Abstract: This specification discloses methods for integrating a SiGe-based HBT (heterojunction bipolar transistor) and a Si-based BJT (bipolar junction transistor) together in a single manufacturing process that does not add a lot of process complexity, and an integrated circuit that can be fabricated utilizing such a streamlined manufacturing process. In some embodiments, such an integrated circuit can enjoy both the benefits of a higher RF (radio frequency) performance for the SiGe HBT and a lower leakage current for the Si-based BJT. In some embodiments, such an integrated circuit can be applied to an ESD (electrostatic discharge) clamp circuit, in order to achieve a lower, or no, yield-loss.

Abstract: This specification discloses methods for integrating a SiGe-based HBT (heterojunction bipolar transistor) and a Si-based BJT (bipolar junction transistor) together in a single manufacturing process that does not add a lot of process complexity, and an integrated circuit that can be fabricated utilizing such a streamlined manufacturing process. In some embodiments, such an integrated circuit can enjoy both the benefits of a higher RF (radio frequency) performance for the SiGe HBT and a lower leakage current for the Si-based BJT. In some embodiments, such an integrated circuit can be applied to an ESD (electrostatic discharge) clamp circuit, in order to achieve a lower, or no, yield-loss.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing a capacitor on a substrate, the capacitor including a first electrode (5) and a second electrode (12; 25), the first and second electrodes being separated by a cavity (16; 32), the substrate including an insulating surface layer (3), the first electrode (5) being arranged on the insulating surface layer a first metal body (7a; 20) being adjacent to the first electrode and arranged as anchor of the second electrode (12; 25) the second electrode being arranged as a beam-shaped body (12; 25) located on the first metal body and above the first electrode; the cavity (16; 32) being laterally demarcated by a sidewall of the first metal body.

Abstract: Method for manufacturing a capacitor on a substrate, the capacitor including a first electrode (5) and a second electrode (12; 25), the first and second electrodes being separated by a cavity (16; 32), the substrate including an insulating surface layer (3), the first electrode (5) being arranged on the insulating surface layer a first metal body (7a; 20) being adjacent to the first electrode and arranged as anchor of the second electrode (12; 25) the second electrode being arranged as a beam-shaped body (12; 25) located on the first metal body and above the first electrode; the cavity (16; 32) being laterally demarcated by a sidewall of the first metal body.

Abstract: Diagnostics and therapeutics for osteoporosis, which are bases upon the identification of a subjects IL-1 haplotype and genotype pattern are described.

Abstract: Diagnostics and therapeutics for osteoporosis, which are bases upon the identification of a subjects IL-1 haplotype and genotype pattern are described.

Abstract: A method of predicting whether a subject is predisposed to developing early-onset menopause is provided. The method involves genotyping a patient at the IL-1 gene loci.

Abstract: Diagnostics and therapeutics for osteoporosis, which are bases upon the identification of a subjects IL-1 haplotype and genotype pattern are described.

Abstract: Diagnostics and therapeutics for osteoporosis, which are based on the identification of the subject's IL-1 haplotype pattern are described.

Abstract: A method of predicting whether a subject is predisposed to developing early-onset menopause is provided. The method involves genotyping a patient at the IL-1 gene loci.

Abstract: Diagnostics and therapeutics for osteoporosis, which are based on the identification of the subject's IL-1 haplotype pattern are described.

Abstract: The invention relates to the cloning and sequencing of the DNA encoding a membrane associated proteolipid from C. matruchotii that is capable of inducing in vitro calcium binding. A proteolipid was extracted from cultures of C. matruchotii and separated into a lipid component and three apoproteins having molecular weights of approximately 5.0, 5.5 and 7.5 kDa as determined by SDS-PAGE. The invention also includes the polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies directed against the membrane associated proteolipid and immunological assays developed with these antibodies.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the cloning and sequencing of DNA encoding membrane-associated proteolipids from C. matruchotii to vectors comprising the DNA and to host cells containing vectors including the novelty DNA.