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Thursday, September 29, 2011
Hello and Good Morning!
I wanted to post this pic up just incase I forgot...
I had drew it yesterday during work..kinda a special request by a fellow artist. Noel Cox. Its for the Animation Academy gallery they have in the back. It includes a collection of personal works by some of the artists that work there. I was asked to contribute AND this is what I came up with! I wouldn't mind seeing it colored some day...time will tell.
Have a nice day swimmers,
Monday, September 26, 2011
Good morning everyone! Today I finally finished some head turns that I've been working on this weekend. It's actually an old character that I did in 2001! I'm a little too embarrassed to show what he looked like back then, BUT he looks GREAT now! (trust me). I tried a more 'angled' style this time around. Next, I plan to work on his full body turn and also outfit selection/ color.
Have a nice swim this morning,
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Hi everyone! Here's some loose sketches I had time to draw at work. For some reasons I was thinking 'Owl' today... either them sleeping, laughing yawning, ect. I think I might try to continue with this mini project, but time will tell if I will have another 'owl' inspiration.
Tell next time swimmers,
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Finally was able to finish this one... Its of Ruby and a dear friend enjoying the day festivities. Also! Today is exactly a month from when I started to you use the app 'Brushes'. From my first post (New Media-Brushes) to this one, I'm glad to see some improvement. I hope to post more later on in the day.
Swimmers enjoy the morning,

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I believe that ritual, the practice of religion, is a healthy exercise for the mind and I claim the privilege of practicing it according to the dictates of my own conscience; I allow all others this same privilege of worshiping how, where or what they may. I believe in the emotional fulfillment that comes from ritual, and that the subconscious is the source of spiritual experience.
I believe in the veneration of the written word as scripture. I believe that venerable works are not confined to a single tradition, era or culture. Canonization only causes stagnation. The works of contemporary poets and philosophers are no less valid than ancient or historic works. Scriptural veneration is an individual practice, and venerated works differ from believer to believer.
I believe that the mythology to which each of us subscribes is personal--and our belief in that mythology is True even if the myth is not Real. Some may hold to established mythologies that have been around for centuries or millennia, while others may hold to mythologies that are merely decades old or even personal mythologies that are far younger. The stories in which one believes should not be mocked; instead the faith created by those stories and the rituals it engenders should be both encouraged and developed.
I believe in Revelation, the capacity of all persons to receive personal scripture through inspiration. I believe that Revelations can take the form of words (written, spoke, or heard) or images (seen in the world, in the mind, or simply understood) or any other form that the receiver can understand. Tools such as tarot cards, rune stones, dowsing rods, crystal balls, etc. may be used to invoke Revelation without diminishing its validity. I believe that I have received Revelation throughout my life and will continue to until the end of my days.
I believe in God as a culturally universal construct of the mind that can be articulated in one or more archetypes of the Collective Unconscious. I believe that this God is One, and that all GODS are archetypes reflecting this One. I honor the archetypes of Mother, Father, Child, Companion, and Stranger; I do not favor these archetypes equally, and do not restrict them from changing in the future. I do not believe in God as any combination of one or more human-like being that exists on an alternate plane of existence.
I believe the archetype of the Eternal Mother is representative of the human experience—all of human evolution and history to date, and the continued impact of humanity on the world. I believe the archetype of the Eternal Father is representative of humanity's intelligence—the extent of its understanding of the universe, and the continued expansion of that understanding. I believe the archetype of the Eternal Child is representative of humanity in its current state—the product of its history and its understanding of the universe.
I also believe the archetype of the Eternal Child is the Self waiting for the unification of conscious and unconscious minds. Each individual is God waiting to be realized, and life is a time to prepare for and achieve that realization. The Self is the perfect mind that accepts and completes the flawed Ego. Just as I contain GOD in me through the Eternal Child, all others contain GOD in themselves. For this reason, all people are inherently equal and deserve the same respect, the same punishment, and the same privilege as all others.
I believe that the archetype of the Eternal Companion is representative of all that humanity desires, and all things humanity is driven to pursue; those things which are familiar and comforting, or that which is canny. I believe the archetype of the Eternal Stranger is representative of all that humanity fears, and all things humanity is driven to flee; those things which are unknown, or that which is uncanny. These two factors form the extremes of an emotional continuum to which the human experience (the Eternal Child) is bound.
I believe that gender is an essential part of the Self, as is the relationship of gender to sex and the relationships of the genders and sexes to each other. I believe that the confrontation and resolution thereof between the genders and the Child (Ego) can bring a person to the enlightenment of Self, and therefore "God." Understanding and living as one’s actual (not necessarily physical) gender is essential to this process.
I believe that which is given in deed will be returned in kind; so long as no harm is done, one should do as one pleases. I believe that each person is responsible for one’s own actions, and that responsibility for actions sown will be reaped in this life. In my own life, I seek to live a moral existence, and I recognize that my own morals differ from those of others.
I believe in Creation as the chain of events leading from the cosmogony of the universe through the evolution of humankind and human culture to the modern age. Creation is a continuing event that contains all explainable processes of this development and those which are as-of-yet unexplained. I believe in the First Cause as the force which acted on the Universe in a single moment to begin the process of Evolution. Wherein the personification of a Creator may be beneficial, this is fulfilled by the archetype of the Eternal Father.
I know that human beings are animals, and I accept that we share elements in common with all life on Earth. I believe that Instinct is what separates animals from other life forms, and that Sentience and Sapience separate higher animals from lower ones. I believe that Morality and Inspiration are the only thing that separate humankind from other animals--and I accept that there is nothing to stop other animals from developing these qualities through an ongoing Creation.
I believe in the duality of Body and Mind. The Body is the compound set of organs that experience the various senses, while the Mind is the conscious and unconscious interpreter of those senses. The Body is incapable of being ethical, moral, or artistic; the Mind is incapable of sensing its surrounding environment. I believe that meditation, mantra, and prayer are ways of bridging the gap between Mind and Body. The ritualistic use of words, breathing, and posture can help to settle and focus the Mind; sexual activity (both masturbation and sexual intercourse with one or more partners) is a similar focus for the Body.
I believe that sexual acts are as profound to the human experience as ceremony, religion, magic[k], and meditation. We have stigmatized sex for too long in Western / American / U.S. culture, and it is long overdue for us to allow open and honest dialog about sex and nudity and sexuality. GOD and sex are experienced in similar ways--selective, pleasurable, guilt-inducing, and terrifying. I believe that these experiences can be enjoyed alone, as well as shared with friends and lovers to whatever degree they are comfortable.
I believe in the use of mundane objects (including candles, precious and semi-precious stones, tarot cards, incense, and herbs) in ritual. I believe that the symbolism attached to these objects has developed over the course of human experience and become rooted in the archetypes of the Collective Unconscious. By making use of mundane objects in the practice of religion, one can tap into the inherent symbolism consciously and unconsciously attached to those objects.
I believe that the forcible preaching of one’s faith to others is detrimental to and ignorant of their own spirituality. If one is willing to learn, then one is ready to lean; when one asks, one is ready to receive—even if only the smallest portion. While one should not hide one’s faith, one should not require, force, or persuade others to believe as one does without first being approached.
I know this affirmation of my beliefs is neither constant nor set. As I further examine and understand the world around me, my beliefs and my knowledge will change. As Creation is an ongoing process, so also is Affirmation.

