Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing an antimicrobially effective composite material (10), in which at least one molybdenum and/or tungsten containing inorganic compound is bound to at least one further material. Furthermore, the invention relates to an antimicrobially effective composite material (10), which includes at least one molybdenum and/or tungsten containing compound, which is bound to at least one further material.

Abstract: A method for producing a permanent or soft magnet including the following steps: a) providing: a solution containing a solvent in which are dispersed a set of objects which possess a permanent magnetic moment; a substrate on which are fixed to the surface or within a cavity that it may have, a 1st pad and a 2nd pad, said 1st pad includes a face facing and parallel to a face that the 2nd pad includes; b) the solution is deposited on the surface of the substrate or, as the case may be, within its cavity; c) the substrate is placed in a magnetic field so that the set of objects are grouped together between the face of the 1st pad and the face of the 2nd pad so as to form a permanent magnet.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for increasing the anaerobic working capacity of muscle and other tissues. Also provided are compositions formulated for the sustained release of free beta-alanine. Also provided is a dietary supplement formulated, for example, as a solid food product, an edible suspension, liquid or semi-liquid as described herein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising: i) one or more LDH-active anion materials comprising an LDH matrix intercalated with one or more active anions, and ii) a modifier system comprising a) one or more surfactants, in combination with b) one or more compounds having the generic formula MA, where M comprises one or more positively charged ions and A comprises one or more negatively charged counter ions.

Abstract: Magnetosomes for use in a sequential laser radiation medical treatment, wherein the magnetosomes are administered to a body part of an individual. In a first step, the magnetosomes are irradiated by a laser radiation, and in a second step, the magnetosomes are irradiated by a laser radiation of lower power than in the first step or no laser irradiation of the magnetosomes is performed. The sequence of the first step and second step is repeated at least once.

Abstract: The present technology relates to a nutritional formulation for administration to bariatric individuals. The nutritional formulation includes a multi-nutrients dosage unit; and a minerals dosage unit.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods to treat diabetic neuropathies. In particular, the invention provides combinations of at least two types of antioxidants have complementary effects for use against diabetic neuropathies. The two types of antioxidants include: antioxidants that comprise stabilizing heteroatoms and antioxidants with extended conjugated segments in a ring structure. At least one of each type of provided antioxidant has a pro-oxidative or conditionally pro-oxidative effect.

Abstract: A magnetic nanoparticle including a TRPV1 agonist, as well as methods of preparation and use, are described herein. A magnetically responsive pharmaceutical can include a core region having a magnetic nanoparticle (MNPs) and a TRPV1 protein agonist. Further, an exterior coating comprising a polymer can be formed around the core region. The magnetically responsive pharmaceutical can be administered to a recipient and directed to a target region using an external magnetic field.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions for oral administration, in particular administration as an oral delivery system to be swallowed directly or capable of disintegration in the oral cavity, comprising iron oxy-hydroxide in high loading.

Abstract: Provided are DNA-coated nanoparticles (DNA-NPS), superparamagnetic nanoparticles (DNA-SPNs), and superparamagnetic iron oxide nanopa rticles (DNA-SPIONs) as efficient imaging agents for targeting and imaging atherosclerotic lesions and treating atherosclerotic disease. The DNA-NS, DNA-SPNs, and DNA-SPIONs can enter macrophage cells via the Class A scavenger receptor (SR-A)-mediated pathways and can be used to specifically target atheroscleortic plaques.

Abstract: The invention describes hydrosoluble iron (III) oxyhydroxide complexes prepared from different sources of iron, amino acids and carboxylic acids. The iron (III) complexes have no undesirable residual taste and can be used as supplementation forms for the prevention or treatment of iron deficiency anemia in humans or animals and pharmaceutical or food compositions containing them.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for diagnosing allergy in a human or animal patient, wherein the level of species-specific lipocalin, especially lipocalin 2 in a human patient, is measured in a sample of said patient and wherein a lowered level of said lipocalin compared to the level of said lipocalin in the corresponding sample of a human or animal that has no allergy, is indicative of an allergy, as well as a kit for performing this method, and a kit for quality control of allergen molecules or extracts used for immunotherapy of allergy by determining its siderophore-iron ligand load and thus immunomodulatory potency. Further, lipocalin proteins for use in treatment or prevention of allergies are provided, preferably complexed with siderophore-iron ligands.

