| 09th week of 2015 patent applcation highlights part 37 |
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| 20150056256 | METHOD FOR TREATMENT OF SPIDER SILK-FILAMENT FOR USE AS THREAD OR A COMPOSITION IN THE MANUFACTURE OF COSMETIC, MEDICAL, TEXTILE OR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS SUCH AS BIO-ARTIFICIAL CELL TISSUE OR SKIN BASED ON (RECOMBINANT) SPIDER SILK - A method for the treatment of spider silk filament for use as a thread or composition in the manufacture of cosmetic, medical, textile, and industrial applications, wherein the spider silk filament, derived from genetically modified organisms, is treated with at least one component selected from the group consisting of vitamins, hormones, antioxidants, chelating agents, antibiotics, preserving agents, fragrances, dyes, pigments, magnetic nanoparticles, nanocrystals, cell adhesion enhancers, thermal insulators, shrinkage agents and cosmetic, medical or dermatological active substances. Textile fabrics obtained by this method are stronger, bio-compatible, bio-degradable and have a higher thermal conductivity. Treated spider silk filament can also be applied in an oil-in-water or water-in-oil protective cream that is hypoallergenic and ensures a firmer skin. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056257 | EMULSIFIABLE GRANULE OBTAINABLE BY MIXING AN PESTICIDAL EMULSION WITH SOLID DISPERSANT AND EXTRUDING THE RESULTING PASTE - The present invention relates to a method for preparing an emulsifiable granule comprising the steps of a) emulsifying water with a solution of a pesticide in a water-insoluble solvent, b) contacting the emulsion resulting from step a) and a solid dispersant containing a water-soluble polycarboxylate and a water-soluble anionic surfactant, and c) extruding the paste resulting from step b). The invention further relates to emulsifiable granules containing a water-insoluble solvent, a pesticide, which is dissolved in the water-insoluble solvent, a water-soluble polycarboxylate, and a water-soluble anionic surfactant. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056258 | PARTICULATE WOOD PRESERVATIVE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME - A wood preservative includes injectable particles comprising one or more sparingly soluble copper salts. The copper-based particles are sufficiently insoluble so as to not be easily removed by leaching but are sufficiently soluble to exhibit toxicity to primary organisms primarily responsible for the decay of the wood. Exemplary particles contain for example copper hydroxide, basic copper carbonate, copper carbonate, basic copper sulfates including particularly tribasic copper sulfate, basic copper nitrates, copper oxychlorides, copper borates, basic copper borates, and mixtures thereof. The particles typically have a size distribution in which at least 50% of particles have a diameter smaller than 0.25 μm, 0.2 μm, or 0.15 μm. At least about 20% and even more than 75% of the weight of the particles may be composed of the substantially crystalline copper salt. Wood or a wood product may be impregnated with copper-based particles of the invention. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056259 | ENGINEERED PARTICULATE SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLED RELEASE OF PESTICIDES AND REPELLANTS - Nanoengineered particulate coatings (NPCs) comprise a multiplicity of particulate hosts that are infused with a nanophase comprising a surfactant and at least one guest. The particulate hosts can be clay particles, the surfactant can be a cationic surfactant, and the guest can be an insect repellant. For example, montmorillonite particles infused with hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium bromide and garlic oil form NPCs that may be used to form an emulsion or suspension for spraying on citrus trees to repel Asian Citrus Psyllid. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056260 | METAL NANOPARTICLES-DOPED ANTIBACTERIAL AGENTS AND METHODS OF PREPARATION AND USE - A metal nanoparticles-doped porous carbon bead having an average size of about 0.4 millimeter (mm) to about 0.6 mm is provided. The metal nanoparticles-doped porous carbon bead is doped with silver, copper, or combinations thereof. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056261 | SILK MEDICAL DEVICES - Laminate medical devices and methods using such devices to support soft tissues and/or to reduce formation of post-operative adhesions. The medical devices can comprise a layer of a knitted silk mesh to which has been fused a water soluble silk film. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056262 | SOLID FORMS FOR TISSUE REPAIR - This invention provides coral-based scaffolds for cartilage repair, and instruments for insertion and utilization of same within a site of cartilage repair. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056263 | IMPLANTABLE MESHES FOR CONTROLLING THE MOVEMENT OF FLUIDS - Meshes for use to control the movement of bodily fluids, such as blood, are described herein. The mesh can be partially or completely biodegradable or non-biodegradable. In one embodiment, the mesh is formed from one or more self-assembling peptides. The peptides can be in the form of fibers, such as nanofibers. The peptides can be assembled prior to formation of the mesh or after the mesh has been formed but before it is applied. Alternatively, the mesh can be prepared from unassembled peptides, which assemble at the time of application. The peptides can assemble upon contact with bodily fluids (e.g., blood) or can be contacted with an ionic solution to initiate assembly. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056264 | Coating and Coating Method - The present invention discloses a coating for a medical implant, wherein at least a part of said coating contains an osseointegration agent and the same and/or a different part of the coating contains an antimicrobial metal agent. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056265 | COATING COMPOSITION AND MEDICAL DEVICE - A coating composition for drug-eluting medical devices, which enables a medical device to be delivered to a target tissue for the purpose of treating an affected blood vessel part such as restenosis, without easy separation of a drug from the medical device during the delivery process is provided. The coating composition for drug-eluting medical devices contains a water-insoluble drug and at least one selected from the group consisting of ester compounds of amino acids, which have a hydropathy index of the amino acid of zero or less than zero, and salts thereof. A drug coating layer, a drug-eluting medical device and a method of treatment are also provided. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056266 | CELL CULTIVATION IN CHITOSAN ALGINATE HYDROGEL BEADS - The present invention relates to a hydrogel matrix comprising cartilage-forming cells wherein alginate, chitosan and cartilage-forming cells are mixed and subsequently polymerised into beads. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056267 | ANGIOGENESIS INHIBITORS - Described herein are methods of inhibiting angiogenesis, and treating or preventing a disease or disorder (or symptoms thereof) associated with angiogenesis, wherein an anti-angiogenesis compound is administered to a subject. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056268 | UNIFORM FILMS FOR RAPID-DISSOLVE DOSAGE FORM INCORPORATING ANTI-TACKING COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to water-soluble films incorporating anti-tacking agents and methods of their preparation. Anti-tacking agents may improve the flow characteristics of the compositions and thereby reduce the problem of film adhering to a user's mouth or to other units of film. In particular, the present invention relates to edible water-soluble delivery systems in the form of a film composition including a water-soluble polymer, an active component selected from cosmetic agents, pharmaceutical agents, vitamins, bioactive agents and combinations thereof and at least one anti-tacking agent. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056269 | LIPOSOME COMPRISING AT LEAST ONE CHOLESTEROL DERIVATIVE - The present invention relates to a novel galenic form of cholesterol derivative. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056270 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING LIPOSOME ENCAPSULATING PACLITAXEL MONOGLYCOSIDE AND/OR DOCETAXEL MONOGLYCOSIDE - In order to reduce the side effects of paclitaxel derivatives having excellent anti-cancer effects, an attempt was made to produce a liposome encapsulating paclitaxel derivatives such as paclitaxel monoglycosides and docetaxel monoglycosides. However, the introduction efficiency of paclitaxel derivatives, etc., into a liposome was poor, and this technique was not developed to a practical level. The present invention provides a method for producing a liposome encapsulating a paclitaxel monoglycoside and/or a docetaxel monoglycoside, and having an antibody specifically recognizing a cancer cell, the method comprising a step of bringing a liposome encapsulating a polyoxyethylene ester derivative, a lower alcohol, and a buffer or water into contact with a solution in which a paclitaxel monoglycoside and/or a docetaxel monoglycoside is dissolved in an alkylene glycol-containing buffer or water. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056271 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING COAGULATION FACTOR VIII FUNCTION - Factor VIII variants and methods of use thereof are disclosed. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056272 | Synergistic Antimicrobial Preparations Containing Chlorite and Hydrogen Peroxide - Antimicrobial/pharmaceutical preparations (e.g., solutions, gels, ointments, creams, sustained release preparations, etc.) which comprise chlorite (e.g., a metal salt of a chlorite) in combination with a peroxy compound (e.g., hydrogen peroxide), and methods for using such preparations for disinfection of articles or surfaces (e.g., contact lenses, counter tops, etc.), antisepsis of skin or other body parts, prevention or deterrence of scar formation and/or treatment and prophylaxis of dermal (i.e., skin or mucous membrane) disorders (e.g., wounds, burns, infections, cold sores, ulcerations, psoriasis, acne, or other scar-forming lesions). | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056273 | MICROBUBBLE ULTRASOUND CONTRAST AGENT FOR EXTERNAL USE - A microbubble ultrasound contrast agent for external use is provided. The microbubble ultrasound contrast agent applied externally can safely and efficiently enhance the permeation and absorption of the drug or small molecules in the local region of the body surface. A method of preparing the microbubble ultrasound contrast agent and a method of enhancing percutaneous absorption of a chemical or small molecules through a topical region of a biological body surface are provided. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056274 | COMPOSITIONS, METHODS AND KITS FOR REDUCING LIPID LEVELS - Compositions, methods, and kits useful for treating hyperlipidemic conditions are provided herein. Such compositions can contain synergizing amounts of nicotinic acid, nicotinamide riboside and/or nicotinic acid metabolites in combination with leucine and/or a leucine metabolite, with or without resveratrol. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056275 | CONTROLLED-RELEASE SOLID DOSAGE FORMS OF MESALAMINE - Described are controlled-release solid dosage forms of mesalamine. In one aspect of the invention the controlled-release solid dosage forms of mesalamine are capsules comprising a plurality of coated mini-tablets. Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of treating a patient suffering from inflammatory bowel disease, comprising the step of administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of the solid dosage form. The invention also relates to methods of inducing remission of inflammatory bowel disease and maintaining remission of inflammatory bowel disease. In certain aspects, the inflammatory bowel disease is ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056276 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS AND VITAMIN D FOR PSORIASIS, AND METHODS AND USES THEREOF - The present disclosure relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D for use in at least one of preventing and treating psoriasis, and to food supplement, dietary supplement, nutritional supplement, over-the-counter (OTC) supplement, medical food, or pharmaceutical grade supplement compositions comprising omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D for use in improving at least one parameter associated with psoriasis. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056277 | DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM - The invention relates to a time controlled, immediate release drug delivery system for oral administration of a first active ingredient to a subject in need thereof. The invention additionally relates to a dual drug delivery device, comprising the time controlled, immediate release drug delivery system according to the invention, further comprising a second coating comprising a second active ingredient. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056278 | Direct Compression Polymer Tablet Core - The present invention provides a tablet core which comprises at least about 95% by weight of an aliphatic amine polymer. The invention also provides a method of producing a tablet core comprising at least about 95% by weight of an aliphatic amine polymer resin The method comprises the step of compressing the aliphatic amine polymer to form the tablet core. The tablet core can further include one or more excipients. In this embodiment, the method of producing the tablet core comprises the steps of: (1) hydrating the aliphatic amine polymer to the desired moisture level; (2) blending the aliphatic amine polymer with the excipients in amounts such that the polymer comprises at least about 95% by weight of the resulting blend; and (3) compressing the blend to form the tablet core. The present invention further relates to a coated tablet comprising an aliphatic amine polymer core wherein the coating is a water based coating. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056279 | Controlled Release and Taste Masking Oral Pharmaceutical Compositions - The invention relates to tablet comprising granules dispersed in at least one hydrophilic compound or matrix. The granules contain an active agent, at least one amphiphilic compound and at least one lipophilic compound. The tablet may include a gastro-resistant film coating. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056280 | ISOTOPOLOGUES OF 5-AZACYTIDINE - The present disclosure provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising cytidine analogs for oral administration, wherein the compositions release the cytidine analog substantially in the stomach. Also provided are methods of treating diseases and disorders using the oral formulations provided herein. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056281 | Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis With Combination of Laquinimod and Interferon-Beta - This invention provides a method of treating a patient afflicted with multiple sclerosis or presenting a clinically isolated syndrome comprising administering to the patient laquinimod as an add-on therapy to or in combination with interferon-β. This invention also provides a package and a pharmaceutical composition comprising laquinimod and interferon-β for treating a patient afflicted with multiple sclerosis or presenting a clinically isolated syndrome. This invention also provides laquinimod for use as an add-on therapy or in combination with interferon-β in treating a patient afflicted with multiple sclerosis or presenting a clinically isolated syndrome. This invention further provides use of laquinimod and interferon-β in the preparation of a combination for treating a patient afflicted with multiple sclerosis or presenting a clinically isolated syndrome. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056282 | Electrophoretically Deposited Strontium Fluoride Nanoparticle/Polymer Coatings For Medical Implants - The present disclosure provides for co-electrophoretic deposition (co-EPD) of organo-functionalized strontium fluoride nanoparticles (SrF | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056283 | METHODS OF USING CERIUM OXIDE NANOPARTICLES TO MITIGATE OR PROTECT AGAINST RADIATION INJURY - Methods of mitigating the effects of radiation exposure or providing a radioprotective effect in a subject are provided herein. The methods include administering a therapeutically effective amount of cerium oxide nanoparticles to the subject to mitigate the effects of radiation exposure or to offer a radioprotective effect to the subject. The cerium oxide nanoparticles are suitably less than 20 nm in diameter and have over 50% of the cerium in the 3+ oxidation state. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056284 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION - A preparation for oral administration comprising: a pregelatinized starch comprising N-[4-[4-(1,2-benzisothiazol-3-yl)-1-piperazinyl]-(2R,3R)-2,3-tetramethylene-butyl]-(1′R,2′S,3′R,4′S)-2,3-bicyclo[2,2,1]-heptanedicarboxyimide hydrochloride (lurasidone) represented by the formula (1) as an active ingredient; a water-soluble excipient; and a water-soluble polymeric binder, the preparation exhibiting an invariant level of elution behavior even when the content of its active ingredient is varied. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056285 | SUSTAINED RELEASE FORMULATIONS USING NON-AQUEOUS CARRIERS - The disclosure provides one-component, injectable, sustained release formulations which comprise microspheres containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (e.g., exenatide), wherein the microspheres are suspended in a non-aqueous carrier. The non-aqueous carrier can be an oil, a fractionated oil, triglycerides, diglycerides, monoglycerides, propylene glycol fatty acid diesters, and the like. The formulations offer distinct advantages of long shelf life for the stability and potency of the formulation and sustained release of active pharmaceutical ingredients to reduce the frequency of medication dosing and to increase patient compliance. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056286 | NANOPARTICULATE MEGESTROL FORMULATIONS - The present invention is directed to nanoparticulate compositions comprising megestrol. The megestrol particles of the composition have an effective average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056287 | NANOPARTICULATE MEGESTROL FORMULATIONS - The present invention is directed to nanoparticulate compositions comprising megestrol. The megestrol particles of the composition have an effective average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056288 | MODIFIED RELEASE LIQUID PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING BROMOPHENIRAMINE, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN - There is provided a modified release liquid pharmaceutical composition comprising combination of dextromethorphan, bromrpheniramine and pseudoephedrine or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The invention further provides process for preparation of such compositions. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056289 | BONE CEMENT COMPOSITION - The purpose of the present invention is to provide a bone cement composition which can have desired biological activity performance and desired radiolucency while enabling the strength of a cured product thereof to be kept. A titanium oxide coating is formed on radiolucent particles to thereby produce composite particles, and the composite particles are added to a bone cement composition. The bone cement composition thus produced can be used suitably for the filling of a bone defect portion and the fixation of an artificial joint and in percutaneous vertebroplasty. The shape of each of the radiolucent particles is preferably granular, and the titanium oxide is preferably of a rutile type. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056290 | MICROSPHERE COMPOSITIONS, PREPARATION METHOD AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF - A cell carrying microsphere composition, wherein the microsphere composition comprises a microspheric core comprising a triblock copolymer matrix A-B-A wherein A is selected from poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) or polylactide (PLA) and B is poloxamer or poloxamine, wherein the microspheric core is coated with a cell adhesion coating and further comprises whole cells or cell fragments bonded to the cell adhesion coating, a process for the preparation of a cell carrying microsphere composition, and applications thereof. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056291 | Adhesive Containing Microparticles - Methods for forming and incorporating microparticles containing one or more active agents into adhesives are described. The methods involve spray drying a liquid of the one or more active agents and obtaining the active agent in a particulate form. The dry powder is then blended or otherwise incorporated with the adhesive of interest. Also described are various medical products utilizing the adhesive and one or more active agents in microparticle form, and related methods of use. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056292 | Joint Product Comprising Synephrine and Topiramate - The present invention provides a joint product comprising synephrine and topiramate, in which the synephrine or salt thereof is administered in form of rapid-release preparation, preferably rapid-release pellet, having daily dose of 2 mg to 25 mg, preferably 5 mg to 20 mg; the topiramate is administered in form of sustained-release or controlled-release preparation, preferably sustained-release pellet, having daily dose of 20 mg to 100 mg, preferably 23 mg to 92 mg. The composition is used for treatment of obesity or other diseases associated with obesity. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056293 | SILK NANOSPHERES AND MICROSPHERES AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - The present invention provides for methods of preparing silk nanoparticles and microparticles, methods of encapsulating an active agent into the silk nano- and microparticles and compositions comprising these silk particles. In particular, the silk spheres are prepared from phase separation of silk and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), without exposure to an organic solvent. The method employs a chemical, PVA, which is an FDA-approved ingredient in drug formulations. Different parameters can be adjusted to control the size and shape of the silk spheres during the fabrication process. The silk particle compositions of the present invention may also encapsulate active agents or chemicals. Such compositions allow the active agents to be controllably and sustainably released to the target organs or tissues. The silk composition entrapping active agents also provides for a long-term storage medium for the active agents so entrapped. The silk nano- and microparticles of the present invention are thus suitable for a variety of biomedical and pharmaceutical applications, such as drug delivery or tissue engineering. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056294 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR PREPARING A SILK MICROSPHERE - Provided herein relates to methods and compositions for preparing a silk microsphere and the resulting silk microsphere. In some embodiments, the methods and compositions described herein are all aqueous, which can be used for encapsulating an active agent in a silk microsphere, while maintaining activity of the active agent during processing. In some embodiments, the resulting silk microsphere can be used for sustained delivery of an active agent encapsulated therein. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056295 | CELLULAR EXTRACTS - The invention describes methods and agents for improving cosmetic appearance, for promoting, improving or restoring health of cells and tissues, preferably skin, and more preferably, for restoring aged or damaged skin to a healthy appearance. The agents include compositions of cells, eggs, cell extracts, egg extracts, and extract components such as purified nucleic acids, polypeptides, lipids, carbohydrates or other natural products. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056296 | KIT FOR PREPARING CARBON-DIOXIDE-CONTAINING COMPOSITION - [Problem] The objective of the present invention is, in a kit that is for preparing a carbon-dioxide-containing composition containing an oxygen-containing gel composition and a carbonate-containing gel composition, to provide a formulation technology enabling uniform and easy mixing, uniform generation of carbon dioxide, and the prevention of dripping down when applied to skin. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056297 | NUTRACEUTICAL COMBINATION FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF TYPE 2 DIABETES - A dietary supplement in capsule or tablet form includes a source of zinc in an amount equivalent to 6 mg to 40 mg of zinc chloride; optionally a source of chromium in an amount equivalent to 100 micrograms to 1000 micrograms of chromium picolinate; optionally from 4 micrograms to 100 micrograms of Vitamin B12; optionally an extract or powdered form of American Ginseng in an amount that provides from 20 mg to 200 mg of ginsenoside(s), or 20 mg to 200 mg of isolated or synthesized ginsenoside(s); optionally an oil, extract or powdered form of cinnamon bark in an amount that provides 1000 mg to 5000 mg of methylhydroxychalcone polymer; optionally 2 mg to 50 mg lutein; and optionally green tea extract in an amount that provides from 200 mg to 4000 mg of epigallocatechin gallate or 200 mg to 4000 mg of isolated or synthesized epigallocatechin gallate. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056298 | HEPATIC NEUROMODULATION USING FLUIDS OR CHEMICAL AGENTS - According to some embodiments, a method of treating a subject having diabetes or symptoms associated with diabetes is provided. The method includes delivering a neuromodulation catheter within a vessel (e.g., hepatic artery) having surrounding nerves that innervate the liver (e.g., sympathetic nerves of the hepatic plexus). The method may also include modulating (e.g., disrupting, ablating, stimulating) the nerves by mechanical compression, energy delivery, or fluid delivery. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056299 | FOOD SUPPLEMENT TO SUPPORT BRAIN FUNCTION - The present invention relates to a food supplement to support brain function, including cognitive functions such as memory. The food supplement comprises one or more active ingredients selected from the group consisting of uridine, cytidine, glutamine, pantothenic acid, iron, colostrinin and caffeine. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056300 | THERAPEUTIC NANOPARTICLES WITH HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT COPOLYMERS - The present disclosure generally relates to therapeutic nanoparticles. Exemplary nanoparticles disclosed herein may include about 0.1 to about 40 weight percent of a therapeutic agent and about 10 to about 90 weight percent a diblock poly(lactic) acid-poly(ethylene)glycol copolymer or a diblock poly(lactic)-co-poly(glycolic) acid-poly(ethylene)glycol copolymer, wherein the diblock poly(lactic) acid-poly(ethylene)glycol copolymer comprises poly(lactic) acid having a number average molecule weight of about 30 kDa to about 90 kDa or the diblock poly(lactic)-co-poly(glycolic) acid-poly(ethylene)glycol copolymer comprises poly(lactic)-co-poly(glycolic) acid having a number average molecule weight of about 30 kDa to about 90 kDa. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056301 | PEPTIDES AND PEPTIDOMIMETICS IN COMBINATION USES AND TREATMENTS FOR CANCER PATIENT SUBPOPULATIONS - This invention provides compounds including peptides and peptidomimetics that can be used to treat cell proliferative disorders, such as those associated with benign and malignant tumor cells. While the invention is not limited to any particular mechanism, the compounds of the invention appear to function at least in part by inhibiting G2 cell cycle checkpoint. Thus, invention compounds can be used to inhibit cell growth alone or be used in combination with a nucleic acid damaging treatment to inhibit cell growth. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056302 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR STERILIZING BIOSCAFFOLDS - The present invention includes a composition for sterilizing a bioscaffold, comprising slightly acidic electrolyzed water (SAEW) as an active ingredient, and a method for sterilizing a bioscaffold using the same. The slightly acidic electrolyzed water according to the present invention has excellent effects on the sterilization of bioscaffolds and the removal of immunogenic antigens and a little effect on extracellular matrix, such as glycosaminoglycans or collagen. Moreover, the scaffold sterilized with the slightly acidic electrolyzed water has excellent cell attachment and has no toxicity, and thus the slightly acidic electrolyzed water can be effectively used for the sterilization of bioscaffolds. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056303 | Electrolytic Magnetic Cell Device and a Method for Producing Hypochlorous Acid and other Disinfectant Chlorine Oxidants - The present invention is directed to a method, system and equipment for the elaboration of electrolytic chlorine oxidants, hypochlorous acid and sodium hypochlorite substances, using elements that result in an ecological process and confers a high efficiency in the production of these substances, permitting the generation of a product of very high performance and efficiency. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056304 | GEL, IN PARTICULAR FOR USE IN A WOUND TREATMENT AGENT - A gel, in particular for use in a wound treatment agent includes an inorganic silicate as thickener; and an electrochemically activated aqueous common salt solution having a content of free chlorine of more than 200 mg/l and a conductivity of not more than 12 mS/cm. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056305 | DITHIOL MUCOLYTIC AGENTS - Provided are dithiol mucolytic agents. These agents increase the liquefaction of mucus in a patient with excessive mucus or mucus with increased viscoelastic, cohesive, or adhesive properties. Also provided are a variety of methods of treatment using these inventive mucolytic agents. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056306 | AMORPHOUS CALCIUM CARBONATE FOR THE TREATMENT OF CALCIUM MALABSORPTION AND METABOLIC BONE DISORDERS - Provided are methods for treating calcium malabsorption and conditions associated with calcium malabsorption, employing the administration of a composition containing stable amorphous calcium carbonate. Further provided are methods for increasing bone mineral density in a bone metabolism associated disorders, diseases or conditions, employing the administration of said composition in combination with a bone resorption inhibitor. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056307 | METHOD, COMPOSITION AND PACKAGE FOR BOWEL CLEANSING - The present invention provides a highly palatable colon cleansing formulation that utilizes a low chloride electrolyte-replenishing base solution. When formulated with polyethylene glycol and a selected sugar alcohol, the formulation offers the advantages of superior palatability without undesirable concomitant side effects or a decrease in cleansing efficacy. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056308 | INTRANASAL ADMINISTRATION OF KETAMINE TO TREAT DEPRESSION - Methods and compositions for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression are described. More specifically, the invention demonstrates that intranasal administration of ketamine is effective to ameliorate the symptoms of depression in a patient who has not responded to an adequate trial of one antidepressant in the current episode and has recurrent or chronic depressive symptoms (>2 years). | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056309 | Composition and Method for the Safe and Effective Inhibition of Pancreatic Lipase in Mammals - Provided are a composition and method for the safe and effective inhibition of pancreatic lipase in humans and other mammals. Provided is a composition which contains extracts of one or more of | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056310 | COSMETIC METHOD FOR INCREASING COLLAGEN EXPRESSION IN SKIN COMPRISING TOPICALLY APPLYING AN EXTRACT OF QUASSIA AMARA - The present invention relates to a cosmetic method for increasing collagen gene and/or protein expression comprising topically applying an effective amount of an extract of the plant | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056311 | SORGHUM EXTRACT AND ITS THERAPEUTIC USES - The present disclosure relates to | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056312 | INSECTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - The present invention provides novel insecticidal formulations comprising an effective concentration of: 1) at least one or more essential oils and an insecticidal soap; 2) at least one or more essential oils, an insecticidal soap, and pyrethrins; 3) at least one or more essential oils and pyrethrins; 4) at least one or more essential oils, an insecticidal soap and a synergist, such as sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium dodecyl sulfate or lecithin; 5) at least one or more essential oils, an insecticidal soap, a synergist, and pyrethrins; and 6) at least one or more essential oils, a synergist, and pyrethrins. A carrier oil, such as mineral oil, may be added to any of the foregoing formulations. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056313 | Composition and Method for Inhibiting Herpesviridae Infections - The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition when used for inhibiting a herpesviridae infection and/or providing relief from a herpesviridae infection in a subject. The composition includes an effective amount of an extract from a plant in the Asteraceae family. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056314 | EXTRACTION METHOD FOR USE IN EXTRACTING BENEFICIAL COMPOUNDS FROM COFFEE BEANS - An improved method for producing a coffee bean extract containing beneficial compounds. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056315 | Press for producing pellets from powdered material - The invention relates to a press for producing pellets from powdered material comprising at least one die with a mould cavity imaging the pellet, at least one upper punch and at least one lower punch that interact with the mould cavity to form the pellet, and at least one electric drive for driving the upper punch, and/or the lower punch, and/or the die along a main press axis, wherein the press also comprises at least one movable element acting on the die and/or the mould cavity of the die, wherein at least one electro-hydrostatic drive is provided to drive the at least one movable element. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056316 | APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING EVA SHEET FOR SOLAR CELL SEALANT - The present invention relates to an apparatus for manufacturing an EVA sheet for a solar cell sealant by uniformly arranging and melting heat adhesive resins, comprising: a powder supplying unit provided in the form of a container containing a heat-adhesive resin powder inside same and comprising a discharge outlet in the lower portion thereof; a powder-arranging roll which has a concave recess pattern on the surface thereof so as to contain the heat-adhesive resin powder and which is arranged so as to seal the discharge outlet; a circulation belt which circulates while passing through a lower portion of the powder-arranging roll; a heater unit which heats and melts the heat-adhesive resin powder applied onto the circulation belt; and a peel-off roll disposed at the rear end of the heater unit so as to separate the heat-adhesive resin powder sheet melted into a film from the circulation belt . | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056317 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING APPARATUS - A three-dimensional printing apparatus is provided. The three-dimensional printing apparatus includes a base, a printing head, a plurality of material-supplying spools and a switching unit. The base has a carrying surface. The printing head is disposed above the base. The material-supplying spools respectively include a plurality of construction materials. The construction materials have a plurality of characteristics, and the characteristics are different from each other. The switching unit is configured to selectively connect at least one of the spools to the printing head according to the characteristics. The construction materials of the selected material-supplying spools are dispensed on the carrying surface by the printing head. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056318 | PRINTING HEAD MODULE AND THREE DIMENSIONAL PRINTING APPARATUS USING THE SAME - A printing head module and a three dimensional (3-D) printing apparatus using the same are provided. The 3-D printing apparatus includes a base and the printing head module. The printing head module is disposed above the base and includes a printing head and at least one material spool. The printing head includes a plurality of assembling pieces assembled with each other to form the printing head and define a nozzle of the printing head. Each of the assembling pieces includes at least one material-supply groove. The material-supply grooves of any two adjacent assembling pieces are located corresponding to each other to form at least one material-supply channel together. Each material spool is connected to the material-supply channel for providing at least one fluid material to the material-supply channel. The fluid material is transmitted via the material-supply channel to be dispensed on the base. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056319 | THREE-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING APPARATUS - A three-dimensional (3D) apparatus including a processing unit, a base and a printing head is provided. The processing unit is configured to read and process digital 3D model information. The base is coupled to and controlled by the processing unit. The base includes a plurality of heating regions. The processing unit is configured to selectively heat at least one of the heating regions according to the digital 3D model information. The printing head is disposed above the base. The printing head is coupled to and controlled by the processing unit to dispense a thermal melting material layer-by-layer on the heated heating region to form a 3D object related to the digital 3D model information. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056320 | CARTRIDGE FOR A STEREOLITHOGRAPHIC MACHINE, STEROLITHOGRAPHIC MACHINE COMPRISING SAID CARTRIDGE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAID CARTRIDGE - A Cartridge ( | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056321 | RESIDUE REMOVING DEVICE AND 3D PRINTER - The present invention provides a residue removing device for removing residues in a partition plate, and a related 3D printer for use on a working platform. The partition plate e.g. of a 3D printer has a plurality of openings arranged in an array, and residues may be filled in the openings. The residue removing device includes a base plate and a plurality of jutting pins disposed on an upper side of the base plate. The jutting pins are arranged in an array corresponding to the openings array such that the jutting pins are capable of being inserted into the openings, in order to easily remove the residues in the openings of the partition plate. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056322 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SELF-ALIGNING CUTTING HUB ASSEMBLY - A system that enables a cutter head to pivot for improved alignment with a cutting face or die is disclosed. The system includes a cutter hub and a driveshaft hub mated with a plurality of round, spherical, or ovoid surfaces to enable the cutter hub to pivot with respect to the driveshaft hub. The system can include a plurality of alignment pins with spherical surfaces to transfer torque from the driveshaft hub to the cutter hub. The system can also include a cutter head, which can include a plurality of cutting blades. The system can be used in cutting machinery, such as a pelletizer, where alignment of the cutting head and the cutting die (or other cutting surface) is desirable. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056323 | FINISH CUTTING OF A PLASTIC PART DURING A BLOW MOLDING CYCLE USING A GUILLOTINE BLADE - A mold tool and cutting system are described for in-mold cutting of a molded article. The cutting system comprises a blade assembly for incorporation into the mold tool, defining at least in part a cavity for forming a molded article, the blade assembly including an extendable cutting blade and a wedge slide. The wedge slide is capable of rearward displacement to expose the cutting blade. During a molding process, the wedge slide is displaced fully forward so as to present a continuous molding profile with adjacent molding surfaces. Following the molding process, the wedge slide is displaced rearwardly so as to expose the cutting blade. The cutting blade is then extended into the cavity to cut a molded article contained therein. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056324 | ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - Processes for producing animal feeds from biomasses are disclosed. Uses of the processed biomasses and, optionally industrial co-products, as animal feeds are also disclosed. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056325 | Confectionery Composition, Method Therefor, and Associated Confectionery Articles - A method of forming a confectionery composition without conventional cooking is disclosed. The method includes blending specific amounts of polyglucitol and water at a temperature of about 50° C. to about 85° C. to form a confectionery composition. Also disclosed are the confectionery compositions and confectionery articles prepared using the method. The confectionery composition can be, for example, a soft candy or a hard candy. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056326 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTINUOUS FERMENTATION - A hybrid continuous fermentation system and related process for fermenting sugars to produce alcohol containing liquors. The system includes a fermentor arranged with a packed bed region and a fluidized bed region. A yeast bed is retained in the packed bed region using a retention matrix and flocculation. A sugar supply is directed through the yeast bed with sufficient dwell time for satisfactory sugar conversion. The fluidized bed region is arranged to allow fermented product to pass through the fermentor while allowing yeast cell growth and retention. A nutrient may be added to the fermentor to aid in yeast flocculation. The fermentor is sized and shaped to allow sufficient dwell time of the sugar supply in the packed bed region and in the fluidized bed region to maximize sugar conversion to ethanol by fermentation. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056327 | CORN MEAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF PRODUCTION - Compositions derived from grain-to-ethanol fermentation processes and methods of producing the compositions are provided. The compositions may be corn meal products generated by fractionating corn kernels to isolate the endosperm, converting starch in the endosperm to sugar at temperatures less than 150-180° F., fermenting the sugar, and separating out the resulting solids. The solids may undergo a protein extraction process, and then undergo a solvent exchange to remove water from the solids and re-place it with a more volatile chemical, such as ethanol. The solids are then dried at less than 150-180° F. The resulting meal product may include protein in an amount ranging from about 31 to about 45%, up to about 3% fat, up to about 3% ash, a neutral detergent fiber in an amount ranging from about 32 to about 50%, and up to about 15% starch, all on a dry weight basis. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056328 | PREPARATION AND THE USE OF FROZEN DOUGH FOR MICROWAVABLE FRIED FRITTERS - It relates to the manufacturing and preparation of frozen dough, and its application in microwaveable fried food. The preparation of fried fritters comprises the following steps: disposal of raw materials, dough kneading, dough proofing for the first time, dough folding, dough proofing for the second time, making blanks, frying and quick-freezing. Alum as the acidic component in leavening agents is replaced by a complex formulation of gluconic acid-δ-lactone, glycerol monolaurate and calcium dihydrogen phosphate, thus reducing the toxicity of the dough. The fried fritters preparing by the dough of the present invention possess a good expansion rate, crispness and taste, and should satisfy consumer demands for quality food products that can be reheated by microwaving. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056329 | FOOD COMPOSITIONS FOR STIMULATING THE FORMATION OF BONE TISSUE - The present invention relates to the preparation of food compositions capable of improving the bone status of the consumer by promoting bone tissue formation. In particular, it relates to the use of milk protein proteolysates for the preparation of these compositions. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056330 | FILTRATION UNIT FOR USE IN MACHINE FOR PREPARING READY-TO-DRINK NUTRITIONAL LIQUIDS - Filtration unit ( | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056331 | Brewing Cartridge - A single serving brewing cartridge adapter fits into known single serving horizontal coffee makers and allows use of a common single serving cartridge made for a vertical coffee maker. The cartridge adapter includes a fixed extraction needle in the base of cartridge adapter and defines walls rising from the base to guide a cartridge into position. The extraction needle pierces a single use cartridge to release brewed beverage into the cartridge adapter. An injection needle in the horizontal coffee maker lid punctures a foil cover of single use cartridges and passes through a permanent opening in a lid of the cartridge adapter and an extraction needle in the horizontal coffee maker cooperates with the cartridge adapter to carry brewed drink from the cartridge adapter. Reusable cartridges including permanent openings to receive the injection needle and to release brewed beverage may also be used with the cartridge adapter. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056332 | Beverage Packaging Configuration with a Short Fill Level for Mixed Drinks - Disclosed herein is a beverage packaging configuration whereby mix and base beverages are packaged in a single package, and the base beverage containers are not filled completely with the base beverage. The space within each base beverage container remaining above the base beverage volume provides space in the base container for the correct proportion of at least one mix beverage to be poured into the base beverage container to create a reproducible mixed drink. One exemplary embodiment provides for a single mix beverage container which contains a volume of mix beverage equally divisible between the volume remaining in a plurality of base beverage containers. Another exemplary embodiment includes more than one mix beverage container which may contain different mix beverages. This invention removes the necessity of transporting a dispensing apparatus, such as a shot glass or volumetric dispenser or measuring glass, and also removes the need for a separate cup or glass in which to mix the base and mix beverages together, as provided in U.S. Pat. No. 8,181,781. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056333 | NANOTECHNOLOGY SMART STICKER FOR USE WITH PERISHABLE FOODS - A “smart sticker” employing nanotechnology for determining the current state of raw meat for safe human consumption is provided. The sticker indicates the quality to the consumer by providing a color changing indicator on the sticker. The sticker employs carbon nanoparticles containing iron, which are placed on an underside portion of the sticker in contact with the raw meat. The nanoparticles serve as “bait” for the harmful bacteria. When pathogenic bacteria sense the presence of iron, it produces certain molecules to sequester the iron. Those molecules move to the area where the iron is present in the sticker, which can then determine the amount of pathogenic bacteria present in the meat by way of a chemical reaction with a particular ink containing a novel additive, which reacts with the molecules secreted by the pathogens. Once this interaction occurs, the ink changes color from, for example, blue to yellow. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056334 | BAKING KIT SYSTEM AND METHODS - Baking kit systems and methods, and in particular, baking kit teaching systems and methods are described. in some examples, a baking kit system includes: a plurality of discretely packaged ingredients in packets configured to be mixed together into a baking mixture, the packets including lower concentration ingredient packets and higher concentration ingredient packets (being respectively of lower and higher concentrations in the baking mixture); a container for retaining the ingredient packets; and a set of instructions providing steps for combining and baking the contents of the ingredient packets. In some further examples, the packets each include an indicium and the set of instructions provides steps for combing the contents of the ingredient packets according to the indicia. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056335 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING BREAD PRODUCTS - An improved system and method to produce a bread product is disclosed. Bread products that produced with the system and method are also disclosed. The bread products are intended for commercial manufacture with high volume and efficiency. The system and method produce bread products from multiple dough components; one dough component provides an interior core; another dough product provides an exterior layer. When the bread product is baked, a multi-component bread product is formed where the crumb is provided by the dough component of the interior core and the crust is provided by exterior surface of the dough component of the exterior layer. Any of a wide variety of types and forms and shapes and sizes and etc. of bread products may be produced. The system and method may be performed using any of a wide variety of production techniques. Each dough component may be formulated (and may include an improver) to facilitate the operation of the system and method and to provide a tasteful and appealing bread product. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056336 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURE OF PIZZA PRODUCTS - An improved system and method for the manufacture of pizza products is disclosed. A set of cavities is formed in the shell in a cavity-forming operation. The cavity-forming operation may be performed in a fixture using a set of ports or outlets to inject a fluid to form the cavities and/or to fill the cavities with a fill material. A tool may be used to form the shell and/or the set of cavities (which may be filled or empty or in a combination). The fill material may be cheese or tomato/vegetable segment or pizza sauce or the like. The cavities may be formed in the edge or crust of the pizza product or in the center region of the pizza product. The pizza product may be commercially distributed as a frozen pizza product, including as a finished pizza product with toppings or as a pizza shell. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056337 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING BREAD PRODUCTS - An improved system and method for the production of a bread product is disclosed. The method may comprise the steps of (a) mixing a first set of ingredients into a first dough component; (b) forming the first dough component into a dough base in a fixture in a molding operation; (c) forming a distinct cavity in the base with a cavity-forming operation; (d) finishing the bread product. The system may comprise (a) a mixing station for mixing a first set of ingredients into a first dough component; (b) a forming station for forming the first dough component into a dough base having a form and a distinct cavity formed by a cavity-forming operation; and (c) a dough finishing station for finishing the bread product into a finished bread product. The bread product when finished by baking comprises a crumb provided by the dough base and the distinct cavity formed by the cavity-forming operation. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056338 | SALT COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - The present invention is directed to methods for preparing a potassium chloride composition useful for reducing sodium content and flavoring low solid food products, including mixing potassium chloride, a taste modifier, and a fat, at a temperature above the melting point of the fat, and cooling the mixture below the melting point of the fat to form the salt composition. Embodiments further include the addition of other chloride compositions, including sodium chloride, to potassium chloride, a taste modifier and a fat. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056339 | DUAL-PURPOSE ASEPTIC CONTAINER - A consumable-product container includes an aseptically sealed body defining an interior volume, an amount of fluid disposed within the interior volume, the amount of fluid having a liquid state and a frozen state, a straw receiving area on the body, the straw receiving area being of a material that is penetrable by a flexible plastic straw, and a removable member that, when removed from the body, creates an opening in the body sized to permit the fluid to escape the interior volume in the frozen state. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056340 | CAPSULE WITH CONTROL MEMBER - A capsule is provided for use in a machine for preparing a consumable product from capsules. The capsule includes a body that defines an interior space with an opening. Ingredients are disposed within the interior space for preparing a desired product, a portion of the ingredients being non-permanently bound into a cluster. The cluster acts as a control member for controlling a flow of fluid for a period of time within the capsule. A cover is disposed over the opening. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056341 | CAPSULE CONTAINING A DOSING AGENT AND SYSTEM AND PROCESS FOR MAKING SAME - A capsule is provided containing a dosing agent and a system and process is provided for making capsules containing a dosing agent. The capsule includes a body defining an interior space and an opening, the capsule having ingredients and a dosing agent disposed in the interior space and a cover to seal the opening. The process and system includes depositing ingredients and the dosing agent in the interior space of the capsule and then covering the opening. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056342 | Package With Ridged Dome And Methods Of Making And Using The Same - The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a package that allows substantially the entire surface of a product (such as fresh red meat) to be in contact with a desired internal gas concentration. In addition, the disclosed package ensures that large amounts of the product surface are not in contact with the packaging materials to prevent discolored product areas. Particularly, the disclosed package comprises a support member, a thermoformed lidding film, and an oxygen-sensitive product. The lidding film includes one or more ridges that prevent direct contact with the product. As a result, uniform product color is maintained and the product appearance is preserved. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056343 | CAPSULE-CONTROLLED MOTORIZED BREWING UNIT - A system is formed of an ingredient capsule ( | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056344 | APPLIANCE FOR PROCESSING FOOD AND METHOD OF OPERATING SAME - Appliance for processing food and method of operating the same The present application in particular is related to a method of operating a cooking appliance, in which a food category of a food item automatically can be assigned based on features extracted from an image of the food item. For improving assignment, the method is provided with self learning performance. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056345 | EXTRUSION PROCESS - The present invention relates to a process for the production of extruded formulations (=extrudates) comprising dispersion droplets, to such formulations as well as to the use of such formulations in food, feed, personal care applications. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056346 | Plant-Based Food Products, Compositions, and Methods - A flavor stabilized hydrated plant protein may be produced by infusing dehydrated plant protein particles with a water solution of flavor(s) and heat denaturable soluble protein(s). A binding and thickening water solution may be added to the flavor stabilized hydrated plant protein to create a formable mass. Fat and/or a fat-oil mixture may be added to the formable mass in the form of molten liquid lipid material to enhance cohesiveness and reduce the saturated-fat content of the formable mass. The formable mass and/or one or more portions thereof may then be cooled and formed into one or more plant-based food products. Prior to forming, the formable mass may be ground so as to enable production of plant-based food products that typically have a smoother texture, such as, e.g., bologna, sausages, meatballs, etc. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056347 | FOOD PRODUCTS HAVING AN IMPROVED APPEAL TO PET OWNERS AND AT LEAST A MAINTAINED PALATABILITY TO PETS, AND METHODS OF PREPARATION - The present invention relates to the use of a palatability-enhancing composition comprising at least one dry food aroma and at least one pet food palatability enhancer in a pet food product, for improving appeal to pet owners while at least maintaining palatability to pets of said pet food product, in comparison with said pet food product which does not comprise said dry food aroma. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056348 | NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS HAVING A MODULATED OFF-TASTE INTENSITY AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME - Nutritional products and methods for modulating off-taste intensity in nutritional products are provided. In a general embodiment, a nutritional product is provided and includes a blend of carbohydrates in an approximate 1 to 1 to 1 weight ratio. The blend of carbohydrates may include maltodextrin, corn syrup, and sugar. In another embodiment, methods for modulating off-taste intensity of nutritional compositions are provided and include modifying the sweetness of the nutritional product so that it is moderate. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056349 | METHOD FOR PRESERVING ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA - A method for preserving | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056350 | APPARATUS AND PROCESS FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF A COMPOSITE FROZEN PRODUCT - The present invention provides an apparatus for the production of a composite frozen product in a container, the product being comprised of a frozen confection within an edible casing, wherein the apparatus comprises a forming element having an external surface corresponding to the internal shape of the container, the forming element being further characterised by a passage running through the forming element from an upper opening to a lower opening, the apparatus further comprising means for removing material from the passage of the forming element. The invention also provides a process for the production of a composite frozen product in a container, the product being comprised of a frozen confection within an edible casing, the process comprising the steps of: at least partially filling the container with particles of a casing material having an average diameter of at most 3 mm; inserting a forming element into the container, the forming element having an external surface corresponding to the internal shape of the container, and being further characterised by a passage running through the forming element from an upper opening to a lower opening; removing excess casing material from the passage of the forming element; removing the forming element; and then at least partially filling the container with a frozen confection. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056351 | METHOD AND PREPARATION SYSTEM FOR PREPARING A BREWED PRODUCT - A brewing method including the steps of providing a capsule, introducing the capsule into a brewing module with an injector for introducing a brewing liquid into the capsule and a discharging device for discharging a brewed product, closing a brewing chamber of the brewing module so that at least one injection-side perforation element of the injector pierces a capsule injection-side covering surface along a cutting line, introducing under pressure a brewing liquid into the region between a capsule injection-side supporting surface and a capsule injection-side covering surface such that the liquid pressure causes a capsule extraction-side covering surface to be displaced towards the capsule interior while an encompassing capsule seal holds a circumferential lateral surface of the capsule, and brewing liquid enters the capsule interior, and maintaining the pressure on the brewing liquid at least until the brewed product emerges from discharge openings produced in capsule extraction-side covering surface. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056352 | CAPSULE HOLDER FOR A BEVERAGE PREPARATION MACHINE - The present invention is directed to a capsule holder ( | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056353 | Device For Opening Coconuts - The subject invention is a device for opening coconuts that includes a handle and a cutting cylinder attached to the handle, including a cutting edge at one end, and a cap that provides a striking surface. The cutting cylinder may have teeth and may have a gap. The cutting cylinder or the teeth may be beveled. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056354 | Covers And Containment Systems And Methods For Food Service Pans - A heat-shrinkable polymeric cover provides a safe, low cost way to cover a food service pan during food preparation, storage, cooking, transport and reheating. The food pan cover can have a closed top end having a first top edge and a second top edge and an open bottom end having a first bottom edge and a second bottom edge. A first side seal extends from the top end to the bottom end, and a second side seal extends from the top end to the bottom end. A gusset can be formed between the first top edge and the second top edge. The food pan cover can be formed from a single layer of heat-shrinkable polymeric material capable of withstanding a temperature of at least about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. | 2015-02-26 |
| 20150056355 | Toaster Broiler for Aircraft Galley - An apparatus for toasting and broiling a food item in an aircraft galley includes: a heating element that heats a food item; a lower rack upon which the food item sits; an upper rack disposed above the lower rack to contain the food item in position between the lower rack and the upper rack while the heating element heats the food item; and an oven compartment in which the heating element, lower rack, and upper rack are disposed. | 2015-02-26 |
