Abstract: Compositions and methods for extending life expectancy are described herein. Specifically, ambroxol, ambroxol hydrochloride, and/or bromhexine can be used in a method for (a) treating, inhibiting, or reducing aging of a subject, (b) treating, inhibiting, or reducing an age-related symptom or an age-related disease in a subject, and/or (c) increasing the healthspan, lifespan, and/or mental acuity of a subject.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the use of co-therapy comprising administration of canagliflozin and phentermine for the treatment of obesity and obesity related disorders. More particularly, the present invention is directed to co-therapy for treating obesity, for promoting weight loss and/or for suppressing appetite; for treating, delaying, slowing the progression of and/or preventing metabolic disorders (including for example Type 2 diabetes mellitus); for treating, delaying, slowing the progression of and/or preventing renal or fatty liver disorders (including for example NASH, NAFLD, etc.

Abstract: Drug tablets that include a controlled release layer of a moisture-sensitive active agent are prepared with a lipidic matrix forming excipient, a water-soluble, channel forming excipient and a filler, each being non-hygroscipic. The tablets are formed in a process where the components are blended in the absence of moisture and in particulate form.

Abstract: Oligonucleotide analogues are provided that incorporate 5-aza-cytosine in the oligonucleotide sequence, e.g., in the form of 5-aza-2?-deoxycytidine (decitabine) or 5-aza-cytidine. In particular, oligonucleotide analogues rich in decitabine-deoxyguanosine islets (DpG and GpD) are provided to target the CpG islets in the human genome, especially in the promoter regions of genes susceptible to aberrant hypermethylation. Such analogues can be used for modulation of DNA methylation, such as effective inhibition of methylation of cytosine at the C-5 position. Methods for synthesizing these oligonucleotide analogues and for modulating nucleic acid methylation are provided. Also provided are phosphoramidite building blocks for synthesizing the oligonucleotide analogues, methods for synthesizing, formulating and administering these compounds or compositions to treat conditions, such as cancer and hematological disorders.

Abstract: Regarding Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising a chelating agent at a concentration of 0.0001 to 1% (w/v), formation of insoluble precipitates found in Diquafosol ophthalmic solution during storage of the solution, as well as deterioration of the filtration performance in the course of production (course of filtration sterilization), have been inhibited. Further, in Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising a chelating agent, reduction of eye irritation and enhancement of the preservative effectiveness have been confirmed, in comparison to Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising no chelating agent. Accordingly, the present invention has been confirmed to provide physicochemical properties that are stable during the courses of production and distribution as well as the course of storage by a patient, and also reduce eye irritation and enhance preservative effectiveness.

Abstract: Compounds and compositions for the transient expression of exogenous telomerase activity in a cell are provided. The compounds and compositions, which relate to a ribonucleic acid coding for a telomerase reverse transcriptase, are useful in the extension of telomeres in cells needing such treatment. Such cells include, for example, cells that contain shortened telomeres and cells from subjects that may benefit from telomere extension, for example subjects that suffer from, or are at risk of suffering from, age-related or other illnesses. Also provided are methods of extending telomeres through the administration of the provided compounds and compositions to animal cells, either in vitro or in vivo, and kits including the compounds or compositions and instructions for use.

Abstract: Compounds and compositions for the transient expression of exogenous telomerase activity in a cell are provided. The compounds and compositions, which relate to a ribonucleic acid coding for a telomerase reverse transcriptase, are useful in the extension of telomeres in cells needing such treatment. Such cells include, for example, cells that contain shortened telomeres and cells from subjects that may benefit from telomere extension, for example subjects that suffer from, or are at risk of suffering from, age-related or other illnesses. Also provided are methods of extending telomeres through the administration of the provided compounds and compositions to animal cells, either in vitro or in vivo, and kits including the compounds or compositions and instructions for use.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to treatment of iron-related conditions with iron carbohydrate complexes. One aspect of the invention is a method of treatment of iron-related conditions with a single unit dosage of at least about 0.6 grams of elemental iron via an iron carbohydrate complex. The method generally employs iron carbohydrate complexes with nearly neutral pH, physiological osmolarity, and stable and non-immunogenic carbohydrate components so as to rapidly administer high single unit doses of iron intravenously to patients in need thereof.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to treatment of iron-related conditions with iron carbohydrate complexes. One aspect of the invention is a method of treatment of iron-related conditions with a single unit dosage of at least about 0.6 grams of elemental iron via an iron carbohydrate complex. The method generally employs iron carbohydrate complexes with nearly neutral pH, physiological osmolarity, and stable and non-immunogenic carbohydrate components so as to rapidly administer high single unit doses of iron intravenously to patients in need thereof.

