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A discussion on the extraordinary boom in investor immigration, including the rapidly expanding EB-5 visa in the United States, Malta's controversial "cash for citizenship" policy and a host of programs across Europe and the Caribbean.
MPI/IOM Panel Discussion and Asia-Pacific Launch of Developing a Road Map for Engaging Diasporas in Development
A discussion with Dr. Noppawan Tanpipat, Vice President, National Science and Technology Development Agency; Frank Laczko, Head, Migration Research Division, IOM; Dovelyn Rannveig Agunias, Regional Research Officer, IOM, and Policy Analyst, Migration Policy Institute (MPI); and Kathleen Newland, Director of Migrants, Migration, and Development, Migration Policy Institute (MPI).
This discussion highlights the best practices and experiences of different countries in engaging and maximizing the contributions that diasporas can and do make to the development of their country of origin, and more broadly the experience of policymakers in both sending and receiving countries and the related challenges and opportunities they face.
Over the past year, MPI has partnered with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to examine how diasporas contribute to – or detract from - development efforts in their countries of origin. MPI and USAID have published an edited volume of the research. Please join us for the release of the book where speakers will discuss new thinking on the role of diaspora engagement in U.S. foreign and development policy.
Breakfast briefing with T. Alexander Aleinikoff, Demetrios G. Papademetriou, and Kathleen Newland.
Marking the release of the 12th MPI-IOM Issue in Brief, this event in Bangkok examined the emerging trends in women's labor migration in the Asia-Pacific region, and the related opportunities and challenges. The audio does not include opening remarks and begins with the author's presentation.
A 'Freer' Flow of Skilled Labour within ASEAN: Aspirations, Opportunities, and Challenges in 2015 and Beyond
This Bangkok launch of the MPI-IOM Issue in Brief "A 'Freer' Flow of Skilled Labour within ASEAN: Aspirations, Opportunities and Challenges in 2015 and Beyond" explored the creation of the ASEAN Economic Community and its vision of a freer flow of skilled labor, as well as other migration issues affecting the region.
A discussion and release in Bangkok of an MPI-IOM issue brief examining the role of migration as a driver for development in Asia and how to integrate migration-related targets and indicators into the post-2015 development agenda.
A Discussion on the Global Forum on Migration and Development: Perspectives from Asia and the Pacific
Offering insights on migration issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region today, this event launches an issue brief that explores Asia-Pacific priorities for the 2014 Global Forum on Migration and Development and examines ways the GMFD can be a results-oriented forum.
This MPI event, in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), discusses the critical issue of climate-related displacement in the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on the vulnerability of environmental migrants and how the international legal framework can better ensure their protection.


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Asset management principles are becoming increasingly important to help agencies manage their assets as they face fewer available resources, higher expectations for customer service, and increased demand for more transparency in the decision process. In an asset management environment, investment decisions are linked to targeted performance levels that have been established based on current and expected asset conditions. Trade-offs between investments in different types of assets and different investment priorities can be assessed because of the availability of reliable data and a clear set of performance metrics that the agency hopes to achieve. As a result, agencies are better able to use their funding effectively and to defend their need for additional resources.
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This course can be delivered without the half-day workshop with the approval of the FHWA Technical Lead. See 131106 "Introduction to Transportation Asset Management" on the NHI Web site for further information.
This course is the first in a series and serves as a prerequisite for 131106B "Development of a Transportation Asset Management Plan." The other course in the series is 131106C "Introduction to Transportation Asset Management Plans," which is Web-based. See the NHI Web site for additional information on each of these courses.
[PLEASE NOTE: This course is numbered 131106A until 9/30/2015. Effective 10/1/2015, the new course number is 136106A.]
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Jusy thought id report in. Once i whipped out about an inch further. Now one of the best in the class. Funny how that works haha. Thanks for all the advice.
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I know this is an old thread, but I didn't want to start a new thread for a simple question. What kind of technique did you use for 6011? We're doing that in my class now and I can't seem to make it look as good as I can with 6013 or 7018. I'm going a long the previous bead in the crevice and building up a puddle then whipping it out until I notice it cools slightly then bringing it back in right ahead of where I stopped? Am I doing this wrong or does it just take a lot of practice. My other welds look pretty good, not as good as a lot of y'all's but my teacher said that they were one of the best in the class for me being new to it. Can someone explain the right technique?


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Cell Tips: What to Do Where
If your cell phone rings and you're…
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Excuse yourself from the table and take the call in another room, such as an anteroom, restroom or lobby. Never disturb your own table and other diners by making or taking a call while sitting at the table. (Some 'cell-phone free' restaurants now actually require diners to check their phones at the door.)
