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2 min Sea for 2 guests Center - 1
Size23 m²
Floor No.2(with elevator)
- Kitchen
- Pets allowed
- Washer/dryer
- Smoking allowed
- Suitable for events
- Elevator in building
- Lockable room
Accommodation summary
|Boulevard François Grosso, 06000 Nice, France
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The flat was recently renovated with quality materials and furniture. It is well fitted, bright, elegant, clean, has a well-equipped kitchen (stove, microwave…), a pleasant bathroom and very high ceilings. It can accommodate up to 2 persons. Amenities include TV and internet. Linen, towels, water, electricity and heating are included in the rate.
The city of Nice is the second biggest after Marseille in the Region that covers Provence, Alpes and Côte d'Azur. Nice is the most visited destination in France after Paris.
How to reach the apartment:
It is easily accessible by most means of transport.
- By car, take exit 'St Philippe' on the fast way.
- By train, take bus 23 until the stop "Gambetta Dante".
- By plane, take bus 23 or 98 until the stop "Grosso CUM".
Then, whether it is by car, tram, bus or on foot, since the neighborhood is extremely well served, going around in Nice is not complicate at all. Visiting all Nice and its amazing surroundings (Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Italy etc..) is therefore nice and easy! Last but not least, various public parking facilities (and also streets with free parking spots) are close by.
Everything that the seaside, the down-town, the historical center and the pedestrian zone have to offer is at your door! Whether you are looking for beach, walks along the seaside, cultural tourism, typical or modern restaurants, shopping or night-life, everything is at few minutes walking distance!
In Nice, you can enjoy a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures most of the year. You have lots of cultural spots and museums like the Opera de Nice (constructed in the 19th century), the Marc Chagall Museum and the Matisse Museum, among many others. You also have the lovely botanical garden and several monuments and visit cathedrals like Sainte-Réparate, Saint-Jacques, Notre-Dame de Nice and the Russian Orthodox Cathedral. You can also enjoy lovely walks in the Promenade des Anglais, along the Baie des Anges (Bay of the Angels) and you also have a large selection of stores, restaurants and cafés where one can sit outside and enjoy an appetizer.
Cannes – 25 km
Antibes – 18 km
Saint-Tropez – 70 km
Feel free to contact us with any doubts you may have. With the hope that our apartment will allow you to make the best of our beautiful city of Nice, we are looking forward to seeing you!
House rulesWe will meet you directly at the apartment. The arrival times and departure must be agreed in advance. Arrivals are preferably after 5 pm, departures are preferably before 10 am. When possible, you will be able to leave your luggage.
We are not available to receive guests after 8pm from Monday until Saturday or on Sunday, the whole day. Nevertheless, we can send a trusted contact person to meet you (for an extra 20€).
Security Deposit: €150
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Reviews of this property
We were satisfied with the Studio. It is located very close to the Promenade des Anglais. The host was very kind and helpful.
The -: expensive apartment for a very small area. Very uncomfortable bed mattresses used in foam. A blocked store. Bedside lamp does not work, kc bulb, I replaced. Very noisy place (bvd François Grosso) forcing to sleep closed window.
The pros: clean apartment. door machine in the bathroom. secure apartment door. good condition.
Les - : appartement cher pour une surface très réduite. Lit très inconfortable sur matelas usagé en mousse. Un des store bloqué. Lampe de chevet ne marche pas, ampoule kc, je l'ai remplacée. Lieu très bruyant (bvd François Grosso) obligeant de dormir fenêtre fermée.
Les + : appart propre. porte linge dans la sdb. porte appart sécurisée. bon état général.
No recommendation - despite nice representative of the landlord
- House is old and worn (renovation in the hallway was under way)
- It smells musty and moldy
- Windows for stuffy and dirty backyard / noise and smell enormous
- It is not an apartment / studio (No.3) - kl. Room with kitchenette and bathroom (the bed is, there are no leaks)
- There are several rooms with bathrooms in this apartment - you can hear everything
- No closet - just a shelf with curtain (hanging clothes is not possible)
- Bad newly built, but outflows musty
- Washing machine of Boss - but unfortunately also musty
- Not in stock, no Toipapier or detergent (washing up liquid was there)
- Water came in last night by the wall under the window into the room
- Location is not as good as promised - no sea view, not laterally, but minutes from the beach only 5 foot
- Min by bus from the airport and 20 stop 5 minutes from the apartment
- Good bus / to the train station
- To get close only Pizza
- I will not book this offer again - my holiday it did not beautified
Keine Weiterempfehlung - trotz nettem Vertreter des Vermieters
- Haus ist alt und abgewohnt (Renovierung im Flur war im Gange)
- es riecht muffig und schimmlig
- Fenster zum stickigen und dreckigen Hinterhof / Lärmpegel und Geruch enorm
- es ist keine Wohnung/Studio (Nr.3) - kl. Zimmer mit Küchenzeile und mit Bad (steht das Bett, ist alles dicht)
- es sind mehrere Zimmer mit Bad in dieser Wohnung - man hört alles
- kein Schrank - nur ein Regal mit Vorhang (Klamotten aufhängen nicht möglich)
- Bad neu eingebaut, aber Abflüsse muffig
- Waschmaschine von Boss - aber leider auch muffig
- nichts vorrätig, kein Toipapier oder Reinigungsmittel (etwas Spülmittel war da)
- Wasser drang in der letzten Nacht durch die Wand unter dem Fenster ins Zimmer
- Lage ist nicht so gut wie versprochen - keine Sicht aufs Meer, auch nicht seitlich, aber bis zum Meer nur 5 min zu Fuß
- mit dem Bus vom Flughafen 20 min und Haltestelle 5 min von der Wohnung
- gute Busanbindung / auch zum Bahnhof
- in der Nähe nur Pizza zu bekommen
- ich werde dieses Angebot nicht nochmal buchen - meinen Urlaub hat es nicht verschönt
The location for me was perfect as very easy reachable by public transport from the airport and really only a 5 minutes walk to the beach.
The handling of the keys was absolutely on time - I did not had to wait one single second. Everything was superclean and the bathroom is totally new with a nice shower and a hairdryer.
Personnally speking, I found it a bit too functional - a bit too sober... there was no decoration like e.g. a little picture on the wall or anything.
And I would not recommend it for two people as it has just a sofa (no real bed) and for 2 people I consider it to be too small. Besides, you are sleeping directly next to the fridge that I had to switch off at night to be able to sleep.
You better bring earplugs with you, as the walls seem to be very thin and as there is another apartment right next to yours, you will hear EVERYTHING from your neighbours (in my case I was waking up every night by hearing them having sex and talking until 3 o clock at night).
It was ok for a short stay but I would recommend it more to younger people who just need a place to sleep. I would not have really liked to stay inside (e.g. in case of bad weather).
In my case, I was very unlucky, as I was arriving 3 days later and leaving 1 day earlier as originally booked because of a strike of the french air traffic controllers and I was informing Salvatore directly about this problem. Of course it was absolutely neither his fault nor problem, but I would have considered it to be nice to be reimbursed for at least 1 or 2 nights of the 4 ones I could not use the apartment.
WIMDU does not want to be involved into problems like that. They recommended me to deal about this directly with the owner. As soon as the booking is done and payed, they don't care anymore.
So next time, subjectively speaking, I think I will get back to booking a hotel in oldschool manner but objectively, everything was ok with the apartment.
This apartment is very cozy. The location is nice and it has everything you need.
The bed is a little hard to handle as it always verliehrt the slats undress
Many thanks for everything
Diese Wohnung ist sehr gemütlich. Die lage ist schön und sie hat alles was man braucht.
Das Bett ist etwas schwer zu handhaben da es beim ausziehen immer die Latten verliehrt
Vielen Dank für alles
We had the best stay at Salvatore's flat. It was small but had absolutely everthing it needed. Very close to the beach, clean towels and linnen and the room was clean and everything was fine! I would recommend this place to all wanting to go to Nice.
