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Jose Bautista hits 50th Home Run
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Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista hit his major league-leading 50th home run Thursday, a first-inning solo blast off Seattle Mariners right-hander Felix Hernandez.
Bautista is the 26th player in baseball history to reach the 50-home run mark in a season, and the first since Prince Fielder (50) and Alex Rodriguez (54) did it in 2007.
After fouling back a 2-0 pitch, Bautista hammered the next one into the left field bullpen. All 50 of his homers have been to left or left center.
Bautista has hit 26 home runs since the All Star break, a new Blue Jays record.
The blast was Bautista's major league-high 31st at home this season, breaking Carlos Delgado's Blue Jays record set in 2000.
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…This guy is having a great year. However, I think it's one of those flukes. I may be wrong but this guy hit 59 home runs in 7 years and now hits 50 in one year. That's just absurd. Also notice that they were all pulled to left and left center and none to right or right center. I think it all has to do with luck for him. He guessed his spots and hit it out including 26 in the second half. Don't get me wrong, this is a great achievement and I think the kid has been having a great year but I don't think it will last. In the next few years people will find his weakness and exploit it. What I am curious to see is what kind of big year deal he gets after this season and what people are willing to go out and pay for him. I am excited to see how that plays off. Congrats to Jose Bautista as he gets his name up there with 27 other stars/some former steroid users. Hey, he could have been juicing! Who knows…Explore posts in the same categories: MLB
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The Senate Electoral Tribunal (SET) releases resolutions for the case Tolentino vs. de Lima dated 06 May 2019. The said resolution can be viewed here: Resolution No. 16-143 dated 06 May 2019
SET receives CSC PRIME-HRM Level II Award
The Civil Service Commission-National Capital Region (CSC-NCR) awarded the Senate Electoral Tribunal (SET) a Certificate of Recognition (Bronze Award) for attaining Maturity Level II of the Program to Institutionalize Meritocracy and Excellence in Human Resource Management (PRIME-HRM). Director Dick N. Echavez of CSC-NCR Field Office presented the certificate during the SET Flag-raising ceremony held on continue reading : SET receives CSC PRIME-HRM Level II Award


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The euro started the week with a slight advantage over the weakened US dollar following the previous Friday's disappointing non-farm payrolls release which saw 142,000 jobs created during September versus an expectation of 200,000 plus. With downwards revisions to earlier month's data, it was clear the US dollar would not have it all its own way, although the euro too was not going to be in for a smooth ride over the week.
Whilst there was a plethora of data released throughout the course of the week, it was again all about Central Banks policy, with the latest decisions and minutes to be shared on Thursday by the Bank of England, ECB and the US Federal Reserve.
Prior to the Central Bank updates we were treated to German industrial production which unexpectedly declined in August, with a clear indication that the slowdown in China and emerging market nations is taking a toll on Europe's largest exporter.
The scandal still engulfing Volkswagen continues. The spiralling costs associated with the mass diesel car recalls, coupled with the possibility of fines doesn't bode well for the German automobile industry. Job cuts are on the way and will impact many aspects of the European car industry.
With every sign of weakening EU economic conditions the market now seems to expect a greater propensity for the European Central Bank to expand its quantitative-easing program, which tends to weaken the euro.
UK economic data over the week was rather disappointing on the whole. The Halifax house price data saw a 0.9% month on month decline for September, although the more reliable 3 month period which helps smooth out any volatile spikes in the data did show a 2% increase on the previous 3 months.
A far more worrying data release came from the UK's dominant services sector Purchasing Managers Index, which records activity levels. Any reading above 50 represents a growing sector; below and its contracting. The September release of 53.3 was a disappointment as the market had been hoping for an uplift. Whilst the sector is still growing this does represent the weakest level recorded since April 2013, and could suggest that the 3rd quarter GDP (Gross Domestic Product) may produce just 0.3% growth – less than half the growth delivered in previous quarters.
The pound was on the back foot prior to the MPC release and suffered the obligatory negative response once the Bank of England's interest rate decision and 8-1 vote count was released. The minutes suggested that perhaps interest rates do not need to rise any time soon as wage inflation was not overly aggressive, encouraging traders to price any interest rate hikes even further into the future.
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Published 4 February 2018.
Expected changes in the stratosphere illustrated by the ECMWF 30hPa sequence shown below may lead to an extension of "Winter" into early March due to increased chance of blocking and colder surface winds from an Easterly point.
This change may have been predicted by UKMO contingency forecast for February which suggested a colder and drier than normal February. Cansips (issued 31st Jan) hints at normal and locally colder temperatures for February. CFSv2 suggests colder and drier weather types for February and these may extend into the first half of March.
Forecast update.
The chance of a colder and drier February and start March for SW England is more likely than previously.
Experimental Long Range Forecasts do not have a good success rate. The data used for the above forecast summary and brief verification of previous Long Range Forecast summaries can be seen at http://www.weatherservice.co.uk
The attempt at a Regional Forecast for SW England aims to test whether such a forecast of temperature and rainfall variation from average can be made using numerical model data available on the internet. The forecast should not be used for any other purpose. A brief verification summary for the UK and Eire is routinely published at http://www.weather-info.co.uk/wxsvc/Verification.html or Click here for the Teignmouth and Dawlish summary
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What is the Gaslight Chorus?
The Gaslight Chorus is a group of male a cappella barbershop singers and is part of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Brea Chapter is one of over 700 chapters in the Society. The Society is composed of 17 Districts representing all of the 50 states and Canada. The Brea Chapter is part of the Far Western District (FWD) which includes California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, and parts of southern Utah.
Since our inception in 2001, we have been creating wonderful music for audiences all around southern California. Our singers are all ages and come from all walks of life. Our motto is "musical excellence in the Barbershop style" and we strive to bring that excellence to every performance.
We like to perform in and around our community. We perform almost anywhere, including parties, business meetings, churches, and theaters. We have been regular performers at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center in Fullerton and at Disneyland for several years. We offer quality family entertainment for most budgets.
We also enjoy competing in local and regional contests. We regularly place in the top 7 out of 76 choruses in the FWD.
Our director Phil Ordaz has performed in and coached many quartets and has earned a gold medal in chorus competition. He is an accomplished show producer, chorus director, music arranger and certified music judge for the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Gaslight Chorus is honored to perform many of Phil's arrangements.
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Brea Chapter Mission Statement
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Lenny Fontana
Lenny Fontana is an American house music DJ from New York City.
