The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing enteric methane in livestock animals' digestive systems and/or waste. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising an iron-capturing ingredient is contacted with the livestock animal's digestive system and/or waste in order to, for example, limit iron availability to methanogenic microorganisms and thus reduce methanogenesis.
A23K 10/18 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires de micro-organismes vivants
A23K 10/30 - Produits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine végétale, p. ex. de racines, de graines ou de foinProduits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine fongique, p. ex. de champignons
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for remediating and mitigating iron pollution. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising an iron-capturing ingredient is contacted with an environment suffering from iron pollution in order to reduce the amount of iron in the environment.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for controlling iron-capturing pathogens. In preferred embodiments, the subject invention can be applied to an environment in which a pathological microorganism is growing, wherein the microorganism pathologically captures iron in order to control the pathogen by outcompeting the pathogen for iron resources.
This invention relates to compositions and methods of microbial enhanced oil recovery using biochemical-producing microbes. In specific embodiments, the methods of the subject invention comprise applying a biosurfactant-producing bacteria and/or a growth by-product thereof to an oil-producing site. In preferred embodiments, the bacteria is a strain of Bacillus in spore form. In some embodiments, the methods further comprise applying the bacteria with a yeast fermentation product, an alkaline compound, a polymer, a non-biological surfactant, and/or one or more chelating agents. Advantageously, the subject invention can be useful for stimulating the flow of oil from a well, as well as dissolving scale present in an oil-bearing formation.
C09K 8/582 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de bactéries
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
C09K 8/588 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de polymères spécifiques
The subject invention provides biosurfactants, as well as their use to, for example, efficiently clean contaminating and/or fouling substances such as paint, mold and algae from porous surfaces, and/or to enhance the cleaning of contaminants from non-porous surfaces.
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids that can eliminate existing foam and/or prevent the formation of new foam. The modifications including peracetylation and/or global transformation of sophorose hydroxyl groups of sophorolipids to ethers to reduce the HLB value and create biobased defoamers with high biobased carbon content. The present invention also provides compositions comprising modified sophorolipids and methods of using such compositions for inhibiting and/or reducing foam formation.
C07H 15/10 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide contenant des liaisons non saturées carbone-carbone
C07H 9/02 - Hétérocycle contenant uniquement des atomes d'oxygène comme hétéro-atomes du cycle
C07H 15/22 - Cycles cyclohexane substitués par des atomes d'azote
C07H 15/26 - Radicaux acycliques ou carbocycliques substitués par des hétérocycles
C11D 3/00 - Autres composés entrant dans les compositions détergentes couvertes par le groupe
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for recovering materials from industrial wastewater. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for recovery of metals, elements, compounds, and minerals, which can be used for creating useful products.
C02F 103/10 - Nature de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux ou boues d'égout à traiter provenant de carrières ou d'activités minières
C02F 103/36 - Nature de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux ou boues d'égout à traiter provenant de l'industrie chimique non prévue dans les groupes provenant de la fabrication de composés organiques
8.
Compositions and Methods for Paraffin Liquefaction and Enhanced Oil Recovery in Oil Wells and Associated Equipment
The subject invention provides compositions comprising solvents and surfactants, as well as their use in improving oil and/or gas production. In some embodiments, the compositions comprise chemical or synthetic solvents and/or surfactants. In other embodiments, the compositions comprise biological components, such as microorganisms and/or their growth by-products. The subject invention can be used to dissolve, disperse and/or emulsify paraffin precipitates and/or deposits; prevent and/or inhibit paraffin deposition; remove rust deposits and prevent corrosion associated therewith; inhibit bacterial growth and/or biofilm formation; and to enhance oil recovery.
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
C09K 8/582 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de bactéries
E21B 43/16 - Procédés de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures
9.
PH- AND TEMPERATURE-STABLE ETHERIC SOPHOROLIPIDS AND THEIR USE
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids of formula (I) that are more pH-and temperature-stable than its lactonic counterparts. Moreover, the compound has reduced HLB parameters, as well as improved wetting and solubilization parameters, water-in-oil emulsification ability, surface tension-lowering activity, and/or antimicrobial activity compared to their acidic or even lactonic counterparts.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for defoaming or inhibiting foam production. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for defoaming or inhibiting foam production, which can be used for increasing the efficiency of processing mined materials.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for grinding materials. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for grinding, which can be used for increasing the rate of grinding and/or the amount of ground particles.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods of precipitating contaminants, target elements, targe minerals, and other target compounds out of a liquid. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for precipitation, which can be used for increasing the rate of precipitation, the quality of the precipitant, and/or the amount of precipitant.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods of clarification. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for clarification, which can be used to increase the rate of clarification of liquids.
C02F 1/52 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par floculation ou précipitation d'impuretés en suspension
C02F 1/54 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par floculation ou précipitation d'impuretés en suspension utilisant des produits organiques
The subject invention provides compositions for treating standing water, such as retention ponds and puddles, as well as soils prone to flooding and pooling. More specifically, the subject invention provides microbe-derived compositions as well as their use in preventing and/or mitigating, i.e., draining, undesirable standing water and/or problems associated with standing water, such as mosquitos and algal growth. Advantageously, the compositions and methods of the subject invention can be used as environmentally friendly, non-toxic and cost-effective solutions for water-use efficiency, soil health, and pest control.
C02F 1/54 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par floculation ou précipitation d'impuretés en suspension utilisant des produits organiques
The subject invention provides a method for improving the solubility of azelaic acid (AzA), wherein the method comprises oxidizing a linear sophorolipid to produce AzA and a short chain, truncated sophorolipid. The truncated sophorolipid can bring the AzA into solution at higher levels and lower pH than when AzA is produced using oleic acid starting materials and methods that are known in the art.
