Abstract: Processes, as well as associated systems and computer program (software) products, are disclosed for the biological conversion of CO into desired end products such as ethanol. The control methodologies used for these processes can advantageously result in a reduced time required for a batch operation or other initial operating period, prior to achieving a continuous operation, which may be demarcated either by the addition of fresh culture medium at a defined flow rate or by another process initiation target. The control methodologies may alternatively, or in combination, improve a process performance parameter, such as productivity of the desired end product or bacterial growth rate, during this batch operation or other initial operating period.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, technologies and methodologies for detection, treatment, and/or prevention of influenza transmission and/or infection. The present invention also provides technologies for monitoring influenza HA variants with particular degrees of susceptibility to mutation for human adaptation.

Abstract: A pipe cleaning assembly includes a main shaft defining an inner bore aligned along a first axis, the inner bore being able to couple in fluid communication with coiled tubing. A slide shaft is disposed around the main shaft, the slide shaft having a forward end, a rear end, and a plurality of fluid pathways. Each of the fluid pathways is in fluid communication between the forward end of the slide shaft and the read end of the slide shaft. Each of the fluid pathways has a forward end able to direct fluid toward an inner surface of a pipe. The slide shaft is able to slide along the main shaft between a first position and a second position, in the direction of the first axis. The first position permits fluid flow through the plurality of fluid pathways, from the rear end of the slide shaft to the forward end of the slide shaft. The second position restricts fluid flow through the plurality of fluid pathways, from the forward end of the slide shaft to the rear end of the slide shaft.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for regenerating function in the nervous system. The method includes implanting in a central or peripheral nervous system environment neurons programmed for a selected function in the implant environment. The neurons are programmed using a multi-electrode device or micro-patterning. A suitable implantable neuronal network construct includes a conductive polymer substrate and neurons programmed for a selected function residing on the substrate.