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Meltwater Meandering Channels on Ice: Centerlines and Images
Fernandez, R. (Creator), Parker, G. (Creator) & Stark, C. P. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Mar 19 2019
Merrill et al. ECE-2021-05-00793.R1
Merrill, L. (Creator), Jones, T. (Creator), Brawn, J. D. (Creator) & Ward, M. P. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sep 29 2022
Mesospheric gravity wave activity estimated via airglow imagery, multistatic meteor radar, and SABER data taken during the SIMONe–2018 campaign
Vargas, F. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sep 6 2021
Meta-analysis dataset with sufficient statistics: A dataset of articles, studies and effects from haptics research
Cromley , J. G. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Oct 4 2022
Metabolics of weaning and maternal immune activation in 22 day old pigs
Southey, B. (Creator) & Rodriguez Zas, S. L. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Aug 28 2021
Meterology and ocean data collected at LSU WAVCIS Lab
Zhang, Q. (Creator) & Li, C. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Dec 12 2017
Microclimatic Temperature and Vegetation Structure in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Stickley, S. (Creator) & Fraterrigo, J. M. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Feb 10 2021
Miscanthus grass as a novel functional fiber source in extruded feline diets
Cattai de Godoy, M. R. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, May 14 2021
Miscanthus sinensis multi-location trial: phenotypic analysis, genome-wide association, and genomic prediction
Clark, L. V. (Creator), Dwiyanti, M. S. (Creator), Anzoua, K. G. (Creator), Brummer, J. E. (Creator), Ghimire, B. K. (Creator), Głowacka, K. (Creator), Hall, M. (Creator), Heo, K. (Creator), Jin, X. (Creator), Lipka, A. E. (Creator), Peng, J. (Creator), Yamada, T. (Creator), Yoo, J. H. (Creator), Yu, C. Y. (Creator), Zhao, H. (Creator), Long, S. P. (Creator) & Sacks, E. J. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Mar 25 2019
Mixing Data for Three Small Confluences in East Central Illinois
Rhoads, B. L. (Creator), Lewis, Q. (Creator), Sukhodolov, A. (Creator) & Constantinescu, G. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Aug 1 2020
Model Code and Data for "Assessing the Efficiency Implications of Renewable Fuel Policy Design in the United States"
Zhong, J. (Creator) & Khanna, M. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sep 16 2022
Model dataset for the Wax Lake delta
Model files and GIS data for risk assessment in the Cambrian-Ordovician sandstone aquifer system, Northeastern Illinois, predevelopment-2070
Hadley, D. (Creator), Abrams, D. (Creator), Mannix, D. (Creator) & Cullen, C. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Apr 6 2021
Model output from the Weather Research and Forecasting model with water vapor tracers over Amazon and La Plata river basins
Dominguez, F. (Creator) & Yang, Z. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Jun 17 2021
Model results from Haselhorst et al. (2017) Ecological Informatics: Table S3. Mean slope response for each predictive model used in the ecoinformatic analysis
Modern sinistral whelk spire angles, genus Busycon
Kozuch, L. (Creator), Walker, K. (Creator) & Marquardt, W. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Sep 6 2017
Molecular Biology Databases Published in Nucleic Acids Research between 1991-2016
Imker, H. J. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Mar 8 2018
Monet - Blue Waters Network Dataset
Saurabh, J. (Creator), Archit, P. (Creator), Showerman, M. T. (Creator), Enos, J. J. (Creator), Bauer, G. H. (Creator), Kalbarczyk, Z. T. (Creator), Iyer, R. K. (Creator) & Kramer, W. T. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Oct 5 2019
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Felix, H. (Creator), Hannes, R. (Creator) & Ochoa-Alvarez, I. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Aug 15 2021
Multi-model urban climate projections data from: Global multi-model projections of local urban climates
Zhao, L. (Creator), Oleson, K. (Creator), Bou-Zeid, E. (Creator), Krayenhoff, E. S. (Creator), Bray, A. (Creator), Zhu, Q. (Creator), Zheng, Z. (Creator), Chen, C. (Creator) & Oppenheimer, M. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Jan 4 2021
Multiple stem and environmental variables dataset
Dalling, J. W. (Creator) & Heineman, K. D. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Oct 14 2020
Multi-scale CyberGIS Analytics for Detecting Spatiotemporal Patterns of COVID-19
Lyu, F. (Creator), Kang, J. (Creator), Wang, S. (Creator), Han, S. (Creator), Li, Z. (Creator), Wang, S. (Creator) & Padmanabhan, A. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Apr 18 2021
Multi-State Survey of State Enterprise Zone Laws (Last Updated Jan. 20, 2022)
Layser, M. D. (Creator), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Jan 20 2022
Multi-State Survey of State New Markets Tax Credit Laws (Last Updated Jan. 19, 2022)
Multi-State Survey of State Opportunity Zones Laws (Last Updated Jan. 14, 2022)

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I came across a very interesting article* this week that exemplified how reality is often irrelevant when it comes to choosing a product. It shows an experiment in which a blind person, with 2 red nail polishes, asked volunteers to choose which "shade" they liked best. The polish had no labels at the time and the volunteers thought they were being teased to choose between 2 products that were the same. So, the labels were put back on, they have different names, some chose A, some chose B; later the labels were swapped but the volunteers still chose the same as previously, even though the labels had been swapped and they were in fact now choosing the other product.
A very similar occurrence was shown on a TV show – part of Sky's "Get what you want" series. They did an experiment with wine. They took 2 bottles of the same wine and removed the labels. The presenters then got people to try them but they "informed" the volunteers that the first wine was a mass-produced 'quaffing' wine while the second had been organically produced and lovingly hand made by people using traditional methods in a Chateau in France. When they asked people which one tasted the best…the fake "hand made" one won by far.
These 2 examples show how much we are influenced by words,images and therefore brands. So, if you are creating or rebranding your business or even yourself bear in mind that your "label" or logo counts just as much as what you write in your blog, website or CV. And, the next time you are tasting two products it might be worth closing your eyes as the packaging might just trick your taste buds.
← Rebranding: Sorry but changing your logo is not going to save your business, in fact, it might even damage it.


(A) study of adolescent conflicts and escapes in the field of religion and science ..
Typewritten sheets in cover. Thesis (M.A.)--Boston University This item was digitized by the Internet Archive. Bibliography: p. -78.


The aviation is changing and what worked in the past may no longer be relevant in the future. Fortunately this is an area where West Virginia is paying close attention. The state's airports, educational institutions, industry, and legislature are acutely aware of the changing dynamics and are acting accordingly. There is no doubt that aviation has been and will continue to be a vital component of West Virginia's future.
In the last decade the domestic airlines have consolidated into four main carriers: American, Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines. They have dramatically changed the way they are organized and how and to whom they provide services. Economics have dictated a contraction of the number of flights, the size of the planes and the corresponding expectation of more passenger per flight. The flights that fail to meet enplanement numbers are reduced or eliminated. Charleston's Yeager Airport clearly illustrates this trend. In 2005, Yeager had 13,115 flights and by 2016 that number had decreased to 5,661. Yet Yeager has been able to maintain and expand its facilities and continue to upgrade the quality of its services by paying close attention to industry trends and the requirements of the dominant carriers. Currently it is investigating a new aircraft maintenance facility, an air flight center and preparing a 25 acre site for future development. But ultimately, any increase in the number of flights offered depends on growing the economy and, like the airlines, becoming more regionally focused.
The North Central West Virginia Airport in Bridgeport is in the process of updating its master plan so it can more effectively compete in the next ten years. In an effort to accommodate expected growth, a major expansion of the terminal is in the works to include new gates, jetways, baggage pick-up, and expanded parking. These efforts do not include the activity occurring in the Mid Atlantic Aerospace Complex which is located around the airport. Here Pratt & Whitney, Bombardier, Lockheed, and a host of other aeronautic companies have created an economic engine with a billion dollar economic impact. This complex is located at Bridgeport largely due to the facilities at the airport, not the least of which is the length of the runway and the developable land surrounding it. These past infrastructure investments, somewhat controversial at the time, are now bearing fruit in a significant way and helping the region to meet the future economy head on. In addition the Legislature has been helpful, most recently with the passage of HB 4022 which exempted the repair, remodeling, and maintenance of certain aircraft from the consumer sales, service and use tax.
Workforce training for West Virginia's expanding aerospace industry has been an excellent example of the difference that can be made by planning for and investing in education. A prime example is Pierpont Community & Technical College's Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center. The training programs at this center have been a big reason for the growth and expansion of the industry located around the North Central Regional Airport. The center will be expanding even further with 1.8 million dollars in grant funds received from the U.S. Economic Development Administration and the Appalachian Regional Commission. This is an excellent example of being proactive in enhancing educational programing and facilities needed to help drive the economy forward.
The coupling of investment in education and work force training for aviation related opportunities is not limited to north central West Virginia. Charleston and Huntington are also pursuing game changing opportunities with the leadership of Marshall University. The University has proposed the creation of a School of Aviation which would focus on aeronautical sciences, aviation maintenance, training air traffic controllers and pilots, as well as other related fields of study. A memorandum of understanding has been signed between Marshall University and Yeager Airport. Huntington's Tri-State Airport is also being considered as part of the plan. Marshall is bringing expertise to the table from the Robert C. Byrd Institute of Advanced and Flexible Manufacturing, the Appalachian Transportation Institute, the College of Information Technology and Engineering, and its College of Education and Professional Development. This is a good example of the various components of Marshall University coming together with the airports and developing a program to more closely align the future employment and business opportunities with regional assets currently in place.
There is no question that the airports, the educational community, industry and the legislature have been working together to aggressively prepare for the future. However, one area where initiatives have been less successful is in the creation of regional airport authorities. North Central West Virginia has continued to have difficulty formulating a plan that would bring the North Central West Virginia Airport, the Fairmont Municipal Airport, and the Morgantown Municipal Airport under the auspices of a North Central Regional Airport Authority. The same could be said for Charleston's Yeager Airport and Huntington's Tri State Airport. Parkersburg may even want to join in the discussion with its Mid-Ohio Valley Airport. The consolidation of the aviation industry has been profound. Yet West Virginia's airports continue to operate as islands unto themselves. Perhaps it is time to look how regional airport authorities can create efficiencies and savings as well as potentially increase enplanements, flights, and destinations.
There is no doubt that aviation is a vital component of West Virginia's future and growing its economy. The state's aviation industry has had an excellent track record in adjusting to changing circumstances. Yet more can and should be done. Perhaps regional airport authorities should be added to our "to do" list.


