Abstract: Iron oxide-silicon dioxide-titanium dioxide mixed oxide is produced by burning vapourable compounds of iron, silicon and titanium together in a hydrogen/oxygen flame. The mixed oxides may be used as UV absorbers in cosmetics.

Abstract: A method for luring animals, repelling animals and training animals and a product used therewith comprising microporous beads having animal attractant scents, animal repellant scents and animal training scents, respectively, imbibed within the beads. The beads with the animal attractant scents are configured to release the animal attractant scents in order to attract a predetermined animal. Likewise, the beads with the animal repellant scents are configured to release the animal repellant scents in order to repel a predetermined animal. Similarly, the beads with the animal training scents are placed onto a predetermined location and a predetermined animal is trained to perform a predetermined sequence using the beads.

Abstract: A safe and effective composition that can be taken orally to restore proper balance in pH and trace mineral levels to an individual who exhibits a need for such adjustment. In one embodiment it may be used topically to promote healing of skin lesions and sores. It contains mineral salts and catalyst-altered water in an aqueous solution and may also contain ethanol.

Abstract: This invention relates, generally, to nutritional supplements which contain bioactive glass. These supplements are useful in both veterinary and human contexts. The compositions of the subject invention can be used to achieve a number of advantageous results including: enhancing the growth rates of young animals, osteogenic stimulation, strengthening the skeletal structure, and treating osteoporosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a liquid silicate carbonate antiseptic agent. According to the present invention, the liquid silicate carbonate antiseptic agent is prepared by the process which comprises a step of dissolving 80-120 g of a silicate in 1 l of purified hot water at 70-90° C. until the silicate is completely ionized; a step of homogeneously emulsifying the mixture by adding 8-15 g of a emulsifier; and a step of stabilizing the resulting mixture by adding sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) and potassium carbonate (K2CO3) as carbonates in an amount of 45-80 g, respectively, and stirring the mixture.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antimicrobial agent consisting of glass which comprises 50 to 60 mole % of ZnO, 20 to 30 mole % of at least one member selected from the group consisting of B2O3 and P2O5, 1 to 10 mole % of at least one member selected from the group consisting of Al2O3 and ZrO2, 5 to 10 mole % of an alkali metal oxide and 0 to 15 mole % of SiO2 and an antimicrobial agent consisting of glass which comprises 50 to 70 mole % of ZnO, 20 to 35 mole % of P2O5, 0.5 to 10 mole % of Al2O3, 0.5 to 10 mole % of SnO2, 0 to 5 mole % of SiO2 and 5 to 10 mole % of an alkali metal oxide as well as an antimicrobial resin composition and antimicrobial artificial marble, each of which comprises a resin and the antimicrobial agent blended therewith. The antimicrobial resin composition and the antimicrobial artificial marble are excellent in their antimicrobial properties, resistance to color change and water resistance.

Abstract: A dietary supplement for benefitting human bone health includes a calcium source, a source of vitamin D activity, and an osteoblast stimulant. A preferred calcium source is microcrystalline hydroxyapatite, which also contains protein (mostly collagen), phosphorus, fat, and other minerals. A preferred source of vitamin D activity is cholecalciferol, and a preferred osteoblast stimulant is ipriflavone. In addition to these basic ingredients, the composition can further include various other minerals known to occur in bone, vitamin C, and glucosamine sulfate, all of which exert beneficial effects on growth and maintenance of healthy bone. A method for benefitting human bone health involves administering a daily regimen of the dietary supplement.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for treating inflammatory symptoms such as burning, redness, itching, swelling and pain which accompany skin disorders other than wounds of the skin. The method comprising topical application of a topical medicinal composition comprising a non-interlinked, particulate bioactive glass mixed with a topical medicinal carrier to the site of the skin disorder.

Abstract: Pyrogenically prepared silica doped with silver or silver oxide is prepared by feeding an aerosol into a flame such as is used for the preparation of pyrogenic silica, mixing the aerosol homogeneously with gas mixture before the reaction, then allowing the aerosol/gas mixture to react in a flame. The resulting pyrogenic silicas doped with silver or silver oxide are separated from the gas stream. The pyrogenic silica doped with silver or silver oxide by means of an aerosol can be used as a bactericidal filler.

