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Kids' Digital Books Take the App Route
Ruckus Media, Others Line Up Titles for Interactive Reading
Picture this: A child cozies up for a bedtime story, but with an electronic book that allows her to, say, tickle a character, record her own voice reading or complete a maze.
Rick Richter, the former head of kids' books at CBS Corp.'s CBS 0.49% Simon & Schuster, is launching a new media house that specializes in interactive digital children's books, including classics such as "The Velveteen Rabbit." His company, Ruckus Media Group LLC, will make its debut with a line of children's books delivered via software applications that make use of color, video and touch screen capabilities.
The titles, priced at $3.99 each, will initially be sold via Apple Inc.'s AAPL 2.00% App Store but will be available later this year for a variety of tablet devices.
The launch illustrates how quickly the digital publishing landscape is changing. While novels and other books that depend only on text can be sold easily as standard e-books, children's picture books are more complicated.
Until the debut last April of Apple's iPad, the inability of existing e-book reading devices to provide color and video capabilities limited the digital opportunities for picture books and the like. Electronic children's books need that functionality, which is common in applications for games and movies.
Earlier this week, Bertelsmann AG's Random House Inc. partnered with Smashing Ideas Inc., a digital agency based in Seattle that has previously developed games and websites for a variety of clients, to create book-based children's apps for mobile devices. Other publishers, too, have announced apps for children's books, including HarperCollins Publishers Inc., a unit of News Corp. , which also owns The Wall Street Journal.
Ruckus Media, based in Norwalk, Conn., says it is forging partnerships directly with authors, illustrators and developers for the digital rights to titles. It has also struck a deal with Rabbit Ears Entertainment LLC for world-wide mobile rights to a library of classic children's video stories narrated by Hollywood personalities. Ruckus has reformatted some of the videos for mobile use, added games and included interactivity in the book apps, such as a blackboard that can be written on.
Ruckus will kick off with five titles, including "The Velveteen Rabbit," that will go on sale Sept. 28.
By year-end, Ruckus expects to offer as many as 26 titles for Apple's iPad and iPhone, plus smartphones and other devices running Android, an operating system created by Google Inc. The company says it has a total of 75 titles under contract.
Mr. Richter said the company will pay for the cost of creating each app, which he estimated will range from $12,000 to $30,000. Mr. Richter declined to share the specific revenue split with authors and illustrators.
Writers who have signed up include Jon Scieszka, who a few years ago created Simon & Schuster's "Trucktown" series of children's books, DVDs, and other products.
"I think that what we'll find in the new app world is that the original stuff will really fly," said Mr. Scieszka.
He said he continues to work with Simon & Schuster on a variety of projects.
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Looking for a roommate!! (Paris)
Hello everyone!
Room available starting from the 2nd of January in the 8th district of Paris. It is fully furnished, it has living room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen and all services (Internet, freebox, telephone, etc)
The apartment is 64 sq. meters, and the 2 bedrooms are located in the opposite side of the apartment from each other (which makes them really private). It is located in a residential area, literally 5 mins away from metro Rome or Liege.
If anyone is interested let me know and we could work something out.


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October 10, 2006
Merck delays filing for cardio combo pill
Merck said it has pushed back regulatory plans for an experimental cardiovascular pill that has been hailed by some as a possible follow-on to blockbuster cholesterol drug Zocor. The company will not file a worldwide marketing application next year for MK-524B, its investigational combination drug containing simvastatin and a novel compound said to raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Late-stage clinical trials continue, although a new filing date has not been determined. While the fixed-dose combo pill's schedule is delayed, Merck said it's on track to file MK-524A, the code name for the novel half of the compound, in 2007. Merck had announced earlier this year that, due to formulation issues with the fixed-dose combination, the MK-524B Phase III program would continue with MK-524A co-administered with simvastatin. Merck's cardiovascular pipeline has been a closely watched one, especially since last December when the company announced its regulatory filing plans for MK-524B. Merck is looking to replace Zocor, which went off patent in June. Separately, the Star-Ledger reported that Merck has been secretly testing a so-called CETP-inhibitor, a type of drug that lowers bad cholesterol and raises good cholesterol. The company registered a clinical trial for a cholesterol agent, dubbed MK-0859, on clinicaltrials.gov, the federal site that tracks drug company studies. The site notes that the agent is in Phase II testing. A Merck spokesman told The Star-Ledger it has not confirmed the agent's mechanism of action and that it would likely do so at an upcoming business briefing in December.


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The CCITT's definition of X500 is:
"a collection of open systems which co-operate to hold a logical data base of information about the set of objects in the real world. The users of the Directory, including people and computer programs, can read or modify the information, or parts of it, subject to having permission to do so."
The CCITT called the Directory in the singular to reflect the intention to create a single logical directory.
Basically X500 defines:
X500 does not define the user interfaces nor does it define the implementation technology.
In practical terms, what the X500 offers is the access to a distributed open, online directory. Thus, while the initial drive for X500 is to provide directory support for the X400 MHS services, X500 also offers an open standard for a generalised directory capability and it's possible use extends beyond X400 and OSI applications. Today, X500 is seen potentially as providing support for:
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I've been through a lot in the aviation world, but not enough to ever get my pilot's license. I started working on it about 9 years ago, and after doing a couple solo flights, I had an accident in a Mooney during takeoff. It was a bit windy, and the older Mooney's have a very squirrley nose gear compared to a Cessna. I had a crosswind below my limits and it changed during my takeoff. This caused one wing to lift before I had enough speed for takeoff. As I started to correct for this, the wing dropped, and the nose gear touched again, causing me to head off the runway. I over-corrected, and went the other way, and went towards the opposite side of the runway. At that moment I had just about enough speed to take off, but I decided it was best to ride it out, and stay on the ground. If I had lifted too quickly in my panic, I could have stalled the plane and come crashing down, seriously injuring myself. I made the proper decision, and while I did a massive amount of damage to the plane, I came out completely uninjured. I was a bit shaken, but I knew that one day I would have to get back on the horse. The following summer, I started flying again, to get over my fear. It put the love of flying back into me, but things had changed, and I couldn't keep up with the lessons due to finances. I decided to quit flying.
I did, however, stick to my simulator, and when Flight Simulator X came out, I was hooked to all the new features. A few years back I started looking into CH Products yoke and pedals. Then I discovered the Saitek equipment and was in love. I started by purchasing the yoke with throttle, and pedals. Then I purchased the multi-panel, then the radio panel, then an additional throttle quadrant, then the switch panel. I also purchased the TrackIR device so I could easily look around the cockpit without the use of a HAT switch on the yoke. I wasn't satisfied, and hated the way it was set up, and wanted a more realistic experience without having to spend the money to fly for real. I knew it was time to work towards a real flight sim setup.
Since then, I've purchased a USB flight headset adapter made by Flight Sound, FS Panel Studio for FSX, some 737 throttle knobs for the saitek throttle quadrant setup, and a couple other random items. I haven't had the space to build a cockpit until recently when I moved from my tiny townhome, into a new house with my wife. I've now got a full basement that I can use for whatever I'd like. It's time for me to continue collecting and get started on building this thing. Unfortunately, I have a new baby on the way in just under a month, so I might have quite a few delays in this project.
I plan on purchasing the following additional items for the Simulator setup:
-1 or 2 32″ LCD TV's to use as the windshield, rather than an external screen or projected image. This is more cost effective. Though I might just break down and purchase a 1080p projector…
-Additional Saitek radio panel for dual radio setup
-Saitek Backlit Information Panel
-MAYBE a Saitek instrument information panel or two, but probalby not since for the price of one, I can just buy a 22″ LCD monitor.
-Some car seats from a junk yard or universal racing seats off ebay. I'd like to find a car seat that has height adjust-ability if possible, for my step-son.
-A backlit keyboard for use within the cockpit when it's dark
-An LED controller with some RGB LED strips from Oznium.com for in-cockpit lighting. Then I can make red, white, blue, green light, or whatever, and dim to a specific level.