A friendly club in the Grampians/Pyrenees Ranges area.
Slow rides - designed for the beginners, nervous riders, mostly walk with maybe trotting , shorter rides.
Moderate - these will be for the riders that are comfortable walking, trotting & maybe cantering in a controlled group.
Fast rides - these will be towards riders that are wanting to be riding for longer distances & at a trot; canter for the majority of the ride. Also a bit more daredevil rides where we ride up hills, over jumps etc.
Set up to provide riding in our area.


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This position takes a lead role in the management, acquisition, and disposition of real property for Parks. With a high degree of autonomy, this position creates, manages, and reports out on projects, programs, and budgets related to assigned work.
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Showing up as Your Unique Self: Emma Holland's Job Search Success Story
by Mac Prichard
Rejection is a part of the job search that we don't like to talk about. No matter who you are, it stings to be rejected, especially when you thought it was a perfect fit. How do you get past those initial feelings of not being good enough? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Emma Holland and I discuss how she dealt with rejection and eventually found her dream job by refusing to give up. Emma also shares her experience using a career coach and how the support of this coach helped her overcome the obstacles she faced. Learn more about Emma's career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.
Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 50:
Airdate: March 7, 2022
Mac Prichard:
This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference in life.
I'm your host, Mac Prichard. I'm also the founder of Mac's List. It's a job board in the Pacific Northwest that helps you find a fulfilling career.
One of the best ways to get good at job hunting is to talk to people who do it well.
That's why once a month, I interview a Mac's List reader who found a job they love.
Our guest today is Emma Holland. She's the national community and volunteer manager at StartOut.
It's a nonprofit that creates great business leaders by fostering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.
Emma Holland believes in the power of authenticity. In a recent story you can find on the Mac's List website, Emma shares how she sought support from others and embraced her authentic self during her job search.
Emma, why do you love your job?
Emma Holland:
I find the fact that I can show up every single day, not having to question with my colleagues how proud and how out I can be as an LGBTQ person, is one specific asset that I took for granted in some of my other avenues of employment. Because I currently work for an organization that focuses on empowering the LGBTQ community through what we do as a part of our mission.
So much of who I am does not have to be called into question in how I do my work. I am expected to do my work regardless of how I identify, and that has not always been a luxury for me.
Furthermore, how I contribute to our company's mission aligns with the types of things that I am passionate about. What does it mean to build an authentic community? How do we make sure that we are leading with impact instead of just developmental opportunities or financial incentives? How can we champion the stories of the people around us and showcase their successes through the collaborative work that I do with my community?
StartOut has created a space for me to not only be my authentic self with a group of passionate collaborators but also to celebrate other people who are on their own entrepreneurial journeys.
Well, tell us just a little more about the work at StartOut. You mentioned the mission; tell us more about that and what specifically you do on a day-to-day basis.
What I have to say is that it changes frequently because we never know which programs are going to find values to different kinds of entrepreneurs in their businesses.
We work as a dispersed team of remote employees for our nonprofit's mission. The types of folks that we reach are all over the world.
Right now, I manage ninety-five volunteers, who we call our programing board members, that hail from everywhere in the United States, but also Australia, Turkey, India, England, France, and so on.
Being able to hear their perspectives, depending on what type of goal they're working toward, changes, and the feedback that I receive from these folks is always very empowered and authentic.
But our programs go beyond just what we do with our volunteer community, which is create and craft free educational events for other LGBTQ entrepreneurs, and help them in their search for access to capital.
But also one-to-one mentorship, where a StartOut founder is able to be paired with an expert to help them develop one of their business offerings, and we do that very, very carefully where everyone is hand-paired through a program manager who works with our unique experts to make sure that the founder gets what they need.
We also have opportunities for access to capital, like I mentioned, in the form of demo days, where anyone has the opportunity to pitch in front of a series of investors.
Community partnerships, where we work with like-minded organizations to showcase underrepresented founders.
As well as our social media presence, where we profile and get to showcase off on a larger scale to over eighteen thousand members the successes of their fellow communities and potential offerings that they have by being a member of ours.
Terrific. Well, let's talk about your job search, Emma. What was the biggest challenge you faced?
The rejection portion was pretty consistent and something that I did not realize how much of a struggle on my own confidence would be as I was working. I am someone who was a career shifter, but I had been in various industries for nearly a decade, and yet the search itself and how frequently I was getting "thanks, but no thanks," getting to that final interview and setting me up with a different candidate, actually getting a verbal offer while being told that my written offer would be coming, and then the company suddenly shut it down.
There was a level of, am I really good enough to be doing this? Do I think more highly of myself than actually what my skills are? And the fact that rejection could actually sit with me and call into question my own skills and abilities, which had a proven track record, had plenty of references and recommendations, had data backing up what I was able to do. There's still enough that can get under your skin. Wonder, am I good enough? Will I be good enough? Am I gonna find the next best thing for me? And will I be happy there?
I was impressed, in your article, how specific you were about the rejection that you experienced. You mentioned already that you were told to expect a written offer, and it never came because the company shut down. You also mentioned that you were ghosted by a recruiter. Nobody wants to have that experience. And you had multiple interviews with an employer, and then you didn't get an offer. Talk about how you managed that rejection because, for many people, that would be discouraging, and they might give up or struggle for even months. What did you do to turn that around?
It depended on the day, honestly, and I think that some of their rejections hit me harder than others and others inspired me to keep going. When I was ghosted by this recruiter, that was one of the first moments where I had to sit and think, wow. Am I really as attractive as a candidate as I perceive myself to be? Or is this a sign that I don't really know what I'm talking about?
What I decided to do as I started getting, you know, multiple rejections is actually work with a career coach. This is someone who I trusted, had been a former colleague, had been trained in various avenues of career coaching and strength finder, and different business caveats, who was able to sit down with me and kind of review my assets and to say, this is where I see you as a strong candidate for these types of roles. This is where you can make sure you tailor your application materials to really showcase this. This is how you can support types of answers that you might get in interviews and think of how you can talk about the actions you took and the task and the results that came through each of those samples.
That person helped me often cheer myself on when I felt like I wasn't able to pick myself back up. So, I had someone on the outside who wasn't dealing with the consistent rejection that I was navigating but was able to cheer me on and tell me, yes. You've got this. You know what you're doing. You understand, based on your experience, that you know what you're doing. Now, it's just to find the right fit, not just any fit.
She helped me understand also that everything that I am cannot be distilled down into a single interview question. Everything that I am cannot be simplified into a resume format that fits an applicant tracking system. Instead, I should be considering how I am showcasing only a part of what makes me a viable candidate but also a great collaborator and someone that they should be excited to work with because there's only so much that they are able to see with me in the small section of our interviews.
She also helped me understand that some of these are giving me a no because this is not the right fit for me. So, I need to consider the fact that it's not that I am not good enough, but rather that this is not the opportunity that would serve me in the future. So, thank you. Next, we're gonna go on to an opportunity where we fit better.
What I can say is the most crushing was getting an offer from a team that I was so excited to work with, verbally, and an outreach from their team saying hi. We are so excited. We are looking forward to working with you. We can't wait to have you on the team. We think you're going to do great things. The manager that I had multiple interviews with, absolutely hit it off with. The director of the department I was really excited to work with had a proven track record of success in other Portland companies.
And then to hear that surprise, to not only them but myself, that they were suddenly shutting down due to acquisition-related negotiation, and how that happens absolutely out of my control, absolutely out of their control. But I had expected to go into my next work week to say hello, I'm putting in my notice, and I'm so excited about this new opportunity. I had canceled other interviews actually because I was very confident in moving forward with this opportunity, except for one, that one being StartOut, where I landed now.
I'm curious, why did you cancel the interview with StartOut? And then, in hindsight, do you wish that you had not canceled the other appointments that were pending when you were waiting for that written offer?
In hindsight, there was absolutely some, oh why did you do this? That was foolish. You didn't have anything written down yet. You should wait to get this in writing, and I think, for future me, if I'm even in this situation again, that's something that I've learned the hard way.
I didn't cancel my interview with StartOut because their mission seemed too good to be true, honestly, and I wanted to see. This was gonna be a conversation with their executive director, and something that I've learned working with startups, working in tech, and working in the nonprofit spaces, is that senior leadership is often a really interesting indicator of the culture of the organization and how they are driving their work forward.
So, I'd had some really excellent conversations in my previous interviews with the COO, who's now my boss, as well as with their senior program manager and their marketing manager to understand kind of the makeup of the team, the goals that they had. And it seemed truly, uniquely interesting, and for someone who identifies within the LGBTQ community, it seemed like a match made in heaven.
But again, that imposter syndrome rejection was still lingering in the back of my mind, so I thought, you know, this is either too good to be true, but you just need to see what could potentially happen, and I'm very glad that I did.
The conversation I had with that executive director, who is our executive director for the organization, I remember a question that I asked him was about, you know, what success story do, you know, are you the most proud of for the organization? Because I was very curious if he was aware as to how much work went into the programs beyond just his executive leadership.
He not only gave me a great example, he then forwarded me a newsletter from that company saying, "Hey, this is based on our conversation. I thought you might like to see this."
So, he was able to give an example of a founder who was really breaking the mold, had seen a lot of success, and then follow it up, completely unprompted, with an example of that conversation just because it happened to land in his inbox the same day, and I thought that that was pretty tremendous. That not only was the executive team aware as to what was being connected to, but they could follow up with actual examples.
So, I could say some of it was instinct. You need to keep this because you just need to see what's gonna happen. For future me, it is a do not cancel anything until you've signed your name to an offer document.
One thing that you did, that you write about in your article for Mac's list is, create a schedule for your job search. Tell us about that schedule. What'd it look like? And how did it help you?
I'm someone who lives by my calendar, and I know that this is something I use in project management throughout my work I've done in the past. I figured, if this works for how I need to get inter department on projects across the line for what I do for work, I should be thinking about it the same way for my job search.
So, there were certain days that I would set up each week to look for roles and apply for them. There were certain days that I set up each week to follow up with potential role leads or interviews that I had just had to make sure that I had sent, thank you. Is there anything else I can provide for you? Type of feedback.
But I also had a day where I scheduled most of my interviews. Which meant I didn't have to put all of my energy into being interview ready every day of the week. Instead, I would prep, and I knew that I'd have a bunch of calls back-to-back. Have plenty of energy for that day. Have my examples ready to be able to reflect on as well as notes about the organization that I needed to have ready.
And so, at the end of each week on Friday, which is my interview day, and I would use that time just to prepare the questions that they had sent, some of the case studies, some of the technical assessments, depending on what organization I was interviewing with at the time, and it let me have a couple of days to rest in between starting on Monday looking for roles, by sending in potential applications and following up on leads.
I love the fact that you picked the day that you wanted to do interviews. Often, when candidates get calls from recruiters, they think, well, they just should take either the first available slot or whatever is available. But you took a different approach. How do you think that helped you?
For me, it was a moment to understand that I do have worth outside of just what this recruiter is looking for. My time is just as valuable as theirs, and I think that's something that we're very quick to let go of in the job space and just be, you know, amicable to whatever possibility comes our way. I knew that if I was to show up back-to-back after, you know, really tense meetings at work, to then an interview, that I wouldn't be showing my best self.
So, being able to say thank you for submitting this availability. I actually am only available from this time to this time. Would that work for you? If not, happy to make amends and see if we can find something that works best for compromise.
Most of the time, each recruiter that I spoke to or potential hiring manager was very willing to make accommodations. They considered me a candidate they wanted to speak to. They understand that I was working full-time, and they were more than happy to make our ends meet so that it could be mutually beneficial.
