Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: Blockchain-based systems for processing transactions (including, for example, smart contract platforms) are resource intensive and lack sufficient flexibility and scalability. A new framework is disclosed herein, which allows for scalable and flexible deployment of a new class of smart contracts. In some embodiments, transactions according to a given smart contract are processed via a centralized consortium of cells (e.g., cloud nodes) via a consensus overlay method. The cells may confirm results of performing a transaction or set of transactions on a periodic basis, which may be done by fingerprinting the data state for participating smart contracts. This fingerprint can then be stored via a Blockchain method, and verified.

Abstract: There is disclosed a mutant, non-naturally occurring or transgenic Nicotiana plant leaf, part of the plant leaf and/or stem having reduced expression or activity of methyl putrescine oxidase (MPO)-S and MPO-T, wherein the MPO-S comprises, consists or consists essentially of: (i) a polynucleotide sequence comprising, consisting or consisting essentially of a sequence having at least 75% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 1; or (ii) a polypeptide encoded by the polynucleotide set forth in (i); or (iii) a polypeptide having at least 75% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 2; and wherein the MPO-T comprises, consists or consists essentially of: (iv) a polynucleotide sequence comprising, consisting or consisting essentially of a sequence having at least 75% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 3; or (v) a polypeptide encoded by the polynucleotide set forth in (iv); or (vi) a polypeptide having at least 75% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 4; and wherein the expression or activity of the MPO-S set forth in (i), (ii) or (iii), a

Abstract: There is disclosed an antibody or antigen binding fragment thereof: (i) capable of binding to N-acetyl-S—[2-carboxyethyl]-L-cysteine (CEMA) and; (ii) capable of binding to a conjugate comprising a compound of formula [II] wherein n is selected from 0 to 4 (that is, 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4), and each R is independently selected from H or C1 to C6 alkyl; preferably, a compound of formula [I] wherein the compound of formula [II] or formula [I] is coupled to an immunogenic carrier via a linker, suitably, wherein the linker is coupled to the compound of formula [I] via the amine group.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to deploying policy management rules to a first managed endpoint, comprising obtaining a layered data structure with a plurality of layers, wherein each layer comprises one or more nodes. For a first node, it is determined whether a stop criterion is met, wherein the stop criterion is associated with whether the first managed endpoint satisfies conditional expressions of a node. In the event the stop criterion is met, an identifier associated with the first node is assigned to the first managed endpoint. In the event the stop criterion is not met, a subsequent node in the layered data structure is traversed to until the stop criterion is met. The identifier associated with the subsequent node is then assigned to the first managed endpoint. Deployment of executable policy instructions to the first managed endpoint is based on the assigned identifier.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: A file integrity monitoring system supports monitoring of system-critical, enterprise-critical and user-critical data by reporting events to a threat management facility in response to changes in certain files, folders, registry keys and registry values of the computing environment in which the system is operating and/or monitoring. The file integrity monitoring system may dynamically create, adapt and apply context-based rules to improve the sensitivity and relevance of reported events to undesirable changes in the data footprint of a monitored device.

Abstract: A compound of Formula I and formulations including such a compound may be used for the reduction of infestation with ectoparasites, in particular ectoparasites of the insect class, including fleas and mosquitoes, and/or ectoparasites of the arachnid class, including ticks and mites, etc. Methods for controlling ectoparasites and/or formulations including such compounds may include use as a repellent, and/or application to a mammal, e.g., a human, dog, cat, cattle, horse, or sheep, or to an object or a fabric. The form may be a topical formulation, a shampoo composition, a cleansing composition, or a treatment composition, preferably a lotion, cream, ointment, gel, foam, patch, powder, solid, sponge, tape, vapor, paste, tincture, or spray.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure include systems for sorting particles of a sample in a flow stream (e.g., a biological sample containing cells). Systems according to certain embodiments include a flow cell configured to propagate a sample through a flow stream, a light source configured to irradiate particles of the sample in the flow stream, a photodetector configured to detect light from the irradiated particles and a support stage operationally coupled to the photodetector, where the support stage includes a closed-loop feedback position encoder that is configured to adjust position in the X-Y plane in response to a data signal generated by the photodetector in response to light from the irradiated particles. Methods for sorting particles using the subject systems are also described. Non-transitory computer readable storage medium are also provided.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of receiving and incrementally processing hierarchical data in a computing environment. Receiving hierarchical data within a computing environment. The computing environment including a plurality of interrelated components. Incrementally processing the hierarchical data to obtain processed portions. The incremental processing of the portions of hierarchical data able to be initiated with requiring receipt of the entirety of the hierarchical data. Maintaining an indexed representation of previously processed portions of the hierarchical data to prevent unnecessarily processing a same portion of the hierarchical data.

