text:
Peter Lindsay is a portfolio GP and a hospital practitioner in paediatrics, having been in practice for 37 years.
"If he believed in something, he would have gone to the ends of the earth to go on believing." Andrew Wakefield's mum.
"Can one person change the world? Ask Andrew Wakefield" New Indian Express editorial.
When I started primary school in a class of 30 there were four of my companions who had callipers and two of them were given chunkier pencils. When my GP gave me a sugar lump on which he had put some liquid neither he nor my mum told me it was to stop getting polio and it was years later I put the callipers and the sugar lump together. I trusted my GP because he was gentle when he looked in my ears and in the early sixties I cannot remember moaning too much when, with my mum, I stood in a long queue extending no less than 8 detached houses up the street, waiting to see my GP standing with his sleeves rolled up at the door to his one roomed surgery. He scratched my arm in front of a flickering blue flame, which would have been scary if it was not him standing there. It was only in my A level days that I understood how Jenner had discovered smallpox vaccine which was used for the last time in West Yorkshire during a localised outbreak.
In my junior doctor days I covered the infectious diseases wards when doing evenings and nights and looked after wards of hot children with coughs and heavily glazed eyes. In my first years as a GP I was tasked to raise the childhood immunisation from "What? How do you mean?" to the 94% which we – the staff, the health visitors and myself – achieved. My two children were fully immunised and I ensured they got the second MMR when it was proven to be needed. I, like the majority, looked on immunisation as an example of modern living and progress… and then, with age and experience only a couple of years less than me, came Andrew Wakefield.
I … looked on immunisation as an example of modern living and progress… and then came Andrew Wakefield.
Brian Deer has described Wakefield in terms he deserves. Born into a medical family, at medical school he was captain in rugby and played at number 8 "needing fearlessness to smack into the enemy" and "his career Plan A was professor of surgery… he would crave that professorship… but his dreams were bigger than that". And indeed Wakefield has earned himself a wealthy life style in the States, safe in the "kitchen cabinet" of Donald Trump.
Brian Deer vindicates the purpose of investigative journalism and describes the strain it places on the journalists. At one time he was sued by Wakefield. When Wakefield withdrew the summons Brian Deer went to court to ensure the case continued! As a journalist he has written an uncomfortable page turner.
Wakefield's formal qualification was as a surgeon with an FRCS. He subsequently described his "training" in virology as follows: "I sat down with two volumes of a virology textbook, and worked through it", the book being "Field's Virology, Second Edition". Wakefield, claiming to be backed by science, suggested that measles vaccine caused Crohn's disease and, despite no training in paediatrics or psychiatry, he then related the measles vaccine to autism via a new "inflammatory bowel disease". When others contradicted his results he devised invalid tests performed in laboratories he owned. For reasons of medical politics alone he was given an expensively furnished and equipped research ward supported by those who wanted to promote their own progression and, as a "research assistant". He became "a doctor without patients", able to admit and investigate 12 children selected because their parents had heard of him through "Jabs" (an anti-vax group). For those in primary care, we need to remember that these children had referral letters from GP's but in most cases the GP was phoned by Wakefield requesting the referral or the parent asked the GP for the referral prompted by talking to Wakefield. The nearest distance a child lived to the unit was 60 miles.
When others contradicted his results he devised invalid tests performed in laboratories he owned.
Whilst subjecting these 12 children to ileocolonoscopies, lumbar punctures and other investigations, most of which had to be done under sedation, he hypothesised that triple MMR vaccine caused more "damage" than the monovalent vaccine. He himself organised a press briefing where he previewed his paper on the 12 children, which he had de facto written himself, despite being published in the Lancet with a list of thirteen authors. During the briefing the Dean wanted to present the rising incidence of measles in Europe and its resulting morbidity and fatality. But such facts were displaced in the press and TV by the more dazzling presentations of Wakefield who was supported by "Jabs" which rejoiced in the findings. Parents of children who were initially sent home with "normal" findings were subsequently told to obtain Mesalazine or similar to treat their children's behaviour problems. The 12 children obviously suffered discomfort and distress but Wakefield's ward was for research – one child "was so ill, and repeatedly vomiting, that on Friday he was put in a taxi with his mother and driven 280 miles home". When, in 2010, the children's notes were reviewed by the GMC it was found that the results presented in the Lancet as " abnormal" were reported by the pathologists who saw them as "normal".
When the children's notes were reviewed by the GMC … results presented in the Lancet as " abnormal" were reported by the pathologists who saw them as "normal".
Having summarised this chronology in the first section of his book Brian Deer then goes on to explain how Wakefield was able to use findings with no scientific basis to change the minds of parents and, sadly, the press, to the benefits of immunisation. Wakefield presented his dozen patients and was heralded as a "consultant gastroenterologist", "consultant Paediatric gastroenterologist", "director of research group" and "reader in experimental gastroenterology" – titles which Brian Deer points out had no more basis than his theories. He had the FRCS but failed to keep up the annual subscription in spite of being funded by various the commercial laboratories which he set up and other legal and commercial agencies who had vested interests in his work being accepted as truth. Thankfully – after taking several conferences by storm and beating back questions from experienced clinicians he was found out and dismissed from his UK post, leaving an MMR vaccine uptake rate in the UK below that needed for herd immunity.
In 2010 the GMC withdrew his registration and the Royal Society of Pathologists withdrew his honorary fellowship. His travel had brought Wakefield into contact with US legal firms, keen to adopt him as their expert and so a new and even more lucrative phase of his career developed in the US. Initially he had vocal support from Donald Trump and can be seen on his inauguration photos but, faced with an epidemic of measles, Trump changed his mind. Social media then offered Wakefield a new means of promoting his 'anti-vax' campaign with worldwide consequences, even though he had still never actually, ever, treated a patient. In Europe in 2018-2019 there was an epidemic of measles. Wakefield now lives a millionaire lifestyle, Brian Deer lives in a London flat. Those who believed supporting Wakefield would promote their careers are remembered for "Wakefield" and none of their other achievements. Other doctors whose name he tagged on to the Lancet article lost their registration.
This book needs to be read widely – it is aimed at a mixed audience and so has several sections in which Brian Deer explains the scientific jargon used by Wakefield and the scientific method used to disprove him but that is needed because it clearly explains the myths which the lay press were prepared to disseminate. What we all need to reflect on are the motives of those who, seeing his results totally rubbished by recognised experts in all specialities who had studied thousands of children, still supported his claims. This book helps us to do that.
The future challenge to immunise our patients will be between such as Wakefield, and others such as my childhood GP.
In the age of Covid, Brian Deer presents challenges to the medical profession and especially primary care. The anti-vax movement is well funded, as can be seen in Wakefield's current lifestyle, and his original influence was the result of his charisma and presentation and the way the media were presented complicated tables of results and terminology in simple short catchy and memorable phrases which could light up the front pages and wake up the evening viewers. We need to accept that the future challenge to immunise our patients will be between such as Wakefield, and others such as my childhood GP, renowned for his kindness and understanding, standing at his doorway with his sleeves rolled up to use minimal resources for the maximal benefit of all those who he took to be entrusted to his care. The profession will all need to roll its sleeves up and stand before our patients illuminated by the light and flame of truth.
Featured book
Brian Deer Scribe, The Doctor Who Fooled the World. Scribe UK, 2020.


