THE SCIENCE BEHIND SEAL

Bleeding control demands speed and clarity. In collaboration with clinicians, first responders, and research partners, we develop field-ready hemostatic solutions designed for external bleeding control.

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Formula

Figure 01. Conceptual visualization of chitosan driven matrix formation and adhesion behavior at the wound interface.

Powered by Chitosan

SEAL’s patented formula is built around chitosan, a bioactive polymer selected for how it behaves in blood. It supports platelet adhesion and interacts with fibrinogen to accelerate formation of a cohesive polymer–protein matrix. With sustained pressure, that matrix consolidates into a stable physical barrier that helps control external bleeding.

Consistent Hemostatic Action

SEAL’s formulation is engineered to behave predictably at the point of care. The interaction between chitosan and blood is immediate and repeatable, producing consistent barrier formation without relying solely on the body’s natural clotting cascade. This enables reliable hemorrhage control even in high-flow or compromised conditions.

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Aerosolization

Figure 02. Conceptual aerosol dispersion and deposition across complex surface geometry.

High-Power Aerosol Coverage

SEAL uses a patented aerosol delivery system to disperse dry chitosan particles at high velocity. This approach allows the material to reach irregular wound surfaces and complex geometries that are difficult to treat with dressings, gauze, or loose powders. Upon contact with blood, the aerosolized particles begin forming a cohesive barrier when combined with pressure.

Uniform Coverage, Every Time

The aerosol system is designed for predictable dispersion and uniform coverage across the wound surface. The OTC can is ~65 PSI, and the Pro can is ~80 PSI. Performance remains stable across real-world handling, transport, and storage conditions, ensuring reliable deployment in environments where access, visibility, and time are limited.

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Performance

Figure 03. Visualization of SEAL maintaining aerosol integrity and performance under extreme cold exposure.

Performance Under Physiological Stress

SEAL is designed to function when bleeding control is most challenging. In arterial bleeding models, including subjects with impaired clotting due to anticoagulation, SEAL achieved rapid and sustained hemorrhage control by forming a physical barrier independent of normal coagulation pathways.

Validated Across Extreme Environments

SEAL has completed environmental and altitude testing aligned with MIL-STD-810H protocols. The product maintained aerosol performance and hemostatic function following exposure to temperatures ranging from −31°C (−24°F) to 71°C (160°F), as well as altitude testing up to 40,000 feet, without degradation or loss of effectiveness.

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Application

Figure 04. Conceptual visualization of SEAL barrier removal using saline irrigation, demonstrating non-traumatic release from the wound surface.

Seamless Workflow Integration

SEAL is designed to integrate directly into existing bleeding control protocols without adding complexity. The aerosol format enables rapid application in prehospital and emergency settings, while remaining fully compatible with standard trauma workflows once a patient transitions to definitive care. No mixing, assembly, or specialized equipment is required.

Easy Clinical Removal

SEAL forms a temporary hemostatic barrier that does not permanently bond to tissue. For medical professionals, removal is straightforward and non-traumatic, requiring only saline or sterile water and gauze. The formulation is non-exothermic and does not cause secondary tissue damage when used as indicated, allowing subsequent medical or surgical treatment to proceed without complication.

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Testing

Bar graph comparing coagulation times in minutes for SEAL, Celox, QuikClot, HemCon, and Porcine Blood, with QuikClot showing the longest time. Background features a swirling red and black pattern.

Figure 05. Efficacy of SEAL compared to different products. Based on FDA testing results of survival rate in test animals.

Structured Evaluation

SEAL is supported by laboratory testing and preclinical evaluation designed to reflect real-world trauma and emergency use. Completed testing includes arterial hemorrhage models assessing rapid bleeding control, including scenarios where clotting function is intentionally impaired. These evaluations inform both product design and clinical positioning.

Ongoing Research and Qualification

In addition to completed studies, SEAL continues to undergo structured evaluation to expand indications and validate performance across environments. This includes environmental and altitude qualification aligned with military standards, as well as ongoing and planned research programs focused on burn wounds, long-term tissue response, and controlled clinical use cases in collaboration with academic medical partners.

Scientific and Clinical Leadership

Bringing material science and trauma medicine together.

  • Former Dean of the Uniformed Services University and nationally recognized leader in emergency and military medicine, with decades of experience shaping trauma care policy and practice.

  • Serial entrepreneur and inventor with multiple patents and more than 15 peer-reviewed publications, specializing in regulated medical technologies and product development.

  • R&D chemist and biomaterials expert with multiple patents and more than 20 peer-reviewed publications, focused on material science, wound healing, and hemostatic technologies.