Abstract: A pair of scissors with at least one protective protrusion extending distally from the arm tip of at least one of the scissor arms is disclosed. The pair of scissors may include a cut-out in each scissor arm adjacent to the arm tip that forms a generally arc-shaped recess. The protective protrusion may be generally spherical or ovoidal in shape and may radiate in 360 degrees from the arm tip.

Abstract: A pair of scissors with at least one protective protrusion extending distally from the arm tip of at least one of the scissor arms is disclosed. The pair of scissors may include a cut-out in each scissor arm adjacent to the arm tip that forms a generally arc-shaped recess. The protective protrusion may be generally spherical or ovoidal in shape and may radiate in 360 degrees from the arm tip.

Abstract: As illustrated in (FIG. 1) a pair of “Point-Cutting” safety scissors that incorporate a precision/safety tip feature allowing for greater precision and stylist safety for use in “Point-Cutting” techniques of cutting hair. These “Point-Cutting” safety scissors are characterized by a void located at the tips of the left and right blades in the shape of a “quarter-elliptical arc” (101). This particular novel shape provides greater cutting precision and optimum stylist safety while performing “Point-Cutting” techniques. Thereby, allowing the stylist to cut closer by resting the tips of the said blades on their fingers without the risk of being cut.

Abstract: Compositions for the amplification of damaged nucleic acids are disclosed. The compositions generally comprise a mesophilc polymerase, a thermostable polymerase, and an AP endonuclease. Methods of using the same for the amplification of damaged DNA are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides an Enzyme Blend comprising a DNA polymerase and a DNA repair enzyme. Methods and kits for amplification of DNA that is damaged, undamaged, or suspected of being damaged are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides an Enzyme Blend comprising a DNA polymerase and a DNA repair enzyme. Methods and kits for amplification of DNA that is damaged, undamaged, or suspected of being damaged are also provided.