Abstract: Radiolabeled liposomes can be used in the treatment of cancer. These local therapies can be used to treat cancers including, but not limited to, leptomeningeal metastases. In an embodiment, radiolabeled liposomes comprising (186Re) obisbemeda can be administered to a patient through an Ommaya reservoir. The therapies can include imaging the radiolabeled liposome concomitant or subsequent to administration.

Abstract: Certain embodiments are directed to Lipid Emulsions in Alginate Microspheres, e.g., Lipiodol Emulsion in Alginate Microspheres (LEAMs), as a chemoembolic agent. A oil in water emulsion of lipiodol can be stabilized within alginate microspheres at very high concentrations. These emulsion in alginate microspheres can be manufactured to any size range from 20 microns to 5000 microns. In certain aspects, an ultrasonic nozzle technology is used to manufacture small size microspheres of average diameter 50 microns. In other aspects, needle extrusion systems are used to manufacture large LEAMs termed Mega-LEAMs.

Abstract: Certain embodiments are directed to methods for loading a liposome-containing alginate microsphere with an agent when the liposome-containing microsphere has been formed prior to loading of the liposome.

Abstract: A vocal music production apparatus for converting vocalized music to produced instrumentals includes a housing front side, a housing back side, a housing left side, a housing right side, a housing top side, and a housing bottom side. A touch screen is coupled to the housing within the housing front side. A microprocessor is coupled within the housing and is in operational communication with the touch screen. The microprocessor includes a digital synthesizer to convert vocal audio inputs to digital music. A microphone, a speaker, a headphone jack, and a battery are coupled to the housing and are in operational communication with the microprocessor. A port is coupled to the housing and is in operational communication with the microprocessor and the battery. A plurality of control buttons is coupled to the housing and is in operational communication with the microprocessor.

Abstract: Disclosed are nucleic acid preserving compositions and methods of manufacturing and using the same, particularly for detection of COVID-19 virus. Compositions include a carrier, a chaotropic agent, a buffering agent, a chelating agent, a surfactant, an alcohol, an acid, and a mucolytic agent. Compositions as aqueous solutions can include water as a carrier. Preferred embodiments include water, guanidine thiocyanate, Tris, EDTA, SLS, SDA 3C, HCl, and N-acetyl-L-cysteine. Some embodiments include a colored dye as a visual indicator. Kits include the composition disposed in a portion of a biological sample collection apparatus. Methods of manufacturing include combining the components into a mixture, such as an aqueous solution. Methods of use include providing a biological sample that includes nucleic acid and contacting the biological sample with the composition. Detection of COVID-19 virus is demonstrated. Compositions also preserve and stabilize human nucleic acid for subsequent analysis.

Abstract: A power conversion system includes a power conversion apparatus and a programming support apparatus connected to the power conversion apparatus. The power conversion apparatus includes power conversion circuitry, program storage that stores a control program configured to control the power conversion circuitry, and a control unit that controls the power conversion circuitry according to a control program. The programming support apparatus includes a display data generation unit that generates display data of a block diagram illustrating a content of the control program using a plurality of functional blocks, and a link indicating input and output of information between the functional blocks based on the control program stored in the program storage.

Abstract: A method of controlling a motor control apparatus includes selecting one of a first option and a first additional option in a first setting item in response to a first user input via a setting sequence prior to a control-mode-finding sub-process of the setting sequence, the first setting item relating to a motor and including the first option and the first additional option, the first option being different from the first additional option. A first control mode is selected in the control-mode-finding sub-process via the setting sequence based on the first option selected in the first setting item prior to the control-mode-finding sub-process. A second control mode is selected in the control-mode-finding sub-process via the setting sequence based on the first additional option selected in the first setting item prior to the control-mode-finding sub-process. The first control mode is different from the first option and the first additional option.

Abstract: A vocal music production apparatus for converting vocalized music to produced instrumentals includes a housing front side, a housing back side, a housing left side, a housing right side, a housing top side, and a housing bottom side. A touch screen is coupled to the housing within the housing front side. A microprocessor is coupled within the housing and is in operational communication with the touch screen. The microprocessor includes a digital synthesizer to convert vocal audio inputs to digital music. A microphone, a speaker, a headphone jack, and a battery are coupled to the housing and are in operational communication with the microprocessor. A port is coupled to the housing and is in operational communication with the microprocessor and the battery. A plurality of control buttons is coupled to the housing and is in operational communication with the microprocessor.

