Abstract: The present disclosure describes compositions and methods for preparing aqueous nano-dispersions of hydrophobic agrochemicals and fungicides comprising cellulose nanomaterials as a carrier or dispersing agent. The compositions described herein provide superior pest and parasite control efficiency. The disclosure also provides pesticide formulations comprising cellulose nanomaterials and a dispersing agent, e.g., a surfactant, that demonstrates enhanced deposition on hydrophobic plant surfaces. The disclosure also describes the design and preparation of mucoadhesive CNC pesticide containing nano-dispersion for the control and remediation of parasitic organisms, such as sea lice in farmed aquatic species such as salmon.

Abstract: A glaucoma treatment device applies electrolysis into an eye has a plurality of electrodes connected to a voltage source, and a controller coupled to a pressure sensor. The electrodes apply an electric field within an eye, and the controller regulates the delivery of current to the electrodes based on intraocular pressure measurements from the pressure sensor. The device has an enclosure for the pressure sensor, controller, and voltage source. The voltage source can recharge via an external source and the controller can accept adjustments remotely. The device also operates as a component in a method to convert aqueous humor into gas. The method utilizes electrolysis to reduce the volume of fluid in the anterior chamber of an eye. The method modulates electric current during usage of the invention. The method and device combine to reduce intraocular pressure within an eye thus lessening the progression of glaucoma.

Abstract: A glaucoma treatment device applies electrolysis into an eye has a plurality of electrodes connected to a voltage source, and a controller coupled to a pressure sensor. The electrodes apply an electric field within an eye, and the controller regulates the delivery of current to the electrodes based on intraocular pressure measurements from the pressure sensor. The device has an enclosure for the pressure sensor, controller, and voltage source. The voltage source can recharge via an external source and the controller can accept adjustments remotely. The device also operates as a component in a method to convert aqueous humor into gas. The method utilizes electrolysis to reduce the volume of fluid in the anterior chamber of an eye. The method modulates electric current during usage of the invention. The method and device combine to reduce intraocular pressure within an eye thus lessening the progression of glaucoma.

Abstract: A pupil dilation system including a generally circular deformable and discontinuous ring member is provided. The ring member expands circumferentially and applies an expansile force substantially uniformly around a pupillary margin of a pupil for dilating the pupil along an entirety of a circumference of the ring member. The ring member in an uncoiled configuration allows insertion of the ring member through a single incision in the eye and unfolds into a coiled configuration. A circumferential groove defined on an outer surface of the ring member allows continuous contact with the pupillary margin along the circumference of the ring member. One or more connector members are positioned on the circumference of the ring member for engaging with a surgical manipulating element that allows movement and manipulation of the ring member. The ring member is composed of a thermoplastic material or a bioabsorbable material that naturally dissolves within the eye.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a computer implemented method and system for integrated appointment scheduling and targeted advertising. A host website provides an appointment scheduling application for scheduling an appointment. A user searches for a service provider on the host website to make an appointment. The user makes the appointment with the selected service provider on the host website or through multiple communication devices. The appointment scheduling application translates the appointment from the communication devices by integrating the appointment made on the host website and the appointment made through the communication devices in an appointment calendar on the host website. The appointment scheduling application schedules the appointment of the user with the selected service provider. The user is notified with a confirmation message and appointment reminder messages upon scheduling of the appointment.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for removing cataractous lens tissue (22) in a human or animal eye and substitution of the lens with replacement material (48) utilizing an apparatus in the form of a surgical instrument (42). The process contains the steps of injecting a therapeutic photosensitive agent (20) into the lens tissue, allowing a predetermined amount of time to elapse, exposing the photosensitive substance to a source of light energy at a predetermined period of time and wavelength causing the lens to microfracture and liquefy. Following this procedure the liquefied lens tissue is evacuated with the surgical instrument, and a lens replacement material is injected into the lens capsule (28) through the surgical instrument to reconstitute the intralenticular space and serve as a refracting medium. The dual cannula surgical instrument consists of a hollow cylindrical body (52) with a parallel shank (58) and a tapered section (60) on one end.

