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Kevin James pet project has finally hit theatres after years in development. James Mall Cop was a surprise hit with family audiences and a bust with critics, and this Zookeeper will undoubtedly repeat that familiar pattern. And theres nothing wrong with that.
Kids like talking animals - who doesnt? And the story is sweet and unchallenging. But its not Gone with the Wind.
Zookeeper isnt the best comedy ever made, but it may have the most heart. James has nurtured his talk to the animals outing with a real passion and he got some pretty impressive stars to act as the animal voices.
Adam Sandler (who produced) is especially hilarious as Donald the monkey, and joins Sylvester Stallone, Cher, Nick Nolte, Judd Apatow, Jon Favreau, Faizon Love, Maya Rudolph, Don Rickles and many more. James has some cool friends. Stay for the credit roll song jam of More Than a Feeling, hear Sly belt out the lyrics in the character of a lion.
James is Griff, the zookeeper, who was dumped hard by a girlfriend five years earlier. He was humiliated because hed planned fireworks, a Mariachi band and a message in a bottle for the big ask. He was turned down flat and his confidence was shot and he hasnt had a date since.
Out of the blue, she shows up and goes out of her was to interest him. Shes still with someone, but obviously hedging her bets. Griffs co-worker Kate (Rosario Dawson) is a good friend and encourages him to pursue Stephanie (Leslie Bibb) if it makes him happy.
Meanwhile its all happening at the zoo. The animal characters keep a close eye on what happens to Griff, their favorite, and discuss it all with voices when the humans arent around. And Griffs dealing with a seriously depressed Gorilla (Nick Note) who leads his life in a viewless concrete enclosure nice touch for increasing awareness about the plight of caged wild animals.
And Griff must reign in Shane (Donnie Wahlberg) who is cruel to the animals.
Griffs getting nowhere fast with a Stephanie and decides to launch a full scale assault on her heart with help from Kate and the animals. And to coincide with his assault, the animals start speaking. They know a lot because they listen and gossip and they have plenty of advice, man up, pee in front of her, walk like an ape, bellow.
Griffs friendship and efforts with the Gorilla encourage the animal to come out of himself literally they go for dinner at a chain restaurant where hes a huge hit with the ladies. There are some genuinely funny sequences here and some trumped up but cute car chases.
This isnt the pinnacle of filmmaking but the kids watching at a screening I attended were howling with laughter. Its a kid hit and compelling enough for the parents who will realize its not aimed at them. The romance becomes a lesson in authenticity and loyalty and thats a good thing. Id also like to offer a ****Ken Jeong alert***** as Venom, the senior zookeeper who adds some fun and flavor.
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35mm family comedy
Written by Nick Bakay, Rock Reuben, Kevin James, et al
Directed by Frank Copraci
Open s July 8
Runtime: 104 minutes
MPAA: Rated PG for some rude and suggestive humor, and language
Country: USA
Language: English


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In Antonio del Pollaiuolo's picture of Apollo and Daphne in the National Gallery in London, the god appears like a bare-legged teenage sprinter who has just managed to lay hands on the fleeing nymph. Myth requires her to take root on the spot and begin to sprout laurel leaves and branches, so her loosely robed left leg does appear to be grounded while two big encumbering bushes have sprung from stumps on her shoulders. But her face between the laurel boughs looks back without panic at the face of her pursuer, just as the inside of his left thigh is making contact with the bare calf of her right. Intact she may be, but she remains forever touched and susceptible.
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CW executive gets Emerson degree, oversees hit show
Traci Blackwell is a CW television network executive relishing in a Golden Globe win for a show she oversees, Jane the Virgin, just months after receiving her Emerson College master's degree.
Expert in global communication advises Emersonians
Joachim Kuss, director of communications for Zeiss Vision Care, is visiting Emerson for a week and will be an invited lecturer in several graduate and undergraduate classes in Communication Studies and Marketing.
Poll: 47% say Patriots cheated
The Emerson College Polling Society (ECPS) says 47 percent of Americans think the New England Patriots are "cheaters" in the wake of the so-called Deflategate scandal.
Polling Society admitted to national organization
The Emerson College Polling Society (ECPS) has been named a Charter Member of the American Association of Public Opinion Research (AAPOR) Transparency Initiative—joining the ranks of more than 20 top polling organizations, including the Pew Research Center, the Gallup Organization, and the Washington Post.
Student Powerade Olympics ad gets award
A spec television commercial for Powerade that was produced last year by more than 40 Emerson students majoring in marketing or film recently received a Hatch Award from The Ad Club of Boston—recognizing an interesting outside-the-classroom collaboration.
Boston Olympics proposed by students in project
Kelsey Doherty '14 Donovan Birch '14, and Luke Fraser '14, did a project for their sports communication class last spring advocating for the 2024 Olympics to come to Boston.
Cisco visits Emerson marketing class
Marketing executives from Cisco recently used the ideas of Emerson graduate students to help boost the software company's "Internet of everything" campaign.
LA graduates search for local jobs
Like many recent Emerson College Los Angeles graduates, Leah Casselman '14 and Brad Cryan '14 are staying in southern California after they complete their studies this month, joining the 4,000 other alumni who have settled in the region.
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Student Foundation serves as a link between students, staff, faculty, and administration at Southwestern. While fostering these connections, Student Foundation strives to engage the campus community in promoting the welfare of the University through support of University events and programs.
Student Foundation takes initiative to develop programs that encourage campus community and open dialogue among students, faculty, staff, and the administration. Members also represent and assist with annual University activities and programs, including:
- Orientation Week Events
- Homecoming and Reunion Weekend - Organize the parade and the Homecoming Cup along with assisting the University at various functions throughout the weekend.
- Family Days
- Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture
- Commencement
- Other Special University Events
In addition to assisting with University events, Student Foundation coordinates their own events, which are designed to encourage dialogue between students, faculty, staff and the administration. These events include:
- Straight Talk with Senior Staff
- Transfer Student Activity
For more information on SING!, please visit: http://www.southwestern.edu/studentlife/sing/
Student Foundation maintains a membership of up to forty students. Current members review membership applications, conduct interviews and vote to elect new members. The Membership Drive occurs every spring. Any Southwestern student may apply for Student Foundation; however, the following criteria must be met in order to be considered for membership:
- Members must be of sophomore or junior standing during the next academic year.
- Members must maintain a 2.5 grade point average each semester.
- Members must have a genuine commitment to the welfare of the University, leadership potential, effectiveness in meeting people, maturity, responsibility and time to actively participate in the organization's activities.
To inquire about membership, please contact the chair or call the Alumni Office at x1486 (800-960-6363 off-campus).
2014 Steering Committee
A five-member Steering Committee provides leadership, sets goals, and delegates authority and responsibility to Student Foundation members. Members are divided into committees that do detailed planning of Student Foundation activities. The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations works closely with and advises Student Foundation.
- Lucero Pina, Chair
- Sarah Ally, Vice-Chair
- Jeanne Wehde, Public Relations Chair
- Anne Howard, Planning Chair
- Katy Jones, Membership Chair
Student Foundation Committees
Members of Student Foundation, with the exception of the Chair and Vice Chair, belong to one of three committees: The Planning Committee, the Membership Committee, or the Public Relations Committee. All members of Student Foundation represent and help to staff University events such as New Student/ Transfer Student/ Parent Orientations, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Family Days, the Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture Series, and Commencement.
