Abstract: The present invention discloses methods and compositions comprising a biocompatible gel that is used in tissue repair and regeneration. Once the gel is administered to a tissue site in need of repair or regeneration, the cells migrate from the gel into the tissue and repair or regenerate the tissue.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient include a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent, and a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. When a predetermined cracking pressure is reached, a valve opens and allows the liquid to flow through the cannula.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition for controlled-release of polypeptide growth factors useful in tissue repair or engineering. The composition include a polypeptide growth factor covalently cross-linked to a biocompatible substrate by a transgultaminase. The cross-linking tethers the growth factor to a substrate so that it will not diffuse away from the desired site of application. It also concomitantly inactivates the growth factor. Release and reactivation of the growth factor can be achieved by endogenously produced metalloproteinase (MMPs) or exogenously provided proteases such as collagenases.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient include a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent, and a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. The cannula is shaped to facilitate insertion thereof into a patient's eyeball.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient include a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent, and a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. A valve for maintaining a constant flow rate through the cannula independent of the pressure applied to the device may be included.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient include a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent, a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir, and means for forcing fluid from the reservoir into the cannula. Circuitry for controlling the means for forcing fluid from the reservoir into the cannula may be included.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient includes a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent and a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. The device and related methods may provide such features as constant-flow operation, an electrolytic mode of pumping, and/or wireless communication.

Abstract: Embodiments of an implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient include a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent, and a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. The cannula is shaped to facilitate insertion thereof into a patient's eyeball.

Abstract: The present invention discloses methods and compositions comprising a biocompatible gel that is used in tissue repair and regeneration. Once the gel is administered to a tissue site in need of repair or regeneration, the cells migrate from the gel into the tissue and repair or regenerate the tissue.

Abstract: An implantable device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a patient is provided. The device includes a reservoir configured to contain a liquid comprising the therapeutic agent. The device further includes a cannula in fluid communication with the reservoir. The cannula has an outlet configured to be in fluid communication with the patient. The device further includes a first electrode and a second electrode, at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is planar. The device further includes a material in electrical communication with the first and second electrodes. A voltage applied between the first electrode and the second electrode produces gas from the material, the gas forcing the liquid to flow from the reservoir to the outlet.