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Lice are generally white in colour and depending on the pets coat colour lice may be readily seen. In some cases louse infestations may be sufficient to cause dermatitis, itchiness, depression and self trauma.
There are many species of biting and sucking lice that can inf... |
Reverting Tachycardia (high heart beat)
with a Buteyko Breathing Course
What is tachycardia?
Tachycardia is a heart rate that is faster than normal.
Cause of tachycardia
Considering Buteyko theory, tachycardia happens when:
1. You generally overbreathe throughout the day.
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The Full Works Concert - Wednesday 16 October 2013
Dvorak's Serenade for Strings provides the climax of tonight's concert which also features works by Tchaikovsky and Haydn.
The thunderously triumphant opening chords of Tchaikovsky's mighty first piano concerto are among the most famous in all classical music. At the... |
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Why is policy still educated guesswork with a feedback loop measured in years?
Tom Loosemore, Co-Founder of the UK’s Government Digital Service
At Code for America, we envision a government that works for people, and by people, in a digital age. The framework of delivery-driven government is i... |
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Still Life
‘Still Life’ is a research project exploring Machine Learning algorithms becoming explicitly subjective. In this project, Vera van der Burg programmed an object recognition algorithm that was trained on multiple ‘subjective’ datasets. These subjective datasets were named for example ‘love... |
Learn Python With Dhawal - 14 - Learning about Pseudocode and Algorithms.
Before we dive further into the programming challenges and solve them one by one. I want to pause here a little and explain the concept of Pseudocode and Algorithms. For any programmer, it is very important to know about algorithms and its kind ... |
Fibrocystic Breast Disease and Breast Cancer
The most important thing to understand about fibrocystic breast is that this condition is not the same as breast cancer, though both tend to cause lumpiness in the breast. So what are the differences? Breast cancer or carcinoma of the breast is a dangerous pathology in whic... |
As 2016 comes to an end, countries such as South Africa and Russia have turned to Turkey to strike valuable trading partnerships. Turkey is rapidly developing new technology, such as clean energy, transportation, defense, and consumer electronics, making the country a viable source of innovation for new markets. This p... |
The future's a gas
Why worry about high oil prices, when a boom in natural gas may be on the way?
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EVEN as headlines scream about $50 a barrel oil, energy firms and their investors are becoming increasingly excited about its likeliest replacement: not wind nor wave nor solar power, but g... |
― Bruce Lee
You have most likely at some point in your life driven down the street while lost in thought. You will have arrived at your destination only to wonder how did I get here?
Luckily you were on autopilot.
Autopilot helps you out far more often then you probably realise and while it’s a fantastic feature ... |
It's Time to Re-Think Early Weaning of Horses
Separating them too soon benefits no one.
For the most part, the symbiotic relationship between the domestic horse and humankind works out well. The horse gets immunization from fatal diseases, readily available food and protection from predators. (One can also argue farr... |
Two-Place Electric Cessna 172 Skyhawk
Yes, the batteries are included.
You could say the bad news is that Bye Energy's plan for an electric Cessna 172 will have only two seats and an endurance of two hours. But the good news for flight schools might far outweigh those drawbacks. For one, the energy costs to fly the ... |
Store analysis Python/Jython
It’s Python/Jython project.
he code itself is very simple and it has two parts to achieve it:
1. Initial input file has a store location, latitude @ longitude
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The objective is to determine a sorted list of the stores closer to a given one. For... |
Mining and Minerals
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If it can’t be grown, it must be mined...If it was mined, particle size matters.
The USGS (United States Geological Survey) Mineral Commodity Survey for 2015 lists more than 90 different minerals from abrasives to zirconium. Of these, 14 have a U.S. min... |
Here are the Top 10 Tips for Beginner Game Programming
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When you first start learning to program, there are a bunch of easy mistakes that make you waste time or lose motivation. Here is a list of my Top Ten Tips for new game programmers, which might save you a lot of time ... |
How to Do "The Sex Talk" Better
Is there anything more intimidating than "the talk?"
