Abstract: The disclosure provides for methods of repelling, directing, altering the behavior, and controlling an insect by utilizing a compound or composition described herein. The disclosure also provides for methods of promoting the health of an insect by repelling a pest that preys on insect and/or by providing an antibiotic or nutritional supplement composition to an insect. The disclosure also provides for a composition including at least one repelling, controlling, or directing compound or composition described herein together with an insecticide, herbicide, fungicide, or miticide. Compounds, compositions, seeds, and plants useful in these methods are also described.

Abstract: The present invention is for an acidic cleaning composition which has excellent cleaning performance, low toxicity and good antimicrobial efficacy. The inventive acidic cleaning compositions are capable of sanitizing or disinfecting a variety of hard surfaces. The inventive acidic cleaning compositions can take a variety of forms, such as: disinfecting wipes, all-purpose disinfecting sprays, kitchen cleaners, bathroom cleaners, toilet cleaners, etc. The compositions may meet EPA DfE requirements, EPA category III or IV requirements, and/or be safe for use on food contact surfaces without rinsing. The compositions may include citric acid, an anionic surfactant, a non-volatile glycol solvent, a fatty acid, and water. The compositions may be free of other sanitizing acids, quaternary ammonium compounds, biguanides, peroxides, hypohalites, etc., and have a pH of less than 2.5. The composition may provide sanitization or disinfection against a target microbe within 5 minutes or less, or 4 minutes or less.

Abstract: Antimicrobial compositions including at least one acid and at least one anionic surfactant are provided. In particular, food contact antimicrobial compositions including at least one acid and at least one anionic surfactant provide a no-rinse compositions efficacious against Norovirus, having acceptable use solution pH that do not require use of personal protective equipment (PPE), are surface compatible and do not leave residues on treated surfaces are provided. Methods of cleaning a surface with the compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Antimicrobial compositions including at least one acid and at least one anionic surfactant are provided. In particular, food contact antimicrobial compositions including at least one acid and at least one anionic surfactant provide efficacious virucidal activity, including against Norovirus, having acceptable use solution pH that do not require use of personal protective equipment (PPE), are surface compatible and do not leave residues on treated surfaces. Methods of cleaning a surface with the compositions are also provided and may beneficially eliminate the need to rinse the antimicrobial compositions after use.

Abstract: A larvae counter comprising a first container for receiving water, eggs of insects and/or larvae, a second container in fluid communication with the first container for receiving water and larvae from the first container, and a larvae counting module in fluid communication with the second container for receiving water and larvae from the second container and counting the larvae.

Abstract: Methods of forming spinel ferrite nanoparticles containing a chromium-substituted copper ferrite as well as properties (e.g. particle size, crystallite size, pore size, surface area) of these spinel ferrite nanoparticles are described. Methods of preventing or reducing microbe growth on a surface by applying these spinel ferrite nanoparticles onto the surface in the form of a suspension or an antimicrobial product are also described.

Abstract: An oral care article in form of a strip for use in the oral cavity. The oral care article comprises a solid hydrophobic delivery carrier comprising solid hydrophilic particles comprising an active agent for oral care. The active agent(s) for oral care can include bleaching agent(s), antimicrobial agent(s), anti-calculus agent(s), healing agent(s), anti-caries agent(s), dentinal desensitizing agent(s), anesthetic agent(s), antifungal agent(s), coolant(s), anti-inflammatory agent(s), selective H-2 antagonist(s), nutrient(s), erythritol, probiotics, fluoride ion source(s), or combinations thereof. The concentration of the active agent for oral care at a first surface of the solid hydrophobic delivery carrier is greater than the concentration of the active agent at a second surface of the solid hydrophobic delivery carrier.

Abstract: An article in form of a strip for use in the oral cavity. The article includes a water insoluble delivery carrier comprising solid hydrophilic particles comprising at least one active agent for oral care, wherein: (i) at least about 20 parts by weight of the solid hydrophilic particles (20) dissolve in about 100 parts by weight of water, and/or (ii) wherein the solid hydrophilic particles (20) swell by at least about 50% in water. The active agent(s) can include bleaching agent(s), antimicrobial agent(s), anti-calculus agent(s), healing agent(s), anti-caries agent(s), dentinal desensitizing agent(s), anesthetic agent(s), antifungal agent(s), coolant(s), anti-inflammatory agent(s), selective H-2 antagonist(s), nutrient(s), erythritol, probiotics, fluoride ion source(s), or combinations thereof.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of use thereof for delivering an insecticide to water-borne insect larvae are provided. Whereas individual cells of the insecticidal bacteria such as Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), are effective in killing insect larvae when ingested by same, their use in aqueous environments is restricted by the time that the bacterial cells remain suspended in water and hence available for ingestion by the larvae. To increase the time that the insecticidal bacteria remain in suspension, it has now been found advantageous to mix bacterial suspensions with nanoparticles comprising carbon that attach to the external surface of the cells.

