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The Rise of the Smart Precinct
In autumn 2017, the City of Toronto unveiled plans for a special partnership with a Google company, Sidewalk Labs, on the redevelopment of a prime waterfront site comprising 800 acres of east downtown land.
The joint project will not simply regenerate Toronto's old industrial quayside with a mixed- use development, including workspace; it will create an entirely new digitally enabled district that is equipped to adopt the latest technologies. It is just the latest evidence of a phenomenon that has been termed 'the smart precinct.'
Consider Sidewalk Labs' proposed vision for the site.
Taxibots, small self-driving cars controlled by app-based services such as Waymo and Lyft, would form the transport backbone of the neighbourhood. Larger self-driving buses would support larger scale movement of people. Garbage robots operating in an underground network of utility tunnels would manage the collection of trash and recyclables.
Tall modular buildings on the site would replace traditional construction, using new types of wood technology. Comfortable microclimates, protected from wind, would be created with the use of sheltering canopies. Pop-up retail would be featured within a heavily pedestrianized district that makes a feature of walkable streets.
Even if only a fraction of the Sidewalk Labs vision for Toronto's east waterfront is realised in built form, it still represents a leap forward in shaping the future of the smart precinct. The underlying idea is to adopt building intelligence, smart services, and big data to mix together a mutually reinforcing set of property offers in one urban quarter for the age of the digital knowledge economy.
Why is the smart precinct an emerging concept for these times? It is all to do with scale.
There is currently huge workplace buzz around the potential of the smart building to do everything from improving the employee experience to reducing running costs. But focusing on the single facility is a limiting factor. Many real estate professionals want to control building performance across a broader estate portfolio.
There is also unprecedented focus on the smart city that seeks to orchestrate vast urban flows of people, knowledge, energy, and resources; but the scale of the citywide plan is too large for many developers, policymakers, and architects to get their heads around.
This is where smart precincts, which form the essential building blocks to create smart cities, start to make sense. As the Toronto waterfront project suggests, they are ideally scaled to allow us to understand the opportunities. Smart precincts are bounded just enough for all those stakeholders in the smart city to see the potential of a physical-digital blend. It is also the right size to act as a giant testbed for urban innovations that can be transferred to other city neighbourhoods and districts if successful.
The Australian company Mirvac is among those property developers taking a growing interest in this new type of digital district. In a report called Intermix, co-produced with WORKTECH Academy, Mirvac's Paul Edwards comments: "These districts build on prior experience and learning in designing for creative clusters and mixed-use developments, but they go a stage further in the way they integrate physical experiences with data-driven services and smart technologies."
Smart precincts don't just mix the physical and the digital; they encourage public-private partnerships, co-locate start-ups next to large corporates and small specialty stores next to major retail chains, and generally try to blend work and life in a way that strictly zoned cities have failed to do in the past. The 'intermix' has many strands.
Mirvac is already working on several smart precincts, including ATP (Australian Technology Park) in the Sydney suburb of Eveleigh, and has identified four different models for such developments. Some smart precincts are led by flexible workspace as in the case of ATP; others are built around a large retail cluster (as in the case of Hudson Yards in New York) or a residential district (as in Songdo near Seoul in South Korea) or a transport hub (London King's Cross regeneration project).
There are, of course, further models emerging that stretch beyond Mirvac's four typologies. An education-led precinct based on the university campus as the oldest smart district, is a popular option; or a culture-led precinct, such as the South Bank in London); a healthcare/life sciences precinct, such as Lake Nona Medical City in Orlando, Florida; or even an airport-based tech precinct on the aero-city model.
Some experts argue that smart precincts should provide a more complex and ambitious mix of space uses and typologies in a way that that defies simple characterisation. This view goes against allowing one typology to dominate the mixed-use precinct, and sees real value in the intermix between several different functions. It does appear, however, that there are common denominators across different innovation precincts around the world such as connectivity (with an upgraded fibre network), transport links (local, regional and international), place-making, and culture.
Whatever the lead use, what makes the difference in these digital districts is a focus on such things as connected experience, wellbeing, community curation, fluid boundaries, and the sharing economy. Smart precincts aim to be a destination at all times, not a business district that is dead on evenings and weekends.
Smart precincts will emerge as building blocks of the smart city in all different shapes and sizes. But one thing they will share is that they will look less like standard business districts and more like vibrant, mixed-use urban communities of an age before strict city zoning wiped them out. Remember the dynamically mixed Manhattan shoreline communities that were demolished to make way for elevated expressways in 20th century New York? Smart precincts hold the promise that the rich patina of city residents living and working on one urban quarter can be revived.
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- Prof. Mark Barrow on April 3, 2018 at 4:33 am
I get how the notion of how smart precincts can be interlocked together to eventually build up the smart city. By definition, building by design has to be much more economical and capable than retrofit. However, I am concerned to ensure we don't open up massive inequality and inequity pressures if working to a wholly commercial investment model. Which begs the question about how developers and city administrations commercialise the technology or operating environment people would be living/working in, not to mention how we can effectively retrofit existing neighbourhoods.
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Understanding and Supporting Individuals with ASD
Request for Pilot Project Proposals
Proposals are invited for pilot research projects aimed at furthering our understanding and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We seek interdisciplinary Penn State teams to develop novel translational research programs from discovery-oriented research to dissemination and implementation science.
We are interested in applications that:
- Build collaborations involving new interdisciplinary teams whose research is aimed at attracting external funding;
- Develop collaborations that involve junior and senior faculty (associate professors can serve in either role depending on their experiences)
- Develop or further cross-department/college/campus collaborations
- Propose novel research, including high-risk, high-reward and transformative, proof of concept projects that provide preliminary data necessary for external funding.
Priority will be given to projects that make a convincing case for how they can advance solutions for underserved segments of the ASD population (e.g. adolescents, young, midlife and older adults, individuals with co-occurring intellectual disabilities and/or complex communication needs, individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds). Thematic priorities for this seed funding include: furthering our understanding of core deficits and associated features of ASD; exploring treatment or interventions that maximize health and wellness outcomes; and supporting greater and more meaningful community participation for those living with ASD. Novel applications of technology to realize these priorities are of particular interest.
All Penn State faculty members (tenured, tenure track, fixed term, and clinicians) who hold an appointment at any Penn State location are eligible to submit a seed grant proposal as a Principal Investigator (PI) of an interdisciplinary research team. Single investigator proposals will not be considered. Community organizations, state agencies, and investigators from other institutions may be collaborators, but not PIs. Investigators may be the lead or co-PI on only one proposal; however, investigators may serve as a collaborator on up to two proposals. Collaborators from other institutions also may be included, but given our goal of building new Penn State teams, the team must include Penn State faculty.
Funding Availability and Timeline
At least $100,000 of funding is available through this seed grant solicitation via the SSRI's Level 1 and Level 2 mechanisms (see below).
Level 1 applications can be submitted at any time using the guidelines and Submission Form below, sending as one PDF document to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Level 2 applications occur in two steps according to the following timeline:
- Letters of intent (LOI) to submit a Level 2 application are due on August 1, 2020 and should be sent as one PDF document to email@example.com. The Level 2 LOI consists of an abstract of up to 250 words that summarizes the study aims, methods, and how the project can realize the objectives of this funding and includes a list of team members with a brief statement of each member's project role.