Abstract: A medical material uses a nickel-titanium alloy wherein a polyelectrolyte has a reduced thickness while a sufficient amount of an antithrombogenic compound for production of a therapeutic effect is supported. The medical material in which a porous surface is formed on a nickel-titanium alloy to allow infiltration of a polyelectrolyte into the pores, to thereby reduce the thickness of the polyelectrolyte exposed on the surface of the nickel-titanium alloy while allowing supporting of a sufficient amount of an antithrombogenic compound due to contribution of the polyelectrolyte infiltrate.

Abstract: The present invention provides non-anticoagulant sulfated or sulfonated polysaccharides (NASPs), which accelerate the blood clotting process. Also provided are pharmaceutical formulations comprising a NASP of the invention in conjunction with a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient and, in various embodiments, these formulations are unit dosage formulations. The invention provides a NASP formulation, which is orally bioavailable. Also provided are methods for utilizing the compounds and formulations of the invention to promote blood clotting in vivo as therapeutic and prophylactic agents and in vitro as an aid to studies of the blood clotting process.

Abstract: Provided herein is a novel composition for oral administration and delivery of Noble gas, such as xenon or argon. Methods of treating and preventing neuronal or cardiovascular damage with such compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Tellurium nanowires synthesized using green chemistry methods and having unique morphologies and functional properties are provided. The nanowires have a core of hexagonal crystal phase tellurium and a polymer coating, and can be used for treating cancer without apparent cytotoxicity toward normal human cells.

Abstract: A method of treating a human subject which is effected by intermittent inhalation of gaseous nitric oxide at a concentration of at least 160 ppm is disclosed. The method can be utilized for treating a human subject suffering from, or prone to suffer from, a disease or disorder that is manifested in the respiratory tract, or from a disease or disorder that can be treated via the respiratory tract. The disclosed method can be effected while monitoring one or more of on-site and off-site parameters such as vital signs, methemoglobin levels, pulmonary function parameters, blood chemistry and hematological parameters, blood coagulation parameters, inflammatory marker levels, liver and kidney function parameters and vascular endothelial activation parameters, such that no substantial deviation from a baseline in seen in one or more of the monitored parameters.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for improving nitric oxide levels in a subject, comprising administering to a subject, a composition comprising dietary nitrate derived from potassium nitrate, beet root (whole plant, powder, plant extract), and/or nitrate-rich leafy green portions (whole plant, powder, plant extract) that improve functional nitric oxide levels in subjects as shown by increasing salivary bioconversion of nitrate to nitrite, a necessary a required step for nitric oxide mediated health benefits. The disclosed novel compositions improve cardiac health, lowers blood pressure, intraocular pressure, and LDL and restores nitric oxide mediated cardiovascular benefits, including but not limited, restoring endothelium function and improving flow mediated dilation.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed for treating an area of the skin of a patient, e.g., an itch, insect bite or sting, inflammation, pain or irritation, by applying to said area of the skin an effective amount of a siliceous molecular sieve adsorbent to treat the condition.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and related methods for treating a subject with a viral or retroviral infection. The disclosed compositions and methods comprise and utilize an effective amount of one or more vanadium-containing compounds and an effective amount of one or more sulfonylureas. In certain embodiments, the viral infection is human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and the compositions and methods improve one or more immunologic cellular parameters, such as viral load, CD4 counts and CD4/CD8 lymphocyte cell ratios in a subject. Also disclosed are methods of improving one or more immunologic cellular parameters that are associated with viral infections such as HIV in a subject, including viral load, CD4 counts and CD4/CD8 lymphocyte cell ratios.

