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News & Updates
Pure Sound Anniversary Video, by Oliver Dagher
Pure Sound 20th anniversary video
Pure Sound Youth Choir Celebrates 20 Years of Singing, by Carol Mohrman
The Pure Sound youth choir kicks off its 20th year of singing with a Labor Day Retreat, September 4-7.
Graduating Seniors tell their stories, by St. Luke's
Senior stories
Life Wins by Dr. Tom Pace, by Dr. Tom Pace
Life Wins
The Right Kind of Wristwatch, by Tom Pace
Don't let the sun go down and wait for tomorrow. Look at your new watch. It says "NOW!â€
Turning the church Inside-Out: There's more work to be done, by Elizabeth Huff
At the beginning of 2014, St. Luke's committed to a movement — a movement towards becoming more service-minded; towards changing the posture of our church body in our community; and towards providing ample opportunities to be invitational to our neighbors. It is a movement to turn the church inside-out.
January Choir News, by Carol Mohrman
Join a Choir in January!
The Modern Family, by Dr. Tom Pace
column from Dr. Pace
Join A Choir This Fall!, by Carol Mohrman
Check out the musical opportunities for ALL ages, beginning at the end of August and rolling out in early September!
What Does Love Look Like?, by Jenna Lindley
We hope you will participate in the collaborative art exhibit in the Rotunda Gallery, "Wonder Wall: Visions of Love in the St. Luke's Community", during the month of July.
Summer Worship Plans, by St. Luke's
Worship will look a little different this summer.
Church Conference April 13, 2014, by Communications Team
St. Luke's United Methodist Church - Church Conference to vote on approval of renovation and new building construction plans.
Holy Week Promo, by Communications Team
Holy Week and Easter
Brick by Brick, Stone by Stone, by Dr. Tom Pace, Sr. Pastor
This spring, we will begin the work of refurbishing and renovating some of our older buildings, and in the fall, the work will begin on our newest facilities. They will first lay a solid foundation, and then brick by brick, stone by stone, they will build a church.
Town Hall Meeting February 2014, by Communications Team
Town hall meeting where current plans for new buildings on the St. Luke's United Methodist Church Westheimer and Gethsemane campuses were presented.
The Joy of Christmas TV Special, by St. Luke's UMC
St. Luke's Annual Christmas Special.
Church Conference November 2013, by Mark Eaves
Church Conference November 2013
Why do we need a building program?, by Tom Pace
There are three important reasons any church should build.
Commitment Sunday Recap Video, by Mark Eaves
A video recap from our special Commitment Sunday Service at Reliant Center.
ADHD Awareness at NFCC, by Paige Roane
ADHD Awareness
Join a Choir This Fall!, by Carol Mohrman
Worship and Fine Arts Ministry announces the fall music opportunities for all ages. Come join us!
Christ In Youth (CIY) Move: "Rise Up 2013", by Carol Mohrman
All high school students are encouraged to register for this amazing summer experience coming in July!
Summer Music and Theater Opportunities for Children and Youth, by Carol Mohrman
Looking for something fun for your children to do this summer?
Meet the Student Interns!, by Carol Mohrman
Let's meet Kelly Cochran, Harrison Sellers and Katie Brown!
Summer Stock Theater Series 2013, by Carol Mohrman
This summer's lineup of fun musical and theatrical performances for all ages!
Plans unveiled for Building Campaign, by Sally Penning
At St. Luke's Board of Stewards meeting on May 1, the Long Range Planning and Building Committees unveiled plans for construction of Phase 5 of the church's master plan.
A letter from Dr. Pace and Jennifer Gould, by Tom Pace
Church Conference on Wednesday, May 22, at
6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, to pray together and to vote on the Master Plan and Phase 5 of our facility.
In Times Like This: A message from our pastor, by Dr. Tom Pace, by Tom Pace
There is much happening in the world so close to home right now... Five things I remember in times like this...
What to tell children in the wake of a tragedy, by Amy Birchill Lavergne
In the wake of the Boston bombing, parents are wondering what to tell their children. In an interview with Channel 12, Amy Birchill Lavergne, Director of Nick Finnegan Counseling Center had this to say...
New Curriculum Plan for Student Sunday Mornings, by Carol Mohrman
Our Student Leadership Team has recently completed the major challenge of developing a planned curriculum outline for middle school and high school Sunday mornings for the next three years!
The Hurried Family, by Sally Penning
Dr. Kimmel brings help to the hurried home by sharing positive ways to overcome today's hectic lifestyle.
An Unlikely reVision Volunteer, by Sally Penning
Why would a single woman with no children leave her career behind at 5 p.m. to meet with a gang-affected teen coming to see his probation officer?
A Look at 2012, by Mark Kidd
2012 Board of Stewards Chair Mark Kidd reflects on the past year.
Student Ministry in January, by Carol Mohrman
Lots happening this month with our Students!
A New Year of Singing, by Carol Mohrman
Like to Sing? Join a choir in 2013!
Prayer for the Children and Teachers of Sandy Hook, by Dr. Tom Pace
Dear God of all times,
You tell us that when we can't find the words to say, you will turn our groans into prayers. Today, we groan, O God, and we trust that you will receive our anguish as a prayer to you.
Playing chase in the Dominican, by Anna Louise Buckley
This past summer, I signed up for a mission trip to the Dominican Republic with St. Luke's United Methodist Church. At first, this opportunity just seemed like a great addition to my resume and a chance to leave the unbearable humidity of Houston. I didn't realize how much the trip and the kids would impact me.
Youth 3-on-3 at the G.C., by Gethsemane Campus
Over 25 young men took their best game to the outdoor basketball court of the Gethsemane Campus on October 20. Youth of ages eleven to nineteen gathered from our youth ministry, Challenge High School, Sharpstown High School, Lee High School, Jane Long, the reVision program and other various schools to compete for first place.
Twas The Night Before Counseling, by Finnegan Counseling Center
'Twas the night before counseling, when all through my head My thoughts were racing like a kid on a sled The reds and the greens of the season were there But for me there were shades of blue in the air ...
A Journey through Advent at St. Luke's, by St. Luke's UMC
Articles Included: Remember the Story of Advent, Symbols to Remind Us of The Story, Finding Ourselves in The Story, Responding to The Story
Summer Youth Opportunities, by Carol Mohrman
Plan your summer activities around our youth mission trips and other summer opportunities... make them a priority!
November Student Ministry Opportunities, by Carol Mohrman
see planned activities for students in November and read all about our revamped Sunday morning programs!
Innovative Ministry to Gang Affected Youth, by Cross Connection, a publication of the Texas Annual Conference
reVision is building one-on-one relationships with gang-affected youth.
Renovation Team Update, by Carol Mohrman
A 6-month mark status report on the Youth Ministry Renovation project.
Vision Night Success!, by Carol Mohrman
a recap of the first annual Student Vision Night
Pure Sound Retreat Recap, by Carol Mohrman
A report on the Pure Sound Retreat, complete with a photo slideshow
Meet Lauren Bair, by Carol Mohrman
An introduction to Lauren Bair
Teachers, by Dr. Tom Pace
Mona Marcec was my fourth grade teacher. She had dark hair and a twinkle in her eyes. She liked me a whole lot and I liked her a whole lot. She inspired in me a love of learning, and took a special interest in me.
Summer Volunteer Opportunities- A Huge Success, by Outreach Ministry
THANK YOU to everyone who participated in one of the Volunteer Opportunities during the Apostle sermon series
Recap: Summer Clubhouse, by Gethsemane Children's Ministries
Summer Clubhouse at the Gethsemane Campus was a huge success thanks to the prayers, presence, gifts, service AND witness of the St. Luke's Family! 57 children attended each week, plus 17 student volunteers and countless adult volunteers.
Meet David Johnson, by Carol Mohrman
An interview with David, who oversees our Jr. High Ministry at our Gethsemane Campus...
Join A Choir This Fall!, by Carol Mohrman
A comprehensive list of musical opportunities for all ages...
St. Luke's Publications Information, by Communications Ministry
Stay in touch with your St. Luke's family through our publications, The Spire, E-bulletin and The Pathway magazine that is coming very soon!
Sweet Caroline, by Dr. Tom Pace
When we celebrate at a family wedding reception, the band or the DJ is always given a request to play Neil Diamond's classic song, Sweet Caroline. My youngest daughter, now eighteen, is named Caroline.
