Did You Know...
...that the Eveready Battery began as an invention called the "electric flowerpot," which was a tube with a battery and light bulb inside? The idea was to fasten this gizmo to the side of a flowerpot so it would illuminate the flowers from the bottom. The idea died on the vine and the businessman who licensed the flower pot, Conrad Huber, was left with a pile of useless tubes -- until he found a way to market them as batteries to light the world!
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8053478 | Antimicrobial diaryl iodonium compositions and method Disclosed are diaryl iodonium compositions with antimicrobial activity and low toxicity to plants and mammals. The present diaryl iodonium compositions include a tri-substituted aryl group and a heteroaryl group which produce substantially no chlorobenzene and/or 1,... | 11/08/2011 |
| 7999011 | Method for cardioprotection and neuroprotection by intravenous administration of halogenated volatile anesthetics Provided is a method of treating a patient having a tissue that is subject to an ischemic event. The method is conducted by parenterally administering a formulation containing a halogenated volatile anesthetic in an amount effective to improve the tissue's resistanc... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7812058 | Methods and compounds useful to induce apoptosis in cancer cells The present invention provides a method for treating cancer in a mammal comprising contacting the cancer cells with a compound which is a apogossypol, derivative. ... | 10/12/2010 |
| 7378449 | Poly(bromoaryl)alkane additives and methods for their preparation and use An additive mixture useful as a flame retardant is described. The mixture is comprised of (i) a poly(bromophenyl)alkane having in the molecule in the range of 13 to 60 carbon atoms and in the range of two to four aryl groups and (ii) a poly(bromophenyl)bromoalkane h... | 05/27/2008 |
| 7294278 | Method for oxygenating wastewater A method and apparatus creates gas-enriched fluid that is used to treat wastewater. In one embodiment, the wastewater is withdrawn from a supply of wastewater to be treated, and the wastewater is delivered in an atomized manner to a vessel pressurized with gas to fo... | 11/13/2007 |
| 7279451 | Compositions containing fluorine substituted olefins The use to e of tetrafluoropropenes, particularly (HFO-1234) in a variety of applications, including refrigeration equipment, is disclosed. These materials are generally useful as refrigerants for heating and cooling, as blowing agents, as aerosol propellants, as so... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7220784 | Substituted stilbenes and their reactions The present invention relates to stilbene and quinone compounds related to combretastatin A-4 and their use as anticancer compounds and prodrugs. The compounds include those with an alkyl group on the double bond of cis or trans-stilbenes, compounds with one or more... | 05/22/2007 |
| 7205224 | Very low dielectric constant plasma-enhanced CVD films The present invention provides a method for depositing nano-porous low dielectric constant films by reacting an oxidizable silicon containing compound or mixture comprising an oxidizable silicon component and an oxidizable non-silicon component having thermally liab... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7074434 | Process for the separation of a mixture comprising at least one hydrofluoroalkane and hydrogen fluoride, processes for the preparation of a hydrofluoroalkane and azeotropic compositions Process for the separation of a mixture comprising at least one hydrofluoroalkane and hydrogen fluoride, according to which a hydrofluoroalkane/hydrogen fluoride mixture is reacted with at least one chlorinated or chlorofluorinated precursor of the hydrofluoroalkane... | 07/11/2006 |
| 7026359 | Utilization of a highly fluorinated oligomeric alkane in ophthalmology The invention relates to the utilization of a highly fluorinated oligomeric alkane as a therapeutic agent in ophthalmology, the alkane having the general formula [—RF(CH2)nCR1—CR2—]x, wherein R | 04/11/2006 |
| 7008535 | Apparatus for oxygenating wastewater A method and apparatus creates gas-enriched fluid that is used to treat wastewater. In one embodiment, the wastewater is withdrawn from a supply of wastewater to be treated, and the wastewater is delivered in an atomized manner to a vessel pressurized with gas to fo... | 03/07/2006 |
| 7001607 | Artificial tear replacement solution A tear replacement solution that contains at least one water-soluble fluorosurfactant, water and a non-polar component, preferably in gel form, and a method for the external treatment for the eye of an mammal by applying the tear replacement solution to the eye, pre... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6946117 | Stabilized preparations for use in nebulizers Stabilized dispersions are provided for the delivery of a bioactive agent to the respiratory tract of a patient. The dispersions preferably comprise a stabilized colloidal system which may comprise a fluorochemical component. In particularly preferred embodiments, t... | 09/20/2005 |