Abstract: An amorphous silica having an RDA value of between 40 and 70, an oil absorption capacity of between 90 and 145 cc/100 g and a moisture loss of less than 7% w/w, can be incorporated at a 10% to 25% loading into a transparent toothpaste having a refractive index of below 1.445, this toothpaste having an RDA value of less than 60.

Abstract: A hair growth formulation. The two basic main ingredients are castor oil and a special lemon extract. The special lemon extract is made from fresh lemon peel. The peel, including the bioflavonoids membrane, is blended with purified water until it is liquidified. Then the mixture is filtered through a sanitized cloth. Other ingredients that have been found helpful include: inositol, choline (from bitartate), niacinamide or nicotinic acid, manganese in chelated form, bioflavonoids, and folic acid. Finally perfume and sodium benzoate (as a preservative) can be added.

Abstract: A deodorant and antimicrobial dispersion is formed of a deodorant and antimicrobial component, a binder resin and an aqueous or oily liquid medium. The deodorant and antimicrobial component comprises an oxide or hydroxide of an alkaline earth metal, hydrated silica, and a cationic surfactant.

Abstract: A solid pesticidal composition containing acephate is stabilized by adding thereto at least one stabilizer selected from the group consisting of boron oxide, metaboric acid, aluminum oxide and the calcined product of synthetic silicon dioxide.

Abstract: The compound curcumin, derived from turmeric, inhibits phosphorylase kinase and, by doing so, exhibits a number of physiological effects related to the control of inflammation and cellular proliferation. However, curcumin is effective only when in solution. Curcumin is almost completely insoluble in water or in oils, but is soluble in alcohols. Accordingly, a method for treating inflammation in a mammal comprising administering curcumin in a solution containing at least one alcohol to a mammal to detectably inhibit the activity of phosphorylase kinase in the blood of the mammal or in a tissue of the mammal. The alcohol is preferably ethanol, 1-propanol, or 2-propanol; most preferably, it is ethanol. Instead of curcumin, a curcumin derivative or curcuminoid can be administered.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of inorganic aerogels as an auxiliary and/or excipient for pharmaceutical active compounds and/or preparations.

Abstract: This invention relates to disinfectant concentrates having improved biocidal activity containing an aldehyde, such as glutaraldehyde, a glycol and a lithium based buffer.

Abstract: The invention disclosed here is a method for making an insecticidal soil amendment from brewery diatomite. The invention involves mixing diatomaceous earth or “diatomite” which had a prior use as a filtering agent in a brewery with raw, finely ground, tree bark. The mixture is composted together for a certain period of time. The composting process removes organic particulates from the brewery diatomite, which were present as a result of its use as a filtering agent, and regenerates the insecticidal properties of the fossilized diatoms making up the diatomite. At the same time, the decaying organics provide composting nutrients for the tree bark making it better suited for use as a soil amendment.

Abstract: Suspensions, emulsions or dispersions of therapeutically active agents which are water insoluble or water intolerant such as nutritional supplements, herbal products, drugs, bacteria, yeast, vitamins and minerals are prepared as suspensions in edible vegetable oils such as orange, lemon, soybean, cotton seed, peanut, canola corn oil, sunflower, safflower, palm kernel, palm and coconut. The active therapeutic agent may be in crystalline or amorphous form, it may be a liquid as for example an oil such as vitamin E or beta carotene, or a preparation of a comminuted plant structure such as flower, parts, leaf, stem, root or tree bark, or an extract of a dried plant structure, or a freeze dried preparation of a vital bacteria or yeast. The suspension is formed by active mixing of the active agent and oil.

Abstract: An inorganic antimicrobial composition has the formula AB2O4, wherein A and B are low temperature far infrared irradiating metals, A is Mg, Zn, Mn, Ni, Co, or Fe(II), B is Al, Cr(III), Mn(III) or Fe(III), and O is oxygen. An antimicrobial article is made by coating said composition on a porous honeycomb-shaped substrate. An organic antimicrobial article is made from a quarternary ammonium salt coated on a porous honeycomb-shaped substrate. Processes of making the antimicrobial articles are provided.