C07C 51/34 - Préparation d'acides carboxyliques, de leurs sels, halogénures ou anhydrides par oxydation avec l'ozonePréparation d'acides carboxyliques, de leurs sels, halogénures ou anhydrides par hydrolyse d'ozonides
C07C 51/21 - Préparation d'acides carboxyliques, de leurs sels, halogénures ou anhydrides par oxydation avec l'oxygène moléculaire
C07C 51/285 - Préparation d'acides carboxyliques, de leurs sels, halogénures ou anhydrides par oxydation avec des composés peroxydés
A61K 31/7028 - Composés ayant des radicaux saccharide liés à des composés non-saccharide par des liaisons glycosidiques
A61K 31/20 - Acides carboxyliques, p. ex. acide valproïque ayant un groupe carboxyle lié à une chaîne acyclique d'au moins sept atomes de carbone, p. ex. acides stéarique, palmitique ou arachidique
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for remediating and/or preventing the precipitation of salts in industrial and consumer products. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for use as clarifying additives in, e.g., cleaning products, detergents and personal care products.
C02F 5/10 - Traitement de l'eau avec des produits chimiques complexants ou des agents solubilisants pour l'adoucissement, la prévention ou l'élimination de l'entartrage, p. ex. par addition d'agents séquestrants en utilisant des substances organiques
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BIOSURFACTANTS FOR IRON AND ZINC SULFIDE SCALE REMEDIATION AND CONTROL
The subject invention provides scale inhibitors and/or dispersants comprising microbial surfactants, or biosurfactants, as well as methods of their use for removing metal sulfide scale deposits and/or preventing the precipitation and/or deposition thereof on the surfaces of, for example, reservoirs, wellbores, pipelines, tubing and other oilfield equipment.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods of their use for improving soil structure and hydrology. Advantageously, the compositions and methods of the subject invention can be formulated as environmentally-friendly, non-toxic and cost-effective solutions to the growing problems of, for example, water shortages, water-use inefficiency, declining soil health, nutrient leaching and runoff, and soil-borne greenhouse gas emissions.
The subject invention provides methods for enhanced production of microbial biosurfactants using a fermentation medium that has been sterilized using ozone. The methods provide for higher yields of the biosurfactants, improved color, and reduced energy expenditure compared with standard fermentation techniques that rely upon thermal sterilization.
C12P 19/44 - Préparation d'O-glucosides, p. ex. glucosides
A61L 2/20 - Procédés ou appareils de désinfection ou de stérilisation de matériaux ou d'objets autres que les denrées alimentaires ou les lentilles de contactAccessoires à cet effet utilisant des substances chimiques des substances gazeuses, p. ex. des vapeurs
C12M 1/00 - Appareillage pour l'enzymologie ou la microbiologie
C12M 1/12 - Appareillage pour l'enzymologie ou la microbiologie avec des moyens de stérilisation, filtration ou dialyse
20.
MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR INCREASING GOLD RECOVERY FROM LEACHATE SOLUTIONS
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for extracting impurities from gold ore. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for pre-leaching treatments of gold ore, which can be used for reducing carbonaceous material in gold ore.
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
21.
MODIFIED SOPHOROLIPID FOR IMPROVED BIOAVAILABILITY OF AMINO ACIDS AND METHOD OF USE
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids modified with amino acids to improve, e.g., the bioavailability of the amino acids. The modified sophorolipids of the present invention are capable of efficiently delivering the amino acids to the target site and enhancing the efficacy of the amino acid and/or the sophorolipids.
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids modified with amino acids to improve, e.g., the bioavailability of the amino acids. The modified sophorolipids of the present invention are capable of efficiently delivering the amino acids to the target site and enhancing the efficacy of the amino acid and/or the sophorolipids.
A61K 47/54 - Préparations médicinales caractérisées par les ingrédients non actifs utilisés, p. ex. les supports ou les additifs inertesAgents de ciblage ou de modification chimiquement liés à l’ingrédient actif l’ingrédient non actif étant chimiquement lié à l’ingrédient actif, p. ex. conjugués polymère-médicament l’ingrédient non actif étant un agent de modification l’agent de modification étant un composé organique
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally friendly compositions and efficient methods for reverse osmosis. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for reverse osmosis, which can be used for increasing the rate of reverse osmosis, the quality of the purified liquid resulting from reverse osmosis, the filtration efficiency of the semi-permeable reverse osmosis membrane, or any combination thereof.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for improved acidizing treatments in oil and gas wells, as well as for enhancing oil recovery. Advantageously, the invention utilizes naturally-derived ingredients to replace and/or reduce chemical acidizing additives in order to simplify acidizing jobs, reduce logistics and improve efficiency. Furthermore, the invention allows for acidizing additives that are typically incompatible to be combined into a stable formulation without high energy input and with reduced need for on-site preparation.
C09K 8/72 - Produits chimiques érosifs, p. ex. acides
C09K 8/74 - Produits chimiques érosifs, p. ex. acides combinés avec des additifs ajoutés à des fins spécifiques
C09K 8/60 - Compositions pour activer la production en agissant sur la formation souterraine
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
E21B 43/27 - Procédés pour activer la production par formation de crevasses ou de fractures par emploi de produits chimiques érosifs, p. ex. d'acides
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids comprising taurine for improved foaming performance. The present invention also provides compositions comprising the modified sophorolipids formulated for cosmetics and personal care products. Further provided are methods for improving skin conditions, enhancing and/or maintaining the oral health, and cleaning, enhancing and/or maintaining heathy hair of a subject.
