Abstract: A method of forming a glass sheet comprises: (a) forming a ribbon of glass from molten glass with a pair of forming rollers; (b) reducing horizontal temperature variability of the ribbon of glass to be 10° C. or less across 80 percent of an entire width of the ribbon of glass before the ribbon of glass cools to a glass transition temperature; (c) controlling a cooling rate of the ribbon of glass while the ribbon of glass moves vertically downward within a setting zone such that the ribbon of glass has a first average cooling rate before the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature and a second average cooling rate after the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature, the first average cooling rate being less than the second average cooling rate; and (d) separating a glass sheet from the ribbon of glass.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plant-based glutamic acid rich protein composition and method of making the same. The composition provides a spectrum of amino acids, including an abundance of glutamic acid. The composition is free of the antibiotics and growth hormones associated with animal-sourced proteins and does not require amino acid supplementation to achieve high levels of glutamic acid. In some aspects, the composition is obtained from coffee beans, including defatted green coffee beans.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising an extract of black pepper seeds having ?-caryophyllene as a bioactive ingredient. The invention also provides a method of providing pain relief, comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of the inventive composition.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising an extract of Artocarpus heterophyllus and methods using and manufacturing the composition in the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The extract can be derived from the leaves of Artocarpus heterophyllus and can be formulated with carriers, excipients, nutritional supplements, food supplements, and beverages. The extract finds use in the treatment of LUTS associated with prostate disorders, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia. The composition can similarly be administered in methods of promoting and maintaining the health of the urinary tract and prostate.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition comprising one or more hydroxytryptamides and method of its use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. The invention includes embodiments wherein the composition comprises caffeine and chlorogenic acids. The composition finds use in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, including providing neuroprotection against the advancement of the symptoms of these disorders.

Abstract: A composition of chlorogenic acids and method of its use and manufacture in the treatment of metabolic disorders. The composition can be obtained from sunflower seed extract, including Helianthus annulus seeds.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel curcuminoid composition and methods for its use and manufacture. The composition can be obtained from an extract from Curcuma longa rhizomes. The formulation of the composition provides enhanced bioavailability and stability of bisdemethoxycurcumin (BDMC) under gastrointestinal conditions. The composition of the invention finds use in methods of promoting health and wellness, and methods of treating neurological disorders and inflammatory disorders.

Abstract: The invention provides a polysaccharide-rich composition comprising coffee fruit extract. The composition produces an immunostimulatory effect and can increase the activity of macrophages. The composition finds use in methods of stimulating an immune response and supporting immune system function in a subject.

Abstract: Some embodiments provide a two-tier DNS (Domain Name System) service for processing DNS requests. In some embodiments, the two-tier DNS service deploys first and second tiers of service machines, with the second-tier having several groups of service machines each of which is configured to resolve DNS requests for a different set of domain names than the other second-tier group(s). Each service machine in the first-tier is configured to identify the second-tier group responsible for each particular DNS request that the service machine receives for each particular domain name, and to forward the particular DNS request to the second-tier group that it identifies for the particular DNS request. The first-tier DNS service in some embodiments has only one group of service machines. Each first or second service machine group in some embodiments can have one or more service machines, and can be scaled up or down to add or remove service machines to the group (e.g., through an active/active layer 3 scaleout with BGP).

Abstract: Some embodiments provide a two-tier DNS (Domain Name System) service for processing DNS requests. In some embodiments, the two-tier DNS service deploys first and second tiers of service machines, with the second-tier having several groups of service machines each of which is configured to resolve DNS requests for a different set of domain names than the other second-tier group(s). Each service machine in the first-tier is configured to identify the second-tier group responsible for each particular DNS request that the service machine receives for each particular domain name, and to forward the particular DNS request to the second-tier group that it identifies for the particular DNS request. The first-tier DNS service in some embodiments has only one group of service machines. Each first or second service machine group in some embodiments can have one or more service machines, and can be scaled up or down to add or remove service machines to the group (e.g., through an active/active layer 3 scaleout with BGP).