-X-plane 10, or another sim alternative like Prepar3D from Lockheed Martin
-FSX Real Environment Extreme for FSX/Prepar3D, for greater ralism
-Maybe some additional plugins and extra planes to fly, including FSUIPC if necessary
I then plan to follow the recommendations of the guy who makes the 737 throttle knobs, and build a cockpit much like his setup. I will likely build from the ground up, by first building a rolling platform that can contain seats and a center console, then build up from there. Task for this weekend is to go seat hunting!
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SOURCE: Insmed Incorporated
April 02, 2014 16:44 ET
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ--(Marketwired - Apr 2, 2014) - Insmed Incorporated (NASDAQ: INSM), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing inhaled anti-infective treatments for patients battling lung diseases in orphan indications, announced today organizational changes and new leadership team appointments that will better align the organization with the Company's growth opportunities. These growth opportunities include the potential commercialization of Insmed's lead product candidate, ARIKAYCE™, for two indications: patients with nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung infections and cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections.
Will Lewis, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Insmed, said, "Over the past year, we have been evolving Insmed from a primarily R&D oriented company toward one capable of delivering and supporting multiple products in our targeted therapeutic areas -- orphan, pulmonary and infectious diseases. The changes we are announcing today broaden the depth of talent and experience in all areas of our business -- from R&D, regulatory and commercial to financial and corporate development -- to ensure we deliver on our mission to provide new life-saving therapies to patients around the world."
As part of the organizational changes, Dr. Renu Gupta, Executive Vice President, Development and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), will move to a new role as Special Advisor to the CEO, which will allow Dr. Gupta to smoothly and effectively transition her current responsibilities prior to departing the Company in the Fall to pursue other interests. In her new role, she will assist the CEO in evaluating important science and development matters related to ARIKAYCE as well as advising on other potential ground-breaking scientific advances in the field of pulmonary and infectious disease. Insmed has initiated a search to identify a new CMO.
Mr. Lewis continued, "On behalf of everyone at Insmed, I would like to thank Renu for her many contributions to the Company. Over the past eight years, she has put forth an extraordinary effort to advance ARIKAYCE from preclinical development through to the most recent phase 3 clinical trial in CF and phase 2 clinical trial in NTM, both of which produced very encouraging results. I am very pleased she will remain with the Company for the next several months to ensure a smooth transition and serve as an advisor to me on key strategic issues."
Dr. Gupta said, "I have been incredibly fortunate to be involved in Insmed's evolution. I am confident the Company has a very bright future, particularly given the promising results of the phase 2 trial of ARIKAYCE in NTM. I look forward to continuing to advise Will over the next several months and to ensuring a smooth transition before moving on to the next chapter of my professional career."
Senior Leadership Team Changes and Appointments
"I am confident we are building an executive team with the breadth and depth of expertise and experience needed to accomplish our ambitious goal of creating a best-in-class biopharmaceutical company," said Mr. Lewis.
About Insmed
Insmed Incorporated is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients battling serious lung diseases. Insmed is focused on the development and commercialization of ARIKAYCE, or liposomal amikacin for inhalation, for at least two identified orphan patient populations: patients with nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung infections and cystic fibrosis (CF) patients with Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infections. For more information, please visit http://www.insmed.com.
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Lloyd Werft photo shows Stena Hollandica prior to insertion of new mid body section
May 18, 2007
Second Stena Superferry back in service
Stena Line has announced the return of Stena Hollandica to service on the Harwich, U.K. to Hook of Holland route following its lengthening and refurbishment at Lloyd Werft, Bremerhaven, Germany.
Stena Line has invested some $138 million in lengthening and refurbishing at Lloyd Werft of the two superferries used on this route, the Stena Brittanica and Stena Hollandica.
The 43,487 gt Stena Brittanica, built in 2002 by Hyundai Heavy Industries, Ulsan, Korea, was at Lloyd Werft from January 20 to March 9 for a conversion that included insertion of a 30 m long by 29.3 m midship section.
The smaller (33,360 gt) Stena Hollandica, built in 2001 by the AESA Puerto Real yard in Spain, was in the Bremerhaven yard from March 12 through May 3, where a 50 m long x 28.7 m wide midship section was inserted. This took the ship's length to 240 m from 188 m. According to Stena Line, this is "the largest lengthening ever undertaken."
The number of cabins aboard Stena Hollandica has been increased to 395 from 192 and new high-quality Dux mattresses help ensure a good night's sleep.
The two Superferries have completely renewed onboard features, including two restaurants, two bars, shop, cinema, Stena Plus lounge, onboard kennels for pets and a number of Captain Class and Comfort Class cabins with additional facilities. Passengers can also stay connected with both WiFi and mobile phone reception during the whole crossing.
Pim de Lange, Area Director North Sea, Stena Line welcomed the return of Stena Hollandica, saying, "The return of the newly extended Stena Hollandica completes this period of substantial investment in the Harwich--Hook of Holland route. It is now more convenient and comfortable than ever to travel to Holland-- instead of the hassle of airports, passengers can relax and enjoy the journey, whether it be a drink and dinner, followed by a film, or making the most of the quiet Stena Plus Lounge to catch up on business."


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Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Shutter bug
24 comments:
- Modern Country Style said...
I absolutely cannot believe how cheaply you got those shutters. In the UK, they'd be really expensive, charity shop or no charity shop.
Insane jealousy aside (who am I kidding?! I'll be fuming all evening!!), you have completely transformed them. I'm beyond impressed (again!).
- October 13, 2010 at 11:41 AM
- Love the Decor! said...
Richella they turned out great!!!
- October 13, 2010 at 11:41 AM
- Debbie said...
I think by your sons response that tells you they turned out perfect. I love the old rustic beat up look. You did a great job. Thanks for joining me today.
- October 13, 2010 at 1:23 PM
- FrouFrouBritches said...
Richella, they are GORGEOUS! I've been wanting to get some shutters for my mantle. I haven't checked my HFH store lately. I might need to recheck there. Lovely!!
- October 13, 2010 at 1:40 PM
I love those!!!!!!!!!!!!
I've got to get some shutters....heading to St. Vinney's today and maybe I'll get lucky.
- October 13, 2010 at 2:02 PM
- Leslie @ goodbye, house! HELLO, HOME! said...
OH!!! I love it!!
Survived the Nazi occupation!
I would have replied, "That's the look I was going for!"
I have some French Postcards for you, if you like--really! REAL ones (Printed in France and everything!)!
They have reds and blues and golds and reds in them, they are about 8"-10" X 5-6".
I would love you to have them if you like them.
See this post and look at the cards on the iron scrolly thing behind the cabinet.
If you like them, they're yours! :)
I wish I had your gift of distressing and faux painting!
So happy to have inspired you--this is what blog friends do. You inspire me, too!
Hugs and blessings as you make your home (and guest room!)
- October 13, 2010 at 2:33 PM
- Gina said...
Your shutters are awesome! It's amazing what some paint & love will do. Kind of makes me sorry for not buying the shutters I spotted at an estate sale this summer.
- October 13, 2010 at 3:41 PM
- Nook Cranny Gifts said...
Thank you for the comment on my blog.
I love how your shutter turned out.
Thanks for sharing.
- October 13, 2010 at 3:56 PM
- Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...
Those really do look old. Great job and I can't wait to see the finished room.
- October 13, 2010 at 4:05 PM
- Holly said...
You got the skillz, girl! They look awesome. Did you tell your son "why, you smart thing, they did survive the Nazi invasion...in France!
- October 13, 2010 at 4:32 PM
- Kim said...
A success for sure. They'll look great with the cards and photos you find for them.
- October 13, 2010 at 5:46 PM
- Blondie's Journal said...
You did a great job! Hurray for you for accomplishing exactly what you wanted! And what a great deal. I love it!
- October 13, 2010 at 5:53 PM
- Melanie said...
I can't believe that you bought those for 3 dollars! What a great find and they look fabulous!
- October 13, 2010 at 6:25 PM
- Angie said...
Ilove those! I sooo want to add some turquoise shutters to my living room...*sigh* maybe one day! lol
- October 13, 2010 at 7:05 PM
- Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...
They look great Richella!
I love that look and your son is quite funny!
Great deal too!
