Abstract: The present invention provides for a novel “green” agricultural formulation comprising at least one encapsulated volatile essential oil and a non-volatile vehicle in which said at least one encapsulated volatile essential oil is carried.

Abstract: Anhydrous agents for topical application, comprising one or more C1-C4 alkyl esters of lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid or citric acid and physiologically acceptable excipients, are described for the treatment of nail disorders caused by mycoses and for nail care. The agents according to the invention are also suitable in veterinary medicine for treating fungal infections of the hooves, claws and talons of pets and farm animals and wild animals living in captivity.

Abstract: Insecticidal compositions have at least one active agent and at least one insecticide. The active agent can include perilla oil, a component found in perilla oil, or a perillaldehyde or carvone analog. The insecticide can include a pyrethrum, pyrethrin, pyrethroid, neonicotinoid, chlofenapyr, ethiprole, sulfoxoflor, carbamate, organophosphate, or organochlorine. Methods for controlling insects include contacting an insect with an effective amount of a composition described in this specification. Modified plants that produce an active agent can be contacted with an insecticide.

Abstract: There is provided a method for the removal and control of arthropod infestation comprising the cleaning of surfaces and objects within an interior dwelling space using a high efficiency water extraction device, utilizing water that is heated to a temperature sufficient to kill the pest, and to which is added a cleaning agent comprising a surfactant that imparts a surface tension of between about 15 and about 30 dynes/cm, (a “super wetting agent”); in combination with application of an effective arthropod control composition to surfaces and objects within the interior dwelling spaces, the arthropod control composition comprising an arthropod control agent and a surfactant that imparts a surface tension of below about 30 dynes/cm.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wool care composition comprising pyrethroid insecticide, a copolymer and a solvent wherein the said copolymer binds with the solvent and pyrethroid insecticide. This composition can be an improved aerosol spray formulation for treating of pure or blended woollen clothing and textile, fur and feather lined garments and other keratinous items for protection or insect proofing from various types of insect pests both clothes moths and carpet beetles during their storage, transport and use. Wool care aerosol solution can be sprayed with pressurized container having either a propellant as ready-to-use aerosol or manually operated sprayers. The aerosol spray composition may also contain fragrance and solvent. The other components in the composition are at least one copolymer/emulsifier and/or dispersant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a concentrate for dilution with water in the preparation of an agricultural composition for application to crops, soil or animals. The concentrate is recommended for use with agricultural chemicals whose agricultural activity varies with the pH of the water. It comprises an active ingredient and a combination of pH indicators for coloring the water, the pH indicators being selected so as to indicate different colors of spray water at different pH levels. The proportions of active ingredient and pH indicators are selected so that when the concentrate is added to water, the pH indicators indicate visually upper and lower pH limits for optimum activity of the agricultural chemical.

Abstract: A concentrate suitable for forming a stable aqueous composition upon dilution with water includes a water-insoluble active organic compound and a water-insoluble oil-modified alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising one or more active ingredients of plant origin, or their synthetic analogues or extract(s) of plant origin containing them, encapsulated by the lecithin in an aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention concerns methods and compositions for delivery of therapeutic agents to target cells, tissues or organisms. In preferred embodiments, the therapeutic agents are delivered in the form of therapeutic-loaded polymers that may comprise many copies of one or more therapeutic agents. In more preferred embodiments, the polymer may be conjugated to a peptide moiety that contains one or more haptens, such as HSG. The agent-polymer-peptide complex may be delivered to target cells by, for example, a pre-targeting technique utilizing bispecific or multispecific antibodies or fragments, having at least one binding arm that recognizes the hapten and at least a second binding arm that binds specifically to a disease or pathogen associated antigen, such as a tumor associated antigen. Methods for synthesizing and using such therapeutic-loaded polymers and their conjugates are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer composition comprising 100 parts by weight of an olefin-based polymer, and 0.01 to 100 parts by weight of an ester having a HLB value of 4 or less and 0.01 to 200 parts by weight of a releasable active compound per 100 parts by weight of said olefin-based polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wool care composition comprising pyrethroid insecticide, a copolymer and a solvent wherein the said copolymer binds with the solvent and pyrethroid insecticide. This composition can be an improved aerosol spray formulation for treating of pure or blended woollen clothing and textile, fur and feather lined garments and other keratinous items for protection or insect proofing from various types of insect pests both clothes moths and carpet beetles during their storage, transport and use. Wool care aerosol solution can be sprayed with pressurized container having either a propellant as ready-to-use aerosol or manually operated sprayers. The aerosol spray composition may also contain fragrance and solvent. The other components in the composition are at least one copolymer/emulsifier and/or dispersant.

Abstract: Provided are a method of isolating a nucleic acid from a sample and a solid material for isolating the nucleic acid which can be used for the above method. The method includes contacting the sample with a bifunctional material containing an amino group and a carboxyl group at a first pH to bind the nucleic acid to the bifunctional material, the bifunctional material being positively charged at the first pH; and releasing the nucleic acid at a second pH which is higher than the first pH.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the identification of lipid oxidizing abzymes as a key pathogenic factor in atherosclerotic disorders. Methods and means for the reduction of abzyme mediated lipid oxidation in the vascular system are provided as therapeutic approaches for the treatment of atherosclerotic disorders. Methods are provide for determining the efficacy of treatment.

