Abstract: A hyperspectral detection system of luminescence from solid phase samples that are stimulated with radiation sources. includes an observation region, a sample holder configured to hold one or more solid-phase samples, at least one radiation source configured to irradiate the observation region, and a collector configured to collect the radiation emitted through or reflected by the sample upon irradiation by the at least one radiation source. The collector has a magnification factor value (M) equal to or lower than 20, and has a numerical aperture value equal to or higher than 0.25. A multichannel filter is configured to selectively filter the wavelength of the radiation collected by the collector, and an image sensor is configured to receive the filtered radiation and generate an image that is a two-dimensional map of the sample.

Abstract: Avatar generation from an image is performed using semi-supervised machine learning. An image space model undergoes unsupervised training from images to generate latent image vectors responsive to image inputs. An avatar parameter space model undergoes unsupervised training from avatar parameter values for avatar parameters to generate latent avatar parameter vectors responsive to avatar parameter value inputs. A cross-modal mapping model undergoes supervised training on image-avatar parameter pair inputs corresponding to the latent image vectors and the latent avatar parameter vectors. The trained image space model generates a latent image vector from an image input. The trained cross-modal mapping model translates the latent image vector to a latent avatar parameter vector. The trained avatar parameter space model generates avatar parameter values from the latent avatar parameter vector. The latent avatar parameter vector can be used to render an avatar having features corresponding to the input image.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods that provide a novel framework that automatically and dynamically adjusts and controls the real-world conditions of an environment within a location. Such adjustment can be based on characteristics of items and/or persons within a location, such that the integrity of the items are prevented from being compromised. The framework can function by determining and enforcing safe thresholds for environmental conditions (e.g., temperature and humidity, for example) using artificial intelligence and/or machine learning (AI/ML) techniques. Climate and environmental condition information within the location, as well as attributes/characteristics of the location and/or items therein can be accounted for, and leveraged in determining environmentally safe thresholds that can be utilized for monitoring the location. When real-world conditions in the environment approach and/or exceed the safe thresholds, a climate system (e.g.

Abstract: Systems and methods for harvesting cells include a bioreactor with a structure for cell entrapment/adherence and growth, such as a fixed bed structure. A cell harvest mechanism is adapted to agitate the bioreactor, such as by vibrating or shaking the fixed bed, and to move a liquid level relative to the structure, such as by repeatedly flushing and filling the bioreactor. A cell detaching solution is provided to the bioreactor, such as an enzymatic cocktail for the detachment of cells without producing clumps or aggregates. The bioreactor may comprise a preculture vessel upstream of another bioreactor.

Abstract: A pressure sensing device (1000) comprises first and second electrodes (10, 20) spaced from each other by a distance. At least one of the electrodes is formed of/comprises a unitary piece of non-metallic conductive material. The distance is changeable in response to a pressure/force applied to the first and/or second electrode. The device comprises a measurement module (500) connected to the first/second electrode at a plurality of sensing points (S1 . . . ). The measurement module is configured to measure a change in capacitance between the first and second electrodes, in response to a change in the distance when a pressure/force is applied to the first and/or second electrode, at each sensing point individually and/or at all sensing points simultaneously. The measurement module is configured to determine the location, area and amount of applied pressure on the first and/or second electrode from the individual measurements, and/or the amount of the applied pressure from the simultaneous measurement.

Abstract: The invention relates to a specific panel of circulating synaptic protein related miRNAs for use in the diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and/or early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (AD). The invention also relates to a method and to a kit for the diagnosis of said diseases using said specific panel of circulating miRNAs biomarkers.

Abstract: An example device includes: an enclosure; a plurality of drawer units supported in the enclosure, each drawer unit movable between an accessible position and a secure position and comprising: at least one divider configured to divide an interior of the drawer unit into a plurality of compartments; a selectively securable compartment door for each of the compartments; detection elements configured to monitor the connection points; and a control system configured to: determine, for each drawer unit, a compartment configuration; and in response to an access request: identify a designated drawer unit and a designated compartment based on the determined compartment configuration for the designated drawer unit; and release the compartment door for the designated compartment to allow access to the designated compartment.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to implants and tools for the fixation or fusion of joints or bone segments. These tools include tissue dilators and protectors. Other tools include broaches used to shape bores in bone. The tools can also include a system for removing an implant from bone. Implants can include assemblies of one or more implant structures that make possible the achievement of diverse interventions involving the fusion and/or stabilization of lumbar and sacral vertebra in a non-invasive manner, with minimal incision, and without the necessitating the removing the intervertebral disc. Implants for fusing both sacroiliac joints of a patient include a long implant that extends across both sacroiliac joints.

Abstract: Method for bonding a thermoplastic piping system (1) without the use of solvent-based adhesives, the piping system (1) comprising at least one first pipe or fitting part (11), and at least one second pipe or fitting part (12), which comprises the steps of i) applying a cyanoacrylate adhesive (2) onto at least one surface of the at least one first pipe or fitting part (11), or at least one second pipe or fitting part (12), ii) inserting together the at least one first pipe or fitting part (11), and the at least one second pipe or fitting part (12) before an open time lapses, iii) removing the excess of cyanoacrylate adhesive (2), iv) allowing the adhesive to cure. Associated adhesive for bonding a thermoplastic piping system (1) without the use of solvents, comprising a cyanoacrylate monomer (21), a polymerization inhibitor, a viscosity thickener, and a curing speed adjusting catalyst.