- October 13, 2010 at 7:48 PM
- Lynne in NC said...
Your son put it best!
They do look awesome.
Thanks for sharing.
- October 13, 2010 at 8:23 PM
- Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...
Love how they turned out!! Just darling! You picked the perfect color too!! :)
- October 13, 2010 at 8:47 PM
- Amanda @ Serenity Now said...
Nazi occupation or not, I like them!! ;) Sehr gut!!! ;)
- October 13, 2010 at 9:11 PM
- Southern Lady said...
What a great project! You always come up with some wonderful ideas. People would pay big money for those! Please show us the guest room when you are finished! Carla
- October 13, 2010 at 10:27 PM
Nazi occupation, haha! Love them! They're beautiful :-)
- October 14, 2010 at 8:46 AM
- HeathahLee said...
- October 14, 2010 at 10:42 PM
- Amanda @ Serenity Now said...
I can't wait to see how they fit in with the room!! :) Thanks for linking up and leaving a sweet comment, my friend! Happy Weekend! :)
- October 15, 2010 at 1:09 PM
- Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal said...
They turned out great! I love the color. I have some smaller ones stashed in the garage I might dig out. Thanks for the idea.
- October 15, 2010 at 1:47 PM
- Scooper said...
From one Francophile to another, tres magnifique!
- October 19, 2010 at 10:02 PM
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Big Wheelchair is Watching You
current location: Under surveillance
current mood: uncomfortable
The other day I received a letter letting me know that Kent and Medway Wheelchair Services is being privatised (they were worried about this happening when I went through the system last summer). Now in theory it shouldn't make any difference to the service I receive, but, as I noted on Twitter, it does mean someone now expects to make a profit out of my needs/my wheels.
Today the new franchise holder followed my twitter account. Now admittedly it's a new account, but they're following a grand total of 7 accounts, only two of which are individuals, and the other one is Tanni, aka Baroness Tanni Grey-Thomson, parliamentarian, multiple paralympian and the most famous wheelie in the country.
The scary thing is I didn't mention where I lived. They must have pulled it out of the #wheelchair stream from a week ago, figured out I was talking about them and made a note to follow me once their account was up.
Of course that's not remotely likely to intimidate someone from freely discussing the service they depend on.
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I am trying to take a bath here!
See all of Summer's merch at her Designercat Shop, available on Zazzle.
Featuring Summer, Therapy Cat and Kitty on the Go
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rumblepurr says
Takes work to be so bootiful!!
Angie Bailey says
Bath cam! I'd have the same look on my face if someone was taking pics of my while I was bathing!
Have a great day,
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The Island Cats says
Sheesh!! Can't even take a bath without that flashy box in your face!!
Fuzzy Tales says
Really, humans have no sense of personal space, do they? Very rude.
P.S. Our human says trust her, Annie wasn't blinking…. 😀
Fraidy Cats says
No peace, huh? We know that feeling!
-Pip, Smidgen, Minnie
Marg says
Sparkle, that is really rude of the Mom do take pictures of you bathing. Bet she wouldn't like it if someone took pictures while she was bathing. It does take a lot of work to keep all the furs all straight. Those are still good pictures. Hope you and your family have a super week end.
Cory says
Humans can be so intrusive!
Simba says
Sparkle, you really do "the look" well!
The Kool~Kittie~Krew says
Isn't the PawPawRazzi extremely rude?!? Have a happy weekend!
Raymond and Busby says
What does a cat have to do to get some privacy?!
Rebecca says
Good heavens, all that fur! Your hairballs must be the size of tennis balls…
Brian says
Nope, I don't mind!
BeadedTail says
You'd think that the look on your face would teach your human to give you privacy during bath time. We can tell you mean business but we bet it'll happen again.
Mishkat says
Our human is always trying to take photos of us when we are bathing, so we sympathize! We do like the photo where your tongue is sticking out just a little, though.
Pricilla says
Aaah, is that the CAT stare of death?
Katnip Lounge says
Dang nosey Humans! We think they are jealous cuz they can't lick alla THEIR parts. So they annoy us in revenge.
Sweet Praline says
Wow! If looks could kill!
Cat's Cats says
Don't people know that sometimes a girl needs a little privacy?
Jacqueline says
Sorry to interupt, sweetie; just wanted to tell you what a gorgeous girl we think you are!…And wish you all a fun holiday weekend…kisses…Calle, Halle, Sukki
Momo says
Just so rude. You go and take a pic of your mom while she is bathing to get even.
Never a moment's privacy! Please stop by for our party for Ivy!
Spitty says
Could you teach me to glare like that?
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The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling opens opportunity for U.S. Supreme Court to decide on immigration action in upcoming term
Tonight, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the injunction against President Barack Obama's immigration executive orders. The U.S. Department of Justice is now expected to seek certiorari to urge the U.S. Supreme Court to immediately take up the case in the upcoming term.
Below are remarks by Dawn Le, the Deputy Campaign Director of the Alliance for Citizenship:
"The Fifth Circuit ruling comes as no surprise. This politically driven decision resolves nothing and continues to leave millions of families in limbo. Despite this delay, immigrant families never gave up and can finally see a path forward. We expect the Department of Justice to act swiftly so the Supreme Court can hear the case this term and help hardworking immigrant parents win justice and ensure their families won't be torn apart by deportation.
"It is time for the Supreme Court to set aside the politics that motivated this anti-immigrant case and the tainted rulings in the lower courts, and to deliver justice once and for all to millions of families who contribute to America every day."


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Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado is the vibrant urban college town of Fort Collins, CO. Located between Denver, CO and Cheyenne, WY, this hotbed of ingenuity and cultural diversity was once a trading post where traders and American Indians could meet on the banks of the Cache la Poudre River to swap goods. The vast expanse and terrain of the Rocky Mountains provide endless opportunities for stunning views, wildlife watching, recreation and relaxation. The natural beauty and energizing feel of the city make this spot a must-visit destination; book an RV rental in Fort Collins and experience this inspiring and vibrant region from the comforts of your cozy rental camper.
Experience the Sites and Scenery
Opportunities to explore the natural beauty that the Fort Collins area has to offer are almost infinite. The locals love Lory State Park, with its 26 miles of hiking and biking trails. The Horsetooth Reservoir borders the park and affords the option to explore the area via kayak or canoe. This is a gorgeous outdoor recreation space to explore during the Fort Collins camper rental trip. Just a little North of town lies the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, a terrain of foothills that spreads across the Eastern side of the Continental Divide. There are six wilderness areas to explore within the massive preserve, some with rustic camping sites available to park the Fort Collins motorhome rental.
A visit to the Fort Collins area would not be complete without at least a couple days set aside to explore Rocky Mountain National Park. One of the most visited national parks in the country, Rocky Mountain National Park spans 415 square miles and boasts over 300 miles of hiking trails and paths. Expect breathtaking views of the towering mountains, lush forests, sparkling waterways and prime wildlife observing opportunities. Also, expect a lot of traffic in some areas. It's recommended to arrive at the park early in the day. Or better yet, stay on site overnight in the Fort Collins RV rental and engage in some spectacular stargazing and immerse yourself in the calm and quiet of the forest. There are five visitor centers and there's a free shuttle that operates out of the Bear Lake area. If you don't have a secondary vehicle in tow, it may be worth renting a car for the days you're visiting the park to enable access to traversing some of the steep and winding roads. With your secondary mode of transportation, take in some seriously spectacular views and head up Trail Ridge Road. Enter this over 40 miles of road in Estes Park and hit above-the-treeline altitudes of up to 12,000 feet during the drive. For some prime moose gazing, visit Kawuneeche Valley, known as the "quiet side" of the park. There are multitudes of other spots to visit while touring the park with your Fort Collins RV rental, so pick a few spots and enjoy.
