Abstract: A method for producing an organic device includes a first forming step and a second forming step, and wherein an upper limit value of an integrated illuminance of light in an environment until formation of a second electrode layer (15) starts after formation of a light emitting layer (11) starts is set, and an organic functional layer is formed so that the integrated illuminance is the upper limit value or less, and wherein the upper limit value of the integrated illuminance at which a product lifespan is a predetermined time or longer is set on the basis of a relationship of the integrated illuminance with relative lifespan and relative current luminous efficiency so that the product lifespan of an organic device (1) set based on the relative lifespan and the relative current luminous efficiency caused by the integrated illuminance is the predetermined time or longer.

Abstract: A passenger seat assembly includes a seat support and an immobile seat shell mounted on the seat support. The seat shell can include a bench and a backrest. The bench includes a forward edge, an aft edge, and a top surface extending between the forward edge and the aft edge. The backrest can be connected to the aft edge of the bench and can extend in an upward direction from the top surface of the bench. In some cases, the backrest includes an upright portion connected to the bench and angled at a first angle with respect to the top surface of the bench, and a resting portion connected to the bench and angled at a second angle with respect to the top surface of the bench.

Abstract: Molecular precursor compounds, processes and compositions for making Zn-Group 13 mixed oxide materials including IZO, GZO, AZO and BZO, by providing inks comprising a molecular precursor compound having the formula MAaZn(OROR)3a+2, and printing or depositing the inks on a substrate. The printed or deposited ink films can be treated to convert the molecular precursor compounds to a material.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for use in treating, in particular, lignocellulosic substrates such as lumber, are provided; wherein said compositions comprise a preservative or biocidal species, other than boron, in the form of a glycolate. The methods may be used for the purpose of, for example, preventing the growth of pest organisms, or for providing other specific properties to the substrate.

Abstract: A crystallization facilitator for promoting crystal growth of a metal-organic framework, the crystallization facilitator comprising at least one of: a metal or ionic form of that metal, or a compound including a metal, which is selected from the group consisting of Group 1 through 16 metals of the IUPAC Periodic Table of the Elements including actinides, and lanthanides, and combinations thereof. A method of synthesizing a metal-organic framework using the crystallization facilitator is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds and methods of making said compounds comprising a zinc oxide molecule chemically bound to one or more molecules having an acidic hydrogen, such as an organic acid. The invention also provides compositions comprising such compounds and methods of preparing such compounds. The compounds of the invention may be provided in, for example, topical skin formulations, pharmaceutical compositions, or delivery systems for active ingredients.

Abstract: Preparation of semiconductor nanocrystals and their dispersions in solvents and other media is described. The nanocrystals described herein have small (1-10 nm) particle size with minimal aggregation and can be synthesized with high yield. The capping agents on the as-synthesized nanocrystals as well as nanocrystals which have undergone cap exchange reactions result in the formation of stable suspensions in polar and nonpolar solvents which may then result in the formation of high quality nanocomposite films.

Abstract: Preparation of semiconductor nanocrystals and their dispersions in solvents and other media is described. The nanocrystals described herein have small (1-10 nm) particle size with minimal aggregation and can be synthesized with high yield. The capping agents on the as-synthesized nanocrystals as well as nanocrystals which have undergone cap exchange reactions result in the formation of stable suspensions in polar and nonpolar solvents which may then result in the formation of high quality nanocomposite films.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for cytoprotection. In particular, it provides zinc chelate compositions comprising at least one zinc ion and at least one aminothiol ligand.

Abstract: There is provided a heat storage material capable of recovering/storing thermal energy such as exhaust heat energy or sunlight, and a heat utilization system using the same. The heat storage material of the present invention comprises a complex compound of the formula (I), wherein, R, R?, A, B, C, D, A?, B?, C? and D? are as defined herein.

Abstract: Preparation of semiconductor nanocrystals and their dispersions in solvents and other media is described. The nanocrystals described herein have small (1-10 nm) particle size with minimal aggregation and can be synthesized with high yield. The capping agents on the as-synthesized nanocrystals as well as nanocrystals which have undergone cap exchange reactions result in the formation of stable suspensions in polar and nonpolar solvents which may then result in the formation of high quality nanocomposite films.

