Disclosed herein is a method of using a hyaluronan conjugate, which includes a hyaluronic acid (HA), a sex hormone, and a linker for coupling one of the disaccharide units of the HA and the sex hormone. The hyaluronan conjugates are used in treating neurodegenerative diseases.

Disclosed herein is a method of using a hyaluronan conjugate, which includes a hyaluronic acid (HA), a sex hormone, and a linker for coupling one of the disaccharide units of the HA and the sex hormone. The hyaluronan conjugates are used in treating neurodegenerative diseases.

The present invention relates to a synthetic saccharide of general formula (I) that is related to Klebsiella pneumoniae serotype O1, O2, O2ac, and O8 O-polysaccharide and carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 O-polysaccharide and conjugate thereof. Said synthetic saccharide, said conjugate and pharmaceutical composition containing said synthetic saccharide or said conjugate are useful for prevention and/or treatment of diseases associated with Klebsiella pneumoniae. Furthermore, the synthetic saccharide of general formula (I) is useful as marker in immunological assays for detection of antibodies against Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteria.

The present invention relates to a synthetic saccharide of general formula (I) that is related to Klebsiella pneumoniae serotype O1, O2, O2ac, and O8 O-polysaccharide and carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 O-polysaccharide and conjugate thereof. Said synthetic saccharide, said conjugate and pharmaceutical composition containing said synthetic saccharide or said conjugate are useful for prevention and/or treatment of diseases associated with Klebsiella pneumoniae. Furthermore, the synthetic saccharide of general formula (I) is useful as marker in immunological assays for detection of antibodies against Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteria.

The present invention relates to compositions and methods facilitating the non-invasive administration (such as oral administration) of therapeutic proteins or peptides (such as insulin) which maintain biological activity when absorbed. The composition of the present invention comprises a therapeutic amount of a conjugate, wherein the conjugate comprises a quantum dot and a therapeutically effective peptide or protein.

Disclosed are antimicrobial compositions and formulations directed against a broad range of bacteria and Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. In an aspect, the compositions and formulations do not engender resistance. In an aspect, in combination with antibiotics, the compositions and formulations slow the development of antibiotic-resistance and greatly improve bacterial susceptibility to multiple classes of antibiotics.

Disclosed are antimicrobial compositions and formulations directed against a broad range of bacteria and Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. In an aspect, the compositions and formulations do not engender resistance. In an aspect, in combination with antibiotics, the compositions and formulations slow the development of antibiotic-resistance and greatly improve bacterial susceptibility to multiple classes of antibiotics.

Provided herein, in certain embodiments, are compositions comprising an isolated heavy chain-hyaluronan/pentraxin 3 (“HC-HA/PTX3”) complex for use in methods of killing cancer cells. Also provided herein, are methods of inhibiting cancer cell regrowth of a tumor in an individual in need thereof, comprising contacting an area surrounding the tumor after a surgical procedure with an isolated HC-HA/PTX3 complex. Combinations and kits for use in practicing said methods also are provided herein.

Provided herein, in certain embodiments, are compositions comprising an isolated heavy chain-hyaluronan/pentraxin 3 (“HC-HA/PTX3”) complex for use in methods of killing cancer cells. Also provided herein, are methods of inhibiting cancer cell regrowth of a tumor in an individual in need thereof, comprising contacting an area surrounding the tumor after a surgical procedure with an isolated HC-HA/PTX3 complex. Combinations and kits for use in practicing said methods also are provided herein.

A compound includes a polysaccharide moiety and one or more chelating agents. The one or more chelating agents are covalently bonded to the polysaccharide moiety. The polysaccharide moiety can include a glycosaminoglycan moiety, such as a hyaluronic acid polymer or a sulfated glycosaminoglycan moiety. The compound can be used to treat or prevent a disease or disorder in a patient with a metal implant. The compound reduces a concentration of metal particulates or metal ions in the subject.