This is just another quick outfit post of an outfit I wore to the launch of Goodstock, a youth-oriented charity shop just round the corner from my house. It was a fabulous party with an open bar, yummy canapés and shopping (more on that in another post, perhaps).
The team at Elite99 Fashion contacted me a couple of weeks ago to feature one of their products, and in light of the drawn-out winter we've been having, I opted for this very short mod dress. I really had to wear it with tights since I was obviously too tall for the dress, so I would say it suits petite girls more. But it's fleece-lined on the inside, so I was able to get away with a lighter jacket and earmuffs to protect me from the cold!
I am a firm believer in wearing heels as often as your feet can take it, so paired the look with my new favourite suede ankle boots from Asos (seen in my last outfit post). I can't emphasise enough the illusion a short dress and heels can create!
I've been pretty overwhelmed with juggling school and blogging events, plus I had to bake a couple of cakes for friends' birthdays (with unhappy results), so I apologise for the brevity of this post!
Cute! I have bags of admiration for someone who knows how to dress to their physique! But is a denim jacket warm enough...? I understand it's very cold in Manchester now. Keep warm!
GORGEOUS. I'm loving jumper dresses with tights at the moment - but like you, I'm often too tall for 'em. Darn.


I am happy to announce that next week we will be having a guest blogger that will talk about instagram. I have an account with no pictures in it so needless to say I am not very knowledgeable about this medium. I truly look forward to learning how to work in and utilize this great tool.
One resource for networking that can be easily overlooked (including by myself) is creating Collections and Treasuries. When I first began using Etsy I would create 1-3 treasuries everyday, I would incorporate them in my blog and diligently email each person featured the details of where I posted them.
Unfortunately my time has become more and more limited and along with this I have been creating networking gems less and less. Over the last couple weeks I have resolved to be more active in creating at least a few each week. Directly correlating to my decreased creations I have seen a marked decrease in traffic and worse sales. I definitely think that it is one of my missing components, it just makes logical sense.
If I create a collection on Artfire and I feature 12 new shops that is 12 new people that will visit me to at least comment and often to return the favor. On Etsy it is 16 new visitors, but if I make it the big production that I used to it can even be more. Example: I have a board designated to upcycled crafts (something near and dear to me,) I also will post each featured item on my FB page ButterflyInTheAttic, I tweet them with my @ButterflysAttic tag so they can find the post, G+ post, and last but not least I feature the items in my blog post for the day. I then invite each of them to check out all of my social sites along with the treasury, I ask them to repost, retweet, etc. And I remind them that by promoting each other we are promoting ourselves. Something that I strongly believe.
When all is said and done usually I have gained at least 5, if not more, followers of my misc. venues and my shop, have had my information (attached to their information) retweeted, shared etc. to at least a few hundred more people than I could have reached by myself and often those extra people reached will also retweet, share, follow etc.
Thank you so much, Colleen, for providing a place we can share our links. Happy Easter to you!
Excellent networking info, Colleen - thanks! Am looking forward to learning more about Instagram from your guest blogger.
Thank you again for all of your great networking ideas!
Wishing you a most lovely Easter!
Good advice, especially about Twitter! I hadn't thought to directly tweet other crafters like that. You really can't over-promote your shop, and every little bit helps!!


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Cleft lip and/or palate is the third most common congenital (noticed at birth) birth difference, and occurs in approximately 1:750 live births. A "cleft" may include cleft lip, cleft alveolus (gum ridge), cleft of the hard and soft palate or cleft of the soft palate. A cleft palate (with or without a cleft lip) may cause difficulties with feeding, speech development, recurrent ear infections, and dental problems. Coordinated team care with intervention by a pediatric plastic surgeon, speech pathologist, orthodontist, and otolaryngologist allows for evidenced based treatment. At Pediatric Plastic Surgery Institute, treatment begins at birth. At the time of the initial evaluation by the plastic surgeon, the patient will also be seen by the speech pathologist for a feeding consultation. For newborns with a cleft lip, cleft lip and alveolus, or cleft lip and palate, treatment also includes the use of Nasal Alveolar Molding (NAM). The Nasal Alveolar Molding (NAM) allows for improved; palatal shelf approximation, nasal contour as well as approximates the alveolar ridge. If there is a cleft of the lip, surgery to repair the cleft lip typically is accomplished at approximately 3 months of age. Dr. Byrd, Dr. Ha and Dr. Trovato use a 2 stage palate repair, repairing the soft palate (velum) at approximately 3 months of age (in those babies with a cleft lip and palate, this would be at the time of the cleft lip repair). The hard palate is typically repaired at 18 months of age.
These physicians have over 50 years of combined experience with this technique, and have found this type of surgical intervention allows for improved speech development and dental arch relationships. The repair of the velum (soft palate) at 3 months of age allows the velum to assist with velopharyngeal closure during cooing/babbling and development of single words. In addition, postponing the repair of the hard palate until 18 months of age provides two important advantages; reduction of palatal fistulae and decrease in maxillary hypoplasia (decreased growth of the upper jaw). At Pediatric Plastic Surgery Institute, you will be seen by the surgeon and the speech pathologist on an ongoing basis. Otolaryngology (ENT), Orthodontic, and Dental services will be recommended as your child grows and develops. At Pediatric Plastic Surgery Institute, our goal is to provide each child with a cleft lip and/or palate an excellent outcome for aesthetics, speech development, dental, hearing and orthodontic treatment.
Pierre Robin sequence is the presence of mandibular micrognathia (small lower jaw), glossoptosis (tongue posture against the back of the mouth) and cleft palate (wide "u" shaped cleft palate). The presence of the above oral/facial differences may lead to difficulties in breathing and feeding. In newborns who present with respiratory distress due to the mandibular micrognathia, distraction osteogenesis may be recommended. Distraction osteogenesis increases the length of the mandible, thereby allowing the tongue to move forward into the oral cavity.
Velopharyngeal Dysfunction is the inability (for any reason) of closing the velopharynx during speech and swallow. During speech, the velopharynx (velo = velum/soft palate, pharynx=throat) closes (approximation of velum to posterior pharyngeal wall and approximation of the lateral pharyngeal walls to midline) allowing for "oral" resonance. Oral resonance is maintained for all speech sounds, with the exception of /m,n,ng/. If the velophayrnx is not able to make closure during speech, the resulting vocal quality is "hypernasalaity" (too much airflow through the nasal cavity during the production of vowels) and/or "nasal air emission" (bursts of air during production of consonants). Many individuals who present with velopharyngeal dysfunction may also present with compensatory articulation errors (i.e. glottal stops, nasal frication).
Micrognathia is a "small jaw", (micro = small, gnathia = jaw). Micrognathia may be seen in individuals with Pierre Robin sequence, where the lower jaw (mandible) is too small (mandibular micrognathia). As a newborn, mandibular micrognathia may impact breathing, and feeding.
Hemifacial (half of the face) microsomia (small tissue) is a condition in which the tissue (bone, muscle and skin) on one side of the face is underdeveloped. Also known as Occular-Aural-Vertebral Sequence (OAV), the asymmetry of the face affects the eye, ear, jaw, and in some instances vertebrae. Hemifacial microsomia is also known as Goldenhar syndrome, brachial arch syndrome, facio-auriculo-vertebral syndrome (FAV), oculo-auriculo-vertebral spectrum (OAV), or lateral facial dysplasia.
Apert syndrome is characterized by facial differences including hypertelorism (increased distance between eyes), bilateral coronal craniosynostosis (premature fusion of the cranial bones), proptosis (bulging eyes), possible cleft palate, and syndactyly (fusion of toes and fingers). Although Apert syndrome is an autosomal dominant syndrome, in many cases, the child with Apert syndrome is the first in the family to present with this syndrome. Individuals may present with middle ear pathology (recurrent ear infections), possible hearing loss, and possible communication delays (delays in receptive and expressive language, articulation disorder).
Crouzon syndrome is characterized by facial differences including hypertelorism (increased distance between eyes), bilateral coronal craniosynostosis (premature fusion of the cranial bones), proptosis (bulging eyes), and possible cleft palate. Hands and feet are normal in this syndrome. Crouzon syndrome is an autosomal dominant syndrome, in many cases, the child with Crouzon syndrome is the first in the family to present with this syndrome.
Pfeiffer syndrome is characterized by facial differences including hypertelorism (increased distance between eyes), bilateral coronal craniosynostosis (premature fusion of the cranial bones), proptosis (bulging eyes). In people with Pfeiffer syndrome, the thumbs and first (big) toes are wide and bend away from the other digits. Syndactyly may also be present in individuals with Pfeiffer syndrome.
Treacher Collins syndrome is a condition that affects the development of bones and other tissues of the face. Facial features include underdeveloped (hypoplasia) of the zygoma (cheek bone), small jaw (mandibular micrognathia), coloboma (notch in the lower eyelid). Most affected individuals have underdeveloped facial bones, particularly the cheek bones, and a very small jaw and chin (micrognathia). Some people with this condition are also born with an opening in the roof of the mouth called a cleft palate. In severe cases, underdevelopment of the facial bones may restrict an affected infant's airway, causing potentially life-threatening respiratory problems. Additional facial findings include coloboma (notch in the lower eyelid), small, absent or unusually formed ears (microtia).
22q11.2 Deletion syndrome is felt to be found in the population at the same prevalence as Down syndrome, however, it is not as well identified. Individuals with 22q11.2 Deletion syndrome may present with developmental delays due to global hypotonicity (low tone), a history of feeding disorder due to pharyngeal hypotoncitiy (low tone in the throat), cardiac differences (Atrial Septal Defect, Ventricular Septal Defect, Tetralogoy of Fallot), palatal differences (cleft palate, submucous cleft palate, velopharyngeal dysfunction), learning differences, behavioral issues (anxiety, ADHD). Communication skills may be impacted with the child presenting with articulation disorder and resonance imbalance due to probable velopharyngeal dysfunction.
Individuals with Van Der Woude syndrome may present with some type of a "cleft" (cleft lip, cleft palate, cleft lip and palate, submucous cleft palate) and "lip pits" on the lower lip. Van Der Woude syndrome may also include a high frequency hearing loss.
Stickler syndrome is characterized by the presence of cleft palate, or submucous cleft palate and in many cases, Pierre Robin sequence. In addition, individuals with Stickler syndrome may present with visual differences (high myopia, retinal detachment) and pediatric arthritis.
Binder syndrome is also known as nasomaxillary hypoplasia or maxilla-facial dysplasia. Individuals with Binder syndrome present with an undergrowth of the central face, including the upper jaw and nose.
Midface (i.e. upper jaw, cheekbones) hypo (less than) plasia (tissue) is characterized by a reduction in the growth of the upper jaw. The lower jaw (mandible) grows at a normal rate. The result is the individual presents with a Class III malocclusion.


