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Designed for curb mounted installations, the VCM manual venting skylight enables any home to embrace the best of what nature has to offer. Opening for maximum fresh air, the venting skylight contributes to a home's proper moisture balance and comfort level by allowing stale, humid air to be released.
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The VCM skylight installs on site-built curbs with slopes between 0° (flat or 0:12) and 60° (20:12).
Convenient manual control
The VCM skylight is easily opened and closed manually with VELUX control rods when installed out-of-reach. A smooth turning handle with a white finish is available when skylights are installed within reach.
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The new innovative Pick&Click! ™ brackets make blind installation a snap! Every VCM skylight comes pre-installed with Pick&Click! ™ brackets that allows for fast and easy installation of sunscreening blinds and accessories.
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All VELUX skylight glazings are built using energy efficient, LoE3, Argon gas injected dual glass panes. The VCM skylight comes with your choice of the following glazing options, each designed to meet the needs of specific building situations:
- Impact glass - Special safety glass designed to meet code requirements for hurricane prone areas (Contact us for availability and pricing)
- Laminated glass - Tempered safety glass with extra laminated pane for added safety and comfort
- Tempered glass - Tempered safety glass
- White laminated glass - Tempered, laminated safety glass with a white coating to provide diffused lighting (Contact us for availability and pricing)
Sunscreening options for optimal light control
The VCM skylight is compatible with the following sunscreening accessories:
- Blackout Blinds – Blocks 98% of the light. Available in solar only.
- Light Diffusing Blinds – Diffuse the light and eliminates glare. Available in solar only.
Weathertight installation
The VCM skylight is designed for simple and weathertight installations on site-built curbs. It features factory applied gaskets to seal out wind and water for a weathertight installation.
Flashing options for a weathertight installation
These flashing systems help ensure a weathertight installation for your VCM skylight:
- VELUX ECL step flashing for curb mounted skylights is available for shingles and other low-profile roofing materials only on roofs with pitches greater than 10°. Site-built flashings are required for other roofing materials and roof pitches less than 10°.
- VELUX ECW tile flashing for curb mounted skylights is available for tile and other high-profile roofing materials only on roofs with pitches greater than 15°. Site-built flashings are required for other roofing materials and roof pitches less than 15°.
Quality construction
The VCM skylight is constructed with maintenance free white frames and sashes that insulates and strengthens the unit. A steel chain operator that eliminates the need for any interior attachments is also included.
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Growing up the way I did - barely getting by, fully understanding what hard times meant, and dealing with some messed up family stuff - we never really made Christmas a big deal. At least, it never really was to me. For example, one year we couldn't afford a Christmas tree (but when we did, we kept that thing for like a decade), my mom made us get some fallen twigs outside our apartment and she delicately wrapped them up in tin foil. We put it in a green vase and I think my sister actually tried decorating it by coloring the tin foil red and green. Ah, youth. Well, I couldn't totally blame her for her attempts to make something bad into something good, afterall, she had a perm and actually thought it looked cool. But, heck, it was the mid-80s, so the poor choice made by my nine-year-old sibling could be forgiven in retrospect.
In all honesty, the last Christmas I remembered before this particular one I'm about to tell you about when I was eleven, was when I was five. I got a whole bunch of Micronauts and this huge plastic Spider-Man doll that had a grappling hook, which was supposedly a web that he could "climb." Mind you, I don't blame my parents for any of this lack of remembering several years in between as they always did their best, God bless their hearts, and I'm glad my sister was always in the Christmas spirit, but I knew what was up. Okay sure, I was a Holden Caufield without knowing I was at the time, but whatever. I dealt with it. You couldn't fool me, I tell ya.
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2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Roku Netflix Player
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Sure, Netflix has come to the Xbox 360, but if you want streaming access to the Netflix service and don't own a game console, this is your cheapest barrier to entry. Definitely a great gift for movie buffs, the Roku Netflix player is able to stream over 12,000 movies and television shows from the Netflix Watch Instantly catalogue. The set-top box currently outputs at 480p (DVD quality), but we know that high definition streaming is on the way. The box is tiny, so it takes up barely any space, and setup takes just a couple of minutes - very simple. Of course, a Netflix subscription is required, but once you have that, everything else is a piece of cake.
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2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Apple Time Capsule
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Accessories, Apple, PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi, Family, Women, Men, Techies, Under $500,
Yeah, we know, the Time Capsule is a router and backup device. Not that exciting, right? Well, not all gifts are meant to spur excitement - this one is practical and functional. If you know someone who owns a Mac, and doesn't take advantage of Time Machine, then they need a Time Capsule - especially if they use a MacBook or MacBook Pro. The Time Machine sports either a 500GB or 1TB hard drive, and is a combination wired/wireless network attached storage device. Even better, it doubles as an 802.11n/g router as well. The 500GB Time Capsule sells for $299, while the 1TB version will run you $499.
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Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T700
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Cameras, Design, Features, Family, Women, Under $500,
If you want to pick up a camera for your loved one that is as much a fashion statement as it is a photography device, you've gotta consider the fashionista-friendly Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T700. It's not all about the looks, though, because this camera packs in a bunch of features. Like what? How about anti-blink and Smile Shutter technology? It also features a 3.5-inch ultra-high resolution touchscreen display, shoots at up to 10.1 megapixels, and includes 4GB of internal memory. It also includes the Picture Motion Browser software package, but seriously, who's gonna use that? The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T700 retails for $399.99, but on Amazon we were able to find substantial discounts, depending on which color you were interested in:
- Grey DSC-T700 for $339.99
- Pink DSC-T700 for $366.47
- Silver DSC-T700 for $375.64
- Red DSC-T700 for $375.64
There's also a gold version, but we didn't include that one since there was no discount available on it. Definitely a good gift for the woman in your life.
Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Belkin Conserve surge protector
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Accessories, Home Entertainment, Family, Techies, Under $50,
We know, you're wondering why on Earth we'd be recommending a surge protector as a gift, right? Well, the Belkin Conserve line is actually pretty cool. In the interest of being green, we are recommending a power strip that is great for the eco-concious folks in your life. You're able to turn off all connected devices with one switch. Outlets are spaced out to support those unsightly bulky ones, and there is even a remote you can use to control the flow of power. Since electronics pull power, even when powered off, that means you're wasting electricity constantly unless you unplug your devices when you are done using them. The Belkin Concserve fixes that. They retail for $49.99, but we were able to find them for 24% less - $38.24 at Amazon.
