Abstract: The present invention relates to plant biotechnology and specifically to a method for genetically transforming Camelina sativa with Agrobacterium-mediated transformation system. It comprises Camelina sativa for producing homologous and heterologous recombinant products including oil and protein products and assessing and screening the efficacy of plant transformation. Also disclosed are transgenic Camelina sativa plants, seeds as well as cells, cell-lines and tissue of Camelina sativa.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a method and a product to treat fungal nail infections and Athlete's foot in a fast and non expensive way. The product contains one or more lytic peptides in water solution.

Abstract: This disclosure shows that the BPV-1 E2 protein-dependent minichromosome maintenance element (MME) comprised of E2 multimeric binding sites can provide the stable maintenance replication function to the mouse polyomavirus (PyV) core origin plasmids in the presence of BPV-1 E2 protein and PyV large T-antigen (LT). MME dependent plasmids are lost with the frequency of 6% per generation. Significantly long stable maintenance replication can also be provided without selection pressure. We also demonstrate that PyV core origin maintenance function/replication activation could be provided by Epstein-Barr virus Family of repeats and EBNA1 protein. The maintenance of the Polyomavirus core origin plasmid was characterized by 13% loss of the plasmid during one cell generation in the case of EBV FR harboring plasmids.

Abstract: The invention relates to genetic manipulation and evaluation of soybean seed, particularly for the enlargement and use of endosperm tissue for galactomannan gum extraction. A method for combining several elements which have heretofore been misunderstood or were unknown, is presented. The resulting enlarged endosperm tissue has many commercial uses.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a process based on a source-sink principle, for producing products of interest from crushed or uncrushed germinating dicotyledonous seeds comprising an expression system, which is induced or can be induced during germination. The product is either a seed derived composition comprising one or more gene products. Alternatively, it is a product of interest obtained by placing the composition in contact with a substrate, containing a substance capable of being transformed by the seed derived composition as such, dried or in down-stream processed form.

Abstract: A novel gene isolated from Deschampsia antarctica coding for a lipase like protein is disclosed. A system for production of recombinant enzyme is also disclosed as well as uses for the enzyme.

Abstract: The present invention provides antimicrobials for efficient therapy of infections caused by bacterial pathogens. The antimicrobials include peptides corresponding to the active site of N-terminal extension of subunits composing specific adhesive organelles of virulence of pathogenic bacteria. These antimicrobial peptides inhibit surface expression of adhesive organelles and thus prevent development of infections caused by pathogenic bacteria. The invention describes also effective methods for screening molecules inhibiting the generation of the adhesive organelles.

Abstract: A novel gene isolated from Deschampsia antarctica coding for a lipase like protein is disclosed. A system for production of recombinant enzyme is also disclosed as well as uses for the enzyme.

Abstract: A floating, waterproof, hanging eyewear holder designed as a convenient receptacle for showering, exercising, swimming, and other situations where eyewear can be easily stored and retrieved. A pocket is made of two thin layers of plastic, molded together to create an air space in the rear of the pocket. The third, front layer of the pocket is webbed to allow easy evaporation of any liquid. A snap secures eyewear in the pocket. A molded, offset top hanger allows convenient suspension from such surfaces as a shower curtain rod, tree branch, or exercise bar. The end of the hanger is bent inward to form a toe, allowing the hanger to be hung on any flat surface, such as a chair arm, table, or window sill. A hole in the top of the hook accommodates a lanyard or a suction cup, allowing the hanger to be attached to glass or ceramic enclosures.

Abstract: The present invention provides structures of small molecules capable of modulating apoptotic cell death. More specifically, the structures relate to the structures of apoptotic active sites of mammalian alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) and albumin. Peptides mimicking the active site contain two sequences, Arg-Gly-Asp and Asp-X-X-Asp, wherein X means any amino acid. These sequences are needed in the same molecule for causing a wide range of biological activities. The peptides can be utilized to suppress apoptotic pathways by inhibiting the cytochrome c-mediated caspase activation. Thus, the peptides can be used to inhibit effects of apoptosis induced by oxidative stress, drugs, cytokines, Fas-ligand, alpha-fetoprotein, used to prevent apoptosis in culturing cells, in organ transplantation, in immunological autoimmune disorders and immunodeficiency syndrome induced by viral infection, or to diminish side cytotoxic effects after chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Abstract: A composition is provided to heal burns, wounds and other skin traumas of mammals. The composition is useful to treat sepsis and to improve skin formation as well. The composition comprises an antimicrobial peptide having amino acid sequence FAKKFAKKFKKFAKKFAKFAFAF.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a family of novel spatiotemporally active Rubisco promoters (SEQ ID NO: 1, 2, 3) obtainable from light grown Brassica seedlings. Furthermore the invention is related to transgene expression in specific plant organs or at specific stages of plant development. DNA constructs and expression cassettes comprising at least one of the promoter sequences functionally fused in frame with genes encoding desired gene products are disclosed. Seeds from transformed homologous and heterologous plants and from subsequent generation of the transformed plants are collected and used for efficient production of desired gene products, especially in contained conditions.

