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Patent CA-2490999-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ROOKE ALEC
IPC: A61B8/08
Filed: 2003-07-01
Abstract: Systems and methods for noninvasive assessment of cardiac tissue properties and cardiac parameters using ultrasound techniques are disclosed. Determinations of myocardial tissue stiffness, tension, strain, strain rate, and the like, may be used to assess myocardial contractility, myocardial ischemia and infarction, ventricular filling and atrial pressures, and diastolic functions. Non-invasive systems in which acoustic techniques, such as ultrasound, are employed to acquire data relating to intrinsic tissue displacements are disclosed. Non-invasive systems in which ultrasound techniques are used to acoustically stimulate or palpate target cardiac tissue, or induce a response at a cardiac tissue site that relates to cardia c tissue properties and/or cardiac parameters are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2491589-A1 (CA)
Title: Solid support comprising a functionalized electricity conductor or semiconductor surface, method for preparing same and uses thereof
Inventor: CHARLIER JULIENNE
IPC: C08G85/00
Filed: 2003-06-16
Abstract: The invention concerns a solid support comprising a functionalized electricity conductor or semiconductor surface coated with a functionalized electrografted organic layer wherein at least 90 % of the number of functional groups of interest is accessible. The invention also concerns the method for preparing such a support and uses thereof, in particular as adhesive primer for fixing molecules of interest or objects bearing a complementary function (molecular adhesive).
Patent CA-2492983-A1 (CA)
Title: Optical displacement sensor for infusion devices
Inventor: MANDRO MARC A
IPC: A61M5/315
Filed: 2003-07-23
Abstract: An optical sensor for a delivery device having a piston (30) that displaces a substance, such as a fluid, from a reservoir (34). The optical sensor has a light source (42) and a detector array (44) for imaging encoding features disposed along a plunger rod (38) coupled to the piston. By virtue of the pattern of encoding features, an absolute position of the plunger rod relati ve to a fiducial position may be determined uniquely. Thus, the volume of fluid remaining in the reservoir, the rate of fluid delivery, and proper loading o f the reservoir may be accurately ascertained. Additionally, the encoding may serve to uniquely identify a version of the reservoir which may be supplied in various versions corresponding, for example, to differing concentrations of a therapeutic agent to be dispensed.
Patent CA-2495366-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOODY BRETT R
IPC: B65C11/00
Filed: 2005-01-31
Abstract: A note dispenser attached to an article with a wall for holding a note pad between the dispenser and the article wall. The dispenser has a front wall spaced from the article wall and defines a hole for providing access to notes from the note pad through the front wall. The dispenser has at least one sidewall extending from the front wall and toward the article wall. The sidewalls have an edge opposing the article wall so that the note pad is surrounded by the front wall, the article wall and the sidewalk. At least one sidewall is configured for engaging the article wall which connects the note dispenser to the article wall.
Patent CA-2496717-A1 (CA)
Title: A method of and apparatus for facilitating processes of mammalian cells
Inventor: WAN MARGARET SIN KA
IPC: C12N5/00
Filed: 2003-08-14
Abstract: A method of facilitating processes of mammalian cells such as at least one o f attachment, movement, growth, proliferation and differentiation comprises: supplying liquid comprising biologically compatible polymer to a liquid outl et in the vicinity of a surface and subjecting liquid issuing from the outlet t o an electric field to cause the liquid to form polymer fibre which is attract ed to and deposits onto the substrate to form a polymer fibre scaffold having fibre of a given diameter with gaps between adjacent fibre portions; and applying mammalian cells to the fibre scaffold, wherein the gaps between the fibre portions and the fibre diameter have a size relative to a diameter of the mammalian cells such that cells grow or elongate preferentially along th e fibre of the fibre scaffold. Apparatus for enabling carrying out of such a method is also described.
Patent CA-2497096-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BARRON CRAIG
IPC: B65D21/08
Filed: 2005-02-15
Abstract: A collapsible and expandable container for liquids includes sidewall bellows defining collapsible and expandable side walls of a liquid impervious and preferably inert container having sealed ends. One end of the sealed ends of the container is a lid mounted on the bellows. The lid may be shaped as a tray so as to define a depression which is accessible from the outside of the container. At least one aperture is formed in said depression including a spout aperture opening into the bellows. A coupler such as a threaded neck may be formed on the aperture or apertures for re-sealable mounting of a cap and a spout thereon. The depression in the tray may be sized for flush mounting of the cap and the spout within the depression for ease of storage.
