Abstract: The present invention includes an apparatus and method for aiding mood, emotion, or physiological state comprising: a substrate that is capable of capturing or absorbing one or more organic compounds from a subject having a first physiologic or emotional state at a first time; and an element that is capable of controlling the capture of the one or more organic compounds at a first time, or the release of the one or more organic compounds from the substrate at a second time, wherein exposure to an effective amount of the organic compounds changes the mood, emotion, or physiological state of the subject.

Abstract: The present application discloses the unexpected result that a neuroactive steroid such as B260 can act as a general anesthetic and that it has no neurotoxic side effects such as impairing brain development.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to the treatment of tumors and cancerous tissues and the prevention of tumorigenesis and malignant transformation through the modulation of STAT3 intracellular signaling. The subject invention concerns pharmaceutical compositions containing one or more withacnistin compounds, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or derivative thereof. In one embodiment, the subject invention concerns a composition comprising a mixture of withacnistin, 3-methoxy-2,3-dihydrowithacnistin, and 3-ethoxy-2,3-dihydrowithacnistin, or a salt or derivative of any of the foregoing. Another aspect of the invention concerns methods of inhibiting the growth of a tumor by administering one or more withacnistin compounds, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or derivative thereof, to a patient, wherein the tumor is characterized by the constitutive activation of the STAT3 intracellular signaling pathway.

Abstract: A method and composition for preserving muscle mass and function by increasing muscle protein synthesis and/or decreasing muscle protein degradation in mammals is disclosed. In one embodiment, the mammals are administered a protein building composition comprising at least two of an essential amino acid, an amino acid derivative, and a nitrogenous organic acid. In a particular embodiment, the protein building composition comprises leucine, L-carnitine, and creatine. The protein building composition can decrease TNF-? and increase mTOR expression in muscle.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of sealing or treating an acne lesion on a person's skin, the method comprising contacting the acne lesion with a styptic composition comprising an anti-acne agent and a sufficient amount of a styptic to seal the lesion within 30 seconds after topical application of the composition to the acne lesion, wherein the anti-acne agent is salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, benzoic acid, or tretinoin and the styptic is aluminum sulfate or potassium alum.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of treating ovarian cancer comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of methacycline, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The methacycline can be administered as part of treatment regimen, which also can include other chemo- or immune-therapies, radiation therapy, and/or surgical treatments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of modulating cellular activity. More particularly, the present invention provides a method of modulating apoptosis by modulating protein 14-3-3 phosphorylation and, thereby, its functionality. The present invention still further extends to methods for identifying agents capable of modulating protein 14-3-3 phosphorylation. The method and molecules of the present invention are useful, inter alia, in the treatment and/or prophylaxis of conditions characterised by unwanted cellular activity, such as unwanted cell survival.

Abstract: Oral dosage forms of osteoclast inhibitors, such as zoledronic acid, in an acid or a salt form can be used to treat or alleviate pain or related conditions, such as bone marrow lesions.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is the crystalline form of the potassium salt of 2-((3R,6S)-2-hydroxy-3-(2-(thiophen-2-yl)acetamido)-1,2-oxaborinan-6-yl)acetic acid. The crystalline form maybe formulated for treating subjects with bacterial infection. Accordingly, some embodiments relate to compositions and methods of administering the potassium salt of 2-((3R,6S)-2-hydroxy-3-(2-(thiophen-2-yl)acetamido)-1,2-oxaborinan-6-yl)acetic acid.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to topical dermatological formulations, dermatological cleansing compositions, and bathwater conditioners designed to acidify the skin, and their use for restoring epidermal acidity, restoring a the epidermal barrier, inhibiting inflammation, establishing an environment appropriate for maintaining a balanced symbiotic microbiome, and inhibiting the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in the epidermis—the outer layer of mammalian skin.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to treatment of a pulmonary disease. The methods and kits provided herein facilitate relieving the symptoms resulting from the pulmonary disease (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), etc.).