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Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Unibind Photobook Creator
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Features, Smart Home, Family, Women, Under $100,
If you got a do-it-yourselfer who is also into photography, we think we've found something that you might want to get them for the holidays. The Unibind Photobook Creator features about twelve new holiday-themed covers for their photo-binding system, each available for between $4-8 each. The actual Unibind System itself allows one to create a nice hardcover photo book, and includes layout software, a thermal binding machine, and a 3mm linen hardcover, with windowed front. The finished product looks nice and professional.
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2007 Holiday Gift Guide: Hamilton Beach Ensemble 12-Cup
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Features, Smart Home, Family, Women, Men,
If you are looking for a great gift for the coffee fan in your life that isn't terribly expensive, you should consider the Hamilton Beach Ensemble 12-Cup. This is a product that might make even those who have switched to lattes give drip coffee another look. Don't let the shiny exterior and low price fool you - the Ensemble 12-Cup hits you with rich, smooth brew. It it also compatible with an optional water filter, which costs $10, for those who want to make sure their water is clean. It's available in both black and red. These retail for $49.99, but you can find them cheaper by shopping around.
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2007 Holiday Gift Guide: Samsung BD-P1200
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Home Entertainment, Movies, Family, Men, Techies,
The BD-P1200 from Samsung is a nice step up from last year's BD-P1000 player. It offers more features at a lower cost. There are nice bookmarking features, DVD upconverting, and a nice backlit remote control. There's also an Ethernet port, which allows for simple firmware updates. Of course, the fact that it takes 20 seconds to load a disc is no fun, but that is typical of Blu-ray and HD DVD players across the board.
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2007 Holiday Gift Guide: TiVo HD for $250 at Amazon
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Here's a quick news bite for anyone looking for a holiday gift for that entertainment junkie in their life (or, for that matter, for themselves) - Amazon is selling the TiVo HD unit at $249.99. That's $50 off the regular price of $299.99, or a smooth 17% off. Sure, it's no Series 3, we know, but still, it is TiVo in all it's HD goodness. We aren't sure how long this one is going to last, so jump on it quick if you want it.<
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2006 Holiday Gift Guide: Sony NV-U71T
Posted by Andru Edwards - Categories: Features, GPS, Family, Men,
It looks like Sony may have learned from it's mistakes based on it's first foray into the personal navigation market and have come back swinging for a second round of competition with the NV-U71. What features did Sony throw into this one to make us so impressed? Well, for starters, the Sony NV-U71 has a nifty Gesture Command interface that allows you to make Plam Graffitti-ish type gestures with your finger or stylus right on the screen. Different gestures tell the GPS to do different things - for example, give it an upside-down V shape, and it will navigate your right back to your front door. No need to take your eyes off the road and go through pesky menus. Of course, it also is small and has a 3D map interface featuring a birds-eye view, but they all have that nowadays, don't they?
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While one-on-one communication is the best, in a District as large as Northside ISD it is sometimes difficult. Because we want our parents to stay informed, NISD has several ways that parents and other interested citizens can stay informed about the successes and challenges of San Antonio's premier school district, as well as news about their children's schools.
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The Northside Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. Aug. 19, 2014 in the Board room in the Central Office administration building, 5900 Evers Road, San Antonio, TX 78238.
Before 103,000 students arrive for the first day of school on Aug. 25, a brigade of new teachers first have to be schooled. More than 700 new and new-to-Northside ISD teachers went "back-to-school" during New Teacher Academy, an intense three-day professional development designed to share the culture and the expectations of South Texas' largest school district.
Pease Middle School will host its Bulldog Family Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 13 from noon to 6 p.m. for community members to get ready for school, learn about volunteer opportunities and free classes, and connect with beneficial family service organizations in the area.
Zachry Middle School will be competing in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) 2014 ENERGY STAR® National Building Competition: Team Challenge. More than 5,500 buildings and more than 100 teams are battling it out to see who can save the most energy and water in one year.
For families in the midst of back to school shopping- a reminder that the Annual Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for August 8 through August 10.
Northside ISD offers free, half-day pre-kindergarten for eligible four-year-old students in their neighborhood schools. There are over 2,800 pre-kindergarten students projected for next school year.
Each year Health Careers High School graduates earn thousands of dollars in scholarships and embark on careers in medicine scattered at universities and later medical schools across the country. While some will cross paths in the future, the story of HCHS graduates Aaron Goldberg, MD, PhD; Kunal Patel, MS, PhD; and Nicholas Short, MD is pretty remarkable.
Bright and early Wednesday morning, Anthony Jarrett, Principal of Marshall High School, settled down in his seat in the auditorium at Brennan High School, prepared to listen to the Superintendent talk to all the District's administrators about the upcoming school year. Little did he know that he would be surprised before 650 of his peers when former Superintendent Ed Rawlinson announced that he was the recipient of the 2014 Ed Rawlinson Innovator of the Year award.
Education Service Center, Region 20 has named the Northside ISD Board of Trustees the 2014 Region 20 Honor Board. (Region 20 encompasses 17 Central Texas counties and 52 school districts.) The NISD Board now advances to the Texas Outstanding School Board competition.
School districts across Bexar County have united behind a campaign to emphasize the benefits of traditional public education. Their efforts were recognized by the Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA) who presented the "Bright Idea" award to the 15 Bexar County school districts for their "Go Public" campaign, a multi-faceted public information and awareness campaign.
The start of the next school year is August 25, so now is the time to start planning. To find out the answer to such questions as what school supplies to get, when bus schedules are announced, or where to register your child for school, visit Northside ISD's Back to School website.
Since 1991, the NISD Board of Trustees signs a Code of Ethics annually, reaffirming their commitment to adhere to educational and ethical standards.
So You Think You Can Dance is a popular reality television show, but the reality of watching the San Antonio Deaf Dance Company perform is truly show-stopping. The Company's public performance is Friday, August 1 at 7 p.m. in the Marshall High School Auditorium, 8000 Lobo Lane. Admission is free but donations are accepted.
Pascual Gonzalez, Executive Director of Communications for Northside ISD, is the recipient of the Texas School Public Relations Association's (TSPRA) 2014 Key Communicator Award.
Northside ISD is holding a Transportation Job Fair for bus drivers from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 24 at McClung Transportation Station, 14173 Old FM 471.
Northside ISD is hosting a Job Fair to fill positions for food service workers and food service manager trainees in the Child Nutrition Department.