…On the street
Be careful not to talk too loudly. And since talking on a phone has been shown to distract people from their immediate surroundings, for safety's sake, pay extra attention to where you're walking.
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If there's an all-important call that you absolutely have to take, set your ringer ahead of time to "vibrate," and try to sit in an aisle seat if possible. When your phone rings, quickly excuse yourself to the lobby to answer the call.
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Since the people traveling with you in a car or on a bus or train are a captive audience, you should restrict yourself to only the most essential calls—let your rehashing of last night's party wait until the trip's over—and keep all phone conversations as short as possible. On a train, consider stepping into the vestibule area between train cars to make any lengthy calls. If you're riding in a "quiet car" on a train, keep your phone on "vibrate" and move immediately to the vestibule or another car if you need to answer a call. Finally be aware that speaking on a handheld phone while driving is now against the law in many places; so if you need to make or answer a call while you're at the wheel, either pull over or get a headset that will let you talk while leaving your hands free.
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Before cell phones and caller ID, we invited friends over, and they spent hours without answering their phones. Those landline phones stayed at home. Today, people don't go to the bathroom without taking a cell phone. If your cell phone ring constantly, keep in mind that you're putting the people you're hanging out with "on hold" every time you take a call. When you're with friends, use your judgement before reaching for that ringing phone; in fact, think twice about even leaving it on. After all, your caller can always leave a message.
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Experience Friends University during Friday with Friends.
Friday with Friends is for high school seniors interested in experiencing Friends University and learning how Friends can help with your college search. As a high school senior, you will have an opportunity to take a campus tour, visit with a professor, sit in on a class, connect with current students, meet your Admissions Counselor and enjoy lunch in our dining hall.
You will have the opportunity to audition for a scholarship if you are interested in fine arts and athletic coaches will be available to meet with those interested in sports. Parents and guests are welcome to join, and dress is casual.
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Are you a high school senior or transfer student interested in participating in the Fine Arts program at Friends University? If the answer is "Yes!" this day is for you! The day will begin at 8 a.m. with the observation of the University Band rehearsal and student recitals. You will also sit in on a student panel and visit a faculty or classroom. campus tours are also available. The Admissions Staff will go over the admissions process and financial aid.During this day you will audition for scholarship opportunities in your specific area(s) of interest: vocal, ballet, instrumental, drama, art or communications (graphic design, journalism, media studies). Lunch will be provided and students and parents are invited to stay after lunch if interested in certain department activities such as ballet class and individual meetings with ballet professor, jazz band rehearsal and percussion ensemble rehearsal.Sign up for this and you will receive information on exactly what to expect during your audition time.
One of our most popular events is scheduled April 30, 2015, for high school juniors and other college-bound high school students. The day begins at 9 a.m. with a welcome and scavenger hunt tour. You will sit in on a panel where current Friends University Students can answer any of your questions and parents will hear from the faculty panel. There is no school in session on this day due to students enjoying their last day before finals begin. We take advantage of this by participating in their planned activities such as "Lunch on the Lawn" and outdoor games, including inflatables. The official event ends after lunch but you may want to stick around listen to the jazz groups perform as well as play games and participate in activities with the current students. Sign up and come prepared and dressed for a fun, exciting day.
High school students are invited to experience Friends University Saturday, Oct. 3, with a morning filled with exciting events including a helpful information session, homecoming events, tailgating for lunch and free tickets to see the only college football team in Wichita. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the college search process – whether they're just beginning or a senior ready to make a decision – and discover what it's like to be student at Friends.
If you prefer to have a one-on-one visit to Friends University, or you have already participated in a group day, sign up for an Individual Campus Visit.During this day we can customize your visit to fit your special needs and concerns. Some of the things that you can do on an Individual Campus Visit include: Campus Tour, visit with Admissions Staff, Financial Aid and Faculty and sit in on a class. If you are a senior you can visit with one of our coaches and audition for fine arts scholarship.Sign up for this day and one of our Campus Visit Coordinators will contact you to finalize your visit!
Please select a date and time from the drop down menus below. If 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. will not work with your schedule, please select "Contact me for a time" and a representative will contact you to find a time that meets your needs.
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For years we've known that a good weight, a good diet and exercise can help men and women keep their hearts healthy. But cancer? That seemed to be a disease over which we had little control.
