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Theresa Schretzmann-Myers first applied for a $59,000 matching grant to renovate the old homestead that stood watch over the grounds of Gotha’s Nehrling Gardens in 2017. The original application package for a restoration project included beautiful photos of the gardens.
But then Hurricane Irma struck Central Florida, leaving behind a path of destruction — and forcing the postponement of the grant award in Tallahassee.
The Henry Nehrling Society Inc. is an all-volunteer not-for-profit corporation established in 1999 by a group of concerned citizens who wanted to preserve the home and horticultural legacy of Dr. Nehrling, a famed horticulturist and ornithologist. This was one of Florida’s earliest experimental botanical gardens, and Nehrling tested more than 3,000 new and rare plants for the Bureau of Plant Industry, now known as the USDA.
The house and gardens were purchased in 2009, and restoration efforts have been ongoing with the help of volunteer gardeners, arborists and scouts. The property has been the site of more than 40 Eagle Scout projects and at least 15 Girl Scout Gold, Silver and Bronze projects — all of which are either horticulture restoration, architectural restoration or archaeological.
The Palm Cottage Gardens, at 2267 Hempel Ave., Gotha, is on the National Register of Historic Places. For information on volunteering or taking a tour, call (407) 445-9977.
“After the hurricane hit, they told everybody, ‘We need you to dig out from the hurricane and come back,’” Schretzmann-Myers said.
For Nehrling Gardens, that meant spending an extra $18,000 to clean up. The five-story bunya tree lost two-fifths of its height, the top crashing down on a historic palm. A massive tree in the neighboring yard blocked the Nehrling Gardens driveway and punctured the roof of the garage classroom wing. The cost to remove this tree was $4,000.
Schretzmann-Myers said a tornado touched down near Lake Nally to the east, uprooted a giant magnolia and sent an oak tree into the greenhouse before striking the bunya tree. Some of these trees were 60 inches in diameter.
“It took us six months to a year to recover from Hurricane Irma,” she said.
Earlier this year, Schretzmann-Myers and a construction representative from Austin Historical, in Orlando, returned to Tallahassee to appear in front of the Florida Historical Commission. They had six minutes to plead their case in hopes of winning the large grant.
Nehrling Gardens applied for the special-categories grant to remove all the rotted wood off the house and kitchen and replace the rotted wood siding and any rotted timbers with new pressure-treated pine. The rest of all the original wood will be kept, Schretzmann-Myers said, but the lead paint will be carefully removed using an environmentally friendly liquid that congeals into one layer and can be peeled away.
She said the commission chair was excited to hear about the Nehrling project. After all the applications had been presented, Nehrling was ranked No. 4 out of 61.
Theresa Schretzmann-Myers said a special technique must be used to remove the lead-based paint from the original wood. Four products were tested.
“We knew that we would definitely get that matching funding,” Schretzmann-Myers said.
Nehrling Gardens raised the matching dollars through plant sales, the annual wine walk and amaryllis festival and other community outreach efforts.
Schretzmann-Myers explained the detailed restoration project.
As part of the grant, Schretzmann-Myers must document all the work in photos.
Work began Jan. 29. The Frame Vernacular architecture was a popular design for homes built in West Orange County in the 1880s.
As work continues on the home restoration, the gardens continue to serve as a tool for getting students outside and teaching them science. And so many of Nehrling’s trees still stand.
And while the process is tedious, Schretzmann-Myers is grateful for the chance to learn more about the gardens and the property’s history.
“You get to see every historical document ever filed for this site, starting with when it first applied for National Register status,” she said.
The organization has two years to complete the project.
John Morris and Mike Singler replace the siding on Nehrling’s Palm Cottage.
Theon Henry cuts the siding before its applied to the back porch of Henrling’s Palm Cottage.
All of the rotted siding is being replaced on Nehrling’s Palm Cottage. John Morris works on the upper level.

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theresa schretzmann-myers first applied for a $59,000 matching grant to renovate the old homestead that stood watch over the grounds of gotha’s nehrling gardens in 2017. the original application package for a restoration project included beautiful photos of the gardens.
but then hurricane irma struck central florida, leaving behind a path of destruction — and forcing the postponement of the grant award in tallahassee.
the henry nehrling society inc. is an all-volunteer not-for-profit corporation established in 1999 by a group of concerned citizens who wanted to preserve the home and horticultural legacy of dr. nehrling, a famed horticulturist and ornithologist. this was one of florida’s earliest experimental botanical gardens, and nehrling tested more than 3,000 new and rare plants for the bureau of plant industry, now known as the usda.
the house and gardens were purchased in 2009, and restoration efforts have been ongoing with the help of volunteer gardeners, arborists and scouts. the property has been the site of more than 40 eagle scout projects and at least 15 girl scout gold, silver and bronze projects — all of which are either horticulture restoration, architectural restoration or archaeological.
the palm cottage gardens, at 2267 hempel ave., gotha, is on the national register of historic places. for information on volunteering or taking a tour, call (407) 445-9977.
“after the hurricane hit, they told everybody, ‘we need you to dig out from the hurricane and come back,’” schretzmann-myers said.
for nehrling gardens, that meant spending an extra $18,000 to clean up. the five-story bunya tree lost two-fifths of its height, the top crashing down on a historic palm. a massive tree in the neighboring yard blocked the nehrling gardens driveway and punctured the roof of the garage classroom wing. the cost to remove this tree was $4,000.
schretzmann-myers said a tornado touched down near lake nally to the east, uprooted a giant magnolia and sent an oak tree into the greenhouse before striking the bunya tree. some of these trees were 60 inches in diameter.
“it took us six months to a year to recover from hurricane irma,” she said.
earlier this year, schretzmann-myers and a construction representative from austin historical, in orlando, returned to tallahassee to appear in front of the florida historical commission. they had six minutes to plead their case in hopes of winning the large grant.
nehrling gardens applied for the special-categories grant to remove all the rotted wood off the house and kitchen and replace the rotted wood siding and any rotted timbers with new pressure-treated pine. the rest of all the original wood will be kept, schretzmann-myers said, but the lead paint will be carefully removed using an environmentally friendly liquid that congeals into one layer and can be peeled away.
she said the commission chair was excited to hear about the nehrling project. after all the applications had been presented, nehrling was ranked no. 4 out of 61.
theresa schretzmann-myers said a special technique must be used to remove the lead-based paint from the original wood. four products were tested.
“we knew that we would definitely get that matching funding,” schretzmann-myers said.
nehrling gardens raised the matching dollars through plant sales, the annual wine walk and amaryllis festival and other community outreach efforts.
schretzmann-myers explained the detailed restoration project.
as part of the grant, schretzmann-myers must document all the work in photos.
work began jan. 29. the frame vernacular architecture was a popular design for homes built in west orange county in the 1880s.
as work continues on the home restoration, the gardens continue to serve as a tool for getting students outside and teaching them science. and so many of nehrling’s trees still stand.
and while the process is tedious, schretzmann-myers is grateful for the chance to learn more about the gardens and the property’s history.
“you get to see every historical document ever filed for this site, starting with when it first applied for national register status,” she said.
the organization has two years to complete the project.
john morris and mike singler replace the siding on nehrling’s palm cottage.
theon henry cuts the siding before its applied to the back porch of henrling’s palm cottage.
all of the rotted siding is being replaced on nehrling’s palm cottage. john morris works on the upper level.


text: Female and Male Cockatoo for Sale. Very large birds, eating fruits and veggies and seeds. Male is Tamed, but not the female, could start to breed soon need to go ASAP.

lowercased: female and male cockatoo for sale. very large birds, eating fruits and veggies and seeds. male is tamed, but not the female, could start to breed soon need to go asap.