St. Martin's Episcopal Church Partners with St. Luke's, by reVision Staff
St. Luke's began reVision for gang-affected youth in southwest Houston, part of the dream was to partner with other churches and organizations in order to expand and improve the program's reach. reVision is now pleased to announce that St. Martin's Episcopal Church has joined as a ministry partner.
Youth Chapel New A/V System, by St. Luke's Staff
The St. Luke's Media and Student Ministries are pleased to announce that the Youth Chapel, at the end of the second floor Student Ministry area, has received a new audio/video/lighting system.
Teen VBS Helpers, by Carol Mohrman
120 teen staffers worked to make VBS 2012 a success and had a great time themselves!
Love Transcends All Languages and Distances, by Chris Davidson
I recently had the privilege to spend a week in the D.R. with 50 students and 14 adult leaders from St. Luke's as they returned to Santiago for a second time. For some of the students it was a trip filled with the anticipation of visiting with friends made last year. For others, they anxiously awaited experiences and relationships soon to be made.
Student Interns - Summer 2012, by Carol Mohrman
The Student Ministry of the St. Luke's Westheimer campus is delighted to welcome three outstanding summer interns to grow, help and teach our youth what it means to be a disciple of Christ. Let's meet Katie, Carissa and Rhett...
We Know They Can Dance, by St. Luke's Outreach Ministries
Two of the Youth Advocates break dancers made it through to Las Vegas on "So You Think You Can Dance."
The 12, by Dr. Tom Pace
Jesus chose twelve ordinary people, called them by name, and challenged them to step away from the ordinariness of life so that they could follow him. He shared life with them.
Back to Wilson Hill: Fairwell Rev. Leah King, by Sid Davis
"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well." Julian of Norwich, one of Leah's favorite theologians
Why I volunteer with reVision, by Lewis Gannon
"Being in the trenches with these youngsters, who may have made some bad choices in the past but are now changing their lifestyles and behavior, is indeed very rewarding."
Graduating Seniors - Class of 2012, by Student Ministries
Congratulations to the 136 graduating high school Seniors from St. Luke's UMC!
reVision at the Batting Cages, by Charles Rotramel
reVision ministry to gang-affected youth introduces group to baseball.
A Broken Pot, by Dr. Tom Pace
Brennan Manning, in his wonderful book Ruthless Trust, tells the story of a water bearer in India. He had a pole he carried across his shoulders, and on each end there was a pot. On one end, there was a perfect pot, and on the other, a pot with a crack in it.
Renewal of the Church, by Rev. Justin Coleman
Recently, I read an article by Jon Nielson entitled, 3 Common Traits of Youth Who Don't Leave the Church.
Looking For Friends, by Joy Johnston
Do you like meeting new people? Do you like welcoming people into the church? Then we may be looking for you!
Uprising, by Dr. Tom Pace
Sid Davis, the Director of Music and Fine Arts here at St. Luke's, will sometimes ask a question when we are in the midst of a difficult decision: "What would you do if you were not afraid?â€
A Necessary Uprising, by Rev. Justin Coleman
There is hope. At the edges and on the margins there are pastors and churches that are trying bold and new things. They are adapting and innovating in faithful ways. Here at St. Luke's we are doing some innovating and risk taking of our own.
How did a businesswomen in Virginia end up as a pastor at St Luke's? Meet Laralee DeHart., by St. Luke's Staff
Although Rev. Laralee DeHart has been a member of St. Luke's clergy for several years, until recently she has spent the majority of her in time in her role as Chaplin at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital. She now has been appointed by the Bishop as clergy to St Luke's to serve in two roles.
Student Ministries Engages Youth Ministry Architects, by Student Ministries
We are partnering with Youth Ministry Architects (YMA) for the purpose of ministering more faithfully, intelligently, and effectively to our students.
The Importance of "And", by Dr. Tom Pace
I have been reading about hedgehogs. The hedgehog principle grows from an ancient Greek aphorism that says "the fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing.†It is often applied to businesses, pointing out that an enterprise needs to be clear about its core competency – the one thing that really makes it go.
Open the Floodgates - We're Asking for Your Input About Our Website, by Chris Davidson
Tell us how we're doing and share ideas you might have for how our website could be one that you'd be proud to share.
Remember, by Dr. Tom Pace
God is God of sunshine and rain, daytime and nighttime, celebration and mourning. Remember.
A Lenten Book Suggestion, by Justin Coleman
I like to read. As I enter into the Lenten journey with Christ, I often say to him, "I'll go, but can I bring a good book?†This year, one of the books that I am reading is a recent publication from a friend of mine entitled Still: Notes on a Mid-Faith Crisis by Lauren Winner.
Volunteers Needed for Easter at the Park, by Louise McEvoy
Thanks to the efforts of our amazing volunteers, our last Easter at the Park was a huge success. I am coordinating the volunteers for this year's event and want to invite each of you to come out and help make Easter at the Park an even bigger success this year.
Turning The Looking Glass Inward, by Paige Roane
Counseling offers people the opportunity to learn about themselves while simultaneously using the therapist as a sounding board.
Get to Know StLukesMethodist.org - Getting Social, by Chris Davidson
Chris Brogan, a popular blogger at www.chrisbrogan. com, is quoted as saying, Every day is someone's first day. This is a great reminder that everyday somebody is having a first experience with our church community.
Mentor Me, by Adam Everett
Mentoring happens in the context of friendship… but who wants to be friends with a "crazy inquisitive†Junior Higher or a "too cool for school†Sr. Higher? I do.
A New Way To Look At Mentoring, by Nick Finnegan Counseling Center
A mentor is often thought of as an expert who guides people on a particular quest whether spiritual, financial, athletic, etc. Mentors are similar to coaches, and although coaches give advice whereas counselors do not, counselors do help clients find their way through difficult life situations.
StLukesMethodist.org: A website for you, for you to own, for you to share, by Chris Davidson
Gathering together, enacting faith in love, walking alongside someone; These phrases all make sense in the context of coming together in a physical location like our church campuses or in our community. But what do they mean in the context of online, through our website or on social media channels?
Our New Outreach Director has a familiar face, by St. Luke's Staff
" No person fully comes into their own until they give away a part of themselves. This is why I am so passionate about outreach. I want others to experience the great things I have through volunteering.†- Alice King
Restoration: Neighboring vs. Fixing, by Justin Coleman
A book that has blessed and challenged me is Restoring At-Risk Communities, edited by John Perkins.
Farewell Rev. Peter Miller, by SPIRE
Bishop Janice Riggle Huie has announced the assignment of Rev. Peter Miller to serve as Sr. Pastor at Crosby United Methodist Church effective January 15, 2012.
Practice Makes Perfect, by Dr. Tom Pace
Sometimes, we have the idea that if we believe in Jesus, then the Christian life will come easily and naturally. The Scripture teaches us otherwise.
Moving Small Rocks, by Tom Pace
Sometimes, the problems around us are so huge that it seems best to insulate ourselves from the problems in the best way we know how, and go on about our lives. A better approach is to recognize that we can't do everything, but we can do something.
Prayer Walking, by Steve McCarthy
In worship on November 6, Steve McCarthy spoke to the Westheimer congregation regarding the importance of praying for our Student Ministries.
New Counselor Brings Added Help for Church, Communty and NFCC, by Amy Birchill
Church and community members can benefit from Nick Finnegan Counseling Center's (NFCC) newest addition: therapist Derek Prins, MA, LPC.
A Place to Come of Age, by Justin Coleman
When reaching out into the community surrounding Gethsemane, it doesn't take long to figure out that the families we have to pull from are diverse. The rainbow of ethnicities is immediately apparent when you step out the front door and into the community. That diversity has also become a big part of our church community.
Who knew that a call could mean so much?, by Jasmine Young
In the past two years, I have been in contact with many young men and women from the Sharpstown and Gulfton community that face hardships an average teenager should never face.
One young man in particular began attending the church after getting connected through the soccer program.
Creeds, by Justin Coleman
In the early days of the Christian Church, there arose a need to unify the Church through the stating of common beliefs shared across the church. The Nicene Creed was created, and later, in the West, the Apostle's Creed was created.
What is Your Story?, by Tom Pace
I love to listen to people talk about their lives, to hear them tell their stories. I often will ask, "where did you see God in this journey?"
Response to Texas Wildfires, by Alice King
St. Luke's is accepting donations to respond to those whose homes and lives have been destroyed by the recent wildfires.
Welcome to Our New Website, by Chris Davidson
Welcome to our new website! It's not finished and we'd love your feedback.


