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'Fate of the nation': Georgia voters to decide control of Senate under shadow of President Trump's grievances
Ledyard King Phillip M. Bailey
WASHINGTON – Georgia voters head to the polls Tuesday for a pair of runoff elections that will determine control of the U.S. Senate, marking the end of the tumultuous 2020 election cycle that saw Republicans make gains in Congress while losing the White House.
The elections are being held as President Donald Trump continues to allege that widespread voter fraud in Georgia caused his loss to Joe Biden on Nov. 3. Republicans are worried those claims – punctuated by Trump's extraordinary phone call Saturday when he tried to pressure GOP state officials to overturn November's election – could discourage GOP voters from turning out Tuesday.
"I just want to find 11,780 votes," Trump said on an audio recording first obtained by The Washington Post. The number refers to the margin Trump needed to beat Biden.
Peach State voters will decide whether Republicans David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler return to Washington or if Democratic challengers Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock take their place. All four ran Nov. 3, but none got enough votes under state law to win the Senate seats outright, forcing Tuesday's runoffs.
Wins by both Ossoff and Warnock would result in a 50-50 split in the Senate, effectively giving Democrats control of the chamber since Vice President-elect Kamala Harris would cast tiebreaking votes.
A win by one of the Republicans would keep the Senate in the hands of Republicans and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. Though it would be a narrow Republican majority, Biden and Democrats would face an uphill battle on any legislation they hoped to pass.
Georgia is a reliably red state that has not elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate in 20 years.
The question is whether one of Trump's final political acts will push Republicans to victory or hand control of Congress to Democrats.
"Trump said back in 2016 he could shoot someone in Times Square and most of his supporters would still be with him. There's a lot of truth in that, but if this election is as close as people think, then even if he turns off a small sliver of Republicans, this might be a step too far and could be the difference," Charles Bullock, a University of Georgia political science professor, told USA TODAY.
An 'unforced error' by the president
During the call with state officials, Trump is heard pressuring Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, a Republican, to "find" enough votes to reverse his 11,779-vote loss two months ago, saying, "There's no way I lost Georgia."
He repeated that wording during a rally Monday night in the state, continuing to call the general election "rigged." Trump also put pressure on Vice President Mike Pence during the rally.
"I hope Mike Pence comes through for us, I have to tell you," Trump told supporters in Dalton, Georgia.
Trump called Pence "a great guy," but also said: "Of course, if he doesn't come through, I won't like him quite as much."
Gabriel Sterling, a Republican who works for Raffensperger as the state's voting system implementation manager, told Fox News on Monday that the "spurious" claims of voter fraud spread by Trump and his allies appear to be depressing Republican voter turnout in Tuesday's election.
Based on the slightly more than 3 million ballots cast in early voting, Democrats are outperforming Republicans, Sterling said. In the four most Democratic congressional districts (the 2nd, 4th, 5th and 13th), turnout is either approaching or above 80% of the Nov. 3 election while the turnout in the two largest GOP districts (the 11th and 14th) is below 70%, according to state data compiled by the nonpartisan website georgiavotes.com.
"I am afraid that many Republicans have been discouraged by the actions and discussions around the president," Sterling said. "It's absolutely a distraction unfortunately, this unforced error on the part of the president. ... A lot of people are focusing on Nov. 3 when they should be focusing on Jan. 5."
Trump has questioned the legitimacy of Tuesday's runoffs, describing them in a tweet Friday as "illegal and invalid." Over the weekend, Trump promoted a tweet that criticized Loeffler and Perdue for not being part of an effort by a dozen GOP senators who plan to challenge the certification Wednesday of the Nov. 3 election, a mostly ceremonial recognition of Biden's victory.
Saturday, the president retweeted a supporter asking, "Why are my own #GA Senators @Kloeffler & @Perduesenate not supporting this effort?" with a link to an article about the planned challenge by Senate Republicans.
On Monday, Loeffler announced she would join that effort.
More:Trump is heard on audiotape pressuring Georgia secretary of state to 'find' votes to overturn Biden's win
Polls show both Senate races as toss-ups, adding to the worry among Republican leaders in Washington that losing the seats could shut them out of power on Capitol Hill where Democrats control the House.
Democratic control of Congress would give Biden a much greater chance of enacting his agenda on climate change, health care, racial justice and other issues he campaigned on. It would allow the new president to install a Cabinet and fill court vacancies with nominees of his own choosing.
That alarms Republicans who helped raise money or campaigned on behalf of Perdue and Loeffler.
More:Trump travels to Georgia before Senate runoff that will decide control of Senate
"The fate of the Senate – and the nation – will be decided by Georgia voters," Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., wrote in an opinion piece posted on the Fox News website. "If Democratic Senate candidates Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff are elected on January 5th, the Democrats' impending socialist assault on our nation will make President Obama's first two years in office look moderate by comparison."
Conservatives admit Trump call hurts
Trump has held an iron grip on the GOP since breaking away from the primary pack in 2016 with a brand of celebrity showmanship and right-leaning populism.
His conversation with Raffensperger in the context of Georgia's runoff races tests how far the president can stretch the GOP coalition outside his base.
Trump's usual critics condemned his request that state election officials "find" enough votes to win Georgia's electors, but it also drew winces from some of his allies.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., is one of the president's staunchest supporters and is among the senators who pledged to object to certifying the 2020 Electoral College results Wednesday. During a Fox News interview Monday, she acknowledged Trump's conversation with the Georgia secretary of state "was not a helpful call."
Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, a Republican, said in an interview with CNN that most of what the president brought up during the phone call "was based on misinformation."
"I am 100% certified to tell you that it was in appropriate," Duncan said. "And it certainly did not help the situation."
Conservative commentator Erick Erickson, a Georgia native, tweeted Sunday that state Republicans were "apoplectic" at the president, who they feel is sabotaging the runoff races.
He said the Georgia GOP is nervous about weaker turnout in certain strongholds, where figures show voting trails the rest of the state. One such area: Dalton, where Trump held the rally Monday night. In November, he beat Biden by 40% in that area.
"That part of the state has the most GOP vote, and it has lagged behind the rest of the state," Erickson said on his website Monday. "It is probably not a coincidence that this is also where the loudest 'the race was stolen' voices come from. The GOP has suppressed itself up there."
Biden's victory in November marked the first time a Democrat seized the state in a presidential election since Bill Clinton in 1992.
Many attribute the win to an upsurge of Black voters in the state's urban centers and growing suburbs, but others say Biden was helped by a depressed Republican vote led by moderates who were disgusted at Trump.
Trump has been 'the air they breathe'
When the president isn't trying to cast doubt on the runoffs, he is focused on his own efforts to overturn November's election, which might handcuff his ability to motivate voters to help Perdue or Loeffler in the final stretch.
"If he is distracted by the phone call, will he actually encourage these people to vote? His legacy depends on it, but some Republicans are convinced he'd rather the GOP lose Georgia," Erickson said.
Bullock, the political science professor, said Perdue and Loeffler might feel personally uncomfortable with what Trump did but they cannot divorce themselves from the president at this point.
"Donald Trump has been the air they breathe and the blood in their veins," he said.
Bullock said avoiding the president's wrath might cost Republicans the Senate, adding that other Georgia Republicans are keeping quiet in hopes of dodging possible primary challengers during the next statewide election.
Perdue downplayed the controversy, telling Fox News he did not think the revelation of Trump's effort to pressure the secretary of state would impact his reelection bid. Rather than criticize the president, he slammed Raffensperger.
"I'm still shocked that a member of the Republican Party would tape a sitting president and then leak that. It's disgusting in my view," Perdue said.
Raffensperger, who said he voted for Trump, escalated the GOP civil war Monday when he said it would be "appropriate" for the Fulton County district attorney to investigate the president's request to "find" enough votes.
Attacking Raffensperger, a civil engineer and businessman, could backfire among conservative-minded voters who feel he was simply doing his duty, Bullock said.
"I have no doubt he wishes that Georgia had voted for Trump," Bullock said. "But as a data person, he did all sort of checks, and each time he did a calculation, Biden came out ahead. He's not going bury his head in the sand, and he's not going to violate the law by trying to put his thumb on the scale."
Contributing: David Jackson


The proposed coal terminal for Cherry Point could be dead in the water after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers denied a needed permit Monday, May 9.
The Corps ruled the project would impact the treaty-protected fishing rights of Lummi Nation.
Lummi members cheered the announcement as it was made Monday morning in Lummi Indian Business Council chambers.
The decision was a major blow to SSA Marine, which has 51 percent ownership of the estimated $700 million project. Last month it had suspended work on an environmental review while it awaited the decision.
The project has been heatedly debated in Whatcom County for years, with backers citing the needed living-wage jobs and opponents decrying the increased train traffic and pollution it would bring.


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UVHS Music Summer Term Round Up
As ever it has been a busy time for the UVHS Music Department.
The UVHS Summer Concert on July 10th was enjoyed by an audience of over 450 in The Coronation Hall. This capped off another very successful year for the UVHS Music Deptartment, which included 2 students winning national composing awards and, of course, Mr Butler being awarded an MBE for services to Music Education.
The concert included almost every music group in the school with parents and members of the community getting the opportunity to see how music performance progresses through the school – from the Junior Band and Junior Flute Choir though to the Senior Wind Band and String Orchestra (via the clarinet choir, senior flutes, brass ensemble, choir, chamber choir and sax ensemble).
