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Dr Tomas Ward, BE, MEngSc, PhD, SMIEEE
Senior Lecturer
Room 3.12, Electronic Engineering Building, Dept. of Electronic Engineering, National University of Ireland, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland.Tel. +353 1 708 4684 Fax +353 1 708 6027 Email: tomas.ward"!a!t!"nuim.ie
See my profile on the NUI Maynooth Researcher Profile Directory here.
University College Dublin: (1996-1999):
PhD in Biomedical Engineering (Supervisor: Prof Annraoi De Paor).
University College Dublin: (1994-1996): MEngSc (Research) in Biomedical Engineering .
University College Dublin: (1990-1994): BE (Electronic).
Biomedical Engineering Research Group
Distributed Interactive Applications Group
Darren Leamy, PhD
Kevin Sweeney, PhD
Aodhan Coffey, PhD
Anthea Middleton, MEngSc/PhD
Damien Kearney, PhD
Denis Drennan, MEngSc
Gerard Derosiere, PhD (joint with Prof Perrey, University of Montpellier I)
Long Cheng, PhD
Declan Delaney, PhD - Graduated 2005
Shirley Coyle, PhD - Graduated 2005
Michael Maguire, MEngSc (Research) - Graduated 2005
Karl Monaghan, MEngSc (Research) - Graduated 2006
Dr Yannis Le Guennec, Postdoctoral researcher
Dr Solomiya Lebid, Postdoctoral researcher
Dr Aaron B. McCoy, Postdoctoral researcher
Mark McLaughlin, MEngSc (Research) - Graduated 2006
Aaron McCoy, PhD - Graduated 2007
Kenneth Humphries, PhD - Graduated 2007
John Foody, MCompSc (Research) - Graduated 2007
Alan Kenny, PhD - Graduated 2009
Rudi Villing, PhD - Graduated 2010
Christopher Soraghan, PhD - Graduated 2010
Damian Wynne, MEngSc - Graduated 2010
Fiachra Matthews, PhD - Graduated 2010
Xin Zhang, PhD - Graduated 2011
Paddy Walsh - Graduates 2012.
Physput - Physiological Input. A programmable input emulator for physiological signals
Autoregulation in the Kidney - Matlab code
[27] T. Ward and S. Perrey, Ulysses Awards Program, 2012-2014.
[26] T.Ward, Tuning Synaptic & Cortical Recovery following Stroke, Enterprise Ireland Research Innovation Partnership, 2011.
[25] T.Ward, G. Theodoropoulos, L. Chen, Protocols for Exascale Computing Streaming Applications, Enterprise Partnership Scheme with IBM - Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology, 2011.
[24] T.Ward and D. Kearney, Improving Stroke Rehabilitation..., Enterprise Partnership Scheme - Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology, 2011.
[23] T. Ward, Signal Streaming Technology for Real-time Web-based Sensor Applications, Research Programme Reference No: 09/RFP/ECE2376 TIDA Feasibility 10, SFI/EI Technology Innovation Development Award (TIDA) Feasibility Study, 2010.
[22] T. Ward, Compact Wireless Dual Modality Brain Monitoring System using EEG and NIRS, Tyndall National Access Program, NAP304, 2011-2012.
[21] T. Ward, R. Collins, T. Coughlan, and D. O'Neill, "Enhancing Stroke Rehabilitation with the Application of Brain Computer Interfaces," 09/RFP/ECE2376, Science Foundation Ireland: Research Frontiers Program, 2009.
[20] K. Sweeney, Supervisors:, T. Ward, and S. McLoone, "Ambulatory EEG Monitor for Attention and Focus." Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology, 2008.
[19] SFI UREKA Site Mentor, S. McLoone, R. Middleton, and A. Winstanley, "Summer Internship on Autonomous Robotics (SIAR)." , 2009.
[18] X. Zhang, Supervisors:, T. Ward, and S. McLoone, "Compression in
Distributed Interactive Media." Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering
and Technology: Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme, 2007.
[17] T. Ward, "High Resolution Diffuse Optical Tomography System,"
05/RFP/ENG0089/EC07, B. Pearlmutter, C. Anderson, R. Roche, S. Commins, and
J. Lowry, Science Foundation Ireland: Equipment Grant, 2007.
[16] T. Ward, "Closed-Loop Game State Replication Method for Peer-to-Peer
Networked Multiplayer Games," PC/2007/043, vol. 260147, Ss McLoone, . Enterprise
Ireland: Proof of Concept Scheme, 2007.
[15] P. Walsh, Supervisors:, T. Ward, and S. McLoone, "Closed-loop control
of consistency in highly-coupled client-server distributed interactive games."
Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology: Postgraduate
Research Scholarship Scheme, 2007.
[14] C. Dormer, Supervisors:, T. Ward, and S. McLoone, "Augmentation of
Stroke Rehabilitation through the Application of Neural Prostheses and Wearable
Sensors." Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology:
Enterprise Partnership Scheme (INTEL Technology Research for Independent Living
), 2007.
[13] T. Ward, "Motivating Perceptual Centre inclusion in Expressive Speech
Synthesis," IC/2005/23/, N. Campbell, Enterprise Ireland: International
Collaboration Program, 2005.
[12] T. Ward, "Next Generation Noninvasive Optical Brain Computer Interface
(BCI)," ENG0089, C. Markham, R. O'Neill, and B. Pearlmutter, Science Foundation
Ireland: Research Frontiers Program, 2005.
[11] R. Hayes, "HEaRT Health Engineering and Rehabilitation Team,"
T. Ward, J. Condron, M. Stack, J. Browne, J. Courtney, D. Berry, J. McGrory,
C. Chan, R. Simpson, B. Caulfield, and C. Markham. Dublin Institute of Technology:
Team Research Scheme, 2005.
[10] T. Ward, "Portable Near Infrared Diffuse Optical Tomography for Brain
Computer Interfacing," C. Markham and G. McDarby. Higher Education Authority:
Fund for collaborative research between Irish Universities and Colleges and
Media Lab Europe, 2004.
[9] S. McLoone, "Exploiting psycho-perceptual effects to combat latency
in Distributed Interactive Applications," IRCSET/SC/04/CS0289, T. Ward,
D. Delaney, and B. Roche. IRCSET/Science Foundation Ireland: Basic Research
Grants Scheme, 2004.
[8] S. Lebid, "Fast optical signal detection for NIRS applications,"
T. Ward, Ed. Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology:
Post-doctoral Fellowship Scheme, 2004.
[7] C. Deegan, "The detection of human muscle activity patterns during
electrical stimulation using mechanamyography," T. Ward. Higher Education
Authority: Technological Sector Research: Strand 1, 2004.
[6] B. Caulfield, "Wearable kinematic and physiological biofeedback system
for movement-based relaxation," T. Ward, C. Markham, and G. McDarby. Higher
Education Authority: Fund for collaborative research between Irish Universities
and Colleges and Media Lab Europe, 2004.
[5] A. Murphy, "The development of an integrated quasi-optical and electromagnetic
numerical simulator for the computer aided design and analysis of novel terahertz
systems," T. Ward, C. O'Sullivan, N. Trappe, and W. Lanigan. Science Foundation
Ireland: Principal Investigator Awards, 2003.
[4] T. Ward, "Statistical Algorithms for Latency Masking in Distributed
Interactive Applications," SC/2002/129/, D. Delaney and S. McLoone. Enterprise
Ireland: Basic Research Grants Scheme, 2002.
[3] T. Ward, "Near Infrared Diffuse Optical Tomography for Brain Computer
Interfacing," C. Markham and G. McDarby. Higher Education Authority: Fund
for collaborative research between Irish Universities and Colleges and Media
Lab Europe, 2002.
[2] T. Ward, "Noninvasive Continuous Blood Pressure Measurement using
Near Infrared Photoplethysmography," M. Maguire. National University of
Ireland, Maynooth: New Researcher Award, 2001.
[1] T. Ward, "A Tele-monitoring System for People with Developmental Disabilities." Telenor Ltd, Sweden, 2000.
I currently teach EE616 "Biomedical Engineering" as part of our masters degree (ME) program and EE402 "Computers and Communication Networks" as part of our BE program.
Previously I have taught courses in computer and communications networks, digital logic and computing languages.
I serve as course director for the masters in engineering program here at NUI Maynooth.
I am a founding member of the NUI Maynooth Maker's Club
The above link generates results from DAROL the online paper database
for the department developed by Sean McLoone and his colleagues.
My rough and ready guide to conducting a literature review (spontaneous sceencast give to taught masters students 2010)
A document in which I detail in a more controlled fashion how to conduct a literature review.
How to write a good BE/ME (taught NOT research) thesis. This document gives insight to how I interpret our marking scheme.
How to prepare your thesis. - My personal view for my research students (MEngSc/PhD)
Writing research papers - Good advice from Purdue. Grad students of mine should use this guide.
Dr. David Twigg of the University of Sussex has put together a helpful document and presentation on preparing for your PhD viva.
Indeed so has Dr Andrew Broad in this link
A basic guide to writing well.
