Abstract: A pet toy comprising a first part and a second part, each made of a single piece of molded, durable, semi-rigid and flexible material and each comprising a weighted bottom, flared open top that is oval in shape, and plurality of gripper petals extending from the weighted bottom toward the flared open top. Each part comprises a neck area with a plurality of grooves and ridges. The flared open top of the first part fits into the flared open top of the second part and engages with the grooves inside the neck area of the second part. The inner circumference of each successive groove is preferably smaller as the distance from the open flared to increases.

Abstract: The mechanism of the invention has a rotary element pivotably arranged in a lower part (1) of the housing onto a central shaft; on the upper part (3) of said rotary element snap elements (5) are pivotably arranged around a central transmission element (6). One ends (5b) of said snap elements (5) engage with a projection (6a) of the central transmission element (6) and their locking parts (5c) engage with an external lock (9) provided with teeth (9a) on the inner circumferential side.

Abstract: Described herein is a container (1) for transport of live poultry (P), including a surface provided at least in part with openings (20, 200, 201, 21; 40, 400, 401, 41). The container (1) includes an access opening (100) having a first, open, configuration for introduction of a bird into the container (1) and a second, closed, configuration for the confinement of the bird introduced into the container, and is shaped and sized for containing just one bird (P) inside it.

Abstract: A spike for dispensing fluid from a flexible fluid container is provided. Such a spike includes a puncturing tip and first and second internal channels. Each channel has a respective fluid inlet at the puncturing tip. The first and second internal channels terminate internally at a third internal channel in fluid communication with a fluid outlet. The puncturing tip has an apex offset from a longitudinal axis of the spike. Upon puncturing the flexible fluid container, fluid flows through the first and second internal channels, into the third internal channel, and out of the fluid outlet. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: Described herein are methods for promoting microbiome development in honey bees using an effective amount of Fructobacillus as a probiotic. Also described are compositions comprising Fructobacillus strains capable of promoting microbiome development in honey bees, and processes for making such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a container device having a silo and a screen assembly. The silo includes a top end, a bottom end and a side wall between the top end and the bottom end to define a volume. The screen assembly includes a screen member securely placed onto the silo. The screen member is interchangeable and removable from the silo.

Abstract: An aquarium bacteria management device may include a tank configured to contain a fluid and a light source configured to illuminate the tank. Electrodes may extend into the tank and be spaced apart from one another. The electrodes may introduce a first electric current through the fluid between the electrodes. A photovoltaic panel may be positioned to receive illumination from the light source and to convert the illumination into a second electric current in order to provide the first electric current to the electrodes.

Abstract: The invention features a non-transgenic rat model for early AD, using a metal mixture of As, Cd and Pb, characterized by enhanced synergistic amyloidogenicity in rat cortex and hippocampus. This model can serve as a tool for (a) AD-directed drug screening, and (b) determining mechanism of AD pathogenicity. It features induction of the A?-mediated apoptosis and induction of inflammation in rodent brain. The invention features novel astrocyte and neuronal cellular models for AD, using a metal mixture of As, Cd and Pb, characterized by enhanced synergistic amyloidogenicity. This model can serve as a tool for (a) AD-directed drug screening in astrocytes and neurons, and (b) determining mechanism of AD pathogenicity in cells. It features induction of the A?-mediated apoptosis and induction of inflammation in astrocytes and neurons.

Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for producing animals with short hair length. In a preferred embodiment, this is accomplished by altering in the animal the nucleotide sequence that encodes the prolactin receptor (PRLR) protein such that a truncated version of the protein is produced. Advantageously, and surprisingly, the truncated protein produced according to the subject invention retains lactogenic functionality, but causes the animal to have a short-hair coat.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and compositions related to chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) having antigen binding domains derived from an immunoglobulin (Ig) and constant domains derived from a T cell receptor (TCR).

Abstract: A cage for trapping crustaceans constructed in the shape of a rounded top creel. The body panel is bent at two perpendicular angles to create the base, while the top is rounded to create a curved surface. The front and back of the body are further enclosed by flat mutually spaced line wire and fill wire. The similarly constructed front and back panels are secured to the front and back openings of the body, while two cutouts in the vertical sides of the body are replaced with nylon funnels to allow crustaceans to enter the trap.

