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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8153444 | Immuno gold lateral flow assay A chromatographic specific binding assay strip device, comprising: a non-permeable platform strip; a permeable membrane testing strip positioned on top of said non-permeable platform strip, with the testing strip comprising at least one capture reagent site containi... | 04/10/2012 |
| D650866 | Toy stacking construction block | 12/20/2011 |
| 7951227 | Composition and method for dust suppression wetting agent This disclosure teaches a composition and process which makes it possible to remove floating particulates or prevent the dissemination or particulates, by the misting of a solution that readily captures any particulate material in the air. More specifically, the pre... | 05/31/2011 |
| 7771955 | Affinity membrane for capture of a target biomolecule and formation thereof by site-directed immobilization of a capture biomolecule Compositions and methods are taught for directing the orientation of an immobilized capture biomolecule on a hydrophobic membrane. The method comprises layering at least one tie layer on a hydrophobic membrane, adding an amine functional layer on top of at least one... | 08/10/2010 |
| 7629127 | Method for the visual detection of specific antibodies by the use of lateral flow assays This disclosure teaches a method and composition for detecting the presence of class specific antibodies reactive with analytes such as bacteria, allergens, autoimmune antigens, viral proteins, haptens, and carbohydrates by lateral flow techniques. In one embodiment... | 12/08/2009 |
| 7427076 | Base tool caddy for janitorial cleaning supplies A base tool caddy for janitorial cleaning supplies is disclosed. The tool caddy has an inner circular element which can be in the shape of a cylinder. This inner circular element fits around the base of a standard commercial trash barrel. The inner circular element ... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7169408 | Bandage composition containing phage associated lytic enzymes useful for treating dermatological infections The present invention discloses a composition for dermatological infections by the use of a lytic enzyme in a carrier suitable for topical application to dermal tissues. The method for the treatment of dermatological infections comprises administering a composition ... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7141241 | Use of bacterial phage associated lysing enzymes for treating upper respiratory illnesses The present invention relates to an oral delivery system containing a bacteriophage associated lysin enzyme for the treatment of [Streptococcus pneumoniae and] Hemophilus influenzae sinus/nasal infections. ... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7063837 | Syrup composition containing phage associated lytic enzymes The present invention discloses a method and composition for the treatment of bacterial infections by the parenteral introduction of at least one lytic enzyme produced by a bacteria infected with a bacteriophage specific for that bacteria and an appropriate carrier ... | 06/20/2006 |
| 6972374 | Flexible conductor code for superconducting power cable and manufacturing process thereof A flexible conductor core for superconducting power cable, characterized by a central tubular element on which the superconducting tapes are placed, in the shape of a spiral or helix, in at least two layers with a calculated angle of lay length, being one of the sec... | 12/06/2005 |
| 6936244 | Use of bacterial phage associated lysing enzymes for treating streptococcal infections of the upper respiratory tract A composition for treatment of bacterial infections of the eye is disclosed which comprises a lytic enzyme composition specific for the infecting bacteria, and a carrier for delivering said lytic enzyme. The carrier for delivering at least one lytic enzyme to the ey... | 08/30/2005 |
| 6899874 | Method for the treatment of bacterial vaginal infections A composition for treatment of bacterial infections of the eye is disclosed which comprises a lytic enzyme composition specific for the infecting bacteria, and a carrier for delivering said lytic enzyme. The carrier for delivering at least one lytic enzyme to the ey... | 05/31/2005 |
| 6875431 | Method for the treatment of bacterial eye infections A method for treatment of bacterial infections of the eye is disclosed which comprises a lytic enzyme composition specific for the infecting bacteria, and a carrier for delivering said lytic enzyme. The composition may be in the form of an isotonic solution. ... | 04/05/2005 |
| 6642293 | Lead free PVC polymer composition resistant to abrasion and high operation temperatures for insulation and sheath of thin-walled automotive cables A lead free polyvinyl chloride polymer composition for a thin-walled automotive cable insulation and sheath, presenting abrasion strength and thermal resistance at 105° C., characterized in that it consists of a mixture of: a polyvinyl chloride with stab... | 11/04/2003 |
| 6642456 | Flexible automotive electrical conductor of high mechanical strength using a central wire of copper clad steel and the process for manufacture thereof The invention relates to the manufacturing of a seven wire symmetrical hybrid conductor containing a hard copper alloy wire of copper clad steel in the center and six hard ETP copper peripheral wires in 24 and 26 AWG in sizes that fulfills the SAB J 1678 ... | 11/04/2003 |
| 6635238 | Bacteriophage-encoded enzymes for the treatment and prevention of dental caries and periodontal diseases A method for the treatment and prevention of dental caries and periodontal diseases using bacteriophages and phage-encoded anti-bacterial enzymes to inhibit establishment of bacteria in the oral cavity is provided. Also provided are methods for studying t... | 10/21/2003 |
| 6475056 | Device and method for securing movable sections of wind indicator devices and kites The invention discloses colorful wind indicator toys and kites having an improved disk structure for securing various rotatable wind collecting parts of the wind indicators and kites.. More specifically, it is proposed that a hub lock be used instead of a... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6423299 | Composition for treatment of a bacterial infection of an upper respiratory tract An aerosol composition for treating bacterial infections of the respiratory tract by delivering said aerosol to the mouth, throat or nasal passage, wherein the bacteria to be treated is selected from the group consisting of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemo... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6406692 | Composition for treatment of an ocular bacterial infection A composition for treatment of bacterial infections of the eye is disclosed which comprises a lytic enzyme composition specific for the infecting bacteria, and a carrier for delivering said lytic enzyme. The carrier for delivering at least one lytic enzym... | 06/18/2002 |