Fontana first began deejaying professionally in the mid-1980s, playing at clubs such as Studio 54 and Better Days. His first major exposure was with the track "A Mystical Journey", which hit #30 on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club/Play chart in 1996.He won international recognition as part of the production team for Powerhouse featuring Duane Harden, who scored a #1 dance hit in the US with "What You Need"; the song also hit #13 on the UK Singles Chart.In 2000, he returned to the UK chart with "Chocolate Sensation" (featuring DJ Shorty), peaking at #39. He continues to make international appearances regularly.
His 2008 single "Wait 4 U" (a collaboration with UK producer Ridney and vocalist Larisa) was released through the Ministry of Sound (Germany) in June that year. The track had already been used on Germany's Next Top Model 2008.
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England's Rachel Goodall claimed her 2nd LETAS title this year, winning the Ribeira Sacra Patrimonio de la Humanidad International Ladies Open in Spain just a few weeks ago. We get to know Rachel with a few quick questions...
What is your most unusual talent?
I can rap!
How did you get into golf?
My Dad used to play and I begged to have a go and he eventually gave in.
Who is your favourite golfer?
Tommy Fleetwood as we have the same coach
What's your favourite club in your bag?
My driver
What's been your biggest golfing achievement of your career?
Qualifying for the Women's British Open last year or my 61 (in the Ribeira Sacra Patrimonio de la Humanidad International Ladies Open)
Which is your favourite golf course?
King's Barns in Scotland
What is the one thing you could not live without?
My mobile
What is your favourite food?
Chicken nuggets!
Who do you most look up to?
My Dad, he's like my inspiration
How would you spend your perfect day?
I like to get up really early, play a round of golf, then have lunch and then walk my dog on the beach.
Your favourite city?
Prague. We did some tourist stuff last year and it was so nice.
What's your guilty pleasure?
I really like Harry Potter, I'm a bit of a Harry Potter geek. And I'm obsessed with Disney as well.
Describe yourself in one word?
Laid back
What would be your spirit animal, and why?
I'd love to be a turtle. I'm not a slow player but you would really take your time with no worries
What do you like doing besides playing golf?
Watching football. Mainly Liverpool but I'll watch all the Premiership games
If you could travel anywhere where would you go?
South Africa. It's probably one of my favourite countries
What's your favourite karaoke song?
Eminem - Love The Way You Lie. I know the whole rap!
What is your most memorable sporting moment?
2005 - Liverpool winning the Champion's League. They were 3-0 down at half-time and they came back.
What's your best golfing tip for a beginner?
Get out on the course and play as much as you can and learn how to score
Do you have any superstitions before a round?
Nev I always like to have the same breakfast, the same amount of time warming up, doing the same drills, the same colour on my golf ball - purple
What's in your golf bag besides golf balls and clubs?
Food, my phone, my earphones, my music
What are your goals for 2019?
To come in the top 5 on Access and get my full card


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Purpose: To assess turbulent kinetic energy (TKE) within the left ventricle (LV) of healthy subjects using novel 4D flow MRI methods and to compare TKE values to those from a spectrum of patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).
Methods: 4D flow and morphological MRI-data were acquired in 11 healthy subjects and 9 patients with different degrees of diastolic dysfunction. TKELV was calculated within the LV at each diastolic time frame. At peak early (E) and late (A) diastolic filling, the TKELV was compared to transmitral peak velocity, LV diameter and mitral annular diameter.
Results: In the majority of all subjects, peaks in TKELV could be observed at E and A. Peak TKELV at E was not different between the groups, and correlated with mitral annular dimensions. Peak TKELV at A was higher in DCM patients compared to healthy subjects, and was related to LV diameter and transmitral velocity.
Conclusions: In normal LVs, TKE values are low. Values are highest during early diastole, and diminish with increasing LV size. In a heterogeneous group of DCM patients, late diastolic TKE values are higher than in healthy subjects. Kinetic energy loss due to elevated late diastolic TKE may reflect inefficient flow in dilated LVs.
Contract grant sponsor: Swedish Heart-Lung Foundation; Contract grant sponsor: Swedish Research Council; Contract grant sponsor: European Research Council.
The main function of the heart is to pump blood throughout the cardiovascular system by generating pressure differences created through volume changes. Although the main purpose of the heart and vessels is to lead the flowing blood throughout the body, clinical assessments of cardiac function are usually based on morphology, approximating the flow features by viewing the motion of the myocardium and vessels. Measurement of three-directional, three-dimensional and time-resolved velocity (4D Flow) data is feasible using magnetic resonance (MR). The focus of this thesis is the development and application of methods that facilitate the analysis of larger groups of data in order to increase our understanding of intracardiac flow patterns and take the 4D flow technique closer to the clinical setting.
In the first studies underlying this thesis, a pathline based method for analysis of intra ventricular blood flow patterns has been implemented and applied. A pathline is integrated from the velocity data and shows the path an imaginary massless particle would take through the data volume. This method separates the end-diastolic volume (EDV) into four functional components, based on the position for each individual pathline at end-diastole (ED) and end-systole (ES). This approach enables tracking of the full EDV over one cardiac cycle and facilitates calculation of parameters such as e.g. volumes and kinetic energy (KE). Besides blood flow, pressure plays an important role in the cardiac dynamics. In order to study this parameter in the left ventricle, the relative pressure field was computed using the pressure Poisson equation. A comprehensive presentation of the pressure data was obtained dividing the LV blood pool into 17 pie-shaped segments based on a modification of the standard seventeen segment model. Further insight into intracardiac blood flow dynamics was obtained by studying the turbulent kinetic energy (TKE) in the LV. The methods were applied to data from a group of healthy subjects and patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). DCM is a pathological state where the cardiac function is impaired and the left ventricle or both ventricles are dilated.
The validation study of the flow analysis method showed that a reliable user friendly tool for intra ventricular blood flow analysis was obtained. The application of this tool also showed that roughly one third of the blood that enters the LV, directly leaves the LV again in the same heart beat. The distribution of the four LV EDV components was altered in the DCM group as compared to the healthy group; the component that enters and leaves the LV during one cardiac cycle (Direct Flow) was significantly larger in the healthy subjects. Furthermore, when the kinetic energy was normalized by the volume for each component, at time of ED, the Direct Flow had the highest values in the healthy subjects. In the DCM group, however, the Retained Inflow and Delayed Ejection Flow had higher values. The relative pressure field showed to be highly heterogeneous, in the healthy heart. During diastole the predominate pressure differences in the LV occur along the long axis from base to apex. The distribution and variability of 3D pressure fields differ between early and late diastolic filling phases, but common to both phases is a relatively lower pressure in the outflow segment. In the normal LV, TKE values are low. The highest TKE values can be seen during early diastole and are regionally distributed near the basal LV regions. In contrast, in a heterogeneous group of DCM patients, total diastolic and late diastolic TKE values are higher than in normals, and increase with the LV volume.
