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Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses
The Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-50) established an annual government-wide goal of not less than 3% of the total value of all prime contract and subcontract awards for participation by small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans.
On December 16, 2003, the Veterans Benefits Act of 2003 (Public Law 108-183) was passed by Congress. Section 308 of the Act (Public Law 108-183) established a procurement program for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBC). This procurement program provides that federal contracting officers may restrict competition to SDVOSBCs and award a sole source or set-aside contract where certain criteria are met.
The Small Business Administration has issued an interim final rule, establishing a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern Program. This program establishes the criteria to be used in federal contracting to determine service-disabled veteran status; business ownership and control requirements; guidelines for establishing sole source and set-aside procurement opportunities; and protest and appeal procedures for SDVOSBC procurements.
Purpose of the SDVOSBC Program
The purpose of the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concern Procurement Program is to provide procuring agencies with the authority to set acquisitions aside for exclusive competition among service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns, as well as the authority to make sole source awards to service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns if certain conditions are met. (See Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 13 C.F.R. § 125.8-125.10).
In order to be eligible for the SDVOSBC, you and your business must meet the following criteria:
The Service Disabled Veteran (SDV) must have a service-connected disability that has been determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs or Department of Defense
The SDVOSBC must be small under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code assigned to the procurement
The SDV must unconditionally own 51% of the SDVOSBC
The SDVO must control the management and daily operations of the SDVOSBC
The SDV must hold the highest officer position in the SDVOSBC
SDVO Business Control
To be an eligible SDVOSBC the following must be met:
The management and daily business operations of the concern must be controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans.
Control by one or more service-disabled veterans means that both the long-term decision making and the day-to-day management and administration of the business operations must be conducted by one or more service-disabled veterans
The management and daily business operations of which are controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans or, in the case of a service-disabled veterans or, in the case of a service-disabled veteran with permanent and severe disability, the spouse of permanent caregiver of such veteran
Service-disabled veteran means a veteran with a disability that is service-connected.
Ownership must be direct. Ownership by one or more service disabled veterans must be direct ownership.
A concern owned principally by another business entity that is in turn owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans does not meet this requirement.
Set Aside Requirements and Exemptions
This section serves as information for both a SDVOSBC as well as a contracting officer representing a SDVOSBC in bidding for a government contract.
A Contracting Officer (CO) may set-aside requirements if:
The requirement is not exempted from SDVO contracting, the CO considers setting aside the requirement for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVO SBC participation before considering setting aside the requirement as a small business set-aside.
There is a reasonable expectation that at least two responsible SDVO SBC will submit offers; and
The award can be made at a fair market price.
A contracting activity may not make a requirement available for a SDVO contract if and be exempted if:
The requirement would be fulfilled through the award of Federal Prison Industries, Inc. or Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act participating non-profit agencies for the blind and severely disabled.
The requirement is currently being performed by an 8(a) participant or SBA has accepted that requirement for performance under the authority of the Section 8(a) Program.
Sole Source Contracts
A CO may award a sole source contract if:
If the requirement is not exempted from SDVO contracting and cannot be set-aside.
The CO does not have a reasonable expectation that at least two responsible SDVO SBCs will submit offers.
The anticipated award price of the contract, including options, will not exceed:
$5.0M for manufacturing requirements
$3.0M for all other requirements
Award can be made at a fair market price.
Simplified Acquisition Threshold
If the requirement is at or below the simplified acquisition threshold, the CO may set-aside the requirement for consideration among SDVOSBCs using simplified acquisition procedures or may award a sole source contract to a SDVOSBC. A sole source award is only permissible where there is only one SDVO SBC that perform the contract in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations § 19.406 (a)(3).
Additional Contract Requirements
There are some limitations on subcontracting that a SDVO SBC Prime or Sub-contractor can subcontract for:
Services Contracts (Except Construction):
50% of the contract performance incurred for SDVO SBC personnel
Supply Contract:
50% of the cost of manufacturing the supplies
General Construction:
15% of the contract performance incurred for SDVO SBC personnel
Construction by Special Trade:
25% of the contract performance incurred for SDVO SBC personnel
Executive Order 13360
Executive Order 13360 signed in October 2004, requires each agency to:
Develop a strategy to significantly increase its contracting and subcontracting with small businesses owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans;
Designate a senior-level official to be responsible for developing and implementing the agency's strategy; and
Report its progress annually to the SBA.
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Nebraska fans checking out airfare for a trip to the Rose Bowl had better not book nonrefundable tickets just yet.
Not with what Wisconsin is doing.
UW locked up its second straight trip to the Big Ten championship game with Saturday's 62-14 mauling of Indiana. The Badgers won't win the Leaders Division outright — Ohio State already has clinched a share — but they will go to Indianapolis on Dec. 1 because of the Buckeyes' NCAA sanctions.
Wisconsin (7-3, 4-2) was Team Turmoil in September.
After a sluggish opening win against Northern Iowa and a loss at Oregon State, coach Bret Bielema fired offensive line coach Mike Markuson. Then he changed quarterbacks at halftime of the next game, a lucky victory against Utah State.
What may have looked like panic at the time now is viewed as a coach assessing a weakness and taking bold steps to fix it in time to still contend for a league title.
Bielema and his mentor, Wisconsin Athletic Director Barry Alvarez, shared a big hug on the sideline near the end of the Indiana stomping. They sense a third straight Rose Bowl trip is within reach.
"The record may not be as high as it's been in years past and our ranking and all that jazz," Bielema said. "But we are a really good football team."
Sometimes you can tell how good a team is by who it lost to and by how much.
