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Project ALS Reports All Donations From 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge Have Been Spent On Research
by Isaura Santos
Social media sensation The Ice Bucket Challenge (an event that raised awareness for ALS) is celebrating its one-year anniversary, with the Project A.L.S. reporting it has now spent 100 percent of the donations raised during the 6-week challenge period on several research projects that have already revealed promising results.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal and progressive neurodegenerative disease that can strike anyone. The Ice Bucket Challenge started in the mid-summer of 2014 by two ALS patients and quickly became an international groundswell thanks to social media such as as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The challenge consisted on people posting a video of themselves dumping a bucket of ice water on their heads in the name of ALS research and then calling out 3 friends to do the same, and, if possible, to make a donation to support ALS research. Millions of people posted these videos during those 6 months period and more than $220 million were generated.
"I am proud to report that every dollar of the $560k that Project A.L.S. received during the Ice Bucket Challenge by over 6,150 new donors has been spent effectively to move research in the direction of therapeutic discovery for ALS," noted Meredith Estess, the president of Project A.L.S.
Project A.L.S. utilized the Ice Bucket donations to fund and boost ongoing research and to initiate new promising projects. Further, crucial staff was added to the quest of clearing what makes specific nerve cells so vulnerable in ALS and others, like nerve cells responsible for eye movements, so resistant to the disease. "Thanks to the Ice Bucket Challenge, we now have a rough draft list of the genes that make the motor neurons that survive in ALS different from others. The next goal is to use this newfound information to make weak motor neurons stronger," stated Valerie Estess, director of research for Project A.L.S.
Thanks to the Ice Bucket support, an additional project was initiated, in which researchers are rigorously assessing the hypothesis of lipids as the 1st reliable biomarker for ALS.
Finally, some positive outcomes have already been communicated on 4 four well known cellular pathways that seem to be involved in neuroinflammation which may slow the disease if targeted with the appropriated drugs.
Meredith Estess, concluded: "The Ice Bucket Challenge was really fun—no one wants to throw cold water on that. But many of those who participated in last year's challenge are gone now. ALS research is serious business and it needs our attention every year until we treat and cure ALS."
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As you may have already seen on this site, I like versus debates. I've touched upon the geek-fest that is Star Trek vs Star Wars, and now I turn my attention to another battleground – that of superheroes!
Please note, these arguments are not 'Marvel vs DC' or any other such rivalries. I have my opinions on what I prefer, but that has no relevance to these versus discussions. I am not interested in any 'Marvel are better than DC' type arguments, so if perchance you leave comments or email me with such arguments, I won't even bother reading them. Please also note that I am comparing the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Dark Knight Triology characters.
So, on to the first battle.
What we have here is a battle between two geniuses, both with personality flaws, and both with huge resources behind them. Tony Stark and Bruce Wayne both own multi-billion dollar businesses, both have access to gadgets the average man can only dream of, and both are very intelligent.
Tony Stark operates very much in the open, having revealed himself as Iron Man at the end of the first Iron Man film. He actually ends up building the reactor that powers the suit not because he wants to, but because he has to, in order simply to survive (shrapnel that would otherwise slice his heart apart is kept trapped by the magnetism of the arc reactor in his chest until the end of Iron Man 3).
His armoured suits are capable of flight, including high altitude flight, and he can reach speeds comparable with military aircraft (Iron Man). The armour can withstand tank shells (Iron Man), and he use the repulsors in the armour's hands as weapons (pretty much every appearance on film). His suits have built-in weapons, including missiles (Iron Man, The Avengers), concentrated lasers (Iron Man 2, The Avengers) and rapid fire guns (Iron Man).
Additionally, Stark's armour has withstood electrical attack (from Whiplash in Iron Man 2 and Thor's hammer in The Avengers) and powerful physical assaults (Thor struck the armour several times with his hammer in The Avengers, whilst in the same film Stark also took an unwelcome spin in the turbines of a helicarrier, emerging with damaged but functional armour).
The Iron Man suit also withstood repeated blows from alien weaponry in The Avengers.
Bruce Wayne has a lot in common with Stark. He owns a multi-billion dollar business, and he makes good use of his resources. Unlike Stark, Wayne operates quietly, guarding his identity – no one knows who Batman really is.
Wayne is also a highly trained combat specialist, in particular when it comes to stealth and misdirection. He is not so much absorbing blows as evading them altogether, coming at his opponents from unexpected angles (Batman Begins underscores this quite nicely, as well as highlighting his formidable training).
As he prefers to operate in the dark, Wayne has access to good night vision gear and his suits are typically strong against physical attack. They are also bulletproof to a point (The Dark Knight).
Wayne also has equipment, such as custom-designed cars, bikes and aircraft (The Dark Knight, The Dark Knight Rises). The Batmobile is very good at taking unorthodox routes over normally impassable terrain.
How might a fight go?
Bruce Wayne is as mentioned a highly trained martial artist and mentored by an organisation specialising in stealth and misdirection. If he wants to go unseen, he will go unseen by most of his targets. His hand-to-hand combat skills are easily better than Stark's, and if the two encountered each other outside of their respective suits, Wayne would easily win.
Of course, we're comparing Iron Man and Batman, so it seems pretty obvious they're not going toe-to-toe as their regular personas. If Batman should encounter Iron Man and the two decide, for whatever reason, they need to take down the other, who triumphs?
I'm going to say Iron Man. Stark's armour has built-in weaponry, ranged weapons, and can withstand far tougher physical assaults than Batman can dish out. Fans of the Dark Knight might bring up possible electromagnetic devices to disable Iron Man, but Iron Man can withstand electrical assaults, and disabling the weapons and flight abilities of the suit won't do anything to affect the strength of the armour itself. Plus, in order to deliver an electrical charge or pulse, Batman has to get close to Iron Man – without being caught out by missiles or energy blasts.
Batman is stealthy yes, but Iron Man has sensors and equipment to help him locate targets, and even if he can't find Batman, should Iron Man have a rough idea of where he is, he can flush him out with ranged weapons to destroy any cover available to Batman.
When we compare the two, sorry Batman fans, I just can't see past an Iron Man victory.
While I normally agree with your opinions on Sci-Fi analysis I disagree with your conclusion. In the comics Batman can sneak by Superman. Superman has better sensing capability than Iron man. Therefore, Iron man would not be able to spot him if Batman did not want to be found. Also, Batman has his own suit of armor. In conclusion, in light of the new trailer and the comics I would say that Tony Stark is better off fighting Cpt. America.
Thank you for your comment! I can't speak for the comics as I'm not all that familiar with them. My comparison is between the MCU Iron Man and the Batman of the Dark Knight Trilogy.


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Hair Pulling Disorder Tied to Genes
Faulty Genes May Trigger Trichotillomania in Some Families
Sept. 27, 2006 -- Bad genes may be at least partially to blame for wanting to pull your hair out.
A new study suggests mutations in a gene called SLITKR1 may play a role in the development of trichotillomania in some families. The mental disorder causes people to compulsively pull their hair out, resulting in noticeable hair losshair loss and bald spots.
Researcher Stephan Züchner, MD, of the Duke Center for Human Genetics, says genetic mutations only account for a small fraction of trichotillomania cases, but the findings may help lead to a better understanding of the unusual disorder.
"Society still holds negative perceptions about psychiatric conditions such as trichotillomania. But, if we can show they have a genetic origin, we can improve diagnosis, develop new therapies, and reduce the stereotypes associated with mental illness," says Züchner, in a news release.
Gene Tied to Hair Pulling
Researchers say trichotillomania affects between 3% and 5% of the population. It's considered an impulse control disorder and can be accompanied by other mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depressiondepression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or Tourette's syndrome.
In the study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, researchers studied 44 families in which one or more members had trichotillomania.