Patent CA-2499995-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JOHNSTON STEPHEN A
IPC: A61K39/12
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: The instant invention relates to antigens and nucleic acids encoding such antigens obtainable by screening a herpesvirus genome, in particular an HSV- 1 genome. In more specific aspects, the invention relates to methods of isolating such antigens and nucleic acids and to methods of using such isolated antigens for producing immune responses. The ability of an antigen to produce an immune response may be employed in vaccination or antibody preparation technique.
Patent CA-2500818-A1 (CA)
Title: Information recording medium, information recording device and method, information reproduction device and method, information recording/reproduction device and method, computer program for controlling recording or reproduction, and data structure including control signal
Inventor: IMAMURA AKIRA
IPC: G11B27/32
Filed: 2003-10-01
Abstract: A series of content information, menu information to be displayed with the content information during reproduction, and play list information specifying the reproduction sequence of the content information in units of items that constitute the content information and that can be accessed during reproduction are recorded on an information recording medium. The play list information includes item information specifying the items constituting the content information and slave item information specifying the menu information corresponding to the items as slave items.
Patent CA-2501563-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LUEDERS JOHN HEINRICH
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-07-30
Abstract: The present invention extends to methods, systems, computer program products, and data structures for presenting different types of electronic messages at a common interface. Electronic message items (116) are stored in an item database (114) along with other types of items, such as, for example, contact items, folder items, document items, etc. Electronic message items have some common define d data holds and possibly other differently defined data fields that represent protocol and/or application specific properties. Computer systems can query (107) the item database (114) for message related data (e.g., from commonly defined data fields) and display links to message related data at a common messaging interface. Links to different types of electronic messages (as represented by protocol and/or application specific properties) may be displayed simultaneously at the common messaging interface.
Patent CA-2501753-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CORBETT THOMAS ROBERT
IPC: A01D45/00
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: Harvesting apparatus (10) has a support structure (12), a plurality of driven rotatable members (14) by which the support structure (12) can be moved, and a body support element (16) supported by the support structure (12). The body support element (16) is able to support a picker (22) and is slidable relative to the support structure (12) so that, when the harvesting apparatus (10) is moving in a first direction, the body support element (16) can be selectively positioned relative to the support structure (12) to optimise the position of the picker (22) relative to the occurrence of produce to be picked.  Preferably, a conveyor system (18) and collection area (20) are also included on the support structure (12). The conveyor system (18) enables transportation of produce placed thereon by the picker to the collection area (20) for packing. A method is also provided.
Patent CA-2504532-A1 (CA)
Title: Botulinum neurotoxin b receptors and use thereof
Inventor: DONG MIN
IPC: C07H21/02
Filed: 2003-10-28
Abstract: It is disclosed here that synaptotagmin I (syt I) and synaptotagmin II (syt II) are the cellular receptors for botulinum neurotoxin B (BoNT/B) that mediate the cellular entry and toxicity of BoNT/B. The BoNT/B binding domains of syt I and II are also disclosed. While syt I needs gangliosides for BoNT/B  binding, syt II can bind to BoNT/B in the absence of gangliosides. Various nucleic acids and polypeptides that relate to the BoNT/B binding domain of syt I or II are disclosed. Further disclosed are methods of reducing BoNT/B  toxicity, methods of identifying agents that can block the binding between BoNT/B and syt I or II, methods of identifying agents that can bind to the BoNT/B binding domain of syt I or II, and methods of detecting BoNT/B or Clostridium botulinum.
Patent CA-2506745-A1 (CA)
Title: Bolt assembly, method and device for release, and computer system
Inventor: RUDDUCK DICKORY
IPC: F16B35/04
Filed: 2003-11-19
Abstract: Quick release bolt assembly (10) included shank (12) and head (14) of larger cross-section than that of shank (12). The screw thread of shank (12) is adapted to rotatably engage with a complementary screw thread in a nut.  Disengagement means are adapted in use to disengage the head (14) or the nut without rotation of the nut or shank (12). The disengagement means includes a material (18) such as shape memory alloy or epoxy resin, adapted to change form to facilitate engagement when activated. Activation may take place by a direct power supply or remotely by a radio frequency, magnetic, ultrasonic or infra red signal. Bolt (10) can be used for anchoring seat belts. Computer systems and methods for the identification of a target, including enquiring as to the status of the target and having means to command the target to change the status are also disclosed and claimed.