C07D 407/12 - Composés hétérocycliques contenant plusieurs hétérocycles, au moins un cycle comportant des atomes d'oxygène comme uniques hétéro-atomes du cycle, non prévus par le groupe contenant deux hétérocycles liés par une chaîne contenant des hétéro-atomes comme chaînons
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for flocculation. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for flocculation, which can be used for increasing the rate of flocculation and/or the amount of agglomerated particles.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide, methane, and/or nitrous oxide emissions during mining and refining processes. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising a beneficial microorganism and/or a growth by-product thereof is contacted with mined substance before and/or during leaching and/or flotation processes. The composition is capable of increasing the efficiency of leaching and reducing the amount of grinding needed before flotation, thus reducing the amount of emissions produced from the refining process.
The subject invention provides conditioning compositions for hair, fibers and textiles, wherein the conditioning compositions comprise derivatized cationic biosurfactants.
The subject invention provides biological emulsifying agents for use in formulating metalworking fluids, methods for formulating the metalworking fluids, and enhanced metalworking fluids.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for preserving food products. Specifically, the subject compositions and methods can be used to prolong the consumable life of food products, as well as to reduce and/or prevent spoilage and/or contamination by microbial agents. Preferably, the compositions comprise a blend of one or more glycolipids and one or more lipopeptides. Even more preferably, the compositions comprise sophorolipids and surfactin, lichenysin or another lipopeptide biosurfactant.
The subject invention provides microbe-based products, as well as their use, for enhancing aquaculture. In particular, the subject invention provides materials and methods for producing healthy and high quality farmed fish by applying yeast and/or biosurfactant-based compositions to a fish farm. In one embodiment, the subject invention improves the environment in which the fish are farmed. In another embodiment, the subject invention provides a highly nutritious fish feed, as well as methods of feeding fish at low cost.
A01K 61/13 - Prévention ou traitement des maladies des poissons
A01K 63/04 - Agencements pour traiter l'eau spécialement conçus pour les récipients pour poissons vivants
A01N 37/00 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux, contenant des composés organiques comportant un atome de carbone possédant trois liaisons à des hétéro-atomes, avec au plus deux liaisons à un halogène, p. ex. acides carboxyliques
A23K 10/10 - Produits alimentaires pour animaux obtenus par des procédés microbiologiques ou biochimiques
A23K 10/16 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires
A23K 10/18 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires de micro-organismes vivants
A23K 50/80 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les animaux aquatiques, p. ex. pour les poissons, les crustacés ou les mollusques
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for binding. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for binding, which can be used for increasing the rate of binding solid particles by increasing the adhesive force between particles.
C22B 1/244 - AgglutinationBriquetage avec des liants organiques
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
32.
MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR MAINTAINING INDUSTRIAL, MECHANICAL AND RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT
The subject invention provides yeast-based products, as well as their use to improve industrial production and performance by, for example, efficiently cleaning contaminating and/or fouling substances such as FOG, biofilm, paraffin, and/or asphaltenes from industrial equipment.
Bioleaching compositions for processing ores or other matter including metal or metal salt are presented, where the bioleaching composition includes a biosurfactant and metal solubilizing reagents. The biosurfactant can be a sophorolipid biosurfactant (SLP) and the metal solubilizing reagents include an acid and an oxidant or a microorganism. In methods of bioleaching using the bioleaching composition, the metals from the ores can be isolated from a solution phase or from a non-solution phase. The subject invention further provides compositions derived from microorganisms for pre-leaching treatments of the metal source, which can be used for reducing impurities in metal source. The use of the bioleaching composition enhances the rate of extraction and/or the throughput of the process.
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
C22B 3/06 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés par lixiviation dans des solutions inorganiques acides
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for suppressing dust. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for dust suppression, which can be used for reducing the production of dust and/or the amount of airborne.
The subject invention provides microbial fertilizer compositions for improving nitrogen uptake in plants and for reducing fertilizer usage in crop production.
In one aspect, the invention pertains to a nail polish remover composition comprising a glycolipid to reduce the occurrence of dry and/or irritated skin as well as dry nails adjacent to the nails, and/or hydrate the skin and nails. The presence of glycolipids in the composition further facilitates wetting of the nail care product and removal of the product from the nail. In another aspect, the present invention pertains to a treatment composition and method of using such composition to hydrate nails and surrounding skin and/or treat a fungal infection of hands and feet.
The topical cosmetic compositions and methods of the subject invention can be used to treat and/or prevent a variety of skin conditions, including, for example, age spots, acne, scars, body odor, aging-related conditions (e.g., wrinkles, looseness and dryness), and scalp issues (e.g., dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss). In preferred embodiments, the compositions according to the subject invention comprise biological amphiphilic molecules produced by microorganisms.
The present invention provides microbe-based products, as well as methods of their production and use, in oral health compositions. More specifically, the present invention provides materials and methods for enhancing and/or maintaining oral health using topical oral health compositions comprising microbial growth by-products, specifically, biosurfactants.
A61K 8/49 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant des composés hétérocycliques
A61K 31/7032 - Composés ayant des radicaux saccharide liés à des composés non-saccharide par des liaisons glycosidiques liés à un polyol, c.-à-d. composés ayant plusieurs groupes hydroxyle, libres ou estérifiés, y compris le groupe hydroxyle impliqué dans la liaison glycosidique, p. ex. monoglucosyl-diacylglycérides, acide lactobionique, gangliosides
A61Q 11/00 - Préparations pour le nettoyage des dents, de la bouche ou des prothèses dentaires, p. ex. dentifricesBains de bouche
The subject invention provides topical therapeutic compositions and methods of their use for promoting the growth of hair. The subject invention utilizes topical compositions comprising microbial growth by-products and pharmacologic or naturopathic hair growth promoters. In specific embodiments, the microbial growth by-products are biosurfactants.
