text:
The McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture will celebrate its fiftieth anniversary with games, a scavenger hunt, and other family-friendly activities from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1. The birthday celebration, which is free and open to the public, marks fifty years since the museum's official dedication on June 1, 1963.
Service News
UT Libraries Digitizes Maryville Physician's Panoramic Photos of the Smokies
During the 1960s and 1970s, Maryville physician Elgin P. Kintner often hiked into the Great Smoky Mountains and captured the breathtaking views with his camera. The public can now enjoy those photos too, courtesy of the UT Libraries. The library staff has transformed them into an online digital collection.
Cesar's Way: Frazzled by Finals? De-stress with Fido
Cesar Millan, better known as the Dog Whisperer, has featured the Human-Animal Bond in Tennessee (HABIT) program and the role
Free Health Fair for UT Community on April 3
From allergy testing and weight management to answers to your medical questions, the UT community will have a place to go to get free help—with or without insurance—on April 3. The College of Nursing is joining forces with the Student Health Center and UT Medical Center for HealthBeat 2013, a free health fair for UT students, faculty, staff, retirees, and their families. The health fair will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the University Center Ballroom. A variety of screenings and tests will be provided, and information booths will be set up with representatives from various health care organizations and UT departments.
News Sentinel: Elite Korean athletes at UT for unique program
The News Sentinel featured the Next Generation Sports Talent (NEST) program, which is training 19 South Korean athletes to become
CURENT's Family Engineering Night at Sequoyah Elementary School
CURENT held its Family Engineering Night at Sequoyah Elementary School last Thursday. Students and their families explored nine different exhibits, each with a hands-on engineering project.
UT's CURENT and Knox County Schools Host Family Engineering Night
Where can you find homemade prosthetic hands and solar cars? At Family Engineering Night. UT's Engineering Research Center, CURENT, has collaborated with Knox County Schools for a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) outreach event called Family Engineering Night at Sequoyah Elementary School from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6.
Baker Center Has New Scholars, Undergraduate Programs Director
Each year, the Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy solicits applications and selects a group of high-achieving juniors to be Baker Scholars. The Baker Center recently appointed William Park, a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, as its first director of undergraduate programs.
Emily Simerly Named UTPD Chief of Administration
University of Tennessee Police Department Lieutenant Emily Simerly has been named Deputy Chief of Administration, Chief Troy Lane announced today. Simerly began serving in her new role on Tuesday.
College of Arts and Sciences Honors Outstanding Faculty
The College of Arts and Sciences celebrated outstanding faculty with awards in advising, teaching, research, outreach, and service during its annual Winter Convocation on Tuesday.


text:
We created Pandora to put the Music Genome Project directly in your hands
It's a new kind of radio –
stations that play only music you like
Red (Original Demo Recording)
Features of This Trackelectronica influences
country influences
major key tonality
a vocal-centric aesthetic
acoustic rhythm guitars
vocal harmonies
These are just a few of the hundreds of attributes cataloged for this track by the Music Genome Project.show more
Similar Tracks
#BeGONEDirec t i o n e r s
~That Awkward Girl ♪
And I'm trying to get Hey I'm in 4 th grade and I love this song ( go Olaf ) I also love the snow
And I'm trying to get 600 by July
Tell myself it's time now, gotta let go
It's so relatable! Because it IS for me:'< losing him was so blue!!! Loving him was red! Are the lyrics are how I feel for... Well somebody

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Welcome to Railcard Rewards. We've teamed up with a range of exciting partners to make sure you can save money not just on travel, but on everything from gym offers to dining out, and from holidays to west end shows. We update the offers regularly too, so be sure to check for new ones from time to time.
Save 60% on an exclusive case of wine with your Family & Friends Railcard
Special Anniversary Family & Friends Railcard discount!
Save on tickets to see the fantastic Made in Dagenham in London's West End
Railcard holders can get £15 off their first Sassy Bloom gift box order
Top price tickets to the smash-hit play (normally £57.50) reduced to £39.50, and £30 tickets reduced to £20 (plus booking fee*)
Get £25 off your first Gousto box with your Family & Friends Railcard!
Get a year's YHA Household membership for just £10 (that's 67% off!) and save every time you get away!
Save up to 50% at over 6,500 restaurants across the UK!
Save up to £50 on top of Havens best public prices with your Railcard!
Save *20% on Virgin Experience Days with your Family & Friends Railcard
Get 2FOR1 entry at London's top attractions with Days Out Guide


text:
Ian McKellen: 'Silly' Stephen Colbert Cracked Under 'Hobbit' Excitement
If anyone can crack Stephen Colbert, it's Gandalf.
The Comedy Central host and devout J.R.R. Tolkien devotee staged "Hobbit Week" on his show, inviting several series stars and the director, Peter Jackson, as his guests. Kicking off the week Monday was Ian McKellen, who joined Colbert on a set decorated to resemble Bilbo Baggins' house in Bag End. Colbert was extremely enthusiastic the entire evening, and McKellen noticed something a little unusual about him during their conversation.
VIDEO: Ian McKellen and Stephen Colbert Geek Out
"We had a very good, fun time. I still don't know whom I was talking to -- whether it was the real Stephen Colbert," he said, laughing. "I think it perhaps was more than usual. He's such an expert on Tolkien, he really is, he can quote it at length, and he was genuinely enthusiastic about meeting the cast, which he's doing right through this week. So the silly Stephen Colbert, who is normally on the program, rather dropped away. It was interesting to watch."
It took McKellen telling Colbert that he is gay to activate the faux-conservative pundit that the Peabody winner normally portrays, but even then, the effect was only temporary.
McKellen also told THR that he almost had some trouble dealing with his on-set counterparts while filming The Hobbit; given the computer trickery required to create the size difference between himself (as Gandalf) and the 12 dwarves with whom he traveled.
"They provided me with pictures of the dwarves, relative to where they would be on their own set, and whoever was speaking lit up, and I could hear their voice through an earpiece," he explained. "But I was on my own with my own camera that was shooting me at the same moment that they were being shot. I don't understand it, but all I know is that I was pretending to act with 13 people who weren't actually there."
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com; Twitter; @JordanZakarin
Never miss a story. Stay up-to-date with THR's Daily Headlines.
Recommended Stories
Must Reads
Comedy Central's President on Why Trevor Noah Was Chosen as the Next 'Daily Show' Host (Q&A)
Bombshell Scientology Film Revealed: Alex Gibney on Cruise, Travolta and 'the Prison of Belief'
L.A.'s Soho House Turns 5: Membership Rejections, Success Secrets Revealed in Oral History
Gavin Polone on TV's Dirty Secret: Your Agent Gets Money for Nothing (Guest Column)
'Game of Thrones' Star Emilia Clarke on Playing Sarah Connor, Turning Down 'Fifty Shades' and Moving on From Nudity
Reality Power: The Declining Clout of the Broadcast Unscripted Chief
Why More 'Star Wars' Actors Haven't Become Stars
From Christian Bale to Benedict Cumberbatch: Why British Actors Nab So Many American Roles
The Uncensored, Epic, Never-Told Story Behind 'Mad Men'


text:
I will probably get lots of hate comments for posting this article by Chris Hedges. But the truth is the truth. Its time to recognize the dilemma we have accepted and nurtured. Its time to change the conversation.
Chris Hedges: A Message From the Dispossessed – Chris Hedges – Truthdig.


text:
Daisy Apartments
No availability found through our partners. Please contact the business directly or check some of our recommended alternatives.
Photos of Daisy Apartments
Travelers also recommend:
TripAdvisor Reviews Daisy Apartments Marmaris
Travel Blogs from Marmaris
Greece vs turkey
... just like being at home! Apart from the temples carved into the cliffs dating back to 400BC. We got onto a boat to travel down the river delta, it was spooky (or was to me as I was the only one who had seen Apocalypse Now). If I had heard choppers I would have been diving for cover. We had another swim (and a body surf!) at the river mouth before a beautiful lunch and a memorable visit to the thermal baths. The ritual was: step into the mud pool, extract a huge pile of ...
Departure day
... all people and luggage as we entered. Then the endless queue to the bag drop. Then another shorter queue to another scan. Then an unbearable queue for passport control. A shift change and computer problems meant we didn't go anywhere in a hurry. Once through we had 5 minutes in the duty free and our flight was boarding. This lack of food was becoming the norm for Thompson.
Our seats were fine, across the aisle from each other. We took off ...
... contain very ornate tombs carved into the stone walls. These are Hellenistic in style and look very similar to Petra. Wealthy people and royalty were buried in such tombs. The Dalyan River is not so deep and meanders amidst the bullrushes. It is very peaceful.
We finally arrive at Caunos. This is a town from the 6th century BC. It was conquered by the Romans in the 1st century BC and remained under their ...
Idillic Bay day
... Estonia at 7 so we headed to the same bar to watch the match. 0 - 1 another England win and a good enough match to watch. It was just before 9pm so too late for the hotel restaurant. We headed into town to the Florida Bar. 3 course filet steak meal for £12 including a drink. A very nice steak and a friendly waiter. A nice change to the hotel food. Back to the hotel - still no wifi and after several beers and wine no packing either. That will wait until ...
A La Carte day
... I enjoyed my waffle and ice cream. Barry went off to the small shop and came back with some bite spray - a nice gesture but not enough to get him of the hook - 'but he was about to die' After a rest in the room it was out to the town to get Barry a Turkish shave. We settled on one near the hotel which made his face oh so smooth. No flames I. His ears though. Back to the hotel and just about to put my posh frock on when ...


