Abstract: An aqueous coating composition may include an aqueous carrier liquid; xanthan gum in an amount between about 0.05 wt. % and 0.5 wt. % of the aqueous coating composition; and a secondary rheology agent comprising at least one of a waterborne clay, a hydrophobically modified alkaline swellable emulsion, a hydrophobically enhanced urethane, a polyether polyol, or a hydrophobically modified ethoxylated aminoplast.

Abstract: The invention relates to a scaffold material composition for forming a solid tissue scaffold, the composition comprising a plurality of hollow polymer pellets, each pellet comprising an open hollow extending through the pellet, and wherein the plurality of hollow polymer pellets are capable of interlinking and setting into a solid scaffold. The invention further relates to associated compositions, uses, method of treatment and kits associated with such material.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include lubricious medical device coatings. In an embodiment the invention includes a coating for a medical device including a first layer comprising polyvinylpyrrolidone derivatized with a photoreactive group; and a first cross-linking agent comprising at least two photoreactive groups; a second layer disposed on the first layer comprising polyvinylpyrrolidone derivatized with a photoreactive group; a second cross-linking agent comprising at least two photoreactive groups; and a polymer comprising polyacrylamide, the polymer derivatized with at least one photoreactive group. Other embodiments are included herein.

Abstract: Cationic polymers are provided for delivering anionic active agents, preferably in the form or nanoparticles and other nanostructures. The polymer can be a polycation homopolymer or a copolymer containing a polycation block. The polycations and polycation containing polymers can contain dicarboxylic acid ester units and units of (?-amino acid)-?,?-alkylene diester units. The nanoparticles can contain high loadings of anionic active agents, with sustained release of the active agents. Methods of making the polycations and polycation containing polymers are provided. Methods of making the nanoparticles and formulating them for administration to an individual in need thereof are also provided.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition for improved dyeing of keratin fibers is described. The composition comprises alkoxylated organopolysiloxanes and alkoxylated glyceryl esters and/or optionally alkoxylated alkyl glyceryl ethers. The composition may comprise less than 40 wt % water, or may be anhydrous. The composition may further comprise a direct dye, and may be used for bleaching, lightening, or dyeing of keratin fibers.

Abstract: Reducing fines from an agricultural spray dispensed from a nozzle is provided in the disclosed methods. The agricultural spray comprises water, an agricultural composition such as a pesticide, at least one oil emulsion drift reduction adjuvant, and at least one spontaneous emulsion drift reduction adjuvant. The agricultural spray exhibits fewer fine droplets having a diameter less than about 105 ?m, about 150 ?m, and/or about 210 ?m compared to an agricultural spray neither or only one of the oil emulsion drift reduction adjuvant and the spontaneous emulsion drift reduction adjuvant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a resin composition for an adhesive, being useful as a component of an adhesive having a favorable adhesion property to glass and giving favorable appearance after adhesion. The resin composition for an adhesive contains a polyhydroxyurethane resin. This polyhydroxyurethane resin contains a structural unit formed by polymerizing a compound (A) having at least two five-membered cyclic carbonate structures and a compound (B) having at least two primary amino groups, the polyurethane resin contains a urethane bond, a hydroxy group, and a secondary amino group in the structural unit. Further, this polyhydroxyurethane resin has an amine number of 1 to 50 mgKOH/g and has a hydroxyl number of 10 to 230 mgKOH/g.

Abstract: Mesoporous zirconium metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) having insulin immobilized therein and methods of using the MOFs in insulin delivery are provided. The insulin-loaded metal-organic framework molecules include a porous zirconium metal-organic framework molecule and insulin molecules within pores of the porous zirconium metal-organic framework.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising complexes of cyclodextrins and lipid-modified stem cell proteins. Also disclosed are topical compositions the complexes. Methods of using the compositions for the therapeutic purposes are also disclosed as well as methods of producing the compositions.

