Abstract: The invention relates to a virus like particle (VLP) based vaccine. The virus-like particle constitutes a non-naturally occurring, ordered and repetitive antigen array display scaffold which can obtain a strong and long-lasting immune response in a subject. The VLP based vaccine may be used for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of a disease including, but is not limited to, cancer, cardiovascular, infectious, asthma, and/or allergy diseases/disorders.

Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention relates to a peptide-based vaccine targeting bacterial hyaluronidase. In some embodiments, the invention includes isolated antibodies which have been raised in response to the bacterial hyaluronidase or one or more portions thereof, compositions or vaccines described herein. The invention further relates to kits for using the peptides, compositions, or antibodies described herein. In still further aspects, the invention also relates to methods for using the peptides, compositions, vaccines, or antibodies.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modified, live Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome viruses. Viruses were genetically analyzed and selected based on phylogenetic grouping for modification by repeated passage in tissue culture. The modified, live viruses were assessed for the ability to provide protective immunity to heterologous viruses. The modified, live viruses are useful in vaccines, particularly in vaccines which can treat infection of swine by multiple heterologous viruses.

Abstract: Methods for constructing and producing a recombinant adenovirus based vector vaccine containing multiple influenza antigen genes for use in generating broad based immune responses against influenza A and B viruses and that allows for multiple vaccinations in individuals with preexisting immunity to adenovirus are described. Specifically, the recombinant adenovirus based vector is a replication defective adenovirus vector comprising a deletion in an early 2b (E2b) gene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel DNA vaccines, configured to induce a robust and sustained immune response, and methods of use thereof. DNA vaccines proposed herein are configured to achieve this immune response by fusing the extracellular domain of a viral fusion protein to selected antigens or antigen-binding polypeptides. After the expression and secretion of the viral fusion-antigen protein from the initially transfected cells, the natural ability of the viral fusion protein to fuse to cell membranes and actively enter cells will allow for passive delivery of the fused target epitopes into neighboring cells, thus inducing a more robust immune response.

Abstract: This invention relates to a rabies virus G protein epitope and a rabies-virus-neutralizing binding molecule that binds specifically thereto, wherein different epitope sites of rabies virus G protein are identified and binding molecules that bind thereto and a cocktail thereof can be found to retain neutralizing activity against various rabies viruses.

Abstract: Methods for inducing safe and effective immune response against multiple clades of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection in human subjects are described. The methods involve heterologous vaccine combinations of adenovirus serotype 26 expression vectors expressing at least three mosaic HIV antigens with at least one isolated HIV gp140 protein.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a vaccine comprising a Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) antigen. The antigen can be a consensus antigen. The consensus antigen can be a consensus spike antigen. Also disclosed herein is a method of treating a subject in need thereof, by administering the vaccine to the subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides a live, attenuated coronavirus comprising a mutation in non-structural protein nsp-3 and/or deletion of accessory proteins 3a and 3b. The coronavirus may be used as a vaccine for treating and/or preventing a disease, such as infectious bronchitis, in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for immunotherapy, which include shelf-stable pharmaceutical compositions for inducing antigen-specific T cells. Such compositions are employed as components of an artificial antigen presenting cell (aAPC), to provide a patient with complexes for presentation of an antigen (e.g., a tumor antigen) and/or a T cell co-stimulatory molecule.

Abstract: The present application provides antibody-TCR chimeric constructs comprising an antibody moiety that specifically binds to a target antigen fused to a TCRM capable of recruiting at least one TCR-associated signaling module. Also provided are methods of making and using these constructs.

Abstract: The invention relates to the formulation of pharmaceutical compositions of etanercept. The invention also relates to methods of removing buffer and of formulating pharmaceutical compositions of etanercept.

Abstract: The present document describes methods and uses of biophotonic compositions which comprise at least one oxidant and at least one chromophore capable of activating the oxidant, in association with a pharmacologically acceptable carrier for the treatment of pyoderma, deep pyoderma, or antibiotic resistant pyoderma.

Abstract: The present document describes methods and uses of biophotonic compositions which comprise at least one oxidant and at least one chromophore capable of activating the oxidant, in association with a pharmacologically acceptable carrier for use in the treatment of skin and soft tissue wounds that have either or both non-resistant and resistant infections.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for repairing or regenerating damaged tissue are disclosed. In particular, the invention relates to methods of anchoring biomolecules and/or cells to tissues in order to immobilize and concentrate therapeutic factors that promote tissue regeneration at or under the surface of damaged tissue.

