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Integrated Transcriptomic and Metabolomic Approaches to Identify Genes and Gene Networks Involved in Lipid Biosynthesis in Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz Seeds
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First Advisor
Om Parkash Dhankher
Second Advisor
Ashwani Pareek
Third Advisor
Marco Keiluweit
Fourth Advisor
Danny Schnell
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Biochemistry | Bioinformatics | Biotechnology | Molecular Biology | Plant Biology | Systems Biology
Camelina sativa is an emerging oilseed crop dedicated for biofuel and biodiesel applications as well as a source for edible and general-purpose oils. Such valuable oilseed crop is subjected to plant breeding programs and is suggested for large-scale production of better seed and oil qualities. Due to the positive agronomic attributes and the oil qualities of Camelina, it is suggested for plant breeding programs as a biotechnological platform for industrial oils and for biodiesel applications. It is also proposed as an ideal "resilient" crop to be grown on marginal lands, where other plants cannot grow sufficiently. Hence, in an attempt to develop Camelina as a dedicated crop for industrial oils, we designed the current research project with multiple objectives aiming to i) increasing seed and oil yields to the upper possible limits via genetic engineering, ii) engineering Camelina for production of industrial oils, and iii) enhance Camelina tolerance to severe environmental stresses, including drought and salinity. To accomplish these research objectives, a better understanding of lipid metabolism at the molecular and biochemical levels in Camelina seeds is critical. In the current research, we integrated different 'omics' approaches, including transcriptomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics to identify and profile the gene(s) and metabolite(s) networks associated with triacylglycerol (TAG, the main lipid in seeds) biosynthesis. Further interests are to investigate how these two networks are interacting to determine the quantity and quality of Camelina oil during seed development, and finally to reveal the rate-limiting step(s) in TAG biosynthesis pathways for metabolic engineering. The whole seed-specific transcriptome revealed the identification of approximately 40,000 actively expressed transcripts, and of these, 7932 genes showed temporal and differential gene expression during the seed development. The differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were annotated and were found to encode key enzymes controlling alternative metabolic routes in fatty acid synthesis, TAG assembly, and TAG degradation. Further, we quantified the relative contents of over 240 metabolites by using GC/MS and LC/MS/MS platforms, and the results indicated that Camelina seed development is associated with temporally major metabolic switches. Furthermore, we were able to determine the potential limiting factor(s) in oil synthesis pathways, and accordingly, we selected several x candidate genes/enzymes for metabolic engineering of Camelina and overexpression of those genes has led to increased seed and oil yields in Camelina. Further, we proved that combining the overexpression of two enzymes involved in TAG biosynthetic pathway (DGAT1 and GPD1) has positively enhanced seed oil content (up to 13% increase), seed mass (up to 52% increase), and overall seed and oil yields in Camelina. This improvement in seed yield and oil contents was also associated with distinct molecular and biochemical consequences and therefore, identifying the metabolic bottlenecks for engineering Camelina for further increased seed oil yields is critical. Accordingly, we utilized metabolites profiling, in conjugation with transcriptome profiling during seed development in Camelina DGAT1 and GPD1 transgenics in comparison with their WT relatives. The whole seed-specific transcriptome of transgenic lines revealed the identification of approximately 1,566 and 2,102 transcripts were differentially regulated in Camelina transgenics and many of them were found to be involved in the alternative metabolic routes in fatty acid synthesis, TAG assembly, and TAG degradation. Further, the metabolome analysis indicated major switches in transgenic seeds, which are associated with significant changes in the levels of glycerolipids, phospholipids, most amino acids, sugars and organic acids, especially the ones involved in TCA cycle and glycolysis. Additionally, to introduce Camelina as a biotechnological platform for the production of industrial oils, we metabolically engineered Camelina seed oils for producing wax esters with desired physical and chemical properties for better fitting with industrial purposes. Two genes from jojoba encode the two enzymes; fatty acyl-CoA reductase (FAR) and wax synthase (WS), and a gene from Arabidopsis encode a wax synthase enzyme (WSD1) were overexpressed into Camelina under the control of seed-specific promoters to modify seed metabolism for wax ester synthesis in the transgenic lines. The overexpression of wax ester enzymes caused has allowed the transgenic lines to produce a substantial amount of wax esters higher than the amount produced naturally in WT seed oils. These obtained wax esters are currently subjected to subsequent purification and quantification processes, and their structural compositions will be resolved, and data will be available in the near future. xi Moreover, in order to develop Camelina to be grown under a wide range of climates, our research project was aimed to better understand the physiological roles of wax biosynthetic genes in response to environmental stresses. We targeted an Arabidopsis gene encode a cuticular wax synthase enzyme (namely, WSD1) and we investigated whether increasing the transcriptional activity of WSD1 would affect the amount of cuticular waxes, which can contribute to conferring tolerance to drought and/or salinity in Arabidopsis and also in Camelina. Transgenic Arabidopsis lines were tested for increased deposition of epicuticular waxes and the quantity and the structural compositions of surface waxes were determined using gas chromatographic (GC) techniques and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and finally were evaluated in response to several abiotic stresses. The preliminary results indicated that WSD1 transgenic plants exhibited strong tolerance phenotype, as they were able to recover from drought and salinity better than the WT plants. This stress-resistant phenotype observed in WSD1 transgenics could be physiologically associated with the reduced cuticular transpirational rates and cuticle permeability, increased deposition of epicuticular wax crystals, and increased leaf and stem wax loading, in the transgenics as compared to WT plants. These promising data from Arabidopsis has encouraged us to investigate Camelina plants overexpressing WSD1 in response to drought and salinity which is still under development. Collectively, the integration of transcriptome and metabolome can be highly useful for understanding the regulation of TAG biosynthesis and identifying the bottlenecks in TAG pathways, providing a precise selection of candidate genes for generating Camelina varieties with improved seed and oil yields. Further, Camelina can serve as a biotechnological platform for the sustainable production of wax esters, and by using a similar approach, many oilseed crops could be metabolically engineered for the production of oil-based products of high value for the industry. Finally, manipulation of the cuticular waxes could be an effective strategy to confer abiotic stress tolerance in plants.
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Abdullah, Hesham, "Integrated Transcriptomic and Metabolomic Approaches to Identify Genes and Gene Networks Involved in Lipid Biosynthesis in Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz Seeds" (2018). Doctoral Dissertations. 1148.
https://doi.org/10.7275/11203971.0 https://scholarworks.umass.edu/dissertations_2/1148
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"Yeah, that's a B+ paper": Evaluating student writing before rubrics
"Yeah, that's a B+ paper": Evaluating student writing before rubrics
Noah Guynn, Chair of the Department of French and Italian shares his epiphany about rubrics, which he experienced while teaching Global Humanities Forum (HUM 2A), which had an enrollment of 200 students.
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What were your initial feelings about assessing student learning outcomes?
I couldn't believe that I had to do this bureaucratic task that was all about the University intervening in my classroom and telling me how to assess and how to teach. We aren't usually asking ourselves what our methods are; learning outcomes and rubrics require you to be quite focused and precise about what your expectations are.
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It's also useful for the students. It makes them feel that they are in control of the learning experience. Informing your students about how you assess them is just being polite and it helps them meet your expectations.
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I would say that there is a lot of pleasure and clarity that comes from doing the work and it wasn't very hard. In fact, it was almost ridiculously easy. I just got something from someone else, adapted it quickly, and now use it regularly. A rubric can be very intricate or it could be really simple and straight-forward. It can be three categories instead of five or six, depending on the class and what the expectations are.
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Three weeks ago we received notice that all apartments would be receiving a balcony renovation. Great! Mine could certainly use new tile. The renovation was suppose to last only a few days – long enough to rip out the tile and lay new tile.
