Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, devices and systems for associating consumable data with an assay consumable used in a biological assay. Provided are assay systems and associated consumables, wherein the assay system adjusts one or more steps of an assay protocol based on consumable data specific for that consumable. Various types of consumable data are described, as well as methods of using such data in the conduct of an assay by an assay system. The present invention also relates to consumables (e.g., kits and reagent containers), software, data deployable bundles, computer-readable media, loading carts, instruments, systems, and methods, for performing automated biological assays.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, skin treatment compositions containing these carboxylic acid-substituted derivatives, methods of treating skin changes by topical application of these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, and their methods of synthesis. The carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention are unexpectedly effective in treating skin, particularly with respect to skin tolerance. When included in a topical composition, the carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention have an antioxidant effect that is useful in treating a skin change.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, skin treatment compositions containing these carboxylic acid-substituted derivatives, methods of treating skin changes by topical application of these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, and their methods of synthesis. The carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention are unexpectedly effective in treating skin, particularly with respect to skin tolerance. When included in a topical composition, the carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention have an antioxidant effect that is useful in treating a skin change.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, skin treatment compositions containing these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, methods of treating skin changes by topical application of these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, and their methods of synthesis. The carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention are unexpectedly effective in treating skin, particularly with respect to skin tolerance. When included in a topical composition, the carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention have an antioxidant effect that is useful in treating a skin change.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, skin treatment compositions containing these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, methods of treating skin changes by topical application of these carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives, and their methods of synthesis. The carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention are unexpectedly effective in treating skin, particularly with respect to skin tolerance. When included in a topical composition, the carboxylic acid-substituted idebenone derivatives of the present invention have an antioxidant effect that is useful in treating a skin change.

Abstract: RIE processing chambers includes arrangements of gas outlets which force gas-flow-shadow elimination. Means are provided to control and adjust the direction of gases to the outlet to modify and control the direction of plasma flow at the wafer surface during processing. Means are provided to either move the exhaust paths for exhaust gases or to open and close exhaust paths sequentially, in a controlled manner, to modify flow directions of ions in the etching plasma. A combination of rotation/oscillation of a magnetic field imposed on the RIE chamber can be employed by rotation of permanent magnetic dipoles about the periphery of the RIE chamber or by controlling current through a coil wrapped around the periphery of the RIE process chamber to enhance the removal of the residues attributable to gas-flow-shadows formed by linear ion paths in the plasma.

Abstract: Form a solder connector on a semiconductor device starting with a first step of forming at least one dielectric layer over a doped semiconductor substrate. Then form a hole through the dielectric layer down to the semiconductor substrate. Form a metal conductor in the hole. Form intermediate layers over the metal conductor and the dielectric layer. Then form a tapered opening down to the surface of the metal conductor. Form BLM layers including a titanium-tungsten (TiW) layer over the metal conductor and the dielectric layer with the remainder of the BLM layers being formed over the TiW layer. Form a mask over the top surface of the BLM layers with a patterning through hole located above the metal conductor exposing a portion of the surface of the BLM layers. Plate a C4 solder bump on the BLM layers in the patterning hole. Remove the mask. Wet etch away the BLM layers aside from the solder bump leaving a residual TiW layer over the dielectric layer.

Abstract: Imido, amido and amino derivatives of mercaptoacyl prolines and pipecolic acids are useful for the treatment of hypertension.

Abstract: Imido, amido and amino derivatives of mercaptoacyl prolines and pipecolic acids are useful for the treatment of hypertension.

Abstract: Imido, amido and amino derivatives of mercaptoacyl prolines and pipecolic acids are useful for the treatment of hypertension.

Abstract: Carbinolamine esters of 1,2,4-triazoles are provided having the structure ##STR1## wherein R, R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are as defined herein. These compounds are useful as antiinflammatory agents.

Abstract: Imido, amido and amino derivatives of mercaptoacyl prolines and pipecolic acids are useful for the treatment of hypertension.

Abstract: Phenylguanidine derivatives are provided having the structure ##STR1## wherein R is hydrogen, lower alkyl, cycloalkyl, lower alkoxy, phenyl, phenylalkyl, phenoxy, phenylalkoxy, lower alkoxyalkyl, phenoxyalkyl, alkylamino, dialkylaminoalkyl, alkylthio, phenylthio, phenylthioalkyl, and alkylthioalkyl; R.sup.1 is lower alkyl or benzyl; R.sup.2 is hydrogen, lower alkoxy carbonyl, and lower alkanoyl; R.sup.3 is lower alkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, lower alkenyl, lower alkynyl or benzyl; and n is 0 or 1. These compounds are useful as anthelmintic agents.

Abstract: New indolylalkyl esters of mercaptoalkanoic acids, and salts thereof, which have the general formula ##STR1## are useful as hypotensive agents.

Abstract: Imidazolo-pyridine derivatives are provided having the structure ##STR1## wherein R is lower alkyl, lower alkenylalkyl, lower alkynylalkyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl, cycloalkylalkyl, cycloalkenylalkyl or phenylalkyl and R.sup.1 is lower alkyl, phenylalkyl or di-lower alkylaminoalkyl and n is 0, 1 or 2. These compounds are useful as anthelmintic agents administered orally or parenterally.

Abstract: Compounds which have the general formula ##STR1## and those which can be obtained from them with a Vilsmeier type reagent and have the formula ##STR2## as well as salts thereof, are useful as anti-inflammatory agents.

Abstract: Substituted 2,3-naphthimidazole carbamates are provided having the structure ##STR1## wherein R is lower alkyl, R.sup.1 is hydrogen, halogen or ##STR2## and R.sup.2 is lower alkyl, CH.sub.2 -lower alkenyl, CH.sub.2 -lower alkynyl, phenyl or phenyl substituted with halogen, lower alkoxy, cyano, lower alkyl or trifluoromethyl, and n is 0, 1 or 2. These compounds are useful as anthelmintics.In addition, intermediates and a method of use are also provided.

Abstract: Compounds of the following formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are independently selected from hydrogen, halogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, lower alkylthio, nitro, cyano, and trifluoromethyl, and R is selected from a triacetyl substituted pentose, pentose, a tetraacetyl substituted hexose, hexose, a hydroxy substituted cycloalkyl of 5 to 7 carbons, ##STR2## wherein n is 1 or 2 and R.sup.3 is hydrogen, an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal ion; are disclosed. These compounds possess useful anti-inflammatory activity.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, halogen, alkyl, alkoxy or nitro; R.sub.2 is hydrogen, halogen or alkoxy; and R.sub.3 is alkoxycarbonyl, ##STR2## pyridinylcarbonyl, pyrimidinylcarbonyl, or pyrazinylcarbonyl; have antiinflammatory activity.

Abstract: Benzisothiazolines having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkoxy, halogen or nitro;R.sub.2 is alkyl; and R.sub.3 is (i) ##STR2## wherein X is oxygen, sulfur or imino or (ii) ##STR3## wherein Y is alkoxy, alkyl, or arylalkyl, have useful pharmacological activity.