Abstract: The invention provides a method and related compositions for preparing an effective probiotic bacteria formulation that can be stored, transported and used for protecting a variety of marine organisms against infection by potential pathogens.

Abstract: Methods and systems for analyzing images are disclosed. An example method may comprise inputting one or more of a first image or a second image into a fully convolutional network, and determining an updated fully convolutional network by optimizing a similarity metric associated with spatially transforming the first image to match the second image. The one or more values of the fully convolutional network may be adjusted to optimize the similarity metric. The method may comprise registering one or more of the first image or the second image based on the updated fully convolutional network.

Abstract: Stacked magnetic cores that can achieve high density with a small footprint are provided. A stacked magnetic core can include a plurality of magnetic films with an adhesive film between each magnetic film and the adjacent magnetic film(s). That is, the magnetic films and adhesive films can be disposed in an alternating fashion. Each adhesive film can be a dielectric/insulating film such that each magnetic film is electrically insulated from every other magnetic film.

Abstract: A trap accessory for attachment to a marine trap that facilitates release of by-catch. A buoyant recovery buoy is operably attached to a trap frame secured to the marine trap. Components for operably attaching the recovery buoy to the trap frame include a latch and attachment components, of which at least one of these components is a Degradable Metal (DM). The DM maintains the integrity of the trap and trap accessory for a pre-determined time, typically 1 year or less. When one or more of the DM components are sufficiently degraded, the recovery buoy is released to open a slot through which animals can escape. A buoy line connected to the trap frame maintains connection between the marine trap and the recovery buoy, which assists in recovery of the marine trap.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating type II diabetes in a feline are provided. A viral vector is provided which includes a nucleic acid molecule comprising a sequence encoding a feline GLP-1 receptor agonist.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a microfluidic bio-sensing system is disclosed. The system includes at least one semiconductor chip configured to control at least one of electrokinetic fluid flow, cell manipulation and sensing, and bio-molecular sensing by utilizing at least one plurality of electrodes in a microfluidic channel. The bio-sensing system is applicable to general bio-molecular and cell-based diagnostics in a battery-powered hand-held ultra-compact packaging without requiring any external instrumentations, allowing for the elimination of pneumatic pumps.

Abstract: High-entropy ultra-high temperature ceramics (HE-UHTC) coatings deposited on substrates, as well methods for depositing the HE-UHTC coatings on the substrates, are provided. An HE-UHTC electrode can be fabricated via spark plasma sintering (SPS) and then a thin coating of the HE-UHTC can be deposited in a precision-controlled manner on a substrate via an electro-spark deposition process.

Abstract: One or more embodiments relate to stable catalysts prepared through the encapsulation of platinum particles inside an alumina framework. These catalysts do not sinter at 800° C. in the presence of oxygen and steam, conditions in which conventional catalysts sinter to large extents, while showing similar reaction rates. Extending this approach to Pd/Pt bimetallic catalysts leads to maintained small particle size at temperatures as high as 1,100° C. in air and steam. This strategy can be broadly applied to other metal and metal oxides for applications where sintering is a major cause of materials deactivation.

Abstract: A system and method for neurobehavioral testing, including eyeblink conditioning and prepulse inhibition, without air puffs, that utilizes an electronic device with a light source, a camera, and a speaker, and makes assessments based on the degree to which an eyelid is closed after a user is exposed to conditional and unconditional stimuli.

Abstract: A method for reducing pulmonary hypertension in a mammal that employs FK506 is provided. In certain embodiments, the method comprises administering FK506 to a mammal having pulmonary arterial hypertension associated with defective MBPR2 signaling at a dosage sufficient to reduce blood pressure in the pulmonary artery of the mammal.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems for determining a stretch condition of a tissue and assessing the stiffness of the tissue. Also provided herein are methods for using the systems for measuring stiffness of a tissue, assessing the effect of an agent on a tissue, and identifying subjects having a disease or disorder associated with increased or decreased stiffness of a tissue.