Abstract: A polymer composition comprising an antimicrobial material for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms in close proximity to said polymer composition. The polymer composition comprises: (a) a polymeric substrate comprising a first polymer and a second polymer, and (b) an antimicrobial material comprising coniferous resin acid(s) dispersed in the polymeric substrate. The water contact angle of the first polymer is not more than 80°.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the vegetative insecticidal proteins (Vips) modified to comprise heterologous bacterial carbohydrate binding modules and the methods of use thereof. Expression of modified proteins resulted in variations to activity against lepidopteran pest species of agricultural importance such as Corn earworm and Fall armyworm conveying broad spectrum insect control.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide feedstuffs for ruminants with high nutritional value capable of promoting rumination. According to the present invention, feedstuffs for ruminants containing a kraft pulp derived from a lignocellulosic material are provided, wherein the kraft pulp has a Canadian standard freeness of 400 ml or more.

Abstract: Disclosed are thickened organic liquid compositions comprising an organic liquid and a polymeric rheology modifier wherein the polymeric rheology modifier is obtainable by co-polymerizing at least two of a bicyclic (meth)acrylate ester, an alkyl (meth)acrylate, and an aromatic vinyl monomer. Also disclosed are thickened organic liquid dispersions with suspended solids and methods of stabilizing dispersions using polymeric rheology modifiers.

Abstract: The composition of the present invention includes tungsten oxide particle, inorganic particle other than tungsten oxide particle, and a solvent. The inorganic particle is preferably made of a clay mineral. The clay mineral is preferably bentonite, saponite, or mica. The volume median diameter (D50) of the tungsten oxide particle is preferably 0.01 ?m or more and 10.0 ?m or less.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition according to the present invention comprises: (a) at least one particle comprising at least one cationic polymer, at least one anionic polymer, and at least one hydrophilic or water-soluble UV filter; and (b) at least one physiologically acceptable volatile medium. The composition according to the present invention is stable, and can have a variety of cosmetic functions. For example, the composition according to the present invention can prepare a film which can have cosmetic effects such as UV filtering, as well as absorbing or adsorbing malodor, changing the appearance of a keratin substrate such as skin, changing the feel to the touch of the keratin substrate, and/or protecting the keratin substrate from, for example, dirt or pollutants.

Abstract: A plant treatment composition comprising: an aqueous phase comprising a plant nutrient; and an organic phase comprising a substituted urea or substituted thiourea compound, dissolved in an organic solvent; and an emulsifier; wherein the composition is in the form of an emulsion having droplets of the organic phase dispersed in the aqueous phase.

Abstract: The invention relates to a formulation comprising: 2-undecanone in an amount of about 5% to about 50%; at least one hydrophobic base in an amount of about 5% to about 65%; at least one alcohol in an amount of about 5% to about 50%; and at least one emulsifier in an amount of about 5% to about 15% and methods of repelling insects and ticks by applying to a subject or a substrate a formulation of the invention.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a system and device for attraction of pests. This system comprises CO2-releasing microorganisms, and also nutrients specific to these microorganisms, and this system, or the device, comprises one or more biodegradable biopolymers and allows CO2, and optionally other attractants, to be released over a period of more than 20 days. Furthermore, the present application provides for the use of such a system or such a device for the attraction of pests, more particularly of maize or potato pests, such as larvae of the Western corn rootworm or wire worm. The present application is also directed, lastly, to methods for attracting pests, more particularly pests of maize or potatoes, such as the larvae of the Western corn rootworm, or for wire worms, with the systems or devices of the invention being positioned in the immediate vicinity of the plants, but preferably not directly on the plants.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an isolated, recombinant, or synthetic polynucleotide comprising a FIT1 protein, and homologs, fragments, and variations thereof. The disclosure further relates to transgenic plants, plant parts, and plant cells comprising one or more of these polynucleotides, and exhibit resistance or tolerance to a pathogen, such as Phakopsora pachyrhizi. The disclosure further relates to methods of genetically engineering a pathogen resistance or tolerance trait in a plant, plant part, or plant cell, comprising targeted gene editing of a FIT1 homolog, and plants produced therefrom. The disclosure further relates to methods for identifying new functional FIT1 genes and/or alleles thereof.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a composition suitable for topical application that comprises a naturally derived preservative having benzoic acid or a derivative thereof. The composition is stable when preserved with the naturally derived preservative and when at a pH that is above the natural pH of skin to as high as 7.25.