The concert was also an occasion to say farewell to the Y13s who are leaving this year, all of whom received gifts from Mr Butler and Mrs Heginbotham: they reciprocated with a touching presentation to the two teachers.
UVHS Swing Band went on a short 4-day concert tour to Paris at the invitation of Disneyland, to help them celebrate both their 25th Birthday and also Bastille Day. The band gave 2 phenomenal concerts, one televised performance from Disneyland itself on Bastille Day and then one on the Sunday in central Paris just before the World Cup Final kicked off – hundreds of people turned up to both and, although many had to leave the Sunday concert just before the end (in order to get to one of the nearby cafes and restaurants showing the football!) there was still a standing ovation and demands for encores.
Overall, a brilliant tour – 42 students played out of their socks and also enjoyed the brilliant atmosphere of both Bastille weekend and the football in Paris: an amazing experience.
Next year, not only will UVHS Music Deptartment be hosting the Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines at the beginning of March, but 83 students will be going on an 8-day concert tour to Italy in July, 2019: 4 concerts have already been booked.

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Project acronym BreakingBarriers
Project Targeting endothelial barriers to combat disease
Researcher (PI) Anne Eichmann
Host Institution (HI) INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA SANTE ET DE LA RECHERCHE MEDICALE
Summary Tissue homeostasis requires coordinated barrier function in blood and lymphatic vessels. Opening of junctions between endothelial cells (ECs) lining blood vessels leads to tissue fluid accumulation that is drained by lymphatic vessels. A pathological increase in blood vessel permeability or lack or malfunction of lymphatic vessels leads to edema and associated defects in macromolecule and immune cell clearance. Unbalanced barrier function between blood and lymphatic vessels contributes to neurodegeneration, chronic inflammation, and cardiovascular disease. In this proposal, we seek to gain mechanistic understanding into coordination of barrier function between blood and lymphatic vessels, how this process is altered in disease models and how it can be manipulated for therapeutic purposes. We will focus on two critical barriers with diametrically opposing functions, the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and the lymphatic capillary barrier (LCB). ECs of the BBB form very tight junctions that restrict paracellular access to the brain. In contrast, open junctions of the LCB ensure uptake of extravasated fluid, macromolecules and immune cells, as well as lipid in the gut. We have identified novel effectors of BBB and LCB junctions and will determine their role in adult homeostasis and in disease models. Mouse genetic gain and loss of function approaches in combination with histological, ultrastructural, functional and molecular analysis will determine mechanisms underlying formation of tissue specific EC barriers. Deliverables include in vivo validated targets that could be used for i) opening the BBB on demand for drug delivery into the brain, and ii) to lower plasma lipid uptake via interfering with the LCB, with implications for prevention of obesity, cardiovascular disease and inflammation. These pioneering studies promise to open up new opportunities for research and treatment of neurovascular and cardiovascular disease.
Tissue homeostasis requires coordinated barrier function in blood and lymphatic vessels. Opening of junctions between endothelial cells (ECs) lining blood vessels leads to tissue fluid accumulation that is drained by lymphatic vessels. A pathological increase in blood vessel permeability or lack or malfunction of lymphatic vessels leads to edema and associated defects in macromolecule and immune cell clearance. Unbalanced barrier function between blood and lymphatic vessels contributes to neurodegeneration, chronic inflammation, and cardiovascular disease. In this proposal, we seek to gain mechanistic understanding into coordination of barrier function between blood and lymphatic vessels, how this process is altered in disease models and how it can be manipulated for therapeutic purposes. We will focus on two critical barriers with diametrically opposing functions, the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and the lymphatic capillary barrier (LCB). ECs of the BBB form very tight junctions that restrict paracellular access to the brain. In contrast, open junctions of the LCB ensure uptake of extravasated fluid, macromolecules and immune cells, as well as lipid in the gut. We have identified novel effectors of BBB and LCB junctions and will determine their role in adult homeostasis and in disease models. Mouse genetic gain and loss of function approaches in combination with histological, ultrastructural, functional and molecular analysis will determine mechanisms underlying formation of tissue specific EC barriers. Deliverables include in vivo validated targets that could be used for i) opening the BBB on demand for drug delivery into the brain, and ii) to lower plasma lipid uptake via interfering with the LCB, with implications for prevention of obesity, cardiovascular disease and inflammation. These pioneering studies promise to open up new opportunities for research and treatment of neurovascular and cardiovascular disease.
Project acronym CRISP
Project Cognitive Aging: From Educational Opportunities to Individual Risk Profiles
Researcher (PI) Anja LEIST
Host Institution (HI) UNIVERSITE DU LUXEMBOURG
Summary Cognitive impairment and dementia have dramatic individual and social consequences, and create high economic costs for societies. In order to delay cognitive aging of future generations as long as possible, we need evidence about which contextual factors are most supportive for individuals to reach highest cognitive levels relative to their potential. At the same time, for current older generations, we need scalable methods to exactly identify individuals at risk of cognitive impairment. The project intends to apply recent methodological and statistical advancements to reach two objectives. Firstly, contextual influences on cognitive aging will be comparatively assessed, with a focus on inequalities related to educational opportunities and gender inequalities. This will be done using longitudinal, population-representative, harmonized cross-national aging surveys, merged with contextual information. Secondly, the project will quantify the ability of singular and clustered individual characteristics, such as indicators of cognitive reserve and behaviour change, to predict cognitive aging and diagnosis of dementia. Project methodology will rely partly on parametric 'traditional' multilevel- or fixed-effects modelling, partly on non-parametric statistical learning approaches, to address objectives both hypothesis- and data-driven. Applying statistical learning techniques in the field of cognitive reserve will open new research avenues for efficient handling of large amounts of data, among which most prominently the accurate prediction of health and disease outcomes. Quantifying the role of contextual inequalities related to education and gender will guide policymaking in and beyond the project. Assessing risk profiles of individuals in relation to cognitive aging will support efficient and scalable risk screening of individuals. Identifying the value of behaviour change to delay cognitive impairment will guide treatment plans for individuals affected by dementia.
Cognitive impairment and dementia have dramatic individual and social consequences, and create high economic costs for societies. In order to delay cognitive aging of future generations as long as possible, we need evidence about which contextual factors are most supportive for individuals to reach highest cognitive levels relative to their potential. At the same time, for current older generations, we need scalable methods to exactly identify individuals at risk of cognitive impairment. The project intends to apply recent methodological and statistical advancements to reach two objectives. Firstly, contextual influences on cognitive aging will be comparatively assessed, with a focus on inequalities related to educational opportunities and gender inequalities. This will be done using longitudinal, population-representative, harmonized cross-national aging surveys, merged with contextual information. Secondly, the project will quantify the ability of singular and clustered individual characteristics, such as indicators of cognitive reserve and behaviour change, to predict cognitive aging and diagnosis of dementia. Project methodology will rely partly on parametric 'traditional' multilevel- or fixed-effects modelling, partly on non-parametric statistical learning approaches, to address objectives both hypothesis- and data-driven. Applying statistical learning techniques in the field of cognitive reserve will open new research avenues for efficient handling of large amounts of data, among which most prominently the accurate prediction of health and disease outcomes. Quantifying the role of contextual inequalities related to education and gender will guide policymaking in and beyond the project. Assessing risk profiles of individuals in relation to cognitive aging will support efficient and scalable risk screening of individuals. Identifying the value of behaviour change to delay cognitive impairment will guide treatment plans for individuals affected by dementia.
Project acronym IMMCEPTION
Project Nociception and sensory nerves as regulators of type 2 immunity and skin inflammation
Researcher (PI) Nicolas GAUDENZIO
Summary Preserving skin homeostasis depends on complex interactions among structural cells, immune cells, and the environment. Dysregulation of this delicate equilibrium contributes to the development of type 2 immunity-associated skin inflammation (i.e., allergic skin inflammation), including atopic dermatitis (AD). The skin is a complex organ harboring various tissue-resident immune cells (e.g., dendritic cells, mast cells and macrophages) and innervated by a meshwork of sensory nerves, including those involved in nociception (i.e., nociceptors), which respond to injurious or potentially damaging stimuli by transmitting signals to the spinal cord and brain. Despite their role in the transmission of sensation, recent evidences have suggested that nociceptors could be powerful regulators of ongoing immune response. We wish to use sophisticated mouse models and new in vivo imaging approaches to define the roles of subsets of dermal nociceptors, cationic neuropeptide substance P, dermal mast cells expressing the recently discovered receptor for cationic molecules Mas-related G protein-coupled receptor b2 (i.e., Mrgprb2), in a mouse model of AD that has many pathological, immunological, and gene expression similarities with the corresponding human disorder. We also will define the translational relevance of our mouse studies by performing parallel analyzes of nociceptors and mast cells in the lesional skin of patients from USA and France with clinically-established AD. To accomplish these goals, we have proposed herein a body of work that is solidly based on our preliminary data, with four Aims that will test innovative hypotheses by using informative genetic approaches, as well as new intravital imaging systems we recently developed. This work thus will address significant gaps in our knowledge about the pathophysiology of AD and has the potential to identify such neuro-immune interactions as a promising new therapeutic target in AD and perhaps other allergic disorders.
