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One of the worst things to happen to music was severing old music from new, classical from popular. We wound up with a patchwork of musical ghettos that would have seemed strange to composers like Beethoven: a "classical" new music ghetto populated by relatively few devotees over here, a sprawling contemporary pop music suburb over there, and up on the hill, an antiquities museum catering mostly to listeners uninterested in or afraid of anything unfamiliar or forward looking. Fortunately, this weekend's Oregon music offerings (and others this month, including last weekend's Cappella Romana concert and next week's Third Angle show) include several groups that are trying to break down those artificial barriers that have obscured the connections between these false categories that are really a continuum — "classical" music's emergence from vernacular origins, new music's debt to its ancient sources. Unfortunately, two of these ensembles are performing on the same night, but maybe it's a promising sign that more and more performers are understanding that segregating our musical past from our musical present and future does no one any good.
For a look farther ahead past this weekend, see also Jana Hanchett's ArtsWatch preview of Portland's Chamber Blast! festival, Gary Ferrington's ArtsWatch preview of the University of Oregon's Music Today Festival and Bob Priest's monthly Ear Trumpet new music bulletin.
ĄRCO-PDX, Saturday, Refuge PDX, 116 SE Yamhill, Portland.
Read my Willamette Week preview of this highly recommended concert of music by Portland composer Kenji Bunch and Vivaldi, performed from memory by the Amplified Repertory Chamber Orchestra of Portland.
Carpe Diem String Quartet, Saturday, Winningstad Theatre, Portland.
Read my Willamette Week preview of one of the forward looking young chamber ensembles that's trying to win new audiences for classical music by loosening up the usual stage stiffness and mixing contemporary works with the classics.
Oregon Guitar Quartet, Saturday, Lincoln Hall, Portland State University.
OGQ's Bryan Johanson looked to one of his favorite writers, Jane Austen, whose novels teem with musical references, and imagined what music might have been played at a house party happening in her time (she's a Beethoven contemporary) and place. The party mixtape (which Johanson arranged for four guitars) spans classical and pop music of the period, including traditional American and English dance tunes like "Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair" as well as a couple more Vivaldi compositions, one a concerto featuring Oregon Symphony guest violinist Erin Furbee.
Beaverton Symphony Orchestra, Friday, Village Baptist Church, Beaverton.
With the Brit PM visiting the US, the orchestra turns Anglophilic with an all 20th century program including Gustav Holst's A Somerset Rhapsody, Ralph Vaughan Williams Symphony No. 5, and Benjamin Britten's soaring Serenade for Horn, Tenor, and Strings, starring hornist Jennifer Harrison and singer Les Green.
Oregon Symphony, Saturday and Sunday, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland.
In this pops concert, clarinet master Dave Bennett and his sextet play swing era classics by Artie Shaw, Jimmy Dorsey, Woody Herman, Pete Fountain and Benny Goodman.
Oregon Bach Collegium, Sunday, United Lutheran Church, Eugene.
Early music specialists violinists Jannie Wei and Wyatt True, cellist Marc Vanscheeuwijck, and harpsichordist Margret Gries play virtuosic repertoire from 17th-century Italy, including works by Uccellini, Buonamente, Caldara, Castello, Fontana, Legrenzi, Gabrielli and Corelli.
Yuval Ron Trio, Sunday, Euphoria Studios, Portland.
Read my Willamette Week preview of this Middle Eastern music concert devoted to the ideal that Muslim, Jewish and Christian cultures can happily coexist in musical harmony.
Takács Quartet, Monday and Tuesday, Lincoln Hall, Portland State University.
Read my Willamette Week preview of the latest Oregon appearance by the nonpareil classical string quartet. If you're a chamber music fan, experiencing a live performance by this is extraordinary group should be on your bucket list.
"The Snowstorm," January 16 through February 7, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00pm, Coho Theatre, Portland.
One of the more intriguing entries in this year's Fertile Ground Festival (which actually starts next Thursday, though this particular show opens this weekend), Many Hats Collaboration's full length, original movement theater work weaves together spoken text with movement segments into an evening of theater, set to piano solos by Sergei Rachmaninoff played live by Eric Nordin.
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Les activités de l'INTRIQ
When : Wednesday, May 13th, 2020
Where : Polytechnique Montréal
Organizers :
Pr Denis Seletskiy, Polytechnique Montréal
Pr Louis Salvail, Université de Montréal
When : Tuesday, May 12th, 2020
Where : Polytechnique Montréal
Organizers : INTRIQ student committee
The event gives the opportunity for the INTRIQ community to collaborate and network with invited young researchers recently hired by private companies with activities in quantum information processing.
Organizers :
Éva Dupont Ferrier, Université de Sherbrooke
Dave Touchette, Université de Sherbrooke
90, rue Stanstead, Bromont QC J2L 1K6
Téléphone : 1 800 304 3433
Note : The INTRIQ Business meeting (reserved for members) will be held in room "Salle des cantons" on November 11th from 9h30 to 10h30
Meeting program
November 11th
10h30 - 10h55 Registration
10h55 - 11h00 Opening remarks (Salon A)
11h00 - 11h45 Pr Frédéric Dupuis, Université de Montréal
Purely quantum polar codes
11h45 - 12h05 Marco David, Student, McGill University
QED. The Quest to Formally Verify Mathematics
12h05 - 13h30 Lunch (Dining room - 4 Canards)
13h30 - 14h15 Dr Louis Gaudreau, National Research Council (NRC) - Ottawa
Entanglement distribution via coherent photon-to-spin conversion in semiconductor quantum dot circuits
14h15 - 14h45 Dr Joel Griesmar, Université de Sherbrooke
A mesoscopic spectrometer based on the Josephson effect
14h45 - 15h15 Coffee break (Salon B)
15h15 - 15h45 Dr Stephane Virally, Polytechnique Montréal
Quantum optics in the time domain
15h45 - 16h25 Industry & Startups in quantum technologies
Dr Félix Beaudoin, Les Technologies Nanoacademic Inc (www.nanoacademic.com)
Dr David Roy-Guay, SB Quantum (www.sbquantum.com)
Pr David Poulin, Microsoft (0pen positions at Microsoft)
16h25 - 17h00 Equity, diversity & inclusion (minutes and photos of the workshop)
17h00 - Poster session with refreshments (Salon B)
19h30 - INTRIQ dinner (Knowlton room)
November 12th
8h30 - 9h00 Pr Anne Broadbent, Université d'Ottawa
Quantum encryption with certified deletion
9h00 - 10h00 Dr Tomas Jochym-O'Connor, IBM - Yorktown Heights, New York
Disjointness in stabilizer codes
10h00 - 10h30 Coffee break (Salon B)
10h30 - 11h30 Pr Signe Seidelin, Institut NEEL CNRS/UGA
Rare-Earth Doped Crystals for strain-coupled optomechanics
11h30 - 12h00 Dr Erika Janitz, McGill University
Cavity-Enhanced Photon Emission from a Single Germanium-Vacancy Center in a Diamond Membrane
12h00 - 13h30 Lunch (Dining room - 4 Canards)
13h30 - 14h00 Pr Jérôme Bourassa, Cégep de Granby
Quantum illumination : exploiting quantum correlations when entanglement is lost
14h00 - 14h30 Dr Thomas Baker, Université de Sherbrooke
Modeling superconducting circuits with a tensor network
14h30 - 15h00 Dr Anirban Chowdhury, Université de Sherbrooke
Simulating thermal physics on quantum computers
15h00 - 15h30 Questions and answers
15h30 - 15h40 Closing remarks
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Lieu de naissance de la distribution quantique de clé et de la téléportation quantique, le département d'informatique et de recherche opérationnelle de l'Université de Montréal sollicite des candidatures pour un poste de professeure ou de professeur à temps plein au rang d'adjoint dans le domaine de l'informatique quantique.
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- For more information : Professor in Quantum Informatics
Spring 2013 INTRIQ meeting
Spring 2013 INTRIQ meeting, April 17th & 18th)
Organizer: Bertrand Reulet, Université de Sherbrooke
At the Hotel of the Château Bromont
90, rue Stanstead, Bromont QC J2L 1K6
Téléphone : 1 800 304 3433
(Note : the venue is at the Hôtel, not the Auberge)
Meeting program
Wednesday, April 17th
6h30 - 8h00 Breakfast
8h30 - 9h00 Registration
9h00 - 9h15 Opening remarks
9h15 - 10h30 Nicolas Godbout (Polytechnique) Tutorial on quantum communications
10h30 - 11h00 Coffee break
15h30 - 16h00 Jack Sankey (McGill) Controlling Micromechanical Sensors with Light
16h00 - 16h30 Michael Hilke (McGill) Addressing nuclear spins in the quantum Hall regime
Thursday, April 18th
6h30 - 8h00 Breakfast
8h00 - 9h00 Check out
9h00 - 9h45 Aash Clerk (McGill) Dissipative entanglement in quantum optomechanics
9h45 - 10h30 David Poulin (Sherbrooke) 2D quantum codes
10h30 - 11h00 Coffee break and check-out
11h00 - 12h00 Poster session
Note : wisemen meeting from 15h30 to 17h00
Aashish Clerk
Professor, McGill University
Dissipative entanglement in quantum optomechanics
Bill Coish
Professor, McGill University
Spin-qubit dynamics and decoherence
I will present recent theoretical work we have done on the dynamics of spins in quantum dots and at defect centers. These systems may be used for long-lived quantum memories or as interfaces between different physical qubits. To realize these goals, it is important to understand and control the quantum-coherent dynamics of these spins. To this end, we have developed new theoretical tools for understanding coupled spin dynamics based on a Magnus expansion, which we have applied to hole spins in quantum dots and electron spins in the presence of a magnetic field gradient. I will discuss possible experiments to improve our understanding of coherence in these systems and other physical implementations where these methods may be useful.
Claude Crépeau
Professor, McGill University
Tutorial on quantum teleportation
Thierry Debuisschert
Thales Research & Technology - France
Campus Polytechnique
Applied Quantum Physics at Thales Research & Technology - France
THALES Research & Technology-France (TRT-Fr) located in Palaiseau near Paris, is one of the research units of the THALES group, one of the major world players in aerospace, space, defense, and security. Through its internal activities and scientific links with industries and universities, either in France or internationally, TRT-Fr is participating in the preparation of THALES industrial future in strategic R&D fields.
Within TRT-Fr, the Physics Research Group has a strong expertise in classical and quantum physics. After giving an overview of the research at TRT-Fr, the talk will focus on quantum key distribution and Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) color centers in diamond.
TRT-Fr has collaborated with Institut d'Optique Graduate School in order to develop continuous variable quantum key distribution (CVQKD) implemented over installed fiber optics links [Fossier2009]. CVQKD has been coupled with symmetric encryptors developed by Thales Communication in order to increase the overall security of secure communication links [Jouguet2012].
TRT-Fr is collaborating with academic laboratories with the long term objective of developing quantum sensors and quantum circuits based on NV color centers in diamond. The implantation of regularly spaced NV centers in ultrapure diamond using parallel processing based on electron lithography has been demonstrated [Spinicelli2010]. The magnetic-field-dependent photodynamics of single NV defects in diamond has been studied as well as its application to qualitative all-optical magnetic imaging [Tetienne2012]. The current work is oriented towards magnetometry with ensembles of NV centers, either to build a wide-field imager, or to couple them with infrared optical cavities [Dumeige2013].
[Fossier2009] S. Fossier, E. Diamanti, T. Debuisschert, A. Villing, R. Tualle-Brouri, and P. Grangier, "Field test of a continuous-variable quantum key distribution prototype ", New J. Phys. 11, 045023 (2009).
[Jouguet2012] Paul Jouguet, Sébastien Kunz-Jacques, Thierry Debuisschert, Simon Fossier, Eleni Diamanti, Romain Alléaume, Rosa Tualle-Brouri, Philippe Grangier, Anthony Leverrier, Philippe Pache, and Philippe Painchault. " Field test of classical symmetric encryption with continuous variables quantum key distribution ". Opt. Express, 20(13): 14030–14041, Jun 2012.
[Spinicelli2010] P. Spinicelli, A. Dréau, L. Rondin, F. Silva, J. Achard, S. Xavier, S. Bansropun, T. Debuisschert, S. Pezzagna, J. Meijer, V. Jacques, and J.-F. Roch, " Engineered arrays of NV colour centres in diamond based on implantation of CN- molecules through nanoapertures ", New Journal of Physics, 13 (2011) 025014
[Tetienne2012] J-P Tetienne, L Rondin, P Spinicelli, M Chipaux, T Debuisschert, J-F Roch and V Jacques. " Magnetic field-dependent photodynamics of single NV defects in diamond: an application to qualitative all-optical magnetic imaging ". New Journal of Physics, 14 (2012) 103033 .
[Dumeige2013] Y. Dumeige, M. Chipaux, V. Jacques, F. Treussart, J.-F. Roch, T. Debuisschert, V. M. Acosta, A. Jarmola, K. Jensen, P. Kehayias, and D. Budker. " Magnetometry with nitrogen-vacancy ensembles in diamond based on infrared absorption in a doubly resonant optical cavity", Phys. Rev. B, 87 :155202, Apr 2013.
Hichem Eleuch
Researcher, Université de Montréal
Analytical solution to the Schrödinger equation and the ERS method
In the first part of the talk, I will present exact analytical solutions for the Schrödinger equation with deformed potentials.
The second part of this talk will be devoted to our new developed ERS ( Eleuch- Rostovtsev-Scully) method. The ERS technique generates analytical solutions for general potentials beyond the adiabatic approximation for 1D and 3D Schrödinger equations. Then it will be shown that the ERS-solutions are more accurate than the WKB approximation.
Nicolas Godbout
Professor, École Polytechnique
Tutorial on quantum communication
Michael Hilke
Professor, McGill University
Addressing nuclear spins in the quantum Hall regime
HongWen Jiang
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of California at Los Angeles
Measurement and manipulation of qubits based on individual charges/spins in semiconductor quantum dots
The charge or spin degrees of freedom of an electron in semiconductor quantum dots are particularly attractive for the implementations of qubits. Experimental effort of measuring and manipulating individual charges/spins in quantum dots has generated considerable success and interest in the last several years. In this talk, I will describe our experiments at UCLA to measure spin-relaxation time and phase-coherence time of single spins in a Si spin qubit. I will also present results of an international collaboration that uses the Landau-Zener-Stucklberg interference to coherently manipulate a charge qubit on picosecond time scale.
David Poulin
Professor, Université de Sherbrooke
2D quantum codes
I will present a survey of two-dimensional quantum error correcting codes.
Jack Sankey
Professor, McGill University
Controlling Micromechanical Sensors with Light
In the field of optomechanics we have learned to use the forces exerted by laser light to gain a new level of control over a wide variety of mechanical systems. These systems range in size from kilogram-scale mirrors in gravitational wave detectors to nanomechanical elements in cryogenic environments.
In this talk I will discuss how a very modest source of laser light (about a thousand time weaker than a key chain LED) can profoundly affect the motion of a micromechanical "trampoline" resonator. I will also show how we are able to laser cool its mechanical motion to a very low temperature, and how we can generate a nonlinear optomechanical coupling that should enable a quantum nondemolition (QND) readout of the trampoline's phonon number state.
Our group is currently interested in using optomechanical forces as a replacement for the forces exerted by traditional elastic materials in micromechanical sensors. Since the behavior of laser light is fundamentally different from that of atoms in a flexible material, such devices should circumvent the limitations of the best existing technology and achieve an unprecedented level of force sensitivity. In the ultimate limit, we hope to use optically-supported mechanical elements as "quantum transducers" capable of connecting qubits to one another on chip or via photons in a standard telecom fiber.
Félix Beaudoin
Student, McGill University
Director : Bill Coish
Hyperfine-induced spin dephasing in a magnetic field gradient
Magnetic field gradients are important for single-site addressability and electric-dipole spin resonance of spin qubits in semiconductor devices. We show that these advantages are offset by a potential reduction in coherence time due to the non-uniformity of the magnetic field experienced by the nuclear-spin bath. We investigate spins confined to lateral quantum dots or at single donor impurities, considering both free-induction and spin-echo decay. For lateral dots in GaAs, we find that, in a realistic setting, a magnetic field gradient can reduce the Hahn-echo coherence time by almost an order of magnitude. This problem can, however, be resolved by applying a moderate external magnetic field to enter a motional averaging regime. For lateral quantum dots in silicon, we predict a cross-over from non-Markovian to Markovian behavior that is unique to these devices. Finally, for very small systems such as single phosphorus donors in silicon, we predict a breakdown of the common Gaussian approximation due to finite-size effects.
Chloé Bureau-Oxton
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Single Electron Spin Qubit in a Double Quantum Dot
This poster shows how a nanomagnet deposited onto a double quantum dot can lead to fast spin- and phase-flip operations. Characterization of the quantum dot and the nanomagnet are also presented.
Julien Camirand Lemyre
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Measuring the spin state of a single electron in a double quantum dot
Measuring the spin state of a single electron in quantum dots requires spin to charge conversion. In actual approaches an additional electron is needed to perform such a task via Pauli spin blockade. In our experiment a single electron is trapped in a double quantum dot. In presence of a magnetic field gradient between the two dots the dipolar moment of the electron couples to it's spin degree of freedom allowing for spin to charge conversion.
I will present the basic ideas about this new readout scheme as well as the preliminary results of the ongoing experiment.
Chen-Fu Chiang
Postdoc, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : David Poulin
Cost function for selecting efficient inverse Quantum Fourier Transform (QFT)
Inverse QFT is a commonly used technique in quantum algorithms. The most known one is the quantum phase estimation which comprises two stages: phase kick back and inverse QFT. The former is always the dominating part. We are interested in comparing Kitaev's approach, ours and some other implementations of QPE in term of their cost (circuit size). And suppose the cost of the phase kick back is the same for all implementation, We are interested in comparing the approaches from a lower level by obtaining the cost functions of building the required rotation gates.
Christopher Chamberland
Student, McGill University
Directors : Bill Coish and Aashish Clerk
Adiabatic quantum state transfer
Benjamin D'Anjou
Student, McGill University
Director : Bill Coish
Anomalous magnetotransport in reflection-symmetric artificial molecules
We calculate magnetotransport oscillations in current through a triple-quantum-dot molecule, accounting for higher harmonics (having ux period h/ne, with n an integer). For a reflection-symmetric triple quantum dot, we find that harmonics with n odd can dominate over those with n even. This is opposite to the behavior theoretically predicted due to `dark-state' localization, but has been observed in recent experiments [L. Gaudreau et al., Phys. Rev. B, 80, 075415 (2009)], albeit in a triple-dot that may not exhibit reflection symmetry. This feature arises from a more general result: In the weak-coupling limit, we find that the current is flux-independent for an arbitrary reflection-symmetric Aharonov-Bohm network. We further show that these effects are observable in nanoscale systems even in the presence of typical dephasing sources.
Guillaume Duclos-Cianci
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : David Poulin
Generalizations of a Renormnalization Group Decoder for Kitaev's Topological Code
We study a previously introduced renormalization group decoder for Kitaev's topological code (KTC) generalized to (a) the fault-tolerant setting with faulty syndrome measurements and (b) the quantum error-correction of qudit versions of KTC.
Andy Ferris
Postdoc, Université de Sherbrooke
Directors : David Poulin and Alexandre Blais
Numerical simulations of many-body systems: combining series expansion with DMRG
The numerically-linked cluster expansion (NLCE) is a successful series expansion technique for studying large, many-body systems at equilibrium. This technique is based on the solution of small clusters for arbitrary temperatures. We report our progress in utilizing DMRG as a solver in order to deal with larger clusters, substantially increasing the order of the series expansion (and thus the accuracy) in the zero-temperature limit.
Gabriel Gasse
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Bertrand Reulet
Squeezing in the Photo-assisted Electron Shot Noise of a Tunnel Junction
The current/voltage fluctuations generated by a conductor are another point of view of a randomly fluctuating electromagnetic field, i.e. "white" light. We demonstrate experimentally that this light is naturally squeezed, i.e. that the noise on one quadrature can go below the vacuum fluctuations, for a tunnel junction at very low temperature irradiated by a microwave. A classical current in a conductor generates a coherent state of light. We show that a quantum current can emit non-classical light.
Patrick Harvey-Collard
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Fabrication of Silicon Single Electron Transistors: a Nanodamascene Approach
Trapping electrons in quantum dots allows very interesting device behaviors for both classical and quantum information, such as single electron transistors and quantum memories. Nevertheless, fabricating semiconducting islands of sub-20 nm feature size is quite challenging. In this poster, I will introduce a novel way of patterning such small nanocrystals self-aligned between two electrodes. I will explain the fabrication process and demonstrate each step. Then, I will show results of electrical characterization of the device showing Coulomb blockade, single electron and hole regimes and large 100 meV addition energies. A giant 1200 meV addition energy is observed for the central Diamond because of the silicon gap, which could enable room temperature operation and applications as low power transistors. I will explain the challenges and highlights of this method and give some perspectives.
Pavithran Iyer
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : David Poulin
Hardness of correcting degenerate errors on a general stabilizer code
Error correcting codes are used to protect information, either classical or quantum, against various sources of noise. After preparing the system in an encoded state, certain check operators can be measured on the system to verify if errors have affected its state. The decoding problem consists in finding the optimal recovery given the outcome of these check measurements. Thus, it is a statistical inference problem. We would like to analyze the computational complexity of decoding a general quantum stabilizer code.
However, the stabilizer formalism introduces a new class of "equivalent" errors, called degenerate errors. A decoder for a stabilizer code must therefore account for the degeneracy in the errors it must correct. Following this a decoding problem for a stabilizer code will be defined, as an enumeration problem and its computation hardness will be addressed.
We shall show that the problem of interest belongs to the class of #P-Hard problems. In course of the outline of the proof, some concepts from linear codes such as Weight Enumerators, shall also be described.
Saeed Khan
Student, McGill University
Director : Aashish Clerk
Large Gain Quantum-Limited Qubit State Measurement using a Two Mode Nonlinear Cavity
A single nonlinear cavity dispersively coupled to a qubit functions as a large gain detector near a bifurcation, but also has an unavoidable large backaction that prevents QND measurement at weak couplings. We show theoretically that a modified setup involving two cavities (one linear, one nonlinear) and a dispersively coupled qubit allows for a far more optimal measurement. In particular, operating near a point of bifurcation, one is able to both achieve a large gain as well as a near quantum-limited backaction. We present analytic results for the gain and noise of this detector and a heuristic understanding of the physics, thus presenting a complete description of this new way of performing weak qubit state measurements. The setup we describe can easily be realised in experiments with superconducting circuits involving Josephson junctions
Dany Lachance-Quirion
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Hybrid quantum circuits coupling spin qubits and spin ensemble to a superconducting microwave resonator
Hybrid quantum circuits offer the possibility to combine the strengths of different systems. For instance, superconducting qubits and spins could respectively be used as a quantum processor and a quantum memory in a hybrid quantum computer as they respectively offer fast manipulation and long coherence time. As in circuit quantum electrodynamics, a superconducting microwave resonator can be used as a quantum bus to couple superconducting qubits to a spin system. As the coupling strength between a single isolated spin and the cavity-induced magnetic field is rather weak (g_s~10-100 Hz), two strategies are investigated to get strong spin-photon coupling. First, a single electron spin confined in a double quantum dot can be strongly coupled to the cavity by creating an inhomogeneous magnetic field across the double quantum dot using a micro-magnet. Also, a spin ensemble can be used to increase the coupling strength g_(ens) proportionally to g_s\sqrt(n_s), where n_s is the spin density. The experimental progresses to get strong spin-photon coupling will be discussed for those two strategies, respectively in a GaAs double quantum dot and a Mn^(2+) spin ensemble in Mn-doped colloidal quantum dots.
Marc-Antoine Lemonde
Student, McGill University
Director : Aashish Clerk
Single-photon strong coupling effects in a strongly driven optomechanical cavity
In this poster I show how we can enhance the single-photon effects, coming from the non-linear part of the interaction between phonons and photons inside an optomechanical cavity, using a strong drive. More precisely, I show how, by properly tuning the drive, we can make some processes generated by this non-linear interaction to become resonant. These resonant processes will dramaticaly modify the Optomechanically induced transparency (OMIT) spectrum so that it can be observed with achievable experimental setups.
Kevin Milner
Student, McGill University
Director : Patrick Hayden
The Complexity of Separability
Suppose that a polynomial-time mixed-state quantum circuit, described as a sequence of local unitary interactions followed by a partial trace, generates a quantum state shared between two parties. One might then wonder, does this quantum circuit produce a state that is separable or entangled? Here, we give evidence that it is computationally hard to decide the answer to this question, even if one has access to the power of quantum computation. We begin by exhibiting a two-message quantum interactive proof system that can decide the answer to a promise version of the question. We then prove that the promise problem is hard for the class of promise problems with "quantum statistical zero knowledge" (QSZK) proof systems by demonstrating a polynomial-time Karp reduction from the QSZK-complete promise problem "quantum state distinguishability" to our quantum separability problem. By exploiting Knill's efficient encoding of a matrix description of a state into a description of a circuit to generate the state, we can show that our promise problem is NP-hard with respect to Cook reductions. Thus, the quantum separability problem (as phrased above) constitutes the first nontrivial promise problem decidable by a two-message quantum interactive proof system while being hard for both NP and QSZK. We also consider a variant of the problem, in which a given polynomial-time mixed-state quantum circuit accepts a quantum state as input, and the question is to decide if there is an input to this circuit which makes its output separable across some bipartite cut. We prove that this problem is a complete promise problem for the class QIP of problems decidable by quantum interactive proof systems. Finally, we show that a two-message quantum interactive proof system can also decide a multipartite generalization of the quantum separability problem.
Clemens Mueller
Postdoc, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Alexandre Blais
Measurement of Majorana Fermions in circuit QED
Sophie Rochette
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Integration of micro-magnets to silicon quantum dots: Towards long coherence time spin control for quantum information
Spins are a promising avenue for the implementation of a quantum computer. Information is encoded in the electron spin, which is confined electrostatically by a quantum dot (QD) in a semi-conductor substrate, and manipulated by micro-magnets. Unfortunately, progress is limited by the fast decoherence arising from the host material's nuclear spins, usually gallium arsenite. By using a material with a smaller nuclear field, such as silicon, we could reduce the decoherence in our QDs. In this poster, we describe the design of enhancement mode Si MOS DQD developped by the group of Malcolm S. Carroll, from Sandia National Laboratories, and present preliminary results of micro-magnet integration on those devices and simulations.
David Roy-Guay
Marc-Olivier Lessard
Students, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Nitrogen-Vacancy centers for magnetic field sensing at the nanoscale
Nitrogen vacancy (NV) centers in diamond are nanoscale color centers with long coherence times, used as qubits and quantum memories for quantum information. Alternatively, their very sharp magnetic resonances can be used as accurate electromagnetic nanosensors, reaching single spin detection. As a novel approach, we propose using electric field modulation of the NV resonance in order to enhance their magnetic field sensing accuracy. Using a NV center array, the magnetic field CCD created will be relevant to map local magnetic fields produced by micromagnets, as used in spin qubits architectures.
Olivier Saint-Jean
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Michel Pioro-Ladrière
Construction of a tunable radio-frequency detector for double quantum dot charge readout
We developed a system for the detection of the charge state of a GaAs double quantum dot using reflectometry on a RLC circuit. This circuit is built using a tunable capacitor diode, and a QPC electrostatically coupled to the quantum dots; parameters can then be tuned for maximal sensitivity of the dots' charge.
Benno Salwey
Student, Université de Montréal
Directors : Gilles Brassard and Alain Tapp
Distillation of non-locality
We will introduce the concept of distillation of non-locality and provide some known examples. We will also remind the connection between non-signaling distillation and privacy amplification in the context of general non-signaling adversaries. Then we will show a partial no-go result in the case of special non-signaling correlations, called "isotropic" PRboxes, which amount to a noisy version of the standart PRbox.
Benjamin Schmidt
Student, McGill University
Director : Guillaume Gervais
Probing fractional quantum hall states with adiabatic cooling
The 5/2 fractional quantum hall state is one of the leading candidate solid state systems believed to support non-Abelian anyons as low-energy excitations. If the non-Abelian description of the state is correct, it must have a large ground state entropy proportional to the number of quasiparticles. We are trying to detect the effect of that entropy by measuring the temperature change when quasiparticles are adiabatically added to the system by changing the magnetic field. This poster will present the theory and current experimental status of the project, including applications of the technique to states other than 5/2.
Kevin Spahr
Student, Université de Sherbrooke
Director : Bertrand Reulet
Dynamics of SNS Junctions
We probe the dynamics of a Superconductor /Normal Metal/ Superconductor junction (SNS: Nb / Al above its critical temperature / Nb) by measuring its voltage / current characteristics while applying an ac current of frequency in the range 1-200 MHz. We observe a dynamical phase transition as a function of the frequency and amplitude of the ac current. At low frequency there is a continuous change in the dynamical behavior of the junction, replaced an abrupt change and hysteresis at high frequency. The crossover frequency between the two regimes has a strong temperature dependence similar to that of the electron-phonon interaction rate.
Xiaoya Wang
Student, McGill University
Director : Bill Coish
Spin-Echo Dynamics of a Heavy Hole in a Quantum Dot
We develop a theory for the spin-echo dynamics of a heavy hole in a quantum dot, accounting for both hyperfine- and electric-field-induced fluctuations. We show that a moderate applied magnetic field can drive this system to a motional-averaging regime, making the hyperfine interaction ineffective as a decoherence source. Furthermore, we show that decay of the spin-echo envelope is highly sensitive to the geometry. In particular, we find a specific choice of initialization and -pulse axes which can be used to study intrinsic hyperfine-induced hole-spin dynamics, even in systems with substantial electric-field-induced dephasing. These results point the way to designed hole-spin qubits as a robust and long-lived alternative to electron spins.


