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The Calculate Density tool calculates a magnitude-per-unit area from point features that fall within a neighborhood around each cell.
- Bird counts can be used to calculate species densities. The densities can be compared to land-cover data to determine which habitats each species prefers.
- The density of GPS measurements of flight paths can be calculated to determine which areas of airspace have high volumes of traffic.
- The Calculate Density tool requires a single input of point features.
- Input points are aggregated into bins for analysis. You must specify the Bin Size into which to aggregate data.
- As shown in the diagram below, if you are aggregating into hexagons, the bin size d is the height of each hexagon, and the width of the resulting hexagon will be two times the height divided by the square root of three. If you are aggregating into squares, the bin size d is the height of the square, which is equal to the width.
- You must specify a Radius value that is greater than the bin size. The radius is used to find input features within the same neighborhood as the feature (bin) of interest.
- There are two options to calculate the density Weight value: The Uniform option sums all the values within the neighborhood and divides them by the area. The Kernel option weights values in the neighborhood by distance from the feature of interest and applies a kernel function to fit a smooth tapered surface to each point.
- Density can be calculated using one or more count fields. A count field is a numerical field that specifies the number of incidents at each location. You can use a count field for features such as cities or highways when calculating the density of population or lanes of traffic, respectively. If you specify a count field, the density will be calculated for the count field in addition to the density of points.
- You can use the Calculate Density tool to analyze using time stepping. Each time slice is analyzed independent of features outside of the time step. To use time stepping, the input data must be time enabled and represent an instant in time. When time stepping is applied, output features will be time intervals represented by the StartTime and EndTime fields.
- Only areas within the neighborhood of a bin containing points will be returned.
- The Calculate Density tool requires the data be in a projected coordinate system. If the data is in a geographic coordinate system, use the Project tool first to project the data to a projected coordinate system.
The point features for which density will be calculated.
The weighting applied to the density function.
The bin shape used to create the regular bins. The options are Square or Hexagon.
The distance interval that represents the bin size into which the input points will be analyzed.
The search radius applied to density calculations.
The area units of the output density values.
Population Field(s) (optional)
One or more fields denoting population values for each feature. The population field is the count or quantity to be spread across the landscape to create a continuous surface.
Values in the population field must be numeric. By default, the density of the count of input points will be calculated.
A value that specifies the duration of the time step. This option is only available if the input points are time enabled and represent an instant in time.
Time stepping can only be applied if time is enabled on the input. For more information on how time stepping works, see How time stepping works.
Specifies how often the time-step interval occurs. This parameter is only available if the input points are time enabled and represent an instant in time.
A date specifying the reference time with which to align the time steps. The default is January 1, 1970, at 12:00 a.m. This option is only available if the input points are time enabled and represent an instant in time.
The output layer will contain the following fields in place of the original fields:
|Field name||Description||Field type|
The magnitude-per-unit area from point features that fall within a neighborhood around each cell.
If fields are specified in the Population Field(s) parameter, this field will not be generated.
The magnitude-per-unit area from point features that fall within a neighborhood around each cell for the count field.
This field will only be generated if fields are specified in the Population Field(s) parameter.
Considerations and limitations
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|Hemel Hempstead Hospital|
|West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust|
|Location||Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England|
|Care system||National Health Service|
The original hospital in Hemel Hempstead was established when Sir Astley Cooper converted a row of cottages at 130–136 Piccotts End to create an infirmary in 1827. The medical team moved to larger premises, acquired with funding from Sir John Sebright, 7th Baronet, at Cheere House at the bottom of Hillfield Road in 1832. The main block of the current hospital, then known as the West Hertfordshire Infirmary, was built further up Hillfield Road and was opened by Princess Mary of Teck in 1877. The hospital expanded to take military patients during the First World War.
The Marnham Maternity Wing, which was started in 1926 when a foundation stone was laid by the Prince of Wales just north of the main block, opened in 1929. A children's ward was added in 1939 and another new block was opened by the Queen Mother in 1959.
The Verulam Wing, at the south-east end of the site, was added in 1992, the Jubilee Wing, just south of the main block, followed in 2002 and major enhancements consisting of an urgent care centre and a GP-led health centre were introduced within the Jubilee Wing in October 2008 and spring 2009 respectively.
Most departments are located in the Verulam Wing; however the urgent care centre and the health centre form part of the Jubilee Wing.
Large parts of the hospital site are currently mothballed and not actively used for healthcare provision, following the removal of the Accident & Emergency department in 2006. The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, which operates the site and two others in Watford and St Albans, has announced plans to redevelop its properties and relocate key services to Watford General Hospital, in effect further downgrading the status of the Hemel Hempstead Hospital. However, these plans have attracted criticism from local residents groups, such as the Dacorum Hospital Action Group, who favour a newly built hospital equidistant from the three major population centres and who have launched a judicial review of the Trust's plan.
- "Hemel Hempstead General Hospital (West Herts Wing), Hemel Hempstead". National Archives. Retrieved 2 April 2018.
- "Hemel Hempstead General hospital's historical timeline from 1826 to 2014" (PDF). West Herts Hospitals. Retrieved 2 April 2018.
- Barrison, Ian (1 September 2010). "Reflections on Hemel and St Albans Hospitals" (PDF). On the Pulse. Retrieved 1 June 2018.
- "A Fortress of experience and character for humanity" (PDF). Motec Life. Retrieved 1 June 2018.
- "Urgent care centres are the way forward". Pulse Today. 11 March 2009. Retrieved 8 April 2018.
- "GPs revolt against Hemel health centre". Hemel Today. 16 September 2008. Retrieved 8 April 2018.
- "Hemel Hempstead Hospital site map" (PDF). West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust. Retrieved 1 June 2018.
- "A&E closure decision criticised". BBC News. 17 November 2006.
- "Building a Healthier Future for West Hertfordshire". West Herts Hospitals NHS Trust. Retrieved 25 May 2020.
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When an extramarital affair takes place, we keep talking of its effect on the spouse, but have you ever thought how infidelity affects children? Since they do not express their feelings as openly as adults, it can leave a scar on their psyche that they could carry on to their adulthood. This is something I have been dealing with as I counsel people in my profession as a psychotherapist.
There is no denying that upbringing and parenting have a profound effect on the attitudes and behavior children develop. If the parents are an affectionate, touchy-feely kind of couple, it’s likely the children will be similarly demonstrative. But if one grows up with parents who don’t get along or parents who had a divorce or had an affair, it could have long-term effects on them.
What Effects Does A Parent’s Infidelity Have On A Child?
The principles that the father or mother displays in their personal and professional life will shape the moral character of the grown child.
This applies equally to all aspects of life, from social to physical to sexual. However, as the following analysis shows, often the larger environment that surrounds a child has a mitigating or aggravating effect on the direct influence of the parental or home situation. So, when a child finds out you cheated, it completely alters their moral compass and confuses everything that they have understood about marriage so far.
What effect does a parent’s infidelity have on a child? The effects of infidelity can be many. In many cases I have seen children become reticent, they start doing badly in their studies, they may start misbehaving and even become wayward and have antisocial tendencies.
The effects of cheating fathers on their daughters is even more. Very early in her life a child develops trust issues because she has got a jolt from her father, the man she trusted most in her life. This can lead to her having her own romantic issues in her personal dating life.
How Affairs Affect Children – Case Studies
To tell you how infidelity affects children, what is the kind of impact a cheating father has on his son or daughter, I will bring your attention to two cases I have handled that will shed some light on the same.
If parents realize the kind of effect infidelity has on children and deal with it sensibly then the impact is minimized. But in many cases I have seen that they are so entrenched in their own issues that they leave the child grappling with their emotions and that has an adverse effect on their future growth.
Case A: When child’s exposure to extramarital affairs is managed well by parents
Past: When Anna was 13 and Jacob was 11, they found out that their father was having an extramarital affair. They were told this by their mother. But the kids were always in touch with their grandparents who lived a block away and had a lot of cousins in the same town as well which kept them distracted.
Their father was a hardworking man, but also an alcoholic. He loved them but couldn’t get along with his wife at all. (He’s been with the other woman for 25 years, and married to Anna and Jacob’s mother for 28 years.)
Present day: Anna and Jacob today are both in happy marriages and have kids. They lead a traditional loving family life, except for the fact that they share a troubled relationship with their father, ever since they found out about his extramarital affair.
Their father said, “My children hate me because I had an affair.” However, they still talk to him and are cordial.
Related Reading: 7 Point Ultimate Happy Marriage Checklist You MUST Follow
Case B: When child’s exposure to extramarital affairs is NOT managed well by parents
Past: Rebecca is an only child. When she was 13 years old, she saw her mother have an extramarital affair with a man for whom she left her family. Rebecca’s father, an alcoholic who tortured her mother, brought another woman to the house as soon as his wife left. There was no one in her family to take care of Rebecca; she was left to fend for herself.
Present day: A woman in her mid-20s, Rebecca has recently had to abort a baby that she conceived with her married boss, after a 7-year long affair. Her father is abusive and forced her to be in a relationship with her married employer, and she hasn’t spoken to her mother in 14 years.
I read an account about a woman from a broken home, with an alcoholic father and an unfaithful mother, who married very young for love. When circumstances created a physical distance with her new husband, she succumbed to temptation and had an affair with his friend.
Her marriage survived and she later had a child with the husband. Still wondering how infidelity affects children?
We can conclude that the effects of cheating fathers on their daughters can be so deep that it could pushes them to a lifetime of misguided decisions and they could keep moving in and out of relationships unable to find an anchor.
Related Reading: Infidelity: Should You Confess To Cheating On Your Partner?
How Infidelity Affects Children – Steps To Help Them
When your child finds out you that you cheated on their other parent, that could be through your spouse or through overhearing the endless fights you keep having, your child feels insecure. The first thought on their mind is if this is one of the breakup signs that will destroy their family.
When mothers have affairs, children find it harder to accept it because they have a sense of possessiveness towards their mothers and they feel shattered when they come to know that she’s had a life beyond her family, most importantly beyond her children.
I told you how does infidelity affect a child; now I will also talk about how it is possible to minimize the impact of how affairs affect the family.
1. A supportive family is important
One of the most important factors influencing the upbringing of a child is the kind of environment he/she is raised in. If they see distress in their parents’ relationship, they can see other couples in the house and learn that not every marriage is the same.
(Just like in Case A where the kids had a bunch of people in the family, like grandparents, uncles and aunts, who took care of them and took care of their needs if ever a parent wasn’t available. Unlike Case B where Rebecca had no one to go to except her alcoholic and emotionally unavailable father and unconcerned stepmother.)
Related Reading: Confession Story: How I Dealt With Having An Affair With My Boss
2.Emotional response or backup
Again, having a family or even a sibling who listens to you and shares your feelings of happiness or resentment can minimize the effects of an affair. As a child, we need someone to share our experiences with and having a sibling or an elder to talk to makes it easier to regulate our emotions.
(Case A: Anna and Jacob had each other as well as their extended family to talk to and make logical decisions and reason with each other. Case B: Rebecca, an only child, had no one to talk to hence making her further closed off and emotionally vulnerable.)
Nowadays school teachers, tutors and even neighbors, who are close to the child, can lend an ear. Parents who realize the deep impact their extramarital affair had on their children, often take them for counseling. One of the benefits of counseling is it helps to deal with the distress they feel.
3. Parents are role models
For a child, their parent is by default a role model. They shape their behavior to please their parents and in that process imitate their parents to seek approval. So it becomes a bigger responsibility for a parent to say and do the right things in front of their child. They should avoid certain parenting mistakes at all costs.
Even if the child is reprimanded once for copying a parent’s foul behavior, he she may register it subconsciously and repeat it once they believe that there’s no one to check them, correct them or that there’s someone who ‘cares’ enough to stop that inappropriate behavior. (Case A)
However if you’re wondering how does infidelity affect a child, this is what happens. The parent becomes a bad person or a bad role model for the child. If the parent is emotionally available for the child and gives them time as well, never fights with their spouse in front of kids. An affair affects a family but this makes it easier for children to accept the situation as adults. (Case B)
Related Reading: Child Abuse by Parents? Here is What You Need to Do
4. Personality traits
Acceptance for any situation comes from within. Even in the case of kids, the acceptance of the fact that their parents are not like most couples comes (or not) from within.
An introverted child who doesn’t talk much about his feelings (Case B) will have a tougher time accepting his/her parents’ situation more than the child who expresses his doubts, concerns and anger (Case A. Both Anna and Jacob are extremely expressive).
Some children often shut off the memory because it is so unpleasant to them and then in their adulthood they keep walking in and out of toxic relationships.
When your child finds out you cheated but they never talk about it, it does not mean they are not affected by it. So it’s important to have conversations with them to know what they harbour in their heart.
5. How conflict affects the children
Another very important factor to determine a person’s behavior as an adult is hugely affected by how, as a child, they discovered their parent(s)’ infidelity.
If the situation is presented to them as something normal, as in Case A, it becomes easier for the child to come to terms with the conflict. Unlike Case B, wherein the child was suddenly abandoned by her mother, without any notice, or she constantly witnessed her father hitting her mother, making her grow into a woman with deep abandonment issues.
She got so vulnerable that when her married employer showed her a little love and took care of her material needs she gave in to that toxic relationship.
Whether it’s an affair, a divorce or abuse, conflict affects children adversely. No matter what the parents are going through, they should make every effort to keep the children away from this conflict because one doesn’t realize until too late how infidelity affects children.
Parents need to realize that everything they do has an impact on their children. Infidelity, an abusive marriage etc. shape a child’s ideas about love, relationships and marriage. It is important to be honest with your children, and kind to your spouse or ex-spouse even when a marriage isn’t working out. | <urn:uuid:0806d974-b75b-4a40-ad70-f4813138aab5> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.bonobology.com/how-infidelity-affects-children/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.98239 | 2,264 | 2.09375 | 2 |
Poverty is a daunting obstacle around the world, but it can be chipped at bit by bit. A girl will have a better chance of escaping poverty if the quality of education she receives is higher. A woman will have more economic mobility if she acquires a marketable skill. Families will become less poor if the bag of rice that the government promises actually reaches them.
Making these incremental improvements often involves long-term collaboration between researchers and policymakers, which is why Evidence for Policy Design (EPoD) at Harvard Kennedy School’s Center for International Development (CID) works with governments and other policy actors through close, long-term research-policy engagements that design, test, and enable better policy in developing countries.
To support greater collaboration between researchers and governments tackling policy problems, EPoD has trained and built up a network of development experts for over a decade. The program brings early-career development economists to Harvard Kennedy School to work with HKS faculty on research engagements. Susanna Berkouwer, now an assistant professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, recalls their experience as an EPoD research fellow from 2013 to 2014:
Working with Professors Rema Hanna and Rohini Pande provided me with the opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn about development projects in a way that isn’t possible in the classroom. I learned how to think about a research idea and identify policy counterparts for the engagement. I learned how to analyze data and explore important patterns that could inform policy. I remember sitting with Rema and talking through the system for analyzing incoming data and figuring out how to produce graphs to form the story.
Like Berkouwer, Yusuf Neggers also got a lot out of the fellowship. Neggers, an assistant professor at the University of Michigan, is still working on a field experiment that started during this tenure at EPoD—alongside co-authors Charity Moore, Eric Dodge, and Rohini Pande (EPoD co-founder and a former Kennedy School professor). Neggers is working in two states in India to test whether providing bureaucrats access to a mobile-phone-based management and monitoring platform can reduce delays in processing workers’ pay.
Sam Stolper, now an assistant professor at the University of Michigan, used his EPoD fellowship to work on environmentally focused projects. One of Stolper’s highlights at EPoD was his two-month trip to India where he helped manage the data collection for a randomized controlled trial focused on cooking stoves and indoor air pollution. He says:
The whole trip to India was a memorable experience, and observing the field work and interacting with participating households was very grounding. I got to see first-hand how the field is different from the lab. And I got to meet the communities in which we were working— in a very different part of the world from what I was used to. Those experiences have stayed with me as an instructor and researcher.
Since 2008, EPoD has mentored over 120 research fellows, many who went on to graduate from top-tier PhD programs, often continuing to explore research questions started during their EPoD fellowship. “Mentoring the next generation of researchers is one of the most fulfilling aspects of a faculty’s career and is one of the cornerstones of EPoD’s work. We want to encourage a broader dialogue between policy and economics and see that happening globally at an individual level,” says EPoD Faculty Director Rema Hanna.
Christina Brown, who was an EPoD fellow from 2014 to 2015, graduated from UC Berkeley last month and will join the faculty at the University of Chicago in 2023, after a two-year postdoctoral research position at their Becker Friedman Institute of Economics. Her current research focuses on understanding how different personnel practices, like wages, incentives and monitoring affect worker productivity, especially in the teaching sector.
Brown was inspired to explore this topic after discovering Learning and Educational Achievements in Pakistan Schools (LEAPS)—a 15-year old transformative research program led by CID’s director, Asim Khwaja, Jishnu Das (Georgetown University), and Tahrir Andrabi (Pomona College). The LEAPS project has incubated 16 studies, most of which tap the expertise of young scholars, including EPoD research fellows and Harvard PhDs.
Brown says, “I hope that I bring some of the lessons I learned at EPoD into my research team management. So much of development research now is a result of really big teams, and so as an economist you have to be like a small business owner. Those are skills that really are not taught during the PhD, so I’m very glad I was exposed to it prior.”
Over the last year, COVID-19 posed some challenges to work in the field, but the research nevertheless continued. Khwaja, the Sumitomo-FASID Professor of International Finance and Development, says, “The COVID-19 crisis has emphasized how critical data is for making decisions in response to shocks brought on by the crisis. We’ve had to look at data differently since COVID, and to look at who is being excluded from the data. We’ve had to look at new ways to obtain data and new methodologies for using soft data to find newly vulnerable populations.”
EPoD looks forward to welcoming seven new research fellows to its program this year and building up the network of future fellows globally. “Part of my goal is to continue broadening our network of young scholars in regions that are underrepresented in PhD programs,” says Hanna, who is also the Jeffrey Cheah Professor of South-East Asia Studies. “For example, despite being 8.6 percent of the world’s population, only three percent of U.S. graduate students come from Southeast Asia. We hope to make the opportunity more accessible globally.”
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getting started. It was 11:05 AM by the time we signed in and started carrying
our lightweight solo canoes the 0.25 miles to Deer Pond. Still waters and no
bugs made ideal conditions for exploring the Chain Lakes.
0.5 miles to Third Lake, paddled into Second Lake and then carried to First Lake. The carry to First is flagged and lightly brushed out, but it has not been cut or developed yet. We paddled the length of the lake then down the outlet as far as the first beaver dam. Wanting to explore the other lakes in the chain we retraced our strokes to Third Lake.
feeling. These lakes have been a special part of their lives for a long time and now that is all changing. For the next five years this group will have lease access to the camp buildings and will be able to use motor boats on Second through Sixth Lakes. The DEC’s Interim Plan allows Club members to use electric motors from July 1st to September 30th and ten hp gas motors from October 1st to the end of the big game hunting season and from ice out until June 30th. As the day went on a few more fishing boats appeared on the water. Another paddler we encountered made a comment about eliminating motorized boats from the tract. I on the other hand did not find the boats to be bothersome. My earliest experiences in the wilds were fishing with my grandfather in boats like these.
lakes Fourth through Seventh. As it was getting later in the day we did not have time to investigate Sixth or Eighth Lakes. We will save those for future trips. The sun was setting as we retracted our route to the Deer Pond carry. We arrived at the parking lot before needing to break out the headlamps. We talked to some mountain bikers at the parking lot and discussed the potential for riding that the logging roads on the tract would provide.
beautiful area. While we were paddling we discussed the classification options currently being decided by the APA. I think we all had preconceived ideas about what classification we would favor. The area certainly is a great addition to the Forest Preserve; many people will enjoy experiencing it. Having seen the
tract first hand has provided me with a much better idea of the recreational use potential available. Given the character of the land I favor a Wild Forest classification over Wilderness. The
road network was constructed for extracting timber and can easily withstand the impact of mountain biking which would be allowed as Wild Forest but not as Wilderness. As far as motor boats, I think the current restrictions that apply to Gooley Club members would work for me. I know that some paddlers would disagree, but the area can certainly withstand this level of use. In addition, the Wild Forest classification would allow appropriate development of accessible facilities for use by people with disabilities.
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- How much fog do I need to feel confident that the required level of deterrent effect is achieved?
Research and results compiled by a major, national Dutch Insurance Company using information & test data gathered over a 10 year period from burgled sites where security fog was installed yet losses in excess of €30,000 (£25,000+) were still being experienced, this resultant guideline, now adopted my many UK insurance companies, was published:
Where a Fog generator is installed to prevent an intruder from entering an area where assets are stored, the recommendation as to the correct amount of fog to be used, is that amount which fills the entire room in no more than 10 seconds with a fog density level which reduces visibility to no more than 50 cm.
So, knowing that the larger Bandit 240DB produces 28 cubic metres of fog per second at 30cm density (equivalent to 46 cubic metres per second @ 50cm density) it is a simple matter of mathematics to calculate the protection levels provided by a single Bandit. For example, a medium sized retail shop of 230 cubic metres would require just a 5 second activation from a Bandit to produce the desired volume of fog.
The smaller Bandit 320 is even quicker – producing 30 cubic metres of fog per second at 30 density!
- Can the FOG BANDIT be used in small rooms and would that be cost effective?
Bandit UK have great experience in fogging relatively small areas, in one case we have supplied a leading ATM provider with Bandit’s for over 400 of their small shop/ATM bunker sites.
With the smaller Bandit 320 there is now ever greater flexibility with different fog cartridges sizes available to match the area requiring protection.
With the Bandit being the only system using a Patented, pre-pressurized cartridge (not pump driven) the following benefits were observed:
Instant activation (just 0.1 second delay between intruder detection and fog ejected at full output capacity of 28 cubic metres per second) meant that there was no time for an intruder to approach the fogging unit and smother it/divert the fog or attempt to damage the unit. Pump systems can take several seconds to prime before activating thus giving the intruder such opportunities.
The Bandit 240DB fog cartridge has the capacity to provide up to 25 activations in small volume (circa 50 cubic metres) rooms if needed.
One fog cartridge has a four year life span unless depleted in the meantime (open fill pump systems require an annual fluid flush-out and renewal).
A room of such a small size means the fog dissipates more quickly through the point of entry thus the Bandit’s ability to continue re-activating if an intruder is re-detected was of immense importance considering the cash levels often held in their ATM’s.
The Bandit’s 24/7 self diagnostic status checks meant that if any area of the Bandit failed this would be instantly be reported (an extreme rarity!) and thus rapidly rectified.
- How does the FOG BANDIT security fogging system work?
When the patented BANDIT system is activated a special liquid formula is heated and ejected under high pressure. As it ejects it instantly vaporises into a thick, dense “fog” which quickly expands to fill the area being protected.
- Is the fog safe to use in any environment and will it leave a residue?
The Bandit has been in use for nearly 20 years now and in that time there has NEVER been a claim for health, residue or contamination problems.
The predominant reason for this is that just ONE millilitre (one thousandth of a litre) of the fog fluid (mainly a mixture of water & food grade glycol) produces ONE THOUSAND litres of fog. The concentration levels are therefore so infinitesimal that the fog itself has been certified, by an officially recognized testing laboratory, to comply with European Indoor Air Quality Regulations and is not only harmless generally but also totally safe to breathe.
The advanced technology incorporated in the Fog Bandit precisely converts 28 millilitres of fog fluid per second to produce 28 cubic metres (28,000 litres) of fog with a density level (eye to object visibility range) of no more than 30 cm. So a Bandit installed in a 280 cubic metre room would be set to activate for precisely 10 seconds to produce the required 280 cubic metres of security fog.
Over the years the Bandit has been used in all forms of applications including protecting sensitive electronic equipment (including main-frame servers using sensitive optic-fibre connections), pharmacies, antique shops, jewellery shops (stocking precious metals and stones) and high fashion stores such as Louis Vuitton & Hermes (stocking v. high quality textiles) which have all used the Fog Bandit with no detrimental effect.
- How often does the Fog Cartridge need replacing?
Bandit 240DB – HY-3 Cartridge Pack;
The HY-3 Cylinder Pack is a clean filled and hermetically sealed unit. The fluid is thus retained in an oxygen free, pressurised, pH stabilised, de-ionised environment so it does not degenerate thus proving a 4 year, maintenance free lifespan unless depleted in the meantime as follows:
A full HY-3 Cylinder Pack can generate a minimum of 50 seconds worth of high density fog (reduces eye to object visibility down to 25cm) at a rate of 28 cubic metres a second with a maximum single activation time of 18 seconds. The BANDIT is thus preset according to the size of room being protected i.e., a 56 cubic metre room would be pre-set for a 2 second (56 ÷ 28 = 2) burst or a 504 cubic metre room for the maximum 18 second (504 ÷ 28 = 18) burst. One HY-3 is therefore capable of anything between 3 and 25 activations before requiring replacement. An exchange refill service is provided by your BANDIT dealer.
Bandit 320 – disposable cartridges;
The Bandit 320 comes with X2 hermetically sealed cartridges for X2 separate activations (+ a test cartridge). Each fog cartridge needs replacing (disposed of) after each activation and a new cartridge fitted (simple process). The Fog Bandit 320 has set cartridge sizes from 40 to 200 cubic metre ranges and also last for 4 years.
- I don’t have an intruder alarm installed at my premises – can the FOG BANDIT system work independently?
Yes, the BANDIT can be easily configured to work as a “stand alone” system, as well as working in conjunction with a conventional intruder alarm system.
- Can I be sure the FOG BANDIT will work with my particular intruder alarm system?
Yes, the BANDIT can be configured in a number of different ways, to allow for differing types of intruder alarm panel signals.
- Can the FOG BANDIT be used for robbery as well as burglary protection?
Yes, the BANDIT can easily be configured to operate for robbery use only, burglary use only, or both options together if required.
- Can a FOG BANDIT protect rooms over 504 cubic metres in size?
Yes, for areas over 504 cubic metres as many BANDIT units and combination of different types of BANDIT units can be linked to function in unison as required.
- I already have a good intruder alarm system – why do I need a FOG BANDIT?
Statistics indicate that the vast majority of burglaries and robberies are completed within just a few minutes, whilst sheer logistics dictate that it typically takes much longer than this for the police or other security services to respond.
During those first few minutes or the so called “window of opportunity” an intruder is able to operate virtually unhindered, unless there is some means of preventing this such as the BANDIT.
The BANDIT security fogging system instantly delivers a visually impenetrable curtain of “fog” the moment an intruder is detected so as to deter them from progressing with their intended crime – “what can’t be seen can’t be stolen!”
- What makes the FOG BANDIT security fogging system so different to other available systems?
Whilst other fogging security systems are able to effectively produce fog using a pump or aerosol driven system, BANDIT’s unique & internationally Patented, high pressure 240DB ‘HY3’ and disposable 320 cartridge system, instantly (just 0.1 second reaction time) produces much higher density fog, many times faster.
It has also been specifically designed from the outset to be more durable, more reliable, have fewer moving parts yet be competitively priced. It also has an in-built self diagnostics system to warn of potential irregularities which could cause the system to fail and a self cleaning system to alleviate problems of nozzle clogging. The life expectancy of a Bandit system is 15+ years.
- Could an intruder disable the FOG BANDIT in some way, so preventing it from operating?
This is extremely unlikely as the speed at which the fog is ejected (jetted over 6 metres in the first 2 seconds alone!) makes it impossible for an intruder to approach the system.
Also, when installed the BANDIT is typically mounted inside the area to be protected with appropriate detectors activating it well before an intruder can approach the unit. Then, due to its high power, horizontal fog ejection, the blanket of fog will have travelled 6 metres or 10 metres (narrow nozzle Bandit 240DB) in just the first 2 seconds alone. Because of this, intruders are not only unable to approach the unit, they are also forced away out of the protected area in a matter of seconds.
The BANDIT can also be configured so as to activate if the system’s connection wires are cut. There are also built-in “tamper protection” circuits to detect any form of system tampering or interruptions to power supply. Lastly, the extremely well insulated heat exchanger means that even if mains power were to be cut, the Bandit would be able to provide a full activation for up to 2 hours from when power was lost.
- What happens if a component, critical to the FOG BANDIT’s ability to eject fog, should fail?
The Fog Bandit’s on-board electronics perform system diagnostics 24/7 and monitor 10 areas critical to the Bandit’s functionality. This includes the monitoring of fuses, tamper, mains power supply, back-up battery condition and fog fluid levels so as to instantly and reliably provide any system status changes to the alarm panel or stand-alone reporting system.
- What happens if there’s a fire in the vicinity of the FOG BANDIT ?
In the event of a fire in the vicinity of the Bandit a built-in digital temperature sensor prevents the unit from activating when the ambient temperature reaches 70˚C. Furthermore, the HY-3 fog cartridge has a safety “release plug” to allow completely safe venting of the pressure and fluid from the cartridge if the surrounding temperature reaches 95˚ C. The Bandit may also be installed with an integrated link to the Fire Alarm system, so that in the event of a fire a signal from the Fire Alarm system can be used to withhold the Bandit from activating.
- Is the FOG BANDIT an approved product?
Yes. BANDIT has CE approval and is certified to fully comply with European Standard EN50131-8 (which has now suprseded the previous British Standard BS7939:1999) , together with approvals and registration for use issued by the Belgium, Dutch and French government bodies. Materials Safety Data Sheets are also available.
- Does Bandit UK Ltd. have any insurances in place to cover losses incurred should the system fail to activate and to cover any other form of damage or personal injury?
Yes, Bandit UK Limited has £10,000,000 Public, Product and Efficacy Liability Insurance to cover the FOG BANDIT’s use in both robbery and burglary applications. Naturally we would expect Authorised Resellers of the FOG BANDIT product to provide their own cover as required by UK law. | <urn:uuid:a14e3c77-720b-4cdc-9281-f04ad38c3f33> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.bandituk.co.uk/frequently-asked-questions/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.927605 | 2,563 | 1.59375 | 2 |
Optimizing RAID/SSD Controllers with Lifetime Extension for Flash-based SSD Array
Flash-based SSD RAID arrays are increasingly being deployed in data centers. Compared with HDD arrays, SSD arrays drastically enhance storage density and I/O performance, and reduce power and rack space. Nevertheless, SSDs suffer aging issues. Though prior studies have been conducted to address this disadvantage, effective techniques of RAID/SSD controllers are urgently needed to extend the lifetime of SSD arrays.
In this paper, we for the first time apply approximate storage via the interplay of RAID and SSD controllers to optimize the lifespan of SSD arrays. Our basic idea is to reuse faulty blocks (those contain pages with uncorrectable errors) to store approximate data (which can tolerate more errors). By relaxing the integrity of flash blocks, we observed that the endurance of NAND flash memory can be significantly boosted, thereby providing huge potentials to significantly extend the lifetime of SSDs. Based on this observation, we propose the use of an efficient space management scheme for data allocation and FTL strategies by coordinating the interplay of RAID and SSD controllers to optimize the lifetime of SSD array. We implemented a prototype, called FreeRAID, based on an SSD array simulator. Our experiments show that we can significantly increase the lifetime by up to 2.17× compared with conventional SSD-based RAID array.
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How do I create a Multiple DropDown Quiz Question?
You can create a question that has multiple options for students to select in their response.
You can create a sentence with multiple answers, as demonstrated in this lesson, or you can use the same steps to create a list.
With the Questions tab selected inside a new quiz, click the New Question button .
Set Name, Type, Points and Enter Question Details
Quiz questions are not automatically numbered for instructors. To add a custom name to your quiz question, enter the name in the Question Text field . Custom names can help you identify quiz questions more easily. Regardless of the question name, students always see quiz questions in numerical order (i.e. Question 1, Question 2).
Click the drop-down menu and select the Multiple Dropdowns question type .
Enter the number of points the question is worth (quiz totals are calculated based on the combined total of questions) .Type your question into the Rich Content Editor question box. You can also use the Rich Content Editor to include video, images, math equations, or flash activities .
Create Reference Words
Now replace the words you want students to enter the question with reference words. Reference words should be surrounded by brackets. Once you place a word in brackets, the word will populate in the Show Possible Answers for drop-down menu.
For example, red has been replaced with [color1], and blue has been replaced with [color2].
Enter Enter Answer Responses for First Reference Word
For each item in the drop-down menu, instructors must write one correct answer and all the other distractors. Type the correct answer and the distractors in the Possible Answer fields . Click the Add Another Answer link to add additional distractors.
Note: The drop-down menu displays a maximum of 100 characters to students taking a quiz.
Choose Correct Answer
Hover your cursor to the left of any answer to reveal a green "ghost" arrow. Click the green arrow to the left of the correct answer. You will know which answer is the correct answer because both the arrow and the answer comment around that answer will turn green. In this example, the second answer is the correct answer.
Enter Answer Responses for Additional Reference Words
Select the second item in the drop-down menu and create the associated answers. Repeat this process for as many reference words as are in your question.
Enter Feedback Text
You can choose to give students feedback in the answer comments fields. To leave feedback for a specific answer, click the comment field beneath the answer .
You can also create general answer comments for the quiz question as a whole .
Students who select the correct answer will see the feedback in the green comment field. Students who select any incorrect answer will see the feedback in the red comment field. All students will see the feedback in the blue comment field.
Student View for Multiple Dropdowns Question
This is what students see when they encounter a Multiple Dropdowns question in a sentence.
If you allow students to see the correct answers, correct responses are marked with a green flag .
Incorrect responses will be marked with a red flag and any correct answers not indicated by the student are marked with a gray flag.
Partial credit will be assigned if some blanks are completed correctly.
How do I create a quiz with a question group to randomize quiz questions?
You can create a quiz using a question group. Question groups allow you to place multiple questions within a group for students to answer. You can choose the number of questions that should be answered from the group and how many points to assign ...
How do I create a Fill-in-Multiple-Blanks quiz question?
You can create a question that has multiple blanks for students to type in their responses. You can create a sentence with multiple fill-in-the banks, as demonstrated in this lesson, or you can use the same steps to create a list. Add Question With ...
How do I create a Multiple Choice quiz question?
You can create a multiple choice question for your students. If you need to edit a Multiple Choice question after publishing the quiz, you can use quiz regrade to edit quiz questions and tell the Astria LMS to update grades for students who have ...
How do I create a Multiple Answers quiz question?
You can create a question that has multiple answers in it. Note: To calculate scores for Multiple Answers quiz questions, the Astria LMS divides the total points possible by the amount of correct answers for that question. This amount is awarded for ...
How do I create a Quiz?
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Imagine yourself getting ready for an event. You are thinking of wearing your favorite watch to complete the look. You take out the watch from the box only to find it stop working!
I’m sure you have experienced a somewhat similar experience at least once in your life. But what to do in such times?
If you use solar watches like Seiko, it won’t be much of a problem. You only have to charge it. But do you know how to charge a Seiko solar watch?
Since you have stopped by this article, I’m assuming that you are a little confused regarding the charging process. Well, we have tried to explain all the necessary points in this article. How about giving it a read?
How To Charge Seiko Solar Watch?
How can you possibly know when the battery of your watch will die? It’s uncertain. That’s why people now prefer solar watches that can be charged anytime, anywhere! How? By using sunlight!
As the name suggests, Seiko solar watches use solar energy to function. It has solar cells installed instead of regular dry cells or button batteries.
The solar cell receives solar energy from sunlight. Then inside the watch, it alters into kinetic energy. The kinetic energy remains stored in the cell and keeps the mechanism of the clock running.
Unlike normal dry cells, the solar cell is rechargeable and can function for a long time. Once fully charged, it can last for 6 to 12 months, even in complete darkness, without any further charging.
Proper Way To Charge
How to charge Seiko solar watch? It’s easy. All you need to do is, place it in the light. You can put it under sunlight or room light. The choice is yours. In both cases, the watch will charge. However, in the room light, it will take much longer to charge than sunlight.
Room lights are soft in comparison to sunlight. They are not strong enough to charge a solar cell in a short time. That’s why, if you plan to charge your watch using room light, you have to leave it for a minimum of 24 hours to be fully charged.
Under sufficient sunlight, 3-5 hours is enough to charge a Seiko solar watch completely. However, it is advised not to put the watch in direct sunlight as it will heat up the watch insanely. It will only damage the battery and shorten Seiko solar watch battery life.
You can put the watch beside the window. But remember to face the dial towards the source of light.
As I mentioned earlier, you have to leave your watch for a minimum of 3 hours in enough sunlight to have it fully charged. Once the battery is fully charged, it can work for 6 to 12 months, depending on its capacity.
If you are in a hurry and don’t have enough time to leave your watch to be adequately charged, you can charge it for a short time.
If you put a Seiko solar watch for 3-5 minutes in enough sunlight, it can give you service for 24 hours. You can charge it properly later on when you get time.
Seiko Solar Watch Not Charging: What To Do?
As solar watches use rechargeable batteries, it can be easily charged using sunlight. But in case your watch is not charging correctly, you may have to pay attention to some things.
- Your watch is probably not getting enough sunlight. Place it near the window or somewhere else where it can get sufficient light.
- You are probably using long-sleeved attires, and your watch gets hidden inside the clothing. Hence, it’s not getting any room light which is making it hard to charge. It is better to leave the watch to charge while you are not wearing it.
- When you store the watch in a closed box where no light is available, it can not charge. So, keep it somewhere bright.
- If you are using the watch for a long time, let’s say years, the battery may be damaged or rusty. It can be another cause for your Seiko solar watch not charging. In that case, you may need to get a solar watch battery replacement.
My Seiko Solar Watch Keeps Stopping: What’s the Solution?
Seiko solar watch can stop for multiple reasons. For example, if the battery is dead from not getting enough light to charge. Or the watch is probably on ‘power saving mode.’
There’s an advanced feature called ‘power saving mode’ in some recent Seiko solar watch models.’ Whenever the battery charge becomes low, the watch activates the power-saving mode to save the remaining charge for later use.
In this mode, the clock’s hands stop moving. But the internal mechanism keeps running. Later on, when you bring the watch to light, it gives you the correct time and starts running again.
15 Seconds Stop
If you find the watch hands stopped at 15 Seconds, understand that the battery charge is low. And as a result, it has activated ‘power saving mode 1’ inside it.
