Abstract: A sample-to-answer microfluidic system and method including vertical microfluidic device and automated actuation mechanisms, such as, but not limited to, automated mechanical and/or magnetic actuation, is disclosed. In some embodiments, the sample-to-answer microfluidic system includes a vertically oriented microfluidic device and a rotating actuator in relation to the microfluidic device, and wherein the microfluidic device and the rotating actuator are operating in the XZ plane. Additionally, methods of using the sample-to-answer microfluidic system are provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is the use of glycol ether aryl ester plasticizers as viscosity reducing agents in plastisols comprising di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate, 1,2-cyclohexane dicarboxylic acid diisononyl ester, or diisononyl phthalate as the primary plasticizer. The glycol ether aryl ester plasticizers improve viscosity and viscosity stability while maintaining or improving plastisol properties such as Shore A Hardness and fusion time.

Abstract: Techniques are described herein that are capable of establishing an internal clock value of an IoT device based at least on a timestamp received from a security service via a secure connection. The IoT device is booted up by setting a time value associated with an internal clock of the IoT device to a default time value. The time value is reset to an updated time value that is received from a trusted time source. A secure connection is established between the IoT device and the security service using the updated time value. A first timestamp is received by the IoT device from the security service via the secure connection. The time value is reset to a second updated time value that is based at least on the first timestamp. An operation that utilizes a second timestamp, which is based at least on the second updated time value, is performed.

Abstract: A method for the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia comprises: (a) forming from a gas mixture comprising nitrogen and oxygen an atmospheric pressure nonthermal plasma (APNTP) in a plasma device, (b) introducing the APNTP into an aqueous electrolyte solution to form a solution of one or more species of formula NOx?, (c) contacting the solution of (b) with the cathode of an electrochemical cell which comprises a catalyst which is capable of catalyzing the electrochemical reduction of the one or more species of formula NOx? to NH3, and (d) applying a potential or current over the electrochemical cell to effect the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia.

Abstract: Systems and methods for camera-based player and gameplay tracking in a gaming environment are provided. Cameras positioned proximate to the table game can also be used to capture and verify various transactions between the players and the dealer. And informational overlay is graphically displayed on a dealer interface system to display player information to allow for manual entry of the information into input fields of the dealer interface system.

Abstract: A method for the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia (NH3) comprises contacting a nitrogen-containing gas with the cathode of an electrochemical cell comprising a cathode, an anode, an alkaline aqueous electrolyte, and preferably an anion exchange membrane. The cathode is a porous gas diffusion electrode which comprises an active layer comprising a material which is capable of catalyzing the electrochemical reduction of nitrogen and is in contact with the electrolyte, a layer of electroconductive material supporting the active layer, and a porous polymer film on the side of the active layer which does not come into contact with the electrolyte and comes into direct contact with the nitrogen-containing gas. A potential over the electrochemical cell is applied to effect the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia from nitrogen and water. The method can be used to synthesize ammonia without using molecular hydrogen.

Abstract: Techniques for recording submissions of a user actions in relation to interface elements of a GUI for replay are disclosed. Data arguments generated in response to the user actions required for executing a command associated with the user actions are recorded. A system monitors execution of an application. The system detects a command or action that corresponds to submission of a user action in relation to target interface elements displayed by a GUI. When the system detects the command, the system records the user action in relation to the target interface element and data arguments selected for executing the command. When the system receives a request to replay the submission of the user action, the system retrieves the data arguments for executing the command and causes execution of the command by submitting the user action to the GUI along with the data arguments for executing the command.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and devices for simple, low power, automated processing of biological samples through multiple sample preparation and assay steps. The methods and devices described facilitate the point-of-care implementation of complex diagnostic assays in equipment-free, non-laboratory settings.

Abstract: The present application discloses novel cyclohexane dicarboxylate mixed esters of formula I: wherein R1, R2, and n are defined herein. The mixed esters are useful as plasticizers. The application also discloses resin compositions comprising the cyclohexane dicarboxylate mixed esters of formula I.

