Abstract

The present invention relates to a mixed reality laboratory system that combines virtual elements with real electronic devices to interactively simulate and control electromechanical systems. The innovative system according to the present invention guarantees accurate sampling times, simplifying communication with electronic devices. Furthermore, the system of the present invention can be advantageously implemented on different platforms, which makes it a comprehensive solution for control engineering education and training, offering a practical and versatile approach to learning and experimenting with complex control systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06T 1/20 - Processor architecturesProcessor configuration, e.g. pipelining
• G06F 3/14 - Digital output to display device

Abstract

The present invention relates to 3D-printed anatomical models with flexible photopolymerisable coatings that allow the production of solid hollow models, which may be geometrically highly complex, with high anatomical fidelity and high optical translucency. The piece of the invention mainly acquires these advantageous technical features as a result of the use of coatings that can be photopolymerised by means of step-growth mechanisms or hybrid polymer reactions, as is achieved with thiol–ene chemistry, also called click chemistry or thiol–Michael additions, which may be mediated by free radicals or catalysts.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 34/10 - Computer-aided planning, simulation or modelling of surgical operations
• G09B 23/30 - Anatomical models
• B29C 64/124 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material using layers of liquid which are selectively solidified
• B29C 64/30 - Auxiliary operations or equipment
• B33Y 40/20 - Post-treatment, e.g. curing, coating or polishing
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• C08G 75/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming in the main chain of the macromolecule a linkage containing sulfur, with or without nitrogen, oxygen, or carbon

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for synthesising and obtaining biobased hydroxyl-terminated telechelic oligomers, such as biobased hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene, by means of a degradation reaction via metathesis of industrial rubbers and using fatty alcohols as chain transfer agents (CTA). In particular, the present invention relates to the synthesis and production of diols, polyols and polyesters based on a degradation reaction via metathesis between industrial rubbers or natural rubbers and essential oils, fatty acids, fatty alcohols and terpenes with R-OH and R-COO-R terminal groups, the chemical structure, molecular weight and properties of which can be controlled.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08F 2/38 - Polymerisation using regulators, e.g. chain terminating agents
• C08J 11/16 - Recovery or working-up of waste materials of polymers by chemically breaking down the molecular chains of polymers or breaking of crosslinks, e.g. devulcanisation by treatment with inorganic material
• C08C 19/08 - Depolymerisation

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for fabricating a branching structure, the apparatus comprising: a flexible, electrically conductive internal electrical field collector comprising a first collector end, a second collector end, a collector outer surface located between both collector ends, a collector longitudinal axis extending through the first collector end and the second collector end, and at least one articulating feature positioned between the first collector end and the second collector end, a compression and rotation mechanism in contact with the first collector end, and a continuously formed mandrel that can include branches,, having a first mandrel circumference with a mandrel inner circumference larger than the collector outer circumference and positionable over the internal electrical field collector and a second mandrel located at sufficient distance outside the first mandrel to facilitate attraction of electruspun fibers. Also disclosed are methods of manufacturing the branching structure, and grafts thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like
• A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
• B29C 64/118 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material using filamentary material being melted, e.g. fused deposition modelling [FDM]
• B29C 64/188 - Processes of additive manufacturing involving additional operations performed on the added layers, e.g. smoothing, grinding or thickness control
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• D04H 1/728 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by electro-spinning

Abstract

The suspension includes a hydraulic actuator and a supply hydraulic circuit connected to the hydraulic actuator to supply a compression chamber and an extension chamber of the hydraulic actuator with a working fluid. The supply hydraulic circuit includes a hydraulic pump, a high-pressure line connected to a delivery port of the hydraulic pump, a low-pressure line connected to a suction port of the hydraulic pump, and a flow control valve connected on one side to the compression chamber and extension chamber of the hydraulic actuator and on the other side to the high-pressure line and low-pressure line. The flow control valve is a rotary spool valve having a spool which is rotatable continuously between a plurality of operating positions.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60G 17/08 - Characteristics of fluid dampers
• B60G 17/015 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements
• B60G 17/0165 - Resilient suspensions having means for adjusting the spring or vibration-damper characteristics, for regulating the distance between a supporting surface and a sprung part of vehicle or for locking suspension during use to meet varying vehicular or surface conditions, e.g. due to speed or load the regulating means comprising electric or electronic elements characterised by their responsiveness, when the vehicle is travelling, to specific motion, a specific condition, or driver input to an external condition, e.g. rough road surface, side wind
• F15B 13/04 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor
• F15B 15/18 - Combined units comprising both motor and pump

Abstract

The present invention relates to membranes and/or a filter medium for filters that are made of clay, perlite and iron for removing heavy metals and other pollutants from water for human consumption. Said filters can be used in rural and suburban areas that lack drinking water and electricity services, as well as in urban areas affected by pollution mainly from heavy metals.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
• C02F 1/28 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by sorption

Abstract

The present invention relates to ultra-thin collagen membranes for ophthalmological use, the method for the production thereof, and their use in the transplant of corneal endothelium cells and as an adjuvant in the treatment of corneal erosion. The method comprises the steps of: Preparing a matryoshka system with a saline solution at a constant temperature and under constant stirring; preparing the membrane with a solution of at least one antibiotic, bovine foetal serum, at least one zwitterionic buffer and a collagen solution; drying the mixture at a constant temperature and under constant stirring; after at least 10 days, washing the formed membranes; completing an incubation period of at least 37 days; and rehydrating the membrane by leaving water to rest on the membranes for 20 minutes before removing the water.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 27/24 - Collagen
• A61K 38/39 - Connective tissue peptides, e.g. collagen, elastin, laminin, fibronectin, vitronectin, cold insoluble globulin [CIG]
• A61P 27/02 - Ophthalmic agents

Abstract

The present invention refers to a method for printing microlayers and multilayered nanostructures obtained by chaotic flows comprising the following steps: i) feeding a static mixer with at least two inks; ii) promoting the inks to flow through the static mixer to create chaotic flows; iii) promoting the solidification of the inks at the outlet of the static mixer to obtain a laminar structure and; iv) printing the inks by extrusion. The present invention also refers to a chaotic printer for microlayers and multilayered nanostructures obtained by chaotic flows comprising: a) a pump; b) a static mixing module and; c) at least one printhead, which allows the extrusion of inks with internal nanostructures.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 64/209 - HeadsNozzles
• B29B 7/00 - MixingKneading
• B29B 7/32 - MixingKneading continuous, with mechanical mixing or kneading devices with non-movable mixing or kneading devices
• B29B 7/60 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations for feeding, e.g. end guides for the incoming material
• B29C 64/106 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material
• B29C 64/314 - Preparation
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor

Abstract

The present disclosure generally relates to textiles that are optimized to maximize moisture wicking and evaporative performance thereof. In some embodiments, raw polyethylene (PE) powder can be extruded into fibers that can be modified by oxidation along a surface thereof to increase hydrophilicity of the surface. Once sufficiently oxidized, the fibers can be bundled to form multi-filament yarns that can then be spun, weaved, knitted, and/or otherwise associated with one another to form a polyethylene fabric. The PE fibers can be further modified to increase a capillary force of the bundle, thereby further increasing hydrophilicity of the resulting fabric. Engineering of the capillary force can be performed by optimizing one or more of a fiber size, a density, or a cross-section of the fibers and/or the bundles. The resultant fabric can exhibit a strong weight reduction, stain resistance, and drying capabilities, among other capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06M 10/00 - Physical treatment of fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, e.g. ultrasonic, corona discharge, irradiation, electric currents or magnetic fieldsPhysical treatment combined with treatment with chemical compounds or elements
• D06M 10/02 - Physical treatment of fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, e.g. ultrasonic, corona discharge, irradiation, electric currents or magnetic fieldsPhysical treatment combined with treatment with chemical compounds or elements ultrasonic or sonicCorona discharge

Abstract

A method and system for generating a fully immersive virtual environment through the projection of a virtual reality machine that emulates, by software, the appearance, both visually and auditory, and the static and dynamic behavior of real industrial machines.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/00 - Programme-control systems

Abstract

Provided herein are methods for preparing perfusable scaffolds for cell culture. These methods can comprise providing a bioink composition and a fugitive ink composition; chaotic printing the bioink composition and the fugitive ink composition to generate a microstructured precursor comprising a plurality of lamellar structures formed from the bioink composition; curing the bioink composition to form a cured scaffold precursor; and removing the fugitive ink from the cured scaffold precursor, thereby forming the perfusable scaffold. In some embodiments, the fugitive ink comprises hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC). In some embodiments, the the bioink composition and the fugitive ink composition are chaotically printed into a housing comprising a fluid inlet, a fluid outlet, and a path for fluid flow from the fluid inlet to the to generate a microstructured precursor occupying the path for fluid flow. Also provided are scaffolds prepared by these methods as well as modular bioreactors incorporating these scaffolds.

IPC Classes  ?

• B33Y 70/10 - Composites of different types of material, e.g. mixtures of ceramics and polymers or mixtures of metals and biomaterials
• C08L 1/28 - Alkyl ethers
• C12N 5/00 - Undifferentiated human, animal or plant cells, e.g. cell linesTissuesCultivation or maintenance thereofCulture media therefor
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• C09D 11/101 - Inks specially adapted for printing processes involving curing by wave energy or particle radiation, e.g. with UV-curing following the printing
• C09D 11/14 - Printing inks based on carbohydrates

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Clothing, namely, t-shirts, outer jackets, headwear, footwear, uniforms, pants, socks, caps, boxer shorts, waterproof jackets, wristbands, jerseys, gloves, belts, bandanas, underwear, hats, headbands, leggings Arranging and conducting of colloquiums in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; Arranging and conducting youth football programs; Education services, namely, providing tutoring in the field of courses at the university level; Organization of entertainment events in the nature of arranging and conducting award ceremonies; Organization of sports competitions; Organizing, conducting and operating sports tournaments; Providing sports facilities; Sport camp services; Sports instruction services

Goods & Services

Accounting services; Advertising services; Bookkeeping; Business administration; Business management; Business management and organisation consultancy; Business management assistance; Organization of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; Organization of trade fairs; Providing office functions; all in the field of senior high school, university or college Education services in the nature of courses at the university level; Educational services, namely, providing online courses of instruction at the college and university level; Educational services, namely, providing training, courses, seminars, workshops, congresses, colloquiums, symposiums in the fields of vocational guidance, education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities in the field of senior high school, university or college; Organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes in the field of senior high school, university or college; Sports training services in the field of senior high school, university or college Computer programming; Creating and maintaining websites for others; Design and development of computer hardware and software; Industrial research in the field of physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; Monitoring of computer systems by remote access to ensure proper functioning; Physics research; Research and development of new products for others; Scientific and technological services, namely, research and design in the field of computer programming; Scientific research; Website design consultancy; all in the field of senior high school, university or college