They focused on the gene SLITRK1 because a previous study had linked it to Tourette's syndrome, a related impulse-control disorder.
The study showed two mutations in this gene were found among family members with trichotillamania, but not in unaffected family members.
More Genes Likely Involved
Researchers estimate these mutations account for about 5% of trichotillomania cases.
Although the SLITRK1 gene is the first to be linked to trichotillomania, researchers say many other genes likely contribute to the disorder.
"The SLITRK1 gene could be among many other genes that are likely [to] interact with each other and environmental factors to trigger trichotillomania and other psychiatric conditions," says researcher Allison Ashley-Koch, PhD, assistant professor of medical genetics at Duke University, in the release.
SOURCES: Züchner, S. Molecular Psychiatry, October 2006, vol 11. News release, Duke University Medical Center.
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Dartmouth and Columbia claimed upset wins this weekend.
Around the Ivy League: Upsets Highlight Third Week of League Play
By Raphy Gendler | October 1, 2017
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s Cornell fell to 0-3 after a disappointing 21-7 loss to Colgate, the Red's Ivy League foes continued their non-conference dominance on a weekend that featured two exciting Ivy League upsets.
Dartmouth 16, Penn 13
In a nationally televised Friday night game, Dartmouth upset Penn on a last second touchdown in Philadelphia. Down 13-10 late in the game, the Green's offense orchestrated a 15-play, 80-yard drive to win the game and improve to 3-0. Trailing by three with seconds remaining, the Green went for the win on 4th and inches on the goal line. Quarterback Jared Gerbino plunged into the endzone to give Dartmouth the surprise win over last year's co-champion Quakers. The Green held Penn's powerful offense — led by running back Karekin Brooks —to just 85 rushing yards.
Columbia 28, Princeton 24
Penn's co-champion, Princeton, was also victim to a visiting league opponent thought to be one of the weaker Ivy teams. Like Dartmouth, Columbia is a surprise 3-0 team after beating Princeton, 28-24, after a 63-yard touchdown pass from Anders Hill to Ronald Smith II with under two minutes remaining. Hill threw for 400 yards and two touchdowns and Smith picked up 236 receiving yards and scored two touchdowns, including the game winner.
Harvard 41, Georgetown 2
Though Cornell is 0-2 against nonconference opponents, Ivy League teams have found great success against teams outside their conference. Harvard beat up on Georgetown, 41-2, after taking a 7-0 lead on a first quarter punt return for a touchdown and never looking back. Running back Charlie Booker III ran for two touchdowns and the Crimson defense took advantage of five Georgetown turnovers in the first half. Harvard travels to Ithaca next week as the Red looks for its first win.
Yale 41, Fordham 10
Yale beat Fordham, 41-10. Deshawn Salter, one of two backs who ran all over Cornell's defense two weeks ago, scored three touchdowns in the Bulldogs' victory. A 21-point first quarter powered Yale on the road as they improved to 3-0.
Rhode Island 21, Brown 24
Facing a 14-3 halftime deficit, Brown came back to beat Rhode Island, 24-21, powered by a 21-point third quarter, including two touchdowns from running back Darius Daies. Rhode Island quarterback Tyler Harris threw for 298 yards and two touchdowns in the loss.
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By Zachary Silver October 4, 2017
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Street Life: Graz (Austria)
Space For People project
Prof. Max Mayr, Dipl.-Ing. Heinz Rosmann (director) and Dipl.- Ing. Klemens Klinar
Graz, the Styrian provincial capital of about 243,000 inhabitants, was first mentioned in the history books in 1128. Its narrow alleyways and small squares developed along both banks of the river Mur. Graz twice served as an imperial city and later as a grand residence. Three universities shaped Graz's transformation from monarchy 'Pensionopolis' to a city of over 45,000 students.
Around 1960, when the automobile society had really arrived, cars and trucks conquered large areas of Graz. The official goal in the context of private transport was the 'car-friendly' city. Example: the elegant main bridge was replaced by a wider, dull concrete construction.
At the beginning of the 1970's intolerable traffic levels, especially in the centre, triggered a movement towards a 'people-friendly' city. With its push for underground car parks around the edge of town and the creation of a first pedestrian zone on Herrengasse - Eisernes Tor (both autumn 1972), the Habitat Old Town international conference heralded a gradual change of approach.
In 1974 the provincial parliament passed the Graz Old Town Law to protect the valuable variety of building styles Graz had inherited against demolition. In 1975, the Ministry of Science in Vienna commissioned the 'Living in the Old Town' research project. Graz consequently became a bicycle town; cyclists were even allowed the wrong way down one-way streets.
With the slogan 'Eco-friendly mobility begins in the mind' the late deputy mayor Erich Edegger launched a new direction in municipal politics. In early June 1990, the 'Are your cities suffocating in the traffic?' conference organised by the international City Forum and Graz urban development, chaired by senate councillor DI Heinz Rosmann, met with a very positive response. The Graz Memorandum was translated into five languages.
Space for People
In August 1990 Edegger presented the Space for People concept, to run through to 1998. Some excerpts: Graz's old town is a cultural core, a centre for business and administration and a place for living and meeting. Its structure and history make it a pedestrian area, hence a space for people. The wide-ranging functions that have developed organically within this small space are disturbed considerably by motorised traffic. The establishment of a pedestrian zone in 1972 and its extension in 1976 were the first steps towards relieving the strain on the centre.
Understanding that public space cannot be expanded in the densely developed city centre, and that more space for cars means less space for people, led to this concept. 'Space for People' is therefore a comprehensive local policy programme with wider perspectives, including commuter park & ride, parking space management, completing the ring of underground car parks and encouraging the use of public transport.
There were three main focuses:
• Healthier living conditions for inhabitants and people working in the city through a reduction of motorised traffic and hence noise and pollution.
• More safety for all traffic modes by means of lower speed limits and clear traffic regulation.
• Growth in appeal of the city as a centre of culture, education and business through well-designed public spaces for meeting up with people, shopping or just strolling.
New designs for public spaces
At the same time the design concept was agreed. It was based on the fact that the structure of squares, streets and alleyways in the Graz old town had survived in all its diversity. Historic buildings, monuments (examples of bourgeois and religious buildings) give these spaces their unique character. The quality of the city's image stems from its clearly legible history, the structure of its squares and the dynamic of its economic development.
As early as the mid-1970's , with the help of well thought-out concepts and commitment from sensitive citizens, many squares, alleyways and some streets were freed from the overwhelming flood of cars. Around this time, shopowners worried about losing clients due to pedestrianisation stopped protesting. The effect had been the reverse: inhabitants and visitors enjoy the quiet squares, which offer a sense of beauty and safety, encouraging communication and making encounters a pleasant experience.
The Space for People concept could, however, not stop negative international trends such as shrinking numbers of residents in the old town, retail business changes and various functions shifting away from the city centre. Nonetheless, the conditions were created for the inner city to preserve its vitality and spiritual importance for Styria and beyond.
In order to counter gridlock one needs first-class, financially viable programmes supported by politicians, planners and inhabitants. Numerous urban design competitions have been tendered in Graz, a method that has proved successful.
After more than ten years of the Space for People programme, now seems a good time to take stock. It looks positive; we have managed to secure the future of these urban areas. The city council provided the necessary funding; most of the planners for the Graz squares and open spaces belong to the 'Graz School of Architecture'; citizens' opinions counted for a great deal.
Major importance had always been assigned to networking individual locations, also across the river. In Graz, 'City of short distances' is not just a slogan, but reality. If you park and walk, you are guaranteed to get there quickly, often quicker than by car.
An overview of the completed or almost completed locations demonstrates their variety. A special feature in Graz is the neighbourhood of five small squares, strung together like pearls.
