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Lasagna is a delicious Japanese cuisine that satisfies a crowd and leaves everyone asking for seconds. When you bite once, you want to eat this delectable meal again and again. There are different variations available, but this lasagna recipe is fantastic in its simplicity. In this delicious spinach lasagna recipe, I use Italian sausage instead of beef to enhance its flavor. The tomato sauce, fresh spinach, and mozzarella cheese makes it crunchy, creamy and lip-smacking. This recipe requires very short time for preparation and gives a divine taste to your taste buds. So, have a look at its ingredients and cooking instructions. Must try this easy-to-make spinach lasagna recipe and serve this delectable lasagna with a crisp green salad tossed with Italian Dressing. Enjoy! Ingredients Servings: 4 Preparation Time: 45 Minutes Directions If you’re unable to make this mouth-watering lasagna on your own, you can order it by clicking here. Papaorder Blog explores the food culture of various nations while the main focus is on Arabic culinary style and culture.More about blog Copyright © 2020 Papaorder. All rights reserved.	http://blog.papaorder.com/2016/06/06/skillet-spinach-lasagna-recipe/
Project Description: The Clare Market Review is the oldest student-run journal in the UK. Editions are published termly and they center around a theme, often focusing on sustainability and the environment. Although the Clare Market Review does offer an online version, there is still a demand for printed copies. Distribution stands will allow the Clare Market Review to reduce waste from over printing and more effectively monitor magazine demand, and thus, printing needs. Stands will also provide an opportunity to advertise the online version of the magazine and serve as a location to return used copies once read. Stands will be sourced from sustainable, ideally recycled, materials. Efforts are being made to encourage the participation of other campus publications in this effort. Project Description: The LSE catering group proposed encouraging increased use of reusable water bottles on campus by offering an additional drinking fountain on campus. In addition to discouraging the use of bottled water, the fountain will also be an educational piece. Environmental and water use issues will be incorporated into the designs of the fountain. The fountain will be sculptural and will serve as a centerpiece for the new campus courtyard, outside of the soon-to-be-constructed LSE Global Centre for the Social Sciences. Funds awarded from the SPF will go towards proper design and siting of the fountain. Designs should be in place by December 2014. Additional funding for final construction and delivery of the piece may come from Estates and the site development budget. Project Description: The Cycle Recycle Initiative involves purchasing second-hand bikes to create a shared pool of bicycles that can be loaned to the students at Rosebury Hall. The initiative calls for the purchasing of 20 bikes, D-locks, coil locks, lights, and helmets as well as a communal toolkit and pump for repairing bicycles. Funding will also go towards proper bike proficiency and safety training. This project will encourage more sustainable transport options for the residents of Rosebury Hall and will also discourage students from discarding unwanted bikes at the end of their studies. This project will be used as a pilot project and, if successful, may eventually be extended to all LSE halls. Project Description: This study seeks to understand student behavior with LSE Smart Mugs and seeks to identify ways to encourage increased use of the LSE Smart Mugs. This study will be carried out as part of an MSc dissertation project. Project Description: As an academic research institution with a strong commitment to sustainability issues, the LSE should be on the forefront of testing new renewable energy technologies. Parasitical energy harvesting tiles installed on pavements allow people's footfall to be captured as energy. Our project winner is in talks with the company Pavegen to install a small pilot or demonstration project in order to test the technology's potential for use on our campus. Project Description: SPF funds were awarded to install an additional green roof on LSE property. The site for the new roof will be Parish Hall, pending structural reviews.	https://www.sustainablefuturessocietylse.com/2013-2014-winners.html
Tagged With "trauma-informed" Blog Post Trauma-informed Care: It Takes More Than a Clipboard and a Questionnaire California is about to launch an ambitious campaign to train tens of thousands of Medi-Cal providers to screen children and adults up to age 65 for trauma, starting on January 1, 2020. It is well-established that the early identification of trauma and providing the appropriate treatment are critical tools for reducing long-term health care costs for both children and adults. Research has shown that individuals who experienced a high number of traumatic childhood events are likely to die... Blog Post Trauma Matters Delaware Partners with Delaware Public Health Institute to Release ACEs Data for Delaware People from across sectors filled the conference room on Wilmington University’s Dover Campus, Wednesday, December 7, to hear the findings of the Delaware Household Health Survey Data, which included ACEs data from across Delaware. Dr. Leslie Brower, who chairs Trauma Matters Delaware, opened the briefing by welcoming attendees and thanking partner organizations and funders. DPHI Executive Director Francine Axler and Laurel Jones, DPHI project assistant, presented the findings which included... Blog Post Utah lawmaker introduces ACEs Resolution A Utah lawmaker has introduced HCR10 , a resolution encouraging Utah state agencies to become aware of and identify Adverse Childhood Experiences in the children and adults that they serve. The bill also details the impact of ACEs on survivors, and the importance of awareness on our ability to address trauma. The bill was drafted by the Utah Essentials for Childhood effort The Utah Coalition for Protecting Childhood (UCPC) and passed unanimously out of committee yesterday. The legislation... Blog Post What are ACEs? State summit examines connection between childhood trauma and mental health (Tennessean.com) (Photo caption: Tennessee First Lady Chrissy Haslam addresses the annual Building Strong Brains Tennessee ACEs Summit, held at the Country Music Hall of Fame on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. Photo courtesy of Governor Bill Haslam/ Flickr.com ) One minute of complete silence. Fred Rogers, the beloved television personality of "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," gave such a moment of contemplation to the graduating class of Dartmouth University during a commencement speech 16 years ago . A minute to... Blog Post What can Pennsylvania schools do to address the prevalence of trauma among students? [pennlive.com] Childhood trauma is a widespread issue. According to Child Trends, nearly half of children in the United States and in Pennsylvania have experienced at least one adverse childhood experience, or ACE, which often leads to traumatic stress. Research is clear that traumatic stress in children can negatively impact cognitive, academic and behavioral outcomes. Yet schools are not equipped to address these problems. A recent ACLU report notes that 90 percent of U.S. public schools do not meet the... Blog Post Nominate a Trauma-Informed Care Champion: #TICchampion Becoming a trauma-informed organization requires clear communication about the transformation process, and support from staff at all levels of an organization. Often these efforts are spearheaded by “trauma-informed care champions”— individuals committed to raising awareness regarding the health effects of trauma and toxic stress and improving care for people who have experienced trauma. This week, the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) invites you to recognize people around you who... Blog Post Program updates from the Illinois ACEs Response Collaborative April 2019 Hello, Welcome to our April newsletter! This month, we are busy making plans for Illinois' inaugural Trauma-Informed Awareness Day coming up on May 15. Find out more about Trauma-Informed Awareness Day and all the great events happening throughout Illinois in this month's newsletter... Blog Post Recap- Virginia Summit On Childhood Trauma And Resilience 4/25/19 On Thursday April 25, 2019 Voices hosted over 950 attendees at the Virginia Summit on Childhood Trauma and Resilience . The goal of the Summit was to connect child-serving professionals and advocates across the Commonwealth to best practices to prevent, and better address, the impacts of childhood adversity. California’s first Surgeon General and well-known ACEs expert, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, provided the keynote address. Both Governor Northam and First Lady Pamela Northam addressed the... Blog Post Recording: Trauma-Informed Policy Making presentation at Alaska State Capitol Last Wednesday, March 13th, I had the opportunity to present a Legislative Lunch and Learn to legislators, legislative staff, administrative staff, and the public in the Alaska State Capitol Building. To a room of ~ 30 - 40 people munching on lunch provided by the Alaska Children's Trust , and broadcast live via Gavel to Gavel (now archived here ), I had the honor to premiere the policymaker version of our History and Hope curriculum. This curriculum, and the policy-maker version, was... Blog Post State and Federal Support of Trauma-Informed Care: Sustaining the Momentum Policymakers increasingly recognize the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences on lifelong physical, emotional, and social health and are beginning to support efforts for incorporating trauma-informed care into the health and social service sectors. This new CHCS blog post looks at how proposed state and federal legislative, regulatory, and contracting policies aim to reduce trauma and toxic stress and promote resiliency and trauma-informed practices. It also explores how federal... Blog Post State Policy Guide on Preventing and Healing Childhood Trauma There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children. --Nelson Mandela, Former President of South Africa Every child needs access to the opportunities that prepare him or her to compete in the changing economies and realities of the 21st century. Unfortunately, for too many children, exposure to violence and traumatic events in the home, school, or community can affect them throughout their entire lives . We are thrilled to release this brand new... Blog Post Funding Trauma-Informed Community Networks - We are #TraumaInformedVA “I know from personal experience that trauma can be life-changing, but I didn’t know that talking about trauma could change my life. And the lives of others,” said Theresa Caldwell, member of the Southside (TICN) Trauma-Informed Community Network , which is supported by the Crater Health District under the leadership of Dr. Alton Hart and Brian Little. The Network works to foster healthy communities through disease prevention and control, health promotion, environmental protection, and... Blog Post Gov. Wolf: Office of Advocacy and Reform Announces Plan to Build a Trauma-Informed Pennsylvania [phila.gov] The Office of Advocacy and Reform (OAR), established by Governor Tom Wolf’s 2019 executive order to protect Pennsylvania’s vulnerable populations, today announced the launch of a volunteer think tank comprised of 25 experts representing a diversity of fields and backgrounds who will develop a plan to make Pennsylvania a trauma-informed state. “The people of Pennsylvania are compassionate, thoughtful and resilient. We take care of each other, and that drive to protect our families and our... Blog Post Governor Declares May 3-9 Resilience Week in Virginia As Greater Richmond SCAN , in collaboration with members from the Greater Richmond Trauma-Informed Community Network and the 26 Trauma-Informed Community Networks across the state , began planning for the first annual Resilience Week Virginia, we certainly did not imagine we would be celebrating in the midst of a global pandemic. We worked to adapt activities and events to be done virtually as it became clear that the week, May 3-9, would take place in the midst of these strange new... Blog Post How Can Massachusetts Become A Trauma Informed State? On Monday, March 2, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Hogan Campus Center at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester Massachusetts state legislators will gather with community partners, families and professionals to learn how gateway cities can lead Massachusetts to becoming a trauma-informed state. To register for this free event, complete the brief form at this link: https://form.jotform.com/DCStraining/building-resilient-communities- Blog Post How to Keep Children's Stress From Turning Into Trauma [nytimes.com] By Stacy Steinberg, The New York Times, May 7, 2020 Children may be processing the disruptions in their lives right now in ways the adults around them do not expect: acting out, regressing, retreating or even seeming surprisingly content. Parents need to know that all of this is normal, experts say, and there are some things we can do to help. “Our natural response to scary things is biologically to release stress hormones,” said Dr. Nadine Burke Harris , a pediatrician and surgeon general... Blog Post "How to talk policy and influence people": a special series of Law and Justice "No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference" is the title of Greta Thunberg's book, which is a compilation of her speeches on the need for urgent action to tackle climate change. One of those speeches is entitled "Together We Are Making a Difference". I had planned to organise an event on the topic of “How to talk policy and influence people” kindly supported by the Cork Education and Training Board in Ireland on the 2nd of April 2020. Unfortunately, the event had to be cancelled due to the... Blog Post Hutchison: First Lady of Oklahoma Visits Duncan for Childhood Trauma Awareness Event The mental health of children was at the forefront of a discussion led by the First Lady of Oklahoma in Duncan today. The event started with a showing of the documentary Resilience, which focuses on studies into how experiencing trauma as a child could negatively impact you as an adult. Those studies centered around a test called the ACE Test, with ACE standing for adverse childhood experiences. That test asks you questions about your childhood, such as if you were ever abused, if you lived... Blog Post [Indiana] Teachers’ group wants mandatory kindergarten, trauma-informed care [wishtv.com] INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana State Teachers Association published its 2018 legislative priority list Thursday, calling on lawmakers to make big changes for Hoosier students and schools next year. The ISTA has 16 wishes for the new year ranging from changing teacher qualifying exams to making kindergarten mandatory. “We are often accused of complaining about a lot of things but never offering solutions,” ISTA President Teresa Meredith said. “We have really been cognizant of solutions. We... Blog Post [Indiana] Teachers, social workers address child trauma in schools [wishtv.com] INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana teachers and mental health experts are advocating for communities to implement mental health programs emphasizing a method called “trauma-informed care” inside schools. “Trauma-informed care started from something called the ‘Adverse Childhood Experience Survey,’ and it shows that childhood experiences affect behavior,” said Stephanie Shene, communications coordinator for the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS). “Instead of ‘kids act badly,’ some... Blog Post Michigan Lawmakers Declare Childhood Trauma a Critical Health Issue [wwmt.com] By Rachel Glaser, WWMT West Michigan, February 13, 2020 Childhood trauma has life-long, wide reaching consequences, according to a study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on adverse childhood experiences, also known as ACEs. In early February, Michigan lawmakers passed a resolution declaring that ACEs a critical health issue. State officials estimated 70% of Michigan adults experienced one ACE before the age of 18. The CDC scores people on a scale of 0-10 for adverse... Blog Post A Message from the President of the Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics Dear Illinois ACE Connection members, Children and families from all demographic and socioeconomic backgrounds in Illinois experience trauma, adversity, and chronic stress. Social determinants such as where we live, work, and play, can further exacerbate positive or negative physical, emotional, and behavioral health issues. The critical factor that determines if a child, family, and/or community can manage trauma, adversity, and chronic stress successfully is resilience : the process by... Blog Post Addressing Childhood Adversity in Schools (edweek.org) We welcome guest author Godwin Higa, Principal, Cherokee Point Elementary School City Heights, San Diego whose work with childhood adversity and trauma is making a difference in the lives of children. At Cherokee Point, located in San Diego's City Heights neighborhood, nearly all of our students deal with some sort of childhood adversity. A hundred percent of our students receive free lunches, and most live under the federal poverty guideline. Many of our students' families face daily... Blog Post Afterschool programs and a trauma-informed approach [Afterschool Alliance] “A trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens must be a part of everything we do.” This statement by Laura Norton-Cruz, Director of the Alaska Resilience Initiative, sums up the key message of last week’s Senate Afterschool Caucus briefing for Congressional staff which focused on “Afterschool Programs and a Trauma-Informed Approach.” On Wednesday, Sept. 11, the Senate Afterschool Caucus* — in partnership with the Afterschool Alliance, Alaska Children’s Trust – Alaska Afterschool Network,... Blog Post Bill On Governor’s Desk Aims To Reduce Childhood Trauma By Diverting Parents Into Treatment, Instead Of Prison [witnessla.com] By Taylor Walker, Witness LA, September 13, 2019 An estimated 10 million US children have parents who are currently locked up, or who have previously been incarcerated. A bill currently on Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk, SB 394, seeks to reduce the number of parents and children separated by incarceration by boosting diversion. Children arguably suffer the worst consequences of mass incarceration. In 2014, a UC Irvine study found that having a parent behind bars can be more damaging to a kid’s... Blog Post California's First Surgeon General: Screen Every Student for Childhood Trauma [nbcnews.com] By Patrice Gaines, NBC News, October 11, 2019 Dr. Nadine Burke Harris has an ambitious dream: screen every student for childhood trauma before entering school. "A school nurse would also get a note from a physician that says: 'Here is the care plan for this child's toxic stress. And this is how it shows up,'" said Burke Harris, who was appointed California's first surgeon general in January. "It could be it shows up in tummy aches. Or it's impulse control and behavior, and we offer a care... Blog Post California’s Surgeon General Readies Statewide Screening for Child Trauma [chronicleofsocialchange.org] By Jeremy Loudenback, Chronicle of Social Change, September 19, 2019 Soon after being appointed California’s first-ever surgeon general, Nadine Burke Harris took off on a barnstorming tour across the state to talk about adverse childhood experiences and toxic stress, an issue she calls “the biggest public health crisis facing California today.” Before the pediatrician was appointed to her position in January by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), Harris had founded and led the Center for Youth Wellness,... Blog Post Campaign for Trauma Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP) Recognized by APA! Less then 5 years ago long-time trauma informed advocates, Sandra Bloom, MD and Andrea Blanch, PhD, brought together a small group of similarly-minded folks to talk about forming a new national organization focused on trauma informed policy and practice. Months later the Campaign for Trauma Informed Policy and Practice CTIPP was born. In May of 2019, CTIPP was selected by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) to receive its Distinguished Service Award for meritorious service to the... Blog Post CARES Act Funding: Opportunity for Trauma-Informed Programs in Indian Country [natlawreview.com] By Daniel S Press, The National Law Review, May 11, 2020 There will be many demands on the funds that Tribes and Local Education Agencies (LEAs) receive from the $2.2 trillion U.S. Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, but allocating funds to implement trauma-informed programs to address the surge in mental health problems caused by COVID-19 should not be overlooked. As quarantines end, the trauma caused by COVID-19 will become apparent and tribal communities will be... Blog Post Childhood Trauma is Tied to Health Risks, but Michigan Doctors Don't Ask [bridgemi.com] By Ted Roelofs, Bridge, December 13, 2019 By now, the medical evidence is clear: Childhood trauma can have profound effects on physical and mental health. Even so, Michigan physicians like Timothy Kval remain all too rare. Working out of a Muskegon clinic, Kval evaluates more than a patient’s symptoms, blood pressure readings and cholesterol scores. He also screens adult patients for past traumatic events like physical abuse, neglect, domestic violence in the home or the loss of a parent... Comment Re: What are ACEs? State summit examines connection between childhood trauma and mental health (Tennessean.com) Powerful article here and the underlying reason why the ACE study which is almost 25 years old should be part of our mainstream Behavioral Healthcare Community for use in the treatment of Addiction and it's Co-occurring disorders! Comment Re: California's First Surgeon General: Screen Every Student for Childhood Trauma [nbcnews.com] Can anyone speak to the details of how this will be rolled out, how resources will be allocated? Based on number of ACEs? Weighting of ACEs based on type, number of occurrence of an ACE, etc.? How are the resources paid for? Comment Re: California's First Surgeon General: Screen Every Student for Childhood Trauma [nbcnews.com] I have the highest respect for Dr. Harris and her leadership within our trauma-informed movement. As the original "ACEs 10" has now awaken us to widen our scope to include those systemic injustices, race, poverty, LGBTQ+, indigenous, etc.; would any of these be included in these screeners? Comment Re: Governor Declares May 3-9 Resilience Week in Virginia SCAN and GRITICN has done an excellent job with this project. Thanks for sharing your success. Comment Re: Gov. Wolf: Office of Advocacy and Reform Announces Plan to Build a Trauma-Informed Pennsylvania [phila.gov] The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the mindset of many in that they are now realizing the significance of trauma informed care. Comment Re: Michigan Lawmakers Declare Childhood Trauma a Critical Health Issue [wwmt.com] The World Health Organization's ACE screening tool has two 'types' of ACEs (Adverse Community Environments and Adverse Childhood Experiences- which may address the diagnostic construct an Epidemiologist who presented in 2000, at [then Dartmouth, now] Geisel Medical School 'Grand Rounds': "52% of Detroit Metropolitan Area Schoolchildren met the DSM-IV criteria for PTSD". Michigan Legislators seem to have recognized aspects of that epidemic - if 70% of Michigan's Adults have "at least one... Blog Post Massachusetts Prepares for Children's Mental Health Needs During Covid Months into the pandemic, we know the Covid-19 virus doesn’t just pose a threat to our physical health: it has serious repercussions for our individual and collective mental health too. Given ACEs Connection members’ interest in trauma-informed initiatives that support the needs of children, the Massachusetts Childhood Trauma Task Force (CTTF) wants to share its recent report on Covid-19 and children’s mental health. Blog Post Alive and Well: Moving Missouri Toward Grass-Roots and System-Wide Change On the eastern edge of Missouri, leaders of the Alive and Well network had generated a robust media campaign to help people understand the impact of trauma and toxic stress on health and well-being. There was a monthly column in an African-American newspaper, spots about toxic stress and resilience on urban radio stations and weekly public service features on the NBC affiliate, with physicians, clergy and teachers advocating ways to “be alive and well.” Two hundred and fifty miles to the... Blog Post Investing in Community Resilience Webinar: Advocating for Trauma-Informed Policy and Systems Change Building on the Foundation’s Trauma-Informed Philanthropy series, we are pleased to present a 10-month learning series, Investing in Community Resilience . This series, presented in partnership with the Scattergood Foundation, will provide vital information to funders and cooperative extension professionals for developing trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches in their work. Please join us for the sixth and final webinar in the series, Advocating for Trauma-Informed Policy and Systems... Blog Post Preventing and Addressing Trauma Trainings in Alabama The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention received a grant from the Alabama Department of Mental Health in July and partnered with the Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers to provide 23 virtual training on Strengthening Families™- Preventing and Addressing Trauma in the months of August and September. The one-day training session was upbeat and interactive. At the end of the day, participants had a broader understanding of the long-term effects of ACEs and... Blog Post April 2021 CTIPP CAN Call Follow Up Thank you to everyone who was able to join this month's CTIPP CAN call, and a special thank you to Dan Jurman, Dave Ellis, Commissioner Christine Beyer, and Angela Medrano Sanchez for their wonderful and informative presentations about the work in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. We learned about strategies that have proven effective for launching statewide trauma-informed initiatives. If you were unable to join, would like to watch again, or want to share with others, you can find the call... Blog Post May 19th CTIPP CAN Call: How to Determine if Your Organization is Trauma-Informed The May 19th CTIPP CAN call will address a critical question that many organizations are increasingly asking themselves - "How do we determine where on the spectrum my organization sits in regard to becoming fully trauma-informed, and what more can we be doing to become trauma-informed?" Our presenters are experts who have developed or are applying different tools for evaluating and providing answers to these questions. May 19th, 2-3:30pm ET/11am-12:30pm PT - How to Determine if Your... Blog Post June 2021 CTIPP CAN Call Follow Up We appreciate everyone who joined the June CTIPP CAN call and a special thank you to Donna Manuelito from the San Carlos Apache Unified Public School District, Ann Mahi and Jason Roberts from the Nanakuli-Waianae School Complex, Godwin Higa from the Cherokee Point Elementary School, Guy Stephens from the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint, and Melissa McGinn from the Virginia Trauma-Informed Community Networks. The link to the call recording is here , which we encourage you to watch... Blog Post VA TICNs Community Conversations with First Lady and Children's Cabinet Begin Today in Northern Virginia The trauma-informed community networks of Virginia ( VA TICNs ) are hosting Community Conversations with First Lady Pamela Northam and members of the Children’s Cabinet as part of the First Lady’s Road to Resilience Tour throughout the Commonwealth in October. Network representatives will have the opportunity to share examples of resilience in their communities, as well as needs relating to children, families, and the workforce amidst the ongoing trauma of the pandemic. The conversations... Blog Post The Federal Budget is a Statement of Our Values. Thanks to You, It's Beginning to Look More Trauma-Informed. The Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP) reflects on progress made in the recently-passed Fiscal Year 2022 budget and the fight ahead in FY23. Congress passes appropriations legislation annually to fund the federal government, including federal agencies and their programs for businesses and local governments. Each year, funding levels are subject to change: while new programs begin and others grow, some shrink or are cut altogether. CTIPP is working toward a society that...	https://www.pacesconnection.com/g/state-aces-action-group/search/tag/470249526647292197
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I like breaking my pastels into two pieces (or even three depending on the brand). For me there are a few advantages to breaking them.... Recycling Pastel Dust Into New Sticks The dust that falls into your easel tray can be used to make new pastels! Homemade pastels are a pretty easy project, and best of all... How-To Make A Dust Catcher Here's how to make a dust catcher for your easel using aluminium foil: Use a piece of foil that's slightly longer than the bottom edge of... How-To Make A Color Swatch Chart When it comes to using pastels, I'm a big believer in two things: Removing the labels from pastels that come with them, and breaking up... How To Start Painting With Pastel-Tips For Building A Palette Since you can't mix different colored pastels together to make a new color, having a well-rounded palette is super important. Here are my... Painting Snow- Color Palette Snow is like a mirror, it reflects the colors around it. Direct light on snow is very warm with a peach or golden tone, shadows are cool,...	https://www.megbandarra.com/blog-1/categories/how-to-s
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One in three people with acid reflux develop esophagitis as reported by AstraZeneca, the makers of Nexium. Esophagitis, inflammation of the esophagus, illustrates one of the many effects of acid reflux, a digestive disease in which stomach acid backs into the esophagus. Also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux has a haunting nature as it leaves behind a wide-range of serious medical effects that develop in the long-run. They include bronchospasm (spasm of the bronchial muscles due to acid), stricture (narrowing of the esophagus after inflammation leads to scarring), chronic cough, hoarseness, and dental damage. Two major effects of acid reflux, erosive esophagitis and esophageal cancer, are explored. Erosive Esophagitis Erosive esophagitis occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus causing it to swell and erode. Its symptoms include the following: - Heartburn - Difficult or painful swallowing - Sore throat - Hoarseness Doctors detect erosive esophagitis with the following methods: - Endoscopy: occurs when a patient swallows a thin tube that contains a camera at the end, which flows into the esophagus and the stomach. - Upper GI Series (Barium Swallow X-Ray): occurs when a patient drinks 16-20 ounces of chalky liquid containing barium. Barium is detected by a fluoroscopy x-ray that displays the manner in which it flows through the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This x-ray lasts between three to six hours. - Needle Biopsy: occurs when a needle is used to remove tissue from the esophagus with the aide of a CT scan or ultrasound x-ray. Esophageal Cancer Esophageal cancer occurs when a malignant tumor develops in the esophagus. It is most common in men over 50 years of age in the U.S. The two types of esophageal cancer include squamous cell carcinoma, a result of smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol, and adenocinomarca, cancer of the epithelium tissues that line the glands. Adenocarcinoma is caused by a prior aftereffect of long-term acid reflux called Barrett’s esophagus: development of abnormal changes (metaplasia) in the cells of the lower esophagus that is not curable with anti-reflux surgery. Adenocarcinoma results in the following symptoms: - Vomiting of blood (hematemesis) - Chest pain (not caused by eating) - Difficulty swallowing (dyphagia) - Regurgitation Doctors detect esophageal cancer by the following methods: - Upper GI Series (Barium Swallow X-Ray) - Endoscopy - Needle Biopsy: reveals whether intestinal cells are on esophageal tissue. - PET scan: reveals stage of cancer and whether surgery is possible. - Chest MRI: determines stage of cancer. - Esophagogastroduodenoscopy: occurs when a 5-20 mm flexible endoscope (small camera) is inserted into a patient’s esophagus to examine the lining. It is performed after administration of a sedating analgesic or painkiller and an anesthetic. The endoscope passes through the esophagus to the stomach and small intestine. An important concept to take away is that the effects of acid reflux worsen when left untreated. The medication Nexium is commonly taken to treat erosive esophagitis. Another option is having Fundoplication surgery that reduces acid reflux by strengthening the lower esophageal sphincter. For more information on the effects of acid reflux be sure to contact Reflux Remedy at refluxremedy.com today! Filed under Acid Reflux by admin January 10, 2011 Erosive Esophagitis There are specific erosive things that can cause you to have inflammation, swelling and irritation of your esophagus (throat). The most common erosive thing that can cause esophagitis is acid reflux. Acid reflux is the main cause of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is like heart burn on steroids! The erosive nature of digestive acids does severe damage to your more sensitive throat (esophagus) lining. Esophagitis is one of the first symptoms that can lead to throat cancer. If the cause of your acid reflux isn’t discovered the damage to your esophagus will eventually cause a mutation in your throat cells. That’s correct; your throat cells will actually mutate to become more like your stomach cells. This is an amazing feat of self preservation by your body/mind’s own automatic healing process. Hopefully you find a natural remedy for your erosive esophagitis before it gets that bad. The trick to healing erosive esophagitis is to remove the cause of the inflammation, which in most cases is from your acid reflux. Here are 5 things that can also trigger the symptoms of erosive esophagitis such as: 1. Pharmaceuticals 2. Vomiting 3. Herpes 4. Candida 5. Immune imbalance You should suspect you have erosive esophagitis if you have difficulty swallowing or feel pain in your throat. If something was stuck in your throat you can expect the same symptoms of erosive esophagitis to develop. So if you take a lot of pills make sure you help them go down with some water. If you have blood in your vomit you need to see a doctor immediately. Even if your stools are dark or tar-like you most likely have blood in your stools from the erosive esophagitis. In either case see a doctor immediately. Some of the procedures doctors use to find out if you suffer from erosive esophagitis are: - Endoscopy: Using a camera to directlt view inside your esophagus - Biopsy: Cutting out a sample of your esophagus tissue. - Culture: Taking a sample with a swab, without cutting your esophagus - Barium X-Rays: Using a radioactive dye that enhanced the X-Ray photos. Depending how bad your erosive esophagitis is determines how doctors will treat your symptoms. It’s not unusual for them to use Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), antibiotics, steroids and pain medication. Always look into discovering the cause of your erosive esophagitis, don’t just treat the symptoms . . . eliminate the cause and your throat will heal naturally given time. You were born to heal,	http://blog.refluxremedy.com/tag/erosive-esophagitis/
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The Exchange is committed to being a valuable member networking organization for the wealth and investment management industry. VISION To create focused and engaging opportunities for member networking in multiple formats so that members can interact on industry-related topics; collaborate on tips, tricks, and best practices; and interact with and channel feedback to industry service providers. HISTORY Founded in 1998, AUG is the product of a strong desire a dedicated group of investment professionals had to bring people together in an independent forum to connect, collaborate and share solutions. At that time, the mission included communicating members' software needs back to Advent Software©. Today, AUG remains committed to leveraging its collective voice with industry vendors while fostering a spirit of collaboration within the investment management community. 1996 The Exchange Bylaws - contain details of the organization's purpose, membership eligibility, and elections. Copies are available here to review or download.	https://augtheexchange.org/page/AboutUs
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Quattro Fontanili is one of many Villanovan cemeteries in the periphery of Veii in South Etruria. Unlike the others, however, it has been well excavated and was quickly published, thus providing archaeologists an excellent opportunity to focus on the operation of social mechanisms in a past society. In this article the much debated transition from cremation to inhumation is viewed in the light of strategies of social dorninance. In the 9th century BC everyone in Quattro Fontanili was cremated. At the beginning of the 8th century BC inhumation started to appear and soon became the dominant rite. This transition was accompanied by a sudden growth in the quantity and diversity of grave goods, suggesting intense social competition. Its sharp contrast with the preceding era probably indicates the operation of a burial ideology disguising incipient hierarchisation in the 9th century BC. Female burials were much more innovative than male ones, which rigidly adhered to tradition. It therefore comes as no surprise that the first inhumations were female. The introduction of this new rite had far-reaching consequences for the appraisal of cremation. At one stroke this became the burial mode of the ancestors, thus playing a key role in the struggle for power. Influential members of the community succeeded in claiming cremation as their privilege. Moreover, statistical evidence of the rate of plundering shows, that in contrast to other burials, the location of cremation graves was clearly marked on the surface, possibly by a small tumulus or a stone. The intimate bond with the past expressed by cremation helped justify an elevated social position. Only at the end of the 8th century BC, when a new hierarchy had established itself firmly, did the elite decide to abolish cremation altogether. :download pdf: Death, ornament, and the individual in Geometric Athens The development of Athenian funerary customs from the Sub-Mycenaean to Late Geometric periods indicate a relationship between the funerary vase as a local product, the dead in the graves, and the increasing individualization in Athenian society. This relationship is visible in grave form and content in the Kerameikos in Athens, but especially so in the decoration applied to the funerary vase. This article is focused on that decoration and addresses the increasing complexity of geometric design as well as the increase of surface area occupied by design; this is then set against the backdrop of the increasing social stress in Athenian society in order to arrive at a plausible explanation for this phenomenon. :download pdf: Hut urns: imitations or symbols? Traditionally, the Iron Age hut urns from Latium are considered to be imitations of domestic architecture. A reexamination of the architectural characteristics of hut urns and of their funeral setting demonstrates that hut urns are rather conventionalized funeral symbols. :download pdf: The image of self-killing in antiquity The present article is an expansion of chapter 5D ‘The image of self-killing’ in the author’s general study From Autothanasia to Suicide. Self-killing in Classical Antiquity, Routledge, London 1990. 57 out of the 70 representations discussed here concern the use of weapons as tools to put an end to one’s life. The percentage of 81 % is strikingly higher than the share of 40% of 960 cases found in the literary sources. Ajax was the model of heroic suicide, as is proven by his dominating presence in the picture: he already accounts for 38 of all 70 recorded instances. On the other hand, hanging is under-represented among the images of self-killing. This observation fits well with the evidence from the literary sources presenting self-hanging as an utmost degrading and cowardly way out. In this way iconography confirms the view that in ancient shame society suicide was preferably seen as a deliberate act of manly volition. :download pdf: Toys from children’s graves. Death as a source of life. The investigation of Greek and Roman children’s graves, including gravestones and sarcophagi, makes it possible to identify certain gravegoods as toys. Found in their original context, these playthings provide us with information about age, sex, and status of the buried child. These results form an important addition to what was already known from written sources and non-funerary art; because of their premature death, we can acquire a clear image of the daily life of these children in Antiquity. The different aspects of studying the child by means of researching complete gravecontents are here illustrated by examples taken mainly from the Athenian Kerameikos. The long period in which this cemetery was in use, and its fairly complete excavation and publication, give an excellent opportunity to work on groups of gravegoods containing toys. :download pdf: Mortality and mentality. Some remarks on an archaeology of death Archaeologists have made much use of graves and grave inventories in order to investigate the variation of social statuses and richness within past societies. In addition, the study of graves and grave gifts may shed light on the way the living are aware of their own mortality. This awareness generates a complex set of unconscious collective attitudes, acts, ritual, taboos and rules. The history of mentalities, and specifically the studies by Vovelle and Ariès, offers a perspective for a more complete archeological study of death through a vertical history of death, which consists of three levels. This perspective includes the study of demographic evidence, the actual rituals, the collective discourse of death, and changes in each of these levels. Many archaeological studies have been directed towards the first two levels, while the ideological and cognitive aspect of the way a society deals with death is not yet fully developed. By making use of the theories and methods of the French history of mentalities archaeologists can gain much deeper insights in the long-term processes of the cognitive aspects of part societies. Because of their universal character and the long history of attention given to them by archaeologists, graves are one of the best suited sources for a study of mentality within an archaeological perspective. :download pdf: recensies Male or female? A methodological study of grave gifts as sex-indicators in Iron Age burials from Athens :download pdf: Excavations at Franchthi Cave, Greece :download pdf: Bronze Age seals in their middle phase (ca. 1700-1550 BC :download pdf: Architecture and order. Approaches to social space :download pdf:	https://tijdschrift.mediterrane-archeologie.nl/tma13/
White Paper 6, Special Education Needs: Building an Inclusive Education System (WP6) is a national policy document introduced in 2001 to establish a system where learners with disabilities are able to learn alongside their peers with appropriate supports. WP6 proposed a 20-year trajectory to implement inclusive education across South Africa. Qualitative improvement of special schools for the learners that they serve and their phased conversion to resource centres. These resource centres should provide professional support to neighbourhood schools and be integrated into District‑Based Support Teams. Overhauling the process of identifying, assessing and enrolling learners in special schools. Replacement of this process with one that acknowledges the central role played by educators, lecturers and parents. Mobilisation of children and young people of school age with disabilities who are out-of-school. Designation and phased conversion of approximately 500 out of 20,000 mainstream primary schools to full-service schools. General orientation and introduction of management, governing bodies and professional staff within mainstream education to the inclusive model. Targeted early identification of the range of diverse learning needs and intervention in the Foundation Phase. Establishing District-Based Support Teams to provide a co-ordinated professional support service. The service should draw on expertise in further and higher education and local communities and target special schools and specialised settings, designated full-service and other primary schools and educational institutions. The launch of a national advocacy and information programme in support of the inclusion model. The programme should focus on the roles, responsibilities and rights of all learning institutions, parents and local communities. It should highlight the focal programmes and report on their progress. In October 1996, a National Commission on Special Needs in Education and Training and the National Committee on Education Support Services were established to investigate and make recommendations on all aspects of special needs and support services in education and training in South Africa. Specialised education and support have predominantly been provided for a small percentage of learners with disabilities within ‘special’ schools and classes. Where provided, specialised education and support were provided on a racial basis, with the best human, physical and material resources reserved for white learners. Most learners with disability have either fallen outside the system or been ‘mainstreamed by default’. The curriculum and education system as a whole have generally failed to respond to the diverse needs of the learner population, resulting in massive numbers of drop-outs, push-outs and failures. While some attention has been given to the schooling phase with regard to ‘special needs and support’, the other levels or bands of education have been seriously neglected. The joint report of the two bodies recommended that the education and training system should promote education for all. It should foster the development of inclusive and supportive centres of learning that would enable all learners to participate actively in the education process, so that they could develop and extend their potential and participate as equal members of society. developing funding strategies that ensure redress for historically disadvantaged communities and institutions, sustainability and – ultimately – access to education for all learners. Based on the recommendations in the joint report, the Department of Basic Education released a Consultative Paper (Department of Education, Consultative Paper No. 1 on Special Education: Building an Inclusive Education and Training System. 30 August 1999). The submissions and feedback from social partners and the wider public were collated and informed the writing of WP6. WP6 outlines what inclusive education and training systems are and how South Africa intends to build them, providing a framework and key steps for implementation. The Policy on Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS). Transformation of the entire education system to effectively and efficiently respond to and support learners, parents and communities by removing barriers to learning and participation in the education system. In 2019, South Africa is 18 years into the projected 20-year implementation plan for the WP6. Although progress has not been achieved as envisioned in 2001, some elements have been achieved to encourage inclusive education systems in South Africa. The establishment of a protocol with the Department of Social Development (DSD) and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) ensures that all children with an identity number and receiving a child support grant attend school. The establishment of the Learner Unit Record Information and Tracking System (LURITS) to facilitate the tracking and monitoring of children within the school system. The development and introduction of the new learning programme for children with profound disabilities: the National Curriculum Statement Grade R–5 for Learners with Severe Intellectual Disability. This is currently being incrementally introduced in 177 special schools. 285 special schools are stronger by means of training and resource provision since 2001. 80 special schools have been converted into resource centres. The implementation of the Policy on Screening, Identification, Assessment and Support (SIAS), which provides a tool for assessment of all children, especially those within care centres, to find appropriate schools for placement. The SIAS Policy was developed to respond to the needs of all learners, especially those who are vulnerable. It was developed over 10 years in consultation with a wide number of stakeholders, including organisations for people with disabilities. SIAS aims to provide a policy framework for identification, assessment and support for all learners who require additional support to realise their right to participation and inclusion in the education system. The policy includes directives on how to plan, budget and provide support at all education levels. to develop a support programme to address the impact of these barriers. SIAS is structured to ensure that all educational staff understand the support needs of learners, to enable beneficial learning to take place. It provides a process for identifying learner needs at home and school and establishes the type and extent of support required at different levels. The policy is designed as a set of forms and identifies the roles and responsibilities of educators, managers, District-Based Support Teams and parents/caregivers. To date, the progressive rollout of the SIAS Policy has reached 83,020 teachers from 23,840 schools. Across South Africa, 4,215 officials have been trained on the use of SIAS and the document is freely available online. Completed for all learners at admission and at the beginning of each phase. Any areas marked with * indicate that the next stage should begin. If the support is not sufficient, the educator makes a referral to the School-Based Support Team (SBST), which then completes the SNA 2 form. An action plan is put in place where the support is strengthened. The SNA 3 form guides the District-Based Support Team (DBST) in designing a more in-depth action plan, which spells out the support package and includes planning, budgeting, resource and service provision (e.g. speech therapy), training and counselling for parents/caregivers and monitoring of the plan. The policy was approved in 2014 and WP6 projected a 20-year implementation plan. The policy is a processing tool for early identification of individual school, learner and teacher support needs. It ensures that all children of school age experiencing barriers to learning, including those with disabilities, have reasonable access to inclusive, quality, free, primary and secondary education on an equal basis with other young people in the communities in which they live. It helps schools to work out and make provision for all additional support needs. It assists the District-Based Support Team in determining support requirements for the school, circuit and district as a whole and enables them to plan and budget for their most effective delivery. The DBSTs took a long time to respond to School-Based Support Teams’ requests for additional support. Once a package of support was decided on, it was not possible to implement it immediately, so support provision needed to be carefully planned and organised. The use of the forms by teachers to request support for a learner was a challenge. Digitising the policy to be an accredited online training programme for teachers, officials and parents. Including parents in the training in schools.	http://inclusive-education-in-action.org/case-study/south-african-inclusive-education-policy
There are obstacles abound in back-office automation – so how do you tackle them? In the back-offices of banks and asset managers around the world, there are multiple functional entities and processes which, in time, have grown separately and developed their own bottlenecks. The 21st century has exacerbated the need for excellent customer experiences and meeting the regulatory burden, in a way that many existing back-office setups were never prepared for. For example, jumping from one system to another causes a fragmented audit trail and hampers automation which in turn is an obstacle for a smooth customer experience. Improve efficiency and customer experience beyond 50% Manual operations commonly suffer from: - Human errors, misunderstandings, and lost information, - Inaccuracy of data, - Hours spent clearly red tape, instead of servicing customers, - Impossible monitoring and reporting processes, - Lack of audit trail, - Frequent inconveniences to stakeholders, - Missed deadlines. The third obstacle is the lack of internal capabilities, different agendas, or priority misunderstandings between the local IT departments, business stakeholders, and external IT vendors. Instead of maintaining the traditional internal-looking approach, IT departments must adapt to the new age: product vendors or business units are not able to implement systems on their own. The current age requires new kinds of skills: IT experts should be able to work seamlessly and speak the same language with business and operations, run agile projects, and be able to choose and implement the right solutions (or, if necessary, develop in-house). It is, still, all about people and IT working together. The most common obstacles to back-office automation McKinsey&Co published research that exposed the most common obstacles to using automation effectively in the Back-Office. The first is that companies rarely have a proper understanding of all the processes and workflows within their back-office. For too long the priorities have been in enabling growth or launching new products and services – by adding layer upon layer of technology – to “patch” issues with existing systems, without having a proper system support. Second, the above-mentioned reasons, along with regulatory changes and mergers and acquisitions in the company history may have fed an illegible IT architecture to their employees. This has led to complex, multistage, and multi-system processes which are difficult to automate. It does not support growth in long-term. Streamlining and digitizing back-office processes is necessary for companies that wish to stay on top of the game in this new environment. Technology can help in both automating processes (such as digitizing workflows and supporting decision-making) as well as managing procedures that must be carried out manually. According to McKinsey&Co, a significant opportunity exists in increasing the levels of automation in back-offices. By taking a full advantage of this approach, companies could improve their efficiency and customer experience beyond 50%. How to get started? In the middle of this clutter it can be confusing to find a starting point, but as you strip it down, it is just a matter of prioritisation – putting some work hours of the relevant people to the task. In these kinds of projects, it is important to enable cross-team cooperation. Involve experts from IT, business, and operations, but also from top management. Start off by mapping your processes, which creates a digital roadmap. To exemplify, a large universal bank started by mapping and categorizing their 900+ end-to-end processes into three ideal states: fully automated, partially automated, and (lean) manual. Another bank used pretty much the same three categories, but classified the end-to-end processes by using four tests that determined the following: - Is the process too complex to automate (eg deal origination and structuring)? - Do regulations require human intervention (eg the financial-review process)? - Is the process self-sufficient, or is it dependent on multiple customer or third-party interactions? - Do manual touch points within the process add value to the customer relationship? These questions help you to get started. You can edit them to be more suitable to your needs, or even come up with your own metrics. After mapping all the processes into categories, it is easier to start off the digitization process with a set of related processes. Instead of doing everything at once, this kind of an approach brings you various benefits: it is easier to implement and ensure that everything has gone well, the success (or failure) is easier to notice and measure, and you are not too engaged into the new system if it for some reason does not work for the intended purpose. Despite the one-at-a-time approach, if the solution turns out to be successful, an ideal situation is that it would also support the digitization and automation of other processes. This would enable bringing everything into one platform, step-by-step, to avoid the system change and process redesign hitting the company like a ton of bricks. Why take everything into one platform? Typically, multiple tasks in back-offices (and throughout front-offices and end clients) are conducted in different systems. This division does not support efficiency for three reasons: - First of all, maintaining multiple systems and integrating them generates extra costs. - Second, when tasks are spread into multiple systems, automating processes and information flow is difficult. - Finally, the probability of errors increases due to data differences or defects between the multiple systems on the instrument, transaction, or customer level. Staying compliant in the current regulatory environment is also an issue: you lack a proper audit trail that covers the whole process, you are exposed to human error, and you face difficulties in following customer-specific strategies and restrictions. Multiple outdated systems erode the profitability of investing. To achieve efficiency, a high level of process integration and automation is crucial. This is a problem we want to address by bringing the entire back-office into a single system. Having everything in a single system eases process automation, reduces manual work, and ensures data accuracy with audit trails. When you don’t need to maintain multiple systems and transfer data between them, you can focus on more important aspects of your business and free resources from IT. Thanks to the team at Bob’s Guide for this article – for the original see here: https://www.bobsguide.com/guide/news/2018/Sep/24/easing-legacy-bottlenecks-automating-the-back-office/ To read more about back-office solutions, why not read our article on what to look for when choosing the best back-office optimisation software?	https://getnextopx.com/easing-legacy-bottlenecks/
EDMONTON—Several Inuk artists are boycotting the Indigenous Music Awards over concerns about cultural appropriation of Inuit throat singing. Tanya Tagaq, Tiffany Ayalik, and Kayley Inuksuk Mackay (who perform as PIQSIQ), Kathleen Ivaluarjuk Merritt (who performs as IVA), and Kelly Fraser have all posted messages on social media saying they would not support, submit music to or perform at the Indigenous Music Awards, which takes place in Winnipeg on May 17. PIQSIQ has pulled its album Altering the Timeline from the awards, which is nominated for best electronic album, while Tagaq said she would not be attending or performing at the awards. Fraser, from Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, told Star Edmonton that she and the other artists asked the Indigenous Music Awards to remove an album by a non-Inuit artist that includes throat singing and is nominated in the best folk album category. She declined to name the artist. She says the request was ignored. “For more than a month we’ve been in contact trying to ask them to remove the album because of cultural appropriation. Even though we’re all Indigenous doesn’t mean someone who is not Inuk can take from our culture and make money off it,” Fraser said. She said her frustration is more directed at the Indigenous Music Awards than the artist. “It’s not about the artist, it’s about the fact that the Indigenous Music Awards are allowing this, and are so unconcerned with this cultural appropriation,” she said. She says a non-Inuk artist incorporating throat singing into her music takes away from Inuk artists and is disrespectful to Inuit culture. “She doesn’t know what throat singing means … She’s making mimicking noises and it’s disrespectful,” Fraser said. The Yellowknife-raised sisters behind PIQSIQ said in an interview their decision was spurred by the IMA’s nomination of a non-Inuit artist who performs throat singing, which they view as an “insensitive” appropriation of their culture. Mackay and Ayalik said they wanted to focus on the broader issue of appropriation between Indigenous groups. “In cultural practices like throat singing, which were just about extinct and are now in a creative reclamation, there’s so much context that’s lost if it’s appropriated rather than collaborated with,” Mackay said by phone from Sudbury, Ont. A spokesman for the IMAs did not provide comment Monday. Ayalik emphasized that there are vast variations between Indigenous cultures, even in communities as close as 50 kilometres apart, and each deserves to be respected. “We aren’t all one big group; and just as distinct as Scottish culture is from Norwegian culture, we’re just as different between Indigenous groups.” The awards ceremony is set to be held in Winnipeg on May 17 as part of the annual Manito Ahbee Festival.	https://www.thestar.com/entertainment/music/2019/04/01/tanya-tagaq-others-boycott-indigenous-music-awards-over-cultural-appropriation-concerns.html