Case in point: UW's losses are by three points at No. 15 Oregon State (7-2), three points at No. 16 Nebraska (8-2), and three points in overtime at home against preseason Big Ten favorite Michigan State (5-5).
What should worry No. 6 Ohio State, which travels to Wisconsin this week, and whoever the Badgers face in the Big Ten title game is their reconstituted rushing attack.
UW ran for a school-record 564 yards against Indiana, breaking the old mark of 551 set 38 years ago against Northwestern.
Since changing line coaches and quarterbacks, Wisconsin has gone from averaging 119.7 yards rushing per game to 262.1, moving to 17th nationally.
The running revival has a Nebraska connection.
Omaha native Bart Miller, who started the season as a graduate assistant, took over as offensive line coach when Markuson was fired.
"Bart grew up on the Huskers of old that we knew with Tom Osborne and Milt Tenopir," his father and Nebraska graduate, Clark, said Sunday from Elk Grove Village, Ill.
Bart, 27, lived in Omaha to age 15 before the family moved to Chicago in 2000 for Clark's work as an architect with HDR. Bart played youth football under former Husker running back Tim Wurth and was on the freshman team at Omaha Westside. He later played collegiately at New Mexico.
Bielema said he wouldn't have promoted Miller during the season if he wasn't confident he could do the job.
"He's definitely got the respect of his players in the room," Bielema said. "Just because they put 'Coach' on your shirt doesn't mean they're going to respect you. You've got to earn that. I really like the way he has handled it."
The Badgers also like the way Miller has helped Wisconsin return to its DNA — a smash-mouth run game.
Indiana found out the hard way Saturday when Montee Ball rushed for 198 yards and three touchdowns, and James White added 161 yards and two touchdowns.
"We do certain things here at Wisconsin," Bielema said. "We like to play football in other peoples' yard, meaning we like to move the line of scrimmage past where we started and have backs make decisions on their own terms.
"Bart brought that back, just knocking people off the ball. Pass-pro wise, he cleaned up some of our techniques."
Better communication also helped.
"Bart has cleaned up the verbiage of offensive line play really well," Bielema said. "If you get beat and you know what you're doing, that's one thing. But if you're unaware of your role, we've got issues."
Bielema hasn't promised the job to Miller for good.
"We'll take that whole thing under consideration at the end of the year," the head coach said. "But he has given me every indication he can handle the job. I really like the results we've seen on a daily basis."
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A report released by Friends of the Earth Netherlands finds that Cameroon-based company Cana Bois has been illegally logging timber on a large scale for the European market.
Friends of the Earth Netherlands, France and Cameroon examined the prohibited logging practices of Cana Bois, finding that the company has been logging illegally with the knowledge of local authorities since 2007. The plundered forest reserve is part of the Atlantic Equatorial Coastal Forests ecoregion and is home to a high variety of plant an animal species. In addition to logging, researchers found evidence of poaching in the area.
A law to end trade in illegally logged timber in the EU has been under way since 2003. In order to speed up the process, 27 USB sticks containing a spoken version of the report has been given to the Dutch Minister for Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality Verburg for the purpose of distribution to her fellow ministers at the next Agricultural Council on 22 and 23 June.
Anne van Schaik, campaign leader for Milieudefensie says, "this is yet another case of illegal logging and related trade to Europe. Since 2003 the European Union talks about solutions to this problem, but there is still no European legislation to stop trade in illegal timber. In the meantime, the looting of forests continues and the criminal trade in illegally harvested timber flourishes. This comes at the expense of companies that practise sustainable forest management."
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The international beer tasting will take place in the alley and will feature 20 beers, from 10 countries. Main Street will remain open. Tickets for the International Beer tasting are $25 in advance and $30 at the door, with limited tickets available. Tickets may be purchased at www.sistercitiestn.org. Music and dance from India, Mexico, Ireland, Tibet, Canada, Persia, France, Americana and West Africa will be highlighted on both stages.
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Daniel B. Polley, Ph.D.
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Dr. Daniel Polley is a principal investigator with the Eaton-Peabody Laboratories at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear, where the focus of his research is on functional rewiring of brain regions that process sound. Dr. Polley received a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Richmond (1996), a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine (2001) and completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (2005). Dr. Polley was an Assistant Professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine before joining Massachusetts Eye and Ear in 2010.
Research Interests: Research in the Neural Plasticity group focuses on the mechanisms and therapeutic potential of auditory brain plasticity. Brain plasticity (or neuroplasticity) is the science of brain change. Of all the organs in our body, the brain possesses a unique capacity to change its basic composition in response to our experiences, be they catastrophic, such as injury, or subtle and natural, such as infant learning. This remarkable plasticity is offset by an equally remarkable capacity for maintaining constancy in the face of a fluctuating and unpredictable sensory world. How do brain circuits maintain this critical balance between plasticity and stability? Can the brain's ability to change itself be harnessed and directed for therapeutic benefit?
We believe this class of study will contribute towards a richer understanding of normal function, but might also hold the key for remediating abnormal auditory signal processing following a history of compromised hearing or deafness in early life. As with any communicative system, hearing arises through the interaction of an emitter (the cochlea) and a receiver (the central auditory system). In the context of hearing loss, a great deal of work is directed towards improving or reinstating outgoing signals from the emitter through amplification devices, cochlear implants and even hair cell replacement. Far less is known about the flip side of the coin: whether additional recovery of function might be possible by "tuning up" the receiver. A major goal for our group is to understand how brain plasticity can be utilized to improve auditory sensitivity and acuity in individuals with subnormal hearing.