Northside ISD, in partnership with the San Antonio Sports' Fit Family Challenge, is encouraging families to get moving this summer and exercise together. To help with this, NISD is offering FREE Zumba and Kid Fit classes each week throughout the summer at Linton Elementary School, located at 2103 Oakhill.
Northside ISD rejects a recently published Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts report that incorrectly concludes there is wasteful spending in school construction by unfairly comparing school construction costs in different parts of Texas.
It might be summer but school zones are in effect through the beginning of August, although the times are slightly altered. All Northside ISD campuses are used for either summer school programs or as drop off/pick up sites for students.
Campus nurses are busy this summer calling more than 5,000 students who may be delinquent in updating their vaccines due to an increase in shots required at various grade levels.
The Rising Stars Theatre Camp is presenting Alice in Wonderland Jr. in a free public performance on Tuesday, July 1 at 2 p.m. in the Jay High School auditorium, 7611 Marbach Road.
At the June 17 Board Meeting, Northside ISD Trustees approved a $20.9 million compensation package that will provide salary increases for more than 14,000 employees. The raise includes a three percent increase for all employees effective the new school year.
The Northside Learning Tree After School Program is seeking outgoing, energetic, and positive role models to fill youth leader and site leader positions. Applicants must complete the online application for each position and interviews will take place through the end of August.
To comply with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations, Northside ISD will offer free meals to children from June 10-July 10 (Monday through Thursday). Last summer, NISD served more than 75,000 meals in one month. This year, free meals are available at 16 schools for children who are 18 years or younger.


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A green lieutenant comes up against incompetent officers and a sadistic sergeant during World War II.
After sustaining severe losses in the Pacific during World War II, American military strategy focuses on taking islands held by the Japanese one at a time. Marine general Cummings is placed in command of capturing the island of Anopopei and begins his campaign by assigning the sadistic Sgt. Sam Croft to lead a reconnaissance mission. Bitter over the infidelity of his wife, Croft is calloused and brutal, and during the initial landing does not hesitate to personally execute a Japanese prisoner, to the surprise of the platoon, made up by young husband Gallagher, Jewish friends Goldstein and Roth, Southern corporal Wilson, older soldier Red, unstable Minetta, Baptist medic Ridges, cocky Brown and Native American scout Martinez. At a subsequent officers' briefing, Cummings introduces former playboy Lt. Robert Hearn as his newly appointed aide, then describes his ambitious plans for securing the island. Later that night in the mess tent, Hearn criticizes Col. Dalleson's gloating description of eating meat pilfered from the enlisted men. Cummings summons Hearn afterward and chastises him for the remark, then cautions him against treating the soldiers humanely and urges him to accept that war means killing and death. Cummings suggests that Hearn instill fear and hatred in his men, but the lieutenant rejects Cummings' notion as immoral. Over the next few days, the American forces struggle to gain control of the island and Cummings believes that with appropriate naval and air support they will succeed in a week. Between the heavy fighting, the soldiers battle boredom, offset in part by Wilson's attempt to make moonshine. Gallagher is devastated to learn that his pregnant wife has died in childbirth. Cummings invites Hearn to his quarters to play chess, but cannot change Hearn's idea that the individual matters during war. When Hearn makes a disparaging observation about Cummings' private life, however, the general becomes angry and orders Hearn to take charge of keeping his private quarters clean and supplied daily with flowers. Over the next few days, Cummings chafes at the lack of support needed for his plan, which stalls despite orders from his superiors to proceed. Upon learning that Cummings has been telling the men that Hearn is presenting him with flowers, Hearn leaves a crushed cigarette butt on the floor of the general's quarters. Meanwhile, Cummings orders a platoon to the unoccupied southern part of the island to set up an observation post on the highest mountain peak, Mt. Anaka. While Dalleson orders Croft to prepare his men for the mission, Cummings summons Hearn, having taken note of the refuse in his quarters. Cummings tells Hearn that in this moment of great destiny for America the only morality is power. Cummings adds that insubordination within the chain of command must be squelched, then drops a cigarette on the floor and threatens Hearn with imprisonment if he does not retrieve it. Hearn complies but asks for a transfer. Cummings refuses and instead returns the lieutenant to active duty, placing him in command of Croft's platoon. The platoon is taken by boat to the southern part of the island where they return to the jungle, wary of enemy patrols. At a river crossing, a soldier, Wyman, is bitten by a poisonous snake and dies quickly. The platoon continues, unaware they are being trailed by a Japanese patrol. Upon discovering the patrol, Croft orders an attack using a barrage of grenades, which ignites a firestorm that burns the Japanese alive. The men proceed throughout the day, then arrive at a mountain pass flanked by a grove of trees. Hearn splits up the platoon and leads half toward the pass while Cross remains behind with the others. When Hearn's group is fired upon from the grove, Wilson is wounded. Despite Croft's protest, Hearn orders him to be taken back to headquarters, but the corporal dies moments later. The platoon pulls back to the trees opposite the grove and Hearn tells Croft not to countermand him again. As night falls, Hearn decides to send a man to reconnoiter the pass. Croft recommends their expert scout Martinez, then orders Martinez to report to him and not Hearn. When Martinez returns some hours later, he tells Croft about running into a Japanese patrol, but the next morning the sergeant lies to Hearn that the pass is clear. While leading the men back to the pass later, Hearn is shot and Croft immediately orders Brown, Goldstein and Ridges to take the lieutenant to the boat at the shore. Meanwhile at headquarters, Cummings grows increasingly frustrated by the lack of backing given his regiment and, after ordering Dalleson to respond to any enemy movement aggressively, flies out to demand aid. During the long hike back to the beach with the delirious Hearn, Brown repeatedly calls for the others to abandon the dying officer, but Goldstein and Ridges staunchly refuse. Croft leads the platoon around the pass and up toward the cliffs of Mt. Anaka. During the dangerous climb, Roth sprains his ankle and then later freezes in fear on a narrow precipice. Intending to spur Roth on, Croft calls him a "lousy Jew," causing the soldier to bolt and fall to his death. As the men near the peak, Red angrily confronts Martinez about providing incorrect information regarding the pass and concludes that Croft intentionally allowed Hearn to walk into the Japanese position. Fearing Croft will lead them to their deaths, Red challenges him, but backs down when the sergeant threatens to kill him. At the peak, Croft investigates the other side of the hill alone only to be shot and killed by another Japanese patrol. The men hold off an attack with grenades while Martinez investigates and discovers the Japanese have landed heavy guns, tanks and a division on the far beach. Minetta attempts to contact headquarters and reaches a ship that passes the news on to Dalleson, who orders a full scale assault. In the midst of requesting assistance, Cummings is told about the attack and ordered to return to Anopoei to take charge. Back on the island, urged on by Gallagher, the remaining platoon members head back to the beach. Arriving at the shore with Hearn, Goldstein, Ridges and Brown are dismayed to find the boat has gone, but moments later it returns. When the pilot insists on departing immediately, Hearn demands they wait for the rest of the platoon who soon arrive. Cummings returns to his command and is about to berate Dalleson when he receives a report that the assault has broken the enemy line and routed the Japanese entirely. With the island secure, Cummings visits the recovering Hearn in the infirmary a few days later. Hearn tells the general that Ridges and Goldstein's dedication saved his life and bolstered his belief that man's innate decency will survive the viciousness of war.