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Leadership is elusive. How can you gauge when you have mastered it (if there is such a thing)? How do you know if you are failing miserably? What is the most important factor in leadership? If someone knows the most important thing you need to know as a leader, then let the world know.
It might sound crazy to you, but I think God downloaded a one-liner that will revolutionize my future. It will stop me thinking about things out of my control. It will keep me focused. So, I'm about to give you the most important tip on leadership anyone could ever give you. Possibly.
We are bombarded with information in this age of technology and resource rich environment. In fact we have so much information and resources on our fingertips we at times are overwhelmed. Let's knuckle it down. What is the most important truth for a leader?
John C. Maxwell drilled down leadership to 21 Irrefutable Laws. Posner and Kouzes in The Truth About Leadership nailed down ten truths that encapsulate good leadership. Others like Pastor Bill Hybels have knuckled leadership down to four fundamentals, like vision and character. Authors like Jim Collins offer us insights into developing level 5 kinds of leadership. Stephen Covey leaved a legacy of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and added an overarching 8th Habit later on.
I am about to give you the one most important leadership tip you will ever read. That may be a big call, and I am happy to hear something different on the matter! It will focus your leadership development, it will help you understand conflict, and it will help you realise the hurdles and the reason for the occasional stumble. It will help you focus on what you can change, and not what you can't.
So, what is my most important truth about leadership?
The number one leadership idea came to me while being a Leader on a Youth Camp. I was laying on the dormitory bed, reflecting on the day that had just been. I was reflecting on the challenges I was facing. I was thinking about the future, the possibilities, the change that could happen, the difference that could be made... I prayed. I asked God to equip me to be a better leader.
Then something popped in my mind, that had me sitting up straight immediately. I call it a 'Word from the Lord', and some of you might just call it an idea that sprung into my head. It nonetheless lifted me from any sort of slumber and made me take notice.
"The greatest challenge you will ever face in leadership, is you."
I thought about this. Surely not?! What about Mrs. Jones, and that annoying manager, and that controlling so-and-so. What about the autocratic leader, or the unteachable team member, or the child who won't listen to the parent... No. The greatest challenge in your life, and your journey as a leader is and will always be, you.
I thought about my relationship with others. I considered all the times of conflict resolution and still thought to myself, 'Surely the greatest challenge is that other person.' Then I reflected a little further.
If someone frustrates me, I am challenged to consider my response. If someone bad mouths me, I am challenged by how I handle the situation. If a project is not completed on time, I should not be blaming the part-time receptionist. If an employee has a character flaw, the greatest challenge personally is my capacity to graciously help the employee see what may need to change. If the team does not reach its goals, you generally fire the coach.
See, the greatest challenge, and the most important truth about leader development, is the need to grow yourself.
As a Christian, the challenge for me, is to be more Christlike, to grow in holiness and to let my life encapsulate Servant Leadership or Spiritual Leadership and be gracious, compassionate, and assertive in leadership that draws people together to change the world for God!
For you, in whatever field of work, and whatever your passions are, and whatever dreams keep you up at night, remember, the greatest challenge in leadership will always be... you.
Also have a look at the TOP 100 Leadership Tips here.
Awesome, Pete. You nailed it.
Excellent, I often wondered what would be the toughest challenge, you gave me the answer. i'm my toughest opponet. bless you and thanks for the insight.
This article is awe inspiring, and has made me really think about the processes and ways of achieving goals. But as you say it, everything comes down to you as a leader in order for things to get down, it has really made me realize my personal flaws and in order to work better and lead better, I need to grasp an understanding of myself a little more deeply. I can't express how important this article has hit me. So I say thank you very much.
Talk to you soon awesome nephew!

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leadership is elusive. how can you gauge when you have mastered it (if there is such a thing)? how do you know if you are failing miserably? what is the most important factor in leadership? if someone knows the most important thing you need to know as a leader, then let the world know.
it might sound crazy to you, but i think god downloaded a one-liner that will revolutionize my future. it will stop me thinking about things out of my control. it will keep me focused. so, i'm about to give you the most important tip on leadership anyone could ever give you. possibly.
we are bombarded with information in this age of technology and resource rich environment. in fact we have so much information and resources on our fingertips we at times are overwhelmed. let's knuckle it down. what is the most important truth for a leader?
john c. maxwell drilled down leadership to 21 irrefutable laws. posner and kouzes in the truth about leadership nailed down ten truths that encapsulate good leadership. others like pastor bill hybels have knuckled leadership down to four fundamentals, like vision and character. authors like jim collins offer us insights into developing level 5 kinds of leadership. stephen covey leaved a legacy of 7 habits of highly effective people and added an overarching 8th habit later on.
i am about to give you the one most important leadership tip you will ever read. that may be a big call, and i am happy to hear something different on the matter! it will focus your leadership development, it will help you understand conflict, and it will help you realise the hurdles and the reason for the occasional stumble. it will help you focus on what you can change, and not what you can't.
so, what is my most important truth about leadership?
the number one leadership idea came to me while being a leader on a youth camp. i was laying on the dormitory bed, reflecting on the day that had just been. i was reflecting on the challenges i was facing. i was thinking about the future, the possibilities, the change that could happen, the difference that could be made... i prayed. i asked god to equip me to be a better leader.
then something popped in my mind, that had me sitting up straight immediately. i call it a 'word from the lord', and some of you might just call it an idea that sprung into my head. it nonetheless lifted me from any sort of slumber and made me take notice.
"the greatest challenge you will ever face in leadership, is you."
i thought about this. surely not?! what about mrs. jones, and that annoying manager, and that controlling so-and-so. what about the autocratic leader, or the unteachable team member, or the child who won't listen to the parent... no. the greatest challenge in your life, and your journey as a leader is and will always be, you.
i thought about my relationship with others. i considered all the times of conflict resolution and still thought to myself, 'surely the greatest challenge is that other person.' then i reflected a little further.
if someone frustrates me, i am challenged to consider my response. if someone bad mouths me, i am challenged by how i handle the situation. if a project is not completed on time, i should not be blaming the part-time receptionist. if an employee has a character flaw, the greatest challenge personally is my capacity to graciously help the employee see what may need to change. if the team does not reach its goals, you generally fire the coach.
see, the greatest challenge, and the most important truth about leader development, is the need to grow yourself.
as a christian, the challenge for me, is to be more christlike, to grow in holiness and to let my life encapsulate servant leadership or spiritual leadership and be gracious, compassionate, and assertive in leadership that draws people together to change the world for god!
for you, in whatever field of work, and whatever your passions are, and whatever dreams keep you up at night, remember, the greatest challenge in leadership will always be... you.
also have a look at the top 100 leadership tips here.
awesome, pete. you nailed it.
excellent, i often wondered what would be the toughest challenge, you gave me the answer. i'm my toughest opponet. bless you and thanks for the insight.
this article is awe inspiring, and has made me really think about the processes and ways of achieving goals. but as you say it, everything comes down to you as a leader in order for things to get down, it has really made me realize my personal flaws and in order to work better and lead better, i need to grasp an understanding of myself a little more deeply. i can't express how important this article has hit me. so i say thank you very much.
talk to you soon awesome nephew!


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From left, Coun Peter Jackson, Michael Gove MP and Coun Nick Oliver, cabinet member for corporate services at Northumberland County Council.
A scheme designed to promote food and drink from Northumberland has been backed by a senior cabinet minister at Westminster.
And Environment secretary Michael Gove MP believes the county council’s Produced in Northumberland project has the potential to fly the flag for the county around the world.
The initiative awards a trademark to producers whose goods are made in the county and also encourages ethical and sustainable production.
Mr Gove was presented with a range of Northumberland goods – including Hepple Gin, Marlish Tonic Water, cheeses, meats and other items – by the Conservative leader of the Northumberland local authority, Peter Jackson, ahead of an exhibition hosted by the council in the House of Commons in May.
“It is vital in this period of change for British agriculture that farmers and producers know they have the support of both Government and local councils behind them,” Mr Gove said.
“That is why initiatives like Produced in Northumberland from Northumberland County Council are so important.
Coun Jackson said the Produced in Northumberland scheme has already proved popular in the county and he was pleased with the Secretary of State’s backing.

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from left, coun peter jackson, michael gove mp and coun nick oliver, cabinet member for corporate services at northumberland county council.
a scheme designed to promote food and drink from northumberland has been backed by a senior cabinet minister at westminster.
and environment secretary michael gove mp believes the county council’s produced in northumberland project has the potential to fly the flag for the county around the world.
the initiative awards a trademark to producers whose goods are made in the county and also encourages ethical and sustainable production.
mr gove was presented with a range of northumberland goods – including hepple gin, marlish tonic water, cheeses, meats and other items – by the conservative leader of the northumberland local authority, peter jackson, ahead of an exhibition hosted by the council in the house of commons in may.
“it is vital in this period of change for british agriculture that farmers and producers know they have the support of both government and local councils behind them,” mr gove said.
“that is why initiatives like produced in northumberland from northumberland county council are so important.
coun jackson said the produced in northumberland scheme has already proved popular in the county and he was pleased with the secretary of state’s backing.