Abstract: Processes for making an organozinc reagents are disclosed comprising reacting (A) organomagnesium or organozinc complexes with (B) at least one coordination compound comprising one or more carboxylate groups and/or alcoholate groups and/or tertiary amine groups, optionally in combination with zinc ions and/or lithium ions and/or halide ions, wherein the halide ions are selected from chloride, bromide and iodide, the organozinc complex comprises an aryl group, a heteroaryl group or a benzyl group when the coordinating compound is a chelating polyamine, and the reaction is conducted in the presence of zinc complexed with at least one coordinating compound when reactant (A) comprises at least one organomagnesium complex. The resulting organozinc reagents may optionally be isolated from solvents to obtain a solid reagent. The reagents may be used for making organic compounds via Negishi cross-coupling reactions or via aldehyde and/or ketone oxidative addition reactions.

Abstract: Highly luminescent nanostructures, particularly highly luminescent quantum dots, are provided. The nanostructures have high photoluminescence quantum yields and in certain embodiments emit light at particular wavelengths and have a narrow size distribution. The nanostructures can comprise ligands, including C5-C8 carboxylic acid ligands employed during shell formation and/or dicarboxylic or polycarboxylic acid ligands provided after synthesis. Processes for producing such highly luminescent nanostructures are also provided, including methods for enriching nanostructure cores with indium and techniques for shell synthesis.

Abstract: This invention is directed to separation, optimization and purification of nano-materials using self-assembled perylene diimide membranes, wherein said perylene diimide membrane is recyclable.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel zinc cluster compound represented by general formula (1): Zn4O (OCOR)6 (RCOOH)n, wherein R represents an alkyl group which has 1 to 4 carbon atoms and may be substituted with a halogen atom, and n represents 0.1 to 1, and also disclosed are a method for producing the compound and a reaction using the compound.

Abstract: A crystallisation facilitator for promoting crystal growth of a metal-organic framework, the crystallisation facilitator comprising at least one of: a metal or ionic form of that metal, or a compound including a metal, which is selected from the group consisting of Group 1 through 16 metals of the IUPAC Periodic Table of the Elements including actinides, and lanthanides, and combinations thereof. A method of synthesising a metal-organic framework using the crystallisation facilitator is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds and methods of making said compounds comprising a zinc oxide molecule chemically bound to one or more molecules having an acidic hydrogen, such as an organic acid. The invention also provides compositions comprising such compounds and methods of preparing such compounds. The compounds of the invention may be provided in, for example, topical skin formulations, pharmaceutical compositions, or delivery systems for active ingredients.

Abstract: A surface modified nanoparticle includes a nanoparticle and a phenol compound used for modifying the nanoparticle. The phenol compound has a formula of (a) or (b), wherein n=1˜9, X is selected from the group consisted of NH2, OH, PH4, COOH and SH, R1 is selected from the group consisted of C1-C5 alkyl group, aryl group, alkenyl group, alkynyl group, alkylamino group and alkoxy group. Each carbon atom of the phenol group may be independently substituted or non-substituted. The substituent of the carbon atom of the phenol may be selected from the group consisted of halogen, C1-C5 alkyl group, cyano (CN), trifluoromethyl (CF3), alkylamino group, amino and alkoxy group. The present invention may be used for anti-oxidant and/or decreasing the toxicity of the nanoparticle. A preparation method of surface modified nanoparticle is also herein provided.

Abstract: A production process of a contact product, which can be used as a polymerization catalyst component, comprising contacting a metal oxide such as zinc oxide with a compound defined by a specific formula such as trifluoroacetic acid; a production process of a polymerization catalyst, comprising contacting the polymerization catalyst component with a transition metal compound; and a production process of a polymer, comprising polymerizing an addition-polymerizable monomer in the presence of the polymerization catalyst.

Abstract: A method for preparing a composition of metal oxide nanocrystals from at least one organometallic precursor in an aprotic solvent in the presence of at least one PEG ligand including a carbon chain having at least one end functionalized by a coordinating group containing at least one heteroatom, and at least one [—OCH2CH2]n, group, such that it is soluble in both the aprotic solvent medium and in water. The resulting water-compatible and organocompatible composition of metal oxide nanocrystals is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds comprising a zinc oxide molecule chemically bound to one or more molecules having an acidic hydrogen, such as an organic acid. The invention also provides compositions comprising such compounds and methods of preparing such compounds. The compounds of the invention may be provided in, for example, topical skin formulations, pharmaceutical compositions, or delivery systems for active ingredients.

