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Verogen Inc. has submitted a patent application for a new method of DNA-based kinship analysis. The method involves amplifying a nucleic acid sample using specific primers that target thousands of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), generating a DNA profile, and calculating the degree of relationship to reference DNA profiles. This method is designed for forensic purposes and can be used with low-quality and low-quantity DNA samples. The patent application also includes information on constructing a nucleic acid library and the use of enzyme inhibitors. The methods described in the patent application can be used with various types of nucleic acid samples and include different types of SNPs. [Extracted from the article]

Bajaj, Varsha A GARLAND OF HENNA Nancy Paulsen Books (Children's None) $18.99 6, 11 ISBN: 9780593325117 A young South Asian girl is enthralled by her mother's henna designs. Nikita watches [...]

Dodes, Rachel THE MEMO Harper Perennial/HarperCollins (Fiction None) $17.99 6, 18 ISBN: 9780063319356 What if 'the memo' wasn't a metaphor, and you really didn't get it? At 35, Jenny Green [...]

Denmead, Sally A SONG FOR AUGUST Levine Querido (Children's None) $18.99 8, 6 ISBN: 9781646144396 A playwright draws inspiration from his community and his history. August Wilson (1945-2005) was born [...]

Fox, Margalit THE TALENTED MRS. MANDELBAUM Random House (NonFiction None) $32.00 7, 2 ISBN: 9780593243855 A biography of 'the nucleus and center of the whole organization of crime' in late-19th-century [...]

Wells, Allen R. DANTÉ PLAYS HIS BLUES Harper/HarperCollins (Children's None) $19.99 7, 9 ISBN: 9780063216259 Danté and his mother are forced to leave their home and stay with Uncle Ron [...]

Lillard, Amy A MURDER FOR THE SAGES Kensington (Fiction None) $8.99 6, 25 ISBN: 9781496733498 A suspicious death sets a town buzzing. Was it accident or murder? Sissy Yoder's been [...]

Bergstein, Rachelle THE GENIUS OF JUDY One Signal/Atria (NonFiction None) $28.99 7, 16 ISBN: 9781668010907 A literary biography of Judy Blume argues for her lasting impact. 'What's the secret ingredient [...]

Wahl, Grant WORLD CLASS Ballantine (NonFiction None) $30.00 6, 4 ISBN: 9780593726761 An assemblage of journalism by the late sportswriter. Just 49 at the time of his death in December [...]

Liao Yiwu INVISIBLE WARFARE Polity (NonFiction None) $14.95 6, 26 ISBN: 9781509562947 A Chinese dissident writer in exile remains hopeful that writing the truth, in spite of official oppression, can [...]

Like many public health agencies across the US, the King County Medical Examiner’s Office tracks drug overdose deaths to target interventions for populations at risk and save lives. In past [...]

A recent study conducted by researchers at St. Joseph's College of Engineering in Chennai, India, has proposed a modified clustering technique called Narrow Fuzzy C-Means Clustering, which is combined with U-Net Convolution to enhance the segmentation of brain tumors. The proposed algorithm achieved an accuracy of 96.5% and a Dice Similarity Coefficient of 0.94, indicating precise segmentation with a low false positive rate. This research contributes to the ongoing efforts to better understand and treat brain cancer. For more information, readers can refer to the article "Unveiling the Secrets of Brain Tumors: a Fuzzy C-means and U-net Convolution Approach for Enhanced Segmentation" in the International Journal of Computers Communications & Control. [Extracted from the article]

Immunic, Inc. has announced the publication of data from its phase 2 EMPhASIS trial of vidofludimus calcium in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation. The trial showed that vidofludimus calcium suppressed MRI disease activity and reduced the development of new lesions in RRMS patients. The drug also demonstrated neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects. The study found that vidofludimus calcium was well-tolerated and had a safety profile similar to the placebo group. The company is currently enrolling patients in phase 3 trials and expects to report results in late 2024 and the second quarter of 2026. [Extracted from the article]

******************** Wichita, Kan. (May 13, 2024) - Together with trainer Paul Dufresne, Lubrication Engineers is offering a virtual MLT I class June 18-20, with optional online certification exam June 21. [...]