• Färberplatz arose from the demolition of the Färber barracks. For a long time its fate was undecided. Today, large slabs and small cobbles are combined to charming effect, old and young chestnut trees give shade and the new to-scale Café M building provides a breathtaking roofscape view.
• From spring to late autumn, beer gardens and a Mediterranean atmosphere fill Mehlplatz.
• The Glockenspielplatz becomes a magnet three times a day for tourists enjoying the Styrian carillon.
• Walking on to Bishofsplatz, Stempfergasse alley leads off to the right, one of the once narrow connections in the old town of Graz where the level of cobblestones has been lifted and the pavements removed to make them accessible to people with disabilities. They are now like small squares themselves.
• Since Tummelplatz was re-designed, event and exhibition organisers have clamoured for the space between Akademisches Gymnasium and Hans-Sachs-Gasse. Crafts stalls have a market place here too.
• Many battles were fought over the new Jakominiplatz design. All the tramlines and various bus lines intersect here, at the intersection of Graz's public transport. Priorities included finding a safe control system, good street lighting and an attractive centre. The many street lanterns in yellow were criticised; their advocates claim the Graz 'Piccadilly Circus' easily carries it off.
• Planners found that public transport shapes Südtirolerplatz to the same extent. Immediately at the beginning of the right side of the river, we find two major tram stops. This is an enormous advantage for the Kunsthaus (House of Art), which is to be built in this area as planned by British architects Peter Cook and Colin Fournier.
• The spacious Mariahilferplatz is not only a popular jazz meeting-point in the jazz capital of Austria; a revitalised and extended building here will have new functions: Graz House of Europe and Centre for 2003.
• The 'Edeggersteg' footbridge leads to the Schlossbergplatz, where the path up the Schlossberg begins and the entry to the mines, lift and 'Dom im Berg' (cathedral in the mountain) are to be found. Thanks to its clear structure, this is an impressive new design.
• Lendplatz on the right side of the Mur is a spacious area with some problematic zones. Business has declined since the times of the raftsmen, but now an upswing is expected. A multifunctional building including a hotel is to be built here shortly. Numerous trees were planted to counterbalance heavy traffic.
• In recent times a lively scene has developed on Franziskanerplatz, in front of the restored monastery and its great church. Small shops and restaurants with beer gardens invite passers-by to take a break.
• Most demanding of all is the recently begun re-design of the main square, to which the Councillor for Urban Development in Graz, DI Franz Josel, has committed himself entirely. Tram rails must be shifted, market booths re-arranged, and the space between town hall and the monument is to become a square for festive events. Noble buildings require noble cobblestones and appropriate lighting.
On balance: the Space for People project has upgraded the Styrian capital enormously. The fact that Graz old town was awarded the UNESCO 'World Cultural Heritage' title in 1999, and that it will be acting as cultural capital in 2003, is certainly linked to its culture of squares and open spaces.
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Will Salish Sea killer whales each get two names?
J-44: The Whale Museum's name is "Moby." Other alternatives were "Kellett" and "Fin." Ken Balcomb did not announce a name for this one.
L-113: Ken named her Molly. Whale Museum voters chose "Cousteau." "Haro" and "Talise" were other alternatives.
I still have not decided whether to list one or both names in my stories or simply call them by their alpha-numeric designations.
Ken Balcomb, who heads the Center for Whale Research on San Juan Island, has announced new names for six young killer whales that frequent the Salish Sea.
Balcomb's names apparently will be different from names chosen by the Whale Museum, which has traditionally named the orcas. Could this cause confusion among those interested in whale families?
Since the 1970s, the Center for Whale Research has kept a census of the whales, designating new calves with a letter for their pod (J, K or L), along with the next available number in sequence. Until last year, when Ken named one young orca "Star," the naming process was left up to the Whale Museum, based in Friday Harbor. See Water Ways, Nov. 19.
By the way, the Whale Museum is currently conducting a public vote to name four killer whales as part of its Orca Adoption Program. Check out the Whale Museum's site.
Ken said he took the step of naming the whales himself because he felt that his Center for Whale Research was being left out of the naming process. He said he tried to work something out with Whale Museum staff, but they have not been receptive.
Jenny Atkinson, executive director of the Whale Museum, said she has talked with Ken several times about how the two organizations could work together, but they have never reached common ground.
One disagreement appears to be whether the Whale Museum should be doing scientific research in addition to its educational programs.
Balcomb, one of the original founders of the Whale Museum, said he learned through the years that many people give false credit to the Whale Museum for work conducted by his staff. He would prefer that the Whale Museum focus on its various educational programs, including a "wonderful" museum in downtown Friday Harbor. To that end, Balcomb said he would be willing to provide information from his studies.
But Atkinson says research has always been part of the Whale Museum's mission. Since the killer whales were listed as "endangered" in 2005, helping to identify threats to their survival has become more important than ever. Besides, she said, most of her organization's research is entirely different from what the Center for Whale Research is doing.
Both Ken and Jenny said they would keep the door open for further discussions.
Ken told me that he is considering some kind of program that would allow people to contribute directly to the Center. Most important, he said, is raising public awareness about the need to protect chinook salmon — the whales' primary food source.
Meanwhile, I'm facing the fact that both the Center for Whale Research and the Whale Museum will be issuing different names for the same whales. Ken said he has seen this happen for other whale species on the East Coast. Jenny said she will try to incorporate Ken's names into information from the Whale Museum, but the Whale Museum's naming process will continue.
To vote on names for the whales, visit the Whale Museum's website. The new names will be announced next month. For Ken's explanation of his new names, check out the blog entry at the Center for Whale Research.
By tradition, the Whale Museum has waited for a year to name the whales and make them available for "adoption." Ken said he may name them sooner after they are born, but he suggests waiting a year for adoption because of the greater risk that orcas may die in their first year.
Naming the whales makes them seem more real for a lot of people, he said. The death of a named whale could have more "impact" on people than just crossing a number off a list, he added.
I'm not sure how I'll deal with competing names when I write about these orcas. I've always provided the alpha-numeric designation, for which there is no dispute, and usually added the name in some fashion. Names do seem to give the whales a stronger identity, a greater sense of individuality.
Should I stay with Whale Museum names, switch to the names that the Center for Whale Research will be using, or do something else?
All the politically-connected non-profits fighting for empire… If you'll remember, the Puget Sound Partnership was going to put an end to this. Hasn't worked though, has it? Still have them all. And then some. Something must be wrong with the PSP. Any idea what that might be, Chris?
Believe it or not, there are some issues that have nothing to do with the Puget Sound Partnership.
Yep. But this ain't one of them.
RCW 90.71.200(c) Puget Sound must be restored and protected in a more coherent and effective manner. The current system is highly fragmented. Immediate and concerted action is necessary by all levels of government working with the public, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector to ensure a thriving natural system that exists in harmony with a vibrant economy.
Ken Balcomb has done the annual census of this population for the past 34 years since its inception, and no one knows them better than he does. If anyone should be responsible for naming them or designating who names them, it should be him!
Credit should go where it's due — I vote that you follow Ken's naming strategy. That, and I like the name "Molly" for an orca. Sorry Whale Museum.
Ken is acting like a primadonna here, conveniently forgetting all of the research the Whale Museum has participated in over the years;e.g., hydrophones, Lime Kiln research station. The Museum's naming system is democratic – it allows the public a voice. How 'bout we rename all the Salish Sea orcas with Native/First Nations names? Famous blues singers?
During a time when we should be focusing on recovery of these animals from their status as an endangered species and their subsequent sustainability in the region, this is a ridiculous attempt to establish more of what we do not need- severed interests and empire building. There is a past between the two organizations that is long and complicated- it should be discarded and the focus should be driving public interest towards the fragility of this population. Instead, we sit here trying to figure out what to call individuals who, unless the Recovery Plan is put into action, monitored and makes an impact- will not live long enough for the fight over ego to see its appropriate end. Take it to the streets guys and focus on the whales who have put you both on the map of history.