Abstract: A methods and systems are disclosed for coating a large oven cavity. A method of coating an oven includes spraying a coating at room temperature onto a plurality of surfaces in the oven cavity in one or more layers and manipulating the oven to position the plurality of surfaces while spraying in various embodiments. An article includes an oven having a cavity, where the cavity has a surface with a volume of about 3 ft3 to about 7 ft3, and a coating on the surface of the cavity, the coating including a sol-gel ceramic.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides formulations of pyrethroid compounds comprising nanoparticles of polymer-associated pyrethroid compounds along with various formulating agents. The present disclosure also provides methods for producing and using these formulations. The disclosure describes various formulations and formulating agents that can be included in the formulations. Additionally, the disclosures describes application to various plants and pests as well as advantages of the disclosed formulations.

Abstract: Water-based formulations (EW) are provided containing no VOC's or alternatively are low in VOC's for wide area space spray to control mosquitoes, flies, and other public health pests. Application via ULV, these formulations have been observed to provide significantly superior control of pests when compared to competitive adulticides. The present formulations provide exceptional preservation of both droplet density in the spray cloud and droplet size as measured by volume mean diameter (VmD). The present formulations provide superior bio-efficacy as measured by both mortality and knockdown of target organisms. The present formulations provide superior biological control, droplet density, and droplet size when applied at concentrations 20-80× less than competitive formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid spreading composition with ectoparasiticidal activity. The invention also relates to a method and use of such a liquid spreading composition for combating ectoparasites in human and veterinary medicine, as well as in agricultural, horticultural and/or garden environments. The composition comprises at least one emollient ester and isohexadecane, wherein the weight ratio of said at least one emollient ester to isohexadecane is within 1:9 to 7:3. The invention improves the spreading properties of a composition enabling it for an efficient delivery of an active substance or substances over the surface of the host on which it is applied. The spreading composition may also be used alone for an efficient ectoparasiticidal treatment in human and veterinary medicine, as well as for combating ectoparasites in agricultural, horticultural and/or garden environments.

Abstract: A multi-purpose auxiliary device includes: a first body having a holding portion and docking portion, a second body combined with the first body, and a round head kit sleeved on the first body. The docking portion has a semi-spherical enlarged portion having configurations for key operations. When the round head kit is sleeved on the center pillar of the enlarged portion, the first body serves as a capacitive stylus for operating an LCD monitor. When the round head kit is not sleeved on the center pillar, the first body serves as a resistive stylus for operating the LCD monitor, or serves as an electronic credit card signature by using an edge of the holding portion, thus providing versatility and frequency of use for the auxiliary device, and preventing effects of dirt or germs on hands.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of compositions which contain A) one or more copolymers, said copolymers containing one or more structural units resulting from a) 19.9 to 75.9 wt.-% of glycerin, b) 0.1 to 30 wt.-% of at least one dicarboxylic acid, and c) 24 to 80 wt.-% of at least one monocarboxylic acid according to formula (I): R1—COOH, wherein R1 is (C5-C29) alkyl; (C7-C29) alkenyl; phenyl or naphthyl, and B) water for reducing drift during the application of a spray emulsion that contains one or more pesticides.

Abstract: A core-shell nanowire, a method of forming the core-shell nanowire and a stretchable composite comprising the core-shell nanowire are provided. The core-shell nanowire comprises a core comprising a conductive metal and a shell comprising a biocompatible metal. The method of forming the core-shell nanowire comprises a step of forming a core-shell nanowire by carrying out epitaxial growth of a biocompatible metal on a surface of a core comprising a conductive metal. The stretchable composite comprises a first core-shell nanowire/polymer composite comprising first core-shell nanowires and a first polymer, a first insulating layer disposed on the first core-shell nanowire/polymer composite, and a second core-shell nanowire/polymer composite disposed on the first insulating layer and comprising second core-shell nanowires and a second polymer.

Abstract: Methods for removing biofilm or preventing biofilm formation from surfaces are provided, the methods comprising applying compositions to the surface to remove the biofilm or inhibit its formation, the compositions comprising polymers derived from alkyl polyglucosides functionalized with cationic side chains.