In conclusion, in this thesis, methods for analysis of multidirectional intra cardiac velocity data have been obtained. These methods allow assessment of data quality, intra cardiac blood flow patterns, relative pressure fields, and TKE. Using these methods, new insights have been obtained in intra cardiac blood flow dynamics in health and disease. The work underlying this thesis facilitates assessment of data from a larger population of healthy subjects and patients, thus bringing the 4D Flow MRI technique closer to the clinical setting.
Heart failure is a common disorder and a major cause of illness and death in the population, creating an enormous health-care burden. It is a complex condition, representing the end-point of many cardiovascular diseases. In general heart failure progresses slowly over time and once it is diagnosed it has a poor prognosis which is comparable with that of many types of cancer.
The heart has an ability to adapt in response to long lasting increases in hemodynamic demand; the heart conforms its shape and size in order to maintain adequate cardiac output. This process is called remodeling and can be triggered by pathologies such as hypertension or valvular disease. When the myocardial remodeling is maintained chronically it becomes maladaptive and is associated with an increased risk of heart failure.
In many cases, heart failure is associated with left bundle branch block (LBBB). This electrical disturbance leads to dyssynchronous left ventricular (LV) contraction and relaxation which may contribute to cardiac dysfunction and ultimately heart failure. Mechanical dyssynchrony can be treated with cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). However, many heart failure patients do not demonstrate clinical improvement despite CRT.
Blood flow plays an important role in the normal development of the fetal heart. However, flow-induced forces may also induce changes in the heart cells that could lead to pathological remodeling in the adult heart. Until recently, measurement tools have been inadequate in describing the complex three-dimensional and time-varying characteristics of blood flow within the beating heart.
4D (3D + time) flow cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) enables acquisition of three-dimensional, three-directional, time-resolved velocity data from which visualization and quantification of the blood flow patterns over a complete cardiac cycle can be performed. In this thesis, novel 4D Flow CMR based methods are used to study the intraventricular blood flow in healthy subjects and heart failure patients with and without ventricular dyssynchrony in order to gain new knowledge of the ventricular function.
Different flow components were assessed in normal heart ventricles. It was found that inflowing blood that passes directly to outflow during the same heartbeat (the Direct Flow component) was larger and possessed more kinetic energy (KE) than other flow components. Diastolic flow through the normal heart appears to create favorable conditions for effective systolic ejection. This organized blood flow pattern within the normal LV is altered in heart failure patients and is associated with decreased preservation of KE which might be unfavorable for efficient LV ejection. Inefficient flow of blood through the heart may influence diastolic wall stress, and thus contribute to pathological myocardial remodeling.
In dyssynchronous LVs of heart failure patients with LBBB, Direct Flow showed even more reduced preservation of KE compared to similarly remodeled LVs without LBBB. Furthermore, in LBBB patients, LV filling hemodynamic forces, acting on the myocardium, were more orthogonal to the main flow direction compared to patients without LBBB. Deviation of LV flow forces and reduction of KE preservation and may reflect impairment of LV diastolic function and less efficient ensuing ejection related to dyssynchrony in these failing ventricles.
Blood flow patterns were also studied with respect to fluctuations of the velocity of the flow (turbulent flow) in normal and failing LVs. In failing hearts, turbulent kinetic energy (TKE) was higher during diastole than in healthy subjects. TKE is a cause of energy loss and can thus be seen as a measure of flow inefficiency.
Elucidating the transit of multidimensional blood flow through the heart chambers is fundamental in understanding the physiology of the heart and to detect abnormalities in cardiac function. The 4D Flow CMR parameters presented in this thesis can be utilized to detect altered intracardiac blood flow and may be used as markers of deteriorating cardiac function, pathological remodeling and mechanical dyssynchrony in heart failure.


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I've just made a cool one hour mix for my label Flemcy Music.
It contains tracks of producers I like and who fit my label's music style (Skober, Cristoph, Pig&Dan…), and include tracks from excellent producer friends Rob Gritton, Ornery and Esotera (whose 3-track EP will be released next week on Flemcy) as well as my new track "Aquarius".
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The Optimizing Cell Line Development conference brings together cell line development experts who share real-world strategies for quickly achieving cell lines that meet bottom-line goals. Their practical and detailed insights illustrate how to best optimize
codons, construct vectors, and how to select and engineer clones and host systems, while maintaining stability and consistency. Gaining a greater understanding of cells through sequencing and the omics sciences will also be addressed, including the
CHO genome research, glycoengineering, systems biology, assays, and pathway delineation. In addition, challenges for introducing new technologies will be discussed, along with an overview of industrial trends and regulatory perspectives.
Final Agenda
Thursday, August 24
11:30 am Registration Open
12:15 pm Enjoy Lunch on Your Own
1:15 Dessert Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall and Last Chance for Poster Viewing
1:55 Chairperson's Remarks
Michael Butler, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Manitoba, and CSO, Cell Technology, National Institute of Bioprocessing Research & Training (NIBRT)
Efficient Cell Line Development for Production and Regulatory Success
Pamela Hawley-Nelson, Ph.D., Associate Director, R&D; Head, Cell Biology in Process Cell Culture, MedImmune, Inc.
2:45 Implementation of New Technologies in Cell Line Generation -- New, Unpublished Data
Jan Schouten, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Synthon Biopharmaceuticals BVHigh-producing, clonal cell lines are at the basis of a biopharmaceutical production process. Strategies will be discussed to obtain cell lines with a high probability of monoclonality in a short time-frame. In addition, state-of-the-art Next Generation Sequencing tools will be discussed to detect and de-select sequence variants in an early stage.
3:15 Transient Protein Production: Harmonizing the Process from Construct Generation through Protein Characterization
Richard Altman, M.S., Scientist V, Protein Technologies, Amgen
A robust, flexible transient protein production facility provides critical support to drug discovery efforts. We will review the ongoing evolution of our protein production endeavors focusing on two critical components. The first is the strategic
assembly of mammalian expression "tools" that gives us a toolbox capable of expressing diverse and challenging candidate proteins. The second is the harmonization of the entire protein production process thereby reducing turnaround
times and increasing throughput.