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When it comes to creating the ultimate outdoor kitchen, nothing beats the look and functionality of natural stone. Granite, marble, and quartz are great for most outdoor applications, each with their own unique features and colors. How do you decide which material to use for your outdoor kitchen design? At Legacy Granite Countertops, you'll find a wide selection of stone slabs in a variety of colors to match your design style. Their state of the art laser cutting system can create the perfect shape with a customized edge that will complement your new kitchen. Keep reading to learn more about the latest materials and design ideas for outdoor kitchens from the professionals at Legacy Granite Countertops.
Granite is by far the best choice for an outdoor countertop material because of its natural durability. Compared to marble or quartz, granite is the hardest countertop material, impervious to scratching and chips. When it comes to weathering the elements, granite can withstand full sunlight without the fear of UV damage and color fading. You don't have to worry about staining from foods like tomato or wine because granite is virtually non-porous. Regular treatments of sealant will ensure a vibrant look for years to come.
By comparison, marble is not as hard as granite but that coveted milky white color make is one of the most popular choices for indoor and outdoor countertops. Yearly applications of sealant are required for this stone if you want to increase its resistance against the elements, or you can opt for the honed look. Honed marble will camouflage scratches and etching while still giving you that clean, elegant look. Rough or rounded edges will also help soften the look of this stone, making it adaptable to a variety of home design styles.
Don't feel like you have to limit yourself one material. One of the most popular trends in the kitchen design industry right now is to incorporate a variety of materials into your kitchen. For example, stainless steel is perfect for people who love to cook because, like granite, is impervious to wear and tear and resistance to stains and bacteria. Stainless steel looks great when paired with white marble. For a warmer look, consider a kitchen island made of butcher's block alongside brown or grey granite. Incorporating different surfaces increases the functionality of your kitchen as well as its visual aesthetics.
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UT Department of Geology Records, 1898-2011
Historical Note
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Geology, now known as the Jackson School of Geological Sciences, was founded in 1888, becoming a separate unit at the level of a college in September 2005. It is one of the largest and most prestigious geoscience programs in the world. Providing graduate and undergraduate education, the Department offers degrees and areas of study in structural geology, sedimentary geology, paleontology, geochemistry, climate dynamics, and hydrogeology, among other fields.
Jackson School of Geosciences, The University of Texas at Austin webpage
Scope and Contents
Comprised of administrative and financial records, news releases, data sheets, newspaper clippings, course materials, notes and notebooks, correspondence, an audiotape, and photographs, the UT Department of Geology Records, 1898-2016, document the history and operations of the Department during this time period. The records pertain to associations between geologists, staff activities, and to research and publication. Additionally, the papers reflect the UT Geology Library, the Institute of Marine Science, and the Southwestern Geological Society. Records of tutors and assistants, research proposals, and honors bestowed upon the department are also included.
Special items of note include the History of Geology at the University of Texas, a 1967 publication by UT Geology Professor Keith Young; and books, a letter, political cartoons, photographs, and a movie proposal of John A. Jackson, geologist, donor, and namesake of the School of Geosciences at UT.
A scrapbook, including mounted and loose newspaper clippings, printed materials, and UT press releases, is included in the collection. Covering the time period of 1972-1985, these materials document events that occurred at the UT College of Natural Sciences, UT Department of Geological Sciences, and UT Institute for Geophysics, and concern geology, marine geophysics, water, and natural disasters.
The records also contain a collection of glass plate negatives depicting early UT Geology students and professors on surveys around Texas and Mexico in the 1920s and 1930s.
Conditions Governing Access
The bulk of these records is stored remotely. Advance notice required for retrieval. Contact repository for retrieval.
Viewing of glass plate negatives by appointment only.
Conditions Governing Use
There are no use restrictions on this collection. Publisher is responsible for complying with copyright law.
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Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
UT Department of Geology Records, 1898-2016, Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin.
Processing Information
This collection was processed by Matthew J. Ellison, Sr., 1976.
Subsequent revisions were made by Deborah Bloys, May 1994, and Jessi Fishman, July 2016.
OCLC Number
Accession Numbers
65-100; 68-138; 69-22a; 72-009; 75-010; 80-092; 85-279; 87-017; 87-027; 87-254; 90-022; 93-314; 2012-188; 2014-054; 2017-269
Detailed Description of the Collection


