Abstract: In an aspect, the present application describes a computer system. The computer system includes a communications module and a processor coupled to the communications module. The computer system include a memory coupled to the processor storing instructions that, when executed by the computer system, cause the computer system to: receive, from an automated teller machine (ATM) and via the communications module, an indication of a deposit of a value instrument; save, in the memory, a retention instruction including an associated temporal period, the retention instruction preventing withdrawal of value instruments corresponding to an amount of the deposit; receive, via the communications module, an instruction to process a data transfer to a recipient, the data transfer to the recipient accessing at least a portion of the deposit; and process the data transfer to the recipient during the temporal period using at least a portion of the deposit.

Abstract: A method of forming an ostomy pouch comprising: providing a film to form a first cavity wall and a second cavity wall; providing a comfort material to form a comfort layer; wherein the comfort material is a woven fabric material with a hot melt adhesive coating thereon; joining the first cavity wall to the second cavity wall at a first temperature and a first pressure for a first time period; and subsequently joining a comfort layer to at least one of the first and second cavity walls at a second temperature and a second pressure for a second time period.

Abstract: In a method for advanced identification of a customer, a customer may remotely place an order, intending to later go to a store to pick up the ordered item. The store may have a pick-up area (e.g., at the back of the store) where the customer can go to pick up the ordered item. To save the customer time, the customer may be identified when she enters the store so that an employee can obtain her ordered item and have it ready to pick up by the time the customer walks through the store and arrives at the pick-up area.

Abstract: The disclosed exemplary embodiments include computer-implemented processes that assess initiated data exchanges in real-time based on structured messaging data. In some examples, an apparatus may receive a message associated with an exchange of data involving a first counterparty and a second counterparty and characterizing a real-time payment requested from the second counterparty by the first counterparty. The apparatus may determine a first identifier of the first counterparty based on elements of the message data disposed within corresponding message fields, and transmit notification data to a device operable by the second counterparty, which may present portions of the notification data within a digital interface. The apparatus may receive review data indicative of a review associated with the data exchange from the device, and store the first identifier and the review data in a data repository.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include computer-implemented apparatuses and processes that provision, in real-time, targeted recommendations based on decomposed structured messaging data. For example, an apparatus receives a message that includes elements of message data disposed within corresponding message fields. The message data may characterizes a real-time payment requested by a first counterparty from a second counterparty and associated with a first product provisioned to the second counterparty by the first counterparty. Based on elements of message data, the apparatus determines a value of a parameter that characterizes at least one of the second counterparty or a relationship between the second counterparty and the first counterparty, and transmits digital content associated with the parameter value to a device operable by the second counterparty, which presents a portion of the digital content within a digital interface.

Abstract: The AAMD was designed to address the concerns of deep space travel, in both the distance and time required. Today's rocket propulsion systems rely on expelling large amounts of fuel for short intervals and then coasting long intervals. This method is both expensive and time consuming where deep space is concerned. The AAMD is an alternative to rocket systems and it enables a vehicle to have a constant acceleration rates and deceleration rates. For instance, if the AAMD could provide a constant 1 G of acceleration and 1 G of deceleration, it would take less than a week to go from earth to mars, depending on their locations, whereas today's fastest rockets are 7 to 9 months, for the same trip. Slow and long travel times also are not good for the human body as the bones and muscle begin to deteriorate. The AAMD with its constant G applied to the occupants, will enjoy an artificial gravity produced by means of the constant acceleration. This would allow the occupants to have no breakdown in bones and muscle.

Abstract: According to an aspect there is provided an ambient commerce system. The ambient commerce system may include a sensor at an ambient commerce premises. The ambient commerce system may include a processor coupled to the one or more sensors. The ambient commerce system may include a memory coupled to the processor. The memory may store processor-executable instructions which, when executed, cause the processor to: detect, based on an output of one or more of the sensors, engagement of an entity with a restricted item; identify the entity; obtain at least a portion of a profile for the entity; determine, based on the at least a portion of the profile for the identified entity, eligibility for the entity to acquire the restricted item; and selectively generate, based on the determined eligibility for the entity, a notification on an electronic device associated with the entity.

Abstract: Methods and systems for capping prescription medication bottles are provided. In one embodiment, a capping system is provided that includes a first position at which uncapped bottles containing fulfilled prescriptions are received. The capping system also includes a second position at which uncapped bottles are capped. The second position may include a capping member that is axially aligned with a vertical centerline of uncapped bottles located at the second position. The capping system may also include an index wheel configured to support bottles within the capping system. The index wheel may be rotatable to convey uncapped bottles from the first position to the second position. The capping system may further include a cap track that provides caps to the capping member.

Abstract: An example system includes a particle accelerator to produce a particle beam to treat a patient and a carrier having openings including a first opening and a second opening. The carrier is made of a material that inhibits transmission of the particle beam and the carrier is located between the particle accelerator and the patient. A control system is configured to control movement of the particle beam to the first opening to enable at least part of the particle beam to reach the patient, to change an energy of the particle beam while the particle beam remains stationary at the first opening, and to control movement of the particle beam from the first opening to the second opening. The example system also includes an energy degrader that includes at least some boron carbide.

