Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus for enhanced decoding using in-phase and quadrature information. In one aspect, a method includes obtaining in-phase and quadrature values for multiple measurement operations in a quantum error correction code for a quantum computation; classifying measurement outcomes of the multiple measurement operations using respective in-phase and quadrature values; generating a detector graph of nodes and edges, wherein the detector graph labels detection events that occur in the classified measurement outcomes; assigning weights to the edges of the detector graph using posterior probability distributions of the classified measurement outcomes to generate a weighted detector graph; and executing a decoding process on the weighted detector graph to compute a decoding output of the decoding process, wherein the decoding output predicts an occurrence of errors in the quantum computation.

Abstract: A body protection system comprising multiple protective assemblies that permits adjustability of the multiple assemblies in respect to one another thereby permitting a complete body protection system that is usable across different size personnel. The multiple protective assemblies may be separately adjusted permitting a one-size-fits-most capability for the different sized personnel. The body protection system permits reuse among different sized people thereby reducing overall costs associated with protecting members of law enforcement, military or other organizations. The body protection system may include a unique adjustable neck protectors that provides enhanced protection for the neck area. The various multiple protective assemblies may suspend directly or indirectly from the shoulder pad assemblies providing a common comprehensive suspension system for a wearer.

Abstract: Authentication method and systems using RFID-enabled payment cards are disclosed herein where a server receives a request corresponding to authorization of a payment associated with a payment card from an electronic terminal. The server identifies an electronic device of a user associated with the payment card. The server then transmits an instruction to the electronic device to cause an RFID reader of the electronic device to determine whether an RFID tag corresponding to the payment card is located within a predetermined proximity to the electronic device. When the payment card is located within the predetermined proximity, the server executes a first authentication protocol. Moreover, when the payment card is not located within the predetermined proximity, the server executes a second authentication protocol, wherein the second authentication protocol is more restrictive than the first authentication protocol.

Abstract: The present invention provides ISVD polypeptide derivatives capable of binding coagulation Factor IX(a) and Factor X(a) which are highly potent and provide a sufficiently long half-life such to allow for effective subcutaneous—as well as peroral administration. The ISVD polypeptides derivatives disclosed herein are thus suitable for treatment of haemophilia A, haemophilia A with inhibitors and acquired haemophilia A by various routes of administration including subcutaneous and peroral administration.

Abstract: A suture assembly includes a translation assembly that is axially translatable within a working channel of an endoscope and is adapted to releasably secure and/or release a needle and a distal end cap that is securable to an end of the endoscope and is adapted to releasably secure and/or release the needle in order to pass the needle back and forth between the translation assembly and the distal cap. An attachment mechanism configured to releasably secure the distal endcap to an end of the endoscope.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula (I), 5 wherein R1, R2, R3, R4 and G are as defined herein. The invention further relates to herbicidal compositions which comprise a compound of Formula (I), to their use for controlling weeds, in particular in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to detecting and identifying malicious sites using machine learning. A computing platform may receive image data of a graphical rendering of a resource available at a uniform resource locator (URL). The computing platform may compute a computer vision vector representation of the image data. The computing platform may compare the computer vision vector representation of the image data to stored numeric vectors representing page elements, resulting in a feature indicating whether the computer vision vector representation of the image data is visually similar to a known page element, and may input the feature to a classifier. The computing platform may receive, from the classifier, a phish classification score indicating a likelihood that the URL is malicious. In response to determining that the phish classification score exceeds a first phish classification threshold, the computing platform may cause a cybersecurity server to perform a first action.

Abstract: Systems and methods for interval energy disaggregation utilizing machine learning are provided. An example method includes obtaining and cleaning weather data and customer data, and based on the customer data, determining whether a structure utilizes solar energy. If the structure utilizes solar energy, the overall aggregate data is disaggregated by using and training a first machine learning model, to ultimately produce a predicted solar production. The predicted solar production is extracted from an overall aggregate data of the structure. Then, the method continues with disaggregating the non-solar aggregate data by utilizing at least a second ML model, to produce disaggregated data relating to at least one of AC energy consumption and EV (electric vehicle) consumption. The disaggregated data is provided to the customer or utility. The disaggregated data comprises at least one of the predicted solar production, the AC energy consumption, and the EV consumption of the structure.

Abstract: In some aspects the present disclosure provides a radiopaque, reactive copolymer comprising at least one hydrophilic polymer segment having a plurality of hydrophilic polymer segment ends, a plurality of iodinated polymer segments covalently linked to the plurality of hydrophilic polymer segment ends, and a plurality of reactive moieties covalently linked to the iodinated polymer segments. In other aspects, the present disclosure pertains to a system for forming a hydrogel composition that comprises (a) such a radiopaque, reactive copolymer and (b) a nucleophilic compound, as well as to a crosslinked reaction product of the same. In further aspects, the present disclosure pertains to a method of treatment comprising administering to a subject a mixture that comprises (a) such a radiopaque, reactive copolymer and (b) a nucleophilic compound, under conditions such that the nucleophilic compound and the radiopaque, reactive copolymer crosslink after administration.

Abstract: Soft tissue grafts, packaged soft tissue grafts, and methods of making and using soft tissue grafts are disclosed. One soft tissue graft includes processed tissue material having first and second opposed surfaces. The first and second opposed surfaces are bounded by first and second edges. The first edge has a concave shape that curves toward the second edge. The second edge has a convex shape that curves away from the first edge. The first surface comprises a plurality of apertures. At least one of the apertures is formed from a multi-directional separation in the first surface. One method of making a soft tissue graft includes positioning a cutting die on a surface of tissue material, pressing the cutting die into the tissue material to cut the tissue material, and processing the cut tissue material to create processed tissue material.

