Abstract: Methods and systems are described for machine learning algorithms that dynamically allocate traffic to contact strategies that are performing well, while allocating less traffic to contact strategies that are underperforming. In particular, the methods and systems discussed are for the use of a contextual multi-armed bandit framework for applications that have both immediate results and long-term results, in which immediate results are correlated with the long-term results (e.g., results related to debt collection strategies).

Abstract: The disclosure provides nucleic acidvectors containing a high expression promoter, such as a high expression, supporting cell-specific promoter, operably linked to a polynucleotide encoding Atoh1. Such vectors and compositions containing the same can be used to induce robust regeneration of mature hair cells (e.g., cochlear and/or vestibular hair cell regeneration). Accordingly, the nucleic acid vectors and compositions described herein can be used to treat subjects having or at risk of developing hearing loss or vestibular dysfunction.

Abstract: The disclosure provides Sox2 inhibitors that can be used to generate Type I vestibular hair cells in the vestibular system. The Sox2 inhibitors may be administered to a subject alone or in combination with a regeneration agent to convert Type II vestibular hair cells or regenerated vestibular hair cells to Type I vestibular hair cells.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for machine learning algorithms that dynamically allocate traffic to contact strategies that are performing well, while allocating less traffic to contact strategies that are underperforming. In particular, the methods and systems discussed are for the use of a contextual multi-armed bandit framework for applications that have both immediate results and long-term results, in which immediate results are correlated with the long-term results (e.g., results related to debt collection strategies).

Abstract: A system for mounting to an underside of a work surface of an office furniture structure includes a storage structure and a bracket. The storage structure includes at least one storage chamber and at least one installation feature coupled to the at least one storage chamber. The bracket includes at least one securing feature configured to secure the bracket to the underside of the work surface of the office furniture structure. The bracket further includes at least one installation feature configured to couple the least one installation features of the storage structure. At least one of the storage structure and the bracket includes at least one restraining feature configured to engage the other of the storage structure and the bracket and inhibit the storage structure from being detached from the bracket.

Abstract: Disclosed is a razor blade having a mineral blade with a mineral cutting edge, with the mineral cutting edge having a radius of less than about 20 nanometers and an angle of about 40-50 degrees and wherein the mineral blade is coated in an adhesion promoter and an outer layer and a method of making the razor blade. Also disclosed is a razor having a mineral blade, and a method of making the razor.