Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for modulating conception in animals. More particularly, the composition modulates mRNA degradation during gametogenesis and early development. Yet further, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for modulating diseases of the reproductive organs, such as hyperproliferative diseases.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula useful for the treatment of depression and other diseases such as obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, obesity, addictive disorders caused by ethanol or cocaine abuse and related illnesses.

Abstract: Aryl substituted 1,4-diazepanes are provided such as derivatives of 6-(1,4-diazepan-1-yl)benzo[cd]indol-2(1H)-one, 6-(1,4-diazepan-1-yl)acenaphthylen-1(2H)-one and 5-(1,4-diazepan-1-yl)-2H-naphtho[1,8-cd]isothiazole-1,1-dioxide. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing one or more of the aryl substituted 1,4-diazepanes. The aryl substituted 1,4-diazepanes are useful for treating disorders or deficiencies associated with the 5-HT2C receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula I and the use thereof for the treatment of central nervous system disorders related to or affected by the 5-HT6 receptor.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for identifying an agent that modulates an immune response. One such method comprises screening for agents which inhibit the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a PD-1 polypeptide, and determining whether the agents inhibit the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a B7 polypeptide, to identify an agent that inhibits PD-1 ligand and PD-1 polypeptide interaction, while not inhibiting the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a B7 polypeptide, as an agent that modulates an immune response. Another such method comprises screening for agents which inhibit the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a B7 polypeptide, and determining whether the agents inhibit the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a PD-1 polypeptide, to identify an agent that inhibits the PD-1 ligand and B7 polypeptide interaction, which does not inhibit the interaction between a PD-1 ligand and a PD-1 polypeptide, as an agent that modulates the immune response.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula I and the use thereof for the therapeutic treatment of a disorder relating to or affected by the 5-HT6 receptor.

Abstract: The present invention relates, at least in part, to polypeptides which include Bcl-xL binding domains, novel Bcl-xL binding domains of Pablo polypeptides, nucleic acid molecules encoding such polypeptides, and uses thereof. For example, such polypeptides and nucleic acid molecules are useful in modulating apoptosis, particularly in neural cells, as well as in the treatment or prevention of disorders that can benefit from modulation of cell death.

Abstract: This invention provides smooth muscle cell proliferation inhibitors of formula I having the structure wherein R1-R13 are as defined herein.

Abstract: Modified Morbilliviruses having at least one mutation in the region corresponding to amino acids 112-134 of the measles virus V protein are described, wherein one or both of amino acids 113 or 114 is mutated. Such modified Morbilliviruses exhibit reduced repression of gene expression. Additional mutations or deletions in other regions of the genome may be included, including in the carboxy-terminal region.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I), 1

Abstract: Infant formula compositions are provided which comprise lutein and zeaxanthin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vector comprising sequences that permit direct transfer of the vector from one prokaryotic cell to another, such as by intergeneric conjugation. The invention also relates to methods of making and using the vector.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula I and the use thereof in the therapeutic treatment of disorders related to or affected by the 5-HT6 receptor.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds which are agonists of the progesterone receptor which have the general structure: 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: useful for the treatment of depression and other diseases such as obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, obesity, addictive disorders caused by ethanol or cocaine abuse and related illnesses

Abstract: Compounds of the formula useful for the treatment of depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, obesity, addictive disorders caused by ethanol or cocaine abuse, and dysthymia.

Abstract: This invention provides methods of increasing urine flow in humans while minimizing the loss of electrolytes or ions, the methods comprising administering to a human in need thereof a combination of N-[4-(5H-pyrrolo[2,1-c][1,4]benzodiazepin-10(11H)ylcarbonyl)-3-chlorophenyl]-5-fluoro-2-methylbenzamide (or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof), also known as VPA-985, and one or more diuretic agents, as well as pharmaceutical compositions and kits or packages for such combinations.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: are useful for treating the cognitive deficits due to aging, stroke, head trauma, Alzheimer's disease or other neurodegenerative diseases, or schizophrenia and also treatment of disorders related to excessive serotonergic stimulation, such as anxiety, aggression and stress, and for the control of various physiological phenomena, such as appetite, thermoregulation, sleep and sexual behavior, which are known to be, at least in part, under serotonergic influence.