Abstract: Cell-based therapies show considerable potential as an immunomodulatory strategy for a variety of lung diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, bronchiolitis, acute lung injury, lung allograft rejection (acute or chronic), pulmonary fibrosis. Described herein is the development of red blood cell membrane-derived microparticles (RBC MPs), which are depleted of hemoglobin (Hb) and express phosphatidylserine on their surface, for the treatment of lung disease. Administration of RBC MPs to the lung via inhalation promotes the production of immunoregulatory cytokines (such as IL-10), and reduces inflammation and injury in the lung.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing expression of genes on Chromosome 21 (“Chr 21”) by targeting an XIST transgene to the Dual specificity tyrosine-phosphorylation-regulated kinase 1A (DYRK1A) gene or a Regulator of calcineurin 1 (RCAN1) gene, and cells and transgenic animals comprising an XIST transgene inserted into a DYRK1A or RCAN1 allele, e.g., cells and animals trisomic for human Chr 21 and mouse Chr 16.

Abstract: Provided herein are isolated populations of multipotent stem cells capable of differentiating into trabecular meshwork (TM) cells, methods of obtaining an isolated population of TM cells, and isolated populations of TM cells obtained therefrom. Compositions, kits, and devices comprising the isolated populations of multipotent stem cells or TM cells are also provided herein. Further provided are methods of using the compositions, kits, and devices for decreasing intraocular pressure in an eye, increasing cell density in a trabecular meshwork of an eye, increasing outflow of aqueous humor from an eye, or treating or preventing a medical condition in a subject.

Abstract: Methods are provided for producing a population of hepatocyte-like cells (iHeps) from a population of adipocyte-derived stem cells (ASCs). Aspects of the methods include placing a population of ASCs into a three dimensional culture (e.g., hanging drop suspension culture, high density culture, spinner flask culture, microcarrier culture, etc.), and contacting the cells with a first and second culture medium. Also provided are methods of treating an individual, which include producing a population of iHeps from a population of ASCs, and administering an effective number of iHeps into the individual. Kits for practicing the methods are also described herein.

Abstract: Provided is a method for treatment of atopic dermatitis and infectious dermatitis with biological spa therapy. The method seeks to cure or alleviate symptoms of atopic dermatitis by bathing in a bathwater containing, as dominant bacteria, not less than 105 Bacillus bacteria per 1 mL of the bathwater.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel Lactobacillus brevis G-101 strain capable of decomposing monosodium L-glutamate (MSG), and a functional health food, a pharmaceutical composition, or a food product comprising the same as an active ingredient. More specifically, the strain is effective in reducing in vivo blood MSG levels of animals and attenuating MSG Symptom Complex, and thus can be used in a functional health food, a pharmaceutical composition, or a food product aiming to prevent in vivo absorption of MSG, which is known to be harmful, and improve the MSG Symptom Complex.

Abstract: A method is provided of selecting specific probiotic lactic acid bacteria producing histamine and the use of such strains for beneficial effects for mammals. The method includes selecting a lactic acid bacterial strain for use in the local production of histamine in a mammal, and further comprises screening bacteria for the presence of an active histidine operon and selecting a strain which has an active histidine operon and is capable of producing histamine. Preferably said strain is selected for its ability to produce histamine at a level of greater than 250 pg/ml. The present invention further provides products comprising the strains obtainable by the selection methods of the invention for use in the local production of histamine in a mammal, in particular for use in the treatment or prophylaxis of inflammatory conditions.

Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods that effectively support innate immunity and/or disperse pathogenic biofilms using readily available, nontoxic, natural substances, while supporting restoration of normal microbiotic homeostasis. In one embodiment, the subject invention provides anti-biofilm compositions comprising one or more probiotic organisms, anti-microbial honey, and other ingredients such as prebiotic compounds, other hive products, green tea derivatives, other plant derivatives, and vitamin D3.

