Abstract: In various embodiments, an improved flexible-composite material is described that comprises at least one scrim constructed from at least two unidirectional tape layers bonded together and at least one woven fabric, non-woven fabric, or membrane bonded to the scrim. In various embodiments, the unidirectional tape layers comprise a plurality of parallel fiber bundles comprising monofilaments within an adhesive resin. In various embodiments, the fiber bundles are separated by gaps that can be filled in by adhesive or non-adhesive resin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising one or more steviol glycosides which composition comprises nitrogen in an amount of no more than about 1000 ppm. The invention also relates to a method for preparing a steviol glycoside composition, which method comprises: providing a steviol glycoside composition; combining the steviol glycoside composition with water to form a steviol glycoside solution; and crystallizing a steviol glycoside composition from the solution. The invention also relates to a method for reducing the nitrogen content of a steviol glycoside composition, which method comprises: providing a steviol glycoside composition which comprises nitrogen; combining the steviol glycoside composition with water to form a steviol glycoside solution; and crystallizing a steviol glycoside composition from the solution, thereby to reduce the amount of nitrogen in the steviol glycoside composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of microbiology, specifically the field of production of a dairy food product using fermentation and the field of gene transfer by conjugation.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a method for manufacturing a laminated textile product comprising providing a first intermediate product comprising a primary backing having a front surface and a back surface, and yarns stitched into the primary backing, the yarns extending from the front surface of the backing material, feeding the intermediate product along a body having a heated surface, the back surface being pressed against the said heated surface, to at least partly melt the yarns present in the intermediate product to bond the yarns to the backing, wherein the part of the back surface that is pressed against the heated surface has a relative speed with respect to the heated surface, so as to provide a second intermediate product having a calendered back surface, providing a dimensionally stable carrier sheet or secondary backing, and connecting the second intermediate product to the carrier sheet by providing a hot melt adhesive between the calendered surface and the sheet, and pressing the sheet to t

Abstract: The invention relates to an integrated process for alcohol production from lignocellulosic material.

Abstract: The current invention relates to a method of isolating lipids from a lipids containing biomass with aid of hydrophobic silica and to an oil and to a delipidated biomass as obtained by such a method.

Abstract: The invention provides recombinant host organisms genetically modified with a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) synthase system and one or more accessory proteins that allow for and/or improve the production of PUFAs in the host organism. The present invention also relates to methods of making and using such organisms as well as products obtained from such organisms.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for producing three-dimensional objects are disclosed. In an embodiment, an apparatus for solid freeform fabrication comprises a movable nozzle comprising a nozzle opening, a heating element connected to the movable nozzle, a driver connected to the movable nozzle, a platform for receiving a build material from the movable nozzle, and a hopper for providing the build material to the driver, the hopper comprising a hopper opening, wherein the nozzle opening and the hopper opening are capable of simultaneous alignment on a straight axis such that the build material, when present, is capable of traveling along the straight axis at least from the hopper opening until the build material attains a flowable state.

Abstract: This disclosure concerns recombinant host organisms genetically modified with a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) synthase system and one or more accessory proteins that allow for and/or improve the production of PUFAs in the host organism. The disclosure also concerns methods of making and using such organisms as well as products obtained from such organisms.

Abstract: The invention relates to a branched carboxylic acid functional polyester resin P as described herein. The invention further relates to a thermosetting powder coating composition (PCC A) comprising a binder K, said binder K comprising the P and a crosslinker X. The invention further relates to a cured PCC A. The invention further relates to a process for making said PCC A and processes for coating an article with said PCC A. The invention further relates to an article having coated thereon said PCC A as well as to an article having coated and cured thereon said PCC A. The invention further relates to a thermosetting powder coating composition B (PCC B) comprising a physical mixture of the thermosetting powder coating composition A (PCC A) with a separate, distinct thermosetting powder coating composition A1 (PCC A1). The invention further relates to a process for making said thermosetting powder coating composition B and processes for coating an article with said PCC B.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tape, comprising at least one layer comprising a. endless fiber in an total amount of at least 40 volume % as compared to the total volume of the layer and b. a thermoplastic matrix comprising one or more polyamides containing one or more aliphatic monomeric units, c. and optionally heat stabilizer, flame retardant, colorant, lubricant, mold release agent, UV stabilizer, impact modifier, laser absorbing additive as well as combinations thereof; wherein the one or more polyamides have a CH2-ratio of at least 5.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayer composite comprising a layer of leather in contact with at least one monolayer comprising parallel aligned fibers and a matrix material. The composite may further comprise film layer(s) that may be breathable and/or waterproof. The multilayer composite material is suitable for use in clothing and outdoor gear and apparel.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of the combination of 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 (“25-OH D3”) and antioxidants/anti-inflammatories (ascorbic acid, vitamin E and at least one carotenoid) to make a pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or food supplement which can ameliorate various problems observed in humans connected with polycystic ovarian syndrome and cardiovascular diseases. Pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and food supplements containing the 25-OH D3 and antioxidants/anti-inflammatories and premixes are also provided.

Abstract: Methods for managing the body mass index, the body fat percentage and/or the distribution of fat storage sites of humans are provided, and more particularly the use of food compositions for managing the body mass index, the body fat percentage and/or the distribution of fat storage sites by administering to a human in need of managing body mass index, body fat percentage and/or distribution of fat storage sites an effective amount of a food formulation comprised of an esterified pectin having a degree of esterification (DE) of less than 65%.

Abstract: The present patent application relates a process for the production of compressed tablets using specific coated particles, wherein the coating (system) comprises at least one wax and/or at least one fat. Furthermore it relates to compressed (compacted) tablets and as well as to specific coated particles.

Abstract: Mixtures of vitamin E and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are provided as agents for the prevention, control and/or treatment of conditions associated with excessive fat accumulation in the liver which is not caused by alcohol abuse, including control and/or treatment of non-alcoholic steatosis in the liver—known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—and/or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) in a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: The current invention relates to a method of separating lipids from a lipids containing biomass by demulsification under mild conditions, to an oil and to a delipidated biomass as obtained by such a method.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to compositions and methods for combating inflammatory disease and particularly to the use of food and/or feed compositions for preventing, reducing and/or treating inflammatory disorders, diseases, or discomforts, wherein the compositions comprising at least one specific pectin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to water dispersible formulations of 3-nitrooxypropanol and derivatives thereof as well as to the production of such formulations.