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Killer private modern soul / disco funk LP from San Diego released in 1980 on Aidqueen Records.
No fillers on this one! It contains dancefloor winner “Disco Thing”, the crazed ode to debauchery “Get Down Party “, mellow soul ballad “Oooh, Your Love”, the wicked instrumental with magic flute “Seaquence” and the brilliant jazz-funk flavored modern soul tracks “Loving” and “Life”.
The rest of the record is made up of high-level soulful funk movers.
Amazing LP from the beginning to end, no wonder it became hard to find and so highly sought after.
Finally available again, fully licensed and remastered, with original artwork.

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killer private modern soul / disco funk lp from san diego released in 1980 on aidqueen records.
no fillers on this one! it contains dancefloor winner “disco thing”, the crazed ode to debauchery “get down party “, mellow soul ballad “oooh, your love”, the wicked instrumental with magic flute “seaquence” and the brilliant jazz-funk flavored modern soul tracks “loving” and “life”.
the rest of the record is made up of high-level soulful funk movers.
amazing lp from the beginning to end, no wonder it became hard to find and so highly sought after.
finally available again, fully licensed and remastered, with original artwork.


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I started this semester with what I would consider to be a very interesting class, but I couldn’t seem to make the connection between the goals of the course and the theme of this class. It was three agonizing hours of “back of the envelope calculations”, which are rough calculations using common knowledge that can be done on the back of an envelope. I mean, sure, it’s interesting, but I don’t see how the rough calculation of how many dentists are in the Greater Montreal Area is relevant to Earth system modelling.
There were some questions in our assignment that were quite striking. They addressed real-life environmental topics. The first was “how many pairs of shoes can be made with one cow?” My first instinct was to write “None. Make your shoes with something else” because I’m a strong believer in animal rights and veganism. But my classmates and I went ahead and somehow came up with answers ranging from 6 to 40 pairs. Regardless of what the real number is, just think about this: picture a cow and a class of 40 people. If they all had one pair of leather shoes, that’s (potentially more than) one cow. This means that to give everyone in Canada one pair of leather shoes, we would need at least 900 000 cows. I’m not trying to push my views on anyone, but just keep that image in your mind, and take into consideration that these shoes don’t last very long.
The next question would have been incredibly interesting if I was allowed to do some research first, but we were only allowed to use our brains. It asked what area of watershed is required to meet the water needs of Montrealers. From what I know, the area of the island seems to be large enough. This assumes a yearly consumption of 300L of water and 40 cm of runoff, which in my opinion is on the low-end of consumption and the high-end of precipitation. Don’t be fooled by these numbers, because most of this water is not even usable because a lot of it is snow, or doesn’t fall in useful places. We are fortunate enough in Montreal that we have other water sources, but this does not mean that we should be careless with our water consumption. Here is a link to a list of over 100 ways that you can reduce your household’s water consumption. I cannot stress enough the extreme importance of depleting freshwater sources on Earth today. We should almost treat water as if it were gold or platinum; not expensive, but very precious.
This last question left me in a state of panic for a moment. It asked how long it would take for the livable surface of Earth to be covered in two metres thick of garbage. Just the thought of that actually happening was terrifying enough, but then I had to go ahead and attempt to estimate it. I started by looking at my own garbage production, imagining my daily waste sprawled out on the floor, and worked from there. I used a vague estimate of how many Canadas could fit into all the land on Earth since that’s the only country I roughly knew the area of. It came out to be 56 000 years. Although that may sound like a lot of time, that’s also an insane amount of garbage, meaning that that’s actually a very short amount of time. The rate at which we, in the developed world, produce waste is incredibly quick, hence why the term “overconsumption” is often used to describe our way of life.
I’m just about ready to go on a full-blown rant about overconsumption and deprivation on Earth, but I think I’ll save that for another post.
These back of the envelope calculations are simply fascinating, but after doing them, I really wish I could know the real answer! They really got me thinking about my own water consumption and waste production. Although I might think that it’s really not all that much, I now know that I should really consider the population as a whole having the same or similar impact. Just a small reduction from each person can have exponential results. I don’t live alone here on Earth, and neither do any of you. I’ll leave you with that, and all the above striking numbers up there in hopes that it will also get you thinking and consider your own consumption.
How is honey made?… on Flower or insect?

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i started this semester with what i would consider to be a very interesting class, but i couldn’t seem to make the connection between the goals of the course and the theme of this class. it was three agonizing hours of “back of the envelope calculations”, which are rough calculations using common knowledge that can be done on the back of an envelope. i mean, sure, it’s interesting, but i don’t see how the rough calculation of how many dentists are in the greater montreal area is relevant to earth system modelling.
there were some questions in our assignment that were quite striking. they addressed real-life environmental topics. the first was “how many pairs of shoes can be made with one cow?” my first instinct was to write “none. make your shoes with something else” because i’m a strong believer in animal rights and veganism. but my classmates and i went ahead and somehow came up with answers ranging from 6 to 40 pairs. regardless of what the real number is, just think about this: picture a cow and a class of 40 people. if they all had one pair of leather shoes, that’s (potentially more than) one cow. this means that to give everyone in canada one pair of leather shoes, we would need at least 900 000 cows. i’m not trying to push my views on anyone, but just keep that image in your mind, and take into consideration that these shoes don’t last very long.
the next question would have been incredibly interesting if i was allowed to do some research first, but we were only allowed to use our brains. it asked what area of watershed is required to meet the water needs of montrealers. from what i know, the area of the island seems to be large enough. this assumes a yearly consumption of 300l of water and 40 cm of runoff, which in my opinion is on the low-end of consumption and the high-end of precipitation. don’t be fooled by these numbers, because most of this water is not even usable because a lot of it is snow, or doesn’t fall in useful places. we are fortunate enough in montreal that we have other water sources, but this does not mean that we should be careless with our water consumption. here is a link to a list of over 100 ways that you can reduce your household’s water consumption. i cannot stress enough the extreme importance of depleting freshwater sources on earth today. we should almost treat water as if it were gold or platinum; not expensive, but very precious.
this last question left me in a state of panic for a moment. it asked how long it would take for the livable surface of earth to be covered in two metres thick of garbage. just the thought of that actually happening was terrifying enough, but then i had to go ahead and attempt to estimate it. i started by looking at my own garbage production, imagining my daily waste sprawled out on the floor, and worked from there. i used a vague estimate of how many canadas could fit into all the land on earth since that’s the only country i roughly knew the area of. it came out to be 56 000 years. although that may sound like a lot of time, that’s also an insane amount of garbage, meaning that that’s actually a very short amount of time. the rate at which we, in the developed world, produce waste is incredibly quick, hence why the term “overconsumption” is often used to describe our way of life.
i’m just about ready to go on a full-blown rant about overconsumption and deprivation on earth, but i think i’ll save that for another post.
these back of the envelope calculations are simply fascinating, but after doing them, i really wish i could know the real answer! they really got me thinking about my own water consumption and waste production. although i might think that it’s really not all that much, i now know that i should really consider the population as a whole having the same or similar impact. just a small reduction from each person can have exponential results. i don’t live alone here on earth, and neither do any of you. i’ll leave you with that, and all the above striking numbers up there in hopes that it will also get you thinking and consider your own consumption.
how is honey made?… on flower or insect?


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In 2013, Alejandro de la Fuente organized the exhibition Drapetomanía: Exposición Homenaje a Grupo Antillano, about an Afro-Cuban cultural movement that thrived in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Here, de la Fuente writes movingly of one of the group’s founding members, sculptor Marcos Rogelio Rodríguez Cobas, who passed away in early December.
With him, it was never in doubt: his inspiration, materials, artistic language, the very purpose of his work, were all anchored in the rich, inexhaustible reservoir of Afro-Cuban culture. Quite appropriately, because Afro-Cuban culture has always traveled through the wavebands of informality, the news of his death arrived like a whisper, a rumor disseminated by friends and admirers, short on details, lacking official confirmation: Marcos Rogelio Rodríguez Cobas, the great master of Afro-Cuban art, one of the island’s most prolific and important sculptors of the last five decades, has passed away. He was 89 years old.
This “motivation” would become the signature of Cobas’s mature work, even though in the 1970s cultural authorities perceived Afro-Cuban popular religions as obscurantist relics that were basically incompatible with a new, modern, and technically sophisticated socialist society. Like other artists committed to Afro-Cuban culture at the time, Cobas learned to disguise his religious and cultural sympathies in pieces that, to paraphrase Jamaican-Nigerian writer Carlton Lindsay Barrett, did “not depict and yet totally and effectively expressed” the power and beauty of the Yoruba deities. His magical realist, majestic totemic sculptures from this period owed much to Agustín Cárdenas, and some of the pieces were clearly conceived as tributes to Wifredo Lam.
In 1978 Cobas became a founding member of Grupo Antillano (1978–1983), a visual arts group founded by sculptor and engraver Rafael Queneditt Morales that quickly became a vibrant, multifaceted Afro-Cuban cultural movement. These were active and productive years, as Grupo Antillano organized 32 exhibitions between 1978 and 1982. These were also years of fruitful collaboration with Lam, who became the mentor and “honorary president” of the group, participating personally in several exhibitions with them.
Lam became an admirer of Cobas during the years of Grupo Antillano, something that the latter always recalled with great pride. By this time he was transiting into a new and particularly creative period, one characterized by sculptures that combined wood and industrial metal parts (screws, bolts, nuts, small propellers) into odd, contradictory, postmodern mechanisms that he frequently labeled “satellites” or “machines.” I think Cobas was trying to remind us that modernity was, in the final analysis, created by Africans, by their ingenuity and labor, and that the technological quests of today are a timeless feature of the human existence.

