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Crowdfunding 101: Q&A With CircleUp CEO Ryan Caldbeck
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Ryan Caldbeck, right, CEO of CircleUp, shown with COO Rory Eakin and an array of products from companies funded through their crowdfunding platform.
According to Dow Jones VentureSource, venture firms invested a mere $116.6 million in food and beverage companies in all of 2012. By contrast, they invested $738.4 million in media and content companies during that period.
CircleUp Network offers "reg-D crowdfunding" for these businesses—a form of crowdfunding that allows accredited investors to back companies through an online platform in exchange for a stake in a business. (Read more about CircleUp and some of its key partnerships with industry giants in The Wall Street Journal.)
We spoke with CircleUp's CEO and co-founder, Ryan Caldbeck, about the company's progress giving consumer-goods businesses access to growth capital. Here's an edited version of that interview.
How many startups have raised funding on CircleUp?
We have helped nine companies raise over $8.5 million in growth capital so far, seven of those in 2012 and two already in 2013. Six companies are currently raising money on the platform and another 40 are being voted on by our investor community. [Ed: Those voted in will be able to pursue funding via CircleUp. There is no guarantee their deals will close there, however.]
How many angel investors are using the site these days?
We had a target of registering 1,000 investors before the end of 2012 and surpassed that number within the first three weeks. Since that time, our growth has far surpassed our expectations.
Investors have been drawn to the quality of deal-flow [we provide], and our partnerships.
Investor activity on CircleUp.com has grown by an average of 20% month over month every month since our launch.
What kinds of deals are done on CircleUp?
We focus on expansion capital for high growth consumer and retail brands. The typical company on our site already has $1 million in revenue, national distribution, and has previously raised a small friends and family round. CircleUp helps these companies bridge a gap between their initial seed rounds [or loans] and larger institutional investments. Investors on the network invest in both equity and convertible debt [deals].
What's the average round size?
Just under $1 million.
What's the average number of investors involved per deal?
The average is less than 25 but it varies by deal, since the company can set the investment minimum and decide how many investors they want in the round.
Does the company have a "test kitchen"?
No, but one of the benefits of working with companies that already have $1 million in sales is that we can find the product on store shelves generally.
Peeled Snacks raised capital on CircleUp. Prior to listing, we visited local Starbucks SBUX -2.18% stores and tried the product [there], asking other customers and the Starbucks staff their impressions of the product. We also regularly attend industry trade shows to meet new companies and try their products.
What are some key traits that make a startup worthy of a listing on CircleUp?
We look for strong management teams with companies that have a clear path to exit, meaning they have potential to sell to a strategic buyer.
They should offer a differentiated brand with innovative products. Great tasting products or interesting packaging is not enough.
We also have to see evidence of a company's performance in channels that are relative to their category. (We use third-party industry data to evaluate what that means, exactly.)
Finally, we want to see reasonable valuation and deal terms. A great company is not always a great deal when there are too-high valuations or poor deal terms. It's worth noting that what looks like a good deal or good terms in tech would not be in consumer products.
How is CircleUp different than Kickstarter, AngelList and other platforms that match VCs and angels to startups?
We provide equity capital that enables the business to finance growth. The average food company we see on Kickstarter raises less than $10,000. The average company on CircleUp raises close to $1 million.
CircleUp focuses on scalable, high-growth consumer businesses, and investors seeking an allocation in consumer products with a potential for financial return.
SOURCE: Wall Street Giornal – Lora Kolodny


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Sixth Rugby World Cup Sevens kicks off in Russia June 28-30.
MOSCOW, Russia--As the players land and international teams begin to stream into Russia's largest city, we take a look back at the birth of a game that has been played for 200 years, yet only featured on the world stage six times since its inception.
The origins of sevens rugby dates back to 1883 when Ned Haig and David Sanderson used the game as a fundraising event for their local Scottish club, the Melrose RFC. For years after, the shorter, faster paced game, was primarily used to keep players fit in the off-season, while still maintaining their rugby skills
In 1993, the first Rugby World Cup (RWC) Sevens was played in Scotland, the birthplace of the seven-a-side game. The event now takes place every four years, with 24 teams competing for the Melrose Cup. England lifted the inaugural title at Murrayfield, with Fiji claiming the 1997 crown in Hong Kong thanks to a brilliant 24-21 display against South Africa. Watch the highlights here.
It wasn't until the 1999-2000 season that the International Rugby Board (IRB) initiated the Sevens World Series, developing an elite-level competition between rugby nations as well as creating a viable commercial product for the IRB.
Four years after the first Sevens World Cup, New Zealand stormed the 2001 championship in Argentina. Then in 2005, sevens legend Waisale Serevi (now living in Seattle) came out of retirement to lead Fiji to a remarkable Melrose Cup win against New Zealand at the famous Hong Kong Stadium. Watch the King of Sevens score in that final.