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How To Avoid Oxalate Overload For Weight Loss
For those of us who have heard of it oxalates (the so-called "antinutrients" in some plants that can block mineral absorption), the conversation was probably about kidney stones, which are caused by a buildup of oxalate crystals. But wellness insiders are now saying that oxalates can affect our health — and even weight — in a myriad of other ways.
"Consuming too many oxalates can cause pain and inflammation throughout the body," says Ken Berry, MD, who experienced oxalate sensitivity after adopting a seemingly healthy diet. The sneaky condition is often referred to as "the great pretender" because it can mimic everything from arthritis pain to skin rashes, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and anxiety. In reality, everyone reacts differently to these plant chemicals that can become toxic when consumed in amounts beyond our individual ability to process them. That's why Dr. Berry: "Most people who are highly sensitive to oxalate ingestion have no idea it's causing their symptoms." Indeed, Cornell University-trained nutritionist Sally K. Norton, MPH, author of Toxic superfoodsclaims that many women in the US over the age of 50 may have an oxalate overload.
Understand the theories of oxalate accumulation
Once oxalate crystals enter the bloodstream, they can hide anywhere, even in our most important metabolic gland: the thyroid gland. Sally K. Norton, MPH, refers to a 1993 study of 182 deceased women (whose calcium oxalate crystals were measured within five hours of death): "Older women have an 85 percent chance of having oxalate crystals in their thyroid gland, thyroid function, and body weight regulation. " (Note that the 85 percent statistic refers to women age 70 or older.) Based on this study, it is theorized that the cells closest to these oxalates lose their ability to produce weight-regulating thyroid hormone even at women without a diagnosed thyroid condition."These crystals can destroy the machinery of life: cell membranes," says Norton.But there's also good news: "When oxalates leave the body, it's possible to heal tissues and reverse chronic conditions."
Decades of ill health led Norton to search libraries at medical schools and the National Institutes of Health. She found studies showing that oxalate crystals can accumulate anywhere, including our fat-burning liver, thyroid and adrenal glands. Animal studies show that oxalate ions can damage any cells they come near, shortening cell lifespan, impairing organ function and putting a metabolic strain on the body. Norton says, "Oxalates can make a mess of our metabolism."
Oxalate buildup and poor gut health
Oxalates can also steal minerals from the foods we eat, causing nutrient deficiencies and cravings. In addition, women with poor gut health are the most vulnerable to overexertion. That's a big group, as experts say most of us struggle with some degree of "leaky gut," a condition linked to an increase in belly fat. Healthy intestinal cells limit the absorption of oxalate, but when the intestinal lining is damaged, from things like pesticides or NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen), toxins leak through the cell barrier and into the bloodstream, leaving damage behind.
Dietary trends such as plant-based eating, which include healthy foods high in oxalates, have made oxalate overload more common in recent years. Norton adds, "When we pulverize our food and turn it into nut milks or spinach smoothies, we break up hard-to-digest plant structures that might otherwise limit the effects of oxalate." Her advice? "If conventional wisdom about healthy eating isn't working for you, look to oxalates."
How to reduce your oxalate intake
The good news: By limiting oxalate intake, our kidneys, which remove oxalates from the body, may be able to recover from the toxic backlog. To do that, Norton suggests replacing the highest oxalate foods in your diet with nearly identical swaps for a month to see how your body responds. "This is the easiest elimination diet in the world," promises Norton.
With fewer oxalates in the body, cells can function better and gut health can improve — a factor that can accelerate fat loss. Women also report improvements in brain fog, cravings and digestion. Dr. Berry, who follows his own zero-oxalate plan, adds, "While lowering your oxalates, you naturally lower your carbohydrate intake to promote fat loss."
And potential weight-loss benefits may be just the beginning. Within 10 days of exchanging high-oxalate foods, Norton felt relief from arthritis pain, restless sleep, and bloating. She says: "For the first time in my life I felt good. As the improvements continued, I felt like I was getting younger."
"There is no downside to a low-oxalate diet," adds David Perlmutter, MD, Weight Loss Expert. "It can be a health miracle."
Note: Additional research shows that a diet low in oxalate has no weight loss benefits and is only beneficial for people trying to reduce their risk of kidney stones. Talk to your doctor before switching to a low-oxalate diet.
Norton's approach to excluding high oxalate foods
Not all healthy foods are healthy for every body, according to Norton. "I was floored to think that foods in my healthy diet like spinach, Swiss chard, and sweet potatoes had made me sick," she says. Now she's spreading the word about oxalate overload, especially among older women, as cells weakened by age or chronic inflammation are most at risk for oxalate accumulation — and hold the most potential for a cure. Dr. Adds Berry, "Lowering your oxalates will give you massive relief from inflammation fast."
In Norton's four-week plan, you practice oxalate-conscious eating by limiting foods high in oxalate and choosing lower-oxalate alternatives. In general, meat, eggs, cheese and cabbage are low in oxalate, while some seeds, nuts and beans are higher in oxalate. But this approach is not about perfection. To see weight-loss results, follow this gentle step-down approach…
Week 1: Reduce oxalate consumption to less than 200 milligrams (mg) per day (approximately 60 mg per meal). Start by cutting out the biggest offenders, such as spinach, beets, and dark chocolate.
Week 2 to 4: Reduce oxalates to 100 milligrams or less per day, aiming to get below 60 milligrams daily (about 20 milligrams per meal).
Week 5 and beyond: Once you've reached your goal, experiment with adding some food during maintenance mode. But know that healing can take time depending on your sensitivity level. If symptoms return or weight returns, reduce oxalates by repeating the previous step.
Additional tips for success with a low-oxalate regimen
While a low-oxalate diet hasn't been proven to help you lose weight, it may be helpful if you suffer from kidney stones. Check out these tips to reduce the amount of oxalates that build up in your kidneys.
Squeeze a lemon. Start each day by consuming citric acid in the form of ½ cup of undiluted (full strength) lemon juice. Norton says, "It helps break down oxalate crystals."
Get calcium this one way. This mineral binds to oxalates, mopping up the excess and protecting the kidneys from stones. Aim for a daily dose of 800 to 1,400 mg, depending on your dairy intake. Find a product without vitamin D to improve oxalate excretion.
Cook your broccoli. To lower the oxalate content in raw broccoli, boil it for 10 minutes and discard the water. Norton explains, "This breaks down the cell structures so that some of the oxalates can leach into the cooking water."
Enjoy a healing bath. Some temporary detoxification symptoms, such as headaches or fatigue, can occur when oxalates are flushed from the body. Soaking in mineral-rich water can help, says Norton. To do this, add ½ cup of Epsom salt in a tub of warm water and soak feet for 15 minutes every other day or add two cups to a bath twice a week.
How to know if you have oxalate overload
Home tests are available to test for oxalate stores, but Norton says most of us don't need them. Instead, consider these signs: joint pain, gastrointestinal problems, skin rashes, brain fog, slow recovery from injury, or low bone density. But the most common sign is cloudy or grainy urine. "If there is no urinary tract infection, urine with a cloudy, misty white appearance is likely filled with oxalates." If you experience these symptoms, try the tips above.
Note: These symptoms could instead be signs of other conditions.
This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice or diagnosis. Always consult your doctor before following any treatment plan.
A version of this article originally appeared in our print magazine, First for women.
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Mariah Carey's holiday hits are on loop seemingly everywhere you go; there are festive twinkling lights cropping up on homes, streetlamps, and store windows; and Trader Joe's has enticing displays of giftable cookie boxes and tins (not to mention, Riverdale references) distracting you from everything sensible on your grocery list—yep, the holidays are officially upon us. Perhaps you made a dent in your gift list in a tryptophan haze during the (longer than ever) Black Friday and Cyber Monday madness. Or, maybe you're just starting to sort out your gifting strategy now—in which case, it might be helpful to hear what some of the most stylish people we follow (from designers and models to fashion editors) have their eyes on for the holiday season. We turn to them for inspiration and insight to guide our shopping throughout the year, so why should it be any different now? Even if you've already sussed out most of the thoughtful finds to give others already, you're bound to find an idea or two to put on your own wishlist, or just, you know, to gift yourself. Check out the goods some of your fashion icons are planning to delight loved ones with this season, as well as the items (and experiences, because, hey, you can never underestimate the power of a truly excellent experiential gift) that they hope to get themselves this season.
To give: "The Jason Wu fragrance. It just launched this year and it has been an incredibly personal experience for me-- the top note is the Jasmine Sambac which reminds me of my childhood in Taiwan where I grew up. The fragrance really tells my story and is a little part of me that can share with my friends."
To receive: "The new iPhone X, I live on my phone everyday so it's on the top of my wish list."
To give: "This holiday season, I plan on giving friends and family one of our new photo frames, with a photo of them with their loved ones inside. I love the personal touch of gifting a photo frame with a treasured memory. For stocking stuffers, I'll give bottles of our nail lacquer, to complete the holiday party look with some sparkle, and our new earring supply kit, which is always handy to have and has been flying off the shelves!
To give: "My book, It's Messy, because at this moment in time, and particularly around the holidays, I think it is extremely important to remember that our lives all get a little bit messy! But hopefully this book will encourage readers to embrace their messiness and not let it get them down."
To receive: "This Irene Neuwirth single earring is so elegant. I would love to receive one of these as gift as Irene's pieces are so incredibly beautiful, but not something I would buy for myself. So, in a dream world, this would be the perfect gift!"
To give: "I will be giving the Ram-Ovaries sweater that we made: $500 of each sweater will be donated to Planned Parenthood."
To receive: "My wish is that everyone realizes a world of using only renewable energy is possible."
To receive: "I fell in love this this tote recently. I love Gabriela's attention to detail and quality as well as her dedication to sustainability and responsible manufacturing.
To give: "The only gift I have bought so far is a custom piece of Jordan Askill jewelry. I love giving jewelry, as it feels intimate and timeless."
To receive: "I would love an SLR camera. Next year, I would like to further my technical understanding of photography and stop using my phone to capture my travel experiences!"
To give: "I love being cozy for the holidays and what better gift to give than the perfect flannel PJ set from Aerie. This is the perfect gift for the girls in my family and also makes for fun photos around the tree!"


