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Download as PDF 9952 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 39 / Tuesday, March 1, 2005 / Notices parent of Sundance State Bank, all located in Sundance, Wyoming. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, February 23, 2005. Robert deV. Frierson, Deputy Secretary of the Board. [FR Doc. 05–3842 Filed 2–28–05; 8:45 am] Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, February 23, 2005. Robert deV. Frierson, Deputy Secretary of the Board. [FR Doc.05–3843 Filed 2–28–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6210–01–S DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Notice of Proposals to Engage in Permissible Nonbanking Activities or to Acquire Companies that are Engaged in Permissible Nonbanking Activities The companies listed in this notice have given notice under section 4 of the Bank Holding Company Act (12 U.S.C. 1843) (BHC Act) and Regulation Y (12 CFR Part 225) to engage de novo, or to acquire or control voting securities or assets of a company, including the companies listed below, that engages either directly or through a subsidiary or other company, in a nonbanking activity that is listed in § 225.28 of Regulation Y (12 CFR 225.28) or that the Board has determined by Order to be closely related to banking and permissible for bank holding companies. Unless otherwise noted, these activities will be conducted throughout the United States. Each notice is available for inspection at the Federal Reserve Bank indicated. 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The Colonial BancGroup, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama; to acquire 100 percent of the voting shares of FFLC Bancorp, Inc., and thereby indirectly acquire First Federal Savings Bank of Lake County, both of Leesburg, Florida, and engage in operating a savings association pursuant to section 225.28(b)(4)(ii) of Regulation Y. VerDate jul<14>2003 14:21 Feb 28, 2005 Jkt 205001 Larry Alan Lee et al. U.S. Patent Application No. 10/815,111 filed March 31, 2004 CDC Reference No. I–017–03/0— Research Tool BILLING CODE 6210–01–S FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM Method, Apparatus and System for Assessing Conditions (Local Positioning System) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Government-Owned Inventions; Availability for Licensing National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Technology Transfer Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Health and Human Services. AGENCY: ACTION: Notice. SUMMARY: The inventions listed below are owned by an agency of the United States Government and are available for licensing in the United States (U.S.) in accordance with 35 U.S.C. 207, to achieve expeditious commercialization of results of federally funded research and development U.S. and foreign patent applications have been filed or are expected to be filed in the near future, to extend market coverage for companies, and may also be available for Licensing. Licensing information may be obtained by contacting Suzanne Seavello Shope, J.D., Technology Licensing and Marketing Scientist, Technology Transfer Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Mailstop K–79, 4770 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA 30341, telephone (770) 488–8613; facsimile (770) 488–8615; email sshope@cdc.gov. Information related to the technologies listed below, may be obtained by contacting Kathleen Goedel, Technology Development Coordinator, Office of Research and Technology Transfer, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4676 Columbia Parkway, MS C–03, Cincinnati, OH 45226, telephone (513) 533–8686; facsimile (513) 533–8660; or e-mail kgoedel@cdc.gov. A signed Confidential Disclosure Agreement (available under Forms at https://www.cdc.gov/tto) will be required to receive copies of unpublished patent applications and other confidential information. ADDRESSES: PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Workers in many outdoor occupations move about frequently during a typical day of work. Certain workers, such as agricultural and construction workers are particularly mobile. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) designed and developed a prototype exposure monitoring system which combines geographical location with up to four real-time sensors and outputs the information to a user-friendly interface. By linking worker location throughout the workday to exposure levels from real-time monitors, Local Positioning System (LPS) units with software processing of data identify and document where to focus exposure analysis and control efforts. Postprocessing of LPS data enables researchers, regulatory inspectors, and industry safety and health personnel to map exposure intensity and location, reveal hot spots to identify sources, and provide exposure intensity distributions. Method and Apparatus for Cough Sound Analysis William Travis Goldsmith et al. U.S. Patent No. 6,436,057, Canadian Patent Application No. 2,269,992 filed April 23, 1999 CDC Reference No. I–020–99/0— Research Tool A fast, simple, and reliable method and apparatus for recording cough sounds for diagnosing pulmonary disorders and diseases. This method uses signal analysis techniques to extract quantitative information from recorded cough sound pressure waves. The generated data can be used to diagnose pulmonary disorders and diseases as well as track the effectiveness of treatment regimes over time. The method can also be used to quickly and reliably screen individuals at risk of pulmonary disorders and diseases. A system according to one embodiment includes a mouthpiece connected to the proximal end of a tube. The distal end of the tube is connected to a flexible tube. A microphone is attached to the tube between the distal and proximal ends thereof for recording sound pressure waves. A calculated E:\FR\FM\01MRN1.SGM 01MRN1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 39 / Tuesday, March 1, 2005 / Notices cough sound index (CSI) can be used in diagnostic applications. Auscultatory Training System Walter McKinney, et al. U.S. Patent Application No. 10/135,964 filed April 29, 2002, Canadian Application No. 2,382,786 filed April 22, 2002 CDC Reference No. I–037–00/0— Research