Did You Know...
...that the video game, Pong, was invented by a guy who graduated at the bottom of his engineering class? Nolan Bushnell spent more time running the games at a local amusement park than he did on his studies at the University of Utah. His dreams of working for Disney's amusement empire were dashed when the company wouldn't hire him. Taking a boring job, Nolan daydreamed about electronic versions of popular games. He invented Pong, the first video game, and went on to found Atari Co.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8183025 | virus A Unique Solenopsis invicta viruse (SINV2) have been identified and its genome sequenced. Oligonucleotide primers have been developed using the isolated nucleic acid sequences of the SINV2. The virus is used as a biocontrol agent for control of fire ants.... | 05/22/2012 |
| 8159525 | Portable multispectral imaging systems Multiport multispectral portable imaging systems having at least two cameras with charge-coupled device sensors, a front lens unit, at least two rear lens units, a beamsplitter, and at least two bandpass filters is used to detect contaminants on food. ... | 04/17/2012 |
| PP22358 | Blackberry plant named ‘ONYX’ Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar which originated from seed produced by a hand pollinated cross of OSC 1466 (non-patented)×ORUS 1117-11 (non-patented) is provided. This new trailing blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by... | 12/20/2011 |
| 8066988 | In-hive trap and lure for control of the small hive beetle, A Small Hive Beetle trap, which replaces the bottom board of beehives, includes a frame having three walls and a top surface, a trap plate, an entry means, and a trapping means. The trapping means provides a dark environment attractive to small hive beetles and cont... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8063195 | Mutations in a toll-like receptor motif in the NS4B of classical swine fever virus strain brescia influences virulence in swine NS4B is one of the non-structural proteins of classical swine fever virus. By using functional genetics, we have discovered, in the predicted amino acid sequence of NS4B of CSFV strain Brescia, a motif that resembles those found in the toll-like receptor (TLR) prote... | 11/22/2011 |
| 8053464 | Attractants for insects such as flies A composition containing at least two members of the group consisting of propionic acid, benzoic acid, 2,6-dimethoxyphenol, 2-acetylpyrrole, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2-cyclopentanone, 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-one, and 3-methylbutanal; and water, and optionally a carrier ... | 11/08/2011 |
| 8053223 | Biocontrol of mites A biopesticide formulation using isolates of the fungus Beauveria bassiana has been developed, which can be used to control arachnid infestations of honeybee hives. The formulation is particularly useful for controlling infestations of Varroa destructor | 11/08/2011 |
| 8034333 | virus Unique Solenopsis invicta viruses (SINV) have been identified and their genome sequenced. Oligonucleotide primers have been developed using the isolated nucleic acid sequences of the SINV. The viruses are used as a biocontrol agent for control of fire ants. | 10/11/2011 |
| 7999074 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins produced by novel bacterial strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7988958 | and strains and bacteriocins Novel Enterococcus and Streptococcus bacteriocins produced by novel Enterococcus and Streptococcus strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7919302 | virus A Unique Solenopsis invicta viruse (SINV2) have been identified and its genome sequenced. Oligonucleotide primers have been developed using the isolated nucleic acid sequences of the SINV2. The virus is used as a biocontrol agent for control of fire ants.... | 04/05/2011 |
| 7913449 | Device for extending duration of volatile liquid lures A liquid-lure dispenser that provides long-time uniform emission of an attractant that entices insects or other organisms into a trap, consists of a wick that absorbs the liquid lure from its container and gradually emits the lure to the atmosphere from the exposed ... | 03/29/2011 |
| 7796241 | Egg micro-crack detection systems An avian eggshell egg-check/crack detection system was developed to aide official egg graders. It includes an imaging system and a device to produce negative pressure in an egg chamber. ... | 09/14/2010 |
| 7740889 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins produced by novel bacterial strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 06/22/2010 |
| 7712248 | Insect attractant releasing device A device for uniform emission of a composition having at least one volatile liquid attractant. It is especially useful in traps to improve the monitoring of pest insect populations and/or for mass trapping of insects. ... | 05/11/2010 |
| 7674379 | Wastewater treatment system with simultaneous separation of phosphorus and manure solids Wastewater treatment systems and processes for removal of solids, pathogens, nitrogen, and phosphorus from municipal and agricultural wastewater include the simultaneous separation of solids and phosphorus from wastewater and industrial effluents. ... | 03/09/2010 |
| 7662592 | Bacteriocin inducer peptides Novel peptides produced by bacteriocin-producing bacteria stimulate the production of bacteriocins in vitro. The producer bacteria are cultured in the presence of a novel inducer bacteria and a peptide having a carboxy terminal sequence of VKGLT in order to achieve ... | 02/16/2010 |
| 7655454 | Bacteriological culture medium for species A chemically defined media supplemented with organic acids is used for supporting in vitro growth of Campylobacter and Arcobacter species. ... | 02/02/2010 |
| 7452544 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins and/or the novel lactic acid-producing strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 11/18/2008 |
| 7374773 | Application of entomopathogenic nematode-infected cadavars from hard-bodied arthropods for insect suppression Pesticidal and/or antimicrobial biological agent-infected hard-bodied arthropod cadavers, such as from the family Tenebrionidae are used to control pest and/or microbial infestations in agriculture, commercial and urban environments. ... | 05/20/2008 |
