Abstract: The present invention relates to wheat plants comprising a mutation causing an alteration of the amino acid sequence in centromere histone H3 (CENH3), which have the biological activity of a haploid inducer. Further, the present invention provides methods of generating the wheat plants of the present invention and haploid and doubled haploid wheat plants obtainable by crossing the wheat plants of the present invention with wildtype wheat plants.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated 6PSMQ37B, the plants and seeds of wheat variety 6PSMQ37B, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety 6PSMQ37B with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 6PSMQ37B with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety 6PSMQ37B are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety 6PSMQ37B and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011215. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011215, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011215 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 CH011215.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011186. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011186, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011186 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 CH011186.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated BFFX6715, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line BFFX6715 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line BFFX6715, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line BFFX6715, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV498867. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV498867, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV498867 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV498867 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV498867.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011222. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011222, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011222 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 CH011222.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated BDAX4608, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line BDAX4608 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line BDAX4608, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line BDAX4608, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH010982. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH010982, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH010982 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 CH010982.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV389151. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV389151, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV389151 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV389151 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV389151.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV388263. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV388263, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV388263 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV388263 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV388263.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH010998. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH010998, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH010998 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 CH010998.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011235. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011235, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011235 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 CH011235.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011203. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011203, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011203 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 CH011203.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011223. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011223, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011223 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 CH011223.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011181. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011181, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011181 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 CH011181.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011183. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011183, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011183 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 CH011183.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH010978. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH010978, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH010978 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 CH010978.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 18120126 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 18120126, to the plants of soybean cultivar 18120126, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 18120126, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 18120126. 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 18120126. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 18120126, 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 18120126 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 13390425 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 13390425, to the plants of soybean cultivar 13390425, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 13390425, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 13390425. 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 13390425. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 13390425, 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 13390425 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 11050808 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 11050808, to the plants of soybean cultivar 11050808, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 11050808, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 11050808. 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 11050808. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 11050808, 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 11050808 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CW1660188, EW1660376, CW1660229, CW1660193, CW1660068, EW1660140, CW1660195, EW1660025, AND/OR EW1660054 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CW1660188, EW1660376, CW1660229, CW1660193, CW1660068, EW1660140, CW1660195, EW1660025, AND/OR EW1660054 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CW1660188, EW1660376, CW1660229, CW1660193, CW1660068, EW1660140, CW1660195, EW1660025, AND/OR EW1660054 in a breeding program.

Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting udder disease based on machine learning methods and complementary supporting techniques are presented. Included are methods for assembling time sequences of images of each animal of a herd or set for subsequent use in per-animal image analysis for disease detection. Methods presented also include image pre-processing methods used prior to image analysis, resulting in contrast and resolution optimization such as appropriate image intensity level adjustment and resolution downsampling for more rapid and more accurate disease detection. Combinatorial techniques for compositing whole-udder images or udder-quarter images from partial images captures are described. Methods are provided for power usage optimization in regard to computing resources used in the computing-intensive AI analysis methods. Location-based and animal history-based detection refinements are incorporated into described systems.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for dynamically managing electronic transactions of pet homing data is disclosed. The method includes receiving a pet selection, sending a confirmation indicating that the pet has been homed, determining whether at least one pet owner profile corresponding to at least one user record exists in a data store, in response to the determining that the at least one pet owner profile does not exist in the data store, creating a new pet owner profile based on the at least one user record, determining whether the at least one pet profile corresponding to at least one pet record exists in the data store, in response to determining that the at least one pet profile does not exist in the data store, creating a new pet profile based on the at least one pet record, and associating the new pet profile with the new pet owner profile.