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Foremost is a fabricator and distributor of aluminum products, fiber-reinforced polyester sheet and coil, and custom laminated products, primarily used in the RV market.Visit Website
3603 & 3625 West Gettysburg Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
Phone: 559-221-4100
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9830 West Nicholas Ave, Visalia, CA 93291
Fresno Shower Doors manufactures framed and frameless shower doors in a variety of styles. Manufacturing heavy glass shower doors, tub enclosures, along with closets and bathroom mirrors – FSD also specializes in table tops and bar mirrors.Visit Website
3245 & 3247 South Platte River Drive, Englewood, CO 80110
Phone: 303-761-4257
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2195 S. Raritan St, Englewood, CO 80110
Fabricator and installerof a full suite of natural stone, quartz, solid surface, and laminate countertops, primarily serving retailers, home builders and commercial contractors in the Industrial marketVisit Website
1445 Polk Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580
Fax: 574-269-7493
Manufacturer of fiberglass bath fixtures including tubs, showers and combination tub/shower units for the residential, commercial and hospitality industries.Visit Website
1600 W Mishawaka Rd. Elkhart, IN 46517
Fax: 574-389-0308
Our primary focus is on panel lamination and profile wrapping for the RV, manufactured housing, cabinet, and store fixture industries. We also offer a variety of panel processing services and panel supply in an assortment of materials.Visit Website
1275 Ensell Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
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1300 Rose Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Geremarie is a designer, manufacturer and fabricator of a full suite of high-precision aluminum components.Visit Website
7230 15th St. East Sarasota, Florida 34243
Fax: 941-360-1973
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124 Spaniel Lane, Summerville, SC 29483
G.G. Schmitt is a designer and manufacturer of customized hardware and structural components, including marine towers, seats, ladders, handrails, port lights, and other metal hardware and related products, primarily to major OEMs in the Marine industry.Visit Website
38263 Charlotte Avenue Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone: 574-295-8297
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1077 & 1083 Sesame St, Bensenville, IL 60106
301 Enterprise Dr. Unit 1 LaPorte, IN 46350
Gravure Ink is a supplier to the RV and MH markets of decorative and textured printed wall vinyls that are laminated to gypsum, lauan or other materials.Visit Website
15 Quality Circle, Vonore, TN 37885
Phone: 877-867-7861
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760 Greensboro Rd., Cocoa, FL 32926
Great Lakes Boat Top is one of the oldest and largest original equipment manufacturers of marine canvas products and is trusted by over 60 boat brands to make the original covers, tops, and canvas enclosures sold with new boats as they come off the showroom floor.Visit Website
57766 Co Rd 3, Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone: 574-522-0871
Gustafson Lighting manufactures and distributes a variety of interior and exterior lighting products, ceiling fans and accessories to the RV and MH markets.Visit Website
409 Growth Parkway, Angola, IN 46703
Phone: 260-665-6112
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101 Industrial Drive, Angola, IN 46703
Indiana Marine Products is a manufacturer and distributor of fully-assembled helm assemblies, including electrical wiring harnesses, dash panels, instrumentation and gauges, and other products primarily for the Marine market.Visit Website
2311 S. Nappanee St., Elkhart, IN 46517
Fax: 574-522-4856
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2140 Floral Avenue, Twin Falls, ID 83301
28100 Markle Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517
3621 S. Nappanee St., Elkhart, IN 46517
10068 CR 2, Middlebury, IN 46540
CR 7 & 26, Elkhart, IN 46517
27159 CR 26, Elkhart, IN 46517
16363 County Road 138, Goshen, IN 46528
10210 CR 2, Middleburry, IN 46540
County Line RD, Middlebury , IN 46540
14810 W Chicago, White Pigeon, MI 49099
1512 W. Karcher Road, Nampa, ID 83641
Indiana Transport is a transportation and logistics service provider which utilizes independently contracted drivers to haul trailers, fifth wheels, gooseneck trailers and utility trailers from RV OEM plants to dealer lots. Indiana Transport's service offerings also include the transportation of recreational watercraft.Visit Website
375 Cass Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
Fax: 248-338-7407
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256 Olive Street, Cocoa, FL 32922
Inland Plywood is a supplier, laminator, and wholesale distributor of treated, untreated, and laminated plywood, medium density overlay panels, and other specialty products, primarily serving the marine market as well as the RV and industrial markets.Visit Website
28163 C.R. 20 Elkhart, IN 46517
Fax: 574-295-7017
Interior Components Plus specializes in various components for RV, Manufactured Housing, and Industrial/Commercial markets; Including interior passage doors, build-to-size laminate countertops, ceramic back-splashes and various types of drawer sides. We also have CNC capabilities to handle many customizable projects for our customers.Visit Website
1810 Clover Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Fax: 574-255-1079
KRA International is a manufacturer of wire harnesses and associated assemblies for RVs, commercial vehicles, lawn care equipment, Marine products, the defense industry, and Automotive after-market products.
1008-1010-1012 Borg Rd, Elkhart, IN 46514
Phone: 574-294-8828
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2306 Johnson Street, Elkhart, IN 46514
1839 Middlebury, Elkhart, IN 46514
LS Manufacturing is a manufacturer of a wide variety of thermoformed plastic parts and components, primarily serving the RV market and certain Industrial markets.
601 S County Road 17, Elkhart, IN 46516
Fax: 574-296-9138
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115 E 8th Street, Watsontown, PA 17777
2100 Northland Dr, Nampa, ID 83687
55 One Georgia Drive, Ashburn, GA 31714
1540 Leininger, Elkhart, IN 46517
825 McCurdy Place, Kelonwa, BC, Canada
192 JD Yarnell Industrial Pkwy, Clinton, TN 37716
1000 West Freeway, Grand Prairie , TX 75051
880 Cedar Springs Road, Sailsbury, NC 28147
5030 Great Oak Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801
3060 Highway 13 North, Haleyville, AL 35565
1618 Ninth Street N, Montevideo, MN 56265
12399 SE Capps Road, Clackamas, OR 97015
7130 Sycamore Canyon Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92508
1755 N Oak Road, Plymouth, IN 46563
10209 W Roosevelt Street, BLDG 2, Avondale, AZ 85323
LaSalle Bristol is a supplier of plumbing, flooring, tile, lighting, air handling, and building products to the MH, RV, and Industrial markets.Visit Website
501 Kettering Drive, Ontario, CA 91761
128 N. Cluff Ave., Lodi, CA 95240
5350 Capital Court Suite 109, Reno, NV 89502
4065 W. Messa Ave. #D, Las Vegas, NV 89118
LMI, and its related companies, is a designer, fabricator, and installer of specialty glass, mirror, bath and closet building products to residential housing and commercial high-rise builders, general contractors, retailers, and RV manufacturers in the U.S.
412 N. Cedar Bluff Rd., Knoxville, TN 37923
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1752 Henry G Lane St., Maryville, TN 37801
5714 Highway 411, Maryville, TN 37801
120 McCammon, Maryville, TN 37801
15 Quality Circle, Vonroe, TN 37885
760 Greensboro Rd., Cocoa, FL 32926
222 South Vermillion Avenue, Brownsville, TX 78521
2640 Byington Solway Rd., Knoxville, TN 37931
Marine Accessories Corp., and its related companies, is a manufacturer, distributor and aftermarket supplier of custom tower and canvas products and other related accessories to OEMs, dealers, retailers and distributors, as well as direct to consumers within the marine market.
