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ROCKFORD — Potentially incriminating statements Katie L. Stockton gave Winnebago County sheriff's police detectives won't be used at her trial for the death of Baby Crystal.
ROCKFORD — Potentially incriminating statements Katie L. Stockton gave Winnebago County sheriff's police detectives won't be used at her trial for the death of Baby Crystal.
Winnebago County State's Attorney Joe Bruscato has allowed a deadline to expire without filing an appeal of 17th Circuit Court Judge John Truitt's ruling that barred the statements.
Bruscato declined to comment.
Legal experts including former prosecutor and now private attorney Chuck Prorok and former Republican state's attorney candidate David Gill confirmed there is a 30-day window in which such appeals can be made.
That window appears closed.
Stockton is accused of leaving her baby — dubbed Baby Crystal — to freeze to death outside her parents' Rockton home in December 2004. She was arrested in summer 2009.
Last month, after 2½ years in jail, Stockton's trial date was set to begin June 25.
Statements she made could have bolstered the state's case in addition to DNA and forensic evidence that is expected to show she is Baby Crystal's mother and that the baby froze to death after being born full term.
Because Stockton had asked for a lawyer, those statements can't be used, Truitt said.
Bruscato had been poised for an appeal, submitting a 12-page motion asking Truitt to reconsider his November ruling that Stockton's rights to remain silent and have an attorney present during questioning were violated.
But Truitt on March 2 declined to reverse his earlier findings.
That decision represented the culmination of roughly six months spent on the issue of whether Stockton's statements to detectives about "giving birth to Baby Crystal and leaving her at the address on Will Road in Rockton," according to court documents, could be used at trial.
Now the only way those statements, which public defender David Doll has conceded were voluntary, can become part of the trial is if she takes the stand in her own defense.
Staff writer Jeff Kolkey can be reached at email@example.com or at 815-987-1374.
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Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry
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ISSN (Print) 0162-0134
Published by Elsevier [2588 journals]
- The gallium(III)–salicylidene acylhydrazide complex shows
synergistic anti-biofilm effect and inhibits toxin production by
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Abstract: Publication date: September 2014
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 138
Author(s): Olena Rzhepishevska , Shoghik Hakobyan , Barbro Ekstrand-Hammarström , Yvonne Nygren , Torbjörn Karlsson , Anders Bucht , Mikael Elofsson , Jean-François Boily , Madeleine Ramstedt
Bacterial biofilms cause a range of problems in many areas and especially in health care. Biofilms are difficult to eradicate with traditional antibiotics and consequently there is a need for alternative ways to prevent and/or remove bacterial biofilms. Furthermore, the emergence of antibiotic resistance in bacteria creates a challenge to find new types of antibiotics with a lower evolutionary pressure for resistance development. One route to develop such drugs is to target the so called virulence factors, i.e. bacterial systems used when bacteria infect a host cell. This study investigates synergy effects between Ga(III) ions, previously reported to suppress biofilm formation and growth in bacteria, and salicylidene acylhydrazides (hydrazones) that have been proposed as antivirulence drugs targeting the type three secretion system used by several Gram-negative pathogens, including Pseudomonas aerugionosa, during bacterial infection of host cells. A library of hydrazones was screened for: Fe(III) binding, enhanced anti-biofilm effect with Ga(III) on P. aeruginosa, and low cytotoxicity to mammalian cells. The metal coordination for the most promising ligand, 2-Oxo-2-[N-(2,4,6-trihydroxy-benzylidene)-hydrazino]-acetamide (ME0163) with Ga(III) was investigated using extended X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy as well as density functional theory. The results showed that Ga(III) chelates the hydrazone with 5- and 6-membered chelating rings, and that the Ga(III)–ME0163 complex enhanced the antibiofilm effect of Ga(III) while suppressing the type three secretion system in P. aeruginosa. The latter effect was not observed for the hydrazone alone and was similar for Ga(III)–citrate and Ga(III)–ME0163 complexes, indicating that the inhibition of virulence was caused by Ga(III).
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- Abstract: Publication date: September 2014
- Osmium(IV) complexes with 1H- and 2H-indazoles: Tautomer identity versus
spectroscopic properties and antiproliferative activity
- Abstract: Publication date: August 2012
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 113
Author(s): Gabriel E. Büchel , Iryna N. Stepanenko , Michaela Hejl , Michael A. Jakupec , Bernhard K. Keppler , Petra Heffeter , Walter Berger , Vladimir B. Arion
A one-pot synthesis of osmium(IV) complexes with two different tautomers of indazole, 1H-indazole and 2H-indazole, namely (H2ind)[OsIVCl5(2H-ind)] (1) and (H2ind)[OsIVCl5(1H-ind)] (2) is reported. Both compounds have been comprehensively characterized by NMR spectroscopy, ESI (electrospray ionization) mass spectrometry, electronic absorption spectroscopy, IR spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry and tested for antiproliferative activity in vitro in three human cancer cell lines, CH1 (ovarian carcinoma), A549 (non-small cell lung cancer) and SW480 (colon carcinoma), as well as in vivo in a Hep3B SCID mouse xeno-transplantation model. 2H-Indazole tautomer stabilization in 1 has been confirmed by X-ray diffraction.
Graphical abstract Highlights A one-pot synthesis of (H2ind)[OsIVCl5(2H-ind)] and (H2ind)[OsIVCl5(1H-ind)] is reported. Both compounds have been characterized and tested for antiproliferative activity in vitro in three human cancer cell lines CH1, A549 and SW480 as well as in vivo in the Hep3B SCID mouse xeno-transplantation model. 2H-Indazole tautomer stabilization in (H2ind)[OsIVCl5(2H-ind)], which is very rare in the coordination chemistry of indazole, has been confirmed by X-ray diffraction. ► One-pot synthesis of osmium(IV) complexes with two different indazole tautomers. ► Spectroscopic behavior, solvatochromism. ► In vitro and in vivo cytotoxic activity of (H2ind)[OsCl5(1H-ind)] and (H2ind)[OsCl5(2H-ind)].