Abstract: Dissolvable unit dose film constructs are made by providing a muco-adhesive composition including a muco-adhesive polymer matrix in which the muco-adhesive polymer matrix has a water-soluble polymer, water-dispersible polymer, water-swellable polymer, or combinations thereof and a liquid carrier. The method further includes drying the muco-adhesive composition to remove at least a portion of the liquid carrier, forming a muco-adhesive film substrate, forming a composition for an active layer, the composition including a polymer matrix in which the polymer matrix for the active layer composition includes a water-soluble polymer, water-dispersible polymer, water-swellable polymer, or combinations thereof, an active ingredient and a liquid carrier.

Abstract: Detergent composition (F) for domestic or industrial use including, as thickener, a self-invertible inverse latex including an aqueous phase including: a) a crosslinked anionic polyelectrolyte (P) consisting of: at least one monomer unit derived from 2-methyl-2-[(1 -oxo-2-propenyl)amino]-1-propanesulfonic acid in free acid form or partially or totally salified form; —at least one monomer unit derived from at least one monomer chosen from the elements of the group consisting of acrylamide, N,N-dimethylacrylamide, ethacrylamide, N-isopropylacrylamide, N-tert-butylacrylamide; and at least one monomer unit derived from a polyethylenic crosslinking monomer (AR), b) ethylenediaminedisuccinic acid in trisodium salt form.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wound treatment that includes collagen and a gelatin-reducing agent. Also disclosed is a wound dressing including a substrate, collagen, and a gelatin-reducing agent. The collagen and gelatin-reducing agent may be present in any suitable a weight ratio relative to one another, such as a weight ratio of about 0.25:1 to about 4:1 with respect to one another. Also disclosed is a method for promoting wound healing including administering collagen and a gelatin-reducing agent to a wound in need of treatment.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a skin film forming agent, and provides a skin film forming agent which comprises dimethiconol, hydride dimethicone and a cross-linking component, and thereby provides a skin film forming agent which has no problem of safety, and forms a film with high intensity, and thereby can solve peeling and slipping of the film and effectively improve skin disadvantages, particularly, wrinkles and elasticity.

Abstract: A method of treating a bacterial infection of a subject includes topically administering a topical composition that includes nitrofurantoin combined with a carrier. The topical composition may be administered by contacting a tissue surface of the subject to be treated with the topical composition such as skin or mucosal tissue.

Abstract: The inventive subject matter provides compositions and methods for transiently or permanently treating or managing an injury. Contemplated compositions are polymerizable in situ over short time periods, even in the presence of blood, without undue exothermic heat. Contemplated compositions may further comprise an anesthetic, an antiseptic, an adhesion promoter, and/or a vasoconstrictor.

Abstract: A method for the treatment of a coronavirus disease, including administering to a subject in need thereof of an anti-pathogenic compound, such that the anti-pathogenic compound is derived from an herbal extract.

Abstract: Provided is a molecular assembly (for example, a polymeric micelle nanoparticle) which is capable of efficiently encapsulating a fat-soluble drug. A molecular assembly comprising: an amphiphilic block polymer A1 comprising a hydrophilic block having a sarcosine unit and a hydrophobic block having a lactic acid unit; a hydrophobic polymer A2 having a lactic acid unit; a fatty acid triglyceride; and a fat-soluble drug. Examples of the fat-soluble drug include miriplatin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a drug delivery device adapted for carrying and delivering both hydrophilic and lipophilic drug molecules. The drug delivery device includes a porous body for adsorption of drug molecules, the body including a plurality of microspheres, and a hydrogel forming cross-links connecting the plurality of microspheres.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a polymeric material includes a plurality of hemiaminal units bonded together by a first linkage and a second linkage, wherein the first linkage is thermally stable and resistant to bases and the second linkage is thermally degradable and degradable by a base. In another embodiment, a method of forming nanoporous materials includes forming a polymer network with a chemically removable portion. The chemically removable portion may be polycarbonate polymer that is removable on application of heat or exposure to a base, or a polyhexahydrotriazine (PHT) or polyhemiaminal (PHA) polymer that is removable on exposure to an acid. Removing any portion of the polymer results in formation of nanoscopic pores as polymer chains are decomposed, leaving pores in the polymer matrix.

