Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for detecting biomarkers associated with the inflammation response in the pilosebaceous unit of the human scalp using plucked human hair and an enzyme activity assay which may for example be colorimetric or fluorometric.

Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for predicting minoxidil response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia based on colorimetric assay for sulfotransferase activity. In particular, SULT1A1 activity may be used as an indicator of minoxidil response. A genetic test for alleles of the SULT1A1 gene may be performed to provide a more personalized therapy.

Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for predicting anti-androgen therapy response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia based on a fluorometric assay and proteomics.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for administering electromagnetic radiation (EMR), which may include filtering EMR from part of the EMR spectrum while allowing passage of EMR at a desired wavelength range. Uses may include the treatment of such conditions as psoriasis, vitiligo, pruritus, acne, vitamin-D deficiency and atopic dermatitis. Topical creams, sprays, or other compositions may be used, with or without dosimeters, or in conjunction with an application, which calculates local UV exposure and other factors relating to dosage.

Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for predicting minoxidil response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia based on colorimetric assay.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for administering electromagnetic radiation (EMR), which may include filtering EMR from part of the EMR spectrum while allowing passage of EMR at a desired wavelength. A fluorescent component may be included, which absorbs EMR at one wavelength and emits EMR at the desired wavelength. Uses may include the treatment of acne. Pruritus may also be treated by allowing the passage to the skin of a particular UV wavelength from sunlight, which has an immunosuppressive effect, while protecting the skin from other harmful UV radiation.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed for administering electromagnetic radiation (EMR), for therapeutic or cosmetic purposes, or for purposes of curing a polymeric material.

Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for predicting anti-androgen therapy response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia based on a fluorometric assay and proteomics.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for prediction of a patient's response to a drug for treating androgenetic skin disorders such as alopecia, acne, and hirsutism. For a given drug such as anti-androgens and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, and a given dosage, the likely responsiveness of that drug and dosage may be determined, for example, by generating a set of patient scores based on a patient profile, including genetic sample information, and comparing that scores to a set of reference information.

Abstract: Methods, processes, systems, and apparatuses are disclosed for predicting minoxidil response in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia based on colorimetric assay.

Abstract: A system for predicting a woman's current position in her menstrual or ovulation cycle includes a baseline voice characteristics storage module in which first set of characteristics of the woman's voice at a known time relative to her menstrual or ovulation cycle is stored, an analysis module for receiving for analyzing a voice sample from the woman and generating a second set of characteristics of the woman's voice, a comparison module for comparing the first and second sets of characteristics, and a results module for providing a prediction of the woman's current position in her menstrual or ovulation cycle based on the comparison.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for prediction of a patient's response to a drug for treating androgenetic skin disorders such as alopecia, acne, and hirsutism. For a given drug such as anti-androgens and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, and a given dosage, the likely responsiveness of that drug and dosage may be determined, for example, by generating a set of patient scores based on a patient profile, including genetic sample information, and comparing that scores to a set of reference information.

Abstract: The invention provides an electrical coupling device. The coupling includes a contactor device and a plurality of electrical contacts which close an electrical circuit between the contactor device and an adaptor device when the adaptor device is brought into physical contact with the contactor device, there being no need for aligning for the electrical contacts of the contactor device with electrical contact of the adaptor device.

Abstract: The invention provides a power delivery system for a mobile device. The power delivery system includes a contactor device and a plurality of first electrical contacts on the contactor device disposed in an interspersed arrangement wherein first electrical contacts of one polarity are interspersed with first electrical contacts of a second polarity throughout the contactor body.

Abstract: The invention provides an electrical coupling device. The coupling includes a contactor device and a plurality of electrical contacts which close an electrical circuit between the contactor device and an adaptor device when the adaptor device is brought into physical contact with the contactor device, there being no need for aligning for the electrical contacts of the contactor device with electrical contact of the adaptor device.

Abstract: The invention provides an electrical coupling device. The coupling includes a contactor device and a plurality of electrical contacts which close an electrical circuit between the contactor device and an adaptor device when the adaptor device is brought into physical contact with the contactor device, there being no need for aligning for the electrical contacts of the contactor device with electrical contact of the adaptor device.

Abstract: The invention provides a power delivery system for a mobile device. The power delivery system includes a contactor device and a plurality of first electrical contacts on the contactor device disposed in an interspersed arrangement wherein first electrical contacts of one polarity are interspersed with first electrical contacts of a second polarity throughout the contactor body.

Abstract: The invention provides an electrical coupling device. The coupling includes a contactor device and a plurality of electrical contacts which close an electrical circuit between the contactor device and an adaptor device when the adaptor device is brought into physical contact with the contactor device, there being no need for aligning for the electrical contacts of the contactor device with electrical contact of the adaptor device.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a data and access protection system for a computer via the use of a hardware key, comprising a non-volatile memory for storing a first access code, a hardware key having a second access code, means for determining whether the hardware key is connected to the computer and whether the first access code is different from the second access code, and means for disabling the computer when the hardware key is not connected to the computer or when the first access code is different from the second access code. Additional aspects of the present invention provide that the hardware key is capable of being carried on a key chain on a person and capable of starting a computer through wireless means. A further aspect of the present invention provides that the hardware key can be used to secure electronic transactions conducted over the Internet.