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- Abstract: Publication date: August 2012
- The behaviour of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate in the presence of
magnesium(II) and calcium(II): Protein-free soluble InsP6 is limited to
49μM under cytosolic/nuclear conditions
- Abstract: Publication date: November 2006
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 100, Issue 11
Author(s): Nicolás Veiga , Julia Torres , Sixto Domínguez , Alfredo Mederos , Robin F. Irvine , Alvaro Díaz , Carlos Kremer
Progress in the biology of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate (InsP 6) has been delayed by the lack of a quantitative description of its multiple interactions with divalent cations. Our recent initial description of these [J. Torres, S. Dominguez, M.F. Cerda, G. Obal, A. Mederos, R.F. Irvine, A. Diaz, C. Kremer, J. Inorg. Biochem. 99 (2005) 828–840] predicted that under cytosolic/nuclear conditions, protein-free soluble InsP 6 occurs as Mg5(H2L), a neutral complex that exists thanks to a significant, but undefined, window of solubility displayed by solid Mg5(H2L)·22H2O (L is fully deprotonated InsP 6). Here we complete the description of the InsP 6–Mg2+–Ca2+ system, defining the solubilities of the Mg2+ and Ca2+ (Ca5(H2L)·16H2O) solids in terms of K s0 =[M2+]5[H2L10−], with pK s0 =32.93 for M=Mg and pK s0 =39.3 for M=Ca. The concentration of soluble Mg5(H2L) at 37°C and I =0.15M NaClO4 is limited to 49μM, yet InsP 6 in mammalian cells may reach 100μM. Any cytosolic/nuclear InsP 6 in excess of 49μM must be protein- or membrane-bound, or as solid Mg5(H2L)·22H2O, and any extracellular InsP 6 (e.g. in plasma) is surely protein-bound.
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- Abstract: Publication date: November 2006
- Biological activity of ruthenium and osmium arene complexes with modified
paullones in human cancer cells
- Abstract: Publication date: November 2012
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 116
Author(s): Gerhard Mühlgassner , Caroline Bartel , Wolfgang F. Schmid , Michael A. Jakupec , Vladimir B. Arion , Bernhard K. Keppler
In an attempt to combine the ability of indolobenzazepines (paullones) to inhibit cyclin-dependent kinases (Cdks) and that of platinum-group metal ions to interact with proteins and DNA, ruthenium(II) and osmium(II) arene complexes with paullones were prepared, expecting synergies and an increase of solubility of paullones. Complexes with the general formula [MIICl(η 6-p-cymene)L]Cl, where M=Ru (1, 3) or Os (2, 4), and L= L 1 (1, 2) or L 2 (3, 4), L 1 = N-(9-bromo-7,12-dihydroindolo[3,2-d][1]-benzazepin-6(5H)-yliden-N′-(2-hydroxybenzylidene)azine and L 2 = N-(9-bromo-7,12-dihydroindolo[3,2-d][1]benzazepin-6-yl)-N′-[3-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methylpyridin-4-yl-methylene]azinium chloride (L 2 *HCl), were now investigated regarding cytotoxicity and accumulation in cancer cells, impact on the cell cycle, capacity of inhibiting DNA synthesis and inducing apoptosis as well as their ability to inhibit Cdk activity. The MTT (3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium bromide) assay yielded IC50 values in the nanomolar to low micromolar range. In accordance with cytotoxicity data, the BrdU assay showed that 1 is the most and 4 the least effective of these compounds regarding inhibition of DNA synthesis. Effects on the cell cycle are minor, although concentration-dependent inhibition of Cdk2/cyclin E activity was observed in cell-free experiments. Induction of apoptosis is most pronounced for complex 1, accompanied by a low fraction of necrotic cells, as observed by annexin V–fluorescein isothiocyanate/propidium iodide staining and flow cytometric analysis.
Graphical abstract Highlights Ruthenium and osmium arene complexes with modified paullone ligands strongly inhibit cancer cell growth. Antiproliferative activity correlates with inhibition of DNA synthesis and induction of apoptosis, but seems to be independent of Cdk inhibition, given the moderate potency of inhibiting Cdk2/cyclin E and the lack of pronounced cell cycle effects. ► Ru and Os arene complexes with Paullone ligands strongly inhibit cancer cell growth. ► Cytotoxicity correlates with inhibition of DNA synthesis and induction of apoptosis. ► Cdk2/cyclin E inhibition and cell cycle effects insufficiently explain cytotoxicity.
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- Abstract: Publication date: November 2012
- Real-time detection of DNA cleavage induced by
[M(2,2′-bipyridine)2(NO3)](NO3) (M=Cu(II), Zn(II) and Cd(II))
complexes using linear dichroism technique
- Abstract: Publication date: October 2013
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 127
Author(s): Hee-Jin Park , Ji Hye Kwon , Tae-Sub Cho , Jong Moon Kim , In Hong Hwang , Cheal Kim , Soojin Kim , Jinheung Kim , Seog K. Kim
The catalytic effect of [M(2,2′-bipyridine)2(NO3)](NO3) (M(bpy)2, M=Cu(II), Zn(II) and Cd(II)) on the super-coiled and double stranded DNA (scDNA and dsDNA) was examined by electrophoresis and a real-time detection linear dichroism (LD) technique. Although the Cu(bpy)2 complex effectively cleaved both types of DNA, the other two complexes were inactive. This was explained by the electrochemical properties of the metal complexes. The Cu(bpy)2 complex exhibited a redox potential at −0.222V with a peak to peak separation of 0.201V, whereas the other two metal complexes did not undergo any redox reaction. Both electrophoresis and LD measurements revealed the superoxide radical, ·O2 −, to be responsible for DNA cleavage. A kinetic study using the LD technique showed that the cleavage of dsDNA consisted of two first order reactions. The fast reaction is believed to reflect the cleavage of one strand, whereas the slow reaction involves the cleavage of the complementary strand at or near the first cleaved site.
