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The words and pictures in Goodnight Jesus may be simple, but they draw from deep wells of knowledge and tradition about our faith.
These lessons are designed to help children explore some of the topics introduced in Goodnight Jesus. These can be used in Church School classes, by homeschoolers, or by parents at home. I've given age ranges for each lesson, but they are flexible enough to be used with wide age ranges.
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Preschool – Kindergarten
Why do we kiss icons of the Saints? Because we love them! You'll meet some Saints and talk about why you love them.
Kindergarten – Upper Elementary
Have a scavenger hunt for the icons mentioned in Goodnight Jesus. How many can you find in your parish or home?
Meet the Saints and icons featured in Goodnight Jesus. Why were they chosen? See if your answer matches mine.


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Effect of calcium ion uptake on Candida albicans morphology.
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In liquid culture using a synthetic medium, added magnesium but not calcium was required for exponential growth of Candida albicans yeast cells. However, medium without added divalent cations supported 2-3 generations of yeast growth or germ tube induction. The addition of calcium ions (1.0 mM) at any stage during the induction of germ tube formation caused reversion to a yeast mode of growth, in contrast to the effect of zinc and cobalt ions which were toxic to all growth. Inhibition of germ tube formation by calcium was not observed in the presence of either magnesium (10 microM) or manganese (100 microM). The presence of either of these ions caused inhibition of 45Ca uptake in yeast cultures. We conclude that unrestricted calcium uptake resulted in the specific inhibition of C. albicans mycelial growth, indicating a critical role for calcium in the regulation of C. albicans morphogenesis.
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There was a beagle in the UC Berkeley dog behavior study named after Ian's first wife (Jamie's mom), Mimi. Mimi the beagle was central to more than one incident that would profoundly shape Ian's understanding of dog behavior and temperament. It revealed just how fundamentally a dog's temperament could be changed, especially confronted with the power of the pack. It also led Ian to develop the notion of subliminal bite stimuli, the idea that there can be multiple factors that lead to a sudden explosion of dog aggression. Finally, as a cognitive psychologist Mimi the person provided an incredibly valuable perspective that was instrumental in the development of modern pet dog training, as popularized by Ian and SIRIUS Puppy Training.


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Here's two beginner solos to Nine Pound Hammer! We're going to go deep on the basics for this lesson. Here's a slow note-for-note breakdown of both solos and a lesson on backup!
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Course Code: HLTH058
With an understanding of medical testing you can help explain the test and its purpose to a patient, prepare the patient before the test, and give proper care during and after the test, and understand expected results. Risks, complications, and special concerns are covered. Strongly Recommended: Medical Terminology HLTH 56.


Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin's Regular Press Conference on July 23, 2020
CCTV: China and France held a strategic dialogue and a high-level economic and financial dialogue recently. Can you talk about the items on the agenda and the consensus reached? Does this signal a full post-pandemic relaunch for China-France relations?
Wang Wenbin: On July 15, State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Diplomatic Counselor to French President Emmanuel Bonne successfully held the 20th China-France Strategic Dialogue. On July 21, Vice Premier Hu Chunhua of the State Council and French Economy and Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire co-chaired the 7th China-France High Level Economic and Financial Dialogue. Press releases of the Chinese side have offered detailed information about the dialogues. I would like to stress that it was an important consensus of the two heads of state in their fourth telephone call of the year to hold the two dialogues as soon as possible. They are the first high-level institutional dialogues between China and another major country. It is of great significance to preparing for the resumption of high-level exchanges between China and France at an early date, and to realizing new and greater development in bilateral relations after standing the test of COVID-19.
The two dialogues have yielded fruitful results, which can be summarized in the following aspects. First, the two sides had extensive and in-depth exchanges on international and multilateral cooperation against the pandemic, deepening bilateral practical cooperation, and promoting the sound and steady development of China-France and China-EU relations, which deepened mutual understanding and enhanced political mutual trust. Second, both sides identified future priorities in bilateral relations, and agreed to maintain the momentum of frequent high-level exchanges, seek steady progress in key cooperation projects in such areas as emerging infectious diseases prevention and control, agri-food and aviation. Fast-track arrangement will be fully leveraged to boost resumption of work and production and keep industrial chains and supply chains stable. The two sides will actively explore new areas of cooperation conducive to economic recovery and industrial transformation and upgrade. In particular, 42 concrete cooperation outcomes were reached at the High-Level Economic and Financial Dialogue, which is quite impressive. Third, the two sides stressed the importance of China-EU relations and in this context, agreed to speed up negotiations on an investment agreement, sign an agreement on geographical indications as soon as possible, earnestly strengthen cooperation in climate change, biodiversity protection and other fields, and uphold multilateralism with concrete actions. Fourth, the two sides undertook to adopt effective macroeconomic policies to support economic growth, strengthen policy coordination to jointly tackle the fallout of COVID-19, support G20's role as a premier forum for international economic cooperation, and oppose all forms of protectionism. Both support WHO's critical leading role in promoting and coordinating the global pandemic response and call for efforts to keep regional and global industrial chains and supply chains stable to help resumption of work and production. The two sides also agreed to jointly safeguard a fair and non-discriminatory market environment and encourage companies from all countries to participate in 5G development in accordance with market and security principles.
As can be seen from the dialogues, relations between China and France, both permanent members of the UN Security Council and influential major countries, have comprehensive and strategic connotations at a very high level. Deepening and expanding this comprehensive strategic partnership is not only in the interests of both countries, but also conducive to promoting China-EU relations, safeguarding world peace and development, and bringing more stability into an uncertain world.
Xinhua News Agency: On July 22, US Secretary of State Pompeo and some other senior officials claimed that the closure of China's consulate general in Houston was a response to China's interference in US internal affairs, stealing of American intellectual property and espionage in business activities over the years, and the aim was to "protect American intellectual property and Americans' private information". They also claimed that the US insists on fairness and reciprocity, and it cannot tolerate Chinese violations of its sovereignty and intimidation of its people. Do you have any comments on it?
Wang Wenbin: Chinese diplomatic missions in the US, including our consulate general in Houston, have been promoting bilateral friendship and cooperation and observing international law and local laws in the US. The consulate general in Houston is China's first consulate general opened in the US after the two countries established diplomatic relations. For more than 40 years, the consulate general has been promoting bilateral friendship, cooperation and mutual understanding. The US accusations that China's consulate general in Houston engaged in activities inconsistent with its capacity are nothing but vicious slanders.
The US demand of the closure of China's consulate general in Houston is in serious violation of international law, basic norms governing international relations and the bilateral consular agreement between China and the US. It severely damages bilateral relations, a move that undercuts the bond of friendship between Chinese and American people.
CRI: The US Department of State tweeted a link to China's military-civilian integration policy with the following words: "The Chinese Communist Party is seeking to build its military by exploiting American research institutions, academia, and private firms for their key technologies". Do you have a response?
Wang Wenbin: China has stated its position on this issue repeatedly. Lately the US has been misrepresenting and smearing China's military-civilian integration policy, employing moral hijack, political pressure and even threat of sanctions against Chinese and American businesses and researchers. China deplores and rejects this.
It is a customary international practice to promote integrated military and civilian development. It is no exception for the US, where this practice dates back to before WWI. In recent years, it has been pursuing all-dimension and all-sector integration at an even faster pace. The US Defense Department and military conduct various cooperation projects with American universities, R&D institutions and private companies. Some American multinational companies like Lockheed Martin are the result of "military-civil fusion" themselves, with business operations and products covering both ends.
The US allegation against China is typical double standards by forbidding others to do what it is doing itself. Its true purpose is to create excuses to justify a high-tech blockage against China. The root of this is the Cold War mentality the US still clings to as it attempts to contain China's development. It goes against the spirit of international cooperation and the trend of the times and will eventually damage the interests of China, the US and the whole world.
China's military-civilian integration policy is aimed at effectively mobilizing military and civilian resources, coordinating socioeconomic growth and national defense development, and benefiting the public with scientific and technological progress. This policy is aboveboard and beyond reproach. Our scientific progress is achieved with the Chinese people's industry and innovation. We urge the US to immediately correct its mistake, stop deliberate provocations and malicious denigration against China, and return to the right track of win-win cooperation.
NPR: Yesterday China threatened retaliation if the US does not reverse the decision to close the consulate in Houston. Can you elaborate on what that retaliation might look like? Second, yesterday China alleged that on two occasions the US opened and confiscated diplomatic pouches belonging to the Chinese foreign missions. Can you elaborate on the circumstances under which these pouches were opened and the nature of the objects that were confiscated by the US?
Wang Wenbin: I will take your second question first. In July 2018 and January 2020, the US opened China's diplomatic pouches twice without permission, which was a flagrant violation of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, and a grave infringement on China's diplomatic dignity and security interests. After these incidents happened, the Chinese diplomatic mission in the US immediately made solemn representations to the US side. The US side didn't deny the relevant facts, but repeatedly used technical reasons as an excuse to shirk responsibility for its wrong acts. What the US has done runs counter to international law and norms governing international relations and should be condemned.
As for your first question, China will make necessary reactions to the US unreasonable actions and safeguard its legitimate rights and interests.
Bloomberg: There have been reports that the consulates in Chengdu and also in Hong Kong are possibly subject to closure on the Chinese side. Can you confirm this? My second question relates to the China' CCTV taking the English Premier League football match off the air, according to a report citing a person familiar with the matter. Some interpret this as China's retaliation against the UK because of UK's actions on Huawei and Hong Kong. How does the Foreign Ministry respond to this?
Wang Wenbin: Regarding your first question, China will take necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests in response to the unreasonable actions of the US side.
On your second question, I'm not aware of that. Please refer to the competent authorities.
Reuters: How many consular staff and diplomatic envoys does China have in the US? And How many diplomatic staff and envoys the US has in China?
Wang Wenbin: As I said yesterday, the US claim that US-China relations are not reciprocal is an old ploy and totally unreasonable. In fact, the US far outnumbers China in terms of diplomatic missions and staff in each other's country.
New York Times: Some in the US have suggested that President Trump may have an election-year advantage if there is a showdown of confrontation with China this year, as the Americans would rally behind their president. How would China balance its desire to defend its sovereignty in disputes with the US with China's commitment to not to interfere in other countries' elections?
Wang Wenbin: You are right in saying that China remains committed to the principle of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs. We have no interest in interfering in