Reports Q1 revenue C$479.4M vs. C$451M last year. 'We delivered strong financial results in the first quarter of 2024, highlighted by increased sales volume and Adjusted EBITDA of $67.1 million,' [...]

AIRLINE INDUSTRY INFORMATION-(C)1997-2024 M2 COMMUNICATIONS US-based manufacturer Albany International Corp's (NYSE: AIN) board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of USD 0.26 per share on the company's class A [...]

The patent application by Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. discusses the use of intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) in the treatment of cancer and noncancerous tumors. The application focuses on the development of a phantom, a device used to measure the accuracy of IMRT treatment plans, and describes its design and features. The methods described involve determining a density to dose calibration for the radiochromic film, determining a gamma index for quality assurance of a radiation therapy plan, and displaying radial distances to isodose curves in polar coordinates. This technology has potential applications in the field of medical physics and radiation therapy. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a system that aims to improve the quality and uniformity of decentralized pharmaceutical manufacturing. The system integrates various machines and instruments into a computer network, allowing for easy data collection and documentation. It also utilizes augmented reality headsets to assist operators in performing laboratory procedures and preparing documentation. The system has the potential to reduce manufacturing time and increase revenue, particularly in time-sensitive processes like radiopharmaceutical preparation. The patent application describes a computer apparatus that connects with an operator's portable device, such as an augmented reality headset, to analyze the manufacturing process and provide feedback to the operator, with the goal of improving quality control and decision-making. [Extracted from the article]

RBC Capital raised the firm's price target on Sylvamo to $63 from $56 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The firm sees meaningful tailwinds for Sylvamo as [...]

A patent has been issued for a secure power supply for an industrial control system. The power supply includes a battery module with a battery cell and a battery monitor. It also has a self-hosted server that can receive diagnostic information from the battery monitor and provide network access to the information. The power supply is designed to be used in various industries, including oil and gas, chemical, food, pharmaceuticals, and robotics. The patent was filed by Analog Devices Inc. and published online on April 16, 2024. [Extracted from the article]

Pearls, it is said, represent purity. They may soon stand for something else: business dynamism. In Greenville, South Carolina, two locals have created earrings that look like jewels, but contain [...]

Avava Inc. has been issued a patent for a feedback detection system for a treatment device. The patent focuses on the treatment of melasma, a common skin condition characterized by dark patches on the face. The inventors highlight the challenges of treating dermal melasma and the need for more effective and safe treatment options. The patent describes a method that involves converging electromagnetic radiation to a focal region in the skin, detecting the width of the radiation, determining a reference position, and translating the focal region to a treatment position. The inventors claim that this method can effectively target pigmented cells in the dermis while avoiding damage to healthy tissue. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Exploration and Development Research Institute in Energy Research provides new insights into the characteristics and movability of shale oil reservoirs. The study focuses on the Jurassic shale oil reservoir core in the middle-eastern Sichuan region of China and uses low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) technology to analyze the basic characteristics of shale oil core samples. The results show that thermal treatment significantly reduces the distribution range of the core oil occurrence area and the T1 and T2 distribution ranges. The study concludes that considering the scale effect between different samples is crucial for accurately calculating movability and that this research could provide a theoretical basis for future shale oil development programs. [Extracted from the article]

