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Si Regulator™: Credential Proxy On An Independent Safety Plane, So That Ai Agents Act On Logins And Keys They Never Hold, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method by which an AI agent can act on a person's or organization's accounts without ever holding the passwords, keys, tokens or session cookies that give access to them. Credentials are kept in a credential proxy on an independent safety plane, with its own processor, firmware, storage and power, which the agent, its model and the host operating system cannot read. When the agent needs to act on an account, it submits a structured action record to the governance point. If the action is admitted, the governance point issues a single-use authorization bound to the hash …

Si Regulator™: Authority Lease For Always-On Ai Agents, With Signed, Expiring Mandates That Every Unprompted Action Must Cite, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method of governing AI agents that act continuously and without being prompted, such as agents running on a personal AI device or an organization's servers. An agent may take an unprompted action only under a mandate: a signed, machine-readable grant of authority from its owner that states what kinds of action are allowed, with which counterparties, within what budget, during what hours, and until when. Every unprompted action must cite the mandate it relies on, and the governance point that admits actions refuses any that cite no valid mandate or exceed one. Mandates are leased, not …

Si Data Bank™: Defending Data Custody Against Ai-Driven Attacks With Certified Agent Admission, Machine-Paced Attack Detection And Canary Tracing Of Stolen Data, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a defense for data custody systems, and for other services, against attacks carried out by autonomous AI agents. Four measures work together. First, certified agent admission: the service may require every automated client to present a certified identity for the AI system and a portable credential showing its conformance, and to act under a runtime governor whose current level and policy are attested; anonymous automation can then be refused outright, and every admitted agent's requests are recorded against its identity. Second, machine-paced attack detection: an independent safety plane, on its own power, processor and channel, watches for …

Si Data Bank™: Ransomware-Resilient Data Custody With A Pull-Only, Time-Locked Restore Vault, Independent Detection, Clean-Room Recovery And Encrypted Peer Restore, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a custody system for data and AI models designed so that a ransomware attack can stop a node but cannot destroy what it holds or delay its recovery indefinitely. Six measures work together. First, the restore vault pulls copies from the primary system; the primary has no path to write to, alter or delete anything in it, and retention periods are time-locked in the vault's own firmware so that no one, including administrators, can shorten them. Second, an independent safety plane, on its own power, processor and channel, watches for the signs of encryption by ransomware, such …

Si Data Bank™: Output Contracts Enforced At A Hardware Egress Gateway, So That Raw Data Cannot Leave Data Custody Even Through A Compromised Job, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method of preventing raw data from leaving a custody system for data and AI models, even if the job running against the data, the operating system or the operator's software is compromised. Every kind of output that may leave custody, such as a model weight update, an aggregate statistic, an evaluation score or a trained model, is described by a signed output contract that states its exact format, its maximum size, its maximum rate, the privacy budget it consumes from each deposit used, and its permitted recipients. Deposit terms name which contracts they allow. All outputs …

Si Data Bank™: Data Residency Enforced By Releasing Deposit Keys Only To Nodes That Attest A Certified Site In A Permitted Region, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method of enforcing data residency by cryptography rather than by policy alone. Each deposit in a federated custody network carries machine-readable terms that list the regions in which it may be stored and processed. Each custody node is bound to a certified site: its installation is inspected, its hardware identity is recorded against the site's location in a public registry, and the binding is renewed by periodic attestation. Tamper and motion sensors on the node sign their readings; if the node is opened, moved or loses power beyond a declared period, its site binding is suspended …

Si Data Bank™: Cryptographic Lineage Of Ai Models Through A Birth Certificate Signed By The Attested Enclave That Trained Them And Carried In The Model's Portable Credential, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method by which anyone can verify which data an AI model learned from, without trusting the operator that trained it. Training and fine-tuning jobs run inside hardware-isolated, attestable enclaves in a governed custody system. At the end of each job, the enclave itself signs a record that binds together the measurement of the code it ran, the capability under which the job was admitted, the identifiers of the deposits it used, the identifier of the parent model, if any, and the hash of the model it produced. This record is the model's birth certificate. It is …