A61K 8/49 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant des composés hétérocycliques
A61K 8/99 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de micro-organismes autres que des algues ou des champignons, p. ex. à base de protozoaires ou de bactéries
A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesPyrimidines hydrogénées, p. ex. triméthoprime non condensées et contenant d'autres hétérocycles
A61K 31/565 - Composés contenant des systèmes cycliques du cyclopenta[a]hydrophénanthrèneLeurs dérivés, p. ex. stéroïdes non substitués en position 17 bêta par un atome de carbone, p. ex. œstrane, œstradiol
A61K 31/58 - Composés contenant des systèmes cycliques du cyclopenta[a]hydrophénanthrèneLeurs dérivés, p. ex. stéroïdes contenant des hétérocycles, p. ex. danazol, stanozolol, pancuronium ou digitogénine
A61Q 5/02 - Préparations pour le lavage des cheveux
A61Q 5/12 - Préparations contenant des agents de conditionnement des cheveux
A61Q 7/00 - Préparations pour modifier la pousse des cheveux ou des poils
40.
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR SEPARATING METALS AND/OR MINERALS FROM A SOURCE MATERIAL USING FROTH FLOTATION
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly, compositions and methods for extracting minerals and/or metals from rock, ore, tailings, and/or coal combustion wastes. More specifically, the subject invention provides for enhanced froth flotation, including direct flotation or reverse flotation, of rock, ore, tailings, and/or coal fly ash using a composition comprising one or more biosurfactants.
The subject invention provides topical therapeutic compositions and methods of their use for enhanced healing of wounds, including burns, and scars of the skin. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention provides materials and methods for reducing the healing time of skin wounds and for reducing the appearance of scars. The subject invention utilizes topical compositions comprising microbial growth by-products and, optionally, a topically-acceptable carrier. In specific embodiments, the microbial growth by-products are biosurfactants.
A61L 15/26 - Composés macromoléculaires obtenus par des réactions autres que celles faisant intervenir uniquement des liaisons non saturées carbone-carboneLeurs dérivés
A61L 15/40 - Bandages, pansements ou garnitures absorbant les fluides physiologiques tels que l'urine, le sang, p. ex. serviettes hygiéniques, tampons contenant des ingrédients de constitution indéterminée ou leurs produits de réaction
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for preserving slurries by reducing or eliminating the growth of organisms, particularly microorganisms. The methods further pertain to reducing or eliminating the growth of organisms in oil and gas production and other industrial activities. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for reducing or eliminating the growth of organisms.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for moving or storing liquids, solid, or semi-solids resulting from mining activities, oil and gas production, and other industrial activities by modifying the rheological properties of the liquids, solid, or semi-solids. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for modifying the rheological properties of the liquids, solid, or semi-solids.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly, compositions and methods for extracting minerals and/or metals from ore. More specifically, the subject invention provides for bioleaching using a composition comprising one or more biosurfactant-producing microorganisms and/or microbial growth by-products. In specific embodiments, the composition comprises biosurfactant-producing yeasts and/or their growth by-products.
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
Novel bio-based surfactant derivatives with enhanced pH stability are provided, as well as their use in various consumer products. Methods of producing these surfactant derivatives are also provided.
Novel bio-based surfactant derivatives with enhanced pH stability are provided, as well as their use in various consumer products. Methods of producing these surfactant derivatives are also provided.
C07C 279/14 - Dérivés de la guanidine, c.-à-d. composés contenant le groupe les atomes d'azote liés par des liaisons simples ne faisant pas partie de groupes nitro ou nitroso ayant des atomes d'azote de groupes guanidine liés à des atomes de carbone acycliques d'un squelette carboné étant substitué de plus par des groupes carboxyle
C07C 279/12 - Dérivés de la guanidine, c.-à-d. composés contenant le groupe les atomes d'azote liés par des liaisons simples ne faisant pas partie de groupes nitro ou nitroso ayant des atomes d'azote de groupes guanidine liés à des atomes de carbone acycliques d'un squelette carboné étant substitué de plus par des atomes d'azote ne faisant pas partie de groupes nitro ou nitroso
C07H 15/04 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide
C07C 277/08 - Préparation de la guanidine ou de ses dérivés, c.-à-d. de composés contenant le groupe les atomes d'azote liés par des liaisons simples ne faisant pas partie de groupes nitro ou nitroso de guanidines substituées
C07H 1/00 - Procédés de préparation des dérivés du sucre
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for inhibiting scale formation or removing scale. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for inhibiting scale formation or removing scale, particularly from surface used in various industrial processes.
C02F 5/08 - Traitement de l'eau avec des produits chimiques complexants ou des agents solubilisants pour l'adoucissement, la prévention ou l'élimination de l'entartrage, p. ex. par addition d'agents séquestrants
C09K 8/52 - Compositions pour éviter, limiter ou éliminer les dépôts, p. ex. pour le nettoyage
C02F 103/10 - Nature de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux ou boues d'égout à traiter provenant de carrières ou d'activités minières
48.
Distributed Systems for the Efficient Production and Use of Microbe-Based Compositions
The invention relates to systems and methods for effective production and use of microorganisms and/or the fermentation broth in which they are produced. Advantageously, the system is cost-effective, scalable, quick, versatile, efficacious, and helpful in reducing resistance to chemical compounds and residue that concerns consumers.
C12P 7/64 - GraissesHuilesCires de type esterAcides gras supérieurs, c.-à-d. ayant une chaîne continue d'au moins sept atomes de carbone liée à un groupe carboxyleHuiles ou graisses oxydées
C12P 19/44 - Préparation d'O-glucosides, p. ex. glucosides
49.