Abstract: An adjuvant composition for modifying the spray properties of an aqueous pesticide composition contains (a) at least one fatty deposition control agent, and (b)(ii) a liquid medium, one or more hydrotropes, and, optionally one or more surfactants, or (b)(ii) one or more surfactants, and adjuvant compositions for modifying the spray properties of an aqueous pesticide composition contains (c) at least one deposition control agent, and (d)(ii) a liquid medium, one or more hydrotropes, and, optionally one or more surfactants, or (d)(ii) one or more surfactants, and use thereof in agricultural applications.

Abstract: The aim of the invention is to provide a biocide composition which consists of a commercial natural olive leaf extract (olea europea) and a carrier which allows administering the plant extract in the beehive, preferably syrup (50% w/v sucrose dissolution) to inhibit the growth of the Paenibacillus larvae bacteria in all the phases of its biological cycle, both in its vegetative state and as a spore, along with Melissococcus plutomius and/or Nosema spp. achieving a curative treatment or the prophylaxis of the disease in the Apis mellifera larvae and adult bees. The active substance is preferably oleuropein, a secoiridoid glucoside, naturally present in plants of the Oleaceae family, although in lower concentrations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, methods and products for providing nutrition to insects such as bees, e.g., honey bees. Certain embodiments of the present invention also relate to methods of providing nutrition to bees e.g., colonies of bees together with methods of preparing a composition for providing nutrition to bees.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for the stable transformation of meristem explants from cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata) and dry beans (Phaseolus vulgaris).

Abstract: There is described a topical composition for application of an NSAID comprising ibuprofen, the composition comprising a solution or suspension of the NSAID as active ingredient in a residual carrier system comprising a polyhydric alcohol, a glycol ether, an ester of a higher fatty acid and optionally water, the ingredients of the residual carrier system having the following concentrations in percentages by weight: polyhydric alcohol 50-90 glycol ether 7.5-40 ester 0.5-5 water optional in which either the composition or the residual phase is in a single phase under ambient conditions and the maximum water concentration is that above which the composition or the residual phase exhibits signs of inhomogeneity.

Abstract: An encapsulation composition is described. The composition comprises a plurality of capsules, each capsule comprising an amphiphilic material encapsulating a pyrethroid. The encapsulated pyrethroid has a release rate less than the release rate of the unencapsulated pyrethroid. Coated fabric products are also described.

Abstract: Methods of treating a wound of a subject using a composition which includes graphene oxide (GO) and hyaluronic acid (HA) that are covalently linked, XAV939, and water. The composition can also include a surfactant, such as PEG. The composition can be topically administered to a subject to treat a wound of the subject.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new, solvent-based emulsifiable concentrates of agrochemical active compounds, a process for the preparation of these formulations and their use for the application of the active compounds contained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lighting element including an insect repelling element.

Abstract: Methods for producing insect product are provided that include wet-grinding at least one whole insect into an insect slurry and drying the insect slurry to form a dried insect product comprising solid insect matter particles. Methods for producing a chitin product are also provided that include wet-grinding at least one whole insect into an insect slurry and removing chitin from at least a portion of the insect slurry. Insect products are also provided that include a composition derived from at least one whole insect and has solid insect matter particles, in which the composition has a peroxide value of about 30 meq/kg of fat or less and about 90% of the solid insect matter particles, by volume, has a particle size of about 1000 ?m or less.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antiviral dispersion liquid, a method for producing the same, and an antiviral formed product. This dispersion liquid contains copper compound fine particles and a stabilizer in a non-aqueous solvent, and the copper compound fine particles are coated with fatty acid. The copper compound fine particles are dispersed in a dispersion medium homogeneously and stably, thereby to exhibit efficiently the antiviral properties of the copper compound fine particles.

Abstract: Compositions that include: from 5 wt-% to 70 wt-% of one or more plant based oils based on the total weight of the composition; from 35 wt-% to 95 wt-% of an aqueous phase based on the total weight of the composition; not greater than 7.5 wt-% of one or more surfactants based on the total weight of the composition; and not greater than 3 wt-% of a viscosity modifier of, wherein the composition has a pH from 4.5 to 9.5, the composition is an oil in water (o/w) emulsion, and the composition is edible. Methods of utilizing disclosed compositions are also included.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of treating a viral infection caused by or associated with SARS-CoV-2 in a subject, the method comprising administering to the subject by inhalation intraorally and/or intranasally a therapeutically effective amount of a formulation comprising niclosamide, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a cyclodextrin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use, in a cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical composition, of at least one compound of formula (I): in which: R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl or ethyl radical; R3 represents a linear C1-C12 alkyl radical, optionally substituted with a hydroxyl group; or a linear C2-C12 alkenyl radical, optionally substituted with a hydroxyl group; as a preserving agent. The invention also relates to certain novel compounds and to the cosmetic, dermatological or pharmaceutical compositions comprising them.