6805 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
2443 SW Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Phone: 941-556-6311
Marine Concepts/Design Concepts ("MCDC") designs, engineers, and manufactures CNC plugs, composite molds (open and closed), and CNC direct molds for boat manufacturers as well as a wide variety of industrial composite manufacturers. MCDC also produces fiberglass and carbon fiber parts and assemblies for marine and industrial markets. The Marine Concepts division also produces patterns and molds for the majority of U.S. fiberglass boat manufacturers.Visit Website
1401 Tower Drive, Lebanon, MO 65536
Fax: 417-588-2334
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721 E. Elm Street, Lebanon, MO 65536
Marine Electrical Products manufactures custom wire harnesses, fiberglass and fiberglass reinforced thermoformed helm systems, dash panels, and instrument panels for the fiberglass, aluminum, and pontoon boat segments, and also produces custom parts and assemblies for the industrial, commercial, and off-road vehicle markets.Visit Website
1651 Whitfield Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243
The Marine Design and Engineering Center is a centralized location where boat designers and builders can collaborate with naval architects and engineers while in the initial phase of their designs while viewing the many products offered to the marine industry from top suppliers under the Patrick umbrella.
21680 & 21700 Protecta Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514
Fax: 574-522-3426
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4802 Eastland Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516
836 Summa Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516
Medallion Plastics designs, engineers, and manufactures custom thermoformed products and components which include dash and trim panels and fender skirts for the RV market, and complete interior packages, bumper covers, hoods, and trims for the automotive, specialty transportation and other industrial markets.Visit Website
1221 - 1225 Northgate Business Parkway, Madison, TN 37715
Phone: 615-865-9867
Metal Moulding is a manufacturer of custom metal fabricated products, primarily for the Marine market, including hinges, arm rests, brackets, panels and trim, as well as plastic products including boxes, inlay tables, steps, and related components.Visit Website
101 Joan Dr, Middlebury, IN 46540
Fax: 574-825-9515
Middlebury Hardwood Products supplies hardwood cabinet doors, components and other hardwood products to the RV, MH and Residential kitchen cabinet industries.Visit Website
730 High Rd., Bremen, IN 46506
Phone: 574-546-4473
The Precision Painting Group is comprised of three full-service custom exterior full body painting operations – Precision Painting, Carrera Custom Painting, and Millennium Paint – that also offer interior refurbishing and painting for both OEMs and existing RV and Fleet owners.
28505 County Road 20 West, Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone: 574-294-5959
Mishawaka Sheet Metal is a full-service distributor and fabricator of a wide variety of aluminum and steel products for the RV and Industrial markets.Visit Website
1752 Henry G Lane St. Maryville, TN 37801
Phone: 877-778-6937
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2640 Byington Solway Rd., Knoxville, TN 37931
Monster Tower is the leading provider of universal wakeboard towers and accessories - supplying boat builders and aftermarket consumers with an array of tower designs ready to be installed on almost any boat.Visit Website
3015 Mobile Drive, Elkhart, IN 46514
Fax: 574-264-3853
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3026 Winding Waters Lane, Elkhart, IN 46514
Nickell Moulding is a custom manufacturer of hardwood and wrapped mouldings and trim, custom wood frames, and door components for the RV, retail and hospitality, MH and other markets.Visit Website
27263 May Street, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Fax: 269-663-2073
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69700 Kraus Rd, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
69708 Kraus Rd, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
69722 Kraus Rd, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
70300 April St, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
27263 May Street, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
1000 Jewell Drive, Waco, TX 76712
North American Forest Products is a manufacturer and supplier of raw and processed softwoods products, including lumber, panels, trusses, bow trusses, and industrial packaging materials, primarily to the RV, MH, Mobile Office, Packaging, Industrial and Retail markets.Visit Website
70151 April St, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Fax: 269-663-8239
North American Moulding is a manufacturer and supplier of profile wraps, custom mouldings, laminated panels and raw panels to t he RV, MH, Mobile Office, Packaging, Cabinet and Retail markets.Visit Website
104 & 116 Yoder Dr, Middlebury, IN 46550
Phone: 800-835-4110
Parkland Plastics is a fully-integrated designer, green manufacturer and distributor of innovative polymer-based products including wall panels, lay-in ceiling panels, coated and rolled floors, protective moulding, and adhesives and accessories, which are used primarily in the RV industry and the Architectural and Industrial markets.Visit Website
5400 Beck Dr. Elkhart, IN 46516
Phone: 574-970-8282
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1001 Beltine Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
2225 Cypress St, Valdosta, GA 31601
2808 Industrial Blvd., Waco, TX 76705
20 Eby Chiques Road, Mount Joy, PA 17552
13414 Slover Ave, Fontana, CA 92337
11055 SW Industrial Way, Tualatin, OR 97062
Patrick Distribution is a distributor of drywall and drywall finishing products, electronics, wiring, electrical, and plumbing products, interior passage doors, roofing products, flooring, fireplaces, RV gas grills, faucets and other miscellaneous products, primarily to the RV and manufactured housing markets.Visit Website
26230 Parkview Elkhart, IN 46514
Phone: 574-340-5588
Patrick Marine Transport is an Elkhart, Indiana-based leading provider of transportation and logistics services to OEM's and dealers in the leisure lifestyle markets.Visit Website
107 W. Franklin St., Elkhart, IN 46515
Phone: 574-294-7511
Factory direct products, coast to coast, specializing in building materials for commercial, institutional, hospitality, single and multi-family housing, and "big box" retail. Harnessing the power behind Patrick Industries family of brands, Patrick Pro offers an integrated approach to provide industrial components and materials with commercial and logistical advantages.Visit Website
Precision Painting - 730 High Rd, Bremen, IN 46506
Fax: 574-546-4715
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Precision Painting – 1245 North Street, Bremen, IN 46506
Precision Painting – 218 Second St, Bremen, IN 46506
Precision Painting – 1720 SR 331, Bremen, IN 46506
Millennium Painting – 57755 Holiday Place, Elkhart, IN 46517
Carrera Custom Paint- 1101 Herman St, Elkhart, IN 46516
Carrera Custom Paint – 4201 Eastland Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516
Premium Paint – 5305 Beck Drive, Elkhart, IN 46516
The Precision Painting Group is comprised of three full-service custom exterior full body painting operations – Precision Painting, Carrera Custom Painting, and Millennium Paint – that also offer interior refurbishing and painting for both OEMs and existing RV and Fleet owners.Visit Website
1120 Polk Drive, Warsaw, IN 46580
Phone: 574-269-7570
Premier Concepts is a fabricator of solid surface, granite and quartz countertops for the RV, MH and Residential Housing markets.
575 Robbins Drive, Troy, MI 48083
Fax: 248-307-9300
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4700 Barden Court, Kentwood, MI 49512
715 S. Jason Street, Denver, CO 80223
3401 S. 1400 W., Salt Lake City, UT 84119
1917 E University Drive, Phoenix, AZ 58034
5420 Pioneer Park Blvd., Suite E, Tampa, FL 33634
4590 N. Hiatus Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
10548 Lackman Road, Lenexa, KS 66219
The Progressive Group is a distributor and manufacturer representative for major name-brand electronics to small, mid-size, and large retailers, distributors, and custom installers, primarily serving the Auto and Home Electronics, Retail, Custom Integration, and Commercial channels.
