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Richard Wetherald, a research meteorologist at NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL), writes a press release on a paper he has written on global warming that will soon be published in the prestigious Geophysical Research Letters. But a few days after submitting the press release, NOAA press officer Jana Goldman informs him that the release has been rejected. The reason provided by NOAA is that since the journal will be sending out its own press release, there is no need for NOAA to do one as well. Wetherald doesn't buy it. According to Wetherald, NOAA would not be duplicating efforts because while the journal's press release will be written in technical jargon, the NOAA release he drafted is written in language that is more accessible to the public. [New Jersey Star-Ledger, 10/1/2006]
Entity Tags: Jana Goldman, Richard Wetherald
Timeline Tags: Global Warming
When USGS hydrologist Christopher Milly submits a draft press release about a recent article on the increased risk of extreme flooding due to global warming, he is warned by a USGS press officer that the release might cause problems at the White House due to the sensitive nature of its topic. The news release would generate "great problems with the department," Milly is advised. As predicted, the release is rejected by the Department of the Interior on grounds that the journal Nature will probably be publishing its own release about the article. [Washington Post, 4/6/2006; Union of Concern Scientists and Government Accountability Project, 1/30/2007, pp. 33 ] However, it has been noted (see, e.g., (April 2001)) that government press releases issued in conjunction with releases published by scientific journals are helpful to the public because government issued releases tend to be written in a language that it more accessible.
Entity Tags: US Department of Interior, Christopher Milly, US Geological Service
In an email exchange between Richard Wetherald, a research meteorologist at
NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL), and NOAA public affairs staffer Jana Goldman, Wetherald complains that the Department of Commerce appears to be turning down press releases that have to do with global warming issues. In the following exchange, Wetherald refers to a study he recently co-authored (see October 5, 2002) on the potential impact global warming might have on soil moisture and run-off rates. In his email, he writes, "I have not bothered to write a draft NOAA press release since the last time it was turned down by the Dept. of Commerce (see (April 2001)). Apparently at that time, greenhouse or global warming papers were considered to be the literary equivalent of 'persona non grata' by the current administration. I assume that this is still the case? I don't want to waste both of our times if it is. Anyway, here is the summary for your information. Please let me know if this policy has changed." Goldman replies: "What I think I may do is pass the abstract along downtown and see what they think. I agree with you, the attitude seems to have changed regarding climate change, but let's also avoid doing unnecessary
work if it's not going to go anywhere." Wetherald says in response: "That sounds like a sensible idea. If by some miracle, you can use it as a NOAA press release, this would be fine as long as it contains the basic conclusions in the summary that I sent. I will certainly help out if it comes to that…" Goldman then writes: "I sent the abstract down to see if it would fly—if so, we would have to draft a release, but at least we would know that it would go through and our work would not be in vain." [Union of Concern Scientists and Government Accountability Project, 1/30/2007, pp. 31-33 ]
Entity Tags: Richard Wetherald, US Department of Commerce, Jana Goldman
The US Department of Commerce rejects a news release about an article on global warming written by NOAA research meteorologist Richard Wetherald. No reason is provided. This is the second time a news release written on an article by Wetherald has been rejected. The first time was in 2001 (see (April 2001)) [New Jersey Star-Ledger, 10/1/2006]
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The NOAA announces in a press release that it has awarded "over $3.4 million to Princeton University for Climate…' as envisioned in the Bush administration's Climate Change Research Initiative.'" The release was coordinated with Princeton, which also issues a press release. In an email sent before the release, Steve Mayle, administrative officer of the NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, wrote, "George [Philander, a Princeton professor and researcher] said the University would probably issue its own press release. If that turns out to be the case, we should put your press people in touch with our press people so that they can coordinate the issuance of the releases." In other instances where a proposed NOAA press release would have mirrored a release being issued by another organization, the NOAA has rejected the release, citing unnecessary duplication (see, e.g., (April 2001) and 2002). In those cases, the press releases concerned studies that undercut the Bush administration's position on global warming. [Maassarani, 3/27/2007, pp. 30 ]
Entity Tags: Steve Mayle
The US Department of Commerce blocks publication of a news release about an article on global warming written by NOAA research meteorologist Richard Wetherald. No reason is provided. This is the third time the DOC has rejected a news release written about an article by Wetherald. The other two times were in 2001 and 2002 (see (April 2001) and Fall 2002, respectively). [New Jersey Star-Ledger, 10/1/2006]
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MAHOPAC — As he accepted the offensive MVP award at midfield on Monday, Cornwall wide receiver Alex Cruz thought about busting a move.
MAHOPAC — As he accepted the offensive MVP award at midfield on Monday, Cornwall wide receiver Alex Cruz thought about busting a move.
His his name is Cruz, after all, like Giants receiver Victor Cruz, and so Alex often gets asked by teammates and classmates to break into a salsa dance after touchdowns. This was prime time, everyone was watching, but Cruz again took a pass on the showboat shtick.
If he obliged, though, it might have been some dance party.
Cruz set a Section 9 single-game receiving record with 285 yards on 11 catches in Cornwall's 34-13 win over Somers in the quarterfinals of the state Class A tournament.
A week after throwing for a Section 9-record 500 yards in a win over Wallkill in the Class A title game, Cornwall quarterback Mike White completed 20 of 31 passes for 435 yards and three touchdowns.
"I would do the dance, but these are really big games, and I can't get a flag in these games," Cruz said. "So I'd rather not do it. I like it, it's cool. But I can't do it during these games. When I had the MVP plaque I thought about it, but coach would get mad."
Coach Marcus Hughes playfully deep-sixed the idea of Section 9's version of a Cruz salsa dance at the start of the year. Cruz has not let his coach down. Salsa dance or not, once again, Cruz provided the excitement.
Cruz caught eight passes for 206 yards against Wallkill on Nov. 4 in Kingston in a 53-0 win. His performance against Somers (10-1) broke Newburgh Free Academy's Shelan Baynes' Section 9 single-game record of 277 yards, on five catches, two years ago. The state record of 305 yards was set by Sayville's Derek Smith in 1972.
Cruz needs 122 yards to break the Section 9 record for receiving yards in a season, set by Warwick's John Babin (1,211) three seasons ago.
The White-to-Cruz connection helped Cornwall (11-0) earn a rematch against Albany-area power Burnt Hills in the state semifinals at 8 p.m. Friday in Kingston. Burnt Hills defeated Cornwall 35-14 in last year's semifinals.
"My wide receivers caught the ball, my linemen blocked for me," said White, a junior. "Even though it was a hard day to do it, they did it. As for Alex, he's just fast, he can catch. I just know he will always be there for me."