Abstract: Synergistic and residual pesticidal compositions containing synergistic and residual mixtures of plant essential oils and/or their constituents, plant essential oils and/or their constituents in admixture with known active pesticidal compounds or plant essential oils and/or their constituents in admixture with other compounds not previously used as active ingredients in pesticidal formulations, such as, for example, so called signal transduction modulators. In addition, the present invention is directed to a method for controlling pests by applying a pesticidally effective amount of the above synergistic and residual pesticidal compositions to a locus where pest control is desired.

Abstract: An energy multi-saccharide food product including: a saccharide component including 5 to 20% w/w galactose; 0 to 25% w/w creatine; and optional further ingredients selected from: carbohydrate, fiber and fat.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device, preferably a collar or ear tag, capable of the controlled, sustained release of an effective amount of an active ingredient that can protect an animal against arthropod pests, comprising a reservoir containing a novel gel formulation comprising a fatty acid, an organic solvent which is a linear aliphatic ester, a silicone-based fluid, or a combination thereof, and an active ingredient that can protect the animal against one or more arthropod pests.

Abstract: A method of termite control consists of injecting a foam formulation above ground into the walls of a structure infested with termites or other undesirable pests. The inner spaces of affected walls are flooded at and above ground level to ensure that the foam formulation reaches all passages open to the soil under the structure and establishes an above-ground layer of pest-control chemicals. The foam penetrates all porous material exposed to the injection and impregnates it with active ingredients that remain embedded in the material long after the foam disappears, thereby retaining the insecticidal, repellant and preservative properties of the active agents for a long time without exposure to normal degrading forces. The pest-control formulation preferably comprises pesticide, repellant and preservative components, and a foaming agent in a liquid carrier.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and materials for visualizing or treating vasculature. The methods and materials in this invention relate to selective and non-invasive visualization, or treatment such as chemical occlusion, of vasculature in the mammalian eye. The methods utilize fluorescent dyes and tissue-reactive substances encapsulated within heat-sensitive liposomes which are subsequently heated to release the contents thereof at a pre-determined anatomical locus. The methods of this invention further utilize tissue-reactive agents which, when activated, are effective to cause localized tissue damage and occlusion of blood vessels and/or blood sinuses. The materials of this invention relate to diagnostic reagents and kits for visualizing or treating a mammalian blood vessel or sinus.

Abstract: Compositions and methods intended to be administered enterally or parenterally for treating sepsis. The composition containing, in a biologically and nutritionally acceptable medium, at least free cysteine or cysteine in the form of a precursor, prodrug, protein or peptide hydrolysate, in a proportion of pharmacologically active cysteine greater than the proportion of cysteine present in a nutritional composition corresponding to the requirements of a healthy man, the proportion of cysteine being determined with respect to all the amino acids present in the composition.

Abstract: Compositions and methods intended to be administered enterally or parenterally for treating sepsis. The composition containing, in a biologically and nutritionally acceptable medium, at least free cysteine or cysteine in the form of a precursor, prodrug, protein or peptide hydrolysate, in a proportion of pharmacologically active cysteine greater than the proportion of cysteine present in a nutritional composition corresponding to the requirements of a healthy man, the proportion of cysteine being determined with respect to all the amino acids present in the composition.

Abstract: The invention comprises a composition of matter containing a matrix, a plasticizer and pyriproxifen for controlling fleas.

Abstract: Novel adenylate analogs having the following formula are synthesized in the present invention, which are found active against herpes simplex viruses: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydroxyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, an amino ester radical of --NHR.sup.3 COOR.sup.4, wherein R.sup.3 is a bivalent C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 saturated hydrocarbon and R.sup.4 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; and R.sup.2 is hydroxyl, --O.sup.+ NH.sub.

Abstract: Methods and pharmaceutical compositions effective to increase intracellular and plasma uridine concentrations are disclosed. Certain compositions and methods of using such compositions have been found to be effective to inhibit uridine secretion in a subject, thus increasing uridine concentration. Treatments that increase uridine concentrations are useful to combat many treatments and can also be effective in protecting or rescuing uninfected and normal cells that are subject to toxic side effects induced by the administration of certain chemotherapeutic compounds.

Abstract: Aqueous emulsions are described comprising an organic phase of a substantially hydrophobic pesticide or mixture of pesticides which are liquid or dissolved in a hydrophobic solvent, and an aqueous phase comprising surfactants and/or dispersants, whereina) the emulsion is in the form of an aqueous concentrate, andb) an emulsion-stabilizing amount of a polymer or polymer mixture is present which is more soluble in the organic phase than in the aqueous phase.