If you let the watch charge again, it will give you the correct time without resetting it.
45 Seconds Stop
The watch stops running at 45 Seconds when the charge is shallow. It is the ‘power saving mode 2’ phase. But it can also give you the correct time without resetting if it gets charged again.
The charging time may vary a little depending on the watch model. But typically, for almost all Seiko solar watches, 3 hours of bright sunlight is enough to charge completely.
A Seiko solar watch charged fully under sufficient sunlight can last for 6-12 months without any further
charge, even in complete darkness. A 3-5 minutes charge is enough to last for a day. Seiko solar batteries have 10-20 years of battery life if they are charged and maintained regularly.
If your solar watch keeps stopping frequently, it may be running out of power. Most of the internal
mechanism stops working once the charge is very low. So, put it under light, let it charge, it will come back to life again.
Yes, definitely. A solar watch can be charged using any kind of light source. But since the room light is
not so bright as sunlight, it will take way too much time to completely charge your solar watch.
Battery change and repair for solar watches are more expensive in comparison to regular watches. As
solar watches come with a special solar cell, not a regular dry cell, they can last for a very long time. But
at the same time, the batteries are quite costly.
It’s irritating when your watch suddenly stops moving without your knowledge. It’s very inconvenient if you have a tight schedule and need to maintain time strictly. Even though now we have smartphones to see time, it’s a hassle to fish out your phone every time you need to know the time.
But if you have a Seiko solar watch, this situation can be easily handled. You only need to know how to charge Seiko solar watch. Then you can charge it and keep using it.
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The statuary heads of the mythological Greek goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite, and the god of wine, Dionysus, have been unearthed in the ancient city of Aizanoi in western Turkey, Anadolu Agency has reported.
The excavations in the ancient city, which was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 2012 and located 50 kilometers from the city center, are being continued by the Kütahya Museum Directorate.
Excavation coordinator, Gokhan Coskun, said the statues’ bodies were found in a previous dig, whilst the heads were unearthed during recent excavations in a creek bed in the ancient city.
“These are important findings for us, as they show that the polytheistic culture of ancient Greece existed for a long time without losing its importance in the Roman era,” Coskun told local media.
“The findings suggest that there may have been a sculpture workshop in the region.”
Home to one of the most well-preserved temples in Turkey, dedicated to the Greek god Zeus, the city of Aizanoi is easily comparable to Ephesus in its grandeur and importance. Initially inhabited by the Phrygians, the area was converted into a city in the first century BC by the Romans.
The site includes unique spots such as a temple, four roman bridges, the world’s first known indoor marketplace, theaters, roman baths and an ancient sacred cave.
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A few groups that I’m working with have an interest in developing repositories of stories. The idea is that by collecting community-initiated improvement projects, we can tap into creative thinking and spread these more widely. A good, bottom-up approach.
This reminded me of my previous posts on IHI’s Stories of COVID. I visited the IHI site today to find that 10 additional stories have been uploaded since the new year. Let’s fire up the old code and see what has changed. Same methods as before. We used the bing lexicon to score words from the stories, then compute a net score by date.
These are some pretty wild fluctuations. There’s a series of stories published on January 28th at that are among the most negative published so far. And then just a few days later, we hit close to some all time highs. This is markedly different than my last post which seemed to suggest an emergent malaise.
In my work with ECHO, I’ve heard the term “COVID fatigue” more than once. Generally, it refers to the continually dread and stress that people have when dealing with COVID protocols and disruptions. Let’s be clear, this has been a drrrraaaaaaggggg.
Research on this specific topic hasn’t really filtered up, but the science on the impact of persistent stress may prove informative. I ran PubTrawlr to see if COVID fatigue would be distinguished from symptoms of COVID (one of which is fatigue!). And it did, but the topic was also subsumed under other ones. That whole blue cluster at right contains articles on this topic.
To follow up a bit more, I ran a search on “compassion fatigue,” which seemed to be the preferred term. This searched returned ~1070 articles on topics like vicarious trauma. A lot of this work comes out of the oncology field, which I can’t even imagine.
Going back to the specific IHI stories, I also ran a topic model to see how the stories clustered. While the optimization occurred around fourteen topics, I wasn’t very happy with the result. A k of 10 worked a little better, but it’s not great. In the interest of transparency, here it is.
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Republic of Peru
Capital: Lima HDI: 0.737 (82nd)
Language: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
GDP (PPP): $371.3 billion
Currency: Nuevo Sol
Population: ~ 30.4 million
The mountainous country of Peru benefits from a rich history, exponential economic growth, and a vibrant export market. The diverse geography of Peru endows it with a wealth of natural resources. In particular Peru is the world’s second largest silver producer and third largest copper producer. Since the early 2000’s poverty has fell from 50% to less than 20%, and this is due in many ways to effective government policies as well as foreign economic investment. The country has pursued a free trade policy and signed trade deals with the EU, USA, regional neighbors, and major Latin American economies that will stimulate investment.
Peru Economy Profile
Peru’s economy reflects its varied topography – an arid lowland coastal region, the central high sierra of the Andes, the dense forest of the Amazon, with tropical lands bordering Colombia and Brazil. A wide range of important mineral resources are found in the mountainous and coastal areas, and Peru’s coastal waters provide excellent fishing grounds. Peru is the world’s second largest producer of silver and third largest producer of copper. The Peruvian economy has been growing by an average of 5.6% for the past five years with a stable exchange rate and low inflation
Peru Economic Outlook
For 2016 and 2017, we forecast a temporary acceleration in growth
Industry Trends & Business Climate
Peru Analysis | Peru Research & Forecasts
This site provides industry analysis, forecasts and economic, political and operational risk analysis in Peru.
Peru Overview – World Bank
Over the past decade, Peru has been one of the region’s fastest-growing economies. Between 2005 and 2014, the average growth rate was 6.1% in a context of low inflation (2.9%, on average)
Establishing a Presence
Business Types – Company & Corporation Types in Peru
There are different types of legal entities which investors can use in order to incorporate businesses in Peru. The main legal forms of companies according to law are: corporation, limited liability companies, branch offices, joint venture, etc. Any proceedings may be carried out directly or through a representative.
Business Types – Incorporating a Business in Peru
A Sociedad Anonima Cerrada (S.A.C.) is one of the best types of company for doing business in Peru.
Business Registration Requirements – How to set up a Company or Corporation in Peru
Any company established in Peru with national or foreign capitals is governed by the General Law on Companies. Companies are established in a sole act performed by the founding partners. To establish a Company only two partners who may be individuals (or a corporate body) and the preparation of the Minutes of Incorporation are required. The process of setting up a company (framework) usually takes about four to six weeks (not including the time consuming Municipal permits for the offices or production premises).
Business Registration Requirements – Starting a Business in Peru – Doing Business
This site provides a detailed summary of the bureaucratic and legal hurdles faced by entrepreneurs wishing to incorporate and register a new firm in Peru.
Peru Personal Income Tax Rat
The Personal Income Tax Rate in Peru stands at 30 percent.
Peru – Taxes on personal income
Domiciled individuals are subject to income tax on their worldwide income, whereas non-domiciled individuals are only taxed on their Peruvian-source income.
Corporate Tax Rate
The Corporate Tax Rate in Peru stands at 30 percent. Corporate Tax Rate in Peru averaged 29.82 percent from 1997 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 30 percent in 1998 and a record low of 27 percent in 2003. Corporate Tax Rate in Peru is reported by the Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas y de Administración Tributaria.
Corporate Tax in Peru
Before setting up a company in Peru, it is advisable to enquire about income tax. The type of income tax that applies to businesses established in Peru is called “third category income tax” (impuesto a la renta de tercera categoría).
Peru Sales Tax Rate | VAT
The Sales Tax Rate (VAT) in Peru stands at 16 percent. Sales Tax Rate in Peru averaged 17.50 percent from 2006 until 2015, reaching an all time high of 19 percent in 2007 and a record low of 16 percent in 2011. Sales Tax Rate in Peru is reported by the Superintendencia Nacional de Aduanas y de Administración Tributaria.
Peru to cut VAT rate to 14% by 2016
Peru to cut VAT rate to 14% by 2016
Peru – US Department of State
See “Entry, Exit & Visa Requirements
Peru Visa and Passport Requirements
A business visa is required for all nationals if the purpose of the visit is business. Any business-related unpaid work can be made on a tourist visa.
Types of Public Transport in Peru
A summary of all forms of public transportation in Peru
Getting Around in Peru | Frommer’s
Because of its size and natural barriers, including difficult mountain terrain, long stretches of desert coast, and extensive rainforest, Peru is complicated to navigate.
Telecom/IT – Peru – Telecom Market Trends, Key Statistics and Regulatory
Telecom penetration in Peru reflects the country’s poverty map. Fixed-line and mobile subscribers are highly concentrated in urban areas – particularly the capital city. Besides poverty, another factor to contend with is geographical inaccessibility, both in the Andean mountains and in the Amazon jungles. –
Telecom/IT – Peru Guide: Telecommunications
Peru’s telecommunications market has grown significantly over recent years. Its economic development has attracted investments from local and international companies in all industries for geographic expansion and automation.
Labor Rules and Obligations – Employment Law in Peru
Since 1990, labor unions have grown stronger, workers’ rights are fully respected and the increased dialogue between labor, business and government has resulted in a more balanced national labor policy.
Labor Market Regulation in Peru
This site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, improve job quality for workers, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Peru.
Labor Rules and Obligations – Labor Market Regulation in Peru
This World Bank site provides a detailed summary of some of the labor regulations that would apply to local entrepreneurs wishing to hire workers, organize working schedules, or make workers redundant for economic reasons in Peru.
Business Etiquette – Business Etiquette in Peru
The dos and don’ts of business etiquette in Peru
Business Etiquette – Peruvian Manners and Etiquette
Some of the rules of Peruvian etiquette can be confusing for visitors from other countries.
Cost of Living in Peru
Cost of living information includes price indices for rent, food, utilities, transportation, restaurants, clothing and more
Cost of living in Peru
Compared to other Latin American countries Peru has an average cost of living.
Holidays in Peru
There are a number of national holidays in Peru, some of which will be familiar to most travelers while others are unique to the Peruvian calendar.
Safety – Peru – US Department of State
US Department of State – Go to Safety and Security for updates from the Peruvian government
Safety – Peru Travel Safety Recommendation
Tourists heading to Peru should know that while this South American country is a beautiful destination with lots to enjoy, it’s also a third-world country with a unique set of safety and security issues for travelers to be aware of.
Climate – Peru Weather, Climate and Geography
The weather in Peru varies according to area – the changes in altitude are so extreme that the climate goes from freezing snow in the mountains to boiling sun on the coast. Likewise, the coast covers such a large stretch of longitude that the temperature changes dramatically as you head further south.
Climate – Location – Peru’s Geography and Climate
Peru’s special geography makes it a prime location to experience climate extremes.
Education System in PeruEducation –
While public education is free, private schools operate at all levels of the education system. Schools in both the public and private sectors follow the national curriculum, set federally and overseen by local education authorities, as mandated in a 2008 ministerial decree.
Education – Peru Education
Education in Peru is compulsory for children from the age of 7 years to 16 years. Secondary education in the government institutions in Peru is free of cost.
Holidays and observances in Per
National, holidays and observances
Demographics – Peru Demographics Profile
Demographic information includes population, quality of life, health, sports, technology, energy and the environment
Demographics – Peru – The World Factbook
Features map and brief descriptions of the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military and transnational issues.
Trade Agreements – SICE: Countries: Peru : Trade Policy Documents
Information on trade agreements in force and those that have been signed but not in force
Trade Agreements – Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Peru
Nearly 95% of Peru’s exports are covered by Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) currently in force.
Import Export Regulations – Peruvian Customs: Regulations, Export-Import
Regulations from Peruvian Customs
Import Export Regulations – customs regulations and information for import
Import information regarding personal effects, motor vehicles and more
Housing and Rentals
Types of Accommodation in Peru – Peru Travel
Accommodation options in Peru range from rustic homestays to luxury lodges and everything in between. Prices also vary greatly.
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PATNA: Consumption of refined oil is blocking the arteries of human beings, according to heart specialists.
The startling revelation was made at the “Cardicon 2017”, the annual conference of Cardiological Society of India, Bihar chapter. The two-two conference attended my eminent cardiologists from across the country and abroad concluded on Sunday.
“Previously, people in India were primarily dependent on mustard oil and hence they were healthy,” a leading doctor from AIIMS, Delhi, Dr Rakesh Yadav was quoted by a local daily as saying at the conference.
According to him, till recently, the people didn’t know about refined oil but today its consumption has registered manifold increase.
“Some six to seven inorganic chemicals are used to refine oil while in case of its double refine, the number of chemicals used for the purpose go up to 10 to 12. To add fragrance, protein is removed from the oil. These chemicals badly affect our arteries and harm the bodies,” Dr Yadav explained.
He suggested the people to use raw mustard oil, ‘kachi ghani’ mustard oil or coconut oil to stay healthy.
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How to practice Mindfulness?
How to practice Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the state of conscious awareness. It includes being aware about the present state of the mind, body and environment. Mindfulness practice focuses on living in the present to the exclusion of any thoughts that relates to the past or the future.
Take a read through few methods for practicing Mindfulness:
To practice one of the most common and effective mindfulness exercise, indulge yourself in the art of meditation. Take out some time and space from your daily routine. Try to find the most comfortable sitting position. Correct your posture. Try to clear your head from all the stressful thoughts and focus on your breath. You can also try to partake in relaxation breathing, this will help you in calming your nerves. Make sure that you're taking deep breaths. You can keep doing so for 30-40 minutes. Mindfulness meditation can be anywhere between 10-45 minutes to be effective. When you're nearing the end make your breaths longer and reduce the speed of your breathing to come to a lower pace. Finally you can end with slowly opening your eyes.
Mindful journaling help you explore yourself. Once you get started in penning down your feelings, you'll feel an open flow where you don't have to think about the next sentence, but some form of self guidance is needed. You can try asking yourself why you're feeling a certain way, when do you particularly have these feelings etc. One key aspect of mindful journaling is reflection. Reflect upon your feelings, introspect. Write down all conflicting thoughts, confused feelings, and curious questions. All of it will help you grow and heal.
Mindfulness walking can help you tap the unknown. It’s the mental and physical way to be mindful. What you need to do is focus on the physical act of walking, noticing the trees on both sides of the road, feeling the gentle breeze. It’s easier to focus in the present hike walking. What's important here is to differentiate it from your traditional morning walk, jogging. It is calm, slow paced, thoughtful walking.
What is central to all the three mindful practices is consistency. Consistent mindfulness practice can help you achieve kindness, compassion, gratitude, attain work-life balance, provide relief from stress, feeling of anxiety and depression.
You may also seek assistance from trained counsellor Ms. Urja Dhagia through online counselling services and learn about detailed tips of practicing mindfulness.
Start your mindfulness practice, and let us know how it’s going for you guys.
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The course of action:
The intention was to create a very strong kind of glue to develop various applications within the company 3M. Dr. Spence Silver, a 3M researcher, developed a glue based on very small ‘sticky balls’ believing that this technique would result in a glue with strong cohesive properties.
Since only a small part of each ‘sticky ball’ actually makes contact with the flat surface to which it is being ‘glued’, it resulted in a layer, that although it stuck well, it was also easily removed. Dr Spence was disappointed – the new glue performed worse that 3M’s existing glues and 3M terminated the research program into this technology.
The ‘Eureka moment’ came 4 years later when Art Fry, a college of Dr. Spence, who was frustrated by the bookmarks that kept falling out of his hymn book, hit on the idea of using Dr. Spence’s glue technology to make a reliable bookmark. The idea for the Post-it was born. In 1981, one year after the introduction Post-it® Notes, the product was chosen as Outstanding New Product. Since then, various other products have since been added to the Post-it range.
Many ‘brilliant failures’ are born along the lines of the Post-it principle. The ‘inventor’ is working on one problem and by luck – or better-said serendipity – finds a solution for another problem. For the one who was working on the initial problem, and who is confronted with unexpected results, it is often – but not always – ‘difficult’ to see a direct application for the results of their work – i.e. to see the value in their ‘failure’. In many cases, as was for the Post-it, it takes another to extract the ‘value’ out of the ‘unexpected’ results. They are looking for a solution for a different problem, and can examine the ‘unexpected’ results from a completely different perspective. | <urn:uuid:2c8f5d04-a1a9-462b-bcd9-20a88d285b22> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.briljantemislukkingen.nl/2012/02/06/post-it-van-3m-2/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.973932 | 465 | 2.34375 | 2 |
You can’t control what you cannot measure. Rightly put out by Tom DeMarco, a software engineer, author, and consultant for software engineering topics, the same applies to your test automation initiatives.
Understanding the QA process to identify and fix pain points is crucial. That is why test automation metrics are inevitable to you. With the right one in hand, you can improve your team’s performance and efficiency. Also, it helps you feed relevant, insightful data while testing to leverage speed and coverage. But before you create one, know what test automation strategy suits your product the best.
Prime Characteristics of a Test Automation Metrics
1. Define automation goals
2. Continuously track test metrics
3. Identify/make relevant changes
4. Addition of assignments and projects
5. Build outcome-based strategies
What Test Automation Metric Does Your Product Need?
The reason why you rope-in a test automation metrics is to measure performance besides maintaining consistency. Also, it’s your guidebook to put all resources to full use and see your test automation plan is completely executed. While addressing what test automation metrics you need, including one that gives you the following acumens, is the best.
Gives You the Complete Test Duration
It showcases the entire time spent by your team to perform all automation tests. The gain is, it defines and gives you valuable insights into the total effort and resources needed for automation.
Detailed Test Coverage
Gives you accurate statistics on the total number of unit tests performed to cover the entire code. For developers, it’s a reference to see how robust the codebase is. It also shows the conditions of each testing path and the actual code quality.
Text Execution Status
Displays details on whether all your tests got executed or not, their performance, and whether the tests generate intended outcomes.
Detailed Log for Passed and Failed Tests
Shows you the number of tests passed and the ones that failed. Knowing pass/fail test percentage gives you valuable insights into testing trends and capabilities to predict outcomes.
The metric should also give you the count of all notable defects that happen during all testing cycles.
Knowing the number of defects alone is not enough. Your metrics should also give you the exact location of these issues within the codebase. It helps developers quickly resolve the issue permanently rather than quick fixes.
These metrics give you ROI measures, their effectiveness, and data to realize positive ROI. It also helps software engineers to evaluate whether their automation approach is the best for ROI and QA processes.
Your test automation metrics should give predictive results from a QA process. A test data repository will assist software engineers in making error-free decisions over ongoing or future testing.
In a nutshell, to perform good monitoring, gain insightful data, and accurately measure your automation and its efficacy, you need robust, insightful test automation metrics in place. It’s a significant way to determine ROI, understand what changes/improvements to make, and leverage automation speed, coverage, and efficiency.
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No one ever wants to see a loved one in a state of fear, pain, or discomfort. Unfortunately, those living with PTSD experience these feelings more often than not. If you care for someone who has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, then you know how hard it can be to watch them suffer. individuals diagnosed with PTSD might have severe nightmares or night terrors. These aren’t your ordinary run-of-the-mill bad dreams. These often involve involuntary body movements, flailing around, and vivid imagery that can cause extreme stress, anxiety, and even pain. While there is no cure or instant healing involved when it comes to PTSD, there are things you can do to help your partner through a difficult moment, especially if it’s happening in the middle of the night. Below is a list of different ways to handle PTSD nightmares with your loved one.
Find a Support System
The most important thing you can do when your loved one is diagnosed with PTSD is to find a PTSD treatment center for support. The best PTSD treatment center will have resources available for the both of you. Remember, it’s important to practice self-care when you’re dealing with a partner with PTSD. You both need support and professional therapists to lean on. Don’t hesitate to reach out to a treatment facility near you to get the information and help that you need.
Don’t Wake Them Up
It’s awful to have to watch your loved one experience a night terror. Your instinct is to want to wake them up and save them from whatever it is that they’re seeing. However, it’s important to not wake them up and allow them to work through the episode. They’re more likely to forget the dream if they’re able to sleep through it. Waking them up in the middle of a nightmare can be jarring, making it difficult for them to forget the imagery or get back to sleep.
Stay Away from Alcohol
Those suffering from PTSD should avoid drugs and alcohol altogether. It can become easy to be dependent upon substances that alter your mind or body when you have PTSD. However, when it comes to sleeping habits, alcohol can make it much worse. Even without PTSD, alcohol can disturb your sleep patterns. It’s highly recommended by PTSD treatment centers to never drink before bedtime.
Have Healthy Bedtime Rituals
PTSD nightmares and violent episodes are more likely to occur when your partner is in a state of anxiety or stress. It’s important to try to practice calming the mind and body before it’s time to go to sleep. Of course, methods like meditation and yoga are great approaches to a good night’s sleep. However, other calming activities like playing an instrument, enjoying a cup of tea, classical music, or even watching something funny on TV can help ease your partner into the evening.
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What is Bursitis?
Our bodies have over 150 tiny fluid filled sacs, called bursae, that lubricate between tissues and joints. Without these it would be really hard to move as fluidly as we do. Our more important joints (shoulders, ankles, elbows and knees) usually have bursae right next to the tendons. Bursitis occurs when the bursa become inflamed or irritated. The joints are not the area that is causing the pain but the tissues that surround the joints are the afflicted area.
Bursitis is common in people who are already suffering from arthritis or have overexerted their bodies. It is caused by the alignment or moving the body in an irregular way. If you do not warm up prior to exercise or heavy lifting bursitis can occur because the muscles have not been warmed up properly. Weak muscles can also cause this to happen.
It is really important to ease yourself into a physical activity. If you have not lifted weights for 5 years and all of a sudden decide to go knock out a 4 hour lifting session you are setting yourself up for bursitis. Make sure that you gradually ease back into a lifting or exercise routine rather than jumping in it all at once.
These useful tips can help prevent and reduce the recurrence of bursitis.
- Exercise regularly by doing range-of-motion exercises to maintain strength and flexibility, especially your core abdominal muscles.
- Stretch your muscles or warm up before physical activity.
- Practice good posture by not slouching, walking with a stooped back or leaning on your elbows.
- Take regular breaks from daily activities that place repetitive strain on your muscles or joints.
- Avoid sitting still for long periods and make an effort to move around more.
- Alternate the activities by resting or participating in activity that does not cause discomfort.
- Protect your wrists and hands by using utensils or pens with large or foam-covered handles so that do not clench or grip too tightly.
- Use cushioned chairs and kneeling and elbow pads to protect joints and provide added support.
- Wear supportive shoes. Avoid wearing shoes that do not fit properly and wear heel cups or shoe inserts if required.
- Avoid smoking as smoking weakens collagen production needed for wound and tissue healing.
Bursitis Diagnosis and Treatments
When you go to the doctor they will thoroughly check out the area that is in pain. They will be looking for tenderness and swelling. There is a good chance they will use additional tests such as X-rays, blood tests or extraction of the fluid in the bursae for further testing.
You will need to rest the area that is afflicted by bursitis and apply ice if it is severely inflamed. Heat is used for chronic inflammation. The doctor will probably prescribe a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, cortisone or medication to help with the pain. Every case is different so you might receive one or all of these medications. In rare cases, an aspiration procedure is used to remove the excess fluid from the swollen bursae. This is done with a needle and syringe in a sterile environment. Bursitis usually heals on it’s own when you take care and not exert the afflicted joint any more than you need to.
Boswellia, White Willow and Turmeric are herbs that have been proven to help with inflammation. Devil’s Claw has properties that will give you great support while your joints heal themselves. Glucosamine is naturally produced in the body and is concentrated in areas surrounding our bones and joints. It is the bodies natural way of healing our joints and bones. Go to your local vitamin store and get a bottle of glucosamine and use it regularly, like the bottle says. As always, the most important thing you can do is not overexert yourself and drink plenty of fluids.
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One of the exciting things about working with Red Cross mapping projects is that we endeavor to build the capacity of the community so that they can plan and lead field projects for themselves. The American Red Cross GIS team sometimes trains mappers ourselves, but we are excited to move more and more towards a model of empowering the local Red Cross and other institutions so that they understand the tools available for mapping, the process for designing fieldwork, and the workflow for cleaning and uploading data and conducting analysis.
Over the spring and summer, we led trainings in Jamaica and Belize that were intended to raise the capacity of local staff and partners.
In Belize, for example, we led a workshop with 18 participants from agencies with expertise in social services and emergency response, fire response, youth and MARP communities, mapping apps creator, and the national spatial data management division. Participants gained familiarity and skills for the main aspects of the Missing Maps approach:
Participants appreciated learning about different ways to collect information and the accessibility. These included:
The trainings took place both in the classroom and during field mapping practice in Belize City and Gungulung.
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Safety CaUsation, Benefits and Efficiency (SafetyCube) is a European Commission supported Horizon 2020 project with the objective of developing an innovative road safety Decision Support System (DSS). The DSS will enable policy-makers and stakeholders to select and implement the most appropriate strategies, measures, and cost-effective approaches to reduce casualties of all road user types and all severities.
This document is the second deliverable (4.2) of work package 4, which is dedicated to identifying and assessing road safety measures related to road users in terms of their effectiveness.
The focus of deliverable 4.2 is on the identification and assessment of countermeasures and describes the corresponding operational procedure and outcomes. Measures which intend to increase road safety of all kind of road user groups have been considered.
The following steps have been carried out:
- Identification of human related road safety measures– creation of a taxonomy
- Consultation of relevant stakeholders and outcomes of previous related projects for identification of most important human related measures
- Systematic literature search and selection of relevant studies on identified key measures
- Coding of evaluation studies
- Analysis of key measures on basis of coded studies
- Synopses of key measures
The core output of this task are synopses on road safety measures, which will also be available through the DSS. Within the synopses, each countermeasure (or group of measures) was analysed systematically on basis of scientific studies and is further assigned to one of four levels of effectiveness (marked with a colour code). Essential information of around 240 included studies was coded and will also be available in the database of the DSS.
Furthermore, the synopses contain theoretical background on the measures and are prepared in different sections with different levels of detail for an academic as well as a non-academic audience. These sections can be read independently.
It is important to note that quantifying the relationship between road user related countermeasures and road safety is a difficult task. Corresponding evaluation studies are not always assessing the impact of a countermeasure on the accident occurrence or severity but rather on alternative factors which, however, are proven or considered as relevant for road safety. The descriptive and qualitative context provided in the measures synopses is therefore important to be considered.
The analysed countermeasures were assessed as ‘Green’ (effective), ‘Light green’ (probably effective), ‘Grey’ (unclear results) or ‘Red’ (ineffective or counterproductive).
- Law and enforcement – General police enforcement, speeding
- Law and enforcement – DUI checkpoints, selective and random breath testing
- Law and enforcement – Laws and enforcement for seatbelt wearing
- Fitness to drive assessment and rehabilitation – Alcohol interlock
- Fitness to drive assessment and rehabilitation – Rehabilitation
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Seatbelt
- Law and enforcement – License suspension
- Law and enforcement – BAC limits, BAC limits for novice drivers
- Driver training and Licensing – Formal pre-license training, graduated driver licensing and probation
- Education and voluntary trainings and programmes – Child pedestrians
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Aggressive and inconsiderate behaviour
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Campaigns in general
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Child restraint
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Speeding and inappropriate speed
- Awareness raising and campaigns – Driving under the influence
- Law and enforcement –Increasing traffic fines
- Law and enforcement – Hours of service regulations for commercial drivers
- Law and enforcement – Demerit point systems
- Law and enforcement – Red light cameras
- Fitness to drive assessment and rehabilitation – Medical referrals
- Law and enforcement – Laws and enforcement for mobile phone use (handheld, hands-free)
- Education – None statutory training for novice drivers
Ineffective or counterproductive
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Manfred Bietak (born in Vienna, 6 October 1940) is an Austrian archaeologist. He is professor emeritus of Egyptology at the University of Vienna, working as the principal investigator for an ERC Advanced Grant Project "The Hyksos Enigma" and editor-in-chief of the journal Ägypten und Levante (Egypt and the Levant) and of four series of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, Institute of Oriental and European Archaeology (2016–2020).
6 October 1940
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Bietak is best known as the director of the Austrian excavations at two sites in the Nile Delta: Tell El-Dab'a, which was identified as the location of Avaris, the capital of the Hyksos period; and Piramesse, which was the capital of the Nineteenth Dynasty of Egypt. The site was also most probably the naval base Peru-nefer of Thutmosis III and Amenhotep II. A palace precinct of those kings, furnished with Minoan frescoes was one of the most important discoveries. Bietak has also conducted excavations in western Thebes (Luqsor), where he discovered the huge tomb of Ankh-Hor, Chief steward of the Divine Wife of Amun Nitokris (26th Dynasty). Since 2013 he conducts excavations at the Middle Kingdom Palace at Bubastis.
Bietak studied archeology at University of Vienna, obtaining his Dr. phil. in 1964 and an honorary PhD. in 2009. In 1961–1964, he took part in the archaeological rescue expedition of UNESCO at Sayala in Nubia, and he also supervised excavations there; in 1965 he was the director of the expedition. During 1966–1972, he was the scientific secretary and later the scientific counsellor at the Austrian Embassy in Cairo. In 1973, he founded the Austrian Archaeological Institute in Cairo; he has been the director of the institute until 2009.
Bietak is the founder and director of the Austrian Archaeological Institute in Cairo 1973–2009. He was chairman of the Institute of Egyptology (1984–2009) and of the Vienna Institute of Archaeological Science (2004–2011) at the University of Vienna and chairman of the Commission for Egypt and the Levant at the Austrian Academy of Sciences. From 1999 to 2011, he was also founder and first speaker of the Special Research Programme (SFB) "Synchronisation of Civilisations in the Eastern Mediterranean in the Second Millennium BC – SCIEM 2000" at the Austrian Academy of Sciences. In 1997 and 2006, he was visiting professor at the Collège de France; in 2004, he was Martha Whitcomb visiting professor at Harvard; between 2016 and 2017 he was guest scholar at the Getty Research Institute at Malibu, California. He is professor emeritus of Egyptology at the University of Vienna.
Bietak has been elected to several scholarly institutions: Foreign Honorary Member of the Archaeological Institute of America; Full Member of the Austrian Academy of Sciences; Corresponding Fellow of the British Academy; Full Member of German Archaeological Institute; Membre titulaire de l'Institut d'Égypte; Foreign Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Letters; Membre associé de l'Institut de France : Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres; Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries; Foreign Member of the Royal Society of Arts and Sciences in Gothenburg; Foreign Fellow of the Polish Academy of Sciences and Foreign Fellow of the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei in Rome and an honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences at Cambridge, Ma. He is also a member of the following: Council of the International Union of Egyptologists (1976–2013); Scientific Committee of the International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East; Visiting Committee of the Egyptian Department of the Metropolitan Museum of New York.
Additionally, he has supervised or reviewed at least 40 PhD dissertations and at least 18 Masters theses, at the universities of Amsterdam, Berlin, Cambridge, Copenhagen, Göttingen, Hamburg, Helwan, London, Vienna.
In 2006, there was a three-volume Festschrift published in his honour. The Festschrift includes a list of works that Bietak authored or co-authored up to 2006: 21 monographs, 164 research articles, and 17 review articles. Bietak has also edited or co-edited 8 periodicals, including the Egyptological journal Egypt and the Levant.
In 2015, Bietak won from the European Research Council an ERC Advanced Grant "The Hyksos Enigma" and is principal investigator and head of this project which is accommodated at the Austrian Academy of Sciences and at the Bournemouth University, UK. This project explores the origins of western Asiatic populations in the Nile Delta during the Middle Kingdom (c. 2000–1800 BC) and the Second Intermediate Period (c. 1800–1530 BC) and how the Hyksos seized power in Lower Egypt. Research also is focused on the reasons for the decline and failure of the Hyksos 15th Dynasty and its lasting impact on the Egyptian culture of the New Kingdom.
This partial list is taken from Manfred Bietak bibliography page
- M. Bietak, “Minoan Wall-paintings Unearthed at Ancient Avaris,” Egyptian Archaeology: Bulletin of the Egyptian Exploration Society 2(1992) 26–28.
- M. Bietak, “Connections between Egypt and the Minoan World: New Results from Tell el-Dab’a/Avaris,” in W. V. Davies and L. Schofield (eds.), Egypt, the Aegean and the Levant (London 1995) 19–28.
- M. Bietak, “‘Rich beyond the Dreams of Avaris: Tell el-Dab’a and the Aegean World – A Guide for the Perplexed’. A Response to Eric H. Cline,” Annual of the BSA 95(2000) 185–205.
- M. Bietak, “Minoan Presence in the Pharaonic Naval Base of Peru-nefer,” in O. Krzsyzkowska (ed.), Cretan Offerings: Studies in Honour of Peter Warren [BSA Studies 18] (London 2010) 11–24.
- M. Bietak, J. Dorner, I. Hein, and P. Janosi, “Neue Grabungsergebnisse aus Tell el-Dab’a und ‘Ezbet Helmi im östlichen Nildelta 1989–1991,” Ägypten und Levante 4(1994) 9–80.
- M. Bietak and N. Marinatos, “The Minoan Wall Paintings from Avaris,” Ägypten und Levante 5(1995) 49–62.
- M. Bietak and N. Marinatos, “Avaris (Tell el-Dab’a) and the Minoan World,” in A. Karetsou (ed.), Krete-Aigyptos: Politismikoi desmoi trion chilietion (Athens 2000) 40–44.
- M. Bietak, N. Marinatos, and C. Palyvou, “The Maze Tableau from Tell el-Dab’a,” in S. Sherratt (ed.), Proceedings of the First International Symposium “The Wall Paintings of Thera” I (Athens 2000) 77–88.
- M. Bietak, N. Marinatos, and C. Palyvou, Taureador Scenes in Tell el-Dab’a (Avaris) and Knossos (Vienna 2007).
- M. Bietak, “Bronze Age Paintings in the Levant: Chronological and Cultural Considerations,” in: M. Bietak, & E. Czerny (ed.), The Synchronisation of Civilisations in the Eastern Mediterranean in the Second Millennium BC (vol. III), Proceedings of the SCIEM 2000-Euro Conference, Vienna, 2–7 May 2003, in: Contributions to the Chronology of the Eastern Mediterranean, ed. by M. Bietak & H. Hunger, vol. VII, Vienna 2007, 269–300.
- M. Bietak, “From where came the Hyksos and where did they go”, in: M. Marée (ed.), The Second Intermediate Period (Thirteenth – Seventeenth Dynasties): Current Research, Future Prospects, OLA 192, (Leuven 2010) 139–181.
- M. Bietak, „Houses, Palaces and Development of Social Structure in Avaris,” in: M. Bietak, E. Czerny & I. Forstner-Müller, Cities and Urbanism, International Workshop in November 2006 at the Austrian Academy of Sciences Vienna, UZK XXXV, Denkschriften der Gesamtakademie LX (Vienna 2010), 11–68.
- M. Bietak, “A Palace of the Hyksos Khayan at Avaris,“ in: P. Matthiae, F. Pinnock, L. Nigro, and N. Marchetti (eds.), Proceedings of the 6th International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East (5May – 10 May 2008 »Sapienza«, Università di Roma), vol. II (Wiesbaden 2010), Harrassowitz, 99–109.
- M. Bietak, “Le Hyksos Khayan, son palais et une lettre en cuneiforme,” CRAIBL 2010, 973–990.
- M. Bietak, “Minoan Presence in the Pharaonic Naval Base of Peru-nefer,” in: O. Krzyszkowska (ed.), Cretan Offerings: Studies in Honour of Peter Warren, BSA Studies 18 (London 2010 11–24.
- M. Bietak, “La Belle Fête de la Vallée : l’Asasif revisité”, in: Chr. Zivie-Coche et Ivan Guermeur (eds.), "Parcourir l'éternité", Hommages à Jean Yoyotte, Bibliothèque de l'École des Hautes Études, Section des Sciences religieuses (Paris 2012) 135–163.
- M. Bietak, “On the Historicity of the Exodus: What Egyptology Today Can Contribute to Assessing the Sojourn in Egypt,” in T. E. Levy, T. Schneider and W.H.C. Propp (eds.), Israel's Exodus in Transdisciplinary Perspective: Text, Archaeology, Culture, and Geoscience (Heidelberg-New York-Dordrecht-London 2015) 17–36.
- M. Bietak, “Harbours and Coastal Military Bases in Egypt in the 2nd Millennium BC: Avaris – Peru-nefer – Piramesse,” in: H. Willems & J.-M. Dahms (Hrsg.), The Nile: Natural and Cultural Landscape in Egypt. Proceedings of the International Symposium held at the Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, 22 & 23 February 2013, (Bielefeld 2016) 53–70.
- Curriculum Vitae: Manfred Bietak PhD habil PhD h.c. at Academia.edu
- "Severed Hands Discovered in Ancient Egypt Palace". Live Science. Live Science. Retrieved 13 September 2018.
- "Documentary detailing evidence of biblical Exodus to be shown in Siren". Burnett County Sentinel. Burnett County Sentinel. Retrieved 13 September 2018.
- "Egyptologists Discover Pits Filled With Giant Severed Hands in ..." Breaking Israel News. Breaking Israel News. 2017-11-14. Retrieved 13 September 2018.
- "Ägypten und Levante / Egypt and the Levant". Austrian Academy of Sciences Press. 26. 2016. JSTOR i40177777.
- The Hyksos Enygma
- Austrian Archaeological Institute: Cairo Branch
- Manfred Bietak at the Austrian Academy of Sciences
- Manfred Bietak bibliography page at OEAW.Academia.edu[permanent dead link]
- SCIEM 2000 Synchronisation of Civilisations in the Eastern Mediterranean in the Second Millennium B.C.
- Vienna Institute for Archaeological Science
- Biodata Manfred Bietak (in German)
- Full bibliography at http://www.auaris.at/
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Data is growing at unprecedented rates. In 2018, IDC predicted that the amount of new data captured, created, and replicated in a given year would grow from 33 zettabytes in 2018 to 175 zettabytes by 2025.1 Their latest prediction expects that amount to more than double from now to 2026.
This avalanche of data creates not only opportunity, but also threats. In fact, cyber threats are noticeably more frequent today, with 93% of organizations suffering from data-related business disruption from attacks in the last 12 months. You can bet that data security will be top of mind for your organization, as it grows more reliant on the data it creates and stores.
