Abstract: There are provided a composition and kit for detecting early apoptosis in cryopreserved umbilical cord blood stem cells, and a method therefor. According to the present invention, when the umbilical cord blood stem cells are cryopreserved and later used for cell therapy, the quality of umbilical cord blood is assessed and early apoptosis in the umbilical cord blood stem cells is detected. The obtained resulting data, which can be used as a quality reference for umbilical cord blood required for transplantation, reflect the engraftment levels after in vivo transplantation of the stem cells, and thus allow prediction of the engraftment levels from the results.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 1, 2007
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
Catholic University Industry Academic Cooperation Foundation
Abstract: The present invention relates to shaped bodies containing a metal-organic framework material (MOF) as well as a process for the preparation thereof and their use especially as catalyst or storage medium.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 17, 2009
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
BASF Aktiengesellschaft, The Regents of the University of Michigan
Inventors:
Michael HESSE, Ulrich Mueller, Omar Yaghi
Abstract: A touch panel includes a first electrode plate and a second electrode plate separated from the first electrode plate. The first electrode plate includes a first substrate and a first conductive layer located on a lower surface of the first substrate. The second electrode plate includes a second substrate and a second conductive layer located on an upper surface of the second substrate. At least one of the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer includes at least two stacked carbon nanotube layers, each carbon nanotube layer comprising a plurality of carbon nanotubes aligned in a single direction, and the carbon nanotubes in the two adjacent carbon nanotube layers arranged along different directions. A display device adopting the touch panel includes the touch panel and a display element.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry Co., LTD.
Abstract: This application describes the discovery that, in a pregnant woman, certain genes (such as RASSF1A, APC, CASP8, RARB, SCGB3A1, DAB2IP, PTPN6, THY1, TMEFF2, and PYCARD) originated from a fetus are highly methylated, whereas the same genes of maternal origin are unmethylated. This discovery allows the easy detection of one or more of these methylated fetal genes in a biological sample from a pregnant woman, serving as a universal indicator of the presence of fetal DNA in the sample. These fetal methylation markers are particularly useful as positive controls for a non-invasive analytical process during which the quality and quantity of fetal DNA are monitored. These newly identified fetal markers can also be measured directly for diagnosis of certain pregnancy-related conditions.
Type:
Application
Filed:
April 6, 2007
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Inventors:
Yuk Ming Dennis Lo, Rossa Wai Kwun Chiu, Stephen Siu Chung Chim, Chunming Ding, Kwan Chee Chan, Hing Nam Ivy Wong, Ka Chun Ryan Yuen
Abstract: Data transferred between devices 12/16 is formatted in accordance with a multi-layered data structure. One layer 66 of the multi-layered data structure includes a socket protocol. A layer 68 within the layer 66 includes a header. A payload layer 72 is included within the layer 68. The header includes information indicative of the type of data in the payload layer 72 and enables multiple data types to be transferred in their original format without conversion. This multi-layered data structure may provide DICOM interactions with medical devices within a hospital secure network 14 to be coupled with external communications mechanisms 16 that can acquire or store NDMA content while maintaining the integrity of the hospital/clinic network security and incorporating strong firewall-like protections. The layer 66 of the multi-layered data structure may further include routing information used to route data received at a destination port 5007 to another port 5005.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 18, 2009
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
Inventors:
Robert J. Hollebeek, Frank Paul Hammitt
Abstract: Disclosed is a method for distributing contention among terminals in a Contention Access Period (CAP) of a superframe in regard to a Medium (or Media) Access Control (MAC) layer employing a beacon-enabled mode in IEEE 802.15.4 standard. The method includes: dividing the CAP or the superframe into a plurality of sub-periods, all having the same size; receiving an association request message from a relevant terminal; and allocating one of the plurality of sub-periods to the relevant terminal, and transferring information on the sub-periods to the relevant terminal through a beacon frame, by a Personal Area Network (PAN) coordinator.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 20, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
Sungkyunkwan University Foundation for Corporate Collaboration
Inventors:
Seung Jae Bae, Hyung Joo Ki, Min Young Chung, Tae-Jin Lee