3:45 Replacing Resistance Genes with Non-Coding RNA for Cell Line Selection
Ted Eveleth, CEO, HocusLocus Inc
We will present a new and novel approach to cell line selection being developed in conjunction with the Austrian Center of Industrial Biotechnology. This approach replaces the traditionally used resistance genes with an siRNA coupled to the gene
of interest transcription and performs selection using transfected mRNA.
4:00 Refreshment Break
4:15 Sequencing the CHO DXB11 Genome Reveals Regional Variations in Genomic Stability and Haploidy
Christian Schrøder Kaas, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Researcher,
Expression Technologies, Novo Nordisk A/S
The copy number from each gene in the genome was calculated from next-generation sequencing data revealed an unexpected degree of haploidy in Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cells. The data can further be mined in order to reveal areas of the genome
shown to be stable such as chromosome one and four, which can be hypothesized to host favourable landing platforms for targeted integration of transgenes encoding coagulation factors or antibodies.
4:45 Genome Editing, NGS, microRNAs and Beyond: Transforming New Technologies into More Efficient CHO-K1 Manufacturing Cell Lines --New, Unpublished Data
Simon Fischer, Ph.D., Head, Cell Line Development CMB, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH &
Co. KG
Genome editing, next-generation sequencing (NGS) and cell line engineering using microRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as key technologies towards successful biopharmaceutical process development. We have evaluated and integrated these tools into our
state-of-the-art cell line development and characterization processes in order to enhance manufacturing of innovative protein therapeutics. This talk will summarize our recent achievements in using these technologies and thus present novel
solutions for future challenges in bioprocessing.
5:15 TapBoost® Technology: Enhanced Protein Production by Improved Protein Folding System
Akinori Hishiya, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Co-Founder, Biology,
SOLA BioSciences
Therapeutic recombinant proteins produced using mammalian expression systems often have misfolding issues. We have developed a novel technology called TapBoost® technology, which assists proper protein folding systems specifically for a targeted
protein. TapBoost® has enhanced the production of many therapeutic recombinant proteins including monoclonal antibodies and Fc fusion proteins.
6:00 – 9:00 Recommended Dinner Short Course*
SC 9: Transient Protein Production in Mammalian Cells
* Separate registration required
Friday, August 25
8:00 am Registration Open and Morning Coffee
8:25 Chairperson's Remarks
Jan Schouten, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Synthon Biopharmaceuticals BV
8:30 Cell-Based Glycoengineering of Biologics
Claus Kristensen, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Copenhagen
Center for Glycomics, University of Copenhagen
Glycan structures are important for efficacy of glycoprotein therapeutics. Glycodisplay have developed a cell based platform to display different glycan structures on drug candidates for optimization. We apply targeted cell engineering to generate
large panels of glycoengineered cell lines with different glycosylation capacities. By expressing a drug candidate protein in a panel of our cell lines, we can produce glycovariants of the protein for screening and identification of novel
glyco-optimized lead. Applications of our GlycoDisplay technology will be presented.
9:00 Strategies for the Control of Glycosylation during the Production of a Recombinant Protein
Michael Butler, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Manitoba, and CSO,
Cell Technology, National Institute of Bioprocessing Research & Training (NIBRT)
Glycosylation is an important post-translational process that leads to heterogeneity of recombinant proteins. This heterogeneity affects the biological activity and clinical efficacy of these bioproducts. The challenge in a bioprocess is to control
the heterogeneity to ensure consistency and a profile that maximizes the desired biological properties. The profile can be controlled by cellular glycoengineering, media manipulation or enzymic re-modelling during the downstream process. Possible
strategies for the use of each of these methods will be shown for the production of an antibody.
9:30 POSTER SPOTLIGHT:A Novel Process Lever-Based Clone Selection Approach for BiosimilarsAnna Trimble, Research Associate, Biologics Process Development, Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
10:00 Networking Coffee Break
10:30 Investigating Alterations in the CHO N-Glycome Following Exposure to Leachables from Single-Use Bioreactors --New, Unpublished Data
Jonathan Bones, Ph.D., Principal Investigator, Characterization and Comparability Laboratory,
National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT)
The cellular N-glycome of CHO cells, characterized using two dimensional liquid chromatography with high resolution mass spectrometry, is highly complex, consisting of a dominant high mannose series and a broad range of complex N-glycans bearing
varying degrees of sialylation and poly-lactosamine motifs. The dynamics of the CHO N-glycome is described following exposure to leachable compounds from single use bioreactors. Correlation with product quality attributes, including mAb
glycosylation, were also investigated.
11:00 From Thousands of Clones to the Final One
Dattananda Chelur, Ph.D., Lab Head, Cell Line Development, Integrated Biologics Profiling (IBP)/BTDM, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc.
CHO cells are the most widely used host for large-scale production of recombinant therapeutic proteins. In order to identify the most suitable lead cell lines, Novartis started to introduce a development process that comprises thorough early
candidate profiling focusing on biophysical properties of candidates, followed by a cell line development process applying an efficient selection strategy in combination with process-tailored automation for clone imaging, clone handling,
and selection.
11:30 FACS-Based Clone Selection and Host Cell Engineering to Improve the Production and Quality of Recombinant Proteins in CHO Cells
Elizabeth Scheideman, Ph.D., Director, Cell Line Development, Vaccine Production Program,
Vaccine Research Center, National Institutes of Health (NIH)
We have been working towards improving our clone selection process and assurance of clonality through the development of a FACS-based platform for single cell cloning, which involves optimization of sorting conditions, medium development,
and work on novel reporter-based systems for sorting mAb and especially non-mAb targets. In addition, we are working on methods of modifying our host cells to improve product quality attributes and working to incorporate these metrics
earlier in our clone selection process.