Abstract: The subject invention provides compositions and methods for treating human dermatological conditions by employing a microbiome-centered treatment approach. Preferred embodiments of the invention provide pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions, and the methods of using the same, comprising a strain of Lactobacillus fermentum bacterium, or bioactive extracts thereof, derived from human microbiota and capable of growing in biofilm phenotype.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions containing preparations from plants of the family Marcgraviaceae and from plants of the family Platanaceae. The disclosure also provides methods and uses of plant preparations for treating anxiety, stress and glucocorticoid related disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation containing a combination of (a) at least one astringent active substance and (b) at least one mucilaginous drug and the use thereof for the prevention or treatment of inflammatory diseases of the oropharyngeal region and for the treatment of painful irritations of the mucosa in the oropharyngeal region and associated irritable cough.

Abstract: An extract of Carica papaya leaves obtained from a plant of age six months and younger from the date of germination of the seed is used as an inhibitor of HIF to effectively block hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) function and methods of use thereof. More specifically it relates to the use of the Carica papaya plant extract to eliminate unwanted cells by inhibiting HIF in the prevention and treatment of hypoxia-related conditions and diseases such as inflammatory diseases, vascular diseases, cancer and infectious diseases. In a particular embodiment, a solid hypoxic tumor in a patient is treated by administering to the patient a therapeutically acceptable amount of an extract of Carica papaya leaves obtained from a plant of age six months and younger from the date of germination of the seed, preferably an alcohol extract such as a methanol extract, whereby to inhibit hypoxia-inducible factors in the tumor.

Abstract: Provided are a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating skin cancer and a method of preventing or treating skin cancer in a subject by using the pharmaceutical composition, wherein the pharmaceutical composition includes a Panax spp. plant extract as an active ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention relates to isolated bioactive compositions containing bioactive fractions derived from Theacea plants. The present invention also relates to bioactive topical formulations containing the bioactive compositions. The present invention further relates to methods of using the bioactive compositions of the present invention, including, for example, methods for inhibiting inflammatory activity in skin tissue of a mammal, for protecting skin tissue of a mammal from ultraviolet light-induced damage, and for normalizing skin disorders in skin tissue of a mammal. The present invention also relates to methods for isolating bioactive fractions derived from cell juice or a cell walls component a Theacea plant.

Abstract: The method of making an Ajwa date-based treatment for snake envenomation is a method for preparing a composition for the treatment of local hemorrhage and edema induced by snake envenomation. The composition is an ethanolic extract of the fruit of the Ajwa date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.). A concentrated, granulated extract of the Ajwa date is produced by repeated suspension in ethanol, extraction, filtering, and drying the filtrate to evaporate the solvent. The final filtrate is lyophilized (i.e., freeze-dried) to yield a granulated Ajwa date-based treatment for snake envenomation. This granulated Ajwa date-based treatment for snake envenomation may then be further suspended in a saline solution for preparation of an intravenous treatment for snake envenomation.

Abstract: Dermal fibroblasts permanently loose their ability to synthesize elastin, the major component of elastic fibers, shortly after puberty. This progressive loss of elastic fibers cannot be replaced, resulting in the physical signs of aging. The present invention provides methods and compositions containing the polyphenols ellagic acid and/or tannic acid for protection against degradation of cutaneous elastic fibers by the elastolytic enzymes. The use of ellagic acid and/or tannic acid increased the overall deposition of elastic fibers in healthy and damaged skin cells. The protection of both intra-tropoelastin and extra-cellular mature elastic fibers from proteolytic enzymes by ellagic acid and tannic acid caused an increase in the net deposition of elastic fibers. Therefore, embodiments of the present invention provide methods and composition for the treatment of skin and prevention and treatment of degradation of dermal elastic fibers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In particular the present invention relates to RdCVFL polypeptide or polynucleotide for use in the treatment of AMD.