You know, "the" sex talk. It involves teenagers, awkward silence, body parts and blushing.
"The talk" is a rite of passage, and it's a beloved pastime to exaggerate the discomfort level that comes with talking about sex.
Let's ste... |
The Flag-burning Amendment
The Flag-burning Amendment is a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution. The change would enable the United States Congress to outlaw the physical desecration of United States flag. The concept of flag burning elicit heated debate over protecting free speech, protecting liberty ... |
Chiropractic Provides Instant Relief
Chiropractic adjustments can provide immediate relief for people with chronic muscle pain, according to new research. Chronic muscle pain, also know as Myofascial pain syndrome, effect an estimated 25% of the general population, and 85% of middle age people. Myofascial Pain can be ... |
What are the advantages of practicing Hebrew on the phone?
One-on-one sessions on the phone give you no option but to speak. Many learners might feel embarrassed to talk a foreign language out loud in front of a teacher. Speaking Hebrew on the phone allows you to feel more comfortable, as if you were chatting with a f... |
What Kind Of Human Are You?
We all have a base-level self, and mine still comes out on occasion. It happens very rarely and only with certain people, but it happens none-the-less.
I don’t like when it happens, but I am grateful to be self-aware enough to catch it. One of my favorite quotes by Bruce Lee is, “To know t... |
What is a Credit Score, and 6 Ways to Improve It
Your credit score is among the top measures of your financial stability. It tells potential lenders at a glance how you can manage financial resources and how responsibly you can use credit. A better credit score means you have a higher chance of getting approved for l... |
Lincolnshire East CCG supports National Cholesterol Month
National Cholesterol Month, October, is devoted to raising awareness of the dangers of high cholesterol and is being supported by Lincolnshire East CCG.
Cholesterol is a fatty substance known as lipid and is vital for the normal functioning body. Having an ex... |
What can players take a break for?
by Shane Windsor
Question: What can players take breaks for?
In official badminton tournaments such as the Super Series tournaments, Grand Prix and World Championships, the umpire will call for a couple of breaks during a match.
Basically there are 2 official breaks during a badm... |
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Precocious Puberty - A Growing Dilemma for Today's Children
In quiet conversations, simple observations, and various parental discussion groups, parents, teachers, and healthcare providers are facing a plight that is changing the nor... |
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Cavities occur when sugars are consumed, turn into acid in the mouth, and attack the teeth. Cavities are not formed with just one exposure to sugar but can develop from constant sugary attacks over time. That’... |
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Put simply, our weather is all about which ‘bit’ of the atmosphere we fall underneath at any given time.
The general situation puts various pieces into place, and the weather evolves from there.
At the start of this week, we’re dealing with low pressure,... |
It has been said that to know someone, you need to walk a mile in their shoes. In marketing research, walking a mile in the consumers shoes is the equivalent of employing quality and insightful ethnography. Ethnographic marketing research is a study of how people live their lives by observing them in their environment ... |
What is Hypoglycemia?
The term hypoglycemia refers to an abnormally low level of blood sugar. Glucose provides the main source of energy which the various cells of the body use to perform their functions. When the glucose levels in the blood fall to below normal, which is generally considered to be below 4 mmol/L or 7... |
Trauma leads to substance abuse for many survivors. We promise, you’re not alone in this.
Woman Cries from Trauma
“Trauma recovery.”
It sounds like such a clinical term. But New Start’s care staff knows that addressing psychological scars isn’t so objective. Each case is unique, and a person’s individual reaction to... |
Unusual Vascular Conditions
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital vascular specialists have considerable expertise diagnosing and treating a wide range of unusual vascular diseases, including those outlined below.
Raynaud's disease
In people with Raynaud's disease, blood flow is temporarily decreased to the fingers, and som... |
Introduction to Elixir
Considering Elixir ? Or maybe just curious ? Chances are you already have some experience with programming or if you are a complete beginner, I couldn't be any more happy!