Abstract: Radiolabeled liposomes can be used in the treatment of cancer. These local therapies can be used to treat cancers including, but not limited to, lung cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer, stomach cancer, bladder cancer, liver cancer, leukemia, lymphoma, ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma, melanoma, sarcoma, head and neck cancer, glioma, glioblastoma, medulloblastoma, ependymoma, diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, leptomeningeal metastases, and pediatric high-grade glioma.

Abstract: A padded glasses clip apparatus for preventing misplacement or damage to glasses includes a clip body comprising an upper clip and a lower clip pivoting on a pivot rod between a closed position and an open position. A torsion spring is coupled to the pivot rod and engages a clip inner side of each of the upper clip and the lower clip to bias the clip body towards the closed position. A pair of pads includes an upper pad and a lower pad coupled to the clip inner side of the upper clip and the lower clip, respectively. Each pad extends between the pair of pivot ears and the grip portion. The pair of pads safely secures a pair of arms of a pair of glasses.

Abstract: A method of controlling a motor control apparatus includes selecting one of a first option and a first additional option in a first setting item in response to a first user input via a setting sequence prior to a control-mode-finding sub-process of the setting sequence, the first setting item relating to a motor and including the first option and the first additional option, the first option being different from the first additional option. A first control mode is selected in the control-mode-finding sub-process via the setting sequence based on the first option selected in the first setting item prior to the control-mode-finding sub-process. A second control mode is selected in the control-mode-finding sub-process via the setting sequence based on the first additional option selected in the first setting item prior to the control-mode-finding sub-process. The first control mode is different from the first option and the first additional option.

Abstract: A motor control apparatus includes a memory and a setting selector. The memory is configured to store setting items each relating to a motor, and the setting sequence to sequentially set the setting items. The setting selector is connected to the memory and configured to select a newly selected item from among the setting items based on the setting sequence, a user input, and a currently selected item of the setting items.

Abstract: A power conversion system includes a power conversion apparatus and a programming support apparatus connected to the power conversion apparatus. The power conversion apparatus includes power conversion circuitry, program storage that stores a control program configured to control the power conversion circuitry, and a control unit that controls the power conversion circuitry according to a control program. The programming support apparatus includes a display data generation unit that generates display data of a block diagram illustrating a content of the control program using a plurality of functional blocks, and a link indicating input and output of information between the functional blocks based on the control program stored in the program storage.

Abstract: A motor control apparatus includes a memory and a setting selector. The memory is configured to store setting items each relating to a motor, and the setting sequence to sequentially set the setting items. The setting selector is connected to the memory and configured to select a newly selected item from among the setting items based on the setting sequence, a user input, and a currently selected item of the setting items.

Abstract: A storage unit having sidewalls and a lid hinged to a sidewall. A support device has one end mounted to the lid and one end received in a track recessed in a sidewall and operable to follow in a travel path defined by the track when the lid is raised and lowered. The track having a rest surface on which the end of the support device in the track can rest to support the lid in the open position. The storage unit can include a latch assembly associated with a sidewall and the lid to selectively secure the lid in a closed position.

Abstract: An improved reel assembly comprised of two identically molded semi-circular core halves having a pair of reel flanges on each end thereof that requires no fasteners. The core halves and reel flanges are constructed and arranged to connect without the need for fasteners to form an improved reel assembly for receipt of a flexible hose. The halves include a plurality of radially extending cross-braces having a conical cross-section. On opposite ends of each half is included a pair of radially extending tubular members having a hollow body and conical cross-section. Each half has opposite reciprocating cross-braces that interlock, as well as opposite reciprocating tubular members that insert within each other to create a strong connection between the halves. The improved reel assembly creates a stronger reel core structure that resists crushing of the reel and separation between the reel halves from a pressurized hose wound thereon.

Abstract: A storage unit having sidewalls and a lid hinged to a sidewall. A support device has one end mounted to the lid and one end received in a track recessed in a sidewall and operable to follow in a travel path defined by the track when the lid is raised and lowered. The track having a rest surface on which the end of the support device in the track can rest to support the lid in the open position. The storage unit can include a latch assembly associated with a sidewall and the lid to selectively secure the lid in a closed position.