Now, emerging science is telling us that weight, diet and exercise play a crucial role in protecting us against cancer, too. Indeed, there are lifestyle changes we have the power to make that will improve our odds against this disease, researchers say.
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"We know that we can prevent about a third of all cancers if people would maintain a healthy weight, eat a plant-based diet and be physically active," says Alice Bender, a registered dietitian with the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR).
If you don't smoke, controlling your weight is the most important thing you can do to reduce your risk of cancer. More than 100,000 cases of cancer a year could be prevented in the United States if people maintained a healthy weight, the AICR estimates.
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In the study, people who ate plenty of vegetables, beans, fruits, nuts, whole grains, olive oil and fish — and less red meat, processed meat and butter — had fewer cases of cancer and heart disease, says Rashmi Sinha, deputy chief of the Nutritional Epidemiology Branch at the National Cancer Institute.
The NIH-AARP study has yielded dozens of important scientific papers. Looking at large groups of people for years, the researchers found associations between the foods the participants ate and their health. In August, for example, they reported that women who drank more than three cups of coffee a day were 35 percent less likely to be diagnosed with endometrial cancer. While the apparent link between coffee and this cancer is intriguing, until scientists understand how coffee works on this disease, they won't have absolute proof of its protection. But what we do have are strong indications that some foods can affect our cancer risk.
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Cheyenne, a young unemployed journalist whose welfare payments are about to be cut off, decides to leave Paris to live a marginal life in the country. She leaves behind Sonia, the woman she loves. Sonia is a physics and chemistry teacher at a Parisian high school. She tries her best to forget Cheyenne, but it's not easy.
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Kenneth L. Briggs
BELLINGHAM- Kenneth L. Briggs, 49, of Bellingham, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at Milford Regional Medical Center after being stricken at home.
He was the beloved husband for 25 years of Patricia L. (DeBonise) Briggs and the loving father of Robert H., Michaelia E. and Kelleyanne M. Briggs all of Bellingham.
Born in Framingham on August 28, 1961, he was the son of Harry B. and Janet B. (McGuire) Briggs of Marlborough.
He was the brother of David Briggs and his wife Carole of Hudson. Also, he leaves his mother in law Mary DeBonise of Bellingham; his sister in laws, Marie Raney and her husband Gary of Milford, Donna Lavallee and her husband William of North Smithfield, RI; his nephew Jeffrey Stoddard and his wife Pamela and his niece Justine Lambert.
A lifelong resident of Bellingham and graduate of Bellingham High School Class of 1979, Kenneth worked in maintenance for the Town of Sudbury for 13 years retiring in 1998 due to injury. He also was a machinist at I & J Machine in Ashland. He was a Cub Scout Leader of Pack 100 of Bellingham, enjoyed going to yard sales, the outdoors and his visits to New Hampshire and Maine vacationing with his family. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 24 at 11:00AM at CARTIER'S FUNERAL HOME, 151 So. Main St. (Rte 126), Bellingham, MA. Interment will follow at the Scott Cemetery, Center St., Bellingham. Visiting time will be Friday from 10 to 11AM prior to funeral service. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
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I wanted to gather some opinions on some work table(s). This may seem like a strange setup, but hear me out...
I built a work shed in the backyard (8' X 12' enclosed; some overhang), but I do not like to run the miter saw or cutoff saw inside because of the dust unless the weather is real bad. I want to build some work tables that attach to the side of the shed and can be removed when they are not in use.
The idea is to build two 6' tables that can be stored in a little walkway on the back side of the shed. When "deployed" the table legs would be in the grass of the backyard.
I am not sure what materials to make them out of. I'm torn between square tubing or angle. I think the legs will be two sizes of square tubing, sliding inside one another, and adjustable with pins. They will fold up flat for storage.
What about the top? What material? How wide? I might do some tack welding on them as well, but I know any serious work will result in warping.
I am already "over-budget" on this shed, so think inexpensively, but still sturdy.
Here's a Google Sketch-up of the shed. I just quickly added on a rough sketch of the tables:
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Thread: Work table - Outdoor/Removable
Work table - Outdoor/Removable
By the way, my wife thought of hinging them to the wall so that I wouldn't have to remove them. That's not a bad idea either.
This is a "starter home" for us, so anything I do in the backyard I will likely have to walk away from with little or no compensation when we go to sell. Just wanted to mention that.