12:00 pmSponsored Presentation (Opportunity Available)
12:30 Luncheon Presentation (Sponsorship Opportunity Available) or Enjoy Lunch on Your Own
1:15 Session Break
1:25 Chairperson's Remarks
Jonathan Bones, Ph.D., Principal Investigator, Characterization and Comparability Laboratory, National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT)
1:30 BESTcell: Fast Cell Line Development for CHO Clones with High-Yield Protein Production Using Euchromatin-Containing BAC Expression Vectors
Anton Bauer, Ph.D., COO, The Antibody Lab GmbH
Upon stable cell line generation, chromosomal integration site of the vector DNA has a major impact on transgene expression. By using chromosomal loci in BACs and random integration into host cell chromosomes, we developed stable high-yield
production cell lines at an unprecedented speed. We performed several case studies for CHO production clones, and we established for antibodies and even difficult-to-express proteins generation of production clones within 3 weeks from
2:00 Optimizing CHO Cell Culture Process through Mechanistic Understanding of Cysteine Capping Modifications for Improving Site-Specific ADCs --A Case Study &New, Unpublished Data
Xiaotian Zhong, Ph.D., Senior Principal Scientist/Lab Head, Pfizer BioTherapeutic Research
Cysteine (Cys)-based site-specific ADCs allow for a rapid and simple chemical conjugation reaction to attach diverse linkers/ payloads to provide homogeneous ADC products. This presentation will describe a novel discovery on Cys residue's
post-translational modification in stable CHO cells. The so-called Cys-capping modification utilizes a mechanism that is different from the conventional oxidoreductase-mediated process for protein disulfide formation. The unexpected
discovery has led to a novel and highly efficient CHO cell culture process for improving protein therapeutics conjugation.
2:30 A Novel Preclinical in vivo Mouse Model for Malignant Brain Tumor Growth and Invasion -- A Case Study &New, Unpublished Data
Purna Mukherjee, Ph.D., Research Assistant Professor, Biology, Boston College
Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a rapidly progressive disease of morbidity and mortality and is the most common form of brain cancer in adults. Lack of appropriate in vivo models has been
a roadblock to developing effective therapies for GBM. A new highly invasive in vivo GBM model is described that was derived from a spontaneous brain tumor (VM-M3) in the VM/Dk inbred
mouse strain. The VM-M3 cells are labeled with the firefly luciferase gene allowing detection through bioluminescent imaging.
3:00 Mito-ID Based Mitochondrial Membrane Potential Staining: A Screening Strategy for Cell Line Development Clone Selection --New, Unpublished Data
Lina Chakrabarti, Ph.D., Scientist, Cell Culture and Fermentation Sciences,
Medimmune, Inc.
Using clonal cell lines and pools from cell line development projects, we performed a series of experiments to evaluate mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) with Mito-ID dye and found that the intensity of MMP fluorescent signal
correlated with the titer values from the producer clones. We also determined that cell sorting based on high MMP staining could potentially combine the two steps of cloning and enriching for high producer cells.
3:30 End of Conference
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It's that time of year when we appreciate the fathers, the men who stepped into a father's role, and in my case, the mother who filled both roles in my life.
Management Principles 101: The way a person treats other people is the way they will treat you.
This is a working principle in business, and also in relationships. People nearly always operate from their value systems.
It is foolish to expect honorable behavior in relationships from dishonorable people or to expect people who lack ethics and values to suddenly begin acting with them. Once you internalize this truth, you can save yourself a lot of heartache and disillusionment in both business and relationships. That said…
What can I say about my husband that I haven't already covered a bit in each previous post?
He is a fabulous father and husband, and I think that springs not only from the role model he had in his own father but also from an innate sense of ethics and goodness that he was simply born with. I think that his upbringing nurtured this sense, and faith and his religious beliefs certainly reinforced it, but there is an inner core of self-confidence that he possesses. He simply knows what is right and wrong and has a nearly black and white view in his adherence to what is right for him.
Don't get me wrong, he is not a person who condemns other people for making other choices. In fact, he will go out of his way to listen to all other input and sift through it for alternate viewpoints and better ways of doing things. I often bask in the warmth of his praise for coming up with an option he hadn't considered or a "great idea," but when it comes to right and wrong, values and ethics, and how people should be treated…the man knows deep inside what that looks and feels like and he walks the walk.
I can always trust his honesty, his transparency, his great passion for whatever he is doing, his love for God and for his family. These are the pillars he is built on. I can trust his ethics and values implicitly. These will be qualities his daughters will be looking for in the men they commit to in their lives.
As a father, he has made decisions that took him off the career fast track so he could be involved in their lives in a meaningful way. He made the sacrifice to go in early to work so he could be home at dinner time most nights. He coached them in soccer, came to the big concerts and recitals and just listened whenever they had something that they needed to "talk to Dad about." They always knew they had a dad who was strong enough to lift big weights, fast enough to run a 10K or even a half-marathon with them, and yet sensitive enough to shed a tear at "Extreme Home Makeover" or a sentimental card they gave him.
Our daughters and I have talked many times about relationships and how principles are even more important and sometimes stronger than love. People talk about long-term marriages and how there are rocky times and that their friendship got them through until they fell in love with each other again. I think this is true, but that principles play a large part in this as well. Principles and values are what keep you from giving into temptation during those rocky times.
Am I saying not to trust in love? No, but perhaps I am saying to trust equally as much in the underlying values a person holds.
I feel for the guys who try to measure up to my husband. It is going to take some special qualities and I think our daughters may take a while to find men who combine intelligence, wit, a spectacular sense of humor and playfulness, integrity and the ability to love someone thoroughly and romantically that exists in their father.
Good hunting, my darlings. My prayers are certainly with you, for when you find him, you will be as happy as I am.


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You could try to create your own Tsunami. In a tank of water drop a pebble and look at the small waves that are created. Then (in an area where water on the floor is not a problem), drop a brick into the tank and look at what that creates. This movement of water becomes larger when the wave reaches the shallow areas (beaches) of the surrounding area. It gets bigger, faster and more powerful. Look at the excellent video below.


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When comparing Sennheiser RS195 vs Sennheiser RS120, the Slant community recommends Sennheiser RS195 for most people. In the question"What are the best wireless headphones to use with a TV?" Sennheiser RS195 is ranked 1st while Sennheiser RS120 is ranked 3rd. The most important reason people chose Sennheiser RS195 is:
The sound quality of these headphones is comparable with Sennheiser's wired audiophile headphone offerings. However, you get to enjoy the audio without the wires. The receiver has digital and analog connections, so the RS195 will work with a wide range of old as well as modern audio sources.
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Pro Great sound performance with versatile source compatibility
The sound quality of these headphones is comparable with Sennheiser's wired audiophile headphone offerings. However, you get to enjoy the audio without the wires. The receiver has digital and analog connections, so the RS195 will work with a wide range of old as well as modern audio sources.
Pro Compatible with optical, 3.5mm and RCA source devices
The base station of these headphones features three input connections: optical, 3.5mm and RCA. The base station can transmit sound from a wide range of sources including TVs, computers, home theater receivers/players and old devices which do not have native wireless connectivity.
Pro Balanced sound signature with good clarity
On its normal setting, the sound signature is fairly balanced with good sound clarity. Highs are airy, mids sound natural and are easily heard. Bass does not have lot of power, but still has good punch to add body to the sound.