Cornwall, the sixth-ranked Class A team in the state, took a 7-0 lead on its first drive of the game, scoring on a 3-yard run by Luke Zsido. White hit Cruz with an 82-yard bomb with 5:00 left in the second quarter and Cornwall led 14-0 at halftime.
Somers trimmed the lead to 14-6 on a 3-yard run by Joe Lombardo with 49 seconds left in the third quarter, marking the first time Cornwall's defense had given up a point in 10 quarters.
On Cornwall's next play, White hit Cruz for a 78-yard touchdown up the right sideline. Cruz bobbled the ball at midfield, but gathered it, sprinting untouched for the score.
"I saw that was a good pass, I just bobbled it," Cruz said. "The defensive back tried hitting it out of my hand, but I just focused on the ball. I just caught it and ran. We just executed today."
White added a 41-yard touchdown throw to Chris Bauer in the fourth quarter, and Jeff Grygiel scored on a 5-yard run.


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It may have took a extra innings and a close play at the plate at Coca-Cola Field, but the Bisons got their third straight win thanks to a Nick Evans single in the bottom of the tenth to get the 2-1 win over the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
After having the first two batters of the tenth strike out, Jorge Padilla kept Buffalo's hopes alive when he singled to left to extend the inning. Valentino Pascucci drew a four pitch walk to bring Evans up to bat. Evans swung a hot bat all night and was 2-4 with a double and a single prior to his plate appearance in the tenth.
Iron Pigs pitcher Michael Schwimmer put the first pitch to Evans in the dirt. Evans received a pitch to hit after and took full advantage of it. He ripped a sharp liner to left fielder Chris Aguila. Padilla, who was on second base got a good jump on the ball and looked like he was going to score easily. Rounding third base however Padilla stumbled a little on the bag making the play at the plate a lot closer than originally thought. Padilla recovered nicely though and beat the throw from Aguila to give the Bisons the win in bonus baseball.
The Herd however, would not have taken the game to extra innings if it had not been for Fernando Martinez. In the seventh inning with the Bisons trailing 1-0, F-Mart got his team on the board when he swatted his 12th homer of the season off of Iron Pigs starting pitcher Vance Worley. Martinez wasted no time as he took the first offering from Worley and crushed it deep to right center field to knot the game up at one apiece.
Worley gave the Iron Pigs a quality start as he tossed 7.2 innings while only giving up five hits and the one run by way of F-Mart's home run.
For the Herd Fernando Nieve gave Buffalo 3.2 innings in his go-around tonight. Nieve was a reliever with the Mets and was on designated assignment in Buffalo and needed to be stretched out, thus his short outing tonight. Nieve made good work in his 65 pitch start by giving up two hits and the lone run Lehigh Valley would score on the night.
The bullpen for the Herd picked up the extra amount of innings with ease. After getting a good deal of rest when Ramon Ortiz went the distance Friday night and Pat Misch got through eight innings last night, the pen mowed down the bats of Lehigh Valley. Combining to throw 6.1 innings, Jose De La Torre, Mike O'Connor, Chad Cordero and Ryota Igarashi allowed three hits and no runs.
With their winning streak the Herd now improve their record to 55-53 while the Iron Pigs drop to 44-65 on the season.


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However, this is also a topic that provokes a lot of emotion in people; that's understandable. As someone who has had two cesareans herself, it still makes me bitter to think about decisions I could've made differently, ways I trusted my doctor when I shouldn't have, and just how I could've managed my care better throughout the whole process. When I start going down that road, though, I realize a couple things: none of it matters anymore since I can't change it; my choices have led me on a complicated, sometimes stressful journey to this point; and I can direct my energy into advocating for women and educating people about the subject.
Ultimately we as women have to put those emotions aside when we examine raw data that leads us to one conclusion: the cesarean rate is too damned high. All kidding aside, it continues to put moms and babies at risk, sometimes in ways that are clearly apparent from the onset, and sometimes far into the future. How can we change things? By looking at the data, being open-minded about statistics and what they mean, attempting to understand why it's not necessarily a good thing and what can be done about it. Freaking out and attacking people, or feeling like you've been attacked when you clearly haven't, doesn't really fit into that equation.
Case in point: today on FaceBook CR shared this graphic.
|Source: Consumer Reports FaceBook page
Right off the bat, the first comment mentioned something we've all heard before: My child and I would've died had we not had a cesarean, and it doesn't make me any less of a mother.
A couple things: where in this graphic does it mention that you're less of a mother because you had a cesarean? Where is it even implied?
Either this person has been repeatedly approached or attacked by a-holes who advocate for nothing but vaginal birth (which is possible, but really) or she has some underlying issues regarding the defensiveness of her cesarean (which in and of itself is okay - it's okay to grieve the 'loss' of a vaginal birth that you may have preferred or desired, and no one should tell you to just get over that).
All it is is a statistic. A number that reflects that things have changed since 1970. Nothing more, nothing less. Consumer Reports is not in the business to make people feel bad; they just present the numbers and hopefully make us think, why? What's going on here?
Instead of showing emotions and having temper tantrums, we need to ask, why is this? What has changed since then? It's not a neat and tidy answer that can be best summed up in a few words, so you as the listener have to be open-minded about what you may hear if someone tries to explain it to you.
Aside from ongoing dialogue on a basic level such as this - with the understanding and acceptance that even laypeople who are not physicians can quantify and understand the risk factors and weigh the risks and benefits - there needs to be a continued dialogue between doctor and patient. Informed consent in making these choices is often a huge problem, and if patients have not done their research they have no information to compare it to. Just saying "I would've died" is not enough, in the sense that you may not be aware that your doctor has a high induction/cesarean rate, prefers all his patients to labor with epidurals, does not support VBAC and turns around and writes "cesarean done by maternal request" in your medical chart that you will never see, even though you very much did not want that c-section but did what your doctor thought was best.
That is not to say that all doctors are unethical slobs who just want to speed the process along, but no one can deny that it is a problem. Overmanagement of care and excessive treatment can expose both mothers and babies to increased risk, and without access to information through campaigns such as these, you may never know the difference. No one should be sharing information with the intent to shame someone, but neither is putting those shocking numbers out there calling anyone's motherhood capabilities into question.
Secondly, challenging someone on the ideology of "my child and I could've died had I not had a cesarean" is bound to open up a can of worms. No one should be made to feel like they have to explain or justify what happened, and sometimes yes, that cesarean was very much warranted and mom very much was in control of the situation.
Sometimes, however, when they do explain, it's clear there was more at play and the reasons behind it were likely caused by the physician himself, a phenomenom that is not unique to obstetrics. This is an important crossroad that we need to consider, especially as we attempt to move towards universal healthcare. It reveals the motivations of some physicians and should call into question our relative difficulty in questioning their authority. Therein lies the problem: in order to understand the rising rates, we must go back a step and understand the primary reasons they happen in the first place. We need to be our own advocates, do our homework and ask questions. Instead of getting mad, we need to stop feeling blamed and look at this data objectively, asking ourselves, Why is this happening? What has changed?