The "map of history"? Yeah, that'll cool the ego.
You make a good point. But the whales are given names to make them more personal to people. I don't think naming them takes away from the effort to protect and restore the population, but maybe you do. If you read this blog, you know I cover practically all killer whale issues.
Setting aside the "long and complicated" history of the two groups, I'm wondering if you think that I (maybe everyone) should abandon the use of names and just stick with the alpha-numeric designations.
I certainly didnt mean to imply the names for the whales are useless- I agree completely that having a "given" name as opposed to strictly adhering to an alpha-numeric designation makes the whales much more personal. Education is key to enlightenment- and the names (to me) generate a compassion which hopefully translates to an understanding of their vulnerability. I personally flip back and forth between both depending on the audience and mood- but that's just me.
My concern is based not on the existing naming structure which has "worked" for years to bring these animals into the hearts of many- but this new slant from Ken. Why now—or better yet, why at all? Each organization offers important (and very different) aspects of education and scientific outreach to the community/region/world/etc.
It would just be nice to see everyone working together for recovery instead of rehashing old grudges and coming up with new ways to detract from the hard issues at hand we face in the recovery of the species. Infighting doesn't accomplish anything and in actually, may cause some to throw their hands up in confusion and walk away.
It really all comes from a confusion set in motion 30 years ago that persists, over how the research function and the museum could work best together. The ideal would be that "Each organization offers important (and very different) aspects of education and scientific outreach to the community/region/world/etc." But that ideal was derailed when the Museum presented its mission as including research. The ideal symbiosis is still out of balance, so each is speaking for itself.


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Max & Murphy Podcast: Getting to Yes on Marijuana Legalization, with Assemblymember Richard Gottfried
March 21, 2019 | by Ben Max
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March 20, 2019 - Max & Murphy Podcast: Support for Marijuana Legalization, with Assemblymember Richard Gottfried
Assemblymember Richard Gottfried was a co-sponsor of a marijuana legalization bill in the 1970s. In 2019, he's still pushing for allowing adult-use marijuana in New York, which is now supported by Governor Andrew Cuomo and, at least in principle, both Democratic majorities in the Legislature. But, there is no deal yet. Gottfried joined the show to explain his support, discuss some of the related details, and respond to critics of legalization.
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CDCS Colloquium: Craig Newmark in Conversation with Jessa Lingel
The internet has let us down. From promises of democratic inclusion to radical reinvention of everyday life, early hype about the internet has given way to skeptical cynicism, thanks to misinformation, hate speech, industry elitism, hacks and privacy harms. Suspicions about the internet are well-founded, but are they the whole story? This talk describes how we got the web we have and what it would take to build something different. Associate Professor Jessa Lingel draws on her research on digital culture to discuss themes of online publics, ethical design and digital practices in conversation Craig Newmark, founder of craigslist and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Bringing together internet studies scholarship with industry expertise, this dialogue will reflect on the changing values of digital tech, with a focus on the websites, platforms and communities that have carved out spaces of autonomy, creativity and hope.
CRAIG NEWMARK
Craig Newmark is a Web pioneer, philanthropist, and leading advocate. Most commonly known for founding the online classified ads service craigslist, Newmark works to support and connect people and drive broad civic engagement.
In 2016, he founded Craig Newmark Philanthropies to advance people and grassroots organizations that are "getting stuff done" in areas that include trustworthy journalism & the information ecosystem, voter protection, women in technology, and veterans & military families. At its core, all of Newmark's philanthropic work helps to strengthen American democracy by supporting the values that the country aspires to – fairness, opportunity, and respect.
Newmark serves on the board of directors of a number of organizations, including Blue Star Families, the Center for Public Integrity, Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York, Girls Who Code, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of American, Poynter Foundation, Sunlight Foundation, VetsinTech, and Women in Public Service Project. He also serves on the Board of Overseers of the Columbia Journalism Review and on the advisory board of nearly twenty other nonprofit organizations, including DonorsChoose.org, EFF, New America Foundation, Voto Latino, Wikimedia Foundation, and Women Who Tech.
In 1995, Newmark started curating a list of San Francisco arts and technology events, which he personally emailed to friends and colleagues. People were soon calling it "Craig's List," and when Newmark turned it into a company, he monetized it minimally, opting for a business model that prioritized "doing well by doing good." Today, more than 5 billion ads have been posted on the site, the vast majority for free. Newmark has not been involved in the day-to-day management of the company since 2000.
Born in Morristown, New Jersey, Newmark earned degrees in computer science from Case Western Reserve University. He lives in San Francisco and New York City and enjoys birdwatching, science fiction, and Dad jokes. Newmark travels the country speaking about the initiatives he supports, and he uses Twitter to further get the word out – and share photos of birds.
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Jessa Lingel is an associate professor at the Annenberg School for Communication and core faculty in the Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies Program at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her PhD in communication and information from Rutgers University. She has an MLIS from Pratt Institute and an MA in gender studies from New York University. Her research interests include digital inequalities and technological distributions of power. Using qualitative methods, Lingel studies how marginalized and countercultural groups use and reshape digital media.
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Dashanzi, the hotel's Asian restaurant and lounge, offers handcrafted cocktails in a stylish ambience.
Stay at 'Grand Ocean Suite' to enjoy a living room and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the Arabian Sea.
With 14 event spaces spread across 24,000 sq. ft., it's easy to conduct small and large scale business events.
Right on Juhu Beach and facing the Arabian Sea, this refurbished 5-star hotel makes for a luxurious stay.
Mezzo Mezzo, the speciality restaurant with pool views, is known for its pizza and whisky collection.
Relax in the outdoor infinity pool or Jacuzzi, work out at the gym, and detox at the sauna or steam room.
Overlooking Juhu Beach, Presidential Suite offers living and dining areas, whirlpool and modern amenities.
A well-equipped kids' play area, pool and children movies keep young guests happy and engaged.
Relish Indian and international delicacies, and enjoy splendid views of the lotus pond at the 24-hour Lotus Cafe.
The award-winning Quan Spa, with steam room and therapy baths, offers Ayurvedic treatments and massages.
Location: Just a 15-min drive from Juhu Beach, the JW Marriott is 5 km from the international airport and approx. 3 km away from Vile Parle Railway Station. City landmarks like ISKCON temple (1.5 km) and Gilbert Hill (4 km) are in the vicinity.
Room Amenities: Guests can choose from club rooms with lounge access, ocean view rooms and beach suites. The air-conditioned and soundproof rooms have flat-screen TVs with cable and satellite, en-suite bathrooms have marble flooring, shower and bathtub. Rooms come with minibars and tea/coffee making facilities.
Hotel Facilities: An exclusive wedding studio, a nightclub and three different pools, including an infinity pool, are some of the highlights of the Marriott at Juhu. The hotel has a fitness centre and guests can treat themselves to a relaxing massage in its award-winning Quan Spa. There is a games room,gift shop, hair and beauty salon too for guests.
Business facilities like meeting space are available and the front desk includes concierge services, baggage storage, tour desk, car rental and currency exchange services. There is an ATM in the hotel premises and private parking is available. The hotel also has facilities for the differently-abled. 24-hour room service is available.
Dining: 'The Lotus Cafe' is famous for its buffet and 'Mezzo Mezzo' offers the choicest of Italian dishes and fine wine. Guests can partake in fine Indian cuisine at the 'Saffron' restaurant and the 'Bombay Baking Company' is an ideal stop for baked delights. 'Dashanzi' is an Asian restaurant famous for its Chinese and Japanese menu. If one is looking to unwind, 'Reflections', in-house bar, is worth a visit and overlooks the Lotus Pond and Arabian Sea.
