Abstract: An apparatus can include a vortex structure that can be configured to couple at a corner where a longitudinal side of a bluff body transitions toward a back side of the bluff body structure. A curved surface of the vortex structure can be configured to protrude beyond the longitudinal side of the bluff body structure when the vortex structure is coupled at the corner. Related trailers and vehicles are also disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments of systems and methods for client and/or server authentication are provided. In one embodiment, a method includes sending information from a mobile network device to a server, wherein the information comprises a seed that is used by both the mobile network device and the server to compute a series of one time passwords. The method also includes receiving, by the mobile network device, a succession of one time passwords generated by the server throughout a session. And the method further includes comparing the received one time passwords generated by the server throughout the session to corresponding one time passwords generated at the mobile network device. In this manner, the server can be authenticated. In various embodiments, the process may be reversed to facilitate client authentication, e.g., mobile network device authentication.

Abstract: An apparatus can include a vortex structure that can be configured to couple at a corner where a longitudinal side of a bluff body transitions toward a back side of the bluff body structure. A curved surface of the vortex structure can be configured to protrude beyond the longitudinal side of the bluff body structure when the vortex structure is coupled at the corner. Related trailers and vehicles are also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for examining the progression, regression or risk of individuals at risk for developing coronary artery disease (CAD).

Abstract: Embodiments of systems and methods for client and/or server authentication are provided. In one embodiment, a method includes sending information from a mobile network device to a server, wherein the information comprises a seed that is used by both the mobile network device and the server to compute a series of one time passwords. The method also includes receiving, by the mobile network device, a succession of one time passwords generated by the server throughout a session. And the method further includes comparing the received one time passwords generated by the server throughout the session to corresponding one time passwords generated at the mobile network device. In this manner, the server can be authenticated. In various embodiments, the process may be reversed to facilitate client, e.g.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for inactivation and/or extraction of acid-fast bacteria (e.g., mycobacteria or nocardia), the method comprising the following sequential steps: (a) acquiring a test sample known to contain or that may contain acid-fast bacteria and suspending the test sample in a container containing ethanol and beads; (b) bead beating and/or vortexing the container to break up clumps and/or disrupt acid-fast bacteria cells in the container; and (c) subsequently incubating the suspension for at least about 3 minutes at room temperature to inactivate any acid-fast bacteria contained in the test sample. In accordance with the present invention, the test sample can subsequently be pelleted by centrifugation, resuspended with formic acid, acetonitrile added, and subjected to mass spectrometry for characterization and/or identification of the acid-fast bacteria.

Abstract: An adjustable easel for configuring into multiple positions is described. The adjustable easel includes a work surface, an accessory tray, and a frame having a first and second pair of frame members that are selectively adjustable into a plurality of positions. The plurality of positions includes a first position, where the accessory tray and the plurality of frame members are configured to provide a portable storage case. In a second position, a first work surface is secured relative to the frame members, with the first pair of frame members positioned at a distance from the second pair of frame members. In a third position, a second work surface is secured relative to the frame members. A work surface support, coupled to the first and second work surfaces, is pivoted about a longitudinal axis of the frame when adjusting the position of the adjustable easel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for inactivation and/or extraction of acid-fast bacteria (e.g., mycobacteria or nocardia), the method comprising the following sequential steps: (a) acquiring a test sample known to contain or that may contain acid-fast bacteria and suspending the test sample in a container containing ethanol and beads; (b) bead beating and/or vortexing the container to break up clumps and/or disrupt acid-fast bacteria cells in the container; and (c) subsequently incubating the suspension for at least about 3 minutes at room temperature to inactivate any acid-fast bacteria contained in the test sample. In accordance with the present invention, the test sample can subsequently be pelleted by centrifugation, resuspended with formic acid, acetonitrile added, and subjected to mass spectrometry for characterization and/or identification of the acid-fast bacteria.

Abstract: A system and computer-readable media are provided for facilitating playback of voicemails using a mobile device having a display. Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention allow users to customize the grouping of voicemails, and view and play back voicemails according to these groupings. Additionally, users are able to automatically play back subsets of groups of voicemails in an order that is most meaningful to them without having to intervene during playback.

Abstract: A miniature audio earphone includes a pair of audio earphones, an electrical connector adapted for making a selectively detachable physical and electrical connection to a source of stereo audio signals, a generally Y-shaped electrical lead assembly having a bifurcated upper portion and an adjoining lower portion, whose lower end is coupled to the connector. The upper portion has a pair of branch leads each of which is coupled to a respective one of said earphones. A plurality of exteriorly disposed mechanical shielding elements at least partially surrounds an underlying portion of at least one of said branch leads to resist damage to the lead assembly due to abrasion, crushing, kinking and cutting without unduly impairing the flexibility of the assembly or causing it to have an unattractive appearance. A tensile stress-relief line is also provided for resisting damage to the upper portion of the assembly due to tension.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for examining the progression, regression or risk of individuals at risk for developing coronary artery disease (CAD).