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Summary of the Clean Air Act
Read this brief summary of the Clean Air Act.
42 U.S.C. §7401 et seq. (1970)
The Clean Air Act (CAA) is the comprehensive federal law that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. Among other things, this law authorizes EPA to establish National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) to protect public health and public welfare and to regulate emissions of hazardous air pollutants.
One of the goals of the Act was to set and achieve NAAQS in every state by 1975 in order to address the public health and welfare risks posed by certain widespread air pollutants. The setting of these pollutant standards was coupled with directing the states to develop state implementation plans (SIPs), applicable to appropriate industrial sources in the state, in order to achieve these standards. The Act was amended in 1977 and 1990 primarily to set new goals (dates) for achieving attainment of NAAQS since many areas of the country had failed to meet the deadlines.
Section 112 of the Clean Air Act addresses emissions of hazardous air pollutants. Prior to 1990, CAA established a risk-based program under which only a few standards were developed. The 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments revised Section 112 to first require issuance of technology-based standards for major sources and certain area sources. "Major sources" are defined as a stationary source or group of stationary sources that emit or have the potential to emit 10 tons per year or more of a hazardous air pollutant or 25 tons per year or more of a combination of hazardous air pollutants. An "area source" is any stationary source that is not a major source.
For major sources, Section 112 requires that EPA establish emission standards that require the maximum degree of reduction in emissions of hazardous air pollutants. These emission standards are commonly referred to as "maximum achievable control technology" or "MACT" standards. Eight years after the technology-based MACT standards are issued for a source category, EPA is required to review those standards to determine whether any residual risk exists for that source category and, if necessary, revise the standards to address such risk.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Antonín Kammel ( – ) est un compositeur et violoniste bohémien. Son œuvre la plus connue est son deuxième quatuor à cordes.

Biographie

Kammel est né à Bieletsch, en Royaume de Bohême. Son père est forestier sur le domaine Wallenstein. Il étudie d'abord au Collège de Slaný entre 1746 et 1751, où il reçoit une bonne éducation musicale. Ensuite il étudie probablement la philosophie à l'Université de Prague, jusqu'en 1753 puis est inscrit à la faculté de droit.

Doué pour la musique, son talent décide de sa carrière : le comte Waldstein l'envoie à Padoue en l'Italie, pour y étudier avec Tartini. Au début de 1765, il s'installe à Londres – Leopold Mozart le cite dans son journal de voyage. Une lettre de Kammel au comte Waldstein décrit les performances du jeune Mozart. C'est à Londres que sont publiées en 1766, à ses frais, ses premières œuvres. Il fait partie du cercle social des principaux imprésarios de concert de Londres au , Johann Christian Bach et Carl Friedrich Abel : on trouve des publications conjointes d'œuvres de Bach, Abel et Kammel. Il se produit en concert pour la première fois en 1766 et 1768. Kammel peut avoir été parmi les musiciens de chambre royaux, où il est apparu au violon et à l'alto. Il se donne en concert annuellement jusqu'en 1782.

Il a également joué dans des festivals de musique en province, à Stamford, Lincs, à Bath en 1768 et 1769, au festival de Winchester dans les années 1770, et conduisant l'orchestre de Salisbury en 1771, ainsi qu'a Blandford à plusieurs reprises et à Newbury aux alentours de 1775.

Le  il épouse Ann Edicatt ; ils eurent six enfants.

Il meurt à Londres en 1784 dans sa cinquante-quatrième année.

Œuvres
Kammel laisse essentiellement des œuvres instrumentales pour cordes. 26 numéros d'opus et quelques autres publications : sonates, duos, trios, divertimentos, symphonies et concertos pour violon. publiées entre 1770 et 1777 à Londres, mais aussi Paris, Amsterdam, La Haye et Berlin, mais rarement au-delà de 1786.