text:
River of Fire
- $4.99
- $4.99
Publisher Description
A Desperate Lord...
As rebel, soldier, hero, and spy, Kenneth Wilding had never known defeat. But nothing can save his heritage when he returns from the wars to an empty title and a ravaged estate. Nothing—until a stranger offers a devil's bargain: financial salvation in return for Kenneth's special subversive skills. Reluctantly Kenneth enters the household of the greatest artist in England to unmask a terrible crime. Instead, he discovers something infinitely more dangerous: a tantalizing new way of life and an irresistible woman. Everything he has always wanted—and can never have.
A Scandalous Lady...
Her reputation ruined by a disastrous elopement, tempestuous Rebecca Seaton withdraws to her attic studio and buries herself in her painting. Then Kenneth Wilding sweeps into her life with his pirate's face and poet's soul. Warily they slide into a duel of desire that brings both searing risks and shattering fulfillment. But Kenneth's secret mission comes between them, unleashing a danger that threatens Rebecca's life even as passion sweeps them into a river of fire that transforms their very souls…
Books in the Fallen Angels series:
Book 1: Thunder & Roses
Book 2: Dancing on the Wind
Book 3: Petals in the Storm
Book 4: Angel Rogue
Book 5: Shattered Rainbows
Book 6: River of Fire
Book 7: One Perfect Rose
"In this Regency romance, Putney offers a strong romantic relationship, good writing and memorable characters, and a portrayal of the London art world filled with jealousy and passion."
—Publishers Weekly
About the Author
A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday bestselling author, Mary Jo Putney's novels are known for psychological depth and intensity and include historical and contemporary romance, fantasy, and young adult fantasy. Winner of numerous writing awards, including two RITAs, three Romantic Times Career Achievement awards, and the Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award from Romance Writers of America, she has had numerous books listed among Library Journal's and Booklist's top romances of the year.
On his return from the Napoleonic Wars, Captain Kenneth Wilding rides to Sutterton Hall to claim his inheritance, only to discover that his father has ruined the estate. The only way to salvage it and provide a dowry for his sister is to accept his creditor's bargain: Wilding's debt will be forgiven, if he infiltrates a prominent painter's household and solves a murder. Wilding takes a job as secretary to the painter, but finds his task complicated by his growing attraction to his employer's daughter and by his own secret yearning to paint. The mystery itself is little more than a plot device, until the end of the book, by which time the villain will be obvious to most readers. But in this Regency romance, Putney (Uncommon Vows) offers a strong romantic relationship, good writing and memorable characters, and a portrayal of the London art world filled with jealousy and passion.
Customer Reviews
Great story in addition to romance
Excellent read! One of the best MJP has written. I couldn't put it down. All of her books are amazing!
I could not put this book down! This book has everything that could be needed… a courageous heroine and a dashing hero. It's a must read.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Black Car Autonomy is here to provide a personal chauffeur service for your transfer – wherever they may take you. Our priority is your comfort.
Our luxury vehicles, along with our experienced drivers, ensure that your airport transfer, train transfer, or border crossing is optimal. Book your luxury car in advance to avoid lines, headaches, and other forms of transportation. We offer a door-to-door service, and will come with a name board sign if required. we believe that to truly be the best private chauffeur service in Montreal, we must provide the most exceptional car service possible.
Airport transfers, hotel transfers, train transfers, border crossings, and more!
Airports are crowded, stuffy, noisy, and uncomfortable. Black Car Autonomy is a breath of fresh air after a long day of travel. We provide airport transfers in Montreal by luxury vehicles that are clean, quiet, comfortable, and relaxing. We understand the needs of our discerning clients, and provide a safe ride to wherever you need to go. Our drivers are experienced, professional, and are hand-selected for their ability to provide exceptional customer service.
Montreal airport transfers done the right way!
For quick turnaround events like airport meet and greets in Montreal – it's important to utilize a private chauffeur service with a stellar reputation. When logistics are complicated, time is tight and local knowledge is paramount – Black Car Autonomy should be your first call. With the ability to fully customize your schedule, locations, and requests – passengers will be wrapped in comfort and luxury for the entirety of their meet and greet.
Montreal is a gorgeous city with tons of great hotels. For your hotel transfers, choose Black Car Autonomy. We are the private chauffeur service in Montreal that you can trust. In fact, we encourage our clients to check out our stellar reviews on both TrustPilot and Google. We provide exquisite rides to your hotel, along with exceptional service and luxury vehicles.
Your time is valuable. Why not let us help you with all your travel arrangements for your stay in Montreal ? Looking to rent a super exotic vehicle ? Searching for that special hotel stay ? Got a craving for exquisite dining? We'll take you there.
We know the city of Montreal like no one else and ensure that your stay in our city is one that you'll never forget. Our services are fully customizable, and we ensure that your unique wants and needs are met.
Montreal has so much to offer, let us help you discover it!
Copyright 2021 © All rights Reserved.


text:
How to present academic papers?
Reference & Education → Writing & Speaking
- Author Taillor Maizer
- Published September 21, 2020
- Word count 1,109
A fundamental aspect in the realization of the different works that, throughout our studies, will be raised to us is that of their presentation. Although it may seem that it is a minor matter, the reality is very different since very often a good presentation makes a difference.
All things being equal, a poorly structured and poorly presented work is more difficult to read and will almost always make a worse impression on the person examining it, making them more likely to view it more negatively. On the other hand, a good presentation, both from a conceptual and formal point of view, will make the result of our work more convincing.
The use of a clear and direct language, a precise wording and a logical structuring of the information will facilitate the reading and understanding of the text.
Usually the teachers will have given us practical indications on the presentation of the work. If not, we will have to follow a logical structure that must have, at least, the following sections:
• introduction
• development of the different aspects of the subject matter
• conclusions
To this basic structure we will have to add a series of elements that make up the document itself: cover, content index, bibliography used, as well as the entire apparatus of bibliographic citations on which our exhibition is based. Furthermore, if, as is highly advisable, we accompany the texts with the presentation of graphics, diagrams, tables or images, these must be accompanied by a small explanatory text that favors their understanding.
We are going to examine each of these parts in more detail below:
Cover: where the title of the work, the name of the author, course, subject, group, etc. must appear. It is the source that allows to identify the work.
Summary: in the case of articles for publication, thesis, etc. A short summary (between 50 and 250 words) should be included, where the content and nature of the document being presented and the conclusions are reported, which will be very useful for the reader.
Summary or table of contents: includes the different sections that are dealt with in the document, with their corresponding subdivisions, if any, in the order in which they appear in the text and with mention of the page where they begin.
List of abbreviations and symbols: it is recommended that all elements that are not immediately and universally understood by any potential reader be detailed in it.
Introduction: describes the purpose and objectives of the work, the scope (chronological, geographical, typological, etc.), as well as the methodology used. Body of work: it must be structured in clearly marked and prominent headings.
Conclusions: in them the results of our work should be presented. Annexes: this part contains complementary information that facilitates the understanding of the text, such as graphics, photographs, glossaries, data samples, etc.
Bibliography: is the set of documents used to prepare the work, even if they have not been cited. It is usually presented in alphabetical form. To carry it out, you have to adhere to very precise rules.
Alphabetical indexes: names, subjects, etc. allow you to search the text for specific entries. They are only recommended for extensive jobs. Today, thanks to the use of word processors, its realization is much less expensive.
Regarding the writing, in addition to a correct use of language, it is advisable to use a clear and direct style, which facilitates communication and understanding of what we want to express. For this we must:
• be consistent in our presentation, avoiding leaving pending and undeveloped issues in our discourse
• look for variation in the general use of the language, so as not to incur repetitions, but avoid it in the use of specialized terminology, so as not to create confusion
• avoid excessively long sentences with subordinate constructions
• be precise and concrete in the language, making correct use of the terminology used
• use depersonalized speech
• use simple expressions, avoiding far-fetched phrases
• avoid the use of colloquial expressions
• link the sentences by using the correct words or expressions to do so
• avoid the repetition of terms and the use of recurring and unnecessary fillers
• decipher acronyms
On the other hand, written texts are structured in the form of paragraphs, each of which must deal with and develop a specific idea. In turn, each paragraph should function as a whole in which the ideas are related to each other in a natural way.
In addition, two other very important aspects to take into account are the care of spelling and the correct use of punctuation. For the first, we can help ourselves from the spelling and grammar checkers of word processors, although we must never blindly trust them. In any case, the most useful thing is to aspire to have a correct command of the spelling and punctuation rules. To try to achieve this and to clarify doubts in the matter, the various manuals and existing spelling and style books are always very useful.
We must not forget that college assignment writing also means reviewing and correcting, so we will have to be careful and reread the text until we achieve a perfect construction.
Formal aspects
The visual presentation of a text is important, so much so that, in many cases, a bad presentation can ruin a good job. Proper text configuration makes it easier to read and understand. Here are some recommendations: All the sheets must be paged, except for the cover and the respect sheets, and the sequence must be reviewed when we have made changes, both in the pagination and in the index the text must be organized into chapters, sections and subsections, each of them clearly highlighted with capital or bold letters. They must be ranked among themselves through proper use of typography and Arabic numerals Notes and observations that complement the text should be included at the foot of the page or at the end of each chapter It is convenient to present the body of the justified text, with single spacing or with space and a half and adequate margins It is recommended to use a single family of letters, avoiding too exotic fonts, which can make reading difficult and not be suitable for academic work, by reducing seriousness It is advisable to be sober in the presentation and avoid falling into visual excesses that could hinder the reading the system of presentation of citations and bibliographic references must be unique and consistent in all the work graphs, tables, etc. They must carry an explanatory text and a mention of the source from which they were taken, and must also be numbered in different sequences for each one (figures, tables, etc.)
Taillor Maizer is the digital marketing manager on https://pro-papers.com/ A writer by day and a reader by night, he's an expert in academic writing.
Taillor Maizer is an associate professor at the Graduate Centre for Academic Communication.
Article source: https://articlebiz.comRate article
Article comments
There are no posted comments.
Related articles
- How to Craft Irresistible Kindle Book Titles That Hook Readers
- Exploring Roles As A Professional Writer: From Producing Technical Content To Working In More Creative Ways
- How to Write A Book or Ebook
- Tractor power take-off (PTO) shaft: overview
- Zalok: A Humble Beginning
- Affordable Academic Assistance: Cheap Assignment Help Services
- How to deal with stage fright
- Free Amazon E-Book Cover with Our Editing Service
- Note-taking Methods
- 5 Practical Ways Budding Writers Can Get Ahead Within Six Months of Consistent Effort
- 5 tips to become a good freelance writer
- Tips and Techniques to Write a Dissertation to Get the Best Dissertation Results
- What is Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) for engineers migrating to Australia?
- The Real Reason You Should Enhance Your Smile Before a Presentation
- 5 Easy Ways To Improve Your Business Writing
- Struggling with Stage Fright? Here Are 6 Must-Know Tips
- How Closed captioning services improve your video content
- Book Writing Services
- Journaling Every day Can Only Be Good for You!
- Constructivism and political theory
- The Power Of Writing
- Should parents tell kids the existence of tooth fairies, Santa Claus and the Easter bunny?
- Why are some bilingual people dyslexic in English but not their other language?
- Types of public speaking training Singapore courses to take up