The Membership Committee
Plans and runs the Membership Drive, which includes planning a Membership Informational for the Fall and the Spring, recruiting new members for Student Foundation and overseeing New Member Training sessions and Induction Ceremony. The Membership Committee keeps current members engaged with Student Foundation. Membership also oversees the StuFo programs "Straight Talk with Senior Staff" and the New Faculty and Staff Welcome and Luncheon. We staff and help with campus events like New Student/ Transfer Student/ Parent Orientations, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Family Days, Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture Series and Commencement. The Membership Committee supports the Planning and PR Committees with their projects.
The Planning Committee
Plans and coordinates every element of SING! Additionally, we staff and help with campus events like New Student/Transfer Student/Parent Orientation, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Family Days, and Commencement. The Planning Committee supports the PR and Membership Committees with their projects.
The Public Relations Committee
Coordinates and produces all the publicity for Student Foundation events and University events if requested by faculty, staff and administrators. PR is responsible for spreading the word about Student Foundation events, programs and other initiatives. PR helps to foster anticipation in Student Foundation and the campus community for programs such as SING!, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend and Family Days. Duties include creating signs/flyers/banners, sending e-mail, and producing effective marketing materials for Student Foundation. PR also oversees the Transfer Student Dinner and Activity, and StuFo Birthdays. We staff and help with campus events like New Student/Transfer Student/Parent Orientation, Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, Family Days, and Commencement. The PR Committee supports the Planning and Membership Committees with their projects.
Student Foundation Adviser
Grace Josey Pyka '05
Associate Director for University Relations- Alumni and Parents
Current Members Of Student Foundation
Omeed Azmoudeh
Anne Bransford
Daniel Buffington
Sadie Clarendon
Zach Cole
Kaitlyn Corbett
Zoe Cordes Selbin
Livi Drummond
Bertha Faudoa
Ben Gil
Ricardo Gonzalez
Sebastian Gualy
Cameron Harvey
Michelle Hershberger
Anne Howard
Katy Jones
Robert Lehr
Mac Light
Abe Martinez
Ann Means
Najmu Mohseen
Meredith Murphy
Andrew Pratt
Caitlin Schneider
Sarah Surgeoner
Rachel Terry
Taylor Vickers
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Abstract: | The risk of developing mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and subsequently dementia, increases with age. Early detection requires a comprehensive clinical examination, which is time consuming and expensive; a face-to-face examination can also be problematic for people living in rural areas which may result in unequal access to services. Telephone-based screening may provide a feasible method of identifying people who would benefit from a full diagnostic workup. We conducted a pilot study in which we offered telephone screening to all patients aged over 60 years at a health clinic in rural northern Norway (n = 259). Fifteen percent of them volunteered (n = 39). Screening identified a number of suspicious cases and we recommended to their general practitioner that 7 patients (18%) be offered a follow-up appointment. Surveys showed that the volunteers were generally positive towards the service, as was the general practitioner who found it helpful to be provided with such information about the elderly patients in his care. In addition, we surveyed the opinions of all general practitioners (n = 480) in the three northernmost counties of Norway concerning a potential service. There was a response rate of 40% (n = 190). Almost half of respondents (45%) would like to make use of such a service if it existed, and 34% believed that their patients would make use of it if available. The pilot study demonstrates the feasibility of telephone screening for clinically significant memory decline, and that users (general practitioners and the elderly) are positive towards such a service. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/6099 |
Abstract: | Background: Little empirical work has been done in studying learning processes among newly educated physicians in the mental health field. The aim of the study was to shed light on the meaning of newly educated physicians' lived experiences of learning processes related to treating suicidal patients. Methods: Thirteen newly educated physicians narrated their learning experiences while treating suicidal patients in their own practice. The interview texts were transcribed and interpreted using a phenomenological-hermeneutical method inspired by Ricoeur's philosophy. Results: There was one main theme, four themes and eleven sub themes. The main theme was: Being in a transitional learning process. The themes and sub themes were: Preparing for practice (Getting tools and training skills, Becoming aware of one's own attitudes); Gaining experience from treating patients (Treating and following up patients over time, Storing memories and recognizing similarities and differences in patients); Participating in the professional community (Being an apprentice, Relating clinical stories and receiving feedback, Sharing emotions from clinical experiences, Receiving support from peers); and Developing personal competence (Having unarticulated awareness, Having emotional knowledge, Achieving self-confidence). The informants gave a detailed account of the learning process; from recognising similarities and differences in patients they have treated, to accumulating pattern knowledge, which then contributed to their personal feelings of competence and confidence. They described their personal competence with cognitive and emotional elements consisting of both articulated and less articulated knowledge. The findings are interpreted in relation to different learning theories that focus on both individual factors and the interaction with the learning environment. Conclusion: This study provides additional information about learning experiences of young physicians during the critical transition phase from medical school to early professional life. Peers are used for both learning and support and might represent a more powerful resource in the learning process than previously recognized. Emotional experiences do not seem to be adequately focused upon in supervision, which obviously has relevance both for learning and for the well-being of young professionals. The study indicates some areas of the educational system that could profitably be expanded including stimulating more systematically to critical reflection on and in practice, attention to feelings in the reflective process and provision of more performance feedback to young physicians |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/1149 |
Abstract: | The role of chemokines in chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is not fully understood. The present study aimed to characterize the baseline serum concentrations and the initial β-chemokine response to treatment with interferon-α and ribavirin with respect to the final clinical outcome of virological response to treatment. Serum concentrations of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and of the CC subfamily chemokines [macrophage inflammatory protein (MIP)-1α, MIP-1β, monocyte chemoattractant protein (MCP)-1 and the regulated on activation, normal T expressed and secreted (RANTES) chemokine] were measured in patients with chronic HCV infection and in healthy individuals. Necroinflammation and fibrosis were scored in liver biopsies. Treatment outcomes were classified as with or without a sustained virological response after a full-course treatment according to the genotypes. The main treatment group consisted of 72 patients with chronic hepatitis C, whereas 24-h blood samples were available for 42 patients. Increased baseline levels of all CC chemokines were found in the two responder groups compared to the healthy controls, although significant levels were reached only for MIP-1α and MCP-1. No correlation was observed between chemokine levels and serum ALT levels, any histological necroinflammatory parameters, or the fibrosis grade. After 24 h of treatment, increases in MIP-1α, MIP-1β and RANTES levels were exclusively observed in the group with sustained virological response. MCP-1 was also significantly increased after 24 h in both responder groups, although no differences were observed between the two responder groups. In conclusion, an early MIP-1α, MIP-1β, and RANTES response may predict a sustained response to virological treatment. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4048 |
