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Workplace social media apps might make our work life easier, but similar programs can have detrimental effects on our personal lives. So, should we really be using them at work?
Organisations work hard to create connections and collaboration between their employees. Firms are increasingly embracing social media platforms to encourage this with tools such as Yammer' and 'Workplace' becoming ubiquitous. But as there's an increasing body of research showing the negative effects of social media usage in our personal lives, it might be time to consider whether using these tools at work is similarly damaging?
Social media is a fact of life in most workplaces. Thirty-thousand companies around the world use Workplace by Facebook in the hope it will "promote openness, feedback and diversity to engage employees and drive cultural change".
Subscribers to Yammer, Microsoft's rival platform, are harder to spot as the platform is integrated into Office 365, but a 2012 McKinsey Global Institute study found that 72 per cent of companies were using some form of internal social media to promote communication and collaboration.
The plus side
There are plenty of advocates who point to the benefits social media has brought to our workplaces. In the Harvard Business Review, researchers found that employees who used such platforms were 31 per cent more likely to find colleagues with relevant expertise to complete a task, as well as using the platforms to "make faster decisions, develop more innovative ideas for products and services, and become more engaged in their work and their companies".
Impressed? It gets better: the McKinsey study, which looked at just four industry sectors, argued that maximising the use of social media technologies at work could unlock $1 trillion in value annually.
The benefits are not just clear, they are substantial, inarguable even. Workplace social media platforms are designed on the same principles as their non-work counterparts. Engaging and user-friendly, they provide a constant stream of news, video clips and updates from colleagues across the organisation. Posts can be liked and shared just as they can outside of work.
The dark side
While the above research argues the productivity benefits of social platforms in the workplace, there is an increasing amount of evidence that these exact same features can be very damaging to users in their personal lives.
A 2014 study from the University of Toledo demonstrated the impact Facebook can have, finding an inverse correlation between time spent on the platform and self-esteem; the longer you spend on Facebook, the less likely you are to feel good about yourself.
This is in part because we compare our lives and experiences to those we see online; photos of a friend on holiday can reinforce the fact that we are on the sofa at home, and eating our reheated pasta in front of an Instagram feed of Ottolenghi delights has the same effect.
This in turn is proven to lead to feelings of envy and social isolation, which can be hugely damaging both mentally and physically. And then there's the productivity issue: social media is addictive – it's designed that way – and users can easily spend hours on the platforms, feeling genuine symptoms of withdrawal when they eventually log off.
Those cravings can also be accompanied by a fear of missing out, physical fatigue and depression. These are hardly feelings you want to cultivate in your employees.
To cap it all off, a 2018 study demonstrated that the reverse is true; reducing participants' exposure to social media to ten minutes a day led to a decrease in loneliness and depression.
So, if there is such a large body of research demonstrating the negative impacts of social media, surely it's time to consider all of these findings in a workplace context?
It's not hard to imagine employees spending too much time on social media at work just as they do at home, particularly when many companies encourage the creation of online social groups alongside work-related content.
Anxiety can quickly be generated by looking to see whether or not your boss has "liked" your latest post, or when you notice that peers in your team have more followers or connections than you do.
Work platforms are often used to share positive news about promotions, team achievements or company successes. Managers might, post something to provide updates, or to create a sense of shared success and community. But if you've missed out on a role you applied for, or feel that your pay rise doesn't reflect the wider performance of the firm, then this sort of celebration could easily feel smug and self-congratulatory.
Perhaps your colleague has posted a selfie from their trip to the New York office that you see while you're sitting on the bus on your way to work. Are you going to 'like' that? The main social media platforms had a long honeymoon period before academics seriously studied the potential downside of this new phenomenon that was sweeping the world, and it's only in recent years that this has been comprehensively analysed.
So now it's time to cast an analytical eye onto workplace social media. Much of the writing to date has focused on the potential upside and benefits it brings – like that trillion-dollar McKinsey bounty – and we are still arguably in that same honeymoon phase.
But if we know beyond doubt that social media can be damaging and dangerous to users in their personal lives then surely it's time to think twice about how far we should encourage its use in our workplaces?
To go one step further, if a manager insisted their employees perform activities that were proven to have negative physical and mental side-effects then they would be negligent at best, and at worst, culpable. Social media does exactly that, so we should reconsider how we use it at work.
How does your workplace utilise social media? And does it work? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
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Spouses who can't spend time together often end up unhappy. The constant traveling that comes with being a professional athlete can be problematic to their marriage. In fact, The New York Times reports that 60-80% of "pro" marriages end in divorce. That is higher than the national average of 50% making divorce common for pro athletes.
Besides traveling, a player who turns pro dedicates a lot of time to conditioning, practicing and playing sports. This kind of dedication is the reason why they became a professional player. Unfortunately, spending so much time away from home can be detrimental to their marriage.
Why do pro athletes often get divorced?
When an athlete becomes a professional, they often enjoy celebrity status. There are a lot of perks to being a celebrity athlete. Probably the biggest perk of all is the salary that they earn. Coupled with endorsements for sports drinks and sneakers, professional athletes can provide very well for their families.
Unfortunately, they don't always save that money for their family. Instead, they seek out entertainment on the road. Gambling and excessive spending are not unusual for a pro athlete. The spouse left behind, however, may not take too kindly to the amount of money being carelessly spent.
Temptation is another problem that pro athletes face on the road. They may be unfaithful to their spouse simply because they are lonely. Because gossip spreads like wildfire, it doesn't take long for the spouse at home to hear that their spouse cheated on them.
When divorce is imminent
The lifestyle of pro athletes that frequently travel, does not necessarily bode well for sustaining a marriage. If you are considering divorce, take some time to reflect on the options that are available to you before you make that final decision.

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EVs Aren't Quite Ready To Explore The Wilderness Yet
I saw a tweet by Ford's head of marketing, Mike Levine, recently. In it, he shows a remote campsite, a tent, and the Ford Ranger he used to get there. He's clearly excited about having fun camping, and wanted to show off what he's doing with the vehicle from the company he works for.
This way to the weekend!! pic.twitter.com/Ln0LEyjYb9
— Mike Now at Threads Levine (@mrlevine) April 23, 2021
Unfortunately, I saw a ton of mean-spirited responses to this tweet criticizing him for taking a gas-powered truck into the forest, like this one:
There's one big problem with this sentiment: he drove not only off pavement, but on a rough trail to get to the campsite like he does many weekends. It isn't a place that any EV currently available would get to without damage.
Even Tesla's crossover, the Model X, can't do any semi-serious off-roading. We know this because Bjørn Nyland attempted to go on an off-road test track in his Model X a few years ago. He had some knobby tires on it and put it in "Very High" mode with the air suspension, giving it pretty close to the ground clearance you'd get in a pickup truck. Unfortunately, things didn't go very well:
Having done a fair amount of off-roading myself, I can see that he could have picked some better lines, but there's only so much magic you can get out of carving out a strategic track to follow. In some cases, I even get out on foot to figure out the best way for a vehicle to get through a challenging area and, if it's bad enough, roll down the windows and have an experience off-roader help guide me through.