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The $240 million project to extend the Joondalup Line to Butler began with the passing by State Parliament of the Butler to Brighton Railway Bill 2010.Extending approximately 7.5km north of the existing Clarkson Station, the new park 'n' ride train and bus station in the suburb of Butler will provide a valuable service to Perth's rapidly growing north-west suburbs.
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One of a Kind – Ken's place is so much more than a bookstore. It's a cultural center for the city. There's so much to take in there. If you haven't been, treat yourself, and take some time to enjoy it. The staff is great too, very helpful, and none more so than Ken himself. In my experience, some business owners who deal in rarities and antiquities can be a little cold to deal with, particularly if you are not in the position to spend a lot. I've been a customer of Ken's for years, and one of the things I appreciate the most is that even when I had no money Ken still treated me well, answered my questions, and fostered my interests in literature, history and the arts. As Salt Lake - like the rest of the country- melts more and more into the United States of Generica, we are fortunate to have something as unique and authentic as Ken Sanders Bookstore.
best used bookstore in utah... – best used bookstore in utah, barnone...extremely helpful staff, great selection, super prices. i have been shopping here for over three years and even though i have moved about 45 minutes away, i often make the trip to downtown salt lake just to go shopping here. i frequently find books i am searching for in stock at three to six dollars each. it has been perfect for me to buy most of the books that i need for the book club i host and i always recommend this store to all my friends and colleagues. thank you ken sanders!
Unique – Ken Sanders Rare Books is a store of a vanishing breed: independant, well stocked, and populated by first class customers and employees that not only know what they are supposed to, but are fellow bibliophiles themselves. If they don't have it in stock, they'll get it for you. No trip to SLC is complete without a stop at Ken's.
Very high prices and terrible customer service! – Ken Sanders means well but he's out of sync with the rest of the world. His prices are ridiculous. I went in his store with my grandmother and we were flabergasted. His prices were in the $1000's for some items. The store itself is creepy. Ken mills around with his long beard which extends to his naval. The two men working the computers at the front desk don't look much better. This is just another typical "sky high" downtown business where prices are high and customer service is bad. AVOID THIS STORE!
Browse through a staggering collection of new and used titles at this friendly, wide-aisled shop. – The Scene
Ken Sanders is widely regarded for the breadth and depth of his knowledge. Now 47, he's been collecting since 1964, when he began his career as a teenage clerk at the long-defunct Central Book Exchange in Sugarhouse, Even then, he says, he was drawn to rare and odd books, as well as tomes on philosophy and the West.
His store, which he opened as a retail operation a few years ago after concentrating for several years on catalog sales, has some 75,000 volumes to peruse. He's constantly buying, trading, and selling to refine his stock.
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As for the line issue. I personally like scratchy lines, I mean, the type that are a slight bit unclean, but not too all over the place to where it's horrible...it's just grown on me over the years, I don't really like turbo clean lineart...at least in my art.
But thanks man.
HERE, is a new one...oh god it was horrible. I took an old sketch I was initially NEVER going to finish, and decided to work on it. It took hours, and hours, and hours, due to the mutated anatomy, so I had to figure out what values went where, and tried my hardest.
Wall of text aside. Here is the result.
I know I messed up a few spots. Crits on the value placement though?
You can't see the text, I did that on purpose. It says "The dark isn't so bad...once you get to know it". Hinting that a fking huge demon grew out the dudes head lol.
Even more.
This one is a lame practice attempt at making a Soviet...I didn't do a good figure, so I erased most of the body, resulting in a steaming pile of gray crap.
This is a commision for my aunt. She's throwing a party and wanted my art on the fliers, so here's what I did.
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Big Lake Celebrates Graduates of 1,000 Books Program
The Big Lake Public Library has celebrated its second graduating class of the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. As the name suggests, each student in the program has the goal of reading or listening to 1,000 books before entering kindergarten. That level of exposure to books and stories provides children with a big step up in reading readiness as they enter kindergarten. Read more »
Little Readers Graduate From Big Lake's 1,000 Books Program
Big Lake Public Library recently celebrated its first 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten graduation and six children participated. Three of the six completed all 1,000 books. After marching in to the music of "Pomp and Circumstance" wearing their graduation hats, each child was presented with a diploma, a goody bag and a balloon. Read more »


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Nancy A Nussmeier, MD
Current Appointments
- Professor of Anesthesiology
Hospital Campus
- Downtown
Clinical Section Affiliations
- Anesthesiology: Cardiac Anesthesia
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Research Programs and Affiliations
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Upstate University Hospital - Downtown Campus
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Education & Fellowships
- Fellowship: Emory University Hospital, 1983, Cardiothoracic anesthesia
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1982, Anesthesia
- Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1980, Surgery
- MD: Indiana University School of Medicine, 1979
Previous Appointments
- University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 1991–1992
- Baylor College of Medicine, 2004–2006
- St. Lukes Hospital, 1983–1984
- University of Texas Health Science Center, 1983–1984
- University of California at San Francisco, 1985–1991
- University of California at San Francisco, 1993–1999
- University of Texas Medical School at Houston, 1999–2006
Clinical Interests
- How to protect the brain during cardiac surgery; gender-related outcomes after cardiac surgery; investigation of novel drugs for the treatment of pain after cardiac and thoracic surgery, as well as anesthetic management for people with severe heart failure.