Abstract: A composition for a formulation additive that is water free that can be added to a formulation or other solution to increase its sanitizing persistence capabilities. The composition can include, by weight, from about 20% to about 70% cyclomethicone; from about 16% to about 35% quaternary ammonium salt; from about 16% to about 50% solvent; and from about 0% to about 35% emulsifier.

Abstract: An insecticidal composition is disclosed that contains two active ingredients, which are transfluthrin and imiprothrin. The insecticide composition may further contain at least one of a solvent and a propellant. The weight percentage of each of the active ingredients may be about 0.01% to 0.5% by weight.

Abstract: The invention relates to the fields of microbiology and health care, in particular to means and methods for minimizing the spread of hospital-acquired (HA) infections e.g. between patients and healthcare workers. Provided is an antimicrobial composition comprising an antimicrobial agent, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier material and a polymer, the polymer being an N-vinyl lactam copolymer, and the composition being capable of forming a slow release antimicrobial film when applied to a skin surface.

Abstract: A product includes a metallogel material having metal ions dispersed in an assembly having an organic compound. A method includes combining a metal salt, an organic compound precursor, and a glyme for forming a metallogel material having metal ions dispersed in an assembly having an organic compound.

Abstract: A rubber composition is disclosed. The composition comprises a blend based on 100 parts by weight (phr) of diene elastomers: 5 to 95 phr of a first diene elastomer, 5 to 50 phr of a hydrogenated styrenic block copolymer (HSBC), 50 to 200 phr of a filler, up to 25 phr of a plasticizer. The HSBC has a melt flow ratio of 1.0 to 50.0 measured according to ASTM D-1238 at 230° C. and 2.16 kg load, a Shore A hardness of 40 to 80 measured according to ASTM D-2240, a DMA peak tan delta temperature of 0° C. to 40° C. at 1 Hz measured according to ASTM D-4065, and an order-disorder transition temperature of 200° C. to 300° C. The composition does not comprise a resin, a plasticizer, or comprises a resin or a plasticizer in an amount of less than 20 phr.

Abstract: A portable breast light assembly, having a housing with a sidewall. An electrical assembly has a control panel having a power switch, a timer controller, an intensity controller, a screen, and at least one light source to emit visible light at a predetermined wavelength. The present invention further has a cap assembly. The timer controller controls at least one range of operating time. The intensity controller controls at least one level of light intensity. The electrical assembly has a sensor. The sensor is connected to circuitry that is connected to the at least one light source. The cap assembly has a cover. The cover contacts the sensor. The light emitted by the at least one light source illuminates a breast when the cover is biased against the breast with a predetermined force.

Abstract: Embodiments exemplify an ambidextrous multifunctional personal protection finger-mounted keyring ergonomic microbial surface contact mitigation stylus tool, grasped by a user to mitigate hand contact with surfaces, and electrically interact with a capacitive device touchscreen. The stylus tool can also effect force transmission and motion to a movable surface, and can include a rigid elongated stem having a proximal end with at least a transverse aperture that supports a removably and pivotably docked ring can be used as a rotationally locking keyring and the fulcrum of a third-class lever. The stylus tool can further include a compliantly coupled and ejectable cap on the stem distal end, and a mechanism that includes an ergonomic actuator to removably separate, without the user hand touching the cap, eject the disposable and replaceable cap from the stem by axially sliding thereon, and optionally activating a capacitive device touchscreen.

Abstract: Formulations of pesticides are disclosed, specifically pesticidal blends of essential oils and other ingredients, that have been found to enhance the activity of the active pesticidal ingredients. The formulations may be, for example, emulsions or dust formulations. For example, a composition for controlling a target pest is disclosed that comprises at least one active agent and a formulation agent, wherein: the active agent is capable of interacting with a receptor in the target pest; the active agent has a first activity against the target pest when applied without the formulation agent and the composition has a second activity against the target pest; and the second activity is greater than the first activity.