Abstract: A collapsible sawhorse is provided. The sawhorse includes a plurality of brackets, each bracket including a pair of bracket members and each member having a jaw region and a base region. A pair of crossbars are transversely mounted between the jaw regions of the brackets such that the crossbars are supported by the brackets in generally parallel position. At least one leg is mounted to each base region for supporting the brackets above a surface. The bracket members are each pivotally interconnected for movement between a deployed position, wherein the crossbars are held in relatively close spatial proximity and the legs are relatively spaced apart, and a collapsed position wherein the legs are held in relatively close spatial proximity and the crossbars are relatively spaced apart.

Abstract: An anti-splash device for use in sinks. A housing includes an opening for receiving at least a portion of a water stream from a faucet associated with the sink. A base includes a support surface for placing the device on the sink floor and also supports the housing. The device captures and redirects the water stream in a manner which deters splashing and formation of aerosols.

Abstract: Devices and methods for both growing and in situ observation of microbiological cultures. The devices utilize thin transparent surfaces which bound a thin chamber which holds a layer of agar or the like and the microbiological sample. The agar and sample can be deposited through a sealable opening into the container. The dimensions of the container are such that it can be placed in a microscope allow in situ viewing of the culture through top or bottom surfaces. The method according to the invention fosters improved culture growth in the thin chamber and allows in situ observation of the culture with a conventional microscope.

Abstract: A finger toy, which may be integrally formed and molded of plastic material, for mounting on a single digit and comprising a body portion having a front nose end with an attached pinwheel or propeller, and a rear end opening which provides access to an interior body cavity, sized for receiving a digit. The shape of the interior body cavity is designed so that it will be finger-gripping for secure but releaseable attachment of the toy to a user's finger.