Abstract: A water ski launch device for use with a boat. The water ski launch device includes a launch tube having an L-shaped configuration, a first end, a second end, and a hollow interior volume. A winch is secured to the launch tube, wherein a cable is wound on the winch and extends through the interior of the launch tube. The cable passes through the second end of the launch tube and includes a handle on an end thereof. The first end of the launch tube is affixed to a launch base, wherein the launch base can be removably connected to the swim step at the rear of a boat. A launch tray is pivotally secured to the launch base and a user can position his or her water skis thereon so that the user can stabilize himself in an upright position in order to begin water skiing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for the treatment of, or prevention of angiogenesis in a subject. In particular, the present invention relates to methods to treat a subject with, or at risk of developing angiogenesis by administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising a resolvin or resolvin analogue or precursor, and/or a protectin or protectin analogue. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to the use of resolvins and protectins to treat pathologies associated with angiogenesis.