Abstract: Precursors useful for vapor phase deposition processes, e.g., CVD/ALD, to form metal-containing films on substrates. The precursors include, in one class, a central metal atom M to which is coordinated at least one ligand of formula (I): wherein: R1, R2 and R3 are each independently H or ogano moieties; and G1 is an electron donor arm substituent that increases the coordination of the ligand to the central metal atom M; wherein when G1 is aminoalkyl, the substituents on the amino nitrogen are not alkyl, fluoroalkyl, cycloaliphatic, or aryl, and are not connected to form a ring structure containing carbon, oxygen or nitrogen atoms. Also disclosed are ketoester, malonate and other precursors adapted for forming metal-containing films on substrates, suitable for use in the manufacture of microelectronic device products such as semiconductor devices and flat panel displays.

Abstract: Preparation of semiconductor nanocrystals and their dispersions in solvents and other media is described. The nanocrystals described herein have small (1-10 nm) particle size with minimal aggregation and can be synthesized with high yield. The capping agents on the as-synthesized nanocrystals as well as nanocrystals which have undergone cap exchange reactions result in the formation of stable suspensions in polar and nonpolar solvents which may then result in the formation of high quality nanocomposite films.

Abstract: Described herein is a process for the manufacture of hydrofluoroalkanols of the structure RfCFClCHROH. Also described herein are methods of manufacturing hydrofluoroalkenes of the structure RfCF?CHR from halofluorocarbons of the structure RfCFX2. In particular, 2,3,3,3,-tetrafluoro-1-propene may be manufactured with this process. Also described are compounds of the formula RfCFClCHROC(?O)R?.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for a rapid and sustainable change in the pigment melanin content of melanocytes of the iris stroma, thereby to change the color of the eye. Also described are nanoparticle compositions for lightening the pigmented tissues or treating a pigmented tissue related disease.

Abstract: An article is provided for immobilizing functional organic biomolecules (e.g. proteins, DNA, and the like) through a covalent bond to a thiolate or disulfide monolayer to a metal surface wherein an extra activation step of the surface layer or an activation step of the functional biomolecules or bioreceptors could be avoided. The monolayer can contain, but is not limited to, two moieties. One has a group that resists nonspecific adsorption and another has a group that directly (without activation) reacts with functional groups on the biomolecules. In addition, poly(ethylene oxide) groups are incorporated in the monolayer surfaces to resist the nonspecific adsorption and to enhance the specific affinity interactions. A sensor device including these monolayers is also provided to perform reproducible, sensitive, specific and stable bioanalysis.

Abstract: Methods for precise and predictable modification of previously synthesized nanocrystals. The methods rely on the solubility behavior of crystalline materials to provide for controlled reversal of the nanocrystal growth process (i.e., dissolution). A method for post-synthesis modification of colloidal nanocrystals includes (1) providing a first nanocrystal having a first size and a first shape, (2) forming a reaction mixture that includes the nanocrystal, at least one ligand capable of binding to at least one component of the nanocrystal, at least one solvent, and an inert gas atmosphere, and (3) modifying the size and/or shape of the nanocrystal in the reaction mixture for a period of time at a temperature in a range from about 100 0C to about 240 0C so as to produce at least a second nanocrystal having a second size and/or a second shape.

Abstract: Transparent conducting oxide thin films having a reduced indium content and/or an increased tin content are provided. In addition, processes for producing the same, precursors for producing the same, and transparent electroconductive substrate for display panels and organic electroluminescence devices, both including the transparent conducting oxide thin films, are provided.

Abstract: A production process of a contact product, which can be used as a polymerization catalyst component, comprising contacting a metal oxide such as zinc oxide with a compound defined by a specific formula such as trifluoroacetic acid; a production process of a polymerization catalyst, comprising contacting the polymerization catalyst component with a transition metal compound; and a production process of a polymer, comprising polymerizing an addition-polymerizable monomer in the presence of the polymerization catalyst.

Abstract: Use as antibacterial agents of the oral cavity of formulations comprising zinc compounds having formula: [R—(OCH2CH2)n—OSO3?].½Zn2+??(I) wherein R is a linear or branched C6-C20 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic chain, n is an integer in the range zero-20.