The adventures of Dr Lecturer
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Gristle Gals: The Twenty Tune Tour, Gypsy-Grass Music
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From the rockin' gals who brought you gypsy-grass, dancing rutabagas, and really twisted advice; The GRISTLE GALS present their latest journey into ebullient absurdity: SWEET PEA ~ The Twenty Tune Tour. Featuring music from their 2nd album and…. Oh dear, what WILL they do next?!
Mandi Malone – Fiddle, Accordion, Vocals
Gretchen Kunz – Guitar, Flute, Vocals
Nick Schmidt – Drums, percussion
Kalin Capra – Bass
What are people saying about the Gristle Gals?
"The Gristle Gals have more in common with riot girls than Celtic women. Beneath the beautiful melodies and bad-ass fiddle playing is a pulsing rebellious streak that's pure rock…"
- Charles O'Mara, UCD Advocate
- Charles O'Mara, UCD Advocate
"Django Reinhardt would have loved it….[they] know how to tear it up on stage, and can jam with the best bands out there. If you're up for a little musical diversity, jonesing for a new sound, you'll want to put this outfit on your radar; you'll be glad you did…" – Charlie Sullivan, Colorado Music Buzz
"The first time I heard the band I felt like I was simultaneously transported into Romania, Russia, and Appalachia. At the same time it felt like we were all part of a Vaudeville variety show." – Central City resident Hillary Peden
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Adobe Captivate is a program used to create interactive eLearning content and provide custom online training to employees or clients. In this course, author David Rivers walks through the Captivate 6 interface and the process of building an eLearning project from start to finish.
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How to Get Someone to Like You Without Ever Talking to Them
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- Try not to make it to obvious you like them just be yourself with a smile on your face.
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- Don't obsess over them. They may take your behavior as stalkerish.
- Don't appear to try too hard. If it's not working, maybe you should try a different tactic, as in actually talking to them.
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After viewing a recording of the match, SFA compliance officer Vincent Lunny deemed the Irishman to have violated Rule 200 by striking opponent Stuart Armstrong in the face, an incident which went unpunished by referee Bobby Madden.
A two-match fixed suspension has been offered to Goodwin, who was substituted by manager Danny Lennon later in the first half after picking up a yellow card for a challenge on United midfielder John Rankin.
He has until 3pm on Tuesday to respond to the charge and should he choose to have the matter heard by a tribunal a provisional date of Friday, January 3 has been set.
After the match on Boxing Day, a furious Dundee United boss Jackie McNamara was adamant Goodwin should have seen red for his clash with Armstrong.
In his post-match interview, McNamara said: "I was disappointed with some of the challenges that went in.
"That was reflected in the substitutions that Danny made before the end of the half. Jim could have been sent off before that.
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Promotion and Tenure Panel
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Wed, April 13, 2011 • 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM • Sinclair Suite, Texas Union
The Annual Promotion and Tenure Panel will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 in the Sinclair Suite (Room 3.128) at the Texas Union from 3:30 to 5:00 PM.
The program will provide candid and important information for faculty concerning promotion (including lecturers) and tenure.
Dr. Victoria Rodriguez, Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies
Dr. Randy Diehl, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts
Dr. Meta DuEwa Jones (Promoted to Associate Professor, Department of English and Center for African and African American Studies)
Dr. Tanya Paull (Professor, Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology)
Dr. Penne Restad (Promoted to Distinguished Senior Lecturer, Department of History)
Moderated by Dr. Carole Holahan, Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Health Education
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Australia's Lockheed Martin AP-3C Orion aircraft have returned after 10 years of continuous service in the Middle East.
"The final aircraft to deploy, along with personnel from Number 92 Wing, RAAF Base Edinburgh, returned home on 29 November following a successful long-term commitment as part of Operation Slipper," says Australia's Department of Defence.
Over the last decade, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Orions were operated in the Arabian Gulf, North Arabian Sea, Afghanistan, Iraq and off the coastline of Somalia. Missions included maritime patrol and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
During their last operational mission, RAAF Orions dispensed flares above the Australian warship Anzac as a gesture of farewell.
"The [Defence Materiel Organisation] managed several projects which oversaw the successful upgrade to the aircraft's weapons systems, sonars, infra-red technology and the introduction of a traffic alert and collision avoidance system," says the DoD. "The DMO also successfully managed the maintenance and sustainment schedule that kept the aircraft operationally capable."
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A method for estimating white pine blister rust canker age on limber pine in the central Rocky Mountains
Kearns, Holly S. J.; Jacobi, William R.; Geils, Brian W. 2009. A method for estimating white pine blister rust canker age on limber pine in the central Rocky Mountains. Forest Pathology. 39(3): 177-191.
