Abstract: The present invention generally relates to methods and systems for capturing a Lewis acid gas (e.g., CO2). In some embodiments, the methods and systems utilize an ionic liquid incorporated into one or more electrochemical cells.

Abstract: An electrocatalyst is provided. The electrocatalyst includes Pd-containing metal nitride, wherein the metal is Co, Fe, Y, Lu, Sc, Ti, V, Cu, Ni, or a combination thereof. The molar ratio between the metal and Pd is greater than 0 and less than or equal to 0.8. A fuel cell utilizing the above electrocatalyst is further provided.

Abstract: Snap-in bushings are disclosed that enable sealing of sample chambers in MAS-NMR rotors for high pressure and/or high temperature operation that enhance pressure limits up to about 400 bar and temperature limits up to at least about 250° C.

Abstract: In an automated methodology for in vivo image-guided cell patch clamping, a cell patch clamping device is moved into position and targeted to a specific cell using automated image-guided techniques. Cell contact is determined by analyzing the temporal series of measured resistance levels at the clamping device as it is moved. The difference between successive resistance levels is compared to a threshold, which must be exceeded before cell contact is assumed. Pneumatic control methods are used to achieve gigaseal formation and cell break-in, leading to whole-cell patch clamp formation. An automated robotic system capable of performing this methodology automatically performs patch clamping in vivo, automatically locating cells through image guidance and by analyzing the temporal sequence of electrode impedance changes.

Abstract: A polymer, ion exchange membrane, and structural enhanced membrane employing the same are provided. The polymer includes a first repeating unit and a second repeating unit. In particular, the first repeating unit is and, the second repeating unit is wherein R+ can be A? can be F?, Cl?, Br?, I?, OH?, HCO3?, HSO4?, SbF6?, BF4?, H2PO4?, H2PO3?, or H2PO2?; Y1 and Y2 can be independently —O—, —S—, —CH2—, or —NH—; Ra and Rb can be independently hydrogen or C1-8 alkyl group; i, j, and k can be independently 0 or an integer from 1 to 6; R1 can be C1-10 alkyl group or C5-6 cycloalkyl group; and, R2 and R3 can be independently hydrogen, C1-8 alkyl group, vinyl group, C6-12 aryl group, or allyl group.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a drive device includes a first piston reciprocatively along a first direction within a first mount plane, a first crankshaft orthogonal to the first mount plane, a first XY separation crank mechanism between the first piston and the first crankshaft, which converts reciprocating motion of the first piston and rotary motion of the first crankshaft into each other, a second piston reciprocatively along a second direction symmetrical to the first direction within a second mount plane symmetrical to the first mount plane about a central reference plane, a second crankshaft orthogonal to the second mount plane, a second XY separation crank mechanism between the second piston and the second crankshaft, which converts reciprocating motion of the second piston and rotary motion of the second crankshaft into each other, and a coupler-synchronizing mechanism which rotates the first and second crankshafts in synchronous with each other.

Abstract: Disclosed is a preparation method for praziquantel and intermediates thereof. The method includes: obtaining a target product praziquantel by using ?-phenethylamine as an initial raw material through a condensation reaction with chloroacetyl chloride, a substitution reaction with ethanolamine, and an acylation reaction with cyclohexanecarbonyl chloride, followed by an oxidation reaction and cyclization reaction. Also disclosed are two key intermediates, namely, a compound of formula IV and a compound of formula V for preparing praziquantel. The preparation method is reasonable and simple in its technological design, uses moderate reaction conditions, and is economical and environmentally friendly. Additionally, the raw materials are inexpensive and easy to obtain, the key intermediates are easy to prepare, and the total reaction yield and purity of the obtained target compound praziquantel is high, so that industrialized mass production is easy to achieve.

Abstract: Redox flow devices are described in which at least one of the positive electrode or negative electrode-active materials is a semi-solid or is a condensed ion-storing electroactive material, and in which at least one of the electrode-active materials is transported to and from an assembly at which the electrochemical reaction occurs, producing electrical energy. The electronic conductivity of the semi-solid is increased by the addition of conductive particles to suspensions and/or via the surface modification of the solid in semi-solids (e.g., by coating the solid with a more electron conductive coating material to increase the power of the device). High energy density and high power redox flow devices are disclosed. The redox flow devices described herein can also include one or more inventive design features. In addition, inventive chemistries for use in redox flow devices are also described.

Abstract: An apparatus for assembling devices, comprising a plurality of actuated devices disposed on a substrate, each of the actuated devices comprising a first electrode disposed on and electrically connect to the substrate, a connecting pad disposed on the substrate, an electro-active polymer layer comprising a first surface disposed on the connecting pad and a second surface, and a second electrode disposed on the second surface of the electro-active polymer layer and electrically connected to the substrate.

