Abstract: Spontaneous formation of a coherent membrane at the interface between a non-polar liquid and an aqueous solution of glycoprotein can be used to separate proteins and carbohydrates from tissue fluid and other complex mixtures. When volatile hydrocarbons are used to induce membrane formation, evaporation of organic and aqueous solvents leaves behind a delicate film or powder. The method for extracting glycoprotein from solution and sequestering it in floating membranes can be used to study environmental conditions or to remove carbohydrates from proteins in the tissues of living organisms. This technique can also be used for detecting proteins in solutions.

Abstract: Spontaneous formation of a coherent membrane at the interface between a non-polar liquid and an aqueous solution of glycoprotein can be used to separate proteins and carbohydrates from tissue fluid and other complex mixtures. When volatile hydrocarbons are used to induce membrane formation, evaporation of organic and aqueous solvents leaves behind a delicate film or powder. The method for extracting glycoprotein from solution and sequestering it in floating membranes can be used to study environmental conditions or to remove carbohydrates from proteins in the tissues of living organisms. This technique can also be used for detecting proteins in solutions.

Abstract: Spontaneous formation of a coherent membrane at the interface between a non-polar liquid and an aqueous solution of glycoprotein can be used to separate proteins and carbohydrates from tissue fluid and other complex mixtures. When volatile hydrocarbons are used to induce membrane formation, evaporation of organic and aqueous solvents leaves behind a delicate film or powder. The method for extracting glycoprotein from solution and sequestering it in floating membranes can be used to study environmental conditions or to remove carbohydrates from proteins in the tissues of living organisms. This technique can also be used for detecting proteins in solutions.

Abstract: A portable eccentric centrifuge for the separation of compound fluid samples in areas where an external power source is not easily accessible and while being supported upon on a non-level surface. The portable eccentric centrifuge includes a compact, lightweight base plate supported by a plurality of adjustable legs connected height adjustment assembly for static leveling of the centrifuge. At least one level indicator permits adjustment along multiple axes for aligning the base plate in the horizontal plane. A lightweight, compact, lidded chamber secured to the base plate houses the d.c. motor driven centrifuge. A timer controls the length of the centrifuge operation. A d.c. power adaptor permits operation where a 12 volt d.c. power supply is available, such as from a vehicle's cigarette lighter receptacle.

Abstract: Micelles are produced having a membrane wherein the outer surface is hydrophilic and the interior of said micelle contains at least one lipophilic group. If a lipophilic material will not form strong micelles, it is possible, using methods of the invention, to provide stronger micelles by use of two lipophilic materials. These micelles have a glycoprotein layer on the outside with a double layer of lipid wherein the first lipid forms a membrane with the glycoprotein and the second lipid is within the membrane.