| 6399098 | Composition for treating dental caries caused by streptococcus mutans The present invention discloses a method for treating baterial dental caries caused by Streptococcus mutans, comprising administering a composition comprising an effective amount of at least one lytic enzyme produced by a bacteriophage specific for Strept... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6357183 | Water conservation method and apparatus therefor The invention relates a water storage and storm water collection and detention system including at least one storage reservoir integrally attached to and extending along the edge of an extremity of a roof of a building structure; wherein the storage reser... | 03/19/2002 |
| 6264945 | Parenteral use of bacterial phage associated lysing enzymes for the therapeutic treatment of bacterial infections The present invention discloses a method and composition for the treatment of bacterial infections by the parenteral introduction of at least one lytic enzyme produced by a bacteria infected with a bacteriophage specific for that bacteria and an appropria... | 07/24/2001 |
| 6248324 | Bacterial phage associated lysing enzymes for treating dermatological infections The present invention discloses a composition for dermatological infections by the use of a lytic enzyme in a carrier suitable for topical application to dermal tissues. The method for the treatment of dermatological infections comprises administering a c... | 06/19/2001 |
| 6206747 | Wind indicator toy The invention discloses a colorful wind indicator toy, suitable for use by children, which will both educate and entertain them. The wind indicator toy comprises a tail section for catching the wind, a front section for indicating the direction of the win... | 03/27/2001 |
| 6146591 | Biochemical detection system for rapid determination of the presence of toxins, bacteria, and other substances This device discloses a portable sequential contaminant detection system which can test samples for contaminants at predetermined timed intervals. The detection system has a motor to advance a matrix, a motor to raise and lower syringes holding liquefied ... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6123221 | Method for activating scents from a scented coupon by means of a coupon dispenser The present invention discloses a method for dispensing scented coupons in a way that activates the scents as they are removed from a coupon dispenser. Individual scented coupons have a folded end, with a light adhesive allowing for the On one side of As ... | 09/26/2000 |
| 6084201 | Method of forming an oxide ceramic electrode in a transferred plasma arc reactor A method is provided for forming a molten oxide ceramic electrode for a plasma arc ignited between first and second electrodes within a plasma arc chamber, wherein the conductivity the oxide ceramic is a function of temperature alone. Following ignition o... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6060680 | Method of forming an oxide ceramic electrode in a transferred plasma arc reactor A method is provided for forming a molten oxide ceramic electrode for a plasma arc ignited between first and second electrodes within a plasma arc chamber, wherein the conductivity the oxide ceramic is a function of temperature alone. Following ignition o... | 05/09/2000 |
| 5985271 | Prophylactic and theraputic treatment of group A streptococcal infection The present invention relates to an oral delivery system containing a group c streptococcal phage associated lysin enzyme for the prophylactic and therapeutic treatment of Streptococcal A throat infections, commonly known as strep throat.... | 11/16/1999 |
| 5979699 | Dispenser box The present invention discloses a dispenser box allowing for the removal of individual coupons without the chance of another coupon being removed at the same time. The dispenser comprises walls defining a cavity adapted to receive the stack of sheets, a r... | 11/09/1999 |
| 5931843 | Small bead tipped hemostat for circumcisions and use thereof The present invention is directed to a hemostat used in performing infant male circumcisions. The hemostat has a small beaded tip which prevents or limits the possibility of causing an accidental injury. Less trauma is caused during surgery due to the use... | 08/03/1999 |
| 5918373 | Design drawing device An improved design drawing device for drawing amorphous patterns is disclosed. The drawing device contains a segmented flexible guide comprised of segments covered with a soft plastic or rubber or rubber type surface piece. The segments each consist of a ... | 07/06/1999 |
| 5871216 | Bean bag toss game A bean bag toss game is disclosed wherein the pieces of the game are assembled by means of grooves cut into the various sections of the game, allowing the sections of the game device to be secured without screws or collapsible legs. Such an arrangement ma... | 02/16/1999 |
| 5823848 | Toy auto racing power shifter and car The present invention proposes a toy vehicle powered and propelled by a launching device. More specifically, the invention includes a toy vehicle, preferably about three inches long, with a flywheel at its midpoint. The body, chassis, wheel and other part... | 10/20/1998 |
| 5746770 | Endoscopic retriever An endoscopic retriever comprising an endoscope and retriever is disclosed, wherein the illuminating light passes at right angles to the plane of the grasping jaws of the retriever. In one embodiment of the invention, at least one illuminating light guide... | 05/05/1998 |
| 5736351 | Method for detection of contaminants A method and device for determining the presence and concentration of total microbial contamination or the presence and concentration of a specific microbial species on a surface is described. The method consists of a means of a collection device and flui... | 04/07/1998 |
| 5709033 | Drawing device An improved design drawing device for drawing amorphous patterns is disclosed. The drawing device contains at least one flexible guide bendable into any desired shape and having an outer circumference wall and an inner circumference wall, at least one sol... | 01/20/1998 |
| 5691932 | Care giver data collection and reminder system A care giver data collection and events reminder system for an infant. The device is used to collect data for parents, hospitals, pediatricians, or care givers. Information such as feeding times, measurable amounts of consumption or discharge, bowel movem... | 11/25/1997 |
| 5567161 | Method, kit, and artificial septum for the preparation of a septum for a taxidermy manikin A method for the preparation of a life-like septum in a taxidermy manikin, using a septum kit comprising an artificial septum and a septum tool, is disclosed.... | 10/22/1996 |
| 5478085 | Magnetic domino set A magnetic domino set is disclosed comprising a set of dominoes magnetically attracted to a playing surface which, when folded, also serves as an attractive carrying case for the dominoes.... | 12/26/1995 |