Abstract: The embodiments relate to compositions useful in the treatment, inhibition or prevention of urinary tract infection in a subject. The compositions comprise a pH increasing agent, a pH decreasing agent and man nose or an analogue thereof. The pH increasing agent and the pH decreasing agent are provided to be alternately administered to the subject.

Abstract: The novel aspect of this invention is that it is a unique formulation of naturally occurring compounds with a unique intention to assist the concerns associated with autoimmune conditions, mainly inflammatory bowel disease (collectively Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome), Type 1 diabetes, Multiple sclerosis, Psoriasis and the suspected infection of the pathogen Mycobacterium avium sub-species paratuberculosis (MAP). Furthermore, its intent is to address the lack of treatment options available for those with aforementioned autoimmune conditions. Specifically, to offer an alternative option that does not pose the amount of negative side effects that may be associated with contemporary treatment methods. The invention will offer a treatment method that is lower in cost as persons with autoimmune conditions conventional treatment methods costs are rising even under most insurance provider's coverage.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the invention provides a method of regenerating organs and tissues in a subject suffering from one or more organ or tissue manifestations of glucose supply side associated metabolic syndrome, the method comprising: (a) confirming that the subject suffers from or is at risk for suffering from organ and/or tissue damage associated with a glucose supply side associated metabolic syndrome; and (b) co-administering to the subject an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising a first and optionally a second active composition, said first active composition comprising an ileal brake hormone releasing substance encapsulated within an enteric coating which releases said substance within said subject's ileum and ascending colon causing release of at least one ileal brake hormone from L-cells of said subject, said optional second active composition being formulated in immediate and/or early release form in an over coating onto said enteric coating, wherein said second composition is b

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions, articles, and method for enhancing exercise performance in a subject. The method involves contacting the oral cavity of the subject with a composition comprising a sweet and caloric food product for a period sufficient to cause a cephalic phase response in the subject.

Abstract: The present application relates to compounded compositions, methods of making compounded compositions, kits comprising compounded compositions, containers comprising compounded compositions, and methods of using compounded compositions. The present application also relates to anti-infective agents and methods of using anti-infective agents. For example, disclosed herein are compounded compositions comprising an anti-bacterial agent, an anti-fungal agent, and an excipient base and methods of using a compounded composition to treat or prevent a bacterial infection, a fungal infection, or both, or a suspected bacterial infection, a suspected fungal infection, or both. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: The present application relates to compounded compositions, methods of making compounded compositions, kits comprising compounded compositions, containers comprising compounded compositions, and methods of using compounded compositions. The present application also relates to anti-infective agents and methods of using anti-infective agents. For example, disclosed herein are compounded compositions comprising an anti-bacterial agent, an anti-fungal agent, and an excipient base and methods of using a compounded composition to treat or prevent a bacterial infection, a fungal infection, or both, or a suspected bacterial infection, a suspected fungal infection, or both. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: Provided is a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating a muscle wasting-related disease of a subject, the composition including one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of isotretinoin, vismodegib, and lincomycin, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, stereoisomers, derivatives, or solvates thereof, or combinations thereof, and a method of preventing or treating a muscle wasting-related disease using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antiviral composition comprising any one selected from the group consisting of chlorine, phosphocholine, cytidine triphosphate, CDP-choline, phosphorylcholine, and phosphatidylcholine. The antiviral composition is harmless to the human body and exhibits an excellent inhibitory effect on virus proliferation. Therefore, it can be applied to a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating viral diseases as well as a health functional food, a quasi-drug composition, and a feed composition for preventing or ameliorating viral diseases.

Abstract: Methods involve feeding ruminants a milk replacer, where the milk replacer comprises an amount of soluble mannan oligosaccharides. The ruminants may be calves, and may be between about 0 and about 6 weeks of age. In response to ingesting the milk replacer, the ruminants may increase a rate of weight gain.

Abstract: The present invention includes compositions and methods of making and using a dietary supplement manufactured from one or more natural polysaccharides previously incubated with a probiotic bacteria in a bioreactor system, wherein the bacteria process the polysaccharides and the resulting processed polysaccharide are provided in the nutritional supplement.