Abstract: Conditioning of the surface of silica-based glass or ceramic by differential immersion in a serum protein-containing solution, and the resultant microporous Ca—P surface layer having serum-protein like organic molecules, as defined herein intermingled throughout, is described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic cleansing and skin care preparation which is particularly suitable for extremely greasy pubertal skin and exhibits very good sebostatic effectiveness. The preparation contains 0.25-5 wt. % of a combination comprising 5-40 wt. % of an alga laminaria saccharina extract; 10-60 wt. % of lilium candidum root extract; 10-50 wt. % glycyrrehetinic acid as a natural extract of glycyrrhiza glabra. The preparation also contains 99.75 to 95 wt. % cosmetic auxiliary agents and carriers, optionally mixed with additional active substances.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions which are highly effective rodenticides. The compositions include a plurality of glass whiskers which rodents are naturally attracted to for purposes of nest building, or are otherwise induced to pick up in their mouths. Upon biting the whiskers for either transport or eating, the rodents oral mucosa becomes irritated, often to the extent that the rodents are unable to subsequently eat without excruciating pain. Hence, the rodents death by starvation is inevitable.

Abstract: A light reflecting fish attractant comprised of mica flakes is provided. The mica flakes are cast into the water where they slowly sink to the bottom. During their descent, they cascade wildly with the eddies and currents of the water. The light which filters down into the water is reflected off the mica, causing a glittering or flashing. This reflected light attracts fish into the area. The mica flakes are chosen to be sized in the range of 0.001 inch to about 3.0 inch in length, in the range of 0.001 inch to about 3 inch in width and about any size larger than 0.001 inch in thickness. This size range permits the mica flakes to approximate the common sizes of fish scales. The mica flakes giving the appearance of fish scales attracts predator fish to the area where the mica flakes are introduced. After introducing the mica flakes to the water, the sportsman would introduce the fishing line to the area where the flakes have been placed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to animal scent attractants. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition of matter for amplifying and preserving animal scents. Fox urine, coyote urine, deer urine, elk urine, moose urine, bear urine, rabbit urine, fish oils, and sheep manure are examples of substances which can be used with the present invention.

Abstract: There is provided a method of adhering dye to a silica. The method comprises providing a silica slurry which includes a plurality of silica particles, depositing alum in the pores of the silica particles, reacting a base with the alum to convert the alum into aluminum hydroxide resulting in treated silica particles. The treated silica particles are then filtered and washed. Thereafter, a dye is mixed with the treated silica particles. The resultant dyed silica product is resistant to dye migration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for treating spots and other symptoms of acne and related skins disorders in mammals, which comprises applying to the affected area of the skin of the mammal a non-aqueous composition comprising a dermatologically effective amount of a particulate silica, silica hydrate or precursor thereof. The invention also provides compositions for topical application to the skin which comprise particulate silica, silica hydrate or a precursor thereof in a non-aquous carrier medium.

Abstract: The improved method uses N-acetylmuramyl-L-alanyl-D-isoglutamine (MDP) or N-acetylglucosaminyl-N-acetyl-muramyl-L-alanyl-D-isoglutamine (GMDP) in low dose ranges in a combination with zinc-L-proline complex and with immunostimulating lipid in doses which synergistically potentiate the effect of each single component whereby the zinc-L-proline complex contains an excess of L-proline or 5-oxo-L-proline which serves as a solubilizer and dispersing agent for the lipid component.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of using recovered drywall to achieve an effect in an animal habitat. The method includes applying an amount of recovered drywall to surfaces of the habitat, the effect achieved being reduction or control of bacterial count, fly population, odor or combinations thereof.

Abstract: Provided are a far-infrared radiation material and a medicine and a food derived therefrom. The far-infrared radiation material is obtained by steps comprising pulverizing a stone (SGES) having been absorbing solar energy for a geologically long time, emitting far-infrared radiation of the wavelength 4-14 .mu.m and comprising at least about 28% of Si, about 10% of Al, about 6% of K and about 4% of Fe, and forming the pulverized stone into spheres. This material can be used as sand for a sand bath. Also ultrafine powder obtained by pulverizing the SGES and grinding the pulverized SGES can be used as a medicine or a food.

Abstract: A non-toxic antifouling coating composition comprising (a) about from 5 to 95 parts by weight as the resin solid content of a room temperature-curable silicone rubber having a number-average molecular weight of about from 20,000 to 100,000, (b) about from 5 to 95 parts by weight as the resin solid content of a room temperature-curable silicone rubber having a number-average molecular weight of about from 500 to 20,000, (c) silicone oil in an amount of about from 20 to 200 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the total solids of the rubbers (a) and (b), and (d) hydrophobic fumed silica in an amount of about from 5 to 30 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the total solids of the rubbers (a) and (b), provides a non-toxic antifouling coating composition which is capable for forming a coating film having highly improved antifouling properties and antifouling durability for a long period of time.