Tool This auscultatory training apparatus includes a database of prerecorded physiological sounds (e.g., lung, bowel, or heart sounds) stored on a computer for playback. A user friendly, graphical interface software program is stored on the computer for use with a conventional computer mouse. The program allows a user to select prerecorded sounds for playback. In addition, the program is operable to generate an inverse model of the playback system in the form of a digital filter. The inverse model processes the selected sound to cancel the distortions of the playback system so that the sound is accurately reproduced. The program also permits the extraction of a specific sound component from a prerecorded sound so that only the extracted sound component is audible during playback. As well as a teaching tool to instruct the user on various body sounds, this invention could have applications as a diagnostic screening tool and as a telemedicine tool. Imaging/Motorized Nail Press: Automated Instrumentation for the Assessment of Peripheral Vascular Function Anne M. Brumfield, et al. U.S. Patent Application No. 60/578,174 filed on June 8, 2004, Australia Patent Application No. 2004203059 filed on July 6, 2004, Canada Patent Application No. 2,474,841 CDC Reference No. I–028–02—Research Tool The nail press test has been used by clinicians to assess peripheral circulatory function. Following a ten second press of the fingernail, a visual determination of the rate of blood flow return is made, as evidenced by the return of color to the fingernail. Far from being standardized, the results of the test are qualitative and subjective. New instrumentation representing an automated version of the nail press has been built which utilizes a computercontrolled linear stepper motor to apply the desired force level. Blood volume and force measurements are acquired before, during and after the press. This VerDate jul<14>2003 14:21 Feb 28, 2005 Jkt 205001 non-invasive and painless test provides physiologically relevant data while standardizing the force application, press duration, and the criteria for determining the precise time of blood flow return. Dated: February 18, 2005. James D. Seligman, Associate Director for Program Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. 05–3891 Filed 2–28–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4163–18–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 9953 For Further Information Contact: Roger Rosa, Executive Secretary, BSC, NIOSH, CDC, 200 Independence Avenue, SW., Room 715H, Washington, DC 20201, telephone (202) 205– 7856, fax (202) 260–4464. The Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, has been delegated the authority to sign Federal Register notices pertaining to announcements of meetings and other committee management activities for both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Dated: February 25, 2005. Alvin Hall, Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. 05–3889 Filed 2–28–05; 8:45 am] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention BILLING CODE 4163–19–P The Board of Scientific Counselors, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES In accordance with section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92–463), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the following committee meeting: Name: Board of Scientific Counselors (BSC), NIOSH. Time and Date: 9 a.m.–3 p.m., March 23, 2005. Place: Washington Court Hotel on Capital Hill, 525 New Jersey Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20001, telephone (202) 628– 2100, fax (202) 879–7918. Status: Open to the public, limited only by the space available. The meeting room accommodates approximately 50 people. Purpose: The Secretary, the Assistant Secretary for Health, and by delegation the Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are authorized under Sections 301 and 308 of the Public Health Service Act to conduct directly or by grants or contracts, research, experiments, and demonstrations relating to occupational safety and health and to mine health. The Board of Scientific Counselors, NIOSH shall provide guidance to the Director, NIOSH on research and preventions programs. Specifically, the Board shall provide guidance on the Institute’s research activities related to developing and evaluating hypotheses, systematically documenting findings and disseminating results. The Board shall evaluate the degree to which the activities of the NIOSH: (1) Conform to appropriate scientific standards, (2) address current, relevant needs, and (3) produce intended results. Matters to be Discussed: Agenda items include a report from the Director of NIOSH; proposed revisions to the National Occupational Research Agenda; collaborations with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration; occupational safety and health surveillance; the health hazard evaluation program; and closing remarks. Agenda items are subject to change as priorities dictate. PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine; Notice of Closed Meetings Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. Appendix 2), notice is hereby given of the following meetings. The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. The grant applications and the discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets or commercial property such as patentable material, and personal information concerning individuals associated with the grant applications, the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. Name of Committee: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Special Emphasis Panel; RFA AIDS. Date: March 28, 2005. Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: Bethesda Marriott Suites, 6711 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20817. Contact Person: Jeanette M. Hosseini, Scientific Review Administrator, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 6707 Democracy Blvd, Suite 401, Bethesda, MD 20892, (301) 594–9096. Name of Committee: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Special Emphasis Panel, Improving Measurement Tools for Sternal Skin Conductance and Hot Flashes SEP. 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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