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India's Supreme Court Fuels Corruption Scandal Fire
With three resignations amid corruption scandals in about a month, India's government is reeling. Adding to the storm, the Supreme Court is now questioning the legitimacy of the head of the country's anti-graft agency.
P.J. Thomas, who was picked in September to head the Central Vigilance Commission despite objections from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party that he couldn't be impartial, was criticized by the court's chief justice for "how well he could function" at the agency when Thomas faces charges from an alleged palm-oil scam in the 1990s for which he was not prosecuted.
"In every matter he deals with, he will face embarrassment and under these circumstances we want to know if he will be able to function as CVC," the justice said, according to a report from the AFP.
Thomas could not be reached for comment by WSJ's India Real Time Blog. A government lawyer said Thomas was not involved in the scam.
The court's questions come less than a week after it criticized Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for not responding quickly enough to requests for a corruption investigation into the government's allotment of its telecom spectrum, which a federal auditor estimated to have cost the government nearly $40 billion in revenue.
Responding to the court, Singh vowed to punish anyone found guilty in the mishandling of the telecom spectrum.
"There should be no doubt in anybody's mind that if any wrong thing has been done by anybody he or she will be brought to book," Singh said in response to a question at a conference.
India has long been near the middle of the pack of the Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index, though it fell three places to 87th out of 178 countries ranked in the 2010 edition. Its score, based on a weighted survey of surveys, fell 0.1 point to 3.3, which the local chapter blamed primarily on the scandal surrounding the Commonwealth Games.
"It is felt that most of the anti-corruption institutions…are powerless in all states," a statement coinciding with the new rankings said (pdf).

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Clinton's Podium Appearance—The Twitter Version
Washington's twitterrati are abuzz over former President Bill Clinton's 30-minute Happy-Days stint at the White House podium. Here are some of Washington Wire's favorite quips.
daveweigel (Dave Weigel, Slate Magazine): BREAKING: Incoming House GOP files articles of impeachment against Clinton again, "just in case."
MajoratNJ (Major Garrett, National Journal): I guess the Mayor of Chappaqua has special WH podium privileges
mattyglesias (Matt Yglesias, Think Progress) They should get the whole old band back together — Clinton, Blair, Schroder, Jospin, Prodi, Kok, etc. #90sparty
ezraklein (Ezra Klein, the Washington Post): After this, Bill Clinton is going to go sit in the Oval Office, "just until Obama gets back."
markknoller (Mark Knoller, CBS): I asked Clinton if he was glad to be back advising & commenting than governing. "Oh, I had quite a good time governing," said Clinton.
janehamsher (Jane Hamsher, liberal blogger): Bill Clinton endorses tax deal. Remember when he told Dems their poll numbers would go up if they voted for HCR? Good times.
PElliottAP (Phil Elliott, AP):I am at a loss to explain what I just watched.
davecatanese (Dave Catanese, Politico): Breaking: SNL doing complete re-write for opener. #bubbasback
daveweigel: Remember when folks were worried that President Hillary would give too much influence to Bill? So yeah.
WestWingReport: Clinton cites columnist Charles Krauthammer, who says the tax agreement is really a second stimulus plan that will benefit Obama
mkhammer (Mary Katharine Ham, Daily Caller): Since it's 1996 again, and a Fri. night, looks like I'll be drinking Boone's Farm in the Bojangle's parking lot after the football game.
davidfrum (David Frum): Moral of Twittergastic response to Clinton briefing: Americans really miss their money.
Notable silences: @PressSec (White Press Secretary Robert Gibbs)


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I'm looking to try and get my health in order and pack on some muscle. I'm not trying to get "roided up", I'm just trying to find some good vitamins and supplements to take that'll fit in with my workouts. I run and bike about 16 miles a week and lift 4 days a week. I take a low cal whey protein and a pre workout but that's about it. What are some supplements and vitamins some of you take to promote gains and overall health?
Drink a protein shake before and after your workout. I'd also recommend adding a multivitamin with your breakfast. The easiest way to add solid muscle is to eat. You'll need to increase your calorie intake. Eating about 4-5 meals a day is ideal. Lean proteins like chicken, fish, meat and complex carbs like sweet potatoes, brown rice or rice cakes are a must after a workout. Drink your protein shake immediately after your workout and make sure you get a big, healthy meal in within an hour of completing your workout. You can take all of the supps you want, but unless you eat more, you'll never pack on muscle.
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If you live for the highest goal, you are living a life of the spirit-whether or not you consider yourself to be on a spiritual path. If you consciously notice the larger aspects of life, always consider whether what you are doing coincides with these aspects, never forget the times when you were enlivened by the power of the highest goal, use those memories in new situations, and act with the knowledge of the support you have and the journey you are on-you will be living for the highest goal.
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Source: The Highest Goal: The Secret That Sustains You in Every Moment
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We are all one. Ours is not a better way, ours is merely another way.
Neale Donald Walsch
Source: Friendship with God: An Uncommon Dialogue
Contributed by: ashlandtraveler
As you learn to leave alone the activity of unconsciously trying to be the mindbody that you think that you are - the mindbody that this "you" is currently flowing through - and you learn to move as this one that you truly are - this "you" of you; the very heart of existence - steadily, consciously and momentarily, the continuity of the ever deepening of this innermost as it keeps on entering its manifestation, through this mindbody that you find yourself flowing through, allows you to simply bubble in the sheer joy, pleasure, peace, delightfulness and stillness that this "you" of you is.
Source: http://www.elysha.org
Contributed by: elysha
"There is alchemy at work when our past, our present, and our future convene in the present moment."
Susan Velasquez
Source: Beyond Intellect: Journey into the Wisdom of Your Intuitive Mind, Pages: 23
Contributed by: Sara
And You? When will you begin that long journey into Yourself?
Mevlana Rumi (1207 - 1273)
Source: One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi
Contributed by: Joy Bringer
Come dress yourself in love, let the journey begin.
Francesca da Rimini
Contributed by: Athena
What I'm talkin' about is a game. A game that can't be won, only played.
Bagger Vance
Source: Movie, the legend of bagger vance
Contributed by: Z
His face was that of one who has undergone a long journey.
The Epic of Gilgamesh
Source: The Epic of Gilgamesh
Contributed by: Baroque
What HappensWhat happens when your soulBegins to awakenYour eyesAnd your heartAnd the cells of your bodyTo the great Journey of Love?First there is wonderful laughterAnd probably precious tears
And a hundred sweet promisesAnd those heroic vowsNo one can ever keep.
But still God is delighted and amusedYou once tried to be a saint. What happens when your soulBegins to awake in this world To our deep need to loveAnd serve the Friend? O the BelovedWill send youOne of His wonderful, wild companions -
Like Hafiz.
Source: I heard God Laughing
Contributed by: Esther
When the wind calls, You know, That somewhere in the mountains, It has found the answers that you were looking for. The pull of the horizon overcomes the inertia of reason... And you just have to go
Vikram Oberoi
Source: Vikram Oberoi, on a motorcycle trek to Ladakh- http://www.esamskriti.com/html/new_photo.asp?subcatid=209&z=32
Contributed by: Meenakshi
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SIKESTON -- Currently Missouri isn't known for its overabundance of gypsy moths, and if the Missouri Department of Agriculture has anything to say about it, that's a reputation they'd like to keep for a while.
"It's just knocking on our door," said Rocky Hayes, urban forester for the Southeast Missouri Regional Conservation Department. "The outlook doesn't look good. They were introduced in the 1700s in the northeastern states, and they just keep marching west."
The gypsy moth concerns agriculture and conservation officials because of its ability to defoliate and weaken trees, which can lead to soil erosion and reduced food and cover for wildlife.
The Missouri Department of Agriculture reports more than 11,000 traps are set up on trees throughout the state of Missouri, and even though the majority of the insects have been found in heavily populated areas, the entire state is at-risk for housing the insects.
"Every county in Missouri has these traps," Hayes said. "We don't want to miss any county."
Hayes said just about all states bordering Missouri have a gypsy moth population so it's just a matter of time before the insects creep on to Missouri soil.
The amount of forest coverage a county has determines the number of traps set, Hayes said. "For example, counties with little forest coverage, like Pemiscot and Dunklin, which have five percent of the county covered by trees aren't going to have as many traps as say a county like Reynolds, which is 95 percent forest," he said.
Most of the traps are put where people frequent such as parks and conservation areas, Hayes said. Branson is a hot spot for the insects as well as St. Louis and the Six Flags Theme Park area.
According to the Missouri Department of Agriculture, last year, six moths were taken from four traps, down from 12 moths found in 2000. Four moths were captured in St. Louis County, while one moth was captured in each of Stone and Callaway Counties.