That was something that I found was not only appreciated. It was respected, and it didn't come with any form of guilt or lingering push. If there was ever a time where I had to compromise, I understood that, yes, this happens. But the first thing that I can do is just ask and try to protect the time that I have, to know that I can show up as my best self and I can prepare for these types of days.
I will say the luxury that I did have for myself is that I was looking at remote roles only. So, most of these recruiters that I was speaking to were very able to cater to those needs because we were going to be meeting over a Zoom platform anyway.
You work in technology, Emma, but you studied theatre in college, and you are very active in the arts as a performer. How did you persuade employers throughout your career and during your job search that your training and experience in the arts was transferable to the world of technology?
I will never forget my first role in tech, and it totally came from a referral from someone who was actually in the cast that I was performing with. I think I was working as a content provider for a local e-learning company called Open Sesame.
The manager I had at the time took a risk on me through this referral and allowed me to come into a role that was very much being established in real-time. As I wanted to take on more tasks, they would have me test things in different departments.
So, they got to see how easy it was for me to navigate learning things quickly, requesting feedback, collaborating with a group of people, being able to present in front of a group of people in a way that would also request feedback live. This is something that I think the arts prepared me for because it is ruthless, often, in how it critiques its performers. You are putting so much of yourself on a stage for people to be viewed but also to be reviewed at the same time. You're stepping into a character that might be unfamiliar, and you're having to learn so much of the intricacy of what that person does or is in order to play it authentically.
And something that I've learned with this space of being in technology is that you can learn it. It's not just something that is inherently talented. It is a space that you can enter into and continue to upscale. I don't think I will ever be a data scientist, I don't think I will ever be a software engineer, but I did find that there are other roles that exist within technology for people like me that are community-based builders, that are project managers, that are operations managers, who like to see how things fit in the greater puzzle, how to get the right people in the room to provide the type of feedback that you need to push something forward, and to make sure that you fall on a timeline to execute something well so that you don't miss a launch schedule.
So much of that to me is reminiscent of the theatre rehearsal room and making sure that you're scheduling the right people to be on stage at the right time to practice a certain thing before you put it in front of an audience. So, so much of my theatre training, my theatre profession, and how I have been working as a regional performer is very much mirrored within the technical spaces.
Of can, you collaborate well with others? Are you willing to try something new that might be outside of your comfort zone? Are you willing to learn something new that might not be what you signed up for initially, but that excites you? Are you willing to request feedback on a regular basis and not let that feedback crush you, but instead take it and work it to your favor to have a better end result? Whether that be with your product, whether that be in your role, and soon, maybe even asking for a raise.
You can find so many ways that you've become adaptable and also able to work with a diverse group of people that come from different thoughts and experiences, as well as talents and techniques, and find yourself molding with them to get to the results that you hoped to as a group. And so much of that is synonymous with what I experienced in theatre that it transferred very well to what can I learn? How can I learn it? Who do I need to learn from?
And a lot of it also, I think, applies into the way I think of community and how you build those types of relationships.
Well, finally, Emma, what's your number one job hunting tip?
Oh, wow. Number one, for me, it would be to have someone that is your kind of accountability buddy. This could be someone who you actively work with. It could be a former colleague. It could be a friend that's championing you on because there will be days that it just feels hard and impossible, and you will second guess yourself. Having someone outside of your experience who can remind you and ground you and help you recenter was so valuable for me.
Working with that person to understand that my uniqueness cannot be summed up in an applicant tracking system. Instead, only part of myself can be shown here. So, how can I make sure I'm reaching out for when I need help? If I need a pep talk. I called this person regularly about negotiating my salary, about the offers that I was receiving, and how I can navigate which would be best for me.
Having that person, whether it be a coach if you want to hire a career coach who's really intimately aware of the landscape or that colleague who really understands you. A former manager was absolutely essential for me and helped me get through some of the imposter syndrome I was facing from rejections and also helped me feel empowered with my overall job search that, yes, I could do this, and I couldn't wait to tell them when I had moved something forward.
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Концепция когнитивных кадров
Философские науки. 2010. № 11. С. 104-115.
Алюшин А. Л.
Research target: Philosophy, Ethics, and Religious Studies
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Keywords: philosophy of timecognitive scienceHenri Bergsonvisual perceptionauditory perceptionconcept of cognitive frames
Event-related potential study of P2 and N2 components on fast and slow responses in the auditory condensation task
Chernyshev B. V., Medvedev V. PSYCHOLOGY. WP BRP. Издательский дом НИУ ВШЭ, 2016. No. WP BRP 70/PSY/2016.
In tasks involving response choice based on certain stimulus-to-response mappings, at least two stages of information processing may be involved: (1) formation of sensory stimulus object representations leading to stimulus identification, and (2) application of stimulus-to-response mappings (i.e. "task rules") to these representations leading to response selection. Most of the research done in this area involved simple reflex-like stimulus-to-response mappings, thus addressing mostly the perceptual aspect of decision making. Here we used the condensation task, which involves more complex stimulus-to-response mappings. Within each subject, we divided participants' responses into four conditions depending upon performance speed and accuracy: fast correct, fast erroneous, slow correct and slow erroneous responses. We compared event-related potentials between these conditions. We found that P2 amplitude was related to performance accuracy, the effect being evident for fast but not for slow responses. N2 amplitude was increased for slow responses – both correct and erroneous. We suggest that fast errors result mostly from erroneous sensory representations that immediately become translated into actions in conditions of low motor threshold. On the contrary, slow responses happen in conditions of low executive attention, through reevaluation of sensory representations and invocation of cognitive control process via the mechanisms of response conflict detection.
Современная когнитология и когнитивная аналитика в контексте философской инноватики: монография
Ростов н/Д: Изд-во ЮРИУ РАНХиГС, 2014.
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Perceiving Perpendicular and Parallel Contours in the Frontoparallel Plane
Koshmanova E., Sawada T. Psychology. PSY. Высшая школа экономики, 2018. No. WP BRP 90/PSY/2018.
This is an empirical study. The perception of a pair of contours in a retinal image cannot be understood simply by adding up the perceptions of the individual contours, especially when they form a perpendicular junction, or are parallel to one another. It is the relationship among the contours that determines what is perceived. Note that it is hard to actually compare the perception of such configurations quantitatively. We managed to do this by testing the perception of such configurations in three psychophysical experiments in which the perception was characterized by measuring the orientation threshold of a single contour. This threshold was estimated by using a modified Method of Constant Stimuli based on the assumption that contours forming a configuration are perceived individually, and that they are integrated linearly. This assumption made the quantitative comparison of the perceived configurations possible. We found that changes of the estimated threshold depended on the type of the configuration, specifically thresholds estimated from a perpendicular junction were substantially lower than thresholds estimated from a single contour or from a non-perpendicular junction. The lowest thresholds were observed when the threshold was estimated from a pair of parallel contours. These results suggest that the visual system is sensitive to perpendicular junctions and parallel contours in a retinal image.
Added: Sep 3, 2018
Модель представления знаний на основе когнитивных карт
Назаров В. И. В кн.: Научно-техническая конференция студентов, аспирантов и молодых специалистов НИУ ВШЭ. Материалы конференции. М.: МИЭМ НИУ ВШЭ, 2014.
Когнитивные исследования языка. Когнитивная лингвистика: итоги, перспективы: материалы Всероссийской научной конференции 11-12 апреля 2013г.
Edited by: Л. Фурс Вып. XIV. Тамбов: Издательский дом ТГУ им. Г.Р. Державина, 2013.
Когнитивная биология и биомедицина: способы междисциплинарного синтеза
Князева Е. Н. В кн.: Философские проблемы биологии и медицины. Вып. 7: Естественнонаучный и гуманитарный полилог. М.: Принтберри, 2013. С. 46-51.
Терминология менеджмента знания: основные способы образования терминов
Извольская И. В. В кн.: Терминология и культура. Сборник научных статей преподавателей и аспирантов по материалам III международной конференции. М.: МГПИ, 2012. С. 64-72.
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Seeing a Triangle in a 3D Scene Monocularly and Binocularly
Minkov V., Sawada T. Psychology. PSY. Высшая школа экономики, 2018. No. WP BRP 91/PSY/2018.
This is a theoretical study. Theoretical understanding of a visual stimulus in a psychophysical experiment is critical for controlling the experiment and for interpreting its results. This fact encourages vision scientists to use "simple" visual stimuli. A triangle in a 3D scene is one of the simplest stimuli for studying 3D perception. In this study, we analyzed geometrical properties of a relation between the triangle and its retinal image using a computer algorithm. Based on the analysis, we discuss validity of results of past studies that used triangles as their visual stimuli.
The compression of bound features in visual short-term memory
Markov Y., Utochkin I. S. Journal of Vision. 2016. Vol. 16. No. 12. P. 1071-1071.
Detection of skewed symmetry
Sawada T., Pizlo Z. Journal of Vision. 2008. Vol. 8. No. 5:14. P. 1-18.
Time Scales of Observation and Ontological Levels of Reality
Alyushin A. Axiomathes. 2010. Vol. 20. No. 4. P. 439-460.
My goal is to conceive how the reality would look like for hypothetical creatures that supposedly perceive on time scales much faster or much slower that of us humans. To attain the goal, I propose modelling in two steps. At step we have to single out a uni"ed parameter that sets time scale of perception. Changing substantially the value of the parameter would mean changing scale. argue that the required parameter is duration of discrete perceptive frames, snapshots, whose sequencing constitutes perceptive process. I show that different standard durations of perceptive frames is the ground for differences in perceptive time scales of various animals. Abnormally changed duration of perceptive frames is the cause of the effect of distorted subjective time observed by humans under some conditions. Now comes step two of the modelling. By inserting some arbitrary duration of a perceptive frame, we set a hypothetical scale and thus emulate viewpoint for virtual observation of the reality in a wider or narrower angle embracing events in time. Like changing lenses of a microscope, viewing reality different temporal scales makes certain features of reality manifested, others veiled. These are, in particular, features of life. If we observe an object in an inappropriate interval, we may not notice the very essence of a process it is undergoing.
Social Science Research Network (SSRN)
Rostock: Elsevier, 2015.
SSRN is a multi-disciplinary online repository of scholarly research and related materials. Authors can share and distribute their research on an interdisciplinary...
Poisson groups and differential Galois theory of Schrodinger equation on the circle
Semenov-Tian-Shansky M., Marshall I. Communications in Mathematical Physics. 2008. No. 284. P. 537-552.
Л.Н. Толстой: Просветитель, преодолевший Просвещение
Климова С. М. Философские науки. 2019. Т. 62. № 2. С. 109-126.
The article considers the Views of L. N. Tolstoy not only as a representative, but also as a accomplisher of the Enlightenment. A comparison of his philosophy with the ideas of Spinoza and Diderot made it possible to clarify some aspects of the transition to the unique Tolstoy's religious and philosophical doctrine. The comparison of General and specific features of the three philosophers was subjected to a special analysis. Special attention is paid to the way of thinking, the relation to science and the specifics of the worldview by Tolstoy and Diderot. An important aspect is researched the contradiction between the way of thinking and the way of life of the three philosophers.
Tolstoy's transition from rational perception of life to its religious and existential bases is shown. Tolstoy gradually moves away from the idea of a natural man to the idea of a man, who living the commandments of Christ. Starting from the educational worldview, Tolstoy ended by creation of religious and philosophical doctrine, which were relevant for the 20th century.
Гуманитарные чтения РГГУ-2010. Теория и методология гуманитарного знания. Россиеведение. Общественные функции гуманитарных наук. Сборник материалов
Edited by: Е. И. Пивовар М.: РГГУ, 2011.
The Irony of Heidegger
Haas A. L.; NY: Continuum, 2007.
This important new book offers the first full-length interpretation of the thought of Martin Heidegger with respect to irony. In a radical reading of Heidegger's major works (from Being and Time through the 'Rector's Address' and the 'Letter on Humanism' to 'The Origin of the Work of Art' and the Spiegel interview), Andrew Haas does not claim that Heidegger is simply being ironic. Rather he argues that Heidegger's writings make such an interpretation possible - perhaps even necessary.
Heidegger begins Being and Time with a quote from Plato, a thinker famous for his insistence upon Socratic irony. The Irony of Heidegger takes seriously the apparently curious decision to introduce the threat of irony even as philosophy begins in earnest to raise the question of the meaning of being. Through a detailed and thorough reading of Heidegger's major texts and the fundamental questions they raise, Haas reveals that one of the most important philosophers of the 20th century can be read with as much irony as earnestness. The Irony of Heidegger attempts to show that the essence of this irony lies in uncertainty, and that the entire project of onto-heno-chrono-phenomenology, therefore needs to be called into question.
hbar-expansion of KP hierarchy: Recursive construction of solutions
Takebe T., Takasaki K. arxiv.org. math. Cornell University, 2009. No. 0912.4867.
Свобода техники? К пониманию техники у Эрнста и Фридриха Георга Юнгеров
Михайловский А. В. Философские науки. 2013. № 7. С. 79-95.
The article is concerned with the notions of technology in essays of Ernst and Friedrich Georg Jünger. The special problem of the connection between technology and freedom is discussed in the broader context of the criticism of culture and technocracy discussion in the German intellectual history of the first half of the 20th century.
Материалы XLIII Международной научной студенческой конференции «Студент и научно-технический прогресс»
Т. Востоковедение. Новосибирск: Новосибирский государственный университет, 2005.