Abstract: This document provides methods and materials related to treating rotator cuff conditions (e.g., rotator cuff tendonitis or rotator cuff injuries such as partial rotator cuff tears). For example, methods and materials for using zinc or a zinc chelator to treat rotator cuff conditions are provided.

Abstract: Systems, applicators, and methods for producing oxygen in a skincare formulation are described. In one embodiment, a system includes a skincare formulation comprising a peroxide; and an applicator that carries a peroxide-decomposing catalyst. The peroxide-decomposing catalyst is configured to come in contact with the peroxide and decompose the peroxide to provide oxygen gas proximate to a skin of a user.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of engineering a bi-specific T-cell expressing chimeric antigen receptors for promoting the in vivo expansion and activation of an effector cell and a second chimeric antigen receptor or TcR specific for a ligand on a tumor. Methods of administering to subjects in need, bi-specific chimeric antigen receptor bearing cells are also provided.

Abstract: A closed and modular fluidic system composed of one or more acoustic elements and cell processing reagents. The system employs a cellular manufacturing process for producing cell and gene therapy therapeutics.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to methods of preparing dendritic cells or other CD40 bearing antigen-presenting cells and methods of treating an infectious disease by using the dendritic cells or other antigen-presenting cells in combination with anti-chemorepellant agents. This disclosure is further directed to methods of preparing T cells and methods of treating an infectious disease by using activated T cells optionally in combination with anti-chemorepellant agents. The antigen presenting cells of the disclosure are activated by incubation with a pathogen or pathogen-infected cells and fusion proteins. The T cells of the disclosures are activated by incubation with activated antigen-presenting cells that were activated by incubation with a pathogen or pathogen-infected cells and a fusion protein. In particular, the fusion protein comprises an antigen-binding domain, e.g., an antibody or antibody fragment, and a stress protein domain.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for adoptive cell therapy comprising engineered immune cells that express a tumor antigen-targeted chimeric antigen receptor and a prodrug converting enzyme.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for improved T-cell therapy of cancer characterized by overexpression of Her2/neu oncogene. Provided are T cells capable of expressing or expressing chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) that specifically recognizes Her2/neu. These T cells have prolonged half-life in the blood circulation and enhanced cytotoxicity, and are used in treatment of a cancer characterized by overexpression of Her2/neu oncogene.

Abstract: The disclosure relates, in some aspects, to methods and compositions for production of immunogenic compositions. In some embodiments, the disclosure provides host cells which have been treated ex vivo with one or more oligonucleotide agents capable of controlling and/or reducing the differentiation of the host cell. In some embodiments, compositions and methods described by the disclosure are useful as immunogenic modulators for treating cancer.

Abstract: A composition for delivering cargo to cytoplasm of a cell, wherein the cargo treats oncological disorders. In one embodiment the composition comprises: an exosome; and cargo, located within the exosome, comprising at least one plasmid. In another embodiment the composition comprises: an exosome; and cargo, located within the exosome, comprising a at least one plasmid. Wherein the cargo transduces autologous T cells into Chimeric Antigen Receptor T cells (CAR-T cells), which comprise at least one antigenic target.

Abstract: The present invention provides an isolated cell composition, which in some embodiments is suitable for adoptive immunotherapy, as well as methods of manufacturing the cell compositions and methods of treatment with the cell compositions. The composition comprises, in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, at least about 106 CD8+ T cells specific for target peptide antigen(s), which comprises T memory stem (TSCM) cells. In various embodiments, the composition is from about 1% to about 100% T memory stem cells, providing for a robust and durable adoptive therapy, as well as providing for T cell engineering advances.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions, methods, and systems for treating skin damage or signs of aging in a subject including obtaining whole blood from the subject, collecting platelet rich plasma (PRP) from the whole blood, forming a first topical formulation having the PRP, providing the first topical formulation to the subject for application to an area of skin damage on the subject, providing a second topical formulation to the subject having an activator such that when the second topical formulation is applied to the area of skin damage on top of the first formulation, the PRP is activated and growth factors are released into the area of skin damage. Systems and kits useful in performing the methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) over-expressing CXCR5, preparation method and use thereof. Overexpression of CXCR5 can allow directed migration of MSCCXCR5 to an inflammation area in vivo so as to play a role in immunomodulation but not make MSCCXCR5 randomly scattered at various parts in a body. Treatment of diseases using the mesenchymal stem cells will have more targeting and effectiveness, and will effectively improve the treatment effect of MSC.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for treating atopy, which contains, as an active ingredient, neural stem cell-derived exosomes or a neural stem cell-conditioned medium containing neural stem cell-derived exosomes, and a method of treating atopy by administering the composition.

