Abstract: A semiconductor chip includes a first intellectual property block. There are a second intellectual property block and a third intellectual property block around the first intellectual property block. There is a multiple metal layer stack over the first intellectual property block, the second intellectual property block, and the third intellectual property block. An interconnect structure is situated in the upper portion of the multiple metal layer stack. The interconnect structure is configured for connecting the first intellectual property block and the second intellectual property block. In addition, at least a part of the interconnect structure extends across and over the third intellectual property block.

Abstract: Provided is a peptide and method in preventing or treating infections caused by a wide spectrum of pathogens, including bacteria and fungus in hosts such as plants and animals. Methods of preventing or treating plant diseases and infection in animals are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a method of inhibiting the growth of a fungus using eltrombopag, wherein the fungus is selected from the group consisting of Cryptococcus, Candida glabrata, and Trichophyton rubrum. Also provided are a combination agent that includes eltrombopag and a macrolide calcineurin inhibitor and a method of using the combination agent for inhibiting the growth of Cryptococcus. Also provided is a method of inhibiting virulence factor formation in Cryptococcus using eltrombopag.

Abstract: Provided is a method of inhibiting the growth of a fungus using eltrombopag, wherein the fungus is selected from the group consisting of Cryptococcus, Candida glabrata, and Trichophyton rubrum. Also provided are a combination agent that includes eltrombopag and a macrolide calcineurin inhibitor and a method of using the combination agent for inhibiting the growth of Cryptococcus. Also provided is a method of inhibiting virulence factor formation in Cryptococcus using eltrombopag.