- Level 2 Pre-Proposals are due on September 15, 2020 and should be sent as one PDF document to email@example.com. The Level 2 Pre-Proposal consists of a brief background section, significant aims and objectives, as well as a brief description of methods, anticipated outcomes, and fit with the identified thematic priorities. Roles of team members should be further clarified at this stage. There is a 2 page limit to this pre-proposal. Teams will be invited to submit full Level 2 proposals that conform to guidelines below based on the perceived potential of these pre-proposals.
Examples of successful Level 1 and Level 2 proposals can be found below.
The Level 1 funding mechanism is designed primarily to assist PSU faculty to form interdisciplinary research teams directed at pursuing external funding by supporting team meetings to discuss mutual interests, develop research questions, identify leaders, conduct literature reviews, and collect pilot data. Although external collaborators may be included, our focus is on developing ongoing PSU teams. For this reason team leaders should be tenure track or research faculty with continuing appointments.
- Level 1 proposals range from $500-$5,000
- Level 1 proposals are limited to 2 pages plus support materials
- The SSRI Director and Associate Directors, relevant college Associate Deans and content experts will review these proposals
- Funds are allocated for a 6-12 month period
Level 1 funds are intended to provide support for:
- Creation of interdisciplinary teams
- Development of new, innovative interdisciplinary research projects
- Support for meetings (including travel)
- Graduate assistant time
- Paying outside consultants
- Small pilot studies
Level 1 funds are NOT intended to support:
- Expenditures generally made by departments and colleges (e.g., travel to professional conferences, seed money for an individual project; software and computers)
- Delivery of outreach programs or services
- Requests for funds for meals and snacks should be kept to a minimum
- Student projects (masters, dissertation research)
Criteria for Review
- Priority is placed on new ideas that involve cross-department/college/campus (interdisciplinary) collaboration
- A well-articulated plan of activities
- Teams comprised of investigators who range in seniority and experience
- Proposals must provide strong evidence for access to the population of interest for human subjects research and access to necessary data sets for secondary analysis proposals; when relevant, investigators are expected to submit the appropriate requests for IRB approval of research
- Promise of the research to lead eventually to external funding to address the identified thematic priorities.
Structure and Submission of Proposals
Proposals must be submitted as one document via email to firstname.lastname@example.com. To complete your proposal submission, you must download, complete, and email the form below:
Proposal Submission Form (doc)
Project Reports
Investigators are expected to provide an annual project status update and a brief (one page) final report upon completing the project. These efforts allow us to track and report outcomes as well as monitor the successfulness of our seed grant program.
If you need to make changes to the project team, description, design, or budget during the course of your projects, please send a request to email@example.com with the details of these changes.
Example of a Successful SSRI Level 1 Proposal
- David Proctor, PI, Professor of Kinesiology, College of Health and Human Development: Acute Vasoprotective Effects of Nitrate-rich Beetroot Juice. Collaborating investigators are: Penny Kris-Etherton, Professor of Nutritional Sciences; Ann Skulas-Ray, Post-doctoral Fellow, Nutritional Sciences; Laura Klein, Associate Professor of Biobehavioral Health; and Courtney Whetzel, Research Associate, Healthy Aging Center all in the College of Health and Human Development.
Questions? Contact Michael Murray, MD, Director of Division of Autism Services, Department of Psychiatry at firstname.lastname@example.com.
The Level 2 mechanism is designed to assist PSU faculty to advance their research by securing extramural funding. Although research teams can include students, post docs, faculty from other institutions and other external collaborators, our goal is to support interdisciplinary teams comprised of Penn State faculty and researchers. For this reason team leaders should be tenure track or research faculty with continuing appointments.
- Level 2 funding is designed to support research projects with specific research questions, a well-conceived theoretical basis, an identified team of Penn State faculty collaborators, and the potential to gain external funding
- Level 2 proposals are between $5,000 and $25,000
- For projects greater than $25,000, please consult with the SSRI Associate Director or Director
- The SSRI Director, Associate Directors, relevant college Associate Deans and researchers with relevant expertise review Level 2 proposals
- Funds are allocated for a 12-24 month period
Level 2 funding support will be provided for:
- Innovative interdisciplinary research, training, and integrated research-outreach projects that involve collaborations among Penn State faculty
- Costs for student wages; pilot data collection; data analyses
- Innovative workgroups or conferences that might include outside speakers and consultants. Note: The SSRI supports conferences only when they are specifically designed to enhance faculty expertise, thereby leading to new funded research. Proposals for conferences must indicate the expected date and specify that other sources of conference funding have already been explored.
- Travel, consultants, graduate student time, or hourly support of activities
- Note:special guidelines for international travel
- Funds will be provided for only one investigator
- Funds will not be provided for graduate students
- Proposals must include a letter of support from the international collaborator(s) outlining his/her role in the project
- Note:special guidelines for international travel
- Faculty salary up to $8000; summer funding for faculty will not be provided.
Level 2 funds are NOT intended to support:
- Student (masters, dissertation research) or post-doctoral projects
- New or ongoing projects of individual faculty or any on-going programs or research activities
- Delivery of outreach programs or services
- Funding for the kinds of activities supported by departments and colleges (travel to conferences, seed money for an individual's project, computer or software purchase, etc.)
- Summer salaries
- Projects involving a Penn State faculty member and external collaborators only; our goal is to build and support Penn State teams
Criteria for Review
- Priority is placed on new ideas for projects that involve cross-department/college/campus (interdisciplinary) connections among Penn State faculty
- A well-articulated plan of activities
- Teams comprised of investigators who range in seniority and experience
- Proposals must include a specific product (e.g., external grant proposal; workshop and conference; or training activities) and a timeline for its attainment
- Proposals must make a clear contribution to understanding and/or supporting individuals with ASD
- For human subjects research, proposals must provide strong evidence for access to the population of interest; for secondary analyses, proposals must describe dataset availability. Investigators are expected to prepare and submit the appropriate requests for IRB approval.
Structure and Submission of Proposals
Proposals must be submitted as one document via email to firstname.lastname@example.com. To complete your proposal submission, you must download, complete, and email the form below:
Proposal Submission Form (doc)
Other Ideas to Consider as You Construct Your Level 2
- Consult with the SSRI Director or Associate Director about your project. Talk with any of the SSRI unit directors (Geographic Information Analysis (GIA), Survey Research Center (SRC), Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center (SLEIC), and Methodological Consulting Center) about how you might use the expertise of their units to enhance your research
- If you need time and funding to network, organize your team, or further develop your research ideas, consider applying for a Level 1 project
Project Reports
Investigators are expected to provide an annual project status update and a brief (one page) final report upon completing the project. These materials allow us to track and report outcomes as well as monitor the success of our seed grant program.
If you need to make changes to the project team, description, design, or budget during the course of your projects, please send a request to firstname.lastname@example.com with the specific details of these changes.
