Abstract: A health monitoring system for caged birds is described. An enclosure containing sensors and associated circuitry mounts to the outside of a bird cage with a perch protruding into the cage. The sensors included in the present embodiment are a strain gauge load cell for bird weight measuring, a temperature sensor, and an ambient light sensor. The load cell is used with a perch such that the bird's weight can be measured whenever they alight upon the perch. Also included is a piezoelectric sensor to measure vibration data from the cage itself, which is used as a proxy for the bird's activity level. Associated circuitry and software processes and transmits this data to an internet-hosted server. The user can access this information to track a caged bird's weight, activity level, and environmental conditions over time.

Abstract: An egg grasp device is provided. Such a device includes a body and a plurality of elongated members extending from the body. The elongated members are interlaced to form a sheath capable of retaining an egg. The sheath has a distal end and a proximal end at which the elongated members are operably engaged with the body. The elongated members cooperate to define an opening at the distal end through which an egg is received when the elongated members engage and deflect about an egg such that the egg is seated within the sheath. Associated systems and methods are also provided.

Abstract: An improvement to a functional module for the selective application of substances inside fertile eggs represents an inventive solution in the field of poultry fanning, in particular in the field of poultry breeding, and more specifically in the step of application of vaccines and/or nutrients into fertile eggs by injection, this improvement reducing the risk of violation of biological safety, and ensuring the integrity and survival of the embryo (Em), limiting intra-ovum nutritional supplementation to the amniotic fluid (Li) only, without contact of the needle (a13) with the embryo (Em), and to achieve this condition the module for the selective application of substances inside fertile eggs (Ov) has a structure composed of an injector selector submodule (m1), a selective operation actuation submodule (m2), a speed control submodule (m3) and a common perforator/needle return submodule (m4).

Abstract: An improvement to an operational system of a module for locking injection devices of a subsystem for applying substances into fertile eggs represents an inventive solution in the field of poultry fanning, in particular in the field of poultry breeding and more specifically in the step of application of vaccines and/or nutrients into fertile eggs (Ov), wherein the locking submodule (m1) of the subsystem for applying substances into fertile eggs has a distinguishing concept, the locking and stabilising of each injection device (I) by at least three inflatable elements (12) mounted side by side in respective adjacent openings (11b), and a pressure recognition submodule (m5) is provided under operational optics to allow the management submodule (m2) to decide whether to start the substance inoculation module.

Abstract: A system ventilation and entrance adjustment for a beehive is provided. The system includes: a first panel comprising a first cutout and an entrance adjustment portion flanking the first cutout; and a second panel disposed rearward of the first panel and comprising a second cutout. The first panel is slidable relative to the second panel. In a closed configuration the entrance adjustment portion blocks the second cutout to prevent bees from passing through, and in an open configuration the entrance adjustment portion either does not block, or only partially blocks, the second cutout to allow bees to pass through. The first panel and the second panel each comprise ventilation means. In the closed configuration and in the open configuration the ventilation means of the first panel are arranged to at least partially overlap with the ventilation means of the second panel to allow air to flow through the system.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are formulations for promoting honeybee health. In some embodiments, the formulations include an aqueous solution having an organic acid, one or more buffering agents, one or more coloring dyes, and one or more strains of probiotic bacteria.

Abstract: An artificial habitat for a variety of aquatic taxa, including fish, which provides dynamic habitat consisting of buoyant, corrugated high or low density polyethylene pipe split longitudinally as to form two or more strips of ribbed material that curls to mimic aquatic plant genera such as Vallisneria.

Abstract: The present application discloses a method for generating human tissues in a non-human animal comprising: (i) generating human naïve state stem cells and injecting them into a blastocyst or embryo of a non-human animal such that a chimeric animal is generated; (ii) harvesting human tissues, organs, cells or factors secreted by or made in the human tissues or cells from the chimeric animal; and (iii) transplanting or administering the harvested material into a human resulting in generation of human tissues in a non-human animal.

Abstract: Materials and methods for making multiplex gene edits in cells and are presented. Further methods include animals and methods of making the same. Methods of making chimeric animals are presented, as well as chimeric animals.

