Стимулятор роста растений

Стимулятор роста растений

Стимулятор роста растений цизп-21

Регулятор роста растений

Состав для стимулирования роста растений

Method of preparation of a-chloroacetamides, new products and phytotoxic compositions thus obtained.

Composition containing of the products birds.

Stimulation of the output of rubber in the hévéa brasiliensis.

MEANS FOR THE DECREASE AND/OR DELAY OF THE VEGETATIVE STATURE AND FOR THE INCREASE OF THE CARBOHYDRATE DEPOSIT OF USEFUL PLANTS

Mittel zur Beeinflussung des Wachstums von Pflanzen

Verfahren zur Herstellung von a-Chloracetamiden und Verwendung derselben als Mittel mit einer modifizierenden Wirkung auf das Wachstum von keimenden Samen, auflaufenden Sämlingen und bestehender Vegetation

Schädlingsbekämpfungsmittel, insbesondere herbizide Mittel

Composition synergétique pour le traitement des carences végétales en oligoéléments

Substd. chloro acetyl phenyl amino acetamides

Substd. chloro acetyl phenyl amino acetamides having plant growth inhibiting activity without phytotoxic effect ...

Природный криопротектор

Изобретение относится к медицине и биологии, а именно к средствам для криоконсервации органов при трансплантации. Задачей изобретения является повышение эффективности криоконсервирующих свойств и использование более доступных природных компонентов. Поставленная задача решается тем, что предложенный природный криопротектор, содержащий глицерин, где в качестве природных соединений используют флановидные и фенольные соединения, и воск в следующем соотношении компонентов, мас.%: флановидные и фенольные соединения 0,25 воск 0,25 глицерин остальное В качестве природного источника криопротектора выбран продукт жизнедеятельности пчел - прополис, содержащий флавоноиды и фенольные соединения и воск 2 табл., 3 ил.

Germicidal amidine derivs

Стимулятор роста растений

Регулятор роста растений

Способ стимулирования роста растений хвойных пород

PROCEDURE FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF PLANT GROWTH

MEANS FOR REGULATING THE PLANT STATURE

PROCEDURE FOR ERHOHUNG THE ERNTEERTRAGES OF USEFUL PLANTS

GIBBERELLIN PREPARATIONS

Antichlorosis compsns - contg nitrate of trace element , a sulphoxide, and a hydroxy acid or dibasic organic acid

Способ получения жидкообразного стимулятора роста

Состав для улучшения качества рассады и повышения урожайности растений

Физиологически-активное вещество

Стимулятор роста лиственницы сибирской

Состав для ингибирования роста растений

Регулятор роста растений

MEANS FOR THE INCREASE OF THE WEIGHT AND/OR YIELD OF CORN AND SUGAR BEETS

MEANS FOR DECREASE AND/OR VERZOGERUNG THE VEGETATIVE STATURE AND FOR ERHOHUNG THE CARBOHYDRATE DEPOSIT OF USEFUL PLANTS

MEANS FOR THE INCREASE OF THE WEIGHT AND/OR YIELD OF CORN AND SUGAR BEETS

Herbicidal s-aryl arylamides

TOBACCO SUCKER CONTROLLING LIQUID COMPOSITION

Title composition for inhibiting the growth of tobacco suckers was prepd. with aq. soln. containing 10-40 wt. % of a C6-C18 satd. fatty alc. and a 1.2-dihydro-pyridazine-3,.6-dione salts. The formulation contg. 1,2-dihydro-pyridazine-2,6-dione K salt (1.3 1b/acre) decanol, octanol, and dodecanol (7 1b/acre) was proved a much more effects on controlling the suckers than before. Copyright 1997 KIPO ...

Стол аппарата для гамма-лучевой терапии

Способ получения порошкообразного нитрогуминового стимулятора роста

Состав для регулирования роста растений

PROCEDURE FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF PLANT GROWTH

MEANS FOR REGULATING THE PLANT STATURE

PROCEDURE FOR ERHOHUNG THE ERNTEERTRAGES OF USEFUL PLANTS

A PROCESS FOR REGULATING THE GROWTH OF PLANTS AND FOR MODIFYING THE HABIT THEREOF

Methionine, its esters and salts - as plant growth regulators

Stevia plant named `RSIT 95-166-13`

A novel Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni variety characterized by a high ratio of rebaudioside C to stevioside, a high ratio of rebaudioside C to rebaudioside A, and a high ratio of rebaudioside C to dulcoside A in its leaves.

Стимулятор роста хлопчатника

Регулятор роста растений

Стимулятор роста растений

AGENT FOR THE PROMOTION OF FRUIT ABSCISSION

Increasing yield of sugar from sugar cane - using alkyl-2-methoxy-3,6

Стимулятор роста растений

Стимулятор роста растений

Способ защиты растений от заморозка

Способ получения биостимуляторов из торфа

Стимулятор роста растений

Antichlorosis compsns - contg nitrate of trace element , a sulphoxide, and a hydroxy acid or dibasic organic acid

GIBBERELLIN PREPARATIONS

Increasing yield of sugar from sugar cane - using alkyl-2-methoxy-3,6

QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS AND THEIR USE AS PLANT GROWTH MODIFIERS

Halogen complexes of diquaternary ammonium - dihalides, defoliant, herbicides, germicides

Increasing yield of sugar from sugar cane - using alkyl-2-methoxy-3,6

INHIBITING COMPOSITION OF THE GROWTH OF THE PLANT; E PROCESS TO INHIBIT THE GROWTH OF PLANTS DURING DRAWN OUT PERIODS OF TIME

Germicidal amidine derivs

A PROCESS FOR REGULATING THE GROWTH OF PLANTS AND FOR MODIFYING THE HABIT THEREOF

MEANS FOR GROWTH REGULATION OF PLANTS

Antichlorosis compsns - contg nitrate of trace element , a sulphoxide, and a hydroxy acid or dibasic organic acid

MEANS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATING OF PLANTS

ALTERING PLANT FLOWERING AND SEXUAL REPRODUCTION

Regulation of plant growth and fruiting with lower alk - anols

QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS AND THEIR USE AS PLANT GROWTH MODIFIERS

METHOD OF COMBATING WEEDS IN MAIZE CULTURES

Germicidal amidine derivs

PYRAZOLOISINDOLONES THEIR PREPARATION AND USE AS PLANT GROWTH REGULANTS

Trimesonitriles - esp 2,4-dichloro-4-(opt subst anilino)- trimesonitriles with fungicidal, viricidal and antibacterial activity

Methionine, its esters and salts - as plant growth regulators

PROCESS TO INCREASE THE INCOME IN SACAROSE OF CANA-DE-ACUCAR AND COMPOSITION FOR AGRICULTURAL USE WITH SUCH PURPOSE

Trimesonitriles - esp 2,4-dichloro-4-(opt subst anilino)- trimesonitriles with fungicidal, viricidal and antibacterial activity

Lacebark elm tree named `Zettler`

A new and distinct lacebark elm named `Zettler`, characterized by its upright, medium oval growth habit, its beautiful exfoliating bark color and texture, its extreme winter hardiness, and its ability to withstand wind and ice, without breakage.

MEANS FOR GROWTH REGULATION OF PLANTS

PHAGE DISPLAY SELECTION OF ANTI FUNGAL PEPTIDES

A method for the identification of peptides having an affinity for the surface of fungi is provided as is a method for the identification of peptides capable of affecting the development of a fungus. Also provided are compositions comprising peptides identified using the method of the present invention. In addition, isolated polynucleotides, vectors, expression cassettes and transformed cells capable of expressing peptides identified by the method of the present invention are provided.

BRUSH CONTROL COMPOSITIONS BRUSH CONTROL COMPOSITIONS

CONJUGATES BETWEEN A BIOPOLYMER AND A PHOTOACTIVATED ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT FOR COMBATING FUNGAL DISEASES OF AGRICULTURAL INTEREST AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAID CONJUGATES

The present invention relates to the field of fungal disease control in the agricultural industry. The invention specifically discloses conjugates between biopolymers and a photoactivated agent which, upon being activated by light, give rise to singlet oxygen, a species known for its antimicrobial capacity. The invention also relates to methods for producing these conjugates and uses thereof.

METHODS FOR STERILIZING PREPARATIONS OF GLYCOSIDASES

Methods are disclosed for sterilizing preparations of glycosidases to reduce the level therein of one or more active biological contaminants or pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria (including inter- and intracellular bacteria, such as mycoplasmas, ureaplasmas, nanobacteria, chlamydia, rickettsias), yeasts, molds, fungi, single or multicellular parasites, prions or similar agents responsible, alone or in combination, for TSEs. These methods involve sterilizing preparations of glycosidases, such as alpha-glucosidase or alpha-galactosidase, with irradiation.

2%SUBSTITUTED PHENYL<-SH-PYRAZOLO-%5,1-A< ISOINDOL-8 ONE

INCREASE OF THE YIELD IN PLANTS BY ZMAGO1 MODULATION

Composiciones y métodos para modular el desarrollo de organos florales, la formacion de hojas, el fototropismo, la dominancia apical, el desarrollo de frutos, la iniciacion de raíces y para incrementar el rendimiento en una planta. Las composiciones incluyen una secuencia ZmAGO1. Las composiciones comprenden secuencias de aminoácidos y secuencias de nucleotidos seleccionadas entre las SEQ ID NOS: 1 a 4, así como sus variantes y fragmentos. Las secuencias de nucleotidos que codifican el ZmAGO1 se proveen en construcciones de ADN para su expresion en una planta de interés para modular el nivel de una secuencia ZmAGO1 en una planta o una parte de planta. Los métodos comprenden introducir en una planta un polinucleotido heterologo que comprende una secuencia ZmAGO1 de la invencion. Se puede incrementar o disminuir el nivel del polipéptido ZmAGO1. Dicho método se puede usar para incrementar el rendimiento en plantas; en una forma de realizacion, el método se usa para incrementar el rendimiento ...

Miniature rose plant named `MORshodot`

This invention relates to a new and distinct cultivar of minature rose, primarily identified by the deep red color of its petals and double flowers.

MEANS FOR GROWTS REGULATION OF PLANTS

PROCESS TO PRODUCE ACTIVATORS FOR PLANTS

REGULATING COMPOSITION OF the GROWTH OF the PLANTS NOVEL With 1-METIONINA, DI-METIONINA AND THEIR SALTS AND YOU COVER WITH MATS

Shrub rose plant named Ausdir

A shrub rose having red-purple, old-fashioned-shaped flowers; spreading growth; and repeat flowering.

Antiseptic wet wipe

A HERBICIDE AND STIMULATING MEANS

COMPOSITION HERBICIDA

Dahlia plant named `Gallery Art Deco`

A distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named `Gallery Art Deco`, characterized by its suitability for potted plants, garden or patio plants, or as cut flowers; upright and spreading, compact and freely branching plant habit; dark green foliage; early and profuse flowering; rapid growth rate; large decorative-type inflorescences that are about 11 cm in diameter; red and orange bi-colored ray florets; and good postproduction longevity.

ФУНКЦИОНАЛЬНЫЙ КОМПЛЕКС ДЛЯ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ ПИТАТЕЛЬНОГО РАСТВОРА ДЛЯ ПОЛИВА И/ИЛИ ПОДКОРМКИ КУЛЬТУРНЫХ РАСТЕНИЙ

1. Функциональный комплекс для получения питательного раствора для полива и/или подкормки культурных растений, включающий связанные магистральными трубопроводами сатуратор; насосную установку, функционально являющуюся средством подачи воды в сатуратор; средство нагнетания в сатуратор под давлением газообразного носителя двуокиси углерода, отличающийся тем, что в качестве газообразного носителя двуокиси углерода использован атмосферный воздух, а сатуратор дополнительно оснащен системой сброса обедненного углекислым газом воздуха из полости сатуратора в атмосферу, при этом упомянутая система сброса организована с возможностью поддержания необходимого давления воздуха в полости сатуратора в процессе его прокачки для осуществления режима гидратации углекислого газа в воде. 2. Функциональный комплекс по п.1, отличающийся тем, что в качестве средства нагнетания в сатуратор под давлением газообразного носителя двуокиси углерода использован воздушный компрессор низкого давления, обеспечивающий давление 5-10 атмосфер. 3. Функциональный комплекс по п.1, отличающийся тем, что средство подачи воды в сатуратор оснащено холодильной камерой. 4. Функциональный комплекс по п.1, отличающийся тем, что средство подачи воды в сатуратор оснащено очистительной системой подаваемой воды от примесей. 5. Функциональный комплекс по п.1, отличающийся тем, что средство нагнетания в сатуратор газообразного носителя двуокиси углерода магистрально связано с нижней частью сатуратора с обеспечением возможности подачи атмосферного воздуха через водяной столб. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 90 298 (13) U1 (51) МПК A01N 59/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2009124503/22, 29.06.2009 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 29.06.2009 (45) Опубликовано: 10.01.2010 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Низиенко Юрий Константинович (RU), Белиловский Виктор Абрамович (RU) U 1 9 0 2 9 8 R U ...

OIL DISPERSIONS OF nAChR BINDING NEONICOTINOIDS

Selective insect neonicotinoids is a class of pesticide active ingredients that share some characteristics in their chemical structures and bind to the nAChR acetylcholine receptors. Formulation of such compounds in oil suspension or oil dispersion is challenging due to their electrostatic interactions of the heteroatoms in oily media, that lead to irreversible flocculation or diminished homogeneicity and bleeding of such oil dispersions. Imidacloprid, Thiamethoxam, Thiachloprid, Nitenpyram, Acetamiprid, Clothianidin and Dinetofuran and derivatives thereof with nAChR binding ability are successfully formulated in oil suspension with the use of certain copolymeric anionic fatty-acid based dispersants, sorbitan derivatives, ionic surfactants, other non-ionic surfactants and inorganic polyvalent cationic salt dispersed in the oil. The formulations this way produced show excellent storage stability properties regarding physiochemical parameters, including stability of the neonicotinoid active ingredient, reduced bleeding, and complete redispersibility. Further, they show excellent biological efficacy due to the reduced and homogeneous particle size below 2 μm when diluted—emulsified—in water.

Резистивный элемент для нагрева воды, обладающий повышенным антибактериальным эффектом

1. Погружной резистивный элемент (2) для нагрева воды электрического накопительного водонагревателя либо бака стиральной машины или посудомоечной машины, отличающийся тем, что- по меньшей мере часть металлической поверхности его защитной оболочки, соприкасающейся с нагреваемой водой, покрыта стеклоэмалью с антибактериальной поверхностью,- упомянутая стеклоэмаль с антибактериальной поверхностью состоит, по существу, из известной стеклоэмали, на поверхность которой перед обжигом нанесено АБМ-соединение, по существу, любой известной концентрации и по любой известной технологии,- упомянутое АБМ-соединение представляет собой соединение, в котором элементы, обладающие признанной антибактериальной эффективностью, такие как цинк и/или медь и/или серебро, присутствуют в любой известной форме, при которой может действительно проявляться их антибактериальная эффективность.2. Погружной резистивный элемент (2) по п. 1, отличающийся тем, что упомянутое АБМ-соединение содержит серебро в одной или более из его возможных форм или в химических или физических сочетаниях с другими химическими элементами, не обладающими санирующим эффектом.3. Погружной резистивный элемент (2) по п. 2, отличающийся тем, что серебро в упомянутой одной или более из его возможных форм или в химических или физических сочетаниях с другими химическими элементами, не обладающими санирующим эффектом, представляет собой по существу единственный элемент-металл с санирующим эффектом, включенный в состав упомянутого АБМ-соединения.4. Погружной резистивный элемент (2) по п. 2 или 3, отличающийся тем, что серебро, включенное в состав упомянутого АБМ-соединения, пребывает в виде наночаст РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК H05B 3/78 (13) 161 133 U1 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2015145547/07, 12.10.2011 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.10.2011 (72) Автор(ы): МАНЧИНИ Анджело (IT), НЕРИ ...

