Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treatment or prophylaxis of enteric disease caused by Gram negative bacteria. The method includes the step of administering a vaccine or a hyperimmune material raised against said vaccine to an individual. The vaccine comprises one or more cell wall antigens reactive in a manner characteristic of O group serotypes, or reactive in a manner characteristic of lipopolysaccharide associated antigens, and at least some of said antigens are separated from bacterial cell walls or wall fragments. The invention also provides composition containing hyperimmune material as well as uses of the composition and vaccine.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions useful in the field of medicine, and particularly in the treatment of inflammatory disorders. More particularly, the invention relates to the use of methods and compositions for the treatment and prevention of disorders associated with inflammation of alimentary tract, such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions useful in the field of medicine, and particularly in the treatment of viral infections. More particularly, the invention relates to the use of methods and compositions for the inhibition of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission.

Abstract: A computer system includes a three-dimensional model of an object such as a piece of jewelry. The model is divided into multiple layers, each of which contains one or more components of the object. Each layer is associated with one or more attribute types, each of which is associated with a corresponding plurality of possible attribute values. The system pre-renders each layer with each possible attribute type and each possible attribute value for that type and layer. The resulting layer renderings may be combined with each other to produce personalized renderings of the entire object without the need to pre-render all possible combinations of attribute values. Responsibility for rendering the layers and the final complete object personalization may be divided between client and server in a variety of ways to increase efficiency.

Abstract: A computer system includes a three-dimensional model of an object such as a piece of jewelry. The model is divided into multiple layers, each of which contains one or more components of the object. Each layer is associated with one or more attribute types, each of which is associated with a corresponding plurality of possible attribute values. The system pre-renders each layer with each possible attribute type and each possible attribute value for that type and layer. The resulting layer renderings may be combined with each other to produce personalized renderings of the entire object without the need to pre-render all possible combinations of attribute values. Responsibility for rendering the layers and the final complete object personalization may be divided between client and server in a variety of ways to increase efficiency.

Abstract: A computer system includes a three-dimensional model of an object such as a piece of jewelry. The model is divided into multiple layers, each of which contains one or more components of the object. Each layer is associated with one or more attribute types, each of which is associated with a corresponding plurality of possible attribute values. The system pre-renders each layer with each possible attribute type and each possible attribute value for that type and layer. The resulting layer renderings may be combined with each other to produce personalized renderings of the entire object without the need to pre-render all possible combinations of attribute values. Responsibility for rendering the layers and the final complete object personalization may be divided between client and server in a variety of ways to increase efficiency.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method, composition and inhaler system for treatment or prophylaxis of influenza infection in one or more subjects by applying to a surface selected from air filters, sick room surfaces and respiratory mucosal membranes at least one immune material selected from antibodies and fragments thereof which bind a least one Influenza A antigen selected from the group consisting of H1, H3 and H5, the immune material being derived from hyperimmune milk products such as hyperimmune colostrum said hyperimmune milk products being prepared by inoculation of mammals with antigen composed of a least one Influenza A antigen selected from H1, H3 and H5.

Abstract: A computer system includes a three-dimensional model of an object such as a piece of jewelry. The model is divided into multiple layers, each of which contains one or more components of the object. Each layer is associated with one or more attribute types, each of which is associated with a corresponding plurality of possible attribute values. The system pre-renders each layer with each possible attribute type and each possible attribute value for that type and layer. The resulting layer renderings may be combined with each other to produce personalized renderings of the entire object without the need to pre-render all possible combinations of attribute values. Responsibility for rendering the layers and the final complete object personalization may be divided between client and server in a variety of ways to increase efficiency.

Abstract: A method for prophylaxis of infection of the respiratory tract of a subject by pathogenic airborne bacteria the method comprising administering to the subject by inhalation binding proteins directed against the bacteria. the pathogenic bacteria is a bacteria which survives inside phagocytes and the binding proteins are directed against said bacteria which survives inside phagocytes. The binding proteins comprise antibodies or antibody fragments directed against said bacteria which survives inside phagocytes. The binding proteins are selected from the group consisting of polyclonal antibodies, monoclonal antibodies, F(ab) fragments, F(ab?)2 fragments, antibody tip fragments, chimeric and humanized antibodies and fragments and recombinant antibodies and fragments.

Abstract: An implement includes an electric starter operatively connected to an internal combustion engine to start the internal combustion engine. An ignition circuit actuates the electric starter. A first normally open switch forming part of the ignition circuit is mounted on the implement at a first position and must be held closed by an operator for the ignition circuit to actuate the electric starter. A second normally open switch forming part of the ignition circuit is mounted on the implement at a second position and must be held closed by an operator for the ignition circuit to actuate the electric starter. The first position is spaced from the second position a sufficient distance to prevent an operator from closing both the first normally open switch and the second normally open switch with a single hand.

Abstract: The mechanical interlock prevents inadvertent engagement of a control member. Rotation of the mechanical interlock about an interlock axis from a locked position to an engagement position allows the control member to rotate about a control axis. The mechanical interlock includes an interlock bracket that defines a guide path having locking and actuating segments that intersect at an acute angle, and a guide member that engages the guide path. One of the interlock bracket or the guide member is pivotally coupled to the control member about the interlock axis and the other is coupled to a handle. The guide path and the guide member are selectively positionable between a locked position where the guide member is proximate the locking segment, an engaged position where the guide member is proximate the intersection, and an actuated position where the guide member is proximate the actuating segment.

Abstract: This invention relates to a bioactive composition comprising: (d) pH sensitive bioactive agent (e) an edible carboxylic acid containing moiety and (f) an edible alkalising moiety, wherein the proportion of said moieties and active agent provide pH control such that (i) when 400 mg of said composition is added to 20 ml of 0.033 normal hydrochloric acid and at a temperature of 37+/?3° C., the pH reaches a value in the range 4 to 8, and (ii) when 400 mg of said composition is added to 20 ml of deionised water at pH 7 and at a temperature of 37+/?3° C., the pH reaches a value less than 8.5.

Abstract: The present invention provides an imageable element, which includes: a substrate; a crosslinked layer disposed on the substrate; and an imageable ink-receptive layer disposed on the crosslinked layer, the imageable ink-receptive layer including an ablation free imageable composition. The present invention provides methods of producing the above imaged element.

Abstract: A novel technique and system for improved monitoring of the storage security of firearms (and other objects) and, through a microprocessor radio-controlled transceiver embedded within the firearm, enabling detection of theft or removal, and then radio-tracking of the stolen firearm by police or others with continual identification of that firearm, and also with the further feature of providing automatic warning to schools or other public buildings or locations of the intrusion in their vicinity of a bearer carrying the stolen firearm.

Abstract: The present invention provides an imageable element, which includes: a substrate; a crosslinked layer disposed on the substrate; and an imageable ink-receptive layer disposed on the crosslinked layer, the imageable ink-receptive layer including an ablation free imageable composition. The present invention provides methods of producing the above imaged element.

Abstract: A method of and system for enabling pursuing police cruisers or the like to remotely and safely stop the engine of an appropriately equipped stolen or improperly operated vehicle, wherein the cruiser transmits a control signal to a receiver pre-provided in the vehicle, to initiate, preferably through modified engine control modules, a forced and over-riding multiple-stage reduction in fuel supplied to the engine, first to slow down the vehicle below idling speed, and then to stall the engine by total fuel shut off.