More reading:
Studies find pregnant women with prior cesarean choose the delivery method preferred by their doctor - VBAC Facts
I didn't realize the pressure to have a c-section until I was about to deliver - The Washington Post
Top ten signs your doctor is planning to perform an unnecessary cesarean on you - Frisco Women's Health


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ADVANCE FOR SUNDAY, JAN. 27 - In this April 12, 2012 photo, state police investigators sift through dirt and debris at a dig site off Vermont 15 near Lang Farm in Essex, Vt., in what Essex Police Chief Brad LaRose described as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of William and Lorraine Currier, who went missing June 2011. After confessing to killing a 18-year old woman in Alaska, Israel Keyes is suspected of killing Bill and Lorraine Currier. Keyes was found dead in his cell on Dec. 2, 2012. Investigators have used Keyes' financial and travel records to piece together a timeline of his whereabouts from Oct. 4, 2004, to March 13, 2012. He traveled throughout the United States and made short trips into Canada and Mexico. (AP Photo/The Burlington Free Press, Ryan Mercer) MAGS OUT; MANDATORY CREDIT; NO SALES; ONLINE OUT


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Neu: Molecular Systems Biology a first in systems biology publishing
(16.05.2005) The European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) and Nature Publishing Group (NPG) announce the launch of Molecular Systems Biology. This new online journal aims to fill a gap in the current literature. The first journal to be dedicated solely to the emerging fields of molecular systems biology and synthetic biology, Molecular Systems Biology is also the first publication to implement pioneering new systems biology technologies in the presentation of articles and their associated data.
Molecular Systems Biology publishes papers describing the properties and behavior of complex biological systems in terms of molecular components and their interactions. The scope extends to functional genomics, structural genomics, metabolomics and synthetic biology. Early published papers include:
A global view of pleiotropy and phenotypically derived gene function in yeast
A coherent feed-forward loop with a SUM input function prolongs flagella expression in Escherichia coli
Integrative analysis of genome-wide experiments in the context of a large high-throughput data compendium.
The journal also represents a first in technology. Unlike other journals in the field, Molecular Systems Biology uses innovative technology to allow formal, unambiguous descriptions of biological systems and the sharing of related data sets. This enables readers to use data for their own experiments and simulations, and encourages collaboration. Molecular Systems Biology is currently the only journal in the field to accommodate authors submitting data sets in Systems Biology Mark-Up Language (SBML) and CellML, widely-used XML-based exchange formats for representing biological processes and communicating related data. Users can import SBML or CellML files and run their own simulations, or use the data in other relevant applications. In addition, Molecular Systems Biology will be the first NPG journal to host figures with Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG), a language for describing two-dimensional graphics and graphical applications in XML.
Molecular Systems Biology also aims to provide a forum for dialogue within the community on standards for data quality, format and exchange. The journal features a Feedback Forum to encourage users to comment on published articles and data. Both authors and Senior Editors will respond to comments, creating a dynamic platform for constructive debate. Each debate will be moderated by the in-house editorial team based at EMBO and will be citable through a unique DOI. The team of highly regarded Senior Editors comprises Ruedi Aebersold, Peer Bork, George Church, Leroy Hood and Edison Liu. These Senior Editors are supported by an in-house Editor, Astrid Lunkes, based at the EMBO offices in Heidelberg.
Molecular Systems Biology is an open-access journal another first for EMBO and NPG and an important catalyst for data-sharing. Publication costs will be met, in part, by a publication charge for each accepted article. The charge of £1700 () per article can be waived for authors who can justify that they are unable to bear the costs of publication, and also for authors from low-income countries.


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Marine Biology BSc (Hons)
About this Course
We are increasingly aware of the value of marine organisms for food, medicine and other products as well as for their role in influencing the climate. Marine Biology is the study of organisms that occupy 95% of the biosphere of our planet, living in conditions ranging from the polar seas (below -2℃) to hydrothermal vents (greater than 100℃). The majority of phyla are found in the oceans; the sizes of organisms range from the smallest micro-organism on the planet to the largest invertebrates (giant squid) and mammals (blue whales). This very popular course allows you to study the fundamental aspects of the biology of marine life as well as more specialised aspects such as aquaculture, fisheries and marine biotechnology.
Geological Oceanographers are required to tackle issues such as climate and sea-level change, coastal erosion, marine pollution, waterway siltation and offshore engineering related to cable/pipelines routes, renewable energy infrastructure and oil and gas exploration.
Placement Year
This course is available as a 4-year 'with Placement Year' option. Please apply for Marine Biology with Placement Year BSc C16P.
You will be expected to find and arrange a suitable placement to complement your degree, and will be fully supported throughout by a dedicated member of staff at your academic School and the University's Skills and Employability Services. Find out more about 'with Placement Year' courses here.
The placement year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. The Placement Year is undertaken at the end of the second year and students are away for the whole of the academic year. The minimum period in placement (at one or more locations) is seven calendar months; more usually you would spend 10-12 months with a placement provider. You would normally start sometime in the period June to September of your second year and finish between June and September the following year. Placements can be UK-based or overseas and you will work with staff to plan and finalise the placement arrangements.
There is also a 4-year Master of Marine Biology MSci option available. In Year 4 of the Master of Marine Biology, you will carry out a substantial piece of research which forms your Year 4 dissertation.
Why choose Bangor University for this course?
- Our School is one of the largest university centres teaching Marine Sciences in Britain and is among the biggest in Europe.
- We are situated within a few metres of the sea, ideal for developing your skills in collecting data in estuaries, on the sea shore and at sea.
- We have a £3.5m ocean-going research ship which you will use during your studies.
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Course Content
For more on studying degree courses see our Study at Bangor section.
The course typically involves up to 30 hours per week of lectures, practicals (laboratory and fieldwork), private study, tutorials and project work. Many modules include day field trips. In year 2 there is a day trip and a field course based on the research vessel and in year 3 hypothesis testing exercises are undertaken during the intertidal field project. You also have the option of an overseas field course in Virginia, USA. Your practical work is continually assessed and examination of each module is by multiple choice questions (MCQ), laboratory tests and written examinations. The dissertation is assessed by a presentation and a report.
What will you study on this course?
Please see below.
Modules for the current academic year
Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Marine Biology Modules page.
Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.
Careers and Employability
The course is ideal preparation for careers in research, conservation, marine resource management, fisheries and aquaculture, government advisory bodies, the scientific media, ecotourism and other leisure industries and pressure groups and many unrelated areas that require analytical skills.