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in 2013, alejandro de la fuente organized the exhibition drapetomanía: exposición homenaje a grupo antillano, about an afro-cuban cultural movement that thrived in the late 1970s and early 1980s. here, de la fuente writes movingly of one of the group’s founding members, sculptor marcos rogelio rodríguez cobas, who passed away in early december.
with him, it was never in doubt: his inspiration, materials, artistic language, the very purpose of his work, were all anchored in the rich, inexhaustible reservoir of afro-cuban culture. quite appropriately, because afro-cuban culture has always traveled through the wavebands of informality, the news of his death arrived like a whisper, a rumor disseminated by friends and admirers, short on details, lacking official confirmation: marcos rogelio rodríguez cobas, the great master of afro-cuban art, one of the island’s most prolific and important sculptors of the last five decades, has passed away. he was 89 years old.
this “motivation” would become the signature of cobas’s mature work, even though in the 1970s cultural authorities perceived afro-cuban popular religions as obscurantist relics that were basically incompatible with a new, modern, and technically sophisticated socialist society. like other artists committed to afro-cuban culture at the time, cobas learned to disguise his religious and cultural sympathies in pieces that, to paraphrase jamaican-nigerian writer carlton lindsay barrett, did “not depict and yet totally and effectively expressed” the power and beauty of the yoruba deities. his magical realist, majestic totemic sculptures from this period owed much to agustín cárdenas, and some of the pieces were clearly conceived as tributes to wifredo lam.
in 1978 cobas became a founding member of grupo antillano (1978–1983), a visual arts group founded by sculptor and engraver rafael queneditt morales that quickly became a vibrant, multifaceted afro-cuban cultural movement. these were active and productive years, as grupo antillano organized 32 exhibitions between 1978 and 1982. these were also years of fruitful collaboration with lam, who became the mentor and “honorary president” of the group, participating personally in several exhibitions with them.
lam became an admirer of cobas during the years of grupo antillano, something that the latter always recalled with great pride. by this time he was transiting into a new and particularly creative period, one characterized by sculptures that combined wood and industrial metal parts (screws, bolts, nuts, small propellers) into odd, contradictory, postmodern mechanisms that he frequently labeled “satellites” or “machines.” i think cobas was trying to remind us that modernity was, in the final analysis, created by africans, by their ingenuity and labor, and that the technological quests of today are a timeless feature of the human existence.


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This was the view from Laurel Hill County Park on Sunday on the NJMC/BCAS walk.
Earlier post on the walk is here. Full list from our walk follows.
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this was the view from laurel hill county park on sunday on the njmc/bcas walk.
earlier post on the walk is here. full list from our walk follows.
this looks appealing, but it isn't. what is it?


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Concerned About AFib or Stroke?
We’re here to help. If you have questions or need assistance, call 203.276.2321 or email afib@stamhealth.org.
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of abnormal heart rhythm, or arrhythmia. Those with AFib are often at high risk for stroke. It’s important to look at the horizon for years to come, even if the current risk of stroke may seem small.
Many with personal experience know that AFib treatment often includes blood thinners. They’re also aware to proceed with caution because of the associated risks of bleeding. The WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure Implant offers a new treatment option that can eliminate the need for blood thinners.
What is the WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure Implant?
The WATCHMAN device is a one-time, permanent implant that reduces the risk of stroke in patients with AFib, eliminating the need for and long-term risk of bleeding caused by blood thinners such as warfarin.
What's involved in the WATCHMAN procedure?
The procedure takes about an hour. We implant the WATCHMAN device similar to a stent, in which a narrow tube is inserted through a small opening in the upper part of your leg. We’ll then carefully place the WATCHMAN device into the appropriate location in your heart. You’ll be under general anesthesia and likely stay in the hospital overnight.
Is WATCHMAN a good alternative to blood thinners?
Many patients who have received atrial fibrillation treatment have a strong aversion to the idea of taking blood thinners due to the worry around risks of bleeding in other places. The ideal solution has been to find a way to prevent stroke without the need for blood-thinning therapy. The WATCHMAN device is FDA approved and an effective alternative for patients who can’t be on adequate stroke protection.
Am I eligible for WATCHMAN?
Those with AFib not caused by heart valve problems who would like to explore an alternative to blood thinners may be eligible for WATCHMAN. If you have a history of bleeding along with your AFib, or if your lifestyle puts you at risk for bleeding, discuss the procedure with your doctor.
You can’t take warfarin, aspirin or clopidogrel.
You can’t undergo heart catheterization procedures.
You’re allergic or sensitive to nitinol (nickel and titanium) or anything else the WATCHMAN Implant is made of.
Your left atrial appendage is too large or too small to fit WATCHMAN.
Overall, the decision to implant WATCHMAN doesn't come without its challenges. It's a balance of protect against stroke and appropriately manage the related risks.
Is WATCHMAN covered by medical insurance?
If you're an eligible Medicare patient who meets certain criteria, WATCHMAN will most likely be covered. An increasing number of commercial insurance companies are also beginning to cover the procedure.
How was WATCHMAN™ initially received by patients when it first came to Stamford Health?
Patients are generally receptive to it and express an overall interest. It strikes conversation because of the common worry around blood thinners. First and foremost, the common denominator with all patients is risk of stroke, which can be a scary reality. It’s important to look at the horizon for five years, even if the current risk of stroke may seem small.
We also closely look at where our patients are in life. Some of them fall frequently, have ulcers and/ or are very active. Lifelong skiers don’t want to stop, so we can’t advocate blood thinners for those with high risk of impact. The decision is challenging. We want to protect against stroke on one hand, and then on the other hand, appropriately manage the related risks.
What can we expect to see in the future of WATCHMAN?
Everyone is different. If and when we get to this juncture, it would be nice to offer patients something tailored to their own desires.

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concerned about afib or stroke?
we’re here to help. if you have questions or need assistance, call 203.276.2321 or email afib@stamhealth.org.
atrial fibrillation (afib) is a type of abnormal heart rhythm, or arrhythmia. those with afib are often at high risk for stroke. it’s important to look at the horizon for years to come, even if the current risk of stroke may seem small.
many with personal experience know that afib treatment often includes blood thinners. they’re also aware to proceed with caution because of the associated risks of bleeding. the watchman™ left atrial appendage closure implant offers a new treatment option that can eliminate the need for blood thinners.
what is the watchman™ left atrial appendage closure implant?
the watchman device is a one-time, permanent implant that reduces the risk of stroke in patients with afib, eliminating the need for and long-term risk of bleeding caused by blood thinners such as warfarin.
what's involved in the watchman procedure?
the procedure takes about an hour. we implant the watchman device similar to a stent, in which a narrow tube is inserted through a small opening in the upper part of your leg. we’ll then carefully place the watchman device into the appropriate location in your heart. you’ll be under general anesthesia and likely stay in the hospital overnight.
is watchman a good alternative to blood thinners?
many patients who have received atrial fibrillation treatment have a strong aversion to the idea of taking blood thinners due to the worry around risks of bleeding in other places. the ideal solution has been to find a way to prevent stroke without the need for blood-thinning therapy. the watchman device is fda approved and an effective alternative for patients who can’t be on adequate stroke protection.
am i eligible for watchman?
those with afib not caused by heart valve problems who would like to explore an alternative to blood thinners may be eligible for watchman. if you have a history of bleeding along with your afib, or if your lifestyle puts you at risk for bleeding, discuss the procedure with your doctor.
you can’t take warfarin, aspirin or clopidogrel.
you can’t undergo heart catheterization procedures.
you’re allergic or sensitive to nitinol (nickel and titanium) or anything else the watchman implant is made of.
your left atrial appendage is too large or too small to fit watchman.
overall, the decision to implant watchman doesn't come without its challenges. it's a balance of protect against stroke and appropriately manage the related risks.
is watchman covered by medical insurance?
if you're an eligible medicare patient who meets certain criteria, watchman will most likely be covered. an increasing number of commercial insurance companies are also beginning to cover the procedure.
how was watchman™ initially received by patients when it first came to stamford health?
patients are generally receptive to it and express an overall interest. it strikes conversation because of the common worry around blood thinners. first and foremost, the common denominator with all patients is risk of stroke, which can be a scary reality. it’s important to look at the horizon for five years, even if the current risk of stroke may seem small.
we also closely look at where our patients are in life. some of them fall frequently, have ulcers and/ or are very active. lifelong skiers don’t want to stop, so we can’t advocate blood thinners for those with high risk of impact. the decision is challenging. we want to protect against stroke on one hand, and then on the other hand, appropriately manage the related risks.
what can we expect to see in the future of watchman?
everyone is different. if and when we get to this juncture, it would be nice to offer patients something tailored to their own desires.