Abstract: In some aspects, the present invention provides chimeric transferrin receptor (TfR) polynucleotides and polypeptides. In other aspects, this invention provides chimeric TfR transgenic animal models and methods of using the animal models to identify therapeutics that can cross the blood-brain barrier.

Abstract: A fish calling device for attracting predatory fishes by mimicking all sensory characteristics of a prey including appearance, sound and smell is disclosed. The device is configured to spray water into a waterbody around the device in a circular or a semi-circular pattern, thereby mimicking the appearance of a group of bait fishes. The water is sprayed to create the sound of a bait fish trying to escape from the predatory fishes when sprayed onto the waterbody. A scent bag is attached to the sprayer for dispersing/dispensing a smell through the water sprayer thereby mimicking the smell of a bait fish. Thus the device activates three senses of the predatory fishes including sight, hearing and smell for attracting them while fishing/competition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bait drive unit (1), in particular to be installed in a bait fish (100, 110), and to a bait fish (100, 110) having a bait drive unit (1). The object of the invention is to provide a bait drive unit (1) which, situated in a bait fish (100, 110), imitates even more effectively the movements of a “sick” bait fish (100, 110) and thus promises an even higher yield when fishing. A further object of the invention is to provide a bait fish (100, 110) having such a bait drive unit (1). The object is achieved, inter alia, by a bait drive unit (1), in particular to be installed in a bait fish (100, 110), having an energy store (2), an electromotive drive device (3) and a shaft actuatable via the electromotive drive device (3), in that the shaft (4) is curved in such a way that, when projecting into a plane, the curvature of the shaft (4) does not undergo any change in the sign.

Abstract: The apparatus is an attachment device for connecting a fishing line to a fishing hook without tying a knot. The apparatus is cylindrical metal tube configuration. The body of the tube is crimped 90 degrees starting from the center of the tube to each end as to restrict the fishing hood, when inserted, from completely penetrating through the tube. The fishing line is first inserted completely through the tube. The fishing hook, eye end, is then inserted. Once both the fishing line and fishing hook are inserted, a crimping tool is applied to create and interference fit thus locking the fishing line and fishing hook inside the tube.

Abstract: A fish pick and method includes a fish pick, the device has a 0.25 inch diameter rod made of stainless steel and formed into a shape configured to support a handle and a fish having a rod handle support including a rigidly coupled handle, a rod guard support including a removably couplable guard having at least one notch, a rod base, and a rod fish support extending from the rod base and offset twenty degrees from the rod guard support. The rod fish support is configured to hold a fish by insertion into the fish's gills and exiting the fish's mouth.

Abstract: A generally elongate fishing apparatus having an aperture and a slot of sufficient width to allow a fishing line introduced into the slot to enter the aperture, the fishing apparatus further including a necked portion adjacent to a distal end that is adjacent to the aperture. A fisherman can avoid unwanted discomfort by introducing a fishing line into the aperture through the slot, wrapping the fishing line around the necked portion and by then gripping and pulling a handle portion of the fishing apparatus to pull tension into the fishing line to, for example, pull the fishing line free of an underwater obstruction or debris or to pull a fish captured on a hook on and end of the fishing line towards a boat, pier or dock and within a sufficient proximity for the fisherman to use a net to lift the fish from the water.

Abstract: An insect trap for use with containers, including garbage receptacles. An insect trap is attached or molded to or otherwise integrated with a container and relies on the contents within the container to attract or lure insects into a trap compartment designed to effectively entrap insects therein. Used trap compartments are discarded into the container using release mechanisms, sliding mechanisms, and other mechanisms that allow the used trap compartment to be discarded without coming in direct contact with the used trap compartment.

Abstract: An insect trap device and methods of using the device are described herein. In some embodiments, an insect trap includes a light source, a removable enclosure with at least one opening, an adhesive surface at least partially within the enclosure, and optics to redirect light from the light source onto an adhesive trapping surface. The light source may include at least one light emitting diode (LED). The optics may be attached to the removable enclosure, and may be located at least partially within the enclosure. The optics may include optical enhancers such as a reflector, a lens and/or a diffuser. The insect trap may further include an insect attractant that emits sound or scent.