Abstract: A traditional Chinese medicine composition for treating acute stage of cerebral infarction. The traditional Chinese medicine composition combines buffalo horns, unprocessed rehmannia roots, red paeony roots, cortex moutan, grassleaf sweelflag rhizome and turmeric root-tuber, and exerts the synergistic effects of the medicines through compatibility, thereby being capable of more effectively clearing away heat and toxic materials, cooling the blood, dissipating blood stasis and inducing resuscitation, and achieving the purpose of treating acute stage of cerebral infarction.

Abstract: Exosomes, particularly adipocyte-derived exosomes, and methods of use thereof are provided.

Abstract: A biodegradable lens-shaped patch useful for healing and treatment of ocular conditions is disclosed. The patch is formed from a biodegradable carrier which carries amniotic extract and/or placental extract. The lens-shaped patch may be shaped in the form of a conventional contact lens and it is applied to a corneal surface to enhance healing thereof. After a certain period of time, the patch dissolves on its own and it need not be removed from the eye by a clinician. In an embodiment, the patch includes a clear central section that may be refractory, and a biodegradable peripheral section.

Abstract: A honey based composition is described. The composition includes a mixture of honey, a short chain fatty alcohol and a fatty ester or wax. The composition has applications for use in wound dressings and in one embodiment may be a gel. The composition has a higher than expected storage stability, remaining stable for many weeks when held at elevated temperatures and retains all of the other desirable characteristics including anti-microbial activity.

Abstract: Provided are delivery immunostimulatory bacteria that have enhanced colonization of tumors, the tumor microenvironment and/or tumor-resident immune cells, and enhanced anti-tumor activity. The immunostimulatory bacteria are modified by deletion of genes encoding the flagella or modification of the genes so that functional flagella are not produced, and/or are modified by deletion of pagP or modification of pagP to produce inactive PagP product. As a result, the immunostimulatory bacteria are flagellin? and/or pagP?. The immunostimulatory bacteria optionally have additional genomic modifications so that the bacteria are adenosine or purine auxotrophs. The bacteria optionally are one or more of asd?, purI? and msbB?.

Abstract: Kits and composition comprising: (i) a thermo-responsive hydrogel characterized by a viscosity suitable for hardening after administration on a subject's skin; (ii) a bacterial growth medium; and optionally, (iii) a population of non-pathogenic viable bacteria, are provided. Methods for topically delivering a therapeutic or cosmeceutical agent such as for inhibiting or reducing growth of microorganisms on a subject's skin are further provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polymeric particles comprising a biodegradable polymer, and at least one microorganism in a total concentration of at least 108 CFU/g dry weight that is stable for at least 35 weeks at 30° C. and optionally additional carriers and additives as well as to methods for producing polymeric particles and use thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions comprising commensal bacterial strains and organic acids and the uses thereof in the treatment of diseases.

Abstract: Various types of synbiotic therapies are provided for the treatment of a variety of gastrointestinal and other disorders. The combination of prebiotics to probiotics is defined as a synbiotic therapy. The principal GI disorders associated with dysbiosis that can be treated from such a therapeutic intervention include but are not limited to: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), antibiotic-associated diarrheas such as recurrent Clostridium difficile infection, and possibly variants of Celiac disease. Other disorders that may also be ameliorated by the proposed synbiotic therapy include metabolic syndromes and central nervous system disorders. The disclosed methods and compositions were developed to improve upon currently available probiotics through consideration of the human intestinal microbiota, and its relationship to various intestinal metabolic and neuropsychiatric disorders.