Abstract: The technology described herein relates, at least in part, to compositions comprising and methods for isolating and enriching natural IgM-producing phagocytic B (NIMPAB) cells and methods of producing IgM antibodies using such cells, as well as uses of the antibodies produced by the methods for the prevention and treatment of diseases wherein immunotherapy with such natural IgM antibodies and their derivatives can be useful.

Abstract: Dietary supplement compositions directed to men and women and to the maintenance and improvement of human physiology, including weight, skin, hair, and general organ function and sexual health.

Abstract: Nanocages are formed by etching nancubes. The nanocubes are added to an aqueous system having an amphiphilic lipid dissolved in an organic solvent (e.g. a hydrophobic alcohol) to form reverse micelles. As the water evaporates the micelles shrink as etching of the flat surface of the nanocubes occurs. In this fashion hollow nanocages are produced. In one embodiment, the nanocage is covalently attached to a polymer shell (e.g. a dextran shell).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a formulation for mitigating brain trauma including, in some embodiments, one or more ?-3 fatty acids, one or more curcuminoids, trans-resveratrol, ?-glycerylphosphorylcholine (“?-GPC”), and uridine-5?-monophosphate (“UMP”). The formulation is an oil-based emulsion including the one or more ?-3 fatty acids, the one or more curcuminoids, the trans-resveratrol, the ?-GPC, and the UMP for oral administration. Also disclosed herein is a packaged formulation for mitigating brain trauma including, in some embodiments, a sealed pouch containing a single dose of the oil-based emulsion including the one or more ?-3 fatty acids, the one or more curcuminoids, trans-resveratrol, ?-GPC, and UMP.

Abstract: Described herein are oral pharmaceutical compositions suitable for chewing, sucking, or buccal dissolution comprising soft gel capsules and liquid fills, methods for making the same, and methods for treating subjects in need thereof with such capsules. In particular, oral pharmaceutical compositions comprising chewable, suckable, or dissolvable soft gel capsules with various flowable fill compositions are described.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties capable of modulating the activity of cannabinoid receptors, and to oligomers of flavan-3-ol capable of modulating fat absorption and storage. Such Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties or oligomers of flavan-3-ol can optionally be used in combination with other weight management agents, such as anorectic agents, a lipase inhibitors, other cannabinoid receptor modulators, psychotropic agents, insulin sensitizers, stimulants, or satiety agents, as well as to methods of use thereof such as treating or preventing weight gain or obesity, promoting weight loss, appetite suppression, modifying satiety, or the like.

Abstract: A dietary supplement that may include chromium 4-hydroxyisoleucinate. The chromium 4-hydroxyisoleucinate may be provided in a molar ratio between 1:5 and 5:1 ligand to metal. The dietary supplement may be used to manage blood glucose levels, to improve insulin resistance, and to improve glucose uptake.

Abstract: The present invention provides a magnetic nanoparticle composition, comprising an iron oxide particle core conjugated with a capping agent and having wüstite structure and antiferromagnetic properties, wherein the empirical formula of iron oxide is defined as FexO with x in the range of about 0.83 to about 0.96. Also provided are a method of manufacturing the same, a contrast agent comprising the same, and methods of using the same for acquiring a magnetic resonance image and for delivering a therapeutic or diagnostic agent.

Abstract: A composition and method useful in promoting hemostasis, absorbing ooze, and being antimicrobial with respect to an open wound. The composition broadly includes an antimicrobial agent, preferably povidone iodine, preferably a ferrate compound, and a cation ion exchange resin. This composition will destroy a biofilm which has formed over the open wound in providing a soluble iron compound, a cation chelation compound, and an active antimicrobial compound effective against planktonic microorganisms and biofilms. The antimicrobial agent is locked or sealed within the scab formed over the wound to maintain long-term positioning and anti-dilution of the antimicrobial over the wound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and procedure for reducing immediate serum glucose levels without resort to drugs. Specifically, the invention discloses a regular regimen comprising modest exercise, daily nutritional supplements and a series of specific, time sensitive steps, which, when followed will optimize the effects of the invention.

Abstract: Disinfecting method for disinfecting a room or a surface, comprising the steps of: a) providing a fluid comprising at least one organic compound obtainable from natural substances, wherein the organic compound is provided in an non-polar or polar medium, or in a mixture of non-polar and polar media; b) mixing the fluid with a gas such that fluid particles are suspended in the gas, and an aerosol of fluid particles is formed; c) directing a flow of the aerosol formed in step b) on said surface or into said room.