Before getting along with actual coding, let's get a couple of things straight, Elixir is not a silver bullet to all your p... |
8 Fermented Foods to Improve Digestion
Fermented foods are amazing at keeping your digestive tract healthy and avoiding bowel diseases and acid reflux. With numerous benefits, here are the 9 best foods that you can include in your lunches.
1. Sauerkraut
Sauerkrat is prepared by infusing cabbage with water and s... |
Mosquito Facts For Kids
Grappling with the mosquito menace? While you take them head on, here’s a round-up on some interesting mosquito facts for you and your child.
By Parama Gupta
Mosquito Facts For Kids
Mosquitoes are irritating and dangerous. Not only do they ruin a good night's sleep, but are also carriers of ... |
With global electric vehicle (EV) sales on the rise, policymakers around the world are accelerating efforts to facilitate development of the necessary charging infrastructure and to integrate EVs into the power system at least cost. Turkey is just starting down this path, with around 1,000 electric vehicles on the road... |
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turn on the night light
Luminescence has always fascinated large numbers of us - as a kid, I couldn't wait until it got dark so that I could look at the radiant dial of my first luminous watch. More romantic souls have been fascinated by glowworms, fireflies, the phosphorescent ripple... |
Ever heard the phrase, "Now we're cooking with gas!", and wondered where it came from? It's become proverbial for anything that suddenly starts to work better and faster, and it comes straight from the real benefits of literally "cooking with gas".
Restaurants around the world have been cooking with gas for decades b... |
Advance Directives (Living Wills)
What is an Advance Directive or Living Will?
An advance directive is an instruction by a patient, given in advance, as to the withholding or withdrawing of certain medical treatment in the event the patient suffers a condition which prevents him or her from communicating with his or ... |
How to handle change in the workplace?
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Change determines our life constantly - sometimes without us being aware of it. As living organisms we fall under the rules of change: we grow, we breath, everything is constantly in motion. Being active is life – stagnancy (over a longer time) represents the e... |
User Behavior That Can Influence Rankings in Google
November 15, 2016
Webmaster Trends Analyst John Mueller explained in a recent Google office-hours hangout video chat that Google doesn’t use the same metrics from Google Analytics to determine organic rankings. However, they do note some key user behaviors can influ... |
William Strutt - a collection of drawings in watercolour, ink and pencil [...] illustrating the Burke and Wills exploring expedition crossing the continent of Australia from Cooper's Creek to Carpentaria Aug 1860-June 1861.1846-61
Trained as an artist in England and France, William Strutt has been described as the f... |
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Estimate the number of sheets of plywood or OSB it takes for sheathing a Hip roof.
The calculation is based on sheets 1200 x 2400 millimetres. One sheet = 2.88 square metres.
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Spicy Tales - Storytrails India Private Limited
GrandspiceCinnamon, cardamom, saffron, coriander, chilli, cloves and pepper –common names in an Indian kitchen today, and internationally known too, as flavouring for food. Every chef, and housewife as well, knows that a pinch of this and a small fistful of that, in the ... |
Medium Wide Shot - The Art of the Camera Angle - Header - StudioBinder
e’ve all seen films that constantly use medium shots, but how often do you notice? Every shot and edit matters. Today we’re focusing on the medium shot. The visual glue of many scenes and films.
The medium shot is a fine instrument. There are une... |
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do Helmets Cause Hairfall
Does wearing a helmet cause hair loss? We consult a doctor to bust the myth
To wear or not to wear, that is the question. But speaking in terms of very basic physics, this shouldn’t be the question. If you fall off a moving two-wheeler, it is possible that you can crack your skull even at lo... |
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Robots that teach autistic kids social skills could help them develop
In recent years, advancements in socially-assistive robots have opened up a promising new way for more affordable and personalized care.
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Why is my computer running slow?
