Abstract: The present invention provides a method for re-growing hair in patients with androgenic alopecia by administering effective consecutive courses of Granulocyte-Colony Stimulating Factor or derivatives. After the state of re-growth is obtained, the hair growth is maintained by administering periodic courses of Granulocyte-Colony Stimulating Factor or derivatives. The invention further provides a method for increasing cuticle growth and density using a similar administration of effective consecutive courses of Granulocyte-Colony Stimulating Factor or derivatives. The increased cuticle growth and density is maintained by administering periodic courses of Granulocyte-Colony Stimulating Factor or derivatives.

Abstract: Systems and methods for high-throughput processing of assay plates include a calibration nanoparticle to facilitate automated focusing of the imaging system. An assay plate includes a base layer, a transparent layer in contact with the base layer, and at least one calibration nanoparticle having a pre-defined size immobilized on the assay plate surface. The assay plate surface can be functionalized to selectively bind to biological targets. The assay plate can be used in an imaging system for high-throughput autofocus and biological target detection.

Abstract: Pin latch assemblies and cam latch assemblies are disclosed. A pin latch assembly is provided comprising a pin housing at least partially enclosing a pin, an actuating device coupled to the pin, and a retaining feature comprising an aperture.

Abstract: This invention focuses on electrooptic devices and in particular on electrochromic (EC) devices with several aspects directed towards automotive EC mirrors and windows. Adhesive compositions are disclosed herein which improve device processing attributes and their performance and durability.

Abstract: The belt with interchangeable accessories is formed of a soft, resilient elastomer and includes a series of notches along its upper and lower edges. An accessory or accessories is/are adapted for removable and interchangeable installation on the belt. Each accessory has a pair of elastic loops extending from the back thereof. Each loop passes through corresponding notches of the belt to secure the accessory removably to the belt. The accessories may comprise a large number of different configurations, e.g., two-dimensional and three-dimensional representations, storage compartments for makeup or other purposes, mirrors or other reflective surfaces, electrically lighted displays, etc. A removable buckle is provided. The rearward portion of the buckle has a passage therethrough, the passage gripping one end of the belt therein. The overlying portion of the buckle has a channel and openable cover for removably securing the opposite end of the belt in the resulting passage.

Abstract: An encapsulated refrigerator shelf is assembled by interconnecting a platform, such as a glass panel, within a peripheral frame. More specifically, a peripheral shelf frame is formed with a split side portion defining upper and lower frame portions which are spaced by an elongated slot. The encapsulated glass refrigerator shelf is made by slidably inserting the platform onto peripheral frame support structure through the slot formed between the upper and lower frame portions. The frame is also formed with retaining structure to maintain the platform in place once the platform is inserted a requisite amount within the peripheral frame.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a composition having antimicrobial activity comprising particles comprising at least one inorganic copper salt; and at least one functionalizing agent in contact with the particles, the functionalizing agent stabilizing the particle in a carrier such that an antimicrobially effective amount of ions are released into the environment of a microbe. The average size of the particles ranges from about 1000 nm to about 4 nm. Preferred copper salts include copper iodide, copper bromide and copper chloride. Preferred functionalizing agents include amino acids, thiols, hydrophilic polymers emulsions of hydrophobic polymers and surfactants.

Abstract: A vibration damper for a torque transmission device comprising a first element and a second element which are rotatable relative to each other around an axis of rotation X; and damping means for transmitting a torque and damping the rotational acyclisms between the first element and the second element. The damping means comprise an elastic blade mounted securely on the first element and provided with a cam surface; and the damper comprises a cam follower carried by the second element and arranged to cooperate with the cam surface. The cam surface is arranged such that, for an angular travel between the first element and the second element relative to an angular rest position, the cam follower exerts a flexion force on the elastic blade producing a reaction force able to return the first and second elements to the angular rest position.

Abstract: A safer, low-cost practical method of dissolving beryllium or a beryllium compound including beryllium oxide in a sample is disclosed. This method discloses use of acidic solutions under mild heating conditions to dissolve beryllium and its compounds. These solutions may then be used to quantitatively analyze for beryllium so as to be able to determine the amount of beryllium in the sample. These solutions may also be combined with fluorescent dye indicating solutions to determine beryllium by fluorescence. A preferred fluorescent dye indicating solution contains a dye (10-hydroxybenzo[h]quinoline-7-sulfonate) which specifically binds with beryllium under basic conditions.