Goods & Services

Arranging and conducting youth football programs; Organization of entertainment events in the nature of arranging and conducting award ceremonies; Organizing, conducting and operating football tournaments; Providing sports facilities; Sport camp services; Sports instruction services

Goods & Services

Arranging and conducting youth football programs; Organization of entertainment events in the nature of arranging and conducting award ceremonies; Organizing, conducting and operating football tournaments; Providing sports facilities; Sport camp services; Sports instruction services

Abstract

The suspension (10) includes a hydraulic actuator (12) and a supply hydraulic circuit (14) connected to the hydraulic actuator (12) to supply a compression chamber (20) and an extension chamber (22) of the hydraulic actuator (12) with a working fluid. The supply hydraulic circuit (14) includes a hydraulic pump (26), a high-pressure line (28) connected to a delivery port (30) of the hydraulic pump (26), a low-pressure line (32) connected to a suction port (34) of the hydraulic pump (26), and a flow control valve (36) connected on one side to the compression chamber (20) and extension chamber (22) of the hydraulic actuator (12) and on the other side to the high-pressure line (28) and low-pressure line (32). The flow control valve (36) is a rotary spool valve comprising a spool (40) which is rotatable continuously between a plurality of operating positions comprised, in a first direction, between a rest position and a first end operating position and, in a second direction opposite the first direction, between the rest position and a second end operating position. The flow control valve (36) is configured such that in each operating position of the spool (40) between the first end operating position and the second end operating position it connects at least one of the compression chamber (20) and the extension chamber (22) of the hydraulic actuator (12) with the high-pressure line (28).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 11/085 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with all movable sealing faces moving as one unit comprising only taps or cocks with cylindrical plug
• B60G 17/056 - Regulating distributors or valves
• F15B 13/02 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors
• F15B 13/044 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor operated by electrically-controlled means, e.g. solenoids, torque-motors
• F15B 13/04 - Fluid distribution or supply devices characterised by their adaptation to the control of servomotors for use with a single servomotor

Abstract

22 concentration, among other factors.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 46/62 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours with multiple filtering elements, characterised by their mutual disposition connected in series
• B01D 46/10 - Particle separators, e.g. dust precipitators, using filter plates, sheets or pads having plane surfaces
• B01D 46/00 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours

Abstract

The present invention relates to the field of technologies that enable monitoring and support regarding compliance with sanitary measures in closed spaces, by means of devices that are controlled semi-automatically or automatically, in order to reduce contact between persons. The aim of the invention is to provide a remote-controlled reconfigurable modular robot, capable of performing different tasks related to the monitoring of and compliance with sanitary measures, and likewise for the transport of objects. The remote-controlled reconfigurable multi-purpose modular robot comprises: a first rigid structure, a housing, a module for its movement, a second rigid structure, a sanitisation module, a third rigid structure, a monitoring and surveillance module, a fourth rigid structure, a second sanitisation module, a digital control module, and an electrical power supply unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/10 - Ultraviolet radiation
• A61L 9/20 - Ultraviolet radiation
• F24F 3/16 - Air-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by purification, e.g. by filteringAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by sterilisationAir-conditioning systems in which conditioned primary air is supplied from one or more central stations to distributing units in the rooms or spaces where it may receive secondary treatmentApparatus specially designed for such systems characterised by the treatment of the air otherwise than by heating and cooling by ozonisation

Abstract

The present invention seeks a selection of wide range of input biometric signals and output systems; process and classify these biometric signals universally by integrating different specialized and optimized electronic processing components with different processing methods, allowing direct analog and digital electrical connections that do not require communication with an external unit for processing; implements,to achieve the above, a plurality of sensor units; a modular processing unit; and a plurality of connection units that allow connection with a plurality of external electronic devices through wired or wireless connections.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
• G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means
• G10L 15/08 - Speech classification or search

Abstract

The present invention refers to a method for printing microlayers and multilayered nanostructures obtained by chaotic flows comprising the following steps: i) feeding a static mixer with at least two inks; ii) promoting the inks to flow through the static mixer to create chaotic flows; iii) promoting the solidification of the inks at the outlet of the static mixer to obtain a laminar structure and; iv) printing the inks by extrusion. The present invention also refers to a chaotic printer for microlayers and multilayered nanostructures obtained by chaotic flows comprising: a) a pump; b) a static mixing module and; c) at least one printhead, which allows the extrusion of inks with internal nanostructures.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 11/02 - Printing inks
• B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
• B29C 64/106 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material

Abstract

Provided herein are methods for the preparation of perfusable scaffolds for cell culture. These methods can comprise providing a bioink composition and a fugitive ink composition; chaotic printing the bioink composition and the fugitive ink composition to generate a microstructured precursor comprising a plurality of lamellar structures formed from the bioink composition; curing the bioink composition to form a cured scaffold precursor; and removing the fugitive ink from the cured scaffold precursor, thereby forming the perfusable scaffold. Also provided are scaffolds prepared by these methods as well as modular bioreactors incorporating these scaffolds.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/12 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with sterilisation, filtration, or dialysis means
• C12N 5/00 - Undifferentiated human, animal or plant cells, e.g. cell linesTissuesCultivation or maintenance thereofCulture media therefor
• C12N 5/077 - Mesenchymal cells, e.g. bone cells, cartilage cells, marrow stromal cells, fat cells or muscle cells
• C12M 1/42 - Apparatus for the treatment of microorganisms or enzymes with electrical or wave energy, e.g. magnetism, sonic wave
• C12M 1/36 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology including condition or time responsive control, e.g. automatically controlled fermentors
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing

Abstract

The present invention relates to electrodes with nanospaces between 4 and 17 nm obtained from suspended nanofibres of glassy carbon with a length greater than 2 μm, designed for application in the area of nanotechnology in the manufacture of nanosensors.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/15 - Nanosized carbon materials
• B82Y 15/00 - Nanotechnology for interacting, sensing or actuating, e.g. quantum dots as markers in protein assays or molecular motors
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures
• D01F 9/21 - Carbon filamentsApparatus specially adapted for the manufacture thereof by decomposition of organic filaments from polyaddition, polycondensation or polymerisation products from macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
• D01D 10/02 - Heat treatment

Goods & Services

Providing information relating to organizing community, namely, sporting and cultural activities; sport camp services; orchestra services; production of music; publication of books; entertainment services, namely, multimedia production services; rental of stage scenery; production of shows, namely, live quiz shows; arranging and conducting of congresses in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; organization of balls; education services, namely, classes in the field of physical fitness; coaching in the field of sports; nursery schools; theatre productions; translation; photographic reporting; photography; gymnastic instruction; news reporters services; cinema presentations being cinema theaters; providing sports facilities; organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; Entertainment services in the nature of party planning; physical education; production of radio and television programmes; vocational guidance; radio entertainment production; Entertainment in the nature of television news shows; rental of radio and television sets; presentation of live show performances; timing of sports events; organization of shows for cultural purposes; arranging and conducting of colloquiums in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; arranging and conducting of concerts; arranging and conducting of conferences in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; rental of sports grounds; rental of sports equipment, except vehicles; Education and entertainment services, namely, organization of amateur sports competitions; rental of stadium facilities; rental of tennis courts; Personal fitness training services; Education services, namely, providing tutoring in the field of courses at the university level; Entertainment services in the nature of holiday camp services; conducting fitness classes; Night club entertainment services; online publication of electronic books and journals; ticket agency services for entertainment purpose

Abstract

Disclosed is a miniature agitation tank for culture and continuous perfusion of tissue, which comprises: a hollow body that acts as a storage tank; an eccentric agitation system that allows a controlled environment and uniform flow to be generated; at least one inlet of the miniature agitation tank, which allows flows to be introduced into the hollow body; and at least one outlet of the miniature agitation tank, which allows the outlet of flows from the hollow body.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 3/00 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus
• C12M 3/04 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus with means providing thin layers
• C12N 5/07 - Animal cells or tissues
• C12N 5/071 - Vertebrate cells or tissues, e.g. human cells or tissues

Goods & Services

Educational examination; publication of books; entertainment; arranging and conducting of conferences; education; providing information in the field of education; educational services provided by schools; teaching; correspondence courses; coaching [training]; photography; cinema presentations; organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; conducting of entertainment events; vocational guidance [education or training advice]; presentation of variety shows; publication of texts, other than publicity texts; online publication of electronic books and journals; academies [education]; educational services; booking of seats for shows; arranging and conducting of colloquiums; arranging and conducting of concerts; arranging and conducting of seminars; arranging and conducting of symposiums; arranging and conducting of workshops [training]; organization of competitions [education or entertainment]; boarding school education; educational certification services, namely, providing training and educational examination; providing user reviews for entertainment or cultural purposes. Science and technology services; Scientific services and design relating thereto; Scientific research; Industrial analysis services; Industrial research; research in the field of physics; updating of computer software; server hosting; installation of computer software; maintenance of computer software; mechanical research; cloud seeding; electronic data storage; website design consultancy; information technology [it] consultancy; monitoring of computer systems by remote access; computer programming; computer rental; rental of web servers; biological research; engineering; research and development of new products for others; creating and designing website-based indexes of information for others [information technology services]; creating and maintaining websites for others; computer security consultancy; duplication of computer programs; user authentication services using single sign-on technology for online software applications; computer virus protection services; providing virtual computer systems through cloud computing; quality control and authentication services; design and development of computer hardware and software; Industrial design services.

Goods & Services

Educational examination; publication of books; entertainment; arranging and conducting of conferences; education; providing information in the field of education; educational services provided by schools; teaching; correspondence courses; coaching [training]; photography; cinema presentations; organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; conducting of entertainment events; vocational guidance [education or training advice]; presentation of variety shows; publication of texts, other than publicity texts; online publication of electronic books and journals; academies [education]; educational services; booking of seats for shows; arranging and conducting of colloquiums; arranging and conducting of concerts; arranging and conducting of seminars; arranging and conducting of symposiums; arranging and conducting of workshops [training]; organization of competitions [education or entertainment]; boarding school education; educational certification services, namely, providing training and educational examination; providing user reviews for entertainment or cultural purposes. Science and technology services; Scientific services and design relating thereto; Scientific research; Industrial analysis services; Industrial research; research in the field of physics; updating of computer software; server hosting; installation of computer software; maintenance of computer software; mechanical research; cloud seeding; electronic data storage; website design consultancy; information technology [it] consultancy; monitoring of computer systems by remote access; computer programming; computer rental; rental of web servers; biological research; engineering; research and development of new products for others; creating and designing website-based indexes of information for others [information technology services]; creating and maintaining websites for others; computer security consultancy; duplication of computer programs; user authentication services using single sign-on technology for online software applications; computer virus protection services; providing virtual computer systems through cloud computing; quality control and authentication services; design and development of computer hardware and software; Industrial design services.