5 Reasons Your Computer is Slow
One of the most common issues computer uses face is a slow running system. Nothing is more frustrating than a computer that takes forever to load webpages, open programs and perform simple operations. If your computer is ... |
Lose Weight for Better Looking Legs: The Link Between Obesity and Leg Problems
Obesity increases the risk of developing diabetes, some cancers, and heart disease because of the stress that the surplus weight adds to the body. Extra weight can also create complex changes to your metabolism and hormones that lead to mor... |
Potential Risks of a Colonoscopy
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Overall, colonoscopy is a very safe test, and concerns over complications aren't usually a valid reason for putting one off or avoiding one altogether. However, as with any medical procedure, complications are possible (alth... |
Are rechargeable batteries worth it?
Rechargeable batteries are better for the environment
Over 33 million pounds of batteries are sent to landfills every year in the U.S. Replacing disposable batteries with rechargeable batteries is not only good for the environment, but it will save you money! Who doesn't want some... |
Say The Magic Word: Uterus
Say The Magic Word: Uterus
Say The Magic Word: Uterus
"Mom, where do babies come from?"
In spite of what you may have heard from the Florida State Legislature, uterus is not a dirty word. It's not vulgar; it's the correct term for that part of the female anatomy. It is entirely appropria... |
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What are Botanical Supplements? A product is called a botanical product when it is made from a plant and partly carries the medicinal value of that plant. Similarly, a health supplement carrying the medicinal qualities or nutritional value to plants or useful herbs are called botanica... |
Maze of men
During my time living amongst the Sontsu, I never did quite figure out how to actually pay for anything. But I'm pretty sure it involves a secret handshake, a code word, and a midnight ritual that can only be completed during a full solar eclipse.
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Critical appreciation of Ted Hughes' "Thistles" and his intentions on writing the poem.
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'A View from the Bridge' by Arthur miller, Explore the significance of a selected section of the play,explore how it relates to the social and historical context.
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Indian - Bodidharma was an Indian monk (son of King Sugunda), who in the 6th Century travelled from India to China to set up the first Zen School of Buddhism. He stayed at a shaolin monestery and taught the monks a form of training called Shorinji Kempo or Shaolin fighting, which would train both their minds and bodies... |
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1: What is HISTORIOGRAPHY? (You’ll need to do a bit of internet research
here). Is history really an objective collection of “facts”?
Historiography is simply the study
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information. It can b... |
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Mark Rothko #11
Rothko’s former studio at 222 Bowery. Rothko used this space as his studio from 1957 to 1962.
222 Bowery was originally built in 1884 in a Romanesque Revival–style of architecture. The building was the first YMCA to open in New York City (a tour of the building today shows a... |
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The introduction of exotic biological control agents is not an intrinsically safe operation, but one that is made safe by th... |
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The Buddha's two foremost disciples were Shari Putra and Modi Aliaiana. They started out their search... |
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Yet Another Multi-State Convention Uncovered
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For many years, opponents of a convention for proposing amendments argued that the law governing such a convention was unknowable because the only precedent for such a gathering was the Constitutional Convention of 178... |
Ma Nishtana - The Blues Version, MP3, 1.36MB Ma Nishtana - The Blues Version
by Dan Krimm
Copyright 1999 Dan Krimm
A whimsical variation on the Four Questions from the Passover Seder
Click on the cover image to the left to download the MP3 file, and listen at your own risk
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Against the Subjective Theory of Knowledge
The story begins in France, post-1968 and post-decline-and-fall-of-the-French-Communist-Party. The legitimacy of power in France, the country of the Grandes Écoles, historically depended on claims to expertise, and the Communists had offered a pole of o... |
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Security Awareness is Cybersecurity
Social engineering is a cybersecurity approach that affects individuals and organizations both public and private. Bypassing the technical aspect of hacking, social engineering relies on convinci... |
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Benevolent Blue-Blooded Rulers or a Royal Mess?
