摘要:
A novel screening assay for identifying therapeutic agents and their cellular targets is described. The assay is useful in developing new antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic and anti cancer therapeutics. New inhibitors of dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR) have been identified and their cellular target confirmed using the assay of the present invention. Methods of treating diseases that benefit from an inhibition of DHFR are also described.
摘要:
The apparatus comprises a tubular member that is adapted to be attached to the working end of a dental handpiece and is used to contain and direct material dispensed from the handpiece in order to reduce the amount of airborne particles emitted into the atmosphere by the handpiece and to accurately direct the dispensed material to the desired area. The apparatus is adapted to provide a reference point for the practitioner in establishing the optimum working distance of the handpiece from a particular working area in the mouth when the handpiece is used. An improved dental handpiece using the apparatus of the invention and a method of using the apparatus are also provided.