Abstract: The present invention provides wood preservative compositions comprising micronized particles. In one embodiment, the composition comprises dispersions of micronized metal or metal compounds. In another embodiment, the wood preservative composition comprises an inorganic component comprising a metal or metal compound and organic biocide. When the composition comprises an inorganic component and an organic biocide, the inorganic component or the organic biocide or both are present as micronized particles. When compositions of the present invention are used for preservation of wood, the micronized particles can be observed as uniformly distributed within the wood and there is minimal leaching of the metal and biocide from the wood.

Abstract: The present invention provides a material for forming an antimicrobial surface coating with multi-level antimicrobial properties, which comprises one or more volatile or gaseous biocides, one or more nonvolatile biocides, and one or more polymers, wherein the volatile or gaseous biocides are encapsulated in the polymers to provide a sustained release of the volatile or gaseous biocides. The present invention further provides a method for preparing the material.

Abstract: Largely aqueous, liquid inanimate surface treatment compositions which impart a microbicidal benefit to treated surfaces which compositions comprise (or in certain preferred embodiments may consist essentially of, or may consist of): a copper source material which releases copper ions into the treatment composition, 0% wt. and up to but excluding 20% wt. of at least one alcohol which independently of other constituents present exhibits a microbicidal effect, at least one quaternary ammonium compound which provides a microbicidal benefit, optionally but very preferably at least one detersive surfactant, further, optionally one or more further constituents which impart one or more advantageous technical or aesthetic benefits to the compositions, including one or more detersive surfactants, and water, wherein the compositions are at a pH such that the surface treatment compositions, exhibit a microbicidal or germicidal or antimicrobial effect on treated inanimate surfaces or when used to treat an airspace, e.g.

Abstract: The disclosure describes collagen constructs comprising antifungal agents, preferably, copper, and related methods.

Abstract: Pyrimidine compounds and their use in controlling pests such as insects and other invertebrates are provided. Further embodiments, forms, objects, features, advantages, aspects and benefits shall become apparent from the description.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of hydrazone compounds and copper for controlling the growth of fungi.

Abstract: Micro-micelle forms of carotenoids and/or xanthophylls, which show improved absorption and biovailability by living organisms, provide higher levels of carotenoids in the blood stream, and consequently are deposited at the target tissues at a faster rate and more efficiently than crystalline carotenoids are provided. The micro-micelle forms do not contain any crystal forms of carotenoids, and are obtained as micro-micelles after melting Lutein diacetate or Lutein dipropionate in their natural original lipid vegetable matrix, in the presence of lipids, phospholipids, fatty acids, emulsifiers and moisture. The micro-micelle forms can be ingested at a dosage between 2 mg to 50 mg to provide an absorption of the carotenoid solubilizate that is at least 20% above that of crystalline carotenoids, and provides a macular pigment deposit that exceeds at least 10% of Macular Pigment Optical Density, than the deposition obtained by ingesting crystalline Lutein.

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: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I). Provided is also a method of killing a cell that comprises administering the compound of formula (I). Provided is also a method of treating cancer or diabetes in a mammal that comprises administering the compound of formula I and respective pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: Methods of using a non-irritant, low pH acidic composition to destroy undesirable microorganisms are described. The methods may be used on food products, food processing equipment, and in aqueous solutions.

Abstract: Disclosure is provided for methods of preventing, removing or inhibiting microbial biofilm formation or microbial infection in a plant or plant part thereof, including applying thereto a treatment effective amount of an active compound as described herein, or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. Methods of enhancing a microbicide (e.g., including a copper, antibiotic, bacteriophage, etc.) and/or plant defense activator are also provided, including applying an active compound as described herein. Compositions comprising an active compound as described herein in an agriculturally acceptable carrier are also provided, and in some embodiments the compositions further include a microbicide (e.g., including copper, antibiotic, bacteriophage, etc.) and/or plant defense activator.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for maintaining normoglycemia in a mammal in need thereof, preferably a critically ill patient suffering from acute stress, and to a method for preventing or limiting renal ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) in a mammal, preferably in a critically ill patient suffering from acute stress.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for prophylactic nutritional supplementation and therapeutic nutritional supplementation. Specifically, the composition provides a nutritional supplement with a beneficial increased supplementation of vitamin D and the method involves administering to an individual a composition comprising carotenoids, vitamin E, vitamin D, vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, pyridoxine, biotin, pantothenic acid, cobalamin, magnesium, manganese, zinc, selenium, chromium, copper, alpha lipoic acid, and lutein.

