Abstract: A sensor includes an array of pixels to capture an image, the array of pixels arranged as a plurality of pixel groups, each of the pixel groups having a two or more pixels coupled to a shared floating diffusion node for outputting merged image signals from the pixel groups, at least one inter-pixel switch to control transfer of electrical charge from a floating diffusion node for a first one of the pixel groups to a floating diffusion node for a second one of the pixel groups to temporarily store a portion of a previous image frame within the floating diffusion node for the second one of the pixel groups, and a motion comparator to compare an image signal from the first one of the pixel groups with an image signal from the second one of the pixel groups to detect motion between a current frame and the previous frame.

Abstract: Spraying apparatus and methods that employ multiple nozzle structures for producing multiple sprays of particles, e.g., nanoparticles, for various applications, e.g., pharmaceuticals, are provided. For example, an electrospray dispensing device may include a plurality of nozzle structures, wherein each nozzle structure is separated from adjacent nozzle structures by an internozzle distance. Sprays of particles are established from the nozzle structures by creating a nonuniform electrical field between the nozzle structures and an electrode electrically isolated therefrom.

Abstract: Techniques are described for maintaining the orthogonality of waveforms transmitted in ultra wideband (UWB) multi-user wireless communication systems. The multi-stage block-spreading (MS-BS) techniques described herein deterministically eliminate multiple user interference (MUI) in the presence of frequency-selective fading channels. A transmitter includes a block-spreading unit to generate a stream of frames from a block of information bearing symbols by applying an orthogonal set of spreading codes, such as direct sequence cod& division multiple access (CDMA) codes or digital carrier frequency multiple access codes, such that the frames corresponding to different blocks of the symbols are interleaved. The transmitter further includes a time-hopping spreading unit to generate a stream of chips from the stream of frames by applying an orthogonal set of time-hopping (TH) spreading codes such that chips corresponding to different frames are interleaved.

Abstract: Transgenic pigs that express one or more non-porcine cytosine deaminases are described as well as methods of making and using such pigs.

Abstract: A method to alter the phenotype of animals, e.g., the progeny of egg laying vertebrates, which employs passive immunization, is provided.

Abstract: Systems and methods provide for increasing time resolution in digital communication systems by properly processing several received signals transmitted in different bands or time slots. The received signals correspond to sub-signals that are obtained by performing a filter bank decomposition of a signal with high time resolution. The time resolution of the system is proportional to the inverse of the product of the number of sub-signals and their individual bandwidth. In the presence of additive white Gaussian noise, finer time resolution can be achieved by using the disclosed approach.

Abstract: Techniques are described for detecting error events in codewords detected from data signals transmitted via a communication system. The error events are detected with an error detection code that corresponds to one or more dominant error events for the communication system. The invention develops a class of error detection codes to detect specific error events of known types. In some embodiments, the communication system comprises a recording system. The error detection coding method may be used in conjunction with error correction processing to provide substantial performance gain compared to conventional parity-based post processing methods. For example, the error correction processing may include one or more correlation filters that correspond to the one or more dominant error events for the communication system. A correction module may correct the codeword based on a type of the detected error event and a location of the detected error event in the codeword.

Abstract: The invention provides vitamin K-dependent polypeptides with enhanced membrane binding affinity. These polypeptides can be used to modulate clot formation in mammals. Methods of modulating clot formation in mammals are also described.

Abstract: Guidelines for designing lenses or systems for aerodynamic focusing of nanoparticle or cluster beams. The design process may involve obtaining a relationship between particle size, operating pressure and aperture size, and selecting the operating pressure to provide continuum flow of an aerosol beam through the aerodynamic lens. Particles having diameters less than 30 nanometer may be focused. Simulation techniques for evaluating designed lenses are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides cobalamin compounds linked to a neutron capture therapy target (e.g. Boron-10 or Gadolinium-157), and optionally linked to a detectable moiety, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, and methods for using the compounds in medical diagnosis and therapy.

Abstract: A compound useful for in vivo imaging of organs and tumors is provided of formula: wherein is a cobalamin, is derived from a corrin carboxylic acid group of said cobalamin, Y is a linking group and X is a chelating group, optionally comprising a detectable radionuclide or a paramagnetic metal ion, and n is 1-3.

Abstract: A class of topomimetic calixarene-based peptide mimetics is described. Calixarene-based peptide mimetics have various biological activities such as, for example, bactericidal activity, antiangiogenic activity, and/or antitumor activity. Methods of use and methods of designing calixarene-based peptide mimetics are described.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula (I) and salts thereof: R1-L-R2—B wherein R1, L, R2, and B have any of the values defined herein, as well as compositions comprising such compounds, and therapeutic methods comprising the administration of such compounds or salts. The compounds block siderophore production in bacteria and are useful as antibacterial agents.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring impedance for pathology assessment in a living being using convergent bioelectric lead fields is disclosed, including injecting a current between first and second electrodes implanted in a body of a living being, where the first and second electrodes define a first electric lead field oriented between the first and second electrodes. A potential difference is measured between third and fourth electrodes implanted in the body, where the potential difference results from the current injected between the first and second electrodes. The third and fourth electrodes define a second electric lead field oriented between the third and fourth electrodes. The first and second electric lead fields converge near an assessment site within the body, but are substantially separated otherwise. An impedance value is calculated based on the potential difference and the current injection, and is used to assess a pathology near the assessment site.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for producing nanoparticles, including single-crystal semiconductor nanoparticles, are provided. The methods include the step of generating a constricted radiofrequency plasma in the presence of a precursor gas containing precursor molecules to form nanoparticles. Single-crystal semiconductor nanoparticles, including photoluminescent silicon nanoparticles, having diameters of no more than 10 nm may be fabricated in accordance with the methods.

Abstract: This document provides methods and materials related to assessing organisms for the presence or absence of anti-virus antibodies. For example, this document provides methods and materials that can be used to determine whether or not an organism (e.g., a member of a swine species such as a pig) contains anti-PRRS virus antibodies. In other embodiments, this document provides methods and materials that can be used to determine if a particular organism received a vaccine version of a virus, was infected with a naturally-occurring version of the virus, or is naïve with respect to the virus.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Apple tree, ‘Wildung’, is a late season cultivar that has shown to be hardy and productive for twenty-two years in east central Minnesota. The fruit is characterized by moderately firm, fine-grained flesh, with low acidity and a sweet taste with slight acid balance and rich overtones. The flesh of the fruit is very white and unusually slow to oxidize when exposed to air.

Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of grape vine plant designated ‘Marquette’, which produces bluish-black colored fruit suitable for red wine production, and has a combination of high wine quality, excellent cold hardiness and good disease resistance.

Abstract: A new cultivar of chrysanthemum, ‘00-100-216’, characterized by it's early blooming habit with frost tolerant single daisy-type inflorescences with maroon red ray florets and gold disk florets, its vigorous shrub-like growth habit after two years of growth, its tight cushion plant form attained without pinching, and its good garden performance and winter hardiness.

Abstract: A new cultivar of chrysanthemum, ‘01-127-1’, characterized by it's early blooming habit with frost tolerant daisy-type inflorescences with light lavender ray florets and gold disk florets, its vigorous shrub-like growth habit after two years of growth, its tight cushion plant form attained without pinching, and its good garden performance and winter hardiness.