Abstract: In a method and a cartridge for carrying out a reaction between a sample fluid and at least one reagent, in particular for carrying out LAMP assays, the cartridge includes at least one channel pair including a sample channel into which a sample fluid can be introduced and a reagent channel into which a reagent fluid can be introduced, the sample channel and the reagent channel being disposed so as to intersect one another whereby sample fluid can be transferred from an intersecting region into the reagent channel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a column comprising a vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) dimer molecule, a method for preparing such a column, a VEGF dimer molecule, an expression vector and a recombinant host cell encoding for a VEGF dimer, as well as uses and methods related thereto.

Abstract: The invention relates to the finding that PHB domain polypeptides can bind cholesterol and related compounds and are involved in the regulation of various cellular activities. Accordingly, the invention includes methods of identifying compounds that can bind to and/or modulate activity of a PHB domain polypeptide such as Podocin or MEC2.

Abstract: A wind bulkhead device for motor vehicles provided with an open bodywork is described. The wind bulkhead can be pivoted between an erected bulkhead position and a rear folded-down position, and covers the space between the head restraints of adjacent seats, in particular adjacent rear seats. The wind bulkhead is stabilized via the head restraints in their extended position by an of elastic knock-over resistance element and, when the head restraints are lowered, can be automatically pivoted from its bulkhead position, in which it is preferably erected manually, into its folded-down position.

Abstract: A method for producing a trim panel with a thin decorative layer on a supporting element. The thin decorative layer is composed of an organic and/or crystalline material which is frangible in a thin layer, in particular natural stone. The method including the steps of: An adhesive and a nonwoven fabric or a film are applied as a plastic fixing film to a surface of the thin decorative layer. A surface of the supporting element later facing the decorative layer is coated with an adhesive. The supporting element is placed with the side not coated with the adhesive into a lower mold. The decorative layer with the plastic fixing film is roughly cut to size and placed with its uncoated surface onto the surface of the supporting element coated with the adhesive and positioned. An elastic element is positioned on the decorative layer with the plastic fixing film.

Abstract: A basic part is produced which has a three-dimensionally structured surface; then the surface of the basic part is covered by means of a resin layer in such a manner that all elevations of the three-dimensionally structured surface are covered; subsequently, the resin layer is ground off to such an extent that the tips of the elevations of the surface are also partially ground; and finally at least the ground-off surface is sealed by means of a clear coating.