Abstract: Various types of synbiotic therapies are provided for the treatment of a variety of gastrointestinal and other disorders. The combination of prebiotics to probiotics is defined as a synbiotic therapy. The principal GI disorders associated with dysbiosis that can be treated from such a therapeutic intervention include but are not limited to: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), antibiotic-associated diarrheas such as recurrent Clostridium difficile infection, and possibly variants of Celiac disease. Other disorders that may also be ameliorated by the proposed synbiotic therapy include metabolic syndromes and central nervous system disorders. The disclosed methods and compositions were developed to improve upon currently available probiotics through consideration of the human intestinal microbiota, and its relationship to various intestinal metabolic and neuropsychiatric disorders.

Abstract: The disclosure relates generally to bacterial strains and bacterial strain mixtures, e.g., Eubacterium, Bacteroides, and Roseburia bacterial strains and mixtures thereof. The disclosure further relates to methods of using bacterial strains and bacterial strain mixtures for treating a gastrointestinal disorder, e.g., ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory disorder, and/or dysbiosis.

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: Provided herein are methods for preventing or treating diseases, said methods comprising (i) inhibiting entry of bacteriophages and/or component(s) thereof into microbiota, bodily fluid(s) or tissue(s) of the mammals and/or (ii) inactivating or modifying bacteriophages and/or component(s) thereof present in microbiota, bodily fluid(s) or tissues of the mammals and/or (iii) inactivating or modifying bacteriophages and/or component(s) thereof in one or more of food, drinking water, water for washing, water for air humidification, air, or habitat object of the mammals.

Abstract: An oncolytic poxvirus encoding a truncated human CD19 is used in conjunction with a chimeric antigen receptor to treat solid tumors.

Abstract: This disclosure provides the innovation of a group of flaviviruses carrying respective lymphocyte genes that results in targeting specific T cells of immune system to therapy solid cancers and provides strategies for using these oncolytic viruses to reduce or to avoid immune resistance to single virus treatment and thus increase efficiency against cancer.

Abstract: Described is a parvovirus formulation which comprises (a) at least 1×109 pfu/ml of parvovirus H1 (H-1PV) or a related rodent parvovirus such as LuIII, Mouse minute virus (MMV), Mouse parvovirus (MPV), Rat minute virus (RMV), Rat parvovirus or Rat virus (RV) and (b) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier containing 40-50% Iodixanol (w/v), 0.7-0.9 mmol CaCl2×2 H2O, 50-60 mmol NaCl, 0.9-1.2 mmol KCl, 0.7-0.95 mg/ml Tromethamine and 0.05-0.15 mg/ml Edetate calcium disodium. A preferred use is the therapy of a brain tumour by intratumoral injection.

Abstract: A system for decarboxylating and infusing an organic material includes a decarboxylation and infusion apparatus is provided. The apparatus includes a heated reservoir in operable communication with a user interface whereon a user selects decarboxylation and infusion settings. The heated reservoir has a mixing element to agitate an organic material and solvent disposed therein as well as a filter to filter the organic material following the infusion.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for providing treatment with cannabis to treat insomnia, anxiety, or seizure, among others.

Abstract: The present invention provides for methods of obtaining an extract of Cannabis plant material as well as subsequent processing of the extract to provide a concentrate of Cannabis. The present invention also provides for pharmaceutical dosage forms (e.g., oral thin films and transdermal patches) that include the concentrate (or extract) of Cannabis, as well as methods of medical treatment that include administering the pharmaceutical dosage forms.

Abstract: An oil-infused plant product and method of infusing is provided. The method includes placing dried botanical matter with an alcohol and oil mixture into a pressurizable container, pressurizing and heating the pressurizable container, allowing the botanical matter and oil/alcohol mixture to remain in the container for a development time period while the oil is drawn into the botanical matter, and removing the oil/alcohol mixture via a vacuum. The botanical matter may be a processed plant matter, such as a blunt wrapper, or may be a natural or minimally processed plant matter, such as dried edible plants, smokable herbs, or herbs suitable for brewing (such as tea, coffee, and herbal tea components). The oil may be any nontoxic oil.