Abstract: Cosmetic compositions containing an eyelash curling or branching agent, or a skin-lifting mask or lotion. The mascara composition comprises a SMP, at least one film-forming polymer and at least one wax and leads to a make-up product with good staying power, as well as good coating and curling. The skin-lifting mask or lotion comprises a SMP, a water phase and an oil phase and leads to a make-up product with a skin-lifting effect. The invention also pertains to a process for coating eyelashes which consists of applying the composition to the eyelashes with heat.

Abstract: An autonomic computing system for dynamically managing a performance model for a data center. Measured performance data for a data processing system and performance model performance data from a performance model of the data processing system are obtained from which is generated estimated performance data. Upon comparison, if a difference between the measured performance data and the estimated performance data falls within defined limits, the performance module in the performance model structure is identified as an accurate model. If the difference does not fall within defined limits, the estimated performance data, the model performance data, and the measured performance data is analyzed to estimate new performance parameters for the performance model structure. Responsive to estimating new performance parameters for the performance model structure, the performance model structure is updated with the estimated new performance parameters.

Abstract: There is provided an aqueous cosmetic composition. The composition has an amount of a water-resistant film former and an amount of an oil-resistant film former effective to impart resistance to both water and oil when applied to the lip and/or skin. A preferred composition is a lip coloring and gloss product.

Abstract: There is a method for lengthening keratin fibers. The method has the steps of a) applying to the keratin fibers a composition having a solvent and one or more polymers soluble or solubilizable in the solvent b) allowing the solvent to evaporate. The composition is applied in an amount sufficient to lengthen the keratin fibers. There are also other methods for lengthening keratin fibers. There is also a mascara composition.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the formation of physically cross-linked thermoplastic elastomeric films are disclosed. The disclosed films are long-lasting, flexible, transfer resistant, and water-proof. The film-forming compositions comprise a thermoplastic elastomer, a tackifier resin, and a volatile solvent useful for formulating cosmetics, personal care products, and pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the in situ formation of cross-linked organosiloxane films are disclosed. The disclosed films are long-lasting, flexible, transfer-resistant, water-resistant and oil-resistant. The film-forming compositions generally comprise alkoxy-terminated organosiloxane polymers and a catalyst and are useful for formulating cosmetics and personal care products.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for forming a film on a biological surface which are long-lasting, flexible, transfer-resistant, water-proof, and comfortable to the wearer. The compositions generally comprise pressure sensitive adhesive polymers, optionally with the addition of plasticizers, tackifiers, or other film formers, and are useful for formulating cosmetics and personal care products.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the in situ formation of hydrosilylation (addition) cross-linked organosiloxane films are disclosed. The disclosed films are long-lasting, flexible, transfer-resistant, and water-proof. The film-forming compositions generally comprise alkoxy-terminated organosiloxane polymers and a catalyst and are useful for formulating cosmetics and personal care products.

Abstract: This invention discloses a method for controlling inter-frequency hard handoffs by using user equipment(UE) event-triggered reporting mode in a WCDMA system, being applicable to geographical cells covered by multiple frequency points. Its main technical feature is that the radio network controller (RNC), after receiving reported results from the UE, performs the decision and execution according to the specific events. This method has the advantages of a reasonable logic and high efficiency, being able to well ensure the realization of the inter-frequency handoffs required by a WCDMA system, improved communication quality, reduced transmission power of the UE, reduced interference to other cells, and increased system capacity, etc.

Abstract: There are provided two-part cosmetic products and methods for imparting a filling and swelling effect to skin, lips, hair, eyelashes, and/or eyebrows. The two-part cosmetic product has an anhydrous liquid or semi-solid first part composition with a water absorbent polymer, and a water-based second part composition with a water soluble or water dispersible film former. Optionally, the anhydrous first part composition has an oil absorbent polymer. Preferably, the product is wax-free, and is incorporated into a lip line filler, a volumizing mascara, and/or an anti-wrinkle skin care composition.

Abstract: There are provided compositions and methods for imparting a long-wear and glossy effect to skin, lips, eyelashes, hair, and/or fingernails and toenails. The composition has hydrogenated polycyclopentadiene and a liquid gloss agent having a refractive index of at least 1.47. Preferably, the composition has phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, and is in a lipstick, a lip gloss, a mascara, an eye shadow, and/or a nail enamel composition.

