Abstract: An electrolyte composition including a heterocyclic compound, an electrolyte salt and a solvent is provided. The heterocyclic compound includes, in the heterocyclic ring: (a) at least two nitrogen atoms each of which is bonded to a —Si(R1)3 group; and (b) at least one carbonyl group (C?O) or thiocarbonyl group (C?S), wherein R1 is a C1-3 alkyl group or an aryl group. The electrolyte composition of the present disclosure is suitable for an electrochemical device. Electrochemical devices, in particular batteries, using the electrolyte composition of else present disclosure are capable of efficiently inhibiting the moisture and acidity therein, thereby stabilizing the electrolyte salt therein, and preventing the electrolyte salt from being further decomposed and from producing hydrogen fluoride.

Abstract: A polymerizable composition is provided, including an infrared absorber, a polymerization initiator, a polymerizable compound, and a polymer binder, wherein the polymer binder is a particulate random copolymer, and the polymer binder has structural units derived from a polymerizable polyalkylene oxide-based monomer and a polymerizable nitrogen-free non-polyalkylene oxide-based monomer. The polymerizable composition may be used in the production of imageable elements or printing plates.

Abstract: An electrolyte composition including a heterocyclic compound, an electrolyte salt and a solvent is provided. The heterocyclic compound includes, in the heterocyclic ring: (a) at least two nitrogen atoms each of which is bonded to a —Si(R1)3 group; and (b) at least one carbonyl group (C?O) or thiocarbonyl group (C?S) wherein R1 is a C1-3 alkyl group or an aryl group. The electrolyte composition of the present disclosure is suitable for an electrochemical device. Electrochemical devices, in particular batteries, using the electrolyte composition of else present disclosure are capable of efficiently inhibiting the moisture and acidity therein, thereby stabilizing the electrolyte salt therein, and preventing the electrolyte salt from being further decomposed and from producing hydrogen fluoride.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hydrophilic film for an ex vivo membrane, which includes: a substrate; and a hydrophilic coating located on at least one surface of the substrate and formed by a hydrophilic composition, in which the hydrophilic composition includes: (a) a reactive adhesive; (b) a surfactant having reactivity; and (c) optionally a polyol.

Abstract: A polymerizable composition is provided, including an infrared absorber, a polymerization initiator, a polymerizable compound, and a polymer binder, wherein the polymer binder is a particulate random copolymer, and the polymer binder has structural units derived from a polymerizable polyalkylene oxide-based monomer and a polymerizable nitrogen-free non-polyalkylene oxide-based monomer. The polymerizable composition may be used in the production of imageable elements or printing plates.

Abstract: The present invention provides a conductive coating composition, which contains: a conductive organic polymer, a non-conductive organic compound, a solvent and optionally a curing agent; where the content of the conductive organic polymer is about 10% to about 50%, based on the total weight of the solids content in the composition. The present invention also provides a conductive film, which is formed by drying the conductive coating composition. The conductive film has a surface resistivity lower than 1000 ?/sq and a total light transmittance greater than 80%. The conductive coating composition of the present invention can be used as an electromagnetic interference shielding material or an electrode material, and can be applied to various electronic products.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hydrophilic film for an ex vivo membrane, which includes: a substrate; and a hydrophilic coating located on at least one surface of the substrate and formed by a hydrophilic composition, in which the hydrophilic composition includes: (a) a reactive adhesive; (b) a surfactant having reactivity; and (c) optionally a polyol.

Abstract: A passivation composition and use of the composition in a method of forming a conductive pattern are provided. The passivation composition includes an oxidizing agent, an inorganic base with a general formula M(OH)n and a solvent, wherein M is a metal ion and n is the valence number of the metal ion. The method includes the following steps: (a) forming a polymer conductive layer on a substrate, wherein the polymer conductive layer is consisting of a first area and a second area. The first area is corresponding to a conductive area to be formed; and (b) passivating the second area by using the passivation composition to reduce the conductivity of the second area and form the conductive pattern on the substrate.