Pro Different sound profiles to choose from
There are 5 different profiles that can change the way these headphones sound, like increasing the bass or highs. It also has sound modes that perform various functions, like making vocals more prominent.
Pro Very good battery life
From a full charge, these headphones can play audio for up to 18 hours straight.
Pro Headphone stand makes charging convenient
You do not need to fiddle with charging cables and small power ports on the headphones. Simply make sure that the headphone stand is plugged into a power source, and then place the headphones on the stand as instructed. The stand doubles as a charging dock which should allow for convenient charging.
Pro Ample cushioning on the headband and ear cups
Thick and quality foam material is used as cushioning on the headband and the ear cups. These make the headphone feel soft and comfortable on the head.
Pro Clear highs, warm and forward mids with powerful bass
These headphones have a pleasant sound signature. The highs are clear and have good detail, without becoming harsh. Mids are forward and natural sounding. The bass is powerful. However, it can also come off as bloated. The good thing is that the bass quantity does not muddy up the whole sound signature.
Pro Analog connectors ensures wide compatibility range
Instead of fancy wireless standards or next generation connections, the base station features an RCA connection which allows these headphones to work with a wide range of TVs and old school media players. These headphones can also be used with computers and laptops as these come with adapters that can convert the RCA connection into a 3.5mm connector.
Pro Headphone stand functions as charger
The stand has contact points which match those on the headband. This allows the stand to supply power to the headphones for convenient charging.
Pro Internal batteries can easily be replaced
Instead of using sealed, proprietary batteries, these headphones use standard AA batteries which can easily be removed from one of the ear cups. This makes replacing them convenient when they are not able to effectively hold their charge.
Con Connection may drop from time to time
There are a number of users who experience the sound cutting off around every 15 minutes or so, as if the signal has dropped. While this only happens for a split second, this can still get annoying for some.
Con Some hiss may mix with your music
Some users report that a fair amount of hiss can be heard from these headphones, which can be quite distracting/annoying. A possible fix would be to make sure that the source audio is at full, and that you will only control the volume from the headphones' volume control knob on one of the ear cups.
The RS120 has an on-ear design. Combined with the rather thin padding used on the ear cups which are also a bit too soft, these headphones can put quite a bit of pressure on the ears, which can make them quite uncomfortable to wear.


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Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Hello Svensson Lab!! Here's my travelogue:
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Shawn! Great with some travel reports on the blog! Your post reminds me about the famous novel "On the road" by Jack Kerouac! We surely miss you all, the lab-meetings are not the same without you :(. Luckily, we have the blog, in addition to e-mails to keep in touch!ReplyDelete
Good to hear you are doing so well. Sounds like a great month of adventure, lucky you and squiggles didn't meet any Norman Bates types in those skanky motels.... Just think of the people that slept on those same sheets mmmmm, not a place to take a uv light.ReplyDelete
Was in Canberra last week for an Aussie conference, met up with Tonya which was great.
Have fun in your new lab, and be sure to tell Ryan that it isn't as much fun as the Svensson years ;-).
Hope to talk soon, although i won't bother e-mailing you for a while seeing as you are sooo popular, mister 100's of e-mails. whenever I go away I also have hundreds of e-mails too, mainly about enlarging my manhood, keeping it up, or the chance to get my mucky fingers on $2.5million as someones uncle/brother/goldfish has died and left them loads of cash they can't get their hands on and desperately need my help.....fool me once!!!!!!
Ok, Tom, you're right -- not hundreds I'll actually read and deal with, but enough I don't have the fortitude to answer them all at once, and basically I needed to offer up and excuse for my lameness. Buy y'know, some of said emails even have the audacity to require work of me!! Sux. I just got into this business (busy-ness?) cuz I heard the beer was good.ReplyDelete
Hej Shawn!ReplyDelete
We had a few warm days up here in Stockholm recently... now I know it was just a friendly hello from Shawn and Squiggles.
What a great way to get yourself readjusted to America- beer and a road trip, who could ask for more? Send us some pics of the leaves changing in NH!


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Football season has commenced — and along with all the excitement, there is endless potential for snacking.
Over-the-top food spreads on game day have become the norm. With never-ending indulgent snacks at your fingertips, it is difficult to make healthy choices.
The aftermath of overindulging
In the moment, snacking may be mindless — but these game day snack scenes are not doing your waistline or your blood sugar any favors, not to mention how you might feel the day after the game if you overindulged. You might feel slightly guilty, groggy with a mental food hangover of sorts or your stomach might ache from all the food you took in while you were not even paying attention.
You are not the only one scarfing down snacks. Football viewers consume pounds of potato chips, tortilla chips, popcorn, nuts, chicken wings and pizza every game day. In a four to five hour period, some fans consume thousands of calories!
Make a game day game plan
Having a game plan on how to avoid inhaling outrageous amounts of calories on game day is conducive to staying on a healthier course. Because game day can test your desire to eat healthier and/or you need to monitor your blood sugar, it is ideal to be realistic about what you are walking into.
Find a healthy approach
Two nutritional experts from the Atrium Health Diabetes Center, Kathy Jackson, RN, program coordinator, and Tonya Ashrafi, registered dietician, reveal how to have a healthful approach to snacking at your next football get together.
Pregame with protein
Going to a tailgate or a football viewing party on an empty stomach is simply tempting fate. An appealing spread of snacks is much harder to resist if you are hungry to begin with. Eating a small meal composed of protein and whole grains before you head to the tailgate is a great way to combat temptation. The protein will keep you satisfied and make you less prone to gorge on snacks when you arrive.
Avoid drinking calories
Sodas and many alcoholic beverages are chock-full of sugar and calories, so if you are watching your calorie intake, consider opting for water. Enjoying one soda or one beer is not a catastrophe for your calorie goals. However, when a single beer or a single soda turns into multiples, the calorie content of those drinks should be considered if you are aiming for a certain calorie scope. If you are gulping down high-calorie drinks while simultaneously ingesting high calorie snacks, your calories will compound rapidly. Enjoy some snacks and do not blow all your calories on beverages!
Survey all of the options
If there are numerous snack options, it is best to survey the landscape before you make your plate. This way you will not fill your plate with foods you do not truly want to try. Select a few dishes you wish to taste and stick with your choices. Avoid straying to other dishes simply because they are offered to you. If you happen to put a food on your plate that looks better than it tastes, do not polish it off. It is not a crime to leave your plate unfinished, even if you have trained yourself to feel like it is.