My girlfriend and I stayed at the apartment for 12 nights. The host was very nice and helpful, and the apartment was cleaned really well for our stay. The apartment is nicely designed/decorated and the bathroom is really good too. Overall the apartment has everything you could need, with a laundromat just outside the front door of the building and a small grocery store in the same street. There is a bigger supermarket about 5 minutes away. The beach and boulevard are also just a 5 minute walk from the apartment and the train station is a nice 20 minute walk, but with the great bus connections you could be there in like 5-10 minutes.
I really recommend people, especially couples, to choose this great apartment when staying in Nice. My girlfriend and I really enjoyed it and are very satisfied.
Thank you very much for your hospitality! The apartment is well located and also very well equipped! Perfect for a couple! I highly recommend the apartment!
Merci beaucoup pour votre accueil!
L'appartement est bien situé et aussi très bien équipé! Parfait pour un couple!
Je recommande vivement l'appartement!
the first nice location u can walk to beach with in 5 mins that is the great part to me
me and my wife we almost spent time on the beach in nice of course u can
go old town it's little fat away but i only went to old town 1time only
if u stay in nice , i think u dont wanna do any thing just wanna lay down on the
beach So here is the best way in nice
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#SHA2015: Using Social Media at the SHA Conference
Over the past few years, SHA has built an online presence through the use of social media, and it began within the conference committee. With the addition of the blog, and the society's developing use of Twitter and Facebook, we want to encourage you all to incorporate social media into your conference experience in Seattle. Since 2012, we've been using social media at our conferences, to great success particularly in the past few years. They are a great way to improve your conference experience, while also demonstrating the value of the SHA to archaeology and scholars of the past.
Before the Conference
Using social media before the conference provides a number of opportunities to make your experience in Seattle more enjoyable. Here's some suggestions:
- Catch Up with What's Happening: We have a Facebook Page, Conference Event Page, a Twitter Account, and official Twitter Hashtag. Follow and Like Us, and read up on what to expect at the conference!
- Start Communicating: Twitter is a great way to meet other archaeologists. See who is tweeting with the #SHA2015 tag, and start conversations with them!
- Advertise your session by blogging and posting: Do you have a blog? Use it to share your session, the reasons why it is important, where and what time it's being held. Post it on our Facebook wall and send a tweet with #SHA2015 and @SHA_org mentioned, and we'll share it with our members!
- Share Your Trip: Let us know what's happening on your trip to Seattle. Did you find a good travel deal? Need someone to share a ride with from the airport? Delayed? Lost? Send a tweet with the #SHA2015 tag and see if someone can lend a hand.
At the Conference
Once you arrive in Seattle, use @SHA_org and our Facebook page to communicate with the conference committee; we'll be using it to communicate with you. Here are some things we'll be using social media for:
What we'll be doing
- Announcing special events: We'll send out reminders about events including the awards banquet, student reception and so on, so you don't miss anything! We'll also live-tweet and post from the Business Meeting, so those of you leaving early on Saturday can follow along from the train.
- Special Announcements: If something is relocated, delayed, or cancelled, we will announce this via social media.
- Answering Questions: Send your questions to @SHA_org or the Facebook page
- RTing and RePosting: We'll repost on Facebook and ReTweet on Twitter the things you share on the #SHA2015 hashtag. If you've taken a great picture, made an interesting comment in a session, or provided some good information, we want to make sure our followers see it!
What you can do
- Wear a Twitter Sticker: When you collect your conference bag, ask a volunteer for a Twitter Sticker. Then write your Twitter name on it, and stick it to your name badge or wear it separately. This way, other Twitter users will know you Tweet.
- Post YOUR Special Announcements: Has something happened in your session that is delaying things? Have you found a great restaurant or coffee shop you want to share? Spotted your book in the book room? Post these items and we'll repost them so others can see them.
- Ask Questions: Use Twitter and Facebook to ask questions about the conference. Can't find a room? Can't remember what time the Awards Banquet is? Send a tweet to @SHA_org or post on the Facebook wall and we'll get back to you.
- Take Pictures: we'd love to see and share your pictures from the conference, particularly from the special event.
In A Session
Twitter can be particularly useful when you're in a session. It provides a backchannel of commentary and discussion, so people who couldn't attend the session or conference can still follow along. It also gives presenters and chairs a chance to get some feedback on their presentation, and to communicate with the audience – leading to interactions and relationships that might not have occurred otherwise. Here are some tips to maximize the effectiveness, and civility, of Twitter. You can find more hints and tips here.
For Session organizers
- Use a Hashtag: It's OK with us if you give your session its own hashtag; this way, it is clear what tweets belong to what section. We STRONGLY advise that you also use the #SHA2015 hashtag, so that people following it will see your session as well. Otherwise, it may not be noticed. So, pick something short to save characters!
- Make it Known: Make sure all your presenters know about the hashtag, and that you'd like to use social media during the session. Make sure that the audience knows as well; tell them as you introduce the session. Also, encourage your presenters to include their own Twitter name and the session hashtag on their introduction slide, so that people can use it during their presentation.
For Presenters
- Be Loud: include your Twitter name on your presentation slides, and say something in your introduction about how you'd like to hear feedback on Twitter. If you DON'T want anyone to broadcast your session, make the request at the beginning of your presentation.
- Respond: Be sure to respond to the comments that you get, and build relationships!
- Pay it Forward: Be an active tweeter during the session for your fellow presenters.
For the audience
- Be Respectful: Don't tweet anything you wouldn't say to a presenter's face; Twitter is, in general, a friendly place. Constructive criticism is certainly welcome, but remember you only have 140 characters. It's probably best to send the presenter a private message saying you'd love to chat about their presentation rather than publicly dig into them. If a presenter requests silence on social media for their presentation, respect it and give your thumbs a rest.
- Introduce your Speaker: It's courteous to send a tweet out introducing the presenter and their paper topic before starting to tweet their presentation: this gives those following some context.
- Cite: Use the presenter's Twitter name, surname, or initials in all the following tweets so that their ideas are connected to them. Use quotes if you're directly quoting someone from their presentation, and be sure to include their name. Remember: these presentations are still the presenter's intellectual property, so treat it respectfully!
After the Conference
Just because a conference is over, it doesn't mean the work is done! The same goes for social media; here's how you can round out your conference experience:
- Write a Summary: Use a blog or Storify to give other archaeologists a glimpse into your experience, session or paper, and see what they missed. This also allows us to gather feedback about the conference so we can make it better next year! Be sure to post it on Twitter, use the #SHA2015 tag, and post on our Facebook page so others can see it!
- Post your Paper: Using a blog or academia.edu to post your paper is a great way to make it available to everyone. Or you could make a video; simply record yourself talking over your slides and upload it to YouTube or Vimeo (read more about this here). Then, share it with us!
- Build your Networks: Build longer lasting relationships by looking up the people you've met at the conference on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn (oh, we have a LinkedIn Group, too, just for SHA members). If you find them, send them a message saying how nice it was to see them!

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Although Maryland isn't pushing consolidation, a chemist and laboratory supervisor for Baltimore County's Bureau of Utilities thinks cities and counties should cost-share - particularly vis-à-vis solid waste.
Landfills, says John Burnett, are prime candidates because they have significant federal and state monitoring and reporting requirements but often lack the necessary equipment and expertise.
If a neighboring jurisdiction has an in- house laboratory, why not send samples there instead of to a for-profit laboratory? You'll pay less, and your neighbor can charge enough to offset any incremental costs.
Outsourcing is already common practice anyway, with many public landfills accepting waste from neighboring communities.
Burnett is no stranger to sharing operations. In the late 1970s he was a Corvallis, Ore., city council member and served on the city's public works committee. During that time, the council approved construction of a single facility for city and Benton County police.
"We thought it foolish to build two facilities that would serve the same function when one slightly larger facility would suffice."


