Abstract: The invention relates in a first main aspect to self-supporting mistletoe viscin films comprising a 2-dimensional multi-axial oriented array of viscin cellulose filaments within a humidity-responsive matrix and methods for preparing the same. A further aspect relates to 2D and 3D mistletoe viscin scaffolds and methods for preparing the same. Another main aspect of the invention relates to the use of mechanically isolated mistletoe viscin or of said self-supporting mistletoe viscin films for joining or binding together a plurality of materials with diverse surface characteristics and to an adhesive comprising such viscin films and/or 2D or 3D viscin scaffolds. In more specific embodiments, the invention relates to a wound sealant and coating composition or to a medical kit comprising mechanically isolated mistletoe viscin in the hydrated/wet state and a plant oil, or a dried viscin film for use, after rehydration under humid conditions, as a wound sealant.

Abstract: An electrochemical cell assembly (1400) comprising a base plate (308) and a top plate (303) between which a stack of planar cell units (306) and at least one electrical end plate (1402, 1407) are disposed in compression. The electrical end plate (1402, 1407) comprises a two-layer construction in which a first layer (1416, 1419) and a second layer (1417, 1420) formed of different respective materials are permanently connected together to form a single conductive body. The first layer (1416, 1419) of the electrical end plate (1402, 1407) is electrically connected to an external electrical terminal (301, 505) of the cell assembly, and the second layer (1417, 1420) of the electrical end plate (1402, 1407) has an outwardly facing side having a first electrically conductive ceramic layer (1418, 1824) bonded thereto that is in face-to-face abutment with, and in electrical contact with, an adjacent cell unit (306).

Abstract: An electrochemical cell assembly (300, 500) comprising a base plate (308) and a top plate (303) between which a stack of planar cell units (306) and at least one positive (302, 507) and at least one negative electrical end plate (302, 507) are disposed in compression by means of compression means (307) acting between the base plate (308) and top plate (303). At least one of the electrical end plates (302, 507) is connected or integrally formed with, and in electrical contact with, an electrical stud (301, 505) that extends from a base portion of the at least one electrical end plate (302, 507) and passes through an opening in one of the base plate (308) and top plate (303) to form an electrical terminal. A fluidic seal is maintained by the compression means (307) between the base portion and the respective one of the base plate (308) and top plate (303), so as to prevent loss of fluid through the opening.

Abstract: Systems and methods for passive multi-directional illumination in light-sheet fluorescence imaging and microscopy are disclosed herein. An elliptical light shaping diffuser is placed in the illumination path between the source of a light-sheet and the illuminated sample. The light-sheet is diffused anisotropically along two directions perpendicular to its propagation direction, eliminating stripe artifacts in obtained images. The method includes converting a light-sheet into an elliptically diffuse light-sheet by passing it through an elliptical light shaping diffuser, illuminating a sample with the elliptically diffuse light-sheet. The system includes a light-sheet source, an elliptical light shaping diffuser adapted to convert the light-sheet into an elliptically diffuse light-sheet to illuminate the sample, typical microscopy optics and lenses, and image capturing elements.

Abstract: A method of synthesizing a disulfide compound is provided. The method may include providing an electrochemical cell that has a compartment, an anode, and a cathode. The compartment may contain a solution of one or more thiol compounds, a catalyst, and a solvent. The method may also include providing an electrical current to the electrochemical cell and converting the one or more thiol compounds into the disulfide compound.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are scavenging compounds and compositions useful in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas. Also disclosed herein are methods of using the compounds and compositions as scavengers, particularly in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to compositions and methods for inhibiting corrosion at a surface in the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for inhibiting corrosion at a surface in the production, transportation, storage, and separation of fluids such as crude oil and natural gas, the compounds having the formula: wherein: Each R1 is independently —CH2OH and —C(O)OH; R2 is Each R3 is independently hydrogen or R5, or both R3 together form a ring via a linker Each R4 is independently hydrogen or R5; R5 is —CH2SC2H4R1; and n is an integer from 0 to 3.

Abstract: Systems and methods for passive multi-directional illumination in light-sheet fluorescence imaging and microscopy are disclosed herein. An elliptical light shaping diffuser is placed in the illumination path between the source of a light-sheet and the illuminated sample. The light-sheet is diffused anisotropically along two directions perpendicular to its propagation direction, eliminating stripe artifacts in obtained images. The method includes converting a light-sheet into an elliptically diffuse light-sheet by passing it through an elliptical light shaping diffuser, illuminating a sample with the elliptically diffuse light-sheet. The system includes a light-sheet source, an elliptical light shaping diffuser adapted to convert the light-sheet into an elliptically diffuse light-sheet to illuminate the sample, typical microscopy optics and lenses, and image capturing elements.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are scavenging compounds and compositions useful in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas. Also disclosed herein are methods of using the compounds and compositions as scavengers, particularly in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are scavenging compounds and compositions useful in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to methods of electrochemical coupling of thiols to form disulfide compounds. A method of synthesizing a disulfide compound is provided. The method may include providing an electrochemical cell that has a compartment, an anode, and a cathode. The compartment may contain a solution of one or more thiol compounds, a catalyst, and a solvent. The method may also include providing an electrical current to the electrochemical cell and converting the one or more thiol compounds into the disulfide compound.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions and methods that are useful in removing, lowering, or otherwise controlling hydrogen sulfide and mercaptans. The compositions and methods can be used in any industry where hydrogen sulfide poses problems, such as when dealing with crude oil based, natural gas based, and/or coal based products. In some embodiments, the compositions include one or more alkoxylated amino formaldehyde adducts.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions and methods that are useful in removing, lowering, or otherwise controlling hydrogen sulfide and mercaptans. The compositions and methods can be used in any industry where hydrogen sulfide poses problems, such as when dealing with crude oil based, natural gas based, and/or coal based products. In some embodiments, the compositions include one or more alkoxylated amino formaldehyde adducts.

Abstract: The following discloses a novel model for parasitic worm infection, which is useful for screening for and evaluating the efficacy of antiparasitic agents. In particular, the disclosure provides an immunocompromised mouse model that, for the first time, supports advanced development of Dirofilaria immitis (Di) parasites outside of their definitive hosts. As described herein, early-stage larval forms of Di, the causative agent of Canine Heartworm disease, not only persist in this model, but they develop into mature worms.

Abstract: The disclosure provides compositions and methods that are useful in removing, lowering, or otherwise controlling hydrogen sulfide and mercaptans. The compositions and methods can be used in any industry where hydrogen sulfide poses problems, such as when dealing with crude oil based, natural gas based, and/or coal based products. In some embodiments, the compositions include one or more alkoxylated amino formaldehyde adducts.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are scavenging compounds and compositions useful in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas. Also disclosed herein are methods of using the compounds and compositions as scavengers, particularly in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for inhibiting corrosion at a surface in the production, transportation, storage, and separation of fluids such as crude oil and natural gas, the compounds having the formula: wherein: Each R1 is independently —CH2OH and —C(O)OH; R2 is Each R3 is independently hydrogen or R5, or both R3 together form a ring via a linker Each R4 is independently hydrogen or R5; R5 is —CH2SC2H4R1; and n is an integer from 0 to 3.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are scavenging compounds and compositions useful in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas. Also disclosed herein are methods of using the compounds and compositions as scavengers, particularly in applications relating to the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to compositions and methods for inhibiting corrosion at a surface in the production, transportation, storage, and separation of crude oil and natural gas.