Abstract: A touch panel includes a first electrode plate and a second electrode plate. The first electrode plate includes a first substrate, and a first conductive layer disposed on a lower surface of the first substrate. The second electrode plate includes a second substrate, a second conductive layer disposed on an upper surface of the second substrate, two first-electrodes, and two second-electrodes. The two first-electrodes and the two second-electrodes are electrically connected to the second conductive layer. At least one of the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer includes a carbon nanotube layer. Each carbon nanotube layer includes a plurality of carbon nanotubes. Further, the present invention also relates to a display device. The display device includes a displaying unit and a touch panel.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
Abstract: A photoacoustic flow cytometry (PAFC) device for the in vivo detection of cells circulating in blood or lymphatic vessels is described. Ultrasound transducers attached to the skin of an organism detect the photoacoustic ultrasound waves emitted by target objects in response to their illumination by at least one pulse of laser energy delivered using at least one wavelength. The wavelengths of the laser light pulse may be varied to optimize the absorption of the laser energy by the target object. Target objects detected by the device may be unlabelled biological cells or cell products, contrast agents, or biological cells labeled with one or more contrast agents.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 12, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
Abstract: Disclosed herein are cell-based compositions for the treatment of conditions of the nervous system and methods for their use. In one embodiment, a cell-based composition comprises glial-restricted progenitors (GRPs) genetically modified to express a targeting ligand on their cell surface. Methods for the preparation of such cell-based compositions are disclosed. Also disclosed is a method for treating a subject suffering from a condition of the central nervous system by providing therapeutic cells (e.g., GRPs) through an intra-arterial route of administration.
Type:
Application
Filed:
August 14, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
The Johns Hopkins University
Inventors:
Douglas A. Kerr, Michael Gorelik, Michael Levy
Abstract: A touch panel includes a substrate, a transparent conductive layer, and at least two separate electrodes. The substrate includes a first surface. The transparent conductive layer is formed on the first surface of the substrate. The transparent conductive layer includes a carbon nanotube layer, and the carbon nanotube layer includes a plurality of carbon nanotubes entangled with each other. The electrodes are separately disposed on a surface of the transparent conductive layer and electrically connected with the transparent conductive layer. Further, a method for making the touch panel and a display device adopting the same are also included.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
Inventors:
Chang-Hong Liu, Kai-Li Jiang, Liang Liu, Shou-Shan Fan
Abstract: A touch panel includes a first electrode plate, and a second electrode plate separated from the first electrode plate. The first electrode plate includes a first substrate and a first conductive layer located on a lower surface of the first substrate. The second electrode plate includes a second substrate and a second conductive layer located on an upper surface of the second substrate. At least one of the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer includes a carbon nanotube structure comprised of carbon nanotubes. The carbon nanotubes in the carbon nanotube structure are arranged isotropically, arranged along a same direction or arranged along different directions.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
Inventors:
Chang-Hong Liu, Kai-Li Jiang, Liang Liu, Shou-Shan Fan
Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided for the management of neural activity in an individual. Nerve activity is sensed and correlated with sensations such as pain. In response and without requiring input from the individual, although external input is contemplated, a signal is transmitted to another component for electrical stimulation that alters neural activity. Also, the modulation of the signals between the sensor and stimulator may be modified by a third component independently, independent of, or including user inputs.
Type:
Application
Filed:
October 14, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
Inventors:
Jung-Chih CHIAO, Thermpon ATIVANICHAYAPHONG, Yuan B. PENG, Ji Wei HE
Abstract: Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM nucleic acid molecules, polypeptides, fragments and variants thereof are provided in the current invention. In addition, fusion proteins, antigenic peptides, and antibodies are encompassed. The invention also provides recombinant expression vectors containing a nucleic acid molecule of the invention and cells comprising the expression vectors. Methods for producing the polypeptides of the invention and methods for their use are further provided.