Abstract: A passivation composition and use of the composition in a method of forming a conductive pattern are provided. The passivation composition includes an oxidizing agent, an inorganic base with a general formula M(OH)n and a solvent, wherein M is a metal ion and n is the valence number of the metal ion. The method includes the following steps: (a) forming a polymer conductive layer on a substrate, wherein the polymer conductive layer is consisting of a first area and a second area. The first area is corresponding to a conductive area to be formed; and (b) passivating the second area by using the passivation composition to reduce the conductivity of the second area and form the conductive pattern on the substrate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a biomedical device comprising a porous hydrophilic substrate; a hydrophobic material; a fluid inlet; two or more test zones, wherein fluid vertically flows through the porous hydrophilic substrate and then distributes into the test zones. The present invention further provides a method for making a biomedical device.

Abstract: The present invention provides a conductive coating composition, which contains: a conductive organic polymer, a non-conductive organic compound, a solvent and optionally a curing agent; where the content of the conductive organic polymer is about 10% to about 50%, based on the total weight of the solids content in the composition. The present invention also provides a conductive film, which is formed by drying the conductive coating composition. The conductive film has a surface resistivity lower than 1000 ?/sq and a total light transmittance greater than 80%. The conductive coating composition of the present invention can be used as an electromagnetic interference shielding material or an electrode material, and can be applied to various electronic products.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a reflector comprising a substrate capable of reflecting light, characterized in that the reflector exhibits a gloss of less than 10% as determined when a light source is projected on the surface of the reflector at 60 degree. The reflector of the invention allows the light to be reflected uniformly and possesses a high reflectivity.

Abstract: The invention pertains to an optical film comprising a transparent substrate and at least one coating coated on the surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a polymeric matrix and inorganic nano particles dispersed therein. The inventive optical film possesses a light-focusing structure. The present invention further provides a method for enhancing the brightness of the panel boards of liquid crystal displays.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a photosensitive resin composition, comprising: (A) an alkaline soluble resin; (B) a multi-functional monomer; (C) a photoinitiator; (D) a colorant; and (E) a solvent, wherein said alkaline soluble resin comprises a copolymer obtained from the copolymerization of 5-95 wt % of the monomer of formula (1): and 5-95 wt % of an ethylenically unsaturated monomer containing at least one carboxy group. The inventive photosensitive resin composition possesses good heat resistance, development properties, and adhesion properties and can be used in liquid crystal displays as a photosensitive material for the manufacture of color filters.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition capable of absorbing UV light, comprising inorganic particulates and a resin containing as a polymerized unit an acrylate monomer. The composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate so as to impart UV resistance and good weatherability to the coated substrate.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a photosensitive resin composition, comprising: (A) an alkaline soluble resin; (B) a multi-functional monomer; (C) a photoinitiator; (D) a colorant; and (E) a solvent, wherein said alkaline soluble resin comprises a copolymer obtained from the copolymerization of 5-95 wt % of the monomer of formula (1): and 5-95 wt % of an ethylenically unsaturated monomer containing at least one carboxy group. The inventive photosensitive resin composition possesses good heat resistance, development properties, and adhesion properties and can be used in liquid crystal displays as a photosensitive material for the manufacture of color filters.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a reflector comprising a substrate capable of reflecting light, characterized in that the reflector exhibits a gloss of less than 10% as determined when a light source is projected on the surface of the reflector at 60 degree. The reflector of the invention allows the light to be reflected uniformly and possesses a high reflectivity.

Abstract: The invention pertains to an optical film comprising a transparent substrate and at least one coating coated on the surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a polymeric matrix and inorganic nano particles dispersed therein. The inventive optical film possesses a light-focusing structure. The present invention further provides a method for enhancing the brightness of the panel boards of liquid crystal displays.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition capable of absorbing UV light, comprising inorganic particulates and a resin containing as a polymerized unit an acrylate monomer. The composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate so as to impart UV resistance and good weatherability to the coated substrate.

Abstract: The invention pertains to an optical film comprising a substrate, characterized in that at least one of the surfaces of the substrate has a coating capable of absorbing UV light. The inventive optical film possesses good weatherability and is capable of absorbing UV light.