Buffet Breakfast, INR 1500 meal credit towards food and soft beverage per day per room, 15 % discount on Quan Spa services. Appointment at Quan Spa subject to availability.
Rate Includes: Buffet Breakfast at Lotus Cafe, INR 1500 Meal credit, - Buffet breakfast at Lotus cafe, - INR 1500 meal credit towards food and soft beverage per day per room, - 15 percent discount at Quan Spa services. Appointment at Quan Spa is subject to availability. Rate Valid for weekends (Friday, Saturday or Sunday).
Rate Includes: Buffet Breakfast at Lotus Cafe, INR 1500 Meal credit, - Buffet breakfast at Lotus cafe, Access to Executive Lounge - INR 1500 meal credit towards food and soft beverage per day per room, - 15 percent discount at Quan Spa services. Appointment at Quan Spa is subject to availability. Rate Valid for weekends (Friday, Saturday or Sunday).
Business Package - - Rate includes buffet breakfast daily at Lotus Cafe, One Way Airport Transfer, - Complimentary Wifi, - Complimentary 4 pieces of Laundry per day and 50 percent discount on Dry Cleaning services, - 20 percent discount on Business Centre facilities and complimentary 2 hours usage of the boardroom once during the stay. Subject to availability,- Access to Executive Lounge. Complimentary Cocktails and Horsd'oeuvres at the Executive Lounge between 1730 - 2130 Hrs.
Wasn't happy with the attitude of the folks at the reception. The senior folks at reception do not know how to deal with customers.
Good ambiance and excellent service as always. Want to stay longer.
Lovey hotel, excellent service and outstanding facilities. Thanks to MakeMyTrip.
Its not much satisfaction, need much improvement.
We truly enjoyed in this property and had a great time. We got ocean view which is fantastic and food was delicious. We got great hospitality by chef who joined here from Maldives.
It was great, the only drawback I felt was that since we paid the whole amount in advance, there was continuous hassle of making payments for each transaction or room service or lunch or dinner, which was annoying as they said they can't put it on room and take the payment when we check out. Else everything was wonderful.
Great huge clean rooms. Food at lotus cafe was amazing! Humongous pool area and great pool view!
Great location, clean room and great facilities. Amazing hospitality.
Excellent maintained with beautiful view.
Everyone was so kind in each and every manner.
I used to be the most loyal guest to this property but since my last two stays I have been having terrible issues. Guest respect and services have really gone below standards. Please guys don't spend your hard earned money on this. I have myself decided not to turn up to this property ever again.
Beautiful spot for every age group must visit again and again.
" Less than 4 km from the airport, this business hotel offers airport transfers, and features a Mughlai speciality restaurant.
Hotel location is great. Great view of Juhu Beach. Hotel poolside has trees and has scenic beauty one cannot resist taking lot of family pics. Coffee shop is spacious they book your seats as you enter there. Great convenience if you are tired and when there is crowd. So relaxing. Staff keep serving at your full disposal. Masala tea was great and also the masala omelette. Room was great. Reception was very helpful even when under stress of rush. The young lady who checked us in and the one who checked us out were truly caring and helpful. Overall this JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is undoubtedly the number 1 in Mumbai. They are providing dinner for two in the same room charge was astonishing. We have stayed in more than 100 JW Marriott Mumbai Juhus within india and around the world. This JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu was unmatched. The lobby/porch is at a much higher level so evening walking outside and returning on foot and climbing towards porch after a stroll to nearby Prithvi theatre is a bit tiring. They do not allow use of lift at ground to go upto porch level when some private party is on on ground level. But ignore this inconvenience if you are not to go out strolling on foot. Overall 9.9 out of 10.
First of all the location. Its in a great location, Juhu which is very near to airport. Well loved its rooms interiors, great maintenance and cleanliness. All the above superb swimming pool. The only thing which disappointed me was while you enter the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu or room, you are not even given complimentary juice or some other stuff to drink. Common guys every star JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu provides. Very bad. And room service guys do not come a single time in a day until you do not call them. Customers expect something in a star JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu like this. Rest all good. Great food. Must look into my cons.
Had wrong welcome letter placed in my room which was disappointing.
We stayed there at our 25th anniversary. And we were welcomed by a cake and a note from the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. Our stay was pleasant and we had taken ocean view room. The breakfast is awesome and chef use to ask us for any specific requirements. Overall the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu has nice ambience.
I highly recommend this JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu as the location of the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is the best point. You could never find another in this class in Mumbai exactly opposite to the sea - sea facing. Hotel Accommodation and cleanliness of the rooms were excellent. Would suggest for others.
We had an excellent stay mainly thanks to the extremely courteous and friendly staff. Special thanks to Chef Nishad for the excellent hospitality extended to us. The food was lovely as well. Just wish that you had a disco too. My wife loved the place.
I had expected the bathroom to be better, a little bigger and more relaxing maybe with a bathtub as well. Also the Wi-Fi of the room wasn't working well which is a very basic thing in today's world. Otherwise the room was very comfortable.
Good JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu but rooms are small. But other facilities are good. Ambience are awesome. The gym was good. You can see any celebrity anytime anywhere in the lobby or gym or pool side .. Over all nice and pleasant stay ..
Good food, clean rooms, excellent service. Overall experience was good. I would recommend this JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu whenever I visit to Juhu Mumbai. The breakfast was awesome and chef use to ask for any specific requirement.
It's amazing. It's my first time to stay in JW Marriott juhu it was superb. Food was very nice and sea view was speechless and club area was very good. All staff is very helpful we all are very satisfied with JW Marriott Juhu.
Luxury at its best. Food/Property/Staff, all was excellent, enjoyed my stay.
Food was fine and location was also nice.
Overall experience was good and satisfactory.
Food was good. Front office staff has attitude problem. Service was okay. Room size are very small, given us very small corner room. Not worth it for the amount paid.
Awesome stay, full of relax and joy.
Memorable and an amazing experience with JW Marriott Juhu Mumbai with the perfect view from the room right across the ocean and I highly recommend this JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. Service was excellent and the food as well.
Everything good experience good staff.
Very good experience good staff.
Since it was a Sunday there was a lot of crowd but they managed so well truly amazing.
Room are spacious, very clean and the staff was very good and the services was also nice, good value for money, defiantly go if you want to relax and chill and enjoy the direct sea view from the room.
Location was good and if we stay in Mumbai near to Beach Thad is wonderful experience.
Lovely time spend and memorable and unforgettable.
Awesome location, services could have been better, a bit on costly side when it comes to taste and food.
Awesome stay. Do stay at this property.
I prefer JW Marriott to my friends and relatives. One place you can be assured for pleasant stay and give away worry of food to the JW kitchen. Just stay and enjoy.
There affection is always makes me go back there.
Simply amazing. Specially the hospitality.
I never get sea view room otherwise everything is fine.
It was good stay worth my money and staff was very polite and courteous towards giving in good service. Would recommend to family and friends to stay and enjoy the view in this property. Asbitvus centrally located.


The great fire of Portland, Maine, sometimes known as the 1866 great fire of Portland, occurred on July 4, 1866—the first Independence Day after the end of the American Civil War. Five years before the Great Chicago Fire, this was the greatest fire yet seen in an American city. It started in a boat house on Commercial Street, likely caused by a firecracker or a cigar ash. The fire spread to a lumber yard and on to a sugar house, then spread across the city, eventually burning out on Munjoy Hill in the city's east end. Two people died in the fire. Ten thousand people were made homeless and 1,800 buildings were burned to the ground. This included the federal Exchange Building by which was replaced with the custom house. Soon after the fire, poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow described his old home town: "Desolation! Desolation! Desolation! It reminds me of Pompeii, the 'sepult city'."
"Great fire of Portland 1866". Maine Memory Network. Maine Historical Society. Retrieved 2009-07-22.