Example of a Successful SSRI Level 2 Proposal
Stephen Wilson, PI, Assistant Professor of Psychology, College of the Liberal Arts: Blood Nicotine Absorption, Subjective and Neurocognitive Effects of Different Types of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Devices (ENDDs) in Current Daily Users. Collaborating investigators at Penn State Hershey College of Medicine are: Jonathan Foulds, Professor of Public Health Sciences and Psychiatry, Gang Chen, Assistant Professor of Public Health Sciences, and Arthur Berg, Assistant Professor of Public Health Sciences and Statistics.
Questions? Contact Michael Murray, MD, Director of Division of Autism Services, Department of Psychiatry, at email@example.com


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Lent is the season when we remember Jesus' 40 days of testing in the Wilderness and his victory over the evil temptations. Why is Lent so important that I'd want to give up coffee for it?
A study on Luke 4:1-3 for young adults from the Society of Salt and Light, in Christchurch.
A quick introduction to the week's bible passages and theme, which aims to engage people in the big picture of God's story, and the challenge of living faith in light of that.
I remember visiting the SPCA a few years ago to choose a kitten. It was a big moment of commitment – and I was excited to finally find my furry soul mate. Walking into the communal cat pen I was overwhelmed by the variety of furballs attempting to win my affection. But clinging to the wire door was a giant ginger cat, screeching a blood curdling "rreeeaaoowwll". He'd just had one of his back legs amputated and looked horrible. I quickly choose the cute 4 legged kitten I liked the look of and tried to leave the pen without seeing too much detail of his stump. "Who would ever take that guy home?" I said to the SPCA carer. "Yeah" she replied. "His chances aren't great."
Have you ever made a big decision that went against the logical thing to do because God seemed to be asking you to do it? Like taking a job that pays less and involves working with hard people, rather than the one which pays more, requires less hours, is respected by your friends, and is pretty cushy. God's voice doesn't always call us to comfortable places or to choose comfortable options.
Our passage today from Luke see's the Spirit of God calling Jesus from the comfort of his hometown, into 40 days of Wilderness fasting where the Devil tempts him with the glories of the world and tests him to see if he's the Messiah he claims to be. Adam and Eve failed this test. The people of Israel ultimately failed this test. Does Jesus have the goods to save the world? Or will he crumble?
Lent is the season when, as we head to Easter, Christians remember Jesus' humanity, his ability to suffer what we suffer, and his triumph when faced with the great temptations of the world. It's traditionally been a time of preparation for us —through prayer, repentance, giving, and self-denial. But it's not really about us at all.
Because the real point of Lent is to recall Jesus' ability to take on the powers of evil, and win. And we learn what kind of Messiah Jesus is; Not one that grants us what we immediately desire, but one who invites us to hear and obey God's Spirit and share in his suffering, hope and glory.
Discussion Questions
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For the Scholars
Discussion questions focusing on exploring the bible passage.
1. Do you really think there is any hope, in our time and culture, of living in a way that seems authentically Christian? Why/why not?
READ Luke 4:1-13
2. What situation is Jesus in when these temptations happen?
3. Looking at each of the three temptations the devil puts before Jesus (verses 4-5, 6-8, 9-12):
- What is the devil trying to get him to do?
- Why would they be hard to resist for Jesus at that time and in that situation?
- How does Jesus answer the temptation?
(Your group could break into smaller groups for this and look at one temptation each)
4. In God's big story (ie the Bible), twice before God's people had undergone big temptations similar to this: Adam/Eve, and the people of Israel in the wilderness. What were Adam/Eve, the Israelites, and Jesus all tempted to do?
5. The Spirit filled Jesus, for this first time in history, succeeded in resisting this sort of temptation. He began to break the human track record of failure. What might that mean for other humans he has given his Spirit to, like, say Christians?
6. So, now, do you think there is hope, in our time and culture, of living in a way that is authentically Christian? Why/why not?
7. Is there anywhere you can already see that this hope could start to be at work in your life?
Discussion questions focusing on mulling over the theme.
1. How do you feel about the idea of God's Spirit leading you into challenging places? Have you ever made a decision to take the harder option because you felt God was calling you to it? What happened?
2. Have you ever felt as if you've been in a "Desert Time" in your life? (note: quite different from a Dessert Time, which is rather delicious) What was it like? What impact did it have on your faith?
3. Why do you think God allows us, or even leads us, into these Desert Times in our lives?
4. Lent reminds us of Jesus' humanity – that he was both fully human and fully divine – and faced the temptations we do. How do you think Jesus felt during his fasting and wilderness time in the desert? (Watch the 'Soulfood with Matt Stott' video on the Society of Salt & Light YouTube channel for an insight into what a 40 day fast is actually like)
5. The Spirit-filled-Jesus, for this first time in history, succeeded in resisting this sort of temptation and broke the human track record of failure when faced with evil. What might that mean for other humans he has given his Spirit to, like, say Christians?
6. Is there anywhere you can already see that this hope could start to be at work in your life?


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Thanks to Dr Jennifer Goldbeck, a US computer scientist, we can now establish what makes an internet troll and how to become one. Why? Because who doesn't want that?
With social media growing by the second, there is no better time than the present to use your small but mighty platform to make someone else's day marginally unpleasant.
Goldbeck states trolls will lie, exaggerate and offend, so who better to learn from than the master of all trolling, the man with the ability to cause uproar within a 140 character limit? Introducing President Donald Trump and his weapon of choice, Twitter.
What is one of the world's most powerful men to do when feeling slightly peeved? Tweet of course. Twitter holds over 330 million active users a month, making it a social networking phenomena where platforms are used globally to not only educate and influence for the greater good, but also allowing every man, woman and their dog to form opinions and troll.
If you can feel your inner troll bursting to slap its fingers on the keyboard then here is a 3 step guide inspired by the man himself so that you too can troll like Trump.
Step 1: The sky's the limit
One rule Trump evidently trolls by is that nothing is off limits; if you can spell it you can troll it. Miss Universe, friends, ex-wives, world leaders who have access to weapons of mass destruction? All worthy. Whether you're a fan or not, there is no denying Trump's impeccable directness and somewhat courage in naming and shaming those who have disgraced him, even if it is from behind the screen of a handheld device.
Step 2: Be creative
Trump's trolling techniques are nothing short of creative. With his imaginative use of punctuation and grammar along with punchy nicknames (Crooked Hilary Clinton clearly had no chance), Trump demonstrates that the norms of conversing and the English language as we know it today is of absolutely no importance. If it feels right then it is right, regardless as to whether it can be found in the dictionary. Covfefe anyone?
Step 3: Make you great again
That leads us on to our 3rd and final point, repeat after me, you are right – you are great! Twitter was designed for those from all walks of life to connect and communicate. However in this conversation all you need to worry about is the number 1 contender, you. Trump is so generous with giving out his thoughts and feelings but takes absolutely no notice of other people's responses; this is a one way conversation with the world. If you do seem to stumble across another fellow troller who has left a remark that stings a little, call it out for what it is. FAKE. Fake news is there to lure trolls in and even the President finds himself within its realm, choose your twitter feuds wisely.