Abstract: Computer method and apparatus for managing software configuration repositories are disclosed. In a plurality of repositories each repository holds a respective set of change-request objects. One of the repositories in the plurality is a primary repository, and the other repositories are working repositories. In the primary repository, there is a respective proxy object for each change-request object of interest in a working repository. Each proxy object has a corresponding associated change-request object in the primary repository. For a given proxy object, changes made to the respective change-request object of interest in the working repository are mapped to the associated change-request object in the primary repository and vice versa.

Abstract: A miniature audio earphone includes a pair of audio earphones, an electrical connector adapted for making a selectively detachable physical and electrical connection to a source of stereo audio signals, a generally Y-shaped electrical lead assembly having a bifurcated upper portion and an adjoining lower portion, whose lower end is coupled to the connector. The upper portion has a pair of branch leads each of which is coupled to a respective one of said earphones. A plurality of exteriorly disposed mechanical shielding elements at least partially surrounds an underlying portion of at least one of said branch leads to resist damage to the lead assembly due to abrasion, crushing, kinking and cutting without unduly impairing the flexibility of the assembly or causing it to have an unattractive appearance. A tensile stress-relief line is also provided for resisting damage to the upper portion of the assembly due to tension.

Abstract: A disposable absorbent article having a fluid transfer layer with target insult zone and/or wavy cut edges can have a liquid permeable top sheet, a liquid impermeable back sheet, an absorbent core disposed at least partially therebetween, and a fluid transfer layer disposed between the absorbent core and the top sheet, wherein the target insult zone is provided in the fluid transfer layer and can be defined by a generally centrally located cut-out portion therethrough. At the target insult zone, the fluid passes through the cut-out portion into the absorbent core unimpeded by the fluid transfer layer. The fluid transfer layer and/or the cut-out portion defining the target insult zone can have at least one edge which can be cut in a specially designed pattern, for example, a wavy cut pattern, to provide improved aesthetics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating the epithelial toxicity caused by administering to a human cancer patient an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor. The pharmaceutical composition preferably comprises an EGFR inhibitor and a keratinocyte growth factor (KGF) in a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. The method of treatment comprises co-administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of KGF with the EGFR inhibitor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating the epithelial toxicity caused by administering to a human cancer patient an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor. The pharmaceutical composition preferably comprises an EGFR inhibitor and a keratinocyte growth factor (KGF) in a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. The method of treatment comprises co-administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of KGF with the EGFR inhibitor.

Abstract: Computer method and apparatus for managing software configuration repositories are disclosed. In a plurality of repositories each repository holds a respective set of change-request objects. One of the repositories in the plurality is a primary repository, and the other repositories are working repositories. In the primary repository, there is a respective proxy object for each change-request object of interest in a working repository. Each proxy object has a corresponding associated change-request object in the primary repository. For a given proxy object, changes made to the respective change-request object of interest in the working repository are mapped to the associated change-request object in the primary repository and vice versa.

Abstract: An absorbent article is provided that includes a liquid pervious top layer, a liquid impervious back layer and an absorbent core disposed therebetween. A plurality of acquisition members are disposed between the top layer and the core. The acquisition members are disposed parallel with a longitudinal length of the core in a configuration that retards strikethrough time. A portion of the top layer may be deformed to form a predetermined pattern. The predetermined pattern may be in spatial alignment with the acquisition members in a configuration that retards strikethrough time. Alternatively, the absorbent article includes a film layer disposed between the core and the back layer.

Abstract: An absorbent article is provided that includes a liquid pervious top layer, a liquid impervious back layer and an absorbent core disposed therebetween. A plurality of acquisition members are disposed between the top layer and the core. The acquisition members are disposed parallel with a longitudinal length of the core in a configuration that retards strikethrough time. A portion of the top layer may be deformed to form a predetermined pattern. The predetermined pattern may be in spatial alignment with the acquisition members in a configuration that retards strikethrough time. Alternatively, the absorbent article includes a film layer disposed between the core and the back layer.

Abstract: The invention includes an absorbent article comprising a front section and a back section. The front and back sections are each configured to be positioned against the front and back, respectively, of a wearer of the absorbent article. At least one extension extends between the front and back sections, and the extension has ends coupled to the front and back sections. The front and back sections and the extension together define a continuous waist of the absorbent article. A fastener is applied to the article, and a portion of the waist folds together to adjust the size of the waist.