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A skeleton wielding a sword is supposed to be scary. It was scary in 1963 when special effects maestro Ray Harryhausen created a whole army of them in Jason and the Argonauts. How do you kill something that's already dead?
But what happens when you take a Skeleton Warrior out of Jason and the Argonauts? And have him (or her!) laugh at crap TV, hang out with gay porn stars, or eat strawberries? You get internet hijinks, that's what.
A few years back, Japanese figure maker Kaiyodo—the folks behind the infamous Creepy Woody—released a poseable figurine based on the Skeleton Warriors in Jason in the Argonauts. And like Creepy Woody, the Skeleton Warrior has since become fodder for figure fans to amuse themselves.
What makes Creepy Woody so much fun is that there's a "gap": Woody is not creepy in Toy Story, but that pervy face opens up a world of figure fun. Likewise with the Skeleton Warrior, there's a similar gap, opening up humorous tableaus like a skeleton ordering a meal. Moreover, the Kaiyodo figure isn't just highly posable; its crooked lower jaw, which can open and shut like a suitcase, makes the figure extremely expressive.
In the above gallery, check out an array of Skeleton Warriors, including a darkly grim one that was uploaded this week.
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So, that's clear enough. Lets go to the internet for a few more scouting reports. Part 1 is here.
Again, d'Arnaud and Syndergaard immediately become two of the Mets' top three prospects. I have the top three ranked d'Arnaud, Wheeler and Syndergaard.
Baseball America
BA ranked d'Arnaud as the Jays' #1 prospect after the 2012 baseball season. Nathan Rode wrote in part:
D'Arnaud has the tools to become a big league all-star if he can stay healthy. He's a rare catcher with the potential to be an above-average hitter with plus power. He doesn't walk much but makes consistent hard contact, getting hits even when his timing is off or he gets off balance. He has the bat speed and strength to hit plenty of homers and lets his power come naturally, employing a short stroke and all-fields approach. .... D'Arnaud made good strides with his defense in 2011 by working with then-New Hampshire manager Sal Butera, who caught in the majors for nine seasons. ....He has average to plus arm strength and has refined his footwork and throwing accuracy. He's a solid receiver who moves well behind the plate, and he's a good leader who works well with his pitching staffs.
Keith Law had d'Arnaud as his 5th-best prospect in baseball in his midseason update, writing:
It's possible, even likely, he is always going to be an injury-prone player, one who is great when he plays but won't average 140 games a year the way you'd want.Before the season, while ranking d'Arnaud, his top Blue Jays prospect, and #6 overall in baseball, Law wrote:
a plus defensive catcher who produces across the board on offense.In reference to Law's comment, d'Arnaud's injury list includes:
The two big keys for d'Arnaud in 2011 were staying healthy -- which he did until he tore a thumb ligament while playing for Team USA in October's World Cup -- and starting to grow into his power, which projects as plus, 25-30 homers in a full season of catching down the road.
2010 - Lower back ailment (held him to just 71 games)
2011 - torn ligament left thumb Team USA (surgery 10/11)
2012 - torn posterior cruciate ligament left knee (held him to just 67 games)
Baseball America had Syndergaard ranked as the Jays' #3 prospect ater the 2012 season.
Their scouting report:
Syndergaard's big frame gives him an imposing presence on the mound, and his fastball only adds to it. His heater ranges from 92-98 mph with excellent downward angle and armside run. His curveball has gained velocity since he signed and now sits in the mid-70s with downward action. It's inconsistent and eventually may develop into a slider, but it gets outs and features good spin. He maintains his arm speed well on his mid-80s changeup. He has very good body control for his size, which leads to quality command and control.Note that Baseball America's report is not consistent with Lansing pitching coach Vince Horsman who told Jaysprospects.com that Syndergaard was working on both a slider and a curveball in 2012.
"At the beginning of the season, Noah was a fastball, change-up guy. We implemented the curveball into his game and that was okay, but then around the halfway point we added a slider and the slider helped his curveball. So developing one pitch turned into two pitches so now he has a very good curveball and a very good slider to compliment his change-up.
"Thus, he has now gone from a two-pitch pitcher to a four-pitch pitcher. This was unexpected. I can't wait to see what else the future has in store for him


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KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghan and NATO forces killed more than 20 insurgents in a joint operation in the eastern Logar province, military officials said Wednesday.
The two-day operation that ended Tuesday night in the province's Baraki Barak district also killed a local Taliban commander, said provincial government spokesman Din Mohammad Darwesh. Two civilians were wounded, Darwesh said. There were no immediate reports on possible Afghan or international casualties.
The troops killed 24 insurgents as part of the operation, which also rescued two captured Afghan soldiers, the NATO military coalition says in a statement. Afghan officials gave varying numbers of 23 to 26 militants killed.
Deputy provincial police chief Rais Khan Abdul Rahimzai said that two civilians were killed and two were wounded in crossfire. He said the insurgents were inside the house of those who were killed and were shooting at Afghan forces.
Separately, the coalition said an international service member died Wednesday following an insurgent attack in the east. It was not clear if there was any relation to the Logar operation. The statement did not provide the service member's nationality or other details.
So far this month, at least 16 international troops have been killed in Afghanistan.
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I often think it's a shame when I see an old, often hand-pieced top given to an unsympathetic LAer just to be pantoed or stippled all over... But take a look at this link - it's a traditional Sunbonnet Sue top, pieced by it's owner's great-grandmother. And personally, I think that this long-armer did an absolutely fabulous and very sympathetic job on it. I think the finished quilt is now a prime example of how the old traditional can sit beautifully alongside our contemporary skills with modern machines. What do you all think? :D
EDIT: it's the second quilt on the page I'm referring to, you have to scroll down a tad. :-D
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Is an Economic Downturn Good for Genealogy?
