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Multi-Mechanistic Cosmetic Coating to Protect Skin from Thermal Injury

Award Information

Agency:
Department of Defense 		Branch:
Army 		Award ID:
92038 		Program Year/Program:
2009 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number:
A083-183-0289 		Solicitation Year:
N/A 		Solicitation Topic Code:
N/A 		Solicitation Number:
N/A
Small Business Information
SciGenesis, LLC
46 Shelby Thames Drive Suite 207 Hattiesburg, MS -
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Woman-Owned: No
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No
 
Phase 1
Fiscal Year: 2009
Title: Multi-Mechanistic Cosmetic Coating to Protect Skin from Thermal Injury
Agency / Branch: DOD / ARMY
Contract: W911QY-09-C-0037
Award Amount: $69,978.00
 

Abstract:

In this Small Business Innovative Research Phase I program, SciGenesis proposes to develop a multi-mechanistic cosmetic coating for the protection of military and first responders from flash fire and other intense thermal flux scenarios. Coatings will utilize a combination of mechanisms to increase the time required to cause a second degree burn from 2 seconds to 4 seconds, corresponding to a heat flux reduction of 40 kW/m2 to 15 kW/m2 and providing precious time for personnel to respond. The Phase I technical effort includes the synthesis and selection of film constituents and testing of prototype protective coatings. Initial screening is based on formulation chemical compatibility and physical stability. Preferred compositions are subjected to aggressive testing in simulated flash fire scenarios. Delivered via camouflage face paint, this coating is designed to posses all the characteristics of a cosmetic product, e.g. hypoallergenic, easy to apply, long-wearing, convenient storage and low odor, while meeting the rigorous performance requirements demanded by the application. SciGenesis has already initiated contacts within the chemical and cosmetic industries that will provide technical guidance and support the transition from Phase I research program to Phase II/Phase III development and commercialization.

Principal Investigator:

Paige Phillips
Vice President of Technology
6014678683
paige.phillips@scigenesis.com

Business Contact:

Steven Stevenson
President
6014678684
steven.stevenson@scigenesis.com
Small Business Information at Submission:

SCIGENESIS, LLC
518 North Main Street Suite 207 Hattiesburg, MS 39401

EIN/Tax ID: 262725541
DUNS: N/A
Number of Employees:
Woman-Owned: No
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No