Employability and the School of Ocean Sciences
The School of Ocean Science's 'hands on' approach to teaching is well known in the marine science community and we have close links with offshore industries which employ many of our graduates.
Employers know that Bangor graduates have practical as well as theoretical skills.
An Ocean Science degree not only provides sound scientific knowledge of the marine environment, but places strong emphasis on the key skills which are highly regarded by employers.
Depending on their degree and specialist module choices, graduates from the School of Ocean Sciences can apply for jobs in:
- Coastal and water resource management
- Environmental impact assessment
- Environmental toxicology
- Pollution monitoring/treatment and waste disposal management
- Coastal and offshore engineering, hydrography
- Remote sensing
- Sea bed exploration and surveying
- Research institutes
- Universities
- Water companies
- Government laboratories (including Environmental Agency and CEFAS)
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Oil and gas industries
- Aquaculture industries
- Marine conservation
- Fisheries
- Ecotourism
- Fish and shellfish culture
- Oceangraphic institutes
- Marine environmental impact studies
- Hydrocarbon companies
- Marine environmental consultancy
- The Environment Agency
- Policy Making (e.g the European Union)
- Regulatory Authorities
Opportunities at Bangor
The University's Skills and Employability Service provides a wide range of resources to help you achieve your graduate ambitions. Developing your personal skills and enhancing your employability while at university is becoming increasingly important in today's job market.
The Bangor Employability Award (BEA) and Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR)
The Bangor Employability Award enables students to build on their transferable skills through the recognition of activities they become involved in during their university life. Students can gain points towards the award through extra-curricular activities such as volunteering, attending workshops or actively participating in the Students' Union's clubs and societies.
The HEAR is a final graduation report that all undergraduates receive. The report itemises all academic achievements and additional extra and co-curricular achievements. Academic achievements appear on the report automatically and students are able to note their eligible activities by using the online platform 'My Employability Hub'. This ensures that future employers are made aware of the additional skills the student has gained outside of the curriculum.
The Award is open to everyone and taking part in the scheme can make a major difference to your performance in the graduate job market.
Bangor University runs undergraduate and postgraduate internship schemes twice a year, which allow students to work in a professional environment while learning relevant skills and earning money.
Internships offer valuable experience in a professional workplace and there are a range of internships you can get involved in.
Student Volunteering
Not only is volunteering worthwhile – it also improves your employability and widens your experience.
The Students' Union has a dedicated Student Volunteering Office (SVB) which currently contributes a total of 600 hours each week, promoting a close relationship between the university and the local community. Find out more on the Student Volunteering pages of the Bangor Student's Union website.
TARGETconnect - Working while you StudyThe Skills and Employability Service offers support to students searching for employment during and after their studies.
- Graduate jobs – Local, National and International
- Full-time, part time, permanent and temporary jobs
- Work experience / internships
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Entry Requirements
For 2021 entry:
GCSE: grade C/4 in English, Maths and Double Award Science.
Typical offer is based on a minimum 120 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
- A Levels (including Biology and usually 1 other science subject - Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science/Studies, Economics, Psychology; excluding General Studies)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (including Biology)
- BTEC National/Extended Diploma in Applied Science**: DDM
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical / Extended Diploma in Environmental Conservation or Countryside & Environmental**: Distinction
- Access to HE Science**: Pass
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma is not accepted
International Candidates: school leaving qualifications and college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information here.
We also welcome applications from mature applicants.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Similar subject areas may be considered on a case by case basis.
For 2020 entry:
GCSE: grade C/4 in English, Maths and Double Award Science.
Typical offer is based on a minimum 120 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
- A Levels (including Biology and usually 1 other science subject - Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science/Studies, Economics, Psychology; excluding General Studies)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (including Biology)
- BTEC National/Extended Diploma in Applied Science**: DDM
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical / Extended Diploma in Environmental Conservation or Countryside & Environmental**: Distinction
- Access to HE Science**: Pass
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma is not accepted
International Candidates: school leaving qualifications and college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information here.
We also welcome applications from mature applicants.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Similar subject areas may be considered on a case by case basis.
General University entry requirements
We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.
All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.
As part of the University's policy we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.
To study a degree, diploma or certificate course you'll be asked for a minimum of UCAS Tariff points. For a fuller explanation of the UCAS Tariff Points, please see www.ucas.com
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- If you attend your Graduation Ceremony, there will be a cost for gown hire (£25-£75) and cost for guest tickets (£12 each).
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Cost for optional residential Year 3 fieldcourse to VIMS, USA. Cost will vary depending on flight costs. Approximate cost £700.
The School of Ocean Sciences is based in Menai Bridge, c. 1.5 miles from Bangor and the halls of residence. Most classes are held on the Bangor site, but some laboratory practicals are held in Menai Bridge (typically 6-10 per semester). Travel to these are covered in Year 1, but not in subsequent years. Many walk or cycle between the venues, but some opt for public or private transport. Approximate cost if latter two options taken: £40/year.
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Read our advice on how to draft a winning personal statement or watch our video guide.
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You should keep an eye on your application on UCAS 'Track'. Offers from universities will appear on track and you will be able to accept or decline offers.
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Why study at the School of Ocean Sciences?
- The School of Ocean Sciences is one of the largest university centres teaching Marine Sciences in Britain and is among the biggest in Europe
- We are situated within a few metres of the sea, ideal for developing your skills in collecting data in estuaries, on the sea shore and at sea
- We have a £3.5m ocean-going research ship called Prince Madog
- The School was rated 'excellent' in the most recent UK-wide assessment of teaching quality and
- We gained 4 out of 5 in the Research Assessment Exercise
- Our excellent facilities include tropical marine, temperature marine and freshwater aquaria, an algal culture unit and specialised nutrition and microbiological laboratories.
- Bangor's location makes it an ideal place to study terrestrial and aquatic habitats, with easy access to both the mountains and the sea for field trips
- Seabird, seal and dolphin populations are resident and accessible for field study
- The teaching laboratories in the School of Ocean Sciences are a few metres from the sea, enabling you to collect marine animals and study them in the laboratory in the same practical period
- We have an innovative approach to teaching – including plenty of 'hands on' practical work.
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We have been awarded a Gold rating, the highest rating possible, for the standarad of our teaching in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) assessment. The TEF assessment took into account teaching quality, learning environment and student outcomes and learning gain. We were judged to deliver consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for our students and our teaching is of the highest quality found in the UK.
Enjoy a university experience that's amongst the best in the UK
The guaranteed accommodation, student support, low cost of living and stunning location all contribute towards this.
Take advantage of the Bangor Student Experience with free membership of student clubs and societies, a new international experience programme and employability award scheme.
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Choose to study in one of the best places in the UK to be a student. Bangor's location – close to the mountains and the sea - has been described as 'the best university setting in the UK'.