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If you're looking to pamper yourself for a weekend, San Francisco can take care of your desires. The City by the Bay is teeming with luxury hotels, indulgent spas, shopping destinations, and gourmet dining opportunities. Here are some of the best options for getting the most out of your luxurious San Francisco weekend.
Where to Stay
A perfect San Francisco weekend starts with reservations at a luxury hotel. In the Soma district, the St. Regis San Francisco fuses refinement and chic in bright, spacious, and modern rooms. The St. Regis is ideal for art lovers, as it's connected to the Museum of Modern Art. Sparkling chandeliers, baroque pillars, and soaring ceilings make the Palace Hotel on Montgomery Street as glamorous and regal as its name suggests. Situated within shouting distance of Union Square and the Yerba Buena Center, this elegant hotel is a gateway to local culture.
Finally, surrounded by iconic skyscrapers like 555 California Street and the Transamerica Pyramid, the Omni San Francisco offers luxury through sleek, sophisticated suites featuring marble bathrooms and mahogany furniture. The Omni is also minutes from the shops and entertainment at Jackson Square.
Spas and Shopping
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San Francisco features a wealth of luxury spas, but if you only have a weekend, you'll need to know about the absolute best. Tucked into the Presidio, SenSpa offers eight specialty massages, clarifying facials, and a verdant bamboo garden to help you find your Zen. Spa Radiance provides anti-aging therapies like cocoa butter massages, LED light therapy, and chemical peels. For more active pampering sessions, International Orange combines a yoga studio with a premium full-service spa.
If you're looking for retail therapy, head to the popular and historic Jackson Square. There, you'll find Eden & Eden, a Jackson Square veteran selling chic vintage and contemporary clothing, bags, and accessories from both the United States and Europe. On Montgomery Street, the Detroit-based company Shinola markets its signature watches, leather accessories, and bicycles. For trendy French fashion, visit the Isabel Marant boutique located in a famous former whiskey warehouse.
What to Eat
San Francisco has luxury dining options to satisfy every taste. Check out the avant-garde Commonwealth for daring combinations crafted using principles of molecular gastronomy, like crispy oysters with frozen horseradish mousse. Nopa, a Fog City landmark, pairs fine dining with a welcoming atmosphere and is a destination for drinks, weekend brunch, and splendid dinners. You won't regret trying their signature burger. Indulge in progressive twists on traditional Italian fare at SPQR or a distinctive Neapolitan pizza at Delfina. For dessert, visit Salt & Straw to scoop flavors like Chocolate Rose Petal or Orange Blossom Sorbet With Edible Flowers.
San Francisco is one of the United States' most culturally unique cities, and this guide is far from comprehensive. However, if you only have a weekend to explore the city's fabulous spas, boutiques, and fine dining establishments, following these suggestions can help you squeeze the most satisfaction possible out of your stay in the Bay Area.


