Abstract: Contacts information is received from user devices that are associated with different users, the contacts information for each user device comprising one or more contact entries. Lookup information is identified for each contact entry of a plurality of contact entries using the contacts information. For each of the plurality of contact entries, a messaging directory associated with the same enterprise as the contact entry is identified using the identified lookup information, and the identified messaging directory is generated using information in the contact entry.

Abstract: Determining flow rules in a software defined network (SDN) of a plurality of forwarding devices includes determining, by a controller device, a network adjacency matrix of the SDN, wherein the network adjacency matrix represents a topology of the SDN; placing, by the controller device, a phantom node in the network adjacency matrix, wherein the phantom node does not physically exist within the topology of the SDN and the phantom node is attached to a first node with maximum degree in the network adjacency matrix to create a phantom adjacency matrix, wherein the first node corresponds to a first forwarding device in the SDN; and determining, by the controller device, an adverse condition in the SDN using the phantom node, wherein the controller device is separate from the plurality of forwarding devices.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; Wherein R1, R3-R6, X2 and X3 are as defined herein, a method for manufacturing the compounds of the invention, and its therapeutic uses. The present invention further provides a combination of pharmacologically active agents and a pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: An assembly upon which a user stands includes a platform. The assembly includes a first work stand and a second work stand. Each work stand has a front frame and a rear frame. The assembly includes a first plank adapter engaged with the first work stand. The first plank adapter has an attachment portion and a bar. The assembly includes a second plank adapter engaged with the second work stand. The platform rests on is supported by the first and second plank adapters. The present invention pertains to a work stand for holding a platform upon which a user stands. A plank adapter that is engaged with a front frame of a work stand to hold a platform. A method for a user to stand above ground. A method for forming a work stand.

Abstract: Novel compositions for performance-enhancing nasal irrigation, nasal irrigation apparatus for delivering said performance-enhancing compositions, and methods for enhancing performance using said compositions. Any combination of salt, baking soda, one or more alkaline earth metals, one or more amino acids, one or more natural antioxidants, one or more plant-based stimulants, one or more vitamins, and one or more synergists or other ingredients are disclosed. The ingredients described herein may be delivered as an anhydrous powder packet containing water-soluble forms of the component ingredients, and may be delivered along with nasal irrigation devices and instructions for mixing the powder with a fixed volume of pure water.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for monitoring adherence to healthcare guidelines defining a recommended level of physical activity. Metabolic Equivalent (MET) data for a user over a plurality of days is analysed to determine whether sufficient MET data is available, by determining whether the obtained MET data includes at least a minimum amount of MET data within a defined time period. In response to a determination that sufficient MET data is available, the MET data is compared to guideline MET values relating to the recommended level of physical activity, to determine whether the user has achieved the recommended level of physical activity. An adherence result is outputted in accordance with the result of the comparison, indicating whether the user has achieved the recommended level of physical activity. The adherence result can be outputted in the form of a message displayed on a display unit.

Abstract: The invention provides a bioconjugates comprising a synthetic polypeptide of Formula I? (SEQ ID NO: 1): or an amide, an ester or a salt thereof, wherein X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, X8, X9, X10, X11, X12 and X13 are defined herein and a half-life extending moiety wherein the peptide and the half-life extending moiety are covalently linked or fuse, optionally via a linker. The polypeptides are agonist of the APJ receptor.

Abstract: Contacts information is received from user devices that are associated with different users, the contacts information for each user device comprising one or more contact entries. Lookup information is identified for each contact entry of a plurality of contact entries using the contacts information. For each of the plurality of contact entries, a messaging directory associated with the same enterprise as the contact entry is identified using the identified lookup information, and the identified messaging directory is generated using information in the contact entry.

Abstract: A system and method for process data management and organization is provided. An embodiment includes an apparatus for updating a process. The apparatus includes a storage device capable of storing a prospect database. The apparatus is operable to receive a prospect record from the stored prospect database. Once the prospect record is obtained, the apparatus can determine a process stage associated with the prospect record, and identify an available action associated with the stage which can be received from the storage device. The apparatus is operable to trigger the performance of the determined action and receive resulting data. Accordingly, the stage associated with the prospect record can be updated by the apparatus.

Abstract: A nanostructure includes a plurality of metal nanoblades positioned with one edge on a substrate. Each of the plurality of metal nanoblades has a large surface area to mass ratio and a width smaller than a length. A method of storing hydrogen includes coating a plurality of magnesium nanoblades with a hydrogen storage catalyst and storing hydrogen by chemically forming magnesium hydride with the plurality of magnesium nanoblades.

