Congratulations to the Department Chair, Dr. John Elfar, and Assistant Research Professor, Dr. Prem Govindappa, on Their Newly Issued Patent!
Dr. John Elfar
Dr. Prem Govindappa
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Arizona is proud to announce that Dr. John Elfar and Dr. Prem Govindappa have been awarded a U.S. patent for their innovative work on combining 4-aminopyridine (4-AP) and Bone Morphogenetic Protein 2.
This patent represents a significant milestone in their ongoing research and could have profound implications for the advancements in bone healing and regeneration. Their work not only advances the frontiers of orthopaedic science but also reinforces our department’s commitment to translating research into impactful clinical solutions.
Congratulations to Dr. Elfar and Dr. Govindappa for this outstanding achievement and for their continued contributions to innovation in orthopaedic surgery.
Click the link for further information about the patent. Bibliographic Data - Application - Patent Center - USPTO