Sometimes, though, a vehicle can only do so much and a trail can be too much for it. We see him take a second attempt on a better line only to end up more deeply stuck in the mud, so that segment was just too much for the vehicle. He ended up tearing up the front bumper (removing it from the side completely) and losing the fender flare.
Long story short, it wasn't a capable off-road vehicle, it got stuck, and took damage.
Obviously, Tesla didn't build the Model X to do this kind of driving, so we shouldn't be surprised. The takeaway here is that even the better EVs can't do this kind of driving.
Even On Pavement, Camping Can Be Hard In An EV
I've actually been considering an EV to take the family on trips with, and a used Model X is one of the things I'm seriously considering. With 4 kids, a dog, and a need to maybe pull a small trailer, it would be a great option. I probably wouldn't try to take it on the malpais (ancient lava flows that would tear it up worse than a snowy trail), but I've found that some of my favorite camping spots would get me stranded.
One common place I like to go would barely work with the vehicle unloaded. There would be no range for driving around the area while I'm camping, no range for sightseeing, and no range to use the vehicle for powering things. There's no electricity where I camp, so it's not possible to get a charge. There is one level 2 station along the route, so if I drive around, I'd probably need to spend an hour or two charging.
Add a small camper trailer (and this is a conservative estimate), and all bets are off. I can expect to get stranded or spend 3-4 hours at the level 2 charger along the way. When there, the vehicle can't be used to power the camper trailer or be used to do any sightseeing in the area (which is 90% of the reason to even go up there).
I suppose I could bring a generator along, but by that point I'm almost better off just to take a gas-powered vehicle unless I'm going to an RV park with hookups.
But What About Cybertruck, Rivian, & Bollinger?
I saw several people give Mike this one, too.
Let's think this one over for a few seconds. While I'm sure the Cybertruck will make a great vehicle for taking on the rough trails and going camping, the only guy who could take the Cybertruck camping today, in March 2021, is Elon Musk, and that's because he has a prototype. They aren't yet in production, and none have been delivered to the public. This option is a non-starter.
I've seen the Bollinger prototypes in person, and they look like they'd be extremely capable. They are built for this stuff. But, once again, none have been sold yet. Same for Rivian — we've seen prototypes driving around, but none are on the road for the public to enjoy yet.
Electric Ford F150? Same story. Even Mike can't get one to go camp yet, because Ford is still working on them and they're definitely not ready for wilderness duty as of today.
In other words, telling someone to take an EV out to go camping basically means, "Just wait a year or two until there's an EV that can do it." or "Just camp close to the pavement." When someone clearly likes to go out camping, it's extremely awful to expect something like that.
We should let people enjoy things and work on getting them to switch to an EV later when there's something that can do the job.
Let's Not Be Unrealistic Here
The point of all this wasn't to get after Tesla fans for fighting on Twitter, because that's a neverending thing. People are always going to be squabbling on YoTwitFace. Fact of life.
The point here is to ask people to be realistic about expecting other people to use EVs. I agree that everyone should be getting into EVs for their daily driving if they can. It's a great way to protect the environment in terms of both pollution and climate change. I drive a fairly awful Nissan LEAF and use it for nearly all of my daily driving and even some small regional trips.
Am I going to get that thing out deep into the wilderness, though? No way! Its range is too short, and when even just the normal road kills axles, off-roading is clearly out of the question. Even if I buy a Model X (used, because I'm a peasant), that's going to only cover some small camper and tent camping on pavement (which would still be extremely useful!). If I want to go trekking deep into the wilderness on rough trails to camp where few do, there's not a single EV on the market today, at any price, that would give me that capability.
We should encourage EV adoption, but not demand the impossible.
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Habit2 documentation¶
Habit2 (short for habituation) is a software package for the presentation of visual and auditory stimuli to infants and recording looking time (via an observer) to those stimuli. In general, this software is flexible and provides a platform for researchers to conduct infant looking time experiments (e.g., habituation, visual preference, violation of expectation) with visual and auditory stimuli. Researchers can design experiments with still images, movies, sounds, or some combination, as stimuli. The stimuli can be presented on one, two, or three monitors. Stimuli can be presented for a fixed duration or until some criterion is met (e.g., the infant has looked for a specified amount of time, the infant looks away from the stimulus for a specified amount of time). The experiment must involve 1 phase, but may include as many phases as needed by the experimenter. Phases differ in the way trials are defined, how many trials are required to complete the phase, and the particular stimuli presented in the phase.
A wide range of experimental designs is possible with this program. For example, this program can be used to run paired preference experiments, in which infants are presented with the same number of trials; all of the same length, with two stimuli, and their preference (looking time) for the stimuli is recorded. This program also can be used to run familiarization-test experiments, in which a fixed number of trials is presented during the habituation phase followed by test trials. Finally, this program can be used to run habituation experiments in which the familiarization stimuli are presented until infants' looking reaches some criterion specified in the program. Then the test trials are presented. Other configurations are possible depending on the experiment design.
When using the program to run habituation procedures, there are several ways habituation can be defined, or the criteria that are used to determine the end of the habituation phase. When defining a criterion window, the program allows the experimenter to select the number of trials used in the window, whether the criterion window is based on the first or the window with the longest looking, whether the criterion is based on sliding (or overlapping) windows or fixed (or non-overlapping) windows.
The program incorporates several features that will facilitate using it to conduct experiments. Experimental settings are store and can be reused for multiple subjects. You can specify lists of stimuli to be used for different subjects.
In this update, results may be exported to Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, or to an ASCII text file.
This version of the software is an updated version of Habit2000 and HabitX, which was originally developed and distributed by Dr. Les Cohen of the University of Texas. The new version was developed under the direction of Dr. Lisa Oakes at UC Davis, and can be run on intel-based macs and is compatible with mac operating systems 10.10 and above. A windows version is in Beta and will soon be available for broad release.


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How to Introduce Yourself in an Interview?
> How to introduce yourself in an interview?
Introduce Yourself
A lot rides on how you present yourself while introducing yourself. It sets a positive tone for the entire interview.So, learning to get your introduction right is gonna help you.
Yes, we have got to introduce ourselves many a times in many different contexts but introducing oneself in an interview is a skill everyone should know. You have to ensure that your introduction leaves a strong impression. A lot rides on how you present yourself while introducing yourself. It sets a positive tone for the entire interview.So, learning to get your introduction right is gonna help you. If you can get off to a good start, you can feel more confident going into rest of the interview. So, nailing the first introduction is so important when the stakes are high.
Now before going forward let's have a few general tips for Self-introduction:
Wear a smile:
Yes, sunshine is good for your teeth. It increases your face value. You look friendly and confident. With smile, you wear a positive body language. Your first impression starts here
so ensure that you get it right.
Greet Interviewer:
A simple hello and handshake with the person who'll be interviewing you showcases your manners. Just give a quick introduction while extending the hand for handshake.
For example, you can say..
Hi, I'm Nishant. Thanks for inviting me to meet you today.