Save the worst for last
It is understandably difficult to deny tailgate staples like nachos, pizza and wings. Because of this, diving into higher-calorie favorites after you have filled up on healthy alternatives like veggies or fruit is ideal. This strategy sets you up to be less inclined to overeat the high-calorie options.
Location, location, location
If you are trying to cut back on the snacks you consume consider your location. If possible, do not position yourself directly next to the snacks or the refrigerator wherever you are watching the game. If the snacks are within your reach, you are more likely to continue grabbing food, so try not to let them be too accessible for you.
If you are considering refilling your plate, wait a minimum of 20 minutes before getting more. This gives your body the chance to indicate that you are full and do not need additional food. If you do ultimately decide to revisit the snacks, make sure to watch your portions.
Turns out, it's not so hard to make healthy choices while still enjoying the game with your friends.
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New York Daily News - http://www.nydailynews.com/ News probe helps put hit on Pinnacle BY JUAN GONZALEZ DAILY NEWS COLUMNIST Monday, December 18th, 2006
State Attorney General Eliot Spitzer, who launched a probe in September into allegations that Pinnacle Group LLC had illegally overcharged many rent-regulated tenants for apartment renovations, has reached a deal with the company, one of the city's biggest owners of rent-stabilized units.
Under the deal, Pinnacle will allow an independent investigator appointed by Spitzer's office to review all rent records for the company's nearly 20,000 rent-regulated units. The company agreed to repay any rent overcharges that the investigator uncovers, according to a source with knowledge of the negotiations.
As part of the agreement, which was still being finalized yesterday, Pinnacle will admit no wrongdoing. In addition, the company has agreed to pay $100,000 to the AG's office for the cost of the investigation, the source said.
The deal comes less than two weeks before Spitzer will leave office and be sworn in as governor.
The AG's probe and separate investigations of Pinnacle by the Manhattan district attorney's office and the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal were all launched after the Daily News revealed in a series of articles this year that Pinnacle had filed more than 5,000 eviction proceedings over the past two years against its tenants - nearly one for every four apartments it owns.
The News investigation also found many cases where Pinnacle had inflated the costs of its repairs for vacant apartments and then doubled or tripled monthly rents far above what rent laws allow.
The company's aggressive tactics spawned widespread opposition and numerous protests during the past year from many of its tenants as well as from political leaders and housing advocates in Harlem, Washington Heights and the Bronx, where the bulk of Pinnacle's housing stock is located.
"We are not in a position to comment on any aspect of the review by the attorney general's office at this time," said a spokesman for Pinnacle last night. "The Pinnacle Group, however, has been cooperative throughout this process."
But some tenant groups who heard of the settlement yesterday called it a slap on the wrist to a huge company.
"This agreement is too nice to Pinnacle," said Luis Manuel Tejada, a spokesman for the Mirabal Sisters Cultural Center in Washington Heights. "You just can't tell them to return rents they've overcharged to tenants without also penalizing them for violating state housing laws."
"It sounds like it's, 'Let's pay it off and let the whole thing go away,'" said Kim Powell, of Buyers and Renters United to Save Harlem. "This agreement does nothing about the massive eviction proceedings or poor management procedures at Pinnacle. It's only a part of the problem being solved."
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PURSUANT to the provisions of Article 22-A of the New York General Business Law and Section 63(12) of the New York Executive Law, Eliot Spitzer, Attorney General of the State of New York ("the Attorney General"), and Judith Calogeio, Commissioner of the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal ("DHCR"), pursuant to Rent Stabilization Law, Unconsol. Laws Section 26-S16, caused an inquiry to be made to determine whether certain persons or entities have been or are engaged in wrongful practices or illegal acts concerning certain rent-stabilized properties and apartments owned or managed directly or indirectly by Pinnacle Group NY, LLC and/or its current or former affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, "Pinnacle") with respect to the computation of rent increases for vacated apartments based upon the costs of improvements to those properties and apartments during the four-year period between December 15,2002, and December 15, 2006 ("the Inquiry").
WHEREAS, on or about August 29,2006, the Attorney General and DHCR served a subpoena on Pinnacle, seeking certain documents in connection with the Inquiry; and
WHEREAS, Pinnacle has cooperated in the Inquiry by producing responsive documents; and
WHEREAS, Pinnacle is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations, and has advised the Attorney General and DHCR of Pinnacle's desire to resolve the Inquiry; and
WHEREAS, Pinnacle has undertaken and will undertake certain actions, set forth below, to ensure that its accounting for and allocation of the expenses it incurs in improving the apartments and properties it owns are accurate, and that any rent increases which are set based on such improvements and/or based on other appropriate factors are correctly and lawfully computed; and
WHEREAS, the Attorney General and DHCR find the actions set forth below to be undertaken by Pinnacle, appropriate and in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, Pinnacle believes that it is, and at all times, has been, in compliance with New York law, and Pinnacle has cooperated fully with the Attorney General and with DHCR throughout this Inquiry; and Pinnacle is entering into this Assurance of Discontinuance ("Assurance11) so that this matter may be resolved amicably, without further cost or inconvenience; and
WHEREAS, Pinnacle is willing to enter into this Assurance without admitting that it has violated any law, or that it otherwise committed any wrongful or improper act, and the Attorney General, pursuant to Section 63(15) of the New York Executive Law, is willing to accept this Assurance in lieu of commencing any statutory proceedings, and DHCR is willing to accept this Assurance in lieu of commencing any further overcharge proceedings on its own initiative, IT IS HEREBY AGREED BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES
1. THAT this Assurance shall be binding on, and apply to, Pinnacle Group NY, LLC, its affiliates, subsidiaries and all of their current and former officers, directors, employees, and agents, and any partners of any of them, as well as any successors in interest to any of them
2. THAT for all rent-stabilized apartments owned or managed by Pinnacle, Pinnacle will comply with all applicable laws including but not limited to the Rent Stabilization Law, Local Law 1969, No. 16 of the Administrative Code of the City of New York ("RSL") and regulations thereto, as they may be from time to time modified, including but not limited to:
(a) RSL §§ 26-511 and 26-512 and 9 N.Y.C.R.R. §§ 2522.1 and 2521.1 incalculating the rents charged for rent-stabilized apartments owned or managed by Pinnacleimposed as a result of individual apartment improvements and major capitol improvements andnot imposing rents in excess of the permissible limits;
(b) RSL §26-517(f) and 9N.Y.C.R.R. §2528.3 by registering with DHCR the rent amount for each rent-stabilized apartment owned or managed by Pinnacle each year; and
(c) 9 RY.C.R.R § 2522.5(c) by attaching a rider to the leases of tenants of rent-stabilized apartments owned or managed by Pinnacle who sign a vacancy lease, which rider states, in relevant part, the amount of the prior legal regulated rent, if any, and how any increased rent was calculated, as well as a statement that the increased rent was calculated pursuant to the Guidelines of the Rent Guidelines Board and the Rent Stabilization Code.