Abstract: Described herein are materials and methods useful for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders and bone disorders, as well as healing wounds, in a subject. Materials described herein include polysaccharide digestive products resulting from the enzymatic hydrolysis of low acyl gellan gum. Also described herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more of such materials, and methods for their preparation and use.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of delivering a nucleic acid to a cell or tissue, the method including administering the nucleic acid in combination with at least one drug that modulates a membrane transport mechanism. Methods of treating various diseases are also provided.

Abstract: Methods of treating cancer comprising administering a LMWH.

Abstract: The current invention involves the administration of negatively charged particles, such as polystyrene, PLGA, or diamond particles, to subjects to ameliorate inflammatory immune responses. Additionally, the present invention describes methods of treating inflammatory diseases by administering these same negatively charged particles.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods of removing potassium or treating hyperkalemia by administering pharmaceutical compositions of cation exchange polymers with low crosslinking for improved potassium excretion and for beneficial physical properties to increase patient compliance.

Abstract: A dialysis acid precursor assembly including: a bicarbonate containing concentrate and a dialysis acid concentrate solution including powder components mixed with water. The powder components include (1) a sodium chloride powder, (2) at least one dry acid powder, and (3) a magnesium chloride 4.5-hydrate (MgC12.4.5H2O) powder in a quantity such that a concentration of about 7.5-50 mM magnesium ions is provided in the dialysis acid concentrate solution.

Abstract: The invention relates to tungsten (VI) salts for use thereof in the treatment of infertility in a non-diabetic female mammal, for favoring normal reproduction and fertility in a non-diabetic female mammal, or for increasing the efficacy of an assisted reproductive technique applied to a mammal, as well as compositions containing same and methods for treatment using same.

Abstract: Compositions, systems and methods of dispensing compositions for treating skin conditions, the compositions including an inorganic compound and having desirable viscosity, spreadability and foam drainage profiles.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical formulation comprising exosomes derived from mobilized stem cells, and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, adjuvants, or vehicles. A pharmaceutical formulation comprising a microvesicles derived from mobilized stem cells, and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, adjuvants, or vehicles. A pharmaceutical formulation comprising an exosome-derived and/or microvesicle derived molecule and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers, adjuvants, or vehicles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hyaluronic acid-rich node and duct system (HAR-NDS)-derived stem cells, a method for separating the same, and a use thereof and, more specifically, to node and ductal stem cells (NDSCs), which are adult stem cells having an ability to differentiate into HAR-NDS-derived neural cells, and hematopoietic stem cells having an ability to differentiate into blood cells. The present invention is capable of separating, from HAR-NDS, adult stem cells NDSCs and hematopoietic stem cells, which are not easy to obtain from bone marrow, peripheral blood and umbilical cord blood (cord blood), as an alternative source, and thus can be usefully used for treatment of brain diseases, neurological diseases, chronic infectious diseases, cancers, autoimmune diseases, organ regeneration treatments and various intractable diseases.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a cellular-based therapies for modulating the level of regulatory T cells (Treg) and/or the level of pro-inflammatory T cells (Th17/Th1). To provide these therapeutic effects, a combination comprising at least one a cellular pro-tolerogenic preparation and at least one a cellular pro-inflammatory preparation are administered sequentially.

Abstract: A cancer immunotherapy method is disclosed in which “induced immune anticancer agents” are isolated after being induced in an animal host by intralesional (IL) administration of a halogenated xanthene tumor-ablative compound into a solid cancerous tumor of that host animal. A sample of the induced immune anticancer agents is removed (collected) from the tumor-bearing host, banked if desired, cultured and preferentially expanded to form an immunologically-effective enriched tumor-specific immune anticancer agent composition. That composition is reintroduced in to the host from which the predecessor induced immune anticancer agents were taken, or into another immunologically suitable host in need.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for inactivating MHC genes, using zinc finger nucleases (ZFNs) comprising a zinc finger protein and a cleavage domain or cleavage half-domain in conditions able to preserve cell viability. Polynucleotides encoding ZFNs, vectors comprising polynucleotides encoding ZFNs and cells comprising polynucleotides encoding ZFNs and/or cells comprising ZFNs are also provided.