The Men's Eagles placed 18th at the 1993 Sevens World Cup and then won the Bowl title in 1997. They improved to 13th in the last three World Cups, reaching the Plate Quarterfinal in 2001, 2005 and 2009. The most recent RWC Sevens tournament took place in Dubai with the Eagles falling to Fiji and France in the pool stages. They rebounded to defeat Georgia, but Coach Al Caravell's squad eventually lost to Australia 24-12 in the Plate Quarterfinals. Two players remain from that 2009 squad - captain Matt Hawkins and Shalom Suniula.
The Eagles Sevens have competed in the Sevens World Series since its inception, and became a core team during the 2008/2009 season. They finished off their 2012/2013 campaign with magnificent Plate titles in Japan and Scotland, earning two 5th place spots as well as 6th place in England. This display meant the Eagles finished 11th overall and remained a core team for 2013/2014, ensuring that they take part in all 9 tournaments on the HSBC Sevens World Series next year.
In 2012/2013 the Series was renamed after title sponsor HSBC and broke attendance and TV viewership records. The USA leg in Las Vegas drew over 67,000 people, while the largest recorded crowd was seen at the London Sevens, totaling 113,000 over the weekend. New Zealand were superb competitors yet again, winning this year's Series title, their 11th in 14 seasons.
The inaugural Women's Rugby Sevens World Cup took place alongside the Men's event in Dubai in 2009, and featured 16 teams. The Women's Eagles lost against England, but defeated Russia and Japan in the pool stages. They then knocked out France 19-0 in the Cup Quarterfinals.
In the Semifinal they faced New Zealand in one of the most exciting matches of the tournament. The Eagles scored near the death, trailing 14-12 with time for the restart. The kickoff was brilliantly taken and the Eagles worked their way to New Zealand's 22-meter, but were tackled out of bounds in a thrilling clash. The Women's Eagles placed 3rd and will be looking for silverware in the 2013 edition. Christy Ringgenberg is the sole survivor from that 2009 team.
The IRB had said the 2013 Sevens World Cup would be the last one, however, following feedback from its member unions, the IRB's general assembly decided to continue with the World Cup, but moved it two years after the 2016 Olympic Games.
In fact the USA recently submitted a bid to host 2018 Sevens World Cup.
Men's Eagles Sevens | Rugby World Cup 2013
1. Carlin Isles
2. Nick Edwards
3. Andrew Durutalo
4. Shalom Suniula
5. Zach Test
6. Matt Hawkins
7. Folau Niua
8. Jack Halalilo
9. Maka Unufe
10. Mike Palefau
11. Colin Hawley
12. Brett Thompson
Men's Eagles Sevens | Staff
Alex Magleby (Head Coach)
Andy Katoa (Manager)
Brian Green (Athletic trainer)
Paul Goulding (Video Analyst)
Men's Eagles Sevens | Schedule
USA vs. Georgia 8.06 AM E.T Friday June 28
USA vs. Canada 2.06 AM E.T Saturday June 29
USA vs. New Zealand 8.20 AM E.T Saturday June 29
Women's Eagles Sevens | Rugby World Cup 2013
1. Jillion Potter
2. Kelly Griffin
3. Vanesha McGee
4. Deven Owsiany
5. Kimberly Rozier
6. Ryan Carlyle **Akalaini "Bui" Baravilala replaced due to injury
7. Victoria Folayan
8. Emilie Bydwell
9. Irene Gardner
10. Christine Ringgenberg
11. Nathalie Marchino
12. Kathryn "KJ" Johnson
Women's Eagles Sevens | Staff
Ric Suggitt (Head Coach)
JoAnne Kos (Assistant Coach/Team Manager)
Nicole Titmas (Athletic Trainer)
Dr. Lisa Bartoli (Team Doctor)
Women's Eagles Sevens | Schedule
USA vs. Brazil 2.28 AM E.T Saturday June 29
USA vs. Fiji 5.24 AM E.T Saturday June 29
USA vs. Spain 12.00 PM E.T Saturday June 29
USOC | Staff
John Crawley, USOC HP Director of Team Sports
Shawn Dolan, USOC Sports Dietician
Peter Haberl, USOC Senior Sport Psychologist

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A simple "touch-up" to county property got a firefighter and his station in a load of trouble in Orange County, Fla.
Orlando's WFTV-TV reports firefighters discovered an ax with a Confederate flag painted on it at a house fire. Reportedly, a lieutenant saw the ax and took it away before the homeowner, a black man, had seen it.
Later, the son of Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Holton admitted he made that ax and said it was an homage to his "small town roots and core values of family and hard work." He denied it was racist.
His supervisors must not have seen it that way and placed him on 12-hour suspension without pay.
The following investigation of the station revealed there was a "culture of entitlement." The Orange County Fire Chief has since ordered more than half of the staff to be transferred.


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If You Register Now For 'Cove To Clover,' You'll Save Some Serious ¢lover!
