Ammonia production usually requires the formation of molecular hydrogen followed by contacting the hydrogen with molecular nitrogen over a catalyst in the Haber Bosch process for ammonia synthesis, more commonly known as simply the Haber process. This small-scale liquid anhydrous ammonia reactor allows for the production of ammonia on a distributed and as-needed basis from water vapor and air (nitrogen source). The ammonia synthesis reactor process is also able to produce ammonia at relatively low temperatures as well as atmospheric pressure. Once formed, ammonia can be used in fertilizer production and pharmaceutical production. (Z07182)
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This retrovirus free cell line allows for the production of human and animal vaccines and is useful for developing vaccines which are not susceptible to retrovirus contamination. This is important because it will reduce the side effects of a vaccine developed from this cell line, and reduce the chance of vaccine recall by the FDA. (2012-05-07)(95149)
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A lantibiotic, derived from culture of Bifidobacterium longum, has natural bactericidal action against both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, including E.Coli and Salmonella. It has broad potential applications to be used as a preservative to extend shelf life or antibiotic in pharmaceutical, food and nutrition industries. (Z07178)
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Biodiesel can be produced from dry distillers grains with solubles (DDGS), leftover from corn consumed in ethanol production using this chemical process. It is an add-on system placed at the end of an existing ethanol production plant for additional revenue. The process converts corn oil extracted from the DDGS into biodiesel, and further refines the biodiesel into a useable biofuel. This biofuel is an alternative to biodiesel formed from soybeans. (Z04005)
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A planting mixture of switchgrasses and legumes has been shown to sequester carbon at high levels on degraded or marginal lands. This mixture can be used to produce a carbon-negative biofuel or produce carbon offsets which can be sold under the Kyoto protocol or Chicago Climate Exchange. (2012-02-22) (Z08031)
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A biological synthesis of carotenoids results in higher concentrations and fewer impurities than plant based extraction and may be less expensive than chemical synthesis. Furthermore, biosynthesis results in unique carotenoids that are not found in nature which could have far reaching implications in the food colorant or nutraceutical industry. (Z05100)
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The Frontenac gris grape is a cold hardy grape variety that is an excellent grape for table, dessert and ice wines. Frontenac gris vines are “grower-friendly” due to their winter hardiness, disease resistance, strong vigor, desirable growth habitat and high yield potential. (2012-04-06) (Z02115)
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The La Crescent grape is a very cold hardy grape cultivar that produces a white wine of excellent quality, reminiscent of the cultivar Vignoles. La Crescent vines have tolerated vineyard temperatures as low as -36 F in early February with only minor bud loss. It ripens in mid-season. (2012-04-09) (Z01051)
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The Marquette grape is a cold hardy, red wine grape variety with excellent disease resistance. Marquette grape’s high sugar and moderate acidity make it very manageable in the winery. As a red wine, Marquette represents a new standard in cold hardy viticulture and enology. (2012-04-05) (Z05103)
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A dairy farm application for mobile devices allows for the standardization in which dairy herds are evaluated in regards to cow comfort, animal well-being, biosafety, food safety, nutrition as well as many other factors pertaining to the dairy industry. This streamlined approach using mobile devices allows for a much more efficient and practical method for data collection and sharing that will help to revolutionize the way in which the dairy industry professionals can access critical information. (2012-04-24) (20120138)
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An E. coli strain has been genetically engineered that can convert unrefined glycerol to ethanol in a fast and high yield E. coli fermentation process. Glycerol waste (also called glycerin or glycerine) is the major waste product in biodiesel manufacturing processes, and this E. coli strain can efficiently convert this biodiesel waste into ethanol, a type of biofuel. Existing processes utilize E. coli for bacterial fermentation to convert glycerol to ethanol, but at much lower yields and much slower rates. (Z09192)
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FINPACK Farm Financial Analysis and Management Software helps producers, lenders, and agricultural professionals evaluate farms’ financial positions, explore alternatives, and make informed farm management decisions. The software prepares balance sheets, analyzes financial performance, and projects cash flows, profitability, liquidity and operating credit requirements for any portion of a year or up to 10 years. Specialized software versions are available for producers, lenders, and agricultural professionals. FINPACK is the most popular financial software in farm management. (89135)
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The Honeycrisp Apple, known in Europe as the Honeycrunch Apple, is one of the University of Minnesota's best-known apples. They are widely grown around the world. Millions have been sold to people who love the well-balanced sweet-tart taste, and explosively crisp, juicy texture.
Honeycrisp was named the Minnesota State Fruit in 2006. This honor was bestowed for several reasons: Its taste, its popularity and for having helped revive a declining apple growing industry and bringing much needed revenue to small-to-medium sized, family-run orchards. Because of the broad appeal of Honeycrisp's flavor and texture, it sells at a premium price. (88106)
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Influenza infections such as triple reassortant influenza A viruses (IAV) of swine are beginning to emerge as zoonotic strains in swine-herds. Recently discovered DNA aptamers are high precision influenza A-specific aptamers and may allow for rapid detection and typing of viruses. (2012-11-20) (20130017)
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MicroRNA based markers that may allow for the predicted prognosis in human and canine osteosarcoma have recently been discovered. This genetic signature microRNA panel provides prognostic and predictive markers that may aid in determining the aggressiveness, risk of metastasis, and poor outcomes in patients diagnosed with osteosarcoma. The genetic signature used in this technology is identical in humans and canines, allowing it to be used for either patient population. (2013-01-28) (20130130)
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A fungal biological control agent has been identified that is effective against multiple nematode species and is an alternative to nematicides. The endoparasitic fungus Hirsutella minnesotensis was discovered to be a parasite of the soybean cyst nematode (SCN). (2013-04-03) (Z00030)
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A non-thermal food pasteurization system effectively removes pathogens while preserving the liquid’s nutrients, flavors, aromas, and colors. This method partially sterilizes the liquid by generating a non-thermal plasma. The system includes a reactor that generates non-thermal plasma species that are highly reactive and extremely effective in killing live pathogens, and can be used to pasteurize milk, juices, and canned food products. (2012-05-31) (Z01168)
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The Nutrition Data System for Research (NDSR) software analyzes nutrition facts in food, menus, recipes and dietary supplements using a comprehensive Food and Nutrient Database. NDSR includes more than 160,000 ingredient combinations and over 18,000 foods including brand name products. Developed in 1987 and updated continually by the Nutrition Coordinating Center, this software has been used by hundreds of institutions throughout the United States. (87072)
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SnowSweet® Apple is an apple hybrid between Sharon and Connell Red with a sweet, buttery taste. SnowSweet® is a late season apple and is cold hardy with an appetizing, white, flesh that is slow to oxidize when cut. (Z03140)
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The Zestar!® Brand , Minnewashta Apple variety is a cold hardy apple that grows in hardiness zones 3 and 4. It is an early season apple that bears annually and has a long storage life. Its upright form has vigorous growth in early years and spur-type habit with moderately vigorous growth as it matures. The fruit has a well-balanced flavor with a hint of brown sugar, crisp and juicy texture, and pleasing exterior color and pattern. It is part of the University of Minnesota apple breeding program to develop winter-hardy varieties with high fruit quality. (97120)
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