Qumulo is committed to keeping you ahead of impending threats. With the latest release of Qumulo Core, we addressed two critical aspects of data security at massive scale: 1.) knowing exactly who is accessing your data storage system and 2.) controlling what data certain users are allowed to access and modify.
Secure File Access for Anyone from Anywhere
As the complexity of data environments grows, applications, devices, and users need to access file data in different ways, while maintaining the highest level of security. Qumulo customers have benefited from strong authentication and access control via SMB. NFSv3 provides access to a common pool of data across a protocol commonly used by Linux operating systems, but lacks the strong authentication mechanism of SMB. Since expanding our multi-protocol support to include NFSv4.1 in 2021, we’ve built our protocol stack from the ground up focusing on simplicity, efficiency, and security.
The latest versions of Qumulo Core enhance data security for NFSv4.1 workloads with authentication support via Kerberos, improved file locking control, and more intuitive ACL-based data permission management for multi-protocol environments. Now, any user can benefit from superior file data access through multiple protocols, while maintaining the highest standard of security and control.
Authentication Via Kerberos
Qumulo now offers strong, Kerberos-based authentication for NFSv4 clients, which has significant security advantages over NFSv3. In NFSv3, users can impersonate any user they wish with root access to their client machine. Kerberos solves this problem using a key-and-ticket system to securely authenticate users from Microsoft Active Directory, effectively eliminating the problem of savvy users who could spoof another user’s identity to access data over NFSv3.
The latest version of Qumulo Core also includes a more streamlined ACL editor, providing more user-friendly information to identify users and groups. This enhancement lets you see and leverage AD/LDAP user and group names, rather than going through a complicated, error-prone process of tracking and using UID and GID strings when managing file owner/trustee/access settings. Qumulo’s NFSv4.1 ACLs will interoperate cleanly in a cross-protocol environment. The ACLs they manipulate over NFSv4.1 can be configured, using either the standard Linux nfs-acl-tools utility from any NFSv4 client, or directly from the Qumulo CLI, to match the Windows NTFS ACLs on the SMB side, and vice-versa.
The table below shows one example of how permissions can be configured to match across both NFSv4 and SMB, using the same AD group (Everyone) to grant matching access (Read/Execute) to the same file (myfile.ext) on the Qumulo cluster.
|Permissions||NFSv4.1 Command||Qumulo CLI Command||NTFS (SMB) ACL Command|
|Add Read and Execute permissions to the file myfile.ext||nfs4_setfacl -a “A::EVERYONE@:rtRx” myfile.ext||qq fs_modify_acl –-path /myfile.ext add_entry -y Allowed -t “EVERYONE” -r Execute/Traverse, Read||icacls \myfile.ext /grant EVERYONE:RX|
Combining fine-grained ACL control with Kerberos-based authentication lets you guarantee only authorized users can access certain data sets and limit users to specific directories on the file system. This is especially critical for organizations with highly-sensitive data looking to:
1: Consolidate data into large, shared pools, while maintaining granular control for various user access levels.
2: Maintain a standard level of security and data awareness for regulatory compliance
3: Enable more secure data access for a large Linux/POSIX user base over NFSv4.1
Lock Handling Support
The latest release also includes improved lock handling for file access. When files are accessed by a client, they are placed in a locked state to ensure other clients aren’t able to write data to the file, preventing potential corruption or version conflict issues. NFSv3 had known problems with orphaned sessions leaving files locked, and administrators had to run a process to release locks from time to time. NFS v4.1 provides superior lock control and time outs to release locked files after some interval of inactivity.
Additionally, our NFSv4.1 protocol was built from the ground up in Rust, allowing us to provide the highest level of integration and interoperability with our existing protocols. This ensures that the best performance possible remains consistent with each node added as you scale. It also enables us to deliver constant, incremental improvements to your file system more frequently, to ensure that any user, device, or application in the organization can always take full advantage of your data while keeping it safe and secure. | <urn:uuid:e6a23ff1-4b54-4e50-b9b7-0d03987a43fe> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://qumulo.com/blog/qumulo-bolsters-data-security-with-nfsv4-1-enhancements-including-kerberos-based-authentication-and-improved-file-locking/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.88679 | 1,203 | 1.570313 | 2 |
Nuns kick of jubilee year to mark 25th anniversary on feast day of St. Joseph
Carmelite nuns attend the celebration of the 25th anniversary of their return to their monastery in Hue on March. 19. (Photo: UCA News)
Carmelite nuns in central Vietnam have begun a jubilee year to mark their return to a monastery confiscated by the country’s communist government.
Archbishop Joseph Nguyen Chi Linh of Hue celebrated a special Mass on March 19 — the feast of St Joseph — to begin the year-long jubilee to mark the 25th anniversary of their return to their old monastery in the former Vietnamese capital of Hue.
The celebration was attended by 50 priests and 300 Catholics.
St Joseph secretly and quietly supports and walks with Carmelites, especially in hard times, Archbishop Linh told the gathering.
When Vietnam was reunified under communist rule in 1975, Carmelites were among many people who endured intense psychological and physical suffering.
The prelate said Carmelites in Nha Trang hung pieces of paper with their prayers written on them around the neck of a statue of St Joseph and prayed to him when they lacked food.
Early in 1975, Carmelites in Hue moved to Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City) to escape the hard times the aftermath of the war brought, which saw soldiers taking over their monastery.
The government later gave it to the Daughters of Mary of the Immaculate Conception before it was returned to the Carmelites in1996.
During the celebration, Archbishop Linh, who is also president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Vietnam, blessed a newly-built bell tower, a two-meter high statue of St Joseph and many wooden crosses.
Sister Mary Ange de Jesus Hostie Nguyen Thi Nhan, 83, former superior of the monastery, said they always pray to St. Joseph when they start work or plan events.
She said they have just completed a new chapel dedicated to the saint, who they believe sent them the donors to cover the cost.
The new chapel is home to holy relics of over 30 Vietnamese martyrs and a wooden cross made from Jesus’ cross and which was given to the monastery when it was established in 1909.
Sister Mary Phan Thi Hong An, 36, who joined the monastery in 2012, said she makes cassocks and other items of clothing, while the other sisters grow vegetables, fruit and flowers, and raise poultry.
“We pray to Jesus, Mother Mary and St. Joseph and appeal to them for peace, strength and happiness so that we can overcome our challenges and pray for other people,” Sister An said.
Sister Nhan said the monastery has 55 nuns and nine novices living a life of prayer, sacrifice and quietness to pray for local priests, people in need and the local Church’s needs.
On March 19, Cardinal Peter Nguyen Van Nhon, former Archbishop of Hanoi, and two bishops concelebrated a special Mass to mark the 160th anniversary of the arrival of Carmelites in Ho Chi Minh City.
Four Carmelites led by French Mother Philomène de L’Immaculée Conception from Lisieux landed in Saigon in October 1860 and founded the first monastery in Vietnam.
There are 10 Carmelite monasteries with nearly 300 nuns in Vietnam.
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While SSDI hearings have traditionally been held in person, it's becoming more common to have hearings online for various reasons. If you will be having a hearing online, this needs to be taken just as seriously as a hearing in person and you may need an SSDI attorney to help you maximize your chances of making a good impression.
What to Expect With an Online Hearing
Many of the same procedures that are found in an in-person hearing are found in online hearings. For example, everyone will need to be sworn in. However, there are some advantages with an online hearing. For example, a participant that needs to attend the hearing from halfway across the country will have an easier time doing so.
Rehearse With Your Attorney
If you are not familiar with the technology that will be used during the courtroom, practice with your attorney. Basically, the camera will be rolling and you will simply speak like you would in a normal courtroom.
You will also need to gather together evidence to prove why you should be entitled to SSDI benefits and the evidence must be submitted to the hearing office by mail or fax machine. Working with a representative is especially recommended because they will know the proper procedure for submitting evidence.
Your Right to Representation
You are not required to have a disability attorney at your hearing, but the SSA will work with your attorney in the same way that they will work with you. The SSA will often feel that they must do more work to prepare you for the hearing if you are only representing yourself and the hearing is less likely to end up in your favor.
What to Expect from the Hearing
Once the hearing has been scheduled, you will need to attend the online hearing or give a reason in writing for why you are not able to attend. If the administrative law judge believes you have a good reason to miss the hearing, you will be allowed to reschedule it.
After you are sworn in, you will ask any questions you have if necessary. The administrative law judge will explain any issues with your case and will ask questions of you and your witnesses who are brought to the hearing. A medical expert might be asked to testify on your behalf. Based on the fact presented at the hearing, you may be able to have your disability benefits approved.
For more information, contact a disability attorney in your area.Share
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Abu Abd Allah Abdullah Muhammed ibn Muhammed ibn Ash Sharif al Idrisi (or Edrisi) was born in Sabtah (now Ceuta), Morocco, around 1100, descended through a long line of distinguished and aristocratic personages from the Muslim prophet, Muhammed. (The painting shown here is speculative; there are no known, accurate depictions of Idrisi, and medieval Islam generally discouraged the portrayal of humans.) It is possible that his family was traditionally associated, perhaps through commerce, with Sicily's northwestern emirate, with its capital of Bal'harm (Palermo), and Idrisi certainly had kin in Sicily. His immediate ancestors were the Hammudids of the caliphate of Spain and north Africa, a branch of Morocco's Idrisids, and it was at Cordoba and Marrakesh that Idrisi's earliest education took place. He eventually visited the Holy Land and Asia Minor, as well as parts of France and possibly England.
According to the contemporary Spanish Arab traveller Ibn Jubayr (1145-1217), Idrisi's Hammudi family was influential among Sicily's Muslims, and Idrisi's fame as a man of letters was known before his invitation to the court of King Roger II. He arrived in Sicily around 1145, and may have first visited as early as 1139. Idrisi produced a number of works based on astute scholarly research, and it has been observed by modern Arabic scholars that Idrisi was an exceptional poet and writer of Arabic prose.
His famous planisphere, a large global map made of precious metal (mostly silver), did not survive the twelfth century, but it is known to have been a noteworthy work of geography - probably the most accurate map of Europe, north Africa and western Asia to have been created during the Middle Ages. An atlas produced during this period survived, and has been published in Germany and Iraq. A multilingual "Book of Drugs" is also known to us. A minor geographical treatise written during the reign of Roger's successor, William I, has been lost to time.
His greatest surviving work is, without doubt, his "Pleasure Excursion of One Eager to Traverse the World's Regions," better known as the Book of Roger. Much of the information is secondhand. He describes England's dreary weather, for example, but we know not whether Idrisi ever set foot in that country. (England, like Sicily, was a Norman realm, and there was anyway much contact between the two kingdoms.) Closer to home, the book provides much information about Norman Sicily's economy. In a casual observation, Idrisi mentions the making of spaghetti in Trabia. It is to Edrisi that we owe much of our knowledge of the entire Mediterranean. Some of the book's statements were revolutionary for their time, things like "the earth is round like a sphere." Today, the Book of Roger is considered one of the most important scientific works of the Middle Ages. That was not always the case among Europeans. Praised by Sicily's Muslims, Jews and Orthodox ("Eastern") Christians, the work was not generally appreciated by the medieval popes or the Roman Catholic clergy, and for that reason its knowledge was sometimes suppressed in western Europe. Like Marco Polo, Edrisi was a traveler who wrote about what he saw, but his work was much more scientific, and generally more objective, than Polo's. More importantly, it survives in its original manuscript form; Marco Polo's writings exist primarily as later transcriptions which were often altered.
Eurocentric historians who long considered medieval times to have been Europe's "Dark Ages" overlook the developments of the Arab and Byzantine worlds that touched Norman Sicily, where scholarship and the arts flourished in a manner then unknown in most of northern and central Europe. In such a world, Palermo assumed its place as a centre of learning and expression alongside Cordoba, Byzantium, Alexandria and Baghdad. Idrisi's accomplishments were part of this trend.
The Book of Roger was completed early in 1154, shortly before the death of the king for whom it was named. We know little of Idrisi's life afterward. The court geographer must have been disappointed to learn of the theft of his planisphere during looting by some rogue Norman nobles in 1161. The revolt bore the marks of "European" Sicily's embryonic anti-Arab sentiments. Abdullah el Idrisi died around 1166, either in Sicily or in Morocco.
About the Authors: Luigi Mendola is the History Editor of Best of Sicily and author of several books. Palermo native Vincenzo Salerno, who contributed to this article, has
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Whether your kids have poured the last of the milk in their cereal bowls or you forgot to pick up oat milk on your last grocery trip, I have good news for you. You can make overnight oats without milk!
This no-milk overnight oats recipe is made with mashed banana, creamy chia seeds, velvety peanut butter, water for moisture, and topped with dried cranberries and extra peanut butter.
When making this recipe, make sure your banana is mashed to a smooth consistency. This will help give it an extra creamy texture. When selecting a banana, I prefer to choose one that isn’t overripe, otherwise, the flavor from the banana will overpower the rest of your oats.
What You Need to Make Overnight Oats Without Milk
This recipe is perfect if you are out of milk (we’ve all been there)! You can substitute the peanut butter for any nut butter you prefer, and the dried cranberries can also be swapped for any dried fruit you have on hand.
- Rolled oats
- Fresh banana
- Chia seeds
- Peanut butter
- Dried cranberries
- Pinch salt
How To Make Overnight Oats Without Milk
Gather all your ingredients and choose a refrigerator-safe bowl or container to make and store your overnight oats in.
In the bowl, add and mix your oats, chia seeds, and salt. Set aside.
Using a fork and small plate, thoroughly mash your banana until it’s a smooth consistency. Measure banana to ⅓ cup.
Add the banana to your dry ingredients.
Add water and peanut butter to the bowl.
Place your overnight oats without milk in the refrigerator for 2 – 4 hours minimum, but ideally overnight.
Just before serving, top with extra peanut butter or nut butter of your choice and sprinkle with dried cranberries.
Can I use water instead of milk in overnight oats?
Yes you can! This recipe helps mimic the moisture content and creaminess of milk by adding a mixture of water, banana, and peanut butter.
Can you eat overnight oats plain?
Yes, you can eat overnight oats plain. If you prefer to forgo toppings, then it will still be edible and have more of a cold porridge flavor profile.
Are chia seeds necessary for overnight oats?
Chia seeds are really necessary for overnight oats. They add a thicker, creamier texture and help add depth and consistency.
Overnight Oats Without Milk
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ⅓ cup mashed banana (not overripe)
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 to 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp dried cranberries
- pinch of salt
- In a bowl add and mix your oats, chia seeds, and salt. Set aside.
- Mash your banana until it’s a smooth consistency.
- Add mashed banana to your dry ingredients and mix. Stir in the water and peanut butter.
- Place in the refrigerator for 2 - 4 hours minimum, but ideally overnight.
- Serve with peanut butter and dried cranberries. Enjoy!
Here are a few other recipes you might enjoy!
- Overnight Oats With Coconut Milk
- Tiramisu Overnight Oats
- Air Fryer Oatmeal
- Frozen Fruit Overnight Oats
- Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- PB&J Oatmeal
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Pest description and crop damage Small, gray-brown, worm-like larvae that develop a tough skin and are commonly called leatherjackets. They feed on clover and a number of vegetables.
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Q: Why don't black kids play in sand boxs? A: Because they are affraid the cats will try to cover them up.
A man on a beach sees a shark near a child in the shallows. Ignoring personal safety, he dives in the water and, with his bare hands, kills the shark. He brings the tot to shore and is met with tumultuous applause from spectators. "Geez, mate" says a reporter "You should get a medal. What part of Australia are you from?" Modestly our hero says: "Actually I'm from England." The next days newspaper headline says "Pommy mongrel kills child's pet"
What do you call a person in china who doesn't eat dog? A tourist.
How do you tell if a black girls pregnant? Shove a banana up her vagina and if you pull it out half eaten then you got a monkey on the way.
How are black people and wolves similar? They both fight in packs.
A black guys is walking through the woods, he starts to hear a sounds. It goes ching chong wu. So he starts to walk to wear he heard the sound. Soon enough he comes across a Chinese guy and a river. The black guy ask was that noise. The Chinese guy say, every time I throw a quarter in this river it tells me a name of an old relative. See watch, Chinese guy throws a quarter, ching chong chun. The black guy says let me try. He throws a quarter in and the river says, chimpanzee.
Q: What do you call a guy with his hand up a Camel's arse? A: An Arab mechanic.
Q: How do you know Noah was a White man? A: No nigger could stay on a boat for 40 days without eating the chickens!
A zebra has wondered his whole life whether he was a white zebra with black stripes or a black zebra with white stripes. When he dies and goes to heaven he asks God the question "Am I a white zebra with black stripes or a black zebra with white stripes?" God responds, "You are what you are" The zebra goes to his friends and tells them what God had said and that he still doesn't know the answer to his question. One of his friends says, "Well, that means you are a white zebra with black stripes" The zebra asks him why and the friend says, "Because otherwise God would have said 'You is what you is'"
Once Odhiambo a dark kenyan man was travelling to london by air sitting next to a white lady with his pet monkey. Oodhiambo stood up and went to the washrooms and when he came back he found his bunch of bananas missing. He asked the white lady "Sorry your brother here ate them all" she said while patting the monkey. After a while the lady got up and went to the washroom to come back and find his pet monkey dead She inquired on the matter, Odhiambo camly replied "I killed it." "Why?" asked the lady. He replied "This is family matter it doesnt concern you." | <urn:uuid:97fda84f-5135-43d8-a069-ce3c66e4893b> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://unijokes.com/joke-1548/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.976976 | 663 | 1.789063 | 2 |
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What if women could stop their biological livelihood for a bit and extend the fertility period?The first ovulation occurs during the first menstrual cycle, and as the woman gets older, the quality of the egg cells deteriorates. Would it be possible to somehow visualize the aging of the oocytes, the researchers at the Department of Genetics at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have just discovered a connection that does just that - in fact. This scientific change can hopefully help women extend the fertility window and maintain high quality of egg cells in their thirties and forties. Yonatan Tzur and co-worker, Dr. Hanna Achache, researched with Harvard Medical School scientists on the issue of egg cell harvesting, and published their results in G. Why do the men do? A small animal, the Caenorhabditis elegans male, was incredibly helpful in helping the human race to understand genetics: these are they have the same number of genes as humans (20,000), and eggs are killed in one day.Dr. Tzur and his team have examined each of the 20,000 genes in the sphincter in the formation of egg cells, and are able to define a gene (ogr-2) that regulates the egg cell. In addition, we also tested MAP kinase (MAPK), a biochemical link that turns on and off egg development. When the ogr-2 gene was removed by the CRISPR gene editing technology, MAPK was overexposed and the eggs of the venom began to grow very quickly. - Genetically engineered worms have become less productive and their ova were more like older whores These conditions are important, too, as aging eggs are the main causes of birth defects, abortions and infertility. IVF allows doctors to select the best egg cells, women over 35 are less likely to have healthy eggs with their own ova, and women aged 42 and over are less likely to do so.Dr. Tzur sees two possible applications for people to discover: one is to carefully increase the level of og-2 equivalents in food, with the help of food additives, while maintaining higher quality levels. Another option is suppressing MAPK during the IVF procedure, which would help older women give birth to a healthy baby following the fertilization of their own ova (VIA).Connected to: | <urn:uuid:26562cb2-3a99-4335-b089-026fc1a8bee3> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://en.aceaustin.org/2761-they-realized-that-it-was-possible-to-push-the-limit.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.96835 | 520 | 3.109375 | 3 |
The International Maritime Organization’s Low Sulphur Regulation is entering its sixth month of implementation. Widely referred to as IMO 2020, the regulation is designed to limit the ocean shipping sector’s emissions of sulphur, a chemical that’s been linked to problems like climate change and a range of adverse effects on public health.
To date, the COVID-19 crisis has prevented us from getting a true sense of how carriers and shippers have adjusted. The pandemic sent fuel prices plunging. Demand for ocean freight has fallen, and carriers have responded by pulling capacity from the market by “blanking” or cancelling scheduled sailings and multi-stop “strings.”
What we know about IMO so far: The impact on overall transportation costs has been minimal in light of the sharp drop in bunker fuel prices. Compliance with the new emissions rules has been nearly 100%. And reports indicate that air quality in port areas has improved.
Looking ahead, advanced bookings suggest that demand for ocean freight has bottomed out and could begin growing soon. Shippers will need to stay aware of changing market conditions and plan accordingly, particularly when it comes to fuel prices, turnaround season and the gradual return of normal structural patterns that accompany global trade.
Ahead of IMO’s Jan. 1 implementation, there were fears that the regulation would create disruption and confusion for shippers. The concern was that they would struggle to absorb higher costs passed on by carriers, which are obliged to shift to more expensive, low-sulphur fuel or to install special ‘scrubber’ devices that trap emissions. Those fears now seem overblown.
If the regulation can help global shipping to align with our social goals, then IMO 2020 is a step in the right direction. As Cas Pouderoyen, Senior Vice President of Ocean Freight at Agility, pointed out to CNBC, the two big winners of the regulation will be “humankind and nature.” | <urn:uuid:ef81d9cb-c3ba-43aa-83ca-9b36e7bd7272> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://tareksultan.com/imo-2020-moving-to-a-low-sulphur-future/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.953917 | 412 | 2.21875 | 2 |
March 2, 2016
The effects of robotics on workers’ and managers’ motivation and wellbeing are not widely known, meaning psychosocial factors related to robotics will require more attention in the field of safety and health. This is just one of the conclusions of a new discussion paper – drawn up by EU-OSHA (European Agency for Safety and Health at Work) on the influence of robotics on the future of work. While the use of robots in a complementary role would be the least challenging for society, economic and productivity pressures are likely to result instead in a substitution approach, whereby individuals and groups are replaced in their jobs by robotics and automation. Fewer workers will be needed for jobs that are routine or have clearly definable tasks, as they will be done instead by industrial and service robots. A result of this technical change will be a relative increase in the demand for highly educated workers and a reduced demand for less educated workers traditionally carrying out jobs consisting of routine cognitive and manual tasks.
The paper states: “This complementarity – substitutability dilemma and the balance between job conservation and technology-driven unemployment is a challenging issue for policy-makers, business and the wider civil society.”
The implications of how robotics will change the worldwide labour market, economy and society will raise difficult social and political issues, it states. Yet the discussion of intelligent machines and the impact of robotics and ubiquitous technology on society, economy and employment has been rather passive up to now, and there have been few well-structured ideas elaborated on how far a robotised and automated society can be developed.
As the paper explains – earlier fears such as those espoused by the Luddite movement during the industrial revolution – that developing technology could replace a large proportion of human labour and lead to permanent structural unemployment, has been proved wrong time and again. In fact, technological progress has generally meant an increase in wealth and more jobs, at least in the long term and new technology and scientific inventions have generally been seen very positively.
However, the new era of robotics and artificial intelligence may represent change on a scale not experienced before; and under this scenario the possible impact on employment, job destruction and the economy has been discussed very little.
The paper concludes that: “There is a general consensus that change is speeding up and that the future will become unfamiliar to us at a faster pace, especially in the field of robotics and AI where new inventions and innovations are introduced almost every week. Some of the benefits of these advances are enhanced health, convenience, productivity, safety, and more useful data, information and knowledge for people and organizations. The potential downsides are challenges to personal privacy and data protection, over-hyped expectations and increasing technological complexity.”
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Winter Conditions and Salt Creates Rust on Cars
John - February 12, 2016
It is no mystery that cars rust in the winter, the conditions are perfect for the formation of rust. We've put together a few photos of the wet, snowy and salty conditions that cause our cars and trucks to rust. In our case, we're in Wisconsin and we use salt on our roads. The salt greatly accelerates rust on unprotected metal.
Snow Accumulates on Cars
When the snow starts falling, it starts the process that increases the likelihood of rust on your car.
Even after cars are brought indoors, the snow can still remain. In this case, the snow is mostly free of salt so it really isn't as damaging.
Slush and Snow Mixes with Salt
The days following a snowstorm are often the most damaging to cars. The rust can easily develop on areas where snow, slush and salt collect.
Cars tend to collect snow, slush and salt in certain areas. These areas can be more prone to rust.
Salt Remains on the Car
Long after the snow and slush is gone, salt can still remain on your car. This salt creates ideal conditions for rust to develop. One of our products, Salt Away, work well to remove the salt, therefore reducing the chance of rust. Water alone won't remove all the salt nearly as easily. We like to think of Salt Away much like soap when washing your hands, yes water alone can clean your hands, but using soap gets your hands a lot cleaner. | <urn:uuid:f9fca4a1-2633-4960-9540-fec0d978470e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.theruststore.com/Winter-Conditions-Create-Rust-on-Cars-W110.aspx | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.948419 | 319 | 2.109375 | 2 |
Words nearby Dakota Territory
How to use Dakota Territory in a sentence
“Altamirano has always been a disputed territory,” said Father Javier.
When they invade new territory, populations are low, and the queen has limited mate options.Mongooses, Meerkats, and Ants, Oh My! Why Some Animals Keep Mating All in the Family|Helen Thompson|December 29, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But there is a messy middle territory between demonization and idealization.
"We live on enormous territory, our eyes have different shapes, we believe in different religions," she said.Rebranding The Land of Mongol Warriors & Ivan The Terrible|Anna Nemtsova|December 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Assad-affiliated Christian militias skirt around the territory of rival groups aligned with the YPG.In One Corner of Syria, Christmas Spirit Somehow Manages to Survive|Peter Schwartzstein|December 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
If those jaspers flash any part of the roll in the Territory before snowfall, I'll get them.Raw Gold|Bertrand W. Sinclair
Thus four thousand Indians at most roam through, rather than occupy, these vast stretches of inland territory and sea-shore.
The goods manager was not aggressive, and it was sometimes thought that Mathieson inclined to encroach upon his territory.
Poindexter and Cobb had now come back into the territory that was commanded by Colonel Guitar.The Courier of the Ozarks|Byron A. Dunn
Their territory extended 400 miles on the Atlantic coast, and "from the Atlantic westward to the South sea."The Every Day Book of History and Chronology|Joel Munsell | <urn:uuid:c352e843-bd76-4d8e-8556-c3bd15e7a76e> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.dictionary.com/browse/dakota-territory | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.896305 | 359 | 2.5625 | 3 |
Teaching Homes in Northern Kentucky
Keeping Families Informed!
THINK is a confederation of families involved in home schooling in Northern Kentucky. THINK, a Christian organization, invites anyone who has a sincere interest in home schooling to be a part of the group. THINK publishes a newsletter, coordinates support meetings, maintains a resource library and does a few other things. The primary purpose of these services is to give home schooling families access to other home schooling families in our area so that we can share ideas and resources, and generally lend one another moral support.
P.O. Box 0582, Florence, KY 41022
Serving: Corinth, Crittenden, Dry Ridge, Four Corners, Keefer, Mount Lion, Sherman, Williamstown, and surrounding communities.
Neighboring Counties: Dearborn, IN, Ohio, IN, Switzerland, IN, Boone, KY, Bracken, KY, Campbell, KY, Carroll, KY, Gallatin, KY, Grant, KY, Harrison, KY, Kenton, KY, Mason, KY, Owen, KY, Pendleton, KY, Robertson, KY, Scott, KY, Brown, OH, Clermont, OH, Hamilton, OH
Parents As Teachers in Christian Homes
PATCH is a cooperative organization whose success requires that each member contribute time and energy.
The purpose of PATCH is to provide support, information, and fellowship to homeschooling parents, and provide cooperative activities, and field trips for one another. We wish to be a community that will continue to grow and flourish.
Meeting: There will be no formal PATCH meetings in June or July. Come to Park Days for fellowship.
251 Lansing Court, Paducah, IL 42003
Serving: Paducah, McCracken, Livingston, Marshall and Southern Illinois areas
Neighboring Counties: Gallatin, IL, Hardin, IL, Johnson, IL, Massac, IL, Pope, IL, Pulaski, IL, Saline, IL, Williamson, IL, Union, IN, Ballard, KY, Calloway, KY, Carlisle, KY, Crittenden, KY, Graves, KY, Livingston, KY, Lyon, KY, Marshall, KY, McCracken, KY, Trigg, KY
H.E.A.R.T. for Christ
6511 Bridle View Circle, Louisville, KY 40228
Serving: Louisville, Jefferson, Bullitt, Spencer, Nelson and Oldham county areas
Neighboring Counties: Clark, IN, Floyd, IN, Harrison, IN, Anderson, KY, Bullitt, KY, Hardin, KY, Henry, KY, Jefferson, KY, Larue, KY, Marion, KY, Meade, KY, Nelson, KY, Oldham, KY, Shelby, KY, Spencer, KY, Taylor, KY, Trigg, KY, Trimble, KY, Washington, KY
East Kentucky Stars
330 Lawson Branch, Paintsville, KY 41240
Serving: Lawrence, Martin, Floyd, Boyd, Magoffin, Johnson and Pike county areas
Neighboring Counties: Boyd, KY, Breathitt, KY, Carter, KY, Elliott, KY, Floyd, KY, Greenup, KY, Johnson, KY, Knott, KY, Lawrence, KY, Letcher, KY, Magoffin, KY, Martin, KY, Morgan, KY, Pike, KY, Wolfe, KY, Lawrence, OH, Buchanan, VA, Dickenson, VA, Mingo, WV, Wayne, WV
Lisa and Eric Lauterwasser
Cumberland Valley Christian H. E.
3715 Cabin Creek Road, London,, KY 40741
Serving: Laurel, Whitley, Knox, Jackson, Pulaski, and Jellico, TN areas
Neighboring Counties: Bell, KY, Casey, KY, Clay, KY, Estill, KY, Jackson, KY, Knox, KY, Laurel, KY, Lee, KY, Lincoln, KY, Madison, KY, McCreary, KY, Owsley, KY, Pulaski, KY, Rockcastle, KY, Russell, KY, Wayne, KY, Whitley, KY, Anderson, TN, Campbell, TN, Claiborne, TN, Scott, TN, Union, TN
Christian Home Fellowship
Supporting local families!
Christian Home Fellowship is a small Christian group. We like to hold science fairs, geography bees, and field trips. We meet on a regular basis at the local library.
Meeting: Weekly on Fridays
1150 Rice Road, Morehead, KY 40351
Serving: Beartown, Burke, Edsel, Faye, Little Sandy, Ordinary, Sandy Hook, Spanglin, Wyett, and surrounding communities.
Neighboring Counties: Bath, KY, Bourbon, KY, Carter, KY, Elliott, KY, Fleming, KY, Johnson, KY, Lawrence, KY, Lewis, KY, Magoffin, KY, Menifee, KY, Montgomery, KY, Morgan, KY, Nicholas, KY, Powell, KY, Rowan, KY, Wolfe, KY
Three Rivers Homeschool Network
The Three Rivers Homeschool list functions to connect homeschooling families and their support groups. Meeting announcements, field trip and activity opportunities, workshops and conferences, and homeschool related for-sale items will be welcome. While we welcome families of all faiths to participate, the majority of members are Christian and the subject matter will reflect a conservative, pro-family, pro-life point of view.
Serving: Western Kentucky, southern Illinois, and northwest Tennessee - covering roughly a 60 mile radius of Paducah, KY
Neighboring Counties: Alexander, IL, Franklin, IL, Gallatin, IL, Hamilton, IL, Hardin, IL, Johnson, IL, Massac, IL, Pope, IL, Pulaski, IL, Saline, IL, Union, IL, White, IL, Williamson, IL, Posey, IN, Union, IN, Ballard, KY, Caldwell, KY, Calloway, KY, Carlisle, KY, Crittenden, KY, Fulton, KY, Graves, KY, Hickman, KY, Livingston, KY, Lyon, KY, Marshall, KY, McCracken, KY, Trigg, KY, Benton, TN, Carroll, TN, Gibson, TN, Henry, TN, Houston, TN, Obion, TN, Stewart, TN, Weakley, TN
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Blue Ridge Family Unschoolers Network
Blue Ridge FUN is an inclusive support group of homeschooling families. We welcome diversity! All homeschoolers are welcome, without bias to style of homeschooling, choice of curriculum, or personal beliefs. There is no fee to join, no statement of faith, and no hierarchy. All activities are planned by various families in the group, and all families in the group may plan and/or participate as they wish. Email provides a great way for everyone in the group to organize and network for activities, fieldtrips, and co-op classes as well as ask questions, and share ideas and information.
Serving: Amherst, Bedford, Botetourt, Lynchburg, Campbell, Floyd, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, Roanoke, Rockbridge, Salem and points in between.
Neighboring Counties: Rockingham, NC, Stokes, NC, Surry, NC, Alleghany, VA, Amherst, VA, Appomattox, VA, Augusta, VA, Bath, VA, Bedford, VA, Botetourt, VA, Campbell, VA, Carroll, VA, Craig, VA, Floyd, VA, Franklin, VA, Henry, VA, Isle of Wight, VA, Montgomery, VA, Nelson, VA, Patrick, VA, Pittsylvania, VA, Pulaski, VA, Roanoke, VA, Rockbridge, VA, Southampton, VA, Bedford City, VA, Lynchburg City, VA, Roanoke City, VA
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Home Educators Assisting, Reaching, and Teaching
HEART is local homeschool support group covering Williamsburg, James City County, parts of York County and Surry. HEART is not affiliated with any particular church, religion or political party. Our goal is to bring homeschool families together for activities, fellowship and support. We have a weekly e-newsletter during the school months; organize field trips, park play dates, PE programs, bowling leagues and Moms night outs.
Serving: Williamsburg, James City County, parts of York County and Surry County areas.
Neighboring Counties: Charles City, VA, Cumberland, VA, Gloucester, VA, Isle of Wight, VA, James City, VA, King and Queen, VA, Mathews, VA, New Kent, VA, Southampton, VA, Surry, VA, Sussex, VA, York, VA, Hampton City, VA, Newport News City, VA, Poquoson City, VA, Williamsburg City, VA
The Georgetown Homeschool Group
A Christian atmosphere for home schooled children of all ages
The Georgetown Home School Group serves to provide opportunities for the students and their parents that they might not otherwise experience. This group lends itself toward forming life-long friendships for the children and the parents. Come and be a part of this Christian home school group where friendships abound...
Meeting: Classes are offered from the first of September through mid-May (typically on Mondays from 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.).
3005 Iron Works Pike, Georgetown, KY 40324
Serving: Georgetown, Scott, Fayette, Anderson, Clark, Franklin and Woodford county areas
Neighboring Counties: Anderson, KY, Bourbon, KY, Clark, KY, Estill, KY, Fayette, KY, Franklin, KY, Grant, KY, Harrison, KY, Henry, KY, Jessamine, KY, Madison, KY, Mercer, KY, Montgomery, KY, Nelson, KY, Owen, KY, Scott, KY, Shelby, KY, Spencer, KY, Washington, KY, Woodford, KY | <urn:uuid:dc2d0e07-191b-4035-b608-38d23b36fd30> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://localhs.com/?page=446&ord=added&state=CA | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572021.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20220814083156-20220814113156-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.858447 | 2,393 | 1.539063 | 2 |
Look no further if you’re attempting to decide whether or not to install a water softener or reverse osmosis. We recognize that trying to grasp what reverse osmosis and water softening can accomplish for you can be difficult since many websites employ complex terms that only people who are already experienced with water treatment would understand. That’s why we designed this simple guide to help you understand the difference between a water softener and reverse osmosis.
Key Differences Between Water Softener or Reverse Osmosis
Water Quality: Water softener systems may decrease magnesium and calcium levels in the water, but they may not remove various other dangerous contaminants. It has no effect on water TDS levels. Total dissolved solids (TDS) include sodium, manganese, magnesium, iron, sulfate, chloride, nitrate, and carbonate. Reverse Osmosis, on the other hand, has been shown to remove 95-99 percent of pollutants from water. These devices are used to filter water that is heavy in organic and inorganic contaminants. Permeable membranes are used to remove hazardous and inorganic contaminants from water.
Taste: The compounds in water have an effect on its taste. Reverse osmosis can remove about 90% of contaminants in water and the associated odors. Water softeners, on the other hand, remove a significant amount of calcium, iron, and magnesium from water, making it suitable for daily use but not necessarily suitable for drinking. The taste of water is also slightly influenced by the residual sodium ions that are added to the water.
Efficiency: Residential or commercial reverse osmosis can be costly, although under-the-sink systems are relatively cheap. All reverse osmosis systems may have daily capacity constraints and frequently require pre and post-water treatment, as well as storage tanks and, in certain cases, re-pressurization systems. A water softener system has capacity limits as well, but there are several other alternatives to ensure that there are no interruption hard water breakthroughs. A true whole-house reverse osmosis installation takes up much more room, and the energy usage is far more than that of a water softener.
Repair and Maintenance: Reverse osmosis systems may require frequent filter changes, but they are simple to maintain. On the other hand, water softening systems require regular pre-filter replacements and salt additions.
Can I Use Both of These Systems?
Absolutely. In fact, a water softener will safeguard and extend the life of the reverse osmosis membrane. The water softener softens the water in your home, benefiting your pipes, fixtures, appliances, skin, and hair. Installing a reverse osmosis system under a sink might deliver purified water at a separate tap for drinking and cooking. Depending on the impurities in your water, you may require an additional whole-house system to treat them.
Whatever system you choose, make sure you get the best water softener brands from a reputable water softener equipment supplier like AWS. We offer both point-of-entry and whole-house reverse osmosis systems in both commercial and residential settings. Similarly, we offer various varieties of water softeners. Contact us today to get a free estimate or for more information about our water softeners Austin and water softener prices. | <urn:uuid:48b9b2cd-0fc3-48d5-965e-8427fccaeb4c> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://adolfonsonsmoving.com/water-softeners-austin-341531/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572581.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816211628-20220817001628-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.937685 | 681 | 2.46875 | 2 |
Amanda Wanjiru, 20, grew up with an abusive mother. Last year, she left her home in Karatina, Nyeri County, in search of a better life in Nairobi.
At 19, I was all alone in this big city with no job, no money and no one to turn to. Barely three months after I sat my KCSE, I left Karatina for Nairobi. My grandmother brought me up, but she was a small-scale farmer who really struggled to put me through Ngirirambu Girls’ Secondary School.