I was reading the Wall Street Journal this morning. On page 1 of the Marketplace section is an article about the fashion industry going retro. Gucci Chief Executive Patrizio di Marco was quoted as saying, "Every single brand in the universe, especially in this industry, is talking about heritage..."
When the economy turns bad, Americans turn nostalgic. It's human nature I guess. As we suffer through difficult times, we long for, and reminisce, about better days. It seems quite predictable that an economic downtown would to translate to a longing for the past in the marketplace. The Wall Street Journal seems to agree with me when they say, "Fashion's current retro trend is at least partly due to the economic downturn."
If an economic downturn leads to nostalgia then perhaps that means a boon in the marketplace for genealogy. The recent television debuts of Faces of America and Who Do You Think You Are? couldn't have come at a better time. They are hitting the small screen just as America is longing for its past.
Let's look at the positive side of this downturn. The time is ripe for genealogy to soar as America's favorite activity. Perhaps these hard economic times will introduce a whole new generation to discovering their ancestry and their heritage.
What do you think? Do you agree?
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I agree! I've noticed a boom in family reunions, and people are attending in larger numbers than ever before. I guess this is due to the economy- it's much cheaper to attend a family reunion than to go to DisneyWorld which now costs $90 a day with out even food or lodging. So even if you have to drive or fly to a reunion, the events are free or inexpensive, the food is homemade and the memories will last longer than that snapshot with Mickey. I had invitations to three reunions this month, and was asked to help organize historical/genealogical information for FIVE others!ReplyDelete
I agree but I've seen it from a different angle: due to The Great Recession, more folks are a) taking earlier retirement - the Social Security Administration states that those taking benefits at age 62 is up by 25% and b) have leisure time while looking for a new job. In addition, the web traffic demographics are showing that young families with children, especially those with or expecting their first child, are more interested in genealogy.ReplyDelete
I agree, great points made by all. But I think I lean in Thomas's summation. In the FHC it is largely older men that are coming in an looking for help.ReplyDelete
I agree, I have had more genealogy business, we have seen an increase in new visitors to our local history library, and an increase in new visitors of all ages to our monthly genealogy meetings. We also had some new faces at our family reunion this August.ReplyDelete


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Outspoken Assad supporter assassinated in Lebanon
BEIRUT (AP) -- Gunmen burst into the first floor apartment of a pro-government Syrian journalist Wednesday, killing him in a hail of nearly 30 bullets in a Hezbollah stronghold in southern Lebanon.
The pre-dawn assassination is the latest in a series of brazen attacks that have shown the growing vulnerability of the Shiite militant group, which has found itself increasingly on the defensive at home over its decision to back President Bashar Assad in the civil war raging next door.
Violence linked to Syria's war is increasingly washing across Lebanon, threatening to unleash large-scale fighting in a deeply fragmented country that is being constantly tested with ever deepening polarization over the conflict in Syria.
In recent months, violence has become more recurrent and geographically widespread, extending to predominantly Shiite neighborhoods that had been relatively immune from attacks plaguing other, mostly border areas.
On Tuesday, a roadside bomb struck a Hezbollah convoy near the Syrian border, wounding two, and last week a car bombing in south Beirut wounded 53 people in the heart of the militant group's bastion of support. Rockets have recently hit the Hezbollah stronghold south of the Lebanese capital.
The attacks come as no surprise. Although there have been no credible responsibility claims, Syria-based extremist Sunni groups have interpreted Hezbollah's moves in Syria as a declaration of war against their sect and have threatened to retaliate inside Hezbollah-controlled areas in Lebanon.
"It is still the beginning of a probably tough road ahead" for Hezbollah, said Kamel Wazne, founder and director of the Center for American Strategic Studies in Beirut. Such attacks, however, will not change the group's ideology or direction, but "will actually strengthen their resolve to continue what they started," he said.
Mohammed Darrar Jammo, a 44-year-old journalist and political commentator, was one of Assad's and Hezbollah's most vociferous defenders. In frequent appearances on television talk shows, he would staunchly support the Syrian regime's strong-armed response to the uprising and in at least one case shouted down opposition figures, calling them "traitors."
His hard-line stance earned him enemies among Syria's opposition, and some in the anti-Assad camp referred to Jammo as "shabih," a term used for pro-government gunmen who have been blamed for some of the worst mass killings of the civil war.
On Wednesday, he was gunned down with automatic rifles shot at close range in his apartment in the coastal town of Sarafand, a stronghold of Hezbollah, where he lived with his Lebanese wife. The perpetrators got away.
Lebanon's state news agency published a photo Wednesday of a shirtless Jammo lying on a blue sheet soaked with blood, his chest riddled with bullet wounds. Bullet holes were clearly visible in the walls inside the house.
Hezbollah condemned the attack, saying it showed the "bankruptcy" of Sunni extremist groups fighting in Syria. In a statement, it said that the crime should serve as an "alarm bell" for Lebanese authorities "to find the most appropriate way to confront these terrorist groups before it is too late."
Assassinations of politicians, army officers and journalists who support Assad's regime are not uncommon in Syria, but the killing of a well-known Syrian in Lebanon is rare.
Syria's conflict has cut deep fissures through Lebanon and exposed the country's split loyalties. Many Lebanese Sunnis support the overwhelmingly Sunni uprising against Assad, while Shiites generally back Hezbollah and the Syrian regime.
Clashes between pro- and anti-Assad groups in Lebanon have left scores of people dead in recent months, and the violence has escalated as Hezbollah's role fighting alongside the Syrian regime has become public. The group was instrumental in helping secure a regime victory in the strategic town of Qusair near the border with Lebanon last month.
Naufal Daou, a member of the anti-Hezbollah political coalition in Lebanon, said that by defying the will of the Lebanese people, Hezbollah finds itself facing a real dilemma "inflicted on itself by its stubbornness ... and insistence to attach Lebanon's fate to that of rogue states and dying political regimes."
The slide in Lebanon toward violence is taking place amid a dangerous political void. Politicians have been unable to form a new government since outgoing premier Najib Mikati resigned in March. Parliament extended its mandate by a year and a half in June, skipping scheduled elections largely because of the instability in the country.
The country appears to be headed toward a security vacuum in September, when the term of army commander Gen. Jean Kahwaji expires. Politicians are divided over whether parliament should meet to extend his mandate.