Abstract: A multilayer medical packaging film includes a first layer and a chlorine dioxide-producing layer. The chlorine dioxide-producing layer includes a polymer composition and a plurality of chlorite ions. The chlorine dioxide-producing layer is substantially free of an energy-activated catalyst and is substantially free of an acid-releasing compound. However, the film is capable of generating chlorine dioxide when exposed to UV light and moisture.

Abstract: A method for preparing a highly elastic biodegradable three-dimensional structure includes (a) mixing poly(lactide-co-?-caprolactone) (PLCL) with at least one biocompatible heat stabilizer that is biocompatible with the PLCL, that is a heat stabilizer for the PLCL, and that is selected from the group consisting of ?-tocopherol, barium-zinc, calcium-zinc, vitamin B, and combinations thereof to provide a solvent-free mixture; and (b) carrying out three-dimensional printing with the solvent-free mixture by heating the mixture at 150-250° C. for 5-20 minutes to provide a heated mixture; and ejecting the heated mixture through a nozzle. The three-dimensional structure maintains mechanical properties even after three-dimensional printing, by adding a biocompatible heat stabilizer to poly(L-lactide-co-?-caprolactone). The three-dimensional structure is useful as a scaffold for tissue engineering.

Abstract: A sealing composite includes a molecular formula as follows:

Abstract: Kits for allowing pharmacist to easily compound medications are provided. The kits include a mixing container, a first active ingredient and an inactive ingredient. It is further provided that methods of mixing compounds. Some kits include coloring agents that aid in the establishment proper mixing. Other kits include colored labels located on the ingredients.

Abstract: Provided is a lubricity-imparting agent that can impart durable lubricity (in particular, lubricity at the time of wetting) to a substrate. It has been found that a lubricity-imparting agent including a copolymer containing a constitutional unit (A) based on 2-methacryloyloxyethyl phosphorylcholine and a constitutional unit (B) based on a photoreactive functional group-containing monomer, or a copolymer containing a constitutional unit (A) based on 2-methacryloyloxyethyl phosphorylcholine, a constitutional unit (B) based on a photoreactive functional group-containing monomer, and a constitutional unit (C) based on a hydrophobic group-containing monomer can impart durable lubricity to a substrate surface through a simple approach called photoirradiation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are chlorine dioxide releasing package label/inserts to be used inside a package or in an outer plastic bag containing several individual packages, the package label/insert containing (a) at least one layer of pectin and citric acid, (b) at least one layer of gelatin and sodium chlorite, (c) optionally at least one barrier layer containing gelatin (without sodium chlorite) between the at least one layer of pectin and citric acid and the at least one layer of gelatin and sodium chlorite, and (d) an adhesive joining said layers, wherein the package label/insert has alternating layers of the at least one layer of pectin and citric acid and the at least one layer of gelatin and sodium chlorite. Also disclosed are methods of killing microorganisms on an item using the package label/insert described herein.

Abstract: Cationic polymers are provided for delivering anionic active agents, preferably in the form or nanoparticles and other nanostructures. The polymer can be a polycation homopolymer or a copolymer containing a polycation block. The polycations and polycation containing polymers can contain dicarboxylic acid ester units and units of (?-amino acid)-?,?-alkylene diester units. The nanoparticles can contain high loadings of anionic active agents, with sustained release of the active agents. Methods of making the polycations and polycation containing polymers are provided. Methods of making the nanoparticles and formulating them for administration to an individual in need thereof are also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a sustained-release composition including a sodium hydrosulfide and a carrier. The carrier is provided for carrying the sodium hydrosulfide with an effective amount and includes a first component and a second component. The first component includes a paraffin wax, and the second component includes a fatty alcohol, a fatty acid or a phospholipid. The present disclosure also provides a method for fabricating the sustained-release composition. The method includes providing a first solution, providing the carrier, providing a second solution, performing an oil-in-water emulsification, and cooling the emulsion. In addition, the present disclosure provides a method for treating the chronic wounds. The method includes administering an effective amount of the aforementioned sustained-release composition to a subject suffered from the chronic wounds.

