Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq:ACTG) announced today that a 
      subsidiary has acquired the rights to a patent for intraluminal device 
      technology.
    
“Acacia is rapidly 
      becoming the leader in technology licensing and we continue to grow our 
      base of future revenues by adding new patent portfolios”
    
      "As Acacia's licensing success grows, more patent owners are selecting 
      us as their partner for the licensing of their patented technologies," 
      commented Paul Ryan, Acacia Chairman and CEO. "Acacia is rapidly 
      becoming the leader in technology licensing and we continue to grow our 
      base of future revenues by adding new patent portfolios," concluded Mr. 
      Ryan.
    
    
      This patented technology generally relates to securing intraluminal 
      devices, such as stent grafts, in the body.