text:
A Spice Box Fit for a Pope
Courtesy Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Part of the Havdalah ritual, which bids adieu to the departing Sabbath, recognizes the divine separator between sacred and profane, light and darkness, Israel and the nations, and the seventh day and weekdays. The second to last distinction is deemphasized in a unique Jewish circa-1800 spice box currently on view at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.
A recent museum acquisition, the box was created between 1798 and 1810 by Giovacchino Belli (1756-1822), then Rome's leading silversmith who typically worked for Pope Pius VII and for aristocrats. (The artist's work is also represented in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cooper Hewitt, and includes other Jewish content.)
A few months after acquiring the box, Eike Schmidt, James Ford Bell curator of decorative arts and sculpture, saw another work by the artist: a travel pyxis, or receptacle which holds the consecrated host in Catholic services, in an auction catalog. Making a pair was a no-brainer.
"To my knowledge, we're the only museum in the country that has two major works by the same silversmith for two different world religions," he said. And the two — both of which are receptacles of organic material used in religious services — offer interesting comparisons and contrasts.
For a Roman artist of Belli's reputation and skill to work for the Jewish community was "highly unusual," Schmidt said, and indicative of changes which Napoleon, who captured Rome in 1798, ushered in. The previous pope had been very tough on Rome's Jewish community, which had five synagogues at the time, but Napoleon supported religious freedoms, including for Jews.
Pius VII was also comparatively good to the Jewish community, but Jews remained barred from artist guilds, so the unknown patron or patrons of the Havdalah box had to commission a silversmith outside of the Jewish community. (Schmidt notes the Italian exception of Turin, which allowed Jews into silversmithing guilds in the 18th Century.)
This box reflects a neoclassical style of silverwork and its beautiful form — reflecting the Roman symbol of the pinecone — suggests its patron or patrons had deep pockets. "This is like hiring a star architect today to build a synagogue," Schmidt said. "What is so remarkable about this one is that there is a true, new aesthetic innovation as to merging the specific function within the Havdalah service with the most modern aesthetic forms of neoclassicism."
There must have been, Schmidt said, a true dialogue between the artist, with his background in neoclassical imagery, and the patron or patrons, who likely consulted a rabbi.
"It's quite remarkable how well this responds to the actual needs and meaning of the service," he said. And neoclassical forms, then popular in Italy, France, and the new United States, "were associated with the ideals of religious freedom of the time."
"The patron did not just want to repeat an old object but was really fascinated by the new forms that surrounded him."
Keith Williams, chair of the art department at Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota, hasn't had a chance to see the spice box in person yet. But Williams, who teaches courses on 18th- and 19th-century art and design, agrees that Belli had a stellar reputation.
"Belli was very, very well respected in his time in Rome" with a "top notch" reputation, he said. "In terms of quality, he would rank among the highest, if not the very highest of silversmiths working in Rome at the time. He was a highly revered craftsman."
Stylistically, Williams agrees that Belli was quite innovative, and whereas his father had worked in the Baroque and Rococo styles, Belli mastered Neoclassicism "quickly to establish himself as not only a master, but someone on top of the stylistic demands of the day."
"His work was, at the same time, contemporary and classic," Williams said.


text:
"Care for people with acquired brain injury can and should be better"
"There's no shortage of care available in the Netherlands for people with acquired brain injury, but in practice it doesn't always reach the right patient at the right time", says Professor Caroline van Heugten. "Especially patients who are affected less in a directly visible way and more at the level of cognitive, emotional and social functioning." Van Heugten is one of the founders of the Limburg Brain Injury Center.
One in four Dutch people are confronted with brain injury in their immediate surroundings, caused by accidents, strokes, operations or disease. Yet many patients do not receive the care they need – or even get the wrong type of care or unnecessary care – because knowledge is not shared or the quality of care is inadequate. This situation prompted Caroline van Heugten and Rudolf Ponds to establish the Limburg Brain Injury Center, which celebrated its first anniversary on 1 December 2017. "We want to set an example for the rest of the Netherlands", says Van Heugten.
Invisible consequences
"Acute medical care for patients with brain injury has improved dramatically in recent years. This means more people now survive traffic accidents and strokes. But because it's impossible for a brain injury to have no repercussions at all, more and more people are having to live with lasting consequences. And learning how to do so is by no means obvious," Van Heugten explains. After a mildly traumatic brain injury caused by a fall or an accident, an estimated 15% to 47% of people have not resumed all their daily activities after three months, and around 30% are still not back at work after a year. "The main obstacles to a successful return to society are the 'invisible consequences', such as memory and concentration problems, fatigue and depression. Patients with these symptoms need different types of care and support, but the collaboration between professionals is not always optimal and it's not always clear what care is on offer. Even here in Limburg."
Innovative care facilities
The center aims to improve the current fragmentation of care for patients with brain injury. In collaboration with all care providers in the province, its researchers are evaluating the existing range of care and developing innovative care facilities and products. Last year saw the launch of various initiatives, including an outpatient clinic for brain injuries at the Maastricht University Medical Centre+, where patients and families received psychosocial care for the less visible consequences of brain injury. "The clinic has since treated its first 50 patients. Most had suffered a stroke or had a fall or an accident, but their main symptoms were not physical complaints or motor problems. Patients are referred from hospital departments, including neurology and rehabilitation, but also from general practitioners and the outpatient clinic for CVA [cerebrovascular accidents]. Our goal is for every Limburg hospital to have a clinic like this.''
Another initiative involves the development, in every region surrounding the Limburg hospitals, of a facility where the care required for patients with brain injury can be identified, where appropriate information is given and where referrals are underpinned by a sound knowledge of the available care in the region. "This means having a clear picture of referral flows so that as few patients as possible fall through the cracks." The center has also developed a tool GPs can use to recognise the lasting consequences of brain injury more quickly and easily.
Research and education
Beyond care innovation, the center is involved with research and education, and further aims to disseminate the existing knowledge among people with brain injury, their families and the general public. An important spearhead to this end is research on sleep and fatigue after brain injury. During the annual International Brain Awareness Week, researchers also held information sessions at high schools around Maastricht. The center's ambassador is Professor Erik Scherder, a neuropsychologist known for his appearances on the talk show De Wereld Draait Door.
New therapy
In mid-2017 the center received a €260,000 grant to work on a new therapy for people whose brain injury has left them depressed or anxious. "Medication has only a minor, short-term effect on these sorts of emotional consequences, and can also have undesirable side effects," Van Heugten explains. "Cognitive behavioural therapy often has better results for emotional problems among the general population, but next to no effect on people who've survived a brain injury. We expect this has to do with the approach chosen in such therapies. So we're going to study a new form of psychological treatment focusing on acceptance: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT. The idea is that we give the person tools to learn how to deal with the often lasting consequences of brain injury. That way they can lead their new life without constantly fighting against what they've lost."
Caroline van Heugten (1965) is professor of Clinical Neuropsychology at Maastricht University (FHML and FPN). She is also the director and a senior researcher at the Limburg Brain Injury Center. She specialises in research on the neuropsychological consequences of brain injury and factors influencing the success of treatment. The center is an initiative of the FPN and MUMC (FHML and MUMC+) in collaboration with regional patient organisations, the five Limburg hospitals (Sittard, Heerlen, Roermond, Weert and Venlo) and other brain injury care providers.
Also read
Pieter Jelle Visser was appointed professor at Maastricht University in 2022. He is engaged in research on Alzheimer's disease: the underlying causes and the possibilities for therapy. Visser has always been intrigued by the brain. Researching Alzheimer's fascinates him, not least because much can...
Two recently announced European projects seek to empower farmers with innovative software components and easy access to practical knowledge.
Tais Terletskaja is a visiting PhD from the Department of Arts and Cultural Studies at the University of Copenhagen.


text:
Steelseries Aerox 3 Wireless Gaming Mouse Review: COULD Have Been the ONE!
The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/badseedtech11201
Checking out the Aerox 3 from Steelseries. A familiar shape, a new light weight, great wireless and sensor performance – what could possibly go wrong with THAT??
✅Whats my main? What am I using on my desk RIGHT NOW? What gear do I use to create my content? Find out at https://kit.co/badseedtech
✅Grab the AEROX 3 WIRELESS (affiliate links)
AMAZON – https://amzn.to/3mgcVNj
BEST BUY – https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/52mqN
✅Not the Gaming Keyboard You're Looking For? Check out Lustre's curated top list of similar products from other trusted reviewers https://my.lustre.ai/k5ber
Song – "Turning Tables" – Dusty Decks
Wallpaper by NO IDEA! If you know, leave it in the comments.
DONATE 💰 – https://www.paypal.me/badseedtech
BadSeed Tech Merch – https://shop.spreadshirt.com/badseedtech
Follow me here:
Discord – https://discord.gg/gJ3bpCb
Twitch – https://www.twitch.tv/badseedtech
Twitter – https://twitter.com/badseedtech
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/badseedtech/
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases*
**This video was sponsored by Skillshare**
#aerox #wireless #Steelseries
Source video. Follow the youtuber for more.
Related Products:
- NEW SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Mouse is LEGIT!
- Logitech G Pro X Superlight Wireless Gaming Mouse Review: Is THIS the Move??
- Xtrfy M42 Gaming Mouse Review: THIS is How You Do It!
- Rival 3 Wireless Gaming Mouse with 400-Hour Battery Life – SteelSeries
- Steelseries Rival 3 Wireless vs G305 Wireless Review – The Best Wireless Gaming Mice!
- Gaming Mouse Steelseries Aerox 3
- Steelseries Gaming Mouse Aerox 3
- G-Wolves Hati S PRE-RELEASE Gaming Mouse Review: Pricy But Promising
- Glorious Extended Gaming Mouse Pad with Stitched Edges Review!
- Top 5 FPS Gaming Mice of 2019!!
- Top5 Gaming mouse under RS 500 | Inphic,Redgear,Xmate,Dragonwar,ZingTechnologier| Unboxing |Review|
- Corsair M55 RGB – E-Sports – 85G – Gaming Mouse Review!
- ASUS ROG STRIX CARRY portable wireless gaming mouse – review
- This is the Best Gaming Mouse on the Market – Redragon Ranger M910 Full Review!
- Razer Mamba Wireless Gaming Mouse Review (In 2020)
Last update 2021-07-03. Price and product availability may change.