Craving something sweet? Salty? Crunchy? We've whipped up a bunch of nutrient-packed goodies that'll satisfy the most persnickety of pregnancy tastebuds.
As with many things in life, eating for two isn't necessarily just about quantity—it's about quality. The nutrients you take in (or don't take in) can affect the environment your baby is living in and possibly her future health. In a 2016 Scientific Reports study, researchers found that high-fructose foods messed with the placental function in pregnant mice, suggesting it could have similar implications in human expectant moms. Fortunately, healthy pregnancy snacks don't have to taste like cardboard. They can crackle, crunch and jolly up your tastebuds just as capably as something from your supermarket junk food aisle. So before you hunker down with that bag of cookies—or get bored to pieces eating plain-Jane raw veggies—take a gander at our roundup of yummy, healthy snacks for pregnancy, all 300 calories or less. You and baby will be glad you did.
Love dipping? Chop some of your favorite veggies, unwrap some pita bread and go to town.
This isn't like your typical mid-afternoon pregnancy snacks, but the creamy, rich mix of the potato with yogurt (in place of sour cream) will satisfy any craving—even one for French fries!
We know it's tempting to head straight for the rocky road, but instead of taking in a ton of empty calories, have a refreshing fruit-flavored sorbet with fresh fruit as toppings.
Thick, creamy and sweet, you'll get the satisfaction of slurping up a milkshake — just without all the calories (and the sugar crash!).
This nutty banana combo one of the easiest-to-slap-together pregnancy snacks around—it's sweet, it's satisfying and you get servings of potassium (which helps improve blood pressure control, among other important functions) and protein all in one bite.
With 16 grams of protein and 10 percent of your daily calcium, cottage cheese is a nutritious go-to snack during pregnancy (and don't worry, it's pasteurized!). Add a little fruit for sweetness.
Prepackaged trail mix sounds like an easy on-the-go snack, but be careful you're not overdoing it on the sodium. Instead, get a lightly salted or totally unsalted mix of dried fruits and nuts — they pack a heart-healthy punch and will keep you feeling fuller and longer than a carb-heavy snack would.
Skip the movie theater popcorn and make your own at home to save calories — and avoid the butter-and-salt bloat! To make it taste like gourmet, add some grated Parmesan to the top. Yum!
Surprise! Cereal isn't just a breakfast thing. Pour yourself a bowl anytime you're craving a crunch. Make sure it's whole grain: you can get as many as 9 grams of protein, 8 grams of fiber and 16 grams of whole grains in every bite (score!).
Salsa is loaded with fresh tomatoes and veggies. Baked chips are fine—but healthy pregnancy snacks should sport more nutritional oomph. So chop up some extra carrots, zucchini or whatever you're prepping for dinner and you've got a next-afternoon crunch fest ready for dipping.
The avocado-everything madness works great for pregnancy snacks too. Just mash up half an avocado (aka your dose of good fats), slather onto whole grain toast, and give a squeeze of lemon—and even honey, if you're hankering for something sweet.
Another breakfast snack you can enjoy later in the day? Waffles! We love 'em right out of the toaster, when they're still hot, with a scoop of peanut butter (protein!).
The best healthy pregnancy snacks are easy to pack for the office. Enter: Yogurt. It's quick. It's simple. And if you opt for Greek yogurt instead of regular, you score extra protein points.
While it won't win an award for best-smelling snack (maybe keep this one at home), a hard-boiled egg is loaded with 2 percent of your daily calcium, 6 percent of your daily vitamin A and 6 grams of protein. It's a total win for moms-to-be.
The potassium and magnesium in sweet potatoes help control your blood pressure (so you even reduce your risk of pregnancy complications), and they're a tasty, crunchy snack you can feel good about eating.
Load up on fiber! It's great for your digestive system and will keep you full longer than a bag of Cheetos will.
You don't have to ditch bagels just because you're expecting. Just substitute whole wheat for your typical plain, and stick to half. It's fibrous, filled with proteins and comes without all the saturated fat (score!). Skip the cream cheese and try nut butter in its place.
This sushi-bar staple makes for a tasty pregnancy snack. These days, you'll can find a pouch in many grocer's freezers (even Bird's Eye has its own rendition). Just toss a serving in the microwave and voila! Your 3 p.m. hit of vitamin C.
How about some pie? Or at least a sweet-tooth-happy snack that tastes like one? Slice away the peel of your fave apple and cut into wedges. Place into a bowl, sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg, then microwave, covered, until softened. (Careful, it's hot!) Totally warms you up on a chilly days (or hyper-AC'd offices).


