Abstract: What is disclosed are growth hormone secretagogues, and their uses, of the formula wherein R1 is C6H5CH2OCH2—, C6H5 (CH2)3— or indol-3-ylmethyl; Y is pyrrolidin-1-yl, 4-C1-C6 alkylpiperidin-1-yl or NR2R2; R2 are each independently a C1 to C6 alkyl; R3 is 2-napthyl or phenyl para-substituted by W; W is H, F, CF3, C1-C6 alkoxy or phenyl; and R4 is H or CH3, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof.

Abstract: Novel diketoacid compounds of Formula I are provided which are useful as HIV integrase inhibitors and for the treatment of AIDS or ARC.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds of formula I wherein A, B, D, E, G, J, L, X, V are as defined in the specification, and the compounds are useful in the modulation of endogenous growth hormone levels in a mammal.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for the modulation of cardiac function which comprise the administration of certain compounds, as defined herein, having growth hormone secretagogue activity.

Abstract: The striking surface of a golf club is constructed of a fiber reinforced composite insert. The insert is formed of a metal striking surface having at least one layer of backing comprising a ply of fibers in a metal matrix laminated to the back of the striking surface. The insert is secured to the face of the golf club for engagement with the ball.

Abstract: A porous preform is densified by heating while emersed in a precursor liquid. Heating is achieved by passing a current through the preform or by an induction coil immersed in the liquid. Ways to control the densification process are also described.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing a metallized substrate using the island coating method, includes depositing a coating layer containing a radiation curable non-volatile film former. The coated part is then vacuum metallized to form the metal islands of the present invention. A layer of clear resinous protective dielectric topcoat containing a radiation curable non-volatile film former is then deposited to completely cover the layer of metal islands while maintaining the aesthetic properties of the metallizing island coating system at a reduced cost and with minimal variability among parts.

Abstract: A fiber blend for use in friction materials. The fiber contains a blend of a highly fibrillated fiber, such as a fibrillated polyacrylonitrile fiber and a fiber with a high carbon content, such as an oxidized carbon fiber precursor.