Analysts say Hezbollah is unlikely to be affected by the wave of attacks targeting its strongholds.
"Hezbollah is very good at taking punches," said Wazne. He said the group feels stronger and more assured now that Assad has regained the momentum against rebels fighting to topple him, largely after the fall of Qusair.
Hezbollah's hard-core Shiite supporters are likely to rally further around the group following such attacks.
In other developments Wednesday, Kurdish gunmen captured most of a Syrian town near the border with Turkey after a day of fighting against jihadi groups in the area, the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said. Such clashes have been common over the past months in rebel-held areas in northern Syria.
The Observatory said the fighting in the town of Ras al-Ayn between the pro-government militia of the Kurdish Democratic Union Party, or PYD, and members of al-Qaida-linked Jabhat al-Nusra and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant left at least 11 dead people dead, including nine extremists.
Stray bullets from the fighting killed a 17-year-old in a Turkish town, a Turkish official said. Turkey's military said it fired into Syria in retaliation for the killing.
The fighting broke out Tuesday after the Islamic fighters attacked a Kurdish patrol in the area, capturing a Kurdish gunman. Wide clashes broke out later in the day after the two extremist groups rejected a truce offer, according to the Observatory.
Syrian TV reported Wednesday that a car bomb went off near a mosque in the Damascus suburb of Kanakir, killing three people and wounding 10 others, including women and children.
Associated Press writers Albert Aji in Damascus, Syria and Bassem Mroue in Beirut, contributed to this report.


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The Total Recall promo tour really has stepped up a gear since it hit Europe and both Kate Beckinsale and Jessica Biel have been using their star power to snag some of the most beautiful red carpet designed dresses I have seen in a long while. This week the stars of the Total Recall hit Berlin, Dublin and London and they really didn't disappoint – two gorgeous Donna Karan gowns, an exquisite Elie Saab sparkler, a couple of Zac Posen dresses, and a standout feathered Giambattista Valli Couture look.
This has been one serious face-off this week between Kate and Jessica – see my favourite looks below and let me know who you think came out on top!!!
Kate Beckinsale:
For the LA premiere I hinted that I thought Kate had a new stylist due to her dramatic, high couture looks that she has been working, well it turns out that I am right and you will never guess who it is – only Taylor Jacobson, you know Rachel Zoe's ex-assistant, I have to be honest I am seriously impressed with how she has styled Kate for this Total Recall promotional tour.
A week in which two amazing Donna Karan gowns grace the red carpet is always perfect, but wow to both, first up was a Barbie-pink dress from the Resort 2013 collection, it just oozes glamour with the architectural details to the bust and hips – similar to the dramatic Armani worn in LA but much more girlie and I love this hot-pink shade on her.
But it has to be the divine styling of her London premiere look that got me most excited this week. On its own this gorgeous black strapless gown with glitter sequinned details and a thigh-high split from the autumn/winter 2012 collection is incredible, style it with the bow belt from the pre-fall 2012 collection and it is simply breathtaking. I am seriously in love with this look!!!
I was also floored by her looks in Germany, first up was the demure purple Zac Posen dress for the photocall, and then she completely smashed it at the Berlin premiere in her ivory rose-swirl embellished Naeem Khan gown from the autumn/winter 2012 collection.
I can't believe that these four looks all happened in one week, there were more a lot more, I had to narrow it down – as Kate also turned to designers Andrew GN, Preen, Paule Ka, and DVF for her after party and day-time looks.
Jessica Biel:
Jessica Biel has also been surprising me on this promo tour, maybe there is some rivalry over being the best dressed, as she really has stepped up her game.
The Couture looks from America continued to Europe and she went for one of my favourite looks from the Giambattista Valli spring 2012 couture collection for the London premiere. Everything about this look is completely flawless – I love the masculine vs feminine vibe of the look with the tuxedo-style shirt teamed with lace sleeves and a feather peplum. But seriously what makes this a standout look has to be the styling of the neon-pink Christian Louboutin Pigalle heels – LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!!
Jessica has liked to go short on this promo tour, she wore Dior Couture in LA which fell just above her ankles, then there was Elie Saab Couture in New York, and it seems Europe is also seeing her legs as for the Dublin premiere she wore a strapless cream and gold Jacquard Zac Posen gown with a divine origami-style bodice from the autumn/winter 2012. Granted this isn't my favourite of her looks but I included as I love that she has changed up her hair with a messy faux-bob.
I haven't been as wowed by Jessica as I have been with Kate, but what I have loved is her more directional style, OK some of it she hasn't quite pulled off but at least she has committed to it. For the Berlin photocall it was great to see her wearing another one of my favourite emerging designers Christian Cota, normally for a photocall stars go for Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, or DVF for there smart tailored dresses, I love that Jessica went for a fun summery look in this watercolour printed crop top and tiered skirt from the spring/summer 2011 collection.
My favourite of Jessica's looks has to be the divine Elie Saab autumn/winter 2012 gown that she shimmered in for the Berlin premiere. This is high-glamour at its very best, I love the sparkles, I adore the open back, and I want her hair!!! Hot, hot, hot!!!
My Best Dressed:
It was hard to pick just one look each but I have decided to go for the two black sparklers, I am in love with the styling and glamour of both looks from Donna Karan and Elie Saab and both Kate and Jessica look incredible.
Which looks get your vote?


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Report: Nintendo passed on Natal tech back in 2007
Looks like Nintendo bossman Satoru Iwata was shown Natal's tech at one point and passed on it due to latency and price-point reservations, according to CVG.
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Microsoft 3DV acquisition confirmed
It's finally been confirmed that Microsoft bought Israeli tech firm 3DV. Israeli business daily Globes reports that Microsoft's Moshe Lichtman mentioned 3DV in a press conference relating to Microsoft's R&D centre in Israel. "The R&D centre helped Microsoft in buying the intellectual property of 3DV Systems, and in the wake of that dozens of the […]
Project Natal and 3DV unrelated, says MS
Microsoft's Shane Kim and Aaron Greenberg has said that Project Natal and the company's recent acquisition of 3DV tech have nothing to do with each other. Project Natal has been in development "for a long time." "No, we built this in house," echoed Greenberg. "None of those rumours did justice to what we were actually […]
360 motion-sensing on the way, says Wall Street Journal
In case you needed any more of a hint that Microsoft's about to announce a motion-sensing device for 360, the Wall Street Journal, citing "people familiar with the matter," has said that "Microsoft Corp. is developing a new videocamera for the Xbox 360 console that will allow players to control games with the movement of […]
3DV motion-sensing playtested - heading to 360 at E3?