Whenever my mother would visit, she would insult and beat me. When she threw a hot iron box at me, I knew I had to flee. Armed with Sh250, I travelled to Nairobi and moved in with a friend. I started looking for jobs — any job. Months later, I was still searching. All I had was the grade C I got in KCSE.
My friend was getting tired of hosting me and kept asking when I would get my own place. Eventually, I reached out to another friend and told her about my struggle to find something to do that would earn me enough money to move into my own house and feed myself.
She told me to consider self-employment. She suggested I try beadwork. I had experimented with making jewellery in high school, and my classmates seemed to like what I made.
The next hurdle was money. I had identified a market and a place to source beads from. My friend had some cash saved up, which she promised to loan me if I was serious about starting my own business. I was; I had no Plan B. She gave me Sh11,000, which I used to buy beads from Eastleigh Market.
But business did not pick up as expected. I had to bet a couple of times to try and boost my income on bad days. Things began to change when I started advertising my work on social media. Within two months, I had saved up enough to move into my own place.
It has been a year since I began my business. I am now at Kenyatta University studying French, and I am proud that I pay my own school fees. On good days, my jewellery brings in Sh8,000. On bad ones, I make as little as Sh1,000, on really bad days, I make nothing.
To put myself through school, I have to be careful with my earnings. I work from home, and only move around to make deliveries or buy supplies. My relationship with my mother is still rocky, but if nothing else, it pushed me into starting a business. | <urn:uuid:a9e46e91-662b-4f2f-bfa2-9b9039b285f7> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.kucomradesforum.com/sh11000-turned-my-life-around/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.991959 | 549 | 1.914063 | 2 |
Two Dana-Farber studies selected for inclusion in the official ASH press program
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute researchers will present more than 40 research studies at the virtual 62nd American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting on December 5-8, including two studies that were selected for inclusion in the official press program. Dana-Farber is home to one of the largest and most respected treatment centers for patients with disorders of the blood and bone marrow. ASH is the world's most comprehensive hematology event, attracting more than 25,000 hematology professionals from around the world.
Scientific updates to be presented at ASH reveal potentially practice changing findings related to stem cell transplant, lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma treatment. Notable oral presentations by Dana-Farber researchers include:
Title: A multi-center biologic assignment trial comparing reduced intensity allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation to hypomethylating therapy or best supportive care in patients aged 50-75 with advanced myelodysplastic syndrome: Blood and marrow transplant clinical trials network study 1102*
Presenter: Corey Cutler, MD, MPH, FRCPC
Press Program Time: Friday, Dec. 4, 9:30 a.m. PST / 12:30 p.m. EST
Session Time: Saturday, Dec. 5, 7:30 a.m. PST / 10:30 a.m. EST
Recent advances in the treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) have improved patient survival and quality of life, while reducing transfusion burden. However, allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT), widely used in younger MDS patients, remains the only curative therapy for MDS. While transplantation outcomes among selected older patients with MDS are similar to younger patients with MDS, early transplantation for older patients is infrequently offered since the relative benefits of HCT over non-HCT therapy have not been well defined in this patient group. This multi-center, biologic assignment trial in older individuals with high risk MDS defines the benefit of HCT over non-HCT therapy.
Title: DNMT3A clonal hematopoiesis in older donors is associated with improved survival in recipients after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant
Presenter: Christopher Gibson, MD
Session Time: Saturday, Dec. 5, 8:45 a.m. PST / 11:45 a.m. EST
Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) is an age-related condition in which somatic mutations can be detected in the blood of healthy individuals. In the non-transplant setting, CH is associated with an elevated risk of developing hematologic malignancy and an increased risk of non-hematologic outcomes due to altered inflammatory signaling. During hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT), CH in older donors can engraft in recipients and could therefore influence outcomes through effects on graft immunologic function or by causing donor cell leukemia. A definitive link between donor CH and recipient outcomes has not been established. Dana-Farber researchers evaluated the impact of CH in donors aged 40 years or older on recipient clinical outcomes in 1,727 donor-recipient pairs.
Title: Safety and efficacy of adding venetoclax to reduced intensity conditioning chemotherapy prior to allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation in patients with high risk myeloid malignancies
Presenter: Jacqueline S. Garcia, MD
Session Time: Saturday, Dec. 5, 12:15 p.m. PST / 3:15 p.m. EST
The outcomes for patients with myeloid malignancies who relapse after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) is poor, and relapse occurs more frequently for those with high-risk mutations or cytogenetics. The oral selective BCL-2 inhibitor and BH3 mimetic venetoclax increases mitochondrial apoptotic priming, even in chemoresistant myeloblasts. Reasoning that venetoclax would selectively increase the anti-leukemic effect of HCT conditioning chemotherapy without undue toxicity, this study evaluated the safety and efficacy of adding venetoclax to fludarabine and busulfan reduced intensity conditioning chemotherapy. Dana-Farber researchers report on the completed dose-escalation and expansion cohorts from the phase 1 trial.
Title: Prognostic value of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in autologous stem cell graft and post-transplant plasma samples among patients with diffuse large B-Cell lymphoma
Presenter: Reid Merryman, MD
Session Time: Monday, Dec. 7, 7:15 a.m. PST / 10:15 a.m. EST
While autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) can be curative for patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), relapse remains common. With the emergence of novel effective therapies, it is even more important to identify patients at high risk of treatment failure who may not benefit from ASCT, and patients with impending post-ASCT relapse who may be candidates for pre-emptive interventions. Researchers assembled cohorts of DLBCL patients who underwent ASCT and had apheresis stem cell samples or serially collected post-ASCT peripheral blood mononuclear cell and plasma samples. Researchers hypothesized that circulating tumor DNA identified using immunoglobulin-based next generation sequencing in apheresis stem cell or peripheral blood samples could predict relapse.
Title: Safety, Efficacy, and patient-reported outcomes of venetoclax in combination with azacitidine for the treatment of patients with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome: A phase 1b study
Presenter: Jacqueline S. Garcia, MD
Session Time: Monday, Dec.7, 12:15 p.m. PST / 3:15 p.m. EST
Hypomethylating agents form the current standard treatment for patients with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome who are not eligible for allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). However, overall response rates remain low in patients receiving azacitidine, and median overall survival is reported as ~15 months. In addition, there are few data on patient-reported outcomes published in this population while on treatment. Venetoclax is a selective, potent, orally bioavailable BCL-2 inhibitor, which has demonstrated synergy with hypomethylating agents in preclinical studies of higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome. From an ongoing, open-label, dose-escalation, Phase 1b study evaluating venetoclax and azacitidine for the treatment of treatment-naïve higher-risk MDS, researchers report the updated safety and efficacy in all treated patients and the exploratory analysis of key patient-reported outcomes in patients who received the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D).
Title: Primary analysis of ZUMA-5: A phase 2 study of axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel) in patients with relapsed/refractory (R/R) indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma (iNHL)*
Presenter: Caron Jacobson, MD, MMSc
Press Program Time: Saturday, Dec. 5, 9:30 a.m. PST / 12:30 p.m. EST
Session Time: Monday, Dec. 7, 1:30 p.m. PST / 4:30 p.m. EST
Patients with advanced-stage indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma, including follicular lymphoma and marginal zone lymphoma, frequently relapse with standard treatment, underscoring a need for novel therapies. Axi-cel autologous anti-CD19 chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy is approved for the treatment of relapsed/refractory large B cell lymphoma after more than two lines of systemic therapy. Dana-Farber will present the primary analysis of ZUMA-5, a Phase 2, multicenter, single-arm study of axi-cel in patients with relapsed/refractory indolent non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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This is the pocket version of 'Drugs fact and comparisons' (DFC), a loose-leaf drug information service published in the USA. This version is designed to provide an easy to use, concise, portable tool for daily practice at the point of care. Aimed at professionals, it gives information on over 600 generic drugs, with 2000 plus representative trade names. It is organised in twelve therapeutic categories to enable identification and comparison of similar agents. The categories are nutritionals, blood modifiers, hormones, cardiovasculars, respiratories, CNS drugs, gastrointestinals, anti-infectives, biologicals, topicals, antieoplastics and miscellaneous. Product tables which list trade names, methods of dosage, strengths and manufacturers are given at the beginning of each drug description. Actions, indications, contraindications, warnings, drug interactions and significant adverse reactions are also included.
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Corfe Castle was built by William the Conqueror to defend the only gap in the Purbeck Hills for eleven miles. This imposing structure must have struck terror into the hearts of any attacking army. The castle finally fell during the English Civil War when a group of Parliamentarians entered with their coats worn inside-out so that they resembled Royalists. Once inside, they turned their coats the correct way and there began a simultaneous attack from outside and within. This event is supposedly the origin of the phrase ‘turncoat’. Later that year, Parliament voted to demolish the castle, resulting in its ruined appearance today.
How To Get Here
From Wareham, follow the A351 towards Corfe Castle. The National Trust visitor centre and car park is just past the 30mph sign on the left. Alternatively, almost opposite the visitor centre, you can turn right into Tyneham Road, where there is a large lay-by on the right.
- Parking Lat/Long: 50.642057, -2.058855
- Parking Postcode: BH20 5DR
- Parking OS map co-ordinate: SY 959 824
- Map: OS Explorer Map OL15 (1:25 000) Purbeck and South Dorset
What To Shoot and Viewpoints
Parliament did modern photographers a great favour; the romantic ruin probably photographs better than any perfectly-preserved castle, especially on misty mornings when the ruins rise above the top layer of mist like a scene from a fantasy lm. It’s not obligatory to shoot it in these conditions, though this seems to be the shot that everyone wants to get. The classic viewpoint is from West Hill but if you want your shots to stand out from the crowd there are other high vantage points you can explore.
Viewpoint 1 – West Hill
From the National Trust car park on the A351, cross the road and near the junction with Tyneham Road, go through a gate into a field. Cross the field, passing a barn on your left and go through a gate on the far side. Follow the footpath up West Hill. It’s a steep climb, but how far up you go is entirely up to you – there are good viewpoints from quite low down. If there is a mist, you may need to climb quite far to get above it, and mist behind the castle should help it to stand out from the background. Lower down the hill, the castle will break the horizon, thus being separated from the background, and this can be a better option if there is no mist behind the castle.
Viewpoint 2 – West Hill from the other side
Alternatively, drive or walk along Tyneham Road for a couple of hundred metres. There is a lay-by on the left, just past the bridge and almost opposite this there is a gate through to the hill. A set of steps is carved into the hill, but although it’s slightly easier underfoot, it’s just as steep a climb. This alternative viewpoint works very well later in the day, when attractive side-lighting can hit the castle.
Viewpoint 3 – From Kingston
Drive through Corfe Castle towards Swanage, and turn right immediately after leaving the village. Drive up the hill and turn right into Kingston at the Scott Arms pub. Park (legally and considerately) in the village then walk out of the village towards Swanage, east on the B3069. Just past a converted church on the left, climb over a stile into a eld. Follow the footpath for 20 or 30 metres and there are panoramic views across Corfe Common towards the castle. A 70-200mm lens is recommended for this viewpoint, which shows the castle commanding the gap in the hills.
From the car park to the foot of West Hill is 250m. It’s a steep climb up to the top and you may want to pause for breath along the way. There’s no need to climb all the way to the top as there are good views from various points lower down. There is no wheelchair access. Kingston is a short drive from Corfe Castle and the viewpoint is a short, easy walk from the village. An alternative is to shoot it from the beer garden of the Scott Arms – wheelchair access is possible. The viewpoint across the Common is about 2 km from Kingston, it is an easy walk along the footpath, but not wheelchair-friendly..
Best Time of Year/Day
Corfe Castle photographs well at any time of year, but for mist, spring and early autumn – especially April and late September are best. Depending on the conditions, mist can occur at any time of year, so don’t write off the summer months. Whilst it looks good at any time of day, it is at its most atmospheric first thing in the morning. | <urn:uuid:3147af8e-e0a7-45fa-9a03-51b230eb71fa> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.fotovue.com/viewpoints/dorset/corfe-castle/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.948172 | 1,003 | 2.171875 | 2 |
Agdemir, A. Murat. “A New Partnership in the Eastern Mediterranean: The Growing Relations between Israel and Greece.” Mediterranean Quarterly 26.4 (2015): 49-68.
There have been important changes in the politics of the eastern Mediterranean since the discovery of energy resources and the disintegration of Turkish-Israeli relations. Israel upgraded its relationship with Greece and Cyprus after its ties with Turkey deteriorated. Since shortly after the 2010 Mavi Marmara incident, the widening divergence in interests between Turkey and Israel have provided the geopolitical impetus for the development of a rapprochement between Greece and Israel. While political, military, and economic cooperation, in particular, between Israel and Greece have significantly developed, the relations have also blossomed over mutual concern about the energy resources in the eastern Mediterranean. This essay examines the burgeoning relationship between Israel and Greece since 2010 and considers whether this relationship constitutes an important strategic alliance in the eastern Mediterranean. | <urn:uuid:c5ccafc5-3e93-4d64-acf4-0fac4e96c03f> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://israbib.wordpress.com/2016/01/05/new-partnership/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571869.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813021048-20220813051048-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.937059 | 190 | 1.773438 | 2 |
Bullying, cyberbullying, and harassment
(14) Injury and violence prevention and safety–interpersonal violence. The student understands the impact of interpersonal violence and the importance of seeking guidance and help to maintain personal safety. The student is expected to:
- Health TEK 115.16 (14)(A) analyze distinguishing characteristics of cyberbullying;
- Health TEK 115.16 (14)(B) describe the negative impact bullying, including cyberbullying, has on both the victim and the bully;
Legal Ramifications and Other Consequences
(13) Injury and violence prevention and safety-digital citizenship and media. The student understands how to be a safe and responsible citizen in digital and online environments. The student is expected to:
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Depression can make you from seeing all the possibilities in your life is over. Taking anti-depressants or seeing a therapist may not be how you expected to conduct your life.
Do not allow depression to keep you from your depression control your social activities. Depression may cause you from wanting to do your normal activities. Keep doing the same things you normally do.
Don’t let yourself fall into a never-ending cycle of symptoms of your depression. Obsessing about negative things can also not be of inadequacy. Keep everyone you know focused on positivity, and encourage those closest to you to do the same.
If you have problems with depression, talk to a person about your feelings. Whether it is a psychiatrist, therapist, or someone in the family, you will find that talking to someone about what you are thinking and how you feel will make you feel better.
Take up a new hobby, an instrument or join a class that teaches and provides fun interaction with others.Whatever you decide, an excellent way to overcome depression is to spark some new interests.
Remember that sleep, exercise and adequate sleep in preventing depression. If you are feeling depressed, a quick fix may be a swim, run, run or brisk walk.
Try your hardest to maintain a healthy circle of relying on one best friend who you tell everything to.Your depression will cause even the best of friends to feel drained, so try to spread your discussions out among several close friends.
You need to realize that depression does not crazy. Depression is a real illness and should be afforded the same respect as any other diseases. Your body is letting you know that something is off; it may be negative emotions or a chemical imbalance. Depression is when your body’s way of telling you that it’s overwhelmed.
Try to decorate your home so that it feels upbeat and lively. This can help you feel more upbeat and comfort you.
Depression can come from a variety of places, and every individual has a unique condition. Once you have established the basis for your feelings, you should be able to handle the hard moments much better.
Whether you are just sad or been diagnosed with clinical depression, you should stay in touch with a therapeutic professional. They can also recognize what form of depression you’re going through.
Consider investing in a journal and writing it in daily to help you are depressed.Writing down your feelings and thoughts on paper might make you feel a lot better. The journal can also be useful for determining if there are any particular items that trigger your depression.
Do not drink or drugs when you experience feelings of depression. People with depression sometimes think alcohol and drugs will help them feel better, but it only makes things worse.
When you are dealing with depression for any reason, it is a good thing to remember that you are never alone when things are going badly.You can always find someone who can help you manage your depression.
Caffeine is not a good idea when you are suffering from depression. There is evidence to suggest that have proven caffeine intake can exacerbate depression.
Eating foods that have been treated and processed too much can make you feel bad.
You can feel less depressed by counting all of the good things in your life. When your mind is clouded by depression, it is not easy to be grateful, but it is also more important. It will help to raise your mood and spirits.
Avoid artificial sweeteners when trying to overcome depression.These types of sweeteners are bad because they block serotonin production while also causing headaches and insomnia, two symptoms depression already causes. Remove these products from your eating plan.
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Petrol prices are set to fall to a four-year low as a leading supermarket prepares to shave another 2p off a litre.Asda said it will bring its price for unleaded down to 112.7p a litre on Saturday, which will mean it is at its cheapest since October 2010 and down 14p since September this year.
It will also be reducing the cost of diesel by 1p to 118.7p a litre.
The move comes after other supermarkets introduced a number of fuel reductions over the last few weeks amid falling oil prices.
Crude oil is trading at around $63 a barrel – a fall of 40% since June – as increased US shale production and a refusal by the oil cartel OPEC to cut production adds to oversupply.
The world’s top energy watchdog, the International Energy Agency (IEA), has put further downward pressure on the price as it slashed its oil demand forecast for next year.
The IEA said world demand will grow by 900,000 barrels per day, down 230,000 from its previous estimate.
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What is the important documentation process?
The goal of process documentation is similar to that of business process management. It improves business performance and operational agility by optimizing core processes. Documenting processes during execution enables employees to learn by doing, gleaning insight from both mistakes and successes to refine processes.
What are the steps in document processing?
What is documentation explain?
Documentation is any communicable material that is used to describe, explain or instruct regarding some attributes of an object, system or procedure, such as its parts, assembly, installation, maintenance and use. Documentation is often distributed via websites, software products, and other online applications.
Related Question What is documentation process?
Why are processes important?
Why are processes important? They are important because they describe how things are done and then provides the focus for making them better and how they are done determines how successful the outcomes will be. If you focus on the right processes, in the right way, you can design your way to success.
What is the importance of documentation in research?
Proper documentation helps you organize your notes and data. It also adds validity to your work, gives credit to others in your field, and makes it easier to share your research with others. No matter where you are in your career, build a habit of documenting every piece of research you acquire.
How do you do documentation?
What is documentation and example?
Documentation is defined as paperwork giving information, instructions or references. An example of documentation is a marriage certificate. noun. 22.
What is documentation and its importance?
Documentation help ensure consent and expectations. It helps to tell the narrative for decisions made, and how yourself or the client responded to different situations. In this same manor, it is important to record information that can help support the proper treatment plan and the reasoning for such services.
What are the types of documents?
Types of documents
What is documentation system?
system documentation: The collection of documents that describes the requirements, capabilities, limitations, design, operation, and maintenance of a system, such as a communications, computing, or information processing system.
Is PDF a document?
Portable Document Format (PDF), standardized as ISO 32000, is a file format developed by Adobe in 1992 to present documents, including text formatting and images, in a manner independent of application software, hardware, and operating systems.
Who is involved in process documentation?
Business process documentation involves three parties: The Internal team (aka project team) The stakeholders. The external parties.
Why is documentation important in social work?
Good documentation establishes accountability and evidence of the services provided. The social work record, which provides accurate and appropriate information about the client's situation, is invaluable at the time of intervention and for years into the future.
What do you mean by processes?
1 : a series of actions, motions, or operations leading to some result the manufacturing process. 2 : a series of changes that occur naturally the growth process. process. verb. processed; processing.
What do processes do?
A process is an instance of a program running in a computer. It is close in meaning to task , a term used in some operating systems. Processes can exchange information or synchronize their operation through several methods of interprocess communication ( IPC ).
What is documentation research?
Document research method refers to the analysis of documents that contains information about the scenario or event under consideration. It is used to investigate, categorize and analyze physical sources, most commonly written documents, in the social, public or digital world.
What are the benefits of documentation?
Here are a few key benefits you can share to illustrate why documentation should be a priority moving forward.
How would you document this process?
What is the difference between process and procedure?
Process: “a series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.” Procedure: “an established or official way of doing something.”
What is complete documentation?
Complete Documentation means documentation and other detailed written support which identifies with specificity the basis and the charges which are subject to the Bona Fide Dispute, the Service interruption credit or other credit to which Customer reasonably believes itself entitled, and the amounts being withheld by
What is a good documentation?
The most important rule of good documentation is for it to be as inviting as possible. This means that we should aim to write it in the clearest terms possible without skipping over any steps. We should avoid making assumptions about what our users may know. This means that all aspects of the project are documented.
What is written documentation?
written document - writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) document, papers.
What is Document and documentation difference?
Document is a form of information that means record,or a capture of things and events so information will not be lost. But the process of to save, to improve and make essential is documentation. In IT especially we tend to use documentation as a plural for document.
Why are documents written?
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- Research article
- Open Access
The efficacy and safety of peripheral intravenous parenteral nutrition vs 10% glucose in preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation: a randomised controlled trial
BMC Pediatrics volume 20, Article number: 384 (2020)
Preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation often require early support with intravenous fluids because of respiratory distress, hypoglycemia or feed intolerance. When full feeds are anticipated to be reached within the first week, risks associated with intravenous delivery mode and type must be carefully considered. Recommendations are for parenteral nutrition to be infused via central venous lines (because of the high osmolarity), however, given the risks associated with central lines, clinicians may opt for 10% glucose via peripheral venous catheter when the need is short-term. We therefore compare a low osmolarity peripheral intravenous parenteral nutrition (P-PN) solution with peripheral intravenous 10% glucose on growth rate in preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation.
In this parallel group, single centre, superiority, non-blinded, randomised controlled trial, 92 (P-PN 42, control 50) infants born 30+ 0 to 33+ 6 weeks’ gestation, were randomised within 24 h of age, to receive either P-PN (8% glucose, 30 g/L amino acids, 500 IU/L heparin and SMOFlipid®) or a control of peripheral intravenous 10% glucose. Both groups received enteral feeds according to hospital protocol. The primary outcome was rate of weight gain from birth to 21 days of age.
The rate of weight gain was significantly increased in P-PN infants compared with control (P-PN, n = 42, 18.7, SD 6.6 g/d vs control, n = 50, 14.8, SD 6.0 g/d; adjusted mean difference 3.9 g/d, 95% CI 1.3 to 6.6; P = 0.004), with the effect maintained to discharge home. Days to regain birthweight were significantly reduced and length gain significantly increased in P-PN infants. One infant in the P-PN group had a stage 3 extravasation which rapidly resolved. Blood urea nitrogen and triglyceride levels were significantly higher in the P-PN group in the first week of life, but there were no instances of abnormally high levels. There were no significant differences in any other clinical or biochemical outcomes.
P-PN improves the rate of weight gain to discharge home in preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks gestation compared with peripheral intravenous 10% glucose.
Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12616000925448. Registered 12 July 2016.
Infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation constitute approximately 2–3% of the infant population and a large proportion of neonatal admissions. This population of preterm infants often requires transient respiratory support, are at risk of hypoglycemia and feed intolerance such that intravenous fluids are often provided during the early stages of their care. This early neonatal period corresponds to a critical window during which under-nutrition may have long lasting effects on growth and development. Lower intelligence quotient and more attention and behavioral problems at school age are evident not only in very preterm infants but also in moderately preterm infants [2,3,4] when compared with infants born at term. We, and others, have shown that in-hospital growth is related to later developmental outcome and that improvements in growth rate are associated with better mental development [5, 6].
Although recommendations for early parenteral amino acids and lipid support for very preterm infants (< 32 weeks’ gestation) are clear [7, 8], the nutritional requirements of the moderately preterm infant (32 to 33 weeks’ gestation) are less well established . While practices vary, in many centres moderately preterm infants receive 10% glucose using a peripheral intravenous cannula in the first week of life as enteral feeds are established [10, 11]. Parenteral nutrition solutions are typically given via central venous catheters due to their high osmolarity and risks with extravasation if delivered peripherally [12,13,14,15]. However, central venous lines are not without risk and consequently infants requiring them are cared for in intensive care settings [12, 13]. Most moderately preterm newborns [10, 11], and in our experience even many less mature infants (30 to 31 weeks’ gestation), do not get central venous catheters as they are considered physiologically stable enough to be able to tolerate full enteral nutrition by 5–7 days of age and thus can be cared for in Special Care Units [10, 11]. Although recent recommendations state that peripheral venous parenteral nutrition can be given for short periods, the level of evidence for this is low and the risks associated with extravasation high [13, 14]. In addition recommendations state that peripheral venous delivery should only be used when the osmolarity of the infusate is < 850–900 mOsm/L [13, 15].
Consequently, these infants receive less protein and lipid nutrition in the first week of life in comparison to both in-utero accretion and their more immature ex-utero counterparts. Clinicians therefore are balancing the risks associated with the use of central venous lines to deliver parenteral nutrition with the risks associated with short term poorer nutrition as full enteral feeds are established. We therefore aimed to determine the efficacy and safety of providing peripherally administered, low osmolarity, intravenous parenteral nutrition to preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation.
The study was a single centre (Women’s and Children’s Hospital, North Adelaide, South Australia), parallel group, superiority, randomised controlled trial conducted between September 2016 and June 2018. The trial protocol was approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC/15/WCHN/134) of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the study was registered with the Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12616000925448). The study adheres to CONSORT guidelines for reporting of randomised controlled trials .
Infants born 30+ 0 to 33+ 6 weeks’ gestation at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital who required intravenous fluids and were less than 24 h of age and whose parents were able to provide informed written consent, were eligible to participate. Multiple births were eligible and were randomised individually. Infants receiving fluids administered centrally or presenting with major congenital or chromosomal abnormalities were ineligible. Infants were required to be enrolled and randomised before 24 h of age.
Randomisation and blinding
Infants were randomised to one of two groups: the peripheral parenteral nutrition (P-PN) group or control (peripheral 10% glucose) with a 1:1 allocation according to a computer-generated randomisation schedule developed by an independent statistician. Originally the schedule was to be stratified by sex and gestational age 30+ 0 to 31+ 6 and 32+ 0 to 33+ 6 weeks’ using permuted blocks of random sizes. Unfortunately, during development, the sequence of randomisations within each stratum was unintentionally re-sorted according to a randomly generated uninformative study identifier; this was not discovered until the study was complete. This essentially nullified the effects of blocking and meant the final randomisation procedure most closely approximated simple randomisation.
Parents of eligible infants were approached by a clinician (medical practitioner or neonatal nurse practitioner) and followed-up for consent by a research nurse who was not involved in clinical care. Upon consent, infants were randomised by a research nurse or clinician using REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) - a secure web-based software platform hosted at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institution [17, 18]. Data analysts were blinded to group allocation. It was not possible to blind families, clinicians and the researchers who conducted data collection.
The intervention P-PN solution was prepared by Baxter Healthcare and contained amino acids (as Primene®) 30 g/L, glucose 80 g/L (8%) and heparin 500 IU/L. The P-PN solution was provided in 400 mL bags and had an estimated osmolality of 678 mOsm/L. The intervention was given to a maximum of 100 mL/kg/d, so the infant received a maximum intravenous protein intake of 3 g/kg/d. If additional parenteral fluid was required to maintain the targeted total fluid volume or for physiological homeostasis, 10% glucose was given as a separate line via the same peripheral intravenous site. The lipid solution was a 17% lipid emulsion with added vitamins for administration (SMOFlipid® 20% 15 mL, Vitalipid N Infant® 4 mL and Soluvit N® 1 mL per 20 mL, Fresenius Kabi) with the estimated osmolality of 340 mOsm/L. The lipid emulsion (with vitamins) was administered using a separate line via the same peripheral intravenous site at 2 g/kg/d and was included in the total amount of intravenous daily fluids. For the period prior to randomisation and commencement of the intervention solutions, infants received intravenous 10% glucose via peripheral venous catheter.
The control group received peripheral intravenous 10% glucose (osmolarity 556 mOsm/L) administered as per the Women’s and Children’s Hospital neonatal fluid management guidelines. Electrolytes were added, if clinically indicated, using a commercially available premixed solution (Glucose 100 g/L, Potassium chloride 1.5 g/L, Sodium chloride 2.25 g/L; osmolarity 672 mOsm/L).
The fluid management approach was the same for both groups and followed the Hospital guidelines with total fluid volume commenced at 60 mL/kg/d, increasing by 10–15 mL/kg/d to 150–170 ml/kg/d. Enteral feeds (typically expressed breast milk, EBM, or less commonly preterm formula when EBM not available) are commenced when clinically stable. EBM is typically fortified when the enteral intake is > 80 mL/kg/d. The IV infusions ceased in both the intervention and control groups when an enteral intake of 120 mL/kg/d was reached and maintained for 3 days. Lipid emulsion was administered at 2 g/kg/d and ceased at an enteral intake of 100 mL/kg/d. Fluid balance records were audited daily for compliance with the trial protocol. Peripheral venous cannulae were routinely changed every 72 h.
The primary outcome was weight gain (g/d) from birth to 21 days ±2 days. Body weight was measured by clinical staff at approximately the same time daily using electronically balanced scales. Secondary efficacy outcomes included: weight (g/d), length and head circumference gain (mm/d) from birth to discharge home; weight, length and head circumference at 21 days of age ± 2 days and on discharge home. Length was measured weekly and on day of discharge home by clinical staff using a recumbent length board measured to the nearest 0.1 cm. Head circumference was measured around the largest occipitofrontal circumference, using a non-stretching tape, weekly and on day of discharge home by clinical staff. Secondary safety outcomes included extravasation stage 3 or 4 , the number of infants requiring central venous catheter insertion, duration of peripheral venous cannula, feeding tolerance (the number of days on which one or more feeds were stopped) and the number of days taken to reach enteral intake ≥120 mL/kg/d and maintained for 3 days. Clinical outcomes included confirmed sepsis, days of any respiratory support and length of hospital stay (collected according to the Australian and New Zealand Neonatal Network data definitions) .
Protein, lipid and energy intake over the first 21 days were assessed. Parenteral and enteral intake data were collected prospectively from fluid balance charts. The macronutrient composition of the intravenous solutions and formula were based on manufacturer information, and human milk on published values . Energy intake was calculated using the Atwater factors of 4, 4 and 9 kcal per gram of protein, carbohydrate and fat, respectively. Blood samples were taken to assess protein and lipid safety on study day 1, 2, 4, 7, 14 and 21. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN), albumin, triglycerides, pH, base excess and blood glucose levels were measured at hospital laboratories. All data were entered into REDCap [17, 18].
Sample size and statistical analysis
Assuming a standard deviation in weight gain of 5 g per day in this population , 45 infants per group (total of 90 infants) were required to detect a difference in weight gain of 3 g per day between groups with 80% power (P < 0.05). Consultation with the neonatal medical team agreed that this was a clinically important difference on which clinical practice would change.
All analyses were carried out on an intention to treat basis according to a pre-specified statistical analysis plan. Weight gain from birth to 21 days was compared between groups using linear regression, with adjustment made for sex and gestational age at birth (30+ 0 to 31+ 6 and 32+ 0 to 33+ 6 weeks) and generalised estimating equations used to account for clustering due to multiple births. Secondary efficacy and safety outcomes were compared between groups using linear, logistic, and negative binomial regression models as appropriate, again using generalised estimating equations to account for clustering due to multiple births. Secondary biochemical measures obtained from the blood samples and weight z-scores were compared between groups over time using linear mixed models, with fixed effects terms for group, time and the interaction between group and time included in each model. For the primary outcome only, a per-protocol analysis including only those infants whose clinical care adhered to the study protocol (i.e. received P-PN and control solutions via peripheral line) was also undertaken. We calculated z-scores for weight using Australian standards . All analyses were performed using R 3.5.1 (R Core Team, 2019) .
Ninety-two infants were enrolled in the study with 42 infants randomised to the P-PN group and 50 infants to the control (Fig. 1). In total, four infants (P-PN 3, control 1) required central venous line insertion due to their clinical condition and commenced ‘standard preterm PN’ (Baxter Healthcare Pty Ltd) and SMOFlipid®. All 92 infants were included in intention-to-treat analyses with 88 infants included in the per-protocol analysis. Baseline demographic and clinical characteristics were similar between the groups, although there were more singleton infants randomised to the control group than the P-PN group (Table 1 and Supplementary Table 1, Additional File).
All infants received peripheral intravenous 10% glucose until randomisation. Infants randomised to the P-PN group commenced the intervention solutions at a median of 18 h of age (IQR 11–26 h). The number of days requiring intravenous therapy were similar between groups (P-PN 5.9, SD 1.9 d, control 5.7, SD 1.3 d; adjusted ratio of means 1.0, 95% CI 0.9 to 1.1, P = 0.5). Infants randomised to P-PN had significantly higher parenteral protein, lipid and energy intake in week 1 (Supplementary Table 2, Additional File). There were no significant differences in enteral protein, lipid or energy intake between groups over the three-week study period (Supplementary Table 2, Additional File).
Infants randomised to P-PN had a significantly greater rate of weight gain from birth to day 21 compared with infants randomised to control (P-PN 18.7, SD 6.6 g/d vs control 14.8, SD 6.0 g/d; adjusted mean difference 3.9 g/d, 95% CI 1.3 to 6.6; P = 0.004) (Table 2). The effect was similar (P-PN 19.3, SD 6.3 g/d vs control 14.8, SD 6.1 g/d; adjusted mean difference 4.4 g/d, 95% CI 1.9 to 7.03; P = 0.0008) when analysed per protocol, i.e. excluding the 4 infants who required a central line and received ‘standard preterm PN’ and SMOFlipid® (Table 2).
Infants randomised to P-PN regained birthweight significantly faster than infants randomised to control (adjusted ratio of means 0.8 days, 95% CI: 0.7 to 0.9; P < 0.0001) (Table 2). Weight and length at day 21 were significantly higher in the P-PN group compared with control (Table 2). By discharge home weight, but not length, remained significantly higher. There was no difference in head circumference at either time point (Table 2). On discharge home, the rate of weight gain from birth remained significantly greater in infants randomised to P-PN than those randomised to control (adjusted mean difference 4.9 g/d, 95% CI 2.0 to 7.8 g/d; P = 0.001). Length gain to discharge home was also significantly greater in P-PN infants compared with control (adjusted mean difference 0.3 mm/d, 95% CI 0.0 to 0.5 mm/d; P = 0.02), however there were no differences in rate of head circumference gain (Table 2). The P-PN group had an overall greater body weight z-score compared with control (adjusted mean difference 0.2, 95% CI 0.04 to 0.3; P = 0.008) (Fig. 2).
There were no significant differences between groups in the proportion of infants treated for hypoglycemia or developing feeding intolerance, or in days taken to reach full enteral feeds (Table 3). There were no significant differences in any clinical outcomes including respiratory support requirements, incidence of sepsis and length of hospital stay (Table 3 and Supplementary Table 3, Additional File).
There was a significant group by time interaction for both mean BUN and mean triglyceride levels (P < 0.0001) with BUN levels significantly increased to day 7 and triglyceride levels to day 14 in the P-PN group compared with control (Supplementary Table 5, Additional File). However, there were no instances of raised BUN levels (14.3 mmol/L ) in either group (Supplementary Table 6, Additional File). Hypertriglyceridemia (> 2.25 mmol/L ) occurred in four infants, one each in the P-PN and control group on days 2 and 7 (Supplementary Table 6, Additional File). There were no significant differences between the groups for mean levels of serum albumin, pH, base excess and blood sugar (Supplementary Table 5, Additional File) nor in proportion of infants with low serum albumin, hyperglycaemia or metabolic acidosis (Supplementary Table 6, Additional File).
Neither the overall length of time that peripheral venous cannulae were required, the frequency of infiltration nor the number of peripheral cannulae used differed between groups (Supplementary Table 4, Additional File). There was one stage 3 extravasation in the P-PN group which resolved quickly on removal of the cannula. There were no stage 3 or 4 extravasations in the control group.
In this single centre, randomised controlled trial, in preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation requiring intravenous fluids, peripheral intravenous parenteral nutrition (8% glucose, 30 g amino acids/L, heparin 500 IU/L) and SMOFlipid® resulted in a significantly greater rate of weight gain from birth to 21 days of age when compared with peripheral intravenous 10% glucose.
The increased rate of weight gain was maintained to discharge home. The time to regain birthweight in P-PN infants was significantly less than control infants with P-PN infants weighing significantly more at 21 days of age and on discharge home. Length gain from birth to 21 days and birth to discharge home were also significantly greater with the intervention, however, there was no effect on head circumference. We found no evidence of adverse effects relating to the P-PN intervention.
To the best of our knowledge this is the first randomised controlled trial of parenteral nutrition in this population. Previous observational reports show wide variation in clinical practice between countries and centres reflecting the lack of evidence in the nutritional management of this population [10, 11, 28,29,30]. Delivery of parenteral nutrition using a central line is common in some centers [29, 31] and has been reported to improve nutrient intake and postnatal growth . Central lines allow infusion of high osmolarity parenteral nutrition however their use is not without clinical risk, for e.g., sepsis, haemorrhage, thrombosis, air leak syndromes [13, 32, 33]. Consequently, insertion and care of central lines requires particular expertise, necessitating admission to a neonatal intensive care setting. Caution regarding insertion of central lines in infants who are expected to reach full enteral feeds within ≈5–7 days may explain some of the variation in nutritional management practices. Results from a recent Australian and New Zealand survey and a UK audit in infants born 32–34 weeks’ gestation show that < 20% use parenteral nutrition in this population with resulting suboptimal nutrient intakes .
Our study is unique in that parenteral nutrition was administered via peripheral venous catheter, thus avoiding the use of a central line, and reducing need for intensive care, while maximising nutritional intake. Zecca et al. studied a different approach to improving nutrition in their randomised controlled of a ‘proactive feeding regimen’ (enteral intake 100 mLs/kg/d day 1, increasing by day 3 to 200 mLs/kg/d) vs standard care (enteral intake 60 mLs/kg/d day 1, increasing by day 9 to 170 mL/kg/d). They showed a significant reduction in length of stay (mean, 9.8, SD 3.1 vs 11.9, SD 4.7 days; P = 0.03), need for intravenous fluids (2.8% vs 33.3%; P = 0.001) with no difference in feeding tolerance. However, their population was considerably more mature (32–36 weeks’ gestation) with the trial specifically designed for infants small for gestational age. Their approach may not translate to the less mature infant and such a study would need to be repeated in this population.
