Abstract:
The present invention relates to amphiphilic polymers, and micelles and compositions comprising the same, and their use in a variety of biological settings, including imaging, targeting drugs, or a combination thereof for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Abstract:
System and method to inspect hygienic articles. Defects are detected using a vision system by comparing an inspection image of a component to a reference image of a defect-free component. Detection of a defect can then be used to reject components and perform other functions.
Abstract:
According to one disclosed embodiment, a method for allocating bandwidth for data transmission time between high-speed wireless devices includes providing beacon intervals to accommodate allocation of data transmissions, each beacon interval including a data transmission time (DTT) interval, dividing all DTT intervals into timeslots of substantially uniform duration, and allocating an integer multiple of the timeslots to each of a plurality of service periods for timed data transmission. Such a method may further include allocating each service period of an isochronous traffic stream to begin the same number of timeslots from the beginning of its beacon interval, dividing the allocation of an asynchronous traffic stream over its allocation period by allocating an equal number of timeslots to a service period in each beacon interval within the allocation period, and de-allocating one or more service periods by marking as unallocated timeslots previously allocated to those service periods.
Abstract:
A system and method for automated image analysis which may enhance, for example, capsule endoscopy diagnosis. The system and methods may reduce the time required for diagnosis, and also help improve diagnostic consistency using an interactive feedback tool. Furthermore, the system and methods may be applicable to any procedure where efficient and accurate visual assessment of a large set of images is required.
Abstract:
A polyol includes the reaction product of an epoxidized oil and an organic acid. The epoxidized oil and the organic acid are reacted in the presence of a Lewis base catalyst including at least one of a phosphorous atom or a nitrogen atom. The polyol is formed by a method that includes the step of reacting the epoxidized oil with the organic acid in the presence of the Lewis base catalyst.
Abstract:
This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.
Abstract:
The present invention provides amorphous and crystalline forms of acid addition salts of sorafenib, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use for the treatment of cancer. The present invention also provides processes for the preparation of acid addition salts of sorafenib.