Abstract: A complex of Ag, Zn, Cu, Pt, Au, oxides, hydroxides and salts thereof; with a cyclodextrin of formula (I). Advantageously, the complex further includes an organic therapeutic agent, preferably an antibiotic agent. The complexation advantageously maintains the metal: organic therapeutic agent molar ratio. Even more advantageously, the complexation enhances the intrinsic aqueous solubility of the metal-organic therapeutic agent association. Also, compositions, pharmaceutical compositions and adequate formulations and uses thereof as well as devices including a complex of the invention. Lastly, a method for improving the aqueous solubility of a metal selected from Ag, Zn, Cu, Pt, Au, Ru, As, Sb, Bi, Ti, V, Ni, Hg, Pb, Co, oxides, hydroxides and salts thereof by providing a reaction mixture including the metal, an aqueous medium and a cyclodextrin of formula (I).

Abstract: A composition for protecting and/or preserving cells, tissues or organs, includes at least one cyclodextrin, preferably closely combined with an antioxidant. A process for producing this composition and its uses are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of cyclodextrin oligomers or polymers, whereby the cyclodextrin molecules are coupled to one another covalently via a spacer arm, based on a coupling reaction between an alkyne and an azide producing the formation of an aromatic heterocyclic bridge between the coupled units. Also described are the cyclodextrin oligomers or polymers that are obtained and their uses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a reaction medium for identifying/detecting microorganisms, that comprises at least one active molecule encapsulated in a cyclodextrin.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a composition for protecting and/or preserving cells, tissues or organs, characterized in that it comprises at least one cyclodextrin, preferably closely combined with an antioxidant. The invention also relates to a process for producing this composition and its uses.