Si Data Bank™: Depositor-Held Key Shares And Provable Deletion By Key Destruction Across Every Copy In A Federated Data Custody Network, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a method of key management for a federated custody network that holds data and AI models on behalf of depositors. Every deposit is encrypted under its own deposit key, and every copy of it, on any node, replica, backup or write-once restore vault, is encrypted under that same key. The deposit key is split into shares held by three parties: the depositor, the key vault of the custody node, and an independent key custodian. Any two shares can reconstruct the key, so the operator alone can never read a deposit. In daily operation the depositor's share is …

Si Data Bank™: A Data Custody Node Divided Into Control, Data And Safety Planes, With A Safety Plane On Its Own Power And Channel That Halts, Gates And Restores, Edward D. H. Wang

Defensive Publications Series

This disclosure describes a custody node for data and AI models that is divided into three planes, separated by hardware or firmware rather than by software convention. A control plane decides and records: it evaluates every request against the terms of the deposits concerned, issues and revokes capabilities, and keeps a tamper-evident ledger and a lineage registry, but never touches raw data. A data plane holds and computes: encrypted storage, a key vault and hardware-isolated job enclaves, acting only on capabilities issued by the control plane and unable to grant itself access. A safety plane halts, gates and restores: a …

Multi-Surface Height Model For Stage Tracking And Automated Or Remote-Controlled Follow Spot Systems: Correct Target Height On Platforms, Ramps, Stairs And Moving Scenery, Paul Hermann, Michel Honold

Defensive Publications Series

A multi-surface height model lets stage tracking and automated or remote-controlled follow spot systems place targets at the correct height on platforms, risers, ramps, stairs and moving scenery, instead of on a single flat floor plane. For a camera-based tracking system that provides position data, for example to a followspot system, the stage is described in stage coordinates by several surfaces (flat platforms, inclined ramps, stairs, height grids and imported meshes), each with a footprint, an elevation function and an identity. Image points such as mouse clicks and detection or zone foot points are corrected for lens distortion, cast as …

The Curiosity Engine - A New Approach To Learning That Utilizes A Reverse Gaming Fps Model, Peter Stevenson

Defensive Publications Series

This model rewards learning by encouraging incorrect answers in a way that equally creates greater understanding of the natural boundaries of a system. The win-win is a model that offers greater brain plasticity, forward thinking and encouragement while being self perpetuating

Glycitin Primes Retinal Pigment Epithelium Resilience To High-Glucose Injury Via The Pi3k/Akt Pathway, Shwu-Jiuan Sheu, Yi-Hsiung Lin, Ching-Yu Lin, Chen-Xi He, Chia-Yang Li, Shun-Yuan Tu, Yi-Ching Tsai, Kai-Chun Cheng, Chien-Chih Chiu, Chun-Lin Chen

Journal of Food and Drug Analysis

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of vision loss, which is driven in part by oxidative stress-induced dysfunction of ocular tissues. We previously showed that high glucose conditions trigger senescence pathways and damage the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). Here, we identify glycitin, a natural isoflavone, as a candidate cytoprotectant and define its mechanism of action in high glucose-exposed ARPE-19 cells. Using RNA-seq followed by Ingenuity Pathway Analysis, we mapped glycitin-responsive programs and validated key nodes experimentally. Glycitin partially restored cell proliferation, suppressed oxidative stress, and reversed high glucose-induced premature senescence, primarily through modulation of the PI3K/AKT pathway. These findings …

Pb(Ii) Uptake By Alginate Beads Containing Saccharomyces Cerevisiae, Activated Nanocarbon, And Their Combination: Single-Replicate Screen, Alaa Asad Bahat, Samar S. Hussein, Wafaa K. Mahmood

Engineering and Technology Journal

Calcium alginate beads loaded with heat-inactivated Saccharomyces cerevisiae or activated nanocarbon (multi-walled carbon nanotubes) were compared for Pb(II) removal. The objective was to test whether these two sorbents, which bind metals by different routes, give different uptake when prepared and tested in the same way. The novelty lies in this side-by-side comparison within one matrix, evaluated against propagated analytical uncertainty and a mass balance of the bead solids. Beads were made at two sorbent loadings (0.6 and 0.8 g per 4.0 g of alginate), and 1.0 g of wet beads was contacted with 500 mL of Pb(II) solution at 58–496 …