Preserving skin homeostasis depends on complex interactions among structural cells, immune cells, and the environment. Dysregulation of this delicate equilibrium contributes to the development of type 2 immunity-associated skin inflammation (i.e., allergic skin inflammation), including atopic dermatitis (AD). The skin is a complex organ harboring various tissue-resident immune cells (e.g., dendritic cells, mast cells and macrophages) and innervated by a meshwork of sensory nerves, including those involved in nociception (i.e., nociceptors), which respond to injurious or potentially damaging stimuli by transmitting signals to the spinal cord and brain. Despite their role in the transmission of sensation, recent evidences have suggested that nociceptors could be powerful regulators of ongoing immune response. We wish to use sophisticated mouse models and new in vivo imaging approaches to define the roles of subsets of dermal nociceptors, cationic neuropeptide substance P, dermal mast cells expressing the recently discovered receptor for cationic molecules Mas-related G protein-coupled receptor b2 (i.e., Mrgprb2), in a mouse model of AD that has many pathological, immunological, and gene expression similarities with the corresponding human disorder. We also will define the translational relevance of our mouse studies by performing parallel analyzes of nociceptors and mast cells in the lesional skin of patients from USA and France with clinically-established AD. To accomplish these goals, we have proposed herein a body of work that is solidly based on our preliminary data, with four Aims that will test innovative hypotheses by using informative genetic approaches, as well as new intravital imaging systems we recently developed. This work thus will address significant gaps in our knowledge about the pathophysiology of AD and has the potential to identify such neuro-immune interactions as a promising new therapeutic target in AD and perhaps other allergic disorders.
Project acronym INVADERS
Project Mucus-Penetrating Microbiota: Characterization, Mechanism and Therapeutic in Metabolic Disease
Researcher (PI) Benoit CHASSAING
Summary Mucus-Penetrating Microbiota: Characterization, Mechanism and Therapeutic in Metabolic Disease Humanity is facing an epidemic of inter-related metabolic disorders, including obesity, insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and hepatic steatosis, that altogether have major impact on the promotion of cardiovascular diseases. The increasing incidence of these complex metabolic disorders and their highly morbid, chronic and costly downstream diseases threatens to overwhelm the world's health care systems and economies, making it a top public health priority in dire need of investigation. The intestinal tract is inhabited by a large and diverse community of bacteria, collectively referred to as the intestinal microbiota. When stably maintained at an appropriately safe distance from the epithelial cell monolayer, the microbiota provides important benefits to its host. However, disturbance of the microbiota-host relationship, promoted by genetic or non-genetic factors, can alter intestinal homeostasis and drive chronic low-grade intestinal inflammation, ultimately leading to metabolic abnormalities. We previously reported that a ubiquitous class of food additives, emulsifiers, detrimentally impact the microbiota resulting in its encroachment into the mucus layer that associated with low-grade inflammation and development of metabolic disorders. The central goal of this proposal is to investigate the hypothesis that bacteria that penetrate the inner part of the mucus layer, referred as invaders, promote development of metabolic alterations. We herein propose to identify mucus-invaders, in preclinical models and clinical conditions, and investigate mechanisms by which they promote inflammatory and metabolic abnormalities. Furthermore, we propose to define original approaches to modulate the intestinal microbiota in order to counteract microbiota encroachment and protect against associated metabolic abnormalities.
Mucus-Penetrating Microbiota: Characterization, Mechanism and Therapeutic in Metabolic Disease Humanity is facing an epidemic of inter-related metabolic disorders, including obesity, insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and hepatic steatosis, that altogether have major impact on the promotion of cardiovascular diseases. The increasing incidence of these complex metabolic disorders and their highly morbid, chronic and costly downstream diseases threatens to overwhelm the world's health care systems and economies, making it a top public health priority in dire need of investigation. The intestinal tract is inhabited by a large and diverse community of bacteria, collectively referred to as the intestinal microbiota. When stably maintained at an appropriately safe distance from the epithelial cell monolayer, the microbiota provides important benefits to its host. However, disturbance of the microbiota-host relationship, promoted by genetic or non-genetic factors, can alter intestinal homeostasis and drive chronic low-grade intestinal inflammation, ultimately leading to metabolic abnormalities. We previously reported that a ubiquitous class of food additives, emulsifiers, detrimentally impact the microbiota resulting in its encroachment into the mucus layer that associated with low-grade inflammation and development of metabolic disorders. The central goal of this proposal is to investigate the hypothesis that bacteria that penetrate the inner part of the mucus layer, referred as invaders, promote development of metabolic alterations. We herein propose to identify mucus-invaders, in preclinical models and clinical conditions, and investigate mechanisms by which they promote inflammatory and metabolic abnormalities. Furthermore, we propose to define original approaches to modulate the intestinal microbiota in order to counteract microbiota encroachment and protect against associated metabolic abnormalities.
Project acronym ReNewHydrides
Project Renewable Hydride Donors and Their Utilization in Catalytic Reduction and Deoxygenation Reactions
Researcher (PI) Thibault CANTAT
Host Institution (HI) COMMISSARIAT A L ENERGIE ATOMIQUE ET AUX ENERGIES ALTERNATIVES
Summary The production of chemicals, plastics, solvents, etc., contributes to 20 % of the Gross Value Added in the EU, where sales have doubled over the last 20 years. Despite this dynamism, the chemical industry is energy intensive and 95 % of organic chemicals derive from fossil oil and natural gas. To sustain the growth of this industry, the replacement of fossil feedstocks with renewable carbon, phosphorus and silicon sources should be encouraged. Nonetheless, such a sourcing shift represents a paradigm shift: while the development of petrochemistry has relied on the selective oxidation of hydrocarbons, the conversion of renewable feedstocks (e.g. CO2, phosphates, silicates or biomass) requires efficient reduction methods and catalysts to overcome their oxidized nature. Today, no reduction method meets the criteria for a versatile and energy efficient reduction of oxidized feedstocks and the aim of the ReNewHydrides project is to design novel reductants and catalytic reactions to achieve this important aim. At the crossroads of main group element chemistry, organometallic chemistry, electrochemistry and homogenous catalysis, I propose to develop innovative and recyclable reductants based on silicon and boron compounds, and to utilize them to tackle catalytic challenges in the reduction of C–O, P–O and Si–O bonds. The overarching principle is to build a balanced synthetic cycle, where the electrochemical reduction of functionalized and oxidized substrates is ensured by silicon and boron based hydride donors, with a high energy efficiency and selectivity. This project will foster innovative routes in the utilization of renewable carbon, phosphorus and silicon feedstocks. It is therefore of high risk, but ultimately extremely rewarding. The results will also also open-up new horizons in silicon and boron chemistry and they will finally serve the scientific community involved in the fields of organic and inorganic chemistry, sustainable chemistry and energy storage.
The production of chemicals, plastics, solvents, etc., contributes to 20 % of the Gross Value Added in the EU, where sales have doubled over the last 20 years. Despite this dynamism, the chemical industry is energy intensive and 95 % of organic chemicals derive from fossil oil and natural gas. To sustain the growth of this industry, the replacement of fossil feedstocks with renewable carbon, phosphorus and silicon sources should be encouraged. Nonetheless, such a sourcing shift represents a paradigm shift: while the development of petrochemistry has relied on the selective oxidation of hydrocarbons, the conversion of renewable feedstocks (e.g. CO2, phosphates, silicates or biomass) requires efficient reduction methods and catalysts to overcome their oxidized nature. Today, no reduction method meets the criteria for a versatile and energy efficient reduction of oxidized feedstocks and the aim of the ReNewHydrides project is to design novel reductants and catalytic reactions to achieve this important aim. At the crossroads of main group element chemistry, organometallic chemistry, electrochemistry and homogenous catalysis, I propose to develop innovative and recyclable reductants based on silicon and boron compounds, and to utilize them to tackle catalytic challenges in the reduction of C–O, P–O and Si–O bonds. The overarching principle is to build a balanced synthetic cycle, where the electrochemical reduction of functionalized and oxidized substrates is ensured by silicon and boron based hydride donors, with a high energy efficiency and selectivity. This project will foster innovative routes in the utilization of renewable carbon, phosphorus and silicon feedstocks. It is therefore of high risk, but ultimately extremely rewarding. The results will also also open-up new horizons in silicon and boron chemistry and they will finally serve the scientific community involved in the fields of organic and inorganic chemistry, sustainable chemistry and energy storage.
