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Erin Bauknight, Seneca, SC US
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| 20080295604 | Method and systems for measuring blade deformation in turbines - A method for determining the radial deformation of a blade in a turbine that includes: 1) taking an initial measurement of the blade with one or more proximity sensors disposed around the circumference of a stage of blades; 2) after the initial measurement, taking a second measurement of the blade with the one or more proximity sensors; 3) making a determination of the radial deformation of the blade by comparing the initial measurement to the second measurement. The initial measurement and the second measurement may be taken while the turbine is operating. | 12-04-2008 |
Erin Corstanje, Hull GB
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| 20090098060 | Aerosol Compositions - An aerosol composition comprising: 0.01 wt % to 1.00 wt % sodium borate; 0.01 wt % to 1.50 wt % polyglycerol ester surfactant; <30 wt % propellant; and 67.5 wt % to 85.0 wt % water. Methods of manufacture of an aerosol air freshener are also described wherein the aerosol composition further comprises a fragrance. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20120111446 | Spraying Device and Refill Therefor - A spraying device with a replaceable refill of fluid therein is described, wherein: the refill comprises a body forming a reservoir for the fluid, a valve stem at an upper portion of the body and a spray head wherein said spray head has a neck portion and a nozzle portion, in said neck portion is an inlet section attached to the valve stem and in said nozzle portion is a fluid exit orifice for directing, in use, sprayed fluid; and the device comprises an outer housing adapted to receive the refill therein, the outer housing is provided with an aperture suitable for permitting, in use, the spraying of the fluid from the fluid exit orifice of the spray head therethrough, the device comprises actuation means configured for periodic actuation of the refill, the device further comprises an inner housing adapted to receive at least a portion of the spray head therein, and the device is provided with detection means within the inner housing configured to distinguish between at least one area of lower reflectance and at least one area of relatively higher reflectance on the spray head of said refill; and characterised in that the detection means are directed toward either a right side or a left side of the neck portion of a spray head and a corresponding side of the neck portion of said spray head is provided with said at least one area of lower reflectance and at least one area of higher reflectance. Methods of operation of such a spraying device are also described. | 05-10-2012 |
Erin Crowgey, Wilmington, DE US
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| 20090210970 | Plant Genomic DNA Flanking SPT Event and Methods for Identifying SPT Event - Compositions and methods related to transgenic plants comprising seed production technology are provided. Specifically, maize plants having a E6611.32.1.38 event which confers seed production technology are provided. The plant harboring the E6611.32.1.38 event at the recited chromosomal location comprises the genomic/transgene junctions described. The plant genomic DNA flanking the integrated E6611.32.1.38 event can be used to design assays that will be specific for the E6611.32.1.38 event. The characterization of the genomic insertion site of the E6611.32.1.38 event provides for an enhanced breeding efficiency and enables the use of molecular markers to track the transgene insert in the breeding populations and progeny thereof. Various methods and compositions for the identification, detection, and use of the maize E6611.32.1.38 event are provided. | 08-20-2009 |
Erin Danyi, Nicholasville, KY US
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| 20080255495 | Tampon with flexible panels - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element having a longitudinal axis and is in fluid communication with at least one flexible panel. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20090171310 | Fluid Management Device with Fluid Transport Element for use within a Body - A fluid management device for use in a mammalian body has at least one fluid transport element capable of interfacing with a mammalian body element to provide a substantially uninterrupted fluid conduit. The fluid conduit provides a fluid path between at least one fluid transport element and the storage element. A distal portion of the at least one fluid transport element is capable of extending away from the fluid storage element, and the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of less than about 10 g | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090177173 | INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element having a longitudinal axis and is in fluid communication with at least one fluid transport element. The at least one fluid transport element has a first plate having an outwardly oriented surface and an inwardly oriented surface and a second plate coupled to the first plate. The second plate has a first surface disposed and maintained in facing relationship with the inwardly oriented surface of the first plate and an opposite surface. The second plate is capable of separating from the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action. The at least one fluid transport element is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element. | 07-09-2009 |
Erin Derbins, Ponchatoula, LA US
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| 20090155563 | Mesoporous Metal Oxide Microspheres and Method for Forming Same - The present disclosure provides a method for forming populations of monodisperse porous silica particles. Also provided are monodisperse populations of porous silica particles, an array of physically connected monodisperse porous silica particles and a microfluidic device for forming populations of monodisperse porous silica particles. | 06-18-2009 |