Abstract: Embodiments provide devices, systems and methods for the transdermal delivery of chelated compounds. One embodiment provides a method for the iontophoretic transdermal delivery of a chelated iron complex for the treatment of anemia. A first patch comprising an active electrode and a chelated iron complex is applied to the skin; a second patch containing an electrode is also applied. An electrical current is then delivered to the skin from the active electrode. The chelated complex is transported across the skin via electromotive force from the current, with the iron being substantially chromogenically unreactive with the skin during transport so that there is little or no tattooing of the skin due to the formation of insoluble oxidative products. The complex is then dissociated by phagocytosis or related process to release the iron where it may be bound by transferrin or ferritin and carried to other sites for storage or metabolic use.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a regulatory dendritic cell inducing agent applicable to the treatment of immune disease as well as an immune tolerance inducing agent such as a preventive and/or therapeutic agent for allergic disease and a preventive and/or therapeutic agent for autoimmune disease, both of which are safe and have the mechanism of action different from that of conventional drugs. As a means for achieving the above object, an immune tolerance inducing agent comprising 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) or a derivative thereof, or a salt of the 5-ALA or the derivative and an iron compound as active ingredients is prepared. Preferable examples of the ALAs can include ALA and various esters such as methyl ester, ethyl ester, propyl ester, butyl ester, and pentyl ester of ALA, and their hydrochlorides, phosphates, and sulfates. Preferable examples of the iron compound can include sodium ferrous citrate.

Abstract: Novel, non-toxic cobalt-based contrast and imaging agents for use in enhanced medical imaging modalities and processes are described, as well the manufacture of markers containing such contrast agents is described, and uses for such imaging markers and contrast agents in a variety of therapeutic applications and devices.

Abstract: Provided is a method of selective activation for a magnetic nanoparticle having a magnetic vortex structure. The method of selective activation for a magnetic nanoparticle in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure includes providing a magnetic nanoparticle having a magnetic vortex structure; applying a first magnetic field to the magnetic nanoparticle so that the magnetic nanoparticle has a resonance frequency; and activating the magnetic nanoparticle by applying a second magnetic field having the resonance frequency to the magnetic nanoparticle.

Abstract: The Present Invention aims to diminish the effects of alcohol consumption by breaking down the “stacked” excess alcohol in the digestive track through its probiotic element which effectively “eats” away at the alcohol before the liver has to process it. It comprises a personal dose of Acetobacter aceti, which is a benign microorganism that is ubiquitous in the environment, existing in alcoholic ecological niches such as flowers, fruits, honey bees, as well as in water and soil.

Abstract: A method of arresting blood flow from a bleeding wound including the steps of (1) providing a solid hemostatic tablet preferably including potassium ferrate and a cation ion exchange resin pressure formed into a tablet for delivery onto a bleeding wound, the tablet defining a proximal portion and a distal portion, (2) applying the proximal portion against the bleeding wound to improve the rate of adhesion to a bleeding wound surface, and then (3) applying pressure against the tablet over the wound site. After the seal is formed from the interaction of blood or exudates with the proximal portion of the tablet, the distal portion of the tablet delaminates from the proximal portion to form a reservoir to stop further bleeding and to provide antimicrobial protection and healing. The tablet may be applied to any surface orientation and take any shape and thickness possible.

Abstract: The invention is a solid oral dosage form that is designed to deliver a supraphysiological dose of molecular iodine of 3 to 60 mg per day. The solid oral dosage form is designed to have a low risk of thyroid related adverse clinical events for patients with deficiencies of certain minerals. The solid oral dosage form includes a source of iodine, a reactive agent, and calcium or iron. The solid oral dosage form may include one or more of selenium, vitamin A, vitamin D, zinc, gamma-linolenic acid, vitamin B1, and magnesium. The solid dosage form may further comprise an enteric coating that coats ingredients that are absorbed predominantly from the intestines, such as vitamin A and D, and does not coat the source of iodine and the reactive agent.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of promoting arteriogenesis in a subject. Embodiments include methods comprising: administering an effective dose of tocotrienol to the subject; causing an increase in Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase Metallopeptidase Inhibitor 1 (TIMP1) in vessels of cerebrovascular collateral circulation in the subject; attenuating the activity of Matrix Metalloproteinase-2 (MMP2); thereby promoting arteriogenesis.