Ars Technica's posted up impressions of 3DV's motion-sensing tech, and if you have more than two brain cells you should be paying attention – there's more than a little rumour doing the rounds that this is heading to 360, and may well be announced at E3. Pro-tip: if the things we've been told off the […]


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This is a step by step guide on creating your own USB compatible charger using your bicycle's hub-dynamo as the power source.
It's a work in progress and I will update this post along the way.
All images link to full resolution originals.
- Soldering iron + tin
- (optional) Multimeter
- (optional) Soldering clamp
- (optional) wire stripper
- Parallel Strip Veroboard (€ 8,22) )
- USB-A Receptacle (optional, a direct usb cable with micro or mini usb is also possible)
- 5Volt Regulator LDO (Low Dropout) LM2940 (CT) ( € 1,31)
- Heatsink for LDO (optional) (€ 0,5)
- C1 2200uF 16v (€ 0,65)
- C4 .47uF Tantalum bead (€ 0,22)
- C5 22uF Tantalum bead (€ 0.43)
- Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A, 100V (€ 0,5)
- Heat-shrink tubing (optional)
- ABS Case / housing (optional) (€ 1.17)
- Cable Gland Locknut (optional) or: a Grommet:
- hub dynamo connector (€ 2,- ?)
Note that these prices are ex FAT and I ordered them in larger volumes, ymmv.
Step 1: saw a piece out of the veroboard, approximately 17 x 40 mm (the board below is too long, approx 65 in length)
Step 2: Solder the two tantalum bead capacitors on the voltage regulator. Be careful to not overheat the components, polarity is essential. Long leg is positive.
Place the 22uF Capacitor on the right, the .47 uF on the left. Negative polarity combined in the middle.
Step 3: prepare capacitor C1 with the heat-shrink tubing, bend the pins (long leg = positive) as seen in the photo. Keep the legs as long as possible for flexible placement of this component inside the ABS case.
Step 4: place the components on the veroboard:
Looking at the first picture below; the middle three parallel stripes on the board serve as the main electrical paths for the components. The stripe on the left corresponds with the positive side on the diagram.
– C1: the long leg (+) should be placed on the left of the three middle stripes. The short leg should go in the middle. (in reference to picture 1)
Picture 1:
The bridge rectifier output legs should be placed as follows: The + (as indicated on the component) should go on the left of the three middle strips.
The – (negative) output should go in the middle. The AC input legs can be placed on the outer stripes of the board. (left and right in reference to picture 1)
And finally solder the voltage regulator as well.
Before going any further, check to see if it's working properly.
Prepare the cable that runs to the dynamo, and connect it on the input legs of the bridge rectifier. Polarity is of course of no concern as we are dealing with an alternating current. Connect the dynamo to this kit, swing the wheel and measure the output voltage on the + (Vout) and – leg of the output regulator.
We should measure around 5 Volts
If it doesn't work, carefully check the polarity of the capacitors and other components.
We can now safely cut the remaining component legs form the veroboard, and bend C1 to fit inside the ABS case.
I connected the heat-sink using a blind rivet this is ideal as it does not need any additional space (especially height).
Before connecting the cables, drill a small hole for the Cable Gland Locknut, connect the Cable Gland Locknut and route the wires through it.
Next, connect the USB A receptacle or if you like a mini or micro USB cable directly to the voltage regulator output legs. Connect the dynamo cable to the bridge rectifier.
In order for this whole package to fit inside the box, I had to saw one of the corners from the veroboard.
When using the same ABS case as listed in the requirements section, be sure to cut the two screw holes at the bottom of the case for more room.
That's pretty much it. I will seal the case of with a polymer resin, to make it water proof. Be sure to only do this after you are absolutely sure everything works.
Revision 2 with grommets
That's it! Let me know if you take on the challenge to build one yourself, or if I need to explain anything in more detail.


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Zuma's Revenge puts the fun into blasting balls on the DS (review)
It isn't often that I am pulled into a good puzzle game, but Zuma's Revenge did it in its entirety.
When I was given this game, the front cover alone gave me a chuckle. I thought that the frog would be an epic tattoo to get. The back of the game box was even more hilarious telling the gamer to "blast balls" around in each challenge.
You know you have to play a game when it tells you to go ball blasting. Entertaining the thought, the game was actually addictive. The first levels are always easy, but by the fifth level, I was squirming like a little worm trying to blast the balls as fast as possible while trying to avoid all the dang fruit on the screen. Why do you ask? Well, good sir, if you don't manage to blast one of those fruits, the levels become faster and more difficult. Shaped like Bejeweled, the game will decrease the amount of balls on the screen if you match three or more together.


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Improving Metabolic Assessments in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Clinical Trials
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00105352
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First Posted : March 14, 2005
Last Update Posted : June 2, 2016
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This study is being conducted by the Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet Study Group, funded by the National Institutes of Health, in collaboration with the European C-Peptide Group. The goal is to evaluate comparability and reproducibility of measures of beta cell function in type 1 diabetes comparing the mixed meal tolerance tests (MMTT) and glucagon stimulation test (GST). These two tests will be compared to assess the relationship between the MMTT and IV (intravenous) Glucagon stimulated C-peptide responses as measured by time to peak C-peptide and AUC (area under the curve) values.
Based on the understanding that type 1 diabetes results from an immune mediated loss of pancreatic beta cells, therapeutic trials and newer measures of beta cell function can be evaluated as endpoints for clinical trials. Direct assessment of residual beta cell function is an appropriate endpoint, as retention of beta cell function in patients with T1D is known to result in improved glycemic control and reduced hypoglycemia, retinopathy and nephropathy. Endogenous beta cell function or insulin secretion is best measured by determination of C-peptide (which is co-secreted with insulin in a 1:1 molar ratio). Intervention studies over the past few decades have usually used measurement of C-peptide. However, the relationship between these or other measures of beta cell function has not been well studied. The relative advantages of one measure over another in terms of variability, sensitivity and burden to the subject is unknown. In addition, the optimal conditions for the conduct of the test need to be determined.
An important goal is to develop an international consensus about the conduct of metabolic tests in the context of large, multicenter trials involving type 1 diabetes (T1D) by balancing the scientific data with the burden on the subject.
|Condition or disease
|Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
|Procedure: Mixed Meal Tolerance Test Procedure: Glucagon Stimulation Test
|Not Applicable
The study is a multi-center, two-arm, randomized clinical trial. Each participant will undergo four tests within a limited period according to the test sequence assignment. The tests will randomly start with either MMTT or GST.