Abstract: Some embodiments provide a two-tier DNS (Domain Name System) service for processing DNS requests. In some embodiments, the two-tier DNS service deploys first and second tiers of service machines, with the second-tier having several groups of service machines each of which is configured to resolve DNS requests for a different set of domain names than the other second-tier group(s). Each service machine in the first-tier is configured to identify the second-tier group responsible for each particular DNS request that the service machine receives for each particular domain name, and to forward the particular DNS request to the second-tier group that it identifies for the particular DNS request. The first-tier DNS service in some embodiments has only one group of service machines. Each first or second service machine group in some embodiments can have one or more service machines, and can be scaled up or down to add or remove service machines to the group (e.g., through an active/active layer 3 scaleout with BGP).

Abstract: A method of modulating body weight using a composition of rosemary extract having a pre-determined amount of ursolic acid.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a composition formulated from green tea flower and methods for making and using the composition in the management of body weight.

Abstract: A composition of chlorogenic acids and method of its use and manufacture in the treatment of metabolic disorders. The composition can be obtained from sunflower seed extract, including Helianthus annulus seeds.

Abstract: A method, an electronic device, and computer readable medium for payment authentication are provided. The method includes receiving a device user authentication. The method also includes receiving a payment request. The method additionally includes determining whether one or more payment conditions corresponding to the device user authentication are satisfied upon receipt of the payment request. The method further includes authorizing a payment application to process the payment request when the one or more payment conditions is satisfied.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition and method for treating prostate disorders. The composition can be formulated to provide a saw palmetto oil having about 3% w/w ?-sitosterol.

Abstract: A method of forming a glass sheet comprises: (a) forming a ribbon of glass from molten glass with a pair of forming rollers; (b) reducing horizontal temperature variability of the ribbon of glass to be 10° C. or less across 80 percent of an entire width of the ribbon of glass before the ribbon of glass cools to a glass transition temperature; (c) controlling a cooling rate of the ribbon of glass while the ribbon of glass moves vertically downward within a setting zone such that the ribbon of glass has a first average cooling rate before the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature and a second average cooling rate after the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature, the first average cooling rate being less than the second average cooling rate; and (d) separating a glass sheet from the ribbon of glass.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a composition comprising a green tea flower extract and methods for making and using the composition in the management of a healthy body weight. The composition can comprise an aqueous alcohol extract of Camellia sinensis that is administered to a patient to provide a method for maintaining a healthy body weight.

Abstract: A glass manufacturing apparatus includes a forming apparatus defining a travel path extending in a travel direction. The forming apparatus conveys a ribbon of glass-forming material along the travel path in the travel direction. The glass manufacturing apparatus includes a cooling tube including a first end and a second end. The cooling tube includes a first tube including a closed first sidewall surrounding a first channel. The first tube receives a first cooling fluid within the first channel. The cooling tube includes a second tube including a closed second sidewall surrounding a second channel. The first tube is positioned within the second tube. The second tube receives a second cooling fluid within the second channel. The cooling tube includes a nozzle. The nozzle receives the first cooling fluid and directs the first cooling fluid toward the travel path. Methods include manufacturing a glass ribbon with the glass manufacturing apparatus.

Abstract: A method of forming a glass sheet comprises: (a) forming a ribbon of glass from molten glass with a pair of forming rollers; (b) reducing horizontal temperature variability of the ribbon of glass to be 10° C. or less across 80 percent of an entire width of the ribbon of glass before the ribbon of glass cools to a glass transition temperature; (c) controlling a cooling rate of the ribbon of glass while the ribbon of glass moves vertically downward within a setting zone such that the ribbon of glass has a first average cooling rate before the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature and a second average cooling rate after the ribbon of glass cools to the glass transition temperature, the first average cooling rate being less than the second average cooling rate; and (d) separating a glass sheet from the ribbon of glass.