Abstract: A movable agricultural product applicator system for dispensing various agricultural-related products along the ground surface of agricultural crops is provided. The application system provides a hose assembly interconnecting a supporting boom and an applicator, wherein the applicator drags along the ground surface dispensing product as the supporting boom moves by a carrier. The application system may include a swivel connection facilitating a rotational and pivotal connection of the hose assembly to the supporting boom, wherein a mounting assembly removably mounts the application system to the supporting boom. The hose assembly is designed with bending properties that enable the applicator to self-center and locate rows between crops as it is being dragged along the ground surface, as well as enable the applicator to surf above obstacles.

Abstract: A bait insert including a tank filled with a liquid bait having a discharge port, a tray top having an engagement port, and a drinking area, wherein the engagement port engages with the discharge port of the tank, and a tray base sealed to the tray top, wherein the tray base includes a plurality of troughs forming an internal flow paths for the liquid bait to flow from the tank to drinking area of the tray top. Further in one embodiment, a bait insert with a spiked tray base having a spike integral to the spiked tray base configured to pierce a foil of a sealed tank is described.

Abstract: A pest control device comprising a capacitive sensor array including a plurality of sensor pads, the capacitive sensor array being configured to generate an electrical output signal indicating the state of each sensor pad, and an electronic controller electrically connected to the capacitive sensor array, the electronic controller including a processor and a memory including a plurality of instructions, which, when executed by the processor, causes the processor to: receive the electrical output signals from the capacitive sensor array, determine a measured capacitance value for each sensor pad based on each electrical output signal, calculate a baseline for each sensor pad based on the measured capacitance value of the sensor pad, determine whether a difference between the measured capacitance value of at least one sensor pad and its corresponding baseline exceeds a first predetermined threshold, update a counter when the first predetermined threshold is exceeded, and record an event indicative of a presence

Abstract: A composition and method for stabilizing DNA in saliva at room temperature. The composition comprises a denaturing agent, a chelating agent, a biocide and trehalose in a gel formulation. Such a composition is re-hydrated upon contact with saliva. Also included are means for storing the composition.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of using the composition to treat substrates in need of a coating compositing to provide protection against pests are described. The coating composition includes at least one pesticide compound and a sol-gel that is derived from least one base compound, at least one bonding agent, and at least one plasticizer. The coating composition is hydrophobic and is capable of penetrating a surface of a substrate in need of coating.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new, oil-based suspension concentrates of agrochemical active compounds, a process for the preparation of these formulations and their use for the application of the active compounds contained.

Abstract: A pest protective apparatus adapted for controlling plant pathogens. The pest protective apparatus comprises at least one fibrous network and/or at least one fibrous cover. The pest protective apparatus is remarkable in that the at least one fibrous network and/or the at least one fibrous cover comprises a system in which at least one precursor is transformed into a biopesticide and/or repellent product.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to antisense compositions targeting Erwinia species and methods of using the same. More specifically, the invention relates in part to compositions including a cell penetrating peptide (CPP) linked to an antisense polynucleotide complementary to a target sequence in an RNA expressed from an essential gene in an Erwinia species and methods of using such compositions to inhibit the growth of an Erwinia species on a plant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for a preparation of a solid composition comprising the steps of a) dissolving a premix in a premix-solvent, or melting a premix, wherein the premix contains a pesticide and a nonionic, amphiphilic polyalkoxylate, b) solidifying the premix by removing the premix-solvent, or by cooling, and c) contacting the premix with at least one auxiliary. The invention further relates to a solid composition obtainable by said method; to a method for the preparation of an aqueous tank mix, in which a pesticide is present as suspended particles having a particle size below 1.

Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.

Abstract: A composition comprising at least one polymer, characterized by a surface energy having a value that ranges from 20 mJ/m2 to 60 mJ/m2, and an active agent (e.g., a plant hormone) is disclosed. A delivery device comprising the disclosed composition, adapted for installation on a part of a plant, is further disclosed. A method for applying a plant hormone to a plant is further disclosed.

Abstract: A repellent composition for insect vectors of tropical diseases in the form of a spray, that includes microcapsules with a core coated membrane, an aforesaid core containing repellent active repellent ingredients that includes lavandin essential oil and p-menthane-3,8-diol; a binding agent; a wetting agent; and water. A repellent treatment method in which a repellent composition is sprayed onto a part of a textile material.