Abstract: A fishing lure including a head portion and a flow-through appendage cavity portion, the head portion including two first securement surfaces and the cavity portion being securable to the head portion, the cavity portion including a pair of cavity-forming cage members, each cage member including a head-portion-abutting edge, a tail end and a second securement surface engageable with one of the first securement surfaces, at least one of the cage members including openings disposed to permit flow-through of fluid while preventing pass-through of fish-attracting pieces bigger than the openings, the cavity portion further including a hinge or other connector such that the cage members are movable between together and apart positions.

Abstract: A fishing lure capable of sufficiently catching fish, while not getting caught in weeds or similar environments. The lure generally comprises a hook and a main body, with the hook having a barbed portion abutting the underside or belly of the main body when in a normal position and being located externally of the main body when engaging a fish.

Abstract: An connection apparatus for fishing tackle that is adapted to allow the securement of the apparatus to a fishing line by the half-hitch, overhand knot or any other low dexterity knot through the use of a dual conical, hourglass shaped bore passing through the main body of the apparatus. The apparatus has a main body having a solid walled, dual tapered bore formed there through with an open able connection device such as split ring that extends at an angle from the linear axis of the main body. The device eliminates the need for any further fishing gear to connect a lure to a fishing line.

Abstract: A container for animals or objects in a liquid is disclosed. The container comprises a cylinder capped by two removable lids and a floating basket. When one of the lids is removed, the liquid may be drained and refreshed without either the basket or the contained animals or objects falling out. When the other lid is removed, the basket floats above the liquid and carries the animals or objects out of the liquid where they can be easily removed by a user. The container is useful to anglers who use live minnows as bait, but may be useful in several other applications.

Abstract: A device for assisting a fisherman in retrieving stranded or snagged fishing lures that can be attached to the end of a fishing rod is described and taught. The device has a number of mechanisms of attachment to prevent the device from parting with the fishing rod during the retrieval process. On one end of the device is a component that has a cutting surface with a magnet located in a proximity thereto. The fishing lure is attracted to the magnet, adhering it to the device. The fishing line can then be cut using the cutting surface. Thus, the fishing lure is quickly freed without damaging the fishing tackle or causing bodily injury. The device can then be removed and the fishing lure retied to the fishing line.

Abstract: A positioning system, for a boom having right and left boom arms, comprises: a first actuator for moving the right boom arm relative to a support frame; a second actuator for moving the left boom arm relative to a support frame; a first hydraulic link between the first and second actuators; and a hydraulic control device for controlling movement of hydraulic fluid within the first hydraulic link, thereby controlling extension and/or retraction of the first and second actuators.

Abstract: A device (1) for spraying powdery chemical agent includes a tubular guide member (21) to be installed in a container body (11), a gas generating agent (43) to be housed in a tubular part (26), a tubular rupturing member (31) for breaking a sealing part (41) to allow the gas generating agent (43) to fall in liquid within the container body (11), a piston (63) sliding airtightly against a lower side sliding inner peripheral wall (53) and defining an air space relative to an upper side diameter-enlarged inner peripheral wall (55), and a powdery chemical agent (3) to be stored on the piston (63).

Abstract: A bird deterrent is provided. The bird deterrent includes a case, such as a water-resistant case. The case includes an outer wall forming an internal housing to contain internal components of the bird deterrent. The present invention further includes a power supply to supply power. A vibrating tip is electrically connected to the power supply and the wireless receiver via electrical wiring. A remote transmitter is operable to send a signal to the wireless receiver. When the wireless receiver receives the signal, the vibrating tip produces a vibration.

Abstract: A turkey call device and assembly for simulating multiple calls of a wild turkey hen. The turkey call device and assembly comprises a housing with a plurality of striker plates and at least one striker member. In one embodiment, the housing comprises two striker plates on the top thereof and a third striker plate on the bottom thereof. The bottom striker plate is capable of producing a locator call. The locator call has a hearing range of up to one half of a mile so as to eliminate the need for a user to travel long distances for the device to be heard from afar. Each striker plate and striker member can be formed from different materials. In this way, the turkey call device and assembly enables a user to reproduce multiple sounds, such as yelps, cuts, cackles, kee kees, runs, purrs, clucks, and other turkey hen sounds.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device that operates as both a tree seat and a hauler and the method of use. The tree seat and hauler device of the present invention includes a main body, a support body and a seat assembly, which may be rotated about an axle to achieve a tree seat position, a hauling position and a packed position. Wheels or skis and a handle are provided for efficient transportation of an animal.