Abstract: A mortality recovery device is described. The mortality recovery device provides for autonomous recovery of expired poultry within an environment, such as a poultry barn. The mortality recovery device includes a linkage assembly by which the expired poultry is conveyed to a container. The mortality recovery device includes one or more cameras for detecting the expired poultry. The mortality recovery device also includes one or more cameras for object detection purposes. The mortality recovery device also includes a camera or a LiDAR for mapping the position and orientation (pose) of the mortality recovery device within the environment. By the object detection and the pose information, the mortality recovery device autonomously travels within the environment. The mortality recovery device also includes a spinner assembly for deterring live poultry from the path of the mortality recovery device.

Abstract: A distributor to distribute a treat among toys and food treats to a pet is described. The distributor comprises a base assembly; a carousel pivotably mounted to the base assembly, the carousel comprising partitions defining at least a first compartment; a cap configured to be mounted to the base and to cover the carousel, the cap comprising an opening that, when aligned with the first compartment, provides access to the first compartment; and driving means for driving the carousel to rotate between a first orientation wherein the first compartment is hidden and a second orientation wherein the first compartment is aligned with the opening, wherein a treat located in the compartment becomes accessible to the pet. The distributor may comprise a food dispenser releasably coupled to a feeder motor, and drivable only when the carousel is in a feeding orientation.

Abstract: Provided herein are screening methods and animal models related to intraocular diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), for example, for identifying candidate therapeutics for treating or preventing eye diseases, such as AMD. Also provided herein are compounds/compositions that are useful for killing or inhibiting the growth of a microorganism, such as Bacillus megaterium. Further provided herein are methods of using the compounds/compositions for treating infections with a microorganism, such as Bacillus megaterium and for treating or preventing diseases or disorders associated with such infections, such as AMD.

Abstract: The invention relates to transgenic animals useful for optimal production of functional immunoglobulins with human idiotypes.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel compositions and methods for treating systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as a model for measuring the efficacy of said treatments. Specifically, the disclosure provides a non-human animal model for SLE comprising a severe combined immunodeficient non-human animal comprising exogenous cells from a human subject with SLE, wherein the cells from the human subject are peripheral blood mononuclear cells. Further disclosed is a method of screening for a drug candidate that inhibits or reduces SLE using a severe combined immunodeficient non-human animal.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to genetically modified non-human animals that express a human or chimeric (e.g., humanized) CD3e (T-cell surface glycoprotein CD3 epsilon chain), and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: A modular system for breeding and harvesting flies, comprising: an egg-growth chamber configured to receive fertilised eggs and to permit the fertilised eggs to develop and hatch as larvae, the egg-growth chamber comprising at least one egg holder, the or each egg holder being adapted to retain the fertilized eggs and allow passage of the larvae from the egg-holder to a food source to provide larvae in the food source; a larval chamber configured to receive the larvae in the food source and to permit the larvae to feed on the food source and develop into pre-pupae to provide pre-pupae in the food source; a pupation chamber configured to receive the pre-pupae in the food source and to permit the pre-pupae to develop into pupae, the pupation chamber being configured to dry the food source and the pre-pupae to provide pupae in a dried food source; a release box configured to receive the pupae in the dried food source and to permit the pupae to develop into adult flies, the release box comprising one or more outl

Abstract: A dip net, which has a net assembly, a handle assembly connected to the net assembly, and a retaining frame securing the net assembly to the handle assembly. The net assembly has a net frame with respective distal ends and a net. The handle assembly has a handle having first and second ends, a neck, and first and second flat sides. The retaining frame has first and second walls connected by a bend. The retaining frame is U-shaped. The retaining frame is removably connected to the handle assembly. The first wall is attached to the first flat side and the second wall is attached to the second flat side. The net frame and the handle are secured by the retaining frame defining a predetermined angle. The predetermined angle is adjustable.

Abstract: A fishing hook includes a closure arm held under spring tension and configured to enclose a hook gap within the hook when released from spring tension, to prevent a fish from becoming unhooked during retrieval.