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- Stroke after cardiac surgery, cerebral protection during cardiac surgery, gender-related surgical outcomes
Specialties & Certification
- Anesthesiology
- Cardiac Anesthesia & Peri-Operative TEE
- Adults
- Adult Anesthesiology
- Cardiac Anesthesiology
- General Anesthesia for Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration, and Spinal Tap Procedures
- General Anesthesia for Dental Procedures
- General Anesthesia for Radiographic Procedures (MRI, CT Scan, Interventional Radiology, Nuclear Medicine)
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- Medical Society of The State of New York
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I've read a bunch of posts on preparing an Iphone 3g for sale, but still don't have a clear understanding of what to do. I think my situation is a little different do to the mods. Could someone let me know the best way to go about preparing an Iphone 3G for sale with the follow setup.
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First Term At Malory Towers
Twelve-year-old Darrell Rivers is about to go to boarding school for the first time, and her new school is Malory Towers in Cornwall, which makes her even more excited. When she boards the school train, she notices that the two other new girls in her form and house are not easy to be friends with. There is Gwendoline Lacey, a spoiled only child who has never been to school before and only ever had a governess. The other new girl, Sally Hope, is un...
In The Fifth At Malory Towers
Darrell, Sally, Alicia and all of their friends are now in the Fifth form at Malory Towers. They look forward to being in Miss James' class but also find out that fierce Moira Linton, the old fifth form head has been left down with Catherine Gray, a saintly but very silly girl. This makes the new fifth formers uncomfortable. Even worse is the new girl in their form, Maureen Little. Hilariously she has exactly the same character as Gwendoline, and the two...
Second Form At Malory Towers
Four terms after her first term, Darrell Rivers returns to Malory Towers as a second-former. She and her friend Sally Hope are eager to find out what is in store for them in their new year, in particular the new head of the form. As soon as they arrive, their housemistress tells them to look after two new girls, the subdued and harried-looking scholarship girl Ellen Wilson, and the scatter-brained but extremely talented artist Belinda Morris. Gwendoline ...
The Naughtiest Girl Again
Elizabeth Allen returns to Whyteleafe School, determined to be the best behaved, rather than the naughtiest girl in the school. But new people and events become the obstacles in her path to becoming a completely reformed child. The new boy in her class, Robert Jones, is sullen, bad-tempered and a bully, whilst Kathleen Peters is argumentative, sulky and selfish. When one of the girls mimics Kathleen arguing with their French teacher, Kathleen wages war o...
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The Naughtiest Girl In The School
Elizabeth Allen is a spoiled and naughty child with rich parents. After trying the patience of her parents and governess, they decide to send her to Whyteleafe School, where the children make their own rules and punished bad behaviour. Elizabeth, who has never been to school before, is angry at being sent to school and vows to be very mischievous in order to get expelled. When Elizabeth first goes to Whyteleafe, she is in for a hard time. After years of...
The Naughtiest Girl Is A Monitor
A guest arrives at Elizabeth Allen's house, who is to be a new pupil at Whyteleafe School. Unfortunately, the snobbish Arabella Buckley and Elizabeth fall out with each other on their first meeting, and become enemies. Elizabeth tries to resolve this issue though, as she has been elected as a monitor at school. On arriving back at Whyteleafe, Elizabeth meets Julian, a lazy but bright boy who is always at the bottom of the class. Two other new children a...
Third Year At Malory Towers
Darrell Rivers is now in the third form, and is returning to Malory Towers for the summer term. On the journey back, Darrell's father picks up a new girl from America who is living in England for a year. Darrell finds Zerelda Brass very strange and different from the other girls she knows; she seems much too grown-up for school at fifteen and has her hair made up very elaborately. Two other new girls arrive at Malory Towers in the third form. There is ho...
Upper Fourth At Malory Towers
Darrell Rivers returns to Malory Towers for her School Certificate term, this time with her twelve-year-old sister Felicity. However she resents another new first-former who takes Felicity under her wing, Alicia's sly cousin June. Felicity seems to like June though, but has another sensible friend in her form. The next day Darrell is made head of the Upper Fourth, of which she is very proud to be. Two twin sisters arrive that day, Connie and Ruth Batten....
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Cellar/Tasting Notes The 2001 Ausone has put on even more weight than I anticipated. The "wine of the vintage," this inky/purple-colored 2001 boasts a provocative, floral perfume of crushed stones, raspberries, blackberries, creme de cassis, licorice, and smoke. What makes it so sensational are the layers of flavor and..
Cellar/Tasting Notes "One of the handful of candidates for wine of the vintage is the 2006 Ausone. In fact, while tasting it, I was thinking, is there any estate in Bordeaux that, since 1998, has made as many legendary wines as proprietor Alain Vauthier has at his beloved Ausone? Boasting an inky/blue/purple color as..


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|Mark S. Klempner, MD
Mark S. Klempner, MD, has been appointed executive vice chancellor for the UMass Biologics Laboratory. Dr. Klempner comes to UMBL from the Boston University School of Medicine, where he was the Conrad Wesselhoeft Professor of Medicine and professor of microbiology. Klempner, who is an associate editor for the New England Journal of Medicine, also served as the first director of the National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories (NEIDL).
"Mark Klempner is an internationally known figure at the intersection of infectious disease research and the development of therapeutics and vaccines," said Chancellor Michael F. Collins. "Not only is he an outstanding scientist whose research has had a real world impact on improving lives, he's clearly a visionary executive who understands how to lead a complex organization with focus, insight, and importantly, measurable effectiveness. Having served on the UMass Biologics Advisory Board, Dr. Klempner already has a keen understanding of UMBL, which will be an asset as he launches a new era in UMBL's rich history dedicated to public health."