text: Background: Examining the distribution of variation has proven an extremely profitable technique in the effort to identify sequences of biological significance. Most approaches in the field, however, evaluate only the conserved portions of sequences - ignoring the biological significance of sequence differences. A suite of sophisticated likelihood based statistical models from the field of molecular evolution provides the basis for extracting the information from the full distribution of sequence variation. The number of different problems to which phylogeny-based maximum likelihood calculations can be applied is extensive. Available software packages that can perform likelihood calculations suffer from a lack of flexibility and scalability, or employ error-prone approaches to model parameterisation. Results: Here we describe the implementation of PyEvolve, a toolkit for the application of existing, and development of new, statistical methods for molecular evolution. We present the object architecture and design schema of PyEvolve, which includes an adaptable multi-level parallelisation schema. The approach for defining new methods is illustrated by implementing a novel dinucleotide model of substitution that includes a parameter for mutation of methylated CpG's, which required 8 lines of standard Python code to define. Benchmarking was performed using either a dinucleotide or codon substitution model applied to an alignment of BRCA1 sequences from 20 mammals, or a 10 species subset. Up to five-fold parallel performance gains over serial were recorded. Compared to leading alternative software, PyEvolve exhibited significantly better real world performance for parameter rich models with a large data set, reducing the time required for optimisation from?10 days to?6 hours. Conclusion: PyEvolve provides flexible functionality that can be used either for statistical modelling of molecular evolution, or the development of new methods in the field. The toolkit can be used interactively or by writing and executing scripts. The toolkit uses efficient processes for specifying the parameterisation of statistical models, and implements numerous optimisations that make highly parameter rich likelihood functions solvable within hours on multi-cpu hardware. PyEvolve can be readily adapted in response to changing computational demands ad hardware configurations to maximise performance.


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Wednesday, December 14, 2011, 08:50 pm
Inside Anobit: Why Apple is investing in flash memory technologyApple's investments in acquiring flash memory expertise and technology appear to be centered around packing more storage capacity into Macs and iOS devices at lower prices, with the same level of component reliability and longevity.
This week, Apple was both reported to be close to acquiring flash memory chip designer Anobit and engaging in plans to set up a semiconductor development center in Israel, where Anobit is located.
Apple already uses Anobit components in is iOS devices and the MacBook Air. The firm's unique flash memory technology, dubbed MSP or "Memory Signal Processing," is designed to enhance the reliability, performance, efficiency and endurance of flash memory.
The pros and cons of flash memory
Unlike DRAM, which stores memory bits using the state of electrical capacitors which must be continuously refreshed with power, NAND flash memory stores bits using floating gate transistors, which do not need to be continually refreshed to maintain their state.
This makes flash memory more energy efficient during operation, and allows it to retain its information even after the device is shut down. The use of flash memory storage in iOS devices and the MacBook Air provides long term storage of software, documents, music and movies without needing a conventional magnetic hard drive for disk storage.
The use of flash storage not only makes these devices quick to boot up and launch apps, but also slimmer, more battery efficient and less fragile than compatible devices using a conventional hard drive for persistent storage. Particularly on iOS devices, the use of fast flash memory also limits the need for large amounts of DRAM, further increasing the devices' battery life.
On the flip side however, flash memory storage is more expensive compared to disk storage, as well as being less reliable and having a shorter life span. The individual cells of flash memory chips eventually wear out and stop working reliably, requiring specialized software to manage their use.
Strengthening flash memory
Earlier this year, Apple incorporated TRIM support in Mac OS X Lion. TRIM is an OS level software technology designed to manage the flakey, short lived nature of flash memory used in Solid State Drives like the MacBook Air's (pictured below).
Anobit's MSP technology attacks the same issues, but does so on firmware level, using sophisticated monitoring of flash memory cells to accurately determine if they are failing or no longer able to reliably store data. These technologies also enable flash memory to continue to function longer than previously possible by simply working around failures.
In addition to enabling flash memory to live longer, MSP also promises to make components faster; it enables data to be pushed to flash memory at speeds that generate more errors, but can then detect and correct the errors.
Cheaper SSDs and flash memory
A second primary benefit to the MSP technology is that it makes less expensive types of flash memory usable for a wider range of applications. Most flash memory used in high speed storage holds one bit per memory cell, known as SLC or "single level cell" memory.
A cheaper type of flash memory known as MLC or "multi level cell" can store two bits per memory cell, making it less expensive to manufacture because it has a higher memory density. A primary problem with MLC is that is more prone to error, requiring more sophisticated management to make it useful.
MSP promises to make cheaper MLC memory components as accurate over the same lifespan as conventional SLC, something that would dramatically change how much storage Apple could pack into its devices and computers at the same price. That would have a huge impact on Apple's ability to compete, as flash memory storage is a significant part of the bill of materials in the devices it builds.
NAND flash is the second most expensive component of the iPad (after the touchscreen display), according to iSuppli, accounting for around ten percent of its total component cost. For the MacBook Air, 64GB of SSD flash memory is similarly estimated to be its second most expensive component (again, after the screen) and roughly the same price as its Intel CPU at a similar 10 percent of the total materials cost.
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Student Craft Institute is a three-day studio session for approximately 70 Maine high school students from as many schools throughout the state, who work with professional artists. 2018 marked the 35th annual Student Craft Institute. From Southern Maine to some of the most remote parts of the state and coastal communities, over 2,000 students have taken part in the Student Craft Institute since its inception. Teachers at participating schools are invited to identify one student each, who displays outstanding potential in the arts, to participate in this annual spring program on the Haystack campus.
Held each May, the program provides youngsters from different backgrounds to discover that they have common interests and can support one another in work undertaken together. Students from local high schools work closely with their instructors in Haystack's studios.
Haystack's 2018 Studio Based Learning, an annual, a three-day studio program for area high school students, will be held in September. For twenty-three years the program has provided students with the opportunity to participate in workshops in craft media taught by professional artists. Students and chaperones live on campus throughout the program and, in addition to studio time, faculty artists present work and share their ideas, inspiration, and creative processes, each evening.
Students from Deer Isle-Stonington High School, George Stevens Academy and the Harbor School in Blue Hill, Bucksport High School, Ellsworth High School, Sumner High School, Vinalhaven High School, and Mount Desert Island High School, are slated to attend this year.
Studio Based Learning is traditionally supported by Parker Poe Charitable Trust and Haystack's jackandharriet Fund.
Mentor Program is a follow-up program of Studio Based Learning, which links local high school students with area artists who incorporate the studio experience into local arts curricula throughout the school year. Mentorships provide an intensive educational environment – the mentor concept is frequently cited as a great way to engage adolescents – one that not only can increase students aspirations, but provide an integrated and challenging educational experience. This year Haystack celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Mentor Program in which students work with area artist mentors in an individualized and intensive setting.
Students from Deer Isle-Stonington High School, George Stevens Academy, the Harbor School in Blue Hill, Bucksport High School, Ellsworth High School, and Mount Desert Island High School participated in workshops with professional artists over several weekends.
2018 artist/mentors included: Kyra Alex (textiles/re-fashioning workshop), Mark Bell (porcelain clay/wheel-throwing), MaJo Keleshian (expressive drawing), Michelle Levesque (Haboti silk dyeing/fiber), Linda Perrin (beginning glassblowing), Nisa Smiley (bronze metal clay (BMC) jewelry), Ellen Wieske (making jewelry/setting a stone), and Eric Ziner (blacksmithing/a bright idea-lamps).
Support for the 2018 Mentor Program was provided by the following funds of Haystack's Program Endowment: the Ann and Chuck Holland, Belvedere, and Betsy Rowland. Haystack's 2018 general operating fund is supported in part by a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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A common theme among recruiters is that of looking for employees with "stable work histories." This criterion showed up in almost every recruiter's list of "must haves" for their positions. What is considered "stable" and why is it important?
According to Elaine Johnson, Director of Human Resources at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, work history is a very important factor in considering a candidate.
"Work history is a way to validate that the candidate has been successful in the past," she said. "What's interesting is the way that the definition of 'stable work history' has changed over the years. Twenty years ago, 'stable' meant having one or two jobs during your lifetime. Now, three years on the same job is considered a long time."CONTINUE READING ON JACKSONVILLE.COM