Patent CA-2510278-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GRAHE GERWALD F
IPC: C08F299/02
Filed: 2003-12-19
Abstract: L'invention concerne des compositions liquides durcissables contenant un groupe acryloyle, obtenues par réaction de composés de vinyle monofonctionnels et d'esters acryliques multifonctionnels avec des composés contenant un groupe ?-dicarbonyle comprenant deux atomes d'hydrogène activés dans sa position méthylène. Ces matières peuvent être polymérisées ou réticulées par polymérisation radicalaire, UV (ultraviolets) ou rayonnement par faisceau électronique. Ces compositions liquides durcissables sont adaptées pour produire des revêtements, des encres d'impression, des adhésifs ou des compositions de moulage durcissables.
Patent CA-2511473-A1 (CA)
Title: Device for estimation of brine density
Inventor: GANDHI MAHESH RAMNIKLAL
IPC: G01N9/12
Filed: 2002-12-23
Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel device that enables a person to gau ge the brine density in solar salt works from afar without recourse to sampling of the brine. The device - which can be considered as an improvement over th e conventional laboratory type Baume meter - can be placed directly in the sal t pan. The device remains sunk, and therefore invisible, until the desired density of brine is approached. Thereafter it gradually floats up and become s visible from afar. From appropriate markings on the rod connected to the top end of the device, it can be gauged whether the brine is yet to attain the desired density, or has attained the desired density range, or has exceeded the desired density range. The device is resistant to corrosion and able to combat extreme weather conditions prevailing in solar salt works. The contro l of brine density form afar helps eliminate the need for frequent sampling of brine for density measurement that would make adherence to the optimum proce ss of salt production easier. The methodology can be extended to production of other marine chemicals such as carnallite and kainite.
Patent CA-2513765-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LLOYD ADAM
IPC: A47J31/56
Filed: 2004-01-23
Abstract: A cartridge (1) containing one or more beverage ingredients (200) and being formed from substantially air- and water-impermeable materials, the cartridge comprising an outlet (122) for discharge of a beverage produced from the one or more beverage ingredients, wherein the cartridge comprises an outer member (2) and an inner member (3), characterised by the inner member comprising a discharge spout (43) defining the outlet of the cartridge.
Patent CA-2514017-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for determining susceptibility to schizophrenia
Inventor: MAZIADE MICHEL
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-02-19
Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for identifying the susceptibility or predisposition of an individual to schizophrenia (SZ) or to clusters of symptoms associated thereof. Particularly, the tests can be performed before or after the disorders appear. More particularly, the present invention relates to the determination of epistatic effect of at least two genotype related loci. In addition, the invention provides tests for the classification of different subtypes predicting severity of illness of patients affected by or predisposed to SZ or associated clusters of symptoms.
Patent CA-2514432-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MASTON VALERIE A
IPC: C02F11/04
Filed: 2004-01-28
Abstract: A process for producing methane and/or high purity hydrogen from anaerobically decomposed organic materials as well as a methane and/or high purity hydrogen generation system that operates in accordance with this process, are provided.  The inventive system, which is capable of delivering at least 40 slpm of the desired product gas or gases, is completely self-contained, requiring no outside sources of energy, and is made up of fewer components, thereby allowing for a reduced plant footprint, and a more cost-effective source of renewable methane and hydrogen.
Patent CA-2515977-A1 (CA)
Title: Diverting device for bridge faucet with hand spray
Inventor: VU VINH
IPC: E03C1/048
Filed: 2005-08-15
Abstract: A faucet assembly includes a diverter valve assembly mounted to an inlet of a cold-water pillar and is in fluid communication with a control valve disposed on a hot-water pillar. The diverter valve assembly selectively controls water flow through a spout and a hand spray. The faucet assembly includes a cold-water pillar and a hot-water pillar that are pivotally connected to a bridge that allows adjustment of a distance between the hot and cold-water pillars.