Oral Health Composition Comprising Purified Biosurfactants and/or Their Derivatives
The present invention provides microbe-based products, as well as methods of their production and use, in oral health compositions. More specifically, the present invention provides materials and methods for enhancing and/or maintaining oral health using topical oral health compositions comprising microbial growth by-products, specifically, biosurfactants.
A61K 8/69 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant du fluor
A61Q 11/00 - Préparations pour le nettoyage des dents, de la bouche ou des prothèses dentaires, p. ex. dentifricesBains de bouche
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for filtering. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for filtering, which can be used for increasing the rate of filtering, the quality of the filtered particles, and/or the amount of filtered particles.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for coagulation. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for coagulation, which can be used for increasing the rate of molecule neutralization and the amount of agglomerated particles.
The subject invention provides compositions comprising solvents and surfactants, as well as their use in improving oil and/or gas production. In some embodiments, the compositions comprise chemical or synthetic solvents and/or surfactants. In other embodiments, the compositions comprise biological components, such as microorganisms and/or their growth by-products. The subject invention can be used to dissolve, disperse and/or emulsify paraffin precipitates and/or deposits; prevent and/or inhibit paraffin deposition; remove rust deposits and prevent corrosion associated therewith; inhibit bacterial growth and/or biofilm formation; and to enhance oil recovery.
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
C09K 8/582 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de bactéries
E21B 43/16 - Procédés de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures
53.
SOPHOROLIPIDS AND SOPHOROLIPID DERIVATIVES AS TANK MIX ADDITIVES AND ADJUVANTS IN CROP PROTECTION FORMULATIONS
The subject invention relates to the use of sophorolipids and novel sophorolipid derivatives as tank mix additives and/or adjuvants for pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals.
A01N 43/16 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux, contenant des composés hétérocycliques comportant des cycles avec un ou plusieurs atomes d'oxygène ou de soufre comme uniques hétéro-atomes du cycle avec un hétéro-atome des cycles à six chaînons avec l'oxygène comme hétéro-atome du cycle
54.
Remediation of rag layer and other disposable layers in oil tanks and storage equipment
The subject invention provides microbe-based products, as well as their use to improve oil production and refining efficiency by, for example, remediating the disposable layers in oil tanks and other oil storage units. In preferred embodiments, the microbe-based products comprise biochemical-producing yeast and growth by-products thereof, such as, e.g., biosurfactants. The subject invention can be used to remediate rag layer and/or other dissolved solid layers that form in water-oil emulsions. Furthermore, the subject invention can be used for remediating solid impurities, such as sand, scale, rust and clay, in produced water, flow-back, brine, and/or fracking fluids.
C02F 1/50 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par addition ou emploi d'un germicide, ou par traitement oligodynamique
C02F 3/34 - Traitement biologique de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout caractérisé par les micro-organismes utilisés
C09K 8/58 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement
C09K 8/66 - Compositions à base d'eau ou de solvants polaires
C09K 8/84 - Compositions à base d'eau ou de solvants polaires
C10G 32/00 - Raffinage des huiles d'hydrocarbures par des moyens électriques ou magnétiques, par irradiation ou par utilisation de micro-organismes
C10G 33/04 - Déshydratation ou désémulsification des huiles d'hydrocarbures par des moyens chimiques
Novel sophorolipid derivatives with enhanced antimicrobial activity have been identified as disinfecting active ingredients. These derivatives are produced through a fermentation of Starmerella bombicola utilizing dextrose and an oleochemical feedstock that is high in oleic acid. A two-step synthetic scheme is used to generate a reactive aldehyde handle and then install nature-derived cationic biodegradable functional groups. These cationic sophorolipid derivatives are purified using ion exchange resins to afford high purity sophorolipid derivative salts for formulation into disinfecting consumer products.
C12P 19/44 - Préparation d'O-glucosides, p. ex. glucosides
A01N 43/16 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux, contenant des composés hétérocycliques comportant des cycles avec un ou plusieurs atomes d'oxygène ou de soufre comme uniques hétéro-atomes du cycle avec un hétéro-atome des cycles à six chaînons avec l'oxygène comme hétéro-atome du cycle
A01P 1/00 - DésinfectantsComposés antimicrobiens ou leurs mélanges
A61L 2/18 - Procédés ou appareils de désinfection ou de stérilisation de matériaux ou d'objets autres que les denrées alimentaires ou les lentilles de contactAccessoires à cet effet utilisant des substances chimiques des substances liquides
C07H 15/10 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide contenant des liaisons non saturées carbone-carbone
The subject invention provides materials and methods for preventing, inhibiting or reducing biofilm formation and biofilm infections, in particular, in the respiratory tract of a subject. The invention utilizes growth by-products of beneficial microorganisms to enhance the effectiveness of biocidal substances in the treatment, disruption and/or prevention of biofilms. Advantageously, the subject invention is useful against antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, such as MRSA, Helicobacter pylori, S. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa and A. fumigatus.
A61K 47/26 - Hydrates de carbone, p. ex. polyols ou sucres alcoolisés, sucres aminés, acides nucléiques, mono-, di- ou oligosaccharidesLeurs dérivés, p. ex. polysorbates, esters d’acide gras de sorbitan ou glycyrrhizine
A61K 45/06 - Mélanges d'ingrédients actifs sans caractérisation chimique, p. ex. composés antiphlogistiques et pour le cœur
A61K 47/14 - Esters d’acides carboxyliques, p. ex. acides gras monoglycérides, triglycérides à chaine moyenne, parabènes ou esters d’acide gras de PEG
A61K 47/42 - ProtéinesPolypeptidesLeurs produits de dégradationLeurs dérivés p. ex. albumine, gélatine ou zéine
57.
