Abstract: The present invention relates to an antioxidant and lutein supplement composition which inter alia decreases visual acuity loss by reducing the risk of developing late stage or advanced age-related macular degeneration in people with early age-related macular degeneration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer matrix, characterized in that it comprises a) an electron donating constituent and b) metal particles comprising at least one metal chosen from palladium, gold, ruthenium, rhodium, osmium, iridium, and platinum. The polymer matrix makes it possible to improve the biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties of substrates coated with said polymer matrix.

Abstract: A method of treatment of a diseased patient in which a dose of at least one heavy metal is delivered to the patient, with a surface area which is accessible for direct contact with the patient's tissue and effects release of heavy metal ions for uptake by immuno reactive cells. The criteria to be complied with in order for the heavy metal to be effective is that the surface area is greater than the surface area of a solid sphere of the same at least one heavy metal, and that the solid sphere and dose have the same weight. In a preferred embodiment, the dose of heavy metals is delivered to the patient as very small hollow particles.

Abstract: Supplement preparation including (a), a first active component in form of biologically accessible silver, (b), a second active component in form of a material obtained from cartilage, and any conventional accessory agents or additives and the use of the first and the second active components with any additional active components and/or conventional accessory agent or additives for the preparation of a health-promoting supplement preparation for livestock including mink, poultry and pigs. The preparation has proved suitable for the prevention against and treatment of plasmacytosis, puppy disease, enteritis virus, three-day sickness and/or “sticky” kits in mink.

Abstract: Polysaccharide nanofibers having anti-microbial properties, said nanofibers comprising an alginate and having silver nanoparticles dispersed throughout the nanofibers.

Abstract: A metal nanodot material is formed by ion-exchange with chabazite or a chabazite-like structure, followed by activation to form metallic nanodots. The nanodot may be formed from silver, nickel, copper, gold or a platinum group metal.

Abstract: Antibiotics used to cure Uterine Tract Infections have resulted in the growth of MRSA. and other antibiotic resistant bacteria. The CDC guidelines state “Disposable diapers cause 95% of all UTI'S”. The procedures used for “prevention” are ineffective because millions of bacteria in incontinence garments continue to double every 20 minutes. Silver ions in bandages are used to cure severly damaged skin, such as in burns. The best two in a large scale test achieved results in just 30 minutes. This Invention uses silver ions in linings next to the skin to stop the growth of over 250 kinds of infectious bacteria on it's surface and the body parts it touches. It achieves results in 30 minutes, equal to the most highly rated bandages . . . for every level of incontinence for both sexes.

Abstract: A silver-supporting bamboo charcoal (BC/Ag) comprising silver in different weight ratio of 26% (BC/Ag-1), 29% (BC/Ag-2), 34% (BC/Ag-3), 48% (BC/Ag-4), 57% (BC/Ag-5), or 75% (BC/Ag-6). The BC powders (particle size<10 ?m, Taiwan Paiho) are activated with surfactant sodium alginate under stirred for 1 h. The as-prepared BC powders (2 g) are immersed into 100 mL of biamminesilver nitrate ([Ag(NH3)2]NO3) solutions, which are formed by adding 28 wt. % aqueous ammonia into AgNO3 solution at room temperature. After stirring for 1 h, dilute aqueous solutions of hydrazine monohydrate are separately prepared and introduced to the BC-AgNO3 solutions in appropriate quantities (molar ratio 1:1 with respect to silver nitrate) by a syringe. Stirring is continued under inert atmosphere at room temperature for another 4 h. The BC/Ag particles are separated and washed with deionized water and ethanol, then dried in vacuum at 60° C. for overnight.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for inhibiting transmission of a sexually transmitted infection that contain one or more carrageenans, including lambda carrageenan. Also disclosed are methods for making and using the compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to wound dressings, in particular to an antibacterial wound dressing based on silvered gel-forming fabric and to a process for the manufacture of such a wound dressing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of making a sorbent, comprising the steeps of crushing seed husks, acid hydrolysis with extraction of water-soluble ballast substances and formation of the target composition of lignin, cellulose and melanin, water rinsing and drying, wherein the acid hydrolysis is made with an 0.1-36% acid solution during 0.3-4.5 hours in the boiling mode under pressure in the range 0.1-0.7 MPa, rinsing is made with water and/or a 0.1-1.0% alkali solution and then softened water, and the product is subsequently dried. The sorbent comprises a porous multilevel matrix on the basis of lignin, cellulose and melanin. The invention further discloses the sorbent and its uses as for prophylaxis and treatment of toxicoses, free-radical pathologies, diarrhea syndromes which are caused by ecotoxicants, viral and bacterial infections, for prophylactic and treatment of animal diseases caused by mycotoxins, pesticides, bad-quality forages in all kinds of animals.