If you register now to run in the 4th annual Cove to Clover fundraiser (coming up March 9-11), you'll save some serious ¢lover, 'cuz registration rates are at their lowest right now!
South King Media be a Sponsor for the fourth consecutive year (learn more about becoming a Sponsor here), and we encourage all our Readers to find a way to participate – even if you're not a runner – as this is a great, fun, local fundraiser.
The race starts near the cove in Normandy Park, then winds its way up 'Snake Hill' through Burien before ending up in front of Mick Kelly's Irish Pub. The 10k will start at the Normandy Park Towne Center and catch up to the 5k route (click here to see a map of the race course).
Last year over $37,000 was raised and distributed to these local charities:
- Highline Area Food Bank: $16,000
- Highline Schools Foundation/Schools: $12,500
- Hospitality House: $3,000
- Para Los Ninos: $2,250
- YETI Club: $1,550
- Emergency Family Relief: $500
- Hi-Liners: $500
- Girl Scouts: $350
- Boy Scouts: $350
There are several new elements this year, including a 10K run and a Talent Show, along with the usual 5k race and Pub Crawl.
"Cover to Clover is unlike any other 5K or 10K," reads a note on the C2C website. "For one thing, it is very hard. So hard in fact that it is fast becoming a test piece for NW runners. For starters, "Snake Hill" rises nearly 1000′ in the first mile of the course. Around mile 2 you'll encounter 'The Uprising,' a runner obstacle that has been constructed in the middle of a live Celtic battlefield. For your suffering, you will be rewarded with on-course Celtic pipers and a finish line festival that delivers the goods (2 beer gardens, 2 stages with live entertainment, free root beer garden and free hot dogs for children)."
The Cove to Clover is a 501(c)(3) umbrella charity which distributes all proceeds to local charities. The organization is very lean and run by passionate volunteers.
"Be assured, your participation will be making a positive impact on your community," the website adds.
This year there will also be a 'Corporate Team Challenge,' where companies can participate by registering their employees; here's more info:
"It's easy to do; just have each member of your team use a 'Registration Code' representing your company's name. Also, be sure to email us at
[email protected] to let us know the code you are using so we can insure you get proper credit for each registration. We'd also like to have a team captain's name and email address, so that we can pass on the information of who joined your team. Then all you have to do is promote the race at your company and encourage your co-workers to register online using your 'Registration Code.'
The team with the most team members (registered with your unique code) will be recognized with a special award at the finish line. Cove to Clover will throw an extra special catered party for the winning team at a later date. We don't want to be pinned down to a location, since the size of the winning team may require a bigger venue."
Also, the sponsorship window will be closing relatively soon, so if you're with a business that wants to do good and get great local exposure, contact [email protected] ASAP to let them know of their interest.


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Announcing: 2012 LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards Presented Monday, November 12
The LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards, celebrating theatrical excellence and achievement during the 2012 season, were presented on Monday, November 12, at the Los Angeles Theatre in downtown Los Angeles.
Thirty-five awards were bestowed upon 13 different Southern California theatre companies. Leading the pack with 13 awards was Center Theatre Group (The Convert at the Kirk Douglas Theatre; Waiting for Godot at the Mark Taper Forum; War Horse at the Ahmanson Theatre; and Best Season), followed by Celebration Theatre with six (The Color Purple: A Musical), and Musical Theatre West with four (Forbidden Broadway: Greatest Hits, Volume 2;
Hairspray; and Man of La Mancha). The Antaeus Company (Peace In Our Time), and Theatre @ Boston Court (The Children) took home two awards each.
LA STAGE Alliance CEO Terence McFarland commented, "Tonight's recipients reflect the diverse and rich landscape of greater Los Angeles theatre. The Ovation Awards are a celebration of excellence, and one way that LA STAGE Alliance shines a light on the fantastic work of our LA theatre artists. Theatres across the country should take note that these are the best of the best, and hire an Ovation Award-winning LA theatre artist today!"
For a complete list of winners, visit www.LASTAGEOvations.com.
Additionally, Sarah Lyding, Executive Director of the Biller Family Foundation, presented the Biller BEST (Building Excellence in Small Theatre) Awards, including checks totaling $100,000, to the following LA theatre companies: About Productions, The Antaeus Company, CASA 0101, Circle X Theatre Company, Ensemble Studio Theatre-LA, Independent Shakespeare Company, A Noise Within, and The Theatre @ Boston Court. Laura Penn,
Executive Director of SDC (Stage Directors and Choreographers Society), presented the 2012 Zelda Fichandler Award, for transforming the landscape of regional theatre through unique and creative work, to Cornerstone Theatre Company founder and current Artistic Director at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Bill Rauch. Center Theatre Group presented the 2012 Sherwood Award, for innovative and adventurous artists, to Los Angeles-based playwright and director John Sinner. This award is endowed by the Sherwood family, and is accompanied by $10,000 to further Sinner's artistic work. LA STAGE Alliance was also presented with a Commendation from the office of California Assembly Speaker John Perez, for the commitment and unwavering
compassion that LA STAGE has dedicated to the performing arts in the City of Los Angeles.