Abstract: A prescription of intravenous medication and its treatment method block heroin or morphine intoxication. The prescription of intravenous infusion includes Cerebrolysin, Piracetam, Cimetidine, Scopolamine Butylbromide, Nefopam, B.C Complex, Vitamin B1, Ascorbic Acid, Ketorolac, Guronsan, Hyoscine Butylbromide and Sukerin. The prescription activates a patient's liver and circulatory system to block drug intoxication. The treatment method for blocking drugs includes an acute withdrawal part, with the prescription of intravenous infusion injected and with the timing of drug administration and the safe dosage controlled according to clinical symptoms. An appropriate amount of a supplementary medicine such as Haloperidol is added, and the processes of detoxication, relieving symptoms, suppressing restlessness, and sobering are conducted to block acute withdrawal symptoms of an acute withdrawal addict quickly and successfully.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising {2-[3-cyclohexyl-3-(trans-4-propoxy-cyclohexyl)-ureido]-thiazol-5-ylsulfanyl}-acetic acid (FRI-1) in combination with an anti-diabetic drug selected from the group consisting of metformin, sitagliptin or exenatide. The present invention also relates to the use of the pharmaceutical compositions in restoring insulin sensitivity and treating type II diabetes, including reducing body weight in subjects undergoing type II diabetes treatment.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide swallowable devices, preparations and methods for delivering drugs and other therapeutic agents within the GI tract. Many embodiments provide a swallowable device for delivering the agents. Particular embodiments provide a swallowable device such as a capsule for delivering drugs into the intestinal wall or other GI lumen. Embodiments also provide various drug preparations that are configured to be contained within the capsule, advanced from the capsule into the intestinal wall and degrade to release the drug into the bloodstream to produce a therapeutic effect. The preparation can be operably coupled to delivery means having a first configuration where the preparation is contained in the capsule and a second configuration where the preparation is advanced out of the capsule into the intestinal wall. Embodiments of the invention are particularly useful for the delivery of drugs which are poorly absorbed, tolerated and/or degraded within the GI tract.

Abstract: The invention concerns the use of hepcidin for the diagnosis and therapy of disorders of iron homeostasis. Hepcidin can be used in the treatment of disorders resulting from iron overload while inhibitors of hepcidin can be used in the treatment of anaemia.

Abstract: A composition including a peptide agent including amino acid sequence LKKTET [SEQ ID NO: 1] or LKKTNT [SEQ ID NO: 2], a conservative variant thereof, or a stimulating agent that stimulates production of an LKKTET [SEQ ID NO: 1] or LKKTNT [SEQ ID NO: 2] peptide, or a conservative variant thereof, the composition including at least one amino acid stabilizing agent or lyophilization bulking agent, the composition being in lyophilized form, or in a form capable of being lyophilized.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and methods for promoting weight loss or preventing weight gain, and in the treatment of diabetes and associated metabolic disorders. In particular, the invention provides novel acylated glucagon analog peptides effective in such methods. The peptides may mediate their effect by having increased selectivity for the GLP-1 receptor as compared to human glucagon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fibrinogen preparations enriched in ?-extended fibrinogen. Compositions comprising such preparations show improved clotting properties compared to preparations based on HMW Fib which typically contain no or only low amounts of ?-extended fibrinogen. In particular, clot formation time and the clot strength of a clot made by ?-extended fibrinogen are improved. In addition, plasmin-mediated degradation of ?-extended fibrinogen is reduced as compared to plasma derived fibrinogen.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for the prevention or treatment of ocular neovascularization, such as AMD, in a human subject, by administering subretinally a pharmaceutical composition comprising a pharmaceutically effective amount of a vector comprising a nucleic acid encoding soluble Fms-related tyrosine kinase-1 (sFlt-1) protein to the human subject.

Abstract: A system for delivering a therapeutic agent to a nasopharyngeal mucosa target comprises a foam generating mechanism, a gas, a therapeutic agent in liquid form that inhibits mucus production, and a delivery device. Actuation of the foam generating mechanism entraps gaseous bubbles from the gas in the liquid thereby forming a foam. The therapeutic agent is dispersed in the foam which has an expanded configuration adapted to fill a nasopharyngeal space and deliver the therapeutic agent to the mucosa targets. The delivery device is for delivering the foam to the nasopharyngeal space. The foam may also have a collapsed configuration for removal from the nasopharyngeal space or for concentration of the therapeutic agent onto the mucosa.

Abstract: A method of transdermal delivery of a vaccine, comprising preparing microparticles of encapsulated vaccine by spray drying a mixture of the vaccine and at least one polymer, and injecting the microparticles transdermally using a microneedle delivery apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a vaccine capable to induce production of antibodies directed to PCSK9 in vivo.