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- Abstract: Publication date: October 2013
- Mechanism of reaction of chlorite with mammalian heme peroxidases
- Abstract: Publication date: June 2014
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 135
Author(s): Christa Jakopitsch , Katharina F. Pirker , Jörg Flemmig , Stefan Hofbauer , Denise Schlorke , Paul G. Furtmüller , Jürgen Arnhold , Christian Obinger
This study demonstrates that heme peroxidases from different superfamilies react differently with chlorite. In contrast to plant peroxidases, like horseradish peroxidase (HRP), the mammalian counterparts myeloperoxidase (MPO) and lactoperoxidase (LPO) are rapidly and irreversibly inactivated by chlorite in the micromolar concentration range. Chlorite acts as efficient one-electron donor for Compound I and Compound II of MPO and LPO and reacts with the corresponding ferric resting states in a biphasic manner. The first (rapid) phase is shown to correspond to the formation of a MPO-chlorite high-spin complex, whereas during the second (slower) phase degradation of the prosthetic group was observed. Cyanide, chloride and hydrogen peroxide can block or delay heme bleaching. In contrast to HRP, the MPO/chlorite system does not mediate chlorination of target molecules. Irreversible inactivation is shown to include heme degradation, iron release and decrease in thermal stability. Differences between mammalian peroxidases and HRP are discussed with respect to differences in active site architecture and heme modification.
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- Abstract: Publication date: June 2014
- Guanidine platinum(II) complexes: synthesis, in vitro antitumor activity,
and DNA interactions
- Abstract: Publication date: April 2014
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 133
Author(s): Anton A. Legin , Michael A. Jakupec , Nadezhda A. Bokach , Marina R. Tyan , Vadim Yu. Kukushkin , Bernhard K. Keppler
The novel guanidine compounds trans-[Pt(NH2Me)2{NH=C(NHMe)NR}2](Cl)2 (R=NEt2 [7], NC5H10 [8]) (trans-7,8) were synthesized by the nucleophilic addition of methylamine to dialkylcyanamide ligands of the push–pull nitrile complexes trans-[PtCl2(RCN)2] (R=NEt2, NC5H10). In vitro cytotoxicity tests conducted for the entire series of the guanidine complexes, i.e. trans-7,8, the neutral cis- or trans-[PtCl2{NH=C(NH2)R}2] (cis-1–3 and trans-1–3) and the cationic cis- or trans-[Pt(NH3)2{NH=C(NH2)R}2](Cl)2 (cis-4–6 and trans-4–6) (R=NMe2 [1,4], NEt2 [2,5], NC5H10 [3,6]) in two human cancer cell lines, CH1 (ovarian carcinoma) and SW480 (colon cancer), confirmed that the cytotoxicity of several trans-configured (trans-3,6) complexes is higher than that of cis-congeners (cis-3,6). Cellular platinum levels were analyzed by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry upon treatment of SW480 cells, revealing a dependence of cellular accumulation on the geometrical isomerism and the steric hindrance of the variable substituent R on the guanidine ligand. DNA interactions of selected guanidine complexes were studied in order to find hints for the possible reasons for their different activities. Changes induced to the electrophoretic mobility of a dsDNA plasmid confirmed the potency of the guanidine complexes (e.g. trans-1,3,5,6 and cis-1,3,4) to significantly alter DNA secondary structure, indicating DNA as a possible critical target of these compounds.
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- Abstract: Publication date: April 2014
- Radical production by hydrogen peroxide/bicarbonate and copper uptake in
mammalian cells: Modulation by Cu(II) complexes
- Abstract: Publication date: February 2011
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 105, Issue 2
Author(s): Larissa C. Carvalho do Lago , Andreza C. Matias , Cassiana S. Nomura , Giselle Cerchiaro
The presence of the bicarbonate/carbon dioxide pair is known to accelerate the transition metal ion-catalysed oxidation of various biotargets. It has been shown that stable Cu(II) complexes formed with imine ligands that allow redox cycling between Cu(I) and Cu(II) display diverse apoptotic effects on cell cultures. It is also reported that Cu(II)–tetraglycine can form a stable Cu(III) complex. In the present study, radical generation from H2O2 and H2O2/HCO3 − in the presence of these two different classes of Cu(II) complexes was evaluated by monitoring the oxidation of dihydrorhodamine 123 and NADH and by the quantitative determination of thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARs method). Cu(II)–imine complexes produced low levels of reactive species whereas Cu(II)–Gly-derived complexes, as well as the free Cu(II) ion, produced oxygen-derived radicals in significantly larger amounts. The effects of these two classes of complexes on mammalian tumour cell viability were equally distinct, in that Cu(II)–imine complexes caused apoptosis, entered in cell and remained almost unaffected in high levels whilst, at the same concentrations, Cu(II)–Gly peptide complexes and Cu(II) sulphate stimulated cell proliferation, with the cell managing copper efficiently. Taken together, these results highlight the different biological effects of Cu(II) complexes, some of which have been recently studied as anti-tumour drugs and radical system generators, and also update the effects of reactive oxygen species generation on cell cycle control.