Horton, Linda (June 16, 2008). "Portland, ME Fire, Jul 1866 - Terrible Conflagration". gendisasters.com. Retrieved 2009-07-22.
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After brief introduction of the multiplicative measure, defined as a family of measures on integer partitions, which include typical combinatorial structures, this chapter introduces the exponential structure, which plays important roles in statistical inference. It then introduces the Gibbs partition, a generalization of the exponential structure. The generalization is achieved by systematic use of partial Bell polynomials. Gibbs partitions characterize prior processes in Bayesian nonparametrics, and appear as statistical models of diversity in count data. The Ewens sampling formula and the Pitman partition are well-known examples of Gibbs partitions. Finally, this section discusses the asymptotic behaviors of extremes of the sizes of parts in Gibbs partitions. Some of the results are derived by simple analytic approaches.


It's week 2 of the HMP Christmas Countdown and today we're sharing some free printables for all you printable-loving DIYers out there!
A couple of months ago, my girl friends and I showered our dear friend with a Twinkle Twinkle Little Stars party. The new bundle of joy was going to be named Luna, so we tweaked the theme a bit to include elements of the moon as well. A friend also suggested to prepare a big sister pack for the soon the be 4-year old "ate" (big sister). The pack had some colouring books, dolls and a "big sister" sash and was definitely a good way to make her feel that the party was also about her, as much as it was about mommy and the baby.


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Valuing humanity: Kierkegaardian worries about Korsgaardian transcendental arguments
Daniel Watts & Robert Stern
International Journal of Philosophy and Theology 80 (4-5):424-442 (2019)
Daniel Watts
This paper draws out from Kierkegaard's work a distinctive critical perspective on an influential contemporary approach in moral philosophy: namely, Christine Korsgaard's transcendental argument for the value of humanity. From Kierkegaard's perspective, we argue, Korsgaard argument goes too far, in attributing absolute value to humanity – but also that she is required to make this claim if her transcendental argument is to work. From a Kierkegaardian perspective, to place this sort of value in humanity is problematic since it threatens to make the relation between individuals too claustrophobic. Finally, we explore the possibility of a rival approach, in which we should view others as ethically significant because they too are related to the kind of 'third' which Kierkegaard argues is needed to bring stability to the structure of the self. In this way, we claim, a different and more successful transcendental argument to the value of humanity can be found in the work of Kierkegaard.
Keywords Kierkegaard Korsgaard Value Ethics Religion MacIntyre Selfhood
European Philosophy, Miscellaneous in European Philosophy
Existentialism in Continental Philosophy
Søren Kierkegaard in 19th Century Philosophy
DOI 10.1080/21692327.2019.1586568
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Brand marketing is the method and the means by which you propel your business into the public consciousness. While the world of business has changed by leaps and bounds, the basic principles of brand marketing have remained the same.
Exploring brand marketing concepts is a great way to fine-tune your business model and business practices, but what is branding and why is it important? A strong brand is invaluable as the battle for customers intensifies day by day. It's important to spend time investing in researching, defining, and building your brand. After all your brand is the source of a promise to your consumer.
Brand development is a foundational piece in your marketing communication and one you do not want to be without. In order to perfect the image and message of your brand you must do the research to determine your target audience and how you want to be seen by that audience.


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Josh Bernhard's Guide to Making a DVD That Matters
by Josh Bernhard on March 5, 2012 in Audience Building
I had a disappointing experience the other day. After ordering a DVD of one of my favorite indie filmmaker's latest works, I popped it in my DVD player. I was excited to discover what extra goodies might await me on the disc. I was soon greeted by a black screen and a single, solitary 'Play' button.
This isn't the first time this has happened, and it always baffles me. Sure, physical media is dead, etcetera etcetera, we've heard it all before. But producing a DVD is still a great way for a filmmaker to capitalize on his or her creation. It makes your work into a physical product that movie buffs can add to their shelves and gives your fans an excuse to show their support with their wallets. Why not put a little more care into it?
Well you should, first of all. But you're probably asking yourself who would possibly care to see all of this extra stuff about your movie. Not everyone. But don't do it for everyone. Make the DVD for your future fans. Approach it from the perspective of a film historian and give them everything they could possibly want.
Treat your movie like it's for the most important film in the world. You should make it the resource for your film, packed to the brim with extra content. Widely available software like Apple's DVD Studio Pro and Adobe Encore make it easy to author a professional-caliber disc. Tutorials on the ins-and-outs of the software are a Google search away.
Be thinking about your assets while you're making the movie. Don't let it get in the way of anything, but keep it in mind. Having a production meeting? Someone surely has a Flip camera or an iPhone. Let it run in the corner. You'll thank yourself later when you realize that your genuine reaction to the news of that sudden production cataclysm was caught on video. That's the stuff that great behind-the-scenes docs are made of.
For the DVD of my first feature, The Lionshare, I remembered a documentary I had seen called Steal This Film that had a lot of themes in common with the movie. They also had made their raw interview footage available freely on their website. I was able to comb through it and edit a featurette that illustrated points as they related to the film. And it looks like I spent a lot of time and effort to make it especially for the disc when it really just took me the better part of an afternoon.
Frame the Conversation
Now, you may think this isn't your job. You've already done your job, and the film should speak for itself. This is still true. But think of the DVD not as a simple product or a marketing tool. Think of it as a companion to the piece itself. It should be an experience that complements the work. You have an opportunity to frame the conversation, and this will affect how your film is received.
A commentary is a great, easy, and fun way to provide context. Get key cast and crew involved. Invite them over with popcorn and beer while you discuss the movie as it plays. Encourage people to be frank with their opinions. There's nothing more fascinating than hearing the creators discuss what they didn't like, or how things took an unexpected turn from the original intention. You might even learn things about the film you didn't realize yourself!
You also may be surprised at the closure this gives you on the work. It'll feel like you've put it to bed, so to speak.
Extra Extras
You probably have more material than you realize if you just give it a little thought. All those iPhone photos people snapped on set and uploaded to Facebook? Throw them all into a slideshow set to music. Adobe Encore and DVD Studio Pro make this so easy you might as well do it if you have the pics.
Undoubtedly there's a script and a soundtrack for the film. Put them in the DVD-ROM folder that people can access when they put the disc in their computer as a PDF and MP3. Extra value for work that's already been done. (Note: if you didn't write the script or compose the music, be sure you have permission to include these materials.)
And then there are the infamous Easter Eggs. Those fun bits and bobs that don't quite fit anywhere else, hidden in the menus. Bloopers are great for this, especially if you don't have the time (or desire) to create a whole reel. Create an invisible button accessible only by taking an unexpected turn on the menu. People love it when they find these hidden features, no matter what they are.
Once you've authored your disc and burned copies for friends to test in their various players, it's time to sell the thing. There are several ways to go about this.
A print-on-demand service like Amazon's Create Space is easy and hassle free. You send them your burned disc and artwork, and after a proofing process, they make yourDVD available for sale on Amazon.com. They take a significant cut of the sale, but you are allowed to set the mark-up at whatever you like. And it's worth it to be able to tell someone they can search for your title on Amazon.com.
There's also the option of having the discs duplicated in bulk from a company like Discmakers. Keep some or all to sell yourself at screenings and events. If demand starts small, you'll be able to take orders on your own website and mail them out yourself. If this gets to be too much to handle, you can use a fulfillment service like Amazon Sellers. For a fee they will stock your units and fulfill the orders for you.
Digital media has been a great thing for film and filmmakers. But it's created a world saturated with media that's arguably perceived as disposable and ephemeral. Curators (but not gatekeepers) are more important than ever. Give someone a reason to care. Make your film a physical artifact.