Here is a shot of the actual shed before I finished it:
12-12-2010, 08:43 PM #3Member
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I was thinking about a hinged work table. It would be a lot easier than moving tables in and out of your shed whenever you wanted to do something. Especially if you are like me and waaaaaay over do it and your welding table ends up weighing 700 pounds.MillerMatic 252
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Thanks for the quick reply. IF I did make them removable, they would still be outside, just on the backside of the shed. I thought about an aluminum or stainless top, but that doesn't do me much good for doing any kind of welding on. Hmmmmm...
More ideas?
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I would try to keep the work bench detached from the building because the sparks from a cut-off saw or welding will damage the wall finish.
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He could have the table hinged and also have a piece of sheet hinged that would flip up and bolt to the wall so that sparks wouldn't damage the building.MillerMatic 252
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and this heavy duty table I made
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Are you storing them in the shed
I wonder if you are storing your tools in the shed? If so, I would build a shelf on a track system. Then I would have barn door style doors were you could also put some hand tools which would also be accessable outside. Have you ever seen the bed of a popup camper slide out? Should be plety strong enough. This way you dont have to keep setting your tools up. Just open the doors and slide your work area out. It would also open up your work area inside to give you room to move around. I would then extend the overhang to rain and snow doesnt bother you. I do my cutting and grinding outside for the same reason. I plan on doing a setup like this If I ever build a small dedicated workshop. I would have a big overhang. You can also put up a tarp or something to keep the cold wind off of you.
Based on the way you have your door, you would have to do this in the back to give the track system enough leverage to support the weight. Make sure you use wheels in the track so its easy to slide.
Thanks for all of your thoughts and suggestions.
This thread has really got the wheels turning.
I pretty much have the shed finished, so I can't easily modify it much without changing the way I have it setup inside (tool storage, lawn tools, ammo reloading bench, etc.).
Let me run something else by you that I didn't mention before and maybe we can come up with a way to kill two birds with one stone. On the back side of the shed, I have the overhang. I store a motorcycle parked closest to the shed and a riding lawnmower under the outside awning. All of it is on concrete. I have a gambrel set up above where I park the motorcycle that I use to hang and skin deer and hogs with. The plan has always been to install a fold-down stainless steel table along the back wall for processing the meat and also for cleaning fish.
Maybe I could use this for both? I was under the assumption that it would not be a good idea to weld on stainless steel, but if I'm not concerned about the finish and I don't mind cleaning it up with a grinder or flap disk, would it hurt anything?
I had a stainless steel beer keg near where I was welding and showered it with a few sparks from the grinder. I was surprised how the little iron flecks that landed on it rusted so quickly. So I am pretty sure the stainless fold-down table would undergo the same thing if used as a welding/tacking table.
As far as welding splatter flying up against the shed, I could always cut a 4'X8' sheet into two strips (32" wide and another at 16" wide) and use the narrower strip as permanent "back-splash".
Does all this seem crazy?
I'm just down the road from you with a similar situation. Luckily, my shed has metal siding, so sparks are not ani issue. I consider my house a "starter home," so I just built my table small enough that I can take it with me if / when I move. The plan is to pour a slab underneath this winter, and fully enclose a small workshop off of the side of the shed. Anyway... good luck with it.
In my garage, I've got two work surfaces that fold down from the wall. One is a welding table and one is for wood work.
Two nice things about a folding table attached to the shed would be 1) you can hide clamps and other tools behind the table when it's folded up, and 2) even a lightweight steel table is going to be so heavy you're never going to want to move it. I made my fold-down table out of a steel table that's made of 1/8" sheet on 1/4"x2" angle iron. Even that thin, it's much too heavy for one guy (or even two) to move very easily. Folding it down from the wall is do-able -- but I would need a hoist if I went to 1/4" or more for the surface.
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Robin Lehner recorded 33 saves for the victory.
"We needed to win, and we needed to win on the road. I thought we stepped up and showed some determination," said Senators head coach Paul MacLean. "We need to have everyone playing hard and that's what happened."
Rick Nash and Brad Richards provided offense for the Rangers, whose four-game win streak came to an end.
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Montgomery County residents are turning trash into real treasure for the county and leading the state in doing so.
According to the Maryland Department of the Environment, the county has the highest recycling rate, 57.68 percent, and waste diversion rate, 62.68 percent, of all jurisdictions in the state.
In fiscal 2012, which ended June 30, the sale of collected recyclables earned $3.9 million, covering the $3.3 million operating costs for recycling services within the Division of Solid Waste Services. The revenue also helped fund improvements at the recycling center on Shady Grove Road in Derwood, said Eileen Kao, chief of the Waste Reduction and Recycling Section for the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Solid Waste Services.