Patent CA-2516698-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WATANABE HIDENORI
IPC: A61K31/341
Filed: 2004-02-24
Abstract: A novel imino compound is synthesized by mixing and reacting ascochlorin, its analog or its derivative with a compound having a primary amino group in the presence/absence of a basic catalyst. The novel imino compound thus synthesized is a ligand which activates nuclear receptor superfamily such as retinoid orphan receptor (RXR), peroxiosme proliferator activated receptor (PPAR) and steroid receptor (PXR) and shows an effect of promoting the transcription of a drug-metabolizing enzyme CYP7A1. It has therapeutic effects on diseases such as life style-related diseases, chronic inflammation and cancer.
Patent CA-2516917-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HILBERTZ WOLF H
IPC: B27K5/00
Filed: 2005-08-23
Abstract: A method for the protection of wood, increasing the strength and load-bearing capacity of wood, and increasing the capacity of wood to generate friction with adjacent soils, by treating wood with one or more minerals of low toxicity mixed with an aqueous medium, to provide wood that retains the infused minerals for an extended period of time while avoiding the detrimental environmental effects of conventional chromium or copper-based inorganic salt preservation and organic chemical methods.
Patent CA-2517537-A1 (CA)
Title: Potassium taurate bicarbonate and ascorbate complexes
Inventor: BOYNTON HERB
IPC: A61K45/06
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: Compositions comprising potassium taurate bicarbonate complexes and/or potassium taurate ascorbate complexes are useful as pharmaceutical compositions and as dietary ingredients in nutritional supplements, medical foods, and other foods. In preferred embodiments, potassium taurate bicarbonate and/or potassium taurate ascorbate complexes are the active ingredient in antihypertensive drug products that are intended to lower or prevent elevated blood pressure, or as dietary ingredients in dietary supplements, medical foods or other foods that are intended to supply a source of potassium, taurine, ascorbate, and/or bicarbonate, or that are intended to help maintain normal blood pressure levels and/or normal muscle mass. In preferred embodiments, potassium taurate bicarbonate complexes are prepared by intermixing potassium bicarbonate and taurine in aqueous solutions, and potassium taurate ascorbate complexes are prepared by intermixing potassium ascorbate and taurine in aqueous solutions.
Patent CA-2520449-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BRENNAN MARGARET ELIZABETH
IPC: B22F1/054
Filed: 2004-03-29
Abstract: A sensor comprises silver nanoparticles in which substantially all of the surfaces of the silver nanoparticles are available for interaction with an analyte or for functionalisation with a receptor which is capable of interacting with an analyte. Silver nanoparticles are preparated by forming the nanoparticles in the presence of a polymeric stabiliser such as PVA.
Patent CA-2520571-A1 (CA)
Title: System suitable for the hydrocyanation of olefinically unsaturated compounds
Inventor: JUNGKAMP TIM
IPC: B01J31/18
Filed: 2004-03-24
Abstract: A system suitable for use as a catalyst for the hydrocyanation of olefinically unsaturated compounds, containing a) Ni(0), b) Ni(0) as a ligand complex-fixing compound containing trivalent phosphorus, c) a Lewis acid and d) a compound of formula MRn wherein M = AI or Ti, R= identical or different monovalent alkoxyl radicals, wherein several alkoxy radicals can be interbridged, also in the case where M = AI, R = identical or different alkyl radicals wherein several alkyl radicals can be interbridged or one or several alkyl radicals can be bridged by one or several of the above-mentioned alkoxy radicals, n = valency of M. The invention also relates to methods for the hydrocyanation of an olefinically unsaturationed compound in the presence of said system.
Patent CA-2520989-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BRILL RAINER
IPC: H01F27/14
Filed: 2004-04-01
Abstract: The invention relates to an air-dehumidifier comprising a filter insert, which is configured as a housing filled with a moisture-absorbent granulate and is situated in a cylinder. A heating device is provided to regenerate the granulate. To guarantee the targeted condensation and drainage of the moisture that has been driven off in the heating process, the base of the cylinder has a special, funnel-shaped contour and consists of a material with an excellent specific thermal conductivity.