Abstract: A system (100) for pairing a user's mobile device (3) to a user's portable device, the system (100) comprising the user's mobile device (3) using a mobile subscription and comprising a SIM card associated to a Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital Number, MSISDN; and pairing means (4) to perform pairing between the mobile device (3) and the portable device, the VR device (1) comprising computing means (2) to perform pairing between the VR device (1) and the mobile device (3), the VR device (1) being configured to authenticate the user's mobile device (3), wherein authenticate means that the user is in possession of the user's mobile device (3) using the mobile subscription.

Abstract: A camper shell lock assembly includes a camper shell that is installed on a bed of a pickup. The camper shell has a door and the door has a locking mechanism that is movably integrated into the door. The locking mechanism is rotatable into a locked condition for inhibiting the door from is opened. The locking mechanism is rotatable into an unlocked condition to facilitate the door to be opened. A box is positionable over the locking mechanism thereby restricting motion of the locking mechanism. The box is comprised of a rigid material thereby facilitating the box to inhibit the locking mechanism from being rotated into the unlocked condition. In this way the door from is inhibited from being opened to inhibit a person outside of the camper shell from opening the door.

Abstract: A shoe insole includes photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors to monitor SpO2 levels to aid in detection of one or more disorders such as hypoxemia, deteriorating organ function, wound prone tissues or the like. The insole further includes electrodes that may be utilized to stimulate a foot at or adjacent a wound. An insole according to the present disclosure may be utilized to monitor diabetic wounds, and aid in the healing of diabetic wounds of a foot.

Abstract: A system (100) for managing incoming calls in a user's mobile device (3) while using a user's virtual reality, VR, device (1), comprising a user's mobile device (3) comprising a SIM card associated to a Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital Number, MSISDN, the SIM card associated to a mobile carrier from an IP Multimedia. Subsystem, IMS, network (6), a user's virtual reality, VR, device (1) comprising computing means (2) to perform a pairing process between the mobile device (3) and the user's VR device (1) and managing incoming calls, an authentication module (4) configured to authenticate the user's mobile device (3), wherein authenticate means that the VR user (A) is in possession of the user's mobile device (3) comprising the SIM card; and a Web Real Time Communications Gateway, WebRTC GW(5) connected to the IMS network (6) of the mobile carrier and configured to translate IMS signaling into WebRTC signaling.

Abstract: A surgical drape support for positioning on a patient's chest to support a drape above the patient's nose and mouth includes a main arch defining an inner main surface, an outer main surface, a main crown, a first main base edge, and a second main base edge. A first lower foot extends downward from the first main base edge and away from the outer main surface. A second lower foot extends downward from the second main base edge and away from the outer main surface. A first upper foot and a second upper foot extend upwards and away from the outer main surface to a position above the main crown. When the first lower foot and the second lower foot are positioned on the patient's chest they are configured to support the drape over the patient's nose and mouth.

Abstract: There is provided a device for automatic asset management as well as a method for dispensing items from said automatic asset management device. The device comprises an enclosure, a shelving unit within the enclosure configured to store at least one item, a delivery hatch on the enclosure configured to allow access to the enclosure, and a dispensing unit within the enclosure. The dispensing unit comprises a front gate comprising an open portion and a closed portion, wherein the front gate is configured to control access through the delivery hatch and an elevator module configured to receive the item from the shelving unit, move to the front gate to link with the front gate, while linked with the front gate, move with the front gate to align the open portion with the delivery hatch to allow access to the item within the elevator module; and upon removal of the item from the elevator module, release the front gate to align the closed portion with the delivery hatch to restrict access to the delivery hatch.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to implants and tools for the fixation or fusion of joints or bone segments. These tools include tissue dilators and protectors. Other tools include broaches used to shape bores in bone. The tools can also include a system for removing an implant from bone. Implants can include assemblies of one or more implant structures that make possible the achievement of diverse interventions involving the fusion and/or stabilization of lumbar and sacral vertebra in a non-invasive manner, with minimal incision, and without the necessitating the removing the intervertebral disc. Implants for fusing both sacroiliac joints of a patient include a long implant that extends across both sacroiliac joints.

Abstract: An accessory adapter for a wheelchair having a chassis, a mounting bracket and a foot platform. The adapter includes a base mount having a bracket engagement portion for engaging the mounting bracket and an extension engagement portion for engaging an extension member. The extension member includes a first and second extension engagement feature for engaging the mounting bracket and an accessory member respectively.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to implants and tools for the fixation or fusion of joints or bone segments. These tools include tissue dilators and protectors. Other tools include broaches used to shape bores in bone. The tools can also include a system for removing an implant from bone. Implants can include assemblies of one or more implant structures that make possible the achievement of diverse interventions involving the fusion and/or stabilization of lumbar and sacral vertebra in a non-invasive manner, with minimal incision, and without the necessitating the removing the intervertebral disc. Implants for fusing both sacroiliac joints of a patient include a long implant that extends across both sacroiliac joints.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides epoxy adhesive compositions with increased adhesion to surfaces, including metal surfaces, comprising a catechol modifier and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: A boat with an inner cabin suspended on a rotating shaft inside an outer shell. The outer shell completely encloses the inner cabin. The inner cabin freely rotates on the shaft inside the outer shell to maintain an upright orientation in any sea condition. Optionally, a motor is provided between the inner cabin and outer shell to dampen rotation of the inner cabin.