Abstract: The disclosed exemplary embodiments include computer-implemented processes that assess initiated data exchanges in real-time based on structured messaging data. In some examples, an apparatus may receive a message associated with an exchange of data involving a first counterparty and a second counterparty and characterizing a real-time payment requested from the second counterparty by the first counterparty. The apparatus may determine a first identifier of the first counterparty based on elements of the message data disposed within corresponding message fields, and transmit notification data to a device operable by the second counterparty, which may present portions of the notification data within a digital interface. The apparatus may receive review data indicative of a review associated with the data exchange from the device, and store the first identifier and the review data in a data repository.

Abstract: The embodiments disclose a method including providing an aerial drone coupled wirelessly to a social distancing application on a user digital device, wherein the drone is coupled to solar cell panels for recharging its batteries, providing a strobe light coupled to the drone for signaling an S.O.S.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include computer-implemented apparatuses and processes that provision, in real-time, targeted recommendations based on decomposed structured messaging data. For example, an apparatus receives a message that includes elements of message data disposed within corresponding message fields. The message data may characterizes a real-time payment requested by a first counterparty from a second counterparty and associated with a first product provisioned to the second counterparty by the first counterparty. Based on elements of message data, the apparatus determines a value of a parameter that characterizes at least one of the second counterparty or a relationship between the second counterparty and the first counterparty, and transmits digital content associated with the parameter value to a device operable by the second counterparty, which presents a portion of the digital content within a digital interface.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include computer-implemented systems and processes that provision targeted alternative product information based on structured messaging data. For example, an apparatus may receive a message that characterizes a real-time payment requested by a first counterparty from a second counterparty, and is associated with a first product provisioned to the second counterparty by the first counterparty. The apparatus may determine that a second product is available to the second counterparty based on the message. Further, the apparatus may transmit notification data to a device operable by the second counterparty. The notification data includes product data characterizing the second product, and causes an application program executed at the device to present at least a portion of the product data within a digital interface. The apparatus also receives a response to the notification data from the device and, based on the response, provisions the second product to the second counterparty.

Abstract: Provided herein are gRNA comprising a targeting domain that targets BCMA, which may be used, for example, to make modifications in cells. Also provided herein are methods of genetically engineered cell having a modification (e.g., insertion or deletion) in the BCMA gene and methods involving administering such genetically engineered cells to a subject, such as a subject having a hematopoietic malignancy.

Abstract: Imaging systems and associated methods are described. According to one aspect, an imaging system includes a printed circuit board, an interface configured to at least one of output and receive a plurality of electrical signals with respect to circuitry external of the printed circuit board, a plurality of antennas configured to at least one of transmit and receive electromagnetic energy with respect to a target imaging volume, a plurality of conductors configured to communicate the electrical signals between the interface and the antennas, switching circuitry configured to selectively couple the interface with different ones of the antennas and different ones of the conductors at a plurality of different moments in time, and a controller configured to control the switching circuitry to couple the different ones of the antennas with the interface to provide a plurality of different sampling points within an aperture of the imaging system.

Abstract: According to an aspect there is provided an ambient commerce system. The ambient commerce system may include a sensor at an ambient commerce premises. The ambient commerce system may include a processor coupled to the one or more sensors. The ambient commerce system may include a memory coupled to the processor. The memory may store processor-executable instructions which, when executed, cause the processor to: detect, based on an output of one or more of the sensors, engagement of an entity with a restricted item; identify the entity; obtain at least a portion of a profile for the entity; determine, based on the at least a portion of the profile for the identified entity, eligibility for the entity to acquire the restricted item; and selectively generate, based on the determined eligibility for the entity, a notification on an electronic device associated with the entity.

Abstract: An example particle therapy system includes a particle accelerator configured to output a particle beam at a predefined maximum energy and a toroidal gantry comprising magnets in an interior thereof. The magnets include a first magnet proximate to an output of the particle accelerator and second magnets proximate to a treatment position. The first magnet is configured to direct the particle beam to a second magnet. The second magnet is configured to bend the particle at the predefined maximum energy towards the treatment position.

Abstract: Imaging systems, including radio frequency, microwave and millimeter-wave arrangements, and related methods are described. According to one aspect, an imaging system includes an antenna array, a position capture system configured to generate position information indicative of locations of one of the antenna array and the target at the first and second moments in time, and wherein the one of the antenna array and the target move between the first and second moments in time, a transceiver configured to control the antenna array to emit electromagnetic energy towards the target and to generate an output that is indicative of the received electromagnetic energy, a data acquisition system configured to generate radar data, processing circuitry configured to process the position information and the radar data to generate image data regarding the target, and an interface configured to use the image data to generate visual images regarding the target.

Abstract: A method of forming an ostomy pouch comprising: providing a film to form a first cavity wall and a second cavity wall; providing a comfort material to form a comfort layer; wherein the comfort material is a woven fabric material with a hot melt adhesive coating thereon; joining the first cavity wall to the second cavity wall at a first temperature and a first pressure for a first time period; and subsequently joining a comfort layer to at least one of the first and second cavity walls at a second temperature and a second pressure for a second time period.