1515 Leininger Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone: 574-970-8349
Quest Audio Video (QAV) is a distributor of major name-brand electronics products to OEMs in the RV, Marine and MH markets. QAV's technical group also tools and installs many key products and electronic components.Visit Website
5309 Beck Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516
Routed parts and services to customers
600 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona 85281
Phone: 800-669-9899
Rockford is a global leader in the design and distribution of premier, high-performance audio systems and components, primarily serving the powersports, marine, and automotive markets and aftermarkets.Visit Website
501 Kettering Dr. Ontario CA. 91761
Fax: 909-605-7793
A sister company to LMI, SEA offers a complete line of shower enclosures, pans and walls for RV manufacturers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
3402 Smith Avenue, Everett, WA 98201 USA
Fax: 425-339-1345
Sea-Dog Line has been manufacturing quality marine, industrial, and defense hardware and supplies since the 1920's. Our in-house product development team can troubleshoot, innovate, and deliver a wide array of marine and industrial solutions to suit your needs. We provide solutions to distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and online providers including manufacturers. Our SEA-LECT Plastics division supplies plastic injection molding and tooling expertise to both private and government entities.Visit Website
3402 Smith Ave. Everett, WA 98201
Sea-Lect Plastics provides plastic injection molding, design, product development and expert tooling to companies and government entities.Visit Website
5440 Schenck Ave., Rockledge, FL 32955, USA
Fax: 321-632-7019
100 Industrial Drive, Cromwell, IN 46732
Phone: 260-856-3800
SEI Manufacturing Inc. manufactures towers, T-Tops, hardtops, rails, gates and other aluminum exterior products for the Marine market and includes paint operations for metal fabricated parts.Visit Website
4906 Hoffman St, Elkhart, IN 46516
Fax: 574-293-8552
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833 Legner Street, Bremen, IN 46506
Sigma Wire Products is a manufacturer of a wide range of PVC insulated wire and cable products, primarily serving the RV and Marine markets.Visit Website
1116 & 1118 Gerber St, Ligonier, IN 46767
Fax: 2608944289
Structural Composites of Indiana is a manufacturer of large, custom-molded fiberglass front and rear caps and roofs, primarily to the RV market, and specialty fiberglass components for the Transportation, Marine and other Industrial markets.Visit Website
2448 E. Kercher Rd., Goshen, IN 46526
Phone: 574-537-1860
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536 Michigan St, Topeka, IN 46571
3012 Eisenhower Drive, Goshen, IN 46526
2216 E. Kercher Rd., Goshen, IN 46526
1607 Fieldhouse Ave, Elkhart, IN 46516
2565 Lincolnway, Goshen, IN 46526
501 Northwest 36th Street, Pendleton, OR 97801
Synergy RV Transport, INC. is recognized as one of the largest and most dependable transporters of towable and motorized freight in the industry. With our dedicated fleet of courteous and professional drivers we are able to accommodate even the most difficult loads. From motorhomes to vehicles being transported on a flatbed our team of skilled professional drivers can cover it all.Visit Website
3020 North Commerce Parkway Miramar, FL. 33025
Fax: 800-653-8569
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6950 Bryan Dairy Rd. Largo, Florida 33777
7151 114th Ave. Largo, Florida 33773
217B Varnfield Drive Summerville, South Carolina 29483
1922 Smithville Hwy. Sparta, Tennessee 38583
TACO Marine is a manufacturer of boating products including rub rail systems, canvas and tower components, sport fishing and outrigger systems, helm chairs and pedestals, and specialty hardware.Visit Website
420 Roske Dr. Elkhart, IN 46515
Fax: 574-327-6334
The Studio is Patrick Industries' all-inclusive Design/Innovation Center and Showroom, presenting the latest design trends and products, and providing a creative environment for our customers to design products and enhance their brands. It is a one-stop shop that showcases the products, capabilities and services offered by each of our business units.Visit Website
PO Box 2186 Sumner, WA 98390
Phone: 253-826-5480
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3900 150th Ave, Sumner, WA 98390
922 Valley Ave NW, Puyallip, WA 98371
12606 NE 95th Street, Vancouver, WA 98682
6002 & 601 E Alki Ave, Spoken Valley, WA 99212
Designer, engineer, manufafturer and installer of a full suite of natural stone, quartz, laminate and solid surface kitchen and bathroom tops, serving the single family and multi-family residential markets as well commercial and high rise marketsVisit Website
2932 Thorne Drive, Elkhart, IN 46514
Phone: 574-266-4118
Transhield is a premier designer and manufacturer of customized and proprietary protection solutions for the marine, military and industrial markets. Transhield's protective covers and shrinkable protective packaging help customers protect critical and high-value assets against corrosion, damage and harsh conditions during transport and storage.Visit Website
50 Terence Drive
Pleasant Hills, PA 15236
Phone: 412-653-1188
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2820 County Rd 6 W
Elkhart, IN 46514
7619 Northport Drive
Lansing, MI 48917
Tumacs is a manufacturer of custom designed boat covers, canvas frames, and bimini tops, primarily serving Marine OEMs and dealers.Visit Website
2640 Byington Solway Rd. Knoxville, TN 37931
Phone: 855-228-8726
TurboSwing's patented ski tow bar provides an innovative solution to transform any outboard powered boat into a watersports machine. Featuring a universal design and simple installation, TurboSwing is perfect for boat builders and aftermarket consumers alike.Visit Website
1919 7th Street South
Canton, AL 35045
Fax: 205-280-1015
15 Quality Circle Vonore, TN 37885
Phone: 800-835-7992
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222 South Vermillion Avenue, Brownsville, TX 78521
Westland Industries is known for its Exact Fit boat covers, bimini tops, and other marine canvas products - supplying boat builders and aftermarket consumers alike with quality canvas to protect any watercraft.Visit Website
2975 Louise Street
Rosenberg, TX 77471
Phone: 877-938-7757
Wet Sounds is a leading designer, fabricator, engineer, and distributor of innovative audio systems and accessories, including amplifiers¸ tower speakers, soundbars, and subwoofers. Wet Sounds sells OEM and non-OEM audio products and accessories to dealers, retailers, and consumers, primarily within the marine industry, as well as to the residential housing and powersports markets, and aftermarkets.Visit Website
2096 Cheyenne St
Nappanee, IN 46550
Fax: 574-773-5244
Williamsburg is an Indiana-based manufacturer of marine and motorized RV seating.Visit Website
2520 Industrial Parkway, Elkhart, IN 46516
Fax: 574-295-6351
Wire Design is a designer, engineer and manufacturer of wire harnesses for the RV, Marine and Industrial markets.Visit Website
1752 Henry G Lane St. Maryville, TN 37801
Phone: 865-981-9898
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5714 Highway 411, Maryville, TN 37801
120 McCammon, Maryville, TN 37801
Xtreme Tower Products (XTP) is the world's largest and most innovative manufacturer of towing solutions and accessories for the marine industry. With a fully integrated in-house process, XTP can deliver custom solutions to complement any boat style.Visit Website


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WhatsApp will let you browse a company's products directly in the app
Small businesses can now create mobile storefronts.
In some parts of the world, small businesses don't only use social media and messaging apps to promote their products -- they sell their goods through them. Now, WhatsApp is making it easier for those businesses' customers to buy their products. It has launched catalogs for its Business application, and entrepreneurs who don't have an official website can use the feature to build a mobile storefront that showcases their goods. In other words, it now has some sort of in-app shopping service that lets people buy products without having to visit a website.
Businesses selling through mobile apps sometimes have to send potential customers their price lists and product photos again and again. The new feature allows them to build a list of goods with photos, prices and descriptions -- take note that customers don't have to download the Business app to be able to browse the products listed. Catalogs are now available for both Android and iPhone devices in Brazil, Germany, India, Indonesia, Mexico, the UK and the US, but the Facebook subsidiary says it'll be available around the world "soon."
WhatsApp launched its Business app in early 2018, allowing businesses to display their official bio, email, address and contact number. It also gives them access to messaging metrics and other business-oriented tools, including a way to program smart replies for FAQs.


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My favorite time to take images is on the fringes of the day, early morning just before sunrise through the rise of the golden sun spreading warm tones across the landscape. We again get those golden tones as the sun lowers again at the end of the day. I recently went to the beach to enjoy a sunset and found this man playing fetch with his dog. I love silhouettes with the warm golden hues.
I "transported" Hotchner to Maine for a nice golden dawn.