Bangor is the most affordable place in the UK to be a student (TotalMoney 2019).
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Benefit from continued investment in facilities and services – with Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre, Halls of Residence, and improved sports facilities amongst recent developments.
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We guarantee accommodation for first year students who apply within the deadline and hold Bangor as their Firm Choice.
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Will the Rays win another game this season? Is the question really that ridiculous? Last night the Orioles continued to stake their claim as the fourth best team in the AL East, with a 5-4 win over Tampa Bay. The loss was a season-high ninth straight for the Rays. It also marked the 56th time this season that the Rays have lost a game in which they held a lead. This time they jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the second only to give back five runs in the fourth and fifth innings. Jason Hammel cruised through the first three innings but couldn't hold the lead and was pulled with one out in the fifth. It was yet another opportunity for one of the Rays' young pitchers to step up and make a case for being included in the 2007 rotation. And yet again, that young pitcher failed to impress. The Rays did get runners to third base in both the seventh and eighth innings but couldn't score and loss number 94 was in the books. And with only 11 games remaining and six of those versus the Yankees and Red Sox, the Rays will have a hard time avoiding 100 losses. They would have to go 6-5 the rest of the way to avoid the dubious mark. This would mark the third time in franchise history that the team lost 100 games, and first since the
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In 2007, Kimball was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and was forced to abandon his racing program mid-season. Today Kimball is the only American professional open-wheeled racing driver with diabetes.
Remarkably, in 2008, Kimball returned to the cockpit and claimed a podium finish in his first race back in the car. Today, Kimball continues to compete in some of the most competitive racing categories in the world, proving that living with diabetes does not have to restrict him from traveling at speeds of more than 150 miles an hour and fulfilling his dream.
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- Select the statistics you want, and replace the 'SETI@home server' address with
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You must enter the URL exactly as shown here - i.e. no http:// at the front, and the question mark at the end is required (the stats won't download without it).
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- All statistics are truncated to the nearest whole number.
- Due to the different way statistics are calculated, it's possible that some software may be unable to cope with these large numbers. Some scaling of results will be implemented if this proves to be a problem.
- This is not a real-time feed. It is generated from the database that runs the main statistics sites.
This has been tested with SetiTEAM 2.1i. It may be possible to use this with other SETI@home statistics programs and scripts, either directly, or with a little modification.
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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that in fiscal year 2010, there were 1,334,693 animals in research. This number included dogs, cats, nonhuman primates, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, pigs and sheep. It does not include rats of the genus Rattus, mice of the genus Mus, or birds—despite the fact that these animals make up the overwhelming majority of animals in research.
Studies with animals include basic research such as genetics, developmental biology and behavioral work, as well as applied research such as biomedical research, xenotransplantation (the transplantation of living cells, tissues or organs from one species to another), and toxicology and drug testing. In addition to research and testing, education is conducted with animals.
Overall, while research with a few species such as hamsters and rabbits appears to be trending down, the number of species other than rats and mice in research is at a five-year high. The number of nonhuman primates in research has increased, as has research conducted with fish, particularly zebrafish.
The number of rats and mice in research is believed to be increasing dramatically—in large part due to studies involving genetic modification. Estimates regarding the number of rats, mice and birds in research range from 25 million to over 100 million. As these animals are excluded from protection under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), there is no accounting to the USDA or any other federal agency of these millions of lives that are sacrificed for research, testing and teaching.
A tremendous number of rodents in research are the product of genetic engineering. Often the goal is to more closely mimic human diseases. There are welfare issues associated with breeding such animals (a large number of surplus animals are generated to achieve a small number with the desired genome), as well as issues encountered during the conduct of the research—as these animals have a strong potential for suffering and experience high premature death rates.
Most animals sold for research purposes are bred specifically for this purpose. Commercial breeders are licensed "Class A" by the USDA and required to meet minimum standards under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). Other animals are wild-caught—among them birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians and some mammals as diverse as nonhuman primates, opossum, and deer mice. USDA-licensed "Class B" dealers also serve as middlemen, acquiring animals from other sources and then selling the animals to laboratories. Some dogs and cats are acquired directly from municipal pounds.
All animals in research should be treated as humanely as possible. Rats, mice and birds, in particular, deserve the legal protection afforded other species via the Animal Welfare Act. Researchers doing work with any animal species should use the "3R's" as their guiding principles: replacement (substitution with non-animal methods), reduction (methods of obtaining data using fewer animals), and refinement (methods that alleviate or minimize animal suffering and enhance animal welfare).


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Broederschap, a Dutch word which in the 16th-18th centuries meant the meeting of the Broeders (male members of the church), who, usually after the service had finished, were asked to stay in the meetinghouse to decide on special questions as, for example, to choose preachers, elders, and deacons, to pronounce or lift the ban; nowadays this word, an equivalent of the English "brotherhood," is often used to indicate the Mennonite Church in Holland as a whole (Doopsgezinde Broederschap).
See also Brethren, Brotherhood and Bruderschaft.
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Zijpp, Nanne van der. "Broederschap." Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. 1953. Web. 1 Oct 2020. https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Broederschap&oldid=110583.
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Zijpp, Nanne van der. (1953). Broederschap. Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. Retrieved 1 October 2020, from https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Broederschap&oldid=110583.
Adapted by permission of Herald Press, Harrisonburg, Virginia, from Mennonite Encyclopedia, Vol. 1, p. 433. All rights reserved.
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The cucumber first originated from India and is a type of gourd, it grows on a creeping vine which produces the cucumber fruit that has a high water content.
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Holley is a company that truly defines automotive performance. Founded in Bradford, Pennsylvania in 1896 by two brothers as a vehicle manufacturer – they quickly turned to carburetors in 1904. By 1905, they were based in Detroit, and before long they were churning out innovative carbs for the Model T. Within 20 years, they owned over 50% of the world wide OEM carb market. Moving to Bowling Green, Kentucky in the mid 1950s, and acquired by Colt Industries in the late 1960s, the company owned the performance carburetor market with an iron first.
In the last 4 years, Holley not only emerged from bankruptcy protection, but has seen a complete resurgence.
The company struggled under the debt load. In 2008, Holley filed for bankruptcy, and then later in 2009 for Chapter 11 protection, but the company was starting to get it's sea legs. In the last 4 years, Holley not only emerged from bankruptcy protection, but has seen a complete resurgence. With innovative new products like a complete line of LSX parts, a new EFI system, new racing carburetors, and even a new NASCAR-spec throttle body, Holley is now manufacturing parts that people want to buy.
However, more impressive than the products, is the team of gear heads Holley has quietly assembled. Led by new CEO Tom Tomlinson and VP of Marketing Bill Tichenor, Holley has brought in a mix of industry veterans, racers, and enthusiasts like Robin Lawrence, John Sonnefeldt, Liz Miles, and Ricky Best.