Although there is a wealth of knowledge and experience residing amongst the Membership, SAAA is building a (non-volunteer) Technical Support Team to provide professional advice and support to Members and the Management Team. These persons are a valuable addition beyond support available amongst the Membership community and volunteer advisors.
The Member Offered Skill Support initiative commenced in early 2017. Recognition of the extraordinary collective capabilities of Members both in their aviation worlds and in other professional lives was brought to bear.
SAAA is a not-for-profit organisation with almost all of the Management Team and many technical contributions required to support day to day SAAA business provided by volunteers who don't have endless hours or skills. So, the simple question was asked – who else can and would like to help in any way whatsoever?
The outcome was outstanding – we now have over 120 Members who offered their services and skills to help "do SAAA business" – from experienced metal, composite or timber builders to those with senior management and business experience, auditing skill, regulatory skills, flight operations to insurance – the list goes on. Many of these volunteers have already been contributing, and others are identified and stand ready to start.
The Member Offered Skill Support will be further developed to enable Members to go online and find someone who can help them out – ideally close by.
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Opportunities to fly your aircraft, often in company of fellow aviators, and connect with the aviation community and friends abound. think of a place to go; let everyone know; and you'll very likely have company.
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Conforming to the guide is a requirement by any SAAA membership group undertaking this activity in order to benefit from SAAA's insurance cover available for such events.
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Robotic assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy (RARC) is gaining popularity. A completely intracorporeal procedure is technically difficult and time consuming procedure. Most surgeons perform the diversion using small midline incision, which is also used for specimen retrieval. We report our technique of RARC with modified Pfannenstiel incision.
30 patients underwent RARC since April 2008. Median age was 65 yr (44-85). All had extracorporeal urinary diversions. Ratio of IC vs. NB was 6.5:3.5. The EBL was 275 (175-375ml), mean operating time was 5±0.8 hr. No intraoperative visceral injuries were noted. Two patients had positive surgical margins. Mean number of lymph nodes removed was 12±3. No incision hernia noted.
RARC with modified Pfannenstiel incision is feasible, less time consuming, facilitates NB/IC reconstruction . The incision heals with a cosmetic scar and low risk of Incisional hernia.


