Abstract: Described herein are Fc fragment variants that bind neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) that effectively block IgG from binding to FcRn, and methods of use thereof. In certain aspects, described herein are methods of inhibiting FcRn biological activity. In certain aspects, described herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the Fc fragments. In certain aspects, the Fc fragments and methods described herein are used for treatment of a disease or disorder related to an antibody (e.g., an autoimmune disease or an unwanted side effect of a therapeutic antibody).

Abstract: Described herein are novel and improved antibodies that bind Interleukin 13 (IL-13) and methods of use thereof. In certain aspects, described herein are methods of inhibiting IL-13 biological activity. In certain aspects, described herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the anti-IL-13 antibodies. In certain aspects, the antibodies and methods described herein are used for treatment of an inflammatory disease or disorder associated with elevated levels of IL-13 and/or IgE.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for the production of Fc-containing polypeptides which are useful as human or animal therapeutic agents, and which comprise increased anti-inflammatory properties and improved FcyRIIb binding.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising a metal-complexed peptide fraction of stressed yeast extracts and/or a calcium influx inhibitor are disclosed, as well as methods of using such compositions to impart exfoliating, anti-aging, anti-lipid, anti-inflammatory, and/or lightening benefits to the skin; and/or lightening benefits to the hair. These compositions are believed to have modulatory activity against at least one biochemical pathway implicated in skin aging, inflammation, lipid synthesis, and melanin production.

Abstract: An extended wear cosmetic composition for application to a keratinous surface comprising a cosmetic particle coated with a biofunctional polymer wherein said coated particle adheres to the keratinous surface for an extended time period. A delivery system for conjugating a biofunctional polymer and cosmetic particle to specific cells on a keratinous surface such that the particle adheres to the keratinous surface for an extended time period.

Abstract: Cosmetic compositions comprising a metal-complexed peptide fraction of stressed yeast extracts and/or a calcium influx inhibitor are disclosed, as well as methods of using such compositions to impart exfoliating, anti-aging, anti-lipid, anti-inflammatory, and/or lightening benefits to the skin; and/or lightening benefits to the hair. These compositions are believed to have modulatory activity against at least one biochemical pathway implicated in skin aging, inflammation, lipid synthesis, and melanin production.