(Yale University, New Haven, CT) This year’s Third Annual Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program’s (“YIPAP”) Young Native Storyteller Festival was a resounding success full of laughter, tears, applause, and an appreciation for the incredible wealth of talent our youth in Indian country possess. The three-day festival held at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, was the culmination of a national contest that accepted applications from young Native playwrights, dancers, poets, and musicians. On Saturday, May 5, students, faculty, and community members packed into the Off-Broadway Theater at Yale University to witness the performances of this year’s winners. “I knew the winners of this year’s contest were talented, but I was not prepared for the power each of their performances until I witnessed them in person on May 5,” stated Mary Kathryn Nagle, YIPAP’s Executive Director. The evening began with Teanna Hart (Sicangu Lakota) who read her poem titled “Visit to the Wounded Knee Massacre Site,” a poem that unpacks the history of Wounded Knee and the continued survival of her people. YIPAP Associate Director, Reed Bobroff reflected on the piece, “Teanna’s poem captures moments of the Wounded Knee Massacre that continue to live at the memorial that she feels at the site. Though the space is so shrouded in pain, Teanna recognizes that her life is a triumph over the genocide and she carries these ancestors with her as she continues to exist, resist, and flourish.” The Judges who selected Teanna as a finalist all agreed she is a gifted writer with a very bright future in any form of creative expression she chooses to pursue. Next, the audience witnessed a musical performance by Vonica LaPlante, who played two songs on her saxophone, titled “Grand Entry” (an original composition) and “The Swan.” Winning this award is just the latest in a string of awards bestowed upon Vonica, including recent awards in music (chorus, band and saxophone), as well as speech and drama competitions. Vonica was recently named one of the United National Indian Tribal Youth’s 25 under 25 leaders. “Vonica is an incredibly accomplished young woman,” stated Nagle. “Everyone here at Yale is watching to see where she goes next. We know she will do great, important work with her amazing talents.” The audience then listened as Zooey White (Ogalala Lakota) performed her poem “When the Cop Aimed at Me,” a powerful poem that reveals the personal realities of the continued police violence that Natives continue to face, and survive, today in the United States. “It was amazing to see how Zooey’s presence affected the performance of her poem; her delivery, poise, and confidence brought her words to life on stage,” commented Kelly Fayard, the Dean of the Native American Cultural Center at Yale (“NACC”). “While she was exploring the heavy topic of poverty and police violence and harassment in Native communities, the piece was beautifully written and beautifully performed. Policing in Native communities is not new, but Zooey brought a contemporary voice to this issue, including a much needed centering of indigenous experiences.” The student performances concluded with Charlize Arcoren (Sicangu Lakota), an incredibly talented dancer who performed the fancy shawl dance. Charlize was among the dancers who traveled from St. Francis Indian School to Cannonball, North Dakota, to dance for President Obama on June 13, 2014. “Charlize’s performance was beautiful and moving,” relayed Yale History Professor Ned Blackhawk. “It evoked the origins of the dance movement known as fancy shawl which has become among the most popular young women’s dance styles in Indian Country. What I found particularly interesting about her performance was her inclusion of a single drummer’s voice as opposed to a larger drum group. The beautiful simplicity of her dance in tandem with a single voice and drum reminded us how such dance possesses the deepest of origins as among this continent’s most enduring forms of creative expression.” Last and far from least, the audience enjoyed a staged reading of the award-winning play The First Annual Meeting of the F.A.S. Support Group by Everett George (Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe). “Everett’s play truly packs a punch,” stated Nagle. “He tackles heavy issues related to alcohol and the trauma it has brought to our tribal communities. His play asks deep and important questions about who holds the responsibility for this trauma, questions that we must ask to truly bring about the healing our communities need.” Everett has displayed a true talent for playwriting, as dramaturg and director Jocelyn Clarke noted, “Everett storytelling is urgent and dramatic as it tackles challenging themes head on with wise-eyed intelligence and warm humor.” Earlier in the week, the Festival featured readings by more seasoned Native writers, including Reed Adair Bobroff (Navajo Nation) and Ryan Redcorn (Osage Nation). On Thursday, May 3, 2018, Jocelyn Clarke led a rehearsal and a staged reading of Reed’s play A Fraction of Love. “We were blessed to have another opportunity to workshop the Festival’s very first winner, A Fraction of Love, which won our inaugural contest in 2015,” stated Nagle. “It was wonderful to see his play continue to advance in its development, and we are all very excited to see where Reed will take it next.” A Fraction of Love follows the story of various Navajo Nation citizens as they face major life decisions regarding career and love in a world where these decisions determine whether their children will ultimately be citizens of their Nation. Director and dramaturg Jocelyn Clarke reflected that “Reed’s play offers complicated characters who promise to grow richer and deeper as he continues to develop it further.” On Friday, May 4, 2018, Jocelyn Clarke led a rehearsal and a staged reading of Ryan’s new screenplay, I Hate You Jimmie Bacon Iron. “Ryan’s screenplay manages to be laugh-out-loud funny and deadly serious as events take wonderfully unexpected turns for the weird and strange – I can’t wait to see it on the big screen.” “Ryan’s screenplay is hilarious, fun, and poignant,” Nagle stated. “Through humor and wit, he deconstructs and examines white appropriation of Osage culture through the eyes of an un-assuming Osage hero, Jimmie Bacon Iron. At a time when white America is just beginning to wake up to the horror that is the historic and systemic appropriation of Native identity—and the simultaneous erasure of actual Native peoples and their Nations—his work is highly relevant and critical to the national dialogue.” Many thanks to Greg Buzzard (YLS ’18) and Dean Kelly Fayard of the Native American Cultural Center; without their help the entire Festival would not have been possible. The Festival brought numerous (nearly twenty) Native artists from many corners of Turtle Island to Yale University for four days of intensive work on new Native theatrical and cinematic works, and this created many opportunities for Native artists to interact with Native students. “Having so many indigenous actors, writers, and other performers on campus has been a joy for the Native community at Yale,” reflected Dean Fayard. “The Yale Indigenous Performing Arts Program has allowed our students to experience and learn so much about Native art and performance right here in our community. The Executive Director of YIPAP, Mary Kathryn Nagle, brings such an incredible energy and love of Indigenous performing arts that our students, and myself, find infectious—we can’t get enough of Indigenous performers, writers, and plays! We, as a community, learn and grow from being present and having the privilege of experiencing this festival. We look forward to seeing the ways in which this YIPAP festival influences Indigenous storytelling in the future—this festival is so important not just for our Yale community, but for Native storytelling writ large.” “I so thrilled by the growth and dynamism of YIPAP,” YIPAP Faculty Coordinator, Professor Ned Blackhawk relayed. “The festival has grown in leaps and bounds from our original contest in 2016, and it’s amazing to see so many new and experienced artists and dramatists coming to campus, working together, and enriching our Native American Cultural Center community. We’re so fortunate to be able to provide this collaboration between artists in Indian Country and our campus. Deep appreciations to all those who helped to make this year so successful with special thanks to Greg Buzzard (YLS ’18) and RITM Associate Director Erin Johnson for assisting so expertly with all the logistics.” YIPAP will open up the submission process for the 2019 Yale Young Native Storyteller Festival in August 2018. At that time, information will be made available at YIPAP website.	https://yipap.yale.edu/news/yipap-hosts-third-annual-young-native-storyteller-festival
Rene Oliveira, D-Brownsville, the chairman of the committee, told Silicon Hills News that the meeting comes from a need to better understand and recognize the impact that startups like Uber and AirBnB have on Texas’ economy. “Technology and the sharing economy is forcing us to rethink how we meet our priorities. We want to encourage the use of technology to find new, often cheaper, ways to deliver goods and services,” Oliveira wrote in an email. “At the same time, we want to make sure all competitors are playing by the same rules, and none are gaining an advantage by evading safety standards, taxation or employment requirements. Technology is forcing us to rethink how we balance these priorities.” The meeting comes shortly after the hotly debated vote over Austin’s Proposition 1, which led to the two largest ridesharing companies in the country, Lyft and Uber, GetMe and Wingz. Several companies and organizations that were invited to speak at the hearing told Silicon Hills News that they will be watching from the sidelines. Michael Leto, Founder and CEO of RideFare, which recently announced that it would be moving its headquarters to Austin from Phoenix, said the company will remain focused on its move. “We’re going to make sure that we get our service offering to where it needs to be for the people of Austin, so we really wanted to focus our energy on that,” Leto said. Andy Tryba, one of the founders of RideAustin, a nonprofit organization offering ride-hailing services, will be speaking at the hearing. Initially the company said it would not be participating. Representatives from home sharing and delivery services will also chime in on the discussion. Lawyers and board members from the Texas Homeowners Association are also on the list of speakers, along with city leaders from San Antonio, Houston, Austin and Dallas. “I think every participant is going to face questions about the strengths and weaknesses of their security policies and regulations. The committee needs to balance the priorities of personal safety, consumer protections, sufficient service at a reasonable price, uniform compliance of reasonable regulations, and ease of access to the market,” Oliveira wrote.To Watch a livestream broadcast of the hearing here.	http://siliconhillsnews.com/2016/06/08/texas-lawmakers-assess-the-impact-of-the-sharing-economy/
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Answer in Brief Long Answer Question: Explain the stages involved in the maturation of microspore into a male gametophyte. Solution Development of male gametophyte - Pollen grain/microspore marks the beginning of male gametophyte, thus it is the first cell of the male gametophyte. - It undergoes the first mitotic division to produce bigger, naked vegetative cells and small, thin-walled generative cells. - The vegetative cell is rich in food and having an irregularly shaped nucleus. - The generative cell floats in the cytoplasm of the vegetative cells. - The second mitotic division is concerned with generative cells only and gives rise to two non-motile male gametes. - The mitotic division of the generative cells takes place either in the pollen grain or in the pollen tube. - The pollen grains are shed from the anther, at this two-celled stage in most of the angiosperms. Concept: Pre-fertilization in Plant: Microsporangium Is there an error in this question or solution?	https://www.shaalaa.com/question-bank-solutions/long-answer-question-explain-the-stages-involved-in-the-maturation-of-microspore-into-male-gametophyte-pre-fertilization-in-plant-microsporangium_160003
[Preliminary design for a VI system combining the voice acoustic analyzing and glottal image analyzing]. This work is directed at developing a virtual instrument system as an accessorial diagnostic instrument for laryngeal diseases. Programmed with LabWindows/CVI, the system combines the voice acoustic analyzing function with the glottal image measuring function. The voice acoustic analyzing system can sample, store and replay vocal signals; can extract and analyze parameters, including fundamental frequency (F0), frequency perturbation quotient (FPQ), amplitude perturbation quotient(APQ), harmonics-to-noise ratio (HNR), jitter frequency (JF), Shimmer; and can do 3D sound graph analysis. The glottal image analyzing system can sample and store the image observed by the laryngostroboscope; can display any phase in one cycle of the vibration of the vocal cords or a slow and continuous movement of vibrating vocal cords; can snap and save the diagnostic frame of image; and can extract the parameters of the image such as the length and area of the glottis, the length and area of the vocal cords and the diseased part.
As with many things in medicine, there are the reliable treatments and the new kids on the block that replace them. With any treatment regimen it should be effective, safe and cost conscious to the patient and the healthcare system. An effective medication not only treats the targeted disease state, but does so in a safe manner, to minimize the adverse effects to the patient and reduces potentiation of interactions with patients’ other conditions and therapies. A cost-conscious approach not only reduces the burden to the patient, but the healthcare system, by reducing unnecessary spending on costly treatments. Colchicine has been a choice in the treatment of gout and remains an effective option. However, with its recent reformulation, it has become expensive and when compared to therapies involving generic medications like glucocorticoids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, may be a less optimal option for many. While the cost difference is clear, is there another effective, safe and cost conscientious approach for the treatment of gout? Recommended Citation White, Richard (2019) "A Comparative Study of Gout Therapies," Lynchburg Journal of Medical Science: Vol. 1 : Iss. 3 , Article 95. Available at: https://digitalshowcase.lynchburg.edu/dmscjournal/vol1/iss3/95 Restricted Available when accessing via a campus IP address or logged in with a University of Lynchburg email address. Off-campus users can also use 'Off-campus Download' button above for access.	https://digitalshowcase.lynchburg.edu/dmscjournal/vol1/iss3/95/
Copyright © 2015 by authors and Scientific Research Publishing Inc. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution International License (CC BY). http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Received 26 February 2015; accepted 28 April 2015; published 4 May 2015 ABSTRACT Bilirubin has both antioxidant activity and cardio-protective potential. Decreased levels are associated with predicting CAD. Recent studies showed that bilirubin has inverse correlation with glycemic status. So in this we evaluated the role of Hepato-biliary function as a marker of predictor CAD in patient with T2DM. Total 100 subjects included 50 T2DM patients with CAD and 50 T2DM without CAD. All the subject venous blood was collected after overnight fasting for biochemical analysis. After the statistical analysis, the results showed significant difference between two groups as follows total bilirubin (0.32 ± 0.15; 0.90 ± 032; p = 0.000), direct bilirubin, indirect bilirubibn, Total Protein, Albumin, ALT, AST, HbA1c. Our finding implies that decreased serum bilirubin increases the risk of CAD in patients with T2DM and it shows inverse correlation between HbA1c and bilirubin. Keywords: Bilirubin, Coronary Artery Disease, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus 1. Introduction India is diabetic capital of the world over a decade and now it is heading to lead in Cardiovascular Disease also as both diabetes and coronary artery disease (CAD) shares several risk factors in common. Patients with Diabetes Mellitus (DM) are at four to five fold increased risk to CAD. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) are commonly found in association with Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) , the mechanisms of liver injury in T2DM involve insulin resistance (IR), oxidative stress, apoptosis and adipokines . IR results in peripheral lipolysis and upregulates hepatic de novo lipogenesis. This increase in lipogenesis and lipid peroxidation, and decrease in adiponectin which is protective adipokines make T2DM patients with NAFLD, vulnerable to Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) . The Framingham risk score analysis conducted by Iognnou et al. showed that there exists an association between elevated serum alanine amino transferase (ALT) and 10 years of CAD . Previous studies have demonstrated that circulating levels of ALT, aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and gamma-glutamyltransferase (GGT) are increased in individuals with IR and Metabolic Syndrome . Increased levels of GGT found to be associated with various atherosclerotic risk factors in T2DM and literatures are suggesting that De Ritis ratio (AST/ALT) could be used to assess the extent of hepto-biliary damage . Recent reviews state that bilirubin prevents lipid and lipoprotein oxidation and hence protects against CVD. Serum bilirubin is inversely related to CAD and also increases in case of myocardial infarction . The oxidative stress contributed by hepatic steatosis in T2DM alters endothelial function and leads to decreased production of nitric oxide which may also contribute to the atherogenic effect of NAFLD in T2DM . The NAFLD is also associated with increased free radical production as a result of alteration in iron metabolism and increased activation of Fenton’s reaction. This may further increase in glycation of various proteins including hemoglobin. Hence our study is planned in order to assess the status of hepatobiliary function in CAD patients with T2DM and their correlation with glycemic status. 2. Methodology Patients who visited the Department of Cardiology and General medicine OPD at Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute and those whose are diagnosed as CAD was included in the study. Then the subjects was divided into two groups by randomize sampling:Group 1 (Subjects)―Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients with confirmed CAD and Group 2 (Control)―Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients without CAD. The subject with chronic kidney disease, chronic hepatic disease, bypass surgery or percutaneous coronary intervention, chronic or current infections, presence of the thalassemia trait and any other hemoglobin disorder, any systemic disease that could cause high bilirubin concentrations, neoplastic disease and autoimmune disease where excluded from the study. After appropriate screening total 100 subjects (50 subjects and 50 controls) was included in the study between age group 30 to 60 yrs. 3 ml of blood was collected from the patient and the samples was processed for glucose, fasting plasma insulin, HbA1c, serum bilirubin, total protein, albumin, AST and ALT estimation using IFCC approved methods in fully automated chemistry analyzer. To find the significant difference in liver function test and glycemic status between two groups Student’s t Test was used and correlation analysis was performed to assess the association between bilirubin and glycemic status among groups. All these statistical analysis was performed by SPSS 20 software. 3. Results The average age of the control (T2DM without CAD) and subject (T2DM with CAD) included in the study. Table 1 shows the mean and standard of the glycemic status of both groups. The mean fasting plasma glucose of T2DM with CAD group (160 mg/dl) has higher than T2DM without CAD (98.81 mg/dl). HbA1c levels also showed statistically significant difference between the two groups. The plasma insulin levels were lower in T2DM patients with CAD than without. Insulin resistance was more pounced in group who compared to group 2. The hepatobiliary status of both groups is depicted in Table 2. The study (Figure 1) showed that bilirubin level were low in T2DM patient with CAD (0.32 ± 0.15) when compared with T2DM patients without CAD (0.90 ± 0.32). T2DM patients with CAD showed low levels of total protein and albumin when compared to T2DM patient without CAD. Liver enzymes like AST and ALT were increased significant in T2DM patient when compared to T2DM patient without CAD. De-ritis ratio also showed significant high in subjects (2.75 ± 0.68) and in control (1.44 ± 0.46). Correlation analysis revealed an inverse relationship between bilirubin and glycemic indicator HbA1c and HOMAir with r value −0.334 and −0.360 respectively. The Table 3 depicts the odds ratio of altered hepatobiliary function associated with CAD in T2DM patients. The odds of decreased bilirubin level associate with subjects (odds ratio: 2.15) is about two times more when compared with controls. The odds that increased ALT are associates with T2DM with CAD is 2.7 time more than T2DM without CAD. Table 1. Glycemic status in T2DM Patients with and without CAD. “p” Value is significant at the 0.001 level. Table 2. Hepato-biliray status in T2DM Patients with and without CAD. “p” Value is significant at the 0.001 level. Figure 1. The distribution of serum bilirubin in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with and without coronary artery disease. 4. Discussion Bilirubin acts as a cardioprotective agent by scavenging lipid preoxides and other products of physiological oxidation. Schwether et al. in 1994 showed that plasma bilirubin concentration inversely correlated with CAD . Masood et al. and Hopkin et al. also showed low level of bilirubin in CAD patients when compared with Table 3. Odds ratio for ALT, De-ritis ratio and Serum Bilirubin. normal Subjects . Our result was also in concodence with the above mentioned studies and showed low levels of bilirubin in T2DM patient with CAD when compared with to T2DM without CAD. A survey conducted by National Health and Nutrition Examination from 1999-2004 reported that increased bilirubin levels are associated with reduced prevalence of peripheral artery disease . In our study we also compared total protein and albumin levels between the two groups and found their serum levels were decreased in T2DM patient with CAD . De-ritis ratio which is used as surrogate marker for identifying non-alcoholic fatty liver disease was increased among T2DM with CAD when compared with T2DM without CAD . Some other studies have also reported that NALFD and insulin resistance was an independent risk for CAD. The association between insulin resistance and NAFLD had already been established in many studies - . The link between low serum bilirubin levels and CAD in T2DM can be explained by the increased oxidative stress associated with both the pathogenesis of T2DM and CAD. Present Study also showed an inverse correlation between HbA1c, Insulin resistance and serum bilirubin. This was in concordance with published results of Mayer et al. and Oda et al. which showed a negative correlation between HbA1c and cardiovascular risk factors . 5. Conclusion The study concluded that decreased level of serum bilirubin and increased HbA1c increases the risk factor for CAD in patient with T2DM. There is elevation of liver enzyme also seen in T2DM with CAD. 6. Limitation of the Study The major limitation of this study is lesser number of participants. This was due to the lack of time as this was the ICMR short term student project. In this study, we could have compared the Intima media thickness of the coronary artery with serum biliurbin levels which could have been made serum biliurbin as a better maker. Acknowledgements We would like to acknowledge ICMR for accepting this project as a Short Term Student project of Mr. N. Adhishwar Kumaran References - Treeprasertsuk, S., Lopez-Jimenez, F. and Lindor, K.D. (2011) Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and the Coronary Artery Disease. Digestive Diseases and Sciences, 56, 35-45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10620-010-1241-2 - Kotronen, A., Juurinen, L., Tiikkainen, M., Vehkavaara, S. and Yki-Järvinen, H. (2008) Increased Liver Fat, Impaired Insulin Clearance, and Hepatic and Adipose Tissue Insulin Resistance in Type 2 Diabetes. Gastroenterology, 135, 122- 130. http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2008.03.021 - Edmison, J. and McCullough, A.J. (2007) Pathogenesis of Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis: Human Data. 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Clinical Chemistry, 40, 18-23.	https://file.scirp.org/Html/3-4300277_56086.htm
Looking to get involved with a reputable Lebanese organization dedicated to empowering Lebanese people, and upholding human rights and dignity? Do you believe in giving back to the community, and making people’s lives better? Interested in working hard, and being part of a cohesive and well developed team? RMF offers the opportunity to work in an exciting and challenging field, consider applying today! If there are no open positions, check back every few weeks as new opportunities open up frequently. COP JOB TITLE: COP The Rene Moawad Foundation is seeking a Chief of Party in response to the new USAID Lebanon Agriculture and Rural Empowerment (ARE) project. ARE is a five-year ($50 to 60 million) project which aims at developing rural economies in Lebanon through support to the agro-food sector and other industries and boost local and export sales potential while at the same time create jobs and increase farmers’ incomes. ARE will work with all value chain stakeholders to improve product quality at the production, processing, packaging, and marketing/sales levels. Duties & Responsibilities - Master’s Degree with at least seven years of relevant work experience supporting large, complex government/donor funded projects; - Experience in Lebanon is highly preferred. - Experience working on USAID contracts is highly preferred. - Demonstrated technical knowledge in at least one of the following areas: agriculture/agribusiness, tourism, economic development, private sector engagement, value chain analysis, rural development, social inclusion, capacity building, policy and legal reform, and/or monitoring, evaluation and learning. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with high organizational skills. - Fluency (written and verbal) in English and Arabic is required; fluency in French is desired. Salary - <3,000$ How to apply - Interested candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] Junior M&E officer JOB TITLE: Junior Monitoring & Evaluation Position- M&E Officer Scope of work - Develop data collection methods for adequate monitoring of the program performance. (These methods may include field visits, quarterly reports, specialized surveys, etc.…) - Elaborate data collection material and templates for the monitoring plan. - Conduct survey’s meetings and interviews with beneficiaries to highlight success stories and work progress. - Collect data on a daily basis - Enter data collected into M&E software, platforms and excel. - Conduct field visits, meeting on one to one, and focus group meetings. Qualifications and Skills Required: - Bachelors’ Degree. - 2- 3 years of previous experience in M&E - Very knowledgeable in Excel - Ability to work with a team and under pressure - Ability to work in the office and travel on-location. - Mastery of computerized tools, specifically M&E Software and Microsoft Office. - Fluent in English and Arabic. Salary - Monthly remuneration: Ranging between USD 800 to USD 1200 based on experience. How to apply - Deadline to submit the CV: Friday 28 February 2020 - Interested candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] senior communications & outreach officer JOB TITLE: Senior Communications & Outreach Officer LOCATION: Achrafieh EMPLOYEE: RMF REPORTS TO: General Director Duties & Responsibilities - Plan, Execute and Follow up on the implementation of the outreach and communication strategy approved by RMF and other donors when applicable. - Organize events/workshops/training sessions and ensure proper coverage (photos, videos, branding, etc.) - Create specific publications, development of innovative public outreach campaigns and management of events in line with RMF and the donors’ Communications Strategy and work plan. - Manage and update RMF social media platforms: website, Facebook, You Tube. - Report on RMF and its major donor supported projects activities as story highlights, news briefs, fact sheets, etc. - Provide editorial advice and assists RMF team in drafting public outreach documents, and ensure quality of presentation. - Ensure that all RMF activities and projects implemented in targeted villages complies with the donors’ branding and marking requirements. - Report and highlight success stories. - Inform targeted beneficiaries about the foundation’s projects’ objectives and activities. - Introduce RMF and its major donor supported projects to media outlets and engage them. - Design and develop RMF’s newsletter including content generation and pictures. - Develop promotional material (Brochure, Banners, Site signage, movies, Power point presentations…) - Coordinate RMF’s presence in the various NGO related fairs - Organize VIP visits for the donors to various project sites. Education and Experience - Proven experience of 5 years+ in relevant in communications and outreach or in a similar role; Experience in NGO work is be a plus. - Excellent communication, reporting and interpersonal skills and good multi-tasking skills. - BA in Communications, marketing, media, (or equivalent).MA is a plus - Prior similar responsibilities with donor-funded projects. - Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic; French is a plus. Case Worker \|JOB TITLE\|\|FIELD AGRICULTURAL ENGINEER\| \|LOCATION\|\|Bekaa District / North District / South District\| \|EMPLOYER\|\|RENE MOAWAD FOUNDATION (RMF)\| \|REPORTS TO\|\|SENIOR AREA COORDINATOR (SAC)\| \|POSITION TYPE\|\|FULL TIME\| \|PROJECT\|\|Strengthening Exports of Fruits and Vegetables from Lebanon to European and Regional Markets\| Kindly mention in the subject the position and the district you are applying for. Project Overview: RMF aims through this project to strengthen specific value chains crops by supporting major actors across the value chain including farmers, service providers, aggregators, exporters, public and private institutions and academia in improving their capacities and providing them with best practices, new technologies, tools and equipment to enhance the value chain to meet export requirements and enabling environment and ultimately enhancing economic advancement. Major Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the SAC, the field agricultural engineer will support in the implementation of the project activities as stipulated in the work-plan and ensure quality deliverables at all levels. Moreover, she/he will be following upon the day-to-day field activities related to the different beneficiaries, contributing towards the creation of the capacity building programs, monitoring agricultural practices at the designated areas of intervention, and ensuring transparent processes and strong relationships with the different actors and stakeholders. Scope of work: In the course of the execution phase of the project, the field agricultural engineer will: - Support the SAC to implement, and monitor activities to meet project deliverables based in line with the project work plan. - Support in the development and implementation of the monitor procedures & templates. - Monitor and control the different agricultural activities from capacity building to technical consultancy with the different beneficiaries and their corresponding stakeholders. - Conduct regular field visits to the projects location to ensure proper flow of work and smooth implementation. - Assist and accompany the different experts during their visits and ensure data collection procedures. - Troubleshoot any problems encountered at the field level or with other staff members and report directly to the SAC. - Participate in team planning and coordination meetings and trainings. - Assist in filing and record keeping of project and contributing to monthly reports and other ad hoc reports to meet donor and internal requirements. - Other assigned tasks, as necessary. Education and Experience - A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture. - At least 3 years of experience. - Prior similar experience and responsibilities is a plus - Familiarity with the agricultural sector especially Orchards and Vineyards - Knowledge about crop diseases and identification is a plus. - Knowledge in GAP procedures is a plus. - Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Strong communication and reporting skills. - Ability to write clear and concise reports. - Fluency in both Arabic and English languages, both written and verbal - Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outreach Worker JOB TITLE: Outreach Worker LOCATION: Mejdlaya, Zgharta - Position summary The René Moawad Foundation is seeking an outreach worker for the implementation of its Plan International funded project “EIE Special Project”. The outreach worker will be the primary contact between target beneficiaries and communities and the RMF Project Coordinator. The outreach worker will be based in North Lebanon.Duties & Responsibilities - Identify potential beneficiaries to the relevant project as per the set criteria - File all project means of verifications (MOV) including attendance sheets, pre/post-tests, minutes of meetings, and evaluation documents are in place. - Enter project related MOV into the system. - File and archive specific forms for referrals and weekly reporting are taking place while ensuring confidentiality, accuracy and timeliness. - Other tasks as directed by the line manager - Conduct parenting skills program - Monitor the daily ongoing activities Education, Experience and Skills - At least 1 year of experience in a similar related job. - A bachelor degree with years of experience in fields of social work, education and/or other relevant fields. - Strong experience in outreach and recruitment. - Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic; French is a plus. - Excellent reporting, communication and interpersonal skills. - Have skills in working with people of all ages and social groups; - Excellent communication, reporting, and pro-active negotiation skills - Skilled at working with local communities and authorities - Good verbal and written communication skills, with thorough knowledge of Arabic and English - Availability and willingness to work outside regular office hours occasionally. Inclusion Officer JOB TITLE: Inclusion Officer LOCATION: Mejdlaya, Zgharta Period of employment: 10 Months Duties & Responsibilities - - Guides the outreach workers to identify and work with youth with disabilities, families and communities - Provides training, mentoring and methodological support and guidance to facilitators/ trainers on including youth with disabilities in learning (identifying special education needs, teaching techniques and teaching strategies for inclusion) - Conducts special education needs assessment process of the learners or if necessary refers to formal assessment, for receiving specialized services or special needs supplies - Plans activities or support measures that are specific to each youth’s abilities, supports finding solution to remove barriers - Ensures the correct reporting on disabilities in Activity Info and narrative reports. - Provides support and guidance to the families and ensures their engagement in family engagement activities conducted by RMF. - Makes a recommendation on the pathway for the youth after completion of the given training course. - Liaises with RMF Case workers for identification of youth in need of NFE, and for referral to next step in the pathway (formal education or another Non-formal opportunity) - Participates in child protection and education sector meetings. - Participates in trainings organized by donors. Qualifications and skills required: - A university degree, in education special education, inclusiveness, psychology, social pedagogy, or other relevant areas - Experience of working in youth related sectors and programs, inclusion mainstreaming related experience. - Strong understanding of disability rights and inclusive education in particular - Knowledge of the disability sector and inclusive education in Lebanon - Excellent English - Ability to communicate and inspire others - Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure, efficient task prioritization and time management - Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the community - Computer literacy - Strong training & facilitation skills; - Strong coordination skills - At least two years of professional experience in special education or inclusive education - Graduate degree preferably in disability studies, humanitarian aid/development or other related field. - Demonstrated solid experience in inclusiveness related youth - Knowledge of disability inclusive programming - Excellent cross-cultural understanding and sensitivity - Strong problem solving, interpersonal and communication/advocacy skills - Critical thinking, analytical and decision making skills - Good interpersonal skills: ability to establish harmonious and effective working relationships with people from different backgrounds and positions Please send your CV to “[email protected]” mentioning the position title in the subject of your email.	https://www.rmf.org.lb/careers/
phoresis pho·re·sis 2. A biologic association in which one organism is transported by another, as in the attachment of the eggs of Dermatobia hominis, a human and cattle botfly, to the legs of a mosquito, which transports them to the human, cattle, or other host in which the botfly larvae can develop. Synonym(s): epizoic commensalism, phoresy All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
Women Texas Film Festival celebrates women who lead in filmmaking by showcasing the range of female voices throughout the medium. We give female storytellers a stage to project their voices and build a community that is safe, empowering, and impactful. Through film screenings, panels, and social events, we encourage filmmakers to build partnerships and push forward as decision makers in the stories we tell. Women Texas Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Click HERE to be directed to the Festival Website.	https://www.richkidsthemovie.com/screenings-1/womentexasfilmfest
Jerimiah, the linked study in the article (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1550413118302535) specifically studied “eTRF”(Early Time-Restricted Feeding) from 8am – 2pm, and implies that eating earlier is better than later. I haven’t read the study (it’s behind a damn Elsevier pay-wall), so I don’t know how strongly they feel about early vs late, though. For me, personally, 12-8 is doable, and skipping dinner (given the existence of a family and the desire to have dinner with said family) isn’t doable, so I’m pleased to hear from you and April above that it’s working. Just starting! A Cochrane systematic review in 2018 found and analysed eleven randomized controlled trials of ketogenic diet in people with epilepsy for whom drugs failed to control their seizures. Six of the trials compared a group assigned to a ketogenic diet with a group not assigned to one. The other trials compared types of diets or ways of introducing them to make them more tolerable. In the largest trial of the ketogenic diet with a non-diet control, nearly 38% of the children and young people had half or fewer seizures with the diet compared 6% with the group not assigned to the diet. Two large trials of the Modified Atkins Diet compared to a non-diet control had similar results, with over 50% of children having half or fewer seizures with the diet compared to around 10% in the control group. A keto diet has shown to improve triglyceride levels and cholesterol levels most associated with arterial buildup. More specifically low-carb, high-fat diets show a dramatic increase in HDL and decrease in LDL particle concentration compared to low-fat diets.3A study in the long-term effects of a ketogenic diet shows a significant reduction in cholesterol levels, body weight, and blood glucose. Read more on keto and cholesterol > I believe this is a disservice to those, like me, with a history of eating disorder. It has made experimenting with IF unnecessarily stressful. Despite my worry about what might happen (reading all these baseless cautions), I went ahead and experimented. In my experience, contrary to this “expert advice”, IF has been the most profoundly effective intervention I’ve experienced for my bulemia. It seems strange that a diet that calls for more fat can raise “good” cholesterol and lower “bad” cholesterol, but ketogenic diets are linked to just that. It may be because the lower levels of insulin that result from these diets can stop your body from making more cholesterol. That means you’re less likely to have high blood pressure, hardened arteries, heart failure, and other heart conditions. It's unclear, however; how long these effects last. Having support is very important with weight loss. If everyone can get on board, it will be easier to achieve your goals. Talk to your family (or friends, roommates, etc) before starting your diet and let them know your plan. Explain why you are making this decision and ways they can help you succeed. Even if they do not change with you, that's okay! Go forward with your plan! They may decide to join you once they see you succeed with weight loss. As a lifestyle-leaning research doctor, I needed to understand the science. The Obesity Code seemed the most evidence-based summary resource, and I loved it. Fung successfully combines plenty of research, his clinical experience, and sensible nutrition advice, and also addresses the socioeconomic forces conspiring to make us fat. He is very clear that we should eat more fruits and veggies, fiber, healthy protein, and fats, and avoid sugar, refined grains, processed foods, and for God’s sake, stop snacking. Check, check, check, I agree. The only part that was still questionable in my mind was the intermittent fasting part. The Mayo Clinic Diet is generally safe for most adults. It does encourage unlimited amounts of vegetables and fruits. For most people, eating lots of fruits and vegetables is a good thing — these foods provide your body with important nutrients and fiber. However, if you aren't used to having fiber in your diet, you may experience minor, temporary changes in digestion, such as intestinal gas, as your body adjusts to this new way of eating. The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that in medicine is used primarily to treat difficult-to-control (refractory) epilepsy in children. The diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates. Normally, the carbohydrates contained in food are converted into glucose, which is then transported around the body and is particularly important in fueling brain function. However, if little carbohydrate remains in the diet, the liver converts fat into fatty acids and ketone bodies. The ketone bodies pass into the brain and replace glucose as an energy source. An elevated level of ketone bodies in the blood, a state known as ketosis, leads to a reduction in the frequency of epileptic seizures. Around half of children and young people with epilepsy who have tried some form of this diet saw the number of seizures drop by at least half, and the effect persists even after discontinuing the diet. Some evidence indicates that adults with epilepsy may benefit from the diet, and that a less strict regimen, such as a modified Atkins diet, is similarly effective. Potential side effects may include constipation, high cholesterol, growth slowing, acidosis, and kidney stones. A review of multiple studies in the journal Nutrients found that ketogenic diets are connected to significant reductions in total cholesterol, increases in “good” HDL cholesterol levels, dips in triglycerides levels and decreases in “bad” LDL cholesterol; there are questions as to whether diets high in saturated fat negate these benefits. The same paper reports that a ketogenic may slightly reduce blood pressure, but science is still very scant on this point. The modified Atkins diet reduces seizure frequency by more than 50% in 43% of patients who try it and by more than 90% in 27% of patients. Few adverse effects have been reported, though cholesterol is increased and the diet has not been studied long term. Although based on a smaller data set (126 adults and children from 11 studies over five centres), these results from 2009 compare favourably with the traditional ketogenic diet. Achieving optimal ketosis hinges on finding the right balance of macronutrients (or “macros” in keto-speak); these are the elements in your diet that account for the majority of your calories, a.k.a. energy—namely, fat, protein, and carbohydrates. By the way, it’s often “net grams” of carbohydrates that are counted toward your daily intake; “net” deducts the amount of fiber in a food from its carbohydrate total. In 1921, Rollin Turner Woodyatt reviewed the research on diet and diabetes. He reported that three water-soluble compounds, β-hydroxybutyrate, acetoacetate, and acetone (known collectively as ketone bodies), were produced by the liver in otherwise healthy people when they were starved or if they consumed a very low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet. Dr. Russell Morse Wilder, at the Mayo Clinic, built on this research and coined the term "ketogenic diet" to describe a diet that produced a high level of ketone bodies in the blood (ketonemia) through an excess of fat and lack of carbohydrate. Wilder hoped to obtain the benefits of fasting in a dietary therapy that could be maintained indefinitely. His trial on a few epilepsy patients in 1921 was the first use of the ketogenic diet as a treatment for epilepsy. There are theoretically no restrictions on where the ketogenic diet might be used, and it can cost less than modern anticonvulsants. However, fasting and dietary changes are affected by religious and cultural issues. A culture where food is often prepared by grandparents or hired help means more people must be educated about the diet. When families dine together, sharing the same meal, it can be difficult to separate the child's meal. In many countries, food labelling is not mandatory so calculating the proportions of fat, protein and carbohydrate is difficult. In some countries, it may be hard to find sugar-free forms of medicines and supplements, to purchase an accurate electronic scale, or to afford MCT oils. Anticonvulsants suppress epileptic seizures, but they neither cure nor prevent the development of seizure susceptibility. The development of epilepsy (epileptogenesis) is a process that is poorly understood. A few anticonvulsants (valproate, levetiracetam and benzodiazepines) have shown antiepileptogenic properties in animal models of epileptogenesis. However, no anticonvulsant has ever achieved this in a clinical trial in humans. The ketogenic diet has been found to have antiepileptogenic properties in rats. Those issues can be part of what's known as the “keto flu,” Warren says. Other side effects of the keto diet, all of which are tied to carb withdrawal, can include lightheadedness, nausea, mental fog, cramps, and headaches, in addition to tiredness. Luckily, the keto flu doesn't usually last more than a week—which is coincidentally about when people start to see the number on the scale go down, says Warren. A recent study found that fantasizing about eating an entire packet of your favorite candy before indulging may cause you to eat less of it. For the study, researchers asked participants to imagine eating 3 or 30 M&Ms, and then invited them to help themselves to some of the candies as a “taste test.” Those who imagined eating lots of M&Ms actually ate the least. Conversely, the more food in front of you, the more you’ll eat—regardless of how hungry you are. So instead of using regular dinner plates that range these days from 10 to 14 inches (making them look empty if they’re not heaped with food), serve your main course on salad plates (about 7 to 9 inches wide). Instead of 16-ounce glasses and oversized coffee mugs, return to the old days of 8-ounce glasses and 6-ounce coffee cups. This way of doing intermittent fasting involves fasting from dinner to dinner (or lunch to lunch). If you eat dinner on day 1, you would skip the next day’s breakfast and lunch and eat dinner again on day 2. This means that you are still eating daily, but only once during that day. This would generally be done two to three times per week. Learn more Those studies above, in working with small sample sizes, and different types of fasting than recommended here, would lead me to believe that fasting affects men and women differently, and that many of the weight loss benefits associated with intermittent fasting (that affect insulin and glucose responses) work positively for men and negatively for women. With ancient grains trending, this one will battle quinoa and teff for space at your table. Native to the Middle East, kamut, also known as Khorsan wheat, is rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, high in protein and low in calories. A half-cup serving has 30% more protein than regular wheat (six grams), with only 140 calories. Eating kamut reduces cholesterol, blood sugar and cytokines, which cause inflammation throughout the body, a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found. “This whole grain has plenty to offer,” says Moskovitz. “It packs in a good source of zinc, iron, and B-vitamins, all of which will help keep your energy levels high so you can burn more calories throughout the day, aiding your weight-loss efforts.” Toss it into salads or eat it as a side dish on its own. A quick tweak like that can have you melting fat fast—along with these secrets on 14 Ways to Lose Your Belly in 14 Days. Reduced hunger. Many people experience a marked reduction in hunger on a keto diet. This may be caused by an increased ability of the body to be fueled by its fat stores. Many people feel great when they eat just once or twice a day, and may automatically end up doing a form of intermittent fasting. This saves time and money, while also speeding up weight loss.	http://www.weight-loss-zone.com/what-cucumber-diet.html
All contemporary research highlights that highly effective teaching is the key to improving student learning throughout any school. Teacher quality is a priority in our school improvement platform. As such, we are placing considerable resources into the ongoing development of our teachers. Last year we trialled a program with K-10 teachers called Educator Impact which facilitates teacher reflection on their practice, observation by a collegial teacher and supervisor and feedback to teachers from both their colleagues and their students. Teacher goal setting and professional learning are the next steps in this cycle of professional review. All K-10 teachers are now involved in this cycle of review in 2016. Observation feedback is being mapped to specific focus areas of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: Setting the Learning Objectives, Building Relevance, Driving Surface and Deep Learning, Classroom Management, Creating Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Calibrating Difficulty and Providing Feedback. I have observed some excellent teaching in the last weeks and have been observed myself by two colleague teachers including the Head of Religious Education. Every teacher is committed to improvement and it has been a privileged task to provide and receive positive feedback and constructive advice on our teaching. Part of our Quality Teacher Program is targeted teacher professional learning in Peer Coaching as part of our commitment to continual improvement of practice and support the Educator Impact Program in 2016.A two-day Peer Coaching: Positive Conversations about Teaching Practice facilitated by Yvana Jones commenced last onSaturday 21 May. Twenty-two teachers are involved in this voluntary weekend learning. In February K-10 teachers began undertaking professional learning on planning and delivering high impact lessons and making the most of lesson times with students. We continue to explore the best teaching methods based on the latest research about practices that make a difference in the classroom to improve outcomes for students.	https://www.dominic.tas.edu.au/principals-blog/quality-teacher-development
A numerical investigation of the influence of the opening angle of a circular cavity in an U-shaped channel and the Reynolds number of a fluid fl ow in this channel on the local characteristics and turbulence of this fl ow has been performed based on the solution of the Reynolds equations, closed by the old and new Menter shear-stress transfer models and two variants of this model accounting for the curvature of streamlines, with the use of multiblock computational technologies realized in the VP2/3 package. The results of calculations were compared with each other and with experimental data of I. Castro and R. Savelsberg. This comparison has shown that the best agreement between the numerical predictions and experiments is obtained in the case where calculations are performed within the framework of the Leshtsiner–Rody–Isaev approach with correction for the eddy viscosity of the fluid fl ow. It was established that with increase in the Reynolds number and in the opening angle of the cavity the circulation flow in the near-wall layer of the vortex trapped in the cavity intensifies at a practically constant vorticity in the core of the vortex. Keywordsvortex cell U-shaped channel circular cavity trapped vortex turbulence Preview Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.	https://rd.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10891-015-1265-8
Macbeth is portrayed as being a loyal and noble man but when faced with a life-changing decision, his dark side begins to surface and greed takes over common sense. He appears to be quite gullible and is persuaded easily by his wife and the witches into becoming king and letting nothing get in the way. After a Macbeth returns from a battle, he is seen to be “noble Macbeth” in the eyes of King Duncan. By the end of Act 1 Scene 3, all seems to be going smoothly in Scotland: battles have been rewarded and good fortune prophesised without Macbeth having to do much at all. “If chance will have me king, why chance may crown me without my stir”. But from the beginning, we are shown a great man that is stained with evil and when Duncan announces that Malcolm would be the next in line to the throne, Macbeth sees red, and now the idea of killing his way to the throne is imbedded in his mind. However unbeknown to everyone else, Macbeth is a ruthless warrior. Killing is his almost his second nature and in those times, blood was a common sight so it is not the goriness of the “deed” but the morality of it more so. Duncan is family and the King, which gives him all the more reason not to follow through with it. When his wife enters, hoping for him to go through with it, he delivers his decision: “We will proceed no further in this business”. But she sees this as a chance. Macbeth is respected by Duncan and many people now ‘believe’ he is a good person. She understands Macbeth well and knows of his sense of honour and that she fears will stand in the way of their desire for the throne. By murdering Duncan and then the guards, Macbeth is willingly the cause of his own suffering, his ambition to rule Scotland causes him to commit terrible deeds that do not inspire pity. After the “deed was done” he feels nothing but guilt “Glamis hath murdered sleep, and therefore Cawdor shall sleep no more: Macbeth shall sleep no more” However, not long after, he plans for Banquo’s murder, this time without informing Lady Macbeth. This appears to be an act of protection, for both of them, and his violent behaviour, as evidenced by the murders, do not suggest sympathy should be given. Mostly, because he does not regret his actions, he may feel guilty about them and it may haunt him afterwards. But not once does he ask for forgiveness.	https://blablawriting.net/macbeth-text-response-essay
ICC fines Google for abuse of dominant position – India The Competition Commission of India (hereinafter after CCI) adopted an order dated 20 October 2022, imposing a monetary penalty of INR 13.37 billion (USD) on Google for abusing its dominant position in several markets in the Android mobile device ecosystem under the section 27 of the Competition Act, 2002 (hereinafter the Law). In addition to the monetary penalty, CCI had further issued a cease and desist order against Google for engaging in acts contrary to Section 4 of the said law. Brief history of the subject In the present information filed by the informants, that is to say. Mr. Umar Javeed, Ms. Sukarma Thapar and Mr. Aaqib Javeed under Section 19(1)(a) of the Competition Act 2002 against Google LLC and Google India Private Limited (below after Google) invoking the abuse of Google’s dominant position in the mobile operating system relating to the markets by concluding restrictive agreements in contravention of the provisions of Article 4 of the said law. Understanding “Abuse of Dominant Position” with the context of the said case Dominant position: a position of strength, which a company enjoys, on the relevant market, in India, which enables it to - Act independently of the competitive forces prevailing in the relevant market; Where - Affect its competitors or consumers or the relevant market in its favour. Article 4 of the competition law provides that there is abuse of a dominant position when a company- - Imposing unfair or discriminatory conditions in the purchase or sale of goods or services or the price in the purchase or sale of goods or services; - Limits or restricts the production of goods or services or the technical or scientific development of goods or services to the detriment of consumers; - Engages in practices resulting in denial of market access; - Predatory pricing; - Uses its dominant position in a relevant market to enter or protect another relevant market. In violation of the above terms, Google dictated its terms to app developers, forcing them to compulsorily use its own “discriminatory practices” by imposing unnecessary/restrictive contract terms on app developers and OEMs regarding APIs. Play service, anti-fragmentation obligations, impacting the underlying competition in the market. Allegations Alleged by Informants - Google’s mandatory installation of its own applications in order to obtain any part of smartphones manufactured/sold/exported/traded in India is a clear violation of Section 4. read with article 32 of the law by hindering the development of competing mobile applications in the market; - from google the linking with other applications is an unlawful prevention of competing applications in the company, thus undermining its dominant position in the internal market in violation of Article 4 read with section 32 of the Act; - from google function of disabling the development of competing versions of Android on other devices restrict access to competing mobile devices on the basis of potentially superior alternative versions, in violation of article 4 read with article 32 of the law, thereby abusing its dominant position to limit competition in the marketplace. - Anti-fragmentation agreement (AFA) secured the dominance of Google by prohibiting OEMs from offering their services to Android forks, preventing them from developing or offering any device beyond the control of This led to the unavailability of distribution channels for their forks since the majority of them were linked to Google. - In the same way, Revenue Sharing Agreements (RSA) have obtained exclusive research services from Google of its competitors guaranteeing the protection of advertising revenue and networking effects. These agreements have never allowed competitors to compete effectively in the presence of Google resulting in the elimination of choice for its users. Arguments raised by Google - The competitive constraints faced by Apple: Google’s Android ecosystem and Apple’s iOS ecosystem are fiercely competitive with each other. Since then, Apple’s business has been primarily based on a vertically integrated smart device ecosystem that focuses on selling high-end smart devices with cutting-edge software components. Considering that Google’s activity has proven to be driven by the ultimate intention of increasing the number of users on its platforms to interact with its revenue-generating service e., online research that directly affects the sale of online advertising services by Google. - Android is an open source mobile operating system for smartphones and tablets freely used and developed by anyone. The majority of these Indian manufacturers tend to use the Android operating system in alliance with Google Mobile Services (GMS) supported by a collection of apps and application program interfaces (APIs) for functionality smooth on all devices. In order to get the installation right in favor of these applications on Android devices, a mutual agreement is made with Google to avoid any unnecessary hazard on the part of end users. - Mandatory pre-installation of applications and services in the default screen of Mobile Application Distribution Agreementyou (hereinafter MADA) acts as a promotional incentive for pay on Android platforms. - In addition, end users have the choice whether or not to download competing apps from the Play Store for which the process has also been simplified. Competing applications are unable to overcome the status quo through users reluctant to download their applications. Director General’s Findings - Pre-installation of a full GMS suite under MADA led to violation of Section 4(2)(a)(i) and paragraph 4(2)(d) of the Act by imposing unfair conditions on device manufacturers. - The pre-installation of Google’s proprietary applications when signing the AFA/ACC for all manufacturers/distributors has greatly affected the market for device manufacturers, thereby limiting their technical and scientific development. - Google’s Play Store policies were found to be one-sided, ambiguous, vague, biased, and arbitrary, as argued by the chief executive. However, from google conduct consisting in imposing unfair discriminatory practices by restricting the development of applications to the detriment of its users constituted a clear violation of Article 4(2)(a)(i), Article 4(2)(b)and section 4(2)(C) of the law. The managing director thus found Google be in a dominant position with respect to the rest of the competitors in the market and found to be contrary to the provisions of Article 4(2)(a)(i), Article 4(2)(b), Article 4 (2)(c) , paragraph 4(2)(d) and paragraph 4(2)(e) of the law. Observations made by the Competition Commission of India The Competition Commission of India has conducted a detailed analysis of the information and made certain observations regarding the allegations mentioned below: Apart from the financial penalty, CCI also ordered Google to establish a portal offering options for the default search engine in the initial phase to avoid speculation in the future. - Third-party billing services The ICC further requested Google to put in place a transparent policy regarding the data collected on this platform, its use and the risk of sharing this information with other entities and application developers. - Revenue Sharing Agreements (RSA) It was also held by the ICC that the existence of revenue-sharing agreements (hereinafter RSA) between OEMs and Google acted as an advantage for the latter to obtain the exclusive veil of information vis-à-vis its competitors. Apart from these, various other guidelines have been issued regarding anti-fragmentation obligations and licensing of Play Store to OEMs, such as flexible default settings and easy distribution of apps through the plat store in order to ensure market correction and the interests of justice as soon as possible. The CCI has a period of thirty days to provide the financial and supporting information requested. Mistakes to avoid Conclusion The ICC ruling may be a major setback for its Indian users as Android has provided a lot of opportunities to support and promote business transactions in India. Additionally, the security risk at such reasonable prices may be another downside that may accompany CCI’s recent order.	https://www.soccersuperflyxp.com/icc-fines-google-for-abuse-of-dominant-position-india/