Ионизатор для воды

Полезная модель относится к устройствам для обработки питьевой воды ионами серебра и может быть использована в быту для подготовки воды к использованию. Ионизатор для воды предназначен для установки в любые емкости и резервуары для питьевой воды, хорошо подходит для банок, кувшинов, кувшинных фильтров и других открытых резервуаров. Ионизатор для воды, содержащий посеребренный элемент, имеющий лицевую и обратную сторону, крепление к резервуару, крепление к резервуару представляет собой размещенный в верхней части обратной стороны цилиндрический выступ с установленными на нем дисками, размер которых увеличивается от места крепления цилиндрического выступа к его концу, причем на диски насажена выполненная из эластичного материала присоска, имеющая на периферийной части чередующиеся в радиальном направлении кольцевые желоба треугольного и прямоугольного сечений, причем глубина кольцевых желобов треугольного сечения больше в 1,5 раза глубины кольцевых желобов прямоугольного сечения, а внешний диаметр присоски равен ширине посеребренного элемента в зоне размещения цилиндрического выступа. Предлагаемый ионизатор для воды при сравнительно простой конструкции и удобном креплении к емкости может найти применение как в промышленности, например устанавливаться в тару при производстве молока, воды, спиртных напитков, так и быту, для ионизации питьевой воды и других напитков. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 183 171 U1 (51) МПК C02F 1/50 (2006.01) C02F 103/04 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК C02F 1/50 (2006.01) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018115595, 25.04.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Лузан Дмитрий Евгеньевич (RU) Дата регистрации: 12.09.2018 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 102611 U1, 10.03.2011. RU 2074116 C1, 27.02.1997. UA 59807 C2, 15.02.2006. US 2012091070 A1, 19.04.2012. (45) Опубликовано: 12.09.2018 Бюл. № 26 1 8 3 1 7 1 ( ...

Methods for Killing or Inhibiting Growth of Mycobacteria

The present invention provides a method for killing or inhibiting growth of Mycobacteria, by contacting the Mycobacteria with a haloperoxidase, hydrogen peroxide, chloride ions and/or bromide ions, and ammonium ions.

Stabilization of biosolids using iron nanoparticles

This invention discloses a stabilized biosolids composition and a method for the stabilization of biosolids. It entails the use of a chemically and biologically reactive material, in the form of ultrafine iron particles. The nanometer-sized iron particles are capable of degrading odorous organosulfur compounds, transforming persistent and toxic organic pollutants such as PCBs and chlorinated pesticides, inhibiting the growth of pathogens by increasing pH and maintaining the increased pH of the stabilized biosolids, immobilizing toxic metal ions such as mercury and lead, and improving the overall quality of biosolids for land application and plant growth.

Antiseptic Liquid Formulation, A Method for Its Use, and A Method for Preparing the Formulation

An antiseptic formulation capable of providing antimicrobial properties over an extended period of time is disclosed. The formulation includes chelated metal ions and a fixative polymer with the capacity to bond the chelated metal ions to the skin. This fixative polymer, polyquaternium-69 has the ability to bond chelated metal ions, and other types of antimicrobial agents, to the skin for periods of hours or days depending on the conditions in which it is used. An antiseptic liquid formulation can be integrated in a soap product and a spray product. An antiseptic gel formulation is further disclosed.

Algae resistant roofing granules with controlled algaecide leaching rates, algae resistant shingles and process for producing same

Algae-resistant roofing shingles are prepared with granules are formed by coating mineral particles with a clay-silicate binder including a metal oxide algaecide and small organic particles. When the particles are heated to cure the binder, the organic particles pyrolyse to form pores in the coating. Release of the algaecide is controlled by the structure of the granules.

Method of Fungal Pathogen Control in Grass or Turf

Disclosed is a method of controlling fungal organisms in turfgrass with imidacloprid and optionally one or more other fungicides.

Dimethoate low voc formulations

Liquid dimethoate formulations comprising a solvent chosen among liquids comprised of a compound having a ethylenglycol-propylenglycol co-polymeric chain as well as mixtures thereof. These solvents diminish the use of VOC solvents while still providing storage stable formulations.

Silver Iodate Compounds Having Antimicrobial Properties

The present invention is compositions, methods of use, methods of treating, and articles of manufacture that include at least one silver iodate for imparting antimicrobial properties, particularly as it relates to the manufacture, use, and properties of medical devices. The invention also includes obtaining and using one or more silver iodate reaction products from a diperiodatoargentate, wherein the reaction products are obtained using a hydrothermal reaction.

Cleaning compound for cleaning surfaces in a food processing environment

A cleaning compound for cleaning surfaces in a food processing environment includes at least one container, with each container including a peroxide and/or an alkaline reactant therein. The alkaline reactant is selected to raise the pH of the cleaning compound into the alkaline range when the peroxide and the alkaline reactant are mixed together. The cleaning compound may be a liquid or dry compound, which is applied to the surface to be cleaned.

Centralized supply system for electrolyzed oxidizing water and intelligent control method thereof

A centralized supply system for electrolyzed oxidizing water comprises a water softener ( 1 ), several parallel electrolyzed oxidizing water generators ( 2 ) connected, liquid storage tanks ( 3, 4 ) and delivery pumps ( 5, 6 ). A central controller ( 10 ) implements independent control over the several parallel electrolyzed oxidizing water generators ( 2 ). Liquid level sensors ( 9 ) are mounted in the liquid storage tanks ( 3, 4 ) and are connected with the central controller ( 10 ) via data collection cables ( 12 ). With the detection, determination and calculation for the liquid level signal in the liquid storage tanks ( 3, 4 ) using the central controller ( 10 ), the volume magnitude and the rate of change of the volume for the liquid in the liquid storage tanks ( 3, 4 ) can be exactly obtained in time. The electrolyzed oxidizing water generators ( 2 ) are effectively controlled based on above data. An intelligent control method for the system is also provided.

Soybean event mon89788 and methods for detection thereof

The present invention provides for soybean plant and seed comprising transformation event MON89788 and DNA molecules unique to these events. The invention also provides methods for detecting the presence of these DNA molecules in a sample.

Marine antifoulant coating

A protective coating applied to the underwater portion of a marine vessel operable to inhibit the growth of marine foulants. The coating comprises a polymer, a marine biocide, a preservative, an antimicrobial agent, and optionally a coloring agent. In certain embodiments, the marine biocide, preservative, and optional antimicrobial agent are chemically bonded with the polymer thereby significantly reducing the ability of the biocide, preservative, and antimicrobial agent to leach from the coating into the surrounding environment.

Compositions and method for preventing and treating fire blight

The disclosure relates to compositions for treating and/or preventing fire blight in plants or parts thereof, to their methods of production, to concentrates for producing said compositions and to uses and methods based on said compositions.

Ballast Water Treatment System

A composition for treating waters, e.g. ballast water or injection water for oil recovery, to kill in-situ aquatic invasive species comprises at least one biocide capable of killing both animal and plant micro-organisms. The at least one biocide preferably comprises Brilliant Green, Gentian Violet, and/or erythrosine, and a wetting agent or detergent-like compound such as CTAB or CTAC. The invention also relates to a system for treating ballast water in situ comprising means for injecting a composition for treating ballast water; means for measuring the flow rate or amount of ballast water to be treated; means for controlling the dosing of the composition; and means for storing or receiving the composition. The invention also relates to a method of detecting viable aquatic organisms in ballast water in situ comprising detecting metabolism in viable micro-organisms in ballast water and, therefore, measuring the efficacy of any treatment.

Synergistic combination of flumetsulam or diclosulam with zinc pyrithione

A synergistic antimicrobial composition containing flumetsulam or diclosulam; and zinc pyrithione.

Pesticide compositions including polymeric adjuvants

Pesticidal compositions of improved effectiveness are provided, including a pesticide (e.g., an insecticide or herbicide) together with a copolymer adjuvant or additive selected from the group consisting of acid or salt copolymers containing individual quantities of maleic and itaconic moieties. The compositions of the invention provide multiple-fold increases in effectiveness, as compared with an equal amount of the pesticide in the absence of the copolymer.

Method For Treating Hydrocarbon Fluids Using Pulsting Electromagnetic Wave in Combination With Induction Heating

A method for electrolytically producing alkaline water comprises the steps of (a) providing an electrolytic cell ( 50 ) containing at least one anode electrode ( 30 ) and at least one cathode electrode ( 40 ) in a spaced manner, without a separator or a diaphragm arranged between at least one anode electrode ( 30 ) and at least one cathode electrode ( 40 ), both the anode and cathode electrodes being made of magnesium; (b) supplying water to the electrolytic cell ( 50 ); and (c) applying a direct current across at least one anode electrode and at least one cathode electrode for causing electrolysis of water in the electrolytic cell ( 50 ) to produce alkaline water. An apparatus ( 100 ) corresponding to the method and the use of the alkaline water produced by the method are also provided.

Lepidopteran Moth Control Using Double-Stranded RNA Constructs

Disclosed is a dsRNA construct that relates to a method to control Lepidopteran moths via double-stranded RNA interference of the PBAN/Pyrokinin gene.

Method of using colloidal silver and gold anti-microbial items to create clean zones therewith

Gelatinous foam, coated paper, fabric, and polymer materials combined with the Colloidal Silver or Gold additive to formulate products with anti-microbial surfaces which will then be installed through a process determined by the owner/operator of a multi-person/multi-use facility (with input from the end user) to create anti-microbial areas within the facility. Embodiments of the present invention can be formed from polymer materials with silver or gold additives for creating bacteria-free anti-microbial areas, known as a Clean Zone™, in multi-use or multi-person facilities, such as gyms, hotels, hospitals, doctors' offices, food courts, restaurants, cruise ships, buses, and airplanes. The various embodiments include coated polymer sheets, polymer trays, bamboo and/or cotton towels, rugs and fabric, polymer foam, or polymer mats containing nano-silver or nano-gold in an scheduled and organized manner (with input/requests from the customer) to create permanent or semi-permanent anti-microbial surfaces.

Synergistic combination of a glyphosate compound and zpt

A synergistic antimicrobial composition containing a glyphosate compound and zinc pyrithione is provided. Also provided is a method of inhibiting the growth of or controlling the growth of microorganisms in a building material by adding such a synergistic antimicrobial composition. Also provided is a coating composition containing such a synergistic antimicrobial composition, and a dry film made from such a coating composition.

Method and device for disinfectant production

A method of producing disinfectants by diaphragm electrolysis of an aqueous solution of sodium chloride is disclosed. Such disinfectants are used in agriculture, public health care and medical institutions, public water supply systems and elsewhere. A method for producing disinfectants is disclosed which permits adjustment of the range of the pH value from 2.5 to 8.5 by using devices with various capacities ranging from 1 to 600 g active chlorine per hour, while decreasing the consumption of electric energy and sodium chloride for the production of 1 g of active chlorine, and reducing the consumption of fresh water for producing of waste catholyte. The disclosed method processes the concentrated aqueous solution of sodium chloride in anode and cathode compartments at a lower flow rate, using the flow of fresh water through the inner space of a tubular cathode for cooling the solution.

Method of sterilizing water

A method of sterilizing water that includes: immersing at least one electrode unit having a negative electrode within a container and a positive electrode within the container, the positive electrode separated from and facing the negative electrode, wherein the negative electrode has a plurality of negative electrode projections thereon, and the positive electrode has a plurality of positive electrode projections thereon, each positive electrode projection arranged to face and be aligned with each negative electrode projection one by one; and, supplying direct current by at least one power supply to the electrode unit immersed under the water.

Bacteria deactivation method and apparatus

A bacteria deactivation device that has a porous medium through which water and bacteria contained in the water, like E. coli and fecal coliform, are passed. Silver, such as colloidal silver, within the medium deactivates bacteria that pass therethrough. The medium has a porosity and pores sized to provide high flow rates hour while meeting Environmental Protection Agency limits for human consumption of silver.

Process for sterilizing an article

A composition is disclosed which comprises (A) an anti-microbial agent comprising peracetic acid; and (B) a reagent mixture comprising a buffer, an anticorrosive agent and a chelator. The composition may be characterized by the absence of molybdate. The foregoing composition may be dispersed in water to form a liquid sterilant. The liquid sterilant may be used for sterilizing articles such as medical, dental, pharmaceutical, veterinary or mortuary instruments, devices, and the like.

Process of use of ions in agriculture, animal and human health

“Process of use of ions in agriculture, animal and human health”, it is intended to enable the utilization of ions, cations especially, with biocide purposes, with micronutrient functionality, as microelement to maintain biosecurity, obtained from the process of ionization in aqueous saline solution directed to agriculture and the areas of human and animal health.

Process for preparing ammonic glyphosate granules

A process for preparing water-soluble granules of amnionic glyphosate comprising: a) addition of glyphosate acid to a Broensted base which supplies ammonium ions in a molar ratio base/acid comprised between 0.8 and 1.1; b) homogenization of the mixture prepared in a); c) addition of one or more surfactants in amounts in the range 5%-50% by weight based on the glyphosate acid; d) mixing of the mass prepared in c) for a time lower than about 10 minutes until obtaining an extrudable mass; e) extrusion of the mass obtained in d); f) drying until obtaining a granule having a residual moisture lower than 1%.

Adsorption of contaminants from liquid and electrochemical regeneration of adsorbent

A method for the treatment of a liquid. The method comprises contacting the liquid within a treatment zone with an adsorbent material, which is then electrochemically regenerated within a regeneration zone following contact with said liquid. A disinfectant precursor species is provided within the regeneration zone and then electrochemically converted to a disinfectant species which can then contact adsorbent material and/or liquid within the regeneration zone effecting in-situ disinfection and resulting in the presence of residual disinfectant species in the treated liquid. There is further provided apparatus for carrying out such a method.

Hydrogen peroxide disinfectant containing a cyclic carboxylic acid and/or aromatic alcohol

An aqueous disinfecting solution, a concentrated version of the solution, and a dry powdered composition which may be dissolved in water to provide the solution. The solution has a pH of from 0.6 to 7 and comprises (a) hydrogen peroxide in a concentration of from 0.01 to 6% w/w; and (b) at least one component chosen from cyclic carboxylic acids and aromatic alcohols, in a concentration of from 0.01 to 10% w/w, all based on the total weight of the solution. The cyclic carboxylic acids are preferably 2-furan carboxylic acid, benzoic acid and salicylic acid and the aromatic alcohol is preferably benzyl alcohol. Furthermore, the solution may contain surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, hydrotropes, cation sequestering agents, hydrogen peroxide stabilizers, solvents, thickeners, skin conditioning agents, antifoams, and pH buffers.

Antifungal Material

The present invention relates to antifungal materials, particularly to nanoparticles comprising or consisting of a non-persistent inorganic support material such as Tricalciumphosphate (TCP) and copper as a dopant in the form of Cu +/−0 , Cu +1 and or Cu +2 ; to composite materials or liquid formulations containing such nanoparticles. Further, the invention relates to the manufacture of such nanoparticles, composites, liquid formulations and to the use of such nanoparticles, composites, liquid formulations as an antifungal component.

Down-regulating gene expression in insect pests

The present invention relates to genetic control of infestation by insect pest species, particularly prevention and/or control of pest infestation of plants, using interfering ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecules. Compositions and combinations containing the interfering RNA molecules of the invention for use in topical applications, for example in the form of insecticides.

Composition for production of plant body having improved sugar content, and use thereof

The composition, in accordance with the present invention, for producing a plant body having an improved sugar content includes glutathione, a polynucleotide encoding γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase, or a polynucleotide encoding glutathione-binding plastid type fructose-1,6-bisphosphate aldolase. The composition preferably includes oxidized glutathione. This allows provision of a composition for easily producing a plant body having an improved sugar content.

3-alkoxy, thioalkyl and amino-4-amino-6-(substituted)picolinates and their use as herbicides

3-alkoxy, thioalkyl and amino-4-amino-6-(substituted)picolinic acids having a halogen, alkyl or mono-, di- tri- and tetra-substituted aryl substituents in the 6-position, and their acid derivatives, are herbicides demonstrating a broad spectrum of weed control.