METHODS FOR PRODUCING BIO-DERIVATIZED LINEAR SOPHOROLIPIDS
Materials and methods are provided for producing bio-derivatized sophorolipids (SLP) via yeast fermentation, wherein SLP molecules are transformed in situ into derivative molecules through selective modification of nutrients and feedstock. The final percentage of linear-type SLP with respect to total SLP produced is at least 70% or greater, through a single fermentation process, thereby eliminating the need for additional downstream processing or chemical reactions.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for granulation. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for granulation, which can be used for increasing the rate of granulation and/or the amount of aggregated particles.
B01J 2/28 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la granulation de substances, en généralTraitement de matériaux particulaires leur permettant de s'écouler librement, en général, p. ex. en les rendant hydrophobes en utilisant des charges particulières
B01J 2/06 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour la granulation de substances, en généralTraitement de matériaux particulaires leur permettant de s'écouler librement, en général, p. ex. en les rendant hydrophobes par division du produit liquide en gouttelettes, p. ex. par pulvérisation, et solidification des gouttelettes en milieu liquide
C12P 19/44 - Préparation d'O-glucosides, p. ex. glucosides
The subject invention provides environmentally-friendly systems for the management of crops, soil, water and livestock. More specifically, the invention provides for a holistic approach using microbe-based and/or biosurfactant-based soil treatment compositions to address the various pain points experienced by growers and livestock producers, including those involving soil and water management.
This present invention relates to compositions and methods of microbial enhanced oil recovery using Bacillus subtilis strains. The invention also relates to compositions and methods for performing oil degradation with Bacillus subtilis strains. The compositions and methods of the present invention are also used for enhanced commercial biosurfactant and enzyme production.
C12N 1/38 - Stimulation chimique de la croissance ou de l'activité par addition de composés chimiques qui ne sont pas des facteurs essentiels de croissanceStimulation de la croissance par élimination d'un composé chimique
C12P 1/04 - Préparation de composés ou de compositions, non prévue dans les groupes , utilisant des micro-organismes ou des enzymesProcédés généraux de préparation de composés ou de compositions utilisant des micro-organismes ou des enzymes utilisant des bactéries
C12Q 1/689 - Produits d’acides nucléiques utilisés dans l’analyse d’acides nucléiques, p. ex. amorces ou sondes pour la détection ou l’identification d’organismes pour les bactéries
C12N 9/00 - Enzymes, p. ex. ligases (6.)ProenzymesCompositions les contenantProcédés pour préparer, activer, inhiber, séparer ou purifier des enzymes
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for chelating and/or descaling. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for the use of chelating agents in metalworking, oil and gas production, polymerization, pulp and paper production, cleaning, household cleaners and descalers, textiles, mining, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food and beverage production, cosmetics, and water treatment, which can be used for creating useful products.
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
C09K 8/528 - Compositions pour éviter, limiter ou éliminer les dépôts, p. ex. pour le nettoyage les dépôts inorganiques, p. ex. sulfates ou carbonates
C09K 8/60 - Compositions pour activer la production en agissant sur la formation souterraine
63.
Compositions for Improving the Environmental Impact of Printing and Dyeing
The subject invention provides environmentally-friendly compositions and methods for enhancing the printing and dyeing of goods such as paper and textiles. In certain embodiments, the methods of the subject invention comprise incorporating the application of a biological amphiphilic molecule into a printing or dyeing process to reduce chemical usage, reduce water usage, reduce water pollution and/or provide an added benefit to the process. In certain embodiments, the methods of the subject invention comprise substituting a chemical surfactant with a biological amphiphilic molecule in one or more steps involved in printing and/or dyeing that would traditionally utilize a chemical surfactant.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing the carbon footprint of producing biofuels. Microbe-based soil treatment compositions are utilized to reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the agricultural practices of producing feedstock crops.
This present invention relates to compositions to improve concrete using biochemical-producing microbes and/or byproducts synthesized by the microbes. The invention also relates to methods for enhancing the performance of the concrete with said microbial strains and/or their byproducts.
The subject invention provides topical therapeutic compositions and methods of their use for enhanced healing of wounds, including burns, and scars of the skin, wherein the compositions and methods utilize microbial biosurfactants. The invention reduces the healing time of skin wounds, reduces the appearance of scars, and improves other skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and eczema.
A61L 15/26 - Composés macromoléculaires obtenus par des réactions autres que celles faisant intervenir uniquement des liaisons non saturées carbone-carboneLeurs dérivés
A61K 31/7028 - Composés ayant des radicaux saccharide liés à des composés non-saccharide par des liaisons glycosidiques
A61K 35/747 - Lactobacilles, p. ex. L. acidophilus ou L. brevis
A61K 38/40 - Transferrines, p. ex. lactoferrines, ovotransferrines
A61K 45/06 - Mélanges d'ingrédients actifs sans caractérisation chimique, p. ex. composés antiphlogistiques et pour le cœur
The subject invention provides compositions and methods of their use for improving soil structure and hydrology. Advantageously, the compositions and methods of the subject invention can be formulated as environmentally-friendly, non-toxic and cost-effective solutions to the growing problems of, for example, water shortages, water-use inefficiency, declining soil health, nutrient leaching and runoff, and soil-borne greenhouse gas emissions
The subject invention provides environmentally-friendly compositions and methods for enhancing production of textiles and leather. In certain embodiments, the methods of the subject invention comprise incorporating the application of a biological amphiphilic molecule into a textile or leather-making process to reduce chemical usage, reduce water usage, reduce water pollution and/or provide an added benefit to the process. In certain embodiments, the methods of the subject invention comprise substituting a chemical surfactant with a biological amphiphilic molecule in one or more steps involved in textile or leather-making process that would traditionally utilize a chemical surfactant.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing deleterious atmospheric gas emissions produced in livestock animals' digestive systems and/or waste. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising one or more beneficial microorganisms and/or one or more microbial growth by-products is contacted with the livestock animal's digestive system and/or waste in order to, for example, control methanogenic bacteria therein.