Abstract: Products, compositions, systems, and methods for modifying a target structure which mediates or is associated with a biological activity, including treatment of conditions, disorders, or diseases mediated by or associated with a target structure, such as a virus, cell, subcellular structure or extracellular structure. The methods may be performed in situ in a non-invasive manner by application of an initiation energy to a subject thus producing an effect on or change to the target structure directly or via a modulation agent. The methods may further be performed by application of an initiation energy to a subject in situ to activate a pharmaceutical agent directly or via an energy modulation agent, optionally in the presence of one or more plasmonics active agents, thus producing an effect on or change to the target structure. Kits containing products or compositions formulated or configured and systems for use in practicing these methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyurethane foams comprising polymers of heterocyclic N-vinyl monomers (i) and a disinfectant or bleaching agent (ii).

Abstract: A packaging component, having a wall including a layer for direct contact with a product contained within the packaging, said layer formed of an organic polymer having disposed therein 1) a first material reactive with at least one component of the product contained within the packaging or with a physical or chemical contaminant thereof, and 2) a second component in the form of particles which perturb or emit, naturally or under the influence of an artificial source of excitation, a physical field which is remotely detectable and which confirms that the first material is also present. The reactive substance is typically a substance having a biocidal effect, an organoleptic additive, an oxygen-absorbing agent, an emitter of carbon dioxide or sulfur dioxide, a humidity absorber, an antioxidant or a UV filter, and the physically active particles are typically ferromagnetic, x-ray absorbent, an MRI contrast agent, luminescent or thermochromic.

Abstract: The present invention also provides a method for making the antimicrobial plant fibers. The characteristic of the method is no need of additional reducing agent. The present invention provides plant fibers with antimicrobial effects. The antimicrobial antifungal effect of the fibers is derived from nanosilver particles (diameter between 1 and 100 nm) which are attached to the fibers. The fibers which are made of cotton, linen, blending fibers, or any combination thereof. The fibers can be used to make yarn cloth to be used particularly for treating patients with burns or wound. The cloth made from the antimicrobial fibers can be further used to make clothes such as underwears, socks, shoe cushions, shoe linings, bed sheets, pillow cases, towels, women hygiene products, laboratory coats, and medical robes.

Abstract: Methods for forming antimicrobial coatings on substrate surfaces are disclosed. The methods involve providing a mixture comprising a metal salt, a biguanide compound, and a reducing agent, wherein the mixture is free of polymeric binders; and depositing the mixture onto a substrate surface, thereby forming a coated substrate surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antibacterial composition containing silver complexes, antibacterial treatment methods using the same and antibacterial formed article, in which the antibacterial composition containing silver complexes is economical, not wearing off due to washing, cleaning, rubbing, etc., firmly combined to improve durability and antibacterial effect, and applicable to various products due to great solubility and stability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel preparation method for antibacterial nano metal composite fiber materials containing organic intermediate or free radical scavengers. The technology for the invention mainly uses ?-ray radiation to a solution mixture containing PAA (polyacrylic acid intermediate) or IPA (Isopropyl alcohol free radical scavenger) and silver nitrate solution to induce crosslinking or grafting on Nylon or PET fiber surface and produce nanocomposite fiber products with excellent antibacterial ability. The main reaction mechanism is through PAA or IPA as additives to assist silver particles in adhering firmly onto Nylon or PET fiber surface. With good thermal stability and chemical stability silver is considered as an excellent inorganic antibacterial agent. It can easily react with enzyme-protein molecules in bacteria and achieve sterilization effect by destructing cell surface and killing the bacteria.