| 6927237 | Two solvent antimicrobial compositions and methods employing them The present invention relates to two solvent antimicrobial compositions and methods employing these two solvent compositions. The two solvent compositions typically contain a second solvent that is not or is only sparingly soluble in a diluting solvent. The two solv... | 08/09/2005 |
| 6908592 | emulsified soil biocides used in drip irrigation systems A soil biocide formulation for aqueous delivery is disclosed. The formulation includes a biocide selected from methyl bromide, chloropicrin, 1-3 dichloropropene (Telone) and methgylisothiocyanate. The formulation also includes an emulsifier containing non-ionic and ... | 06/21/2005 |
| 6884797 | Targeted oxidative therapeutic formulation Pharmaceutical formulation, its method of preparation, and its use. The pharmaceutical formulation contains peroxidic species or reaction products resulting from oxidation of an alkene, such as geraniol, by an oxygen-containing oxidizing agent, such as ozone; a pene... | 04/26/2005 |
| 6861451 | Carboxylic acid fluorides as pesticides Carboxylic acid fluorides having a boiling point of preferably less than 100° C. are suitable for use as pesticides. Acetyl fluoride is highly suitable, and Chlorodifluoroacetyl fluoride and trifluoroacetyl fluoride are also very useful. Mixtures of carboxylic acid... | 03/01/2005 |
| 6743825 | Poly(bromoaryl)alkane additives and methods for their preparation and use An additive mixture useful as a flame retardant is described. The mixture is comprised of (i) a poly(bromophenyl)alkane having in the molecule in the range of 13 to 60 carbon atoms and in the range of two to four aryl groups and (ii) a poly(bromophenyl)bromoalkane h... | 06/01/2004 |
| 6528545 | Preparations comprising a fluorocarbon or highly fluorinated compound and a lipophilic/fluorophilic organic compound, and their uses Fluorocarbon emulsions comprising a stabilizing, particle size controlling fluorophilic/hydrophilic compound which can have the formula RF1 --W--RH1 (I) wherein RF1 is a linear, branched or cyclic C... | 03/04/2003 |
| 6465527 | Iodinated hydrocarbon pesticide Disclosed is both a method and composition for controlling deleterious organisms, such as insects, nematodes and weeds by applying a compound comprised of both mono-iodinated hydrocarbons and di-iodinated hydrocarbons. The combination provides an effectiv... | 10/15/2002 |
| 6423330 | Pesticidal composition and method A mammalian pesticidal composition, and in particular a pesticidal composition for the control of insectivores, in which a pesticidal agent comprising one or more low molecular weight halogenated hydrocarbons, and in particular bromoform, is provided in m... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6420436 | Imaging contrast media and methods of use This invention relates to a non-aqueous fluorocarbon composition for use in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or radiographic imaging (X-ray or computed tomography), particularly imaging of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract; an improved fluorocarbon composit... | 07/16/2002 |
| 6300378 | Tropodegradable bromine-containing halocarbon additives to decrease flammability of refrigerants foam blowing agents solvents aerosol propellants and sterilants A set of tropodegradable chemical additives to decrease the flammability of normally flammable refrigerants, foam blowing agents, cleaning solvents, aerosol propellants, and sterilants is disclosed. The additives are characterized by high efficiency and s... | 10/09/2001 |
| 6267945 | Farnesol-related calcium channel blockers Compounds comprising a straight backbone carbon chain of 8-16C, optionally substituted with 1-5 alkyl groups (1-6C); said chain optionally functionalized at one terminus with halo, --OR, --SR, --NR2, --OOCR, --NROCR wherein R is alkyl (1-6C), or pho... | 07/31/2001 |
| 6211248 | Fluorinated alkanes and their uses The invention concerns a partially fluorinated alkane with the general formula RF [CF2 --CH2 ]RH, wherein RH is a substituent of the general formula Cn Hx selected from the group ... | 04/03/2001 |
| 6204296 | Patient oxygenation using stabilized fluorocarbon emulsions Storage stable fluorocarbon emulsions having a continuous aqueous phase and a discontinuous fluorocarbon phase, in which the fluorocarbon phase comprises a major amount of a first fluorocarbon or fluorocarbon mixture, and a minor amount of a second fluoro... | 03/20/2001 |