Epidemiological studies of white pine blister rust on limber pine require a temporal component to explain variations in incidence of infection and mortality. Unfortunately, it is not known how long the pathogen has been present at various sites in the central Rocky Mountains of North America. Canker age, computed from canker length and average expansion rate, can be used to estimate infestation origin and infection frequency. To investigate relationships between canker lengths and canker ages for limber pine, we collected live white pine blister rust branch and stem cankers from three locations in Wyoming and two locations in Colorado. We quantified relationships between various measures of canker length and an estimate of canker age based on dendrochronological analysis. Total branch canker length was strongly, negatively correlated (r = -0.79) with the first year of incomplete, annual ring formation (canker age). Mean longitudinal canker expansion rate was 8.4 cm year-1 for branch and stem cankers where branches distal to the canker were either dead or alive. Annual longitudinal canker expansion, however, was significantly greater on a stem or branch where the portion distal to the canker was alive (11.5 cm year-1) rather than dead (7.1 cm year-1). For branches or stems, proximal expansion rate (i.e., toward or down stem) averaged 4.9 cm year-1. The circumferential canker expansion rate (around branch or stem) was greater for stem cankers (8.3 cm year-1) than for branch cankers (6.2 cm year-1). Additional site and host tree covariates did not improve prediction of canker age. Two simple linear equations were developed to estimate a canker age from total length of a canker with the distal portion either alive or dead. An appropriate sample of canker ages can be used to determine how long a limber pine stand has been infested with white pine blister rust and how frequently infections have occurred.
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Shocking New Gossip Girl Season 5 Wedding Photos: Is Blair Waldorf a Runaway Bride?
We've been getting tiny glimpses into the epic Blair Waldorf royal wedding … but nothing like this! On November 14, photographers snapped Leighton on the streets of New York City. In a wedding gown. Bolting away from the church as fast as she can.
Could it be? Is Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester) really a runaway bride? Did she finally realize that her much-hyped wedding to Prince Louis (Hugo Becker) can never be … and that Chuck (Ed Westwick) is her true soulmate?
As much as we would love to scream "YES!" — Yes, yes, yes already!! — we can't help but feel a bit skeptical on this one. Trouble is: It all seems a bit too easy. If Blair really is ditching Louis at the altar, why let such an amazing plot twist see the light of day?
We would imagine a secret this good would have to be guarded quite carefully. Is Gossip Girl simply messing with us? This show loves it's dream sequences. Isn't it quite possible that Blair is simply fantasizing about ditching Louis at the altar on their big day? We have know way of knowing if she actually goes through with it.
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Radio Royaal is a Gorgeous New Restaurant in an Old Philips Power Plant in the Netherlands
Posted By Ana Lisa On August 30, 2012 @ 10:50 am In Architecture,Green renovation | No Comments
A former Philips [4] warehouse, Radio Royaal keeps the spirit of a bygone era intact. Gardenier told Inhabitat that they initially hired an architect for the restoration of the factory, but quickly got rid of him, as they wanted to keep the space "as authentic as possible". With plenty of mismatched furniture [5] placed alongside old machinery, Radio Royaal restaurant is unique and full of character.
Serving refined German and French food [6], the menu can change according to "weather or season [7]." The open kitchen at the restaurant's entrance helps build trust and transparency while greeting customers with delicious scents. The waiting area, with its black and white checkered floor, overlooks the whole of the restaurant and provides a relaxing space for hungry visitors.
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Hall brings hope to troubled lives
Whether they are without work, a home or someone to confide in, many Sanford residents in crisis have turned to Cindy Hall.
Taking the podium at this year's first meeting of Sanford Jobseekers, Hall sought to connect with the crowd — emphasizing the role of networking, as well as faith, in the quest for employment.
"We'll do everything we can to be of assistance to you," Hall assured the group, which gathers weekly at First Baptist Church. "Our goal is to get everyone out of this room and back to work."
That compassion and can-do attitude, friends and acquaintances say, are some of the qualities that make Hall such a valuable local citizen — and some of the many reasons she is deserving of The Herald's 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award.
"Cindy is such a positive influence in the community," said Fredrika Cooke, executive director of Family Promise of Lee County — another organization with which Hall is affiliated. "And [she is] truly mission-focused on changing the lives of the less fortunate."
Faith in action
Formerly a third-grade teacher, Hall "is one of the most caring people you're going to meet in this entire community, period," said Stephen Coble, administrator for Lee Christian School.
"She's one of the best people I've ever worked with," Coble said, adding, "she lives her faith."
In her present position as minister of outreach and activities for First Baptist, Hall oversees offerings as diverse as exercise classes and an after-school program. But both on and off the job, she makes time to help people in trouble.