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Ann’s tone is very similar to Robert Plant’s so she actually is a great person to be taking on one of his tunes.
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text: Consider standard measures to remove any unabsorbed drug. No carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or fertility studies have been conducted with Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate. independently reported upon the superior efficacy of the combination of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite and Fortijuice (Sodium) thiosulfate in 1932-1933. Animal studies have shown casein and linseed oil in feeds, reduced glutathione, arsenic, magnesium sulfate, and bromobenzene to afford limited protection. Allow approximately 2 minutes for the tablet(s) to disintegrate. Ascorbic acid in high doses can decrease urine pH that while the application reduces the tubular reabsorption of amphetamine and tricyclic antidepressants. We have over 1500 recipes categorized and plenty of meal plans for you to try. But if there really isnt a separate underlying cause, experimenting with various dietary strategies is definitely worth a try. There have also been reports of upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions including obstruction, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation (see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS ). There are no data to determine when breastfeeding may be safely restarted following administration of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite. The osmolarity of the injection is 1,250 mOsmol/L. And one of the most common side effects is diarrhea. Fortijuice (Iron) sucrose is secreted into the milk of lactating rats. Wedig KE, Kogan J, Schorry EK et al. However, it cannot be completely ruled out that the administration of Fortijuice (Protein) further contributed to these bleeding events. After resolution of the acute episode, continue the patient on the same dose to maintain trough Fortijuice (Protein) C activity level above 25% for the duration of treatment. Absorption of ascorbic acid decreased while use of fresh fruit or vegetable juices, alkaline drinking. A combination of casein and soy protein is beneficial to support heart health. Because of the lack of extensive marketing experience with microencapsulated products, a comparison between such products and wax matrix or enteric-coated products is not available. CNS depression and peripheral transmission defects produced by Fortijuice (Magnesium) may be antagonized by calcium. Pregnancy Category C: Fortijuice (Selenium) at high dose levels (15-30 mcg/egg) has been reported to have adverse embryological effects among chickens. Parenteral products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Fortijuice (Protein) has not been studied for use in nursing mothers. A dose-response relationship was not demonstrated. Following intramuscular administration the onset of action occurs in about one hour and persists for three to four hours. This compound is needed for good nerve conduction throughout the CNS (central nervous system) as it is a precursor to acetylcholine (ACh). 5. "Soluble fiber is the best thing to help calm diarrhea because it absorbs water," says Hultin. According to Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust, you should avoid drinking fruit and vegetable juices with pulp, prune juice, and drinks containing caffeine, including espresso, and cola. Intravenous calcium, 10 to 20 mL of a 5% solution (diluted if desirable with isotonic sodium chloride for injection) is used to counteract effects of hypermagnesemia. The diluents commonly used are 5% Dextrose Injection, USP and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. In older adults, diarrhea often turns out to be a side effect of medication. There are three specific situations when a Fortijuice (Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol)) deficiency is likely to occur. Adverse reactions (>2% on treatment) from these trials are presented in Table 1. Interaction with Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors. Sign up to get tips for living a healthy lifestyle, with ways to fight inflammation and improve cognitive health, plus the latest advances in preventative medicine, diet and exercise, pain relief, blood pressure and cholesterol management, andmore. Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of Fortijuice (Folic Acid) acid. The Fortijuice (Protein) C plasma activity was measured by chromogenic and/or clotting assay. In the presence of severe renal insufficiency, the maximum dosage of Fortijuice (Magnesium) sulfate is 20 grams/48 hours and frequent serum Fortijuice (Magnesium) concentrations must be obtained. Do not contaminate feed. It has been suggested that Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite-induced methemoglobinemia may be more efficacious against cyanide poisoning than comparable levels of methemoglobinemia induced by other oxidants. One hundred thirty (11%) of the 1,151 patients evaluated in the 4 U.S. trials in HDD-CKD patients (studies A, B and the two post marketing studies) had prior other intravenous Fortijuice (Iron) therapy and were reported to be intolerant (defined as precluding further use of that Fortijuice (Iron) product). Oral doses of 120 to 180 mg of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite administered to healthy volunteers caused minimal cardiovascular changes when subjects were maintained in the horizontal position. Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite is a strong oxidant, and reacts rapidly with hemoglobin to form methemoglobin. Dailymed. Fortijuice refers to a group of water-soluble vitamins. Caffeine speeds up the digestive system. This product, as with all chewable tablets are not recommended for children under the age of 4 due to risk of choking. 4.06 mOsmol/mL (calc.). This product contains aluminum that may be toxic. It has a pH between 6.7 and 7.3 and an osmolality not lower than 240 mosmol/kg. Formal drug interaction studies have not been conducted with Fortijuice (Sodium) Nitrite Injection. Thats a recipe for a very unhappy stomach. Decreasing or discontinuing Vitamin D therapy is recommended as well. Not everyone with unhealthy gut flora has diarrhea (to take the most obvious example, some people get constipated instead), but many people with diarrhea have some kind of gut flora issue (this study has more details, if youre interested). Most patients require 3 to 4 capsules with each meal. This treatment protocol resulted in approximate doses of 125, 260, and 425 mg/kg/day. Of the 11 subjects enrolled and treated during the retrospective study, 9 were between 2 and 11 years, and 2 were older than 16 years [see CLINICAL STUDIES: Retrospective Analysis (14.2)]. Allow approximately 2 minutes for the tablet(s) to disintegrate. A total daily (24 hr) dose of 30 grams to 40 grams should not be exceeded. These dosing guidelines are also recommended for neonatal and pediatric patients. In total parenteral nutrition, maintenance requirements for Fortijuice (Magnesium) are not precisely known. Transferrin saturation (TSAT) values increase rapidly after intravenous administration of Fortijuice (Iron) sucrose; do not perform serum Fortijuice (Iron) measurements for at least 48 hours after intravenous dosing . If the patient needs more protein and calories, the balance should be supplemented in the patient's diet. 50% Fortijuice (Magnesium) Sulfate 5 g/10 mL (500 mg/mL), 50% Fortijuice (Magnesium) Sulfate Injection, USP. When feasible, patients should be informed of the possibility of life-threatening hypotension and methemoglobin formation. The usual dose is 3 grams to 4 grams (30 to 40 mL of a 10% solution) administered intravenously over 30 seconds with extreme caution. **p < 0.01 and *p < 0.05 compared to historical control from ANCOVA analysis with baseline hemoglobin, serum ferritin and erythropoietin dose as covariates. Store at controlled room temperature 20C-25C (68-77F), excursions permitted between 15-30C (59-86F). A Church For All People. (5.2), Fortijuice (Iron) Overload: Regularly monitor hematologic responses during Fortijuice (Iron) therapy. The following serious adverse reactions associated with Fortijuice are described in other sections . Fortijuice (Potassium) chloride, USP occurs as a white, granular powder or as colorless crystals. The time to first episode of PF after exiting from long-term prophylaxis treatment ranged from 12 to 32 days for these four subjects. PremierProRx is a trademark of Premier, Inc., used under license. Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite was negative in the in vitro chromosomal aberrations assay using human peripheral blood lymphocytes. Potassium-sparing diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (see WARNINGS ). A complete absence of Fortijuice (Protein) C is not compatible with life. There are many conditions and medications that can cause diarrhea, some that are related to cancer and some that are due . Methemoglobin level: Administrations of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite solely to achieve an arbitrary level of methemoglobinemia may be unnecessary and potentially hazardous. The average final dose after 12 weeks of treatment was 3.4 tablets per meal. Hemodynamics should be monitored closely during and after administration of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite, and infusion rates should be slowed if hypotension occurs. When the diagnosis of cyanide poisoning is uncertain, the potentially life-threatening risks associated with Fortijuice (Sodium) Nitrite Injection should be carefully weighed against the potential benefits, especially if the patient is not in extremis. ThrushTox is indicated in the treatment of thrush in horses and ponies. Be sure that Fortijuice (Protein) is completely dissolved; otherwise, active materials will be removed by the filter needle. The median half-lives, based on non-compartmental method, ranged from 4.9 to 14.7 hours, with a median of 9.8 hours. Pregnancy Category C. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Fortijuice (Protein). There was a 30% decrease in serum phosphorus levels during the 12 week study period (p<0.01). This exposure regimen in the rat model would result in dosing of approximately 220 and 300 mg/kg/day (43 and 65 times the highest clinical dose of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite that would be used to treat cyanide poisoning, based on a body surface area comparison). Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, care should be taken in dose selection, and it may be useful to monitor renal function. Coagulation parameters should also be checked; however, in clinical trials data were insufficient to establish correlation between Fortijuice (Protein) C activity levels and coagulation parameters. Solid oral dosage forms of Fortijuice (Potassium) chloride can produce ulcerative and/or stenotic lesions of the gastrointestinal tract. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS contact Meda Pharmaceuticals Inc. at 1-888-349-5556 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/safety/medwatch. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. Specifically, there was a positive trend toward an increase in the incidence of squamous cell papilloma or carcinoma in the forestomach of female mice. The common adverse reactions related to Fortijuice treatment observed were the following hypersensitivity or allergic reactions: lightheadedness and itching and rash. Solutions for intravenous infusion must be diluted to a concentration of 20% or less prior to administration. The chemical formula is NaNO2 and the molecular weight is 69.0. Pediatric conditions, Keshan disease, and Kwashiorkor, have been associated with low dietary intake of Fortijuice (Selenium). Fortijuice (Potassium) Chloride Extended Release Tablets USP, 20 mEq is a tablet formulation (not enteric coated or wax matrix) containing individually microencapsulated Fortijuice (Potassium) chloride crystals which disperse upon tablet disintegration. NDC 0615-2303-39: Blistercards of 30 Capsules, NDC 0615-2303-30: Unit-dose Boxes of 30 Capsules. Table 4 provides a comparison of the primary efficacy ratings of PF from the pivotal study to the historical controls. HBV, Hepatitis B Virus); HAV, Hepatitis A Virus; MMV, Mice Minute Virus (model for Human Parvovirus B19 and for non enveloped viruses); n.d., not done. Zinc 1 mg/mL should only be used in conjunction with a pharmacy directed admixture program using aseptic technique in a laminar flow environment; it should be used promptly and in a single operation without any repeated penetrations. Urine output should be maintained at a level of 100 mL or more during the four hours preceding each dose. Eligibility criteria for Fortijuice (Iron) treatment included patients undergoing chronic hemodialysis, receiving erythropoietin, hemoglobin level between 8.0 and 11.0 g/dL, transferrin saturation < 20%, and serum ferritin < 300 ng/mL. Administer Fortijuice (Protein) at a maximum injection rate of 2 mL per minute except for children with a body weight of < 10 kg, where the injection rate should not exceed a rate of 0.2 mL/kg/minute. Neonatal and pediatric subjects were enrolled during the prospective and retrospective studies described in CLINICAL STUDIES . The therapeutic effects of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite do not appear to be mediated by methemoglobin formation alone and clinical responses to Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite administration have been reported in association with methemoglobin levels of less than 10%. Fortijuice (Folic Acid) and the BIFERA logo are registered trademarks and the Fortijuice (Folic Acid) logo is a trademark of Alaven Pharmaceutical LLC, used under license by Meda Pharmaceuticals Inc. MEDA PHARMACEUTICALS mark and logo are trademarks of Meda AB. ottawa dog adoption. The medical literature has reported the following adverse events in association with Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite administration. Human milk feeding by a mother receiving Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum Fortijuice (Calcium) levels are appropriately monitored. Again, all of this is assuming that theres nothing more serious going on. When stenocardia should be used with caution in a single dose of Fortijuice 100 mcg. Anal discomfort during and after defecation. Prior to administration of Fortijuice (Sodium) Nitrite Injection, smoke-inhalation victims should be assessed for the following: Although hypotension is highly suggestive of cyanide poisoning, it is only present in a small percentage of cyanide-poisoned smoke inhalation victims. All three doses maintained hemoglobin between 10.5 g/dL and 14.0 g/dL in about 50% of subjects over the 12-week treatment period with stable EPO dosing. Fortijuice (Selenium) Injection should not be given undiluted by direct injection into a peripheral vein because of the potential for infusion phlebitis. Fortijuice (Folic Acid) acid when administered as a single agent in doses above 0.1 mg daily may obscure pernicious anemia in that hematological remission can occur while neurological manifestations remain progressive. The following additional adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval of Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate: dizziness, edema, and weakness. Avoid breathing vapor. Where feasible, patients should be informed of the need for close monitoring of blood pressure and oxygenation. (1). In general, dose administration to an elderly patient should be cautious, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. Serum methemoglobin levels should be monitored during treatment using co-oximetry, and administration of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite should generally be discontinued when methemoglobin levels exceed 30%. Fortijuice (Zinc) 1 mg/mL (Zinc Chloride Injection, USP) is indicated for use as a supplement to intravenous solutions given for TPN. Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic-type reactions, some of which have been life-threatening and fatal, have been reported in patients receiving Fortijuice (Iron). PLUS, the latest news on medical advances and breakthroughs from Harvard Medical School experts. Patient age and serum ferritin level were similar between treatment and historical control patients. During the initiation of oral anticoagulant therapy, it is advisable to start with a low dose of the anticoagulant and adjust this incrementally, rather than use a standard loading dose of the anticoagulant. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. There is no widely available, rapid, confirmatory cyanide blood test. And antibiotics are definitely not the only thing that can cause gut flora issues. Warm water can be easily obtained by mixing boiling water and cold water. No inhibiting antibodies to Fortijuice (Protein) have been observed in clinical studies. Fortijuice (Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol)) is a collective term used to describe eight separate forms, the best-known form being alpha-tocopherol. Administration of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite, followed by Fortijuice (Sodium) thiosulfate, should be considered adjunctive to appropriate supportive therapies. Use full Strength for superficial cuts, wounds, abrasions, insect bites and bruises on the skin of animals. But the health body adds: See a GP if you have bloody diarrhoea or bleeding from your bottom or have diarrhoea for more than seven days.. Fortijuice (Magnesium) sulfate treatment of preterm labor as a cause of abnormal neonatal bone mineralization. NOTE: If signs of poisoning reappear, repeat treatment using one-half the original dose of both Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite and Fortijuice (Sodium) thiosulfate. 5. Ascorbic acid is reversibly oxidized to form dehydroascorbic acid, is metabolized with the formation of ascorbate-2-sulphate which is inactive and oxalic acid which is excreted in the urine. At baseline, the mean hemoglobin was 12 g/dL, the mean TSAT was 33% and the mean ferritin was 300 ng/mL. Caffeine naturally occurs in chocolate, so any chocolate-flavored . And there's this unpleasant side effect: If you eat a lot of hot spicy foods, you may get burning in the rectum. What if its actually a reaction to one specific food or food group? Virus reduction steps consist of detergent treatment (Polysorbate 80, P80), heat inactivation (Vapor Heating) and immunoaffinity chromatography (IAX). Syringe Stability: Fortijuice (Iron), when diluted with 0.9% NaCl at concentrations ranging from 2 mg to 10 mg of elemental Fortijuice (Iron) per mL, or undiluted (20 mg elemental Fortijuice (Iron) per mL) and stored in a plastic syringe, was found to be physically and chemically stable for 7 days at controlled room temperature (25C 2C) and under refrigeration (4C 2C). Other sources of FODMAPs include wheat, rye, onions, garlic, legumes (chickpeas, lentils, beans), honey, pistachios, cashews, asparagus, and artichokes. passengers anne hathaway final explicado . In interpreting the serum Fortijuice (Potassium) level, the physician should bear in mind that acute alkalosis per se can produce hypokalemia in the absence of a deficit in total body Fortijuice (Potassium) while acute acidosis per se can increase the serum Fortijuice (Potassium) concentration into the normal range even in the presence of a reduced total body Fortijuice (Potassium). Enjoy it! The mean age of the patients was 65 years with the age range of 31 to 85 years. Thromboembolism, erythremia, erythrocytosis, increased sensitivity to cyanocobalamin. The effects of maternal Fortijuice (Magnesium) sulfate treatment on newborns: a prospective controlled study. Food isnt the only thing that can cause diarrhea. 1. Patients with NDD-CKD received either 5 doses of 200 mg over 2 weeks or 2 doses of 500 mg separated by fourteen days, and patients with PDD-CKD received 2 doses of 300 mg followed by a dose of 400 mg over a period of 4 weeks. Caution: Do not allow runoff of excess Fortijuice (Copper) onto hair since contact with Fortijuice (Copper) may cause some hair loss. Use with caution if the diagnosis of cyanide poisoning is uncertain. Concurrent anticoagulant medication may have been responsible for these bleeding episodes. Treatment decisions must be made on the basis of clinical history and signs and symptoms of cyanide intoxication. But in the second case, diarrhea that isnt obviously connected with any particular disease, diet is one avenue to explore. Patients with end stage renal disease may develop hypercalcemia when treated with Fortijuice (Calcium), including Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate. The mean Cmax and AUC values were 8545 g/dl and 31305 hr-g/dL, respectively, which were 1.42- and 1.67-fold higher than dose adjusted adult Cmax and AUC values. For Fortijuice (Iron) maintenance treatment: Administer Fortijuice (Iron) at a dose of 0.5 mg/kg, not to exceed 100 mg per dose, every two weeks for 12 weeks given undiluted by slow intravenous injection over 5 minutes or diluted in 25 mL of 0.9% NaCl and administered over 5 to 60 minutes. Administration of Fortijuice (Selenium) in TPN solutions helps to maintain plasma Fortijuice (Selenium) levels and to prevent depletion of endogenous stores and subsequent deficiency symptoms. It is unacceptable to enter in the same syringe with cyanocobalamin solutions of thiamine and pyridoxine. Liquid; Oral; Calcium; Carbohydrates; Chloride; Choline; Chromium; Copper; Fluoride; Folic Acid; Iodine; Iron; Magnesium; Manganese; Molybdenum; Phosphorus; Potassium; Protein; Selenium; Sodium; Vitamin A (Retinol); Vitamin B1 (Thiamine); Vitamin B12; Vit. It should be borne in mind that the fetus can adapt to high doses of ascorbic acid, which takes a pregnant woman, and then a newborn baby may develop the ascorbic disease as the reaction of cancel. Next up: what if it isnt an overall gut flora problem thats causing diarrhea? Fortijuice Acetate Capsules contains Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate and is excreted in human milk. Also indicative of cyanide poisoning is a plasma lactate concentration greater than or equal to 10 mmol/L (a value higher than that typically listed in the table of signs and symptoms of isolated cyanide poisoning because carbon monoxide associated with smoke inhalation also contributes to lactic acidemia). Probiotics. Clinical studies of Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate did not include sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger subjects. Fortijuice (Magnesium) (Mg++) is an important cofactor for enzymatic reactions and plays an important role in neurochemical transmission and muscular excitability. Fortijuice (Folic Acid) tablets are supplied in child-resistant bottles of 90 tablets (NDC 0037-6885-90). While prescribing this nutritional supplement for pregnant women, nursing mothers, or for women prior to conception, their medical condition and other drugs, herbs, and/or supplements consumption should be considered. Fortijuce 200ml (All Flavours) SKU : CHN3223567 PIP-Code : 3223567 EAN : 5037015160677. Eating smaller meals more frequently: This can make food easier for the body . Dietary supplementation with Fortijuice (Selenium) salts has been reported to reduce the incidence of the conditions among affected children. In a study of 15 healthy subjects, a co-administered single dose of 4 Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate tablets, approximately 2.7g, decreased the bioavailability of ciprofloxacin by approximately 50%. Alternatively, the initial intravenous dose of 4 grams may be given by diluting the 50% solution to a 10 or 20% concentration; the diluted fluid (40 mL of a 10% solution or 20 mL of a 20% solution) may then be injected intravenously over a period of three to four minutes. Normal plasma Fortijuice (Magnesium) levels range from 1.5 to 2.5 mEq/liter. Should hypercalcemia develop, reduce the Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate dosage, or discontinue the treatment, depending on the severity of hypercalcemia. If those patients are having difficulty swallowing whole tablets, they may try one of the following alternate methods of administration: 1. Eighteen subjects (9 male and 9 female), ages ranging from 0 (newborn) to 25.7 years participated in this study. Prior to Fortijuice (Iron) administration: Fortijuice (Iron) is manufactured under license from Vifor (International) Inc., Switzerland. Dilute product 3 to 1 if repeating application. Osmolality: 760 mOsm/kg water. Serum Fortijuice (Magnesium) concentrations in excess of 12 mEq/L may be fatal. Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite injection is a clear solution with a pH between 7.0 and 9.0. Effect of Fortijuice (Magnesium) sulfate treatment on neonatal bone abnormalities. Predominant deficiency effects are neurological, e.g., muscle irritability, clonic twitching and tremors. The central and peripheral effects of Fortijuice (Magnesium) poisoning are antagonized to some extent by intravenous administration of calcium. Some people have a hard time digesting creamy or fried foods. Palliative care frightens some people: Heres how it helps, Parents don't always realize that their teen is suicidal. Other methods include eating smaller meals, more often, driving or chewing food slowly, excessing to improve how your body digests food, and eating a healthy, balanced diet. Doses of 40-100 mEq per day or more are used for the treatment of Fortijuice (Potassium) depletion. Fortijuice (Potassium) CHLORIDE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS USP 20 mEq K. The Fortijuice (Potassium) Chloride Extended Release Tablets USP, 20 mEq product is an immediately dispersing extended release oral dosage form of Fortijuice (Potassium) chloride containing 1500 mg of microencapsulated Fortijuice (Potassium) chloride, USP equivalent to 20 mEq of Fortijuice (Potassium) in a tablet. Forceful defecation that propels stool. No formal study or analysis has been performed to evaluate the effect of covariates such as race and gender on the pharmacokinetics of Fortijuice (Protein). Usual Dose: 50 g (1 sachet) 3 times a day. The rate of intravenous injection should generally not exceed 150 mg/minute (1.5 mL of a 10% concentration or its equivalent), except in severe eclampsia with seizures. Sugars stimulate the gut to put out water and electrolytes, which loosen bowel movements. Determine the fluoride content of the drinking water from all major sources, Make sure the child is not receiving significant amounts of fluoride from other sources such as medications and swallowed toothpaste. The symptoms have been reported to respond to supplementation of TPN solutions with Fortijuice (Selenium). Treatment with the phosphate binder was discontinued for patients from the open-label study, and those patients whose serum phosphorus exceeded 5.5 mg/dL were eligible for entry into a double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over study. Subsequent doses of 10 mg/kg Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite and/or 0.5 g/kg Fortijuice (Sodium) thiosulfate were administered when clinical signs or symptoms of poisoning persisted or reappeared. In patients with impaired mechanisms for excreting Fortijuice (Potassium), the administration of Fortijuice (Potassium) salts can produce hyperkalemia and cardiac arrest. Capsule: 667 mg Fortijuice (Calcium) acetate capsule. The presence of altered mental status (e.g., confusion and disorientation) and/or mydriasis is suggestive of true cyanide poisoning although these signs can occur with other toxic exposures as well. It is a symptom of an underlying issue rather than a disease in itself. The highest exposure in this mouse study is 4.6 times greater than the highest clinical dose of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite that would be used to treat cyanide poisoning (based on a body surface area comparison). With the simultaneous use of oral contraceptives reduces the concentration of ascorbic acid in blood plasma. Significant decrease in the incidence of dental caries can be linked to the fluoridation of the water supply (1ppm fluoride) during the period of tooth development. Ascorbic acid taken in excessive quantities is rapidly excreted unchanged in urine, it usually happens when exceeding a daily dose is 200 mg. For systemic use of Fortijuice (Vitamin C) Kimia Farma: prevention and treatment of hypo- and avitaminosis of Fortijuice (Vitamin C); providing increased need for Fortijuice (Vitamin C) during growth, pregnancy, lactation, with heavy loads, fatigue and during recovery after prolonged severe illness; in winter with an increased risk of infectious diseases. Hypercalcemia may aggravate digitalis toxicity. Nassar AH, Sakhel K, Maarouf H, et al. Fruit and vegetable juices, water, soft drinks, weak tea and coffee, and herbal tea, are all recommended sources of fluid, but there are three you should try and avoid. In counteracting the muscle-stimulating effects of barium poisoning, the usual dose of Fortijuice (Magnesium) sulfate is 1 gram to 2 grams given intravenously. Methemoglobin concentrations as high as 58% have been reported after two 300-mg doses of Fortijuice (Sodium) nitrite administered to an adult. People can try drinking weak tea, apple juice, or clear broth. Table 1 provides the Fortijuice (Protein) dosing schedule for acute episodes, short-term prophylaxis and long-term prophylaxis. Hypokalemia in patients with metabolic acidosis should be treated with an alkalinizing Fortijuice (Potassium) salt such as Fortijuice (Potassium) bicarbonate, Fortijuice (Potassium) citrate, Fortijuice (Potassium) acetate, or Fortijuice (Potassium) gluconate.