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In another thread I rambled on about elk hunting.
Being the barter maniac that I am I have a proposition.
Trade hunts.
I have access to some awfully fine whitetail hunting here.
Nice sized does and loads of bucks.
Non-Res licenses are (by memory) $200 for the buck
drawing and only $55 for antlerless after the first
draw. You can purchase more than one doe tag.
Crazy??? Perhaps...........
Can supply a nice heated travel trailer for your housing.
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Discussion in 'Pistons and NBA' started by Lee356, Jul 8, 2009.
You mean like this kind of tour? (I agree most def with your posts, Cloud)
I'll give Cloud a B+ for his posts. Jefferson was heavily criticized in Minny for his lack of shotblocking and D and he was coming off knee problems..but very true that if he played like a superstar he wouldn't have been available anyway.
Thats my point. Turning our noses up at what is definitely a great offensive player (though I would question the defensive part when someone averages 1.7 blocks and almost 1 steal PG..Garnett didn't average much better, and sometimes less) because of some defensive shortcomings doesn't make sense to me. We just have to put defenders around him. It most definitely worked for guys like Richard Hamilton. Who was a defensive joke in Washington until he came here and all of a sudden people were looking on the bright side. I'll never forget that the scouting report on Hamilton was that he couldn't guard a pot of Earl Grey at a childrens tea party.
lol.... I was kind of thinking we were sort of like the rock band that did far too much partying and now is trying to do it clean. Which pretty much means we're trying not to stink it up bigtime....but who knows? Does Saul Hudson drink like he used to? His JD exploits used to be epic.
Not that I disagree with you and your points in this thread, but isn't this what folks said about CV and Ben last summer? If your willing to bring in a sub defensive player A, then how can you (generic you, not you cloud) complain about player B having the same faults.... or the opposite complain all year about bringing in player A who is a bad defender then spend all summer wanting playing B? If we could have gotten him, which I honestly don't think we ever had a chance no matter what we offered... I would have liked to see him and Monroe as a 4/5 combo.
I don't think we offered anything though. I think the Tayshaun rumors had legs, personally. I believe Joe was hurting over the thought of giving up Tay or Rip for anything short of Kobe or LeBron, or Darko again perhaps...'cause IMO Joe is bonkers.
Sure, but where were the defenders? Rip? Stuckey? I don't even really like Tayshaun despite that ever present "block" of his. He ran from LeBron. That supercedes the block forever in my mind. He practically went back in time and invented the duck and cover. Sure some were supportive of the signings of last year, yet I have to think many of them (us) were counting on Joe retaining some sort of defender in the paint that didn't include an aging undersized forward that needed surgery on two body parts three teams ago trying to play center full time.
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Never argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience. MB Rule # 1
I'm not really high on Mingo as some of the others here are (not that he'll likely be available anyway). Not a fan of Montgomery either. Especially when he admitted to taking games off.....that was a deal breaker for me.
Minter I'd be okay with...I think he's the kind of guy that may slip to them in the 3rd and it would be great value. Eric Reid is nice and Mathieu is interesting if he can be had in the 4th or later (but I doubt it).
"You killed my family, and I don't like that kind of thing."
Coughlin had his eye on the Honeybadger, they took a heck of an athlete all around back in Wilson, wouldn't surprise if he's there in the third, they would select him. Wouldn't mind Bennie Logan, thought he was always in the backfield making plays with Montgomery, but will likely not be there in the 4th. Plus we have Jenkins. I see DT and OL(Guard particularly, next draft)
Tharold Simon is also an intriguing prospect. He has great size and good coverage ability. He didnt get a lot of reps because of Patrick Peterson, Morris Claiborne, Ron Brooks. He is a good player.
"Hey, let me buy you a pack of gum. I'll show you how to chew it."
2014 Draft:
Round 1 - Eric Ebron, TE - North Carolina
Round 2 - David Yankey, OG - Stanford
Round 3 - Allen Robinson, WR - Penn State
Round 4 - Anthony Johnson, DT - LSU
Round 5 - Rashaad Reynolds, CB - Oregon State
Round 6 - Andrew Jackson, ILB - W. Kentucky
Round 7 - ** Traded for Jon Beason **
They better be at the LSU proday!!!lol Between Montgomery, Simon, Mingo, Faulk, Ford, Ware, Lonergan, Logan, Honeybadger, Minter, and Reid, u would think its worth the trip..lol I like that Lonergan kid as well.. A good looking Center...
Not sure if he makes it to the Giants and I could be totally wrong about where he goes overall....but right now I think he could be one of those guys that slides and ends up being a great value pick for some team.
"You killed my family, and I don't like that kind of thing."


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Opening today: Brews and pews at Atwater in the Park
Atwater in the Park
The highly anticipated Atwater in the Park serves up a traditional German beer garden against the backdrop of a former church as it opens at 2 p.m. today in Grosse Pointe Park.
Partners Eric Djordjevic, president of The Epicurean Group, and Mark Rieth, president and CEO of Atwater Brewing Co. and owner of Atwater in the Park, said Friday they look forward to bringing the community together at the brewery, which features 25 main Atwater brews as well as 15 unique to Atwater.
The entry to the microbrewery at 1175 Lakepointe St. in Grosse Pointe Park takes customers through the beer garden and then through traditional church doors. The host/hostess stand is the former church's pulpit.
Church pews have been repurposed for seating. The main dining room accommodates 80 people and a back dining area, which can be reserved for private parties, holds another 40. The outdoor beer garden seats an additional 100.
Rieth said he has always wanted "to bring a traditional German beer garden to the community."
Rieth said the brews will be made in 5-liter, four-barrel pieces of equipment, which should make about six to eight kegs within two to three weeks. The equipment was imported from Germany, continuing with the traditional German theme.
Djordjevic said that Atwater in the Park fulfills a dream for him and for general manager Brady Hunt. "A brewery with more than just 'bar food,' " Djordievic said.
Atwater in the Park's menu will be directed by Kevin Green, who is still executive chef of Coach Insignia, also a part of The Epicurean Group, and executive sous chef Thomas Kuderick, who worked as sous chef at Coach.
On Friday, Crain's got a taste of the Pretzel Flat Bread, Grilled Atlantic Salmon and Goulash.
Hunt said his favorite parts of the menu are the Wurst Plates, because all of the sausage is made at Atwater in the Park, and the burger. He said the meat comes from Fairway Packing Co. in Eastern Market and is a combination of chuck, short rib, brisket and waygu, with buns from Zingerman's.
"We're using the best bread in the area and the best meat," Hunt said, clapping his hands, "and bringing them together."
Rieth and Djordjevic met at the Detroit Athletic Club in 2005. Djordjevic was in charge of the elite club's food and drink program.
The duo hopes to open a similar concept in the city of Detroit, and Djordjevic said Atwater in the Park, the focus for now, acts as research and development for such a future project.
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WATSONVILLE -- Dennis Osmer, who helped lead the Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency through its "darkest period," has resigned from the board.
Osmer, the executive director of Central Coast Energy Services, has been at odds with the board over a new plan to fix the long-standing overdraft of the groundwater basin. But he cited the demands of a major software project at his day job as his reason for quitting two years into his second term.
"I don't have the time and the energy to get spread so thin anymore," said Osmer, 56.
Osmer has served on the board since 2006. A few months into his first term, the agency lost a lawsuit over the charging of certain fees, and, as a result, about half its revenue. Staff was scaled back. Then, the general manager left. Osmer, along with two other board members, stepped up to run day-to-day operations of an agency facing bankruptcy.
Osmer also is credited with developing a system for refunding $11 million to ratepayers as a result of the lost lawsuit. He served as the board ran a successful campaign to persuade voters to approve a new fee to stabilize agency finances.
"His contribution toward leading (the agency) out of its darkest period cannot be overstated," said General Manager Mary Bannister.
