Abstract: A composite material for passive cooling includes a porous structure including an expanded graphite and a surfactant, the porous structure being provided with at least one crystalline deliquescent salt that is selected from the group consisting of chloride, bromide, sulphate, and nitrate. The uses of the composite material in passive cooling are also addressed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a pointing device comprising a slider bar including a non-circular support member, a flexible sleeve, and a friction-reducing layer. The non-circular support member is elongated along an axis A1 and includes a flat or convex user interface support surface. The flexible sleeve is disposed around the support member. The flexible sleeve is rotatable about the support member and slidable along the support member along axis A1. A portion of the flexible sleeve is supported by the user interface support surface at any time during use. The portion comprises a user interface surface and a friction-reducing layer adhered to the support member. The friction-reducing layer is configured to reduce friction between the support member and the flexible sleeve. The pointing device further comprises a sensor configured to detect rotational and axial movement of the flexible sleeve relative to the support member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for testing functional vision of a subject. The systems and methods utilize a plurality of obstacle courses, a plurality of contrast levels of the obstacle courses, a plurality of illumination levels, video-recording, and a robust scoring algorithm to assess the mobility of the subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of treating patients with long acting injectable paliperidone palmitate formulations. The disclosure includes methods for mitigating at least one adverse change in blood lipid levels of a patient in need thereof who has been treated with a paliperidone palmitate extended-release injectable suspension at either one-month intervals (PP1M) or three-month intervals (PP3M), comprising transitioning the patient to a paliperidone palmitate extended-release injectable suspension having a six month dosing interval (PP6M).

Abstract: There is disclosed a device and a system for capturing moisture and nutrients from the air, such as from fog, mist, and rain. In an aspect, the water and nutrient capture system (WNCS) includes a water harvester or a water converter, an electricity generator, and a discharge reactor. In another aspect, the system includes one or more fog-to-water converters (FWC) and a spark-type droplet-based electric generator (SDEG). In yet another aspect, the FWC is a spiky cylindrical hollow structure having a biphilic surface, for example, a hydrophilic pattern on a hydrophobic substrate. The disclosed device and system improve water collection efficiency by up to 85% while reducing material usage by up to 44.8%. Further, the device and system may be used to facilitate nitrogen fixation, collect water, generate electricity, and/or promote plant growth. Moreover, the device and system may be used in agriculture and horticulture, environmental remediation, and/or water harvesting.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of use are disclosed which can provide protection against ultraviolet radiation to a user's scalp and hair when applied thereto. Such compositions may further allow for the user to style their hair and aid in nourishment and strengthening of the user's hair fibers. The ingredients of these compositions can include UV filters, particularly bemotrizinol, styling agents of polyvinylpyrrolidone and polyvinylpyrrolidone/vinyl acetate copolymer, and a plethora of skin conditioning agents derived from herb extracts, plant seeds, and amino acids. Numerous additives can be present in these compositions as well, ranging from solvents, antioxidants, pH adjusters, emulsion stabilizers, rheology modifiers, humectants, and preservatives.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of use are disclosed which can provide protection against ultraviolet radiation to a user's scalp and hair when applied thereto. Such compositions may further allow for the user to style their hair and aid in nourishment and strengthening of the user's hair fibers. The ingredients of these compositions can include UV filters, particularly homosalate, octisalate, avobenzone, and octocrylene, styling agents of polyvinylpyrrolidone and polyvinylpyrrolidone/vinyl acetate copolymer, and a plethora of skin conditioning agents derived from herb extracts, plant seeds, and amino acids. Numerous additives can be present in these compositions as well, ranging from solvents, antioxidants, pH adjusters, emulsion stabilizers, rheology modifiers, humectants, and preservatives.

Abstract: An energy generation device Including: a surface for supporting movement of a work material, and an energy converter. The surface is operable to induce movement of the work material relative to the surface. The energy converter is arranged to generate electrical energy based on the induced movement of the work material relative to the surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a vented individual negative pressure enclosure system for extracting potentially contaminated air from an individual. The system includes an adjustable assemblable and disassemblable frame structure configured to surround a bed, chair, or toilet. A vapor-impermeable sheet extends over the frame structure. An air purification system communicates with a plurality of extraction vents positioned on or in the frame structure. The air purification system may be a water-filtration-based air purification system including a particle growth tube for increasing the size of aerosol droplets to facilitate capture. The air purification system includes a pump and HEPA filter and, optionally, a UV sterilizer.