Hosted by Jane Kaczmarek and Culture Clash co-founder Herbert Siguenza, this year's presenters included many local performers, city officials, union reps, artistic and executive directors, stage managers and publicists, and included (in alphabetical order) Patrick J. Adams, Lindsay Allbaugh, LJ Benet, Seamus Dever, Elizabeth Doran, Kristy Edmunds, Davis Gaines, Glenne Headly, Nikki Hyde, Leslie Ito, Brian Kite, Christine Lakin, Michele Lee, Dawnn Lewis,
Monique L'Heureaux, Sarah Lyding, Lesli Margherita, Gates McFadden, Jessica Wethington McLean, Laura Penn, Assembly Speaker John Perez, Bill Rauch, Allison Rawlings, Mark Roberts, Kirsten Vangsness, Ken Werther, Vanessa Williams, and Charlayne Woodard.
LA STAGE Alliance is dedicated to building awareness, appreciation and support for the performing arts in Greater Los Angeles through community building, collaborative marketing/ audience development, professional development to strengthen the sector, and advocacy. Providing access to the performing arts for patrons and access to information and resources for organizations has been the mission of the Alliance for over 35 years. The Alliance connects artists and arts administrators from over 500 groups annually in a six county region with opportunities to engage, inspire, educate and entertain over four million households that engage with the arts in our community. The Alliance engenders a stronger and more connected creative Los Angeles.
LA STAGE Alliance programs are sponsored, in part, by Actors Equity, The Angell Foundation, Arts Council for Long Beach, The Biller Family Foundation, California ArtsCouncil, California Community Foundation, City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs,City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division, City of Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Division, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, ELS, Goldstar, James Irvine Foundation, Andrew Mellon Foundation, Los Angeles County Supervisors through the LA County Arts Commission, MusiCares/Grammy Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, The Shubert Foundation, Sky Events & Productions, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Green Hasson Janks.
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U.S. Representative Vernon J. Ehlers of Grand Rapids will present the address "The Next Hundred Years of Science: It's All About the Students" on Thursday, April 1, at 11 a.m. in room 102 of VanderWerf Hall at Hope College.
U.S. Representative Vernon J. Ehlers of Grand Rapids will present the address "The Next Hundred Years of Science: It's All About the Students" on Thursday, April 1, at 11 a.m. in room 102 of VanderWerf Hall at Hope College.
The public is invited. Admission is free.
Ehlers's presentation will be informed not only by his tenure in both the state and federal legislature - where his emphases include K-12 science education--but also by his background as the first research physicist to serve in Congress. He holds a doctorate in nuclear physics and taught and conducted research at both the University of California at Berkeley and Calvin College for several years.
The lecture has been scheduled by the Natural and Applied Sciences Division at Hope in conjunction with the academic-year commemoration of the 100-year anniversary of the formal creation of the departments of chemistry and physics at the college. Although Hope had developed its first classroom laboratory in 1867, the two departments became independent programs in 1909.
Ehlers was sworn in on Jan. 6, 2009, to serve his eighth full term in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was first elected to the 103rd Congress in a special election on Dec. 7, 1993.
As a member of the 111th Congress, Ehlers serves on three standing House committees. He has served on the Science and Technology Committee (previously known as the House Science Committee) and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee since his arrival in Washington, and joined the Education and Labor Committee in 1999.
During his tenure on the Science and Technology Committee, he oversaw in 1998 the writing of the nation's first major statement on science policy since 1945. He also co-chairs the STEM Ed Caucus, which is dedicated to improving the nation's K-12 science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. He introduced the resolution that led to the designation of National Computer Science Education Week, which debuted Dec. 6-12, 2009.
On the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Ehlers has led efforts to secure a fair funding formula and more dollars for Michigan's roads, highways, and transit systems. In the 107th Congress, Ehlers led the development of the Great Lakes Legacy Act, which authorized spending $270 million over five years to clean up sediments in the Great Lakes.
As a member of the Education and Labor (previously the Education and the Workforce) Committee, he blends his efforts with the Science Committee on improving math and science education.
Ehlers was previously on the House Administration Committee from 1995 to 2008, serving as Ranking Republican and Chairman. During his tenure on the committee, he was instrumental in the effort to connect the House of Representatives with the Internet and the creation of the Library of Congress' Thomas website, which allows anyone to look up legislation being considered by Congress, laws that have been passed and other information about Congress.
Prior to Congress, Ehlers served a total of 11 years in the Michigan Legislature, with just over two years in the House and nine years in the Senate, where he finished his tenure as President Pro-Tem. He also served eight years on the Kent County Board of Commissioners, including three years as chairman.