LZRD Tech Inc. has been issued a patent for an appendage garment with enhanced traction. The garment is designed to be worn as a compression sleeve in sports like rugby and American football, as well as for carrying objects during physical labor. It features an object contact surface on the inner forearm that provides increased friction for gripping objects, while the outer surface can be smooth to deflect impacts or padded for protection. The garment also includes readable symbols or images woven into the fabric and is made from a fiber-based textile material with different coefficients of friction on different surfaces. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued for a method of manufacturing a glass filter for smoking smokable substances. The filter is designed to reduce the amount of tobacco residue inhaled and provide a more pleasurable smoking experience. The process involves creating indentations in a tube to form chambers for the smokable substance and the smoke, as well as a path for the smoke to flow between the chambers. The filter can be used with hand-rolled cigarettes and is reusable. The patent was filed by inventors Kim, Kyung and Ou, Suk Hwan, and assigned to R.Y.L. Inc. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued to R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company for a multi-segment filter element that includes a smoke-altering flavorant. The invention aims to efficiently remove certain gas phase components from mainstream cigarette smoke while still maintaining desirable sensory characteristics. The filter element consists of a first section of filter material with channels for the passage of smoke, a smoke-altering material, and a second section of filter material. The patent provides detailed descriptions of the materials and configurations used in the filter element. [Extracted from the article]

Japan Tobacco Inc. has been issued a patent for a smoking system that includes a consumable containing a smokable substance and a device that heats and atomizes the substance. The device has a chamber that receives the consumable and a heating unit that heats it. The consumable has two portions with different hardness levels, and when positioned in the chamber, both portions are pressed against a holding unit. The patent provides detailed claims and methods for holding the consumable. This information may be useful for library patrons researching smoking systems and related technologies. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application has been submitted for a "Referral Management System" by inventors Jeffrey, Beau; Rechlinger, Aaron; and Sammon, Brian. The system aims to streamline the intake process for organizations that receive referrals, such as social services, healthcare services, and educational institutions. The current processes are labor-intensive and rely heavily on human input, leading to inefficiencies and potential errors. The proposed system would use a lockstep and reviewable process to determine which referrals meet the organization's criteria and should be accepted. It would also provide visual representations of the referral's progress and allow for tracking and analysis of the intake process. [Extracted from the article]

A patent has been issued to Cerner Innovation Inc. for a technology that applies Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQM), Pay-for-Performance (P4P) measures, Meaningful Use (MU), or similar measures in a fantasy league exchange for health services. The technology utilizes statistical regression and parallelized methods to establish performance rankings of healthcare providers. These rankings can be used in a fantasy health exchange system for making decisions regarding draft picks, roster submission, or bets. The technology aims to improve the quality, access, and cost-effectiveness of health services. [Extracted from the article]

A patent application titled "Canopy Device And Child Carrier Having The Same" has been published online by the US Patent and Trademark Office. The patent application, filed by inventor Jennifer E. Sheldrick, aims to address the need for a child carrier canopy that can quickly and easily store a net or other coverings. The canopy device includes a shielding portion, an accommodating portion with an opening, and another shielding portion that can be received in the accommodating portion. The invention aims to provide a simple and aesthetically pleasing solution to the storage of coverings in child carriers. The assignee for this patent application is Wonderland Switzerland AG. [Extracted from the article]

In 2019 Ecuador was a peaceful tourist destination. The homicide rate was under seven per 100,000, roughly the same as in the United States. By 2023 it was almost 45 [...]

INTERNET BUSINESS NEWS-(C)1995-2024 M2 COMMUNICATIONS US-based broadband provider WideOpenWest, Inc. (NYSE: WOW) has posted its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024, the company said. [...]

When the bizarre creature first appeared in Florence, in 1487 at the court of the Medici, it caused a sensation. Bending down its long, long neck, it took food from [...]

Reports Q1 revenue $500.2M vs. $549.0M last year. Chief Executive Officer Julie Schertell commented, 'As expected, we saw meaningful sequential improvement in volume in Q1. And while EBITDA was slightly [...]

Deutsche Bank initiated coverage of Smurfit Kappa with a Buy rating and 4,200 GBp price target. Volume growth has continued into Q1 and European paper prices are recovering, the analyst [...]