Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 79-36 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including resistance against downy mildew (Bremia lactucae Regel) races Bl:1 to Bl:32 and Ca-I to Ca-VIII, currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribignisi) biotype Nr:0 and Lettuce Mosaic Virus (LMV) race LMV:1, as well as very slow bolting and a small plant size. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 79-36 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 79-36 RZ.

Abstract: A method of displaying a plurality of graphical user interface elements, each graphical user interface element representing a step in a measurement design, setup and/or monitoring process and each graphical user interface element enabling access by the user to further steps in the measurement design, setup and/or monitoring process for the associated step of the graphical user interface element, and displaying an indicator associated with one or more of the plurality of graphical user elements, the indicator indicating that a step in the measurement design, setup and/or monitoring process is not completed and/or that a key performance indicator associated with a step in the measurement design, setup and/or monitoring process has passed a threshold.

Abstract: A plasma stabilization method and a deposition method using the same are disclosed. The plasma stabilization method includes (a) supplying a source gas and (b) supplying a purge gas. The method may also include (c) supplying a reactive gas and (d) supplying plasma. The purge gas and the reactive gas are continuously supplied into a reactor during (a) through (d), and the plasma stabilization method is performed in a state where no substrate exists in the reactor.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette, cigar or pipe has a capacitor sensor includings a first conductive plate and a second conductive plate configured to form a capacitor circuit. An output of the capacitor sensor is based at least in part on the capacitance of the capacitor circuit. A pressure sensitive component is connected to the first conductive plate and configured to move the first conductive plate based on a pressure differential between two sides of the pressure sensitive component to change a capacitance of the capacitor circuit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Diplotaxis tenuifolia seed designated 89-001 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including downy mildew resistance, medium to dark grey green leaves, high leaf thickness and very narrow primary lobes. The present invention also relates to a Diplotaxis tenuifolia plant produced by growing the 89-001 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the wild rocket cultivar, represented by wild rocket variety 89-001 RZ.

Abstract: A membrane envelope stack for gas separation comprising membrane envelopes bonded together by means of an adhesive having a tensile E-modulus of at least 1600 N/mm2 and/or an elongation at break of 20% or less and/or a Tg of at least 50° C.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to compounds of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: in which m, p, A, Ar1, Ar2, Ar3, R1, R2, and R3 are defined in the specification. The compounds of formula (I) can be used as CGRP antagonists and can be used to treat migraine.

Abstract: The invention provides means and methods for producing high-affinity antibodies against an antigen of interest, usually stable B-cell cultures.

Abstract: An optical pressure sensor device (1) comprises: —a chamber (2) filled with pressure transfer medium and having at least one window (4) transparent to pressure waves; —an optical fiber (7) with a Fiber Bragg Grating (8); —a first pressure-sensitive mounting assembly (100) arranged within the chamber, holding the optical fiber; —a second pressure-sensitive mounting assembly (200) arranged within the chamber, holding the optical fiber. —The first pressure-sensitive mounting assembly, the second pressure-sensitive mounting assembly, and a static pressure compensation assembly (300) comprise pairs of bellows arranged on opposite sides of the fiber (7). —The bellows (310, 320) of the static pressure compensation assembly have their interior in fluid communication with the pressure transfer medium in the chamber via a choke channel (314, 324), and have very low static stiffness.

Abstract: The invention relates to APRIL-binding antibodies, which bind the same epitope of human APRIL as an antibody having an antigen binding site of hAPRIL.01A. The antibodies of the present invention comprise specific selections of framework sequences of the VH and VL domains and have unexpected features in comparison to hAPRIL.01A. The invention further relates to compositions comprising an antibody of the invention and to the medical and diagnostic uses of the antibodies and compositions.

Abstract: A retracting device and method for retracting a hose, the device comprising: a frame; at least one drive roller connected to the frame for driving the hose for retraction; a first and a second pressing element operatively connected to the at least one drive roller and suitable for pulling the hose upward in co-action with the at least one drive roller; an activating element operatively connected to the two pressing elements and suitable for activating the pressing elements such that no more than one pressing element presses against the drive roller.

Abstract: The invention relates to a a lifting tool for lifting or upending a flanged object, the lifting tool extending along a central longitudinal tool axis and comprising; a hoisting member for coupling the lifting tool to a hoisting line and applying a hoisting force to the lifting tool, a main frame for guiding a moveable flange engagement member, said flange engagement member moveably coupled with the main frame for supporting the flanged object, and moveably with respect to the main frame, a driving device coupled with the flange engagement member and the main frame for driving the flange engagement member radially with respect to the central longitudinal tool axis between a flange releasing position for introducing the lifting tool at least partly in said flanged object and past the flange thereof and a flange supporting position wherein the flange engagement member supports the object, wherein the driving device comprises a linkage system coupled with the hoisting member and the flange engagement member su

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for rewarding users for reserving lodging. The method includes presenting, to a user, one or more options for booking lodging for a select duration of time at a lodging destination using an application on an electronic device. The method further includes receiving a notification from the lodging destination upon the user's arrival. The method further includes awarding the user with a predetermined number of rewards points if the user arrives at the lodging destination at an agreed upon time and updating a user profile if the user gains or loses any rewards points. The method additionally includes enabling the user to use one or more of the reward points toward booking one or more rooms in subsequent transactions using the application.

Abstract: A centrifugal brake assembly comprises a pawl and a rotor. The rotor includes a receiving portion configured and arranged to receive a portion of the pawl. The pawl is movable relative to the rotor between an engaged position and a disengaged position. One of the pawl and the rotor has a curved slotted portion, and another of the pawl and the rotor has an elongated curved protrusion. The elongated curved protrusion at least partially extends within the curved slotted portion and moves generally along the curved slotted portion when the pawl moves between the engaged position and the disengaged position.

Abstract: A method of operating an electrophotographic printer (100) to control the optical density of a printed image is described. The method comprises providing a printing substance on a transfer member (104); emitting a pulse of heat to heat the printing substance on the transfer member to increase flowability of the printing substance on the transfer member; and transferring, from the transfer member to a substrate (108), the printing substance heated by the pulse of heat so as to provide the printed image on the substrate.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system are provided for connecting nodes, such as projects, users, and organizations in a database. A computer processes the connections to recommend further connections to objects, group objects that are related, and provide search results.

Abstract: Preparations including FSH, for example recombinant FSH, for use in the treatment of infertility.

Abstract: Apparatus for dispensing a plurality of fluids, comprising a plurality of fluid containers and a carrier on which a plurality of pumps is mounted. Each one of said plurality of fluid containers is releasably connectable to an associated pump of said plurality of pumps via a connector assembly thereby forming a fluid connection between the fluid container and the associated pump. The connector assembly comprising a first connector to the associated pump and a mating second connector to the respective fluid container and wherein at least one of said plurality of fluid containers comprises a refill opening for refilling the fluid container.

Abstract: The specification provides a makeup includes a head with an applicator surface mounted on a base. The applicator surface receives makeup that is formed as a mark to be applied on a person's skin by the pressing or stamping and/or rocking or rolling of the head onto the skin. The applicator may be configurable so that the user may alter the shape of the mark applied to the skin by the applicator. One or more applicators may be included in a kit with a releasable handle.