Abstract: An assay method for detecting the presence or amounts of VCAM-1 and A2M in a sample using fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET).

Abstract: One-part condensation curable silyl-modified polymer (SMP) based sealant compositions in particular one-part condensation curable SMP based sealant compositions containing a catalyst comprising (i) a titanate and/or zirconate and (ii) a metal carboxylate salt which compositions upon cure provide elastomeric sealants having low modulus and a high elastic recovery.

Abstract: Air filter media comprising at least one active bead layer comprises an antistatic agent and polyethylenimine coated polymeric beads that can provide better formaldehyde abatement properties than incumbent activated carbon filters and can be prepared by using existing processing facilities for manufacture of incumbent activated carbon filters.

Abstract: Described herein are sun care compositions comprising at least one sunscreen active and hollow mesoporous silica nanospheres, and methods of making and using the sun care compositions. The presently described sun care compositions further comprise at least one of a cosmetically acceptable emollient, humectant, vitamin, moisturizer, conditioner, oil, silicone, suspending agent, surfactant, emulsifier, preservative, rheology modifier, pH adjustor, reducing agent, anti-oxidant, and/or foaming or de-foaming agent.

Abstract: A composition comprising the following components: A) an ethylene/?-olefin/non-conjugated diene interpolymer; B) a peroxide; C) at least one multi-vinyl cyclic siloxane selected from Structure 1 below: Structure 1, wherein n is an integer greater than, or equal to, 1; and each R1 is independently selected from the following: a (C2-C4) alkenyl, or a H2C?C(R1a)—C(?O)—O—(CH2)m—, and wherein R1a is H or methyl, and m is an integer from 1 to 4; and each R2 is independently selected from the following: H, a (C1-C4) alkyl, a (C2-C4) alkenyl, a phenyl, or a H2C?C(R1b)—C(?O)—O—(CH2)m—, wherein R1b is H or methyl, and m is an integer from 1 to 4.

Abstract: Described is a curable composition, and particularly a two-component composition comprising a silane modified polymer; an epoxy resin terminated with epoxy terminal group; wherein the composition further comprises a hardening agent and a compatibilizer which has at least one silane group and at least one epoxy terminal group. The curable composition exhibits enhanced adhesion strength and good elongation at break. A method for applying the curable composition on the surface of a substrate is also provided.

Abstract: Described is a curable composition, and particularly a two-component composition comprising a silane modified polymer; an epoxy resin terminated with epoxy terminal group; wherein the composition further comprises a hardening-compatibilizing agent which has at least one silane group and at least two amine groups. The curable composition exhibits enhanced adhesion strength and good elongation at break. A method for applying the curable composition on the surface of a substrate is also provided.

Abstract: Described is a curable composition comprising a silane modified polymer; an epoxy resin terminated with epoxy terminal group; a compatibilizer having at least one silane group and at least one epoxy terminal group or at least one nitrogen-containing groups; and optionally a hardening agent; wherein the composition further optionally comprises at least one of a nitrogen-containing unsaturated heterocyclic compound catalyst and a nitrogen-containing phenol catalyst. The curable composition exhibits high hermeticity, fast curing speed, quick adhesion build up, dry surface and strong adhesion strength. A method for applying the curable composition on the surface of a substrate is also provided.

Abstract: An aqueous polyurethane dispersion compositions are disclosed. The compositions include a polyurethane prepolymer dispersed in an aqueous medium, the polyurethane prepolymer comprising an isocyanate and a crystalline polyester polyol having a hydroxyl content of 20 to 150 mg KOH/g and a melt temperature of less than or equal to 90° C. Methods of forming a laminate are also disclosed. The methods include providing an aqueous polyurethane dispersion, applying the polyurethane dispersion to a surface of the first substrate, bringing the side of the first substrate into contract with a surface of the second substrate, and curing the aqueous dispersion, thereby laminating the first substrate to the second substrate. Laminates formed by the methods and including the compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides polymer blends that can be used in a multilayer structure and to multilayer structures comprising one or more layers formed from such blends. In one aspect, a polymer blend comprises (a) a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid having an acid content of 2 to 21 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer, wherein the amount of copolymer (a) comprises 20-80 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, and (b) a copolymer comprising ethylene and at least one of methyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate having an acrylate content of 5 to 30 weight percent based on the weight of the copolymer, wherein the amount of copolymer (b) comprises 10 to 50 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend, wherein the amount of copolymer (a) and copolymer (b) is at least 70 weight percent of the blend based on the total weight of the blend.