text:
Sometimes it seems like we're all swooning over the same style icons. But how else do you find your personal style?
A to Zee: Law School
Monday 9 A.M.
"I'm often running around in jeans and a nice top—I never know exactly where my day is going."
Cotton-blend double-breasted blazer, 3.1 Phillip Lim, $673, at 3.1 Phillip Lim, NYC. Viscose rayon top, GUESS, $39, visit guess.com. Silk-blend pants, Jill Stuart, $398, at Jill Stuart, NYC. Rock crystal gold ring, H.Stern, $3,900, call 800-7-H-STERN. Leather peep-toe pump, Christian Louboutin, $895, visit christianlouboutin.com. Necklace, M.C.L by Matthew Campbell Laurenza, price on request, visit mcldesign.net
Sizing up...
"I always wear a few big rings."
Gold ring, de Grisogono, price on request, at de Grisogono, NYC


text:
Comment - Soft Drinks & Water - Is Iced Coffee in Need of a Champion?
This month, Ray Rowlands of Drinksinfo Ltd takes a look at the global development of commercialised iced coffee drinks and asks, would a figurehead provide the necessary boost to take the category from its fringe role into the mainstream?
Get full access to all content, just $1 for 30 days
A Message From The Editor
just-drinks gives you the widest beverage market coverage.
Paid just-drinks members have unlimited access to all our exclusive content - including 15 years of archives.
I am so confident you will love complete access to our content that today I can offer you 30 days access for $1.
It's our best ever membership offer – just for you.
Olly Wehring, editor of just-drinks
Olly's offer to you
Risk-free, money-back guarantee
Most Popular
- Comment - Diageo Spins the Guinness Wheel... Again
- Diageo's Labels Give Industry Something to Digest
- Comment - 'Craft' and the Danger of 'Romance Copy'
- Is A-B InBev/SABMiller 'Mega-Merger' Off?
- Who should Stock Spirits Acquire?
- Diageo lines up UK innovations push
- Craft is an 'abused' term - Pernod Ricard exec
- Pernod Ricard queries nutritional label use
- SPI Group 'disappointed' over Stolichnaya ruling
- Diageo's Guinness Golden Ale
Market research
- Global rum insights - market forecasts, product innovation and consumer trends research
- Global non-Scotch whiskies insights - market forecasts, product innovation and consumer trends research
- Champagne: Less Than Bubbly
- Beer Market Insights Africa 2014
- ALDI 2015: Radically transforming Anglo Saxon grocery markets


text:
Floor Plans and Pricing
1 Bedroom
|Unfurnished 1x1 in a 4 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|373 Sq. Ft.
|Unfurnished Room in a 4 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|373 Sq. Ft.
|Furnished Room in a 4 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|373 Sq. Ft.
|Furnished 1x1 in a 4 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|373 Sq. Ft.
|Unfurnished 1x1 in a 2 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|465 Sq. Ft.
|Unfurnished Room in a 2 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|465 Sq. Ft.
|Furnished Room in a 2 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|465 Sq. Ft.
|Furnished 1x1 in a 2 bedroom
|1 Bathroom
|465 Sq. Ft.
2 Bedrooms
|Two Bedroom Suite
|$561 - $583
|2 Bathrooms
|930 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms
|Four Bedroom Suite
|$446 - $468
|4 Bathrooms
|1494 Sq. Ft.
Property Features
- Special Features
- Community Features
- Apartment Amenities
- Local Schools
- Pet Policy
Special Features
- Fall Leasing Specials - Reduced Rent!!
- FREE Full Size Washer/Dryer Incl.
- Private Bathrooms w/ Tub & Shower
- Controlled Gate Access Entry
- FREE Tanning Bed
- FREE 24-Hr Fitness Center
- Utilites Includes/Expanded Cable w/HBO
- Wireless Internet Incl.
- Pool w/Tanning Deck
- Computer Lab
- Free Roommate Matching
- Individual Bedroom Leases
Community Features
- Accepts Credit Card Payments
- Accepts Electronic Payments
- Apartment
- Basketball Court
- Bicycle Racks
- Business Center Onsite
- Computer Lab
- Controlled Access
- Courtesy Officers
- Disability Access
- Fitness Center
- Gated Community
- Online Resident Services
- Planned Social Events
- Pool
- Public Transportation
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Surface Lot
- Tanning
Additional Information
Apartments in Community: 560
Apartment Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Alarm System
- Broadband Internet Access
- Cable or Satellite
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fan
- Dishwasher
- Electric Utilities Included
- Extra Storage
- Furnished Available
- Garbage Disposal
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Microwave
- Patio or Balcony
- Private Bathroom
- Utilities Paid
- Washer Dryer In Unit
- Water Sewer and Trash
- Window Covering
- Wireless Internet Access
Local Schools
- Buchanan Middle School
- Freedom High School
- Mort Elementary School
We believe school data to be accurate, but do not guarantee that. Please be sure to verify where your children will attend school before making your housing decision.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Contact Collegiate Hall Apartments
Collegiate Hall Apartments
Office HoursMonday - Friday 9 - 6 Saturday 10 - 5 Sunday 1-5
Collegiate Hall is a gated community with a 24 Hour Strength Training Room plus 24 Hour Cardio Room, Free Tanning, a Computer Lab With Printer, Resort-Style Pool & Sun Deck, Car Wash. We host organized social events often and so Mom can relax, 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance! With all this, Collegiate Hall is the perfect student-living experience!
From the USF campus, head North on Bruce B. Downs Blvd.Turn left on Bearss Avenue. Collegiate Hall Apartments are immediately on the right hand side, just past Chick Fil A. We are approximatley 1 mile away from the USF Campus.
As you search for your perfect apartment, please keep in mind that rental rates (including specials and discounts) and availability are very fluid in the apartment industry. Based on many factors, the rental rates (including specials and discounts) and availability can actually change not just daily, but hourly, if not even more quickly. While our advertisers do take steps to keep their information current, the rental rates or availability you may find here now at ForRent.com may not be the same as when you contact the communities.
Quick Links For Your Apartment Search
- Tampa Bay metro
- Tampa Bay area
- Tampa
- 33559
- See Also


text:
Guillermo Del Toro has treated Facebook fans with a spiffy squiz from his upcoming U.S Summer tentpole blockbuster "Pacific Rim".
Now this isn't a trailer, as the studio reminds us it's actually the footage screened recently at Cinemacon and Wondercon. So, what you're getting is scenes, as opposed to something resembling a pre-movie preview. Still, it looks great!
This was originally intended for only WonderCon, but after listening to so many of you asking for more of the movie online, I think it's time for me to show you more footage. Enjoy, my friends!- Guillermo del Toro
From acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro comes "Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Pacific Rim."
When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity's resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi)—who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind's last hope against the mounting apocalypse.
- Still Alice - January 25, 2015
- Trailer : She's Funny That Way - January 25, 2015
- Brooke's Top 5 Must See Movies of 2015 - January 25, 2015
- Hateful Eight : More cast, Production begins - January 25, 2015
- The Crow : Evans walks, Hardy talks - January 25, 2015
- New Star Wars standalone film spoilers! - January 25, 2015
- Tyrese Gibson lobbying for Green Lantern - January 25, 2015
- First look at The Revenant starring Leonardo DiCaprio - January 25, 2015
- Julia Roberts bringing Batkid to the big screen - January 24, 2015
- Eli Roth releases Knock Knock teaser - January 24, 2015


text:
Delphi's thermal unit is bought by Mahle for $727 million
4:40 am U.S. ET | Feb. 19, 2015
German auto supplier Mahle has agreed to buy rival Delphi's air conditioning business for $727 million, expanding its thermal management expertise as cars make greater use of electric motors and batteries that need special cooling....
Apple is poaching auto engineers to build battery division, lawsuit claims
Feb. 19, 2015 12:48 CET
Electric-car battery maker A123 Systems has sued Apple for allegedly poaching engineers to build a large-scale battery division, according to a court filing that could offer further evidence that Apple is developing a car....
Apple's electric car dreams may bring auto industry nightmares
6:53 am U.S. ET | Feb. 17, 2015
Before Apple decides to move ahead with its Project Titan project and build an electric car, the company may want to look at the menu of challenges that come with being in the automobile business these days....
VW calls on government to invest more in EVs
4:05 pm U.S. ET | Feb. 10, 2015
Volkswagen of America's top product executive called on federal and state governments to do more to spur electric vehicle sales and EV infrastructure development at an event here today....
BLOG: More black eyes for the diesel engine
11:00 am U.S. ET | Feb. 10, 2015
The diesel engine is in trouble in Europe. Diesel's reputation is being blackened because air quality in many European cities is poor, and that is causing health problems. Fingers are pointing at diesel engines....
Bollore wins backing for EV charging network
Feb. 6, 2015 13:45 CET
Bollore will invest 150 million euros ($172 million) to roll out a charging network across France after winning government approval for the plan. The company said it will install 16,000 new semi-fast chargers in the next four years....
Porsche plans EV-only Pajun, report says
12:01 am U.S. ET | Feb. 2, 2015
Porsche will sell its long-planned Pajun sedan only as an electric car to compete with vehicles such as the Tesla Model S, a German magazine reported....
Bollore eyes Los Angeles in car-sharing expansion
Jan. 29, 2015 11:45 CET
Vincent Bollore is targeting Los Angeles and Singapore as the next markets for his electric-car sharing service after its debuts later this year in London and Indianapolis.The French car-sharing service currently has about 70,000 subscribers in Paris....
Just think of the money you save
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 26, 2015
From $4-$5 a gallon to $2-$3 is good news for every driver and the auto industry....
Forcing EVs on us is a good idea?
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 26, 2015
Electric vehicles and hybrids should not be socially engineered into our lives whether people want them or not....
Porsche plans EV-only Pajun to fight Tesla, report says
Jan. 24, 2015 06:01 CET
Porsche will sell its long-planned Pajun sedan only as an electric car to compete with vehicles such as the Tesla Model S, a German magazine said....
Opel plans EV version of its Karl minicar, report says
Jan. 23, 2015 06:01 CET
Opel plans an electric version of its new Karl minicar, a German magazine reported. The Karl EV could go on sale by the end of 2018, the report said....
BMW, VW will build fast-charging stations for EVs in U.S.
Jan. 23, 2015 12:18 CET
BMW and Volkswagen are joining with ChargePoint, a company that provides EV charging facilities, to build nearly 100 fast-charging stations in the U.S. Both automakers seek to boost interest in their electric or plug-in vehicles, including the BMW i3 and the VW e-Golf....
DOE announces $55 million in funding for green car research
4:12 pm U.S. ET | Jan. 22, 2015
More than $55 million in new funding from the Department of Energy will go toward projects that aim to reduce and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel and conventional vehicles....
About 100 EV stations planned for high-traffic east- and west-coast locations
2:30 pm U.S. ET | Jan. 22, 2015
Around 100 new electric vehicle quick-charging stations will be installed along high-traffic highway corridors on the east and west coasts by year-end under a new deal announced today by BMW, Volkswagen and EV-charging network operator ChargePoint....
Chevy to expand Spark EV sales to Maryland
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 22, 2015
Chevrolet will begin selling the Spark EV in Maryland this spring, its first East Coast entry and third state overall since the electric minicar was launched in California and Oregon in 2013....
Tesla's Musk focused on turning EV skeptics into believers
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 19, 2015
In an hourlong discussion at the Automotive News World Congress, Tesla's Elon Musk offered several pearls of Elonthink and a few prized revelations about his personal life. But the real reason Musk came to Detroit was to deliver an urgent message to the industry establishment: Believe in EVs now, or regret it later....
Musk: 'Keep driving our volume' to hit targets
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 19, 2015
Electric vehicle maker Tesla Motors Inc. should be able to sell "a few million" cars per year by 2025, after the company has broadened its lineup beyond the Model S sedan and opened a "gigafactory" to double the world's supply of lithium ion battery cells, CEO Elon Musk said last week at the Automotive News World Congress....
Want a BMW i8? Get in a long, long line
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 17, 2015
BMW will get 50 percent more i8 plug-in hybrids -- 1,000-plus cars -- in the US this year than in 2014, but that still won't be enough to fill the order bank. The wait for an i8, with a list price of $137,450, including shipping, is about a year, said Ludwig Willisch, CEO of BMW of North America....
Nissan close to eliminating EV range anxiety with longer range, exec says
4:19 pm U.S. ET | Jan. 14, 2015
Nissan is very close to eliminating range anxiety with its next-generation electric vehicle battery. The company's chief planning officer declined to give a timeline for expanding the electric car's driving range, but suggested the breakthrough could come around the debut of the next-generation Leaf electric vehicle. That car may arrive around 2017 or 2018....
BLOG: GM takes long view with Chevrolet Bolt EV
11:30 am U.S. ET | Jan. 13, 2015
Looking way the road, the Chevrolet Bolt EV has another mission entirely....
Why falling fuel prices are bad, bad news
12:01 am U.S. ET | Jan. 12, 2015
Cheap gasoline usually brings higher incentives on hybrids and other fuel-efficient cars -- making it harder for automakers and suppliers to sell them at a profit....
Vandalized Toyotas stall car-sharing program in France
Jan. 11, 2015 06:01 CET
Toyota's electric car-sharing experiment in Grenoble, France, hit problems after several of the carmaker's i-Road vehicles were vandalized. The difficult start illustrates some of the challenges automakers face as they enter the electric-car market, where local support for infrastructure is key....
Tesla seeks solutions in 'fragmented' Europe
Jan. 9, 2015 06:01 CET
Tesla expects Europe to play a big part in its bid to hit production targets by the end of 2015, but the region presents unique challenges, as the electric carmaker's global sales boss, Jerome Guillen, explained to Automotive News Europe....
Detroit Electric's sports car takes shape
11:45 am U.S. ET | Jan. 6, 2015
It's been slow in coming, but the Detroit Electric sports car is taking shape....
News by Brand


