Abstract: A method of interfacing an electronic device to a manually operable fabric controller forming part of a personal item, such as an item of clothing or bag. A set of interface devices, each comprising a housing enclosing a processing circuit with analogue ports and control ports, and supporting a first physical interface connected to analogue ports and connectable to a fabric sensor and a second physical interface connected to control ports and connectable to a specific type of electronic device. In this way, it is possible for different electronic devices to be controlled by operation of the fabric sensor supported by the personal item. A method of establishing a music-enabled item of clothing or bag. The identification of an appropriate interface device is facilitated at locations where electronic devices or accessories are made available. The fabric sensor may be removable from the personal item.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the method of inhibiting the release of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) in a condition mediated by TNF by administration of certain hydroxamic add derivatives, also known as matrix metalloproteinase inhibitors, and thus the method of this invention is useful in the management of diseases or conditions mediated by TNF.