Abstract: This invention is directed to the use of an inhibitor of cathepsin-S or -B, or composition thereof, to treat or prevent chronic obstruction pulmonary disease, or physiological condition associated therewith. Such a therapy would occur using at least one of such inhibitors alone or in combination with the other, or further in combination with an anti-inflammatory agent.

Abstract: This invention is directed to the use of an inhibitor of cathepsin-S or -B, or composition thereof to treat or prevent chronic obstruction pulmonary disease, or physiological condition associated therewith. Such a therapy would occur using at least one of such inhibitors alone or in combination with the other, or further in combination with an anti-inflammatory agent.

Abstract: This invention discloses a method for controlling inter-frequency hard handoffs by using user equipment(UE) event-triggered reporting mode in a WCDMA system, being applicable to geographical cells covered by multiple frequency points. Its main technical feature is that the radio network controller (RNC), after receiving reported results from the UE, performs the decision and execution according to the specific events. This method has the advantages of a reasonable logic and high efficiency, being able to well ensure the realization of the inter-frequency handoffs required by a WCDMA system, improved communication quality, reduced transmission power of the UE, reduced interference to other cells, and increased system capacity, etc.

Abstract: Carbonaceous insertion compounds and methods for preparation are described wherein the compounds comprise a highly disordered, impurity free, hard pre-graphitic carbonaceous host. Carbonaceous insertion compounds can be prepared which have large reversible capacity for lithium yet low irreversible capacity and voltage hysteresis. Such insertion compounds can be prepared by simple pyrolysis of suitable epoxy, phenolic resin, or carbohydrate precursors at an appropriate temperature. These insertion compounds may be suitable for use as high capacity anodes in lithium ion batteries.

Abstract: A multi-fold rechargeable battery cell structure comprising electrode elements and separator elements, wherein relief slots are formed along the fold axes of the outermost electrode elements in order to relieve folding stresses which could result in damage and impairment of the operation of the cell. The slots are formed adjacent to regions of intact electrode material in each outermost electrode element and are arranged such that the slots of one electrode element are aligned with the regions of intact electrode material of the other electrode element. In this manner, electrode element planar integrity is maintained while the effective laminate fold region thickness is reduced.

Abstract: Carbonaceous insertion compounds and methods for preparation are described wherein the compounds comprise a highly disordered, impurity free, hard pre-graphitic carbonaceous host. Carbonaceous insertion compounds can be prepared which have large reversible capacity for lithium yet low irreversible capacity and voltage hysteresis. Such insertion compounds can be prepared by simple pyrolysis of suitable epoxy, phenolic resin, or carbohydrate precursors at an appropriate temperature. These insertion compounds may be suitable for use as high capacity anodes in lithium ion batteries.

Abstract: A compound having the formula Li.sub.q Cr.sub.x-y Ni.sub.y Mn.sub.2-x O.sub.4+z where q.gtoreq.2, 1.0.ltoreq.x.ltoreq.1.25, 0<y<0.9, and z.gtoreq.0. The invention also features an electrode composition containing this compound and processes for preparing a compound having the formula Li.sub.q Cr.sub.x-y Ni.sub.y Mn.sub.2-x O.sub.4+z where q.gtoreq.2, 1.0.ltoreq.x.ltoreq.1.25, 0<y<0.9, and z.gtoreq.0.

Abstract: A process for preparing a compound that includes the steps of: (a) preparing a solution comprising (i) a chromium source, (ii) a manganese source, (iii) a lithium source, and (iv) an oxygen source, where the relative amounts of each of the sources is selected to yield, following step (c), a compound having the formula Li.sub.y Cr.sub.x Mn.sub.2-x O.sub.4+z where y.gtoreq.2, 0.25<x<2, and z.gtoreq.0; (b) treating the solution to form a gel; and (c) heating the gel under an inert atmosphere for a time and at a temperature sufficient to yield a compound having the formula Li.sub.y Cr.sub.x Mn.sub.2-x O.sub.4+z where y.gtoreq.2, 0.25<x<2, and z.gtoreq.0. The invention also features a compound having the formula Li.sub.y Cr.sub.x Mn.sub.2-x O.sub.4+z where y>2, 0.25<x<2, and z.gtoreq.0, and an electrode composition containing this compound.