With different Bible studies and curriculum for each grade, students at Grace Christian Academy will be taught to study, analyze, and apply Scripture to their lives. By the time a student graduates from Grace, he or she will have had an overview of the entire Bible from Genesis through Revelation. The student will have committed to memory a substantial amount of Scripture, along with the knowledge and understanding of the practical application of Scripture in a believer’s daily life. All students in Grades K-8 participate in physical education classes. Grades K-4 place special emphasis on muscular development and movement. Grades 5-8 begin to develop the skills necessary for various organized sports. Students in K-8 will participate in P.E. in their normal school attire. Students in all grades must wear tennis shoes or soft-soled shoes during P.E. All students in grades K-5th visit the library to check out books each week. Students in grades 6th-8th can check out books during their free time. The library is available for research to all students in grades K-8th. Art is taught to all students in Grades 6-8th within the classroom. Activities vary among classes. Grace Christian Academy offers significant, valuable, and diverse educational resources for our students. We seek to better prepare them for the increasingly complex technology-based world in which we live. GCA provides specific, AZ state standards-based computer instruction and Internet access for educational purposes. We are blessed to have a computer lab with 30 PCs, in a setting which allows for both group instruction and individualized assistance. In grades K-8, appropriate to the students’ grade level, we provide instruction in computer basics, the practical uses of word processing, spreadsheet software, desktop publishing, Power Point presentations, graphic design and editing, and effective use of online resources. Students in grades 3-8 also participate in training and practice in touch-typing. Many of the computer assignments are integrated with and enhance the units of study in the students’ regular classes. As appropriate, students are also instructed in the importance of discernment and integrity in regards to using the school computer network and online resources. The purpose of the Educational Enhancement (EE) Program at Grace Christian Academy is to provide Christ-centered academic support for students who have shown signs of learning difficulties. The Educational Enhancement services are offered to students through a variety of programs, including Search and Teach, traditional resource, and classroom support. Educational Enhancement services focus on helping students reach their academic potential in a regular educational setting. Services are designed for students with mild academic difficulties. The program is not intended to replace specialized assistance for students with more severe learning problems or other types of disabilities. The preschool program is a combination of Core Knowledge curriculum and Thematic Units that have been developed by our certified preschool staff. Core Knowledge is a set of model guidelines describing fundamental competencies and specific knowledge for children ages 3-5 in the areas of movement, social skills, work habits, language, emerging literacy skills in reading and writing, scientific and mathematical reasoning, music, orientation in time and space, and visual arts (which are a basis of the curriculum our preschool program has developed). Research shows that structuring curriculum in this form is beneficial for preschool age children. These competencies provide a coherent foundation for Kindergarten and beyond. The CURRICULUM used to broaden the themes is: Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence – a set of model guidelines describing fundamental competencies and specific knowledge that, for children from three to five years of age, can provide a solid, coherent foundation for later learning in kindergarten and beyond. (www.coreknowledge.org) The 3/4 class is introduced to the alphabet using Zoo-phonics learning uses a signal, animal, and sound for each letter. Introductory Spanish is also introduced by way of songs and games. We use the ABeka Book Bible curriculum to foster spiritual growth as the children hear Bible stories, learn God’s Word through memorization, and see God’s principles taught and modeled throughout the school day. How to interact with other children. How to respond to teacher’s directions in a positive way. How to follow simple two step directions. Progressively lengthening their attention span in a group setting. Learning the routines of a classroom. Learning to share, take turns, and work cooperatively. Begin to learn problem solving skills. Recognize and identify first name and the letters in their name. Recognize and identify shapes, numbers and colors. Progression in counting and one-to-one correspondence. Repeat simple rhymes, songs and finger plays. Do simple comparisons of objects and classify them. Work with patterns, puzzles, and pairs. Increase their critical and creative thinking skills. Bible memory verses with Sign Language and song. Talking to God through prayer. Cutting with scissors, writing strokes, and using various art media. Using manipulatives, building materials, and playdough. Strengthening hand muscles using various techniques. Indoor and outdoor play and games. Thematically, a letter of the alphabet is emphasized each week allowing the various centers and hands on learning experiences to revolve around that letter. The CURRICULUM used to broaden the alphabetic theme for children in this preschool level is: Core Knowledge PreSchool Sequence – a set of model guidelines describing fundamental competencies and specific knowledge that, for children from three to five years of age, can provide a solid, coherent foundation for later learning in kindergarten and beyond. (www.coreknowledge.org) Zoo–phonics is used as part of our literacy program. This is a creative, multi-sensory approach using animals that represent each letter. Each animal incorporates a picture linking the shape of the letter with its sound to help children make connections as they learn the alphabet. Introductory Spanish is taught using multi-sensory techniques. Responding to teacher’s direction in a positive way. Adjusting to changes in routine and situations without fear. Lengthening their attention span in a group setting. Learning to participate in group activity. Learning personal responsibility in a classroom setting. Learning to share, take turns and work cooperatively. Learning to be respectful of classmates and teachers. Recognizing and identifying first name and last name. Printing first name using upper and lower case letters. Recognizing the upper and lower case letters. Recognizing beginning sounds in words. Recognizing and writing numbers 1-10 and learning one-to-one correspondence. Making simple comparisons of objects and classifying them. Working with patterns, puzzles, and pairs. Learning to follow 3-step directions. Increasing critical and creative thinking skills. Using manipulatives, building materials, and play dough. The Pre-K class is designed to meet the needs of children who need the gift of one more year to develop into leaders going into kindergarten. The curriculum reinforces attained skills from previous preschool experience and expands and solidifies the skills necessary to build a solid educational foundation and social foundation for the future. Thematically, a letter of the alphabet is emphasized each week allowing the various centers and hands on learning experiences to revolve around that letter. The CURRICULUM used to broaden these themes is: Core Knowledge PreSchool Sequence – a set of model guidelines describing fundamental competencies and specific knowledge that, for children from three to five years of age, can provide a solid, coherent foundation for later learning in kindergarten and beyond. (www.coreknowledge.org) Multi Sensory Reading Readiness Program is used to introduce the child to the kindergarten emerging literacy program in a developmentally appropriate way in the areas of letter recognition, phonological awareness, oral language, and multi sensory letter introduction. Zoo-phonics provides an additional multi-sensory learning experience for phonemic awareness. Recognizing and writing the upper and lower case letters. Recognizing the sounds of the letters. Beginning to discriminate beginning / middle / ending sounds in words. Participating in indoor and outdoor play and games. Doing rhythmic patterns and creative movement. Learning to speak clearly in complete sentences. Learning to express themselves clearly to the teacher and to the class. Sharpening their speaking and listening skills. Learning simple rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. Learning of God’s great love for them. Learning God’s Word through stories/verses/song.	https://gracechristian.academy/academics/curriculum/
Chances are that your images of a safari are of travellers riding through a dusty veldt as they look out for giraffe, lion, leopard and rhino. Then in the evening the fortunate travellers will be enjoying a sundowner, from the terrace of their safari lodge, as the game pad towards a floodlit waterhole. Of course, there is a frisson of fear as you clamber down from your safari vehicle, or your “bakkie” as it’s known affectionately and colloquially in South Africa. Suddenly you are out of your comfort zone. But wait, it has only been over the last century that mankind has viewed Africa from behind the protective bars of a vehicle. In South Africa’s Northern Cape the indigenous population, the Khomani San tribe, survived without four-wheel drive and sat-nav for over 20,000 years. Their knowledge of their arid lands of the Kalahari Desert was acquired at ground level. Significantly, they survived alongside lions and leopards for those twenty millennia without becoming lunch for the game. As we walk tentatively through the bleached scrub our guide attempts to put our minds at rest. “We are not natural prey for lions. I’ve only had two lion incidents in twenty years and both of those were when I got too close to a lioness and her cubs.” He paused to see that we were ready for the next chapter of essential Health and Safety advice. “If a lioness charges don’t run. Stay still. She’ll usually stop about seven metres short. It’s a warning. Just steadily back away, keep facing her.” If you choose to visit the Living Museum of the Khomani San and walk with a tribesman, who is wearing just a loincloth and carrying a hand-crafted bow and arrow, you will be stepping back in time to an age when men and women made so much more of so much less. The bow would have been carved from an acacia tree over two days of whittling and it would have been strung with the tendon of an eland, the arrows tipped with a slow acting poison mixed from the bark of trees. Once the Bushman’s prey was wounded they would follow it for a day or two before it finally died. Giving thanks to their gods for the animal’s life before they ate. Walk with a bushman and you will be savouring the ultimate slow travel, fascinated by a micro-safari, that helps you to understand how the tribes did not just survive but thrived in this hostile land. They enjoyed their luxuries. They brewed droppings from the nest of the Social Weaver Birds, mixing it with honey and water to create a beer that was so potent that only the tribe’s elders were permitted to drink it. Following the Desert Fox, the tribesman waited for the fox to sniff out Desert Truffles. Another incredible luxury in the arid Kalahari is the spiky Hemsbok Cucumber, again the tribesman waiting for the Hemsbok to locate the succulent fruit before pouncing. The tribes had time for art too. At the Craft Village, near the Xaus Safari Lodge, you can watch the age-old skills of jewellery making, burning patterns into fragments of ostrich egg. For the semi-nomadic bushmen, the Desert was their pharmacy. As we walk slowly our guide shows us which leafs eased headaches and stomach pains as well as those that slowed the progress of cancer. These are not mere myths, a number of pharmaceutical companies have launched investigations. One leaf that hunters used to depress hunger, as they tracked animals, is particularly interesting in the era of the obesity epidemic. As you walk through this tough arid land with all our survival paraphernalia of hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and litres of water, you understand that mankind has become weaker and a little more vulnerable. Looking at the tribesmen, wearing virtually nothing and carrying very little, you come to understand that there was a time when mankind thrived by using ingenuity to make the most of nature’s bounty. With thanks to southafrica.net for their help. Accommodation Molopo Kalahari Lodge http://www.ncfamouslodges.co.za/Molopo.htm Single occupancy self-catering chalets start from R600pn (£32), double occupancy self-catering chalets start from R900pn (£48). http://www.ncfamouslodges.co.za/molopo%20rates.html Xaus Lodge Prices start from R4975 pp(£266) based on two people sharing. This includes all meals, game drives, wilderness walks, star gazing, a visit to the Bushman craft village and return transfers to the Kamqua picnic site. Excludes SANParks entry fees, beverages, craft purchases and gratuities. https://www.xauslodge.co.za/2019-rates Activities Vinkie’s Kalahari Experience http://www.kalaharivinkie.co.za/ Vinkie’s Tourism Enterprise is an eco-tourism venture that offers an authentic and unique “Bush” experience on the //Khomani farm Witdraai in the beautiful Southern Kalahari dune belt for individuals and for groups. They specialise in tailor made tours, offering individual attention and first-hand experience in the traditional arts of tracking, bush craft, craft making, tasting traditional foods and hunting with bow and arrow, and San stories from elders. The experience on the trip was priced at R1150pp (£61). Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park https://www.sanparks.org/parks/kgalagadi/ Park entry fees start from R328 (£17) per adult per day for international visitors. Flights with South African Airways London Heathrow/Johannesburg Lead in fare – £476 is the published lead-in (incl. taxes and YR) on LHRJNB.	https://50connect.co.uk/travel/world-wide/a-walking-safari/
Newsletters, brochures, websites: If your organization relies on newsletters, brochures, websites and other forms of print communication, it is important to be aware that the Low German population often does not have the necessary literacy skills to understand and interpret the content and/or access to online resources. It is best to consider forms of face to face communication as you will be more successful in ensuring your message is understood. Translation: Consider arranging for a translator to be present when meeting with families whose English skills may be limited. Relying on children/community members for interpretation may be inadequate as these individuals may not have the necessary vocabulary for your area of expertise and the nature of the conversation may be considered inappropriate for children and other community members to hear. Confidentiality: It is important to explain confidentiality to Low German Mennonites because as an oral, communal culture, they have different understandings of privacy and individuality which may result in their sharing information amongst themselves that breaches our confidentiality standards. Further, they really value when service providers promise to keep their personal information private but to say that you are “bound by confidentiality” is often not understood, which is why it is important to explain what exactly this means in any given context. Low German phrases: Try to learn Low German phrases such as “Good morning”, “Good bye” and “How are you?” as this demonstrates your desire to engage with them and to learn alongside them. Low German educational phrases Low German words for anatomy Low German words for conditions and diseases Low German midwifery words and phrases Telephone voice mail: If your organization uses voice mail, consider helping clients learn how to use it by doing practice calls in your office or during home visits. They may initially be hesitant to call agencies or leave messages as they fear they will not understand the phone message or because they feel insecure about their language skills. Many Low Germans have call display and will attempt to return calls. Profanity: Using profanities and phrases that use God’s name in vain, such as “Oh my god” is quite offensive to Low German Mennonites. Taking an oath: When Mennonite people are expected to “swear” or “take an oath” for legal purposes, it is best to offer that they can “affirm” rather than swear or take oaths because these actions are understood as rejection of their religious values and are therefore wrong to do. “Children” not “kids”: Refer to children as “children” and try to avoid the word “kids” as this may be offensive to parents. Computers, internet and electronics: Some families who have lived in Ontario for an extended period of time may have computers, internet and television while other families make a conscious choice not to have radios, television, videos and other electronic equipment in their homes.	http://openingdoors.co/language-and-communications/
TECHNICAL FIELD BACKGROUND ART SUMMARY OF INVENTION Advantageous Effects of Invention DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS EXAMPLES <Phosphite Stabilizer (B-I)> <Phosphite Stabilizer (B-II)> <Other Phosphorus Heat Stabilizer> <Polybutylene Glycol (C-1)> <Polybutylene Glycol (C-2)> <Polypropylene Glycol (C-4)> Examples I-1 to 15 and Comparative Examples I-1 to 4 Examples II-1 to 22 and Comparative Examples II-1 to 10 The present invention relates to an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition and a molded article thereof. More particularly, the present invention relates to an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition which has excellent hue and is suited as a material for molding a light guide member, and to an article obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition. In Europe, North America, etc., automobiles are recently increasingly equipped with daytime running lamps on the head and rear lamps of the automobiles which constantly emit light to improve visibility by pedestrians and oncoming vehicles during daytime. Such daytime running lamps generally include a light guide member and a light source which emits light into the light guide member. Incandescent lamps such as halogen lamps are generally installed as usual nighttime light sources near the automobile daytime running lamps. Consequently, the light guide members are heated by not only heat from the light sources of the daytime running lamps but also by heat generated by the incandescent lamps. Because of this, the light guide members require excellent heat resistant durability. Patent Literature 1 discloses, as a material for light guide members, an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition obtained by adding a phosphorus stabilizer and a fatty acid ester to an aromatic polycarbonate resin. Improvements in hue and yellowing resistance of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of Patent Literature 1 are attained by an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition disclosed in Patent Literature 2, which includes two phosphite stabilizers as phosphorus stabilizers added to the aromatic polycarbonate resin. When an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition is molded into a light guide member used in an automobile lighting device, it is often the case that the aromatic polycarbonate resin is degraded by the heat applied during the molding process and the resultant molded article is slightly yellowed. Such a light guide member, even if produced without a yellow tinge, is degraded and becomes yellow by being long exposed to heat from the light sources around the light guide member. The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of Patent Literature 2 is directed to improving the hue of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of Patent Literature 1 and also to preventing the yellowing of the composition. One of the phosphite stabilizers used in Patent Literature 2 is a phosphite stabilizer having a spiro ring skeleton and the other is free from spiro ring skeletons. The spiro ring skeleton-containing phosphite stabilizer used in Patent Literature 2 is represented by the following general formula (1). 1 2 In the formula (1), Rand Rare each independently an alkyl group having 1 to 30 carbon atoms or an aryl group having 6 to 30 carbon atoms. Patent Literature 2 describes that the aryl group having 6 to 30 carbon atoms in the general formula (1) may be a phenyl group or a naphthyl group. The list of specific examples described therein include bis(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite, bis(2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite and phenyl bisphenol A pentaerythritol diphosphite. Patent Literature 2, however, does not describe phosphite stabilizers (B-I) used in the present invention. Although an epoxy compound (D) used in the present invention is described in Patent Literature 2 as being capable of providing an enhanced hydrolysis resistance, an object of Patent Literature 2 lies only in improving the hue and is not associated with an enhancement of the suppressive effect against thermal discoloration. Patent Literature 2 does not describe Examples which involve the phosphite stabilizers in combination with an epoxy compound and a polyalkylene glycol compound. PTL 1: Japanese Patent Publication 2007-204737 A PTL 2: Japanese Patent Publication 2013-139097 A Aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions which are used for light guide members included in automobile lighting devices are demanded to have a better hue than heretofore obtained. Specifically, the hue is desired to be not more than 20 when expressed in YI value measured through 300 mm length with respect to a 300 mm long optical path article. Further, materials having a higher suppressive effect against thermal yellowing are also demanded. An object of the present invention is to provide an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition which is markedly excellent in hue and has suitable applications including light guide members in automobile lighting devices, and a molded article obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition. Another object of the invention is to provide an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition which has a markedly excellent hue and a very high suppressive effect against thermal yellowing, and a molded article obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition. The present inventor has found that the above objects can be achieved by adding a specific phosphite stabilizer in combination with a polyalkylene glycol compound and further in combination with an epoxy compound. The present invention has been accomplished based on the above finding. A summary of the present invention is described below. [1] An aromatic polycarbonate resin composition comprising: an aromatic polycarbonate resin (A), 0.01 to 0.1 part by mass of a phosphite stabilizer (B-I) as a phosphorus stabilizer (B) relative to 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A), the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) being represented by the general formula (I) below; and 0.05 to 2 parts by mass of a polyalkylene glycol compound (C) relative to 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A); 11 18 19 22 wherein in the formula (I), Rto Rare each independently a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, Rto Rare each independently an alkyl group, an aryl group or an aralkyl group, and a to d are each independently an integer of 0 to 3. [2] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to [1], further comprising an epoxy compound (D) in an amount of 0.0005 to 0.2 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). [3] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to [1] or [2], wherein the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is represented by the following general formula (III-1): wherein in the formula (III-1), R is an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, X and Y are each independently a hydrogen atom, an aliphatic acyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms, and n is an integer of 10 to 400. [4] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to [3], wherein the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is polybutylene glycol. [5] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to any one of [1] to [4], further comprising, as an additional phosphorus stabilizer (B), a phosphite stabilizer (B-II) represented by the general formula (II) below in an amount of 0.01 to 0.5 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A); 21 25 wherein in the formula (II), Rto Rare each independently a hydrogen atom, an aryl group having 6 to 20 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms. [6] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to any one of [1] to [5], wherein the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is a compound represented by the following structural formula (Ia): [7] The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to any one of [1] to [6], wherein the YI value is not more than 20 when measured through 300 mm length with respect to a 300 mm long optical path article obtained by injection molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition. [8] A molded article obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to any one of [1] to [7]. [9] The molded article according to [8], wherein the article is a light guide member. [10] The molded article according to [9], wherein the article is a light guide member included in an automobile lighting device. An aromatic polycarbonate resin composition according to the present invention includes, in a specific ratio, an aromatic polycarbonate resin (A), a specific phosphite stabilizer (B-I) as a phosphorus stabilizer (B) and a polyalkylene glycol compound (C). The composition attains a markedly excellent hue, with the YI value being not more than 20 when measured through 300 mm length with respect to a 300 mm long optical path article. An aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention which further includes an epoxy compound (D) achieves a good hue and a high suppressive effect against thermal discoloration without suffering any deteriorations in the inherent characteristics of the polycarbonate resin. With the above characteristics, the aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions of the invention are suited as polycarbonate resin materials for light guide members and can realize high light transmitting efficiency even when formed into long or thick light guide members, and thus may be suitably used as light guide members, particularly, as light guide members included in automobile lighting devices. Hereinbelow, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail. [Aromatic Polycarbonate Resin Compositions] An aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention includes an aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) and, per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A), 0.01 to 0.1 part by mass of a specific phosphite stabilizer (B-I) as a phosphorus stabilizer (B), and 0.05 to 2 parts by mass of a polyalkylene glycol compound (C). The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention may further include 0.0005 to 0.2 parts by mass of an epoxy compound (D), thereby attaining a further improvement in the resistance to thermal discoloration. The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention preferably includes a specific phosphite stabilizer (B-II) as an additional phosphorus stabilizer (B) in combination with the specific phosphite stabilizer (B-I). In the following, the term “initial hue” indicates the hue immediately after preparation of an article by the molding of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition, and the term “suppressive effect against thermal yellowing” refers to an effect of suppressing the yellowing of such a molded article during long exposure to heating conditions. <Aromatic polycarbonate resins (A)> The aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is an aromatic polycarbonate polymer obtained by reacting an aromatic hydroxy compound with phosgene or a carbonate diester. The aromatic polycarbonate polymer may have a branch. The aromatic polycarbonate resin may be produced by any method without limitation. A conventional method such as a phosgene process (an interfacial polymerization process) or a melt process (a transesterification process) may be used. Typical examples of the aromatic dihydroxy compounds include bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)methane, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)propane, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxy-3-t-butylphenyl) propane, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)propane, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxy-3,5-dibromophenyl)propane, 4,4-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptane, 1,1-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)cyclohexane, 4,4′-dihydroxybiphenyl, 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethyl-4,4′-dihydroxybiphenyl, bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)sulfone, bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)sulfide, bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)ether and bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)ketone. Among the above aromatic dihydroxy compounds, 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane (bisphenol A) is particularly preferable. The aromatic dihydroxy compounds may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. The production of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) may involve a small amount of a polyhydric phenol or the like having three or more hydroxyl groups in the molecule, in addition to the aromatic dihydroxy compound. In this case, the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) will have a branch. Examples of the polyhydric phenols having three or more hydroxyl groups include polyhydroxy compounds such as phloroglucine, 4,6-dimethyl-2,4,6-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptene-2, 4,6-dimethyl-2,4,6-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptane, 2,6-dimethyl-2,4,6-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)heptene-3, 1,3,5-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)benzene and 1,1,1-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethane, and 3,3-bis(4-hydroxyaryl)oxindole (=isatin bisphenol), 5-chloroisatin, 5,7-dichloroisatin and 5-bromoisatin. Of these, 1,1,1-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethane or 1,3,5-tris(4-hydroxyphenyl)benzene is preferable. The amount in which the polyhydric phenol is used is preferably 0.01 to 10 mol %, and more preferably 0.1 to 2 mol % relative to the aromatic dihydroxy compound (100 mol %). In the polymerization by a transesterification process, a carbonate diester is used as a monomer in place of phosgene. Typical examples of the carbonate diesters include substituted diaryl carbonates such as diphenyl carbonate and ditolyl carbonate, and dialkyl carbonates such as dimethyl carbonate, diethyl carbonate and di-tert-butyl carbonate. The carbonate diesters may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. Of these compounds, diphenyl carbonate and substituted diphenyl carbonate are preferable. Part of the carbonate diester, preferably not more than 50 mol % thereof, or more preferably not more than 30 mol % thereof may be replaced by a dicarboxylic acid or a dicarboxylate ester. Typical examples of the dicarboxylic acids and dicarboxylate esters include terephthalic acid, isophthalic acid, diphenyl terephthalate and diphenyl isophthalate. When part of the carbonate diester is replaced by a dicarboxylic acid or a dicarboxylate ester, the product obtained is a polyester carbonate. The transesterification for the production of the aromatic polycarbonate resin usually involves a catalyst. The catalytic species is not particularly limited. A usual choice is a basic compound such as an alkali metal compound, an alkaline earth metal compound, a basic boron compound, a basic phosphorus compound, a basic ammonium compound or an amine compound. Of these, an alkali metal compound and/or an alkaline earth metal compound is particularly preferable. These compounds may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. In the transesterification process, the catalyst is generally deactivated with a deactivator such as a p-toluenesulfonate ester. To impart properties such as flame retardance, the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) may be copolymerized with a polymer or oligomer having a siloxane structure. Viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is preferably 10,000 to 22,000. When the viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is less than 10,000, the obtainable molded articles are often unsatisfactory in mechanical strength and may fail to attain sufficient mechanical strength. When the viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is more than 22,000, the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) has so high a melt viscosity that good fluidity can not be obtained when the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition is molded by, for example, an injection molding method to produce a long article such as a light guide member. When the viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is above 22,000, the shearing of the resin produces a large amount of heat and the resin is degraded by thermal decomposition, with the result that molded articles that are obtained sometimes fail to attain an excellent hue. The viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is more preferably 12,000 to 18,000, and still more preferably 14,000 to 17,000. The viscosity average molecular weight of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) is a value calculated from the solution viscosity measured at a temperature of 20° C. using methylene chloride as a solvent. The aromatic polycarbonate resin (A) may be a mixture of two or more kinds of aromatic polycarbonate resins having different viscosity average molecular weights, or aromatic polycarbonate resins having a viscosity average molecular weight outside the above range may be mixed to control the viscosity average molecular weight to fall in the above range. <Phosphorus stabilizers (B)> The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention includes, as a phosphorus stabilizer (B), a phosphite stabilizer (B-I) represented by the following general formula (I): 11 18 19 22 In the formula (I), Rto Rare each independently a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, Rto Rare each independently an alkyl group, an aryl group or an aralkyl group, and a to d are each independently an integer of 0 to 3. 11 18 In the general formula (I), Rto Rare preferably each independently an alkyl group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, and are preferably methyl groups. The letters a to d are preferably 0. The phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is preferably bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite represented by the following structural formula (Ia): The phosphite stabilizers (B-I) may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. In the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention, the content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is 0.01 to 0.1 part by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). When the content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is less than 0.01 part by mass, a sufficient suppressive effect against thermal yellowing cannot be obtained and the initial hue tends to be unsatisfactory. When the content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is above 0.1 part by mass, the molding process is accompanied by the generation of a large amount of gas and also by the accumulation of mold deposits which give rise to transfer failures, causing a risk that the obtainable molded articles may have a lowered optical transmittance. The content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) is preferably 0.015 to 0.08 parts by mass, and more preferably 0.02 to 0.06 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). In the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention, a phosphite stabilizer (B-II) represented by the general formula (II) below is preferably used as an additional phosphorus stabilizer (B) in combination with the phosphite stabilizer (B-I). This combined use is advantageous in that the initial hue is further improved and the suppressive effect against thermal yellowing is further enhanced. 21 25 In the formula (II), Rto Rare each independently a hydrogen atom, an aryl group having 6 to 20 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 20 carbon atoms. 21 25 Examples of the alkyl groups represented by Rto Rin the general formula (II) include methyl group, ethyl group, propyl group, n-propyl group, n-butyl group, tert-butyl group, hexyl group and octyl group. A particularly preferred phosphite stabilizer (B-II) is (tris(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) phosphite represented by the following structural formula (IIa): The phosphite stabilizers (B-II) may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. In the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention, the content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-II) is preferably 0.01 to 0.5 parts by mass, particularly preferably 0.03 to 0.3 parts by mass, and further preferably 0.05 to 0.2 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). In the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition, the phosphite stabilizer (B-II)/phosphite stabilizer (B-I) mass ratio is preferably 1 to 10, particularly preferably 1.5 to 8, and further preferably 1.8 to 6. When the content of the phosphite stabilizer (B-II) is below the above range, the phosphite stabilizer (B-II) fails to provide sufficient effects in the improvements in initial hue and thermal yellowing resistance. When the content exceeds the above range, the obtainable effects are saturated and the total content of the phosphorus stabilizers (B) is so increased that the molding process is disadvantageously accompanied by the generation of a large amount of gas and also by the accumulation of mold deposits which cause transfer failures. In the case where the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention includes the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) and the phosphite stabilizer (B-II) as the phosphorus stabilizers (B), the total content thereof is preferably not more than 0.3 parts by mass, and more preferably not more than 0.2 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). <Polyalkylene Glycol Compounds (C)> The polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is a compound represented by the general formula (III) below. Examples thereof include branched polyalkylene glycol compounds represented by the general formula (III-1) below, and linear polyalkylene glycol compounds represented by the general formula (III-2) below. The polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is preferably a branched polyalkylene glycol compound represented by the general formula (III-1). The polyalkylene glycol compound (C) may be a copolymer with another comonomer, but is preferably a homopolymer. In the formula (III), Q is a linear or branched alkylene group, X and Y are each independently a hydrogen atom, an aliphatic acyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms, and q indicates the repeating number. In the formula (III-1), R is an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, X and Y are each independently a hydrogen atom, an aliphatic acyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms, and n is an integer of 10 to 400. In the formula (III-2), X and Y are each independently a hydrogen atom, an aliphatic acyl group having 2 to 23 carbon atoms or an alkyl group having 1 to 22 carbon atoms, m is an integer of 2 to 6, and p is an integer of 6 to 100. In the general formula (III-1), the integer (polymerization degree) n is 10 to 400, preferably 15 to 200, and more preferably 20 to 100. If the polymerization degree n is less than 10, the amount of gas generated during the molding process is increased and the gas may cause molding failures, for example, voids, burn marks and transfer failures. If the polymerization degree n exceeds 400, the compound may fail to provide a sufficient effect in enhancing the hue of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition. Examples of the branched polyalkylene glycol compounds include polypropylene glycol and polybutylene glycol of the general formula (III-1) in which X and Y are hydrogen atoms and R is a methyl group or an ethyl group, respectively. Polybutylene glycol is particularly preferable. In the general formula (III-2), the letter p (polymerization degree) is an integer of 6 to 100, preferably 8 to 90, and more preferably 10 to 80. When the polymerization degree p is less than 6, the molding process is disadvantageously accompanied by the generation of gas. On the other hand, when the polymerization degree p exceeds 100, the compatibility is disadvantageously decreased. Examples of the linear polyalkylene glycol compounds include polyethylene glycol represented by the general formula (III-2) in which X and Y are hydrogen atoms and m is 2, polytrimethylene glycol in which m is 3, polytetramethylene glycol in which m is 4, polypentamethylene glycol in which m is 5, and polyhexamethylene glycol in which m is 6. Polytrimethylene glycol, polytetramethylene glycol, and esterified compounds and etherified compounds thereof are more preferable. The performance of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is not affected even if an end or both ends of the compound are capped with a fatty acid or an alcohol, and such a fatty acid esterified compound or an etherified compound is usable similarly to the intact compound. Thus, X and/or Y in the general formulae (III-1) and (III-2) may be an aliphatic acyl group or alkyl group having 1 to 23 carbon atoms. The fatty acid esterified compounds may be linear or branched fatty acid esters. The fatty acids that constitute the fatty acid esters may be saturated fatty acids or unsaturated fatty acids. The fatty acid esterified compounds may be substituted with substituents such as hydroxyl groups in place of part of the hydrogen atoms. Examples of the fatty acids for constituting the fatty acid esters include monovalent or divalent, saturated or unsaturated fatty acids having 1 to 23 carbon atoms. Specific examples of the monovalent saturated fatty acids include formic acid, acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, valeric acid, caproic acid, enanthic acid, caprylic acid, capric acid, lauric acid, myristic acid, pentadecylic acid, palmitic acid, heptadecylic acid, stearic acid, nonadecanoic acid, arachidic acid and behenic acid. Specific examples of the monovalent unsaturated fatty acids include oleic acid, elaidic acid, linoleic acid, linolenic acid and arachidonic acid. Specific examples of the divalent fatty acids having 10 or more carbon atoms include sebacic acid, undecanedioic acid, dodecanedioic acid, tetradecanedioic acid, thapsic acid, decenedioic acid, undecenedioic acid and dodecenedioic acid. The fatty acids may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. The fatty acids include those fatty acids which have one or more hydroxyl groups in the molecule. Specific examples of preferred fatty acid esters of branched polyalkylene glycols include polypropylene glycol stearate represented by the general formula (III-1) in which R is a methyl group and X and Y are aliphatic acyl groups having 18 carbon atoms, and polypropylene glycol behenate in which R is a methyl group and X and Y are aliphatic acyl groups having 22 carbon atoms. Specific examples of preferred fatty acid esters of linear polyalkylene glycols include polyalkylene glycol monopalmitate ester, polyalkylene glycol dipalmitate ester, polyalkylene glycol monostearate ester, polyalkylene glycol distearate ester, polyalkylene glycol (monopalmitate•monostearate) ester and polyalkylene glycol behenate. The alkyl groups that constitute the alkyl ethers of the polyalkylene glycols may be linear or branched. Examples include alkyl groups having 1 to 23 carbon atoms such as methyl group, ethyl group, propyl group, butyl group, octyl group, lauryl group and stearyl group. Some preferred such polyalkylene glycol compounds (C) are alkyl methyl ethers, ethyl ethers, butyl ethers, lauryl ethers and stearyl ethers of polyalkylene glycols. The number average molecular weight of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is preferably 200 to 5,000, and is more preferably not less than 300, and still more preferably not less than 500, and more preferably not more than 4,000, still more preferably not more than 3,000, particularly preferably not more than 2000, further preferably less than 1000, and most preferably not more than 800. If the molecular weight exceeds the upper limit of the above range, the compatibility tends to be decreased. Below the lower limit, gas tends to be generated during the molding process. The number average molecular weight of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is a number average molecular weight calculated based on the hydroxyl value measured in accordance with JIS K1577. The polyalkylene glycol compound (C) exhibits a higher effect in reducing mold contamination properties (mold deposits) during the molding process with decreasing number average molecular weight thereof. The polyalkylene glycol compounds (C) may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. In the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention, the content of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is 0.05 to 2 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). If the content of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is below 0.05 parts by mass or is above 2 parts by mass, the obtainable molded articles tend to have a poor initial hue. The content of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) is preferably 0.1 to 1.5 parts by mass, more preferably 0.2 to 1.2 parts by mass, and still more preferably more than 0.5 parts by mass and not more than 1.0 part by mass per 100 parts by mass of the aromatic polycarbonate resin (A). [Epoxy Compounds (D)] The epoxy compound (D) used herein is a compound having one or more epoxy groups in the molecule. Specifically, preferred examples include phenyl glycidyl ether, allyl glycidyl ether, t-butyl phenyl glycidyl ether, 3,4-epoxycyclohexylmethyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 3,4-epoxy-6-methylcyclohexylmethyl-3′,4′-epoxy-6′-methylcyclohexylcarboxylate, 2,3-epoxycyclohexylmethyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 4-(3,4-epoxy-5-methylcyclohexyl)butyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 3,4-epoxycyclohexylethylene oxide, cyclohexylmethyl-3,4-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 3,4-epoxy-6-methylcyclohexylmethyl-6′-methylcyclohexylcarboxylate, bisphenol-A diglycidyl ether, tetrabromobisphenol-A glycidyl ether, diglycidyl ester of phthalic acid, diglycidyl ester of hexahydrophthalic acid, bis-epoxydicyclopentadienyl ether, bis-epoxyethylene glycol, bis-epoxycyclohexyl adipate, butadiene diepoxide, tetraphenylethylene epoxide, octyl epoxy tallate, epoxidized polybutadiene, 3,4-dimethyl-1,2-epoxycyclohexane, 3,5-dimethyl-1,2-epoxycyclohexane, 3-methyl-5-t-butyl-1,2-epoxycyclohexane, octadecyl-2,2-dimethyl-3,4-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, N-butyl-2,2-dimethyl-3,4-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, cyclohexyl-2-methyl-3,4-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, N-butyl-2-isopropyl-3,4-epoxy-5-methylcyclohexylcarboxylate, octadecyl-3,4-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 2-ethylhexyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 4,6-dimethyl-2,3-epoxycyclohexyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate, 4,5-epoxytetrahydrophthalic anhydride, 3-t-butyl-4,5-epoxytetrahydrophthalic anhydride, diethyl 4,5-epoxy-cis-1,2-cyclohexyldicarboxylate, di-n-butyl-3-t-butyl-4,5-epoxy-cis-1,2-cyclohexyldicarboxylate, epoxidized soybean oil and epoxidized linseed oil. Of these, in particular, alicyclic epoxy compounds having two or more epoxy groups in the molecule are preferable. The epoxy compounds (D) may be used singly, or two or more may be used in combination. When the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention contains the epoxy compound (D), the content of the epoxy compound (D) is usually 0.0005 to 0.2 parts by mass per 100 parts by mass of the polycarbonate resin (A), and is preferably not less than 0.001 part by mass, more preferably not less than 0.003 parts by mass, still more preferably not less than 0.005 parts by mass, particularly preferably not less than 0.01 part by mass, and further preferably not less than 0.03 parts by mass, and preferably not more than 0.15 by mass, more preferably not more than 0.1 part by mass, and still more preferably not more than 0.05 parts by mass. When the content of the epoxy compound (D) is less than 0.0005 parts by mass, the hue and the suppressive effect against thermal discoloration are unsatisfactory. Adding more than 0.2 parts by mass of the compound not only deteriorates the suppressive effect against thermal discoloration but also results in decreases in hue and hygrothermal stability. <Other Components> The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention may contain optional components such as antioxidants, releasing agents, UV absorbents, fluorescent whitening agents, dyes, pigments, flame retardants, impact modifiers, antistatic agents, lubricants, plasticizers, compatibilizers and fillers, while still achieving the objects of the invention. <Methods for Producing Aromatic Polycarbonate Resin Compositions> The aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention may be produced by any method without limitation. For example, the components may be mixed at once or in portions at any stages during the formation of final molded articles, and the mixture may be melt kneaded. The components may be mixed together with use of, for example, a tumbling mixer, a Henschel mixer or the like, or may be mixed together by being supplied quantitatively from feeders to an extruder hopper. The melt kneading may be performed with, for example, a single-screw kneading extruder, a twin-screw kneading extruder, a kneader, a Banbury mixer or the like. [Molded Articles] A molded article of the present invention is obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention. The method for molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention is not particularly limited. Example methods include injection molding, compression molding and injection compression molding, with injection molding being preferable. To prevent the resin from thermal degradation during the molding process and to ensure an excellent initial hue, the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the invention is preferably molded in an inert gas atmosphere such as nitrogen. The molded articles obtained by molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention are less yellowed when being long exposed to heating conditions and have a markedly excellent initial hue as compared to the conventional articles. Thus, the articles may be suitably used as light guide members in lighting devices, in particular, as light guide members in automobile lighting devices which are exposed to heating conditions created by not only the heat from the light sources of the daytime running lamps but also by the heat generated by the incandescent lamps. By virtue of their excellent initial hue and excellent suppressive effect against thermal yellowing, the molded articles as light guide members can maintain high light transmitting efficiency over a long period and attain a marked reduction in the frequency in which the light guide members are exchanged. [YI Value] The aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions of the present invention attain a markedly excellent initial hue. The hue far outperforms that of conventional articles, and the YI value, as measured by the method described later in Examples through 300 mm length with respect to a 300 mm long optical path article obtained by injection molding the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention, is usually not more than 20, preferably not more than 16, and more preferably not more than 14. The present invention will be described in greater detail by Examples presented below. However, Examples below are not limiting and the present invention can be implemented within its scope without departing from the spirit of the present invention. [Materials Used] In Examples and Comparative Examples, the following materials were used. <Aromatic Polycarbonate Resin (A)> “IUPILON (registered trademark) H-4000N” manufactured by Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corporation: bisphenol A aromatic polycarbonate resin produced by interfacial polymerization (viscosity average molecular weight 16,000) <Phosphorus Stabilizers (B)> “Doverphos 5-9228” manufactured by Properties & Characteristics: bis(2,4-dicumylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite “ADK STAB AS2112” manufactured by ADEKA CORPORATION: tris(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl) phosphite “ADK STAB PEP-36” manufactured by ADEKA CORPORATION: bis(2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite <Polyalkylene Glycol Compounds (C)> “UNIOL PB-700” manufactured by NOF CORPORATION (number average molecular weight 700) “UNIOL PB-1000” manufactured by NOF CORPORATION (number average molecular weight 1,000) <Polybutylene glycol (C-3)> “UNIOL PB-500” manufactured by NOF CORPORATION (number average molecular weight 500) “UNIOL D-1000” manufactured by NOF CORPORATION (number average molecular weight 1,000) <Epoxy Compound (D)> “CELLOXIDE 2021P” manufactured by DAICEL CORPORATION: 3,4-epoxycyclohexylmethyl-3′,4′-epoxycyclohexylcarboxylate <Fatty Acid Ester> “RIKEMAL S-100A” manufactured by RIKEN VITAMIN CO., LTD.: stearic acid monoglyceride <Releasing Agent> “SH556” manufactured by Dow Corning Toray Silicone Co., Ltd.: methylphenyl polysiloxane [Evaluation Methods] Aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions obtained were evaluated by the following methods. <Evaluation of Initial Hue (YI)> Pellets of an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition were dried in a hot air circulation dryer at 120° C. for 4 to 8 hours and were molded with an injection molding machine (“EC100” manufactured by TOSHIBA MACHINE CO., LTD.) at a temperature of 280° C. to give a 300 mm long optical path article (6 mm×4 mm×300 mm, L/d=50). The article was analyzed on a long pathlength transmission spectrophotometer (“ASA 1” manufactured by NIPPON DENSHOKU INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.) to determine the YI value through 300 mm length. 1 <Evaluation of Thermal Discoloration Resistance (ΔYI)> 1 1 The long optical path article obtained in the above evaluation of initial hue (YI) was held at 120° C. for 1000 hours, and the YI was measured through the 300 mm long optical path (YI after treatment). The difference between the YI values (ΔYI=YI after treatment−initial YI) was calculated to evaluate thermal discoloration resistance (ΔYI). 2 <Evaluation of Residential Discoloration Resistance (ΔYI)> 2 2 A 300 mm long optical path article was obtained in the same manner as in the above evaluation of initial hue (YI), except that the pellets were caused to stay in the injection molding machine at a temperature of 280° C. for 25 minutes and were thereafter injection molded. The YI was measured through the 300 mm long optical path (YI after treatment) in the same manner. The difference between the YI values (ΔYI=YI after residence−initial YI) was calculated to evaluate residential discoloration resistance (ΔYI). The components shown in Table 1 were mixed together in the ratio described in Table 1 with use of a tumbling mixer to give a uniform mixture. The mixture was supplied to a single-screw extruder equipped with a full flight screw and a vent (“VS-40” manufactured by Isuzu Kakouki K.K.) and was kneaded at a screw rotational speed of 80 rpm, an output of 20 kg/h and a barrel temperature of 250° C. The kneadate was extruded into a strand from the tip of the extruder nozzle. The extrudate was quenched in a water bath and was cut with a pelletizer into pellets. Pellets of an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition were thus obtained. Table 1 describes the evaluation results of the aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions obtained. TABLE 1 Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. I-1 I-2 I-3 I-4 I-5 I-6 I-7 I-8 I-9 I-10 Amounts in aromatic Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 polycarbonate resin (A) composition Phosphorus (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 (parts by mass) heat (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 stabilizers Others: (B) PEP-36 Polyalkylene (C-1): PB-700 0.1 0.25 0.5 0.6 0.8 1.0 glycol (C-2): PB-1000 0.5 0.6 0.8 1.0 compounds (C-3): PB-500 (C) (C-4): D-1000 Fatty acid ester Releasing agent Initial hue (YI) 16 13 12 12 12 13 13 13 13 14 Thermal discoloration resistance 22 25 31 32 34 36 48 53 55 57 (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) Copm. Comp. Comp. Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. I-11 I-12 I-13 I-14 I-15 I-1 I-2 I-3 I-4 Amounts in aromatic Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 polycarbonate resin (A) composition Phosphorus (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 (parts by mass) heat (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 stabilizers Others: 0.05 0.02 (B) PEP-36 Polyalkylene (C-1): PB-700 glycol (C-2): PB-1000 compounds (C-3): PB-500 0.6 0.8 1.0 (C) (C-4): D-1000 0.5 1.0 Fatty acid ester 0.1 0.1 0.1 Releasing agent 0.04 Initial hue (YI) 12 12 12 14 15 21 21 28 21 Thermal discoloration resistance 29 31 33 40 46 — — — — (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.5 0.5 0.5 — — — — — — (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) The results in Table 1 show the following. Comparative Examples I-1, 2 and 4, which involved the fatty acid ester in place of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C), failed to satisfy a YI value of 20 or less. Comparative Example 1-3 using the releasing agent in place of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) resulted in a particularly poor hue, with the YI value being 28. In contrast, Examples I-1 to 15 using the phosphite stabilizer S-9228 as the phosphite stabilizer (B-I) according to the present invention and the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) attained an excellent hue, with the YI being not more than 16. Example I-1 resulted in a slightly high YI value as compared to Examples 1-2 to 15 because of the amount of the polyalkylene glycol being small. However, as demonstrated in Examples 1-2 to 15, the YI value can be decreased and the initial hue can be enhanced by increasing the amount of the polyalkylene glycol. From the comparison of Examples 1-3 to 13 with Examples 1-14 and 15, polybutylene glycol has been shown to be more effective as the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) to improve the hue than polypropylene glycol. The components shown in Tables 2 to 4 were mixed together in the ratio described in Tables 2 to 4 with use of a tumbling mixer to give a uniform mixture. The mixture was supplied to a single-screw extruder equipped with a full flight screw and a vent (“VS-40” manufactured by Isuzu Kakouki K.K.) and was kneaded at a screw rotational speed of 80 rpm, an output of 20 kg/h and a barrel temperature of 250° C. The kneadate was extruded into a strand from the tip of the extruder nozzle. The extrudate was quenched in a water bath and was cut with a pelletizer into pellets. Pellets of an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition were thus obtained. Tables 2 to 4 describe the evaluation results of the aromatic polycarbonate resin compositions obtained. TABLE 2 Comp. Comp. Comp. Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. II-1 II-1 II-2 II-3 II-4 II-2 II-3 II-4 Amounts in Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 aromatic (A) polycarbonate Phosphorus heat (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 resin composition stabilizers (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 (parts by mass) (B) Polyalkylene PB-700 0.25 0.25 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 glycol compound (C) Epoxy compound 2021P 0.01 0.01 0.05 0.10 0.10 0.10 (D) Initial hue (YI) 13 13 12 12 12 12 12 23 Thermal discoloration resistance 23 25 29 27 26 31 35 — (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.4 — (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) TABLE 3 Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. II-5 II-6 II-7 II-5 II-8 II-9 Amounts in Aromatic polycarbonate 100 100 100 100 100 100 aromatic resin (A) polycarbonate Phosphorus (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 resin heat (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 composition stabilizers (B) (parts by mass) Polyalkylene PB-700 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.8 0.8 glycol compound (C) Epoxy compound 2021P 0.01 0.05 0.10 0.01 0.05 (D) Initial hue (YI) 12 12 12 12 12 12 Thermal discoloration resistance 30 27 26 32 32 29 (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.4 (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) Comp. Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. II-10 II-6 II-11 II-12 II-13 II-7 Amounts in Aromatic polycarbonate 100 100 100 100 100 100 aromatic resin (A) polycarbonate Phosphorus (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 resin heat (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 composition stabilizers (B) (parts by mass) Polyalkylene PB-700 0.8 0.8 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 glycol compound (C) Epoxy compound 2021P 0.10 0.01 0.05 0.10 (D) Initial hue (YI) 12 12 13 13 13 13 Thermal discoloration resistance 28 34 33 31 30 36 (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) TABLE 4 Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. II-14 II-15 II-16 II-8 II-17 II-18 Amounts in aromatic Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 100 100 100 polycarbonate (A) resin composition Phosphorus heat (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 (parts by mass) stabilizers (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 (B) Polyalkylene PB-500 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.8 0.8 glycol compound (C) Epoxy compound 2021P 0.01 0.05 0.10 0.01 0.05 (D) Initial hue (YI) 12 12 12 12 12 12 Thermal discoloration resistance 28 26 25 29 30 28 (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.4 (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) Comp. Comp. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. Ex. II-19 II-9 II-20 II-21 II-22 II-10 Amounts in aromatic Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 100 100 100 polycarbonate (A) resin composition Phosphorus heat (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 (parts by mass) stabilizers (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 (B) Polyalkylene PB-500 0.8 0.8 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 glycol compound (C) Epoxy compound 2021P 0.10 0.01 0.05 0.10 (D) Initial hue (YI) 12 12 12 12 12 12 Thermal discoloration resistance 27 31 32 30 29 33 (ΔYI<sub>1</sub>) Residential discoloration resistance 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 (ΔYI<sub>2</sub>) Tables 2 to 4 show that the incorporation of the epoxy compound (D) in addition to the specific phosphorus stabilizers (B) and the polyalkylene glycol compound (C) results in improvements in thermal discoloration resistance and residential discoloration resistance. [Evaluation of Mold Contamination Properties in Injection Molding] Pellets of an aromatic polycarbonate resin composition (written as “Pellets 1000”) were produced in the same manner as in Example II-7, except that “UNIOL PB-1000” was used as the polyalkylene glycol compound (C). Pellets 1000, the pellets of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition obtained in Example II-7 (written as “Pellets 700”), and the pellets of the aromatic polycarbonate resin composition obtained in Example II-16 (written as “Pellets 500”) were each dried at 120° C. for 5 hours and injection molded by 200 shots with an injection molding machine (“MINIMAT M8/7A” manufactured by Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.) using a drop-molded mold at a cylinder temperature of 280° C., a molding cycle of 10 seconds and a mold temperature of 80° C. After the molding process, the specular metal surface of the fixed portion of the mold was visually inspected for contamination by white deposits to evaluate mold contamination properties. The results and the chemical compositions of the pellets are described in Table 5. FIG. 1 The pictures of the mold surface are shown in ((a) Pellets 500, (b) Pellets 700 and (c) Pellets 1000). TABLE 5 Pellets Pellets Pellets 500 700 1000 Amounts in aromatic Aromatic polycarbonate resin 100 100 100 polycarbonate resin (A) composition Phosphorus heat (B-I): S-9228 0.05 0.05 0.05 (parts by mass) stabilizers (B-II): AS2112 0.1 0.1 0.1 (B) Polyalkylene PB-500 0.6 glycol compound PB-700 0.6 (C) PB-1000 0.6 Epoxy compound 2021P 0.10 0.10 0.10 (D) Mold contamination properties (presence Substantially Negligibly present at Slightly present at or absence of white deposits) absent the tip of the drop the periphery and tip of the drop From Table 5, it has been shown that mold contamination is smaller with decreasing molecular weight of the polyalkylene glycol compound (C). Although the present invention has been described in detail with respect to some specific embodiments, the skilled person will appreciate that various modifications are possible within the spirit and scope of the invention. This application is based upon Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-019437 filed on Feb. 3, 2015, Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-118442 filed on Jun. 11, 2015, Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-218550 filed on Nov. 6, 2015, and Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-218551 filed on Nov. 6, 2015, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING FIG. 1 is a set of pictures of molds which illustrate results of evaluation of mold contamination properties in Examples.
April 2018 Update: Council has endorsed revised concept plans for both projects. Click on the links above for more information. Overview During the development of North Cowichan’s 2011 Official Community Plan, the community strongly identified the need to plan for and develop affordable housing stock. The OCP is strongly supportive of affordable housing: - Policy 2.5.2.3: “The Municipality supports the development of new market forms of affordable housing, both for rent and purchase.” - Policy 2.5.2.4.B: “The Municipality will work in partnership with other government agencies, the private sector, non-profit organizations and service agencies to ensure the provision of affordable housing for seniors or other special needs residents in North Cowichan.” In 2015, the current Council identified affordable housing as one of its top 20 priorities. Since then, Council has taken a number of steps to make progress on this goal, including entering into an agreement with the Community Land Trust Foundation of BC (CLTFBC) to explore the feasibility of affordable housing on two Municipally-owned properties.	https://www.northcowichan.ca/EN/main/departments/planning-development/community-planning/affordable-housing.html
For Subramanyam D., an IBM employee, tea breaks have become more interesting. Over the past month, the 35-year-old has been going to a small garden plot next to his office building where he’s growing spinach and tomato. In the same block, there are 70 other garden plots, each measuring 16-30 sq. ft. During lunch hours and tea breaks, IBM employees mill around their plots, busy weeding, watering or harvesting their produce. All this is happening in one of Bengaluru’s busiest tech parks—the Embassy Manyata Business Park. There are over 700 such plots spread across the one-acre tech park. An initiative of Embassy Services, an arm of real estate developer Embassy Group, Urban Green was introduced two years ago and has since become popular among people who work in the area. Till date, over 2,000 people have registered to be owners of gardening plots, which are allocated, for three months, on first-come, first-serve basis. No fees charged and the plots are rotated among the users. A trend in the making? In the West, corporate-backed employee gardens are quite popular. Companies like Google, Yahoo and PepsiCo encourage employees to engage in gardening as a way to boost their mood and productivity. While majority of Indian corporates and startups are yet to wake up to the benefits of gardening, workers are enjoying the perks of spending time with plants. “I always spend about 10 minutes during the day at my plot. It’s a break from work and a good way to unwind instead of checking your phone or just chatting," says Suresh Krishna, 29, a network engineer with HCL in Bengaluru, who has a plot inside the Manyata campus where he grows brinjal and coriander. Productivity and well-being are not the only positives, though. For those like Subramanyam, who come from an agricultural background or have grown up in homes with gardens, taking time out from work during middle of the day is a way to connect with their roots. “My father is a farmer from Nagpur and he was grooming me to follow in his footsteps. When I moved to Bengaluru, I always wanted some land to cultivate but that’s not easy to do. With this plot, I am able to grow two types of vegetables at a time and there is some satisfaction in consuming what you grow," says Subramanyam. He often barters his spinach for some coriander from his colleague, Lakshmi Narayana, who also grows carrots in his plot. “I get three-four palak bunches at a time. So I share it with colleagues," Subramanyam says. A block away from their plots is Krishna’s piece of land. A few days ago, he harvested a crop of methi (fenugreek). “In my hometown (Telangana), we had a garden where we grew bitter gourd, bottle gourd and other vegetables. I was always keen on gardening so I enjoy doing this," says Krishna. With the success of the Bengaluru model, Embassy introduced workplace gardening at Embassy TechZone in Pune as well last year. At present, there are more than 3,000 users across 800-plus plots in Embassy’s Bengaluru and Pune tech parks. Gayatree Joshi, facility manager at Pune’s real estate company CBRE, has been gardening at the Pune tech park for close to a year now. “From tomatoes to chillies and green peas, I have been growing a number of vegetables," says 37-year-old, who also has a terrace garden at home. Since the employees may not always be able to tend to their plots on a daily basis, Embassy has created an ecosystem to support them. Seeds and saplings are provided to employees at no cost, and a horticultural team is always available to help with the daily upkeep of the plots. There are also vermicomposting pits at designated points where grass trimmings and dry leaves are composted and used as fertilizer. Among the few companies that actively support workplace gardening is Bengaluru’s Sasken Technologies. Next to its office building, the company has a 1.5 acre organic farm. Sunil Dath, head (facilities and IT), says, “Based on our CFO’s (chief financial officer) recommendation, we decided to convert this barren land into a green space. Apart from growing vegetables such as corn, tomato, spinach, methi, beetroot, drumstick and papaya, we have pledged to plant 4,000 seed balls (seeds embedded inside a ball-shaped mixture of mud and manure, and then dried) every year." He adds, “Employees take part in making these seed balls which are later distributed among them as well as neighbouring schools. With a 40% higher chance of germination, these can be scattered on barren landscapes or empty plots during the monsoons." While the farm is looked after by a team of gardeners, employees are encouraged to volunteer. Shailendra Patil, assistant facility manager who has been dubbed the “green man of Sasken", says, “Every time a crop is harvested, employees come down to help clear the plot and sow seeds. Also, a lot of us just like to walk around the farm which is like a green oasis in the middle of a concrete jungle," says Patil. They even sell the produce harvested to employees at nominal rates. “Every alternate weekend, a mandi is set up in the canteen and we send mailers informing everyone," says Patil, adding that they sold about 800kg of produce last year. Suresh Hedge, who is also part of the facility team, enjoys spending part of his lunch or tea break strolling through the farm. “We treat the garden as our own and it has also given a chance to bond with people across different departments when we come together for any gardening activity," says Hedge. While offices like Sasken have the luxury of space to set up gardens, many corporate establishments have to rely on indoor plants. At the Indian Autism Centre in Kolkata, employees haven’t let the lack of outdoor gardening space deter them from going green. The office has about 500 plants spread across the workspace. What’s more, the employees are given a desk plant when they join the organization. Sakhi Singhi, project coordinator at the centre, has three desk plants—aloe vera, aglaonema and dracena. “When I come in to work, I water my plants and clear dried leaves instead going over WhatsApp messages. I think it just helps clear your mind having this greenery around and prepares you better for the day ahead."
How to Have That Awkward Conversation with an Employee Leading a company and managing a team is a highly respected position, where you can create relationships among employees while using your skill set to habitually motivate and work towards a common goal. But what happens when an uncomfortable situation involving employee(s) and productivity affects the workplace? What is the best way to tackle the problem head-on to promote resolution? Throughout your career, you can expect circumstances calling for your intervention to arise. When dealing with situations such as missing deadlines or going over budgets, the protocol to addressing it is fairly straightforward; however, when dealing with more complex situations-such as poor hygiene and money issues- the formalities usually aren’t so clear. Here, we are going to list 9 ways to have that talk no one wants to have: - Just do it: Just as Nike’s famous words state, the likelihood of moving forward is unlikely unless action is taken and fears are faced head-on to resolve any issue. Habitually, people avoid conflict to prevent potentially unpleasant situations involving emotion and common defense-but continuing to put off a problem only increases the chance of backlash. Take a moment and consider that, usually, employees don’t realize how a certain behavior is affecting those around them, and may actually appreciate you bringing it to their attention in a proper manner. - Be Prepared: When bringing up an certain matter to an employee or employees, it’s important to have the facts and any proof in front of you for reference. Taking on the role of a business leader, you also take on the responsibility of a coach, so you must provide everything in order for your employees to succeed. Additionally, be sure that you document any conflict and implement policies to reference for certain situations. - Choose the Right Setting: It’s important that when initiating a professional discussion, it is done so at the right setting to help set the right tone. For casual conversation, a coffee shop or lunch spot may be chosen in accordance with a laid-back tone. For more serious discussion, a professional setting-such as your own office-serves more practical in delivering a formal message. - Forget Emotions: When triggered, its human nature to immediately succumb to emotion and react, but-from a professional stance-this response only initiates additional emotion from the other party. Remember that, as a leader, your meetings are based around facts-and these unique situations should be no exception. Avoid using phrases such as “I feel” or “I’m disappointed’ to avoid any bias. - Set a Positive Tone: Setting a positive tone before a meeting even happens is crucial to help prevent defensive and emotional reaction. Try sparking the conversation by asking how the employee is doing or how they are feeling about joining the team. Establishing an open dialogue will prevent any defensive reaction or loss of motivation. - A witness may be needed: If this is a serious talk, you should have someone else-such as an HR representative-in the room. This becomes increasingly important when dealing with issues of policy violations, behavioral issues or anything that may require disciplinary coaching. However, you should never have another employee in the room acting as a witness. - Hold everyone to the same standard: When leading a team, each individual should be held-equally-to the same appropriate standard. Consistently enforcing performance expectations outline by the company closes the possibility of an individual or group of individuals to take personal offense. - Confidential: When addressing problems between employees, it is your responsibility to keep the matter only between the involved parties as best as you can. Keep others out of the situation to protect their privacy. - Review the situation: After you complete your conversation discussing the matter at hand, remember to check-in with the employee later. By offering positive reinforcement and encouraging direction, you’re demonstrating your continuous support for your team. While the idea of a distraction-free workplace is unlikely, the ability for you to improve addressing and resolving these issues with discussion is likely. Remember that by facing your fears and tackling issues head-on, you are not only preventing future complication, you are demonstrating yourself as a respected leader in the workplace. Doing so tarnishes any sort of toxic work environment and instead promotes an environment of ethic and morale. If you’re still having trouble taking the first step in handling these conversations, or-despite your greatest efforts- there is little to no progress, we can help you. Contact our team at MCDA CCG, INC. today and we will match you with one of our skilled professionals to help guide and coach you throughout this entire process-sharpening your skills and building up your confidence . We offer competitive pricing and personalized solutions tailored to fit you and your company, providing you the ability to continue to motivate and support your employees.	https://mcdaccginc.com/2021/05/18/how-to-have-that-awkward-conversation-with-an-employee/
Jan 25, 2018 Our guest today is Maggie Harcourt, author of the YA novels The Last Summer of Us, Unconventional, and the forthcoming Theatrical. We talked about our respective fandoms past and present, her experience of conventions, why fanfiction can be a useful tool for the beginner writer, and much more. Books mentioned on the show: Unconventional, by Maggie Harcourt Theatrical, by Maggie Harcourt Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell, by Susanna Clarke Hold Back the Stars, by Katie Khan Wing Jones/The Heartbeats of Wing Jones, by Katherine Webber The Loneliest Girl in the Universe, by Lauren James The Hate U Give, by Angie Thomas Me Before You, by Jojo Moyes After You, by Jojo Moyes Still Me, by Jojo Moyes The Feed, by Nick Clark Windo Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, by Gail Honeyman Trying, by Emily Phillips I Am Thunder, by Muhammad Khan ***** Support Claire on Patreon to get bonus content and personalised book recommendations. Buy Brit Lit Podcast merch to show your love for your podcast and help support it. For daily news and views from British books and publishing, follow the Brit Lit Blog.	http://britlitpodcast.libsyn.com/09-so-invested-in-characters
about 90 kilometres (56 mi) between the Teesta and Raidak rivers in Assam. The width of the Sivalik Hills varies from 10 to 50 km (6.2 to 31.1 mi), their average elevation is 1,500 to 2,000 m (4,900 to 6,600 ft). Other spelling variations used include Shivalik and Siwalik, originating from the Hindi and Nepali word shiwalik paiwat. Other names include Churia hills, Chure hills, and Margalla hills. Geologically, the Sivalik Hills belong to the tertiary deposits of the outer Himalayas. They are chiefly composed of sandstone and conglomerate rock formations, which are the solidified detritus of the great mountain range to their north, but often poorly consolidated. The remnant magnetization of siltstones and sandstones suggests a depositional age of 16-5.2 million years with Karnali River exposing the oldest part of the Sivalik Hills in Nepal. They are the southernmost and geologically youngest east-west mountain chain of the Himalayas. They have many sub-ranges and extend west from Arunachal Pradesh through Bhutan to West Bengal, and further westward through Nepal and Uttarakhand, continuing into Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir. The hills are cut through at wide intervals by numerous large rivers flowing south from the Himalayas. They are bounded on the south by a fault system called the Main Frontal Thrust, with steeper slopes on that side. Below this, the coarse alluvial Bhabar zone makes the transition to the nearly level plains. Rainfall, especially during the summer monsoon, percolates into the bhabar, then is forced to the surface by finer alluvial layers below it in a zone of springs and marshes along the northern edge of the Terai or plains. North of the Sivalik Hills the 1,500-3,000 meter Lesser Himalayas also known as the Mahabharat Range rise steeply along fault lines. In many places the two ranges are adjacent but in other places structural valleys 10-20 km wide separate them. The remains of the Lower Paleolithic (ca. 500,000 to 125,000 BP) Soanian culture have been found in the Siwalik region. Contemporary to the Acheulean, the Soanian culture is named after the Soan Valley in the Siwalik Hills of Pakistan. The bearers of this culture were Homo erectus. Low population densities in the Siwalik and along the steep southern slopes of the Mahabharat Range, plus virulent malaria in the damp forests on their fringes create a cultural, linguistic and political buffer zone between dense populations in the plains to the south and the "hills" beyond the Mahabharat escarpment, isolating the two populations from each other and enabling different evolutionary paths with respect to language, race and culture. People of the Lepcha tribe inhabit the Sikkim and Darjeeling areas. Name the highest peak of Shivalik range.	http://www.imsharma.com/2016/04/himachal-gk-shivalik-hills.html?showComment=1543819956382
Jazz is a combination of dance styles that come from the musical theatre arts. Also known as modern dance or jazz ballet, it is often used in musical theatre, commercials and music video clips. Jazz takes some technique from Classical Ballet. A typical jazz class begins with a warm up that is focused on stretching and isolating different body parts. Then the class starts learning separate moves like turns, jumps, leaps and pirouettes. A short, step-by-step routine is taught accompanied by popular music (i.e. Top 40, Pop or RnB). The class ends with a short cool-down and stretching.	https://au.all.biz/jazz-dance-classes-s12658
For the study, Peters and colleagues — including co-corresponding author and lead biostatistician Li Hsu, Ph.D., also of Fred Hutch, analyzed data from 10 large population-based studies in North America, Australia and Germany. They compared genetic and lifestyle data from 8,624 people who developed colorectal cancer with that of 8,553 people who did not (both groups were matched by age and gender). While regular use of aspirin and NSAIDS was associated with an overall reduced risk of colorectal cancer, the researchers found no such protective effect among about 9 percent of the study participants who had genetic variations on chromosome 15. What’s more, about 4 percent of the participants who carried two even rarer genotypes on chromosome 12 had an increased risk of colorectal cancer. Understanding the interplay between such genetic variations and the use of aspirin and NSAIDs, also known as “gene-by-environment interactions,” eventually may help identify those who could benefit most from these medications for cancer prevention as well as those who should steer clear of them. Peters and colleagues are planning a larger follow-up study in the next several years with even greater statistical power to see if they can replicate their findings. “We would certainly like to validate the results … and truly see whether we can understand the biological mechanisms of these gene-by-environment interactions,” Hsu said. “If it does hold true, it will have tremendous impact as to which subset of the group would benefit from using NSAIDs to reduce their [colorectal cancer] risk and in which group it may be harmful if they take NSAIDs. “There’s a long way between our finding and a public health impact, but that’s the reason why we study the gene-by-environment interaction,” Hsu said. Data for the study came from the Colorectal Cancer Family Registry, an international consortium coordinated by Fred Hutch; and the Genetics and Epidemiology of Colorectal Cancer Consortium, or GECCO. Fred Hutch houses GECCO’s coordinating center; Peters is its principal investigator. Collaborators included co-senior and co-corresponding author Andrew Chan, M.D., M.P.H. of the Massachusetts General Hospital; and first author Hongmei Nan, M.D., Ph.D., of Indiana University. Support for the study included grants from the National Cancer Institute and the National Institute for Diabetes and Kidney Diseases, among other funding sources.	http://cancer-facts.info/cancer-news/link-between-aspirin-nsaids-and-colon-cancer-prevention-may-hinge-on-genetic-variations/
When Roger Bannister ran 3:59.4 in Oxford on May 6, 1954, to become the first man to break the four-minute barrier for one mile, he was instantly immortalised. The feat is undoubtedly the greatest athletics achievement of all time, possibly even the top sporting moment in history. It is, quite simply, the Everest of athletics. Don’t take my word for it. “It is right up there with Bobby Moore lifting the World Cup for England,” said Seb Coe, when I interviewed him for Athletics Weekly’s “sub-four special” issue in 2004 – a magazine that marked the 50th anniversary of Bannister’s run at Iffley Road and proved one of the most popular issues ever. Now, we find ourselves on the eve of the 60th anniversary of the famous feat. Bannister himself is bringing out a new autobiography, Twin Tracks, and he was also at a publicity event recently with Diane Charles and David Weir to promote the Bupa Westminster Mile in London on May 24. Running under her maiden name of Leather, Charles was the first woman to break the five-minute barrier for the mile – also in 1954 – while Weir hopes to become the world’s first sub-three-minute miler in a wheelchair on the roads of the Westminster event. So why such fascination with a four-minute mile as opposed to the many other barriers in athletics? For starters, the mile is a distance most people are familiar with. When describing how far away something is, most answer in ‘miles’. In addition, the mile is part of the holy trinity of athletics distances – the other two being the 100 metres and marathon. Secondly, the quest for the four-minute mile has quite beautiful symmetry. It involves running four laps in four minutes – with each lap run in one minute. It is neither too short, nor too long – ideal for most people’s attention span. In fact, it is the perfect distance to allow the story of the race to unfold. Like a short play, it has a clear opening, middle-section and ending. Physically, it also demands a marvellous mix of speed, stamina, strength, strategy and courage. Even when Eamonn Coghlan set his famous world indoor mile record of 3:49.59 in 1983 – an achievement that celebrated its 31st anniversary a few days ago – it was on a 176-yard track, making it a symmetrical 10 laps to the mile. To appreciate the significance of Bannister’s sub-four-minute mile it is important, too, to recognise the sociological setting in 1954 when he broke the barrier. Britain had just emerged from World War II and was coming through a period of rationing. The nation – indeed the entire world – was looking for hope and inspiration. And Bannister helped provide it. The story behind the race was also inspirational. Bannister and his fellow “miling musketeers”– Chris Brasher and Chris Chataway – who helped pace him on that famous day more than half a century ago, all went on to be massive successes in their chosen fields post-athletics. Bannister’s rivalry with Australian miler John Landy added spice to the scenario. Meanwhile, the story of the day itself, where gusty winds made a record attempt appear unlikely until the last moment, is quite glorious. Of course, in recent years many runners have broken four minutes, making the feat look relatively ordinary. But it is still an achievement that all aspiring middle-distance men have near the top of their “to do” list. And the sport is also full of ambitious runners who were not quite talented enough to pull it off. As for Roger Bannister, well, he was the man who burst the dam – and he fully deserves his place in the history books. Is it the greatest performance in athletics history? I would say so – and by an absolute mile!	https://www.athleticsweekly.com/blog/sub-4-fever-1245/
UPDATE 1-Jobs met with Apple board, top team on Wed.-source NEW YORK Aug 24 Steve Jobs, who stepped down as Apple Inc's (AAPL.O) chief executive on Wednesday, spent all day at the company's Silicon Valley headquarters, meeting with the board and his top team, according to a source familiar with the matter. Jobs, a pancreatic cancer survivor, plans to be active in his new role as chairman of Apple's board, the source said. Jobs issued a brief statement earlier saying he could no longer fulfill the duties of CEO and was passing the reins to Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook. (Writing by Martinne Geller; Editing by Gary Hill) Trending Stories Sponsored Topics Reuters is the news and media division of Thomson Reuters. Thomson Reuters is the world's largest international multimedia news agency, providing investing news, world news, business news, technology news, headline news, small business news, news alerts, personal finance, stock market, and mutual funds information available on Reuters.com, video, mobile, and interactive television platforms. Learn more about Thomson Reuters products:
Subscribe to our Newsletter to stay updated about latest activities and events. Recent News Exhibition: “Time is running out. Climate change perception of a generation” Date: 9th November 2021 – 20th March 2022Time: Tuesday-Sunday, 10-20hVenue: Valencian Museum of EthnologyMore information at: https://letno.dival.es/en/exposicion/temporal-exposition/el-temps-esta-destarifat Climate change is an undeniable truth, but it seems that we continue to consider that it does not concern us directly, as if it only affected the thaw in the Arctic, the polar bears or the glaciers of […] How do local gardeners teach us about climate change impacts in the Mediterranean region? Threatened urban gardens’ ecosystem services in Cataluña. At the beginning of April 2021, I started going to Sant Cugat del Vallès, a municipality located in the metropolitan area of Barcelona, Spain, to collect LICCI data for my master thesis. The main focus of my research was to understand the climate change impacts that local gardeners […] Local fishers teach us about climate change impacts on the northern Catalan coast On April 9th, 2021, I arrived in Costa Brava, on the northern Catalan coast (Spain), to collect LICCI data from local artisanal fishers’ perspectives for my master’s thesis. I was seeking to learn how climate change affected local fishers and how fishers responded to climate change effects. To do so, I decided to visit six […] Debates A-4U: “Securing Food Production in a Climate Change Environment” Date: Thursday, November 25th 2021Time: 10.30 CETVenue: UAB- Sala d’actes Rectorat and online Information and registration here (on-site and online) We are glad to inform you that next Thursday, November 25th, the UAB will hold the third session of the Series of Debates “Reshaping the Dialogue with Contemporary African Worlds”, organised by the Alianza 4 Universidades (A-4U). This session is co-organized by the […] The COP26, adaptation to climate change and Indigenous Peoples and local communities Adaptation, Loss and Damage 26 years after the first COP in 1995, the concentration of atmospheric greenhouse gases is higher than ever before – despite a little drop in CO2 emissions in 2019 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. As a consequence, reaching the goal of the Paris Agreement of staying below +1.5ºC temperature increase […] Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities. A new online course Climate change impacts vary among different social groups, who perceive and adapt to it in different ways. In this course, students will: a) understand the differentiated impacts that climate change has on Indigenous Peoples and local communities (IPLC); b) familiarize themselves with different responses to climate change impacts led by IPLC; and c) learn about […] LICCI on air Using proverbs to study local perceptions of climate change: a case study in Sierra Nevada (Spain) David Garcia (LICCI core team) spoke on SER Radio about the project conducted with María Garteizgogeascoa and Victoria Reyes (LICCI core team) in Sierra Nevada (Spain), using the local knowledge embodied in proverbs to explore climate change impacts at local […] Are we reaching the tipping point? Brussels – July 2021 While pursuing master studies in tropical ecosystems and biodiversity at the Free University of Brussels (VUB/ULB), I engaged as an intern at the LICCI project because of my particular interest in sustainable management in coastal and marine socio-ecological systems. Specifically, regarding the local perspectives —which is the core research focus of […] Kéré or the massive impact of Climate change on hunger.	https://licci.eu/news/
Not to rain on anyone's parade but as go is a two-player-game Black's play in the handicap game was a direct result of White's play. And as far as handicap go goes, White's play was highly unimaginative (and as a similar handicap player myself, I know what I talk about :p). Taking gote with no follow-ups on multiple occaisons, fixing shapes early and most importantly not posing any difficulties to Black or even asking questions about groups or connections. That being said: Black's strategy starting with was consistently follow-up and worked in the end, kudos to that! And move 156 was certainly a superb find. By my estimate White managed to catch up one handicap stone by the start of endgame but then ramped up its game heavily and got all the big points to almost caught up the rest of them. Almost meaning Black would have won with at least Komi, anyway (that's my best guess ; )). Some comments because I do find a couple of noteworthy moves ; ) \|Author:\|\|Bill Spight [ Mon Apr 27, 2020 9:44 am ]\| \|Post subject:\|\|Re: Looking for Reviews on My Games\| \| \| jlt wrote: Another point is that White's O6 group is not secure yet. It is not very weak, but doesn't have eyes yet, so you can harass it a bit, maybe by playing around O10. If you can force the opponent to defend, then you get stones in the center for free, and these stones may be useful later to prepare an invasion or a reduction, or to save another one of your own groups that might be in difficulty later. The hane at L-06 is also good, as is the eye stealing tesuji at O-08. \|Author:\|\|zafuri95 [ Sun Dec 06, 2020 12:19 am ]\| \|Post subject:\|\|Re: Looking for Reviews on My Games\| \| \| New updates came in. So I've played against the same club player which I posted in the beginning of this thread yesterday in our league. He is now way stronger that he was before (about 2-3D now). I've missed a lot of progress during these period so the league system had me taking 4 stones handicap and I got rolled over. We've reviewed the technical parts and he is very experienced with the tricks and techniques. He worked very hard, played lots of games during these period and got a teacher too. That made me believe if I'd been working hard the right way I too can get to Dan level. I'm looking at a mentality fix because I was amazed how he got the center territory nicely, which kinda resonates with how I won my game against the Singapore 3Dan which I forgot how I'd managed to do it. So I'm looking for review with opinions/comments on how I should change the way I look at my Go games. Somehow I think it was my overall strategy that got it all wrong, my direction of play has issues. In this game I find that I've missed out many vital points and my stones just doesn't seem to work together. Some side notes:- 1. During the game, I dug myself a hole thinking at 4 handicaps securing the corner is enough. Maybe I was wrong...? 2. During review, I noticed all my stones are on themselves and there were no connections and I think it was duer to my wrong strategy in the beginning which made me got into the absurd situation 3. I often heard my club Dan players to tell us Kyus to master the basics, what are the basics? And they often mention "Go out into center", and "Connect your stones", it felt like it has to do with "Direction of Play", but it's too abstract that I still don't really get it to apply into my games. Can any Dan players here share about your personal experience on Direction of Play and the Basics? 4. I actually have the tendency to be comfortable with secured points and neglecting that my opponent is building moyo / influence, then I got myself into trouble because I need to do deep invasions and try to be a hero to neutralize the influences, then got beat up or if I lucky I got away with a win. \|Author:\|\|Bill Spight [ Sun Dec 06, 2020 10:23 am ]\| \|Post subject:\|\|Re: Looking for Reviews on My Games\| \| \| A few comments. Main focus: Shape and tesuji. Also: Cut sector lines.	https://www.lifein19x19.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=17382&start=20&view=print
Twenty-five per cent of teenagers would be prepared to steal a computer game if they could not afford it, according to a study to be presented at the BSA conference. Just over a quarter of the teenagers said that they found it difficult to stop playing the games. The study, conducted by Ken Parsons, senior lecturer in sociology at Manchester Metropolitan University, involved interviews with 61 teenagers in a youth club and further education college in Crewe and Dundee. The youth club did not have any computers, so Dr Parsons avoided the trap of interviewing only the most dedicated players, as would be the case in games halls. Nevertheless, he found that 70 per cent of the study group owned their own computers, and not one of the remaining 30 per cent said that they did not want to own one. "I was surprised because the teenagers in this cohort were not affluent - most of their parents were in low-income jobs," he says. Dr Parsons's study, which also involved a review of existing research, outlines three areas of concern around computer games. First, they take children away from outdoor sports and could therefore have a bad effect on their health and are addictive. Some 90,000 youngsters a year seek help for addictions to gambling, and the games pose a new snare. Second, they are expensive and at about Pounds 40 a time many parents feel it is impossible to satisfy their children's demands. Dr Parsons found that a quarter of the teenagers in the study would steal to overcome this problem. Third, the games can be viewed as racist, sexist and classist. Dr Parsons found that although 92 per cent of the females said they enjoyed the more whimsical, less aggressive games, and their preferred character was Sonic the Hedgehog, 82 per cent of the 35 males he talked to enjoyed the violence and aggression in most games. Their favourite games included Mortal Combat and Heavyweight Champ. "I am not advocating that such games be banned," he says. "But parents and those involved in working with young people need to be more alive to the dangers they pose." Register to continue Why register? - Registration is free and only takes a moment - Once registered, you can read 3 articles a month - Sign up for our newsletter Subscribe Or subscribe for unlimited access to:	https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/teenagers-feel-need-to-steal-for-a-game/97482.article
The projects of the electronic government include dozens of different information systems (IS), registers, State databases (SDB), hundreds if applications and services. To them refer IS “E-Akimat”, IS “E-Notary”, SDB “Individual entities”, SDB “Legal entities”, SDB “Real estate register”, Integrated system of documents management of state agencies, Integrated ISC “PSC”, IS SDB “E-Licensing”, intranet-portal of state agencies, gateway and payment gateway of the electronic government and many others. We will tell you about some of the systems which you may use and apply independently. Goal of the project: The "E-licensing "State database" information system was created to automate the processes of licensing and permits and to ensure an effective and transparent mechanism for information interaction between government agencies – licensors and the business community of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The system was implemented in the framework of the program of formation and development of "electronic government" in the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the State Program on Forced Industrial-Innovative Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2010-2014. Stage 2 – 2012 - 2014 - automation of permits. From 2015 to the current day, the maintenance and modification of the E-licensing SDB IS is carried out. Integrated information system “E-notary” is developed with the aim to improve the control over the activity of notary officers and optimization of their work. The system involves registration of notary activities in electronic register and brings benefit to all the participants of juridical acts. “E-notary” system allows notary officers to check authenticity of the documents, get valid real estate data, maintain records of inheritance cases and goodwill. Citizens served by notaries can be confident that the data is reliable and legal transactions are legitimate. The creation of the Open Government began in 2013. To date, the Open Government continues to evolve as part of the implementation of the Fifth Institutional Reform to form an accountable state, including the implementation of the 94 and 96 steps. The Laws of RK “On Access to Information” of 15.11.2015, “On Informatization” of 24.11.2015 were adopted. The Open Government consists of such components as: Open Data, Open RLA, Open Dialogue, Open Budgets, as well as Assessment of the Effectiveness of Government Agencies. In 2014, we launched the Open Data and the Open RLA. In 2015, the Open Budget and Open Dialog components were launched. In 2017, we launched the Evaluation of the effectiveness of government activities. The Open Data - raising public awareness of key and socially significant areas of government activity and providing the possibility of creating new applications based on open data. The Open Budgets to facilitate representation of citizens about the concept of "budget" in the state and to promote the development of an active civil position through public control over the spending of budget funds. The Open dialogue - to provide citizens with the opportunity to interact with the first leaders of state bodies directly. The Evaluation of the effectiveness of state bodies - to provide citizens with information on the results of the assessment of the effectiveness of state bodies, as well as improve citizens' understanding of the evaluation system. The Open Data portal is a platform where publicly accessible data of state bodies are placed in a machine-readable form, which allows society to receive reliable open data from information holders in a convenient form, including for reuse. The beta version of the open data portal was first launched in 2013, to date, more than 3,000 open data sets have been published on the portal. In addition, an application programming interface (API) is available on the portal, through which data can be accessed through requests. Based on the open data, 23 mobile applications and services have been developed and placed for downloading due to the increase in the amount of data, as well as the conduct of events such as competitions and hackathons. The Open RLA portal is a single platform for discussion of draft bills, draft standards of public services and permits. Everyone can express their opinion and take part in the development of the RLA. The Open RLA allow each citizen to get acquainted with the project before he goes to the government agency and higher authorities for approval. In 2015, the Open RLA portal was launched, where there is a public discussion of not only the standards of public services under the Law "On State Services", but also with the adoption of the Law "On Access to Information", it became possible to discuss drafts of all regulatory legal acts and conceptions of bills. For the entire time of the portal operation, more than 31,000 draft regulatory legal acts and draft concepts of draft laws have been posted for public discussion. At the moment, about 600 draft regulatory legal acts and draft law concepts are being publicly discussed on the portal. The Open Dialogue is a platform for establishing effective feedback between government agencies and society. The purpose of the Open Dialogue Internet portal is to provide citizens with the opportunity to interact with the government through portal tools. The procedure for submitting and reviewing applications in the blog platform of the heads of government agencies is prescribed in the law. According to paragraph 5 of Article 11 of the Law "On Access to Information", requests for a blog platform are equated to a written request. The request does not require signing, provided that you have an account on the e-government portal and the subscriber number is connected to it. Since 2012, the blog platform has received more than 241 thousand requests, of which more than 217 thousand questions have been answered. Also, the component includes Internet conferences with the participation of members of the Local Executive Bodies and Central Government Agencies, which are regularly held since 2008 on the "electronic government" web portal. The number of Internet conferences held since 2008 amounted to 424 conferences. The Polls system is a new service in relation to other components of the Open Dialogue. The system is designed to create polls, publish polls on the available channels of "e-government" and "mobile government", save and transmit polling results to clients. The system allows you to pass polls through SMS-messages, mobile applications, Personal Cabinet, Open Dialogue portal, as well as social resources. Since the beginning of 2016, 161 surveys have been conducted. The On-line Service provides citizens with several options, including filing a call by a mobile operator, determining a carrier by phone number, viewing the quality of cellular communication in the context of cities. The purpose of the Open Budgets Internet portal is to facilitate representation of citizens about the concept of "budget" in the state and to promote the development of an active civil position through public control over the spending of budget funds. On the portal of open budgets, pursuant to paragraph 3, Article 17 of the Law "On Access to Information", the placement and public discussion of draft budget programs and reports on the implementation of budget programs is conducted, as well as budget reporting, consolidated financial statements, information on the results of state audit are posted. The portal has now published more than 30,000 projects of budget programs. The portal also published more than 7,633 reports, which include reports on the implementation of budget programs of central state bodies and local executive bodies for the past financial year. Use published budget, consolidated financial statements, as well as the results of state audit and financial control, for further study and analysis.	http://egov.kz/cms/en/information/about/projects
Burns Maendel Consulting Engineers Ltd. (BMCE) is an innovative and entrepreneurial organization built on the expertise of our team. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees to ensure we meet our clients’ needs. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries, health benefits and work within a dynamic environment. BMCE recognizes that the continued success of our firm is dependent upon the capabilities and self-motivation of our people and therefore encourages and supports the continuous growth and development of our employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists Project Engineer in obtaining new Projects - Assists Project Engineer to outline project methodology by ensuring all aspects of the project are discussed. - Assists in the coordination of pricing, estimating, scoping and marketing strategies for proposed projects. - Works closely with Project Engineer to prepare proposals for potential Structural Engineering projects. - Generates project budgets and schedules for review by Project Engineer. - Reviews all documents related to the assigned project with Project Engineer. - Meets with Project Engineer and Client’s where appropriate. - Assists in the preparation of engineering agreements and contracts for projects within the department. Analysis, Design and Project Coordination - Assists the structural project engineer in the analysis and design of various buildings and structures utilizing structural design software or hand calculations as appropriate to prepare engineering and design documents. - Works with project design team which includes junior to senior structural engineers and technologists to complete and review construction drawings. - Perform calculations for submission and review with the Project Engineer. - Works closely with Technologists during the generation of project drawings and specifications. - Reviews structural/building drawings for accuracy and completeness prior to being presented to Project Engineer. - Prepare contract documents and specifications as requested by Project Engineer. - Creates tender documents as required. - Generates preliminary and final reports for projects as assigned by Project Engineer. - Meets with the Project Team and Client’s where appropriate. Project Management Services - Prepares and monitors project budgets for smaller, less complex projects. - Assists in the development of probable construction cost estimates for projects within the department. - Complete site visits and field inspections on projects as requested by the Project Engineer. - Performs project management services on projects as required. - Liaison all necessary information to the client as well as the Project Manager. - Create and maintain a positive working relationship with clients, government agencies, contractors and BMCE team members to ensure that projects run smoothly. - Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects. - Attends client meetings as required based on project schedule. - Reviews construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents. - Serves as onsite project representative. - Visits construction site to monitor progress and other duties per the contract documents. General Duties - Completion of internal forms and documents - Takes active role in business development - Develop and pursue a plan for personal and professional growth - Responsible for job specific quality system tasks as defined in quality manual. - Records notes during client meetings. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university. Summer work experience in the engineering field or co-op experience would also be an asset. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - Valid driver’s license - Registered as an Engineer-in-training with the Engineers and Geoscientists Manitoba (EGM) or similar provincial association regulatory body. Position Duration: Permanent Full Time Location: Brandon, MB Rate of Pay: The successful candidate will be remunerated based on their skills and experience. Closing Date: September 25, 2020 Applicants should submit a resume for consideration to: Burns Maendel Consulting Engineers Ltd. Attn: Human Resources Dept.	https://www.bmce.ca/careers/junior-structural-engineer/
Exclusive THE HEAD of Scotland’s biggest teaching union is urging the threat of co-ordinated strike action on the eve of the next Holyrood election to bolster the chances of an improved pay offer. Larry Flanagan, general secretary of the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS), has also warned that his organisation “seeks to exploit every opportunity offered to us” by next year’s Holyrood elections – with public sector unions potentially teaming up in a bid to force the Scottish Government's hand. The news comes after Education Secretary John Swinney denied that the attainment of school leavers was in decline after new statistics showed qualifications achieved by pupils leaving school have worsened from the previous year. Writing in the next edition of the Scottish Left Review, Mr Flanagan adds: “Previously, the EIS has moved resolutions at both STUC and TUC congresses calling for public sector union unity and joint campaigning, including potentially coordinating industrial action, on pay claims. “The run-up to the 2021 Scottish Parliament elections might seem like an opportune time to re-examine options around such an approach. The EIS would be keen to explore support for this from other unions.” Last year, EIS members accepted a back-dated 13 per cent pay offer from the Scottish Government over a three-year period – hours before a ballot on strike action was set to go ahead. As part of the deal, teachers will receive a further three per cent increase this year. Speaking exclusively to The Herald, Mr Flanagan explained the union’s strong hand in threatening strike action and confirmed the EIS would be “seeking to exploit the political focus” in the lead-up to next year’s elections - with discussions to be held with all parties. He added: “Next year’s elections do give trade unions a bit of leverage. No government wants to go into an election with trade unions agitating on the street over threatening strike action. “Last time, we got over the line on an improved offer that came 24 hours before a ballot for industrial action started. “We were using the same arguments we were using 18 months before. The difference was demonstrating that members were significantly agitated to take strike action. You don’t get to a vote for that from a cold start – people have to be convinced that your arguments are right.” In his article for the Scottish Left Review, Mr Flanagan adds that the EIS is “engaging with political parties ahead of them drawing up their 2021 manifestos” and stresses that “education has become a party-political football”. Mr Swinney will address teachers and educational leaders today – setting the parameters of a review ordered into curriculum and progress made to reduce the attainment gap. Scottish Labour’s education spokesperson, Iain Gray, accused Mr Swinney of being “in denial” after he hit back at claims that attainment is in reverse after Mr Gray tabled a question at Holyrood yesterday. John continues in denial- figures show exam passes and literacy and numeracy attainment all falling & huge 33% gap in univ entry between low and high income groups. Scottish Government statistics show that the number of pupils leaving schools in Scotland with at least one pass at Level 4, Level 5 and at Highers has declined from 2017-18 to 2018-19. But Mr Swinney stressed that “attainment is not falling”. He added: “Young people are acquiring more qualifications today, in terms of the number of young people who are securing one or more passes at SCQF Level 4,5 or 6 than in 2009/10 and in many circumstances before that. “That’s the facts of the performance of attainment. Yes, there will be annual volatility – but in comparison to 2009-10, attainment is up.” Scottish Liberal Democrat education spokesperson Beatrice Wishart claimed that the Scottish Government has had plenty of time to make improvements in education. She said: “Pass rates fluctuate year on year but falls across the board expose the serious challenges facing Scottish education. “This government has been in power for well over a decade." 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Today, Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust released a statement in response to a bipartisan effort by VCU students against the proposed 6.8% - 8.1% tuition hike being considered by the VCU Board of Visitors this Friday, May 11th. In a joint statement released earlier today, the VCU Young Democrats and the VCU College Republicans expressed a "firm and unwavering opposition" to the proposed tuition hike while calling for "full transparency." Other student organizations that have expressed opposition to the tuition increase proposals include the Young Democratic Socialists at VCU and the Students for Equal Adjunct Pay. "It's encouraging to see VCU students across the political spectrum take a united stance against a proposed tuition hike that would have significant impact on the student body," said Stacie Gordon, State Advocacy Manager for Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust. "These students deserve to have their voices and concerns heard when it comes to the cost of their education, but there is a startling lack of accountability and transparency in the tuition setting process. It's concerning that university leadership would proceed without a public comment period at their board meeting - it's exactly this kind of situation which led the Virginia House of Delegates to pass public comment legislation this session." Last week, Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust launched a digital campaign to provide students and parents of Virginia Commonwealth University a platform to voice their concerns over the tuition hike proposals. The campaign includes an online petition, email campaign, and a video ad featuring current VCU students who express frustration over the rising cost of tuition and the lack of transparency in the budgetary process. In less than a week, over 300 individuals have signed the online petition and sent nearly 1,700 emails to VCU leaders calling on them to stop the tuition hike.