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Hydrology - Open-File Report 30
Historical Summary of Onshore Oil and Gas Exploration Activities in South Carolina
William T. Griffin
Oil and Gas Exploration in South Carolina has occurred in two distinct periods. The first period occurred between 1920 and 1957 (Olson and Glowacz, 1977). During this time 11 wildcat wells (wells 1 – 11, see map) were drilled in the Coastal Plain of South Carolina. These wells are summarized in the table (after Olson and Glowacz, 1977), and their locations have been plotted on the accompanying map. Other than the fact that they were dry, little is known about these wells; therefore, they will not be discussed further in this report.
The second and current period of recorded activity began in 1980. These activities include leasing, soil geochemical analyses, seismic surveys, and drilling, and major companies and small independents have conducted them. It is possible that leasing occurred prior to 1980; but because there are no regulatory requirements for leasing in the State, we have no record of earlier activity.
The purpose of this report is to provide a detailed chronological summary of this second period of onshore oil and gas exploration, and to offer some general observations on future activities and the regulatory role of the South Carolina Water Resources Commission.
This open-file report is available for review in the SCDNR's Columbia office.


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Students may have been wondering why there are tags hanging on trees. Suzanna Scott, professor of New Century College's Art, Beauty, and Culture course, and Lynne Constantine, professor of The School of Art's Aesthetics course, decided to bring the Wish Tree Project to the George Mason campus as part of their curriculum.
For those who don't know, Yoko Ono originally started The Wish Tree Project in 1996. Scott says, "People participate in the work by writing their personal wishes for peace on white shipping tags and tying the wishes to a tree branch." This project was started on the George Mason Campus on October 1st and will end on October 18th.
When asked why the project would end, Constantine replied, "In a way, the very fleetingness of the tree's presence here is important. Any longer, and it would simply become part of the landscape. This way, both its appearance and its disappearance are events, opportunities for paying attention."
Once the wishes are taken down on the 18th, they will be shipped to Reykjavik, Iceland where Yoko Ono is collecting all the wishes and building a memorial for her late husband, John Lennon.
Both Constantine and Scott were eager to bring this project on campus in order to inspire their students to work together in order to learn more about the origin of this project.
Scotts says, "They are learning what it is like to be part of something larger than themselves and their individual projects. Their goal is not only to inspire their own students, but also to inspire the George Mason student body."
Constantine says, "Several times when I've passed the tree, I've seen students and other passers-by who are not in Suzanne's or my classes reading the tags or taking pictures of the tree with their phones. If the idea of a network of people wishing for peace comes into their consciousness for even that brief minute, I feel satisfied with that."
The Wish Tree Project is a national and international symbol of the future. It collects people's wishes and hopes for a better world. By bringing this project to our school, both Scott and Constantine are allowing their students to be part of a project that connects them with people all over the world. Their wishes will be put in a memorial with the wishes of people from all different walks of life. Scotts says that one of the most valuable parts of this project is that it can be replicated.
She says, "So perhaps we may see more Wish Trees appear on campus in the future."


Saturday, August 9, 2014
No horns?
When Annabelle decided to take a break from city life, she landed in a small village in the outskirts of the city.
Enjoying her sabbatical, she ventured into a farm. Patting one of the animals, she asked the farmer, "Why is this cow without horns?"
Farmer Joe was silent for a moment. Then he said, "Let me explain to you ma'am. Cattle can sometimes cause harm with horns, so we use various measures to prevent the harm. Either we trim 'em with a chainsaw,
or we catch them young & apply acid where horns grow to stop the growth. There are also breeds that don't grow horns at all. But none of the above reasons applies to this cow. You know why? Cos it's a horse!"


Dialogic vs Discursive
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dialogique vs discursive
 German Dialogik vs. diskursive
Flusser, in his theory of communication, "Kommunikologie" (1996), warns of the danger that chiefly discursive media, in which communication is disseminated or distributed (as television, radio, etc.), could end up smothering the dialogical media. While, in the latter, information is created (e.g. in scientific discussions, interviews, meetings, etc.) the former only disseminates it. Thus, Flusser's warning concerns creativity. This assessment is double faced: on the one hand, it is epistemological in the line started by Socrates, opposing a dogmatic and limited thinking to a dialectical and open one; on the other hand, it is socio-technological, according to which, particularly Internet might not be the genuine democratic communication, as it pretends to be; on the contrary, its democratic character might be dominated by hierarchical structures conditioning that information is to be chiefly broadcasted –sometimes in a subtle mannerfrom centres of information and power domination (→Critical Theory of Information).
A theory of information based on a communication model as the one used in the Mathematical Theory of Communication (MTC) –rooted in semiotic theories of significant influence in the history of ideas, such as Locke's theory– might better account for discursive communication than dialogical one (Díaz & Al Hadithi 2009, →communication). Regarding to this –so to speak- "simple model", information might be considered as transported properly codified and next received by means of a pertinent decoding operation (→code): according to Locke, "the idea they make it a sign of is precisely the same" [for both the emitter and de receiver] (Locke 2004, III-ii-4); in the MTC, the receiver "performs the inverse operation of that done by the transmitter", and such invertivility presupposes an isomorphic relation between the emitter and the receptor symbolic domains (Shannon 1948: 380). However, the idea that this "simple model" may be the case of discursive communications is just an ingenious point of view, in the sense that an automatic tuning between the emitter coding and receiver decoding is presupposed, which is all the more difficult to admit, if the heteronomy between emitter and receiver is higher. In short, even though the relative autonomy of both coding and decoding operations in discursive communications seems to approach the simple model, the heteronomy of these operations –at the same time conditioned by the domination structures, referred by Flusserleads to a practical significant distance between them (→message).
Concerning dialogical communications, a model able to reflect this type better has to emphasize the procedural and cooperative character of information as well as the pragmatic situation where it takes place and in which the sense of the utterances is articulated. Whereas in discursive communication the →context (in broad sense) plays a secondary role and it is often ignored, in the case of dialogical communication the context plays a crucial role. On the other hand, the referred heteronomy or emitter/receiver asymmetry of discursive communications, where the role of the receiver is minimised or reduced to a passive subject, becomes a balance between partakers in the dialogical ones. Here, the reception process is enhanced and the homonymy plays a transcendental role. Finally, while discursive communications can be related to a vertical structure (from a privileged position to a subordinated one), a more horizontal structure corresponds to dialogical communications (→message).
 - DÍAZ NAFRÍA, J.M. & AL HADITHI, B. (2009). Are "the semantic aspects" actually "irrelevant to the engineering problem"?. In special issue, Díaz & Salto (eds.) "What is really information? An interdisciplinary approach". TripleC, 7(2), 300-308. [online, accessed 20/02/2010].
 - FLUSSER, V. (1996). Kommunikologie. Mannheim, Germany: Bollmann.
 - LOCK, J. (2004). An Essay Concerning Humane Understanding. [Online] Galaxia Gutemberg _URL_ [accessed: 20/02/2010]
 - SHANNON, C.E. (1948). "A Mathematical theory of communication". The Bell System Technical Journal27, pp. 379–423, 623–656.
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The world's top scientists maintain that 89% of the human body is composed of water.1 What comprises the remaining 11%? While academics in the rest of the world still heatedly debate the answer, researchers at one of Texas' top universities have irrefutably concluded that, for the subspecies of Texans known as "Austinites," the primary ingredient in that elusive 11% is simple: it's Shiner beer.
Sven von Ulrichson, a lead researcher in anthro-alchemical science here in Texas, writes in a recently published paper on the topic, "In my home country of Sweden, people have adapted culturally to deal with the cold. But in Austin, it appears that people have adapted biologically. It is not that Austinites are immune to heat, or that they sweat more efficiently than other Texans. Rather, the high frequency of Shiner beer occurrence allows Austinites not to care about the heat as much."


