Abstract: The compounds of the formula I or Ia ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is alkyl, aryl, alkoxy, alkenyl, arylalkyl, alkylaryl, aryloxy, fluoroalkyl, halogenoaryl, alkynyl, trialkylsilyl or a heteroaromatic radical,R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4, in addition to hydrogen, have the meanings given under R.sup.1 andR.sup.5 is hydrogen, alkyl, fluoroalkyl or alkenyl, can be obtained in a one-stage process by reaction of a compound II ##STR2## with (substituted) cyclopentadiene in the presence of a base. The compounds I and Ia are suitable as ligands for metallocene complexes which are used as catalysts in olefin polymerization.

Abstract: This invention is directed to the preparation of polymerizable monomers that are prepared from 1-(1-isocyanato-1-methylethyl)-3-(1-methylethenyl) benzene (m-TMI) and 1-(1-isocyanato-1-methylethyl)-4-(1-methylethenyl) benzene (p-TMI). The monomers prepared from m- and p-TMI can contain numerous chemical moieties, and when polymerized, produce polymers that have chemically bonded to the polymeric backbone the functional moiety. More specifically, these TMI derived monomers may contain chain breaking antioxidant moieties, peroxide decomposing antioxidant moieties, ultraviolet stabilizing moieties, triplet quenching moieties, and other chemical moieties that are useful in polymers.

Abstract: A plant growth enhancing composition comprising as an active ingredient a synergistic mixture of (a) gibberellins, (b) the heteroauxin indole-3-acetic acid and the cytokinin 6-(4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2-trans-betenylamino) purine in definite proportions. Application of the composition to the locus of various plants or to the seeds of a plant produces a wide variety of plant growth enhancing responses including, increasing yields; stimulating seed germination and breaking of dormancy; increasing flowering and fruiting; preventing lodging and freeze injury; aiding in the recovery of damaged crops and increasing root proliferation.

Abstract: This invention discloses methods for manufacture and use of poly(ammonium acrylate) and polyacrylamide hydrogels in agricultural applications. Such hydrogels are applied to the soil or the plants by spraying. Spraying is advantageous over other methods of application, such as mixing with soil and broadcasting because of enhanced plant contact, evenness of distribution, and reduced labor. The gels are prepared for spraying by adding water to provide a readily deformable polymer which will pass through a spray apparatus. The hydrogels sprayed may include additives including micronutrients, maconutrients, pesticides, microbes, plant growth regulators, surfactants, and freezing point modifiers. Use of the hydrogels saves irrigation water and ameliorates salting of irrigated cropland. Sprayed hydrogels may also be used to protect crops from freezing and to protect foliage from desiccation.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for separating methoxyisopropylamine and particularly to an improvement in the process for the recovery of methoxyisopropylamine from the reaction of methoxyisopropanol with ammonia under amination conditions. In this process water is produced as a byproduct and in the separation process an azeotrope is formed which comprises about 14% water and 86% methoxyisopropylamine at atmospheric pressure. The process for enhancing separation of the azeotrope comprises contacting the azeotrope of methoxyisopropylamine and water with diisopropylamine in sufficient amount to form the azeotrope of water and diisopropylamine and separating the azeotrope from the other materials in a distillation column. The overheads in this column is charged to a decanter where water is removed as a bottoms phase and the diisopropylamine as the upper phase and returned as reflux to the distillation volumn.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for preparing aromatic-substituted unsaturated amides. The process comprises treating a compound of the formula ##STR1## where Ar is C.sub.6 to C.sub.10 aryl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkoxy or haloalkyl, the alkyl moiety being C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 linear or branched or the group ##STR2## where Ar' is C.sub.6 to C.sub.10 aryl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 alkoxy or haloalkyl, the alkyl moiety being C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 linear or branched; and R and R' are the same or different and are hydrogen or C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl and can also be phenyl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.

Abstract: N-Alkenyl substituted hydroxylamines of formula I ##STR1## where R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, aryl or phenylalkyl, and R.sub.3 to R.sub.7 are independently hydrogen, alkyl or substituted alkyl are very effective process stabilizers for polymeric systems providing melt flow stabilization and resistance to discoloration during processing at elevated temperatures as well as effective stabilizers for lubricant compositions.

Abstract: An improved method for the decarbalkoxyation of alkylated .beta.-keto esters to obtain high yields of ketones. In accordance with the method, decarbalkoxylation of alkylated .beta.-keto esters is accomplished by heating the esters in the presence of dilute aqueous alkali and an effective amount of a phase-transfer agent. The method produces commercially practical yields of ketone in a manner which is facile, economical and environmentally safe. Novel methylene-linked pyrethroid ketones produced from the improved method exhibit insecticidal activity against various agricultural pests.

Abstract: There are disclosed novel complexes of nitric oxide and polyamines which are useful in treating cardiovascular disorders, including hypertension. The disclosed compounds release nitric oxide (endothelium-derived relaxing factor) under physiological conditions in a sustained and controllable fashion, and possess long mechanisms of action.

