Abstract: The present invention is directed to direct-fed microbials for use in improving the performance of an animal, improving the health of an animal, improving the environment of an animal, and combinations thereof. More particularly, the invention relates to isolated Bacillus strains 86 and 300, and strains having all of the identifying characteristics of these strains, for uses comprising the above-mentioned uses.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for inhibiting metastatic cancer cells. The compositions comprise nanoparticles which have incorporated therein leukocyte adhesion molecules and therapeutic molecules exposed on their surface. The nanoparticles may be provided attached to leukocytes. Introduction of these compositions in to the circulation of individuals results in inhibition and reduction of metastatic cancer cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for cell separation. In particular, the invention relates to separation of a particular cell type from a mixture of different cell types based on the differential rolling property of the particular cell type on a substrate coated with molecules that exhibits adhesive property with the particular cell type. The molecules can be directly coated on the surface or coated on nanoparticles that are adhered to the surface. This technology is adaptable for use in implantable shunts and devices for cell trafficking or tumor neutralization.

Abstract: The present invention relates to device and method for cell trafficking. In particular, the invention relates to a fluid flow device in which the flow surface has nanotubes immobilized thereon. The nanotubes have molecules on their outer surface, which support cell rolling. Also provided is a method for separation of a cell type from a mixture of different cell types or from a fluid based on the differential rolling property of the cell type on the flow surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for cell separation. In particular, the invention relates to separation of a particular cell type from a mixture of different cell types based on the differential rolling property of the particular cell type on a substrate coated with molecules that exhibits adhesive property with the particular cell type. The molecules can be directly coated on the surface or coated on nanoparticles that are adhered to the surface. This technology is adaptable for use in implantable shunts and devices for cell trafficking or tumor neutralization.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for delivery of payload molecules to selected cells. The method comprises payload carrying delivery vehicles tagged with selectin or selectin-ligands. The payload carrying delivery vehicles are immobilized on flow surfaces and payload is delivered to targeted cells during rolling. The invention is also directed to compositions and devices for carrying out the method.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for cell separation. In particular, the invention relates to separation of a particular cell type from a mixture of different cell types based on the differential rolling property of the particular cell type on a substrate coated with molecules that exhibits adhesive property with the particular cell type. This technology is adaptable for use in implantable shunts and devices for cell trafficking or tumor neutralization.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for neutralizing cancer cells. In particular, the invention relates to separating of cancer cell type from a mixture of different cell types based on the differential rolling property of cancer cell on a substrate coated with a first molecules that exhibits adhesive property with the particular cell type and neutralizing the cancer cell by a second molecule that is also coated on the substrate. This technology is adaptable for use in vivo, in vitro, or ex vivo tumor neutralization.

Abstract: Rapid, size-based, deposition of particles from liquid suspension is accomplished using a nonuniform electric field created by coplanar microelectrode strips patterned on an insulating substrate. The scheme uses the dielectrophoretic force both to distribute aqueous liquid containing particles and, simultaneously, to separate the particles. Size-based separation is found within nanoliter droplets formed along the structure after voltage removal. Bioparticles or macromolecules of similar size can also be separated based on subtle differences in dielectric property, by controlling the frequency of the AC current supplied to the electrodes.

Abstract: A cord holder having a body member with cord retaining regions on each end with the body member having a temporally securable closure member on each end to allow quick passage of a cord into the cord retaining regions with the securable closure members securable to each other to hold the cord on the body member and the body member having an integral flexible member for securing and end of a cord to be wound thereon as one begins to wind the cord around the cord holder.

Abstract: A cord holder having a body member with cord retaining regions on each end with the body member having a temporally securable closure member on each end to allow quick passage of a cord into the cord retaining regions with the securable closure members securable to each other to hold the cord on the body member.

Abstract: A cord holder having a body member with cord retaining regions on each end with the body member having a temporally securable closure member on each end to allow quick passage of a cord into the cord retaining regions with the securable closure members securable to each other to hold the cord on the body member.

Abstract: A cord holder having a body member with cord retaining regions on each end with the body member having a temporally securable closure member on each end to allow quick passage of a cord into the cord retaining regions with the securable closure members securable to each other to hold the cord on the body member and the body member having an integral flexible member for securing and end of a cord to be wound thereon as one begins to wind the cord around the cord holder.

Abstract: An isolated nucleic acid from the bacterium Thermotoga neapolitana, encoding a thermostable .alpha.-galactosidase is provided. The Thermotoga gene is cloned into a high expression vector to provide large quantities of a purified thermostable .alpha.-galactosidase. The thermostable enzyme is used in high-temperature processing of soy products to remove .alpha.-galactosides.