After three years of studying at Calvin College, Ehlers transferred and received his undergraduate degree in physics and his Ph.D. in nuclear physics from the University of California at Berkeley in 1960. After six years teaching and research at Berkeley, he moved back to Grand Rapids to Calvin College in 1966 where he taught physics for 16 years and later served as chairman of the Physics Department. During his tenure at Calvin, Ehlers also served as a volunteer science advisor to then-Congressman Gerald R. Ford.
He is married to Johanna (Jo) Meulink and is the father of four adult children and the grandfather of four. He and his wife reside in Grand Rapids.
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Actress Kirstie Alley has taken aim at the CEO of a clothing company after he made controversial remarks about the brand's "exclusionary" tactics.
The former "Cheers" star was offended by Abercrombie & Fitch chief Mike Jeffries' comments and vowed that neither she, nor her two children, William, 20, and Lillie, 18, will ever purchase items from the retailer.
In a recently resurfaced 2006 interview with Salon.com, Jeffries was quoted as saying, "In every school there are the cool and popular kids, and then there are the not-so-cool kids. Candidly, we go after the cool kids. … A lot of people don't belong (in our clothes), and they can't belong. Are we exclusionary? Absolutely."
The outspoken actress tells "Entertainment Tonight," "Abercrombie clothes are for people who are cool and look a certain way and are beautiful and are thin' and blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. That would make me never buy anything from Abercrombie.
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Miley Cyrus is taking her bleached look to the next level, pairing it with equally colorless eyebrows. No one knows why, but maybe it's because her favorite color is nude.
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Today we celebrate the Feast of St Francis D'Assisi. In honor of this occasion, and in conjunction with October being Polish Heritage Month, I bring you the story of St Francis D'Assisi Catholic Church in Detroit, Michigan.
St Francis D'Assisi Catholic Church was the 4th Polish parish to be organized in Detroit (following St Albertus (1872), St Casimir (1881), and Sweetest Heart of Mary (1897)). The Polish population in Detroit was growing rapidly in the late 1800s and through the turn of the century. As a result, several members of St Casimir parish petitioned the Diocese of Detroit for a new parish in the area of Junction and Buchanan streets. Their petition was granted and a pastor was appointed to organize a new parish.
St Francis's first pastor, Reverend Romuald Byzewski, directed the building of the first structure on property purchased at Wesson and Buchanan streets. That building was a combination church (upper level) and school (lower level). The church sat 700 people and opening enrollment at the school was 300 pupils. The first Mass was celebrated in the church on Easter Sunday of 1890.
The new little parish continued to grow and when Reverend Feliks Kieruj succeeded Rev. Byzewski as pastor of St Francis he conducted a drive for a new, larger church building. The new building was opened in June of 1905 and a grand church it was! The church seats 1700, has beautiful stained glass windows, and is Italian Renaissance in design. It is 230 feet long and 123 feet wide and cost $145,000.00 to build.
The drive to build the new church was so successful that Rev. Kieruj continued his effort and oversaw the building of a rectory, convent, and a parish hall. Later a new, larger school building was built.
As a result of all this building, the parish accumulated substantial debt. Father Alexander Grudzinski was successful in getting the debt paid off and as a reward for doing so the church of St Francis was consecrated on June 4, 1929. It was the first church consecrated in Michigan and only the fifth in the U.S. My mother always told me that a consecrated church cannot be added on to or sold. It must stand until it crumbles of its own accord. You can read details about church consecration at the Catholic Encyclopedia web site.
At the time St Francis Church was built, the neighborhood it was in was made up largely of Polish immigrants. They attended Mass there, sent their children to the parish school, and for the most part were buried in nearby Holy Cross Cemetery. Over the years, starting in the 1940s with the building of area expressways and accelerating in the 1960s and 70s, the original Polish immigrants died or moved out of the area to nearby suburbs. The population that moved in was first African American and later Hispanic. More recently the neighborhood has succumb to urban blight with more empty lots than houses. It's a sad state for this once vibrant neighborhood of Polish immigrants. St Francis D'Assisi Church still stands at the corner of Wesson and Buchanan Streets and the parish is still viable. However, there are few with Polish heritage that attend this church anymore. Mostly the parish is made up of Hispanic residents now. They may hear Mass in a different language than those who built the church but they too work hard to keep the parish going. That's not an easy task in a depressed urban setting.
The parish school is no longer in operation. The building was leased/sold to another group that runs the Hope of Detroit Academy there now.
I have many family ties to St Francis D'Assisi Church. My paternal grandparents lived just one block southwest from the church/school property. Here is a view from the property where my grandparent's home once stood, looking back at St Francis school and church.
My father and all of my paternal aunts and uncles attended St Francis grade school. Several of my aunts and uncles married at St Francis as well. When my parents married, their first home was on Campbell Street, one block north of the church/school property. My brothers were baptized at St Francis and started grade school there as well before my family moved to the suburbs. Here is a view of the church/school grounds from my parent's first house on Campbell Street.