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What would a revolution in the United States look like? You may envision something out of a movie with ordinary citizens fighting in the streets against an oppressive regime, but in fact, if there is a large-scale revolt starting – and it may just be – the battleground will probably be in the courts, not the streets. But it's not an overthrow of our POTUS, equal representation for taxation, or state sovereignty that are the desired outcomes of this revolution. ...Continue Reading →
35 Mind-blowing facts about Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer.
Recent headlines disclose that Wal-Mart, the ubiquitous international super store chain, will close about 269 locations this coming year, affecting 16,000 workers. About 154 of those stores are in the U.S., expected to leave 10,000 workers laid off or fired. But does that mean the venerable retailer is in decline? Hardly, as we see from these 35 mind blowing facts about Wal-Mart.
1. Despite the recent small decline, Wal-Mart is still the biggest retailer in the world, with 11,000 stores in ...Continue Reading →
The surefire plan to achieve your goal of homeownership in 2020!
With the change of the calendar to 2020, millions of Americans will be making New Year's resolutions and setting their goals for the coming year. For a good portion of them, home ownership is circled in red at the top of that list.
In fact, at least 34% of U.S. adults who currently rent say they ...Continue Reading →
So you didn't win the $1.6 billion lottery jackpot? Here are 25 facts you should know – including how to increase your chances next time.
When the PowerBall jackpot recently grew to over $1.6 billion dollars, a lot of people ran to their nearest gas station, deli, or convenience store to buy a ticket. For the few people who came out with the lucky numbers, their lives will be changed forever. But for the rest of us, life just goes back to normal – until the jackpot grows large enough to capture our attention again and we buy tickets. But what are the actual odds ...Continue Reading →