"Mainly my ministry is people walking into the church and needing someone to talk to," Hall said. "I'm able to network with a lot of different people to try to find some solutions."
She explained that Jobseekers started more than four years years ago, when more than 14 percent of Lee County was unemployed. She said average attendance hovers around 40 people, with "a couple thousand people" coming through the program since its inception and an average of three to four new job landings each week.
"It is such a joy when someone calls and says they have [gotten] a job," she said in an emailed statement. "It makes all the hard work worth it."
Surveying the full room at the last Jobseekers meeting, she said, "I would never have imagined how it has come together like this."
Crystal McIver, human resources development coordinator with Central Carolina Community College, attributes much of that success to Hall
"I think Cindy's very humble, and I think her knowledge about this area and ability to motivate people is essential to this program," McIver said. "As it relates to the college, Cindy is very connected to employers; they trust her. We work extremely well as a team."
Local counselor Sarah Courtright of Well Centered, another specialist who works with Jobseekers, is impressed by Hall's "calm presence."
"She is just a constant source of optimism," Courtright said, "It takes away the isolation people tend to feel when they are unemployed. ... From sunup to sundown, she is a giver."
Award 'well deserved'
Hall also contributes time to Upward basketball and cheerleading, which she said started with 76 children and now has more than 400 participants — who develop their faith in addition to their sports skills.
"It's a program that not only teaches children how to cheer and play basketball, but also life values," Hall said.
Hall's community involvement extends to the No Scare Fair, which she has been involved with for several years, and the Sanford Pottery Festival — now the Arts and Vine Festival — for which she volunteers annually. She sits on the task force for the East Sanford Block Party, too, and said her beliefs drive her to serve.
"The reason I enjoy [community service] so much is because of my faith," Hall said. "I think God has given me a love for people who are really struggling. I sometimes get discouraged, but God always lifts me up and says 'keep going.'"
As the vice president of the board of Family Promise, Hall also aids homeless families. Hall noted that more than 25 churches are involved in the outreach, which not only provides a place to stay, but also addresses the factors contributing to a family's homelessness.
According to Cooke, Hall is active in all of the agency's fundraising, identifying volunteers and other aspects of the operation.
"I would probably say she is one of the biggest Family Promise cheerleaders in the county," Cooke said. As for the award, she added, "it's well deserved based on her work and her history in the community."
Hall's husband of 45 years, Dr. William Hall, said he is not surprised by the honor. The two have known each other since fifth grade and have four children together, but he continues to be awed by his wife's "extremely creative mind," "boundless energy," and "love for the Lord."
"Where do I begin?" he said, also describing her as "awesome," imaginative," "friendly" and "beautiful." She's a wonderful woman, my best friend ... ."
Despite the praise from colleagues and loved ones, Hall said she could think of many others more worthy of a lifetime achievement award. She also stressed the importance of cooperation and teamwork in her achievements, adding, "It's not something that's done alone."
Looking ahead, she said, "I am proud to be a part of this wonderful community and look forward to working with many others to make it an even better place to live."


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And, if guildies won't get out of the fire, and your healers keep running out of mana because of it, it's time to weed out the ranks a bit. Finally, GC adds what we've heard before: those looking for a tough battle in Ulduar likely won't find it right away -- the instance is designed to be only a little harder than Naxx. But the hard modes are where the difficulty will really ramp up. If short, says GC, if you don't have enough mana on the easy modes, it's not Blizzard's design: it's the way you and your guildies are geared and playing.


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Joplin, Mo. - The Missouri Southern Women's Soccer team fell 4-3 in double overtime tonight to the visiting Bearcats of Southwest Baptist University.
The Lions received goals from junior midfielder Danai Noftz, her fourth on the season at the 22:59 mark, senior forward Sarah Evers, her first goal of the season at 29:29, and sophomore forward Megan Stueve, also her first of the season at the 88:06 mark.
Southern held the lead for much of the match until the Bearcats' Shonee Samia scored her third goal of the match, fifth overall, at the 87:03 mark to put SBU up 3-2. The Lions then went on to tie it on the Stueve goal, a breakaway, and force overtime. Southern had a chance to win the march but was called offside at the 89:42 mark in regulation.
In the first overtime, as time expired freshman forward Kelly White was streaking towards the Bearcats' goal to give Southern their best opportunity to score.
