Abstract: This invention relates to a process to facilitate osteochondral bone remodeling in a subject by inducing regeneration of this bone to a healthy, vascularized state capable of supporting the underlying hyaline cartilage of articular joints and spinal discs, both biomechanically and metabolically and to deliver a bioactive agent. This process involves the steps of: administering an effective amount of an injectable in situ curing biomaterial composite to a site. The biomaterial composite product is prepared by a process involving the steps: admixing an alginate solution with a nonporous aggregate of ?-tricalcium phosphate, in a sufficient amount to initiate polymerization of the alginate solution, to form a hydrogel having from between 10 to 20 percent by volume of ?-tricalcium phosphate.

Abstract: A wraparound sleeve having a stand-up feature or tab is disclosed. The sleeve can be wrapped around a container and can cooperate with a front flange portion of the container to provide the container in an upright display position. The tab of the sleeve extends from an exposed edge of the sleeve transverse to a wrapping direction of the sleeve when assembled to support the package in a vertical or inclined viewing position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to detergent compositions containing a surfactant system comprising “sustainable” or bio-derived surfactant hydrophobes or “sustainable” or bio-derived surfactants. Specifically, the invention relates to detergent compositions containing a surfactant system that has a “Surfactant Hydrophobe Sustainability Index” (SHSI) greater than or equal to 0.70 or a “Surfactant Sustainability Index” (SSI) greater than or equal to 0.70.

Abstract: A non-aqueous hydraulic cement composition comprises a non-aqueous mixture of (a) ?-tricalcium phosphate powder, (b) monocalcium phosphate comprising monocalcium phosphate anhydrous (MCPA), monocalcium phosphate monohydrate (MCPM), or a combination thereof, and (c) non-aqueous water-miscible liquid, wherein a 0.1 g/ml saturated aqueous solution of the monocalcium phosphate has a pH less than 3.0. Methods of producing a hardened cement, hardened cements, kits, and articles of manufacture employ such compositions.

Abstract: A device for dispensing individual servings of a cold beverage, either having a refrigeration unit to chill the beverage or a removable pitcher that may be put in a refrigerator. A special disposable beverage cartridge or beverage pouch fits into the holder. This cartridge or pouch may have pressure rupturable seals or diaphragms and contain beverage concentrate. A dispensing mechanism puts pressure on the cartridge or the pouch to break the pressure rupturable seal or diaphragm to discharge the concentrate into a mixing structure. The mixing structure also receives chilled liquid from the refrigeration unit or the pitcher, and ensures that the concentrate mixes with the liquid without contacting the walls of the mixing structure.

Abstract: A disposal apparatus for biosensor includes a coupling member and a capsular wrapper. The capsular wrapper includes a space having a closed end and an open end to hold a biosensor. The coupling member has a coupling portion connecting to the closed end and a test strip adapter with two ends respectively formed a test strip insertion end and a test strip extended slot. The test strip insertion end passes through the slot and inserts into a test strip loading port of the biosensor. The capsular wrapper encases the biosensor to allow the test strip insertion end to insert into the test strip loading port. Through coupling of the test strip adapter, the biosensor can perform testing. After the testing is finished, the coupling member and the test strip can be wrapped together by the capsular wrapper and be discarded, thus avoiding user being contaminating with samples on the test strip.

Abstract: Aqueous liquid compositions are provided, which comprise nonionic polymers, such as polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), or combinations thereof, and which are free of or substantially free of salt-forming groups. The aqueous liquids form solid, flexible films after direct application to skin, and the films may be peeled from the skin to remove adhered keratotic plugs from pores of the skin. The compositions are easily applied to skin, without dripping, with fingers, a brush, or other applicators.

Abstract: A method of colonic cleansing that includes administering orally a first dose and a second dose of a liquid osmotic colonic evacuant composition. The second dose includes an amount of the liquid osmotic colonic evacuant composition that is 55% to 95% of the amount of the first dose.