Antifungal compounds and use thereof

The present invention relates to an antifungal composition including at least two compounds selected from among the group consisting of cysteine, salicylic acid, iron(II) sulfate and fosetyl-aluminum, as well as to a method for treating a plant, infected or not infected by a pathogen. Specifically, the present invention relates to an antifungal composition for treating vineyards.

Fungicidal Compositions Comprising a Phosphate Solubilizing Microorganism and a Fungicidally Active Compound

The present invention relates to a composition, comprising a microorganism as defined in the description and at least one compound (II) selected from groups A) to F) as defined in the description in a synergistically effective amount.

Host materials for phosphorescent oleds

Novel aryl silicon and aryl germanium host materials are described. These compounds improve OLED device performance when used as hosts in the emissive layer of the OLED.

Methods and compositions for introduction of exogenous dsrna into plant cells

This invention provides a method to silence an endogenous target gene expression in plants by applying a specific dsRNA onto the exterior surface of a plant. Application, such as by spraying or brushing a plant with dsRNA is done without wounding the plant tissue and cells such as by mechanical-type wounding, particle bombardment or mechanical infection with viral vectors. The present invention enables the regulation of gene expression in plants. In some embodiments of the invention, the dsRNA is directed to an essential gene of a plant pathogen or pest, whereby the pathogen and/or pest damage is controlled, resulting in desired agronomic performance.

Antimicrobial surface treatment

A surface treatment powder comprising (a) about 50 wt. % or more of a percarbonate, perphosphate, persulfate, peroxide or perborate salt; (b) about 0.2-10 wt. % of a chlorinated isocyanurate salt; and (c) a bleach activator, and method of using same to inhibit the growth of a microorganism on a surface.

Apparatus for producing ionized water

The apparatus capable of producing ionized water may have a simplified structure to prevent water from being lost and also prevent an electrode and ion diaphragm from being damaged. The apparatus may selectively supply alkaline water and acidic water. The apparatus includes an ionization electrolytic cell configured to contact the raw water only with one electrode disposed on one or more inner walls of the ionization electrolytic cell to contact the raw water only with either of the anode and cathode, an ionization water controller controlling the ionization electrode according to the discharge of the ionized water, and a switch applying a signal from a user to the ionization water controller.

SYNERGISTIC BIOCIDE COMPOSITION CONTAINING AT LEAST THREE BIOCIDE COMPONENTS

The invention relates to a biocide composition which contains (A) silver, (B) one or more pyrithione(s) and (C) one or more 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one derivative(s) as microbiocidal active components. 1. A biocide composition comprising as active microbicidal components(A) silver,(B) one or more pyrithiones, and(C) one or more 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one derivatives.2. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the silver is present in the form of organic or inorganic silver salt.3. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the silver is present on a carrier material claim 1 , such as kaolin claim 1 , talc or titanium oxide.4. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the 1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one derivative is 1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one claim 1 , N-methyl-1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one claim 1 , N-butyl-1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one or a mixture of two or three of these compounds.5. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the pyrithione is zinc claim 1 , sodium claim 1 , silver claim 1 , copper or iron pyrithione or a mixture of at least two of these compounds.6. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , comprising as active microbicidal components(A) silver,(B) zinc pyrithione, and(C) 1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one.7. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises the pyrithione in an amount of 0.01% to 30% by weight claim 1 , based on the overall biocide composition.8. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises the silver in an amount of 0.01% to 10% by weight claim 1 , based on the overall biocide composition.9. The biocide composition as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises the 1 claim 1 ,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one derivative in an amount of 1.0% to 50% by weight claim 1 , based on the overall biocide composition.10. The biocide ...

PHOSPHORIC ACID ESTER PRODUCTION METHOD

The present invention provides a novel production method which enables obtain a phosphorus compound having both an aromatic substituent and a phosphorinane backbone, without using an expensive hydrogen halide scavenger, without going through a complicated post treatment step or a step of recovering a solvent, and with a favorable yield andpurity. In the present invention, step (1) of allowing phosphorus oxytrihalide to react with a phenol compound or naphthol compound at a molar ratio of 1.1-3.0:1 in the presence of metal halide, and removing unreacted phosphorus oxytrihalide, to produce a mono-substituted phosphorodihalidate; and step (2) of allowing the mono-substituted phosphorodihalidate obtained in the step (1) to react with a diol compound, at a 0.90 to 0.99 molar equivalent based on 1 mole of the halogen atom in the mono-substituted phosphorodihalidate so as to perform a dehydrohalogenation reaction, to obtain a phosphorus compound represented by Formula (V). 2. The method for producing a phosphoric acid ester according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the amount of the diol claim 1 , represented by the Formula (IV) claim 1 , used in the step (2) is 0.90 to 0.99 molar equivalent based on 1 mole of a halogen atom of the mono-substituted phosphorodihalidate represented by the Formula (III).3. The method for producing a phosphoric acid ester according to claim 1 , wherein the metal halide in the step (1) is magnesium chloride and/or aluminum chloride.4. The method for producing a phosphoric acid ester according to claim 1 , wherein the reaction in the step (1) is performed at a reaction temperature of 80° C. to 140° C.5. The method for producing a phosphoric acid ester according to claim 1 , wherein the step (1) comprises a step of removing unreacted phosphorus oxytrihalide after a reaction between the phosphorus oxytrihalide and the phenol compound or naphthol compound.6. The method for producing a phosphoric acid ester according to claim 5 , wherein the ...

Herbicidal composition for tolerant or resistant cotton crops

Herbicide combinations (A)+(8), if appropriate in the presence of safeners, with an effective content of (A) broad-spectrum herbicides from the group (A 1) glufosinate (salts) and related compounds (A2) glyphosate (salts) and related compounds such as sulfosate, (A3) imidazolinones such as imazethapyr, imazapyr, imazaquin, imazamox or their salts and (A4) herbicidal azoles from the group of the protoporphyrinogen oxidase inhibitors (PPO inhibitors) and (A5) the hydroxybenzonitriles and (B) herbicides from the group consisting of (B0) one or more structurally different herbicides from the abovementioned group (A), (B1) foliar- and soil-acting herbicides which are effective against monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous harmful plants, (B2) predominantly foliar-acting herbicides which are effective against dicotyledonous harmful plants, (B3) predominantly foliar-acting herbicides which are effective against monocotyledonous harmful plants, and (B4) foliar- and soil-acting herbicides which are effective against predominantly monocotyledonous harmful plants for controlling harmful plants in tolerant or resistant mutants or transgenic cotton plants.

Pharmaceutical Compositions for the Treatment of Fungal Infections

Synergistic combinations of a squalene epoxidase inhibitor and a leucyl-tRNA synthetase inhibitor are provided, which are useful in particular in the treatment of diseases involving fungal or suspected fungal infection, for immunomodulation or immunosuppression in conditions in which fungal or suspected fungal colonisation of e.g. the skin or nail plays a role, such as atopic dermatitis, acne vulgaris, seborrhoeic dermatitis, rosacea or onychomycosis, and in situations of fungal resistance. 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a squalene epoxidase inhibitor in combination or association with a leucyl-tRNA synthetase inhibitor , together with at least one pharmaceutically acceptable diluent or carrier.4. A composition according to comprising terbinafine in free form or salt form claim 1 , in combination or association with AN2690.5. A method of treatment of a disease involving fungal or suspected fungal infection claim 1 , or a method for immunomodulation or immunosuppression in a condition in which fungal or suspected fungal colonization plays a role such as onychomycosis claim 1 , or in a situation of fungal resistance claim 1 , in a subject suffering from or at risk for such infection or condition claim 1 , comprising co-administering a synergistically effective amount of a composition according to .6. A process for the preparation of a composition according to comprising mixing a squalene epoxidase inhibitor and a leucyl-tRNA synthetase inhibitor claim 1 , in combination or association with at least one pharmaceutically acceptable diluent or carrier.7. A kit of parts comprising a squalene epoxidase inhibitor and a leucyl-tRNA synthetase inhibitor in separate unit dosage forms claim 1 , together with instruction for use. The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions, for use in particular against fungal infections or inflammatory skin diseases.It concerns a pharmaceutical composition comprising a squalene epoxidase inhibitor in combination or ...

3-SUBSTITUTED VINYLBORONATES AND USES THEREOF

3-substituted vinylboronates and their use in the treatment of cancer such as colorectal cancer are disclosed. In some embodiments, the 3-substituted vinylboronates have the general Formula I: 151-. (canceled)52. A method of treating cancer , the method comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a 3-substituted vinylboronate.53. The method of claim 52 , wherein said cancer is selected from the group consisting of colon cancer claim 52 , rectal cancer and colorectal cancer.54. The method of claim 52 , wherein said cancer is myeloma.55. The method of claim 52 , wherein said 3-substituted vinylboronate is a 3-hydroxy vinylboronate.57. The method of claim 56 , wherein X is selected from the group consisting of hydroxy claim 56 , amine claim 56 , amide and carboxy.58. The method of claim 56 , wherein R is alkyl.59. The method of claim 58 , wherein R is an alkyl being at least 4 carbon atoms in length.60. The method of claim 56 , wherein each of R-Ris alkyl.61. The method of claim 56 , wherein Rand Rare each independently selected from the group consisting of alkyl claim 56 , cycloalkyl and aryl.63. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a 3-substituted vinylboronate and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.64. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 63 , being packaged in a packaging material and identified in print claim 63 , in or on said packaging material claim 63 , for use in the treatment of cancer.65. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 64 , wherein said cancer is selected from the group consisting of colon cancer claim 64 , rectal cancer and colorectal cancer.66. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 64 , wherein said cancer is myeloma.67. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 63 , wherein said 3-substituted vinylboronate is a 3-hydroxy vinylboronate.69. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 68 , wherein X is selected from the group consisting of hydroxy claim 68 , amine claim 68 , amide and carboxy.70. ...

Method for Increasing the Health of a Plant

The present invention relates to a method for increasing the health of a plant comprising the steps: 120-. (canceled)21. A method for increasing the health of a plant comprising:1) applying to plant propagation material a mixture comprising pyraclostrobin, fipronil and thiophanate-methyl; and2) applying to the resulting plant, part of the plant and/or locus where the plant is growing, at any time during the reproductive growth stage at least once pyraclostrobin or a mixture comprising pyraclostrobin and at least one insecticide or fungicide.22. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the plant propagation material in step 1) and the resulting plant in step 2) are resistant to glyphosate.23. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the health of a plant is increased both in the presence and absence of biotic or abiotic stress factors.24. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the insecticide in step 2) is selected from the following groups:(I-1) an organo(thio)phosphate compound selected from the group consisting of chlorpyrifos, chlorpyrifos-methyl and pyraclofos;(I-2) a carbamate compounds selected from the group consisting of aldicarb, methomyl, thiodicarb and triazamate;(I-3) a pyrethroid compound selected from the group consisting of bifenthrin, bioethanomethrin, beta-cyfluthrin, biopermethrin, lambda-cyhalothrin, gamma-cyhalothrin, cypermethrin, alpha-cypermethrin, beta-cypermethrin, zeta-cypermethrin, deltamethrin, esfenvalerate, fenvalerate, sulfoxime and thiofluoximate;(I-4) a juvenile hormone mimic selected from the group consisting of fenoxycarb and pyriproxyfen;(I-5) a nicotinic receptor agonist/antagonist compound selected from the group consisting of acetamiprid, clothianidin, dinotefuran, imidacloprid, imidaclothiz, thiamethoxam, nitenpyram, paichongding, thiacloprid and tazimcarb;(I-6) a GABA gated chloride channel antagonist compound selected from the group consisting of acetoprole, ethiprole, fipronil, pyrafluprole, pyriprole and ...

ANTI-FcRH5 ANTIBODIES AND IMMUNOCONJUGATES AND METHODS OF USE

The present invention is directed to compositions of matter useful for the treatment of hematopoietic tumor in mammals and to methods of using those compositions of matter for the same. 1264-. (canceled)265. A method of treating a subject having cancer , said method comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of an isolated monoclonal anti-FcRH5 antibody comprising: (i) HVR-L1 comprising the sequence KASQNVGSNVA (SEQ ID NO: 28);', '(ii) HVR-L2 comprising the sequence SASYRYS (SEQ ID NO: 29); and', '(iii) HVR-L3 comprising the sequence QQYKTWT (SEQ ID NO: 30); and, '(a) a light chain variable domain comprising (i) HVR-H1 comprising the sequence GYTFTNYGMN (SEQ ID NO: 37) or GYTFTNYGIN (amino acid residues 26-35 of SEQ ID NO:22);', '(ii) HVR-H2 comprising the sequence NTYTGEPTYTDDFKG (SEQ ID NO: 38); and', '(iii) HVR-H3 comprising the sequence ARRSIPYYYAMDY (SEQ ID NO: 39)., '(b) a heavy chain variable domain comprising266. The method of claim 265 , wherein HVR-H1 comprises the sequence GYTFTNYGIN (amino acid residues 26-35 of SEQ ID NO:22).267. The method of claim 265 , wherein HVR-H1 comprising the sequence GYTFTNYGMN (SEQ ID NO: 37).268. The method of claim 265 , wherein at least a portion of the framework sequence is a human consensus framework sequence.269. The method of claim 265 , wherein the light chain variable domain comprises at least a portion of the human kappa subgroup I consensus framework sequence.270. The method of claim 265 , wherein the light chain variable domain comprises FR1-LC comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:24; FR2-LC comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:25; FR3-LC comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:26; and FR4-LC sequence comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:27.271. The method of claim 265 , wherein the heavy chain variable domain comprises at least a portion of a heavy chain human subgroup III consensus framework sequence.272. The method of claim 265 , wherein ...

Floating dispenser

A floating dispenser having an external float or an internal float for supporting a cartridge or cartridges for floatingly delivering a dispersant or dispersants to a body of water with the floating dispenser having cartridges rotationally positionable with respect to one another to control the rate of dispensing while the dispenser floats in an upright condition with the floating dispenser changing its flotation orientation in response to consumption of the dispersant or dispersants in the a cartridge to thereby provide a visual alert to replace a spent cartridge with a fresh cartridge. In addition the inventions described herein permit changing the dispensing nature of the system from a multiple dispensing system to a single dispensing system without changing the floating characteristics of the floating dispensers through replacement of a dispersant in one of the cartridges with an inert or ballast material that has no effect on the water characteristics. 1. A floating dispenser comprising:a first hemispherical dispensing cartridge comprising a first hemispherical cap having a first chamber therein and a set of fluid openings therein for ingress and egress of water therethrough, said first hemispherical dispensing cartridge having a pole region and a base with the first hemispherical dispensing cartridge having a hemi lune shaped gap formed between a set of radial faces of said first hemispherical dispensing cartridge;a second dispensing cartridge having a second chamber therein, said second dispensing cartridge having a base having a set of fluid openings therein for ingress and egress of water therethrough;a flotation member;a batch of non water dissolvable materials located in said first chamber; anda water dispersible material located in the second chamber whereby the batch of non water dissolvable materials in the first chamber and the water dispersible materials in the second chamber causes the center of gravity of the dispenser to be located in the second ...

METHODS FOR IMPROVING SEED PRODUCTION IN MAIZE

Defoliation of maize plants, based on percent seed moisture, has advantageous outcomes including greater number of seeds per pound; increased volume or proportion of saleable seed per field and per female acre; decreased discard of seed due to commercially undesirable size or shape; lower moisture content of seed at harvest; earlier harvest date; less fuel and time expended in drying seed for storage; improved performance in laboratory tests for germination at cold temperatures; improved seed treatment efficacy; improved emergence under stress in field conditions; improved plantability in mechanical systems; more uniform stand; fewer runt plants and improved grain yield. 1. A method of increasing production of saleable maize seed from a hybrid seed production field , comprising treating said field with a defoliation means.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein defoliation is by chemical means.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein multiple defoliation treatments are made.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the proportion of flat seed is increased.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the number of kernels per pound is increased.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the harvested seed exhibits claim 1 , relative to a control claim 1 , one or more of: earlier harvest; reduced moisture at harvest; reduced post-harvest dry-down requirement; greater size consistency; improved germination percent or emergence rate under laboratory stress test; improved mechanical plantability; increased emergence percent or emergence rate in field conditions; more uniform emergence in field conditions; fewer runt or stunted seedlings; and increased grain yield.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the seed is harvested at between about 20% and 45% moisture.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the % seed moisture is between about 50% and 70%.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plant comprises a transgenic event conferring a trait selected from the group consisting of male sterility claim 1 , site-specific ...