Abstract: Methods for processing substrate surfaces carrying coatings comprising a metal are disclosed. The methods involve providing a substrate surface having a coating comprising a metal, and exposing the substrate surface to a mixture including an oxidizing agent and an anion.

Abstract: An intrauterine contraceptive device comprising a carrier body (1) and an active metallic alloy (4), characterized in that the active metallic alloy is of the formula ZnxCuyMnzAuk (I) or ZnxCuyMnzAgk (II), wherein x+y+z+k=100 weight %, x is in the range from approximately 18 to 30 weight %, z is in the range from approximately 0.5 to 3 weight %, and k is in the range from approximately 3 to 12 weight %, y being the balance.

Abstract: The present invention provides a biocompatible coating comprising calcium phosphate that is functionally graded across the thickness of the coating. The coating, which preferably includes hydroxyapatite, is particularly useful for coating implants, such as dental or orthopedic implants. The functionally graded coating is generally crystalline near the interface with the surface of the implant, with crystallinity and crystal diameter decreasing toward the outer layer of the coating. The invention further provides methods for preparing a coated implant comprising a functionally graded calcium phosphate coating thereon. Furthermore, an antimicrobial agent can be dispersed within the calcium phosphate coating at discrete locations to provide for a coating with tailored release of the antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: A thermoplastic composition having antimicrobial and good impact properties is disclosed. The composition comprises (i) (co)polycarbonate, (ii) (co)polyester, (iii) grafted elastomeric (co)polymer and an amount of an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial agent that contains zeolite, metal oxide and hydrotalcite is present in an amount sufficient to impart to the composition antimicrobial efficacy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and applicator devices for providing accurate and localized administration of pharmaceutical compositions containing therapeutic agents to the skin. In particular, the invention relates to compositions which are solid at a temperature of about 250 C or less, and which soften upon continuous contact with the skin of a patient. The present invention allows a user to administer precise doses of a therapeutic agent by highly localized application of the composition to a desired skin region, without contacting surrounding skin regions, or the user's hand.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions, methods for the production of these compositions, and use of these compositions with medical devices, such as catheters, and implants. The compositions of the present invention advantageously provide varying release kinetics for the active ions in the compositions due to the different water solubilities of the ions, allowing antimicrobial release profiles to be tailored for a given application and providing for sustained antimicrobial activity over time. More particularly, the invention relates to polymer compositions containing colloids comprised of salts of one or more oligodynamic metals, such as silver. The process of the invention includes mixing a solution of one or more oligodynamic metal salts with a polymer solution or dispersion and precipitating a colloid of the salts by addition of other salts to the solution which react with some or all of the first metal salts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wound care composition comprising petrolatum ointment and zinc oxide. The wound care composition is effective at accelerating the healing of a wound resulting from cutaneous surgery and for reducing the appearance of scars. The amount of zinc oxide in the wound care composition is preferably about 1% to about 10%, which produces effective wound healing properties as well as a cosmetically elegant composition having a pleasing feel on the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to micro-sized particles having anti-biocontaminant properties. Each particle is comprised of a central metal core, or support structure, (for example, alumina oxide) and has on its surface, one or more anti-biocontaminant metals and at least one redox agent.

Abstract: A polymer composite comprising a melt-processed polymer compounded with a color stabilizer comprising a bromate or iodate ion, and a silver-based antimicrobial agent. The specified color stabilizers are particularly superior in inhibiting undesirable darkening or discoloration of melt-processed polymers compounded with silver-based antimicrobial agents containing a grain-size controlling additive.

