Abstract: An apparatus, method and data structure for procuring, analyzing, and communicating dietary information, particularly information regarding the research, evaluation and selection of dietary products. The system provides a comprehensive combination of dietary information in a format that facilitates analysis, decision-making, and procurement of various dietary products based on factors, including an individual's medical nutritional needs, current medication(s), cooking skills, budgeted food expense, food preferences, food allergies, life stage, and lifestyle.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for the photocatalytic conversion of contaminants in a fluid stream. Fluid is directed through a semitransparent packed bed or an open cell, three dimensionally reticulated, fluid permeable, semiconductor unit. Within the unit, a semiconductor, when exposed to a photoactivating light source, converts the contaminants through a photocatalytic reaction. Both the substrate and the semiconductor photocatalyst are semitransparent to the activating light to allow penetration of light into the unit, thereby distributing the light, increasing the active specific surface area, and improving the net conversion performance of the unit.

Abstract: Compositions and kits containing a first chemotherapeutic agent that includes arglabin or a derivative thereof and a second chemotherapeutic agent are described. The compositions and kits are effective for treating cancer in a human patient. Methods for suppressing tumor growth in a human and for reducing the immunodepressive effects of chemotherapeutic agents are also described.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions containing arglabin and arglabin derivatives are described. The compositions can be in unit dosage form and are useful for the treatment of cancer in humans.

Abstract: Substantially pure preparations of phosphosesquiterpenes are described. The compounds inhibit farnesyl-protein transferase activity and are useful for the treatment of cancer. Methods for inhibiting farnesyl-protein transferase activity are also described.

Abstract: The invention provides a device and process for recellularizing essentially acellular or devitalized tissue grafts, including for example essentially acellular or devitalized vascular tissue grafts, derived from human or animal sources, or as constructed using any number of tissue engineering methodologies. The process includes repopulating and reendothelializing an essentially acellular or devitalized tissue graft. The device is useful for producing a repopulated tissue graft from an essentially acellular or devitalized tissue, as well as for producing an essentially acellular or devitalized tissue graft.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of marine invertebrate type V telopeptide containing collagen preparations from marine invertebrates, compositions containing preparations, and methods of using these preparations. The collagen preparation includes telopeptide containing and optionally invertebrate atelopeptide containing, type V fibrillar collagen. The present collagen preparations may be employed in a variety of products including for example, cosmetic, pharmacological, dental, and cell culture products.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting fluid conveying devices and for maintaining the temperature of material contained therein. The apparatus includes a cover that encloses a fluid conveying device and a drain channel that may be removable and is supportable upon a surface, fabricated support, or the cover itself. A rod may be adapted to releasably maintain the cover in place. Heating elements may be included within the drain channel or enclosure to maintain the temperature of the material and the fluid conveying devices surrounding the material above a predetermined setpoint. The drain channel may employ a suitable valve or valves to facilitate the removal of discharged material from the enclosure. Adjustable forms are included that support the drain channel and provide the perimeter for a concrete slab.

Abstract: An apparatus, method and data structure for communicating business information, including outsourcing information. Contractor provide information regarding their products and services into the system. Outsourcing companies search a database containing contractor information to determine which contractor meet a particular search criteria. Selected contractors receive project information and, optionally, a bid template. Bid information is supplied to the database operator. The operator prepares a table of bid information that is sent to the outsourcing companies for review. Evaluation information relating to contractors and outsourcing companies is obtained from both outsourcing companies and contractors and stored on a database.

Abstract: An apparatus for maintaining the temperature of material contained in fluid conveying devices. The apparatus may include an enclosure having an improved door, mounting bracket, locking mechanism, heating device and a secure structure for accessing the upper portion of the enclosure. An alignment guide and integral tabs are also disclosed which facilitate assembly of the enclosure. A shield-support-bottom enclosure, which allows greater access for maintenance, is disclosed.

Abstract: Substantially pure preparations of phosphosesquiterpenes are described. The compounds inhibit farnesyl-protein transferase activity and are useful for the treatment of cancer. Methods for inhibiting farnesyl-protein transferase activity are also described.

Abstract: Substantially pure preparations of phosphosesquiterpenes are described. The compounds inhibit farnesyl-protein transferase activity and are useful for the treatment of cancer. Methods for inhibiting fanesyl-protein transferase activity are also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mobile grill, more particularly a horizontal grill. The grill is fed by a power supply, preferably a liquid gas tank, situated on the rear side of the grill. In order to prevent injuries to the operator or persons in his or her surrounding area, safety devices are provided which cut off the gas supply in an case of emergency. The grill can be handled and carried by a single person.

Abstract: The invention provides various derivatives of arglabin, a sesquiterpene lactone isolated from Artemisia glabella. These compounds are effective for suppressing tumor growth in mammals. A method of suppressing tumor growth in humans is also described.