From 2003 to 2011, Klempner served as principal investigator of a grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to design and build one of two National Biocontainment Laboratories. Known as the National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories, these laboratories study newly emerging infectious diseases such as hemorrhagic fever viruses and re-emerging diseases such as tuberculosis and influenza. The focus of research is on basic and translational studies leading to improved understanding of the pathogenesis of these agents and development of diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines. In 2011, Klempner stepped down as NEIDL director to become director of the lab's clinical research core.
Klempner's own research includes investigations into the basic molecular biology and pathogenic mechanisms of Lyme disease; patient-based clinical research on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease; and novel molecular methods for detecting, identifying and quantifying microorganisms. He also discovered the inflammatory connections between neutrophils/macrophages and cytokines, leading to therapies for inflammatory disorders.
Additionally, Klempner and colleagues authored the influential paper in the New England Journal of Medicine that demonstrated that excessively long courses of antibiotics were no more effective than placebo for treating persisting symptoms in patients with Lyme disease and that evidence of persisting infection could not be found.
Prior to his appointment at Boston University, Klempner was the Louisa C. Endicott Professor of Medicine and member of the faculty at Tufts University School of Medicine for more than 22 years. While at Tufts, he served in a range of research, teaching and administrative roles, including vice chair for scientific affairs in the department of medicine and chair of the New England Medical Center Research Council.
A graduate of the Cornell University Medical College, Klempner trained at the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Laboratory of Clinical Investigation at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and the National Naval Medical Center. He is a member of the Board of Scientific Counselors for the NIH Clinical Center and has served in a number of advisory roles that include the Governor's Life Sciences Advisory Board, the board of directors and chair of the infectious disease subspecialty board of the American Board of Internal Medicine; president of the Association of Subspecialty Professors and roles on the Scientific Advisory Boards of Eli Lilly, Abbott Labs, Roxbury Community College, the Harvard Center of Excellence in Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
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(NEW YORK) Alice + Olivia's in-store, interactive collection was a whimsical, nonchalant take on flirty dressing. More springtime than snowtime, her Fall/Winter collection was as sweet and multicolored as the candy confections passed around during the show. Tiered dresses, ruffled blouses and colored separates visible through the storefront windows brought some cheer to the chilly window-shoppers outside. But the real showstoppers were her line of Payless shoes--which, for less than $50 a pop, will put you a foot ahead of the pack without costing you an arm and a leg.


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April 10, 2014 — The Lagos Eko Education Project's marked success has led to additional financing to sustain recent achievements and expand the project to additional schools. Read More »
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November 26, 2013 — Southern Nigeria is affected by massive and expanding gully erosion, an advanced form of land degradation. A new project, financed by the World Bank, aims at reducing vulnerability to soil erosion. Read More »
October 3, 2013 — To address Nigeria's enrollment deficiency, the World Bank worked with the government to improve the quality of basic education, especially for girls. Read More »
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Using less compressed air, electricity and water in your drying and spraying operations can lead to significant savings. The right approach and the right device for the application are critical.
Systems that dry, clean, cool, coat and lubricate are easy to overlook as long as they seem to be providing the expected performance. That's because the components in these systems are perceived to be quite simple. After all, if air is coming out holes in pipes and nozzles are spraying, everything is working properly, right? Wrong! Optimizing these operations can save tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars annually by dramatically reducing compressed air, electricity and water consumption.
Let's take a look at two strategies that are relatively easy to implement, eliminate unnecessary profit leaks and improve product and process quality.
Strategy 1: Slash or eliminate compressed air consumption
Most plants use compressed air to dry, cool or move parts. Typically, open pipes or pipes with drilled holes or slits are used. While this approach accomplishes the desired task, compressed air consumption is excessive when compared with alternate approaches. In fact, using air nozzles, air amplifiers or air knives instead of open pipes can reduce air consumption by as much as 92%. In some operations, the use of compressed air can be eliminated completely by using an air knife package powered by a regenerative blower. (An overview of the options and estimated reductions in air consumption is shown in Table I. Refer to Table II for specific cost savings.)
Air nozzles and air knife packages offer benefits in addition to reducing or eliminating the use of compressed air, including:
Air nozzles: versatile, efficient and suitable for many operations…
Air nozzles convert a low-pressure volume of compressed air into a targeted, high-velocity, concentrated air stream, flat fan or curtain of high-impact air. They come in a variety of types, capacities, sizes and materials. In addition, air nozzles can be used with CO2, nitrogen, steam or other compatible gases for special heating and cooling applications.
Air amplifiers: increased intensity and efficiency…
A variable air amplifier is another option when using compressed air. Air amplifiers produce a constant, highvelocity air stream for spot drying, blow-off, exhaust and robotic applications. Efficiency is maximized because additional free air is pulled through the unit along with the compressed air. Air amplifiers deliver higher volumes of air and operate at higher pressures than air nozzles for fast drying and blow-off.
Low-flow air knives: maximum efficiency in small areas…
Low-flow air knives deliver a high velocity, uniform air flow across the entire length of the knife. Drying and blow-off are fast and efficient and minimal air is used.
Designed for small areas, low-flow air knives are typically mounted close to the target. Maximum knife length (or combined length of all knives) is limited to less than 2' (61 cm). Applications that only require one or two air knives can experience significant operating cost reductions by using low-flow models.
Some drying and blow-off operations are well suited to using regenerative blowers and air knives. Using blower air to power an air knife eliminates the need for compressed air and can result in substantial savings—including a reduction in operating costs by 95% or more. Air knife/ regenerative blower packages are rugged/reliable and require infrequent, minimal maintenance. They are ideal for applications that require:
How much can you save?
