Abstract: Provided are a novel pseudoceramide compound and uses thereof. The pseudoceramide has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin whitening, and moisturizing effects. In addition, the pseudoceramide can be synthesized in a simple and economically advantageous manner and is free from problems associated with the preparation of cosmetic formulations resulting from low hydrophilicity, thus being suitable for use in cosmetic applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions each containing a composite extract. More specifically, the present invention provides cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions, each of which contains, as an active ingredient, a composite extract of an aloe extract and an upland rice extract, leading to excellent moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and atopy alleviating effects, and thus can be favorably used for prevention, alleviation, and treatment of a skin disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel phenolic acid derivative compound with whitening and antioxidant activities and use thereof. The phenolic acid derivative compound is a compound represented by Formula 1, which is described in the specification, an isomer thereof or a salt thereof. The compound of the present invention has skin whitening activity to inhibit tyrosinase, thus being suitable for use in a pharmaceutical composition or cosmetic product for skin whitening. In addition, the compound of the present invention is suitable for the prevention or treatment of oxidation-derived skin abnormality or disease such as skin aging due to its antioxidant activity.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inhibitor of an autoimmune response to a periodontal bacterial enzymatic degradation product of keratin in gingival epithelium in a mammal having a periodontal bacterium in the oral cavity, containing a substance having affinity to the keratin or a degradation product thereof and/or a substance having affinity to an autoantibody to the degradation product, an agent for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of a periodontal disease and/or a complication thereof; a RANKL expression inhibitor containing a substance having affinity to the keratin or a degradation product thereof; and a method of diagnosing a periodontal disease including detecting the keratin or a degradation product thereof and/or an autoantibody thereto.

Abstract: A food inventory device having a bar code scanner and camera to add and remove inventory items to and from the inventory. The scanner may be mounted on an inventory storage container to facilitate inventory control from one or more storage devices, including refrigerators, freezers, and pantries. The inventory system may display a table listing the inventory items along with variable details. Based on the food inventory list, the inventory system may suggest recipes, display the ingredients in stock for suggested recipes, and create a shopping list of the ingredients not in stock for a desired recipe. The device may have an ordering system allowing users to order items in the storage device that have been exhausted or otherwise need to be replenished through audio or touch input. The ordering system may be connected to third-party external sites and may be based on one or more user profile settings.

Abstract: A food inventory system, including a portable device which may include a bar code scanner and camera to add and remove inventory items to and from the inventory. The scanner may be mounted on an inventory storage container to facilitate inventory control from one or more domestic storage devices, including refrigerators, freezers, and pantries. The inventory system may display a table listing the inventory items along with variable details. Based on the food inventory list, the inventory system may suggest recipes, display the ingredients in stock for suggested recipes, and create a shopping list of the ingredients not in stock for a desired recipe. The portable device may be configured with wireless capability, connection to the internet, phones, tablets, laptops, and personal computer.

Abstract: Provided are methods of detecting the presence or amount of a vitamin D metabolite in a sample using mass spectrometry. The methods generally directed to ionizing a vitamin D metabolite in a sample and detecting the amount of the ion to determine the presence or amount of the vitamin D metabolite in the sample. Also provided are methods to detect the presence or amount of two or more vitamin D metabolites in a single assay.