Abstract: 6-Epithioethyl-3-oxatricyclo [3.2.1.0.sup.2.4 ] octane, a novel compound, is prepared by reaction of the corresponding 6-epoxyethyl-3-oxatricyclo [3.2.1.0.sup.2.4 ] octane with an ammonium or alkali or alkaline earth metal thiocyanate or a thiourea, and useful as a monomer for preparations of, e.g., heat resistant plastics and plastics for optical use.

Abstract: Optically active derivatives of glycidol are disclosed. These novel compounds, (2S) and (2R) glycidyl m-nitrobenzenesulfonate and (2S) and (2R) glycidyl p-chlorobenzenesulfonate can be readily crystallized to high enantiomeric purity. Their use in other synthesis reactions is also described.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of amines by reaction of olefins with carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and a primary and/or secondary amine in the presence of rhodium and arylphosphines dissolved in water. Alkali metal salts, ammonium salts, and/or quaternary ammonium salts of sulfonated arylphosphines are used as the water-soluble arylphosphines.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel aryloxy indanamines of the formula ##STR1## wherein n, p and q are each independently 0, 1 or 2,Y and X are each independently lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, hydroxy, CF.sub.3, halogeno or when p or q are 2 and each of the Y or each of the X groups are on adjacent aryl carbon atoms, both of the X or both of the Y groups can be taken together to form a methylenedioxy moiety,R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are each independently hydrogen, lower alkyl, aralkyl, or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 taken together with the nitrogen to which they are attached are pyrrolidino, morpholino, piperidino, piperazino, or 4-methylpiperazino,or an acid addition salt thereof, which are useful as antidepressants and as inhibitors of synaptic norepinephrine and serotonin uptake.

Abstract: Novel 3-hydroxyl, 5-halo derivatized mevalonolactones and a stereospecific method of preparing a transsubstituted mevalonolactone.A stereospecific method of preparing a 3-hydroxyl 5-trans mevalonolactone of the formula ##STR1## wherein n is 0-12, R' is Ch.sub.3 (CH.sub.2).sub.m, wherein m is 0-8, and Z is as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Cyclopropanecarboxyamides of the general formula I ##STR1## Where R.sup.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl, fluorine, chlorine, bromine, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -haloalkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -haloalkoxy, R.sup.2 is hydrogen, fluorine, chlorine or bromine, with the proviso that R.sup.1 is not fluorine if R.sup.2 is H, and pesticides containing these compounds.

Abstract: Process is disclosed for the slective monoepoxidation of styrene, styrene analogs, and styrene derivatives. Such compounds are contacted with an oxygen-containing gas in the presence of a promoted, optionally supported silver catalyst under defined reaction conditions, thereby selectively producing opoxides in good yield.

Abstract: A test/control procedure and material is provided to facilitate standardization of immunostaining techniques and the assessment of their results. Pellets of an absorbent gel such as agar gel are caused to adsorb individual specific concentrations of an antigen of interest. The adsorbed antigens are confined to the individual pellets as by fixation or by enclosure in a diffusion-inhibiting barrier, and the pellets are installed in individual wells in a block of the gel in a manner to become integrated therein. The block may then be subjected to the same preparative routines as a tissue sample, sectioned and mounted like the sample, and then subjected to immunostaining by the same routine as the sample sections to provide a valid basis for assessment of the stained sample sections by comparison with the stained gel block sections. A gel block of suitable configuration is also disclosed.

Abstract: Symmetrically substituted N,N-dihydrocarbylhydroxylamines are prepared in a single step by the reaction of an aldehyde and hydroxylamine hydrochloride in an alcoholic solvent in the presence of hydrogen and a hydrogenation catalyst. The free N,N-dihydrocarbylhydroxylamine is liberated from the hydrochloride salt by treatment with alkali. N,N-dihydrocarbylhydroxylamines, particularly the N,N-dialkylhydroxylamines, are useful stabilizers for a variety of polymers.

Abstract: Methods of providing an image of the gastrointestional region of a patient and diagnosing the presence of any tumorous tissue in that region using contrast media comprising a combination of at least one polyphosphorylated aliphatic or polyphosphorylated alicyclic compound and at least one paramagnetic ion, wherein the aliphatic and alicyclic compounds comprise at least five carbon atoms, is described. Also described are diagnostic kits for gastrointestinal imaging which include the subject contrast media.

Abstract: Cotton plants may be rendered male sterile while retaining substantial female fertility by contracting the plants with a gametocidally effective amount of a novel compound which has the formula: ##STR1## where X is oxygen, sulfur, or ##STR2## and where R is a substituted and unsubstituted aryl, alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy and alkene group, and maintaining the effective amount for a sufficient time to form sterile plant flowers that can then be pollinated by a second variety cotton plant to provide cotton having hybrid cotton seeds.