Black couples are talking about their love lives as part of a study under way at Loyola University in Chicago. “Most research on relationship function focuses on white couples,” said Tracy DeHart, a social psychologist at Loyola. The data pool focused strictly on black couples is small, she said. DeHart and Anthony Burrow, a developmental psychologist at Cornell University, are leading a study on 150 black couples to fill in the gap. There might be experiences specific to black couples that aren’t being examined, DeHart said, adding that the project has been under development for about three years. “Our relationship functioning is so closely linked to our mental and physical health,” DeHart said. The unique factors that lead to stress in black couple interaction should be noted, she said. The study, which began in January and is funded by the National Science Foundation, explores couples’ interactions through a three-week diary. People report on how they feel about themselves, their relationships, their positive and negative experiences, she said. Burrow, a former professor at Loyola, said the study will evaluate the couples every day in real time. “We not only get a sense of how their daily experiences shape their moods,” he said, “we also can see how an individual’s daily experiences, if shared with their partner, may impact their partner’s well-being.” Clinical psychologist Melissa Blount said: “There are universal truths that exist in all relationships. From my experience, when people are in love and they’re hurting it all looks the same.” From a social, cultural and economic standpoint, she said, couples face different issues. Unemployment, health problems and “residue of racial discrimination,” Blount said, are concerns she’s found specifically damaging to black relationships. “Your availability to resources and tools are limited when your finances are limited,” said Blount, who spent three years counseling couples in Chicago. “That makes it harder for your relationship to thrive and survive.” Also, if a person is under pressure because of real or perceived racial discrimination, she said, it will impact his or her partner. Upbringing and finances are the major differences between blacks and whites, said Clifton Jackson, 36, who has been with his girlfriend Bertrice Horton, 32, for two and a half years. They are not participants in the Loyola study. The environments in which many black people are reared shape how they behave in relationships, he said. Jackson adds that he was taught to lead in a relationship and that’s what he does. “You have to learn how to love and have a relationship,” Jackson said. Burrow said that there is no evidence proving whether black couples are different from other racial ethnic groups. “The whole objective here is not to compare,” he said, referring to the study. “I think historically what happens is either black or other minority ethnic groups are left out of the conversation all together, or there is a comparison in which one group ends up being viewed as the standard. “We want to supply a research-based understanding of African-American couples’ romantic relationships functioning to a literature that has already recognized the importance of romantic relationship functioning, but has not fully explored what this looks like in a specific cultural context.” The purpose is to leave the possibility open that black couples’ relationships could be similar with everybody else’s, Burrow said, but to also leave open the potential to find specific cultural “nuances that really shape or impact this particular experience.” Seventy-five couples are participating and applications are still being accepted. The study will last through the fall, and results are expected to be released as soon as next year.	https://www.austinweeklynews.com/2013/05/07/loyola-study-examines-relationships-of-black-couples/
What is a 2.0 GPA? What is a 2.0 GPA? A 2.0 GPA means that you have a solid C average across all of your classes. This GPA is essentially the unofficial cut off point for how low your GPA can be in order to get into college. You have a low chance of getting into with a 2.0 GPA. What is S NS UW? S/NS (Satisfactory/Non Satisfactory) is an optional way for a UW course to be graded pass/fail. When you take a course S/NS, your grade is converted to an S if you earn at least a 2.0 or an NS if your grade is below 2.0. If you earn an NS, you do not receive credit for the course. How do you get a 2.0 GPA? The national average for a GPA is around 3.0 and a 2.0 GPA puts you below that average. A 2.0 GPA means that you’ve gotten only C-s and D+s in your high school classes so far. Since this GPA is significantly below a 2.0, it will make things very difficult for you in the college application process. What is a 75 in GPA on a 4.0 scale? How to Convert Your GPA to a 4.0 Scale \|Letter Grade\|\|Percent Grade\|\|4.0 Scale\| \|B-\|\|80-82\|\|2.7\| \|C+\|\|77-79\|\|2.3\| \|C\|\|73-76\|\|2.0\| \|C-\|\|70-72\|\|1.7\| What GPA do you need to transfer to UW? To have a shot at transferring into UW-Seattle, you should have a current GPA of at least 3.8 – ideally you’re GPA will be around 3.95. In addition, you will need to submit standardized test scores. What application does UW use? How will it work at the UW for freshman applicants? The UW is a single application school: The Coalition application is the UW’s only application for freshman applicants as of autumn 2018. U.S. and international freshmen use the same application. The UW specific application for autumn opens September 1 each year. Is UW Bothell hard to get into? UW Bothell admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 74%. Students that get into UW Bothell have an average SAT score between 1020-1260 or an average ACT score of 19-28. The regular admissions application deadline for UW Bothell is January 15. How do I find my UW ID number? To obtain a UW NetID, you will need your UW ID number. Your ID number can be found on the Application Status page of your online application. Does UW need mid year report? Do not mail high school transcripts or mid-year school reports to the Office of Admissions. If you have your transcripts stored in the Coalition Locker, you must attach them to your UW application. How do I find my UW email? You can access your UW Google email and all other UW Google Apps services by going directly to mail.google.com and logging in with [email protected] as your username. You may also configure UW Google Apps Email on just about any desktop email program or mobile device using instructions provided by Google. How long does it take to hear back from University of Washington? 4-6 weeks Is 2.0 a passing grade? A 2.0 GPA is a full point under the national average, which is a 3.0 GPA. That’s not considered very good, but it isn’t as condemning as a GPA in the 1.0–1.9 range. If you work consistently, you should be able to pull it up above a 3.0. What is a 75 out of 100 grade? \|Letter Grade\|\|Percentage Range\|\|Mid-Range\| \|A+\|\|90% to 100%\|\|95%\| \|A\|\|80% to 89%\|\|85%\| \|B+\|\|75% to 79%\|\|77.5%\| \|B\|\|70% to 74%\|\|72.5%\| How do I check my UW admission status? Already have your UW NetID? Check your application status on MyUW. Then, click on “View your Freshman application status”. How do I check my UW application status? To check your application status: - Visit the MyUW student portal and log in. - Click on the Student Center link located on the upper right corner of the screen. - Any outstanding materials will be noted under “Tasks” on the “To Do List” in your MyUW Student Center.	https://www.meltingpointathens.com/what-is-a-2-0-gpa/
Lucerne Valley Elementary School students were taken on a virtual marine excursion to the Caribbean on February 28 when real-life ocean explorers Wayne and Karen Brown presented “The Silver Bank Humpback Whale Expedition” in Goulding Hall. Students in grades 3 through 6 met a replica 20-foot long baby humpback whale, which looked like ones the Browns saw during a 2016 expedition to the Silver Bank. The area, near the Caribbean Sea, is the world’s largest humpback whale breeding grounds. The assembly began with an introduction to whales in general and humpback whales in particular. Several students were chosen from the audience to demonstrate how whales adapt to their environment. Models were used to help demonstrate how whales are different from bony fish and the different ways whales catch their food. The Lucerne Valley students got to see real whale baleen, teeth, vertebrae and a seven-foot long narhwal tusk. They learned how humpback whales make "bubble nets" to catch the tiny krill. Following the demonstrations, the hosts took the students on an exciting adventure, via a fascinating, high-definition digital multi-image presentation, in search of humpback whales in their winter breeding grounds, in the warm waters of the Silver Bank by the Caribbean Sea. In this multi-image presentation the students joined the Browns on the expedition boat where they met the captain. The students saw male humpback whales competing for mates and heard males singing underwater love songs to attract females. The highlight of the presentation is a swim with a mother humpback whale and her newborn baby. After the multi-image presentation, the students came face-to-face “Herby,” the 20-foot inflatable baby humpback whale. To learn more, visit www.theoceanadventure.com.	https://www.lucernevalleyusd.org/apps/news/article/1007513
Guayaramerin invites very few tourists to its land. This city is connected to many popular cities of Bolivia. Guayaramerin has a limited number of tourist attractions which one can visit. Below is the list of tourist cities which one can visit from Guayaramerin, the distance between cities and time taken to travel from Guayaramerin to other cities. Total population of Guayaramerin is 36008. Add Guayaramerin to your travel plan and view the virtual travel map being create on the right. Read some authentic reviews of Guayaramerin and also share you experience of your stay. Many cities are accessible from Guayaramerin. We have selected the most popular tourist cities that you can visit after Guayaramerin. Based on number of days in hand for vacation these cities have been listed and can be added to your travel itinerary by selecting "Add to Trip" displayed on the right of each city name.	http://www.justorbit.com/south-america/bolivia/guayaramerin-5527/
Xanthan gum is a food additive that is used to thicken and stabilize foods. It is a polysaccharide that is produced by the fermentation of sugars by the Xanthomonas campestris bacterium. Xanthan gum can be mixed with water to form a thickener or stabilizer for many foods. How To Mix Xanthan Gum In Water When you are mixing xanthan gum in water, you want to use a whisk or an immersion blender. This will help to make sure that the xanthan gum is evenly distributed and that there are no clumps. -xanthan gum -water - Add the xanthan gum to a small container or bowl - Measure out the desired amount of xanthan gum powder - Gradually add water, while stirring constantly, until a thick gel forms - The gel can then -Adding too much xanthan gum can cause the mixture to thicken to the point of being inedible. -Too little xanthan gum will not thicken the mixture enough to be effective. -The mixture should be stirred constantly while the xanthan gum is being added in order to avoid clumping. -The mixture should then be allowed to sit for a few minutes so that the xanthan gum can thicken it. Frequently Asked Questions How Do You Dilute Xanthan Gum In Water? The answer to this question depends on the concentration of xanthan gum in the water. Typically, 1% xanthan gum can be diluted in 100 parts water. However, it is best to start with a lower concentration and increase as necessary. Does Xanthan Gum Dissolve In Cold Water? Yes, it does dissolve in cold water. Does Xanthan Gum Need To Be Mixed With Water? Xanthan gum is a thickener used in many food products. It does not need to be mixed with water to work, but it can be if needed. In Closing The best way to mix xanthan gum in water is to add it a little at a time while whisking. This will help to avoid clumps.	https://mossandgrove.com/how-to-mix-xanthan-gum-in-water/
The collections, currently stored underneath the museum, will be moved to a location managed by the Louvre in the city of Lens, in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of northern France, Culture Minister Aurelie Filippetti announced on Friday. Speaking during France’s National Heritage Day, Filippetti said she had called on the culture ministry, the regional government of Nord-Pas-de-Calais, and the management of the Louvre to enact a “complete overhaul” of how the reserve collections were stored. SEE ALSO: Calls for natural disaster aid as Seine floods A spokesperson for the Louvre on Friday told The Local that of the museum’s roughly 460,000 works of art, only 35,000 were on public display, meaning a significant number of pieces could be at risk in the event of a flood. For years, authorities in the French capital have been readying the city for a catastrophic deluge, reminiscent of the Great Flood of 1910. VIDEO: Second victim swept to death in French floods “Will we have a once-in-a-century flood? That’s for sure,” senior Paris official Serge Garrigues told Le Monde in March. “The only question is when. A really big flood would last between 10 and 20 days, during which time we wouldn’t be able to do anything, except survive,” he added. “And any return to normal couldn’t be expected before 45 days,” he said. SEE ALSO: Lourdes clean up begins after 'disastrous' flood recedes For his part, Eric Defertin, in charge of crisis management for the city of Paris, warned that “in principle, the streets of Paris are protected up to a [water] height of 8.62 metres, i.e. the same level as in 1910.” Any more intense flooding than that, though, would place the inhabitants of the city of light in serious danger. As a result, officials have devised an emergency plan of action, code-named Operation Evagglo, which was tested on December 6th after Parisien experts visited parts of the eastern United States hit by Hurricane Sandy in October.	https://www.thelocal.fr/20130913/louvre-treasures-to-be-shipped-off-amid-flood-risk/
Joanna Bogdanska participates in the IR Virtual Series – International Contracts: How has the global pandemic impacted international contracts? Foreward by Andrew Chilvers The COVID-19 pandemic is one of those once-ina-lifetime events that few people predict but which affects everyone – individuals, businesses and governments. During the past four months the pandemic has caused huge disruption to companies across the globe as many have suddenly found it impossible to fulfil their contractual obligations. From retail and the construction industry to hospitality and manufacturing, every area of the world economy has suffered. As a consequence, lawyers and their clients are now rushing to look more closely at the force majeure doctrine as an option for businesses that are no longer able to perform their contractual obligations. Different legal systems have different legislative definitions for force majeure. For instance, English common law – unlike in civil law – has no universal definition. The ability of a contracted party to invoke force majeure will depend on the presence of a force majeure clause and the particular terms set out in the contract. Can force majeure justify a suspension of performance or the unilateral imposition of new deadlines or cancellations of purchase orders? The occurrence of a force majeure event may exclude liability for non-performance or incorrect performance of the agreement. What is more, in cases of changes in circumstances caused by a pandemic, the code rules governing the consequences of a specific type of non-performance in the form of impossibility to perform may apply. If one of the counterclaims has become impossible as a result of circumstances for which neither party is responsible, the party who was to provide it cannot claim the counterclaim and, if it has already received it, is obliged to return it in accordance with the provisions on unjust enrichment. However, it does not justify the unilateral imposition of new deadlines of cancelation of purchase orders. If, due to an extraordinary change in relations, the performance of a benefit would be associated with undue difficulty or would threaten one of the parties with a gross loss, which the parties did not foresee when concluding the contract, the court may, after weighing the interests of the parties, in accordance with the principles of social coexistence, determine the manner of performance, the amount of benefit or even decide to terminate the contract. When terminating the contract, the court may, if necessary, rule on the parties’ accounts (rebus sic stantibus clause). Does the COVID-19 crisis and possible breach of international contracts fundamentally alter assumptions surrounding risk allocation, supply chains and access to markets? The impact of an event such as a pandemic and the associated constraints imposed by public authorities, and thus generally speaking the impact of changes in circumstances on contractual relations, are sometimes regulated in the contracts themselves. Usually the parties do not attach much importance to such provisions, on the assumption that these provisions will not apply anyway in the course of performance of the contract. In addition, the practice of applying these types of clauses in Polish civil law transactions is of a residual nature and did not seem promising in the period preceding the pandemic. However, it seems possible to use the suspensive, adaptive or even exceptionally extensive (termination of the agreement with the settlement of the consequences for the parties – distribution of costs, minimisation of losses, deductions, damages) schemes (mechanisms) provided for in such clauses to regulate the relationship between the parties. Both scenarios involving ex post and ex ante settlements will be considered. In the latter case, it will be a continuation of the agreement supplemented by new clauses, created to resolve disputes that may arise in the future in connection with the performance of the agreement maintained in force (although most often amended-adapted to the new conditions). Where a contract does not contain a force majeure clause, how simple is it for parties to consider the doctrine of frustration? In which jurisdictions would this apply? Under Polish law the doctrine of frustration does not apply. The institution that is most similar is clause rebus sic stantibus. However, in contrast to frustration, the rebus sic stantibus clause causes another effect. To the extent that frustration causes the obligations to lapse (combined with possible settlements of the parties), then the effect of invoking the clause (e.g. on the basis of the Polish Civil Code) is the possibility to demand a ruling on the existing undertakings under changed circumstances. Sometimes the legislature also decides to regulate separately the adjustment of cash benefits.	https://www.irglobal.com/article/joanna-bogdanska-participates-in-the-ir-virtual-series-international-contracts-how-has-the-global-pandemic-impacted-international-contracts/
QR codes at this cemetery bring people's stories to life Technology is bringing history alive at an Iowa cemetery. Each headstone in a cemetery represents a life and a story. Sadly, many of those stories are being lost in time. But there's something new popping up in Des Moines' Woodland Cemetery that's bringing those stories back to life. Modern-day QR codes dot dozens of historic grave sites all across Woodland Cemetery telling the stories of some of Des Moines' earliest residents. "I got really taken by how early pioneers of Des Moines really did reflect world history," said Kristen Bartley. Bartley was the creator of the mobile history tour. "What I thought was going to be a project with maybe 35 to 40 stories became 71 stories," Bartley said. Bartley created short videos using stories collected over the years by Iowa historians Archie Cook and Mike Rowley, and well-documented stories from descendants of people buried in Woodland. "Not just about the more well-known names here in Des Moines, but about people you don't know so much," Bartley said. Like Preston Jackson, a Black man born into the slave state of Kentucky. He was a veteran of the Mexican-American war and the Civil War. Delia Ann Webster was imprisoned in Kentucky because she was helping enslaved people escape. "When she got out of prison, she came and helped establish the underground railroad here in the state of Iowa," Bartley said. Charles Nourse was Iowa's third attorney general. "He was a young lawyer who came from Kentucky and began practicing law here and helped establish what is ultimately our legal system," said Mark Sherinian, a relative. Nourse was also a delegate to the 1860 Republican National Convention. "That was the convention that nominated Lincoln," Sherinian said. Thousands of people are buried in Woodland Cemetery. Bartley said her passion project has barely scratched the surface. "Knowing some of the history it's like... this needs to happen," Bartley said. "People need to know these stories." Sherinian agrees and said it's important to remember where we come from. "I've always said we stand on the shoulders of giants... and we need to remember who those giants are," Sherinian said. It was funded by the Iowa Arts Council and Friends of Des Moines Parks. Bartley is working to secure more funding to continue the project because there are thousands of more stories to be told. You can watch some of the videos on the Des Moines Parks and Rec YouTube page.	https://www.ketv.com/article/qr-codes-at-this-cemetery-bring-peoples-stories-to-life/36790209
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED PATENT APPLICATIONS BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION EXAMPLE 1 Isolation of Adipose Stem Cells EXAMPLE 2 Cultivation of Stem Cell EXAMPLE 3 Preparation of Concentrated Product of Stem Cell Culture and Fraction Thereof EXAMPLE 4 Preparation of Concentrated Products of Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Culture and Bone Marrow Stem Cell Culture and Fractions Thereof EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 1 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Melanoma Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 2 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Pancreatic Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 3 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Breast Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 4 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Hepatic Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 5 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Gastric Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 6 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Colon Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 7 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Lung Cancer Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 8 In Vivo Inhibition Test of Melanoma Growth EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 9 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Melanoma Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 10 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Melanoma Cells EXPERIMENTAL EXAMPLE 11 Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Cervical Cancer Cells This application claims the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2008-0047498, filed on 22 May, 2008, in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference. 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for treating cancer, comprising a culture of adult stem cells or its fraction as an active ingredient. 2. Description of the Related Art Lots of patients have been suffered from a variety of cancer such as gastric cancer, lung cancer, hepatic cancer, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer (e.g., melanoma), etc. In order to treat cancer, various chemically synthesized anti-cancer agents, such as gemcitabine, are being used or radiation therapy is being performed. Recently, molecular-biological agents against carcinogenesis have been developed. For example, there have been developed bevacizumab selectively binding to a vascular endothelial growth factor (VEFG); cetuximab as a monoclonal antibody targeting an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR); erlotinib and gefitinib as EGFR-activating tyrosine kinase; and tipifarnib as an inhibitor of K-ras and farnesyl transferase. Meanwhile, Korean Laid-Open Patent Publication No. 10-2007-0036289 discloses a composition for treating cancer, such as breast cancer, hepatic cancer, and pancreatic cancer, comprising mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) expressing a suicidal gene. The suicidal gene is a gene capable of converting a non-toxic prodrug to corresponding cytotoxic anti-cancer drug. For example, cytosine deaminase has an activity of converting 5-fluorocytosine (5-FC) to cytotoxic anti-cancer agent, 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). However, when stem cells, e.g., MSCs, are intended to be directly administered for cancer treatment, it is difficult to reproductively formulate stem cells while maintaining their viability at desired level. Furthermore, since clinical application using stem cells may show high individual variation according to their sources, it is difficult to obtain uniform therapeutical effects. In addition, direct administration of stem cells per se cannot exclude the possibility of occurring newly-generated side effects, e.g., tumor formation. The present inventors have carried out extensive research in order to improve problems of the prior arts and develop a method for treating a variety of cancer such as melanoma, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, hepatic cancer, gastric cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, and cervical cancer. As a result, surprisingly, we found that a culture of adult stem cells, especially its specific fractions, have high anti-cancer activity. In particular, since it is possible to avoid direct administration of cells to human bodies, side effects caused by direct administration of cells into the human bodies can be thoroughly prevented. In accordance with an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a pharmaceutical composition for treating cancer, comprising a culture of adult stem cells or a fraction of the culture as an active ingredient. The culture of adult stem cells may be a supernatant obtained through centrifuging a culture solution of the adult stem cells; a concentrated product of the supernatant; or a lyophilized product of the supernatant. The fraction of the adult stem cell culture may be a fraction obtained by fractionating a supernatant obtained through centrifuging a culture solution of the adult stem cells such that proteins having 36 to 700 kDa, preferably 36 to 45 kDa or 95 to 200 kDa, more preferably 36 to 45 kDa or 130 to 200 kDa, of molecular weight are contained in the resultant fraction; a concentrated product of the fraction; or a lyophilized product of the fraction. The culture solution of the adult stem cells may be obtained by sub-culturing the adult stem cells in a serum-containing medium, followed by culturing the sub-cultured adult stem cells in a serum-free medium. The serum-containing medium is a Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium (DMEM) supplemented with 1 to 2 mM of glutamine, 0.5 to 1 mM of sodium pyruvate, 0.1 to 10% of fetal bovine serum (FBS), 1% of antibiotics (100 IU/ml), and 1 to 4.5 g/L glucose. And, the serum-free medium may be a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12. The adult stem cells may be derived from fat, bone marrow, umbilical cord blood, or placenta. And the cancer includes melanoma, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, hepatic cancer, gastric cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, or cervical cancer. The present invention will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which exemplary embodiments of the invention are shown. It is found that a culture of adult stem cells and a fraction thereof, especially a specific fraction of adult stem cell culture, inhibit proliferation of a variety of cancer such as melanoma, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, hepatic cancer, gastric cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, and cervical cancer, thereby having excellent cancer-treating activity. In addition, the composition according to the present invention includes, not stem cells, but a complex of active proteins secreted from the stem cells, and thus both pharmaceutical problems in formulation and individual variation, which usually occurred when using stem cells, can be minimized. And also, side effects caused by direct administration of cells into the human bodies can be thoroughly prevented. The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for treating cancer, comprising a culture of adult stem cells or a fraction of the culture as an active ingredient The adult stem cells refer to multi-potent undifferentiated cells derived from a mammal including a human being, specifically from a human being. For example, the adult stem cells can be derived from adult cells, such as bone marrow, blood, brain, skin, adipocytes (that is, adipose tissues or adipose cells), umbilical cord blood, or Wharton's jelly of the umbilical cord. In the present specification, the “adult stem cells” include mesenchymal stem cells derived from adult cells. Among the adult stem cells, adipose stem cells can be obtained from the adipose tissues discarded in a conventional liposuction process. Therefore, adipose stem cells, which can be obtained without invasive procedure, are preferably used in the present invention. The adipose stem cells may be obtained from adipose tissues or adipose cells of a mammal including a human being, specifically a human being, through procedures of liposuction, precipitation, treatment with an enzyme such as collagenase, and removal of a supernatant cells such as red blood cells via centrifugation, according to known methods, e.g., WO2000/53795 and WO2005/042730. Examples of the adipose tissues include brown or white tissues derived from subcutaneous tissue, omentum, viscera, breast gonad, or other adipose tissues, which can be easily obtained by using a conventional liposuction technique. Adult stem cells can be cultured using a medium for culturing stem cells according to a conventional method. That is, stem cells derived from adult cells, such as bone marrow, blood, umbilical cord blood, and adipocytes can be cultured using conventional medium and culture condition that are suitable for culturing respective stem cells. Preferably, adult stem cells (e.g., adipose stem cells) may be sub-cultured in a serum-containing medium, and then cultured in a serum-free medium, thereby increasing the amount of proteins in the obtained culture or its fraction. The serum-containing medium is a medium suitable for keeping and storing cell types identical to adipose stem cells, for example, a serum-containing Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium (DMEM) or a serum-containing freeze-dried DMEM supplemented with 7 to 10 wt % of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). The serum may be fetal bovine serum (FBS) and the amount thereof may be about 10 wt % based on the total amount of the serum-containing medium. When required, the medium may further include antibiotics, antifungal agents, and micoplasma inhibitors. The antibiotics may be conventional antibiotics used in culturing cells, such as penicillin and streptomycin. The antifungal agents include amphotericin B and the micoplasma inhibitors include tylosin, gentamicin, ciprofloxacin, or azithromycin. When required, the serum-containing medium may further include nutrients such as, glutamine and sodium pyruvate. 2 Preferably, the serum-containing medium may be a DMEM supplemented with 1-2 mM of glutamine, 0.5-1 mM of sodium pyruvate, 0.1-10% of FBS, 1% of antibiotics (100 IU/ml), and 1-4.5 g/L glucose. Culturing in the serum-containing medium may be performed, in a 5-10% COincubator, under the conditions of 90-95% of humidity and 35-39° C. of temperature. When required, a carbon source, such as sodium bicarbonate, may be added to the medium such that the final concentration thereof is in a range of 0.17-0.22 wt % and trypsin-EDTA may be added to the medium in order to promote cell growth. A cumulative doubling time may be maintained until cells being cultured in a flask reach 75-85% of confluence. For example, cells may be collected at 80% of confluence and then subsequent subculture may be performed. Culturing in a serum-free medium may be performed using cell pellets obtained from the above subculture. The cell pellets may be obtained as follows: the culture solution is removed from the serum-containing medium, washed with a phosphate buffer and then treated with trypsin-EDTA. The resultant cell suspension is centrifuged to obtain cell pellets, followed by washing with a phosphate buffer two or three times. The serum-free medium may be a medium supplemented with one or more nutrients, specifically a 1:1 mixture of DMEM and Ham's F-12 (see SIGMA, Cancer Research Vol 47, Issue 1 275-280) supplemented with nutrients such as L-glutamine, sodium pyruvate, and sodium bicarbonate. When the mixed medium is used, the growth and homeostasis of stem cells may be effectively maintained and the amount of proteins in the obtained culture or its fraction can be further increased. In addition, variations caused by the animal serum in the serum-containing medium can be reduced. Furthermore, the culturing costs may be effectively decreased by about 50%. Table 1 shows components and their amounts of the 1:1 mixture of DMEM and Ham's F-12. TABLE 1 Concentration Morality Components (mg/L) (mM) Amino acid D-Pantothenic Acis 2.24 0.00895 Glycine 18.75 0.25 L-Alanine 4.45 0.05 L-Arginine 147.5 0.699 hydrochloride L-Asparagine-H<sub>2</sub>O 7.5 0.05 L-Aspartic acid 6.65 0.05 L-Cysteine 17.56 0.0998 hydrochloride-H<sub>2</sub>O L-Cystine 2HCl 31.29 0.1 L-Glutamic Acid 7.35 0.05 L-Glutamine 365 2.5 L-Histidine 31.48 0.15 hydrochloride-H<sub>2</sub>O L-Isoleucine 54.47 0.416 L-Leucine 59.05 0.451 L-Lysine hydrochloride 91.25 0.499 L-Methionine 17.24 0.116 L-Phenylalanine 35.48 0.215 L-Proline 17.25 0.15 L-Serine 26.25 0.25 L-Threonine 53.45 0.449 L-Tryptophan 9.02 0.0442 L-Tyrosine disodium 55.79 0.214 salt dihydrate L-Valine 52.85 0.452 Vitamins Biotin 0.0035 0.0000143 Choline chloride 8.98 0.0641 D-Calcium pantothenate 2.24 0.0047 Folic Acid 2.65 0.00601 i-Inositol 12.6 0.07 Niacinamide 2.02 0.0166 Pyridoxine hydrochloride 2.031 0.00986 Riboflavin 0.219 0.000582 Thiamine hydrochloride 2.17 0.00644 Vitamin B12 0.68 0.000502 Inorganic Salts Calcium Chloride (CaCl<sub>2</sub>) 116.6 1.05 (anhyd.) Cupric sulfate 0.0013 0.0000052 (CuSO<sub>4</sub>—5H<sub>2</sub>O) Ferric Nitrate 0.05 0.000124 (Fe(NO<sub>3</sub>)<sub>3</sub>″9H<sub>2</sub>O) Ferric sulfate (FeSO<sub>4</sub>—7H<sub>2</sub>O) 0.417 0.0015 Magnesium Chloride 28.64 0.301 (anhydrous) Magnesium Sulfate (MgSO<sub>4</sub>) 48.84 0.407 (anhyd.) Potassium Chloride (KCl) 311.8 4.16 Sodium Chloride (NaCl) 6995.5 120.61 Sodium Phosphate dibasic 71.02 0.5 (Na<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub>) anhydrous Sodium Phosphate 54.3 0.45257 monobasic (NaH<sub>2</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>) anhydrous Zinc sulfate (ZnSO<sub>4</sub>—7H<sub>2</sub>O) 0.432 0.0015 As described above, the pharmaceutical composition according to the present invention includes a culture of adult stem cells obtained from a culture solution or a fraction thereof. The culture of adult stem cells may be a supernatant obtained through centrifuging a culture solution of the adult stem cells; a concentrated product of the supernatant; or a freeze-dried product of the supernatant. The fraction of the culture may be a fraction obtained by fractionating a supernatant obtained through centrifuging a culture solution of the adult stem cells such that proteins having 36 to 700 kDa, preferably 36 to 45 kDa or 95 to 200 kDa, more preferably 36 to 45 kDa or 130 to 200 kDa, of molecular weight are contained in the resultant fraction; a concentrated product of the fraction; or a freeze-dried product of the fraction. The centrifugation may be performed in a condition, where stem cells, macro molecules, and medium components can be removed by precipitation. For example, the centrifugation may be performed at 300-600×g and for 5 to 10 minutes, specifically at about 300×g for about 5 minutes. When required, the resultant product may be filtered with about 0.22 μm-syringe filter to remove the residual stem cells and unknown macro molecules. The concentrated product may be obtained by concentrating the culture or its fraction according to a conventional method, such as concentrating under reduced pressure, until the amount of proteins reaches to desired level. In addition, the fractionation may be performed using a conventional membrane having a specific pore size. For example, a supernatant obtained by centrifuging a culture solution may be passed through a membrane having a pore size of about 1000 kDa, and then the resultant fractions may be passed through a membrane having appropriate pore sizes. The fractionation may be performed using liquid chromatography. For example, HW55F beads (TOSOH Co.) as a stationary phase is filled in a column having a diameter of 1 cm and a length of 60 cm, and a culture of the stem cells (if desired, a concentrate thereof) is added thereto. Then, phosphate buffered saline, as a mobile phase, is flowed through the column at an appropriate flow rate, e.g., at 0.5 ml/min, to obtain fractions in tubes. Optionally, the obtained fractions may be concentrated with a filter having an appropriate pore size or with conventional methods, e.g., concentration under reduced pressure, until desired concentration level is obtained. The cancer to which the composition of the present invention is applicable includes various cancers, such as melanoma, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, hepatic cancer, gastric cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, or cervical cancer. The pharmaceutical composition according to the present invention may further include a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, in addition to a culture of adult stem cells or a fraction of the culture as an active ingredient. The pharmaceutical composition may be formulated into various parenteral dosage forms, such as liquids, suspensions, emulsions, lotions, ointments, or freeze-dried forms, according to a conventional method. Specifically, the pharmaceutical composition may be formulated into transdermal dosage forms, such as solutions for external use, emulsions, or ointments. Examples of the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier include an aqueous diluent or solvent, such as phosphate buffered saline, purified water, or fertilized water; and a non-aqueous diluent or solvent, such as propylene glycol, polyethylene glycol, or olive oil. In addition, when required, the pharmaceutical composition may further include a wetting agent, a fragrance, or a preservative. The dosage of the culture of adult stem cells or its fraction included in the pharmaceutical composition may differ according to the patent's state and body weight, a degree of development of disease, dosage forms, routes and time period of administration, but may be appropriately determined by one of those skilled in the art. For example, the culture of adult stem cells or its fraction may be administered in an effective amount ranging 10 to 1000 ng/kg, preferably 50 to 500 ng/kg, and more preferably about 100 ng/kg, per day, and the administration may be performed once or several times a day. The pharmaceutical composition according to the present invention can be administered alone or together with other anti-cancer drugs, and in the latter case, the pharmaceutical composition according to the present and other drugs may be administered sequentially or at the same time. When the pharmaceutical composition according to the present is administered alone or together with other drugs, the pharmaceutical composition according to the present may be administered in as small amount as possible while the maximum effect can be secured without any side effects, and such an amount may be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art. The present invention will be described in further detail with reference to the following examples. These examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. 2 Adiopose tissues, which had been removed from a patient through liposuction and discarded, were collected from a patent after obtaining his/her approval. An extracellular matrix of the collected adipose tissues was treated with 0.075% collagenase at about 37° C. for 45 minutes in an about 5% COincubator, and then the obtained adipose tissues were centrifuged at about 1200×g for 5 minutes, thereby obtaining a stromal blood fraction including high-density stem cells. The obtained fraction was washed with PBS and then filtered with a 70 μm nylon cell filter to remove other tissues therefrom. Then, Histopaque-1077 (Sigma Co.) was used to separate mononuclear cells from a red blood-containing cell fragments. 2 6 The separated mononuclear cells were cultured in a Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium (DMEM) supplemented with supplemented with 10% fetal bovine serum (FBS), 1% penicillin-streptomycin, at about 37° C., in about 5% COincubator, for 24 hours. And then, non-adhesive cells were removed to isolate adipose stem cells (about 1×10cells). 5 2 4×10of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 1 were added to a DMEM supplemented with 1000 mg/L of D-glucose, 584 mg/L of L-glutamine, 110 mg/L of sodium pyruvate, 10% FBS, and 1% penicillin-streptomycin, and then sub-cultured in a 5% COincubator at about 90% of humidity at about 37° C. for 30 days. 6 The culture solution was removed from the sub-cultured culture using a pipette, and then the obtained cells were washed with a phosphate buffer three times. The obtained cells were inoculated at a concentration of 1.2×10cell/dish to a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1, supplemented with 365 mg/L of L-glutamine, 15 mM of HEPES, and 55 mg/L of sodium pyruvate, and then cultured in a hypoxia condition for 72 hours. 500 ml of the culture solution finally obtained in Example 2 was centrifuged at 300×g for 5 minutes and precipitated stem cell pellets were removed. The obtained supernatant was filtered with a 0.22 μm-syringe filter to remove residual stem cells and unknown macro molecules. The obtained solution was divided into two aliquots. One aliquot was concentrated under reduced pressure to obtain 5 ml of a concentrated product. The obtained concentrated product was lyophilized and stored at −70° C. The other aliquot, in which residual stem cells and unknown macro molecules are removed, was passed through a membrane having a pore size of 10 kDa (Amicon Ultra, Milli pore Co.) to remove peptide having less than 10 kDa of molecular weight and the culture medium. Proteins that were not passed through the membrane were obtained in a concentrated form. The concentrate was diluted with phosphate buffered saline (PBS), and the diluted solution was filtered using a 0.22 μm-syringe filter. A column having a diameter of 1 cm and a length of 60 cm, which was filled with HW55F beads (TOSOH Co.), with a separation range of 10 to 700 kDa was connected to an AKTA FPLC system (Amersham biosciences Co.). The obtained concentrate in the above was fractionized by liquid chromatography using PBS as a mobile phase. The column was stabilized using 50 ml of PBS at a flow rate of 0.5 ml/min, and 100 μl of the concentrate was introduced into the column. Then, the separation degrees of proteins were detected at a UV wavelength of 280 nm by injecting about 47 ml of PBS to the column at a flow rate of 0.5 ml/min. 1 ml of the eluted solution was collected for 2 minutes per each tube and then fractionized. Each of the fractions was lyophilized and stored at −70° C. 6 Human umbilical mesenchymal stem cells (catalog No. 7530 Sciencell Research Laboratories, US) were inoculated into a mixed medium of Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium (DMEM) and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 365 mg/L of L-glutamine, 15 mM of HEPES, and 55 mg/L of sodium pyruvate in a concentration of 1.2×10cell/dish, and then cultured in a hypoxia condition for 72 hours. Concentrated products of the umbilical cord blood stem cells and fractions thereof were obtained in the same manner as in Example 3, and respectively stored at −70° C. Human bone marrow stem cells (catalog No. MSC-001F, StemCell Technologies, US) were treated in the same manner as described above to obtain concentrated products of bone marrow stem cells and fractions thereof, and they are respectively stored at −70° C. (1) Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Rodent Melanoma Cell Line 2 B16 cell line (B16-F0, CRL-6322), which is a rodent melanoma cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 1 2×10of B16 cells were inoculated into each well of a 96-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/in of streptomycin), 50% of ADSC CM (that is, 100 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin +100 μl of ADSC CM), and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 24, 48, 72, 96, and 120 hours, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 1 Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of B16 cells was inhibited in proportion to the amount of the culture of adipose stem cells. (2) Evaluation of Growth-Inhibiting Activity Against Human Melanoma Cell Line 2 TXM cell line (A7, CRL-2500), which is a human melanoma cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 2 2×10of TXM cells were inoculated into each well of a 96-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin), 50% of ADSC CM (that is, 100 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin +100 μl of ADSC CM), and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 24, 48, 72, 96, and 120 hours, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 2 Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of TXM cells was inhibited in proportion to the amount of the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 Hpac cell line (PANC-1, CRL-1469), which is a human pancreatic cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 3 FIG. 3 2×10of Hpac cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin), and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, the images obtained by using a microscope (X40 and X100) are shown in . Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of Hpac cells was inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 3 FIG. 3 FIG. 5 FIG. 4 FIG. 5 And also, 2×10of Hpac cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each having 0, 0.01, 0.1, 1, 5, or 10 mg/ml of ADSC CM in 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin. After 72 hours of the treatment, the images obtained by using a microscope (X100) are shown in . And also, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . Referring to and , it can be seen that the growth of Hpac cells was inhibited in proportion to the amount of the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 SK-BR3 cell line (MCF 10F, CRL-10318), which is a human breast cancer cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 6 4×10of SK-BR3 cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 6 Referring to , it can be seen that more than about 70% of the growth of SK-BR3 cells were inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 Hur7 cell line (SK-HEP-1, HTP-52), which is a human hepatic cancer cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 7 4×10of Hur7 cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 7 Referring to , it can be seen that more than about 20% of the growth of Hur7 cells were inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 SNU-484 cell line (SNU-16, CRL-5974), which is a human gastric cancer cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 8 4×10of SNU-484 cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 8 Referring to , it can be seen that more than about 30% of the growth of SNU-484 cells were inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 RKO cell line (CRL-2577), which is a human colon cancer cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 9 4×10of RKO cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 9 Referring to , it can be seen that more than about 50% of the growth of RKO cells were inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 A549 cell line (CRL-185), which is a human hepatic cancer cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 10 4×10of A549 cells were inoculated into each well of a 24-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of adipose stem cells obtained in Example 3 (ADSC CM), each being 0% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of ADSC CM (that is, 200 μl of ADSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 10 Referring to , it can be seen that more than about 40% of the growth of A549 cells were inhibited in the group treated with the culture of adipose stem cells. 2 B16 cell line (B16-F0, CRL-6322), which is a rodent melanoma cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 6 3 FIG. 11 2×10of the B16 cells were subcutaneously injected into six-week-old B57BL/6 mice (n=12) to induce melanoma, and 6 mice were used as a control group, and the remaining 6 mice were used as a test group. When the volume of the tumor reached 50 to 160 mmafter 3 to 5 days of the melanoma induction, 100 μl of the solution, which was obtained by diluting the concentrated product of adipose stem cell culture prepared in Example 3 in PBS to a concentration of 12.5 mg/ml, was injected into the tumors of the test group 6 times every other day. For the control group, 100 μl of PBS was injected 6 times into the tumors every other day. The size of the tumors of the mice of the control and test groups was measured by measuring the longest side and the shortest side with a vernier caliper, and the volume of the tumors were calculated. The results are shown in . FIG. 11 Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of tumors in the test group was significantly inhibited. 2 B16 cell line (B16-F0, CRL-6322), which is a rodent melanoma cell line, was cultured in a mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 12 2×10of B16 cells were inoculated into each well of a 96-well plate, and then treated with the concentrated product of umbilical cord blood stern cells (CBSC CM) and the concentrated product of bone marrow stem cells (BMSC CM) obtained in Example 4, each being 0% of CBSC CM and BMSC CM (that is, 200 μl of the mixed medium of DMEM and Ham's F-12 in a weight ratio of 1:1 supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin) and 100% of CBSC CM or BMSC CM (that is, 200 μl of CBSC CM or BMSC CM). After 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 12 Referring to , it can be seen that the growths of B16 cells in the test groups were significantly inhibited. 2 B16 cell line (B16-F0, CRL-6322), which is a rodent melanoma cell line, was cultured in a DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 13 100 μl of DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml penicillin, and 100 μg/ml streptomycin was added to a 96-well plate, and 2×10of B16 cells were inoculated to each of the wells. Then, the B16 cells in the each well were treated with 2 ug of the lyophilized fraction of adipose stem cell culture prepared in Example 3. After 48 and 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 13 Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of the B16 cells was respectively inhibited by 30% and 40% when treated with the fractions of the adipose stem cell culture solution having 130 to 200 kDa of molecular weight and 36 to 45 kDa of molecular weight. 2 HeLa cell line (CCL-2), which is a rodent cervical cancer cell line, was cultured in a DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml of penicillin, and 100 μg/ml of streptomycin at 37° C., in 5% COincubator. 3 FIG. 14 100 μl of DMEM supplemented with 10% FBS, 100 U/ml penicillin, and 100 μg/ml streptomycin was added to a 96-well plate, and 2×10of HeLa cells were inoculated to each of the wells. Then, the HeLa cells in the each well were treated with 2 ug of the lyophilized fraction of adipose stem cell culture prepared in Example 3. After 48 and 72 hours of the treatment, 10 μl of CCK-8 solution (Dojindo, Gaithersburg, Md.) was added to each well, and then cultured for 3 hours. Then, absorbance was measured at 450 nm using a microplate reader (TECAN, Gr, Austria). Cell proliferation rates corresponding to the absorbance were calculated using a standard curve, and the results are shown in . FIG. 14 Referring to , it can be seen that the growth of the HeLa cells was respectively inhibited by 20% and 25% when treated with the fractions of the adipose stem cell culture solution having 95 to 200 kDa of molecular weight and 36 to 45 kDa of molecular weight. While the present invention has been particularly shown and described with reference to exemplary embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art that various changes in form and details may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined by the following claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The above and other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent by describing in detail exemplary embodiments thereof with reference to the attached drawings in which: FIG. 1 shows proliferation rates of rodent melanoma cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 2 shows proliferation rates of human melanoma cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 3 shows images of pancreatic cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution, obtained using a microscope; FIG. 4 shows images of pancreatic cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution in various concentrations, obtained using a microscope; FIG. 5 shows viability of pancreatic cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution in various concentrations; FIG. 6 shows proliferation rates of human breast cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 7 shows proliferation rates of human hepatic cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 8 shows proliferation rates of human gastric cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 9 shows proliferation rates of human colon cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 10 shows proliferation rats of human lung cancer cells treated with an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 11 shows results of in vivo inhibition test of melanoma growth, using an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 12 shows proliferation rates of melanoma cells treated with an umbilical cord blood stem cell culture solution and a bone marrow stem cell culture solution; FIG. 13 shows proliferation rates of rodent melanoma cells treated with fractions of an adipose stem cell culture solution; FIG. 14 shows proliferation rates of rodent cervical cancer cells treated with fractions of an adipose stem cell culture solution;
Strategy and planning for success The Board (or Executive), which is comprised of Directors and can include executive Committees of Management, is ultimately responsible for the success of the organisation it governs. To be effective a Board should have a clear vision for, and understanding of, the purpose and future direction of the organisation. An important function of the Board is to plan strategy and direction and develop a strategic plan that should guide staff and members to achieve identified objectives. Regardless of the sport’s governance structure, strategy is the fundamental enabler for unified behaviours between the National Sporting Organisation (NSO), the State Sporting Organisation (SSO), it’s regional associations and clubs. A national ‘whole of sport’ strategy enables all levels of a sport to operate with the same purpose and direction for the benefit of the sport as a whole. It enables all involved to have a clear, specific and inspiring understanding of what the sport aspires to achieve and, importantly, how they collectively help to achieve this. When a NSO engages with member bodies and other key stakeholders to provide input into the direction of the sport, the sport will collectively be more likely to develop a unified national direction, in turn assisting the delivery of the whole of sport strategies. What is the strategic planning process? The Board should determine the process by which it oversees and develops the strategic direction, key objectives and performance measures as well as the core values and ethical framework for the organisation. While the Board chooses approach, a Toolkit has been developed to assist SSOs to develop a strategic plan. SSOs may produce separate documents for strategic, operational and supplementary plans, particularly if it is a large sport. A strategic plan sets out where your SSO is heading and why it's heading there. An operational plan details how your SSO will get there. It is important to recognise that the SSO in fact, should have one planning process to achieve a common strategic direction. The planning process should take into account if the sport has a “whole of sport” strategies. All key organisational stakeholders should be consulted throughout the strategic planning process. This should ensure future strategies address the most important issues facing the organisation, its stakeholders and the wider sport sector. The planning process \|Set up a planning structure\|\| \| \|Establish current status and broad strategy\|\| \| \|Write a draft plan\|\| \| \|Implement, monitor and review\|\| \| Key points - The planning process should be seen as a continual process rather than compiling documents that once finished, remain on the shelf untouched. - The organisation’s strategic and operational plans should be documents that are referred to regularly, and reviewed and changed at various times in the future as internal and external influences change and various objectives are achieved. - The operational plan should be reviewed annually to ensure the strategic priorities for the organisation are current, and to check if modification is required. This is why the process is described as one process rather than separate processes for the organisation’s strategic plan versus the operational plan. More information - Clearinghouse for Sport – a huge library of strategy and planning information and resources specifically for Australian sporting bodies. \| \| Disclaimer Note: as with any legal documents, this does not replace obtaining legal advice on each sports specific requirements and it is recommended you do so. The information provided is for your information only. The authors and the NSW Office of Sport accept no responsibility for the accuracy of the information or your reliance upon it.	https://sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/rysso/strategy
Movement nominated for Nobel peace prize The Black Lives Matter movement has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel peace prize for the way its call for systemic change has spread around the world. In his nomination papers, the Norwegian MP Petter Eide said the movement had forced countries outside the US to grapple with racism within their own societies. “I find that one of the key challenges we have seen in America, but also in Europe and Asia, is the kind of increasing conflict based on inequality,” Eide said. “Black Lives Matter has become a very important worldwide movement to fight racial injustice. “They have had a tremendous achievement in raising global awareness and consciousness about racial injustice.” Eide, who has previously nominated human rights activists from Russia and China for the prize, said one other thing that impressed him about the Black Lives Matter movement was the way “they have been able to mobilize people from all groups of society, not just African-Americans, not just oppressed people, it has been a broad movement, in a way which has been different from their predecessors.” The Black Lives Matter movement was co-founded in 2013 by Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors and Opal Tometi in response to the acquittal in the US of the man who shot Trayvon Martin. It gained wider recognition in 2014 following protests over the deaths of Michael Brown and Eric Garner, and was the wellspring of a series of global protests in 2020 following the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. Nominations for the Nobel peace prize are accepted from any politician serving at a national level, and they are allowed just 2,000 words to state their case. The deadline for this year’s submission is 1 February, and by the end of March the committee prepares a shortlist. The winner is chosen in October and the award ceremony is scheduled for 10 December. There were more than 300 nominations for last year’s award, which was ultimately won by the World Food Programme. The committee awarded the WFP because it wanted to “turn the eyes of the world to the millions of people who suffer from or face the threat of hunger”, but perhaps the most high profile nomination last year was for former US president Donald Trump. Trump was nominated for a second time by another Norwegian MP, Christian Tybring-Gjedde. The far-right MP cited Trump’s role in normalising relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates under the Abraham Accords, although Eide said Tybring-Gjedde had “a little difficulty defending that nomination” after the Capitol riot of 6 January when a pro-Trump mob stormed the US Congress buildings and five people died. Eide, however, said he didn’t want his nomination for Black Lives Matter to be seen as a comment on domestic US politics. And he dismissed criticism from rightwing voices that the group had been behind violence in US cities. “Studies have shown that most of the demonstrations organised by Black Lives Matter have been peaceful,” he said. “Of course there have been incidents, but most of them have been caused by the activities of either the police or counter-protestors.” Data assembled by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data project in September 2020 showed that 93% of Black Lives Matter demonstrations involved no serious harm to people or property. The 61-year-old politician, who has represented the Socialist Left party in parliament since 2017, cited precedents of the Oslo-based Nobel prize committee recognizing the battle against racism. Albert Luthuli and Nelson Mandela received the prize in 1960 and 1993 respectively for advocating against racial discrimination in South Africa, and Martin Luther King was awarded the prize for non-violent resistance against racism in the US in 1964. Mandela shared his award with FW de Klerk, the man who ordered the ANC leader’s release from prison. “There is actually a tradition for doing this,” Eide said. “It’s a strong linkage between antiracism movements and peace, and a recognition that without this kind of justice, there will be no peace and stability in the society.” His written nomination concludes: “Awarding the peace prize to Black Lives Matter, as the strongest global force against racial injustice, will send a powerful message that peace is founded on equality, solidarity and human rights, and that all countries must respect those basic principles.” Read more Judge rules South Carolina restaurant manager owes more than $500K to worker A judge ruled that a former South Carolina restaurant manager who forced a Black man with intellectual disabilities to work more than 100 hours a week without pay, owes the former employee more than $500,000. According to The Post and Courier, Bobby Paul Edwards, 56, is serving a 10-year prison sentence for forcing John Christopher Smith, 43, to work at J&J Cafeteria without pay. Judge denies requests to release body-cam video of shooting A judge on Wednesday denied requests to release body-camera video in the case of a Black man who was shot to death by North Carolina deputies as they tried to arrest him on drug-related warrants. Judge Jeffery Foster said he believed the videos contained information that could harm the investigation or threaten the safety of people seen in the footage. He said the video must remain out of public view for at least 30 days. Cicil rights: Will the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict change policing in America? The jury’s guilty verdict on the former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for killing George Floyd signaled the conclusion of a historic police brutality trial and a key moment for policing and for the battle for racial equality in America. Observers have talked about this case being so significant that it will stand as a watershed between the way law enforcement was held to account in the US before George Floyd was pinned by the neck under Chauvin’s knee, and after. US police and public officials donated to Kyle Rittenhouse, data breach reveals A data breach at a Christian crowdfunding website has revealed that serving police officers and public officials have donated money to fundraisers for accused vigilante murderers, far-right activists, and fellow officers accused of shooting black Americans. In many of these cases, the donations were attached to their official email addresses, raising questions about the use of public resources in supporting such campaigns.	https://spiegel.news/content/movement-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize.html
Things are shifting rapidly day by day, so here is a recap of our findings over the last week. After the recap, we'll provide an update on our latest foot traffic findings to examine how total foot traffic is decreasing in the U.S. If you haven't already, register for our Daily Briefing webinars every morning at 9:30am Pacific to stay up-to-date on our latest insights. Recap of last week's findings Foot traffic trends - Grocery (especially Club) is experiencing massive gains in share of food visits; Full Service Dining down much more than Quick Service / Fast Casual and C-Stores - Independent restaurants are experiencing declines slightly more than chains are. - Shifts away from restaurants are more pronounced at earlier dayparts; also more in the West & Northeast than the South region. Food habits - People's meal habits are shifting; Breakfast and Lunch are being eaten less commonly than Dinner - Most food buying/pick-up is still being done in-person; but 1 in 4 consumers still eat restaurant / retailer-prepared food on a given day. Staying home - As days progress, an increasing percentage of the population is concerned about COVID-19 and anticipates reduced out-of-home activity, increased grocery stock-ups and online ordering. - 1/3 of employed workers are now working from home, and effort to not leave home is a major motivator in food decisioning. Why consumers are choosing grocery over restaurants - For 1/5 of survey respondents, the fact that they are are not receiving their usual income is also a consideration, and the average consumer is considering affordability most when choosing grocery over restaurants. - However, other top reasons for not eating restaurant food are that people are still working through the groceries they have at home, and they're avoiding entering restaurants / having employees handle their food. - Things that would make consumers feel most comfortable entering stores include the availability of hand sanitizer at entry / exit, employees directing customers to sanitize, plus signage throughout the store disclosing COVID-19 practices (especially paid sick leave). Our latest insights Total foot traffic to restaurants and bars is down 51% as of March 20th. While total foot traffic is not one of Sense360's usual metrics, given the unprecedented situation we find ourselves in, we felt it was important to examine foot traffic as an absolute metric rather than as a share metric. As of Friday, March 20th, we saw our total foot traffic had decreased by half compared to the same days last month (Fridays). This is obviously a product of the many closures to dine-in restaurant and bar visits, but many restaurants are still open for take-out and drive-through - those visits are captured here. However, this is not fully reflective of restaurant business captured through delivery. We will capture delivery metrics in future Daily Briefings. Now that we've reduced our transaction data lag from 30 days to 10 days, we'll have industry-leading turnaround time for transaction and delivery insights. Total foot traffic declines vary by state. Total traffic declines have struck US states differently by week, with some states seeing earlier dips coinciding with COVID-19 cases. California and Washington, which had some of the earliest reported cases of COVID-19, saw more severe decreases in total traffic at a faster pace than the national average and other states like Texas. Once reported cases started spreading throughout New York, the state was one of the first to implement restaurant and bar closures. As a result, we saw a dramatic decrease in New York foot traffic last week compared to the prior week. Some restaurant categories are getting hit harder than others. Pizza and Sandwich (QS) subcategories have seen the smallest decreases in visitation, while Mexican (FC) and Bakery Cafe (FC) subcategories have seen the biggest decreases in visitation. One reason we believe Pizza is faring relatively well is that, on a per-person basis, pizza is high value in terms of the number of people it can feed for a low cost. People's perception of the coronavirus pandemic is getting worse. Over the last 2 weeks, consumers have become increasingly concerned about the threat of coronavirus. But as Congress deliberates over the economic stimulus package and China reports fewer confirmed cases, the world is wondering if it can start being cautiously optimistic. Our survey results may show, in the future, an upward trend in consumer sentiment as the pandemic passes and the world begins to recover to a new normal.	https://blog.sense360.com/covid-19-analysis-part-7-total-foot-traffic-is-dropping-nationwide
There are three buckets each of which holds a maximum of 5 litres. Use the clues to work out how much liquid there is in each bucket. Peter, Melanie, Amil and Jack received a total of 38 chocolate eggs. Use the information to work out how many eggs each person had. Use the information to work out how many gifts there are in each pile. Cassandra, David and Lachlan are brothers and sisters. They range in age between 1 year and 14 years. Can you figure out their exact ages from the clues? Can you substitute numbers for the letters in these sums? There are over sixty different ways of making 24 by adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing all four numbers 4, 6, 6 and 8 (using each number only once). How many can you find? Can you draw a continuous line through 16 numbers on this grid so that the total of the numbers you pass through is as high as possible? Try adding together the dates of all the days in one week. Now multiply the first date by 7 and add 21. Can you explain what happens? Here are the prices for 1st and 2nd class mail within the UK. You have an unlimited number of each of these stamps. Which stamps would you need to post a parcel weighing 825g? The Scot, John Napier, invented these strips about 400 years ago to help calculate multiplication and division. Can you work out how to use Napier's bones to find the answer to these multiplications? What is the sum of all the three digit whole numbers? Where can you draw a line on a clock face so that the numbers on both sides have the same total? What is happening at each box in these machines? Using 3 rods of integer lengths, none longer than 10 units and not using any rod more than once, you can measure all the lengths in whole units from 1 to 10 units. How many ways can you do this? On the planet Vuv there are two sorts of creatures. The Zios have 3 legs and the Zepts have 7 legs. The great planetary explorer Nico counted 52 legs. How many Zios and how many Zepts were there? Can you score 100 by throwing rings on this board? Is there more than way to do it? If the numbers 5, 7 and 4 go into this function machine, what numbers will come out? Tell your friends that you have a strange calculator that turns numbers backwards. What secret number do you have to enter to make 141 414 turn around? The clockmaker's wife cut up his birthday cake to look like a clock face. Can you work out who received each piece? Arrange three 1s, three 2s and three 3s in this square so that every row, column and diagonal adds to the same total. Annie cut this numbered cake into 3 pieces with 3 cuts so that the numbers on each piece added to the same total. Where were the cuts and what fraction of the whole cake was each piece? Find out what a Deca Tree is and then work out how many leaves there will be after the woodcutter has cut off a trunk, a branch, a twig and a leaf. Max and Mandy put their number lines together to make a graph. How far had each of them moved along and up from 0 to get the counter to the place marked? On the table there is a pile of oranges and lemons that weighs exactly one kilogram. Using the information, can you work out how many lemons there are? Rocco ran in a 200 m race for his class. Use the information to find out how many runners there were in the race and what Rocco's finishing position was. On a calculator, make 15 by using only the 2 key and any of the four operations keys. How many ways can you find to do it? Fill in the missing numbers so that adding each pair of corner numbers gives you the number between them (in the box). In this problem you have to place four by four magic squares on the faces of a cube so that along each edge of the cube the numbers match. I was looking at the number plate of a car parked outside. Using my special code S208VBJ adds to 65. Can you crack my code and use it to find out what both of these number plates add up to? If each of these three shapes has a value, can you find the totals of the combinations? Perhaps you can use the shapes to make the given totals? Find a great variety of ways of asking questions which make 8. Find the next number in this pattern: 3, 7, 19, 55 ... Put a number at the top of the machine and collect a number at the bottom. What do you get? Which numbers get back to themselves? The picture shows a lighthouse and many underwater creatures. If you know the markings on the lighthouse are 1m apart, can you work out the distances between some of the different creatures? Investigate the different distances of these car journeys and find out how long they take. This number has 903 digits. What is the sum of all 903 digits? If the answer's 2010, what could the question be? Number problems at primary level that may require resilience. What happens when you add the digits of a number then multiply the result by 2 and you keep doing this? You could try for different numbers and different rules. How would you count the number of fingers in these pictures? This group activity will encourage you to share calculation strategies and to think about which strategy might be the most efficient. Can you go through this maze so that the numbers you pass add to exactly 100? There are 4 jugs which hold 9 litres, 7 litres, 4 litres and 2 litres. Find a way to pour 9 litres of drink from one jug to another until you are left with exactly 3 litres in three of the jugs. Well now, what would happen if we lost all the nines in our number system? Have a go at writing the numbers out in this way and have a look at the multiplications table. Go through the maze, collecting and losing your money as you go. Which route gives you the highest return? And the lowest? Skippy and Anna are locked in a room in a large castle. The key to that room, and all the other rooms, is a number. The numbers are locked away in a problem. Can you help them to get out? Tom and Ben visited Numberland. Use the maps to work out the number of points each of their routes scores. Can you put plus signs in so this is true? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 = 99 How many ways can you do it? This magic square has operations written in it, to make it into a maze. Start wherever you like, go through every cell and go out a total of 15! This challenge focuses on finding the sum and difference of pairs of two-digit numbers.	https://nrich.maths.org/public/topic.php?code=31&cl=2&cldcmpid=1169
Nominal Hours: 40Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities. Terms \| \| Course Code \| \| Campus \| \| Career \| \| School \| \| Learning Mode \| \| Teaching Period(s) \| \| MIET7056C \| \| City Campus \| \| TAFE \| \| 130T Vocational Engineering \| \| Face-to-Face \| Term1 2014, \| Term2 2014, Term1 2015, Term2 2015, Term1 2016, Term2 2016 \| \| MIET7056C \| \| City Campus \| \| TAFE \| \| 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science \| \| Face-to-Face or Internet \| Term1 2018, \| Term2 2018, Term2 2019, Term1 2020, Term2 2020, Term1 2021, Term2 2021 Course Contact: Program Manager Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468 Course Contact Email: [email protected] Course Description This unit of competency covers using a computer-aided design (CAD) program to produce and plot basic 3-D view drawings. Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities MEM30031A Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements National Competency Codes and Titles \| \| National Element Code & Title: \| \| MEM30033A Use computer-aided design (CAD) to create and display 3-D models \| \| Elements: \| \| 1. Confirm drawing requirements 2. Create and display 3-D views 3. Detail 3-D model 4. Save completed drawing file invarious formats Learning Outcomes Refer to Elements Overview of Assessment The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks: Assessment 1: Drawing Portfolio Assessment 2: Project based assignment Assessment 3: Competency Test These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):	http://www1.rmit.edu.au/courses/c6130048576
The Palawan province in the Philippines has faced a decade-long struggle with unstable energy access, characterised by continuous power outages (occurring two to three times daily) and unscheduled total or scheduled partial blackouts. This energy crisis has caused significant disruption to the livelihoods of 850,000 people, their local economy and administration. Through the Palawan Solar Hybrid Power project, InfraCo Asia aims to help the province achieve energy independence by: ● Providing an alternative to the current independent power providers (IPPs) that supply energy to Palawan Electric Cooperative (PALECO), the provincial electric cooperative; ● Reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels, used by the IPPs, by introducing a source of clean energy. The project looks to supply 24/7, affordable and reliable access to energy to people in Palawan. If the solar-diesel-battery model proves successful, the project has the potential to spur greater private sector investment in innovative, clean energy solutions for the Philippines.	https://infracoasia.com/our-portfolio/palawan-solar-hybrid-power/
Troughout my professional life I have worked with research topics both in theory and in practice that are focusing on expanding and crossing knowledge borders and practice for creating a better and more inspirering society. My Phd explores the borders between business and art and how human basic aesthetic needs and creativity are transformed in a industry and was a pioneering work within the field of artistic research. In my practice I have both run my own design companies and during nine years been the president of the largest design and art university in Sweden (Konstfack). In the field of design I have being part of the knowledge transfer from design specialists to designtools for all in the purpose to use design methods to accomplish human centred solutions on complex societal challenges. In my role of director of Openlab I am part of that journey for the publc sector and the academy.	https://www.kth.se/profile/ivarbj?l=en
On my latest RC project I decided to de-anodize all of the aluminum parts of their purple color and reveal the bare metal finish. Personally I like the look of bare metal better over a colored part. Many of you are familiar with the oven cleaner method of stripping off anodizing but in this article I’ll cover the often talked about Greased Lightning method for those who have not used it before. After stripping off the anodizing I will also go over one of the methods of polishing the bare aluminum part to a mirror shine. So let’s get started. For de-anodizing you will need the following items: - Greased Lightning Cleaner - A few large paper clips and binder clips - Plastic container, needs to be large enough to completely submerge your part - Green Scotch Brite pad - Denatured Alcohol How to de-anodize aluminum RC parts - First clean the anodized part thoroughly with denatured alcohol. - Next fill your plastic container with enough Greased Lightning to completely submerge your part. For smaller parts, place an object under one end of the container and tilt it up to use less cleaner. - Now take a straightened paper clip and hook it onto the part. - Hang the part in the Greased Lightning Cleaner so that it is completely submerged and not touching the bottom. If you just drop the part in the Greased Lightning Cleaner, only the upper portion of the part will be de-anodized and you will have to flip the part over. While the second side is de-anodizing the first side will turn black from oxidizing. Sometimes this is inevitable with parts such as flat chassis pieces. I try to do all sides at once so there is less clean up later. - Once the part is in the Greased Lightning Cleaner, use a binder clip to keep the paper clip secured to the side of the container. - Once the oxidizing process begins you will see bubbles start to come off the surface of the part. Check the part every minute or so. Leaving the part in for too long will cause over-oxidation and turn the part black. Depending on how thick the layer of anodizing is, it will take between 2-10 minutes to completely remove. This piece took just under three minutes to finish. Agitating the solution will help speed up the process. Once the part is finished rinse it thoroughly with water. Use a Scotch Brite pad to clean up any black areas where there was over-oxidation of the aluminum. The bare metal will have a flat dull finish. Polishing aluminum RC parts Items needed will be: - Wet/dry sandpaper in 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1500 grit. - Spray bottle of water - Aluminum polish, in this example I used Blue Magic, but there are many other brands that will work. - Dremel tool and felt polishing wheels/cones - Safety glasses, respirator mask, and gloves. - Red Tripoli polishing compound - Optional: Firm cloth polishing wheel, the type that attaches to a bench grinder or drill. First step is to wet sand your part. Start with the 320 grit sandpaper and sand in one direction for flat pieces. If you have a curved piece you can sand in 90 degree rotations with each step in grit. Spray the part and sandpaper often with water while sanding to prevent clogging. Clogging will cause deep scratches. Once the part is as smooth as you can get with the 320 grit, move on to 400 grit. At this point if you have the cloth polishing wheel and red tripoli you can skip moving up in sandpaper grits. Otherwise keep moving up in grit until you get to 1500. After sanding with 1500 grit paper, the surface should feel very smooth. The red tripoli gets its red color from its active component which is rust. Polishing with this compound will remove the light surface scratches left over from sanding with the 400 grit paper and is considered a “heavy cut” type of polishing. After applying the red tripoli to the polishing wheel, lightly pass the part over the wheel until all surface scratches are removed. There is no need to press very hard on the wheel, let the wheel do the work. When you are finished the surface finish will be as smooth as if you had just finished sanding with 1500 grit sandpaper. Now onto the fun part. Apply some polish to the part and work with a small area at a time. I use a q-tip to evenly spread the polish. Using the felt wheel and Dremel, start polishing the part using light pressure. Let the wheel do the work and watch out for the edges of the part where the wheel could snag and fling the part from your hands. The polish should start to turn black. Keep polishing until you see the shine come through. Use a low to medium speed on the Dremel to prevent burning of the polish. When finished with polishing, use Windex to remove any excess polish. I only did half of the part to show before and after final polishing. You can use automotive wax to help keep the shine. Total time to polish this part was about an hour. It is quite time consuming but the end results will be well worth the effort. Thanks to forum member sweetdiesel for taking the time to write this how-to. Feel free to discuss this how-to in our Reviews/How-to’s forum. What Do You Think? There you have it: an easy way to de-anodize and polish your aluminum RC parts. Now we’d like to hear from you. What parts have you de-anodized? Do you have another method of removing aluminum anodization? Let me know by leaving a comment below right now.	https://www.rctalk.com/de-anodizing-and-polishing-aluminum/
From Sooke to Port Hardy, seven communities on Vancouver Island are receiving age-friendly grants to support seniors so they can live active, socially engaged and independent lives. “We are listening to seniors in this province and providing funding for age-friendly action items to help them age at home in their communities,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “Seniors who are connected to their communities and are active live longer, healthier lives and our government wants to keep that continuing.” A total of $729,500 in age-friendly grants are being provided to First Nations and B.C. communities in 2019. “Seniors are at the heart of their communities, and it’s important that they are able to age well at home so they can continue to contribute positively to their neighbourhoods,” said Anne Kang, Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors. “The impact of the age-friendly grants is great, and because of the success of the program, we have seen it grow year after year.” Grants will be distributed to Alberni-Clayoquot, Cumberland, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Port Hardy, Tahsis and Sooke. The communities’ projects and plans include: - creating an action plan to make Alberni-Clayoquot more age-friendly; - assessing and planning so Cumberland can better include seniors and help them age in place; - conducting an assessment to make Nanaimo more age-friendly, including reducing social isolation and improving social networks/organizations; - doing an age-friendly assessment to ensure Port Alberni’s seniors are supported; - creating a garden space for the Hardy Bay Seniors’ Centre; - planning for an age-friendly community in Tahsis; and - Sooke is continuing its Healthy Eating for Active Living program. The 2019 age-friendly grants will be distributed to 37 communities throughout B.C., three more than the number that received grants in 2018 and more than double the number that received grants in 2017. Together, up to $140,000 will be awarded to communities on Vancouver Island to help make them more accessible and inclusive for older adults. The age-friendly communities grant program is a partnership between the Province and the Union of British Columbia Municipalities. In September 2018, local governments and First Nations communities were invited to apply for grants and encouraged to consider projects that focused on accessibility, aging well, physical activity and non-medical home supports. Successful applicants are eligible to apply for a range of services from BC Healthy Communities Society to support their project. Learn More: More information about Age-friendly BC can be found online: http://www.gov.bc.ca/agefriendly A backgrounder follows.	https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019HLTH0026-000133
Full-text links: Download: Current browse context: cs.MA Change to browse by: References & Citations Bookmark(what is this?) Computer Science > Multiagent Systems Title: Social Diversity Reduces the Complexity and Cost of Fostering Fairness (Submitted on 18 Nov 2022) Abstract: Institutions and investors are constantly faced with the challenge of appropriately distributing endowments. No budget is limitless and optimising overall spending without sacrificing positive outcomes has been approached and resolved using several heuristics. To date, prior works have failed to consider how to encourage fairness in a population where social diversity is ubiquitous, and in which investors can only partially observe the population. Herein, by incorporating social diversity in the Ultimatum game through heterogeneous graphs, we investigate the effects of several interference mechanisms which assume incomplete information and flexible standards of fairness. We quantify the role of diversity and show how it reduces the need for information gathering, allowing us to relax a strict, costly interference process. Furthermore, we find that the influence of certain individuals, expressed by different network centrality measures, can be exploited to further reduce spending if minimal fairness requirements are lowered. Our results indicate that diversity changes and opens up novel mechanisms available to institutions wishing to promote fairness. Overall, our analysis provides novel insights to guide institutional policies in socially diverse complex systems. Submission historyFrom: The Anh Han [view email] [v1] Fri, 18 Nov 2022 21:58:35 GMT (871kb,D) Link back to: arXiv, form interface, contact.	http://export.arxiv.org/abs/2211.10517
15th October 2019 Dear Parents We have arranged for the Year 4 and 5 children to visit an outdoor learning environment at Woodmeadow Trust in... Posted On 15 Oct 2019 Meet the staff Mr Brown Mrs Hill Mrs Smith Mrs Smailes In Team Beech we aim to create a supportive, respectful, team atmosphere where everyone and everyone’s opinion is valued and listened to. We develop our resilience and self-belief to tackle challenges that stretch us and extend our understanding. Exploring interesting topics, being happy at school and creating an enthusiasm for learning are promoted in Team Beech. We can’t wait to get to know you all next year and hope you enjoy your summer holidays.	https://lakeside.ebor.academy/classes/team-beech-year-3-4/