Abstract: Products, compositions, systems, and methods for treating a subject carrying a virus or bacterium. The methods may be performed in situ in a non-invasive manner by application of an initiation energy to the subject thus producing an effect on or change to a target structure of the subject directly or indirectly. The methods may further be performed by application of an initiation energy to a subject to activate within the subject a photoactivatable drug directly or indirectly, optionally in the presence of one or more plasmonics active agents, thus treating the virus or bacterium. Also provided are kits containing products or compositions formulated or configured and systems for use in practicing these methods.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a neutron capture therapy system for eliminating amyloid ?-protein deposition plaque, comprising a neutron capture therapy device and a 10B-containing compound capable of specifically binding to amyloid ?-protein deposition plaque, and the energy generated when the neutron beam generated by the neutron capture therapy device irradiates on the 10B element can destroy the structure of the amyloid ?-protein deposition plaque. The beneficial effects of the present disclosure are targeted and highly effective destruction of amyloid ?-protein deposition plaque.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical composition and uses thereof for restoring T-cell lymphopoiesis in subjects infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). In particular, the present invention relates to a P2X7 receptor antagonist for use in a method of restoring T-cell lymphopoiesis in a subject infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of said P2X7 receptor antagonist.

Abstract: The present inventions relate generally to compositions, kits, and methods for the treatment of stress-related disorders, including but not limited to post-traumatic stress disorder.

Abstract: Methods are provided herein for selectively killing senescent cells and for treating senescence-associated diseases and disorders by administering a senolytic agent. Senescence-associated diseases and disorders treatable by the methods using the senolytic agents described herein include cardiovascular diseases and disorders associated with or caused by arteriosclerosis, such as atherosclerosis; idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; osteoarthritis; senescence-associated ophthalmic diseases and disorders; and senescence-associated dermatological diseases and disorders. Also included herein are methods for extending lifespan.

Abstract: The present invention relates to therapeutic immunoconjugates comprising SN-38 attached to an anti-Trop-2 antibody or antigen-binding antibody fragment. In preferred embodiments, the antibody may be an hRS7 antibody. The methods and compostions are of use to treat Trop-2 expressing cancers in human patients, preferably in patients who are resistant to or relapsed from at least one prior anti-cancer therapy, more preferably in patients who are resistant to or relapsed from treatment with irinotecan. The immunoconjugate may be administered at a dosage of 3 mg/kg to 18 mg/kg, preferably 8 to 12 mg/kg, more preferably 8 to 10 mg/kg. When administered at specified dosages and schedules, the immunoconjugate can reduce solid tumors in size and reduce or eliminate metastases.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention provide a pharmaceutical composition suitable for topical administration that comprises more than about 5% (w/w) glycerol monolaurate (GML), as well as methods of preparing and using such compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to microparticles and/or nanoparticles containing a delivery agent and/or an active agent. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical formulations and solid dosage forms, including controlled release solid dosage forms of active agent and a delivery agent.

Abstract: A chemical composition for human consumption includes a cannabinoid composition mixed in a delivery system, wherein the delivery system can be any of: oil based, water soluble, nano, edible, or capsule. The product has a total amount or per dose, ranging from 1 mg to 5000 mg of individually isolated material, wherein the individually isolated material can be any of cannabinoids and terpenes, such as CBD alone, THC alone, or Limonene alone, but is not limited thereto. The product can also include the use of the individually isolated material blended with other cannabinoids or with terpenes. The product can be blended with both cannabidiol and other cannabinoids and/or terpenes. This includes both the acid and decarboxylated forms of cannabinoids and terpenes. Also, this includes Caprylic Acid (C8) in a liquid or oil or powdered form embodying a purity of 99.9% or below.

Abstract: Discloses herein are high concentration antibody formulations comprising an anti-sclerostin immunoglobulin and an acetate salt and/or an acetate buffer and methods of use.