Abstract: A formulation containing an extract of a tobacco plant enriched for a compound of formula (I), or a salt or crystal thereof, where the formulation is used for reducing the infestation of ectoparasites: where R represents hydrogen or C1-C5 alkyl, and represents a double bond.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: A file integrity monitoring system supports monitoring of system-critical, enterprise-critical and user-critical data by reporting events to a threat management facility in response to changes in certain files, folders, registry keys and registry values of the computing environment in which the system is operating and/or monitoring. The file integrity monitoring system may dynamically create, adapt and apply context-based rules to improve the sensitivity and relevance of reported events to undesirable changes in the data footprint of a monitored device.

Abstract: A sensing element (10) for an intrinsic gravity gradiometer (IGG) for use in sensing variation in a gravity field at a location. The sensing element (10) is flexible, elongate and has unfixed opposed ends (12, 14) when part of the gravity gradiometer. The sensing element can be a metallic ribbon, and can be mounted by a number e.g. 3 or 5, pivot points or axes 30-40 at each of the opposed sides along the sensing element, with the opposed ends of the sensing element free to move. The pivot points or axes can include pins, preferably cylindrical pins (48) or the sensing element may be etched within the side wall and remain joined to the remainder of the side wall by connections. The sensing element (10) can form part of one or more resonant cavities or wave guide (44, 52-66), such as a side or dividing wall (46) or part thereof. A dual phase bridge (61,612) arrangement can be provided. Electrical current (I) can be injected into the sensing element.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for a scripting framework and implementations therefor for mixed reality software applications of heterogeneous systems. These methods or systems create a mixed-reality software application that executes across heterogeneous platforms on a server-side instance of a scripting framework and manage a change in the mixed-reality software application using the server-side instance of the scripting framework. Moreover, the change in the mixed-reality software application using a client-side instance of the scripting framework; and the mixed-reality software application may be interactively executed on a mixed-reality device.

Abstract: A sensing element (10) for an intrinsic gravity gradiometer (IGG) for use in sensing variation in a gravity field at a location. The sensing element (10) is flexible, elongate and has unfixed opposed ends (12, 14) when part of the gravity gradiometer. The sensing element can be a metallic ribbon, and can be mounted by a number e.g. 3 or 5, pivot points or axes 30-40 at each of the opposed sides along the sensing element, with the opposed ends of the sensing element free to move. The pivot points or axes can include pins, preferably cylindrical pins (48) or the sensing element may be etched within the side wall and remain joined to the remainder of the side wall by connections. The sensing element (10) can form part of one or more resonant cavities or wave guide (44, 52-66), such as a side or dividing wall (46) or part thereof. A dual phase bridge (61,612) arrangement can be provided. Electrical current (I) can be injected into the sensing element.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved printer provides a user with a simple, intuitive user-friendly touchscreen interface, is easy to assemble, and has a low cost to repair. The printer comprises a platen roller that can be changed without tools via the use of a bayonet connector, and an easy change print head that mechanically guides the print head into the carrier via mechanical guiding pins. Further, the printer comprises a universal supply holder to accommodate different sizes of inner diameter cores for tag and laminated supplies. The printer also discloses a ribbon spindle that accommodates both a cardboard core and a plastic core on the same printer device. Additionally, the printer discloses a media low sensor for providing a low supply indicator, and a gap sensor that comprises an LED array and a resistor array for gap sensing across the supply web.