Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a collaborative visualization system, which integrates motion capture and virtual reality, along with kinematics and computer-aided design (CAD), for the purpose of, for example, validating a simulation with a real-world video. A spherical camera captures real-world video at a first location. At a second location, one or more head-mounted display devices display the captured real-world video and also display a simulation corresponding to the real-world video. A motion capture system captures head rotation information for one or more users to thereby to control a pan, tilt, and zoom of the real-world video so that when a position of a user's head changes, the portion of the real-world video displayed in the head-mounted display changes accordingly. Upon user input, a computer program product selects between displaying the real-world video and the simulation in the head-mounted display.

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention relates to a device comprising (1) an array of electromagnetic elements comprising coils, metal cores, and metal core heads, and (2) a controller that is adapted to control a current for one or more coils individually, to vary the current for said one or more coils individually, to reverse the current for one or more coils individually, and to generate a specific magnetic flux distribution and gradient across two or more coils; wherein the metal core head is at one end of the coil and the metal core head has a geometry to create a desired magnetic flux, intensity and gradient, in a region of interest between two adjacent coils; further wherein the device is functionally coupled to a fluidic device to concentrate and transport magnetic particles in a fluid without fluidic movement of the fluid.

Abstract: A method of providing bankcard services includes receiving at a host computer system information from a client defining an event. The method includes receiving at the host computer system information identifying a condition relating to at least one element associated with bankcard accounts. The method further includes receiving at the host computer system information defining an action to be taken based on the condition upon the occurrence of the event. The method also includes storing the event, the condition, and the action as a business rule at the host computer system.

Abstract: Disclosed are improved pharmaceutical formulations comprising dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), enriched in selected polymorphic forms, for therapeutic applications. In one embodiment, the formulation comprises, in solid form, DHEA, at least 85% of which is present as a single polymorph selected from the form I polymorph or the form II polymorph, and at least one pharmaceutical excipient. Methods for making and using such compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of treating an individual to increase the individual's bone mineral density (BMD) is disclosed. The method includes co-administering a calcitonin-like agent and a DHEA-like agent. Also disclosed are methods for potentiating the effect of treatment with a calcitonin-like agent on BMD and for increasing BMD in an individual being treated with DHEA, e.g., for treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Abstract: A headgear and method for exhibiting displays, such as company logos, on a buckle used for securing a head strap of the headgear at an adjusted position. The buckle can include, on its outer surface, an embossed pattern and a display layer within the embossed pattern. The display layer can be provided with at least one color different from that of the buckle for ease of viewing. A sealant layer can be deposited over the display layer and the outer surface of the buckle, so as to minimize exposure of the display layer to environmental conditions. A method for exhibiting a display on an outer surface of the buckle is also provided.

Abstract: A method of providing bankcard services includes receiving at a host computer system information from a client defining an event. The method includes receiving at the host computer system information identifying a condition relating to at least one element associated with bankcard accounts. The method further includes receiving at the host computer system information defining an action to be taken based on the condition upon the occurrence of the event. The method also includes storing the event, the condition, and the action as a business rule at the host computer system.