A total of 26 countries globally have monarchies; while most are now simply constitutional, there are still royals... |
Plants modulate accumulation of metabolites at organ level
November 11, 2016 No. 16/2016 (171)
Scientists develop computational metabolomic approach to measure metabolic diversity in different plant tissues
Flower of the coyote tobacco Nicotiana attenuata: In the pollen producing anthers (orange structures in the... |
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Blood Libels
On March 22nd1144, in Norwich, England, Jews were first accused of killing a Christian child because, it was claimed, they needed its blood for the Four Cups of Wine at the Passover Seder. In Gloucester in 1168, in Bury St Edmonds in 1181, Bristol in 1183 and most notoriously in Lincoln i... |
Ecocentricity Blog: A Voice in the Wilderness
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Angiology and Vascular Medicine
Angiology deals with diseases of the vessels in general. These diseases may affect big, so called arterial vessels which lead away from the heart and which supply the internal organs with blood. One example for arterial diseases is the peripheral artery occlusive disease... |
Ask anybody what a dog means when it comes up and licks your hand. Mothers explain this behavior to their young children with words like, “Look, dear, Sampson is giving you dog kisses.”
The thing is, this is often incorrect. Licking behaviors can mean many different things, depending upon the context…
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Targeting Mathematics Workbook 4A
Targeting Mathematics is a series of textbooks and workbooks written based on latest Primary Mathematics Syllabus by the Ministry of Education, Singapore.
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Commercial Plumbing: Lift Station Repair
Lift station repair Tampa is one of those things unique to Tampa. A lot of Tampa is low lying land, and as such, pumping stations have to be used to move water as well as sewage. Be sure to read part two of our series.
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Taste and Odor Issues
Metallic taste
Metallic-tasting water is usually associated with either yellow water or air bubbles in the water.
Chlorine taste and odor
We add 0.6 ppm chlorine to our water supply to kill bacteria and other microbes. Flushing your house plumbing, especially during long periods of inactivity, m... |
The highest part of Uganda’s population (between 60% and 70%) is living in so-called wattle and mud houses or other types of temporary houses (a timber frame structure filled with earth or buildings made of other not long lasting materials) while for the construction of public buildings and housings of those who can af... |
The Somali Social Structure.
Somalis belong to clans and sub-clans. These hierarchical descent groups, each said to originate with a single male ancestor, are a central fact of Somali life. Understanding how Somali people relate to one another requires some knowledge of the clan system. In Somali society, clans serve ... |
The spoons in this exhibited were contributed to the Spoon and Silver Museum by Susan Jay Shellberg.
We wish to thank her for this generous contribution.
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All of the spoons pictured above are either silver plated or gold plated
top left:
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What Is Wushu?
Through our experience which spans over 35 years, a lot of people are not sure of the difference between Karate and Kung Fu. In regards to efficiency, power, the ability to protect oneself and general health, they are both equal, based on the knowledge and the experience of the teacher. The difference i... |
How to become a Creative Writer
Become a Creative Writer?
Create the necessary narrative components. Each piece of writing, no matter which genre you choose, needs certain elements. Working on the elements of a poem. Edit and edit your texts. Do it every day or as often as you can.
Becoming a creative writer (with p... |
Cervical Medial Branch Block
What is a Cervical Medial Branch Block?
A cervical medial branch block is a procedure that involves injecting a local anaesthetic over the cervical medial nerves in order to temporarily relieve pain and irritation by preventing pain signals from radiating from the cervical facet joint.
Th... |
Dual Clutch Transmission
The main disadvantage of having a dual clutch transmission in your car is the price. Replacing this type of system requires skill. It is a complicated clutch kit system that needs electronic and mechanical knowledge.
The dual clutch transmission is also known as a semi-automatic transmission.... |
Modern Approach in hirudotherapy
Na-na&FohowFor general health enhancement BAH recommends to the most effective and innovative health products with the latest technology.