Abstract

The present invention relates to a resealable organ on a chip platform, comprising: a rectangular base (408) with at least one hollow in its central part and a hole at each of its two ends (608); at least four connector tubes (401, 401', 406, 406'); at least one device (404) for transferring between conventional wells; at least one seal for fitting to a transfer device (402, 402'); a fluid-communication channel (607); at least one bottom fluid chamber (507); and at least one mixing chamber (508). The connection of each element to form the resealable organ on a chip platform is characterised in that: two connector tubes (401, 401') pass through the seal (402, 402') until making contact with a Transwell® insert (504) placed on top of a Transwell® membrane (505) of the device (404) for transferring between conventional wells; the seal (402, 402') may optionally be adapted to the upper part of the device (404) for transferring between conventional wells; the device (404) for transferring between conventional wells is arranged between the central hollow of the rectangular base (408); and two connector tubes (406, 406') are coupled to each terminal of each end of the rectangular base (408), wherein the fluid-communication channel (607), the bottom fluid chamber (507) and the mixing chamber (508) are located under the central hollow of the structure of the rectangular base (408).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/48 - Biological material, e.g. blood, urineHaemocytometers
• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing
• C12M 3/00 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus

Abstract

In a first aspect, the present invention relates to a device for the detection of an infectious agent, characterised in that it comprises: (i) a female piece comprising at least one indentation; and (ii) a male piece. In a second aspect, the invention relates to a kit for the detection of an infectious agent, characterised that it comprises: (a) at least one detection fibre comprising a predetermined antibody for the detection of a predetermined infectious agent; (b) at least one device for the detection of an infectious agent; and a microplate comprising a plurality of wells and a solution in each well, which potentially comprises a biomarker related to a predetermined infectious agent, wherein each device is coupled to one of the wells of the plurality of wells, allowing the detection fibre to be submerged in the solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

Provided herein are methods for the preparation of perfusable scaffolds for cell culture. These methods can comprise providing a bioink composition and a fugitive ink composition; chaotic printing the bioink composition and the fugitive ink composition to generate a microstructured precursor comprising a plurality of lamellar structures formed from the bioink composition; curing the bioink composition to form a cured scaffold precursor; and removing the fugitive ink from the cured scaffold precursor, thereby forming the perfusable scaffold. Also provided are scaffolds prepared by these methods as well as modular bioreactors incorporating these scaffolds.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/24 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology tube or bottle type

Goods & Services

Publication of books; party planning for cultural or educational purposes; arranging and conducting of congresses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; educational services, namely, providing classes and seminars in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, and arts, and humanities at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; providing information about education; teaching and courses of instruction at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; vocational guidance; providing educational services in the nature of courses at the university level, and providing continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, and arts, and humanities rendered through correspondence courses; photography; photographic reporting; film distribution; organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; party planning; cultural activities, namely, organization of cultural events; entertainment services namely, presentation of works of visual art or literature to the public for cultural or educational purposes, all in the nature of art exhibition services; publication of texts, other than publicity texts; online publication of electronic books and journals; educational services provided by schools in the nature of courses at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; booking of seats for shows; arranging and conducting of colloquiums in the field of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; arranging and conducting of concerts; arranging and conducting of educational conferences in the field of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; arranging and conducting of seminars in the field of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, and arts, and humanities at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; arranging and conducting of symposiums in the field of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities; arranging and conducting of workshops and trainings in the field of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities at the university level and continuing professional education courses in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, and arts, and humanities; boarding school education; and providing online electronic publications in the nature of books, magazines, and brochures in the fields of education, the physical sciences, math, engineering sciences, biological and health sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities, not downloadable Scientific and technological services, namely, research and design in the field of computer programming; computer rental; computer security consultancy; computer software design; design and development of computer hardware and software; industrial analysis, namely, industrial research and industrial design services; research in the field of physics; updating of computer software; server hosting; installation of computer software; scientific research; mechanical research; cloud seeding; electronic data storage; website design consultancy; information technology consultancy; monitoring of computer systems by remote access to ensure proper functioning; computer programming; rental of web servers; research and development of new products for others; computer virus protection services; user authentication services using single sign-on technology for online software applications; creating and maintaining websites for others

Abstract

A field emission electron source and a method of manufacturing the same. A field emission electron source comprises an emitting electrode and an extractor gate electrode. The emitting electrode comprising a plurality of particles with nanosharp protrusions. The extractor gate electrode comprises a metal. The extractor gate electrode is formed in a same plane as the emitting electrode. The extractor gate electrode is formed surrounding the emitting electrode. A method of manufacturing a field emission electron source comprises forming an emitting electrode comprising a plurality of particles with nanosharp protrusions using a direct ink writing (DIW) printer. The method comprises forming an extractor gate electrode comprising a metal using the DIW printer.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01J 1/304 - Field-emissive cathodes
• H01J 49/08 - Electron sources, e.g. for generating photo-electrons, secondary electrons or Auger electrons
• H01J 35/06 - Cathodes
• H01J 9/02 - Manufacture of electrodes or electrode systems
• F03H 1/00 - Use of plasma to produce a reactive propulsive thrust

Abstract

Disclosed is a system for assessing and monitoring muscle performance with self-adjusting feedback in order to evaluate progress in physiotherapy received by patients who have suffered muscle damage, the method including: A) at least one apparatus for acquiring muscle or biopotential signals; signal conditioning; processing, sending, receiving information; and self-adjusting feedback; B) at least one external computer and/or monitor or graphic interface for viewing external information; C) wherein the at least one apparatus for acquiring muscle or biopotential signals; signal conditioning; processing, sending, receiving information; and self-adjusting feedback and the at least one external computer and/or monitor or graphic interface for viewing external information are configured to carry out a method for measuring, extracting and processing parameters for assessing and monitoring muscle performance with self-adjusting feedback in order to evaluate progress in physiotherapy received by patients who have suffered muscle damage.

IPC Classes  ?

• G16H 20/30 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to physical therapies or activities, e.g. physiotherapy, acupressure or exercising
• A61B 5/316 - Modalities, i.e. specific diagnostic methods
• G16H 40/67 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for remote operation
• G16H 50/50 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for simulation or modelling of medical disorders
• G16H 15/00 - ICT specially adapted for medical reports, e.g. generation or transmission thereof
• G16H 50/70 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for mining of medical data, e.g. analysing previous cases of other patients
• G16H 50/20 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for computer-aided diagnosis, e.g. based on medical expert systems
• G16H 40/40 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the management of medical equipment or devices, e.g. scheduling maintenance or upgrades
• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• G01R 29/12 - Measuring electrostatic fields
• G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
• G06Q 10/0631 - Resource planning, allocation, distributing or scheduling for enterprises or organisations
• A61B 5/389 - Electromyography [EMG]

Abstract

Use of heterogeneous nucleation allows the localized reduction of metal salt and also cross-link the carbon precursor in the same region. This cross-linked matrix act as the secondary heterogeneous sites for spontaneous Nano particle synthesis and growth during the process of pyrolysis. Selectively creating heterogeneous sites and reducing the metal precursor using highly focused energy beams create various metal-carbon composites with controlled metal positioning. This is such a unique process where a pretreatment process will control the fabrication of complex metal-carbon composite nano and microstructures. This greatly simplifies the fabrication process, facilitating nanostructures like Nano metal bulbs, nanometal pointed nanogaps and metal sandwich structures with such process. With several advantages ranging from electronics, catalysis, optics and several other bio-functionalization technologies, this enables materials with unique and hybrid advantages. Moreover, fabrication of micro and Nano level structures provides a CMEMS and BIOMEMS relevant approach for wide range of applications.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 9/30 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereofApparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using chemical processes with decomposition of metal compounds, e.g. by pyrolysis
• B81C 1/00 - Manufacture or treatment of devices or systems in or on a substrate
• B22F 9/14 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereofApparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes using electric discharge
• B22F 9/18 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereofApparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using chemical processes with reduction of metal compounds
• B22F 1/054 - Nanosized particles

Abstract

The invention relates to a remote lab system for the learning of electrical, electronic and control circuits, by means of which students can perform basic experiments with both direct current and alternating current, without having to be physically present in the laboratory to carry them out, owing to provision of a server, together with specially designed equipment, the use of the NI ELVIS system and the Internet, said elements allowing experiments to be carried out with the workstation. It is also worth mentioning that the development of the web platform is an important part for the interaction with the remote lab, essentially with the workstation, since the user can make reservations in it, as well as download the application with which they can access the practical experiments virtually and carry out same, with learning being more didactic and readily available.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
• G09B 5/00 - Electrically-operated educational appliances

Abstract

Disclosed is a bottom-up synthesis approach for the fabrication of gold nanoparticles composite carbon thin films based on in situ reduction of gold precursor within a photoresist matrix. This provides the possibility to accumulate noble metal nanostructures both on the surface as wells as in the bulk of a tough material like glassy carbon. With several advantages ranging from electronics, catalysis, optics and several other biofuntionalization technologies, this material is like a hybrid. Moreover, fabrication of micro and Nano level structures make it as a CMEMS and BIOMEMS relevant material for wide range of applications.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/05 - Preparation or purification of carbon not covered by groups , , ,
• B82Y 10/00 - Nanotechnology for information processing, storage or transmission, e.g. quantum computing or single electron logic
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for fabricating a branching structure, the apparatus comprising: a flexible, electrically conductive internal electrical field collector comprising a first collector end, a second collector end, a collector outer surface located between both collector ends, a collector longitudinal axis extending through the first collector end and the second collector end, and at least one articulating feature positioned between the first collector end and the second collector end, a compression and rotation mechanism in contact with the first collector end, and a continuously formed mandrel that can include branches, having a first mandrel circumference with a mandrel inner circumference larger than the collector outer circumference and positionable over the internal electrical field collector and a second mandrel located at sufficient distance outside the first mandrel to facilitate attraction of electruspun fibers. Also disclosed are methods of manufacturing the branching structure, and grafts thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like
• A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
• B29C 64/118 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material using filamentary material being melted, e.g. fused deposition modelling [FDM]
• B29C 64/188 - Processes of additive manufacturing involving additional operations performed on the added layers, e.g. smoothing, grinding or thickness control
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• D04H 1/728 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by electro-spinning
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing

Abstract

The invention relates to a system for assessing and monitoring muscle performance with self-adjusting feedback, in order to evaluate progress in physiotherapy received by patients who have suffered muscle damage, characterised in that it comprises: A) at least one apparatus used for acquiring muscle or biopotential signals, for conditioning the signals, for processing, sending and receiving information, and for self-adjusting feedback; B) at least one external computer and/or monitor or graphic interface for viewing external information; C) wherein said at least one apparatus for acquiring the muscle or biopotential signals, for conditioning the signals, for processing, sending and receiving information, and for self-adjusting feedback and said at least one external computer and/or monitor or graphic interface for viewing the external information are configured to carry out a method for measuring, extracting and processing parameters for assessing and monitoring muscle performance with self-adjusting feedback, in order to evaluate progress in physiotherapy received by patients who have suffered muscle damage.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/04 - Measuring bioelectric signals of the body or parts thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to an embedded electronic system for detecting a driver's braking intention in emergency situations, using electroencephalogram (EEG) signals and information from the vehicle in order to anticipate an emergency braking action. The system of the invention comprises an embedded electronic device which communicates with a vehicle via an OBD-II diagnostic port and by means of which signals are obtained from the brake pedal and the accelerator, with filters being applied to the messages present in the CAN bus communication protocol, generated by the ECU of the vehicle, in a periodic manner. According to the invention, the aforementioned device includes a microcontroller with a current supply which converts the above-mentioned signals into digital signals with TTL logic levels and a system for acquiring electroencephalogram (EEG) signals, consisting of a cap incorporating dry electrodes connected to a processor which transmits the EEG signals wirelessly via a wireless transmitter to a wireless receiver of the embedded electronic device. Both signals are transmitted to a PC via the USB port for analysis of the driver's brain signals and the vehicle signals in order to determine whether or not the driver intends to brake.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/04 - Measuring bioelectric signals of the body or parts thereof
• A61B 5/18 - Devices for psychotechnicsTesting reaction times for vehicle drivers
• B60T 7/12 - Brake-action initiating means for automatic initiationBrake-action initiating means for initiation not subject to will of driver or passenger
• B60R 21/0132 - Electrical circuits for triggering safety arrangements in case of vehicle accidents or impending vehicle accidents including means for detecting collisions, impending collisions or roll-over responsive to vehicle motion parameters
• B60K 28/00 - Safety devices for propulsion-unit control, specially adapted for, or arranged in, vehicles, e.g. preventing fuel supply or ignition in the event of potentially dangerous conditions

Goods & Services

Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions; Business management assistance; business management and organization consultancy in the field of professional careers, except educational or training advice; book-keeping and accounting; bookkeeping services, namely, preparing statements of accounts; organization of exhibitions forcommercial or advertising purposes; organization of trade fairs for commercial or advertising purposes marketing Education in the nature of courses at the university level; providing of training at the university level; organizing sporting and cultural activities; providing information about continuing education programs; arranging and conducting of workshops in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; organization of competitions for recreational entertainment; arranging and conducting of conferences in the field of continuing education studies and vocationalguidance; arranging and conducting of seminars in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; providing correspondence courses in the field of continuing education studies and vocational guidance; vocational guidance; educational services provided by schools in the nature of courses at the university level; publication of texts, other than publicity texts; publication of books

Goods & Services

Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions; business management assistance; business management and organization consultancy in the field of professional careers, except educational or training advice; book-keeping and accounting; bookkeeping services, namely, drawing up of statements of accounts; organization of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; organization of trade fairs for commercial or advertising purposes marketing

Goods & Services

Advertising; Business management; Business administration; Office functions; Business management of conference centers; Career advisory services (other than education and training advice); School fee accounting services; Organization of events, exhibitions, fairs and shows for commercial, promotional and advertising purposes; Market campaigns. Education; Providing of training; Entertainment; Sporting and cultural activities; Educational research; Workshops for training purposes; Arranging and conducting conferences and seminars; Workshops for educational purposes; Organisation of seminars relating to education; Workshops for recreational purposes; Provision of training courses; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Educating at university or colleges; Educational services provided by universities; Publication and editing of printed matter; Publication of instructional literature. Science and technology services; Research services; Industrial analysis and research services; Computer software design; Computer software design; Computer software design; Computer software design; Software design and development; Software design and development; Computer software design; Computer software design; Computer software design; Software design and development; Computer system design; Computer system design; Consultation services relating to computer systems; Research relating to computer programs; Designing of electronic systems; Computer programming and maintenance of computer programs; Scientific and industrial research; scientific design services; Scientific and technological design; Scientific services and design relating thereto.

Goods & Services

Advertising; Business management; Business administration; Office functions; Business management of conference centers; Career advisory services (other than education and training advice); School fee accounting services; Organization of events, exhibitions, fairs and shows for commercial, promotional and advertising purposes; Market campaigns. Education; Providing of training; Entertainment; Sporting and cultural activities; Educational research; Workshops for training purposes; Arranging and conducting conferences and seminars; Workshops for educational purposes; Organisation of seminars relating to education; Workshops for recreational purposes; Provision of training courses; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Educating at university or colleges; Educational services provided by universities; Publication and editing of printed matter; Publication of instructional literature.

Abstract

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for fabricating a branching structure, the apparatus comprising: a flexible, electrically conductive internal electrical field collector comprising a first collector end, a second collector end, a collector outer surface located between both collector ends, a collector longitudinal axis extending through the first collector end and the second collector end, and at least one articulating feature positioned between the first collector end and the second collector end, a compression and rotation mechanism in contact with the first collector end, and a continuously formed mandrel that can include branches, having a first mandrel circumference with a mandrel inner circumference larger than the collector outer circumference and positionable over the internal electrical field collector and a second mandrel located at sufficient distance outside the first mandrel to facilitate attraction of electruspun fibers. Also disclosed are methods of manufacturing the branching structure, and grafts thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61F 2/07 - Stent-grafts
• D04H 1/728 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres characterised by the method of forming fleeces or layers, e.g. reorientation of fibres the fibres being randomly arranged by electro-spinning
• D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like
• B29C 41/22 - Making multilayered or multicoloured articles

Abstract

The invention relates to a portable sterile-environment device for ophthalmic procedures, formed by a case with a transparent upper cover with perforations in the front area for inserting the arms of a doctor, and a lower translucent cover defined by a flat horizontal section, an isolated space being formed between the upper and lower covers. The central part of the flat horizontal section of the lower cover comprises a conical protuberance that ends in a circular recess with an accessory for contact with the eye. The device also comprises a sterilisation system in the rear part of the case, as well as a ventilation system in the external area of the case comprising an air inlet hole with filtering means, which air inlet hole produces an increase in the internal pressure of the isolated space.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 90/40 - Apparatus fixed or close to patients specially adapted for providing an aseptic surgical environment
• A61B 46/23 - Surgical drapes specially adapted for patients with means to retain or hold surgical implements
• A61F 9/007 - Methods or devices for eye surgery

Abstract

The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to acetogenin molecules that may have antiplatelet and/or antithronibic activities. In some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to an acetogenin molecule selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 11, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14. The present disclosure relates in some embodiments to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a first acetogenin molecule and a delivery vehicle, wherein the first acetogenin molecule is selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 11, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/365 - Lactones
• A61P 7/02 - Antithrombotic agentsAnticoagulantsPlatelet aggregation inhibitors

Abstract

Listeria monocytogenes on or in a product by applying an inhibitor compound of the formula: Listeria monocytogenes on or in a subject by treating the subject with that compound. Further aspects of the present invention relate to pharmaceutical compositions, food product compositions, personal care product compositions, and cleaning product compositions comprising the subject inhibitor compounds.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 33/10 - Modifying nutritive qualities of foodsDietetic productsPreparation or treatment thereof using additives
• A01N 37/36 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-analogue, or of a derivative thereof, e.g. hydroxy-carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61K 8/37 - Esters of carboxylic acids
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 8/36 - Carboxylic acidsSalts or anhydrides thereof
• A61K 8/9789 - Magnoliopsida [dicotyledons]
• A61Q 17/00 - Barrier preparationsPreparations brought into direct contact with the skin for affording protection against external influences, e.g. sunlight, X-rays or other harmful rays, corrosive materials, bacteria or insect stings

Abstract

The present invention relates to an improved method for the synthesis of dendron-based chromatography resins. The method comprises incorporating dendrons, molecules having a branched structure, into the chromatography resin. In a second step, the functional groups of the dendron are functionalised with ligands. The method can be applied to a wide variety of materials of different natures for the synthesis of chromatography resins for a wide variety of chromatography processes such as hydrophobic interaction chromatography (HIC), ion-exchange chromatography (IEXC), reversed-phase chromatography (RPC) and affinity chromatography (AC), inter alia.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 229/28 - Compounds containing amino and carboxyl groups bound to the same carbon skeleton having amino and carboxyl groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms of the same carbon skeleton the carbon skeleton being saturated and containing rings
• C07C 69/66 - Esters of carboxylic acids having esterified carboxyl groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms and having any of the groups OH, O-metal, —CHO, keto, ether, acyloxy, groups, groups, or in the acid moiety
• C07D 407/14 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, not provided for by group containing three or more hetero rings
• B01J 20/286 - Phases chemically bonded to a substrate, e.g. to silica or to polymers
• B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating

Abstract

Methods, devices and kit for analyzing a sample comprising 1,5-anhydroglucitol and a first analyte via one or more chemiluminescent reactions. Certain embodiments include measuring a first light response resulting from a first chemiluminescent reaction and measuring a second light response resulting from a second chemiluminescent reaction. Certain embodiments also include comparing the first light response to the second light response to determine a ratio of 1,5-anhydroglucitol and the first analyte.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/76 - ChemiluminescenceBioluminescence
• C12Q 1/26 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving oxidoreductase
• G01N 33/62 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving urea
• G01N 33/66 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving blood sugars, e.g. galactose
• G01N 33/70 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving creatine or creatinine
• G01N 21/75 - Systems in which material is subjected to a chemical reaction, the progress or the result of the reaction being investigated

Abstract

Methods, devices and kit for analyzing a sample comprising 1,5-anhydroglucitol and a first analyte via one or more chemiluminescent reactions. Certain embodiments include measuring a first light response resulting from a first chemiluminescent reaction and measuring a second light response resulting from a second chemiluminescent reaction. Certain embodiments also include comparing the first light response to the second light response to determine a ratio of 1,5-anhydroglucitol and the first analyte.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/34 - Measuring or testing with condition measuring or sensing means, e.g. colony counters
• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• G01N 21/64 - FluorescencePhosphorescence
• G01N 21/76 - ChemiluminescenceBioluminescence
• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing
• G01N 33/53 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor

Abstract

Electrospray devices are described. The devices may comprise a substrate and a plurality of emitters. The emitters may comprise a plurality of channels therein, wherein the channels may be configured to convey immiscible liquids to the distal end of the emitters. The channels may be arranged such that, at the distal end, one liquid enclosed another liquid. The device may comprise a plurality of reservoirs, each reservoir being configured to contain liquid therein and to convey the liquid to a respective channel. Core-shell droplets may be formed by forming Taylor cones through the application of an electric field. The core-shell droplets may include a core liquid enclosed within a shell liquid, wherein the two liquids may be immiscible.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01J 9/02 - Manufacture of electrodes or electrode systems
• H01J 37/08 - Ion sourcesIon guns
• H01J 49/00 - Particle spectrometers or separator tubes

Abstract

A line-to-point focus solar tracking concentrator (LTSC) comprising a PTC mirror and a Fresnel lens with two sections, both mounted on a dual axis tracker, and a method for concentrating solar radiation in a point.