Abstract: Compositions containing quaternary compounds in which the nitrogen atom is substituted by at least one alkyl group having at least 12 carbon atoms, and the composition includes at least 20% in weight by weight of the total composition, of ammonium halides in which the nitrogen atom is substituted by at least one alkyl group having at least 14 carbon atoms and more than 5%, preferably more than 7% in weight by weight of the total composition, of ammonium halides in which the nitrogen atom is substituted by at least one alkyl group having at least 16 carbon atoms. Also, ophthalmic oil-in-water emulsions containing such compositions, the ophthalmic emulsions being useful for eye care or for the treatment of eye conditions.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention provides a stabilized lipid-based glycopeptide antibiotic composition and a process for producing the same. In another aspect, the invention provides methods for treating a bacterial pulmonary infection by administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of the stabilized lipid-based glycopeptide antibiotic composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a drug delivery device adapted for carrying and delivering both hydrophilic and lipophilic drug molecules. The drug delivery device includes a porous body for adsorption of drug molecules, the body including a plurality of microspheres, and a hydrogel forming cross-links connecting the plurality of microspheres.

Abstract: A method of preparing biocompatible and stable gold nanoparticles comprises preparing at least one flavonoid-rich plant extract, and mixing at least one of the plant extracts with an aqueous solution of at least one gold salt. The flavonoid-rich plant extract is an extract of Hubertia ambavilla or Hypericum lanceolatum. The gold nanoparticles may be used for medical and/or cosmetic purposes.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to protocells or nanoparticles, which are optionally coated with a lipid bilayer, which can be used for targeting bone tissue for the delivery of bioactive agents useful in the treatment and/or diagnosis of bone cancer, often metastatic bone cancer which often occurs secondary to a primary cancer such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer and ovarian cancer, among numerous others. These protocells or nanoparticles target bone cancer especially metastatic bone cancer with bioactive agents including anticancer agents and/or diagnostic agents for purposes of treating, diagnosing and/or monitoring the therapy of the bone cancer. Osteotropic protocells or nanoparticles, pharmaceutical compositions comprising a population of osteotropic protocells or nanoparticles and methods of diagnosing, treating and/or monitoring therapy of bone cancer are representative aspects.

Abstract: Polymeric reagents are provided comprising a moiety of atoms arranged in a specific order, wherein the moiety is positioned between a water-soluble polymer and a reactive group. The polymeric reagents are useful for, among other things, forming polymer-active agent conjugates. Related methods, compositions, preparations, and so forth are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to controlled-release CNP agonists having an at least 5-fold longer degradation half-life in an in vitro NEP degradation assay than the corresponding released CNP agonist, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising said controlled-release CNP agonist, their use and to methods of treatment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition having an antifungal activity without depending on conventional compositions having anticandidal activity or combinations of such compositions. The composition comprises a complex of lysozyme bonded to chitosan. The composition according to the present invention is applicable to candidiasis of the skin and mucous membranes, in particular, oral candidiasis and vagina candidiasis affecting a large number of patients and can ameliorate the symptoms of these diseases, heal the same and prevent infection of the same. The composition comprises a complex of lysozyme, which has been widely used as a highly safe natural food additive, with a polysaccharide and, therefore, can reassure patients who use the same and ease their burden. The composition according to the present invention comprises a complex of lysozyme, which is a highly safe natural food additive, with a polysaccharide and, therefore, can be safely used by patients without considering any risk.

Abstract: Provided herein are biomolecule conjugates, and methods of use thereof, wherein the conjugate comprises a cytokine, typically an immunopotentiating cytokine, and a peptide comprising or consisting of the sequence CSGRRSSKC (SEQ ID NO:1). Biomolecule conjugates of the invention find application, inter alia, in the treatment of turnouts, atherosclerosis and fibrosis, and the degradation of ECM associated therewith. Also provided herein are uses of a peptide comprising or consisting of the sequence of SEQ ID NO:1, optionally linked to a delectable agent and/or a carrier, in the detection and/or localisation of tumour, atherosclerotic and fibrotic tissue.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a design for a molecular delivery vehicle capable of delivering a molecular payload to a target cell and its intracellular compartments. Also disclosed are highly pH-sensitive nanoconstruct that takes advantage of the requirement of cationic charge for internalization of CPPs to mask the non-specific internalization, compositions containing nanoconstruct, and methods for forming the same.

Abstract: Novel modulators, including antibodies and derivatives thereof, and methods of using such modulators to treat proliferative disorders are provided.

Abstract: Provided are novel anti-MMP16 antibodies and antibody drug conjugates, and methods of using such anti-MMP16 antibodies and antibody drug conjugates to treat cancer.

Abstract: Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) binding to human AXL for therapeutic use, particularly for treatment of melanoma in combination with one or more MAPK pathway inhibitors such as, e.g., a BRAF inhibitor and/or a MEK inhibitor.

