Abstract: A new and distinct Calathea cultivar named ‘BICA146’ is disclosed, characterized by purple-white flowers, unique leaf texture and coloration. The new variety is a Calathea, typically produced as an indoor ornamental plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct Calathea cultivar named ‘COBRA PINK’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive green-white flowers tinged with pink, a compact, sturdy and long peduncles. The new variety is a Calathea, normally produced as an indoor ornamental plant.

Abstract: A method for promoting differentiation of cells in culture. At least one lipid transfer protein or lipid transfer protein analog is introduced into a culture medium at a concentration that is effective for obtaining differentiation of cells in the culture medium. The lipid transfer protein or lipid transfer protein analog includes at least one amino acid sequence having at least 80% homology with a sequence depicted in FIG. 2.

Abstract: A system of identifying materials and equipment consisting of small metal plates applied to them on their concealed surface and in which identifying means are provided consisting of incisions or blind holes which are detected under scanning or by multiplex technology using ultrasonic transducers which emit ultrasonic waves and which detect the ultrasonic signals reflected by the concealed surface, which set up a different binary coded sequence of return signals as a function of the markings made on the concealed surface of the small plate which is applied to the material.

Abstract: System for monitoring containers with ultrasonic seals.According to the invention the seal is duplicated and comprises a transmitting transducer and a receiving transducer. The exciting signal is a voltage step applied to the transmitting transducer and the circuit able to supply said step is directly connected to the transmitting transducer without a connecting cable.Application to the monitoring of containers containing dangerous products, precious materials, documents, etc.

Abstract: This seal is characterized in that the delay line is extended by a frustum-shaped part terminated by a spherical cap, which is able to receive a marking participating in the acoustic identity of the seal. The sealing capsule of the seal is perforated with an opening adapted to the dimensions of the frustum-shaped part of the identity module. The sealing cable is fixed between the module and the sealing capsule.Application to the monitoring of containers containing dangerous or precious products and the like.

Abstract: System for monitoring a plurality of containers using ultrasonic seals integral with the containers and electronic circuits connected to these seals, wherein:(A) each seal comprises an ultrasonic transmitting transducer and an ultrasonic receiving transducer making it possible to check both the identity of the marking and the integrity of the seal, the marking being located outside the seal body,(B) the electronic circuits connected to these seals comprise:(a) at least one cyclic, sequential module for the auscultation or listening to the seals having the same number of outputs and inputs as there are seals, the outputs being connected to the transmitting transducers and the inputs to the receiving transducers,(b) at least one electronic processing module connected to the listening module and controlling a sampling of the signal received.

Abstract: A system, suitable for use as an identity seal for an object, such as a container for fissile material, comprises a body including a cap for fitting over one end of the object, and a recess which contains a material such as "ARALDITE" or aluminium acting as a matrix for a plurality of inclusions of e.g. bronze embedded therein in a random configuration. The recess is closed by a cover which includes a central electrically conductive part. Also embedded in the matrix material and constituting further "inclusions" are two piezoelectric crystal transducers each electrically connected to the central cover part. In use, the transducers are electrically connected via the central cover part to external ultrasonic testing apparatus to provide a unique output indicative of the particular structure of the seal particularly the inclusion configuration and hence providing a unique "identity" and hence indication of integrity for the seal.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Ctenanthe plant named ‘Amagris’, characterized by its compact plant habit; narrow leaf shape; upper leaf surface grayed green in color with dark green margins and venation; and lower leaf surface grayed purple in color.

Abstract: A new and distinct Calathea cultivar named ‘COBRA PINK’ is disclosed, characterized by distinctive green-white flowers tinged with pink, a compact, sturdy and long peduncles. The new variety is a Calathea, normally produced as an indoor ornamental plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct Calathea cultivar named ‘BICA146’ is disclosed, characterized by purple-white flowers, unique leaf texture and coloration. The new variety is a Calathea, typically produced as an indoor ornamental plant.