Most recently, he's been a lonely critic of the agency's plan to rely heavily on conservation to shore up the ailing aquifer, a concept he thinks is unrealistic. But he said the issue won't resurface until 2015, when the agency must return to voters for another vote on rates.
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Insurance and financial services company Tower says earthquake-related claims will mean its annual net profit will be $9.4 million below market expectations.
The market had been looking at a net profit of about $50.1 million for the 2011-12 financial year, so a figure of around $40.7 million now looks likely.
The move equated to a one-off impact of 3.5c a share.
Tower said the impact of the Christchurch earthquakes continued to involve elements of uncertainty for the company and that the board considered it prudent to be conservative when providing for the amounts that would be paid to affected policyholders.
The company bore the brunt of the Canterbury earthquakes in the 2010-11 year, when its net profit fell to $33.4 million from $58.1 million in the previous year.
"While claims have not dented Tower's underlying financial strength, market expectations of Tower's net profit after tax for the year ending September 30, 2012, should be reduced by $9.4 million to take into account increases in claims provisions relating to the February 2011 event," Tower said.
The company said that while its reinsurance cover for the earthquakes had not been fully used, continued notification of claims and the application of an appropriate risk margin, together with an inflationary allowance, would bring the total claims and provisions over Tower's $325 million of cover.
Since the Christchurch earthquakes, Tower has increased the limits on its reinsurance programme to $500 million per event.
Managing director Rob Flannagan said Tower remained well capitalised at about $475 million of equity, well in excess of regulatory capital requirements.
Tower's result for the September year is due on November 30.
Flannagan said Tower had concluded a strategic review, which began earlier this year.
The review involved an evaluation of aspects including capital structure, its existing four business units, and strategic acquisition and divestment opportunities.
Tower expected to be able to provide further information on the review next week.
Paul Glass, principal at Devon Funds Management, which owns 5.89 per cent of Tower, said the market was eagerly awaiting the review's results.
"In spite of the recent strong share price performance, in our opinion Tower continues to trade at a significant discount to both its intrinsic value and its sum of the parts value," Glass said.
"The board needs to address this valuation gap."
Glass said Tower had been languishing strategically and that the flow of information to shareholders had been poor.
Forsyth Barr analyst John Cairns said Tower had made a prudent move by adjusting market expectations, but said the review would be of greater importance for the company.
Tower's four businesses comprise investment, health, life and general insurance.
"The problem with Tower is that its businesses are small by themselves," Cairns said.
Tower raised $81.3 million in fresh capital to fund expansion through acquisitions in 2009.
The acquisitions did not eventuate, which had the effect of heavily diluting Tower's earnings per share, Cairns said.
Aside from the review, Tower also faces uncertainty in the form of its single biggest shareholder, Guinness Peat Group, which wants to divest its 34 per cent stake.
The stock, which was trading at $1.48 this time last year, closed down 6c yesterday at $1.78.
* Profit expectations of the market should be reduced by $9.4m.
* $40.7m result now appears likely.
* Drop equates to a one-off impact of 3.5c a share.
* Details of strategic review expected next week.


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A revised version of the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 17-1), is effective for proposals submitted, or due, on or after January 30, 2017. Please be advised that, depending on the specified due date, the guidelines contained in NSF 17-1 may apply to proposals submitted in response to this funding opportunity.
Full Proposal Window
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Note that if the last day of a submission window falls on a weekend or official Federal government holiday, then the deadline is always the following business day, at 5 pm local time.
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Note: For proposals with significant emphasis on sustainable chemistry, consider making proposal submissions to this program with the Proposal Title as: 'SusChEM: Name of Your Proposal'. For more information, see the DCL on SusChEM (http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2013/nsf13013/nsf13013.pdf), a new NSF Emphasis Area.
Note: For proposals with significant emphasis on understanding the role of the chemistry of nitrogen, phosphorous, and water in the nexus of food, energy and water systems, consider making proposal submissions to this program with the Proposal Title as 'INFEWS" N/P/H20: Name of Your Proposal.' For more information, see the FY 2016 DCL on Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy and Water Systems (INFEWS) Funding Opportunity on Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Water (http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf15108), a new NSF Emphasis Area.
The Chemical Synthesis program focuses on the development of new, efficient synthetic methodologies and on the synthesis of complex and/or challenging molecules. Typical synthetic targets involve novel structures, structures displaying unique properties, or structures providing pathways to discover and elucidate new phenomena. Examples of supported research areas include the development of innovative reagents, catalysts for synthetic transformations, discovery of new synthetic methods, target-oriented synthesis, green synthesis, and synthesis of novel organic, organometallic, and inorganic structures. Research in this program will generate fundamental knowledge of chemical synthesis that enables the development of new avenues of basic chemical research and transformative technologies.
Submissions that address national needs for sustainability are encouraged. Examples include the development of new synthetic methods using earth-abundant and inexpensive chemicals, fundamental studies that improve our understanding of rare earth elements, and the conversion of non-petroleum based resources into useful building blocks.
The Chemical Synthesis program does not support projects whose main objectives are to study the properties of target systems even though they may contain a large synthetic component. Synthesis of nano structures, supramolecular assemblies, and polymers should be directed to the Macromolecular, Supramolecular and Nanochemistry program. Proposals containing a synthesis component but having a major focus on the mechanistic study of catalytic reactions should be submitted to the Chemical Catalysis program.
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OOH, dungeon, your block is a beauty! that fabric you got was perfect
Welcome to the Quilting Board!
OOH, dungeon, your block is a beauty! that fabric you got was perfect
Im also missing a block from Sew1096 even though I see it in her photo album. I PM'ed her but havent gotten an answer. Anyone hear from her? Also Masimmons seems to be working hard on her blocks! Take your time...and thanks for letting us know you were still around
People may not remember what you looked like or what you said but they will always remember how you made them feel!
This is the link to my albums for all Boom swaps.
whew, it was a book keeping error. I do have the block. sorry for the confusion, it is beautiful.
Thanks Masimmons! My boom7 block arrived today!
Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience.
-- Eleanor Hibbert,
British author
Hi Everyone,
Sorry I've been missing from this board for awhile. Life has been busy.
I wanted to say a big "THANK YOU" to everyone who made such nice blocks for this swap. I think I recieved all but 2, and that's not bad at all!
Our Quilt Guild makes 32" square quilts for the preemie babies in our 4 area hospitals. I am using these blocks, 4 at a time, to make a lot of them. I have 2 done and they are beautiful. Your beautiful block work is reaching out even farther than you probably thought they would.
hugs, Jupiter
"Stash Enhancement" makes buying fabric necessary, even when you have no idea what you will do with it! ----Jupiter aka Marilyn
What a wonderful usage!
Quilters have the best sense of humor, we keep everyone in stitches
Thank you masimmons. Received your block the other day. It is great.
Thanks Masimmons! I recieved your block and it is beautiful.


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My husband and my mother are not on Facebook. Social media isn't their thing. Many people think Facebook is the root of all evil. It can break up marriages or turn people into shameless self-promoters. Face it, if Facebook can break up your marriage it probably wasn't that great to begin with. Better yet, Facebook isn't the first or last place that people will find to promote themselves, or even worse, their children. In my opinion, Facebook is what you make of it. I like to think of it as a place where I get a good laugh and reconnect with friends where I might have otherwise lost touch.
I am beyond excited that Facebook has led me to a much coveted item…….my new Bauble Bar necklace. A few weeks ago I was scrolling through Facebook updates and I saw a high school friend wearing this necklace in her profile picture. I commented that I loved her necklace. She responded that she works for the company that makes it and she would be happy to send me one. Well, I'm not sure whether or not she knew it, but I've been eyeing this necklace for six months. It was a big deal to me. I had even tried to buy something comparable, but way less expensive. I still had this necklace on the brain. Such a simple gesture has made my week. I can't thank Dacia enough. To me, Facebook is just the coolest thing in the world. It's responsible for one of my "fashion prayers" being answered. You never know what good can come from it.