Abstract: The pesticide and method of manufacturing includes one component extracted from an evergreen Bush “Larrea tridentata” the common name of which is Gobernadora, in which the main active ingredient is nordihydroguaiaretic acid(NDGA) 1,4-Bis(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dimethylbutane, 4,4?-(2,3-Dimethyltetramethylene) dipyrocatechol. The composition of which is enriched with plant oils, emulsifiers and humidifiers, thus obtaining a product which can be easily used in crops with the help of sprinklers. Consequently, the action field of this procedure is within chemical compositions used to cultivate crops and fruit products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a volatile, almost residue free hydrogen peroxide based antimicrobial composition, with enhanced biocidal efficacy, which can be applied as a penetrating and durable, fine aerosol, that has superior strength with respect to decontaminating buildings infected with bacteria, fungi, virus or fungal or bacterial spores.

Abstract: Provided is a tolerance improving agent that can increase or improve environmental stress tolerances (high-temperature tolerance, drought tolerance and the like) of plants. The tolerance improving agent is constituted of at least one kind of unsaturated carbonyl compound selected from unsaturated aldehyde and unsaturated ketone. Such unsaturated carbonyl compound is, for example, a compound having 4-9 carbon atoms, which does not have an unsaturated bond at the terminal, and may be at least one kind selected from ?,?-alkenal, ?,?-alkanone, ?,?-alkenal, ?,?-alkanone, ?,?-alkenal, ?,?-alkanone, ?,?-alkenal, and ?,?-alkanone.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aqueous disinfectant for disinfecting inanimate surfaces, a concentrate for producing the GO application solution, and the use of the disinfectant to eliminate microorganisms. The combination of a plurality of organic acids according to the invention is, surprisingly, a synergistic composition and enables adequate germicidal action. Surprisingly, adequate microbicidal effectiveness against a broad spectrum of microorganisms can thereby be achieved in a short exposure time without further active ingredients.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for enhancing plant growth, comprising at least one lipo-chitooligosaccharide (LCO) compound; and at least one agriculturally beneficial agent selected from the group consisting at least one pesticide, at least one beneficial microorganism, and combinations thereof. Methods for enhancing plant growth and treating seeds with the compositions provided herein are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for enhancing plant characteristics of leguminous and non-leguminous crops include combination treatments with at least one fungicide, insecticide, or combination thereof, and one or more plant inducers, such as nod factors. Optionally, an inoculant composition may be used with the invention to enhance nodulation and nitrogen fixation with legumes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal mixtures, comprising at least one fungicidally active strobilurin-type compound I and at least one pesticide II as defined in the description, and to compositions comprising these mixtures.

Abstract: The invention relates to penflufen-containing polymer particles, to penflufen-containing compositions comprising them, to processes for preparing them, and to the use thereof for protecting technical materials, more particularly wood, wood products, and wood-plastic composites.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel triazole 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 and as plant growth regulators.

Abstract: What are described are substituted ketoxime benzoylamides of the general formula (I) as herbicides. In this formula (I), R1?, R2?, X, Y and W are radicals such as hydrogen, organic radicals such as alkyl, and other radicals such as halogen. Q is an oxadiazole, tetrazole or triazole radical.

Abstract: The invention relates to a compound or a salt thereof of formula [1], a fungicidal composition containing the compound or a salt thereof, a method for controlling plant disease occurring from phytopathogenic microorganism including the step of applying the fungicidal composition and a production method of the compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to azoline compounds of formula I wherein A, B1, B2, B3, G1, G2, X1, R1, R3a, R3b, Rg1 and Rg2 are as defined in the claims and the description. The compounds are useful for combating or controlling invertebrate pests, in particular arthropod pests and nematodes. The invention also relates to a method for controlling invertebrate pests by using these compounds and to plant propagation material and to an agricultural and a veterinary composition comprising said compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising crystal of flumioxazin which shows a powder X-Ray diffraction pattern having diffraction peaks with 2? values (°) shown in Table 1 of the specification, the pattern being obtained by CuK? rays diffraction analysis, and one or more herbicidal compounds selected from the group B-1, B-2, B-3, B-4, B-5, B-6, B-7, B-8, B-9, B-10, B-11 and B-12 described in the specification. According to the present invention, a wide range of weeds can be controlled in a crop field, land under perennial crops, or non-crop land.

