Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide systems and methods for stimulating a desired response, such as ovulation and egg laying, fertility, hunger, growth, mood and sexual maturity in birds or ayes, by controlling the pulsing of two or more different wavelength bands, duty cycle, and frequency of photon bursts within a photon signal to a bird, where the photon modulation and duty cycle is based upon the specific needs of the bird.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a breeding method for obtaining heterosis in lined seahorses, which comprises the following steps: S1, selecting parents of lined seahorse from populations with great differences in genetic background; S2, intensified rearing the parents before pregnancy; S3, matching and breeding the parents of lined seahorse from different geographical populations according to complete diallel cross method; S4, finely nursing pregnant seahorses; S5, respectively collecting all postlarvae (filial generations) hatched by each breeding group in one week; S6, rearing the filial generations; and S7, comparing survival rate and growth performance of filial generations. The present invention, via hybridization of different geographical populations to obtain lined seahorse, makes effective use of heterosis. Survival rate and growth rate of filial generations are apparently enhanced compared to that of those filial generations without hybridization.

Abstract: The present invention provides livestock animals and methods to create recipient animals for spermatogonial stem cell transplantation through modulation of the NANOS gene. In one embodiment genome editing issued to create animals with insertions or deletions (indels) that inactivate or otherwise modulate NANOS gene activity so that resulting males lack functional germ cells yet retain functional somatic cells, and females are fertile. These males can then be transplanted with donor spermatogonial stem cells and used for breeding.

Abstract: Non-human animals, and methods and compositions for making and using the same, are provided, wherein said non-human animals comprise a humanization of a Lymphocyte activation gene 3 (Lag3). Said non-human animals may be described, in some embodiments, as having a genetic modification to an endogenous Lag3 locus so that said non-human animals express a Lag3 polypeptide that includes a human portion and an endogenous portion (e.g., a non-human portion).

Abstract: The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express chimeric human/non-human MHC I polypeptide and/or human or humanized ?2 microglobulin polypeptide, as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the same. Also provided are constructs for making said genetically modified animals and methods of making the same. Methods of using the genetically modified animals to study various aspects of human immune system are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a robotic system for culturing and conducting experiments on C. elegans comprising a nutating tower, a well plate positioner, a reagent assembly, a liquid dispensing assembly, a wash and camera assembly, a housing assembly, a tip tray, and a three axes positioner wherein the nutating tower stores and nutates well plates. The present invention further provides a method of using the above-described system to culture C. elegans.

Abstract: The paddle of the present invention is a paddle having an extendable and retractable spear. The paddle of the present invention provides the customary utility of providing motion when used in connection with a water vessel. The present invention is particularly directed to an interior or exterior spear, which the user can selectably extend and retract.

Abstract: A fish call comprising: an acoustically tuned body having an outer envelope; and a capsule containing a plurality of beads consisting of at least two different sizes having a ratio of 1:1.25, where the capsule is substantially encompassed by the body, and where the plurality of beads produces a sound that mimics an invertebrate prey moving underwater.

Abstract: A portable one piece hanger means comprising a gripping means and a holding means, with the gripping means adapted to readily attach and detach said hanger mean to and from a fishing rod that has a fishing reel attached thereto and with the holding means adapted to support a supply spool of fishing line that rotates on said holding means but is held securely thereon while said holding means exerts a drag on the spool thus tensioning the line as it is fed from the supply spool to the reel while the hanger means is temporarily and securely attached to the fishing rod. The holding means is on the same side of the hanger means as the griping means and the hanger means can be a package when sold with the supply spool as a unit.

Abstract: A fishing reel is provided, which includes: a frame having a through hole and a mounting part; a spool rotatably disposed inside of the frame with a fishing line wound thereon; a main shaft inserted into the spool; a brake unit mounted on the spool to put the brake thereon; and a cover unit disposed on the brake unit. The brake unit includes: a retainer having a fixing groove and a plurality of first guide grooves; a brake shoe housing fixed to the retainer and has a plurality of slots, a plurality of second guide grooves, and a plurality of mounting grooves; brake shoes mounted in the plurality of slots so as to be inserted into the slots or withdrawn therefrom; and pivot members mounted in the mounting grooves to press the brake shoes.

Abstract: A fishing pole heating assembly includes a fishing pole that has a handle portion and a rod portion. The fishing pole includes a reel coupled to the handle portion and a plurality of eyelets coupled to the rod portion. The eyelets are spaced apart from each other and extend along the rod portion. A heating apparatus is coupled to the fishing rod and the heating apparatus heats the eyelets.