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Creating a digital marketing strategy
It's difficult to believe that 10 years ago Instagram didn't exist. Twitter had only been going for a few years and Facebook had 100 million unique monthly visitors (which is A LOT but not when compared to today's total of 2.27 billion unique monthly visitors). But it's not just the number of social sites that has changed in the last 10 years. Digital has taken over and it's part of everything we do. Tablet computers, smartphones, apps, The Internet of Things… we're all now more connected than ever. While many companies are aware of just how reliant consumers are on digital communication, surprisingly many companies neglect to map out a digital marketing strategy when trying to engage with audiences. But to reach the right people at the right time, a digital strategy is essential.
You're probably reading this on your smartphone while you're commuting to work. Or maybe you're scrolling through during the ad break of your favourite weekly TV show? However you're viewing this, one thing is for certain: the most popular way to browse the Internet is via a smartphone (72% of adults use a mobile device to access the Internet, according to Ofcom). Here are some other pretty interesting stats:
- Adults are now spending (on average) 24 hours a week online, which is double the amount of time that was spent in 2007 (Ofcom)
- On average over 30% of the total time spent by 16-64 year olds online is on social media (GlobalWebIndex)
- Two thirds of adults accessed online banking in 2017 (Office for National Statistics)
- Reading content online has tripled in the last decade - 20% of adults in 2007, 64% of adults in 2017 (Office for National Statistics)
This data, along with the constantly evolving digital landscape and emergence of new tech, means that brands have to put digital at the forefront of their marketing.
It may appear a daunting task, but once you have a digital marketing strategy in place you can adapt your content as your brand evolves. Here are some steps to consider to kick off your digital strategy:
Have a long-term plan in place. Think about your brand in five years time. Where do you want to be? Having this long-term goal in mind will help you to map out a more comprehensive strategy
Plan for the first 90 days. While you should have a long-term plan in mind, starting with a 'short' and 'mid-term' plan will help you to create content that reaches more immediate goals
Bring everyone together for a digital planning session and try to include people from across different parts of the business. Use this session to map out your company's vision, purpose and brand values. Define what makes you different and run a content audit on your existing channels and platforms
Define your audience. You can use focus groups, previous data on your customer base and social media listening tools to really understand your core audience. Once you have this in place you can begin to develop buyer personas that delve deeper into your audience, what information they need/want and the channels they use to communicate
Once you know who you're talking to you can begin to plan your channel strategy. Which platforms are your target audience on and what content resonates with them?
Create brand pillars. Your digital strategy will rely heavily on the content you create, and creating brand pillars can help you to develop a content plan
Create your content plan and set goals - what do you want to achieve?
Measure! A digital strategy is easily measurable, so ensure you have the right tools in place to measure your KPIs. Whether you're aiming for more website visits, an increase in followers or sales leads, regularly measure your results to ensure your strategy is working
Adapt. If your digital strategy isn't having the impact you thought it would, consider elements you can adapt to increase engagement
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Adoptees – On Being "A Mistake"
Many adoptees have been told in their lives that they are a mistake. That their birth mother "got in trouble," and that this "trouble" was a "mistake." What the adopted person hears is - "YOU are / were the trouble," and "YOU are / were the mistake." Those who are reading and who are not... Continue Reading →
Adoptee Connect and Why Adoptees NEED Community
This blog post is dedicated to Adoptee Connect with a heart full of gratitude. In September of 2018, a group of 5 people sat around a table. You could feel the nervous energy. This was the first official meeting of the Las Vegas Adoptee Connect Support group. I knew this was the start of something important.... Continue Reading →
Adoptees are Super Heroes and SHEroes
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Adoptees: To Trust or Not to Trust? That is the Question
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Love You from the Depths of the Stars-Chapter 7 Don't Bother Third Master Anymore
Chapter 7 Don't Bother Third Master Anymore
The following day, Jian Si came to visit Xin Ai with a bank card.
"This has two million in it from Third Master. Don't bother him from now on."
"No way. Do you think I am someone you can get rid of so easily? I want the Third Master, not his money. Do you think I'm so superficial." As she said that, Xin Ai pulled the card out of Jian Si's hands. "Password?"
Jian Si's mouth twitched. "Can your words be more inconsistent with your behavior?
"Six sixes. Well, I've done what I came to do. Miss Xin, you better know your limits. I should get going."
Xin Ai said with a smile, "Brother Si, please wait. Let's talk."
Jian Si took a step back subconsciously. When Xin Ai smiled, her eyes were shaped like two crescent moons and her innocent cheek looked pure and gorgeous. However, Jian Si was well aware that she was plotting whenever she wore such a smile.
Jian Si responded warily. "What are you going to say?"
Xin Ai patted Jian Si and said, "Bro Si, please tell me Third Master's schedule."
Jian Si refused immediately. "No way. I'll never betray my boss."
"Are you sure?"
"You won't tell me?"
"Absolutely not!"
Xin Ai sighed. "Then… don't blame me."
Her eyes became sharp. She suddenly approached Jian Si and pointed at him, saying, "You're an acquaintance of mine. If you don't tell me his schedule, then I'll carry a banner in front of your company and say that you slept with me behind his back…"
Jian Si staggered back in terror. "You, you…"
Xin Ai threatened him with a frosty look. "Believe it or not, even if Third Master no longer wants me, I've already been his lover for several days. If you sleep with his lover, do you think he will forgive you?"
"You… You…"
Jian Si stuttered for a while, but he was unable to utter a word. He was ineloquent, so it was difficult for him to argue with Xin Ai. Eventually, he simply turned and ran away in panic.
Xin Ai shouted after him. "Bro Si, don't forget. I'll have a banner made today. Hurry… I can't wait to get back together with Third Uncle."
Xin Ai waited anxiously for two days. On the morning of the third day, she woke up and found an invitation to a charity party lying beside the door. Someone must have slid it in through the crack under the door.
Xin Ai picked it up with a big smile.
At 9 p.m. that weekend, Xin Ai wore a rented dress and appeared at the entrance of Wandu Hotel.
She showed the security guard the invitation and was immediately allowed to enter.
The party was full of celebrities and plutocrats. The moment she walked into the hall, she saw several A-listers, heads of several big consortiums, and their ladies in full glamour. They all put on perfect masks.
Xin Ai glanced at the crowd and saw that Jian Zechuan had not yet arrived. She sighed. "Right, a tycoon like him won't come early."
The corners of her red lips lifted in a sneer. The people of the upper class were adept at acting一any one of them was qualified to take home an Oscar.
Her sudden appearance caused a commotion. She was particularly eye-catching in a black strapless gown that displayed her flawless collarbone. Her snowy skin seemed so white in contrast to her black gown; it was as if it was shimmering.
She had on slight smoky eye makeup and retro red lipstick, looking elegant but aloof. Her infinite charm contained an air of mystery that was fascinating.
Not long after she walked in, two famous agents came up to her and gave her their business cards.
Xin Ai accepted the cards politely and expressed her appreciation, saying that she would think about it and that she would contact them if she wanted to join them.
When the two agents left, a voice suddenly spoke from behind her, causing Xin Ai's face to change instantly.
"Yo, is this Xin Ai? You've risen to the top now and can actually attend this party? Looks like you can pay the five million penalties for your older sister."


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June 2, 2016
Tourism Works for Alberta.