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Q: Remove from the array elements that are repeated What is the best way to remove from the array elements that are repeated.
For example, from the array
a = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]

need to get
a = [4, 1]

My method works to too slowly with big amount of elements.
arr = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]
puts arr.join(" ")
nouniq = []
l = arr.length
uniq = nil
for i in 0..(l-1)
  for j in 0..(l-1)
    if (arr[j] == arr[i]) and ( i != j )
      nouniq << arr[j]
    end
  end
end
arr = (arr - nouniq).compact

puts arr.join(" ")

A: arr = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]

arr.
  group_by {|e| e }.
  map {|e, es| [e, es.length] }.
  reject {|e, count| count > 1 }.
  map(&:first)
# [4, 1]

A: a = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]
a.select{|b| a.count(b) == 1}
#=> [4, 1]

More complicated but faster solution (O(n) I believe :))
a = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]
ar = []
add = proc{|to, form| to << from[1] if form.uniq.size == from.size }
a.sort!.each_cons(3){|b| add.call(ar, b)}
ar << a[0] if a[0] != a[1]; ar << a[-1] if a[-1] != a[-2]

A: Without introducing the need for a separate copy of the original array and using inject:
[4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6].inject({}) {|s,v| s[v] ? s.merge({v=>s[v]+1}) : s.merge({v=>1})}.select {|k,v| k if v==1}.keys
 => [4, 1]

A: I needed something like this, so tested a few different approaches. These all return an array of the items that are duplicated in the original array:
module Enumerable
def dups
  inject({}) {|h,v| h[v]=h[v].to_i+1; h}.reject{|k,v| v==1}.keys
end
def only_duplicates
  duplicates = []
  self.each {|each| duplicates << each if self.count(each) > 1}
  duplicates.uniq
end
def dups_ej
  inject(Hash.new(0)) {|h,v| h[v] += 1; h}.reject{|k,v| v==1}.keys
end
def dedup
  duplicates = self.dup
  self.uniq.each { |v| duplicates[self.index(v)] = nil }
  duplicates.compact.uniq
end
end

Benchark results for 100,000 iterations, first with an array of integers, then an array of strings. Performance will vary depending on the numer of duplicates found, but these tests are with a fixed number of duplicates (~ half array entries are duplicates):
test_benchmark_integer
                                    user     system      total        real
Enumerable.dups                 2.560000   0.040000   2.600000 (  2.596083)
Enumerable.only_duplicates      6.840000   0.020000   6.860000 (  6.879830)
Enumerable.dups_ej              2.300000   0.030000   2.330000 (  2.329113)
Enumerable.dedup                1.700000   0.020000   1.720000 (  1.724220)
test_benchmark_strings
                                    user     system      total        real
Enumerable.dups                 4.650000   0.030000   4.680000 (  4.722301)
Enumerable.only_duplicates     47.060000   0.150000  47.210000 ( 47.478509)
Enumerable.dups_ej              4.060000   0.030000   4.090000 (  4.123402)
Enumerable.dedup                3.290000   0.040000   3.330000 (  3.334401)
..
Finished in 73.190988 seconds.

So of these approaches, it seems the Enumerable.dedup algorithm is the best:

*

*dup the original array so it is immutable

*gets the uniq array elements

*for each unique element: nil the first occurence in the dup array

*compact the result

If only (array - array.uniq) worked correctly! (it doesn't - it removes everything)

A: Here's my spin on a solution used by Perl programmers using a hash to accumulate counts for each element in the array:
ary = [4, 3, 3, 1, 6, 6]

ary.inject({}) { |h,a|
  h[a] ||= 0
  h[a] += 1
  h
}.select{ |k,v| v == 1 }.keys # => [4, 1]

It could be on one line, if that's at all important, by judicious use of semicolons between the lines in the map.
A little different way is:
ary.inject({}) { |h,a| h[a] ||= 0; h[a] += 1; h }.map{ |k,v| k if (v==1) }.compact # => [4, 1]

It replaces the select{...}.keys with map{...}.compact so it's not really an improvement, and, to me is a bit harder to understand.

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A new instrumental ensemble for adults held in Caernarfon, the Caernarfon Community Orchestra held its very first rehearsal on Tuesday the 5th of March.
Under the direction of the cellist, Nicki Pearce from Colwyn Bay and with Steven Evans, originally from Caernarfon as répetiteur the Community Orchestra meets on Tuesday evenings from 8:00pm – 9:15pm at Theatr Seilo in Caernarfon.
Sixteen members attended the first rehearsal with another 3 joining the second week.
This new venture is organised by Canolfan Gerdd William Mathias which is based at Galeri Caernarfon and provides high quality music tuition, as well as organising a variety of community events throughout Wales.
"Nicki Pearce and I had been discussing for a while the possibility of establishing an orchestra that would provide opportunities for adults to come together, to socialise and enjoy creating music.
One member that enjoyed the first rehearsal was Gwyneth M Davies from Benllech that plays Bb Cornet.
Since the first rehearsal more members have now joined and a warm welcome awaits any other new members wishing to join the orchestra.
A new series of Caernarfon Community Orchestra will begin on the 9th of April.
To register and for more information members are encouraged to contact Canolfan Gerdd William Mathias (01286 685 230 / post@cgwm.org.uk).


Whether it's a stain from fresh blackcurrants or blackcurrant juice, this guide will give you tips on blackcurrant stain removal to banish those purple marks!
Blackcurrants may well be small, but they're certainly powerful. Not only are these little guys absolutely chock full of nutrients that are great for our kids' development, but they're also bursting with colour – a fantastic shade when you're making impressive-looking fruit crumbles for pudding, but not so great when it gets on your white shirt. So what's the solution?
Have you been left wondering how to get blackcurrant stains out of clothes? The answer is simple – by using the right techniques and the right laundry detergents (like Persil small & mighty bio), you can effortlessly remove even the most stubborn of blackcurrant stains from clothing.
Before you even think about tackling the stain on the garment, it's important to remove as much of the excess as possible – this is whatever is still lying on the surface of the material, and which can be removed easily through gentle scraping or absorption. The type of excess you're dealing with will depend upon a number of factors, including whether the stain was caused by blackcurrant juice, blackcurrant jelly, or fresh blackcurrants, and how long the stain has been on the fabric for.
When looking at fresh blackcurrants, the type of residue is likely to be small bits of the fruit's flesh – you can remove this by gently using a spoon to scrape the blackcurrant off the material. If it's blackcurrant juice or jelly that's the problem, use a clean, dry cloth to absorb the liquid – dab rather than scrub to avoid spreading the stain. Typically, there will be much more residue to remove if the stain is fresh, and less to remove if the stain has had time to dry and set into the fabric.
Like many other types of stain, blackcurrant stains are best tackled when they're fresh. When fruit stains are fresh, they haven't yet had time to set into the fabric, and much of the juice is still sat on the surface of the material, rather than being absorbed deep within the fabric. Ultimately, the quicker you treat a stain, the easier it will be to remove.
Sometimes, however, it's not always possible to get to blackcurrant stains immediately, especially if your kids have enjoyed a fruity drink with their school lunch, or if they've been out on a summer picnic with their friends. If a blackcurrant stain has dried, don't panic. While it may take a little more effort to get the stain out of your clothes, it's certainly not impossible.
The trick for dealing with dried stains is to hydrate them as much as possible, and you can easily do this through soaking the material in cold water overnight. However, anything you can do while the stain is still fresh is advantageous, even if this means gently dabbing the stain with toilet tissue.
Act fast. The faster you treat a stain, the easier it will be to remove.
Pre-treat the stain before washing. Persil small & mighty bio is a great choice for a pre-treatment, and the Stain Eraser Ball makes it easy to apply to any stains before putting it in the washing machine.
Wash as normal with cool or warm water. Hot water may set the stain.
For any stain that's natural, or for any stain that's water-based, the process of flushing works excellently. Flushing is really simple – it involves directing a fast flow of cold water across the stain to force out any residue or discolouration. This method is very effective for removing blackcurrant stains from clothes, but it's important to do it right otherwise the stain could become much worse.
Turn the fabric inside out and direct the flow of water against the back of the stain – this forces the stain out of the fabric the same way that it came in, reducing the risk of contamination with the rest of the garment. Always be sure to use cold water, rather than hot – hot water can cause stains to set into the fabric, and they could even become permanent.
Flushing can often remove some of the obvious discolouration on coloured clothing, but on white clothing, blackcurrant marks can be more intense due to the boldness of the natural purple colour. If you're dealing with stains on white clothing and notice that your short still doesn't look completely clean, even after flushing, then a pre-treatment will finish the job off nicely. Pre-treatment stain removers work by softening the stain, and making it easier for your washing machine to lift the stain from the fabric during the wash cycle. It's always best to use a laundry detergent or pre-treatment like Persil small & mighty, which comes with the handy Stain Eraser Ball – this ball truly revolutionises the way we tackle stains. With a textured base, the ball helps work the stain remover into the fabric, lifting the stain right from the edge of the fibres for an ultimate clean. Just Pop, Pour, and Rub to treat stains on your clothes.
With flushing and a thorough pre-treatment, the blackcurrant stain may nearly be gone. Then, just wash your garment according to the advice on the garment care label with Persil small & mighty bio.
Always ensure the stain has been completely erased before drying – remember, high heat can set stains into the fabric, completely ruining the effect of any previous steps taken to remove the blackcurrant stains!
Persil small & mighty bio can remove stains from blackcurrant juice and blackcurrant jelly, even in a quick wash. Just follow the directions on the label and wash as normal.