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When you enter the actual text and you reach a part where you want to insert a value/info from a "Global Field", click on the "Dynamic Texts" option from the Panel options that are displayed for the "Text" element:
This will open a drop-down where you can choose from the available "Global Fields", according to what you need in the particular sentence.
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Since the "Dynamic Texts" option is a more complex one, you can add more dynamic information besides the "Global Fields" one. Therefore, click on the "Select Source" field:
This will open a sub-menu with some "Dynamic Text" sources. Click on "Global Fields":
Then, another field will appear, where you can choose the actual "Global Field" to be inserted.
Click on the "Select an option" section to open it and select the field you want to add to your text:
For instance, if the sentence you want to use this field in is something like: "Our company is located at... " then, you will have to insert the "Address" field you have set in the "Global Fields":
After you have selected both the "Global Fields" option and the field, all you have left to do is to click on the "Insert" button and the values/info you have previously set to the field will be added to your text:
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Welcome to the fascinating world of 19th-century Scandinavian design! Explore the exquisite craftsmanship and distinctive aesthetics that defined this era. Join us on a journey through time as we delve into the innovative designs and timeless elegance that continue to inspire today.
Exploring the Resplendent Aesthetics of 19th Century Scandinavian Design
During the 19th century, Scandinavian design emerged as a prominent force in the art and design world. With its emphasis on simplicity, functionality, and natural materials, Scandinavian design captivated the attention of individuals across Europe. Influenced by the broader Romantic movement of the time, Scandinavian designers sought to celebrate the beauty of nature and evoke a sense of harmony and tranquility in their creations.
One of the key characteristics of 19th century Scandinavian design was its innovative use of materials. Designers like Carl Fabergé, known for his exquisite jewelry and decorative objects, incorporated natural materials such as enamel, precious stones, and mother-of-pearl into their intricate designs. These materials not only added visual appeal but also reflected a connection to the natural world.
Another defining aspect of Scandinavian design during this period was its clean lines and minimalistic approach. This aesthetic was influenced by the prevailing trend of industrialization, which brought about a desire for simplicity and efficiency. Scandinavian furniture, for example, often featured sleek, streamlined forms and understated ornamentation, showcasing the beauty of the materials themselves.
Moreover, functionality played a crucial role in 19th century Scandinavian design. The concept of "beautiful and useful" became a guiding principle, as designers aimed to create objects that were not only aesthetically pleasing but also served a purpose in everyday life. This focus on functionality can be seen in the design of furniture, lighting, and household items, which were thoughtfully crafted with practicality in mind.
Lastly, 19th century Scandinavian design was deeply rooted in national identity and cultural heritage. Designers drew inspiration from traditional Scandinavian crafts such as woodworking, weaving, and ceramics, infusing their creations with a sense of nostalgia and pride. This connection to their cultural roots helped establish Scandinavian design as a unique and distinct style.
In summary, 19th century Scandinavian design embraced simplicity, functionality, and a deep appreciation for nature. Its innovative use of materials, clean lines, and focus on functionality set it apart from other contemporary design movements. This aesthetic, deeply rooted in national identity, continues to inspire designers and enthusiasts alike.
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What defines Scandinavian design?
Scandinavian design in the 19th century was characterized by simplicity, functionality, and minimalism. It emerged as a response to the ornate and intricate design styles of the time, aiming to create a more practical and efficient aesthetic.
Key features of Scandinavian design during this period included clean lines, natural materials such as wood and leather, and a focus on craftsmanship. Furniture, architecture, and interior design reflected these principles, with an emphasis on practicality and usability.
One important aspect of Scandinavian design in the 19th century was its connection to nature. The region's landscape, with its forests, lakes, and mountains, inspired designers to incorporate elements of nature into their work. This could be seen in the use of organic shapes, natural materials, and earthy color palettes.
Another defining characteristic of Scandinavian design in the 19th century was its egalitarian approach. The aim was to create well-designed and functional products that were accessible to everyone, rather than catering only to the elite. This democratic principle laid the foundation for the modern Scandinavian design ethos that continues to resonate today.
In summary, Scandinavian design in the 19th century was characterized by simplicity, functionality, a connection to nature, and an egalitarian approach. These principles set the stage for the development of the renowned Scandinavian design aesthetic that we know today.
When did the Scandinavian design era begin?
The Scandinavian design era began in the late 19th century as a response to the industrialization and mass production of goods. It emerged as a movement characterized by simplicity, functionality, and natural materials. The influence of the Arts and Crafts movement, which emphasized handcrafted items and traditional craftsmanship, played a significant role in the development of Scandinavian design.
One major figure in this movement was the Swedish designer Carl Larsson, known for his interior designs that featured clean lines, light colors, and a focus on natural light. Another key player was the Danish architect and designer Kaare Klint, who is widely regarded as the father of modern Danish design. Klint's work focused on functionalism and simplicity, with an emphasis on ergonomics and practicality.
The 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris served as a platform to showcase Scandinavian design to the world. The exhibition showcased innovative furniture, textiles, and ceramics from Scandinavia, which garnered international attention and solidified the reputation of Scandinavian design as a distinct style.
The influence of Scandinavian design continued to grow throughout the 20th century, with iconic designers such as Alvar Aalto from Finland and Arne Jacobsen from Denmark making significant contributions. Today, the principles of simplicity, functionality, and minimalism continue to be hallmarks of Scandinavian design, making it a highly sought-after style worldwide.
What time period does Scandinavian architecture belong to?
Scandinavian architecture during the 19th century was primarily influenced by the neoclassical and romantic architectural styles. This was a time period characterized by a revival of classical elements and a focus on creating structures that embodied grandeur and elegance. Scandinavian architects incorporated these influences into their designs, often incorporating symmetrical facades, ornate details, and classical motifs such as columns and pediments.
Neoclassical architecture was particularly popular during the early 19th century and drew inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman architecture. It emphasized simplicity, balance, and the use of classical orders. Notable examples of neoclassical Scandinavian architecture include the Royal Palace in Oslo, Norway, and the Royal Swedish Opera House in Stockholm, Sweden.
Romantic architecture emerged later in the 19th century and was characterized by a more picturesque and emotional style. It often featured Gothic elements such as pointed arches, steep roofs, and intricate detailing. The Thorvaldsen Museum in Copenhagen, Denmark, is an example of romantic architecture with its dramatic facade and ornate decorations.
Overall, Scandinavian architecture during the 19th century embraced a blend of neoclassical and romantic influences. Architects sought to create buildings that showcased both elegance and a sense of national identity, incorporating traditional regional elements alongside the prevailing architectural styles of the time.
What distinguishes Nordic design from Scandinavian design?
Nordic design refers to the design principles and aesthetics that originated in the Nordic countries, including Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland, during the 19th century. It is characterized by simplicity, minimalism, functionality, and natural materials. Nordic design focuses on clean lines, organic shapes, and a harmonious balance between form and function.
On the other hand, Scandinavian design is often used interchangeably with Nordic design, but it specifically refers to the design movement that emerged in the mid-20th century in the Scandinavian countries, mainly Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. While Scandinavian design shares many similarities with Nordic design, it incorporates some additional elements and influences from the modernist movement, such as a greater emphasis on mass production and industrial design.
In summary, Nordic design originated in the 19th century and encompasses the design principles of all the Nordic countries, while Scandinavian design specifically emerged in the mid-20th century and is more closely associated with Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, incorporating modernist influences. Both design movements share a commitment to simplicity and functionality, with an appreciation for natural materials and clean aesthetics.
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What were the key characteristics and elements of 19th century Scandinavian design?
19th century Scandinavian design was characterized by a combination of simplicity, functionality, and craftsmanship. It emerged as a response to the ornate styles of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, such as Rococo and Romanticism.
One key element of Scandinavian design during this period was a focus on clean lines and minimalism. Furniture and objects were often characterized by their simplicity and lack of embellishment. This was influenced by the growing interest in the philosophy of utilitarianism, where the function of an object was prioritized over its aesthetics.
Natural materials were also highly valued in Scandinavian design. Wood, particularly pine and birch, was commonly used in furniture and architecture. The natural beauty of the wood was often showcased through simple and streamlined designs.
Another notable aspect of 19th century Scandinavian design was an emphasis on craftsmanship. Skilled artisans played a crucial role in producing high-quality and well-crafted pieces. Attention to detail and precision were highly valued, resulting in furniture and objects that were not only functional but also beautifully crafted.
In terms of color palette, 19th century Scandinavian design tended to favor soft, muted tones. Whites, greys, and pale pastel colors were commonly used, creating a light and airy feel.
Overall, 19th century Scandinavian design was characterized by a balance between form and function, simplicity, and a connection to nature. These enduring qualities continue to influence modern Scandinavian design.
How did social, economic, and cultural factors influence the development of 19th century Scandinavian design?
Social, economic, and cultural factors played a significant role in influencing the development of 19th-century Scandinavian design.
1. Social Factors: The social structure of the Scandinavian countries, characterized by equality and a strong focus on the collective welfare, greatly impacted design during this period. There was a growing interest in creating functional and practical designs accessible to all social classes. The emphasis on simplicity, minimalism, and functionality was driven by the desire to provide affordable and well-designed products for everyone.
2. Economic Factors: The industrial revolution had a profound effect on Scandinavian economies, leading to increased urbanization and wealth accumulation. As a result, the demand for household goods and furnishings grew exponentially. The rise of middle-class consumers created a fertile ground for designers and craftsmen to explore new ideas and experiment with innovative design concepts.
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The front plate of William Strickland's European architectural sketchbook. The sketch shows a watercolor drawing of a vine-covered monument with a Latin inscription. The translation reads: "Selected profane and sacred images of Britain and Roman...
Strickland's watercolor sketch of the Temple of Jupiter Stator. The sketch includes the ruins of the temple as well as the remains of archaeological excavations. The ruins are surrounded by Medieval buildings. A goat enters the excavation area.
Mrs. S. A. Vaughan sets forth to address those who deem Latin for girls unnecessary. This four-column argument contains a pencil notation at the top that designates its physical location in the Tennessee Historical Society holdings.
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William Strickland's watercolor sketch of the Basilica of St. Peter, Rome. Strickland gives handwritten descriptions and dimensions of the building porticoes. He describes the dome as being "decidedly ugly."
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By Ed Pierce, Fleet Management Weekly Contributing Editor
Driver safety is the top priority of any fleet manager. With so many drivers on the road operating a variety of vehicles, it can be a challenge for companies to ensure all of their drivers have the knowledge and skill required to drive safely at all times, especially for those with drivers in multiple locations across the US or spanning the globe.
A burgeoning fleet driver training company, SKILLS is based at the Texas Motor Speedway outside of Dallas-Fort Worth, but is focused on making it easy to educate fleet drivers anywhere in the world. Learning safe driving techniques, becoming a defensive driver, reducing preventable incidents, SKILLS can help any business with fleet vehicles reduce the company's liability exposure and insurance costs while keeping its drivers safe.
SKILLS Driving began with a simple goal: to reduce the number of teenage drivers killed in motor vehicle related incidents. Formed in 2004 by owner and CEO Dawn Stokes, an avid lover of driving and racing, Stokes was determined to start a school that gave hands-on driving skills to young adults. She started out teaching new drivers behind-the-wheel accident-avoidance techniques at Texas Motor Speedway. She soon wanted to expand the driving instruction audience, so there needed to be a next step. Defying the long odds of succeeding in a challenging field, Stokes cashed in her 401k and bought 10 yellow, Z06 Corvettes to open a racing school.
The company began as Texas Driving Experience, a Dallas-based racing academy and safe driving school that taught both teens and corporate executives how to drive fast and drive safely at the same time.
As the company grew, Stokes expanded the company's business model by starting a fleet safety program called 'Skills Driving'. This program grew exponentially in terms of new business and global coverage. Today, SKILLS brings unsurpassed training and global coverage to the non-CDL fleet industry.
Dawn points out that a key to SKILLS' success is its custom design of driver training programs: "Not every company has the same needs in regards to workplace safety training, types of vehicles and fleet driver safety. We noticed there was a large gap in non-CDL driver instruction. We work with each company to create a tailor-made solution that meets the exact needs, defines specific goals, and delivers measurable results through in-person, behind-the-wheel and online training."
After training, both the fleet managers and the drivers themselves receive detailed, easy-to-use reports that show how each driver progressed through the day. Drivers of all skill levels can become better and safer drivers, lessening their probability of a preventable incident and reducing the company's liability exposure.
SKILLS Driving offers a customized mix of training at a location of the client's choosing. Fleets can choose either a full-day or half-day curriculum that covers emergency braking, quick lane change, distracted driving awareness, close-quarter backing and can include specialized modules such as 'Trailer 101', winter driving, fatigue, off-road, and more. The curriculum addresses factors like risk level, industry, job, and geography to ensure that training resembles the driver's real-world experience as much as possible.
SKILLS specializes in non-CDL fleet vehicles. A full day of training can involve vehicle types 1-6, with 6 being is the highest risk group of drivers. SKILLS instructors take students through a variety of exercises that encompass accident avoidance, distracted driving, and awareness techniques in their daily driver.
At the end of the class, each student completes a quiz and survey focusing on the curriculum, instructors, and overall quality of the training.
Measurement, Reporting and Actionable Results
The company also receives a detailed critique e-card summary for each training day and location. This will assign each student a technical score examining their success in each exercise and a behavioral score examining their attitude/behavior in the class. It will also include a paragraph addressing what they did well and where they can improve.
Companies are encouraged to use these results to educate drivers on where they can improve. If a student scores below the agreed-upon metrics, then SKILLS will recommend a follow-up plan for additional training.
If a company is unable to spare drivers for a full day of training, half-day training offers more specific and targeted training in all classes of vehicles. SKILLS instructors provide an automated report for each driver with a technical and behavioral score.
Online Global Training That's Policy Driven
SKILLS' e-learning program offers highly interactive online driver training. Drivers will use their smartphone or tablet to be "virtually" behind the wheel, operating all classes of vehicles – 1 through 8, filmed 'in-country' in over 90 languages. Fleets can choose from over 25,000 global defensive driver training titles to create custom programs that target specific improvement areas.
According to Dawn, SKILLS Driving can take a company's existing policies and turn them into a custom-built training lesson. This can be used for both new drivers and existing ones to ensure they understand all company expectations and procedures.
Featured online programs include Hazard Perception 360 Analysis and 12 MotorMind modules that combine elements of gamification with visual, auditory, and tactile exercises to provide learners with a greater understanding of dangerous driving behaviors.
Once online training is completed, companies receive compliance reports on each of their drivers, using the data to assess areas of risk with the help of SKILLS' Analytics team and Client Care specialists.
Although SKILLS has shifted since its initial concept, it still maintains one of the features that first attracted Dawn Stokes the most: the love of racecars. SKILLS Driving offers several teambuilding experiences for companies to bond over the love of driving racecars.
Dawn is proud of the world-class team she has built at SKILLS and the company's progress in delivering a global training program that can help even the largest companies keep drivers safe: "Whether a company requires behind-the-wheel training or prefers our online e-learning program, we make it simpler than ever to avoid preventable incidents and lessen the company's liability exposure. Building a safe driving culture within an organization is a continual journey. SKILLS offers numerous strategies and methods that will fit into both time and budgets. Our shared goal, with our partners, is to get everyone home safely, every night."