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- Abstract: Publication date: February 2011
- Proton and gallium(III) binding properties of a biologically active
salicylidene acylhydrazide
- Abstract: Publication date: September 2014
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 138
Author(s): Shoghik Hakobyan , Jean-François Boily , Madeleine Ramstedt
Bacterial biofilm formation causes a range of problems in our society, especially in health care. Salicylidene acylhydrazides (hydrazones) are promising antivirulence drugs targeting secretion systems used during bacterial infection of host cells. When mixed with the gallium ion they become especially potent as bacterial and biofilm growth-suppressing agents, although the mechanisms through which this occurs are not fully understood. At the base of this uncertainty lies the nature of hydrazone–metal interactions. This study addresses this issue by resolving the equilibrium speciation of hydrazone–gallium aqueous solutions. The protonation constants of the target 2-oxo-2-[N-(2,4,6-trihydroxy-benzylidene)-hydrazino]-acetamide (ME0163) hydrazone species and of its 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzaldehyde and oxamic acid hydrazide building blocks were determined by UV–visible spectrophotometry to achieve this goal. These studies show that the hydrazone is an excessively strong complexing agent for gallium and that its antivirulence properties are predominantly ascribed to monomeric 1:1Ga–ME0163 complexes of various Ga hydrolysis and ME0163 protonation states. The chelation of Ga(III) to the hydrazone also increased the stability of the compounds against acid-induced hydrolysis, making this group of compounds very interesting for biological applications where the Fe-antagonist action of both Ga(III) and the hydrazone can be combined for enhanced biological effect.
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PubDate: 2015-03-12T21:06:56Z
- Abstract: Publication date: September 2014
- Influence of pH on the speciation of copper(II) in reactions with the
green tea polyphenols, epigallocatechin gallate and gallic acid
- Abstract: Publication date: July 2012
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 112
Author(s): Katharina F. Pirker , Maria Camilla Baratto , Riccardo Basosi , Bernard A. Goodman
Changes in speciation of copper(II) in reactions with epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and gallic acid (GA) as a function of pH have been investigated by multifrequency (X- and S-band) EPR spectroscopy in the fluid and frozen states. The EPR spectra show the formation of three distinct mononuclear species with each of the polyphenols, and these are interpreted in terms of one mono- and two bis-complexes. However, di- or polymeric complexes dominate the Cu(II) speciation in the pH range 4–8, and it is only at alkaline pH values that these mononuclear complexes make appreciable contributions to the metal speciation. Each mononuclear complex displays linewidth anisotropy in fluid solution as a consequence of incomplete averaging of the spin Hamiltonian parameters through molecular motion. Rotational correlation times for the individual complexes have been estimated by analysing the lineshape anisotropy of the fluid solution spectra using parameters determined by simulation of the rigid limit spectra. These show that the molecular masses increase with increasing pH, indicating either coordination of increasing numbers of polyphenol molecules as ligands to the copper or the increasing involvement of polyphenol dimers as ligands in the copper coordination sphere.
Graphical abstract Highlights Reactions of Cu2+ with GA and EGCG produce complexes at pH>8, but polymeric species at lower pH. ► Cu(II) speciation with two polyphenols (EGCG and GA) at different pH. ► EPR study at two frequencies (X- and S-band). ► Polymerisation dominates at slightly acidic and neutral pH. ► Complexation dominates above neutral pH.
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- Abstract: Publication date: July 2012
- Synthesis and characterization of the anticancer and metal binding
properties of novel pyrimidinylhydrazone derivatives
- Abstract: Publication date: March 2015
Source:Journal of Inorganic Biochemistry, Volume 144
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Three novel pyrimidinylhydrazones substituted at either the aromatic moiety or at the imine carbon atom were synthesized and characterized by standard analytical methods. All compounds were found to be toxic in the micro- to submicromolar range against a diverse panel of cancer cell lines including multidrug resistant (MDR) derivatives expressing P-glycoprotein (Pgp). UV–visible spectrophotometry experiments demonstrated that the most active compound (3) forms highly stable complexes with iron(III) and copper(II) in a wide pH range with a stronger preference towards iron(III). The redox activity of the iron and copper complexes of ligand 3 was investigated using cyclic voltammetry and was tested with cellular reductants. The impact of reactive oxygen species (ROS) on the mechanism of toxicity was assessed using the ROS-sensitive cell permeable dye 2′,7′-dichlorofluorescin diacetate (DCFDA). Our results demonstrate that the studied pyrimidinylhydrazones form redox-active iron and copper complexes that are capable of producing intracellular ROS, which might lead to cellular damage and cell death in cancer cells regardless of their resistance status.
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Bamboo shade or plantation shutter owners, please give input
I have matching windows in my kitchen and great room (share a wall, and visible to each other) that are about 70x70. I don't know the right term for it, but each has three smaller windows within a single frame. We are completely split between bamboo shades, plantation shutters or wide slat blinds. Of the three, I've only ever had blinds, so I would really appreciate some practical "love it/hate it" information on the others.
Bamboo shades - I like their looks the best. So much texture, and I like the unevenness. BUT I'm not sure if it would be a PITA to have to move them up & down each time I wanted to adjust lighting (e.g. no "tilt" mechanism). I've also spoken with a rep at Smith+Noble who thought a 70" blind would be too heavy (she suggested we could go with 3 small ones, but I have visions of them never lining up nicely...)
Blinds - I know they're handy and convenient, but they're kinda ugly and... ugly. Why doesn't one of these window treatment companies come up with a bamboo blind?? :)
Plantation shutters - my 2nd favorite for looks. I like that they tilt, and I like the chunky/wide slats for our fairly large windows, but are they a pain to "fold" open if you want the window completely clear? How about cleaning - PITA? We have a young'en too, and I like that they'd be easy for her to open (tilt).
Oh also for consideration - each window has "antiqued satin" panels in a dark muddy green color, and slightly oiff white cotton voile sheers. I'd prefer to keep the WTs for their color/texture. (I know some people hate WTs with plantation shutters, etc.)
I'll see if I have some pics of my windows, if not I will take some later and post. TIA!!
I have bamboo shades in my breakfast room and it's not difficult to line them up. However, mine are not lined and are ineffective against the afternoon sun or for privacy at night. I wish they were lined.
I have plantation shutters on several windows, but not on windows that I like to open. They are easy to wipe off, but not as easy as solar shades or Silhouette-type shades which can be dusted with the vacuum.
Personally, I don't much like draperies mixed with plantation shutters. If you are keeping the draperies, I would choose bamboo shades.
My favorite treatments in my house are solar shades, but they read as casual. Most of the time, mine are rolled up under a fabric-covered valance, but they are great for protecting my furnishings from the afternoon sun.