Abstract: Described are embolization devices which carry M1 macrophage promoting agents and/or M2 macrophage inhibiting agents, as well as methods for their manufacture and use. An illustrative embolization device of the disclosure comprises an embolic body and one or more M1 macrophage promoting agents and/or M2 macrophage inhibiting agents carried by a surface of the embolic body. In certain embodiments the embolic body of the present disclosure comprises an embolic coil or an embolic bead.

Abstract: A konjac formulation in the form of a capsule, including between 85 and 95 parts by weight of konjac gum, between 5 and 10 parts by weight of black rice, between 0.5 and 2 parts by weight of biological Fe, and between 0.5 and 2 parts by weight of vitamin.

Abstract: The invention provides nanodevices or products of manufacture for use as drug delivery vehicles. In one aspect, the invention provides nanodevices or products of manufacture having on-off release mechanisms, e.g., that are “switchable”, or “actuatable” (for example magnetically or ultrasonically switchable), for compounds contained within, e.g., for use as drug delivery nano-vehicles having on-off drug release mechanisms, and their therapeutic applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food supplement to support brain function, including cognitive functions such as memory. The food supplement comprises one or more active ingredients selected from the group consisting of uridine, cytidine, glutamine, pantothenic acid, iron, colostrinin and caffeine.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are directed to antimicrobial compositions and articles that release .NO from the composition and/or article in an amount effective to act as a microbicide. Preferred .NO-releasing compositions include a nitrosyl-containing organometallic compound, and can be encapsulated in gels or topical coatings.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of forming coated metal oxide particles, suspensions of such coated particles, particles comprising functionalised surface coatings and to fortification of food crops with coated metal oxide particles. Embodiments disclosed include a method of fortifying a food crop with a trace element, the method comprising growing the food crop in a growth medium comprising the trace element in the form of metal oxide particles coated with an organic compound, and a food crop fortified with a trace element in the form of metal oxide particles. Also disclosed is a method of forming coated particles, the method comprising: providing a first quantity of metal oxide particles; providing a second quantity of a coating material comprising an organic compound; and mechanically mixing the metal oxide particles with the coating material in a dry mixing process to provide a mixture comprising the metal oxide particles coated with the organic compound.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for use in the prevention or treatment of excess weight in a mammal have been developed. The compositions comprise oxyntomodulin which is shown to reduce food intake.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods of treating and/or preventing cancer in a subject comprising administering to the subject a copper-reduced diet by itself or as a supplement along with a regular diet to create a copper-reduced melieu, maintain a reduced-copper melieu, or both, thereby treating and/or preventing the development of the cancer. Methods also comprise further adding a copper chelator, MEK inhibitor, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement composition for treating nutritional deficiencies caused by a medical condition in subjects is disclosed. The present application further discloses a method of using a nutritional supplements composition for treating a subject with complications resulting from sickle cell anemia. The method comprises administering to a subject an effective amount of the nutritional supplement.

Abstract: The formulations of the present disclosure alter the perception of symptoms, especially as experienced by subjects reporting the characteristic features associated with the syndrome known as multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS). The present disclosure encompasses formulations for the relief of symptoms associated with MCS, where the formulations comprise orthophosphoric acid, a vegetable oil comprising an esterified mono-unsaturated fatty acid, folic acid, and a molybdenum salt. The formulations can further comprise magnesium citrate, magnesium aspartate, malic acid, L-carnitine, alpha-ketoglutaric acid, co-enzyme Q10, glycerol, inositol, and choline bitartrate, optionally Q10, and riboflavin to provide a yellow color to the formulation. Another aspect of the disclosure are methods for alleviating MCS-related symptoms in subject human, comprising: providing to a subject an effective dose of a formulation comprising orthophosphoric acid, a mono-unsaturated fat, folic acid, molybdenum, and water.

Abstract: Bone tissue materials comprising insulin-mimetic agents, such as suitable zinc, vanadium, tungsten, molybdenum, niobium, selenium, and manganese compounds, for facilitating spinal fusion of vertebrae in spinal fusion surgical procedures, and methods thereof. Additionally provided is a bone tissue kit for facilitating fusion of vertebrae in a spinal fusion surgical procedure including a composition formulated for facile application in a spinal fusion procedure comprising an insulin-mimetic agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Yet further provided is an implantable device for enhancing spinal fusion including a prosthetic implant configured to stabilize and promote the fusion of two adjacent vertebrae, wherein the bone tissue contacting surfaces of the prosthetic implant are coated with a composition comprising an insulin-mimetic agent.