Confidence is the key:
Communicate your qualities confidently and clearly. Talk about your qualities and personality but don't sound arrogant. Please don't say "I am an extraordinary person", "I am exceptionally gifted", "I am so cool" etc. That looks so funny, arrogant or self-absorbed. Read about the company, Job profile and rehearse well before arriving at any interview.
Don't overdo it:
While talking about skills, achievements, certificates or awards, specify only relevant ones that you believe the hiring manager will value. Remember, you shouldn't take
more than a minute for introduction. Let's not bore the interviewer with unnecessary details.
Now, let's talk about what your self-introduction for interview should cover
Begin by Greeting the Interviewer. Start with your full name and a brief introduction about yourself. You can also add a brief detail about your family but keep it very short. Remember, this is your interview, so you don't need to talk about your family at length.
Talk about Educational Qualifications
Give a brief account of your educational background and Achievements. Do not list all the courses and certifications you have done. Just include those which are relevant to the specific job profile. For example, if you are in an interview for the profile of 'digital marketing', a certificate or award for Content Marketing, Content writing or Digital Advertising is worth mentioning.
Highlight your Professional training or Work Experience
If you are a fresher, talk about professional training, projects or internships. Highlight the challenges you faced and skills you gained. And if you are an experienced candidate,
pick the most relevant experience and talk how you dealt with challenging situations and handled tight deadlines.
Mention your other Interests
You can also talk about your hobbies. Just make sure to showcase your qualities and personality while mentioning your hobbies. For example, you can say I love playing Cricket.
I have played many tournaments and won many awards as well. It helps me become focused and makes me a better team player.
So now, let me give you a few examples to help you frame your own answer
Example for Fresher
First of all, thank you for giving me this wonderful opportunity to introduce myself.
My name is Pradeep Singh and I have completed my B.Tech in Computer Science with an overall CGPA of 7.5 from Pune University.
I did my schooling from CBSE board and scored 85% in 12th class and 75% in 10th standard.
Coming to my family background, my father teaches Hindi at a government school, and my mother is a homemaker. I have a younger brother studying in the 12th standard.
Currently, I am also working to improve my mobile app development skills.
Along with technical skills, I have good communication skills that I feel are necessary to accomplish daily responsibilities effectively.
I also have internship experience at XYZ company and gained real-world skills.
Coming to my other interest, I love playing Cricket and have played many tournaments. I believe, it helps me relieve stress and stay focused.
Example for Experienced
First of all, thank you for giving me this wonderful opportunity to introduce myself.
My name is Pradeep Singh. I completed my B.Tech in Computer Science in 2010 from Pune University. In my 10 years of experience, I have worked as a software developer, senior software engineer and team leader. I have acquired experience in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
Currently, supervising and leading a team of 8 developers who are working on the multiple software projects simultaneously.
I have an excellent ability to read code and suggest changes to make the project error free. I have been recognized consistently for leadership with reputation for innovative and creative problem solving skills.
I believe, my skills can be valuable to your company.
So, by now you have whole list of ideas that you can start building your own answer around. Just make sure your sentences flow together, fluent and sound natural
as you introduce yourself.
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1.5E: Exercises for Section 1.4
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- 25916
In exercises 1 - 6, use the horizontal line test to determine whether each of the given graphs is one-to-one.
- Answer
- Not one-to-one
- Answer
- Not one-to-one
- Answer
- One-to-one
In exercises 7 - 12,
a. find the inverse function, and
b. find the domain and range of the inverse function.
7) \(f(x)=x^2−4, \quad x≥0\)
- Answer
- a. \(f^{−1}(x)=\sqrt{x+4}\)
b. Domain: \(x≥−4,\) Range: \(y≥0\)
8) \(f(x)=\sqrt[3]{x−4}\)
9) \(f(x)=x^3+1\)
- Answer
- a. \(f^{−1}(x)=\sqrt[3]{x−1}\)
b. Domain: all real numbers, Range: all real numbers
10) \(f(x)=(x−1)^2, \quad x≤1\)
11) \(f(x)=\sqrt{x−1}\)
- Answer
- a. \(f^{−1}(x)=x^2+1\),
b. Domain: \(x≥0,\) Range: \(y≥1\)
12) \(f(x)=\dfrac{1}{x+2}\)
In exercises 13 - 16, use the graph of \(f\) to sketch the graph of its inverse function.
- Answer
- Answer
In exercises 17 - 24, use composition to determine which pairs of functions are inverses.
17) \(f(x)=8x, \quad g(x)=\dfrac{x}{8}\)
- Answer
- These are inverses.
18) \(f(x)=8x+3, \quad g(x)=\dfrac{x-3}{8}\)
19) \(f(x)=5x−7, \quad g(x)=\dfrac{x+5}{7}\)
- Answer
- These are not inverses.
20) \(f(x)=\frac{2}{3}x+2, \quad g(x)=\frac{3}{2}x+3\)
21) \(f(x)=\dfrac{1}{x−1}, \;x≠1, \quad g(x)=\dfrac{1}{x}+1,\; x≠0\)
- Answer
- These are inverses.
22) \(f(x)=x^3+1,\quad g(x)=(x−1)^{1/3}\)
23) \(f(x)=x^2+2x+1,\; x≥−1, \quad g(x)=−1+\sqrt{x},\; x≥0\)
- Answer
- These are inverses.
24) \(f(x)=\sqrt{4−x^2},\; 0≤x≤2, \quad g(x)=\sqrt{4−x^2},\; 0≤x≤2\)
In exercises 25 - 33, evaluate the functions. Give the exact value.
25) \(\tan^{−1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{3}\right)\)
- Answer
- \(\frac{π}{6}\)
26) \(\cos^{−1}\left(−\frac{\sqrt{2}}{2}\right)\)
27) \(\cot^{−1}(1)\)
- Answer
- \(\frac{π}{4}\)
28) \(\sin^{−1}(−1)\)
29) \(\cos^{−1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}\right)\)
- Answer
- \(\frac{π}{6}\)
30) \(\cos\big(\tan^{−1}(\sqrt{3})\big)\)
31) \(\sin\left(\cos^{−1}\left(\frac{\sqrt{2}}{2}\right)\right)\)
- Answer
- \(\frac{\sqrt{2}}{2}\)
32) \(\sin^{−1}\left(\sin\left(\frac{π}{3}\right)\right)\)
33) \(\tan^{−1}\left(\tan\left(−\frac{π}{6}\right)\right)\)
- Answer
- \(-\frac{π}{6}\)
34) The function \(C=T(F)=(5/9)(F−32)\) converts degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius.
a) Find the inverse function \(F=T^{−1}(C)\)
b) What is the inverse function used for?
35) [T] The velocity \(V\) (in centimeters per second) of blood in an artery at a distance \(x\) cm from the center of the artery can be modeled by the function \(V=f(x)=500(0.04−x^2)\) for \(0≤x≤0.2.\)
a) Find \(x=f^{−1}(V).\)
b) Interpret what the inverse function is used for.
c) Find the distance from the center of an artery with a velocity of 15 cm/sec, 10 cm/sec, and 5 cm/sec.