text:
Contact Us
Book a Free, No-Obligation Assessment and Consultation
What to Expect from an Assessment
In less than 1 hour you will learn more about how you, or a member of your family, process language and comprehend text.
Our assessment is not a product of the SpellRead program, but an independent standardized assessment that provides benchmarks for the foundational skills identified in research required for efficient reading.
You will also receive a digital copy of the report within two business days with no obligation to enroll in our programs. This information can help access school support as well.
Our SpellRead students are assessed three times over the course of a full registration to ensure progress and success!


text:
NewsFlash brings you all the latest news as it breaks, combining headlines from multiple news sources into a single stream of news updates. No set up is required. NewsFlash lets you quickly scan and follow the top stories of the day, organized in sections that interest you, be it News, Business, Sports and even Celebrity Gossip.
★★★★★ "Easy, sleek and useful... best news and feed aggregator in app store..."
★★★★★ "Awesome!... just what I have been looking for..up to the minute news, short description, no BS..."
★★★★★ "I Like This App... Easy to use. Quick way to scan the news. I am impressed. This App is my go to App each evening... "
No Setup Required
There is no setup required. NewsFlash will detect your country and configure itself for you. Then you can customize NewsFlash by selecting news sections and feeds that interest you most, display story previews, select the background color or change the font size. A huge font is available for those of us with less than perfect vision.
Share & Read Later
Articles can be saved to Safari Reading List or bookmarked for later reading in Instapaper, Readability and Pocket. Articles can also be shared on Facebook and Twitter, and with AirDrop, iMessage and Email.
Top Performance
NewsFlash is blazingly fast - by taking advantage of today's multi-core chips it downloads and organizes hundreds of articles from multiple news sources in an instant. Just tap the NewsFlash icon and all the latest news is right there!
NewsFlash is supported by iAds, which can be removed with an In-App Purchase.
News from Around the World
News is available from the U.S., Canada, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Israel, Spain, Australia, Japan and China. The user interface offers localization for seven languages: English, Française, Deutsch, Italiano, Español, 日本語 or עברית.
⚐ Française: Les dernières Actualités en direct sur le Flash Actu.
⚐ Deutsch: Die wichtigsten News, Nachrichten und aktuelle Meldungen.
⚐ Italiano: Tutte le ultime notizie in tempo reale.
⚐ 日本語: ヘッドラインニュース
⚐ בנגיעה אחת ניוז-פלש אוסף את כל המבזקים והחדשות מהארץ והעולם, כלכלה, ספורט ואפילו רכילות, הכל בעברית מאתרי החדשות המובילים בארץ.
★★★★★ "Outstanding... I have tried many news apps over the past several years. Finally, I have found a winner with NewsFlash!"
★★★★★ "Clean, smooth, customizable... this has replaced all of the magazine-style aggregators I previously tried such as Zite and Flipboard...."
Version 3.5
October 5, 2014
Fixed Sharing on iPad
Version 3.4
September 25, 2014
Optimized for iPhone 6 and iOS 8
Version 3.3
July 21, 2014
Support for iOS 8
Version 3.2
March 18, 2014
Optimized for iOS 7.1
Updated some broken links
Version 3.1
October 11, 2013
Images for popular headlines shown across the top
Option to disable statusbar transparency
Version 3.0
September 15, 2013
Redesigned for iOS 7
New icon
Save articles to Safari reading list (iOS 7 only)
Swipe articles to quickly share and save to reading lists
Share articles with AirDrop (iOS 7 only)
Open articles in Safari
Improved readability
Improved performance
Version 2.2
May 8, 2013
Added news from Mexico
Added some new sources
Fixed some broken links
Version 2.1
November 5, 2012
Added Canadian feeds
Added Spanish feeds
Added localization for Italian (Italiano), French (Française), German (Deutsch), Spanish (Español), Japanese (日本語) and Hebrew (עברית).
Version 2.0
October 16, 2012
New interface look for iOS 6
Version 1.8
September 19, 2012
Optimized for iPhone 5 and iOS 6
Version 1.7
July 30, 2012
Faster loading of web pages
Version 1.6
June 25, 2012
Similar articles are now grouped together
Version 1.51
April 30, 2012
Fixed problem updating the inactivity refresh setting
Version 1.5
April 27, 2012
Bookmark for later reading in:
- Instapaper
- Readability
- Read It Later
Added inactivity refresh setting
Added cookies deletion setting
Updated feeds for Italy, France
Fixed crash in U.S. Science feed
Version 1.4
February 17, 2012
Improved graphics
Added feeds from China
Added more Japanese feeds
Version 1.3
January 28, 2012
Added Australian feeds
Minor improvements
Version 1.2
December 17, 2011
Fixed problem hiding feeds
Updated some graphics
Added more German feeds
Version 1.1
December 13, 2011
Added more Italian feeds
Minor enhancements
Version 1.0
December 7, 2011
App Release
Comments, suggestions, ideas or questions are always welcomed.


text:
⯇ Results
Item | Value |
Engine displacement | 166cc [x] |
Number of cutting heights | 53 [x] / 7 [x] |
Cutting width | 53cm [x] |
Warranty | 5y [x] |
Mulching? | Yes [x] |
Collection basket? | Yes [x] |
Rear roller? | No [x] |
Starter | Electric [x] |
Tell us about this item and earn a share of our affiliate revenue. How it works.
You're posting anonymously. Log in to add specs under your own account and earn affiliate fees.
The SP551 V LS is a wonderful mower. It is packed with features to make cutting your lawn efficient and easy.
The Mountfield ST170 Lithium Start petrol engine is started using a simple push of a button. The innovative Twinclip blade actually has four cutting edges thereby doubling the mower's efficiency – and at 53cm wide, the cutting width makes light work of large lawns.
The clippings are cut extra finely and then blown into the 70-litre collection bag, delivering a 20% increase in collection capacity. But if stopping to empty the collection bag seems a waste of valuable mowing time, you can fit the mulching plug to produce fine mulch dispensed back onto the lawn surface. This adds vital nutrients into the lawn and saves you time at the compost heaps.
The SP551 V LS is a robust mower with a galvanised and powder-coated steel cutting chamber and a unique design that not only looks great but is doubly rigid. One-click adjusts the cutting blade height (and there are seven heights to choose from) and another click of the handlebars allows easy folding down for storage.
If that wasn't enough the vibration control system minimises vibrations, resulting in less strain on your arms and a more comfortable mowing experience. Backed by a five-year extended warranty, this really is a fantastic choice of mower.
Self propelled so no need to push!
Mulching function:
Grass clippings are recycled back into the soil, returning valuable nutrients and saving you time and money!
The washing link makes it easy to clean the cutting deck
Variable speed control; adjust to suit you and the conditions
Superior cutting and collecting performance from our innovative Twinclip blade with 4 cutting edges.
Engine Brand | Mountfield |
Engine Type | ST170 Lithium Start OHV |
Engine Capacity | 166cc |
Net Power Output | 2.60kW @ 2900rpm |
Starting Method | Electric Push Button |
Transmission | Variable Speed |
Drive | Self Propelled |
Cutting Width | 53cm /21" |
Cutting Heights | 25-77mm (7 Positions) |
Cutting Height Adjustment | Single Point |
Roller | No |
Collecting | Yes |
Mulching | Yes |
Collector | Canvas Plug-In 70 litres |
Chassis | Galvanised Steel/Aluminium |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 1.0 Litre |
Lawn Size | 50m x 50m |
Collapsible Handles | Quick Release |
Safety Features | Operator Presence Control |
Wheels | Front 210mm Rear 240mm |
Warranty | 5 Years (Terms & Conditions Apply) |
Washing Link | Yes |
dB(A) Rating | |
Weight | 43Kg |
Should you have any enquiries regarding this product, please visit our ServiceLink website at –
hosts a wealth of support information including copies of our and for your garden equipment as well as contact information for your who are able to supply spare parts and repair services.
Our team can also be contacted for assistance via the tab.
Directly compare these specs with those of related products.


