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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8436048 | Method of inhibiting AB-type bacterial toxins and treatment for associated diseases Disclosed herein are compounds useful in inhibiting the action of AB-type bacterial toxins such as cholera, traveler's diarrhea, enterohemorrhagic diarrhea caused by E. coli O157:H7 and pertussis or whooping cough. Also included in the invention is the use of... | 05/07/2013 |
| 8425234 | Joint replica models and methods of using same for testing medical devices Disclosed herein are joint replica models that are designed to enable simulated use testing by medical device companies, medical device designers, individual inventors, or any other entity interested in the performance of medical devices. These models are unique in ... | 04/23/2013 |
| 8415315 | Methods and compositions for inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells A method of decreasing the expression of LIM kinase 1 in a cancer cell comprising; providing an oligonucleotide consisting of the sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1; providing a cancer cell comprising an mRNA encoding LIM kinase 1; and introducing the oligonucleotide into the... | 04/09/2013 |
| 8413263 | Cape having an expandable transparent compartment Disclosed herein is a cape useful in the hairstyling arts. The cape includes a pouch that is configured to allow viewing of an object under the cape while preventing hair and other debris from entering the interior of the cape. The pouch is configured to open from a... | 04/09/2013 |
| 8389804 | Viral based transient-expression vector system that allows multiple applications Disclosed herein are viral vectors suitable for transfection into woody trees for purposes of delivering and expressing beneficial genes. Specifically exemplified herein are vectors for transfecting citrus trees. The vectors allow for the expression of useful protei... | 03/05/2013 |
| 8388205 | LED-based dental exam lamp with variable chromaticity An electrically powered light source including a light emitting diode (LED) having variable chromaticity, which is adapted for use in a dental operatory. A dental operatory lamp includes a thermally conductive housing having a front directed toward the operating are... | 03/05/2013 |
| 8372443 | Methods and compositions for the treatment and prevention of citrus greening disease The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for the prevention of citrus greening disease. In one embodiment, there is provided a method for repelling or killing insect vectors of citrus greening disease comprising exposing the vectors to an effect... | 02/12/2013 |
| 8361791 | Mesenchymal stem cells with increased developmental potency by expressing Nanog Disclosed herein are methods and materials for producing a more developmentally potent cell from a less developmentally potent cell. Specifically exemplified herein are methods that comprise introducing an expressible dedifferentiating polynucleotide sequence into a... | 01/29/2013 |
| 8358499 | Data storage module comprising multiple storage medium components Disclosed herein is a data storage module for use with and insertion into a bay of a computer. The module may comprise a casing that has a first end and a second end. The module also includes two or more storage medium components contained within said casing, wherei... | 01/22/2013 |
| 8309318 | Detection of antigen specific immunocomplexes The present invention relates to methods and devices for detecting biological entities and components associated with hypersensitivity reactions in patients with allergies, cancer or autoimmune disease. Specifically, the assays of the invention are capable of qualit... | 11/13/2012 |
| 8273756 | Use of modified pyrimidine compounds to promote stem cell migration and proliferation This invention provides cells and methods for stimulating proliferation and migration of endogenous and exogenous mammalian stem cells in vivo and in vitro. The invention provides reagents and methods for efficiently proliferating mammalian stem cells in an animal i... | 09/25/2012 |
| 8268307 | Enhancing efficacy of vaccines administered via the respiratory tract Disclosed herein are vaccine compositions comprising live attenuated virus with anti-antibody to improve efficacy. Specifically exemplified herein is a composition comprising live attenuated cold adapted influenza virus and an enhancing amount of IgG anti-IgA antibo... | 09/18/2012 |
| 8241644 | In vitro model of latent mycobacterial infection A method of inducing latency in Mycobacterium permits preparation of an in vitro model system of latent mycobacterial infection. Latency is induced in a pure culture of Mycobacterium by exposing it to multiple stress conditions, including a low nutrien... | 08/14/2012 |
| 8211446 | In vitro model of latent mycobacterial infection A method of inducing latency in Mycobacterium permits preparation of an in vitro model system of latent mycobacterial infection. Latency is induced in a pure culture of Mycobacterium by exposing it to multiple stress conditions, including a low nutrien... | 07/03/2012 |
| 8206273 | Apparatus and method for temporary mounting of a hangboard An assembly for mounting of a hangboard includes first and second brackets each having first and second opposing end regions and a first elongate member having first and second spaced apart connection points configured for attachment to the first end regions of the ... | 06/26/2012 |
| 8199106 | Systems and methods of camera-based fingertip tracking Systems and methods for camera-based fingertip tracking are disclosed. One such method includes identifying at least one location of a fingertip in at least one of the video frames, and mapping the location to a user input based on the location of the fingertip rela... | 06/12/2012 |
| 8192988 | Methods for increasing potency of adult mesenchymal stem cells Disclosed herein are methods and materials for producing a more developmentally potent cell from a less developmentally potent cell. Specifically exemplified herein are methods that comprise introducing an expressible dedifferentiating polynucleotide sequence into a... | 06/05/2012 |
| 8192732 | Mammalian multipotent stem cells and compositions, methods of preparation and methods of administration thereof This invention provides methods for preparing novel mammalian multipotent stem cells (MSCs), compositions thereof, and methods of preparing and administering the cells. ... | 06/05/2012 |
| 8153158 | Tissue substitutes comprising stem cells and reduced ceria A biocompatible composite includes a solid biocompatible material and a plurality of living human progenitor or living stem cells attached thereto. The composition resulting in accelerated repair to damaged bones and tissues. ... | 04/10/2012 |
| 8107211 | High temperature superconducting electromechanical system with frequency controlled commutation for rotor excitation A system and method for generating a magnetic field in a rotating machine. In one embodiment, a primary winding assembly is configured to generate a rotatable magnetic field. The assembly is connected to receive multiple signals of different phases to effect field r... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8105832 | Methods for modifying stem cell characteristics The invention provides a method of up-regulating genes in cultured human bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells, the method comprising culturing the stem cells in a nutrient medium together with cells from a limb of a limb-regenerating animal. In the method, the limb-re... | 01/31/2012 |