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April is a busy month for Kao and her co-workers in the Division of Solid Waste Services. Between activities her group organizes in celebration of Earth Day on Monday and those it has been invited to participate in, she said the calendar for the month includes 54 events.
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Yes No Great amp Written By DeKees1, Tampa fl on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 I have this amp runnin my 10in alpine sub and it hits hard and sounds so clean in my 06 Vw rabbit. Haven't had any issues with it in the last almost year now. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Power house Written By Jimmy, Greenfield on Wednesday, October 08, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Small size but powerful amp , very reliable, I travel for hours daily and have the tunes going the whole time . Pros: Compact size , very powerful , tons of adjustment . Cons: None 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Excellent for driving my 10" Written By Samuel L, Dublin, CA on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Plenty of power to drive a dual voice coil 10" in a sealed enclosure. Gain is @ 50% and it sounds great! Foot print of amp is small and easy to place in my trunk. Pros: Efficient, great value for the money. Crutchfield advisors guided me to this amp, they where patient and answered all my questions. Cons: none 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No alpine mrx m55 Written By anonymous, Somewhere, USA on Saturday, September 20, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Good amp. No issues so far Pros: sounds clean Cons: None so far 1 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great Amp Written By joshua L, corpus christi, TX on Sunday, August 31, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great Amp pretty small fits right under sit in a 09 Silverado single cab and delivers great clean power birth sheet was 592W at 2 ohms Pros: great size and power Cons: none 1 out of 4 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Great amp Written By Stephen b., Coaling on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) So far so good. Real nice compact size. Give you everything you need . 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No MRX-M55 Written By Jack, Augusta, GA on Wednesday, July 02, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Great amp. It's paired with a 10" R series sub, and it hits hard and tight. Pros: Crossover and eq adjustments 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No clean Written By kungfucious, Carlsbad, CA on Saturday, June 28, 2014 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Works perfect, big power, small amp :-) 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Power to the sub Written By RMJ, Fredericksburg,VA on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 This amp give the sub that awesome kick so you know it's there. Pros: Neat little powerhouse. Cons: None 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Powerful Written By Jodyd, Louisiana on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I bought this amp to replace my alpine mrp-m500 (a friend wanted to buy it from me). It has a little more power not sure if it's dramatically more though. It plays very clear. It is definitely an upgrade do to the ability of being able to add a remote, the subsonic setting, and 50 more rms watts. The size is also smaller, I was very surprised when I unboxed it. I have it pushing an alpine type r 10" in a ported box in my 2012 super crew f150. I'm definitely under powering the sub but it still sounds awesome clean sound go alpine! Pros: Small, powerful, flexibility in settings Cons: None 2 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No more then enough!! Written By Mark H, Cincinnati, OH on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) I purchased 2 of these for 3 subs. 2 10in dvc for 1 and being 1ohm stable makes for great power to feed these subs.They've never hit so hard. And the other amp i purchased with the seprate gain contol knob to feed 1 400w dvc. All subs are JBL. there is no substitute. Very impressed with both amps.Neither 1 runs hot. customer service with brooke was great. She even tryed to save me money. Pros: Very powerful. Like the connection style better then the older models. Makes for easier and cleaner install. Cons: Its not really a con nor a complaint. but when buying 2 of the same amps. The date of birth on 1 says 595 watts and the other says 623 watts. its just one of those odd and curious whys? but it does also say 550min. 1 out of 1 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No 606 watts @ 2ohms birth sheet Written By bman, OK on Friday, April 26, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Easy install and setup. Only pushing a single DVC 10" Stype and it doesn't break a sweat. Pros: plenty of power Cons: none so far 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No it pounds Written By badboyb, Given, WV on Monday, April 22, 2013 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) This amp will handle pushing dvc subs and is 1 ohm stable ! Nice Pros: Easy to hook up. 1 out of 2 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No 575rms@2ohm birth