Abstract: The invention discloses a trace element solution, which comprises at least one metal selected from the group comprising selenium, copper, zinc, manganese and chromium; and at least one component selected from the group comprising a vitamin, a vaccine, a growth stimulant, a dewormer, iron dextran, an antibiotic and a synchronisation preparation. The synchronisation preparation is a combination of injectable hormonal preparations, inplantable hormonal preparations, intravaginal hormonal preparation and other slow release hormonal preparation. The antibiotics include oral, injectable and implantable theurapeutic remedies. The vaccine includes antigens and a combination of antigens and adjuvents. The growth stimulants include zeranol, estradiol, testosterone, progesterone and trenbolone acetate. The dewormer includes macrocydic lactones, leramizoles, benzimidazoles and salicylanilides. The macrocydic lactones include doramectin, ivermectin, abamectin and moxidectin.

Abstract: An improved dietary and/or therapeutic supplement composition comprising a quantity of a dietary and/or therapeutic supplement agent having a pH that upon ingestion with food or a beverage would limit the effectiveness of the agent and a sufficient amount of an alkaline electrolyte additive is provided in combination with the agent to raise the pH of the composition to a level of from about 8 to about 12.5 to increase the effectiveness and functional utilization of the agent while the composition is in the person's stomach.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions for maximizing muscle protein synthesis while minimizing the catabolism of muscle proteins and methods of using same are provided. In this manner, the nutritional compositions may provide for retention of lean body mass, which helps to avoid loss of independence and functionality, as well as to improve quality of life especially in the elderly at risk of sarcopenia and frailty. The nutritional compositions include ?-hydroxyisocaproic acid and citrulline. The composition may include other functional ingredients such as, but not limited to whey protein including whey protein micelles, prebiotic fibers, ?-keto-glutarate, eicosapentaenoic acid, L-carnitine, nucleotides, and amino acids. Methods of administering such nutritional products to individuals in need of same are also provided.

Abstract: Antimicrobial solutions and delivery systems for them use liquid antimicrobial solutions with: at least 80% of total weight of a carrier liquid comprising water, alcohol or a mixture of water and alcohol; at least 0.0001% by weight of the solution of I2; at least 0.0001% by weight of CuSO4; and sufficient acid in the solution top provide a pH of less than 7.0. A buffering system is also preferable in the solution, and the solution may be provided directly as a liquid, as a spray, as a gel, imbibed and carried in a wipe, encapsulated solution, segregated droplets of solution (in carrying layers of particles, dispersed in a solid of gel carrier) and the like.

Abstract: A system for dispensing water treatment compositions into a pool, spa, or other body of water is disclosed, which system provides a visible cue that the water treatment is properly dispersing and also provides a visible cue when the desired amount of water treatment has been dispensed. The system comprises a dispenser and the water treatment composition contained within the body of the dispenser, which dispenser and which system provides a readily visual cue that when the water treatment dose has been fully, or in some cases mostly or partially dispersed. For example, the dispenser sinks when fully dosed and resurfaces when empty, and in particular embodiments the water treatment comprises a means for generating visible gas bubbles and/or producing a color stream as the treatment dissolves.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions having dietary nucleotides, ?-3 fatty acids and citrulline are provided. The nutritional compositions may be formulated to improve T cell function, increase arginine availability in vivo, regulate myeloid-derived suppressor cells (“MDSC”), and decrease the risk and/or severity of infection after surgery or trauma. Methods of making, using and administering such nutritional compositions to individuals in need of same are also provided. Methods for modulating the affects of MDSC's are also provided.

Abstract: Composition for controlling phytopathogens comprising compound of the formula: wherein: R1 represents H, or a CO—R? acyl group; R2, the same or different when n is equal to 2, is a halogen, optionally selected from fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine; a C1-C9 alkyl group; a C1-C9 haloalkyl group; a C1-C9 alkoxyl group; a C1-C9 haloalkoxyl group; a C1-C9 thioalkyl group; a C1-C9 halothioalkyl group; a C3-C9 cycloalkyl group; a C2-C10 carboalkoxyl group; a cyano group; a hydroxyl group; R? represents a hydrogen; a C1-C9 alkyl group; a C1-C9 haloalkyl group; a C1-C9 alkoxyl group; a C1-C9 haloalkoxyl group; a C2-C10 carboalkoxyl group; a phenyl group; n is a number ranging from 0 to 2; X represents an oxygen atom, a nitrogen or sulfur atom in combination with a fungicide; method for controlling phytopathogens with compound of formula (1) with or without another fungicide.