Abstract: The invention comprises a method of controlling fleas which includes continuously administering to the haircoat of a homeothermic animal an ovicidally effective amount of 2-(1-methyl-2-(4-phenoxyphenoxy)ethoxy)pyridine (pyriproxifen) from a sustained release matrix at a rate of 0.1 mcg/kg/day to 100 mcg/kg/day. The method may also include the use of additional ingredients such as insecticides, plasticizers, lubricants and antioxidants in a sustained release matrix.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insecticidal composition which comprises at least one pyrethroid, at least one UV absorbing agent and at least one antioxidant from the group consisting of tocopherol derivatives and citric acid esters. This insecticidal composition can in particular be used as an emulsion or on a powdery carrier for the control of flying and crawling insects such as flies and cockroaches.

Abstract: A method of increasing intracellular and plasma uridine levels comprising the coadministration or sequential administration of a compound from at least two of the following groups:1) uridine phosphorylase inhibitors, uridine, cytidine, prodrugs of uridine, and prodrugs of cytidine;2) a uridine secretion inhibiting compound such as dilazep or hexobendine; and3) a compound which competes with uridine in renal transport mechanisms such as L-uridine, L-2',3'-dideoxyuridine, and D-2', 3'-dideoxyuridine.The elevation of plasma and intracellular levels of uridine reduces the toxicity of pyrimidine nucleoside chemotherapeutic agents.

Abstract: A method of treating wood and timber is disclosed. Wood or timber is treated with a pesticidal microemulsion or other water-miscible formulation that has an average particle size of at most 200 nm. The treatment is particularly effective in protecting wood and timber against the common furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum), the house longhorn (Hylotrupes bajulus), the death watch beetle (Xestobium rufovillorum), dry rot (Serpula (merulius) lacrymans) and wet rot (Coniophora puteena).

Abstract: Described and claimed are methods and compositions for the control of pests. According to the subject invention, a fatty acid or mixture of fatty acids can be combined with one or more avermectins or related compounds to achieve synergistic control of pests.

Abstract: Tropical and temperate crops, particularly rice, maize, cotton, soya and fruit, can be protected, particularly against insect pests of the orders Leoidoptera, Diptera, Coleoptera, Hemiptera, Orthoptera, Dictyoptera, Hymenoptera and Isoctera and acarine pests, by treatment with a pesticidal water-miscible formulation whose average particle size is at most 200 nm. Public health pests, including the house fly (Musca domestica), cockroach (Blatta sp. or Periplaneta sp.) and mosquito (Aedes aegyoti) as well as pests which infest or affect timber, particularly in buildings, can also be controlled with such formulations. The formulations include water, oil, a surfactant, and a cosurfactant, wherein either the oil is a pesticide or the formulation comprises a pesticide dissolved in the oil. The pesticide may be a pyrethroid such as cypermethrin or deltamethrin. The formulations can be molecular solutions, micellar solutions or microemulsions (water-in-oil or oil-in-water) and are generally clear.

Abstract: Described and claimed are methods and compositions for the control of pests. According to the subject invention, a fatty acid or mixture of fatty acids can be combined with one or more avermectins or related compounds to achieve synergistic control of pests.

Abstract: The present invention discloses the antimicrobial utility of certain iodonium ylide compounds. The particular iodonium ylide compounds are phenyl iodonium ylides having an ortho substituent that stabilizes the positive charge on the polyvalent iodine by a nonbonded electrostatic interaction. The polyvalent iodine is further stabilized by a cyclic 1,3-dicarbonyl anion.

Abstract: The invention provides a pour-on formulation comprising a pyrethroid insecticide at a concentration of 7.5 to 75 kg/m.sup.3, a C.sub.6-15 alkanol diester of adipic or phthalic acid at a concentration of 150 to 800 kg/m.sup.3, a spreading agent at a concentration of 25 to 300 kg/m.sup.3, other additives at a concentration of 0 to 55 kg/m.sup.3, the balance being at least 67.5 kg/m.sup.3 of a veterinarily-acceptable mineral or vegetable oil having a kinematic viscosity at 40.degree. C. not greater than 35.times.10.sup.-6 m.sup.2 /s (35 cSt); a process for the preparation of the formulation; and its application onto a localized region of the skin or coat of an animal for combating ectoparasites.

Abstract: Extraction of insecticide from plants by means of an organic solvent boiling at a temperature exceeding 100.degree. C. The solvent is formed of an aliphatic acid ester from C.sub.6 to C.sub.30 and preferably from C.sub.8 to C.sub.20.

Abstract: Novel esters in all possible isomeric forms and mixtures thereof of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is selected from the group consisting of (a) optionally unsaturated alkyl of 1 to 18 carbon atoms and optionally unsaturated cycloalkyl or cycloalkylalkyl of 3 to 8 carbon atoms optionally substituted with at least one member of the group consisting of halogen, --OH, --SH, --OR', --SR', --NO.sub.2, ##STR2## --SO.sub.2 AlK.sub.2, --SO.sub.3 AlK.sub.3, aryl optionally substituted with at least one member of the group consisting of --OH, alkoxy of 1 to 8 carbon atoms, alkyl of 1 to 8 carbon atoms, halogen, --CF.sub.3, --OCF.sub.3, --SCF.sub.3 and ##STR3## R' is alkyl of 1 to 8 carbon atoms, R" and R'" are individually selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl of 1 to 8 carbon atoms, AlK.sub.1, AlK.sub.2 and AlK.sub.