Abstract: Disclosed are stable recombinant multi-gene nucleic acid constructs, such as plant binary vectors, comprising (i) a gene encoding &ggr;-glutamylcysteine synthetase and (ii) a gene encoding glutathione synthetase, plus preferably at least one, preferably two, genes which encode enzymes involved in the redox cycling of glutathione between its reduced and its oxidised forms e.g. glutathione reductase and/or glutathione peroxidase. Preferably the promoters linked to the genes are different and of different strengths, and may optionally be inducible. Also provided are related materials and corresponding methods and uses e.g. in plants to improve oxidative stress tolerance enhance root development, or to increase the post-harvest shelf life of the plant or part thereof.

Abstract: A system for monitoring the inflation status of a tire comprising a sensor mounted to the wheel rim and adapted to transmit a distance signal indicative of a measured distance from the wheel rim to the inside surface of the tire adjacent the riding surface; a control unit in communication with the sensor and adapted to receive the distance signal, wherein the control unit determines the inflation status of the tire and transmits an inflation status signal indicative of the inflation status; and an indicator located within the passenger compartment of the vehicle and in communication with the control unit to receive the inflation status signal, wherein the indicator presents the inflation status of the tire.

Abstract: A single polypeptide is provided which comprises first and second domains. The first domain enables the polypeptide to cleave one or more vesicle or plasma-membrane associated proteins essential to exocytosis, and the second domain enables the polypeptide to be translocated into a target cell or increases the solubility of the polypeptide, or both. The polypeptide thus combines useful properties of a clostridial toxin, such as a botulinum or tetanus toxin, without the toxicity associated with the natural molecule. The polypeptide can also contain a third domain that targets it to a specific cell, rendering the polypeptide useful in inhibition of exocytosis in target cells. Fusion proteins comprising the polypeptide, nucleic acids encoding the polypeptide and methods of making the polypeptide are also provided. Controlled activation of the polypeptide is possible and the polypeptide can be incorporated into vaccines and toxin assays.

Abstract: A polyester film having an opaque core layer having on both surfaces a white outer layer.

Abstract: A polymer composition including polymer particles containing a first polymer and a second polymer is disclosed. The first polymer has a crosslinked core and has a glass transition temperature in the range of −30° C. to 100° C. The second polymer containing select crosslinking groups and has a glass transition temperature in the range of −10° C. to less than 18° C. A process to prepare the polymer composition is provided. Also provided are a coated article containing a coating prepared from the polymer composition and a method of preparing the coated article. The polymer composition has good low temperature film formation and provides a film with an acceptable level of hardness.

Abstract: An enantiomerically enriched compound of formula 1, 1

Abstract: A method of controlling an antenna signal combiner in a vehicle having multiple antenna elements, a navigational system and a receiver comprising the steps of receiving signals from at least one transmitter, determining first position coordinates of the vehicle using the navigational system, determining second position coordinates of the at least one transmitter, and combining signals from the multiple antenna elements to steer an antenna beam from the first position coordinates to the second position coordinates.

Abstract: An enantiomerically enriched compound of formula 1, wherein Ar is phenyl optionally substituted with one or more groups selected from haloalkyl, alkyl and halide. This compound can be isolated in crystalline form, and used in the preparation of (+)-16-[3-trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-17,18,19,20-tetranor PGF2&agr; isopropyl ester.

Abstract: An enantiomerically enriched compound of formula 1, 1

Abstract: A method of showing approval or disapproval of an item overheard on an audio system. The method includes sending an item via radio waves to an audio system, listening to the item on the audio system and activating a button to indicate approval or disapproval of the item.

Abstract: An enantiomerically enriched compound of formula 1, wherein Ar is phenyl optionally substituted with one or more groups selected from haloalkyl, alkyl and halide. This compound can be isolated in crystalline form, and used in the preparation of (+)-16 [3-trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-17,18,19,20-tetranor PGF2&agr; isopropyl ester.

Abstract: A removable electrode assembly for use in combination with a forceps having opposing end effectors and a handle for effecting movement of the end effectors relative to one another. The electrode assembly includes a housing which is removably engageable with the forceps and a pair of electrodes which are attachable to a distal end of the housing. The electrodes are removably engageable with the end effectors of the forceps such that the electrodes reside in opposing relation relative to one another. The electrode assembly also includes a cover plate which is removably attachable to the housing and at least one stop member for controlling the distance the electrodes move relative to one another.

Abstract: A polymeric film comprising a polyester film substrate comprising 0.1% to 10% by weight, relative to the weight of the polyester, of at least one UV absorber, and a heat sealable layer, wherein the substrate is a multilayer film having an outer substrate layer and an inner substrate layer, the inner substrate layer comprising 1% to 40% by weight of UV absorber, relative to the amount of UV absorber present in the outer substrate layer. The film is particularly suitable for use as a protective layer on a metal sheet.

Abstract: Arylalkylpiperazine compounds (1) wherein B is aryl or optionally substituted aryl; R1 is hydroxy; R2 and R3 are the same or different and are independently selected from hydrogen or C1-3 alkyl; m is 0, 1 or 2; D is a linking chain of atoms which may be optionally substituted and which contains from 1 to 8 atoms in the chain; E is a phenolic antioxidant group or a corresponding amino derivative thereof wherein the phenolic hydroxyl is replaced by amino, are disclosed. The compounds have both free radical scavenging activity and block excitatory amino acid activity. Some compounds of the present invention also display an affinity for voltage-sensitive sodium channels.

Abstract: A skate structure with longitudinally aligned wheels includes an inverted U-shaped frame, in the flanges of which there engage the ends of pivot pins for the wheels. The upper surface of the frame is provided with straps for the removable fixing of an article of footwear. The rear portion of the skate structure has an arm connected by a hinge. The upper element of the arm is provided with an element for securing a user's leg. The arm is pivotal about the axis of the hinge, but is prevented from rotating axially with respect to a longitudinal axis of the frame. During articulation, the arm interacts with an element that includes two inclined surfaces and provides traction for tightening the straps.

Abstract: There is provided a 3-(3-aryloxyphenyl)-1-(substituted methyl)-s-triazine-2,4,6-oxo or thiotrione compound having the structural formula I ##STR1## Further provided are a composition and a method comprising that compound for the control of undesirable plant species.