Abstract: An exemplary storage system generally includes a least one back channel mountable along a support surface (e.g., a back wall of a closet, etc.). At least one wall or panel of the storage system is mountable (e.g., via a connector, etc.) along the back channel. The storage system may also generally include one or more of a hang rod, side bracket, shelf trim, end cup, support bracket, and/or shelf. The shelf may be supportable by the back channel, a pair of side brackets, and at least one support bracket. The side brackets may be mountable along sidewalls of the closet and/or to the at least one wall or the storage system that is mountable along the back channel. The hang rod may supportable beneath the shelf when first and second end portions of the hang rod are supported by respective first and second end cups.

Abstract: Compositions useful in medical procedures are described, such as separating tissue layers, e.g., submucosal tissue layers, for removal. In some examples, the compositions may include a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier fluid and one or more biocompatible materials at least partially or completely dissolved or suspended in the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier fluid. The one or more biocompatible materials may be chosen from polymers, phospholipids, nanoclays, or combinations thereof. Advantageously, the compositions may be formulated as a solution, emulsion, gel, or suspension capable of being injected into tissue.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the present disclosure pertains to an injectable shear-thinning composition that comprises (a) one or more types of polymers, (b) one or more types of microparticles and (c) water. In some embodiments, the present disclosure pertains to a kit that comprises (a) one or more containers that contain an injectable shear-thinning composition that comprises one or more types of polymers, one or more types of microparticles and water and (b) a delivery device. In some embodiments, the present disclosure pertains to a medical procedure comprising administering to a subject an injectable shear-thinning composition that comprises one or more types of polymers, one or more types of microparticles and water.

Abstract: A conversation control system and associated methods adapt or modify currently active or future conversations and/or interactions based on machine-generated models that continuously evaluate client satisfaction over the entirety of the active conversations and/or interactions. The system receives a conversation with utterances by two or more participants, and generates a vector with features comprised of words, word sequences, and category classifications associated with at least one of the utterances. The system provides the features as inputs to a prediction model that assigns weights to a set of features based on a modeling of different impacts that each feature of the set of features has on one or more aspects of customer satisfaction. The system generates predictions for those aspects of customer satisfaction without input from the participants based on the assigned weights, and performs an automated action based on the one or more predictions.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include computer-implemented systems and processes that facilitate an initiation and a performance of one or more trustless transactions between counterparty devices operating within a trusted, secure computer-networking environment. For example, an apparatus may receive, through a touchscreen display unit, first data that identifies a session identifier associated with a transaction session, and may determine a validity of the session identifier based on the received first data. The apparatus may establish the transaction session in response to the determined validity of the session identifier. The transaction session may be associated with first and second operations characterized by values of corresponding parameters.

Abstract: A turbofan gas turbine engine comprises, in axial flow sequence, a heat exchanger module, a fan assembly, a compressor module, and a turbine module. The fan assembly comprises a plurality of fan blades defining a fan diameter (D), and the heat exchanger module comprises a plurality of heat exchanger elements. The heat exchanger module is in fluid communication with the fan assembly by an inlet duct, with the heat exchanger module having an axial length along a central axis between an upstream-most face of the heat exchanger elements and a downstream-most face of the heat exchanger elements. The axial length is in the range of 0.1*D to 5.0*D.

Abstract: Analysis of 13,023 genes in 11 breast and 11 colorectal cancers revealed that individual tumors accumulate an average of ˜90 mutant genes but that only a subset of these contribute to the neoplastic process. Using stringent criteria to delineate this subset, we identified 189 genes (average of 11 per tumor) that were mutated at significant frequency. The vast majority of these genes were not known to be genetically altered in tumors and are predicted to affect a wide range of cellular functions, including transcription, adhesion, and invasion. These data define the genetic landscape of two human cancer types, provide new targets for diagnostic and therapeutic intervention and monitoring.

Abstract: Disclosed in one aspect is a method for performing a complete blood count (CBC) on a sample of whole blood by metering a predetermined amount of the whole blood and mixing it with a predetermined amount of diluent and stain and transferring a portion thereof to an imaging chamber of fixed dimensions and utilizing an automated microscope with digital camera and cell counting and recognition software to count every white blood cell and red blood corpuscle and platelet in the sample diluent/stain mixture to determine the number of red cells, white cells, and platelets per unit volume, and analyzing the white cells with cell recognition software to classify them.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device includes a first aerosol generator to generate a first aerosol from a first aerosol precursor and to introduce the first aerosol into a first fluid flow pathway, and a second aerosol generator to generate a second aerosol from a second aerosol precursor and to introduce the second aerosol into a second fluid flow pathway. The first aerosol is sized for pulmonary penetration. The second aerosol generator comprises a Venturi aperture to dispense and aerosolise the second aerosol precursor in the second aerosol generator. The second aerosol precursor is a liquid, and the second aerosol is sized to inhibit pulmonary penetration. The second aerosol is transmissible within a mammalian oral and/or nasal cavity. The second aerosol includes an active component for activating at least one of: one or more taste receptors in the oral cavity and one or more olfactory receptors in the nasal cavity.

Abstract: Imaging systems, including radio frequency, microwave and millimeter-wave arrangements, and related methods are described. According to one aspect, an imaging system includes an antenna array, a position capture system configured to generate position information indicative of locations of one of the antenna array and the target at the first and second moments in time, and wherein the one of the antenna array and the target move between the first and second moments in time, a transceiver configured to control the antenna array to emit electromagnetic energy towards the target and to generate an output that is indicative of the received electromagnetic energy, a data acquisition system configured to generate radar data, processing circuitry configured to process the position information and the radar data to generate image data regarding the target, and an interface configured to use the image data to generate visual images regarding the target.