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| Application No. | Application Title | Issue Date |
| 20110042311 | MEMBRANE SYSTEM According to the present invention there is provided a method and apparatus for treating a contaminated liquid, the method comprising feeding said liquid to a treatment tank containing a treatment medium in the form of a filtration membrane or a reactive surface, applyi... | 02/24/2011 |
| 20110039031 | CARRIER, FORMULATION AND METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF TIMBER According to the present invention there is provided a carrier composition for migration and/or redistribution of a preservative formulation within wood or engineered wood products, said carrier system comprising a drying oil and/or a semi-drying oil and an extender. Th... | 02/17/2011 |
| 20110009571 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF MATERIALS Systems and methods for delivering release materials, for example drugs and other bioactive materials. Crystalline polymeric systems, referred to as CYC carriers, are associated with the release materials, through chemical bonding or through physical association. The cr... | 01/13/2011 |
| 20110005918 | Compositions, devices, systems, and methods for using a nanopore The invention herein disclosed provides for devices and methods that can detect and control an individual polymer in a mixture is acted upon by another compound, for example, an enzyme, in a nanopore. The devices and methods are also used to determine rapidly (˜>50 ... | 01/13/2011 |
| 20110003734 | PROTEINS AND POLYNUCLEOTIDES OF VIBRIO CHOLERAE Therapeutic, diagnostic and environmental monitoring methods employing proteins encoded by the rbmBCDEF gene cluster and by bap1.... | 01/06/2011 |
| 20100320093 | Protease detection assay The invention provides methods and compounds for detecting protease activity in a sample solution comprising contacting the sample solution with a protease substrate labeled with an electrochemically active marker, providing conditions under which any protease which may... | 12/23/2010 |
| 20100311157 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCTION OF BIOFUEL Self-sustaining, self-contained systems and methods for producing biofuels and for producing biofuel feedstock from algae. The system is carbon neutral or may be carbon positive, fixing more carbon than it releases to the atmosphere. In various embodiments, the system m... | 12/09/2010 |
| 20100310625 | METHODS FOR PURIFYING INSOLUBLE BONE GELATIN The present invention provides methods for purifying insoluble bone gelatin and uses for insoluble bone gelatin. The process for isolating insoluble bone gelatin from bone tissue includes grinding the bone tissue into bone powder; washing the bone powder with saline; de... | 12/09/2010 |
| 20100297101 | Integrin alpha. II .Bβ3 Specific Antibodies and Peptides The present invention provides integrin αIIbβ3 specific antibodies and peptides. The antibodies and peptides demonstrate little or no immunoreactivity with other integrins. Methods for inhibiting platelet aggregation using the antibodies and pept... | 11/25/2010 |
| 20100291044 | Lunasin-induced regulation of disease-related gene expression Methods are provided for screening a test compound for anti-neoplastic activity by providing a test compound to a cancer cell and measuring the acetylation of Lysine 16 of the N-terminal tail of histone H4. Methods are also provided for using a test compound for staging... | 11/18/2010 |
| 20100272827 | Method for transdermal iontophoretic delivery of chelated agents Embodiments provide devices, systems and methods for the transdermal delivery of chelated compounds. One embodiment provides a method for the iontophoretic transdermal delivery of a chelated iron complex for the treatment of anemia. A first patch comprising an active el... | 10/28/2010 |
| 20100257674 | Method for positioning a human subject for radiological imaging, surgery or minimally invasive procedures using an inflatable contoured pillow An ergonomic pillow for supporting and positioning a human subject on an imaging table having one or more inflatable chambers, and methods of use.... | 10/14/2010 |
| 20100218679 | OPEN LUMEN AIR FILTRATION FOR LIQUID LINES Devices and systems for capturing and removing accumulated gas bubbles in a liquid-carrying line wherein the device is an expanded double-layered chamber designed and adapted to be integrally placed within the flow pathway of a liquid-carrying line. The device allows in... | 09/02/2010 |
