Abstract: A weed removal device having a handle and a frame through which a rod extends. The rod has a mechanical lock near one end that connects the rod mechanically to the frame, and a base portion near the opposite end. The base portion includes pins that extend into soil around the weed to grasp the weed, and a foot pedal on which the user rests his weight to drive portions of the device into the soil. A spring is compressed when the pins are driven into the soil and grasp the weed, and upon removal of the weed and a plug of soil the mechanical lock can release the spring to expand and thereby eject the weed and soil with force sufficient to propel the weed many feed into a receptacle.

Abstract: The present invention identifies and quantifies changes in gene expression associated with non-small cell lung cancer NSCLC by examining gene expression in tissue from normal lung and diseased lung. The present invention also identifies and quantifies expression profiles which serve as useful diagnostic markers as well as markers that are useful to monitor disease states, disease progression, drug toxicity, drug efficacy and drug metabolism.

Abstract: The present invention identifies and quantifies changes in gene expression associated with non-small cell lung cancer NSCLC by examining gene expression in tissue from normal lung and diseased lung. The present invention also identifies and quantifies expression profiles which serve as useful diagnostic markers as well as markers that are useful to monitor disease states, disease progression, drug toxicity, drug efficacy and drug metabolism.

Abstract: A method measure expression of multiple target genes in a progenitor cell for bronchogenic carcinoma comprising the use of reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to allow simultaneous expression measurement of the multiple target genes is disclosed.

Abstract: A method measure expression of multiple target genes in a progenitor cell for bronchogenic carcinoma comprising the use of reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to allow simultaneous expression measurement of the multiple target genes is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for evaluating allelic variations with improved quality controls, methods of preparing such compositions, and applications employing such compositions and methods. In particular, the present invention provides methods and compositions for reducing false positives and/or false negatives in nucleic acid measurements.

Abstract: A method measure expression of multiple target genes in a progenitor cell for bronchogenic carcinoma comprising the use of reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to allow simultaneous expression measurement of the multiple target genes is disclosed.

Abstract: A method measure expression of multiple target genes in a progenitor cell for bronchogenic carcinoma comprising the use of reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) to allow simultaneous expression measurement of the multiple target genes is disclosed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for quantitative measurement of gene expression through multiplex competitive reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction amplification are disclosed. The method and apparatus are especially useful for analysis of small specimens of cells and tissues.

Abstract: A method is provided of forming a multi-pack container assembly having at least four containers joined together by a cross or plus shaped frangible web. The method includes the steps of providing at least one male mold member and at least one female mold member, disposing the mold members so as to define at least four container cavities separated by a cross or plus shaped web cavity, injecting the cavities with a plastics material to form the multi-pack container assembly, and releasing the multi-pack container assembly from the mold members. Preferably, the method is used to form multi-peck containers, such as yogurt or pudding containers, where each individual container can be easily separated from the multi-pack container assembly.

Abstract: A multi-pack container assembly comprises a plurality of containers and webs joining the containers, each web configured to include an area of reduced structural integrity for tearing a plurality of frangible ribs interconnecting adjacent containers and traversing the tearing area.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for attaching a trailer to a vehicle. An apparatus is provided having a winch attached to the trailer for pulling the trailer to the vehicle, a substantially flat strap connected to the winch at one end and having a flat attachment member with an aperture therethrough at the other end for placement over the ball portion of a hitch at the other end for connecting the trailer to the vehicle, and a multi-position arm attached to the trailer forward of the winch for lifting the receiver portion up and over the ball portion of the hitch when the strap is effectively shortened by winding it up on the winch. The arm is pivotally attached at one end by a block on the underside of the tongue of the trailer. A bearing member is disposed at the other end of the arm. The arm may be moved backward to a first-position and pinned in place so that it is tucked underneath the tongue for storage.

Abstract: A mechanism for mounting a spool on a shaft is the subject of the present invention. First and second bearing means are provided which are designed to fit over the shaft and be received within the openings of a large wooden spool. Each bearing has a frusto-conical annular surface so that it can accommodate different sized openings in the spool. A sleeve member abuts one of the bearings and is comprised of first and second sleeve components which are complementally threaded. Means is provided for rotating the two sleeve components relative to each other whereby the effective length of the sleeve may be increased or decreased. This provides means for providing a lateral force acting against one of the bearings which in turn controls the speed of rotation of the spool. When it is desired to stop rotation of the spool, the two sleeve components are turned relative to each other a sufficient distance so as to apply a lateral force against the spool a sufficient magnitude to stop all rotation.