I visit the church from time to time and try imagine what it must have been like in the 1910-1950 era when it was in a densely populated community of first and second generation Polish immigrants. It's easy to imagine when inside the church, where little has changed. It's much harder to imagine outside the church where empty lots and decaying buildings are prevalent. It is my fervent hope that the beautiful St Francis Church will remain standing for many, many years to come. Maybe one day the city of Detroit will experience a rebirth and the neighborhood around the church will thrive again. St Francis is the patron saint of animals and the environment. Perhaps he will bless the rebuilding of the neighborhood where previous residents erected a grand church in his honor.
The Souvenir book of the Golden Jubilee of St. Francis Parish, 1890-1940 has been cataloged and is searchable on the PGSA web site.
The following microfilms of St. Francis church records are available at the Burton Historical Collection of the Detroit Public Library: Film No.1042
Reel 1: Baptisms April 1891-June 1911
Reel 2: Baptisms June 1910-March 1918
Reel 3: Baptisms March 1918-February 1931
Marriages January 1916-October 1938
Deaths January 1920-May 1950
Reel 4: Marriages May 1891-1916


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Sneak Suits are the covert ops extension of the encounter suit
Boots for the Black Mass Assassination Squad, but perfectly suitable for any sci-fi or cyberpunk equipment listing. No Arcanotech Boots here.
Because calling them armored suits is crass
The journey had been a long one and now they had entered the mountains. After an entire day spent on paths cut into the mountainside and through moss covered coniferous woods, they encounter a desperate young mountain tribal. He is searching for his beloved wife and his elder brother, both of whom he got separated from after an unsuccessful attempt to kill a cave bear. The last thing he saw was the cave bear in full pursuit of his wife. He could not help her as he had been knocked to the ground by the raging beast, and was struggling to regain full consciousness. The tribal will be clearly nervous and urges them to look for his wife during their travels. He will stay in his village a couple of miles to the north and pleads for assistance should they recover his wife, whether she be dead or alive.
On the next day of travel, they will journey upon a dim track in the forest and while they are preparing to ascend another path cut into the mountainside, they hear moans of lust from somewhere nearby. Upon closer inspection they will spy a young tribal woman in the heat of the act with an elder tribal male. They are consummating their forbidden love on the cold mountain moss, and beside them lay the skinned and slaughtered carcass of a huge bear.


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Strategic Heritage Plan and PPP
Background Information
The United Nations Office in Geneva (UNOG) represented by the United Nations administration and in cooperation with other departments within the United Nations has been given the task to develop the Strategic Heritage Plan (SHP) of the Palais des Nations, Geneva. The latter is in need of substantial funds for its renovation. The member States have asked the UNOG Project Team to investigate alternative funding mechanisms, including Public Private Partnerships (PPPs).
In view of the UNECE's resident expertise in PPP and its strong network of experts with PPP experience, UNOG and UNECE have agreed to cooperate on this task, and specifically in the preparations of a report and recommendations on alternative funding mechanisms for the SHP to the General Assembly in New York in 2013. The report will be prepared and the advice of the members of the UNECE Team of Specialists on PPPs will be considered in this context. As part of this cooperation, the UNECE held a series of high level discussions in Geneva to explore key PPP models and case studies on the renovation of government buildings and their applicability in the renovation of the Palais des Nations.
High level discussions at UNECE
The first part of the high level discussion at UNECE on the Strategic Heritage Plan of the Palais des Nations and Public-Private Partnerships focused on the PPP options to renovate public buildings with a review of best practices and their applicability for the Palais des Nations. This discussion was held at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, on 6 December 2012. A discussion paper was prepared by the UNECE secretariat as background material, and the Team of Specialists on PPPs provided preliminary recommendations to UNOG and member States on the use of PPP models to renovate the Palais des Nations.
The second part of the high level discussion on the PPP options for the renovation of the Palais des Nations took place on 5 February 2013 at the fourth session of the UNECE Team of Specialists on PPPs, and focused on the following issues:
• Procurement;
• Legal and institutional;
• Financial models;
• Labour/staffing.
These and other issues will be included in the baseline study of the risks associated with different PPP models to be prepared by Toyo University under the auspices of the Team of Specialists on PPPs.
Site-Visit to UK PFI Projects in London, 25 March 2013
At the request of UNOG, the UNECE Secretariat in cooperation with the Infrastructure UK organized a one-day-visit to operational PPP/PFI projects in the UK, namely HM Treasury, the Ministry of Defence and prospective Home Office buildings. These projects were identified by UNECE for their similarity with the Palais des Nations in terms of the amount of requested investments, issues related to financing, legal and technical matters.
The purpose of this visit was as follows:
• discuss with PPP practitioners, especially those responsible for PFI contract implementation, the salient issues UNOG must deal with as prospective PPP managers;
• obtain a clear understanding of both the advantages and risks in doing PPPs;
• understand how contracts are managed and how the key performance indicators (KPIs) work; and
• understand the role of the public sector in monitoring the performance of the private sector operators rather than managing staff directly involved in operation and maintenance (O&M) (such as, gardeners, painters, electricians etc).