Any plant with a drying, cooling or blow-off operation can likely experience savings. Table II provides estimated savings for a single operation.
If you currently are using open pipes, reductions in compressed air consumption are possible—and will quickly offset the cost of any new equipment. If you're already using air nozzles, evaluating alternatives such as variable air amplifiers, low-flow air knives or air knife/blower packages is a good idea to see if further savings can be realized.
Strategy 2: Eliminate water waste by optimizing spray operations
Spray nozzles are precision-engineered components designed to deliver very specific performance. And, like all technology, newer, more efficient versions are introduced on a regular basis. Routinely monitoring the nozzles you use and exploring changes in the way you spray can lead to significant reductions in water consumption.
Nozzle wear = wasted water…
Using worn spray nozzles can be extremely wasteful—often going undetected, especially in the early stages, where the signs of wear aren't readily visible. Monitoring nozzles closely and taking the appropriate action can save thousands of gallons (liters) of water per day.
As nozzles wear, their orifices become larger and, at any given pressure, the flow rate will increase. Nozzles that spray over capacity are not only wasting water. Electricity costs will rise due to excess pump operation, chemical consumption will increase and wastewater disposal costs will escalate as well. As shown in Table III, even slight nozzle wear can be extremely wasteful.
Some signs of nozzle wear may be visible. As drop size increases, spray patterns may change or become distorted. If the wear is due to erosion or corrosion, a quick look at the nozzles will reveal the problem.
What to do about nozzle wear…
Consult the accompanying "Spray Nozzle Checklist" sidebar at the end of this article for more pointers.
Consider changing the way you spray…
You may be able to conserve vast amounts of water by making some simple changes to your spray operations. As a starting point, you may want to consider taking these steps.
Consult the experts to maximize benefits
An on-site evaluation of your drying, cleaning, cooling, coating and lubrication operations from your spray nozzle manufacturer is the most expedient and thorough way to identify possible improvements and quantify the resulting savings. Leading manufacturers don't charge for this service and will conduct a comprehensive audit of all your operations in a single visit and provide a written summary report that includes recommended changes. It's a risk-free way to learn more about how to lower energy and water consumption and a valuable service for every processor with spray operations.
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398 Hayes Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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Absinthe Brasserie and Bar Details
Dining Style:
Casual Elegant
(415) 551-1590
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday & Wednesday: 11:30 am to midnight
Thursday & Friday: 11:30 am to midnight (bar open til 2 am)
Saturday: Brunch, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm; 3:00 pm to midnight (bar open til 2 am)
Sunday: Brunch, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm; 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Closed Monday
Payment Options:
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
French, Californian
Executive Chef:
Adam Keough
Dress Code:
Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins:
Additional Details:
Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Please call for more details.
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Absinthe Private Dining, directly adjacent to Absinthe Brasserie & Bar on Hayes near Gough, is designed to function as a completely private dining room with its own private entrance, coat closet, restroom and bar.
The menus at Absinthe Private Dining, created by executive chef Adam Keough and executive pastry chef Bill Corbett, offer classic and contemporary San Francisco brasserie fare for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The private dining menus reflect those in the main dining room at Absinthe, and change frequently, allowing variety and seasonal freshness.
Absinthe Private Dining is available for business meetings, wedding events,
cocktail receptions, birthdays, showers, wine dinners, pre- or post-performance dinners, and holiday parties.
For more information, please contact Vanessa Harris at 415-551-1453 or email email@example.com
Getting there
Cross Street:
Parking Details:
Valet parking available 5:00pm-Close Tuesday-Saturday. Street parking is also available. Public lots located on the corner of Hayes & Franklin and on Grove between Franklin & Gough.
A word from Absinthe Brasserie and Bar
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar is one of the longest-running and most convivial dining institutions in San Francisco's Hayes Valley neighborhood. Located within walking distance of Civic Center and the performing arts centers, the establishment features French and Northern Italian-influenced brasserie
fare for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Absinthe's lively bar offers classic and creative cocktails and late-night dining.
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Our dinner on Saturday night was
wonderful. Best gnocchi I have ever had. Good wine by the glass. Kaitlin, our waitperson was very professional; there when needed but not when not needed. We were taking our time over dinner and there was no pressure to turn the table around. One of our favorite San Francisco restaurants."
Dined on 4/19/2014
everything about this place was
good. we had a nice easter brunch and felt the food was good, but nothing overly special. a nice place to try, especially if you like cocktails!"
Dined on 4/20/2014
We visit San Francisco often and
have been trying to come here each of the past visits. Wound up just having drinks and appetizer food was great. Bar was lively and service was attentive with out being overbearing. I look forward to returning for a proper meal. "
Dined on 4/17/2014
Stopped in for lunch after going
to the De Young. We were seated at a table for two with a lovely semi circle velvet bench type seat. We shared a bottle of wine and the the cheese Seastack, my friend ordered the croque monsieur and I had the portabella mushroom grilled cheese. Loved the pear compote and housemade walnut bread that came with the seastack. Both sandwiches were generous, cheesy and very good. My friend didn't care for the mint that came in her side salad but I ate all of the chips that came with my sandwich! Service was top notch from beginning to end. This was a Thursday afternoon, so no crowds or noise to compete with but am looking forward to going back for drinks and small plates."
Dined on 4/17/2014
The food was delicious - every
dish ordered was delightful. Service was attentive and gracious. Atmosphere was chic and charming. I will return very soon."