A23K 10/18 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires de micro-organismes vivants
A23K 10/30 - Produits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine végétale, p. ex. de racines, de graines ou de foinProduits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine fongique, p. ex. de champignons
A23K 20/158 - Acides grasGraissesProduits contenant des huiles ou des graisses
A23K 20/20 - Substances inorganiques, p. ex. oligo-éléments
A23K 50/15 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les ruminants contenant des substances transformées métaboliquement en protéines, p. ex. des sels d’ammonium ou de l'urée
C02F 3/34 - Traitement biologique de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout caractérisé par les micro-organismes utilisés
C05F 3/00 - Engrais fabriqués à partir des excréments humains ou animaux, y compris le fumier
Compositions and methods are provided for improving a plant's immune response using a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products. Specifically, the subject invention improves a plant's ability to withstand an infection by a pest or pathogen using a combination of a Trichoderma sp. fungus and a Bacillus sp. bacterium, and, optionally, one or more other microorganisms. In certain embodiments, the compositions and methods of the subject invention can modulate the recognition of PAMPs and/or the induction of defensive mechanisms in a plant. In a specific embodiment, the invention reduces induction of self-harming defensive mechanisms that are irreversible and/or over-induced in the plant.
This present invention relates to modified sophorolipid molecules for enhancing the dispersion of particulate substances, including nanoparticles. In certain embodiments, the compositions and methods can be used for improved dispersion in paint and coating formulations and for improved dispersion of mined materials.
C07H 15/10 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide contenant des liaisons non saturées carbone-carbone
C07H 15/06 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide le radical acyclique étant un groupe hydroxyalkyle estérifié par un acide gras
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
C22B 3/26 - Traitement ou purification de solutions, p. ex. de solutions obtenues par lixiviation par extraction liquide-liquide utilisant des composés organiques
C22B 3/44 - Traitement ou purification de solutions, p. ex. de solutions obtenues par lixiviation par des procédés chimiques
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for solvent extraction. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for solvent extraction, which can be used for increasing the rate of solvent extraction and/or the amount of extracted metals, minerals, elements, or other substances of interest.
C22B 3/26 - Traitement ou purification de solutions, p. ex. de solutions obtenues par lixiviation par extraction liquide-liquide utilisant des composés organiques
C22B 3/18 - Extraction de composés métalliques par voie humide à partir de minerais ou de concentrés à l'aide de micro-organismes ou d'enzymes, p. ex. de bactéries ou d'algues
C22B 3/44 - Traitement ou purification de solutions, p. ex. de solutions obtenues par lixiviation par des procédés chimiques
C22B 1/00 - Traitement préliminaire de minerais ou de débris ou déchets métalliques
74.
Microbial Products and Their Use in Bioremediation and to Remove Paraffin and Other Contaminating Substances from Oil and Gas Production and Processing Equipment
The subject invention provides microbe-based products, as well as their use in simultaneously enhancing oil recovery from an oil well while efficiently removing contaminating compositions such as biofilm, scale, paraffin, and/or asphaltenes from oil production equipment and oil-bearing formations. The subject invention can also be used to disperse paraffin and asphaltene precipitates, and to reduce the viscosity of heavy crude oil. The subject invention further provides materials and methods for bioremediation of hydrocarbon-contaminated sites.
C09K 8/52 - Compositions pour éviter, limiter ou éliminer les dépôts, p. ex. pour le nettoyage
C09K 8/524 - Compositions pour éviter, limiter ou éliminer les dépôts, p. ex. pour le nettoyage les dépôts organiques, p. ex. paraffines ou asphaltènes
C09K 8/54 - Compositions pour inhiber in situ la corrosion dans les puits ou les trous de forage
C09K 8/584 - Compositions pour les méthodes de récupération assistée pour l'extraction d'hydrocarbures, c.-à-d. pour améliorer la mobilité de l'huile, p. ex. fluides de déplacement caractérisées par l'utilisation de tensio-actifs spécifiques
C09K 8/60 - Compositions pour activer la production en agissant sur la formation souterraine
C10G 32/00 - Raffinage des huiles d'hydrocarbures par des moyens électriques ou magnétiques, par irradiation ou par utilisation de micro-organismes
The invention provides materials and method for controlling pests, in particular, nematodes. The invention also provides compositions comprising biosurfactants as pesticides.
A01N 43/16 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux, contenant des composés hétérocycliques comportant des cycles avec un ou plusieurs atomes d'oxygène ou de soufre comme uniques hétéro-atomes du cycle avec un hétéro-atome des cycles à six chaînons avec l'oxygène comme hétéro-atome du cycle
C06B 31/28 - Compositions contenant un sel inorganique d'un composé d'azote et d'oxygène le sel étant du nitrate d'ammonium
C06B 47/14 - Compositions dans lesquelles les composants sont conservés séparément jusqu'au moment de l'explosion ou de la combustion, p. ex. explosifs du type "Sprengel"Suspensions d'un composant solide dans une phase liquide normalement non explosive, y compris une phase aqueuse épaissie contenant un composant solide et une phase aqueuse
78.
EMULSION EXPLOSIVE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for initiating explosions. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for emulsion explosives, which can also be used for stabilizing emulsion explosive compositions.
C06B 47/14 - Compositions dans lesquelles les composants sont conservés séparément jusqu'au moment de l'explosion ou de la combustion, p. ex. explosifs du type "Sprengel"Suspensions d'un composant solide dans une phase liquide normalement non explosive, y compris une phase aqueuse épaissie contenant un composant solide et une phase aqueuse
C06B 31/28 - Compositions contenant un sel inorganique d'un composé d'azote et d'oxygène le sel étant du nitrate d'ammonium
79.
