Abstract: A composition that includes an activatable aggregate is described herein. The aggregate has a core and a shell. In some embodiments, when the aggregate is exposed to acoustic energy, the core of the aggregate includes a hydrogel that is capable of absorbing a relatively large amount of water. The core of the aggregate is covalently bound to a shell of linear aliphatic moieties. The aggregate is synthesized to minimize the amount of water in the core, prior to exposure to acoustic energy. Methods of hydrating using the compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Technologies are generally described for a method and compounds for managing dag on hair. The method of managing dag on hair includes applying a low energy compound including a silicone and a terminal reactive group to the hair and applying a hair binding moiety to the hair for functionalizing the low energy compound, at its terminal reactive group, to bind to the hair. The applied low energy compound enables ease of removal of dag from the hair or mitigation of dag formation on the hair. The functionalized low energy compound may be made prior to the application to the hair.

Abstract: Functionalized microspheres for being dispersed in matrix materials to reduce the density and weight of the materials may be configured to include a covalently bound surface component which is configured to covalently bond with the matrix material so that when combined with the matrix material a strong, light-weight matrix material may be produced.

Abstract: Presented herein are compositions and articles including a crosslinkable polymer that produces a crosslinked polymer upon exposure to light and/or heat. In some embodiments, the compositions are used to fill fine lines and wrinkles to provide a cosmetic benefit. In other embodiments, the compositions and articles have desirable release properties for embedded materials.

Abstract: Functionalized microspheres for being dispersed in matrix materials to reduce the density and weight of the materials may be configured to include a covalently bound surface component which is configured to covalently bond with the matrix material so that when combined with the matrix material a strong, light-weight matrix material may be produced.

Abstract: Presented herein are compositions and articles including a crosslinkable polymer that produces a crosslinked polymer upon exposure to light and/or heat. In some embodiments, the compositions are used to fill fine lines and wrinkles to provide a cosmetic benefit. In certain embodiments, the compositions and articles have desirable release properties for embedded materials.

Abstract: Acrylamide-based conductive compounds, and methods of making and using the acrylamide-based conductive compounds are disclosed. The acrylamide-based conductive compounds may include monomers or may be formed into polymers and acrylamide-based conductive materials, such as gels. The acrylamide-based conductive materials may be formed using inflammable or high boiling point fluids. The acrylamide-based conductive compounds described herein may conduct, coordinate, or otherwise be associated with various ions, including, without limitation, lithium ions, sodium ions and potassium ions. As such, acrylamide-based conductive compound may be used to support ion movement within electrical components and/or power devices such as batteries and capacitors.

Abstract: Embodiments presented herein relate to acrylamide derivatives and uses thereof. Examples of such derivatives include acrylamide pyranose and other acrylamides that have other carbohydrate or 5 or 6 membered rings attached thereto. The compositions can be used for a variety of purposes, e.g., cosmetics, construction, scaffold materials, hydrogels, food additives, baby diapers, tubing sieves, etc.

Abstract: Compositions, devices, and methods are provided regarding cross-linked co-polymers that include chromophores, where the chromophores are aligned so as to provide electro-optic activity to the cross-linked co-polymer.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for making gel electrolytes for batteries are disclosed. The gel electrolyte composition may include a polymer with a plurality of isocyanate groups and a blocking agent contacting at least one of the plurality of isocyanate groups. At least one negative electrode and at least one positive electrode may be in contact with the gel electrolyte composition to form a battery.

Abstract: Presented herein are compositions and articles including a crosslinkable polymer that produces a crosslinked polymer upon exposure to light and/or heat. In some embodiments, the compositions are used to fill fine lines and wrinkles to provide a cosmetic benefit. In certain embodiments, the compositions and articles have desirable release properties for embedded materials.

Abstract: Presented herein are compositions and articles including a crosslinkable polymer that produces a crosslinked polymer upon exposure to light and/or heat. In some embodiments, the compositions are used to fill fine lines and wrinkles to provide a cosmetic benefit. In other embodiments, the compositions and articles have desirable release properties for embedded materials.

Abstract: A composition that includes an activatable aggregate is described herein. The aggregate has a core and a shell. In some embodiments, when the aggregate is exposed to acoustic energy, the core of the aggregate includes a hydrogel that is capable of absorbing a relatively large amount of water. The core of the aggregate is covalently bound to a shell of linear aliphatic moieties. The aggregate is synthesized to minimize the amount of water in the core, prior to exposure to acoustic energy. Methods of hydrating using the compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Provided herein is a boron-containing compound, or salt thereof, as described herein and an excipient for the treatment of a cellulosic material. Also provided are compositions, polymers and articles including a cellulosic material and a boron-containing compound, and a process for preparing such an article. The boron-containing compound and compositions including the same can be used, for example, as a wood preservative or fire retardant.

Abstract: A polymer includes a monomeric repeat unit represented by Formula I: In Formula I, R1 is alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, heteroaryl, cycloalkyl, or heterocyclyl; R2 is alkyl, haloalkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl; R3 is alkyl, OH, halo, or alkoxy; R4 is alkyl, OH, halo, or alkoxy; Y is absent, C(O), C1-C4 alkylidene, or C1-C4 alkylideneamino; L is alkylidene, alkylidene-O-alkylidene, alkylidene-S-alkylidene, alkenylidene, cycloalkylidene, arylene, heteroarylene, C(O)O, or C(O)S; n1 is 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4; and n2 is 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Abstract: Embodiments presented herein relate to acrylamide derivatives and uses thereof. Examples of such derivatives include acrylamide pyranose and other acrylamides that have other carbohydrate or 5 or 6 membered rings attached thereto. The compositions can be used for a variety of purposes, e.g., cosmetics, construction, scaffold materials, hydrogels, food additives, baby diapers, tubing sieves, etc.

Abstract: A compound includes a boron atom attached to at least one C8-C26 fatty acid residue having at least one C?C moiety. Such compounds are polymerizable through the at least one C?C moiety. Polymers thus formed exhibit anti-fouling properties when used as coatings.

Abstract: Polypeptides are provided, where the polypeptides include one or more groups of formula —R1—C(O)R2, where R1 is an amino acid side chain, R2 is a C8-C24 polyunsaturated alkenyl group, and the polypeptide is a gelatin.

Abstract: Embodiments herein generally relate to the use, devices, and compounds for generating singlet oxygen. In some embodiments, the singlet oxygen can be used for fluid purification and/or sterilization.

Abstract: Compounds derived from acetone are provided. Particularly, the compounds are derivatives of hydroxyacetone, including dimers of both 1-hydroxyacetone and 1,3-dihydroxyacetone. The hydroxy moieties on the core hydroxyacetone molecule serves as an attachment point for a variety of moieties (e.g., ethers, esters, phosphorous containing, or nitrogen containing) that are selected to provide the compound with a particular property. Applications of the compounds include plasticizers, supersurfactants, and additives for health care products, such as shampoo and perfume.