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How can I avoid misusing my free will?
Your free will essentially consists of a single minute-to-minute choice: Should I serve Krishna or should I serve maya?
If we're sincerely praying, looking for opportunities to serve Krishna—and weighing various other options against that one overriding and positive choice—we can avoid misusing our free will. We should know that if we're aspiring for Krishna's lotus feet then He is arranging things to strengthen us, to see how strong we are, to see how sincere we are, and to teach us lessons.
Sometimes we appear to get "misused" when in fact we're simply learning a lesson we need to learn; and if we learn it, it will bring us closer to Krishna! The devotees see challenges and apparent difficulties as stepping stones to spiritual advancement. Because of this, they see Krishna everywhere—that His hand is guiding them. They consider nothing to be outside of His guidance because nothing happens without His will—especially in the life of someone trying to serve Him.


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Some food products have unique characteristics, conferred by certain specific features associated with the territory where they were produced, strongly influenced by its history, geography and culture. These products are associated with characteristic elements of a given territory, such as the production system and method, the soil and climate characteristics, the genetic heritage, the traditions and local know-how.Portugal has a considerable number of qualified fruits, due to its soil and climate conditions for the production of high quality fruit, in which the fruits are differentiated from others by their flavour, aroma and colour. These conditions have given Portugal a long fruit-growing tradition.The cherry production is developed between the Gardunha, Estrela and Malcata Mountains, in Cova da Beira, region with excellent climatic conditions for fruit growing, and soils with ideal conditions for the development of the cherry tree.The cherry production in Fundão is associated to a set of landscape and cultural values, which are already translated by several relevant initiatives: fairs, circuits, cherry in flower, among others. The cherry of Fundão is a product with protected designation of origin and Saco is an exclusively Portuguese cherry variety.
To pick up cherries is a way of celebrating our senses. It is a feast enriched by different textures of regional cherry varieties. Their common denominator is being red, fleshy and delicious.