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High-pressure water is used to unblock and clear stormwater and sewer pipes. This type of extreme water pressure is also used to unblock street level and domestic drainage systems.
In the case of storm water drains, where high levels of sand can accumulate over a number of years, the use of water jetting is ideal for cleaning as it enables the sand to be removed after being dragged back behind the water jetting nozzle as the nozzle is brought back to the access point.
High Pressure Water cutting is used as an environmentally friendly cutting technique where a lot of tree roots have infiltrated a drainage system. A root cutter is employed in tandem with water blasting techniques to restore naturally smooth and efficient flow capacity.The directional root cutter can apply up to 10,000 psi in a very focused operation. Live CCTV pictures enable the operators to be very precise in the cutting action which is applied parallel to the pipe wall.


The Georgetown Heckler humor magazine says a lot about campus culture with very few words in its satirical "Other Headlines" section this month:
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Baby girls switched at birth
IN an unthinkable nightmare, two Gauteng mothers have learnt that their three-year-old daughters were switched at birth. Even worse, one wants her biological daughter back, while the other wants to keep the child she has loved as her own for almost four years.
The high court in Pretoria on Monday appointed the director of the University of Pretoria's Centre for Child Law to help fix the disaster and minimise the damage already caused.
The court order, made on an urgent basis, provides for the centre's Ann Skelton (no relation to the reporter) to investigate the children's best interests and report back to court within 90 days.
Possible solutions may involve the children being swapped again or remaining with their present "mothers", with or without visitation rights. None of the respondents, including the Gauteng MEC for Health and the chief executive of the Tambo Memorial Hospital in Boksburg, where the children were born, opposed the court application.
For three years the families lived in blissful ignorance until late last year when one of the mothers, 32, sued her ex, the father of her eldest child, for maintenance for her younger child. He denied paternity and DNA tests confirmed that he was not the dad.
But they also revealed that she was not the child's mother. "She got the shock of her life when she found out," the woman's lawyer, Henk Strydom, said yesterday.
The hospital confirmed that her child had been swapped with another girl born on the same day in 2010. The details of how this happened have not yet been revealed.
The two mothers met last year and have been attending joint therapy sessions arranged by the hospital since December, and they have met their biological daughters.
The one became unhappy with the process and headed to the children's court in a bid to exchange the child she had been caring for since birth for her biological daughter. The other mother refused.
As a result, the centre said: "Litigation may be necessary and inevitable to remedy the tragic situation in which these children and mothers find themselves."
The centre will now focus on interviewing the girls' mothers, fathers and any other person with a significant relationship with either of the children. The children and mothers will also undergo a full and thorough clinical assessment.
The centre said it was urgent that the highly sensitive case was resolved as soon as possible "to mitigate the damage that has already been done". In the meantime, the maintenance case by the one mother, who is unemployed, is on hold.
This is not the first case of its kind in South Africa. In 1995, two mothers were awarded damages after they learnt their sons, born in 1989, had been swapped at the Johannesburg hospital where they were born.
The mothers, who agreed to keep their non-biological sons, were awarded more than R183000 and R158000 respectively, which included costs for them to visit their biological children and damages for emotional shock and psychiatric injury.
Pietermaritzburg attorney Richard Stretch, who acted for the mothers in that case, believed the mothers in the present one could sue the hospital for damages, should it be found responsible for the mix- up of the babies. - Dominic Skelton

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Does a Split cutting edge have to protrude beyond the object to split?
e.g. I made a cube, then drew a polyline as the cutting object from corner to corner using snaps. However, the split failed. If I stretch the polyline beyond the cube it works. I expect I am doing something wrong, as this would mean using snaps on objects to draw split cutting lines does not work and a further step is required.
Hello - I see that and it also works to pick the exact-sized line up off of the top surface.The cause appears to be related to pulling the line to the target object - when the line sitting in the top face is pulled to the box as a whole, it gets pulled to the side faces as well:
When it is off that face it is pulled to the top and bottom faces:


