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“It gave people a comfort factor to know there was someone there, that they could grab their arm and say, Help me!” Neff said. |
Neff’s team recently added enhancements, including a new financial-statement component to meet the accelerated deadline for year-end financial statements. Agencies must submit them by Nov. 15, 45 days after the end of the fiscal year. Agencies in the past took up to several months to file those reports with the Office ... |
“We now produce financial statements at 8 a.m. on the first of every month,” he said. |
Newswise — Cognitive radios present an exciting new frontier for the world of wireless telecommunications. Now Virginia Tech's Center for Wireless Telecommunications (CWT) has received a three-year National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to extend its work in the field of cognitive radio to advance cognitive network ca... |
Cognitive radios are like intelligent cell phones or police radios that can determine the best way to operate in any given situation. Instead of blindly following a set of predefined protocols, like regular radios, cognitive radios can now configure to their environment and their user's needs. |
CWT's approach is that, "The new cognitive radios are similar to living creatures in that they are aware of their surroundings and understand their own and their user's capabilities and the governing social constraints," said Center director Charles W. Bostian, Alumni Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer ... |
A radio's actions arise from a rational process that predicts probable consequences and remembers all of its failures and successes. "The radios are treated like animals that learn to evolve over time with their changing environment," said electrical engineering Ph.D. candidate Tom Rondeau. "Basically, the cognitive en... |
The grant will fund research that will for the first time allow the radios to share a distributed knowledge base to use for individual and collective reasoning and learning. "Every cognitive radio has a knowledge base it has learned over time. Now, our research makes it possible for all cognitive radios to be connected... |
"We approached this network like you would approach a community of animals. First, we teach the radios to seek others of their own kind and recognize their environment, thus creating a network. Then the CWT team teaches the different cognitive radios to work together." |
"These radios are learning to coexist and work together in an efficient community," said Ph.D candidate David Maldonado. "For example, if a businessman informs a scientist of a road block ahead, even though they have different backgrounds, the scientist is going to be able to understand this information and configure h... |
The CWT team will be conducting the first large scale tests of cognition in a well-defined wireless network environment. The experiments will provide quantitative answers to such very practical questions as, "Can cognitive techniques allow 'Wi-Fi like' services in locally unoccupied TV channels?" Meaning 'Wi-Fi like' s... |
The research will have many important outcomes, said Bostian. First, a cognitive engine will be fully implemented in any wireless network, making it a cognitive one. Cognitive engines will be implemented into the widely available GNU radio, which is a low-cost software-defined radio developed specifically for experimen... |
This grant was awarded through the NSF's NetS Programmable Wireless Information Networks Program. Bostian is principal investigator. Co-Pls are Associate Professor Michael Hsiao and Assistant Professor Allen MacKenzie in the the Bradley Department of Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Economics Asso... |
Rondeau received his B.S. degree in electrical engineering from Virginia Tech and Maldonado received his B.S. degree in electrical engineering at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez. Both are fellows in the Integrated Research and Education in Advanced Networking program at Virginia Tech. |
Renowned for his melodramas like All About My Mother and Talk to Her, Spanish auteur Pedro Almodovàr stunned audiences and critics last year with The Skin I Live In, which pulled in elements of the horror genre to make one of his most magnificent features yet. While the film may have been too strange to win notice at t... |
"I am still young enough to make a science fiction movie. I have ideas for the genre. The way I would like to do it is present something impossible in a real, domestic way. One of the scripts on my desk is of that genre, so I hope I make that." |
The visionary filmmaker offered no further details on this potential project, but did confess that his love of the sci-fi genre comes from 1950s flicks like Invasion of the Body Snatchers, which memorably focuses on a surreptitious alien invasion of a small town, whose residents are replaced by emotionless extraterrest... |