| 8096807 | Dental instrumentation unit An instrumentation delivery unit which supports hand-held dental instruments. In one example first and second housing members form a sealed chamber. When the members are separated, access is permitted to the interior of the chamber, e.g., for maintenance purposes. A... | 01/17/2012 |
| 8080420 | Methods and products for biasing cellular development Methods are described that bias cells, such as potent and multipotent stem cells, by transfection with a nucleic acid sequence, to differentiate to a desired end-stage cell or a cell having characteristics of a desired end-stage cell. In particular embodiments, huma... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8074989 | Puzzle for the physically or visually impaired A puzzle, including a closed perimeter including a plurality of segments, wherein each segment includes on a segment upper surface raised indicia different than the raised indicia present on any other segment, and a plurality of uniquely shaped game pieces. The game... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8070322 | Examination light with readily accessible controls Disclosed herein are examination light embodiments. A light having a frame for holding the light has a frontal support member with first and second lateral sides. Disposed on each first and lateral sides are one or more actuators for controlling functionality of the... | 12/06/2011 |
| 8062428 | Solid acid catalyzed hydrolysis of cellulosic materials Provided are methods for the solubilization of cellulose into soluble sugars without the need for high temperatures, high pressures, strong acid solutions, and/or added water. The produced sugars can be fermented into ethanol. In one embodiment, the method comprises... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8039605 | Targeting of long chain triacylglycerol hydrolase gene for tuberculosis treatment Disclosed herein are novel methods for screening for compounds useful in treating or preventing tuberculosis. In exemplary embodiments, screening methods are based on the implementation or manipulation of triacylglycerol hydrolase like polypeptides or polynucleotide... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8021039 | Quality control material monitor An apparatus is disclosed designed to monitor the thermal status of a quality control material. The apparatus has the ability, with visual and/or audible means, to alert the user when the quality control material has become thermally equal to the local, ambient envi... | 09/20/2011 |
| 7997370 | Surface effect sea train A multiple unit surface effect vehicle movable through an aquatic environment is provided including connected units and lift fans. The multiple unit surface effect vehicle may further include a coupling system and/or a plurality of skirt portions connecting one of t... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7993658 | Targeting of triacylclycerol synthase gene for tuberculosis treatment Disclosed herein are novel methods for screening for compounds useful in treating or preventing tuberculosis. In exemplary embodiments, screening methods are based on the implementation or manipulation of triacylglycerol synthase like polypeptides or polynucleotides... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7993140 | Models and methods of using same for testing medical devices Disclosed herein are synthetic anatomical models that are designed to enable simulated use testing by medical device compam'es, medical device designers, individual inventors, or any other entity interested in the performance of medical devices. These models are uni... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7992284 | Method of reducing multipole content in a conductor assembly during manufacture A method for manufacture of a conductor assembly. The assembly is of the type which, when conducting current, generates a magnetic field or in which, in the presence of a changing magnetic field, a voltage is induced. In an example embodiment one or more first coil ... | 08/09/2011 |
| 7990247 | Coil magnets with constant or variable phase shifts A wiring assembly having a conductor positioned about an axis in a helical-like configuration to provide a repetitive pattern which rotates around the axis. In one embodiment, when a current passes through the conductor, a magnetic field having an orientation orthog... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7978083 | Hand washing compliance detection system Systems and methods are provided for monitoring use of hand washing agents to determine compliance with hand hygiene guidelines. A hand washing agent is provided with a detectable, volatile compound, such as odors, which is then rubbed onto a subject's hands using t... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7971342 | Method of manufacturing a conductor assembly A conductor assembly and method of manufacture. The assembly includes a magnetic coil positioned about a curvilinear axis with one or more coil rows comprising conductive material having an arcuate shape. A generated field is characterized by a dipole component havi... | 07/05/2011 |
| 7949441 | System and method for selectively limiting tractive effort to facilitate train control Method for controlling the level of tractive efforts in a train having a first locomotive at a head end of the train, constituting a lead locomotive, and a second locomotive positioned in the train behind the lead locomotive, constituting a remote locomotive, with t... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7940444 | Method and apparatus for synchronous laser beam scanning A scanner system. The system includes a mirror assembly having multiple reflective surfaces arranged to form one polygonal shape about an axis. A plurality of the multiple surfaces are each positionable to reflect radiation propagating from the source at a reflectiv... | 05/10/2011 |
| 7928597 | Power system and method for driving an electromotive traction system and auxiliary equipment through a common power bus Power system and method for providing electrical power are provided. The system includes a traction system and auxiliary equipment coupled to a power bus. The traction system includes one or more electromotive machines having a first type of stator winding that prov... | 04/19/2011 |
| 7925431 | System and method for removing particulate matter from a diesel particulate filter A system is provided for removing particulate matter from a diesel particulate filter. The system includes an engine controller coupled to the diesel engine, and to a locomotive controller. The locomotive controller includes an algorithm to create a trip plan to opt... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7922116 | Device and method for sealing and lighting a balloon An apparatus for sealing and illuminating a balloon includes a housing for sealing insertion into a neck of a balloon. A flow path within the housing conducts an inflation gas from an inlet to an outlet of the housing, and a flow control system disposed in the flow ... | 04/12/2011 |
