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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7122530 | 24-hydroxyvitamin D, analogs and uses thereof The invention provides 24-hydroxyvitamin D compounds and methods for their use in the treatment and prophylaxis of hyperparathyroidism and hyperproliferative diseases, and in the modulation of the immune and inflammatory responses as well as the treatment of bone de... | 10/17/2006 |
| 7094775 | Method of treating breast cancer using a combination of vitamin D analogues and other agents The invention provides therapeutic methods for inhibiting, ameliorating or alleviating the hyperproliferative cellular activity of diseases of the breast, e.g., breast cancer, which includes administering to a patient in need thereof an active vitamin D analogue and... | 08/22/2006 |
| 6929797 | Targeted therapeutic delivery of vitamin D compounds The present invention is directed to a conjugate which includes at least one vitamin D moiety thereof and at least one targeting molecule moiety to pharmaceutical compositions of the conjugate, and to methods for using the conjugate for target-specific delivery of v... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6903083 | Stabilized hydroxyvitamin D The invention provides a stabilized 1α-hydroxyvitamin D (“SHVD”) which is particularly well suited for pharmaceutical formulations. ... | 06/07/2005 |
| 6896873 | MR signal-emitting coatings The present invention provides a coating that emits magnetic resonance signals and a method for coating medical devices therewith. The coating includes a paramagnetic metal ion-containing polymer complex that facilitates diagnostic and therapeutic techniques by read... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6886384 | Process for forming a threaded member A process for the formation of a thread form in a substantially elongate member (1), wherein the thread form includes at least one rib (3) spaced apart from at least one other rib along the elongate member and wherein the thread form has a relatively c... | 05/03/2005 |
| 6872559 | E. coli O157:H7 C1 esterase inhibitor-binding protein and methods of use Disclosed is a pO157 plasmid-specified polypeptide found in E. coli EDL933and other enterohemorrhagic E. coli that binds to and cleaves C1-esterase inhibitor. Also disclosed are methods employing the polypeptide for diagnosing and treating colitis or h... | 03/29/2005 |
| D497008 | Tongue and groove system | 10/05/2004 |
| D495427 | Tongue and groove system | 08/31/2004 |
| 6716578 | Method for solid state genome analysis The invention is a solid state process for analyzing genomes by visualizing sequence specific markers (e.g., proteins that bind a defined DNA sequence elements) by scanning probe microscopy. The method includes linear display of the nucleic acid on a solid surface, ... | 04/06/2004 |
| 6699507 | Colloidal particles of different element composition for specific labeling purposes The invention relates to colloidal particles of differing elemental compositions with differing morphologies, and to methods of preparing same. The invention also provides applications of such colloidal particles as labels in microscopy, as staining agent... | 03/02/2004 |
| 6680309 | Method of treating hyperproliferative diseases using active vitamin D analogues Methods for the utilization of hypocalcemic vitamin D analogs to inhibit the hyperproliferation of malignant or neoplastic cells without incidence of hypercalcemia.... | 01/20/2004 |
| 6644519 | Closable container, and methods for filling containers A container having a body, a male element, a female element and a plug. The female element comprises a body having an axial bore which extends through the body from an insertion opening outside the container body, to a seat inside the container body. The ... | 11/11/2003 |
| 6617028 | Phosphorus and nitrogen containing resin hardener and a flame retarding resin composition containing said hardener The present invention discloses a phosphorus- and nitrogen-containing resin hardener, which has a structure represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a group represented by the following formula: ... | 09/09/2003 |
| 6242434 | 24-hydroxyvitamin D, analogs and uses thereof The invention provides 24-hydroxyvitamin D compounds and methods for their use in the treatment and prophylaxis of hyperparathyroidism and hyperproliferative diseases, and in the modulation of the immune and inflammatory responses as well as the treatment... | 06/05/2001 |
| 6025346 | 1-hydroxy vitamin D4 and novel intermediates and analogues Disclosed is 1,24-dihydroxy vitamin D4 having the following structure: ##STR1## and pharmaceutical compositions containing said compound. The compound and composition are useful in the treatment of abnormal calcium metabolism. ... | 02/15/2000 |
| 5906193 | Retrofit table accessory for barbecue grill The invention provides a table accessory to an outdoor grill accessory, which is a pair of opposed work surfaces in the form of side tables. The accessory is easily retrofitted to the fire bowl of a conventional kettle type grill. In an illustrated embodi... | 05/25/1999 |
| 5900427 | N-heteroarenesulfonyl-protected amino acid reagents for peptide synthesis This invention relates to the use of heteroarenesulfonyl groups as protecting groups for amino groups, particularly the amino groups of amino acids, and specifically to nitrogen-protected (N-protected) amino acid reagents, which are particularly well-suit... | 05/04/1999 |
| 5873255 | Digital control valve for refrigeration system The present invention provides a method and system for controlling and limiting the discharge temperature of a compressor of a refrigeration system. The invention is suitable for converting an existing refrigeration system which operates with one refriger... | 02/23/1999 |
| 5873069 | System and method for automatic updating and display of retail prices An enterprise-wide integrated computer system for storing, processing and reporting pricing information regarding a plurality of products in a plurality of stores in a plurality of markets, including a pricing function for pricing and re-pricing products ... | 02/16/1999 |
| 5869473 | Method for treating and preventing hyperparathyroidism A method for reducing or preventing elevated blood parathyroid hormone level in a human being suffering from hyperparathyroidism by administering a sufficient amount of 1-OH vitamin D2, 1-OH vitamin D4 or 1,24(R)... | 02/09/1999 |