Abstract: A decoy, typically used for hunting fowl, having a hollow body including a head, a tail and a pair of feet. The decoy includes a pair of wings mounted to the body of the decoy for multi-axis movement. A drive mechanism typically including an electric motor and a power source is positioned within the hollow body. A pair of crank members connects to the electric motor and extends outwardly from the body. A pair of link members connect the wings to the crank members whereby rotation of the crank members enables cyclic movement defined by up/down and fore/aft motion of the wings.

Abstract: Organ and tissue preservation solutions having improved formulations are comprised of two separate solutions. The first solution includes one or more salts, water, dissolved oxygen, lactobionic acid, mannitol, glutamic acid and histidine at a pH of at least 7, preferably from about 7.3 to about 8.3. The second solution includes water and reduced glutathione at a pH of below 7.0, preferably from about 3 to 6 wherein oxygen present in the solution is removed. The two formulations are mixed together at the point of use resulting in an organ and tissue preservation solution having improved stability and that contains oxygen to prevent ischemia in the preserved organs. The present invention also includes kits that contain the two formulations.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for rejuvenating expired banked RBC making them eligible for transfusion (as well as extending the shelf life of a red blood cell) by contacting the cell with a composition comprising (or consisting of) a physiological salt solution and a compound that increases ATP and 2,3-diphosphoglycerate (DPG) and nitric oxide in the cell or a compound that preserves cell deformability.

Abstract: The invention is directed to methods of modulating ischemic injury in tissues and organs, including donor tissue and organs and intact tissue and organs. The invention is further directed to methods of increasing time to ischemic injury in such tissues and organs. The invention is further directed to storing and preserving donor tissues and organs. Such methods utilize compositions comprising Amnion-derived Cellular Cytokine Solution (herein referred to as ACCS). The ACCS compositions may be formulated for sustained-release, targeted-release, timed-release, extended-release, etc. and may be used alone or in combination with various suitable active agents.

Abstract: The invention provides an ectoparasiticidal formulation which comprises an ectoparasiticidal agent, preferably the pyrethroid tetramethrin, as the pesticidally-active ingredient, together with a crystallization inhibitor selected from the group consisting of alkyl-substituted pyrrolidones, and optionally, one or more organic solvents and/or co-solvents. Preferably, the crystallization inhibitor is N-octyl pyrrolidone, and the organic solvent, if present, preferably comprises diethylene glycol monoethyl ether. The ectoparasiticidal formulation surprisingly yields a significantly enhanced speed of kill. Methods for manufacturing the formulation, as well as methods for treating animals infested with ectoparasites, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to disinfecting and sterilising solutions containing glutaraldehyde. In particular, the invention provides solutions which are stabilised through the use of a unique combination of additives, including a bioflavonoid antioxidant (or other phenolic antioxidant) and an alkyl polyglucoside surfactant.

Abstract: Dual function viscoelastic surfactants (VES) which, when used in a pesticide formulation, are capable of producing a spray pattern between the patterns formed by spraying water and an aqueous pesticide solution containing guar gum as a way to reduce the drifting of the small drops to unintended targets while providing enhanced efficacy to the pesticide.

Abstract: An embodiment relates to an antimicrobial sanitizing composition in the form of a gel or cream that contains an alcohol in an amount of at least 55% by weight. The sanitizer is capable of disinfecting and providing prolonged antimicrobial property to a variety of surfaces, including the skin, without causing, drying, cracking, redness or irritation. In addition to alcohol, the sanitizer contains an anionic phospholipid in a controlled concentration as well as components conventionally found in skin creams and gels such as emulsifiers, emollients, moisturizers, rheology modifiers, and neutralizers. The anionic phospholipid enables use of the composition without the user experiencing dryness or irritation and the feeling of a greasy and unpleasant residue on the skin following use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): wherein the substituents are as defined herein, and wherein the compound of formula (I) is optionally present as an agrochemically acceptable salt thereof. These compounds are thought to be suitable for use as herbicides. The invention therefore also relates to a method of controlling weeds, especially grassy monocotyledonous weeds, in crops of useful plants, comprising applying a compound of formula (I), or a herbicidal composition comprising such a compound, to the plants or to the locus thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel mixtures, to processes for preparing these mixtures, to compositions comprising these mixtures, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms or pests in crop protection and in the protection of materials and as plant growth regulators.