Erin Divers, Forest, VA US
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| 20090035843 | LIQUID MYCORRHIZA COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to liquid mycorrhiza compositions and to methods for colonizing a plant, grass, tree or shrub with one or more mycorrhizas. | 02-05-2009 |
Erin Engelkrout, San Luis Obispo, CA US
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| 20090217418 | Means and methods of controlling plant seed germination - A method of controlling germination of seed is provided in which a nucleic acid encoding a protein which causes inhibition of germination is transformed into a plant, operably linked with a promoter that expresses during germination. The protein is one in which a restoring substance can be applied to the seed and restores germination. Also provided is an amylase germination preferred promoter. | 08-27-2009 |
Erin Finehout, Kensington, MD US
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| 20090075395 | MULTIPLEXED BIOMARKERS FOR MONITORING THE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE STATE OF A SUBJECT - The present invention relates to a method for diagnosing a subject's Alzheimer's disease state. The method involves providing a database containing information relating to protein expression levels associated and not associated with Alzheimer's disease. The database includes information relating to at least a majority of the following proteins: albumin, alpha-1-antitrypsin, apolipoprotin E, apolipoprotein J, complement component 3, contactin, fibrin beta, Ig heavy chain, Ig light chain, neuronal pentraxin receptor, plasminogen, proSAAS, retinol-binding protein, transthyretin, and vitamin D binding protein. Information relating to proteins found in one or more cerebrospinal fluid samples from a subject is also provided and a database is used to analyze the information from the subject to diagnose the subject's Alzheimer's disease state. Also disclosed is a computer readable medium and a system, both useful in carrying out the present invention. | 03-19-2009 |
Erin Gainer, Paris FR
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| 20090192130 | Method for Treating Uterine Fibroids - The invention relates to a method for treating uterine fibroids, which method comprises administering to a patient in need thereof, an effective amount of 17α-acetoxy-11β-[4-N,N-dimethylamino-phenyl)-19-norpregna-4,9-diene-3,20-dione (ulipristal) or any metabolite thereof. More particularly, the method is useful for reducing or stopping bleeding in a patient afflicted with uterine fibroids, and/or for reducing the size of uterine fibroids. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20100144692 | Ulipristal Acetate Tablets - The invention relates to a pharmaceutical tablet for oral administration comprising ulipristal acetate together with the following excipients: a diluent in an amount of 60 to 95 wt %, a binding agent in an amount of 1 to 10 wt %, croscarmellose sodium in an amount of 1 to 10 wt %, and magnesium stearate in an amount of 0 to 5 wt %. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100261693 | METHOD FOR TREATING CUSHING'S SYNDROME - The invention relates to a method for treating Cushing's syndrome in a patient, which method comprises administering the patient with a pharmaceutical composition comprising a glucocorticoid receptor antagonist, at least twice a day, or an extended-release composition of a glucocorticoid receptor antagonist, or a combination of a glucocorticoid receptor antagonist and a inhibitor of cortisol synthesis. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20110136770 | Method for Providing Emergency Contraception - The invention provides a method for providing emergency contraception in a female subject, comprising providing the subject with a therapeutically effective amount of ulipristal acetate in an oral dosage form before, during or after a meal. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110245211 | METHOD FOR CONTRACEPTION - The invention relates to a method of contraception, which method comprises administering to a woman in need thereof an emergency contraception during one or two days, followed by a prolonged low dosage contraceptive treatment until next menstrual period. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20120077790 | Ulipristal Acetate Tablets - The invention relates to a pharmaceutical tablet for oral administration comprising ulipristal acetate together with the following excipients: at least one diluent in an amount of 50 to 98.5 wt %, at least one binding agent in an amount of 0 to 10 wt %, at least one disintegrating agent in an amount of 0.5 to 10 wt %, and at least one lubricant in an amount of 0 to 10 wt %. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120115802 | Method for using ulipristal acetate with cytochrome isozyme modulators - The invention relates to a method of using ulipristal acetate or a metabolite thereof for providing contraception or for treating a patient's condition, comprising providing a patient with ulipristal acetate or a metabolite thereof, and informing the patient or a medical care worker that ulipristal acetate or a metabolite thereof affects activity of a cytochrome p450 isozyme, and that administration of ulipristal acetate or a metabolite thereof with a substance that affects activity of a cytochrome p450 isozyme can affect plasma concentration, safety, efficacy or any combination thereof of ulipristal acetate or a metabolite thereof, the substance, or both. | 05-10-2012 |
Erin Glines, Irvine, CA US