Travel Alberta's 2016 Tourism Industry Town Halls have wrapped up for the year, with more than 550 tourism partners in attendance at 12 Alberta locations. Travel Alberta and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism would like to extend thanks and appreciation to everyone who participated.
April 22, 2016
The exponential growth of craft beer, malting and distilling in Alberta...It used to be you'd order a Bud or a Blue. But Alberta drinkers have a plethora of choices now as craft breweries, maltsters and distillers grow across the province like dandelions in spring.
The provincial government modified some regula...
March 9, 2016
Partnership between brewers & barley farmers take craft beer to the next level.
Recently we were mentioned in a great article in GrainsWest.
Take a read: http://www.grainswest.com/2016/03/raising-the-bar/
November 17, 2015
Wayne McAllister and the new 6th generation, Mia, were proudly featured in the new Nexera Canola campaign. More to come!
November 10, 2015
Our 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generations are all proudly featured in the new Nexera Canola campaign. Stay tuned...
November 10, 2015
What an amazing year this has been. We've made amazing relationships with two guys at a brewery that couldn't be more passionate about making beer! Here is an article we were featured in from Alberta Barley.
July 10, 2015
Antler Valley Farm celebrates 125 years farming the land Ephriam McAllister homesteaded 1890, in what is now called the Antler Hill district. Wayne and Sherri McAllister are thrilled to have their sons Wade and Scott, the fifth McAllister generation, transitioning to take over the farming business. Today our fam...
October 14, 2011
With harvest coming to an end, this year was one for the books. We came together with family and friends to take the last field off. After-all, you've gotta have a little fun once and a while.
Real Agriculture shared our story as well. Thanks guys!


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Aerospace coupler is a mechanical device, which is mainly utilized to connect the shafts end to end for the effective transmission of power. The couplers are designed to provide safe and accurate connection during refuelling of aircraft. Aerospace couplers aid the mechanical connection between the onboard systems such as terrain following radar and flight control system. Aerospace couplers and its dynamics can produce beneficial or adverse controllability and stability, depending on the characteristics of the aerospace. With the increase in speed, aircrafts are experiencing various strange instabilities, including violent motion about all three axes. At times, severity of these motions have resulted in loss of lives and aircraft. There are various kinds of coupling modes, which include inertia-roll coupling, control coupling, dutch roll coupling and so on. Aerospace couplers are majorly employed in military aircraft, commercial aircraft, rockets, satellites and missiles. Aerospace couplers are designed to transform power from the engine to various gearboxes on fixed wing and rotor craft alike. There are various types of couplers available in the market, which perform different functions such as pressure coupler, hydrant coupler and emergency breakaway coupler. Pressure coupler protects the aircrafts from damages caused by surges and excess pressure and are connected to the hydrant pit adapter in order to allow the flow of pressurized fuel from pipeline to the receiving aircraft. Hydrant couplers are made up of aluminium and high strength stainless steel. Based on the various couplers, there are numerous coupling techniques adopted for the effective fuelling of the aircrafts, which include threadless cramshell couplings, positivelok couplings and metal seal flexible couplings.
Global Aerospace Couplers Market: Segmentation
The global aerospace couplers market can be segmented mainly on the basis of product type and application.
Based on the product type, the global aerospace couplers market can be segmented into;
Pressure Coupler
Hydrant Coupler
Emergency Breakaway Coupler
Based on the application, the global aerospace couplers market can be segmented into;
Commercial Aircrafts
Military Aircraft
Global Aerospace Couplers Market: Dynamics
With the advancement of aerospace industry, the competition among the aerospace coupler manufacturers has been increasing. Currently, a large number of people prefer aeroplanes as a convenient mode of transportation owing to the affordable charges and comfort in commuting, along with the shorter travel time required to reach the destination compared to other modes of transportation. Various governments are globally establishing their aerospace sector and there is a rising demand for aircrafts as well as aerospace couplers in commercial as well as military sectors. With the increasing demand for the aircrafts, the demand for aerospace couplers is expected to witness substantial growth in the near future. Growth of the air traffic in last 20 years has been spectacular and there is an indication that it will continue to expand over the forecast period, which in turn, is projected to propel the demand for aerospace couplers.
On the other hand, the growth in demand will bring forth number of challenges for dealing with mass transportation and congestion of ATM and airport infrastructure.
Manufacturers of aerospace couplers are focussing on merger and acquisition related activities in order to expand their business in various regions & enhance their market share.
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Thin layers of conductive, semiconducting or insulating materials form a new basis of novel products. Deposed on glass or foil their thicknesses are in the nanometer and micrometer range. Multilayer systems are for example used to build screens for smartphones, flat lighting elements or flexible solar moduls. Two dimensional structures that define the funtionality of such components can be produced flexible and economical with laser beam.
For example the COPT center of the University of Cologne develops processes for the high resolution structuring of thin layers, using Pulsar Photonics laser systems. With the USP laser, substrates can be cut precisely and layers can be selectively removed. This is frequently required for the contacting of conductor tracks in organic electronics. In order to achieve a sufficiently high quality, it is essential to consider parameters such as focus, spatial and temporal pulse shape and a subsequent cleaning. In particular in the structuring of the transparent, conductive indium tin oxide (ITO), used in many areas, the USP processsing reduces the resulting edge jumps, which are critical for subsequent coatings.
The use of ultrashort pulse lasers allows physical processes which would not be possible with longer pulse durations. This opens new process windows and makes new industrial processes possible.
- structuring of conductor paths by laser ablation
- structuring of organic coatings
- "via holes"
- precise cutting of different substrate types in free forms
- labeling of substrates for identification during the process chain
Our Offers in the area of thin film processing
Together with the COPT, Pulsar Photonics offers the following development opportunities:
- Laser machine type RDX500 for microprocessing with
- compact picosecond laser(532nm, 12W, 10 ps)
- 3 axis system with vacuum chuck
- extraction system for removing the ablation fragments
- Laser class 1 design
- Studies about thin film removal
- Development of solutions, based on organic electronics
- Evaluation of our machine technology for thelaser microprocessing of thin films


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On December 11, President Trump held a Chanukah party at the White House where he signed an executive order combatting anti-Semitism. The New York Times reported that the order defines America's Jews as sharing a national origin. It doesn't. So what is a Jew?
The order relates to Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act prohibiting discrimination based on, among other things, national origin. But the order targets not discrimination against Jews but those who call for the delegitimization or destruction of Israel. It also states that federal agencies "shall not diminish or infringe upon any right protected under Federal law or under the First Amendment." Confusing.
There should be no confusion that Jews are not defined by country of national origin. Many American Jews were born overseas. Most were born in the U.S.A. So what is a Jew?
To many Christians, a Jew is an adherent of the Jewish religion. But Judaism defines only part of the Jewish world. Most American Jews maintain no synagogue affiliation yet still identify as Jews.
Jews are a people. We're joined not only by religion but any combination of secular factors such as family descent; shared history; use—even limited—of Hebrew, Yiddish, Ladino or Jewish Arabic; Israel; humor; education and attitudes; and to no small extent food.
Jews do not constitute a race. For over 2,000 years, Judaism identified anyone born of a Jewish mother as a Jew. Four decades ago, the Reform movement accorded Jewish identity to children of non-Jewish mothers but Jewish fathers if the children received a Jewish education. In either case, the "other" parent can be of any ethnicity.