Specific Aims
- To compare the reliability of the MMTT and Glucagon stimulated C-peptide responses as measured by time to peak C-peptide on MMTT, and the peak and AUC values on both tests.
- To determine the relationship between MMTT and Glucagon stimulated C-peptide responses as measured by time to peak C-peptide on MMTT and peak and AUC values on both tests.
- To determine the impact of basal glucose, peak glucose, age of participant, time from diagnosis, and basal C-peptide with respect to the reliability of measures and relationship between MMTT and Glucagon results.
- Describe the palatability of, patient compliance with, and adverse effects of each test (MMTT vs. GST) and to compare the participant and investigator burden to conduct the MMTT and Glucagon tests.
- Mixed Meal Tolerance Test (MMTT):
BOOST is a liquid meal (like a milkshake) containing a standard amount of fat, protein, and carbohydrate. BOOST raises blood sugar and causes the pancreas to produce insulin. After drinking BOOST, about one-half teaspoon of blood will be drawn through an IV line in the arm after 15, 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes. (Using an IV line avoids multiple needle sticks). The test takes about 2 hours.
- Glucagon Stimulation Test (GST):
Glucagon is a hormone that circulates in the blood and stimulates insulin secretion. Glucagon will be injected into the bloodstream through an IV line, and about one-half teaspoon of blood will be drawn five times during ten minutes. The test takes about 30 minutes.
- Participants will have tests on four different days over a six week period. Participants will have either a) two MMTTs and then two GSTs OR b) two GSTs and then two MMTTs. Each test will be done 3-10 days apart.
- Participants will follow a special high carbohydrate diet (150 grams) for at least three days prior to each study visit. Dietary information will be provided.
- Participants will fast overnight (at least 8 hours) and arrive at the clinic between 7 AM - 10 AM.
- It is essential that participants have a blood glucose level of 70-200 mg/dl in the morning before starting the test. If blood glucose is too high or too low the morning of the test, the test will be re-scheduled on another day.
- Tests will be re-scheduled if, on the morning of the test, your blood sugar or ketones are not within acceptable ranges. Testing could take up to eight visits if tests need to be re-scheduled.
- Participants will learn whether their pancreas is still secreting insulin and, if so, how much insulin is being secreted. This information may help their diabetes health care team design for them a better insulin regimen and diabetes management program to improve their longterm blood sugar control.
- This study will help researchers learn which test (MMTT or GST) is best to use in other research studies looking at treatments that may stop or delay type 1 diabetes.
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Enrollment :
|120 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Crossover Assignment
|None (Open Label)
|Primary Purpose:
|Official Title:
|Improving Metabolic Assessments in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Clinical Trials
|Study Start Date :
|November 2004
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|November 2005
- Stimulated C-peptide response derived from the 2-hour MMTT and the glucagon stimulation test (GST)
- Time to peak C-peptide on MMTT, and the peak and AUC values from each test
- Co-efficient of reproducibility of the MMTT, and the GST, provided from the duplicate tests within the same individuals
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contacts provided below. For general information, Learn About Clinical Studies.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|8 Years to 35 Years (Child, Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
- Informed consent obtained from participants (over 12 years of age) and parents (for participants below 18 years of age). Assent is obtained from younger children.
- Age 8 - 35 years at the time of inclusion
- Body weight > 30 kg
- Type 1 diabetes defined by: ADA (American Diabetes Association) criteria or judgment of physician
- Duration of diabetes: 1 month to 3* years (*The TrialNet Coordinating Center will monitor fasting C-peptide levels as they are reported to ensure that a wide range of values is included. This review may result in widening the duration of diabetes window to allow for subjects with low C-peptide).
- Must maintain good glycemic control
- Be willing to travel to a TrialNet Clinical Center for a minimum of four separate visits that are spaced 3-10 days apart, and be willing to complete the study within a six week period.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Actual treatment with drugs influencing beta cell function (e.g. oral hypoglycaemic agents, beta-2-receptor agonists)
- Actual treatment with drugs influencing insulin sensitivity (e.g. steroids)
- Significant concomitant disease likely to interfere with glucose metabolism (e.g. febrile illness within the prior 3 days)
- Expected poor compliance
- If a female of child-bearing age, currently pregnant or not using a form of birth control
- Any other condition that by the judgement of the investigator may be potentially harmful to the patients
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT00105352
|United States, California
|Children's Hospital Los Angeles
|Los Angeles, California, United States, 90027
|University of California San Francisco
|San Francisco, California, United States, 94143-0434
|Stanford University Medical Center
|Stanford, California, United States, 94305-5208
|United States, Colorado
|Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, University of Colorado
|Denver, Colorado, United States, 80262
|United States, Florida
|University of Florida
|Gainesville,, Florida, United States, 32610
|University of Miami School of Medicine
|Miami, Florida, United States, 33101
|United States, Indiana
|Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University
|Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46202
|United States, Massachusetts
|Joslin Diabetes Center/ Children's Hospital Boston
|Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02215
|United States, Minnesota
|University of Minnesota
|Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 58944
|United States, New York
|Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center, Columbia University
|New York, New York, United States, 10032
|United States, Pennsylvania
|Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
|Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213
|United States, Texas
|University of Texas Medical Center at Dallas
|Dallas, Texas, United States, 75390-8858
|United States, Washington
|Benaroya Research Institute
|Seattle, Washington, United States, 358285
|Australia, Victoria
|Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research
|Parkville, Victoria, Australia, 3050
|Canada, Ontario
|University of Toronto
|Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G-1X8
|University of Turku
|Turku, Finland, FIN-20520
|Vita-Salute San Raffaele University
|Milan, Italy, +39-02-2643 2818
|United Kingdom
|University of Bristol
|Bristol, United Kingdom, BS10 5NB UK
|Study Chair:
|Jay S Skyler, M.D.
|University of Miami
Additional Information:
Publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00105352 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
MMTTGST (IND) (completed)
|First Posted:
|March 14, 2005 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|June 2, 2016
|Last Verified:
|June 2016
Type 1 Diabetes Study Group
type 1 diabetes
juvenile onset diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Diabetes Mellitus
Glucose Metabolism Disorders
Metabolic Diseases
Endocrine System Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases
Immune System Diseases
Gastrointestinal Agents
Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists
Physiological Effects of Drugs


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