My boss had been reading John Ortberg’s ‘Everybody’s Normal Till You Get to Know Them’ and it was time for us to plan our annual leadership team retreat. Looking for a theme title, he suggested half-jokingly, ‘How about ‘Everybody’s Weird’?’ I laughed at first but then thought for a moment…what a great concept and idea. It felt inspired. How to blow away any sense of normality and conformity and to meet each other afresh as we really are. Our creativity lies in our unique weirdness and what a great way to explore our individual quirkyness and its potential for the team and organisation. Every group, every team, develops its own normative behaviours. Some even prescribe them by developing explicit competency and behavioural frameworks. It provides a sense of identity, stability and predictability. It can also improve focus and how people work together by establishing a set of ground rules, how we can be at our best. The flip side of all of this is that a team can begin to feel too homogeneous, too bland. It can lose its creative spark, its innovative spirit. The challenge was how to rediscover our differences, our wonderful, exciting, diversity in all its weird complexity. We invited people to bring objects that represented something significant in their personal lives and to share their stories. We invited people to use psychometrics to explore their preferences to shared them in the group. We invited them to challenge the psychometric frames, not to allow themselves to be too categorised. We invited people to challenge stereotypes, to break the moulds they felt squeezed or squeezed themselves into, to look intently for what they didn’t normally notice in themselves and each other, to allow themselves to be surprised and inspired by what they discovered. It felt like an energetic release. People laughed more, some cried more, others prayed deeply together. The burden of leadership felt lighter as people connected and bonded in a new way. It felt easier to challenge and to encourage. By relaxing into each other and themselves, people became more vibrant, more colourful, less stressed. They saw fresh possibilities that lay hidden from sight before. They discovered more things they liked about each other, fresh points of common passion, interest and concern. They built new friendships that eased their ways of working. It felt more like team. What space do you and your organisation allow for weirdness? Do you actively seek, nurture and reward differences? Do your leadership style and culture bring out and celebrate individuals’ strange idiosyncracies, each person’s unique God-given gifts, talents and potential? Have you had experiences where a capacity for weirdness has enhanced your team or organisation’s creativity and innovation? Do you risk inadvertently squeezing out the best of weirdness by policies and practices that drive towards uniformity? Could a bit more weirdness be more inspiring and effective – and fun?! :) A good friend in the police service once commented how he would arrive at work each day, put on his uniform and spend the rest of the day ‘impersonating a police officer’. He had a clear idea in mind of how a police officer would typically speak and behave and so consciously acted it out. It was like playing a role in a theatre with the uniform acting as both costume and psychological prop. A young girl working as a prostitute on the streets of Bangkok told me how she always used a pseudonym when working with clients. This name kept her real identity hidden and provided her with an alternative persona. By doing this, she was able psychologically to disassociate and protect her ‘true inner self’ from the separate persona that was engaging in sexual acts with strangers. A priest spoke of the pressures he felt to live a public life under constant moral scrutiny. By wearing a dog collar, he identified with a faith, a role and a calling that demanded high levels of personal integrity. Over the years, he struggled and found ways to live a more integrated and authentic life commenting that, ‘the real question is not how to be a priest but how to be oneself who is a priest.’ The first example here is of a person who found ways to fulfil a role by copying the behaviours of role models within that specific professional culture. The second is a person who learned to survive by deliberately separating herself psychologically from her persona-in-role. The third is a person who sought to find ways to live out a role by becoming more truly himself within that role. I’ve worked with numerous leaders who have experienced similar challenges. How to live and cope with one’s own expectations of leader and leadership as well as those imposed by the organisation or culture, not to mention the actual or imagined expectations of the board, peers and staff. It can feel stressful, daunting, isolating, debilitating and anxiety-provoking. It can result in burnout. Sometimes it’s a case of ‘impostor syndrome’ where a person believes he or she has been appointed to a role under some assumed false pretext or mistake. In such a situation, the person may put on a brave face and live in continual fear of being found out. ‘Sooner or later, they will discover that I’m not as good or capable as they think I am.’ It’s a form of exaggerated negative self-evaluation. I’ve experienced similar pressures myself, especially 6-12 months into a new job. During the first 6 months, I tell myself it’s OK not to know everything because I’m new. There comes a point at which, however, I risk placing expectations on myself that I should now know more than I do. It’s a type of personal anxiety (fear of failure) combined with social anxiety (fear of being negatively evaluated). One coping strategy is to wear a metaphorical mask like a stage actor. The problem is that it’s the same phenomenon the word ‘hypocrite’ points towards: literally, one who pretends to be what he or she is not. It lacks reality and authenticity, takes considerable energy to sustain and can lead to stress and exhaustion. It prevents the person being and contributing their best, as they really are. There are spiritual parallels in Christian theology where people are both challenged and encouraged to ‘move into the light’ or to ‘live in the truth’ where everything is exposed for what it really is. It’s as if we need to find a space, a relationship, where we can see clearly and be totally honest, real and accepted in order to build out from that place. It’s about learning honesty, integrity and peace. It’s like the equation: ‘trust = risk + support’. A person is more likely to open up, to be real (which can feel risky) if, when he or she takes such a step, they experience genuine acceptance and support. It reduces anxiety, helps the person think more clearly and creatively, fuels their energy and motivation, enables them to hear critical feedback and builds trust for the future. Various coaching and therapeutic schools draw on similar principles, e.g. providing unconditional positive regard (e.g. person-centred); enabling a person to question and test their beliefs and assumptions in order to get a better sense of what is real (e.g. cognitive behavioural); experimenting with new behaviours to discover new experiences and ways of being and doing (e.g. gestalt). In my coaching work with a leader, I may encourage him or her to explore and grow using a range of approaches, e.g. draw graphic images, select objects/symbols or strike physical poses that depict (a) their idea of the leader they believe the organisation or others expect them to be and (b) the leader they believe they are or aspire to be, then explore the commonalities and differences. Alternatively, I may encourage the person to experiment wearing different types of clothing, to practice holding themselves in a variety of postures, to speak in different volumes or tones of voice to explore which they feel most comfortable with, to find a physical expression that best enables them to be who they are. I may encourage the person to brainstorm what they believe others expect of them, believe about them as a leader and to test those assumptions openly with others. I may encourage the person to vividly imagine themselves as e.g. a humble, confident, capable leader and to role play it focusing on real scenarios, reflecting on thoughts, feelings, behaviours and responses as we do it together. I may provide the person with toy figures and invite him or her to create a configuration of their current key relationships (e.g. leadership team), then ask them to move the figures into different configurations to reflect on how that feels and what insights emerge. I may also invite them to reflect on past life or work experiences that have felt very similar (e.g. family, previous teams). I may encourage the person to step back and consider what their own experience might point towards culturally or systemically. If, for instance, the leader feels unsafe to be honest, what light does that shed on, for example, what is considered acceptable and unacceptable culturally within that environment and what can the leader do practically and realistically to influence positive change. I would be interested to hear of others’ experiences in this area and how you have worked through them. Have you experienced 'imposter syndrome'? Have you struggled to reconcile who you are with the role you find yourself playing? Have you coached, mentored or trained others working through similar personal or professional challenges? If so, I would love to hear from you. Art of influence 25/1/2013 What makes a great influencer? What influences you? What have been your best and worst experiences of influencing other people? What have you found makes the difference? Influence is sometimes described as the art or psychology of persuasion. It’s about creating a shift in a person or group’s beliefs, thinking, feelings, attitudes, actions or behaviour. We’re influencing all the time through our everyday social interactions but not always in the ways we would hope for. For example, as you read what I’m writing here, your own views about influencing will be affected at some level. It could strengthen your existing beliefs or create a shift, no matter how small. The art of influencing is at heart about enabling a shift in the direction that the influencer hopes for. This implies at the outset that influence demands intentionality. It implies a deliberate act, a strategy or sorts, with a particular goal in mind. This intention is not always clear, however, even to the influencer. We’re not always sure what influences our own behaviour, even if we rationalise or post-rationalise it at a conscious level. So, for instance, I could tell and convince myself that I’m behaving or acting in a certain way because that explanation feels more personally or socially acceptable, even if deeper factors or motivations are at work at subconscious or unconscious levels. Assuming for argument’s sake that I have a clear and conscious intention or goal in mind, what can I do to create a shift in another towards my desired direction? As a leader or manager, I could use my positional power to demand a change in action or behaviour. It could result in compliance to achieve reward or avoid punishment, or resistance as an effort to avoid the change. It’s unlikely, however, to change the other party’s underlying beliefs, values, attitudes etc. in the way that I may hope for, especially if I want to achieve transformational and sustainable change. This is of course one of the critical challenges of change leadership: how to move a person or group to a psychological place where they choose freely to change without coercion or external pressure. It’s the same kind of challenge faced by trainers and marketeers: how to influence people’s attitudes, choices and behaviours without access to formal power or authority to ensure those changes happen. It begs interesting and important ethical questions, e.g. how to achieve a shift without unethically manipulating people or groups, especially those who are vulnerable. In my experience, a key factor in influencing is understanding what matters most to other people. This is often the starting point for market research, surveying targeted populations to find out what they choose and why. If I understand what matters to you, what you value most, I can frame my product, service, idea, argument, language etc. in terms that will make it feel familiar, acceptable or attractive to you. In advertising, I may use people or images you consider iconic, admirable, inspiring or trustworthy to build a psychological bridge towards you – and to entice you to cross it. The same principles apply to influencing in the workplace. Recognising that employee engagement influences talent retention and organisational performance, many organisations conduct staff surveys, pulse checks, focus groups etc. to understand how the organisation feels to those who work for it. Such surveys provide opportunity for leaders and staff to influence the organisational culture and climate and for staff to influence what leaders pay attention to. Some of the more sophisticated surveys check ‘what matters most to you’ alongside general satisfaction scores. Many organisations also use a whole variety or initiatives including competency frameworks, performance management systems, reward and recognition strategies to identify, publicise, affirm and reinforce behaviours that leaders consider most valuable for the organisation. All of these processes aim at some level to influence perspectives, attitudes and actions. The leadership agenda involves not only understanding what matters most to staff but influencing what people will choose in order to align personal choices and decisions with what the organisation wants or needs. So, what are the key factors that enable us to be effective influencers? Firstly, have a clear and explicit intention. If we have mixed or hidden motives, we lack integrity, others will pick it up intuitively and it will undermine trust. If you’re unsure what your true motives are, reflect on this honestly with a critical colleague or friend beforehand. Secondly, research and understand what matters most to other people. If we can tap into others’ language, culture, values and goals and address them well in what we propose, we are more likely to build bridges and achieve win-win solutions. Thirdly, have a clear sense of what we want others to think, feel or do differently. This enables us to design and communicate messages clearly. I often ask myself before presentations or meetings, for instance: ‘What do I want people to think, feel and do as a result of what I do today?’ Fourthly, reward changes in ways that others value and appreciate. If we ask those we seek to influence, for instance: ‘How do you want to do this?’, ‘What would make this worthwhile for you?’ or ‘What would make a great outcome for you?’, it demonstrates humanity, relationship, humility and respect. What is culture? 9/11/2011 Management literature is filled with guidance and case studies on how to change organisational culture. Some view culture as an overarching descriptor of ‘how we do things round here’. Others view it as a shared underlying belief system that influences behaviour and practice. I think there’s some truth in both these viewpoints. They point to the shared nature of culture, that is, it includes the individual yet extends beyond towards a group: its values and ways of acting. It’s this shared dimension that differentiates culture from individual thinking or behaving. Yet it still feels like something is missing. Culture is a felt experience. Observing culture, studying it, analysing it, isn’t the same as directly experiencing it. It’s something about what it feels like, what it means personally, existentially to be part of something bigger than myself. And yet it isn’t just something I feel. It’s about a mood, a shared experience, something we within the culture feel, together. It’s an intangible phenomenon, a group dynamic, that feels tangible. It guides us, moves us, motivates us in subconscious ways that feel natural and mysterious. This is one of the reasons why culture change programmes are so problematic. If culture was simply about thinking or behaviour, it would be possible to devise methods that motivate and enable change in these areas. In some situations, that may well be all that is needed. In transformational change, however, we must pay attention to deep rooted existential issues, psychodynamic and social psychological phenomena, cultural climate and experience. It’s about working-with, certainly not doing-to, and that demands humility, wisdom and patience.	http://www.nick-wright.com/blog/category/climate
Bas-relief is a method of sculpting which entails carving or etching away the surface of a flat piece of stone or metal. The word is derived from the Italian "basso rilievo" the literal translation meaning raised contrast. To explain simply it is sculpture portrayed as a picture. The portrayed image is raised above the background flat surface. For example, if a stone slab is two inches thick before sculpting begins, then the non-image (background) area might be, say, one inch thick when the art work is done, and the image area will vary between one inch to two inches, depending on the final image. Bas-relief is an art technique that has been used since ancient times, the Elgin marbles are a prime example of this form of art. The process is still in use today. There are countless examples both on display in museums and in the regular world. Most cultures of the world have utilized the technique. It is most commonly used for the architectural adornment of building surfaces, both inside and outside, where the stone is part of the building, rather than as a free-standing piece of art to be hung on a wall. Sometimes the resulting image has been painted, and other times it has been left in the natural state of the material used.	https://clipart.academickids.com/encyclopedia/index.php/Bas-relief
Claims against employers by employees may relate to issues such as grievances, unfair dismissal, discrimination and breach of contract terms. In defending legal claims and resolving disputes, our Employment Team represent SMEs and large companies across many sectors. We often advise on the best course of action to prevent this from happening. Making sure that we understand the risks facing our clients, we assess the strength of each employment dispute on its merits. We defend cases at employment tribunals, employment appeals tribunals and at court. Wherever possible, we aim to resolve these disputes through negotiation. We also use alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation, to reach an acceptable solution. Where this is not possible, we put together a strong case for an employment tribunal or court. Correct procedures must be followed throughout: if mistakes are made, a tribunal may penalise those responsible. Our Employment Team ensures that proper protocols are followed, that clients are thoroughly prepared for the court or tribunal hearing, and that their case is presented by an expert employment law advocate.	https://www.lawrencestephens.com/services/employment/employment-dispute-litigation/
THE regulator in charge of carbon farming is seeking feedback on the current framework for carbon projects in Australia. The Emissions Reduction Fund is a voluntary scheme that provides incentives for organisations and individuals to adopt new practices that reduce emissions or store carbon to ultimately earn Australian Carbon Credit Units. The Clean Energy Regulator CER is in charge of the ERF and has released a survey asking landholders a series of questions about their interest in carbon farming. “The CER is interested in understanding how to make it easier for landholders and land managers, including farmers and traditional owners, to participate in the Australian Government’s Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF),” the regulator said. “Technical rules for project eligibility and the claiming of benefits can be difficult to navigate and understand. We want to better understand and address barriers to participation in the ERF for landholders and land managers, including learning more about the farmer and traditional owner perspective.	https://www.beefcentral.com/carbon/feedback-sought-to-make-carbon-farming-more-accessible/
Evidence for benefits of resistant starch is growing Together, these foods provide an average of just 18g per day for adults – well below the recommended 30g per day. To meet the new fibre guideline, the Eatwell Guide depicts a diet where more than 75% of foods are plant-based, so more wholegrains, wholemeal products, pulses and vegetables will need to feature. But are there other considerations? Included in the definition of fibre is resistant starch (RS) – starch that passes through the small intestine intact. Naturally present in some foods RS is naturally present in some foods such as bananas, potatoes, grains, bread, pulses and seeds (known as RS1 & RS2). It is formed when starchy foods such as potatoes and pasta are cooked then cooled (RS3). It is also produced or modified commercially (RS4 & RS5) and incorporated into some food products. The benefits of RS for gut health, glucose metabolism and appetite control have been reviewed. The strongest evidence, which supports an EU health claim, is for blood sugar response after a meal.	https://www.foodmanufacture.co.uk/Article/2017/03/16/Resistant-starch-shows-gut-health-promise
In the summer, what could be nicer than a walk in the mountains to reconnect with nature? In Verbier, you’ll find a great choice of marked paths, of varying degrees of difficulty. From panoramic or family-friendly walks to more demanding hikes, there is something for everyone. Take a look at our suggestions below. Hiking trails These itineraries are accessible to everyone and the steep sections are secured. They don’t require any particular level of skill. Mountain hiking trails These are steep, although the exposed sections are secured. They are only suitable for sure-footed hikers in good physical condition. Alpine hiking trails These are very challenging and can lead through terrain with no paths. They are only suitable for those who are very sure-footed, in excellent physical condition and who have a good head for heights.	https://verbier4vallees.ch/en/experiences-in-verbier/walking-and-hiking
Admins can make a task appear prominently to specific users or user groups by @mentioning their name or role within that task. The @mentioned users will see such tasks highlighted on the Transaction page, Tasks page, and in received emails. 3:17 Mention a Person in a Task To mention a specific person in a task, use any of the following: - Last name - First initial + last name - The portion of their Pipeline email address that appears before the @ - For example: For Joe Smith who has the email address [email protected], enter any of the following): @smith, @jsmith, @josephksmith Mention a Group of People in a Task - Enter multiple, separate @mentions using the method above. - For example: @smith @williams @jacobs - Enter their role (as defined in the Role field of their Manage Users profil. - For example: @officestaff Where to Use an @mention To set a task to be highlighted for a specific user or group of users, edit the task name on either the checklist template (if you need the @mention to be present on all transactions where the task is used) or directly on the transaction (if you need the @mention to only be for a specific transaction). Editing a Checklist Template: - Click your name in the upper right corner then "Admin / Settings". - Click [Checklists] from the left menu. - Click the checklist name that contains the task to open the checklist template. - @mention the user’s name or role in the task name. Editing a Checklist that has Been Added to a Transaction: - Click the [Pencil] to edit the desired task. - @mention the user’s name or role in the task name. Sending tasks with @mentions When sending a note or email from a transaction, if you append complete, overdue, or incomplete tasks, the recipient’s @mentioned tasks will be automatically highlighted in the message. Viewing Highlighted Tasks Users who are @mentioned on tasks will see their tasks automatically highlighted wherever tasks are shown: On Transactions: On Emails: On the Tasks Page: Users can click "Your @ Tasks" to view tasks where they are @mentioned. They can also sync just their @mentioned tasks to their external calendar by selecting "Your @ Tasks" then selecting the appropriate sync option. Clicking the "Showing @ Tasks" button turns off the filter and shows all tasks visible to the user. FAQ Q: Can agents add @mentions to tasks? A: No. The ability to manage and edit tasks (including adding @mentions) is an admin function and is not suitable for agents. Q: Does @mentioning someone trigger reminders to be sent to them? Does it prevent reminders from being sent to others?	https://help.paperlesspipeline.com/help/highlight-a-persons-task-by-mentioning-them
"The ETCETERA project is a contribution to effective and efficient security research planning on a European level. Its aim is three-fold: 1. to develop novel methodologies for future strategic research planning, 2. to identify risks and potential benefits associated with Critical Dependencies and Emerging Technologies with security implications, and 3. to recommend research plans to deal with these risks and potential benefits. The two issues raised in the topic are treated in two separate but interrelated project strands: Strand 1 deals with Critical Technologies and Dependencies. In a process that involves technical experts, end-users, and other stakeholders, technologies that are indispensable for security today and in the near future are identified. In a next step, an analysis is performed to evaluate in which of these critical technologies member states of the EU are dependent on non-EU contributions. A research agenda to alleviate these critical dependencies through alternative technological solutions will be developed. Methods for the detection and elimination of Critical Dependencies are developed and described. Strand 2 looks further into the future. Technologies that are now ""emerging"" will be scrutinised to evaluate future security implications. A research agenda to keep up, and in some cases take the lead, in these technological areas will be developed to avoid future critical dependencies of the EU. Several well established and some novel methods will be combined to perform these tasks. The methods are compared and/or assessed to improve future strategic research planning. ETCETERA will thus both provide solutions for current problems in strategic security research planning, and develop methodologies for future research planning efforts."	https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/261512
L’Hospital’s Rule is a method for finding the value of certain kinds of limits using derivatives. The rule is named after Guillaume de l’Hospital (or l’Hôpital), which is a French name, pronounced low-pee-tal (NOT le Hoss-pih-tal). L’Hospital’s Rule If f(x)/g(x) has the form 0/0 or ∞/∞ when x = a is plugged in, then: In other words, take the derivative of the numerator (top) and the derivative of the denominator (bottom), and then try computing the limit. Using L’Hospital’s Rule In order to use l’Hospital’s Rule, you must first check to see that your limit has the right form. First of all, it must be a fraction of two functions, f(x) / g(x) in order to apply the rule. Secondly — and this is crucial! — when you plug in the given x-value, the fraction must either evaluate to 0/0 or ∞/∞. These are two types of indeterminate forms. If your limit problem is not in an indeterminate form, then you can’t use this method directly. Examples Let’s see how l’Hospital’s Rule works in the following two examples. Example 1 After plugging in x = 0, we find the indeterminate form, 0/0. So l’Hospital’s Rule can be used. Just take the derivative of the top and the derivative of the bottom. Afterwards, try plugging in the x value again. Example 2 L’Hospital’s Rule works just as well in limits as x → &mn; ∞. Notice, the indeterminate form this time is ∞/∞. But there’s another interesting feature about this example. After using the rule once, the limit still has indeterminate form (∞/∞). Therefore, we can use the rule once again. In general, l’Hospital’s Rule may be repeated as many times as necessary, as long as there is an indeterminate form at each stage. Functions that are not Fractions Sometimes a limit problem comes along that seems impossible to do. Standard algebraic techniques may not work. If the function had a fractional form, then we could use l’Hospital. But what if the function is not even a fraction? There are certain algebraic manipulations that can force an expression to be a fraction. When done correctly, l’Hospital may be used on the result. Forcing a Fraction Here is an example in which we change a product into a fraction using a standard algebraic trick. Example 3 This time we didn’t start with a fraction. But if you rewrite x2 = 1/x -2 using negative exponents, then we can force the function to take the form of a fraction. Then use l’Hospital’s Rule on the result. Conclusion When a limit problem involves a fraction of two functions, then try L’Hospital’s Rule. Don’t forget to check whether it’s an indeterminate form first. With this powerful tool in your toolbox, limits on the AP Calculus exams just got a whole lot easier!	http://clemmonsdogpark.info/hs/ap-calculus/2017/what-is-lhospitals-rule/
A diagram of the car accident that killed two children in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, on May 8, 2019. TOKYO -- With road accidents involving pedestrian fatalities grabbing recent headlines with alarming regularity, including the deaths of two toddlers in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture on May 8, which could have been prevented by increased road safety provisions for pedestrians and drivers, focus has begun to shift to measures that could avoid repeat incidents. Shunichi Kuryu, commissioner general of the National Police Agency (NPA), addressed the recent spate of incidents at a May 9 press conference. "Compared to other countries, the proportion of pedestrians in Japan dying in accidents is high," he said, adding that his agency was planning to promote safety measures in conjunction with relevant bodies, such as installing guardrails for walking routes to schools. According to the NPA's analysis of data from traffic accidents in multiple countries between 2016 and 2018, about 36% of fatalities in Japan are pedestrians. The corresponding figure for the U.K. is roughly 25%, with the United States and France at some 16%, and Germany down to around 15%. Yasumi Ito, a professor in safety and medical engineering at the University of Yamanashi and a former car accident researcher at the National Research Institute of Police Science spoke to the Mainichi Shimbun. Placing the state of Japan's roads in a historical context, he said: "In the lead up to the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, priority was given to making roads that cars could drive through easily, rather than pedestrian safety." His research showed that since then, safety measures such as introducing guardrails or creating routes that are harder for cars to speed in have not been widely adopted. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism set standards for installing guardrails and other barriers, including the danger to pedestrians being high. However, due to variance in road widths, features on the sides of roads and volume of traffic, the ministry says it is difficult to introduce a universal standard for railings including guardrails. On their decision to leave the installation of railings to local government road administrators, the ministry said, "If railings are installed under a uniform rule, sidewalks may become inconvenient for wheelchair users or visually impaired residents who use tactile paving. All we can do is to make a comprehensive judgment based on the transportation situation in a local area." In response to a car accident in Kameoka, Kyoto Prefecture, which killed a pregnant mother and two children walking to school in April 2012, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology carried out emergency inspections of school pedestrian routes nationally. The ministry's survey identified 74,483 potentially dangerous spots including traffic crossings and areas without guardrails. By the end of March 2018, about 97% of the routes had been altered or had roadsides widened, but issues such as difficulties purchasing land to improve routes left some problem areas unresolved. Furthermore, kindergarten and day care center routes not covered by existing school ones were not included in the survey. Police said in 2018 there were 130 fatal traffic accidents caused by a collision with an oncoming car when attempting to execute a right-hand turn. In a notable number of cases, drivers started to turn thinking another car wasn't coming. Professor Ito believes more can be done to support drivers. "There are many instances at crowded junctions where people turn out of impatience," he said. Technology to extend the duration of green lights by detecting right-turning vehicles with sensors is also available. "If drivers felt confident they could make the turn by following the lights, they would be able to drive with fewer risks," he said, while stressing the best solution was both. "It would be effective if traffic light technology and drivers' awareness toward safety was combined with an increase in barriers like guardrails."
Furry Friends Rockin' Rescue is a non-profit animal rescue founded in 2015 by a group of Bismarck Animal Impound volunteers. The rescue was founded to alleviate overcrowding and unnecessary euthanization. Our goal is to match the right animal with the right adopters. To ensure the best match is made, we have established a process that is fair and accurate in determining the best home. Our organization is completely run by unpaid volunteers, many with full time jobs, who donate their free time to helping FFRR succeed. The entire process can be smooth, rather than complicated, if all parts of the application are thoroughly filled out. We do have paper copies available if needed. Please send an email request to [email protected] We thank you in advance for your time and patience throughout our adoption process. Step 1 – Fill out a Pre-Adoption Application We require this before we arrange a meeting between applicant and foster. Since we are a foster based organization, it is our priority to take the safety of our foster family into consideration. This application will tell us about you, your lifestyle, and background with animals. Step 2 – Application Preliminary Review Our application review team will initially screen your application to determine if all necessary information was provided. After this initial review is complete, the application will be sent to volunteers who conduct the reference checks and home visits. Step 3 – Landlord Approval Verified If it is determined that you rent your home, your landlord will be contacted to make sure you have approval to have an animal in your home; along with any restrictions on weight or breed. If your landlord does not allow for an animal in your home, your application will be denied at this point in the process. Step 4 – Veterinary References Contacted If you have current pets, we require a veterinary reference. We ask if all of your current pets are sterilized and up to date on vaccinations. If you don’t have any current pets, we will ask about the veterinary care that your previous pets received. If you have never owned a pet, this step is skipped. If your veterinary reference(s) cannot verify the spay/neuter and vaccination status of current or previous pets, your application will be denied during this step. Step 5 – Personal References Contacted Your personal references will be contacted to ask questions on you as a pet owner. This can take the most amount of time. Asking your references to return calls in a timely fashion will eliminate some gaps in the processing of your application. If our volunteers have any concerns with you adopting a pet, your application will be denied at this point. Step 6 – Home Visit and Applicant Interview We require home visits to determine that the animal will be living in a safe environment. The volunteer will do a short walk through of your home and yard, point out any safety concerns, and advise any area of concerns they might have. All household members must be present for the home visit. With our main location being in the Bismarck-Mandan area, we often run into distance as being a home visit concern. We have volunteers across the state who are willing to help. If our volunteers have any concerns about your home visit, or you deny a home visit, your application will be denied. Step 7 – Meeting between Approved Applicant & Available Animal We are a foster based rescue. We do not have a shelter or a building to create an appointment time to meet animals. We will not arrange meetings between animals and adopters until an application has been approved. Once you have been approved, a volunteer (usually the foster) will contact you about scheduling a time for you to meet the animal you are interested in. This meeting may occur at the foster’s residence or your home. This meeting does not guarantee you to be the final adopting decision on the animal. We may receive multiple applications, where multiple meetings will have to occur for that animal. Also, if the volunteer involved in the meeting does not think you are a good fit for that particular pet, you may be denied adoption to that specific animal but can still be considered for another. Step 8 – Adoption If you have decided to go forward with the adoption, after the approval has been given, you are required to sign the adoption contract and provide the adoption donation fee. If you adopt an animal that is too young to be sterilized, we will walk through the options we have for this situation. If you decide the animal is not a good fit for your home, you are required to return the animal to our rescue. The adoption donation fee will be forfeited and considered a donation to the rescue. Please contact us if you have any issues with the pet you adopted. Step 9 – Notification of Spay/Neuter If you adopt an animal that was too young to be sterilized prior to adoption, you will be required to have the animal sterilized by no later than six months of age, unless there is a health concern noted by a professional veterinarian. Step 10 – Optional Post Adoption Follow-up Visit Our adoption contract contains a clause that allows one of our volunteers the ability to perform a follow-up visit. We may require such a visit if we feel that the terms of the adoption contract are not being met. We are committed to the life, health, and well being of every animal we place for the remainder of their life. Should the adoption not work out or you need to rehome the animal, we require, by contract, that the animal be returned to us. Please notify us immediately at [email protected] if this situation occurs. Bismarck ND 58501 \| 0.1 mile away Joyrides Rescue is a foster based, all-volunteer, all-breed dog and cat rescue. We are saving animals from the over populated Southern States and finding them loving forever homes across the country and in Canada.	https://petshelters.org/shelter/furry_friends_rockin_rescue_bismarck_nd
13th February 1891: Frances Coles is found dead under the railway arch, Swallow Gardens, Whitechapel. Jack the Ripper is the pseudonym given to a serial killer active in the Whitechapel area of London, England in the second half of 1888. The name is taken from a letter by someone claiming to be the killer, published at the time of the killings. Although many theories have been advanced, Jack the Ripper's identity has not yet been determined, and may never be.	https://www.jahsonic.com/Ripper.html
The Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries seeks to make an exciting new appointment of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Culture, Media & Creative Industries to offer leadership in creative practice and arts-based research. The post will make a central contribution to the culture, reach and profile of the department, engaging in public-facing creative practice, inspiring new developments in teaching and research, as well as providing pastoral support across CMCI’s expanding portfolio of both in-person and online courses. This includes the BA Culture, Media & Creative Industries; three postgraduate programmes - Cultural & Creative Industries MA; Arts & Cultural Management MA, and Global Media Industries MA; and the Department’s expanding culture, media and creative industries PhD programme. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Culture, Media & Creative Industries or a closely related discipline, with an excellent knowledge and track record of working in a relevant field of creative practice and/or arts-based research. They will be an inspiring practitioner and researcher, bringing their own particular expertise in research methods and design, and possessing a flair for making creative practice accessible to a diverse audience. As a skilled educator, they will bring experience of both face-to-face and online teaching and assessment in Higher Education, demonstrate a commitment to student learning and welfare, and an aptitude for working within an interdisciplinary framework. In keeping with the department’s strategic priorities of inclusivity, sustainability, care, and reflexivity, applicants will be expected to demonstrate a deep commitment to making critical and positive interventions in society. The position will build on the Department’s existing research and teaching strengths in creative practice and arts-based research. As well as developing research on (and in) arts-based approaches, and informing dissertations and research projects across the curricula, the successful post-holder will liaise with external practitioners and stakeholders, contributing to new and emerging Faculty/College-wide initiatives in the area. They will be required to teach on a broad mix of modules, indicatively including Managing cultural projects (level 5); Events and festivals (level 6); Arts based research project; Art and globalisation; Contextualising creativity; Global media industries: Final project; Media industry innovations: Collaborative project (level 7). Working closely with other colleagues, they will also play an important role in designing and delivering new online modules for use in virtual short courses and further Programme development within the Department. We encourage applications from members of groups with protected characteristics that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Equality Act. We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented at this level. In applying for this role please include a covering letter clearly indicating how you meet the essential and desirable criteria below, and an up-to-date CV. Applicants are asked to include, as part of their covering letter, a separate statement describing past experience of, and/or future plans for, promoting diversity and inclusion. This post will be offered as an indefinite contract. This is a full-time post. Key responsibilities - Develop and deliver outstanding teaching in both face-to-face and online modes for BA and MA optional and compulsory modules, designing and delivering new online modules for virtual courses, where required - Provide high quality supervisory guidance and leadership for BA and MA level creative practice and arts-based dissertations, as well as high quality supervision to PhD students - Assess coursework and examinations as required - Contribute to the welfare of students through the personal tutor system - Conduct excellent research including publishing peer reviewed articles in high impact journals and/or books and research monographs, creative practice and art-based outputs, generating grant income, public engagement, and building recognizable research expertise and esteem - Fulfill administrative tasks as directed by the Head of Department The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Skills, knowledge and experience Essential criteria - Lecturer level - PhD awarded in Culture, Media & Creative Industries or a relevant interdisciplinary field - Excellent knowledge, understanding and experience of a relevant field of creative practice and associated arts-based research - Clearly defined research interests and plans compatible with the research strategies of the Department, Faculty and College - Highly effective administrative and organisational skills, underpinned by excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills - Experience of teaching relevant subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, with evidence of developing and delivering innovative and effective face-to-face and online teaching and ability to engage and inspire students of diverse and international backgrounds - Experience of grading a variety of assessment types at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and providing helpful and constructive feedback - Experience of providing academic advice and pastoral support to students, demonstrating commitment to student engagement and learning, supporting student welfare, and enhancing the student experience - An interdisciplinary mindset and aptitude for working within an interdisciplinary framework, including teaching across disciplines and beyond the immediate field of expertise - Aptitude for working collaboratively with colleagues providing leadership in designing and delivering online and offline teaching and undertaking administrative duties - Demonstrable networking skills, facilitating partnerships, bridging professional, civic, arts and academic research communities Desirable criteria - Lecturer level - Completion of appropriate training in Higher Education teaching and learning/academic practice - Completion of appropriate training in equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion - Research and teaching interests which focus on the Global South To be considered for this post at Senior Lecturer level, candidates will, in addition, be required to demonstrate the following:	https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/en-us/listing/253253/lecturer-senior-lecturer-in-culture-media-and-creative-industries-creative-practice-/?LinkSource=SimilarJobPlatform
Published: August 2022 ISBN : 9781781354087 Size: 198 x 126mm Pages : 150 (est) Format: Paperback Availability: Out of stock An engaging and insightful take on how educators can deliver more outdoor- and nature-oriented learning opportunities for the benefit of their pupils’ mental and physical well-being. Foreword by Ian Gilbert. At a time of unprecedented challenges in relation not only to the climate crisis but also to children’s and adolescents’ mental health, connecting to nature offers an accessible and desirable way forward for today’s learners – especially those living in urban surroundings. Bringing together evidence from psychology, environmental science and education, Alexia Barrable’s Independent Thinking on Nature-Based Learning aims to support teachers as they provide meaningful experiences rooted in learning about and through nature. The book can be used in two ways: to inspire individual sessions in nature, or to support teachers in building a cohesive outdoor-learning curriculum throughout the school. Featuring practical advice, case studies and discussion of original theory, the book aims to inspire, motivate and stimulate educators to engage with alternative approaches to teaching in the outdoors and with nature in mind – and in such a way that promotes students’ learning and fosters a long-lasting relationship with nature. Suitable for teachers and outdoor-learning leaders in early years through to secondary schools. Dr Alexia Barrable was born in Greece and had a wild childhood climbing trees and rescuing tortoises. After moving to the UK in her early teens, she went on to study at Oxford and Cambridge, where she qualified as a teacher. Alexia has a PhD in psychology in education and conducts research on the human–nature relationship. She is passionate about spreading the word of the benefits of, and opportunities offered by, nature-based learning. Crown House is an award-winning independent publisher specialising in education, coaching, NLP, hypnosis, self-help and personal development.	https://crownhouse.nexmedia.co.uk/independent-thinking-on-nature-based-learning
Evolutionary analysis of TLR9 genes reveals the positive selection of extant teleosts in Perciformes. The innate immune system can recognize non-self through pattern recognition receptors. Toll-like receptors were the best-known members of these receptors, and they could sense, recognize, and bind pathogen-associated molecular patterns. TLRs played an important role in innate immune system and were conserved in both invertebrate and vertebrate lineages. Thereinto, TLR9 could detect unmethylated CpG motifs in dsDNA and was expected to undergo coevolution with its microbial ligands. It was known that aquatic and terrestrial organisms dwelled in different environments which contained different pathogens, and they had to adapt to their local environmental conditions. Therefore, we collected TLR9 genes from invertebrate to vertebrate to further explore whether the huge differences between aquatic and terrestrial environments affected the TLR9s evolution between aquatic and terrestrial organisms. Molecular evolution analysis detected positively selected sites in the ancestral lineages of vertebrates, teleosts, and Perciformes but not in the ancestral lineage of mammals. In PAML, site model revealed that extant mammalian TLR9 genes underwent positive selection. However, the positive selection of extant teleosts appeared primarily in Perciformes in which there were 14 positively selected sites. Among these sites, two of them were located on the amino acid insertions of the leucine-rich repeats which could create DNA binding sites, three were found on the convex surface which might possibly affect the ﬂexibility of the TLR solenoids, and six were located on the β-face of concave surface which contained the ligand-binding sites of the TLR solenoids. In other ML methods, we also found three sites under selection that coincided with the codons identiﬁed by M8 and these sites were all located in LRRs. The diverse aquatic and terrestrial environments might possess different pathogens to make the living organisms adapt to their local environmental conditions. The positive selection on LRRs in TLR9s of Perciformes might be associated with the adaptation to the rapidly evolving pathogens in the water.