Sadly, genetics have doomed non-Jews. Nazi Germany's Nuremberg Laws defined a Jew as anyone with one Jewish grandparent. Many "Jewish" Holocaust victims were Catholics or Protestants. In response, Israel's Law of Return allows anyone with one Jewish grandparent to reside in the country, although he or she may not be considered Jewish by government-sanctioned religious authorities.
More reason to abandon the racial hypothesis: Anyone may convert to Judaism. At the recent Biennial of the Union for Reform Judaism, URJ president Rabbi Rick Jacobs pointed out, "Between 10 and 20 percent of North American Jews are Jews of Color." Many are born-Jewish children and grandchildren of converts.
Anti-Semites, alas, will keep hating Jews, even if they have no idea what a Jew is, believes or stands for. Sadly, the White House again offered anti-Semites a measure of support.
When the president signed his executive order, guests included the evangelical Christian leader Robert Jeffress. An ardent supporter of Israel, Jeffress, like many evangelicals, believes that only when all Jews go to the Holy Land will Jesus return. Jews then can accept Jesus or go to hell. As Jeffress said in 2010, "You can't be saved by being a Jew."
I wonder how the president's daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared and grandchildren take the news that they can't go to heaven.
Here on earth, Jeffress' and other pastors' statements, made in the name of theology and thus supposedly above reproach, create an image of Jews as "less than." As Chanukah nears, they not only fail to light a candle in the darkness, they add fuel to the fires of anti-Semitism the president claims he wants to put out.
Happy Chanukah, Marry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa—Peace!
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Due Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020
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Festive skaters burn off Christmas over-indulgence with fun on the ice rink
PUBLISHED: 08:12 31 December 2018
Week two of skating is in full swing at the Eastern Daily Press and Norwich Evening News ice rink.
And as these pictures show, it is proving a massive hit.
The rink, sponsored by Bakers & Larners of Holt, has now opened in Castle Mall Gardens with hundreds of people gliding around gracefully.
Victoria Blake, head of events, said: "Now we're open we get to see the delight on people's faces when they walk in and are blown away by the size of this year's rink, which is bigger than ever.
"We look forward to welcoming thousands of people across the festive period whether they have skated before or trying it for the first time."
For more information and updates, visit www.icerinknorwich.co.uk or search 'Norwich Ice Rink' on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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OASIS, a leading provider of records management storage and services for hardcopy and electronic records, announces the acquisition of the business unit Securitas Data & Archief B.V..
This acquisition marks OASIS' 8th acquisition in the EU, the 2nd within the Netherlands. This acquisition includes a full-service records management storage center and digital services center. It represents a strategic expansion of OASIS' service coverage area in the North of Netherlands.
Under the direction of Managing Director, Douwe De Vries, Peter Fokkens will continue to lead this team as the OASIS Branch Manager and will continue to service the existing client base. Clients will now have access to end-to-end records and information management (RIM) services including hardcopy storage and management, secure destruction services, vital records protection, document imaging and digital storage through a single service provider.
"We are proud to announce this strategic move for OASIS as it adds not only a new region in the Nethelands but it also adds some new digital services." says OASIS CEO, Dennis Barnedt.
"Securitas Data and Archief was an exemplary records and data provider in their region, making its transition to OASIS a smooth one for both the local team and clients. We are now building on what the previous team started and taking our service offering and client support to the next level; ultimately helping clients to mitigate the risks associated with RIM and offering greater long-term value for clients."
About OASIS - OASIS (Offsite Archive Storage & Integrated Services Holdings Ltd) is a leading records and information management (RIM) services provider and trusted partner to clients spanning multiple industries and geographies throughout the EU. OASIS offers a complete suite of RIM services including records management, data protection (electronic computer media), secure destruction, and digital solutions. OASIS services allow clients to focus on their core business while reducing the costs and risks associated with document work flow, retention, management and secure disposition.


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2015 Ford Mustang Clay Models Revealed - Fact or Fiction
With the Ford Mustang's 50th anniversary approaching rumors about a future design are flooding the internet. Now, there are some clay models that seem to depict one design direction. Are these clay models fact or fiction for the 6th generation Mustang?
The Mustang clay models first appeared on Mustang6g Forums and quickly spread across many sites. Most of the sites seems to think that these clay models are the future design of the 2015 Mustang. These models seem to depict a more European look which makes sense with the news that the Ford Mustang will be offered in Europe albeit with a more fuel efficient 2.3L EcoBoost engine.
Other sites like Jalopnik.com suggest that the images aren't of a new Mustang. The images look to nice (see:no cell phone photos) and don't look like traditional "spy" photos at all. In fact, these suspicions lead Jalopnik to contact Ford. A Ford spokesman reportedly told them that "these images are from a blogger event held in Dearborn, MI last year to show off some design studies."
Whether these clay models are the real thing or not, remains to be seen. It is clear that the look is a decidedly an Aston Martin-inspired nose and fastback rear. It wouldn't surprise anyone if this is the direction the new Mustang goes with the new European competition.
These photos, a Ford leak or not, are really great examples of the amount of time and energy manufactures go through when considering a new design. By building these clay replicas, it gives everyone involved a better sense of how the car will actually look.
What do you think of these photos? Fact or fiction, the new 2015 will look like this?


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Roundup: 5 Yard & Landscaping Makeovers
It's easy to let the yard go downhill over the winter, but these dramatic landscaping makeovers will inspire you to give your outdoor space a little extra TLC this spring.
A Seattle home gets an informal front yard makeover with lots of curb appeal. Read about the whole process here. [Photo: Fine Gardening]
Strategically placed trees and colorful shrubs give this outdoor space a finished look. Check out more front yard makeovers here. [Photo: HGTV]
Flowers are the stars here, adding lots of color to the front of this brick home. See more pictures of this makeover here. [Photo: The Daily South]
The owner of this home replaced the dead grass with different types of flowers, bushes and trees... eliminating the need for mowing the lawn! See more yard makeovers here. [Photo: BHG]
These homeowners started from scratch... which can be a daunting task. Read more about the process here. [Photo: Green Thumb Blonde]


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By Lori Daniel Falk
Succeeding in business has often been viewed as a competitive, numbers-driven game that relies on hard facts, financial analysis, and exploitation of markets. That's the old paradigm folks, and it simply isn't working anymore. We are rapidly moving away from this type of "fear-based" competitive environment, and in turn creating a corporate playground that thrives on caring and collaboration.
Gay Hendricks, Ph.D. and Kate Ludeman, Ph.D. studied hundreds of entrepreneurs and business owners from companies such as Motorola, Dell, and the like, for their groundbreaking book, The Corporate Mystic: A Guidebook for Visionaries with Their Feet on the Ground. Their findings led them to make the following prediction: "Successful corporate leaders of the twenty-first century will be spiritual leaders. They will be comfortable with their own spirituality, and they will know how to nurture spiritual development in others."
Stephen Covey summed it up best when he said, "Spirituality cannot be something a person toys with, a little compartment of their lives. It has to be at the core, in a way that affects every other part of their lives." That includes business. Today's most successful leaders are in business for their hearts and souls, as well as their wallets. They are in business to support the hearts and souls of the people with whom they work.