Project acronym ReverseAndCat
Project Reversible Creation of Non-Inherent Reactivity Patterns in Catalytic Organic Synthesis
Researcher (PI) Pawel Franciszek DYDIO
Host Institution (HI) CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE RECHERCHE AUX FRONTIERES DE LA CHIMIE FONDATION
Summary Current methods in organic synthesis only enable reactions at the most reactive bonds or at bonds predisposed by specific directing groups. Consequently, many less reactive bonds, including numerous C-H and C-C bonds, cannot be functionalized, enormously limiting the scope of possible transformations. To overcome these limitations, I propose Reverse&Cat, a revolutionary strategy using a novel method to change the reactivity pattern of molecules. This strategy combines the dynamic equilibrium mediated by the first catalyst and a functionalization reaction catalyzed by the second catalyst. The originality of the transformation stems from exploiting three simultaneous processes: (i) the dynamic exchange of one functional group (FG) for another FG that modulates the reactivity of the substrate; (ii) the functionalization of the temporarily activated bond; and (iii) the restoration of the initial FG. In essence, the processes (i) and (iii) – the components of the dynamic equilibrium – realize the novel concept of the temporary creation of non-inherent reactivity of a substrate. The program is divided in three phases, which will establish the full potential of the strategy. In phase A, I will develop a set of new reactions enabled by the bi-catalytic systems. I will exploit two types of reversible reactions: (1) reversible oxidation of alcohols, which delivers temporarily activated aldehydes/ketones, with the distinct reactivity of their C-H bonds; and (2) reversible retro-hydrofunctionalization of nitriles or their analogues, which delivers temporarily activated alkenes, containing allylic C-H and C=C bonds. In phase B, I will conduct detailed mechanistic studies to gain the mechanistic understanding and enable further rational development. In phase C, I will establish the utility of this new strategy in practical organic synthesis. Overall, the strategy will open a new dimension of reactivity, with prospective applications in production of fine-chemicals and materials.
Current methods in organic synthesis only enable reactions at the most reactive bonds or at bonds predisposed by specific directing groups. Consequently, many less reactive bonds, including numerous C-H and C-C bonds, cannot be functionalized, enormously limiting the scope of possible transformations. To overcome these limitations, I propose Reverse&Cat, a revolutionary strategy using a novel method to change the reactivity pattern of molecules. This strategy combines the dynamic equilibrium mediated by the first catalyst and a functionalization reaction catalyzed by the second catalyst. The originality of the transformation stems from exploiting three simultaneous processes: (i) the dynamic exchange of one functional group (FG) for another FG that modulates the reactivity of the substrate; (ii) the functionalization of the temporarily activated bond; and (iii) the restoration of the initial FG. In essence, the processes (i) and (iii) – the components of the dynamic equilibrium – realize the novel concept of the temporary creation of non-inherent reactivity of a substrate. The program is divided in three phases, which will establish the full potential of the strategy. In phase A, I will develop a set of new reactions enabled by the bi-catalytic systems. I will exploit two types of reversible reactions: (1) reversible oxidation of alcohols, which delivers temporarily activated aldehydes/ketones, with the distinct reactivity of their C-H bonds; and (2) reversible retro-hydrofunctionalization of nitriles or their analogues, which delivers temporarily activated alkenes, containing allylic C-H and C=C bonds. In phase B, I will conduct detailed mechanistic studies to gain the mechanistic understanding and enable further rational development. In phase C, I will establish the utility of this new strategy in practical organic synthesis. Overall, the strategy will open a new dimension of reactivity, with prospective applications in production of fine-chemicals and materials.
Project acronym SENSiSOFT
Project New sensor devices based on soft chemistry assisted nanostructured functional oxides on Si integrated systems
Researcher (PI) Adrien CARRETERO
Summary Piezoelectrics are the active elements of many everyday applications, from ink-jet printers to ultrasound generators, representing a billion euro industry. They are the key elements of motion sensors and resonators present in any wireless network sensor (WNS) node. However, an increased production of piezoelectrics in a sustainable way is to-date a milestone. SENSiSOFT proposes to come up with materials that can provide a solution to this problem: piezoelectric materials that are abundant, cheap and harmless. The aim of this project is to produce new piezoelectric devices of nanometer size with an unusual limit for wireless mechanical sensors, using direct and combined chemical integration of quartz, perovskite and hollandites materials as nanostructured epitaxial thin films on silicon. This is a major challenge that demands bridging the gap between soft-chemistry and microfabrication techniques. Three strategies are proposed for this goal: i) Implement a soft chemistry unified, monolithic process that will allow integrating epitaxial quartz, hollandite and perovskite oxide thin layers on silicon substrate with high piezoelectric response. ii) Nanostructuration of piezoelectric epitaxial oxide thin films into controllable morphologies or nanostructures, in particular porous structure and 1D nanowires or nanorods, allowing excellent properties of oxides to be exploited to the fullest, mainly by avoiding clamping and improving its sensitivity. iii) Fabrication of nanostructured SAW resonator-based and a LAMB-WAVE multisensor for monitoring mechanical parameters (mass, forces, pressure…). We will use MEMs technology in order to be able to define resonating structures (plates, membranes, bridges…) by silicon micromachining. So, SENSiSOFT presents three innovative strategies to develop sensor devices capable to answer the metrology demand, with a detection threshold 10 to 100 times more sensitive resulting from a 1D and 2D configuration of novel piezoelectric oxides.
Piezoelectrics are the active elements of many everyday applications, from ink-jet printers to ultrasound generators, representing a billion euro industry. They are the key elements of motion sensors and resonators present in any wireless network sensor (WNS) node. However, an increased production of piezoelectrics in a sustainable way is to-date a milestone. SENSiSOFT proposes to come up with materials that can provide a solution to this problem: piezoelectric materials that are abundant, cheap and harmless. The aim of this project is to produce new piezoelectric devices of nanometer size with an unusual limit for wireless mechanical sensors, using direct and combined chemical integration of quartz, perovskite and hollandites materials as nanostructured epitaxial thin films on silicon. This is a major challenge that demands bridging the gap between soft-chemistry and microfabrication techniques. Three strategies are proposed for this goal: i) Implement a soft chemistry unified, monolithic process that will allow integrating epitaxial quartz, hollandite and perovskite oxide thin layers on silicon substrate with high piezoelectric response. ii) Nanostructuration of piezoelectric epitaxial oxide thin films into controllable morphologies or nanostructures, in particular porous structure and 1D nanowires or nanorods, allowing excellent properties of oxides to be exploited to the fullest, mainly by avoiding clamping and improving its sensitivity. iii) Fabrication of nanostructured SAW resonator-based and a LAMB-WAVE multisensor for monitoring mechanical parameters (mass, forces, pressure…). We will use MEMs technology in order to be able to define resonating structures (plates, membranes, bridges…) by silicon micromachining. So, SENSiSOFT presents three innovative strategies to develop sensor devices capable to answer the metrology demand, with a detection threshold 10 to 100 times more sensitive resulting from a 1D and 2D configuration of novel piezoelectric oxides.
Project acronym TEMPORE
Project Self-Regulating Porous Nano-Oscillators: from Nanoscale Homeostasis to Time-Programmable Devices
Researcher (PI) Marco FAUSTINI
Host Institution (HI) SORBONNE UNIVERSITE
Summary Living systems exhibit unique autonomous behaviors such as homeostasis, self-regulation or spontaneous oscillations, not existing in conventional materials. Designing artificial systems with life-like functionalities is a long-standing challenge in chemistry and material science. This groundbreaking research field has been developed exclusively at the molecular and supramolecular level, through chemical self-regulation based on interconnected networks of reactions in solution. In this project, I will explore a conceptually new and different approach based on interconnected nanomaterials in open atmosphere; I will design a new family of autonomous systems, called porous Nano-Oscillators, exhibiting a "physical" self-regulation mechanism at the nanoscale. To do so, I will engineer nanoparticles, nanoporous materials and light in a very specific way in order to activate artificial feedback loops; self-oscillatory behavior will be time-programmed by exploiting the sorption dynamics of the nanoporous materials. I will exploit a multidisciplinary approach based on nanochemistry, nanofabrication and optics to fabricate isolated and groups of nano-oscillators and to investigate their dynamic behaviors. By analogy with cells, communication, synchronization and collective response will be investigated by a new methodology able to describe the spatiotemporal evolutions of self-oscillating nano-objects in controlled environments. Themo-optical simulations will support the experimental work by providing thermodynamic and kinetic guidelines. Inspired by examples from nature, I will provide proof-of-concept of time-programmable, autonomous devices, working in open atmosphere with unprecedented functionalities.
Living systems exhibit unique autonomous behaviors such as homeostasis, self-regulation or spontaneous oscillations, not existing in conventional materials. Designing artificial systems with life-like functionalities is a long-standing challenge in chemistry and material science. This groundbreaking research field has been developed exclusively at the molecular and supramolecular level, through chemical self-regulation based on interconnected networks of reactions in solution. In this project, I will explore a conceptually new and different approach based on interconnected nanomaterials in open atmosphere; I will design a new family of autonomous systems, called porous Nano-Oscillators, exhibiting a "physical" self-regulation mechanism at the nanoscale. To do so, I will engineer nanoparticles, nanoporous materials and light in a very specific way in order to activate artificial feedback loops; self-oscillatory behavior will be time-programmed by exploiting the sorption dynamics of the nanoporous materials. I will exploit a multidisciplinary approach based on nanochemistry, nanofabrication and optics to fabricate isolated and groups of nano-oscillators and to investigate their dynamic behaviors. By analogy with cells, communication, synchronization and collective response will be investigated by a new methodology able to describe the spatiotemporal evolutions of self-oscillating nano-objects in controlled environments. Themo-optical simulations will support the experimental work by providing thermodynamic and kinetic guidelines. Inspired by examples from nature, I will provide proof-of-concept of time-programmable, autonomous devices, working in open atmosphere with unprecedented functionalities.