Light Insensitive Silver(i) Cyanoximates As Antimicrobial Agents For Indwelling Medical Devices

Silver(I) cyanoximates of AgL composition (L=NC—C(NO)—R, where R is electron withdrawing groups: —CN, —C(O)NR 2 , —C(O)R′ (alkyl), —C(O)OEt, 2-heteroaryl fragments such as 2-pyridyl, 2-benzimidazolyl, 2-benzoxazolyl, 2-benzthiazolyl) are synthesized and characterized using spectroscopic methods and X-ray analysis. The synthesized compounds also demonstrate remarkable insensitivity toward visible light and UV-radiation. The combined characteristics of these compounds, such as light insensitivity, poor water solubility, high thermal stability, lack of toxicity of organic ligands, and antimicrobial activity make these silver(I) cyanoximates compounds suitable for use in biomaterial and medical devices.

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM USING A HIGH EFFICIENT ELECTROLYZING APPARATUS

Disclosed is a ballast water treatment system to remove or eradicate various aquatic organisms or microbes remaining ballast water. A water treatment tube manufactured in a filter type is primarily installed to apply physical shock to aquatic organisms having the size of 50 μm or more by modifying the flow of the ballast water to remove or damage aquatic organisms, so that the life power of the aquatic organisms is weakened. Secondarily, a high efficiency electrolysis device employing dual negative electrodes is installed to generate chlorine, so that the remaining aquatic organisms or remaining microbes are completely eradicated. In order to completely eradicate ocean organisms, the ballast water treatment system includes a neutralizing device capable of returning the ballast water to the similar natural sea water by processing remaining chlorine components excessively produced. 1. A ballast water treatment system using a highly efficient electrolysis device , the ballast water treatment system comprising:{'b': '40', 'a filter-type water treatment tube () installed on an inlet pipe of ballast water to apply physical shock to aquatic organisms or microbes by changing flow of the ballast water, so that the aquatic organisms or the microbes are killed or life power of the aquatic organisms or the microbes are weakened;'}{'b': 10', '40, 'an electrolysis vessel () installed on a pipe provided at an output side of the filter-type water treatment tube () and completely eradicating remaining aquatic organisms or remaining microbes by generating chlorine through an electrolysis device used for treatment of ballast water and employing dual negative electrodes; and'}{'b': 50', '10, 'a neutralizing device () which neutralizes chlorine remaining in the ballast water, which is discharged from the electrolysis vessel () through a ballast tank, by using a neutralizing agent and discharges the ballast water,'}{'b': 40', '41', '40', '10, 'wherein the filter-type water treatment tube ...

AG LOADED SILICA NANOPARTICLE/NANOGEL FORMULATION, METHODS OF MAKING, AND METHODS OF USE

Embodiments of the present disclosure, in one aspect, relate to compositions including a silver/silica nanocomposite, methods of making a silver/silica nanocomposite, methods of using a silver/silica nanocomposite, and the like. 1. A composition , comprising:a silver/silica nanocomposite having a silica gel matrix that includes silver from one or more of silver nanoparticles and silver ions, wherein the silver is about 10 nanogram (ng)/mL to 100 milligram (mg)/mL of the silver/silica nanocomposite.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the silver/silica nanocomposite is transparent to visible light.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the silver/silica nanocomposite has an antimicrobial characteristic.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the silver nanoparticles have a diameter of about 5 to 20 nm.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the silver nanoparticles are monodispersed in the silver/silica nanocomposite.6. A method of making a composition claim 1 , comprising:mixing a silica precursor compound, a silver nanoparticle compound, and water, wherein a separate reducing agent or a separate alcohol is not added to the mixture;adjusting the pH to about 4.5 and holding for about 12 to 36 hours;adjusting the pH to about 7; andforming a silver/silica nanocomposite having a silica gel matrix that includes silver from one or more of silver nanoparticles and silver ions, wherein the silver is about 10 nanogram (ng)/mL to 100 milligram (mg)/mL of the silver/silica nanocomposite.7. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the silver/silica nanocomposite is transparent to visible light.8. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the weight ratio of the silica precursor compound to the silver precursor compound can be about 1:1 to 30:1.9. The composition of claim 6 , wherein the silane precursor compound is selected from the group consisting of: alkyl silane claim 6 , tetraethoxysilane (TEOS) claim 6 , tetramethoxysilane claim 6 , sodium silicate claim 6 , a silane precursor ...

AGENT FOR CLEANING THE INTERIORS OF SHOES

To clean the inside of shoes, a means is proposed in the form of a highly viscous modelling material, consisting of native guar and 75% to 95% by weight combined water and disinfectant with a liquid antiseptic action and aluminium chloride-containing cleaning agents, as well as antimicrobial and anti-fungicidal agents, wherein the consistency is such that the agent is able to adapt to the inside and the inner and outer surfaces of open and closed-toe shoes under the effect of gravity. 1. An agent for cleaning the inside and the inner and outer surfaces of open and closed-toe shoes , wherein the composition is a highly viscous moulding material comprising native guar; 75% to 95% by weight combined water and disinfectant with a liquid antiseptic action: aluminium chloride-containing cleaning agents: and antimicrobial and anti-fungicidal agents , wherein the composition has a consistency such that the composition is able to adapt to the inside or inner and outer surfaces of the shoe and enclose the loose particles.2. The agent according to claim 1 , wherein the disinfectant is an alcohol.3. The agent according to claim 1 , wherein the disinfectant is ethanol.4. The agent according to claim 3 , further comprising alkyldimethylbenylammonium chloride as an additional disinfectant.5. The agent according to claim 3 , further comprising didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride as an additional disinfectant.6. The agent according to claim 3 , further comprising boracic acid as a further disinfectant.7. The agent according to claim 1 , wherein the moulding material has a viscosity of between 50 claim 1 ,000 and 80 claim 1 ,000 mPa.s.805. The agent according to claim 1 , further comprising a maximum of .% by weight methylparaben as an anti-fungicidal agent.9. The agent according to claim 1 , further comprising a maximum of 0.5% by weight propylparaben to improve durability.10. The agent according to claim 1 , further comprising diazolidinyl urea to improve durability.11. The agent ...

COMPOSITION POSSESSING ANTIOXIDANT, IMMONOMODULATED, AND ANTITUMOROUS ACTION AND METHOD OF TREATING NEOPLASMS

A composition produces antioxidant, immunomodulated, and antitumorous effects. The composition includes tannic acid, potassium iodide, and ascorbic acid. The tannic acid, the potassium iodide; and the ascorbic acid preferably are in a weight ratio of 3:1:1. The potassium iodide is preferably in a mole ratio with the tannic acid of 1:2.5 to 3.5. The composition can be used in methods for treating skin neoplasms by dissolving the composition in a physiological solution and administering the solution intravenously. 1. A composition producing antioxidant , immunomodulated , and antitumorous effects , comprising:tannic acid;potassium iodide; andascorbic acid;said tannic acid, said potassium iodide; and said ascorbic acid being in a weight ratio of 3:1:1.2. A method for treating skin neoplasms claim 1 , which comprises administering the composition according to .3. The method according to claim 2 , which further comprises:dissolving said composition in a physiological solution;administering said solution intravenously dropwise once per day in a dose of 1.8-2.5 mg/kg of body mass for 15 to 20 days.4. A composition producing antioxidant claim 2 , immunomodulated and antitumorous effects claim 2 , comprising:potassium iodide; andtannic acid;said potassium iodide being in a mole ratio with said tannic acid of 1:2.5-3.5.5. The method according to claim 1 , which further comprises:dissolving said composition in a physiological solution;administering said solution intravenously.6. A method of treating neoplasts claim 1 , which comprises intravenously administering a composition including tannic acid and potassium iodide. This application is a continuation-in-part of prior application Ser. No. 12/492,874, filed Jun. 26, 2009.This application claims priority under 35 USC §119 of Ukrainian Patent Application No. 2008/08513, which is incorporated by reference.Not ApplicableNot ApplicableNot Applicable1. Field of the InventionThe invention relates to compositions and methods for ...

HERBICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE

Disclosed are compositions and methods of preparing compositions of active herbicidal ingredients. Also disclosed are methods of using the compositions described herein to improve herbicide delivery and efficacy, enhance herbicidal penetration, reduce herbicide volatility and drift, diminish environmental damage from herbicides, decrease water solubility and volatility of herbicides, and introduce additional biological function to herbicides. 1. A composition , comprising: at least one kind of cation , wherein the cation is not a protonated tertiary amine , a protonated heteroarylamine , a protonated pyrrolidine , or a metal , and wherein the cation has a bioactive property; and at least one herbicidal anion.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the cation and anion form an ion pair claim 1 , an ionic liquid claim 1 , are hydrogen bonded claim 1 , form a complex claim 1 , a eutectic claim 1 , or a cocrystal.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one herbicidal anion is selected from the group consisting of 3 claim 1 ,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoate claim 1 , 2-(4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)propionate claim 1 , or 2-((phosphonomethyl)amino)acetate.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one kind of cation is selected from the group consisting of an herbicidal active claim 1 , a pesticidal active claim 1 , a nutritional active claim 1 , an algaecidal active claim 1 , an insecticidal active claim 1 , a miticidal active claim 1 , a molluscicidal active claim 1 , a nematicidal active claim 1 , a rodenticidal active claim 1 , and a virucidal active.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one kind of cation is a surfactant cation.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one kind of cation is an antimicrobial cation or an antifungal cation.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one kind of cation is a penetration enhancing cation.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the penetration enhancing cation is a fatty ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR ENHANCING PLANT QUALITY

Presented herein are compositions comprising an antioxidant (i), a radiation manager (ii), and one or more of, a plant strengthener (iii), or a plant growth regulator (iv). Also presented herein are compositions comprising a plant strengthener (iii), and one or more of, an antioxidant (i), or a radiation manager comprising a polyoxyalkylene UV absorber (ii). Furthermore, methods of using the disclosed compositions are also provided. 1. A composition comprising:(i) an antioxidant;(ii) a radiation manager; andone or more of(iii) a plant strengthener, or(iv) a plant growth regulator.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the plant strengthener (iii) is present.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the plant growth regulator (iv) is present.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the antioxidant (i) is at least one selected from the group consisting of a safener claim 1 , vitamin claim 1 , strobilurin claim 1 , and mono- and/or di-acyl urea containing derivative.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the antioxidant (i) is produced by a reaction of:(a) a carboxylic acid having the formula RCOOH where R is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, substituted and unsubstituted alkyl, allyl vinyl, and alkoxyl groups having from 1-6 carbon atoms, substituted and unsubstituted phenyl group, and halides; with{'sub': '2', '(b) a urea having the formula (NHR′)CO where each R′ is the same or different and is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, substituted and unsubstituted alkyl groups having from 1-6 carbon atoms, substituted and unsubstituted alkoxyl groups having from 1-6 carbon atoms, substituted and unsubstituted phenyl groups, and halides.'}6. The composition according to claim 5 , wherein the carboxylic acid (a) is formic acid.8. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the antioxidant (i) comprises N′ claim 1 ,N′-diformyl urea.9. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the radiation manager (ii) ...

ALKOXYLATED ALKYLAMINES/ALKYL ETHER AMINES WITH PEAKED DISTRIBUTION

The present invention relates to processes for preparation of alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution, surfactants comprising alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution, and stable herbicidal formulations comprising alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution. 1. A stable herbicidal formulation which comprises:a herbicidal active;an unsubstituted primary alkyl(ether)amine or a primary alkyl(ether)amine that is N-substituted with up to five alkylene oxide units per molecule; and{'sub': '2', 'a polyalkoxylated alkyl(ether)amine substituted with two alkylene oxide chains in peaked distribution and containing an average total of at least about 6 alkylene oxide units per molecule, wherein said peaked distribution alkoxylated alkyl(ether)amine is characterized by a degree of peaking that is at least 5% higher than that of the conventional non-peaked alkoxylated alkyl(ether)amines having the same carbon-chain length and average alkylene oxide chain length prepared via conventional base catalysis, wherein the conventional non-peaked alkoxylated alkyl(ether)amines are prepared by the NaOH-catalyzed reaction of RNHwith alkylene oxide conducted entirely under autogenous pressure up to 90 psig at a catalyst concentration of 0.2 wt. % and a temperature between 160° and 180° C.'}2. A stable herbicidal formulation as set forth in wherein the herbicidal active comprises glyphosate or a salt thereof.3. A stable herbicidal formulation as set forth in provided:when the peaked distribution polyalkoxylated alkyl(ether)amine is 9EO or 10EO tallowamine and the unsubstituted primary alkyl(ether)amine or N-substituted primary alkyl(ether)amine is 2EO cocoamine, the weight ratio of 9EO tallowamine or 10EO tallowamine to 2EO cocoamine is not 65:35, and/orwhen the peaked distribution polyalkoxylated alkyl(ether)amine is 9EO tallowamine and the unsubstituted primary alkyl ...

HOMOGENEOUS GAS-EVOLVING COMPOSITION

A homogeneous gas-evolving composition is provided that includes an acid, a gas-evolving acid neutralizing agent, and at least one of an inorganic carbonate, inorganic bicarbonate, alkaline peroxide, or alkaline azide. A water-soluble desiccant is homogeneously intermixed with the acid and the gas-evolving acid neutralizing agent. The desiccant is present in an amount able to absorb ambient moisture equivalent to at least 0.01 total weight percent of the composition before gas evolution of more than 50% of the theoretical gas evolution available from the composition. To confer storage stability, the acid, the gas-evolving acid neutralizing agent, and water-soluble desiccant cumulatively have a water content of less than 1 total weight percent water. Through appropriate selection of a desiccant or inclusion of a surfactant foaming agent, the composition foams upon drenching with water. The composition is particularly well suited for consistent usage of glyphosate herbicide. Plant growth inhibition is provided by wetting a plant with water and then applying the composition onto the plant. After allowing sufficient time, the composition absorbs the water and evolves gas, thereby spreading herbicide on the plant preferential to surrounding soil. 1. A homogeneous gas-evolving composition comprising:an acid;a gas-evolving acid neutralizing agent of at least one of an inorganic carbonate, inorganic bicarbonate, alkaline peroxide, or alkaline azide; anda water-soluble desiccant homogeneously intermixed with said acid and said gas-evolving acid neutralizing agent;said water-soluble desiccant present in an amount able to absorb an ambient moisture equivalent to at least 0.01 total weight percent of the composition as formed before gas evolution of more than 50% of the theoretical composition;said acid, said gas-evolving neutralizing agent, and said water-soluble desiccant cumulatively having less than 1 total weight percent water.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said ...