text:
Unofficial State Soil of Louisiana: RustonThe Field Notes County Fair edition. Our tribute to the 50 states.
Fresh Signals
-jc.11.16.12 #
A post from the daily flow of linkage called Fresh Signals, at Coudal.com.
Find a Job
More @ We Work Remotely.
© 1999-2014 Coudal Partners, Inc. All Rights Reserved | contact: info at...
| RSS Feed


text:
First Cuttings Of The Season
Hi everyone,
I just got my first new cuttings (trade) of the season today! I now own merrilli IML 0465 (yellow leaves), a NOID pubicalyx, cagayensis (the one with no leaves, but I see new growth) and bella! Here they are!
I am remaining optimistic that merrilii and cagayensis will pull through. They'll all be getting some extra TLC!
Brad AKA Moonwolf
Hi Brad,
Congratulations on your lovely cuttings. I hope they all pull through - that's great news that the cagayanensis has signs of new growth! It is pretty hot these days, so I am a little bit worried about shipping plants, but Hoyas are tough and it is a good time of year for rooting, so we plunge ahead. ;)
You named 4, but I see 5 plants. What is the last one?
Hi GG,
Thank you! We're going to get hit with heat and humidity later today and tomorrow. Cagayensis was on my wish list and I really hope it pulls through. I'm excited about all of them!
Whoops! Silly me! The last cuttings I got were limoniaca. They're in the black square pot on the right. I had that one before but the mealies attacked it. Oh and disregard the writing on the styrofoam cups. I crossed them out with my paint pen I used to label my Winter Sowing containers and labels. Hmm, I think the next time I'm at a dollar store I'll look for craft/popsicle sticks for labels.
Brad AKA Moonwolf
The wooden sticks rot pretty fast. I get 100 plastic labels for around $3 locally, but if you can't find them (or you just like the idea of recycling...), the old-timers in my plant club take old plastic blinds and cut them up to use for plant labels. If your mother doesn't have an old one sitting in a closet, you can usually find one at a garage sale, and one blind yields a LOT of labels! Plus they're wider than a standard plant label, so you can get more information on them.
Denise in Omaha
Hi Brad,
Happy new cuttings, hope they do well for you.
About making labels, if you can find any old Venitian blinds, they make great labels & each length can be cut into multiple pieces, depending on the width of the blinds. Depending on where one lives, sometimes one can find these curbside when folks put out the garbage.
Hi PG,
Funny you should mention the Venitian blinds. That's exactly what I used for my labels for Winter Sowing. I just might have to look around for a set maybe at the Goodwill or secondhand stores.
Brad AKA Moonwolf
In case you don't know, most of those metal blinds also contain lead, so keep them out of reach of kids and wash your hands after handling!
Hi Denise! Didn't see your post there! Sorry! Hmm, looks like a trip to the secondhand store is in order :-). I've also been looking for old plant hangers and plant stands. I forgot to mention that I did use a couple leftover blind labels from my Winter Sowing for my pubicalyx and limoniaca.
Hi Kittee, thank you for that tip! Welcome to the forum!
Brad AKA Moonwolf


text:
famous alpine tee
by Famous Stars & Straps
$15.99 $22.00
The Famous Alpine Tee by Famous Stars & Straps features:
- US Sizing
- Crew-neck
- Short sleeve
- Vertical design "FAM" on front and "OUS" on back
- Black and Grey accent colors
- Imported
Model is wearing size M
Model Height:6'2 (188 cm)
Fabric:100% Cotton
Item ID:1796343
Got a question? We're here to help!
to chat with one of our representatives.
HOURS OF OPERATION (Available 7 Days a Week)
- Monday — Friday 9am — 11pm EST
- Saturday & Sunday 11am — 7pm EST
Feel free to email us at [email protected], and one of our team members will reply within 24 hours.
Sign up today to receive our special offers!


text:
Have 40000 miles on a MB C240 4matic. Just started noticing a rumbling noise when turning wheel at low speeds. Does not occur when turning wheel while vehicle is stopped. Do not notice when turning at speeds above 10 mph. Have been told this is normal with the all wheel drive over time. Would a transfer case fluid change help. Any other thoughts as to reason?
View questions for:All Mercedes-Benz
2004 Mercedes-Benz C240
Mercedes-Benz Q&AAsk Your Question
2004 Mercedes-Benz C240 Question: What would cause a rumbling sound when turning wheels at low speeds
lsgear, Oakland, MI, October 29, 2010, 10:41
0 Answers
Answer Ranks
This week's top 10
|1 stevieray1
|6 CharlesAutomotive
|2 pushrod
|7 Hal...
|3 globalhelper
|8 RCMotors
|4 csubak30
|9 wrayauto
|5 ziptie12
|10 raytucker


text:
ADA Info
Join us on Saturday, August 6th, at 1:30 PM for our last Craft & Go of the summer. This week we will have CD Case Picture Frames.
Are you a Potterhead? How about a Twihard? Have you dreamt of attending Camp Halfblood? Well, this quiz bowl is for you. Come to the Myth, Magic, and Blood Bowl on Monday August 1st @ 4pm to show off your trivia knowledge of the Harry Potter, Twilight, and Percy Jackson series. Spectators are welcome, as are all teens! The first ten teens to enter will be the contestants.
Join us Saturday at 1:30 PM for our Craft & Go. This week we will have Needlepoint kits.
Kids, join us on August 2nd at 3 pm for a Puppet Pizzaz Extravaganza with Mr. Greg Ruhe for our final SRP program this year. Tickets can be picked up at the information desk 1 hour before the program. Mr. Ruhe has been delighting children in schools and libraries in the Houston area for the past 20 years with his puppets. This show is sure to be a lot of fun so we look forward to seeing you all there. Because of limited space, children must be old enough to sit through a program without a parent.
It's Not a Box! Or is it? Let your children get creative at our next special Summer Reading Program event on Tuesday, July 26th at 3:00 PM. Children will explore all the things they can create with a simple box…and have a ton of fun doing it! Tickets are required for admission to this program. Tickets are released 1 hour before the start of the program. Recommended for ages 5-12.
Harris County Texas
Mobile Site
About the Library
Locations & Hours
Holiday Closings
Library Cards
Military Library Cards
HCPL Digital Media Catalog
Interlibrary Loan
Meeting Rooms
Purchase Suggestion
Library Jobs
Job Search Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Ask a Librarian
Staff List
Connect with HCPL
Staff Login
Information for Persons with Disabilities: Harris County Public Library will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities who are interested in attending library programs. To make a request for yourself or someone you know, please notify the Branch Librarian two working days in advance of the program.
The Harris County Public Library Website by Harris County Public Library is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License. It is designed for 1024x768 resolution and Internet Explorer 7+, Firefox 3+, and Safari 3+ browsers. For additional information, see our Credits page.


text:
Search Results for demi lovato
- All Sources
- People's Choice User Polls
- People's Choice Buzz Blog
- People's Choice Buzz Polls - All
- People's Choice Buzz Polls - Featured
- People's Choice Music Polls
- People's Choice General Polls
- People's Choice Images Feed
- PCA Incremental Video Feed
- PCA Nominees and Winners Archive
- People's Choice TV Polls
Is Demi Lovato Teaming Up With Eminem?
stars be making an appearance on Demi Lovato 's upcoming album? The "Heart Attack" singer ..... promises to be her best work yet! Demi Lovato 's fifth studio album is rumored ..... released later this year. Tagged: demi lovato , Eminem , Music , Nick Jonas
Black And Blue Or White And Gold? Celebrities Are Losing It Over 'The Dress'
Sidibe (@GabbySidibe) February 27, 2015 Hold on.... So people actually see white and gold....??!! — Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) February 27, 2015 What color is that dress? I see white & gold. Kanye sees black & blue, who is color
Demi Lovato Rushed To The ER: Find Out How She's Doing Now
hospital in Tarzana, California on Tuesday, Demi Lovato has returned home and is in the process ..... hashtag # GetWellSoonDemi . Here's hoping Demi has a full and speedy recovery! Tagged: Celebrity , demi lovato
Which MTV Artist To Watch Will Rule 2015?
her own. With powerhouse vocals and Nirvana-inspired grunge appeal, this Jersey girl has opened for big names like Demi Lovato , and is poised to drop her debut work this spring. Hoodie Allen This guy used to work at Google. Really. Now, I
We Can't Stop Listening To Kelly Clarkson's Catchy New Single
adroitly describes Clarkson's new single as a "a pretty firm mix of Jimmy Eat World's "The Middle" and Demi Lovato 's "Heart Attack." Do you agree? "This is my heartbeat song and I'm gonna play it Been so long I forgot
Christina Perri Reveals What It's Like To Be Spin Partners With Demi Lovato
Photo Credit: Getty Images Demi Lovato and Christina Perri aren't just tourmates ..... in our free time." We see a Demi Lovato -Christina Perri workout anthem in ..... People's Choice Awards alert! Demi Lovato wins "Favorite Pop Artist" in
Demi Lovato Got The Cutest Christmas Present Ever
It may only be December 18, but Demi Lovato is already celebrating the holiday ..... twitter.com/71SphAslPb — Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) December 16, 2014 ..... twitter.com/Oi2vCXqZTk — Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) December 16, 2014 If
Why Is Demi Lovato Sharing A Holiday Sweater With One Direction's Niall Horan, Sam Smith, And Olly Murs?
card go viral, you can stop now. Demi Lovato and her team of British bros have ..... People's Choice Awards alert! Demi Lovato wins "Favorite Pop Artist" in 2012 ..... Watch below! Tagged: Celebrity , demi lovato , Niall Horan , Olly Murs , Sam
5 Of The Most Spectacular Jingle Ball Performances So Far This Year
made for an unforgettable set. Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas at KISS FM Jingle Ball ..... duet "Avalanche" with friend Demi Lovato rather than the drumbeat of his usual ..... Tagged: Ariana Grande , Big Sean , demi lovato , Jingle Ball , Meghan Trainor
Demi Lovato Almost Had A Royal Run-In With Kate Middleton's Baby Bump
Images Hands off Kate Middleton, Demi Lovato ! An international incident of ..... proportions was luckily averted during Demi Lovato 's recent visit to London to perform ..... look like an idiot or potentially Demi Lovato from Frozen is about to get taken


