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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7939606 | Polyalkenoate cement compositions and methods of use in cementing applications Methods and compositions for cementing applications. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method of cementing comprising the steps of: providing a cement composition that comprises: a polyelectrolyte and/or an alkenoic acid first monomer; a filler; an... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7718739 | Polyalkenoate cement compositions and methods of use in cementing applications Methods and compositions for cementing applications. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a method of cementing comprising the steps of: providing a cement composition that comprises: a polyelectrolyte and/or an alkenoic acid first monomer; a filler; an... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7566541 | Diagnostic method for screening complement regulatory protein levels to predict spontaneous abortion The invention provides a method for the early detection of pregnancy failure, spontaneous abortion or premature birth by determinations of complement regulatory protein levels. A kit for use in rapid identification of these pregnancy complications is also provided. | 07/28/2009 |
| 7220890 | Chimeric mouse model for endometriosis A non-human animal model for endometriosis is provided as well as methods of making and using the animal. ... | 05/22/2007 |
| 6610823 | Antigens associated with polymyositis and with dermatomyositis Isolated DNA molecules encoding at least one epitope of the Mi-2 antigen and at least one epitope of the PM-Scl antigen are provided. The DNA may be used as probes to obtain related DNA. Proteins expressed from the DNA may be used in assays for the diagno... | 08/26/2003 |
| 6528487 | Peptide inhibitors of inflammation mediated by selectins Peptides derived from three regions of the lectin domain of GMP-140 and the related selectins, ELAM-1 and the lymphocyte homing receptor, have seen found to inhibit neutrophil adhesion to GMP-140. These and additional peptides have been synthesized, havin... | 03/04/2003 |
| 6525175 | Trypsin inhibitors with insecticidal properties obtained from Pentaclethra macroloba Compositions and methods for controlling pests, particularly insect pests, are provided. The compositions comprise proteins isolated from plants of the genus Pentaclethra which exhibit trypsin inhibiting activity. Nucleotide sequences encoding the protein... | 02/25/2003 |
| 6160107 | Nucleic acids encoding antigens associated with polymyositis and dermatomositis Proteins including at least one epitope of the Mi-2 antigen, which are used for the diagnosis of dermatomyositis, and proteins including at least one epitope of the PM-Scl antigen, which are used for the diagnosis of polymyositis, particularly polymyositi... | 12/12/2000 |
| 5656483 | Genes encoding operon and promoter for branched chain keto acid dehydrogenase of Pseudomonas putida and methods DNA sequences coding for branched chain keto dehydrogenase, a promoter and branched chain keto dehydrogenase, and the promoter are disclosed. Also disclosed are recombinant vectors comprising one of the foregoing DNA sequences, transformed hosts comprisin... | 08/12/1997 |
| 5605821 | Expression control sequences of the P-selectin gene DNA molecules and methods for the regulated expression of a gene in endothelial cells or megakaryocytes, are described, wherein the 5' flanking region of the P-selectin gene, or portions thereof, is ligated to the 5' end of a gene. The DNA molecules are a... | 02/25/1997 |
| 5464778 | Glycoprotein ligand for P-selectin and methods of use thereof P-selectin has been demonstrated to bind primarily to a single major glycoprotein ligand on neutrophils and HL-60 cells, when assessed by blotting assays and by affinity chromatography of [3 H]glucosamine-labeled HL-60 cell extracts on immobili... | 11/07/1995 |
| 5387191 | Flushing needle A fine-needle aspirator for collecting a biosample from a subject into a closed sterile system. The aspirator is adapted for use with a variety of needles and comprises a motor driven pump capable of continuous suction in a biosample collection system. Th... | 02/07/1995 |
| 5378464 | Modulation of inflammatory responses by administration of GMP-140 or antibody to GMP-140 A method using compounds inhibiting binding reactions involving GMP-140 to modulate an inflammatory response. The method is based on the discovery that GMP-140, released from the storage granules of platelets, endothelial cells, and megakaryocytes, and re... | 01/03/1995 |
| 5311445 | Deconvoluted band representation for infrared spectrum compression Disclosed is a method for infrared spectrum compression wherein a plurality of referenced spectrums each corresponding to one of a plurality of known substances is digitized to obtain a plurality of reference digitized spectrums. The intensity, location a... | 05/10/1994 |
| 5302290 | Method for removing toxic anions from water A method for removing toxic anions from water is provided. A complexing agent, such as a cationic polyelectrolyte, is added to untreated water. The cationic polyelectrolyte complexes with anions, such as chromate, and the complex is filtered out of the wa... | 04/12/1994 |
| 5257101 | Apparatus and method for selecting a log orientation and pattern for sawing An apparatus for optically scanning a log and selecting an optimal log orientation for sawing the log into lumber. The apparatus includes a log holder, a camera, and a computer system connected to the camera. The log holder comprises a set of rollers to f... | 10/26/1993 |
| 5239117 | Rhodium catalyzed hydrogen transfer redox reactions Oxidation/reduction processes catalyzed by soluble rhodium complexes of the type (L4or5 Rh)Z- wherein each L is selected from a group consisting essentially of monophosphines, diphosphines, olefins and coordinating solvents with the ... | 08/24/1993 |
| 5214711 | Method and apparatus for detecting and quantifying motion of a body part A method for detecting and quantifying motion of a body part of an individual or animal, such as an individual's face or portion thereof. A digitized image of the body part in a reference position is produced (referenced image). A digitized image of the b... | 05/25/1993 |
| 5208007 | Isotopic tracer composition and method for making and using same An isotopic tracer composition and methods of making and using same for radiological evaluation of body functions and diseases in a subject and for radiological therapy. The isotopic tracer composition comprises a protein carrier agent such as fibrinogen,... | 05/04/1993 |