Abstract: Systems and method for detecting anomalies in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes receiving a first data stream collected from a first sensor, identifying a first set of anomalies in the first data stream using a first model, receiving a second data stream collected from a second sensor, identifying a second set of anomalies in the second data stream using a second model, determining a set of joint anomalies using the first set of anomalies, second set of anomalies, and a threshold, wherein a threshold is some time period, and updating how anomalies are identified in the first and second set of models using the set of joint anomalies.

Abstract: A spacer for an immersion objective lens can be fabricated by pressing a set of sidewalls onto a mirror to form a liquid-tight cavity, filling the liquid-tight cavity with a first quantity of a UV-curable polymer, and curing the first quantity of the UV-curable polymer into a first solid mass that will be adhered to the mirror. The upper surface of the first solid mass is then positioned near the objective lens, with a second quantity of a UV curable polymer occupying the space between the first solid mass and the objective lens. Next, the position of the first solid mass is adjusted until it reaches a final position with respect to the objective lens. This adjustment may be assisted by checking the collimation of light reflected back through the mirror. The second quantity of the UV curable polymer is then cured.

Abstract: Microscopic analysis of a sample includes a system using dark-field illumination. A mid-IR optical source generates a mid-infrared beam, which is directed onto the sample to induce a temperature change by absorption of the mid-infrared beam. A visible light source generates a light illuminating the sample on a substrate and creating a scattered field and a reflected field along a collection path of the system. A pupil mask is positioned along the collection path to block the reflected field while allowing the scattered field to pass therethrough. A camera is positioned at an end of the collection path to collect the scattered field and generate a dark-field image of the sample.

Abstract: Plasma-Activated liquids and methods of using the same are described. In one aspect, a method of manufacturing an integrated circuit includes activating a photolithography liquid with a plasma; and treating a device component with the activated photolithography liquid. In one example, the photolithography liquid is a photoresist. Activating the photoresist liquid may impart reactive species to the photoresist.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automated diagnosis and prognosis support using radiomics in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for non-invasively identifying triple negative breast cancer, comprising obtaining a magnetic resonance imaging scan of a patient's breast, generating a tumor segmentation mask for the scan of the patient using a first machine learning model, extracting several radiomic features from the segmented scan of the patient, providing the several radiomic features to a second machine learning model, and obtaining, from the second machine learning model, a likelihood that the patient has triple negative breast cancer. In a further embodiment, the second machine learning model further provides an estimated survival time of the patient.

Abstract: Novel AAV capsids and recombinant AAV vectors comprising the same are provided.

Abstract: Systems and methods for decoding intended symbols from neural activity in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a symbol decoding system for brain-computer interfacing, including a neural signal recorder implanted into a brain of a user, and a symbol decoder, the symbol decoder including a processor, and a memory, where the memory includes a symbol decoding application capable of directing the processor to obtain neural signal data from the neural signal recorder, estimate a symbol from the neural signal data using a symbol model, and perform a command associated with the symbol.

Abstract: Systems and methods for energy storage and energy recovery are provided. An electrical-to-electrical energy storage system includes a thermochemical energy storage device, a blower, a compressor, a turbine, and an electrical generator. The TCES device includes a vessel, a porous bed, and a heater. The porous bed is disposed within an interior volume of the vessel. The porous bed comprises a reactive material. The reactive material is configured to release oxygen upon being heated to a reduction temperature, and generate heat when exposed to oxygen. The heater is in thermal contact with the reactive material. The blower is configured to remove oxygen from the interior volume. The compressor is configured to flow oxygen into the interior volume. The turbine is configured to receive a heated, oxygen-depleted gas from the interior volume. The generator is configured to be powered by the turbine to generate electricity.

Abstract: Systems and methods for enabling infinite wireless charging of unmanned aerial systems (UASs) are provided. A UAS detects sources of power and wirelessly charges itself by collecting ambient electromagnetic energy from a power infrastructure. A UAS in accordance with features and aspects described herein is autonomous, may always be wirelessly charged (e.g., with high induced voltage), and can make use of weak energy. Moreover, various charging techniques can be used, such as in-flight, trickle, perching, and/or parking. Dynamic flight is supported using multi-angle MIMO coils. Additionally or alternatively, faster charging can be achieved with a supercapacitor and slower charging can be achieved with a battery.