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| 20100042147 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REPAIRING OR REPLACING CHORDAE TENDINAE - A method and apparatus for performing mitral valve chordal repair on a patient include attaching at least one filament to a mitral valve leaflet and to a papillary muscle. A first end of a filament can be attached to the mitral valve leaflet and the length of the filament can be adjusted by adjusting the tension of the filament in a catheter. The second end of the filament can be attached to an attachment site. | 02-18-2010 |
Erin Green-Trexler, Sanatoga, PA US
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| 20110144311 | METHODS FOR PURIFYING ANTIBODIES USING PROTEIN A AFFINITY CHROMATOGRAPHY - This invention provides a method for purifying a monomeric monoclonal antibody which comprises contacting the sample, wherein the sample comprises the monomeric monoclonal antibody, host cell impurities, dimers, and higher order aggregates, with a Protein A affinity chromatography column; eluting the monomeric monoclonal antibody from the Protein A affinity chromatography column with an elution buffer; and collecting one or more fractions of the monomeric monoclonal antibody to form a Protein A product pool, wherein the product pool comprises less than 5% higher order aggregate, and has a pH from about 3.2 to about 4.5, thereby purifying the monomeric monoclonal antibody from the sample. This invention also provides a method for purifying a monomeric monoclonal antibody which comprises eluting with acetate or citrate, optionally in the presence of amino acids. This invention also provides a method for purifying a monomeric monoclonal antibody which comprises conducting the method within certain temperature ranges. | 06-16-2011 |
Erin Grope, Ball Ground, GA US
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| 20120111213 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DECORATED SOLID PARTS FROM A TRANSFER FILM AND A FIXTURE FOR FACILITATING THE PROCESS - A process for adhering a decorative pattern to a flat or multi-dimensional solid involves a heat transfer powder that is sprayed or brushed onto the surface to which the image is to be applied. A design in sublimate ink is placed on a transfer film. The ink particles convert directly to gas without passing through a liquid state. The gas converts directly to a solid upon cooling filling in the gaps or pores in the heat transfer polymer. A rigid fixture is provided which has a top, front and sides onto to which solid to be decorated are snugly fit by the fixture. A solid cap which may have a soft felt-type material on the inside, which is designed to push the film in tight and level contact with the solid surface to which the design is to be imprinted may be used. | 05-10-2012 |
Erin Heuchlow, Laveen, AZ US
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| 20110004562 | Method and System for Delivering Shipping Information - The invention relates generally to logistics systems and methods. In particular, the present invention relates to a method and a corresponding computer system for delivering shipping information, comprising—automatically detecting that a user at a front-end of a telephone channel is eligible to receive information about a shipment still in transit to the user; —obtaining user information by an IVR (Interactive Voice Response) interface; —obtaining shipping information associated with said shipment; —based on said shipping information automatically generating a telephony message incorporating the current status of the shipment and sending it to the user. | 01-06-2011 |
Erin Hilbun, Denton, TX US
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| 20080213878 | Novel human membrane proteins and polynucleotides encoding the same - Novel human polynucleotide and polypeptide sequences are disclosed that can be used in therapeutic, diagnostic, and pharmacogenomic applications. | 09-04-2008 |
Erin Lavik, Cleveland Heights, OH US
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| 20100261646 | SUSTAINED INTRAOCULAR DELIVERY OF DRUGS FROM BIODEGRADABLE POLYMERIC MICROPARTICLES - Biodegradable polymeric microparticle compositions containing one or more active agents, especially those useful for treating or preventing or one or more diseases or disorders of the eye, and methods of making and using thereof, are described. The microsphere compositions release an effective amount of the one or more active agents for a period greater than 14 days in vivo, preferably greater than 60 days in vivo, more preferably up to 73 days in vivo, more preferably greater than 90 days in vivo, even more preferably over 100 days in vivo, and most preferably greater than 107 days in vivo. In a preferred embodiment, the microparticle compositions contain one or more active agents useful for managing elevated intraocular pressure (TOP) in the eye. In one embodiment, the microspheres are formed from polylactide-co-glycolide (“PLGA”); in another embodiment, the microspheres are formed from a blend PLGA and poly lactic acid (“PLA”). Relatively hydrophilic, and preferably carboxylated, polymeric materials such as PLGA are used for a drug such as timolol maleate, which is relatively water soluble, to increase drug loading. Higher molecular weight polymers, as well as the ratio of LA (which has a longer degradation time, up to one to two years) to GA (which has a short degradation time, as short as a few days to a week), are used to provide release over a longer period of time. The combination of drug loading and release rate, as well as the minimization of initial burst release, result in prolonged release of a higher amount of drug. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20110206773 | SUSTAINED DELIVERY OF DRUGS FROM BIODEGRADABLE POLYMERIC MICROPARTICLES - Biodegradable polymeric microparticle compositions containing one or more active agents, especially those useful for treating or preventing or one or more diseases or disorders of the eye, and methods of making and using thereof, are described. The microsphere compositions release an effective amount of the one or more active agents for a period greater than 14 days in vivo, preferably greater than 60 days in vivo, more preferably up to 73 days in vivo, more preferably greater than 90 days in vivo, even more preferably over 100 days in vivo, and most preferably greater than 107 days in vivo. In a preferred embodiment, the microparticle compositions contain one or more active agents such as AG1478 to induce nerve regeneration, specifically regeneration of the optic nerve useful for managing elevated intraocular pressure (TOP) in the eye. | 08-25-2011 |