Abstract: | Treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is challenging in many ways. One of the problems is disappointing local control rates in larger volume disease. Moreover, the likelihood of both nodal and distant spread increases with primary tumour (T-) stage. Many patients are elderly and have considerable comorbidity. Therefore, aggressive combined modality treatment might be contraindicated or poorly tolerated. In many cases with larger tumour volume, sufficiently high radiation doses can not be administered because the tolerance of surrounding normal tissues must be respected. Under such circumstances, simultaneous administration of radiosensitizing agents, which increase tumour cell kill, might improve the therapeutic ratio. If such agents have a favourable toxicity profile, even elderly patients might tolerate concomitant treatment. Based on sound preclinical evidence, several relatively small studies have examined radiotherapy (RT) with cetuximab in stage III NSCLC. Three different strategies were pursued: 1) RT plus cetuximab (2 studies), 2) induction chemotherapy followed by RT plus cetuximab (2 studies) and 3) concomitant RT and chemotherapy plus cetuximab (2 studies). Radiation doses were limited to 60-70 Gy. As a result of study design, in particular lack of randomised comparison between cetuximab and no cetuximab, the efficacy results are difficult to interpret. However, strategy 1) and 3) appear more promising than induction chemotherapy followed by RT and cetuximab. Toxicity and adverse events were more common when concomitant chemotherapy was given. Nevertheless, combined treatment appears feasible. The role of consolidation cetuximab after RT is uncertain. A large randomised phase III study of combined RT, chemotherapy and cetuximab has been initiated. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4681 |
Abstract: | On 9 October 2011, the University Hospital of North Norway alerted the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH) about an increase in Shigella sonnei infections in Tromsø. The isolates had an identical 'multilocus variable-number tandem repeat analysis' (MLVA) profile. Most cases had consumed food provided by delicatessen X. On 14 October, new S. sonnei cases with the same MLVA-profile were reported from Sarpsborg, south-eastern Norway. An outbreak investigation was started to identify the source and prevent further cases. All laboratory-confirmed cases from both clusters were attempted to be interviewed. In addition, a cohort study was performed among the attendees of a banquet in Tromsø where food from delicatessen X had been served and where some people had reported being ill. A trace-back investigation was initiated. In total, 46 cases were confirmed (Tromsø= 42; Sarpsborg= 4). Having eaten basil pesto sauce or fish soup at the banquet in Tromsø were independent risk factors for disease. Basil pesto was the only common food item that had been consumed by confirmed cases occurring in Tromsø and Sarpsborg. The basil had been imported and delivered to both municipalities by the same supplier. No basil from the specific batch was left on the Norwegian market when it was identified as the likely source. As a result of the multidisciplinary investigation, which helped to identify the source, the Norwegian Food Safety Authority, together with NIPH, planned to develop recommendations for food providers on how to handle fresh plant produce prior to consumption. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/5843 |
Abstract: | Background: A simple, generalizable method for measuring research output would be useful in attempts to build research capacity, and in other contexts. Methods: A simple indicator of individual research output was developed, based on grant income, publications and numbers of PhD students supervised. The feasibility and utility of the indicator was examined by using it to calculate research output from two similarly-sized research groups in different countries. The same indicator can be used to assess the balance in the research "portfolio" of an individual researcher. Results: Research output scores of 41 staff in Research Department A had a wide range, from zero to 8; the distribution of these scores was highly skewed. Only about 20% of the researchers had well-balanced research outputs, with approximately equal contributions from grants, papers and supervision. Over a five-year period, Department A's total research output rose, while the number of research staff decreased slightly, in other words research productivity (output per head) rose. Total research output from Research Department B, of approximately the same size as A, was similar, but slightly higher than Department A. Conclusions: The proposed indicator is feasible. The output score is dimensionless and can be used for comparisons within and between countries. Modeling can be used to explore the effect on research output of changing the size and composition of a research department. A sensitivity analysis shows that small increases in individual productivity result in relatively greater increases in overall departmental research output. The indicator appears to be potentially useful for capacity building, once the initial step of research priority setting has been completed. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/6052 |
Abstract: | Background: One way to tackle health inequalities in resource-poor settings is to establish links between doctors and health professionals there and specialists elsewhere using web-based telemedicine. One such system run by the Swinfen Charitable Trust has been in existence for 13 years which is an unusually long time for such systems. Objective: We wanted to gain some insights into whether and how this system might be improved. Methods: We carried out a survey by questionnaire of referrers and specialists over a six months period. Results: During the study period, a total of 111 cases were referred from 35 different practitioners, of whom 24% were not doctors. Survey replies were received concerning 67 cases, a response rate of 61 per cent. Eightyseven per cent of the responding referrers found the telemedicine advice useful, and 78% were able to follow the advice provided. As a result of the advice received, the diagnosis was changed in 22% of all cases and confirmed in a further 18 per cent. Patient management was changed in 33 per cent. There was no substantial difference between doctors and non-doctors. During the study period, the 111 cases were responded to by 148 specialists, from whom 108 replies to the questionnaire were received, a response rate of 73 per cent. About half of the specialists (47%) felt that their advice had improved the management of the patients. There were 62 cases where it was possible to match up the opinions of the referrer and the consultants about the value of a specific teleconsultation. In 34 cases (55%) the referrers and specialists agreed about the value. However, in 28 cases (45%) they did not: specialists markedly underestimated the value of a consultation compared to referrers. Both referrers and specialist were extremely positive about the system which appears to be working well. Minor changes such as a clearer referral template and an improved web interface for specialists may improve it. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/6038 |
Abstract: | An 18-year-old obese man with a body mass index of 40, diagnosed with attention-defi cit hyperactivity disorder and treated with methylphenidate (Concerta®) was acutely admitted to hospital with hypoxia and dyspnoea. On investigation signs of liver-, renal-, and heart-failure were found. Noradrenalin infusion was started. Echocardiography showed dilated left ventricle and an ejection fraction (EF) of 25%. Liver function improved, noradrenalin and dobutamine were tapered, but three days after admission a new echocardiography showed an EF of 10%. The patient was transferred to the National Hospital (Rikshospitalet, Oslo), where intensifi ed treatment including intra aortic balloon pump (IABP) was instituted. Cardiac function improved, and 3 weeks later the IABP was disconnected. EF at this point was 15%. The patient was denied heart transplantation due to various cofactors. The investigation concluded with a probable relationship between his cardiomyopathy and the use of methylphenidate (Concerta). |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4126 |
