Abstract: The present invention provides for a solid polymer electrolyte membrane having a fluorinated ionomer having imbibed therein a non-fluorinated, non-ionomeric polymer, wherein the fluorinated ionomer comprises at least 6 mole % of monomer units having a fluorinated pendant group with a terminal ionic group, and wherein the non-ionomeric polymer is selected from the group consisting of a polyamine, a polyvinyl amine, and derivatives thereof. The invention also provides a catalyst coated membrane and a fuel cell having this solid polymer electrolyte membrane.

Abstract: The present invention provides a newly identified CD28 family member that functions as lymphocyte inhibitory receptor termed pG6b, which is expressed on T cells. Methods and compositions for modulating pG6b-mediated negative signaling and interfering with the interaction of its counter-receptor for therapeutic, diagnostic, and research purposes are also provided.

Abstract: Chitosan films and laminates made from the films are provided. The films and laminates can be used to make a variety of finished articles that can be used to provide protection from hazardous chemical and biological agents.

Abstract: Processes for fabricating selectively permeable laminates are provided. In various embodiments, the laminates are useful for fabrication as a protective article and are substantially impermeable to hazardous chemical and biological agents, but sufficiently permeable to water vapor that, if worn as protective apparel, it is both protective and comfortable to wear.

Abstract: The present invention provides a newly identified B7 receptor, zB7R1 that functions as lymphocyte inhibitory receptor, which is a PD-1-like molecule and is expressed on T cells. The present invention also provides the discovery of zB7R1's ability to bind to CD155. Methods and compositions for modulating zB7R1-mediated negative signaling and interfering with the interaction of its counter-receptor for therapeutic, diagnostic and research purposes are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides pHHLA2 co-receptor polypeptides and functional fragments, antibodies to same, isolated polynucleotides encoding same, vectors containing the polynucleotides, cells containing the vectors. Methods of making and using these co-stimulatory pHHLA2 co-receptors molecules are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to a laminate useful in protective apparel and structures, and processes for making said laminate, the laminate comprising i) a polymer barrier layer comprising a polyurethane network having a polyalkylamine incorporated therein; and ii) a support substrate; wherein the laminate, after contact with boiling water for 5 minutes, has less than a 20 percent loss in weight of the polyalkylamine.

Abstract: This invention relates to a polymer composition useful as a chemical barrier, and films, laminates, and articles comprising the polymer composition and methods for making the polymer composition; the polymer composition comprising: a polyurethane network having a polyalkylamine incorporated therein, wherein the polymer composition, after contact with boiling water for 5 minutes, has less than a 50 percent loss in weight of the polyalkylamine.

Abstract: This invention relates to a barrier film useful in protective apparel and structures, and a process for making said film; the film comprising a polyurethane network having a polyalkylamine incorporated therein, wherein the film, after contact with boiling water for 5 minutes, has less than a 50 percent loss in weight of the polyalkylamine.

Abstract: Solid and liquid compositions containing particles of highly fluorinated ion-exchange polymer having sulfonate functional groups with an ion exchange ratio of less than about 33. The compositions contain at least about 25% by weight of polymer particles having a particle size of about 2 nm to about 30 nm.

Abstract: Solid and liquid compositions containing particles of highly fluorinated ion-exchange polymer having sulfonate functional groups with an ion exchange ratio of less than about 33. The compositions contain at least about 25% by weight of polymer particles having a particle size of about 2 nm to about 30 nm.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a solid polymer electrolyte membrane having a fluorinated ionomer having imbibed therein a non-fluorinated, non-ionomeric polymer, wherein the fluorinated ionomer comprises at least 6 mole % of monomer units having a fluorinated pendant group with a terminal ionic group, and wherein the non-ionomeric polymer is selected from the group consisting of a polyamine, a polyvinyl amine, and derivatives thereof. The invention also provides a catalyst coated membrane and a fuel cell having this solid polymer electrolyte membrane.

Abstract: A multi-speed chainless drive mechanism for a cycle-type vehicle comprises a drive shaft rotatably driven by a pedal actuated gear train. The drive shaft, which includes a universal joint, extends away from the gear train. The drive mechanism also comprises a first support provided intermediate the gear train and the universal joint for rotatably supporting the drive shaft to a frame of the vehicle. An elongated shaft extends from the universal joint opposite the gear train. A variable ratio worm gear, more particularly a cone-shaped worm gear, has an opening defined centrally and longitudinally therethrough. The worm gear is slidably mounted on the elongated shaft and is adapted for rotation therewith. The worm gear meshes with a drive gear mounted to a drive wheel of the vehicle. Different gear ratios are thus provided in relation to the longitudinal position of the worm gear on the elongated shaft.