Type:
Application
Filed:
October 17, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
North Carolina State University
Inventors:
Andrea Azcarate-Peril, Eric Altermann, Todd Klaenhammer
Abstract: Compositions comprising clay minerals and methods for their use in promoting hemostasis are provided. The compositions comprise clay minerals such as bentonite, and facilitate blood clotting when applied to a hemorrhaging wound. Electrospun or electrosprayed materials (e.g. bandages, micron beads, etc.) which include clay minerals, and methods for the treatment of acute hemorrhage, are also provided.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 15, 2006
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
Virginia Commonwealth University
Inventors:
Robert F. Diegelmann, Kevin R. Ward, Marcus E. Carr, Gary Lee Bowlin
Abstract: A method, apparatus, and computer useable medium that provides, among other things, a standardized test protocol for screening and evaluation of attentional impairment using EEG data. Further, the method, apparatus, and computer program product enhances existing psychological, behavioral, and physiological EEG data acquisition systems by introducing a sequential stochastic model procedure, and an intelligent data interpretation component capable of assessing EEG inconsistencies associated attentional impairments. Potential users of this product will be any person or organization that diagnoses or treats persons with attentional or cognitive impairments. The method can be used for initial screening and diagnosis of disorders associated with impaired attention, such as ADHD, as well as for treatment and evaluation of the effects of treatments, such as medication or additional therapies.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 16, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
University of Virginia Patent Foundation
Inventors:
Daniel J. Cox, Boris P. Kovatchev, Rayna S. Robeva, Jennifer Kim Penberthy
Abstract: A touch panel includes a first electrode plate, and a second electrode plate separated from the first electrode plate. The first electrode plate includes a first substrate and a first conductive layer located on a lower surface of the first substrate. The second electrode plate includes a second substrate and a second conductive layer located on an upper surface of the second substrate. At least one of the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer includes a carbon nanotube layer. The carbon nanotubes in the carbon nanotube layer form a carbon nanotube floccule structure.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
Inventors:
Chang-Hong Liu, Kai-Li Jiang, Liang Liu, Shou-Shan Fan
Abstract: A tunable filter device (2) comprising a waveguide containing a Bragg grating (4), and a planar substrate (6), the planar substrate (6) comprising a core (8), a first cladding (10) on a first side (12) of the core (8), and a second cladding (14) on a second side (16) of the core (8), the waveguide containing the Bragg grating (4) being positioned in the core (8), the planar substrate (6) being such that a part of the first cladding (10) is replaced with a liquid crystal (18), and the tunable filter device (2) being characterized in that the waveguide containing the Bragg grating (4) is ultraviolet light written, the first cladding (10) has a surface which is smooth, flat and uniform due to the waveguide containing the Bragg grating (10) being ultraviolet light written, and the liquid crystal (18) is in contact with the smooth, flat and uniform surface of the first cladding (10) whereby director orientation of the liquid crystal (18) is uniform, controlled and controllable.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 30, 2006
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
University of Southampton
Inventors:
Ian James Grayston Sparrow, Peter George Robin Smith, Gregory Daniel Emerson, Malgorzata Kaczmarek, Andriy Heorhiyovych Dyadyusha
Abstract: Methods, compositions and articles of manufacture for contributing to the treatment of cancers, including solid tumors, are disclosed. The methods, compositions and articles of manufacture can utilize an endothelin B agonist (ETB) to enhance the delivery and resulting efficacy of a chemotherapeutic agent.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 20, 2009
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc., The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois
Abstract: A touch panel includes a substrate, a transparent conductive layer, and at least two electrodes. The transparent conductive layer is formed on a surface of the substrate. The transparent conductive layer includes a carbon nanotube layer, and the carbon nanotube layer includes a plurality of carbon nanotubes arranged along a same direction. The electrodes are electrically connected with the transparent conductive layer. Further, a display device using the touch panel is also included.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 29, 2008
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicants:
Tsinghua University, HON HAI Precision Industry CO., LTD.
Abstract: The present invention relates to Ginkgolide derivatives, compositions and extracts comprising one or more Ginkgolides and/or derivatives thereof and methods of use of the compositions to treat neurological disorders and as imaging agents.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 21, 2005
Publication date:
June 18, 2009
Applicant:
The Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York
Inventors:
Ottavio V. Vitolo, Koji Nakanishi, Michael L. Shelanski, Sonja Krane, Ottavio Arancio, Stanislav Jaracz, Nina D. Berova