Gypsy moth eggs are most likely spread by vehicle travel. The female gypsy moth has a tremendous reproductive capability and will attach egg masses containing 100 to 1,000 eggs to almost anything. Lawn chairs, barbecue grills, house trailers, campers and cars are likely harbors for the eggs, which can be transported hundreds of miles by unsuspecting travelers.
The gypsy moth likes to feed on hardwood trees, like the hickory or oak, Hayes informed. It only does its damage as a caterpillar because it's at a stage where it eats or defoliates leaves.
Hayes explained: "If it's a healthy tree, it probably doesn't die the first year. But after two, three or four years it continues to defoliate. Without the leaves, the tree can't really make food for itself so it dies."
Generally, only a trained eye can recognize the gypsy moth, but Hayes said if someone notices a large number of caterpillars on a hardwood tree, they should collect them, bag them up and take the sample to their local conservation department. In their caterpillar stage, gypsy moths can be identified by prominent blue and red dots along their backs.
"Ninety-nine percent of the time, it's a false alarm," Hayes said. "But you can never be sure."
Traps contain a chemical that mimics the pheromones (chemical substance) naturally released by female gypsy moths. Male moths will follow the scent to find a mate, but will find a sticky trap instead.
According to Hayes, the traps are easy to spot. He described them: "They look like an orange triangular box about one foot high and 4 or 5 inches long. It looks like a little tent hanging on the side of a tree."
One reason the agriculture, conservation and other departments are using trafficking efforts, like the traps, is because once the gypsy moth population moves in, it's virtually here to stay.
"They're a mess to deal with," Hayes said. "So we're going to keep them out if we can."
* Check vehicles, equipment and other belongings for egg masses when returning from out-of-state trips, especially to Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and the northeastern United States, which have gypsy moth infestations.
* Don't tamper with traps you might come across when visiting Missouri's forests, parks or other wooded areas.
* Anyone importing wood or nursery products can help by notifying the state agriculture department so inspectors can monitor moth movement between states.
* Report any evidence of gypsy moth egg masses, pupae or moths to your local conservation office or call the Missouri Department of Agriculture, Plant Industries Division, at (573) 751-5505.
Source: Missouri Department of Agriculture


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|Underwater Archaeology
Event Type: Children's Program
Age Group(s): elementary
Date: 7/9/2013
Start Time: 6:00 PM
End Time: 6:30 PM
Ahoy Mateys! Interested in pirates and princesses? Ever wonder where shipwrecks can be found? Do archaeologists really find buried treasure? Join us to find out in our Underwater Archaeology Activity for kids. During this half hour, fun, science and skills-based lesson and activity for ages 6-11, kids will learn the answers to the questions: What is Archaeology? What is culture? What types of evidence do archaeologists use? What peoples and cultures do archaeologists study around the world and through time? What are the goals of archaeology? What tools do archaeologists use to find sites? How do archaeologists excavate? The lesson ends with a hands-on shipwreck excavation where we will excavate and record artifacts in different areas of the wreck and theorize about what activities took place there. At the end of the activity the kids should be able to solve the mystery of the shipwreck and answer the questions: Who were the passengers? What was the ship used for? How old is the ship?Library: Walkersville Branch Library
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Just a quick question for anyone with experience in these types of things.
I just recently installed an online customer service instant messanger program on my site thinking that contacting customers may increase my conversion rate.
So far most people seem to refuse contact and continue shopping (as expected). Has anyone else used something like this and seen great results? Have you been the one engaging the conversation or do you wait for customers to ask?
Thanks for any help,
Others may find this kind of thing helpful if they are unsure of what to purchase so it is important that you strike the right balance. If you must interrupt a customer then find out as quickly as possible if they would like assistance - If they don�t then end the chat immediately.
I am thinking I will have the button there for ease of communication and halt my conversation starting quite soon.
Thanks for the input.
I would recommend having the option there for the visitor but not engaging unless they actually request it. Also, only displaying they button when ther is someone there to answer and not using the default option of 'this service is currently unavailable'
Biggest waste of time ever.
Impact of conversion rate was absolutely zilch; and if you initiated a conversation from your end (causing a pop-up to interrupt your visitor) all it did was **** them off.
Assuming you're a B2B site; just give prominence to a phone number; if someone wants to speak to a human they will call you - someone sat at a desk in an office doesn't think once about the cost of a phone call.
The option to contact a live person on the other hand I love. I would truly recommend that you never initiate contact.


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GRAND JUNCTION " An influential western Colorado lobbying group has done an about-face and is opposing a plan to invest oil and gas tax revenue for road and bridge projects.
Club 20, which represents 22 counties on the West Slope, voted Saturday to oppose the measure that will appear as Amendment 52 on the November statewide ballot.
The group's board made the decision after a debate on the plan during the group's fall conference.
Before the debate, board members said they supported the proposal to divert severance tax revenue to roads.
Club 20 Executive Director Reeves Brown said arguments that the measure focuses only on Interstate 70 and would place another fiscal constraint in the state constitution helped change board members' minds.
A state analysis said Amendment 52 would add some $225 million to transportation improvements over four years, but would siphon off funds for water-improvement projects and other programs.


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Sneak Peek of Bella, NTV7 (Happy Teacher's Day)
Post by MamaFiza on May 16, 2014
Filmed earlier (in the third and final segment) special dedication for "Bella Girls' High School Celebrates Teachers' Day".
Endless thanks to adorable ladies: Miss Serena, Miss Nisa & Miss Vanessa Chong *honestly, thank you for the golden opportunity*, Miss Eja, Miss *h*** and Sir CameraGuys, from NTV7 for Bella Talk Show 😀
Check out LittleKittle's kids featured on today's show, please don't forget to watch Bella, NTV7, today: Friday, 16th May 2014, 11am-12 noon.
Alhamdulillah, thank you Lord~ 😉
Gambatte ne! ^___^
p/s: deeply sorry and please pardon my voice due to extremely sore mouth and throat with ulcers on the interview, previously T-T *cries*
Thank You, The Heat :D
Post by MamaFiza on April 22, 2014
Date: 14th April 2014
Ultimate thanks to great lady: Miss Rita Jong *sincerely, thank you for the interview invitation* and Sir Jonathan (CameraGuy), from The Heat magazine >_<
May God always blessed your kindred heart, Amin~
Cheer up, Alhamdulillah~ 😀
And Now They're Asking for RANSOM!
Post by MamaFiza on March 20, 2011
Auto-Publish by MamaFiza: Month of Outstation Job .
Ohaiyo gozaimasu beauteous mommies 😉
May you're in lovely holiday *hugs*
OMG, OML, it happened again!
Oh dear, previously they kidnapped me once last year, but this time they're acting more brutal and aggressive plus even asked me for full amount of ransom!
These cold-blooded team are responsible in asking me ransom in advance for special mission 2011:
Gosh, I still remember the whole thing like it was permanently attached to my soul. (Lol!). It was yesterday!
Disclaimer: This post is just a joke. They're utterly great of A-Team list of PTS Professional. Each of them are individually implausible person *too generous!*. I'm working hard on my dateline now *Alhamdulillah*.
Thanks a lot for your solicitous support my ladies 😉
May God always blessed your dear family *cuddles*
All I Wanna Do is to Thank Y-O-U!
Post by MamaFiza on December 29, 2010
To my dearest wonderful babe, good morning 😉
Wish you're in the pink of health with cherry cheeks. Amin~ *super-bear-hugs* >_<
Firstly I am terribly sorry for this speedy and short update due to my full schedule this week. I promise to create 1 special post to thank everyone, individually. Insya-Allah >w< Please do kindly check it out soon.
We're deeply thank you to Lord for marvelous moment at Pesta Buku Kanak-Kanak 2010, PWTC. Alhamdulillah! 😀
Even though we don't know you personally, one hundred percent, however you've made our journey safe by your generous prayer.
Whoever you are:
I wanna thank Y–O–U , All I wanna do is to thank you.
Seriously, deeply *hat's off*
OMG!!! *Subhanallah*
I Got Love in the Crowds >_<
Gosh, but this time must be exceptional…
I heart you, dearest paparazzi *giggles*
Not suitable then, I guess, this much better:
I thank you, my fellow new friends >O<
See those sparkling smiles and huge eyes from my new buddies?
That's why, it's worth to know you!!! *happy tears*
OMG.OMG.OMG, what a lovely kids around me!