Abstract: A publication including a plurality of pairs of pages, with the pair of pages comprised of a removable page and non-removable page. The removable page has a perforated edge, an adhesive edge opposite the perforated edge and a printable surface. The non-removable page has a printable surface. The pairs of pages are arranged such that alternate pages are removable and can be removed without harming the publication or the non-removable pages. The removable pages can be arranged to form an image larger than the publication itself and removable attached to a surface through the adhesive edge.

Abstract: Novel compositions for performance-enhancing nasal irrigation, nasal irrigation apparatus for delivering said performance-enhancing compositions, and methods for enhancing performance using said compositions. Any combination of salt, baking soda, one or more alkaline earth metals, one or more amino acids, one or more natural antioxidants, one or more plant-based stimulants, one or more vitamins, and one or more synergists or other ingredients are disclosed. The ingredients described herein may be delivered as an anhydrous powder packet containing water-soluble forms of the component ingredients, and may be delivered along with nasal irrigation devices and instructions for mixing the powder with a fixed volume of pure water.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a barbed tape can be formed from a planar strip of flexible material and include a plurality of barbs disposed therealong, the barbs being sufficiently resilient so as to impede, by entanglement with or otherwise, the passage of an object therepast. Apparatus for deployment of barbed tape is also described.

Abstract: A publication including a plurality of pairs of pages, with the pair of pages comprised of a removable page and non-removable page. The removable page has a perforated edge, an adhesive edge opposite the perforated edge and a printable surface. The non-removable page has a printable surface. The pairs of pages are arranged such that alternate pages are removable and can be removed without harming the publication or the non-removable pages. The removable pages can be arranged to form an image larger than the publication itself and removable attached to a surface through the adhesive edge.

Abstract: The invention provides a bioconjugates comprising a synthetic polypeptide of Formula I? (SEQ ID NO: 1): or an amide, an ester or a salt thereof, wherein X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, X8, X9, X10, X11, X12 and X13 are defined herein and a half-life extending moiety wherein the peptide and the half-life extending moiety are covalently linked or fuse, optionally via a linker. The polypeptides are agonist of the APJ receptor.

Abstract: The invention provides a synthetic polypeptide of Formula I?: or an amide, an ester or a salt thereof, wherein X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, X8, X9, X10, X11, X12 and X13 are defined herein. The polypeptides are agonist of the APJ receptor. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing the polypeptides of the invention, and its therapeutic uses such as treatment or prevention of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), chronic heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, atrial fibrillation, Brugada syndrome, ventricular tachycardia, atherosclerosis, hypertension, restenosis, ischemic cardiovascular diseases, cardiomyopathy, cardiac fibrosis, arrhythmia, water retention, diabetes (including gestational diabetes), obesity, peripheral arterial disease, cerebrovascular accidents, transient ischemic attacks, traumatic brain injuries, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, burn injuries (including sunburn) and preeclampsia.

Abstract: A nanostructure includes a plurality of metal nanoblades positioned with one edge on a substrate. Each of the plurality of metal nanoblades has a large surface area to mass ratio and a width smaller than a length. A method of storing hydrogen includes coating a plurality of magnesium nanoblades with a hydrogen storage catalyst and storing hydrogen by chemically forming magnesium hydride with the plurality of magnesium nanoblades.

Abstract: The invention provides a synthetic polypeptide of Formula I?: or an amide, an ester or a salt thereof, wherein X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7, X8, X9, X10, X11, X12 and X13 are defined herein. The polypeptides are agonist of the APJ receptor. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing the polypeptides of the invention, and its therapeutic uses such as treatment or prevention of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), chronic heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, atrial fibrillation, Brugada syndrome, ventricular tachycardia, atherosclerosis, hypertension, restenosis, ischemic cardiovascular diseases, cardiomyopathy, cardiac fibrosis, arrhythmia, water retention, diabetes (including gestational diabetes), obesity, peripheral arterial disease, cerebrovascular accidents, transient ischemic attacks, traumatic brain injuries, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, burn injuries (including sunburn) and preeclampsia.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for tracking an identity of a user associated with a network lease is disclosed. The IP lease is correlated to user information by storing a user ID with lease information in a manner in which the user information is associated with the lease information. In an embodiment, the user ID is a Global User ID (GUID). In an embodiment the user ID is unique to a specified domain. In an embodiment, the user ID is given to only one user and never changes.

Abstract: A nanostructure includes a plurality of metal nanoblades positioned with one edge on a substrate. Each of the plurality of metal nanoblades has a large surface area to mass ratio and a width smaller than a length. A method of storing hydrogen includes coating a plurality of magnesium nanoblades with a hydrogen storage catalyst and storing hydrogen by chemically forming magnesium hydride with the plurality of magnesium nanoblades.