430 results about "Arthropod" patented technology

Pesticides for the extermination of terrestrial arthropods are disclosed which comprise formulations of a combination of terpenes in aqueous solutions which may be used together with citral. No resistance to the formulations of the invention has been seen. When used on the scalp or body for lice infestation no extended dwell time is required. The formulations do not have unpleasant odors. The formulations are directed towards providing topical preparations which may be used on the skin, scalp and hairy body parts of humans and animals, sprays for use directly against terrestrial arthropods, a dipping solution for combs and a laundry additive, amongst others.

The invention relates to a method for controlling plant diseases caused by the fungi Botrytis cinerea and Alternaria alternata, by applying to a growing plant or to fruit or vegetables before or after harvesting, a composition which comprises an effective amount for controlling said fungi of at least one oligosaccharide ingredient, active against Botrytis cinerea and Alternaria alternata, and selected from oligosaccharides obtainable by hydrolysis of chitin, beta -glucan and other similarly active polysaccharides, excluding chitosan, of cell walls of fungi, yeasts, marine plants and exoskeletons of arthropods, The composition also forms part of the invention, as does an analogous method and composition for a method for controlling plant diseases caused by Botrytis cinerea, and utilizing at least one oligosaccharide ingredient, active against Botrytis cinerea selected from oligosaccharides obtainable by hydrolysis of chitosan, and having a molecular weight within the range of about 500 to about 10,000 daltons, provided that in this instance the composition excludes acetic acid.

The present invention provides a safe and effective insecticide composition suitable for treating a subject infested with a parasitic anthropode or to prevent infestation by an arthropod. The insecticide composition is a foamable composition, including a first insecticide; at least one organic carrier selected from a hydrophobic organic carrier, a polar solvent, an emollient and mixtures thereof, at a concentration of about 2% to about 5%, or about 5% to about 10%; or about 10% to about 20%; or about 20% to about 50% by weight; about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of a surface-active agent; about 0.01% to about 5% by weight of at least one polymeric agent selected from a bioadhesive agent, a gelling agent, a film forming agent and a phase change agent; and (5) a liquefied or compressed gas propellant at a concentration of about 3% to about 25% by weight of the total composition.

A topical insect repellent with extended duration of protection was obtained from mixtures of molecules based on two or more volatile repellent organic molecular species occurring naturally on the human skin surface. The novel repellent comprises mixtures of lower, intermediate, and higher volatility organic molecules. Active ingredients for formulations are obtained from homologous series of carboxylic acids, alcohols, ketones, and lactones which span a similar range of volatility and which occur naturally on the skin surface. Volatile silicone fluid imparts mildness and water repellency to the repellent formulations. The new natural repellent exhibits the longevity and repellency that is comparable to N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET), a synthetic compound employed in almost all commercial formulations, but the inventive natural repellent is more acceptable than DEET, which has an unpleasant odor and imparts a greasy feel to the skin. The inventive insect repellent, formulated in a volatile silicone fluid, was shown to repel and incapacitate stable flies. This finding demonstrated that repellency was not limited to mosquitoes, but extends to other biting flies or insects, thus demonstrating the utility of the novel insect repellent for protecting pets and livestock as well as humans.

Functionalized polymers are mixed with pesticides to form semi-stable complexes with desirable field properties: reduced leaching in soil, improved leaf retention (rainfastness), selective unloading to roots and convenient packaging and application. Pesticides that may be so complexed include herbicides, insecticides (including compounds controlling non-insect arthropods and nematodes), bacteriocides, rodenticides, and fungicides. Polymers with which they may be complexed include derivatives of carbohydrates, amides, imines, alkanes, vinyls, styrenes or glycols. The polymers may be functionalized with chemical groups that exhibit ionic (amines, carboxyls), hydrophobic, complexing (e.g. metal chelating) and ligand binding interactions. The variously functionalized polymers may be mixed, grafted, or fused to obtain optimal properties. The polymer/pesticide formulations may be applied as granules, as suspensions or solutions in sprays, as foams, or as coats for seeds and fertilizers. The formulations may be applied to foliage, soil, irrigation water, construction materials (plastics, wood), seeding materials, grains, and buildings.

This application provides and discloses anti-parasitic, anti-pest or insecticidal nucleic acid molecules and their calmodulin target genes for the control of arthropod parasites and pests. This application further provides methods and compositions for the control and treatment of parasites and pests in Apis mellifera (honey bee) hives.

