Abstract: Improvements in tuft bind and/or elongation of tufted carpet may be achieved by selecting, as components of a tuft bind adhesive, one or more of: i) a polyol component comprising a low or ultra-low unsaturation polyoxypropylene polyol optionally containing up to 30 weight percent oxyethylene moieties, and ii) a chain extender component comprising 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel benzofuran and dihydrobenzofuran compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, and methods of treating beta-3 adrenoreceptor-mediated conditions with such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel device and method for the detection of lithium ions in a biological fluid. In a preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a novel compound and a optical sensor which incorporates said compound for the detection of lithium ions. Additionally, the present invention provides a method of detecting lithium ions which comprises placing the novel optical sensor into communication with a biological fluid. Once the novel compound of the present invention encounters a lithium ion(s), a fluorescence is generated, the intensity of which is measured and allows for the determination of lithium ion concentration. The present invention provides a medical professional with the ability to selectively determine lithium ion concentration in a biological fluid thereby facilitating the treatment of various diseases, such as manic-depressive illness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing 2-haloalkylnicotinic acids and haloalkylnicotinic acid derivatives starting from halomethyl-substituted enones and 3-dialkylaminoacrylic esters and also to intermediates of the process according to the invention.

Abstract: A digital data storage assembly (2), e.g., a flexible thin film compact disc, is described. Digital data storage assembly (2) includes, (a) a thin film data storage carrier (11), having substantially opposed first (14) and second (17) surfaces, an aperture (20), and at least one tab (23, 26) extending partially into aperture (20). The assembly (2) also includes, (b) a rigid support (29) having substantially opposed first (32) and second (35) surfaces, and an aperture (38). The assembly (2) further includes, (c) a locking device (41) positioned at least partially around aperture (38) of rigid support (29). Locking device (41) includes at least one shelf (44, 47) extending out over a portion of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29). The shelf (e.g., 44) and a portion (e.g., 53) of the first surface (32) of rigid support (29) residing thereunder together define a tapered slot (e.g., 62), having an open end (59) and a closed end (56).

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the general formula (I) in which X represents O, S, SO, SO2, CH2, CHF, CF2 or NR8, and Z represents a group of the formula in which A represents O or S, the subscript “a” is 0 or 1, group D represents a straight-chain (C1-C4)-alkylene group, and R36 represents OR37 or NR38R39. It also relates to processes for preparation of such compounds and to their use in medicaments for the treatment of depression, goiter, cancer of the thyroid gland, arteriosclerosis, hypercholesterolaemia, dyslipidaemia, obesity, cardiac insufficiency, pulmonary emphysema, pain, migraine, Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis, cardiac arrhythmias, hypothyroidism, skin disorders or diabetes.

Abstract: There are described new active compound combinations of a compound of the formula (I) with known fungicidal active compounds, and their use for the control of phytopathogenic fungi.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of sulphonamide-substituted imidazotriazinones of the general formula (I) characterized in that compounds of the formula (II) are reacted with sulphuric acid and the products obtained are then reacted with thionyl chloride and converted in situ in an inert solvent using an amine into the compounds according to the invention and, if appropriate, reacted to give the corresponding salts, hydrates or N-oxides.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel isoxazolo pyrimidinones of general formula (I), a method for producing the same and the pharmaceutical use thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyether-modified, water-dispersible polyisocyanate mixtures, a process for their production and their use as initial component in the production of polyurethane plastics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of polyether polyols by polyaddition of alkylene oxides onto starter compounds containing active hydrogen atoms conducted in the presence of a double-metal cyanide catalyst wherein a reaction mixture is guided at least once through a zone which has an energy density of at least 105 J/m3 and wherein the residence time of the reaction mixture in this zone is at least 10−6 seconds per pass.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to naphthyridine derivatives of the formula 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to anilinopyrazole compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and methods for treating diabetes and related disorders.

Abstract: An analysis system for a process, having:

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample obtained from the patient, wherein Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 expression is indicative of the presence of colorectal cancer. The invention further relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample, in addition to detecting the presence of one or more additional colorectal cancer associated markers.

Abstract: Method for detecting at least one analyte, and device for performing the method comprising a measurement electrode having a biofunctional surface having recognition elements for the analyte, and one or more counterelectrodes. Analyte labeled with electrically active labeling units is brought into contact with the biofunctional surface. Either (a) a time-varying voltage or (b) a time-varying current is applied between a first counterelectrode and the measurement electrode. A measurement is made of either in case (a) the current or in case (b) the voltage between the first counterelectrode and the measurement electrode. Alternatively, a measurement is made of either in case (a) the current or in case (b) the voltage between a second or subsequent counterelectrode and the measurement electrode. This abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the meaning or scope of the claims. 37 CFR § 1.72(b).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the manufacture of three-dimensional acoustically sound automotive insulation parts. In particular, the process includes mixing a two component polyurethane resin, applying the resin to a substrate, molding the substrate and then trimming and demolding the resin applied substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polyaspartate mixtures containing a) 5 to 70 equiv. %, based on the total equivalents of aspartate groups, of a cyclic polyaspartate corresponding to the formula wherein X1 represents the residue obtained by removing the amino groups from a cyclic polyamine having a functionality of n, R1 and R2 are identical or different and represent organic groups which are inert to isocyanate groups at a temperature of 100° C. or less, R3 and R4 are identical or different and represent hydrogen or organic groups which are inert towards isocyanate groups at a temperature of 100° C. or less and n is 2 to 4, and b) 30 to 95 equiv.

Abstract: This invention relates to the preparation of N,N′-carbonyldiazoles in a particularly advantageous manner by reacting corresponding azolide salts with phosgene in an aromatic compound or an ether as solvent. The azolide salts are preferably prepared by a novel process from an azole that is reacted with a compound of the formula M′R7 or MgR8Z′ in the presence of a solvent.

Abstract: There are described derivatives of benzoylcyclohexanediones of the formula (I) and their use as herbicides. In this formula (I), R1a, R1b, R1c, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are various radicals, X1 is a bridging atom, X2 a carbon chain and X3 a chalcogen atom.