text:
BELLEFONTE, Pa. — Jerry Sandusky believes he is the victim of a grand conspiracy. At his sentencing hearing here Tuesday for numerous convictions of child molestation, Sandusky gave a rallying speech, the type he might have once presented during halftime of an especially tough Penn State football game.
Sandusky, speaking for more than 10 minutes, remembered the days of water balloon fights and hoisting kids up into the air, but he also reflected on his darkest hours, stuck in a small cell, locked away from his wife, children and pet dog.
"When I look at those walls, I see the light," said Sandusky, 68, who was convicted in June on 45 counts of sexually abusing 10 young boys. "I love people who won't quit. I love ordinary people who overcome. I love underdogs."
Although Sandusky has maintained his innocence and argued publicly that he was targeted by a "veteran accuser" who conspired against him, Judge John Cleland on Tuesday ordered the former Penn State assistant football coach to spend at least 30 years in prison.
"That has the unmistakable impact of saying, clearly, for the rest of your life," Cleland told Sandusky, in handing down a sentence that could range from 30 to 60 years. "You abused the trust of those who trusted you. ... The crime is not only what you did to their bodies, but your assault to their psyches and souls."
Sandusky briefly looked down as the sentence was announced.
After court recessed, Sandusky, smiling broadly and laughing, spoke with his attorney. The former coach, dressed in a bright-red jumpsuit, was then led away by officers.
The sentencing took less than 90 minutes, but it provided another step toward closure for Sandusky's victims and for a community that has been stunned by one of the most devastating, high-profile abuse scandals to hit higher education.
"We all have a sense of relief that Jerry Sandusky is going to die in prison, that he's not going to be able to do this again," said Matt Casey, a Philadelphia attorney whose firm represents four of the victims who testified at Sandusky's trial in June and one of Sandusky's adopted sons, who came forward during the trial.
Eight victims testified against Sandusky at his trial. Two other victims have never been identified, but jurors heard from those who witnessed or heard about their abuse. Each victim spoke emotionally about how Sandusky won their trust and then slowly became more physical.
The abuse spanned more than a decade, according to trial testimony, and occurred in hotel rooms before football games, during trips to bowl games, in university locker-room showers and in a bedroom in Sandusky's basement. Some of Penn State's most powerful leaders, including the late Joe Paterno, the legendary former head football coach, have been accused of knowing about the abuse and not taking enough action to stop it.
On June 22, after two days of deliberations, the jury found Sandusky guilty of 45 of the 48 charges against him. Sandusky's bail was immediately revoked, and he has been jailed since.
At the sentencing hearing Tuesday, three victims took the stand, all three struggling to speak at times.
One victim looked directly at Sandusky and said: "I don't forgive you, and I don't know if I ever will forgive you. I grew up in a bad situation, and you only made it worse."
Cleland spoke directly to the victims and others as he delivered the sentence: "The fact you were assaulted is no cause for embarrassment or shame. ... It is for your courage, and not for your assault, for which you will be remembered."
Soon after Sandusky was convicted, Penn State released a statement saying it planned to "privately, expeditiously and fairly" address the concerns of Sandusky's victims and compensate them.


text:
T-O girls: Moore's lead grows to seven
Final round returns to Weeks Park
Sarah Moore doesn't think she's playing very good golf right now.
But don't expect the rest of the field in the Girls Championship Flight to feel sorry for her.
The defending champ shot a 3-over-par 75 Wednesday at The Champions Course at Weeks Park to increase her lead to seven in the 58th annual Texas-Oklahoma Junior Golf Tournament.
The numbers back her up as she is 7-over-par 221 on the three golf courses she plays the most.
"I feel like I shot an 85," the Burkburnett golfer said. "I left a lot of shots out there.
I'm hoping to come out and post a good number I'm actually proud of."
The Girls Championship Flight was cut to the top 24 and ties, with the cut coming at 251 — 30 shots behind Moore.
The Flight will play at Weeks again for Thursday's final round with the lead group scheduled to tee off on No. 10 at 9:10 a.m.
"Actually, I did save a lot of shots today," Moore said. "I had a great up-and-down on No. 9, but I still bogeyed it. I also missed about three putts within 10 feet that I usually make. My putting hasn't been as strong this week."
The lead could have been a lot bigger regardless of what Moore did because of a slow start by Emma Allen, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, who is currently in second place after a 76 on Wednesday (228).
The future Oklahoma City University golfer bogeyed the first three holes right out of the box and then followed that up with bogeys on Nos. 7 and 8.
But she came back with birdies on Nos. 9 and 10 and picked up another shot with a birdie on the par-3 14th.
She almost did herself in with a double bogey on No. 17, but finished the round with a birdie on 18 for the 4-over-par round.
"I thought it was a pretty decent round until the double on 17 almost screwed it up," Allen said. "Luckily I came back and got the birdie on No. 18. Of course, I can't ask for much after bogeying the first three holes. I finally had some putts that fell and I hit a few good shots.
"Still, I had hoped for some more improvement today. I think I learned a lot about how the course is going to play for tomorrow."
Allen is the closest competitor to Moore, followed by Randi Romack of Austin at 230.
Camille Enright, of Plano, and Maria Fernanda Prado, of Puebla, Mexico, both sit at 231.
So it's going to take something very strange happening to keep Moore from winning her second consecutive title.
"I'm just out here to play, not to win," Allen said. "I'm just happy to play in a tournament like this. I'm focusing more on technique this summer, getting ready for college.
"I want to hit my irons a little better and hopefully putt a little better. I want a little more consistency in my game,"
"I'd really like to shoot in the 60s," said Moore. "I want to put up a number I'm proud of. Last year I shot a 67. That would be nice.
"I just want to end it on a good note."
Snyder wins Girls 14-15
Savannah Snyder, of Wichita Falls, won the Girls 14-15 Division Wednesday with a 77 at The Champions Course at Weeks Park.
The TAPPS Class A state champion from Wichita Christian trailed by three shots going into the final round to Stormy Randazzo, of Rowlett.
The two finished tied at 235 after the third round and Snyder won the first-place trophy on a scoreboard playoff.
Subscribe to the Times Record News
Need Help? Call us at 1-877-710-6181.
Monday-Friday: 5:30am-8pm / Saturday: 6am-1pm / Sunday: 6am-1pm


text:
Our special coverage of the closest race for years
Explore the personal stories of Syrian refugees in Lebanon
07 Jul 2012 21:41 GMT | Politics, Africa, Burkina Faso, Mali, Russia
Six west African leaders have called for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate "war crimes" in northern Mali, in a statement issued at the end of a summit on the crisis there.
Over the past week, armed Islamist fighters have descended on cemeteries holding the remains of Timbuktu's Sufi saints, systematically destroying its six most famous tombs, in actions decribed by the ICC as possible war crimes.
"They are asking the International Criminal Court to proceed with necessary investigations to identify those responsible for war crimes and to take the necessary action against them," the statement from the regional Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) said.
The appeal came after Burkina Faso's President Blaise Compaore, the top mediator for ECOWAS, and five other leaders, met in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, with several Malian leaders, though not the country's transitional president or prime minister.Interim president Dioncounda Traore, who has been receiving medical care in Paris since being attacked in his office in May, while no reason was given for the absence of Cheikh Modibo Diarra, the prime minister.Military intervention
ECOWAS also called on Mali to request a UN-backed military intervention in order to try to win back the country's north, which has been overrun by Ansar Dine and MUJAO, radical Islamic groups linked to al-Qaeda.The group of west African nations also called on Mali to put in place by July 31 a "national unity government" that could put an end to the months-long crisis, following a coup in the capital Bamako.Malian influence holders should draw up plans to "implement a roadmap to end the crisis," the statement said.
An official in Mali's national assembly said on Thursday that Traore's decision not to attend the Ouagadougou talks had less to do with his condition than with perceptions in his home country, where he has not returned since the incident.
Renegade soldiers overthrew the elected president on March 22 but, under intense regional and international pressure, later agreed to hand power back to a civilian administration.
Traore was attacked by a group of people who had backed the coup.
'Protectors of the Faith'The ICC has described the destruction of Timbuktu's heritage over the past week by Ansar Dine, who believe the tombs are not consistent with Islamic law, as a possible war crime.
Ansar Dine, or "Protectors of the Faith", seized control of Timbuktu last week, after ousting the Tuareg rebel faction that had invaded northern Mali alongside Ansar Dine's soldiers three months ago.
UNESCO, the UN cultural agency, has called for an immediate halt to the destruction of the sacred tombs. Irina Bokova, who heads UNESCO, reported in a statement issued on Saturday that the centuries-old mausoleums of Sidi Mahmoud, Sidi Moctar and Alpha Moya had been destroyed.
Last week, meeting in St Petersburg in Russia, UNESCO's World Heritage Committee had placed the mausoleums on its list of sites in danger due to the attacks, UNESCO spokesman Rony Amelan, said.
On Sunday, during a stop in Senegal, Fatou Bensouda, prosecutor for the ICC, said that the destruction of the city's patrimony constitutes "a possible war crime", according to private radio station RFM.
Reached by telephone in an undisclosed location in northern Mali on Saturday, a spokesman for Ansar Dine said it did not recognise either the UN or the ICC.
Source: Agencies
Security Council calls for sanctions against fighters in north and says razing of shrines could lead to ICC charges.
Politics, Africa, Mali
Thousands gather in capital Bamako to protest rebels' takeover of the northern region.
Politics, Africa, Burkina Faso, France, Mali
Recent court ruling finds police unit not guilty of rounding up and executing 42 Muslim men during 1987 communal riots.
Human Rights, India, Asia
Nigerians are flooding home for Saturday's vote, but fears of violence grow amid the too-close-to-call election.
Nigeria Decides, Nigeria, Africa
More than 800 people were killed and 65,000 displaced in religion-based election violence in 2011 in the central city.
Nigeria Decides, Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan
More than 100 people were gunned down in Maidan Square a year ago, but investigations have failed to bring prosecutions.
Human Rights, Politics, War & Conflict
Leaders meet in Egypt to discuss crisis in Yemen, where Saudi-led coalition is striking bases of Houthi rebels.
War & Conflict, Middle East
Voters head to polls to choose their president against a backdrop of violent attacks by armed group Boko Haram.
Politics, Africa
It is a source of sustenance but also of tension and new political realities are now increasing uncertainty.
Egypt, Sudan, Middle East
A media post-mortem into the UK's surveillance report. Plus, why five years on in Argentina the media looks so familiar.
Media, Edward Snowden, Security
The untold story of how the Lebanese community overcame the odds and found their place in multicultural Australia.
Asia Pacific, Australia, Lebanon
How to keep a telenovela profitable and demanding sponsors happy while inspiring the production team to stay passionate.
Arts & Culture, Mexico, Latin America


