Abstract: A method for processing semiconductor wafers is disclosed. A solution is applied to a semiconductor wafer to prevent dendrites and electrolytic reactions at the surface of metal interconnects. The solution can be applied during a CMP process or during a post CMP cleaning process. The solution may include a surfactant and a corrosion inhibitor. In one embodiment, the concentration of the surfactant in the solution is less than approximately one percent by weight and the concentration of the corrosion inhibitor in the solution is less than approximately one percent by weight. The solution may also include a solvent and a cosolvent. In an alternate embodiment, the solution includes a solvent and a cosolvent without the surfactant and corrosion inhibitor. In one embodiment, the CMP process and post CMP cleaning process can be performed in the presence of light having a wavelength of less than approximately one micron.

Abstract: Crosslinked lactam polymers are disclosed. Specifically, lactam polymers having pendant acrylate groups are crosslinked via a Michael addition type acrylate reactant. The crosslinked lactam polymers are useful in medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Abstract: Crosslinked lactam polymers are disclosed. Specifically, lactam polymers having pendant acrylate groups are crosslinked via a Michael addition type acrylate reactant. The crosslinked lactam polymers are useful in medical and pharmaceutical applications. Also disclosed are methods for making hydroxyl-functionalized lactam polymer derivatives.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for preventing or reducing postoperative ileus and gastric stasis. Such compositions include a combination of a carrier component and a bioactive component which acts to prevent or reduce post-poperative ileus. Such methods include administering atherapeutically effective amount of the composition directly to the serosal surfaces of the gastrointestinal and other visceral organs.

Abstract: Various embodiments of thermochromatic compositions and devices and methods of making thermochromatic compositions and devices are provided. One embodiment comprises a thermochromatic composition comprising: a binding material; a thermochromatic material having a first color state a first temperature and a second color state at a second temperature; and a filler material for improving the thermal conductivity of the thermochromatic composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for preventing or reducing postoperative ileus and gastric stasis. Such compositions include a combination of a carrier component and a bioactive component which acts to prevent or reduce post-poperative ileus. Such methods include administering a therapeutically effective amount of the composition directly to the serosal surfaces of the gastrointestinal and other visceral organs.

Abstract: A bone anchoring device for securing suture or cable within a bone hole of a bone includes an anchor member and a cable. The anchor member includes engagement ribs and an axial cutout. The axial cutout further includes a cutout surface and at least one pin that extends radially outward from the cutout surface. The cable is secured to the anchor member by penetrating the cable with the pins that extend radially from the axial cutout surface, such that the cable distal end aligns with the anchor distal end and that the cable proximal end extends beyond the anchor proximal end. This results in a bone anchoring device in which failure due to low pullout strength of the cable is greatly minimized or eliminated.

Abstract: A Removable Thumb Turn Attachment is disclosed. The device and system incorporate a thumb turn cap that is attachable to the head of a conventional deadbolt key. The system may include a retaining cap assembly that is installable over a conventional deadbolt lockset. The retaining cap assembly cooperates with the thumb turn cap so that the thumb turn cap will engage the retaining cap assembly so that the thumb turn cap, once inserted, cannot be readily removed from the retaining cap assembly. The thumb turn cap and retaining cap are installable on a conventional key-operated deadbolt lockset so that the lockset is converted to operate as a thumb-turn-operated deadbolt lockset.

Abstract: Aliphatic polyoxaesters having pendant thiol, carboxylic acid, hydroxyl or amine groups are disclosed. Furthermore, polymers prepared from these functional polyoxaesters are described. The polymers of this invention may be used for an array of medical and surgical applications, for example to produce surgical devices, tissue engineering scaffolds and drug delivery depots.

Abstract: Dithiocarbonate-containing macromer that contain biodegradable or water-soluble segments, and polymers derived from the reaction of these dithiocarbonate-containing macromers, are disclosed. The polymers derived from these dithiocarbonate-containing macromers with biodegradable or water-soluble segments are useful in medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Abstract: Methods for treating or preventing an epidermal or dermal disorder, e.g., psoriasis, using a CD2-binding agent, e.g., an inhibitor of the CD2/LFA-3 interaction (e.g., an LFA-3/IgG fusion polypeptide), in combination with an auxiliary agent, e.g., UVB irradiation, are disclosed.

Abstract: A device for use in tissue repair procedures, a surgical tissue repair procedure, and a method of making the device. Specifically, the device is an assembly of a cannulated anchor member with a cord passed through it, and a stopper mounted to an end of the cord to prevent the cord from passing back through the anchor member.

Abstract: A device for use in tissue repair procedures, a surgical tissue repair procedure, and a method of making the device. Specifically, the device is an assembly of a cannulated anchor member with a cord passed through it, and a stopper mounted to an end of the cord to prevent the cord from passing back through the anchor member.

Abstract: A device for use in tissue repair, a method of using the device in a surgical procedure and a method of making the device. The device is an assembly of a cannulated anchor with a cord passed through it, and a stopper to prevent the cord from passing back through the anchor.

Abstract: A device for use in tissue repair, a method of using the device in a surgical procedure and a method of making the device. The device is an assembly of a cannulated anchor with a cord passed through it, and a stopper to prevent the cord from passing back through the anchor.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition and a method of polishing a surface that minimizes abrasive removal of material from the surface. To that end, the composition is formulated to maximize dissolution of the material from the surface.

Abstract: Methods of using inhibitors of the CD2/LFA-3 interaction-in treating skin conditions characterized by increased T cell activation and abnormal antigen presentation in the dermis and epidermis in mammals, including humans. Such conditions include psoriasis, UV damage, e.g., photoaging, atopic dermatitis, cutaneous T cell lymphoma such as mycosis fungoides, allergic and irritant contact dermatitis, lichen planus, alopecia areata, pyoderma gangrenosum, vitiligo, ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, and urticaria.

Abstract: A method of treating a spent potliner after use in an aluminium smelting process, the method comprising crushing and classifying the spent potliner, placing the classified and crushed spent potliner in a furnace at a temperature greater than 450° C., heating the spent potliner to a temperature greater than 450° C., mixing the heated spent potliner with water to produce reaction gases and residue, burning the reaction gases, mixing the residue with water in a well ventilated area for a period of weeks to cure the residue. The method also embraces blending the cured residue with other chemicals and minerals to provide specific mineral products.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods for the inhibition of post-operative adhesion formation between tissue surfaces in a body cavity having been subjected to a surgical procedure, which methods involve administering Pemirolast, or an analog thereof, directly to tissue surfaces in the body cavity in amounts and under conditions effective to inhibit formation of adhesions, and to delivery vehicles and compositions suitable for use for local, non-systemic administration of a drug to the body and directly to tissue within a body cavity having been subjected to a surgical procedure.

Abstract: A multi-layer protective fabric includes an inner layer, an middle layer, and an outer wicking layer. The outer fabric layer includes an inside layer of hydrophobic material, an outside layer of hydrophilic material, and an intermediate layer of hydrophobic monofilament yarns extending between and knitted together with the outside and inside layers, and promotes wicking of moisture from a wearer's skin to the outer layer. The multi-layer protective fabric middle layer includes a porous, cushioning material. The multi-layer protective fabric inner layer includes a cushioning, abrasion-resistant material, such as doeskin. Articles of apparel, for example cycling shorts, can include such a multi-layer protective fabric either alone or in combination with other moisture-managing, cushioning fabrics. Such protective fabric and apparel systems provide improved removal of moisture from skin, reduction of contact stress, and decrease in abrasion.