Abstract: A method, including providing stimulation to a recipient of a prosthesis, such as a hearing prosthesis, such as an implantable prosthesis, such as a cochlear implant, wherein the stimulation is provided at temporal locations associated with sleep of the recipient, and the stimulation is at least one of part of a measurement method or an auditory training method.

Abstract: Presented herein are techniques for adapting/transitioning operation of a medical prosthesis, such as an auditory prosthesis, from a first or initial group of settings to a second or target group of settings. The adaptation in the operation of the medical prosthesis from the first group of settings to the second group of settings occurs over a period of time and in a series of individualized (recipient-specific) incremental steps. That is, the adaptation process occurs in incremental steps that are set based on attributes/characteristics of the recipient of the specific medical prosthesis so that the adaptation is made as unobtrusive to the recipient as possible.

Abstract: A closure for a liquid container includes a base portion and a top portion. The base portion includes a top deck and an outer skirt extending from an outer end of the top deck in a lower direction away from the top deck. The outer skirt comprises a fastening means to interconnect the closure to the container neck. The top deck further has a spout extending in an upper direction away from the top deck. The top portion includes an annular base interconnectable to the base portion and a cover having an outer wall. At least one tamper element extends from the annular base in the upper direction above the annular base along the outer wall but spaced a distance apart from said outer wall. The tamper element is also initially interconnected to the outer wall by a predetermined breaking linkage.

Abstract: Compounds and methods are provided for the treatment of pathogen infections. In some embodiments, the anti-infective compounds have broad spectrum activity against a variety of infective diseases, where the diseases are caused by pathogens containing a basic amino acid PIP-2 pincer (BAAPP) domain that interacts with phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate (PIP-2) to mediate pathogen replication. Also provided are methods of inhibiting a PI4-kinase and methods of inhibiting viral infection. In some embodiments, the compound is a PI4-kinase inhibiting compound that is a 5-aryl-thiazole or a 5-hetereoaryl-thiazole. The subject compounds may be formulated or provided to a subject in combination with a second anti-infective agent, e.g. interferon, ribivarin, and the like.

Abstract: A closing wheel assembly used in planting or other agricultural endeavors. The closing wheel assembly is configured to allow each individual wheel to both vary in angle having an increased pitch so as to more effectively pinch the soil (or other ground cover) so as to fully cover the newly planted seed. The closing wheel assembly is used in connection with a planter so as to more effectively close the trench formed by the planter and fully cover the newly planted seed. The closing wheel generally includes an arm extending behind the planter and over a first closing wheel. The present invention comprises a second closing wheel provided behind the first closing wheel where the second closing wheel may be positioned at a different angle and provided at an approximate 5° pitch to effectively pinch the soil back in place after planting.

Abstract: Delivery systems for liquid embolics and methods of using them are disclosed. The devices generally include a catheter and one or more retention elements to limit migration of the liquid embolic to non-target sites.

Abstract: An axle assembly having a drive pinion and a bearing support wall. Lubricant in a shift mechanism housing may flow through a drive pinion passage in the drive pinion to return to a sump portion of an axle housing. The bearing support wall may include one or more lubricant passages.

Abstract: An axle assembly having an electric motor module and a terminal box that may facilitate mounting of at least one phase cable. The phase cable may be secured to a terminal box cover with a terminal box clamp. The phase cable may extend through a phase block that may be mounted to the terminal box.

Abstract: The various embodiments described herein relate to systems, methods, and devices associated with distributed ledger systems (e.g., distributed ledger technology implemented on a decentralized network) that can be used to handle and manage the distribution and access of data in a manner that preserves the benefits of distributed ledger technology while enabling the private sharing of data. More specifically, the distributed ledger systems contemplated herein involve distributed ledger technology (DLT)-based data management platforms that can be implemented on nodes of a data management network.

Abstract: A sprayable insecticidal and pupicidal composition (solution) for immobilizing and killing adult houseflies and pupa while being nonabrasive, nontoxic, and ingestible for humans and human contact. Effective amounts of dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate is an active ingredient in the solution. The solution may further include effective amounts of glycerin as an active ingredient in the solution. The solution may further include a scented fragrance, namely, anise, for providing an aromatic characteristic to the solution.

Abstract: Techniques are provided for implementing a file system format for persistent memory. A node, with persistent memory, receives an operation associated with a file identifier and file system instance information. A list of file system info objects are evaluated to identify a file system info object matching the file system instance information. An inofile, identified by the file system info object as being associated with inodes of files within an instance of the file system targeted by the operation, is traversed to identify an inode matching the file identifier. If the inode has an indicator that the file is tiered into the persistent memory, then the inode it utilized to facilitate execution of the operation upon the persistent memory. Otherwise, the operation is routed to a storage file system tier for execution by a storage file system upon storage associated with the node.