text: http://ubuntuforums.org – I want to purchase some form of a portable Ubuntu to get used to using it. I had it as a live version on a flash drive but something went wrong and my flash drive was ruined. I want to be able to use it as a full OS with all of my information on it. I want to be able to plug it in from computer to computer so I'd assume the best way to go is USB. I've been looking at portable hard drives but they seem so expensive. Is there a cheaper alternative. I don't need tons of space, not that much at all. Even under 50-100gb is more than enough. Is there any cheap hard drive I could purchase or should I buy a high quality large USB drive? Thanks Adam (Hardware)


text:
StartUpHire is the place to find Financial Business Analyst jobs. Review the list of Financial Business Analyst career opportunities to the left. These Financial Business Analyst jobs represent some of the most rewarding careers available.
You can refine your job search for Financial Business Analyst career opportunities by adding a job title, company name, or keyword to the search box above … or click the "Advanced Search" link for more options.
Don't see the employment opportunity you're looking for? Check back soon for more Financial Business Analyst jobs, or sign up for an email alert (link below) to receive periodic updates on new Financial Business Analyst jobs.
The Challenge Are you one of those rare individuals who truly understands business needs and how to solve them with technology? Do you have the ability to thoroughly understand really complex systems and get excited about seeing how they can absolutely transform an4/1/2015 Boston, MA Save This Job
At Pandora, we're a unique collection of engineers, musicians, designers, marketers, and world-class sellers with a common goal: to enrich lives by delivering effortless personalized music enjoyment and discovery. Peopleâthe listeners, the artists, and our employeesâare3/19/2015 Oakland, CA Save This Job
Location: Barre, VT Department: Corporate Finance & Accounting Reporting to: Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis Summary The Financial Planning Analyst position is responsible for providing support to a broad range of stakeholders throughout the business and2/23/2015 Barre, VT Save This Job
Location: Frederick , Maryland , United States Corporate Profile Regent is a leading Software-as-a-Service provider of financial aid management software solutions with more than 30 years of industry experience. The company?s web-based, easy-to-use solutions interoperate with2/23/2015 Frederick, MD Save This Job
COMPANY BACKGROUND Welocalize, Inc., founded in 1997, offers innovative translation and localization solutions helping global brands to grow and reach audiences around the world in more than 125 languages. Our solutions include global localization management, translation, supply2/14/2015 Portland, OR Save This Job
Description Senior Business Analyst The Business Analyst is the individual who will have primary responsibility to effect, analyze, validate, manage, specify and verify the exact needs of the project stakeholders, customers and end users. The BA will serve as a conduit between1/26/2015 Exton, PA Save This Job
Downtown Denver-based Start-up Company seeks a dynamic service-oriented professional who is highly-organized and has experience catering to affluent clientele from around the world. The ideal candidate has a thorough understanding of programming principles, system analysis1/31/2015 Denver, CO Save This Job
You may have started out as a developer who wants to make the switch to the business side. Or, you may already have business experience with an affinity for the technical. Understanding complex problems and generating efficient, elegant product and client solutions commands your2/7/2015 Boston, MA Save This Job
Location:San Diego Req ID:1607 # of Openings:1 Peregrine Semiconductor Corporation, a Murata company, is the founder of RF silicon on insulator (SOI) and is a leading fabless provider of high-performance, integrated RF solutions. Since 1988 Peregrine and its founding team have3/19/2015 San Diego, CA Save This Job
Company Background Exari is an exciting and vibrant multinational company with an office in the heart of the Back Bay in Boston. We are a global leader in the development of document automation, document assembly and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solutions for large2/25/2015 Boston, MA Save This Job
Essential Job Functions: Invoice Media Coordination Invoice Media Coordination Operations Day-to-day management of Invoice Media Coordination resources Prepare and take action on results of Invoice Media Coordination daily reporting.2/9/2015 Reston, VA Save This Job
We rely on the numbers to make sound business decisions here at LegalZoom, so our finance team is integral to keeping us on the right track. This team is obsessed with data analysis and getting the numbers right. There?s lots of Excel, but there?s also plenty of cross-functional2/8/2015 Austin, TX Save This Job
All times are in India Standard Time. Job ID 2015-1071 # of Openings 1 Job Locations US-GA-Duluth Posted Date 3/17/2015 Category Customer Service/Support Company Cypress Care Corporate More information about this job: Overview: The Business Analyst works as a liaison between3/30/2015 Duluth, GA Save This Job
About us: Revionics delivers proven End-to-End Merchandise Optimization solutions, enabling retailers of all sizes to execute a fact-based omnichannel merchandising strategy utilizing the most comprehensive set of shopper demand signals to enhance financial performance with2/2/2015 Austin, TX Save This Job
ID 2015-1440 # of Openings 1 Job Locations US-PA-Exton Posted Date 2/20/2015 Category Information Technology More information about this job: Overview: iPipeline is a leading provider of cloud-based software solutions for the life insurance industry. Through our SaaS2/25/2015 Exton, PA Save This Job
ID 2015-1350 # of Openings 1 Job Locations US-UT-Salt Lake City CA-Vancouver Posted Date 1/21/2015 Category Information Technology More information about this job: Overview: iPipeline leads the industry in providing the next-generation suite of sales distribution software to2/25/2015 Salt Lake City, UT Save This Job
ID 2014-1121 # of Openings 1 Job Locations US-FL-Ft. Lauderdale Posted Date 10/8/2014 Category Information Technology More information about this job: Overview: iPipeline leads the industry in providing the next-generation suite of sales distribution software to the insurance1/26/2015 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Save This Job
More information about this job: Overview: Billtrust is a company that leverages leading technology and a commitment to service to support one of the strongest client lists in business. Respected brands like Kraft Foods, CDW, Toshiba, and Stanley Black & Decker rely on us to3/13/2015 Hamilton, NJ Save This Job
Req No. REQ108314 Location US-CO-Denver US-TN-Nashville Category Data/Analytics Job Description: Business Analyst- Integration Services Location: Denver, CO Role Description This role is responsible for ongoing analysis of ServiceSource (SREV) and industry-specific data3/11/2015 Denver, CO Save This Job
Job Description MaxPoint is seeking a Finance Analyst to help execute the company?s financial planning and metric-based reporting vision with a heavy focus on forecasting and analysis. This individual will drive analysis and reporting to augment the financial reporting cycle,3/23/2015 Morrisville, NC Save This Job


text:
|RSS Feed
Saint Anselm Gets $1.2 Million for Biomedical Research
The college has been awarded $1.2 million from a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant that is designed to create a biomedical research network in New Hampshire. The award is part of a $15.4-million NIH grant for the state's IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence... Read More
Saint Anselm College Hosts Mock Trial Qualifying Tournament
On February 17, more than 240 students from all over the northeast will converge on campus to prepare for a murder trial as Saint Anselm College hosts the American Mock Trial Association's Qualifying Tournament.... Read More
Psychology Students Attend Eastern Conference
Five Saint Anselm students and three professors attended the 85th Annual Meeting of the Eastern Psychological Association. Professors, students, and professional psychologists met to present and discuss their research in the field of psychology.... Read More
Psychology Majors Take the Stage at Eastern Conference
Fourteen current Saint Anselm psychology students are presenting their research at the Eastern Psychological Association (EPA) Conference in New York City this week.... Read More
Professor Emeritus Richard F. Hechtl Passes Away
Richard Hechtl, associate professor emeritus and former chair of the psychology department, died Wednesday, May 29. ... Read More
New Faculty Ready to Teach
Seven assistant professors join the college's distinguished faculty this fall, bringing teaching and research experience in areas such as Alzheimer's Disease, African history, and the reason why snakes flick their tongues.... Read More
New Core Curriculum Renews Commitment to the Liberal Arts
Saint Anselm College has approved a new core curriculum that represents a renewed commitment to the liberal arts and the humanities, and is geared to rigorous learning outcomes, said Father Jonathan DeFelice, O.S.B., president of the college.... Read More
Month-Long Series Highlights Humanities and Sciences
Saint Anselm students are writing, performing, studying, researching, and creating. The results of their work include thesis papers, paintings, posters, and more, all of which are on display this month as part of SOAR, a celebration of student achievement.... Read More
Loretta Brady Awarded Fulbright Scholar Grant in Cyprus
Saint Anselm College associate professor of psychology, Dr. Loretta Brady, of Manchester, N.H., was awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant in Cyprus from January to June 2013.... Read More
Grant Gives Students Insight into Biomedical Research
This summer 14 Saint Anselm College students are in the labs on campus training and conducting grant-related and independent research.... Read More


text: We ate on the main floor. The menu is varied and I did read they have great beef. The tomato salad was quite good, but I would not want that much dressing on my salad at home. The bacalao with scrambled eggs was good, the beef goulash was really tasty. Price reasonable and service ok. Good... read more


text:
I'm having a very irritating issue with a self-referential
belongs_to association in Rails 3:
class Locale < ActiveRecord::Base
belongs_to :parent_locale, :class_name => 'Locale', :foreign_key => 'parent_locale_id'
In console:
locale = Locale.find(2)
locale.parent_locale = Locale.find(3)
#----> Association is saved correctly!
=> 3
#----> Association is returned correctly!
# Now let's retrieve the record again, and see if it still works...
locale = Locale.find(2)
=> 3
=> nil
What on earth could be the issue here? Any suggestions?
Edit: This does not work either:
belongs_to :parent_locale, :class_name => 'Locale', :foreign_key => 'parent_locale_id', :inverse_of => :child_locales
has_many :child_locales, :class_name => 'Locale', :foreign_key => 'parent_locale_id', :inverse_of => :parent_locale
Edit: I enabled SQL query logging in the console and noticed what happens when I try to retrieve the
Phrase Load (0.4ms) SELECT `phrases`.* FROM `phrases` WHERE `phrases`.`key` = 'parent_locale_id' LIMIT 1
=> nil
Whoa, what is this? It turns out that
Locale has the following method:
def [](key)
if phrase = Phrase.find_by_key(key)
t = self.translations.find_by_phrase_id(phrase.id)
t.text if t
Still, how do I make sure this method is not triggered, but the association instead? Frankly, I don't even know why this method is called, as I'm not treating the locale as an array anywhere. Also, there are other associations on this class that do work.