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CPD Rounds and Case Conferences
List of CPD sponsored activities
UNC CPD provides CME credit for the following Rounds and case conferences. This is not an exhaustive list of such activities at UNC School of Medicine, as some activities do not award CME credit. Please note that some of these activities are not open to the public and/or non-departmental personnel. For contact information, please call or email Doug Hudson (919-537-3811).
- Anesthesiology Grand Rounds
Campus Health Service
- Campus Health Service Grand Rounds
Center for Maternal and Infant Health
- Perinatal Care Conference
- Dermatology Grand Rounds
- UNC/Duke Dermatology Conference
Emergency Medicine
- Emergency Medicine Conference
Faculty Development
- Academy of Educators Monthly Conference
- Current Topics in Medical and Human Genetics
- Cardiovascular Conference
- Endocrine Conference
- GI Conference
- Medicine Grand Rounds
- Nephrology Conference
- Rheumatology Conference
- Child Neurology Conference
- Neurology Grand Rounds
- Ophthalmology Case Conference
- Ophthalmology Grand Rounds
- Otolaryngology Conference
- Molecular Case Conference
- Pathology Grand Rounds
- Child Airway Conference
- Pediatric Chair Conference
- Pediatric Grand Rounds
- Pediatric Schwartz Rounds
- Special Infant Care Series
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- PM&R Grand Rounds
- Psychiatry Grand Rounds
- Burn Center M&M Conference
- CT Surgery Thursday Conference
- CT Surgery Friday Conference
- Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Conference
- Pediatric Surgery M&M Conference
- Plastic Surgery M&M Conference
- Surgery Grand Rounds
- Surgery M&M Conference
- Transplant Educational Conference Series (TECS)
- Transplant M&M Conference
Tumor Boards
- Breast Tumor Board
- GI Tumor Board
- Head/Neck Tumor Board
- Melanoma Tumor Board
- Parker Conference (Hematology)
- Pediatric Tumor Board
- Urology M&M Conference
UNC CPD also provides credit for cancer conferences at Caldwell Memorial Hospital and High Point Regional Hospital.


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Excerpt: "It took a little while, but the complete and official numbers are in on the contract signed by Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo.
Per a source with knowledge of the deal, Romo received a $25 million signing bonus. But that payment includes $10 million of the $11.5 million he already was due to earn in 2013, which pushes his base salary down to $1.5 million.In addition to the total cash payment of $26.5 million in 2013, Romo will receive $13.5 million in fully guaranteed money in 2014.
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Re: st: Re: Factor analysis after multiple imputation in STATA
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Thanks for this nice background introduction.
One more question: Do you know any software that can apply FIML to exploratory
FA? it seems that both Amos and Lisrel feature confirmatory FA with regarding
to FIML. This may not be a STATA discussion.
SR Millis <email@example.com>:
> Full information maximum likelihood (FIML) uses only
> the observed data. To over-simplify, FIML partitions
> the cases into subsets with the same patterns of
> missing observations. All available statistical
> information is extracted from each subset and all
> cases are retained in the analysis.
> More formally, mean vectors and covariance matrices
> are formed for cases that have the same pattern of
> observed data. Once the mean vectors and covariance
> matrices have been formed, the FIML approach of
> Arbuckle (1996) uses the fact that for the i-th case,
> the log-likelihood function can be expressed as:
> log Li=Ci - 1/2log|Si| - 1/2(xi-mui)'S^-1(xi-mui)
> and the log likelihood of the entire sample is the sum
> of the individual log likelihoods. The likelihood is
> maximized in terms of the parameters of the model.
> As a practical matter, FIML can be easily implemented
> in multiple regression and factor analysis models to
> handle missing data to that no cases are lost.
> Scott Millis
> --- email@example.com wrote:
> > Then the analysis would be only on the observed
> > data? Or is there any hidden
> > imputation type of process going on? Thanks!
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Binghamton University provost to return to teaching
BINGHAMTON, NY – Binghamton University Provost Mary Ann Swain will leave her position at the end of June and after a one-semester leave, will return to teaching in Spring 2011.
Swain announced the decision to her staff and in an e-mail to the campus community:
"The relationship between the president and provost of any university is a critically important one. In higher education it is often the case that when a president leaves the provost steps aside to allow the new president to work with a provost of his or her choice. For that reason, and after conversation with the Office of the Provost at SUNY, I will complete my appointment at the end of June. After a one-semester leave, which I will use to prepare for classes, I will return to teaching in spring 2011.
I applaud President DeFleur's vision and leadership. It has been my great privilege to work with her and to serve Binghamton University over the past 17 years. This is a truly extraordinary institution because of its achievements in faculty scholarship and the outstanding quality of both its undergraduate and graduate programs. I know from first-hand experience that our excellence results from the talents and dedication of all of our faculty and staff. It also comes from respectful collegial relationships among the vice presidents, deans, and vice provosts whom I thank for all of their support.
I look forward to teaching a new generation of bright and talented students. I also want to reinvigorate my research into leadership in higher education and the interdependencies among stressors, social support, and illness. I shall miss being a part of an extraordinary team that unites many components of this organization into an effective whole, but I shall not lack for new challenging things to do."
In recognizing Provost Swain's contributions to Binghamton University, President Lois B. DeFleur said, "Provost Swain has been a vital part of my leadership team and I want to thank her for all she has done for the University. She has helped me develop significant strategic plans for Binghamton, which have guided our growth and development over the last 17 years. Her commitment to excellence in our academic programs and the recruitment of bright, talented students has strengthened the University and enhanced its reputation. Binghamton has benefitted enormously from her academic leadership."
Bio info: Provost Swain came to Binghamton in August 1993, from the University of Michigan, where she served as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. She also held the positions of Interim Director of Affirmative Action and Interim Vice President for Student Services. Provost Swain holds a concurrent tenured appointment in the Decker School of Nursing. In 2007, the Girl Scouts-Indian Hills Council recognized her as the Woman of Distinction Honoree. Provost Swain received the baccalaureate from DePauw University, and the MA and PhD in psychology from the University of Michigan.
Role: As Binghamton's chief academic officer, Provost Swain administers all the academic programs conducted here, while also seeing to their enhancement and to the development of the curriculum at all levels. Provost Swain oversees academic staff recruitment, retention, and promotion and the academic budget, and provides overall leadership in the furtherance of Binghamton's academic plan.


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Every corner of fandom has one-liners that have seeped into the consciousness of society, becoming universally recognizable. Of course, Star Trek is no different.
Here is a list of 28 Star Trek one-liners of which most people are aware. Some of these quotes have made their way into other areas of pop-culture. Some of these quotes have been paraphrased. Some have been used by judges when giving verdicts. There may be one, or two, on the list that escape some people.
1. Space: the final frontier.
–Captain James T. Kirk and Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the opening title sequence for Star Trek: The Original Series and Star Trek: The Next Generation
–Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
3. What does God need with a starship?
–Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek V: The Final Frontier
4. Fascinating.
–Mr. Spock in numerous episodes and movies.
5. Highly illogical.
–Mr. Spock in numerous episodes and movies.
Continue Reading "Star Trek Week: 28 Universally Known Star Trek One-Liners" »


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As the climate warms, moss growth dramatically spreads on the continent's peninsula.
The 2015 Salary Survey Is Complete
March 13, 2015|
Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's survey. Please check back in November for the results.
March 13, 2015|
Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's survey. Please check back in November for the results.
March 10, 2015|
In Chapter 4, "A Show-Me State of Mind," author Alice Dreger describes the start of her journey studying scientists who had conducted controversial research.
March 1, 2015|
Alice Dreger, historian of science and author of this month's "Reading Frames," explores the blurry lines between male and female in her 2010 TED talk.