Abstract: Inventive subject matter disclosed herein includes a perfume that includes water; alcohol; oil in a concentration of about 2 to 20% by weight; a scent imparting constituent; and a stabilizing agent in a concentration effective for imparting a capacity to make a misting spray pattern when the perfume is sprayed through a sprayer.

Abstract: An apparatus, method, and system of reservoir interrogation. A tracer is encapsulating in a receptacle. The receptacle containing the tracer is injected into the reservoir. The tracer is analyzed for reservoir interrogation.

Abstract: A container for a powdered cosmetic including a container body defining a reservoir for receiving loose powder, a strainer defining a powder collection surface, of smaller size than the container body, covering the reservoir, and a lid adapted and configured to define a powder receiving volume between the strainer and the lid, and at least one aperture around the powder collection surface for powder to fall from the strainer into the reservoir. Preferably, the strainer further includes at least one upstanding ridge for at least partially cleaning a brush or sponge applicator.

Abstract: Biodegradable bioplastic food contact service items are formed of a high biomass content bioplastic compound. Preferred embodiments of biodegradable bioplastic food contact service items each comprise a thermoplastic matrix that includes a main thermoplastic medium and a matrix material ingredient. The main thermoplastic medium is a combination of three synthetic polymers that form a functional material component into which biomass material can be blended. The three synthetic polymers are polypropylene, ultralow molecular weight polyethylene, and low density polyethylene; and the matrix material ingredient includes a polysaccharide compound in an amount of at least 50 percent by weight. Exemplary embodiments of the food contact service item use corn starch as a preferred polysaccharide compound.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a composition and method for dyeing keratinous substrates containing: (a) at least one fatty quaternary amine compound; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one phosphate ester chosen from alkoxylated alkyl phosphate esters and alkyl phosphate esters; (d) at least one dye chosen from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes; (e) optionally, at least one thickening agent; (f) optionally, at least one alkaline agent; (g) optionally, at least one fatty substance other than a fatty acid present in the ready-to-use composition; h) optionally, at least one salt; and (i) optionally, at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a composition and method for dyeing keratinous substrates containing: (a) at least one phospholipid; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least anionic silicone; (d) at least one dye chosen from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one thickening agent, at least one alkaline agent, at least one fatty substance other than a fatty acid, at least one salt, and at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a composition and method for coloring keratinous substrates containing: (a) at least one fatty quaternary amine; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least anionic silicone; (d) at least one dye chosen from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes; (e) optionally, at least one thickening agent; (f) optionally, at least one alkaline agent; (g) optionally, at least one fatty substance other than a fatty acid; (h) optionally, at least one salt; and (i) optionally, at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a composition and method for dyeing keratinous substrates containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound having at least three amino groups; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least one phosphate ester chosen from alkoxylated alkyl phosphate esters and alkyl phosphate esters; (d) at least one dye chosen from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one thickening agent, at least one alkaline agent, at least one fatty substance, at least one salt, and at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a composition and method for dyeing keratinous substrates containing: (a) at least one polyamine compound comprising at least three amino groups; (b) at least one nonionic surfactant; (c) at least anionic silicone; (d) at least one dye chosen from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one thickening agent, at least one alkaline agent, at least one fatty substance, at least one salt, and at least one oxidizing agent.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a multilayer coextruded sterilizable film that can be used for aseptic packaging applications. The film comprises an outer layer comprising a blend of a cyclic olefin copolymer with a glass transition temperature of at least 80° C. and an olefinic copolymer with a melting point of at least 125° C. The film has a storage modulus of at least 109 dynes/cm2 at temperatures of up to 140° C. An aseptic package and a method of making an aseptic package are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for delivering substrates for a depilatory product using an enzymatically-generated peracid. More specifically, a pH stabilized two component system is provided comprising (a) a first aqueous composition comprising hydrogen peroxide and at least one carboxylic acid ester substrate; wherein the pH of the first aqueous composition is 4.0 or less and (b) a second aqueous component comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity and a buffer, wherein the pH of the second aqueous composition is at least 5.0; wherein the first and second aqueous compositions remain separated until use. The perhydrolytic enzyme catalyst may be in the form of a fusion protein comprising a perhydrolytic enzyme coupled through an optional peptide linker to a peptidic component having affinity for hair.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for delivering substrates for a depilatory product using an enzymatically generated peracid. More specifically, a two component system is provided comprising (a) a first non-aqueous composition comprising a solid source of peroxygen, an ester substrate, and an optional organic cosolvent and (b) an aqueous component having a pH of at least 4 comprising an enzyme catalyst having perhydrolytic activity and a buffer. The perhydrolytic enzyme catalyst may be in the form of a fusion protein comprising a perhydrolytic enzyme coupled through an optional peptide linker to a peptidic component having affinity for hair.