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Today we are reviewing The Adventures of Jenny and Philip by Author Dawn-Maria France.
First off, we have to thank the Yorkshire Women's Life Magazine for sending us a copy of the author's book for review. For those of you that haven't figured it out by the title, The Adventures of Jenny and Philip is a children's book. This book is perfect for children around the ages of 4 to 6 maybe even age 7 depending on reading level.
This book/story talks about Jenny, George and Jessica. The story shares how Jenny was adopted by her aunt and uncle who couldn't really make her happy. Seems like she pretty much got away with a lot. In fact, the book describes Jenny as "naughty". While reading the book, it's pretty evident that Jenny's aunt and uncle didn't really have control of her behavior until she meet George who is not only her new next-door neighbor but turns out to be her new best friend. During the time that Jenny is playing with George she turns from her "naughty" behavior that is until Jessica, George's cousin comes into the picture.
Here are reason this book may be a great book for children:
- It doesn't paint the picture of a child coming from a traditional family dynamic which consist of the normal mom and dad, this book has an aunt and uncle which may be more relatable to today's society.
- It allows the readers to see that some unwelcomed behaviors affect other people. In this case, George was very hurt about not being able to play with his friend because of her jealousy and anger.
- Allowing children to see these behaviors and seeing the ending result may be a lifelong lesson for them.
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Leader of Committee: Dr.-Ing. Sabina Grund
International Zinc Association
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Tel.: +49 2922 878354
E-mail to Expert Eommittee:
The Zinc Expert Committee is a platform which offers information concerning the latest developments and activities in zinc primary metallurgy, recycling and further processing of zinc for the industry, universities and research centres.
The main focus lies on:
At annual meetings, these topics in particular are presented and discussed combined with visits to companies working in these areas throughout Europe. With destinations such as Spain, Belgium, Italy, Germany etc. in recent years, combined with an international membership and participation, the Zinc experts' meeting aims to underline its international focus.
The 68th Zinc Experts Meeting will take place from 19. - 20. November 2020 as a virtual conference.
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SMi reports: Taking place in London on 18th – 19th May 2020, Military PNT will feature two briefings from the US Air Force dedicated to GPS and NTS-3.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 27, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the NTS-3 program is scheduled to launch in 2022, it will provide a software defined approach to GNSS – meaning it can be reprogrammed to change its entire mission while in orbit, offering commanders greater flexibility in asset utilisation for mission sets. This technology will provide warfighters with a unique advantage and augment GPS with advanced and persistent capabilities, enhancing the resilience of PNT.
With this in mind, SMi Group are delighted to host the Military PNT conference, where delegates can expect to uncover more about the NTS-3 programme and the future of US PNT. The conference, which will convene in London on the 18th-19th May 2020, will feature two briefings from the US Air Force dedicated to GPS and NTS-3:
1) GPS: The Backbone of US PNT Capability
• An introduction to GPS: providing navigational data to the warfighter
• Ensuring passive all-weather operations: work of the 2nd Space Operations Squadron
• Cryptology and secured access: cyber considerations for robust PNT provision
• C2 for mission sets for GPS: improving signal accuracy
Presented by Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Toth, Commander, 2nd Space Operations Squadron, US Air Force
2) NTS-3: Pointing the Way to the Next Generation of Satellite Navigation
• Challenges to current space-based PNT: warfighter realities in GPS degraded and denied environments
• Diversifying PNT architecture around GPS to build unbreakable resilience
• How NTS-3 and future iterations can augment GPS with advanced and persistent capabilities
• NTS-3's approach to agility and on-orbit reprogrammability
• How results from the NTS-3 demonstration will transition to future programme developments
Presented by Mr Arlen Biersgreen, Program Manager, Navigation Technology Satellite 3 (NTS-3), AFRL, US Air Force
The conference aims to cover satellite navigation technology in depth, highlighting a diverse range of topics such as PNT resilience, legal frameworks, case study analysis on GNSS outages, warfighter navigation requirements, and more. Not only this, delegates can expect to meet and network with senior military and industry leaders within the field.
The event brochure with the full agenda and speaker line-up is available to download from the website; those interested in attending can register now to claim their £400 early bird discount: http://www.militarypnt.com/einpr2
Military PNT Conference
18th – 19th May 2020
London, UK
Gold Sponsor: Lockheed Martin
To sponsor or exhibit at the conference, please contact Alia Malick on +44 (0) 207 827 6748 or email@example.com
For all delegate enquiries, contact James Hitchen on +44 (0) 20 7827 6054 or email email@example.com
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Established since 1993, the SMi Group is a global event-production company that specializes in Business-to-Business Conferences, Workshops, Masterclasses and online Communities. We create and deliver events in the Defence, Security, Energy, Utilities, Finance and Pharmaceutical industries. We pride ourselves on having access to the world's most forward-thinking opinion leaders and visionaries, allowing us to bring our communities together to Learn, Engage, Share and Network. More information can be found at http://www.smi-online.co.uk
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ESCAPE – YTC lad escapes legal custody
On July 14, 2018, at around 9pm, Officers escorting a contingent of lads from the Youth Training Centre to a Best Village engagement at the National Academy of the Performing Arts, discovered MASON RAMJASSINGH unaccounted for.
After making several checks, they immediately contacted the West End Police Station.
Ramjassingh is 21 years old, of East Indian decent and approximately 145 pounds.
His last known address is LP54, Sea Trace, Bagatelle, Diego Martin.
He is currently awaiting trial and has been committed to the institution since 2014, on a capital charge.
Ramjassingh has been on the mentoring team for over four years and usually goes out to visit schools and other establishments as part of the team.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Ramjassingh, is asked to contact the nearest police station.
The Trinidad and Tobago Prison Service will investigate the circumstances of this incident and is working assiduously with the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service to locate him as quickly as possible.