City Attractions
The lively and carefully renovated Old Town Historic district offers doses of history, tons of local restaurants and eateries, breweries and unique shops to explore. Hop on the old trolley that rolls through town or take a self-guided walking tour of the area. Take in some awesome exhibits at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. This expansive museum offers a range of exhibits, from Earth and Space to local wildlife, to a family-friendly Exploration Zone. There are golf courses (frisbee and traditional style), horseback riding ranches and mini amusement parks throughout the metro area. Take the Fort Collins camper rental for a family visit to The Farm at Lee Martinez Park. Learn and interact with a variety of farm animals and experience a little bit of farming culture. Meet some striking rehabilitated birds of prey during a visit to the Rocky Mountain Raptor Center. There is definitely something for everyone along for the ride on the Fort Collins RV rental trip.
What's Unique
Fort Collins is full of flourishing vegetation, stunning natural terrain and it's no mystery why the area supports such creativity and innovation amongst its residents. Colorado State University helps to cultivate the vast spectrum of diversity and vibrant nightlife. The city welcomes entrepreneurs and artisans looking to build on their unique talents. The microbrewery and local winery scene is booming and offers tons of opportunities to sample the fermented flavors of the region. The city is bike friendly, with an elaborate, sometimes scenic trail system that gives you access to most of the city without having to battle vehicle traffic.
Where to Park It
It comes as no surprise that this scenic area has an array of private RV parks. When you book a motorhome in Fort Collins, there should be no shortage of sites for your temporary home, though depending on the season, you may need to reserve your preferred spot a little in advance. The Fort Collins area also offers some awesome rustic (and usually free) camping options for the rental RV. Canyon Lakes Ranger District in the Roosevelt National Forest has free sites available, though you have to come prepared, as there are no facilities or hookups. Rocky Mountain National Forest also has quite a few sites and spots on location. If you're craving the familiarity of a hybrid grocery, home goods and supply supercenter, there are a few Walmarts throughout the area; they can provide a decent landing spot to rest and regroup with the Fort Collins camper rental.
The Food
Foodies! This is your place. The culinary industry in Fort Collins is extremely diverse and caters to all sorts of dietary needs, preferences and tastes. There is a heavy concentration of fun and innovative food trucks in the area, too. A food tour of the city is not out of the question and there are a few organized brewery and foodie day tours that can get you to some of the top picks in town. There is no shortage of grocery stores in town, either. There are a few big chain stores in town and some local markets and co-ops too.
Experience lush terrain, a mild climate, soaring mountains and a mosaic of arts, culture and entertainment with your rental RV in Fort Collins. This serene yet lively community is packed with the perfect blend of outdoor recreation and city sites to entertain and rejuvenate those fortunate enough to visit. Search for an RV rental in Fort Collins and start planning your next rental camper adventure.
RV Rentals in Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins, CO is the perfect spot to start your next road trip. With 700 RVs for rent, travelers can find a motorhome rental to match their budget and rental needs. In Fort Collins renters can choose from a selection of drivable RVs including 56 Class A, 19 Class B, 108 Class C, and 47 Camper Vans. For towable options, renters can bring their own vehicle or rent a tow vehicle and can choose from 298 travel trailers, 57 folding trailers, 29 fifth wheels, and 17 toy haulers.
There are many popular rentals in Fort Collins with the average rental having a rating of 4.82. The highest rated RV rentals are 2016 Keystone Cougar, 2012 Coachmen Freelander, 2016 Winnebago Winnie Drop, 2014 Airstream Bambi 16' Sport, and 2018 Heartland Mallard M185. Outdoorsy's Fort Collins RV rental marketplace allows renters to choose from rental options from professional RV rental agencies as well as RVs for rent by owner. Fort Collins's most popular RV rental agencies are Rocky Mountain Teardrop Rentals, Highway To Hell Yeah Vans, Trailer World Denver, Camper Girls Colorado , and Switchback Van Rentals. There are 51 instantly bookable RVs in Fort Collins that renters can book at a moments notice.
RV Rental Prices and Availability in Fort Collins
Outdoorsy data shows the average RV rental prices for the next six months in Fort Collins is $185.20 with 577 of the inventory already booked. For drivable RVs the average price is $209.32 and $173.88 for trailer rentals. The least expensive week of the year to book is August 29 - September 4 with the most expensive being August 26 - September 1. The most popular month for renting an RV in Fort Collins is June with the least popular being December.
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Using the search filters renters can find a motorhome, camper van or trailer to rent using the criteria from 50+ filters. In the most popular RV rental amenities are: 572 stoves, 572 heaters, 551 kitchen sinks, 544 refrigerators, and 532 dining tables. For those looking to cook, 344 have ovens, 544 have refrigerators, 436 have microwaves, and 572 have stoves. For those needing some entertainment in their RV, 350 have TVs, 476 have radios, and 419 have CD Players. For those who love to travel with their pets, there are 395 pet friendly RV rentals in Fort Collins.
RV and Motorhome Rentals Nearby
Nearby to Fort Collins are a number of National, State and Local parks. Travelers can easily rent RVs and motorhomes near Rocky Mountain National Park, Arapaho National Forest, White River National Forest, Chautauqua Park, Pike National Forest, and Genesee Park.
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Take in the scenery of Katherine Gorge.
An APT holiday is more than a checklist of the best inclusions. It's a feeling of freedom. A feeling like you don't need a watch or wallet and you haven't a care in the world. Our travels around Australia can take you to hard to reach places, and then we make it our mission to exceed all of your expectations. Here are some of the ingredients of how we do it.
We're proud to have been voted 'Best Domestic Tour Operator' five years in a row (2012 - 2016) at the National Travel Industry Awards and inducted into the WA Tourism Hall of Fame – an accolade that only a few can boast.
As an isolated frontier, travelling into the Kimberley region requires specialist local knowledge. With over 70 team members, APT provides comprehensive support in the Kimberley and around Australia.
Specially engineered custom-built Mercedes Benz and Isuzu 4WD vehicles set a global benchmark. APT's vehicles have an impeccable reliability record and traverse some of the world's roughest terrain.
APT is the expert in small group touring, guaranteeing a maximum of 20 guests on your truly personalised 4WD adventure. Come away with a deeper insight into this fascinating region on a small group journey.
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It takes a lot of dedicated and talented people to create an APT holiday. We are fortunate to have a bunch of ridiculously well travelled people planning the adventures, an ever-reliable operations team stationed in Broome who ensure your trip runs smoothly, and a super friendly team of Wilderness Lodge Hosts living in some of Australia's most remote places who are always ready to welcome new guests. And then there are the Driver-Guides. The heart and soul of APT.
After an adventure-filled day, you'll find our hand-picked properties provide the perfect retreats, offering unique locations and the utmost comfort. We've made sure that every stay adds to the magic of your journey.
This iconic resort boasts luxurious rooms, an array of dining choices, a relaxing day spa, two swimming pools and a beach side bar to watch the sunset.
Stay in superbly appointed Superior Lagoon View guest rooms, surrounded by seemingly endless sparkling saltwater lagoons.
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Tottenham Hotspur (Spurs) Football Club is located in North London. The club is also known as Spurs. Tottenham's home ground is White Hart Lane. The club motto is Audere est Facere (To dare is to do).
THE MOST important appointment of any club, at any time, is the manager of the football team.
When chairman select managers they have had a habit of making a random appointments without thinking about what type of man they are really looking for to do the job.
Do they want an experienced man who has a reputation for handling players? Do they want someone who is very good on the training pitch? Do they want a manager who is charismatic?
The latter might apply if the chairman enjoys a low profile. By the same token, if a chairman has a high profile, he might wish to appoint a manager who will take a back seat in publicity matters.
The chairman profile in recent years has changed dramatically. Some chairmen now are taking very major roles. Many are working full-time at the clubs, or the PLCs and some are earning quite considerable salaries.
The League Managers' Association are quite right to draw attention to the fact that the instability of our system, coupled with the introduction of foreign coaches, has led to less opportunities for manager/coaches in this country.
However, it remains important that people with a view to becoming a coach or manager must train, must serve a proper apprenticeship and must get on the roundabout and even risk getting knocked off before it has completed one revolution.
There is nowhere near enough groundwork put into the selection process of modern day managers. And that is the first problem.
The casualty rate has, within the business, almost become seen as a tragic farce. Only last Monday, when Matty Etherington was about to depart to Bradford for a month, a 'grapevine phonecall' told me that Jim Jefferies, a friend of mine, was losing his job at Valley Parade.