Abstract: The invention discloses therapeutic and prophylactic compositions based on synthetic solid catalysts such as zeolites, clays, silicates, silicas and double hydroxides. These solids can be used to treat numerous disease conditions such as diabetes, arthritis and other autoimmune diseases, cancer, skin diseases, microbial infections etc. The invention also describes methods to produce such products and use them independently or in combination with other pharmaceutically and biologically active ingredients. Such catalysts are designed so to imitate biological catalytic systems (enzymes, antigen presenting cells, delayed active component release, cell organeles, etc.) and are, therefore, biomimetic.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition and method to prevent and treat bedsores rapidly, efficaciously and economically. The composition comprises a novel combination of herbal extracts that has surprisingly synergistic and highly efficacious effects for the acceleration of wound healing, and which also disinfects and relieves pain in dermal wounds. The composition can also be used for the rapid healing of dermal burns and dermal cuts. The composition is comprised of extracts of aloe vera, passion flower, goldenseal, and American ginseng, and optionally includes ionic silver and mimosa extract. The treatment method comprises administering a fluid and or gel form of the composition to the wounded skin and or wound cavity therein as a prophylactic or therapeutic dose, and may be delivered by means of a wound dressing.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for treating impure water by introducing a solution of electrolyticially generated silver citrate into the impure water wherein the silver is electrolytically generated in a solution of citric acid and water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a medical device comprising a coating which is obtainable starting from a solution comprising a nonionic polyurethaneurea and silver.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a medical device which has at least one coating which is obtained starting from an aqueous dispersion, the aqueous dispersion comprising at least one nonionically stabilized polyurethaneurea and at least one silver-containing constituent.

Abstract: An antibacterial nano-silver contained polymer absorbent and sanitary articles thereof includes a polymer absorbent and an antibacterial material coated thereon that has a plurality of supporting elements adsorbed nano-silver. The antibacterial nano-silver contained polymer absorbent is adopted on sanitary articles to be in contact with secretion generating portions of users to directly absorb secretions of user's body or prevent microbe-contained external air from entering the user's body to provide disinfecting effect and a healthy condition for the user.

Abstract: Materials, compositions, and medical devices for the treatment or prophylaxis of microbial, including bacterial, infections, comprising at least one water-insoluble ceramic compound and at least one metal species. Methods of making such materials, compositions and medical devices.

Abstract: The subject invention provides unique and advantageous compositions containing Argentum metallicum (homeopathic silver) for use in topical skin care. In one embodiment, the subject invention provides a gel formulation having an advantageous silver hydrosol component in addition to Argentum metallicum. In preferred embodiments of the composition of the subject invention, the formulation further comprises carbopol. Sodium hydroxide can be used as described herein to adjust the pH.

Abstract: Thermally-conductive laboratory bath media can be used to replace conventional wet media or dry solid blocks in existing thermal baths for heating or cooling samples with advantageous maintenance and microbial control benefits. The media is typically in the form of metallic or metallic-coated pellets that have rounded edges, hardened surface, a smooth polished finish, and are sized small for efficient thermal communication between pellets and samples. Laboratory bath improvements are disclosed with various advanced controls and adaptations for thermal control as well as infection control.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to disinfectant hand sanitizing compositions. In one embodiment, a hand sanitizing compositions can include from 10 to 1500 ppm colloidal silver, from 0.01 wt % to 30 wt % alcohol, at least 70 wt % water, and a thickening agent. The hand sanitizers can provide continued sanitization for an extended period of time and can be formulated to be dispensed as self-supporting foams.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for inhibiting the biological acidification of water which is in contact with materials containing sulfur in reduced form or with elemental sulfur, susceptible to oxidation on the part of Thiobacilli, comprising putting said materials in contact with soluble inorganic salts at concentrations ranging from 0.4 normal to saturation.

Abstract: A film consisting of a titanium dioxide host matrix comprising silver oxide nanoparticles.

Abstract: Nanosilver coated bacterial cellulose nanofiber and a method of producing the nanosilver coated bacterial cellulose nanofiber. The nanosilver coated bacterial cellulose nanofiber is produced by preparing a suspension of bacterial cellulose fibers, oxidizing bacterial cellulose fibers; adding the thio-group to the polymer backbone; reacting the resulting product with silver proteinate and enhancing the nanosilver particle size. The nanosilver coated bacterial cellulose nanofibers exhibit antimicrobial properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to high surface area materials, such as nanoparticles, that are coated with metal ions. These modified nanoparticles have active sites that bind various gases and/or odorous compounds, thereby removing these compounds from a medium such as air or water. Metal ions are adsorbed onto the surface of the nanoparticle and bound strongly to the surface. By selection of the metal ion, specific gaseous compounds and/or odorous compounds can be targeted and removed efficiently and effectively from both aqueous phase and from the air. The modified nanoparticles are useful in numerous article of manufacture for industrial and consumer use.