Tom Tomlinson is no fool. A gear head and true enthusiast himself, he knew that he needed a crew that was used to having grease under their fingernails. We decided to take some time out of our normally hectic schedule to chat with Tomlinson, and see what the past, present, and future has in store for this company with more than 100 years of performance history.
My first LSX car was a 1999 Corvette fixed roof coupe. I have also had a 2005 Z51 C6 Coupe, a 2007 Z06, a 2004 GTO, a 2004 CTS-V, and a 2010 Camaro.
Tomlinson: "I actually have a little background on that. I had really fallen in love with the LT1 engines, and when the LS1 was first introduced I thought "Oh no, I can't believe GM is abandoning this engine I love so much!" So I actually went out and bought a '97 Firebird Formula coupe so I would have one the last LT1 engines. I obviously had a lot of fun in that car over the years, but somewhere in between I actually got to drive an LS car and I thought "Oh my gosh this is unbelievable."
So that had led to the love of the LS engine.In fact, I had started an LT1 swap into an El Camino, and I halted that in mid-progress to go the LS route. And you know, one thing led to another and I've had a bunch of LS cars now. It really just is the engine of our time, the new Chevy Small Block, if you will."
LSxTV: What LS cars have you yourself owned? Any favorite engine in the LS series?
Tomlinson: "Well as far as LS-cars, my first one was a 1999 Corvette fixed roof coupe. I have also had a 2005 Z51 C6 Coupe, a 2007 Z06, a 2004 GTO, a 2004 CTS-V, and a 2010 Camaro. I also had a 2003 Silverado that had a blower on it. But ironically, I finally went back and bought a 1999 Formula Firebird with an LS, because I've never had an LS1 4th gen. That's what I'm playing with right now. In terms of engine favorites, my LS7 I would have to say is the most fun I've had so far. I haven't had the opportunity of owning an LS9 or LSA yet.
The Z06 was such a fantastic car, and even on a hot day I would take that car to the drag strip and click off 11.80's all day. It's just an incredible car. We're actually using an LS7 block with an LS9 blower for another Holley project that we're working on, a 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix. Haven't driven that yet, but that is probably going to be my favorite. But at this point, based on what I have experienced, the LS7 is my favorite so far."
LSxTV: Wow, that Grand Prix sounds like a cool project. Can you tell us more?
I've even seen people putting LSx motors into a Rolls Royce. They're going into everything. So we wanted to offer our customers parts that make it easier, that solve problems with swapping LS motors.
LSxTV: Holley has a lot of new LSX parts, how have you guys tried to stay ahead of the curve on LSX engine technology?
Tomlinson: "Our role in it has been in a couple of areas. Obviously some of the basic modifications to any engine including getting more air in and out. The throttle bodies, headers, and exhaust components certainly have been part of what we've been doing But the LSx motor has become such a popular motor to swap into vintage chassis, into just about anything frankly including imports and classics. I've even seen people putting LSx motors into a Rolls Royce. They're going into everything. So we wanted to offer our customers parts that make it easier, that solve problems with swapping LS motors.
That has led us to the oil pan that we did, and that fits a wide variety of chassis. We have some engine mount plate kits to give the customer the option of where they want to engine to go in the chassis. We've got some swap headers we're excited about. But with the revitalization of Holley's portfolio, we've been focusing on the Holley brand and Earl's, but we've got the great Hooker brand too, and we've got great things in store for the Hooker brand, starting with LS-powered vehicles."
LSxTV: What LS engine seems to be the most popular with your customers, and what parts are they buying?
Tomlinson: "It's hard for me to say which specific one is the most popular. There are a lot of people building low-buck engines — just picking up junkyard 5.3 liter engines, and making 400+ horsepower. Those engines are very popular with a certain set of budget enthusiasts. There were so many LS2's out there in GTOs, Corvettes, and CTS-V's – that those remain popular.
And now with the new Camaro, parts for the LS3 are very popular as well. As far as parts go, headers remain popular, and our coil covers that give LS engines that big block look have been popular. It's amazing to me that if you paint them orange it gives the engine a vintage look, and if you paint them black or grey it gives them a modern look. The swap oil pans are popular too, and we're working on a lot of other parts for the LS as well."
LSxTV: For a company known for its carburetors, you've had a lot of success working with the new Dominator, Avenger, and HP EFI systems. Can you tell us about the EFI options for the LS engines?
Tomlinson: "We're having tremendous success with the Holley EFI systems. It's a fully self-learned style system,, and it's just amazing how quickly it self-learns. We have an EFI system that is fully compatible with the LS motors. It'll run a a 4l60 or 4l80E automatic transmissions no problem. We've got guys with modern cars like the guy running the Texas Mile that did over 200 mph in his Corvette. He was shooting for 250, but the car broke a wheel at speed and you may have seen that video. We've had success with high horsepower cars, and it will run a distributor less ignition, the drive-by-wire. It's a very good solution for the LS motor."
LSxTV: As you've already mentioned, LS engines are extremely popular for vintage vehicle swaps. What platforms are you focusing on to make these swaps easier?
Tomlinson: "As far as individual platforms, there are obviously some platforms from the 1960's that are very important, and a lot of our parts have been built for those. But we're taking a look at some of the newer platforms that have come along. This would include the G-Body. We built the E-Rod El Camino and I've already mentioned the '87 Grand Prix with the LS7 motor and LS9 blower. So we think the G-bodies are coming along. We also just completed a late A-body, a 1974 Chevelle wagon. Some other platforms that we think will be coming along will be the late 2nd gen Camaros and Firebirds from '74 to '81. There are lots of swaps going into Corvettes, including C1's, C2's, and C3's.
Those are the platforms that come to mind, but we're also doing a Nissan 240sx kit right now. It's a swap that has come hugely popular with the import guys. It seems like you can't pick up an import magazine these days without seeing an RX-7 or Nissan 240sx LS engine swap. We've even seen it in some of the Lexus cars. We're also focusing on trucks, three generations specifically; the 67-72's, the 73-87's, and the 88 on up, there are all opportunities in all of these platforms.We're also working on a swap kit for the early A-bodies.. the 64-67's. We've encountered some issues with those, as the steering gear is different on those then some of the later cars and we don't have a solution for that yet. But we're looking into it now, but right now the steering gear interferes with the oil pan."
LSxTV: What is your favorite feature of the LS engines? What new parts are you coming out with?
Tomlinson: "The LS motor just makes incredible power with the tried-and-true pushrod setup. I love the simplicity and robustness of the LS motors. The simplicity makes it affordable to modify, and the robustness is why you can make 1,800 plus horsepower. What would I change? Technology moves on, and I've noticed that direct injection seems to be incredible technology. It makes big horsepower, big improvements even in fuel mileage, and I think a direct-injected LS would be awesome.