During the conduct of this study results from a large (n = 1440) RCT suggested that delaying the introduction of parenteral nutrition for 7 days is advantageous in critically ill children [35, 36]. Only 15% (n = 209) of participants in their study were neonates and all were term born, it is therefore unknown if this benefit would apply to infants with the degree of prematurity included in our study and who had mild transitional problems. Observational studies in the moderately preterm infant have shown an association between minimising postnatal weight losses and improved growth rate . In the extremely preterm infant poor postnatal growth is not only associated with serious complications of prematurity such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia, necrotising enterocolitis and sepsis but also poorer neurodevelopment [5, 6, 38, 39]. Sufficiently powered randomised controlled trials will be required to detect differences in these less common clinical outcomes in the moderately preterm infant, and effects on longer term neurodevelopment.
Although a economic analysis was beyond the scope of this study, we acknowledge there is a marginal increase in costs associated with the use of intravenous parenteral nutrition compared with 10% glucose. However, the increase in growth we found will allow 30–33 week preterm infants to remain in hospitals providing Special Care only without need to transfer to a major perinatal center for intensive care with potential reduction in health care costs.
The peripheral parenteral nutrition solution used was specifically designed to have an osmolarity comparable to that of those fluids routinely used peripherally in our institution (< 700 mOsmol/L) thus minimising the risk of phlebitis and extravasation injuries associated with hyperosmolar solutions. The osmolarity of the available standardised formulations exceeded this range . We achieved the reduction in osmolarity by reducing the glucose concentration to 8% to accommodate the addition of protein. The solution did not include additional electrolytes that may not be essential for the 30 to 33 week preterm newborn in the early days of life and which may increase the risk of extravasation injuries. The osmolarity of this infusate was calculated to be 678 mOsmol/L which sits within both the European and North American guidelines for peripheral administration and therefore could be used in both neonatal intensive and special care nurseries.
We found no adverse events associated with the intervention. Although there was one grade 3 extravasation in the intervention group this rapidly resolved on removal of the cannula without any further intervention. The parenteral nutrition and lipid intervention were well tolerated. While the BUN levels were higher in the first week of life in the P-PN infants than in the control there were no instances of abnormally high levels, nor was there any evidence of metabolic acidosis. Hypertriglycidaemia occurred in only one infant in each group, with the infant in the control group not having received intravenous lipids; and instances of both hypo- and hyperglycemia were similar between groups.
Our study was limited by not being able to blind the intervention. The study team considered many options for blinding such as having the intervention and control fluids masked within amber opaque syringes and infusion tubing. However, safety considerations were thought to be prohibitive for this strategy. Data analysts were blinded to group allocation and unblinding did not occur until all analyses according to the a priori statistical analysis plan were complete. The randomisation schedule error resulted in simple rather than blocked randomisation. While this led to a small imbalance in numbers between groups (P-PN 42, control 50), sex and gestational age strata were balanced between groups. A further limitation was that secondary outcomes were analysed without adjustment for multiple comparisons. Although treatment effects on secondary growth and biochemistry outcomes were clinically plausible and often highly statistically significant, the lack of multiplicity adjustment means these findings should be interpreted with additional caution.
Providing peripherally administered parenteral nutrition of 8% glucose, 30 g/L amino acids and SMOFlipid® improves short-term weight and length gain in infants born 30–33 weeks’ gestation.
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We thank the families who participated in this study. We also thank the Neonatal Intensive and Special Care nurses, midwives and medical practitioners for the value they place on research as an integral part of clinical care by consenting and enrolling participants during their busy shifts.
Supported by a grant from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Foundation. The funder was not involved in the study design nor in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data or the decision to submit for publication. Dr. Suganuma was supported by an overseas study scholarship from Kamisu Saiseikai Hospital, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. A/Professor Collins and Professor Gibson are in receipt of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Fellowships (APP1132596 and APP1046207 respectively). The views expressed in this article are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not reflect the views of the NHMRC.
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Baseline characteristics. Supplementary Table 2. Parenteral and enteral intake over 21 day study period. Supplementary Table 3. Clinical outcomes. Supplementary Table 4. Peripheral intravenous cannula. Supplementary Table 5. Mean biochemical measures by day of life and overall. Supplementary Table 6. Biochemical measures outside normal clinical parameters.
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Suganuma, H., Bonney, D., Andersen, C.C. et al. The efficacy and safety of peripheral intravenous parenteral nutrition vs 10% glucose in preterm infants born 30 to 33 weeks’ gestation: a randomised controlled trial. BMC Pediatr 20, 384 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-020-02280-w
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What Are Fleas?
Fleas have been a source of trouble ever since their discovery. According to the history books, the first mention of the insect was over 2000 years ago, by Chinese authors who recorded “hailstones” that fell from an empty blue sky and caused aching in man and beast, especially at the soles of feet. From this description, it seems likely that fleas were already well known as disease carriers – plague or murine typhus had been killing off whole populations even before that time.
In those days, no one had any idea what kind of tiny creature had caused such terrible suffering, but some bright person must have realized there were more than hailstones involved because flea powder became one of the staple remedies for every householder.
It was another thousand years before the medical world took fleas seriously. But with the death of Charles II in 1685, brought about by his beloved pet dogs who were infested with fleas carrying the plague, there had to be some sort of explanation.
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Nowadays, we know better how this little pest survives – or even thrives – on animal blood or human blood if nothing else is available. Cats and dogs are prime targets for their affections, but humans can suffer too. Even if the cat or dog has no fleas, it is still possible to get bitten since most creatures that come into close contact with pets also pick up any they may have missed.
What are Fleas Like?
Firstly I would like to mention one of their most unusual abilities, which naturalists very rarely mention. When in extreme danger, they squirt out a bit of blood before they die, so they do bleed even if you don’t see the spot where it went in!
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Can fleas live in human hair
Fleas are ectoparasites which means their only association with humans is to be on human skin to feed. They cannot live in human hair for very long, so trying to steer clear of them won’t help if you have a flea problem.
After having jumped off your dog’s or cat’s coat where they usually reside, these parasites will find other places about the home that provides shelter and, most importantly, warmth – usually your bedding! The answer is not finding out how to trap fleas in your hair but rather how to get rid of the irritating little creatures altogether.
The female adult flea lays around 20 eggs per day, which can hatch as quickly as two days later, although this varies depending on the conditions. For example, if the temperature is lower, it will take longer for them to hatch into larvae (maggots).
The eggs can survive without access to their host; they only need the warmth of your home and some moisture – which you can help provide by steam-cleaning carpets, soft furnishings, and bedding regularly.
Flea larvae like nothing better than moist surroundings where they can feed upon adult flea feces which will make up around 25% of their diet; this also provides them with a source of protein. They will move away from light areas in your home towards darker ones such as under furniture or behind skirting boards. Then, after developing further over several weeks, pupate to be an adult – which is the stage at which they can leave your home and then feed on blood.
Around 20% of flea larvae will survive their pupation period, and this is where you’re likely to find them; on carpets, soft furnishings, or bedding.
Just like adults, these can jump onto nearby pets but also make their way into cracks in skirting boards or furniture folds; good hiding places for them here if you don’t steam clean regularly enough! You may often see them out of the corner of your eye as they’ll scamper off quickly when disturbed.
To prevent re-infestation, it’s important to treat the areas within your home where you have seen evidence of a problem and those outsides. Fleas will hop onto your pet and you as you pass through the garden, so treating both areas is necessary to stop their return again and again.
But what happens if you do get a serious infestation? Once more, the Victorian age of medicine comes to the rescue with various products that can be used.
For instance, carbolic soap was used as a flea shampoo on dogs, and it still does a good job today! Liquid paraffin is also very effective on cats and dogs, but I have been told by someone whose cat has done this for years without ill effects that they thought it would dissolve their skin from the inside out!
The boric acid powder is very good at killing eggs and larvae, too; it’s fairly harmless to pets once dried, so you don’t have to worry about them licking themselves afterward.
However, there are some precautions you must take while using these products. Firstly, have someone who doesn’t use the same shampoo give your pet a bath in warm water to get rid of its natural oils; these keep it waterproof, but if you want the soap or paraffin to do their job, they need to work on bare skin. Secondly, rinse very thoroughly afterward! This is especially true of paraffin which will kill fleas in pores in the skin, so there’s no point in using it unless your cat comes up immaculate when you’re done. Since cats bathe themselves daily, at least part of the dirt should come off with water alone, but dogs are another matter entirely if they don | <urn:uuid:64e0df3f-7886-4a1c-a0cb-e356373ad69c> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://smarthousewifetips.com/can-fleas-live-in-human-hair/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572021.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20220814083156-20220814113156-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.975192 | 1,543 | 2.734375 | 3 |
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The Museum of Coastal Defence in Hel was established in buildings formerly occupied by the German Schleswig-Holstein 406 mm battery: the B2 gun emplacement and the range-finder tower. The Museum was opened to visitors on 1st May 2006. The aim of the museum is to show the military history of Hel and the Polish Navy. A number of thematic exhibitions show the heroism of the defence of Hel in 1939, and the development of the Polish Navy through history. The development of naval armaments and communications over the last fifty years is shown in detail.
The museum is dedicated to the memory of Zbigniew Przybyszewski - the commander of the peninsular battery named after H. Laskowski. He was the hero of the 32 days of the defence of Hel in the autumn of 1939. Aft
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Navigating a Case of Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD) in Clinical Practice
The term treatment-resistant depression (TRD) is problematic because it has been associated with a narrow focus on pharmacotherapeutic non-response and also because it invokes a nihilistic view regarding managing depression.
To overcome these problems the term difficult-to-treat depression (DTD) has been proposed with two main advantages,
- ‘Difficult to treat’ suggests that the management of the depressive illness is likely to be challenging, but at the same time, it is not unachievable.
- The definition of DTD is not predicated on pharmacotherapy alone, and the management of DTD involves a much broader set of strategies – including, for example, psychosocial measures.
This video covers the following:
- Difference between Treatment-resistant depression and Difficult to treat depression
- Navigating a clinical case of TRD / DTD by using the diagnostic hierarchy
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Dr Pepper Survival Tips
Survival is available in numerous tastes, it’s simple to obtain confused. Desert, Wildlife, Water; each supplies a variety of survival abilities and guidance. You desire a survival book that fits your survival needs which is what you intend to help you find. In an attempt not to overwhelm you, have provided (once more in no certain order) seven survival books which, for the most part, is what you desire. Dr Pepper Survival Tips
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Survival in Times of Drought by Jay Lexton. Jay Lexton is a survival expert, currently living on a watercraft off the west coast of Oregon, where Mother earth on a regular basis tosses extreme weather condition events. Saturated forest areas and river rapids provide a few of one of the most lethal circumstances. Through an unique design of composing, Jay Lexton provides viewers with the understanding as well as prep work needed to make it through in these potentially disastrous scenarios. Dr Pepper Survival Tips
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Catastrophe Readiness – Survival Skills, Strategies and also Strategies by Jack Canfield. This survival overview supplies information pertaining to how to manage different survival circumstances. It consists of instructions for managing emergencies, food storage space techniques, producing a survival package, and producing a calamity plan. The abilities consisted of concentrate on food storage space, water purification, developing a residence, emergency devices, as well as emergency treatment skills. This is a valuable overview for any person preparing for an all-natural disaster circumstance. Dr Pepper Survival Tips
The Pocket Survival Overview to All Life by David Martin. This survival book goes over everything there is to learn about emergency survival from knowing when and where to go shopping to utilizing survival medication manual, which is a mix of tablets, powder and fluids, for dealing with emergencies. This survival book additionally talks about preparing your home for catastrophe, insects to eat food, keeping cool as well as secure, illness avoidance, pet wellness, climate condition as well as lightening. The Pocket Survival Overview to All Life has all 98.6 levels of light as well as shade. This guide is really beneficial as it has actually survival suggestions based upon clinical study regarding the means the sunlight affects the human body.
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Is it true that once you start going to a chiropractor, you always have to go?
We've heard this too, but it is actually not true, and it is definitely not true in our office. We offer three phases of care and let our patients choose the care they want. First is relief care. Here the goal is to get relief from whatever ails you. Once you get relief, you're done. This is achieved usually from one or two visits to two or three weeks. Second, there is corrective care. Here we work to actually correct the underlying cause of the problem. Because the underlying cause has usually existed for awhile, it can take longer to get a full correction. It varies from person to person. But it is wise to get the problem finally corrected once and for all. And finally there is maintenance care. We could also call this phase prevention or wellness. These visits are designed to keep you healthy and prevent future problems. Many patients choose this care because they want to be as healthy as they possibly can be. So you're totally okay to choose the type of care you want.
I heard that chiropractic care is only good for back and neck pain. Is that true?
Another common misconception. Chiropractic helps people with all kinds of health problems; from headaches to allergies to arthritis. By restoring a normal nerve flow in your body, this improves how your body functions, including the healing process. So no matter what health problem you come in with, we can help you. If you're alive and have a spine, we can help you.
Is it possible for a chiropractor to hurt you?
Chiropractic is one of the safest approaches to health that exist. Dr. Horning is highly trained and experienced in rendering gentle care to all of his patients, from infants to the very elderly. We take care of people from birth up to 100 years young. Many famous and wealthy movie stars and athletes use chiropractic regularly because they know it is safe and effective. They would know because they can afford the best health care money can buy. So, no, we do not hurt you, we make you feel better.
How expensive is chiropractic care?
How can you put a price on health? To be truly healthy is priceless. But due to expenses, we must put a price on the health service we provide. Our fees are very reasonable, especially considering the results we get with our patients. Most people can afford our care. We accept most insurances, which usually have a deductible and co-pay. Whether your insurance covers you or not, your health is the most important thing you have, and we restore it for you.
Are chiropractors real doctors?
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Cloris, I cannot say your eyes
Did my unwary heart surprise;
Nor will I swear it was your face,
Your shape, or any nameless grace:
For you are so entirely fair,
To love a part, injustice were;
No drowning man can know which drop
Of water his last breath did stop;
So when the stars in heaven appear,
And join to make the night look clear;
The light we no one's bounty call,
But the obliging gift of all.
He that does lips or hands adore,
Deserves them only, and no more;
But I love all, and every part,
And nothing less can ease my heart.
Cupid, that lover, weakly strikes,
Who can express what 'tis he likes.
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“It’s like being caught in a spiderweb. You’ll find yourself pushing with every part of your body, and no part of your body will be able to move. You’re totally trapped by–held by plants,” says Elsa Sebastian, describing what it’s like to bushwhack through a 25-year old clear cut in Southeast Alaska. It’s something the lady fisherman did a lot of this past summer in an effort to defend the remaining old growth on her home island, Prince of Wales.
In January of 2017, Alaska Representative Don Young introduced a bill that would transfer up to two million acres of the Tongass National Forest to the State of Alaska for timber harvest. Much of that land would come from Prince of Wales.
For the fourth installment of our Endangered Spaces series, we travel with Elsa and her companions, botanical illustrator Mara Menahan and biologist Natalie Dawson, as they trek through the areas on the island selected for transfer to see for themselves what’s been lost and what remains to be saved.
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No surprises in this one – men prefer younger women, women prefer older men.
Except Madonna, natch.
Men and women have different preferences regarding the age of their sexual partners and women’s preferences are better realized than are men’s. Regarding the age of their actual sexual partners, the difference is however much smaller.
Researchers in psychology at Åbo Akademi University in Turku, Finland, suggest that this pattern reflect the fact that when it comes to mating, women control the market.
Women are more selective than men
Grounding their interpretation in evolutionary theory, the researchers suggest that because women are more selective than men in their sexual behavior, men are more unlikely than women to have sex with their ideal partners. Therefore men’s actual behavior follows more closely women’s preferences than men’s own preferences.
To study this pattern in terms of preferences with regard to the partner’s age the scientists gathered observations from a population-based sample of more than 12,000 Finns and found that women, on average, are interested in same-aged to somewhat older men than themselves and that this pattern displays itself across the entire life-span. Men, on the other hand, show a tendency to be sexually interested in women in their mid-twenties. This tendency is also notable when the men themselves are younger or older than this. Men younger than 20 prefer women older than themselves, while men older than 30 prefer women younger than themselves.
Differences in female and male psychology
The reason for why men’s sexual interest seems directed towards women in their mid-20s is likely because women of this age are the most fertile. This means that in our evolutionary past, men who have had sex with women in their mid-20s have had more offspring than other men. This study shows that in terms of sexuality evolution has favored differences in female and male psychology.
The study only looked at heterosexual preferences and heterosexual activity. To follow this up the researchers plan to study the corresponding pattern in non-heterosexual individuals.
Source: Academy of Finland
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Creation of RESTful Webservice in SAP
As you all aware of that creation of SOA (System oriented architecture) web service using FM. Now let’s create a REST(Representational state transfer) web service which is getting much attention now a days.
Recently I have been given with a requirement to create a REST( Representational state transfer) web service which returns the sales order details in XML format.
Business requirement: Consumer want to get the details of sales order from the SAP by passing the sales order number as ID through URL.
What is REST ful web service?
It’s a named resource which can be accessed using the URL containing the ID (In our case Sales order number ) of the resource in distributed environment.
With the help of SCN and Wiki documents I have created Web service as below.
Step1: Create a handler class which is having the business logic to get the sales order details
Go to se24 enter the class name
Step 2: Now we need to implement the interface IF_HTTP_EXTENSION
You can see the method HANDLE_REQUEST from the interface IF_HTTP_EXTENSION.We will use this method in future to implement business logic.
Step 3:Write below code in the HANDLE_REQUEST method
data:lv_path type string,
lv_data type string,
lt_data type table of string.
types:begin of ty_head,
VBELN type vbak-VBELN,
KUNNR type vbak-KUNNR,
VKORG type vbak-VKORG,
end of ty_head.
data:ls_head type ty_head,
lt_list type table of BAPIORDERS,
ls_list type BAPIORDERS,
XML_OUT type string.
* get the request attributes
lv_path = server->REQUEST->get_header_field( name = ‘~PATH_INFO’ ).
SHIFT lv_path LEFT BY 1 PLACES.
* Get the sales order details
select single vbeln
where vbeln = lv_path.
* Convert the data to XML format
CALL TRANSFORMATION ID
SOURCE TAB = ls_head
RESULT XML XML_OUT
OPTIONS XML_HEADER = ‘WITHOUT_ENCODING’.
* Set the converted data to Browser
server->response->set_cdata( data = XML_OUT ).
Step4: Go to transaction SICF and click on Execute button
Step 5: Create a child node under the services hierarchy by right click on the node. I have created services in the following path
Step 6: Enter the service name click to continue
Added service will be under the respective hierarchy as below
Step 7: Double click on the service zrest_service then below screen will appear
Step 8: Go to Handler list tab and give the handler name which we created earlier as ZCL_SALES_ORDER_HANDLER
Step 9: Save and activate the service as below
Step 10: Now test the service
Step 11:Give sales order number in URL and click F5
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for homes, offices, schools and other public areas
waterproof 6 mm Baltic birch plywood, FSC certified
30 L (bag measure 40 L)
H 470 mm x W 325 mm x D 430 mm
moving back wheel, drawer for bags, finger-jointed construction
Bio waste; Carton; Deposit based waste; Mixed waste; Paper; Packaging
no glue, no screws, no tools. Assembled in 5 minutes
Our mini waste station set consists of four bins with lids and drawers which enables to collect four different types of waste generated in the house: plastic, metal and beverage packaging, paper and cardboard, bio-waste and other household waste. The idea to procure a recycling station like that came from the rural municipality mayor Indrek Kullam with the aim of encouraging both the residents and the institutions of the rural municipality to sort waste. And the best way to do that is to start with yourself.
Designer at Kehtna rural municipality
For a long time we were looking for a solution that was the right size and had a beautiful appearance and would fit in our office. Sortaider recycling solution was just right for our office. As beginners in recycling, it seemed especially cool and convenient for us that the garbage bins have instructions on what kind of waste goes into each bin. Everything is solved very logically – it’s very nicely clarified which waste should be placed in the appropriate container.
Head of Sustainable Development at Nordic Milk OÜ
We cooperated with Sortaider who also advised the team. Their first recommendation was to remove the usual rubbish bins which were placed under the employees' desks. Getting rid of them is also good for health, because this way people move around the office more. Recycling stations for collecting different types of waste were put at the entrance to the premises and on the other side of the office where the Pärnu County Business Incubator is located.
Marketing Manager at Pärnu County Development Centre
Sortaider's recycling solution stood out from other competitors primarily due to its ease of use, practicality and good appearance. The clarity of the message was also a very important aspect in the selection – each type of waste is clearly distinguishable with different colors and pictograms. A helpful addition was also the sorting guide inside the box to make the whole process as simple and clear as possible.
We decided in favor of Sortaider recycling solution because the system and instructions were clear and the appearance of the recycling stations was in line with the design of the rest of the office – these stations had the most beautiful visuals compared to other similar products,
Chief Office Management Specialist of the Information System Authority
The new sorting solution is the first step in the beginning of our recycling journey. When looking for solutions on the internet, Sortaider's waste sorting bins appeared to be the most beautiful and the system is simple which definitely facilitates this journey.
Director of the Saue Youth Center
We decided in favor of Sortaider, because the recycling station is made of natural materials and looks good visually, it is not a so-called foreign body made of either metal or plastic. The price was also reasonable.
Secretary-Administrator at AS Metrosert
While looking for different solutions I reached the Sortaider website and the recycling solutions were very suitable for us – in terms of convenience, sizes and colour solutions of the bins.
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The New Yat Dictionary: Revised Edition
130 pages: $16.95
The New Yat Dictionary, Revised Edition by Chris Champagne, includes all the words included in the first edition of The Yat Dictionary, plus expanded definitions and lots of new words submitted by readers and by the author. James Nolan says of Chris Champagne: “What Dylan Thomas did for Welsh, Chris Champagne does for YAT.” And now, for the second time, what Chris has done for Yat is compiled into a complete reference for tourists and New Orleanians alike. As noted scholar and linguist Dr. Nancy Dixon says, “If you ain’t got this book, how you gonna talk right, Dawlin?”
A chronicler of our town and our times, Chris Champagne is the boiled crab of comedy.
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Ariete is a Tactical Combat Series (TCS) game covering the Italian Ariete Division’s defense of Bir el Gubi, Libya, on November 19, 1941.
The well-equipped yet inexperienced British 22nd Armoured Brigade saw an opportunity to season itself against a supposedly weak Italian formation. At full-strength with 162 brand-new Crusader tanks, the British were eager to emulate the easy victories against the Italian 10th Army the previous winter. What actually ensued was a swirling desert battle between evenly matched opponents.
Ariete covers this entire mobile action in turns representing 30 minutes each and a map scale of 150 meters per hex. Units range from sections to platoons. A minimal amount of special rules bring the Tactical Combat Series to North Africa, highlighting the unique tactical challenge of the desert environment.
The Italian player must manage a mobile defense against stronger British armored units until reinforcements arrive in the form of the 132nd Tank Regiment. He must make good use of artillery and AT assets (especially truck-mounted 102mm guns) to bloody the Brits and set them up for an armored counterattack.
The Commonwealth player must solve the problem of using an armor-only force to crack defensive positions held by a well-led combined-arms force. The desert environment, with swirling dust clouds and relatively long lines of sight, will not help him in this regard!
- Tactical Combat Series version 4.01 rulebook
- Ariete game-specific rulebook
- 12 Scenarios
- two Tactical Combat Series Charts & Tables
- one full-color 22" x 34" map
- 280 counters (see a sample here)
- zip lock bag (*Note: In order to keep production costs down, we are producing Ariete as a bagged game only; there will not be a boxed edition.)
Destruction of the III/8 Bersaglieri, 2 turns
The Nearest Thing to a Cavalry Charge, 6 turns
The Attack on the 8th Bersaglieri, 6 turns
The Attack on Bir el Gubi (Prepared Defense), 6 turns
The Attack on Bir el Gubi (Early CW Arrival), 6 turns
Attack of the 2nd Royal Gloucestershire Hussars, 10 turns
Attack of the 4th County of London Yeomanry, 11 turns
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Athletes often get used to feeling little aches and pains on occasion, but some minor discomfort may actually be a more serious injury. Here are some of the most common sports injuries, broken down by sport, along with treatment and prevention types.
Common Running injury
Running is one of the easiest and most popular ways to stay fit. It is also one of the easiest ways to develop an injury. Running injuries are common and often effect the hips, knees, ankles, and feet of runners. The impact and stress of running is sometimes hard on the muscles and joints; especially if you ignore early warning signs of an injury.
The best way to avoid running injuries is to prevent them. These tips can help both novice and elite runners prevent running injuries:
Running Ankle Sprain
The most common of all ankle injuries, an ankle sprain occurs when there is a stretching and tearing of ligaments surrounding the ankle joint. The numerous ligaments around the ankle can become pulled and torn when the ankle is forced into a position not normally encountered.
For immediate relief, follow the R.I.C.E. treatment plan. Rest, Ice, Compression and elevation are the best immediate treatment for all pulls and strains. Many of the problems resulting from sprains are due to blood and edema in and around the ankle; therefore it is important to minimizing swelling. After applying the ice, wrap the ankle in an ACE bandage or wrap to keep it supported and compressed. An anti-inflammatory can be helpful to reduce pain and inflammation for the first 7 to 10 days after the injury.
Rehab exercises for Ankle Sprain
After the initial 24 – 48 hours of rest and icing, you slowly begin weight bearing over several days as tolerated. Continue using crutches to avoid full weight bearing during this phase. Gradually progressing to full weight bearing as tolerated. Try to use a normal heel-toe gait when you do start weight bearing. Continue using an ankle brace to protect the joint from reinjure. Rehabilitation exercises should be begun as soon as tolerated, without pain. Range of motion (ROM) exercises should be begun early in the course of treatment. One simple ROM exercise is to draw the letters of the alphabet with your toes. Gradual progression to other weight bearing exercises should follow shortly after.
Any ankle injury that does not respond to treatment in 1-2 weeks may be more serious. Always consult a physician for a thorough evaluation and diagnosis.
Dr Kevin M H Yip, MBBS (UK), FRCS (EDIN), FAM (SING), FHKCOS (ORTHO)
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The end of the Florida Land Boom: 1926.
In the middle of the nineteen twenties, a single ship ran aground on a sandbar and capsized. No-one was killed; no-one was hurt but this simple accident brought about the end of the infamous Florida Land Boom.
Since the beginning of the decade, investors had flocked to South Florida. They could buy land cheap and sell it again and make fabulous profits.
How could they go wrong?
South Florida had gorgeous weather, no inheritance or income tax and the areas was becoming known as ‘America’s Playground’.
But the Florida East Coast Railroad was becoming exhausted. The trains had been hauling lumber and construction materials to the south of Florida for a few hectic years.
Trains and tracks needed repair. So the FECR placed an embargo on delivering to the state. South Florida no longer received the building materials it needed, or the accessories such as glass for windows, door knobs and knockers – and all the goods it needed to complete homes, hotels and commercial buildings.
Although this threw the industry into disarray, the people of South Florida were resourceful – why not bring the goods they needed by ship? One solution was to take all the rundown ships – the ones that were due to be dismantled – and fill them with construction materials for their final voyages. The captains of these ramshackle boats were told to unload the goods, then ditch their vessels.
Many ships headed to Florida. The port of Miami was always busy, but now there were clusters of additional craft anchored just outside the port awaiting access. In addition, the citrus crops had been fantastic that year and there was so much more shipping traffic relaying the golden and fresh – but perishable- Florida oranges to the north. Dock workers took advantage of this heighten traffic and decided to strike for more pay and to add to the chaos, cars and trucks were still travelling down to Florida bearing people who wanted to stake their claim in the land boom. This meant that people were sleeping in their cars or in tents – the area just didn’t have enough hotel or rented accommodation to house them.
Enter a group of developers who decided to purchase an old, run down Danish schooner. It was located in New York and the group had the idea of making it into a floating hotel and sending it down to South Florida where rooms were so badly needed. Of course, before sending the ship, the Prinz Valdemar, to the south, they loaded it up with the much-needed construction materials.
This seemed like an excellent plan.
The ship was huge by the standards of the day. It was 241 feet long and had four tall masts. In fact,it was the largest ship ever to try to gain access to the Miami harbour. The harbour officials decided that she should wait outside the harbour until the seas were perfectly calm so the Prinz Valdemar waited for one week. Then on 10th January, 1926, tugs started to tow her up the channel towards the harbour. The ship ran aground on a sandbar. As she did, she toppled over sideways. The eighty men aboard had plenty of time to jump into the water and they were rescued by the Coastguard.
But effectively, the ship had cut off access to and from the port.
Lying on her side, her tall masts prevented anything but the smallest craft from entering or leaving the port. About a hundred ships were anchored offshore waiting to bring in construction materials. Ships inside the harbour were unable to get out. When the authorities tried to move the Prinz Valdemar, it proved to be impossible. So they started cutting an additional channel. Two of the dredges being used hit reefs and broke down.
The answer was to cut the masts from the ship.
The masts were 100 feet long so this was no easy task but eventually they were removed. Gradually, ships started to move in the channel again. Then the situation became even more like a cartoon.
Almost unbelievably, a steamer called the Lakevort ran aground. This meant that the channel was now closed again. A few freighters tried to get their way through and struck reefs and were grounded. Hollywood could have invented no better comedy of errors.
What happened to the Prinz Valdemar?
Eventually the water was pumped out of the hold of the ship and tugs dragged her upright and took to to a mooring alongside Biscayne Boulevard where she was converted into an aquarium, then a restaurant and then a bar. Then she was fitted out with new (but shorter) masts, coloured lights and brightly coloured flags and was on display at Bayfront Park until it was dismantled in the fifties. THis time,it was securely moored – in concrete.
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Philadelphia, PA - Statistics showed that in 2017 34.6% of women graduated with a 4 year degree vs. 33.7% of men. This gap has been narrowing for years, and women finally surpassed men for the first time in 2014.
More women are making their mark and creating their trajectory for their futures. I’m proud of us! What this also means is that there will be more women entering this fresh new phase of their lives called a career. As a graduating female pursuing your career, you will find yourself receiving solicited and unsolicited interview advice from friends and family. Regardless of all of the wonderful advice you will hear about resume content, what to wear, and interview questions, there are other components of interviewing that can set you apart:
1. Use Your Network: Lets face it - the Internet is our way of life. We rely on it to shop, work, travel, check the weather and yes, find a job. Everyone uses it, especially when looking for a job. Our first instinct is to go the computer and search popular websites like LinkedIn, Monster, and Ladders. I get it. I’ve done it. These websites provide quick access to available jobs, salaries and requirements. Excellent for visibility to what is out there for you.
But, upon attaching your resume and clicking the submit button there is a risk. You risk getting lost in the shuffle of the hundreds or thousands of other candidates or perhaps going into sheer cyberspace. So, instead of going into cyberspace, or not having your resume reviewed at all, get creative and do something different – network. Network with other people, but without the computer. This is not rocket science I know, but people have gotten away from using themselves as their own best resource. The upside is that fundamentally people like to help people, especially when they are young, diligent and excited about pursuing their careers.
Person to person networking will help you gain momentum in your job search in a flash. Sound overwhelming? Keep it simple. Make a list of 10 people you know who have careers you admire and then, wait for it… CALL them. Email is great too, but emails are commonplace and can be easily ignored. So do something different. When you get them on the phone, let them know you are in the market and looking for the first springboard job into your career. Ask if there is someone at their place of work you could speak with or is there someone else they would recommend. This may feel a little awkward at first, but these chances have to be taken to widen the possibilities of new employment. Even if the person on the other end of the line doesn’t know of an immediate position they may know someone else at another company who does.
2. Write a “Thank You” note: The value of a thank you is so overlooked these days. As simple as this seems, people in general are so fast paced now they don’t take an extra moment to thank someone. In your interview process, after meeting with someone, instead of logging onto email to send a thank you message like everyone else, take a moment and hand-write it. Again, this is an area where email is predictable. Everyone expects an emailed thank you message nowadays, so writing a personal note will differentiate you from the rest. And, don’t save the thank you notes just for those you have interviewed with, write them to people who have helped you in the process. Hiring managers and potential colleagues will appreciate that you took the time to think about your interaction with them. They will always remember you as the person that went the extra mile.
3. Clean up Social Media: Potential employers will look you up on Facebook and Instagram just to see what you are portraying to the rest universe. Previous to graduation, look at all of your social media outlets and clean it up before you begin to interview. Cleaning up means removing any risqué photos, foul language, or anything else that would make a potential employer pause. Even if you have your social media on a private setting, all it takes is someone who is connected with you and a quick screenshot to transmit what you really don’t want others to see.
4. Make them Remember YOU: In this crazy interview environment of competition, process and stress, give yourself a signature statement that will make you stand out. Wear a bright orange shirt with your interview suit, or wear unique glasses to each interview. Employers will remember you and associate you with the signature item. This is also a chance to show your personality, thoughtfulness and creativity. Regardless of your market, a hiring company will appreciate that you want to leave your mark.
5. Be Consistent: While making the interviewing rounds you will most likely be seated in front of other employees for additional interviews in the office. The purpose of this is for everyone to get a beat on you to see if you are right for the team. This is completely normal. During these additional meetings, be consistent with your content and character with everyone. I know this may sound elementary, but this is important because these same people will compare notes on you. Simple rules are be present, don’t get pulled away by your phone, don’t discuss your personal life. Displaying professional etiquette and respect for those around you will go a long way.
This is your time to shine and show off all of the wonderful reasons an employer should hire you. Be authentic, thoughtful, professional and prepared and you will succeed. And most of all, remember how special you are. After all you are history makers.
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The king of experimental pop Scott Walker passed away today at the age of 76 according to a press release by label company 4AD. He started his journey in the 1960s from the band walker brother
A Bit about Scott Walker’s Career
Scott Walker was born on January 9, 1943, Hamilton, Ohio. He was a singer-songwriter, composer and record producer. The US born British singer started his career in the 1960s as a singer with the band called Walker brothers who produced multiple songs that popped in the top positions
He released numerous albums, but the most famous of his records are Scott 1, Scott 2, Scott 3 and Scott 4.
He briefly reunited with the walker brother in the 1970’s and produced more hit songs. Scott left the band in 1980s to revive his solo career and continued to produce avant-garde music that set the base for 21st-century music.
He continued to make music and appeared as a guest singer for many bands over the years. In 2006 he released an album named the Drift which became the bestselling album review of the year with a Metacritic score of 85.
Fans Reacting to Scott Walker’s Death
People have taken to social media to express their sorrow on his passing. Many are recalling and recollecting the good memories they developed after they met the celebrity.
Scott Walker was an idol to many from whom they learned a lot of things that either improved or jump-started their career to fame
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The Associate Degree in Nursing program at College is designed for individuals with significant clinical health care experience. This means that all students have provided some aspect of health care for patients. Transitioning to the role of the Professional Nurse requires development of a new framework in your approach to patient care. The process of role transition requires you to reflect on what knowledge and skills you bring as a student and how you transform into the role of the professional nurse. While not all students in the program are licensed practical nurses similarities exist in the evolution of your current position to a new role.
Using APA format, write a six (6) to ten (10) page paper (excludes cover and reference page). A minimum of three (3) current professional references must be provided. Current references include professional publications or valid and current websites dated within five (5) years. Additionally, a textbook that is no more than one (1) edition older than current textbook may be used.
Read the following and then compose your paper:
- Chapter 4: Role Transition (Reprinted with permission from: Lora Claywell (2009) LPN to RN Transitions 2nd ed.) St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.)
- Ellis & Hartley (2011). Nursing in Today’s World: Trends, issues and management (10th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. Chapter 1, pp. 26-28, Characteristics of a Profession.
The paper consists of five (5) parts and must be submitted by the close of week six.
- Part I: Define professional socialization. Using the criteria for a profession described in the assigned readings, discuss three (3) criteria of the nursing profession which support professional socialization.
- Part II: Refer to the Four Stages of Role Transition listed at the end of the Module Notes for this module. Read and summarize each stage. Then, identify the one stage which you are currently experiencing and support your decision.
- Part III: Identify two barriers which may interfere with accomplishing Claywell’s FOURTH stage of role transition. For each barrier, describe two (2) resources to overcome each one. (total of 4 resources).
- Part IV: Claywell (2009) discusses 8 areas of differences between the LPN and RN roles: Assessment skills, Patient teaching skills; Communication skills; Educational preparation; Intravenous Therapy; Legal responsibilities; Nursing care planning; Thinking skills. Choose three (3) differences and provide supporting evidence how the differences you selected are implemented AND why they are such an integral part of the RN role.
- Part V: Conclusion. Describe your plan for socialization into the role of the professional nurse.
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Twelfth Night is arriving at the ADC Theatre nexxt week. The show's director, ISSY SNAPE, talks to us about transporting Shakespeare's story to a new time and place.
What is the effect of transporting Twelfth Night to a cosmopolitan city?
Transporting Twelfth Night to a modern city helps to reveal the truly ensemble nature of the piece and enhances the chaotic, freneticism of the world of Illyria. It also draws our attention to how extremes of reality can coexist within such close proximity, as Viola (as Cesario) attempts to move between households.
By placing the world of Duke Orsino within one of modern capitalist finance, it becomes increasingly apparent that his approach to wooing Olivia isa calculated, obsessive strategy akin to pursuing a business acquisition. This setting also calls into question the degree to which social mobility is tangible, as we watch Malvolio (Malvolia, in our production) attempt to rise through the ranks of Olivia’s household, only to be cruelly abused for the attempt.
Setting the play in a modern British city forced us into asking difficult and at times troubling questions which could perhaps be otherwise overlooked. How does Orsino’s swaggering misogyny and competitive masculinity synthesise with the tender, loving scenes he shares with Viola? What is the modern equivalent of the puritanical steward Malvolio, and what are the implications of casting a woman as Malvolia? Or the ethereal, darkly philosophizing Feste? What does it mean to love ‘the wrong person’ in a modern city, and how does repression function in contemporary considerations of identity?
How have you approached Shakespeare’s language in rehearsals?
Clarity of language is the mark of a strong Shakespearean production. Given the limited rehearsal time, we have avoided a schematic or generalised approach to Shakespeare’s language and have preferred to deal with questions of language as they arise in our reading of the scenes and during blocking.
Many linguistic questions and problems were brought up during the process of ‘actioning’ which we undertook for all scenes. This is a process whereby a stimulation is provided for the actor to directly play each line by assigning to it a transitive verb which encapsulates what they are ‘doing’ to another character, or to themselves in that line.