Abstract: A metal nanodot material is formed by ion-exchange with an ETS zeolite, followed by activation to form metallic nanodots. The nanodot may be formed from silver, nickel, copper, gold or a platinum group metal.

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention is a treatment for the mitigation and prevention of systemic infection of plants by Xylella fastidiosa using materials derived from bactericidal metals wherein one metal is silver. The candidate bactericidal metal is preferably introduced in metallic, nanocrystalline, salt form, chelated form, or otherwise coupled form. Metal atoms, ions, molecules, or clusters are introduced to the plant to the plant by injection, ballistic insertion, pneumatic insertion, mechanical insertion, manual insertion, root application, aerosolization, or spray in sufficient concentration to treat, cure, and/or prevent plant disease or reduced productivity caused by X. fastidiosa.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer. The method includes introducing an effective amount of an oxidative catalyzing agent including titanium oxide, zinc oxide, zirconium oxide, tungsten oxide or tin oxide into a biological entity, and irradiating the biological entity with a ray. The oxidative catalyzing agent produces hydroxyl or hydrogen peroxide radicals after irradiation with the ray thereon.

Abstract: An antimicrobial coating composition consisting essentially of 70 to 80 wt. percent water; 5 to 10 wt. percent methyl alcohol; 3 to 8 wt. percent octadecyl dimethyl trimethoxyl silylpropyl-ammonium chloride; 1 to 5 wt. percent chloropropyl trimethoxysilane; 0.5 to 1.5 wt. percent aminopropyltrialkosilane; 0.5 to 1.5 wt. percent of a surfactant; 1 to 1.5 wt. percent of an anti-microbial agent; and 0.5 to 2.5 wt. percent sulfuric acid.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an article having a fiber including an antimicrobial agent to inhibit growth of microorganisms. The article inhibits the growths of microorganisms in biological, physiological fluids, and non-biological solutions. The article includes a fibrous structure and silver halide particles applied to the fibers to inhibit the growth of the microorganism.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aerosol, in which a phase containing a solid substance is dispersed into a gaseous dispersant. The aim of the invention is to achieve a particularly effective anti-inflammatory action for the treatment of respiratory diseases. According to the invention, a depot is contained in the dispersed phase, said depot releasing silver ions when it comes into contact with water.

Abstract: This invention generally relates to use of novel nanomaterials comprised of metals in anti-viral applications. Such nanomaterials, for example, can be produced using a high power, pulsed plasma process, which plasma process, optionally, can be performed on the metal with a precursor (i.e., a gaseous precursor, such as acetylene or methane) when forming the unagglomerated nanomaterials. In embodiments of the invention, the metal is nanosilver. Optionally, the nanomaterials may also comprise carbon, including in the form of carbyne.

Abstract: This invention provides a modified catheter biomaterial that provides both immediate, and long-term microbiocidal effects on otherwise antibiotic-resistant strains of microorganisms. The material, which exhibits good mechanical performance characteristics for medical devices, is composed of a hydrophobic polyurethane (PU), a hydrophilic polyethylene vinyl acetate (PEVA), a soluble silver salt and a sparsely-soluble silver salt. The hydrophobic polyurethane provides the good physical properties, the PEVA the hydrophilicity necessary to allow some water ingress into the catheter, the soluble silver salt for an immediate burst effect, and the sparsely-soluble silver salt for sustained-release over many months postimplantation.

Abstract: A device for promoting the clotting of blood comprises a clay material in particle form and a receptacle for containing the clay material. At least a portion of the receptacle is defined by a mesh. Another device comprises a gauze substrate and a clay material disposed on the gauze substrate. Another device is a bandage comprising a substrate, a mesh mounted on the substrate, and particles of a clay material retained in the mesh. A hemostatic sponge comprises a substrate, a hemostatic material disposed on a first surface of the substrate, and a release agent disposed on a second surface of the substrate. The release agent is disposed on the wound-contacting surface of the substrate. When treating a bleeding wound, application of the hemostatic sponge causes at least a portion of the hemostatic material to come into contact with blood through the release agent and through the substrate.