Abstract: Compositions comprising Group V/III nanowires, and methods of making such nanowires are described. Some compositions comprise one or more core-shell nanowires comprising a core and a first shell surrounding or substantially surrounding the core. The core is formed from GaAs(1-y)Sby, where y=about 0.03-0.07 and the first shell is formed from GaAs(1-x)SbxN, where x=0.27-0.34. The nanowires have an average emission maximum of 1.4-1.7 ?m. Some nanowires further comprise a second shell surrounding or substantially surrounding the first shell. The second shell is formed from a Group V/III material such as Ga1-mAlmAs, where m=0-0.2. Some nanowires have the structure GaAs(0.93-0.97)Sb(0.03-0.07)/GaAs(0.66-0.73)Sb(0.27-0.34)N/Ga(0.8-1)Al(0-0.2)As.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to GaAs1?xSbx nanowires (NW) grown on a graphitic substrate, to methods of growing such nanowires, and to use of such nanowires in applications such as flexible near infrared photodetector.

Abstract: Compositions comprising Group V/III nanowires, and methods of making such nanowires are described. Some compositions comprise one or more core-shell nanowires comprising a core and a first shell surrounding or substantially surrounding the core. The core is formed from GaAs(1-y)Sby, where y=about 0.03-0.07 and the first shell is formed from GaAs(1-x)SbxN, where x=0.27-0.34. The nanowires have an average emission maximum of 1.4-1.7 ?m. Some nanowires further comprise a second shell surrounding or substantially surrounding the first shell. The second shell is formed from a Group V/III material such as Ga1-mAlmAs, where m=0-0.2. Some nanowires have the structure GaAs(0.93-0.97)Sb(0.03-0.07)/GaAs(0.66-0.73)Sb(0.27-0.34)N/Ga(0.8-1)Al(0-0.2)As.

Abstract: A system and method for determining a probability that a driver will detect a hazard while driving. An eye tracker tracks the driver's forward and non-forward glance durations. A probability calculator categorizes the glance durations into an observation type and selects a transition matrix specific to that observation type. The probability calculator groups the glance durations and observation type into a tuple and calculates a probability that the driver will detect a hazard in the current time segment based on the tuple, the previous time segment's detection state, and the transition matrix. Based on whether the determined probability is above or below a threshold, the current time segment detection state is stored in memory as a detect state (driver is likely to detect a hazard) or a non-detect state (driver is not likely to detect a hazard). The driver is alerted if determined to be in a non-detect state.

Abstract: A differential constructive wave oscillator device including a single, continuous differential transmission line that is arranged into first and second parallel traces in the form of a Mobius loop. The continuous transmission line includes first and second crossover points, each of which provides for a point of inflection between the first and second traces. In each stage of the device, both the first and second traces of the transmission line carry the forward traveling wave signal from a differential input port to a differential output port. Each phase includes a differential delay section that provides for a phase shift between a signal on the first trace and a signal on the second trace. Each phase additionally includes a differential feedback amplifier that amplifies the forward traveling wave signal at the differential output port, generates a differential feedback signal, and routes the differential feedback signal to the differential input port.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to GaAs1?xSbx nanowires (NW) grown on a graphitic substrate, to methods of growing such nanowires, and to use of such nanowires in applications such as flexible near infrared photodetector.

Abstract: Alexandrian laurel (Danae racemosa L.) is a highly demanded evergreen shrub. However, seed germination often takes up to 12 to 18 months with a germination rate of only about 20%. Also, due to its slow-growth rate, it typically takes up to six years to produce a saleable one-gallon size plant. Germinating seeds in the presence of cytokinins and/or auxins increased in vitro shoot multiplication and seedling quality enhancement. Benzyladenine was found to balance seedling development by simultaneously accelerating shoot growth and slowing down root growth, whereas thidiazuron significantly promoted shoot multiplication and proliferation by producing 5-30 shoots per seed.

Abstract: The present application generally relates to the use of metabolites of ginger and analogs thereof for the treatment and prevention of diseases, including but not limited to, cancer.

Abstract: Alexandrian laurel (Danae racemosa L.) is a highly demanded evergreen shrub. However, seed germination often takes up to 12 to 18 months with a germination rate of only about 20%. Also, due to its slow-growth rate, it typically takes up to six years to produce a saleable one-gallon size plant. Germinating seeds in the presence of cytokinins and/or auxins increased in vitro shoot multiplication and seedling quality enhancement. Benzyladenine was found to balance seedling development by simultaneously accelerating shoot growth and slowing down root growth, whereas thidiazuron significantly promoted shoot multiplication and proliferation by producing 5-30 shoots per seed.

Abstract: The present application generally relates to the use of metabolites of ginger and analogs thereof for the treatment and prevention of diseases, including but not limited to, cancer.

Abstract: The present application generally relates to the use of metabolites of ginger and analogs thereof for the treatment and prevention of diseases, including but not limited to, cancer.