- Answer
- a. \(x=f^{−1}(V)=\sqrt{0.04−\dfrac{V}{500}}\)
b. The inverse function determines the distance from the center of the artery at which blood is flowing with velocity \(V.\)
c. 0.1 cm; 0.14 cm; 0.17 cm
36) A function that converts dress sizes in the United States to those in Europe is given by \(D(x)=2x+24.\)
a) Find the European dress sizes that correspond to sizes 6, 8, 10, and 12 in the United States.
b) Find the function that converts European dress sizes to U.S. dress sizes.
c) Use part b. to find the dress sizes in the United States that correspond to 46, 52, 62, and 70.
37) [T] The cost to remove a toxin from a lake is modeled by the function \(C(p)=\dfrac{75p}{85−p},\) where \(C\) is the cost (in thousands of dollars) and \(p\) is the amount of toxin in a small lake (measured in parts per billion [ppb]). This model is valid only when the amount of toxin is less than 85 ppb.
a) Find the cost to remove 25 ppb, 40 ppb, and 50 ppb of the toxin from the lake.
b) Find the inverse function.
c) Use part b. to determine how much of the toxin is removed for $50,000.
- Answer
- a. $31,250, $66,667, $107,143
b. \(p=\dfrac{85C}{C+75}\)
c. 34 ppb
38) [T] A race car is accelerating at a velocity given by \(v(t)=\frac{25}{4}t+54,\)
where \(v\) is the velocity (in feet per second) at time \(t.\)
a) Find the velocity of the car at 10 sec.
b) Find the inverse function.
c) Use part b. to determine how long it takes for the car to reach a speed of 150 ft/sec.
39) [T] An airplane's Mach number \(M\) is the ratio of its speed to the speed of sound. When a plane is flying at a constant altitude, then its Mach angle is given by \(μ=2\sin^{−1}\left(\frac{1}{M}\right).\)
Find the Mach angle (to the nearest degree) for the following Mach numbers.
a. \(μ=1.4\)
b. \(μ=2.8\)
c. \(μ=4.3\)
- Answer
- a. \(\sim 92°\) b. \(\sim 42°\) c. \(\sim 27°\)
40) [T] Using \(μ=2\sin^{−1}\left(\frac{1}{M}\right)\), find the Mach number M for the following angles.
a. \(μ=\frac{π}{6}\)
b. \(μ=\frac{2π}{7}\)
c. \(μ=\frac{3π}{8}\)
41) [T] The temperature (in degrees Celsius) of a city in the northern United States can be modeled by the function
where \(x\) is time in months and \(x=1.00\) corresponds to January 1. Determine the month and day when the temperature is \(21°C.\)
- Answer
- \(x≈6.69,\, 8.51\); so, the temperature occurs on June 21 and August 15
42) [T] The depth (in feet) of water at a dock changes with the rise and fall of tides. It is modeled by the function \(D(t)=5\sin\left(\frac{π}{6}t−\frac{7π}{6}\right)+8,\) where \(t\) is the number of hours after midnight. Determine the first time after midnight when the depth is \(11.75\) ft.
43) [T] An object moving in simple harmonic motion is modeled by the function \(s(t)=−6\cos\left(\dfrac{πt}{2}\right),\) where \(s\) is measured in inches and \(t\) is measured in seconds. Determine the first time when the distance moved is \(4.5\) in.
- Answer
- \(\sim 1.5\) sec
44) [T] A local art gallery has a portrait 3 ft in height that is hung 2.5 ft above the eye level of an average person. The viewing angle \(θ\) can be modeled by the function \(θ=\tan^{−1}\frac{5.5}{x}−\tan^{−1}\frac{2.5}{x}\), where \(x\) is the distance (in feet) from the portrait. Find the viewing angle when a person is 4 ft from the portrait.
45) [T] Use a calculator to evaluate \(\tan^{−1}(\tan(2.1))\) and \(\cos^{−1}(\cos(2.1))\). Explain the results of each.
- Answer
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By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The Secretary of Energy has advised me that the continued reduction in world crude oil production has resulted in a national energy supply shortage constituting a severe energy supply interruption as defined in Section 3 (8) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6202 (8)). The Secretary based his conclusion on the fact that current and projected imports of crude oil and petroleum products, plus available stocks, are not adequate to meet normal demand and that shortages of essential fuels have begun to have a major adverse impact on the economy with the possibility of more severe impacts occurring in the future. Recent shortages of gasoline in some areas of the Nation and the current inadequate levels of heating oil stocks have underscored the seriousness of the situation and demonstrate that action must be taken now to conserve available supplies of petroleum.
On the basis of the Secretary's report, and other information available to me, I hereby find and determine, in accordance with Sections 201(b) and 3(8) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6261 (b), 6202(8)), the existence of a national energy supply shortage constituting a severe energy supply interruption, which:
(A) is of significant scope and duration and of an emergency nature;
(B) may cause major adverse impact on national safety or the national economy; and
(C) has resulted from an interruption in the supply of imported petroleum products.
I further find that implementation of the Emergency Building Temperature Restrictions, Energy Conservation Contingency Plan No. 2, is required by the severe energy supply interruption. This Plan was transmitted by me to the Congress on March 1, 1979, and approved by a resolution of each House (S. Res. 122, 125 Cong. Rec. S 5135 (May 2, 1979); H. Res. 209, 125 Cong. Rec. H 3018 May 10, 1979)), which resolutions have been transmitted to me by the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. Those resolutions were received by me on May 4 and May 15, 1979, respectively.
Now, Therefore, I, Jimmy Carter, President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, including Section 201(b) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6261(b) ), do hereby proclaim that:
SECTION 1. A severe energy supply interruption, as defined in Section 3(8) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6202 (8)) currently exists with respect to the supply of imported crude oil and petroleum products.
SEC. 2. This finding shall be immediately transmitted to the Congress.
SEC. 3. The provisions of the Emergency Building Temperature Restrictions, Energy Conservation Contingency Plan No. 2 (44 FR 12911 of March 8, 1979), shall become effective as of July 16, 1979.
SEC. 4. In accordance with the provisions of the Plan, the Secretary of Energy is hereby authorized to issue regulations for the purpose of implementing the Energy Conservation Contingency Plan No. 2 and to administer the program in all respects.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of July, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred seventy-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourth.
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Your support and attendance at this fun evening will support the creation of media that builds and inspires the dream of a new generation. All proceeds from this event will go to the making of the 1st episode in El Nido, Philippines. More info here.
We are happy to create an enjoyable evening for you while sharing more about the mission of this the foundation. Thank you for being a part of this important event!
Every purchase will receive a tax deduction letter for the value of your donation.
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Each guest will receive a gift bag as a thanks for your support.
Thank you for attending this intimate Gala to benefit the foundation so that we may continue to build the dream of a new world.
My Generation will be launching an inspirational documentary that reaches a global audience with a positive, fun, and entertaining message. This film is designed to stimulate a cheerful response that results in people taking action and loving the benefits!