Hot momma, hot babe, hot dude!
Thank you *cries out loud!*
I never thought this is real.
Me and kids at the same stage.
It's like a dream come true 😉
I've been patiently wait for this time. Alhamdulillah~
p/s: I've received a remarkable honor, please do guess by examine the above pictures. Unexpected VIP guest.
Special dedication: Thank You to my big family for your support ^___^ *truly meaningful for me*
Ei ei ei ^O^
Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity by PTS Publications & Distributors Sdn Bhd.
This is endless. . .
Thank you T-T
May God always blessed your kindness heart, my very best pal. Amin~


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Hans Volkmer
Hans Volkmer (b. 1953 in Bremen, Germany) is Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences of the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. He studied mathematics and physics at the University of Konstanz. He received his Ph.D. under the supervision of Professor Friedrich W. Schäfke in 1979 on a topic in special functions. Subsequently, he spent eleven years at the University of Essen as an assistant to Professor Dieter Schmidt, and then in 1990 joined the faculty at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.
Volkmer has published numerous papers on special functions, spectral theory, differential equations, and mathematical statistics. His book Multiparameter Eigenvalue Problems and Expansion Theorems was published by Springer as Lecture Notes in Mathematics No. 1356 in 1988.
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No Evidence of Herpesvirus Infection in West Highland Terriers with Canine Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Roels, Elodie ; Dourcy, Mickael ; et al
in Veterinary Pathology (2016)Detailed reference viewed: 26 (4 ULg)
Deletion of Murid Herpesvirus 4 ORF63 Affects the Trafficking of Incoming Capsids toward the Nucleus.
Latif, Muhammad Bilal ; Machiels, Bénédicte ; Xiao, Xue et al
in Journal of virology (2016), 90(5), 2455-72
Gammaherpesviruses are important human and animal pathogens. Despite the fact that they display the classical architecture of herpesviruses, the function of most of their structural proteins is still ... [more ▼]
Gammaherpesviruses are important human and animal pathogens. Despite the fact that they display the classical architecture of herpesviruses, the function of most of their structural proteins is still poorly defined. This is especially true for tegument proteins. Interestingly, a potential role in immune evasion has recently been proposed for the tegument protein encoded by Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus open reading frame 63 (ORF63). To gain insight about the roles of ORF63 in the life cycle of a gammaherpesvirus, we generated null mutations in the ORF63 gene of murid herpesvirus 4 (MuHV-4). We showed that disruption of ORF63 was associated with a severe MuHV-4 growth deficit both in vitro and in vivo. The latter deficit was mainly associated with a defect of replication in the lung but did not affect the establishment of latency in the spleen. From a functional point of view, inhibition of caspase-1 or the inflammasome did not restore the growth of the ORF63-deficient mutant, suggesting that the observed deficit was not associated with the immune evasion mechanism identified previously. Moreover, this growth deficit was also not associated with a defect in virion egress from the infected cells. In contrast, it appeared that MuHV-4 ORF63-deficient mutants failed to address most of their capsids to the nucleus during entry into the host cell, suggesting that ORF63 plays a role in capsid movement. In the future, ORF63 could therefore be considered a target to block gammaherpesvirus infection at a very early stage of the infection. IMPORTANCE: The important diseases caused by gammaherpesviruses in human and animal populations justify a better understanding of their life cycle. In particular, the role of most of their tegument proteins is still largely unknown. In this study, we used murid herpesvirus 4, a gammaherpesvirus infecting mice, to decipher the role of the protein encoded by the viral ORF63 gene. We showed that the absence of this protein is associated with a severe growth deficit both in vitro and in vivo that was mainly due to impaired migration of viral capsids toward the nucleus during entry. Together, our results provide new insights about the life cycle of gammaherpesviruses and could allow the development of new antiviral strategies aimed at blocking gammaherpesvirus infection at the very early stages. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 19 (6 ULg)
Long term-cultured and cryopreserved primordial germ cells from various chicken breeds retain high proliferative potential and gonadal colonisation competency
Tonus, Céline ; ; Ectors, Fabien et al
in Reproduction, Fertility and Development (2016), 28(5), 628-639Detailed reference viewed: 132 (73 ULg)
Structural Proteomics of Herpesviruses.
; Gillet, Laurent ; Vanderplasschen, Alain et al
in Viruses (2016), 8(2),
Herpesviruses are highly prevalent viruses associated with numerous pathologies both in animal and human populations. Until now, most of the strategies used to prevent or to cure these infections have ... [more ▼]
Herpesviruses are highly prevalent viruses associated with numerous pathologies both in animal and human populations. Until now, most of the strategies used to prevent or to cure these infections have been unsuccessful because these viruses have developed numerous immune evasion mechanisms. Therefore, a better understanding of their complex lifecycle is needed. In particular, while the genome of numerous herpesviruses has been sequenced, the exact composition of virions remains unknown for most of them. Mass spectrometry has recently emerged as a central method and has permitted fundamental discoveries in virology. Here, we review mass spectrometry-based approaches that have recently allowed a better understanding of the composition of the herpesvirus virion. In particular, we describe strategies commonly used for proper sample preparation and fractionation to allow protein localization inside the particle but also to avoid contamination by nonstructural proteins. A collection of other important data regarding post-translational modifications or the relative abundance of structural proteins is also described. This review also discusses the poorly studied importance of host proteins in herpesvirus structural proteins and the necessity to develop a quantitative workflow to better understand the dynamics of the structural proteome. In the future, we hope that this collaborative effort will assist in the development of new strategies to fight these infections. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 30 (6 ULg)
Bovine Herpesvirus 4 Modulates Its beta-1,6-N-Acetylglucosaminyltransferase Activity through Alternative Splicing.
Lété, Céline ; ; Machiels, Bénédicte et al
in Journal of virology (2016), 90(4), 2039-51
Carbohydrates play major roles in host-virus interactions. It is therefore not surprising that, during coevolution with their hosts, viruses have developed sophisticated mechanisms to hijack for their ... [more ▼]
Carbohydrates play major roles in host-virus interactions. It is therefore not surprising that, during coevolution with their hosts, viruses have developed sophisticated mechanisms to hijack for their profit different pathways of glycan synthesis. Thus, the Bo17 gene of Bovine herpesvirus 4 (BoHV-4) encodes a homologue of the cellular core 2 protein beta-1,6-N-acetylglucosaminyltransferase-mucin type (C2GnT-M), which is a key player for the synthesis of complex O-glycans. Surprisingly, we show in this study that, as opposed to what is observed for the cellular enzyme, two different mRNAs are encoded by the Bo17 gene of all available BoHV-4 strains. While the first one corresponds to the entire coding sequence of the Bo17 gene, the second results from the splicing of a 138-bp intron encoding critical residues of the enzyme. Antibodies generated against the Bo17 C terminus showed that the two forms of Bo17 are expressed in BoHV-4 infected cells, but enzymatic assays revealed that the spliced form is not active. In order to reveal the function of these two forms, we then generated recombinant strains expressing only the long or the short form of Bo17. Although we did not highlight replication differences between these strains, glycomic analyses and lectin neutralization assays confirmed that the splicing of the Bo17 gene gives the potential to BoHV-4 to fine-tune the global level of core 2 branching activity in the infected cell. Altogether, these results suggest the existence of new mechanisms to regulate the activity of glycosyltransferases from the Golgi apparatus. IMPORTANCE: Viruses are masters of adaptation that hijack cellular pathways to allow their growth. Glycans play a central role in many biological processes, and several studies have highlighted mechanisms by which viruses can affect glycosylation. Glycan synthesis is a nontemplate process regulated by the availability of key glycosyltransferases. Interestingly, bovine herpesvirus 4 encodes one such enzyme which is a key enzyme for the synthesis of complex O-glycans. In this study, we show that, in contrast to cellular homologues, this virus has evolved to alternatively express two proteins from this gene. While the first one is enzymatically active, the second results from the alternative splicing of the region encoding the catalytic site of the enzyme. We postulate that this regulatory mechanism could allow the virus to modulate the synthesis of some particular glycans for function at the location and/or the moment of infection. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 28 (8 ULg)
Long term culture, cryopreservation and genetic modification of chicken primordial germ cells
Tonus, Céline ; Garcia Gil, Francisco José ; et al
Poster (2015, October 16)
Avian primordial germ cells (PGCs) are precursor of gametes and appear during early stages of embryonic development. Under appropriate culture conditions, these cells can keep their germ cells properties ... [more ▼]
Avian primordial germ cells (PGCs) are precursor of gametes and appear during early stages of embryonic development. Under appropriate culture conditions, these cells can keep their germ cells properties in vitro and are foreseen as promising tools for developing efficient avian genetic engineering and preservation of germplasm. We propose original methods that allow long term expansion, efficient cryopreservation and genetic modification of primary cultures of undifferentiated PGCs. PGCs are collected from embryonic blood during their migratory period and grown in cell-culture insert in the presence of feeder cells (BRL). This physically separated co-culture system along with selective culture medium promoted emergence, selection and proliferation of PGCs lines. Forty percent of blood samples gave rise to lines originating from three commercial layer and two Belgian endangered breeds. PGCs lines were characterized for the expression of the stem cells and PGCs marker SSEA-1 by FACS. RT-PCR confirmed expression of germ-line specific markers (CVH, CDH, DAZL), pluripotency markers (cPouV, cSox2, cNanog), telomerase and CXCR4 receptor. All lines were male although isolated from pooled male and female blood samples. Two cryopreservation methods were developed based upon slow-freezing and aseptic vitrification. Both have shown a similar effectiveness in allowing storage without phenotype drift. Stably expressing lines were obtained by Lipofectamine® mediated transfection of a GFP plasmid. PGCs were subsequently injected in recipient embryos. Persistence of exogenous PGCs in the developing gonad of recipient embryos confirmed that PGCs retain their gonadal colonisation ability, both after long-term culture and after cryopreservation. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 104 (11 ULg)
Canine idopathic pulmonary fibrosis is not associated with herpes virus infection
Roels, Elodie ; Dourcy, Mickael ; et al
Poster (2015, October)Detailed reference viewed: 24 (2 ULg)
The Interferon-Inducible Mouse Apolipoprotein L9 and Prohibitins Cooperate to Restrict Theiler's Virus Replication.