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• The starting line-up has 723 caps
• The oldest player is Victor Matfield (34 Years)
• The youngest player is Pat Lambie (20 Years)
• The heaviest player is CJ van der Linde (123 kg)
• The lightest player is Fourie du Preez (88 kg)
• The tallest player is Victor Matfield (2.01 m)
• The shortest player is Pat Lambie (1.77 m)
• The average weight of the forwards is 116 kg
• The average weight of the backs is 95 kg
• Friday's match is South Africa's 29th in Rugby World Cup tournaments. Of the previous 28, only three were lost for a winning percentage of 89.3%, the best by any participant in this tournament.
• So far South Africa scored 114 tries in Rugby World Cup tournaments and is currently on 987 points, 13 points short of 1 000 RWC points.
• South Africa and Samoa have met on six occasions – three of those meetings at the Rugby World Cup. The last match between the teams was at the 2007 tournament when South Africa won, 59-7. Twelve of Friday's match 22 played in that match in Paris, in which Bryan Habana scored four tries.
13/04/1995: South Africa won 60-8 in Johannesburg.
10/06/1995: South Africa won 42-14 in Johannesburg.
06/07/2002: South Africa won 60-18 in Pretoria.
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• Victor Matfield will captain the Springboks for the 17th time. Of the previous 16 tests, South Africa have won 11 for a win percentage of 68.75. Victor will play in his 109th test match to join John Smit as the most capped Springbok.
• Should John Smit be used it will be his 110th test and his 16th in RWC tournaments, equalling Os du Randt's Springbok record. John has played all his Rugby World Cup tests consecutively. The record for most consecutive RWC tests is 18 and is held by Martin Johnson of England.
• Bryan Habana is the top try scorer in tests for South Africa with 39 tries in 72 tests. He shares the Springbok record for career tries in Rugby World Cups with Jaque Fourie, both on nine career tries.
• Jaque Fourie holds the Springbok record for most career tries as a centre with 28. He shares with Jean de Villiers the record as the most capped Springbok centre with 56 caps. And shares with Bryan Habana the Springbok record for most tries in Rugby World Cup tournaments with nine.
• Morne Steyn needs four points to reach 400 points in tests career. He is currently the leading points scorer in this tournament with 48 points. He will appear in his 21st consecutive test match.
• Danie Rossouw made his Rugby World Cup debut in 2003 and with six tries in tournaments he is now the Springbok record holder for tries by a forward.
• Schalk Burger is South Africa's most capped flank forward with 64 tests and shares the Springbok try scoring record for a flank with Juan Smith with 11 tries each.
• Pierre Spies is South Africa's top try scorer in tests as a No 8 with seven tries.
• Gurthrö Steenkamp is South Africa's top try scorer as a prop in tests with six tries.
• Jannie and Bismarck du Plessis will play together for a 19th time.
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Titimaea Tafua made his Samoa Coaching debut in 2009 against Japan. His match record is 22 test matches with 11 wins and 11 losses for a win percentage of 50. Under his guidance Samoa won their first IRB Pacific Nations Cup in 2010.
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Tim Draper, namesake of the venture capital firm Draper Fisher Jurvetson, came to Wayne State University in Michigan today for Techonomy: Detroit, where he gave a talk on the next generation of entrepreneurs.
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- Draper said what he does is support heros, like Tesla's Elon Musk, and the founders of Skype. That, he says, is his goal in life. The world, he says, is having troubles economically, and needs more heros.
- Draper says Detroit has "lived off this automotive tit long enough." Tesla, he says, "is going to take you to task."
- On the subject of crowd funding, Draper notes that he created MeVC, which was a public venture capital fund, but was basically "regulated out of business." Draper says he partially blames regulators, but he also says people are chicken. "We have a law for everything," he says. "We have too many laws. And the regulators are overwhelmed."
- He asks, who will give me a ride to the airport? That's crowd sourcing. Then he asks, who will pay a dollar to find a cure for lung cancer? That's crowd funding. The world, he says, is opening up.
- Draper says there are big opportunities out there; DFJ went global. He says the world has completely opened up, and global distribution has commoditized. In India, they funded Hotmail, which went totally viral. (Before it was acquired by Microsoft.)
- Draper, to say the least, sees huge opportunities ahead of entrepreneurs.
- He also says the venture capital industry is changing, via the role of angels and crowd sourcing and incubator, for instance.
- He sees opportunity in medicine and investment banking. Another opportunity is in government; he says they have to get more efficient.
- Draper says DFJ has reorganized to focus on the most creative entrepreneurs. Anything you innovate should be thinking years and years ahead. We've made distribution around this planet very efficient.
- They look for iconoclasts; clever business models, like Amazon, with no inventory and no accounts receivable. You want to put a zero some place on your balance sheet that your competitors don't have (but not in cash or revenues, of course.) They look for black swans, wherever they are.