The filming is taking place in the geographical wonder, El Nido, Philippines. The cast is a collection of people from around the world, discovering the area, culture of the people, and also the experience of helping bring charitable giving to people in poverty. The cast testifies to their heartfelt enthusiasm and better understanding of how easily a little change can change a lot.
Building the dream of a new world is working with the power of multimedia & film. In this episode, Encinitas, CA. Rotary Club will be hosting a humanitarian event to bring solar light to children and families living and doing school work in the dark. This is crucial for students as most schools in the Philippines are still doing at home learning. Many students have given up school altogether as it is hard enough without the added difficulty of trying to read and write in the dark. Rotary will bring light to these students so they can continue to learn and not lose hope! My Generation's volunteer staff will work with a local Filipino crew and talent to produce a show that will act as a catalyst to bring more funding and support to Rotary and many other charitable organizations around the world.
My Generation Foundation has the potential of changing the way people see themselves in a relationship with one another and our planet. Building the dream is our mission... and it works!
Hannah Espia (Filipino Grammy Winner) will direct and produce this first one of a kind film. The film will include some scenes from a free concert given to local people in the area, people who have never experienced a live concert. The songs will be a celebration of peace, love, and global unity. A celebrity guest artist will also appear to join the team to show their support for the cause.
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Online lottery is a growing industry that is fueled by advances in Internet technology. Online lottery games use a central computer, further connected through a telecommunication network, to allow players to place bets and win prizes. Unlike traditional lotteries, which are played in brick-and-mortar stores and require you to travel a long distance to play, online lottery websites can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
Online lotteries also offer a variety of options that can increase your odds of winning. For example, some games allow you to buy more tickets than others, which can significantly improve your chances of winning the jackpot. You can also join a lottery syndicate, which is a group of people that pool their money and purchase more tickets than they would individually. This is a great way to increase your chances of winning, and it can also make the lottery more affordable.
Before you play an online lottery, be sure to read the rules and regulations carefully. It is important to choose a site that is licensed and regulated by your state, as well as one that offers security features like two-factor authentication. This will ensure that your personal and financial information are secure and that you can get your winnings promptly if you happen to win.
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There are many different online lottery games, and it is important to choose the right one for your needs. Some are designed for beginners, while others are more advanced and feature multiple ways to win. Whether you are looking for a quick way to win big or want to play for a lifetime, there is an online lottery game that is perfect for you.
The first step in playing an online lottery is creating an account. Depending on the site, this may include creating a username and password or submitting a form with your personal details. After this, you can proceed to purchase a ticket. Once your transaction is complete, you will receive an email with a ticket number and a confirmation of your purchase. Most online lotteries will use geolocation to verify your identity and ensure that you are located in the country where the lottery is conducted.
Online lottery games are becoming increasingly popular in the United States. Although only a handful of states have authorized them so far, this trend is likely to continue as more people become comfortable with playing these games. In addition, these sites are more convenient and accessible than ever before. Some offer special promotions and rewards programs to lure customers, while others provide secure and reliable payment systems. In order to find a good lottery site, you should look for a company that has a strong track record and a user-friendly website. Also, be sure to check out the site's payout record. A reputable lottery site will have a high payout record and will pay its winners quickly. In addition, it should be easy to navigate and not be cluttered with ads.


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What is programme innovation and Climate Action?
Programme Innovation and Climate Action in DRC accelerate new ways of working, better impact and sustainable paths for the people we work for, and aim to make a strategic contribution to the humanitarian eco-system that DRC is part of. Working with wicked problems, new trends, and new approaches - DRC programme innovation support pilot, transition and scale of new solutions using technological advances, new insights and new partnerships.


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Herpes virus cures terminal cancer
UK Scientists at the Institute of Cancer Research have developed a new therapy to kill cancer cells and strengthen the immune system with a genetically modified herpes virus.
The study, published on September 23, revealed that a genetically modified virus called RP2 was injected directly into the tumor, thereby multiplying and disrupting cancer cells from within. The virus can also block a protein called CTLA-4 that weakens the immune system. From there, the body has more chances to fight cancer. In addition, RP2 also produces molecules that activate the immune system to fight the disease.
The therapy has been tested in 39 cancer patients, including skin, esophageal, head and neck cancers. Volunteers failed to respond to other treatments.
In early trials, the tumors of 25% of volunteers with late-stage cancer stopped growing, shrunk or disappeared altogether.
Krzysztof Wojkowski, 39, was one of the trial participants. Since completing treatment in 2020, his disease has not recurred. He received injections every two weeks for a year to completely eliminate the cancer.
"I was told I had no other choice and was receiving my last form of therapy. I have been cancer free for two years now. This is truly a miracle, there are no other words to describe it. I can go back to work and spend time with my family," he said.
Herpes simplex is a common infectious virus that is present in many people without causing any problems. The researchers looked at biopsies of patients before and after RP2 injections. They noticed positive changes in the "immune environment" of the tumor and its surrounding areas.
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Following injection, the drug produces many immune cells, including CD8+ T cells and genes that trigger an anti-cancer immune response.
The team said the side effects of RP2 were mild. The most common reactions were fever, chills, and fatigue. No patient required medical intervention.
Professor Kristian Helin, CEO of the Institute of Cancer Research, London, said: "Viruses are one of humanity's oldest enemies. However, our new research shows how to exploit them. properties that make them fight infectious agents, thereby killing cancer cells. This is a small, but promising study."
According to Kevin Harrington, professor of biological cancer therapies at the Institute of Cancer Research, the genetically engineered virus can directly attack cancer cells from within, while also calling on the immune system. against them.
"It's rare that a clinical trial has such a good response rate in the early stages. Because our main purpose is just to test safety," Mr. Harrington said.
Preliminary findings suggest that the genetically engineered herpes virus could become a new treatment option for some patients with late-stage cancer who have not responded to other treatments.
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Friday 20 April 2018
New Challenge at Fussy and Fancy - Winnie Fairy Sparkle
Good morning,
Wow, what gorgeous weather we have had here in the south of the U.K. this week. I hope you have had a good week, just a few more hours and it will be the weekend yay!
We have a new challenge at Fussy and Fancy today and its my turn to host for the next couple of weeks, so I have chosen the theme....
Add a Die Cut
I was very lucky to go to Ally Pally a couple of weeks ago and bought a few Polkadoodles stamps to try out as well as a few other things:)
This little sweetie is called 'Winnie Fairy Sparkle' and I have coloured her with distress reinkers. I added a small amount of frantage around the outside of the image and some stardust stickles to her wand.
You can just about make out some cheesecloth which I've placed underneath the image.
I've cut a few new dies which I also bought at Ally Pally.On the left hand side is a LDRS crown glory border die. The corner die comes in a pack of four by Robert Addams and the die peeping out underneath the flowers on the right hand side is a Fantasy die. The butterfly is an old Joy Crafts die.
The flowers, pearl string, lace and ribbon are from my crafty stash.