| 7354904 | Bacteriocin inducer peptides Novel peptides produced by bacteriocin-producing bacteria stimulate the production of bacteriocins in vitro. The producer bacteria are cultured in the presence of a novel inducer bacteria and a peptide having a carboxy terminal sequence of VKGLT in order to achieve ... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7332176 | viruses Unique Solenopsis invicta viruses (SINV) have been identified and their genome sequenced. Oligonucleotide primers have been developed using the isolated nucleic acid sequences of the SINV. The viruses are used as a biocontrol agent for control of fire ants. | 02/19/2008 |
| 7321024 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins produced by novel bacterial strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 01/22/2008 |
| 7316190 | Under bed fumigator Plastic mulched raised beds are fumigated using a fumigation system containing two opposing armatures affixed to a mounting arm at about a 50° angle and a blunt-ended knife with a blade attached at about a 90° angle to the knife. The system allows fumigant to be a... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7309274 | In-hive trap and attractant composition for the control of the small hive beetle, A Small Hive Beetle trap, which replaces the bottom board of beehives, includes a frame having three walls and a top surface, a trap plate, an entry device, and a trapping means. The trapping device provides a dark environment attractive to small hive beetles and co... | 12/18/2007 |
| 7279163 | Water-in-oil emulsion vaccines Oil-in-Water emulsion vaccines induce higher biliary IgA responses which decrease mucosal/internal organ invasion and fecal shedding, increase specific activity of serum IgG subpopulations, and increase the relative avidity index of serum IgG subpopulations, resulti... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7202063 | Processes for the production of rhamnolipids A process for producing rhamnolipids involving culturing Pseudomonas chlororaphis strain NRRL B-30761 in a first aqueous culture medium containing about 0.3% NH4H2PO4, about 0.2% K2HPO4, about 0.2% carbon... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7197993 | Under bed fumigator Plastic mulched raised beds are fumigated using a fumigation system containing two opposing armatures affixed to a mounting arm at about a 15° angle and a blunt-ended knife with a blade attached at about a 90° angle to the knife. The system allows fumigant to be a... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7132102 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins and/or the novel lactic acid-producing strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7129083 | PiggyBac transformation system The present invention is directed to a transformation systems and vectors for making transgenic organisms that includes a vector containing a modified piggyBac transposon into which is inserted at least one fluorescent protein gene linked to a polyubiquitin promoter... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7046011 | High efficiency electrostatic air sampler An electrostatic sampling device with no moving parts is useful for high efficiency sampling of airborne particulates, especially microorganisms. It is easy to use and disinfection can be simplified by partial or total water-tight enclosure of all electronic parts. | 05/16/2006 |
| 7005296 | PiggyBac transformation system The present invention is directed to a transformation system for making transgenic organisms that includes a vector containing a modified piggyBac transposon into which is inserted an enhanced green fluorescent protein gene linked to a polyubiquitin promoter sequenc... | 02/28/2006 |
| 6989370 | Bacteriocins and novel bacterial strains Novel bacteriocins produced by novel bacterial strains are used for at least reducing the levels of colonization by at least one target bacteria in animals, especially poultry. ... | 01/24/2006 |
| 6987125 | Compositions and methods of treating, reducing and preventing cardiovascular diseases and disorders with polymethoxyflavones Compositions and methods for the treatment, reduction and/or prevention of cardiovascular diseases and disorders are described. Individuals at high risk for developing or having cardiovascular disease or disorder may be treated with an effective dose of a polymethox... | 01/17/2006 |
| 6966142 | Insect trap A safe, indoor trapping device for trapping and killing flying insects can be used in areas containing food, containing animals, for food preparation, etc. The device includes at least one removable trap body, a toxicant panel, and an insect collector. ... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6928941 | Diamond row pattern planter A device for planting seeds in a uniform, staggered, diamond-shaped manner promotes thicker faster spreading canopies that help keep the soil bed cool, moist and better protected from erosion, improved weed control, and improved yield. ... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6919202 | Utilization of invertebrate learning for flexible and sensitive monitoring and identification of chemicals A Chemical Detector, a training method and a method for detecting a chemical or chemicals has been developed that uses invertebrate organisms trained to respond to targeted chemical odors. ... | 07/19/2005 |
| 6893567 | Wastewater treatment system Wastewater treatment systems and processes for: removal of solids, pathogens, nitrogen, and phosphorus from municipal and agricultural wastewater include nitrification of wastewater and increasing the pH of the nitrified wastewater by adding a metallic-containing sa... | 05/17/2005 |
| 6882279 | Sensor output analog processing-A microcontroller-based insect monitoring system A system for automated monitoring of pest insects in stored products to help identify insect species and improve reliability across adverse external conditions, including environmental, biological and aging. The system includes sensor units having a microcontroller ... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6800279 | Chemical composition that attract arthropods Compositions and methods employing the compositions for attracting arthropods. The compositions comprise at least one compound of formula I and at least one compound from group II. ... | 10/05/2004 |