text:
|See It
Local Sellers
Product Details
Our most popular United States wall map. Features all 50 States with insets for Alaska and Hawaii. All major cities, transportation routes, State boundaries, National Parks, inland waterways, and mountain ranges are clearly displayed and labeled. Available in several size, printing, and lamination configurations.Scale: 1:4,560,000Size: 43 x 30
Quick Glance
Theme: Kids
Product Title: National Geographic The United States Classic Map - Map Type: Laminated
Manufacturer: National Geographic
Lowest Price: $26.38 from Wayfair
Additional Specifications
Parent Retsku: B002HNHS0I


text:
Buffalo Style Chicken Wings
Made This Recipe? Add Your Photo
Total Time
Prep20 mins
Cook15 mins
This is my version of chicken wings. This is a sauce that you can use it for mild, medium, or hot. Just adjust the amount of sauce you use, not the amount of pepper...
- 24 medium chicken wings
- 12 ounces hot sauce (I like durkee's or Franks)
- 2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 6 tablespoons butter
- Pat wings dry after thawing and cleaning. Get fryer temp to 350 degrees.
- Put about 12 wings in for about 12 minutes, depending on your fryer size. Wings should be floating and bubbles subsiding when done.
- Empty on paper towels or let drip in basket. Dump into container with a few tablespoons of wing sauce and shake until coated.
- Pour onto serving plate with celery or carrot sticks and ranch dressing. Adjust amount of sauce for hot or mild.


text:
Please, need help renovating 1925 bathroom (main BR for 4)
Dear fellow Garden Web Friends,
I need help and suggestions for my BR renovation. Specifically, I need help with tiles. I want a basket weave mosaic for the floor. I love Celeste blue for the dots. But Alas, the stone options are out of our price range. I am currently looking at porcelain options with grey dots. If I go that route, can any of you please suggest tiles for the wall over the original tub? My husband does not want glass and thinks that White will be too plain. I had my heart set on a ceramic hand made field tile in light periwinkle blue one from Complete Tile, but very pricey. I like some variations. I am not opposed to a 2x4 size for the wall. I loved ann sacks Celeste blue. But if we go with a grey dot in the floor, what would go with it? Should I just do a white on white basket weave on the floor? Do any of you know of a tile dealer that has a large selection of porcelain mosaics? Thank you for all your time!
I can't help you with your tile questions, but welcome to my world. I also have a 1925 bathroom on the bedroom level shared currently by four people - it's just not the one I'm currently working on - it's the next project!
However, judging from your photo, it looks like someone has updated the bathroom at least once since 1925 and you aren't working with original fixtures?
Are you trying to go back to a 1925 look? Is this a forever house or is there a possibility of a resale?
If there's a chance you'll sell, I'd advise sticking to classics in the permanent stuff - and get your color fix with paint and accessories.
If you aren't restoration/respect the house types, then I guess anything goes.
I'm a pretty rabid restorationist, old house chick, so my advise is worth what you paid for it!
Good luck!
Always ;-)
If you are interested in a restoration, Anna_in_TX posted the link below in another thread which has some great examples of bathrooms from the 1920's. Some are a lot bolder in color choices than I would have expected, although probably reserved for the wealthy. Many of them could be more or less duplicated today. Maybe it will give you some ideas.
Here is a link that might be useful: 1920's bathrooms
This post was edited by DreamingoftheUP on Fri, Feb 28, 14 at 11:50
basketweave tile search on gardenweb
Here is a link that might be useful: Gardenweb search on basket weave tile
Square tile and small hexagon tile tend to be period specific for 1920's.
Here is a link that might be useful: 1920's bathroom guide
This post was edited by Anna_in_TX on Fri, Feb 28, 14 at 13:27
You can do a lot with basic field tile accented by colored edge, pencil and cove tile for the walls. It would be traditional to do square tile on the floor with a border around the room. But most folks today really like the oct or hex for the floor.
Below is a thread that you may find useful.
Here is a link that might be useful: Gardenweb hex tile floor
This post was edited by Anna_in_TX on Fri, Feb 28, 14 at 22:11
Another great thread from this forum.
Here is a link that might be useful: Gardenweb Historical Accuracy thread
Wow! Thanks for all the resources and great ideas. I will lean toward hexagon tiles now. Yes, the sink is newish and the floor tiles are newer. But the tiles over the tub and the tub is original. We have rejuvenation. Light fixtures ordered and on the way and we are having a cabinet made for the vanity. With all four of us in there, we need more storage. Thank you!
I vote for the basketweave to go with the crackle wall tile.
I think back accent tile on the wall would be great. Not pencil trim, but larger pieces such as cove (baseboard) and bullnose at the top of the wainscoting.. Pencil trim came later. I love the black and white scheme in the link below. I love the arch around the mirror in that ad. I think that really makes it look like a 20's bathroom. If you could copy an arch that is somewhere else in the house that would even be better.
In the ad, the little sink on the right side is for when the whole family shared the bath and members could brush their teeth and do small tasks.
I know this remodel is going to be stressful for you since it is probably your only bath. Hang in there. I can't wait to see it when it is finished. Take lots of pictures for us along the way. What fixtures have you chosen?
Here is a link that might be useful: 1924 Crane B&W Bathroom
This post was edited by Anna_in_TX on Sat, Mar 1, 14 at 13:04
The basket weave is super. All white for the wall is nice, but I agree with Anna - if you do black tile baseboard and black trim on the top, it would look awesome. But I think that 1924 Crane black & white bathroom looks awesome, too! :) Keep tub, sink & toilet white. For faucets, chrome.
If you study the historical ads, you will see a lot of built in niches and shelving in the walls. I think folks aren't aware of this when they install pedestal and console sinks. Even in this Crane B&W ad, notice the tiled wall niche between the mirror and the sink.
I love your choices, and second the idea of adding some black trim in the white. I think that it would be amazing.
Are you thinking of crackle tile in the shower? If so, double-check if that is ok. I a have crackle finish backsplash in my kitchen and the manufacturer recommended sealing the tile to prevent any stains from food splashes seeping in through the cracks. That makes me think that it might not be a great option for a wet installation like a shower. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than I am can chime in.
I used marble basketweave on the floor, and cheap white subways on the walls, and never regretted the decisions.
I was aiming at a 20's/deco feel when I did this bath way back in '08. The arch is new, BTW.
Tub surround:
True, I went overboard on the floor layout, and enjoy it every day.
THESE WERE INSTALLED TODAY. (Sorry about the caps) Should I grout my basket weave in a dark color? Can you recommend a Home Depot grout color? Also, these mosaics were installed today. Can I clean them this weekend and seal them myself BEFORE the installer grouts them on Monday? Any recommendations on sealers for marble? Thanks.


text:
March 29, 2015
Babson's Head of Global Private Finance, Eric Lloyd, provides an overview of global private credit markets with a focus on direct lending opportunities that exist in the asset class across geographies and the capital structure.
Supply and demand dynamics suggest that low oil prices may persist, presenting both risks and opportunities for fixed income investors.
With approximately $1.6 trillion in outstanding bonds, the EM corporate debt market has become comparable in size to the U.S. high yield market and the asset class is fast becoming a permanent portfolio allocation of global institutional investors.
More Viewpoints >
March 09, 2015
The continued easing of monetary policy across Europe has resulted in a highly unusual environment characterized by negative-yielding government bonds. The implications are far-reaching and may provide insight into investors' views on risk aversion, deflation and future currency moves.
More Spotlight >
Babson Provides Financing for Bridgepoint's Acquisition of eFront
Babson Capital Management Agents Senior Secured Credit Facilities for Accruent Acquisition of VFA
Babson Capital Management Makes Investment in Money Mailer
Babson Capital Management Provides Senior Debt To Support Kohlberg & Company's Acquisition of PPC
More Babson Capital News >
The opinions, advice, recommendations and other information contained herein, whether express or implied are made in good faith in relation to the facts known at the time of preparation and are subject to change without notice. PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT NECESSARILY INDICITIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS.
This material should not be construed as a recommendation, and Babson Capital Management is not soliciting any action based upon such information. Additionally, the strategies and funds may not be available to all investor types in all jurisdictions. Copyright © 2015 Babson Capital Management. All rights reserved.


text:
Summon Feathered Coatl (Any)
Store Price: Not sold in stores; only available in zOMG!
Lowest Buy Now Price: 10,000,000,000 gold
Average Buy Price: 21,437,400,000 gold 0%
This crystal allows for a duplicate of a living creature or Animated to become sealed inside, and released on your beck and call. Intimately tied to you, your buddy will follow wherever you go.
Tags: summon feathered coatl powerup power up zomg premiumcs buddy buddies
|Buy Now Price
|Bid Price
|Time Left
|13d 11h 42m 30s


text:
Loading streams...
Now Playing
Connect with Us
Podcasts & RSS Feeds
|All Content
|View all podcasts & RSS feeds
Most Active Stories
- Battle of the Bands Finals @ MAC March 26 - Be in the LIVE Audience!
- Record-Breaking College Bass Fishing Tournament Held at Kentucky Lake
- School Districts Revise Calendars to Account for Snow Days
- Murray State Equine Science Professor Pairs Student Interests with Real-World Research
- Identifying the Warning Signs of Autism in Young Children
Regional Headlines
8:58 am
Tue November 10, 2009
Judge Rules Massac Unit One in Contempt of Court
By Chris Taylor
Metropolis, IL – A Judge has ruled Massac Unit One School District is in contempt of court after it willfully ignored a court order to change its life insurance policy. That policy charges higher rates for retirees than current workers. Judge Ronald Eckiss says Superintendent Bill Hatfield violated retired workers' contracts and then acted in contempt by refusing to combine the dual plans into one. The policy affects some 73 retirees, eight of which have died since the dispute began in 2003. The West Kentucky Star reports Eckiss will hold a hearing December 21 to decide on restitution and fees in the case.