Abstract: A helmet comprising first and second parts and a connector connecting the first and second parts of the helmet, the connector comprising: a first plate; a first anchor point on one side of the first plate, configured to be connected to the first part; a second plate located on an opposite side of the first plate from the first anchor point; a second anchor point on an opposite side of the second plate from the first plate, configured to be connected to the second part; a low friction interface provided between opposing surfaces of the first and second plates; and a cuff of deformable material provided around the first and second plates, and configured to at least partially cover the side of the first plate on which the first anchor point is located and to at least partially cover the side of the second plate on which the second anchor point is located.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for testing functional vision of a subject. The systems and methods utilize a plurality of obstacle courses, a plurality of contrast levels of the obstacle courses, a plurality of illumination levels, video-recording, and a robust scoring algorithm to assess the mobility of the subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides a wireless rechargeable and portable anti-microbial respirator. The respirator includes a face-piece with an air inlet and an air outlet; a first belt and a second belt, the first belt is connected to ends of the face-piece, and the second belt is configured to wrap around the waist of a user; a flexible outlet tube, where the first end of the flexible outlet tube is connected to the air outlet of the face-piece; a flexible intake tube, where the first end of the flexible intake tube is connected to the air inlet of the face-piece; and a filtration system fixed onto the second belt. The key features of the respirator in the present invention include highly antibacterial and antiviral, long duration, reusable, self-cleaning and self-disinfecting, lightweight and portable, wireless power transfer, and great airflow and comfortable breathing.

Abstract: A fog-based self-powered system for collecting atmospheric water and generating electricity is presented. The system includes a mesh-based fog harvester for accumulating water droplets from atmospheric moisture. A droplet distributor receives accumulated water droplets from the mesh-based fog harvester. A droplet electrical generator harvests energy from the water droplets accumulated in the droplet distributor. The droplet electrical generator includes an electret surface for receiving the water droplets from the droplet distributor and at least two electrodes. A water reservoir receives water droplets from the droplet electrical generator.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to chromosome maintenance and cell viability, and more specifically, to the identification of kinases the inhibition of which blocks telomere elongation. In one aspect, the present invention provides methods for treating cancer. The methods generally comprise the administration of agents that interfere with the lengthening of telomeres in cancer. In a specific embodiment, a method of treating cancer in a subject by interfering with lengthening of telomeres in cancer cells comprises administering to the cells an effective amount of an inhibitor of casein kinase 1 (CK1), wherein the administration of the inhibitor leads to progressive telomere shortening in the cancer cell, thereby treating cancer in the subject. In another embodiment, the method can further comprise administering to the cells an effective amount of an inhibitor of bromodomain-containing protein 4 (BRD4) and/or an inhibitor of the MEK/ERK pathway.

Abstract: According to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, a cosmetic arrangement can be provided, which can include a first structure that can enclose a cosmetic active ingredient(s), a second structure that can enclose a solvent solution, a third structure(s) that can separate the solvent solution from the cosmetic active ingredient(s), a medium that can be configured to absorb a mixture of the cosmetic active ingredient(s) and solvent solution, and an indicator structure that can be configured to indicate whether the cosmetic active ingredient(s) and the solvent solution have come in contact with one another. Upon an application of a particular amount of pressure on a portion(s) of the arrangement, the cosmetic active ingredient(s) and the solvent solution can be caused to come into direct contact with one another.

Abstract: A helmet comprising first and second parts and a connector connecting the first and second parts of the helmet, the connector comprising: a first plate; a first anchor point on one side of the first plate, configured to be connected to the first part; a second plate located on an opposite side of the first plate from the first anchor point; a second anchor point on an opposite side of the second plate from the first plate, configured to be connected to the second part; a low friction interface provided between opposing surfaces of the first and second plates; and a cuff of deformable material provided around the first and second plates, and configured to at least partially cover the side of the first plate on which the first anchor point is located and to at least partially cover the side of the second plate on which the second anchor point is located.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of treating patients with long acting injectable paliperidone palmitate formulations. The disclosure includes methods for mitigating at least one adverse change in blood lipid levels of a patient in need thereof who has been treated with a paliperidone palmitate extended-release injectable suspension at either one-month intervals (PP1M) or three-month intervals (PP3M), comprising transitioning the patient to a paliperidone palmitate extended-release injectable suspension having a six month dosing interval (PP6M).

Abstract: The present invention provides a wireless rechargeable and portable anti-microbial respirator. The respirator includes a face-piece with an air inlet and an air outlet; a first belt and a second belt, the first belt is connected to ends of the face-piece, and the second belt is configured to wrap around the waist of a user; a flexible outlet tube, where the first end of the flexible outlet tube is connected to the air outlet of the face-piece; a flexible intake tube, where the first end of the flexible intake tube is connected to the air inlet of the face-piece; and a filtration system fixed onto the second belt. The key features of the respirator in the present invention include highly antibacterial and antiviral, long duration, reusable, self-cleaning and self-disinfecting, lightweight and portable, wireless power transfer, and great airflow and comfortable breathing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a vented individual negative pressure enclosure system for extracting potentially contaminated air from an individual. The system includes an adjustable assemblable and disassemblable frame structure configured to surround a bed, chair, or toilet. A vapor-impermeable sheet extends over the frame structure. An air purification system communicates with a plurality of extraction vents positioned on or in the frame structure. The air purification system may be a water-filtration-based air purification system including a particle growth tube for increasing the size of aerosol droplets to facilitate capture. The air purification system includes a pump and HEPA filter and, optionally, a UV sterilizer.

Abstract: An energy generation device Including: a surface for supporting movement of a work material, and an energy converter. The surface is operable to induce movement of the work material relative to the surface. The energy converter is arranged to generate electrical energy based on the induced movement of the work material relative to the surface.