I should've added that the weight concerns with the bamboo shades were because the shades were lined for privacy (we have neighbors front & back). I didn't think lining them would add that much weight but I was told I'd be surprised!
I have a fairly casual (transitional) style house. A friend has solar shades, and I agree they do good things during the day. With the exception of two rooms, our entire house gets indrect lighting. We're mainly after the privacy without having to fuss with curtains.
We had windows in our last house similar to what you describe. We started with three 2" white faux wood blinds under one wood valance (too much weight for one blind). They looked great, but I got tired of opening and closing. We then went with one Hunter Douglas cellular shade that covered the whole window. It was very lightweight, easy to pull and when pulled was only an inch or two deep. Then we had a valance and side panels of fabric. When the shade was pulled, you didn't know it was there.
I have 3 windows also, but they're separated by frames which is logical in using 3 shades, That said, imo, think one continuous shade would work AND look better on your windows. The bamboo shades are not even close to being the weight of wood blinds so therefor the installion shouldn't be a problem.
I've had absolutely no problem with mine and would use them again. ;o)
We have plantation shutters across the front of the house (previous owners installed). Love them. They are easy to clean and add a nice touch to go with the "acadian" style of our house. We get a lot of natural light. Would love to have them across the back of the house, but after pricing them, know that will never happen. We currently have wood blinds in the rest of the windows. Don't care for those. They are way to heavy to deal with every day.
I've had plantation shudders in the whole house for 20 years. Time to repaint and I realize how much I prefer the unobstructed view--they are PITA to open and close because furniture must be moved.
So, I am replacing with cellular ones and no drapes. Mid century look has taken over my house so the shudders no longer fit.
Think about how plantations interfer with furniture placement.
I have lined bamboo blinds from Select Blinds. I have 3 shades in a bay window. The center one is about 53" wide and it's very heavy to raise and lower. I can't imagine raising a 70" one, if it's lined.
In my bedroom I have blackout cell shades. The original shade I had made for this room was 78" wide. They were heavy to raise and lower with a continuous loop mechanism. Those broke and were replaced TWICE! I had them replaced with 2 separate shades with the usual lift. I must say that, although I'm not fond of Smith & Noble - their customer reps seem spectacularly uninformed- , they did stand behind their product.
We have plantation shutters throughout our house and have had them on previous houses----and love their crisp, uncluttered look. It is a particular style especially suited to very hot climates. They do cut some of the light and I don't mind that--- we need the shade! That's why we also have porches fore and aft. If you don't actually need them I'd go with something that better fits your house style and part of the country.
Under no circumstances would I combine dark satin drapes, sheers, and shutters---or add bamboo shades to the existing situation, either. On the one hand you have a heavy, old fashioned look. On the other you have a lighter, newer look. IMO you should go with one or the other.
Can you show us the room and windows with existing drapes?
I have 1" white basswood wood blinds in office and bedrooms that I keep slightly tilted up to help block direct light but still allow me to see the views. The 1" blinds give a "lighter" look. If I want total privacy I tilt down. I have panels on one bedroom over the blinds and I think it looks nice. The office has a valance over the blinds. No drapes in master BR yet.
I have not blinds - drapery panels only - in my main areas (LR and DR). We like the views and since we are on a hill, passerbys on our road only see our ceilings when they look in :).
FWIW, I have bamboo shades in my living room, including 3 separate shades on a triple (double-hung) window. I like the look, but I find they need to be raised and lowered VERY carefully. A few times I've popped the tension cord out of its mounting, the pull cords get knotted, the kids can't seem to operate them without sending them askew, etc.
Keep in mind that I purchased one of the more inexpensive models offered by JCP; perhaps a better-made brand would work better. I love plantation shutters, but the cost was more than I could afford as I would have needed some custom sizes (I was able to "fake it" with the shades).
I have to agree with lizbeth that cellular shades may be what you're after. They're nearly invisible when in the open position and will work with the sheers/drapes. I've had cellular shades wider than 70" and with a continuous cord they were very easy to open & close.
I love my plantation shutters. They let in as much light as plantation blinds and are half the trouble. I just tilt the slats and never open them unless to clean every now and then but I can reach most of it without opening them out away from the window. I have the larger slats and don't find they cut out too much light at all. We do get a LOT of natural light though. I also wish I could afford them all over the house but only have them in three rooms in the house and the rest are plantation blinds or bare.
I had plantation shutters in my last house and now in my new house...I truly love them. I think they are the best example of form meeting function that I own! ;) The big fat ones we have look fabulous, they are an architectural element unto themselves. On most of my normal sized windows, they are hinged on the side so no center rail...they open like a door. This makes the view even more unobstructed. When not tilted, they let in lots of light, but the great thing is just a slight tilt can defect a harsh sunbeam. They help with utility bills in both summer and winter. They are super easy to clean, just a quick wipe with a dry swiffer every week or so (I have my children do this!) And, I think they suit both traditional and modern design.
Sorry for letting this thread drop, we had to make a bit of an emergency trip out of state. I don't want any of you who responded to think that I just didn't read through your responses. :)
I'm not sure why the lined bamboo shades would be so heavy (I've not felt them myself, but the rep said they'd be "ugodly heavy." We have babmoo shades outside and they're surprisingly light. Maybe a different quality of materials is used? I'm really not sure.
The existing panels & sheers, once we have a privacy treatment, would stay open - pushed to either side (not swagged). The panels & sheers are on a double rod and I like to have the sheers just barely poking out from behind. No idea why, it's just a look I really like. I'm not deeply in love with either, but it took me a LONG time to find panels in that color that were long enough so I'm not in a hurry to get rid of them.
I don't have a great pic showing the windows/current treatments, and never did get one taken before we had to take off. Here are some that I've taken to show other things, in which you can see partially what I have:
These are the actual windows:
You can see part of the panels/sheers here. The sheers can go if need be. There's just something I like about them paired. This is a very rare picture of them closed. We normally leave them pulled open. The panels aren't quite that dark, nor shiny, in person (and we now have a different rug in there).


