Abstract: An apparatus for punching and binding a stack of papers is disclosed. The apparatus includes a paper clamp and a binding element insertion device that are movable relative to each other. The binding element insertion device is configured to receive and detect binding elements of different sizes. The apparatus also includes a punching mechanism, a controller, and a user interface. The controller controls movement of the paper clamp and the binding element insertion device based on the size of the binding element needed to bind the stack of papers together. The user interface is configured to provide information to a user of the apparatus and to receive input from the user before, during, and after the punching and binding operation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel human hiwi protein and genes that encode such proteins. The invention is directed toward the isolation and characterization of human hiwi proteins. The invention specifically provides isolated complementary DNA copies of mRNA corresponding to a human hiwi gene. Also provided are recombinant expression constructs capable of expressing the human hiwi gene of the invention in cultures of transformed prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, as well as such cultures of transformed cells that synthesize the human hiwi proteins encoded therein. The invention also provides methods for isolating human hematopoietic stem cells.

Abstract: A block light birdhouse, comprising a roof on top of a clear block fixture, and a light source placed inside the clear block fixture

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel human hiwi protein and genes that encode such proteins. The invention is directed toward the isolation and characterization of human hiwi proteins. The invention specifically provides isolated complementary DNA copies of mRNA corresponding a human hiwi gene. Also provided are recombinant expression constructs capable of expressing the human hiwi gene of the invention in cultures of transformed prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, as well as such cultures of transformed cells that synthesize the human hiwi proteins encoded therein. The invention also provides methods for isolating human hematopoietic stem cells.

Abstract: A removable cartridge assembly for a master processing apparatus includes a cartridge body and a pair of feed roll assemblies. Each feed roll assembly includes a stock material wound about a core and mounting members on the ends of the core. Feed roll mounting structures removably secure the feed roll assemblies on the cartridge body so that, for example, a feed roll assembly from which the supply of stock material has been exhausted can be removed and replaced.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel human hiwi protein and genes that encode such proteins. The invention is directed toward the isolation and characterization of human hiwi proteins. The invention specifically provides isolated complementary DNA copies of mRNA corresponding a human hiwi gene. Also provided are recombinant expression constructs capable of expressing the human hiwi gene of the invention in cultures of transformed prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, as well as such cultures of transformed cells that synthesize the human hiwi proteins encoded therein. The invention also provides methods for isolating human hematopoietic stem cells.

Abstract: A unique database, a “transcriptosome” of a primate CD34+ cell, was compiled which is useful for the analysis and transplantation of bone marrow. Research and clinical applications arise from analysis of bone marrow, and related hemotopoietic tissues, prior to gene therapy or transplantation. Because the database contains many unknown and uncharacterized genes, an important use is the discovery of new genes that are relevant to hematopoiesis and stem cell growth. These genes may lead to further commercial products.

Abstract: A unique database, a “transcriptosome” of a primate CD34+ cell, was compiled which is useful for the analysis and transplantation of bone marrow. Research and clinical applications arise from analysis of bone marrow, and related hemotopoietic tissues, prior to gene therapy or transplantation. Because the database contains many unknown and uncharacterized genes, an important use is the discovery of new genes that are relevant to hematopoiesis and stem cell growth. These genes may lead to further commercial products.

Abstract: A process for supporting hematopoietic progenitor cells in a culture medium which contains at least one cytokine effective for supporting the cells and preferably, is essentially free of stromal cells.

Abstract: A process for supporting hematopoietic progenitor cells in a culture medium which contains at least one cytokine effective for supporting the cells and preferably, is essentially free of stromal cells.