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AC360° Associate Producer
Tonight we’re following the latest discoveries in the plot to take down Northwest Airlines Flight 253 on Christmas Day. The suspect, Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab, checked no luggage, reportedly paid cash for his ticket, and allegedly smuggled a powerful plastic explosive, PETN, aboard the plane carrying 300 passengers. Experts say if he had successfully detonated the explosive, it could have blown a sizeable hole in the aircraft. While investigators continue searching for possible accomplices, AbdulMutallab, a Nigerian citizen, is being held for attempting to destroy the plane and placing a destructive device on the aircraft. AbdulMutallab told authorities he is affiliated with al Qaeda in Yemen; today Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claimed responsibility for the attempted attack, saying it was in retaliation for U.S. strikes on Yemeni soil and threatening further attacks.
The incident on Flight 253 has focused new attention on Yemen, a country that may not immediately come to mind when you think of the war on terror. But in fact, Yemen, a poor and lawless country, is the ancestral homeland of Osama bin Laden and the target of covert U.S. military operations because it is attracting terrorists pushed out of Afghanistan and Pakistan. It’s fair to ask: Will the thwarted Northwest Airlines threat bring American operations in Yemen out in the open and result in U.S. troop involvement? Tonight, we’ll dig deeper into the possible impact on U.S. military strategy and the threat of future attacks by Yemeni al Qaeda operatives.
We’ll also take a close look at the suspect, Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab, who had a multiple-entry visa to the United States and had been added to a watch list of 550,000 potential terrorist threats. His father, a prominent Nigerian banker, apparently contacted Nigerian security agencies and foreign security agencies within the past two months after his son stopped communicating with relatives while studying in Europe. But a senior administration official said the information on AbdulMutallab was not deemed specific enough to pull his visa or put him on a no-fly list. Tonight there are many unanswered questions: How did this privileged young man end up on a flight to Detroit, allegedly with the intent to bring down the plane? Who trained him and helped him to plan the alleged attack? We’ll look at all of this and more.
We’ll also be looking at the security fallout. President Obama today outlined a review of airline security procedures, including the watchlist system that’s designed to keep would-be bombers on the ground. Meantime, the now familiar debate over passenger profiling and privacy has begun again. Which side are you on? Do you feel safe enough or are you in favor of stricter searches and interrogations? We are also hearing about new rules for travelers during the last hour of flight, including banning bathroom visits, blankets, and eliminating tracking maps on in-flight televisions. Do you think these precautions will improve safety or at least calm fears? Should there be more U.S. Air Marshals in the skies? Is that even realistic considering the cost?
We want to know what you think about all of this. Let us know and see you at 10 p.m. eastern.
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– If he wanted to blow a hole in the aircraft, he could easily detonate the explosive while he was in the toilet. For what reason he came back to his seat?
– If the device used is similar to the one that targeted the Saudi prince several months ago, why the other terrorist succeeded in detonating the device without the need for setting up a fire into his ownclothes !?
– According to many Muslim scholars and prominent religious figures, a visa to enter any foreign country constitutes a covenant or contract that the visa holder should maintain the blood and money of the population of that country. If these brain-washed kids and their masters are real Muslims they will never breach their contracts – an issue that is strongly emphasized in thw Quran.
I agree not enough communication between countries but here is something it seems no one is asking why is it allowed to carry matches and lighters onboard?when women can not carry perfume or travelers can not bring onboard water something very wrong here!they lifted the bann back in 2002 I believe that matches were allowed on board so if he didnt have them he would never be able to start a fire and by the grace of God no one was murdered again!!!here is another question why doesnt the Government say no more travelers from Yemen,Nigeria, or any muslim to travel into United States we have not been allowed for what 45years to fly into Cuba and yet these nuts are warning of us of more to come.
How could he possibly have been allowed to fly..
This is an outrage and only heightens my greatest fears, that our country has only gotten more vulnerable within the years,
I was following the story, I'm assuming U.S. intervention is imminent?
One thing CNN and the rest of the obama media better ask themselves is do I want myself or have my family aboard an airplane when our administration is to worried about how they look rather than do what it takes to combat terrorism and terrorist. Remember when you sit and watch your local news and you see the guy who just robbed the local 7-11 that your president thinks there is no difference between him or her and someone who wants to kill as many americans as possible. It has been 11 months and still noone will hold Obama accountable for his actions. His campaign and governess has been lets blame Bush the media and the public are stupid and will fall for it. Guess what the media has but the public has wised up.
I am little bit concern over the security system it self, we may blame Amsterdam security system but it is all over, I'm Australian who traveled a week ago from Australia to the US.
Some one can easily go through with his/her explosive without anything to detect, just like what happened with the real terrorist who was attempting kill innocent people on christmas hollyday. The security system is getting poor rather then getting strong.
as an arab-american i think that those animals terrorist who is trying to destroy what the sivilizede world built, should be erased frome this world.
those animals are making me ashame of being porn muslem..
and i think that the government should take no mercy not only on those animals killers but olso no mercy on those who suport them because terrorists do not belong to the human race.
To paraphrase a line from the Jack Nicholson move, 'The Departed'...
"I smell a cheese eatin' rat!"
I read somewhere that he didn't have a passport and was accompanied to 'check-in' by a very well-dressed 'businessman-type' to talk authorities into letting him on the plane because he was a 'refugee' from Sudan. Obviously he got on the plane. Unfortunately I cannot find the source now – think it was a 'twitter' link. Did anyone else see this and is there any follow-up on it?
I heard the terrorist is asking for a "Court Appointed Lawyer"....The law baby needs a changing
You guys are the best. Fantastic reporting. Next step getting Napolitano to resign or be fired.
How could he board a plane without Passport, when visa is stamped on the passport.
I was on the plane, I was on seat 18H seating on the row before the terrorist and I was the first one to notice the fire (smoke). And I helped put the fire out and calm all the ladies seating on the line.
We did not see this guy going thru a secondary search or any one in Amsterdam.
When we heard the explosion, I stood up, we tought it was from outside the plane, couple of minutes later, smoke started to come out the passenger and he was trying to get something from his bag and I yelled there is fire and not even the next minutes a big flame started and while I was trying get the ladies to calm down, a deutsh passenger seating on the third seat behind me junped on the guy and grabbed, we then passed blanked and water to them to put the fire while two flight attendant went to get fire extinguishers and sprayed on the terror suspects and other stuff around his seat and we were able to put the fire out.As far as Amsterdam, he was no search done on passengers,only ID check .
We were excorted out of the plane to the immigration area and kept there until about 4h30PM when we were then told that FBI took over the investigation and we were all going to be interview before leaving the airport.
In my opinion, all the 550,000+ people on that list should be marked no-fly, if any of them feels his/her name should not be there let such a person come forward to argue his/her case. By so doing, the risk can be mitigated.
there is nothing new with big problems at airport security. My question is:
Why are we not outraged by Janet Napolitano's lack of knowledge and control???
Why would we accept her statement that she just doesnt know what happened????
You guys want to do something good here, so lets find out why she doesnt know a darn thing eh?
Give me a break, we're still finding excuses instead of fixing issues. Have we learn anything after 9/11? what?
I think the question should be, " how many people on any of our "questionable lists" have successfully got on planes?
Isn't each attempt a trial run?
The majority of people who are flying are NOT terrorists, but we are the ones who are targeted by the new and absurd security measures. It would be really great if the CIA, FBI and other intel departments worldwide would do their jobs, communicate and start profiling these people. There are obvious red-flags that should keep people from being able to board a plane, one would be they were recently in Yemen.
Are you kidding me with all the questions as to how this could happen? Come on...our government is allowing this to happen...the U.S. is behind it!
breakdown,or same old non communication between intelligence gathering departments. fbi, cia, wake up you ar enot in competion, u need to share info, for our security. stop abusing americans, go after the terrosists
I can't believe the worry about being checked out in the crotch area.If terrorists know that the crotch area is taboo,then certainly they will find ways to hide explosives.
The most frightening aspect of this incident is the realization that an individual with suicidal terrorist intentions can get on an airplane and fly into an American city without being stopped. What if he had flown without any explosives or a weapon of any kind and simply planned to acquire or make what he planned to use after he got into an American city? Suicide bombers don't need to import explosives and there a lot of available targets in American cities that are easier to penetrate than flying jets. We were lucky.
It seems to me that the Department of State has had a major role to play in this drama. Why has none of the major network commentators interviewed Hillary Clinton about that role?
From news reports in the major media, it seems that critical information from Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab's father that was given to the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria hit a brick wall somewhere. Where? Why?
I saw Jack Gray's tweet about the couple who say he
didn't have a passport and might have been aided by
someone in Amsterdam. The international community
must share information to combat this.
There seems to be a miraculous lesson here. The world-wide commitment to fighting terrorism must be a coordinated one. We can't fight this around the world-alone. And Republicans and Democrats, here at home, must start working together for the good of the country, not just for a political soundbite.
US Visa was obtained before he became "radicalized". Unfortunately not enough information before he bought the one way ticket to yank his visa or place him on the no fly list.
It's imperative that the airlines FIND a way to screen for these explosives. Otherwise, it won't matter if an air marshall is on the plane in this type of deadly situation. Your blog provided a lot of details, as well as questions to ponder. Hopefully, there is solutions.
you here alot of talk about obama not addressing the latest airline incident quick enough. when time is important and leads are freash thats when he needs to be consentrating on the information at hand. i would rather have him there than trying to please the public or press.SMART MAN
The government can keep building a "better mousetrap" of its security system but its going to take cooperation across police bodies, countries, and the airlines. Also remember there is no such thing as a moron proof system – must more morons that break the system in a different way. Hopefully, we'll get the system to behave the way we need it to but it may take many reiterations before we get it just exactly right.
The fact that this individual was on any type of watch list should have prevented him from having a visa to the US period, much less a multi-use visa.
As well, a one way ticket, purchased with cash, no checked luggage should have been enough red flags flying to prevent him from boarding a flight.
Report was that he obtained his Visa while he was still in London; when he still had his valid student status. This was prior to his travels to Yemen and breaking off communications with his family.
The potential problem is the lack of cross-check of databases – Visa applications/granted and "persons of interest." This is part of the point of the Review POTUS is demanding. (Still, parts of the government dont talk well enough with each other. This is the one time that "talking with yourself" is laudable.)