March 1, 2015|
March 2015's selection of notable quotes
March 1, 2015|
How to navigate the slings and arrows of conducting "controversial" research
February 25, 2015|
With a promised pay hike delayed, thousands of Indian PhD students launch protests in New Delhi.
February 2, 2015|
In the introduction to his latest book, author Melvin Konner explains why he considers maleness a departure from normal physiology.
February 1, 2015|
Touch, The Altruistic Brain, Is Shame Necessary?, and Future Arctic
February 1, 2015|
The era of human male domination is ending. Will modern culture welcome the dawn of a new gender equality?
February 1, 2015|
February 2015's selection of notable quotes


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Today's Fireworks are canceled & LanierWorld is closed due to inclement weather --- However Sunset Cove remains open.
Today's Fireworks are canceled & LanierWorld is closed due to inclement weather --- However Sunset Cove remains open.
CONGRATS to this week's winner - TANYA ENGLAND - Enjoy your complimentary stay at Lanier Islands!! ---Click here for your chance to win!
Lanier Islands
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford, GA 30518 770-945-8787
The 2013 Pirates of Lanier poker run will be another very exciting event and a great time on beautiful Lake Lanier. We have listened very carefully to all of the comments and suggestions everyone has given us about our event and we will be making some very good changes.
Stay tuned for more details as they are put together. Check out the "Poker Run Sign Up" page to see the new packages for this year. Please visit us there.
Our goal this year is to raise over $300,000 for the children in need in our area, So please save the date and sign up soon for a great time.
Thursday, July 18th
|Meet and Greet at Gianni's Italian Bistro
Friday, July 19th
|"Cheeseburger in Paradise" Raft Up on the Lake
|Captains' Party at the Grand Hall
Saturday, July 20th
|The Poker Run on the Lake
|The After-event Party, Awards Ceremony and Fireworks, Sunset Cove


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This article will help you avoid major pitfalls and costly mistakes when you're planning and installing a privacy fence. We'll show you the tricks and techniques that pros use to get a beautiful fence that'll meet your needs and fit your landscape. These ideas will save you a ton of time, headaches and money by ensuring your DIY fence is done right the first time.
Make sure the fence provides the privacy you want.
You may build a 6-ft. high privacy fence only to find that the next-door neighbors can easily see over when they're lounging on their deck. Or you may find that your 6-ft. tall privacy fence only needed to be 4 ft. tall because surrounding areas slope away from your yard. Either way, you're wasting materials, money and time building a fence that doesn't suit your yard.
To determine how high a privacy fence needs to be, have a helper walk around the perimeter with a cardboard screen cut to the height of your proposed fence. Sitting and standing, follow the view above the cardboard as it's moved to determine the amount of privacy your fence will actually provide.
You can quickly decide how high your fence needs to be or whether it's impractical to build a fence high enough to screen your yard. Then consider alternatives such as fast growing dense trees or bushes that aren't subject to the same height restrictions as fences. Or, if you have a patio or spa you'd like to seclude, build a privacy screen just around that area.
Keep the fence posts 8 ft. apart or less to keep the fence from sagging.
Fewer posts will save you some digging, but in the long run, wind and gravity will make you pay for it.
The more posts you have, the stronger your fence will be. A good rule of thumb is to space posts just under 8 ft. apart to make sure your fence doesn't sag. That'll also give the fence enough strength to stand up to wind, and you'll be able to use 8-ft. rail material economically. The best way to lay out the posts is to drive stakes to mark hole locations exactly 8 ft. apart. The post thicknesses will give you the few inches of fudge factor you need to allow for variations when you're building the panels in between the posts.
Plan on at least three horizontal 2x4s or two 2x6s to support the weight of each fence panel. Scrimp on horizontal material and you may wind up with panels that sag even if they span less than 8 ft. between each post.
Understand local ordinances, regulations and building codes before installing your fence, or you may have to take it down.
There's more than one reason to get a fence-building permit from city hall. Build it in the wrong place or too high and you may wind up being forced to tear it down. And fences are so prominent that if you build without a permit, chances are you'll get caught and will have to buy one anyway—and pay a fine. When you apply for a fence permit you'll get a copy of the rules that apply to fences in your area. It'll include required setbacks from property lines, sidewalks and roads, as well as allowable heights, which will usually vary from front to back yards.
If you live in a development that has its own private regulations, check with the association or planning committee too. Its rules may be even more stringent than the town's or city's rules. Some regulations even include color or material selections. You may have to provide a sketch for design approval.
Identify your property line by finding the property stakes.
Mark your property line with wooden stakes.
Drive stakes and run string to mark your fence line.
Guessing at your property lines is taking a huge risk. Get it wrong and you may wind up tearing down a costly fence to move it off someone else's property.
Begin with a plot plan to help you home in on the property stakes that mark the corners of your yard. You can generally go to city hall and buy a photocopy of your plot plan if you don't already have one. Don't assume your lot is perfectly square or rectangular, either. Lots can be wedge shaped or have unusual jogs, especially in newer developments. Anywhere your property lines make a change in direction, there will be a property stake to mark that point.
Rent a metal detector to help you find the exact location of your iron property stakes. They'll be buried up to several inches below grade, so if the detector beeps in different areas surrounding the suspected stake location, it's a good idea to do a little excavation to make sure you've found the stake and not a lost quarter. As you find the iron stakes, pound wooden stakes directly over them. Then use the stakes to lay out the fence line at the proper setback.
Make extra wide gates to accommodate lawn equipment.
Ever live in a house where the gates were too small or in the wrong place? Then you know what a hassle it is walking around half your property to access the yard or shoehorning wheelbarrows or whatever through too-small gates. Spend some time thinking about access to your yard. If you have a neighbor you like to visit, would like to access your back yard from both sides of your house, or would like easier access to the park behind the house, it's worth adding more gates.
Pedestrian access can be handled with 3-ft.wide gates. But lawn tractors, wheelbarrows and garden carts call for more spacious 4-ft.wide gates or even double 3-ft.gates for a full 6 ft. of access.
A removable panel allows you to drive a truck or heavy equipment into your yard.
As a contractor, I can't tell you how many times I've had to take down a section of fence for delivery of materials or for heavy equipment. When possible, we'd hoist stuff over the fence, but it was always difficult and sometimes we ended up damaging the fence, the materials or even some back muscles.
One thing's for sure. At some point you're going to need to get something really big into your yard. Perhaps it's heavy equipment to move soil around or dig a pool. Maybe a couple of times a year you'll want to deliver a load of firewood or mulch with the pickup. Be prepared. Plan on having a removable panel in the area of the yard that's most accessible from the road or alley.
You can make a removable panel by simply toe screwing the rails to the adjacent posts. But for panels that'll be removed frequently, small joist hangers or pockets made from angle iron will be more convenient.
Change the fence design to meet your needs.
A solid, high fence may wall off prying eyes, but it also walls you in. And such a boring, monolithic and material-intensive design may not be all that necessary. Your fence doesn't have to be one continuous design, height or even material. For example, if your yard abuts a wooded area, perhaps an inexpensive, low chain-link fence will do the job so you can keep the dog in but enjoy a view of the woods. Perhaps on either side of the house facing the street a nicely designed, handsome fence with a welcoming gate is called for. And on the side of the yard facing the neighbor you're not too fond of, a 6-ft. high, low-cost, utilitarian privacy fence will do the job.
Altering fence styles or configurations to match different parts of your yard can be a successful strategy to keep down the cost of materials and lighten the labor load. It can even make the yard more interesting. Plan on higher fences to guard privacy and lower ones to keep the price down and improve the view.


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Resources for Siting Wind Turbines
This page lists information resources such as publications, websites, and news for siting wind turbines.