I think GM really needs a 454 LS block that's in aluminum too. In terms of new parts, we've got our new Hi-Ram intake with a modular design. It has a number of different tops. You can use an EFI top with a front-mount throttle body. You can also use a top for dual 4150 Holley carburetors. And there's also a different top set up for 4500 carburetors. And either of those can also take an EFI throttle body and use the manifold for fuel injection. We did that because we noticed there were a lot of guys spending a lot of money on these hi-rise sheet metal intakes, and obviously a cast design is a lot more cost effective so it allows us to get a part to more people."
LSxTV: Sounds like you guys are working on a lot of really cool things over there. Thanks for talking with us. Any parting words?
Tomlinson: "Stay tuned, we're going to keep working on getting out more LS-related parts from Holley!"


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Southampton Center, a new arts and cultural center located at 25 Jobs Lane in the heart of Southampton Village, announced Monday a schedule of free programs to be presented from July 12 to August 25.
The free programming includes a diverse slate of movies, visual art, live music and dance performances, interactive educational workshops and children's programs.
"We are proud to partner with this wonderful group of producing organizations and artists in our inaugural season," said Southampton Center Board Chair J. Whitney Stevens. "This summer we hope to offer an array of programming for everyone to enjoy. It is exciting to engage with the community to define this space for future generations."
Programming for this inaugural summer includes live performances with East End favorites such as Goat on the Boat puppet theater as well as national organizations such as Jazz at Lincoln Center. Southampton Center has partnered with the Hamptons International Film Festival to screen indoor and outdoor films. The film series will feature both classic favorites as well as highly anticipated independent films not yet released in theaters.
In July, an exhibit of photographer Diane Tuft's works and a lighting installation by Bentley Meeker will address critical issues of climate change and personal consumption. David Michalek will also present an excerpt of his renowned Slow Dancing, which has been seen at Lincoln Center and Trafalgar Square in London. August will feature several site-specific experiential installations from Eric Corriel, Wade Kavanaugh & Stephen B. Nguyen, Aurora Robson and Krista Dragomer.
"The Village of Southampton is committed to a cultural use for 25 Jobs Lane and is enthusiastically working with Southampton Center," Mayor Mark Epley said. "The array of arts and cultural programming offers a new way to experience this beloved building and grounds. We are thrilled to welcome Southampton Center as a new neighbor in our community." Epley was among those responsible for getting the Southampton Center project off the ground after the Parrish Art Museum moved to Water Mill and left its previous home on 25 Jobs Lane vacant. The Town has big plans for the space, including a multimillion-dollar renovation, but it will continue to offer programs there in the interim.
Visit southamptoncenter.org for additional information and specific schedules. See the summer 2013 calendar below for upcoming events.
July 12 – August 4
Diane Tuft, Bentley Meeker, David Michalek
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August 10–25
Eric Corriel, Wade Kavanaugh & Stephen Nguyen, Aurora Robson, Krista Dragomer
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Saturday, August 10 6–8 p.m.
Presented in partnership with Hamptons International Film Festival
Fridays Outdoor Movies Under the Stars – 8:30 p.m.
Bring your picnic and blanket!
July 12 – Chasing Ice
July 19 – Running Wild
July 26 – Wreck-It Ralph
August 2 – Safety Last
August 9 – Ain't Them Bodies Saints
August 16 – Jaws (starts 9:30 PM)
August 23 – Step Into Liquid
Saturdays Inside at Southampton Center Theater – 7:30 p.m.
July 20 – Blue Caprice
July 27 – Prince Avalanche
August 3 – Drinking Buddies
August 17 – Short Term 12
Saturday, July 27 – Brooklyn Ballet
Saturday, July 27 – Adam Matta Beatbox
Friday, August 2 – Pianofest
Click here to download Southampton Center's Summer 2013 brochure with complete schedule.


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Register Radio: Abortion Worker Leaves and Elder-Care
Former Abortion Worker Jewels Green Correspondent Jim Graves
Today on Register Radio, we spoke with Jewels Green, a former abortion business worker who not only left the abortion industry, but has also come into the Catholic Church. She is one among at least 69 ex-abortion workers who have had a change of heart and left the abortion industry in the last five years. She provided a fascinating look inside an abortion business and shared what led her to leave.
"I was coerced into having an abortion I didn't want, when I was 17," said Green. "Weeks later, I tried to take my own life. Within months after recovering in an adolescent treatment unit, I marched in a pro-abortion walk and began volunteering as an escort. I was trying to reconcile my guilt."
She shared that she was always intuitively pro-life. However, after hearing the story of a gestational surrogate, a woman who was carrying a child for another couple, and learning of the abortion of that child after a genetic test came back positive for Down Syndrome, Green made the decision to self-identify as pro-life. Green eventually spoke out publicly, sharing her testimony on what would have been her aborted child's 23rd birthday.
"It was the Church's unwavering stand on the sanctity of life, from conception to a natural death," Green described as central to her conversion to Catholicism. "In the Church, truth is not decided by popular vote."
In addition, Green said that discovering the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist was pivotal to her decision to enter the Church this past Easter.
Asked what the biggest obstacle is that prevents abortion workers from leaving the industry, Green said that it is deception.
"The veil of lies is so thick," said Green. "The euphemisms that surround the culture of death make this psychologically accessible."
"The 40 Days for Life movement has changed the hearts and minds of not just those outside the clinic, but inside as well," said Green. "For those who work inside, they feel what's going on outside the door. That makes it easier to leave, if you know that you'll be accepted into open, forgiving, and loving arms outside."
Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart
In our second half, I spoke with Register correspondent Jim Graves about the recent opening of the California Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart's first assisted-care cottage for the elderly.
Graves provided background on the history of the religious order, which fled Mexico during the Catholic persecution of the 1920s, and settled in California. The work of the sisters began in caring for women who had tuberculosis. In 1955, they opened a hospital. By 2004, with all of the changes in healthcare, the Carmelites transitioned their facility to elder-care.
Graves described the Carmelite's efforts to open their first assisted-living cottage as the sisters desire to "create a rich, positive experience for the elderly to prepare them for their entry into the next life."
The cottage was the first of what the sisters hope will be nine cottages on their 12 acre site, capable of housing 314 seniors in a "neighborhood of care."
Highlighting some of the features of the cottage, Graves noted that it will include common social areas where seniors can gather around the hearth, each cottage will have its own kitchen, with the ability for seniors to plan and prepare their meals. He said the neighborhood will also have its own pharmacy, post office, trails, and other amenities.
