusion Protein

The USPTO has published patent application US20260083724A1, filed by Georgetown University, for novel compounds designed to target the PAX3::FOXO1 fusion protein. These compounds aim to reduce protein levels and treat fusion-positive rhabdomyosarcoma.

Guidance on Post-Flood Cleanup and Health Safety

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has issued guidance for residents impacted by recent flooding. The guidance provides recommendations for safe cleanup procedures, mold prevention, and floodwater safety to protect public health during recovery efforts.

Patent Application for Extending and Bridging Networks

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260089061A1) detailing a system and method for extending and bridging networks using high-capability devices. The application, filed on November 26, 2025, describes a controller that interprets gas monitoring data from various endpoints to determine and report monitoring descriptions.

Patent for Dynamic Slice Modification in Wireless Communication

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260089062A1) detailing methods for dynamic modification of network slice configurations in wireless communication. The application, filed by inventors Sharath Somashekar, Diego Estrella Chavez, and Tejaswini S. Patil, describes a system where a slice orchestrator receives feedback from user devices to adjust network slice performance.

AI Dynamic Slice Modification Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260089063A1) detailing methods for artificial intelligence assisted dynamic modification of network slices. The application was filed on September 26, 2024, by inventors Sharath Somashekar, Diego Andres Estrella Chavez, and Tejaswini S. Patil.

Patent Application: Identifying Slow Nodes in Distributed Applications

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260089065A1) detailing a method and system for identifying slow nodes in distributed applications. The application describes monitoring traffic and analyzing idle periods to identify performance issues.

AT&T Patent Application: Ray Tracing for Communication Networks

The USPTO has published a patent application from AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P. detailing methods for simulating diffraction using ray tracing to model operations in communication networks. The application, filed on September 25, 2024, aims to improve network performance analysis.

Wireless Network Operation Predictions Using Performance Data

The USPTO has published a new patent application detailing a method for predicting wireless network performance degradation. The application describes using cell performance data to forecast key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify potential issues with uplink throughput.

IoT Data Inconsistency Prediction Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260089068A1) from TELEFONAKTIEBOLAGET LM ERICSSON (PUBL) for a method to predict Internet of Things (IoT) data inconsistency. The application details a machine learning model trained to identify and flag inconsistent IoT data, along with rules for handling such data.

Patent Application: Wireless Communication Model Parameter Determination

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260089069A1) detailing methods for determining parameters for multiple models in wireless communication systems. The application, filed on September 28, 2023, describes apparatuses, methods, and systems for this purpose, with inventors listed as Vahid Pourahmadi, Ahmed Hindy, Venkata Srinivas Kothapalli, and Vijay Nangia.

Patent Application: Diffusion-Based Network Traffic Generation

The USPTO has published a patent application detailing a method for generating network traffic data using diffusion models. The application, filed by inventors including Nick Feamster, describes a process that transforms image-based representations of network traffic into a format compliant with protocol rules.

ASIC applies to wind up 12 companies linked to accountant

ASIC has applied to the Supreme Court of New South Wales to wind up 12 companies associated with accountant Christopher Malcolm Edwards. The action follows concerns about the companies' management, unclear application of investor funds, significant liabilities, and failure to lodge audited financial statements.

Juan Antonio Lamar Kinley v. Margaret Bradshaw - Habeas Corpus Petition Denial Affirmation

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of a habeas corpus petition filed by Juan Antonio Lamar Kinley, an Ohio death-row prisoner. The court reviewed the district court's decision regarding Kinley's petition.

Onyenobi v. Bondi - Petition for Review Denied

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review filed by Chinedu Onyenobi. The petition sought review of the Board of Immigration Appeals' dismissal of his appeal from an immigration judge's denial of his motion to reopen removal proceedings and rescind an in absentia order of removal.

BLC Lexington SNF v. Townsend - Arbitration Ruling

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision enforcing an arbitration agreement in BLC Lexington SNF, LLC v. Bonnie Townsend. The court found the arbitration agreement enforceable and confirmed the arbitrator's award in favor of BLC Lexington on all claims related to the care and death of Linda Elam.

Pearson v. MDOC - Reversal of Qualified Immunity Denial

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of qualified immunity for Michigan Department of Corrections officials in the case of Machelle Pearson et al. v. MDOC. The appellate court found that prison officials may violate the Eighth Amendment if contractors tasked with medical care and disease prevention perform incompetently.

