Abstract: A distributed data storage system breaks data into n slices and k checksums using at least one matrix-based erasure code based on matrices with invertible submatrices, stores the slices and checksums on a plurality of storage elements, retrieves the slices from the storage elements, and, when slices have been lost or corrupted, retrieves the checksums from the storage elements and restores the data using the at least one matrix-based erasure code and the checksums. In a method for ensuring restoration and integrity of data in computer-related applications, data is broken into n pieces, k checksums are calculated using at least one matrix-based erasure code based on matrices with invertible submatrices, and the n data pieces and k checksums are stored on n+k storage elements or transmitted over a network.

Abstract: Bacterial immunity proteins are utilized to increase immune response to an antigen of interest.

Abstract: Methods are provided for the utilization of bacterial cell-free extracts in the synthesis of polypeptides containing unnatural amino acids at one or more specified residues of the polypeptide.

Abstract: Polypeptide linkers with defined tertiary structures, usually of defined alpha helical structure, are used to join two domains in a fusion protein. In one embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for the cell-free synthesis of the fusion protein.

Abstract: Methods are provided for the utilization of bacterial cell-free extracts in the synthesis of high yields of virus like particles.

Abstract: A system for use with an audio reproduction system that corrects for distortion caused by the system as well as any hearing impairment suffered a listener. Test signals are introduced into the input of the system to produce test sounds that are perceptible by the listener. Using a pushbutton, the listener indicates when a test signal of progressively increasing volume reaches an audible level. The resulting measured values of the listener's threshold of hearing at different frequencies is compared with comparable data for a normal listener to generate correction values that are used to program an equalizer which compensates for not only the listener's hearing impairments but also any distortion produced by system components or room acoustics.

Abstract: An Internet controlled telephony system employing a host services processor connected to a subscriber via the Internet and further connected to the public switched telephone system (PSTN). The subscriber employs a web interface to populate a database with preference data which is used by the host services processor to handle incoming calls and establish outgoing telephone connections in accordance with the preference data provided by the subscriber. Incoming calls to a telephone number assigned to the subscriber may be automatically forwarded to any telephone number specified by the preference data.

Abstract: A system for use with an audio reproduction system that corrects for distortion caused by the system as well as any hearing impairment suffered a listener. Test signals are introduced into the input of the system to produce test sounds that are perceptible by the listener. Using a pushbutton, the listener indicates when a test signal of progressively increasing volume reaches an audible level. The resulting measured values of the listener's threshold of hearing at different frequencies is compared with comparable data for a normal listener to generate correction values that are used to program an equalizer which compensates for not only the listener's hearing impairments but also any distortion produced by system components or room acoustics.

Abstract: An Internet controlled telephony system employing a host services processor connected to a subscriber via the Internet and further connected to the public switched telephone system (PSTN). The subscriber employs a web interface to populate a database with preference data which is used by the host services processor to handle incoming calls and establish outgoing telephone connections in accordance with the preference data provided by the subscriber. Incoming calls to a telephone number assigned to the subscriber may be automatically forwarded to any telephone number specified by the preference data.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for the in vitro synthesis of biological molecules in reaction mixtures comprising anti-foam agents. The reaction mix comprising antifoam agent may be a scaled up reaction, e.g. in reaction volume greater than at least about 15 ul. Reactions may be performed in various reactors, as known in the art, which include stirred reactors, bubble-column reactors; and the like.

Abstract: An Internet controlled telephony system employing a host services processor connected to a subscriber via the Internet and further connected to the public switched telephone system (PSTN). The subscriber employs a web interface to populate a database with preference data which is used by the host services processor to handle incoming calls and establish outgoing telephone connections in accordance with the preference data provided by the subscriber. Incoming calls to a telephone number assigned to the subscriber may be automatically forwarded to any telephone number specified by the preference data.

Abstract: Methods are provided for the utilization of bacterial cell-free extracts in the synthesis of high yields of membrane- associated polypeptides.

Abstract: Biological macromolecules are synthesized in vitro under conditions wherein oxidative phosphorylation is activated.

Abstract: Enzymatically active hydrogenase is synthesized in a cell-free reaction. The hydrogenases are synthesized in a cell-free reaction comprising a cell extract derived from microbial strains expressing at least one hydrogenase accessory protein. In some embodiments, the extracts are produced under anerobic conditions.

Abstract: Biological macromolecules are synthesized in vitro under conditions and in a reaction composition wherein oxidative phosphorylation is activated and protein folding is improved.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for the enhanced in vitro synthesis of protein molecules, by optimizing the metabolism of amino acids present in the reaction mix, preferably all amino acids in the reaction mixture. By performing synthesis with extracts from genetically modified microbial strains that are deficient in multiple amino acid metabolizing enzymes reduces the enzymatic activities responsible for catalyzing these reactions and improves the overall yield of synthesis.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, the present invention includes a method for engaging with a projection of a first component to removably secure a second component to the first component. The method includes positioning a rotatable member of the second component in a first rotational orientation such that the rotatable member is allowed to receive, via a gap in a perimeter of the rotatable member, the projection of the first component. The method also includes positioning the rotatable member in a second rotational orientation such that the rotatable member is prevented from disengaging with the projection of the first component to secure the second component to the first component. The method also includes returning the rotatable member to the first rotational orientation such that the rotatable member is allowed to release, via the gap in the perimeter, the projection of the first component to remove the second component from the first component.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, a port cover for a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure includes a base for coupling to the structure. The base comprises one or more ports for injection of the material into the one or more cavities in the structure, one or more slots, and one or more channels each associated with a corresponding slot. A cover for removably coupling to the base to selectively control access to the system includes one or more tabs each adapted to engage with a corresponding slot of the base. The one or more tabs of the cover are adapted to, after sliding downward to disengage from the one or more corresponding slots, move outward substantially perpendicular to the front surface of the base through the one or more corresponding channels to remove the cover from the base. When the cover is removed from the base, the system may be accessed for purposes of injection of the material into the one or more cavities in the structure.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, the present invention includes a key for engaging a locking mechanism for a port cover for use in a system integrated into a structure for injection of a material into one or more cavities in the structure. The locking mechanism is for removably securing a cover of the port cover to a base of the port cover that is coupled to the structure and includes one or more ports for injecting material into the one or more cavities in the structure. The key is adapted to engage with the locking mechanism, and orient the locking mechanism such that the locking mechanism engages with a projection of the base to removably secure one or more tabs of the cover in engagement with one or more corresponding slots of the base to removably secure the cover to the base to prevent unauthorized access to the one or more ports.

Abstract: A wall-mounted shelving system is provided that is easy to install, allows for a placement which is unlimited by stud location, holds heavy loads, and is easily cleanable. This wall-mounted shelving system includes a track and a bracket engagable with the track. The bracket has a collar for supporting a shelf-carrying pilaster and an engaging element protruding from the collar that includes a floor and an arm projecting upwardly from the floor to define an elbow. The track is adapted to be mounted horizontally on a wall and includes a downwardly open channel at its top and an outwardly projecting ledge at its bottom. The upper extreme of the engaging element arm is received in the channel of the track while the elbow can be supported to rest on the ledge. A pilaster is adapted to then be supported in the collar through an intermediate wedge member, and shelves and other objects can be supported on the pilaster.