sheet Written By meNurma, ohio on Monday, July 02, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) as title states birth sheet claims 575rms @2ohms thats kinda disapointing as Alpine states on there website "Each amp comes with their very own verification certificate documenting its actual power output exceeds the rating by a wide margin" Umm 25 watts more isn't a wide margin to me. I have the gain almost all the way up and also using the OPTIONAL bass knob control and it's not hitting as hard as i would like but that could be from multiple problems bad amp or just simply needs tuned better etc etc. My lights seem to not dim that much i'm running a OEM 120amp alt and a Optima yellow top as my main car battery that's it. Hooked up to one Alpine Type R 4th gen wired @2ohms in a Sound Ordnance sealed .95ft box filled with polyfill Pros: clean power , small footprint Cons: bass knob not included , 1 year warranty unlike other brands with 2 years in this price range 11 out of 17 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Nice Amp! Written By Joey, Clarksville, Md on Friday, June 22, 2012 Crutchfield Customer Review (What's this?) Very nice amp. Using this amp to power a 15" sub in a sealed box. Plenty of power to drive it. Alpine sent out a verification certificate which shows actual output power(RMS) at 630 watts at 2 ohms. Sound quality is very clean. Cool running amp also. I have had this amp only a few weeks , but so far so good... Pros: Size, power, cost and clean sound... 11 out of 11 people found this helpful Was this review helpful? Yes No Hands-on research Features and specs chart | What's in the box? | In-depth notes What's in the box? Download owner's manual Mono amplifier with two 30A fuses installed Left plastic terminal cover Right plastic terminal cover 4 Terminal cover screws (M3 x 10mm) 4 Self-tapping screws (M4 x 20mm) 2.5mm Allen wrench 7" Speaker-level input harness Owner's Manual (Eng/ Fren/ Span) Warranty sheet Online registration card Alpine Verification Certificate Features and Specs Performance RMS Power Output (Watts x Channels) 350 x 1 Peak Power Output (Watts x Channels) 1100 x 1 Power at 2 Ohms (Watts x Channels) 550 x 1 Bridged Power (Watts x Channels) N/A x Minimum Impedance Bridged --- Minimum Impedance Unbridged 1 Best Frequency Response 5-400 Hz Hz THD at Rated RMS Power 1% Signal to Noise Ratio 90 dB Input Voltage 14.4v Features Amplifier Class D Low-Pass Crossover Frequency 50-400 Hz Low-Pass Slope (dB/octave) 24 dB/oct High-Pass Crossover Frequency N/A High-Pass Slope (dB/octave) N/A Bass Boost 0-12 dB Bass Boost Frequency 50 Hz Fan Cooled No Fuse Rating 60 Speaker Level Inputs Harness Preamp Outputs 1 pair Width (inches) 9-15/16 Height (inches) 2-5/16 Depth (inches) 9-1/16 Parts Warranty 1 Year Labor Warranty 1 Year Product Research Features Controls Connections Features MRX Amplifier Design: Class-D amplifiers boast higher efficiency, produce less heat, and draw less current than traditional Class-AB amps. The MRX series benefits from the technology trickledown from Alpine's more expensive PDX amps, including Direct FET final outputs, thermal management processor, 6-Layer Glass Epoxy PC Board; combining to create a high-end sound quality without the bulky heat sinks required by most amps in this power class. STAR Topology: Alpine's unique STAR (Signal Transit for Accurate Response) Circuit PCB design provides a single common ground for all amp sub-blocks, preventing ground interference and minimizing internal noise. Power Management Processor: The multi-stage Power Management Processor continuously monitors component temperatures throughout the amplifier and decreases power output if anything gets too hot. When playing music under heavy loads for long periods, the circuit automatically reduces power output slightly at first, and then further in a second stage if necessary. This two stage approach provides an interruption free listening experience. CEA 2006 Compliant: The MRX-M55's power ratings are measured according to the Consumer Electronics Association CEA-2006 standards. These standards allow you to accurately compare the rated power output of all CEA 2006-compliant amplifiers, even different brands. Manufacturers who adhere to the standards can display the CEA 2006 logo on their products and packaging. The power output is measured from 20 Hz to 400 Hz using a 14.4 volt power supply with no more than 0.01% THD+N: 4-ohm: 350 watts 2-ohm: 550 watts 1-ohm: 400 watts Signal-to-Noise: When measured under CEA-2006 conditions (reference 1 watt into a 4-ohm load) the signal to noise ratio is 90 dBA. Measured at the rated power output S/N is 114 dB. Verification Certificate: The amplifier comes with a certificate that lists the RMS power output measured from that specific amplifier. It also lists the model number, serial number, test date, and the test conditions (voltage and impedance). Auto Turn On: When using the speaker level inputs the X-Power amplifiers automatically turn on when voltage is detected on the signal inputs, making them an easy factory system upgrade. Low Output Impedance: With low output impedance, the MRX-M55 outputs tightly controlled bass, with a damping Factor rated at greater than 1000. LED: The top panel LED power indicator glows blue when the amplifier is turned on. Controls Gain: The MRX-M55's gain is