Engaging The Nurse’S Voice: Committee Alignment In The Unit Practice Council, Kris Noel

EBP Fellowship

Practice Problem: In this multi-site hospital system, unit committees were meeting outside of the Unit Practice Council (UPC) but were not consistently returning to the council to share information, request input, or seek decisions. This created a disconnect between committee work and nursing priorities. To address this problem, an evidence-based practice project was initiated using the PICO(T) question: Does the practice of having all unit committees report to their Unit Practice Council (UPC) to share information and for decision-making improve nurse engagement compared to the current practice of multiple committees meeting outside of their UPC within a three-month pilot period? …

Matter Of 186 Norfolk Llc V. New York State Division Of Housing And Community Renewal

All Decisions

The Appellate Division affirmed dismissal of two Article 78 proceedings in which the landlord challenged DHCR's denial of first-rent authorization under Operational Bulletin 95-2. Under the first method, adding 20 square feet from a common-area hallway to a bathroom did not "significantly change the perimeter and dimensions" of the apartment because the standard requires reconfiguration that obliterates the prior apartment's identity — which a minimal square-footage addition cannot accomplish. Under the second method, installing a washing machine in former hallway space did not create a housing accommodation in previously nonresidential space.

Safe But Never Alone: Growing Up In The Surveillance Era, Erin Olson

Faculty Work Comprehensive List

"But when does our desire to keep people safe begin to undermine their freedom to develop independence?"

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Safe but Never Alone: Growing Up in the Surveillance Era

On Graphs With Chromatic Number And Maximum Degree Both Equal To Nine, Rachel Galindo, Jessica Mcdonald

Theory & Applications of Graphs

An equivalent version of the Borodin-Kostochka Conjecture, due to Cranston and Rabern, says that any graph with $\chi = \Delta = 9$ contains $K_3 \lor E_6$ as a subgraph. Here we prove several results in support of this conjecture, where vertex-criticality and forbidden substructure conditions get us either close or all the way to containing $K_3 \lor E_6$.

Considering Participatory Illustration Forlgbtq+ Inclusion In Climate Discussions: Transformative Learning Theory And Identity: Imagining Sustainable Developments, Discussing Education Futures, Devon Tipping

School of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences

Historically climate discussions have been influenced by dominant discourses that frequently overlook intersectional perspectives. To address this, this article explores how participatory illustration, as a process for listening, reflecting, and co-creating meaning, can enable individuals to consider alternative perspectives on climate discussions in inclusive and transformative ways. As a form of artistic research, illustration moves beyond visual representation to prioritise community-driven strategies for fostering climate solutions and amplifying marginalised voices. This research, formed of five participatory illustration-led workshops with LGBTQ+ individuals in the South-west of England, sought to explore how participatory illustration can foster inclusive climate discussions. Drawing upon transformative …

Final 2023 Reclamation Improvement Sites Sampling: Bres No. 31 – Waste Dump #5 Site Evaluation Summary Report, Pioneer Technical Services, Inc.

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Usa V. James Bost

2026 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Sherry Scalercio-Isenberg V. Transunion Llc

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Edward Williams V. Attorney General United States Of America

2026 Decisions

USDC for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

In Re: Abram Degardeyn

2026 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

Creative Conversations: The Un-Meeting As An Approach To Agricultural Extension Communication, Jessica R. Spence, Eric K. Kaufman, Megan M. Seibel, Jean A. Parrella, Crystal Tyler-Mackey, Benjamin B. Grove, Bolane Adebayo, Olamide Olowoyo, Sonika Poudel, Stephanie Zhu, Michael Gutter

Journal of Extension

The agricultural industry increasingly faces complex challenges that require diverse stakeholder input, and traditional meeting approaches often limit engagement and perpetuate top-down dynamics that can inhibit effective problem-solving. This article explores the ``un-meeting'' format as an alternative, highlighting its ability to foster inclusive, participant-driven discussions that encourage collaborative brainstorming and actionable outcomes. Based on our experience with a statewide agriculture summit, we discuss the principles underlying un-meetings, the facilitation process, and the practical implications for Extension professionals. Recommendations include the importance of knowledgeable facilitators, a large team for effective management, and limiting session cycles to maintain focus and depth in …