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Hindu nationalism, Muslim "vote banks", anti-Christian violence, caste rivalry -- Indian politics has more than enough interfaith tension to offer populist orators all kinds of "religion cards" to play. Coming only months after Islamist militants killed 166 people in a three-day rampage in Mumbai, the campaign for the general election now being held in stages between April 16 and May 13 could have been over- shadowed by communal demagoguery.
India Insight
Politics and films: An Indian affair
The Congress party has bought the rights to "Jai Ho", the Oscar-winning song from "Slumdog Millionaire", to use for its election campaign.
U.N. report says real risk of Indian religious strife
It did not get great publicity but a recent U.N. report on religious freedom in India offers a stinging image of a country suffering from communal divisions and mob-inspired religious persecution.
Nothing holy in India's temple tradition
I wonder whether news of Indian priests doing a purification ritual after a minister belonging to a lower caste visited a temple comes as a surprise in a country where religion plays a big role in politics?
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Well, this morning over at one of my favorite blogs, No Quarter, there was a post up about how Tom Hayden supports Obama. Hayden comes from that generation of activists who were anti-war. The Vietnam war. My question is, what sort of activism has he been doing in regards to Greens of late? What about this war? We don't see anything like the level of protests that went on back then, do we?
My sense is that Hayden would still be anti-war. So many are, here, now. But? (And this is just practical) Don't we need somebody at the helm who could actually end it? I think that's the Clintons. It's just practical. They already know how to do that. Hillary Clinton is younger than Hayden. He was born in 1939. Way older than I, except, so many of us from Obama's generation were anti-war, too, weren't we?
The massive social movements rocked, rolled and reeled their way through the 70's, depending on where you lived. Yesterday, we talked about Hippies and Yippies and Yuppies a little. Today, we'll talk about the big sell out, by the radicals of old. It's a curious thing to see history repeat itself, but, who is protesting what? Why? And where is it leading?
First, this is a brief summary from National Review in order to revisit the era of the 60's — mostly so you can see (or remember, or learn about) who some of these figures were that you are reading about now, and they are also in the wikipedia. A really good movie to watch is called "Coming Home" — Jane Fonda was in that, and it is all about the Vietnam War, soldiers and veterans. It will give you an idea of what the times looked like, then. Here is that article about Hayden and the Radicals. It's called "Obama, the Closer."
Obama is constanly trying to wash his hands of the Baby Boom. But, actually, he's part of it. Like me, tail-end. This made the two of us closer to GenX. If you think about the transition in the late 70's early 80's and you trace it through music, you can see the evolution of rock and roll into punk. That's my gen. The radicals had started social activism, protests and feminism as movements. Those things came true. For the women of Hillary Clinton's gen. And beyond, into mine. Down to your age bracket, except? Maybe you feel cheated.
If you are under 30, or even mid thirties, I'm going to guess you've been on meds at some point in your life. Maybe you got a fat diagnosis by somebody who called you ADHD or depressed. Your generation had no social activism. Your generation is like a "solo" deal. More than likely you grew up glued to your computer? Hayden's gen, Hillary's gen, and my gen didn't. Our lives were a lot freer.
Also, we knew how to think for ourselves, because in those days, we got fabulous educations. We had really great teachers, and lots of money was spent on us, even if we went to public schools. Probably, we had Liberal Arts educations, as undergrads. Now, the Humanities are not being taught. That is a horrible thing, and a sad thing.
Larry has a post up about rioting if Obama is not elected. Well? Why would you feel the need to riot about that? We vote here. There are three different people to vote for this time around. You get a choice. Two of them will lose. That's how it goes.
I would imagine that our government would step in to quell riots, if it came to that. It's not clear what the issue is though? Would the riot be for ending the war? Would the riot be for Black Power? Would the riot be for a person? It's just not clear what the cause is. One thing is very clear. David Axelrod has orchestrated a massive target marketing campaign. Because the techniques used are those from corporate America in order to sell his client like a brand.
So you think about it. Is a logo worth rioting for? Is it the end of the war? More war? Or do you just want to be able to vote for the person you want?
You are going to get that chance, or have already had it. People from Obama's generation know how important this election is to our country. We all have our own thoughts about that. Perhaps the answer to this is to let all three run in the fall. Just assume there are three candidates on the ballot. Then the U.S. could vote, "their way." Somebody will lose, that's a given. Somebody will win. Nobody wants a candidate stuffed down their throats do they? We vote here for a reason. If that is changing, now, what sort of country do you think we will be living in? I wanted Gore, and he lost to a hanging chad.
Here is that post from NQ, and the comments people made. If this election weren't so important or so historic you wouldn't see so much dialogue, research, debate, argument or even fury. Or satire. Nobody can figure the damn thing out. They just want who they want, and that's it.
Super Delegates: Vote Obama or Else [UPDATED] »
By Larry Johnson on May 27, 2008 at 9:53 PM in Current Affairs | 291 Comments
Obamatons are making not so subtle threats against the Super Delegates–elect Obama or there will be blood in the streets. Leading supporters of Obama are the messengers of doom. Consider Tom Hayden, one of the mainstays of a group called "Progressives for Obama." He was on NPR this week and said:
"If there were the theft of a nomination, if that was the perception of the Obama supporters, then probably there would be a '68 scenario."
Theft. How in the hell is it theft? Neither Barack nor Hillary have won enough delegates to win the election. Barack has 1661 and Hillary has 1499. CNN maintains you need 2026 to win the nomination. So, you don't have to be real smart to realize that both candidates do not yet have enough votes and will require the support of the Super Delegates in order to win. In other words, it is in the hands of Super Delegates.
Leave it to Barack's folks to threaten race riots. Intimidation through the threat of violence, even race violence, is one of Obama's insidious weapons in stampeding super delegates like a herd. Here's a radical alternative. Let's use reason and intelligence. Is that feasible?