Featured Resources and Tools
Wind Energy Decision Tree
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have developed new tools designed to test underutilized sites and contaminated land for solar and wind energy potential. The alternative energy "decision trees" leverage NREL's knowledge of renewable energy technologies and EPA's experience in returning contaminated lands to productive use. The Wind Energy Decision Tree is a useful tool not only for projects on contaminated lands but also for general siting. The tools and a podcast on the solar and wind decision trees are now available on EPA's website.
Wind Power Prospector
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's Wind Power Prospector is a mapping and analysis tool designed to help developers site large-scale wind farms by providing easy access to wind resource datasets and other data relevant to siting wind power projects.


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I am a registered user of STATA and I have a query that I would really like to post in statalist if that's possible at all, please?
I am currently undertaking a systematic review of cross sectional studies investigating the prevalence of distress in diabetes. The data I have to synthesise is a simple proportion/percentage (those with distress as a proportion of the total diabetes sample). I have to to synthesise this data in a meta-analysis, and I recently attended a course where I learnt about using the metan code from the online STATA journal to conduct meta-analysis of RD, RR and OR data. I'm obviously not able to use this to undertake the meta-analysis as I don't have this type of data. I am know that in entering the data that I have as 2 columns (i.e. as those with depression and then the total sample size), STATA will not read this as a proportion as I need it to. My query is whether you are aware of any STATA command that exists which would enable me to synthesise the data I have and derive an overall proportion/percentage across the studies being reviewed.
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text: Because his defensive scheme is not very impressive. Weeden had all day to throw and I ddin't see many blitzes, I don't understand this approach. Was Fewell anticipating a lot of screens? But the defense wasn't good at stopping screens either. Fewell never goes after the QB on 3rd and long situations and it has burned the defense numerous times already. If Fewell keeps showing his inability to adjust to the game time situations accordingly, and keeps going with a very conservative approach of his, it's going to be a long day vs. 49ers.


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Re: st: correlated Competing Risks
"Chiara Mussida" <firstname.lastname@example.com>
Re: st: correlated Competing Risks
Thu, 17 Apr 2008 14:10:18 +0200
Thanks a lot Prof. Jenkins,
I'm going to explore the literature you kindly suggested below,
and I will let you know about the evolution of these estimates.
by tha way, I found really useful the material of your egards2005
summer school at Essex,
congratulation. It is really difficult to find valuable material on
these issues (duration & CR), and I hope to sort these out in a proper
way. Is there any other planned course there in essex? I would really
be pleased to have this info, since a visiting period on these topics
is what I really need to go on with my phD thesis.
On 17/04/2008, Stephen P. Jenkins <email@example.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
> Date: Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:21:05 +0200
> From: "Chiara Mussida" <firstname.lastname@example.com>
> Subject: st: correlated Competing Risks
> Hi guys,
> is there a specific command to estimate Seemeengly Unrelated Piecewise
> constant hazard model?
> more precisely, I have a CR framework that already gave me almost
> satisfactory results with piecewise constant hazard rate models
> estmations. Anyway, this modelisation is employed with the underlying
> assumption of independence of CR. If I want to verify the existence of
> correlation between my residuals (coming from different model
> estimates), how can I proceed in terms of stata command?
> thanks a lot
> <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
> There is no canned Stata module in the public domain to estimate these
> models that I am aware of. To /test/ whether there are correlated
> random effects, there are probably Lagrange Multiplier tests available
> that do not require estimation of a full joint correlated hazard
> model. Do a literature search. Alternatively, to use a likelihood
> ratio test, you would need to fit the correlated CR hazard model as
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Tibetan / Vajrayana
Vajrayana Buddhism is most closely associated with Tibet and can be characterized by the figure of the siddha, the master whose spiritual realization is so profound that he or she has power over the phenomenal world, and in whom the profundity and vastness of absolute truth is fully and completely manifested. Many of our most well-known authors come from this tradition of Tibetan Buddhism .
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Everyday Consciousness and Primordial Awareness
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The History and Mysticism of the Tulku Tradition of TibetA tulku is a fully enlightened one (buddha) or highly accomplished adept (siddha) who chooses to be reborn again and again for the benefit of all beings. Most tulkus, though, are the rebirths of well-trained masters who are engaged in spiritual training and serving others. Tibetan Buddhists have, for well over a millennium, been meticulously following the tradition of finding, recognizing, enthroning, training, and venerating these revered figures who provide… Read More
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The Ocean of Definitive Meaning by the Ninth Karmapa (1556–1603) is the most profound and famous text on Mahamudra ever written and is of vital importance in the living Kagyu tradition. It offers a detailed, uniquely comprehensive presentation of instruction on both the view and the practice. In the teachings contained in this book, Thrangu Rinpoche has distilled the essence of the Ninth Karmapa's massive text into manageable proportions and… Read More
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Here is a portable collection of inspiring readings from the revered masters of Tibetan Buddhism. The Tibetan Buddhism Reader includes quotations from major lineage figures from the past such as Padmasambhava, Atisha, Sakya Pandita, Marpa, Milarepa, and Tsongkhapa. Also featured are the writings of masters from contemporary times including the Dalai Lama, Dudjom Rinpoche, Khyentse Rinpoche, Sakya Tridzin, Chögyam Trungpa, and others. Topics include cultivating compassion, letting go of ego,… Read More
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Entering the Tibetan Buddhist PathIn The Heart of the Buddha, the Tibetan meditation master Chögyam Trungpa presents the basic teachings of Buddhism as they relate to everyday life. The book is divided into three parts. In "Personal Journey," the author discusses the open, inquisitive, and good-humored qualities of the "heart of the Buddha," an "enlightened gene" that everyone possesses. In "Stages on the Path," he presents the three vehicles—Hinayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana—that carry the… Read More
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Introducing the amazing S80-a full-sized keyboard that gives you the response and feel you need to capture all the emotion and dynamics of your playing. It offers superb weighted action, an incredible-sounding selection of familiar voices, 64 notes of polyphony and 16 multi-timbral parts. And when your music calls for a different tonal perspective, the S80's Modular Synthesis Plug-in System opens the door to new and exciting synthesizer possibilities. So grab the keys and take yourself for a musical ride with the expressive performance of the S80.
Introducing the amazing S80
A full-sized keyboard that gives you the response and feel you need to capture all the emotion and dynamics of your playing. It offers superb weighted action, an incredible-sounding selection of familiar voices, 64 notes of polyphony and 16 multi-timbral...
Introducing the amazing S80
A full-sized keyboard that gives you the response and feel you need to capture all the emotion and dynamics of your playing. It offers superb weighted action, an incredible-sounding selection of familiar voices, 64 notes of polyphony and 16 multi-timbral parts. When your music calls for a different tonal perspective, the S80's Modular Synthesis Plug-in System opens the door to new and exciting synthesizer possibilities.
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For musicians who are used to playing on a real piano, the touch of the keyboard on the S80 is a dream come true. Engineers at Yamaha took great care in designing the keyboard to deliver the same feel and expression as an acoustic piano. As a result, the S80 responds to the finest dynamics of your playing, from the lightest pianissimos to firmly struck fortissimos.
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The S80's onboard sounds are some of the best available on the market today. The essential voices you use most – organs, brass, strings, guitars and basses as well as a complete collection of pianos (including stereo-sampled pianos!) – are packed into the S80's wave memory. The S80 features a dynamic digital effects processor and an incredible 64 notes of polyphony and a full array of high quality drum sounds.
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Looking for a particular organ sound to fit the mix? The intuitive Quick Access feature gives you instant access to specific categories of voices, such as pianos, guitars, and strings. With Quick Access, you can quickly find the type of sound you want without having to scroll through the keyboard's on board voices one at a time.
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The S80 gives you complete control over your MIDI setup. Four assignable data sliders and five assignable data knobs are provided for real-time control over any MIDI parameter. Pitch and modulation wheels are also provided, as well as 4 programmable keyboard zones and channel aftertouch. Entire MIDI setups can be stored in any of the keyboard's 128 memory locations for instant recall in the studio or on stage.