However, if you share my enthusiasm for this potential production, don't hold your breath. Almodovàr was quick to confess, "I live with my stories for many years. I write more like a novelist than a screenwriter." For the record, it took at least five years for The Skin I Live In to come together. But on the plus side,... |
WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — Matthew Kuzmich Jr., 89, of Wintersville, passed away Friday, June 1, 2018, at Valley Hospice Care Center. |
Born Feb. 6, 1929, in East Liverpool, he was a son of the late Matthew and Mary Kurty Kuzmich. |
His wife, Mary A. Vranesevich Kuzmich, preceded him in death. |
Survivors include sons, Matthew Kuzmich III of San Jose, Calif., William Kuzmich of Wintersville, and Mark Kuzmich of Steubenville; daughters Carol Bell and Janet Nolan, both of Steubenville, and Mary Ann Fickes of New Philadelphia, Ohio; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, and his brother, Leonard Kuzmich of ... |
Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville, handled arrangements. |
Spending hours labouring over an InDesign template can feel like thankless work, especially when your team of oh-so-gifted writers don't understand the concept of a word limit. But at least while you're shedding bitter tears for butchered layouts, these design puns will give you something else to groan about. |
The cards are the work of Sarah Heffernen, who compiled all the bad design puns — visual and otherwise — into this series of (beautifully laid-out) cards. Everyone who has ever set foot inside Photoshop should get the crop jokes, but some of the others may be a little more of a stretch. |
In 2011, it was the hunter. At this year's World Junior Championship, Russia becomes the hunted. |
The Russian Hockey Federation would like nothing more than to defend the gold medal it captured last year in Buffalo, proving last year's come-from-behind victory against Canada was no fluke. After garnering its first gold medal in eight years, the Russians will get the opportunity to start their defense on Boxing Day ... |
Before it is able think about gold, Russia will have to escape Group A. That includes facing a Swedish club looking to avenge its fourth-place finish last year. Last year marked the first time in four years Sweden left the World Junior Championship empty handed, compiling two silvers and a bronze during that span. |
Both teams will be met with competition from Switzerland, Slovakia and Latvia. |
Last year -- In stunning fashion, the Russians overcame a 3-0 deficit in the third period against Canada to capture their first gold medal at the World Juniors since 2003. |
NHL prospects -- Washington Capitals prospect Yevgeni Kuznetsov is the only returning member of Russia's golden entry. Joining Kuznetsov in his quest to repeat is Vladislav Namestnikov, who was selected in the first round of the 2011 Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning. |
2012 Entry Draft watch -- The Russians boast an explosion of draft-eligible talent, including Nail Yakupov of the Sarnia Sting and the Quebec Remparts' Mikhail Grigorenko, both contenders to be first pick at the 2012 NHL Entry Draft this June. |
Schedule -- Dec. 26, Switzerland, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 28, Slovakia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 29, Latvia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 31, Sweden, 10 p.m. ET. |
Vickers prediction -- Though they're competing with a completely renovated roster at the tournament, the dangerously explosive Russians will be led by Kuznetsov, the sole returnee from last year's gold-medal performance, to Russia's first repeat performance since the 2002 and 2003 World Juniors. |
Morreale prediction -- The defending champion looks to win back-to-back gold medals for the first time since 2002-03. The odds of that happening are pretty good too, with the return of forward Kuznetsov, and inclusion of newcomers Yakupov and Grigorenko. The only concern here is the commitment to the defensive end. The... |
Last year -- For the first time in four years, the Swedish Ice Hockey Association left the World Junior Championship without a medal, dropping the bronze medal game 4-2 to the United States. |
NHL prospects -- While led up front by Mika Zibanejad, who played nine games with the Ottawa Senators this season before returning to Stockholm, the Swedes will count heavily on defensemen Oscar Klefbom (Edmonton) and Jonas Brodin (Minnesota), both selected in the first round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. |
2012 Entry Draft watch -- Sweden is blessed with plenty of draft-eligible talent in the form of Leksand center Filip Forsberg, Frolunda forward Sebastian Collberg and Djurgarden forward Pontus Aberg. |
Schedule -- Dec. 26, Latvia, 5:30 p.m. ET; Dec. 28, Switzerland, 5:30 p.m. ET; Dec. 30, Slovakia, 5:30 p.m. ET, Dec. 31, Russia, 10 p.m. ET. |
Vickers prediction -- Though better than its finish would indicate, Sweden will not play for a medal in 2012. Despite bringing back five players from last year's team and boasting several first-round draft picks, the Swedes will struggle with chemistry in what will be looked at as a rebuilding year for the country. |