Abstract: A multifocal phakic intraocular lens (10) designed to be placed in a phakic eye to correct various refractive disorders such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia. The lens (10) which can be positioned within the eye's anterior chamber (62) or posterior chamber (63), consists of a substantially circular optical section (20) having integrally attached either a circular haptic extension (36) or at least two separate haptic extensions (36). When the lens (10) is positioned in the anterior chamber (62), the haptic extensions fixate the lens (10) between the base of the iris (56) and the cornea (72). When the lens (10) is positioned in the posterior chamber (63), the haptic extensions stabilize the lens (10) between the posterior leaf of the iris (56) and the lens capsule (60). In either position, the lens (10) is continuously bathed with the aqueous humour of the eye.

Abstract: A process and apparatus for removing cataractous lens tissue (22) in a human or animal eye and substitution of the lens with replacement material (48) utilizing an apparatus in the form of a surgical instrument (42). The process contains the steps of injecting a therapeutic photosensitive agent (20) into the lens tissue, allowing a predetermined amount of time to elapse, exposing the photosensitive substance to a source of light energy at a predetermined period of time and wavelength causing the lens to microfracture and liquefy. Following this procedure the liquefied lens tissue is evacuated with the surgical instrument, and a lens replacement material is injected into the lens capsule (28) through the surgical instrument to reconstitute the intralenticular space and serve as a refracting medium. The dual cannula surgical instrument consists of a hollow cylindrical body (52) with a parallel shank (58) and a tapered section (60) on one end.

Abstract: A surgical sleeve lens removal by laser or ultrasonic surgical instruments, also used on the forefront of an ophthalmic irrigation/aspiration surgical instrument. The surgical sleeve consists of a hollow sleeve body (20) with its proximal end (22) adapted to fit the surgical instrument and its distal end (24) having a tubular shank (30). The shank has a truncated cone contour (32) on its extremity and at least one annular protuberant appendage (34) integrally formed with the shank (30) and extending from an outside surface of the distal end, for manipulation of intraocular tissue. The appendage (34) has a sloped surface (36) and extends either partially or completely around the periphery of the sleeve body (20). The appendage (34) may consist of single or multiple elements but in any case the appendage has a larger outside diameter than the shank.

Abstract: A fiber optic integrated phacoemulsification system is disclosed comprising surgical handpieces for cataract surgery which incorporate fiber optic bundles that transmit visible light to enhance visualization by intraocular illumination. Patient safety is improved by the oblique lighting to the retina, thereby reducing the necessity of direct coaxial light from the surgical microscope. The fiber optic bundles enable the application of laser energy or visible light and permit endoscope visualization of intraocular structures either through the surgical handpiece or through an end piece attachment.

Abstract: A disposable fiber optic sleeve for attachment at the forefront of a surgical instrument. The sleeve is an elongated tubular shape and incorporates multiple fiber optic bundles for transmission of visible light to enhance intraocular visualization. Additional bundles of optical fibers may provide for the application of laser beam and video transmission to intraocular tissue. The sleeve is constructed of inexpensive plastic materials and is designed to be disposable after a single or several uses.

Abstract: A disposable fiber optic sleeve for attachment at the forefront of a surgical instrument. The sleeve is an elongated tubular shape and incorporates multiple fiber optic bundles for transmission of visible light to enhance intraocular visualization. Additional bundles of optical fibers may provide for the application of laser beam and video transmission to intraocular tissue. The sleeve is constructed of inexpensive plastic materials and is designed to be disposable after a single or several uses.

Abstract: A disposable fiber optic sleeve for attachment at the forefront of a surgical instrument. The sleeve is an elongated tubular shape and incorporates multiple fiber optic bundles for transmission of visible light to enhance intraocular visualization. Additional bundles of optical fibers may provide for the application of laser beam and video transmission to intraocular tissue. The sleeve is constructed of inexpensive plastic materials and is designed to be disposable after a single or several uses.