Often, actors found themselves confronted with startling inconsistencies between the words their character speaks at any given moment, and the modern setting, or the dark reading, or even something they do or say later in the play. In these cases, the actioning provided a clarity of message, and a close attention to how to make this message comprehensible was easier to hone in on in later rehearsing. At a micro-level, this would then take the form of pronunciation and prosody work, rather than taking generalised ‘ways of speaking Shakespeare’ as our starting point. For example, characters often felt unnatural with Shakespeare’s exclamative ‘O’s so we would work together on how to translate those in our modern Illyria by lengthening the ‘O’, or giving it a questioning inflection, or a worried frustration - always guided by the actioning work which underpinned rehearsals.
Twelfth Night is one of Shakespeare’s comedies, but do you see any serious (or even tragic) elements in the play?
Twelfth Night is an undoubtedly dark comedy. I believe it is Shakespeare’s skill in interweaving brilliant comedy with dark melancholy which makes Twelfth Night such an engaging and timeless play.
The text does not allow for the easy categorisation of characters into ‘straight men’ and ‘comic relief’, as most seem to embody a broad range from tragic pathos to exuberant silliness. Olivia grieves the death of her brother and father whilst clumsily coming to terms with love and her sexuality. Viola must also grieve the death of her twin brother whilst entangled in the comic confusions of mistaken identity. Malvolio’s (Malvolia, in our production) aspirations of social mobility and desire for his/her mistress Olivia are ridiculed to the point of cruelty. I could go on!
All of our cast have been very excited to tackle the extraordinary range of tone the different characters and storylines of Twelfth Night offer. However, in transposing the play into a modern context, the play’s questions of gender, class and sexuality, and how these interrelate, seem to take on an even darker pertinence. As we moved through rehearsals we found the play’s comedy did not simply offset its darker elements, but was deeply bound up with and implicated in them; indeed, it became impossible to any longer separate the two.
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Coronavirus is a virus that affects your lungs and airways. Find out about the symptoms of coronarvius and the steps to take to stop it spreading.
What is the latest advice from the Government?
The Government has asked everyone in the UK to stay at home. This means people who are not at very high risk should only leave the house for limited purposes.
- Shopping for basic necessities, for example food and medicine, which must be as infrequent as possible and online delivery used wherever available.
- One form of exercise a day, for example a run, walk, or cycle - alone or with members of your household.
- Any medical need, or to provide care and essential support to a vulnerable person.
- Travelling to and from work, but only where this absolutely cannot be done from home.
You should not otherwise leave your home
The Government has made clear that these four reasons are exceptions and you should not otherwise leave your home. For these activities you should continue to observe the advice to remain at least 2 metres apart from others (excluding members of your own household) and minimise time outside. The Government has also closed all non-essential shops and community spaces, as well as all gatherings of more than two people in public.
Everyone must comply
Everyone in the UK must comply with these new measures. The relevant authorities, including the police, will be given the powers to enforce them – including through fines and dispersing gatherings.
Those at 'high risk'
The Government has also issued guidance for a smaller number of people who are at very high risk. They have been advised to self-isolate at home, also known as ‘shielding’, for at least 12 weeks. This means avoiding all face-to-face social contact, remaining in your home and only allowing essential visitors, such as NHS staff or carers (including family carers) to enter your home. If you need to have something delivered or if family and friends are bringing shopping or other essentials, it must be left at the doorstep.
Protecting those at greatest risk
These measures are intended to protect people who are at the greatest risk of severe symptoms and having to go to hospital if they catch coronavirus. NHS England will write to you directly if this advice applies to you with specific guidance for you and the people you live with. In the meantime, if you are unsure you can check the Government guidance and see below for more information.
You need to self-isolate and not leave the house if or anyone you live with have symptoms of coronavirus.
There's more information the symptoms of coronavirus below.
What is Coronavirus?
Novel Coronavirus, formally called COVID-19, is part of a family of viruses that include the common cold and respiratory illnesses such as SARS.
It affects your lungs and airways. For many people, it causes mild symptoms while for others it can be much more serious and require hospital treatment.
Cases of coronavirus first emerged in Wuhan City in China in December last year and have quickly spread. There are now over 180 countries and provinces reporting hundreds of thousands of cases worldwide, including in the UK.
How does Coronavirus spread?
Coronavirus is very infectious, which means it spreads very easily.
It spreads in much the same way as the common cold or flu - through infected respiratory droplets like coughs and sneezes – and passes from person to person. This can happen when:
- an infectious person gets the virus on their hands (for example by coughing in their hand) and then touches a commonly used surface, such as a door handle, which someone else then touches.
- someone gets close to (less than 1-2 metres) someone who is infectious.
This is why we are being advised to avoid close contact with others, wash our hands thoroughly and frequently, and wipe down surfaces with disinfectant.
The average ‘incubation period’ – the time between coming into contact with the virus and experiencing symptoms – is 5 days, but it could be anything between 1 and 14 days. This is why the Government is asking everyone who has come into contact with the virus to self-isolate for 14 days.
People are most likely to spread the virus to other people when they are experiencing symptoms, so it’s important to stay at home for at least 7 days (or longer if your symptoms persist). However, don’t forget people can be infectious before they know they are ill.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
The most commons symptoms include:
- a persistant, dry cough
- a high temperature - 37.7°C or above
- shortness of breath.
If you have any of these symptoms, however mild, you must stay at home for at least 7 days.
If someone you live with has any of these symptoms, everyone in the household needs to stay at home for 14 days.
Other symptoms people are reporting include:
- a sore throat
- a blocked/runny nose
- stomach discomfort and diarrhoea.
Why is Coronavirus such a big problem?
Coronavirus has it been declared a ‘pandemic’ by the World Health Organisation. This means there is significant and ongoing spread of the disease across lots of countries.
The Government has called coronavirus a major public health emergency and the most ‘significant threat this country has faced for decades’.
So why is coronavirus such a significant problem? There are a few very simple reasons:
- The virus spreads very easily from person to person – on average people infect between 2 and 3 other people – so, without action, many more people will get infected.
- A large number of people experience few or mild symptoms. This means they may keep doing what they usuall do and spread the virus without realising.
- Although most people experience mild to moderate symptoms, a significant number (around 1 in 5) will need hospital care and some (around 1 in 20) will need critical care. If the virus spreads widely, the NHS will not have enough equipment, doctors or nurses to help everyone who needs it.
- Although most people will experience a mild illness and recover quickly, the fatality rate for coronavirus is much higher than seasonal flu, particularly among people at highest risk.
What is the Government doing about Coronavirus?
The Government, advised by the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Scientific Adviser, are trying to stop the virus spreading and protect people who are most at risk. They're doing this by:
- introducing measures such as social distancing and self-isolation for people with symptoms
- asking people with particular health conditions, those aged over 70 and pregnant women to take extra precautions to avoid getting ill
- helping the NHS respond to the virus by increasing the amount of equipment, re-deploying healthcare workers and reducing the amount of non-urgent appointments and services.
This will have a big impact on all of us, and on businesses, so the Government is also taking steps to support the economy and people whose jobs have been affected.
What are the risks of catching Coronavirus?
Anyone can catch coronavirus. It spreads easily from person to person and, if we did nothing, would continue to do so until most people had been infected.
Most people (around 4 out of 5) who get coronavirus will experience mild to moderate symptoms. This might feel like anything from a run of the mill common cold to the flu. For most people this will mean they need to get plenty of rest, stay hydrated and take normal over-the-counter remedies, such as paracetamol.
Unfortunately, around 1 in 5 people who get coronavirus will become severely unwell and need hospital treatment.
Around 1 in 20 people will need critical (intensive) care in hospital.
Are some people more at risk from coronavirus?
Although most people of any age will only experience mild or moderate symptoms, we do know that some people are much more likely than others to become seriously unwell. This includes:
- people aged over the 70, even if you're otherwise fit and well
- people of any age living with long-term health conditions which mean you'd normally be offered the flu jab
There are also some conditions that put people at particularly high risk. The following people may be affected and should receive a letter from the NHS advising them what to do:
- People who've received solid organ transplants.
- People with severe respiratory conditions including all cystic fibrosis, severe asthma and severe COPD.
- People with rare diseases and inborn errors of metabolism that significantly increase the risk of infections (such as SCID, homozygous sickle cell).
- People on immunosuppression therapies which significantly increase the risk of infection.
- Women who are pregnant with significant heart disease, congenital or acquired.
- People with cancer who are undergoing active chemotherapy or radical radiotherapy for lung cancer.
- People with cancers of the blood or bone marrow such as leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma who are at any stage of treatment.
- People having immune therapy or other continuing antibody treatments for cancer.
- People having other targeted cancer treatments which can affect the immune system, such as protein kinase inhibitors or PARP inhibitors.
- People who have had bone marrow or stem cell transplants in the last 6 months, or who are still taking immunosuppression drugs.
Pregnant women have also been advised to be extra careful.
How can I reduce my risk of catching or spreading coronavirus?
The Government has said everyone must practice what's called 'social distancing'. This means you should stay at home at all times. The only times when you may leave your home are:
- to go shopping for essentials, such as food and medicine
- to go out alone or with someone you live with to exercise once a day - this could be a run, a walk or a cycle
- if you have a medical need or are giving care or support to a vulnerable person (this includes volunteering to help people in your community with essential tasks)
- to travel to and from work, but only when you absolutely can't work from home.
You should try to leave your house as little as you possible can. When you do leave your house, you need to stay at least 2 metres away from other people (except members of your own household) and not be outside for very long.
How often should I wash my hands?
You should also make sure you wash your hands, frequently and thoroughly, with soap and hot water.
You should wash your hands:
- for at least 20 seconds or for two rounds of the song ‘Happy Birthday’
- when you get home after going out
- before eating or handling food
- after sneezing or blowing your nose.
Try to avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. You should also make sure you catch coughs or sneezes with a tissue or your sleeve – not your hands – and put used tissues in the bin.
Is there anything I else I can do to avoid getting ill?
The most important thing you can do to avoid getting ill is to make sure you're following the Government's guidance on social distancing and practising good hygiene.
You don't need to wear a face mask. During normal day-to-day activities face masks don’t protect people from viruses like coronavirus. Health and social care professionals will wear masks while delivering care to people who may have the virus, and people who are infected may be advised to wear one – however they are not otherwise recommended.
Although it won't definitely stop you getting coronavirus, it always helps to look after your health.
What should I do if I'm unwell?
Stay at home and for at least 7 days if you have a new, continuous cough or high temperature, even if you're feeling OK.
Stay at home for at least 14 days if you live with other people and you or they develop a new, continuous cough or high temperature. Everyone in the household needs to stay at home for at least 14 days or until they develop symptoms, after which time they must stay at home for a further 7 days (even if this is longer than 14 days in total).
You don’t need to tell the NHS you’re staying at home, and you won’t be tested for coronavirus. You only need to get in touch with the NHS if:
- you don’t feel better after 7 days
- your symptoms are getting worse
- you feel you can’t cope with your symptoms at home.
You should do this by calling 111 or using the NHS online coronavirus service. Do not go to your doctor’s surgery or to hospital.
There are some people who are deemed at particularly high risk if they get coronavirus.
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Colombia is blessed with an abundance of natural resources. According to data from the Colombia’s National Mining and Energy Planning Unit, UPME and the Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (IDEAM), hydro potential is estimated at 56 GW countrywide, while solar is close to 42 GW and wind 15 GW in the Guajira region alone. Today, hydroelectric sources make up 65% of the energy mix, while wind and solar account for just 0.11% and 0.06%, respectively. As these numbers underscore, Colombia has barely scratched the surface of its renewable potential.
To that end, Colombia passed Law 1715 in 2014 to promote the development of renewable energy with the priorities of providing energy security, achieving climate change reductions, and stabilizing electricity prices. The law provides attractive fiscal incentives including a five-year accelerated depreciation, and exemptions of import duties and sales tax.
Early last year, the government announced it would conduct its first non-conventional energy auction for 1 GW worth of projects of equal to or more than 10 MW. The auction, scheduled for December of 2018, was postponed and is now expected in February 2019. Final details are being published to help participants prepare their bids.
Solar and wind generation have played important roles in off-grid applications powering repeater stations, oil and gas platforms, and homes for decades in Colombia. The negative effect of “El Niño” on hydro plants and rising energy costs make it imperative for Colombia to diversify its energy mix and use its other abundant domestic energy resources. For many, the time for Colombia to step up the development of its rich renewable resources is long overdue.
But despite the country’s unique set of market conditions, there is a question of whether or not investors will flock to the auction with winning offers or will they instead choose to sit out in hopes of more appealing terms in future rounds. This is a real question, because the renewable industry has surprised the world lately by setting new record low bid prices at almost every auction worldwide.
However, if energy contract conditions do not align with investor expectations, external forces such as low cost of capital and technology pricing will have to bridge the gap to achieve the auction’s successful outcomes, as seen lately, particularly in Latin America.
Chile, Argentina and Mexico have had very favorable results with their renewable energy auctions in the last five years, with oversubscribed participation and prices below expectations. According to the November 2017 pv magazine report: “Chile’s auction concludes with average price of US$32.5/MWh” related to the Chilean auctions, the first round resulted in an average price of USD$79/MWh in 2015, which was thought as low, and USD$32/MW in the 2017 auction.
Argentina’s first auction for 1 GW in 2016 attracted more than 6 GW worth of bids at an average price of about USD$59/MWh. The second round the following year saw more than 9 GW offered at about US$43/MWh, according to the Ministry of Energy and Mines.
But, Mexico moved the price bar even lower in 2017 by achieving US$20.47 USD/MWh in its third round, according to CENACE, the Mexican government agency in charge of organizing the auctions. Indeed, in Mexico market participants and observers argued that the country’s second auction could not beat the extremely low price of US$40/MWh achieved during the first round. All three countries mentioned above boast of achieving their renewable energy goals at a bargain.
Solar and wind equipment prices have been falling by double digits over the past five years, and investor confidence in renewable technologies has increased, which allowed for bold pricing at the benefit of the off-takers. In addition to clear and consistent rules, and favorable contract conditions, market conditions with regards to equipment price and availability have no doubt contributed to the success of these three markets.
Eyes to Colombia
Now renewable energy investors have their eyes on Colombia. Will the upcoming auction be able to seize similarly favorable global market conditions and repeat the successes seen in Chile, Argentina and Mexico?
Further assessment of the Colombian auction, and particularly the contract terms could provide insights. Contract terms for the new renewable energy projects will be 12 years and the denomination is to remain in Colombian pesos in Colombia for the winning bids, typical of its wholesale electricity market.
Conversely, in Chile, Argentina and Mexico, contract terms have been 20 years, which is also standard for large-scale renewable energy contracts worldwide. Mexico did keep its conventional 15-year contract terms for the sale of electricity, but added five years to the sale of clean energy credits attached to the projects.
At this stage, it appears that the first auction and terms in Colombia add currency risk, which could discourage many investors. However, solar and wind equipment prices have fallen even lower since the latest Mexican auction, which could give cover to investors. It is not out of the realm of possibility that bids at prices competitive with conventional energy in Colombia will be seen at the auction next month.
Colombia may not see prices lower than Mexico and bidders may not swarm to the auction, but as long as the deals offered compete with the current sources of energy and acceptable bids total 1 GW, success will be achieved. A paradigm shift may be about to occur and generators of renewable energy may show their flexibility in the market, assuming that investor confidence remains strong relying on low equipment costs to cover most of their risks.
Given the country’s natural resources, especially wind and solar, Colombia could successfully achieve its goals to diversify its energy matrix and meet its emission reduction targets on time. The renewable energy market can show its resiliency, yet again. If not, it may be back to the drawing board for government officials and policy planners. And more prayers for rain.
Cecilia Aguillon is the Director of the Energy Transition Initiative at the Institute of the Americas, an impartial and independent non-profit organization promoting dialogue and collaboration across the Western Hemisphere to foster sound public policies and to advance sustainable inclusive economic growth and prosperity. She enables public-private dialogues to develop sustainable renewable energy markets. Cecilia worked at Kyocera Solar, Inc. in California on Business Development and Government Relations for 18 years. She worked with policy makers on designing solar energy programs and renewable portfolio standards for implementation across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. She developed these initiatives in cooperation with several trade associations throughout the United States. She served on the board of the California Solar Energy Industries Association (CalSEIA) and participated in the design and implementation of the California Solar Initiative. She is currently on the board of the Climate Action Campaign working to implement sustainable energy programs for San Diego, California.
Jeremy Martin is Vice President, Energy & Sustainability at the Institute of the Americas, an inter-American public policy think-tank located at the University of California San Diego (UCSD). The Institute of the Americas Energy & Sustainability Program works to foster a deeper understanding of the most critical energy issues facing the Western Hemisphere. Jeremy spends his time delving into the geopolitics of energy and closely following energy industry trends and policy issues across the Americas, and is a frequent commentator and writer on Latin American and energy issues. Jeremy has testified before the US Congress on energy issues in Latin America, teaches a graduate course in Latin American Energy Policy at UCSD and the University of San Diego (USD) and serves on the Board of Advisors for the Inter-American Dialogue’s Energy Advisor newsletter. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the San Diego Diplomacy Council and is a member of the host committee for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation San Diego Chapter annual Bet on Cures event.
The views and opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own, and do not necessarily reflect those held by pv magazine.
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China will consider the possibility of expanding the list of Russian regions allowed to export grain products to the country.
"The issue is about all Russian regions being allowed to supply wheat, soybeans, corn, rice and colza seeds, rather than 1-2 substituent entities as before," the regulator said about the agreement reached during consultations between Russia’s Economic Development Ministry and Chinaís Commerce Ministry.
The issue may be agreed after the evaluation of phytosanitary risks and respective on-site inspections, the Service added.
In November 2017, the two countries reached an agreement on supplies of oats, buckwheat, flax seeds and sunflower seeds.Source:†www.tass.com
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Written by Tati Guardado, Summer Intern with One Degree
San Francisco Pride is this weekend (June 23-24)! The Pride parade celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and the fight to express one’s authentic self. Let’s celebrate and remember how it all started.
One of the founders of Pride was Marsha P. Johnson, a black transgender women who was a leader in the Stonewall riots. These riots occurred after police harassed patrons at the New York City Stonewall gay bar in June 1969. Pride marches sprouted from these riots, providing a space for members of the LGBTQ+ community facing discrimination both in society and in their own LGBTQ+ communities.
Members of the LGBTQ+ community, specifically transgender and gender non-conforming people of color, face more discrimination and are often excluded from the history of Pride. The National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs reported that “72 percent of the victims of LGBTQ or HIV-motivated hate violence homicides in 2013 were transgender women, and 67 percent were transgender women of color”.
Marsha P. Johnson was a radical leader for the LGBTQ+ community. Many believe she died as a result of a hate crime. She serves as a real life reflection of our community, and the struggles people face to lead happy and healthy lives.
At One Degree, we believe everyone can be empowered to create a path out of poverty for themselves and their communities when provided access to life-improving resources. As part of San Francisco Pride we’re celebrating by providing opportunities for our transgender and gender non-conforming members to meet their needs and celebrate themselves.
LGBTQ+ and Looking for Help?
- Here is a collection of resources around San Francisco for transgender and gender non-conforming people of color. This collection includes medical care, mental health care, counseling and support, housing for LGBTQ+ folx and more!
- Need help finding resources? Live Chat our Member Support using the yellow box on the bottom right of any One Degree page, or email us at email@example.com
- Check out Asylum Connect, a One Degree partner that provides an online database of resources for LGBTQ+ asylum seekers all over the country.
How can you be an Ally?
- Share our collection of resources for Trans and gender non-conforming people widely.
- Add more resources! If you find organizations providing support to the LGBTQ+ community that aren’t on One Degree, add them using our community submission tool. You can also use the “Suggest Edits” button (top right) to make edits to any existing resource on One Degree. Check out these Frequently Asked Questions to learn how to add an organization to the One Degree website.
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Mises Daily Articles
Deflation and Depression: Where's the Link?
Recent events such as the "deflationary boom" in China have led a few mainstream macroeconomists to re-examine and revise their views on the phenomenon of deflation, conventionally defined as a general and persistent decline in prices. The long-held view that a general fall in prices, or increase in the value of money, whatever its origin spells unmitigated disaster for overall economic activity and social welfare has begun slowly to give way to attempts to distinguish between "good" and "bad" deflation. The distinction between "corrosive" deflation and deflation that is compatible with healthy economic growth has even penetrated the publications of some of the more enlightened regional Federal Reserve Banks.1
These developments, while gratifying to Austrian economists, are hardly sufficient to undo nearly a century of myths about the pernicious effects of deflation that have been systematically perpetrated by professional economists beginning with the proto-monetarist Irving Fisher. But now comes a simple and straightforward empirical study published in the leading academic economics journal by two economists with impeccable mainstream credentials and affiliations successfully challenging the most widespread and deeply ingrained belief about deflation: that there is a well established empirical relationship between deflation and depression.2
Atkeson and Kehoe utilize panel data on inflation and real output growth for seventeen countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. The data set for each country encompasses at least 100 years. The authors focus on medium-term fluctuations by breaking the time series on inflation and on economic growth for each country into periods of five years and calculating the average annual rates of real output growth and inflation for each such period or "episode."
"Deflation" is then defined for each episode as "a negative average inflation rate" and "depression" as "a negative average real output growth rate." The five-year episodes are selected so as to begin and end with years ending in "9" or "4" so that, for example, the years of the Great Depression (1929–1933) and the depression of 1921–22 are grouped together in single episodes, 1929–1934 and 1919–1924, respectively.
The Great Depression Episode
Isolating the Great Depression episode, the authors do find a loose link between deflation and depression. All 16 countries for which data were available experienced deflation during this episode, while only 8 of the 16 experienced depression. Output growth was regressed on a constant and the inflation rate, and the estimated slope coefficient was .40 while the standard error was .28.
In other words, a one-percentage point reduction in inflation is associated with a .40 percentage point decline in real output growth during the Great Depression, although even during this episode the probability that there is no relationship between deflation and depression (the level of significance) exceeds 10 percent. In the jargon of statistical inference this means that the relationship between deflation and depression is not "statistically significant."
All Episodes Exclusive of the Great Depression Episode
When the authors leave the Great Depression aside, and plot average inflation and output growth rates for all countries for all five year episodes—which begin in 1820 for some countries in the sample—except 1929–1934 it turns out that 65 of 73 deflation episodes involved no depression while 21of 29 depression episodes were not associated with deflation. In other words, 90 percent of deflation episodes did not culminate in depression. From this the authors conclude, "In a broader historical context, beyond the Great Depression, the notion that deflation and depression are linked virtually disappears." This conclusion is also supported by the slope coefficient and the standard error for the data excluding the Great Depression, which are 0.04 and 0.03 respectively.
When the regression is run for all episodes including the Great Depression, the result is that a 1-percentage point drop in inflation is associated with a piddling decline in the average growth of real output of .08 percentage points with a standard error of .03. While this result is statistically significant it is certainly not economically significant.
Thus, for example, assuming the value of money was initially constant and then began to appreciate by 1 percent per year, real output growth in the economy would fall from, say, 3.00 to 2.92 percent per year. This means that even a massive deflation of 30 percent per year visited upon an economy that was growing at 3.00 percent per year would not cause a depression—defined as negative growth of real output—since it would only lower the real growth rate by 2.4 percentage points to 0.60 percent per year. From a strictly empirical standpoint, then, the Great Depression can hardly be explained by a price level that declined by about 5 percent per year between 1929 and 1933.3
Pre- and Post-World War II Episodes
The study also finds that the relation between deflation and depression differs markedly before and after World War II. The regression using the prewar data yields a slope coefficient of 0.11 with a standard error of 0.04 indicating a weak link between deflation and depression. In contrast, the regression run with postwar data suggests no link between deflation and depression with the slope coefficient of –0.03 and a standard error of 0.04. Indeed the negative slope coefficient suggests the possibility of a link between inflation and depression. Given this empirical result, you might hope that the large and growing contingent of mainstream economists who are clamoring for the Fed to implement "inflation targeting" of 2 to 3 percent per year—i.e., to deliberately dilute the purchasing power of the dollar by a fixed percentage every year—would now switch to prescribing deflation targeting of a few percent per year just to be on the safe side.4
Conclusion and Implications
As Atkeson and Kehoe conclude: "The data suggest that deflation is not closely related to depressions. A broad historical look finds more periods of deflation with reasonable growth than with depression, and many more periods of depression with inflation than with deflation. Overall, the data show virtually no link between deflation and depression." (Emphases added.) The authors caution, however, that their study "characterizes the relation in the raw data between deflation and output growth, with no attempt to control for anything" and "perhaps a link between deflation and depression could be teased out of the data with a well-motivated set of controls."5
From the Austrian standpoint, it is precisely the virtue of the Atkeson-Kehoe study that it uses raw data that have not been subjected to arbitrary statistical manipulations. For it is unaveraged, unsmoothed, unadjusted data that are the direct and immediate outcome of unique and non-repeatable human choices in the marketplace. As such, these data are the most meaningful in applied theoretical analysis and for the interpretation of economic history.
As Murray Rothbard often emphasized: "Austrians realize that empirical reality is unique, particularly raw statistical data. Let that data be massaged, averaged, seasonals taken out, etc. and then the data necessarily falsify reality."6
Rothbard objected even to the seemingly innocuous practice of seasonally adjusting the data: "In our view the further one gets from the raw data the further one goes from reality, and therefore the more erroneous any concentration upon that figure. Seasonal adjustments in data are not as harmless as they seem, for seasonal patterns, even for such products as fruits and vegetables, are not set in concrete. Seasonal patterns change, and they change in unpredictable ways, and hence seasonal adjustments are likely to add distortions to the data."7
The Atkeson-Kehoe study has a number of important implications for competing schools of macroeconomics. First, from the point of view of "aprioristic" or logical-deductive Austrian economic theory, while it does not validate or "falsify" any particular theoretical approach to business cycle theory, it is certainly illustrative of the Mises-Rothbard argument that an increase in the value of money is neither a necessary cause of depression nor an impediment to healthy economic growth. Second, the monetary disequilibrium approach to depression, which has been embraced by many, but not all, of the "free banking" wing of Austrian macroeconomics, seems to now have a serious problem.8 According to this approach, which was initiated in the writings of the proto- monetarist, FDIC official Clark Warburton in the 1940's, the primary cause of depression is the emergence of an excess demand for money in the economy whose effects are not instantaneously or rapidly neutralized by a corresponding increase in the supply of money.9 The result is a tendency toward a general fall in prices (deflation) and, at least in the short run, in real output (depression).
The lack of a historical relation between deflation and depression found by Atkeson and Kehoe, however, seems to indicate that the monetary disequilibrium theory of depression, which is also a logical-deductive theory, is inapplicable to most, if not all, of empirical reality. Along the same lines, the study also demolishes one of the main props of the argument in favor of unregulated fractional-reserve banking. If there is no link between deflation and depression then there is no need for banking institutions that putatively respond to every change in the demand for money with an offsetting change in the supply of money.
Finally, the study is potentially devastating to the now widely accepted Friedman-Schwartz explanation of the Great Depression. In a recent symposium celebrating the fortieth anniversary of their famous work, A Monetary History of the United States, Milton Friedman correctly noted, "The most controversial of [our major themes]—our attribution to the Federal Reserve of a major share of the responsibility for the 1929–1933 contraction—has become almost conventional wisdom."10
Friedman and Schwartz ascribed culpability to the Fed for what they called the "Great Contraction" because it allegedly pursued deflationary policies in the early 1930's.11 Unfortunately, for Friedman and Schwartz the causal connection they posited between the deflation and depression of the early 1930's was purely empirical, based not on sound praxeological reasoning, but on statistical correlations using the data of a single country for the years 1857–1960.
With the validity of their correlations now called into serious question by a study using well over 100 years of data from seventeen different countries, we may yet see the deflation-depression link follow another supposedly ironclad empirical relation, the Phillips Curve, into well-deserved oblivion.
- 1. "Deflation" The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland 2002 Annual Report released May 9, 2003; and James B. Bullard and Charles M. Hokayem, "Deflation, Corrosive and Otherwise," National Economic Trends (July 1, 2003), p. 1 available at research.stlouisfed.org.
- 2. Andrew Atkeson and Patrick J. Kehoe, "Deflation and Depression: Is There an Empirical Link," American Economic Review Papers and Proceedings 94 (May 2004): 99–103. The first co-author is on the faculty of the Department of Economics of UCLA and the second works in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.
- 3. This figure is computed from the data in Kenneth Weiher, America’s Search for Economic Stability: Monetary and Fiscal Policy since 1913 (New York: Twayne Publishers, 1992). Pp. 39, 57.
- 4. On the current status of the inflation targeting debate, see the articles in Inflation Targeting: Prospects and Problems, Proceedings of the Twenty-Eighth Annual Economic Policy Conference of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Review 86 (June/August 2004).
- 5. Atkeson and Kehoe, p. 102.
- 6. Murray N. Rothbard, Making Economic Sense (Auburn, AL: Ludwig von Mises Institute, 1995), pp. 233–34.
- 7. Murray N. Rothbard, The Mystery of Banking (New York: Richardson & Snyder, 1983), p. 259.
- 8. Two works which are representative of this branch of Austrian macroeconomics are: George A. Selgin, The Theory of Free Banking: Money Supply under Competitive Note Issue (Totowa, NJ: Rowman & Littlefield, Publishers 1988); and Steven Horwitz, Microfoundations and Macroeconomics:An Austrian Perspective (New York: Routledge, 2000).
- 9. Clark Warburton, Depression, Inflation, and Monetary Policy: Selected Papers 1945–1953 (Baltimore: The Johns Hopkins Press, 1966). The most prominent contemporary proponent of this approach is Leland Yeager. (See Leland Yeager, TheFluttering Veil: Essays on Monetary Disequilibrium, ed. George Selgin (Indianapolis, IN: Liberty Fund, Inc., 1997))
- 10. Milton Friedman, "Reflections on A Monetary History," The Cato Journal 23 (Winter 2004), p. 349. For evidence that the Friedman-Schwartz view has indeed become the dominant explanation of the Great Depression among mainstream macroeconomists, see Ben S. Bernanke, Essays on the Great Depression (Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press, 2000), pp. 6–8.
- 11. For a defense of Murray Rothbard’s view that the Fed did not pursue a deflationary policy in the early 1930’s and, indeed, tried desperately to inflate the money stock, see Joseph T. Salerno, "Money and Gold in the 1920 and 1930s: An Austrian View," Ideas on Liberty 49 (October 1999). | <urn:uuid:fc5c52da-8265-4922-8a56-84683738b2e9> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://mises.org/library/deflation-and-depression-wheres-link | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.933746 | 2,830 | 2.734375 | 3 |
The Singleton is a well-known pattern in software.It’s got a lot of bad reputation too since it makes testing more difficult. It has even come to being called “Evil”.
In this webinar we’ll talk about singletons, and when to use them.
We’ll also explore different testing scenarios, and different methods to deal with them, from a complete rewrite, substitution with test doubles and using a mocking framework to fake them behind their back.
Examples will be shown in .NET C# in the glorious gray colors of VS2012.
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The Islamic Shariah laws are the rules and regulations, the moral and ethical codes by which all Muslims are asked to lead their lives. The question whether Islamic Shariah law is above democracy or not has been the subject of heated arguments for many years. However, today many Islamic countries and analysts show how the two can go hand in hand. While many people, including Muslims, believe that democracy is the way to go, the Islamic Shariah still controls the legal code of majority of the Muslim states. Even though extreme strictness and cruel punishments such as stoning and amputation exist in this law, the idea of the Shariah existing parallel to democracy, secularism and modernity is a growing one.
Various analysts throughout the world agree that democracy has its foundation in Islam and the Koran, as the Koran clearly states that mutual discussion is required among the people. The implementation of complete Shariah law, for many Muslims, is the last hope left for them to be united under one banner, to be free of autocratic corruption and to be treated with Justice and the rule of the law. On the other hand many favor the democratic or secular system in which the Muslims will be able to follow their religion out of their own spiritual needs and not due to the pressure put on them by the law obligating them to perform their religious duties.
Due to the mixed opinions of the Muslims all around the globe, the democratic law and the Islamic law have been incorporated together in three different ways, all in the hope of creating a balance between the two. The first system is known as the Dual Legal System which is practiced in majority of the Muslim countries. In this system Shariah courts are allowed to exist under a secular government and the citizens are permitted to take their family and financial issues to the Shariah courts. Many western democracies are considering the establishment of small level Shariah courts to tackle disputes regarding marriage, divorce, inheritance etc among the Muslims of their country.
The second system is known as the Government under God. This system is practiced in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Bahrain, Kuwait etc. Under this system, Islam is considered the religion of the state and the laws and constitution is derived from the Shariah Law. The third system is the completely secular one, in which Islamist groups influence the local traditions however in the constitution there is no influence from the Shariah. Such a system is practiced in countries like Azerbaijan, Chad, and Somalia etc.
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SAN FRANCISCO — Federal and state officials have concluded that the small amount of radiation reaching Southern California from Japan’s damaged nuclear reactor pose no significant health risk.
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In a statement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, officials said that the doses of radiation people are exposed to on a daily basis from the sun’s rays are 100,000 times greater than the level detected at the monitoring sites.
The U.S. Department of Energy said extremely small amounts of the radioactive isotopes iodine-131, iodine-132, tellurium-132 and cesium-137 had reached a Sacramento monitoring station tied to the U.N.’s Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Organization, but the readings were far below levels that could pose any health risks.
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MOTHER AND MOTHER'S THOUSAND NAMES
JAY MAI JAY MARKAND MAI
जय माई जय मार्कण्ड माई
जय माई जय मार्कण्ड माई
The fifty names as described here may be taken to form group A. They are descriptive mainly of the different parts of Mother's physical body as visible to the devotees on attainment of Her grace.
First eight names are recommended to be constantly repeated, as stated before, as they describe Mother generally. It may also be seen that the whole group A of fifty names and group B of ten names may be generally said to be the amplification of the very first name of Shree-Maataa of the group A.
GROUP A - (1)
The birth-giving physical mother is usually remembered and called upon in times of sorrow, but our natural mothers are not able to remove the different kinds of pains. Great men believing in reincarnation have therefore said: " Millions of physical mothers I had, O Treasure-house of compassion! Thou art the only one Mother of Eternity. Save me from the vast, and disastrous ocean of world-wormness." The Mother is the only one who is capable of removing the endless misery.
Shree means prosperity, success, beauty and wisdom
Shri is ambrosia. The title Shree is prefixed to eminent personages and is an honorific word.
2)Shree Mahaaraajni श्रीमहाराज्ञी - " The great " Queen.The controller of the created Universe. ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 2
She by whose Grace the creation goes on. She who is the fighting Heroine Queen, and who fights out and dispels and controls all that is obstructive for Her devotees.
3)Shrimat Sinhaasaneshvari श्रीमत्सिंहासनेश्वरी -"The Ruler" on the lion-throne.ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 3
One rendering is Sinha meaning pain and asana means expelling.
She is the destroyer of universe or that into whom the created beings enter on their dissolution. She is the Queen of Queens, Mother who is the most supreme merciful Donor, holds Her Darbar and grants whatever is demanded by Her devotees, and by all in good relations with them.
4)Chidagnikunda-Sambhootaa चिदग्निकुण्डसंभूता - Who is born from the altar of the fire of consciousness. ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 4
If Mother is such a heroic and Majestic Queen, is She also unapproachable like such queens? No, just the reverse, She is at your beck and call. From the fire of devotion of a devotee that burns within his heart uninterruptedly, without fuel, and dispels the darkness of desire and attachment to other things and other persons, She at times bursts forth. The devoted heart is a fire because it consumes the sins and evils of the Universe and Mother abides in that fire, though not born from it.
Mother has often appeared from the physical altar of religious sacrifices as well. Thus run some of the descriptions - " Out of the sacrificial fire, slowly arose a woman divinely beautiful, adorned with divine ornaments and bright as the moon. She was Mother, the only one, the supporter of the Universe, equal to whom there is none ". Again we have '' Then the devotees constructed a very beautiful sacrificial altar and the devotees offered their body, mind and soul as oblations. When they were about to offer up the whole of their bodies, there appeared a great blaze of light, bright as millions of suns and cool as millions of moons put together; in midst of this light was seen an indescribable wheel-form ( Shree Chakra ); and from its centre the Great Mother shining like the morning sun dawned forth. On beholding the great Mother, the souls of all were filled with ecstasy and they bowed to Her again and again."
(5) Bhakta-Kaarya Samudyataa भक्तकार्यसमुद्यता - " Manifested Herself " for fulfilling the objects of the Devotees.ललिता सहस्रनामस्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 5
In the original, it is "Devakaarya "referring to Devaas. The same word can be retained and be interpreted to mean that Mother is constantly engaged in transforming Her devotees to be the most shining deified beings. But as the Universal Mother has no partiality to gods and demons, I make the change least that same may be perpetuate the long carried misunderstanding. Her eternal occupation is a fulfilment of devotees' desires and their transformation.
(6) Uddyat-Bhaanu-Sahasraabhaa उद्यतभानुसहस्राभा - This indicates She is very red. ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 6
Rosy complexion is indicative of freshness, Love and mercy. There are three forms of Mother, the physical (sthula), the subtle (sukshma) and the supreme (para). The physical form has hands, feet, etc. and is elemental, the subtle consists of Mantra and ethereal, while the Supreme is made of the Vaasanaas and is ideal.
(7) Chaturbaahu-samanvitaa चतुर्बाहुसमन्विता - Endowed with four arms. ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र,नाम क्रमांक 7
(8) Nijaaruna-prabhaapura-majjat-brahmaanda-mandalaa निजारूणप्रभापुरमज्जतब्रह्माण्डमण्डला Bathing the whole universe with Her own rosy effulgence.ललिता सहस्रनाम स्तोत्र, नाम क्रमांक 12
Rosy effulgence is indicative of being happy and cheerful in all respects. The order has been changed here to be in rhyme with the order of importance.