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Authentic Freakshow RDA by Wotofo is high performance rebuildable atomizer that can produce great vapor production and flavor. It features two huge cyclops airflows holes and large posts holes.
Introducing the Authentic Freakshow RDA rebuildable atomizer by Wotofo, features two large cyclops airholes.
Available Colors: Black, White, Stainless Steel, Copper, Lime Green and Carbon Fiber.
The adjustable airflow system is at the base of the rebuildale atomizer and measured at 8mm.
The build deck for the Freakshow RDA consists of 3 posts and deep juice well. You can either build single or dual coil.
For better conductivity, it comes with the copper center post and pin.
To keep your drip tip cool and overheating, the drip hole also insulated with the Derlin.
Carbon Fiber color will come with 2 additional top design (Black and Copper).

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authentic freakshow rda by wotofo is high performance rebuildable atomizer that can produce great vapor production and flavor. it features two huge cyclops airflows holes and large posts holes.
introducing the authentic freakshow rda rebuildable atomizer by wotofo, features two large cyclops airholes.
available colors: black, white, stainless steel, copper, lime green and carbon fiber.
the adjustable airflow system is at the base of the rebuildale atomizer and measured at 8mm.
the build deck for the freakshow rda consists of 3 posts and deep juice well. you can either build single or dual coil.
for better conductivity, it comes with the copper center post and pin.
to keep your drip tip cool and overheating, the drip hole also insulated with the derlin.
carbon fiber color will come with 2 additional top design (black and copper).


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The Western New York Flash opened its home schedule with a 3-0 win over the Atlanta Beat on Sunday in front of 2,164 fans at Sahlen’s Stadium. Christine Sinclair scored twice and Alex Morgan added another for Western New York, which out-shot Atlanta 20-3 on the evening.
Sinclair opened the scoring in the 23rd minute after a series of incredible saves from Alli Lipsher, the two-time reigning WPS Player of the Week. After Ali Riley slipped a through ball into Marta’s path and the Brazilian fired a shot to the far post that Lipsher saved, but the rebound fell right to Sinclair. Her volley looked goal-bound but Lipsher got up off the ground immediately to save the follow-up, but Lipsher’s second save fell to Sinclair again and she finally headed it into the back of the net.
The goal was long overdue. Western New York dictated the game and pinned Atlanta into its own half early. Marta, Sinclair and midfielder Caroline Seger ran the attack while Brittany Bock and Becky Edwards controlled the midfield for the Flash.
Like last week, Atlanta was able to keep the Flash’s lead to 1-0 at halftime, but Western New York continued to dominate in the opening minutes of the second half and Sinclair netted her second goal of the game – and a league-leading fourth of the year – in the 59th minute. Marta collected the ball just past midfield and, faced with no attacking help, held the ball up to wait for support. Seger made a run to Marta’s left and Sinclair to Marta’s right, opening up the Beat defense. Marta played a perfectly chipped ball that spun on the turf and sat nicely for Sinclair to tap in past Lipsher and give the Flash a 2-0 lead.
“(We) played last year so (we) know each other and sometimes (we) feel that (we) can just look at each other and (we) know what to do and where to pass the ball,” said Marta through a translator, speaking about her combination with Sinclair.
A hat trick was not in the cards for Sinclair, who was replaced by Morgan in the 66th minute. Morgan proved to be an instant impact, scoring her first professional goal seven minutes later. Kelly Parker played a through ball that split Atlanta defenders Cat Whitehill and Katherine Reynolds and slowed right to a streaking Morgan, whose deft chip beat Lipsher. That made it 3-0, which is how it would end.
Lipsher was again stellar in goal, making eight saves – several of which were acrobatic – in the losing effort. Those saves were highlighted by a 52nd minute kick save on Seger, who was in alone on a breakaway. Unfortunately for Atlanta, Lipsher was a rare bright spot.
Lipsher’s counterpart, Ashlyn Harris, only had one real test in goal. That came in the 77th minute when Kristina Larsen skipped a shot off the wet turf and although the ball got under Harris’ hand, she was able to get enough of her fingertips on it to push it just wide. With the victory, Western New York (2-0-1, 7 pts.) goes atop the WPS table. The Flash next host Sky Blue FC on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. at Sahlen’s Stadium.
Next up for Atlanta (1-2-1, 4 pts.) is a road match Sunday, May 8 against magicJack at 4 p.m.

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the western new york flash opened its home schedule with a 3-0 win over the atlanta beat on sunday in front of 2,164 fans at sahlen’s stadium. christine sinclair scored twice and alex morgan added another for western new york, which out-shot atlanta 20-3 on the evening.
sinclair opened the scoring in the 23rd minute after a series of incredible saves from alli lipsher, the two-time reigning wps player of the week. after ali riley slipped a through ball into marta’s path and the brazilian fired a shot to the far post that lipsher saved, but the rebound fell right to sinclair. her volley looked goal-bound but lipsher got up off the ground immediately to save the follow-up, but lipsher’s second save fell to sinclair again and she finally headed it into the back of the net.
the goal was long overdue. western new york dictated the game and pinned atlanta into its own half early. marta, sinclair and midfielder caroline seger ran the attack while brittany bock and becky edwards controlled the midfield for the flash.
like last week, atlanta was able to keep the flash’s lead to 1-0 at halftime, but western new york continued to dominate in the opening minutes of the second half and sinclair netted her second goal of the game – and a league-leading fourth of the year – in the 59th minute. marta collected the ball just past midfield and, faced with no attacking help, held the ball up to wait for support. seger made a run to marta’s left and sinclair to marta’s right, opening up the beat defense. marta played a perfectly chipped ball that spun on the turf and sat nicely for sinclair to tap in past lipsher and give the flash a 2-0 lead.
“(we) played last year so (we) know each other and sometimes (we) feel that (we) can just look at each other and (we) know what to do and where to pass the ball,” said marta through a translator, speaking about her combination with sinclair.
a hat trick was not in the cards for sinclair, who was replaced by morgan in the 66th minute. morgan proved to be an instant impact, scoring her first professional goal seven minutes later. kelly parker played a through ball that split atlanta defenders cat whitehill and katherine reynolds and slowed right to a streaking morgan, whose deft chip beat lipsher. that made it 3-0, which is how it would end.
lipsher was again stellar in goal, making eight saves – several of which were acrobatic – in the losing effort. those saves were highlighted by a 52nd minute kick save on seger, who was in alone on a breakaway. unfortunately for atlanta, lipsher was a rare bright spot.
lipsher’s counterpart, ashlyn harris, only had one real test in goal. that came in the 77th minute when kristina larsen skipped a shot off the wet turf and although the ball got under harris’ hand, she was able to get enough of her fingertips on it to push it just wide. with the victory, western new york (2-0-1, 7 pts.) goes atop the wps table. the flash next host sky blue fc on friday night at 7:30 p.m. at sahlen’s stadium.
next up for atlanta (1-2-1, 4 pts.) is a road match sunday, may 8 against magicjack at 4 p.m.