Abstract: The present application provides precursor compounds useful for deposition of a group 11 metal on a substrate, for example, a microelectronic device substrate, as well as methods of synthesizing such precursor compounds. The precursor compounds provided are mono-metallic compounds comprising a diaminocarbene (DAC) having the general formula: “DAC-M-X”, where the diaminocarbene is an optionally substituted, saturated N-heterocyclic diaminocarbene (sNHC) or an optionally substituted acyclic diaminocarbene, M is a group 11 metal, such as copper, silver or gold; and X is an anionic ligand. Also provided are methods of synthesizing the precursor compounds, metal deposition methods utilizing such precursor compounds, and to composite materials, such as, e.g., microelectronic device structures, and products formed by use of such precursors and deposition methods.

Abstract: Holders for automatically treating cleaning implements (e.g. kitchen sponges) with antibacterial chemicals during storage are disclosed. These holders have a solid compressed chemical surface for contacting the cleaning implement between uses. Moisture from the used cleaning implement dissolves a small amount of the chemical (e.g. sodium chloride), thereby causing the chemical to treat the contact surface of the cleaning implement. Merely by placing a sponge or the like on a coaster, or against another holder surface, bacterial growth on the sponge or the like can be inhibited, thereby extending the useful life of such cleaning implements.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to liquid, aqueous pharmaceutical compositions stabilized against chemical and/or physical degradation containing Factor VII polypeptides, and methods for preparing and using such compositions, as well as vials containing such compositions, and the use of such compositions in the treatment of a Factor VII-responsive syndrome. The main embodiment is represented by a liquid, aqueous pharmaceutical composition comprising at least 0.01 mg/mL of a Factor VII polypeptide (i); a buffering agent (ii) suitable for keeping pH in the range of from about 4.0 to about 9.0; and at least one stabilizing agent (iii) comprising a —C(?N—Z1—R1)—NH—Z2—R2 motif, e.g. benzamidine compounds and guanidine compounds such as arginine.

Abstract: The present invention is a shakable cleaning bag to clean a plurality of objects that includes a base cleaning bag, a cleaning pouch disposed in the base cleaning bag that receives the objects to be cleaned and a perforated cut line disposed on the top portion of the base cleaning bag that is cut when the base cleaning bag is ready to be used. A fastener disposed below the perforated cut line that runs across the base cleaning bag allowing access to the cleaning pouch and an abrasive or non-abrasive alcohol cleaning solution that is contained in the base cleaning bag that has direct contact with the objects that are placed in the base cleaning bag to be cleaned by the alcohol cleaning solution. There is also a two pouch base cleaning bag with a rinsing pouch and rinse solution and a method of use.