Abstract: Provided are methods of detecting the presence or amount of a vitamin D metabolite in a sample using mass spectrometry. The methods generally directed to ionizing a vitamin D metabolite in a sample and detecting the amount of the ion to determine the presence or amount of the vitamin D metabolite in the sample. Also provided are methods to detect the presence or amount of two or more vitamin D metabolites in a single assay.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organic electroluminescent compound and an organic electroluminescent device comprising the same. By using the organic electroluminescent compound according to the present invention, it is possible to produce an organic electroluminescent device having low driving voltage, excellent current and power efficiencies, and noticeably improved driving lifespan.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel phenolic acid derivative compound with whitening and antioxidant activities and use thereof. The phenolic acid derivative compound is a compound represented by Formula 1, which is described in the specification, an isomer thereof or a salt thereof. The compound of the present invention has skin whitening activity to inhibit tyrosinase, thus being suitable for use in a pharmaceutical composition or cosmetic product for skin whitening. In addition, the compound of the present invention is suitable for the prevention or treatment of oxidation-derived skin abnormality or disease such as skin aging due to its antioxidant activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a near-ultraviolet stimulated light-emitting compound, and more specifically relates to a fluorescent quinazolinone compound which is stimulated in the near ultraviolet region. The fluorescent quinazolinone compound according to the present invention is colorless in daylight but exhibits a high fluorescent intensity when irradiated with light in the near ultraviolet region. Also, the fluorescent quinazolinone compound can be easily used with printed and plastic molded products since the compound not only has a high degree of light fastness and thermal stability but also high dispersibility.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a luminescent rare earth compound and dichroism fluorescent composition thereof, and more particularly, the luminescent rare earth compound is a luminescent rare earth compound excited by shortwave UV (Ultra-Violet). The luminescent rare earth compound and/or products applied with the luminescent rare earth compound according to the present invention can emit strong red and green colors by being excited at 240-330 nm range of wavelengths, while not being excited at 360-380 nm range of wavelengths, and showing no colors under visible light. Furthermore, the compound may be variably utilized to printed materials and plastic mold products because of possessing high heat resistance, high light resistance and high dispersibility of medium light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organic electroluminescent compound and an organic electroluminescent device comprising the same. By using the organic electroluminescent compound according to the present invention, it is possible to produce an organic electroluminescent device having low driving voltage, excellent current and power efficiencies, and noticeably improved driving lifespan.

Abstract: Provided are methods of detecting the presence or amount of a vitamin D metabolite in a sample using mass spectrometry. The methods generally directed to ionizing a vitamin D metabolite in a sample and detecting the amount of the ion to determine the presence or amount of the vitamin D metabolite in the sample. Also provided are methods to detect the presence or amount of two or more vitamin D metabolites in a single assay.

Abstract: Cooling apparatuses and a system including the same may be provided. The cooling apparatus including a freezer, a first cooling unit configured to cool a first cooling water supplied to the freezer in open air, and a second cooling unit configured to cool a second cooling water supplied to the first cooling unit may be provided. According to a temperature difference between the open air and the first cooling water, the second cooling unit may circulate the second cooling water separately with respect to the first cooling water or mix the second cooling water into the first cooling water.

Abstract: An approach for projecting a grid pattern is disclosed. A grid pattern signal generating unit is configured to generate a grid pattern signal and to emit light to a test object and control the grid pattern signal. A grid pattern emitting unit is configured to control a modulation of light emitted from a light source and a rotational motion of a micro mirror for a laser scanner according to the generated grid pattern signal to emit a grid pattern, the micro mirror rotating at a predetermined angle and period according to a single axis. This approach solves the focusing problems of conventional apparatuses for projecting a grid pattern, and may project a grid pattern image to a high-speed camera in real time to perform a three-dimensional measurement.

Abstract: A device fabricated from material that is placed and secured around the body while in a seated position. The device fastens around the knees or legs and holds them securely while the knees are in a crooked position at an angle, drawn towards the chest. The device provides support and comfort to both back and knees. The device is secured around the body by means of a Velcro, buckle or other fastener. The girth of the device is adjustable to suit the passenger. The device has handles and rolls up when not in use and can be deployed as a pillow, head or foot rest.

Abstract: Provided are methods of detecting the presence or amount of a vitamin D metabolite in a sample using mass spectrometry. The methods generally are directed to ionizing a vitamin D metabolite in a sample and detecting the amount of the ion to determine the presence or amount of the vitamin D metabolite in the sample. Also provided are methods to detect the presence or amount of two or more vitamin D metabolites in a single assay.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an organic electroluminescent compound of Formula 1 (variables R1-R10 defined herein), and an organic electroluminescent device comprising the same. By using the organic electroluminescent compound according to the present disclosure, it is possible to produce an organic electroluminescent device which can be operated at a lowered driving voltage, shows excellence in luminous efficiency such as current efficiency and power efficiency, and has high color purity and improved lifespan.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an organic electroluminescent compound of Formula 1 (variables Y1, Y2 and R1 to R4 defined herein), and an organic electroluminescent device comprising the same. The organic electroluminescent compound according to the present disclosure can be used for the manufacture of an organic electroluminescent device showing improvement in luminous efficiency, especially in current efficiency.