Project acronym VESSEL CO-COPTION
Project Vessel co-option and radioresistance in glioblastoma
Researcher (PI) Giorgio SEANO
Host Institution (HI) INSTITUT CURIE
Summary Glioblastoma (GBM) is one of the deadliest types of human cancer. Despite a very aggressive treatment regime – including resection of the tumor, radiation and chemotherapy – its estimated recurrence rate is more than 90%. Recurrence is mostly caused by the regrowth of highly invasive cells spreading from the tumor bulk, which are not removed by resection. To develop an effective therapeutic approach, we need to better understand the underlying molecular mechanism of radiation resistance and tumor spreading in GBM. Radioresistance in GBM is attributed to glioma stem cells (GSCs), a fraction of perivascular, self-renewing, multipotent and tumor-initiating cells. Growing evidence highlights the perivascular space as a niche for GSC survival, resistance to therapy, progression and dissemination. The unknown factor is the dynamics of GSCs, how they end up in the vascular niche and how this impacts on radioresistance. My overall hypothesis is that GSCs reach the perivascular niche through vessel co-option - the directional migration of tumor cells towards vessels - and that targeting vessel co-option has the potential to radiosensitize GBM. With this project, we aim to uncover the exact molecular and cellular connections among vessel co-option, GSCs, the vascular niche and radioresistance. Using multiple strategies, such as multiphoton intravital microscopy, orthotopic models of GBM, organotypic cultures, screenings and survival studies, we will investigate and mechanistically change the dynamics of GSC and differentiated GBM cells in order to understand the role of their interaction with brain vessels and whether this confers resistance to radiotherapy. These studies will provide clinically relevant insights into the involvement of GSCs, the vascular niche and vessel co-option in the resistance of GBM to therapy. Since all GBM patients receive radiotherapy, many would benefit from therapeutic strategies aimed at increasing its efficacy.
Glioblastoma (GBM) is one of the deadliest types of human cancer. Despite a very aggressive treatment regime – including resection of the tumor, radiation and chemotherapy – its estimated recurrence rate is more than 90%. Recurrence is mostly caused by the regrowth of highly invasive cells spreading from the tumor bulk, which are not removed by resection. To develop an effective therapeutic approach, we need to better understand the underlying molecular mechanism of radiation resistance and tumor spreading in GBM. Radioresistance in GBM is attributed to glioma stem cells (GSCs), a fraction of perivascular, self-renewing, multipotent and tumor-initiating cells. Growing evidence highlights the perivascular space as a niche for GSC survival, resistance to therapy, progression and dissemination. The unknown factor is the dynamics of GSCs, how they end up in the vascular niche and how this impacts on radioresistance. My overall hypothesis is that GSCs reach the perivascular niche through vessel co-option - the directional migration of tumor cells towards vessels - and that targeting vessel co-option has the potential to radiosensitize GBM. With this project, we aim to uncover the exact molecular and cellular connections among vessel co-option, GSCs, the vascular niche and radioresistance. Using multiple strategies, such as multiphoton intravital microscopy, orthotopic models of GBM, organotypic cultures, screenings and survival studies, we will investigate and mechanistically change the dynamics of GSC and differentiated GBM cells in order to understand the role of their interaction with brain vessels and whether this confers resistance to radiotherapy. These studies will provide clinically relevant insights into the involvement of GSCs, the vascular niche and vessel co-option in the resistance of GBM to therapy. Since all GBM patients receive radiotherapy, many would benefit from therapeutic strategies aimed at increasing its efficacy.


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Davis: It's time to pick up the pace
Glasgow Rocks coach Sterling Davis is hopeful that his team can 'pick up the pace at the right time' following the excellent win over Newcastle Eagles at the weekend.
In front of their home fans, Glasgow ended a run of four successive BBL defeats with an 85-77 victory on Sunday, handing Newcastle only their third defeat of the entire campaign in the process.
It was a famous night for Davis' team and the Rocks coach was delighted with his players, especially considering it was the first time he has had a full strength team to choose from for quite some time.
Speaking exclusively to bblfans.com, he said: "The guys really played well. They are always up for a game against Newcastle and vice versa. It was pretty good to have a full team out there and that gave us even more motivation."
"It was almost overwhelming at times to have so many players compared to what we have been used to this year. It was good to have everybody playing on the same court again."
The American is also hopeful that this victory can be the start of a positive run for his team as they look to finish what has been a frustrating campaign on a high note.
"It [the win over Newcastle] has been a big morale boost for the guys. As a group it gives us a level of playing to stay at."
"It was a good game for us and hopefully we can pick up the pace at the right time at the end of the season for the play-offs."
Despite defeating Newcastle on the night, Davis is still convinced that the Eagles are the front runners for success this year, saying: "Newcastle are definitely still the team to beat. They have proven themselves time and time again."
"They deserve a lot of credit for what they have done up to this point and I respect them for that."
Sunday night definitely belonged to Glasgow though and speaking about the remainder of the campaign, Davis believes that his team are more than capable of going on a good run.
"I'm taking it one game at a time, but I think do I think we have the tools to win basketball games? Yes. Whatever game it is, I think we have the potential to be a pretty good team."
"It comes down to two things. Number one – us staying healthy. Number two – us playing to our potential. If these two things come into play, we should be OK and should be able to go on a good run."
Glasgow Rocks are next in action against the Sheffield Sharks on the 13th April.
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1-62 First Battle Site [7]
2-62 Johnson's Island [13]
3-62 Erie Proving Ground [4]
4-62 Camp Perry [7]
5-62 First Ship-To-Shore Radio Broadcast [11]
6-62 The Keeper's House [17]
7-62 Israel Harrington and Elmore [8]
8-62 Gibraltar Island [12]
9-62 South Bass Island Light [9]
10-62 Ottawa County Courthouse [7]
11-62 Lake Erie - A Feature of Ohio's Water Resources [15]
12-62 Magee Marsh Wildlife Area - A Feature of the Great Black Swamp [6]
13-62 Joseph De Rivera St. Jurgo, 1813-1889 [13]
14-62 Jay Cooke Mansion [8]
15-62 Lakeside - "The Chautauqua of Lake Erie" [12]
16-62 World's Shortest Airline [14]
17-62 The Lakeside Volunteer Fire Protective Association/ The Fire of October 20, 1929 [5]
18-62 The Light / The Keepers of the Light [4]
19-62 Railroad Importance to Camp Perry [7]
20-62 Genoa Town Hall & Opera House [1]
Home / Ottawa County
1-62 First Battle Site
Front Text: The first War of 1812 battle on Ohio soil was fought here when about 60 exhausted citizen soldiers were ambushed by about 130 Indians on September 29. Twenty men held the Indians at bay from a cabin while the main body escaped by boat to Cedar Point. Two days later the defenders were rescued. Forty Indians including several chiefs and 8 Americans were killed in the skirmish, neither a victory nor a defeat for either side. Back Text: Same
Address: Immediately W of 9948 E Bayshore Road, Lakeside Marblehead
Location: At pullout next to the entrance of Historic Harbor
2-62 Johnson's Island
Front Text: Military Prison Camp In 1861 the United States Army established a prisoner of war camp on Johnson's Island, approximately 1 mile south of this point. The camp, which housed captured Confederate officers, was maintained until 1865 when it was dismantled. The camp cemetery contains the graves of 206 men who died as a result of disease, wounds, or by execution while incarcerated. Back Text: Same
Address: SE corner of E Bayshore Road and Gaydos Road, Lakeside Marblehead
3-62 Erie Proving Ground
Front Text: Established as Camp Perry Proving Ground, March, 1918, and later designated Erie Proving Ground, Erie Ordinance Depot, and Erie Army Depot. Artillery, tank guns, and armor plate were proof tested here during wartime periods. Over 5,000 persons were employed during World War II. Served as a storage, maintenance, and repair facility during peacetime. Closed January, 1967. Back Text: Same
Address: NW corner of OH 2 and Avenue H, Port Clinton
Location: At the entrance of the Lake Erie Business Park
4-62 Camp Perry
Front Text: In an effort to improve the marksmanship of Ohio soldiers, Adjutant General Ammon B. Critchfield established Camp Perry, an Ohio National Guard Military Training site on the shore of Lake Erie in 1906. Camp Perry was named after Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who defeated British forces in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. This particular location was ideal for shooting ranges because varying-length ranges were able to share a common firing line, and shooting practice could take place on all ranges, without the added risk of stray bullets. (continued on other side) Back Text: These specialized shooting ranges were developed for national and international competition between civilian and military teams. Camp Perry has played numerous roles through the years, including holding Italian and German prisoners of war during World War II and, at varying times, serving as an Army Reception Center. National Rifle Association rifle and pistol matches have been held here since 1907. Additionally, in 1990, United States Coast Guard reservists trained here in preparation for the Persian Gulf War.