Jim would've been the 20th to leave his job, a statistic that has since gone to Stockport's Andy Kilner. Within hours on the same day it was reported that Paul Jewell was leaving his post at Wigan, which, had it happened, would have made a round 21! This figure has now been reached with the departure of Andy Ritchie from Oldham.
When I left Sheffield Wednesday after 13 games I thought I was harshly treated, but the advancement in decision making, due to fear of relegation or thirst for success, has become even greater.
When Peter Shreeve left Wednesday recently I rang him and said it was Groundhog Day. We had a near identical record when I left five years ago and when he took over he won the next two games and was not given the job.
This season when he left the job, the new caretaker Terry Yorath took over and won the two games, just as then - and he also probably won't get the position either.
Look carefully, and notice that the managers leaving their posts are not the ones non-achieving near the top of the league, but the ones who are worrying supporters, and therefore their chairman, in the lower reaches of the divisions.
At this moment, Glenn Roeder has just reaped nine points out of nine with West Ham. So one assumes he will now be in favour for the next couple of weeks.
Just recently people were ringing these wicked phone-ins calling for his head.
What makes a good manager? The board of directors should recognise the ability of a potential manager from within the club. That should be their aim.
It was the aim of Graham Taylor many years ago when he identified people on his staff who he wanted to have the ambition to become future management material - whether at his club or elsewhere.
The cost of recruiting managers from outside is considerable in terms of compensation to the club the new man leaves and the departing manager.
That is why the importance of a football director on the board should be not only important, but listened to. This way, someone like John Rudge, who is very experienced, working at Stoke City or Gordon Milne at Newcastle, is able to put an independent, constructive view when the club runs into trouble on the field.
He is then able to give a dispassionate view of what type of man should be employed.
This is the question that has to be addressed before we start getting into any sort of dangerous talk such as that uttered by Sir Alex Ferguson in the Sunday papers.
Sir Alex is no longer on our LMA committee, so his was a personal view, and he said managers should withdraw their co-operation with the press until the fall-out rate of managers subsides.
Alex knows it's never been any different, just getting more fierce.
A manager's future should not be determined by whether he wins or loses his next few games, as I hear quoted nowadays. The ability of someone to handle a club should be based on proven track record and not on the basis of winning or losing a couple of games.
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Committee upholds most penalties for postseason misconduct
INDIANAPOLIS -- A public reprimand and certain penalties have been issued for New Mexico student-athletes Victor Rodriguez and James Rogers for misconduct during the 2011 Division I Men's Soccer Championship.
The Division I Men's Soccer Committee originally issued the reprimands and other penalties, and New Mexico appealed the decision to the Administrative Committee of the Division I Championships/Sports Management Cabinet. The Administrative Committee reviewed relevant materials, submitted correspondence and statements made during the appeal hearing in the process of making its final decision.
Specifically, Rodriguez was found to have engaged in misconduct by shouting at a South Florida student-athlete and then punching him in the face following the penalty kick shootout during the third-round match of the championship between the teams. Rodriguez's misconduct led the administrative committee to uphold a one-game postseason championship suspension as well as the withholding of his transportation expenses and championship per diem. The administrative committee ruled the suspension would apply to the next postseason opportunity, regardless of the institution Rodriguez may represent.
Rogers was found by the men's soccer committee to have engaged in misconduct when, while being restrained, he lowered his shoulder and struck the center referee in his midsection, knocking him off balance. The incident occurred after the conclusion of the penalty kick shootout and when the center referee was issuing Rodriguez a red card for his actions. After hearing the appeal, the administrative committee overturned the proposed one-game postseason championship suspension, but upheld the withholding of his transportation expenses and championship per diem.
Both student-athletes were issued red cards at the time of the incidents. Per the men's and women's soccer rules, Rodriguez will serve a two-game suspension for the "fighting red card" received and Rogers will serve a three-game suspension for his red card for "assault on a referee," beginning with the first game of the 2012 regular season.
"The administrative committee agreed with the men's soccer committee that the postgame behavior of both student-athletes was unacceptable and has no place in the sport of soccer," said Judy Rose, chair of the NCAA Division I Championships/Sports Management Cabinet and director of athletics at UNC-Charlotte. "However, the administrative committee felt the evidence related to Mr. Rogers' incident was not as clear as the original report suggested and agreed with the institution's appeal to overturn the one-game postseason suspension."
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According to the Wall Street Journal, Google will finally announce Google Music at the company's developer conference tomorrow. Even though, the company hasn't been able to strike deals with record companies, they have decided to go ahead and launch the product nonetheless.
Initially, the service will be available for beta testers and not the general public. It will supposedly work like a remote hard drive, where people can store their songs. Users will then be able to listen to the songs, but not download them. This is due to the fact that they haven't signed any deals with record labels yet, and they could very well take Google to court for allowing people to download songs.
This kind of service is known as a "passive" locker, and doesn't require licenses from record companies. Google could very well add more features in the future, once it strikes deals with copyright holders. We'll take what we can, better this than nothing. Now Google, let's just get this over with and announce this thing already.
UPDATE: Things are happening fast, people. Peter Kafta of AllThingsD has shed a little more light on how Google Music will work. The service will apparently automatically create playlists based on your interests. Google will also allow users to upload up to 20,000 songs — which is roughly 50GB worth of songs. Google expects the service to launch for the general public in the weeks following the beta release — that's very good news.
Jamie Rosenberg, who's in charge of digital content and strategy for Google's Android platform, explained why the company has decided to go ahead and launch Google Music without record labels' consent:
Unfortunately, a couple of the major labels were less focused on the innovative vision that we put forward, and more interested in an unreasonable and unsustainable set of business terms.Jamie RosenbergGoogle Android
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Why spring is the best time to visit New York City
After a few months of snowfall and windy weather, spring has finally taken over New York. While the city is a beautiful destination every season, there is something extra special about springtime. Not only are flowers blooming and parks peeking out from under the snow, but the people are a bit chirpier, too.
From festivals to flower shows, here's why spring is arguably the best time to experience New York.
1. Parks become playgrounds
Central Park is open to visitors year-round, but come spring, there's a rebirth of sorts.
Not only are flowers blooming throughout the park, but the lawns are lush after months of rain and snow. Couples are especially keen to hop on a private boat along the lake, where skyline views of Manhattan are crystal clear on a warm spring day. The St. Regis New York on 5th Ave is only a few minutes' walk from the southeast corner of the Park, offering an easy pick for a luxury weekend getaway.
At Loeb Boathouse, visitors can choose to rent their own rowboats or splurge on an authentic Venetian gondola ride. Similarly, there are also boat rides available in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. Prefer to stick to dry land? Pack a picnic lunch, instead.
2. Flowers are in full bloom
Every spring, flowers bloom all around the city, adding some much needed color after a chilly winter. The New York Botanical Garden hosts their annual Orchid Show, complete with dance performances, poetry readings and more. This year boasts a Thailand theme, so prepare to be transported to southeast Asia, at least for a few hours.
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is also a must-see, what with it's buttercups, snowdrops and other adorably named flowers on full display. For something a bit quieter, sit on a bench in The Garden at St. Luke in the Fields or make the trek uptown to The Met Cloisters.
3. Rooftop bars open their doors
With no weather to hide from anymore, many of New York's popular rooftop bars reopen.
230 Fifth in the Flatiron District is one of the most iconic, with views of the Manhattan skyline including the Empire State and Chrysler buildings. There are heat lamps and snuggle-like blankets should you need them, but you likely won't. Another nearby spot is La Birreria, Eataly's rooftop restaurant and microbrewery. For a downtown view and club vibes, head to The Delancey in the Lower East Side.
Of course, many hotels also have their own rooftops and outdoor courtyards, should you crave a little more privacy.
4. Festival season picks up
If you're a regular festival-goer, you're overdue for a visit.
There's pretty much a festival for every taste and temperament—for foodies, the Bloody Mary Festival, the Coffee & Tea Festival and the NYC Cocktail Expo, to name a few. The Bacon and Beer Classic always draws a crowd, with 30 bacon-stuffed dishes to choose from and more than 100 craft brews at the ready.