| 5861386 | Method for treating and preventing secondary hyperparathyroidism A method for preventing loss of bone mass or bone mineral content in a human being suffering from secondary hyperparathyroidism by administering a sufficient amount of 1--OH vitamin D2, 1,24(S)--(OH)2 vitamin D2 | 01/19/1999 |
| 5801164 | Methods of treating osteoporosis prophylactically or therapeutically Methods of treating osteoporosis prophylactically or therapeutically are disclosed. The method of treating osteoporosis includes administering to a patient suffering therefrom an effective amount to treat the osteoporosis of novel 1-hydroxyvitamin ... | 09/01/1998 |
| 5798345 | Method of inhibiting the hyperproliferation of malignant cells 1-hydroxy vitamin D4 and analogues, preferably 1,24 dihydroxy vitamin D4, which are useful as active compounds of pharmaceutical compositions for the inhibition of hyperproliferative activity of malignant cells.... | 08/25/1998 |
| 5795882 | Method of treating prostatic diseases using delayed and/or sustained release vitamin D formulations Method of treating prostatic conditions such as prostate cancer and hyperplasia by administering 1-hydroxyprevitamin D or activated vitamin D or a combination thereof in a sustained release form or a delayed and sustained release formulation. Both ... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5791228 | Torque or force amplifying actuator and method for controlling actuator A hydraulic or pneumatic actuator wherein the movement of the power transfer shaft is controlled by a movable vent. The actuator is divided into two cells by a power transfer shaft to which is attached a vent follower. In an equilibrium position, the vent... | 08/11/1998 |
| 5789397 | Methods for preparation and use of 1A,24(S)-dihydroxy vitamin D2 1,24(S)-Dihydroxy vitamin D2 which is useful as an active compound of pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of disorders of calcium metabolism and for various skin disorders. The invention also includes preparation of synthetic 1... | 08/04/1998 |
| 5786348 | Methods for preparation and use of 1,24(S)-dihydroxy vitamin D2 1,24(S)-Dihydroxy vitamin D2 which is useful as an active compound of pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of disorders of calcium metabolism and for various skin disorders. The invention also includes preparation of synthetic 1... | 07/28/1998 |
| 5763431 | Method for regulating neuropeptide hormone secretion Methods are described for regulating neuropeptide secretion to alleviate premature labor, hypertension, fluid imbalance, and risk of heart disease using neuroactive steroids targeted for a newly-identified site of action in the nerve terminals of neurosec... | 06/09/1998 |
| 5763428 | Methods of treating skin disorders with novel 1a-hydroxy vitamin D4 compounds and derivatives thereof The disclosure is of methods of treating various skin disorders, including skin cancer, with compounds of novel 1-hydroxy vitamin D4 and novel analogues, thereof, including 1,25 dihydroxy vitamin D4 and 1,24 dihydroxy vitamin ... | 06/09/1998 |
| 5763429 | Method of treating prostatic diseases using active vitamin D analogues The invention provides therapeutic methods for inhibiting, ameliorating or alleviating the hyperproliferative cellular activity of diseases of the prostate, e.g., prostatic cancer and prostatic hyperplasia, which includes administering to a patient in nee... | 06/09/1998 |
| 5756783 | 1-Hydroxy-24-EPI-vitamin D4 1-Hydroxy-24-epi-vitamin D4 and novel intermediates formed in a novel method of preparing this compound. The method includes campesterol as a starting material which is converted to 24-epi-vitamin D4 which is in turn hydroxyla... | 05/26/1998 |
| 5739022 | Copper(II) nuclease compounds, compositions, and kits A method is provided for nonoxidatively cleaving the phosphorus-oxygen linkage of nucleic acids and certain anticholinesterases such as insecticides using a macrocyclic copper(II) complex. A composition suited for such cleavage is also provided.... | 04/14/1998 |
| 5727823 | Semitractor door bar A door bar for barring the door of an automotive vehicle of the type wherein the door has doorjambs, an inside door pull handle for closing the door and a space between the inside door pull handle and the door for receiving a hand, includes a rigid elonga... | 03/17/1998 |
| 5707980 | Method for treating and preventing secondary hyperparathyroidism A method for preventing loss of bone mass or bone mineral content in a human being suffering from secondary hyperparathyroidism by administering a sufficient amount of 1-OH vitamin D2, 1,24(S)-(OH)2 vitamin D2 | 01/13/1998 |
| 5700790 | Prevention and treatment of myocardial failure Method of increasing the strength of contraction in the mammalian heart muscle by administering to the mammal an effective amount of an activated Vitamin D compound, i.e. a 1-hydroxylated Vitamin D compound which binds with the Vitamin D receptor a... | 12/23/1997 |
| 5699274 | Panel performance test system The invention is a performance testing system, i.e., performance of a material under a load concentrated in a single area. The system is computerized and automatically applies a load to a panel to be tested, reads and records deflection of the panel witho... | 12/16/1997 |
| 5646287 | Reagents for enantioselective acylation and related reactions The invention provides a method for synthesizing chiral compounds utilizing novel catalysts which are enantioselective electrophiles via kinetic resolution. The method includes treating a racemic mixture with a reagent which is a chiral DMAP derivative, a... | 07/08/1997 |
| 5641223 | Horticulture lamp A compact portable horticultural lamp that is easily assembled and disassembled. The lamp consists of a stand, lamp assembly, including a lamp housing and reflector shade, and a lamp assembly adjuster for raising and lowering the lamp assembly. The base o... | 06/24/1997 |
| 5640824 | Buildings and building components This invention provides bridge girt assemblies, and modular building panels, for use in fabricating walls, floors and roofs of buildings. The panels have novel structures adapted to protect the interior of the building from intrusion of heat and cold, and... | 06/24/1997 |