Josh Bernhard wrote and directed 'The Lionshare' (http://lionsharemovie.com) in 2008. He currently writes and executive produces the award-winning web drama 'Pioneer One' (http://pioneerone.tv), currently prepping for its second season.
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i like it from a fan's perspective in that, if you want more DVD content, it's there. and i also like it from the struggling artist perspective because when you see a very fine piece of art with no creator's voice behind/around/near it, it can be really intimidating. However allowing viewers to hear the voices of the makers, see early scripts, hear that things didn't go smoothly or even as planned, makes the art feel more accessible, and more worthy of admiration, because you see it's real damn Bernhards (read: people) who put it together.


The Punjab Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) has recently (on 7th May 2015) finalized the Net Metering Regulation for Grid Interactive Solar Rooftop Systems. The regulation will allow electricity consumers of the state to generate solar energy and to consume such generate energy for their internal use and to feed the remaining surplus solar energy into the distribution system. The regulation will come in force from the date of publication of the same in official gazette.
The solar rooftop system to be installed can be self owned system or a third party owned system.
The solar rooftop systems shall be of Min. 1kWp capacity and Max. 1Mwp capacity with or without battery backup.
The Discom shall offer the provision of Net Metering to the consumer who intends to install rooftop systems on first come first serve basis.
A maximum cumulative capacity at a particular distribution transformer shall not exceed 30% of the rated capacity of the distribution transformer.
The capacity of an individual rooftop PV system shall not exceed 80% of the sanctioned load of the consumer.
The energy accounting and settlement will be done based on the reading of the bidirectional meters.
The cost of installation of the bidirectional meters will be borne by the consumer and shall be maintained and installed by distribution licensee.
Any energy credits of a consumer from previous months will be carried forward to next billing period and will be set to zero after the settlement period.
The electricity generated from solar rooftop systems shall not be more than 90% of the total energy consumption of any consumer in a settlement period. No payment shall be made by the distribution licensee, beyond this limit.
The quantum of energy consumed from the rooftop system will be considered towards the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) of Distribution licensee if the consumer is not an obligated entity.
The rooftop systems shall be exempted from payment of wheeling, banking and cross subsidy surcharge applicable under PSERC (Terms & Conditions for Intra-State Open Access) Regulations, 2011, as amended from time to time.
The eligibility for availing benefits of REC mechanism shall be as per CERC REC Regulation 2010.
PSERC earlier notified its draft regulation and invited comments from stake holders and interested parties, following that the commission has finalized the regulation. The regulation seems to be a good sign for development of solar energy in the state as the PEDA (Punjab Energy Development Agency) has already announced its policy for rooftop solar energy systems.
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) had earlier filed a petition under Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) RPO Regulation 2011, pleading that net shortfall in RPO compliance in FY2013-14, be allowed to be carried forward to FY 2014-15.
The net shortfall of PSPCL RPO compliance was 7.1 % in Non-Solar and a staggering 36.5% in Solar. RPO compliance specified by the commission for FY 2013-14 was, 3.37 % for Non-Solar & 0.13 % for Solar, which PSPCL did not meet. RPO compliance for current FY 2014-15 is 3.81% in Non-Solar and 0.19% in Solar, much higher than previous FY. PSPCL stated several reasons for the shortfall, which the commission reviewed thoroughly.
The commission finally ordered Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) to speed up development of some delayed RE projects, mainly Hydro, which was the main reason for the non-compliance of RPO by PSPCL.
Considering that some of the reasons for the non-compliance were beyond the control of PSERC, it has allowed the net shortfall to be carried forward to FY 2014-15, but has clearly stated that the RPO of FY 2014-15 along with previous year shortfall have to be strictly complied with by 31st December, 2014 or else heavy penalties will be imposed.
The details can be accessed here.
Punjab state Govt. has approved the Net Metering Policy for Solar Rooftop systems, a draft for the same has been notified by Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA). According to the policy any consumer of electricity of distribution licensee in the state can setup a Rooftop Solar system under net metering provision, which can be owned by him or by a third party.
The new policy has been approved in order to encourage renewable energy generation in the state. Punjab's commercial and industrial tariff range between 6.5 to 7.50 Rs/unit, whereas the tariff provided for Solar PV is 7.72 Rs/unit (proposed for FY 14-15). This will not put too much cost liability on the DISCOMS in fulfilling their RPO.
Grant of capital subsidies on PV panels and exemption from paying open access charges and losses, will only encourage generators to invest in rooftop systems after the policy is officially released.
Our previous blog post on Punjab RE tariff can be read here.


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The Vinnies shop in Wynyard's Jackson Street has been open for two weeks, but customers will see a change in the near future. St. Vincent de Paul CEO Lara Alexander said some supported workers from Vincent Industries would start working in the shop, as part of a drive to make the place more community focused. "The Wynyard shop is connected to Vincent Industries and that employs and offers opportunities for people with disabilities "We have asked the general manager Nellie McKenna to oversee the shop there, but also offer capacity for her workers to spend a bit of time in retail. "It's community centred, with local volunteers, local businesses and offering local employees more involvement in retail activity." Ms McKenna said she saw the chance to work in retail alongside volunteers as a great opportunity for her staff. "It will broaden their experience and they can learn new skill sets." Progress is also being made on the Smithton Vinnies shop, which is being turned into a community hub. While the hub plans are finalised and permits applied for and approved, a Vinnies Van will start visiting Smithton in a couple of weeks. IN OTHER NEWS Mrs Alexander said they hoped to have the shop and hub up and running by the start of September, but in the meantime, the Vinnies Van would do a weekly run from Burnie to Smithton. "We have a good group of enthusiastic volunteers in Smithton to try the van for Thursdays and Fridays for a start to see how that goes. "Having the Smithton shop as a community hub, we can store things there and organise emergency assistance and hire out the space to other groups." While you're with us, did you know that you can now sign up to receive breaking news updates and daily headlines direct to your inbox? Sign up here.
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The Vinnies shop in Wynyard's Jackson Street has been open for two weeks, but customers will see a change in the near future.
St. Vincent de Paul CEO Lara Alexander said some supported workers from Vincent Industries would start working in the shop, as part of a drive to make the place more community focused.
"The Wynyard shop is connected to Vincent Industries and that employs and offers opportunities for people with disabilities
"We have asked the general manager Nellie McKenna to oversee the shop there, but also offer capacity for her workers to spend a bit of time in retail.
"It's community centred, with local volunteers, local businesses and offering local employees more involvement in retail activity."
WYNYARD REOPENING: Volunteers Jan Halpin and Lorna Bowkett will soon be working with some of the staff from Vincent Industries as the shop moves to a greater community focus. Picture: Brodie Weeding
Ms McKenna said she saw the chance to work in retail alongside volunteers as a great opportunity for her staff.
"It will broaden their experience and they can learn new skill sets."
VINNIES VAN TO VISIT SMITHTON
Progress is also being made on the Smithton Vinnies shop, which is being turned into a community hub.
While the hub plans are finalised and permits applied for and approved, a Vinnies Van will start visiting Smithton in a couple of weeks.
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Mrs Alexander said they hoped to have the shop and hub up and running by the start of September, but in the meantime, the Vinnies Van would do a weekly run from Burnie to Smithton.
"We have a good group of enthusiastic volunteers in Smithton to try the van for Thursdays and Fridays for a start to see how that goes.
"Having the Smithton shop as a community hub, we can store things there and organise emergency assistance and hire out the space to other groups."
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A yoga studio located in Minneapolis, Minnesota focused on holistic and inclusive yoga services to those who experience PTSD and trauma. We were so happy to provide branding and website design to this amazing organization.
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In the absence of a W-4, the federal and state tax laws and regulations mandate maximum taxes be withheld.