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Central Florida Future; Future; Student newspapers; 1971-1972 (Vol. 4)
Vol. 04 No. 34, July 28, 1972
Pre-registration terminated: Decision reached at June meeting (with photos of the registration crowd and the FTU administrators and college deans); July research grants fund major projects; Environment Institute ends 10-week broadcast series; FuTUre Editorials: It's gone… but why? Regents okay new engr. degree; Education chapter expands; 'Secret treasures' fill speech clinic; FTU gets $39,600; Low polluting MAX in urban design test (with photo); Fear not, I bring tidings... (with photo of FTU's three Sentinel interns); Station to open despite $ lack; 'New' WFTU radio airs in fall; FuTUre Entertainment: 'Cabaret': Close-up of '30s.
Collection Description
Semi-weekly student newspaper of the University of Central Florida (UCF). It started in 1968 upon the opening of Florida Technological University (FTU), UCF's predecessor. Initially it was called "FuTUre" and published weekly. The words "Central Florida" were added around the time the school changed to UCF. It is available in microfilm (1968-1986, library call number LD1772.F9 A1438), online (September 2001-current, at http://www.centralfloridafuture.com) and in University Archives (1968-current).
Publication Date
Florida Technological University, Orlando, Fla.
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Number of Pages
8 pages
Mass Communication | Organizational Communication | Publishing | Social Influence and Political Communication
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University of Central Florida Libraries
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Florida Technological University, "Central Florida Future, Vol. 04 No. 34, July 28, 1972" (1972). Central Florida Future. 135.
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1) Choosing Gas and Electric Heaters
2) Building your own Recirculating Infusion Mash Systemvisiting (RIMS).
3) Brewing with Spanish Cedar- using staves to flavour the beer.
This month's cover highlights 'Pastry Beers' - ie beers with culinary adjuncts which produce a flavour of baked goods (seems logical!). Here are the methods and supporting recipes.
* Brewing with c...
*** This month highlights Malt -
* Comparison of 10 Malt Mills
* Interpreting Malt Specs
* Base Malts - their types & uses
** Return of Classic Lambic Sour Ales -
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*** This issues front cover highlights Late Hopping - see the article on the evolution of late hopping and their techniques.
** A topical article, after our unusual summer heat, is 'Beat the Heat' ...
*** Take Me to your Liter - is this BYO main feature - An American tour of Germany to discover the major German Beer Styles, plus recipes.
Other main features are :-
** Homebrew Group Activities
'Belgium Bound' -
***** - Headline feature article - Mastering classic Belgian beers, Single, Dubbel, Tripel, Quad and Saison - with Tips & Recipes.
2 Articles for Belgium beers - one for the Sais...
Cover headline is --
*** Make Award-Winning American Pale Ale - it's style and 5 award-winning recipes plus tips from the brewers
** 5 Big Barleywine Clone Recipes -
Consider the differences b...
***** Can-Do - is the cover headline! introducing the American brewery that started the (USA) Craft Can Craze, with recipes for cloning their recipes.
Other featured articles on...:
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This months headline is 'Large-Scale All-Grain Homebrew Systems. Guide to 17 different Brew Set-Ups.
☆> 6 Imperial Stout clone recipes.
☆> Brewing Big Beers in a small space.
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***This months cover proclaims
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Yezy 350 V2 Belu Edition Baby Booties
This variant is currently sold out.
Now thanks to little baby kicks your little one and you can both put on a pair of Yezy Belu Edition Sneakers. The "Blue Tint" Yezy 350 is no doubt going down as an all-time classic color scheme for its Yezy Boost 350 V2, with its perfect combination of unique color palette and versatile wearability.
Little Baby Kicks Yezy crochet version is nothing different from a twist to these iconic shoes your little one's feet will be warm in every step and in style. Make sure to check out our entire famous Crochet Yezys in black.
- 100% Hand-made item
- Color: Grey, Black, and Orange
- Materials: acrylic, cotton, baby wool felt
- Newborn (3"L ) - 8 cm
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If you haven't heard of Audacity then where have you been living as this Open Source audio manipulatipon software is the mainstay of many an audiophiles software arsenal. The Audacity Unconference 2014 is an event for all Audacity users including teachers, musicians, and researchers
It's great to see that 2014 will see the return of TEDx Liverpool for the International Festival for Business in 2014. And it's set to take place on Saturday, 19 July 2014, so plenty of time to get it into your diary.
The 2014 theme will be "Home & Away" celebrating people living and working in Liverpool today as well as our 'expatriates' doing great things further afield.
Behind the big movies are the effects wizards and LJMU Screen School Christmas Symposium will be examining 'Visual Effects in Games, TV and Film' in this free one day event on 11th December.
As we are alays on the look out for news from cools organisations around Liverpool we thought we would bring you some from Transition Liverpool so find out more about their events and projects.
@SMCliv has been running since June 2010 on a not so monthly basis but has had some fantastic events and talks from across the Social Media spectrum. Their latest event on the 2nd August at Static Gallery and will consist of a series of talks on Open Data and Open Data projects.
Open Data has enormous economic potential, from developing new markets to creating services for local government.
They are now collecting suggestions for their 6th September event but it could be you!
You like Jam right! Well, do you like Raspberry Pie sorry Raspberry Pi - if you know what Raspberry Pi is then this event coming up in August is just for you. It's all part of OggCamp - the free culture Unconference which will see 300 developers, technologists & artists gather for this unique event that celebrates all things Free and Open Source.
Arts Council are giving an introduction for their National Portfolio Organisations on Wednesday this week. Digital innovation is one of the key priorities in the Arts Council's five year plan.
The seminar is aimed at cultural organisationsand and will explain how they should plan their approach to digital working and achieving a presence in the digital media space?
The live webinar will take place at Inspace as part of their EIFF Atmosphere programme. Matt Adams of Blast Theory will introduce the core concepts behind interactive storytelling and artists Thompson & Craighead will discuss their work in the context of digital storytelling.
What is labour in the contemporary media economy and how might it be paid for? What are some of the issues that arts institutions and media workers face with regards to intellectual property?
Who Owns It? is a talk fest on open source culture and intellectual property law in partnership that takes place next Tuesday 12th June at FACT Liveprool.
Watch the Video below from Dan Lynch to find out more.


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Mount Kinka, the symbol of Gifu. I can see it from my porch, towering above the city with a castle on top. Compared to the mountain I'm used to, Kinkazan's a hill- but you know, it's one beautiful hill.
Last weekend, Matt and I hiked to the top in 45 minutes or so.


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Passionate to Sell World Class Products with World Class Service
Package: c£45k including base salary, commissions, bonuses and car allowance plus benefits Location: Home based in M4 corridor
With a strong award winning international reputation for delivering high quality products and customer service, our client is looking for an accomplished Sales Person to define, develop and execute sales plans and initiatives to grow the business in the southern region of the UK.
You must be able to clearly demonstrate your ability to work with colleagues to:
- Deliver world class application engineering solutions to meet customer requirements
- Use customer and prospect contact tools to maintain and develop existing and new customers through appropriate propositions
- Support end users, distributors and system integrators to facilitate innovative solutions in line with the unique technology, feeding back practical improvements to the Research and Development Team as appropriate
This role requires a track record of achieving sales growth in a niche market as
well as managing major account customers and large contracts in a technical environment.
If you are results orientated, keen to learn, ideally have a degree preferably in a physics
or engineering subject or an engineering based HND/HNC combined with excellent influencing and time and priority management skills and will thrive on the opportunity of making a real difference then please apply.