Victory Global v. Fresh Bourbon - Appeal Affirmed

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Victory Global, LLC v. Fresh Bourbon, LLC. The appellate court found no deception in the case, which involved a dispute over which company was the first African American-owned entity to distill bourbon.

Jane Doe v. Uber Technologies Inc - Personal Injury

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed a new civil case, Jane Doe v. Uber Technologies Inc et al. The complaint was filed on March 26, 2026, with a filing fee of $405. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves a claim of personal injury.

AG Sues Over $3.8M Fraudulent Charity Scheme

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a lawsuit against six individuals and three sham charities for allegedly defrauding the public and stealing at least $3.8 million in charitable funds. The scheme exploited fundraising opportunities at San Diego sports venues between 2014 and 2023.

Company fined £100,000 for unsolicited marketing calls

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has fined TMAC Ltd £100,000 for making over 260,000 unsolicited marketing calls to numbers registered with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). The company also misled recipients about their identity and targeted vulnerable individuals.

Therapeutic Agent for ALS Inhibits Ferroptosis Using Tetrahydroquinoline Derivative

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083723A1) from Toray Industries, Inc. The application describes a therapeutic or preventive agent for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) that inhibits ferroptosis, utilizing a tetrahydroquinoline derivative as the active ingredient. This filing details compositions and methods for treating ALS and inhibiting ferroptosis.

USPTO Patent Application for Improving Sperm Quality

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083719A1) filed by The University of Adelaide for methods and products aimed at improving sperm quality. The application details the use of specific compounds, such as BGP-15, in assisted reproductive technologies.

Piperidine Urea Derivatives for Obesity Therapy Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083718A1) filed by Astrizi Bio, Inc. The application describes piperidine urea derivatives for preventing, suppressing, or treating obesity, potentially in combination with GLP-1 receptor agonists.

Deuterated Domperidone Formulations for Gastroparesis and Nausea

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083717A1) for deuterated domperidone formulations. These formulations are intended for treating gastroparesis, nausea, vomiting, and other related conditions. The application details specific excipient combinations for these pharmaceutical compositions.

R-Trihexyphenidyl Patent for Movement Disorder Treatment

The USPTO has published a new patent application, US20260083716A1, filed by The Children's Mercy Hospital. The patent covers compositions and methods for treating movement disorders, such as dystonia, using high chiral purity R-trihexyphenidyl.

Immunity Enhancing Composition with Amide Compound

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083715A1) for a composition containing a novel amide-based compound derived from amino acids. The composition is designed to enhance immunity by activating macrophage phagocytosis, aiding in the removal of pathogenic bacteria.

Dosing regimen for treating PKU with piperidine inhibitor

The USPTO has published a new patent application (US20260083714A1) detailing a dosing regimen for treating phenylketonuria (PKU) using a piperidine inhibitor of SLC6A19 function. The application was filed on August 25, 2023, by inventors John Peter Throup and Heather Smith Blanchette.

Patent Application: Childhood Atropine Formulation for Myopia Progression

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083720A1) filed by Vyluma Inc. for a storage-stable, low-dose atropine formulation (0.01%) intended to reduce myopia progression in children. The application details the formulation's unexpected effectiveness compared to a higher concentration.

Surgical instruments trademark registered: Thompson retractors

Surgical instruments trademark registered: Thompson retractors

NEUROFAX Trademark Registration for Medical Instruments

The USPTO has registered the trademark NEUROFAX for medical instruments, specifically electroencephalographs. The trademark was registered on March 25, 2026, with a filing date of May 7, 1986.

VIBRONIC Trademark Application for Medical Instruments

The USPTO has received a trademark application for the mark 'VIBRONIC' for use with medical instruments, including nebulizers, liquid inhalers, and aerosol dispensers. The application was filed on December 2, 2014, and is currently undergoing review.

EXACTEMP medical thermometers trademark registered

The USPTO has registered the trademark EXACTEMP for medical thermometers, including radiation, infrared, and ear thermometers. The registration was finalized on March 25, 2026, based on a filing date of September 15, 2003.

VITALSCAN Trademark Registration for Blood Pressure Monitors

The USPTO has registered the VITALSCAN trademark for blood pressure monitors. The trademark covers devices suitable for self-administration and was filed on May 2, 2007, with registration effective March 25, 2026.