Les quelques œuvres utilisant un instrument à clavier ou des instruments à vent le montrent avec moins d'assurance. Son style est proche du premier Haydn et de JC. Bach.

Bibliographie

  Johann Nikolaus Forkel, Musikalischer Almanach für Deutschland auf das Jahr 1783

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Compositeur autrichien de la période classique
Naissance en avril 1730
Naissance dans la région de Bohême-Centrale
Naissance dans le royaume de Bohême
Décès en octobre 1784
Décès à Londres
Décès à 54 ans

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Author: Kate Sedor, Chris Sedor, and Kristen Sereci
Second Look: Making Diversity Seen and Heard: Why Star Wars Must Fully Embrace its Multimedia Identity
Posted on July 30, 2018by Kate Sedor, Chris Sedor, and Kristen Sereci
Second Look is Eleven-ThirtyEight's biannual tradition of highlighting some of our most interesting pieces from recent months. Every day this week you'll find a different older piece back on our front page for another moment in the spotlight. – Mike, EIC
While George Lucas's famous introduction to the Star Wars universe tells viewers they are light-years away from anything they've ever known, one of the reasons the film immediately resonates with such a broad fanbase is because, despite the starships and futuristic setting, children and adults alike see themselves in Luke, Leia, and Han's struggle. We see not just a story about a rebellion fighting for freedom—we see a coming-of-age tale, and characters lifting themselves up to fulfill their destiny. Or, at least, white fans have been able to see themselves reflected on screen; the franchise's millions of fans of color, and particularly femme-identifying fans of color, have been forced to make do with a love of the stories and the strength of their imaginations. Until recently, the only place fans could see major characters of color play a leading role was in various novels or spin-offs that never made it into the mainstream consciousness. But with the diverse casts of the new Disney-owned films, and the recent photo (courtesy of director Ron Howard) of Thandie Newton in what appears to be an Imperial uniform, there's never been a better time for Lucasfilm to not only start featuring women of color in starring roles, but also to draw those characters from a familiar source – the canon Star Wars novels and comic books.
Lucasfilm's galaxy far, far away used to be a much messier place. Disney's purchase of Lucasfilm and the formation of the Lucasfilm Story Group in 2013, however, changed the game for Star Wars fans. Previous Expanded Universe stories, known for their sometimes incongruous storylines and for George Lucas's indifference to their plots, were jettisoned in favor of a cohesive, multimedia approach to the new canon. This initiative did more than clear up Star Wars "fact" and "fiction"; for the first time ever, various franchise media could overlap in timeline, characters, and plots, allowing for truly multi-media storytelling and opening the door for characters of color to play a more prominent role. Fan-favorite non-white characters who previously only existed in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series began to appear in novels or comics of their own, or, in Saw Gerrera's case, on the big screen in 2016's Rogue One.
At this point, however, fans have mostly seen movie characters cross over into the non-film media. Few original characters from Star Wars non-film media have appeared on the big screen, which is hugely disappointing not only because it does a disservice to the Story Group's mission and efforts since its creation, but also because the franchise's largest strides in representation, especially of women of color, have been made in the non-film media. Because we feel passionately about this issue, we're working in conjunction with #SWRepMatters, an upcoming social media campaign highlighting diversity (or lack thereof) in the franchise through volunteer podcast discussions, blog posts, tweets using the hashtag, and Twitter threads focusing on specific nonhuman characters and characters of color. Our goal with this post is to highlight how Star Wars can improve its cast diversity to match its enthusiastic audience by bringing beloved non-film characters to the movies and, of course, hiring more femme-identifying actors of color. And there would be no better place to start than by confirming the hopeful fan theory that Thandie Newton is playing Rae Sloane in the upcoming Han Solo movie.
Making Diversity Seen and Heard: Why Star Wars Must Fully Embrace its Multimedia Identity
Posted on October 13, 2017by Kate Sedor, Chris Sedor, and Kristen Sereci Guest Editorials


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Q: How do moderators permanently add Site Chat Room to main page sidebar? I noticed in some StackExchange sites that the Chatroom regularly appears in the sidebar.. but in others it does not and though it is on the help menu many users are not even aware it exists as the only link is across the bottom.
How does one permanently add a link to the primary chat rooms to the main side bar like on scifi.stackexchange.com?

Playing around it seems there isn't a specific trigger related to it as far as number of users.. unless we simply are not hitting it with 3 and having recent activity.. clicking chat at the bottom of the screen brings up the following:

And this is all we see down the side:

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*What sites should be automatically handled by onebox

*How to link to a chatroom

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A: Moderators don't have a tool to do this, and I don't believe that moderators request that CMs do it.
I'm not sure when, or to whom, the system decides to show rooms in the sidebar.

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Years on-camera wearing a face full of anchor spackle has taught me a few tricks. Talk to any television reporter or anchor (male or female) and he or she will have a tip or two you can use.
My friend and CBS11 colleague, Tracy Kornet, does a wonderful applying makeup in a way that is natural yet strong enough to withstand the harsh high-definition TV lights. We actually had a wonderful makeup artist at our station for a while who taught us a number of secrets I'll share in the future.
Tracy and I found a moment on Thursday to gab about a few of our fabulous new makeup finds. I'm talking things we wouldn't dare consider going on-camera (or out on the town, in my case) without wearing. Interestingly enough, it's mostly about starting with a good foundation, literally, to keep your makeup in place.
Zethina Mineral Foundation - Tracy has turned a ton of people onto this!


Jyotirmath, also known as Joshimath is a city and a municipal board in Chamoli District in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. On the 1st (Tue), explore the striking landscape at Gorson Bugyal and then get outside with Auli.
For other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Joshimath trip maker tool .
New Delhi to Joshimath is an approximately 13.5-hour car ride. You can also fly. You'll set off for home on the 2nd (Wed).


An ambitious partnership between Ericsson, AstraZeneca, Wuxi National Hi-Tech District (WND) and China Mobile seeks to bring these solutions to Jiangsu Province. Using the latest cellular technologies the partners will trial advanced healthcare applications in areas such as oncology, and respiratory, cardiovascular, metabolic, and gastrointestinal diseases.
This collaboration reflects how government and industry can cooperate with the common goal of creating an innovative and advantageous connected healthcare ecosystem, with Ericsson and AstraZeneca set to play significant roles in the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) for healthcare in China.
The partnership is facilitating a valuable exchange of knowledge and resources, enabling us to research how our technology can improve the lives of everyone in society. Together with our partners, we expect to upgrade thousands of nebulization rooms and centers for respiratory diseases, metabolic management and pain in Wuxi and other cities, profoundly improving the standard of care for people.
As part of the initiative, AstraZeneca is launching the IoT Healthcare Alliance, and China Commercial Innovation Centre (CCIC) to develop patient-focused solutions, incubate pilot projects, and encourage communication and collaboration between companies.
Our decades of innovation experience, and our Device Connection Platform (DCP), will empower AstraZeneca by integrating medical equipment with NarrowBand Internet of Things (NB-IoT) to provide real-time machine analysis and enable reliable connected healthcare.
By building faster and more stable IoT networks, the project aims to drive the development of IoT for healthcare in Wuxi, promote its widespread application in Jiangsu, and present a valuable blueprint for upgrading healthcare services across the entire country so that people everywhere are able to benefit.
NarrowBand Internet of Things enables a wide range of devices and services to be wirelessly connected using cellular telecommunications bands. This particular IoT technology is relatively cost-efficient, as it eliminates the need for a gateway to aggregate sensor data before sending it to the main server – instead having the ability to talk directly to the cloud.
NB-IoT has broad practical applications, but one of the most exciting is how it can be used to improve standards of healthcare. With NB-IoT, equipment can be fully integrated via the cloud, which allows for enhanced data gathering and analysis, and dramatically boosts machine efficiency and the reliability of network communications.
The collaboration between Ericsson, AstraZeneca and partners is accelerating research into an area of critical importance for society, helping to develop and promote disruptive technological healthcare solutions, while encouraging more companies to contribute towards a universal state-of-the-art connected healthcare ecosystem in China.
In collaboration with Ericsson, Tuscany company Piaggio is using 5G technology to put Italy at the forefront of the transportation sector once again. Learn more about this case here.


