Abstract:
The present invention relates to a glass ionomer cement comprising: (i) nanoparticles of metallic silver (Ag); (ii) a polymer comprising carboxylate groups; (iii) bridging molecules comprising at least one group capable of binding to Ag; (iv) metal ions; and (v) aluminosilicate particles; wherein at least some of the aluminosilicate particles are bound to the polymer through a linking structure of the following general formula: polymer-M-B-Ag-B-M-aluminosilicate where M is a metal ion, B is a bridging molecule, and Ag is a silver nanoparticle. The invention further relates to a dental preparation product comprising a liquid phase and a solid phase separated from each other, wherein the liquid phase comprises: (i) nanoparticles of metallic silver; (ii) a polymer comprising carboxylate groups; and (iii) bridging molecules comprising at least one group capable of binding to Ag; and wherein the solid phase comprises particles of an aluminosilicate compound.
Abstract:
The present invention provides assays, methods and kits for detection and measurement of the different species of AMH present in a sample, and in particular a biological sample such as a whole blood sample, plasma or serum. The species of AMH include, for example, proAMH and AMH N,C .
Abstract:
A method for the detection and/or assay of pathogenic Cryptococcus in a sample is provided. It involves detection or measurement of a polynucleotide in the sample encoding the intein of the PRP8 gene of a Cryptococcus pathogen.
Abstract:
The present invention provides assays, methods and test kits for alternate genotyping methods, including nucleic acid sequence based diagnostics, and in particular for identifying genetic variation in a test sample.
Abstract:
A reaction vessel holder (120) receives a reaction vessel (110). The reaction vessel (110) has a portion that is substantially optically transparent to light of a first range of wavelengths. The reaction vessel holder (120) comprises a body having a high thermal conductivity that is thermally coupled to and supports the reaction vessel (120). The body is further thermally coupled to a thermal device (130) for heating or cooling the reaction vessel holder (120) and thereby the reaction vessel (110). The body comprises a transparent portion that is substantially optically transparent to the light of the first range of wavelengths. The optically transparent portion of the reaction vessel (110) faces the transparent portion of the body such that light of the first range of wavelengths to and/or from the sample in the reaction vessel (120) can pass through the transparent portion.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to the treatment of cancer, including methods of therapy and diagnosis of cancer. More particularly it relates to the use of recombinant viruses in the therapy and diagnosis of neoplastic cells lacking p16 tumour suppressor gene function, optionally together with the use of one or more chemotherapeutic or radiotherapeutic agents.
Abstract:
An apparatus (7) for localised application of a substance to a site within the oral cavity has a reservoir (9) for receipt of the substance to be applied, and a mounting arrangement (11) for mounting the apparatus within the oral cavity. The mounting arrangement (11) is configured to place the reservoir (9) in contact with the site to which the substance is to be applied to substantially form a seal between the reservoir and the site to which the substance is to be applied.
Abstract:
Analysis of microRNA (miRNA) signatures to determine or predict stages of cognitive impairment and likelihood of Alzheimer's disease in an individual.
Abstract:
An insertion device for an IUD. The insertion device comprises an introducer having an elongate hollow body and a first end and a second end, the hollow body defining an elongate passageway extending from the first end to the second end and defining openings at the first end and the second end, and a pusher provided or configured to be provided inside the elongate passageway such that the pusher is movable through or along the passageway. The passageway is sized to accommodate an IUD such that the IUD is slidable along the passageway. Further, the second end of the introducer that abuts the fundus of the uterus in use is configured to have an increased surface area relative to prior art devices so as to reduce the risk of injury, including perforation of the uterus.
Abstract:
The invention provides novel quinoline sulfonamide compounds of Formula I: (Formula (I)) and their use for the treatment or prevention of bacterial infections caused by both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria such as, for example, infections caused by one or more bacteria from the Enterobactericeae, Staphylococcaceae, or Streptococcaceae families. The compounds described and claimed herein may be formulated in one or more pharmaceutical or veterinary compositions for use in animal husbandry, and in particular in relation to the treatment of mastitis by directly targeting mastitis causing bacteria in a bovine herd. In certain embodiments described herein the pharmaceutical or veterinary compositions are formulated as a spray for direct administration to the udder of the bovine animal such as a cow.