Abstract: A sensor array for non-destructively monitoring a structure to detect a critical structural event. The sensor array includes at least one discrete AE sensor node for producing an electrical signal in response to a structural event and at least one shear wave sensor assembly. The shear wave sensor assembly includes at least one shear wave sensor. A gate module is connected to the at least one discrete AE sensor node and to the at least one shear wave sensor assembly, whereby the gate module is adapted to pass through the electrical signal from the at least one discrete AE sensor node in response to a pre-determined signal from the at least one shear wave sensor assembly. The sensor array may further include a signal processing module for receiving and processing the discrete AE sensor output signal. In addition, a data collection system may be located downstream of the signal processing module.

Abstract: A controlled release remediation composition or compositions, a method making such composition(s), a method of using such composition(s), and a remediation system including such composition(s) are disclosed. The disclosed controlled release remediation composition or compositions include at least one chemical oxidant agent, optionally, at least two chemical oxidant agents; at least one encapsulant polymer; and, optionally, at least one matrix polymer. The disclosed controlled release remediation composition or compositions are capable of substantially constantly releasing an amount of the at least one chemical oxidant agent, optionally, amounts of the at least two chemical oxidant agents, for example, into an aqueous system such as may be found at a contaminated site, over at least about a one month period up to over about a three month period.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a solution containing at least one endopeptidase to substantially reduce or completely eliminate allergenic proteins contained in the peanut (Arachis hypogea). In particular, the direct application of a solution containing at least one endopeptidase to either raw, blanched, or roasted peanuts or peanut products or derivates, has been shown to substantially reduce or completely eliminate the activity of allergenic proteins. The treated peanuts showed no degradation in quality or sensory acceptability, and have the flavor and aroma of natural whole peanuts. Hypoallergenic or non-allergenic peanuts produced in accordance with the present invention may be used as ingredients in various food products and other edible materials.

Abstract: A scheduling system for choosing the most appropriate heuristic for solving time-dependant scheduling problems. The invention includes a means for selecting the most appropriate heuristic method for generating a schedule from an enumerative (“brute force”) method, a dynamic programming method, and a genetic method. The invention further includes a hashing function that is capable of detecting duplicate solutions generated by the dynamic programming module and a height-balanced binary tree for providing search insertion and deletion operations.

Abstract: A sensor array for non-destructively monitoring a structure to detect a critical structural event. The sensor array includes a plurality of discrete sensor nodes, each of the discrete sensor nodes producing an electrical signal in response to a structural event. A signal adder is electrically connected to the plurality of discrete sensor nodes for receiving and combining the electrical signal from each of the discrete sensor nodes to form a single sensor array output signal. A signal processing module then receives and processes the single sensor output signal. In the preferred embodiment, the signal processing module uses the time interval between the electrical signals from each of the discrete sensor nodes formed into a single sensor array output signal to calculate the location of the critical structural event. Also, in the preferred embodiment, a data collection system is located downstream of the sensor processing module.

Abstract: An improved food product having reduced levels of harmful bacteria. The food product includes an effective dose of an inhibitor for reducing the presence of harmful bacteria in the food. The inhibitor is an effective dose of the extract of labiatae plants. In the preferred embodiment, the food also includes an effective dose of bifidobacteria. For example, the bacteria may be selected from the group consisting of: BifidoBacterium breve; BifidoBacterium longum; BifidoBacterium bifidum; and BifidoBacterium infantis.

Abstract: A method for improving the permeate flux of a cross-flow membrane filter having at least two membrane ports through which the feed solution passes and at least two permeate outlets. The method includes the steps of establishing a first flow of a feed solution in a first direction through the membrane ports of the cross-flow membrane filter; reversing the first flow after a predetermined time to a second flow direction opposite that of the first flow direction; and repeating steps (a) and (b) until the permeate flux through the cross flow membrane filter reaches an unacceptable level by using a feed pump and a valve manifold assembly located between the feed pump and the cross flow membrane filter for selectively reversing the flow of the feed solution through the membrane ports of the cross flow membrane filter.

Abstract: A sensor array for nondestructively monitoring a structure to detect a critical event. The sensor array includes a plurality of discrete sensor nodes, each of the discrete sensor nodes producing an electrical signal in response to a structural event. In the preferred embodiment, the sensor nodes include a plurality of piezoceramic fibers arranged in a planar array in which the fibers are aligned substantially parallel to each other, each of the fibers having a plurality of polarized regions that are substantially oriented according to their polarity in either a series, parallel, or combined arrangement of series and parallel orientations, and an electrical interface connecting the plurality of polarized regions of each fiber in series with one another. A signal adder receives and combines the electrical signals from each of the discrete sensor nodes to form a single sensor array output signal.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for forming a densified carbon-carbon composite. The apparatus includes: a green part molding station for forming a green part; a carbonization station for carbonizing the green part; and an impregnation station for impregnating the carbonized part with a substantially curing by-product free, high carbon yield resin. The impregnation station includes a mold forming a sealed enclosure configured in the shape of the carbonized part for receiving the carbonized part and a vacuum source for evacuating the mold. At least one resin injection port is in the mold and a supply of substantially curing by-product free, high carbon yield resin is connected to the resin injection port for injection into the mold. In the preferred embodiment, the substantially curing by-product free, high carbon yield resin is a cyanate ester having a viscosity of less than about 100 cps at 250° F. and a carbon yield value of greater than about 60 wt. %.