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR CLEANING HIGH VISCOSITY SUBSTANCES FROM STORAGE AND TRANSPORT VESSELS
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for cleaning highly viscous substances from storage and/or transport vessels. More specifically, the subject invention provides materials and methods for improving oil and gas production by treating storage and/or transport vessels with a composition capable of emulsifying highly viscous polymeric substances for enhancing the removal and/or recycling thereof. The recycling can comprise using the cleaned highly viscous polymeric substance as a friction reducer in the hydraulic fracturing process.
Novel cationic surfactant derivatives are provided, which have enhanced pH stability and surprising ability to clean soils while sanitizing and/or disinfecting in a single application. Methods of their use and production are also provided. Advantageously, the novel surfactants are biodegradable and have reduced toxicity over comparable traditional surfactants.
A01N 43/16 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux, contenant des composés hétérocycliques comportant des cycles avec un ou plusieurs atomes d'oxygène ou de soufre comme uniques hétéro-atomes du cycle avec un hétéro-atome des cycles à six chaînons avec l'oxygène comme hétéro-atome du cycle
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for recovering materials from industrial wastewater. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for recovery of metals, elements, compounds, and minerals, which can be used for creating useful products.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for dewatering. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for dewatering, which can be used for increasing the rate of dewatering and/or the amount of dewatered particles.
The present invention provides modified sophorolipids that can eliminate existing foam and/or prevent the formation of new foam. The modifications including peracetylation and/or global transformation of sophorose hydroxyl groups of sophorolipids to ethers to reduce the HLB value and create biobased defoamers with high biobased carbon content. The present invention also provides compositions comprising modified sophorolipids and methods of using such compositions for inhibiting and/or reducing foam formation.
C07H 15/04 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide
C07H 15/06 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide le radical acyclique étant un groupe hydroxyalkyle estérifié par un acide gras
C07H 15/10 - Radicaux acycliques non substitués par des structures cycliques liés à un atome d'oxygène d'un radical saccharide contenant des liaisons non saturées carbone-carbone
C11D 3/00 - Autres composés entrant dans les compositions détergentes couvertes par le groupe
The subject invention provides biosurfactants, as well as their use to, for example, efficiently clean contaminating and/or fouling substances such as paint, mold and algae from porous surfaces, and/or to enhance the cleaning of contaminants from non-porous surfaces.
A23K 10/16 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires
A23K 10/30 - Produits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine végétale, p. ex. de racines, de graines ou de foinProduits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine fongique, p. ex. de champignons
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for treating and/or preventing iron deficiencies and iron chlorosis in plants. Compositions comprising an iron-capturing ingredient are contacted with plant and/or its surrounding environment in order to increase the amount of iron that is bioavailable to the plant.
A01G 7/06 - Traitement des arbres ou des plantes en cours de croissance, p. ex. pour prévenir la décomposition du bois, pour teinter les fleurs ou le bois, pour prolonger la vie des plantes
A01G 7/06 - Traitement des arbres ou des plantes en cours de croissance, p. ex. pour prévenir la décomposition du bois, pour teinter les fleurs ou le bois, pour prolonger la vie des plantes
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for reducing enteric methane in livestock animals' digestive systems and/or waste. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising an iron-capturing ingredient is contacted with the livestock animal's digestive system and/or waste in order to, for example, limit iron availability to methanogenic microorganisms and thus reduce methanogenesis.
A23K 10/16 - Ajout de micro-organismes ou de leurs produits d’extraction, p. ex. de protéines provenant d’organismes unicellulaires, à des compositions de produits alimentaires
A23K 10/30 - Produits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine végétale, p. ex. de racines, de graines ou de foinProduits alimentaires pour animaux à base de matières d’origine fongique, p. ex. de champignons
A23K 50/10 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les ruminants
A23K 50/20 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les chevaux
A23K 50/40 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les animaux carnivores, p. ex. pour les chats ou les chiens
A23K 50/70 - Produits alimentaires spécialement conçus pour des animaux spécifiques pour les oiseaux
93.
MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR CONTROL OF IRON-CAPTURING PATHOGENS
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for controlling iron-capturing pathogens. In preferred embodiments, the subject invention can be applied to an environment in which a pathological microorganism is growing, wherein the microorganism pathologically captures iron in order to control the pathogen by outcompeting the pathogen for iron resources.
The subject invention provides compositions and methods for remediating and mitigating iron pollution. In preferred embodiments, a composition comprising an iron-capturing ingredient is contacted with an environment suffering from iron pollution in order to reduce the amount of iron in the environment.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for grinding materials. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for grinding, which can be used for increasing the rate of grinding and/or the amount of ground particles.
The subject invention provides safe, environmentally-friendly compositions and efficient methods for defoaming or inhibiting foam production. More specifically, the subject invention provides compositions derived from microorganisms for defoaming or inhibiting foam production, which can be used for increasing the efficiency of processing mined materials.
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for enhancing bioavailability of health-promoting substances, such as pharmaceuticals and nutritional supplements. The subject invention utilizes an adjuvant composition comprising one or more microbial-produced biosurfactants and/or isoforms thereof, to enhance bioavailability of health-promoting substances and to reduce the effective dosage that is required.
A61K 47/26 - Hydrates de carbone, p. ex. polyols ou sucres alcoolisés, sucres aminés, acides nucléiques, mono-, di- ou oligosaccharidesLeurs dérivés, p. ex. polysorbates, esters d’acide gras de sorbitan ou glycyrrhizine
