Abstract: This invention discloses and claims novel proteins, termed KIAA0301, G7c, KIAA0564, NG37, CAB01991.1 and Rv0368c, herein identified as adhesion molecules. Also disclosed and claimed are methods of use of these proteins, and nucleic acid sequences from the encoding genes, in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease.

Abstract: A disclosed method allows service subscribers to modify service subscriptions online. Operations within the method may include receiving an order for a service package from a subscriber, wherein the service package includes multiple features. In response to the order, the features in the service package may automatically be cross referenced with a list of existing features for the subscriber to detect any overlap between the features in the service package and the existing features. In response to detecting an overlap, a subscription change request may automatically be computed, wherein subscription change request includes only the features in the service package that do not overlap the existing features. The subscription change request may then be submitted for implementation by a service provider, possibly after receiving confirmation of the change request from the subscriber.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel pressure swing adsorption (PSA) pre-purification process for a feed gas prior to its introduction into a cryogenic distillation unit. The PSA process uses in a multi-bed adsorbent system the steps, performed in a cyclical manner, of feed, blowdown, purge and repressurization. Optionally, a pressure equalization step is employed in the process. The resulting process provides for continual repressurization during the cycle and a constant flow rate of purified feed gas to the distillation unit.