For starters, Super Delegates should take a look at the terrific analysis presented by Peniel Cronin. Cronin uses cold hard facts to demonstrate that Hillary, not Barack, is most deserving of the support of the Super Delegates. She has won more votes and won more in states that will count for Democrats come the fall. I challenge any Obamaton to refute these facts. Please download and read: 2008caucusreport.pdf
But the Obama fantasy train wants passengers to believe that Hillary is behind. That Hillary cannot win. It is a damn lie. Read the rest
Thanks Axelrod. You really pulled off a number here didn't you? On purpose, Alinsky-style. But, I think you just thought the whole feminist vote was dead, babe.
Nope. We already know who we want, just like you know who you want. Keep threatening like this? Did you really intend another Republican win? You'll get that. From the comments alone on the blogs I frequent, that's the trend du jour.
Some times we live in. I guarantee you, though, this is definitely not the 1970's. We've all been through that already. Haven't we? If you want to fight something, why don't you fight those who target market to you?
If I were you? I wouldn't let them get away with it. An artist I met in here called Flineo makes fab films commenting on this whole thing…here is the latest…


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Half-Life: Wilson Chonicles is dead, not Wilson Chronicles ;)
Hi, I'm Matt, from the south of France, creator of Wilson Chronicles. Feel free to leave comments ;)
Half-Life: Wilson Chonicles is dead, not Wilson Chronicles ;)
Boo ! XD
I will try this mod, I like the concept :)
All the classics monsters of the original Half-Life ! (Bullsquid, HGrunts, Black Ops, etc...)
Oh, I love my new wall textures :p
Black Mesa Incident: many lights broken... ^^
Ow, okay... Well, for the second trailer ;)
Oh, I think everyone knows that.
But I gave to you what I've done :)
You may say "English version IS possible :) " FDA ^^
Mod for HL2 is not dead, we're currently busy with school... ;)
I've made the new Black Mesa walls & other textures now, it's now only Wilson Chronicles stuff ;)
Oh yeah FDA, youre right, I know that City 17 is not dead, I know you too much, it's YOUR mod ^^
Of course. ^^
I've got same mails... Just boring... :(
Yes, exactly.
This video feel Stak Trek ! Great Job ;)
Hi korge :)
I can ask to Valve if you want XD
Explained in a news and in many comments ;) But not very dead: just the HL1 version.
Both two ;)
Original Mod in French, but you can download an English Patch.
Oh, okay, now you say that... Sorry Minuit, but I leave the comment for all who are really thinking that ;)
Because English is NOT the ONLY ONE language on this planet. It is naturally that, as a French I make a mod first in french, and second in English (I don't know other languages).
no, you can see the map list in the "Maps" folder of the mod, then type "map XXX" in the console ;)
What ?
No, this is a FRENCH mod, but for the Source Version there will be an English patch ;)
In any case it is very kind to you ;)
Of course I've played Blue Shift, but THIS IS NOT THE BARNEY CALHOUN OF BS ;)
Thank you very much, we are actually working very hard for the HL2 Version... See you on the Wilson Chronicles ModDB page ;)
Thank you, we like the green very much in this game ! ^^
There is no dark box, it's 2 banners (top and bottom) which clear up the image. I agree that I screw up a little the picture with that (I was very tired =/).
I'm correcting it ;)
Thank you !
Thanks =) Yes I'm a little late, still vacations for me ^^
The two "crappy commercial" videos are in fact the mod's intro videos that FDA put in the demonstration.
Coming Soon ;)
I'm the only one in the Team, and I've got problems with the compilation, so I decided to stop and make the Source Engine Version as the only Wilson Chronicles mod.
Exactly the same, my god, I want to cut some zombies with this ^^
Why ? I love those trees (not very detailled but it's sexy ^^)
cool :)
Or ... Ok, I stop ^^
Very dark, I like ;)
You can make your Ati 4850 compatible with Hammer: You need to copy an older version of the atioglxx.dll file into the directory where your hammer.exe is located, if you don't have an older version of this file, find it on the Internet, and copy it to the directory of your Valve Hammer Editor.
It works for me with my Sapphire Radeon HD4870
Yes, I sad too not to be able to continue, but I am not going to leave you of hope while I already know that I cannot continue on the Half-Life engine, I had too many compilation errors and other to be able to make it under Half-Life 1.
And they are so difficult to make ^^
Thanks for your comments on my mod ;)
Thanks ;)
Indeed, I would like to clarify that the best artwork of Darren Wilson ( Media.moddb.com ) will become the official poster of the mod !
Then if you are interested, please contact us at the address being in the news for more information ;)
Thank you very much :)
I love this view ^^
Yeah, that's your friend in the game ;)
Yeah, I know, sometimes it works, but sometimes not ^^
So this is a FULL and SAFETY version for Steam ;)
If there was something new, it would be version 1.4... This is 1.3.1 because it is a Steam Version ONLY, and 1.3 a WON Version ONLY.
He's right, I've been surprised the first time ^^
The mod works with one quarter of the HEV volume.
Thanks, but it is not finished ;)
It is not the same thing as Wilson Chronicles: The Second Encounter, this mod is a remake. ;)
Great, great ^^
Thanks ;)
No, for him, remake = "Half-Life: Wilson Chronicles 1.5", not TSE ^^
Thanks, screens coming soon ;)
04/13/2008: New Image
I know vell well the name of security guards, but he's one of the principals characters, then we gave him his own surname ;)
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President of Halstead Property Development Marketing
Stephen G. Kliegerman's long standing career in real estate has earned him an esteemed reputation from his colleagues and clients alike. As Executive Director of Development Marketing for Halstead Property, LLC, Stephen is responsible for the operations, direction and management of new business, client relations, pre-development planning, marketing and sales. Along with his unmatched team of sales and marketing professionals, Stephen has built the Development Marketing Division into the market leader in the industry through unparalleled customer service, creative marketing and record setting sales teams. Often sought out by the city's top developers, Stephen played an instrumental role in securing Halstead Property as the exclusive sales and marketing agent for the Toll Brothers' four new developments in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Long Island City; this represents the first time Toll Brothers has ever used an outside firm. In addition, Stephen consults with some of the top developers in the country based on his knowledge and expertise in new developments. As a result of his experience, he is quoted frequently in the media.