Abstract: A fibrosis-causing agent is highly effective in the fibrosis of tissues. The fibrosis-causing agent contains a fibrosis inducer and a fibrosis promoter. A fibrosis-causing agent dosage form and a method of administering the fibrosis-causing agent is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to provide a fermented milk product includes angiogenin and/or angiogenin hydrolysate in an amount of 0.9 mg/100 g to 150 mg/100 g, and lactoperoxidase and/or lactoperoxidase hydrolysate in the mass ratio to the angiogenin and/or angiogenin hydrolysate of 0.3 to 23.

Abstract: Described herein are methods and compositions which lead to the efficient ex vivo expansion of hematopoietic cells, such as hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) and hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells HSPCs. Using combinations of small molecule drugs and cytokines/growth factors/grown factors targeting epigenetic status in cells, significant improvements in the expansion of cells was observed, including cells isolated from human cord blood or peripheral mobilized stem/progenitor cells. Multiple genes implicated in HSPC function were unperturbed, and efficiency of genomic editing using lentivirus was greatly enhanced following treatment. These novel approaches could be used therapeutically in a variety of hematopoietic transplantation settings, in addition to benefiting gene therapy techniques.

Abstract: Briefly stated, the present invention provides compositions and methods for treating or preventing joint injuries utilizing hair follicle derived Non-Bulbar Dermal Sheath (“NDBS”) cells. Within one aspect of the invention methods are provided for isolating NBDS cells, comprising the steps of: (a) preparing vital hair; (b) cleaving the hair prepared in step (a) to remove the hair follicle bulb; (c) isolating Non-Bulbar Dermal Sheath tissue; and (d) cultivating the isolated Non-Bulbar Dermal sheath tissue to produce NBDS cells. Within one embodiment of the invention the vital hair is obtained by full skin biopsy from the occipital scalp of a subject.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to the field of Oncology, and in particular embodiments directed to a method of ameliorating, treating, or preventing a malignancy in a human subject wherein the steps of the method assist or boost the immune system in eradicating cancerous cells. In certain embodiments, administration of beneficial bacteria to an individual's microbiome that have been modified so as to produce effective amounts of desired compositions, compounds, agents, e.g. tomatidine, p53 protein, statins, etc., is employed to address cancerous conditions. In several embodiments, the administration of such beneficial bacteria and microbes to an individual's microbiome invokes either an active (or a passive) immune response to destroy, weaken or render less invasive certain cancerous cells, and preferably maintains muscle tissue to combat cancer cachexia.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides engineered genetic systems and methods to confer the ability to target and degrade undesirable nuclic acids in an organism so as to combat gastrointestinal, skin or urinary tract disease and infection, prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance, and/or decontaminate environmental pathogens. The engineered genetic system can also be used for the therapeutic treatment of humans and animals. The undesirable nucleic acids can be DNA and/or RNA.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of differentiation, isolation, propagation, and storage of small colony variants (SCVs) of E. coli, preferably E. coli 83972 or E. coli HU2117, or modified or variant forms thereof, and methods for using the pre-pared SCV bacteria to establish probiotic biofilms in treated subjects and/or on treated medical devices.

Abstract: An embodiment is a method of preventing, mitigating or treating Lupus that includes administering an effective amount of a medicament to a human comprised of Lactobacillus bulgaricus B-30892 and/or a supernatant resulting from culturing Lactobacillus bulgaricus B-30892 and/or bioactive materials resulting from culturing Lactobacillus bulgaricus B-30892 to prevent, mitigate or treat Lupus.