Abstract: The invention is a tackle box in which both the lid and the base are fitted with a clean water inlet and waste water outlet, respectively, with an optional outlet hose attached the the water outlet, so that upon entry of clean water the tackle box is configured to be self-cleaning and can be left open for a few hours or overnight to dry.

Abstract: A device for holding a fishing rod, the device comprises a first clip member and a second clip member each with a clipping end and a handle end, the clip members are connected to each other by a pivot pin. The handle end of the first and second clip members comprise a vertical slot for receiving and holding the fishing rod. The device further comprise a resilient member disposed around the pivot pin, the resilient member comprise two opposite ends pressed against an inner surface of the first and second clip members, so as to clip on the device to a vertical surface of an object.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an apparatus for indicating pest activity that includes an activity indicator and an activity sensor. The activity sensor includes a substrate that is a material attractive to a target pest species, and a sensing element formed on and/or within the substrate. The sensing element is couplable to a power source and the activity indicator, and outputs a signal to the activity indicator. The signal is influenced by pest activity on and/or within the substrate, and the activity indicator indicates a state of the signal received from the sensing element. The state of the signal changes responsive to deposit of a pest excretion on the sensing element. The present disclosure also provides a pest activity reporting system incorporating the apparatus that conveys a state of the signal to a remote location. The present disclosure also provides an activity sensor for use in the apparatus.

Abstract: A pest control device is provided for trapping for example bugs. The device comprises a solid body and an adhesive layer over the solid body to trap bugs that try to access a furniture post. In some embodiments, a central opening in the adhesive exposes the furniture post to a non-sticky portion of the solid body. Some embodiments include a plurality of sheets of adhesive material that include an enlarged area with a central opening therethrough. The central opening is adapted to receive a furniture post therethrough while the enlarged area of the solid body surrounds the post along the floor or other surface preventing access from underneath the device. The device includes a stack of removable adhesive sheets. A used sheet can be peeled off to reveal a clean sheet thereunder.

Abstract: Dual action lethal containers, systems, methods, compositions and formulas used to kill mosquitoes and their larvae. The containers can have separate interior larvicidal and adulticidal coatings separated from each other by horizontal water line holes in the container. Another container can use a novel combined coating of a larvicidal and adulticidal coating. Unique compositions of adulticidal coatings, larvicidal coatings and combined adulticidal and larvicidal coatings can be used as liners.

Abstract: Disclosed is a self-powered vehicle utilized in the field of agriculture, property maintenance, landscaping for use with estate or condominium ground maintenance. It is used for spraying pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer and the like and also for application of similar products in granular form, but further serves as a maintenance platform around a larger industrial facility. Its main payload area is also used for cargo and product transport. It offers high mobility and maneuverability. It is powered with gearhead motors connected to its drive wheels with batteries as its power source. They are charged by an engine driven generator all of which is mounted on the vehicle. Directional control is achieved by the use of a motorcycle handle bar in combination with rotary potentiometers. Each potentiometer controls pulse width of a pulse width modulator thereby controlling the speed of a gearhead motor. The vehicle is optionally a walk behind device but may be provided with a seat behind the handle bar.

Abstract: The invention relates to an agricultural machine for spraying a phytosanitary liquid over cultivated land, said machine comprising means for moving the machine, a spray boom having at least one arm, a mechanism for inclining the boom and/or at least one of the arms in relation to a frame of the machine and vertically when the machine is on a flat and horizontal surface, and a mechanism for raising/lowering the boom along an axis fixed in relation to the frame of the machine. At least one of the arms is provided with at least one sensor, each sensor measuring a distance between the surface of the land and said sensor or, if necessary, between the crop and the sensor. The control unit is connected to each sensor, provided with a memory for storing information provided by each sensor, and able to control the raising/lowering mechanism according to information stored in the memory.

Abstract: A scent masking kit for maintenance of a hunting environment. The hunter, before entering into the hunting environment opens an airtight sealed package and dons scent masking gloves and shoe covers contained therein, wipes masking scents on the contact surfaces of the gloves and shoe covers, and enters the hunting environment temporarily to maintain the area's equipment, and uses a kneeling pad when working close to the ground to avoid leaving human scent in the environment. Upon leaving the area, the hunter disposes of the kit components and thus is prevented from contaminating the hunting environment with human scents which may repel the wildlife.