; ; Gillet, Laurent et al
in PloS one (2015), 10(7), 0133190
Apolipoprotein L9b (Apol9b) is an interferon-stimulated gene (ISG) that has antiviral activity and is weakly expressed in primary mouse neurons as compared to other cell types. Here, we show that both ... [more ▼]
Apolipoprotein L9b (Apol9b) is an interferon-stimulated gene (ISG) that has antiviral activity and is weakly expressed in primary mouse neurons as compared to other cell types. Here, we show that both Apol9 isoforms (Apol9b and Apol9a) inhibit replication of Theiler's murine encephalomyelitis virus (TMEV) but not replication of vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV), Murid herpesvirus-4 (MuHV-4), or infection by a lentiviral vector. Apol9 genes are strongly expressed in mouse liver and, to a lesser extent, in pancreas, adipose tissue and intestine. Their expression is increased by type I interferon and viral infection. In contrast to genuine apolipoproteins that are involved in lipid transport, ApoL9 has an intracytoplasmic localization and does not seem to be secreted. The cytoplasmic localization of ApoL9 is in line with the observation that ApoL9 inhibits the replication step of TMEV infection. In contrast to human ApoL6, ApoL9 did not sensitize cells to apoptosis, in spite of the presence of a conserved putative BH3 domain, required for antiviral activity. ApoL9a and b isoforms interact with cellular prohibitin 1 (Phb1) and prohibitin 2 (Phb2) and this interaction might contribute to ApoL9 antiviral activity. Knocking down Phb2 slightly increased TMEV replication, irrespective of ApoL9 overexpression. The antiviral activity of prohibitins against TMEV contrasts with the pro-viral activity of prohibitins observed for VSV and reported previously for Dengue 2 (DENV-2), Chikungunya (CHIKV) and influenza H5N1 viruses. ApoL9 is thus an example of ISG displaying a narrow antiviral range, which likely acts in complex with prohibitins to restrict TMEV replication. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 14 (1 ULg)
Host entry by gamma-herpesviruses-lessons from animal viruses?
Gillet, Laurent ; ;
in Current Opinion in Virology (2015), 15
The oncogenicity of gamma-herpesviruses (gammaHVs) motivates efforts to control them and their persistence makes early events key targets for intervention. Human gammaHVs are often assumed to enter naive ... [more ▼]
The oncogenicity of gamma-herpesviruses (gammaHVs) motivates efforts to control them and their persistence makes early events key targets for intervention. Human gammaHVs are often assumed to enter naive hosts orally and infect B cells directly. However, neither assumption is supported by direct evidence, and vaccination with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) gp350, to block virion binding to B cells, failed to reduce infection rates. Thus, there is a need to re-evaluate assumptions about gammaHV host entry. Given the difficulty of analysing early human infections, potentially much can be learned from animal models. Genomic comparisons argue that gammaHVs colonized mammals long before humans speciation, and so that human gammaHVs are unlikely to differ dramatically in behaviour from those of other mammals. Murid Herpesvirus-4 (MuHV-4), which like EBV and the Kaposi's Sarcoma-associated Herpesvirus (KSHV) persists in memory B cells, enters new hosts via olfactory neurons and exploits myeloid cells to spread. Integrating these data with existing knowledge of human and veterinary gammaHVs suggests a new model of host entry, with potentially important implications for infection control. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 41 (9 ULg)
Canine idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is not associated with herpes virus infection
Roels, Elodie ; Dourcy, Mickael ; et al
Poster (2015)Detailed reference viewed: 48 (2 ULg)
The alpha2,3-Sialyltransferase Encoded by Myxoma Virus Is a Virulence Factor that Contributes to Immunosuppression.
; ; et al
in PloS one (2015), 10(2), 0118806
Myxoma virus (MYXV) induces a lethal disease called Myxomatosis in European rabbits. MYXV is one of the rare viruses that encodes an alpha2,3-sialyltransferase through its M138L gene. In this study, we ... [more ▼]
Myxoma virus (MYXV) induces a lethal disease called Myxomatosis in European rabbits. MYXV is one of the rare viruses that encodes an alpha2,3-sialyltransferase through its M138L gene. In this study, we showed that although the absence of the enzyme was not associated with any in vitro deficit, the M138L deficient strains are highly attenuated in vivo. Indeed, while all rabbits infected with the parental and the revertant strains died within 9 days post-infection from severe myxomatosis, all but one rabbit inoculated with the M138L deficient strains survived the infection. In primary lesions, this resistance to the infection was associated with an increased ability of innate immune cells, mostly neutrophils, to migrate to the site of virus replication at 4 days post-infection. This was followed by the development of a better specific immune response against MYXV. Indeed, at day 9 post-infection, we observed an important proliferation of lymphocytes and an intense congestion of blood vessels in lymph nodes after M138L knockouts infection. Accordingly, in these rabbits, we observed an intense mononuclear cell infiltration throughout the dermis in primary lesions and higher titers of neutralizing antibodies. Finally, this adaptive immune response provided protection to these surviving rabbits against a challenge with the MYXV WT strain. Altogether, these results show that expression of the M138L gene contributes directly or indirectly to immune evasion by MYXV. In the future, these results could help us to better understand the pathogenesis of myxomatosis but also the importance of glycans in regulation of immune responses. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 37 (9 ULg)
Murid herpesvirus 4 infection protects mice from the development of an anti-pneumovirus vaccine-induced TH2 immunopathology
Dourcy, Mickael ; Machiels, Bénédicte ; Zeippen, Caroline et al
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A gammaherpesvirus infection protects against allergic asthma.
