Abstract:
A compound is provided of formula (I) wherein n is 4-16, Det is an organic group comprising a radioisotope or capable of chelating a radioisotope, and Z is one equivalent of a biologically acceptable anion, which compounds are useful to radiolabel cellular membranes, as of hematopoietic cells.
Abstract:
The present invention describes a method of treating a disease that results from a deficiency of a biological factor which comprises administering to a mammal Sertoli cells and cells that produce the biological factor. In particular, the present invention describes a method of treating diabetes mellitus by transplanting pancreatic islet of Langerhans cells in conjunction with Sertoli cells to create an immunologically privileged site. A method of creating an immunologically privileged site and providing cell stimulatory factors in a mammal for transplants is further described by the present invention. A method of co-localizing islet cells with Sertoli cells and the use of the co-localized product for treating diabetes mellitus is further provided. The present invention further describes a method of creating systemic tolerance to foreign antigens. A method of enhancing the viability, maturation, proliferation of functional capacity of cells in tissue culture is further provided. A pharmaceutical composition comprising Sertoli cells and cells that produce a biological factor is also provided.
Abstract:
The invention relates to a chiral selector useful in separating underivatized enantiomers of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, particularly naproxen and other arylacetic acid compounds, and relates to a process for achieving such separation utilizing the chiral selector, which is also useful in achieving the enantiomeric separation of amines, alcohol derivatives, epoxides and sulfoxides. The invention is also directed to an apparatus which comprises the chiral selectors.
Abstract:
A process is provided for treating aqueous streams contaminated with electron affinic contaminants. Accordingly, these contaminants are removed by producing a reactive intermediate that is generated in-situ and then reacting the reactive intermediate thus produced with the electron affinic contaminant. The reactive intermediate is produced in the aqueous stream by maintaining low levels of oxygen in the stream and by providing a reducing radical precursor, such as an alcohol, to the aqueous stream.
Abstract:
Plant growth and plant growth habit can be controlled without the application of exogenous plant hormones or hormone mimetics using the nucleic acid sequences and methods provided. UDP-Glucose: Indol-3-ylacetyl-glucosyl transferase (IAGlu Transferase) amino acid sequence and nucleic acid coding sequences for this enzyme, specifically exemplified for Zea mays, are provided. Nucleic acid constructs directing the expression of IAGlu Transferase and the expression of antisense RNA specific therefor allows the control of growth habit and plant size in transgenic plants containing such nucleic acid constructs.
Abstract:
A biosensor for direct analysis of nucleic acid hybridization by use of an optical fiber is disclosed. Single-stranded nucleic acid probes are immobilized onto the surface of optical fibers and undergo hybridization with complementary single-stranded nucleic acids introduced into the local environment of the sensor. Hybridization events are detected by the use of fluorescent compounds which intercalate into double-stranded nucleic acids. The invention finds uses in detection and screening of genetic disorders, viruses, and pathogenic microorganisms. Biotechnology applications include monitoring of cell cultures and gene expression. The invention includes biosensors systems in which fluorescent molecules are tethered to immobilized single-stranded nucleic acid. The preferred method for immobilization of single-stranded nucleic acids is by in situ solid phase nucleic acid synthesis.
Abstract:
Peptides corresponding to specific portions of the apolipoprotein A-IV (apo A-IV) are provided. Most of the peptides correspond to the amino terminal region of apo A-IV. In addition, those peptides corresponding to the amino terminal portion of apo A-IV substantially correspond to a fundamental repeat unit of twenty two amino acids comprising: D Y F T Q L S N N A K E A V E Q L Q K T D V as well as homologs and analogs thereof. The peptides have eating suppressant properties when administered centrally or peripherally. the peptides may be used in compositions and methods for suppressing the appetite and controlling food intake.
Abstract translation:提供了与载脂蛋白A-IV(载脂蛋白A-IV)的特定部分相对应的肽。 大多数肽对应于载脂蛋白A-IV的氨基末端区域。 此外,对应于载脂蛋白A-IV的氨基末端部分的那些肽基本上对应于二十二个氨基酸的基本重复单元,其包含:D Y F T Q L S N N A K E A V E Q L Q K T D V以及其同系物和类似物。 当中心或外周施用时,肽具有抑制抑制性质。 肽可以用于抑制食欲和控制食物摄入的组合物和方法中。
Abstract:
A method for assaying body fluid samples containing heparin and a diagnostic kit are described. Since the reactions go to completion, timing of the assay is not required. The sample is mixed with a heparin-dependent protease inhibitor and either a heparin-independent irreversible inhibitor or a protease substrate. The coagulation enzyme (protease) is then added in a limiting quantity and it either distributes between the heparin-dependent inhibitor and the heparin-independent irreversible inhibitor, or the heparin-dependent inhibitor and the protease substrate. The distribution pattern of complex formation of the protease with the two inhibitors or the level of product of the protease-catalyzed hydrolysis of the substrate are used as measures of the heparin activity. The irreversible inhibitor is a peptidyl chloromethyl ketone and the substrate is a synthetic chromogenic or fluorogenic compound that produces a readily measured signal.
Abstract:
A method and means for detection of an acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in a patient are provided. The method involves sampling of a patient's peripheral blood, quantifying the level of monocyte platelet conjugates (MP-C) and determining whether a significant increase in monocyte platelet conjugates is present. Quantification can be achieved by direct counting of monocyte platelet conjugates on a slide or a microscope, by instrumentation measuring apparent monocyte cell volume increases, flow cytometry, or cell counter employing electrical resistance pulse sizing or light scattering. Diagnostic test kits for detecting an AMI are also provided.