The UN delegation was led by Clemens Adams, Director of the UN Administration in Geneva, and Geoffrey Hamilton, Head of the UNECE PPP Programme.
Contribution by Toyo University to the SHP
A PPP delegation from Toyo University in Japan led by Professor Sam Tabuchi, vice Chair of the UNECE Team of Specialists on PPPs, visited Geneva from 5 to 9 April. The purpose of the visit was to hold high-level consultations with representatives from Member States, financial institutions contractors and developers, on the basis of which a pre-feasibility conceptual study on PPP options for the renovation of the Palais des Nations was prepared.
The Preliminary Study on the Various PPP Options for the Renovation of the Palais des Nations, which Toyo University undertook on a pro-bono basis under the auspices of the UNECE Team of Specialists on PPPs, was peer-reviewed by a number of international PPP experts in the area of finance, legal and technical issues within the UNECE PPP expert network. Certain elements of the Toyo University study were used in the UNECE study to UNOG on alternative financing options to renovate the Palais des Nations.
Recommendations to UNOG - May 2013
A baseline study on the feasibility of using PPPs for the renovation of the Palais des Nations was prepared by the secretariat under the auspices of the Bureau of the UNECE Team of Specialists on PPPs (TOS PPP) and its co-Chairpersons, with the technical support of an ad hoc expert task force consisting of TOS PPP members. The study recommends to UNOG that the next step is for the General Assembly to authorise a feasibility study to be carried out by the United Nations, thereby providing the necessary data by which the Member States can determine whether the PPP option provides better value for money than the traditional form of procurement.
The initial challenge for UNOG is that bringing the idea into reality will require new capacity, UNOG also because of the tremendous goodwill of its Member States can rely on top level expertise on PPP from the governments from both developed and developing countries, who are also members of the UNECE International PPP Centre of Excellence. In terms of the steps for the development of PPP inside the Palais des Nations, the following three additional recommendations are made:
- An event may be held in New York to discuss PPP options and whether they are compatible with UN rules and regulations;
- A component of the feasibility study, i.e. a Public Sector Comparator (PSC) could be carried out under the auspices of the UNECE TOS PPP; and
- Studies and materials collected for providing advice to UNOG should be made available to Member States interested in using PPP models for renovation of their public buildings.
PPP Experiences in Renovation Projects
This space will be used to showcase recent PPP experiences from around the world in renovation projects. A number of case studies from France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, the UK and the US were showcased at the PPP sessions on 6 December 2012 and on 5 February 2013.


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LONDON — Scottish officials said Sunday there may be more fatalities from the deadly helicopter crash in Glasgow. Eight deaths have been confirmed so far.
Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond told the BBC on Sunday that of the 12 people still hospitalized, three are in intensive care but they are in stable condition.
The helicopter crashed into The Clutha club in Glasgow on Friday during a concert.
Emergency officials are still searching the crash site for bodies while working to remove the aircraft's wreckage.
"This is a painstaking process which we expect to take some time," said Deputy Chief Constable Rose Fitzpatrick. "Until we remove the helicopter we cannot be sure what we will find."
Investigators also are looking into what could have caused the helicopter to go down.
Officials said Sunday the aircraft was on a police operation and returning to Glasgow when it crashed, but declined to provide more details.


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Okay, this one time, I met Mandy Patinkin. But let me break it down with breathless, massively urple prose.
It was the winter of 1996. My mother, knowing my love of all things musical theatre, presented me with an early Valentine's day present. Tickets to see Mandy Patinkin at DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids on February 9th.
Now, since February 9th is my mother's birthday, one might assume that she bought those tickets partially for herself, but I trust my mom. She used to give super awesome presents for weird holidays. For instance, one year for Christmas I got like, a VHS of Purple Rain and some random assorted weirdness from the outlet mall, but then for Valentine's day she got me tickets to the lady's professional figure skating world championships. She used to pull really weird pranks, too, like putting a life-sized cut out of Darth Vader in the doorway of my room so that when I opened it he would be looming over me and scare me half to death.
But I digress.
My mother bought us the tickets, as well as a hotel room at the swank downtown Amway Grand Plaza. If you are from Michigan, or are familiar with Amway, it will not surprise you to hear that these two properties are connected. We arrived in plenty of time to check in and went to dinner, but I couldn't concentrate on eating. I was going to see Mandy Patinkin, of "Evita" and "Yentl" and "Sunday In The Park With George" fame. Also "The Princess Bride," lest you forget about that a crucial part of the story not make sense.
Show time came closer and closer. We paused in the lobby to purchase his latest cd, "Oscar and Steve," and I bounced and hopped in my seat, full of expectant, nervous thrill at the thought of finally seeing one of my favorite performers on stage.
The lights went down. Mandy came out. It was rapturous.