Abstract: An endoscopic peripheral includes a flexible cable connecting a first end and a second end. The first end of a flexible cable including at least a camera and one or more lights positioned at a time of the first end. The tip is configured for insertion of at least a portion of the first end into a body of patient. The second end of the flexible cable terminates in a connector configured to physically connect the endoscopic peripheral to an electronic device external to the body of a patient. The electronic device powers the camera and the one or more lights and displays content captured by the camera.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to displaying visual effects in image data. In some examples, visual effects include an avatar displayed on a user's face. In some examples, visual effects include stickers applied to image data. In some examples, visual effects include screen effects. In some examples, visual effects are modified based on depth data in the image data.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an isolation system, comprising a flexible, portable, disposable membrane with no rigid structures. The membrane inflates from a contracted state having a small form-factor for storage to an inflated state for use. The membrane has an opening on one side defining a chamber within, with the opening having a sealing member that when closed, seals off the chamber. The membrane includes a first port for ingress of gas into the chamber a second port for egress of exhaust gas via an associated exhaust filter assembly, with the second port intrinsically functioning as a passive pressure regulator.

Abstract: The purpose of the invention is to provide in situ treatment and flow diversion of contaminated groundwater without the need for an external energy source. The primary means by which contaminated groundwater is treated in situ within a subsurface environment is through the use of the use of the modular SubflowRx and interrelated components that work together or independently to control groundwater flow outside the system as well as diverting contaminated groundwater inside the system for extended treatment. The present disclosure provides embodiments, examples, and advantages of how the components work to achieve this common purpose.

Abstract: The subject system may be implemented by at least one processor configured to, by a system process, receive a request for one or more content item bundles, obtain the one or more content item bundles for presentation of the one or more content item bundles, receive a selection of a content item bundle from the presented one or more content item bundles, and providing, to the application process, one or more content items of the selected content item bundle. The one or more content item bundles are inaccessible to an application process before they are provided to the application process by the system process.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and devices for simple, low power, automated processing of biological samples through multiple sample preparation and assay steps. The methods and devices described facilitate the point-of-care implementation of complex diagnostic assays in equipment-free, non-laboratory settings.

Abstract: Described herein is anhydrous sodium thiosulfate, methods for synthesizing anhydrous sodium thiosulfate, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of treating ototoxicity. Anhydrous sodium thiosulfate is synthesized from sodium sulfite, sulfur, and cetylpyridinium chloride. The anhydrous sodium thiosulfate is formulated into a pharmaceutical composition comprising a buffer and solvent. These compositions are useful for eliminating or reducing ototoxicity in pediatric patients receiving platinum-based chemotherapeutics.

Abstract: This disclosure enables (1) creation of various tags and (2) tagging of various data structures identified above with such tags. Therefore, once tagged, these data structures can be processed by various application programs, without reprograming of these application programs or with minimal reprogramming of these application programs, because these tags accommodate or account for potential changes to these data structures (e.g., in format) that are made before these data structure are received for processing, as explained above. For example, some of such tags may be business user defined categorizations of data structures that can be evaluated during processing of some of such data structures and subsequently used as inputs to a standardized logic, thereby eliminating of reprogramming of these application programs or minimizing reprogramming of these application programs.

Abstract: A computer system, in response to detecting the occurrence of a first event, applies a first virtual effect to the representation of the field of view of the one or more cameras, including: applying the first virtual effect with a first set of values for a first characteristic of the first virtual effect, wherein the first set of values for the first characteristic of the first virtual effect are selected in accordance with segmentation of the view of the first physical object from the view of the portion of the first physical environment; and applying the first virtual effect with a second set of values for a second characteristic of the first virtual effect, wherein the second set of values for the second characteristic of the first virtual effect are selected in accordance with tracking of movement of one or more portions of the first physical object.

Abstract: An electronic device detects an activity event associated with a user of the electronic device and displays a prompt that facilitates creation of a journaling entry based on the activity event, displays suggested content for inclusion in a journal entry of a journaling application, displays different user interfaces including options for a user to selectively include content items of suggested content in a journal entry of a journaling application, and/or displays one or more lookbacks.

Abstract: Described herein is anhydrous sodium thiosulfate, methods for synthesizing anhydrous sodium thiosulfate, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of treating ototoxicity. Anhydrous sodium thiosulfate is synthesized from sodium sulfite, sulfur, and cetylpyridinium chloride. The anhydrous sodium thiosulfate is formulated into a pharmaceutical composition comprising a buffer and solvent. These compositions are useful for eliminating or reducing ototoxicity in pediatric patients receiving platinum-based chemotherapeutics.