Abstract: Provided are vector compounds that bind to N-acetylated-alpha-linked acidic dipeptidase-like protein 2 (NAALADL2), and related conjugates, compositions, methods of use thereof, and methods of screening for and identifying the same, for instance, to facilitate delivery of therapeutic or diagnostic agents across the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and/or improve tissue penetration in CNS and peripheral tissues, and thereby treat and/or various diseases, including those of the central nervous system (CNS).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a bi-specific antibody that specifically directs a therapeutic agent to a cancer cell by targeting a tumor antigen of the cancer cell, and thereby suppressing the growth of the cancer or blocking the invasion or metastasis of the cancer. The bi-specific antibody of the present disclosure includes a first antigen binding site that binds to polyethylene glycol (PEG); and a second antigen binding site that binds to a target ligand, such as a tumor antigen.

Abstract: Disclosed herein, inter alia, are compositions and methods of using the same for treating cancer.

Abstract: Compounds are provided having the following structure (I) or (II): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, tautomer or stereoisomer thereof, wherein R, R1, R2, L, X, L, G1, G2, Z, a1, a2 and n are independently as defined herein for each of structures (I) and (II). Use of the compounds as a component of lipid nanoparticle formulations for delivery of a therapeutic agent, compositions comprising the compounds and methods for their use and preparation are also provided.

Abstract: Conjugates comprising a drug, cell or biological molecule bound to a photoluminescent polymer nanoparticle, in particular a cross-linked polyfluorene nanoparticle, are described herein, as well as their methods of manufacture and their uses in biological imaging and sensing applications.

Abstract: Sequences of novel adeno-associated virus capsids and vectors and host cells containing these sequences are provided. Also described are methods of using such host cells and vectors in production of rAAV particles. AAV-mediated delivery of therapeutic and immunogenic genes using the vectors of the invention is also provided.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition can be provide for treating or preventing heart failure. Additionally, siRNA and a vector expressing said siRNA can be provided that can be used in the pharmaceutical composition for treating or preventing heart failure. For example, a pharmaceutical composition can be provided for treating or preventing heart failure that contains a DNA sequence encoding RNA containing a sense strand sequence of consecutive 18 to 29 nucleotides from angiopoietin-like protein 2 (ANGPTL2) mRNA or the alternative splicing type RNA thereof and an antisense strand sequence complementary to the sense strand sequence under control of a promoter, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Provided is a novel gene therapy means for neurological diseases including epilepsy. The present invention provides: a recombinant adeno-associated virus vector for use in the treatment of neurological diseases including epilepsy, which comprises a polynucleotide encoding a protein capable of improving the excitation-inhibiting function of an inhibitory synapse in vivo, preferably neuroligin-2 protein; a pharmaceutical composition comprising said recombinant vector; and others. The present invention also provides a method for treating a disease such as epilepsy using the recombinant vector.

Abstract: A method of using RNA interference (RNAi) for the transient, reversible and controlled opening of the tight junctions of the blood brain barrier and/or the blood retinal barrier. This method may be used in the treatment of many diseases and disorders which require the opening of the blood brain barrier and/or blood retinal barrier. Such methods generally involve the use of an RNAi-inducing agent, such as siRNA, miRNA, shRNA or an RNAi-inducing vector whose presence within a cell results in production of an siRNA or shRNA, targeting tight junction proteins to open the blood brain barrier and/or blood retinal barrier.

Abstract: The present invention provides a unit dosage of Apadenoson, a pharmacological stress agent, and use of the same as a pharmacologic agent for myocardial perfusion imaging.

Abstract: A method for testing, treating, and preventing delayed food allergies includes: receiving detailed symptom, medical, and dietary histories from a patient; formulating a combination of one or more food extracts at selected concentrations for sublingual administration over a trial period; determining whether the patient's symptoms have improved, worsened, or had no change, in response to the administration of the combination; and altering the combination in response to whether the patient's symptoms have improved, worsened, or not changed, so as to induce immune system food tolerance.

Abstract: The present subject matter relates to a non-invasive optical imaging method for monitoring early pathological events specific to Alzheimer's disease (AD), such as the development, amount and location of amyloid plaques. The ability to monitor such events provides a basis for, among other things, AD diagnosis, prognosis and assessment of potential therapies. In addition, the present subject matter introduces novel methods for treating AD and retinal ailments associated with AD. A?-plaque detection in living brains is extremely limited, especially at high resolution; therefore the present invention is based on studies focusing on the eyes as an alternative to brain-derived tissue that can be imaged directly, repetitively and non-invasively.