set according to the level of the incoming signal. The line-level input gain setting is continuously variable from 100 mV to 4.0V; the speaker-level input gain setting is continuously variable from 250 mV to 10.0V. Crossover: The low-pass crossover point is continuously variable from 50 to 400 Hz and the slope is 24 dB/oct; the crossover cannot be bypassed. Subsonic Filter: The amp also has a 24 dB/oct subsonic filter, continuously variable from 5 to 30 Hz. Bass EQ: Bass boost can be applied to the subwoofer output; it's variable from 0 to +12 dB and centered at 50 Hz. Connections Power/Ground/Remote: The MRX-M55 features set-screw terminals for the Power, Ground and Remote Turn-on inputs. The Power and Ground terminals will accommodate up to 4 gauge wire (Alpine recommends 4 gauge for cable runs over 3'), the Remote Turn-on terminal will accept up to 8 gauge wire. Speaker Output: The speaker outputs terminal is also set-screw terminals and will accept up to 8 gauge wire. Line Input/Output: Line level RCA is the preferred input connection. The full range stereo line output allows easily adding another amp without running a second set of cables. Speaker Level Input: Use the included speaker level input harnesses if the connected radio has no preamp outputs. Fuses: The amp is protected by two chassis mounted 30-amp ATO fuses. Remote Bass Control (optional): Alpine's RUXKNOB wired remote (sold separately), connects to the amp's RJ-25 Remote Bass Control jack, and offers control of the subwoofer output level from the front of your vehicle. The linear attenuation can be adjusted from 0 to -20dB. Our Product Research Team At Crutchfield, you'll get detailed, accurate information that's hard to find elsewhere. That's because we have our own in-house Product Research team. They verify what's in the box, check the owner's manual, and record dimensions, features and specs. We stay on top of new products and technologies to help people make informed choices. Sorry, the Alpine MRX-M55 is no longer available. Looking for a similar item? Shop all All Car Amplifiers Or, you can still... Write a review Purchase accessories for this product Download the product manual Search the website Go


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Histoplasma capsulatum/Blastomyces dermatitidis, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Clinical Information Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Infections with Blastomyces dermatitidis and Histoplasma capsulatum cause a variety of clinical manifestations ranging from self-limited, mild pulmonary illness to potentially life-threatening, disseminated disease. Patients at risk for disseminated disease include neonates and immunosuppressed individuals, particularly those with AIDS, hematologic malignancies, or a recent transplant. Primary infections are acquired through inhalation of microconidia that are present in the environment. In the United States, most cases of blastomycosis and histoplasmosis occur along the Ohio and Mississippi River valleys.
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1. Kauffman CA: Histoplasmosis. Clin Chest Med 2009;30:217-225
2. Wheat LJ, Freifeld AG, Kleiman MB, et al: Clinical practice guidelines for the management of patients with histoplasmosis: 2007 update by the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Clin Infect Dis 2007;45:807-825
3. Chapman SW, Bradsher RW Jr, Campbell GD Jr, et al: Practice guidelines for the management of patients with blastomycosis. Infectious Diseases Society of America. Clin Infect Dis 2000;30:679-683


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at 8 or nine we are in a tough spot imo. in your opinion what should we do if we cant trade up?
Take best player available
trade down
take best lineman
screw it trade the whole draft away for the #2 spot
at 8 or nine we are in a tough spot imo. in your opinion what should we do if we cant trade up?
Depends on free agency. The way I see it Miami has to get the qb situation solved and add a pass rusher opposite Cam Wake. Those are the two primary issues this offseason. Time will tell if the Dolphins are high on Matt Flynn. If he is signed then I'd say someone like Courtney Upshaw in the first round. If Miami doesn't get a qb in free agency I'd look to trade up for Robert Griffin III.
As much as I like RGIII, I'm not trading my whole draft for him. At this point you gotta take BPA, and if you have a bunch of guys rated similar then you gauge your need and depth of that position in the draft.
One thing is for certain, quality pass rushers are found in the first round, that needs to be a priority. Elite WR's are found in the first round. RB's like Trent Richardson are only first round quality. Guards who can move like Decastro are only found in the first round. There is no wrong pick here, just make sure you are getting the most bang out of your pick, regardless of the position.
I think if we could trade down 7-10 spots and pick up more picks that would be ideal. We, IMHO, have no shot at Luck or RGIII and this draft is loaded with talent at positions we need i.e. OL, RB, CB, and S. Hell, even at TE you can get good value. While I do not think the 2nd tier QBs are ready to start, I think a couple show some potential. I know it is not fashionable, but a late rd. pick I find intriguing is B.J. Coleman.
