Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01050939. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01050939. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01050939 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01050939 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01059528. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01059528. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01059528 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01059528 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01051092. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01051092. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01051092 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01051092 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01051129. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01051129. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01051129 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01051129 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01050639. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01050639. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01050639 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01050639 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01052124. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01052124. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01052124 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01052124 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01052100. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01052100. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01052100 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01052100 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01050585. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01050585. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01050585 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01050585 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01050761. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01050761. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01050761 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01050761 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated 373035. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety 373035, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety 373035 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety 373035.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated SLB11, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line SLB11, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line SLB11 with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line SLB11 with another corn line or plant and to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic corn plants produced by that method. This invention also relates to inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line SLB11, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line SLB11 and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated W050369F1, the plants and seeds of wheat variety W050369F1, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety W050369F1 with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety W050369F1 with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by mutagenesis or transformation of variety W050369F1. This invention also relates to methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety W050369F1 and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01046668. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01046668. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01046668 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01046668 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 14R1456B2R2. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 14R1456B2R2. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 14R1456B2R2 and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 14R1456B2R2 with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: Disclosed is the seed of a novel soybean variety, designated 36G13K1, a sample of which is deposited under ATCC Accession No. PTA-123389. Also disclosed are plants, or parts thereof, grown from the seed of the variety, plants having the morphological and physiological characteristics of the 36G13K1 variety, and methods of using the plant or parts thereof in a soybean breeding program.

Abstract: A novel alfalfa variety designated SW5213 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof. Methods for producing an alfalfa plant that comprise crossing alfalfa variety SW5213 with another alfalfa plant. Methods for producing an alfalfa plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into SW5213 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the alfalfa seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. Alfalfa seeds, plants, or plant parts produced by crossing alfalfa variety SW5213, or a trait conversion of SW5213, with another alfalfa plant or population. Alfalfa populations derived from alfalfa variety SW5213, methods for producing other alfalfa populations derived from alfalfa variety SW5213 and the alfalfa populations and their parts derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 52032434 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 52032434, to the plants of soybean cultivar 52032434, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 52032434, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 52032434. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 52032434. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 52032434, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 52032434 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP05006R is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP05006R, cells from soybean variety XBP05006R, plants of soybean XBP05006R, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP05006R. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP05006R with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP05006R, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP05006R, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP05006R. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP05006R are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP12004R is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP12004R, cells from soybean variety XBP12004R, plants of soybean XBP12004R, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP12004R. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP12004R with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP12004R, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP12004R, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP12004R. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP12004R are further provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated XR48C15X. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety XR48C15X. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety XR48C15X and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety XR48C15X with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated XR40AA15X. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety XR40AA15X. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety XR40AA15X and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety XR40AA15X with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 52232331 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 52232331, to the plants of soybean cultivar 52232331, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 52232331, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 52232331. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 52232331. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 52232331, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 52232331 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 53146341 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 53146341, to the plants of soybean cultivar 53146341, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 53146341, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 53146341. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 53146341. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 53146341, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 53146341 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH240M and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH240M with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH240M through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are provided. Hybrid maize seed, plants or plant parts are produced by crossing the variety PH240M or a locus conversion of PH240M with another maize variety.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH2D1R and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH2D1R with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH2D1R through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are provided. Hybrid maize seed, plants or plant parts are produced by crossing the variety PH2D1R or a locus conversion of PH2D1R with another maize variety.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 45-101 RZ, which may exhibit a combination of traits including resistance to downy mildew (Bremia lactucae) races Bl:1 to Bl:31 and CA-I to CA-VIII, currant lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri) biotype Nr:0, lettuce mosaic virus (LMV), as well as having a medium head size, large outer leaves, and dull to moderately glossy leaves. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 45-101 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 45-101 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 79-05 RZ, which may exhibit a combination of traits including resistance against downy mildew strains Bl:1 to Bl:31, CA-I to CA-VIII (Bremia lactucae), currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri) biotype Nr:0, and lettuce mosaic virus (LMV), as well as moderately glossy leaves with a medium to dark green leaf color. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 79-05 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 79-05 RZ.

Abstract: A method of providing a fragrant odour to an application, comprising the addition thereto of at least one compound of the formula I wherein X and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of —CR1R2R3, —NR4R5 and —OR6, wherein R1 to R5 are selected from H and essentially hydrocarbon moieties that optionally comprise at least one oxygen, nitrogen or silicon atom, and R6 is selected from essentially hydrocarbon moieties that optionally comprise at least one oxygen, nitrogen or silicon atom; and, A is an essentially hydrocarbon moiety that optionally comprises at least one oxygen, sulphur, nitrogen or silicon atom, with the proviso that the compound A-CHO is a fragrant aldehyde. The use of these compounds in laundry, household and personal care products confers a long-lasting freshness.