Perhaps the most well-known, however, is the Tribeca Film Festival, where movies of all genres premiere to audiences of industry insiders and fans alike. Tickets start around $10.
5. Art shows move outside
Whether you're a fan of vibrant murals or contemporary pieces, New York is one of the best cities for art. So this spring, get cultured with a wander through some of the city's outdoor galleries and urban spaces.
The High Line is the most all-encompassing. It buzzes with people stopping for ice-cream, taking impromptu dance classes, and snapping selfies in front of new murals.
For something slightly more offbeat, head to St. Nicholas Ave and view the many murals of the Bushwick Collective. Like several other New York neighborhoods, art has helped transform Bushwick into a trendy, up-and-coming area of Brooklyn.
The St. Regis New York is a 2017 SPG Member Favorite Hotel & Resort—bidding for this iconic destination ends April 7. Check out the auction details here, and good luck!


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This includes all the physical and chemical processes that go on inside living things and that are necessary for proper functioning of the body. Physiology is closely related to anatomy, the study of different organs in a body and their relative positioning. This is because an understanding of functions of body parts requires a prior understanding of how the body is built. Human physiology is the specific study of the workings of the human body. The organ system approach is usually employed to study human physiology, including that of the bones and joints. Organ systems are a group of cells, tissues, and organs with a particular function.
Organ Systems
The human body consists of the following organ systems: [2]
<c>Musculoskeletal System</c> This system consists of bones of the skeleton, joints, muscles, connective tissue, ligaments, tendon, and cartilage. The musculoskeletal system provides a framework for the body, protects many critical organs, and facilitates movements of movable body parts.
<c>Nervous System</c> This system is there for transmission of signals between different parts of the body for coordination of body movement. The nervous system comprises the brain, spinal cord, sensory cells called neurons or nerve cells, and nerves that connect these sensory cells.
<c>Cardiovascular System</c> This system includes heart, blood, and blood vessels. It supplies nutrients to all parts of the body through blood. The system works in close conjunction with the respiratory system.
<c>Respiratory System</c> This system consists of the lungs, air passages, and respiratory muscles. It arranges for oxygenation of blood and release of carbon dioxide from blood.
<c>Endocrine System</c> This system is made up of numerous glands, each secreting some hormone. These hormones are released directly into the bloodstream for regulation of the body's metabolism. This organ system includes glands such as the pituitary gland, adrenal gland, thyroid gland, pineal gland, pancreas, and thymus. The pancreas is also a part of the digestive system and functions as an endocrine as well as exocrine gland.
<c>Digestive System</c> This system absorbs nutrients from consumed food and disposes waste. It consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus. The liver and pancreas, which secrete digestive juices, are also part of this system. This system works in active collaboration with the nervous system and the cardiovascular system.
<c>Urinary System</c> This system produces, stores, and disposes urine. It is made up of two kidneys, two ureters, one bladder, and a urethra.
<c>Reproductive System</c> The reproductive system is involved with the production of reproductive cells. It also provides a mechanism through which these cells are combined. This system consists of external genitalia as well as organs that produce the reproductive cells.
<c>Immune System</c> The immune system protects the body against disease. It includes bone marrow, white blood cells, lymph system, antibodies, spleen, and thymus.
<c>Integumentary System</c> This system safeguards the body from damage and comprises of the skin and appendages of the skin such as nails and hair.
The study of human physiology includes an exhaustive focus on all these systems. This study has to be combined with a fundamental understanding of the molecular, cellular, and tissue level principles that form the basis of the functions of these systems. Proper functioning of the human body requires all these systems to work smoothly. The overall health of the human body is determined by the efficiency of the collective or integrated working of all these systems. An important concept in physiology is homeostasis. This refers to the maintenance of certain physiological parameters within a narrow range despite frequent changes in the external environment. Such a control is essential for proper functioning of all the organ systems. The physiological parameters that need to be kept within limits include body temperature and concentration of electrolytes and glucose in the cells.
Physiology Explained
Origins of the Term Physio
The term physio is derived from the Greek word phusis, meaning nature, and was used by people of ancient Greece around 1000 B.C. The word phusis is also said to refer to the Greek goddesses of nature who maintained the balance of nature. The term also implied normality as opposed to something that is monstrous or perverse. [3]
Considerable physiological differences exist between humans, other animals, and microorganisms. These differences can usually be ascribed to the process of evolution. Darwin's theory of evolution proposes that all life on earth started from a single-celled organism that slowly diversified into numerous species. In order to adapt to the surroundings, the physiology of organisms changed slowly. Different climatic conditions triggered different type of changes and, over the centuries, led to the development of varied life forms. Humans have an average brain-to-body mass ratio of 1:40 that is exceeded only by small birds (1:12). This highly developed brain is said to be the reason why humans are more intelligent than other animals. Such a brain is also the reason why humans have a longer memory than most other animals. Usually, animals beyond the human species "live in the moment" and are, therefore, free from emotions such as spite, guilt, and self-consciousness.
<c>Fingers and Legs</c> The thumb is most developed in people. During evolution, Man felt greater need for the thumb and hence it developed better than in other species. The thumb adds a whole new dimension to the activities that humans can perform. People could make and use tools and advance scientifically because of the thumb. While a superbly developed brain provides the arthritis patient with ideas, the thumb helps in the conversion of some of these ideas into practice. Humans walk on two hind legs while most other animals walk on all four legs. [4] Certain types of monkeys do walk on two legs, but that is not their normal mode of mobility. This feature provides the arthritis victim with an erect posture and frees their hands for other, more important activities. This is also the reason why humans have a running speed lower than most other animals of a comparable size.
<c>Cardiovascular, Communication, and Sensual Differences</c> The number of chambers in the heart vary among animals. Humans have four chambers, reptiles usually three (except crocodiles that have four chambers), fishes have two, and so on. Moreover, communication skills are very highly developed in humans as compared to other animals. Man is the only animal capable of articulate and coherent speech as opposed to certain sounds and gestures made by animals that can convey their emotions only in a broad sense. As compared to many other animals, humans have an inferior sense of smell, eyesight, and hearing. During the course of evolution, humans made steady progress and started to tailor their environment to their needs. In a partly customized environment, the necessity of these senses declined as compared to when humans lived in open and, often, unprotected environments.
<c>Microbiological Differences</c> Humans and animals have numerous organs that are a collection of many cells and tissues. Each organ has some function(s). This specialization is either absent or limited in microorganisms as the number of cells is limited. Organ systems such as musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and cardiovascular system are usually absent in the bodies of microorganisms. Many microorganisms are capable of rapid reproduction when the temperatures are moderately high. This rate is very high as compared to humans and most other animals, and the reproduction activity slows down in cold environments. Microbes such as bacteria can freely exchange genes with other similar species leading to quick mutation and evolution. This process of horizontal gene transfer poses great challenges for medical science as the variant species can resist even targeted medication. Reproduction in microbes can be asexual, sexual or both. [5] Fungi reproduce asexually while bacteria can reproduce in both ways. Barring a few exceptions, most animals reproduce sexually. It is the sexual reproduction in bacteria that can lead to mutation and associated problems for medical science. This process is called conjugation and involves transfer of DNA from one bacterium to another via a thread type structure known as pilus. Such a transfer enables the bacteria to pass characteristics and leads to the formation of a varied species capable of survival in newer, more hostile environments.
Normal Functions of Bones and Joints
Purpose of Bones
All the bones and joints in the body form the skeletal system that is inherently linked with muscles to form the musculoskeletal organ system. The skeletal system serves three fundamental functions. [6] As noted from chapter three, the skeletal system supports all the other organ systems of the body by providing a framework of bones and joints on and inside which other organ systems are rested. This structure also provides shape to the body. Bones provide protection from internal organs such as brain, lungs, uterus and others. This is a notable function and, therefore, merits a somewhat detailed treatment:
The skull encases the brain and protects the eyes and the middle and inner ears.
The sternum, rib cage, and spine shield the heart, lungs, and prominent blood vessels.
The vertebral column forms a covering around the spinal cord.
The spine and ilium safeguards the hip and the digestive and urogenital systems.