Abstract: | B cell activating factor (BAFF) inhibitor therapy has recently been approved for non-renal Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). While BAFF plays a role in experimental lupus nephritis (LN), its role human LN is not well studied. Case control study in 102 SLE patients, 30 with LN (+LN) and 72 without LN (-LN) and 31 healthy controls. We analysed BAFF mRNA expression in PBMCs (BAFF-RQ) and serum BAFF (s-BAFF) levels and investigated their relation with clinical, histological- and additional acute phase proteins. Results: s-BAFF and BAFF-RQ were increased in +LN patients compared to controls, but their expression did not correlate with ISN/RPS class, Activity- or Chronicity index on biopsy. s-BAFF correlated with levels of anti-nucleosome antibodies, C1 inhibitor and α-1-acid-glycoprotein (AGP), while BAFF-RQ correlated inversely with Factor VIII. s-BAFF and BAFF mRNA levels are increased in LN patients, but do not reflect histological disease severity. The association of increased BAFF expression with both pro- and anti-inflammatory markers and reduced endothelial activation suggest that BAFF inhibition in LN may have diverse effects. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4748 |
Abstract: | The effects of various weight loss strategies on pancreatic beta cell function remain unclear. We aimed to compare the effect of intensive lifestyle intervention (ILI) and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery (RYGB) on beta cell function. Design One year controlled clinical trial (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier NCT00273104). One hundred and nineteen morbidly obese participants without known diabetes from the MOBIL study (mean (s.d.) age 43.6 (10.8) years, body mass index (BMI) 45.5 (5.6) kg/m2, 84 women) were allocated to RYGB (n=64) or ILI (n=55). The patients underwent repeated oral glucose tolerance tests (OGTTs) and were categorised as having either normal (NGT) or abnormal glucose tolerance (AGT). Twenty-nine normal-weight subjects with NGT (age 42.6 (8.7) years, BMI 22.6 (1.5) kg/m2, 19 women) served as controls. OGTT-based indices of beta cell function were calculated. One year weight reduction was 30 % (8) after RYGB and 9 % (10) after ILI (P<0.001). Disposition index (DI) increased in all treatment groups (all P<0.05), although more in the surgery groups (both P<0.001). Stimulated proinsulin-to-insulin (PI/I) ratio decreased in both surgery groups (both P<0.001), but to a greater extent in the surgery group with AGT at baseline (P<0.001). Post surgery, patients with NGT at baseline had higher DI and lower stimulated PI/I ratio than controls (both P<0.027). Gastric bypass surgery improved beta cell function to a significantly greater extent than ILI. Supra-physiological insulin secretion and proinsulin processing may indicate excessive beta cell function after gastric bypass surgery. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4091 |
Abstract: | Background: The official statistics of persons with mental disorders who are granted disability pension (DP) in Russia and Norway indicate large differences between the countries. Methods: This qualitative explorative hypothesis-generating study is based on text analysis of the laws, regulations and guidelines, and qualitative interviews of informants representing all the organisational elements of the DP systems in both countries. Results: The DP application process is initiated much later in Norway than in Russia, where a 3 year occupational rehabilitation and adequate treatment is mandatory before DP is granted. In Russia, two instances are responsible for preparing of the medical certification for DP, a patients medical doctor (PD) and a clinical expert commission (CEC) while there is one in Norway (PD). In Russia, the Bureau of Medical-Social Expertise is responsible for evaluation and granting of DP. In Norway, the local social insurance offices (SIO) are responsible for the DP application. Decisions are taken collectively in Russia, while the Norwegian PD and SIO officer often take decisions alone. In Russia, the medical criterion is the decisive one, while rehabilitation and treatment criteria are given priority in Norway. The size of the DP in Norway is enough to cover of subsistences expenditure, while the Russian DP is less than the level required for minimum subsistence. Conclusion: There were noteworthy differences in the time frame, organisation model and process leading to a DP in the two countries. These differences may explain why so few patients with less severe mental disorders receive a DP in Russia. This fact, in combination with the size of the DP, may hamper reforms of the mental health care system in Russia. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/1253 |
Abstract: | There has been an increased request for intensive training and rehabilitation of patients with brain damage in Norway. These programs are demanding with regard to personnel, travelling, time and economic resources. We aimed to indicate cost and gain to make these programs cost-effective. A retrospective study included all patients referred to the Northern Norway Regional Health Authority (NNRHA) trust during the nine years period 2003-2011. All referrals to the NNRHA trust for the economic coverage of foreign based rehabilitation or habilitation programs (The Advanced Bio-Mechanical Rehabilitation (ABR), Institutes of Achievement of Human Potential program (IAHP) (Doman method), Family Hope Center (FHC) program and the Kozijavkin method) were included. 17 patients were detected and 15 fulfilled the inclusion criteria for funding. Median age was 8 years (1-31 years). Cost from the specialist health care point of view was calculated. A cut-off limit of €57,000/quality adjusted life year (QALY) and a 4% discount rate was employed. The undiscounted cost per patient enrolled was calculated €133,210 (discounted €121,348). To make these therapies cost effective, a total of at least 2.13 QALYs (2.34 undiscounted QALYs) must be gained per patient enrolled. Such a gain could not be indicated and we doubt it is achievable. Non-proven intensive training programs for patients with brain damage are costly. As long as their effect has not been documented, health care services should not spend resources on these programs outside clinical trials. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4894 |
Abstract: | High and continuously increasing research activity related to different aspects of prevention, prediction, diagnosis and treatment of brain metastases has been performed between 1990 and 2010. One of the major databases contains 2695 scientific articles that were published during this time period. Different measures of impact, visibility, and quality of published research are available, each with its own pros and cons. For this overview, article citation rate was chosen. Results. Among the 10 most cited articles, 7 reported on randomized clinical trials. Nine covered surgical or radiosurgical approaches and the remaining one a widely adopted prognostic score. Overall, 30 randomized clinical trials were published between 1990 and 2010, including those with phase II design and excluding duplicate publications, for example, after longer followup or with focus on secondary endpoints. Twenty of these randomized clinical trials were published before 2008. Their median number of citations was 110, range 13–1013, compared to 5-6 citations for all types of publications. Annual citation rate appeared to gradually increase during the first 2-3 years after publication before reaching high levels. Conclusions. A large variety of preclinical and clinical topics achieved high numbers of citations. However, areas such as quality of life, side effects, and end-of-life care were underrepresented. Efforts to increase their visibility might be warranted. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4942 |