Erin Marsee, Nicholasville, KY US
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| 20100121301 | Method of using intravaginal device with fluid transport plates - A method of capturing bodily fluid in a mammalian body includes inserting the fluid management device into the mammalian body and transporting bodily fluid. The bodily fluid is transferred via at least one fluid transport element that is capable of interfacing with a mammalian body element to provide a substantially uninterrupted fluid conduit. The fluid conduit provides a fluid path between at least one fluid transport element and the storage element. A distal portion of the at least one fluid transport element is capable of extending away from the fluid storage element. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100168645 | INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element and at least one fluid transport element in fluid communication with the fluid storage element. The at least one fluid transport element has a first plate and a second plate coupled to the first plate. The second plate is capable of separating from the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action. The at least one fluid transport element is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100192339 | INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element and at least one fluid transport element in fluid communication with the fluid storage element. The at least one fluid transport element has a first plate and a second plate coupled to the first plate. The second plate is capable of separating from the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action. The at least one fluid transport element is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20110301562 | METHOD OF USING AN INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES - A method of capturing bodily fluid intravaginally providing an intravaginal device that has a fluid storage element having a longitudinal axis and is in fluid communication with at least one fluid transport element. The method involves providing at least one fluid transport element that is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element and positioned within a human vagina. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120103529 | INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES AND METHODS OF MAKING - Apparatus for producing an intravaginal device includes a forming tool having an aperture, a male tool having a plurality of forming blades arranged radially about an aperture, at least one bonding element, and at least one moveable pushrod. The forming tool includes a holding plate having a plurality of vacuum ports, and the aperture of the forming tool is located in the forming plate. The aperture of the forming tool has a plurality of slots connected to and extending therefrom. The bonding element is moveable toward the aperture in the forming tool. The apertures are aligned along a machine axis to permit the pushrod to move a fluid storage element through each aperture, the forming blades of the male tool are aligned with the slots of the forming tool, and guide edges of the forming blades accommodate a fluid storage element aligned with the aperture of the male tool. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120109094 | INTRAVAGINAL DEVICE WITH FLUID TRANSPORT PLATES AND METHODS OF MAKING - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element and at least one fluid transport element in fluid communication with the fluid storage element. The at least one fluid transport element has a first plate a second plate coupled to the first plate. The second plate is capable of separating from the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action. The at least one fluid transport element is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element. The fluid transport element may substantially envelop the fluid storage element, and it may be attached to the withdrawal end of the fluid storage element, on at least one longitudinal side of the fluid storage element, to itself proximate the withdrawal end of the fluid storage element, and/or to the withdrawal string. | 05-03-2012 |
Erin Marsee (formerly Danyi), Nicholasville, KY US
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| 20090260205 | Methods of Packaging Intravaginal Device - A method of folding a plurality of flexible elements about a central fluid storage element includes of urging an intravaginal device into a folding device; imparting relative rotation between at least a portion of the folding device and the intravaginal device; and contacting the plurality of flexible extensions with the folding device. Wherein the intravaginal device includes a fluid storage element and a plurality of flexible extensions extending therefrom, and the flexible extensions are folded about the fluid storage element in a uniform direction. Alternatively, in place of relative rotation, the flexible extensions are folded by means of guide rails of the folding device. Several apparatus may be employed in this and related methods. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20100069866 | Intravaginal Device with Fluid Transport Plates And Methods of Making - An intravaginal device has a fluid storage element and at least one fluid transport element in fluid communication with the fluid storage element. The at least one fluid transport element has a first plate and a second plate coupled to the first plate. The second plate is capable of separating from the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action. The at least one fluid transport element is bendable about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element. The invention also includes methods and apparatus useful in the production of an intravaginal device. | 03-18-2010 |