Abstract: What is described is a nutritive media for a manufactured seed comprising a plant non-metabolizable sugar and a manufactured seed comprising plant non-metabolizable sugar in its nutritive medium

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein A is a radical selected from the group consisting of A-1 through A-11, L is —C(R12a)R12b—C(R13a)R13b—; or 1,2-phenylene G is a radical selected from the group consisting of and R1, R2, R12a, R12b, R13a, R13b and Q are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: A plant growth accelerator or an agent for growing vigourous seedlings, which comprises a compound represented by formula (1) as an active ingredient: wherein R1 and R2 each independently represent a C1-4 alkyl group; Y represents a hydrogen atom, a halogeno group, a C1-4 alkyl group, or a C1-4 haloalkyl group; each R3 independently represents a halogeno group, a cyano group, a nitro group, a C1-4 alkyl group or a C1-4 haloalkyl group; and n represents the number of R3 and is an integer of 0 to 6.

Abstract: A tetrazolinone compound of formula (1): wherein R1 and R2 each independently represents a hydrogen atom, etc.; R3 represents a C1-C6 alkyl group, etc.; R4, R5, and R6 each independently represents a hydrogen atom, etc.; A represents a C6-C16 aryl group optionally having one or more atoms or groups selected from Group P, etc.; Q represents the following group Q1, etc.; and X represents an oxygen atom or a sulfur atom, has excellent control activity against pests.

Abstract: A tetrazolinone compound represented by formula (1): wherein R1 represents a C1-C3 alkyl group optionally having a fluorine atom, etc.; R2 and R4 represents a hydrogen atom, etc.; R3 represents a hydrogen atom, etc.; Z1 represents a C1-C3 alkyl group optionally having a halogen atom, etc.; Z2 represents a C1-C3 alkoxy group optionally having a halogen atom, a C3-C4 alkynyloxy group, etc.; Z3 represents a hydrogen atom, a C1-C3 alkyl group optionally having a halogen atom, etc.; and X represents an oxygen atom, etc., has excellent control activity against pests.

Abstract: The subject invention is directed toward antimicrobial agents and methods of treating and preventing infection by pathogenic microorganisms and endophytic microorganisms in a plant through the use of SecA inhibitors.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of additives in the preparation of crop protection composition spray mixtures, in particular as additives for tank mixtures of specific pesticides according to formula (I), pesticide mixtures and crop protection compositions comprising these pesticides.

Abstract: Eight-membered ring cyclic carbonates comprising a ring nitrogen at position 6 (1,3,6-dioxazocan-2-ones) were prepared by reaction of precursor diols with active carbonates. The ring nitrogen is linked to a pendant group Y? via a methylene linking group. The cyclic carbonates undergo organocatalyzed ring opening polymerization to form an initial polycarbonate comprising a backbone tertiary amine group. Quaternization of the initial polycarbonates forms cationic polycarbonates comprising a positive-charged backbone quaternary nitrogen. The cationic polycarbonates can be potent antimicrobial agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a granular agricultural pesticide formulation of reduced toxicity and good heat and storage stability containing an insecticidally effective amount of bifenthrin; a carrier selected from the group consisting of precipitated silica, colloidal silica, attapulgite, china clay, talc, kaolin and combination thereof; a surfactant; and a diluent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for disease control in plants. The compositions for use in the methods of the invention include glyphosate as the active compound. In addition, methods and compositions are disclosed to prevent and treat pest infection in glyphosate tolerant plants.

Abstract: Antimicrobial compositions for killing or deactivating microbes, such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi, include metal nanoparticles, a carrier, and a plurality of metal nanoparticles. The nanoparticles can be selected to have a particle size and particle size distribution to selectively and preferentially kill one of a virus, a bacterium, or a fungus. Antiviral compositions can include nanoparticles having a particle size of 8 nm or less, 1-7 nm, 2-6.5 nm, or 3-6 nm (or up to 10 nm for Ebola virus). Antibacterial compositions can include nanoparticles having a particle size of 3-14 nm, 5-13 nm, 7-12 nm, or 8-10 nm. Antifungal compositions can include nanoparticles having a particle size of 9-20 nm, 10-18 nm, 11-16 nm, or 12-15 nm. Exemplary methods of killing or deactivating microbes include: (1) applying an antimicrobial composition to a substrate containing microbes, and (2) the antimicrobial composition killing or deactivating the microbes.