Finally the early morning soft tones on this beach were a perfect backdrop for the team of wild horses on an early Assateague morning.
Project 52-Blog Circle
This post is part of Project 52 which challenges Professional Pet Photographers to focus on a particular topic/assignment each week. There are photographers from all over the world participating. Follow the next link to view how the next amazing photographer tackles this weeks challenge. Then follow each link at the end of each blog until you return to me.. Then you have successfully completed our blog circle. Enjoy!
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Come and find your Best Friend!
Second Chance has a unique program near Syracuse N.Y. where inmates train the rescued dogs and it gives both the dogs and the inmates a second chance in life. Come visit Second Chance Canine Shelter. We are open Saturdays and Sundays 10-2.
Friends of Second Chance Canine Adoption Shelter
6660 E. Seneca Turnpike
Jamesville, NY 13078
Website for Second Chance
Here are some pictures of the dogs at Second Chance that are looking for Homes.
Nancy Kieffer is a photographer serving the Central New York and Adirondack region and beyond. Travel assignments welcomed. If you would like to book a Day in the Life session for your pet, please email me at email@example.com or call 315-469-8807. Nancy also offers instruction in photography and Lightroom.


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Monday, November 9, 2015
Paradise ponders...
When I got home, things started to happen just a tad more chaotically. The solar folks gave me a call and said they were going to be at our house in an hour (at 11 am), bringing the horizontal boring guy with them. Their plan was to lay conduit in a new trench 275' long, from the barn to the house's electrical meter. They were bringing a "trencher" to dig that trench, though bits of it would have to be hand dug (where the new trench had to cross existing pipes and wires). The first two photos below show the horizontal boring machine, and the third photo shows the drilling head emerging into the target hole – at most a quarter inch from the intended position. No pipes were broken during the boring, thankfully. The last two photos show the trencher in operation. It makes a 3" wide trench to a quite precise depth, but quite slowly (though faster than I could do it with the backhoe!). I did some backhoe work to help out, probably 20' of trench altogether. Mainly this was in areas so full of gravel that the trencher couldn't get through it. I ended up spending most of my day on this.
Right in the middle of the trenching work, a UPS tractor-trailer truck pulled up outside our driveway with a delivery for me: a tool chest that I ordered last week. I had to stop the trenching work, remove the loader bucket, attach the forks, unload the package (280 pounds), remove the forks, attach the bucket, and go back to work on the trench. Sheesh!
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Fakey News, coming next week and monthly or so thereafter. You know all about the "Fake News," this is making fun of that. Meaning, satirizing the sites that Donald, Mike Flynn and others in the Trump Tweetery lives by. For example, like this:
"We are Devos!" Rumor has it that Donald Trump and Betsy DeVos are channeling that 80s group, Devo. Donald and Betsy are definitely devolving, as you can see.
According to the Dreck Report, people are saying that Infowars Alex Jones has been consulting Caitlyn Jenner on how to go about becoming Alexa Jones. She'll be just as conspiratorial after the change.
Breitbart is planning to relaunch the site as WhiteBark, referencing the European Birch in keeping with the Anglo origins of the White Race. People are saying they are looking into creating a variation of the internet, to be known as the World White Web. Thereafter, there will be no Alt-Right. Rather, it will be the Alt-White.
Or, finally,
Donald Trump, incensed by an unfavorable comment by some executive at Walt Disney World, has tweeted that Mickey Mouse ran away from home in his youth after discovering that his father was a rat.
It's so difficult to satirize Trump–not impossible, it just takes work. But I tire of complaining and pointing out all the dangerous shortcomings and foibles. So NOW, it's mocking time. For him and his coterie of conspiracy crazies. Stay tuned.


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Gordon Buchanan, host of the groundbreaking new series Animals With Cameras shares his thoughts on his 25 years of filming wildlife.
Category: Gordon Buchanan
Introducing Gorilla Safari VR! A virtual gorilla trek
Born Free Foundation have a special gift to give this Christmas. Working in conjunction with vEcotourism.org they have just released a brand new app —
'Wild Neighbours' with Sir David Attenborough and Gordon Buchanan
In hushed awe, the crowd at the Rose Theatre in Kingston listened attentively as Sir David Attenborough, legendary TV naturalist, led the way at the


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This week's blog is short since I am typing and mousing with my left hand. Falling down last Thursday on a ceramic tile floor caused right leg pain and cracked right wrist bones. I get to wear this nice cast for four weeks then a recheck by the orthopedics doctor. They don't have white casts now, only red, yellow, green, blue and black. The park is also short two couples, one was scheduled to leave tomorrow and another suddenly sold their 5th wheel. That leaves one couple plus Mary and half of me. I will try to work one armed when the pain in my right leg gets better. The weather is warming up but it rains almost daily.
Friday, March 30, 2018
Sunday, March 18, 2018
Spring Tire Safety & TPMS
Spring means RV travel season is here. I see many people driving with obviously low tire pressure on their cars. I see many RVs leaving the park without checking tire pressure. It's difficult to see low pressure on the large motorhome tires so you need to gauge them. Also check pressure because outdoor temperature affects tire pressure. Pressure drops in cold weather so you will need to add some aire in the winter months. Tire "thumping" is a ridiculous way to tell if they need air! Use a tire gauge.
I am a firm believer in TPMS systems. That is, tire pressure monitoring systems. These are included on most newer cars and SUVs but not on motorhomes and other RVs. There are several companies that make these aftermarket TPMS systems. I have no preference as to which brand you purchase. I just purchased my second set since they work with my new TOAD brake. You can quickly see your tire pressures without gauging every tire. They also warn of low pressure, high temperatures and sudden loss of pressure. Money well spent to prevent a blowout that will cost plenty of money or much worse.
You may be the most careful driver ever known but your tires are between your vehicle and the road. A failure can be deadly so I thought these videos might be a good idea to share on our blog. I watched these many years ago and have never forgotten how important your tires are. These videos have been seen around various tire safety sites. Michelin has produced these and apply not only to motorhomes but also all other types of RV's and even your personal vehicles. Tires are all the same except motorhome tires are just larger like tires on 18 wheelers.
The first one can save your life if you have a blow out.
Watch and remember what you learn from this Michelin video.
Tire pressure is most important in all vehicles. Low pressures will destroy your tires and makes blowouts likely. This video has more information about weighing and tire care.
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
Almost Spring
We are still at Two Rivers Landing until April 30th. It looks like Spring in Tennessee. The last two weeks have been in the high 60 degree range and sunny between rain showers. This week the temperatures are going below freezing again with daytime highs in the 40 degree range. The trees have already bloomed and leaves are starting to come out. The freezing will mess that up. These photos were taken between February 28 and March 5th.
|Looking out our motor home window. Business is picking up again.
Most of my outdoor winter work is finished.
|Bradford Pear trees are everywhere and in full bloom.
The following photos are from a drive around the mountains on February 28th.
|Tellico Plains on the west side of the mountains.
|We located a Ranger Station near a forest road. They had good maps of
all the mountain and forest roads. These photos are from a forest road, not traveled by many people. Almost no traffic, probably not visited by most tourists.
|At the North Carolina state line.
|The hills are steep.
|We are in North Carolina.
|The drive back to Robbinsville was longer than we thought. It was getting late in the day.
|Cherokee was the next stop, still 10 miles and daylight was going to end soon.
|Cherokee. Most people have probably seen this sign. It was just about dark at 6:45 pm.
|Elk on highway 441 near the south visitor center. There were many of them in the fields and along the road. They come out at dusk. Our last photo because it was dark. The drive through the Smokies was definitely all dark, the sun was down,
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On November 30, 2016 at 10 UTC (Moscow time 13:00) SCTMS conducted the webinar "Knowledge databases for crystal design: General principles of development".