IPC Classes  ?

• F24J 2/06 - having concentrating elements (optical elements or systems per seG02B)
• F24J 2/46 - Component parts, details or accessories of solar heat collectors
• F24J 2/54 - specially adapted for rotary movement

Abstract

A saponin and sapogenin extract recovered from plants of the Agavaceae family in the form of an extract or its purified form which has beneficial effects on the organism of mammals in relation to the prevention or treatment of metabolic disorders such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, diabetes and their related pathologies in mammals, including humans and further beneficial effects on lipid metabolism, glucose metabolism, energy expenditure, and gut microbiota health. Other aspects of the invention comprise a composition made of said saponin and sapogenin extract and methods for using said extract.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 65/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing material from algae, lichens, bryophyta, multi-cellular fungi or plants, or extracts thereof
• A61K 36/00 - Medicinal preparations of undetermined constitution containing material from algae, lichens, fungi or plants, or derivatives thereof, e.g. traditional herbal medicines

Abstract

The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to acetogenin molecules that may have antiplatelet and/or antithronibic activities. In some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to an acetogenin molecule selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 1 1, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14. The present disclosure relates in some embodiments to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a first acetogenin molecule and a delivery vehicle, wherein the first acetogenin molecule is selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 1 1, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61K 31/365 - Lactones
• A61P 7/02 - Antithrombotic agentsAnticoagulantsPlatelet aggregation inhibitors

Abstract

The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to acetogenin molecules that may have antiplatelet and/or antithronibic activities. In some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to an acetogenin molecule selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 1 1, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14. The present disclosure relates in some embodiments to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a first acetogenin molecule and a delivery vehicle, wherein the first acetogenin molecule is selected from the group comprising: Acetogenin 1, Acetogenin 2, Acetogenin 3, Acetogenin 4, Acetogenin 5, Acetogenin 6, Acetogenin 7, Acetogenin 8, Acetogenin 9, Acetogenin 10, Acetogenin 1 1, Acetogenin 12, Acetogenin 13, and Acetogenin 14.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61P 7/02 - Antithrombotic agentsAnticoagulantsPlatelet aggregation inhibitors
• A61K 31/341 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having five-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. isosorbide not condensed with another ring, e.g. ranitidine, furosemide, bufetolol, muscarine
• A61K 31/365 - Lactones

Abstract

Persea sp. (avocado) enriched in bioactive compounds which can be used as antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting agents, the process for obtaining the extracts, acetogenins and isolated molecules and methods for using the extracts enriched in bioactive compounds for providing antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 37/12 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group , wherein Cn means a carbon skeleton not containing a ringThio-analogues thereof
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 36/54 - Lauraceae (Laurel family), e.g. cinnamon or sassafras
• A01N 65/24 - Lauraceae [Laurel family], e.g. laurel, avocado, sassafras, cinnamon or camphor
• A23L 3/3499 - Organic compounds containing oxygen with doubly-bound oxygen
• A61K 8/37 - Esters of carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• C07C 69/145 - Acetic acid esters of monohydroxylic compounds of unsaturated alcohols
• C07C 69/16 - Acetic acid esters of dihydroxylic compounds
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen

Abstract

A non-invasive mechatronic device providing joint mobility using EEG and EMG signals includes a medical device for non-invasively assisting movement of a first part of a body, the medical device comprising a stationary piece configured to be attached to a second part of the body, a movable piece configured to be attached to the first part of the body, an actuator that connects the stationary piece to the movable piece and is configured to move the movable piece relative to the stationary piece and a controller that receives an input signal and generates a control signal to control a movement of the actuator, based on the received input signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61H 1/00 - Apparatus for passive exercisingVibrating apparatusChiropractic devices, e.g. body impacting devices, external devices for briefly extending or aligning unbroken bones

Abstract

Persea sp. (avocado) enriched in bioactive compounds which can be used as antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting agents, the process for obtaining the extracts, acetogenins and isolated molecules and methods for using the extracts enriched in bioactive compounds for providing antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 37/12 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group , wherein Cn means a carbon skeleton not containing a ringThio-analogues thereof
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 36/54 - Lauraceae (Laurel family), e.g. cinnamon or sassafras
• A01N 65/24 - Lauraceae [Laurel family], e.g. laurel, avocado, sassafras, cinnamon or camphor
• A23L 3/3499 - Organic compounds containing oxygen with doubly-bound oxygen
• A61K 8/37 - Esters of carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• C07C 69/145 - Acetic acid esters of monohydroxylic compounds of unsaturated alcohols
• C07C 69/16 - Acetic acid esters of dihydroxylic compounds
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen

Abstract

This patent relates to a lubricating oil with added decorated graphene nanoparticles, which is called nanolubricant. This nanolubricant has automotive and industrial applications and offers as major benefits, simultaneous improvements in the thermal, rheological and tribological properties of the lubricant used as base fluid. Additionally, this nanolubricant offers a rheopectic behavior from a specific concentration, the same behavior that gives it the ability to increase its viscosity over time provided it is subjected to a constant cutting rate. Finally, the decorated graphene may include metallic, ceramic or polymeric nanoparticles, in a concentration range of 0.5% weight/weight to 2% w/w without changing the newtonian fluid behavior of the base lubricant, whereas for concentrations greater than 2% weight/weight and up to 3% weight/weight, the aforementioned rheopectic behavior will be observed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 113/02 - CarbonGraphite
• C10M 125/04 - MetalsAlloys
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• C10M 125/02 - CarbonGraphite
• C10M 171/06 - Particles of special shape or size
• C10M 149/22 - Polyamines
• C10M 171/02 - Specified values of viscosity or viscosity index

Abstract

The present invention relates to a portable electronic instrument for measuring the optical depth of aerosols in an air column along the trajectory of said aerosols towards the sun, the instrument being of the type that comprises a casing with a lower cover and an upper cover which are connectable to each other by fastening elements and inside of which the components are accommodated. The instrument is characterised in that said lower cover comprises: an optical arrangement at one end for collimating the solar light for sensing, the optical arrangement being formed by a mechanical assembly which defines a plurality of linear solar light capture channels for sensing that have means for blocking internal reflections and in which means are disposed passband and photodiode optical filters, and an internal sun target for alignment with the sun; an electronic system installed and assembled on a printed circuit board and including a microprocessor with very-low-noise transconductance amplifiers, an analogue-digital converter, a flash memory for storing readings, and which has embedded firmware and software for various functions, particularly mathematical libraries for information processing, as well as a screen for displaying the collected data and instrument configuration; an electric power source housed in the casing for supplying said electronic system; and a flexible covering membrane as a user interface.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01J 1/42 - Photometry, e.g. photographic exposure meter using electric radiation detectors
• G01J 1/02 - Photometry, e.g. photographic exposure meter Details

Abstract

The modular thermal insulating system based on a mixture of organic and inorganic compounds, constituted to reduce the transfer of heat between the interior and the exterior of a building. Said system, based on a mixture of organic and inorganic compounds, consists of a rigid planar container of prismatic form, formed of a plastic or metal material or a combination of both thereof, containing a first layer, in the form of a porous mixture of organic and inorganic compounds, being over a base and anchorage structure composed of at least a sheet of plastic resins installed above a thermal insulant, being the layer in contact with a rigid base, a set of anchorage elements and, a set of elements to increase the separation of the base element from the roof or wall.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04D 13/18 - Roof covering aspects of energy collecting devices, e.g. including solar panels
• E04D 11/00 - Roof covering, as far as not restricted to features covered by only one of groups Roof covering in ways not provided for by groups
• E04B 1/76 - Heat, sound or noise insulation, absorption, or reflectionOther building methods affording favourable thermal or acoustical conditions, e.g. accumulating of heat within walls specifically with respect to heat only
• A01G 1/00 - Horticulture; Cultivation of vegetables (labels or name-plates G09F 3/00, G09F 7/00)

Abstract

The invention is a biologically inspired artificial olfactory method and system comprising the design of at least one septum with at least two nostrils, wherein each nostril is designed having special characteristics. This artificial nose permits detecting the direction wherefrom a smell emanates. The septum is utilized to realize the separation of the air currents external to the olfactory system. In this manner the measurement of the environment may be obtained in two different positions simultaneously. These measurements reflect different concentrations and reaction times, consequently they may be utilized to calculate the direction wherefrom a smell emanates. Each nostril comprises an air chamber performing the principal biological processes carried out within the nose. These processes are: the process of aspiration, the process of division, the process of conduction, the sensing, the processing, the transformation of the air or smell filtration, and expulsion.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups

Abstract

The invention relates to a dielectric mineral oil composition for a transformer, formed by at least one dielectric mineral oil and graphene nanoflakes decorated with metal nanoparticles and/or ceramic nanoparticles. The dielectric mineral oil composition has improved thermal conductivity and stability.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01B 3/22 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances liquids, e.g. oils hydrocarbons
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• C01B 31/04 - Graphite
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures
• C10M 171/06 - Particles of special shape or size
• H01B 3/20 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances liquids, e.g. oils