COMPOSITION IN THE FORM OF LIQUID FOR MAINTENANANCE OF CONTACT LENSES AND MEDICAL MATERIALS

The invention relates to a composition, particularly in the form of liquid to be used externally as a rinsing contact lenses, containing nanocrystalline photocatalyst active in visible light, and optionally hydrogen peroxide. 2. The composition according to claim 1 , which is a colloidal solution having surface-modified titanium dioxide nanoparticles smaller than 100 nm as a dispersed phase claim 1 , and the solution of hydrogen peroxide as the dispersing medium.3. The composition according to claim 1 , characterized in that it shows visible light absorption in the wavelength range (λ) of not less than approximately 400 nm to about 600 nm claim 1 , preferably up to about 700 nm claim 1 , and ultraviolet light absorption (λ<400 nm).4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the organic compound is a compound selected from the group consisting of: phthalic acid claim 1 , 4-sulfophthalic acid claim 1 , 4-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid claim 1 , 3-hydroxy-2-naphthylic acid claim 1 , salicylic acid claim 1 , 6-hydroxysalicylic acid claim 1 , 5-hydroxysalicylic acid claim 1 , 5-sulfosalicylic acid claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,5-dinitrosalicylic acid claim 1 , disodium salt of 1 claim 1 ,4-dihydroxy-1 claim 1 ,3-benzenedisulfonic acid claim 1 , gallic acid claim 1 , pyrogallol claim 1 , 2 claim 1 ,3-naphthalenediol claim 1 , 4-methylcatechol claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,5-di-tert-butylcatechol claim 1 , p-nitrocatechol claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,4-dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine (DOPA) claim 1 , rutin and ascorbic acid.5. The composition according to claim 2 , characterized in that it exhibits stability in aqueous solution with a pH of about 7 claim 2 , and wherein the organic compound is a compound selected from the group consisting of: disodium salt of 4 claim 2 ,5-dihydroxybenzene-1 claim 2 ,3-disulfonic acid claim 2 , rutin and ascorbic acid.6. The composition according to claim 1 , further comprising a buffer system claim 1 , preferably isotonic claim 1 , to maintain the pH in a ...

Neutral, Stable and Transparent Photocatalytic Titanium Dioxide Sols

A method for preparing a neutral, stable and transparent photocatalytic titanium dioxide sol is provided. The method comprises (1) contacting an alkaline titanium dioxide sol with an alkaline peptizing agent to provide a peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol; (2) neutralizing the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol; and (3) obtaining or collecting the neutral, stable and transparent photocatalytic titanium dioxide sol. The titanium dioxide sol is stable and transparent over a range of pH of about 7.0 to about 9.5. The titanium dioxide sol may include crystallites of titanium dioxide having an average particle size of less than about 10 nm with at least 90% of the crystallites being in the anatase form. 1. A method for preparing a neutral , stable and transparent photocatalytic titanium dioxide sol , comprising the steps of:(1) reacting a hydrous titanium dioxide gel with an alkaline peptizing agent to provide a peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol;(2) neutralizing the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol; and(3) obtaining the neutral, stable and transparent photocatalytic titanium dioxide sol.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol is neutralized by boiling.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol is neutralized by mixing hydrogen peroxide with the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol is neutralized by mixing an acid compound with the peptized alkaline titanium dioxide sol.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the acid compound is selected from the group consisting of a first acid compound claim 4 , a second acid compound and combinations thereof.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the first acid compound is selected from the group consisting of a mineral acid claim 5 , an organic acid and combinations thereof.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the mineral acid is phosphoric acid claim 6 , and wherein the ...

Use of Adjuvants to Improve Abscisic Acid Performance

This invention relates to the use of selected adjuvants to improve the performance of S-(+)-abscisic acid (S-ABA, ABA) or ABA salts on plants. 1. A method for enhancing and extending the time of transpiration inhibition of abscisic acid (ABA) or salts thereof on plants by applying a composition comprising from about 0.1 ppm to about 1000 ppm of ABA or salts thereof and from about 0.01% w/w to about 0.5% w/w of at least one surfactant selected from the group consisting of Brij 58 , Brij 76 , Brij 78 , Brij 98 , Agral 90 and Latron B-1956 (a phthalic/glycol alkyl resin) to plants.2. The method of wherein the composition further comprises a fertilizer.3. The method of wherein the surfactant is selected from the group consisting of Brij 98 claim 1 , Agral 90 and Latron B-1956.4. The method of wherein the fertilizer is a nitrogen-containing fertilizer selected from the group consisting of urea claim 2 , ammonium nitrate and ammonium sulfate.5. The method of wherein the fertilizer is urea.6. The method of wherein the surfactant is selected from Brij 76 claim 1 , Brij 78 claim 1 , and Brij 98.7. The method of wherein the surfactant is Brij 98.8. A method for enhancing and extending the time of transpiration inhibition of ABA or salts thereof on plants by applying a composition comprising from about 0.1 ppm to about 1000 ppm of ABA or salts thereof claim 6 , from about 0.01% w/w to about 0.5% w/w of Brij 98 claim 6 , and a fertilizer to plants.9. The method of wherein the fertilizer is a nitrogen-containing fertilizer selected from the group consisting of urea claim 8 , ammonium nitrate and ammonium sulfate.10. The method of wherein the fertilizer is urea.11. A method for enhancing and extending the time of transpiration inhibition of abscisic acid (ABA) or salts thereof on plants by applying a composition comprising from about 0.1 ppm to about 125 ppm of ABA or salts thereof and from about 0.01% w/w to about 0.5% w/w of at least one surfactant selected from the group ...

Composition having biocide activity for aqueous preparations

The present invention refers to a process for bacterial stabilizing aqueous preparations like e.g. calcium carbonate slurries and a composition which can be used for the biocidal treatment of such aqueous preparations.

Compound for Photoacid Generator, Resist Composition Using the Same, and Pattern-Forming Method

A sulfonic acid onium salt represented by the following formula (1) useful as a superior radiosensitive acid generator for resist compositions. It is possible to form a good pattern by using a resist composition containing this sulfonic acid onium salt corresponding to the formula (1): 5. A photoacid generator containing a fluorine-containing sulfonic acid onium salt according to .9. A resist composition according to claim 7 , wherein the base resin is a polymer prepared by polymerizing at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of olefins claim 7 , fluorine-containing olefins claim 7 , acrylates claim 7 , methacrylates claim 7 , fluorine-containing acrylates claim 7 , fluorine-containing methacrylates claim 7 , norbornene compounds claim 7 , fluorine-containing norbornene compounds claim 7 , styrene-series compounds claim 7 , fluorine-containing styrene-series compounds claim 7 , vinyl ethers and fluorine-containing vinyl ethers claim 7 , or copolymer prepared by copolymerizing at least two of the above monomers.11. A pattern-forming method characterized in containing the step of applying a resist composition according to on a substrate claim 7 , the step of exposing to a high energy ray having a wavelength of 300 nm or less through a photomask after a heating treatment claim 7 , and the step of developing using a developing solution claim 7 , after a heat treatment according to need.12. A pattern-forming method according to claim 11 , wherein said method is an immersion lithography in which an ArF excimer laser of a wavelength of 193 nm is used claim 11 , and in which water is inserted between wafer and a projector lens.13. Triphenylsulfonium 2-valeryloxy-1 claim 11 ,1-difluoroethanesulfonate. This application is a continuation of co-pending application Ser. No. 12/527,362, which is the US national stage of international application no. PCT/JP2008/052410, filed Feb. 14, 2008, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. Priority ...

Suppression of Foliar and Soilborne Pathogens

Disclosed herein is a method for increasing the production of crops, particularly wheat and soybean, using herbicide resistant cultivars. In one aspect of this method, the method increases crop yield by diminishing the impact of the root diseases caused by Gaeumannomyces and Rhizoctonia species by treating the crop with an herbicide, in particular glyphosate. In another aspect the method for treating crops reduces the effects foliar pathogens and diseases, particularly fungal pathogens, such as rusts, including soybean rust, stem rust, stripe rust and leaf rust.

Use Of A N-Vinyllactam / Vinylimidazol Copolymer As Dispersing Agent

The present invention relates to a use of a copolymer comprising N-vinyllactam, and vinylimidazol or a quaternized vinylimidazol in polymerized form as dispersing agent in an aqueous composition containing a water-insoluble pesticide. Further on, it relates to an aqueous composition which contains a copolymer comprising in polymerized form at least 20 mol % N-vinyllactam, and at least 1 mol % vinylimidazol or a quaternized vinylimidazol, a water-insoluble pesticide, and a dissolved salt. The invention also relates to a method for preparing the said composition by mixing water, the water-insoluble pesticide, the salt and the copolymer. Another subject is a method for controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired plant growth and/or undesired attack by insects or mites and/or for regulating the growth of plants, where said composition is allowed to act on the particular pests, their habitat or the plants to be protected from the particular pest, the soil and/or on undesired plants and/or the useful plants and/or their habitat.

BORON-CONTAINING SMALL MOLECULES

This invention provides novel compounds, methods of using the compounds, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds. 2. The compound of claim 1 , or a salt thereof claim 1 , whereinY is hydrogen, fluoro, or chloro;{'sup': '1', 'Ris phenyl substituted 2-3 times with the same or different of chloro or fluoro;'}{'sup': '2', 'Ris trifluoromethyl; and'}{'sup': 3a', '3b', '3a', '3b, 'Rand Rare the same and are selected from hydrogen, methyl, ethyl, fluoromethyl, or Rand Rcombine with the carbon to which they are attached to form a cyclopentyl ring.'}10. The compound of claim 9 , or a salt thereof claim 9 , wherein Y is hydrogen claim 9 , Rand Rare each methyl claim 9 , Ris chloro claim 9 , Ris chloro or fluoro; and Ris chloro.11. The compound of claim 1 , or a salt thereof claim 1 , wherein the compound isN-((1-Hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-5-yl)methyl)-2-methyl-4-(5-(3,4,5-trichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)benzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-((1-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-5-yl)methyl)-2-methylbenzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichloro-4-fluorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-((1-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-5-yl)methyl)-2-methylbenzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-((1-hydroxy-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-6-yl)methyl)-2-methylbenzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-(2-((1-hydroxy-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-6-yl)methylamino)-2-oxoethyl)-2-methylbenzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-((1-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-6-yl)methyl)-2-methyl benzamide;4-(5-(3,5-Dichlorophenyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazol-3-yl)-N-((1-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-1,3-dihydrobenzo[c][1,2]oxaborol-6-yl)methyl)-N,2-dimethylbenzamide;N-((1-Hydroxy-3,3- ...

SYNERGISTIC COMPOSITION

A synergistic composition comprising a THP salt and a biopenetrant, in which the biopenetrant comprises a polymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a copolymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid with a sulphonic acid, said polymer or copolymer being terminated by a mono- or diphosphonated unsaturated carboxylic acid group or having such monomers incorporated into the polymer backbone. This composition acts synergistically to enhance the biocidal efficacy of the THP salt against both planktonic (free-swimming) and sessile (attached) bacteria, and also acts synergistically to enhance the efficacy of the THP salt in the dissolution of iron sulphide scale. 120.-. (canceled)21. A synergistic composition comprising: (i) a THP salt and (ii) a biopenetrant , wherein the biopenetrant comprises a polymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a copolymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid with a sulphonic acid , said polymer or copolymer being terminated by a mono- or di-phosphonated unsaturated carboxylic acid group or having such monomers incorporated into the polymer backbone.22. A composition according to claim 21 , wherein the THP salt is tetrakis(hydroxymethyl) phosphonium sulphate.23. A composition according to claim 21 , wherein the THP salt is tetrakis (hydroxymethyl) phosphonium phosphite claim 21 , bromide claim 21 , fluoride claim 21 , chloride claim 21 , phosphate claim 21 , carbonate claim 21 , acetate claim 21 , formate claim 21 , citrate claim 21 , borate or silicate.24. A composition according to claim 21 , wherein the biopenetrant comprises a polymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a copolymer of an unsaturated carboxylic acid with a sulphonic acid claim 21 , said polymer or copolymer being either terminated by vinyiphosphonic acid (VPA) or vinylidene-1 claim 21 ,1-diphosphonic acid (VDPA) or having such monomers incorporated into the polymer backbone.25. A composition according to claim 21 , wherein the polymer or copolymer of the biopenetrant is a ...

Antimicrobial Composition Including a Residual Barrier Film

This disclosure describes example antimicrobial compositions that may be used in combination with IV port cleansing caps, protective caps, or nasal decolonizer devices. According to another implementations, the disclosure describes that the antimicrobial composition may provide an indication that it has come into contact with a contaminant by bubbling or foam on a surface that is being cleaned. According to another implementation, the disclosure describes that the antimicrobial composition may leave a residual film or barrier to inhibit the recontamination of a surface that has been cleaned. 1. A method comprising:identifying a surface to be decontaminated; a cap device comprising a cylindrical cavity, the cylindrical cavity having a foam insert or a nasal decolonizer device comprising a reservoir; and', 'an antimicrobial composition within the foam insert of the cap device or reservoir of the nasal decolonizer device, wherein the antimicrobial composition comprises water, an alcohol, a peroxide or peroxide-generating agent and a chelating agent; and, 'applying a medical applicator to the surface, wherein the medical applicator comprisesreceiving an indication that the antimicrobial composition has come in contact with one or more contaminants on the surface.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the one or more contaminants comprises at least one of one or more of a bacterium claim 1 , a spore claim 1 , a parasite claim 1 , a virus claim 1 , bodily fluid or a combination thereof.3. The method as recited in claim 2 , wherein the one or more contaminants includes staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) claim 2 , Pseudomonas aeruginosa or other resistant bacteria.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial composition further comprises:about 5 to about 50 mg/ml of ethlyenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA);at most about 70% ethanol, by volume;at most about 7.5% hydrogen peroxide, by volume; andwater.5. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the ...

COMPOSITIONS FOR ALGAE TREATMENT IN RECIRCULATING AND STAGNANT WATER SYSTEMS

The present invention provides a composition for treating recirculating or stagnant water. The composition contains a phosphorus-containing compound, which is metaphosphate compound, a polyphosphoric acid or a polyphosphate, and one or more zinc compounds. The phosphorus-containing compound is a compound which is not readily hydrolyzable to an orthophosphate. 1. A composition for treating recirculating or stagnant water , said composition comprisinga phosphorus-containing compound selected from the group consisting of metaphosphate compound, a polyphosphoric acid and a polyphosphate; andone or more water soluble zinc compounds,wherein the phosphorus-containing compound is a compound which is not readily hydrolyzable to an orthophosphate.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc compound and the phosphorus-containing compound are present in a weight ratio of zinc compound to phosphorus-containing compound in the range of 10:1 to 1:100.3. The composition of according to claim 2 , wherein zinc compound and the phosphorus-containing compound are present in a weight ratio of zinc compound to phosphorus-containing compound in the range of 2:1 to 1:20.4. The composition according to claim 3 , wherein the zinc compound and the phosphorus-containing compound are present in a weight ratio of zinc compound to phosphorus-containing compound in the range of 1:1 to 1:7.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the phosphorous-containing compound is a metaphosphate compound.6. The composition according to claim 5 , wherein the metaphosphate compound is selected from the group consisting of a sodium claim 5 , potassium claim 5 , calcium or aluminum salts of trimetaphosphate claim 5 , a hexametaphosphate claim 5 , and a polyphosphate.7. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the phosphorous-containing compound comprises sodium hexametaphosphate.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said zinc compound comprises zinc oxide claim 1 , zinc hydroxide or ...

SUB-MICRON COMPOSITIONS

The invention relates to sub-micron compositions, and methods of preparing such compositions, in particular for the treatment of substrates against biological degradation biological pests. 1. A method of preparing a composition comprising sub-micron particles , containing or coated with an active agent(s) , the method comprising at least the steps of:a) (i) dispersing sub-micron particles in a solvent(s);(ii) adding to the dispersion, a formulation containing the active agent(s) dissolved in a suitable solvent in a manner sufficient to achieve substantial uniformity of the mixture (or vice versa); orb) dispersing sub-micron particles in a solvent(s) whilst concurrently or sequentially dissolving an active agent in said solvent in a manner sufficient to achieve substantial uniformity of the mixture; andc) altering the physicochemical environment within the dispersion to cause the active agent to fall out of solution as a sub-micron layer in or on the sub-micron particles.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the active agent is a biocide claim 1 , colouring agent or a water repellent agent or a mixture thereof.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the alteration in the physicochemical environment can be by one or more of; change in pH claim 1 , introduction of another moiety which reacts with the active agent to cause precipitation claim 1 , heating which can change the isoelectric point claim 1 , heating which can remove sufficient solvent such that the solubility product of the active agent is exceeded claim 1 , addition of a non-solvent of the active agent to cause precipitation or addition of a solute which causes precipitation of the active agent.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the physicochemical environment is altered while agitating the result of step (a) (ii) or (b) such that the active agent precipitates as a sub-micron layer on the sub-micron particles and/or within any porosity in the sub-micron particles.5. The method according ...