Abstract: The present invention provides a component of a fishing reel that make it possible to achieve precise finished dimensions and improve the efficiency of the entire surface treatment while maintaining a bright and substantial external appearance with a metallic feeling and corrosion resistance. The component of a fishing reel according to the present invention is formed of a die-cast material and includes: a first surface treatment region including a coating layer and an anodic oxide film, the coating layer being formed on the die-cast material and formed of aluminum with a higher aluminum purity than the die-cast material, the anodic oxide film being formed on the coating layer; and a second surface treatment region including an anodic oxide film formed on the die-cast material.

Abstract: A multipurpose compostable absorption mat serves to receive and encapsulate organic matter for compostable disintegration of the mat and organic matter simultaneously. The mat comprises at least three portions: a first portion facing the organic matter defined by a parchment paper or parchment-like material having multiple pinholes or other openings or porosity sized and dimensioned to enable passage of greases and/or liquids; a second portion outboard of the first portion defined by a deliquescent material, and is able to absorb the greases and/or liquids from the first portion through a capillary mechanism; and a third portion outboard of the second portion defined by an impermeable plant/corn starch-based plastic-like material. The third portion looks and feels like plastic film.

Abstract: A discrete and safe automated insect monitoring system includes a housing, an interior chamber within the housing, and a light source arranged within the housing to illuminate at least a portion of a floor surface of the interior chamber. A multi-pixel optical sensor is arranged within the housing so that a field of view of the sensor comprehends a substantial portion of the floor surface. A processing circuit arranged within the housing receives optical data from the multi-pixel optical sensor, analyzes the optical data to detect the intrusion of an insect or other object into the interior chamber by comparing most recently received optical data to previously received optical data, and generates an indication in response to detecting the intrusion of an insect or other object. Detection and/or classification results can be wirelessly forwarded to another device, to alert appropriate personnel.

Abstract: In an embodiment, as insect trap is disclosed including: a trap portion including a frame and a membrane having an adhesive surface, wherein the membrane is at least partially contained within the frame and is configured to adhere to an insect; and a base portion including a lighting element and a housing portion, wherein the housing portion is configured to receive and retain the trap portion when engaged therewith.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a kit is provided for euthanizing animals. The kit makes use of an enclosure and a canister. The enclosure is configured to hold one or more animals. The canister holds the reactants that are combined to form the euthanizing agent and provides a mechanism for the reactants to be delivered to and mixed together in the enclosure. The canister is designed and configured to allow for the reactants to be added rapidly and nearly simultaneously into a chamber while preventing one or more animals held in the enclosure from direct contact with the reactants.

Abstract: A gate for a feral hog trap is provided, comprising a frame having side frame assemblies, a top member, and a reinforcing member. Netting material is secured across the side frame assemblies and across the front of the frame. The netting material is attached to the frame using ropes which are secured to the frame members. The front netting material remains loosely gathered along a bottom edge and is preferably weighted to keep the bottom edge in contact with the ground. When feral hogs enter the gate, they pass under the front netting such that the netting falls back to the ground, making it difficult for the feral hogs to exit the gate as they step on the bottom edge of the front netting.

Abstract: A farming machine including a number of treatment mechanisms treats plants as the farming machine moves through the field. The control system of the farming machine executes a plant identification model configured to identify plants in the field for treatment. The plant identification model is also configured to identify plants in non-ideal operating conditions. For example, the control system can identify and treat plants in non-ideal operating conditions where airborne particulates are present in an accessed image. The plant identification model is also configured to determine a particulate level in an accessed image and transmit a notification of the particulate level to an operator of the farming system. The control system generates a treatment map identifying which treatment mechanisms to actuate to treat the plants in the field. The farming machine treats the plants in the field according to the treatment map.