Abstract: A system provided by an assembly for packaging bitumen (asphalt) comprises a loading and bagging station, a support mounting station, a curing station and a separating station. The loading and bagging station provides for loading bitumen into a bag and sealing the bag once the bag has been filled with bitumen thereby providing a package. The support mounting station is downstream the bagging station and provides for positioning the package on a movable support. The curing station is downstream the support mounting station and provides for curing the bitumen within the bag on the movable support. The separating station is downstream the curing station for separating the package after curing from the movable support. Associated methods and products are also provided.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions comprising a MMP-13 inhibitor, and methods of using the same.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel reagent for blood cell counting and a novel blood analysis method, which enable blood cells such as leukocytes to be counted with high accuracy by dissociating platelet aggregates in capillary blood collected from a living body. The reagent for blood cell counting is used to dilute capillary blood collected from a living body to prepare a blood sample in order to count blood cells in the collected capillary blood using a particle analyzer, and is an aqueous solution containing a chloroquine salt.

Abstract: An oxygen-scavenging composition is provided that includes an oxygen-scavenging component and a catalyst. The oxygen-scavenging component, which in preferred embodiments is suitable for use in packaging articles, includes two or more oxygen-scavenging groups having different scavenging properties. In one embodiment, one of the oxygen-scavenging groups is an unsaturated bicyclic group.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process to facilitate osteochondral bone remodeling in a subject by inducing regeneration of this bone to a healthy, vascularized state capable of supporting the underlying hyaline cartilage of articular joints and spinal discs, both biomechanically and metabolically and to deliver a bioactive agent. This process involves the steps of: administering an effective amount of an injectable in situ curing biomaterial composite to a site. The biomaterial composite product is prepared by a process involving the steps: admixing an alginate solution with a nonporous aggregate of ?-tricalcium phosphate, in a sufficient amount to initiate polymerization of the alginate solution, to form a hydrogel having from between 10 to 20 percent by volume of ?-tricalcium phosphate.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for stabilizing glycerin-in-oil emulsions, which can be used to significantly reduce thermal instability or instability over time compared to traditional cosmetics or topical formulations. The compositions comprise one or more oil-soluble rheological modifiers and optionally one or more emulsifiers in a glycerin-in-oil emulsion.

Abstract: A filling apparatus for a grouting system. The filling apparatus comprises a first fill tube and a second fill tube. The first fill tube is discrete from the second fill tube. The first fill tube is disposed for transporting resin mastic and the second fill tube is disposed for transporting initiator. A portion of the first fill tube has an inlet opening through which an injection quill extends interiorly and downwardly through the first fill tube. The injection quill is disposed for transporting inhibitor. This disclosure also relates to a method for adjusting gel time of a grouting system used for anchoring a reinforcing member in an opening, a grouting system for anchoring a reinforcing member in an opening, and a method for anchoring a reinforcing member in a mine.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to vessels configured to contain molten semiconducting materials.

Abstract: A container for air freshening materials or other volatiles includes a receptacle or base and a cover that may be rotated from a closed position to multiple open positions while still engaged to the base to create vent passageway(s) between the cover and the base. A containment section of the base houses an air freshening material, such as a fragrance gel or potpourri, or a volatile, such as an insect repellant. The base further defines an alignment section adapted to rotationally and axially position the cover, an integrated sealing element, and an optional vent section. The alignment section includes a ramp and upper and lower locating elements coupled to the ramp. The alignment section engages at least one guide or a guide nub that extends from a depending arm of the cover. The guide or guide nub travels along the ramp from a first locating element when the cover is in a fully closed position to a second locating element when the cover is in a fully open position.

Abstract: An object of this invention is to provide a case for rolling powder alloy without failures at the time of rolling. The case for rolling powder alloy (1) is formed like a shape of box and comprises a side constituent member (10) forming like a rectangular frame in a combination of two members (10a, 10a) and surrounding a side surface of metal powder, an upper lid constituent member (11) mounting on one opening of the side constituent member (10) and covering an upper surface of the metal powder, and a lower lid constituent member (12) mounting on the other opening of the side constituent member (10) and covering a lower surface of the metal powder. The peripheral edges of the upper lid constituent member (11) and the lower lid constituent member (12) are, respectively, provided with a peripheral wall (11b, 12b) standing upright along an outer peripheral surface of the side constituent member, and the side constituent member (10) is inserted into a space surrounded by the peripheral wall (11b, 12b).