Abstract: A securement mechanism for a ladder tree stand includes jaws pivotably attachable to a platform. When open, a tree can pass between the jaws. A strap assembly attaches to the jaws. A tension can be applied to the strap assembly from the ground before climbing the tree to pivot the jaws to close around the tree. The strap assembly can be anchored to the tree so that the jaws are pulled closed against the tree. A respective end portion of the strap assembly can attach to each of the jaws between its pivot axis and free end. The strap assembly can include a pivot strap secured to the jaws and a tensioning strap connected to the tree and secured to the pivot strap to slide along its length.

Abstract: An internet controlled hunting decoy allows hunters to remotely control the decoy, regardless of their physical proximity to the decoy. An internet enabled microcontroller communicates with the internet, and provides signals to a plurality of motors to control the movements or other decoy features of the system. Control of the micro controller may be provided by a computing device operatively connected to the internet. The decoy may be put into a sleep mode in between hunting activity sequences and started and stopped by the hunter as desired.

Abstract: Disclosed are extruded pesticide granules that when mixed with water form a near micro-emulsion that is highly stable. The extruded pesticide granules include at least one pesticide active ingredient, a non-ionic surfactant, and a carrier, which is desirably urea powder or urea pearl. Processes for making the extruded pesticide granules are also disclosed.

Abstract: Exemplary methods and systems for killing or deactivating spores include applying a fluid containing an additive to a surface containing a spore; and applying direct or indirect plasma to the surface for a period of time.

Abstract: Agricultural compositions having reduced aquatic toxicity are disclosed. The compositions comprise an agricultural active, a monounsaturated C10-C12 fatty amine ethoxylate, and optionally water. The compositions may further comprise an auxiliary surfactant, a solvent, or both. In certain preferred aspects, the agricultural active is a glyphosate salt. Agricultural compositions comprising a monounsaturated C10-C12 fatty amine ethoxylate have good herbicidal efficacy. Unexpectedly, the monounsaturated C10-C12 fatty amine ethoxylates have reduced aquatic toxicity when compared with their saturated analogs.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to disinfection and cleaning systems for medical devices. In a preferred embodiment, the invention relates to compositions, methods and articles for simultaneously cleaning and disinfecting contact lenses. The present invention is directed to ophthalmic compositions containing one or more block copolymers referred to as (polyoxyethylene)-(poly-oxybutylene) block copolymers (“PEO-PBO”). The invention is particularly directed to the use of PEO-PBO di-block copolymers as non-foaming wetting agents in peroxide-based compositions for disinfecting contact lenses.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to antifungal nanofibrous materials and the use of such materials.

Abstract: An aqueous disinfectant formulation comprising at least one phenolic compound of natural origin; a surfactant sufficient to form a solution or dispersion of the essential oil in an aqueous carrier; a solvent, and sufficient water to make 100 weight percent is described herein.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising a matrix of chitosan and a tannin wherein the chitosan is electrostatically bonded to the tannin to form a chitosan-tannin composite material. The chitosan can be partially or fully deacetylated, and the tannin can be a monomeric or an oligomeric proanthocyanidin or a hydrolysable tannin. The chitosan-tannin composite material can be a nanoparticle, a hydrogel film, a bio-foam, or a biogel, or the chitosan-tannin composite material can coat a liposome. The composite materials can be used for drug delivery, for antibacterial and/or antifungal applications, for tissue engineering applications, for wound healing applications, or they can be used as adjuvants for vaccination, including oral vaccinations. The invention also provides methods of preparing the composite materials and their various forms.

Abstract: A method of protecting rice from infestation and attack by pests comprises contacting rice with a pesticidal composition that comprises a synergistically effective amount of spinetoram and methoxyfenozide. The pesticidal composition comprises methoxyfenozide in an amount of at least three parts by weight per one part by weight of spinetoram.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel substituted pyrazolyl-nicotin(thio)amide derivatives, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these compounds, and to the use thereof as biologically active compounds, especially for control of harmful microorganisms, in crop protection and in the protection of materials.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to active compound combinations, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprises (A) a thiazolylisoxazoline of formula (I) and a further fungicidally active compound (B). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and not at least to the treated seed.