Abstract: Methods to enable a visual check on the mixing proper pharmaceutical compounding kits. The methods include providing a kit with a colored inactive to be added to the mixture. When the mixture is uniform or resembles a predetermined color, the mixture is assumed to be properly mixed.

Abstract: Cationic polymers are provided for delivering anionic active agents, preferably in the form or nanoparticles and other nanostructures. The polymer can be a polycation homopolymer or a copolymer containing a polycation block. The polycations and polycation containing polymers can contain dicarboxylic acid ester units and units of (a-amino acid)-?, ?-alkylene diester units. The nanoparticles can contain high loadings of anionic active agents, with sustained release of the active agents. Methods of making the polycations and polycation containing polymers are provided. Methods of making the nanoparticles and formulating them for administration to an individual in need thereof are also provided.

Abstract: The subject of the present invention is a cosmetic composition of oil-in-water type comprising: (1) hydrophobic silica aerogel particles having a specific surface area per unit of mass (SM) ranging from 500 to 1500 m2/g and a size, expressed as volume-average diameter (D[0.5]), ranging from 1 to 1500 ?m ; (2) at least one gemini surfactant of formula (I): in which R1 and R3 denote, independently of one another, an alkyl radical containing from 1 to 25 carbon atoms; R2 denotes a spacer consisting of a linear or branched alkylene chain containing from 1 to 12 carbon atoms; X and Y denote, independently of one another, a —(C2H4O)a—(C3H6O)bZ group; n ranges from 1 to 10 ; and (3) at least one fatty phase comprising at least one fatty substance chosen from solid fatty substances and pasty fatty substances.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a crosslinked or non-crosslinked polymer particle, wherein the crosslinked polymer particle comprises a copolymer of poly(alklyene glycol-graft-lactate) that is crosslinked by at least one hydrolysable monomer. Another embodiment of the present invention is a polymer particle comprising a crosslinked polymer particle that is a product of starting materials comprising (a) a hydrophilic monomer, (b) a hydrophobic monomer, and (c) a hydrolysable crosslinking agent. Another embodiment of the present invention is a polymer particle comprising, a crosslinked copolymer comprises structures represented by Formulas (I), (II), and (III), where Formulas (I), (II) and (III) are defined in the specification. Yet other embodiments of the present invention include a method of preparing a methacrylate terminated macromonomer, a method of preparing a crosslinking agent, and a method of preparing a therapeutic agent loaded nanosphere by dispersion polymerization.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel polymer dispersants in the form of comb polymers P and to a liquid composition containing solid fine particles, such as organic or inorganic pigments and fillers, and the polymer dispersants. The comb polymer P having at least 0.5 mol-%, e.g. 0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polymers, especially polymers useful as hydrogels, and to use of hydrogels for repair or restoration of tissue. In particular, the polymers and hydrogels of the present invention can be used for the repair or restoration of cartilage, especially articular cartilage. The polymers comprise at least a monomer for binding water, a monomer for imparting mechanical properties and a monomer for binding to an extracellular protein. The hydrogels comprise a polymer comprising at least a monomer for binding water and a monomer for binding to an extracellular protein. Crosslinking polymers by binding of said extra-cellular matrix protein forms hydrogels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system, applications thereof and a process for the production of the antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system. The present invention provides a storage-stable antimicrobial and immunostimulatory system comprising an oxidoreductase enzyme, a substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme and hydrogen peroxide in an aqueous solution wherein the substrate for the oxidoreductase enzyme is present up to 90% by weight and water is present up to 20% by weight based on the weight of the total composition; the system has a pH from approximately 4 to 8; and the system provides a two-stage hydrogen peroxide release.