Abstract: Relates to an improved universal industrial product to be installed on an existing binding or spiral binding machine, capable of binding in all existing binding systems that allow to perform a single set of oblong perforations, according to the paper size, and in which the support or receive the rings, spirals, or combs and binder having multiple size rings, which are currently formed by using machines with different perforation steps. Includes perforation dies having an oblong shape.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising melatonin, a metabolite or derivative thereof and coenzyme Q10 and to use thereof for the production of a pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition for the treatment of the skin, said composition potentiating the movement of both molecules into the mitochondrion and facilitating percutaneous absorption, in which both the melatonin and the CoQ10 can reach all of the strata of the skin.

Abstract: Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain surface functionalized particles comprising a copper salt which has low water solubility. The compositions may be added to the articles of manufacture to provide antimicrobial properties. The articles of manufacture include liquid and solid products. These liquids or solids include dispersions, creams, gels, coatings and any thermoplastic or thermosetting, polymer components.

Abstract: Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain surface functionalized particles comprising an inorganic copper salt which has low water solubility. These types of inorganic salts may also be introduced in porous particles to yield antimicrobial compositions. The compositions may optionally comprise additional antimicrobial agents, salts with high water solubility, organic acids, salts of organic acids and their esters. The compositions may be added to various fluids used in the petroleum extraction industry, or used as coatings on components used in this industry. These antimicrobial materials may be used for reducing both anaerobic and aerobic bacteria and are also useful for reducing corrosion of ferrous components caused by anaerobic bacteria. Although such compositions may be used for any antimicrobial application, and some of the other important uses of these compositions are in wound care, personal care and waste processing.

Abstract: Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain surface functionalized particles comprising a copper salt which has low water solubility. The compositions may be added to the articles of manufacture to provide antimicrobial properties. The articles of manufacture include liquid and solid products. These liquids or solids include dispersions, creams, gels, coatings and any thermoplastic or thermosetting, polymer components.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitor and of a farnesyl-pyrophosphate synthase inhibitor, or of one of their associated physiologically acceptable salts, in the preparation of a composition, particularly a pharmaceutical composition, for use in the treatment of human or animal, pathological or nonpathological situations related to the accumulation and/or the persistence of prenylated proteins in cells, such as during progeria (Hutchinson-Gilford syndrome), restrictive dermopathy or physiological ageing.

Abstract: The belt with interchangeable accessories is formed of a soft, resilient elastomer and includes a series of notches along its upper and lower edges. An accessory or accessories is/are adapted for removable and interchangeable installation on the belt. Each accessory has a pair of elastic loops extending from the back thereof. Each loop passes through corresponding notches of the belt to secure the accessory removably to the belt. The accessories may comprise a large number of different configurations, e.g., two-dimensional and three-dimensional representations, storage compartments for makeup or other purposes, mirrors or other reflective surfaces, electrically lighted displays, etc. A removable buckle is provided. The rearward portion of the buckle has a passage therethrough, the passage gripping one end of the belt therein. The overlying portion of the buckle has a channel and openable cover for removably securing the opposite end of the belt in the resulting passage.

Abstract: The building system using plastic bottle caps includes at least one interlocking building block having a substantially elongated base. An upstanding cap mounting boss extends from the top of the boss, and a cap mounting recess is formed coaxial with the cap mounting boss at the bottom of the base. The cap mounting boss permits threaded mounting of a bottle cap, and the cap mounting recess permits each interlocking building block to be stacked on top of another bottle cap, especially a bottle cap mounted to another cap mounting boss of another interlocking building block. A connection hole is formed adjacent to the cap mounting recess to permit the base to be looped onto the cap mounting post of another building block in horizontal orientation. A plurality of building blocks and bottle caps can be connected together to construct a user-defined structure. The building system includes various embodiments for construction.

Abstract: The gaseous fuel lighter with mechanical starter includes an ignition member and a striking member adapted to be removably attached to form an integral unit. The ignition member includes a fuel chamber, a fuel releasing head in communication with the fuel chamber, a regulating valve assembly positioned intermediate to the ignition member and the fuel releasing head. A switch is operatively connected to the regulating valve assembly to open and close the regulating valve assembly, and a striking element is provided proximate to the fuel releasing head. The striking member includes a friction member configured for engagement with the striking element. The user simultaneously slides the striking element against the friction member creating a spark, and engages the switch, to open the assembly. Fuel is released and the spark and gas to mix to form a flame.

Abstract: Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain surface functionalized particles comprising a copper salt which has low water solubility. The compositions may be added to the articles of manufacture to provide antimicrobial properties. The articles of manufacture include liquid and solid products. These liquids or solids include dispersions, creams, gels, coatings and any thermoplastic or thermosetting, polymer components.