Abstract: Oxidation-sensitive, low-peroxide polymer contained in a sealed, protective-gas-filled packaging form, comprising, per kilogram of polymer solid, at least one inorganic phosphorus compound in amounts such that the total phosphorus content is 2*10?5 to 0.02 mol, and methods for stabilizing oxidation-sensitive polymer against peroxide formation, wherein, during or after the polymerization, at least one inorganic phosphorus compound is added in one or more portions in amounts such that the total phosphorus content per kilogram of polymer solid content of the finished polymer is 2*10?5 to 0.02 mol, and the polymer treated in such a way is placed into a protective-gas filled, sealed packaging form, and also use of these polymers.

Abstract: Techniques or processes for providing markings on fabric articles are disclosed. In one embodiment, the articles may be fabric carrying cases for electronic devices. For example, a fabric carrying case for a particular electronic may include a fabric base layer and a plurality of thick films coupled to the fabric base layer, wherein the plurality of thick films may comprise a top thick film and an underlying thick film. Regions of the top thick film may be selectively etched through, for selectively exposing the underlying thick film. The selectively etched regions may be arranged for marking of textual or graphical indicia on the fabric carrying case for the portable electronic device.

Abstract: Described herein is a molded plastic pressure vessel for biopharmaceutical applications and methods thereof. The molded plastic pressure vessel has a surface area of at least 500 inches2 and comprises a polyphenylene oxide polymer; and at least one antioxidant.

Abstract: Agent for lightening keratin fibers, particularly human hair. The agent for lightening keratin fibers contains at least one cationic phthalimide of formula (I) in addition to an oxidant in a cosmetic carrier.

Abstract: A fast-bonding and long-lasting adhesive composition with a high viscosity for attaching eyelash/hair extension systems to human eyelash/hair, comprising: a cyanoacrylate monomer having a straight alkyl chain length of from 4 to 16 carbon atoms; an organic polymer thickening agent; an inorganic thickening agent; and a bonding accelerator, wherein the inorganic thickening agent does not separate from the composition.

Abstract: The flexible container relating to the present invention comprises a cylindrical member (10) made from flexible film, a bottom plate member (12) which is harder than the flexible film, fitted into the inner side of a first end section of the cylindrical member (10) and fused-bonding airtightly; and a ring member (11) which is harder than the flexible film, fitted into the inner side of a second end section of said cylindrical member (10) and fused-bonding airtightly. According to this flexible container (2), it is possible greatly to reduce the volume of the container after discharging the highly viscous material from the flexible container, and it is possible to achieve small and inexpensive molds having excellent productivity as molding equipment for forming the bottom plate member (12) and the ring member (11), thereby achieving benefits in that the price of the equipment can be reduced significantly.

Abstract: A container includes a body that includes a sidewall and a heel extending from a bottom of the sidewall. The sidewall defines a cavity therein. The sidewall has a sidewall radius, and the heel has a heel radius that is less than the sidewall radius. A base is coupled to the heel. The container is molded from a multi-layer sheet structure including a polypropylene composition that enables the body to be substantially rigid while the base is being punctured by a puncturing device.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising one or more low molecular weight polyethylene glycols (LMW-PEG) and one or more high molecular weight poly ethylene glycols (HMW-PEG), wherein the one or more LMW-PEGs have a molecular weight in a range of 200 to 500 dalton, and wherein the one or more HMW-PEGs have a molecular weight in a range of 8,000 to 45,000 dalton. Such composition can be used as a (friction reducing) shaving lotion or as a condom lubricant.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical formulation for use in a spinal fusion method, comprising a composition for forming a matrix, a kit comprising the composition, a pharmaceutical product obtainable from the pharmaceutical formulation, and an interbody spinal fusion cage containing the pharmaceutical formulation or the pharmaceutical product are described herein. The composition comprises at least a first matrix material precursor component and a second matrix material precursor component that are able to crosslink to form the matrix under appropriate conditions, a bioactive factor that is biologically active for stimulating bone formation between two vertebrae and for effecting or supporting spinal fusion. The bioactive factor is PTH, optionally a PTH fusion peptide. The bioactive factor is releasably incorporated in the matrix upon crosslinking of the matrix material precursor components.