Abstract: Nanoparticle compositions for treating citrus greening disease and other plant diseases include a liquid or gel carrier and metal nanoparticles dispersed therein. The metal nanoparticles can be spherical-shaped and/or coral-shaped. Methods of treating plant diseases include applying a nanoparticle composition to an infected plant part to kill the microbe causing the disease. The method may further include removing an infected plant part, such as a branch, treating the infected plant part with a nanoparticle composition, and grafting the plant part (branch) back onto the plant. The plant may particularly be a citrus tree.

Abstract: The invention concerns a three component system comprising surface-active substances, vitamins and metal ions for efficient destruction and removal of contaminating proteins, nucleic acids and microorganisms from surfaces like for example laboratory benches, floors, equipment and instruments. These non-corrosive and non-toxic solutions for removal of proteins, nucleic acids and microorganisms are applied by spraying, rubbing or immersion of contaminated surfaces thereby destroying, solubilizing inactivating and removing proteins and nucleic acids. In that way also microorganisms are killed with high efficiency and at the same time all genetic information is inactivated.

Abstract: A biocidal additive package comprises at least one metal or metal containing compound selected from the group consisting of Cu2O, Cu(OH)2, Cu, CuO3, Cu2O3, and a combination thereof, and at least one non-copper metal or non-copper containing metal compound. Non-limiting examples of non-copper metal and non-copper containing metal compounds are Ag, Ag2O, Bi, Bi2O3, Zn, ZnO, or a combination thereof. A biocidal ceramic glaze layer and an article comprising a biocidal ceramic glaze layer are provided. Also provided is a method of affixing a biocidal ceramic glaze to a substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel bacterial strain belonging to Lysobacter capsici species, Lysobacter capsici AZ78, bacteria of said bacterial strain, and bacterial preparations related thereto, as well as to uses of the above for preparing a plant protection product—as well as to plant protection products comprising any of the above as well as to further related uses and methods.

Abstract: Disclosed is an invention that relates to the formation of microsclerotial propagules by mycoparasitic fungi and the use of those microsclerotia for plant disease control. Representative microsclerotia propagules formed are from fugal species Trichoderma harzianum, Trichoderma lignorum, Trichoderma viridae, Trichoderma reesei, Trichoderma koningii, Trichoderma pseudokoningii, Trichoderma polysporum, Trichoderma hamatum, and Trichoderma asperellum.

Abstract: The present invention describes a pesticidal compositions containing a pesticidal natural oil, Neem, and a pesticidal natural fungal entomopathogen, Beauveria bassiana. These compositions can be used to control pests by killing the pests, preventing or reducing feeding, preventing or reducing eclosion of their eggs. These compositions exhibit effective or more rapid knockdown pesticidal activity, and synergistic pesticidal activity. These compositions can be used to control pests including insects and/or arachnids, including arthropods such as whiteflies.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for controlling the growth of an invasive species by application of a composition comprised of a natural pesticide derived from a species to the invasive species, especially endocides. Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for controlling the growth of a first invasive species by application of a composition comprising a natural pesticide derived from a second invasive species to the first invasive species. In some embodiments, the invasive species is an invasive species with glands as the primary accumulation sites of autotoxic chemicals. The first and second invasive species may be the same or they may be different. In some embodiments, the natural pesticide may be an endocide. An endocide (endogenous biocide) is a biocide derived from an endogenous bioactive agent (e.g., a secondary metabolite) that does not cause apparent poison in normal growth of the producing species but will poison or inhibit and even eliminate the parent species when induced in producing species.

Abstract: A method of reducing undesirable microorganism concentration, the method comprises (a) introducing a quantity of fermentable carbohydrate to an aqueous system, (b) introducing a quantity of desirable microorganism to the aqueous system, (c) introducing a hops acid extract into the aqueous system and (d) introducing nisin into the aqueous system.