| 6127428 | Method for enhancing transport of gases to tissues A method is disclosed for the treatment of right to left shunt. The method comprises introducing, into the blood circulation of an individual, to be treated, a therapeutically effective amount of the stabilized microbubbles. In a preferred embodiment, oxy... | 10/03/2000 |
| 6124357 | Iodinated fatty acid esters iodinated fatty acids and derivatives thereof produced by iodohydrination using alkylsilylated derivatives and alkaline iodides and the pharmacological activities thereof Iodinated fatty acid esters, iodinated fatty acids and fluid pharmaceutical-grade stable derivatives thereof are produced by iodohydrination in an organic medium using alkylsilylated derivatives, such as trimethylsilyl chloride or trimethylchlorosilane, t... | 09/26/2000 |
| 6028117 | Microemulsion insect control compositions Disclosed herein are microemulsion insecticides that do not contain conventional actives. The microemulsion form permits insects to be killed by an oil/surfactant combination.... | 02/22/2000 |
| 6008209 | Method of using vitamin D3 analogs with bis C-20 side chains This invention provides a method of treating or preventing neoplastic diseases. The method comprises adminstering to a host in need of such treatment or prevention an effective amount of a Vitamin D3 analog of the Formula I wherein: X is H... | 12/28/1999 |
| 5989918 | ADME analysis of mixtures A method for analyzing the ADME/PK properties of a mixture of compounds is (1) perfusing an animal or organ with a perfluorocarbon emulsion blood substitute, (2) administering the mixture of test compounds, (3) withdrawing an aliquot of the perfusate, (4)... | 11/23/1999 |
| 5985310 | Preservative systems for pharmaceutical compositions containing cyclodextrins Disclosed are preservative systems useful in aqueous pharmaceutical compositions containing an active agent and a cyclodextrin. The preservative systems comprise boric acid and one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of C16 ben... | 11/16/1999 |
| 5916882 | Povidone iodine (PVP-I) alcohol gel antimicrobial pre-operative skin preparation The present invention provides antimicrobial skin-preparations useable to disinfect a surgical site for surgery. The antimicrobial skin-preparation formula includes iodine, alcohol and gel. The new pre-operative skin-preparation quickly and effectively ki... | 06/29/1999 |
| 5914352 | Methods for the use of stabilized fluorocarbon emulsions Storage stable fluorocarbon emulsions having a continuous aqueous phase and a discontinuous fluorocarbon phase, in which the fluorocarbon phase comprises a major amount of a first fluorocarbon or fluorocarbon mixture, and a minor amount of a second fluoro... | 06/22/1999 |
| 5874113 | Shelf life improvement for ethylene oxide sterilant mixes A method of increasing the shelf life of a sterilant mixture of ethylene oxide and one or more halocarbons when the mixture is in contact with iron oxide on the surface of a storage vessel. Sufficient carbon dioxide is added to the mixture to reduce the r... | 02/23/1999 |
| 5869539 | Emulsions of perfluoro compounds as solvents for nitric oxide (NO) The present invention involves perfluoro compound emulsions including nitric oxide, their preparation and their use. These emulsions provide a new source of nitric oxide. Such nitric oxide-containing emulsions may be used for the administration of nitric ... | 02/09/1999 |
| 5869538 | Method for enhancing transport of gases to tissues Disclosed are methods of using stabilized microbubbles, such as those formulated from slowly permeating gas, to deliver or remove from tissue at least one gas selected from a respiratory gas, anesthetic gas, inert gas, or toxic gas. The methods comprise i... | 02/09/1999 |
| 5859068 | Acceleration of tissue growth using fluorocarbon liquid A method for the acceleration of tissue growth using continuous fluorocarbon liquid-based positive pressure is disclosed, whereby significant increase in tissue growth is achieved.... | 01/12/1999 |
| 5847009 | Prophylaxis in the parenteral administration of particulate dispersions in fluorocarbon emulsions Methods for preventing or ameliorating the transient adverse physiological response to particulate dispersions (TAPR response) when these dispersions are administered parenterally to a patient. The methods comprise the administration of a prophylactic ant... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5824703 | Method of assisting normal breathing in a mammal having a lung disorder A method of assisting a mammal having a lung disorder to breathe ambient gas normally, i.e., without the assistance of a ventilator. The method includes providing an animal having a lung disorder, such as surfactant deficiency, stiff lung, or hyperinflate... | 10/20/1998 |