We discussed the concepts of creating knowledge databases for predicting crystal structure features. We considered how these concepts were realized within the ToposPro project. We presented examples of such databases that were partially realized in ToposPro.
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Pokey LaFarge is back in Los Angeles with a special performance scheduled for April 25 at Pico Union Project. The throwback rock 'n' roll artist is always an incredible time live. His unique gospel-pop sound is absolutely iresistible and will have you dancing and smiling from ear-to-ear.
LaFarge's latest album, Manic Revelations was released in 2017 via Rounder Records. Cutting his first record in 2006, the St. Louis-based musician has eight albums to his name. We're hoping to hear some new tracks at this L.A. gig!
Tickets to Pokey LaFarge at Pico Union Project on April 25 are priced at $25 Advance / $32 Day of Show. This event is 21-and-over. Tickets to Pokey LaFarge at Pico Union Project go on sale this Friday, Jan. 18 at 10AM.
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"Mindfulness is a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, feelings and sensations. The idea is to allow thoughts, feelings and sensations to come and go, without judgement or the need to do anything with them."
Sounds good, doesn't it? The trick is…well, there really isn't a trick. It's all about another "t" word…training. Training your brain and your mind to be more present wherever you are and whatever you're doing. This can best be achieved through practice – lots and lots of practice. Remember, mindfulness is not about turning off your brain…it's about focusing it on the present.
Take a breath
Really. Take a breath. Now another one. Be aware of that breathing because it's going to come in handy whenever you practice mindfulness.
You may think something like mindfulness is not for you – you're too busy, it's hard to focus on the present, you can't turn off the noise in the brain that's keeping track of everything you need to do every single day! But that's OK. Training that wandering mind is what mindfulness is all about. Your mind will wander. That's OK. But when it does, and it's no longer where the rest of your body is, that's when you call upon that breathing. When you become aware that your mind is vacation planning and the rest of you is in a status meeting at work, focus on a few breaths to bring your mind back to the present.
Hey…no judgement here
Another really important part of practicing mindfulness is to let go of judgement but not to let go of thinking. The goal is not to clear your mind of all thought, it is more to be aware of the thoughts that are coming and going and bringing yourself back to where you are when your mind wanders too far away. And when that happens…and it will happen again and again, it's not a bad thing. Simply take a few breaths and join the present.
Remember, mindfulness is not something you master…it's something you practice, and it is something that you can do anywhere, anytime. There are lots of different techniques to help, simply search "mindfulness" online and you'll find plenty of information.
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Satoshi-era Bitcoin awakens: 1,005 BTC mined in 2010 on the move – Cointelegraph
1,005 BTC, valued at $29 million, has been moved from an old Bitcoin wallet after 13 years, drawing parallels to recent dormant BTC movements.
A Bitcoin (BTC) wallet containing 1,005 BTC mined in 2010 has reawakened, with an anonymous user moving the long dormant coins to new addresses in a number of different transactions.
Speaking exclusively to Cointelegraph, Kirill Kretov — a blockchain researcher, developer and cryptocurrency trader — weighed in on the event after initially flagging the movement of the BTC, which was mined just a year after Bitcoin's inception.
Cointelegraph independently verified the details of the wallet using blockchain data from Blockchair. According to the wallet statement, the 1,005 BTC was valued at just $328 when it was received in 2010. The coins were valued at over $29 million at the time of publication.
The wider cryptocurrency community also took note of the BTC awakening, with some questioning whether Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, was moving coins:
Looks like Satoshi is back! I can bet this wallet is owned by Satoshi Nakamoto himself.
Kretov told Cointelegraph it was unlikely that Bitcoin's creator was quietly moving virgin BTC, suggesting that a long-term holder or entity associated with previous dormant Bitcoin awakenings was behind the transaction. The researcher added that the holder could be selling Bitcoin in an over-the-counter transaction:
Kretov believes that the wallet could be controlled by the same user that had previously moved Bitcoin from wallets in 13 different instances between 2020 and 2021. According to the researcher, this involved 13 awakenings, each of 1,000 BTC (from 20 wallets containing 50 mined BTC), amounting to 13,000 BTC.
Kretov also noted that his research archives, which monitor a large number of virgin Bitcoin wallets in the immediate years after Bitcoin's inception, have only flagged three other awakenings of 1,000 BTC or more.
This included a first instance, where 1,000 BTC from two wallets mined in 2011 was moved in December 2021. In April 2023, 1,000 BTC mined in 2011 was moved from a single wallet before another 1,037 BTC was moved in July 2023 from a wallet dating back to 2012
As Cointelegraph recently reported, another dormant BTC wallet holding over 1,037 coins transferred its funds to a new address. The BTC had been obtained in April 2012 at an estimated value of $5,100, while its total value when it was moved in 2023 was around $31 million.
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Data monetization can be an effective tool for helping companies and sectors boost profits and keep consumers happy. Here are five of the industries that data monetization strategies could benefit the most.
The music industry experienced a prolonged period of upheaval due in large part to streaming services' popularity. The shift to streaming and away from physical music initially caught many industry executives unprepared, making them scramble to deal with the change.
They're more accustomed to it now, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic helped more people get acquainted with streaming concerts. Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlile held several ticketed live streamed concerts, with proceeds going to her crew members who were out of work due to the pandemic. Carlile also chose several charities to support with the generated income.
Perhaps an artist keeps track of the number of viewers for a live stream or the percentage of people who buy tickets several days or weeks before an event. Then, it's easier to determine whether internet-based concerts could prove profitable.
Also, streaming service Spotify offers a significant amount of data to artists who use the platform. For example, musicians can see stream count updates of new releases for the first week of their availability. The number updates every two seconds to give artists accurate perspectives.
Spotify also shows how listeners come across tracks, whether by discovering them through playlist mixes or other means.
Today's automobiles are getting progressively more advanced, and that typically means they collect more data that companies can monetize.
Statistics also indicate that many consumers don't mind if car manufacturers gather data from them. A 2020 McKinsey & Company study revealed that 37% of consumers would switch to car brands that offered enhanced connectivity.
One data monetization possibility is to track trends related to certain models, color choices, or other features in particular markets. Then, manufacturers could ensure dealerships have the cars that are most likely to sell.
A General Motors representative confirmed that the data it collects generally relates to a car's location, driver behavior, and vehicle performance. However, they said that the company couldn't link much of the data to particular individuals.
Brands aiming to roll out successful data monetization strategies should safeguard against privacy violations. If consumers feel companies know too much, they could show progressive unwillingness to use data-sharing features.
There's growing interest in data monetization across industries. One study found that more than 91% of executives polled noticed increases in related investments. For example, if a company representative purchases a data analytics platform subscription, they could see insights that might otherwise get overlooked.
The retail sector is an industry with tremendous potential to benefit from data monetization. For example, a brand could track how many e-commerce shoppers redeem a discount code associated with a particular social media campaign. Such statistics help determine whether the effort got the desired results.
Alternatively, physical store data monetization could involve tracking the busiest shopping hours. Perhaps a manager realizes many people leave without buying after seeing crowded store areas or long lines. If so, the solution could be to staff more employees to cope with increased demand.
A typical data monetization challenge happens when brands collect too much information, and there is not enough time to analyze it thoroughly. Thus, retailers seeking to maximize their benefits should choose a few desired goals and determine what kind of data is most helpful in achieving them.
People in the healthcare industry are well-accustomed to using available data to make the most appropriate care decisions. A patient's lab results or vital signs often dictate which treatments to provide and when. However, organizations can also use data to support profitability.
One example is to explore the issues behind missed appointments. When people don't show up, that problem prevents a facility from opening the slot to someone ready and willing to take it. A closer look at the data might indicate that most no-show patients assert they did not know they had appointments scheduled.