SAN DIEGO (AP) — U.S. Olympians Amy Cragg, Shalane Flanagan and Meb Keflezighi will run in the half marathon at the Suja Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon on Sunday.
Cragg and Flanagan will run the 13.1 miles as their only event prior to the Olympics in August. Keflezighi will pace the 90-minute group in the half marathon, starting in a special "Meb Corral" after the elite runners.
Keflezighi qualified for his fourth Olympics. He won the silver medal in 2004 and finished fourth in 2012. He also won the Boston Marathon in 2014.
He enjoys running in his hometown race.
Keflezighi turned 41 last month. His goal is to medal in Rio.


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The Democratic nominee for the 2nd Congressional District will have the top ballot position in the April 9, 2013 Election following a drawing conducted on February 28th by Cook County Clerk David Orr and Deputy Director of Elections Noah Praetz.
At 11 a.m., Orr displayed slips of paper with the parties' names written on them, one Democratic and the other Republican.
Orr and Praetz each folded one slip of paper and inserted it into its own yellow pill bottle. The bottles were placed into a large fish bowl. Orr held the bowl, stirred the bottles and Praetz pulled out a bottle. Orr unfolded the card reading Democratic Party. For verification, the other bottle was opened to display the card reading Republican Party.
A lottery is conducted prior to each General Election to determine the order in which the major political parties will appear on the ballot.


