more... > Available Technologies > New Technologies > Welcome to New Technologies. This page has our latest advances in science. Our scientists in every field work diligently to bring the best ideas and most innovative solutions to the academic and industrial worlds. Click on a category that interests you from the list below or from the sub-topics menu to the right. Agriculture Aquaculture Biotechnology Engineering Entomology Food Technology Forestry Pharmaceuticals Plant Varieties Anti-Cancer Compound for Use in Food [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a method to greatly enhance the cancer-fighting effectiveness of natural oil extracts and incorporate them into food. Confections and fried foods can gain an anti-carcinogenic benefit and still taste great. The extract does not require high doses to be effective, and there is no risk to normal cells or toxicity. Bitter Flavor Masking Extract [Image: Image of Flyer] A new material has been discovered that can mask bitter and biting flavors in food. Substances like glycerine, ethanol and potassium salts can be added to foods in greater quantities without a hindrance to taste. Glycerine can be used to control moisture in food and replace high fructose corn syrup, while potassium salts can be used to replace the more hazardous sodium salts. Chinese Tallow Tree Seed Harvester [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a method of identifying Chinese tallow tree seeds at various stages of maturity. It can be incorporated into a harvester to provide quick and accurate harvesting of the seeds. This ensures minimal damage to other nearby crops and increases the amount of seeds gathered. Due to the rapid growth and invasive nature of the Chinese tallow tree, this will be useful whether you wish to use the seeds as a resource or eliminate them as a pest. Detection of Spiroplasma in Vitreous and Body Fluids [Image: Image of Flyer] A new method has been developed to detect the presence of spiroplasma in humans and animals. Determining the amount of spiroplasma present can help to diagnose transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSE) like Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) and scrapie. This method can also detect the antigens of spiroplasma, further increasing the chances of finding cures to these life-threatening diseases.  more articles... Healthy Flour Substitute [Image: Image of Flyer] AgCenter scientists have created a partial substitute for bleached flour used in the preparation of baked goods and pastas. Using this new substitute adds omega 3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid to the final product. These compounds offer many benefits to the heart, lower insulin resistance and can help to fight certain types of cancer. Improved Fenugreek Addition Method [Image: Image of Flyer] AgCenter scientists have invented a new method to add fenugreek to a wide variety of foods and drinks. Meats, breads, eggs, muscadine juice and tea can all contain a high-enough level of fenugreek to help prevent glucose absorption and lower the glycemic index of the food or drink. This is important for both weight maintenance and managing diabetes as high glycemic index and high-sugar foods contribute to obesity and diabetes. Improved Piling System [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a new type of piling system that can quickly produce strong and durable posts and support structures. This pile expands in the ground to create a pocket that concrete can than be poured into for additional strength. The piling can resist wind force and rot and is relatively inexpensive to use and produce. The piles can be easily scaled down for residential applications or used for larger industrial applications. Measurement System for Profiling Continuous-Flow Microwave Cavities [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a new type of device that can measure any parameter of liquid or gas moving through a continuously flowing electromagnetic system. This device measures parameters of materials at multiple points inside the electromagnetic field to get a more accurate and detailed reading of potential hot and cold spots. This helps ensure a consistent end product, reduces wasted materials during testing and can eliminate potential hazards from improper processing. Natural Blood Vessel Growth Inhibiting Compound [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a novel combination of natural extracts that has the ability to strongly inhibit the development of blood vessels that feed cancer and other diseases related to blood vessel growth, such as psoriasis. The synergistic interaction of these materials increases efficacy, and the body can readily absorb the extracts through the skin. This material also has shown promise in vitro to overcome cells’ natural drug resistance and defenses. Natural Bread Mold-reducing Agent [Image: Image of Flyer] AgCenter scientists have discovered a new natural extract that prevents bread from molding. Bread treated with this substance is stable for eight days at room temperate without any mold growth. This allows customers to enjoy their bread over a longer period and reduces the risk of eating bread with fungus on it. Natural Cell Signaling Pathway Inhibiting Extract [Image: Image of Flyer] A new natural plant extract has been discovered that inhibits cell signaling pathways to prevent certain cells from communicating and growing. By strongly inhibiting multiple cell signaling pathways, such as mTOR and P13K/Akt, this new material can eliminate very late-stage prostate cancers that have previously been difficult to treat. It also can block certain proteins and enzymes linked to diabetes, obesity and tissue inflammation. Natural Drug Solubilizing Extract [Image: Image of Flyer] This new group of compounds uses natural extracts to increase the solubility of drugs. Unlike other solubility-enhancing compounds, these will work on molecules of any size and will not slow down the speed at which drugs enter circulation and move throughout the body. In addition, the unique properties of these compounds may allow other chemicals to be used for treatment of cancers and other terminal diseases. Natural Sweetener Development Method [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a new type of extraction method that can take natural extracts of plants and fruits and make them usable as high intensity sweeteners (HIS). Normally, such extracts are not usable as sweeteners due to undesirable properties, such as bad taste, color, or smell. This method uses natural processes to remove these undesirable properties, leaving the more palatable elements behind. Natural, Green Wood Adhesive [Image: Image of Flyer] This invention is a new type of glue made from soybeans. Wu Glue uses a unique combination of biological materials to give it a great deal of strength and water resistance. It also does not contain harmful chemicals like formaldehyde, urea and phenols. The product is green, biodegradable and environmentally friendly, making it a product manufacturers can stick with for a long time to come. Click for more information...