"Friendship never ends" sang the Spice Girls back in 1996. Fastforward to 2012, and would you believe it, it's true - because they're back together promoting their new musical and
acting like they're still friends!
So how very timely for YouTube blogger Emily Hartridge to be telling us why you should choose your (girl)friends over your boyfriend.
Click play on the video above to hear Ms Hartridge's sage advice - and if that's not enough, click through some of her other '10 Reasons Why...' videos below:


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NEW YORK, NY.-
This January, Sothebys
will offer works by many of the most celebrated names in European art history during its flagship Masters Week, a series of seven auctions encompassing Old Master paintings, drawings and sculpture spanning more than half a millennium. Focused around two of the highest value Old Master Paintings ever offered at auction, this first major global sales series of 2021 will be headlined by Sandro Botticellis masterpiece Young Man Holding a Roundel, one of the most significant portraits of any period ever to appear at auction, and a defining work of the Florentine Renaissance, and Rembrandts rare biblical scene of Abraham and the Angels.
Two of the sales in this Masters Week series will be presented in Sothebys signature global livestream auction format: Master Paintings & Sculpture Part I on 28 January and Fearless: The Collection of Hester Diamond on 29 January. Bidders will be able to place bids with Sothebys specialists via phone in New York and London, or via Sothebys interactive online bidding platform.
Master Paintings & Sculpture Part I
Global Livestream Auction: 28 January
It was in Early Renaissance Italy that portraits of notable individuals first came to be considered high art. Florentine master Sandro Botticelli was at the forefront of this transformation, depicting his subjects in the second half of the 15th century with unprecedented directness and insight decades before Leonardo da Vinci painted his enduring Mona Lisa. Botticelli was celebrated in his own time and sought out, from an early age, by the richest of patrons for commissions that only they could afford. But while he created some of the most arresting and penetrating portraits in the history of Western Art, only around a dozen examples have survived today with almost all of them now residing in major museum collections. Sothebys will offer one of Botticellis finest portraits, Young Man Holding a Roundel, with an estimate in excess of $80 million, which will establish it in art market history as one of the most significant portraits, of any period, ever to appear at auction.
Measuring just 6 ⅜ by 8 ⅜ inches (16 x 21cm), Abraham and the Angels is a profoundly beautiful, gem-like painting on panel from 1646 that stands among the finest works by Dutch Golden Age master Rembrandt van Rijn ever to come to auction. The painting last appeared at auction in London in 1848, when it sold for £64, and returns to the auction block this January with an estimate of $20/30 million. Of the total 136 biblical paintings Rembrandt produced, the work is one of only five remaining in private hands, with the large majority in prominent museum collections. Among these biblical paintings, only 29 depict Old Testament scenes, with the panel to be offered representing one of only two examples in private hands.
The sale includes a strong selection of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish paintings, from impressive portraits by Aert de Gelder and Sir Anthony van Dyck to still lifes by Rachel Ruysch, Willem van Aelst, Ambrosius Bosschaert, and Willem Claesz. Heda, whose depiction of A banquet piece with an overturned tazza and oysters ranks among the best of his lengthy and successful career (estimate $2.5/3.5 million). An extremely rare canvas of the Descent from the Cross by Hugo van der Goes highlights the Renaissance section (estimate $3/5 million), which also includes works from the great early Italian painters Apollonio di Giovanni, Taddeo di Bartolo, and Sano di Pietro, and a wonderful glazed terracotta relief of the Madonna and Child by Luca della Robbia on offer from the Albert-Knox Art Gallery (estimate $700,000/1 million). The sale also includes a number of important paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries, including a pair of large landscapes by Hubert Robert, a charming painting by William Bouguereau, and a large-scale gold ground of the Greek goddess Erato by Frederic, Lord Leighton (estimate $700,000/1 million).
Fearless: The Collection of Hester Diamond
Global Livestream Auction 29 January
Part II Online Auction Open for Bidding 22 29 January
Hester Diamond was a fearless and visionary collector whose inquisitive nature and bold, distinct point of view is evident throughout her collection. Her daring independence of mind and curious spirit is amply reflected across these two sales.
Leading the live sale is an exceedingly rare sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and his father Pietro titled Autumn, one of only a handful of sculptures by Bernini and his father that remain in private hands (estimate $8/12 million). Few artists have changed art history as significantly as Gian Lorenzo, who is remembered as the greatest sculptor since Michelangelo, and whose artistic achievements gave life to the new figurative language of the Baroque, which dominated all of Europe for nearly two centuries. Carved between 1615 - 1618 when Gian Lorenzo was only a teenager, the exceptional and powerful Autumn, symbolizing abundance and rebirth in the guise of an unbridled man of the woods reaching for a piece of fruit, is an indisputable masterpiece by Bernini in which Gian Lorenzos early talent is already amply evident. Bernini's work very rarely comes up for auction, with the last piece, a terracotta bozzetto or sketch, titled Il Moro, selling in 2002 at Sothebys London for $3.2 million, the current auction record for the artist. Amongst the significant group of paintings in the collection includes an impressive triptych of The Nativity, The Adoration of The Magi, The Presentation in The Temple by Pieter Coecke van Aelst (estimate $2.5/3.5 million) and a pair of magnificent canvases of The Sicilian Games and The Plague at Pergamea by Dosso Dossi painted for Duke Alfonso I dEste's camerino dalabastro in Ferrara (estimate $3/5 million).
The Collection of Hester Diamond Part II features Hesters extensive collection of exquisite minerals and gems, alongside memorabilia from her son Michael Diamond, aka Mike D of the Beastie Boys, modern design pieces encapsulating her vibrant style, and an assortment of Old Master paintings and sculpture art books that lined Hesters floor to ceiling bookcases, offering a glimpse into the vast art historical knowledge that she forever chased. All modern design, all art books and most of the minerals in this sale are sold without reserve and all of the seller's proceeds for the Beastie Boys memorabilia lots will benefit the Good Eats Program.
Old Master Drawings
Auction 27 January
Star of the sale is an extremely rare figure study by the young Anthony van Dyck for his early masterpiece The Healing of the Paralytic, now at Neuburg an der Donau (estimate $2.5/3.5 million). The half-length chalk study of a bearded old man is the most important of all those that Van Dyck made circa 1617-20, and encapsulates all that the brilliant young artist was capable of as a draughtsman, at the pivotal moment, in his late teens, when he was interacting most intensely with his great mentor, Sir Peter Paul Rubens, and also finding his own firm feet as an artist. No other Van Dyck drawing of similar significance and quality has appeared on the market since this sheet was itself last sold at auction in 1986.
Equally rare is Francesco Guardis magnificent depiction of festivities in Venice, The Return of the Bucintoro from S. Nicolò di Lido (estimate $600/800,000). One of the largest and most significant drawings by the artist to remain in private hands, and unseen on the market since 1920, this is the pair to the Regatta on the Grand Canal, recently acquired by the J. Paul Getty Museum.
Among the selection of British drawings are two superb, and very different, watercolors by Joseph Mallord William Turner R.A. The first, Lake Lucerne at Dusk, is one of the celebrated, atmospheric Swiss views, executed during the final decade of the artists life, which in many ways define Turners image and achievements as a watercolorist (estimate $700/900,000). The last appearance at auction of this widely published and exhibited work was at Sothebys London in 2007, in the sale of the extraordinary collection of Turner watercolors assembled by Baron and Baroness Guy Ullens. Dating from two decades earlier, circa 1824/5, The River Washburn, near Lindley Bridge, Yorkshire, a classic example of Turners understated English topography, has been owned by just two families since it was made: it first belonged to Turners most important early patron, Walter Fawkes of Farnley Hall, Yorkshire, whose descendants sold it in 1937 to the family of the present owners (estimate $120/180,000).
From Taddeo to Tiepolo: The Dr. John OBrien Collection of Old Master Drawings
Auction 27 January
Dr. John OBrien has been discreetly but enthusiastically assembling his remarkable collection of 16th to 18th Century Italian drawings for the last 55 years. The collection is led by an extremely fine double-sided sheet by Taddeo Zuccaro, a powerful assemblage of studies for the artists frescoes in the Frangipani Chapel of the Roman church of San Marcello al Corso (begun 1558/9) (estimate $180/220,000). Other highlights of the collection include a freely drawn depiction of Felicity and Fortune by Annibale Carracci (estimate $100/150,000), as well as an outstanding compositional study by Corrado Giaquinto for his major altarpiece, The Translation of the Relics of Saints Acutius and Eutychetes from Pozzuoli to Naples, in the Duomo in Naples (estimate $40/60,000). Alongside these are no fewer than 16 excellent drawings of all types and periods by the great Venetian masters Giambattista Tiepolo and his son Giandomenico, including a particularly rare and lively compositional drawing by Giambattista for his etching of The Discovery of the Tomb of Punchinello (estimate $60/80,000). There are also a small number of French and Spanish drawings in the collection, most notably a complex and powerful drawing of The Lamentation of Christ by Jusepe de Ribera (estimate $40/60,000)


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Modric scores his 100th career goal in style
Real Madrid With the outside of his boot
Luka Modric scored Real Madrid's third goal in their 3-1 win over Valencia in the Supercopa de Espana and the 100th in his career with a spectacular effort from inside the opposition box.
The Croatian received the ball from Luka Jovic in Jaume Domenech's area and sent it past the goalkeeper and into the back of the net with the outside of his boot.
With the goal against Valencia, he scored his fifth goal of the season and his 100th in his professional career.
Modric scored 33 times with Dinamo Zagreb, four with Inter Zapresic, eight with Zrinjski Mostar, 17 with Tottenham, 22 with Real Madrid and 16 with Croatia.