Building Resilience: The Role Of Extension In Enhancing Mental Health And Well-Being Through Preventive Approaches, Lakshmi Mahadevan

Journal of Extension

In 2023, 58.7 million U.S. adults experienced a mental illness, yet nearly half did not receive treatment (SAMHSA, 2023). Building Resilience is a single-session, evidence-informed program delivered through Cooperative Extension to address mental well-being using practical, nonclinical strategies. Grounded in Antonovsky's (1979) Sense of Coherence framework, the program centers on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress management within each participant's lived experience. Evaluation data from 347 participants showed high satisfaction, with 88% planning to apply strategies and 77% anticipating improved well-being. A 2-hour facilitator training supports national scalability, positioning Extension as a key partner in resilience-based mental health promotion.

Application Of Hi-C Sequencing To Detect Oncogene Rearrangements For Diagnosis And Treatment Of Large B-Cell Lymphoma., Zijun Y. Xu-Monette, Chang Wang, Dehong Wu, Alexandar Tzankov, Michael B. Møller, Carlo Visco, Eric D. Hsi, Xiaoxian Zhao, Beibei Lv, Bangchen Wang, Xin Cao, Shuna Yao, April Chiu, Karen Dybkaer, Govind Bhagat, Youli Zu, Santiago Montes-Moreno, Zenggang Pan, Leon Bernal-Mizrachi, J Han Van Krieken, William Choi, Wayne Tam, Weina Chen, Maurilio Ponzoni, Andrés J M Ferreri, Benjamin M. Parsons, Farzaneh Khajouei, Kristin Sikkink, Yong Li, Alex R. Hastie, Anthony D. Schmitt, Ken H. Young

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), the most common type of lymphoma, arises from various pathogenic mechanisms, including gene translocations and fusions. Detection of gene rearrangements using fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) is a standard practice for DLBCL diagnosis and guides treatment decisions. High-throughput chromosome conformation capture (Hi-C) DNA sequencing is a next-generation sequencing-based technology to identify genome-wide rearrangements using a single assay. In this study, Hi-C sequencing was performed using formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues from 159 patients with DLBCL, identifying 746 cancer genes at or proximal to the rearrangement breakpoints, with a total of 1903 occurrences. Focusing on clinically important rearrangements, …

How Water Banking Can Help Refill The Great Salt Lake, Avery Truman, Kendall Becker, Matthew Behrens, Sarah Null, Matt Yost, Scott Hotaling

All Current Publications

Concern about low water levels in the Great Salt Lake has contributed to the development of water markets in Utah. Water markets enable the voluntary transfer of water or water rights from right holders to other people or entities in exchange for compensation. In general, these transfers are more likely to occur if a water rights holder can make more money by selling their water (or water rights) to another user rather than using it themselves. Willingness to engage in water transfers also depends on the ease of transactions, confidence in the water market, and confidence in the ability to …

Spartan Daily, October 13, 2026, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2026

Volume 167, Issue 22

Program Review Report 10-13-26, Angela Brock

Program Review Committee

No abstract provided.

A Systematic Review Of Cipp Model Implementation In Educational Program Evaluation: A Comparative Study Of Türkiye And Indonesia, Zahid Zufar At Thaariq, Memet Karakuş, Fatma Altun

Higher Learning Research Communications

Objectives: This study compares CIPP (context, input, process, product) evaluation model implementation in educational programs across Türkiye (Turkey) and Indonesia through a systematic literature review. Despite structural similarities as Muslim-majority countries, no comparative research has examined how national contexts shape CIPP application in both settings.

Methods: Following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, a Scopus search yielded 25 empirical studies (seven from Türkiye and 18 from Indonesia) analyzed using directed content analysis and comparative methods.

Results: Findings reveal two contrasting national patterns: (1) Türkiye’s “systematic formalism,” characterized by structured processes, standardized methodologies, and European Union policy …