Abstract: | BACKGROUND: Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts (CAFs) are significant components of solid malignancies and play central roles in cancer sustainability, invasion and metastasis. In this study we have investigated the invasive capacity and matrix remodelling properties of human lung CAFs after exposure to ablative doses of ionizing radiation (AIR), equivalent to single fractions delivered by stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SART) for medically inoperable stage-I/II non-small-cell lung cancers. METHODS: CAFs were isolated from lung tumour specimens from 16 donors. Initially, intrinsic radiosensitivity was evaluated by checking viability and extent of DNA-damage response (DDR) at different radiation doses. The migrative and invasive capacities of CAFs were thereafter determined after a sub-lethal single radiation dose of 18 Gy. To ascertain the mechanisms behind the altered invasive capacity of cells, expression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their endogenous inhibitors (TIMPs) were measured in the conditioned media several days post-irradiation, along with expression of cell surface integrins and dynamics of focal contacts by vinculin-staining. RESULTS: Exposing CAFs to 1x18 Gy resulted in a potent induction of multiple nuclear DDR foci (>9/cell) with little resolution after 120 hours, induced premature cellular senescence and inhibition of the proliferative, migrative and invasive capacity. AIR promoted MMP-3 and inhibited MMP-1 appearance to some extent, but did not affect expression of other major MMPs. Furthermore, surface expression of integrins α2, β1 and α5 was consistently enhanced, and a dramatic augmentation and redistribution of focal contacts was observed. CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that ablative doses of radiation exert advantageous inhibitory effects on the proliferative, migratory and invasive capacity of lung CAFs. The reduced motility of irradiated CAFs might be a consequence of stabilized focal contacts via integrins. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/4935 |
Abstract: | We evaluated the performance of the new 4-tiered melanoma-specific graded prognostic assessment (GPA) score and the previously published general GPA score in patients with brain metastases from malignant melanoma managed with different approaches including best supportive care. Materials and Methods: Retrospective analysis of 51 patients. Compared with the original analysis of the melanoma-specific GPA score, these patients were more representative of the general population of patients with brain metastases from this disease. The present data confirmed that both scores identify patients with favorable prognosis who might be candidates for focal treatments. However, survival in the 2 unfavorable prognostic subgroups defined by the melanoma-specific GPA was not significantly different. Median survival in the melanoma-specific GPA classes was 3.1, 3.7, 7.5, and 12.7 months. Karnofsky performance status (KPS) and serum lactatdehydrogenase (LDH) level significantly predicted survival. In order to select the right patient to the right treatment and avoid overtreatment and suboptimal resource utilization in patients with very limited survival, improved prognostic tools are needed. The melanoma-specific GPA does not include extracranial disease extent or surrogate markers such as LDH. We suggest that a combination of KPS <70 and elevated LDH might better predict short survival than any of the GPA scores. This hypothesis should be confirmed in larger studies. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/3950 |
Abstract: | Background: Because mobile telephones may support video calls, emergency medical dispatchers may now connect visually with bystanders during pre-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). We studied the quality of simulated dispatcher-assisted CPR when guidance was delivered to rescuers by video calls or audio calls from mobile phones. Methods: One hundred and eighty high school students were randomly assigned in groups of three to communicate via video calls or audio calls with experienced nurse dispatchers at a Hospital Emergency Medical Dispatch Center. CPR was performed on a recording resuscitation manikin during simulated cardiac arrest. Quality of CPR and time factors were compared depending on the type of communication used. Results: The median CPR time without chest compression ('hands-off time') was shorter in the video-call group vs. the audio-call group (303 vs. 331 s; P50.048), but the median time to first compression was not shorter (104 vs. 102 s; P50.29). The median time to first ventilation was insignificantly shorter in the video-call group (176 vs. 205 s; P50.16). This group also had a slightly higher proportion of ventiliations without error (0.11 vs. 0.06; P50.30). Conclusion: Video communication is unlikely to improve telephone CPR (t-CPR) significantly without proper training of dispatchers and when using dispatch protocols written for audio-only calls. Improved dispatch procedures and training for handling video calls require further investigation. |
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URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/3598 |
Abstract: | Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a possible cause of secondary osteoporosis. In this phase II trial we assessed whether a weekly dose of 20,000 IU vitamin D3 prevents bone loss in ambulatory persons with MS age 18–50 years. ClinicalTrials.gov ID NCT00785473. All patients managed at the University Hospital of North Norway who fulfilled the main inclusion criteria were invited to participate in this double-blinded trial. Participants were randomised to receive 20,000 IU vitamin D3 or placebo once a week and 500 mg calcium daily for 96 weeks. The primary outcome was the effect of the intervention on percentage change in bone mineral density (BMD) at the hip, the spine, and the ultradistal radius over the study period. Of 71 participants randomised, 68 completed. Mean serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels in the intervention group increased from 55 nmol/L at baseline to 123 nmol/L at week 96. After 96 weeks, percentage change in BMD did not differ between groups at any site. BMD decreased at the hip, by 1.4% in the placebo group (95% CI -2.3 to -0.4, SD 2.7, p = 0.006) and by 0.7% in the treatment group (-1.6 to 0.2, 2.7, p = 0.118), difference 0.7% (-1.9 to 0.7, p = 0.332). Findings were not altered by adjustment for sex or serum 25(OH)D. Supplementation with 20,000 IU vitamin D3 a week did not prevent bone loss in this small population. Larger studies are warranted to assess the effect of vitamin D on bone health in persons with MS. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/3956 |
Abstract: | Aim: The aim of this study was to explore experiences with overnight respite care (ORC) of Norwegian carers who provided care to frail elderly
awaiting nursing home placement.
Background: In many Western countries respite care has become part of health care service provision, and various types of respite care are available. The intent with respite care can be twofold; caring for the care receiver and supporting the carer. Methods: This is a descriptive qualitative study. Interviews were conducted with 15 carers, transcribed and analysed by qualitative content analysis. Findings: The carers described various experiences with ORC. If ORC supported the whole family, it was welcomed by carers and experienced as supportive. If ORC did not support the whole family, many carers rejected ORC, and it was experienced as non-supportive. Two categories were constructed: 'experiencing ORC as supportive for the family as a whole' and 'not experiencing ORC as supportive for the family as a whole'. Conclusion: To support more carers, nurses have to listen to carers' experiences about ORC. Nurses need to take responsibility for the family as a whole and provide more flexible ORC services based on both carers' and elderly's needs. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/2159 |
Abstract: | Articular cartilage defects are most often caused by trauma and osteoarthritis and less commonly by metabolic disorders of the subchondral bone, such as osteonecrosis and osteochondritis dissecans. Such defects do not heal spontaneously in adults and can lead to secondary osteoarthritis. Medications are indicated for symptomatic relief. Slow-acting drugs in osteo - arthritis (SADOA), such as glucosamine and chondroitin, are thought to prevent cartilage degeneration. Reconstructive surgical treatment strategies aim to form a repair tissue or to unload compartments of the joint with articular cartilage damage. In this article, we selectively review the pertinent literature, focusing on original publications of the past 5 years and older standard texts. Particular attention is paid to guidelines and clinical studies with a high level of evidence, along with review articles, clinical trials, and book chapters. There have been only a few randomized trials of medical versus surgical treatments. Pharmacological therapies are now available that are intended to treat the cartilage defect per se, rather than the associated symptoms, yet none of them has yet been shown to slow or reverse the progres sion of cartilage destruction. Surgical débridement of cartilage does not prevent the progression of osteoarthritis and is thus not recommended as the sole treatment. Marrow-stimulating procedures and osteochondral grafts are indicated for small focal articular cartilage defects, while autologous chondrocyte implantationis mainly indicated for larger cartilage defects. These surgical reconstructive techniques play a lesser role in the treatment of osteoarthritis. Osteotomy near the knee joint is indicated for axial realignment when unilateral osteoarthritis of the knee causes axis deviation. Surgical reconstructive techniques can improve joint func tion and thereby postpone the need for replacement of the articular surface with an artificial joint. |