Abstract: Provided are methods and compositions for increasing CD4+ cell count in mammals, preferably by at least 25%, while undergoing treatment for various conditions whose treatment can have detrimental effects on immune system function. Such conditions include, but are not limited to, HIV infection, cancer, and hepatitis. The compositions include alpha lipoic acid; acetyl L-carnitine; N-acetyl-cysteine; and optionally: zinc, selenium, vitamin C, bioflavinoid complex, vitamin E, co-enzyme Q10, glutathione, beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, folic acid, vitamin B12, copper, manganese, chromium, and molybdenum.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sodium chloride composition comprising an iron complex of tartaric acid wherein between 55 and 90% by weight of the tartaric acid is meso-tartaric acid. The present invention furthermore relates to a process to prepare such a sodium chloride composition and to the use of such a sodium chloride composition.

Abstract: A substrate contains a composition including VOSO4, K11H[(VO)3(SbW9O33)2], Na9[SbW9O33], oxacillin and 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of food and medicines for the treatment or alleviation of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), premenopause, menopause and female hormonal disorders. A first embodiment relates to a composition containing vitamins, minerals and oils. Additionally, the invention comprises a pharmaceutical form, more specifically in the form of soft capsules (also known as gelatin) containing the composition of the invention. In particular, the compositions of the invention contain vitamins and minerals in sources compatible with the association of vegetable oils, preferably borage oil, evening primrose oil, or a mixture of two oils, wherein the soft capsule contains a liquid and oily core.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a water-in-oil emulsified skin cosmetic comprising the following ingredients (a) through (e): (a) Water: 5-50 wt % (b) Ethanol: 1-20 wt % (c) Volatile oil component: 2-50 wt % (d) Carboxy decyl trisiloxane represented by the following formula (1): 0.1-5 wt % (e) One, two or more selected from a group consisting of hydrophobized titanium dioxide, hydrophobized zinc oxide, and hydrophobized iron oxide: 2-50 wt %. The object of the present invention is to provide a water-in-oil emulsified skin cosmetic containing the aforementioned powder (e) wherein powdery squeakiness over time after application on the skin is suppressed and at the same time absorption into the skin at the time of application and the absence of stickiness after application on the skin are improved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel hemostatic composition notably useful to ensure good hemostasis and maintain the sulcular opening after a gingival eviction procedure. According to the invention, this composition is in the form of an extrudable hydrophilic paste and contains, expressed as percentage by weight relative to the total weight of said composition: between 5 and 15% of an astringent, preferably aluminum chloride; between 2 and 15% of kaolinitic clay, preferably kaolin; between 10 and 20% of a texturizing agent comprising one (or more) naturally-occurring polysaccharide(s) with gelling or thickening power optionally combined with plant fibers; between 50 and 70% of water; between 0 and 20% of a humectant; the total quantity of water and humectant being comprised between 55 and 75% by weight relative to the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: A composition comprising various vitamins to make a multi-vitamin. The vitamins identified in multi-vitamin include vitamin B-1, vitamin B-2, niacinamide, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, pantothenic acid, folic acid, beta carotene, iron, biotin, choline, vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. The multi-vitamin soothe pain, depression, weakness and insomnia and works best with variety of food and less dairy products. Lead combined with calcium effects are severe than lead effects only; it elevates blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, weight and cause frequent infections; bigger than normal dose of antibiotics need in infections; and variation in quantities of vitamins are needed to soothe the symptoms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling heat generation of a magnetic nanomaterial, comprising the steps of: (a) mixing (i) a nanomaterial precursor comprising a metal precursor material and a predetermined amount of a zinc precursor with (ii) a reaction solvent; and (b) preparing a zinc-containing magnetic nanomaterial from the mixture of step (a) comprising a zinc doped metal oxide nanomaterial matrix; and wherein a specific loss power of the zinc-containing magnetic nanomaterial is varied depending an amount of zinc to be doped, whereby the heat generation of the magnetic nanomaterial is controlled. In addition, the present invention relates to a heat-generating nanoparticle and a composition for hyperthermia. The present invention suggests a novel approach to improve a heat generation of a magnetic nanomaterial.