Abstract: The present invention relates to peptides, proteins, nucleic acids and cells for use in immunotherapeutic methods. In particular, the present invention relates to the immunotherapy of cancer. The present invention furthermore relates to tumor-associated T-cell peptide epitopes, alone or in combination with other tumor-associated peptides that can for example serve as active pharmaceutical ingredients of vaccine compositions that stimulate anti-tumor immune responses, or to stimulate T cells ex vivo and transfer into patients. Peptides bound to molecules of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC), or peptides as such, can also be targets of antibodies, soluble T-cell receptors, and other binding molecules.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fusion protein, antigen cocktails and immunological compositions such as vaccines against infections caused by virulent mycobacteria, e.g. by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Mycobacterium africanum, Mycobacterium bovis, Mycobacterium microti, Mycobacterium canettii, Mycobacterium pinnipedii or Mycobacterium mungi. The fusion protein, antigen cocktails and immunological compositions are based on proteins secreted by the ESAT-6 secretion system 1 (ESX-1) and are among the most immunodominant M. tuberculosis (MTB) antigens.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel use of a Bordetella adenylcyclase toxin in the manufacturing of vectors for targeting in vivo a molecule of interest, specifically to CD11b expressing cells. The invention also relates to an immunogenic composition that primes immune responses, to pharmaceutical compositions and to a new vector for molecule delivery to CD11b expressing cells.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a process for preparing an attenuated tetravalent dengue vaccine and its product. The present invention also refers to a process for preparing a tetravalent dengue vaccine for administration to a subject, to a method for inducing an immune response to virus dengue serotype 1, 2, 3 and 4 in a patient and to a tetravalent dengue vaccine kit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a recombinant adenoviral vector for generating immunity against enterovirus infection. In one embodiment, the recombinant adenoviral vector of the invention comprises an expression cassette encoding a PI protein and a 3 CD protease of an enterovirus. In another embodiment, the recombinant adenoviral vector of the invention comprises an expression cassette encoding a 3C protease or a 3CD protease of an enterovirus. The present invention also relates to a vaccine composition comprising the recombinant adenoviral vector as described. A method of inducing an immune response in a subject against enterovirus infection using the recombinant adenoviral vector and the vaccine composition is provided. Further provided is a method for producing virus like particles of an enterovirus by expressing the adenoviral vector as described herein in mammalian cells.

Abstract: A method of quickly producing a vaccine for a biotype of pathogenic microorganism is described, where a nucleic acid molecule or fragment thereof is obtained from a biological sample from an animal exposed to the microorganism, a protective molecule is prepared based on the nucleic acid molecule of interest or fragment thereof, and administered to an animal which has been or is as risk of being exposed to the microorganism. A protective response to the biotype of the microorganism is obtained in the animal.

Abstract: Provided herein are Salmonella enteritidis 13A strains and compositions comprising these strains. Also provided are methods of enhancing an immune response against Influenza A and methods of reducing morbidity associated with an Influenza A infection. Methods of enhancing an immune response to a vaccine vector by expressing a polypeptide of CD154 capable of binding CD40 are also disclosed. Methods of developing a bacterial vaccine vector are disclosed. Methods of generating scarless site-specific mutations in a bacterium are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to composite antigens comprising a peptide with contiguous amino acid sequence derived from a plurality of antigenic epitopes of one or more pathogens that induces an immune response in a mammal that is protective against infection by the one or more pathogens. In addition, the invention relates to vaccines comprising composite antigens and to method for treating and preventing an infection.

Abstract: The present invention relates, in general, to HIV-1 and, in particular, to broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies, and to HIV-1 immunogens and to methods of using such immunogens to induce the production of broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies in a subject (e.g., a human).

Abstract: There is provided at least one isolated cell comprising at least one HBV epitope-reactive exogenous T cell receptor and/or fragment thereof, and methods for producing them. In particular, there is provided polynucleotides, constructs and vectors encoding at least one HBV epitope-reactive exogenous T cell receptor for use in the treatment of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC). The invention further provides kits and methods of detection of HBV and HCC.

Abstract: Disclosed are synthetic nanocarrier methods, and related compositions, comprising administering MHC Class I-restricted and/or MHC Class II-restricted epitopes of an antigen and immunosuppressants in order to generate tolerogenic immune responses against the antigen, such as the generation of antigen-specific CD8+ regulatory T cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates, in part, to compositions and methods for enhancement of an immune response by partial mTOR inhibition, for example, with low, immune enhancing, doses of an mTOR inhibitor, such as RAD001.