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Hongqiang Wang received his PhD in Condensed Matter Physics at the Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, in 2008. He then worked respectively as a Postdoctoral Researcher, Alexander von Humboldt Fellow and Marie Curie Fellow in National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (Japan), Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (Germany), and University of Liverpool (UK). He has been a Full Professor in Northwestern Polytechnical University (China) since 2015. His main research interest is developing transient extreme conditions for generating novel functional nanomaterials for energy and biomedical applications. He has published over 70 scientific articles in peer reviewed journals including Chem. Soc. Rev., J. Am. Chem. Soc., Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., Adv. Mater., ACS Nano, Energy. Environ. Sci. and Laser Photonics Rev. These publications has generated over 2500 citations with H-Index of 27 (Web of Science).
Prof. Dr. Hongqiang Wang has been working on transient extreme conditions including PLICN (pulsed laser irradiation of colloidal nanoparticle) and interfacial sonochemistry, and their application in energy applications. Since 2015 when Prof. Wang joined NPU, he has established a "Sono-Laser Lab" which combines the techniques of nanosecond pulsed laser and high intensity ultrasonication for novel nanomaterials synthesis. He is now leading a research team of "Materials and Devices via Transient Extreme Conditions", which has now 1 Professor, 3 Associate Professors, 2 Postdocs, 8 PhD students, and 9 Master Students. His resarch team is now focusing on laser-matter interactions for energy applications including Perovskite Solar Cells, Lithium Batteries, PEC Water Splitting, as well as Quantum Dot LEDs.
1. P. F. Guo, Q. Ye*, X. K. Yang, J. Zhang, F. Xu, D. Shchukin, B. Q. Wei, H. Q. Wang*, Surface & Grain Boundaries Co-passivation by Fluorocarbon based Bifunctional Molecules for Perovskite Solar Cells with Efficiency Over 21%, J. Mater. Chem. A, 2019, 7, 2497-2506.
2. J. Jian#, G. S. Jiang#, R. van de Krol, B. Q. Wei*, H. Q. Wang*, Recent Advances in Rational Engineering of Multinary Semiconductors for Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Generation, Nano Energy, 2018, 51, 457-480.
3. G. S. Jiang, F. Xu*, S. H. Yang, J. P. Wu, B. Q. Wei, H. Q. Wang*, Mesoporous, conductive molybdenum nitride as efficient sulfur hosts for high-performance lithium-sulfur batteries, J. Power Sources, 2018, 395, 77-84.
4. Q.Ye#, J. Zhang#, P. F. Guo, H. B. Fan*, D. Shchukid, B. Q. Wei, H. Q. Wang*, Wet-Chemical Synthesis of Surface Passivated Halide Perovskite Microwires for Improved Optoelectronic Performance and Stability, ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces 2018, 10 (50), 43850–43856.
5. L. C. Jia, * P. Bogdanoff, M. Schmid, U. Bloeck, S. Fiechter, and H. Q. Wang*, Reconstruction of Solar Fuel Ultrathin Films via Periodically Micro-bending for Efficient Photo-electrochemical Water Splitting, ACS Appl. Energy Mater. 2018, 1 (12), 6748–6757.
6. X. Qiu, B. Q. Cao*, S. Yuan, X. Chen, Z. Qiu, Y. Jiang, Q. Ye, H. Q. Wang*, H Zeng, J. Liu, M. G. Kanatzidis “From unstable CsSnI3 to air-stable Cs2SnI6: A lead-free perovskite solar cell light absorber with band gap of 1.48 eV and high absorption coefficient” Solar Energy Materials & Solar Cells, 2017, 159, 227-234.
7. F. Xu,* S. H. Yang, G. S. Jiang, Q. Ye, B. Q. Wei, and H. Q. Wang* “Fluorinated, Sulfur-Rich, Covalent Triazine Frameworks for Enhanced Confinement of Polysulfides in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries” ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces 2017, 9, 37731-37738.
8. J. Liu,* H. Q. Wang,* M. Antonietti “Graphitic Carbon Nitride “Reloaded”: Emerging Applications Beyond (Photo)catalysis” Chem. Soc. Rev. 2016, 45, 2308-2326.
9. H.Q. Wang, Z. J. Xu, M.J. Fink, D. Shchukin, B.S. Mitchell,* “Functionalized Silicon Nanoparticles from Reactive Cavitation Erosion of Silicon Wafers”, Chem. Commun. 2015, 51, 1465-1468.
10. J. Liu,* H. Q. Wang,* Z. P. Chen, H. Moehwald, S. Fiechter, R. van de Krol, L. Wen, L. Jiang, M. Antonietti, “Microcontact-Printing-Assisted Access of Graphitic Carbon Nitride Films with Favorable Textures towards the Photoelectrochemical Application”, Adv. Mater. 2015, 27, 712-718.
11. S. Y. Gao,* X. J. Wei, H. Y. Liu, K. R. Geng, H. Q. Wang,* H. Moehwald and D. Shchukin, “Transformation of Worst Weed into N-, S-, and P-tridoped Carbon Nanorings as Metal-Free Electrocatalysts for Oxygen Reduction Reaction”, J. Mater. Chem. A 2015, 3, 23376-23384.
12. X.Song, Z. Qiu, X. Yang, H. Gong, S. Zheng, B. Q. Cao,* H. Q. Wang,* H. Moehwald, D. Shchukin, “Submicron-Lubricant Based on Crystallized Fe3O4 Spheres for Enhanced Tribology Performance”, Chem. Mater. 2014, 26, 5113-5119.
13. H. Q. Wang,* X. H. Yan,* G. L. Li, C. Pilz-Anne, H. Moehwald, D. Shchukin, “Sono-Assembly of Highly Biocompatible Polysaccharide Capsules for Hydrophobic Drug Delivery”, Adv. Healthcare Mater. 2014, 3, 825-831.
14. A. Pyatenko,* H. Q. Wang,* N. Koshizaki “Growth Mechanism of Monodisperse Spherical Particles under Nanosecond Pulsed Laser Irradiation” J. Phys. Chem. C 2014, 118, 4495-4500.
15. H. Q. Wang,* A. Pyatenko, N. Koshizki, H. Moehwald, D. Shchukin “Single Crystalline ZnO Spherical Particles by Pulsed Laser Irradiation of Colloidal Nanoparticles for Ultraviolet Photodetection”, ACS Appl. Mater. Inter. 2014, 6, 2240-2246.
16. H. Q. Wang,* L. C. Jia, P. Bogdanoff, S. Fiechter, H. M？hwald, D. Shchukin, “Size-Related Native Defects Engineering in High-Intensity Ultrasonication of Nanoparticles for Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting” Energy Environ. Sci. 2013, 6, 799-804.
17. H. Q. Wang,* L. C. Jia, L. Li, X. Y. Li, Z. Swiatkowska-Warkocka, K. Kawaguchi, A. Pyatenko, N. Koshizaki,* “Photomediated Assembly of Single Crystalline Silver Spherical Particles with Enhanced Electrochemical Performance” J. Mater. Chem. A 2013, 1, 692-698.
18. H. Q. Wang,* K. Kawaguchi, A. Pyatenko, X. Li, Z. Swiatkowska-Warkocka, Y. Katou, N. Koshizaki,* “General Bottom-Up Construction of Spherical Particles by Pulsed Laser Irradiation of Colloidal Nanoparticles: A Case Study on CuO” Chem-Eur. J. 2012, 18, 163-169.
19. H. Q. Wang,* M. Miyauchi, Y. Ishikawa, A. Pyatenko, N. Koshizaki,* Y. Li, L. Li, X. Li, Y. Bando, and D. Golberg “Single-Crystalline Rutile TiO2 Hollow Spheres: Room-Temperature Synthesis, Tailored Visible-Light-Extinction and Effective Scattering Layer for Quantum-Dot-Sensitized Solar Cells” J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2011, 133, 19102-19109.
20. H. Q. Wang,* N. Koshizaki,* L. Li, L. C. Jia, K. Kawaguchi, X. Y. Li, A. Pyatenko, Z. Swiatkowska-Warkocka, Y. Bando, D. Golberg, “Size-Tailored ZnO Submicrometer Spheres: Bottom-Up Construction, Size-Related Optical Extinction, and Selective Aniline Trapping” Adv. Mater. 2011, 23, 1865-1870.
21. H. Q. Wang, A. Pyatenko, K. Kawaguchi, X. Y. Li, Z. Swiatkowska-Warkocka, and N. Koshizaki,* “Selective Pulsed Heating for the Synthesis of Semiconductor and Metal Submicrometer Spheres” Angew. Chem. Int. Ed. 2010, 49, 6361-6364.