Abstract

The invention relates to a machine for processing mangoes in an automatic manner such that the peeling, cutting and stoning operations are carried out without the need for human intervention. The machine comprises a support structure that supports a rotary turret on a shaft together with a rotary drive means, said turret being mounted on a slidable carriage that can move in a linear manner on rails fixed to the support structure, and which carriage has linear drive means. Three radially projecting arms are mounted on the turret and are separated at a 60° angle to one another, the end of each arm having a tool for securing, peeling, stoning and cutting the mango into two halves, known as cheeks. The machine also comprises a shaft having a fork to which the stone of the mango is automatically fixed, said shaft is driven by a motor and a transmission and causes the mango to rotate during the peeling process and positions the mango for the stoning process. The machine further comprises a central processing unit which, by means of software and sensor elements is responsible for: controlling all the actuating actuators and motors; synchronising the movements of the turret in order to position the different arms having the different tools according to each operation; along with synchronising the longitudinal movement of the carriage where said turret is mounted in order to coordinate uniform and precise movements of the tools; and synchronising the rotational movement of the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• B26D 3/26 - Cutting work characterised by the nature of the cut madeApparatus therefor to obtain segments other than slices, e.g. cutting pies specially adapted for cutting fruit or vegetables, e.g. for onions
• A47J 17/16 - Peeling machines with rotary fruit-holding spindles and fixed or movable peeler blades
• A47J 23/00 - Devices for stoning fruit
• A23N 4/00 - Machines for stoning fruit or removing seed-containing sections from fruit, characterised by their stoning or removing device
• A23N 7/00 - Peeling vegetables or fruit

Abstract

The invention relates to a lubricating oil comprising nanoparticles of decorated graphene, called a nanolubricant. Said nanolubricant has automotive and industrial applications and its main advantages consist in simultaneous improvements in the thermal, theological and tribological properties of the lubricant used as a base fluid. In addition, said nanolubricant exhibits a rheopectic behaviour based on a specific concentration, the same behaviour which provides the capacity to increase the viscosity thereof over time while being subjected to a constant cutting rate. Furthermore, the decorated graphene can include metal, ceramic or polymer nanoparticles, and the concentration thereof can be between 0.5 % weight/weight and 2 % weight/weight without the base lubricant changing the Newtonian fluid behaviour thereof, while for concentrations higher than 2 % weight/weight and up to 3 % weight/weight, the above-mentioned rheopectic behaviour is observed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 125/02 - CarbonGraphite
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the fractionation, recovery and purification of CD133+ mononucleated cells from a biological matrix rich in stem cells (umbilical cord, mobilized peripheral blood, bone marrow) using an aqueous two-phase system having at least one step. The invention is suitable for use in the medical field for the recovery of stem cells. The process consists of: construction of the polymer-polymer aqueous two-phase system (in its different modes), addition of the sample, agitation, centrifugation and separation of the phases for the subsequent recovery of same and quantification of CD133+ cells by means of flow cytometry. The phase rich in CD133+ is washed and resuspended in a medium suitable for its subsequent use.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 5/0789 - Stem cellsMultipotent progenitor cells
• G01N 33/49 - Physical analysis of biological material of liquid biological material blood

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Educational services [, namely, ] * that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university and invited speakers, namely, * conducting classes, seminars, conferences and workshops in all fields of education, namely, social sciences, humanities, agriculture, architecture, journalism, art, design, engineering, science, business, management, health, information technology, electronics, education, government, public policy, and engineering; arranging and conducting educational conferences [ ; ] * that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university, and invited speakers; * educational services in the nature of correspondence schools; teaching in the fields of technology and economics * via academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; school, college and university-level libraries; organizing and conducting exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes * [ libraries; organizing and conducting exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; ] organizing and conducting sporting exhibitions, namely, football, soccer, and athletics competitions; computer services, namely, providing on-line non-downloadable articles, books and magazines in the field of technology and economics

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(1) Adhesives for stationery and household purposes, banners and flags made of paper, printing blocks, pens, erasers, paper for wrapping and packaging; cardboard or paper boxes; stickers; calendars; folders; notebook paper; posters, placards made of paper and cardboard and wall charts; passport holders; catalogs featuring descriptions of university courses; memorandum boards, memorandum books; carrying cases made of paper; student identification cards; correcting fluid for type; paper cutters; notebooks; drafting rulers, drawing rulers; paintings; diaries; file pockets for stationery use; photo-engravings; photographs; folders for documents; book bindings; brochures relating to course studies; printed instructional, educational and teaching materials for use in university studies; writing instruments; pocket pen shields; printed labels and blank labels; file folders; greeting cards; book covers; staplers; printing paper; decals, illustrations; coin albums, photograph albums, stamp albums; pencils; pencil sharpeners; pencil cases; textbooks and teachers' manuals, in a wide variety of fields including administrative politics and educational politics; stationery, namely, writing stationery; postcards; pen holders; magazines relating to the field of education and university studies; paper or cardboard posters; envelopes; blank cards; decorative paper centerpieces; paper hole punches; and table napkins of paper (2) Coats, mufflers; swimsuits; swim caps; robes (bath-); blouses; scarves; socks; shirts; t-shirts; vests; jackets; ties; dresses; aprons; girdles; overcoats; bonnets; raincoats; jerseys, sweaters; underwear; suits; gymnastic suits; hats; suspenders; uniforms, namely, school uniforms and sports uniforms; caps; and slippers (1) Rental of advertising space; advertising agency services, namely, promoting educational services through the distribution of printed and audio promotional materials; employment counseling and recruiting; organization of commercial or advertising expositions in many different fields such as business, scientific and technological developments; publication of publicity texts; publicity agents; production and distribution of radio and television commercials; and conducting public opinion poll surveys for business research (2) Financial analysis; capital investments; charitable fund raising; organization of collections, namely, collection of donations for charitable purposes; financial evaluation [insurance, banking, real estate]; financial consultancy; financial information; financial management; financial sponsorship; fund investments; charitable fund raising; and electronic funds transfer (3) Building construction; building repair; and installation services, namely, computer software installation and maintenance, and installation of equipment for podiums, classrooms and academic events (4) Telecommunication services, namely, electronic mail services through wired and wireless access, paging services, wireless digital messaging services; radio and television broadcasting; and providing telecommunications connections to a global computer network, namely providing multiple user access to a global computer network (5) Educational services, namely, conducting classes, seminars, conferences and workshops in all fields of education; arranging and conducting educational conferences; educational services in the nature of correspondence schools; teaching in the fields of technology and economics; libraries, organizing and conducting exhibitions in educational, sporting and cultural activities; and computer services, namely, providing on-line articles, books and magazines in the field of technology and economics (6) Scientific research; computer programming for others; recovery of computer data; computer software design for others; technical consultation in the field of electronics, technology and economics; updating of computer software for others; and conducting public opinion poll surveys for non-business, non-marketing purposes (7) Services for providing food and drink, namely, cafeteria services, restaurant services and bar services; and rental of temporary student housing accommodations (8) Medical clinic services; medical assistance; health care; and health centers (9) Alternative dispute resolution services; arbitration services; copyright management; intellectual property consultancy; intellectual property watching services; legal research; licensing of computer software [legal services]; licensing of intellectual property; mediation; and registration of domain names [legal services]

Goods & Services

(1) Educational services that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university, and invited speakers, namely, conducting classes, seminars, conferences and workshops in all fields of education, including teaching in all fields of education; arranging and conducting educational conferences that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university, and invited speakers; educational services in the nature of correspondence schools; teaching in the fields of technology and economics via academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; school, college and university-level libraries; organizing and conducting exhibitions in educational, sporting and cultural activities; and computer services, namely, providing on-line articles, books and magazines authored by academics alumni teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university in the field of technology and economics (2) Scientific research performed by researchers, scientists, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; computer programming for others through programmers, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; recovery of computer data; computer software design for others through technicians, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; providing technical consultation in the field of electronics, technology and economics via technical consultants, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; updating of computer software for others; and conducting public opinion poll surveys for non-business, non-marketing purposes performed by people employed by a school, college or university

Goods & Services

(1) Educational services that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university, and invited speakers, namely, conducting classes, seminars, conferences and workshops in all fields of education, including teaching in all fields of education; arranging and conducting educational conferences that include the participation of academics, alumni, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university, and invited speakers; educational services in the nature of correspondence schools; teaching in the fields of technology and economics via academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; school, college and university-level libraries; organizing and conducting exhibitions in educational, sporting and cultural activities; and computer services, namely, providing on-line articles, books and magazines authored by academics alumni teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university in the field of technology and economics (2) Scientific research performed by researchers, scientists, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; computer programming for others through programmers, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; recovery of computer data; computer software design for others through technicians, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; providing technical consultation in the field of electronics, technology and economics via technical consultants, academics, teachers and students attending or employed by a school, college or university; updating of computer software for others; and conducting public opinion poll surveys for non-business, non-marketing purposes performed by people employed by a school, college or university

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the overproduction of shikimic acid and phenolic compounds in fruit and vegetable crops, by means of the combined post-harvest application of abiotic stresses and glyphosate to fruit and vegetable crops in order to produce bioactive compounds of wide-ranging interest and commercial value. The carrot (Daucus carota) was used as the fruit and vegetable crop model. The process can be used to produce and store shikimic acid (AS) and a wide variety of phenolic compounds (CF) in the treated fruit and vegetable crop. There was an increase of more than 1000% in the concentration of shikimic acid and other compounds overproduced and stored as a result of the application of this technology in relation to concentrations in untreated fruit and vegetable crops. The stressed fruit and vegetable crops can be subsequently processed in order to extract and purify the bioactive compounds of interest.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 51/42 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives

Abstract

The invention relates to a biologically inspired artificial olfactory method and system designed in such a way that it has at least one partition with at least two nostrils, each nostril being designed with particular characteristics. This artificial nose allows the detection of the direction of origin of a smell. The partition is used to separate the air flows outside the olfactory system. In this way, the environment can be measured in two different positions at the same time. These measurements reflect different reaction times and concentrations, and can therefore be used to calculate the direction of origin of the smell. Each nostril has an air chamber that allows the performance of the main biological processes that take place inside the nose. These processes are: inhalation, division, conduction, sensing, processing, transformation of air or filtering of smells and expulsion.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular thermal insulation system based on a mixture of organic and inorganic compounds, shaped to reduce heat transfer between the building interior and the exterior. The system based on a mixture of organic and inorganic compounds consists of a prismatic rigid planar container formed by a plastic material, a metal material or a combination of both and containing a first layer in the form of a porous mixture of organic and inorganic compounds that is located on an anchoring base structure formed by at least: a film of plastic resins disposed on top of a thermal insulating material forming the layer that is in contact with a rigid base, as well as a set of anchoring elements, and a set of elements for increasing the distance between the base element and the ceiling or wall.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01G 9/02 - Receptacles, e.g. flower-pots or boxes Glasses for cultivating flowers