Succeeding in business now requires us to employ our intuition, to tap into a collective consciousness of readily available signs and guideposts, and to develop a more collaborative approach to the world at large. "But how do I make that leap?" You ask, "How do I learn how to develop these skills when the other way is all I've known?"
That's where coaching comes in. A recent study conducted by QA Research, an independent market research agency in the UK, found that 80% of the organizations surveyed had used, or are now using, coaching to facilitate the growth and development of their employees with 95% reporting benefits to the organization and 96% seeing benefits to the individual being coached. (But coaching is predominantly targeted at senior-level employees, with 85% of companies coaching senior managers and directors, compared to just 52% providing coaching for non-management staff.) Penny de Valk, chief executive of the ILM, (Institute of Leadership & Management) said: "Coaching is the single most cost-effective development investment an organization can make, as this learning naturally spreads across the workplace. Yet our research suggests only a limited segment of the working population receives coaching. Companies direct it at the lucky few, rather than embedding a coaching culture across an organization." Operating without this type of assistance in today's corporate culture simply no longer makes sense.
A good coach will help you understand that there's nothing more powerful than the subconscious mind. Most people think their conscious mind is running the show, when in fact, it is the subconscious, which operates 24/7, that rules virtually everything. What's even crazier yet is that most of the foundational programming in your subconscious mind was already in place by the time you were seven years old.
So here you are this savvy business exec, and you often find yourself wondering why you can't break through that glass ceiling, or why you can't effortlessly attract more love, joy, health, wealth, peace, and happiness? After all, you're staying optimistic, and saying all those positive affirmations that they told you to in "The Secret." "What am I doing wrong?" You continue to ask yourself. Well, the "Secret Behind The Secret" lies in that very subconscious programming I've been talking about, and it's hard to know what's in there on your own.
If you're like most people, you probably want "X" in your life… yet what you keep attracting is "Y." So, what is it that is "unconsciously" holding you back? Coaching is designed to help people not only uncover, but actually reprogram, the limiting beliefs that lay in their subconscious mind. Once those limiting beliefs are uncovered, they can be cleared, and subsequently replaced with new belief patterns that will have you instantly on the road to unlimited success.
Plus, it is from this clearer, less congested point of view that you will be able to better tap into the intuitive guidance that is all around you. In fact, with a little practice you'll be able to not only ask for, but actually receive divine guidance. By tapping into your higher self, or connecting with the angels, you'll be able to problem-solve on a more cohesive, collaborative, spiritual level.
It is from this new, healthier, more intuitive state of mind that you will in turn, become one of today's successful leaders… someone who uses collaboration and compassion to support the hearts and souls of the people with whom they work… someone who understands what it takes to be a Corporate Mystic… a leader in today's new corporate playground.
New Thought Leader, Lori Daniel Falk is an Epigenetic Healing Artist, Author, and Spiritual Life Coach who has been gifted with an artistic healing modality that enables her to communicate with, and share, the wisdom of the angels in both pictures and words. Her recent books, What the World Needs to Know NOW: Wisdom of the Angels, and Angelic Rx's for Manifesting Adult Coloring Book are available at:wisdomoftheangels.com. The Adult Coloring Book is also available at Amazon.com, and Barnes & Noble.com.


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What is the difference between contagious diseases and infectious diseases?
Two terms commonly used by laypersons that refer to diseases are infectious and contagious. All diseases are infections caused by bacteria or viruses in which micro-organisms invade the body and disrupt the normal functioning of different parts of the body. Some of these infections can be spread from one person to another and are called contagious diseases. Humans can also catch infections from animals, rodents and insects, and in this case they are called infectious diseases. Malaria is an example of an infectious disease because it comes from the bite of a mosquito.
Contagious Diseases
A contagious disease can only spread from one person to another when there is direct contact. This can be by being in the presence of a person with this disease when he coughs or sneezes into the air or by touching something that this person has touched and don't wash your hands immediately afterwards. There are many examples of contagious diseases, such as chickenpox and measles, which spread very quickly through all the people in a household when one person comes down with it.
Flus and colds are also examples of contagious diseases. You can catch these by shaking hands with a person who is infected and since they are also airborne, you can contract them from the air as well.
Infectious Diseases
An infectious disease is far more dangerous than a contagious disease because it is possible to contract such a disease without coming in contact with a person who has it. This is because the diseases that fall into this category can be spread through the air or through water.
Not everyone who does come in contact with a person who has an infectious or contagious disease will catch the illness. It depends on the strength of the body's immune system that determines whether or not a person will contract the disease. Even though a disease may be contagious some are harder to contract than others. AIDS, for example, is a contagious disease but you cannot catch it by shaking hands with someone or even being in their presence when they cough or sneeze. Although it is not as contagious as some other diseases, it is a lot more dangerous and is fatal.
One rule to remember about the difference between contagious and infectious diseases is that all contagious diseases are infectious, but not all infectious diseases are contagious. Dengue Fever is an example of an infectious disease that is not contagious. It is caused by a mosquito bite and even though it is a dangerous disease, you cannot catch it from an infected person. There has been a comprehensive list of infectious and contagious diseases to which you can refer for more information.
There are ways of protecting yourself against contracting both infectious and contagious diseases. Good hygiene habits and a well-balanced diet will go a long way towards keeping you healthy because it keeps your immune system healthy. Handwashing is also very important because many of the infections come from the objects that we touch. There are also various vaccines that will boost the immune system preventing you from contracting a disease.


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Predicting each SEC team's first loss in 2017
One of the best things about the offseason is that whoever you root for, be it Alabama or Southwest Polytechnic State School for the Football Challenged, they're still perfect for the 2017 season. Unfortunately, for many, the first loss comes pretty early. But how early? That's where we come in. Here's our guess at when each SEC squad picks up that first "L."
Alabama: Never.
As last year's team showed us, projecting an undefeated schedule is dangerous. And there are some good candidates to beat Alabama. Florida State in Week 1 looks threatening, but Saban generally excels at having his team ready to play. A road game in the Iron Bowl is fraught with peril (Kick Six anyone?) But we'd struggle to pick against the Tide — anytime.
Arkansas: Sept. 23 vs. Texas A&M (in Arlington)
TCU is Week 2 is a legitimate opponent, and the Razorbacks were lucky to win that game last season. But we'll give them the nod there, but expect the Hogs to fall flat against A&M in their third game. This is the kind of game that Arkansas needs to win to finish in the top half of the West, but it's far from clear that they will win it. In fact, we think not.
Auburn: Sept. 9 at Clemson
This is a game where Auburn could really work its way into the national big picture. Clemson must replace a lot of key component parts, most notably two-time Heisman finalist Deshaun Watson, but it's undeniable that they have a ton of talent and rarely lose at home. If Jarrett Stidham can carve up the other Tigers, then Auburn would likely make it to mid-October without further challenge. But the defending champ didn't become a champ by losing at home.