The idea conveyed by these eight names :
She is Mother(Shree Maataa). She helps Her devotees by fighting out the battle for Her devotees against six enemies and all other kinds of enemies (Shri Mahaa Raajni). She gives you all that you demand with the liberality of the highest supreme Queen ( Shrimat Sinhaasaneshvari). Although the Supreme Queen, She loves Her devotees as Her children and is always at the beck and call when the heart burns with the desire of meeting Her and She bursts forth (Chidagni-Kunda-Sambhootaa). Her constant work and occupation is about battering and deifying Her devotees (Bhakta-Kaarya-Samuddyataa). She is as bright as millions of suns in the matter of illuminating Her devotees. She has four hands( as explained in Preface) indicative of the very simple process of Her liberating the devotees. Finally, She constantly keeps the whole universe and, much more Her devotees, bathed in happiness and cheerfulness. Wherever you find joy, happiness and cheerfulness, it is simply proof of a greater pervading of Mother's Grace.
Jaya Maai, Mother Bless All.
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A palace & a rose garden kept ready by Mother for you. This book is for swans. Mother likes to be surrounded with swans whose hearts will overflow with love, cheerfulness & gratitude, on Her showing such playful proofs of acceptance by Her" ~Mai-ism Book Note 291
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The race to improve and discover new superconducting materials - whether to map the magnetic field generated by brain activity or to start a new era of quantum computing, in high technological applications - has been one of the greatest scientific challenges of our decade. Recently, with the advent of faster and more efficient computers, and development of theories capable to describe with incredible accuracy the phenomenon of superconductivity, it has became possible to tackle this problem by using first-principles electronic structure methods. From this perspective, the present master project aims to investigate the electronic structure and vibrational properties of non-conventional superconducting materials by using first principles calculations based on the Density Functional Theory (DFT). We will investigate the quasi-two-dimensional intercalated transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) with composition ZrTe2 and NiTe2 with different foreign species into the van der Waals gap, from which non-conventional superconducting properties may emerge. Within this context, we intend to study the mechanism behind the superconductivity of these systems and propose ways of improving and manipulating their electronic and superconducting properties.
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Distance Learning BBA from Manipal University Jaipur
The Distance BBA from Manipal University Jaipur course will help students start their career in the corporate world. It will teach students to acquire key business skills needed in the corporate world.
Moreover, students will receive practical training through projects and exposure to the industry. Additionally, students will learn unique Startup modules and create their own company
One can complete the online program from the comfort of their home.
The Distance BBA course from Manipal University Jaipur is 3 years duration. For convenience, it has been divided into 6 semesters.
The first semester subjects are :
- Communication & Personality Development
- Organizational Behaviour
- Business Environment
- Marketing Management
- Computer Fundamentals
The second-semester subjects are :
- Business Communication
- Financial Accounting
- Human Resource Management
- Quality Management
- Retail Management
- Term paper
The third-semester subjects are :
- Legal and Regulatory Framework
- Quantitative Techniques for Management
- Research Methodology
- Financial Management
- Advertising and Sales Management
The fourth-semester subjects are :
- Business Strategy
- Management Information System
- Management Accounting
- Environmental Science
- International Marketing
- Rural Marketing
The fifth-semester subjects are :
- Consumer Behaviour
- Business Analytics
- Elective Group 1: General Management
The subjects under General Management are:
Operation & Production Management
Learn how, through different methods and techniques, to schedule, coordinate, guide, and control the production process, and manage business operations.
Detailed exposure to main economic models and their consequences for the business world, economic development, unemployment, inflation, and the cycle of the business.
Introduction of how e-commerce affects businesses, governments, and customers, as well as key e-commerce strategies.
Introduction to entrepreneurship, its nuances, actualization, and evaluation of its effectiveness. Learn how creativity can be guided and market demands fulfilled.
Small Business Management
An in-depth introduction to the difficulties, problems, and core principles of launching a small company and handling it effectively.
- Elective Group 2: Retail Management
The subjects under retail management are:
Store Operations & Job Knowledge
Understanding the ins and outs of how a retail store, a key user interface of any enterprise, can handle, run, and conduct its operations.
This course offers knowledge of all aspects of logistics linked to business continuity and business development.
This course provides insight into a key retail role that requires a strategic approach to buying goods sold by a company.
Exposure to a key retail feature that includes improving the appearance of goods and services to better show customers their characteristics and benefits.
This course provides insight into the operation and management of warehouses every day.
The sixth-semester subjects are :
- Customer Relationship Management
- Digital Marketing
- Elective Group 3: General Management
The subjects under general management are :
An overview of all aspects of information technology and data management systems that play a key role in any business.
Management Development & Skills
Exposure to the basic concepts of management and how to leverage them in a market climate that changes rapidly.
Role of International Financial Management
This course introduces students to organizations that play a key role in the world in governing, ranking, and controlling businesses.
- Elective Group 4- Retail Management
Modern Retail Management Process & Retail Services
Exposure to initiating, carrying out, and overseeing the various tasks involved in operating a structured retail business.
Retail Project Property Management & Case Studies in Retail
His course provides exposure to real estate acquisition and management, which involves retail assets owned and operated by a corporation.
Merchandising & Supply Chain Management
This course provides insight into the complete cycle of product delivery and presentation.
Distance BBA Program Fees
The total cost of the fees is ₹ 99,000. Each semester student has to pay ₹ 16,500.
Though scholarships are available for multiple categories one has to contact the college authorities for further procedure.
Distance BBA from Manipal University Jaipur Duration
The duration of the Distance BBA from Manipal University Jaipur is 3 years. But one has the time up to 6 years to complete the course. For better understanding, the course is divided into 6 semesters.
The University Term-end Review (TEE) will take place online, i.e. Proctored online and computer-based.
Candidates will appear from the comfort of their homes for the examinations. A laptop or desktop computer with a working webcam is connected to the internet to appear for the exams.
Manipal University Jaipur has a team of expert faculties and mentors. The faculty members in the BBA course are:
- Ms. Sonali Sharma: She is the course mentor of BBA and Directorate of online education in the university
- Dr. Nopoor Ojha: She is the program coordinator of BBA and Directorate of online education in the university
- Dr. Jampala Maheshchandra Babu: He is the course coordinator of BBA and his educational qualifications include Ph.D., MBA, BTech, and a diploma in film animation
- Dr. Narendra Singh Bhati: He is the course coordinator of BBA and his educational qualifications include Ph.D., M.Com, PGD in operation management, UGC (NET + JRF), MBA, and BSc.
- Dr. Ity Patni: Her educational qualifications include Ph.D., MBA, and BCom
- Ms. Nishu Gupta: She is the course mentor of BBA and her educational qualification include MBA and BCom.
Here is the list of Distance Learning Courses offered by Manipal University Jaipur
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MRCC - MIDI Router Control Center
MRCC features one button routing for each physical input and output for super fast MIDI routing changes. With RGB LEDs, and a color OLED graphical display with dedicated navigation controls, everything can be easily setup without a PC.
Unlike devices with front and rear facing connectors, MRCC’s vertical ports create the smallest desktop footprint, saving space for more synths!
When rack mounted, all controls and connectors are front facing, no more fumbling with a flashlight behind the rack. Expert industrial design creates an intuitive experience, with each MIDI port aligned with its RGB indicator and routing button so you see immediately what cable is being routed.
Massive MIDI I/O: 11 inputs and 17 outputs, including 5 PIN DINs, 3.5MM MIDI TRS jacks in both A and B flavors, 4 USB host ports, and a USB MIDI class compliant client (PC, Mac, tablet, etc.) connection with 12 MIDI ports.
With automatic merging, MIDI master clock with CV clock out, filtering and MIDI effects, and MIDI message monitoring. Our customers say they were waiting all of their life for this!
Expand and extend your outputs up to 50′ away with the MRCC Remote 7. Need even more? Connect 2 MRCC’s together with a single cable for remote routing up to 32′ (10m) apart.
As we've come full circle, enjoying a new golden age of hardware synthesizers, the "DAWless jamming" studio has gained in popularity. That is, using hardware instruments and banishing the computer from the creative process.
MRCC was created to make MIDI routing simple and fast, without having to use a computer. The usability and convenience offered by MRCC are a game changer in the modern MIDI studio.
The MRCC has several innovative features when compared to other modern MIDI routers:
1. Most modern MIDI routers use a PC application, or a small display with tedious navigation to configure parameters and routing. The MRCC takes what was great about old school MIDI switchers that used switches for selecting what inputs go to which outputs, and adds the convenience of one button per port routing with a modern high-speed microcontroller for a high performance, fully featured MIDI router device with super fast and simple routing. In practice, select an input button, it lights green, select outputs, they light blue. That’s it, you are routed! Select a different input, and if any outputs are selected that were already routed, MIDI is automatically merged. The old MIDI switchers did not have the performance to accomplish this feat, and no other modern MIDI router offers this convenience.
2. User interface design; we are fortunate to have a friend, Nick Oakley, who is a world class, award winning industrial designer. The result of his design contribution is not just a great looking device, but thoughtful design for usability. Each port is vertically aligned and graphically connected to its RGB LED and routing button. The user can immediately identify the cable, attached to the routing button without having to look on the back and match port numbers like on typical pizza box rack mount designs. USB Host ports and USB MIDI virtual ports are also easily routable by button. The vertical ports allow for the smallest desktop form factor. The RGB LEDs are color coded for function. For example, Inputs are lighted green, Outputs are lighted blue, when routing clock the LEDs light red (and blink in time), remote routed ports light yellow, etc.
3. Expansion options are another innovative feature, utilizing an Ethernet cable to carry a high speed data protocol for connecting 2 MRCCs >10 meters apart. A “remote routing” button for routing from local MIDI inputs to remote MRCC outputs. The Remote 7 is an accessory which adds another 5 MIDI outputs up to 50 feet away with a single Ethernet cable. This lets the user get ports to where they need them in the studio without lots of long MIDI cables, or having to move the MRCC out of reach. And four USB Host ports let users connect USB only (class compliant) MIDI controllers that would normally require a PC.
4. There are so many unique and innovative ideas in the feature set available on the color OLED display, it would take a while to explain them all, but in short; a full routing matrix view shows all routes, activity, which ports have MIDI clock, and which have clock filtered. MIDI filters can be engaged by toggling an icon and are grouped by function, such as Clock, Start/Stop/Continue, CCs, etc. Modifiers provide a host of MIDI transformations such as changing CC value and scale, keyboard splits and layers, note velocity scaling, MIDI channel mapping, arpeggiators, and note mapping and transposition for creative experiments.
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The Study of Influencing Factors of Chinese Distance Learners Emotional States
Emotion is a complex subjective experience. It ploys a significant role in online learning. To study what factors influences online learners^ emotional states is of important significance for building online learning environment and providing high-quality learning support. This research investigated the influences of online learning environment on emotional states. The study was designed to identify the factors that influence emotional states in such an environment. Questionnaire and self-report methods were used and administered to online learners from， BUBT network education institute. Results indicated that course quality associates with positive emotion. Factors link to negative emotion varied in different online learning phases. The usability of technical platform links to negative emotion at the initial and middle of learning. However， course quality links to negative emotion at the end of learning. Human interaction frequentness became increasingly important to emotional states. Besides， results indicated that the factors that influence emotional states have a significant difference on the demographic characteristic. The results will also have implications for technical platform design， curricula development， and learning support.
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Thinking about do-it-yourself, home remodeling, or reconstruction is just the steps involved in producing improvements or refurbishments to an individual’s residence. Home improvement can sometimes include assignments that improvement an active household in, external, or any other aspects of the home. The modification incorporate creating fixes with a home or any portion of the dwelling. This project is recognized as home rehabilitation. Renovation is akin to remodeling for the reason that both contain the identical process only the later on entails big variations to the residence. Concerning expense, it’s common for redecorating and home home improvement jobs to price tag roughly just like an entire-fledged remodel.
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While i have listed a few of renovations you can use all on your own, there are many jobs you can think about, which include bathing room, landscape designs, underground room redesigning, incorporating a swimming pool area, painting your house, and many more. Diy installers may help you within these endeavors. One and only thing you must do is ask for their assistance before taking up a home development project. Once you’ve made a decision to remodel your property, you can begin shopping for components and lighting fixtures from different outlets or on the web. Redesigning technicians typically offer you their expert advice on which resources and material you should purchase.
Remodeling Your Kitchen: You may unquestionably improve it with many modifications from time to time in the event you spend most of your time in the kitchen area. In particular, substitute ancient cabinets with new modern-day people, put new counter surfaces and home equipment, and fresh paint the wall surfaces allow it a whole new overall appeal. Not counting the kitchen renovation per se, also you can elect to include a tub or maybe a spa tub for your home improvement plan. Accomplishing this can certainly make a bathroom appearance deluxe. So, if you intend to make a living space more pleasing, contemplate upgrading the bathroom and kitchen.
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Measuring with Hands
A fun activity that combines craft with maths. How tall are you really?
You will need:
• Paper or card
• Crayons and/or felt pens
• Objects to measure
Doing the activity:
• Create a set of measuring hands for measuring how long, how wide, how tall and how short things are at home.
• Non-standard units of measure help children understand the concept of using units to measure items.
• Draw round hands, then cut them out and decorate with crayons, felt pens or stickers.
• Number each hand, then start measuring. • Count how many hands wide, long, tall and short items or people are.
• Record these results and compare them to find out which is the shortest, longest, widest and tallest.
How this develops early mathematical learning:
Children typically progress through a series of stages in understanding measurement (Copley, 2000):
1. Comprehending that objects can be compared and measured as well as understanding the meaning of questions like "how long is this"?, "how heavy is that"? etc.
2. Making comparisons themselves, such as judging which pencil is shorter, which pebble is heavier, etc.
3. Determining an appropriate unit of measurement.
4. Using standard units of measurement (centimetre, grams, etc).
5. Creating and using formulas to help count units. During preschool, children primarily focus on stages 1 and 2 and may begin to work on the concept of "unit" in the 3rd step.
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What is a Cocaine Binge?
A cocaine binge is when a cocaine user takes cocaine repeatedly for a period of time. Cocaine gives the user a feeling of euphoria and a state of clarity. It can also make one feel as though they are invincible. When the cocaine effects wear off the user often becomes depressed. Larger amounts are needed to get the same effects as when the person first started. A cocaine binge can last from as little as on day up to three or more days until the user finally crashes.
Addiction to cocaine is characterized by binges (usually of 4 to 24 hours, one to seven times per week), movement to intravenous use or smoking, extreme euphoria, and disregard for anything other than cocaine, including food, sleep, sex, family, and survival. The behavior is limited only by the high cost of the drug and its limited availability. Abstinence after a cocaine binge leads to crashing (anxiety, depression, suspiciousness, sleep craving) and withdrawal (absence of pleasure in all things, lack of motivation, and boredom). Many users take other drugs (alcohol, marijuana, heroin) to attenuate these effects. A dangerous combination of cocaine and heroin, known as a "speedball," is used by some. Withdrawal usually results in further use, often spurred by a conditioned cue such as a specific smell or location linked with cocaine use. If the drug is not taken again there is a gradual lessening of the craving, although conditioned cues may exert an effect years afterward. Long-term use can result in digestive disorders, weight loss, general physical deterioration, and marked deterioration of the nervous system. Most drug-related emergency room visits are cocaine-related.
An interesting fact is that Robert Louis Stevenson wrote Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde in six days and nights on a cocaine binge. "That an invalid in my husband's condition of health should have been able to perform the manual labor alone of putting 60,000 words on paper in six days, seems almost incredible," said his astonished wife, Fanny. | <urn:uuid:5b4ea6a0-5772-4509-a4a7-2e49183310aa> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.stopcocaineaddiction.com/What-is-a-cocaine-binge.htm | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571869.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813021048-20220813051048-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.964209 | 421 | 2.09375 | 2 |
As Americans were dancing in the streets with the ousting of Trump, so the people of Bolivia celebrated the return of Evo Morales, first indigenous president after a coup forced him to flee. The new president is Luis Arce, former economic advisor to Morales. Bolivia is exceptionally poor yet resource rich and for decades the white wealthy minority has ruled over the indigenous majority. Now in what our guest Patrick Lawrence calls a second Pink Tide in Latin America, Washington’s dominance is threatened by a renewed self-sustaining social democracy where wealth will be shared. And it is replicable. Lawrence reveals something our media never mentioned which was an apparent assassination attempt against the new president. Central and South Americans are weaving a new fabric. What will the new Biden administration do? Lawrence remains dubious. | <urn:uuid:83cdb402-ee4a-4b6a-9d1b-208310485bdf> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://keepingdemocracyalive.com/after-a-right-wing-coup-social-democracy-makes-a-comeback/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572581.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816211628-20220817001628-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.954761 | 158 | 1.523438 | 2 |
With time, storage technology has evolved. From traditional storage spaces like Cloud, we are in the era of technologies like Blockchain, Database, and Data Warehouse. These technologies have made it easier to manage a huge chunk of data for IT operations.
Among all these technologies, Blockchain has grown into markets beyond expectations since its inception. Blockchain in businesses is now involved in multiple operations. From automating processes to securing fintech applications, the technology has gained quite a good amount of attention as well. Paired up with other technologies such as Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Contracts, and more, Blockchain technology has proved its efficiency is only limited by our progress in finding its uses.
A Statista report states, by 2024, forecast spending on Blockchain solutions globally might reach a threshold of $19 billion from the forecasted spending of $6.6 billion in 2021.
In this blog, furthermore, we are shortlisting a few crucial characteristics of Blockchain technology along with a few crucial consensuses that innovate modern business processes. So, if you find the topic interesting, stick with us until the end of this blog.
What is Blockchain?
In simple terms, Blockchain is a decentralized ledger created for better performance, cybersecurity, and privacy. The ledger is dependent on several nodes which record transactions without centralized control. Blockchain stores the data in blocks. After each block that is filled with the data, a new block is added automatically in chronological order. Blockchain technology offers benefits like tamper-proof data storage practices, decentralized storage spaces, and more.
Characteristics of Blockchain
As a report published by ResearchGate defines it so well, Blockchain is designed to offer better reliability, security, and control. The major characteristics of Blockchain are proof. Let’s look at these characteristics.
- Private Blockchain- As the name suggests, private Blockchain servers are created and owned by individual organizations. With a network of trusted nodes, owners have more control over these types of servers.
- Public Blockchain- Cryptos such as Bitcoin are supported by these types of Blockchain servers. On a public Blockchain, individuals can register and make entries in the distributed ledger by following terms and conditions defined by server developers. Users signup on crypto Blockchains to execute transactions, mine crypto, and more.
- Permissioned Blockchain- These Blockchain servers are usually created for many parties. A few organizations will have access to one Permissioned Blockchain server to execute corporate tasks.
- Decentralization- Private Blockchain servers work on eliminating the interference of third parties in a trusted environment. Private Blockchains are limited to organizations and offer a limited decentralized environment for processes to happen. However, in Permissioned Blockchains, multiple parties can onboard the server. The condition is, none of these parties will have full control over the Blockchain server.
- Transparency- Blockchain servers record tamper-proof transactions with details such as timestamps, the entity of the user, and more. These records can neither be modified nor deleted. Thus, it is always possible to track the user and the timestamp of any suspicious transactions to stop or predict possible cyber attacks.
Consensus of Blockchain
Consensus algorithms are the pillar of Blockchain servers. These consensus algorithms help in making Blockchain servers more reliable and secure to process transactions without manual approval. If you are familiar with Blockchain already, you must have heard about a few consensus algorithms already. Let’s have a look at them.
- Proof of Work (PoW)- Used by many cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin today, PoW was initially published as an idea by Cynthia Dwork and Moni Naor. PoW connects nodes in a trusted environment by adding them to a connected server. PoW helps in channelizing and creating new blocks on a crypto block server. The process is generally known as mining and rewards with currencies for the mining processes. PoW requires a huge amount of computing power and resources. Thus, it is dependent on a huge hardware configuration.
- Proof of Stake (PoS)- An alternative to PoW, this consensus mechanism considers a number of coins by a validator for stakes to validate block transactions. PoS is designed to reduce the requirement of computational power. In parallel, it also reduces the advantages cyber attackers can have to make the server more secure. To get qualified as a miner, coin owners are required to fulfill the minimum staking requirements. Even after that, PoS selects miners randomly. The ultimate purpose of designing is to reduce resource consumption. Compared to PoW, it is more eco-friendly and scalable.
- Proof of Capacity- In simple words, if you have free hard drive space, and you want to get selected as a miner, you can invest the free hard drive space into the mining process. The more space you have, the more chances you get of being selected as a miner. Once you mine a block, you get block rewards.
- Proof of Elapsed Time- In this Blockchain consensus, validators or nodes get a waiting time. Thus, every validator has a fair chance due to the waiting time that they get from the server. Nodes with the least waiting time get selected first as miners.
- Proof of History (PoH)- This consensus focuses on verifying the passage of time between events. It evaluates sequential steps in a verification process through a set of computation processes. Currently, Solana is using PoH by hashing its transactions and events with the SHA256 hash function. This allows Solana to come with outcomes that are unpredictable. With a timestamp on each transaction, it is easier to verify that in what sequence transactions took place. Thus, human intervention is not required for such use cases.
Apart from the Consensuses of Blockchain that we discussed above, there are more consensuses getting innovated. For instance, Proof of Activity (PoA) is a hybrid that uses patterns from PoS and PoW. On the other hand, Proof of Burn (PoB) requires coin owners to send some coins to a wallet from where they won’t be able to access them again. However, PoB increases their chance of getting selected as miners.
In the end, hopefully, this blog was informative and resourceful for you. You can explore more tech blogs on the website to find out more about what’s going on in technology markets.
- Why is Blockchain a safer storage space compared to traditional cloud storage servers?
Well, Blockchain offers a tamper-proof ledger. To modify a process, a user will have to make a new entry with new algorithms. With each entry made on the server, there are details such as timestamps, the entity of the user, and more are added as well. So, in case if cyberattacks are attempted, it is easy to track the source of the attack down.
- Is Point of Stake the future?
PoS is the future and will gain more popularity with time. Why? Because PoS is an eco-friendly option that also reduces the reliance on hardware. So, PoS has the potential to make crypto mining more affordable and accessible.
- What can be the cost of building a blockchain application?
That depends on many factors like features, region, and more. For instance, North American developers will cost you more compared to Indian developers. So, it depends on where you hire developers for your project. The cost of building a blockchain application can range between $10,000 to $200,000. So, it all depends upon your plan.
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The truly breaking news, Oct 23, 2018, is the discovery of oxygen in sundry forms and (for Mars) its essential relationship to brine. We’ll insert thoughts on photosynthesis, and aerobic processes of life forms as well.
Additionally, we offer our speculative assertions on survivability and motility. Join us in this short read, as we present a magnified photo to assist with visualizing the situation on Mars.
With new research being conducted at Cal Tech., O2 may, in fact, exist in ways not previously imagined. Lab experiments at Cal Tech verify possibilities of O2 in brine. For example, the proven high(er) O2 concentration at the polar regions. For this reason, it’s thought to promote, even force, O2 uptake in brine.
This makes brine valuable as a food source for higher organisms.
Enriched with O2, the assimilating organism would be super-charged with ingredients necessary to set itself up for an evolutionary impetus.
Next up, photosynthesis.
Once thought to be essential for developing life, it may, in fact, play a smaller role, initially, in the current Martian environment.
O2 may even exist independently of photosynthesis . . . at least, for now in Mars’ evolutionary schema. Much more needs to be researched prior to making any intense assertions as to the reality on Mars.
New Organism Wurm.
What it is? “Wurm,” our coined name for the new organism(s). Extant and seen developing normally in this unique biosphere. We hope for Wurm to make a name for itself.
Earlier this year, we mentioned that the Mars Exploration rover provided digital pictures which captured footage of the unique biosphere environment. Where many organisms similar to “Wurm” reside inside the subsurface soil.
Growth in subsurface soil
Findings near surface soils and subsurface provide a place for O2 to be acquired. For the purpose of encouraging — like a change agent — motility in an organism.
We all know the adage, “necessity is the mother of invention”. We tend to think that the notion of life and “breathing” on Mars.
Therefore, is at hand for Wurm in its “desire” to attain O2. Nature Geo-science confirms findings “…there can be near surface environments on Mars with sufficient O2 available for aerobic microbes to breath.. .”’
This would also suggest that motility comes into play such that the organism would surface and resurface. With this intention albeit very slowly and minutely. Each effort to attain nourishment, to breath, or to struggle for movement pushes the limits of the organism. In the event that it yet results in growth.
Life on Earth
On earth, there is the notion of do-brain-do it over again-grow-brain feedback mechanisms for higher organisms (with a brain, however basic it may be). That is the acceptance that brains exhibit something called plasticity.
Under those circumstances, it occurs with a break in the routine of life. while learning something new, hat pushes the brain to create new synaptic connections, thus “grow”.
While we are certainly not suggesting Wurm has a brain. For this reason, it is conceivable a mechanism for life on Mars. As can be seen, martian biology somewhat akin to plasticity may be at work hinting at an evolutionary direction.
Stay tuned for our next installment, as we all follow NASA and other exploratory organizations around the world for exciting news of Mars explorations.
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My interest was piqued by Ginsburg, Faye D., “Screen Memories: Resignifying the Traditional in Indigenous Media, “ in Media Worlds: Anthropology on a New Terrain and my R. and Perkins’s work re: aboriginal filmmaking. I would like to extend this theme of Resignifying the Traditional in Indigenous Media to other forms of art. My goal would be to further explore the relationship of technology/media that is used by indigenous peoples on their own terms and possibly without any cultural appropriation.
I am interested in Indigenous Art a part of everyday life/being that I have witnessed while living on a First Nation community where Art is place-based, inseparable from nature, land, well-being, surrounding living beings, spirituality, narrative, healing, the artist, etc. and it situated closely within each and comes an expression of this tight interconnectedness (and as such comes within a different set of relationships than when looking at Art as a separate discipline that is to be studied). I believe that knowing about this topic more in depth would enrich me as a person and consequently, as a teacher.
My first part of this research has taken me to an interesting online article about fashion, culture and where art/narrative is tied to strong ancestral roots and a sense of identity. As a designer Bethany Yellowtail’ says: “It’s beautiful to see the continuity of our people from then to now,” she told Mic. “I wanted to convey that with my collection — we’re still here, we’re still a reflection of our ancestors.” See here:
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High Shear Impellers
Mixer Direct has a large selection of high shear mixing blades — also called a Cowles blade — designed to produce an emulsion. A Cowles mixing blade excels at converting the greatest proportion of energy from the motor to shear force. This conversion increases the yield of material to time-consumed ratio. With our bolt-on hub and weld-on hub commercial blade accessories, you can secure your Cowles blade quickly and reliably. At Mixer Direct, you'll find top-quality high shear impellers to make quick work of your mixing processes.Contact Us
Top Reasons for Choosing a Cowles Blade
Why should you fit a Cowles blade to your mixer shaft? Shear, or more specifically, the high shear generated by a Cowles mixer blade is the answer. A Cowles blade is critical for the mixing of certain materials:
- If the materials are prone to clumping
- If you need to wet out powders
- If you want to disperse fine solids
- If you need to emulsify
What Are the Three Grades of High Shear Mixing Blades?
High shear mixing blades from Mixer Direct come in:
- HFD: High flow dispersion blades include vanes for increased pumping and uniform consistency of the material. The geometry of the HFD blades allows them to be used in higher viscosity materials.
- DBL: Dispersion blades are a basic design used in the paint and ink industries for years. Now, other industries are seeing their potential to increase their mixing efficiency.
- USB: Ultra shear dispersion blades use high rotations per minute to shear solids quickly to finer particles and move liquids over the teeth, breaking agglomerations as they flow outward.
What Are Stiffening Plates?
When mixing with high shear dispersion blades, a great deal of stress is introduced, and the addition of a stiffening plate can lessen this. Essentially, a stiffening plate consists of two smaller plates that fit on either side of the Cowles disperser blade. By taking up some of the local stress onto themselves, stiffening plates can increase the life of your high shear dispersion blade.
What's the Difference Between a Cowles Blade and an Impeller?
Essentially, both are impellers — an impeller is a blade attached to a shaft for mixing solids or liquids in a tank. A Cowles blade is a high shear disc-type impeller, but other impellers include low and medium shear types. An example of a low shear impeller is the mixing propeller, while an axial flow turbine is a medium shear impeller.
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Pink or Blue
Pink or Blue
Little Blue climbs a tree: strong boy
Little Pink climbs a tree: tomboy
Rings the haunting words of Hollie McNish in a short called Pink or Blue. The commentary on how we stereotype between a male and female child is a global debate. From #MeToo to equal pay, to underrepresentation in STEM fields and opportunities for women in tech, they are the thorns by your side that you have learned to live with.
Yet it started out as an advertising debate. Let’s go to a brilliant article in co-design that takes us back in time:
It is June 1918. According to an article in the trade publication Earnshaw’s Infants’ Department: “the generally accepted rule is pink for the boys and blue for the girls. The reason is that pink, being a more decided and stronger colour, is more suitable for the boy, while blue, which is more delicate and dainty, is prettier for the girl.” Other sources said blue was flattering for blonds, pink for brunettes; blue was for blue-eyed babies, pink for brown-eyed babies.
It wasn’t until the 1940s that retailers and manufacturers decided on pink for girls and blue for boys.
You have read this before, and you have ignored this before. Aurora has carried some fantastic pieces on women in the advertising industry both on camera and behind it. So, I would like to change the lens. You know how women are portrayed. They are the worried mom, the insecure daughter-in-law, the nagging wife, the selfless nurturer (Nido/Dalda), the sex object or the unattainable goddess (most lawn brands), the juggler ( most detergent ads) or the token presence (most bank ads).
What I would like to see as a consumer and an advertiser are these roles for men.
Won’t it be nice if we see the man of the house doing the dishes with mom or picking up after kids rather than sitting on a sofa reading his newspaper? You may argue that this is not true in our society; well so is the decked up, freshly blow-dried babe in the kitchen slaving over the stove. As advertisers, we shape culture. We teach people how to twist the cookie before dipping it in milk. Let’s use the power to showcase men who are man enough to wear an apron.
The CEO who created a nursery in the office to support the work-life balance of the female staff, the father who stood by his daughter when she decides to write her own destiny. Behind every successful woman is a man who is not scared to stand in her shadow. Show me these heroes, please. Show the men of the world that they can be these heroes.
The clichéd scene of the girl turning to the hero saying, “What will we do now?” The proverbial damsel in distress. Let’s reverse that. Show our girls that they can lead and there is no shame in leading. She is the hero and the man is Robin.
Globally, many initiatives are aiming to arrive at the same point that I am struggling to make here. One of the biggest one is #Unstereotype by the UN, an initiative that aims to stop showing women in a stereotypical fashion. Unilever was one of the first companies to join the initiative. Remember that Unilever’s Axe/Lynx brand is known for objectifying women. For a brand that uses the suggestive line “get clean to get dirty” on its packaging, they will have to rethink a lot of its messaging and personality to follow the pledge of #Unstereotype. This will be an interesting one to watch. Today more and more brands are joining the #Unstereotype alliance which includes names such as P&G, WPP, Diageo, Google and Facebook.
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) vowed to take a tougher line on gender stereotypes in ads after the launch of #Unstereotype. ASA argues that that gender stereotype is harmful to society. Ads with over sexualisation or unrealistic body images of women will be banned. The watchdog is also pledging to eliminate ads that show women left with the sole responsibility of cleaning up a mess created by her family. Other campaigns like ‘Women Not Objects’ and ‘#SeeHer’ are trying to battle issues to women’s portrayal in media.
To sum it all up, we are doing a huge disservice to our children by teaching them stereotypes like pink is for girls and blue is for boys. Let’s teach our boys that boys will not be boys and they also have a code of conduct. Teach your son to do his laundry and make the tea for the guests and teach your daughter that she can climb as many trees or mountains that she desires.
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The FINANCIAL — A US$300 million World Bank project will improve the living conditions of over 1.5 million poor households in Iraq by increasing access to basic services and creating employment opportunities at the community level.
Approved on February 6 by the World Bank Group’s Board of Executive Directors, the Social Fund for Development will finance community level subprojects in education, health, water, small-scale economic infrastructure, and access to markets.
The recent war against ISIS, coupled with the decline in oil prices since 2014, have severely impacted Iraq at the humanitarian, social, and economic levels. Poverty and unemployment rates increased, gains achieved in health and education were reversed, and agriculture production decreased, undermining the country’s food sufficiency. Furthermore, millions of Iraqis became internally displaced due to the conflict or were forced to migrate to urban areas looking for jobs and support. In this context, the Social Fund for Development project (SFD) aims to address the pressing needs of the poor and most vulnerable and provide them with livelihood opportunities and rapid employment across all of Iraq.
“The Social Fund for Development emphasizes the Government of Iraq’s efforts toward stabilization and recovery,” said Saroj Kumar Jha, World Bank Mashreq Regional Director. “It builds on the results of the comprehensive social protection reform program launched in 2014 and is in line with the Iraq Poverty Reduction Strategy which aims to alleviate poverty, promote equity, and foster opportunities for the Iraqi people.”
The project will allow local communities, with the support of non-governmental organizations and local government officials, to develop Community Action Plans that reflect people’s needs and priorities. These plans would then be validated by local governments and assigned funding. The SFD will prioritize simple, environmentally friendly and labor intensive sub-projects that maximize the use of local materials. Financing is anticipated to benefit over 600 communities and villages through 1,700 projects, according to the World Bank.
“The Social Fund for Development is a key instrument of Iraq’s poverty reduction strategy,” said Dr. Mehdi Al-Alak, Secretary General of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers and Chairman of the SFD National Technical Team that prepared the project on the government side. “It provides a mechanism to target our support to poor and vulnerable households in a transparent, accountable, and participatory manner which will help strengthen social cohesion and reinforce trust between citizens and the state.”
The SFD will prioritize an inclusive and participatory approach in the selection of sub-projects, with a special attention to actively engaging women and vulnerable groups in the decision-making process. “Citizen engagement mechanisms will ensure that communities take the lead, thus reinforcing social accountability. Non-governmental organizations will also play a key role in helping the communities to organize themselves and identify their priorities, as well as in the execution of sub-projects,” said Ghassan Alkhoja, World Bank Senior Social Protection Specialist and Project Team Leader.
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Presentation of the Lord 2017
Holy Father asks consecrated men and women to be one with Jesus
With serenity and songs of praise
Defeat the "temptation of survival" which withers hearts and takes away the ability to dream. Pope Francis asked consecrated men and women to commit to this task, during Mass in the Vatican Basilica on Thursday afternoon, 2 February , the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. The following is the English text of the Holy Father's homily, which was given in Italian.
When the parents of Jesus brought the Child in fulfilment of the prescriptions of the law, Simeon, “guided by the Spirit” (Lk 2:27), took the Child in his arms and broke out in a hymn of blessing and praise. “My eyes”, he said, “have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel” (Lk 2:30-32). Simeon not only saw, but was privileged to hold in his arms the long-awaited hope, which filled him with exultation. His heart rejoiced because God had come to dwell among his people; he felt his presence in the flesh.
Today’s liturgy tells us that in that rite, the Lord, forty days after his birth, “outwardly was fulfilling the Law, but in reality he was coming to meet his believing people” (Roman Missal, 2 February, Introduction to the Entrance Procession). This encounter of God with his people brings joy and renews hope.
Simeon’s canticle is the hymn of the believer, who at the end of his days can exclaim: “It is true, hope in God never disappoints” (cf. Rm 5:5). God never deceives us. Simeon and Anna, in their old age, were capable of a new fruitfulness, and they testify to this in song. Life is worth living in hope, because the Lord keeps his promise. Jesus himself will later explain this promise in the synagogue of Nazareth: the sick, prisoners, those who are alone, the poor, the elderly and sinners, all are invited to take up this same hymn of hope. Jesus is with them, Jesus is with us (cf. Lk 4:18-19).
We have inherited this hymn of hope from our elders. They made us part of this process. In their faces, in their lives, in their daily sacrifice we were able to see how this praise was embodied. We are heirs to the dreams of our elders, heirs to the hope that did not disappoint our founding mothers and fathers, our older brothers and sisters. We are heirs to those who have gone before us and had the courage to dream. Like them, we too want to sing, “God does not deceive; hope in him does not disappoint”. God comes to meet his people. And we want to sing by taking up the prophecy of Joel and making it our own: “I will pour out my spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions” (2:28).
We do well to take up the dreams of our elders, so that we can prophesy in our day and once more encounter what originally set our hearts afire. Dreams and prophecies together. The remembrance of how our elders, our fathers and mothers, dreamed, and the courage prophetically to carry on those dreams.
This attitude will make our consecrated life more fruitful. Most importantly, it will protect us from a temptation that can make our consecrated life barren: the temptation of survival. An evil that can gradually take root within us and within our communities. The mentality of survival makes us reactionaries, fearful, slowly and silently shutting ourselves up in our houses and in our own preconceived notions. It makes us look back, to the glory days — days that are past — and rather than rekindling the prophetic creativity born of our founders’ dreams, it looks for shortcuts in order to evade the challenges knocking on our doors today. A survival mentality robs our charisms of power, because it leads us to “domesticate” them, to make them “user-friendly”, robbing them of their original creative force. It makes us want to protect spaces, buildings and structures, rather than to encourage new initiatives. The temptation of survival makes us forget grace; it turns us into professionals of the sacred but not fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters of that hope to which we are called to bear prophetic witness. An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve. In a word, the temptation of survival turns what the Lord presents as an opportunity for mission into something dangerous, threatening, potentially disastrous. This attitude is not limited to the consecrated life, but we in particular are urged not to fall into it.
Let us go back to the Gospel passage and once more contemplate that scene. Surely, the song of Simeon and Anna was not the fruit of self-absorption or an analysis and review of their personal situation. It did not ring out because they were caught up in themselves and were worried that something bad might happen to them. Their song was born of hope, the hope that sustained them in their old age. That hope was rewarded when they encountered Jesus. When Mary let Simeon take the Son of the Promise into his arms, the old man began to sing — celebrating a true “liturgy” — he sings his dreams. Whenever she puts Jesus in the midst of his people, they encounter joy. For this alone will bring back our joy and hope, this alone will save us from living in a survival mentality. Only this will make our lives fruitful and keep our hearts alive: putting Jesus where he belongs, in the midst of his people.