Patent CA-2523374-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for the dispersion of water-soluble or hydrophilic substances in a supercritically pressurized fluid
Inventor: RICHARD JOEL
IPC: C09K23/52
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: Process for dispersing water-soluble or hydrophilic substances (I) in a fluid (II) at supercritical pressure by adding a surfactant (III) that is a block copolymer comprising a CO-2-philic block (B1) and a nonionic hydrophilic block (B2). Independent claims are also included for the following: (1) method for encapsulating an active agent that includes the new dispersion process; and (2) block copolymer that comprises B1 and a biocompatible B2.
Patent CA-2529790-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OHTAKE NORIKAZU
IPC: C07D409/14
Filed: 2004-06-24
Abstract: Compound of the formula: (I) [wherein each of X1, X2 and X3 independently represents N or CH, W represents the formula (II): (II) or the formula (III):  (III) and Y represents a group of the formula (IV): (IV) ], or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof. This compound exhibits histamine receptor H3 antagonist or inverse agonist activity and is useful for the treatment and/or prevention of obesity, diabetes, hormonal secretion abnormality, sleep disorder, etc.
Patent CA-2531091-A1 (CA)
Title: Genes regulated in ovarian cancer as prognostic and therapeutic targets
Inventor: LAVEDAN CHRISTIAN NICOLAS
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-07-01
Abstract: This invention relates to the use of genomic analysis to detect the presence of ovarian cancer in a patient from a sample of tissue or blood and to kits for carrying out this determination. In addition this invention relates to methods to treat a patient with ovarian cancer.
Patent CA-2536100-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BOLT DAVID
IPC: B60G11/27
Filed: 2004-08-18
Abstract: An air suspension control system, primarily for use with a vehicle, which increases ride stability and minimizes air losses to the air suspension control system during normal operation of the vehicle by utilization of an air restriction valve to restrict the air introduced into or exhausted from an air spring in response to a received control signal.
Patent CA-2536342-A1 (CA)
Title: Non-pressurized flow-splitting water supply system
Inventor: VAN DECKER GERALD W E
IPC: E03F1/00
Filed: 2004-08-30
Abstract: A non-pressurized liquid supply system is provided for supplying a liquid, such as water, to a plurality of liquid treatment units. Pipes in an outflow stage split liquid flow from an inflow stage, possibly via at least one intermediate stage. The inflow stage and outflow stage have substantially equivalent cross-sectional areas, and the outflow stage has at least two pipes in order to split the flow to the plurality of liquid treatment units in order to achieve more effective treatment of the liquid. The inflow stage and outflow stage co-operate to maintain substantially constant liquid flow throughout the non-pressurized liquid supply system. The system preferably includes a flow-splitting horizontal manifold. The non-pressurized liquid supply system can be, for example, a drainwater system, a waste water system, or a chemical process system.
Patent CA-2538794-A1 (CA)
Title: Vaccine for treatment and prevention of herpes simplex virus infection
Inventor: LECLAIR KENNETH P
IPC: A61K39/12
Filed: 2004-09-13
Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for the prevention and treatment of herpes virus infections. The invention provides antigenic peptides, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising complexes of antigenic peptides and adjuvants that can activate an immune response against herpes viruses. The invention also provides methods of making the antigenic peptides and complexes of antigenic peptides and adjuvants. Methods of use of the pharmaceutical compositions are also provided.
Patent CA-2546807-A1 (CA)
Title: New process for the preparation of nitrooxyderivatives of paracetamol
Inventor: RIVOLTA ROMANO
IPC: C07C231/12
Filed: 2004-11-04
Abstract: The present invention relates to a new process for the preparation of a compound of the following formula (I).
Patent CA-2547316-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHMIDT RANDALL GENE
IPC: F21L4/00
Filed: 2006-05-23
Abstract: An illumination apparatus includes a base having a bottom surface and a mounting portion that is operably disposed above the bottom surface by between about one and one hundred centimeters, and a lamp device having a housing and a lamp, and being secured to the mounting portion in an orientation enabling radiant energy to be emitted from the lamp device in a predetermined direction. The lamp device further includes an actuation mechanism disposed at one or more of the housing and the base, such that the lamp may be selectively energized and de-energized by a user through a hands-free operation.