text:
Disney Fandom videos
Disney Fandom Blogs
Disney Fandom games
Planes - Propwash Pursuit
Help Dusty Crophopper train and qualify for the Wings Around the Globe rally.
Play Game
Frozen - Olaf's Freeze Fall
Help Olaf's body find his missing head, arms, buttons and nose!
Play Game
Planes - Jet Stream Racers
Fly Dusty Crophopper and take first place to be crowned champion of the skies!
Play Game
Pirates of the Caribbean - Pirate's Conquest
Conquer the Seven Seas as Davy Jones!
Play Game
Pirates of the Caribbean - Rogue's Battleship
Do ye have what it takes to be captain of the Black Pearl?
Play Game
Red Skull and Crossbones
Help Captain America defeat villains and their henchmen
Play Game
Pirates of the Caribbean - Treacherous Waters
Navigate through Treacherous Waters!


text:
An elongate straight column for use as a reactor in an analytical instrument. The column contains inert packed material which provides for the necessary flow path length for a fluid stream entering the reactor. Fittings are incorporated onto the ends of the column in such a manner that their width is no larger than the width of the column. The column configuration for a reactor allows more versatility in the type of temperature regulator mechanisms used to heat and cool the reactor.
1. A reactor for an automated analyzer, said reactor comprising:
an elongate straight column including an interior surface defining a column bore;
a noble metal electroplated onto said interior surface;
externally threaded fittings on each end of said column for establishing fluid communication between said bore and said analyzer, said fittings being no wider than the width of said column;
a pluarality of inert particles packed within said bore; and
a packing support disc at each end of said column, said packing support disc having a plurality of small openings therein to allow fluid passage from one side of said disc to the other side of said disc, said openings small enough to retain said inert particles in said bore.
The present invention is directed to automated analyzers and, more specifically, is directed to a transport delay mechanism for use in a flowing stream reactor that may comprise part of an automated analyzing instrument. Color development in the detection system of an amino acid analyzer has been selected as a representative application.
In some amino acid analysers, a very small or micro chromatographic column is used as a specialized application of a liquid column chromatographic separation technique, utilizing ion exchange resin as the stationary phase and eluting buffers of varying pH and salt concentration as the moving phase. Amino acids contained in a sample are introduced at the top of the column and are separated from each other as they are eluted through the resin bed which comprises the column packing. For amino acid analysis, the method for detecting the amino acids in the effluent stream has been to combine the column effluent with a reagent that is metered into the stream at a flow rate proportional to that of the column eluent. When the reagent combines with the amino acids present in the stream, compounds are formed which, when subjected to further development process, can be detected by specific changes in optical properties such as absorption or fluorescence.
One of the classical detection methods in amino acid analyzer systems is that developed by Spackman and Moore, wherein the reagent used is ninhydrin dissolved in a suitable solvent/buffer solution. Under this process, the column effluent/reagent solution is heated in a reactor to a fixed temperature for a specified period of time. The compound developed as a result of this process will have specific colors, the intensities of which are proportional to the amounts of compounds contained in the flowing stream. The optical density of these compounds is measured at specific wavelengths.
Important to the calibration of the analyzer in terms of its specific sensitivity to detect amino acids is that the fluid/reagent mixture be maintained at a constant elevated temperature for a fixed period of time. It is critical to the stability of the instrument calibration that the two parameters of temperature and exposure time remain constant during the color development process. Classically, this has been accomplished by causing the effluent to pass through a TFE Teflon capillary coil which is normally suspended in a boiling water bath to act as the reactor in the amino acid analyzer system.
The separation techniques employed in early analyzers required several hours to complete a single analysis. In such systems, it became common practice to retain the flowing stream within the reactor for as long as fifteen minutes to complete the color development. Newer techniques have increased the performance of these analyzers to permit the same analyses to be completed in the order of twenty minutes. It has then becomd necessary to provide increased color development in a much shorter period of time. Reference is made to FIG. 1 showing empirical results of studies which relate the optical densities of compounds formed by mixtures of ninhydrin and amino acids as a function of development time and temperature.
It may be noted that maximum sensitivity and improved resolution can be obtained by operating the color development reactor at temperatures significantly above 100� C. However, operation at these elevated temperatures obviates the use of TFE Teflon capillaries immersed in boiling water as has been done in prior analyzers. It then becomes necessary to develop a transport delay system within a heated zone for the flowing liquids which will withstand both the elevated temperature and the corrosive nature of the flowing stream. The elevated temperatures plus the fact that the pH of the solutions alternate between bases and acids increases the corrosive attack by the liquids. Also, at these high temperatures, it is important that the reactor not be damaged by the heat; therefore, the system must provide rapid cooling of the reactor in the event there is some type of catastrophic loss of fluid flow caused by a loss of control in a system.
In most prior art the transport delay for the reactor has been a capillary coil that was usually wrapped in a cylindrical or spiral shape and located in some type of temperature control mechanism. The internal bore and length of this coil were of the proper dimensions to provide a suitable transport time within the heated zone at the flow rates prevailing in the analyzer. However, this type of configuration for the reactor does result in certain limitations with respect to the type of heating that can be used. In most instances, some type of heated bath surrounding the capillary coil has been used. A primary disadvantage with these types of heating systems for reactors is the fact that the cooling capability is not sufficient to provide the protection at higher temperatures against possible boiling of the flowing stream or against damage to the reactor materials themselves.
Because of the numerous disadvantages accruing to the use of a heated reactor in which liquid is used as the heat exchange medium, the design of a reactor using a solid state heat exchange medium has been pursued. In such a development, it soon becomes apparent that the formation of a capillary system into a shape which will permit it to be thermally bonded to a solid state heat exchanger is both difficult and costly. In addition, the cost of fabricating such capillaries from materials which will withstand the gross of nature of the fluids to which they will be subjected in the analyzers is prohibitive for all but the most exotic applications.
Attention is directed to ex,emplary prior systems such as shown in the U.S. Pat. No. 3,806,321 wherein FIG. 5 shows the reaction coil that is used to provide the color development. Another type of reactor is shown in U.S. Pat. No. 4,233,030 wherein the coils are longitudinally doubled back over each other. The U.S. Pat. No. 3,918,907 patent refers to the conventional type of means used to heat the reactor as a reaction coil in an electrically heated boiling bath. Similarly, in U.S. Pat. No. 3,926,800 the color reaction or development coil 23 is placed in a heated bath 24 to develop the color of the column effluent and reagent delivered to the coil.
Attention is directed to copending application entitled "Analytical Instrument Reactor Temperature Regulator", Ser. No. 327,378, filed on Dec. 4, 1981 in the name of Donald E. Stephens and assigned to the assignee of the present patent application. This referenced patent application discloses an alternate method of heating a color development reactor which is in the form of a column.
The present invention relates to the use of a straight elongated column as a transport delay for a heated reactor in an automated analyzer. The column is packed with an inert material having a small particle size (70 microns) of limited size distribution. The packing ensures a uniform fluid velocity across a section of the column, hence avoiding the problem of laminar flow and its degrading effects upon the resolution of the analyzer. The packed column provides the same requirements which the small bore capillary coils of the prior art supply relative to the transport delay of the flow path within the reactor and the necessary limitation of laminar flow of the flowing stream.
When operating a color development reactor at temperatures above 100� C., the choice of materials that are able to stand such high temperatures and the range of pH involved is essentially limited to the use of noble metals, certain precious metal alloys and possibly a few difficult to fabricate exotic alloys. Consequently, the use of a short, comparatively large bore column which can be internally plated with or possibly constructed from a noble metal will provide a highly desirable reactor for use at high temperature. Also, the configuration of the column packed with an inert material provides a device that can be fabricated at a cost considerably below that of drawn capillary tubes which would have to be made of suitable noble metal materials.
The use of a column configuration which provides both the necesary transport delay as well as the necessary linear front of the flowing stream allows much more flexibility in the type of heating system utilized for the reactor. Because of the use of the column configuration, numerous heating systems could be used such as the prior approach of boiling water, the reactor type heating arrangements as discussed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,294,799, and the apparatus discussed in the previously referenced copending patent application entitled "Analytical Instrument Reactor Temperature Regulator".
Pursuant to the development of this invention, it has been demonstrated that a transport delay for a flowing stream can be formed by utilizing a short, relatively large bore column packed with a suitable fine grain material having a particle size distribution of narrow range. This column can be made to have superlative performance to a capillary coil with regard to process stream resolution while providing appreciably longer transport delay time than a capillary coil. The form factor of the column lends itself well to being heated and cooled by solid state heat exchange medium, and its fabrication from materials that will withstand the high temperature and corrosive nature of the process is relatively easily managed.
FIG. 1 is a graphic representation of color development of mixtures of amino acids and ninhydrins for variations in temperature and time;
FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the overall amino acid analyzer system;
FIG. 3 is a side elevation view of the column reactor of the present invention;
FIG. 4 is a sectional view of the fitting on one end of the column;
FIG. 5 is a top view of the packing support for the column;
FIG. 6 is a sectional view of the column reactor configuration placed in a thermal regulator for the reactor;
FIG. 7 is a sectional side view of another thermal regulator for the reactor;
FIG. 8 is a front view of the temperature regulator of FIG. 7; and
FIG. 9 is a sectional view taken along the lines 9--9 in FIG. 7.
For exemplary purposes, the application of the present invention will be discussed with respect to its use in an amino acid analyzer system. In such a system it is necessary to control the temperature of the thermal reactor to provide desirable color develop ment relating to the flowing stream.
Attention is directed to FIG. 2, showing a schematic view of an overall amino acid analyzer system. A sample table 10 receives the various samples for introduction into the automated system which are sequenced through the conduit 12 to the sample injector valve 20. An eluting buffer 14 is transferred through the conduit 16 by the buffer pump 18 into the sample injector valve 20. The sample injector valve 20 is automatically operated by the analyzer controller 22 in order to sequence the sample in conjunction with the eluting buffer for introduction into the chromatographic column 24. As explained previously in the Background of the Invention, the liquid column chromatographic separation technique uses an ion exchange resin as a stationary phase with eluting buffers of varying pH and salt concentration as the moving phase. The resin base is packed into the column 24 for receipt of the eluting buffer in conjunction with the sample. The column 24 has a temperature regulator apparatus 26. A control system 28 is utilized to regulate the temperature in the column 24.
After the eluting stream exits the bottom of the column 24, it enters into a mixing tee 30 which is in fluid communication with a reagent pump 32 that is designed to pump the reagent 34 into the mixing tee 30. A solvent 36 is also used by operation of the valve 38 to pump solvent into the system which is done during shutdown procedures.
The reagent mixture with the eluting buffer 14 from the liquid chromatographic column 24 flows through the conduit 40 into a flow path in the reaction chamber or column 42. The compounds produced by the reagent mixing with the amino acids from the sample are subjected to further development in the reaction chamber where the mixed flowing stream is heated to a specific temperature for a specific time. The presence of these compounds is detected by noting specific changes in optical properties of the stream. The optical density at specific wavelengths will indicate the amounts of compounds present in the flowing stream. The photometer 46 is used to observe these colors and intensities while the recorder 48 provides a documented record.
Reference is made to FIG. 1 showing the results of some empirical studies made of the color development produced in ninhydrin/amino acid compounds under varying conditions of time and temperature. The graphical representation in FIG. 1 is a plot of optical density versus exposure time for a family of curves produced at different temperatures. This chart shows that maximum color development at 100� C. requires a dwell time approaching fifteen minutes within the reactor. However, equivalent development may be realized by heating the mixture to higher temperatures for shorter periods of time, for example, one minute at 135� C.
Attention is directed to FIG. 3 showing the column reactor 42 which is an elongated straight column preferably made of stainless steel or other corrosive resistant metals and having threaded ends 50 and 52 for interface with a fitting 58 shown in FIG. 4. The fitting 58 has a column receptacle end 60 and a flow line receptacle end 62. The interior of the column receptacle end 60 has an internal threaded cavity 64 for engagement with the threaded end 50 of the column 42. The flow line receptacle end 62 of the fitting 58 has an internal threaded cavity 68 for connection with a threaded connector screw 72. The center of the connector screw 72 has a bore 76 which is designed to receive the capillary line 40 which is in fluid communication with the mixing tee 30 as shown in FIG. 2.
Adjacent the bottom 78 of the internal threaded cavity 68 of the fitting 58 in FIG. 4 is a ferrule 80 which is designed to engage with the frustoconical recess 82 in the bottom 78 of the fitting flow line end 62. The ferrule 80 provides sealing of the capillary line 40 to the fitting 58. Movement of the connector screw 72 toward the bottom 78 of the cavity will compress the resilient ferrule and establish a tight seal.
Located adjacent the bottom 84 of the cavity 64 in the column end 60 of the fitting is a packing support disc 86 which is held in place by the edge 88 of the threaded end 50 of the column 42. While only one packing disc 86 is shown in FIG. 4, it should be understood that another packing support disc 86 is located at threaded end 52 of column 42. Attention is directed to FIG. 5 showing in more detail the column packing support 86 which has an annular solid portion 90 that is designed to provide a seal between the fitting 58 and the edge 88 of the threaded end 50 of the column. In the center portion 92 of the column packing support 86 in FIG. 5 are a plurality of perforations which are small enough to retain the column packing which is placed in the column, but are large enough to permit passage of the chromatographic effluent from the capillary path 40.
As shown in FIG. 4, the reactor or column 42 has an internal bore or passage 96 in which is placed a plurality of packing material such as diamond grit which has an approximate seventy micron size. It should be noted that diamonds have excellent thermal conductivity characteristics and do not insulate the heat being generated. This packing is placed in uniformity within the bore 96 to ensure a uniform velocity profile across the column section. The uniform arrangement of the packed particles will establish small passages which in total are smaller in cross section than the cross section of a capillary coil. This uniform arrangement in conjunction with the continual flow of the stream into the reactor will promote uniform travel or velocity of the stream throughout the cross section of the packed reactor bore, i.e., a uniform velocity profile.
It should be noted that the column 42 for use in a reactor in one application is, for example, 0.250 inches in diameter and approximately 2.4 inches long with a bore 96 of approximately 0.125 inches. Also, the interior surface of the column bore 96 is treated by electro-plating a noble metal such as platinum onto its surface.
With respect to the type of heating arrangements to which the present column is applicable, one approach for providing heat to a color development reactor is disclosed in the above referenced U.S. Pat. No. 4,294,799 which explains in detail the type of configuration shown in FIG. 6 of the present application for a packed column reactor. In the present invention, with respect to FIG. 6, the reactor 42 is placed within a heated core 100 which is preferably made of copper and is heated by a resistance element heater 102. A plurality of fins 104 is attached to the core element 100 to conduct heat into a flowing air stream which is drawn through the bottom opening 108 by the fan 110 during the cooling operation. By the control of the solenoid 112 and the damper mechanism 114, the lid 116 is lifted from the housing 118 to provide cooling by the circulating air when the reactor must be cooled. It should be noted that the column 42 is easily adapted for use with the core 100 by the construction of a cylindrical bore 120. This is especially true with respect to the fact that the fittings 58 and 122 are designed so that their diameter is no larger than the diameter of the column 42. This arrangement of a straight elongated column for placement in the heating mechanism greatly simplifies the heat transfer process as opposed to using a long capillary coil which must be either in the form of a spiral or in the form of some type of folded arrangement to provide the necessary transport delay in the reactor.
Attention is directed to FIGS. 7-9 showing in more detail the arrangement of using thermoelectric elements for heating and cooling the reactor column. FIG. 7 shows more detail of the temperature regulator assembly 130 for the reactor 42. The reactor 42 is clamped to a thermal bar 132 by the use of the plate 134 shown in FIG. 9. The rear face 136 of the thermal bar 132 is ground flat and polished to provide an excellent thermal junction between the bar and two thermoelectric modules or devices 138 and 140 which are held in compression between the thermal bar 132 and a heat sink element 142. It should be noted that the face 144 of the heat sink is also polished smooth to provide a good thermal junction between the thermoelectric modules 138 and 140 and the heat sink. As shown more clearly in FIG. 8, three identical insulated mounting screws 146 are used to clamp the thermoelectric modules between the heat sink and the thermal bar 132. These mounting screws are stainless steel and are insulated from the heat sink by insulating sleeves 148 in FIG. 9. Compression washers 150 are also used on the mounting screws 146 to provide a calibrated force to the thermoelectric modules when the arrangement is assembled.
As shown in FIGS. 7 and 9, the reactor 42 and thermal bar 132 with the heat sink 142 are inserted through an aperture 152 in the mounting plate 154. Each end of the thermal bar 132 is attached to a mounting bracket 156 by stainless steel screws (not shown) inserted through insulators 158. This arrangement provides thermal isolation between the thermal bar 132 and the mounting plate 154. A flexible seal 160 is then inserted to cover the gap between the heat sink and the mounting plate. This construction provides that the thermal bar 132 is suspended from the mounting plate 154 while the heat sink is, in turn, suspended from the thermal bar. This type of support will remove all lateral stresses from the thermoelectric modules 138 and 140.
Once this overall system has been attached to the support wall 162, the heat sink 142 will protrude through a cutout opening 164 in the support wall 162. The plurality of heat exchange fins 166 in the heat sink member will be located in a plenum chamber 168 formed by the duct 170. Air leakage to the block is prevented by the seal 160. A cover member 172 having insulation material 174 is attached and surrounds the reactor and thermal bar as shown in FIGS. 7 and 9. A thermistor 176 is located in the central portion of the thermal bar 132 for sensing the temperature of the bar and to serve as a detector for the electrical control system which will control the operation of the thermoelectric modules 138 and 140. More specific detail relating to the control and operation of this temperature regulator is found in the previously referenced copending patent application entitled "Analytical Instrument Reactor Temperature Regulator" which is incorporated herein by reference.
Although various configurations have been shown with respect to the type of heating arrangements that can be utilized with a column reactor, it is envisioned that other types of heating arrangements could be utilized to conform with the unique versatility in using the present invention of a column for the reactor. Similarly, although one particular fitting arrangement has been shown, it is envisioned that other types of fittings could be designed to provide adequate sealing connection between the thin or small capillary line and the ends of the column reactor. Such other types of fittings could also be made wherein their overall diameter is no greater than that of the column itself.
Non-Patent Citations
Referenced by
Legal Events
Original Image


