Abstract: The present disclosure describes compositions and methods for preparing aqueous nano-dispersions of hydrophobic agrochemicals and fungicides comprising cellulose nanomaterials as a carrier or dispersing agent. The compositions described herein provide superior pest and parasite control efficiency. The disclosure also provides pesticide formulations comprising cellulose nanomaterials and a dispersing agent, e.g., a surfactant, that demonstrates enhanced deposition on hydrophobic plant surfaces. The disclosure also describes the design and preparation of mucoadhesive CNC pesticide containing nano-dispersion for the control and remediation of parasitic organisms, such as sea lice in farmed aquatic species such as salmon.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for enhanced healing of wounds, e.g. cutaneous wounds, by application of a scaffold or matrix, e.g. a hydrogel film comprising a dose of macrophages, or monocyte progenitors thereof, which dose is effective in increasing the rate of wound healing. The compositions of the invention find use in treating cutaneous wounds, particularly chronic wounds, e.g. in diabetic patients or other patients with impaired wound healing.

Abstract: A CMP pad conditioner comprises a plurality of abrasive segments. Each abrasive segment includes a segment blank and an abrasive layer attached to the segment blank, the abrasive layer including a superhard abrasive material. A pad conditioner substrate is also provided. Each of the plurality of abrasive segments is permanently affixed to the pad conditioner substrate in an orientation that enables removal of material from a CMP pad by the abrasive layer as the pad conditioner and the CMP pad are moved relative to one another.

Abstract: A CMP pad conditioner comprises a plurality of abrasive segments. Each abrasive segment includes a segment blank and an abrasive layer attached to the segment blank, the abrasive layer including a superhard abrasive material. A pad conditioner substrate is also provided. Each of the plurality of abrasive segments is permanently affixed to the pad conditioner substrate in an orientation that enables removal of material from a CMP pad by the abrasive layer as the pad conditioner and the CMP pad are moved relative to one another.

Abstract: Electrically insulating layers having increased thermal conductivity, as well as associated devices and methods are disclosed. In one aspect, for example, a printed circuit board is provided including a substrate and an electrically insulating layer coated on at least one surface of the substrate, the electrically insulating layer including a plurality of hBN particles bound in a binder material.

Abstract: A CMP pad conditioner comprises a plurality of abrasive segments. Each abrasive segment includes a segment blank and an abrasive layer attached to the segment blank, the abrasive layer including a superhard abrasive material. A pad conditioner substrate is also provided. Each of the plurality of abrasive segments is permanently affixed to the pad conditioner substrate in an orientation that enables removal of material from a CMP pad by the abrasive layer as the pad conditioner and the CMP pad are moved relative to one another.

Abstract: Diamond-like carbon based energy conversion devices and methods of making and using the same are disclosed. Such devices may include a surface for detection of infrared photons. Such a surface may include at least one metal cone and a diamond-like carbon layer disposed on the at least one metal cone. The at least one diamond-like carbon-coated metal cone is thus configured to receive infrared photons and generate electrons therefrom. In another aspect, the at least one metal cone may be an array of electronically coupled metal cones.

Abstract: Nanodiamonds can be included in various compositions to take advantage of the ability of nanodiamond to bond with biological materials and to improve mechanical strength. Nanodiamonds can be dispersed in a biologically acceptable carrier to form various nanodiamond compositions. The presence of nanodiamonds can increase binding with many biological materials, making the compositions of the present invention useful for a large variety of purposes such as cleansing, testing and identification of materials, and treatment of adverse conditions. Specific examples of nanodiamond compositions that can be formulated include deodorants, toothpastes, shampoos, antibiotics, dermal strips, DNA test strips, skin cleansers, and the like. Similarly, nanodiamond particles can be included in a cosmetic nanodiamond composition within a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Cosmetic nanodiamond compositions can include, for example, nail polish, eyeliner, lip gloss, exfoliant, and the like.

Abstract: The invention is directed to biologically active lipophilic compositions comprising a biologically active covalently attached to, or encapsulated within, a lipid. Preferably, a biologically active agent is both covalently attached to a lipid and encapsulated within a lipid composition. Preferred lipid components include triglycerides and fatty acids. The resulting composition is preferably adapted for oral administration.

Abstract: Nanodiamonds can be included in various compositions to take advantage of the ability of nanodiamond to bond with biological materials and to improve mechanical strength. Nanodiamonds can be dispersed in a biologically acceptable carrier to form various nanodiamond compositions. The presence of nanodiamonds can increase binding with many biological materials, making the compositions of the present invention useful for a large variety of purposes such as cleansing, testing and identification of materials, and treatment of adverse conditions. Specific examples of nanodiamond compositions that can be formulated include deodorants, toothpastes, shampoos, antibiotics, dermal strips, DNA test strips, skin cleansers, and the like. Similarly, nanodiamond particles can be included in a cosmetic nanodiamond composition within a cosmetically acceptable carrier. Cosmetic nanodiamond compositions can include, for example, nail polish, eyeliner, lip gloss, exfoliant, and the like.

Abstract: A process, and product which uses the process, for reducing tar and nicotine in cigarettes, whereby a novel emulsified complex of Sterotex/permanganate is incorporated into a cigarette. The complex displays a synergistic reaction having a dose response relationship permitting linear adjustment to reduce more than 85% of the tar and nicotine in the mainstream smoke of a cigarette. Chemical analysis of the smoke condensate demonstrates the oxidation of nicotine to nicotinic acid, a B6 vitamin.