Abstract: This disclosure provides methods and compositions for sample processing, particularly for sequencing applications. Included within this disclosure are bead compositions, such as diverse libraries of beads attached to large numbers of oligonucleotides containing barcodes. Often, the beads provides herein are degradable. For example, they may contain disulfide bonds that are susceptible to reducing agents. The methods provided herein include methods of making libraries of barcoded beads as well as methods of combining the beads with a sample, such as by using a microfluidic device.

Abstract: A multi-purpose self-defense leash includes a housing having a first section and a second section. Disposed within the first section is a defensive spray canister. Associated with the spray canister is a safety button that is adapted to selectively activate the spray canister. Disposed within the second section is a retractable leash that is wrapped around a spring loaded spool. A leash control button is positioned to selectively engage the spool to prevent rotation of the spool.

Abstract: A collapsible wind shield and food warmer for portable rectangular tabletop gas grills is made of sheet metal, adjustable to fit most rectangular portable gas grills. Wind shield fits along the side of the grill between the legs and the body of the grill, with a freestanding door on one end. A sheet metal tray slides under the grill. Shield is approximately 3½″ tall and 14½″ long. The device deflects the wind away from underneath the grill preventing the gas burner from being blown out and increasing the inside temperature of the grill. The pan underneath the grill is used for keeping food hot, for warming buns or other foods, and for cooking on the grate. Wind shield collapses to fit inside warming pan for easy storage on the grate of the grill.

Abstract: A collapsible wind shield and food warmer for portable rectangular tabletop gas grills is made of sheet metal, adjustable to fit most rectangular portable gas grills. Wind shield fits along the side of the grill between the legs and the body of the grill, with a freestanding door on one end. A sheet metal tray slides under the grill. Shield is approximately 3½″ tall and 14½″ long. The device deflects the wind away from underneath the grill preventing the gas burner from being blown out and increasing the inside temperature of the grill. The pan underneath the grill is used for keeping food hot, for warming buns or other foods, and for cooking on the grate. Wind shield collapses to fit inside warming pan for easy storage on the grate of the grill.