Abstract: A preparation comprising ortho silicic acid which is stabilized with a stabilizing agent and is substantially free of organic silicon compounds, preferably a nitrogen-containing stabilizing agent such as choline, to a method for preparing such a preparation, comprising: i) providing a solution containing a stabilizing agent; ii) dissolving an inorganic silicon compound in the solution containing the stabilizing agent; and iii) hydrolyzing the silicon compound to ortho silicic acid, and to the obtained biological preparation.

Abstract: Carriers comprising silica-based glass providing for the controlled release of biologically active molecules, their methods of preparation, and methods of use are disclosed. The carriers are prepared using a sol-gel-derived process. Biologically active molecules are incorporated within the matrix of the glass during production.

Abstract: Carriers comprising silica-based glass providing for the controlled release of biologically active molecules, their methods of preparation, and methods of use are disclosed. The carriers are prepared using a sol-gel-derived process. Biologically active molecules are incorporated within the matrix of the glass during production.

Abstract: Carriers comprising silica-based glass providing for the controlled release of biologically active molecules, their methods of preparation, and methods of use are disclosed. The carriers are prepared using a sol-gel-derived process. Biologically active molecules are incorporated within the matrix of the glass during production.

Abstract: A biocidal material comprises a biocide immobilized in a porous inorganic polymer network such as a sol-gel matrix. The polymer may be coated on an inorganic support. The material can be used for inhibiting microbial growth in an aqueous medium, e.g., the wash solution of a photoprocessing system. The material can be housed in a flow-through container.

Abstract: Spherical SiO.sub.2 particles with a size of from 5 to 500 nm coated at individual points with TiO.sub.2, Fe.sub.2 O.sub.3 or ZrO.sub.2 particles with a size of less than 60 nm. The coated SiO.sub.2 particles can be aftercoated with silanes or further metal oxides. The products obtained are used for pigmenting paints, printing inks, plastics and coatings or as sunscreen agents.

Abstract: A method for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and noncardiovascular inflammatory diseases that are mediated by VCAM-1 is provided that includes the removal, decrease in the concentration of, or prevention of the formation of oxidized polyunsaturated fatty acids, or interferes with a complex formed between a polyunsaturated fatty acid or an oxidized polyunsaturated fatty acid and a protein or peptide that mediates the expression of VCAM-1. A method is also provided for suppressing the expression of a redox-sensitive gene or activating a gene that is suppressed through a redox-sensitive pathway, that includes administering an effective amount of a substance that prevents the oxidation of the oxidized signal, and typically, the oxidation of a polyunsaturated fatty acid, or interferes with a complex formed between the oxidized signal and a protein or peptide that mediates the expression of the redox gene.

Abstract: Methods for increasing the biocompatibility of silica-based glass having a concentration of silicon greater than 55%, compositions resulting therefrom, and methods for expeditious formation of calcium-phosphate films on sol-gel derived, silica-based bioactive glass are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides insect control compositions comprising aqueous dispersions of a hydrophobic substance and a hydrophilic substance. The hydrophobic substance is insecticidal or insect-deterring and can be silicon dioxide. The hydrophilic component increases the physico-chemical stability of the dispersion and modifies the textural, visual and/or olfactory characteristics of surfaces to which the compositions are applied; it can be a powdered or finely-divided organic or inorganic substance. The compositions can be applied to plant surfaces by spraying.

Abstract: The compound, in use, is sprinkled over the excrement for treatment to neutralize and eliminate the odour, spores, fungi, bacteria and microorganisms therein, and presents a first subcompound in powder comprising a mixture of diatoms (often referred to as infusorial earth), a calcium-based substance and a sulphur-based substance.

Abstract: The improved method uses N-acetylmuramyl-L-alanyl-D-isoglutamine (MDP) or N-acetylglucosaminyl-N-acetyl-muramyl-L-alanyl-D-isoglutamine (GMDP) in low dose ranges in a combination with zinc-L-proline complex and with immunostimulating lipid in doses which synergistically potentiate the effect of each single component whereby the zinc-L-proline complex contains an excess of L-proline or 5-oxo-L-proline which serves as a solubiliser and dispersing agent for the lipid component.