text:
It's only three races into the year, but already NASCAR is plenty full of intriguing storylines to carry us through a full season. With the ratings up, on-track passing increasing and some surprising winners to start off the year there's no shortage of things to talk about; so with plenty of ideas floating in my head, let's narrow it down to ten of the biggest news-making incidents that have defined the 2011 season to date:
Horrible Timing for an Off Week
Since he's in the news this week, having signed a two-year extension as lead "analyst" (I'm using that term lightly) for FOX Sports, I'll start with the inveterate tweeter himself, good old DW. Here's what the three-time champ said on Sunday:
Home from Vegas,love a tail wind,I never thought I'd say this but glad to get a week off,Daytona and 2 west coast trips, need some rest !
— Darrell Waltrip (@AllWaltrip) March 7, 2011
I'd have to say I completely disagree. If anything it's horrible timing for an off week so soon into such a grueling schedule. At least we have Thunder Valley to look forward to on the 21st.
SportsCenter Victories:
You've had three absolutely made-for-ESPN SportsCenter highlight victories in three races: Trevor Bayne, the 20-year old kid in his second race winning a 98th race for the legendary Wood Brothers and returning them to victory lane for the first time in a decade. Next up was the original four-time Big Daddy Jeff breaking a 66-race winless streak at Phoenix and then this past weekend you've got the whole backflip thing with Cousin Carl. For a sport keen to attract that all-important M18-34 demographic you just can't beat "today's number one highlight" on the Worldwide Leader in Sports.
Great Start for Junior
Sure we didn't get the storybook Daytona 500 victory for NASCAR's eight-straight-time Most Popular Driver but the early signs are promising for Dale Earnhardt Jr. A solid top 10 at Phoenix and an eighth-place run in Vegas make this the best Junior's started since his career year of 2004.
Yes, it's ludicrously early but more tellingly the communication that was absent with McGrew appears there already with the upbeat Letarte. "I guess the best thing that we did (Sunday) was the adjustments. I kept telling Stevie what I thought I needed… and he was hitting on it every time. It's fun in this hauler, man. When you're running good everything is easier to do."
I've said it before, I'll say it again NASCAR needs Dale Junior to do well and as the man himself points out: "Failure at this point is completely unacceptable and I've got to put it all out on the line and do everything I can to make it work. If it don't work with [Letarte], I got nowhere else to go. I got no other options, really, than just to race myself into oblivion with my own team and Tony [Eury] Jr. and those guys."
Edwards looks like the "Real Deal"
After winning nine races in 2008, including three of the final four in the Chase, Carl Edwards was the hot favorite to dethrone then-two-time champion Jimmie Johnson. It didn't work out as planned with Edwards going 0-fer in the win column and missing the Chase altogether. He rectified the Chase making part in 2010 but was never really a factor and his long winless streak continued.
Then came the two victories in the final races of 2010 and Sunday's win at Vegas giving him three wins in the last five. The Ford FR9 engine looks to be strong and the king of the back flip knows how to close out races; the acrobatics might become a regular feature again this year.
And speaking of real deals: Trevor Bayne
Whilst I'm on the subject of real deals, a quick word on Bayne. A number of friends of mine who have zero interest in NASCAR but know I write this column have asked me about him so it was good to see him bounce-back from a (not that surprising) wreck and a 40th-place finish in Phoenix with a solid top-20 run at Las Vegas. Coupled with his 17th-place debut run at Texas in the Chase last year, it's been an unbelievable start to a Sprint Cup career for a kid just weeks out of his teens. Don't expect it not to continue.
Phoenix: A Much Better Post 500 Second Race
The trouble with having your biggest race to start, rather than end, the season is that whatever comes next, to use the old British expression feels like "after the Lord Mayor's show." In recent years Fontana has proved to be a reliable dampener on early season optimism generated by the Great American Race – remember the 24-hours of weeper gate in 2008 or the stultifying second race of 2009? Right, exactly. Simply put, Phoenix is a much better option and although the race wasn't a classic it was good enough, and the "feel good" ending for Jeff Gordon, not to mention his amusingly lame attempt at a burnout, was an added extra.
Double-Digit TV Rating Increases
After three years of pretty much precipitous decline, TV ratings are up for each of the three races and not in single digits either. The numbers for Daytona spiked some 17% on 2010 and 13% at Phoenix (when compared to Fontana as the second race in 2010). The Phoenix rating was, in fact, the most watched race in the track's 23 years on the Sprint Cup circuit. This past weekend, in atypical Las Vegas style, the numbers were even better – a 29% increase on last year's corresponding third race. Again, it's early days but no doubt it's promising.
The Best Two Months on the Schedule
The upcoming stretch of eight races prior to the All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway is, perhaps, the best two-month stretch in the entire season. You've got Bristol and Martinsville, two oh-so differently constructed but always compelling short tracks; Saturday night under the lights at Richmond; and Mother's Day weekend – also under the lights – at the legendary Lady in Black, Darlington Raceway; not to mention 500 miles of restrictor-plate madness at Talladega.
Even the so-called cookie cutter, Texas Motor Speedway, produced one of the best races of the entire season last year. In short: It's a good few months to be a NASCAR fan.
Records for Danica
I wrote before the start of the season that it was crucial for NASCAR to see Danica get some success. She led a lap at Daytona but more importantly finished fourth in Las Vegas – the highest ever finish for a woman in a national NASCAR race beating her previous best of 14th. (The record Danica beat was held by Sara Christian, who finished fifth at Heidelberg Raceway in Pittsburgh, Pa. in a 1949 Ford in one of her seven total starts.)
Say what you will about it being fuel mileage (and so the knock goes for her lone IndyCar win) but NASCAR needs Danica to do well because she will attract not just new fans but a different segment of the target audience as well – both of which are critical for the longer-term success of the sport. The day will come when she has to decide and make the move full time but for now three solid runs to open the season have done nothing but good things in that regard.
And finally, just in case you haven't and it seems strange you wouldn't have if you're reading my column (and not under duress to do so), but please read our site editor's story on losing his job with SI.com. Yes, we are here to report, analyze and comment on the news but on the rarest of occasions when our site is the news, it's certainly worth highlighting one more time.
Roll on in Thunder Valley.
About the author
Danny starts his 12th year with Frontstretch in 2018, writing the Tuesday signature column 5 Points To Ponder. An English transplant living in San Francisco, by way of New York City, he's had an award-winning marketing career with some of the biggest companies sponsoring sports. Working with racers all over the country, his freelance writing has even reached outside the world of racing to include movie screenplays.
A daily email update (Monday through Friday) providing racing news, commentary, features, and information from Frontstretch.com
We hate spam. Your email address will not be sold or shared with anyone else.


text:
The first third of the college basketball season offers teams a chance to work out the kinks and ease into their conference schedule. Boston College and Maryland have each had a chance to do just that, and they will meet at the Comcast Center on Sunday at 4 p.m. EST in the first ACC game of the year for both teams.
The two schools have met 12 times and the all-time series is tied 6-6. The first meeting between the two schools came on March 11, 1958 when the Terrapins defeated the Eagles 86-63 at Madison Square Garden.
Recent history is on Maryland's side, as the Terrapins have won five of the last seven meetings. On Jan. 16, 2010, Maryland defeated Boston College 73-57 at Conte Forum behind a 17-point performance from then-senior Greivis Vasquez, who was celebrating his 23rd birthday.
Corey Raji led Boston College with 14 points. Reggie Jackson scored 11 points and Joe Trapani added nine points and nine rebounds for the Eagles.
Trapani has 999 career points entering Sunday's game and will become the 38th player in school history to reach 1,000 points when he reaches the milestone. Trapani had 14 points in the Eagles' 88-86 win over Providence on Wednesday night at Conte Forum, leaving him one point shy of 1,000 points.
With the win, Boston College improved to 7-2. It's the fifth time in the last six seasons that the Eagles have started the season with that record. The only time in the past six years that Boston College failed to start 7-2 was last season, when it opened the year with a 6-3 record.
Jackson has been the Eagles' offensive catalyst, averaging 19.6 points, 4.4 assists and 4.4 rebounds in nine games. Trapani has also been a force on the court, averaging 13.1 points and 6.1 rebounds.
Corey Raji, who has missed the Eagles' last two games with a concussion, is third on the team in scoring with 11.1 points and leads the team in rebounding with 6.3 boards per game. As of Friday, Raji's status was not yet known for Sunday's game, although Boston College head coach Steve Donahue indicated that he will practice and be evaluated further.
The Eagles will also be without forward Cortney Dunn, who was suspended three games by Donahue prior to the Eagles' game against Providence as a result of violating team policy. Senior center Josh Southern started in his place for the first time in 2010 and finished with a career-high 16 points and seven rebounds in the Eagles' win.
Southern is averaging 7.6 points, 3.5 rebounds and two assists in eight games. He missed Boston College's season-opener against St. Francis (NY) while recuperating from minor intestinal surgery in the offseason.
Biko Paris, who swapped positions with Jackson at the start of the season, has been performing well as a shooting guard in 2010, averaging 9.6 points on 42.5% shooting and is shooting 33.3% from beyond the arc.
Danny Rubin, a true freshman walk-on, has been a pleasant surprise for the Eagles. He is averaging 7.6 points and 2.8 rebounds in eight games, seven of which he has started.
Maryland enters Sunday's game at 7-3 and has won four of its last five games. The Terrapins won their first three games against Seattle (105-76), Charleston (75-74) and Maine (89-59) before losing two straight game against No. 5 Pittsburgh (79-70) and No. 13 Illinois (80-76).
A 72-54 win over Delaware State on November 26th ended the brief two-game skid, and the Terrapins rattled off two straight wins against Elon (76-57) and Penn State (62-39) before losing to Temple 64-61 on Sunday, Dec. 5.
Maryland toppled winless N.C. Greensboro 99-56 on Wednesday to get back on track. Jordan Williams scored a game-high 23 points and had 13 rebounds to lead the Terrapins. Terrell Stoglin added 18 points and Adrian Bowie finished with 16 points.
The win was Maryland's 15th in a row at home. During the streak, the Terrapins are 8-0 against ACC opponents.
Williams leads the Terrapins in scoring, averaging 17.7 points per contest. He is shooting 56.7% from the field this season and leads the team in rebounding with 11.8 boards per game.
Cliff Tucker is second in scoring, averaging 11.2 points and 2.8 assists in 10 games. Stoglin is third in scoring, averaging 10.7 points. Bowie is averaging 8.7 points and Sean Mosley is averaging 8.1 points for the Terrapins.
Following Sunday's game, Boston College returns home to Conte Forum for a Sunday afternoon matchup against Bryant (Sunday, Dec. 19, 3 p.m. EST).