3. THAT Pinnacle has retained a forensic accounting and investigative firm acceptable to the Attorney General and to DHCR, Forensic Investigative Associates ("FIA"), which will, within one hundred eighty ( 180) days of the execution of this document by the Attorney General and by DHCR audit all rents set by Pinnacle for the four year period between December 15,2002, and December 15,2006, for each rent-stabilized apartment owned or managed by Pinnacle which was vacated within that four year period; and
(a) Should FIA find any rent that cannot be justified based on statutory increases and/or documented improvements and/or other applicable provisions of law, Pinnacle will credit to the tenant (or refund to the fonner tenant) the amount of the overcharge plus interest calculated in the manner approved by DHCR, no later than thirty (30) days from completion of the audit;
(b) For each apartment for which a rent overcharge is identified, Pinnaclewill, no later than thirty (30) days from completion of the audit, revise Pinnacle's rent records toconform with the correct rent as determined by FLA, provide current tenants of those apartmentswith written notice of the lawful stabilized rent, amend tenants' leases, as appropriate, and file with DHCR an amended and superceding rent registration statement for each apartment wherethe rental contained in the current registration statement exceeds the lawful rent as calculated by FIA;
(c) If there are tenants to whom refunds are owed as a result of this audit whocannot be readily located, Pinnacle will take all reasonable steps, as agreed by the AttorneyGeneral and DHCR, to locate the tenants. At a minimum, these efforts shall include Pinnaclesending each such former tenant at his or her last known address a copy of the notice that arefund is due the tenant and of the procedures for obtaining the refund. Pinnacle shall pay therefund due a former tenant within 30 days of receiving a request from such former tenant or hisauthorized representative or within 30 days of learning of the former tenant's currentwhereabouts, hi the event that any of these tenants cannot be located. Pinnacle will maintain themonies for their refunds in an escrow account for one year. After that time has elapsed, if thetenants' whereabouts remain unknown, these funds will be disbursed in a manner agreeable tothe Attorney General and DHCR; and
(d) Within 90 and 180 days from the date of the execution of this Agreement, Pinnacle shall provide the Attorney General and DHCR with verified compliance reports in the form of an affidavit stating in detail (he steps and procedures taken or instituted by Pinnacle to comply with the terms of this Assurance. The compliance report shall include the following:
i. the amount of rent overcharges refunded to each current and former tenant;
ii. copies of all letters or notices sent to tenants pursuant to this Assurance and a description of all efforts made to locate tenants entitled to refunds;
iii. copies of all revised rent records showing the correct rent amounts as calculated by FIA;
iv. copies of all notices provided current tenants of those apartments of the lawful stabilized rent;
v. copies of leases amended as provided in para. 3(b) above; vi, copies of all superseding rent registration statements filed with DHCR pursuant to paragraph 3(b) above;
vii. such additional supporting documentation as the Attorney General requests to demonstrate that FlA's calculation of revised rents and/or overcharges was justified;
h. the name of the financial entity holding the escrow account and an accounting of the funds contained therein; and
i. a copy of FlA's audit report (included in the second compliance report).
The compliance reports shall be sent to Assistant Attorney General Herbert Israel,Consumer Frauds Bureau, Office of the Attorney General, 3rd Floor, New York. New York 10271 or such other person as may be designated by the Attorney General; and Office of General Counsel, Division of Housing and Community Renewal, 25 Beaver Street, 7th Floor, New York, New York 10004 or such person as may be designated by the Commissioner.
4. THAT FLA will also review and approve Pinnacle's current procedures forcomputing rents on newly vacated apartments:
(a) If any of Pinnacle's procedures are found not to be in compliance withapplicable law and DHCR regulations, Pinnacle will promptly implement the recommendationsof FIA for revised procedures; and
(b) For a period of one year from the date of the signing of this Assurance,FIA will monitor Pinnacle's ongoing compliance with the approved procedures for tracking thecosts of renovating individual apartments and for setting rents on newly vacated apartments
5. THAT this Assurance concludes the Inquiry brought by the Attorney General andby DHCR and any action that the Attorney General or DHCR could commence against Pinnacleoi any of its current affiliates or subsidiaries, or any of their current or former officers, directors,shareholders, employees, and agents, and any partners of any of them, arising from or relating tothe subject matter of this Assurance; provided however, that nothing contained in this Assuranceshould be construed to preclude claims by the Attorney General or by DHCR to enforcePinnacle's obligations arising from or relating to the provisions contained in this Assurance.
6- THAT no amendments, modifications or variations of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in a writing executed by both Parties.
7. THAT this Agreement shall apply to and inure to the benefit of the Parties and their respective successors and assigns, parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, predecessors, present and former directors, officers, shareholders, members, partners, employees, representatives and agents
8. THAT this Agreement contains the entire agreement and understandingconcerning the subject matter hereof between the Panics, and supersedes and replaces all priornegotiations, representations, promises, proposed agreements and agreements, written or oral
9. THAT nothing contained herein shall be construed so as to deprive anyindividual of any remedy under the law including the right of any tenant or former tenant to filean overcharge complaint with DHCR with respect to the subject matter of the Inquiry arid forDHCR to adjudicate it in accordance with the RSL and Rent Stabilization Code. This Assuranceshall not confer on any person any tights as to a third party beneficiary or otherwise againstPinnacle.
10. THAT the parties represent and warrant that their signatories to this Assurancehave authority to act for and bind the respective parties.
11. THAT the acceptance of this Assurance by the Attorney General and by DHCRshall not be deemed or construed as an approval by either of any of Pinnacle's past practices.
12. IT IS FURTHER UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT Pinnacle shall payto the Attorney General the sum of $ 100,000.00 as costs of this investigation pursuant toExecutive Law § 63(15).
WHEREFORE, the following signatures are affixed hereto this 18) day of December, 2006
Attorney General of the State of New York
120 Broadway
New Yodrl^ 027,1-0332
Francine James
Assistant First Deputy Attorney General
Commissioner of the New York State Division of
Housing and Community Renewal 25 Beaver Street,,?"1 Floor New Yoi k, Ne^York 10004 ,
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