Abstract: The present invention relates to reagents and methods for influenza virus detection. These reagents and methods disclosed in the present invention enable simple, rapid, specific and sensitive detection of influenza virus types A and B. These reagents are N-acetylneuraminic acid-firefly luciferin conjugates which can be cleaved by influenza virus neuraminidase.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and device of reducing pain and other symptoms in a patient utilizing a non-invasive electrical stimulation device applied over acupuncture points and adjacent nerves of a patient. The non-invasive electrical stimulation device is a portable electrical therapeutic device. The device includes electronic circuitry for imparting electrical impulses to the desired acupuncture points and areas. Batteries within the device power the electric circuitry, and an operable switch on the device controls on/off and pulse frequency and amplitude.

Abstract: The methods and compositions provided herein are based on use of reporter system to detect multiple analyte in a sample. The reporter system can be a signal amplification system that includes a carrier, typically a particle containing an analyte binding moiety, and multiple copies of a signaling moiety. Different reporter system can bind with different analyte. Different reporter system or their signaling moiety can be distinguished and detected. In various embodiments, the signaling moiety is physically released from its carrier after the carrier has been bound to the analyte and distinguished and detected after the release.

Abstract: An affordable and easy to install multiple zone HVAC system comprising powered wireless adjustable registers controlled by their respective zone controllers, and a central controller that controls the HVAC unit and coordinates zone controller for concerted action.

Abstract: Methods and compounds are provided to improve the desorption and ionization of analyte for mass spectrometry analysis. More specifically, it is for laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry. The method uses photon energy absorbing molecules that can bind with analyte either temporarily or permanently to improve the desorption and ionization of analyte.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and device of reducing pain and other symptoms in a patient utilizing a non-invasive electrical stimulation device applied over acupuncture points and adjacent nerves of a patient. The non-invasive electrical stimulation device is a portable electrical therapeutic device. The device includes electronic circuitry for imparting electrical impulses to the desired acupuncture points and areas. Batteries within the device power the electric circuitry, and an operable switch on the device controls on/off and pulse frequency and amplitude.

Abstract: A method for inactivating pathogens is provided. This method generally comprises the application of an effective amount of inhibitory compounds, preferably as a topical formulation, either alone or in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent. The inhibitory compounds include a copolymer of maleic acid and styrenesulfonic acid, polyvinyl phthalate sulphate, and their salts. The method can be used for preventing transmission and infection of sexual transmitted diseases, for treating and preventing bacterial vaginitis, and as a contraceptive method. These contraceptives generally have fewer side effects than conventional vaginal contraceptives (e.g., Nonoxynol-9). For example, the compounds useful in the methods of the invention not only are not toxic to natural and beneficial flora and, thus, do not upset the local microbiological balance, but also help maintain a low pH in the vaginal environment.