Dined on 4/18/2014
It is noisy in here but after a
couple of their delicious, funky cocktails you don't notice! The round booths are romantic and you can do some street/people watching from other tables if you like. The ceviche and pork belly were excellent (wouldn't mind a thicker cut pork belly) and the braised waygu steak was cooked perfectly. Salmon entree with potato crust had a sliced potato crust - nice surprise- and a perfectly sized salad with it. We would like to try everything on the menu at least once!"
Dined on 4/18/2014
What a great find, thanks to Open
Table. Awesome restaurant and the food was superb."
Dined on 4/17/2014
I have been here several times and
I'm never disappointed. "
Dined on 4/16/2014
Absinthe is a great restaurant.
First and foremost is the food--they do a great job and the quantity is just right. I really hate restaurants that provide a trivial amount of food. I'M THERE TO EAT, SO GIVE ME FOOD. At absinthe, they get it--not an excessive amount but certainly one that is ample. Their soups are well prepared, very flavorful and arrive at just the right temperature. The main courses are excellent, well presented, and creative. The same goes for desserts. Service is very attentive, professional (none of that "how are you guys doing" stuff) and there is no hovering. Been there many times and will return many more. "
Dined on 4/15/2014
great drink menu great wine
list innovative and creative brunch/lunch dishes, ours were excellent extremely good and knowledgeable waiter"
Dined on 4/13/2014
I had requested the seat we had a
few months ago and was given that seat - I was so happy. It's just a wonderful place for a special occasion. Thanks !"
Dined on 4/12/2014
I hadn't been to Absinthe for a
couple of years, but it didn't disappoint. Even with the crush of pre-ballet performance dining, it was calm and well-paced. Waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Food was simply excellent--unusual enough to be interesting, but not so weird that you're left wondering "What were they thinking?" Even though my companion chose a non-chocolate dessert to share, it was really delicious (and I didn't miss the chocolate). It is really nice to see that at least one longtime favorite hasn't let its standards slip."
Dined on 4/12/2014
I've spent most time here bellied
up to the bar - they have fantastic cocktails. I have also had brunch here a couple times - always good. Had a special night out here recently and had a solid experience. Monk fish was very good - nice blend of sweet and savory in the dish. My fiancee had the Coq au vin with a super deep flavor base. The servers were knowledgeable and friendly. Room is really loud, but still enjoyed the evening. There's a reason it has been a staple of the neighborhood - they continually deliver solid food in a nice atmosphere with great wine and cocktails."
Dined on 4/11/2014
Our three experiences were each
superb. The service was warm and friendly. Each time the foods were far above our expectations. The quality of the service was impeccable. What more can we say? Except we'll certainly be back."
Dined on 4/3/2014
I have been to Absinthe several
times over the years and the food is always fabulous. The servers have been familiar with the food to help me make choices, available at the right times, and patient with my needs for a fast/slow/complicated dinner experience. It's hard to get a reservation on short notice, but if you can plan ahead I would strongly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 4/9/2014
Although we arrived 20 minutes
past our reservation, but were seated immediately (albeit in the cafe). I had a delicious croque Madame and oysters with a glass of fresh grapefruit juice. It was delicious and the service was better than my first experience with Absinthe. Beautiful atmosphere and people enjoying their Saturday all around!"
Dined on 4/6/2014
We had : Seafood Ceviche Beef
Tartare Onion Soup Gratinee Angus Beef Filet The food was good. The filet was tender. I expected a little more from the tartare though. The ceviche was soooo yummy, wish I had some more right now. The service was ok, our waitress was friendly. We came here for my boyfriend's birthday so I guess I expected a little bit more from the service. In my opinion, this is a nice place for a nice dinner out or feeling fancy with friends but not really a 'special occasion' kind of place."
Dined on 4/5/2014
Everything was very good but the
noise level was intolerable. I don't think we will be going back. I couldn't hear anything my wife said and she was not more than 2 feet away. Too many choices in that area where we can hear ourselves talk to one another. Energetic I can put up with. This was for those who want to talk to each other better know sign language. We don't!"
Dined on 4/5/2014
This restaurant has a great
selection of artisan/ craft drinks. The food is really good as well. Will definitely return when coming back to San Feancisco."
Dined on 4/4/2014
Great old-school atmosphere. Fun
cocktail menu. Gracious staff. Delicious food. Convenient for pre-show dining near the Opera House and Symphony Hall."
Dined on 4/4/2014
After a month, I'm still thinking
of those wonderful devil eggs!"
Dined on 3/15/2014
I can't comment on the quality of
the wine list or bar because I don't drink anymore, although my friends say they're great, I can say that I like going to Absinthe because I know I'm going to get what I expect: great food from pleasant people. I have yet to have tried anything from them that hasn't been exactly what I wanted or expected. Absinthe is in my top ten, now and when I considered myself a Foodie. Cheers!"
Dined on 3/30/2014
Very good and creative cuisine.
Also friendly and casual service. However my pet peeve was again employed when my food was served before I got my wine. This always seems to happen here in the states."
Dined on 4/1/2014
Absinthe is clearly popular and we
understand why. The restaurant was almost full when we arrived for brunch, but they did have a table reserved for us. The menu choices were good, a nice variety of breakfast and lunch items. We enjoyed our meal choices and the service was very good. We will definitely keep this restaurant in our active file."
Dined on 3/30/2014
Everything is on point here: Food
was tasty and unique. The duck confit or as I call it the "duck benedict" is delicious although a bit heavy because of the potato patty and the hollandaise but still worth a try. The pretzel appetizer is a MUST: so soft and warm... i wanted this all to myself. Griled cheese with mushrooms was also pretty delicious. Drinks here were also delicious and plentiful. So many delicious cocktails and drinks to choose from that I spent more time deciding what to drink than to eat. The one criticism was the rude hostess that was being difficult to one of the members of our party upon arrival. The hostess apparently was confused about our seating location or something to that extent."
