Abstract: Peptides that act as GC-C receptor agonists and contain at least one D-cys and are useful for the treatment of diuresis and heart disease as well as other disorders are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of fabricating a semiconductor package or circuit assembly using an fluxing underfill composition applied to solder contact points in a dip process.

Abstract: Peptides that act as GC-C receptor agonists and contain at least one D-cys and are useful for the treatment of diuresis and heart disease as well as other disorders are described.

Abstract: The present invention features compositions and related methods for treating IBS and other gastrointestinal disorders and conditions (e.g., gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, Inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia (including functional dyspepsia or nonulcer dyspepsia), gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), and disorders and conditions associated with constipation, e.g., constipation associated with use of opiate pain killers, post-surgical constipation, and constipation associated with neuropathic disorders as well as other conditions and disorders using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of fabricating a semiconductor package or circuit assembly using an fluxing underfill composition applied to solder contact points in a dip process.

Abstract: Peptides that act as GC-C receptor agonists and contain at least one D-cys and are useful for the treatment of diuresis and heart disease as well as other disorders are described.

Abstract: Immuno-adjuvant photodynamic therapy to treat and prevent metastatic cancer is effected using photosensitizers in combination with immuno-adjuvants to destroy metastatic tumor cells.

Abstract: A method of providing secure communication over a communication network from a client computer to at least one server computer using a cryptographic security protocol which includes the steps of connecting a secure hardware device to the client computer, and using the device to prevent disclosure on the client computer of login and private information of a user of the client computer.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are novel compositions for treating or preventing upper GI tract disorders and protecting stratified squamous epithelium against injury by a noxious substance. The pharmaceutical composition comprises at least one bile acid sequestrant, alone or in combination with at least one proton pump inhibitor, and optionally one or more agent chosen from antacids, histamine H2-receptor antagonists, -aminobutyricacid-b (GABA-B) agonists, prodrugs of GABA-B agonists, and protease inhibitors.

Abstract: The present method involves the photodynamic treatment of acne vulgaris. The method involves the topical administration of a photosensitizer composition comprising hydrophobic green porphyrins such as lemuteporfin, polyethylene glycol and skin penetration enhancers such as oleyl alcohol and TRANSCUTOL™ to acne-affected skin and subsequent exposure of that skin to energy of a wavelength of activating the photosensitizer.

Abstract: The present method involves the photodynamic treatment of hyperactive gland disorders. The method involves the topical administration of a photosensitizer composition comprising hydrophobic and/or lipophilic green porphyrins such as lemuteporfin, polyethylene glycol and skin penetration enhancers such as oleyl alcohol and TRANSCUTOL™ to affected skin and subsequent exposure of that skin to energy of a wavelength capable of activating the photosensitizer.

Abstract: The invention features compounds that are inhibitors of COX-2 activity. Certain of the compounds are inhibitors of FAAH activity as well as COX-2 activity. The compounds include a 5-membered or 6-membered substituted or unsubstituted heteroaryl or heterocyclyl ring having one or two heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of O, S, and N that is linked to two substituted or unsubstituted 6-membered aryl or heteroaryl groups that can be the same or different.

Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus is provided that includes (1) an interface adapted to analyze information about an electronic device manufacturing system that produces an effluent having an undesirable material, and provide information about the effluent, and (2) an abatement system adapted to receive information about the effluent, receive the effluent, and attenuate the undesirable material. Numerous other aspects are provided.

Abstract: In one aspect of the invention, a method for the improved operation of an electronic device manufacturing system is provided. The method includes providing information to an interface coupled to an electronic device manufacturing system having parameters, processing the information to predict a first parameter, and providing an instruction related to at least a second parameter of the electronic device manufacturing system wherein the instruction is based on the predicted first parameter. Numerous other aspects are provided.

Abstract: Compounds and methods for the treatment of asthma are disclosed. The methods involve mast cell stabilization together with selective inhibition of iNOS. The compounds are combinations of a mast cell inhibiting moiety and an inhibitor of iNOS.

Abstract: A system and method for detecting damage to a structure is provided. The system includes a voltage source and at least one capacitor formed as a layer within the structure and responsive to the voltage source. The system also includes at least one sensor responsive to the capacitor to sense a voltage of the capacitor. A controller responsive to the sensor determines if damage to the structure has occurred based on the variance of the voltage of the capacitor from a known reference value. A method for sensing damage to a structure involves providing a plurality of capacitors and a controller, and coupling the capacitors to at least one surface of the structure. A voltage of the capacitors is sensed using the controller, and the controller calculates a change in the voltage of the capacitors. The method can include signaling a display system if a change in the voltage occurs.

Abstract: Indoles having various activities, including indoles that are CRTH2 are described. The compounds are useful for treating asthma, neuropathic pain, allegic rhinitis and other disorders.

Abstract: Modulators of the CRTH2 receptor and their use in the treatment of various disorders, including asthma are described.