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El Cantó de Longeau-Percey és un cantó francès del departament de l'Alt Marne, situat al districte de Langres. Té 24 municipis i el cap és Longeau-Percey.

Municipis
 Aprey
 Aujeurres
 Baissey
 Bourg
 Brennes
 Chalindrey
 Cohons
 Flagey
 Heuilley-Cotton
 Heuilley-le-Grand
 Leuchey
 Longeau-Percey
 Noidant-Chatenoy
 Orcevaux
 Le Pailly
 Palaiseul
 Perrogney-les-Fontaines
 Rivières-le-Bois
 Saint-Broingt-le-Bois
 Verseilles-le-Bas
 Verseilles-le-Haut
 Villegusien-le-Lac
 Villiers-lès-Aprey
 Violot

Història

Demografia

Longeau Percey

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· Posted on Dec 6, 2016
21 Small Changes You Should Make This Christmas
Plan some time for yourself.
by Maggy van Eijk
BuzzFeed Staff, UK
We recently asked members of the BuzzFeed Community to tell us how they look after themselves over the Christmas period. Here are some of their most helpful pieces of advice.
1. Don't put pressure on yourself.
"Understand that expectations lie to you. Thanks to the never-ending Christmas ads and people constantly sharing their holiday highlights it's easy to build up particular expectations. Instead, remind yourself to practice gratitude for what you do have."
— Amy Gunkler, via Facebook
2. Take a break.
"I have a big family so gatherings can be kind of overwhelming. I take some time to myself to read, draw, watch films and a walk in the fresh air always helps clear away the fog."
— Hannah Rose, via Facebook
Dr Joanna Silver, psychologist at Nightingale Hospital, adds: "It's important to realise that it is normal to feel anxious at gatherings so don't put too much pressure on yourself to 'perform.' Concentrating on breathing properly can be really helpful. It can sometimes be helpful to go to a large gathering with a friend so that you feel more comfortable."
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3. Find comfort in your pets.
"I have an emotional support animal. I trained and certified Noah as a therapy dog before I ended up getting diagnosed with anxiety and depression (and realizing how much I needed him), but now that he's certified as an ESA, I can take him with me when I travel (especially home for the holidays). Even when things get rough, I have all the puppy kisses I need to get me through. No matter what Christmas catastrophes I face, Noah has me all covered."
— Svenska
4. Schedule Christmas-free days.
"I always get my shopping done early (but NEVER on the weekends). I buy as many gifts as possible online. I keep a checklist of who I am buying for and what I'm getting them and I cross the items off once done.
"Definitely schedule 'No Holiday' days: no writing cards, no wrapping, baking, shopping, etc. Instead, make it a day to lay on the couch and watch a movie. Also don't over schedule, don't feel like you have to go to all the parties."
— Kirsten J. Hansen, via Facebook
5. Ignore social media as much as you can.
"Turn off that Facebook 'On This Day' nonsense. I had a lovely Christmas trip to Denmark planned with a guy I was dating. It was early December when he told me not to show up. Reliving the days up to that trip and the weeks after kind of strike a nerve."
— Angela Christine, via Facebook
6. Make a list for yourself
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— Latanya Ivey, via Facebook
7. Go outside.
"At my grandparents, where we go during Christmas, there are 4 dogs. Chances are, one will always be ready to play with the ball."
— fwalton
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8. Plan time for yourself.
"Take some time for you, whether it's a long hot shower, or a quiet Netflix/reading session by yourself. It's important to spend time with your loved ones during the holidays, but not if you're putting your own mental health at risk. Spend time with your family, but make sure you set aside some time for you and do something you really love, even if it's only for 10 minutes."
9. Find solace in a book.
"I'm trying a new thing this year! I started re-reading the Harry Potter books the week before Thanksgiving, and it's been great. When I get stressed, I grab a book. It's also been good for the weird down time on family visits like when you're the first one awake or waiting at the airport."
10. Set small goals.
"I give myself targets for each day:
Tuesday: wash the dog, clean bathroom & shower
Wednesday: make soup, buy two gifts etc
It helps to have small goals!"
11. Know your limits.
"I like to remind myself of my own boundaries with my family. I know when to walk away from certain people and when to let them know they've crossed the line. It gets easier every year to make these boundaries clear for everyone involved. If my dad starts going down a road of blaming me for something unreasonable I shut down the conversation by saying: 'I love you but I'm not having this conversation with you.'"
— Clarissa
12. Don't compare your Christmas to someone else's.
— Ilysse, via email
13. Stay active.
"I like to make sure that I keep up my normal (or at least close to normal) workout schedule throughout the holidays. It helps me to make sure that I'm getting a little 'me time' throughout the week and helps lessen some of my anxiety. Also, I've found that exercising can help combat the negative feelings that come with over eating/eating really unhealthy foods."
— Running Dancer
14. Keep an eye on your drinking.
"My sobriety date is 12/26/13 so needless to say Christmas has been an interesting time of year for me. I volunteer to work on Christmas so I can treat it like another day. During the Christmas season, I make it a point to make commitments to help other people. My family of origin can be stressful, so I make plans to get together outside of the holidays, so there's less pressure and expectation. Lastly I make sure to practice overall good self care – pacing myself, reaching out for help when I need it."
— Fluffernutterkitty
Silver suggests planning in advance how much you would like to drink over the Christmas period to help you manage the pressure: "Alcohol increases stress, anxiety and depression so it may be helpful to avoid or limit alcohol. Although you may feel pressured to drink if others are, remind yourself it is ok to say 'no' and that it is your choice whether to drink or not. If you do drink, try and ensure that this is in moderation and that you drink plenty of water."
15. Keep your hands busy.
— Markie McCoy, via email
16. Clear your head.
"I have bipolar disorder and my house becomes very chaotic with lots of people and I'm around a lot of triggers (i.e. alcohol, family arguments, etc.). Exercise has been the best therapy. I make sure that I have access to a gym because the endorphins help elevate my mood. If I can't make it to the gym, just a simple walk with my dog or with another family member is enough to get me out of the house and help me clear my thoughts."
— Rachel
17. Stick to routines you find comforting.
"Recovering from an eating disorder around the Christmas holidays is probably the trickiest time of the year. in my case, the only people who know about my eating issues are my mum and my sister, and everyone else just thinks I'm diet-mad and acting ridiculous.
"A trick that really helps me is to try and recreate my normal would-be-at-school-routine every day throughout Christmas. This includes (painfully) waking up really early just to eat breakfast at the time i normally would, having the same size portions of lunch and dinner (even Christmas dinner) as I normally would, and going to bed as early as I normally would. Doing this makes my body feel as if nothing's changing."
— Meg
Silver adds: "Although Christmas can be a very difficult time for people with eating disorders, try to not just focus on the food, but instead try and focus on the company and other aspects of Christmas. Set realistic expectations of the day so you do not set yourself up to fail."
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18. Don't force yourself to be happy.
"Christmas is really hard for me after my dad took his own life on Christmas 3 years ago. I also have bipolar disorder, PTSD, anorexia and have been in and out of inpatient treatment for the last 2 years.
"Last year I was in hospital on Christmas and what helped me get through that was my friends all called me to talk so I could feel less lonely. I also made sure I wasn't on my own for longer than about 10 minutes at a time because that would have made me much worse.
"I also let myself feel sad if I need to because it can be an incredibly lonely and sometimes scary time of year and it can make it worse to pretend to be happy all the time.
"I also make sure everyone knows I'm not allowed to drink so that people don't try to force me to drink just because it's Christmas."
— Carys, via email
19. Seek help as soon as you feel you need to.
— Rachel, via email
20. Remember your meds.
"Get your medication sorted! I didn't have enough of my tablets to last the holidays because I forgot that our pharmacies and clinics are often closed. Also it turned out that my dose wasn't correct either which made a difficult time much harder."
— Natalie
21. And lastly, don't feel bad for asking people to come to you.
"I spent most of my teenage years living in the house my parents still live in and a lot of difficult things happened during that time. I moved out 5 years ago and going back to visit has gotten harder and harder. I don't want to let my family down and that makes me feel even worse about the situation.
"This year for the first time my parents have agreed to come to me. Most of my flatmates will be away and so my parents and sister are going to spend Christmas here in an environment I feel safe and I'm able to be myself. For the first time in years I am looking forward to Christmas."
— Katie, via email
If you're struggling and want to speak to someone, here are some useful contact details:
Anxiety UK
08444 775 774 (Mon-Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm)
support@anxietyuk .org.uk
0300 123 3393 (Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm)
info@mind.org.uk
B-eat Eating Disorder Association
help@ b-eat.co.uk
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The majority of both teachers and parents believe that the pressure on schools to deliver good exam results is increasingly leading to a narrowing of the curriculum. Read the TES on our YouGov poll and new report, Dangerous diet: how exam rations endanger a broad and balanced curriculum.
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From glass blowing to blending perfume; from luxuriating in the grandest restaurant seats in the city to making friends in the tiniest dive; from basking in lava mud to bashing a golf ball — here's a thick portfolio of adventures and pleasures (for indoors and out, for the pampered and the pumped) to drive away the winter doldrums.
Booth 5, a half-moon facing the bar near the beer taps, where Minnie Driver sat in the 2000 movie, Return To Me.
Booth 7, where Sinatra sat with his back against the wall.
Booth 5 again. When Belushi and Aykroyd were filming The Blues Brothers, they chowed down here. "They weren't actually eating with their sunglasses on, but they did have the suits on," says the owner, Paul Tuzi.