Dined on 3/30/2014
We used to live in this
neighbourhood and after we moved to Sunset district we keep coming here once in a while. And that's a big deal because we don't like to drive across town to eat."
Dined on 3/30/2014
We had a great brunch with some
out of town friends--I highly recommend this restaurant!"
Dined on 3/29/2014
Carrot bisque, cow au vin, ceviche
are all tasty. We made the talk at SF Jazz with no difficulty. Absinthe is a wonderful venue for dinner or brunch."
Dined on 3/29/2014
Never disappointed here. Whenever
I fly in to San Francisco for business I try and stop by Absinthe. Great food and a good scene. Loved the big wine list as well."
Dined on 3/27/2014
Wait staff not attentive. Had to
wait to order and to call on them for additional service."
Dined on 3/28/2014
Went for my birthday dinner and
was very happy with that decision."
Dined on 3/26/2014
As vegetarians, it's challenging
to find superior and unique menus. Absinthe was all this and MORE--superb Appetizers, wine and entrees. Only weak link was dessert-- dairy over-dose in every item. This was our first visit to the SFJazz CENTER. Dinner at Absinthe dramatically enhanced our 23 hour experience in the BAY!"
Dined on 3/26/2014
i had not dined here in years and
was pleasantly surprised at how wonderful the food and service were. We were there for Sunday brunch and the menu had great selections of breakfast items as well as lunch options.. We'll be back!"
Dined on 3/23/2014
Had a great time on a double date
here. Will definitely come back, but try not spend $300 next time"
Dined on 3/21/2014
I arrived at Absinthe to discover
they had no record of my reservation. Fortunately, they had room for us. The hostess didn't seem too interested in the cause of the mistake because she had space available. The impression lingered that perhaps she believed me to be dishonest, something I find irritating indeed. Henceforth, do I need to write down confirmation numbers and print out confirmation e-mails each time I book through OpenTable? Peter Hanson"
Dined on 3/21/2014
The food was delicious, the
service excellent and the ambience lively. I eat there often, and I am never disappointed!"
Dined on 3/21/2014
Absinthe is a special kind of
place for special events and special food. The decor is simply gorgeous, from the Art Deco wall sconces to the round tables set into the snaky curved, deep red/ violet booths. The wait staff is well-trained and completely professional; with this kind of beautiful ambience, one would expect no less. But it is for the food that the diner really comes to eat in Absinthe. Last week, a friend and I split one of the delicious appetizer cheeses, which are complemented by the perfect jam and served with small walnut toasts. She had the monkfish, firm but reminiscent of lobster and served in an incredible herb sauce. I spoiled myself with the house made gnocchi in a rich mushroom and cheese sauce. Magnificent!p"
Dined on 3/18/2014
French food, wine and restaurant
culture are close to my heart and Absinthe is a beautiful Californian take on the classic bistro style. The ambiance is romantic and relaxing (in the main room, the overflow tables near the bar are BAD), making it a perfect spot for a special amorous occasion, or if you just feel like treating yourself. I tend to go for the classics here -- liver pate, steak tartar, the potato crusted salmon, rib eye steak -- you really can't go wrong. I will say I've had mixed experiences with the cocktails though, so I stick with the wine. The selection is considerable! One word of advice, order a Sauternes with your cheese course, or with a tangy, dairy influenced dessert (like the goat cheese tart). Thank me later :)"
Dined on 3/19/2014
I like this restaurant. It's a
nice place to go before a symphony, opera, or just for a romantic dinner. Generally the food is good, they have a good bartender, and the service is excellent. My only negative comment is that the coq au vin I had during my last visit was terrible. Maybe I am misunderstanding something about the dish, but having ordered it at many restaurants in France etc., this was something different - kind of a thick stew. It could have been off that night, or perhaps that's just the way this restaurant does it (the waitress didn't see the problem), but I found it virtually inedible. The rest of the meal was fine, however."
Dined on 2/14/2014
Did apps and drinks here on a week
night. Relaxing vibe, great food, drinks are well made. Service was good, and definitely plan on coming back. Not cheap, but worth what you get and the bistro feel."
Dined on 3/18/2014
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City code states that bars must be at least 500 feet from each other, but a proposed amendment to the code would exclude brewpubs from that requirement. The council had planned to read the the proposed change at Monday's meeting, but it tabled the item when some members learned that Alabama law allows brewpubs to sell beer produced by other brewers.
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Brewpubs are establishments that serve beer brewed on-site, usually with an emphasis on craftsmanship and flavor.
Jacksonville's code was amended to keep bars from opening within 500 feet to prevent crime, said police Chief Tommy Thompson. He said that in the past, bars located near each other, especially on or near the Public Square, created safety concerns.
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The city was considering the change at the request of Joe Donahue, a local man who would like to open a brewpub in a building on the west side of the Public Square. City code as written prevents Donahue's venture because the space he wants to use is within 500 feet of at least one bar, Pelham's.
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The move is Donahue's second attempt to establish a brewpub. His first attempt, a partnership with Heroes American Grille in Weaver, ended earlier this year.
"I was hoping that I was going to get a vote next week, but since I didn't get a first reading I'm probably not going to get a vote," Donahue said. "It's a setback, but I'll keep working at it."
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The council's next meeting is Monday at 7 p.m. at City Hall.
Staff writer Laura Gaddy: 256-235-3544. On Twitter @LJohnson_Star.