"In many parts of our society, human life is not respected," said Graves. "As we age and our bodily functions decline, we all need love. This is why what the sisters are doing is so important."
As always, to hear the full interviews listen to today's show at 2 p.m. EASTERN Friday on any EWTN Radio affiliate or Sirius/XM Satellite Radio. The program re-airs at 7 p.m. EASTERN on Saturday and 11 a.m. EASTERN on Sunday, and is also available on the Register Radio web page, and via podcast.


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Andrew's Mailbag "El Reg, it is very disappointing tthta you blatantly run a denialist agenda, then do not allow debate. I wouldnt piss on Orlowski if he was on fire." Register reader Dave 14
"that useless half wit Orlowski has again been allowed to post his climate denial bullshit, without any comments allowed as a right of reply. I am sick of ElReg supporting fruit loop deniers and not allowing comment on their irrelevant rantings. Fuck you El Reg." Register reader Dave 14
Welcome to Andrew's Mailbag, which is a bit like the Comments, but without the death threats. It also gets contributions you don't get, possibly because I insist on getting my mail via a mailto, rather than being typed into a web form. This is the response to my Climategate analysis. For whatever reason, we're I'm blessed with two contributions you're going to enjoy comparing.
First you'll hear from a Climate Scientist from a top university. A PhD. He didn't request anonymity but given the bitchfest that we know it is, from the CRU leak, we don't want to get him into trouble. Then there's one from an experienced computer modeller. I got a lot of email after my Climategate analysis, but these two are worth a standalone, so compare and contrast. I think you'll enjoy them.
Interesting article, that makes some good points. As a climate scientist I have some opinions. First a quick pedantic comment.
The statement that models have no predictive value and that correlation does not demonstrate causation is false. An example of a model with predictive value is Newtons law of motion, Force = Mass x Acceleration. The high correlation between the pain you receive and putting your hand into fire demonstrates that the fire is hot. The only way we can demonstrate cause and effect is via a high value of correlation.
What I think you mean is:
(1) Sometimes models are believed more than the evidence suggests. (2) Often correlations are used as evidence without estimating how likely the correlation is arrived at by chance. (3) Often correlations are used as evidence without having an understanding of why such a correlation should take place.
Regarding the main thrust of the article:
I feel that the main problem is the pressure scientists are under to publish rather than any conspiracy theory.* If you don't publish more papers, then that is the end of your career and you can't do any more science. In fact, at each step up the ladder the majority of scientists have their career ended by a lack of publications. It is not just a few sackings it is the majority that loose their jobs. This has lead to an explosion in shoddy papers that do nothing to aid understanding.
Peer reviewers are not paid and do not have the time or energy to review the stack of papers that arrive on their desks every day. They hardly ever check calculations and assume that the writer is honest. Being difficult to understand, papers are given to people in closely related fields to review.
If you have worked for years to obtain data and you give it away, other scientists will make the discovery and get the credit (and papers) and you will loose your job. Clearly this system rewards secrecy, which is not good for science.
A climate scientist has to be an expert mathematician, statistician, physicist and programmer with extensive knowledge of the climate system. Is it any wonder that a jack of all trades is master of none? You are funded and usually work as an individual which does not encourage teamwork.
I feel that we can all complain about the system and shout how imperfect it is. Coming up with a solution however is the really difficult task.
But, wait.
I am a statistical modeller by profession and an engineer by education. I find the climate scientists argument about positive feedback the most disingenuous of them all.
If you want a square wave generator, or a triangle wave generator, then you use positive feedback. Otherwise the system has to be controlled with negative feedback. The reliance on positive feedback is always going to create a runaway system.
And what is most non-intuitive about the whole thing is that temperatures on the earth have remained remarkably stable. Yes, the equilibrium point has changed, but the stability hasn't. Even during the Carboniferous period with carbon dioxide levels at twice that of now, we still had a stable equilibrium. Any model relying on positive feedback is going to result in no equilibrium.
Furthermore, just as when you are setting up positive feedback circuits (like the square wave generator), a tiny change in inputs can have a huge change in outputs. The same appears to be the case with most climate models. If you tweak their constant for how water precipitates into clouds, then you get a massive difference in results.
They then tune the constants for a very short period of tuning data (usually the last 20 or 30 years where we have more observations of the temperature) and then try to forecast 100+ years. Anyone who needs an accurate forecast knows that to forecast the next week or month you often need years of data to get a statistically significant answer. The climate modellers are forecasting 100 years with 20 years of training data. And doing so with over-fitted constants that massively change results if you get them wrong.
The climate modellers are using 20 or 30 years of detailed data, but then supplementing it with additional data from further back produced by things like tree rings and ice cores. The core data for things like tree rings is often dodgy - taken from cherry-picked tree cores. Freeman Dyson has it right when he gets on his soap box about how the models are generally flawed.
Furthermore, the analysis is based on very poor statistical methods. They used a Principal Component Analysis to back out the temperature record from the last 1000 years. Unfortunately, they failed to carry out PCA correctly. If you generate random but auto-correlated data for that period, you can actually generate a hockey stick from it because of the flaws in their analysis. Wegman et al have thoroughly discredited the process they used, yet Mann et al continue to peddle it and it is still used to demonstrate the "consensus" opinion by many journalists.
As pointed out at El Reg, CO2 climate forcing has no smoking gun to link cause and effect, and as such, it is hard to accept such a minor factor affects the climate and that other forcings, such as the sun, cannot be key factors.
I will be interested to see what happens when the greenhouse gas hypothesis is shown to be the charade that it is.
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51.83 acres just north of Blair along Hwy 75. Property currently has a 3 BR, 2 BA, 1,400+ FSF home that has been a rental property, but property could also be possible development ground. Land is private & has lots of wildlife! Home would need some work but has some original details. Wood burning stove in living room. Large eat in kitchen. Enclosed porch overlooking private backyard. Nice 3 car detached garage with walk up storage above.
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Blair was established in 1869, a community located approximately 25 miles north of Omaha on the Missouri River. The undeveloped land was selected by the Sioux City and Pacific Rail Road as the site for tracks to cross the Missouri River. It was platted by the railroad to provide sites for industrial and retail development as well as homes and support services for railroad employees.
The town literally grew overnight with new construction and older buildings carried overland from surrounding communities. Before year end there were churches, a bank, a newspaper, a hotel, as well as dry good and hardware stores. The population had grown to such an extent that it challenged Fort Calhoun, a neighboring community to relinquish its position as county seat. Blair won and has held this title ever since.
Today with a zip code population of almost 12,500 people, Blair has an active main street and is known for its community spirit and friendly small town atmosphere. It is the site of several agricultural and service industries and is home for many Omaha commuters. With excellent schools and houses of all ages and price ranges, it is a popular residential option for many families.
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