Abstract: A computer system and database adapted to help with the synthesis and assembly of informational units (lexemes) required for the preparation of professional reports. The system works iteratively, and uses certain characteristics of professional reports to predict which lexemes a user is likely to need at each iteration, allowing the user to select the most useful lexemes from a very large number of lexemes stored in a lexicon for this purpose. The characteristics of professional reports that enable the process of selection include context, predicance and coherence. The report, consisting of an assembly of lexemes, can be exported as text files having different linguistic styles, or as computer code permitting efficient retrieval and computerized analysis of the content of the report for billing, administration, or research.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquiniolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquiniolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquiniolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of immunology. More particularly it concerns compositions and methods for inhibiting stimulation of the immune system. The compounds and methods comprise compounds that are analogs and derivatives of chloroquine, such as 4-aminoquinolines, and other weak bases. They can be used in preventative and therapeutic treatments of autoimmune diseases and phenomena, transplant rejection such as host-versus-graft disease, and sepsis.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquiniolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquinolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The invention features methods for inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-associated immune responses, through the administration of specific compounds of the general class of 9-aminoacridines and 4-aminoquiniolines. The invention also features methods of screening compounds useful in inhibiting immunostimulatory DNA-induced immune responses.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel method for isolating RNA from biological samples using selected quaternary amine surfactants. The RNA is isolated quickly and in sufficient quantity and quality to permit analysis by methods including reverse transcriptase and polymerase chain reaction.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel method for isolating RNA from biological samples, most particularly blood, using selected quaternary amine surfactants. The RNA is isolated quickly and in sufficient quantity and quality to permit analysis by methods including reverse transcriptase and polymerase chain reaction.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel method for isolating nucleic acids from biological samples, most particularly blood, using selected quaternary amine surfactants. The nucleic acids are isolated quickly and in sufficient quantity and quality to permit analysis by methods including reverse transcriptase and polymerase chain reaction.

Abstract: A novel method is provided for purifying DNA and RNA from a variety of sources, including cells, cell lysates, viruses, tissues, blood and other body fluids employing a cationic detergent to complex with the nucleic acids.