Abstract: This disclosed is an encapsulant film made from a curable composition comprising: (A) a polyolefin polymer; (B) an organic peroxide; (C) a silane coupling agent; and (D) a co-agent comprising a silane compound of formula (I). This further disclosed is a process for preparing said encapsulant film.

Abstract: A polyethylene composition comprising (A) an ethylene-based (co) polymer, (B) a styrenic unit-containing copolymer, and (C) a polyorganosiloxane. Also a method of making the composition; a crosslinked polyethylene product made by curing the composition; manufactured articles comprising a shaped form of the inventive composition or product; and methods of using the inventive composition, product, or articles.

Abstract: A composition which provides a coating film having excellent foul releasing property is disclosed. The composition comprises, based on the solid contents of the composition: (A) 20 to 80 weight % of a resin which has a polydialkylsiloxane unit and an epoxy resin unit within its structure; (B) 0.1 to 5 weight % of an amino silane; (C) 0.5 to 5 weight % of a hydrophilic additive; and (D) 0.1 to 5 weight % of a catalyst. A coating, e.g. a coating film, formed from the composition generally has an amphiphilic surface. Thus, the composition is suitable for coatings which prevent both hydrophobic and hydrophilic fouling.

Abstract: A polyurethane composition is provided. The polyurethane composition comprises (A) a polyurethane-prepolymer prepared by reacting at least one polyisocyanate compound with a first polyol component; and (B) a second polyol component; wherein at least one of the first polyol component and the second polyol component comprises an ester/ether random copolymer polyol synthesized by reacting a starting material polyether polyol with at least one monomeric polyhydric alcohol and at least one monomeric multifunctional carboxylic acid or anhydride thereof. The polyurethane foam prepared by using the polyurethane composition can achieve inhibited internal heat buildup, high thermal stability, superior tear strength, enhanced abrasion resistance and good hydrolysis resistance. A polyurethane product prepared with said foam, a method for preparing the polyurethane foam and a method for improving the performance property of the polyurethane foam are also provided.

Abstract: A polyurethane composition is provided. The polyurethane composition comprises (A) one or more prepolymers prepared by reacting at least one isocyanate compound with a first polyol component; and (B) a second polyol component; wherein at least one of the first polyol component and the second polyol component comprises an ester/ether block copolymer polyol synthesized by reacting a starting material polyether polyol with a C4-C20 lactone. The foamed or non-foamed polyurethane product prepared by using the polyurethane composition can achieve inhibited internal heat buildup, high thermal stability, improved curing speed, light stability, heat stability and superior mechanical strength. A method for preparing the polyurethane composition and a method for improving the performance property of the polyurethane product are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a composition, which contains (A) a silane functionalized ethylene-based polymer, (B) a hindered phenol antioxidant, and (C) an aromatic amine-aromatic sulfonic acid salt. A coated conductor including a conductor and a coating which contains said composition on the conductor is also provided.

Abstract: A polyurethane composition is provided. The polyurethane composition comprises (A) one or more polyurethane-prepolymers prepared by reacting at least one polyisocyanate compound with a first polyol component; and (B) a second polyol component; wherein at least one of the first polyol component and the second polyol component comprises an ester/ether block copolymer polyol synthesized by reacting a starting material polyether polyol with a C4-C20 lactone. The polyurethane foam prepared by using the polyurethane composition can achieve inhibited internal heat buildup, high thermal stability and superior tear strength. A polyurethane product prepared with said foam, a method for preparing the polyurethane foam and a method for improving the performance property of the polyurethane foam are also provided.