Abstract: A pet habitat comprising a cage structure supported on a base structure, the base structure comprising a reusable tray and a disposable liner, the disposable liner comprising a disposable tray locatable within the reusable tray and the disposable tray having two opposing sides, wherein each of the opposing sides includes a deformable pull tab to separate the disposable tray from the reusable tray.

Abstract: A gravity-fed, animal feeding apparatus is equipped with a funnel, a food chute, and at least one feeding pan. The food chute of the apparatus preferably includes a transport tube configured to extend through a conventional chain-link fence gap via a diamond-shaped fitting, and terminate at the feeding pan disposed on the floor within the fenced pen area. The apparatus is configured to direct dry pet food fed into the funnel disposed on the exterior of the fenced pen area to the feeding pan on the interior of the fence. Gravity causes the food in the funnel to fall into the food chute, passing through the fence, and outputting the food to the feeding pan. The feeding pan is equipped with drainage holes to ensure that the dry food does not get wet, and that water does not collect in the feeding pan.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective animal collar having clear panels to increase a visibility of the wearer. When unassembled, the collar is roughly fan shaped. When assembled, the collar is roughly frustoconical in shape. The collar is lightweight and adjustable. The collar is easy to assemble and can be folded for storage.

Abstract: A housebreaking reward system. The housebreaking reward system includes a moisture sensitive pad, a moisture detector, a reward dispenser, and an optional handheld transmitter. The moisture sensitive pad is constructed to contain and hold fluids (e.g., urine) deposited by an animal and is laid down at location where it is acceptable for an animal to eliminate. The moisture detector is selectively connectable to sensing elements on the moisture sensitive pad to detect when fluid is deposited. If fluid is detected, the moisture sensitive detector signals the reward dispenser to reward the animal for appropriate elimination. At least a portion the moisture sensitive pad is disposable to facilitate easy cleanup of the appropriate elimination area. After one or more fluid deposits, the moisture detector is disconnected from the sensing elements, and the used moisture sensitive pad is discarded.

Abstract: An improved dog toy gripping and throwing device wherein the gripper can be adjusted to accommodate gripping different size and shape dog toys.

Abstract: A chewable pet toy includes recesses in one or more surface of the chewable toy to permit addition of flavors and treats to a chew toy. The recesses are shaped and oriented to keep the added flavors and treats from contacting floors, rugs and furniture on which the toy may be dropped by the pet.

Abstract: A collar/leash combination restraint system may include a hollow connector affixed to a collar. The leash is wrapped around a dog's tail and fed through the hollow connector. This forms a pulley configuration that utilizes the weight and momentum of the dog to leverage control of the animal when dog begins to pull its human walker.

Abstract: A animal restraint harness having a two part pivotable frame having a set of fingers or arms extended therefrom to encircle or saddle an animal body, a spring hinge to force the fingers together, tabs or opening handles to separate the fingers, one or more harness straps, and a leash clip positioned thereon the frame and, thus such harness enables a single person to quickly and/or efficiently place the harness assembly on the animal using one hand and such harness enables safe restraint of the animal without causing the animal to choke or wheeze.

Abstract: A water inlet system for an aquarium is disclosed along with a siphon stopper and a method of attaching the system to an aquarium. The water inlet system is designed to pass through an aperture formed in a sidewall of the aquarium. A tubular member is connected to a pump which can supply water from a reservoir to the aquarium. The tubular member passes through the aperture and into the aquarium. An adapter having a spout is connected to one end of the tubular member. In addition, a siphon stopper is secured to the adapter, above the spout, and serves to break any back siphon that may develop should the water line in the aquarium drop below a predetermined point. The method includes the steps of attaching the water inlet system to the aquarium.

Abstract: The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express a humanized MHC II protein (humanized MHC II ? and ? polypeptides), as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the humanized MHC II protein. Also provided are constructs for and methods of making the genetically modified non-human animals. Methods of using the genetically modified non-human animals to study various aspects of the human immune system are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides ungulate animals, tissue and organs as well as cells and cell lines derived from such animals, tissue and organs, which lack expression of functional endogenous immunoglobulin loci. The present invention also provides ungulate animals, tissue and organs as well as cells and cell lines derived from such animals, tissue and organs, which express xenogenous, such as human, immunoglobulin loci. The present invention further provides ungulate, such as porcine genomic DNA sequence of porcine heavy and light chain immunogobulins. Such animals, tissues, organs and cells can be used in research and medical therapy. In addition, methods are provided to prepare such animals, organs, tissues, and cells.

Abstract: A method and system for remote operation of at least one electric fishing reel by radio communication with a communication terminal having a radio communication module. The at least one electric fishing reel includes a radio communication module compatible with the command terminal radio communication module. The communication terminal carries an application that transmits a command through a user interface to control the at least one electric fishing reel. The at least one electric fishing reel transmits to the communication terminal a connection request signal. together with a device ID, at startup of the program. The communication terminal transmits to the electric fishing reel having the device ID a connection permit signal upon receiving the connection request signal such that a communication protocol connection is established between the communication terminal and the electric fishing reel.