SYNERGISTIC HERBICIDAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING PENOXSULAM AND GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM

A synergistic mixture of penoxsulam and glufosinate-ammonium controls weeds in crops, e.g., vineyards, orchards, perennial plantation crops, rice, corn, cereals, sorghum, soybeans, cotton, sunflower, oilseed rape, vegetables, turf, range and pasture, industrial vegetation management (IVM), rights-of-way and in any glufosinate-ammonium and/or ALS (acetolactate synthase)-tolerant crops. 1. A synergistic herbicidal composition comprising a herbicidally effective amount of (a) penoxsulam and (b) glufosinate-ammonium.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of penoxsulam to glufosinate-ammonium is from 1:400 to 3:1.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of penoxsulam to glufosinate-ammonium is from 1:200 to 1.5:1.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of penoxsulam to glufosinate-ammonium is from 1:1.75 to 1:112.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of penoxsulam to glufosinate-ammonium is from 1:3.5 to 1:56.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises an agriculturally acceptable adjuvant or carrier.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises water.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is synergistic as determined by the Colby equation.9. A method of controlling undesirable vegetation comprising{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, '(a) contacting the vegetation or area adjacent to the vegetation with the composition of or'}{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, '(b) pre-emergently applying the composition of to soil or water.'}10. The method of claim 1 , wherein method comprises contacting the vegetation or area adjacent to the vegetation with the composition of .11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition is the composition of .12. The method of claim 1 , wherein method comprises pre-emergently applying the composition of to soil or water.13. The method of claim 1 , wherein the composition is ...

PLANT DISEASE CONTROLLING COMPOSITION AND USE THEREOF

A plant disease controlling composition is provided containing a pyridazine compound represented by formula (I): 2. The plant disease controlling composition according to claim 1 , wherein a weight ratio of the pyridazine compound to the azole compound is in a range of 0.1/1 to 10/1.4. The method for controlling plant diseases according to claim 3 , wherein a weight ratio of the pyridazine compound to the azole compound is in a range of 0.1/1 to 10/1.5. The method for controlling plant diseases according to claim 3 , wherein the plant or soil for growing a plant is wheat or soil for growing wheat.6. The method for controlling plant diseases according to claim 4 , wherein the plant or soil for growing a plant is wheat or soil for growing wheat. The present invention relates to a plant disease controlling composition and use thereof.Conventionally, many compounds for controlling plant diseases have been developed and put into practical use (see, for example, Patent Literature 1, Patent Literature 2).An object of the present invention is to provide a composition having an excellent efficacy in controlling plant diseases.The present invention primarily provides a plant disease controlling composition containing a pyridazine compound represented by the following formula (I) and at least one azole compound selected from the following group (A). The composition has an excellent efficacy in controlling plant diseases.More specifically, the present invention is as follows.[1] A plant disease controlling composition, containing a pyridazine compound represented by formula (I):wherein Rrepresents a chlorine atom, a bromine atom, a cyano group or a methyl group, and Rrepresents a hydrogen atom or a fluorine atom, and at least one azole compound selected from Group (A).Group consisting of propiconazole, prothioconazole, triadimenol, prochloraz, penconazole, tebuconazole, flusilazole, diniconazole, bromuconazole, epoxiconazole, difenoconazole, cyproconazole, metconazole, ...

FOAMING ALCOHOL COMPOSITIONS WITH SELECTED DIMETHICONE SURFACTANTS

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. 1. A non-aerosol foaming antimicrobial composition comprising:a) a foaming agent comprising a PEG-8 linear dimethicone surfactant;{'sub': 2', '4, 'b) a Cto Calcohol; and'}c) water.2. The composition of wherein said Cto Calcohol is in an amount of from about 50 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of said composition.3. The antimicrobial composition of claim 1 , further comprising from about 0.01 to about 20 wt. % of a skin conditioner.4. The antimicrobial composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is free of an additional surfactant.5. The antimicrobial composition of claim 1 , further comprising from about 0.005 to about 5 wt. % of a terpenoid.6. The antimicrobial composition of claim 4 , wherein said skin conditioner is selected from the group consisting of ethylhexylglycerin claim 4 , hydroxyethylurea claim 4 , urea claim 4 , panthenol claim 4 , glycerin claim 4 , isopropyl myristate claim 4 , propylene glycol claim 4 , tocopheryl acetate claim 4 , polyquaternium-11 and mixtures thereof.7. A non-aerosol foaming antimicrobial composition comprising:a) a foaming agent comprising a PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant;{'sub': 2', '4, 'b) a Cto Calcohol; and'}c) water.8. The composition of wherein said Cto Calcohol is in an amount of from about 50 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of said composition.9. The antimicrobial composition of claim 7 , further comprising from about 0.01 to about 20 wt. % of a skin conditioner.10. The antimicrobial composition of claim 7 , wherein the composition is free of an additional surfactant.11. The antimicrobial composition of claim 7 , further comprising from about 0.005 to about 5 wt. % of a terpenoid.12. The antimicrobial composition ...

EPOXYSILICONE CONDENSATE, CURABLE COMPOSITION COMPRISING CONDENSATE, AND CURED PRODUCT THEREOF

There is provided an epoxy group-containing silicone condensate that yields cured products with excellent transparency, thermal resistance and gas barrier properties. An epoxysilicone condensate which is the product of hydrolytic condensation of an epoxy group-containing alkoxysilane compound represented by formula (1): 2. The epoxysilicone condensate according to claim 1 , wherein Rto Rin formula (1) are all hydrogen.3. A curable composition comprising the epoxysilicone condensate according to .4. A cured product of the curable composition according to .5. An optical element comprising the cured product according to as an encapsulant.6. An electronic component comprising the cured product according to as an encapsulant.7. A curable composition comprising the epoxysilicone condensate according to .8. A cured product of the curable composition according to .9. An optical element comprising the cured product according to as an encapsulant.10. An electronic component comprising the cured product according to as an encapsulant. The present invention relates to an epoxysilicone condensate with an alicyclic epoxy group in the molecule, a curable composition comprising the condensate, and a cured product thereof.Epoxy resins have been commonly used in the past as encapsulants for light emitting diode (LED) elements and semiconductor chips, from the viewpoint of adhesion with the substrates on which such parts are mounted, as well as toughness and gas barrier properties.When epoxy resins are used as encapsulants, however, the thermal resistance and light resistance of such resins being inadequate, coloration of the encapsulant is observed with blue and white LEDs that have high heat release and light energy, and thus the performance of such LED elements is significantly reduced.Much research is therefore being conducted on the use of silicone resins with excellent thermal resistance and light resistance, as LED encapsulants (see Patent Documents 1 and 2, for example). ...

COMPOSITIONS OF DIBROMOMALANOMIDE AND THEIR USE AS BIOCIDES

A biocidal composition comprising 2,2-dibromomalonamide and a metal selected from silver, copper, and mixtures thereof, and its use for the control of microorganisms in aqueous and water-containing systems. 1. A biocidal composition comprising: 2 ,2-dibromomalonamide and a metal selected from the group consisting of silver , copper , and mixtures thereof.2. A composition according to wherein the weight ratio of 2 claim 1 ,2-dibromomalonamide to the metal is between about 1000:1 and about 1:100.32. A composition according to any one of - wherein the metal comprises silver and the weight ratio of 2 claims 1 ,2-dibromomalonamide to the metal is between about 800:1 and about 1:1.42. A composition according to any one of - wherein the metal comprises copper and the weight ratio of 2 claims 1 ,2-dibromomalonamide to the metal is between about 100:1 and about 1:1.53. A composition according to any one of - wherein the metal is silver and the silver is provided from an inorganic or organic source selected from: silver acetate claims 1 , silver acetylacetonate claims 1 , silver arsenate claims 1 , silver benzoate claims 1 , silver bromate claims 1 , silver bromide claims 1 , silver carbonate claims 1 , silver chlorate claims 1 , silver chloride claims 1 , silver chromate claims 1 , silver citrate hydrate claims 1 , silver cyanate claims 1 , silver cyclohexanebutyrate claims 1 , silver fluoride claims 1 , silver heptafluorobutyrate claims 1 , silver hexafluoroantimonate claims 1 , silver hexafluoroarsenate claims 1 , silver hexafluorophosphate claims 1 , silver hydrogen fluoride claims 1 , silver iodate claims 1 , silver iodide claims 1 , silver lactate claims 1 , silver metavanadate claims 1 , silver methanesulfonate claims 1 , silver methenamine claims 1 , silver molybdate claims 1 , silver nitrate claims 1 , silver nitrite claims 1 , silver oxide claims 1 , silver pentafluoropropionate claims 1 , silver perchlorate hydrate claims 1 , silver perchlorate monohydrate claims 1 ...

HERBICIDAL COMPOSITION

Disclosed is a herbicidal composition. The herbicidal composition comprises flumioxazin, saflufenacil, and glyphosate or a salt thereof. 1. A herbicidal composition comprising flumioxazin , saflufenacil , and glyphosate or a salt thereof.2. The herbicidal composition according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of flumioxazin to saflufenacil is from 1:0.02 to 1:30.3. The herbicidal composition according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of flumioxazin to glyphosate or a salt thereof is from 1:0.2 to 1:200 in terms of the weight of glyphosate.4. The herbicidal composition according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the salt of glyphosate is a potassium salt claim 1 , a sodium salt claim 1 , an isopropylamine salt claim 1 , a trimesium salt claim 1 , an ammonium salt claim 1 , a diammonium salt or a guanidine derivative salt.5. The herbicidal composition according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the salt of glyphosate is a potassium salt.6. A method for controlling weeds claim 1 , which comprises applying an effective amount of flumioxazin claim 1 , saflufenacil claim 1 , and glyphosate or a salt thereof to soil or weeds in a place where the weeds grow or will grow.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the weight ratio of flumioxazin to saflufenacil is from 1:0.02 to 1:30.8. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the weight ratio of flumioxazin to glyphosate or a salt thereof is within a range from 1:0.2 to 1:200 in terms of the weight of glyphosate.9. The method according to any one of to claim 6 , wherein the salt of glyphosate is a potassium salt claim 6 , a sodium salt claim 6 , an isopropylamine salt claim 6 , a trimesium salt claim 6 , an ammonium salt claim 6 , a diammonium salt or a guanidine derivative salt.10. The method according to any one of to claim 6 , wherein the salt of glyphosate is a potassium salt.11. The method according to claim 6 , which is a method for controlling weeds in a soybean field and a corn field.12. The method ...

Cyclic di-GMP-II Riboswitches, Motifs, and Compounds, and Methods for Their Use

Disclosed are compositions and methods involving cyclic di-GMP—responsive Riboswitches and cyclic di-GMP-II motifs. 1. A method of altering gene expression , the method comprisingbringing into contact a compound and a cell, wherein the cell comprises a gene encoding an RNA comprising a cyclic di-GMP-responsive riboswitch, wherein the riboswitch comprises a cyclic di-GMP-II motif.2. The method of any of claim 1 , wherein the cell has been identified as being in need of altered gene expression.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell is a bacterial cell.4Clostridium. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell is a cell.5. The method claim 3 , wherein the compound kills or inhibits the growth of the bacterial cell.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound and the cell are brought into contact by administering the compound to a subject.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the cell is a bacterial cell in the subject claim 6 , wherein the compound kills or inhibits the growth of the bacterial cell.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the subject has a bacterial infection.9. The method of claim 6 , wherein the compound is administered in combination with another antimicrobial compound.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound inhibits bacterial growth in a biofilm.11. A regulatable gene expression construct comprisinga nucleic acid molecule encoding an RNA comprising a riboswitch operably linked to a coding region, wherein the riboswitch regulates expression of the RNA, wherein the riboswitch and coding region are heterologous, wherein the riboswitch is a cyclic di-GMP-responsive riboswitch, wherein the riboswitch comprises a cyclic di-GMP-II motif.12. The construct of claim 11 , wherein the riboswitch comprises an aptamer domain and an expression platform domain claim 11 , wherein the aptamer domain and the expression platform domain are heterologous claim 11 , wherein the aptamer is comprised of the cyclic di-GMP-II motif.12. (canceled)13. The construct of ...

Insect Control Composition

A composition that attracts insects and which is sufficiently ingested by the insects as to kill the insects, the composition having a boron-containing compound; a saccharide, and a solvent. The composition optionally includes a preservative, at least one organic acid, or an alkali or an alkaline earth sale thereof, and optionally at least one hygroscopic agent. 1. A diluted insect control composition including:from about 0.1 to about 10 percent, by weight, of a boron-containing compound;from about 1 to about 35 percent, by weight, of a saccharide;from about 10 to about 97 percent, by weight, of at least one solvent;optionally, from about 0.1 to about 3 percent, by weight, of a preservative selected from the group consisting of sodium metabisulfate, potassium metabisulfate, and mixtures thereof;optionally, from about 0.05 to about 3 percent, by weight, of at least one organic acid, or an alkali or an alkaline earth salt thereof; andoptionally, from about 0.5 to about 10 percent, by weight, of at least one hygroscopic agent, wherein all percentages are based on the composition in diluted form as diluted by the presence of the solvent.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one boron-containing compound comprises at least one compound selected from the group consisting of orthoboric acid claim 1 , metaboric acid claim 1 , boric oxide claim 1 , sodium borates claim 1 , potassium borates claim 1 , lithium borates claim 1 , boron esters claim 1 , boronic or boronic acids and mixtures thereof.3. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the at least one boron-containing compound comprises sodium tetraborate decahydrate.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one solvent comprises water.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one organic acid claim 1 , alkali or alkaline earth salt comprises sodium propionate.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the saccharide comprises at least a sugar selected from the group consisting of sucrose ...

SPRAY DRIFT REDUCTION AGENTS COMPRISING LOW HYDROPHILIC-LIPOPHILIC BALANCE SURFACTANTS

Embodiments of the present invention disclose using low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance surfactants as spray drift reduction agents and methods of using such agents. 1) A spray drift reduction agent comprising a low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance surfactant.2) A pesticidal composition to reduce spray drift that comprises one or more active ingredients and one or more low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance surfactants.3) A composition of wherein the one or more active ingredients comprise a herbicide.4) A composition of wherein the one or more active ingredients comprise an insecticide.5) A composition of wherein the one or more active ingredients comprise a fungicide.6) A method of reducing spray drift comprising providing a composition for spraying that comprises a pesticide and a low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance surfactant and spraying the composition.7) A method of reducing spray drift comprising:adding a surfactant to a spray mixture; and,spraying the spray mixture at a temperature above the surfactant's cloud point as measured in the spray mixture.8) A spray composition comprising a blend of two or more surfactants wherein the blend has a low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance.9) A method of producing a spray drift reduction composition comprising blending a low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance surfactant with a second surfactant to produce a blend with a low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance. This invention relates generally to drift reduction agents for use in agricultural applications, but may also be applied in other applications where it is beneficial to reduce off-target deposition.Spray drift may be defined as the physical movement of airborne spray particles through the air at the time of application or soon thereafter to any off-target site. In the agricultural context, formulations with greater spray drift characteristics are typically unfavorable because less of the formulation interacts with the target site. To counteract spray drift, drift reduction agents are ...

Novel biocide composition

The present invention relates to a novel biocide composition for use in gravity fed water purification devices and suitable for purifying water for drinking purposes and a process for preparing the novel biocide composition. The biocide tablet composition comprises one or more halogenated 5, 5-dialkylhydantoin compound; a chlorine biocide compound selected from trichloroisocyanuric acid (TCCA) or sodium dichloroisocyanurate (NaDCC) or mixtures thereof; 0.1-1.0% water soluble boron containing compound; wherein the ratio between the halogenated 5, 5-dialkylhydantoin compound and chlorine biocide compound is in the range 85:15 to 65:35 and the average particle size of the halogenated 5, 5-dialkylhydantoin compound and chlorine biocide compound is in the range 400 to1200 microns.