Erin Mcphalen, Victoria CA
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| 20100149842 | Low EMI Producing Switch-Mode Power Supply Within An Intelligent Electronic Device - An apparatus for varying the timing of a SMPS, including a microcontroller configured to output a first PWM signal. A converter is coupled to the microcontroller and is configured to receive the first PWM signal and output an analog signal to a SMPS timing capacitor coupled to a SMPS. The analog signal varies the discharge time of the timing capacitor to vary a switching frequency of the SMPS. | 06-17-2010 |
Erin Moore, Imperial, MO US
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| 20100137598 | Process for Preparing Hydrocodone Using a Super Acid - The present disclosure generally relates to a process for converting a fused, tricyclic compound to a fused, tetracyclic compound that includes a furan ring therein. More particularly, the present disclosure related to a process for preparing a hydrocodone compound, or a compound structurally related thereto, and in particular (+)-hydrocodone, by subjecting a structurally corresponding sinomenine starting compound to a super acid-assisted furan ring closure reaction. | 06-03-2010 |
Erin Murphy Matro, Latrobe, PA US
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| 20080319479 | Developmental Pacifier - A Developmental Pacifier is provided to help infants with functional feeding development and to assist with specific developmental problems in young children such as developmental delays, prematurity, gastro-esophageal reflux, autism spectrum disorder, hypotonicity, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, microcephaly, and other sensory integrative dysfunctions. The developmental pacifier of the present invention encourages acceptance of food textures and stimulates oral-motor awareness, and reduces or eliminates functional feeding problems in children. The Developmental Pacifier has a nipple with an upper portion and a base portion, a base, and sensory elements. A series of Developmental Pacifiers with varying sensory elements may be used for certain treatment regimens as prescribed by a medical practitioner, pediatric occupational therapist, or other pediatric specialist. | 12-25-2008 |
| 20110054527 | Developmental Pacifier - A Developmental Pacifier is provided to help infants with functional feeding development and to assist with specific developmental problems in young children such as developmental delays, prematurity, gastro-esophageal reflux, autism spectrum disorder, hypotonicity, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, microcephaly, and other sensory integrative dysfunctions. The developmental pacifier of the present invention encourages acceptance of food textures and stimulates oral-motor awareness, and reduces or eliminates functional feeding problems in children. The Developmental Pacifier has a nipple with an upper portion and a base portion, a base, and sensory elements. A series of Developmental Pacifiers with varying sensory elements may be used for certain treatment regimens as prescribed by a medical practitioner, pediatric occupational therapist, or other pediatric specialist. | 03-03-2011 |
Erin Nishimura, Honolulu, HI US
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| 20100081889 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MONITORING AND EVALUATING INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE - Systems, devices and methods for monitoring and evaluating cognitive effectiveness are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a system of r monitoring cognitive effectiveness can include a central network communicatively couple with a local computing device, which can in turn be communicatively coupled with a portable monitoring device. The portable monitoring device can be located in proximity with a subject and configured to collect data from the subject usable in determining a cognitive effectiveness level. Adaptive methods for determining cognitive performance are also provided. | 04-01-2010 |
Erin Olson, Plymouth, MN US
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| 20090143301 | HIGH CALORIE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT - The invention provides a nutritional supplement comprising a protein source including milk protein isolate and/or canola plant protein, as well as related methods for its production and use in treating a nutritional deficiency in an individual. | 06-04-2009 |
Erin Slaten, Woodland Hills, CA US
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| 20100017904 | Genes and uses for plant improvement - Transgenic seed for crops with improved traits are provided by trait-improving recombinant DNA in the nucleus of cells of the seed where plants grown from such transgenic seed exhibit one or more improved traits as compared to a control plant. Of particular interest are transgenic plants that have increased yield. The present invention also provides recombinant DNA molecules for expression of a protein, and recombinant DNA molecules for suppression of a protein. | 01-21-2010 |
Erin Taraborrelli US