All of us are aware of the multicultural transformation we are experiencing; no one doubts this. Hence, it is all the more important for consecrated men and women to be one with Jesus, in their lives and in the midst of these great changes. Our mission — in accordance with each particular charism — reminds us that we are called to be a leaven in this dough. Perhaps there are better brands of flour, but the Lord has called us to be leaven here and now, with the challenges we face. Not on the defensive or motivated by fear, but with our hands on the plough, helping the wheat to grow, even though it has frequently been sown among weeds. Putting Jesus in the midst of his people means having a contemplative heart, one capable of discerning how God is walking through the streets of our cities, our towns and our neighbourhoods. Putting Jesus in the midst of his people means taking up and carrying the crosses of our brothers and sisters. It means wanting to touch the wounds of Jesus in the wounds of a world in pain, which longs and cries out for healing.
To put ourselves with Jesus in the midst of his people! Not as religious “activists”, but as men and women who are constantly forgiven, men and women anointed in baptism and sent to share that anointing and the consolation of God with everyone. To put ourselves with Jesus in the midst of his people. For this reason, “we sense the challenge of finding and sharing a ‘mystique’ of living together, of mingling and encounter, of embracing and supporting one another, of stepping into this flood tide which, while chaotic, can [with the Lord] become a genuine experience of fraternity, a caravan of solidarity, a sacred pilgrimage… If we were able to take this route, it would be so good, so soothing, so liberating and hope-filled! To go out of ourselves and to join others” (Evangelii Gaudium, 87) is not only good for us; it also turns our lives and hopes into a hymn of praise. But we will only be able to do this if we take up the dreams of our elders and turn them into prophecy.
Let us accompany Jesus as he goes forth to meet his people, to be in the midst of his people. Let us go forth, not with the complaining or anxiety of those who have forgotten how to prophesy because they failed to take up the dreams of their elders, but with serenity and songs of praise. Not with apprehension but with the patience of those who trust in the Spirit, the Lord of dreams and prophecy. In this way, let us share what is truly our own: the hymn that is born of hope.
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In words starting with ‘q’, like queen, quick, and question, the letter q generates the sound /cue/ or /qwah/. When the letter Q is combined with the letter U, it makes the sound /cue/, and most Q words for kids begin with the letters Q and U. Since the sounds of k and q are so close, children frequently get them mixed up. As a result, you'll need to create activities that make it simple for kids to learn words that begin with the letter Q.
To assist you to improve your child's word skills, we've collected a list of ‘q’ words for kids. Teaching these words to children at a young age aids in the development of their vocabulary.
Q words might be difficult for children to speak and spell at times. To help the children learn q words for kids, engage them in interesting activities and games. Along with these activities, make sure to include spelling activities for children to help them learn how to correctly spell the words.
List of Q Words for Kids
Here is the list of all the words that start with the letter Q for kids.
Commonly Used Q Words for Kids
Words that Start with the Letter Q for Kids
Q Words for Kids in Kindergarten
Kindergarten students are just learning their first words. As a result, teach them terms from Q that they will hear frequently. You might also teach them some easy four-letter words that begin with the letter Q.
Q Words for Kids in Preschool
It can be difficult to teach preschoolers words that begin with the letter Q. So, first and foremost, explain to them that the letter Q is almost always followed by the letter U when forming words. After that, teach children simple words such as sight words or words they hear frequently. Here are a few Q words for preschoolers.
Names of Things that Start with Q
You could believe that there aren't many things whose names begin with the letter Q. However, you should reconsider because various objects begin with the letter Q. Here's a list of several objects whose names begin with the letter Q.
List of Common Words that Start with Q
Let us look at a few of the words that are used in our daily lives, especially for children.
Interesting Words that Start with Q
The letter Q is chock-full of uncommon and rare words. To expand your vocabulary, learn these interesting words that begin with the letter Q. The following is a collection of interesting and unusual words that begin with the letter Q.
List of Interesting Words that Start with Q
Positive Words that Start with Q
A list of good words that begin with the letter Q is provided below. Teaching children positive and pleasant words enable them to speak and think more positively. So, to increase their vocabulary and positivity, teach them these positive words that begin with the letter Q.
List of Positive Words that Start with Q
More Q Words for Kids
Let us look at the count-wise words on Q for kids here.
3 Letter Q Words for Kids
4 Letter Q Words for Kids
5 Letter Q Words for Kids
Activities that Help in Learning Q Words for Kids
We all know that the letter q is one of the most difficult letters in the alphabet for children to learn. However, literacy games for kids and engaging activities can make learning these words simple for them. Use these activities to help your children learn words that begin with the letter Q.
Trace the q word: It's not as simple as we imagine for young children to memorise q words instantaneously. However, by integrating and tracing the q word activity, you can easily overcome this difficulty. Encourage your children to trace them on a worksheet before they begin reading and writing.
Match the q word: Kids enjoy engaging in enjoyable activities, and it's an added advantage if it helps them learn new words. As a result, give your children flashcards with images that begin with the letter Q. Ask the youngster to shuffle the cards and match the words to the relevant pictures. This will assist children in learning the meaning of the term and retaining it in their memory for a longer period.
Colour the q word: Any activity that involves drawing and colouring is a hit with kids. Assist your children in learning Q words by colouring some simple Q words. This activity will not only help children learn vocabulary, but it will also help them learn how to spell them correctly.
Reading q word: Reading a word is one of the most effective ways to help children learn new words and improve their spelling abilities. You can play reading activities with children to help them learn words that start with the letter Q. To improve their reading skills, you can also encourage kids to read short poems or narrative books. Use flashcards, newspapers, songs, rhymes, and other resources as well.
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Clearly, the trend is toward a vegetarian diet. Vegetarianism describes a diet that does without meat and fish. Depending on the form, completely or in parts.
A rapidly growing group are the so-called flexitarians. They do not give up meat completely, but often limit their consumption for health reasons. They also pay attention to the quality and origin of the meat.
Vegetarian or vegan? What is the difference?
One thing vegans and vegetarians have in common is that they do not eat meat. In a vegetarian diet, animal foods are not eliminated. Vegetarians eat honey, milk or yogurt, for example. This is not possible in a vegan diet.
Vegetarianism basically does not reject animal products. Eating dairy products or eggs, for example, is not a problem for them. Depending on the form of vegetarianism just. In the vegetarian kitchen these foods have even a high place value. Many dishes are refined by milk products, like cheese.
And vegans? Here it is said, “Cheese? No, thanks!” Who lives vegan, renounces animal products. This includes all dairy products, such as cheese. Eggs are also not allowed. Everything that does not correspond to a plant-based diet is taboo. In addition to the diet, vegans also abstain from other animal products. For Veganer applies: Animal things are rejected. Wool sweaters, for example, are not vegan. Or certain cosmetics. Strictly speaking, many car tires are not either.
Vegetarians, on the other hand, do not avoid it. Vegetarian diets do not mean avoiding animal ingredients. Cozy wool sweaters? No problem! Silk shirts? Everything in the green area! It is exclusively about meat renunciation.
Vegans replace animal foods with plant-based options in everyday life. Meat becomes tofu or soy. Cow’s milk becomes, for example, oat or almond milk. Substitute products offer many plant-based alternatives. They are also an interesting option for vegetarians.
What Forms of Vegetarianism are There?
Vegetarians: abstain from meat and fish. Eating dairy products is allowed.
Ovo-vegetarian: abstaining from meat and fish, eggs, milk and dairy products.
Ovo-lacto vegetarian: abstaining from fish, meat and gelatin. Consumption of animal products is allowed. They also drink milk.
Flexitarians: occasional consumption of all types of meat. Pay attention to good quality.
Pescetarians: abstain from meat. Consumption of fish.
Frutarians: abstain from meat, fish and animal products. Exclusive consumption of fallen fruit and nuts. They want to harm plants as little as possible.
Why do Vegetarians Give Up Meat?
The backgrounds for a vegetarian diet are manifold. The most common reasons are:
Ethics &Love of animals
For some vegetarians there is no ethical difference between domestic and farm animals. For them, every animal has a right to life. No matter whether it was bred for slaughter or cuddling.
For many, their meatless lifestyle means taking responsibility towards animals.
Climate protection & environmental awareness
Every piece of meat consumes resources, water and energy. So that farm animals have cheap fodder, trees are cut down, for example.
For the same amount of plant products, much less energy is used.As an example: For 1 kg of beef, about 20,000 l of water are used. For 1 kg of potatoes it is 100 l. Living vegetarian saves our resources enormously.
Conscious nutrition & intolerances
A vegetarian lifestyle is more conscious. To prevent deficiency symptoms, many vegetarians deal with the topic of healthy nutrition. This develops a certain awareness about vitamins and nutrients.
By eating a lot of vegetables, a vegetarian diet is basically very healthy. Not without reason there is a variety of vegetarian diets. Avoiding meat often means a lower calorie intake. In contrast to soy and tofu, meat is very hearty. And especially fatty. Vegetarians should therefore make sure that their calorie intake is adequate.
Another reason for vegetarianism: allergies. There are people who develop an intolerance to meat. The consumption of certain types of meat causes discomfort. However, this allergy is very rare.
People who eat a meatless diet are less likely to get sick. A twelve-year study by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine proves this. It showed that vegetarian subjects have a 40% lower risk of cancer than those on a mixed diet. Their blood lipid levels were much better. In addition, their blood pressure values were lower than those of meat eaters.
By the way, vegetarians rarely give up meat for reasons of taste. A vegetarian will refuse a deliciously smelling steak because eating it goes against his principles. Not because he wouldn’t like it.
What does a Balanced Vegetarian Diet Look Like?
A little bit of everything and varied. That should be the motto of a balanced vegetarian diet. Cooking for yourself is a good start. That way you know exactly what’s coming to the table. Lots of vegetables and fresh foods should play a major role. Vegetables are not only delicious, they also keep you fit.
Also important in the vegetarian food pyramid: cereals and potatoes. These contain important fiber and vitamins. Now and then an egg and dairy products should be already. Thus the protein and calcium household is filled. Protein is important for muscle maintenance and also for the immune system.
Diets that do not include milk should cover the calcium requirement in a different way. One possibility is sesame seeds. Almonds are also a good source of calcium.
Equally important for staying fit: Magnesium. Magnesium is found in many foods. Sunflower seeds or nuts are full of it. Oatmeal or bran also contain a lot of magnesium.
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Folk Hero history for fifth version Dungeons & Dragons to make it bigger on the listing of cautioned characteristics. When you seem at the history selections in the 5E D&D Player’s Handbook there is a number of historical past traits recommended for you to assist outline a persona and spark your creativeness for function taking part in and in this collection I’m growing some extra character traits, ideals, bonds and flaws for you to play with on the off hazard you’ve burned via all of these and are involved in some new ones.
Folk Hero 5e
Bards weaponize opinion, and a folks hero may additionally be the ideal cowl for greater nefarious plans, need to have them. Other bards may also be actual freedom fighters, battling for a better world for the people. Bards gain from taking an ideological stance with their background. Whether it is an opportunistic one or a selfless one, having a described mindset toward your reputation will generally inform your personality and your adventuring career.
- Skill Proficiencies Animal Handling, Survival
- Tool Proficiencies One type of artisan’s tools, vehicles (land)
- Languages None
Folk heroes would possibly upward push from a range of circumstances, or their origins would possibly be a secret as they do their work anonymously. If you wish, you may also roll on the Folk Hero Origins desk for a tournament that starts you down your heroic path.
Folk Hero Origins
- You helped get restoration for a poor health child. Now they will come to you, understanding you may assist them to locate a way to salvation.
- You helped wreck a Guild safety racket afflicting a neighborhood of immigrants in the Outer City. Now, you cannot journey through that section of the town besides your dozen adopted grandparents inviting you in for a meal.
- Seeing a misplaced patriar after dark in the Outer City, you guided the wayward noble through returned streets to safety. The patriar repaid your assistance by paying for accelerated roofs and lamps in your neighborhood, causing the whole neighborhood to have fun with your deed.
- Fueled by means of alcohol, you confronted down a carrion crawler that slunk out of the sewer, knocking it out with a single punch. Since then, however, the ale you as soon as credited with your heroism has drowned it, and even your most affected person admirers are dropping hope. You’re hoping for one final hazard to win and return the goodwill you’ve got under the influence of alcohol away.
- You as soon as defeated a raging bugbear with a hand mirror, an installed deer’s head, and two kicks to the groin. Later, you and the bugbear grew to be friends.
- Last winter, you dove into the frigid river to haul out a foundering fishing boat with your naked hands, saving all aboard. Now, all and sundry on the docks are aware of your name.
Since you had come from the ranks of the frequent folk, and you are healthy amongst them with ease. You can without difficulty discover a region to hide, relax or forget well amongst all different commoners, however except till you would exhibit yourself as to be a risk to them.
|1||I stood up to a tyrant's agents.|
|2||I saved people during a natural disaster.|
|3||I stood alone against a terrible monster.|
|4||I stole from a corrupt merchant to help the poor.|
|5||I led a militia to fight off an invading army.|
|6||I broke into a tyrant's castle and stole weapons to arm the people.|
|7||I trained the peasantry to use farm implements as weapons against a tyrant's soldiers.|
|8||A lord rescinded an unpopular decree after I led a symbolic act of protect against it.|
|9||A celestial, fey, or similar creature gave me a blessing or revealed my secret origin.|
|10||Recruited into a lord's army, I rose to leadership and was commended for my heroism.|
|1||I have a family, but I have no idea where they are. One day, I hope to see them again.|
|2||I worked the land, I love the land, and I will protect the land.|
|3||A proud noble once gave me a horrible beating, and I will take my revenge on any bully I encounter.|
|4||My tools are symbols of my past life, and I carry them so that I will never forget my roots.|
|5||I protect those who cannot protect themselves.|
|6||I wish my childhood sweetheart had come with me to pursue my destiny.|
|1||Respect. People deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. (Good)|
|2||Fairness. No one should get preferential treatment before the law, and no one is above the law. (Lawful)|
|3||Freedom. Tyrants must not be allowed to oppress the people. (Chaotic)|
|4||Might. If I become strong, I can take what I want – what I deserve.|
|5||Sincerity. There's no good in pretending to be something I'm not. (Neutral)|
|6||Destiny. Nothing and no one can steer me away from my higher calling. (Any)|
|1||The tyrant who rules my land will stop at nothing to see me killed.|
|2||I'm convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure.|
|3||The people who knew me when I was young know my shameful secret, so I can never go home again.|
|4||I have a weakness for the vices of the city, especially hard drink.|
|5||Secretly, I believe that things would be better if I were a tyrant lording over the land.|
|6||I have trouble trusting in my allies.|
|1||I judge people by their actions, not their words.|
|2||If someone is in trouble, I'm always ready to lend help.|
|3||When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way.|
|4||I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments.|
|5||I'm confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others.|
|6||Thinking is for other people. I prefer action.|
|7||I misuse long words in an attempt to sound smarter.|
|8||I get bored easily. When am I going to get on with my destiny?|
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The Washington Post reports today that U.S. military operations in Africa are expanding into a wide-reaching network of air bases, spy planes, and Special Operations units targeting terrorist and guerrilla groups across the continent. The paper says a dozen "air bases" have been established in Central Africa since 2007, though they are typically small-operations run out of civilian airports by a few dozen soldiers. Many of them are also run by civilian contractors hired by the Pentagon.
Though the expanded operations are ostensibly about tracking and catching al-Qaeda affiliated terrorists, like al-Shabab in Somalia or the Boko Haram in Nigeria, the close involvement with other African forces makes it easy for American troops to insert themselves (intentionally or not) into other regional conflicts. For example, the report says there are around 100 Special Operations troops aiding in the hunt for Joseph Kony and our unmanned spy drones — disguised to look like harmless prop planes — monitor the continuing conflict between North and South Sudan. Even when U.S. interests are not directly affected, the ability to quietly influence events on the ground becomes remarkably easy the more our presence grows.
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Sixth Grade Mathematics: Connected Math Project 3, Year 1
In sixth grade, students embark on a three-year mathematical journey that helps them develop their mathematical skills and disposition through daily investigations rooted in real-world applications.
Students use mathematics to represent, describe and model the world around them. Each class period allows students to strengthen their resolve to be effective and efficient problem-solvers, collaborate with classmates, and improve their ability to explain their solutions with solid mathematical reasoning. There is an emphasis on why questioning, rather than rote practice of a learned algorithm. There are frequent checks for understanding during each unit. Students are asked to reflect on their mathematical learning at the end of each unit.
The sixth-grade year consists of seven themed units that include:
- Prime Time: Students understand relationships among factors, multiples, divisors and products by studying ferris wheels, cicada cycles and patterns of recurring events.
- Comparing Bits and Pieces: Students focus on representing numbers in fraction form, then build their knowledge of equivalent fractions to using ratios as comparisons. Segmented gummy worms and fundraiser thermometers for a Walkathon anchor these concepts in a real-world context.
- Let’s Be Rational: This unit solidifies the students’ ease of working with all operations with fractions and introduces variables to represent unknown values and equations to represent relationships. Examining recipes help students make a real-world connection.
- Covering and Surrounding: This geometry-focused unit reviews and expands students’ understanding of two-dimensional measurement. Students begin graphing the relationships between dimensions and fixed area and perimeter to see their first quadratic relationships in graph form.
- Decimal Ops: Like Let’s Be Rational, this unit focuses on all operations with decimals, instead of fractions. Students become proficient with decimal manipulations. Students work with sales tax, tips and interest rates to move between percents and decimals.
- Variables and Patterns: This unit concentrates on algebraic ideas that set the foundation for future algebra work in seventh and eighth grade. The theme of this unit is a college-student-run bike tour business.
- Data About Us: In this unit, students learn to collect and analyze data, using their results to describe people and their characteristics.
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Scientists cannot work out the laws of artwork and the on a regular basis widespread man or woman have issues with the excellence as properly. ArtWorks of Westfield Inc., is a local arts and cultural organization selling the rich and talented inventive variety of Westfield and the encompassing communities. Membership and donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by regulation. The group started as a sequence of public, organizational meetings and listening periods in late 2015 to measure neighborhood curiosity in rising art and cultural experiences in the metropolis, and achieved 5013 tax-exempt status in late 2017. Research in performing arts medicine has grown from case reports and prevalence research to sophisticated projects using superior know-how. New treatments, more conscious of the artists’ particular needs, are being developed and the emphasis is beginning to shift to prevention and training. Modern know-how has seen the growth of the media arts, such as the print media, radio, television, movement footage, videotapes and so forth, which enable the performing arts, stories and different occasions to be recorded or broadcast.
Identification of ideas that are authentic to the group may help create an leisure destination. However, one should be cautious to not have a “if we construct it, they’ll come” mentality when growing ideas.
Freedom Festival Paradetakes place round July 4th and features floats, bands, politicians, local residents, and the Scottville Clown Band. Thousands line Ludington Avenue to observe this hometown parade as it marches downtown from Madison Street to Lakeshore Drive.
The risk of listening to loss from music publicity is decided by the depth and duration of publicity. It isn’t uncommon to have publicity ranges of 100 dB during a quiet passage of orchestral music, with peak values of 126 dB measured at the shoulder of an instrumentalist in the middle of the orchestra. At the position of the conductor or instructor, ranges of 110 dB in an orchestra or band are frequent. Exposure levels for pop/rock and jazz musicians may be significantly greater, depending on the bodily acoustics of the stage or pit, amplification system and placement of audio system or other devices. The common duration of publicity may be approximately 40 hours per week, however many professional musicians will perform 60 to eighty hours per week every so often.
Join Aileen Quinn for Watercolor Wednesdays the place you presumably can chill out and learn completely different watercolor painting methods. After receiving an introduction of brushes and materials, you can start working in your individual piece of artwork. There are practical methods for lowering the exposure of musicians that don’t intrude with music production . Loudspeaker enclosures can be elevated above floor stage, which results in minimal loss of low-frequency sound vitality Entertainment, whereas preserving adequate loudness for the musician to carry out at a decrease intensity stage. Musicians who play high-intensity, highly directional instruments similar to trumpets and trombones should be on risers in order that the sound passes above the other musicians, thereby decreasing its impression. There should be 2 m of unobstructed floor house in entrance of the orchestra. Small stringed devices should at all times have no much less than 2 m of unobstructed area above them.
The Southeast CDC is the coordinator for the Arts & Entertainment District designation and partners with many artists, venues, and organizations within the district on artistic placemaking, performances, and events. Handbook of Multimedia for Digital Entertainment and Arts serves as a primary reference for advanced-level students, researchers and professors learning computer science and electrical engineering. With the dramatic development of interactive digital leisure and artwork functions, this handbook is also suitable as a reference for practitioners, programmers, and engineers working in this area. If you have to create an web site for a theater, ballet, live performance, art events, , nightlife and entertainment, Theater WordPress Theme will do the work for you. TheBruce Museum of Arts and Science, in downtown Greenwich, has holdings of about 15,000 objects, including fantastic art, decorative artwork, natural history and anthropology.
We celebrate the important role of the arts in a well-rounded schooling. In addition to the books read, tests taken and examine teams shaped that make up our students’ academic progress, we also provide a wide range of cultural and intellectual opportunities. Bureau of Labor Statistics stories that budget constraints have lowered the number of available arts and entertainment jobs, you ought to still choose from quite so much of careers (). While the jobs discussed beneath do not represent all of the careers on this trade, if you do select considered one of these careers, you may be involved in one of the in style occupations in the arts and leisure area. Allegan Area Arts Councilwas began in 1998 exists to provoke and stimulate curiosity and participation in the arts for the Allegan space via programming, supporting native artists, promoting public artwork, and more. Muskegon Civic Theatre is the one community theatre in Muskegon County, and makes use of volunteers in all elements of the performing arts.
Designers and visual artists can transition into advertising and web design, amongst many other issues. Of course whether these careers are themselves desirable depends on the organisations and causes you are able to work for. The final convention of the Creative Skills Europe project happened on 5 February 2019 in Göteborg . It has opened the means in which to enhanced technical cooperation between the various national expertise councils in the performing arts and audiovisual sectors, but also on the level of European social dialogue. Since the beginning of the disaster, cinemas, theatres and live shows of all sorts and sizes have been cancelled, undermining the livelihood of performers and other entertainment workers. The sale of inventive work created inside an A&E district, by a residing district artist, that’s offered by an artwork gallery or business within an A&E district is eligible. Occupational Outlook Handbook – Information about career, salary, coaching and employment projections for many different career fields, including arts and entertainment.
Please see a schedule of performing arts for the season at Daytona State College. The program’s success is rooted in an experienced and revered skilled faculty who are active at the College and locally. At Daytona State College, we attempt to assist prepare you to achieve your instructional, skilled and private targets by offering quality educational programs, state-of-the-art amenities and personalized consideration. Abdurraqib explores the period, the art of sampling, and how their songs have impacted his life. The writing is amazing and has inspired me to dig out my old Tribe cassettes to immerse myself in their music once again. Ani DiFranco’s memoir is an intimate window into her childhood and the early years of her fame, detailing how she navigated the cutthroat music industry while staying true to her indie people feminist roots. Just like her music, Ani’s written words are candid and filled with ardour.
Like many opulent old theaters, this one experienced its ups and downs as movie-goers abandoned single-screen theaters for big box multi-plexes. Careers in Music from Berklee College of Music – Provides descriptions of hundreds of jobs in the music business.
Injury hazards embrace electrical shock and burns from acid or alkali spillage; different well being hazards embrace the inhalation of steel, acid and cyanide mist, natural solvents, in addition to hydrogen cyanide gas. Precious, semi-precious and synthetic stones are normally reduce to the specified dimension with small saws earlier than setting. Injury hazards embody abrasions and lacerations of the skin or eyes; different well being hazards embrace dust inhalation (e.g., silicosis from quartz stones). Jewellery manufacturing can include working with a wide selection of materials, corresponding to precious and semi-precious stones, artificial stones, shells, coral, pearls, valuable metals, metal enamels and newer materials such as epoxy resins and vinyl polymers. These can be utilized to make rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants and a selection of different personal decorative items. Jewellery manufacturing retailers differ in size, and completely different manufacturing processes could additionally be adopted. Scanning laser art shows typically used within the performing arts use rapidly transferring beams which are generally safer since the period of inadvertent eye or skin contact with the beam is brief.
If this task seems inconceivable, then a considerably narcissistic trait steps in and the receiver types an opinion based upon his or her private life. Art evokes a feeling that one has once experienced, and then transmits that feeling to others via types, colours, sounds and movements. Art just isn’t at all times pleasurable for the attention of the beholder but a means of unity amongst people, joining them together in the identical feeling. A sculptor may piece together 4 items of metallic and call it an impressive creation and a spectacular piece of artwork. Another would possibly see it as a chunk of junk solely to be appreciated in the junk yard. Therefore I gather, that artwork for my part entails a personal signature of fashion and whether or not individuals discover that signature offensive or beautiful is yet to be seen.
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During the last century numerous extra materials and methods have been used for the art of sculpture, together with plastic foams, paper, discovered supplies and a variety of other sources of power corresponding to light, kinetic energy and so on. Intaglio printing includes incising strains by mechanical means (e.g., engraving, drypoint) or etching the metal plate with acid to create depressed areas within the plate, which kind the picture. Various solvent-containing resists and different supplies such as rosin or spray paint can be used to guard the part of the plate not being etched.
You plan your program of research across the major or career you want to pursue and the upper division university you need to attend. You may select to check wind, brass, percussion and string instruments as a half of your basic schooling elective credit.
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The business needs professionals who perceive the entertainment and artwork administration workings of creative industries and might transfer effortlessly between industrial and nonprofit. Learn from professors with in depth industry and tutorial experience in the fields of sports, arts and entertainment management. Our sports activities, arts and leisure management major in Downtown Pittsburgh is among the most progressive business applications within the United States. If you are interested in making a profession in arts, design and leisure, you’ll be spoilt for selection with a quantity of career options. In this profession, yow will discover jobs with artwork museums, sports activities, amusement parks, theatres, pictures studios and extra. This two billion greenback business is well suited to those who are enthusiastic about creative expression and visible storytelling.
- Submitted Photo Local artists are invited to submit entries by August 15 for the “Art of Recovery” exhibit planned by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County.
- Through Valencia College School of Arts and Entertainment programs, you’ll get the chance to study from and work with industry professionals, build your portfolio, get hands-on coaching and collaborate with other students, all in a inventive surroundings.
Since the theater’s founding in 1991, Renegade has produced over 150 productions all through the world. The beloved NorShor Theatre is regaining its rightful place because the Northland’s beacon of arts, entertainment, and world-class performances. The listings below embody all kinds of Arts + Entertainment attractions choices in alphabetical order with these within the metropolis of Duluth displayed first followed by those which are outdoors metropolis limits. The required and elective courses you’d take for Arts Entertainment and Media Management majors differ considerably among establishments. Courses are listed right here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are prone to expertise have been you to major on this subject.
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The Parks Department manages over 900 acres of park land together with 33 developed parks and 22 linear miles of trails. File A Police ReportFile a web-based police report for criminal or non-criminal exercise together with traffic/parking points, suspicious actions, homeless/transient camp location and more. Public Art Explore Auburn’s Public Art Collection – the thread that joins artwork, individuals, and place. Parks, Arts, and RecreationA variety of programs, lessons, events and extra, for all ages and skills. Emergency PreparednessTraining, ideas, and alerts on native hazards and how to be ready. Qualified EAM students could choose to use for a five-year accelerated program, graduating with a bachelor’s degree as properly as a Master in Business Administration or Master of Science.
In addition, applicants ought to have background in both the arts or business, or both. Persons missing this background will need to take no less than 6 credits in specified arts programs or have had in depth career/professional expertise within the field. Persons lacking this background may be required to take no less than 6 credit in specified enterprise courses (e.g., Financial Accounting, Marketing Management, and Human Resource Management) or have had intensive career/ professional experience in the area.
Renegade Theater Company is dedicated to introducing the world to the boldest, newest and most imaginative works in theater at present. Additionally, Renegade aims to create unprecedented alternatives for developing community talent in all aspects of the artwork kind, as a end result of we believe that a theater is only as robust as the company it retains – both onstage and off. Fort Collinsrichly deserves its reputation as the cultural capital of Northern Colorado. During the 20th century’s second decade, the humanities skilled what has come to be known as “The Little Renaissance,” a rebirth in the style and content of the nice arts, literature, theater, and dance. American artists have been transferring away from established European traditions and creating new approaches to creating art. Many artists moved toward an abstract, not sensible, interpretation of material. The content of artwork shifted, partly, from “greater level” topics such as nature, faith, and portraits to more casual topics.
The fairgrounds are additionally open to tenting, neighborhood room rental, and hosts a number of large occasions annually. LeRoy Area Historical Societymaintains a museum that catalogs and preserves the history of the pioneers of the LeRoy space, their families, and the historical past of life in northern Michigan. Dulcimer Funfesttakes place every year through the third weekend in July and is the largest hammered dulcimer competition within the nation. It invites musicians and music lovers from all around the country to assemble on the Osceola County Fairgrounds in Evart.Some come for just a day, whereas others keep for the entire 3 day festival. The Fighting Falcon Military Museumis a local historical past museum showcasing Greenville efforts as properly as a replica of the CG-4A Glider. Attend theFarm Power Showfor farm gear demonstrations, live music, and tractor pulls. Gilmore Car Museumworks to inform the historical past of America by way of the car.
Founded in 1907, the Duluth Art Institute serves as a hub for creativity, new ideas, and community engagement via the visual arts. We ship our mission via exhibitions, art making and learning opportunities. The Duluth Art Institute strives to deliver recent, quality programing that nurtures and energizes all sides of the visible arts in the Twin Ports. EXHIBITION PROGRAM The Duluth Art Institute produces greater Art than a dozen exhibitions yearly that highlight regional expertise and visiting artists. We have fun craft traditions in addition to up to date voices within the visual arts, displaying mid-career, rising, and established artists in various mediums. We provide enhancement packages alongside our exhibitions to provide arts audiences deeper engagement with artists and their work.
In addition, recent hourly and annual earnings are shown for occupations commonly present in arts, entertainment, and recreation. For projected employment estimates, see the National Employment Matrix, which incorporates employment estimates by business and occupation for arts, entertainment, and recreation. Recent treks have taken students to leading organizations including Industrial Toys Gaming, Paramount Pictures, Disney, A24 Pictures, FX, Showtime, and 20thCentury Fox Studios. In advising appointments, students might obtain assist with creating a portfolio, getting ready resumes, composing effective cover letters, and discussing the method to use program sources to achieve their distinctive pre-professional objectives. The program can also assist students discover and secure internships, grants, and employment opportunities. Apply the usage of anatomy, gesture, type language, and staging in creature and character design for story growth.
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Rotating wheels and linear actuators of assorted sizes are used for grinding, sharpening and slicing. Injury hazards embrace pores and skin abrasions; other well being hazards embrace the inhalation of steel dusts, as nicely as repetitive motion, vibration, awkward position and forces. Using epoxy resin and quick-drying brokers with solvents to bind stones and metal items is a standard apply. Injury hazards from gluing embrace fire and explosion; other well being hazards embrace the inhalation of solvents and skin contact with epoxy resin, different adhesives and solvents. Gold, silver, copper and powerful acid in addition to cyanide are used within the electroplating process.
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The Festival options lots of of artists and crafters, a Children’s Lane, road performers, and a food area including an Artisan Food Market and festival meals favorites. The Holland Area Arts Council coordinates particular group actions and collaborative occasions with different community organizations, serving greater than 5,000 people yearly via prime quality art exhibitions, training, and advocacy. A bustling downtown features a world-class opera, symphony, professional ballet, plus museums, sports activities and entertainment venues. Throughout the neighborhood you will discover a singular array of restaurants, artwork galleries and shopping.
Freshman applicants to the Entertainment & Arts Management program with a mixed Math and Critical Reading SAT score of 1300 and a three.5 GPA could apply for the BS/MBA program on the time of their freshman application. Entertainment administration majors who are accepted into the accelerated program should maintain a 3.2 GPA as an EAM undergraduate and submit two letters of advice and meet minimal GMAT necessities at the time of utility to the MBA program. Catch a reside show practically every night time of the week from local favorites to internationally recognized artists. Enjoy the sophistication of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra, Wichita Grand Opera or enjoy Broadway in Wichita with The American Theatre Guild or Music Theatre Wichita . Gilmer Arts Association presents quality displays, music and theater occasions. Enjoy reside music most weekends at eating places, wineries and breweries in Blue Ridge and the Copper Basin.
A second location is maintained at Greenwich Point Park, focuses on beach-related reveals, including a touch-tank. ArtsQuest at SteelStacks offers year-round concert events, together with under-the-stars musical reveals on the Levitt Pavilion. The Sands Event Center attracts nationally known bands, singing legends and comedians. Lehigh University and Moravian College supply music, artwork and theater programming. The Touchstone Theatre and Pennsylvania Playhouse supply conventional and unique performances, whereas smaller venues like legendary people membership Godfrey Daniels and the versatile IceHouse offer a variety of inventive acts in a cozy setting.
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This can result in hearing loss and different effects on the autonomic nervous system , psychological problems , as well as common well being problems, including headaches. A giant variety of research have shown that dancers have high overuse and acute damage charges. Ballet dancers, for example, have high incidences of overuse syndrome (63%), stress fractures (26%) and main (51%) or minor (48%) problems during their professional careers . Seventy-four (53%) reported that they were suffering from no less than one continual harm that was giving them pain.
At a time when native news is more essential than ever, support from our readers is essential. Peers use their personal tales to help people find recovery in their very own lives in their very own method. Submitted Photo Local artists are invited to submit entries by August 15 for the “Art of Recovery” exhibit deliberate by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County. Melita Lyon and Carrie Clark look over art supplies as they put together to create their works. With ArtWalk Along Elm, a showcase for native artists that runs alongside Elm Street from School to Arnold streets until 2 p.m., where greater than 15 regional artists will supply their artwork works on the market. Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) recently introduced that forty one venues in California’s twenty fourth District will receive funds from the Shuttered Venue Operators Grants program, divided between a complete of more than $27.three million. The program was created to support hard-hit companies in the music and entertainment sector that have been forced to close because of pandemic restrictions during the COVID-19 crisis.
Arts and Entertainment Technologies is the primary professionally oriented Bachelor of Science program offered by the College of Fine Arts. With coursework in sport design, themed entertainment, music and sound, movement graphics and video, immersive media, interactive storytelling, and different inventive expertise fields, this cross-disciplinary program is targeted on the longer term. A versatile diploma plan permits college students to double-major or minor in other areas of research such as design, pc science, or business. The media, arts and leisure sector is commonly project-based and requires successful interaction with individuals across industries to facilitate advancement of concepts and creative products.
Make it a weekend at a downtown resort or a lifetime in our downtown neighborhoods and residential communities. Cinematic arts, music, theatre and dance, style, design and the visible arts — we’re prepared to train you for an ever-evolving profession. There’s nowhere higher to study than from business professionals in Music City. You’ll have the opportunity for internships, networking and journeys throughout the united states and overseas. The Drexel arts and leisure management program prepares college students for a variety of careers in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, from artistic, hands-on positions to administrative and administration roles. Treks give college students a possibility to fulfill potential employers in cities all through the us and around the globe.
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Today, Bhangra dance survives in numerous types and styles all over the globe – together with pop music, movie soundtracks, collegiate competitions and even expertise shows. Lifestyles – Marketing data corporations corresponding to Claritas and ESRI also produce a variety of trade specific stories that describe arts and entertainment potential for a specific commerce area. These stories present estimates of market demand primarily based on native demographic and buying power and mix indicators such as population, office inhabitants, earnings, wealth, residence worth, existence, race, education and occupation. Musical performs, plays and classical music are the three most popular actions throughout all demographic classes in terms of cultural arts. Income, training, and age are strong indicators of what types of artwork and cultural activities will be attended by group members. Tourists and visitors additionally represent an important market section for arts and entertainment actions. | <urn:uuid:88ae8642-77e7-4036-b410-acdcd0204075> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.donkeykongunblocked.com/bromo-arts-entertainment-districts.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.936855 | 5,194 | 1.703125 | 2 |
They have no roots, bear neither flowers nor fruit, and yet manage it in 22,000 ways. They settle in almost every ecosystem, in polar regions, deserts, rainforests and cities. Yes, the greening of the planet has only just begun with mosses. The periodically wet plants, which developed from the green algae of the intertidal zone of the ocean 350 to 400 million years ago, were the first to venture onto dry land.
Robin Wall Kimmerer was taken with her pioneering qualities. In “The Gathering of Moss – A History of Nature and Culture”, the renowned plant ecologist and bryologist, i.e. moss scientist, draws attention to a microcosm that is otherwise usually trampled on on forest floors or between paving slabs.
And because the professor, who was born in 1953 and lives on an old farm in Upstate New York, comes from the Potawatomi bear clan, indigenous plant knowledge also plays a role in the moss almanac, which is published in the series “Naturkunden” edited by Judith Schalansky. appears. Bound in green, printed in green lettering and decorated with green-tinted moss photographs and drawings.
In good Anglo-Saxon non-fiction tradition, Kimmerer arouses interest in the most primitive of land plants by recounting her subjective experiences at the same time. The magnifying glass that a kindergarten teacher holds in front of the girl’s eye so that she can examine the crystalline structure of a snowflake becomes the “beginning of seeing”.
The more closely you look at the world, the more beautiful it becomes, believes Kimmerer. What applies to snow and the microstructure of leaves also applies to moss, the height of which varies between millimeter-high crusts and shoots up to ten centimeters high. Inventorying moss on rocks and tree trunks often requires a stooped posture and a focused gaze. The structure of the moss cushions, which are home to tardigrades and springtails, is only revealed under the microscope.
“For me, mosses are a way of creating intimacy with the landscape,” says the biologist. And when she tells of a swaying mat of sphagnum moss on a bog that she strides barefoot over, she feels her footsteps act as a testament to her existence, beating a “water drum of moss and peat.” Almost like that of the ancestors, who used a wooden bowl filled with holy water and covered with deerskin as a ceremonial drum in their rites invoking the unity of universe, creation and man. | <urn:uuid:c64b3c4f-e419-49e8-a5dd-535f64b94164> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.globaldomainsnews.com/nothing-really-happens-without-moss | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572192.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815145459-20220815175459-00065.warc.gz | en | 0.95544 | 550 | 3.203125 | 3 |
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