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for obtaining porous hollow fibres having molecularly imprinted spheres embedded therein, said method comprising the steps of: simultaneously and independently injecting a doping solution and a pore forming solution into an extrusion die; extruding or spinning porous hollow fibres; coagulating the porous hollow fibres that leave step (b) in an aqueous solution with an aqueous solution having a temperature between 15°C -25°C; winding the flexible porous hollow fibres coagulated in step (c); leaving them to dry and storing same under vacuum conditions. The resulting porous hollow fibres are used to form filtration modules in which a plurality of fibres are disposed longitudinally and in parallel. The filtration modules can be assembled together to form filtering devices intended, in a preferred example, for gradual blood purification and the subsequent qualitative and/or quantitative identification of the molecules retained in the first filter of each filtering module. The invention also relates to the operating method of the filtering device.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 71/68 - PolysulfonesPolyethersulfones

Abstract

It is sometimes necessary to move goods or people from one plane to another, for example, to lift a load onto a pick-up truck, to load a van with miscellaneous materials or to enable a person in a wheelchair to go up steps using a ramp that is placed over the steps. For this purpose, the invention provides an automatic loading/unloading ramp that is compact and easy to install. In addition to being automatic, once installed, the ramp can be controlled remotely. The ramp is easy to control and maintain given that it only requires a motor and a simple pulley and rail system. Finally, since the length of the ramp can be varied, the angle of the final slope of the ramp can be modified, so that it can be more or less steep depending on the intended use or the space available.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60P 1/43 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading using a loading ramp mounted on the vehicle
• B65G 69/28 - Loading rampsLoading docks
• A61G 3/06 - Transfer using ramps, lifts or the like

Abstract

The invention relates to a dielectric mineral oil composition for a transformer, formed by at least one dielectric mineral oil and graphene nanoflakes decorated with metal nanoparticles and/or ceramic nanoparticles. The dielectric mineral oil composition has improved thermal conductivity and stability.

IPC Classes  ?

• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes

Abstract

The invention relates to a dielectric mineral oil composition for a transformer, formed by at least one dielectric mineral oil and graphene nanoflakes decorated with metal nanoparticles and/or ceramic nanoparticles. The dielectric mineral oil composition has improved thermal conductivity and stability.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• C01B 31/00 - Carbon; Compounds thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the processing of carotenoid-accumulating foodstuffs of plant origin under high hydrostatic pressures, with the aim of increasing the phytonutrient content thereof. The method consists in applying a treatment with high hydrostatic pressure, under pressures of between 50 and 200 MPa over a period of 30-60 minutes, and subsequent storing the carotenoid-accumulating foodstuff of plant origin for between 2 and 4 days. The method according to the present invention generates oxidative stress (production of H202 and MDA) in the pressurised cells, without damaging the metabolic capacity thereof (the ribosomal RNA remains intact). The exposure of the cells of the tissue of foodstuffs of plant origin to the pressurisation stress and the subsequent storage thereof induces changes in the expression of genes and proteins of the metabolism producing phytochemicals and increases the concentration of at least one of the phytochemicals related to oxidative stress response. The pressurisation method of the present invention increases the concentration of lycopene by 1000% compared to the control stored for 2 days.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 3/015 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by treatment with pressure variation, shock, acceleration or shear stress

Abstract

agave extract with antioxidant and chemopreventive properties.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/353 - 3,4-Dihydrobenzopyrans, e.g. chroman, catechin
• A61K 36/88 - Liliopsida (monocotyledons)

Abstract

An invention in the field of apparatuses for generating electrical signals for uses in microfluidic devices is presented with the method for controlling said apparatuses, which separates particles suspended in fluidic samples, and, unlike other generators, the invention presented allows independent signal sequences in the output channels thereof, which provides greater versatility in the experiments. A device for generating electrical stimuli for microfluidic devices and the method for controlling said device, characterized in that the device comprises: a module for generating control signals which is coupled to a microcontroller coupled at least to four blocks for generating controlled waves, with each block being connected to a wave receiver, and with said device being fed by a first and a second power source, in order to separate particles suspended in fluidic samples.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers
• B81B 7/02 - Microstructural systems containing distinct electrical or optical devices of particular relevance for their function, e.g. microelectro-mechanical systems [MEMS]

Abstract

The invention relates to a method and system for the chemical treatment of dust from an electric-arc furnace, which is contained in the gases formed in said electric furnace during the steelmaking process, in order to reduce the water solubility of the metal oxides contained in said dust, and thus to reduce the environmental problems due to the toxicity of same. The method includes extracting the high-temperature gases that contain the dust from said furnace in addition to carbon dioxide; placing the gases that contain dust in contact with a first stream of water in a first contact container in order to draw the dust from the gases into said stream of water; extracting the stream of water that carries said dust and feeding same into a second container such as to form a mixture of said powders with water having a controlled alkalinity of 7.5 to 8.5; extracting from said second container a stream of the mixture of dust and water formed by said first stream of water, and feeding said mixture of water and dust into said first container in order to place in contact and promote the reaction between the dust contained in said stream of water and the carbon dioxide contained in the gases extracted from the electric furnace.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21C 5/52 - Manufacture of steel in electric furnaces
• C21B 13/12 - Making spongy iron or liquid steel, by direct processes in electric furnaces

Abstract

An interface device for removing fluid from a surgical site by shaping the interface device in situ to place a set of openings, which are in fluid communication with a connection port adapted for connection to a vacuum source, in contact with at least a portion of the surgical site. This interface device having a connection port with a connection opening for connection to a vacuum source; a multiplicity of openings located on an exterior of the interface device and in fluid communication through the interface device to the connection port so that fluid may be drawn into the openings and removed by vacuum; and the interface device is adapted to allow a set of one or more hands to at least partially conform the interface device to at least a portion of the surgical site to place at least some of the multiplicity of openings in proximity to fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61M 1/00 - Suction or pumping devices for medical purposesDevices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body-liquidsDrainage systems
• A61F 13/00 - Bandages or dressingsAbsorbent pads
• A61M 3/02 - EnemataIrrigators
• A61M 27/00 - Drainage appliances for wounds, or the like
• A61F 13/02 - Adhesive bandages or dressings

Abstract

The invention relates to an electromechanical system which contains a ramp module having variable incline and a stair module having variable stair height for lower-limb rehabilitation in humans which can be used simultaneously. The two modules are mechanically connected to a central platform, the height of which is defined by an electronic central control module. The movement is generated by a mechanism of crossheads that raises the central platform, thus modifying the relative height and angle of inclination of the stair and ramp modules. The system includes two handrail systems, one for children and one for adults, the length of which can vary according to the inclination of the ramp and the height of the stairs.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61H 3/00 - Appliances for aiding patients or disabled persons to walk about

Abstract

The present invention relates to extracts from Persea sp. (avocado) enriched in bioactive compounds which can be used as antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting agents, the process for obtaining the extracts, acetogenins and isolated molecules and methods for using the extracts enriched in bioactive compounds for providing antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 65/24 - Lauraceae [Laurel family], e.g. laurel, avocado, sassafras, cinnamon or camphor
• A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
• A23L 3/3472 - Compounds of undetermined constitution obtained from animals or plants
• A23L 3/3517 - Carboxylic acid esters
• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61K 36/54 - Lauraceae (Laurel family), e.g. cinnamon or sassafras
• A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics
• C07C 69/16 - Acetic acid esters of dihydroxylic compounds

Abstract

The present invention relates to extracts from Persea sp. (avocado) enriched in bioactive compounds which can be used as antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting agents, the process for obtaining the extracts, acetogenins and isolated molecules and methods for using the extracts enriched in bioactive compounds for providing antimicrobial, antibacterial or spore germination inhibiting effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/97 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution from algae, fungi, lichens or plantsCosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution from derivatives thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to a system for the detection and recording of human movement, but which can also be used for animals and other biological systems. The system includes a sub-system for deploying and managing information, as well as allowing said information to be processed and transmitted to external computer equipment. The system is characterised in that it uses micro electro-mechanical sensors (such as micro-accelerometers) in order to take measurements, using a sensor positioning arrangement which, combined with the negligible weight of said sensors, does not interfere with the movement of the subject being studied or, consequently, the measurements. The sensors are coupled to the subject being studied by means of interchangeable couplers that allow varied attachment configurations so that they can be placed on practically any part of the body. The system is a biomechanical measurement device intended for use in the health field, but which would also be suitable for use in the field of research.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01P 15/08 - Measuring accelerationMeasuring decelerationMeasuring shock, i.e. sudden change of acceleration by making use of inertia forces with conversion into electric or magnetic values

Abstract

In the present invention a process is described for the production of L-lactate through fermentation of whey with Lactococcus lactis subspecies lactis. Said process comprises (a) the stage of inoculation of the culture medium with Lactococcus lactis subspecies lactis, (b) the stage of production and accumulation of L-lactate in the culture medium, and (c) the stage of extraction of a given volume of fermented broth from the biological reactor. Fermentation in the culture medium takes place at a constant temperature lying in the range from 22 to 29°C, under strict anaerobic conditions and at a pH in the range from 5 to 6. Such operating conditions determine the homofermentative pathway of Lactococcus lactis subspecies lactis, in this manner preventing the generation of byproducts differing from the L-lactate, permitting total use of the lactose, preventing the accumulation of glucose and galactose in the fermented culture medium. Finally, the fermented culture medium is recovered from the fermentation vessel having a minimum concentration of L-lactate of 20 g/l and an optical purity exceeding 90%, together with a concentration not exceeding 0.3 g/l of byproducts differing from L-lactic acid and/or any of the monosaccharides constituting lactose.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/56 - Lactic acid

Abstract

The invention relates to the covalent modification of proteins for the instantaneous visualisation and subsequent characterisation thereof. The modification is produced by nucleophilic addition of a dye with a functional group, for example a vinyl group that reacts with the amino groups of the protein, preferably the lysine amino acids of the peptide sequence, the dye optionally having at least another functional group, for example a sulphate group that acts as an ionisable functional group to increase the water-solubility of the stain, and subsequently to increase the solubility of the peptides, influencing the mass spectometry ionisation thereof. The dye is preferably Uniblue A.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids
• G01N 27/62 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating the ionisation of gases, e.g. aerosolsInvestigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating electric discharges, e.g. emission of cathode
• C09B 62/505 - Anthracene dyes