Government-Owned Inventions; Availability for Licensing

AGENCY: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 
Technology Transfer Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 
Department of Health and Human Services.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The inventions listed below are owned by an agency of the 
United States Government and are available for licensing in the United 
States (U.S.) in accordance with 35 U.S.C. 207, to achieve expeditious 
commercialization of results of federally funded research and 
development U.S. and foreign patent applications have been filed or are 
expected to be filed in the near future, to extend market coverage for 
companies, and may also be available for Licensing.

ADDRESSES: Licensing information may be obtained by contacting Suzanne 
Seavello Shope, J.D., Technology Licensing and Marketing Scientist, 
Technology Transfer Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 
(CDC), Mailstop K-79, 4770 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA 30341, telephone 
(770) 488-8613; facsimile (770) 488-8615; e-mail sshope@cdc.gov. 
Information related to the technologies listed below, may be obtained 
by contacting Kathleen Goedel, Technology Development Coordinator, 
Office of Research and Technology Transfer, National Institute for 
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Centers for Disease Control and 
Prevention (CDC), 4676 Columbia Parkway, MS C-03, Cincinnati, OH 45226, 
telephone (513) 533-8686; facsimile (513) 533-8660; or e-mail 
kgoedel@cdc.gov. A signed Confidential Disclosure Agreement (available 
under Forms at https://www.cdc.gov/tto) will be required to receive 
copies of unpublished patent applications and other confidential 
information.

Method, Apparatus and System for Assessing Conditions (Local 
Positioning System)

Larry Alan Lee et al.

U.S. Patent Application No. 10/815,111 filed March 31, 2004
CDC Reference No. I-017-03/0--Research Tool
    Workers in many outdoor occupations move about frequently during a 
typical day of work. Certain workers, such as agricultural and 
construction workers are particularly mobile. The National Institute 
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) designed and developed a 
prototype exposure monitoring system which combines geographical 
location with up to four real-time sensors and outputs the information 
to a user-friendly interface. By linking worker location throughout the 
workday to exposure levels from real-time monitors, Local Positioning 
System (LPS) units with software processing of data identify and 
document where to focus exposure analysis and control efforts. Post-
processing of LPS data enables researchers, regulatory inspectors, and 
industry safety and health personnel to map exposure intensity and 
location, reveal hot spots to identify sources, and provide exposure 
intensity distributions.

Method and Apparatus for Cough Sound Analysis

William Travis Goldsmith et al.

U.S. Patent No. 6,436,057, Canadian Patent Application No. 2,269,992 
filed April 23, 1999
CDC Reference No. I-020-99/0--Research Tool
    A fast, simple, and reliable method and apparatus for recording 
cough sounds for diagnosing pulmonary disorders and diseases. This 
method uses signal analysis techniques to extract quantitative 
information from recorded cough sound pressure waves. The generated 
data can be used to diagnose pulmonary disorders and diseases as well 
as track the effectiveness of treatment regimes over time. The method 
can also be used to quickly and reliably screen individuals at risk of 
pulmonary disorders and diseases. A system according to one embodiment 
includes a mouthpiece connected to the proximal end of a tube. The 
distal end of the tube is connected to a flexible tube. A microphone is 
attached to the tube between the distal and proximal ends thereof for 
recording sound pressure waves. A calculated

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cough sound index (CSI) can be used in diagnostic applications.

Auscultatory Training System

Walter McKinney, et al.

U.S. Patent Application No. 10/135,964 filed April 29, 2002, Canadian 
Application No. 2,382,786 filed April 22, 2002
CDC Reference No. I-037-00/0--Research Tool
    This auscultatory training apparatus includes a database of 
prerecorded physiological sounds (e.g., lung, bowel, or heart sounds) 
stored on a computer for playback. A user friendly, graphical interface 
software program is stored on the computer for use with a conventional 
computer mouse. The program allows a user to select prerecorded sounds 
for playback. In addition, the program is operable to generate an 
inverse model of the playback system in the form of a digital filter. 
The inverse model processes the selected sound to cancel the 
distortions of the playback system so that the sound is accurately 
reproduced. The program also permits the extraction of a specific sound 
component from a prerecorded sound so that only the extracted sound 
component is audible during playback. As well as a teaching tool to 
instruct the user on various body sounds, this invention could have 
applications as a diagnostic screening tool and as a telemedicine tool.

Imaging/Motorized Nail Press: Automated Instrumentation for the 
Assessment of Peripheral Vascular Function

Anne M. Brumfield, et al.

U.S. Patent Application No. 60/578,174 filed on June 8, 2004, Australia 
Patent Application No. 2004203059 filed on July 6, 2004, Canada Patent 
Application No. 2,474,841
CDC Reference No. I-028-02--Research Tool
    The nail press test has been used by clinicians to assess 
peripheral circulatory function. Following a ten second press of the 
fingernail, a visual determination of the rate of blood flow return is 
made, as evidenced by the return of color to the fingernail. Far from 
being standardized, the results of the test are qualitative and 
subjective. New instrumentation representing an automated version of 
the nail press has been built which utilizes a computer-controlled 
linear stepper motor to apply the desired force level. Blood volume and 
force measurements are acquired before, during and after the press. 
This non-invasive and painless test provides physiologically relevant 
data while standardizing the force application, press duration, and the 
criteria for determining the precise time of blood flow return.

    Dated: February 18, 2005.
James D. Seligman,
Associate Director for Program Services, Centers for Disease Control 
and Prevention.
[FR Doc. 05-3891 Filed 2-28-05; 8:45 am]
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