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ACCESS to Markets
ACCESS to Markets is a five-year Feed the Future activity that is increasing agriculture sector growth and improving nutrition for 19,500 client households in the northern dry corridor. Highlights:
- Establishing market-driven production programs to match suppliers to local, regional, and international buyers, with a focus on higher-value and value-added crops. More than $8 million in farm sales have been generated to date.
- Facilitating access to a diverse and quality diet; promoting improved sanitation and hygiene practices; and working with partners to expand access to maternal and child health services.
- Project Duration: 2014-2019
- Value Chains: Coffee; horticulture; livestock; staple crops
- Regions: Copán; Ocotepeque; Santa Bárbara
ACCESS to Production and Nutrition
ACCESS to Production and Nutrition is reducing poverty and malnutrition and improving the health of 20,500 households in the southern Honduran Dry Corridor (La Paz, Intibucá, and Lempira) by delivering activities and services aimed at increasing incomes, employment opportunities, productivity, access to markets, financial services, and better maternal and child nutrition and health services. Key results to date:
- 20,000 hectares of land under improved practices, with more than 11,000 households surpassing targets in income increases.
- 92 percent of children under six months in target communities exclusively breastfed.
- Project Duration: 2015-2020
- Value Chains: Coffee; horticulture; staple crops
- Regions: Intibucá; La Paz; Lempira
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The depletion of stocks of fossil fuels and the environment protection requirements increase the significance of hydrogen as a future energy carrier. The present research is focused on the development of new safe methods of production, transport and storage of hydrogen. The paper presents an analysis of problems related to the assessment of the effects of failure of hydrogen transporting pipelines. Scenarios of hazardous events connected with an uncontrollable leakage of hydrogen are discussed. The sizes of heat radiation and pressure wave hazard zones are determined.
Three commercially available intercooled compression strategies for compressing CO2 were studied. All of the compression concepts required a final delivery pressure of 153 bar at the inlet to the pipeline. Then, simulations were used to determine the maximum safe pipeline distance to subsequent booster stations as a function of inlet pressure, environmental temperature, thickness of the thermal insulation and ground level heat flux conditions. The results show that subcooled liquid transport increases energy efficiency and minimises the cost of CO2 transport over long distances under heat transfer conditions. The study also found that the thermal insulation layer should not be laid on the external surface of the pipe in atmospheric conditions in Poland. The most important problems from the environmental protection point of view are rigorous and robust hazard identification which indirectly affects CO2 transportation. This paper analyses ways of reducing transport risk by means of safety valves.


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What is the difference between core and headline inflation?
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According to James Bullard for the Federal Reserve Bank of Saint Louis, Mo., headline inflation includes food and energy prices when calculating the cost of living for the average consumer. Core inflation does not incorporate these two factors, because they are considered quite volatile. Members of the Federal Reserve and most economists prefer to rely on core inflation numbers to give a truer picture of future inflation trends without complications.
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Bullard explains that there is an enduring controversy over which inflation metric is the best to use when deciding on monetary policies intended to manage inflation. The goal is to accomplish a low and steady inflation rate that is safest for the nation's economy and its investors. Some economists argue that headline inflation is best, stating that it is unwise to remove food and energy components because they are such a large factor in every citizen's budget. Advocates for the use of the core inflation metric argue that food and energy prices can fluctuate suddenly and drastically in reaction to unexpected events, such as natural disasters, war and other disruptions to the national supply. Therefore, core inflation is believed to provide a cleaner and more stable insight into the underlying behavior of inflation.
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Hamby, an assistant professor and extension specialist in the Department of Entomology at the University of Maryland-College Park, will receive the Early Career Professional (ECP) Extension Award during the annual meeting of the Entomological Society of America (ESA), Nov. 5-8 in Denver, Colo. The awards breakfast is set Nov. 7 in the Four Seasons Ballroom, Big Blue Bear, Colorado Convention Center.
The award is given to an early professional who excels in entomological Extension.
The ESA spotlighted her in its program: "Her research and extension program addresses invasive and emerging insect pest issues, evaluating and optimizing pest management programs, and development of sustainable alternative management tactics. Dr. Hamby is particularly interested in understanding and exploiting insect interactions with free-living microorganisms for sustainable pest management."
"Her current work includes characterizing spotted wing drosophila's interactions with yeast and fruit rot microorganisms and developing cultural control tactics for this invasive pest of small fruit. Her lab is also evaluating the pest suppression benefits and non-target impacts of neonicotinoid seed treatments in mid-Atlantic grain crop rotations."
"Dr. Hamby delivers timely, research-based extension programming via extension publications, field days, and winter meetings, serving the needs of Maryland's grain producers and diversified small fruit farmers. In addition to her research and extension responsibilities, Dr. Hamby teaches integrated pest management and provides K-12 outreach with hands-on pest management activities."
Hamby received all three of her degrees from the University of California, Davis. While studying for her bachelor's degree in environmental toxicology, specializing in ecotoxicology, she completed the integrated studies honors program and graduated with highest honors in June 2009, making the dean's honors list. She went on to obtain her master's degree (March 2012) and doctorate in entomology (March 2014), studying with major professor and integrated pest management specialist Frank Zalom, distinguished professor, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology, and a past president of the ESA. Her doctoral dissertation, completed in 2014, covered: "Biology and Pesticide Resistance Management of Drosophila suzukii in Coastal California Berries."
At UC Davis, Hamby was supported by a National Science Foundation Research Scholarship and went on to win the coveted John Henry Comstock Award from the Pacific Branch, ESA. She compiled a near perfect 4.0 grade point average during her years at UC Davis.
Hamby joined the ESA in 2009 and has presented her research at many of the annual meetings.
The ESA, founded in 1889, is the world's largest organization serving the professional and scientific needs of entomologists and people in related disciplines. Its nearly 7,000 members are affiliated with educational institutions, health agencies, private industry, and government. Members are researchers, teachers, extension service personnel, administrators, marketing representatives, research technicians, consultants, students, and hobbyists.
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Kelly Hamby, assistant professor and Extension specialist in the Department of Entomology, University of Maryland, conducts a horticultural crop tour hosted by the Western Maryland Research and Education Center. The educational meeting gave fruit and vegetable producers a look at several of the ongoing projects at the research facility located in Washington County, MD, as well as the opportunity to interact with University of Maryland researchers and Extension specialists.
Kelly Hamby (foreground) works on a lygus bioassay with a University of Maryland student.
Kelly Hamby works in a University of Maryland research field, a young raspberry planting "where we are deploying spray card to evaluate spray coverage."


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Merko completes design and construction work on the second phase of Sillamäe piping and bore wells
The design and construction project for the city of Sillamäe's water mains and bore wells will ensure that residents have access to drinking water of the required quality. As part of the second phase of the project, AS Merko Infra renovated and built 11 km of water piping and close to 12 km of sewerage pipes. In addition, two pump stations were rebuilt and one water treatment station was improved.
"The modernization of Sillamäe's water and sewerage system will ensure that drinking water meets the requirements and is much better in quality than it used to be. As a result of the work performed, leakage along the pipelines has also been minimized and thanks to more efficient waste water treatment process, the pollution load of the effluent routed into the Gulf of Finland has been reduced," said AS Sillamäe Veevärk director Viktor Rodkin.
"In the second phase, we designed, renovated and built a total of 11.4 km of water piping, 10.3 km of downstream sewerage piping and 1.4 km of pressurized sewerage pipe. We also renovated two bore well pumping stations and improved one water treatment station. For the purpose of improving water quality, ultraviolet light (UV) equipment were installed in the central and micro-pump station and in the bore well pump station no. 8. Disinfection of water using UV radiation consists of exposure of any micro-organisms in the water to the required UV radiation dose," said AS Merko Infra project manager Kalev Luiga.
The work in the first phase of the Sillamäe water and sewerage piping was performed from 2010-2012, also by Merko. In the course of this phase, 11 km of water piping and 15 km of sewerage piping was installed, along with 11 bore well pumping stations, two waste water pump stations, two level 2 pumps and one water treatment station.