Abstract: A first aspect of the invention relates to a porcine lactic acid bacterial strain, wherein said bacterial strain is characterised by one or more of the following characteristics: (i) the ability to exhibit antimicrobial activity against E. coli; (ii) the ability to exhibit antimicrobial activity against S. enteritidis; (iii) the ability to suppress inflammation in IPEC cells induced by 12-0-tetradecaboylphorbol-13-acetate (PMA); (iv) the ability to block the attachment or invasion of IPEC cells by S. enteritidis; (v) the ability to block the attachment or invasion of IPEC cells by E. coli; (vi) the absence of antibiotic resistance to one or more antibiotics selected from the following: ampicillin; cefotaxime; chloramphenicol; erythromycin; gentamicin; tetracycline; vancomycin; metronizadole; nalidixic acid; and kanamycin; and (vii) the ability to exhibit heat stability when subjected to three cycles of heating, each cycle comprising heating at a temperature of 70° C. for a period of 15 minutes.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are hereby disclosed for enhancing weight gain and feed efficiency in a bird, such as a chicken, a turkey, or a laying hen, among others. The methods include administering to the bird a lactic acid producing bacterium (LAB) or combination of LABs. The disclosed methods and compositions also help reduce pathogen infection in the bird and reduce incidence of pathogen contamination in eggs produced by laying hens.

Abstract: Suppository compositions are provided combining a pharmaceutically acceptable matrix material that is solid outside of the human body and in a dry environment, but which melts at body temperature; and apple cider vinegar and one or more species of probiotic bacteria dispersed within the matrix material; wherein the matrix material contains a mixture of fatty acids that are solid at room temperature. Methods for supplementing and nourishing the microbiome of the rectum of a male or female and the microbiome of the vagina of a female are also disclosed. Oral dosage forms of the compositions of the present invention are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to exogenous TAP inhibitor armed oncolytic viruses that replicate selectively in cancer cells, evade CD8+ cytolytic T-cells, and induce the immune system to recognize tumor cells. Preferred viruses of the invention have a heterologous gene that encodes a function that affects antigen presentation by inhibiting TAP. The viruses of the invention also comprise one or more heterologous genes encoding immunomodulatory polypeptides, prodrug converting enzymes, or matrix degrading enzymes. Compositions and therapeutic methods using the oncolytic viruses are also provided, including compositions and therapeutic methods for treating cancers, such as melanoma, head and neck cancer, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, glioblastoma, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, liver cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and renal cancer.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions useful for the treatment or prevention of C. difficile associated disease or C. difficile-associated diarrhea in a subject in need thereof, and delivery systems and package systems comprising the same. Also provided are methods using the compositions, delivery systems, package systems and methods of making the same.

Abstract: A composition utilizing natural materials is selected from a group of plant extract comprising: Taiwan cypress, stout camphor tree, Taiwan incense cedar, Cinnamomum camphora, Cymbopogon nardus, Litsea cubeba, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, Taiwan Cunninghamia lanceolatavar, Melaleuca alternifolia, Eucalyptus robusta smith, Cryptomeria japonica and Acacia confuse. The tumor cell-inhibited composition having the efficiency of inhibiting the growth of tumor cells is formed by mixing these extracts based on a specific ratio.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for preventing or treating asthma comprising a Pistacia weinmannifolia J. Poiss. ex Franch extract or a fraction thereof. The Pistacia weinmannifolia J. Poiss. ex Franch extract or the fraction thereof according to the present invention does not exhibit toxicity, inhibits the generation of NO, IL-4, IL-5, and IL-13 and the generation of reactive oxygen species in the bronchial tubes, and has significantly induced the alleviation of airway hyperresponsiveness, inhibition of the infiltration of inflammatory cells into the bronchial tubes, and reduction of inflammatory cells in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid in an ovalbumin-induced asthma mouse model. In addition, the Pistacia weinmannifolia J. Poiss.

Abstract: Provided is a composition having moxibustion effects and a formulation acceptable in oriental medicine. More particularly, the composition has moxibustion effects without odor commonly associated with moxibustion.