Abstract: A notification system for satellite broadcasts is provided, the system comprising a database that is a depository for notification information, an encoder that encodes notification information from the database for satellite broadcasts, and a data linker that associates encoded notification information with at least one packet identifier (PID) for transmission to at least one satellite system transponder. Additionally, a receiver is described that can decode notification information from any multimedia content stream source utilizing a detector, a decoder and a notification information lookup.

Abstract: A global program guide pause function in a broadcast multimedia system including a first main control configured to process multimedia content received from a packet processor, the first main control including an analyzer module for acquiring and analyzing program guide data to determine multiple time-delayed start content, a filtration module for filtering undesired content and enabling desired data streams to be saved in at least one global memory device, and a guide module for creating a program guide comprising only non-filtered programs being offered at time-delayed start times. The guide module is further configured to create multiple listings in the program guide showing a real-time versus a delayed-start time for each non-filtered program. A popular stream packet processor can be provided for saving data content corresponding to popular programs.

Abstract: A system for providing content stream filtering in a broadcast multimedia system having a global pause function includes a pre-pause controller configured for processing audio and video data content prior to the global pause function, the data content being received from a packet processor. The pre-pause controller includes an analyzer module for acquiring and analyzing program guide data to apply selection criteria to determine desired content to be stored in a pause function memory device, a filtration module for filtering out undesired content and enabling desired data content comprising primary filtered content to be saved in at least one pause function memory device, and a guide module for creating a program guide comprising only primary filtered content to be offered to viewers.

Abstract: Provided is a method of vaccinating a patient against a tumor by administering an agent to reduce or prevent interaction between Notch and a Notch ligand, or expression or processing of Notch or a Notch ligand. In one embodiment, this is accomplished by administering to the patient a tumor antigen expressed by the tumor and exposing an antigen presenting cell in the patient to an agent that reduces or prevents interaction, expression or processing of Notch or a Notch ligand in a T cell.

Abstract: A segmented display system in which the display devices are arranged in a N×1 array is described. The segmented display system includes a plurality of projection devices that each project a portion of an image on a corresponding one of the display devices in the N×1 array. Distortion from extra light is minimized using a moveable mask around each projection device lens in the N×1 array.

Abstract: A mirror arrangement consisting of two or more mirrors that are positioned to rotate an image in a projection system is described. The two or more mirrors can be any size to accommodate any size image that may be needed. An image beam produced by the projector or any other light source impinges on a first mirror positioned at an angle with respect thereto. This image beam is reflected towards a second mirror positioned at an angle with respect to the first mirror and reflected to a screen or other display source. The end result is that the projected image is rotated with respect to the source projector image in an efficient and inexpensive way.

Abstract: A structure to adjust optical seaming filters in the z-direction is provided. The adjuster structure uses 5 degrees of freedom to individually adjust a filter on a projector in the z-direction to optimize the projected seam. A set of common identical filters may be used with these adjuster structures and still produce a set of filters that are unique to each projector. The present invention allows the filters to be adjusted in multiple dimensions so the specifications of a particular filter can be relaxed since the adjuster can provide the required unique properties.

Abstract: A method for the treatment or prevention of an undesirable immune response, comprising the simultaneous administration of an immunosuppressant such as cyclosporine and a PPAR-gamma agonist, such as pioglitazone or rosiglitazone. Undesirable immune responses include, for example, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or transplant rejection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of therapeutic compounds in the modification of T-cell, T-cell-antigen presenting cell (APC) interactions and the interactions between pathogenic organisms and immunocompetent cells of a host. In particular it relates to the use of these compounds in the modulation of the interaction between Notch proteins and their ligands and to the use of such compounds in the therapy of conditions such as graft rejection, autoimmunity, allergy, and asthma and infectious diseases.

Abstract: A method for forming a hydrophobic coating on the surface of a substrate comprising linking particulate material by polymer strands and cross-linking at least some of the polymer strands. The invention further relates to hydrophobic coatings comprising particles of a particulate material linked together and to a surface by polymer strands, wherein some of the polymer strands are cross-linked. The method of the invention can be used to form superhydrophobic coatings.

Abstract: A method of forming a hydrophobic coating on the surface of a substrate, the method comprises the steps of (a) forming an emulsion comprising particulate material, a decomposable surfactant, water and an organic solvent; (b) applying the emulsion to the surface to form a coating on the surface; (c) exposing the coating to conditions such that all or substantially all of the water and the organic solvent are removed from the coating, and the particles of the particulate material become bound together and to the surface; and (d) exposing the coating to conditions such that the decomposable surfactant decomposes.

Abstract: Compositions containing liposomes may be prepared by sonicating the liposomes in a clear liquid to obtain a clear composition of matter. Beverages prepared are clear and visually appealing. Compositions of the invention help to protect from cell damage.

Abstract: This invention relates to protecting cells from damage and stimulating cell repair by administration of vitamin E phosphate encapsulated in phosphatidylcholine liposomes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of therapeutic compounds in the modification of T-cells, T-cell-antigen presenting cell (APC) interactions and the interaction between pathogenic organism and immunocompetent cells of a host. In particular, it relates to the use of these compounds in the modulation of the interaction between Notch proteins and their ligands and to the use of such compounds in the therapy of conditions such as graft rejection, autoimmunity, allergy, asthma and infectious diseases.

Abstract: This invention provides a method of measuring oxidative response of cells without recourse to preparation of cell culture. The process involves: 1) preparing suspensions of cells from a living host in isotonic solutions, 2) preparing samples of test materials in isotonic solution containing tagged choline, 3) adding the cells suspension prepared in step 1 to the samples prepared in step 2, 4) incubating the product of step 3 with shaking for 2-90 minutes, 5) extracting and drying the lipid phase from the product of step 4, and 6) subjecting the product of step 5 to a scintillation counter to measure choline which has been incorporated into phosphatidylcholine (PC). An increase in incorporation of choline into PC in the short term indicates oxidative stress or free radical induced damage. Because the method of the invention using the cell isolates does not require the expense of cell culture with concomitant expense and possibility of cell change, it is particularly useful for clinical evaluation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of therapeutic compounds in the modification of T-cell, T-cell-antigen presenting cell (APC) interactions and the interactions between pathogenic organisms and immunocompetent cells of a host. In particular it relates to the use of these compounds in the modulation of the interaction between Notch proteins and their ligands and to the use of such compounds in the therapy of conditions such as graft rejection, autoimmunity, allergy, and asthma and infectious diseases.

Abstract: Provided is a method of modulating T-cell activation, proliferation or apoptosis by contacting T-cells with a modulator of a Hedgehog signalling pathway or a modulator of a pathway which is a target of the Hedgehog signaling pathway.

Abstract: A method for monitoring the immune system comprising monitoring the Notch signalling pathway.

Abstract: A method is provided for enhancing the reactivity of a T cell toward a tumour cell which method comprises:

Abstract: This invention provides means of measuring oxidative response of cells without recourse to preparation of cell culture.