Abstract: A composition including: (A) an aqueous agrochemically active compound such as acetamiprid; (B) a polyhydric alcohol; (C) a formalin condensate of sodium alkylnaphthalenesulfonate, or a modified styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer; (D) a thickener such as xanthan gum; (E) at least one inorganic particle selected from the group consisting of silica, montmorillonite and attapulgite; and (F) water.

Abstract: Provided are applications of protein VdAL in improving the output, product quality and drought resistance of a plant and in improving fruit coloring of the plant. The protein VdAL is selected from one of A1) to A3): A1), protein having an amino acid sequence that is 1; A2) protein that is derived from A), that has same functions and that is obtained by substituting and/or deleting and/or adding one or several amino acid residues for, from or to the sequence 1; and A3) fusion protein obtained by connecting labels to an N end and/or a C end of A1) or A2).

Abstract: Disclosed are insecticidal compositions and associated methods that comprise an insecticide, C2-4 alkylene carbonate, C2-6 polyalkylene glycol, and a block co-polymer of C2-5 polyalkylene glycol and C3-6 polyalkylene glycol.

Abstract: An aqueous disinfecting solution and uses and methods of disinfection and sanitization employing same. The solution comprises at least one inorganic salt selected from the group consisting of sulfate, chloride, bromide, iodide, carbonate, phosphate, fluoride, and nitrate salts in a concentration of from about 0.1 to about 15 wt. %; at least one peroxide compound in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 8 wt. %; and at least one amphoteric amine oxide surfactant having the formula R1R2R3NO wherein each of R1, R2, and R3 is independently a saturated, unsaturated, substituted or unsubstituted linear or branched alkyl group having from 1 to 28 carbon atoms in a concentration of from about 0.01 to about 15 wt. %.

Abstract: Colloidal silver particles are incorporated into emulsions and other compositions that find use, for example, as pharmaceutical and dermatological serums, creams, lotions and ointments.

Abstract: A method of making a ceramic glaze formulation having an antimicrobial property for use with a ceramic article. The method comprises fritting an antimicrobial formulation in a flux frit, providing least one unfritted antimicrobial component, providing a silver carrier in a glass matrix, and combining the flux frit, the at least one unfritted component, and the silver carrier in the glass matrix to form the ceramic glaze formulation. The silver carrier is combined at an addition rate based on a dry weight basis of the ceramic glaze formulation. A ceramic glaze additive formulation and ceramic glazed article are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent selected from the group consisting of Bacillus chitinosporus AQ746 (NRRL Accession No. B-21618), Bacillus mycoides AQ726 (NRRL Accession No. B-21664), Bacillus pumilus (NRRL Accession No. B-30087), Bacillus pumilus AQ717 (NRRL Accession No. B-21662), Bacillus sp. AQ175 (ATCC Accession No. 55608), Bacillus sp. AQ177 (ATCC Accession No. 55609), Bacillus sp. AQ178 (ATCC Accession No. 53522), Bacillus subtilis AQ743 (NRRL Accession No. B-21665), Bacillus subtilis AQ713 (NRRL Accession No. B-21661), Bacillus subtilis AQ153 (ATCC Accession No. 55614), Bacillus thuringiensis BD#32 (NRRL Accession No. B-21530), Bacillus thuringiensis AQ52 (NRRL Accession No. B-21619), Muscodor albus 620 (NRRL Accession No. 30547), Muscodor roseus A3-5 (NRRL Accession No. 30548), Rhodococcus globerulus AQ719 (NRRL Accession No. B-21663), Streptomyces galbus (NRRL Accession No. 30232), Streptomyces sp. (NRRL Accession No.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are microbial consortia and compositions including microbes for use in agricultural or biodegradation applications. In some embodiments, soil, plants, and/or plant parts (such as seeds, seedlings, shoots, roots, leaves, fruit, stems, or branches) are contacted with a disclosed microbial consortia or composition including microbes. The microbial consortia or microbe-containing compositions may be applied to soil, plant, and/or plant parts alone or in combination with additional components (such as chitin, chitosan, glucosamine, amino acids, and/or liquid fertilizer). In additional embodiments, the disclosed microbial consortia or compositions including microbes are used in methods of degrading biological materials, such as chitin-containing biological materials.