Machiels, Bénédicte ; Dourcy, Mickael ; Sabatel, Catherine et al
Poster (2014, December 12)
The "hygiene hypothesis" proposes that the augmentation of allergic diseases in developed countries could be linked to a reduced exposure to infections during childhood. Surprisingly, the potential ... [more ▼]
The "hygiene hypothesis" proposes that the augmentation of allergic diseases in developed countries could be linked to a reduced exposure to infections during childhood. Surprisingly, the potential protective role of herpesvirus infections against allergy development has never been addressed directly. In this study, we used the Murid herpesvirus 4 (MuHV-4) to study the impact of a persistent gammaherpesvirus infection on the development of House Dust Mites (HDM)-induced allergic asthma. Our results revealed that MuHV-4 infection affects both the sensitization and the challenging phases of HDM-induced airway allergy. In particular, we highlighted that MuHV-4 infection strongly impacts the lung innate immune response. Indeed, while the dendritic cells remained competent to uptake antigens and to migrate to the draining lymph nodes, MuHV-4 infection impaired their ability to trigger HDM sensitization. In the future, these results could allow us to develop strategies to prevent the development of TH2-skewed responses against respiratory allergens. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 49 (17 ULg)
A gammaherpesvirus uses alternative splicing to regulate its tropism and its sensitivity to neutralization
Machiels, Bénédicte ; Gillet, Laurent
Conference (2013, October)Detailed reference viewed: 23 (6 ULg)
La virothérapie oncolytique médiée par le virus de la myxomatose
; Gillet, Laurent ; Marlier, Didier
in Annales de Médecine Vétérinaire (2013), 157(1), 5-14
Le virus de la myxomatose est un poxvirus du genre Leporipoxvirus qui induit une pathologie spécifique, la myxomatose, chez le lapin européen (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Ce virus a la particularité d'être ... [more ▼]
Le virus de la myxomatose est un poxvirus du genre Leporipoxvirus qui induit une pathologie spécifique, la myxomatose, chez le lapin européen (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Ce virus a la particularité d'être non pathogène pour les autres espèces de vertébrés y compris l'homme. Le virus de la myxomatose (MYXV) présente aussi, de manière inattendue, un tropisme pour les cellules cancéreuses humaines in vitro ainsi qu'un potentiel oncolytique in vivo. La tolérance de ces cellules au MYXV est intimement liée au niveau intracellulaire d'Akt phosphorylée. Cette enzyme, est une serine/thréonine protéine kinase qui joue un rôle essentiel dans de nombreux processus cellulaires et fait partie de la voie de signalisation PI3k/Akt/mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin), fréquemment amplifiée par l'oncogénèse. La protéine virale à répétitions ankyrines, M-T5, interagit avec Akt ce qui module le tropisme du MYXV pour les cellules tumorales humaines. Un régulateur de la croissance cellulaire et du métabolisme situé en aval d'Akt, mTOR, est spécifiquement inhibé par la rapamycine. Ainsi, l'utilisation de la rapamycine en combinaison avec le MYXV permet d'augmenter la concentration d'Akt phosphorylée, et par conséquent, d'amplifier l'oncolyse. Un meilleur contrôle chimique de la voie de signalisation d'Akt ou de la modification génétique de son génome constituera une étape décisive pour que le MYXV devienne l'un des nouveaux traitements des cancers chez l'homme [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 66 (9 ULg)
Proteomic characterization of murid herpesvirus 4 extracellular virions.
Vidick, Sarah ; ; Gonon Rodrigues Palmeira, Leonor et al
in PloS one (2013), 8(12), 83842
Gammaherpesvirinae, such as the human Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the Kaposi's sarcoma associated herpesvirus (KSHV) are highly prevalent pathogens that have been associated with several neoplastic ... [more ▼]
Gammaherpesvirinae, such as the human Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and the Kaposi's sarcoma associated herpesvirus (KSHV) are highly prevalent pathogens that have been associated with several neoplastic diseases. As EBV and KSHV are host-range specific and replicate poorly in vitro, animal counterparts such as Murid herpesvirus-4 (MuHV-4) have been widely used as models. In this study, we used MuHV-4 in order to improve the knowledge about proteins that compose gammaherpesviruses virions. To this end, MuHV-4 extracellular virions were isolated and structural proteins were identified using liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry-based proteomic approaches. These analyses allowed the identification of 31 structural proteins encoded by the MuHV-4 genome which were classified as capsid (8), envelope (9), tegument (13) and unclassified (1) structural proteins. In addition, we estimated the relative abundance of the identified proteins in MuHV-4 virions by using exponentially modified protein abundance index analyses. In parallel, several host proteins were found in purified MuHV-4 virions including Annexin A2. Although Annexin A2 has previously been detected in different virions from various families, its role in the virion remains controversial. Interestingly, despite its relatively high abundance in virions, Annexin A2 was not essential for the growth of MuHV-4 in vitro. Altogether, these results extend previous work aimed at determining the composition of gammaherpesvirus virions and provide novel insights for understanding MuHV-4 biology. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 26 (7 ULg)
Illumination of murine gammaherpesvirus-68 cycle reveals a sexual transmission route from females to males in laboratory mice.
François, Sylvie ; Vidick, Sarah ; et al
in PLoS Pathogens (2013), 9(4), 1003292
Transmission is a matter of life or death for pathogen lineages and can therefore be considered as the main motor of their evolution. Gammaherpesviruses are archetypal pathogenic persistent viruses which ... [more ▼]
Transmission is a matter of life or death for pathogen lineages and can therefore be considered as the main motor of their evolution. Gammaherpesviruses are archetypal pathogenic persistent viruses which have evolved to be transmitted in presence of specific immune response. Identifying their mode of transmission and their mechanisms of immune evasion is therefore essential to develop prophylactic and therapeutic strategies against these infections. As the known human gammaherpesviruses, Epstein-Barr virus and Kaposi's Sarcoma-associated Herpesvirus are host-specific and lack a convenient in vivo infection model; related animal gammaherpesviruses, such as murine gammaherpesvirus-68 (MHV-68), are commonly used as general models of gammaherpesvirus infections in vivo. To date, it has however never been possible to monitor viral excretion or virus transmission of MHV-68 in laboratory mice population. In this study, we have used MHV-68 associated with global luciferase imaging to investigate potential excretion sites of this virus in laboratory mice. This allowed us to identify a genital excretion site of MHV-68 following intranasal infection and latency establishment in female mice. This excretion occurred at the external border of the vagina and was dependent on the presence of estrogens. However, MHV-68 vaginal excretion was not associated with vertical transmission to the litter or with horizontal transmission to female mice. In contrast, we observed efficient virus transmission to naive males after sexual contact. In vivo imaging allowed us to show that MHV-68 firstly replicated in penis epithelium and corpus cavernosum before spreading to draining lymph nodes and spleen. All together, those results revealed the first experimental transmission model for MHV-68 in laboratory mice. In the future, this model could help us to better understand the biology of gammaherpesviruses and could also allow the development of strategies that could prevent the spread of these viruses in natural populations. [less ▲]Detailed reference viewed: 49 (12 ULg)
A gammaherpesvirus uses alternative splicing to regulate its tropism and its sensitivity to neutralization
Machiels, Bénédicte ; ; Vanderplasschen, Alain et al
in PLoS Pathogens (2013), 9Detailed reference viewed: 56 (16 ULg)


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J.D./M.S. in Crop Science and J.D./M.S. in Horticulture
The School of Law, in association with the Graduate School, offers a program that enables interested students to earn both the Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) and Master of Science (M.S.) in Crop Science or Horticultural and Turfgrass Sciences.
The dual degree candidate must choose to pursue both degrees by the end of the third or fourth semester in Law School and must meet admission requirements for the second degree. A candidate for the J.D. / M.S. in Crop Science or Horticulture may transfer up to 12 non-law hours of approved courses as elective credit toward the J.D. degree, and 12 hours of approved law courses may be transferred as elective credit toward the M.S. degree. These transfers are of credit hours, not grades. Typically, if all prerequisites are met, both degree programs can be finished within four years, including summer session courses.
The M.S. degree is offered through the Department of Plant and Soil Science. The Dual Degree program is designed for the student with an interest in a private practice or government career in law and science in the areas of environment, agriculture or intellectual property.


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About The Whole Leaf
Here at The Whole Leaf we strongly believe in the principles of sustainability and fair trade. It is for this reason that we primarily deal directly with the families and organic farms that grow the tea we sell. We are proud not only of the quality of the tea we sell, but also the quality of the relationships we have built with the people we get our tea from.
We also strongly believe in the power of relationships both in our business and our personal lives. This is why we pride ourselves on our customer service and treat every customer as if they were a friend or family member we were providing tea for. At The Whole Leaf you can expect your correspondence to be answered promptly and in the case of a phone call, answered by a real person. You can also expect any issues you may have with your order to be resolved immediately to the best of our abilities.
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Translation of fasten in Spanish:
transitive verb
- 1 1.1 (attach)(tie) atar(stick) pegarto fasten on a button/labelpegar un botón/una etiqueta1.2 (do up, close)(case)
abrochar(laces)fasten your belt
amarrar (Latin America excluding Río de la Plata)abróchate el cinturónfasten the door/windowéchale el cerrojo a la puerta/ventanaExample sentences
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- She made sure his seatbelt was securely fastened before closing the door on him.
- Lydia fastened the cloth door closed and took inventory of the room.
- Once I had fastened the seatbelt and closed the door, Jason flicked a small switch on the dashboard, and the machine roared to life.
- A blue plaque fastened into the wall publicises the office's past as the dining room in the home of journalist Henry Morton Stanley.