LSU: Oct. 7 at Florida
There is no love lost between these two schools. This was supposed to be a home game, but after last year's game was shifted to Baton Rouge to solve hurricane issues, the schedule is flipped. LSU is probably more talented than Florida, but unless the Tigers have greatly improved in the pass game, the UF defense is probably gritty enough to keep a one-dimensional LSU squad from beating them. After all, they did last year.
Mississippi State: Sept. 16 vs. LSU
The Bulldogs gained momentum late in the 2016 season, but they don't seem likely to beat LSU in Week 3, even with the game being played in Starkville. With the next two games coming at Georgia and at Auburn, State will be very lucky to not pick up an early three-game losing streak.
Ole Miss: Sept. 30 at Alabama
If Cal were any good, we might pick the Rebels to go to the West Coast and lay an egg in Week 3. But at least on the field, that Golden Bears team is in worse shape than the Rebels. This leaves Ole Miss unbeaten until they head to Tuscaloosa. The Rebels have played remarkably well against the Tide in recent seasons, but Shea Patterson will probably find the sledding a little tougher in 2017.
Texas A&M: Sept. 3 at UCLA
This isn't a knock on the Aggies, who should have a decent season. But going cross-country and taking on a UCLA team with one of the nation's top passers in QB Josh Rosen is a tall task. Guessing that it's taller than A&M in Week 1. The good news is that A&M could well open 4-1 even with an opening loss.
Florida: Sept. 2 vs. Michigan (in Arlington)
This is a gutsy game for the Gators to play, but there are too many questions around the UF team to feel good about this one. On the bright side for Florida, if it wins this one, it might set up an Outdoor Cocktail Party for the East title. But at this point, it looks likely to fall to the Wolverines.
Georgia: Oct. 28 vs. Florida (in Jacksonville)
There are some tempting picks early against the Bulldogs, with the team traveling to South Bend and Knoxville to take on Notre Dame and Tennessee, respectively. But neither of those teams is in the same class as UGA in terms of talent and experience. The one that looks tougher is the Cocktail Party. Florida has that whole two-time defending division champion angle on its side, and Kirby Smart looked brain locked in this game last season. If UGA takes down the Gators, you might as well hand the Dawgs the East.
Kentucky: Sept. 23 vs. Florida
Some will pick Kentucky to lose the week before at South Carolina, but with three consecutive wins over the Gamecocks, Kentucky looks likely to keep the upper hand. On the other hand, UK last beat the Gators in 1987. Sure, Steve Spurrier isn't walking through the door in Lexington in September. But until Kentucky beats the Gators, you have to expect them not to do so.
Missouri: Sept. 9 vs. South Carolina
The Tigers stay home until the month of October, but they will struggle with the superior athletes of South Carolina at home in Week 2. Drew Lock put up big passing stats in 2016, but he struggled to do so against top competition. Carolina has enough firepower to go into Columbia and come away with a victory.
South Carolina: Sept. 16 vs. Kentucky
N.C. State as an opener could be a challenge, but Carolina returns more of its firepower than the Wolfpack and will pick up the victory in Charlotte. Week 3 against Kentucky is the kind of game that Carolina has to win to break into the upper echelon of the East. But UK has won the past three matchups in the series, and seems to have the Gamecocks' number.
Tennessee: Sept. 16 at Florida
Some will pick Georgia Tech to pick off the Vols in their opener, Monday, Sept. 4 at Atlanta's sparkling new Mercedes-Benz Stadium. But Tech is breaking in a new QB as well, and while the triple option is a headache, it's not as much of a headache in Week 1 as it would be dropped into the middle of the Vols' schedule. Conventional wisdom would say that by beating Florida last year, Tennessee slayed a major ghost. Instead, it looked more like the Vols got lucky — and they'll struggle to be similarly lucky this year in the Swamp.
Vanderbilt: Sept. 16 vs. Kansas State
MTSU could make things interesting in Week 1, but it's K-State that will first knock off Vandy. The Wildcats, led by mobile QB Jesse Ertz, are a tough defensive matchup. Unless Vandy's offense makes huge strides, they just don't have the firepower to keep up in this game.


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BUJAK BUDZHAK (Rus and Ukr); BUGEAC (Rum); Bucak (Tk).
Region on the Black Sea coast, now in Ukraine, lying between the lowest course of the Danube, including its delta, and the estuary of the Dniester.
It was part of the principality of Moldavia, a vassal state of the Ottoman Empire from 1512. In 1538 the Prince of Moldavia tried to throw off the Ottoman yoke, but failed. In response, the Ottoman government annexed Bujak and so Moldavia no longer fully controlled its Black Sea trade. In 1812 Bujak and the part of Moldavia between the Rivers Prut and Dniester – known together as Bessarabia – became part of Russia.
By the Treaty of Paris, 1856, Russia was obliged to cede Southern Bessarabia (rather larger than Bujak) to Moldavia, but recovered it in 1878. All Bessarabia was added to Romania in 1918. When the Soviet Union regained it in 1940, and again in 1944, the old Bujak region (roughly speaking) was added to the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic.


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Total antioxidant capacity in Eales' disease, uveitis & cataract
Radhakrishnan Selvi1, Narayanasamy Angayarkanni1, Jyotirmay Biswas2, Sivaramakrishnan Ramakrishnan1
1 Biochemistry and Cell Biology Department, Vision Research Foundation, Chennai, India2 Uvea Department, Vision Research Foundation, Chennai, India
Correspondence Address:Narayanasamy AngayarkanniBiochemistry & Cell Biology Department, Sankara Nethralaya, Vision Research Foundation, 18, College Road, Chennai 600 006 IndiaSource of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: NoneCheckPMID: 21808139
Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None
Background & objectives: The human system possesses antioxidants that act harmoniously to neutralize the harmful oxidants. This study was aimed to evaluate the serum total antioxidant capacity (TAC) as a single parameter in Eales' disease (ED) and in an acute inflammatory condition such as uveitis and in cataract which is chronic, compared to healthy controls. Methods: The TAC assay was done spectrophotometrically in the serum of Eales' disease cases (n=20) as well as in other ocular pathologies involving oxidative stress namely, uveitis and cataract (n=20 each). The oxidative stress measured in terms of TBARS, was correlated with the TAC. Individual antioxidants namely vitamin C, E and glutathione were also estimated and correlated with TAC.Results: TAC was found to be significantly lower in Eales' disease with active vasculitis (0.28 ± 0.09 mM, P<0.001), Eales' disease with healed vasculitis (0.67 ± 0.09 mM), uveitis (0.46 ± 0.09 mM, P<0.001) and cataract (0.53 ± 0.1 mM, P=0.001) compared to the healthy controls, with a TAC level of 0.77 ± 0.09 mM. The TAC was found to correlate positively with vitamin E levels (P=0.05), GSH (P=0.02) but not with vitamin C, as seen in ED cases. In ED cases supplemented with vitamin E and C, there was a significant increase in the TAC level (P=0.02). Interpretation & conclusions: The TAC measurement provided a comprehensive assay for establishing a link between the antioxidant capacity and the risk of disease as well as monitoring antioxidant therapy. This method is a good substitute for assay of individual antioxidants as it clearly gives the status of the oxidative stress in the disease process.
Keywords: Antioxidant - cataract - Eales′ disease - oxidants - uveitis


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