DI list:
Skin: Vintage Photo, Tattered Rose, Worn Lipstick
Hair: Antique Linen, Walnut Stain
Dress: Victorian Velvet, Aged Mahogany
Wings: Weathered Wood
Teddy: Gathered Twigs
Flowers: Victorian Velvet, Weathered Wood
The winner will join us in an upcoming challenge.
That's all from me today.
Have a fabulous weekend.
Thank you for popping in.
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Donald G. Harris, 90, passed away in Crosslake, Minnesota. He was born June 16, 1930 in Rockford, Illinois to Donald C. and Eva (Robertson) Harris. He was a graduate of East High School in 1948 and then served in the U.S. Navy from 1948-1952.
In 1954 Donald married Barbara Briggs and enjoyed 55 years with her before her passing in 2009. Donald was employed at Nelson and Storm Tool Supply for 40 years. He was a former member of the Tebala Shrine.
Survivors include son; Duke (Judy) Harris of Remer, Minnesota, daughter; DeAnn (Dan) Block of Thompson Falls, Montana ; six grandchildren; Teresa Harris of Shoreview, Minnesota, Adam Harris of Cissna Park, Illinois, Nathan (Ashley) Block of Thompson Falls, Montana, Sarah (Nigel) McGuire of Plymouth, Minnesota, Callie (Brandon) Piane of Florence, Montana, Stephen Block of Kalispell, Montana and six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara, his parents and his great granddaughter Ava.
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FCA commits to wholesale data improvements
A new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) report has found that competition in some parts of the wholesale data market is not working as well as it should.
Among the findings, the report found:
- Some trading markets are concentrated among a few firms so there is little choice for users not to buy this important data and switching supplier is not an easy option.
- The way data is sold can be complex, making it harder for data users to make informed choices.
- Complexity and limited choice result in additional costs to data users. These are likely to be passed on to UK retail investors and savers.
- Despite rules in place requiring delayed data to be distributed for free, many users end up with little choice but to pay for data.
As a result of the findings, the FCA has launched a market study amid concerns that competition in other types of wholesale data markets may not be as effective as they should be and will investigate whether the markets for benchmarks, credit ratings data and market data vendor services are working well.
OCC issues latest CRA performance stats
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has released its latest list of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) performance evaluations that became public between period of February 1, 2023, through February 28, 2023. The list contains only national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches of foreign banks that have received ratings. The possible ratings are outstanding, satisfactory, needs to improve, and substantial noncompliance.
Of the 22 evaluations made public this month, 17 are rated satisfactory, and five are rated outstanding.
PRA: regulatory foundations of international competitiveness and growth
In her speech 'The Regulatory Foundations of International Competitiveness and Growth', Vicky Saporta, Executive Director of the PRA talks about what a new secondary competitiveness and growth objective will mean for how the PRA makes rules.
The Financial Services and Markets Bill, currently being debated, will redefine the PRA's powers and responsibilities. The Bill would give the PRA a new secondary objective which would require them to act when we can to facilitate the UK economy's international competitiveness and its growth over the medium to long term, subject to alignment with international standards. Saporta stresses the importance of good regulation from trusted public institutions and outlines three areas for the PRA to focus on:
- The PRA will make rules that harness the UK's strengths as a global financial centre
- The PRA will act to maintain trust
- The PRA will tailor our rules to the UK
SEC charges Ontrak chairman Terren Peizer with insider trading
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Terren S. Peizer, Executive Chairman of the Santa Monica, California-based healthcare treatment company Ontrak Inc, with insider trading for selling more than $20 million of Ontrak stock between May and August 2021 while in possession of material nonpublic negative information related to the company's largest customer.
According to the SEC's complaint, prior to May 2021, when Peizer established a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan in the name of Acuitas Group Holdings, LLC, his investment vehicle, to sell Ontrak stock, he had learned that Ontrak's relationship with its then-largest customer—representing more than half its revenue—was tenuous. Nevertheless, Peizer attested at the time that he was unaware of any material nonpublic information concerning the company, executed the 10b5-1 plan, and sold nearly 600,000 of Ontrak shares worth more than $19.2 million. In August 2021, the complaint alleges, Peizer learned the same relationship was on the verge of being terminated, which prompted him to adopt a second Rule 10b5-1 trading plan and sell 45,000 more shares of stock worth more than $1.9 million.
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Stocks plodded along last week, following three consecutive weeks of drops for the S&P 500.
Heightened volatility and daily swings have once again become the norm with investors looking towards data and market news to help determine if the Fed will raise rates again. Also putting pressure on stocks this week was the Federal Trade Commission and 17 state attorneys general suing Amazon on antitrust grounds. This hindered the broader tech sector and major indices. Data was light on the week. Durable goods orders clocked in at a 0.2% month-over-month increase in August, reversing a sharp decline the previous month. Personal spending and income data both rose by 0.4%, matching economist expectations. Helping boost stocks on Friday initially was the Fed's favorite inflation measure, the Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, which only increased by 0.1%. This was below last month's reading and below market predictions, helping investors believe that the Fed may continue to pause once again at its next FOMC meeting.
Heading into the first trading week of October, investors should remain cautious as the month is known for being one of the worst for equities. Setting potential downside off could be the plethora of important market data on the week. Starting on Monday, the ISM Manufacturing PMI, which rose to 47.6 last month, is expected to increase to 48.9. Despite an increase, the metric still shows that manufacturing activity is in the contraction phase. But the increase may add fuel to the fire for the Fed to undertake another rate hike. Also contributing to a potential rate hike could be the ISM Services PMI report on Wednesday. The metric is estimated to come in around 54 in September after unexpectedly jumping to 54.5 in August. Investors will also be keen to focus on the week's labor market data. This includes the JOLTS Report on Tuesday, which is expected to show available jobs of 8.6 million in August compared to 8.8 million in July. On Friday, we'll also get to see the latest unemployment rate. After hitting a decade-low of 3.5% in July, the number spiked to 3.8% for August. Thanks to the robust job market, analysts now predict the number will hover around the same level.
Given this economic backdrop, let us see how this impacts the performance of various investment strategies.
Investment Strategy Scorecard
Overall, the U.S. stock markets were down for the rolling month.
Several cannabis and energy-based strategies continue to outperform others on a rolling month basis. At the same time, strategies focused on growth and long-duration bonds struggled.
U.S Equity Strategies
None of the key U.S equity strategies posted positive performance over the trailing one month, with large-cap growth strategies struggling the most.
- BNY Mellon Dynamic Value Fund (DRGVX) , down -1.68%
- Spyglass Growth Fund (SPYGX), down -1.76%
- Schwab Fundamental U.S. Large Company Index ETF (FNDX) , down -3.6%
- First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF (FPX), down -3.72%
- SPDR® S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF (SLYV) , down -6.26%
- iShares Micro-Cap ETF (IWC), down -6.64%
- Allspring Premier Large Company Growth Fund (WFPDX) , down -16.8%
- Wells Fargo Premier Large Company Growth Fund (EKJAX), down -17.26%
Dividend Strategies
None of the key dividend strategies posted positive performance over the trailing one month.
