Abstract: A method for psychological testing of a subject is performed by (A) presenting a test by means of a testing means having output means (e.g. a computer monitor) and input means (e.g. a keyboard); and, (B) instructing the subject by displaying a simulation (as shown in the figure) of the test by means of the output means so that the subject can learn how to perform the test from the simulation. The test is therefore independent of the subject's language skills, or of verbal instructions provided by a supervisor.

Abstract: A method for psychological testing of a subject is performed by (A) presenting a test by means of a testing means having output means (e.g. a computer monitor) and input means (e.g. a keyboard); and, (B) instructing the subject by displaying a simulation (as shown in the figure) of the test by means of said output means so that the subject can learn how to perform the test from the simulation. The test is therefore independent of the subject's language skills, or of verbal instructions provided by a supervisor.

Abstract: A system and method of diagnosing the onset and monitoring the progression of cognitive impairment may incorporate administering one or more psychological tests and instructing a subject regarding rules for responding to the one or more tests without providing cultural cues such as may be introduced in language-based instruction techniques. Proper test responses may be simulated during an instruction phase preceding the testing phase. An apparatus, system, and method of testing cognitive function may be implemented in a computerized system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system for controlling heating and cooling equipment in an energy efficient manner. The system comprises a microcontroller, a temperature sensor, a motion detector, a telecommunications interface and a control interface for the heating and cooling equipment. The system can override the thermostat control of the heating and cooling equipment and operate the equipment at a first set-back level and a second set-back level. The system will operate at the first set-back level if there is no motion for a pre-determined period. The system will revert to thermostat control if motion is detected within a second pre-determined period, otherwise the system will initiate operation at the second set-back level. The system will operate at the second set-back level until motion is detected or a control signal is received from a telephone. If thermostat control is initiated by a telephone, then the system will disable operation at the first set-back level until motion is detected.