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| 20090304831 | Laxative Composition and Method - An improved laxative composition is provided having efficacy with reduced negative side-effects. The laxative composition is also provided with agents that promote healthy intestinal and liver function, reduce carbohydrate absorption and have antioxidant capacity. A method is also provided for reducing the negative side-effects associated with Anthranoid-based laxative compositions. A method is further provided for increasing the efficacy and/or duration of effect of Anthranoid-based laxative compositions. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20100124587 | Creatine-containing vitamin and mineral composition - A composition and method is provided for supporting multiple aspects of mammalian energy producing systems. Creatine, a key substance for energy production, is provided along with a substance to enhance the uptake of creatine and vitamins and minerals involved in energy metabolism. The compositions may further comprise additional components with anabolic and antioxidant activity. The compositions are suitable for supplementing the diet of individuals engaging in physical activity, particularly intense physical activity. | 05-20-2010 |
Erin Taraborrelli, Oakville CA
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| 20080254049 | Composition for Treatment of Colds and Associated Symptoms - A homeopathically designed composition comprising zinc and dilute amounts of | 10-16-2008 |
| 20080254071 | Homeopathic composition for alleviating allergy symptoms - The present invention is directed towards a homeopathically designed composition comprising effective amounts of | 10-16-2008 |
Erin Tomson, Richmond, CA US
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| 20090109220 | Subsurface Rendering Methods and Apparatus - A method for a computer system includes receiving a three-dimensional model of an object, wherein the object includes a surface region, determining an incident irradiance associated with the surface region, determining a plurality of voxels associated with the three-dimensional model of the object, wherein a first plurality of voxels is associated with the surface region, and wherein a second plurality of voxels is associated with a sub-surface region of the object, associating the incident irradiance with the second plurality of voxels, and determining a subsurface scattering contribution associated with the surface region of the object in response to the incident irradiance associated with the second plurality of voxels. | 04-30-2009 |
| 20090109221 | Translucent Object Rendering Methods and Apparatus - A computer system method includes determining a first surface illumination on an object based upon a respective irradiance, determining a first surface reflection based upon the respective irradiance, determining a second surface illumination on the object based upon a respective irradiance, determining a second surface reflection based upon the respective irradiance, receiving a first weighting for the first illumination and the first reflection value, and a second weighting for the second illumination and the second reflection value, wherein the weightings are different, determining a first surface illumination in response to the first illumination value, the first reflection, and the first weighting, determining a second surface illumination in response to the second illumination value, the second reflection, and the second weighting, and determining an image including the object based on the first surface illumination and the second surface illumination. | 04-30-2009 |
Erin Vitus, East Palo Alto, CA US
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| 20110238147 | MANUAL ACTUATION SYSTEM FOR DEPLOYMENT OF IMPLANT - A system for mechanically deploying intraluminal implants is disclosed. The system is used with an implant that is delivered and/or deployed via a pull wire and includes a handle having a funnel and receiving channel for receiving the pull wire, a slider having a thumb grip and a wedge, and a shuttle having a grabber for grasping the pull wire. The thumb grip is pulled proximally to retract the wedge to cause the grabber to grasp the wire and retract the shuttle but not the wire. An extension spring linked between the slider and the shuttle abruptly pulls the shuttle to retract the pull wire after the slider is fully retracted. | 09-29-2011 |
Erin Wiswall, Danbury, NH US
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| 20120003701 | Heterologous Expression of Termite Cellulases Yeast - The present invention provides for heterologous expression of termite and termite-associated symbiont cellulases. The cellulases can, for example, be codon-optimized and expressed in yeast host cells, such as the yeast | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120040409 | Heterologous Biomass Degrading Enzyme Expression in Thermoanaerobacterium Saccharolyticum - Thermophilic gram-positive anaerobic host cells, for example | 02-16-2012 |
Erin Wolger, San Mateo, CA US
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| 20110236859 | ORAL CARE COMPOSITION CONTAINING OXIDASE ENZYME - Oral care compositions comprising an oxidase, polyethyleneimine, and an orally acceptable carrier are described, along with methods of use thereof. The oral care composition may be applied to a tooth surface to produce peroxide. | 09-29-2011 |
Erin Zahradka, Broomfield, CO US
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| 20090001101 | Powder Dispenser - A powder dispensing device is disclosed according to various embodiments. The powder dispenser includes a gravity bin configured to contain powder with a top opening and a smaller bottom opening. A housing coupled with and located beneath the gravity bin includes a top portion with a dosage portal. The dosage portal of the housing and the bottom opening of the gravity bin are substantially vertically misaligned. A slider that includes a dosage chamber with an opening in both the top surface and the bottom surface is included. The slider is configured to move between a first position and a second position. In the first position the dosage chamber is substantially aligned with the dosage portal of the housing and in the second position the dosage chamber is substantially aligned with the bottom opening of the gravity bin. An actuator moves the slider between the first position and the second position. | 01-01-2009 |