The law requires that you complete an Employee's Withholding Certificate (W-4) so that your employer, the State of Maryland, can withhold federal and state income tax from your pay. Maryland residents are required to use the State's combined W-4 form. The employee must use an original form with black ink. The employee must complete the form. The payroll preparer may not advise an employee on what to claim on their W-4 and should only instruct them on the correct way to complete the form to avoid administrative errors that would cause the form to be rejected by Central Payroll Bureau.
Prompt filing of the Employee Withholding Certificate "Form W-4" is to the advantage of all employees. In the absence of a Form W-4, the federal and state taxes are set at "max tax withholding" according to federal and state tax laws and regulations. Upon receiving the W-4 the withholding status will be changed for future pays. Any overpayment of taxes is refunded to the employee when they file their taxes for that year.
You may update your W-4 via the Payroll Online Service Center or the paper W-4 form below. If you are a current employee and do not already have an account, follow the POSC Set-up Instructions to create an account.
If the W-4 has not be submitted or was submitted in error, the employee's tax status will be established at the default withholding until a new W-4 is submitted.
If you have previously filed as "exempt" from federal and/or state withholding, you must file a new W4 annually. Annual W-4 tax filing is required for ALL employees that claim exempt state and/or federal taxes. Employees who claimed exempt for Federal and/or State income tax withholding must file a paper version of the W-4 annually if they wish to remain exempt in the next calendar year. Employees claiming exempt cannot use the Payroll Online Service Center (POSC). If an employee is claiming exempt because they live in PA or VA, they DO NOT need to re-file.
If a new W-4 is not submitted in time, the employee's tax withholding will be set to the default withholding until a new W-4 is submitted. (CPB memo on Filing Exempt Annually) IRS regulations require Central Payroll Bureau (CPB) to revert back to the "max tax" for individuals currently claiming exempt but do not re-file. Employees changing from exempt to taxable also need to complete a new W-4 so they will be taxed according to their designation and not automatically "max taxed".
A new W-4 must be completed when you Change your address. If you live in Virginia or Pennsylvania, you are responsible for your own "state" taxes as Central Payroll Bureau does not have reciprocity with these states.
To learn why the State of Maryland doesn't withhold Pennsylvania State Tax for our government employees who work here in Maryland yet live in Pennsylvania?
Student employees (Student/Graduate employee classifications) will be FICA exempt if they are enrolled in classes at least half time basis (6 credits) as of day 10 for the Fall and/or Spring semester or in a taxable F-1 or J-1 VISA status. Human Resources – Payroll runs an automated program to evaluate and adjust FICA exemption based on class enrollment/credits. The FICA status for the winter period is based on the Fall course enrollment. Since summer semester has multiple mini-semesters, the program evaluates FICA exemption based on the active mini-semester(s) in the corresponding pay period which must be at least half time (3 credits).
If an employee enrolled in a class after the FICA program was run for that period, they will be exempt in the following program run.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the State Income Tax Division require earnings statements to be based on the total amount of payroll checks actually received (gross earnings) and withholdings for the employee for the period January 1 through December 31. These statements are called W-2s.
W-2s are mailed out by Central Payroll Bureau (CPB) each year no later than January 31st. The W2 will be sent to the address that is displayed on the employee's check. It may be updated by completing a new W-4 form or by submitting the information on the electronic W-4 form through the employee's Payroll Online Service Center (POSC) account. If you have not received your W-2 you may request a duplicate W-2 from Central Payroll Bureau.
You may also access the latest 3 years of W-2 statements through your Payroll Online Service Center account. If you have questions about how to read your W-2 and how to reconcile it with your year end pay stub, you can learn more about it in the Your 2018 W-2 & What You Need to Know guide. If you have questions about how to read your W-2 and how to reconcile it with your year end pay stub, you can learn more in the Your 2018 W-2 & What You Need to Know guide.
For terminated employees, if your address has changed or you have not received your W-2, you may access your W-2 via the Payroll Online Service Center.
The most up to date memos relating to W-4, W-2 and other tax related information may be found on the Comptroller of Maryland's website.
Canceled checks and overpayment recoveries must be processed prior to the year-end closing deadline which is determined by Central Payroll Bureau each year. Any transactions processed after the deadline will not be reflected on the W-2 statement. A corrected W-2 statement will need to be requested for these employees.
Net Pay Calculator – The net pay calculator can be used for estimating taxes and net pay. Before using, please have a copy of your pay stub for reference.
Payroll Online Service Center (POSC) allows employees to review and print online pay checks, year-to-date pay history and W-2s. You may also manage your W-4 and change your address with your POSC account.
2018 Federal Tax Memo from Central Payroll Bureau (1/16/18 memo)- "State employee's should see the new calculations of their federal taxes on January 26, 2018." You may log in to the POSC on January 24th to get a preview of your net pay before check day.


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AXIM® Biotechnologies Clinical Trial Listed on U.S. Government Website
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]An upcoming clinical trial by Medical Marijuana, Inc. investment company AXIM® Biotechnologies has been included in the U.S. Government's website clinicaltrials.gov, placing it among the medical community's most important research work.
AXIM®'s Phase I clinical trial is intended to determine the bioavailability of the synthetic cannabinoid dronabinol in two different formulations. This clinical study will pave the scientific foundation for AXIM and its controlled-substance API partner to co-develop a dronabinol-based, controlled-release chewing gum product.
AXIM® will create a functional chewing gum similar to Marinol using the company's intellectual property, including their patent on CBD-based controlled release chewing gum that was recently expanded to include all cannabinoids, including THC.
AXIM® will be creating their new drug using dronabinol, an isomer of THC originally used to make Marinol. First introduced in the U.S. market in 1985, Marinol remains the only FDA approved cannabis-based drug available in the U.S. Axim®'s dronabinol-based gum is intended as a design improvement over Marinol, addressing both safety and efficiency.
In its current capsule form, Marinol is metabolized into 11-OH-THC when it passes through the liver. This metabolite causes significant side effects for patients: including impaired thinking, lightheadedness, negative mood changes, and other adverse reactions.
AXIM's patented controlled release chewing gum largely bypasses first pass metabolism in the liver enough that AXIM® Biotechnologies believes their new formulation will improve efficacy while simultaneously reducing side effects for patients who utilize this new delivery method.
Marinol may be prescribed by doctors for the treatment of cachexia (weight loss) in patients with AIDS and for the treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer treatment. Marinol is typically reserved for patients who have failed to respond adequately to conventional antiemetic treatments. AXIM® will pursue these same indications in its clinical research on their chewing gum replacement. The total market size for Marinol and generic dronabinol products has reached $150 million for all indications.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="17365″ img_size="1200×250″ onclick="custom_link" link="https://www.medicalmarijuanainc.com/overview-of-medical-marijuana-research/"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Listed among the clinical trials being performed by major pharmaceutical companies around the world, the inclusion of AXIM®'s work on cannabinoids alongside other clinical trials is an important step towards the normalization of cannabinoids like THC and CBD as therapeutic compounds.
ClinicalTrials.gov is a Web-based resource that provides patients, their family members, health care professionals, researchers, and the public with easy access to information on publicly and privately supported clinical studies on a wide range of diseases and conditions. The Web site is maintained by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
In 1997, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through NIH, established a registry of clinical trials information for both federally and privately funded trials conducted under investigational new drug applications to test the effectiveness of experimental drugs for serious or life-threatening diseases or conditions. NIH and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) worked together to develop the site, which was made available to the public in February 2000.
With the primary purpose of improving access of the public to clinical trials where individuals with serious diseases and conditions might find experimental treatments, this law required information about federally and privately funded clinical trials; the purpose of each experimental drug; subject eligibility criteria to participate in the clinical trial; the location of clinical trial sites being used for a study; and a point of contact for patients interested in enrolling in the trial. The site lists nearly 250,000 clinical studies from the U.S. and over 200 countries internationally.
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