Abstract: A localized product injection system includes a composite boom tube having a carrier fluid passage within a tube body, and at least one injection product passage within the tube body isolated from the carrier fluid passage. A plurality of port stations are provided at locations along the tube body. Each of the port stations includes a carrier fluid outlet port and at least one injection product outlet port. A localized injection interface is coupled at a port station. The injection interface includes a carrier fluid input coupled with the carrier fluid outlet port, and at least one injection product input coupled with the at least one injection product outlet port. The injection interface includes at least one throttling element in communication with the at least one injection product input, a mixing chamber, and an injection port configured for localized coupling and injection to a product dispenser.

Abstract: An implantable device for encapsulating cells includes one or more cell encapsulation layers. Each of the cell encapsulation layers includes a first membrane that is semipermeable, a second membrane that is semipermeable, and a first plurality of weld lines. The second membrane is attached to the first membrane by the first plurality of weld lines. The first membrane, the second membrane, and the first plurality of weld lines define at least one cell channel for encapsulating cells. The cell encapsulation device is configurable between a collapsed configuration and an inflated configuration.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of freezing mammalian cells for storage or improving thaw recovery of cell banks comprising freezing mammalian cells in a freezing medium having a pH of 6.7 to 8.5.

Abstract: A technique is disclosed for preserving a shape of a fragile object in a liquid. The technique includes a device including a container that houses a fragile object and has a cylindrical shape including a bottom, a lid that seals the container, and a seal. The container includes a lower portion that houses the fragile object, an upper portion that includes an opening, and a stepped portion provided between the lower portion and the upper portion. The lid seals the opening of the upper portion. The seal is interposed between the lid and the stepped portion to seal an opening of the lower portion.

Abstract: Container system and method for freezing (and subsequently thawing) a liquid such as a drug substance, such that all containers in a set have a uniform width, hence uniform freeze-path length, in the widthwise direction and perpendicular to major walls of the containers, irrespective of the particular length, height, and volumetric capacity of the various containers in the set. This leads to uniform freezing performance and thereby reduces cryoconcentration. The system also eliminates or reduces ice-bridging, and the potential for containers rupturing during freezing and thawing operations.

Abstract: Microemulsion compositions include a blend of lecithin and a co-surfactant, and an acidifier. The compositions may further include salts of the acidifier, such as lactic acid or sodium lactate. The microemulsion may be used to produce a multi-functional agricultural adjuvant that is able to deliver an active ingredient such as a pesticide control, pH improve, wetting, and penetration of an agricultural chemical, control droplet size, function at extreme pH or salt concentration and/or other provide another functional benefit.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and pyrethrum esters and methods of controlling pests including insects and mites by application of pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and pyrethrum esters.

Abstract: A coat protein of Junonia coenia densovirus (JcDNV) is used to deliver attached peptide insect toxin across the gut epithelium of a fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda. A fusion protein comprising VP4 attached to an insect toxin via a peptide linker is developed. A composition comprising a JcDNV coat protein attached to an insect toxin via a peptide linker can be used for insect pest control.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a composition comprising: (a) at least one sulphated galactose; and (b) at least one saccharide selected from a group consisting of disaccharide, trisaccharide, tetrasaccharide, pentasaccharide, and salts thereof. The present disclosure further discloses a weight percentage of the at least one sulphated galactose to be in a range of 15-90% with respect to the total sugar content. Further, the present disclosure discloses a use of the composition for protecting/treating plants from infection. Also provided is a use of the composition for protecting/treating animals from infection. The present disclosure discloses a use of sulphated galactose for protecting/treating plants from infection. Also provided is a use of sulphated galactose for protecting/treating animals from infection. The present disclosure also discloses a method for preparing the composition as described herein.

Abstract: Disclosed are a single liquid-phase herbicide composition comprising by weight of the composition: (a) from 0.1 to 1% of metsulfuron-methyl; (b) from 1 to 20% of thifensulfuron-methyl; (c) from 30 to 93% of one or more fatty acid esters of C1-C4 alkanols; and (d) from 5 to 25% of one or more surfactants having an emulsifier property, and a process for preparing the composition.