text:
Advanced Search
FETC 2010 News
The Greater Educational Opportunities Foundation (GEO Foundation) in Indiana has virtualized its computing infrastructure and upgraded its storage system to reduce costs and energy requirements, expand student access to computers, and improve IT operations. The announcement was made at the FETC 2010 conference, which is going on this week in Orlando, FL.
The foundation said the implementation of technology from Citrix Systems and Scale Computing generated $60,000 in savings in the first month and made possible a 1:1 computer-to-student ratio in some classrooms.
The GEO Foundation, based in Indianapolis, sponsors four charter schools in Indiana and Colorado with 1,300 students. In addition, it operates a statewide tutoring program and charter school service center to provide guidance to other charter schools.
To address a growing number of students, increased storage needs, the rising cost of data center cooling requirements, and the expense of desktop upgrades--$75,000 per school every four to five years--the foundation sought a new approach to IT.
To reduce cooling requirements in the data center and desktop upgrades, the foundation implemented Citrix XenServer and Citrix XenDesktop to virtualize servers and desktops, respectively. In the data center, the foundation has retired or repurposed 14 servers. In the classroom, the foundation has deployed thin-client workstations--desktops and laptops that access all software and data directly from the datacenter. As a result of expected cost savings related to the deployment, the organization has been able to move from a ratio of one computer for every four students to one computer per student.
"When we began this project, we had no idea that we were going to enable some classrooms to provide every student their own computer--something that is nearly unheard of," said Kevin Teasley, president and CEO of the GEO Foundation. "In this scenario, a back-end server room technology directly translated into more technology in the hands of students. It's quite an amazing story."
The foundation implemented Scale's Intelligent Clustered Storage (ICS) technology to provide scalable storage. With the new implementation, the storage clusters can grow from 3 terabytes to 2.2 petabytes in increments as small as one terabyte at a time by plugging in another storage node on the network. The move has enabled the foundation to condense all data storage to a single backup repository.
"The upgrade has been smoother and saved us more money than we had planned," said Brian Beck, CIO of the foundation. "We were able to save a lot of time with setup, free up a great amount of server space, and reduce cooling and electric costs, all without our users ever missing a moment of productivity." With the $60,000 savings, Beck added, "We've already seen our investment pay for itself."
About the Author
Dian Schaffhauser is a former senior contributing editor for 1105 Media's education publications THE Journal, Campus Technology and Spaces4Learning.
All Webcasts
Many K-12 schools struggle with insufficient time, resources, and expertise when mapping out their cybersecurity program. Threat actors make the most of these challenges by targeting K-12 organizations with ransomware and other cyber threats. Read more...
All Whitepapers


text:
Search for content and authors |
Characteristics of the optimized pentacene thin film transistor via OTS treatment of gate insulator and thermal treatment of pentacene layer |
SeongJun Kang , D. S. Park 1, H. J. KIM 1, Kwun-Bum Chung , M. H. Jang 1, M. Noh 1, C. N. Whang 1 |
1. Yonsei University (Yonsei UNIV.), Sinchon-dong, Sudaemoon-ku, Seoul 120-749, Korea, South |
Abstract |
Pentacene thin film transistor is a promising competitor of amorphous Si-based semiconductor devices though further study is necessary to improve mobility. In our experiment, preferentially oriented high quality pentacene thin film was obtained via thermal evaporation in ultra-high vacuum. To investigate the effect of substrate surface on the pentacene layer formation, pentacene film was prepared on either octadecyltrichlorosilane (OTS) treated SiO2 substrate or untreated SiO2 substrate. The grain size of the pentacene layer and the organic-metal interface roughness were modified through the thermal treatment of the sample evaporated on either substrate surface. Both the OTS treatment and the thermal treatment increase the structural ordering of pentacene molecules in the pentacene layer. The crystallinity of the pentacene film was investigated via the high-resolution synchrotron x-ray diffractometer at the PLS. The roughness of the film was studied by using atomic force microscopy. We obtained the best device performance at the pentacene thin film transistor that was OTS treated as well as annealed. Our investigation results of the electrical properties on the pentacene thin film transistor will be presented. |
Legal notice |
Related papers |
Presentation: poster at E-MRS Fall Meeting 2003, Symposium B, by SeongJun KangSee On-line Journal of E-MRS Fall Meeting 2003 Submitted: 2003-05-10 04:46 Revised: 2009-06-08 12:55 |


text:
While the hype around Pepe Coin fades, DigiToads is winning in the crypto community
The highly competitive cryptocurrency space continues to surge with potential top crypto coins that seek to make names for themselves. With the industry filled with mass innovation, it is common to see some of the best coins to invest in battle it out on the charts. Pepe Coin (PEPE) has made headlines in the metaverse as one of the industry's best cryptos in the last month.
However, the token has suffered a decline recently, which has caused its rally to slow down. The crypto community is shifting to projects with profound success, like DigiToads (TOADS). The project has continued to rocket in price and token presale. Its fantastic utility and features make it a top crypto to invest in, as it leads the crypto community.
Dig into this article to see how DigiToads is winning in the crypto community.
DigiToads (TOADS) is termed as winning crypto amidst the success of ongoing presale
DigiToads has proceeded to leave the jaws of investors on the floor. Since the launch of this token, its performance has been nothing short of magnificent. Experts say this token deserves a place among the top crypto coins in 2023. DigiToads is a force to be reckoned with in the crypto world, as its presale makes it a winning token.
This meme coin is one of the best coins to invest in because of its phenomenal utility. DigiToads is a community-first coin that seeks to familiarize its members with money-making opportunities on its platform. From NFT trade to P2E gaming, DigiToads (TOADS) is a project that has it all. Players can battle their avatars to earn rewards in points, coins, and other incentives.
The presale of the TOADS token is still soaring beyond expectations. The DigiToads token has yielded over $3.2 million in its sixth stage. With its record-breaking achievement, analysts say that in addition to this token being one of the best cryptos, it is also the number one meme coin in the market today.
So far, over 83% of the TOADS tokens have been sold. Speculations in the market suggest that this token may reach unspeakable heights by the time the presale ends. DigiToads is a top crypto to invest in, and investors can still hop on its huge presale as it is ongoing.
Pepe Coin's (PEPE) rally slowed down as hype continued to fade
Pepe Coin (PEPE) is an ERC-20 token that functions on the Ethereum blockchain, inspired by the popular Pepe meme. This coin obtained vast traction in the weeks following its launch. Its success was amplified when it joined the list of crypto's top 100 coins.
Despite the surreal success that Pepe Coin attained, it has suffered a recent decline in investors. Its rally has significantly retracted in recent weeks as the hype around the coin fades. The earnest hope of individuals in the metaverse is that this PEPE doesn't experience a rug pull in the coming weeks.
Despite the plunging rally of PEPE, some investors believe the recent happenings around this token to be a minor setback. They have confidence that the token's rally will resume at full throttle soon because of its past impressive conduct.
Final thoughts
While Pepe Coin continues to experience a drop in its rally, DigiToads is moving forward with great speed. This token has maintained its pace since its presale took off, with all five stages of its presale being successful thus far and the current 6th stage following suit; the next four stages are expected to flourish as well.
With no signs of the DigiToads presale ending yet, investors are encouraged to participate to enjoy the many benefits it withholds. DigiToads is inarguably one of the best coins to invest in now because of the spectacular profits investors can reap from this token. Individuals seeking to fatten their wallets should pay close attention to the TOADS token.
For more information on DigiToads, visit the website, join the presale, or join the community for regular updates.


text:
The first Nintendo Direct of 2013 is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 6AM EST. Included in the broadcast will be news about Pokémon, which is said to be for viewers worldwide. Sounds good for those of us in North America.
What are you hoping this news will include, Pokémon RPG, HD remakes of the classics, Pokémon Snap 2?


text:
YTAS report
National Convention of Youth Drama report for Youth Theatre Arts Scotland
YTAS is an organisation with the aim to unify and empower Scotland's youth theatre sector.
I was approached by YTAS with the brief to design their report following their National Convention of Youth Drama. They wanted something which looks professional and engaging with a specific requirement for an interactive PDF with live hyperlinks.
"It was good working with you – I was very impressed by your quality and speed. I hope we can do more projects together in the future"
James Coutts, Youth Theatre Arts Scotland
The report is available to view from YTAS here.


text:
Thugs hijack and burn election materials in Bayelsa
Thugs have hijacked and burnt election materials for three wards in Ogbia Constituency 2 in Bayelsa State.
Officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deployed to the constituency are already going back to Yenagoa as the hoodlums are on the rampage in the area.
At the time of filing this report, it appears there will be no election in Ogbia Constituency 2, as INEC officials are already heading back to Yenagoa.
Residents have taken to Facebook to complain about the election thuggery employed to disenfranchise voters.


