Abstract: Described herein is a method for associating information with an asset, comprising the following steps: •acquiring a unique identifying code associated with the asset; •transmitting to a digital platform a request for storing the information about the asset; •through the digital platform, verifying whether storing the information in blockchain requires the consent of at least one authorized participant; •through the digital platform, sending to the at least one authorized participant a request for consent to store the information; •when the consent of the at least one authorized participant is received by the digital platform, through said digital platform storing in the blockchain an information block containing the combination of the information about the asset with the unique identifying code of the asset.

Abstract: An antiphlogistic and analgesic composition for topical use consists, by weight, of from about 0.01-3% hyaluronic acid, from about 0.5-7% arnica glycolic extract, from about 2-10% of any hydrogel-soluble, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, and 70-95% hydrogel.

Abstract: A method of producing an immunogen comprising polymerizing a hirudin and/or a hirudin-like protein is provided. A method of producing an antibody specific for a hirudin or a hirudin-like protein is also provided.

Abstract: A method of making antibodies to hirudin by immunizing with an immunogenic composition containing polymerized hirudin monomers in the absence of carrier protein is taught.