Abstract: A method for testing a subject to detect a reduction in cerebral function presumably resulting from mild traumatic brain injury, that affects visual, proprioceptive, and vestibular brain functions includes: providing a user interface, input device, and portable computer into the hands of the test subject suspected of having mild traumatic brain injury; providing an icon on the user interface visible to the subject; rotating the subject holding the computer a predetermined number of revolutions, at a predetermined rate of rotation, to engage the vestibular system of the subject prior to testing; aligning, by the subject, the icon on the screen of the user interface in alignment with a test administrator; maintaining the alignment of the icon on the screen and the test administrator throughout the rotations; and conducting a real-time test for mild traumatic brain injury utilizing the user interface, the user input device, and the associated computer.

Abstract: A method and system for streaming a soundtrack from a server to a remote user device for a reader of electronic media content. The soundtrack is defined by multiple audio regions. Each audio region defined by an audio track for playback in the audio region, a start position in the electronic media content corresponding to where the playback of the audio region is to begin, and a stop position in the electronic media content corresponding to where the playback of the audio region is to cease. The streaming of the soundtrack is based on control data generated by the remote user device.

Abstract: Described herein are semisynthetic biopolymers comprising: a plurality of polyalkylene glycol chains, a protein, and an antioxidant; wherein the polyalkylene glycol chains are conjugated to the protein through a substituted succinimide linker. In some embodiments, the compounds described herein are conjugated proteins referred to as “semisynthetic supra perfusion agents”, “semisynthetic hybrid biopolymers”, “semisynthetic supra plasma expanders”, or the like. In some embodiments, these compounds mimic the same physiological consequences of high viscosity supra plasma expanders without being highly viscous—i.e. having a viscosity greater than blood.

Abstract: A valve assembly for an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system which provides emission control, regulates flow of exhaust gases, and is suitable for gasoline or diesel applications. The EGR valve assembly is a latching valve assembly which reduces power consumption (i.e., continuous electric draw) from the battery while the valve is either being held open or closed, and reduces electrical interference inherent with integrated position sensors. The valve assembly includes a latching mechanism controlled by an actuator which allows a valve to latch open or closed. The valve may be a single stage valve or a multi-stage valve, which includes a latching mechanism that allows for intermediate open positions, and uses of only a short, single pulse of voltage, to change the state of the valve. The actuator may also be held energized at full extend, maintaining a maximum valve open position, creating additional flow capability of the valve assembly.

Abstract: A linear actuator includes a stator assembly and a rotor assembly operatively associated with the stator assembly and mounted for rotation with respect to the stator assembly. A shaft is restricted from rotation and is associated with the rotor assembly such that rotation of the rotor assembly causes linear movement of the shaft. A capnut is associated with a distal end of the shaft for movement therewith. A shroud is coupled to the stator assembly and substantially surrounds the capnut. The shroud includes a valve seat, and an inlet communicating with an outlet through a throttle opening adjacent to the valve seat. The shaft and associated capnut are constructed and arranged to move relative to the valve seat to control air flow between the inlet and the outlet.

Abstract: A valve assembly for an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system which provides emission control, regulates flow of exhaust gases, and is suitable for gasoline or diesel applications. The EGR valve assembly is a latching valve assembly which reduces power consumption (i.e., continuous electric draw) from the battery while the valve is either being held open or closed, and reduces electrical interference inherent with integrated position sensors. The valve assembly includes a latching mechanism controlled by an actuator which allows a valve to latch open or closed. The valve may be a single stage valve or a multi-stage valve, which includes a latching mechanism that allows for intermediate open positions, and uses of only a short, single pulse of voltage, to change the state of the valve. The actuator may also be held energized at full extend, maintaining a maximum valve open position, creating additional flow capability of the valve assembly.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for the treatment of a subject having an autism spectrum disorder. The disclosed compositions may contain racemic ketamine or S-ketamine. The disclosed methods of administering the compositions include intranasal administration to a subject having an autism spectrum disorder.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for the treatment of a subject having an autism spectrum disorder. The disclosed compositions may contain racemic ketamine or S-ketamine. The disclosed methods of administering the compositions include intranasal administration to a subject having an autism spectrum disorder.

Abstract: A blister card with a back side and a front side opposite the back side. The front side has a plurality of blisters and each blister contains a unit dose and each unit dose contains an active. Each blister card contains from about 12 hours to about 24 hours of unit doses according to the dosage instructions. The actives can be the same or different.

Abstract: A device suitable for providing a workout for surfers and as a general exercise device includes a platform on which a user may kneel, sit, lie, or stand. The platform is mounted on a support frame including legs for supporting the top of the frame above ground level. A rod is mounted on the support frame and extends away from the platform. At least one resistance and a handle are provided on the rod, which can be grasped by a user and pulled against the resistance. The platform is mounted on the support frame by a mounting which allows the platform to tilt, particularly laterally from side to side about an axis which is parallel or co-axial to the axis of the rod. The mounting is adjustable to allow the degree of instability of the platform to be adjusted.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wood preservative formulation comprising a biocidal agent which is a copper or zinc ion complexed with an amino compound selected from the group consisting of ammonia, a water soluble amine or alkanolamine and an aminocarboxylic acid and a stabilizer, as well as to aqueous treatment solutions comprising such a formulation and methods of treating wood or other cellulosic material utilizing said formulation.

Abstract: An attachment device (10) adapted for use with at least two retainers (14), the device (10) including at least two mountings (44), each for engagement with a retainer (14), wherein when a first one (14a) of the retainers is engaged with the device (10) it cannot be detached from the device until another retainer (14b) has been engaged with the device (10).

Abstract: A method for testing a subject to detect a reduction in cerebral function presumably resulting from mild traumatic brain injury, that affects visual, proprioceptive, and vestibular brain functions includes: providing a user interface, input device, and portable computer into the hands of the test subject suspected of having mild traumatic brain injury; providing an icon on the user interface visible to the subject; rotating the subject holding the computer a predetermined number of revolutions, at a predetermined rate of rotation, to engage the vestibular system of the subject prior to testing; aligning, by the subject, the icon on the screen of the user interface in alignment with a test administrator; maintaining the alignment of the icon on the screen and the test administrator throughout the rotations; and conducting a real-time test for mild traumatic brain injury utilizing the user interface, the user input device, and the associated computer.

Abstract: A portable blister card including a front side and a back side opposite the front side. The front side includes a face having a width, a right side edge, a left side edge, a top edge, and an outer periphery. In addition, the front side includes a first blister and a second blister extending outwardly at the face and a primary manufacturer indicia area comprising a manufacturer indicator visible on the front side. The first blister contains a first unit dose and the second blister contains a second unit dose, wherein the first and second unit doses are different. The back side includes regulatory information that remains on the back side when each unit dose is removed from each blister through the back side of the card.

Abstract: A system includes an electrical enclosure, a first electrical unit, a first electrical module, a first heat spreader, and a heat sink. The first electrical unit is removably disposed within the electrical enclosure, and the first electrical unit includes a first surface opposite to a second surface. The first electrical module is removably disposed within the first electrical unit, and the first electrical module is inserted into the first electrical unit in a first direction from the first surface to the second surface. The first heat spreader is coupled to the first electrical module, and the first heat spreader comprises a first tapered coupling. The heat sink includes a second tapered coupling. The second tapered coupling is couples with the first tapered coupling of the first heat spreader to form a physical thermal connection that facilitates heat transfer between the first electrical module and the heat sink.