HYPERHALOGENS AND HIGHLY ELECTRONEGATIVE COMPOSITIONS

Hyperhalogens, a new class of highly electronegative species, are now invented. A hyperhalogen is a superhalogen-containing composition in which the electron affinity (EA) of the hyperhalogen is even larger than that of the superhalogens they are composed of. Novel production methods are provided in which highly electronegative species are produced by surrounding a central metal atom by superhalogen moieties. 1. A hyperhalogen , comprising:a metal core;at least one superhalogen associated with said metal core, wherein the hyperhalogen composition has an EA higher than an EA of the at least one superhalogen included therein.2. The hyperhalogen of claim 1 , wherein the at least one superhalogen includes a plurality of superhalogens which may be the same or different and each of which is associated with said metal.3. The hyperhalogen of wherein the hyperhalogen has an EA higher than an EA of any superhalogen included therein.4. The hyperhalogen of claim 2 , wherein the EA of the hyperhalogen is at least 1 eV higher than the EA of the at least one superhalogen.5. The hyperhalogen of wherein said metal core is Au-based.6. The hyperhalogen of wherein said metal core is Cu-based.7. An electronegative composition comprising BO2 and having an EA of substantially greater than 4.32 eV.8. The electronegative composition of claim 7 , wherein the EA is 5.54 eV.9. A stable ternary nanocluster comprising superhalogen units as blocking blocks claim 7 , wherein the nanocluster has an electron affinity larger than an electron affinity of any superhalogen making up the nanocluster.10. The stable ternary nanocluster of further comprising a central metal core.11. The composition of claim 10 , wherein the central metal core is Au or Cu.12. The composition of claim 1 , formulated in a product selected from the group consisting of a disinfectant claim 1 , an air cleaner and a mood enhancer.13. A method of obtaining an increased EA for a superhalogen building block claim 1 , comprising:{'b': ...

HERBICIDAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING FLUROXYPYR AND GLYPHOSATE

Herbicidal compositions containing fluoroxypyr and glyphosate. 1. A herbicidal composition comprising a herbicidally effective amount of (a) fluoroxypyr or salt or ester thereof and (b) glyphosate or salt or ester thereof.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein (a) is fluoroxypyr meptyl and (b) is glyphosate ammonium.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio of fluoroxypyr or salt or ester thereof to glyphosate or salt or ester thereof is from 2:1 to 1:40.4. The composition of claim 3 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio is from 1:1 to 1:20.5. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio is from 1:2.5 to 1:10.6. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio of fluoroxypyr meptyl to glyphosate ammonium is from 2:1 to 1:40.7. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio of fluoroxypyr meptyl to glyphosate ammonium is from 1:1 to 1:20.8. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the carboxylic acid equivalent weight ratio of fluoroxypyr meptyl to glyphosate ammonium is from 1:2.5 to 1:10.9. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a safener.10. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising one or more additional herbicides.11. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises an agriculturally acceptable adjuvant or carrier.12. A method of treating undesirable vegetation comprising contacting the vegetation claim 1 , locus of the vegetation claim 1 , soil claim 1 , or water a herbicidally effective amount of the composition of .13. A method of treating undesirable vegetation comprising contacting the vegetation claim 8 , locus of the vegetation claim 8 , soil claim 8 , or water a herbicidally effective amount of the composition of .14. A method of treating undesirable vegetation comprising contacting the vegetation claim 8 , locus of the vegetation claim 8 , soil claim 8 , or water ...

CHIMERIC GENE WITH SEVERAL HERBICIDE TOLERANCE GENES, PLANT CELL AND PLANT RESISTANT TO SEVERAL HERBICIDES

Methods for producing plants with multiple herbicide resistance are provided, in which the plants contain at least two basic genes, the first basic gene comprising a coding sequence encoding a mutated HPPD, and the second basic gene encoding an enzyme conferring on plants tolerance to a herbicide. Methods for herbicidal treatment of plants are also provided. 1. A process for producing plants with multiple herbicide tolerance by transgenesis of the plants , comprisinginserting into several cells respectively one of at least two basic genes, the basic genes each containing regulatory elements necessary for its transcription in plants and a coding sequence encoding an enzyme conferring on plants tolerance to a herbicide, wherein said at least two basic genes comprise first and second basic genes, said first basic gene comprising a coding sequence encoding a mutated HPPD and said second basic gene comprising a second coding sequence encoding an enzyme conferring on plants tolerance to a herbicide;regenerating plants from said cells; andcrossing said plants in order to obtain plants with multiple tolerance to field application rates of said herbicides.2. A process for the herbicidal treatment of plants comprising applying at least two herbicides at field application rates to a plant comprising at least two basic genes comprising first and second basic genes , said first basic gene comprising regulatory elements necessary for its transcription in plants and a coding sequence encoding a mutated HPPD , and said second basic gene comprising regulatory elements necessary for its transcription in plants and a second coding sequence encoding an enzyme conferring on plants tolerance to a herbicide.3. The process according to claim 2 , characterized in that three herbicides are applied.4. The process according to claim 2 , characterized in that one of the herbicides is an HPPD inhibitor.5. The process according to claim 2 , characterized in that both herbicides are applied ...

Plant Health Compositions Comprising a Water-Soluble Pesticide and a Water-Insoluble Agrochemical

Compositions for improving plant health, the compositions comprising at least one water-soluble pesticide and at least one non-herbicidal water-insoluble agrochemical, are described. Also described are processes for preparing the compositions and methods of improving agronomic crop plant health using the compositions. 1. A microemulsion concentrate composition comprising (i) an aqueous carrier phase comprising at least one water-soluble pesticide in solution in the carrier phase , (ii) a surfactant phase comprising (a) a surfactant component comprising at least one surfactant and (b) at least one water-insoluble agrochemical , and (iii) a water-immiscible organic solvent ,wherein,the water soluble pesticide concentration is at least 400 grams active equivalent per liter of the concentrate composition, andthe weight ratio of the water-immiscible organic solvent to the water-insoluble agrochemical on an active equivalent basis is less than 3:1.23-. (canceled)4. The composition of wherein the weight ratio of the water-immiscible organic solvent to the water-insoluble agrochemical on an active equivalent basis is less than 2.5:1.5. The composition of wherein the weight ratio of the water-soluble pesticide on an active equivalent basis to water-insoluble agrochemical on an active equivalent basis is from about 1:1 to about 100:1.6. The composition of wherein at least 50% by weight of the water-insoluble agrochemical is present as a solute in the surfactant component.710-. (canceled)11. The composition of wherein the water-soluble pesticide comprises at least one water-soluble herbicide selected from the group consisting of glyphosate claim 1 , dicamba claim 1 , 2 claim 1 ,4-D claim 1 , MCPA claim 1 , quizalofop claim 1 , glufosinate claim 1 , diclofop-methyl claim 1 , derivatives thereof and combinations thereof.1214-. (canceled)15. The composition of wherein the water-insoluble agrochemical is a fungicide selected from the group consisting of triazoles claim 1 , ...

Agrochemical Mixtures for Increasing the Health of a Plant

The present invention relates to an agrochemical mixture for increasing the health of a plant, comprising as active compounds: 115-. (canceled)16. An agrochemical mixture for increasing the health of a plant , comprising as active compounds:1) a fungicidal compound (I) selected from the group of strobilurins consisting of pyraclostrobin, azoxystrobin, dimoxystrobin, enestroburin, fluoxastrobin, kresoxim-methyl, metominostrobin, orysastrobin, picoxystrobin, pyribencarb, trifloxystrobin, pyrametostrobin, pyraoxystrobin, coumoxystrobin, coumethoxystrobin, triclopyricarb (=chlorodincarb), fenaminostrobin (=diclofenoxystrobin), flufenoxystrobin, 2-(2-(6-(3-chloro-2-methyl-phenoxy)-5-fluoro-pyrimidin-4-yloxy)-phenyl)-2-methoxyimino-N-methyl-acetamide, 3-methoxy-2-(2-(N-(4-methoxy-phenyl)-cyclopropane-carboximidoylsulfanylmethyl)-phenyl)-acrylic acid methyl ester, methyl (2-chloro-5-[1-(3-methylbenzyloxyimino)ethyl]benzyl)carbamate and 2-(2-(3-(2,6-dichlorophenyl)-1-methyl-allylideneaminooxymethyl)-phenyl)-2-methoxyimino-N methyl-acetamide;2) at least one herbicidal compound (II) selected from the group of imidazolinones consisting of imazamethabenz-methyl, imazamox, imazapic, imazapyr, imazaquin and imazethapyr; or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof;3) a second herbicidal compound (III) selected from the group consisting of glyphosate and glufosinate; or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof;in synergistically effective amounts.17. The mixture according to claim 16 , wherein the mixture additionally comprises a second fungicide (compound IV) selected from the groups consisting of:A) a strobilurine selected from the group consisting of:pyraclostrobin, azoxystrobin, dimoxystrobin, enestroburin, fluoxastrobin, kresoxim-methyl, metominostrobin, orysastrobin, picoxystrobin, pyribencarb, trifloxystrobin, pyrametostrobin, pyraoxystrobin, coumoxystrobin, coumethoxystrobin, triclopyricarb (=chlorodincarb), fenaminostrobin (=diclofenoxystrobin), flufenoxystrobin, 2-(2-(6 ...

Antibody-Based Depletion of Antigen-Presenting Cells and Dendritic Cells

Disclosed herein are methods and compositions comprising anti-CD74 and/or anti-HLA-DR antibodies for treatment of GVHD and other immune dysfunction diseases. In preferred embodiments, the anti-CD74 and/or anti-HLA-DR antibodies are effective to deplete antigen-presenting cells, such as dendritic cells. Most preferably, administration of the therapeutic compositions depletes all subsets of APCs, including mDCs, pDCs, B cells and monocytes, without significant depletion of T cells. In alternative embodiments, administration of the therapeutic compositions suppresses proliferation of allo-reactive T cells, while preserving cytomegalovirus (CMV)-specific, CD8 memory T cells. The compositions and methods provide a novel conditioning regimen for preventing aGVHD and/or treating chronic GVHD, without altering preexisting anti-viral immunity. 1. A method of killing antigen-presenting cells or dendritic cells comprising:a. exposing the antigen-presenting cell or dendritic cell to an anti-HLA-DR and/or anti-CD74 antibody or antigen-binding fragment thereof; andb. killing the antigen-presenting cell or dendritic cell.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the anti-CD74 antibody or fragment thereof competes for binding to CD74 with claim 1 , or binds to the same epitope of CD74 as claim 1 , a murine LL1 antibody comprising the light chain CDR sequences CDR1 (RSSQSLVHRNGNTYLH; SEQ ID NO:1) claim 1 , CDR2 (TVSNRFS; SEQ ID NO:2) claim 1 , and CDR3 (SQSSHVPPT; SEQ ID NO:3) and the heavy chain variable region CDR sequences CDR1 (NYGVN; SEQ ID NO:4) claim 1 , CDR2 (WINPNTGEPTFDDDFKG; SEQ ID NO:5) claim 1 , and CDR3 (SRGKNEAWFAY; SEQ ID NO:6).3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the anti-CD74 antibody or fragment thereof comprises the light chain CDR sequences CDR1 (RSSQSLVHRNGNTYLH; SEQ ID NO:1) claim 1 , CDR2 (TVSNRFS; SEQ ID NO:2) claim 1 , and CDR3 (SQSSHVPPT; SEQ ID NO:3) and the heavy chain variable region CDR sequences CDR1 (NYGVN; SEQ ID NO:4) claim 1 , CDR2 (WINPNTGEPTFDDDFKG; SEQ ...

NANOPARTICLE MICELLE COATED COMPOSITIONS

Nanoparticle micelle coated compositions and methods for treating a subject having a solid tumor are disclosed. The compositions comprise thiostrepton and a micelle-forming lipid wherein the thiostrepton is encapsulated inside a nanoparticle comprising the micelle-forming lipid. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a thiostrepton-micelle composition are also disclosed. 1. A composition comprising:(a) thiostrepton; and(b) a micelle-forming lipid,wherein the thiostrepton is encapsulated inside a nanoparticle comprising the micelle-forming lipid.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the micelle-forming lipid comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of(i) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[methoxy(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=1000 MW, 2000 MW, 5000 MW, 10000 MW, 20000 MW, or 40000 MW;(ii) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N [amino(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=1000 MW, 2000 MW, 3400 MW, 5000 MW or 10000 MW;(iii) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[maleimide-(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=1000 MW, 2000 MW, 3400 MW, 5000 MW, or 10000 MW;(iv) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[hydroxyl(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=5000 MW;(v) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[azido(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=3400 MW or 5000 MW;(vi) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[silane(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=3400 MW;(vii) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[succinyl(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=2000 MW;(viii) 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanol-amine-N-[carboxyl(polyethylene glycol)-X], wherein X=2000 MW, and combinations thereof.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the micelle-forming lipid comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of(i) Poly(lactic-co-glycolic-acid) (PLGA), polyethyleneglycol (PEG);(ii) Poly(ethylene oxide)-Poly(α-benzyl L-aspartate);(iii) ...

FOOD-HANDLING FACILITY DISINFECTION TREATMENT

Food handling facilities such as meat packing, plants, dairies, kitchens and the like are disinfected using a disinfecting atmosphere which includes ozone and hydrogen peroxide, at a relative humidity of at least 60%. 1. A process of combating human-harmful , food poisoning-causing bacteria in an enclosed space and on surfaces within the space , which comprises exposing the bacteria in the space and on surfaces therein to a disinfecting atmosphere which includes ozone at a concentration of 2-350 ppm by weight and hydrogen peroxide at an amount of 0.2-10 wt. % , at a relative humidity of at least 60% , and for a period of at least 30 minutes sufficient for an effective kill of the bacteria and spores; and subsequently removing ozone from the atmosphere , down to 0.04 ppm or less.2. The process of wherein the ozone concentration in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 10-350 ppm.3. The process of wherein the ozone concentration in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 20-200 ppm.4. The process of wherein the ozone concentration in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 20-100 ppm.5. The process of wherein the ozone concentration in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 35-100 ppm.65. The process of any one of - claims 1 , wherein the hydrogen peroxide amount in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 0.5-10%.75. The process of any one of - claims 1 , wherein the hydrogen peroxide amount in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 0.5-7%.85. The process of any one of - claims 1 , wherein the hydrogen peroxide amount in the disinfecting atmosphere is from 1-5%.98. The process of any one of - claims 1 , wherein the time of exposure is from about 15 minutes to about 120 minutes.108. The process of any one of - claims 1 , wherein the time of exposure is from about 60 minutes to about 105 minutes.1110. The process of any one of - claims 1 , including the additional step of subjecting porous and fibrous surfaces within the room to physical agitation while exposed to the disinfecting ...

CHLORINE DIOXIDE PRECURSOR AND METHODS OF USING SAME

According to one aspect of the invention, a method of converting an oxy halide salt into a halide dioxide in a reaction zone under certain conditions is provided. More specifically, the method includes generating chlorine dioxide from a stable composition comprising an oxy halide salt by introducing said composition to a reducing agent and minimum temperature within the reaction zone. According to another aspect of the invention, a composition for a stable chlorine dioxide precursor comprising an oxy halide salt is provided. 1. A method for generating chlorine dioxide , said method comprising the steps of:blending or mixing an oxy halide salt with an acid to form a stable composition, wherein said composition is stable and does not convert to a halide oxide provided an absence of a reducing agent in the composition or a temperature below about 90° F., more preferably below about 100° F.;introducing said stable composition into a reaction zone under conditions in which all or a part of the oxy halide salt is converted into chlorine dioxide, whereinthe anion component of the oxy halide salt comprises chlorate,and said conditions comprise the presence of one or more reducing agents and a temperature greater than about 110° F.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said reaction zone is selected from the group consisting of geological material that contains one or more solid claim 1 , liquid claim 1 , or gaseous hydrocarbons claim 1 , a hydrocarbon deposit claim 1 , a petroleum deposit claim 1 , a hydrocarbon or petroleum product formation claim 1 , and a hydrocarbon or petroleum processing product or equipment claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the hydrocarbon or petroleum processing product or equipment is selected from the group consisting of one or more pieces of equipment for extracting claim 2 , processing claim 2 , or refining hydrocarbons claim 2 , a pipeline for transporting hydrocarbons and a vessel for storage of hydrocarbons.4. ...