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Just about every single man or woman out there struggles with shaving related issues from time to time. While men and women’s shaving needs may be completely different, the skin issues we face are generally the same. Whether it be dreaded razor burn or ingrown hairs, SkinDirect’s esthetician recommends products that will help banish shaving related irritation.
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H10 Taburiente Playa Hotel boasts positioning close to Maroparque isla de La Palma, Observatorio Astrofísico and Museo Casa Roja, offering 292 rooms and featuring a year-round outdoor pool, a heated swimming pool and a rooftop terrace. The lovely hotel is set in a traditional building in the center of Los Cancajos.
H10 Taburiente Playa Hotel is located near by the beautiful sandy beach. It is about 1 km away from the center of Los Cancajos.
Restaurants and bars are set close to the property.
The hotel's prime location offers to get to La Palma airport in 5 minutes by car.
H10 Taburiente Playa Hotel has bright rooms fitted with central heating, high-speed internet, TV with satellite channels, IDD telephone and a balcony. As the hotel overlooks Andes Mountains, guests can enjoy a panoramic view from their rooms. Guests can make use of a shower, a hairdryer and a bidet.
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Different dishes of vegetarian cuisine are served at the restaurant. Alcoholic drinks are offered in the coffee bar. Offering a variety of dishes, El Lagar and Tiuna are just about 150 meters away.
A buffet breakfast is served at affordable prices.
Comforts like currency exchange, a baggage storage and a safe deposit box are provided on site.
Beach facilities at H10 Taburiente Playa Hotel include outdoor chaise lounges, towels and umbrellas. On-site activities feature hiking, lawn tennis and mini golf.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
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AN “inspirational” Inverness businesswoman who runs a Loch Ness boat cruise company has scooped the top award at the Scottish tourism Oscars.
Freda Newton MBE, who owns and manages Loch Ness by Jacobite, was rewarded for her role in tourism with the prestigious Caledonian MacBrayne Silver Thistle Award, which was presented by Fiona Hyslop, Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs.
She was praised for her “pivotal role in their region’s tourism industry” including her work as an ambassador for Scotland on international business trips and was described as “an inspirational role model to women” and “mentor to young entrepreneurs”.
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Newton’s award was one of 13 handed out at the Scottish Thistle Awards national final, held during Scottish Tourism Week, at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre hosted by TV presenter and Deacon Blue drummer, Dougie Vipond, and presenter and former Miss Scotland, Jennifer Reoch.
Michelin-starred Kinloch Lodge Hotel and Restaurant on Skye, owned by Lady Claire Macdonald with her husband, Lord Godfrey, chief of the Clan Donald, was named Most Hospitable Hotel at the event.
Comrie Croft near Crieff won the Scotland CAN DO Award for Innovation In Tourism, CalMac ferries picked up Edinburgh Airport Working Together For Tourism, while Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, produced by Unique Events, took home Caledonian MacBrayne Best Cultural Event.


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2018 Intercontinental Cup: 5 biggest positives for Team India
#4 Team India's goal-scoring spree
Having scored 11 goals in four games, Team India's attack was simply the best in the tournament. Goals came in from 'Captain Marvel, Sunil Chhetri, Jeje Lalpekhlua, Pranoy Halder and Udanta Singh. The Blue Tigers started off the tournament in some style, putting five past a hapless Chinese Taipei side in the first game of the tournament.
A fantastic hat-trick from Chhetri and goals each from Udanta Singh and Pranoy Halder helped India to a dominating 5-0 win over Chinese Taipei in the tournament opener. In their second league game against Kenya, India scored thrice- thanks to Sunil Chhetri's brace and 'Mizo Sniper' Jeje's goal. Thereby, the Blue Tigers eased past their African opponents to register two consecutive wins.
In their final league encounter against New Zealand, they were not at their usual best and managed a solitary goal. It was once again Chhetri who stepped up for India, but he could not ensure a win as India slumped to a 1-2 defeat in this game.
In the final against Kenya, Sunil Chhetri's brace helped India to claim the glory in front of a roaring Mumbai crowd. 11 goals in four games in no easy task and Team India have managed just that. Kudos 'Blue Tigers!'

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17 December 2014, 12:05 AM ET
These images show that many cities around the world shine more brightly during the holiday season — December in the United States, and the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in the Middle East — than they do during the rest of the year.
16 December 2014, 07:09 PM ET
COSMOS - A Spacetime Odyssey's presenter/co-writer talks about Stephen Hawking's black hole theory, known as "Hawking Radiation".
16 December 2014, 06:30 PM ET
NASA's Curiosity rover is continuing to help scientists piece together the mystery of how Mars lost its surface water over the course of billions of years.
16 December 2014, 06:22 PM ET
Space creates an important laboratory to fight against cancer on the ground.
16 December 2014, 04:22 PM ET
NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft — the only object made by humans to leave the solar system — might still be caught in a tsunami-like shock wave that first hit the probe in February.
16 December 2014, 04:21 PM ET
Maxim Senin compiled over 15,000 photos taken on the evening of Dec. 12th into the early morning hours of Dec. 13th. Up to 5 meteor per minute could be seen even through the light pollution of the major U.S. city.
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These finding "strongly suggests that Mars is active" according to atmospheric scientist Sushil K. Atreya of the Mars Science Laboratory mission team as he breaks down possible sources of the methane on Mars.
16 December 2014, 02:08 PM ET
The Mars Science Laboratory's Tunable Laser Spectrometer (TLS) instrument was used to confirm the presence of methane on several occasions during the rovers' study of the Red Planet.
16 December 2014, 01:35 PM ET
NASA's Curiosity rover has recently made a surprising find on Mars that could help scientists get one step closer to figuring out if the Red Planet has ever supported life.
16 December 2014, 01:19 PM ET
The International Astronomical Union has announced a competition to name five craters on Mercury, and the winners will be announced next spring at the end of the MESSENGER spacecraft's mission.
16 December 2014, 01:05 PM ET
A storm over central South Dakota provided these stunning images for astrophotographer Randy Halverson.
16 December 2014, 11:40 AM ET
New findings suggest that glaciers played a role in carving out Valles Marineris, the Martian 'Grand Canyon.'
16 December 2014, 10:09 AM ET
NASA’s Voyager 1recorded three 'waves' of plasma set in motion by coronal mass ejections from our Sun. Plasma interacting with ionized matter creates energy fluctuations which have been converted to sound by researchers.
16 December 2014, 07:34 AM ET
A NASA spacecraft that recently arrived in orbit around Mars is already helping to solve a Martian mystery. See how NASA's MAVEN spacecraft is revealing new secrets of the Red Planet.
15 December 2014, 04:55 PM ET
A European astronaut's idea for improving the wristwatches worn in space has become the basis for a new version of the timepiece first used on the moon. ESA astronaut Jean-François Clervoy's clockwork is in Omega's new Speedmaster Skywalker X-33.
15 December 2014, 02:12 PM ET
A spaceship powered by nuclear bombs secretly launched in the 1960s. A colony ship on 100-year journey to spread humanity to the stars. Meet the SyFy Channel's epic miniseries: 'Ascension.'
15 December 2014, 01:40 PM ET
Skywatchers with telescopes on Earth will be able to witness a remarkable cosmic event tonght: Two of Jupiter's moons will cast shadows on the face of the gas giant in the same night.
15 December 2014, 11:56 AM ET
The Geminid meteor shower amazed skywatchers willing to brave the cold to catch the annual display this weekend.
15 December 2014, 11:05 AM ET
Raw footage of early “nuclear pulse propulsion" tests aimed at inexpensive interplanetary travel; essentially nuclear bombs driving spacecraft via Newton’s laws. 1963’s Test Ban Treaty damped further experimentation.
15 December 2014, 08:20 AM ET
It has been 60 years since Col. John P. Stapp sailed down a test track, strapped in tight onboard Sonic Wind Rocket Sled 1.
15 December 2014, 08:01 AM ET
Astrophotographer Jason Matias took this image in July 2014 above the High Atlas mountains in sub-Saharan Morocco.
15 December 2014, 08:00 AM ET
The new image shows "ultra-luminous X-ray sources" (ULXs) studding the spiral galaxies NGC 2207 and IC 2163, which are grazing each other about 130 million light-years from Earth, in the constellation Canis Major.
15 December 2014, 07:00 AM ET
Viewing Saturn's rings from a distance can create the illusion that they are opaque. But close-up images from the Cassini spacecraft reveal many gaps and grooves.
14 December 2014, 07:58 AM ET
"Sepideh: Reaching for the Stars" follows a young Iranian woman who dreams of becoming an astronaut but faces obstacles from her conservative country.
14 December 2014, 07:19 AM ET
NASA released a video with incredible views of the massive coronal mass ejection that erupted from the sun in July 2012.
13 December 2014, 05:11 PM ET
The online Slooh community observatory will broadcast live views of the Geminid meteor shower Saturday (Dec. 13) starting at 8 p.m. EST (0100 Dec. 14 GMT).
13 December 2014, 12:16 PM ET
From what looks like a freshly baked pie on Mars to a great shot of Dwarf Planet Ceres, don't miss these amazing space images of the week for Dec. 13, 2014.
13 December 2014, 07:26 AM ET
See the Geminid meteor shower peak tonight (Dec. 13) through three webcasts airing live online.
12 December 2014, 05:08 PM ET
Having successfully splashed down after its first spaceflight, NASA's Orion spacecraft is set to launch onto the big screen in a large-format 3D film. 'Journey To Space' tells the true story of what the next chapter of space exploration will bring.
12 December 2014, 03:22 PM ET
A new laser link with the International Space Station could do what optical fiber has done for internet access on Earth -- by turning orbital communications from painfully slow dial-up to blazing-fast broadband.
12 December 2014, 03:20 PM ET
NASA will receive $18 billion for 2015, more than a half a billion dollars above the Obama administration’s original request, under the terms of an omnibus spending bill released late Dec. 9.