| 20100215673 | Method for treating inflammation and controlled-release material capable of providing same The present invention relates to methods for treating inflammation associated with bone, joint or connective tissue and an implantable controlled-release material capable of providing these anti-inflammatory activities. In particular, the present invention relates to a ... | 08/26/2010 |
| 20100210792 | DRUG DELIVERY Formulations of drugs and crystalline side chain polymers to provide controlled and/or sustained release drug formulations.... | 08/19/2010 |
| 20100185301 | EQUILIBRIUM-POINT PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOTIC ANKLE-FOOT SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS OF USE The present invention relates to a system for use in rehabilitation and/or physical therapy for the treatment of injury or disease. The system can enable an amputee to proceed over any surface without overbalancing. In particular the system is self-adapting to adjust th... | 07/22/2010 |
| 20100172854 | ANTIBACTERIAL FORMULATIONS Use of a compound of formula (III) below: wherein each of R1 and R2 is independently selected from methyl and ethyl and R3 is hydrogen, or a derivative thereof, as an antibacterial agent. The compound (III) or derivative may be used for ... | 07/08/2010 |
| 20100130912 | Patches and methods for the transdermal delivery of a therapeutically effective amount of iron Embodiments of the invention provide patches for the transdermal delivery of iron-containing compositions to an individual suffering from an iron deficiency. Many embodiments provide an iontophoretic patch for the transdermal delivery of a therapeutically effective amou... | 05/27/2010 |
| 20100130910 | Patches and method for the transdermal delivery of a therapeutically effective amount of iron Embodiments of the invention provide patches for the transdermal delivery of iron-containing compositions to an individual suffering from an iron deficiency. Many embodiments provide an iontophoretic patch for the transdermal delivery of a therapeutically effective amou... | 05/27/2010 |
| 20100122358 | H-Chain-only antibodies The invention relates to mice having functionally silenced endogenous lambda (λ) and kappa (κ) L-chain loci, comprising antibody-producing cells in which the CH1 domain is functionally silenced, either via spontaneous processes in somatic antibody-producing... | 05/13/2010 |
| 20100113892 | METHOD FOR DETERMINING PERSONALIZED NUTRITION AND DIET USING NUTRIGENOMICS AND PHYSIOLOGICAL DATA This invention relates generally to providing nutrigenomic information tailored to that of the customer so that the customer can make informed decisions regarding diet, exercise, risks of disease and other health issues that result in a healthier lifestyle and prolonged... | 05/06/2010 |
| 20100105105 | USE OF A REFERENCE SOURCE WITH ADAPTIVE OPTICS IN BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPY Methods of microscopic imaging of biological tissue using adaptive optics technology to improve the image focus and sharpness. Wavefront measurements are taken by using a novel method of seeding biological tissue by using a fluorescent microsphere as a “guide star” ... | 04/29/2010 |
| 20100096833 | Motorcycle wheelie training device The present invention provides an apparatus and a method for using the apparatus for safely training a motorcycle rider to perform a wheelie, either while moving or while stationary. The apparatus provides a safety system which prevents the motorcycle from tipping over ... | 04/22/2010 |
| 20100063437 | Multifunctional surgical instrument The invention provides a multi-tool instrument for use in surgical procedures. The tools can be rapidly deployed and retracted during a surgical procedure without requiring exchange of instruments, without compromising the integrity of the anatomical entry site, without... | 03/11/2010 |
| 20100035260 | Compositions, devices, systems, for using a Nanopore The invention herein disclosed provides for devices and methods that can detect and control an individual polymer in a mixture is acted upon by another compound, for example, an enzyme, in a nanopore in the absence of requiring a terminating nucleotide. The devices and ... | 02/11/2010 |
| 20100028841 | Mind-Body Learning System and Methods of Use The invention describes a method of training, the training resulting in an individual experiencing enhanced intimacy and having an improved sensual and sexual experience. The invention also can comprise a kit comprising a number of training materials and devices, includ... | 02/04/2010 |
