Abstract: Methods and apparatus for rapid and accurate detection of nucleic acid in a single reaction chamber are provided. In one aspect, a patient specimen suspected of comprising a first nucleic acid is used to form a crude lysate which is combined with an infrared absorbing material, a detecting nucleic acid, and at least one reporter molecule in the single reaction chamber and heated by irradiating the reaction mixture with infrared light. Another aspect is directed to an apparatus for detecting a presence or absence of a plurality of different molecules within a reaction container. The apparatus comprises an infrared light source aimed to illuminate contents of the reaction container; an excitation light source positioned to illuminate contents of the reaction container; and a spectrometer positioned to detect emission light emanating from the reaction container.

Abstract: An automated tape transfer apparatus including a tape feed mechanism feeding a continuous length of an adhesive tape through the automated tape transfer apparatus and a tape applicator applying the adhesive tape to a cutting face of a sample block, wherein a section of the sample block is adhered to the adhesive tape after cutting of the section from the sample block. A slide station transfers the cut section from the adhesive tape to a slide.

Abstract: An automated tape transfer apparatus including a tape feed mechanism feeding a continuous length of an adhesive tape through the automated tape transfer apparatus and a tape applicator applying the adhesive tape to a cutting face of a sample block, wherein a section of the sample block is adhered to the adhesive tape after cutting of the section from the sample block. A slide station transfers the cut section from the adhesive tape to a slide.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for automatically transferring sections from a sample block to a tape and for transferring select sections to a slide. A tissue storage system for storing cut sections on the tape and digital storage system for storing photos and other information during the transfer of the sections can also be provided, thereby creating a tissue repository and data repository for future use.

Abstract: An automated tape transfer apparatus including a tape feed mechanism feeding a continuous length of an adhesive tape through the automated tape transfer apparatus and a tape applicator applying the adhesive tape to a cutting face of a sample block, wherein a section of the sample block is adhered to the adhesive tape after cutting of the section from the sample block. A slide station transfers the cut section from the adhesive tape to a slide.

Abstract: An automated tape transfer apparatus including a tape feed mechanism feeding a continuous length of an adhesive tape through the automated tape transfer apparatus and a tape applicator applying the adhesive tape to a cutting face of a sample block, wherein a section of the sample block is adhered to the adhesive tape after cutting of the section from the sample block. A slide station transfers the cut section from the adhesive tape to a slide.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for automatically transferring sections from a sample block to a tape and for transferring select sections to a slide. A tissue storage system for storing cut sections on the tape and digital storage system for storing photos and other information during the transfer of the sections can also be provided, thereby creating a tissue repository and data repository for future use.

Abstract: An automated tape transfer apparatus including a tape feed mechanism feeding a continuous length of an adhesive tape through the automated tape transfer apparatus and a tape applicator applying the adhesive tape to a cutting face of a sample block, wherein a section of the sample block is adhered to the adhesive tape after cutting of the section from the sample block. A slide station transfers the cut section from the adhesive tape to a slide.

Abstract: A computer implemented method and system for providing to a user (a manager) the effectiveness of an entity (employee or group of employees) by analyzing emails, social network data, CRM, calendar data, audio/video data, typing speed, galvanic skin response, etc. The computer method captures, analyzes and displays communication volumes, response times, and sentiment metrics, enabling the user to understand the effectiveness of an entity, optimal use of resources, trends, customer contact, collaboration patterns, security issues, entity turnover, entity health, and ideal work environments.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to determining a media value associated mentions of an entity in one or more documents based on a sentiment attributed to the mentions of the entity and/or a frequency with which the entity is mentioned. Exemplary embodiments can include a media value engine that can identify mentions of an entity in documents, attribute sentiment to the mentions of the entity; determine a polarity of the sentiment, and calculate a media value attributed to the entity based on the sentiment.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to determining a media value associated mentions of an entity in one or more documents based on a sentiment attributed to the mentions of the entity and/or a frequency with which the entity is mentioned. Exemplary embodiments can include a media value engine that can identify mentions of an entity in documents, attribute sentiment to the mentions of the entity; determine a polarity of the sentiment, and calculate a media value attributed to the entity based on the sentiment.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for collecting and storing information about individuals in a social network. A member account is created by verifying a user's identity and collecting user identity data from the user. The user sends an invitation to one or more members or non-members. The one or more members or non-members can accept or decline the user's invitation. If the one or more non-members accept or decline, they must create a member account. The one or more members post paid comments or free comments about the user and one or more user weight values are calculated based on one or more of the following: a number of members in a user's group and their one or more user weight values, a total value of posted paid comments about the user and volume of posted comments about the user. The user can post a reply to the posted comment by the one or more members.

Abstract: A system for marketing within a complex product space. The system allows a portal merchandiser to support suppliers, dealers, and customers within a speciality dealership network created to distribute complex consumer products. The system comprises a central merchandising portal website deployed on the Internet connected to a plurality of dealership point of sale and inventory systems and a plurality of supplier inventory systems. A customer accessing the site is presented with a virtual inventory database with product availability and pricing established by merchandising rules set by the merchandising portal, the suppliers, and the dealer closest in physical proximity to the customer as determined by the customer's zip code. The customer is given extensive customer support throughout a “Learn Build Buy Support” process by having access to expert systems and live experts through the merchandising portal.