Abstract: The invention provides nucleic acid and polypeptide sequences encoding antibody based scaffolds such as full antibodies, antibody Fab fragments, single chain antibodies, soluble VEGF receptor-Fc fusion proteins, and/or anti-angiogenic PDGF receptors. Also encompassed are cell lines encoding such anti-angiogenic antibody scaffolds, VEGF receptors, and/or PDGF receptors. The invention also provides encapsulated cell therapy devices that are capable of delivering such anti-angiogenic antibody scaffolds, VEGF receptors, and/or PDGF receptors as well as methods of using these devices to deliver the anti-angiogenic antibody scaffolds, VEGF receptors, and/or PDGF receptors to medically treat disorders in patients, including ophthalmic, vascular, inflammatory, and cell proliferation diseases.

Abstract: The present disclosure recites a method of treating biological tissues. The method includes using a proton beam includes irradiating a proton beam to a biological tissue containing a reactant. The reactant includes a first composite and a second composite. The first composite reacts with at least one proton from the proton beam and then releases at least one neutron inside the biological tissue. The second composite reacts with the at least one said neutron to release at least one ? particle or ? rays, and said ? particle or said ? rays to react with the biological tissue.

Abstract: A periodontal structure regeneration composition for treatment of periodontal disease is a mixture of particles of a bone growth material and free collagen. All particles are sized to be less than 1 mm in diameter. The periodontal regeneration composition is injected into the periodontal pocket through an 18 gauge needle. The composition may contain a thickener that increases the viscosity of the composition after the material has been injected into the periodontal pocket. The composition is available in pre-filled syringes offered in a kit that may also contain strips of surgical sponge or gauze that are sized to fit within a periodontal pocket, a time of adhesive, a dental bur, a probe, a gauze placement tool, gauze counter and a brush for cleaning the dental bur.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an injectable, pharmaceutical composition comprising a C1-6 alkyl ester of a C10-20 fatty acid. In an embodiment, the fatty acid is ethyl oleate, isopropyl oleate, ethyl myristate, or isopropyl myristate. These compositions are useful for the delivery of anti-psychotic drugs.

Abstract: Methods for inducing clinical remission of ulcerative colitis in a human patient are described comprising administration of an antibody that has binding specificity for human ?4?7 integrin using a safe dosing regimen of these antibody formulations that is easy to follow, and which results in a therapeutically effective amount of the anti-?4?7 antibody in vivo.

Abstract: Described is a targeted molecular scaffold for construction of a metabolic inhibitor loaded with cancer-cell specific activity and anti-tumor immunity. Incorporation of a mitochondria targeting moiety such as triphenylphosphonium cation through a biodegradable linker in allowed for mitochondria targeting of certain metabolic inhibitors like dichloroacetic acid (DCA).

Abstract: The invention relates to a Prodrug activation method, for therapeutics, wherein use is made of abiotic reactive chemical groups that exhibit bio-orthogonal reactivity towards each other. The invention also relates to a Prodrug kit comprising at least one Prodrug and at least one Activator, wherein the Prodrug comprises a Drug and a first Bio-orthogonal Reactive Group (the Trigger), and wherein the Activator comprises a second Bio-orthogonal Reactive Group. The invention also relates to targeted therapeutics used in the above-mentioned method and kit. The invention particularly pertains to antibody-drug conjugates and to bi- and trispecific antibody derivatives.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a conjugate which comprises an isolated adenovirus hexon protein coupled to nicotine or a nicotine analog, as well as a method of inducing an immune response against nicotine in a human by using the conjugate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to conjugates, in particular antibody-drug conjugates and immunotoxins, having the formula I: A-(L-D)p (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, wherein: A is an antibody that selectively binds Endoglin; L is a linker; D is a drug comprising a cytolysin or a Nigrin-b A-chain; and p is 1 to 10, and to use of such conjugates in the therapeutic treatment of tumors. Methods of producing such conjugates and components for use in such methods are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of cancer treatment, particularly to a novel constructs useful for treating tumors expressing H19 and/or IGF-II. More specifically, the invention provides compositions and methods utilizing a nucleic acid construct enabling expression of a cytotoxic gene product directed by more than one tumor specific promoter.