Abstract: An antimicrobial composition including an alkyl pyridinium or a salt of alkyl pyridinium and an isothiazolinone or a salt of an isothiazolinone is effective against bacterial and fungicidal growth and resulting degradation in paints, emulsions, adhesives, and joint compounds, among other things. The composition may be employed in an aqueous liquid medium. Carriers may be employed to deliver the antimicrobial mixtures in liquid or pellet form. The invention is also a method for inhibiting microbial growth which employs the antimicrobial composition. In a preferred aspect, the invention is antimicrobial composition which includes cetyl pyiridinium choride and benzisothiazolinone salt, in a proportion that is synergistically effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Enterobacter aerogenes, and Alcaligenes faecailis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid termiticide compositions comprising a pyrethroid and a neonicotinoid selected from the group consisting of imidacloprid, nithiazine, thiamethoxam, dinotefuran, nitenpyram, thiacloprid and clothianadin, these compositions result in an increase in termite mortality at low application rates and a continuous chemical barrier of a termiticide in soil surrounding and beneath a structure in a locus where termites are suspected or known to exist.

Abstract: More particularly, the present invention relates to a process for producing antimicrobial core-shell microcapsules with immobilized silver particles into and onto the shell. The latter can be used in home or personal care products for delivering a perfuming and malodour-countering effect. The microcapsules obtainable by such a process and the consumer products comprising these microcapsules are also objects of the invention.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to use of polydopamine (PD) coated cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) as template for further conjugation of functional oligomers (amines, carboxylic acids etc.) and the immobilization of various types of CNC hybrid nanomaterial nanoparticles to improve their stability in aqueous solution, e.g. the preparation of silver nanoparticle on CNC. Surface functionalization of CNC with polydopamine can be performed by mixing dopamine and CNCs for certain time at designed temperature. The resultant PD-CNCs can be used to stabilize metallic and inorganic nanoparticles, which could be generated in-situ, and further immobilized on the surface of PD coated CNCs. Benefiting from the improved stability, the resultant nanoparticles immobilized PD-CNC system also generally possess higher catalytic activity than the nanoparticles alone.

Abstract: A composition including a lyophilized bacteriophage or an expression thereof present in an amount effective for the elimination of Xylella fastiodisa or Xanthomonas in a plant. The lyophilized bacteriophage or an expression thereof is further combined with a bacteriophage nutrient and a water soluble polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of this composition as well as a method for reducing overall damage of plants and plant parts.

Abstract: This document presents algae-derived antimicrobial fiber substrates, and a method of making the same. The fiber may be a synthetic fiber, but can also be formed as a cellulosic (e.g., cotton). In various implementations, an algae-derived antimicrobial fiber substrate can be made to have identical properties and characteristics of nylon-6 of nylon 6-6 polymer or the like, and yet contain antimicrobial, anti-viral, and/or flame retardant algal derived substances. Any of various species of red algae, brown algae, blue-green algae, and brown seaweed (marine microalgae and/or macroalgae) are known to contain a high level of sulfated polysaccharides with inherent antimicrobial, antiviral, and flame-retardant properties, and can be used as described herein. Additionally disclosed are algae-derived flexible foams, whether open-cell or closed-cell, with inherent antimicrobial, antiviral, and flame resistant properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for inactivating Cronobacter sakazakii, which belongs to the field of food safety technologies. The present invention provides a method to use tea polyphenols as an active ingredient to inactivate Cronobacter sakazakii. The invention can be used to control and eliminate the contamination of Cronobacter sakazakii in food or food processing, especially the contamination of Cronobacter sakazakii during PIF production. The present invention provides an effective method to clean and sterilize the environment and the equipment, especially to clean the inner wall of the equipment which is hard to clean due to biofilms formed inside.

Abstract: A cooling jacket for use with an industrial mixer that includes a bowl sheet, including a first horizontal rail mounted lengthwise across the top portion of the rear section of the bowl sheet; a second horizontal rail mounted lengthwise across the top portion of the front section of the bowl sheet; a plurality of vertical rails mounted on the rear section of the bowl sheet in a staggered pattern; a plurality of vertical rails mounted on the front section of the bowl sheet in a staggered pattern; a plurality of horizontal rails mounted across the bottom edge of the bowl sheet, wherein each rail is mounted between and perpendicular to certain of the vertical rails on the rear and front sections of the bowl sheet; wherein the first and second horizontal rails, vertical rails, and horizontal rails define a first coolant channel on the rear section of the bowl sheet and a second coolant channel of the front surface of the bowl sheet; and a plurality of channel covers mounted to the various vertical rails for enclo

Abstract: Implementations of edible structures may include: at least four walls, each wall having an inner side and an outer side, at least one flexible interior wall support coupled to the inner sides of the at least four walls where the width of the at least one flexible interior wall support is less than the height of any of the at least four walls, a roof having two or more roof sections, wherein the roof is configured to rest on the at least four walls, each roof section having an inner side and an outer side, and at least one flexible interior roof support coupled to the inner sides of the two or more roof sections, wherein the at least one flexible interior roof support is not directly connected to the at least one flexible interior wall support.