URI: | http://hdl.handle.net/10037/3966 |
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Hello Everyone!!! We all joke about how we go and check our trees for inflos and such.. RIGHT? Well.... i was just outside to let the dog do his duty, and i just happened to bring out the flashlight ( umhmmm!!!) to check on the trees while i waited... Guest what i found on my Kapalua? I know.. i am so happy right now.. Just mentioned to James that i am shaking.. LOL I know i have a problem when i get this excited over such a simple yet elegant little beauty on my prize tree!! Karma.. i do believe.. It is my new Protector.. and it decided to appear on my Kapalua!!! Here it is.. get out your glasses.. I know, it is small and you will wonder how i found it. I told you i look at each one.. LMAO!!! Ohhh MYY!!! Thank YOU Plumeria Gods!!!! ;-) Mahalo!!!! Laura |
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Nice! Looking for mites and aphids.. |
Very cute lil thing! Lol. I probably would do the same thing as you Laura. Bring out the flashlight. Chuy |
You are sick Laura, but that is nothing new. We all seem to be. I think finding an inflo on a plant that has never bloomed before gives you weeks of anticipation. The other one is seeing several dozen inflos on a mature plant when you realize it is going off soon. Out here, we dread the May gray and June gloom that can stall blooming until July. The delay is maddening. Say hi to your patient and keep checking. :-) Bill |
- Posted by desamecyra 9B (My Page) on Tue, Apr 30, 13 at 3:44
Darling.....mantid? ??? |
how cool Laura. You did a great job spotting that little guy. Mike |
I want one!!! Lucky you Laura!!! He will be one busy, fat little protector soon - maybe he's got friends! Good find. I need to learn more about which are the good guys and which are the bad ones... I don't have enough active protectors yet (where are my lizards?!) and I kept seeing sap spots on my plants so last night everyone got sprayed with spinosad when the sun was going down. They are just getting leaves due to this crazy weather, I am not letting the bad guys get too far ahead of me! |
- Posted by powderpuff 10 (My Page) on Tue, Apr 30, 13 at 12:20
Great photo Laura! Is is a Mantis? I didn't even know they were that small. A baby? |
- Posted by disneyhorse none (My Page) on Tue, Apr 30, 13 at 12:24
Baby mantises are Ssssoooooo cute! May it grow to a big one and eat lots of garden pests! |
Soooo Cute Laura! Hope he keeps your plants bug free. Oh wait! You want seeds don't you? Al - love the mantises ! And whats that little fuzzy guy wearing the flowers? Cute! Peg |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Wed, May 1, 13 at 0:33
Hello Everyone!!! Thanks Del.. I hope he/she likes all of the little critters to eat!! Maybe the mite problem will be less of an issue.. Hi Chuy!! I know you have a flashlight and i'm sure you will be using it soon!!! LOL!!! ;-) You will have to confess when you take the light outside just to check on the trees!!! Hi Bill.. I know.. it is bad. Only people like us can really understand right? LOL... That feeling of discovering an inflo after waiting for so long is such a joy. I hope the May and June gloom will be short lived for you all.. I know it is frustrating to wait for the burn off... I will keep checking and going outside at night... The "Patient" thinks i am nuts!! I will tell him hello.. Tks!! Have a great night!! Desa... Thanks.. I am sorry, i thought i mentioned about it being a Praying Mantis!! Yes.. it is. I had a few last year too! Some have huge protectors and we had a wonderful thread showing all of the big boys.. Al looks like he has a few huge boys there!! Who HOO! Hi Mike!!! I did see this little guy and i was surprised myself. You should have seen me with the flashlight and the camera in the other hand.. I know i was a sight to see. The neighbors are probably talking about me.. LMAO!! i use my reading glasses to find this little guy!! He is sooo small!! Thanks, as always!!! Hi Emily!!! It is hard to spot the good guys.. also easy to spot the bad ones!! ;-) I hope he stays around to keep the critters aways.. I lost my little frog last year. I hope he comes around again and keep those critters off of the bottom leaves. He stayed on the top of the containers and just starred at the trees waiting for something to crawl out for a tasty little treat. Makes me wonder what they are eating.. (frogs.. that is) I hope this Mantis does get large and stays around for me to enjoy!!! Hope you have your lizard return for you!!! Have a wonderful night, Emily!! Hi P.. He is a little baby.. so small and i had to do a double take when i first spotted him!!! I did see something, so i had to go and get my glasses ;-) He was there again this morning, but we have had rain all day. I hope he stays!!! Night!!! Thanks Disney... I hope he gets his belly full of the little pest!!! Ii am sure you have them out your way? Simi has posted some really nice size Mantis last year. I am sure they are around.. Thank You!! Hi AL!!! Those are so big!!! I had a hard time seeing the Mantis in the first pic. he blends in so well even having a stripe matching the tree. Great pics!! I love the cute little furry critter.. so sweet!!!! Thanks for adding to the "Protector" thread.. i hope others will add their garden protectors too! Last year i had my toad.. I did go by the pond yesterday and something jumped in when i walked by.. maybe somone else decided to take up residency in the pond.. Maybe i will get lucky and he will find my trees and have a feast!! Thanks for posting!! ;) Hi Peg.. LOL.. seeds? I still have pods from last year.. Anyone that wants seeds, i will be giving them away when they open. I have pods from Psycho. ( 3 large pods) 1 pod from Wizard, one from Leela and one pod from "possible Vera Verde" I will post when they are ready!!! Thanks everyone!! Love my Protector!! ;-) Laura |
- Posted by Minderella 9 Lake County FL (My Page) on Thu, May 2, 13 at 20:48
I will take a few seeds when they are ready. Mindy |
Laura - that is just the cutest little thing I've ever seen! :) It's been a rather emotional day for me so I get a little bit teary eyed thinking how lucky we here at this forum are that we are able to grow these beautiful trees. I really do enjoy all of mine and love all the care and nurturing that goes along with them but when I see you, and a few others, that are so very passionate, it makes me just a little envious to feel that also. *big hugs for ya!* |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Fri, May 3, 13 at 0:15
Awwww, Mona! You are so sweet.. This is why we all love these trees and the people who love nature. We are special people that make others wonder why we see different beauty in things. Thank goodness we can take the time to enjoy the " little things in life..." We don' t take nature and animals for granted... Thank you for the kind message and I also get sentimental about things too! I can think of many wonderful experiences that move me... Beauty is in the eye... YOU have a wonderful night, and keep up the great work on your beautiful trees! Thank you for all that you do.. You have added so much to these forums, so I will say " Mahalo" to YOU! Mindy... No problem.. I will let you know when they are ready! ;-) Goodnight , Laura |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Tue, May 7, 13 at 22:04
Just spotted two more... LOL!! LJ |
Lol. That flashlight is gonna run out of batteries!! ;) Chuy |
- Posted by MissMudPuppy z7 - L.I.,NY (My Page) on Fri, May 10, 13 at 8:31