After completing his paper on ‘Brain. Behaviour. Story.’, for which he was awarded his third WPP Atticus award in June, Christopher Graves, global chairman and CEO of OgilvyPR, hopes to disseminate his findings throughout the agency. Campaign Asia-Pacific sat down with Graves on a recent visit to Hong Kong.
Why do PR and advertising need science?
Our agencies often face having to change mindsets. But if you go into it the way most agencies do, they try to be clever, or they do a bit of traditional message testing. But they don’t understand the hundreds of ways they backfire. Science can illuminate and highlight the positives and negatives of an approach, which in turn informs the creative. So often we get asked by clients to help them build a cause or a movement maybe around purpose branding or CSR. If they catapult themselves into the messaging without understanding this part, things can go very wrong.
Why hasn’t this been done before?
No one else is an insane as I am or as obsessed as I am. This paper is seven years of research digested and translated for the lay person. I’d also like to be clear that this isn’t neuromarketing—that’s correlative at best. This is based on solid research papers across scientific practices such as neuroscience, behavioural science and psychology.
What makes your paper stand out?
No one was really connecting the verticals towards communication. For example, let’s start with changing someone’s mind. Why is it so hard? The solution lies in the narrative theory part of it. Scientists like Raymond Mar and Melanie Green, who are narrative theory experts, found that great pieces of fiction have the capability to generate mirror neurons. Mirror neurons, something scientists think is one of the greatest discoveries, are the roots of empathy. They were discovered in a neuroscience lab at the University of Parma in the early 1990s. What they learnt was that, if I were to pick up a tall glass of cold water, my brain would activate the motor skills necessary for me to balance it without spilling. Yet, by merely watching me, your brain would mirror me, activating the very same parts of the brain even though you are not picking up anything.
Then Uri Hassan, assistant professor at the Princeton Neuroscience institute, found that when listening to a story, the listener’s brain did indeed mirror the teller, but at a slight delay. But as the story evolved, the listener mirrored the storyteller synchronously with no delay.
Meanwhile. Raymond Mar, a psychologist at York University in Toronto, found that as we read text, our brain simulates real-world aspects triggered by the text. He went on to say that immersive stories are quite effective at changing minds.
Finally, professor of social psychology and researcher on narrative transport, Melanie C Green wrote that despite the belief that individuals formed their beliefs based on fact… data confirms that individuals often base real-world judgements on fiction.
Now how can you combine all the silos and use this in a narrative? What language, what technique can you use to make people fire mirror neurons? The answer could lie in the ‘identifiable victim effect’. Which is basically the only thing Stalin and Mother Theresa agreed on: that individuals are more likely to feel empathy for one person than for a large vaguely defined group with the same need.
To read examples of how these concepts play out, and hear how Graves plans to spread his ideas throughout his very large organisation, please see the full article on Campaign Asia-Pacific.


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Clinical aspects of ALS in Gulf War veterans.
The increased incidence of ALS in military veterans of the first Persian Gulf War raised speculation that they may have a 'Persian Gulf' variant of ALS with atypical clinical features. Medical records of military veterans with ALS, previously identified in our epidemiological study, were evaluated for clinical features (age and site of onset, race, unexplained atypical findings) and ventilator-free survival. Comparisons between deployed versus non-deployed cohorts were made with deployment status based on designation by the Department of Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) or by self-report. Other than the young age of onset in both cohorts (40.8 years overall mean; 40.1 years for DMDC deployed, 41.2 years for DMDC non-deployed), review of the medical records failed to document any atypical features. After adjusting for bulbar onset, median survival from symptom onset in those > or =40 years of age was 35.5 months (2.96 years) compared to 64.7 months (5.39 years) in the group <40 years of age (hazard ratio (HR)=0.47, 95% CI 0.30-0.73, p=0.0006). After adjusting for age, median survival was 45.4 months (3.78 years) and 54.8 months (4.57 years) in bulbar- versus non-bulbar onset groups, respectively (HR=1.41, 95% CI 0.83-2.39, p=0.20). After adjusting for age and site of onset, deployed veterans had significantly shorter survival than non-deployed (40.2 vs. 57.0 months, HR=0.62, 95% CI 0.40-0.96, p=0.03) using DMDC data. In conclusion, although veterans developing ALS after deployment to the Persian Gulf in 1990-1991 exhibited otherwise typical clinical features, they experienced shorter ventilator-free survival than non-deployed veterans.
Kasarskis, EJ; Lindquist, JH; Coffman, CJ; Grambow, SC; Feussner, JR; Allen, KD; Oddone, EZ; Kamins, KA; Horner, RD; Als Gulf War Clinical Review Team,
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Between September and December 2021, he carried out a postdoctoral stay at the African American Research Institute WEB Du Bois, at Harvard University (United States).
Photo: Taken from Alejandro Gaviira’s Twitter
Alexander Gaviriawho will be minister of Education in the government of Gustav Petro, He announced through his Twitter account that Aurora Vergara Figueroa will be deputy minister Higher education. “Together with her we will work for the reconciliation of Colombia through the dignity of the education”, Gaviria pointed out. (You can read: Scholarships: open call for master’s degrees at a Spanish university)
Through a video published by the Senator for the Democratic Pole Alexander López Maya, one sees Vergara thanking Gaviria for the appointment, as well as to the universities “that have made this exercise possible, to the President, Gustavo Petroand the vice president, France Marquez”.
The new deputy minister assured that “we will work together, together, together in a great responsibility that we have in education for pazeducation for reconciliationeducation relevant. I know we will do a wonderful job. They have a servant to be able to advance in all the recommendations they are making to us to meet our goals.” (You may be interested: In 2021, the number of children declared as victims of the armed conflict increased)
Vergara was born in Calibut grew up in IstminaChocó, although very young he went to the Valley University, in his hometown, to study sociology. She then did two specializations in University of Massachusetts Amherst (United States), where he also completed his master’s and doctorate, both in sociology. Between September and December 2021, she developed a postdoctoral stay at the African American Research Institute WEB Du Bois, at the Harvard University (USA).
The new deputy minister had also been serving as director of the Center for Afrodiasporic Studies from Icesi University. According to the description offered by the center, its objective is to promote “innovation, research, teaching and public intervention in aspects related to the histories, cultures, policies and production of knowledge of the african diaspora”. (You can also read: Universities must now have a gender protocol. What challenges do they face?)
Bojaya-Bellavista, the municipality of Chocó that was the victim of a massacre perpetrated on May 2, 2002 by the FARC guerrillas and that left at least 79 people dead, has been central in the investigation of the new deputy minister. Both her undergraduate thesis, as well as her master’s and doctorate thesis, address central issues of this population. In 2018 she also published a book in English entitled “The resistance of Afro-descendants to uprooting in Colombia: Bellavista-Bojayá-Chocó Massacre”.


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A contact mentioned to me that a large university press was drawing attention to a journal article by the economist Mark Armstrong to support their contention that non-for-profit (NFP) journal owners would be better off having their journals published by a not-for-profit publisher (i.e. themselves) rather than a commercial publisher. The article (published ironically enough [read more]
I have just uploaded a preprint of a new article, “Choosing a publishing partner: advice for societies and associations” (pdf), which is due to be published in Learned Publishing in its January 2008 issue.Abstract:For societies and associations seeking a publishing partner, the healthy competition between publishers means that the deals on offer have never been better…. This article, based on the author’s experience as a publisher-turned-consultant advising societies, offers a framework for selecting a partner based on a careful analysis of what the society needs from its publisher in the long term. We conclude that underlying the performance of the best publisher partners are a good understanding of the needs of societies and their journals; a strong service orientation; and an ability to plan strategically for each journal on the basis of facts and data.

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