Abstract: An insecticidal dust composition comprising an effective amount of diatomaceous earth (DE) in combination with an effective amount of silica selected from the group consisting of precipitated silica and aerogel silica, the DE and silica mixed in different proportions by weight depending on the type of DE, and may preferably be about 95% to 65% DE to about 5% to 35% silica.

Abstract: Disclosed is a substantially pure antibody which specifically binds a LCF polypeptide and methods of using such antibodies.

Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant gel-solid sticks which comprise particulate antiperspirant active; a solid non-polymeric gellant that is substantially free of dibenzylidene alditol, inorganic thickening agents, organic polymeric gellants, amides and esters of N-acyl amino acid, or combinations thereof; an anhydrous liquid carrier that is substantially free of polar, water-immiscible, organic solvents, wherein the composition has a visible residue index of from about 11 to about 30 L-value, a product hardness of from about 500 to about 5,000 gram force, a rheology profile defined by a ratio of an elastic modulus (G') to a viscous modulus (G") of from about 0.1 to about 100. The refractive indices of the particulate antiperspirant active, the solid non-polymeric gellant, and the anhydrous liquid carrier are not matched. The compositions preferably comprise crystalline gellant particles having an average particle size of less than about 1 .mu.

Abstract: The present invention comprises compositions and articles such as catamenials, diapers, pantiliners, adult incontinence garments, and underarm shields which minimize odor caused by body fluids and which provide a pleasant scent signal to indicate that the odor is being removed. This scent signal, provided by cyclodextrin/perfume inclusion complexes and/or matrix perfume microcapsules, assures the wearer that the product is working.

Abstract: A batch process for increasing the calcium content of a water solution comprises the placement of a tin catalyst, a glass fibrous material, and water into a sealed tank and the application of heat to the tank for predetermined time intervals at progressively decreasing temperatures. The resulting solution is then extracted from the tank, wherein the solution has between 200 ppm and 500 ppm concentration of calcium.

Abstract: The invention is directed to Dead Sea mud for restoration of hair growth and retardation of hair loss for those suffering from alopecia and a hair therapy method of topically applying to the scalp of a human or other mammal scalp an effective amount of the Dead Sea mud. Dramatic results in overall hair therapy have been obtained by those individuals that have practiced the present method for a relatively short period of time.

Abstract: The effectiveness and/or hydrating ability of body care compositions, such as moisturizers, skin creams, body lotions, shampoo, hair conditioner, styling gel, styling mist, hair dye, bath additives, pedicure and manicure products, facial cleanser, facial mist, suntan lotions, and sunscreen lotions, are enhanced by the addition thereto of an aqueous suspension containing small concentrations of colloidal silica. The colloidal silica particles are charged and of a size between about 10 angstroms and 100 angstroms. An aqueous solution of colloidal silica particles is prepared by circulating the solution through a magnetic field so that the particles cut the field flux lines and build up a net negative charge thereon. It is preferred that the solution be passed through a magnetic void after passing through a magnetic field to allow the particles to configure themselves without the influence of external magnetic fields.

Abstract: An antibacterial composition having a heat-resistant property sufficient for avoiding its decomposition or discoloration at the resin molding temperature comprises; a silver thiosulfate complex salt carried on silica gel particles having an equilibrium water content of 10% or smaller, wherein at least part of the surface of the silica gel particles carrying said silver thiosulfate complex salt is covered with a coating layer composed of silicon dioxide formed by means of hydrolysis of an alkoxysilane.

Abstract: A defoaming or antifoaming composition comprises a free flowing granular combinate of 50 to 90 weight percent of a water soluble carbohydrate-based agglomerate selected from the group consisting of maltodextrin agglomerates, maltodextrin/dextrose co-agglomerates, dextrose agglomerates, maltodextrin/sucrose co-agglomerates, maltodextrin/fructose co-agglomerates, sucrose agglomerates, fructose agglomerates, mannitol agglomerates, sorbitol agglomerates, agglomerates of hydrolyzed cereal solids, and agglomerates of corn syrup solids and about 10 to 50 weight percent of a liquid, nonaqueous, defoaming or antifoaming composition such as simethicone, hydrocarbon-based oils or silicone oils. The composition may be combined with one or more suitable excipients and prepared as a unit dosage in the form of a compressed tablet, filled capsule, packet, or granule for various defoaming applications.