<c>Movement</c> Movement is provided by bones in combination with attached muscles. Skeletal muscles operate in pairs and when one relaxes, the other simply contracts. An example is the bicep-triceps combination. When the arm is stretched, the bicep relaxes with contraction of the triceps and vice versa. Many times, bones provide leverage by amplifying the magnitude and changing the direction of force generated by the muscles.
Impaired Bone Health
Overview of Consequences
Unhealthy bones are unable to perform all or any of their functions of support, movement, protection, production of blood cells, and acting as a reservoir and dumping locations respectively for useful and toxic minerals. Bone disease is a generic term for disorders related to bones that make bones weak and brittle and, therefore, more likely to break. Sources for bone disorders include heredity, nutritional deficiencies, injuries, and infections. The general effects are a pronounced decrease in the quality of life due to the inability to move efficiently and due to frequent bone injuries and possibly fractures. Premature death can result in extreme cases.
<c>Infectious Arthritis</c> This can result in people with weak joints. The source is a fungal, viral, or bacterial infection in such joints and the symptoms include swelling and redness around the joint, joint pain, and fever. The infection is transferred through blood or can be a result of injury, surgery, or injection. Infectious arthritis is discussed further in chapter 19.
<c>Rickets</c> This is found in children and is due to vitamin D deficiency. It makes the bones weak and soft. The effects include restricted movements with bone and muscle pain.
Low bone density is due to insufficient development of bone mass during childhood. This can aggravate into osteoporosis later on in life. [7]
<c>Bone Cancer</c> This affects the normal functioning of bone cells and tissues. Usually, cancer in the bone is a result of spread of cancerous cells to bones from another part of the body. Very rarely does bone cancer originate in bone cells. There are different types of bone cancers that affect bone cells, cartilage cells, and the bone marrow. Symptoms include swelling, pain, and weak bones; fatigue, unexplained weight loss, night sweats, and chills. This disorder can assume serious proportions if it affects a load-bearing bone such as the femur, forcing the patient to use a wheelchair for considerable duration of the treatment.
<c>Paget's Disease</c> This bone disease interrupts the cycle of continuous breakdown and rebuilding of bones. Severe pain and swelling in joints are the symptoms of this disorder that can enlarge and weaken the bones. This can intensify into other disorders such as deafness and arthritis.
<c>Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)</c> This is a genetic disease that causes bones to break easily and other conditions such as curved spine, weak muscles, brittle teeth, and hearing loss. The disease causing gene is inherited and affects the development of collagen - a protein that in turn affects bone development.
<c>Fibrous Dysplasia</c> This results in replacement of bones with fibrous tissue, thereby causing excessive growth and swelling of bones. Weak bones affect the ability to walk and the disorder can also cause endocrine problems. The reason this disorder inspires a certain degree of awe is because the cause is unknown, it cannot be prevented, and cure only aims to mitigate the adverse effects.
<c>Osgood-Schlatter Disease</c> This malady affects the area where the knee cap and tibia (shinbone) are connected. The disease is more likely to affect adolescents and causes swelling, tenderness, and pain in the affected area. The pain can range from mild to severe and from occasional to constant.
Physiology of Joints
Purpose of Joints
Joints are those locations where two or more bones are attached. Joints provide connectivity between different bones of the body. The fact that almost all bones are connected to form the skeletal system and that the muscles are connected to the skeleton ensures coordination of movement between different parts of the body. This connectivity integrates all the body parts into one whole entity. Joints facilitate movement through contraction and relaxation of muscles. Purposeful movement is fundamental to animal behavior and enables them to execute all activities necessary for survival, leisure, and reproduction. A certain amount of flexibility is lent to the skeletal structure by joints, which also serve as shock absorbers. Evolution has lent different structure to different types of joints in different animals. However, their essential functions remain unchanged. An example is the joints in the hind legs of land based carnivores that are designed for pouncing on prey. This is why they can jump high by using their hind legs. At the other end of the spectrum are the herbivores with bones and joints of hind legs designed for high speed. The joints of monkeys are designed for quick climbing and rapid movement among trees. Reptile joints enable them to crawl and pounce at high speeds.
All members of the cat family except the cheetah have retractable claws. The claws are made so as they are joined to the last phalange that can move forward or backward along a curvilinear path. This mechanism prevents unnecessary wearing of claws. The claws are voluntarily unsheathed only during hunting and serious fighting. The cheetah is designed for high speed and requires the claws to be continuously unsheathed in order to gain and maintain traction while sprinting. Even among carnivores, joints serve slightly different functions. Members of the dog family have joints compatible for a prolonged chase. Their hunting strategy involves wearing down the prey. Cats are ambush hunters. Their joints are stronger and capable of sudden acceleration for bringing down the prey suddenly. This would also mean greater shock absorbing capacity of their joints, although they are not suited for endurance. In humans, all joints can provide movement except the bones of the cranium. These cover the brain and are not capable of movement for obvious reasons. The human palm has a peculiar structure where the thumb provides exceptional gripping ability. Such a structure is absent in all the other animals and bestows humans with the capacity to execute a whole range of specialized activities. Joints in the human body can be classified on the basis of type of movement that they provide physiologically:
Hinge joints facilitate movement similar to that of a hinged door - along one axis only. They allow up-or-down movement but not from side to side. Examples of such joints are the elbow, knee, and the upper and lower jaw.
Ball and socket joints allow movement in all directions - upwards, downwards, and sideways. The shoulder is an example of such a joint. Another example is the acetabulam or the hip joint where the thigh bone is connected to the pelvis.
Pivot joints permit pivotal movement of one part about the other. An example of this type of joint is the movement of the skull about the backbone where the skull can rotate about the topmost bone of the backbone.
Gliding Joint is characterized by gliding movement of one bone / part over the other. The wrist joint is an example of such a joint.
Joints can also be classified according to the mechanism that holds the bones together at the joint. Application of this criterion renders the following types of joints. [8]
Fibrous or immovable joints are held together by ligaments only. Examples of such joints are the radioulnar and tibiofibular joints, the joints of bones inside the forearm and shin, respectively. Cartilaginous joints are where the connection between bones is provided by cartilage. An example is the joints between the vertebrae. Synovial joints are held together by a synovial capsule that is made from the protein collagen. The inner layer of this capsule is known as the synovial membrane and it secretes a lubricant called synovial fluid. Furthermore, there is a hyaline cartilage that pads the ends of the bones in these joints. Synovial joints can be hinge joints, ball and socket joints, pivot joints, or gliding joints. They can also be saddle type or condyloid type. Different finger bones of the same finger are joined by a saddle joint while condyloid joints join the metacarpal bones to the first phalanges.
Developmental Aspects of Male and Female Bones
Overall Bone Similarities
When it comes to bones and joints, considerable similarities exist between the framework of males and females. As a matter of fact, the skeletons of all primates exhibit certain generic features such as a large brain, highly developed fingers and thumb, generalized pattern of teeth, forward facing eyes, and bony eye sockets. The following points of resemblance are observed between the human male and human female skeleton.
Both have exactly the same number of bones: 206. Same number of bones also means the same number of joints, although the precise number of joints in the human body is a matter of debate in view of differences in opinion on what constitutes a joint. An inclusive estimate indicates to the presence of about 250 to 350 joints in the human body. The shape of most bones in the male and female skeleton is similar, although some bones are differently shaped in view of the different roles of males and females. The femur or the thigh bone is the longest and strongest bone in both human males and human females. Stirrup or stapes is the smallest bone in the human skeleton irrespective of gender. This bone is located in the middle ear and its average size ranges between 0.25 cm to 0.33 cm. The average human bone density is around 1500 kg/m3 for a normal, healthy adult, although males have slightly higher bone density than women. Here again, different researchers have obtained varying results ranging between 1000 kg/m3 to 1900 kg/m3. With this, the human skeleton comprises a significant percent of the total body weight.
