Abstract: Disclosed herein are compounds, conjugates, and methods that may be used to detect the presence of an analyte in a sample, such as a biological sample.

Abstract: The disclosure provides kits and methods for detecting a substance that interferes with detection of an analyte in a sample and for expanding the dynamic range and reducing the hook effect of an immunoassay. The kits and methods employ two conjugates with two different detectable labels, at least one of which is a chemiluminescent compound of Formula (I).

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for analyte analysis using a nanopore are disclosed. The methods, devices, and systems utilize a first and a second binding member that each specifically bind to an analyte in a biological sample. The method further includes detecting and/or counting a cleavable tag attached to the second binding member and correlating the presence and/or the number of tags to presence and/or concentration of the analyte. Certain aspects of the methods do not involve a tag, rather the second binding member may be directly detected/quantitated. The detecting and/or counting may be performed by translocating the tag/second binding member through a nanopore. Devices and systems that are programmed to carry out the disclosed methods are also provided.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for analyte analysis using a nanopore are disclosed. The methods, devices, and systems utilize a first and a second binding member that each specifically bind to an analyte in a biological sample. The method further includes detecting and/or counting a cleavable tag attached to the second binding member and correlating the presence and/or the number of tags to presence and/or concentration of the analyte. Certain aspects of the methods do not involve a tag, rather the second binding member may be directly detected/quantitated. The detecting and/or counting may be performed by translocating the tag/second binding member through a nanopore. Devices and systems that are programmed to carry out the disclosed methods are also provided.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods of analyzing an analyte of interest in a biological sample using fluorescent agents and macroconjugates which comprise a core containing a cross-linked polymer or protein, tags, specific binding members or fragments thereof, and optionally carrier proteins. Also provided are methods of analyzing two or more analytes of interest in a biological sample in a single assay using microparticles and detection conjugates comprising different fluorophore labels, acquiring transmitted light and fluorescent images of the microparticles, and using a customized image analysis process to analyze the acquired images.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for analyte analysis using a nanopore are disclosed. The methods, devices, and systems utilize a first and a second binding member that each specifically bind to an analyte in a biological sample. The method further includes detecting and/or counting a cleavable tag attached to the second binding member and correlating the presence and/or the number of tags to presence and/or concentration of the analyte. Certain aspects of the methods do not involve a tag, rather the second binding member may be directly detected/quantitated. The detecting and/or counting may be performed by translocating the tag/second binding member through a nanopore. Devices and systems that are programmed to carry out the disclosed methods are also provided.

Abstract: Integrated microfluidic and analyte detection devices are disclosed, along with methods of detecting target analytes. Digital microfluidic and analyte detection devices include a first substrate and a second substrate aligned generally parallel to each other to define a gap therebetween, the first substrate including a plurality of electrodes to generate electrical actuation forces on a liquid droplet disposed in the gap; at least one reagent disposed on at least one of the first substrate or the second substrate and configured to be carried by the liquid droplet; and an analyte detection device in fluid communication with the gap, wherein the plurality of electrodes are configured to move the liquid droplet towards the analyte detection device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a class of compounds represented by Formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, pharmaceutical composition comprising compounds of the Formula I, and methods of selectively inhibiting or antagonizing the &agr;v&bgr;3 integrin.