text:
The Quick Wins & Strategic Gains of Modernising Your Data Stack. What can a savvy CDAO and team do with the investments already made?
Join us for this private, closed-door breakfast meeting where we will be taking a deeper look at:
- Integrating your data wherever it lives, on-prem, hybrid, cloud or data mesh deployments.
- Freeing up staff for value-add activities, and still reduce errors while accelerating data processing
- Keeping data secure and compliant


text:
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer of the mesothelial cells which affects those people unlucky enough to have breathed in asbestos or other risk factors for mesothelioma at some point in their past.
Mesothelial cells cover the outer surface of most of our internal organs and is the reason the cancer is so-called. Most often the cancer is associated with the lungs but it can also develop in the abdomen.
The three common forms of mesothelioma are:
Pleural mesothelioma - malignant and affecting the chest
Peritoneal mesothelioma - malignant and affecting the abdomen
Benign mesothelioma - this form is very rarely seen, is non-malignant and affects either the chest or abdomen.
Although mesothelioma mainly affects men, it can also affect women as the asbestos fibres stick to the clothes, shoes, hair and skin. As a result family members of people working with asbestos would likely have been exposed to some degree of asbestos.
Since the disease takes 15+ years to develop the early symptoms of mesothelioma are often mistaken for less severe illnesses. If you think you are experiencing some of the symptoms of the disease it is very important that you mention it to your doctor, particularly if you have ever been in contact with someone (perhaps your father or grandfather) who worked in an asbestos-contaminated environment so that investigations and treatments can begin at the earliest opportunity.
Work environments that are likely to have included the use of asbestos include the shipyard industry, as wll as manufacturing, construction, engineering, insulation, textile, electrical and car industries.
Even in the present day, some industries are still exposed to asbestos risks particularly during the renovation or demolition of buildings containing asbestos.
Related Articles
How Asbestos Causes Mesothelioma
Treat Yourself to Me Time!
For the ultimate pregnancy treat, buy our Pregnancy Relaxation CD or download our Pregnancy Relaxation mp3 . Lie back, relax and connect with your unborn baby in the privacy of your own home.
Or, if you're currently struggling with a busy lifestyle and the added demands of parenting, try our Perfect Relaxation for Parents mp3 - take time out for yourself and awaken refreshed and ready to face whatever life throws at you!
Also by BreastfeedingMums
Books We Love!
Support Us!
Write for Us
If you would like to contribute a pregnancy or breastfeeding poem, story or photos, or a miscarriage poem or story, just contact us and we'll add it to the site. Thanks.


text:
Refresh your presence with responsive design and give your customers superior viewing experience. We provide online solutions you can trust.
Connect with your team connect and get work done from anywhere on any device. It's simple to use and manage, allowing you to work smarter and focus on what really matters.
Our web designs are flexible so you will have the optimal viewing experience on any devices.
Got ideas on how to improve your business? We can turn your idea into an app.
Save time and money. Ask about our Google Apps and MS Office 365 Cloud Solution.
Our professional service can help you to focus on your business, not your technology.


text:
The Furniture Upholstery Albany Ny |
Welcome to our Portal about Home Furniture! Our web pages 220 repressents photo materials and notes, other materials and screenshots for themes: "furniture restoration arlington va", "furniture outlet stores directory", "furniture plans rustic", "furniture depot 96080" and "furniture austin credit" for "furniture depot san diego", the furniture polish with stain. And also you can find more TOP Rated products and offers. Scroll Down! |
Sponsor AD
look at video
Awesome designs for: office furniture yakima; furniture styles bauhaus; furniture to go in lancaster pa
The Collection of screenshots and other info, find more for themes: "furniture expo ontario", "furniture auctions surrey", "furniture upholstery los angeles", "furniture donations pick up md", "furniture factory warehouse worcester". What are You Waiting? |
The furniture and other online offers on page 255; "furniture on sale orlando"; "furniture options goshen mattresses"; "furniture polish with stain".
Screenshots 920 furniture dolly orlando; furniture donation dayton ohio; furniture auctions bedfordshire; furniture sales tips; shabby chic furniture uk cheap furniture refinishing manchester ct.
Our Collections for you!
You can find more in our portal.
Rearn more information about: "furniture on sale orlando", "furniture emporium high point nc", "furniture indianapolis furniture store", "patio furniture york pa", "furniture direct website"!
Best and hidden tips from page 1691 about themes: furniture express inc, furniture express inc and furniture auctions surrey, furniture websites tulsa oklahoma or also furniture placement baby grand piano.
Reference to other screen-shots and photos of our site for themes: "furniture power hialeah", "furniture upholstery los angeles", "furniture options goshen mattresses", "furniture express inc" and "furniture today concord california".
Look at photos 428 and screenshots 1367 for my design: furniture factory warehouse houston tx, furniture on sale delhi and furniture expo ontario furniture placement home theater.
Read more tips at photos 169 from Themes: furniture depot 96080, furniture online store - furniture online store.
Veternas stories on page 485 from Themes: furniture trends burnie, furniture donation utah and also furniture styles list.
Look here New extreme offers! On pictures 1463 and 1458 from the furniture styles bauhaus furniture on sale delhi. furniture rental phoenix, baby furniture wholesale toronto, furniture and more temecula california, furniture trends burnie, furniture on sale delhi, furniture plans rustic!
And Also you can find and learn more about the furniture placement home theater plus furniture repair 06804. furniture express inc, furniture styles 1960\\\'s, furniture today concord california, furniture plus inc, the furniture guide in egypt and furniture donations pick up md, furniture outlet stores louisiana!
ATTENTION! Our Exclusive materials on themes "furniture upholstery albany ny" and "Furniture On Sale Orange County" from our stock photos is copyrighted!
Learn More on our pages:
Ohter top rated materials: furniture and things in mn, furniture rental phoenix, furniture stores in chicago and suburbs, furniture upholstery kansas city, furniture discount new york
Photo 194 |
Photo 563 |
Photo 679 |
Photo 605 |
by FDesigner (c)Copyright 2010
Scroll UP and look at page 54999 from theme furniture trends for 2010, furniture refinishing manchester ct, furniture on sale delhi and furniture etc fallon nv, furniture repair lewisville tx or visit site about spy and baby furniture wholesale toronto!


text:
Localization of proteasomes in spermatozoa from patients with varicocele-associated sterility was studied by means of immunolabeling with the MPC21 monoclonal antibody detecting the C3 subunit of the 20S proteasome. The reaction was visualized for electron microscopy using the secondary Nano-Gold-coupled antibody with Gold-Enhancement in pre-embedding technique. We found that semen samples from varicocele patients contained a large amount of abnormal spermatozoa characterized by the presence of dispersed chromatin and large residual bodies (cytoplasmic droplets) as well as spermatids at various stages of spermiogenesis. In normal spermatozoa, the immunolabeling was found in the acrosome, postacrosomal regions, nuclear vacuoles, in the neck and in the middle-piece as well as in the residual bodies, while chromatin remained unlabeled. In varicocele spermatozoa, the immunolabeling was also associated with chromatin and large residual bodies (cytoplasmic droplets). In contrast to normal, mature spermatozoa, the chromatin of the cells at earlier stages of spermiogenesis was strongly immunolabeled. The association of proteasomes with sperm chromatin and large residual bodies can be the sign of abnormality and disturbances in spermatogenesis associated with varicocele.
Original language | English (US) |
Pages (from-to) | 169-170 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Folia Histochemica et Cytobiologica |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 2 |
State | Published - 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |
- Immunoelectron microscopy
- Proteasome
- Spermatozoa
- Sterility
- Varicocele
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pathology and Forensic Medicine
- Histology


text: Coloring disney pages Last updated on April 16th, 2018 by Admin Print On this page you can see Coloring disney pages. To make yourself or your kid happy, directly print Coloring disney pages. A coloring will help you have a good time. The original illustration of the "Coloring disney pages" will appear thanks to your imagination. Collect a set of coloring pages.