Abstract: Radiation-oxidative exposure treatment compositions comprise a mixture of micronutrient multivitamin and trace elements, a mixture of antioxidants and chemopreventative agents, and optionally a mixture of fatty acids. Micronutrient multivitamin and trace elements mixtures include vitamins A, Bp, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12, C, D, E and K; inositol; calcium, iodine, magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese, chromium, molybdenum, potassium, boron and vanadium. Mixtures of non-essential antioxidants and chemopreventative agents include bioflavins, alpha lipoic acid, N-acetyl-L-cysteine (optionally) lutein, lycopene, astaxanthin, plant sterols, isoflavones, garlic extract, which provides allicin; green tea extract, cruciferous vegetable extract, fruit extracts, coenzyme Q-10, and resveratrol. Fatty acid mixtures include eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid.

Abstract: Provided herein is a prenatal and postpartum multivitamin and mineral supplement package provided in the form of a plurality of solid oral dosage units individually contained in blister packs wherein a portion of the dosage forms are iron-containing while at least half of the dosage units are essentially iron-free and wherein the total amount of iron in the package as sold to purchasers is less than about 1300 mg of elemental iron.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of co-administration of various vitamin and mineral compositions, and in a specific embodiment, said methods comprise co-administering one composition comprising vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin E, folic acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, niacin, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, and/or copper, and a second composition comprising omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA, to supplement the nutritional needs of individuals within physiologically stressful states; and kits provided for co-administration of various vitamin and mineral compositions, and in a specific embodiment, said kits comprise one composition comprising vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin E, folic acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, niacin, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, and/or copper, and a second composition comprising omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA, to supplement the nutritional needs of individuals within physiologically stressful states.

Abstract: The present invention discloses therapeutic compositions and methods for treating a patient having a tumor disease. Methods, and dietary compositions thereof, for determining a diet regime for a patient with a tumor disease include the steps of: providing a sample of the patient; profiling at least one biochemical parameter of the sample using a biochemical analyzer to obtain a profile; identifying a biologically-active molecular feature of the profile; correlating the feature with a biochemical pathway related to the tumor's metabolism or proliferation; determining the diet regime specific to the patient, wherein the diet regime includes at least one biologically-active molecule corresponding to the feature of the profile; and administering the diet regime to the patient in a therapeutically-effective dosage. Preferably, the sample is selected from the group consisting of: a tumor sample, biological tissue, an organ sample, blood, blood serum, blood plasma, and urine.

Abstract: Disclosure is provided for methods of preventing, removing or inhibiting microbial biofilm formation or microbial infection in a plant or plant part thereof, including applying thereto a treatment effective amount of an active compound as described herein, or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof. Methods of enhancing a microbicide (e.g., including a copper, antibiotic, bacteriophage, etc.) and/or plant defense activator are also provided, including applying an active compound as described herein. Compositions comprising an active compound as described herein in an agriculturally acceptable carrier are also provided, and in some embodiments the compositions further include a microbicide (e.g., including copper, antibiotic, bacteriophage, etc.) and/or plant defense activator.

Abstract: Compositions having antimicrobial activity contain particles comprising at least one inorganic copper salt; and at least one functionalizing agent in contact with the particles, the functionalizing agent stabilizing the particle in a carrier such that an antimicrobially effective amount of ions are released into the environment of a microbe. The average size of the particles ranges from about 1000 nm to about 3 nm. Preferred copper salts include copper iodide, copper bromide and copper chloride, most preferred being copper iodide. Preferred functionalizing agents comprise materials with a molecular weight of 60 or above, which include amino acids, other acidic materials, thiols, hydrophilic polymers, emulsions of hydrophobic polymers and surfactants. The functionalized particles are preferably made by a grinding process.

Abstract: An antibacterial or anti-acne formulation suitable for topical or local application to human skin containing (a) either usnic acid or an usnate and (b) a metal salt selected from copper salts, bismuth salts, and mixtures thereof, wherein if the component (a) is an usnate, the components (a) and (b) are not the same compound.