Abstract: Illustrative embodiments of integrated pest management (IPM) systems and electronic insect monitoring devices (EIMDs) are disclosed. In some embodiments, the EIMDs may each comprise a lure for attracting at least one target insect species, one or more sensors that generate one or more output signals in response to an insect approaching the lure, and an electronic controller configured to determine if the insect approaching the lure belongs to the at least one target insect species using the one or more output signals. In some embodiments, the IPM system may comprise a plurality of EIMDs configured to communicate over a wireless network shared by the plurality of EIMDs.

Abstract: A fencing system for deterring an animal from entering a facility includes a control box, a fencing base controlled by the control box, and a conduit cable connecting the control box and the fencing base. The control box includes a power supply, a generator board, a transformer and a grid load resistance detector. The generator board produces electrical wave form transformed by the transformer. The transformer connects to two connection braces of the fencing base. The control box operates in an active mode and a halted mode depending the grid load resistance and duration of the load resistance. The fencing base includes a set of fence tracks forming the grid and connected to the connection braces in an alternating style. The control box also supports more than one fencing base. The more than one fencing base can take different shapes and be extended in length to fit facility openings of different sizes.

Abstract: A disposable single-use animal attractant dispensing device has a pouch formed by front and back panels joined along peripheral edges, which includes a pouch section for retaining an animal attractant and a single-use absorbent lure for absorbing the attractant. A first opening formed by un-joined portions of the panels is sealed together along with a portion of the lure to form a sealing section, forming a substantially impervious seal. A notch is provided to assist the user in rupturing the seal to separate the pouch and sealing sections and to expose the lure. A securement is provided for securing the pouch to a user, and may include a pouch connection member and a user connection member. An aperture disposed in the sealing section of the pouch receives a portion of the securement. A pocket on an outer surface of the pouch holds a portion of the securement.

Abstract: A hunter's tree stand has a longitudinally adjustable main frame, a standing platform suspended from the main frame, a seat, and a collapsible canopy cover pivotally engaged with the main frame. The main frame has two parallel rails and a plurality of cross bars extending transversely between the rail. An archery bow holder and a pair of gun holders are detachably supported by the rails. The standing platform is attached to the rails using telescoping struts.

Abstract: The invention provides an isolated nucleic acid having a sequence encoding a spermidine/spermine acetyltransferase (“SSAT”), wherein translation of an mRNA comprising the encoded SSAT has increased basal translation and increased stimulated translation, compared to a wild-type mRNA encoding SSAT. Methods of use for the nucleic acid are also provided. Methods and compositions are also provided for reducing ischemia-reperfusion injury in organs or tissue for transplantation.

Abstract: Disclosed is an in vitro or ex vivo method for preserving and/or keeping alive mammalian, preferably human skin biopsies, enabling to transport it and, if applicable, to culture it. Also disclosed is a skin biopsy thus preserved and obtained by such a method and relates to its use as a model especially in a kit for screening or selecting cosmetic or therapeutic compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agrochemical composition comprising a pesticide and a solvent of the formula (B) as described hereinbelow. The invention furthermore relates to a process for the preparation of the composition by bringing the pesticide and the solvent into contact; a use of the solvent of the formula (B) as a solvent for pesticides; methods for controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired vegetation and/or undesired insect or mite attack and/or for regulating the growth of plants, wherein the composition is allowed to act on the respective pests, their environment or on the plants to be protected from the respective pest, on the soil and/or on undesired plants and/or on the crop plants and/or on their environment; and on seed comprising the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel methods of applying pesticides to control pests with reduced phytotoxicity effects. The method comprises applying pesticides as micro-droplets in a low volume but high concentration.

Abstract: Use of aziridines for stabilizing iodine-containing compounds, especially biocides.

Abstract: A copper complex titanium oxide dispersion liquid includes: titanium oxide particles; and 0.1 to 20 parts by mass of cuprous oxide particles per 100 parts by mass of the titanium oxide particles. The dispersion liquid further includes: 5 to 100 parts by mass of phosphate ester-based anionic surfactant per 100 parts by mass of the titanium oxide particles and the cuprous oxide particles combined; and 300 to 2000 parts by mass of an organic solvent per 100 parts by mass of the titanium oxide particles and the cuprous oxide particles combined. The titanium oxide particles and the cuprous oxide particles have an average primary particle diameter of 2 nm to 80 nm and have an average secondary particle diameter of 50 nm to 150 nm as measured by dynamic light scattering using cumulant analysis. Moreover, 10 or more parts by mass of the titanium oxide particles are contained in 100 parts by mass of non-volatile matter content of the copper complex titanium oxide dispersion liquid.