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hongqiang wang received his phd in condensed matter physics at the institute of solid state physics, chinese academy of sciences, in 2008. he then worked respectively as a postdoctoral researcher, alexander von humboldt fellow and marie curie fellow in national institute of advanced industrial science and technology (japan), max planck institute of colloids and interfaces (germany), and university of liverpool (uk). he has been a full professor in northwestern polytechnical university (china) since 2015. his main research interest is developing transient extreme conditions for generating novel functional nanomaterials for energy and biomedical applications. he has published over 70 scientific articles in peer reviewed journals including chem. soc. rev., j. am. chem. soc., angew. chem. int. ed., adv. mater., acs nano, energy. environ. sci. and laser photonics rev. these publications has generated over 2500 citations with h-index of 27 (web of science).
prof. dr. hongqiang wang has been working on transient extreme conditions including plicn (pulsed laser irradiation of colloidal nanoparticle) and interfacial sonochemistry, and their application in energy applications. since 2015 when prof. wang joined npu, he has established a "sono-laser lab" which combines the techniques of nanosecond pulsed laser and high intensity ultrasonication for novel nanomaterials synthesis. he is now leading a research team of "materials and devices via transient extreme conditions", which has now 1 professor, 3 associate professors, 2 postdocs, 8 phd students, and 9 master students. his resarch team is now focusing on laser-matter interactions for energy applications including perovskite solar cells, lithium batteries, pec water splitting, as well as quantum dot leds.
1. p. f. guo, q. ye*, x. k. yang, j. zhang, f. xu, d. shchukin, b. q. wei, h. q. wang*, surface & grain boundaries co-passivation by fluorocarbon based bifunctional molecules for perovskite solar cells with efficiency over 21%, j. mater. chem. a, 2019, 7, 2497-2506.
2. j. jian#, g. s. jiang#, r. van de krol, b. q. wei*, h. q. wang*, recent advances in rational engineering of multinary semiconductors for photoelectrochemical hydrogen generation, nano energy, 2018, 51, 457-480.
3. g. s. jiang, f. xu*, s. h. yang, j. p. wu, b. q. wei, h. q. wang*, mesoporous, conductive molybdenum nitride as efficient sulfur hosts for high-performance lithium-sulfur batteries, j. power sources, 2018, 395, 77-84.
4. q.ye#, j. zhang#, p. f. guo, h. b. fan*, d. shchukid, b. q. wei, h. q. wang*, wet-chemical synthesis of surface passivated halide perovskite microwires for improved optoelectronic performance and stability, acs appl. mater. interfaces 2018, 10 (50), 43850–43856.
5. l. c. jia, * p. bogdanoff, m. schmid, u. bloeck, s. fiechter, and h. q. wang*, reconstruction of solar fuel ultrathin films via periodically micro-bending for efficient photo-electrochemical water splitting, acs appl. energy mater. 2018, 1 (12), 6748–6757.
6. x. qiu, b. q. cao*, s. yuan, x. chen, z. qiu, y. jiang, q. ye, h. q. wang*, h zeng, j. liu, m. g. kanatzidis “from unstable cssni3 to air-stable cs2sni6: a lead-free perovskite solar cell light absorber with band gap of 1.48 ev and high absorption coefficient” solar energy materials & solar cells, 2017, 159, 227-234.
7. f. xu,* s. h. yang, g. s. jiang, q. ye, b. q. wei, and h. q. wang* “fluorinated, sulfur-rich, covalent triazine frameworks for enhanced confinement of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries” acs appl. mater. interfaces 2017, 9, 37731-37738.
8. j. liu,* h. q. wang,* m. antonietti “graphitic carbon nitride “reloaded”: emerging applications beyond (photo)catalysis” chem. soc. rev. 2016, 45, 2308-2326.
9. h.q. wang, z. j. xu, m.j. fink, d. shchukin, b.s. mitchell,* “functionalized silicon nanoparticles from reactive cavitation erosion of silicon wafers”, chem. commun. 2015, 51, 1465-1468.
10. j. liu,* h. q. wang,* z. p. chen, h. moehwald, s. fiechter, r. van de krol, l. wen, l. jiang, m. antonietti, “microcontact-printing-assisted access of graphitic carbon nitride films with favorable textures towards the photoelectrochemical application”, adv. mater. 2015, 27, 712-718.
11. s. y. gao,* x. j. wei, h. y. liu, k. r. geng, h. q. wang,* h. moehwald and d. shchukin, “transformation of worst weed into n-, s-, and p-tridoped carbon nanorings as metal-free electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reaction”, j. mater. chem. a 2015, 3, 23376-23384.
12. x.song, z. qiu, x. yang, h. gong, s. zheng, b. q. cao,* h. q. wang,* h. moehwald, d. shchukin, “submicron-lubricant based on crystallized fe3o4 spheres for enhanced tribology performance”, chem. mater. 2014, 26, 5113-5119.
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To make sure the good quality of our program and to comply with federal law, the processing of your application may be delayed due to person state approval. The University of South Florida gives degrees at the master’s and doctorate levels to its 47,965 students, 5,503 of whom pursue their education on the net. Students can earn either a Gifted Education Credential or a Specific Education Credential, and an is readily available in School Leadership, Finding out Design and style and Technologies, or Teacher Leadership. These seeking an on the internet education degree can select from a B.S. in Specific Education or an in concentrations such as Adult Education, Music Education, and Educational Psychology, Gifted and Inventive Education.
Courses are accessed via the UW site’s [email protected] On the web students can also access library services and career solutions. Distance learners have also access to campus resources, on-line tutoring and mentors. Foundational coursework such as intro to public education, educational psychology and studying environment style are constructed on with main coursework covering language arts, math, science and techniques of elementary college education. Students full their online coursework by way of the Blackboard learning management method.
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On the net classes are hosted on the Blackboard mastering management method and accessed by logging into the myJHU portal , which is also accessible on mobile devices. On the net coursework is completed by way of the Blackboard studying management method. Florida State University presents various online education degrees at the certificate and master’s levels that are accredited by the SACS COC and NCATE. The accredited on the net degree is open to TFA corp members and alumni in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
With a master’s degree, students have the opportunity to obtain a niche in education and can start pursuing careers at the university level or even outdoors of teaching. It is crucial to note that, as opposed to other online colleges that need students to meet in-individual for testing or orientations, distance learners at Stony Brook are in no way required to come to the school’s campus. On-line learners at University of Wisconsin, Stout can receive a B.S. in Profession, Technical Education and Instruction. All on-line coursework is accessed via the Blackboard learning management technique.

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to make sure the good quality of our program and to comply with federal law, the processing of your application may be delayed due to person state approval. the university of south florida gives degrees at the master’s and doctorate levels to its 47,965 students, 5,503 of whom pursue their education on the net. students can earn either a gifted education credential or a specific education credential, and an is readily available in school leadership, finding out design and style and technologies, or teacher leadership. these seeking an on the internet education degree can select from a b.s. in specific education or an in concentrations such as adult education, music education, and educational psychology, gifted and inventive education.
courses are accessed via the uw site’s [email protected] on the web students can also access library services and career solutions. distance learners have also access to campus resources, on-line tutoring and mentors. foundational coursework such as intro to public education, educational psychology and studying environment style are constructed on with main coursework covering language arts, math, science and techniques of elementary college education. students full their online coursework by way of the blackboard learning management method.
coursework for the on line education bachelor’s degree is not delivered by means of a finding out management technique, but alternatively with the use of a specially developed portal for each and every course. the on the net bachelor’s degree in education plan is developed for those who have completed a two-year associate’s degree from a participating north carolina neighborhood college. courses for the on the internet education bachelor’s degree are presented in accelerated format, five weeks in length. on the web coursework is completed by way of asulearn, asu’s learning management method, which utilizes the moodle platform.
on the net classes are hosted on the blackboard mastering management method and accessed by logging into the myjhu portal , which is also accessible on mobile devices. on the net coursework is completed by way of the blackboard studying management method. florida state university presents various online education degrees at the certificate and master’s levels that are accredited by the sacs coc and ncate. the accredited on the net degree is open to tfa corp members and alumni in all 50 states and the district of columbia.
with a master’s degree, students have the opportunity to obtain a niche in education and can start pursuing careers at the university level or even outdoors of teaching. it is crucial to note that, as opposed to other online colleges that need students to meet in-individual for testing or orientations, distance learners at stony brook are in no way required to come to the school’s campus. on-line learners at university of wisconsin, stout can receive a b.s. in profession, technical education and instruction. all on-line coursework is accessed via the blackboard learning management technique.