A graduate of The George Washington University and a Licensed Real Estate Broker since 1989, Stephen previously owned and operated his own real estate brokerage, management and consulting firm, Herbert H. Kliegerman Associates, Inc. In 1998, the firm, which specialized in the management, sale and leasing of Coops, Condos, and Lofts in Downtown Manhattan, merged with Halstead Property and Stephen was appointed Executive Director of Downtown Sales.
Over the past 20 years, Stephen has established himself as a leader in the brokerage community through his efforts in the Downtown Brokers Association of which he served a five year term as its President. Stephen is also a highly active member and leader of The Real Estate Board of New York for which he currently serves as Co-Chair of the Interfirm Forum and has also served three terms on the Residential Ethics Committees (twice as Chairman) and four terms as Chairman of the Downtown Committee. Additionally, Stephen was among the catalysts for the renowned industry RLS and 72 hour co-broke rule which helped to revolutionize the way brokerage firms cooperate throughout the city.
Well versed in every aspect of the sales, management, development and motivation process, Stephen works side by side with his sales and marketing directors, project managers and marketing coordinators to ensure that every aspect of the development process is managed with precision, professionalism and the highest level of business ethics. It is these qualities that have enable Stephen to rise to the top of his field.
In addition to having an active and passionate professional life, Kliegerman has an equally active personal life where he enjoys skiing, fishing, baseball, the arts and spending quality time with his two children. Stephen consistently puts his all into everything he does and enjoys the results and satisfaction of knowing that his family and clients get his full attention, and ultimately a result equal to that effort.
Forget the über-luxury apartment sales that grab all the headlines. The far more dependable segment of the Manhattan market is much lower on the pricing totem pole: It's between $1.5 million and $3.5 million. "The sweet spot is really this lower bracket, for the mere mortals among us. It's...
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CROWN HEIGHTS—Six months after leasing started, Halstead Property Development Marketing has announced that 500 Sterling Place, the 77-unit building from Adam America, is 100 percent leased. Prices in the building started at $1,999/month for a studio.
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New Developments 2014 New developments: Halstead Property Development Marketing Manhattan's most active new developments were Downtown, with over 1,1560 contracts entered or closed in 2014, according to Halstead's first year-end report which tracks new condo developments. View the full report here.
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The rental boom is heading into its third year. Even as real estate pundits anticipate a slowdown in demand for luxury condos in 2015, the appetite for new rentals is voracious, from small boutique-type projects to multi-building complexes. The last quarter of 2014 saw a 31.5 percent uptick in...
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Sales team is offering buyers the chance to fly to Amsterdam to meet the architect Piet Boon North Williamsburg prices have finally descended on South Williamsburg. The first of four penthouses at the Chinese-built Oosten condominium in South Williamsburg are slated to hit the market Thursday, asking $6.4...
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The wonderful 80 Metropolitan building in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is featured on ABC News for adhering to a new city law that requires all new construction to provide bicycle storage for residents.
Harlem condominium development, 2280 FDB, is featured on a July 6th Nightly Business Report. 2280 FDB has reported steady sales and is shown as an example that the city&'s residential market is healthier than much of the nation.
We're letting the current residents explain it for themselves. Hear what these residents have to say about living at 80 Metropolitan in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Stephen Kliegerman, Executive Director of Development Marketing, featured on January 2, 2008 NBC Morning News segment speaking about the pros and cons of buying a fully furnished apartment or condo.
On March 4th, 2009, Halstead Property held its Second Half Semi-Annual Meeting at the Grand Ballroom at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Here is an exclusive look at the Top Agents Award Section of the day.
An exceptional level of imagination, artistry and workmanship at 498 West End Avenue has resulted in the creation of a new design vernacular, a sublime new development where space and light unite effortlessly with elegant materials infusing traditional forms with subtle, yet distinctive hints of unrivaled ingenuity. Originally designed by...
Monday, December 15, 2014
Halstead Property Development Marketing has been ranked as the #2 New Development Firm in New York City, according to a recent ranking? in The Real Deal. Recently our new development marketing team has spearheaded an impressive 40 projects, totaling to 2,241 units. Projects include 540 West 49th Street, 498 West...
Monday, November 10, 2014
Guaranteed waterfront views, airy interiors, an in-season concierge and so much more—Harbor's Edge is the epitome of effortless, luxe living in the Hamptons. This 15-unit development complex at 21 West Water Street in the heart of Sag Harbor is currently on the market as represented by Keith Green of our...
Saturday, August 02, 2014
TEN TAKEAWAYS FROM THE HALSTEAD PROPERTY ANNUAL MEETING There were so many highlights to this year's Annual Meeting that was held this past Thursday at Cipriani's 42 nd Street but we thought you would enjoy the 10 Biggest Takeaways from the corporate gathering. Enjoy! 1....
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2 Year Old Grape Vine - fruiting and pruning?
silent88May 8, 2012
I have a 2 year old grape vine that has made several bunches of grape blossoms, and one is already starting to bloom.
I think I've read not to let it fruit, but it is growing so vigorously (somehow) that I don't see the problem. So how many bunches of grapes can I let develop, if any?
Also, it was intended to only really span the 5-6 foot fence, should I just let it continue growing and prune it over winter or do I need to do any summer pruning?
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Before World War II there was a severe housing shortage. Many workers in the larger cities lived in appalling conditions. Their small flats were overcrowded, and mod cons like toilets, showers and central heating were rare luxuries.
The backyards were often full of back and side buildings. The rent here was low, and the poorest people had to live among the stench of privies and dustbins.
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