Abstract: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be used to treat many neurological conditions beyond traditional movement disorders. When patients do not suffer from traditional movement disorders, medical professionals cannot use traditional observation-based methods to configure the DBS system. A new method for selecting stimulation configurations can include recording internal data and external data as the patient performs (or attempts to perform) a motor task. The internal data is electrophysiology data recorded by a plurality of DBS electrodes, used to identify at least one of the plurality of electrodes closest to a neuronal population involved in control of the at least one motor task. The external data is electroencephalogram (EEG) data recorded by scalp electrodes, which is used to select at least one of the potential stimulation electrodes to deliver the DBS. When the electrode(s) delivering the DBS are selected, optimal parameters for the DBS are then chosen.

Abstract: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be used to treat many neurological conditions beyond traditional movement disorders. When patients do not suffer from traditional movement disorders, medical professionals cannot use traditional observation-based methods to configure the DBS system. A new method for selecting stimulation configurations can include recording internal data and external data as the patient performs (or attempts to perform) a motor task. The internal data is electrophysiology data recorded by a plurality of DBS electrodes, used to identify at least one of the plurality of electrodes closest to a neuronal population involved in control of the at least one motor task. The external data is electroencephalogram (EEG) data recorded by scalp electrodes, which is used to select at least one of the potential stimulation electrodes to deliver the DBS. When the electrode(s) delivering the DBS are selected, optimal parameters for the DBS are then chosen.

Abstract: A video poker system and method allow a player to play a primary game in a conventional fashion while seeking a bonus payout based on cards from the primary game poker hand and one or more secondary poker hands from separate decks of cards. Certain pre-established poker hands (e.g., 4s of a kind) formed using cards from the primary game poker hand and the one or more secondary poker hands provide bonus payouts. A bonus hand may comprise a royal flush hand made using one royal flush card from each of five secondary poker hands. The system and method increase player interest, player wagers and provide meaningful bonus payouts.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention relate to methods and products for use in the determination of treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Particularly, although not exclusively, embodiments of the present invention relate to predicting the likelihood of a patient suffering from rheumatoid arthritis maintaining remission following cessation of disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Certain embodiments of the present invention are based on the determination of certain biomarkers of drug-free remission in RA following cessation of DMARD therapy.

Abstract: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be used to treat many neurological conditions beyond traditional movement disorders. When patients do not suffer from traditional movement disorders, medical professionals cannot use traditional observation-based methods to configure the DBS system. A new method for selecting stimulation configurations can include recording internal data and external data as the patient performs (or attempts to perform) a motor task. The internal data is electrophysiology data recorded by a plurality of DBS electrodes, used to identify at least one of the plurality of electrodes closest to a neuronal population involved in control of the at least one motor task. The external data is electroencephalogram (EEG) data recorded by scalp electrodes, which is used to select at least one of the potential stimulation electrodes to deliver the DBS. When the electrode(s) delivering the DBS are selected, optimal parameters for the DBS are then chosen.

Abstract: A wagering game method includes dealing an initial poker hand, forming a final poker hand (optionally by discarding and replacing zero or more playing cards from the initial poker hand), and forming an augmented final poker hand by dealing additional cards to the final poker hand. Optionally, multiple augmented final poker hands may be formed from a single final poker hand by dealing additional cards from different decks to the same final poker hand. The augmented final poker hands are evaluated and a reward is issued based on the payout, if any, associated with the poker rank of each augmented final poker hand.

Abstract: A wagering game method includes dealing an initial poker hand, forming a final poker hand (optionally by discarding and replacing zero or more playing cards from the initial poker hand), and forming an augmented final poker hand by dealing additional cards to the final poker hand. Optionally, multiple augmented final poker hands may be fanned from a single final poker hand by dealing additional cards from different decks to the same final poker hand. The augmented final poker hands are evaluated and a reward is issued based on the payout, if any, associated with the poker rank of each augmented final poker hand.

Abstract: A wagering game method includes dealing an initial poker hand, forming a final poker hand (optionally by discarding and replacing zero or more playing cards from the initial poker hand), and forming an augmented final poker hand by dealing additional cards to the final poker hand. Optionally, multiple augmented final poker hands may be formed from a single final poker hand by dealing additional cards from different decks to the same final poker hand. The augmented final poker hands are evaluated and a reward is issued based on the payout, if any, associated with the poker rank of each augmented final poker hand.