Address: Intersection of Niagra and Lawrence Road, Port Clinton
Location: At the Memorial Plaza at the end of Niagra
5-62 First Ship-To-Shore Radio Broadcast
Front Text: On July 18, 1907, Dr. Lee deForest broadcast the first ship-to-shore radio message from the steam yacht Thelma. The communication provided quick, accurate race results of the Annual Inter-Lakes Yachting Association (I-LYA) Regatta. Frank E. Butler, a Monroeville, Ohio, native and assistant to deForest, was stationed in the pavilion at Fox's Dock (known today as The Jet Express Dock) and received the radio transmission. The creation of the vacuum tube by deForest permitted the rapid development of radio and eventually television. The inventor disliked the existing term "wireless," and chose a new moniker -- "radio." On this site wireless-transmission radio broadcasting was born. Back Text: Same
Address: NW corner of Bayview Avenue and Hartford Avenue, Put-in-Bay
Location: At the entrance to the Jet Express landing
6-62 The Keeper's House
Front Text: Built in 1822, this native limestone structure was the home of Benajah Wolcott, first keeper of the Marblehead Lighthouse (originally called the Sandusky Bay Light), and his second wife, Rachel Miller Wolcott. Benajah maintained the lighthouse from 1822 until his death ten years later. After Benajah's passing the U.S. Government appointed Rachel as the keeper, making her the first female lighthouse keeper on the Great Lakes. The building is the oldest known residence still standing in Ottawa County and is a fine example of a "hall-and-parlor house," an early American home design. Back Text: Same
Address: 9999 E Bayshore Road, Lakeside Marblehead
7-62 Israel Harrington and Elmore
Front Text: Israel Harrington (1779-1841) established a tavern at Lower Sandusky (now Fremont) shortly after the War of 1812. As a judge and land speculator, Harrington influenced the organization of much of northwestern Ohio. In 1824 he traded the tavern for land a short distance from this site, where an Indian trail crossed the Portage River. Elmore grew from this settlement. Harrington and his father (also Israel Harrington, a veteran of the American Revolution) are interred here, along with many of the pioneers who transformed this section of the Black Swamp into productive farmland. Back Text: Same
Address: Intersection of Rice and Clinton Streets, Elmore
Location: In the cemetery on the N side of Rice Street
8-62 Gibraltar Island
Front Text: This 6.5 acre island, named for the resemblance of its dolomite ledges to the Rock of Gibraltar, was the likely observation site for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's naval forces during the Battle of Lake Erie in September 1813. Stone Laboratory, located on both Gibraltar and South Bass islands, is the oldest freshwater biological field station and research laboratory in the United States. Founded in 1895 as the Lake Laboratory, it was named for Franz Stone, whose son Julius purchased the island from the Jay Cooke family and presented it to Ohio State University in 1925. It continues as the research and teaching laboratory for the Ohio Sea Grant College Program. The Jay Cooke Castle on the island is a National Historic Landmark. Back Text: Same
Address: Across from 878 Bayview Avenue, Put-in-Bay
Location: Near the Stone Laboratory sign
9-62 South Bass Island Light
Front Text: Constructed and first lit in 1897, the South Bass Island Light was in continuous operation until 1962 when the U. S. Coast Guard built an automated light tower to replace it. Significant for its contribution to transportation and commerce on Lake Erie, the South Bass Island Light was built to safely guide vessels through the crowded South Passage. Although many light stations were constructed with a dwelling as a separate structure, the keeper's dwelling of the South Bass Light was attached to the 60-foot tower. The dwelling was designed in the Queen Anne style with red brick laid in Flemish bond. Outbuildings, a barn and oil house, were built in 1899. In 1967, The Ohio State University acquired the property for support of the F. T. Stone Laboratory programs for research, education, and outreach. South Bass Island Light was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. Back Text: Same
Address: 2360 Langram Road, Put-in-Bay
10-62 Ottawa County Courthouse
Front Text: As the county seat, Port Clinton is home to the present Ottawa County Courthouse, completed on May 20, 1901 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. Constructed in the Richardson Romanesque style, the exterior of the courthouse was built using sandstone quarried at Amherst, Ohio. Pink marble wainscoting, an ornate staircase, and stenciling enhance the interior. A copy of William Powell's mural, "Perry's Victory on Lake Erie," is featured along with smaller murals depicting early county industries - farming, fishing, fruit growing, and quarrying. Memorial tablets honor veterans from the Spanish-American War and Civil War. Back Text: Same
Address: 315 Madison Street, Port Clinton
11-62 Lake Erie - A Feature of Ohio's Water Resources
Front Text: In total area, Lake Erie is the twelfth largest freshwater lake in the world and the most shallow of the five Great Lakes. It is about 210 miles long, 57 miles wide, with a shoreline of approximately 871 miles, and has a maximum depth of 210 feet. It served as a passage for early explorers navigating by canoe into the interior of North America and has since become a key link to commercial shipping on the Great Lakes. Lake Erie is an important water resource for recreation and tourism as well as for municipal and industrial use. Its warm, shallow waters harbor a diverse and abundant fishery, primarily known by anglers for fine catches of walleye, yellow perch, and smallmouth bass. Back Text: Same
Address: 110 Lighthouse Drive, Marblehead
Location: Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
12-62 Magee Marsh Wildlife Area - A Feature of the Great Black Swamp
Front Text: A dense swamp forest roughly the size of the state of Connecticut once stretched across this region of Ohio and Indiana. A remnant of ancient Lake Maumee, this dense, soggy flatland supported abundant waterfowl and wildlife, but blocked travel and settlement and remained largely uninhabited until it was cleared and drained for agriculture between 1860 and 1885. This marsh and other scatter remnants are all that remain of the Great Black Swamp. Managed for a variety of wetland wildlife, Magee is one of the premier bird watching sites in North America, with more than 300 species. Back Text: Same
Address: 13229 OH 2, Oak Harbor
Location: On the N side of the Crane Creek Wildlife Research parking lot


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Lion & Lion hires new head of social
Lion & Lion has hired Ham Maghazeh as head of social media to fuel future social innovation for business growth across the company's key markets and offices. In this new role, he will be responsible for propelling the company's value to deliver a genuine impact for businesses in Southeast Asia by enabling creative solutions for experiential and integrated campaigns. He will be directly reporting to Cheelip Ong, regional chief creative officer of Lion & Lion.
Cheelip Ong, regional chief creative officer of Lion & Lion says "As we evolve our creative solutions with the arrival of each new social media channel, it is pivotal that we help brands discover the most optimal ways to engage in the social media space. Ham's rich expertise in digital and social content engagement will help our brands deliver even more impact with their content.".
A digital native multi-discipline professional, Maghazeh brings in a rich 15 years of digital and social media communications experience working with brands such as Mondelez, Pepsico, Diageo Unilever, Samsung, RHB just to name a few. Maghazeh was previously with Dolphin as digital director and was also social media at BBDO Malaysia. He previously worked with Publicis One and Isobar in the social capacity as well.
On his appointment, Maghazeh said, "I can't wait to partner with Ong and the Lion & Lion team to level up our offering with the magic of creativity by creating content that converts; by combining social data and technology, content and commerce solutions. There is a huge potential in ever evolving social space for what we can achieve together for our clients."
Last year the agency also hired Ben Chew as MD for Malaysia as Jeppe Carlsen assumed the role of group director, new business and strategy, a newly created regional role focused on the agency's growth. Chew will be leading the agency into the next stage of its successful transformation, along with playing a key role in propelling Lion & Lion's integrated marketing model at a regional level. Prior to Lion & Lion, Chew was MD of BBDO Malaysia, which announced in April that it is folding operations in Malaysia. He was appointed to the role at BBDO in September 2019, replacing Farrah Harith-McPherson who joined m/SIX as GM.
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How Gaëtan Dugas Erroneously Became "AIDS Patient Zero"
By Gina Dimuro
The real Gaëtan Dugas was not the monstrous "AIDS Patient Zero" the media portrayed him to be — and even helped the CDC fight the disease.
Wikimedia CommonsFor decades, Gaëtan Dugas was wrongfully labeled as "AIDS Patient Zero," the man who brought the disease to America.
Since the beginning of the AIDS pandemic, 35.4 million people have died of AIDS-related illnesses. And for a long time, one man, a Canadian flight attendant named Gaëtan Dugas, was considered as the person who brought the virus to America.
But the story of the so-called "AIDS Patient Zero" was actually a tragic misunderstanding — one that nevertheless persisted for years.
A Mysterious Illness
Getty ImagesMarchers in a Gay Pride parade through New York City, carry a banner that reads 'A.I.D.S.: We need research, not hysteria!' June 1983.
It all started in New York City in the early 1970s. Young, seemingly healthy men, were suddenly dying at alarming rates. Doctors could not understand the cause and as far as anyone could figure out, the victims only shared one common trait: They were all gay.
The strange illness seemed contained to a small group of gay men in New York at first. Soon, however, the number of infected men began to double each year until almost seven percent of gay men in New York were infected. In 1976, the first case was detected all the way across the country in San Francisco. Soon, the fear of a nation-wide pandemic caused much of the American public to descend into panic.
Early theories about this disease that we now know as AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) were bizarre: The New York Times even speculated that the mystery illness stemmed from "overexposure to sperm from many sources…having an immune-suppressant effect." As the number of cases continued to grow without any sign of their source, the disease became a kind of stigma surrounding the American gay community.
Finally, in 1981, scientist William Darrow from the Center for Disease Control made a breakthrough.
After research revealed some of the infected men had been involved with each other sexually, Darrow began to suspect the syndrome might be a new kind of STD. Acting on his hunch, Darrow started asking his subjects about their sexual partners to try and see if there was a common link connecting the cases. Darrow's suspicions were confirmed after several of the men each separately gave him the name of the same partner: Gaëtan Dugas.
Who Was Gaëtan Dugas, "AIDS Patient Zero"?
Le MondeGaëtan Dugas.
Born in 1953 in Quebec, Gaëtan Dugas was a handsome flight attendant who had begun working for Air Canada in 1974.
