Abstract: A system and methodology for determining the frontal edge of knowledge of an individual in an efficient manner using a hierarchal knowledge data structure is provided. The process (implemented by the system and/or methods) include navigating the branches of the hierarchal knowledge data structure in a statistically efficient manner to assess or determine the knowledge status and skill set of each concept, and wherein less than all the concepts are tested in the hierarchal knowledge data structure.

Abstract: A fluidic optical element includes a fluid bilayer having a first fluid layer and a second fluid layer defining a fluid interface therebetween, and an electrode disposed over a surface of the fluid bilayer. The geometry of the fluid interface and hence the optical response of the fluid bilayer to incident light may be manipulated using the principle of dielectrophoresis.

Abstract: A project analysis and recommendation system having a user interface configured to receive user input regarding a project and various project parameters; one or more sets of computer instructions, a user skill database, and a candidate skill database; and a processor configured to implement the one or more sets of computer instructions from the non-transitory computer readable medium. The processor configured to perform the following tasks: analyze the user skill database; determine a match between the plurality of necessary competencies and one or more user profiles; analyze the candidate skill database; determine a match between the plurality of necessary competencies and one or more potential candidate profiles; and generate a user recommendation relating to an internal assignment of the project, user training, an external assignment of the project, or an external candidate hire.

Abstract: Contemplated herein is a system and method for answering user queries, the system and method including a tracked user skill database, a historical database, and a training content database wherein processing circuitry can determine a tool being utilized by a user; receive a user input query; tokenize the user input query and associate one or more tokens with the user input query; and search the databases so as to match the query with content within the databases. The system can then present potential matches to the user and receiving input regarding user satisfaction with regard to the potential matches presented. If the answer is not satisfactory the system can then analyze the tracked user skill database for user profiles indicating proficiency in the matched feature of the query.

Abstract: A project analysis, and match recommendation system having a user interface configured to receive user input regarding a project and associated parameters. The system also includes one or more processors configured to implement one or more sets of computer instructions which instruct the one or more processors to analyze a worker skill database having a plurality of worker profiles and associated worker skill proficiencies associated with one or more particular worker proficiencies; and determine a match between a plurality of particular required project competencies and one or more worker profiles having one or more particular worker proficiencies so as to facilitate optimal project assignment or placement.

Abstract: An apparatus may include an adjustable fluid lens that includes a deformable element and a fluid that is substantially transparent and that is contained at least in part by the deformable element. The apparatus may additionally include a sensor that detects a property of the fluid that indicates a viscosity of the fluid. The apparatus may further include a control element that regulates, based at least in part on the property of the fluid, a speed with which to apply a deforming force to the deformable element. Additionally, the apparatus may include an actuator that adjusts an optical property of the adjustable fluid lens by applying the deforming force to the deformable element at the regulated speed. Various other apparatuses, systems, and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A project analysis, and match recommendation system having a user interface configured to receive user input regarding a project and associated parameters. The system also includes one or more processors configured to implement one or more sets of computer instructions which instruct the one or more processors to analyze a worker skill database having a plurality of worker profiles and associated worker skill proficiencies associated with one or more particular worker proficiencies; and determine a match between a plurality of particular required project competencies and one or more worker profiles having one or more particular worker proficiencies so as to facilitate optimal project assignment or placement.

Abstract: A project analysis and recommendation system having a user interface configured to receive user input regarding a project and various project parameters; one or more sets of computer instructions, a user skill database, and a candidate skill database; and a processor configured to implement the one or more sets of computer instructions from the non-transitory computer readable medium. The processor configured to perform the following tasks: analyze the user skill database; determine a match between the plurality of necessary competencies and one or more user profiles; analyze the candidate skill database; determine a match between the plurality of necessary competencies and one or more potential candidate profiles; and generate a user recommendation relating to an internal assignment of the project, user training, an external assignment of the project, or an external candidate hire.

Abstract: Contemplated herein is a system and method for answering user queries, the system and method including a tracked user skill database, a historical database, and a training content database wherein processing circuitry can determine a tool being utilized by a user; receive a user input query; tokenize the user input query and associate one or more tokens with the user input query; and search the databases so as to match the query with content within the databases. The system can then present potential matches to the user and receiving input regarding user satisfaction with regard to the potential matches presented. If the answer is not satisfactory the system can then analyze the tracked user skill database for user profiles indicating proficiency in the matched feature of the query.

Abstract: A new and distinct Fragaria x ananassa plant named ‘Redstart’, particularly characterized as a weak day-neutral long fruiting variety.

Abstract: A new and distinct Fragaria x ananassa plant named ‘Wasatch’, particularly characterized as a strong day-neutral.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-144’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-149’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-005’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: A system for use with an antenna array having a plurality of antennas, said system comprising a first calibration arrangement for calibration of signals of said antenna array; a second calibration system for calibration of signals of said antenna array; and selection means for selecting one of said calibration arrangements for calibrating signals of said antenna array.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-005’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-144’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct stevia plant designated as ‘12-05-149’ primarily adapted to produce sweeteners.

Abstract: A new and distinct Fragaria x ananassa plant named ‘Redstart’, particularly characterized as a weak day-neutral long fruiting variety.

Abstract: A new and distinct Fragaria x ananassa plant named ‘Wasatch’, particularly characterized as a strong day-neutral.