Abstract: L-serine, L-serine precursors, L-serine derivatives and L-serine conjugates for treatment, amelioration and/or prevention of protein aggregation/tangles/plaques and diseases associated with protein aggregation/tangles/plaques. In particular, treatments and uses for L-serine, L-serine precursors, L-serine derivatives and L-serine conjugates include Alzheimer's disease (AD), Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and Huntington disease (HD).

Abstract: Provided are an encoding method of a multichannel signal, an encoding apparatus to perform the encoding method, a multichannel signal processing method, and a decoding apparatus to perform the decoding method. The decoding method may include identifying an N/2-channel downmix signal derived from an N-channel input signal; and generating an N-channel output signal from the identified N/2-channel downmix signal using a plurality of one-to-two (OTT) boxes. If a low frequency effect (LFE) channel is absent in the output signal, the number of OTT boxes may be equal to N/2 where N/2 denotes the number of channels of the downmix signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of pharmaceutical chemistry, and particularly to a crystal form of Abiraterone propionate and a preparation method therefor. Characteristic diffraction peaks occur at positions, where the 2? value is 5.7°, 11.9°, 12.4°, 14.9°, 15.8°, 16.7°, 18.5°, 19.1°, 21.7°, 22.4°, and 39.9°±0.2°, in an X-ray powder diffraction spectrum of the crystal form of Abiraterone propionate.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a method and apparatuses for controlling configurable split bearer based on UE assisted feedback. In one aspect, the method would include not limited to: receiving a first configuration message comprising an enable indicator which indicates that a first feedback signaling is to be transmitted in response to any one of a plurality of triggering events comprising a first triggering event and a second triggering event; evaluating, based on a first evaluation of any one of the plurality of triggering events, a wireless connection to a first wireless network having determined to be temporarily unavailable which corresponds to the first trigger event that triggers the first feedback signaling; transmitting, after receiving the enable indicator, the first feedback signaling comprising a first cause which indicates the first triggering event of the plurality of triggering events; and maintaining an aggregation configuration.

Abstract: A composite separator is disclosed. The composite separator includes a base membrane, and a composite gel composited with the base membrane. The composite gel includes a gel polymer and a nano-barium sulfate dispersed in the gel polymer. A surface of the nano-barium sulfate is modified with lithium carboxylate group. A method for preparing the composite separator and a lithium-ion battery are also provided.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a method and apparatuses for controlling quality of experience (QoE) based on UE assisted feedback. In one aspect, the method would include not limited to: receiving an enable indicator which indicates a first feedback signaling to be transmitted; performing a quality of experience (QoE) evaluation for fulfilling a performance requirement; and transmitting the first feedback signaling including a first preferred configuration of licensed wireless connection in response to performing the QoE evaluation, wherein the wireless connection comprises a licensed wireless connection and a licensed-assisted access connection.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a semiconductor device includes sequentially stacking a first epitaxial layer, a sacrificial layer, a second epitaxial layer, and a third epitaxial layer on a first substrate, forming a trench which penetrates the third epitaxial layer, the second epitaxial layer, and the sacrificial layer, forming a structure layer on an upper surface of the third epitaxial layer, forming a metal film which covers an inner surface of the trench and the structure layer, forming a second substrate which fills the trench and covers the metal film, and separating the second epitaxial layer, the third epitaxial layer, and the structure layer from the first epitaxial layer.

Abstract: A semiconductor device is provided. The semiconductor device includes at least one first die, a rib structure enclosing the at least one first die, and a molding layer covering the at least one first die. The rib structure is formed of a first material and the molding layer is formed of a second material. A Young's modulus of the first material is larger than a Young's modulus of the second material. The rib structure includes a through hole, and the through hole is filled with a conductive material.

Abstract: Provided in the present invention is a novel inhibitor of FLT3 kinase, comprising a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, isomer, ester, acid, metabolite or prodrug thereof. Also provided in the present invention are a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of formula (I) and a use and method for preventing or treating cell proliferative conditions and/or FLT3-related conditions, in particular for conditions responding to the inhibition of FLT3 kinase (especially FLT3/ITD mutant kinases).

Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds of specific chemical structures having inhibitory activity on c-Myc/Max/DNA complex formation or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: A controlled-release solid nitride fertilizer from fly ash and a method for making are described. The fertilizer includes a nitrogen source including at least one solid nitride combined with at least one precipitation-inhibiting agent and with at least one moisture-retention agent, all compressed together to form a porous release structure that in contact with water releases ammonium ions as a nitrogen nutrient at a substantially uniform release rate over a selected release period and thereby maximizes nitrogen-use efficiency by plants.