DISINFECTANT DETERGENT COMPOSITION

A disinfectant detergent composition containing a food or food additive as a main component is provided. The disinfectant detergent composition contains the following components (a), (b), and (c). The sum [a+b] of the component (a) content and the component (b) content of the composition ranges from 0.1% to 30% by mass, the mass ratio [a/b] of the component (a) to the component (b) ranges from 1/2 to 4/1, and the component (c) content of the composition ranges from 60% to 99.5% by mass. (a) polyoxyethylene sorbitan monolaurate (b) a fatty acid glyceride in which the number of carbon atoms of its acyl group ranges from 8 to 12, the monoglyceride content of the component (b) being 85% by mass or more, the mass fraction of 1-monoglyceride relative to the total amount of monoglycerides being in the range of 0.9 to 1.0 (c) water and/or ethanol. 1(a) polyoxyethylene sorbitan monolaurate(b) a fatty acid glyceride in which the number of carbon atoms of its acyl group is in the range of 8 to 12, the monoglyceride content of the component (b) being 85% by mass or more, the mass fraction of 1-monoglyceride relative to the total amount of monoglycerides being in the range of 0.9 to 1.0(c) water and/or ethanol. A disinfectant detergent composition, comprising: the following components (a); (b); and (c), wherein the sum [a+b] of the component (a) content and the component (b) content of the composition is in the range of 0.1% to 30% by mass, the mass ratio [a/b] of the component (a) to the component (b) is in the range of 1/2 to 4/1, and the component (c) content of the composition is in the range of 60% to 99.5% by mass. The present invention relates to a disinfectant detergent composition and more particularly to a disinfectant detergent composition that contains a food or a food additive as a main component.With the growing safety awareness of consumers, there is increasing demand for safer detergents. In particular, infants may accidentally swallow a detergent or lick a ...

SELENIUM-BASED BIOCIDAL FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Biocidal compositions containing organoselenium compounds are disclosed, as well as methods of producing and using same. 2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biocidal composition is permanently attached to the substrate claim 1 , whereby the biocidal composition is substantially unable to leach from the substrate.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biocidal composition is effective against at least one of a gram positive bacterial strain claim 1 , a gram negative strain claim 1 , a virus claim 1 , a fungus claim 1 , an algae claim 1 , and a mold.4Staphylococcus aureusPseudomonas aeruginosa.. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the biocidal composition is effective against at least one gram positive bacterial strain and at least one gram negative strain claim 2 , wherein the gram positive strain is and the gram negative strain is5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biocidal composition is effective against at least one gram positive bacterial strain claim 1 , at least one gram negative strain claim 1 , at least one virus claim 1 , at least one fungus claim 1 , at least one algae claim 1 , and at least one mold.6. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the biocidal composition inhibits formation of bacterial biofilms on the substrate.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the selenium compound of the biocidal composition is present in a range of from about 0.01 micrograms to about 100 micrograms of elemental selenium per square centimeter of surface area.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the grafting agent is a methacrylate compound.9. The composition of claim 8 , wherein the biocidal composition is diselanediylbis(2-hydroxypropane-3 claim 8 ,1-diyl)bis(2-methylacrylate).10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biocidal composition is 3 claim 1 ,3′-diselanediylbis(propane-1 claim 1 ,2-diol).11. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the grafting agent is an acrylate polymer claim 1 , and wherein the biocidal composition is non-covalently ...

Method and system for electrochemical removal of nitrate and ammonia

An electrochemical method and system for removing nitrate and ammonia in effluents, using an undivided flow-through electrolyzer, said electrolyzer comprising at least one cell, each cell comprising at least one anode and one cathode, the cathode being in a copper/nickel based alloy of a high corrosion resistance and a high electroactivity for nitrate reduction to ammonia and the anode being a DSA electrode of a high corrosion resistance and a high electroactivity for ammonia oxidation to nitrogen in presence of chloride.

TREATMENT OF BIOFILMS

The combination of a first species which is a polyanionic compound and a second species which is an antimicrobial agent is used for the treatment of microbial biofilms and for the topical treatment of wounds. The combination may be incorporated in a wound dressing. The polyanionic compound may be a polyphosphate, such as an alkali metal polyphosphate, e.g. sodium hexametaphosphate. Examples of antimicrobial agents include metallic silver, silver compounds, iodine, PHMB (polyhexamethylene biguanide), acetic acid, chlorhexidine, aminoglycosides (e.g. amikacin, gentamicin, streptomycin and tobramycin), ansamycins, carbacephem, cephalosporins, glycopeptides (e.g. vancomycin), macrolides (eg clarithromycin), monobactams and sulfonamides). 1. The combination of a first species which is a polyphosphate and a second species which is an antimicrobial agent for the treatment of microbial biofilms or for the topical treatment of wounds.24.-. (canceled)5. The combination of wherein the polyphosphate is an alkali metal polyphosphate.6. The combination as claimed in wherein the polyphosphate is sodium hexametaphosphate.79.-. (canceled)10. The combination according to wherein the antimicrobial agent is selected from metallic silver claim 1 , silver compounds claim 1 , iodine claim 1 , PHMB (polyhexamethylene biguanide) claim 1 , acetic acid claim 1 , chlorhexidine claim 1 , aminoglycosides (e.g. amikacin claim 1 , gentamicin claim 1 , streptomycin and tobramycin) claim 1 , ansamycins claim 1 , carbacephem claim 1 , cephalosporins claim 1 , glycopeptides (e.g. vancomycin) claim 1 , macrolides (eg clarithromycin) claim 1 , monobactams and sulfonamides).11. The combination according to wherein the antimicrobial agent is a silver compound.12. The combination as claimed in wherein the silver compound is selected from silver sulphate claim 11 , silver carbonate claim 11 , silver nitrate claim 11 , silver chloride claim 11 , silver oxide claim 11 , silver citrate claim 11 , silver ...

WATER-BASED PESTICIDAL SUSPENSION

There has been a problem such that if a water-based pesticidal suspension containing, as an active ingredient, an agricultural chemical having a high aqueous solubility, particularly an agricultural chemical having an aqueous solubility exceeding 500 mg/L at 20° C., is stored for a long period of time, the active ingredient particles tend to grow and become coarse, whereby a stabilized suspension is hardly obtainable. To solve such a problem, the present invention provides a water-based pesticidal suspension comprising (a) an agricultural chemical or its salt having an aqueous solubility of from 500 mg/L to 6,000 mg/L at 20° C., (b) a polycarboxylate type surfactant, (c) a sulfonate type surfactant, and (d) water. 1. A water-based pesticidal suspension comprising (a) an agricultural chemical or its salt having an aqueous solubility of from 500 mg/L to 6 ,000 mg/L at 20° C. , (b) a polycarboxylate type surfactant , (c) a sulfonate type surfactant , and (d) water.2. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the agricultural chemical (a) is at least one member selected from the group consisting of pirimicarb claim 1 , thiamethoxam and flonicamid.3. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 2 , wherein the agricultural chemical (a) is flonicamid.4. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the agricultural chemical (a) has an average particle size (volume) of from 0.5 μm to 10 μm.5. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the polycarboxylate type surfactant (b) is a polycarboxylate.6. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 1 , wherein the sulfonate type surfactant (c) is at least one member selected from the group consisting of an alkyl sulfosuccinate claim 1 , a lignosulfonate claim 1 , a Calkyl benzene sulfonate and a Calkyl diphenyl ether disulfonate.7. The water-based pesticidal suspension according to claim 6 , wherein the sulfonate type surfactant (c ...

METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFECTIONS

The instant invention provides preparations comprising an oxidizing antimicrobial agent such as chlorine dioxide and a heterocyclic compound that improves the antibacterial effect of the oxidizing antimicrobial agent preparation. The invention has particular use as an eye care preparation such as an eye drop. The invention further provides methods for reducing bacterial colonization and treating infection. 1. A preparation comprising an oxidizing antibacterial agent and a heterocyclic compound that improves the antibacterial effect of the oxidizing agent.2. The preparation of claim 1 , wherein the heterocyclic compound is a bicyclic compound.3. The preparation of claim 2 , wherein the heterocyclic compound is a xanthine.4. The preparation of claim 2 , wherein the bicyclic compound is selected from the group consisting of caffeine claim 2 , theophylline claim 2 , dyphylline claim 2 , theobromine claim 2 , xanthine claim 2 , xanthinol claim 2 , methylxanthine claim 2 , and aminophylline.5. The preparation of claim 4 , wherein the bicyclic compound is dyphylline.6. The preparation of wherein said oxidizing antibacterial agent is chlorine dioxide.7. The preparation of claim 6 , wherein the chlorine dioxide is present in a concentration of about 25-125 ppm.8. The preparation of claim 7 , wherein the chlorine dioxide is present in a concentration of about 50-75 ppm.9. The preparation of claim 8 , wherein the chlorine dioxide is present in a concentration of about 60 ppm.10. The preparation of claim 1 , wherein the preparation is in the form of a solution claim 1 , cream claim 1 , paste claim 1 , ointment claim 1 , or gel.11. The preparation of claim 1 , wherein the preparation is incorporated into a sustained-release carrier.12. The preparation of wherein said sustained-release carrier is selected from the group consisting of a sustained-release polymer claim 11 , a liposome and a microcapsule.13. The preparation of claim 1 , wherein the preparation is a solution.14. The ...

Disinfectant Composition

This invention relates to disinfectant compositions comprising a first active ingredient comprising a source of acetyl radicals, and a second active ingredient comprising a source of peroxygen, the composition being soluble in water to provide a solution of peracetic acid. 1. A disinfectant composition comprising a first active ingredient comprising a source of acetyl radicals , and a second active ingredient comprising a source of peroxygen , the composition being soluble in water to provide a solution of peracetic acid.2. A disinfectant composition according to in tablet form.3. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the disinfectant composition is held in a container.4. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the container is a sachet or a pouch.5. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the container is formed of a water soluble material.6. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the water soluble material is polyvinyl alcohol.7. A disinfectant composition according to claim 1 , further comprising a third active ingredient comprising a pH modifier.8. A disinfectant composition according to claim 1 , wherein the first active ingredient comprises tetra-acetyl ethylenediamine (TAED).9. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the TAED is uncoated TAED.10. A disinfectant composition according to claim 1 , wherein the first active ingredient is present in the disinfectant composition in an amount in the range of 1 wt % to 50 wt %.11. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the first active ingredient is present in the disinfectant composition in an amount in the range of 20 wt % to 40 wt %.12. A disinfectant composition according to wherein the first active ingredient is present in the disinfectant composition in an amount in the range of 22 wt % to 24 wt %.13. A disinfectant composition according to claim 1 , wherein the second active ingredient is selected from the group consisting of sodium claim 1 , potassium or ...

WATER PURIFICATION DEVICE

A water purification device includes a housing including a first chamber in communication with a second chamber, a first filtration stage, and a second filtration stage. The first chamber has the first filtration stage and the second filtration stage. The filtration stages and chambers are arranged in a serial relationship to another filtration stage and chamber, respectively. The first filtration stage includes inorganic particles and the second filtration stage includes a biocide. At least 95 percent of the inorganic particles will pass through about 20,000 micron screen and at least 95 percent will not pass thru about 20 micron screen. The inorganic particles have a cation exchange capacity of 1 to 200 milli-equivalents per 100 grams. The inorganic particles will become charged and have a charge of about 1 to about 500 millivolts with ions from the biocide when the device is filled with water. 1. A water purification device comprising:a housing defining a plurality of chambers, including a first chamber, wherein the plurality of chambers are arranged in a serial relationship to another chamber;a plurality of filtration stages, the first chamber having a first filtration stage and a second filtration stage, the filtration stages arranged in a serial relationship to another filtration stage, wherein the first filtration stage includes inorganic particles and the second filtration stage includes a biocide;a second chamber in communication with the first chamber; andwhereinat least 95 percent of the inorganic particles will pass through a 20,000 micron screen and at least 95 percent will not pass thru a 20 micron screen,the inorganic particles having a cation exchange capacity of 1 to 200 milli-equivalent per 100 grams, and the inorganic particles will become charged with ions from the biocide when the device is filled with water,the water within the device has a charge of about 1 to about 500 millivolts.2. The water purification device of claim 1 , further ...

Nanoscale Particle Formulations and Methods

Provided herein in some embodiments is a formulation comprising (a) one or more nanoscale particle; and (b) a film-forming polymer. In some instances, the formulation is an immediate and sustained released formulation suitable for topical administration or administration to surfaces. Also provided here in certain embodiments is a method of reducing the population of pathogenic microorganisms on skin or surfaces, the method comprising applying to the skin or surface a composition, the composition comprising (a) one or more nanoscale particle; and (b) a film-forming polymer. 1. A formulation comprising: (a) one or more nanoscale particle having a particle size of about nm to about 200 nm; and (b) a film-forming polymer.2. The formulation of claim 1 , wherein the film-forming polymer comprises polyolprepolymer-2 (PPG-12/SMDI) claim 1 , poly(styrene-co-maleic anhydride) copolymers (SMA) claim 1 , acrylate copolymers claim 1 , cellulosic polymers claim 1 , ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer claim 1 , polyacrylic acid claim 1 , C-Calkyl galactomannan claim 1 , isododecane/ethylene mixed copolymer claim 1 , adipic acid/diethylene glycol/glycerin crosspolymer claim 1 , trimethylpentanediol adipic acid copolymer claim 1 , trimethylpentanediol/adipic acid/isononanoic acid claim 1 , PVP/hexadecene copolymer claim 1 , PVP/eicosene copolymer claim 1 , alpha olefin/isopropyl maleate/MA polymer claim 1 , cycloalkyl methacrylate copolymer/isododecane trimethyl polysiloxane claim 1 , octadecene/MA copolymer claim 1 , acrylates C-Calkyl acrylate crosspolymer claim 1 , cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose claim 1 , dimethiconol claim 1 , dimethicone claim 1 , diglycol/cyclohexane-dimethanoltisophthalates/sulfoisophthalate copolymer claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , waxes claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyurethane resins claim 1 , natural gums claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The formulation of claim 1 , wherein the film-forming polymer is polyolprepolymer-2 (PPG-12/SMDI) claim 1 , poly( ...

Compositions and methods to control insect pests

Methods and compositions are provided which employ a silencing element that, when ingested by a pest, such as a Coleopteran plant pest or a plant pest, decrease the expression of a target sequence in the pest. In specific embodiments, the decrease in expression of the target sequence controls the pest and thereby the methods and compositions are capable of limiting damage to a plant. The present invention provides various target polynucleotides set forth in any one of SEQ ID NOS: 1-236 or active variants and fragments thereof, wherein a decrease in expression of one or more the sequences in the target pest controls the pest (i.e., has insecticidal activity). Further provided are silencing elements which when ingested by the pest decrease the level of the target polypeptide and thereby control the pest. In specific embodiment, the pest is , or . Plants, plant part, bacteria and other host cells comprising the silencing elements or an active variant or fragment thereof of the invention are also provided. 1. An isolated polynucleotide comprising a nucleotide sequence comprising:(a) the nucleotide sequence comprising any one of nucleotides 1-380 of SEQ ID NO: 45; SEQ ID NO: 45; SEQ ID NO: 13; SEQ ID NO: 15; nucleotides 1-266 of SEQ ID NO:50; SEQ ID NO:50; SEQ ID NO: 18; SEQ ID NO: 29; nucleotides 1-675 of SEQ ID NO:37, SEQ ID NO: 37; SEQ ID NO:16; SEQ ID NO:32; SEQ ID NO:25; nucleotides 1-132 of SEQ ID NO: 40; or any one of SEQ ID NO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47, 48, 49, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, ...