The invention relates to plant protection agents in the form of a liquid formulation containing a dispersion medium and a particulate composition that comprises a specific mixture of calcium hydroxide, fatty acids and, optionally, additives. The invention also relates to non-aqueous concentrates for providing such plant protection agents, and to the production of such particulate compositions.

Methods of treating baldness, fibrotic disease, cancer and other pathological conditions resulting from abnormal cell proliferation, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, central nervous system disorders, platelet aggregation, platelet adhesion, disease caused by or characterized by low nitric oxide levels, transplantation rejections, autoimmune diseases, inflammation, vascular diseases, restenosis, pain, fever, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory disorders, and sexual dysfunctions are disclosed. The methods involve administering specific nitric oxide-releasing compounds.

Methods of treating baldness, fibrotic disease, cancer and other pathological conditions resulting from abnormal cell proliferation, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, central nervous system disorders, platelet aggregation, platelet adhesion, disease caused by or characterized by low nitric oxide levels, transplantation rejections, autoimmune diseases, inflammation, vascular diseases, restenosis, pain, fever, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory disorders, and sexual dysfunctions are disclosed. The methods involve administering specific nitric oxide-releasing compounds.

The present invention concerns an agrochemical composition comprising: —particles of at least one silicate selected from the group consisting of tourmalines; —at least a guar. The invention also concerns a method for treating a plant wherein a composition as described above is applied onto at least one part of said plant.

The present invention relates to an agrochemical composition for improving the effectiveness of an herbicide, such as glyphosate and glufosinate, using non-ionic surfactants and electrolytes in order to enhance stomatal penetration. Also provided is a method of controlling undesirable plants using said compositions.

The present invention relates to an agrochemical composition for improving the effectiveness of an herbicide, such as glyphosate and glufosinate, using non-ionic surfactants and electrolytes in order to enhance stomatal penetration. Also provided is a method of controlling undesirable plants using said compositions.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide: a functional material which is prepared by using aluminum as a base material and has a bactericidal effect; and a method for producing the functional material. The functional material comprises an aluminum base material and a functional film which is a hydrated aluminum oxide film formed on the surface of the aluminum base material. The functional film has nano-order depressions and protrusions formed on the surface thereof and, as a result, the functional film can have a bactericidal effect to kill bacteria. The functional material is produced by subjecting an aluminum base material to a boiling treatment in boiled water for a predetermined treatment time to form, on the surface of the aluminum base material, a hydrated aluminum oxide film having nano-order depressions and protrusions formed on the surface thereof.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide: a functional material which is prepared by using aluminum as a base material and has a bactericidal effect; and a method for producing the functional material. The functional material comprises an aluminum base material and a functional film which is a hydrated aluminum oxide film formed on the surface of the aluminum base material. The functional film has nano-order depressions and protrusions formed on the surface thereof and, as a result, the functional film can have a bactericidal effect to kill bacteria. The functional material is produced by subjecting an aluminum base material to a boiling treatment in boiled water for a predetermined treatment time to form, on the surface of the aluminum base material, a hydrated aluminum oxide film having nano-order depressions and protrusions formed on the surface thereof.

A method and composition for inactivating both naked genetic material such as RNA and DNA and inactivating mechanical delivery vectors in a treatment space external of the human body. To practice the method, apply a mist of lipid molecule degrading agent effective against viral membranes with lipid molecules. Then apply an inactivator of spike proteins and other viral residues. Next, reduce the threat of transmitting genetic material by applying inactivators of mechanical transport vectors such as mold, yeast, and bacteria. Further, pretreat the treating space to receive enzymatic agents by applying a surface detoxifying agent in quantity sufficient to inactivate substances detrimental to enzymes that break the naked viral genetic material. Then, apply preparatory enzymes that degrade microorganisms and their cellular components. Finally, apply enzymes for breaking the naked viral genetic material, as present.

This invention provides a composition and aqueous dispersion comprising magnesium oxide, as a sole active agent or in combination with ammonium phosphate/ammonium polyphosphate for imparting anti-bacterial and/or anti-viral properties to textile products. The present invention further provides methods for preparing such compositions and aqueous dispersions and methods of using the same for textile finishing.