The invention is a insect trapping device comprising a truncated, tapered hollow body such as a truncated cone or pyramid having a nondrying glue substantially covering its interior surface. The glue has a removable covering that protects it when it is in its package or ready to deploy configuration. It may be placed on a horizontal surface with the large opening facing down or hung in an overhead position with the large opening facing up. The device may be sized for different applications: a large version placed over dung in a field will capture house flies, while a smaller version put on a countertop using overripe fruit as an attractant will capture fruit flies. Various embodiments are presented that allow the embodiment to be folded, stacked, or flattened for storage. The invention traps members of the insecta class (e.g. flies), members of the arachnid class (e.g. spiders) and other arthropods.

Since a pyridazinone compound shown by formula (I) has an activity for controlling arthropod pests, the pyridazinone compound is effective for a use for controlling arthropod pests.

The present invention provides arthropod monitoring or baiting stations that provide a simple and readily visible indication of arthropod activity within a station housing. The visible indication is accomplished through the use of a monitoring member that preferably comprises a colored material that visibly contrasts with the color of the interior of the housing, such that the color contrast between the monitor member and the interior of the housing aids in visually detecting the presence of arthropods within the housing.

A process and device to attract a multitude of terrestrial and aerial arthropods using a plurality of light wavelengths emitted from light emitting diodes (LEDs). The selected light wavelengths increase trap capture rates by taking advantage of the insect's physiological and behavior instincts associated with vision and sensory perception. The LED wavelengths (light color) are selected to mimic the electromagnetic spectra of natural features, such as sugar and blood meal resources within the target insect's environment. Lighting platforms containing a plurality of LEDs produce the mimicking colors and can be optimally arranged in either a cylindrical fashion or on polygonal lighting chips. These two types of lighting platforms can be modified to fit existing insect traps, used in new light trap designs, or incorporated into insect traps currently lacking a lighting component.

The present invention utilizes extracts of the pre-sporulation (preconidial) mycelial stage of entomopathogenic fungi as insect and arthropod attractants and/or pathogens and can be employed to limit the zoonotic diseases they transmit. The fungus can be cultivated on grain, wood, agricultural wastes or other cellulosic material and extracts can be made thereof. More than one fungus and substrate can be used in combination with one or more antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, antiviral, and genetically modified agents that result in reduced spread of contagions and lessens the damage they inflict on animals, and plants.

An arthropod based nutritional supplement may comprise one species within the arthropod phylum or two or more species within the arthropoda phylum combined together. These arthropods are powderized and its nutritional profile analyzed. Based on the nutritional profile of the powderized arthropods, additional powderized arthropoda or additional nutritional components may be added in order to develop a nutritional profile that can satisfy a particular need for a body builder, a man, a woman or provide generic meal replacement.

This invention relates to compositions of one or more compounds that incorporate one or more allyl sulfide, allyl disulfide or allyl polysulfide moieties, or one or more allyl sulfide, allyl disulfide or allyl polysulfide moieties and one or more hydroxyl groups, used in effective amount in formulations, including emulsions, to repel blood-feeding ectoparasitic arthropods, including mosquitoes, and to deter them from landing and feeding when applied to the skin, clothing or environment of animals, including humans. Said compounds can include, but are not limited to, 8-allyl-sulfanyloctan-1-ol. This invention also relates to compositions comprising one or more of said compounds in further combination with other arthropod repellent and deterrent compounds, including vanillin. These compounds may be formulated with inert ingredients to form a liquid, gel, paste, soap, spray, aerosol or powder.

This invention pertains to a compound of Formula I, its N-oxide or an agriculturally suitable salt of the compound (Formula I) wherein R¹, R², R³, R⁴, and R⁵ are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are methods for controlling arthropods comprising contacting the arthropods or their environment with an arthropodicially effective amount of a compound for Formula I; and compositions containing the compounds of Formula I

The present invention describes a bug interception device that is designed to capture crawling bugs, for example, arthropods such as bed bugs, as they walk around an infested structure. One or more embodiments of the present disclosure may be found in a circular device, for example, a device with a circular footprint as it sits on the floor. One or more embodiments of the present disclosure may be found in a pyramid device, for example, a device with a square footprint and a three dimensional shape resembling a pyramid. One or more embodiments may include one or more outer access surfaces adapted to allow bugs to crawl up onto the device. One or more embodiments may include one or more rims adapted to cause bugs to fall into a capture well.

An economical and simple method of producing para-menthane-3,8-diol in relatively high yield is disclosed. The product is useful as a repellent against noxious insects and other arthropods.