<c>Exceptions</c> Certain peculiarities or exceptions are common to the male and female skeletons. The presence of fused bones in the cranium and pelvis serves as an example here. These bones are not connected through joints but fit into each other the way pieces of a jigsaw puzzle do. The three bones in the middle ear, collectively referred to as ossicles, connect only with each other. The hyoid bone located in the neck serves as a connection point for the tongue. It is not connected to any bone in the skeleton. It is held in position only by muscles and ligaments.
Overall Bone Differences
Different hormones affect the development of bones in males and females and this is the primary reason for bone differences. Testosterone is the main hormone that affects bone development in males while estrogen does the same for females. [9] The differences between male and female skeletons can be better understood when seen in the context of differences in race, lifestyle, and physical activity. When comparisons are made between males and females of the same race and with comparable lifestyles, the following points of differences can be observed.
<c>In Relation to Childbirth</c> There are two differences in relation to the process of childbirth covered in the precedingchapter. Females have a more movable coccyx or tailbone and a wider and flatter sacrum connected to the pelvis. The coccyx is the last bone of the backbone and sacrum is similarly located near the end of the spinal column. Such a structure allows the head and shoulders of the fetus to pass through the cavity during childbirth. Bones that make up the arms and legs are thicker, longer and, therefore, stronger in case of males. Bones in the arm include the humerus that supports the bicep, radius, and the ulna that support the forearm. Males possess relatively larger phalanges or finger bones.
<c>Size</c> Male skeletons are usually larger and heavier than female skeletons. Traditionally, men have assumed the responsibility of hunting, gathering, and working outdoors while women have been assigned to domestic responsibilities and childbearing. Men, therefore, have traditionally needed more strength and this explains the strength-related differences in the male and female skeletons.
<c>Face</c> The facial bone structure in males and females is different on account of difference in the structure of the skull. Men have more developed bulge at the back of the head and more noticeable brow ridges. The chin area of men is more angular and square as compared to female chins that are pointed and more rounded.
<c>Spine Length and Others</c> The length of spine in women is shorter as compared to men. The shorter spine creates an illusion of female legs being longer than that of males. Other differences include a narrower rib cage, more rounded shoulder blades, and smaller teeth in the female skeleton.
 Developmental Aspects of Male and Female Joints
Overall Similarities
Human male and female joints have certain common features. The first similarity is the number of joints. Since the number of bones in the bodies of males and females is same, the number of joints is also same. The number of joints is between 250 to 350. [10] There is no exact number due to lack of unanimity on what precisely constitutes a joint. Another prominent similarity is the types of joints. Both males and females have the same types of joints according to the mechanism for holding joints together. The functions of most of the joints in males and females are similar. This point of similarity is a natural corollary to there being equal number and same type of joints.
Men have broader shoulders and smaller waists while women have wider hips and narrower shoulders. This makes the angles of muscle alignment and tendon attachment different in the joints of males and females. [11] Female joints are, on an average, more flexible and have a greater range of movement than male joints. [12] This is due to women having a lower center of gravity due to wider hips and greater distribution of weight around the hips and thighs. On account of this significant point, the following dissimilarities are observed: 1) It is easier for women to perform mobility exercises and exhibit actions such as hurdling and the fosbury flop during high jump, while; 2) men are better at events such as long jump, shot put, and hammer throw; 3) the said feature also makes women less susceptible to injuries during the execution of jumps over hurdles, but on the downside, this feature lowers the efficiency of the muscle pull and makes women more prone to muscle injuries and 4) elbows and ankles in the male skeleton are smaller and have a smaller carrying angle as compared to female skeletons. This makes male elbows and ankles stronger.
Physiology is the study of functions of different organs and organ systems in the human body, which body consists of ten organ systems. The body's overall health is determined by how well these systems function collectively. People are the apex creatures on this planet on account of their highly developed brain, thumb, and communication. The skeletal system consisting of bones and joints is the physical foundation on which other organ systems of the body are rested. It also protects different organs in the body and with the attached muscle system forms the musculoskeletal system that facilitates movement of movable body parts. Due to differences in their biological roles, bones and joints of men and women are slightly different. Men have broader shoulders while women have wider hips. This provides a lower center of gravity for women with greater joint flexibility and better coordination of movement. The same feature, however, makes women more prone to muscle injuries.
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New York State Poison Control Network - Annual Report on 2001 Data
Management Of The Societal Impact Of Poisoning
Early Warning System
The Network participates in early warning surveillance by notifying each other of local trends, personal hazards, hazardous material incidents, and product recalls. In addition, the New York State Network shares and reviews this information with centers nationwide through the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
Each center has conducted a survey of hospitals, their services and their antidote availability.
Toxic Exposure Surveillance System (TESS)
Administered by the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC), all poison centers nationwide contribute to the TESS database. During 2001, the AAPCC initiated an auto upload program that immediately collects and categorizes all cases entered into each poison center's database. The data is immediately analyzed and monitored for trends in poisoning as well as chemical and/or bioterroristic events. In case of a recognized sentinel event, the AAPCC will notify the local poison center who, in turn, will notify the proper governmental agencies. Other information or feedback that is recovered can be used to monitor product safety and can provide an early opportunity to consider product reformulation or repackaging. The information collected by the AAPCC is distributed to poison centers, governmental agencies and industry.
An example of the value of this database was shown during the events of September 11, 2001. At that time, portions of the state (and country) were activated on the auto-upload system. The AAPCC was able to track Anthrax calls throughout the nation and observe for additional small pockets of cases. In addition, the poison centers in New York State monitor both pesticide exposures and West Nile Virus, and the data collected is distributed to the New York State Pesticide Agency.
911 System
Centers continue to provide training and education to the 911 dispatchers. Protocol stipulates that all 911 calls involving a poison exposure are called into the poison center prior to dispatching an ambulance. With 911 on the line, the centers triage the calls and then determine if the patient needs to be transported. If the patient is unconscious or experiencing life-threatening problems, 911 dispatches an ambulance and the EMTs on the scene contact the poison center for recommendations during transport. If the patient is asymptomatic and no serious effects are expected from the exposure, 911 are advised that a transport is not necessary and the poison center handles the case, including follow-up.
Pesticide Reporting
Each center in the Network reports information on pesticide poisonings to the New York State Department of Health, which maintains a registry that monitors both the acute and chronic effects of pesticide exposure. It investigates occurrences of pesticide poisoning and may perform environmental monitoring to determine the source and circumstances of exposure. Both occupational and environmental incidents are followed. Appropriate acute and long-term interventions (changes in work practice/protective equipment) work to prevent pesticide poisoning.
West Nile Virus (WNV) encephalitis transmission via mosquitoes continued in the greater New York metropolitan area during the summer and fall of 2001. Consistent with year 2000, ground and aerial application of pesticides were used to control the adult mosquito population. As concerns regarding possible public health effects among individuals who may have been exposed to these pesticides continued, the New York State Pesticide Poisoning Registry (NYSPPR) evaluated all calls regarding pesticide exposures received by poison control centers during the period of active spraying.
Hazardous Materials
Centers work with local emergency planning boards and emergency services to assist and advise during toxic spills, fires and hazardous incidents. They also participate in disaster drills conducted by host institutions.
After the events of September 11, 2001, the focus of the Network has been in the training of health care professionals, governmental, and uniformed agencies regarding biological and chemical agents. In addition, the Network has also focused on the development and distribution of public education within the communities served. Network members were also involved in:
- the development of decontamination rooms and hospital medical response systems in their local areas;
- serving as advisors to local and State health Bioterrorism Task Forces;
- assisting in the Metropolitan Medical Response System; and
- participating in the enhanced health Alert Network.
Since poison centers are considered sentinel units, the members of the Network assist local health departments in bioterrorism surveillance, including daily reports. Training, including mock drills in coordination with other governmental and uniformed agencies, has been ongoing.
Quality Assurance
Centers conduct quality assurance activities on a daily basis. Direct assessment occurs with peer review of active cases and supervisory review of active, random and high-risk cases. Feedback is provided and instruction given at staff meetings to address recurring problems and unusual poisonings, as well as review of protocols and guidelines. In addition, centers conduct periodic satisfaction surveys, hospital services and antidote availability. Fatalities are reviewed and discussed and abstracts written for submission to the national database. Staff receive periodic evaluation and skills assessment for competency.


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