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Airborne LIDAR Pipeline Inspection System (ALPIS) Mapping Tests
The Airborne LIDAR Pipeline Inspection System (ALPIS) is an airborne remote sensing system for detecting leaks associated with natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines. ALPIS uses differential LIDAR, (Light Detection and Ranging), to detect the presence and concentration of hydrocarbons in the atmosphere. The system employs a digital camera and a global positioning system (GPS) to provide visual, cartographic representations of surveyed areas. Data collected with ALPIS can be incorporated into a geographic information system (GIS) to create mapping databases. Project goals are to achieve survey speeds of up to 150 miles per hour and cost equal to or less than much slower survey methods currently available. Once ALPIS is completed, pipeline operators will have at their disposal a fast, efficient, and accurate tool for detecting and mapping natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline leaks. ALPIS will also allow operators to survey their pipelines much more quickly than is possible with conventional technologies. In addition, cost per mile of pipeline surveyed is also expected to be comparable to or below that associated with currently available technologies. Future activity in the ALPIS project is aimed at moving the technology from an engineering research prototype to a commercialized leak detection and mapping system that the pipeline industry can use. Therefore, a major objective is to determine the system's reliability and accuracy in locating and mapping leaks associated with natural gas pipelines. This requires the LIDAR sensor to locate a high percentage of leaks that can be verified by ground surveys while minimizing false positive detection. To accomplish these goals, future work will involve upgrading some of the hardware and software associated with ALPIS and performing flight tests in coordination with the pipeline industry.
- Record URL:
Supplemental Notes:
- Program Information: Pipeline Safety Research, Pipeline Safety
- English
- Status: Completed
- Funding: $2245204.00
Contract Numbers:
Sponsor Organizations:
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
East Building, 2nd Floor 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC United States 20590
Performing Organizations:
LaSen and U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory,
Principal Investigators:
Johnson, Bruce
- Start Date: 20010401
- Expected Completion Date: 0
- Actual Completion Date: 20090417
- Source Data: RiP Project 35228
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Aerial surveying; Data collection; Global Positioning System; Inspection; Laser radar; Pipelines; Remote sensing
- Subject Areas: Maintenance and Preservation; Pipelines; Safety and Human Factors;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01492385
- Record Type: Research project
- Source Agency: Department of Transportation
- Contract Numbers: DTRS56-01-X-0023
- Files: RiP
- Created Date: Sep 7 2013 1:00AM


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Stamp Collecting
Rare StampsWritten by Amy Hall
Finding rare stamps is somewhat more challenging than finding other stamps, such as duck stamps, Confederate stamps, or commemorative stamps. However, they can still be found with a little perseverance on your behalf. When you finally find that rare and unique stamp after much investigating, you are likely to appreciate it that much more.
The funny thing about rare stamps is that they are considered highly valuable even though they are typically flawed in one way or another. Error stamps have deviations from the norm that occurred during production. This means that the coloring could be off, the perforations are imperfect, or the illustrations are not centered properly. It can be difficult distinguishing an error stamp from regular stamps.
Rare stamps that contain errors are typically pulled from further sale, which makes them highly collectible. When the supply goes down, the demand tends to go up, and therefore so does the price. Some rare stamps can fetch thousands of dollars, which is a dream for a collector who unknowingly paid much less and discovers he is in possession of a gem.
Rare Stamps Can Fetch Thousands of Dollars
To learn more about rare stamps, you can check out numerous publications that are dedicated to stamp collecting. Other places to look for these stamps are online, at flea markets, and possibly in your own home. Some families hold onto letters for years and years, and these letters could potentially be attached to some rare stamps worth a great deal of money.


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Simulator Status Magic
Modify the iOS Simulator so that it has a perfect status bar, then run your app and take perfect screenshots every time. The modifications made are designed to match the images you see on the Apple site and are as follows:
- 9:41 AM is displayed for the time.
- The battery is full and shows 100%.
- On iPhone: The carrier text is removed, 5 bars of cellular signal and full WiFi bars are displayed.
- On iPad: The carrier text is set to "iPad" and full WiFi bars are displayed.
How do I use it?
- Clone this repository.
- Open SimulatorStatusMagic.xcodeproj with Xcode 6 (or above).
- Run the app target
SimulatorStatusMagicon whichever simulator type you would like to modify, it works with every device.
- Once the app launches, press the only button on the screen :)
- That's it, you're done! Now just run your app and take screenshots.
How do I remove the customisations?
Run the app again and click "Restore Default Status Bar". Resetting the iOS Simulator using the normal menu option also works.
I have a script to take my screenshots, can I automate this?
Yes! SimulatorStatusMagic is also available through CocoaPods. To install, simply add the following line to your Podfile:
pod 'SimulatorStatusMagic', :configurations => ['Debug']
We recommend only including
SDStatusBarManager in your debug configuration so that this code is never included in release builds.
When you want to apply a perfect status bar, call
[[SDStatusBarManager sharedInstance] enableOverrides]. To restore the standard status bar, call
[[SDStatusBarManager sharedInstance] disableOverrides].
If you are not using CocoaPods, SimulatorStatusMagic can also be included as a dynamic framework by following steps:
- Run the target
SimulatorStatusMagicUniversalFrameworkwhich generates a universal framework for both device and simulator.
- Drag and drop the generated framework into your project.
- Import the framework using
@import SimulatorStatusMagiciOS;in any file you may want to use it in.
Does this work on device?
No. The status bar server is blocked on devices. However, this post contains more information on taking perfect screenshots on real devices.
How does this work?
Until we have a little time to document this better, the source code contains everything you need to know :)
We'd love contributions and even have some suggestions for things that might need working on:
- Found a bug? If you report it with a pull request attached then you get a gold star :)
Non-English language support. We'd love it to work with more languages.Now works with every language!
However, the scope of this project is intentionally limited. We're not planning to add options to this to allow ultimate customisation of the status bar. It's intended to do just one job really well, change the status bar to match Apple's marketing materials. Things like custom time text or custom carrier text are probably out of scope.
Latest podspec
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In Merida, Yucatan, the company has developed an iconic lifestyle mall within a mixed-use complex that will also include a corporate, residential and hotel component.
The retail project is built on approximately 50,000 m2 of land located at the intersection of Paseo Montejo and Periferico, the main roads of this city in southeast Mexico.
The complex, located within the most important commercial corridor of the city and the most prosperous market of Merida, provide an easy and comfortable access to the entire population of the city and state.
This lifestyle mall has a modern design combined with local influences, offering the best shops and international brands in fashion, home, entertainment, and restaurants as well as a harmonious lake.
The important frontage of the project on the main avenue of the city, along with its modern design, parks and lakes, the high socioeconomic market surrounding it, allow it to establish itself as one of the most important venues in the entire southeast region of Mexico.


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Penrith will again attract the national and international spotlight with an exciting line-up of world-class events being held here this month.
Locals and visitors will be especially spoilt for choice this weekend, with an impressive variety of sporting events on the calendar.
Across the weekend, around 800 competitors from future stars to elite riders will bring the marvel and thrill of BMX racing to Penrith in the 2018 BMX Australia National Series.
Hosted by Penrith BMX Club, the first event of this year's National Series will be held in St Marys near the Kingsway this Saturday and Sunday.
Spectators are welcome to come along and witness all the action from 9am.
Meanwhile, more than 100 of the best paddlers in the world, including Olympic medallist and slalom world champion Jessica Fox, will compete at the Canoe Slalom Australian Open at Penrith Whitewater Stadium.
The event, which includes free entry, is three days of high intensity racing where the world's best battle it out to receive crucial ranking points.
Also on the water, Olympians, Australian team members and the top rowers in the country will converge on Penrith for the NSW State Rowing Championships at the Sydney International Regatta Centre.
The NSW State Rowing Championships begins on Friday, February 16 and runs until Sunday afternoon.
Footy fans are also in for a real treat on Saturday night with Penrith taking on the Roosters at Panthers Stadium.
Penrith Mayor John Thain said being recognised as a location of choice for events is great news for our community and the local economy.
"Major events provide a significant boost for our local economy and continue to lift the profile of Penrith as an attractive place to invest and visit," he said.
"Penrith's run of world-class events in the second half of 2017 – including the Matildas vs Brazil match, the Defqon.1 music festival, the Penrith Tennis International and the NSW Golf Open – boosted the local economy by nearly $10 million, benefiting local businesses including motels, restaurants and tourist attractions.
"This is another example of the opportunities that a growing city can deliver for its community."
For more information on Penrith's upcoming weekend of events, go to visitpenrith.com.au.
Nathan Taylor is the Weekender's Deputy Editor and Senior Sports Writer. He also compiles the weekly Chatter on the Box TV column. Nathan is an award-winning journalist, who has worked at the Weekender for nearly a decade.