Abstract

The present invention relates to a group of recombinant proteins (generally referred to in the present document as HA50-274-H1N1) which can be expressed in E. coli, which contain a hemagglutinin (HA) fragment of the H1N1/2009 influenza A virus in the sequence thereof and which exhibit immunogenic and protective activity against influenza infection in mammals. This fragment corresponds to the region between amino acid 50 and amino acid 274 of H1N1/2009 influenza A virus hemagglutinin (SEQ ID No. 1). The invention also relates to a plurality of clones capable of expressing said group of immunogenic and protective proteins, for example clones such as E. coli BL21 (DE3) pLysS C41 deposited at the ATCC® under patent deposit designation PTA-10320. The invention further relates to the use of said proteins as vaccines or ingredients in formulations for vaccines against H1N1/2009 influenza A infection or seasonal influenza infection. In addition, the invention relates to a method whereby HA50-274-H1N1 protein variants can be produced with a suitable level of biological activity (specific recognition of human serum antibodies in patients convalescing from H1N1/2009 influenza A, specific immunogenic activity in mammals, protective activity in mammalian cell cultures and animal models) and a sufficient level of purity for industrial use.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/11 - Orthomyxoviridae, e.g. influenza virus
• A61K 39/145 - Orthomyxoviridae, e.g. influenza virus

Abstract

The present invention is a novel system that incorporates a solar collector system with direct radiation concentrated using Fresnel lenses. This system accumulates solar energy and uses that energy to heat domestic water. The system comprises a Fresnel lens, two tanks (one inside the other), a copper coil through which the domestic water circulates and which surrounds the inner tank, and thermal insulation for the outer tank. The Fresnel lens directly concentrates the sun's rays onto the exposed glass surface on the upper part of the outer tank. The inside of the main tank houses another smaller tank containing air and the lower part of the latter tank is black in colour, allowing the solar energy to be absorbed more efficiently and the heat generated to be transmitted to the water in the space between the inner and outer tanks. The main tank is thermally insulated with a layer of glass fibre, preventing the heat concentrated in the tank from escaping therefrom. The advantage over other systems is that the entire system is incorporated in one structure that includes the tank with the hot water.

IPC Classes  ?

• F24J 2/08 - having lenses as concentrating elements
• F24J 2/04 - Solar heat collectors having working fluid conveyed through collector
• F24D 17/00 - Domestic hot-water supply systems
• F24J 2/34 - having heat storage mass

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for depositing thin films of multi-components and nanostructures. Various parameters are controlled during the method in order to produce the structure of the thin films: the residence time of the mixture of gases in the reactor is controlled by the pump velocity, and direct current (DC) or radiofrequency (RF) sources are used to generate the plasma. Furthermore, the combination of three non-balanced magnetrons enables the alternate emission of elements that configure the multi-component and nanostructured films. The method is monitored by means of an optical emission spectrometer (OES) and a Langmuir probe (LP), the OES enabling the emission corresponding to the electronic transitions of atoms and molecules in the plasma to be monitored. The emissions take place in the visible, infrared and ultraviolet domain. Relations between the spectral networks of various elements have been identified, which guarantee structural characteristics of the thin films. The LP has enabled operating conditions to be identified by means of the measurement of the temperature of the electrons and the measurement of the density of the electrons; in the prototype, it has been decided to carry out this measurement in important significant points in the method.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 14/35 - Sputtering by application of a magnetic field, e.g. magnetron sputtering

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing polyolefin plastic films having an antimicrobial activity, capable of inhibiting food pathogens upon coming into direct contact with the surface of the food. The method consists in anchoring essential oils of oregano and thyme, by way of antimicrobial additives, to the surface of the plastic film, prior to ionisation of the film surface by means of irradiation with an electron beam. The invention also relates to the antimicrobial plastic film produced from polyolefin polymers and obtained by this method and to the use of same in order to produce food storage containers.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29D 7/01 - Films or sheets
• B05D 3/06 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to radiation
• A01N 65/22 - Lamiaceae or Labiatae [Mint family], e.g. thyme, rosemary, skullcap, selfheal, lavender, perilla, pennyroyal, peppermint or spearmint
• A01N 25/08 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of applicationSubstances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests containing solids as carriers or diluents
• B65D 81/28 - Applications of food preservatives, fungicides, pesticides or animal repellants
• B65D 65/42 - Applications of coated or impregnated materials
• A23L 3/00 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs
• A23B 4/10 - Coating with a protective layerCompositions or apparatus therefor

Abstract

The present invention comprises a contact heat exchanger, the purpose of which is to transfer heat from a solar energy collector system to a Stirling motor, a Brayton closed-cycle turbine, or any other element capable of converting external thermal energy into mechanical or electrical energy, reducing heat loss. The heat exchanger comprises a calorific energy sensor which coincides with a mobile valve from which a perpendicular raised edge projects from the central axis thereof in order to allow the mobile valve to move. There is a fixed valve after the mobile valve, and surrounding both valves, there appears an insulating ring; at the same time, these are girded by the first section of a protective part which hooks to a second section of the protective part which holds a heat transfer piece encircled by a second insulating ring. Said ring has a cleft on the free end thereof allowing the ring to join to a Stirling motor. The pieces of the device are supported by means of a central circular perforation through which the pieces are joined to the leading bolt.

IPC Classes  ?

• F03G 6/00 - Devices for producing mechanical power from solar energy
• F02G 1/043 - Hot gas positive-displacement engine plants of closed-cycle type the engine being operated by expansion and contraction of a mass of working gas which is heated and cooled in one of a plurality of constantly communicating expansible chambers, e.g. Stirling cycle type engines

Abstract

The invention relates to a system comprising an optoelectronic modulator device and demodulator device for establishing communication between optical communication systems by means of differential modulation with eight phase changes. Said system can increase the information transmission capacity by up to three times that of a system with two phase changes. The modulation formats transmittable by the system are called: NRZ-D8PSK, RZ-D8PSK, D8PSK. The invention also relates to the design of the modulator which is formed by a differential modulation precoder and optical signal phase modulators, in which the signals leaving the precoder control the phase modulators in order to perform differential modulation with eight phase changes in relation to the optical signal originating from a semiconductor laser. The invention further relates to the design of a demodulator positioned at the terminal end of the communication system, formed by three receiver branches each containing different electronic devices used for the electronic processing of the signals received.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04B 10/00 - Transmission systems employing electromagnetic waves other than radio-waves, e.g. infrared, visible or ultraviolet light, or employing corpuscular radiation, e.g. quantum communication

Abstract

The invention relates to a suction compress comprising a flexible body with a rough outer surface having two thin faces of identical geometric configuration. The ventral face includes a plurality of holes and the outer surface of the dorsal face includes a flexible handle. The two faces define therebetween a cavity provided straight raised patterns directed towards a predetermined point on the periphery, whereat a coupling is located along the same axis of the structure, said coupling being connected to a vacuum source in order to extract liquids or to a liquid source in order to irrigate said liquids in a controlled manner through the holes in the ventral surface. The suction compress provides the advantages of a suction cannula as well as those of a compress or gauze, while minimising the disadvantages associated with said devices taken separately.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61F 13/02 - Adhesive bandages or dressings
• A61M 27/00 - Drainage appliances for wounds, or the like
• A61L 15/16 - Bandages, dressings or absorbent pads for physiological fluids such as urine or blood, e.g. sanitary towels, tampons

Abstract

The invention relates to novel multifunctional dendrimer structures with a high loading capacity. Said dendrimer structures include a nucleus having at least a first generation or an end generation covalently bonded thereto. The first generation is formed by at least two of the following structures, namely: a spacer, a load, a branching element. In addition, a plurality of sequences (known as intermediary generations) with at least two of the aforementioned structures can be joined to the first generation. The terminal generation is formed by at least three of the following structures, namely: a spacer, a load, a branching element and a terminal.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 59/00 - Polycondensates containing more than one epoxy group per moleculeMacromolecules obtained by reaction of epoxy polycondensates with monofunctional low-molecular-weight compoundsMacromolecules obtained by polymerising compounds containing more than one epoxy group per molecule using curing agents or catalysts which react with the epoxy groups
• C07C 229/00 - Compounds containing amino and carboxyl groups bound to the same carbon skeleton

Abstract

The proposed invention is an in-situ system for aerobic heat treatment of biodegradable organic waste, comprising a bioreactor made up of a dish-shaped decomposition chamber. The decomposition chamber has a lid at the top through which an air extraction device is connected. The air extraction device enables fresh air to enter the decomposition chamber and a preparation for a device supplies the biodegradable organic waste. The decomposition chamber is also connected to a system of pipes which convey a hot fluid from the supply tank into a plurality of minitubes located longitudinally on the inner perimeter of the decomposition chamber, and into a shaft that forms part of the mixing mechanism. A centrifugal pump conveys the same fluid, which is now “cold”, from inside the minitubes and shaft to a solar collector, to heat it, before delivering it to a storage tank for subsequent recirculation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/02 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with agitation meansApparatus for enzymology or microbiology with heat exchange means
• B09B 3/00 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless
• C05F 17/02 - Apparatus therefor
• C05F 17/00 - Preparation of fertilisers characterised by biological or biochemical treatment steps, e.g. composting or fermentation

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for taking a liquid bone marrow sample (aspiration) and a solid bone sample (biopsy) in the same procedure, which can thus replace specialized needles for taking bone marrow and needles exclusively used for taking bone biopsies. The device for taking liquid bone marrow samples and a solid bone sample has a simple mechanism that uses two grooved clamps, it is easy to disassemble for sterilization and its handle is designed to perform the puncture easily. The needle of the device is hollow, and within it a guide is placed with two sections of different diameters. The guide makes it possible to open up the empty needle channel to allow the bone marrow liquid to flow and be extracted, and also to close the channel to be able to penetrate the tissue. The purpose of this invention is to combine the procedures of bone marrow aspiration and bone biopsy, thus reducing the patient's discomfort and the time needed for the procedure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 10/00 - Instruments for taking body samples for diagnostic purposesOther methods or instruments for diagnosis, e.g. for vaccination diagnosis, sex determination or ovulation-period determinationThroat striking implements
• A61B 10/02 - Instruments for taking cell samples or for biopsy

Abstract

Porphyridium cruentum biomass first undergoes a stage of cellular disruption and subsequently stages of recovery and purification in order to achieve the purified B-phycoerythin (BFE) protein dye, using isoelectric precipitation and two-aqueous-phase systems. The steps of recovery and purification include isoelectric precipitation followed by a step of liquid/liquid extraction by means of two-aqueous-phase systems that use polyethylene glycol (PEG) and phosphate salts. The BFE protein dye obtained in the two-aqueous-phase extraction step undergoes an ultrafiltration step in order to remove the polymer (PEG) and to obtain a dye with a purity greater than 4.0 defined as the relationship between the absorbencies at 545 and 280 nm (BFE purity=Abs 545 nm/Abs 280 nm).

IPC Classes  ?

• C21P 21/00 -