Abstract: Systems and techniques for wireless implantable devices, for example implantable biomedical devices employed for biomodulation. Some embodiments include a biomodulation system including a non-implantable assembly including a source for wireless power transfer and a data communications system, an implantable assembly including a power management module configured to continuously generate one or more operating voltage for the implantable assembly using wireless power transfer from the non-implantable assembly, a control module operably connected to at least one communication channel and at least one stimulation output, the control module including a processor unit to process information sensed via the at least one communication channel and, upon determining a condition exists, to generate an output to trigger the generation of a stimulus.

Abstract: Herein disclosed is a mucoadhesive including a bacterial cellulose, and a bioadhesive incorporated to the bacterial cellulose, wherein the bioadhesive comprises a polymer or a dendrimer, wherein the polymer and the dend rimer are grafted with a moiety which forms covalent interactions with a tissue surface in the presence of a stimulus. A method of forming the mucoadhesive is also disclosed. The method includes providing a bacterial cellulose, providing a bioadhesive comprising a polymer or a dendrimer, wherein the polymer and the dendrimer are grafted with a moiety which forms covalent interactions with a tissue surface in the presence of a stimulus, and incorporating the bioadhesive to the bacterial cellulose. In the preferred embodiment, the dendrimer grafted with the moiety is Poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM) dendrimer grafted with 4-[3-(trifluoromethyl)-3H-diazirin-3-yl] benzyl bromide (PAMAM-g-diazirine) and the stimulus is UV light.

Abstract: Dentifrice containing silica particles having a d50 median particle size from 4 to 25 ?m, a BET surface area of less than 10 m2/g, and a total mercury intrusion pore volume from 0.2 to 1.5 cc/g, are disclosed.

Abstract: A finishing trim piece end cover system for concealing an end portion of at least a finishing trim piece, comprising at least a mounting element having an inner surface, inner side surfaces, and an outer surface. The outer surface of the mounting element is configured to be secured to a building structure. A finishing trim piece end cover element comprises at least an outer surface, at least an inner trim piece end covering portion, and at least an inner mounting portion. The inner surface and inner side surfaces of the at least an inner mounting portion are configured to receive the inner surface and inner side surfaces of the at least a mounting element, respectively, installable on the at least a mounting element. The mounting element and the end portion of the at least a finishing trim piece are substantially concealed by the finishing trim piece end cover element.

Abstract: Silica particles having a BET surface area from 0.1 to 7 m2/g, a pack density from 35 to 55 lb/ft3, an Einlehner abrasion value from 8 to 25 mg lost/100,000 revolutions, a total mercury intrusion pore volume from 0.7 to 1.2 cc/g, and a stannous compatibility from 70 to 99%, are disclosed, as well as methods for making these silica particles.

Abstract: Edible pet treat or chew formulations are disclosed. In embodiments, the formulations form, when subject to a single injection molding cycle, a molded product (e.g., a molded pet treat or chew) that includes a core and an outer layer on the core. The outer layer has at least one characteristic that differs from a corresponding characteristic of the core. Methods of forming edible pet treats or chews using such formulations and pet treats or chews formed from such formulations are also described.

Abstract: Dentifrice containing silica particles having a d50 median particle size from 4 to 25 ?m, a BET surface area of less than 10 m2/g, and a total mercury intrusion pore volume from 0.2 to 1.5 cc/g, are disclosed.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing an abrasive and a stannous ion source. The abrasive can contain precipitated silica particles where the extractable stannous ions after 30 days at 40° C. is greater than about 75% of the initial extractable stannous ion concentration.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed to monitoring communication over a network using a network monitoring computer (NMC). If one or more flows include healthcare traffic provided by one or more healthcare services, the NMC may perform further actions. Healthcare values from the one or more healthcare services may be provided from the network traffic. Values from one or more network traffic flows that are separate from the healthcare traffic may be provided. Other healthcare values from other flows may be provided that include healthcare traffic provided by the healthcare services. Accordingly, if a comparison of the healthcare values and the other healthcare values meet certain conditions, additional actions may be performed based on rules, or policies. The healthcare traffic may be compliant with one or more of Health Level Seven (HL7) standard, Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standard, or the like.