Abstract: Compounds and methods are provided for inhibiting a CREB-CBP protein-protein interaction in a sample. In some cases, the method includes modulating transcription of CREB in a cell that overexpresses CREB. Also provided are methods of inhibiting the proliferation of a cancer cell. The subject CREB transcription inhibitor compounds include a substituted salicylamide or a prodrug thereof. Methods of alleviating symptoms associated with cancer (e.g., Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) or Acute Lymphomblastic Leukemia (ALL)) in a subject in need thereof are also provided. Pharmaceutical compositions including the subject compounds find use in treating cancer. The subject compounds may be formulated or provided to a subject in combination with a second agent, e.g. an anticancer agent.

Abstract: A configurable build volume system for a powder bed fusion manufacturing process includes a chamber wall defining a chamber, the chamber wall extending in the X-, Y-, and Z-axis directions, a plurality of build platforms enclosed within the chamber, a plurality of adjustment mechanisms coupled to the plurality of build platforms such that each build platform is coupled to a separate adjustment mechanism, a sensor mounted within the chamber and configured to capture data regarding a Z-axis position of each of the plurality of build platforms, and a controller in electronic communication with the plurality of adjustment mechanisms and the sensor. The controller receives the Z-axis position data and generates a plurality of control signals to adjust a Z-axis position of each of the plurality of build platforms and each of the plurality of build platforms is actively and independently controlled by the controller.

Abstract: In some embodiments, systems, methods, and devices disclosed herein are directed to implementations of one or more smart contracts deployed on a distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform. In some embodiments, implementation of one or more specific smart contracts and/or private data sharing technologies on a DLT platform can provide frameworks and/or solutions to generate a smart UCC platform that facilitates submission and tracking of Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings on a distributed ledger or blockchain platform. In some embodiments, implementation of one or more specific smart contracts and/or private data sharing technologies on a DLT platform can provide frameworks and/or solutions to generate a smart company platform for controlling, managing, and/or communicating company documents and/or communications on a distributed ledger or blockchain platform.

Abstract: One embodiment provides a method for augmenting missing values in historical or market data for deals. The method comprises receiving information relating to a set of deals. For any service included in one or more deals of the set of deals but not included in one or more other deals of the set of deals, the method further comprises augmenting, for any or all of the one or more other deals that does not include the service, one or more missing values for the service with one or more recommended values based on a recommendation algorithm. The service may be at any service level of a hierarchy of services.

Abstract: A lubrication system is disclosed. The lubrication system may include a mounting case, a tube internal to the mounting case that is configured to carry oil, and an electric motor. The electric motor may include a motor housing, a mounting flange extending radially from the motor housing, and an oil passageway in the mounting flange. The mounting flange may be mounted to the mounting case to provide a fluid connection between the oil passageway and the tube.

Abstract: An axle assembly having an electric motor module and a method of assembly. The electric motor module may include a motor housing, a coolant jacket that may be received in the motor housing, and stator windings that may be disposed in the coolant jacket. A mounting flange of a differential carrier may receive a portion of the coolant jacket.

Abstract: A drivetrain system including an axle assembly that may have an electric motor module, a gear reduction module, a drive pinion, a differential assembly, an auxiliary shaft, and a shift collar. The shift collar may selectively couple the auxiliary shaft, the drive pinion, and the gear reduction module in various combinations.

Abstract: An additive manufacturing system includes a powder delivery system, an area scanning laser, a build chamber, and a controller. The powder delivery system provides a predetermined amount of powder material to the build chamber, and includes a material dispenser, a dispensing head, and a scraper. The scanning laser selectively sinters the powder material, and includes a mirror galvanometer for raster scanning. The build chamber has an annular configuration, and includes an inner annular wall that defines a central portion disposed inward of the build chamber. A portion of the delivery system and the laser are located in the central portion. The chamber continuously rotates under the head and under a sintering zone generated by the laser as the delivery system continuously dispenses the material. The laser continuously raster scans the material at the sintering zone in a raster pattern to sinter a layer of material directly to a preceding layer.

Abstract: A new garden type Chrysanthemum plant named ‘CIFZ0080’ particularly distinguished by its medium to large size plant with round mound plant habit, a medium to large size decorative flower, yellow flower color and a natural season response of mid to late September.