Abstract:
A polymer comprising recurring units represented by formula (I): 1 wherein X is selected from the group consisting of C(O)OR1, C(O)SR1, C(O)NR1R2, and VZ, where R1 and R2 are each individually selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1 to C10 alkyl, and C6 to C10 aryl, where V is a labile linker group, and where Z is selected from the group consisting of poly(ethyleneimine), poly(propyleneimine), poly(lysine), PAMAM dendrimer, octaamine dendrimer, and hexadecaamine dendrimer; and wherein Y is selected from the group consisting of null(CH2)2null, null(CH2)2nullOnull(CH2)2null, null(CH2)2nullOnull(CH2)2nullOnull(CH2)2null, and null(CH2)3nullNHC(O)null(CH2)6nullC(O)NHnull(CH2)3null is useful in nucleic acid delivery applications. Polyacetals of the formula (I) are preferably made by reacting appropriate diols and divinyl ethers. In preferred embodiments, complexes formed between polyacetals of the formula (I) and polynucleotides are useful as transfection reagents.
Abstract:
The invention provides a multi-arm block copolymer for use in delivering a variety of bioactive agents. The copolymer of the invention contains a central core from which extend multiple (3 or more) copolymer arms. Each copolymer arm possesses an inner polypeptide segment and an outer hydrophilic polymer segment. Thus, the overall structure of the copolymer comprises an inner core region that includes the central core and the inner polypeptide segment, while the outer core region is hydrophilic in nature. The multi-arm copolymer of the invention is particularly useful for delivery of biologically active agents that can be entrapped within the inner core region.
Abstract:
A dihydroxyphenyl cross-linked macromolecular network is provided that is useful in artificial tissue and tissue engineering applications, such as artificial or synthetic cartilage. The network is made by first providing a polyamine or polycarboxylate macromolecule (having a plurality of amine or carboxylic acid groups respectively attached along the length of the molecule), reacting this macromolecule with a hydroxyphenyl compound having a free carboxylic acid group in the case of a polyamine or a free primary amine group in the case of a polycarboxylate, and substituting the hydroxyphenyl compound onto the macromolecule via a carbodiimide-mediated reaction pathway to provide a hydroxyphenyl-substituted macromolecule. This macromolecule is then linked to other such macromolecules via an enzyme catalyzed dimerization reaction between two hydroxyphenyl groups attached respectively to different macromolecules under metabolic conditions of temperature and pH. In a preferred embodiment, the macromolecular network is made up of tyramine-substituted hyaluronan molecules that are linked by dityramine bonds to provide a stable, coherent hydrogel with desired physical properties. A method of preparing such a network is also provided.
Abstract:
The invention provides a polyvinyl acetal having a degree of acetalization of from 45 to 80 mol %, which is obtained through acetalization of a polyvinyl alcohol having a degree of polymerization of from 30 to 1000 and a degree of hydrolysis of from 80.0 to 99.99 mol % and having a specific amount of an ionic group bonded to the terminal thereof via a sulfido bond. The polyvinyl acetal of the invention is useful for binders for ceramic forming and for binders for ink or paint.
Abstract:
The present invention provides novel monofunctional polyethylene glycol aldehydes for the pegylation of therapeutically active proteins. The pegylated protein conjugates that are produced, retain a substantial portion of their therapeutic activity and are less immunogenic than the protein from which the conjugate is derived. New syntheses for preparing such aldehydes are described.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to novel compositions and methods for delivering substances to target tissues and cells by contacting the targets with delivery systems associated with membranes (e.g., biocompatible or bioerodable membranes). More particularly, the present invention is directed to dendrimer-based methods and compositions for use in disease therapies, wound healing, and generally, improved gene transfection and compound delivery to target cells and tissues in vitro and in vivo.
Abstract:
The invention discloses an acrylic acid-modified epoxy polyester resin and the preparation process thereof. The resin comprises 100 pbw of a copolymer (A) formed from an unsaturated fatty acid-modified polyester and a bisphenol A type epoxy resin, and 20-40 pbw of poly(meth)acrylic acid (ester) (B). The preparation process comprises the following steps: (1) alcoholyzing a drying oil with a polyol; (2) adding successively, to the product from step (1), a dibasic anhydride, a fatty acid containing a conjugated double bond and an epoxy resin, and esterifying to obtain an epoxy polyester; and (3) copolymerizing the epoxy polyester from step (2) and an acrylic monomer. This invention also provides a water-based emulsion containing said resin, and a water-based paint exhibiting excellent antirust property and having low production cost.
Abstract:
Probes comprising a cardiolipin derivative covalently attached to a solid phase, other than through an allylic oxygen, are described. Methods of making the probes are also described. A cardiolipin analogue which is amino-derivatised at the end of one of the fatty acid side chains is reacted with an activated ester attached to a solid support. The probes are useful for diagnosis of anti-phospholipid antibody syndrome (APS), and for identifying and purifying cardiolipin binding proteins.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method of making a preformed hydrogel attach to a polymer backing comprising exposing a surface of the backing to an activated gas and depositing the preformed hydrogel on the exposed surface of the backing, and hydrogel products so formed. This hydrogel product can be used as an active ingredient delivery device, a wound cover and a diagnostic tool. It advantageously replaces hydrogel products using chemicals as adhesive agents.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a film comprising copolymers of ethylene and of an unsaturated epoxide and comprising quinones grafted onto these copolymers. The quinones are subsequently reduced (activation) to become oxygen absorbers. According to an advantageous form of the invention, it is possible, in addition to the quinones, to graft a product which results in the appearance of a hydroxyl functional group (proton donor) and optionally introduces other hydroxyl functional groups. This improves the activation of the quinone functional groups. The present invention also relates to structures comprising at least one barrier film to oxygen and at least the preceding film. The present invention also relates to a packaging comprising the preceding structure, in which, starting from the inside of the packaging and proceeding towards the outside, first the oxygen-absorbing film is encountered, followed by the barrier film to oxygen.