Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cell populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cell populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: Devices and methods utilize a lifting beam comprising at least two connectors with a first connector substantially centered on the beam and a second connector disposed closer to an end of the beam which permit a heavy equipment operator to selectively change the vertical orientation of the lifting beam from a substantially horizontal position to a substantially vertical position. The lifting beam is selectively positionable by the equipment operator downwardly through the top opening of a precast, concrete dome without requiring the operator to leave the protection of the equipment cab. When positioned inside the concrete dome, the lifting beam is oriented substantially horizontally and the concrete dome can be lifted and repositioned by lifting the beam.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices that takes advantage of the unique fluid dynamics involved when oscillating flow across a sensor or sensor array. A time-variant source of information about an agent(s) of interest being sensored is established. This source of information is used in machine learning algorithms to speed up the time and accuracy of agent classification and identification.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cell populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cells populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: Devices and methods utilize a lifting beam comprising at least two connectors with a first connector substantially centered on the beam and a second connector disposed closer to an end of the beam which permit a heavy equipment operator to selectively change the vertical orientation of the lifting beam from a substantially horizontal position to a substantially vertical position. The lifting beam is selectively positionable by the equipment operator downwardly through the top opening of a precast, concrete dome without requiring the operator to leave the protection of the equipment cab. When positioned inside the concrete dome, the lifting beam is oriented substantially horizontally and the concrete dome can be lifted and repositioned by lifting the beam.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices that takes advantage of the unique fluid dynamics involved when oscillating flow across a sensor or sensor array. A time-variant source of information about an agent(s) of interest being sensored is established. This source of information is used in machine learning algorithms to speed up the time and accuracy of agent classification and identification.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cells populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cell populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The present invention concerns bioactive renal cell populations, renal cell constructs, and methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: A network routing and service control design enables an internet protocol (“IP”) network to effectively divert, on-demand, a given set of IP traffic flow from its normally followed network path to a network-attached application service processing complex and then enable the IP network to re-inject post-processed (e.g., Distributed Denial of Service scrubbed) traffic back into the network for routing to an originally-intended destination. This design also provides a sophisticated control mechanism for application service providers and/or customers/users for service management purposes. For example, application service providers can manage network and service processing resources and customers/users can manage their service requests.

Abstract: Provided is a temporary secure storage system for firearms. The system is designed to provide convenient, secure storage of handguns. A number of storage containers employing electronic locking mechanisms are stored within a secure facility. Customers can rent a storage container for a predetermined period of time, during which firearms and accoutrement are kept within an individually locked container. Biometric scanners, card readers, and PIN keypads are examples of the types of authenticators used on each storage container to ensure that only the owner gains access to the contents. The system is ideally suited for persons who lawfully carry concealed weapons and seek to abide by local ordinances regarding gun-free areas. In this manner the system provides convenience and peace of mind to gun-carrying persons.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to implement a partial mesh virtual private local area network service are disclosed. An example method to implement a partial mesh virtual private local area network service (VPLS) network disclosed herein comprises identifying a desired partial mesh topology of connections for interconnecting a plurality of provider edge devices comprising the VPLS network, and decomposing the partial mesh topology into a plurality of cliques, wherein each clique comprises a respective full mesh topology of connections for interconnecting a respective subset of the plurality of provider edge devices, and wherein a union of the plurality of cliques implements the desired partial mesh topology.

Abstract: Provided is a temporary secure storage system for firearms. The system is designed to provide convenient, secure storage of handguns. A number of storage containers employing electronic locking mechanisms are stored within a secure facility. Customers can rent a storage container for a predetermined period of time, during which firearms and accoutrement are kept within an individually locked container. Biometric scanners, card readers, and PIN keypads are examples of the types of authenticators used on each storage container to ensure that only the owner gains access to the contents. The system is ideally suited for persons who lawfully carry concealed weapons and seek to abide by local ordinances regarding gun-free areas. In this manner the system provides convenience and peace of mind to gun-carrying persons.

Abstract: A network routing and service control design enables an internet protocol (“IP”) network to effectively divert, on-demand, a given set of IP traffic flow from its normally followed network path to a network-attached application service processing complex and then enable the IP network to re-inject post-processed (e.g., Distributed Denial of Service scrubbed) traffic back into the network for routing to an originally-intended destination. This design also provides a sophisticated control mechanism for application service providers and/or customers/users for service management purposes. For example, application service providers can manage network and service processing resources and customers/users can manage their service requests.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a non-biased, combinatorial approach to the identification of components that modulate a regenerative response in a target tissue, thereby restoring or partially restoring homeostasis to the target tissue. The methods of the present invention are based on in vivo testing, with or without prior in vitro predictive functional testing or combinatorial testing.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to implement a partial mesh virtual private local area network service are disclosed. An example method to implement a partial mesh virtual private local area network service (VPLS) network disclosed herein comprises identifying a desired partial mesh topology of connections for interconnecting a plurality of provider edge devices comprising the VPLS network, and decomposing the partial mesh topology into a plurality of cliques, wherein each clique comprises a respective full mesh topology of connections for interconnecting a respective subset of the plurality of provider edge devices, and wherein a union of the plurality of cliques implements the desired partial mesh topology.

Abstract: A system and method for filtering routing updates is disclosed. A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a Route Reflector (RR) having a route reflection element that routes to one or more network elements a routing update according to a filter. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions, devices, and methods for maintaining or improving the integrity of body passageways following surgery, such as at a graft site, or injury. Delivery devices including one or more therapeutic agents and a mesh are described. Representative examples of therapeutic agents include microtubule stabilizing agents, anti-angiogenic factors, inhibitors of smooth muscle cell growth or proliferation, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and other factors useful preventing and/or reducing a proliferative biological response that may obstruct or hinder the optimal functioning of the passageway or cavity.