- Principal Global Diversified Income Fund (PGBAX) , down -1.97%
- Thornburg Investment Income Builder Fund (TIBAX), down -2.06%
- Invesco BuyBack Achievers ETF (PKW) , down -2.6%
- WisdomTree U.S. High Dividend Fund (DHS), down -3.01%
- Principal Small-MidCap Dividend Income Fund (PMDIX) , down -5.68%
- ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (SDOG), down -6.73%
- HCM Dividend Sector Plus Fund (HCMNX) , down -6.74%
- Invesco High Yield Equity Dividend Achievers™ ETF (PEY), down -6.93%
U.S. Fixed Income Strategies
In US fixed income, floating rate strategies continue to post marginal gains over the last trailing month, with longer duration strategies struggling the most.
- ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury (TBF) , up 7.94%
- iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF (FLOT), up 0.59%
- Franklin Floating Rate Daily Access Fund (FCFRX) , up 0.52%
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In India, cricket is more than just a game; it is deeply loved. India has had several standout performers over the years, including the historic World Cup victories in 1983 and 2011, as well as participation in all 12 World Cups.
In India, cricket is more than just a game; it is deeply loved. India has had several standout performers over the years, including the historic World Cup victories in 1983 and 2011, as well as participation in all 12 World Cups.
Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid was an essential part of India's batting lineup and was dubbed "The Wall" for his strong defence. In five World Cups, he amassed 860 runs at a respectable average of 61.43. India's victory was greatly influenced by Dravid's capacity to lead the inning and act as a team player.
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The Indian team will be led by Rohit Sharma at the next World Cup. Rohit has only appeared in 2 World Cups (from 2015 to 2019), yet in those 17 innings, he has scored 978 runs at an astounding average of 65.20. Rohit is the World Cup's quickest player to six tonnes and has a record-equaling six centuries to his credit. He will be hoping to skip the wait and enter the upcoming mega event's record books on his own.
Sourav Ganguly
In addition to being a flamboyant captain, Sourav Ganguly, better known as "Dada," was one of India's best batsmen. In three World Cups, he scored 1,006 runs, including a remarkable 244-run partnership with Sachin Tendulkar in the 2003 World Cup match against Namibia. Throughout his World Cup career, Ganguly struck 4 century and boasted a strong average of 55.88. India was guided by his guidance to the South Africa 2003 World Cup final, where they lost against Australia.
Virat Kohli
One of the greats of the current era is Virat Kohli, the former captain of the Indian team. On India's list of World Cup run scorers, Kohli is ranked second. Despite playing in only three World Cups, Kohli has 1,030 runs at an incredible average of 46.81 in 26 games. His consistency is seen from his six fifties and two centuries during the competition.
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[B]oth candidates for the U.S. presidency in 2008 [Barack Obama & John McCain] offered, or felt the need to offer, a rebuke to a Supreme Court ruling that overturned the death penalty for certain kinds of sex with children, even though these crimes did not involve homicide and, upon closer inspection, did not have to involve violence, rape, or even actual contact (Andriette, 2008). [...]
In November 2007, two teenagers killed a 26-year-old man, who was on Michigan's registry for sex with a 14-year-old girl when he was 17. The killers lured the man to a garage, where he was stabbed to death and decapitated (Fox News, 2007). [...]
In some jurisdictions, the resulting inability of sex offenders to find housing can itself be grounds for declaring that they have not legally registered and must therefor go back to prison indefinitely. In August 2007, an offender from Augusta, Georgia, was convicted of failing to register for the second time, an offense carrying a mandatory life sentence. His failure to register, though, emanated from a Georgia law requiring a permanent address for registration, but he could not find one in Augusta that conformed to the legal requirement that it be 1,000 feet away from any church, school, park, swimming pool, school bus stop, or day care center (Dewan, 2007). He was not the only one: in December of the same year, a man from Atlanta also received a mandatory life sentence for trying, but failing to register a second time. His original offense was having consensual sex with a 15-year-old girl when he was 19 (Rankin, 2008). [...]
In Louisiana, as Andriette noted, an 18-year-old woman giving oral sex to a boy just shy of his 13th birthday, for whom she was babysitting and who was complicit in the sex act, would have been eligible for the death penalty before the Supreme Court ruling. Even after the ruling, she would still be subject to mandatory life in prison without parole. In Oklahoma, a 2006 law elevated "lewd molestation" with someone under 14 to a death-qualified level, such that looking upon a minor lewdly or lasciviously could put an adult at risk for this punishment. Chatting online with someone purporting to be a minor, but actually an adult, could also result in the death penalty.
Given the unabated public outrage over sex offenders, along with the ever-increasing dehumanizing treatments of them detailed in this review and the tenuousness of Court's 5-4 decision, it is not hard to imagine that death sentences could eventually be imposed for acts that in the past might have resulted merely in probation. Hilberg's (2003) documentation of the transformation of German Jews in the 1930s from people with rights, to sub-humans with sharply limited rights, and finally to anti-humans requiring urgent elimination, arguably has parallels with the transformation if the modern sex offender.
It is not the purpose or intention of this article to defend or excuse the sexual acts of the persons labeled "sex offenders," but to confront the reader with the flip side of the offender's victimizing, which is the demonology that has emerged with respect to him (or her). A set of legal and social centered on demonology speaks not of any real progress, but of a dangerous backwardness not befitting a civilized society in the twenty-first century.
source: Article 'The Sex Offender System: Punishing homo sacar, the New Internal Enemy' by Thomas K. Hubbard; From the book 'Censoring Sex Research - The Debate over Male Intergenerational Relations' edited by Thomas K. Hubbard & Beert Verstraete; Left Coast Press, Walnut Creek, CA; 2013
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Garg, N., Taylor, A.J. and Kelly, D.J. orcid.org/0000-0002-0770-6845 (2018) Bacterial periplasmic nitrate and trimethylamine-N-oxide respiration coupled to menaquinol-cytochrome c reductase (Qcr): implications for electrogenic reduction of alternative electron acceptors. Scientific Reports, 8. 15478. ISSN 2045-2322
The periplasmic reduction of the electron acceptors nitrate (Em +420 mV) and trimethylamine-N-oxide (TMAO; Em +130 mV) by Nap and Tor reductases is widespread in Gram-negative bacteria and is usually considered to be driven by non-energy conserving quinol dehydrogenases. The Epsilonproteobacterium Campylobacter jejuni can grow by nitrate and TMAO respiration and it has previously been assumed that these alternative pathways of electron transport are independent of the proton-motive menaquinol-cytochrome c reductase complex (QcrABC) that functions in oxygen-linked respiration. Here, we show that a qcrABC deletion mutant is completely deficient in oxygen-limited growth on both nitrate and TMAO and is unable to reduce these oxidants with physiological electron donors. As expected, the mutant grows normally on fumarate under oxygen-limited conditions. Thus, the periplasmic Nap and Tor reductases receive their electrons via QcrABC in C. jejuni, explaining the general absence of NapC and TorC quinol dehydrogenases in Epsilonproteobacteria. Moreover, the specific use of menaquinol (Em -75 mV) coupled with a Qcr complex to drive reduction of nitrate or TMAO against the proton-motive force allows the process to be electrogenic with a H+/2e- ratio of 2. The results have general implications for the role of Qcr complexes in bacterial oxygen-independent respiration and growth.
