Abstract: Provided herein are E. coli host strains with improved capacity for producing recombinant proteins.

Abstract: A rail system for a workspace. The system may include at least one mounting mechanism and an elongated rail. Each mounting mechanism is configured for attachment to the rail and configured for attachment to an edge of, or a surface of, a table or desk, so that the mounting mechanism(s) support the rail relative to said surface. The elongated rail is configured to extend horizontally relative to and above the surface of the table or desk. The elongated rail has at least a front surface, a bottom surface/edge, and a back surface, as well as mounting slots. In some instances, a channel (or trough) is defined between the front and back surfaces, which extends between first and second ends of the elongated rail. The rail accommodates placement of electrical cords to/from a power source, for mounting components (e.g., clamps, brackets, release mechanisms) and/or for connecting accessories thereto.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include gas concentration sensors, and methods of using such gas concentration sensors. In an embodiment, a gas concentration sensor comprises a first electrode. In an embodiment the first electrode comprises first fingers. In an embodiment, the gas concentration sensor further comprises a second electrode. In an embodiment, the second electrode comprises second fingers that are interdigitated with the first fingers.

Abstract: Systems and methods include the following. Information about a first electronic communication device is transmitted to at least one server and/or decentralized infrastructure. The information includes vicinity information. A status signal associated with a first user of the first electronic communication device is optionally transmitted. Contact proximity network information about a contact proximity network is received. The contact proximity network is based on the information from a plurality of electronic communication devices and information about the association between users and electronic communication devices. The contact proximity network information includes status signal information and interconnected nodes corresponding to different users and pairwise connections between users based upon their relative physical space and time proximity.

Abstract: Described herein are methods to increase growth factor binding when demineralizing bone. Also described herein are methods of enriching bound growth factors in a medical implant.

Abstract: Systems and methods include the following. Information about a first electronic communication device is transmitted to at least one server and/or decentralized infrastructure. The information includes vicinity information. A status signal associated with a first user of the first electronic communication device is optionally transmitted. Contact proximity network information about a contact proximity network is received. The contact proximity network is based on the information from a plurality of electronic communication devices and information about the association between users and electronic communication devices. The contact proximity network information includes status signal information and interconnected nodes corresponding to different users and pairwise connections between users based upon their relative physical space and time proximity.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an antenna array. The antenna array includes a plurality of dielectric windows coupled to a support structure comprising a plurality of gas ports, a primary frame comprising a primary conduit connected to a power source and a plurality of secondary frames supported by the primary frame. The secondary frame includes a secondary conduit connected to the primary conduit. A plurality of inductive couplers are disposed over the plurality of dielectric windows and supported by the secondary frames. The plurality of inductive couplers include a plurality of antenna connectors and a plurality of plurality of antennas. The plurality of antenna connectors connect the plurality of antennas to the secondary conduit.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating a glioblastoma (GBM) by administering a composition comprising a hydrogel and an anti-programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) antibody to one or more draining lymph nodes (DLNs) of a subject in need of treatment thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of inflammation. More specifically, the present invention provides compositions and methods for treating cerebral inflammation and associated sequelae thereof including cerebral vasospasm. In one embodiment, a method for treating cerebral vasospasm in a patient comprises the step of administering to the patient a PD-1 agonist, wherein a blood sample obtained from the patient comprises elevated PD-1 expression on monocytes relative to a control.

Abstract: A system and method of enhancing ‘tip’ or ‘gratuity’ management, herein referred to as a ‘Daily Tip Payment System’ (DTPS) is disclosed. One example embodiment is comprised of a software application (app), a data processor executing the app, and a cloud network. The software connects with an employer's existing point of sale (POS) platform used in retail settings (such as restaurants, etc.) and allows tips from cashless transactions to be seamlessly deposited directly into an service provider's bank account, prepaid debit card, or mobile payment app after each shift for a small fee. An object of the example embodiments of the invention is to streamline tip coordination and allocation for the employer and allow the service provider to receive tips more frequently and more conveniently.

Abstract: Systems and methods include the following. Information about a first electronic communication device is transmitted to at least one server and/or decentralized infrastructure. The information includes vicinity information. A status signal associated with a first user of the first electronic communication device is optionally transmitted. Contact proximity network information about a contact proximity network is received. The contact proximity network is based on the information from a plurality of electronic communication devices and information about the association between users and electronic communication devices. The contact proximity network information includes status signal information and interconnected nodes corresponding to different users and pairwise connections between users based upon their relative physical space and time proximity.

Abstract: An insertable physiological monitor injector tool is provided. An elongated handle includes a recess formed along a longitudinal axis and has an opening on a distal end. An insertion tube has a hollow elongated shape that is movably positioned within the elongated handle, in the recess. A stationary arbor is affixed on a proximal end to a proximal end of the elongated handle and extends through the insertion tube when the insertion tube is in a retracted position. A tab is affixed to the insertion tube, wherein the tab can lock the insertion tube in an extended position.

Abstract: A device configured to sense a touch on a surface of the device. The device includes a cover and a force-sensing structure disposed below the cover. The force-sensing structure may be positioned below a display and used in combination with other force-sensing elements to estimate the force of a touch on the cover of a device.

Abstract: An object can depress an input device, such as, for example, a function button in an electronic device. A resistive element having a mechanically resistive force can be disposed to resist the depression or movement of the input device. One or more electrodes can be disposed to provide a measure of capacitance based on the depression of the input device. A shield can be disposed to reduce the parasitic capacitance between the one or more electrodes and the object. The electronic device can include a fingerprint sensor operably connected to at least one of the one or more electrodes.

Abstract: A device configured to sense a touch on a surface of the device. The device includes a cover and a force-sensing structure disposed below the cover. The force-sensing structure may be positioned below a display and used in combination with other force-sensing elements to estimate the force of a touch on the cover of a device.

Abstract: An optical force sensor that may compensate for environmental effects, including, for example, variations in temperature of the device or the surroundings. In some examples, two force-sensitive layers are separated by a compliant layer. The relative electrical response of the two force-sensitive layers may be used to compute an estimate of the force of a touch that reduces the effect of variations in temperature. In some examples, piezoelectric films having anisotropic strain properties are used to reduce the effects of temperature.

Abstract: An optical force sensor, which may be used as input to an electronic device. The optical force sensor may be configured to compensate for variations in temperature using two or more force-sensitive components that are formed from materials having different temperature- and strain-dependent responses.

Abstract: A device configured to sense a touch on a surface of the device. The device includes a cover and a force-sensing structure disposed below the cover. The force-sensing structure may be positioned below a display and used in combination with other force-sensing elements to estimate the force of a touch on the cover of a device.

Abstract: An object can depress an input device, such as, for example, a function button in an electronic device. A resistive element having a mechanically resistive force can be disposed to resist the depression or movement of the input device. One or more electrodes can be disposed to provide a measure of capacitance based on the depression of the input device. A shield can be disposed to reduce the parasitic capacitance between the one or more electrodes and the object. The electronic device can include a fingerprint sensor operably connected to at least one of the one or more electrodes.

Abstract: An object can depress an input device, such as, for example, a function button in an electronic device. A resistive element having a mechanically resistive force can be disposed to resist the depression or movement of the input device. One or more electrodes can be disposed to provide a measure of capacitance based on the depression of the input device. A shield can be disposed to reduce the parasitic capacitance between the one or more electrodes and the object. The electronic device can include a fingerprint sensor operably connected to at least one of the one or more electrodes.