- We drove home with a green boat perched atop a white wooden box of camping gear, fastened to a blue Volkswagen.
- Chell's white wraparound skirt, reaching from beneath her arms to her ankles and fastened at the back, was pulled in by a blue sash around her waist.
- 2 (fix) to fasten the blame on somebodyecharle or endilgarle la culpa a alguienExample sentences
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- She was fastening some of her hair up with glittery clips while the rest cascaded down her neck and back.
- She was at the vanity, fastening her pale blonde hair into a bun that was already unraveling.
- I made my way to the bathroom where I fished through piles of hair accessories until I found my giant clip with which I fastened my hair in a French twist.
- Realising that he wasn't getting any money from me, he began to glance away, and fastened his eyes on a wallet that a gentleman who passed us had in his hand.
- What I did do, I noticed, was to keep a very beady eye on him from across the room: waiting to see what kind of man he fastened his attentions on this time.
- He sat down carefully, and fastened his eyes on his glass desktop.
intransitive verb
- (door/case)this belt won't fasten
cerrareste cinturón no abrocha
Phrasal verbs
- they fastened onto the idea straight away
enseguida entendieron la ideahe had fastened on(to) poor Anna
se le había pegado a la pobre Anna [colloquial]the press fastened onto that one statement
la prensa se centró exclusivamente en esa afirmaciónonce he fastens on(to) a plan, there's no changing his mind
cuando se le mete un plan en la cabeza, no hay quien lo haga cambiar de opinión
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Definition of Cousy, Bob in English:
Cousy, Bob
(1928-), US basketball player; full name Robert Joseph Cousy. He played for the Boston Celtics from 1950 until 1963. Basketball Hall of Fame (1970).
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text: After another tricky encounter for us, we manage to salvage the win this weekend. Lucky for us Yakubu went missing.There does seem to be some mention of crowd trouble though. Many are suggesting it eminated from the Blue's. Not having heard of any trouble before this weekends game (well not at least for many years). Who was the target and why?Just wondered.


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Professor receives internationalization award
Jacqueline McLaughlin, Ph.D., associate professor of biology at Penn State Lehigh Valley, is a recipient of the 2010 International Women's Day Spirit of Internationalization Award, given by Penn State's University Office of Global Programs (UOGP). McLaughlin will be recognized at UOGP's third annual breakfast celebration of International Women's Day, to be held at 8:30 a.m., March 16, in Heritage Hall of the HUB, University Park, PA.
The Spirit of Internationalization Awards given each year honor women with international interests who have shown extraordinary strength of character and commitment to the cause of internationalization, whether through a specialized focus on one project, or a variety of initiatives or methods of support.
McLaughlin will be recognized as a catalyst for embedding international/experiential learning into the undergraduate curriculum through her international field course model. Using this model, McLaughlin has lead students to study and research the biodiversity and conservation realities of Alaska, Australia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Peru, Panama, and Tanzania.
In addition, she will be recognized for her continuing work on the CHANCE program (Connecting Humans and Nature through Conservation Experiences). The program, which McLaughlin developed and directs, is a coordinated partnership between the Pennsylvania State University and the Pennsylvania Department of Education that aims to enhance the training of high school science teachers in environmental science and conservation biology. One way in which it accomplishes this is by using hands-on scientific field experience in Costa Rica/Panama (and soon, China), and computer-based, interactive "research modules" to allow teachers to bring real-world scientific issues, research methods, and data into classrooms. CHANCE is now expanding into the undergraduate classroom via an interdisciplinary field course in China and the development of new CHANCE modules specifically geared toward this level of instruction. For more information, log on to www.chance.psu.edu.
International Women's Day (which is officially observed on March 8) is celebrated by universities, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals around the world in the form of rallies, festivals, conferences, craft markets, performances, and more. Originating in the early 1900s, the day has long been an opportunity to draw attention to pressing issues such as pay parity in the workforce, equal access to education, women's health, and the cessation of violence towards women.


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Detectives seek women who used stolen check
Published: Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at 12:07 p.m.
Last Modified: Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at 12:07 p.m.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY - Detectives are looking for two women who used a stolen check to purchase nearly $1,000 in merchandise just a few days before Christmas.
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An Englewood woman reported on Dec. 26, that her checkbook and driver's license were missing. One of those checks was used Dec. 19 at Bealls at the Town Center Mall to make a $991 purchase, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office.
Video surveillance from the store shows two heavyset white women shopping and checking out together. The first woman had blonde hair and was wearing a pink shirt under a black sweater jacket, black pants and white sneakers. The second woman had brown hair and was wearing a printed shirt, black pants and black sandals.
Anyone with information on the identity of these women can call the Economic Crimes Unit at the Sheriff's Office at (941) 639-2101 or Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-8477.
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I have no idea who is responsible for this, but whoever you are? Thanks for the chuckle!
Falling in love with the sounds of his own voice, Casey can be found co-hosting the Bloody Good Horror Podcast, the spinoff Instomatic Podcast as well as the 1951 Down Place Podcast dedicated to Hammer Horror. Casey loves horror films of every budget and lives by his battle cry of 'I watch crap, so you don't have to.'


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FAIRBANKS-A pretty busy next couple of days for Interior sports in the last weekend of June.
Tomorrow morning, early in the morning, is the start of the Sluice Box 100. It starts at 7 a.m. at the Mushers Hall on Farmers Loop Road.
Up at the UAF Patty Center at 10 a.m. is the Spruce Tree Classic. That's a 7.2 mile run.
If you into a fun 5K how about the Run from the Cops Run? That's at 11 a.m. on Cushman Street by the Police Headquarters.
The Goldpanners will be in Growden Memorial Park all weekend. They start up ABL play again hosting the Anchorage Bucs Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday it's a double header against the Bucs at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Also the Sluice Box 100 cutoff or finish is at the FE Gold Camp in Chatanika at 7 p.m.


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Definition of total in English:
1 [attributive] Comprising the whole number or amount: a total cost of $4,000
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- The cost of the steel and its heat treatment amounts generally to less than a quarter of the total cost of the whole tool.
- You can't predict with any accuracy the total amount of anything that the whole country's going to need.
- The applicants' bill of costs is for a very large amount, with total fees of about $200,000.
entire, complete, whole, full, comprehensive, combined, aggregate, gross, overall, final
2Complete; absolute: a total stranger they drove home in total silence
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- Wilkinson is a desperately complex person, driven by a need for absolute perfection and total control in his life.
- So the claim that there are conservatives who believe in some sort of absolute liberty is a total straw man.
- Now the sort of response that you are offering is in absolute total contrast to everything that we have heard so far.
complete, utter, absolute, thorough, out-and-out, outright, all-out, sheer, perfect, consummate, arrant, positive, rank, unmitigated, unqualified, unreserved, categorical
The whole number or amount of something: he scored a total of thirty-three points in total, 200 people were interviewed
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- In total he has worked in the Caribbean for a total of three years at various times during his career.
- In total with both actions, it could take five years and potentially longer.
- In total, at the end of today, five people were sentenced to a total of 21 years.
sum, sum total, grand total, aggregate, result;
whole, entirety, totality
verb (totals, totaling, totaled ; British totals, totalling, totalled)
1 [with object] Amount in number to: they were left with debts totaling $6,260
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- It has debts totalling hundreds of billions of dollars and there has been no investment in its infrastructure for more than 20 years.
- It also warned investors it had been hit by two bad debts totalling some £200,000.
- At the end of 2001, net debt totaled some $2.60 trillion.
add up to, amount to, come to, run to, make, work out to
1.1Add up the full number or amount of: the scores were totaled
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- Overall scores are computed by totaling the number of critical endorsements the respondent has made.
- Additionally, there was no difference in response rates if the partial and full responses are totaled.
- Instead of scanning every item individually, an RFID till would simply total up every item in your shopping trolley as it approached.
add (up), count, reckon, tot up, tally, compute, work out
2 [with object] informal, chiefly North American Damage (something, typically a vehicle) beyond repair; wreck.
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- And it appears to have totaled the vehicle, smashed in the back end and broke all the windows.
- Hull's vehicle was totaled and the train sustained $2,000 damage.
- For a long time, even after I'd totaled two vehicles in collisions with deer, I continued to hold a similar view.
Late Middle English: via Old French from medieval Latin totalis, from totum 'the whole', neuter of Latin totus 'whole, entire'. The verb, at first in the sense 'add up', dates from the late 16th century.
Words that rhyme with totalanecdotal, sacerdotal, teetotal
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Syllabification: to·tal
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