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For ease of discussion, Section 3, and for accuracy testing in Section 4, we assume that,, and are smooth on the closure of, and are smooth on and, but they may be discontinuous across the interface. However,,, and are kept to be Lipschitz continuous. We assume that there is a Lipschitz continuous and piecewise smooth level-set function on, where,, and. A unit vector can be obtained on, which is a unit normal vector of at pointing from to.
In this paper, we restrict ourselves to a cube cell domain in 3D space, and is a matrix that is uniformly elliptic in each subdomain. Given positive integers,, and, set,, and. We define a uniform Cartesian grid for, and. Each is called a grid point. For the case,, or, a grid point is called a boundary point, otherwise it is called an interior point. The grid size is defined as.
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We cut every cube cell region into six tetrahedron regions. Collecting all those tetrahedron regions, we obtain a uniform tetrahedralization ; see Figure 2.
If, we count the grid point as in ; otherwise we count it as in. We call an edge (an edge of a tetrahedron in the tetrahedralization) an interface edge if two of its ends (vertices of tetrahedrons in the tetrahedralization) belong to different subdomains; otherwise we call it a regular edge.
We call a cell an interface cell if its vertices belong to different subdomains. In the interface cell, we write. and are separated by a plane segment, denoted by. There are two kinds of plane segment; see Figure 3. The vertices of the plane segment are located on the interface, and their locations can be calculated from the linear interpolations of the discrete level-set functions. The vertices of are located in and the vertices of are located in. and are approximations of the regions of and, respectively. We call a cell a regular cell if all its vertices belong to the same subdomain, either or. For a regular cell, we also write, where (empty set) if all vertices of are in and if all vertices of are in. Clearly in a regular cell, and and are approximations of the regions and, respectively. We use and to represent the volumes of and, respectively.
Two extension operators are needed. The first one is. For any, is a standard continuous piecewise linear function, which is a linear function in every tetrahedron cell and matches on grid points. Clearly such a function set, denoted by, is a finite dimensional subspace of. The second extension operator is constructed as follows. For any with at boundary points, is a piecewise linear function and matches on grid points. It is a linear function in each regular cell, just like the first extension operator in a regular cell. In each interface cell, it consists of two pieces of linear functions, one is on and the other is on. The location of its discontinuity in the interface cell is the plane segment. Note that the vertices of the plane segment are located on the interface, and hence the interface condition is enforced exactly at the vertices of. In each interface cell, the interface condition is enforced with the value at the barycenter of for Case 1 and at the points labeled "9" and "10" in Figure 3 for Case 2. Clearly such a function is not continuous in general, and neither is the set of such functions a linear space. We denote the set of such functions as, which should be thought as an approximation of the solution class (see (7)) plus the restriction of. Similar versions of such extension can be found in the literature [16, 34]. In Case 1, the number of unknowns matches with the number of the equations and the extension is unique. In Case 2, the local construction problem is solved in a least square sense. The values of the points on the interface can be represented as a linear combination of a constant and the 8 unknown value of the vertices on the tetrahedron cell.
We propose the following method.
Method 4. Find a discrete function such that on boundary points and so that for all, we have Note that on the boundary is the same as on the boundary.
Since our solution bases and test function bases are different, the matrix for the linear system generated by Method 4 is not symmetric in the presence of an interface. However, we can prove that it is positive definite under certain assumptions. In all our numerical examples, is positive definite numerically.
Theorem 5. If is continuous and positive definite, then the matrix for the linear system generated by Method 4 is positive definite.
Proof. For vector we have Here we can choose specific jump conditions since changing, will not affect the matrix. In this case we have since So if is positive definite, then, for all. Therefore, which implies. Thus, is positive definite.
In some applications, the matrix is only semipositive definite with zero determinant. The previous Theorem does not apply. We prove later that when the matrix is of certain form that frequently appeared in applications and semipositive definite, the matrix generated by our method is still positive definite.
Theorem 6. If, and,,, and, then the matrix for the linear system generated by Method 4 is positive definite.
Proof. Suppose for a contradiction that is not positive definite. Then there is a vector and such that. Let
Since for all,
So if and only if,, and. Then, for all.
However, implies that.
Since, without loss of generality, we assume that. If we choose point such that and,, then, a contradiction.
Therefore for all ; thus, is positive definite.
Remark 7. A positive definite matrix has positive determinant and is therefore invertible. It also has an factorization where and, and are lower triangular. The linear system can be solved efficiently.
4. Numerical Experiments
Consider the problem on the paralle lepiped domain. is an interface and prescribed by the zero level-set of a level-set function. The unit normal vector of is pointing from to.
In all numerical experiments later, the level-set function, the coefficients,, and, and the solutions, are given. Hence is obtained as a proper Dirichlet boundary condition, since the solutions are given.
All errors in solutions are measured in the norm in the whole domain.
We present three numerical examples to demonstrate the effectiveness of our method.
Example 1. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in Example 1 are given as follows:
Table 1 shows the error on different grids. The numerical result shows second-order accuracy in the norm for the solution. Table 2 includes the condition number, which grows with order, the same as the case without interface.
Example 2. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in Example 2 are given as follows:
Table 3 shows the error on different grids. The numerical result shows more than 1.5th order accuracy in the norm for the solution. The degeneracy is due to the poor regularity of the solution.
Example 3. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in Example 3 are given as follows:
Table 4 shows the error on different grids. The numerical result shows second-order accuracy in the norm for the solution. This type of examples is also presented in [22, 27] in two dimensions. The coefficient matrices for the PDE meet the assumption in Theorem 6.
Example 4. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in Example 4 are given as follows:
Table 5 shows the error on different grids. The numerical result shows second-order accuracy in the norm for the solution. Compared with Example 3, the difference is that we have variable coefficient matrices of the same structure as those constant coefficient matrices in Example 3.
Example 5. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in Example 5 are given as follows:
Table 6 shows the error on different grids. The numerical result shows second-order accuracy in the norm for the solution. Compared with Example 4, the difference is that we used general variable coefficient matrices without the special structure in Example 4 to demonstrate that our method can handle more general problems.
Example 6. The level-set function, the coefficients,,, and, and the solution, in this example are given as follows:
When it is grids, we get the result of Table 7. When it is grids, we get the result of Table 8. We plot the condition number versus the ratio between and for 11-by-11-by-11 grid in Figure 4 and 22-by-22-by-22 grid in Figure 5. The correlation coefficients for 11-by-11-by-11, 22-by-22-by-22 grids are 0.999990 and 0.999987, which are clearly linear relations.
In this paper, we modified the