A text message that automatically adds a person's appointment to their digital calendar would reduce the issue. Additionally, a data monetization strategy may indicate that many patients could get the necessary care outside of real-time visits.
New Mexico's Presbyterian Healthcare Services began using an asynchronous communication system several years ago. In 2020, staff members fielded 50,000 low-acuity care queries, each taking an average of two minutes to complete. Patients usually got responses to their text-based content within 15 minutes.
This approach highlights some possible metrics to track during a data monetization effort. For example, how long do patients wait for answers? What percentages of cases can providers tackle without in-person or video-based visits?
Data monetization is already a common practice in the marketing sector. However, research indicates the trend will continue.
A January 2021 study indicated that 88% of marketers intend to prioritize gathering and storing first-party data. Although 58% of respondents considered it a high priority, 30% noted it was their utmost concern over the next 6-12 months.
However, the company that conducted the study indicated the growing importance of zero-party data. First-party data comes from customers' interactions but often gets collected in the background. Zero-party data is information that those people intentionally give to businesses.
Monetizing data can improve marketing outcomes in numerous ways. Many companies look at data while planning campaigns or choosing which advertising channels to use for particular audiences.
Marketing professionals can also apply data analytics to determine which outreach methods will likely resonate most with specific audiences. While working out a strategy, company representatives should assess known challenges and how increased information could overcome them.
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These are some of the sectors most likely to profit from data monetization initiatives. However, other industries could see similarly positive outcomes, especially if representatives take care to ensure the data's reliability.


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BYOD may be one of the big technology trends out there for businesses, but not every business wants or needs a BYOD program. BYOD is, of course, not a magic bullet for addressing every company's mobile needs. It also isn't guaranteed to deliver cost savings compared to providing employees with corporate owned and managed devices.
Companies not pursuing BYOD can still gain value from investing in some of the technology concepts and solutions that becoming a standard part of BYOD programs. After all, BYOD is one of the biggest trends of consumerized IT, but it is only one trend out of many.
Here are five key BYOD lessons that any business or organization can apply even without implementing a BYOD program.
- Enterprise app stores – Apple revolutionized app delivery when it created the App Store four years ago. The model changed how people thought about browsing, buying, and installing software. It's always an option for IT departments to create a collection of apps and load them onto a mobile device or computer, but many users may not need every app and some users may prefer one app over another. An enterprise app store lets companies deliver a selection of apps from public app stores as well as internal-only solutions. Letting users pick and choose from that selection (or suggest other apps) can increase user satisfaction and reduce costs (the organization is paying for only the apps actually being used).
- Personally enabled iPhones and iPads (or other devices) – One of the advantages employees see in BYOD options is that, because they own their iPhone or iPad, they're free to check social networks, install and play games, make personal calls, take family photos, and generally do whatever they want beyond using the device for work. An alternative to BYOD is the COPE (corporate owned, personally enabled) model. In this model, the company owns the device, pays or shares the cost of service, and configures key security and management options. Employees, however, still have free access to most of the device's features and are free to use it as their personal iPhone or iPad. The effect is similar to BYOD except that the company still owns the device and is therefore responsible for security, management, and legal factors around it.
- A range of device and platform options – In the days before the iPhone, most employees who were given corporate devices had little or no say in the device that they were given. BYOD is the complete opposite of that approach – users choose whatever device they want (albeit within some guidelines). Offering users a choice of technologies gives them the ability to select what they see as the best options for their professional needs as well as their personal tastes. That delivers the potential for employee satisfaction and increased productivity associated with BYOD while keeping the range of different devices and mobile OS versions within certain limits that ensure security and functionality.
- Technology self servicing – Technical support can often be an issue when it comes to BYOD programs because IT staff may not be familiar with every device that comes through the door and because some problems (billing issues, physical damage, third-party app issues) may be unrelated to work. As a result, self-support is a common thread in the BYOD narrative. That self-support model can work well with employer-owned technology as well, particularly for remote workers. There are a number of ways to approach self-support and self-servicing, and Apple provides in an excellent white paper (PDF link) that covers them.
- Policy updates – BYOD may be a game changer for businesses, but it isn't the only one. The consumerization of IT involves a lot of other game changing factors: personal cloud services (including iCloud), mobile devices, apps (desktop and mobile), and working from remote locations. As a result, even outside of BYOD, it's important that IT leaders take the initiative to review technology policies related to security, acceptable use, and other core topics.


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I hope you had the opportunity to sample some wonderful craft beers at Oktoberfest this past weekend! Speaking of Oktoberfest, I am reminded of the fact that we switch from September to October this week. I wish for you a great start into the new month…and here are some events that will hopefully help!
On Wednesday, join some amazing women for the Fourth Annual Women in Business Networking Conference. At the Nutter Center, attend the Third Annual IBI/BBB Integrity Breakfast in order to get the inside scoop on integrity in the marketplace. In the evening, after a hard day's work (unless you work the 2nd or 3rd shift), make your way to the Dayton Racquet Club for Dueling Bartenders. If you have a high schooler or if you know one, encourage him/her to attend College Prep Night at Fifth Third Field…there is a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship! Interested in green initiatives? Learn about the Neighborhood Stabilization Program which helps to make vacant and foreclosed homes green at Green Drinks September at Franco's Ristorante Italiano. Don't forget to bring your paintbrush and some green paint! My mom says left handed people are the only ones in their right mind. However, at Chappy's, they're having the Left Hand Weak Sauce Porter Tapping…so I am guessing that despite the fact that lefties may be in their right mind, they are the weaker of the two. Yes, I am right.
On Thursday, don't get too spooked out when you go to the Schuster Center for the 'PhilharMonster' Halloween Concert. Check out UD's Department of Visual Arts with their Open House, where you will be able to see their new studios, galleries, classrooms, and much more. If you're a woman who loves purses, you won't want to miss the Girls' Night Out – Purse Swap at the Melting Pot. You may be able to "coach" some of your girlfriends into going with you as well. Mix one part beer and one part religion and you have Theology on Tap, which will take place at Oregon Express. Or make a trip up to Cedarville University for their presentation of 'And Then There Were None'.
On Friday, get geared up for Gear Fest at Eastwood MetroPark. If you like to drink beer from half-gallon jugs, then be sure to go to Minster's Oktoberfest! Just a tip – you may want to rent a big passenger van so you only have to have one DD! Attend The Fourth Annual Blue Moon Affair at the Schuster Center, whose proceeds benefit the Community Action Partnership's Youth Empowerment Center. And finally, if you enjoy music and dance, and would like to help assist in the restoration of historical outdoor drama, attend the Caesar's Ford Theatre Civil War Ball at Hope Hotel and Conference Center.
On Saturday we jump into October…and you can jump right back into Gear Fest at Eastwood Metro Park. Support We Care Arts by attending the We Care Style Auction at the Mandalay Banquet Center. If you like the color green, then participate in the Green Energy Ohio Tour. And if you like pink, then attend Pink and Chrome – Ride for the Cure at Thomas Cloud Park. Attend Resolve It! Solve It! with Six-Step Problem-Solving at the main branch of the Dayton Metro Library. I've been told that their theme song is "Ice Ice Baby," because after the workshop, you're bound to be singing "If there was a problem, yo I'll solve it." At the Dayton Art Institute, see Orla Fallon, a talented singer/harpist who has performed for the Pope as well as some former U.S. Presidents. Enhance your cooking skills by attending El Meson's Cooking Class. I'm available if you need a taste tester! You may have missed Oktoberfest this past weekend at the Dayton Art Institute, but if you make the trip up to Minster, you'll be able to attend their version! Have a unique dining experience at Carillon Park with their Tavern Dinners: Harvest Feast, which will feature a candlelit "hearth cooked and historically accurate multi-course supper." Or make your way to the Schuster Center for the Philharmonic Gala: Dance to the Music.