Abstract: Implantable medical devices having galvanic particulates are disclosed. The particulate may be coated onto at least part of a surface of the medical device. In addition, the galvanic particulates may be contained in the material used to manufacture the antimicrobial medical devices, or may be embedded into the surface of the medical devices. The present invention also provides novel coating methods and processing methods. The present invention further provides a combination of galvanic particulates with an aqueous gel, a method of making this combination, and a method of treatment using this combination. The devices and compositions may have advantageous characteristics and effects including anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, tissue regeneration promoting, and pain reduction or elimination.

Abstract: The present invention provides an environmentally compatible, pesticidal composition and method for the control of insect pests. The composition includes two components. The first component is a chelating agent, a metal complex of a chelating agent, and mixtures thereof, and the second component is preferably a carrier material.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a composition having antimicrobial activity comprising particles comprising at least one inorganic copper salt; and at least one functionalizing agent in contact with the particles, the functionalizing agent stabilizing the particle in a carrier such that an antimicrobially effective amount of ions are released into the environment of a microbe. The average size of the particles ranges from about 1000 nm to about 4 nm. Preferred copper salts include copper iodide, copper bromide and copper chloride. Preferred functionalizing agents include amino acids, thiols, hydrophilic polymers emulsions of hydrophobic polymers and surfactants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, kits and methods for the administration of various vitamin, mineral and nutrient compositions, and in a specific embodiment, the compositions, kits and methods may utilize or include twelve carbon chain fatty acids and/or twelve carbon chain acylglycerols, vitamin D, iodine, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B9, vitamin B3, vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, omega 3 fatty acids and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hydrogels endowed with antibacterial properties, to be used for injection in damaged bones or in the production of antibacterial coatings of prostheses for implant in the human or animal body, obtained by loading with antibacterial agents hydrogels formed by derivatives of hyaluronic acid; the invention also relates to a kit of parts for producing the antibacterial hydrogels.

Abstract: Radiation-oxidative exposure treatment compositions may include a mixture of micronutrient multivitamin and trace elements, a mixture of antioxidants and chemopreventative agents, and optionally a mixture of fatty acids. Methods of treatment of a subject exposed to a radiation source or an oxidative stress with the radiation-oxidative exposure treatment composition may include the step of administering to the subject a daily dose of the radiation-oxidative exposure treatment composition such that the life shortening effects induced by the radiation source or the oxidative stress are ameliorated.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an antimicrobial fibre, fabric and wound dressing that incorporate nano metal and the preparation method thereof. Nano metal particles are homogenously distributed within the fibre structure or surface, and, the fibre does not contain protective colloid for the prevention of agglomeration of nano metal particles. The nano metal particles are in an amount of 1.1% to 20% by weight. The fibrous wound dressing has the ability to continuously release sufficient amount of silver ions and is especially suitable for the management of chronic wounds. It can effectively prevent various bacteria and microbial infections.

Abstract: There is provided in accordance with embodiments of the invention a method of treating or reducing the effects in a subject of a condition selected from fructose intolerance and impaired fructose metabolism, the method comprising administering to a subject in need of such treatment or reduction an efficacious amount of a glucose isomerase, other than in combination with 5-D-fructose dehydrogenase. Other embodiments are also disclosed. There is provided a method for treating or reducing the effects of fructose intolerance and health problems associated with excessive fructose intake by administration of glucose isomerase. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: There is provided in accordance with embodiments of the invention a method of treating or reducing the effects in a subject of a condition selected from fructose intolerance and impaired fructose metabolism, the method comprising administering to a subject in need of such treatment or reduction an efficacious amount of a glucose isomerase, other than in combination with 5-D-fructose dehydrogenase. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a composition having antimicrobial activity comprising particles comprising at least one inorganic copper salt; and at least one functionalizing agent in contact with the particles, the functionalizing agent stabilizing the particle in a carrier such that an antimicrobially effective amount of ions are released into the environment of a microbe. The average size of the particles ranges from about 1000 nm to about 4 nm. Preferred copper salts include copper iodide, copper bromide and copper chloride. Preferred functionalizing agents include amino acids, thiols, hydrophilic polymers emulsions of hydrophobic polymers and surfactants.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hemostatic material comprising a scaffold and a galvanic particulate. The galvanic particulate comprises particles made of at least two dissimilar metals. The scaffold is preferably a biocompatible polysaccharide-based hemostatic, such as a chitosan or cellulosic based hemostatic like ORC.

