Abstract:
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to techniques for neuromodulation delivery. Based on image data acquired from the subject, control parameters controlling energy application of neuromodulating energy may be dynamically changed during the course of the delivery to maintain desired characteristics of the neuromodulating energy. For example, the beam of the neuromodulating energy may be dynamically adjusted to account for movement of an organ during breathing. In another embodiment, a desired region of interest is identified within the subject based on a trained neural network and the acquired image data.
Abstract:
The subject matter of the present disclosure generally relates to techniques for neuromodulation of a tissue that include applying energy (e.g., ultrasound energy) into the tissue to cause altered activity at a synapse between a neuron and a non-neuronal cell. In one embodiment, the energy is applied to cause persistent effects as a result of repeated application of energy within a predefined treatment window.
Abstract:
The subject matter of the present disclosure generally relates to techniques for neuromodulation of a tissue (e.g., an organ) that include applying energy (e.g., ultrasound energy) into the tissue to cause altered activity at a synapse between a neuron and a non-neuronal cell. In one embodiment, the energy is applied to cause competing or opposing effects for bi-directional control of physiological processes.
Abstract:
Provided herein are methods for the collection and amplification of circulating nucleic acids from a non-celluar fraction of a biological sample. Circulating nucleic acids are extracted from the non-cellular fraction and are circularized to generate single-stranded nucleic acid circles, which are then subsequently amplified by rolling circular amplification using random primers to produce an amplified library. Devices for the collection of a non-cellular fraction from a bilogical sample are also provided. The device includes a filtration membrane and a dry solid matrix, which is in direct contact with the filtration membrane.
Abstract:
A method of isolating nucleic acids from a biological material, comprises applying the biological material on a substrate comprising one or more cell lysis reagents impregnated therein; applying a fluid to the biological material applied on the substrate; extracting the nucleic acids from the biological material applied on the substrate; and collecting the extracted nucleic acids in a substantially intact form, wherein the collected nucleic acid has a molecular weight greater than or equal to 20 kb.
Abstract:
A device, a system, a cartridge and a method for isolating biomolecules from biological materials are provided. The device comprises a substrate; a reagent storage location; and a self-rupturing component comprising a fluid and a pressure source embedded therein, wherein the substrate, the reagent storage location and the self-rupturing component are operationally coupled to each other. A system is provided, wherein the system comprises an extraction matrix, an enclosed matrix housing comprising a biological sample inlet, one or more biomolecule extraction reagents to extract biomolecules and at least one pressure source embedded therein, a fluidic extraction circuit; and a controller for activating the embedded pressure source. A method of isolating nucleic acids from biological materials is also provided.
Abstract:
The subject matter of the present disclosure generally relates to techniques for isolating bacterial cells from a biological sample comprising red blood cells. Using an aggregating agent and an anticoagulant during sedimentation permits separation of bacterial pathogens in the sample from red blood cells. The separated sedimentation layer, which is enriched in any bacterial pathogens, can be centrifuged and resuspended to concentrate the bacteria for additional analysis, such as bacterial identification and/or antibiotic susceptibility tests.
Abstract:
Combined neuromodulation techniques are disclosed to treat metabolic disorders. The combined neuromodulation techniques may include dual-site neuromodulation or single-site neuromodulation. In embodiments, the neuromodulation may be administered as a combined therapy with a pharmaceutical treatment. In one embodiment, the techniques may include applying ultrasound energy to a region of interest of a subject having a metabolic disorder to cause an autonomic signaling response in the subject.
Abstract:
The subject matter of the present disclosure generally relates to techniques for neuromodulation of a tissue that include applying energy (e.g., ultrasound energy) into the tissue at multiple regions of interest, concurrently or consecutively. The neuromodulation may result in tissue displacement, which may be observed through changes in one or more molecules of interest.
Abstract:
A device and a system for eluting biomolecules from biological sample by electroelution are provided. The device for electroelution of biomolecules from a biological sample is constituted with a housing configured to receive an electrolyte and the biological sample, at least two electrodes comprising conductive redox polymers operationally coupled to the housing, and a biomolecule impermeable layer disposed on at least one of the electrodes. The biomolecule impermeable layer disposed on at least one of the electrodes to prevent the biomolecules from reaching the electrode. A system is provided, wherein the system comprises a sample collection port, one or more reservoirs comprising a buffer, a solvent, a reagent or combinations thereof, an device for electroelution, and a controller.