Abstract: A substrate processing method of a substrate provided with an anti-reflective coating which extends to or beyond a peripheral edge of the substrate is disclosed. The method includes removing a portion of the anti-reflective coating adjacent to and around a periphery of the substrate using a back-side removal process, depositing a layer of radiation sensitive material onto the anti-reflective coating, depositing a top-coat layer onto the layer of radiation sensitive material, and simultaneously removing a portion of the layer of radiation sensitive material and a portion of the top-coat layer from around an area adjacent to the periphery of the substrate using a top-side removal process.

Abstract: A double patterning process for printing dense lines is provided. In a first step, a first semi dense pattern of lines is printed in a first resist material layer overlaying a substrate provided with a bottom anti-reflection coating. In a second step, a second semi dense pattern of lines is printed in a second resist material layer provided over the cleared area. The first and second semi dense line patterns are positioned in interleaved position, to provide a desired dense pattern of lines and spaces. After development of the first resist material and before providing the second resist material to the substrate, a surface conditioning of the bottom anti-reflection coating is applied to the cleared area between lines of first resist material. The surface conditioning step is arranged to improve adhesion of a feature of second resist material to the surface of the cleared area.

Abstract: A system for controlling an electronic device. The system includes an earpiece for distributing sound to a user. The earpiece has a sensor which is adapted to sense when the state of the earpiece changes from use to non-use and from non-use to use. The earpiece is adapted to be in communication with an electronic device to provide state information from the sensor to the electronic device so that the electronic device can respond, such as by ceasing to play a song when the earpiece is removed by a user.

Abstract: An immersion lithographic apparatus provides an immersion liquid including photosensitive material(s) configured to form a patterned film on the surface of a substrate on exposure to a radiation beam. Irradiation through the immersion liquid onto a substrate leads to deposition of a film on the substrate. Film formation occurs only in the photoirradiated region, so that the film formed has a pattern corresponding to the pattern of the radiation.

Abstract: Prompting user confirmation of an action in a display window on a display of a mobile electronic device including displaying a pair of soft key icons, receiving a request to initiate an action from a user and displaying a confirmation message to confirm that a user wishes to proceed with the action. When the confirmation message is displayed, the pair of soft key icons are modified to create a pair of updated soft key icons. The receiving of the request may include detection of a soft key event. The updated soft key icons provide a first response and a second response to the confirmation message for selection by the user. The soft key icons and updated soft key icons may be displayed at the bottom portion of the display in a manner that does not obstruct the display window.

Abstract: A case for retaining and transporting small electronic media storage devices. The case includes a first portion and a second portion, connected by a hinge or hinge member about which the two portions may be opened and closed. Each portion of the media case forms a recess preferably configured to securely hold a plurality of media storage device of different size and type.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel drug compositions and dosage forms comprising said drug compositions. The drug compositions of the present invention comprise a pharmaceutical agent and a solubilizing agent. The drug compositions of the present invention are particularly advantageous for use with low solubility and/or low dissolution rate pharmaceutical agents. The present invention is further directed to methods for manufacturing of said drug compositions and dosage forms. The present invention is further directed to methods of treatment comprising administration of said drug compositions and dosage forms.

Abstract: An immersion lithographic apparatus provides an immersion liquid including photosensitive material(s) configured to form a patterned film on the surface of a substrate on exposure to a radiation beam. Irradiation through the immersion liquid onto a substrate leads to deposition of a film on the substrate. Film formation occurs only in the photoirradiated region, so that the film formed has a pattern corresponding to the pattern of the radiation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multi-release oral drug delivery system that initiates drug release following an initial drug-free release interval, after administration to a subject, and a second drug-free release period before release of another dose of drug. The system has (1) inner compartments enclosed within a semipermeable membrane, and (2) a drug coating on the exterior of the semipermeable membrane surrounded by a microporous membrane, which microporous membrane is permeable to fluid and drug. The drug coating is released after the initial drug-free release interval. An inner compartment drug is released after a second drug-free release interval provided by a drug-free inner compartment.

Abstract: A dosage form that facilitates the controlled release of an active agent at a desired release rate or release rate profile includes a bi-layer membrane system and an osmotic core. The bi-layer membrane system includes a semipermeable membrane and an osmosensitive membrane and forms an internal compartment occupied by the osmotic core. The osmotic core includes an active agent composition and a light push layer. A passageway is formed through the bi-layer membrane system and permits expulsion of the active agent composition from the dosage form during operation. The bi-layer membrane system and the osmotic core are formulated and formed to provide controlled release of the active agent included in the active agent composition, while simultaneously facilitating increased loading of active agent within a dosage form of given dimension and increasing the delivery efficiency of such active agent relative to prior osmotic dosage forms including a push layer.

Abstract: A membrane system comprising an interior wall, a fluid-permeable exterior wall surrounding the interior wall and an internal compartment defined by the membrane system, wherein fluid permeability of the interior wall is responsive to osmolarity of an osmotic core within the internal compartment are disclosed. A controlled release dosage form comprising the membrane system and a process for delivering an osmotically active formulation from an osmotic pump over an extended period of time are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed are controlled release dosage forms and related methods wherein controlled release of self-dispersing nanoparticle active agent formulations is provided by formulating porous particles into which have been sorbed a self-dispersing nanoparticle active agent formulation.

Abstract: A sustained release dosage form includes a capsule made of a thermoplastic polymer having a softening point below 200° C. and an orifice formed or formable within the capsule, an emulsion formulation contained within the capsule, and an expandable composition within the capsule remote from the orifice. The emulsion formulation comprises a drug, an emulsifying surfactant, and an oil. The expandable composition is configured to expand and expel the emulsion formulation through the orifice.

Abstract: A handheld device having processor components operatively connected together for performing predetermined functions. The device defines a socket configured for rotatably receiving a ball defining an orifice configured for receiving a stylus. The socket is further configured for generating to the processor components electrical signals indicative of movement of the ball in response to movement of the stylus. The processor components include pointing device logic for responding to said signals.

Abstract: Disclosed are osmotic dosage forms including an osmotic core; a semi-permeable membrane that surrounds the osmotic core and comprises a blend of a cellulose acetate polymer and an acrylate copolymer; and an exit formed through the semi-permeable membrane. Also disclosed are methods of making and administering such dosage forms.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a dosage form 10 and to administering an antidepressant medicament 16 for an extended period of time in a rate-known dose.

Abstract: Disclosed are substances, compositions, dosage forms and methods that comprise tramadol and substances that comprise gabapentin.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are substances that include a complex that includes a drug moiety ionically bound to a counter-ion; wherein a solubility of the complex is greater than a solubility of the drug moiety. Also disclosed are compositions and dosage forms made from such substances and complexes; methods of making compositions, substances, and complexes; and methods of administering the same to patients.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a dosage form 10 and to administering an antidepressant medicament 16 for an extended period of time in a rate-known dose.

Abstract: Disclosed is controlled delivery of pharmaceutical agents and methods, dosage forms and devices therefore. In particular, formulation, dosage forms, methods and devices for enhanced absorption and controlled delivery drug compounds are disclosed.