Abstract: A method for the manufacture of biodegradable membranes for preventing adhesion formation followed open heart surgery is described herein. The manufacturing of biodegradable membranes is based on polymeric composition, comprised of copolymer of polyhydroxybutyrate/hydroxyvalerate (PHBV), poly (D, L-lactide) in the ratio of the dried powders of 3:1, the resulting mixture is dissolved in chloroform to a concentration of 6-9% followed by thorough mixing for 2 hours and heating up to 35° C. The membrane is produced by electrostatic spinning (electrospinning), wherein biologically active substances from fibrinolytic agents or direct anticoagulants are embedded in the structure of the fiber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of new class of linear and multiarmed hydrolysable linkers and cross linkers for use in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers such as, polyesters, polyurethanes, polyamides, polyureas and degradable epoxy amine resin. The linear and multiarmed hydrolysable linkers of the present invention include symmetrical and/or unsymmetrical ether carboxylic acids, amines, amide diols, amine polyols and isocyanates.

Abstract: A self-reversible reverse latex, and its use as a thickener. The self-reversible reverse latex includes: 50%-70 of a cross-linked polyelectrolyte obtained by the polymerization of a monomer of formula (I), with R1 being 8 to 20 carbon atoms and 1?n?30 for a neutral monomer, and a monomer having an acid function; 4%-10% of a water-in-oil emulsifier; 1%-10% of an oil-in-water emulsifier including a surface-active composition (C); 15%-45% oil; and 0%-5% water. Composition (C) is 10%-50% composition (CII) and 50%-90% composition(CIII). Composition(CII) is 60%-100% of a composition of formula (II), with R2 being a 12 carbon alkyl, T1, T2, and T3 being H or a (—CH2—CH2—O—)mi—H radical with 0?mi?10 and 0<?mi?10. Composition (CIII) is 60%-100% of a compound of formula (III) or mixtures of (III) and (IV), with R2 being as defined previously.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for targeted controlled drug release. The compositions and methods can be used for treating or imaging vascular stenosis, stenotic lesions, occluded lumens, embolic phenomena, thrombotic disorders and internal hemorrhage.

Abstract: A composition suitable for use in a transdermal delivery patch for administration of a biologically active compound, the composition comprising a phosphate compound of tocopherol and a polymer carrier.

Abstract: A polymeric composition capable of releasing nitric oxide and modulating biological responses comprises a biocompatible polymer and S-nitrosated thiol bonded to the biocompatible polymer. The polymeric composition can have a thiol conversion of at least 40%. The polymeric composition can also have a nitric oxide recovery of at least 40% when under thermal decomposition conditions.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to anti-microbial formulations and methods of their use and production. The formulations of the present invention are effective as broad spectrum anti-bacterial agents with efficacy against both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, as anti-viral agents with efficacy against both enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, and as anti-fungal agents with efficacy against both vegetative and spore forms of microorganisms and against biofilms. The present invention includes anti-microbial compositions that have at least one surfactant, at least one acid, at least one peroxide (preferably hydrogen peroxide), peracetic acid, and water. The anti-microbial Formulations of the present invention may additionally contain an organic salt. The organic salt may be a salt of the same acid that is used in the Formulation or a salt of a different acid. Methods for production and use of the inventive compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for treating and preventing ocular conditions by administering an compound to the vitreous chamber of a patient at risk of, or suffering from, the ocular condition.