| 5198424 | Functionally active selectin-derived peptides Peptides derived from three regions of the lectin binding region of GMP-140 have been found to selectively interact with "selectins", including GMP-140, ELAM-1, and lymphocyte homing receptor. The peptides can be as short as eight to thirteen amino acids ... | 03/30/1993 |
| 5187098 | DNA encoding hybrid streptokinases with plasminogen fibrin binding domains Compositions and methods of the synthesis of hybrid streptokinase with fibrin binding domains based on gene fusion technology. Recombinant DNA methods have been used to fuse gene segments for streptokinase and for fibrin-binding domains and express the fu... | 02/16/1993 |
| 5181421 | Automatic monitoring of composite prepregs A method and apparatus for non-destructively determining fiber volume fraction and resin porosity of a composite material or prepreg wherein the composite material or prepreg is moved between a roller and a roller-transducer housing. A transducer assembly... | 01/26/1993 |
| 5178856 | Enhancing growth of megakaryocytes in mammals using interleukin 6 A therapeutic method for treating mammals by administering an effective dosage of a substance comprising interleukin 6 and interleukin 3 into the mammal for enhancing the growth of megakaryocytes and platelets.... | 01/12/1993 |
| 5176834 | Ion expulsion ultrafiltration method A method for reducing the concentration of target co-ions in a liquid feed mixture comprising target co-ions and counter-ions by adding a colloid such as a polyelectrolyte or surfactant comprising a colloidal ion and colloidal counter-ions to the feed mix... | 01/05/1993 |
| 5148477 | Method and apparatus for detecting and quantifying motion of a body part A method for detecting and quantifying motion of a body part of an individual or animal, such as an individual's face or portion thereof. A digitized image of the body part in a reference position is produced (referenced image). A digitized image of the b... | 09/15/1992 |
| 5106691 | Producing polymeric films from a surfactant template A method for producing polymeric films in which a substrate surface is contacted with a surfactant solution, comprising a liquid in which at least a first surfactant is dissolved, so that an interface is formed between the substrate surface and the surfac... | 04/21/1992 |
| 5098903 | Diphenylcyclopropyl analogs as antiestrogenic and antitumor agents Diphenylcyclopropyl analogs in which one or more of the phenyl rings includes substituents comprising a hydroxy group, a hydrogen atom, an acetate group or a substituted or unsubstituted alkoxy group. The compounds are useful as antiestrogens and antitumo... | 03/24/1992 |
| 5083564 | Method for alleviating and diagnosing symptoms of heart block A method for alleviating and diagnosing syndromes of heart block wherein a stimulus is continuously or intermittently delivered via a single electrode catheter at a site in a heart in close proximity to the A-V junction in the heart. The subthreshold stim... | 01/28/1992 |
| 5081999 | Biosample aspirator A fine-needle aspirator for collecting a biosample from a subject into a closed sterile system. The aspirator is adapted for use with a variety of needles and comprises a motor driven pump capable of continuous suction in a biosample collection system. Th... | 01/21/1992 |
| 5066589 | Streptokinase-coding recombinant vectors A recombinant vector adapted for transformation of a suitable microorganism host to produce and secrete streptokinase. The recombinant vector comprises a plasmid into which a polydeoxyribonucleotide fragment from Streptococcus equisimilis H46A which codes... | 11/19/1991 |
| 5015666 | Triarylcyclopropanes as antiestrogens and antitumor agents Triarylcyclopropane derivatives in which one or more of the aryl groups includes a hydroxy as a substituted or unsubstituted or alkoxy or side chain substituent. The compounds are useful as antiestrogens and anti-tumor agents.... | 05/14/1991 |
| 4982739 | Biosample aspirator A fine-needle aspirator for collecting a biosample from a subject into a closed sterile system. The aspirator is adapted for use with a variety of needles and comprises a motor driven pump capable of continuous suction in a biosample collection system. Th... | 01/08/1991 |
| 4971558 | Porcelain inlay formed directly in a cavity and method for making same A heat fused porcelain inlay formed directly in a cavity in a patient's mouth and method for making same comprising a mixture of a porcelain and a binding agent, preferably a resin. The mixture is placed in the cavity and cured therein. The cured mixture ... | 11/20/1990 |
| 4971773 | Apparatus for sterilizing contact lenses Apparatus for sterilizing contact lenses wherein the lenses are moved in a circular orbit within a microwave oven through variations of energy levels in the microwave field in the oven, with the orbit of movement being spaced from the floor of the oven.... | 11/20/1990 |
| 4764469 | Streptokinase-coding recombinant vectors A recombinant vector adapted for transformation of a suitable bacterial microorganism host to produce and secrete streptokinase. The recombinant vector comprises a plasmid into which a polydeoxyribonucleotide fragment from Streptococcus equisimilis H46A w... | 08/16/1988 |
| 4745976 | Method for selectively plugging the more permeable regions of an underground formation having non-uniform permeability A method for selectively plugging the more permeable regions of an underground formation having non-uniform permeability wherein a first surfactant solution is injected into the formation in an amount effective to contact a substantial portion of the surf... | 05/24/1988 |
| 4599216 | Apparatus for exposure to microwaves The three dimensional movement of items to be exposed to microwave irradiation is facilitated by the apparatus of the present invention which provides for the turningly rotating exposure of such items to microwave irradiation. The microwave sterilization ... | 07/08/1986 |
| 4541274 | Apparatus and method for monitoring and controlling a pump system for a well Pulses produced by a pulse generator coupled to the output shaft of an electric motor that reciprocates a polish rod of a well pumping system are counted by a computer to locate the polish rod at a series of positions during each reciprocation of the poli... | 09/17/1985 |