Abstract: A proofed frozen dough includes a dough mixture of flour, water, and optionally additives; gas bubbles dispersed throughout the dough matrix; a spent yeast component; and a preserved yeast component. According to some aspects, the preserved yeast component includes encapsulated yeast, fat-coated yeast, non-hydrated active dry yeast, non-hydrated instant yeast, non-hydrated semi-dry yeast, non-hydrated frozen yeast, or a combination thereof. A frozen dough product can be prepared by mixing dough ingredients to produce a dough composition, where the dough ingredients include water, flour, a first yeast, and a second yeast; proofing the dough, where during proofing the first yeast is spent and the second yeast is preserved; and freezing the dough after proofing.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus for humanely dispatching wounded game in the field comprises a shank with a connecting end, a curved region, and a pointed end, connected to a grip formed at the connecting end of the shank, and a finger loop. The grip can further comprise a series or flattened portions configured to engage the gaps in a choke tube in order to remove the choke tube.

Abstract: A method to capture data for animals to be slaughtered with an image capture unit that has an image capture range in which a surface of an animal to be slaughtered is captured visually and in which image points on the surface of the animal are captured. The capture unit provides image point data from the image points in transmittable form. An evaluation unit captures the point data and uses the point data to capture markings on the rear surface of the animal. The evaluation unit provides the markings as a storable capture result. Image points on the surface of the animal are captured in the image capture range. The points contain the markings. The capture unit transmits the point data. The evaluation unit captures the image point data. The method makes an association of an identification code for an animal with the point data. The evaluation unit provides the markings as a storable capture result with the code for the animal.

Abstract: A scribe saw assembly is provided for a loin puller and has substantially reduced wear and increased life of the assembly components. A pinion assembly includes a double keyway and opposing cutouts on the pinion shaft, with dual needle bearings. A bevel gear assembly includes pins for holding the scribe saw blade and dual bearings on the bevel gear shaft to eliminate shaft flex and blade wear. The standard is mounted to the motor housing with load bearing pins to prevent loosening of the mounting bolts. An adjustable ski is provided on the standard to control the cutting depth of the scribe saw blade.

Abstract: A dehider includes an elongated handle having side-by-side circular disks, one of which is stationary and the other is rotary. A pinion gear is power-driven to rotate the rotary disk.

Abstract: The invention relates to the design of a food forming drum (2) which will be used for moulding food in shaped products. The application field wherein the drum will operate is the field of human consumption and pet food and reaches from meat products (poultry, pork, beef, etc), meat replacement products, fish, dairy to potatoes and vegetables products. Particularly, the present invention relates to a food forming drum comprising an inner member (24) with an inner cylinder (16) and a multitude of ribs (17) extending in radial direction from the inner cylinder and with at least one porous member, made from a porous material with interconnecting pores, connected to the ribs and wherein a multitude of rows with product cavities, each row comprising one or a multitude of product cavities, are provided in the porous member(s). The present invention further relates to a method to produce such drums.

Abstract: Provided are a paper material for fibrous casing enabling a fibrous casing to deliver favorable performance, a production method thereof, and a fibrous casing employing the paper material for fibrous casing. The paper material for fibrous casing of the present invention is used as a food packaging material in heat processing of a foodstuff, and is formed from pulp as a principal component, with one face being a glossy face and another face being a matte face. The fibrous casing of the present invention comprises: a paper layer that is arranged as an innermost layer and formed from a paper material; and a synthetic resin layer that is overlaid on an outer face of the paper layer, the paper material being the paper material for fibrous casing. The matte face of the paper material is preferably directed inward. The glossy face of the paper material is also preferably directed inward.

Abstract: A method and a corresponding system for harvesting knee meat and thigh meat from a whole leg poultry product are disclosed. The method includes providing a leg product having a thigh, a drumstick, a knee and a transverse cut at the knee.