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Borderlands 2 meets Dungeons & Dragons in 'Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep' the latest DLC from Gearbox.
I've been pretty critical of Gearbox, the developer of Borderlands 2, in the past, but I've always had a soft spot for Tiny Tina.
In fact, I found the whole "Tiny Tina is racist" controversy entirely without merit. There are much better controversies to focus on when it comes to Gearbox.
And honestly, even though I find those controversies extremely distasteful, I really enjoyed Borderlands 2 and each of its DLCs—downloadable content for those of you unfamiliar with the term. (Except for its level cap raise DLC, which shouldn't have been a paid DLC at all.)
In any case, now we have Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep, which is easily the most interesting concept of any of the DLC releases for the game thus far. Basically, it's a game of Bunkers & Badasses, the Borderlands 2 version of Dungeons & Dragons.
Here's the teaser released at PAX East earlier this year:
The premise is simple enough: the characters from the first Borderlands game are playing a tabletop game with Tiny Tina as the GM (game master) and you as the players. It's very meta. It's pretty brilliant, really. And I'm certainly drawn to the concept simply because I've been devouring rules systems for every tabletop game I can get my hands on, from 4th Edition D&D to Pathfinder to a whole plethora of indie games like Torchbearer and Dungeon World (and dozens of others.)
Tiny Tina would be a horrible GM. A horrible, wonderful GM. Quite honestly, the irreverent, silly, maniacal writing in Borderlands 2 is probably my favorite part. There's been some valid criticism of it, of course, but I love playing games that have a sense of humor, that don't take themselves so seriously.
Borderlands 2 is just that type of game, and each of its DLC releases have built on that concept. Tiny Tina's tabletop adventure promises to be the biggest one yet. For season pass holders it will come as part of the package. For everyone else it's $9.99.
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yo its on and poppin for 08 i say coach rod is very happy to be and on a mission for greatness. the rivalry is back in with those suckeyes. HOLLA!!!!!
I've been a hugh supporter of Ron English getting the michigan job. it makes no sense to say he needs more experience when just one year ago the defense he ran was number 1 in the country. he probly has the same experience as Coach Rod when you talk about years. Now lets be honest racism is going to always exist, but if you can change the way it is use, then change it. you can not tell me that there are no black coaches with not enough experience to be an head coach. the thing with that though is there are white coaches who dont either and there are getting the jobs. its nothing wrong with that, because the best person should get the job but all we are saying is give them a chance. when college interview they should be trying to get the best out there no matter the color. but he'll get his chance but when he does he has to shine.
hey we aint scared bringum on. its is what it is all i want for christmas is for us to go all out on defense and offense. come on ron english show these doubters and haters u r not a fluke.
you are not a tru blu fan saying we are going to get hammered by Florida. Number one u need to check our record against SEC teams in bowl games. its the best in the Big ten i think we have 6 to 8 wins to bout 4 losses. I never go into a Michigan thinking were going to loose not matter the odds. Yo Rich make sure you give ol' lloyd some advice on that spread tho. GO BLUE!!!!!!!
I always told ppl coach carr was Michigan. He stepped aside for Michigan. ppl always had something to say against him but he did his way and went out the same. I have belief in the new coach and seen what he did at WVU but now its the big house. Let's go Blue its time to be the envy of all of college football again. Hate on Haters
man this dude needs to shut up. ppl are raggin on michigan now cause there mad they dont know every step we are taking. now like i ve been saying give a black coach a shot or any minority uknow he only is going to get three years anywaz thats enough time to evaluate ron english and then take there time finding a new coach if it dont work out. but please dont do a notre dame give the man a chance to win and recurit his style of players.
im tellin you les miles is not and was not the man for this job. we definitly need a new school coach who can handle the spread and recruit but in the end trust me this was good for michigan we dont need les. but we do need somebody soon......bill. but can we talk about michigan hiring a black coach. im telling you its time especially if we dont find anybody uknow they are only going to give a black coach three years anywaz lets see what ron english is about or even dorrel from ucla or anybody thats a minorty thats been getting overlooked.
man why are all these former players mad at carr. i think carr has better class than to hold a grudge he said he wanted was best for michigan. but why isn t anyone talking about how miles undercut carr on that recruit. i mean do we really want somebody like that to represent michigan. somebody who can go against there own. give ron english a shot. we havent had a black coach there and its plenty out there but why not everybody is turning it down or want to stay at the school there at. he s been an assitant here at michigan so he know the pressure and expectation he will have on him every year. besides black coaches only get 3 years to prove there self so if it dont work out then we can look somewhere else even tho u need more than three years to be successful.
yeah but kirk frentz had a lot of injury players for about 3 or 4 years and he team still were above 500.
what's up with giving a black coach a chance. being an african american and a big fan of michigan i would love to see that. heck even a black quaterback. i know michigan dont belive in that sterotype of a black man not being smart enough to lead. come on blu we are about chances. ron english dont sound so bad now anywaz


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Duke women's basketball not overlooking Clemson
It's been more than a decade since No. 3 Duke lost to Clemson, but don't think head coach Joanne P. McCallie and the Blue Devils are taking tonight's 7 p.m. game at Cameron Indoor Stadium lightly.