On Sunday, be sure to make it up to Minster if you haven't yet for their Oktoberfest. Does your pooch need a good cleaning? Take him/her to A Taste of Wine for Wine, Washes & Wet Noses, where h e/she will be washed while you can sit back and enjoy a glass of wine. And finally, at the Schuster Center, listen to the sounds of R&B/jazz artist Lalah Hathaway, with an opening act by the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company.
And now it's time for the Dumb Joke of the Week. Drum roll please…
A three-legged dog walks into a bar and says to the bartender, "I'm looking for the guy who shot my Pa."
These are just a few best bets from the DMM Calendar. There are plenty more events listed there, so if you haven't, I encourage you to check it out today! Also, if you have an event to share or promote, please submit it– it's great marketing and better yet, it's FREE! And finally, if you have a dumb joke to share, I'm all ears!
Have a great week Dayton!


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How to flash Xolo A500 with flash tool? here is the full step by step procedure to flash Xolo A500. The phone has a Qualcomm CPU and can be flash with update tool. Here you can get the download link, file version and flashing process of Xolo A500. Xolo A500 hangs on logo and restart problem can be solved by flashing the phone using update tool.
|Xolo A500 Flashing Procedure
Xolo A500 Firmware
Xolo A500 Driver (Must Install)
XOLO A500 USB Driver 32bit ver2.0.rar
Xolo A500 Flashing Procedure
- First install the Xolo A500 USB Driver (Important)
|Xolo A500 Qualcomm CPU Driver Successfully Installed
- Now extract the flash file or firmware you have downloaded
- Go to the firmware folder, then open Update Tool
- Select Repair Mode and Select rawprogram0.xml in the SW -->modem folder
- Connect the phone using USB cable by holding the Both Volume Key
|Xolo A500 Update process starts
- Now Click on Start and wait till finish the process
|Xolo A500 Successfully Update with update tool
Note: Battery should be 50% or above. As the above procedure to flash Xolo A500 is tested and working fine but try at your own risk, we are not responsible for any damage to your phone.


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Heroes of Terrinoth - кооперативна настолна игра
Брой играчи: 1 - 4
Времетраене: 30 - 60 мин
Възраст: 14+
Heroes of Terrinoth is a cooperative card game of questing and adventure that invites you and up to three allies to take on the role of unique heroes, choosing from twelve distinct and powerful heroes, split between four archetypes — healer, warrior, mage, and scout. These archetypes are further diversified into different classes that your heroes can pursue as your power grows. Regardless of which archetype and class you embrace, you and your friends must combine your powers, leaning on one another's strengths to survive your journeys and defeat the enemies who stand against you. Over the course of eight thrilling quests, you will face villainous foes, battle deadly creatures, and save the realm!
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Adam Heyd is a partner in the firm's Seattle office where he is a member of our Corporate practice area and M&A practice group. His practice focuses on corporate and transactional law, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, securities law compliance, corporate governance and venture capital financings.
Prior to joining the firm, Adam was an associate in the Hong Kong office of an international law firm for more than three years. From 2010-2014, he was an associate in the Hong Kong and Singapore offices of another international law firm.
Adam completed a six-month secondment to the corporate finance team at Citigroup in Hong Kong, focusing on the management of debt and equity capital markets transactions, various other financings and mergers and acquisitions.
- "Opinion: Headwinds on the horizon for private equity M&A," The Puget Sound Business Journal, July 2023


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A couple of weeks ago, we reviewed the impressive Cherry Mobile W900 LTE. While carefully scrutinizing the first local LTE phone, we received another equally interesting phone from Cherry, the Rave 2.0
You are lucky, for tonight, you will not just see our unboxing photos and read our first impressions about this device. We will also give this phone away! Hold your horse though, dnd don't you dare scroll down immediately because you will most the juice or reasons why you should be excited to win this smartphone!
There's nothing too special to see inside the retail box of Cherry Mobile Rave 2.0. The star isn't the box and its contents so that can easily be forgiven. There's no free microSD card, case or even a screen protector. Here are the things you can find inside the box:
- Cherry Mobile Rave 2.0
- Charger
- 2400mAh battery
- 3.5mm headphones
- Manual and Warranty Documents
Unboxing Photos
Hardware Specifications
- Display: 5.3″ IPS qHD (540 x 960)
- SoC: MediaTek 6589 1.2Ghz quad-core CPU, with PowerVR SGX 544M GPU
- Internal Storate: 4GB (expandable up to 32gb via microSD slot)
- Main/Rear camera: 13 megapixel with AF and LED flash
- Secondary/Front camera: 5 megapixel
- Connectivity: dual-sim (dual standby 3G, HSPA+), Wifi b/g/n, NFC, Bluetoot 2.1
- Battery: 2400mAh
- Software: Android Jellybean 4.2.1
First Impressions
The 2nd iteration of Rave is significantly better than its predecessor. It's really a huge step up – you will probably remember that Rave 1.0 only had 256mb RAM and 1Ghz single-core Snapdragon S1 processor.
The new Rave is much bigger too than the 1st one. The old one only has 3.5″ screen, while the new one has a whopping 5.3″ IPS qHD display. We're astounded with its screen quality, and judging from its spectacular viewing angles, Rave 2.0 indeed has an IPS display. We really look forward on posting our review pretty soon!
As for its looks, Rave 2.0's body is made of semi-matte material. The body's design extends to its sides, giving the phone a uniform and minimalist look. Off the bat, Rave 2.0's design reminds me of the first Flare; although Rave 2.0 is much bigger.
The new Rave is now categorized as a mid-range phablet. It is imperative for a phone in such a category to have buttons strategically placed on finger-accessible areas. Rave 2.0 did not disappoint us on this aspect. The sleep/wake button is conveniently placed on the phone's right-hand side, while the volume rockers are on its left. All ports can be found on the top-portion of the device. Its well-lit capacitive buttons are just below its 5.3″ display respectively, while its 5mp secondary camera and sensors are beside its earpiece.
The smartphone is packed with 13mp camera with autofocus. It's partnered with an LED flash. We still have yet to test its photo and video capturing capabilities. So far, we are more impressed with the videos rather then the photos we took.
Another thing that makes this phone even more interesting is its NFC-capability feature. This has an NFC chip embedded on its cover. You can practically pair your NFC accessories like the BS-1, which Cherry Mobile sells. If W900 LTE is #LTEngBayan, we would like to confidently call this as #NFCngBayan.
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During our initial tests, its UI and processing power are somewhat expected for a 5.3″ phone with a MTK6589 processor. It's fast, but lags a bit on graphics-heavy games like Modern Combat 4 and Real Racing 3. We'll post video on our review soon. UI looks good, but I honestly think that the lockscreen needs more improvement.
[su_pullquote align="right"]Did you know that Cherry Mobile recently partnered with Celltick so they can install Start lockscreen technology across their complete range of devices?[/su_pullquote]
We are excited to review this product. There are lots of things to cover and share with you guys, so you better watch out for it soon. And to make things a little more exciting for all of you and to celebrate my birthday, we are going to raffle off a Cherry Mobile Rave 2.0 on March 23, 2014! You may now cast your entries below until March 22, and we shall announce the winner on the 23rd!
Giancarlo Viterbo is a Filipino Technology Journalist, blogger and Editor of gadgetpilipinas.net, He is also a Geek, Dad and a Husband. He knows a lot about washing the dishes, doing some errands and following instructions from his boss on his day job. Follow him on twitter: @gianviterbo and @gadgetpilipinas.