Abstract: This application relates to a building energy analysis and management system for measurement and verification of building performance. The system can analyze, optimize, manage, maintain, trouble shoot, and/or modify building systems, such as HVAC systems, in connection with the building energy usage. Measurements may be gathered for one or more HVAC units coupled to pressure independent valves, and sent to one or more Surge Panels that pass data to remote analysis servers, which can receive other system or external data. The analysis servers compare measurements to predicted values and can standardize the predicted values to account for external conditions. The comparison can result in difference values used to generate probable causes and optimization recommendations. The system outputs reports or other data display using a graphical user interface that can be adjusted for an anticipated user.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compounds of Formula I, methods of making same, pharmaceutical compositions including same, and methods of treating pain and neurological disorders using same: wherein R1 is hydrogen, halogen, hydroxy, substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, substituted or unsubstituted alkoxy, aryl, nitro, or cyano; wherein R2 and R3 are independently hydrogen, halogen, aryl, or substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, or wherein R2 and R3 are connected to form an alkyl chain; wherein R4 is a substituted or unsubstituted aryl or heteroaryl group having from 5 to 10 members; wherein X is O, S, N, NH, CH, CH2, or CO; wherein n is from 0 to 10; and wherein the bond indicated by * is a double bond or a single bond based on a valence of X. The compounds selectively bind to CB2, can penetrate the blood brain barrier, and have a half-life of 20 hours or greater.

Abstract: A smart pacifier that performs various functions via smart device connection and application is disclosed. In all of its iterations, there is the ability to put the parent in Bluetooth or other iteration of wireless connection with the pacifier so that each of the features of the pacifier can be accessed through a smart device application, permitting each of them to be operated while the parent is out of sight of the child, and for the pacifier to shut down remotely based on direct sensory interaction with the child.

Abstract: An enclosure system is provided for weatherproofing the work area on a standard scaffold structure adjacent a vertical wall surface and attachment thereto, comprising a framework consisting of a plurality of spaced apart base bars joined to an equal plurality of extension bars, and an overlying weatherproofing layer.

Abstract: An enclosure system is provided for weatherproofing the work area on a standard scaffold structure adjacent a vertical wall surface and attachment thereto, comprising a framework consisting of a plurality of spaced apart base bars joined to an equal plurality of extension bars, and an overlying weatherproofing layer.

Abstract: A dispensing method and dispenser that dispenses a measured amount of a substance from a container are provided. The dispenser includes a measuring chamber having an adjustable volume, and a conduit section that adjusts the volume of the measuring chamber by moving a plunger that forms a wall of the measuring chamber. The substance is poured into the measuring chamber from the container through a valve, and the valve closes to seal the substance within the measuring chamber. The plunger may include a spout through which the substance is dispensed when the plunger is driven by the conduit section into the measuring chamber to reduce the volume of the measuring chamber.

Abstract: A dispensing method and dispenser that dispenses a measured amount of a substance from a container are provided. The dispenser includes a measuring chamber having an adjustable volume, and a conduit section that adjusts the volume of the measuring chamber by moving a plunger that forms a wall of the measuring chamber. The substance is poured into the measuring chamber from the container through a valve, and the valve closes to seal the substance within the measuring chamber. The plunger may include a spout through which the substance is dispensed when the plunger is driven by the conduit section into the measuring chamber to reduce the volume of the measuring chamber.

Abstract: The present invention provides genetically modified host cells and use of same for producing isoprenoid compounds.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for a robust production of isoprenoids utilizing the DXP biosynthetic path-way. The invention also provides nucleic acids, enzymes, expression vectors, and genetically modified host cells for carrying out the subject methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides genetically modified host cells and use of same for producing isoprenoid compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising conjugation-competent non-dividing cells for delivery of genes to bacterial cells by conjugation. The present invention also relates to methods of making, using, and storing such conjugation competent non-dividing cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bacterial expression vectors. In particular, the present invention provides tightly-regulated bacterial expression vectors designed for the cloning and expression of toxic proteins, RNA, and metabolites in vivo. The present invention thus provides methods of expressing protein and RNAs that were previously not able to be expressed.

Abstract: Aqueous liquid detergent compositions are described which comprise a proteolytic enzyme wherein the proteolytic activity is reversibly inhibited by a peptide protease inhibitor.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for eliminating the chemical energy of fuel remaining in a fuel cell generator when the electrical power output of the fuel cell generator is terminated. During a generator shut down condition, electrically resistive elements are automatically connected across the fuel cell generator terminals in order to draw current, thereby depleting the fuel inventory in the generator. The invention provides a safety function in eliminating the fuel energy, and also provides protection to the fuel cell stack by eliminating overheating.