| 20100021519 | Compositions and Methods for Treating or Preventing Diseases of Body Passageways The present invention provides compositions and methods for treating or preventing diseases associated with vascular and non-vascular body passageways, the method comprising the step of delivering to a body passageway a therapeutic agent delivered locally through a poly... | 01/28/2010 |
| 20100009338 | Novel gold nanostructures and methods of use The invention is drawn to novel nanostructures comprising hollow nanospheres and nanotubes for use as chemical sensors, conduits for fluids, and electronic conductors. The nanostructures can be used in microfluidic devices, for transporting fluids between devices and st... | 01/14/2010 |
| 20100004124 | Systems and methods for delivery of materials for agriculture and aquaculture Systems and methods for delivering agricultural (including aquacultural) materials. Crystalline polymeric systems, referred to as CYC carriers, are associated with the agricultural materials, through chemical bonding or through physical association. The crystallinity of... | 01/07/2010 |
| 20090306218 | Antimicrobial formulations An antimicrobial formulation containing a synergistic combination of a quinone, such as an optionally substituted benzoquinone or hydroquinone, and a bismuth salt. The formulation may in particular be used against propionibacteria, more particularly to treat skin and sk... | 12/10/2009 |
| 20090302077 | Bicycle Rack for Pick-up Trucks A bicycle rack made from tubular components that can be secured in the cargo bed of a pick-up truck without the use of any tools and wherein, in use, at least four bicycles, with both front and back wheels attached, are held in an upright position with both wheels down ... | 12/10/2009 |
| 20090275072 | In Vitro bio-reactor circuit Embodiments of the invention provide bio-reactor circuits for in vitro research applications. One embodiment provides a bio-reactor circuit comprising at least one bio-reactor and a pump fluidically coupled to the at-least-one bio-reactor. The bio-reactor comprises a ho... | 11/05/2009 |
| 20090264621 | Lipid-assisted synthesis of polymer compounds and methods for their use The invention herein disclosed provides for methods for the synthesis of polymers from monomers. In particular the method provides for the synthesis of polynucleotides from mononucleotides in the absence of catalytic enzymes. The invention is of particular use in the fi... | 10/22/2009 |
| 20090263485 | Targeted hollow gold nanostructures and methods of use Provided are novel nanostructures comprising hollow nanospheres and nanotubes for use as chemical sensors and molecular specific photothermal coupling agents. The nanostructures can be used in laser-induced phototherapy for treatment of cancer and other disorders. The n... | 10/22/2009 |
| 20090263346 | Systems and methods for delivery of drugs Systems and methods for delivering drugs. Crystalline polymeric systems, referred to as CYC carriers, are associated with the drugs, through chemical bonding or through physical association. The crystallinity of the CYC carriers results from the presence of crystallizab... | 10/22/2009 |
| 20090252777 | Method for formulating a controlled-release pharmaceutical formulation Methods for making formulations of drugs and crystalline side chain polymers which formulations provide controlled and/or sustained release drug formulations.... | 10/08/2009 |
| 20090246155 | Compositions and methods for personal care Systems and methods for delivering personal care materials. Crystalline polymeric systems, referred to as CYC carriers, are associated with the cosmetic materials, through chemical bonding or through physical association. The crystallinity of the CYC carriers results fr... | 10/01/2009 |
| 20090215080 | METHODS FOR IDENTIFICATION OF INHIBITORS OF ENZYME ACTIVITY The invention discloses compositions and methods of synthesis to create novel ligands and drugs and identifying such compounds as inhibitors of enzyme targets for use in the treatment of clinical disorders, including cancer, infectious diseases, parasitic infestations, ... | 08/27/2009 |
| 20090209878 | Systems and Methods for Estimating Surface Electromyography A rehabilitation device is presented that is inexpensive to produce and is easy to use. The device uses a predictable method to estimate the activity of muscle and therefore provide many ways to train and rehabilitate a person having a prosthetic limb or other neuromusc... | 08/20/2009 |
| 20090209558 | Polymer formulations for delivery of bioactive materials Delivery of drugs in association with PLGA polymers which have crystallinity resulting from the presence of long chain alkyl groups in terminal units.... | 08/20/2009 |