Darrow was able to trace eight of the cases reported in Los Angeles directly back to Dugas. The CDC quickly contacted him asking for his help in research in what they were now sure was a completely new sexually transmitted disease.
Dugas was more than happy to oblige. He flew to CDC headquarters in Atlanta and donated large amounts of his blood that would prove critical in future research.
He even volunteered to give the scientists an incredibly detailed list of some of his other partners who he thought might have been infected to help them trace the spread of the disease throughout the country. In total, Dugas estimated he'd had around 750 sexual partners over the past three years and provided the CDC with roughly 10 percent of their names.
The "charismatic," "kind," and "energetic," but ultimately doomed young Canadian returned home to Quebec and decided to volunteer at a clinic for HIV-infected men in Canada. He passed away from AIDS-related complications in March of 1984, one month after turning 31.
Mapping The Origins Of AIDS
Wikimedia CommonsThe graph published in Darrow's study showed the role Dugas played in bringing AIDS to the West Coast, but did not claim that he was the first infected patient.
That very same month, Darrow published his study on AIDS. The research attempted to prove that the disease, which was in fact an immune deficiency, spread through sexual intercourse. Darrow had laid out the path of the transmission in a diagram showing the disease's spread from New York to California.
The study did not use any names but rather designated the infected men based on their locations. The patients in Los Angeles were therefore referred to as LA1, LA2, LA3, etc., while Dugas (who stood in the center of the diagram to show his role in the spread of the disease between the coasts) was dubbed "Patient O" (the letter, not the numeral) for "Outside of California."
The American public at last had some answers about the fatal mystery disease. Yet, the publication of the CDC study did little to quell the panic. The furor only built up over the next few years as more and more people began contracting AIDS while the medical community made little progress in checking its spread.
Unfortunately, since the study had offered so little concrete information, AIDS continued to be viewed as a strictly "gay" disease that had spread so rapidly due to the promiscuous lifestyles of the community. Further cementing this stereotype was the publication of San Francisco Chronicle journalist Randy Shilts' book And the Band Played On in 1987.
From "Patient O" To "Patient Zero"
The fictionalized version of Dugas and Darrow's meeting in the film version of And the Band Played On.
Similarly to Darrow, Shilts attempted to track the spread of AIDS throughout America. He had been covering the unfolding of the epidemic for a few years, earning praise from the gay community for propelling AIDS out of the shadows. Yet, in contrast to the CDC study, Shilts' work was not solely scientific but took a moral stance on the spread of the disease, which he saw as the result of the callousness and unchecked pursuit of sexual partners by those who had the disease.
In particular, Gaëtan Dugas played the role of the central villain in Shilts' tale, where he appears as a pleasure-seeking sociopath. Rather than willingly assist the CDC and volunteer his time, Shilts' Dugas angrily responds "I've got it…they can get it too" when told he must stop frequenting gay bathhouses.
When Shilts interviewed employees at the CDC, they mistakenly referred to Dugas as "AIDS Patient Zero" rather than "Patient O," the result of a small typo. Shilts recalled he thought "Ooh, that's catchy" and seized upon the dramatic epithet for his book. This encouraged the implication that "AIDS Patient Zero" was the first man to contract the disease and was therefore responsible for its spread.
Meanwhile, And the Band Played On was a huge hit. The media was only too eager to portray Gaëtan Dugas as "AIDS Patient Zero" and "The Man Who Gave Us AIDS." The very notion of "AIDS Patient Zero" became a staple of everyday conversations and the portrait Shilts painted of Dugas soon overshadowed the truth.
Getty ImagesNearly 2,000 people participate in an annual candlelight parade devoted to gay and lesbian pride and the social concerns surrounding AIDS.
In a twist of tragic irony, Shilts himself also passed away from AIDS-related complications in 1994, by which time the worst stereotypes about the disease and the American gay community were already an integral part of the popular imagination. It would take two more decades and advancement in scientific research to finally clear the name of Gaëtan Dugas.
In the following years, as scientists continued to study the immunodeficiency disease and get the epidemic under control, several new facts came to light.
Thanks to advances in genetic analysis, a 2016 study of Dugas's blood revealed that the strain of HIV he had carried existed in several other gay men in New York well before he first visited the city in 1974. Part of the difficulty in tracing the origins of the disease stems from the fact that it has a long incubation period, meaning it can go undetected for a long time.
Modern researchers were able to confirm that the strand of HIV that triggered the American AIDS epidemic was first carried over from Africa to Haiti by civil servants in the late 1960s, before finally arriving in the United States circa 1971.
Although the scientific data has proven that Gaëtan Dugas was not responsible for the spread of AIDS, the "AIDS Patient Zero" story has been circulated for so long that it may still yet take much longer to get rid of the stigma attached not only to Gaëtan Dugas, but also to the gay community as a whole.
Next, read more about the truth behind the spread of AIDS in the United States. Then, find out about the single photo of David Kirby that changed the way Americans viewed AIDS.
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Here They Go Again: #ExxonKnew Activists to Re-Release Old Documents in Desperate Bid for Relevance
BY Katie Brown, PhD Jul. 19, 2016 7
In its crusade to draw parallels between Big Tobacco and Big Oil, the #ExxonKnew campaign is making its most desperate pitch to date this week, following the publication of a devastating op-ed in the Washington Post authored by Dennis Vacco, a former New York attorney general who actually litigated and settled the Big Tobacco cases and pointed out that "ExxonMobil is nothing like them."
The latest desperate move comes from a group called the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL), which – according to a news release obtained by Energy In Depth – is about to release documents that purport to show how the "denial" playbook "originated not with tobacco—as long assumed—but with the oil industry itself."
Now, if you're feeling as though you've heard this tale before, it's because you have – and it was pretty weak the first ten times. But before we get into the documents themselves, reporters and the public should know who CIEL actually is: yet another Rockefeller-funded key player in the #ExxonKnew campaign.
Meet the new boss, same as the old boss
CIEL's President and CEO Carroll Muffett sits the board of the Climate Accountability Institute, which co-hosted the now infamous La Jolla conference in 2012 where activists brainstormed how they could use racketeering laws to prosecute ExxonMobil. He was also one of the participants in that closed-door meeting at the Rockefeller Family Fund offices where activists strategized on how they could establish "in the public's mind that Exxon is a corrupt institution." Prior to joining CIEL, Muffett worked for a number of activist organizations including Greenpeace and the International Conservation and Defenders of Wildlife. He recently joined activists such as Naomi Oreskes, who wrote a book that attempts to tie ExxonMobil to Big Tobacco, at a recent forum on Capitol Hill held by members of Congress sympathetic to their campaign. Matt Pawa, the activist who made himself famous for briefing the attorneys general ahead of their March 29th press conference with Al Gore, is on the CIEL board of trustees.
Considering this, it's no surprise CIEL is in cahoots with all the key players of the #ExxonKnew campaign, even quoting the likes of Matt Pawa and Peter Frumhoff of the Union of Concerned Scientists (who also briefed the AGs before their press conferences) in their first press release. Sharon Eubanks, who was involved in the tobacco litigation, Bill McKibben of 350.org, and Annie Leonard of Greenpeace also got to have their say. In other words, this is the same old gang that can't shoot straight.
As for the "new" documents, from CIEL's latest press release it appears the group will be "unveiling" documents from the Stanford Research Institute, which the group claims "was instrumental in the oil industry's Smoke and Fumes efforts" and "carried out similar efforts for tobacco spanning more than a decade, including psychographic analysis." If that's the case, these documents are in no way new – they've been on CIEL's website for months as this below screen shot, taken from an April 14, 2016 cache of the site, shows:
CIEL further claims that these documents "remain under seal," completely ignoring the fact that the Tobacco Archives provides access to 26 million pages of documents that are scanned and available in an online, searchable database. That's all part of the problem that the #ExxonKnew camp continues to have: they waffle back and forth on whether these documents were "secret" or not – they just can't decide.
Re-releasing old material is nothing new for this group. In fact, CIEL has been getting so little attention on its #ExxonKnew materials that it simply relaunched the same database it released in April again in May in an effort to get news hits. They managed to dupe some outlets into reporting on their already-launched material – let's hope reporters don't make that same embarrassing mistake again. If they do, they should at the very least disclose who is funding CIEL and indeed the entire #ExxonKnew campaign.
With this latest stunt underway the big question is: what silly narratives will they come up with next? Exxon-Valdez caused by climate "denial"?
***Note: EID will be updating this post as more information becomes available tomorrow on the full rollout by CIEL.
AG, Center for International Environmental Law, CIEL, climate, Eric Schneiderman, ExxonKnew, ExxonMobil, fraud, Matt Pawa, Peter Frumhoff, Union of Concerned Scientists


Did you know coreDS™ can be used to connect two different RTI/Standard together?
A couple of lines of code is all you need and you get your own network translator!
The following example shows how to create a bridge between two connections. In this case we are exchanging data between a HLA 1.3 federation (using a really old version of the RPR FOM) with a HLA 1516e federation using the latest RPR FOM.
Now we define callbacks for each connection. The callback will take care of transferring the information from one connection to the other.
Then, all we need to do is to send the received information, in this case from connection 0, to connection 1.
Since all the exchanged data use locally defined names, no matter the FOM file or DIS PDUs, there is no need to re-interpret the data. We just let the engine take care of converting everything to the correct format. A single line of code to the trick.