text:
Outriders, like any looter shooter, has a ton of weapons you'll pick up as loot for killing enemies or collect out of crates. Until you get toward the endgame and deal with legendary weapons, the best weapon for you is usually with one with the highest numbers — stats like damage and clip size.
In this Outriders guide, we'll talk about what all those weapon stats mean, and how you can match the best weapon to your class and style of play.
Weapon classes (types)
There are four weapon classes in Outriders: assault, shotgun, sniper, and sidearm.
You have three slots for weapons: one primary weapon (anything but pistols and revolvers), one secondary weapon (anything but pistols and revolvers), and one side arm (pistols and revolvers).
Within each class of weapon, there are multiple gun types. Assault, for example, includes assault rifles, light machine guns, and submachine guns. We won't go into every one here because what really differentiates them is their stats.
These classes all share ammunition pools — meaning everything in the same class, like pistols and revolvers, share the same ammo.
Weapon stats
First, let's just say that, especially early in the game, higher numbers are better, and that's about as much thinking as you have to do about your weapon. The best gun is the one you have in your hand, and if you have to choose between two, pick the one that deals more damage when shooting bad guys.
You can learn about a gun just by looking at the stats, though.
Each weapon has nine numbers to look at:
- Level is just how good the weapon is. Higher is almost always better.
- Clip size is how many shots you have before needing to reload.
- Reload is how long it takes to reload in seconds.
- Rounds per minute (RPM) is a measure of how fast it shoots.
- Damage (DMG) is how much damage it does (unsurprisingly).
- Critical multiplier (crit mult) is how much extra damage the weapon does on a critical hit (like a head shot).
- Accuracy is how often you'll hit what you're aiming at.
- Stability is how much recoil and drift the gun has while you're firing it.
- Range is how close you have to be to deal damage.
Any two weapons of a similar level tend to balance out damage per second (DPS). A shotgun hits hard, but it has a slow RPM. A light machine gun fires fast, but deals less damage with each hit.
Looking at all the stats together tells you how the weapon behaves and how you will (or should) use it. A gun with low accuracy and stability and a large clip size tends to be a "spray and pray" weapon that shoots a lot of bullets in the general direction of the bad guys, but isn't going to be great for headshots. A high accuracy weapon with a long reload time and a high critical multiplier is going to be great for methodical headshots from a distance.
Arguably, the most important stat is range, based on the way Outriders's classes work.
Best Outriders weapon for each class
For the most part, if you've played any shooter games before, you'll have a basic understanding of what guns do what — shotguns do low-accuracy damage up close, sniper rifles are good for headshots from far away, and assault rifles are kind of all-purpose.
Outriders's classes, though, determine how close to the enemies you should be — both because of the range of each class's skills and the different way each class heals. Classes are not terribly strict in Outriders, but they do have specialties. Devastators and Tricksters are most effective in close to the enemies, Pyromancers are better at mid-range, and Technomancers are best at supporting from a distance. And that tells you a lot about what weapon to pick.
- Technomancers, with their long-range tendencies, should maximize the range stat for their primary weapon. This will be high with weapons like rifles, sniper rifles, and bolt action rifles.
- Mid-range Pyromancers are better served by light machine guns, submachine guns, and assault rifles.
- Devastators and Tricksters, depending on how close they like to get, can get away with using pump action and automatic shotguns in ways the other classes can't (or shouldn't).
To be clear, any class can use any weapon. A Devastator can use a sniper rifle to thin out enemies from a distance just like a Technomancer can use a shotgun. But matching your class and your weapon to your preferred style of play will make surviving Outriders a lot easier. For example, Outriders' class selection screen describes Technomancers with the words "long range" and "support." Consider leaning into the explicit roles that the game describes.
Weapon rarity
All gear in Outriders has a rarity associated with it, denoted by the color behind the item's icon in your inventory. There are Common (gray), Unusual (green), Rare (blue), Epic (purple), and Legendary (orange) rarities.
Rarity determines a few things about a weapon. Unusual (green) and above weapons have attributes (buffs). Rare (blue) and better weapons have mods — Rare weapons have one mod slot, and Epic and Legendary have two.
Weapon variants, attributes, and mods
While most weapons you pick up — especially early in Outriders — will be "standard var" or the standard variant, you will also find other variants of each type.
Variants make a weapon more specialized. These will be things like sharpshooter or tactical variants of assault rifles. A sharpshooter assault rifle has an increased range, accuracy, and critical multiplier, making it behave more like a sniper rifle. A tactical assault rifle variant, on the other hand, has increased stability, making it great for quick bursts of more accurate fire.
When you start picking up Unusual (and better) weapons, they'll come with attributes. These are things like life leech that heals you for a percentage of the damage you deal or armor pierce that ignores a little damage reduction from enemy armor.
Mods are interchangeable modifications to weapons — this comes up a lot in crafting — that add effects or buffs. You'll need a Rare, Epic, or Legendary weapon before you'll have mod slots. Mods are things like the clip of amalthea that gives your gun a 30% chance to not consume ammo on a critical shot or fireworks that deals splash damage.


text:
Ever since digital maps and GPS have been introduced, people have forgotten the essence of paper maps and their relevance. Before digitalization, travelers and explorers always used maps to navigate their way and find directions. Even today, travelers who prefer to explore remote places carry paper or offline maps to reduce their dependence on GPS. Traditional paper maps are practical and hold sentimental value, thereby making them more relevant in today's digital age.
If you need more reasons to resort to traditional maps, take a look at the following factors.
1. Strengthen Your Geographical Knowledge
Studying a paper map for a few minutes daily can strengthen your geography and help you with your studies. If you or your kids are in school, you should invest in paper maps to build your world and geography knowledge. Some atlases also provide additional information such as historical events significant to specific regions and cultural implications like language, food, and traditional outfits.
2. Helps with Travel Plans
The next time you are confused about the travel destination you should visit, take a look at a world map and consider your options. This is specifically useful when you wish to visit multiple places within a few days. By looking at a map, you can easily plot an attainable course and possible cover within a few days. Furthermore, if you have been delaying your traveling plans, a map can inspire you to pack your bags and visit the destination of your dreams.
3. Gives You Powerful Context
Whether it's related to a historical event or a personal experience, every map tells a story and provides a relatable and powerful context. The details in a paper map convey more information than words, which makes it even more fascinating. The cartographers at One Stop Map recommend getting a customized map for your loved ones, as such presents, and older relatives. Simply weave a story around the map or symbolize their love for a specific region through a custom-made map. Put merely. Maps are fascinating to look at and provide a strong context, irrespective of the story or significance they carry. Maps are also great conversation starters and keep a meeting going. Travel destinations, regional food, beaches, exotic places – there's so much to talk about.
4. Enhances the Decor
Maps can be both functional and aesthetic. You can hang or stick a map on your wall to enhance your interior decor and instantly introduce a luxurious touch. Irrespective of the design and color, any map can instantly add oomph to a plain wall and bring some character to the room. Instead of painting your walls, you can hang a customized map, stick travel photos on it, or make your own map representing your favorite destination. Whether it's a colorful canvas map or a monochrome paper design, any kind of map looks intriguing and inviting.
5. Helps with Navigation in Remote Areas
Even if you are not connected to the internet or GPS, a paper map can help you navigate your way through remote areas and reach your destination with ease. Since paper maps do not depend on the internet or wireless technology to function, you can rely on them in any situation. When using paper maps, you no longer have to worry about getting lost, especially in remote areas where the mobile network is usually weak. Even though digital navigation gives you the option of downloading your path and using it offline, it is not always reliable. This is when paper maps can help you find your way.
6. Simplifies Information
Traditional paper maps are their way out for those unfamiliar with using technology and digital tools. Even if you can use digital maps, the information provided can get complicated and complex to understand, mostly when you are lost and in panic mode. Paper maps simplify information and give directions in the simplest manner possible. Moreover, the simplified information calms you down and helps you reach your destination faster, thereby making you less irritated. It is known that traditional maps enable you to plot an analog course, helping you walk faster. On the contrary, following digital directions can slow people down, specifically when the GPS acts up.
While GPS and Google Maps are handy, they cannot beat the significance and essence that traditional maps carry. In a nutshell, old-fashioned maps do not let you make errors that most digital tools do. With paper maps, you can navigate your way with ease and reach your destination at a faster pace. Moreover, they possess a traditional essence and are time-tested.


text:
What exactly are Pad Tracks?
Each Pad Track is a 20 minute mp3 that is built over 1 chord and is beautifully textured and ambient with high-quality samples to provide easy transitions or simple soundscapes for a variety of contexts. Like our Bed Tracks product, each of these tracks is offered in 6 different sound palettes that we have classified into albums: Afterglow, Atmospheric Strings, Huge Pad, Liquid Organ, Soft Choir, and Solar Wind.
Each track is recorded as an MP3 in each of the 12 major and minor keys, and each key includes both a 'high' and a 'low' option. The 'high' option includes the pads without the lower register sounds. The 'low' option is the full soundscape, including the lower register.
How To Use Pad Tracks?
You can use Pad Tracks to seamlessly transition from one song to another, without feeling rushed in between. With every Pad Track available in each of the 12 major and minor keys, you have the opportunity to have a seamless segue at the end of any worship song. Simply end the song with the band drawing out the last chord, fade in your chosen Pad Track in the same key, and then take all the time you need to let the Spirit of God minister without feeling rushed. If you need to switch keys, you can allow one Pad Track to cross-fade into another. This is an easy process to manage if you have your pads pre-loaded into an app like Worship Team Director.
When To Use Pad Tracks
During your worship sets, you can have an underlying bed of ambient sound that never stops, which creates more flow in your worship experience. When you finish a song, let the pad track continue; let them play during prayer moments; bring them in towards the end of a moving sermon or talk; cross-fade between tracks in different keys for smooth transitions from a song in one key to a song in another key. The possibilities are endless. Also, check out our blog on the Top 10 Ways to Use Bed Tracks as their use is very similar.
What Hardware Or Software Is Needed?
Because these tracks are in mp3 format, you can use them with a player. Load them into an iTunes playlist. Bring them into Ableton Live, Logic, Pro Tools, or any other DAW. Play them straight from your smartphone or tablet. Whatever workflow your band or church uses, these tracks will fit.
Other Tracks
Click Tracks are our most popular audio track product at PraiseCharts. If you're new to using backing tracks, or a seasoned worship band, Click Tracks provide a way to sync your entire band to a consistent tempo and give you helpful navigational cues while using in-ear monitors.
Rhythm Tracks were created based on the success of Click Tracks. Rhythm Tracks are similar to Click Tracks, built on the exact same arrangement, but intended for a different level of the worship band. Where Click Tracks are well suited for a fully developed band that has a solid rhythm section, Rhythm Tracks are designed for a smaller band that may not have live drums and bass guitar.
Choir Practice Tracks are very similar to Vocal Practice Tracks. They are high-quality tracks that are derived from our MultiTrack stems and have been designed to resource Worship Choirs, making it easier for each section to learn their parts.
We have a variety of track products to enhance the sound of your live worship band. Need to fill in a couple of missing musicians? Try a MultiTrack. Just need to tighten up your band? Let them follow a Click Track. Missing a synth or drummer? Rhythm Tracks will help fill you out. Plus tracks for Vocal and Choir Practice, Reason files, Backing Tracks. Our tracks will keep your band in the groove and in the right tempo. No more speeding up, slowing down, and sounding thin.
Listening to a live worship album makes you feel like you are right in the room, surrounded by hundreds of other worshippers. Usually, the arrangement and vocals are less polished, but that comes as an easy trade for capturing the authentic worship experience. When we chart these arrangements, they serve as a great resource to demonstrate how to lead these songs in your own live worship setting. Playing for live worship is not the same as playing in the studio. This list is full of our favorite live worship arrangements.