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We don't need a WR IMHO, unless Blackmon falls
Richardson might be the most over-rated RB I have seen in a decade, and I have finally seen the light. Taking a RB in the first round is not usually a good idea.
If you look around the league at elite RB's or even the top 10, very very very few were taken 1st round. AP comes to mind, but that's about it.
The Cheatriots two RB's were both UDFA and they are both pretty darn good.
Foster in Houston
Both RB's in NYG are later round guys...and that list goes on and on and on and on.
I think, unless we end up with Mario Williams (Very well might happen) then Upshaw has to be at the very top of the list. I would also STRONGLY consider a RT, especially if we can trade back.
RGIII might or might not end up being a good QB, and if we go after him, so-beit...but I wouldn't.
I'm really hoping for Peyton, it would definitely shape out the draft for us. Trading down would be ideal imo.
Can you imagine if we pick up both Manning/Flynn AND Super Mario? The draft would be WIDE freakin open for us!!!!
Trade down and pick up an extra pick.
Depends on free agency. That will make this question much more relevant then. Take that out of consideration and this is the one and only senario? Its a gun slingers league now. I go Ditka style. Trade the farm for #2. We have proven we can't win without one and all the other options have been used in the past by us so I am not sure why you would even consider any of the others.
i think trading down gives you the best value. there's a lot of talent at the bottom of round 1 and really throughout round 2. ireland could have 3-4 high picks in this draft. if he drafts some difference makes and hits on them it will put us over the top. well also save even more money ( i know rookie wage scales in effect but still bottom round 1 is cheaper then top 10). and we could grab 1-2 free agents. that wouldd gives u like 5-6 new difference makers. can you say playoffs?
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Dana Small, PhD
Professor of Psychiatry and Associate Professor of Psychology; Associate Fellow, The John B Pierce Laboratory
Research Organizations
Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program
Psychiatry: Center for Nicotine and Tobacco Use Research at Yale (CENTURY) | Connecticut Mental Health Center | Stress & Addiction Clinical Research Program
Research Summary
Neuroimaging techniques such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and positron emission tomography have made it possible to study brain representation of sensation, motivation and cognition in humans. The primary interest of my lab is to use these techniques in conjunction with psychophysics and behavioral testing to uncover brain substrates of taste, smell, flavor, and food reward. We are particularly interested in multisensory integration of taste and smell as well as in understanding how sensory processing interacts with behavioral choices such as decisions to eat or stop eating in healthy individuals and in people with eating disorders. A new research aim is to examine similarities and differences in the neural representation of food and drug reward to answer questions such as how nicotine addiction may influence the ability of food odors to induce eating. We currently have a fully automated and fMRI compatible olfactometer and gustometer and are using these devices to study taste, smell and food reward in the 3 Tesla Magnet at the Yale MR Imaging Research Center.
Extensive Research Description
- The role of the amygdala in weight-gain susceptibility
- Cognitive and affective influences on gustatory processing
- Neural correlates of flavor processing
- The influence of smoking on brain encoding of food
- Neural correlates of flavor nutrient conditioning
- Top-down influences on brain encoding of flavors and foods
Selected Publications
- G. Bender, T. Hummel, S. Negoias, D. M. Small "Separate signals for orthonasal vs. retronasal perception of food but not nonfood odors" Behavioral Neuroscience, (2009)123; 481-489.
- E. Stice, S. Spoor, C. Bohon, D. M. Small "Relation between obesity and blunted striatal response to food is moderated by Taq1A1 DRD2 Gene" Science (2008) 322: 449-452.
- D. M. Small, M. G. Veldhuizen, J. Felsted, Y.E. Mak, F. McGlone "Separable networks encode anticipatory and consummatory chemosensation." Neuron (2008) 13: 786-797
- D.M. Small, J. Gerber, Y. E. Mak, T. Hummel "Differential neural responses evoked by orthonasal versus retronasal odorant perception in humans." Neuron, (2005) 47: 593-605
- D. M. Small, M. D. Gregory, Y. E. Mak, D. Gitelman, M.-M. Mesulam, T. Parrish. "Dissociation of neural representation of intensity and affective valuation in human gustation. Neuron, (2003) 39: 701-711
- D.M. Small, M. Jones-Gotman, A. Dagher. Feeding induced dopamine release in dorsal striatum correlates with meal pleasantness ratings in healthy human volunteers. Neuroimage, (2003) 19: 1709-1715


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