Abstract: A dentifrice composition containing an abrasive and a stannous ion source. The abrasive can contain precipitated silica particles where the extractable stannous ions after 30 days at 40° C. is greater than about 75% of the initial extractable stannous ion concentration.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed to monitoring communication over a network using a network monitoring computer (NMC). If one or more flows include healthcare traffic provided by one or more healthcare services, the NMC may perform further actions. Healthcare values from the one or more healthcare services may be provided from the network traffic. Values from one or more network traffic flows that are separate from the healthcare traffic may be provided. Other healthcare values from other flows may be provided that include healthcare traffic provided by the healthcare services. Accordingly, if a comparison of the healthcare values and the other healthcare values meet certain conditions, additional actions may be performed based on rules, or policies. The healthcare traffic may be compliant with one or more of Health Level Seven (HL7) standard, Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) standard, or the like.

Abstract: An injection molding method to form a pet chew article, comprising providing an injection mold including at least one molding cavity; providing a first polymer composition having a first color; providing a second polymer composition having a second color; plasticizing the first polymer composition in a first plasticizing injection unit; plasticizing the second polymer composition in a second plasticizing injection unit; injecting the first polymer composition and the second polymer composition into the at least one molding cavity such that the first polymer composition and the second polymer composition mix and form a heterogeneous mixture; and forming the pet chew article from the heterogeneous mixture of the first polymer composition and the second polymer composition such that an outer surface of the pet chew article is variegated, wherein the variegated outer surface is formed of a plurality of regions with each region having a different color.

Abstract: A method and device for reducing muscle tension through electrical manipulation applies a low level current to muscles of a user. Each muscle has two electrodes applied thereto, one for passing the current from the device to the muscle, and the other for receiving the current from the muscle to complete the circuit. The device has several channels, one for each pair of electrodes, and current is passed through a muscle at a level below the threshold required to cause the muscle to contract. The device is programmed to automatically apply an alternating current at predetermined frequencies for predetermined time periods to each muscle of the user that is being treated. A method of diagnosing an ailment using the device is provided.

Abstract: An assembly of an alignment tool and a sensing apparatus for non-contact sensing of axial articulation are disclosed. The sensing apparatus includes a first member, and a second member. The first member includes a housing and a non-contact sensor disposed inside a chamber of the housing. The second member includes a base including a side surface, a stem disposed on the base and defining a cavity, first and second supports disposed on the side surface, and a magnet disposed in the cavity. The alignment tool includes a floor, an inner wall, and an outer wall that define a channel. The alignment tool is configured to align the non-contact sensor over the magnet and to provide a gap between the non-contact sensor and the magnet when the channel is disposed between the first and second members.

Abstract: A network server facilitates establishment of a virtual medical consultation session between a requestor and a clinical assessment team member. The network server receives, from the requestor, a request for a virtual medical consultation that specifies a clinical assessment team comprising a plurality of clinical assessment team members, and sends an availability query to the plurality of clinical assessment team members in the clinical assessment team. The network server then receives one or more availability responses from the plurality of clinical assessment team members, each availability response indicating the availability of a corresponding clinical assessment team member. The network server then sends an availability score to the requestor, the availability score being calculated from the availability responses and indicating an overall availability of the clinical assessment team.

Abstract: This invention provides novel compounds, methods of using the compounds, and pharmaceutical formulations comprising the compounds.

Abstract: An improved trim molding system for use in construction comprises a molding base and a complementary pre-fabricated molding face. The base is easily installed on the surface of a location where a molding is desired. The molding face fits onto the base and is secured to the base by an adhesive material. The two-component system provides for secure fit and an aesthetically pleasing finished product.

Abstract: This invention provides novel compounds, methods of using the compounds, and pharmaceutical formulations comprising the compounds.

Abstract: A blind fastener adapter for a conventional screw-threaded nut and screw comprises a collar and a segmented ring over the collar, the ring and collar having a tapered interface wherein relative axial movement results in a change of diameter of the ring. The adapter further includes a spring adapted to bias the collar and ring into mutual engagement; the collar and ring include means to prevent substantial relative angular movement thereof. The collar is adapted for engagement by a blind side head of the screw in use, and the ring is adapted for blind side engagement of the perimeter of a hole.