Abstract:
The present invention is directed to the use of isotopically labeled citrulline for gnosing the presence or absence of a bacterial infection in the lungs of a patient.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to the use of isotopically labeled derivatives of isoniazid, ethionamide and related compounds as effective therapy for the treatment of mycobacterial diseases, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods for detecting P aeruginosa infection and bacterial burden in the lungs of patients who are at risk for P. aeruginosa infections, especially including patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). The present method provides numerous tests (breath, blood, urine) which are readily administered to a patient that will sensitively and specifically detect the presence and extent of lung infection P. aeruginosa (both mucoid and non-mucoid), and allow monitoring of bacterial load as a parameter in monitoring treatment.
Abstract:
This disclosure describes compositions, vaccine, and methods that involve a biocomposite material Generally, the biocomposite material includes a cell and a lipid-silica matrix at least partially encapsulating the cell. In some cases, the cell can be viable but not culturable (VBNC). In some cases, the lipid-silica matrix includes a dried sol and/or possesses ordered nanostructure.
Abstract:
The invention provides method of treating a subject suffering from, or at risk of developing, a Mycobacterium infection by administering to the subject a therapeutically-effective amount of isotopically labeled isoniazid and/or ethionamide, or an analog, derivative or prodrug thereof, and exposing the subject to a magnetic field.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods for detecting P aeruginosa infection and bacterial burden in the lungs of patients who are at risk for P. aeruginosa infections, especially including patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). The present method provides numerous tests (breath, blood, urine) which are readily administered to a patient that will sensitively and specifically detect the presence and extent of lung infection P. aeruginosa (both mucoid and non-mucoid), and allow monitoring of bacterial load as a parameter in monitoring treatment.
Abstract:
Inhibiting the enzymic action of tyrosinase in the melanocyte prior to, during, or after ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure, including over-exposure causing erythema, or sunburn, prevents the production of melanin and thereby melanoma. Melanoma can be prevented by using a tyrosinase inhibitor agent that inhibits the enzymic action of tyrosinase to prevent damage and/or death of melanocytes. The inhibitor agent can be applied to the skin or ingested.
Abstract:
A pharmaceutical composition includes a ferrochelatase inhibitor and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. In another aspect, a method of treating a subject having, or a t risk of having, a hemorrhagic stroke generally includes administering to the subject a pharmaceutical composition that includes a ferrochelatase inhibitor in an amount effective to ameliorate at least one symptom or clinical sign of hemorrhagic stroke.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for determining blood brain barrier (BBB) damage and treating patients who may have suffered from BBB damage due to an ischemic event are provided. The methods and apparatus involve detecting the presence of cleaved occludin fragments in a sample of blood. According to some embodiments, the method further provides determining the degree of BBB damage based on the concentration of occludin fragments in the sample. In further embodiments the present disclosure provides kits for detecting the presence of occludin fragments in a blood sample.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for determining blood brain barrier (BBB) damage and treating patients who may have suffered from BBB damage due to an ischemic event are provided. The methods and apparatus involve detecting the presence of cleaved occludin fragments in a sample of blood. According to some embodiments, the method further provides determining the degree of BBB damage based on the concentration of occludin fragments in the sample. In further embodiments the present disclosure provides kits for detecting the presence of occludin fragments in a blood sample.