For added musical inspiration, the S80 is equipped with a MIDI Arpeggiator – a feature not found in most 88-key synths. Along with standard arpeggiator sequences, such as Up, Down, and Up and Down, a wide variety of melodic phrase sequences and drum sequences are also included. Arpeggiator ON/OFF can be conveniently controlled via footswitch or MIDI control change.
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Use the A/D input jack to input external audio sources, such as a microphone, guitar, or drum machine, into the S80. An A/D processor converts the analog signal to a digital signal, allowing you to take advantage of the S80's built-in digital effects, such as reverb and compression. And by installing the optional PLG100-VH Modular Synthesis Plug-in Board, you can have the S80 back up your singing performance with impressive three-part vocal harmony.
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The built-in TO HOST interface lets you connect the S80 to a personal computer, so you can take advantage of the wide variety of music software available on the market, including Yamaha's own XGworks music sequencing package and various voice editors for the PLG Series Modular Synthesis. The PC interface supports both Mac and PC platforms. Two expansion slots are provided on the S80, allowing you to customize the keyboard with the exact synthesis power you need.
Playback Sequencer
The S80 features a built-in song sequencer that is capable of playing back Standard MIDI Files. By storing MIDI files onto a SmartMedia™ card, you can build up a library of up to one hundred songs, any of which can be instantly called up at the touch of a button. What's more, songs can include keyboard setups and performances, and can even be programmed for chained playback – extremely useful for playing live.
Modular Synthesis Plug-in System
The Yamaha Modular Synthesis Plug-in System is a whole new approach to keyboard expansion. Unlike conventional expansion boards, the PLG Series Modular Synthesis Plug-in Boards add a complete synthesizer or sound processing engine to the S80. You also get more polyphony, extra multi-timbral capability, and new digital effects – you get a totally new synthesizer or effect processor at a fraction of the cost!
Support Software Available on CD-ROM
Yamaha offers a CD-ROM that contains valuable support software for the S80. Applications include XGworks lite V3.0 music sequencing package, synthesizer editors, and a card filer that allows you to easily manage all your SmartMedia™ data, and more – everything you need to take advantage of the S80's extensive music-making capabilities. Windows/Macintosh hybrid CD-ROM. Included software applications may not be available for both platforms.
SmartMedia™ Storage
The S80 lets you conveniently store your voices and performance setups on ultra thin and compact SmartMedia™ cards. As well as giving you a much larger data storage capacity than a floppy disk, SmartMedia™ can also be used as an external memory bank for instant access to a wider selection of sounds.
Professional Studio Singer/Songwriters
Comprehensive MIDI capability. Superb voice quality. Unparalleled expandability. All these features make the S80 the instrument of choice for professional recording studios. Music producers will appreciate the ability to fully control external MIDI gear from one easy-to-use keyboard. And studio musicians are sure to fall in love with the S80's expressive voices and authentic piano action.
Aspiring Singer/Songwriters
The S80 offers complete musical inspiration for aspiring singer/songwriters. Its wide selection of expressive voices and straight-forward user interface make it easy to get lost in musical thought, instead of getting lost in the manual. Plus its full keyboard and superb weighted action will make those used to playing on an acoustic piano feel right at home. And with the addition of the optional Vocal Harmony Plug-in Board, adding professional-sounding backup to your singing is a snap.
On-Stage Performance
Whether you play in small clubs or large concert halls, the S80 is your ideal on-stage music partner. It's loaded with sounds for live playing – including a huge selection of pianos, organs, brass, strings and more. With the SmartMedia™ cards you'll have an entire extra bank of voices and performances at your fingertips. Master Keyboard mode gives you direct control of each voice part during your performance. The Quick Access buttons make it easy to find your favorite sounds on stage.
Project Studio
The S80 offers powerful support for a project studio. Not only does it provide you with a solid foundation of top-quality multi-timbral voices; it also gives you absolute control over your outboard MIDI equipment and allows simple computer connectivity through its built-in PC serial port interface. Plus, with its Modular Synthesis Plug-in System, the S80 is able to expand as your studio needs grow.
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|1,329mm (52 5/16")
|157mm (6 3/16")
|371mm (16 5/8")
|24.3 kg (53.8 lbs.)
Control Interface
|Number of Keys
|Initial Touch
|Other Controllers
|Pitch Bend
|Control Slider
|Master Volume Control Slider x 1
Assignable Control Slider x 4
|Control Knobs
|Rotary Encoder x 1
|240 x 64 dot graphic backlit LCD
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|Number of Voices
|normal:256, drum kits: 8
|User Voices
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drum kits:2 (Internal) +2 (External)
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|12 Types
|23 Types
|92 Types
Insertion Effects for Plug-in Boards: 24
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Accompaniment Styles
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4 Zones (Master Keyboard Settings)
19 Parts (16 + Plug-in 1 + Plug-in 2 + A/D)
*Part Layers: Max. 4
Storage and Connectivity
|SmartMedia Slot
|SmartMedia ™ (3.3V) Card capacities up to 128 MB are supported
|Plug-in Boards
|2 Slots for Modular Synthesis Plug-in Boards
|AC Inlet
|Stereo 1 /4" Jack x 1
|Foot Control
|Foot Switch
|A/D INput : 1/4" Jack x 1
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|L/MONO, R ( 1 /4" Jack)
|Mini DIN x 1
|Breath Controller x1
Bundled Software
- Voice Editor for S80/S30 V1.1.0 for Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP
- S80 Owner's Manual [English / 4.2MB]
- S80 Data List [English / 954KB]
- S80 Performance List [English / 24KB]
- CS6x/CS6R/S80/S30 Installation Guide [English / 285KB]
- CS6x/CS6R/S80/S30 Voice Editor Owner's Manual [English / 1010KB]
- Performances for S80
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PLG100-VH Plug In Can be Used as a Vocoder With the CS6x or S80.
Interfacing a Yamaha MIDI Keyboard (no USB connector) with a Computer
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- Great Sound Quality
- Quality Construction
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I enjoy playing the S80, even if it's an old keyboard. The keys feel great as you play and the sound quality never ceases to amaze me.
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Students Who Like Programming: Google's Summer of Code Deadline is April 3
Original post made by Angela Hey, Mountain View Voice Blogger, on Mar 25, 2009
To apply you must first have a Google login and create a profile on the GSoC site. Then find a [Web Link mentoring organization] that interests you. Each mentoring organization suggests projects. You can then discuss the project with the mentoring organization to find out more about it.
The[Web Link Users' Guide] tells you how to apply by writing proposals. Each proposal is submitted to the sponsoring mentoring organization. You can submit up to 20 proposals.
If you are accepted you will be paired with a mentor who will guide your programming project.
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a resident of Castro City
on Mar 29, 2009 at 12:24 pm
Thanks for the post. Reading the article, I imagined classrooms of local elementary and high school students learning, improving and cranking out code for the summer. Scanning through the user's guide School Name section, undergrads, Master's and Ph.D's are used as examples of possible applicants worldwide.
Oops, sorry under-privileged kids of Mountain View, you'll have to wait until someone recycles their PC to the curb, grab it, run, find a monitor and hope there's still an OS with Visual Basic on it. Oh, and I nice, quiet place to program. Good luck for those crammed into apartments.
Ideally, I would like to see these companies (goog, msft, yhoo) do a lot more for the surrounding communities and schools.
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on Mar 30, 2009 at 4:09 pm
We do also have a initiative for pre-university students, the Google Highly Open Participation Contest. We'll be reprising GHOP once again this year, and you can expect to hear more from us on that front in late Fall. If you're interested in learning more about that offering, please see Web Link
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Google Inc.
a resident of Castro City
on Mar 31, 2009 at 9:52 am
Thank you for the informative post. I'll pass that on to my students and encourage them to participate. Meanwhile, I'll continue grabbing curbside PC's for the less-affluent kids to level the playing field a bit.
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