Abstract: The present invention belongs to the field of advanced manufacturing technology and relates to one set-up and method of electrohydrodynamic jet 3D printing based on resultant effect of electric field and thermal field. This method is used to fabricate micro/nano 3D structure, under the resultant effects of electro hydrodynamic force and thermal field. First of all, the ink reaches needle orifice at a constant speed under the resultant effect of fluid field and gravity field. Then a high voltage electric field is applied between needle and substrate. And the ink is dragged to form stable micro/nano scale jet which is far smaller than the needle size using the electric field shear force generated at needle orifice. The solvent evaporation rate of ink increases combined with the radiation of thermal field at the same time. Finally, the micro/nano scale 3D structure is fabricated on substrate with the accumulation of jet layer by layer.

Abstract: A porous activated asphaltene material is described with a method of making and a method of using for the adsorption of a contaminant from a solution. The porous activated asphaltene material may be made by functionalizing solid asphaltene with nitric acid, and then treating the product with a metal hydroxide. The resulting porous activated asphaltene material exhibits a high porosity, and may be cleaned and reused for adsorbing contaminants.

Abstract: Non-viral delivery platforms are provided for facilitating transport of molecules across cell membranes. In some forms, DNA nanoshells capable of transporting cargo molecules are formed, and may be formed in order to surround a variety of materials for a variety of purposes.

Abstract: Light Sheet Theta (LS-0) Microscopy achieves large sample imaging capabilities without affecting the imaging depth or the image quality. An optical layout places a detection objective normal to the sample surface, while placing the illumination objectives that generate light sheets at an angle (theta) significantly smaller than 90 degrees. In this configuration, the light sheets enter from same side of the sample as the detection objective. The intersection of the light-sheet and the detection focal plane results in a line illumination-detection profile that is discriminated by a camera.

Abstract: An agent comprising: an algin crosslinked with acetal linkages; and at least one cation coupled to the crosslinked algin.

Abstract: Compositions and methods that utilize anti-CD11b antibodies, anti-CD18 antibodies, anti-myeloperoxidase (MPO) antibodies, anti-integrin ?V antibodies, anti-integrin ?1 antibodies, Abciximab, neutrophil inhibitory factor (NIF) protein, and/or combinations thereof to treat solid tumors are described.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing electrocautery on a site of a subject that includes inserting a trocar device into the location of the site of the subject and electro-cauterizing the site of the subject using a diode included with the trocar device. A method and apparatus for performing electrocautery on a site of a subject that includes inserting one or more medical tubes or medical instruments or devices that extends through an expandable sheath; and electro-cauterizing the site of the subject using a diode included with the expandable sheath device.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for expanding tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs), such as tumor-infiltrating T cells, utilizing an agonist of PGC1? in vivo, ex vivo, or both. Exhausted T cells present in the TIL population fail to effectively proliferate, produce cytokines, or kill target cells. The present disclosure provides methods to correct these defects through the use of pharmacologic agents to reprogram the metabolism of the exhausted intratumoral T cells. Exemplary agonists of PGC1? include proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR)-gamma agonists (e.g., a thiazolidinedione (TZD), aleglitazar, farglitazar, muraglitazar, or tesaglitazar), AMPK activators (e.g., 5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleotide, AICAR), and sirtuin activators (e.g., resveratrol, SRT1720, SRT2104, SRT2183, SRT1460). Also provided are kits can compositions that can be used with such methods.

Abstract: A neural device to which a conditioned response function is imparted and a driving method thereof are disclosed. Quantum dots and a polymer insulating layer are formed between upper and lower electrodes. Conductive filaments are formed at interfaces between the quantum dots and the polymer insulating layer. When a positive pulse, which is an unconditioned stimulus signal, is applied, the conductive filaments are formed, and a low resistance state is implemented. As the number of applications of a negative pulse, which is a conditioned stimulus signal, increases, the neural device is switched from a high resistance state to the low resistance state. Through this, the neural device having learning ability for the conditioned stimulus signal may be implemented and driven.

Abstract: A vehicle has a trailer backup steering input apparatus, a trailer backup assist control module coupled to the a trailer backup steering input apparatus, and an electric power assist steering system coupled to the trailer backup assist control module and. The trailer backup steering input apparatus is configured for outputting a trailer path curvature signal approximating a desired curvature for a path of travel of a trailer towably coupled to the vehicle. The trailer backup assist control module is configured for determining vehicle steering information as a function of the trailer path curvature signal. The electric power assist steering system is configured for controlling steering of steered wheels of the vehicle as a function of the vehicle steering information.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment, prevention, or reduction of persistent infections, such as chronic infections, latent infections, and slow infections and cancer. The methods and compositions of the invention are also useful for the alleviation of one or more symptoms associated with such infections and cancer.

Abstract: Thin film coatings and methods of manufacture thereof are presented. Ultra-thin coatings of cross-linked high-methoxyl pectin polysaccharides were fabricated by spin-casting solutions of citrus pectin followed by cross-linking upon exposure to solutions of calcium chloride (CaCl2) in ethanol. By adjusting temperature, degree of cross-linking, and pH of the surroundings, the pectin coatings can be carefully tuned for a desired response.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the treatment of malignancy are disclosed.

Abstract: A fabrication method for a flexible bifacial dye-sensitized solar cell is described. The method involves forming a flexible counter electrode of crystalline Pt nanoparticles on a first conductive layer by irradiating a precursor solution with a UV lamp. A flexible photoanode is formed by applying metal oxide particles to a second conductive layer, and then the solar cell is constructed by sandwiching an electrolyte between the counter electrode and photoanode.

Abstract: A composition comprising mesoporous aggregates of magnetic nanoparticles and free-radical producing enzyme (i.e., enzyme-bound mesoporous aggregates), wherein the mesoporous aggregates of magnetic nanoparticles have mesopores in which the free-radical-producing enzyme is embedded. Methods for synthesizing the enzyme-bound mesoporous aggregates are also described. Processes that use said enzyme-bound mesoporous aggregates for depolymerizing lignin, removing aromatic contaminants from water, and polymerizing monomers polymerizable by a free-radical reaction are also described.

Abstract: An injection molding apparatus including a mold, an injection device and a specific volume sensing module is provided. The injection device is adapted to inject a material into the mold. At least parts of the specific volume sensing module are disposed at the mold, wherein the specific volume sensing module is adapted to sense an actual specific volume of the material in the mold. In addition, an injection molding method is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is an energy generating system having an integrated energy generator and energy storage. According to one embodiment, energy generation and storage may be performed using external kinetic energy, and output from a generator device may be improved using a voltage stored in the energy storage. A storage efficiency of the energy storage may be further increased via the improved output from the generator device. Further, the energy generator and energy storage may be integrated with each other to improve a space utilization.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system for joint mobilization comprising a mobilization tool, a head unit, and a mobilization glove. The system is directed to relief for patients suffering from joint pain and stiffness. The system provides for a controlled approach to evaluation and treatment of joint pain and stiffness, allowing for universal implementation while minimizing inter-therapist error. Moreover, the system provides for adapting longitudinal patient care.

Abstract: A method for fabricating quantum rods includes: preparing a Cd-precursor; preparing a S-precursor and CdSe seeds; preparing a Zn-precursor; mixing the S-precursor and the CdSe seeds with the Cd-precursor in a reaction mixture; adding the Zn-precursor to the reaction mixture; stopping the reaction; and performing a purification process to obtain the quantum rods.

Abstract: Furoxan compounds, compositions comprising the same, and methods of making and using the same, are described.