Abstract: Described herein are packages for orienting and cooling polyesters during a sterilization process, and containers for storing, transporting, and cooling the package. Also described herein are methods of sterilizing polyesters.

Abstract: Described herein are packages for orienting and cooling polyesters during a sterilization process, and containers for storing, transporting, and cooling the package. Also described herein are methods of sterilizing polyesters.

Abstract: A weld-down base conforms to a surface to support other objects, such as cables, motors, water tanks, etc. The base has at least one keyhole shaped hole, with a first portion and a second portion. On the top side of the base, the first portion of each hole is large enough to pass the head of a bolt; the second portion is only large enough to pass the shaft of the bolt but not the head. However, the second portion is stepped near the exit side to be wider so that the bolt head can be inserted into the wider first portion and then slid laterally to the second portion where the step will hold the bolt in place with its threaded shaft extending from the base. The exposed bolt allows objects such as clamps, brackets, signs, lighting, fire extinguishers, hoses, instruments, and so on, to the supporting surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides for compositions of hyaluronic acid cross-linked with at least one other hydrophobic polymer to form a copolymer gel. The preferred composition is a formulation containing hyaluronic acid or its derivatives and a silicone base polymer with a functional group capable of reacting with the preferred cross-linker. The silicon may also be a group capable of undergoing further polymerization, or a silicone moiety adding to the hydrophobic nature of the gel. The product can be used alone or contain various other substances or covalently bound substances for numerous useful applications including cosmetic, medical, and drug delivery applications. The present invention also provides processes for preparing them.

Abstract: Otic and nasal compositions containing any iodine-containing derivatives, including, free iodine and iodoform, are disclosed. lodoform is a potent germicidal agent which provides anti-infective benefits. The composition also contains one or more anti-inflammatory agents and one or more natural or synthetic compounds which provide analgesic benefits. The composition preferably also contains one or more natural or synthetic compounds which provides aromatic benefits. The composition may be utilized to treat otic and nasal conditions, including otitis media, by topically applying the composition to the affected tissue.