Morreale prediction -- Can one of the more talented rosters assembled at this year's WJC rebound from last year's disappointing fourth-place finish? Look for Sweden to earn a bye into the semifinal round before earning a bronze medal. |
Last year -- With the emergence of Inti Pestoni and riding the hot play of forward Nino Niederreiter and goaltender Benjamin Conz, the Swiss were one win away from medal contention, settling for fifth place. |
NHL prospects -- Though he is still eligible, New York Islanders forward Nino Niederreiter will not be released to play in the tournament. In Niederreiter's absence, Switzerland will rely heavily on Calgary Flames first rounder Sven Barstchi and Gregory Hofmann, a third-round pick of the Carolina Hurricanes. |
2012 Entry Draft watch -- Though the talent pool coming out of Switzerland is thinner in 2012 than it has been in recent years, forward Christoph Bertschy will attract plenty of draft interest. |
Schedule -- Dec. 26, Russia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 28, Sweden, 5:30 p.m. ET; Dec. 30, Latvia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 31, Slovakia, 6 p.m. ET. |
Vickers prediction -- Despite the best efforts of Swiss sensation Sven Bartschi, Switzerland will struggle to earn its way back into the medal round for the first time since 2010. Though its offense will be plenty powerful, Switzerland will have problems keeping the puck out of its net without standout goaltender Benja... |
Morreale prediction -- A third-place finish in Group A is the likely scenario. While Niederreiter will not be made available after suffering a concussion on Dec. 3, follow countryman Bartschi should pick up the offensive slack. Look for the Swiss to place sixth. |
Last year -- With a valiant effort from top point-getter Richard Panik, Slovakia narrowly avoided relegation by finishing eighth. It was the second consecutive eighth-place finish for Slovakia, who has not earned a medal at the tournament since winning bronze in 1999. |
NHL prospects -- The Slovaks will be led by Detroit Red Wings prospect Tomas Jurco of the defending Memorial Cup champion Saint John Sea Dogs. Jurco is joined by Edmonton Oilers prospect Martin Marincin, making his third appearance at the World Juniors after debuting as a 16-year-old in 2010. |
2012 Entry Draft watch -- Defenseman Patrik Luza, Slovakia's top skater according to Central Scouting, will have the opportunity to open eyes on a larger stage while goaltender Dominik Riecicky, who was solid in the tournament last year, has the opportunity to take the starting job for Slovakia. He'll battle Richard Sa... |
Schedule -- Dec. 27, Latvia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 28, Russia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 30, Sweden, 5:30 p.m. ET; Dec. 31, Switzerland, 6 p.m. ET. |
Vickers prediction -- After back-to-back eight-place finishes, Slovakia is looking to improve on that spot. This will not be the year for Slovakia, which has not earned a medal since 1999. Returning forward Tomas Jurco will shine, but his individual effort will not be enough to claw Slovakia into medal contention. |
Morreale prediction -- While the club does possess some offensive firepower in Jurco and Tvrdon up front and Marincin and Peter Ceresnak along the blue line, look for an eighth-place finish in 2012. |
Last year -- Relegated to Division I after finishing ninth at the 2010 WJC, Latvia won its way back into the main group in convincing fashion, earning its place in this year's World Junior Championship. |
NHL prospects -- Latvia has but one drafted player on its roster in Edmonton Oilers prospect Kristians Pelss, who is one of five returning players from the gold-medal finish in last year's WJC Division I Group A. |
2012 Entry Draft watch -- Zemgus Girgensons, who will undoubtedly lead Latvia in their quest to avoid another relegation in 2012, is expected by many to be the first player selected out of the USHL at the draft. |
Schedule -- Dec. 26, Sweden, 5:30 p.m. ET; Dec. 27, Slovakia, 10 p.m. ET, Dec. 29, Russia, 10 p.m. ET; Dec. 30, Switzerland, 10 p.m. ET. |
Vickers prediction -- Though they'll become the darlings of the tournament after pushing several teams in Group A to their limit, Girgensons and the Latvians will unfortunately be relegated to Division I. |
Morreale prediction -- The country has traditionally worked hard in the WJC despite a lack in top-name talent. Girgensons, eligible for the 2012 Draft, and Edmonton Oilers prospect Pelss are the top players to watch. Expect a ninth-place finish. |
Commissioner's Office: Fined Mets manager Bobby Valentine, C Mike Piazza and P Turk Wendell for actions during series in St. Louis last weekend. |
Braves: Purchased contract of OF Bernard Gilkey from Triple-A Richmond. Optioned P Kerry Ligtenberg to Richmond. Transferred P Scott Sobkowiak from 15-day to 60-day DL. |
Brewers: Placed LF Geoff Jenkins on 15-day DL, retroactive to May 2, with sprained right shoulder. Recalled P Allen Levrault from Triple-A Indianapolis. |
Dodgers: Waived P Carlos Perez. Placed C Paul Lo Duca on 15-day DL with strained left hamstring and strained left oblique. Recalled C Brian Johnson from Triple-A Las Vegas. |