text:
Dr. Boyce: Things that make LeBron James one of the great ones
LeBron was that he was going to be something very special in the NBA. ...Read more ›
LeBron was that he was going to be something very special in the NBA. ...Read more ›
Local NBA Star Brandon Knight gives back to the South Florida Community ...Read more ›
"Mr. Randall." He was more than just my basketball coach; he was also a mentor and great positive individual in my life. ...Read more ›
"This dinner is an opportunity to honor our most inspirational and dedicated athletes, coaches, volunteers and supporters while raising awareness and money for our program. ...Read more ›
Bulls host charity golf tourney in Miami Lakes ...Read more ›
McGee was selected in the 5th round, by the St. Louis Rams, making him the 149th player selected in the 2013 NFL Draft ...Read more ›
James is the fifth player in NBA history to win four MVPs ...Read more ›
Krigger is the first Black jockey to win the Santa Anita Derby in its 78-year history ...Read more ›
But they have yet to pay the entire amount of more than $400-million cost of renovations needed to attract future Super Bowls ...Read more ›
The tournament benefits Broward County students by offering scholarships to Florida universities and colleges ...Read more ›
Site Designed By NoRegretMedia.com


text:
You won't be able to dismiss this by usual means (escape or click button), but you can close it programatically based on user choices or actions.
"Just received my invitations and I have to say I am thrilled with them. They are exactly as I had imagined, but the gold foil detail is even better than I had anticipated. I ordered the pearl paper, and extremely glad that I did, it's very pretty. The antique gold backing paper and envelopes are such a beautiful hue. Overall I couldn't be happier!"
"We wanted something simple but beautiful for our casual city hall wedding and this fit us perfectly. We had it ticket cut and printed it on the heavy paper, then paired it with kraft envelopes and vintage stamps. (The 1990 love stamps with birds on them.) We tried the foil version of this design as well, but it just looked too stiff for us."
"With all of the craziness going on planning for the wedding, picking out my invitations was such a relief. Finding something that fit our theme and our style was so easy. Wedding Paper Divas is an amazing company!"
"Our wedding is going to be a great, laid back, simple environment - we were not looking for something extremely fancy. These came out very cute. We are very excited to send them out! And even better they came flawless in AMAZING time!"
"I have now ordered my save the dates as well as invites from Wedding Paper Divas and we absolutely LOVE them! They look amazing and the process to get them is awesome. I love seeing them and designing them before I order them. GREAT company and will use them again!"