Based on recent advances in imaging technologies new imaging strategies were developed to evaluate morphology, function, and molecular characteristics of various organs and cells/cell cluster. The overall goal of Core Imaging Radiology is to provide a translational imaging platform for morphologic and functional imaging to guide regenerative therapies such as bioimplants, cellular transplants, and engineered tissues. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in particular offers a wide range of new functional techniques to quantify and monitor physiologic and pathologic processes such as perfusion, wall motion, vascular and valvular flow, distensibility, edema, fibrosis, tissue diffusivity and oxygenation, and metabolites. Due to the lack of ionizing radiation, MRI is well suited to monitor the transition from bench to bedside in regenerative therapies. We offer a wide range of MR imaging technologies to facilitate this transition in a safe and controlled fashion.
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Ruppert J, Hartung D, Westhoff-Bleck M, Herrmann J, Stubbs B, Cordes J, Kruger THC, Lichtinghagen R, Kahl KG. Increased pericardial adipose tissue and cardiometabolic risk in patients with schizophrenia versus healthy controls. Eur Arch Psychiatry Clin Neurosci. 2017/11/25 ed2017.
Kaireit TF, Gutberlet M, Voskrebenzev A, Freise J, Welte T, Hohlfeld JM, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Comparison of quantitative regional ventilation-weighted fourier decomposition MRI with dynamic fluorinated gas washout MRI and lung function testing in COPD patients. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2017/11/22 ed2017.
Getzin T, May M, Schmidbauer M, Gutberlet M, Martirosian P, Oertel R, Wacker F, Schindler C, Hueper K. Usability of Functional MRI in Clinical Studies for Fast and Reliable Assessment of Renal Perfusion and Quantification of Hemodynamic Effects on the Kidney. J Clin Pharmacol. 2017/11/11 ed2017.
Gutberlet M, Kaireit TF, Voskrebenzev A, Lasch F, Freise J, Welte T, Wacker F, Hohlfeld JM, Vogel-Claussen J. Free-breathing Dynamic (19)F Gas MR Imaging for Mapping of Regional Lung Ventilation in Patients with COPD. Radiology. 2017/10/04 ed2017. p. 170591.
Barkhausen J, Kahn T, Krombach GA, Kuhl CK, Lotz J, Maintz D, Ricke J, Schonberg SO, Vogl TJ, Wacker FK, German Association of Chairmen in Academic R. White Paper: Interventional MRI: Current Status and Potential for Development Considering Economic Perspectives, Part 2: Liver and Other Applications in Oncology. Rofo. 2017/09/02 ed2017. p. 1047-54.
Voskrebenzev A, Gutberlet M, Klimes F, Kaireit TF, Schonfeld C, Rotarmel A, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Feasibility of quantitative regional ventilation and perfusion mapping with phase-resolved functional lung (PREFUL) MRI in healthy volunteers and COPD, CTEPH, and CF patients. Magn Reson Med. 2017/09/01 ed2017.
Peperhove M, Vo Chieu VD, Jang MS, Gutberlet M, Hartung D, Tewes S, Warnecke G, Fegbeutel C, Haverich A, Gwinner W, Lehner F, Brasen JH, Haller H, Wacker F, Gueler F, Hueper K. Assessment of acute kidney injury with T1 mapping MRI following solid organ transplantation. Eur Radiol. 2017/07/16 ed2018. p. 44-50.
Dettmer S, Shin HO, Vogel-Claussen J, Westphal M, Haverich A, Warnecke G, Welte T, Wacker F, Gottlieb J, Suhling H. CT at onset of chronic lung allograft dysfunction in lung transplant patients predicts development of the restrictive phenotype and survival. Eur J Radiol. 2017/06/26 ed2017. p. 78-84.
Czerner CP, Winther HB, Zapf A, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Breath-hold and free-breathing 2D phase-contrast MRI for quantification of oxygen-induced changes of pulmonary circulation dynamics in healthy volunteers. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2017/04/07 ed2017. p. 1698-706.
Hueper K, Schmidbauer M, Thorenz A, Brasen JH, Gutberlet M, Mengel M, Hartung D, Chen R, Meier M, Haller H, Wacker F, Rong S, Gueler F. Longitudinal evaluation of perfusion changes in acute and chronic renal allograft rejection using arterial spin labeling in translational mouse models. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2017/03/28 ed2017. p. 1664-72.
Dettmer S, Grunwald V, Fuehner T, Ganser A, Wacker F, Ivanyi P, Rodt T. CT patterns of organizing pneumonia in patients treated with VEGF/mTOR inhibitors for metastatic renal cell cancer: an observational study. Acta Radiol Open. 2017/03/23 ed2017. p. 2058460117694216.
Tewes S, Gueler F, Chen R, Gutberlet M, Jang MS, Meier M, Mengel M, Hartung D, Wacker F, Rong S, Hueper K. Functional MRI for characterization of renal perfusion impairment and edema formation due to acute kidney injury in different mouse strains. PLoS One. 2017/03/21 ed2017. p. e0173248.
Kahl KG, Utanir F, Schweiger U, Kruger TH, Frieling H, Bleich S, Gutberlet M, Hartung D. Reduced muscle mass in middle-aged depressed patients is associated with male gender and chronicity. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry. 2017/01/31 ed2017. p. 58-64.
Schlett CL1, Hendel T, Hirsch J, Weckbach S, Caspers S, Schulz-Menger J, Ittermann T, von Knobelsdorff-Brenkenhoff F, Ladd SC, Moebus S, Stroszczynski C, Fischer B, Leitzmann M, Kuhl C, Pessler F, Hartung D, Kemmling Y, Hetterich H, Amunts K, Günther M, Wacker F, Rummeny E, Kauczor HU, Forsting M, Völzke H, Hosten N, Reiser MF, Bamberg F. Quantitative, Organ-Specific Interscanner and Intrascanner Variability for 3 T Whole-Body Magnetic Resonance Imaging in a Multicenter, Multivendor Study. Invest Radiol. 2016 Apr;51(4):255-65.
Kahl KG, Kerling A, Tegtbur U, Gützlaff E, Herrmann J, Borchert L, Ates Z, Westhoff-Bleck M, Hueper K, Hartung D. Effects of additional exercise training on epicardial, intra-abdominal and subcutaneous adipose tissue in major depressive disorder: A randomized pilot study. Journal of Affective Disorders192 (2016)91–97.
Kahl KG, Herrmann J, Stubbs B, Kruger TH, Cordes J, Deuschle M, Schweiger U, Huper K, Helm S, Birkenstock A, Hartung D. Pericardial adipose tissue and the metabolic syndrome is increased in patients with chronic major depressive disorder compared to acute depression and controls. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry. 2016/08/17 ed2017. p. 30-5.
Voskrebenzev A, Gutberlet M, Kaireit TF, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Low-pass imaging of dynamic acquisitions (LIDA) with a group-oriented registration (GOREG) for proton MR imaging of lung ventilation. Magn Reson Med. 2016.
Tudorache I, Theodoridis K, Baraki H, Sarikouch S, Bara C, Meyer T, Hoffler K, Hartung D, Hilfiker A, Haverich A, Cebotari S. Decellularized aortic allografts versus pulmonary autografts for aortic valve replacement in the growing sheep model: haemodynamic and morphological results at 20 months after implantation. European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery : official journal of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery. 2016;49(4):1228-38.
Hueper K, Khalifa AA, Brasen JH, Vo Chieu VD, Gutberlet M, Wintterle S, Lehner F, Richter N, Peperhove M, Tewes S, Weber K, Haller H, Wacker F, Gwinner W, Gueler F, Hartung D. Diffusion-Weighted imaging and diffusion tensor imaging detect delayed graft function and correlate with allograft fibrosis in patients early after kidney transplantation. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2016;44(1):112-21.
Hueper K, Gutberlet M, Brasen JH, Jang MS, Thorenz A, Chen R, Hertel B, Barrmeyer A, Schmidbauer M, Meier M, von Vietinghoff S, Khalifa A, Hartung D, Haller H, Wacker F, Rong S, Gueler F. Multiparametric Functional MRI: Non-Invasive Imaging of Inflammation and Edema Formation after Kidney Transplantation in Mice. PloS one. 2016;11(9):e0162705.
Hueper K, Hensen B, Gutberlet M, Chen R, Hartung D, Barrmeyer A, Meier M, Li W, Jang MS, Mengel M, Wacker F, Rong S, Gueler F. Kidney Transplantation: Multiparametric Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Assessment of Renal Allograft Pathophysiology in Mice. Invest Radiol 2016;51: 58–65.
Kahl KG, Pars K, Schweiger U, Kunikowska A, Deuschle M, Gutberlet M, Lichtinghagen R, Hueper K, Hartung D. Adrenal gland volume, intra-abdominal and pericardial adipose tissue in major depressive disorder. Psychoneuroendocrinology. 2015 Aug;58:1-8.
Kerling A, Tegtbur U, Gützlaff E, Kück M, Borchert L, Ates Z, von Bohlen A, Frieling H, Hüper K, Hartung D, Schweiger U, Kahl KG. Effects of adjunctive exercise on physiological and psychological parameters in depression: a randomized pilot trial. J Affect Disord. 2015;177:1-6.
Renne J, Lauermann P, Hinrichs J, Schonfeld C, Sorrentino S, Gutberlet M, Jakob P, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Clinical Use of Oxygen-Enhanced T1 Mapping Mri of the Lung: Reproducibility and Impact of Closed Versus Loose Fit Oxygen Delivery System. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2015;41(1):60-6. Epub 2013/12/18.
Renne J, Hinrichs J, Schonfeld C, Gutberlet M, Winkler C, Faulenbach C, Jakob P, Schaumann F, Krug N, Wacker F, Hohlfeld JM, Vogel-Claussen J. Noninvasive Quantification of Airway Inflammation Following Segmental Allergen Challenge with Functional Mr Imaging: A Proof of Concept Study. Radiology. 2015;274(1):267-75.
Schonfeld C, Cebotari S, Voskrebenzev A, Gutberlet M, Hinrichs J, Renne J, Hoeper MM, Olsson KM, Welte T, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J. Performance of Perfusion-Weighted Fourier Decomposition Mri for Detection of Chronic Pulmonary Emboli. J Magn Reson Imaging. 2015;42(1):72-9.
Hueper K, Gueler F, Brasen JH, Gutberlet M, Jang MS, Lehner F, Richter N, Hanke N, Peperhove M, Martirosian P, Tewes S, Vo Chieu VD, Grosshennig A, Haller H, Wacker F, Gwinner W, Hartung D. Functional Mri Detects Perfusion Impairment in Renal Allografts with Delayed Graft Function. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2015;308(12):F1444-51.
Hueper K, Hensen B, Gutberlet M, Chen R, Hartung D, Barrmeyer A, Meier M, Li W, Jang MS, Mengel M, Wacker F, Rong S, Gueler F. Kidney Transplantation: Multiparametric Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Assessment of Renal Allograft Pathophysiology in Mice. Invest Radiol. 2015.
Renne J, Lauermann P, Hinrichs JB, Schonfeld C, Sorrentino S, Gutberlet M, Jakob P, Haverich A, Warnecke G, Welte T, Wacker FK, Gottlieb J, Vogel-Claussen J. Chronic Lung Allograft Dysfunction: Oxygen-Enhanced T1-Mapping Mr Imaging of the Lung. Radiology. 2015;276(1):266-73.
Solyanik O, Hollmann P, Dettmer S, Kaireit T, Schaefer-Prokop C, Wacker F, Vogel-Claussen J, Shin HO. Quantification of Pathologic Air Trapping in Lung Transplant Patients Using Ct Density Mapping: Comparison with Other Ct Air Trapping Measures. PLoS One. 2015;10(10):e0139102. Epub 2015/10/03.
Ringe KI, Hartung D, von Falck C, Wacker F, Raatschen HJ. 3D-MRCP for evaluation of intra- and extrahepatic bile ducts: comparison of different acquisition and reconstruction planes. BMC Med Imaging. 2014 May 19;14:16.
Kahl KG, Hueper K, Gutberlet M, Detlef AM, Weiss C, von Bohlen A, Schweiger U, Pul R, Lichtinghagen R, Wacker F, Hartung D. Pericardial, intra-abdominal and subdutaneous adipose tissue in patients with major depressive disorder. Acta Psychiat Scand 2014;130(2):137-43.
Hinrichs JB, Renne J, Schoenfeld C, Gutberlet M, Haverich A, Warnecke G, Welte T, Wacker F, Gottlieb J, Vogel-Claussen J. Cardiac Mass and Function Decrease in Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome after Lung Transplantation: Relationship to Physical Activity? PLoS One. 2014;9(12):e114001.
Hueper K, Gutberlet M, Rong S, Hartung D, Mengel M, Lu X, Haller H, Wacker F, Meier M, Gueler F. Acute Kidney Injury: Arterial Spin Labeling to Monitor Renal Perfusion Impairment in Mice-Comparison with Histopathologic Results and Renal Function. Radiology. 2014;270(1):117-24.
Dettmer S, Peters L, de Wall C, Schaefer-Prokop C, Schmidt M, Warnecke G, Gottlieb J, Wacker F, Shin HO. Bronchial Wall Measurements in Patients after Lung Transplantation: Evaluation of the Diagnostic Value for the Diagnosis of Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome. PLoS One. 2014;9(4):e93783.
Bauer M, Schilling T, Weidling M, Hartung D, Biskup C, Wriggers P, Wacker F, Bach FW, Haverich A, Hassel T. Geometric Adaption of Biodegradable Magnesium Alloy Scaffolds to Stabilise Biological Myocardial Grafts. Part I. J Mater Sci Mater Med. 2014;25(3):909-16.
Shehata ML, Basha TA, Hayeri MR, Hartung D, Teytelboym OM, Vogel-Claussen J. Mr Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Insights on Techniques, Analysis, Interpretation, and Findings. Radiographics. 2014;34(6):1636-57.
Hinrichs J, Schaumann F, Renne J, Schonfeld C, Faulenbach C, Winkler C, Gutberlet M, Krug N, Wacker F, Hohlfeld JM, Vogel-Claussen J. Phase-Contrast Mri for Detection of Mild Systemic Hemodynamic Response after Segmental Allergen Challenge in Asthmatic Patients. Acad Radiol. 2014;21(8):994-1001. Epub 2014/07/16.
Vogel-Claussen J, Renne J, Hinrichs J, Schonfeld C, Gutberlet M, Schaumann F, Winkler C, Faulenbach C, Krug N, Wacker FK, Hohlfeld JM. Quantification of Pulmonary Inflammation after Segmental Allergen Challenge Using Turbo-Inversion Recovery-Magnitude Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2014;189(6):650-7.
Hueper K, Peperhove M, Rong S, Gerstenberg J, Mengel M, Meier M, Gutberlet M, Tewes S, Barrmeyer A, Chen R, Haller H, Wacker F, Hartung D, Gueler F. T1-Mapping for Assessment of Ischemia-Induced Acute Kidney Injury and Prediction of Chronic Kidney Disease in Mice. Eur Radiol. 2014;24(9):2252-60.
Hueper K, Hartung D, Gutberlet M, Gueler F, Sann H, Husen B, Wacker F, Reiche D. Assessment of Impaired Vascular Reactivity in a Rat Model of Diabetic Nephropathy: Effect of Nitric Oxide Synthesis Inhibition on Intrarenal Diffusion and Oxygenation Measured by Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Am J Physiol Renal Physiol. 2013;305(10):F1428-35.
Tudorache I, Calistru A, Baraki H, Meyer T, Hoffler K, Sarikouch S, Bara C, Gorler A, Hartung D, Hilfiker A, Haverich A, Cebotari S. Orthotopic Replacement of Aortic Heart Valves with Tissue-Engineered Grafts. Tissue Eng Part A. 2013;19(15-16):1686-94.
Hueper K, Parikh M, Prince MR, Schoenfeld C, Liu C, Bluemke DA, Dashnaw SM, Goldstein TA, Hoffman E, Lima JA, Skrok J, Zheng J, Barr RG, Vogel-Claussen J. Quantitative and Semi-Quantitative Measures of Regional Pulmonary Parenchymal Perfusion by Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Their Relationships to Global Lung Perfusion and Lung Diffusing Capacity – the Mesa Copd Study. Investigative radiology. 2013;48(4):223-30.
Hueper K, Rong S, Gutberlet M, Hartung D, Mengel M, Lu X, Haller H, Wacker F, Meier M, Gueler F. T2 Relaxation Time and Apparent Diffusion Coefficient for Noninvasive Assessment of Renal Pathology after Acute Kidney Injury in Mice: Comparison with Histopathology. Invest Radiol. 2013;48(12):834-42.
Kedziorek DA, Solaiyappan M, Walczak P, Ehtiati T, Fu Y, Bulte JWM, Shea SM, Brost A, Wacker FK, Kraitchman DL. Using C-Arm X-Ray Imaging to Guide Local Reporter Probe Delivery for Tracking Stem Cell Engraftment. Theranostics. 2013;3(11):916-26.
Dettmer S, Entrup J, Schmidt M, de Wall C, Wacker F, Shin H. Bronchial Wall Thickness Measurement in Computed Tomography: Effect of Intravenous Contrast Agent and Reconstruction Kernel. Eur J Radiol. 2012;81(11):3606-13.
Bauer M, Hassel T, Biskup C, Hartung D, Schilling T, Weidling M, Wriggers P, Wacker F, Bach Fr W, Haverich A. Geometric Adaption of Resorbable Myocardial Stabilizing Structures Based on the Magnesium Alloys La63 and Zek100 for the Support of Myocardial Grafts on the Left Ventricle. Biomedical Engineering / Biomedizinische Technik2012. p. 22.
Hueper K, Hartung D, Gutberlet M, Gueler F, Sann H, Husen B, Wacker F, Reiche D. Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging for Evaluation of Histopathological Changes in a Rat Model of Diabetic Nephropathy. Invest Radiol. 2012;47(7):430-7. Epub 2012/06/05.
Hueper K, Zapf A, Skrok J, Pinheiro AC, Goldstein TA, Zheng J, Zimmerman SL, Kamel IR, Abraham MR, Wacker F, Bluemke DA, Abraham T, Vogel-Claussen J. Reduction of Relative Resting Myocardial Blood Flow Is Related to Myocardial Delayed Enhancement, T2-Signal Abnormalities, Left-Ventricular Wall Thickness and Age in Patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance. 2012;14(Suppl 1):P158-P.
Hueper K, Gutberlet M, Rodt T, Gwinner W, Lehner F, Wacker F, Galanski M, Hartung D. Diffusion Tensor Imaging and Tractography for Assessment of Renal Allograft Dysfunction-Initial Results. Eur Radiol. 2011;21(11):2427-33.
Hartung, D, Thiele, L, Hartung, WM. Atriale Signalwahrnehmung mit wandständigen Elektroden und Floatingelektroden bei identischen Belastungen. Herzschr. Elektrophys. (2009) 20: 39.
Fujimoto S, Hartung D, Ohshima S, Edwards DS, Zhou J, Yalamanchili P, Azure M, Fujimoto A, Isobe S, Matsumoto Y, Boersma H, Wong N, Yamazaki J, Narula N, Petrov A, Narula J. Molecular imaging of matrix metalloproteinase in atherosclerotic lesions. Resolution with dietary modification and statin therapy. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2008, Dec 2;52(23):1847-57.