"That would only show great immaturity," McCallie said. "We respect every opponent. We prepare for people's very best, and we want to play our very best."
Sophomore guard Nikki Dixon helps earn that respect for the Tiger (4-10, 0-3 in the ACC) offense. The Georgia native is a potent scorer averaging 14.5 points per game along with 4.6 rebounds and 2.7 steals. Look for the Blue Devils (13-0, 3-0) to maintain tight coverage tonight on No. 21.
"[Dixon is] a tough, aggressive guard—very quick and athletic—and we've got to limit her touches," McCallie said. "We have to really defend her with a great stance, because she can penetrate so well. And she can shoot the 3-ball when she's open, so she's a complete player. It's a team effort—it's not just one person because matchups change according to transition but she's very good."
Although Dixon is Clemson's only player averaging double figures, Quinyotta Pettaway also has the potential to be an impact player for the Tigers, particularly on the boards. Pettaway, a 6-foot-3 junior, is a legitimate double-double threat on any night. The forward will enter tonight's game averaging 9.8 points on the season and a league-best 14.3 rebounds per game in ACC play. Clemson will need big time performances from both Dixon and Pettaway if they are to have a chance in tonight's contest.
Duke's offense, by contrast, has been remarkably multi-dimensional. In conference play, four Blue Devils have averaged 10 or more points per game.
As a team, Duke is averaging 17.7 assists per game and shooting 49.7 percent from the field against ACC opponents. Haley Peters and Elizabeth Williams are superb complements in the frontcourt, sharpshooter Tricia Liston helps spread the floor, but no one has been more impressive than Chelsea Gray. The dynamic point guard from California is averaging 17.0 points per game in Duke's three conference tilts, but McCallie and her teammates know she is more than just a scorer.
"[Chelsea is] one of the best rebounding guards in the country," McCallie said. "She's got the ability to play the complete game."
Gray demonstrated that ability last Sunday against Boston College, where she posted her second career triple-double with 18 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Off the stat line, Gray also drew three charges for the Blue Devils. Clemson will have a hard time matching up on either side of the floor tonight. Nevertheless, the matchup will provide a great opportunity for the Blue Devils to polish their rebounding and defensive intensity. While there is always room for improvement, McCallie acknowledged excitement with the team's performance to date.
"We're excited. We're growing. We're getting better," McCalle said. "We're kind of a work in progress, but we're definitely heading in the right direction."


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I just want to get my disappointment out.
I'm a Vic Firth guy, all the way. My drumsticks are American Heritage 7A's, my brushes are Steve Gadd sigs, and what I used until recently for tenor mallets were Tom Aungst Tenor Hybrids.
Today I got the equipment list for the coming season, and I'm required to get a pair of Innovative Percussion mallets.
I'm not a big fan of aluminum mallets in the first place, but Innovative Percussion? Really?
My heart was crushed... ;_;
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I'll counter your complaining with some brushing off and indifference, followed by a brief mention of personal experience with said product that you take superficial issue with:
Big deal. At least you get to play tenors. I have some Innovative Percussion glockenspiel, vibraphone, xylophone, and marimba mallets. They're great. Not because they are or are not Innovative Percussion, but because they sound good and are excellently crafted...
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Complaining is a reoccuring trend in the youth today. I know, im 22 myself, so im hardly a wealth of experience.
Complaining is fine when there is something to complain about, but not when its not being able to use your faviourite brand of sticks. Its just sticks, man.
When I was first starting out, one of my sticks broke at the tip, so i taped it up, turned it round and kept going, because I was playing DRUMS! How awesome is that! I wish people could get back to that.
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What's that saying about it being about the Indian, not the arrow? However it goes, it applies here. I really don't get the almost OCD brand loyalty thing - it's drumming: be glad you're doing it.
Re: Complaining
If someone tried to get me to smoke a different cigarette I'd be resistant, I get brand loyalty to a point. But if I was fiending I don't think I'd turn down a different brand offered and wait until I get mine.
Point is a chance to play is worth more than a pair of vics.
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