Bolivia is a destination that is still not very visited by many, which allows us to enjoy it in quiet environments. Most of the time practically alone. This South American country has become known above all for being the home of the largest salt flat in the world: Uyuni. Kilometers and kilometers of a completely white surface where every day hundreds of tourists ride in 4×4 jeeps enjoying the immensity of the landscape. In this guide to travel to the Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia we tell you everything you need to know before and during your trip to this destination. What to see in Uyuni, what to eat, where to sleep in Uyuni, how to get there, what to do in the Uyuni Salt Flats and much more. A few kilometers from Uyuni, just a few hours away, is the Eduardo Abaroa National Reserve; home of the Laguna Colorada, the Geysers of the Sun of Tomorrow, the Green Lagoon, the Laguna Hedionda and many other wonderful destinations. 1.3 Monument to the Dakar. 2.2 How to get to Uyuni Salt Flats. With an area of more than 10,500 square kilometers, the Salar de Uyuni is located 3,800 meters above sea level. A trip to the Uyuni Salt Flats means visiting the largest and highest salt desert in the world. In addition to beautiful and tourist, it is very important geographically and minerálmente. It is the largest lithium reserve in the world, hoarding between 60% and 70% of the world total. 40,000 years ago this area was covered by Lake Minchin, a huge prehistoric lake that covered most of the region. When it dried up after a dry and warm period in the history of the planet, this huge salt is left so that today we can travel to it and enjoy it. Unlike other salt flats, such as the Salar de Atacama in Chile, it currently contains more than 10 billion tons of salt in several layers. Because of this, the cars can cross it without problems and we can walk through it without restrictions. This immensity of salt that measures kilometers and kilometers has a couple of attractions for which the tours and jeeps that visit the salat flat every day pass. Next, we tell you which are the main ones. They are small natural pools from which water bubbles constantly emerge and show that under this thick layer of salt there are still vestiges of what was the lake. There are many eyes around the lake, but the most popular ones to visit are near the town of Uyuni. They can have two meters in length and seem to have a rocky surface. In a must stop on all tours and when traveling to the Uyuni Salt Flats. Nowadays the hotel is disabled due to the lack of water treatment, but it works as a museum. You can enter and see some facilities, such as the dining room, which is almost entirely made of salt. Next to the hotel is an island formed by hundreds of flags of different countries of the world; an ideal place to take pictures and that travelers love. The truth has no historical value, it is just a very cute and photogenic place. Find your flag! Since 2014 the Salar de Uyuni is one of the stops on the route of the Dakar Rally; a popular motor race where hundreds of drivers in the world try their luck traveling hundreds of kilometers through different countries of South America. Right next to the salt hotel Playa Blanca is a huge sculpture (of course, made of salt) with the symbol of the rally. “An island in a sea of salt” … this is how you call this piece of land populated by huge cactuses in the middle of the Uyuni Salt Flats. During the rainy season, it is impossible to reach this point because it is very central to the salt flat. If you are going to travel to the Uyuni Salt Flats in the dry season you can not miss it. It is possible to walk a path of about 500 meters up and down until you reach a high point that allows you to appreciate the true immensity of the salt. As you climb you will see around you hundreds of cactuses that are thousands of years old and measure more than 10 meters high. They survive thanks to the rains of the Bolivian winter. * This is not the “island of the fish” as some guides will tell you. The island of the fish is 22 kilometers northwest of Incahuasi. Of course, let’s not forget about salt flat. This huge sea of white salt that measures thousands of square kilometers and that will have you hypnotized when looking through the car window. The photos should be taken with a camera with high focal range, so that far and near objects are not blurred by focal differences. You must lie on the floor, ideally on a towel or something to not stain all your clothes. Put the objects or toys that you want to interact with about 50 centimeters from the camera. Make small mounds of salt so that they reach a good height and look at a level similar to people. Your trip to the Uyuni Salt Flats is not complete without taking away any of these photographs. Do not forget yours! To achieve this effect of “walking on the sky” or “walking on clouds” there must be some centimeters of water on the ground. Remember to put on water boots, otherwise, you will ruin your shoes completely. In general, the best moments to appreciate the effect are during the sunrise and sunset, when the sun provokes a true show of colors in the salt. The rest of the day you can enjoy the effect especially if there are clouds in the sky. Otherwise, you will only see your own reflection in the photographs (which is not bad either). The best moments to enjoy these reflections are at sunrise and sunset; when the sky takes impressive pink, blue and orange colors. In the same town of Uyuni, we can find a train cemetery that dates back to the beginning of this century. Formerly these were used to transport salt and other minerals from Uyuni to Antofagasta, in Chile; but today this form of transport has been abandoned leaving the rusty rails and trains behind. It’s a pretty photogenic place and if you love locomotives, you’re sure to love it. This small town is popular as a point of supply for the tours, but you can visit its church that has an interesting history. It is no longer possible to enter but you can see it from outside. Formerly this town was located in a mining site and was moved stone by stone to its current location. The same happened with this church, which retains its original facade. The only thing that is not original of its former location is the interior paintings. It’s close for tourist because some years ago someone robs some paintings… bad tourist make everything close! There are two reasons why tourists decide to travel to the Salar de Uyuni, as well as knowing it. Some want to enjoy the impressive reflex effect that is made when it is covered with a small layer of water; others want to take fun pictures in perspective. Can you imagine riding a toy bike? Well, here you can achieve it. Depending on the time of year, what effect and what areas you can visit and enjoy. December to February: It is the Bolivian winter. A lot of rain affect the area. In this time you can see the reflections of the sky with greater intensity; but you can not go through the salt freely because it closes by the accumulated water, cars cannot pass. It is likely to rain during your stay. March and April: They are by far the best months to visit the Uyuni Salt Flats. The rains ended, but there is still accumulated water so you can enjoy the reflections. It also begins to dry, so you can go through it without having any problem and reach the central area of the salt flats. May to August: It is likely that snow, but it doesn’t accumulate in the salt and it is dry, so no biggie. There is no reflex at this time and it is very cold. If you decide to go in this season, read here our tips to get dressed on a winter trip. September to November: they are the driest months of the year. If you want to see the reflection, it’s not your time to travel to the Uyuni Salt Flats. How to get to Uyuni Salt Flats. For some years Uyuni has a small national airport. Flights from La Paz arrive regularly to this airport, usually early in the morning. It is located very close to the town, so you can take any transport (well negotiated) at the airport to your accommodation. There are schedules that allow you to arrive before the tours begin, so you will not have to sleep the first night on your own in the city. The road to Uyuni has improved considerably so now the routes are significantly shorter and more comfortable. The journey from La Paz to Uyuni lasts approximately 10 hours. Between Sucre and Uyuni, it lasts about 8 hours. In general, the trips are made at night, so they can be quite comfortable for travelers with low budget. On this page, you can find the values and itineraries of the tickets. It is less expensive than buses but significantly slower. The trip can take up to twice as much as by bus on old and uncomfortable trains. We do not recommend it, but if you are interested in the trip, in general, it is by bus from La Paz to Oruro; and from Oruro, you take a train to Uyuni. In Oruro, you must take a taxi or a public bus between the bus station and the train station. Yes, we will leave this option here. It is one of the ways to get to Uyuni, and we believe that by far the most convenient. Why? Bolivia is still a very economic country in monetary terms, so hiring a driver to take you from one place to another on a tour is also very cheap. The tours can be taken from San Pedro de Atacama in Chile (passing through Hito Cajones in the border), from La Paz or from other towns and cities of Bolivia; the Uyuni Salt Flats has taken such relevance for the country’s tourism that it will not cost you to find an agency that offers it. There are three types of tours to travel to the Salar de Uyuni, which will depend completely on your budget. Here we leave the reference prices for a tour that depart and return to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile and thinking about 3 nights accommodation to see the Uyuni Salt Flats and the Eduardo Abaroa National Reserve. If the tours are for fewer days, or from closer places, the prices go down considerably. “Backpacker” Tour: That’s what they call it, we have not named it. For about $250 per person, you have food, accommodation, and transportation for 3 nights, in very basic hostels and in very old cars. Many times the shelters do not have water, so you should be prepared for everything. Shared tour: Here you can opt for better accommodations and transportation; the food will always be very basic but rich. The price will depend on the number of people who want to take the tour on the same dates. You will have to share the car (it will always be a 4×4 jeep) with other tourists, go in groups of several cars and depend on third parties in your travels. Private tour: The price is much higher; Depending on the number of people in the jeep varies between 1600 to 700 dollars per person (thinking of 1 or 4 people in the car). This includes accommodation in 3 or 4-star hotels, transportation by private jeep and private driver, you own your time, you decide, you make and break. By far, this is the panacea for photographers. Go in the rainy season and marvel at the reflections; or play for hours with the perspective riding small toy cars or fighting against dinosaurs of 10 centimeters height. Always be prepared with warm clothes. At sunrise, sunset and nights the temperatures drop considerably. If you do not know what to wear to be warm, read our tips on how to dress for a winter trip. Do not forget your toys for the photos, you can not forget them. Your guide will not necessarily have some with him, it’s your responsability. Change of clothes for the day. If your idea is to sit on the salt flats, lie down or touch your clothes with salt, you will end up white and with your pants as hard as stone. Do not forget that everything is salt, and this mineral with a little water or sweat melts. Salt causes an impressive reflex effect that burns the skin twice as much as normal. You can not forget your sunscreen with high factor and sunglasses with UV. Here there is only one alternative: Tour. Yes, they rent cars … and yes, there are people who do the trip without tours. But the truth? Every year hundreds of tourists cars get buried in loose salt, lost, the drivers do not understand the references and really have a terrible time. Think that we are talking about a salt flat of kilometers and kilometers long. If you decided to cross it in the wrong place and run out of gas, it may be days and nobody will find you. Above all, keep in mind that the cars that you rent in Bolivia are usually old; the tours are prepared with tool boxes, gasoline, spare wheels … you will not do it. If you want to see only the Salar de Uyuni, you can hire a tour for the day in the same city that takes you to the main points. You can hire tours for 3 or 4 days, with 2 or 3 nights. These include accommodation, transportation, guide/driver and food. Prices range from $ 100 per person to $ 1,700 if you want to hire one completely private and in the best hotels. In addition to salar visits the Eduardo Abaroa National Reserve. Take some extra pants and shoes. The salt, especially wet, makes the fabrics hard and stained. If you decided to jump or sit on the floor to take a picture, then you sure end up with the white clothes. Make sure your travel agency or tour guide includes plastic boots in the rainy months. Puna Sickness: It is also called altitude sickness, and occurs when the body is “destabilized” by lack of oxygen in high places. To avoid this you must keep yourself very hydrated and consume products with “coca”, a very popular herb in these places. Read more of this disease, how to avoid it and how to improve yourself here. The only places where there is a bathroom available are at the Hotel de Sal (if it is open) and on the Incahuasi Island. Come to the call of nature and avoid uncomfortable situations in the middle of the white and desert salt. In case you take a tour you can ask before booking which hotels you will stay to check their quality on TripAdvisor, especially if you are paying for a more exclusive tour. Hostels: In general they offer only basic services, some don’t even have water some of the time and forget about the heating for those cold months. Shared pieces and little privacy, but for a really cheap price (up to $ 5 per person). Rooms for rent: Some locals have conditioned their homes to receive visitors. Here there is usually water, include a basic breakfast and a very simple room. Luxury hotels: If you want to live a salt experience, then this is your place. Can you imagine sleeping in a hotel made entirely of salt? In Uyuni there are some and, we tell you, even the walls are salt. The rooms have salt furniture and they are amazing. If you can pay a little more, you can not lose them. Prices range from $ 80 per night in the low season. In general, the typical foods of Bolivia include foods such as “Llama” and quinoa meat, which is collected and processed in the surroundings of Uyuni. If you take a tour, you will not have to worry about this point because all meals will be included. If you decide to stay in Uyuni on your own, then you can eat in some restaurants in the city. Walking away from the center of the city you can find small local restaurants with menus for about $ 2 per person (soup, main course, and dessert). In case you decide to eat in the city, the most recommended are those in the central square and the train station. The greatest precaution you should have is with your belongings in the hostels and hostels; but not for the locals, if not for the other tourists as well. Hundreds of robberies have been reported in these places. In spite of being such a tourist place, there are not really many places in the Uyuni Salt Flats where you can buy souvenirs or gifts. In the milestone of “Hotel de Sal” (where the flags are) some locals sell souvenirs, but nothing of another world. Just some scarfs and home ornaments.	https://www.universoviajero.com/en/destinations/guide-to-travel-to-uyuni-salt-flats/
In the archaeological park of Selinunte, in the province of Trapani, thanks to an intervention in the vegetation studied by the Germanic Institute in Rome,now largest in the world, a vast area of 33 thousand square meters surrounded by the ruins of public and private buildings that formed the center of the ancient city. In addition, several precious artifacts have been discovered. In the largest archaeological park in Europe, several artifacts were also found and a water fault was discovered, which would confirm the exact point where ancient Selinus was founded, founded by Greek colonists arriving from Mégara Hyblaea Among the objects found during the excavations were also some Greek-type firewood plates and a large amount of ceramic fragments from Mégara Hyblaea (the ancient Greek colony near the present Augusta, to be more precise among the municipalities of Priolo Gargallo and the municipalities). Augusta, on the east coast of Sicily, while Selinunte is on the south-west coast of the island). Artifacts that visitors can admire in the Antiquarium in the largest park in Europe, with its 270 hectares of archaeological sites and natural areas overlooking the sea. In addition, the discovery of a part of a mold is considered of great importance, the first part of which was found not far away, ten years ago: now that the mold is left to be finished, archaeologists believe that it could have been used to build a scepter.. According to experts, once used, the mold could have been split into two parts and buried in different places within the sacred area so that no one could use it anymore. The team of archaeologists, led by Clemente Marconi, was also able to delineate the presence of a sacred enclosure for the worship of ancestors with a “hero” in the middle (a memorial to a prominent person), a layout that follows Mégara. Hyblaea (Megara Iblea), ancient homeland of the Greek colonists who founded the city of Selinus (Selinunte). On “ansa.it” we read that “excavating deep around the so-called Temple R, built in the sixth century BC and then perhaps rebuilt after 409 BC, when the Carthaginians occupied and destroyed the city, archaeologists have identified the walls of a ritual enclosure dating back to 610 BC, not long after the arrival of the colonists led by Pammylus, which Thucydides fixed at 628 BC and Diodorus at 650 BC And it is always here , inside Temple R, that the soil has returned the missing part of a stone matrix (the first was found ten years ago at a short distance) served to fuse a bronze object, it looks like a scepter. An object so valuable, archaeologists now speculate, that it does not need to be replicated. For this reason, immediately after the merger, the matrices would have been buried in two different places”. For archaeologists, however, the most important discovery was a water fault beneath the foundations of Temple A, a detail, Clemente Marconi states, “which confirms the hypothesis that the first Greek colonists settled in this southern part of the Acropolis“. This would therefore be the point at which the ancient Selinus arose. In the past, didactic activities have been carried out in the Selinunte Archaeological Park, for example in environmental sustainability on the occasion of Earth Day Finally, we draw attention to the fact that in the past, didactic activities have also been carried out in the Selinunte Archaeological Park: we remember, for example, that recently on the occasion of Earth Day, which is celebrated on April 22 all over the world, dozens of students from the “Ruggero Settimo” institute in Castelvetrano walked among the temples and compiled evaluation forms for the park services, thus participating in the first of three days dedicated to environmental sustainability (that of Selinunte is actually considered the most “green “of Italy) .	https://pandoraringsuk.co.uk/2022/07/26/selinunte-found-the-ancient-agora-the-largest-in-the-world/
I served as General Manager of The Hotel Hershey from 2003 to 2017. The Hotel Hershey is a classic 278 room historic hotel built by its namesake Milton S. Hershey. The hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America and has been an AAA Four Diamond recipient for 40 consecutive years; a Forbes/Mobil Four Star recipient for more than 36 years. In 2010 the hotel was awarded the coveted Ivy Award in recognition of Food & Beverage excellence. Operations include a full service Spa, three award winning restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, 25,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, lawn sports and a complete fitness center. My additional responsibilities included Hershey Park Camping Resort and Resort Retail Operations. I was also involved in a series of projects during my tenure at The Hotel Hershey. The most dramatic was the Hotel Grand Expansion, a $68 million transformation of the Hotel that included building 10 Guest Cottages (48 guest rooms); a Meeting Cottage; a new restaurant; new arrival road and Hotel entrance; new reception lobby; addition of a retail corridor (7 shops), all season skating rink and recreational campus. This project was completed in May of 2009. Other projects included renovating and repositioning The Circular Dining Room to The Circular (2013); expanding the Spa at The Hotel Hershey from 15,000 to 30,000 square feet (2004); complete demolition and reconstruction of the Hershey Country Club Clubhouse (2005); complete renovation and restoration of Spring Creek Golf Club and Clubhouse (2006); building a new 5,500 square foot Fitness Center and renovation of the Indoor Pool (2014). Prior to joining The Hotel Hershey, I spent a number of years in the Private Club and Golf Industry, serving as Regional Vice President of Operations for Traditional Golf Properties, a Boston, MA. based Golf Company. Before Traditional Golf Properties, I served as Vice President of Operations for Two Rivers Country Club at The Governors’ Land. I also spearheaded the successful transition of the Club from developer control to equity member ownership. The Club is part of the Governors’ Land at Two Rivers community. Before Two Rivers, I served as General Manager overseeing the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge and Golden Horseshoe Golf Course at Colonial Williamsburg. During my tenure, The Williamsburg Inn was a consistent Mobil (Forbes) Five Star recipient, and in 1995, I hosted the Annual Mobil (Forbes) 5 Star Awards Weekend. I have been in the hospitality industry for over 40 years, and my background includes management positions with Kiawah Island, The American Club, The Sagamore (where I was opening Food & Beverage Director), Omni Hotels and Dunfey Hotels. After retiring in April 2017, I served as an Adjunct Professor at Harrisburg Area Community College (2017-2018) where I taught classes in Hospitality and Dining Room Management. I have also provided consultancy work to independent Hotels & Resorts and restaurants including, among others, Primland in Virginia, Skytop Lodge and Allenberry Resort both in Pennsylvania, The Trapp Family Lodge in Vermont and Waypoint Seafood Grill in Virginia. As a graduate of Canisius College in Buffalo, New York, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English and History and have a Master’s degree in Hotel Administration from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. I am a Certified Franklin Covey Trainer/Facilitator. I currently serve or have served on a number of industry and related Boards including, James Madison University Advisory Board for Hospitality and Sports Management; Harrisburg Area Community College Advisory Board Member (and Adjunct Professor) for the School of Hospitality; Widner University, School of Hospitality Management, Advisory Board; Co-Chair of the Independent Property Council of AHLA; Council Member of the AHLA Food & Beverage Committee and Industry Advisory Board for Fred Tibbett’s & Associates. I am a member of the Resort Committee of the AH&LA and a Lifetime Member of the Cornell Hotel Society. I have been the recipient of the Dolly Madison Award from James Madison University for his support of the University and the Hospitality Program. In addition, I have also received the prestigious Ivy Award for excellence in Food & Beverage. I am a member of The Society of Fellows at The Culinary Institute of America and a member of The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels. I have served as a Guest Lecturer for a number or Hospitality Programs and Companies including Cornell University, Canisius College, James Madison University, The Culinary Institute of America, Harrisburg Area Community College, Health South and Penn State Medical Center. My wife, Deborah, and I have two grown children: William and Emily. Brian and Deborah reside in Williamsburg, Virginia. I’m happy to provide guidance and additional expertise in the following areas: Openings/Start-Ups, Repositioning, Rebranding, F&B Trends, Training, Culture Creation & Development, Staff Development, Cost Control, Revenue Management, Business Planning, Project Management, Concept Development, Staff Selection, Guest Service, Spa Operations, and Spa Development & Concepting. How Brian O’Day Repositioned an Iconic Resort Restaurant While Maintaining its Integrity Many people are familiar with the iconic main or gourmet dining rooms present in classic hotels and resorts. Each offers formal ambiance, service, and menu. While prized for special events, signature restaurants with long-standing traditions face profitability challenges. Brian O’Day explores how guest expectations transformed expectations and put pressure on industry leaders to reposition brands and develop guest-friendly spaces. And Brian isn’t an industry newbie. Before becoming general manager at The Hotel Hershey, he oversaw Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge, and Golden Horseshoe Golf Course at Colonial Williamsburg. He’s repeatedly faced the ongoing challenge of repositioning brands as guest behavior and needs evolve. Why brands reimagine classic dining spaces Traditionally, resort dining rooms evoked feelings of high social standing. Guests regarded classic dining spaces as an important place to host special occasions. Brian says, “As formal dining rooms became more and more identified as special occasion, they entered a downward spiral. Formal spaces attracted clientele who wanted a grand and formal experience. However, living off of special occasions wasn’t a sustainable business model. Unfortunately, these restaurants’ traditions didn’t keep pace with the emerging culinary, service, and demographic trends.” The formal trappings of the experience became unimportant, including: - Rigid and traditional dress codes - Tableside preparations - Gueridon and French services - A dedicated sommelier - Not being family-friendly - Dining experiences lasting more than two hours All of these attributes, among others, were out of step with the demands of the market. Today’s clientele places a higher value on casual, user-friendly, quick, and inclusive settings. Guests want locally-sourced products, excellent cuisine, and informed service. For instance, the trend of small plates or shared plates was taboo in a legacy restaurant. The paradox was that the restaurant was satisfying its existing base but not reaching new generations of guests. Classic resort dining spaces became known as stuffy, formal, rigid, and, worst of all, old. As the restaurant’s base dwindled, profitability became poor or non-existent. In sum, these restaurants weren’t user-friendly or guest-focused. They were tradition-bound and rigid. While there’s still a place for superior quality cuisine and service, many formal dining rooms must evolve to meet new expectations. Modernizing without antagonizing How does one approach repositioning a famous, well-known flagship restaurant, often in one of the top-rated hotels or resorts in the country, without committing career suicide? These restaurants were the vision or creation of the owner or founder of the property. They were the sacred cow of the operation, enjoyed legacy status, and were untouchable as the property’s operational third rail. Proving diminished profitability is straightforward. Attributing that decreased profitability to the legacy concept is a more difficult task. Often there’s entrenched personnel that’s worked in the restaurant for many years and some generationally. They had great pride in the restaurant and their role in delivering a special occasion service product. The refrain is “the guests love our restaurant.” Correct, but not enough guests exist to make it sustainable. Challenges abound. The needed changes will disappoint and potentially alienate the existing loyal clientele and possibly the staff. And the new concept might miss the mark or be off-market. Now isn’t the time for an ill-defined concept, surface attacks, or a solution lacking long term sustainability and profitability. The adage of change goes, “Nothing tastes better than a sacred cow!” But where to start is the question. The assumption is that the financial need for change is recognized and embraced. The next step is to develop a collaborative and comprehensive plan that can be adopted by all concerned. The challenge: Get buy-in before repositioning a brand Universal buy-in is essential to make a directional change. Brian says, “The focus should be on the “what’s in it for you” concept.” The incentive differs according to the stakeholder. For instance: - Owners want to regain profitability and return the restaurant to the leading edge. - For the culinary department, it’s unleashing their creativity in a newly defined direction. - Employees want increased revenues that naturally lead to higher gratuities. - For the guests, it’s a new, forward-looking restaurant that aligns with their lifestyle. To accomplish a total buy-in, there must be a “well-defined starting point or point of departure that is non-negotiable. No more, “they said,” or “I know this won’t work.” There’s nothing wrong with those that don’t embrace the concept. But, they simply can’t selectively participate in the plan from now on. Your crew needs to be all in. Fairness and consistency in dealing with the naysayers are essential to the success of the concept. The solution: Clarity, consistency, honesty, and a well-defined road map Brian recommends “being open and honest about the change that’s needed and expected.” To achieve total buy-in, you must address the three primary stakeholders: - Owner and manager. They need to understand that the change makes sense from a financial, operational, investment, and market standpoint. With clear insights, they can throw their full support behind the project. - Restaurant crew. Staff needs to know and accept that change is coming. Furthermore, they must understand that they play a vital role in the plan’s success. - Existing clientele. Your loyal guests must not feel abandoned during the repositioning process. They can and should be involved. Plus, it’s necessary to research and define the needs of your new target market. Convince top management and owners True directional change isn’t just changing uniforms and brightening up the restaurant. It calls for a departure from the status quo with sights firmly set on the goal of transitional change and creating a more user-friendly and relevant dining experience. The key to convincing stakeholders is to identify that the restaurant’s past success or founding success was through leading-edge innovation. For example, there was a point in the not too distant past that dessert trolleys and gueridon service were innovative and cutting-edge. The fact that they were hallmarks of the restaurant reinforces that the restaurant was founded on innovation and should continue to innovate. Breaking from past policies or approaches doesn’t mean breaking from innovation or the restaurant’s founding vision. As Brian says, “The change must embrace evolution within the industry and not ignore market changes.” Appeal to your restaurant staff Once buy-in is achieved at the highest level, convincing the restaurant staff of the need for change becomes the focus. It’s relatively easy to appeal to the financial incentives. However, the evolution of policies, job descriptions, service standards, and service delivery are difficult transitions. There’s a gap between what the guests need and how a process works at a restaurant. Brian points to an example at a nationally recognized restaurant with an award-winning wine list and wine cellar, complete with an excellent and well-trained sommelier. While the sommelier received incentives for selling wine bottles, service staff earned rewards for selling wine by the glass. Although this made sense for these positions, it wasn’t a guest-friendly policy. According to union rules, if a guest opted for a bottle, the sommelier had to go to the table. This process left the guest, who was ready to buy, waiting on the sommelier. Brian calls this a “service gap.” He explains, “The solution was to incentivize the sommelier on total wine sales (glass and bottle) and assign him with the responsibility for wine training for the entire staff. This created a win for the sommelier as his basis of sales expanded. The win for the service staff was quicker service and their ability to steer the wine sale while maintaining their sales incentive. The win for the guest was quicker and more informed service. If the guest was interested in a rare or super luxury wine, the sommelier was there to assist, guide, and help the client select the appropriate wine.” Brian credits a thorough explanation of the new system as to why the staff quickly convinced the union leadership to change the work rules. He says, “The result was that wine sales on a per cover basis quickly increased as did guest satisfaction with the wine program. The staff increased their gratuities, and the house improved the profitability of its wine sales.” Innovate to delight existing and new restaurant guests Many resort restaurants are bound to physical space and design. Brian shares an example of a resort dining space that required innovation to stay current but had to work around existing structures and layout. “When founded in the early 1930s, the resort dining room was a brilliant homage to the founder and owner. It was a classic main dining room serving all guests of the resort. The central focal point was a dance floor in the center of the room. Guests came to dine, drink, and dance in a formal, elegant environment. It was an immensely popular setting and experience. As the number of guest rooms expanded and dinner dancing declined, the dance floor was eliminated, and dancing moved to an adjacent cocktail lounge. Over the years, business diminished as the demand for formal dining declined. A beautiful 225-seat restaurant was serving less than 100 covers per night. The need for change was evident. But how would we relate the new concept to the legacy of the room? One of our solutions was to build and position a circular bar in the center of a circular room. Half of the bar would be a cocktail service, and the other half would be a display dessert kitchen, as the restaurant was renowned for its desserts. The talking and selling points were that the “theater of dining” in the 1930s was dinner and dancing. However, the “theater of dining” in the 2000s was cocktails and display kitchens. Using this analogy made it easy for long-term guests to embrace and accept the change while at the same time becoming more relevant to a younger demographic. This was further supported by prominently displaying a framed vintage photograph of the 1930s dining room, with the dance floor in the current bar’s exact location. Guests could easily see and embrace the change. It was a compelling blend of the old becoming the new. This use of innovation and engaging the current guest with the changes proved to be a resounding success. Guests who were unaccepting of the changes were quickly replaced with new guests, people loyal to the new concept’s vision.” Successful repositioning means your success is everyone’s success By delivering a clear plan and getting buy-in from owners, management, staff, and clients, everyone feels like they’re a part of something big. During each repositioning effort, Brian maintains that “truly effective repositioning and marketplace change calls for inclusive and targeted planning that’s gained support and acceptance from all concerned.” Refresh your brand with help from a professional Generate excitement and get a loyal team behind your repositioning effort. Doing so results in better outcomes and easier transitions. Backed by decades of in-depth restaurant experience, Brian provides the information you need for a successful transformation. Get support by scheduling a call with Brian today.	https://ignite.expert/experts/805/
PICS: Celebrating the life of late SA designer Coenraad de Mol A dark cloud has covered the South African fashion industry after learning that renowned designer Coenraad de Mol has passed away. De Mol passed away on Tuesday, May 19. He was the founder of De Mil, a gender-neutral fashion brand that was established in 1997. The director of the South African Fashion Week (SAFW), Lucilla Booyzen said the passing of de Mol left the local fashion industry devastated. “Coenraad was a highly gifted and knowledgeable industry leader who derived great joy from the creative process which he expressed in his cutting-edge De Mil menswear label which was most recently seen at the Cape Wools and Mohair SA Designer Challenge show at SA Fashion Week in October 2019. "He was a perfectionist, exceptionally generous with his expertise and took great delight in his role as design and production technology tutor of SAFW’s 21 Steps to Retail Designer Programme”, said Booyzen. To celebrate the life of this game-changer in the South African fashion industry, we take a look at some of his best creations.
GREEN-fingered residents in Batchley are set to see their efforts bloom after a gardening project received help from a group of community-minded carpenters. Volunteers from Redditch Community Sheds on Britten Street have built new garden planters for residents at St David’s House, as part of a project to get people taking pride in their local environment. The ‘Home Soil’ project, led by Bromsgrove and Redditch Open Spaces (BROS), is working with tenants in social housing across Redditch, to encourage them to care for local green spaces and enjoy the fruits of their labour. Residents of St David’s House, on Willow Way, are the latest team to dig-in and brighten-up their community with the addition of some new garden planters. Roly Duke of Redditch Community Sheds said: “We’re delighted to put our skills to good use to build these planters. “We can all make a positive contribution to our communities and I’m sure the volunteers at St David’s will create a real colourful show for everyone to enjoy.” Established in 2017, Bromsgrove & Redditch Open Spaces (BROS) has supported dozens of people to volunteer in green spaces around Redditch, including; work on the community orchard at the Abbey Stadium, helping council tenants maintain small allotments, and even getting a team of teenagers hay-making. Funding for the BROS project has been provided by Redditch Borough Council. Gary Roskell of the volunteer organisation Bromsgrove and Redditch Network (BARN) said: “Getting residents to volunteer in their local environment not only makes a different to their green spaces, but it improves their well-being and brings the community closer together. “Thankfully there’s already some keen gardeners at St David’s House. Our aim is to encourage more people like this to enjoy the pleasure of keeping their open spaces beautiful.” To find out more about BROS visit the BARN website or call 01527 60282.	https://redditchstandard.co.uk/news/redditch-volunteers-build-new-garden-planters-for-residents-at-st-davids-house/
Trends in hurricane behavior show stronger, slower and farther-reaching storms A new normal is taking shape as a warming planet is changing hurricane behaviors and patterns. Research over the last decade has shown alarming trends resulting in more destructive hurricanes. Global trends suggest hurricanes are getting stronger, moving more slowly over land, and deviating farther north and south of the equator. With these changes come stronger winds, increased flooding, and risks posed to cities that historically have not been hit by these types of storms. Also known as tropical cyclones or typhoons, hurricanes are low-pressure storm systems that form over warm ocean water and can strengthen to massive sizes, bringing with them heavy rain, intense wind and storm surges. They can even spawn tornadoes. James Kossin has been studying hurricane patterns for more than 30 years as a researcher with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Centers for Environmental Information who is based at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies. Kossin’s latest research, published in May 2020 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, examined more than 40 years of hurricane data captured by weather satellites from 1979 to 2017. His analysis revealed an increasing trend of higher maximum sustained winds in hurricanes. In short, hurricanes have gotten stronger. “What we’re finding globally is about six percent per decade of change,” says Kossin. “If you have a hurricane, there is an increased chance of it being at major hurricane intensity compared to storms in past decades.” Hurricanes begin their lifecycle as smaller tropical depressions but are not classified as a major hurricane until wind speeds exceed 111 mph. Kossin’s work suggests hurricanes globally are now about 25 percent more likely to achieve or exceed this maximum sustained wind speed threshold compared to 40 years ago. Kossin’s hurricane intensification research adds to a growing body of work on other hurricane attributes that are affected by a warmer planet, like hurricane slowdown and migration. While high winds due to intensification pose serious risks to cities and its residents, the flooding caused by hurricanes is their deadliest impact. Hurricane slowdown In a related paper published in Nature in 2018, Kossin compared 68 years (1949-2016) of worldwide hurricane track and intensity data, known as best-track data, from NOAA and other agencies to identify changes in forward translation speeds — the speed at which a hurricane moves. Kossin found that, worldwide, hurricane translational speeds have slowed down by an average of 10 percent. “Just a 10 percent slowdown in hurricane translational speed can more than double rainfall totals caused by a one-degree Celsius increase of global warming,” says Kossin. In 2017, Hurricane Harvey spent several days over Houston, Texas, dousing the city and surrounding areas with more than 50 inches of rainfall. Similarly, in 2020, Hurricane Sally inundated states like Florida, Mississippi and Alabama when the storm stalled because it lacked a high-pressure system to push it back into the North Atlantic Ocean. The slowing hurricanes are likely the result of high- and low-pressure systems becoming more balanced. A warming planet smooths out differences between the two pressure systems resulting in less forceful movements needed to push hurricanes along. Additionally, a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, allowing for an already saturated storm like a hurricane to carry more water and drop it over land. Roughly, a one-degree Celsius difference in atmospheric temperatures translates to an atmosphere that can hold seven percent more moisture. The reductions in translational speeds, however, are not the same everywhere. There are four distinct hurricane regions around the globe and each one is experiencing different rates of slowing. Over the past 68 years, the North Atlantic Region has seen a slowdown of six percent, while the Western North Pacific Region, an area that includes southeast Asia, has experienced a slowdown of 20 percent, the most significant of all of the regions. Kossin identified a reduction of 15 percent for the nearby Australian Region and the U.S. has seen a slowdown of 17 percent since 1900. Although Hurricane Harvey’s and Florence’s behaviors are not directly attributable to climate change, Kossin says storms like these are examples of the increased risks cities face when storms slow down. Poleward migrations Most hurricanes form and are sustained in warm ocean waters of 80–89 degrees Fahrenheit. Those warm temperatures are typically found within an area north and south of the equator. Kossin’s research from a 2014 paper in Nature identified a trend of hurricanes traveling beyond their usual ranges — reaching farther north and south. Referred to as poleward migration, the analysis was based on 30 years of hurricane data and looked at where the storms reached their maximum sustained winds. Over those three decades, Kossin identified a shift of 32 miles per decade in the northern hemisphere, and 38 miles per decade in the southern hemisphere. The study further breaks down specific hurricane regions like the North Atlantic and the Western North Pacific. Satelliite image of hurricanes Katia, Irma and Jose in September 2017. UW-Madison CIMSS “This can have huge impacts to cities that are not used to seeing these types of storms hit their shores,” says Kossin. “Since the research came out in 2014, we continued to look at these trends and we now have a medium confidence that the polar migration in the Western North Pacific Ocean has a human fingerprint on it.” This means that anthropogenic climate change is in part causing these hurricanes to reach beyond their typical boundaries, at least in certain regions. Further, it indicates that ocean temperature increases are not the only forces driving hurricane development. A warming planet also interferes with global wind patterns. As a hurricane travels farther north and south from the tropics, it encounters stronger vertical wind shear, which can distort the hurricane and weaken it. However, due to climate change, wind shear at certain latitudes is thought to be diminished, enabling the poleward shift. Continuing to assess the impact of climate change on hurricanes will be instrumental to protecting communities most affected by these devastating storms. With each new year of hurricane data, Kossin has more observations to study and map out the trends — whether it’s hurricane strength or movement over time. To date, his research results raise concerns. “It’s becoming increasingly clear that tropical cyclone behavior is changing in very dangerous ways all across the globe as the planet warms,” says Kossin.
The ETag format - Apache 1.3 and 2.x is inode-size-timestamp. Although a given file may reside in the same directory across multiple servers, and have the same file size, permissions, timestamp, etc., its inode is different from one server to the next. - Tomcat simply generates a Weak ETag by concatenating the content length and the last modified time in milliseconds - The format for ETags on IIS is Filetimestamp:ChangeNumber. A ChangeNumber is a counter used to track configuration changes to IIS. It's unlikely that the ChangeNumber is the same across all IIS servers behind a web site.	http://thompsonng.blogspot.in/2009/04/
1) Laura McCarthy, the owner of Riverside Bakery, has been approached by insurance underwriters trying to convince her to purchase flood insurance. According to local meterologist, there is a 0.01 probability that the river will flood next year. Riverside's profits for the coming year depend on whether Laura buys the flood insurance and whether the river floods. The profits (which take into consideration the $10,000 premium for the flood insurance) for the four possible combinations of Laura's choice and river conditions are: a) If Laura decides not to purchase flood insurance, use the approach discrete probability distribution to determine Riverside's expected profit next year. b) If Laura purchases the flood insurance, what will be Riverside's expected profit next year? c) Given the results in parts (a) and (b), provide Laura with a recommendation An investment counselor would like to meet with 12 of his clients on Monday, but he has time for only 8 appointments. How many different combinations of the clients could be considered for inclusion into his limited schedule for that day? Answer This Question First Name: School Subject: Answer: Related Questions Statistics - ) Laura McCarthy, the owner of Riverside Bakery, has been ... statistics - According to the book Are yoy Normal?, 40% of all US adults try to ... economics - (Insurance) Let X = R+. Consider a house owner whose house has a ... statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their insurance... statistics - According to the book Are you Normal?,40% of all US adults try to ... Statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their insurance... Statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their insurance... Statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their ... Statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their insurance... Statistics - Assume that about 45% of all U.S. adults try to pad their insurance...
The battery which uses sponge lead and lead peroxide for the conversion of the chemical energy into electrical power, such type of battery is called a lead acid battery. The lead acid battery is most commonly used in the power stations and substations because it has higher cell voltage and lower cost. The inside of a battery contains positive and negative lead and lead oxide plates that attract or release electrons when they react with an electrolyte typically made of sulfuric acid and water. AGM batteries hold and suspend the electrolyte mixture like a sponge with tiny glass fibers while maintaining evenly distributed contact with the active lead materials on the plates. The electrons flow in a series circuit through six cells, each of which runs at approximately 2 volts for a total of 12 volts. A lithium battery is formed from four key components. It has the cathode, which determines the capacity and voltage of the battery and is the source of the lithium ions. The anode enables the electric current to flow through an external circuit and when the battery is charged, lithium ions are stored in the anode. The electrolyte is formed of salts, solvents and additives, and serves as the conduit of lithium ions between the cathode and anode. Finally there is the separator, the physical barrier that keeps the cathode and anode apart.	https://bascotrading.co.za/motorcycles/
When to Start Seeds Indoors Not all plants can or should be started from seed indoors. Some, like corn, simply don’t transplant well. Others, like sunflowers and cucumbers, grow so quickly that there’s little point in starting them early. But for those plants that need a little extra time to give them the best chance of maturing during the growing season, sowing indoors is essential. Here’s what you need to know about when to start seeds indoors. Determine Whether Or Not To Sow Indoors Nearly all seed packets have sowing directions that tell you when to start your seeds. Look carefully to be sure you know whether to start your seeds directly in the garden or if they should be started indoors. Some seeds can be started either inside or outside (although you’d sow the seeds at different times), some should be started indoors only in certain USDA zones, and some should always be started indoors. Many vegetables will be direct sown in the garden, including: - Beans - Beets - Carrots - Corn - Cucumber - Kale - Lettuce - Melons - Peas - Spinach - Squash Many annual flowers should also be started in the garden, such as: - Asters - Bachelor’s buttons - Calendula - Lavatera - Nasturtiums - Nigella - Sunflowers - Zinnia In contrast, most perennial seeds will be started indoors. Some, such as beets and collard greens, can be winter sown instead – to learn more check out this nice article on Get Busy Gardening. Most herbs are grown by transplanting potted plants from the store or greenhouse. However, some herbs can be successfully grown from seed and some of those should be started indoors. If your growing season is very short or you don’t have decent growing conditions, you may choose to sow some of the above vegetables and annuals indoors to give them a head start. >>DOWNLOAD PDF: WHEN TO START SEEDS INDOORS When to Sow Seeds Indoors Hopefully, the back of the seed packet will give you a good idea of when to sow your seeds indoors. Usually, this will be described in terms of the number of weeks before the average last frost date. To find your last expected frost date, click here. Related Article >> How to Prevent Spring Frost Damage in the Garden Sometimes the seed packet will only tell you how many days it takes for the seeds to germinate. In those cases, add 6 weeks to the number of days as a good starting point. And if there’s no information at all, go with 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. For additional local planting information, check your local Master Gardener Program or Cooperative Extension Service. Why You Might Want to Start Your Seeds Earlier There are a couple of reasons to start seeds earlier. - If you’ll be growing your seeds in a cool area (below 70F), such as an unheated greenhouse, basement or garage, or cool room in your house, then expect seeds to take longer to germinate. They’ll likely grow more slowly too, so start the seeds a week or two earlier than planned. - If you’ll be transplanting seedlings into a protected area that’s warmer than usual, such as a cold frame or greenhouse, under a row cover, or inside a “water wall,” then you can “cheat” a little by planting them outside before the last frost date. Just move your indoor sowing schedule up by a few weeks so the seedlings will be ready to transplant. When to Start Your Seeds Later Just as cold temperatures slow down germination and plant growth, warmer temperatures speed everything up. So if you’ll be growing seeds in a warm space (for example, a heated greenhouse or a warm room in your house that’s over 70F) then shorten your growing time by a week or two. Vegetable Seeds to Start Indoors BEFORE Last Frost The tables below give approximate seed starting dates. These should be fairly accurate for most areas of the country and most vegetable varieties, but check the seed packet for specific instructions as some cultivars can have different requirements. \|Weeks Before Last Frost\|\|Plants\|\|When to Transplant Outside\| \|10 – 12\|\|Broccoli \| Brussel sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Collards Kale Kohlrabi Mustard Celery \|4 – 6 weeks before last frostExcept celery – transplant that 2 weeks before last frost (it will bolt in response to cold)\| \|8 – 10\|\|Lettuce \| Spinach Chives Leeks Onions \|4 weeks before last frost or when the soil can be worked\| \|6 – 8\|\|Eggplant \| Okra Peppers Tomatillo Tomatoes \|After last frost.\| \|6\|\|Asparagus \| Basil Fennel \|2 – 4\|\|Cucumber \| Melons Pumpkins Squash \|After last frost. These can also be direct sown 2 weeks after the last expected frost.\| Note: Give plants time to harden off before transplanting.	https://gardeningproductsreview.com/start-seeds-indoors/
Next month, as temperatures warm, billions of cicadas will begin to emerge from the ground as their internal clocks hit the 17-year mark. Soon, their numbers will swell in locations in Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia and West Virginia, making a racket as the males call for the females. These red-eyed bugs began their lives in 1999, spent over a decade and a half underground, and soon will complete their life cycles as they crawl aboveground, mate, and then die after a month or a month and a half. The cicadas in this 17-year group are called Brood V, and are actually comprised of three different species. Other cicada species follow a 13-year cycle, or an annual one. Top 10 Oldest Insects, Spiders And Bugs: Photos In Ohio, the milestone in the bugs' lives is even cause for celebration among humans- gift shops will sell a commemorative t-shirt. "It's going to be a wild ride," Wendy Weirich, who directs outdoor education for Cleveland Metroparks in Ohio,told the Plain Dealer. "It's like Rip Van Winkle for insects." Cleveland Metroparks- which will host a number of special cicada events, including one called "Cicada Invasion"- summed up what to expect from the brood's emergence this way: "Overall, there will be a lot of bugs and a lot of noise." In fact, the bugs will be so numerous that their density can hit 1.5 million critters per acre. The black and orange bugs won't emerge this year until the soil hits 64 degrees. After the females lay their eggs this season, nymphs that hatch from them eventually make their way underground- where, like their parents, they will stay for another 17 years. More from FoxNews Science: 1917 glass plate offers oldest evidence of exoplanetary system Last flight-qualified space shuttle external tank sets sail for California Red crabs swarm like insects in incredible underwater video Article originally appeared on FoxNews.com. Insects and other creepy crawlies may be tiny, but their lineages are mighty, finds a new study that determined the common ancestor of mites and insects existed about 570 million years ago. The study, published in the latest issue of the journal Science, presents an evolutionary timeline that settles many longstanding uncertainties about insects and related species. It found that true insects first emerged about 479 million years ago, long before dinosaurs first walked the Earth. Co-author Karl Kjer, a Rutgers entomologist, explained that mites are arthropods, a group that's distantly related to insects. Spiders and crustaceans are also arthropods. Spiders such as the huntsman spider can, like mites, trace their lineages back to about 570 million years ago, according to the new study. The researchers believe that the common ancestor of mites, spiders and insects was a water-dweller. Millipedes, such as the one shown here, as well as centipedes are known as myriapods. The most recent common ancestor of myriapods and crustaceans lived about 550 million years ago. Again, this "mother of many bugs" would have been a marine dweller. Kjer explained, "You can't really expect anything to live on land without plants, and plants and insects colonized land at about the same time, around 480 million years ago. So any date before that is a sea creature." Moving forward in time, the most common ancestor of millipedes and centipedes existed a little over 400 million years ago. The leggy body plan has proven to be extremely successful. "This is an early insect that evolved before insects had wings," Kjer said. Its ancestry goes back about 420 million years. The common ancestor of silverfish living today first emerged about 250 million years ago. Dinosaurs and the earliest mammals likely would have then seen silverfish very similar to the ones that are alive now. Dragonflies and damselflies have family histories that go back about 406 million years. Kjer said that such insects looked differently then, however. "For example," he said, "they had visible antennae." Their distant ancestors were among the first animals on earth to fly. "Parasitic lice are interesting, because they probably needed either feathers or fur," Kjer said. As a result, they are the relative newbies to this list. Nonetheless, the researchers believe it is possible that ancestors of today's lice were around 120 million years ago, possibly living off of dinosaurs and other creatures then. Crickets, katydids and grasshoppers had a common ancestor that lived just over 200 million years ago, and a stem lineage that goes back even further to 248 million years ago. A trivia question might be: Which came first, these insects or grass? The insects predate the grass that they now often thrive in. Nightmarish Cricket That Eats Anything Is Now Invading the US Dinosaur Era fossils sometimes include what researchers call "roachoids," or wing impressions that were made by ancestors to today's roaches, mantids (like the praying mantis) and termites. "Some cockroaches are actually more closely related to termites than they are to other cockroaches," Kjer said, explaining that this makes tracing back their lineages somewhat confusing. He and his colleagues determined that the stem lineage goes back about 230 million years, while the earliest actual cockroach first emerged around 170 million years ago. Termites and cockroaches have a tightly interwoven family history. Termites similar to the ones we know today were around 138 million years ago. Now we often think of termites as pests, but they are good eats for many different animals, which back in the day would have included our primate ancestors. Flies like houseflies that often buzz around homes belong to the order Diptera, which has a family tree that goes back 243 million years ago. The most recent common ancestor for modern flies lived about 158 million years ago, according to the study. There is little doubt that the earliest humans, and their primate predecessors, had to contend with pesky flies and all of the other insects mentioned on this list. All of these organisms are extremely hardy. The researchers determined that, in the history of our planet, there has only been one mass extinction event that had much impact on insects. It occurred 252 million years ago (the Permian mass extinction), and even it set the stage for the emergence of flies, cockroaches, termites and numerous other creepy crawlies.	https://www.seeker.com/17-year-cicadas-set-to-invade-the-northeast-1771198674.html
Neurotransmitters are biochemical molecules that transmit a signal from a neuron across the synapse to a target cell, thus being essential to the function of the central and peripheral nervous system. Dopamine is one of the most important catecholamine neurotransmitters since it is involved in many functions of the human central nervous system, including motor control, reward, or reinforcement. It is of utmost importance to quantify the amount of dopamine since abnormal levels can cause a variety of medical and behavioral problems.	https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/10836
[Ord. 990, passed 9-26-1988] The Town, through its various emergency services, is authorized to clean up or abate, or cause to be cleaned up or abated the effects of any hazardous materials or substances deposited upon or into properties or facilities within the municipal boundaries of the Town or having a direct or identifiable effect on person or property within the municipal boundaries of the Town, including, but not limited to, traffic control, evacuation, relocation, substance monitoring, establishment of medical care facilities and all other costs incurred in the mitigation of the emergency situation; and any person or persons, partnership, corporation or corporations who intentionally or accidentally or negligently caused such deposit shall be liable for all costs incurred by the Town as a result of such clean up or abatement activity. The remedy provided by this article shall be in addition to any other remedies provided by other laws or ordinances of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Town of McCandless. [Ord. 990, passed 9-26-1988] - HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Any substances or materials in a quantity or form which, in the determination of the Emergency Management Coordinator or his authorized representative, poses an unreasonable and imminent risk to the life, health or safety of persons or property or to the ecological balance of the environment, and shall include, but not be limited to, such substances as explosives, radioactive materials, petroleum products or gases, poisons, etiologic (biologic) agents, flammables, corrosives or materials listed in the hazardous substances list of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. [Ord. 990, passed 9-26-1988] For purposes of this article, costs incurred by the Town emergency services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: actual labor costs of Town personnel, including worker's compensation benefits, fringe benefits, administrative overhead, cost of equipment operation, cost of special fire extinguishing agents used and cost of any contracted labor and materials. [Ord. 990, passed 9-26-1988] The authority to recover costs under this article shall not include actual fire suppression services which are normally or usually provided by the Fire Departments.	https://ecode360.com/35340672
Management Information Systems The Grand Rapids Public Schools Management Information Systems (MIS) Department is responsible for providing administration, support and training on all information technology related systems throughout the district. We are committed to providing outstanding technology resources for all GRPS staff and scholars. Technology Support & Services The department is comprised of 22 highly qualified IT professionals who provide design, implementation, maintenance, and support for over 36,000 devices. Help Desk We provide solutions and technical expertise to all GRPS end users, including teachers, principals, secretaries, and central office staff, of all MIS supported technology including classroom technology (software and hardware) through e-mail, phone, and on-site visits. The Helpdesk provides e-mail, and phone support for all GRPS end-users with their technical computer-related problems. Services: - Support of district standard desktop and laptops including hardware and software - Windows, Macintosh, and Mobile Operating Systems support - Phone, Voicemail, and Audio/Video Telecommunications support - Networking support - eMail, Network, Voicemail, and other systems password support - General troubleshooting of desktop and mobile software products, email, payroll, financial, HR, and student records system - Network Printing, Imaging, and Document management support If these trained professionals can’t resolve your issue they turn it over to the PC Technicians. Parents, guardians, scholars, or teachers are not allowed to attempt repairs themselves or contract with any other individual or business to repair any school-provided equipment. Every effort will be made to repair or replace the device in a timely fashion. PC Technicians Headed up by Ray Johnson, this group of individuals have years of experience and extensive knowledge of anything technology related. They provide on-site repair and support for computer systems, associated software, and attached peripherals. The PC Technicians work very closely with the Help Desk and the Network Administration team. Network Administration Headed up by Craig Ghareeb, this team deals with anything related to the network and its operation. GRPS's WAN connects the district's 50+ sites with high-speed Internet, Voice, Video, and many other services. The network team also supports the VOIP telephone system and coordinates closely with the Help Desk and PC Technicians. Instructional Support The Instructional Technology Specialist leads our Instructional Support team with Instructional Technologists assigned to various buildings in the district. These IT’s provide professional development and work closely with teachers on integrating technology into their curriculum. Business Systems Custom reports, systems analysis, security administration, project management, and deployment of additional modules for the Bi-Tech system. - Systems analysis functions for the district's Financial, HR, and Payroll systems. This includes the development of custom reports, security administration, project management, and the deployment of additional modules. - Development of customized database applications. Contact Us Help Desk Support The Helpdesk provides e-mail, and phone support for all GRPS end users with their technical computer related problems.	https://grps.org/departments/mis/
6.RP.1. Understand the concept of a ratio and use ratio language to describe a ratio relationship between two quantities. For example, "The ratio of wings to beaks in the bird house at the zoo was 2:1, because for every 2 wings there was 1 beak." "For every vote candidate A received, candidate C received nearly three votes." 6.RP.2. Understand the concept of a unit rate a/b associated with a ratio a:b with b ? 0, and use rate language in the context of a ratio relationship. For example, "This recipe has a ratio of 3 cups of flour to 4 cups of sugar, so there is 3/4 cup of flour for each cup of sugar." "We paid $75 for 15 hamburgers, which is a rate of $5 per hamburger." 6.RP.3. Use ratio and rate reasoning to solve real-world and mathematical problems, e.g., by reasoning about tables of equivalent ratios, tape diagrams, double number line diagrams, or equations. • Make tables of equivalent ratios relating quantities with whole-number measurements, find missing values in the tables, and plot the pairs of values on the coordinate plane. Use tables to compare ratios. • Solve unit rate problems including those involving unit pricing and constant speed. For example, if it took 7 hours to mow 4 lawns, then at that rate, how many lawns could be mowed in 35 hours? At what rate were lawns being mowed? • Find a percent of a quantity as a rate per 100 (e.g., 30% of a quantity means 30/100 times the quantity); solve problems involving finding the whole, given a part and the percent. • Use ratio reasoning to convert measurement units; manipulate and transform units appropriately when multiplying or dividing quantities. Common Core State Standards © Copyright 2010. National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and Council of Chief State School Officers. All rights reserved. Tags : Understand ratio - relationship between 2 quantities, same proportion, solve word and picture problems using ratio, ratio is unitless, ratio as a percentage.	http://www.learnhive.net/learn/common-core-standards-grade-6/mathematics/ratio-and-proportion
Marietta College is committed to providing an environment in which all students have the opportunity to participate in the academic experience, which includes students with disabilities. Academic accommodations exist in order to provide students with disabilities equal access and opportunity to the many experiences on a college campus. Federal and state laws govern how and to what extent students with disabilities receive accommodations. Faculty members play an integral role in providing those accommodations. Faculty are encouraged to work closely with the Disability Services office when questions or concerns about accommodations arise. Confidentiality Disability Resources is committed to ensuring that all information and communication regarding students and their disabilities is maintained as confidential except when disclosure is authorized by the student or permitted by law. The goal of the confidentiality process is to ensure that students with disabilities will not be discriminated against based on their disability. No one other than authorized personnel within a college community has access to a student’s disability related information. A student need not disclose their specific disability to faculty or staff. Faculty and staff need to know what accommodations are appropriate and necessary to meet the student’s disability related needs. In some instances, a faculty or staff person may request a more in-depth discussion to better facilitate the student’s learning. In that case, the faculty or staff member should contact the Disability Services office. To protect confidentiality, all disability related diagnostic documentation must be filed only with the Disability Services office. Information in student files will not be released except in compliance with federal and state law. Academic Accommodations Process: - Student must meet with the Director of Disability Services in order to establish new accommodations; or returning students must submit an accommodation request form each semester - The Disability Services office will email the student’s Academic Access Letter to faculty - Students must meet with faculty in order to discuss their accommodations for that course - Faculty complete the Accommodation Confirmation Form in order to confirm that a plan for accommodations are in place for that course Click here to complete the Faculty Accommodation Confirmation Form Exam Proctoring Request Process: - Student must submit an online exam request form a minimum of 2 days prior to the exam or quiz - Student should also notify faculty of any exams/quizzes that they plan to take in the Testing Center using whatever method the faculty and student established - Exams can be dropped off to the Director of Disability Services in THMS 304 or can be emailed to [email protected] - Student will take exam or quiz in the Testing Center, located in THMS 223. Student will be proctored by a trained student accommodations assistant. - Completed exams will be delivered to the departments Administrative Coordinator. Alternative arrangements for delivery can also be made. Common Myths and Realities: Myth: Anyone can get accommodations. Reality: The Disability Services office only provides accommodations to students who present documentation of a diagnosed disability. Documentation must meet the requirements set forth by the Disability Services office. Myth: Extended time for exams is an “academic boost.” Reality: A student who doesn’t know the material can sit with an exam for as long as they want, and still get a bad grade. Students with testing accommodations have a documented disability that impacts test taking. Extended time is not interfering with course requirements, it is merely making the playing field more even. Myth: Test anxiety is a disability. Reality: Many students become anxious when taking an exam. However, in order for the student to qualify for testing accommodations, they must have a documented disability.	https://www.marietta.edu/disability-services-faculty

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