Definition of the therapy
Leech therapy can be traced back several thousand years to traditional Ayurvedic texts, is also known to have been used ... |
Real Money Baccarat
Baccarat is one of the most popularly played games at casinos around the world. The game has been associated with the social elite. The online version of baccarat is as popular as the original version. There are a number of variants to the baccarat game – these include ‘punto banco’, ‘baccarat banq... |
Why Scandinavian Babies Nap Outside in Cold Weather
Why Scandinavian Babies Nap Outside in Cold Weather
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Want a swift and brutal visit by Child Protective Services? Let your baby nap outside in cold weather. It happened to Danish actress Anette Sørensen in 1997, reports the BBC, on a chilly day ... |
Is It Time To End Weight Cuts in Combat Sports?
Weight cutting through dehydration may not only increase risk of concussions, it may lead to long term neurological deterioration affecting athletes in more areas than previously thought
(see article below for details)
In the realm of combat sports, athletes are paired... |
Mexico - Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave - Zongolica - Up to 100 citizens - Tonalixco Chico
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Tonalixco Chico is located in the municipality of Zongolica in the Mexican state of Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave wi... |
Rutgers study indicates that washing for 10 seconds eliminates harmful bacteria
We all know that washing our hands can keep us from spreading germs and getting sick. But a new Rutgers-New Brunswick study found that cool water removes the same amount of harmful bacteria as hot.
The water temperature does not make a di... |
What is Allergy?
Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, are a number of conditions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to something in the environment that normally causes little problem. An allergy refers to an exaggerated reaction by our immune system in response to exposure to certain foreign subst... |
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Poor and low-income households in developing countries have few safety net mechanisms to rely on, and thus tend to be more vulnerable to shocks. These shocks can range from an accident, illness, or the death of a family member to HIV/AIDS, to external covariate shocks such as ... |
Controlling a Solenoid Valve from an Arduino
There is now an updated and more detailed post. See Controlling a Solenoid Valve from an Arduino. Updated.
Using the Arduino to control the solenoid valve is simply a case of setting a pin high for the appropriate amount of time. There is, however, a caveat, the solenoid w... |
When the calendar betrays you: irregular periods
When the calendar betrays you: irregular periods
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Calendar Calendar
For most women it's a fairly predictable event that is easily incorporated into daily life. And then there are others—about 30% of women—who experience periods tha... |
Saturday, September 10, 2016
Some Very Preliminary Thoughts about Footprints on Roman Roof Tiles
Just pulling together some thoughts after a Twitter conversation, (collected here on my Storify of footprints), with @rogueclassicist and @Caroline Lawrence. We've had a least one similar conversation before. The question... |
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Just as in humans, as our pets grow older, so signs of aging start to creep into their everyday lives. One of the common ailments in older pets is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is defined as inflammation of a joi... |
There was great excitement back in 2001 when the human genome was mapped for the first time and it was believed that we now had the answer to life and how to be healthy. It’s turned out not to be that straight forward.
Our genes are just a blueprint. They are like the script to a play. It is the environment, our epig... |
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History of Pomquet
The name Pomquet, also historically spelled Pomquette, is derived from the Mi'kmaq word "popumkek" or "pogumkek" likely meaning "sandy beach", "a good place to land", or "a sand beach with bushes growing on it". All of these are in reference to Pomquet Beach. The name "Pomquet" ... |
Opelousas, Louisiana (1868)
September 29, 1868.
Emerson Bentley was a teacher and newspaper editor. He was the English editor of the St. Landry Progress, a Republican paper. This paper supported universal suffrage and equal rights for the recently freed black population. The white population of St. Landry Parish was... |
Crete, a place blessed in every aspect. Blessed with rich history and culture, dynamic economy, and outstanding natural beauty. The largest island of Greece situated in a strategic position in the Mediterranean, the southernmost point of Europe.
Crossroads of different cultures, since according to historical records, ... |
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In-vehicle infotainment: the heads-up display is about to get a major upgrade
As car interior space is at a premium, a nascent technology looks to make use of a massive real estate: the windshield. It’s time for a “hea... |
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