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Supply chain start-up in the spotlight: Milkman
Founded in 2015 in Milan by Antonio Perini and Tommaso Baù, Italian start-up Milkman aims to become Italy's – and later Europe's – go-to company for truly innovative, customer-centric last-mile delivery options. The service enables consumers to shop with whichever web stores they wish and arrange for their online orders to be shipped to the Milkman delivery address that they have set up. They then schedule home delivery by Milkman at their own convenience.
The solution, which is supported by apps for Apple and Android and a proprietary pricing algorithm, includes same-day and next-day time windows and regular updates about the estimated time of arrival (ETA). One of Milkman's unique selling points is the fact that the home deliveries are not based done by crowdsourced drivers.
The proposition is based on the start-up's belief that the future of home deliveries is not only about speed, but also and more importantly about giving choice to the shopper. The company is on a mission to educate consumers about the true value of home deliveries and to empower them to take charge of exactly when they want to receive their parcels. Milkman is also keen to educate omni-channel retailers about the importance of deliveries as a key factor for a successful e-commerce.
The start-up currently employs between 20 and 30 people. The company has received two million euros of funding so far and achieved 130% percent revenue growth from 2016 to 2017. The revenue forecast for 2018 is four million euros and this is expected to increase to €13 million by the end of 2019. Key customers include Eataly, Nespresso, Maxisport, Yeppon.it and Tannico, and the company works in partnership with Digitail and Coop, which is Italy's leading grocery retailer.
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Press release: Irish Refugee Council paper calls on Government to prioritise existing, unused accommodation supply
The Irish Refugee Council is today calling on Government to prioritise existing, unused accommodation supply to house incoming refugees who have fled the war in Ukraine.
While Government's response to date has been strong, and the Irish public's show of solidarity has been remarkable, the focus now is to develop a long-term plan. More than 18,000 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Ireland to date and this number is expected to grow as the crisis continues.
In its policy paper to Government, published today and the first in a series of papers outlining recommendations for Government in how to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, the Irish Refugee Council highlights the need to prioritise existing, unused accommodation which is readily available and most suitable to house incoming refugees fleeing the war.
The Irish Refugee Council recognises the public's response in pledging own-door accommodation has been nothing short of extraordinary, but the State now needs to look at more long-term solutions. Types of readily-available accommodation may include, in order of suitability:
Holiday homes which are currently unoccupied.
Unoccupied purpose-built 'build to rent' accommodation.
Vacant student housing.
Once these accommodation options have been exhausted, pledged housing in shared homes can then be utilised.
In addition to prioritising existing, unused accommodation, the policy paper also outlines several key recommendations:
Bolster, empower and guide a local response.
Guide and support the pledged accommodation process.
Create a clearly defined, phased approach to introducing accommodation.
Adopt a whole of society, emergency response approach.
Honour the commitment to end Direct Provision.
Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council said: "Our policy paper acknowledges that the Irish State's response has been strong. We admire the Irish public's show of solidarity, but we must now look at the next steps and a long-term plan."
"Our key recommendation is prioritising existing, unused accommodation supply. A voluntary holiday homes pledge scheme should be established to enable people across Ireland to offer these houses as accommodation, allowing the State to accommodate refugees from Ukraine in unoccupied holiday homes which are currently available."
"Unoccupied purpose-built 'build-to-rent' apartment accommodation and student housing could be available for pledged accommodation. Pledged and hosted accommodation can provide a significant amount of supply, but it will require guidance and support. There are limits to what individuals can do, and information about, and access to, professional support is essential along with exit plans."
"Given the scale of the challenge, a whole of society approach should be adopted, with all sectors — public, private and civil society — urged to support the huge humanitarian response effort and provide accommodation wherever possible. Emergency powers and legislative change should also be considered, if necessary."
"Finally, we call on Government to honour its commitment to ending Direct Provision. While this commitment is likely to suffer in the short term, accommodation solutions identified now may offer some opportunities for pursuing alternatives to Direct Provision in the longer term."
Notes for editor:
The paper can be downloaded here.
The Irish Refugee Council's Ukraine Information Hub is available here.
For comment: Nick Henderson, CEO, 085 858 5559
For further information: Fiachradh McDermott, Gibney Communications, 087 655 7070
This is the first in a series of policy position papers from the Irish Refugee Council detailing recommendations to the Irish government in response to the unprecedented humanitarian crisis that followed the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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What Is a Maker?
Posted on January 8, 2023 January 8, 2023 by semogatopsgphk
The concept of making can be viewed as a multidimensional phenomenon, ranging from the simple act of turning on the ignition to the complex act of assembling parts into a whole. In a practical sense, the best place to start is with a hands-on learning experience. For example, the maker's lab in the SFPL offers students the opportunity to experiment with new materials and technologies in a safe environment. This hands-on approach is a great way to encourage students to try out the novel, the new, and the out of left field. Moreover, the maker's lab encourages students to ask questions, thus stimulating the creative process in a highly gratifying manner.
What are the responsibilities of a maker? A lot of the time, the title of "maker" equates to the person who assembles the parts. This is not an accurate depiction of the actual job entrusted to the maker. Indeed, a more appropriate title would be "maker of things" or even "maker of all things," because it's likely that a maker carries with her a wide range of skills and abilities. As a result, a good mix of responsibilities is required.
There is no denying that the flurry of activity associated with the Maker's Lab has brought about some nifty changes in the city. One of the most significant of these is the emergence of a slew of innovative and disruptive companies. These include the aforementioned SFPL, the Makerspace, TikTok, and a slew of startups. In terms of business, the aforementioned companies have managed to strike a sweet deal in terms of severing their decision-making functions from the Chinese mainland. At the same time, the American car culture has been conjoined by a number of cultural and economic touchpoints. That said, there is still room for improvement, namely the creation of a more equitable and inclusive society.
While it is not exactly new to have a name, the "maker's" lab has been re-energized with the aforementioned improvements. As a result, a small but mighty team is hard at work making its mark in the Bay Area's education sphere. Among them is Robbie Torney, a kindergarten teacher at Lighthouse Community Charter School in Oakland, California. To further the maker's magic, the aforementioned team is in the midst of establishing a 501(c)3 public school, the Lodestar School, which will be based on the principles of a maker's lab, but with more clout. Its stated mission is to improve the quality of life of disadvantaged and underserved children in its care, while at the same time introducing the millennial generation to new and innovative concepts.
The maker's lab is the tiniest microcosm of the broader sphere of the city's educational community. Having an open-door policy and a free-flow of ideas and collaboration is a win-win for the community at large.
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C12 Group awards "2019 Hero Award" to Todd Stewart
The C12 Group, the nation's largest network of Christian CEO peer advisory groups, honored Todd Stewart, president of Gulf Winds International, with their 2019 Hero Award. The Hero Award is given to business leaders who exemplify a servant's heart and have consistently demonstrated a commitment to faithfulness. Recipients work for the cause of advancing ministry efforts using their business as a platform to do good in the world.
Todd Stewart President, Gulf Winds International
Stewart was selected by C12 for the Hero award because of his dedication to building a values-based culture at Gulf Winds International as well as his ongoing efforts to invest in the lives of those in need through International Cooperating Ministries (ICM) and the More than the Move Foundation which was founded by Mr. Stewart.
To date, Stewart's efforts channeled through ICM and the More than the Move Foundation has resulted in the building of 184 churches, orphanages and hope centers across 32 countries. Altogether, these projects have impacted over 40,845 lives.
Under Stewart's leadership, Gulf Winds International has also partnered with several local charities including Search Homeless, Community Family Centers, Elijah Rising, and Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center.
At Gulf Winds International, Stewart and his executive team have strived to build a workplace that places values at the center of its culture. These efforts resulted in the Houston Chronicle naming Gulf Winds one of Houston's Top Workplaces in 2018.
Gulf Winds International, founded in 1996 by Stewart's late father, Steve Stewart, is a 3PL, operating trucking terminals in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Mobile, Alabama. The company provides its customers with drayage, transloading, and domestic trucking services.
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Every business has a website that is an important part of a company's branding and marketing. A good quality website has the potential to attract new customers and also enable the new and existing customers to learn about your product and services and development of sense of ownership and loyalty towards your company.
Navigation is complicated: Navigation issues will lose your website's popularity. Every user wants instant and immediate service on any requirement. If any visitor can't find it flexible when searching on your website, surely the page tends to leave by them. So, if any customer or visitor of your site wants to know how to get information, the information can only be provided with better navigation tools.
On every page of a website, there should be a navigation bar which redirects to the other areas of the site. It should be effortless, flexible and natural. Navigation must be your primary concern because it affects usability and accessibility. The navigation must be easy to handle for any new visitor so you must separate it into various sections.
Content is unorganized: A website must contain the information about your products, services which you offer. If your site contains lots of information like blog posts and links, then your visitors will have no idea what they are searching for as a result to switch to your competitors' sites.
Content must be unique and short so the visitor will stay to go on through the remaining. Content must be divided in the form of points, along with more headings and subheadings. Overall website information must be spacey and spelling with proper grammar is the must.
Low quality and unrelated images: Images are the most proper thing to attract potential visitors to the website. More colorful and irrelevant use of images is not proper to put which distracts the user's mind from the website. Use of low-quality images having the least resolution is distorted and not clear. Lots of images used don't look good and page loading takes more time than usual.
The use of images is always good but there must be a limit in the usage. Always use high-quality images so it can be the load on every electronic gadget and visually clear. Don't use irrelevant images.
Contact Information: Unavailability of contact information is the major mistake. If you are selling, you need to offer visitors various ways to connect with you. Do not make your website visitors search for your contact page. Otherwise, the user will likely get frustrated and leave.
Contact Page is one of the most important pages of your website. It is always the most visited site page. Include your office number, the mobile number where it is clearly visible as well as make your Contact Page one click away to call for mobile visitors. Put the email id so users will quickly find the right information.
Flashy design: We know that in order to be successful on the Internet you need to focus on marketing your website but not on Flashy design. Flashy, a complex design doesn't look good on mobile phones, tablets. It is not an effective marketing strategy. Mashy look of the website will ensure customer spend very little time on it. If the user cannot find out what to do next, then sure they might leave the page.
Always keep it simple and natural while designing. Make use of the proper colors, improves readability and highlight the headings and subheadings with bright colors. Keep the design well focused on what the site is all about. You will find the top Website designing firm in Nashik. Have a look for them.
Take a look at your website and see the mistakes and if any changes you can correct them to increase site visitors. Hope this article will help you and ensure your website will work hard for your business. Have a look for the best Website designing firm in Nashik will definitely help you increase your business.