Abstract: A hockey puck having a cavity and a self leveling weight disposed therein for causing the puck to topple from its side to a face when rolling and for maintaining a face of the puck substantially parallel to the playing surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a class of compounds represented by Formula I ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, pharmaceutical composition comprising compounds of the Formula I, and methods of selectively inhibiting or antagonizing the .alpha..sub.v .beta..sub.3 integrin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a class of compounds represented by the Formula I ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of the Formula I, and methods of selectively inhibiting or antagonizing the .alpha..sub.v .beta..sub.3 integrin.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH--, or --CH.dbd.N--;wherein R.sup.1 is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2 or tetrazole;wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbons or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation;wherein R is an alkyl of from 1 to 20 carbons, --(CH.sub.2).sub.p CF.sub.3 or --(CH.sub.2).sub.q R.sup.3 wherein R.sup.3 is alkoxy, phenoxy or alkoxy substituted phenoxy wherein the alkoxy group has from 1 to 8 carbons;wherein p and q are integers from 0 to 20;wherein n is 0 or 1; andwherein m is 0, 1, 2, or 3.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of the formula Ar.sup.1 --Q--Ar.sup.2 --Y--R--Z and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein Ar.sup.1 and Ar.sup.2 are optionally substituted aryl moieties, Z is an optionally substituted nitrogen-containing moiety which may be an acyclic, cyclic or bicyclic amine or an optionally substituted monocyclic or bicyclic nitrogen-containing heteroaromatic moiety; Q is a linking group capable of linking two aryl groups; R is an alkylene moiety; Y is a linking moiety capable of linking an aryl group to an alkylene moiety and wherein Z is bonded to R through a nitrogen atom. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions of the present invention are useful in the treatment of inflammatory diseases which are mediated by LTB.sub.4 production, such as psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, IBD and asthma.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH--, or --CH.dbd.N--;wherein R.sup.1 is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2 or tetrazole;wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbons or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation;wherein R is an alkyl of from 1 to 20 carbons, --(CH.sub.2).sub.p CF.sub.3 or --(CH.sub.2).sub.q R.sup.3 wherein R.sup.3 is alkoxy, phenoxy or alkoxy substituted phenoxy wherein the alkoxy group has from 1 to 8 carbons;wherein p and q are integers from 0 to 20;wherein n is 0 or 1; andwherein m is 0, 1, 2, or 3.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH--, or --CH.dbd.N--; wherein R.sup.1 is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2 or tetrazole; wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbons or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation; wherein R is an alkyl of from 1 to 20 carbons, --(CH.sub.2).sub.p CF.sub.3 or --(CH.sub.2).sub.q R.sup.3 wherein R.sup.3 is alkoxy, phenoxy or alkoxy substituted phenoxy wherein the alkoxy group has from 1 to 8 carbons; wherein p and q are integers from 0 to 20; wherein n is 0 or 1; and wherein m is 0, 1, 2, or 3.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH--or --CH.dbd.N--; wherein R.sub.1 is alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl of about 1 to 20 carbon atoms; wherein R is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2, tetrazole, methylsulfonamide or benzenesulfonamide, wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation and R.sup.3 is hydroxyl or halogen, having utility as LTB.sub.4 synthesis inhibitors.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxgen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH--or --CH.dbd.N--; wherein R.sub.1 is alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl of about 1 to 20 carbon atoms; wherein R is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2, tetrazole, methylsulfonamide or benzenesulfonamide, wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation and R.sup.3 is hydroxyl or halogen, having utility as LTB.sub.4 synthesis inhibitors.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH-- or --CH.dbd.N--; wherein R.sub.1 is alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl of about 1 to 20 carbon atoms; wherein R is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2, tetrazole, methylsulfonamide or benzenesulfonamide, wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation and R.sup.3 is hydroxyl or halogen, having utility as LTB.sub.4 synthesis inhibitors.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds for treating inflammatory conditions by inhibition of phospholipase A.sub.2 activity of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is oxygen, sulfur or --CH.dbd.CH--; wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbons or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation;wherein R.sup.2 is phenoxy, alkoxy, methyl, trifluoromethyl or phenyl;wherein n is an integer from 1 to 20;compositions comprised of the novel compounds; and methods of treating inflammatory conditions with these compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is oxygen, sulfur, --CH.dbd.CH-- or --CH.dbd.N--; wherein R.sub.1 is alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl of about 1 to 20 carbon atoms; wherein R is --CO.sub.2 R.sup.2, tetrazole, methylsulfonamide or benzenesulfonamide, wherein R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a pharmaceutically acceptable cation and R.sup.3 is hydroxyl or halogen, having utility as LTB.sub.4 synthesis inhibitors.