In the first connection, define the mapping between the FOM file and the labels defined in the code.
Using the same labels do the mapping for the other connection.
Voilà! You can now run two simulators, using two different RTIs with two different FOM file with a minimal number of lines.


To be honest, I have a love/hate relationship with breaks. A part of me loves the time to choose how I spend my days, getting to blog and read and just catch up on life (not to mention sleeping in as late as I want and getting to watch some Gilmore Girls, too!). It's refreshing, and as a teacher, I cannot tell you just how important it is to recharge and rest up, too; it's something that I've learned the hard way, let me tell ya. But the other part of me kind of misses the kids. I don't miss their yelling and tantrums, but I miss their hugs, their smiles, and the way they all want to sit on your lap when you read a story.
+When kids ask or invite you over to play with their toys. I love that preschoolers love their teachers so much that they'd invite you over to your house. I'm pretty sure you wouldn't want this happening three years from now, kiddo, but I'll smile and tell you "sure" anyway even though I know it won't happen.
+When kids tell you 'I love you.' And that, my friends, is why I teach.
+Listening to kids ride tricycles on the playground. "I'm going to win (aka beat) him! I'm going to win him!"
+I was talking with one of the kids and I asked her if she did or could do something. She told me, "No, I'm not an adult anymore! I'm a kid!"
+When people ask you why you teach and all you can say is because you love it. You love kids. You love teaching. You love it. Actually loving your job is such a blessing and something I'm learning not to take for granted.
+One of the kiddos wanted me to read his t-shirt and when I said "Just do it," he corrected me and said, "No, that says Justin Bieber!" That's pretty close kiddo, pretty close.
+When kids tell you they want to grow up and be bumblebees. Kids have the best career aspirations, I tell ya.
+A teacher brought in their Frozen soundtrack and was playing it during free choice time and it was beyond cute to see all the little girls listen the music, freeze, and then exclaim that they know that song. You'd better believe there was some belting of Let it Go. And plenty of music recommendations from little girls to watch that movie as well (still haven't gotten a chance to yet!), too.
+When a child asks if a dub-step freestyle dancer is Michael Jackson and then proceeds to dance like him, too. Preschoolers are the definition of carefree and creative, I tell ya.
+When another child dances in front of a teacher and asks if his dancing makes her laugh. He continues to dance when she answers "yes" because he like to make her laugh. Kids are also people-pleasers, and pretty good ones at that.
Got any funny kid stories to share? And if you need another laugh or two, read the first volume of this series here.
how fun!!! :) what an awesome job to have!!
There are definitely NO dull moments at work, that's for sure. :) And while it can be crazy at times, it really is an awesome job. Thanks for that reminder!
Keep writing these stories down! I know it's strange to think, but so many of these memories will be completely forgotten someday unless you have something to help you remember.
I have so many kid stories....I started my student teaching in a kindergarten classroom at a very small Christian school. The teacher in all seriousness took me aside before the first day and warned me that, "It's going to happen, at some point, one of the kids will slip right out of their chair. They won't have been wiggling around, tipping their chair, or being goofy. They'll be in their chair and then in an instant, they will be on the floor. They will be embarrassed. You will want to laugh because it IS funny, but don't. Let them get back in their chair and keep going as if nothing happened." Sure enough, within a few weeks, it happened. A little girl "disappeared", hopped back up, smoothed her dress, and made sure no one was looking. The teacher ignored it, the kids ignored it, and later we had a good laugh! :) The thing that was funniest to me was that little nugget of wisdom came from that teacher as if it was "the most important thing I've learned in teaching for over 30 years!"
Exactly! I honestly have so many other forgotten memories just because I never get a chance to write them down as they happen. I'm definitely going to have to create a journal for all the funny things kids tell me!
And the Michael Jackson thing was hi-larious. That kiddo in particular loves to dance and is a definitely performer but it was such a surprise to hear that!
I love that nugget of wisdom! Working with preschoolers, that's definitely happened more than once and it's always so tempting for me to chuckle. Most of the time, I'll just make eye contact with another teacher and then we'll exchange a smile or something. :) But that's some amazing wisdom that teacher has, that's for sure!
seriousl - justin beiber...hahahah...and michael jackson! ;) hilarious.
I know, right? It's really hard to not like kids when they say stuff like that!
I haven't seen frozen yet either, I need to see it!
So darn sweet! You're right, loving your job is suuuch a blessing. I enjoy mine, but I'm definitely hoping one day I can have the priveledge and blessing of working in the thick of where I'm most passionate.


An invaluable role model for APS, Sione has paved the way for a raft of improvements in the company's safety culture, bringing a new level of realism and connection to the team's height training. Sione has been instrumental in developing new safety products, including design improvements to roof anchors and APS' PPE safety kits.
Emlyn's hands-on and inclusive approach has led to a real lift in safety culture on site. Her positive approach and free and open communication style has encouraged contractors to provide honest feedback, created real opportunities for improvement and created good habits amongst workers.
Made up of a group of volunteers from various businesses, the forum team bring operators together to share information, learn about best practice and improve safety systems in major hazard facilities. By promoting collaboration and sharing information, the forum has helped lift safety outcomes across the industry.
Designed and implemented a pipe compaction frame which removes the need for operators to work in the trench, eliminating the risks of engulfment, noise and manual handling. The frame has also significantly improved the rate of compaction, bringing substantial productivity gains.
Created a ply-covered angled bracket which can be installed onto swinging stage platforms, eliminating the risk of objects falling from multi-storey builds. If introduced widely, this innovative solution has the potential to save the lives of both workers and the public.
Developed an improved rib and infill process which eliminates the need for workers to walk on an unsecured surface. Working collaboratively with the engineers, architects, manufacturers and suppliers, the team have created a new way of working which could have significant benefits for the wider industry.
Created a block which supports the drill when core drilling, removing the need for the operator to use their feet or hands to stabilise it during operation. The device also helps to guide the core drill to a pinpoint position, eliminating the need for expensive drill frames.
Designed an innovative tool which safely removes rock cores from drilling barrels. Nicknamed the "shaker", the device eliminates the need for workers to use heavy-duty hand tools, reducing manual handling injuries and exposure to noise.
Developed a bespoke emergency panic alarm which allows worker to activate an SOS alert from remote wind farms where no cellular or radio communication is possible. This new system allows staff at the scene of the emergency to focus on the patient, safe in the knowledge that back up is on its way.
Created a new "stop/go" paddle which has more than doubled the visibility of road workers. With more roading work conducted at night than ever before, this new tool has proven to slow traffic much faster and has significantly reduced the risk for workers.
For his above and beyond commitment to the health and wellness of the BPM team in his role as Managing Director. Daniel has implemented an extensive health, safety and wellness programme with strong focus on staff working towards personalised goals. This approach has helped to create a culture where wellbeing has become an intrinsic part of the business.
Led by its directors and managers, Pipeline and Civil have rolled out an extensive raft of health and safety improvements. Leaders at the business have led by example, taking a hands-on approach to health and safety, and demonstrating their care by being on site with workers to review safety processes and procedures.
For their extensive training and upskilling of both their staff and the business itself. Led by management and the health and safety team, Southern Lakes Scaffolds has a constant focus on challenging and improving itself and has achieved a raft of safety accreditations since setting itself the goal of becoming the safest scaffolders in New Zealand.


The 24th Police camp has this morning, Monday February 26, kicked off at Kigo police training school, to discuss infightings in the Force and other security issues affecting the country.
The sitting comes after the Force has been reportedly infiltrated by criminals and a wave of insecurity has hit the country.
Speaking at the police council gathering at Kigo, the Inspector General of Police, Gen Kale Kayihura admitted deficiency in police intelligence and the infighting in the force but pledged to eliminate "mafias" in the Force and other gangs in the country.
Gen Kayihura said police is to embark on strengthening the force to fight violence and criminality through developing the community policing model.
"Through our community policing model and Mayumba Kumi strategy which has already started in some parts of the country like Masaka, the police will help communities to realize their role in the country's security," he said.
He also warned sports betting addicts and companies that police are eyeing their actions as they are reported to be the number one criminals according to intelligiency reports.
"The conference is a ground breaking milestone for ending violence and criminality in the Kampala Metropolitan Area and the rest of the country, police is eyeing sports betting people because they are now the number one criminals," Gen Kayihura said.
He added that police operations are stiffled by the ever reducing budget which limits police operations in the the country and asked government to support them in eradicating gangs.
While officiating at the 2-day camp, the minister for Internal Affairs, Gen Jeje Odongo called for an aggressive Inter-agency cooperation among security agencies if the country is to end criminality.
Gen Odongo, pointed out infightings and lack of teamwork in the Force that has created room for infiltration.
He said that police image is on the attack and called all police directors to find an immediate solution for this as the Force has lost its role and place in the community.
"I would love that we find time to review what has brought us to this level, we need to discuss pertinent issues affecting police, self criticism and I suggest that we should have no attribution thereafter" he said.
He also launched the police 2017/2018 strategic and work plans.
The police camp will last for two days.


Elegant convertible with a folding solid roof Peugeot 206 CC, which has been produced since 2001, was at one time very popular and elegant. But someone seemed nice enough so he wanted to "improve" no result and you can see in the photos.
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