Laura: My oh my isn't that grand?! How wonderful being blessed with mantids! They are the supreme Protectors. & Al is correct, they're very hard to spot at times but when they feel like letting you see them they practically JUMP out at you LOL ;). Btw, cute pics Al. Thx for sharing! For anyone looking for info on the beneficials: http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/NE/index.html For a pest identifier: I have 2 particular toads that visit my plants during the summer with the one preferring to hang out in my Plumie pot. Hope they come around again this year. I adore toads! My other protectors are spiders, assassin bugs, mantids, parasitic wasps, ladybugs & lacewings (woo Lawdy do we have a mess of those), not to mention our 2 mockingbirds Baby & Pretty Girl who we helped raise 10 yrs ago. Love to all ~ Angharand :)(: |
- Posted by MissMudPuppy z7 - L.I. (My Page) on Fri, May 10, 13 at 16:06
Lucky you, Al ;)! That's some sweet collection of eggs. Btw, my Plumies are THRIVING in the gritty mix! |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Fri, May 10, 13 at 23:58
Hello Everyone!!! Chuy... ;-). I have to check my batteries, quite often!!!! HA!!! Some even have headlamps.. I know a few in VA and some in FL!!! Hello Angharand !!! So nice to see you!!!! I also love these cute little guys, just wish I had more protectors around like you! My frog from last year only stayed around for a month, then he vanished. Just the other day, I was walking by my pond and I heard a " splash". Hopefully, I have a new little man growing to take the place of the other " Prince..." you are so lucky to have Mockingbirds.. That is awesome!! I plan to get those pics to you soon..I am out on a four day trip, so when I get home I will post!!! Always a pleasure to see you!!! I hope you have the boat ready for the summer!! I bet it is beautiful up there on the Sound. ;-) HI Al!!! Beautiful picture!!! I have never seen eggs like that!! They remind me of rainwater dripping down from the leaf!! How beautiful !!! I need to inspect my trees more closely for others little guys that I might have missed!!! Thanks for adding to the thread!!! ;-) Have a great night! Mahalo! Laura |
The reason the lacewing eggs are on stalks like that is to keep the hatching larva from cannibalizing the others when they hatch. |
Al, your mantis pictures are beautiful! The green, pink and white coloration makes a lovely picture. He sure is a strong looking defender! |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Sat, May 11, 13 at 14:31
Hi Del!! That is so interesting!! Thanks for that info! Laura |
- Posted by Citizen_Insane 8a (My Page) on Tue, May 14, 13 at 15:11
Look at my plumie protector, he is hard at work protecting my plumies. I think I am going to fire lover boy. |
Hey George, looks like your protector is having a bit of extracurricular fun while on protection duty. LOL |
- Posted by loveplants2 8b Virginia Beach, (My Page) on Tue, May 14, 13 at 23:25
Lol... I would say that he is not paying attention to your Plumies at all... Thanks for the great pic! Laura |
Lol. Too funny Laura!! Chuy |
So this a prerequisite to be a good gardener; one must love bugs and such? Lol. Although I must say he is kinda cute! George, lover boy and his lady are cute also. But if he kept doing that while on duty you might have to have a talk with him! Everyone is always laughing at me for being scared of crawlers and what not. Just two weeks ago we were at a nursery and a giant worm crawled right next to my foot, it was about 12 inches long! I jumped higher than Michael Jordan and sprinted faster than Usain Bolt! Then today as I was replanting a camellia I found at least four worms! I was not expecting any considering the fact we just added compost a week ago. What a wimp right? |
- Posted by Minderella 9 Lake County FL (My Page) on Wed, May 15, 13 at 17:56
Al, Everytime I see that little hamster on the flowers laughing I cant stop smiling. Makes my day. |
- Posted by Citizen_Insane 8a (My Page) on Wed, May 15, 13 at 18:34
Well this is their mating season; not much you can do. All lover boy does is chase ladies around. He is the biggest male and fights off all the younger ones. |
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Duncan wrote: > > Looking at the broader picture, the problem of extraneous packages in the > world file has always concerned me. If it were to be done over again, > and I think Zac would likely agree, emerge would use --oneshot by > default, so as not to contaminate the world file unnecessarily. Then > there'd be a different option (say -2) to add the package to the world > file if that's what was actually intended. > > That's actually how I have my emerge front-end scriptlets/aliases setup > here. -1 is the default; if I want it in the world file I use the *2 > script variant, which omits the -1. > > But of course changing behavior in mid-stream doesn't work so well, so > emerge continues to stick stuff in the world file by default. > I added -1 to my make.conf a long time ago. Whenever I emerge something and want it in the world file, just use the --select option. If I already emerged something but then want to add it to the world file, just add the -n option too. That keeps the world file clean and I can test things before adding anything to the world file. Dale :-) :-) -- I am only responsible for what I said ... Not for what you understood or how you interpreted my words! Miss the compile output? Hint: EMERGE_DEFAULT_OPTS="--quiet-build=n"
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Great American Beer Festival Awards 2012
by Rick MazzolaOctober 17, 2012
More beer. More judges. More awards.
A legion of judges brought their palates to bear at the 2012 Great American Beer Festival. A record 4,338 beers were judged in 84 distinct categories. An average of 52 beers were entered in each category, with the perennial, hop-head favorite American-Style IPA leading the suds-ridden pack with 203 entries!
185 judges from 11 countries awarded 254 medals. One can only fathom the palate fatigue.
Colorado brewers walked-off with 35 awards, including 15 gold.
Congratulations to the award winners! All of the Colorado breweries who took home medals can be found below. A full listing can be found at the Brewers Association website.
Category: 3 Fruit Beer
Dry Dock Apricot Blonde
Dry Dock Brewing Co.
Aurora, CO
Category: 11 Specialty Honey Beer
West Bound Braggot
Twisted Pine Brewing Co.
Boulder, CO
Category: 16 Indigenous Beer
Got Beer
BJs Restaurant & Brewery
Boulder, CO
Category: 27 Smoke Beer
Fort Collins Brewery
Fort Collins, CO
Category: 31 Munich-Style Helles
6X Helles
CB & Potts Restaurant & Brewery
Fort Collins, CO
Category: 32 Dortmunder or German-Style Oktoberfest
Move Back
The SandLot
Denver, CO
Category: 38 European-Style Dunkel
Knight Ryder Munich Dunkel
Equinox Brewing Co.
Fort Collins, CO
Category: 41 Bock
Butt Head Bock
Tommyknocker Brewery
Idaho Springs, CO
Category: 49 International-Style Pale Ale
River Runners Pale Ale
Eddyline Brewing
Buena Vista, CO
Category: 60 Irish-Style Red Ale
Irish Red
Glenwood Canyon Brewing Co.
Glenwood Springs, CO
Category: 62 American-Style Brown Ale
Face Down Brown
Telluride Brewing Co.
Telluride, CO
Category: 67 German-Style Wheat Ale
Wildpitch Hefeweizen
The SandLot
Denver, CO
Category: 69 French- and Belgian-Style Saison
Fort Collins, CO
Category: 73 Belgian-Style Strong Specialty Ale
Fort Collins, CO
2012 Great American Beer Festival Pro-Am Competition
More Fun Blonde
New Belgium Brewing Co.
Fort Collins, CO
Brewmaster: New Belgium Brewing Company
AHA Member: Jay Shambo
Category: 17 Gluten-Free Beer
New Planet Beer Co.
Boulder, CO
Category: 24 Wood- and Barrel-Aged Sour Beer
Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project
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V #1 – "City on the Edge"
First Published February 1984
Published by DC Comics Inc.
A trio of trench coat wearing Visitors open fire in the Club Creole in an attempt to kill Mike Donovan, Julie Parrish, Ham Tyler and Chris Farber. Nobody is killed but a passing Visitor patrol decides to join in the festivities and blasts the building from their hoverpad (more on that later). Ham and Chris escape through the front window while Mike and Julie disappear into the secret basement below the Club Creole.
On board the Visitor's mothership, Diana takes responsibility for the attack despite having nothing to do with it in an attempt to keep Lydia's suspicions at bay. The attack was ordered by Nathan Bates. He hired several Visitors to kill Ham after the latter threatened to kill him. After escaping the Club Creole, Ham forces a doctor to tend to the wound Chris sustained in the Visitor attack. A group of Visitors using jet packs open fire on the two but they're able to escape. They're captured when they try to steal a boat.