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Former City Council Candidate Says Ice Cream Social Engineering Must Be Stopped
I visited a local ice cream parlor the other day, and I was shocked - SHOCKED! - at the ridiculous selection of ice cream flavors that were all crowded in there together, cheek to jowl, in a big, boxy glass case. I was so disgusted I stormed out and swore then and there never to go back.
Back when I was a little girl, the only flavor of ice cream you could get was honest, hard working vanilla. We all paid our nickel and ate our one scoop of vanilla ice cream on a sugar cone and we LIKED it. NOBODY likes all these other newfangled so-called flavors. What the heck is a praline, anyway, and why would any right-thinking Alamedan want it in her ice cream? Sounds French to me - save that stuff for Paris, that's NOT Alameda.
I know what's REALLY going on here. These flavors are being crammed down our throats by Big Ice Cream, who don't care one whit about Alameda's traditions and history. They are only interested in one thing, PROFIT, and more flavors packed tighter into the display case means more greenbacks in their icy hands. Don't they realize that these attempts at Ice Cream Social Engineering are doomed to fail? The only people who buy that stuff obviously come from out of town and are almost certainly the very same jerks who are constantly parking in front of my house.
It's time for right-thinking Alamedans to TAKE BACK THE ICE CREAM CASE! Don't patronize any establishment that sells all those quote-unquote flavors that nobody wants. Let's run Big Ice Cream out of town on a rail, and let's do it this summer, before it's too late!
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Here at Christy, we love the sense of occasion, especially weddings during this time of year. We've partnered with Smeg, Cumbria Crystal and Bunches to offer a bundle of amazing wedding gift prizes for you whether you are walking down the aisle this year, have been married for decades or are still searching for your soul mate. The prize includes Smeg's Espresso Coffee Machine to add a touch of style to your morning coffee of choice, a pair of stunning hand-made Cumbria Crystal champagne flutes (as featured in Downton Abbey!) and the gorgeous Vintage Garden bouquet from Bunches. Of course, no home is complete without a fresh set of luxury bed linen. You will also have the chance to win a full set of Christy bed linen including duvet cover, pillowcases and sheets plus a pair of personalised luxury bath robes.
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Policy and Compliance
Industry Standard
Does your organization have an IT security policy? does your organization handle data as set by international data security standards? if no then Red Lion can help you customize a policy that fits your organizations needs and assist your organization to get to that industry standard.
Red Lion can design and implement custom policies for organization, policies are important because they lay down the rules and guide decision making. Some of the policies are:
- Information Security Policy
- Social Engineering Policy
- Data Back Up Policy
- Internet Use Policy
- BYOD use Policy
ISO 2700x
Red Lion can assist in process of getting ISO2700x certified.


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Relationship building is a skill that many businesses today list on a job description or prioritize in their employees. But what does it mean? We build relationships when we are open with others and learn more about them. Healthy relationships make us feel heard and valued, like we belong. Strong relationships take intention and mindfulness to build and develop over time. Connections can't just happen overnight, but they will happen regardless. Without mindful attention to the well-being of a relationship, it can grow into something that isn't as fulfilling as it should be.
In 2018, a survey of conducted by Cigna found 46% of people feel lonely sometimes or always. The solution to those feelings is to develop relationships that make you feel connected to and valued by others. Here's some insight about relationship building at work, with friends, and with family to help with building or improving relationships.
Relationship Building at Work
Relationship building happens when the mutual understanding between or among individuals is increased. This could happen between two people in a workplace, or for an entire team. On the job, this mutual understanding doesn't just make the day better, it is also vital for success.
Harvard Business School Professor and performance consultant Theresa Amabile analyzed over 12,000 daily diary entries made by 239 professionals. A sense of "camaraderie…bonding and mutual trust" was found to accelerate productivity. When we feel trust and respect for those around us, everyone works a little bit harder.
Having friends at work might also keep your team together longer. Research firm Future Workplace surveyed over 2000 people across 10 countries. Almost two-thirds said they would be inclined to stay at their company longer if they had more friends.
Relationships at work need to be based in trust and mutual respect. To help develop the team's confidence in one another's abilities, create opportunities for team projects. Sharing feedback about one another's successes or learning moments can also build workplace camaraderie.
Relationship Building with Friends
The main thing you need to mutually understand with friends is how to have fun and support each other. The success of friendships also relies on trust and mutual respect. As your friends show they have your back, you must return the friendship and make good on your word.
According to Psychology Today, reciprocity and mutual respect are two of the five themes of a successful friendship. Another is remembering that you must enjoy each other's company—in fact, that's the first one. If you don't have fun with a friend, they aren't really a friend.
Lastly, Psychology Today says remember that a commitment to a friendship is voluntary. It's also okay to be less involved with a friend over time, as long as you still stay in touch. Everyone's life has its hectic periods.
But you can't let life's pace totally obliterate your connections. When it comes to building friendships, it's important to be available for friends. This is especially true when they need help or support. In addition, celebrate their important moments in a special way. Make sure to listen and ask questions when you see them—according to Trent Hamm, if you're doing more than 60% of the talking, you might be doing it wrong.
PS: Friendship doesn't depend on age whatsoever. 68% of people told research firm Barna they have a close friend who is either 15 years older or younger. 27% of people have both older and younger friends.
Relationship Building with Family
What elements of your family environment are you grateful for? These values are the foundation of your family relationships and can be drawn on to make relationships deeper.
Getting closer to family members is an intentional process. When everyone lives together it's easy to rely on being down the hall to keep you in close contact. To keep a family feeling close, try out ideas like choosing a family motto, making time to volunteer together, or an annual family awards ceremony. These are just some ways you can bond as a family while not living under the same roof.
We've discovered that relationship building is essentially the process of living life and interacting with people. Strong personal relationships like friendships, romances, and family bonds have been shown to be good for your health, says the Mayo Clinic and others. Our connections define our world. Our relationships have the potential to make us less depressed and more excited to jump out of bed in the morning.
When it comes to your priority list, make sure all three of these groups stay on your radar. The tasks of work and the daily grind will come and go with time, but our relationships are what sustain us. Like our Alpha Kappa Psi brotherhood, a co-ed professional fraternity!


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Eczema is a common childhood skin problem that affects up to 20% of children worldwide. This chronic condition, which is characterized by red, itchy patches of skin, usually develops during childhood (often before a child's first birthday). Although eczema can't be cured, it can be managed. At Discover Health in San Francisco, pediatricians Dr. Oded Herbsman and Dr. Jon-Michael Castelli provide comprehensive care for children with eczema. To learn more, call or book an appointment online at their North Beach area location today.
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that usually first appears in early childhood. Babies who develop eczema before their first birthday often get dry, red, scaly patches on their skin. Eczema patches commonly appear on a baby's cheeks, forehead, and scalp.
Children who develop eczema after the age of two are more likely to experience it in the form of a rash in the creases of their elbows or knees, or on the skin of their neck, wrists, or ankles.
No matter where it appears, eczema can be very itchy. This itchiness may even be intense enough to disrupt sleep, and it may also cause your child to scratch their skin until it breaks, leaving it prone to infection.
Eczema is a chronic condition that can be successfully managed, but it cannot be cured.
Approximately half of children with eczema will continue to have it as an adult, but the problem typically becomes milder with age. For some infants with eczema, the condition completely disappears by their second birthday.
Because eczema can be long-lasting, it's important to learn how to take care of your child's skin. Proper treatment and an eczema-friendly skin care routine can alleviate much of your child's discomfort.
When you bring your child to Dr. Herbsman or Dr. Castelli, they'll provide a treatment plan designed to help:
Eczema management includes a controlled skin regimen that involves bathing and moisturizing your child's skin. Your pediatrician can tell you how often you should bathe your child and apply moisturizer both when the condition is under control and during flare-ups.
Effective eczema management also includes avoiding any of your child's known eczema triggers. Although you may not always know what causes your child to have a flare-up, some of the most common eczema triggers include:


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Adele is the
next biggest thing happening to the James Bond movies. Latest news is that producers are keen to sign her up for a second song for the next cinematic offering.
After scoring a hat trick this awards season with Skyfall – nabbing an Oscar, BRIT and Golden Globe – The Sun reports that Eon Productions want Adele to record another track for the spy series.
An insider told The Sun: 'Producers are thrilled by how well the song has been received and hope Adele's presence on the next film will replicate that success.
It's hoped Adele will follow in the formidable footsteps of Dame Shirley Bassey, who recorded three Bond theme tunes, including Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever and Moonraker.
The next Bond film will be the 24th installment and studio bosses have put Adele at the top of their list of names to produce the theme song.
Adele is certainly an in demand lady, last week it emerged she sparked a TV bidding war after a fly away comment at the Oscars, where she said: 'Maybe I'll do an HBO special like Beyonce did.'
News then emerged that American TV heavyweights began working on ideas for a show focusing on the British star and are considering lucrative deals.
There really is no stopping Adele!


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This gorgeous color-blocked hand knit sweater is the pom! (sorry, couldn't resist!) Seriously, can't you imagine how adorable your pup would look in this hoodie? The beautiful part is the soft wool is indigenous to the Andes Mountains where these beauties are created by Casa Luna, and the yarn is completely cruelty free. We've added a harness hole for convenience.
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