Expos: Placed Tim Raines on 15-day DL with left shoulder strain. Purchased contract of OF Curtis Pride (Silver Spring) from Triple-A Ottawa. |
Indians: Signed C Eddie Taubensee to $3.6 million, two-year contract. |
Mets: Sent P Brett Hinchliffe and P Justin Brunette to Triple-A Norfolk. |
Reds: Called up IF Brandon Larson from Triple-A Louisville. Signed IF Juan Castro to two-year contract extension, through 2004, and C Kelly Stinnett to contract extension through 2003. |
Royals: Purchased contract of former Orioles OF Trenidad Hubbard. Designated OF Raul Ibanez for assignment. |
Clippers: Waived C Keith Closs. |
The Citadel: Extended contract of men's basketball coach Pat Dennis one year through 2002-03 season. |
Broncos: Signed LB Henri Crockett, LB Lee Woodall and FB Tony Carter. Re-signed FB Howard Griffith and K Steve Lindsey. |
Penguins: Recalled C Milan Kraft from AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. |
D.C. United: Waived D Judah Cooks and D Ray Goodlett. |
Two more Canadians may have joined the growing ranks of foreign fighters trying to establish an Islamic state in Syria and Iraq, according to CBC News. |
Family and friends in Calgary said brothers, Gregory and Collin Gordon, recently converted to Islam and became known to members of Calgary’s Muslim community as Abdul Malik and Khalid. |
According to the national broadcaster, both were active on social media expressing their strong support for the Islamic State terrorist group — formerly known as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) — which continues to brutally murder civilians and capture territory across Syria and northern Iraq. |
Sources told the CBC that the brothers disappeared in late 2012, around the same time as their former roommates Damian Clairmont and Salman Ashrafi, who are also believed to have travelled to Syria. |
Ashrafi was identified as a suicide bomber in an Islamic State operation in Iraq that killed 46 people last November, while Clairmont was killed fighting in Syria earlier this year. |
It’s not clear why the brothers decided to convert to radical Islam and join fighters in the Middle East. |
Canadian authorities estimate there are about 130 Canadians that have joined terrorist groups in Syria, Yemen, Somalia and North Africa. |
Jeff Lobb, co-founder of SparkTank Media, has spent more time on stages across real estate events over the past five years than most. |
Between moderating critical conversations to keynoting leading technology conferences, Lobb consistently over-delivers from stage with a message that is engaging, actionable and memorable. |
With Inman Connect San Francisco around the corner, we caught up with Jeff on how anyone can take their presentation skills to the next level. Whether it’s a listing presentation or a keynote address, Jeff shares three keys to delivering a presentation that gets results. |
Jeff Lobb is hosting a brand new event for speakers who know that great presentations mean bottomline business results. |
Agents, brokers, consultants — whether they’ve given one talk or hundreds — should attend DELIVER! SparkTank Media’s Exclusive Speaker Conference, May 16-17 in New Jersey, to turn their presentation skills into an essential business asset. |
Enjoy our Q&A with Lobb on what matters most to creating a standout presentation. |
Inman: What are the biggest mistakes people make when delivering a presentation? |
Jeff Lobb: People have a tendency to make a few key mistakes when delivering presentations. |
One of the serious mistakes I see people make is not knowing their content. I mean really knowing it cold. |
Being truly prepared gives you a foundation of confidence. What happens when there’s a lack of confidence — it causes a domino effect. The nerves get fried, and then the second guessing starts. |
That creates an awkwardness that the audience feels and that turns into a lack of credibility and connection with the speaker from the audience perspective. |
But the biggest mistake I see is when people don’t realize that their next big opportunity might be with someone who might in the room. |
Every person is a potential customer, or knows someone who may become a resource for you. |
Whether it’s a small group like a couple at the kitchen table over a listing presentation, or from a big stage in front of 2,000 [people], so many potential opportunities are lost when people don’t take the opportunity seriously. Prepare. Prepare. Prepare and deliver. |
What is one small change that people can make to their talks that makes a huge impact? |
Slides. I can’t say this enough. |
Sounds simple, but way too many people rely on their slides during a presentation. Too many words, too much info on the screen. |
They become a script of sorts, instead of what they should be — which is the CliffsNotes version. Just the highlights. |
When you make the slides the focus of your presentation, what happens when the slides don’t work, or computer goes down? Can you continue without missing a beat? |
What are the essential elements of a great presentation? |
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