Abstract:
The present invention provides biodegradable particles (e.g., three-dimensional particles) and micelles which can be used to encapsulate active agents for delivering to a subject. The present invention further provides methods for producing and delivering such particles and micelles. Additionally, the invention provides vaccination strategies that encompass the use of the novel particles and micelles.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to detectable compositions and methods for making and using such compositions. Detectable compositions comprise detectable constructs comprising a detectable agent. Due to the actions of a specific bioactivity in vivo or in vitro, the detectable construct is altered in some manner so that the detectable agent is detected. The present invention provides diagnostic imaging agents such as for MRI and optical imaging, which are used for sensitive detection of a specific bioactivity within a tissue. The present invention comprises methods and compositions for biocleavable or biodegradable compositions for carrying and releasing active agents for therapeutic or other medical uses. The methods and compositions of the present invention further comprise micelle compositions. The active agents of the present invention may comprise drugs, vaccines, and imaging agents.
Abstract:
Energy converters are monitored to ensure that they are operating at acceptable levels. An expected output is predicted using mathematical modeling and compared to the actual output generated by the energy converter. When the difference is above a predetermined threshold, the level of underperformance, along with other parameters, are used to determine a possible cause of underperformance and actions that can be taken to increase the output to acceptable levels. The cause and actions are transmitted to personnel, who are dispatched to service the underperforming energy converter. By centrally locating the mathematical modeling, monitoring, and dispatching, multiple PV modules can be managed from a remote location. When monitoring photovoltaic modules, an irradiation sensor employs multiple photosensors oriented to detect not only the normal components of sunlight but also directional, diffused components of sunlight, thereby increasing the accuracy of the mathematical modeling.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to detectable compositions and methods for making and using such compositions. Detectable compositions comprise detectable constructs comprising a detectable agent. Due to the actions of a specific bioactivity in vivo or in vitro, the detectable construct is altered in some manner so that the detectable agent is detected. The present invention provides diagnostic imaging agents such as for MRI and optical imaging, which are used for sensitive detection of a specific bioactivity within a tissue. The present invention comprises methods and compositions for biocleavable or biodegradable compositions for carrying and releasing active agents for therapeutic or other medical uses. The methods and compositions of the present invention further comprise micelle compositions. The active agents of the present invention may comprise drugs, vaccines, and imaging agents.