Abstract: A method and device utilize a data processor and a player interface, display, and data storage device in communication with the data processor, A wager is received; optionally the wager includes a poker wager and a matrix wager. An initial hand is dealt and a poker hand is formed. Optionally, a poker hand consists of cards held from an initial hand plus replacements for cards discarded from an initial hand. The payout, if any, associated with the poker hand may be issued. A matrix is constructed by randomly placing value/suit combinations in matrix locations. Matrix locations containing value/suit combinations matching cards in the poker hand are marked. The payout, if any, associated with patterns formed in the matrix by marked matrix locations may be issued.

Abstract: A method and device utilize a data processor and a player interface, display, and data storage device in communication with the data processor, A wager is received; optionally the wager includes a poker wager and a matrix wager. An initial hand is dealt and a poker hand is formed. Optionally, a poker hand consists of cards held from an initial hand plus replacements for cards discarded from an initial hand. The payout, if any, associated with the poker hand may be issued. A matrix is constructed by randomly placing value/suit combinations in matrix locations. Matrix locations containing value/suit combinations matching cards in the poker hand are marked. The payout, if any, associated with patterns formed in the matrix by marked matrix locations may be issued.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for making Nucleoside Phosphoramidate Compounds of formula (I): which are useful for the treatment and prophylaxis of HCV infection. The present invention is also directed to compounds that are useful as synthetic intermediates for making the compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for making Nucleoside Phosphoramidate Compounds of formula (I): which are useful for the treatment and prophylaxis of HCV infection. The present invention is also directed to compounds that are useful as synthetic intermediates for making the compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: A storage-style clipboard has a quick-access weapon holder assembly. When triggered, the assembly moves from a concealed position to an accessible position. The weapon holder assembly may be accessed through a side or end wall of the clipboard box. The movement of the weapon holder assembly is actuated without the need for the user to remove his hand from the normal case-carrying position. The disclosure provides a recess accessible through one of the sides of the clipboard box with a grip and a trigger for release of the weapon holder sheltered in the recess. The recess provides protection for the user's hand and further hides from view the user's actions in releasing the weapon.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a repeater and base station control device implemented in a wireless communication system. The repeater includes a control unit capable of detecting signals sent from various base stations in the wireless communication system. In accordance with this disclosure, the repeater identifies a set of base stations that it can detect, and then sends information indicative of the set of base stations that the repeater can detect to a specific base station that gets repeated by the repeater. In this manner, the repeater can be used to help assess network topology. The base station control device receives the information from the base station and can use the information to update a neighbor list.

Abstract: A repeater is disclosed with position location capability. The repeater includes a position location device for determining the location of the repeater. The position location device uses radio-location signals received independently or by a receiver to determine the location of the repeater. The location of the repeater can be used to update a base station almanac.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a renin inhibitor, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, alone or in combination with one or more active ingredient, for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of diabetic cardiomyopathy.

Abstract: A repeater of a wireless communication system includes a positioning unit, such as a GPS receiver, in order to calculate the location of the repeater. In addition, various techniques are described that exploit the positioning information generated by the repeater in order to improve the wireless communication system.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a method of managing access to at least one service account comprising storing identify verification details of at least one service account in a repository and releasing the identity verification details to a third party on production of proof of death of a service account holder. The invention also provides a method of managing access to at least one internet banking account comprising storing identify verification details of at least one internet banking account in a repository and releasing the identity verification details to a third party on production of proof of death of a service account holder.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to a repeater and base station control device implemented in a wireless communication system. The repeater includes a control unit capable of detecting signals sent from various base stations in the wireless communication system. In accordance with this disclosure, the repeater identifies a set of base stations that it can detect, and then sends information indicative of the set of base stations that the repeater can detect to a specific base station that gets repeated by the repeater. In this manner, the repeater can be used to help assess network topology. The base station control device receives the information from the base station and can use the information to update a neighbor list.

Abstract: A tracking system for items to be ionizing radiation sterilized is provided which utilizes an attached RF ID tag that is ionizing radiation proof or enclosed in an ionizing radiation proof holder. The RF ID tag is coded with a unique identification and certification data on the ionizing radiation sterilization. An RF ID tag reader is provided, which is usable by a user to obtain the identification and sterilization data from the RF ID tag on the item. The RF ID tag reader includes a user input for at least one trackable event and can write data based on the at least one trackable event back onto the RF ID tag. The RF ID tag reader is at least one of connectable to a PC or the internet, or is compatible for uploading the identification and any user input to an internet accessible device. A database is provided, having item related information.