Abstract: Methods and a kit. A cement forming method includes nucleating an acidic metallophosphate reaction mixture with first particles, resulting in forming a settable metallophosphate cement from the acidic metallophosphate reaction mixture. The first particles include a first metal oxide. Each particle of the first particles independently have a particle size in a range from about 15 microns to about 450 microns. A method for applying cement includes seeding a solution with particles, resulting in forming a settable cement from the solution. The particles have a size in a range from about 15 microns to about 450 microns. The solution includes a first metal oxide reacting with phosphate. The settable cement is applied to a substrate. A cement application kit is also described.

Abstract: We describe methods that allow either carbodiimides or other carboxyl-reactive substances to be mixed with solutions of carboxylic acids or phosphates or amines or combinations thereof, so as to form a homogeneous mixture which is then dried, preferably in a freeze drying process. The mixture is then contacted with an entity, which preferably involves the dissolution of the mixture with a buffered solution of the entity, so as to initiate a conjugation reaction between the entity and a component in the mixture.

Abstract: A bottle, container, or beverage glass for containing a hops-based beverage that includes a concentration between 10 ?g/l and 10 mg/l of Riboflavin is at least partially transparent or translucent to visible light, and has an optical filter characteristic preventing or reducing light transmission at the wavelength intervals 220-230 nm, 250-270 nm, 350-370 nm and 440-450 nm to a level preventing generation of more than a tasteable concentration of MBT in the beverage through photochemical reactions and photochemically initiated auto-catalytic reactions involving the Riboflavin. The tasteable concentration is between 1 ng/l and 35 ng/l, preferably between 5 ng/l and 25 ng/l, and more preferably 10 ng/l.

Abstract: A low-profile particulate handling assembly (24) is provided for use in conjunction with a downstream treating device, such as a seed treater unit (22). The assembly (24) includes a plurality of juxtaposed particulate bins (34) and a surmounting turret assembly (36) designed to successively deliver particulates to the bins (34). The particulates within the bins (34) are delivered to the downstream treating device through respective lower outlets (110) each equipped with an adjustable slide gate assembly (112) and a lower, multiple-chute assembly (114). Preferably, each bin (34) has a top wall (50) which in plan configuration approximates a sector of a circle, planar sidewalls (64), and downwardly tapered, arcuate sidewall structure (58) leading to the lower outlet (110); in this fashion, the bins (34) can be grouped with the sidewalls (64) in close adjacency, and with the outlets (110) located to feed into a single inlet (26) of the downstream treating device.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes an implant for improving bone growth including an osteoconductive scaffold and an osteoinductive small molecule. The osteoconductive scaffold can further include a polymeric binder. The implant can also include an osteogenic material to provide a viable cell population to assist the bone repair and remodeling. Also disclosed is a system for forming an implant for improving bone growth, as well as methods for forming the implant according to the disclosure, in addition to methods of therapeutic use of the implant.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a nucleic acid molecule encoding a HIV-1 polypeptide which comprises the nucleic acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 2, SEQ ID NO: 3, or SEQ ID NO: 4. The invention also provides a method of inducing an immune response against HIV-1 in a mammal.

Abstract: A calcium alumninate cement protective coating is resistant to sulfuric acid and can be used as a lining to protect surfaces in sulfur storage vessels and sulfuric acid storage vessels. The protective coating can include calcium aluminate cement, calcium aluminate based synthetic aggregates, and water. The protective coating is resistant to sulfur and sulfuric acid attack, and thus can be used to protect surfaces inside sulfur storage pits, sulfur storage tanks, and sulfuric acid storage containers.