Julie and Mike, meanwhile, test out a Visitor skyfighter captured by the resistance. Unfortunately, a transducer coil blows and Mike has to make a dangerous landing. Once on the ground, they find a group of townspeople carrying boxes waiting for them. The moment they step out of the skyfighter, however, the townspeople become terrified and run off.
The first question I had after reading this first issue was how it fit in the timeline of V: The Series. My best guess is that it picks up the action shortly the first few episodes. Diana has returned to the mothership, Ham has threatened to kill Nathan and Los Angeles has become a free city. Judging from this issue alone there doesn't appear to be any attempt to sync up the continuity of the television series with the comic book version. I'm assume it was written before the television series premiered.
The Visitors, for example, use some interesting technology in this issue that was never seen on screen. They have a hoverpad that can hold five armed troopers as well as jetpacks. And the Visitors still have a reverberation in their voices so Mike uses a "vocasimulator" to successfully impersonate a Visitor pilot.
As for the story, it stands up to the plots of the episodes. There's a mystery about what the townspeople were doing waiting for the Visitors with boxes (which are apparently filled with live animals). And there's political intrigue between Diana and Lydia. Plus, Ham and Chris are being held at gunpoint by a man on a boat. The artwork isn't quite as good as it could be in terms of recognizable likenesses. Mike, Nathan and Ham are especially generic while at times Julie and Diana do look quite a bit like Faye Grant and Jane Badler.
Without the limitations of a television budget, future issues of this comic book version of V: The Series may very well expand greatly on the mythos of the franchise. Larger battles, bigger and badder Visitor technology, that sort of thing.
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I see you noticed that some of the artwork didn't capture the likenesses of the actors in the show: there may be two or more reasons for that. One, is that there may be a need for the actors to give permission for their images to be used — that seems to vary, depending on how famous a person is. And, two, the skill of the artist. I don't know much about this comic and who did the art (and whether they were facing a deadline, etc.) but some comic book artists are better than others at capturing likenesses. Neal Adams stands out in the field — and John Romita, Jr., son of John Romita, longtime artist on the SPIDERMAN book, has a good eye for faces — even when he is not attempting to capture a 'famous' face, he does a good job at making every character distinct from others.
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No other protein category is as ripe for consolidation as seafood. Hundreds of commercially available seafood species are sold by thousands of independent suppliers nationwide. But the rising cost of doing business, from labor to transportation costs, is forcing big and small companies to consider the benefits of consolidation.
"Merge ahead," this issue's Top Story by Assistant Editor James Wright, details the latest round of mergers and acquisitions in the seafood business and examines what consolidation means for the industry and the players involved.
The majority of this industry's consolidation involves suppliers selling to large supermarket chains. As the pool of supermarket buyers shrinks, so does the number of suppliers feeding the system.
Small seafood wholesalers selling to millions of independent restaurants in the United States have been able to avoid consolidation, for the most part. Pick a popular commercial fishing port, and you'll find a handful of seafood-only processors and distributors. This fragmented industry is good for the independent chef or retail buyer looking for a lot of options, but it makes more work for them. If a restaurant or store runs out of haddock, the buyer might have to call four or five processors to see who has product available, and at what price.
While many buyers tout their long-standing relationships with their vendors and trust them implicitly, that is not the industry standard. Many buyers purchase seafood strictly on price and don't thoroughly check product when it arrives at the back door. Several whitefish look similar when processed, cooked and plated, which leaves the door open for unscrupulous suppliers to sell fraudulent product.
The St. Petersburg Times brought home the stark reality that seafood vendors are duping Florida chefs by passing tilapia and other species off as more expensive grouper (see Newsline, page 10). Unfortunately this type of fraud is low on the radar screen of state and federal authorities because of a lack of resources. Even if legal action were taken against dishonest seafood suppliers, there would have to be gigantic fines before companies sat up and took notice.
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And open my two eyes, Out to the clear, born-singing rills My bird-like spirit flies. To hear the Blackbird, Cuckoo, Thrush,
And when Time strikes the hour for sleep,
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ej----sorry-Brain Breakdown , here! I forgot you were doing quotes this week and posted one, thinking I was just helping out It's like this all day long---one big ADD Party! :o) REALLY enjoyed the poem; especially the line, ---'And common leaves that hum all day That's the personna the garden takes on in late summer! |
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Mon, got any left? Guffaw! You took me back, over to a time in Deerfield 16 years ago; millions of Cicadas were buzzing and buzzing so loudly, like a sci-fi movie. All I could do was stretch my arms out from my sides and turn around and around and around---the buzzing made me dizzy, more than the turning and turning. It was like nothing I'd ever heard and it was \ (You know, I've 'felt' an energy in the garden before, ---it was coming up through the plants, the tree roots, the very dirt----had to be hot out) |
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Helen Jean Harlos
Age: 79 Widowed
City of Residence: Lebanon, Indiana
Date of Death: Monday, January 21, 2013
Cause of Death: Natural Causes
Mrs. Harlos was born on July 31, 1933, in Lebanon, Indiana. She was the daughter of the late Isaac Fay and Susanna L. (Grass) Isenhower.
On October 9, 1959, in Lebanon, Indiana, Helen was married to William Dee Harlos. Mr. Harlos passed away December 5, 2001.
Helen was raised in Lebanon where she was a 1951 graduate of LebanonHigh School. Prior to her marriage, she was employed at Stewart Warner inLebanon. When her husband William, was the county surveyor she served as the deputy surveyor. Mrs. Harlos later went to work for the Western Insurance Group as an underwriter and retired from there in 1985. Helen was best known as a loving wife and homemaker to her family.
Mrs. Harlos enjoyed reading, painting, crosswords puzzles, and tending to her flower garden. In addition, she enjoyed living and participating at LebanonManor where she considered all residents and staff as part of her loving family.
Memberships: Kappa Delta Phi Sorority – Lebanon, Indiana
Visitation is planned for Thursday, January 24, 2013, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Boone County Senior Services, 515 CrownPointe Drive, Lebanon, Indiana.
Interment will follow at a later date.
Cremation has been entrusted to Myers Mortuary, 1502 North Lebanon Street,Lebanon, Indiana.
Three Children: Mrs. Susan E. Redman and husband, Jeff – Lebanon, Indiana
Mrs. Jean Anne Daugherty and husband, James – Indianapolis,Indiana
Mr. William D. Harlos and wife, Riki – Roachdale, Indiana
One Sister: Mrs. Jessie Morris and husband, Duane – Lebanon, Indiana
One Brother: Mr. Fay Isenhower and wife, Sharon – Lebanon, Indiana
Seven Grandchildren: Justin G. Redman – Lebanon, Indiana
Ryan D. Redman – Lebanon, Indiana
James R. Daugherty, II – Indianapolis, Indiana
Daniel J. Daugherty – Indianapolis, Indiana
Shane A. Harlos – Rockville, Indiana
Bryson Harlos – Roachdale, Indiana
Brynnan Harlos – Roachdale, Indiana
Six Great Grandchildren: Erica McPeak
Colton Ranney
Payten Redman
Payge Redman
Wes Redman
Wyatt Redman
Deceased: In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Harlos was preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher L. Redman and a sister, Martha Pearl.
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