Abstract: A surface modified nanoparticle includes a nanoparticle and a phenol compound used for modifying the nanoparticle. The phenol compound has a formula of (a) or (b), wherein n=1˜9, X is selected from the group consisted of NH2, OH, PH4, COOH and SH, R1 is selected from the group consisted of C1-C5 alkyl group, aryl group, alkenyl group, alkynyl group, alkylamino group and alkoxy group. Each carbon atom of the phenol group may be independently substituted or non-substituted. The substituent of the carbon atom of the phenol may be selected from the group consisted of halogen, C1-C5 alkyl group, cyano (CN), trifluoromethyl (CF3), alkylamino group, amino and alkoxy group. The present invention may be used for anti-oxidant and/or decreasing the toxicity of the nanoparticle. A preparation method of surface modified nanoparticle is also herein provided.

Abstract: This invention provides metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) having repeat units of the formula Zn4O(fumarate)3. Also provided are compositions thereof and methods use thereof, including for gas storage, gas separation, catalysis and sensing.

Abstract: Catalysts, which are free of tin, are described for the reaction between an isocyanate and an alcohol, which is a key step for preparing polyurethane polymers.

Abstract: Provided is a fluorescent labeling material, including zinc oxide nanoparticles each surface-modified with an organic compound having an amino group placed at an outer end thereof. Also provided is a fluorescent labeling agent to be used in vivo or in vitro, including the fluorescent labeling material, in which: EDC or the like is bound thereto through the amino group; and a substance capable of selectively binding to a target to be fluorescently labeled, such as an antibody, is linked thereto.

Abstract: A compound having two or more thiol groups and an atom selected from metal atoms in a molecule, a polythiol composition containing such a compound, a polymerizable composition containing such a polythiol composition, a resin obtained by polymerization of such a polymerizable composition, and an optical component obtained from such a resin are provided. The polymerizable composition can be a raw material for a resin having high transparency, good heat resistance and mechanical strength required for optical components such as plastic lenses and the like, while attaining a high refractive index (nd) exceeding 1.7.

Abstract: Crystalline inorganic-organic hybrid structures having a plurality of layers of a repeating unit characterized by a first organic ligand layer, a second organic ligand layer, and a two-dimensional semiconducting inorganic double layer having two opposing surfaces therebetween, wherein the two-dimentional semiconducting inorganic double layer is characterized by two single atom thick layers of a II-chalcogenide compound; and the first organic ligand layer and the second organic ligand layer are attached to the two opposing surfaces of the two-dimensional semiconducting inorganic double layer through a covalent bond or a coordinate covalent bond between the compounds of the organic ligand layers and the metal cation species of the II-VI chalcogenide compounds, so that the semiconducting inorganic double layer is directed by the compounds of the two opposing organic layers to form ordered crystal lattices. Methods for the preparation of the hybrid structures are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organopolysiloxane composition that can be vulcanized at room temperature into an elastomer that is crosslinked by polycondensation and that does not contain alkyltin-based catalysts and also to novel organopolysiloxane polycondensation catalysts.

Abstract: An article is provided for immobilizing functional organic biomolecules (e.g. proteins, DNA, and the like) through a covalent bond to a thiolate or disulfide monolayer to a metal surface wherein an extra activation step of the surface layer or an activation step of the functional biomolecules or bioreceptors could be avoided. The monolayer can contain, but is not limited to, two moieties. One has a group that resists nonspecific adsorption and another has a group that directly (without activation) reacts with functional groups on the biomolecules. In addition, poly(ethylene oxide) groups are incorporated in the monolayer surfaces to resist the nonspecific adsorption and to enhance the specific affinity interactions. A sensor device including these monolayers is also provided to perform reproducible, sensitive, specific and stable bioanalysis.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are the compounds shown below and methods of their synthesis. The value m is a positive integer. R comprises an alkyl chain or an alkoxy chain. Each X comprises a metal binding group. Each E is a methoxy group or comprises a biomolecule reactive group or a residue thereof. E optionally comprises a protecting group. The value n is a positive integer. The value p is zero or one. Y is OCH3, OH, NH2, or COOH.