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12,000: Canadian 2009 March for Life Smashes Previous Attendance Records
May 14, 2009 | Daniel Kanis
May 14, 2009 (LifeSiteNews.com) – Under the threat of dark clouds and sometimes through pouring rain, a record-smashing crowd of 12,000 Canadians today gathered on Parliament Hill for a rally and then marched through the streets of Ottawa in protest against 40 years of legalized abortion in Canada. The number of participants significantly exceeded last year's record-breaking crowd of 8,000, making it by far the largest crowd in the 12 years that the march has taken place.
Those in attendance included 18 Members of Parliament.
Jim Hughes, the president of Campaign Life Coalition, the pro-life group which organizes the annual event, told LifeSiteNews that he was thrilled with the turnout. "It's a real blessing," he said, "especially the growing number of young people that are here."
"This is going to make a difference," said Hughes, who pointed out that pro-life Canadians are beginning to mark the date of the march on their calendars, and are going out of their way to make it every year. "We're having a real impact here," he said.
Today's events began in the morning with interdenominational prayer services at the Canadian Reformed Church and St. George's Anglican Church, and two Catholic masses at Notre Dame Basilica and St. Patrick's Basilica.
Eyewitnesses at the Catholic masses said that both churches were filled to, and beyond, capacity. Approximately 900 people squeezed into St. Patrick's Basilica, while over 1,100 overflowed Notre Dame, with an additional 200-300 forced to watch the mass on a screen from the basement of the church, due to the lack of space.
Hughes said he was especially pleased by the unprecedented show of support from the Canadian Catholic bishops, with at least 15 bishops celebrating at the masses. This was the first year in the history of the march that the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has thrown its official support behind the event.
After the rally on Parliament Hill and the march, representatives of Silent No More Awareness Campaign at 3:00 began delivering their powerful testimonies about their own personal experiences with abortion, moving many in the crowd to tears. As the clock on the Hill struck 3:00, the clouds disappeared and the sun broke through.
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New Hospital Approved for Wassit
By Editor on 20th October 2010 in Employment, Iraq Public Works News
The Wassit Investment Commission (WIC) has granted an investment licence in the health sector worth more than 6 billion dinars [$5m], chairman of the WIC said on Tuesday.
"The licence was given to an Iraqi investor to establish a hospital in Kut, which will include 100 beds and five surgery rooms with modern equipment," Sadeq Howeidi told Aswat al-Iraq news agency.
"The hospital will be built in 18 months," he added.
Kut, the capital of Wassit, lies 180 km south of Baghdad.
(Source: Aswat al-Iraq)
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Centenário de Rápo-Táxo — Nom Voyage!
I've mentioned the repúblicas of Coimbra before: student social groups engaged in community and university-related activities residing in various houses throughout the city. The closest American equivalent would be college fraternities and sororities, but comparing the two is like apples and oranges. It is said that the experiences from living one year in a república are equal to 100 years worth in the rest of the world. Hence, the idea of the annual Centenário - a huge celebration honoring the bonds between past and current members, along with their family and friends. There is eating, drinking, laughing, and music and it goes all night and into the afternoon of the next day.
There is a lot of preparation that goes into a Centenário celebration before any partying can take place. Prior to the actual day, a thorough cleaning and multiple renovations were taking place in the building, meetings occurred with alumni regarding house business, and members had to come up with an ad and a song to announce the upcoming event to all the other repúblicas. On top of this, they worked with the house cook to gather supplies and create plate after plate of mouthwatering food for the special evening meal, all while doing homework and studying for tests. It's really amazing to watch everyone come together to make something great happen.
After the meal was more or less over people gathered inside, drinking and talking, while members of Rápo-Táxo attached the newest artwork (with a curtain obscuring it from view) to the wall. Eventually people stopped talking as the speeches and songs began. Each república has its own house song that is sung by its members on special occasions.
Later, the artwork was unveiled. It incorporates a cartoon version the república's pot logo along with a decree and nicknames for all the current members.
Another piece of artwork was created in honor of the house chef and basically all-around-mom to the students, Elisabeta, who was overwhelmed with happiness and surprise when she saw it. Later, Edgar, an amazing one person band who can sing and play several instruments at a time, took the stage in Rápo-Táxo's living room singing songs from my teen years.
Eventually after an amazing evening, we ended up feeling the same as the dog and left to head home, but the party kept going, as folks both young and old continued to pile into the courtyard. Being a part of these customs has opened our eyes to a wonderful world where people of all ages can come together peacefully, can share drinks and have interesting conversations until late into the night even if they just met. No one starts a fight, no one gets violently offended about different points of view, and no one gets so drunk they're passed out or puking or crying. In fact, everyone seems to be friendly, kind, and helpful, which is really wonderful and something I am just starting to get used to.
Here's to many more centenários at Rápo-Táxo and years for me in Portugal!


You are in the dairy department at your favorite VG's Grocery and find yourself just staring at the yogurt selection…there are so many choices! Sound familiar? Look around, there are other customers next to you doing the same thing, you are not alone! Not only are there what seems like hundreds of different flavors, now there are mix-ins, fancy glass jars, whole milk vs fat free. What is one to choose?!


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I Campionati europei di ciclismo su strada 2022 si sono svolti a Monaco di Baviera, in Germania, dal 14 al 21 agosto per gli Elite all'interno della seconda edizione multisportiva dei Campionati europei; mentre si sono svolti ad Anadia, in Portogallo, dal 7 al 10 luglio per Junior e Under-23.

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Giovedì 7 luglio
 10:00 Donne Junior, 22,0 km
 11:00 Uomini Junior, 22,0 km
 15:00 Donne Under-23, 22,0 km
 16:00 Uomini Under-23, 22,0 km

Mercoledì 17 agosto
 14:00 Donne Elite, 24 km
 17:30 Uomini Elite, 24 km

Corse in linea
Sabato 9 luglio
 10:00 Donne Junior,  83,1 km
 14:00 Uomini Junior, 125,9 km

Venerdì 10 luglio
 10:00 Donne Under-23, 104,5 km
 14:00 Uomini Under-23, 147,3 km

Domenica 14 agosto
 10:15 Uomini Elite, 209,4 km

Sabato 21 agosto
 11:30 Donne Elite, 103,8 km

Staffetta
 Venerdì 8 luglio
 10:00 Staffetta Mista junior, 44,0 km
 11:30 Staffetta Mista under 23, 44,0 km

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