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Have you heard the joke about the online college student who bored her professors to sleep with every word that she wrote? Chances are you haven't because there's nothing funny about a boring writer. Nevertheless, the "boring" dilemma seems to arise a lot when people write informative essays. Most assume that to relay information, they have to be bland writers. The truth is that informative essays can actually be fun if they are written well enough. There are subtle things that can be changed within an essay that turns it from dull to enjoyable without losing the integrity of the information. I ought to know, seeing that I write for a living. Here are a few tricks I learned during my time in writing and throughout my career that may help you spunk up an otherwise boring college essay.
Defining "Fun" in an Essay
First, you have to realize that having a "fun" essay doesn't necessarily mean that there has to be a joke or humor throughout the piece. Humor is a great tool, but a lot of times it isn't appropriate for the audience. An essay written for CEOs of a major corporation would lose its significance if it had jokes scattered within its paragraphs. If the audience is informal enough to laugh at the humor and still understand the overall information, then, by all means, make the essay a little funny. For most audiences though, other means of "fun" need to be explored.
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One great way that a writer can keep his audience entertained is by providing examples that break up some of the information. This reestablishes the point he was making in the preceding sentences and gives the audience a second to think about all the information they have been reading. Though an example may not seem like much "fun," it can be just the thing that makes someone enjoy an essay. Not only does it clarify any questionable information, but it also relaxes the mind of the reader – even if it's just for a moment.
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Another way to introduce a little fun into an informative essay is to write it with some informality. A writer can use contractions and conjunctions where he or she may not have normally put them to make the essay a more reader-friendly. This technique doesn't work in every situation, especially not when writing for a formal audience. When it's fitting though, lessening the formality of the language can be quite successful because it helps the writer relate a little better to his audience. An informative essay can transform from a manual to a tutorial by simply making the writing less formal.
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There are some rare instances when the hypocrisy in a statement or the blatant ignorance of it makes for good humor. You can insert academic humor into your writing, and that will actually make you look more intelligent as a whole. If you can't identify a joke like this though, don't even try to do this. You'll end up looking stupid, rather than brilliant.
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Having a fun informative essay may not work for everyone, but it's an option that most people don't consider even when it does fit. Humor, good examples, and informality are great options if the audience can be accepting. It all depends on who the essay is written for. Information doesn't always have to be written in a boring way. An essay can be both enjoyable and educational without having to change too much about the style. A long as a writer tries to establish a genuine connection with his audience, there should be no problem incorporating some "fun" into an informative essay.


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Vayikra 5783 – Is it Real?
Over the past several months, the use of the artificial intelligence engine, ChatGPT, has received lots of media attention. I am fascinated with the capabilities and the dangers of this technology. Would it be possible for these artificial intelligence engines to one day replace what we rely on human intelligence for? During Kiddush lunch a few weeks ago, Joey and Stephen Spiro educated me on how ChatGPT is being used successfully today to write computer code. How will this technology advance to take over other aspects of our daily lives?
As a test, I asked ChatGPT the following, "write a 500 word dvar torah for parasha Vayikra and include relevant information to current times". About thirty seconds later I had a d'var for Vayikra. I will read the d'var word-for-word with no edits while I ask you to listen carefully for accuracy and the message delivered.
"Parshat Vayikra is the first portion in the book of Leviticus, and opens with the instructions for the various offerings that were to be brought in the Mishkan, the Tabernacle, in the wilderness. The focus of this portion is on the act of sacrifice and its role in the lives of the Israelites and their relationship with G-d.
In Vayikra, we see the different types of offerings that could be brought as a way of expressing devotion and remorse. The different offerings represented various aspects of a person's relationship with G-d, including burnt offerings, grain offerings, peace offerings, and sin offerings. These offerings were meant to be a physical manifestation of a person's commitment to G-d, serving as a means of purification and atonement for one's sins.
One of the key lessons from Vayikra is the importance of intentionality in our actions. The sacrifices offered in the Mishkan were not just about giving an animal to G-d, but about the person giving of themselves and their devotion to G-d. This was a way for the Israelites to show their commitment and to seek forgiveness for their misdeeds. The act of sacrifice was not just a physical act, but a spiritual one, requiring a person to examine their inner self and make a deliberate effort to improve their relationship with G-d.
This message of intentionality is relevant to our lives today, as we too seek to deepen our relationship with G-d. In our modern world, we may not bring physical offerings, but we can still embody the same spirit of sacrifice through our actions and intentions. This means making a conscious effort to live a life that is in line with our beliefs and values, and striving to better ourselves and our relationship with G-d. It also means being willing to forgive others and seeking forgiveness for our own mistakes.
Another important theme from Vayikra is the idea of holiness. In this portion, we see that G-d is described as a "holy G-d", and the offerings are said to be "most holy". This concept of holiness was meant to inspire the Israelites to strive for holiness in their own lives. This means living a life that is in line with G-d's values, and striving to bring out the divine in all aspects of our lives.
In our current times, the idea of holiness is still relevant and important. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, we can still strive for holiness by living our lives in accordance with G-d's values and principles. This means being mindful of our actions, striving to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and seeking to live a life that is in line with G-d's vision for the world.
In conclusion, Parshat Vayikra teaches us about the importance of intentionality, sacrifice, and holiness in our lives. By examining the offerings brought in the Mishkan, we can learn valuable lessons about our own relationship with G-d and how we can deepen that connection. These lessons are as relevant today as they were thousands of years ago, and provide us with a powerful reminder of the importance of living a life that is in line with our beliefs and values. May we all strive to embody these lessons and bring holiness and intentionality into our lives, as we seek to deepen our relationship with G-d."
So, what did you think?
I recently finished reading the non-fiction book, Homo Deus, written by the Israeli author Yuval Noah Harari in 2015. Amongst the many topics addressed, this book predicts what will happen in the twenty-first century as artificial intelligence becomes a natural part of our lives. This book was written many years before the advances we have seen in the past year in artificial intelligence. He believes it is not if AI will replace humans but when.
There is no doubt that artificial intelligence will replace many of the jobs and tasks only human intelligence was able to perform in the past. There have been many advances in technology and medicine already. But, will AI replace what we have relied on rabbis for? While I do not feel this AI generated d'var is strong enough as is, it certainly is a starting point from which I could make edits to and significantly decrease the time it takes to research and write a d'var. Will AI ever be able to replace the compassion, the wisdom, and the personal experiences that a person and specifically a rabbi provides? I would never want a halacha based decision or spiritual guidance to be purely based on textual facts.
I leave you with this thought to ponder on. Just as the Israelites could not imagine worshipping G-d without animal sacrifices following the destruction of the second Temple, we too have difficulty imaging a time when artificial intelligence will replace our rabbis. Change is inevitable, but how much we accept Rabbi Robot is up to us. I hope.
Shabbat Shalom.