Abstract: A compound having two or more thiol groups and an atom selected from metal atoms in a molecule, a polythiol composition containing such a compound, a polymerizable composition containing such a polythiol composition, a resin obtained by polymerization of such a polymerizable composition, and an optical component obtained from such a resin are provided. The polymerizable composition can be a raw material for a resin having high transparency, good heat resistance and mechanical strength required for optical components such as plastic lenses and the like, while attaining a high refractive index (nd) exceeding 1.7.

Abstract: Compounds, synthesis of, and methods for synthesizing metal alkoxide derivatives; and metal alkoxide derivatives for use as flame retardants are described. Group 13 metal alkoxides having flame retardant properties may be prepared by reacting the group 13 metal trihydroxide with an alcohol.

Abstract: Provided are novel ?-lipoic acid derivatives represented by the following formula (I), which have a tyrosinase inhibiting activity, a melanin production suppressing activity and an elastase inhibiting activity. (In the formula, M denotes a metal, and A denotes an amino acid which is bound via N.

Abstract: Enediyne compounds of the formula: (1) characterized in that the structure thereof is very simple and the production process is easy, and that the molecular length thereof is shorter than those of compounds having been proposed. Consequently, electrode assemblies comprising any of these enediyne compounds are highly promising in the application to nanomolecular wiring (nanomolecular wire) whose production has been difficult.

Abstract: The disclosed subject matter provides a method for preparing a metal oxide, the method includes (a) contacting a metal salt precursor with an alcohol to provide a metal oxide; and (b) removing the metal oxide from the alcohol.

Abstract: Described herein is a process for the manufacture of hydrofluoroalkanols of the structure RfCFClCHROH, comprising reacting a halofluorocarbon of the structure RfCFX2, wherein each X is independently selected from Cl, Br, and I, with an aldehyde and a reactive metal in a reaction solvent to generate a reaction product comprising a metal hydrofluoroalkoxide, neutralizing said metal hydrofluoroalkoxide to produce a hydrofluoroalkanol, and recovering the hydrofluoroalkanol.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a polymerizable compound of the formula (I) where the R1, R2, R?1, R?2, X1 to X8, Y1, Y2, M and L have any of values as defined in the specification. The disclosure also provides an oligomer, a homo-polymer, or a co-polymer of compound of the formula (I). The disclosure also provides methods for preparing the compound of the formula (I) and methods for preparing polymers of the compound of the formula (I), and to methods and intermediates useful for preparing them. The disclosure also provides methods for the use of the polymers of formula (I) as chiral catalysts in enantioselective preparative processes.

Abstract: A metal sulfide nanocrystal manufactured by a method of reacting a metal precursor and an alkyl thiol in a solvent, wherein the alkyl thiol reacts with the metal precursor to form the metal sulfide nanocrystals, wherein the alkyl thiol is present on the surface of the metal sulfide nanocrystal, wherein the alkyl thiol is bonded to the sulfur crystal lattice. A metal sulfide nanocrystal manufactured with a core-shell structure by a method of reacting a metal precursor and an alkyl thiol in a solvent to form a metal sulfide layer on the surface of a core, wherein the alkyl thiol is present on the surface of the metal sulfide nanocrystal, wherein the alkyl thiol is bonded to the sulfur crystal lattice. These metal sulfide nanocrystals can have a uniform particle size at the nanometer-scale level, selective and desired crystal structures, and various shapes.

Abstract: [PROBLEMS] To provide a metal complex compound capable of being suitably used for manufacturing a metal-containing thin film by the CVD method and a method for preparing a metal-containing thin film. [MEANS FOR SOLVING PROBLEMS] A metal complex compound comprising a ?-diketonato ligand having an alkoxyalkyl-methyl group, and a method for preparing a metal-containing thin film using the metal complex compound by the CVD method.

Abstract: The thin film-forming material of the present invention comprises a bis(?-diketonato)zinc compound that is liquid at 25° C. and is suitable for forming a zinc-containing thin film. By using the thin film-forming material, a thin film can be produced with stable film-forming rate or stable film composition control without suffering from problems of raw material gas suppliability and in-line raw material transport. Preferred (?-diketonato)zinc compounds are bis(octane-2,4-dionato)zinc and bis(2,2dimethyl-6-ethyldecane-3,5-dionato) zinc.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for preparing zinc glycerolate comprising reacting a zinc compound with glycerine wherein the zinc compound is selected from the group consisting of hydrozincite and zinc oxide prepared by calcining hydrozincite.