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Taken on the Worldwide Photowalk Kiev, October 5th, 2013.
I've taken a number of shots of this building in the past. Some I liked; some left much to be desired. But even those that I liked seemed to be missing something, but I couldn't quite tell what. But when I got this out of the camera, I knew I had a shot that I would be very pleased with.

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taken on the worldwide photowalk kiev, october 5th, 2013.
i've taken a number of shots of this building in the past. some i liked; some left much to be desired. but even those that i liked seemed to be missing something, but i couldn't quite tell what. but when i got this out of the camera, i knew i had a shot that i would be very pleased with.


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CHECK-IN AND CHECKOUT OF THE VILLA IS MANDATORY AND MUST BE COMPLETED.
CHECK-IN is normally at 4:00 pm. If the villa is empty and we don’t have any other guests checking out on your day of arrival, you may check in at any time. Please keep in mind that early check-in is always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
When you arrive to your villa, you will be greeted by your villa manager who will do your check-in – almost like at any hotel.
You will fill out a check-in form (See a sample Check In Check Out Form) and a valid credit card + photo ID is required for the check-in.
Please note that a mandatory HOLD (Pre-Authorization Charge) of US$ 1500 will be placed on your credit card to cover any incidentals, damages, etc., that may arise during your stay. This hold will be released 7 days after your checkout date IF no damages to the rental property or its content has been reported. Any damages incurred to the Villa / Rental Property or its contents during occupancy (plus a 25% service charge) will be discounted from this security deposit. Damages that exceed this amount will be charged to the guest´s credit card on record. No charge will be made until the guest is notified. Palmera Travel LLC has 7 days from date of checkout to notify guests of such discovered damages and guest has 7 days to dispute and/or settle such damages. An automatic charge for damages in excess of the security deposit will be made to the credit card on record within 14 days after departure unless otherwise agreed to in writing between the guest and Palmera Travel LLC. Security deposits will be refunded (less charges for damages) within 30 days after your departure.
You’ll also receive a copy of the House Rules to read through and sign along with the check-in document.
If your villa rental doesn’t include the electricity, you’ll read the meter upon check-in (and again at checkout).
CHECKOUT is normally at 11:00 am. If there are not other guests checking in on your day of departure, you may check out of the villa at any time. Please keep in mind that late checkout is always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
On your departure day, your villa manager will come by the villa in the morning to do your checkout. Any outstanding balance must be paid at this time – cash or credit card. If you wish to leave a gratuity for the staff that has been taking care of you during your vacation, you may do so at the checkout.
IMPORTANT NOTE for credit card payments: Please note that credit card payments made on site in the Dominican Republic are charged in Dominican Pesos (RD$) + 4% processing fee, and are subject to the local 18% sales tax.

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check-in and checkout of the villa is mandatory and must be completed.
check-in is normally at 4:00 pm. if the villa is empty and we don’t have any other guests checking out on your day of arrival, you may check in at any time. please keep in mind that early check-in is always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
when you arrive to your villa, you will be greeted by your villa manager who will do your check-in – almost like at any hotel.
you will fill out a check-in form (see a sample check in check out form) and a valid credit card + photo id is required for the check-in.
please note that a mandatory hold (pre-authorization charge) of us$ 1500 will be placed on your credit card to cover any incidentals, damages, etc., that may arise during your stay. this hold will be released 7 days after your checkout date if no damages to the rental property or its content has been reported. any damages incurred to the villa / rental property or its contents during occupancy (plus a 25% service charge) will be discounted from this security deposit. damages that exceed this amount will be charged to the guest´s credit card on record. no charge will be made until the guest is notified. palmera travel llc has 7 days from date of checkout to notify guests of such discovered damages and guest has 7 days to dispute and/or settle such damages. an automatic charge for damages in excess of the security deposit will be made to the credit card on record within 14 days after departure unless otherwise agreed to in writing between the guest and palmera travel llc. security deposits will be refunded (less charges for damages) within 30 days after your departure.
you’ll also receive a copy of the house rules to read through and sign along with the check-in document.
if your villa rental doesn’t include the electricity, you’ll read the meter upon check-in (and again at checkout).
checkout is normally at 11:00 am. if there are not other guests checking in on your day of departure, you may check out of the villa at any time. please keep in mind that late checkout is always subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
on your departure day, your villa manager will come by the villa in the morning to do your checkout. any outstanding balance must be paid at this time – cash or credit card. if you wish to leave a gratuity for the staff that has been taking care of you during your vacation, you may do so at the checkout.
important note for credit card payments: please note that credit card payments made on site in the dominican republic are charged in dominican pesos (rd$) + 4% processing fee, and are subject to the local 18% sales tax.


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Beginning in 2010, CNLA and the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) aligned their certification programs under one brand – Landscape Industry Certified. This brand name speaks clearly to consumers, is supported and used internationally, shows credibility and commitment to best practices, and leaves a lasting impression.
The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) Certification Committee has worked tirelessly to align industry certification programs with national standards and give them more credibility both within and outside of our industry.
The new brand name, Landscape Industry Certified, consolidates specialties of green industry certification under one umbrella. Now, everyone who is CNLA certified will be identified with this universal title. Our goal is to acquire critical mass where Landscape Industry Certified individuals are in demand by consumers and preferred, and ultimately required, on job bids. This rebranding effort demonstrates growth in our industry and in our careers.
Landscape Industry Certified speaks very clearly to the end user. No longer will you have to go into lengthy explanations about what the acronyms (CLP, CLD, CHT, etc.) behind your signature mean. The simple recognition of Landscape Industry Certified will speak volumes to your clients and prospects.
Landscape Industry Certified has international appeal. The Professional Landcare Network (PLANET) has adopted the new brand name and logo for its professional development program. This will pave the way for broader recognition of our industry certification.
Landscape Industry Certified shows a commitment to best practices. The CNLA certification program continuously seeks to align itself with the certification industry’s best practices as defined by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) standards. NCCA is the accrediting body of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA).
Landscape Industry Certified leaves a lasting impression. With a single, identifiable brand name to proudly display your hard-earned green industry certification, you have enhanced your staying power and your competitive edge with customers. More than ever in these tough times, we need to stand out in every way possible … Landscape Industry Certified showcases your expertise and education.
Landscape Industry Certified continues to show your specialization(s). A tagline of Manager, Designer, Technician, and/or Retail Horticulturist differentiates the numerous specialties within the industry. It allows certified individuals to continue to highlight their specific skills.
You are encouraged to integrate the Landscape Industry Certified brand into your company’s marketing materials and continue to display your certification proudly to your clients.

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beginning in 2010, cnla and the professional landcare network (planet) aligned their certification programs under one brand – landscape industry certified. this brand name speaks clearly to consumers, is supported and used internationally, shows credibility and commitment to best practices, and leaves a lasting impression.
the canadian nursery landscape association (cnla) certification committee has worked tirelessly to align industry certification programs with national standards and give them more credibility both within and outside of our industry.
the new brand name, landscape industry certified, consolidates specialties of green industry certification under one umbrella. now, everyone who is cnla certified will be identified with this universal title. our goal is to acquire critical mass where landscape industry certified individuals are in demand by consumers and preferred, and ultimately required, on job bids. this rebranding effort demonstrates growth in our industry and in our careers.
landscape industry certified speaks very clearly to the end user. no longer will you have to go into lengthy explanations about what the acronyms (clp, cld, cht, etc.) behind your signature mean. the simple recognition of landscape industry certified will speak volumes to your clients and prospects.
landscape industry certified has international appeal. the professional landcare network (planet) has adopted the new brand name and logo for its professional development program. this will pave the way for broader recognition of our industry certification.
landscape industry certified shows a commitment to best practices. the cnla certification program continuously seeks to align itself with the certification industry’s best practices as defined by the national commission for certifying agencies (ncca) standards. ncca is the accrediting body of the national organization for competency assurance (noca).
landscape industry certified leaves a lasting impression. with a single, identifiable brand name to proudly display your hard-earned green industry certification, you have enhanced your staying power and your competitive edge with customers. more than ever in these tough times, we need to stand out in every way possible … landscape industry certified showcases your expertise and education.
landscape industry certified continues to show your specialization(s). a tagline of manager, designer, technician, and/or retail horticulturist differentiates the numerous specialties within the industry. it allows certified individuals to continue to highlight their specific skills.
you are encouraged to integrate the landscape industry certified brand into your company’s marketing materials and continue to display your certification proudly to your clients.