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1. Ger. Hist.the upper house of the parliament during the period of the Second Reich and the Weimar Republic.
2. Hist.the legislature or parliament in the Austrian division of Austria-Hungary. Also,Reichs'rath".
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-o test4 host%./test4 the song is 210 seconds long and was made in 2004 the song is 256 seconds long and was made in 1992 the song is 223 seconds long and was made in 1997 host%
The value of a variable can change as a program runs. By contrast, a constant is assigned a value once in the declaration, and that value can't change until the program is restarted.
const float goldenRatio = 1.618; const int daysInWeek = 7;
You can have a constant version of any of the standard C variable types. The only trick is that you have to supply a value when you create the variable.
We could spend a lot of time on enums, but in the spirit of focusing on the relevance to Cocoa, we're going to make this really, really simple.
Here's an enum from Cocoa's NSString class which defines text search options:
enum { NSCaseInsensitiveSearch = 1, NSLiteralSearch = 2, NSBackwardsSearch = 4, NSAnchoredSearch = 8, NSNumericSearch = 64 };
Apple uses enums in Cocoa to group a series of related constants. This is often used as a way to set a "mode" for a particular function. The values of the constants don't really matter, just the name.
Here's an example of an enum in use. Don't worry about understanding what this code does, just focus on how the enum is being used:
[string compare:anotherString options:NSCaseInsensitiveSearch]; [string compare:anotherString options:NSLiteralSearch];
The stdio.h file included in every example is a header file for part of the standard C library. A library is a collection of reusable code. It can define things like functions, structs, constants and enums.
There are thousands of third party C libraries available. Some are free and come with.c source files. Others require a fee and provide header files and documentation but no source code.
Library Diagram
To use a third party library, you have to compile and "link" to it. For example, if I wanted to write a C program that could talk to a MySQL database, I could link to the libmysql library and include its headers in my program.
When you use code created by others, it's important to know what the terms of use are. Some licenses, for example, may require you that share all of the source code for your application.
If you're feeling adventurous, take a look in /usr/include, which is a standard place for C header files.
Final Example
Here's a final program that uses almost all of the concepts from this tutorial. You need to have the following files from before:
math_functions.h - math function declaration
math_functions.c - math function implementations
song.h - Song struct and related function declarations
song.c - implementation of the Song functions
Paste the contents of this example into a file called final.c
_TAG_ _TAG_ "math_functions.h" _TAG_ "song.h" main () { const int numberOfSongs = 3; printf ("total number of songs will be: %i\n", numberOfSongs); int i; for (i = 0; i < numberOfSongs; i++) { printf ("loop trip %i ", i); } printf ("\n"); Song song1 = make_song (223, 1998); Song song2 = make_song (303, 2004); Song song3 = { 315, 1992 }; display_song (song3); int combinedLength = sum (song1.lengthInSeconds, song2.lengthInSeconds); printf ("combined length of song1 and song2 is %i\n", combinedLength); float x = (float) song1.lengthInSeconds; float y = (float) song2.lengthInSeconds; float z = (float) song3.lengthInSeconds; float averageLength; averageLength = average (x, y, z); printf ("average length is: %f as a float ", averageLength); printf ("and %i as an int\n", (int) averageLength); }
This example may look complex, but it's just repetition of the same concepts. If there's anything here that doesn't make sense, go back and read the previous sections.
Compile the Example
Make sure you have the four files previously mentioned plus final.c, all in the same directory. Switch to Terminal and change to the directory which contains the files. Enter the command gcc final.c song.c math_functions.c -o final.
Type./final to run the program
host% gcc final.c song.c math_functions.c -o final host%./final total number of songs will be: 3 loop trip 0 loop trip 1 loop trip 2 the song is 223 seconds long and was made in 1998 the song is 303 seconds long and was made in 2004 the song is 315 seconds long and was made in 1992 combined length of song1 and song2 is 526 average length is: 280.333344 as a float and 280 as an int
Wrap Up
We've covered a lot of ground in a relatively small amount of space. If you understand the code in the final example, you should be ready to start learning the basics of Objective-C and Cocoa.
As you do more programming, you'll need to look into some more advanced topics such as pointers and memory management. Some starting points for those are listed below.
Theocacao: C Memory and Arrays
Theocacao: C Pointers and Dynamic Memory
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opinions of civilization in countries
Talk about things you know
In ancient China, people believe what civilized behavior is, what kind of behavior is uncivilized;In foreign countries, how people look at this civilization?
China are renowned for their "ancient civilization", "polite and civilized country," with the world. Courtesy of civilization, focusing on performance. 3 main areas: 1, to speak of civilization; Second, modest,humility; III dignified manner.
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Book that:Respect for others, it is necessary to equal treatment, regardless of high or low grades,same.If only the upper classes to offer its CLARK to check financial potential in order to pay interest, and in fact for small."The Analects of Confucius Zi Han" contains: Confucius seen wearing mourning, Wearing the hat and the Blind.Each other, even if these young people, must stand up Confucius.Others have been before the trip, we quickly came to show respect.King's method of the ancients, but also a place to learn.Must respect the wishes of others, understanding other people's needs and taboos, not imposing.Do not ask others not to do, do not force others to accept things that do not like.The ancients said: "do not want to own, not to impose on people (Note:" The Analects of Confucius Yen-Yuan ")," This is what I meant.
Apr. 15, 2009
Did not pay tribute to is a courtesy greetings,commonly used in people who have known social occasions in the greeting dad told me Social occasions,People tend to pay tribute to the use of wave Bow to pay tribute to Hat compliments Friendly form to express meaning. If the voice greeting Will be appointed as the phenomenon is uncivilized.
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Video: A Conversation with Amiri Baraka
During the Civil Rights Movement these two men were fighting to put an end to the practices of discrimination. While Amiri Baraka did it from New York, Sala Udin did it from Holmes County, Mississippi and Pittsburgh.
Baraka founded the Black Arts Movement, which advocated independent black writing, publishing, and artistic institutions. In 1966 he set up the Spirit House Players, which produced, among other works, two of his plays against police brutality. Then Sala Udin—a man who, among other things, fought for starting Black Studies at the University of Pittsburgh—used to take young people to those performances. Many of these people went back to change their cities, inspired by the work of "the father of the Black Arts Movement," as Baraka is known.
Almost fives decades later, in June 2011, it was Baraka who came to Pittsburgh to read at the poetry event that Cave Canem and City of Asylum/Pittsburgh hosted on the North Side. Sala Udin, a former Pittsburgh City Councilman, sat down with him to discuss politics, the future of black art, and the consequences of making political art in America. Their lively conversation is sprinkled with personal memories, sharp political commentary, and humor.
Because it is a unique opportunity to have two figures of the Civil Rights Movement in the same room to talk about that period and their lives afterward, Sampsonia Way presents this interview unedited and uncut.
Read the interview, A Conversation with Amiri Baraka, in the current issue of Sampsonia Way.


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San Fratello
Comune di San Fratello
San Fratello and Filicudi island
San Fratello and Filicudi island
San Fratello is located in Italy
San Fratello
San Fratello
Location of San Fratello in Italy
Coordinates: 38°1′N 14°36′E / 38.017°N 14.600°E / 38.017; 14.600Coordinates: 38°1′N 14°36′E / 38.017°N 14.600°E / 38.017; 14.600
Country Italy
Region Sicily
Province Province of Messina (ME)
 - Mayor Giuseppe Ricca
 - Total 67.1 km2 (25.9 sq mi)
Population (Dec. 2012)
 - Total 3,854
 - Density 57/km2 (150/sq mi)
Time zone CET (UTC+1)
 - Summer (DST) CEST (UTC+2)
Postal code 98075
Dialing code 0941
San Fratello (Gallo-Italic: San Frareau, Sicilian: Santu Frateddu, Greek and Latin: Apollonia,[1] Medieval Latin Castrum S. Philadelphi), formerly San Filadelfio, is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Messina in the Italian region Sicily, located about 110 kilometres (68 mi) east of Palermo and about 90 kilometres (56 mi) west of Messina. San Fratello borders the following municipalities: Acquedolci, Alcara li Fusi, Caronia, Cesarò, Militello Rosmarino, Sant'Agata di Militello.
Its peak of population was in 1921, with 10,094. In the following decade, it lost nearly 20 percent of its population, as people migrated for work to cities and to other countries, such as the United States. As of 31 December 2012, it had a population of 3,854 and an area of 67.1 square kilometres (25.9 sq mi).[2]
The name of San Fratello derives from three pious brothers Alfio, Cirino and Filadelfio. In their honour 10 May of every year is kept a festivity. The village was founded in the 11th century by Adelaide del Vasto, the wife of Roger I, a noble of present-day French Normandy who conquered Sicily. She came to Sicily together with colonists.[3] They introduced their Gallo-Italic dialect, which is still spoken in the village. San Fratello is one of the so-called Oppida Lombardorum of Sicily, settlements established by the Lombards. In addition to their language, they brought Latin Christianity, which gradually replaced the Greek Byzantine religion and Islam.
The territory of the comune is part of the Nebrodi mountains and has had two major landslides of record. The first was in 1754, and a second large one occurred in 1922. On 1–2 October 2009, the province of Messina suffered devastating, widespread mudslides after a sudden heavy rainstorm; scores of residents died.
In February 2010, after a period of large amounts of rain in the Messina region, as a safety precaution, officials evacuated one-third of the population by 14 February. An extensive landslide soon after caused damage to homes in San Fratello and the region.
Demographic evolution[edit]
In the early twentieth century, many people emigrated from Sicily, especially to the United States, for work and other opportunities. From its peak population of 10,094 in 1921, San Fratello lost nearly 20 percent of its population in the next decade. Decline has continued in the rural area as people go to cities to work.
Notable people[edit]
 - Benedict the Moor, was born to African slave parents and freed at birth by their master; the boy grew up here and joined a Franciscan hermitage. He later joined a friary in Palermo. He became known for his exemplary life and was canonized as an Italian saint in 1807. He has been internationally venerated in the Catholic and Lutheran churches.
 - Al Pacino, a 20th–21st century United States actor, is a descendant through his paternal line of immigrants from San Fratello.
 - Bettino Craxi, Italian politician, the first Socialist President of the Council of Ministers of Italy (1983 to 1987).
See also[edit]
 3. ^ Lombard colonists came from the Piedmont and Liguria regions in northern Italy, and from Provence in France, who became known as the Lombards, associated with the Norman conquest of Sicily.


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概要 As a basic cell of arithmetic circuits, a one-bit full adder and a counter are usually used. Minimizing power consumption of these components is a key issue for low-power circuit design. This paper pr...oposes a new design method, in which basic cells are selected from a set of circuits with different structures (symmetrical and asymmetrical) and connections to their terminals are exchanged, according to input-patterns to minimize power consumption. Experimental results for a parallel multiplier demonstrate average 30% power reduction.続きを見る
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