Abstract: This disclosure provides gene sequence of a novel gene DaRub1 of Deschampsia antarctica expressed at low temperatures. The promoter sequence of this gene is identified and characterized. The promoter is inducible at low temperature, upon wounding and after auxin-treatment. Additionally this disclosure shows improved low temperature tolerance of transgenic Eucalyptus plants expressing DaRub1 gene.

Abstract: A holder device designed for clasping containers of glue and primer used by plumbers for installing and repairing pipes. The main frame of the holder device is a unit member made of flexible material and further comprising a vertical arm and a horizontal member. The vertical arm has an upper end tongue and a free elongated portion at the lower end. The upper end tongue ends with a hook enabling the plumber to adjust the devise on a belt. The holder device also has through rectangular hole in the arm designed for hanging the devise on supporting structures. The elongated portion of the lower end of the arm facilitates this function while bringing more stability and increasing the useful life of the holder device. The horizontal member has a carrying part with clasps, designed for holding glue and primer containers by pressure grip. Use of the holder device facilitates the movement and decreases the oscillation and instability while carrying and hanging primer and glue containers.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with a peptide tag having sequence SSTSSDFRDR or GVSSTSSDFRDR derived from transactivator protein E2 of Bovine Papillomavirus type 1, and the fusion polypeptide containing said peptide tag, and the expression vector comprising the oligonucleotide sequence encoding said peptide tag. The invention relates also to the antibodies specific for the peptide tag and the methods for detecting and purifying tagged proteins.

Abstract: The present invention provides a molecular mechanism for gene containment in sexually reproducing transgenic plants. The mechanism is achieved with a molecular construct comprising a blocking construct (BC) that is inserted fully or partially into an intron of a transgene of interest (TGI). The TGI encodes desired gene products, such as heterologous or homologous proteins, peptides or other useful products. The expression of the BC leads to block of at least one molecular or physiological function that is essential for development or reproduction of the transgenic plant. Thereby the BC expression leads to death or incapacity of sexual reproduction of the plant. Moreover, the mechanism comprises an externally applicable recovering tool to recover the functions blocked by the BC. The recovering tool may be a recovering construct (RC).

Abstract: The wipe-dispensing device comprises a dispenser or container that keeps wipes isolated from the exterior of the device. The wipes are kept in the interior compartment of the dispenser or container. The top or lid of the device isolates the wipes in the interior compartment from the exterior of the device. This top or lid also secures the container from air, and seals the interior and exterior compartments of the device. Wipes are exposed when user manually presses a button on the lid or activates a sliding door which in turn shall expose the wiping surface of the wipe inside of the container. Therefore, the rest of the wipes are not exposed to the exterior, only the wipe that is in use. User may manually handle the device, expose the wipe for cleaning the desired surface, and thereafter user may pull the wipe and detach it from the device by tearing it off with a cutter slot of the device.

Abstract: The present invention discloses highly efficient novel recognition sites for Pro39 protease. The invention further provides a wide range of conditions for protein purification and modification with the novel recognition sites. The invention even further provides expression vectors for expression of fusion proteins in cells and method to purify fusion proteins.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a family of novel spatiotemporally active Rubisco promoters (SEQ ID NO: 1, 2, 3) obtainable from light grown Brassica seedlings. Furthermore the invention is related to transgene expression in specific plant organs or at specific stages of plant development. DNA constructs and expression cassettes comprising at least one of the promoter sequences functionally fused in frame with genes encoding desired gene products are disclosed. Seeds from transformed homologous and herterologous plants and from subsequent generation of the transformed plants are collected and used for efficient production of desired gene products, especially in contained conditions.