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INNOVATION: Sounds like transhumanism is just around the corner
Published on Thursday, April 15, 2021 Friday, April 9, 2021 by reinkefj
https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/8/22374749/elon-musk-neuralink-monkey-pong-brain-interface
There's probably no substitute better than just watching the 3m 27s long video as it runs through how the macaque monkey is playing Pong without a joystick.
But in case you don't want to click or watch or engage, here's the outline on what's going on from The Verge:
Pager, a 9-year-old macaque monkey, had a Neuralink implanted about six weeks before the video was shot, the video's unnamed narrator says.
He was first taught to play video games with a joystick for a banana smoothie reward, delivered through a metal straw.
While he was doing this, the Neuralink device recorded information about which neurons were firing — learning, essentially, to predict hand movements by recording which regions fired. After learning the patterns, the joystick Pager used to play was disconnected from the computer.
The monkey appears to go on playing the game using only his mind — playing a game of Pong with no joystick whatsoever.
Glad I won't be around for the mandatory chipping!
But for the souls who are "differently abled", or whatever the politically correct term is today, this could be a Godsend.
For others, it might be a curse.
To me a beer flavored smoothie might entrap me.
Categories INNOVATION•Tags differently abled, handicapped aid, macaque monkey, Pong
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so guess what came home?
gender unknown so its a 50/50 with 2.
If Im extremly lucky I will have 2 hens and have to make my coop bigger and on the other hand if both are roosters someone else is going to be happy since I have already done all the work.lol.
I know they are too cute!