Abstract: A macroparticle pigment powder and methods of making the same. The macroparticle pigment powder comprises a plurality of macroparticle particles. The macroparticles are comprised of a matrix material that include pigment particles. In some embodiments the matrix material is polymeric in nature and selected from the group consisting of a natural latex, acrylics, polyacrylate, polymethacrylate, polyurethane, polyvinyl acetate, styrene-butadiene rubber, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene copolymer, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The invention mainly relates to a method for manufacturing a polypeptide of formula: X1—X?—X2??(III) X1 and X2 each representing a peptide fragment, and X? representing an amino acid residue comprising a thiol function, said method comprising at least one step of ligation reaction between a polypeptide of formula: X1—N(CH2CH2SH)2??(I) and a polypeptide of formula: H—X?—X2.??(II) The invention also relates to the polypeptides of formula (I) themselves and the method for obtaining them, as well as resin supports suitable for obtaining them.

Abstract: Compositions of P4HB with high purity have been developed. The compositions are prepared by washing P4HB biomass prior to solvent extraction, and precipitating P4HB from solution. The same solvent is preferably used to wash the P4HB biomass, and as a non-solvent to precipitate the polymer from a P4HB solvent solution. The highly pure P4HB compositions are suitable for preparing implants. The implants may be used for the repair of soft and hard tissues.

Abstract: A flushing solution is described which is suitable for use in surgical, in particular ophthalmological, operations and which contains a non-Newtonian fluid. The use of such a flushing solution is also described. The flushing solution can be used as an intraoperative instrument, particularly as an instrument for manipulating intraocular structures such as retina.

Abstract: A system and method for delivering a payload to ocular tissue includes a solution of light-degradable nanoparticles encapsulating the payload. The solution may be introduced to the ocular tissue by way of injection or through a contact lens into which the solution is embedded. A light source delivers a beam of light to the ocular tissue at the location where the solution was introduced to initiate breakdown of the particles, releasing the payload. The light source may be a laser, LED, LCD or arc lamp emitting in the ultraviolet light range.

Abstract: Compositions of P4HB (poly-4-hydroxybutyrate) and copolymers thereof, have been developed for pultrusion, as well as processes to produce profiles from these compositions by pultrusion. These pultrusion processes provide profiles without causing structural damage to the surface of the profile. The profiles may be used in medical applications. These compositions include P4HB, and copolymers thereof, having intrinsic viscosities less than 3.2 dl/g but greater than 0.8 dl/g. The profile may be formed using conditions such as: pull rate of 0.1 to 100 mm/min, die temperature of up to 95° C., rod stock temperature up to 95° C., draw ratio of up to 100×, pulling force of greater than 10 MPa, and clamping pressure at least 10% higher than the pulling force. Preferably, the profile is formed by pulling the rod stock through a series of dies placed at intervals with the hole sizes decreasing in diameter by 0.1 to 10 mm.

Abstract: One of the purposes of the present invention is to provide an aqueous dispersion of silicone elastomer particles to provide a stable emulsion and the silicone elastomer particle, wherein a polyoxyethylene alkyl ether which has an alkyl group having a large number of carbon atoms is used as a surfactant. Further, another purpose is to provide a cosmetic comprising said aqueous dispersion or said silicone elastomer particles and giving a good feeling in the use. The present invention provides an aqueous dispersion comprising (A) silicone elastomer particles having a 90% volume cumulative diameter (D90) of 0.3 to 20 ?m in an amount of 5 to 80 mass %, based on a total mass of the aqueous dispersion, (B) at least one polyoxyethylene alkyl ether having an alkyl group having 18 carbon atoms in an amount of 0.01 to 15 mass %, based on a total mass of the aqueous dispersion, wherein a hydrophile-lipophile balance (HLB) of the polyoxyethylene alkyl ether is 12.8 to 15.

Abstract: A metal-organic compound containing polymer matrix includes a polymer and a three-dimensional metal-organic framework includes a polydentate organic linker. The metal-organic compound containing polymer matrix is configured to continuously produce nitric oxide when exposed to a physiological fluid including a nitric oxide-releasing compound via a catalytic reaction catalyzed by the three-dimensional metal-organic framework.