Abstract: A dietary supplement composition includes a synergistic combination of saffron and resveratrol for providing anti-oxidant and gene modulation effects for preventing, ameliorating and/or reducing a rate of development and progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Optionally, the combination is supplemented with one or more further ingredients: fish oil, Zinc, Copper, vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin. The combination is beneficially provided as a composition which is useful for reducing a risk of developing, and/or for reducing a rate of progression of age-related macular degeneration, and/or for preventing age-related sight loss, and other age-related diseases.

Abstract: A biocidal composition comprising 2,2-dibromomalonamide and a metal selected from silver, copper, and mixtures thereof, and its use for the control of microorganisms in aqueous and water-containing systems.

Abstract: A profertility composition for administration to infertile men with sperm oxidative stress is disclosed. The composition comprises a unique combination of a pharmaceutically acceptable vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, zinc, folic acid, lycopene and at least one carnitine source.

Abstract: A topical skin care lotion includes materials for supplementing the production of collagen I and III includes a base of lipophillic or lipophobic material and at least one amino acid. The amino acids are alanine and glycine. Other components of the lotion include iron, vitamin C, manganese, silica and cherry fruit extract. Together, these components assist the body with the production of collagen and promote healing of damaged skin. Antioxidants are also provided to protect the skin from oxidative stress by ultraviolet sunlight and environmental hazards.

Abstract: An agent for thermally stabilizing lactoferrin, which comprises a nucleic acid as an active ingredient, can be added to lactoferrin to impart thermal stability to lactoferrin. Thermally stabilized lactoferrin can be heat-sterilized at a pH value around a neutral pH value while keeping its activity.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wood preservative composition comprising micronized copper and copper-amine complex, wherein the copper component of the copper amine complex is from about 5% to about 50% by weight, based upon the total weight of copper in the composition. The copper amine complex serves to avoid wood surface “chalking” that is otherwise attributable to the presence of micronized copper in copper-based slurries used to treat wood products. In addition, the copper-amine complex enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of the composition when used in wood treatment applications by facilitating cell wall penetration of the treated wood.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, kits and methods for the administration of various vitamin, mineral and nutrient compositions, and in a specific embodiment, the compositions, kits and methods may utilize or include twelve carbon chain fatty acids and/or twelve carbon chain acylglycerols, vitamin D, iodine, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B9, vitamin B3, vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, omega 3 fatty acids and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers.

Abstract: Novel antimicrobial compositions and coatings are disclosed. The antimicrobial compositions consist of mixtures of taurolidine and protamine, including protamine salts. The antimicrobial compositions are particularly useful in coatings for implantable medical devices. The antimicrobial compositions are effective against a broad spectrum of microbes.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a copper ion-producing composition that has a copper ion (mineral)-based germicidal activity against Legionella spp., Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and saprophytic bacteria occurring in the water in drinking water storage tanks, hot springs, bathhouses, and pools, and that can supply mineral, and also to provide a granular composition that contains this copper ion-producing composition. The copper ion-producing composition is obtained by mixing 0.3 to 10 weight parts surfactant with 100 weight parts metallic copper powder. The granular composition is obtained by kneading this copper ion-producing composition with poorly water-soluble material that has a softening point of not less than 70° C. The granular composition is also obtained by coating the copper ion-producing composition on the surface of poorly water-soluble material that has a softening point of not less than 70° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preservative for preserving wood comprising 5-methyl-2-trifluoromethylfuran-3-carboxylic acid anilide derivative represented by the following formula, wherein R represents an iropropyl group or an isopropoxy group as an active ingredient. The preservative for preserving wood has an excellent preservative effect on various wood-decay fungi at an extremely low dose, is economically efficient, and imposes a small burden on the environment. The present invention also relates to a method for treating wood using the preservative.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions and methods of making and using the nutritional compositions are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a nutritional composition including exogenous vitamin K2. The nutritional compositions may further include an additional component selected from the group consisting of phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, iron, copper, manganese, calcium, vitamin D, osteopontin and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a rapidly disintegrating orally administrable powder. The powder may include an active ingredient such as a dietary supplement. Methods of using the same are also provided herein.