The show was very informal. He came out in jeans and a t-shirt. There was no backdrop on the stage, just the blank back wall and a ghost light, and Paul Ford at an upright piano. Mandy chattered like he was putting on a show for friends in his living room; at one point a woman's coughing in the audience grew so distracting that he passed a bottle of water back to her. He stopped mid-song to sheepishly admit that he had to burp and it would ruin the mood of the piece, so he started a new song and promised to go back to the ruined one later. It was the most fun you could have watching a man and a piano, unless there was some sort of balancing act involved.
As we left, happy and excited about what a great evening it had been, an usher stopped us.
"Looks like you enjoyed the concert," he said, indicating my perma-grin.
"Oh, yes!" I exclaimed. I might even have locked my hands together and brought them up behind my ear in the classic pose of a delighted child.
"Would you like to meet Mandy?" he asked. He might have added "backstage" to the end of that sentence, but I could hear him because all I heard in my head was the bit of The Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again" where Roger Daltry screams "YEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!"
The usher led my mother and I to a backstage area, near the dressing rooms, where group of about twenty people waited in a line. A door opened. Mandy emerged, showing no signs of fatigue after his nearly two hour concert except the still damp sweat stains on his clothes.
It seemed a lifetime as we waited for him to sign autographs and pose for photos with the people ahead of us. I was almost convinced I was having one of those dreams like I always have where I'm about to eat a cupcake and then I wake up before I take the first bite and realize that there are no cupcakes, and the world is as hard and cruel as it has always been. Except in this case it was not a cupcake, it was Mandy Patinkin, and also, I would not bite him because I have learned my lesson about biting strangers.
But lo! I was no dream, and we approached the golden-throated near-counter-tenor that thrilled my drama geek heart as Georges Seurat in Sondheim's opus "Sunday In The Park With George"! My palms sweating, I stepped up when he motioned me over. Trembling, I handed him the "Oscar and Steve" cd to sign, which he did, as well as my program. "Enjoy the show?" he asked, sounding just like Dr. Geiger from "Chicago Hope", which makes sense because that was him. I just hadn't, until that moment, realized that he sounded that cool in person.
I nodded dumbly and took my cd back. I opened my mouth to say "Thank you," but what came out was this: "Say it."
Without batting an eye, without pausing in momentary confusion, in fact, without any sort of change of expression at all aside from a charming half-smile, he said: "My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
"THAT WAS AWESOME!" I exclaimed, shaking his hand heartily. The ice broken, I told him about my theatrical aspirations (I was still laboring under the misconception that someday I would be a big Broadway star), and told him very earnestly, "I'm going to do what you do someday." He smiled and said, "Well, I'll see you down the road then."
I was about to say thank you and walk away when a man with a press badge approached and interrupted. "Excuse me, Mr. Patinkin, can we get a picture for the Grand Rapids Press?"
I mumbled a quiet thank you and, clutching my cd and program, started to walk away, when Mandy said, "Wait, can she be in the picture too?"
I theorize that he'd overheard my conversation with my mother moments before our turn in line, when I'd lamented not knowing to bring a camera. Either that, or he thought the guy should have just waiting in the line and was annoyed at him.
The press guy looked a little bit put-off, but he said it would be okay. How are you going to tell Inigo Montoya no? Mandy waved me back over and put an arm around my shoulders and we said cheese for the camera. Just as the photographer was about to take the photo, Mandy called for him to wait. "Is that mom over there?" he asked, pointing to where my mother, all 5'2" of her, stood, giving an enthusiastic thumbs up. "Let's get mom in the picture, too!" Mandy said, and my mom hurried over to stand on the other side of him. With his arms around us like we were the greatest chums in the history of friendship, we smile big for the picture. Just as the flash goes, he turned his head and planted a great big kiss on my cheek. Everyone still in line laughed, my mother and I shook hands with him and thanked him again for the autographs. We went back to our hotel room and ordered an obscene amount of room service food, ate ourselves into comas and she even let me skip school the next day.
My only regret about the whole thing was that the picture never ran in the paper. It would have been a fantastic shot for my scrapbook, where my treasured pictures of all the celebrities I've
And that's it. That's the story about how this one time I met Mandy Patinkin once.


text: The new Yankee Stadium may be a colossal disaster — Peter Gammons is the ballpark's latest critic — but the food is positively delectable. How one fan copped a $325 Legends Suite ticket and swindled the Yankees of $127 in concessions. The Yankees were just happy someone was there. [Time]


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A potentially devastating fire was avoided today in a warehouse in Andover.
Fire crews were called to the warehouse in Walworth Business Park at 8.21am where the sprinkler system activated and immediately started to control the fire.
The building was one per cent damaged by fire but this would have been much worse without a sprinkler system.
Group Manager Stew Adamson said, "The effect of fire on businesses can be catastrophic and 80 per cent fail within one year following a fire. This business is still operating and the fire did not affect surrounding businesses due to the sprinkler system. All businesses should have plans in place to prevent fire, respond to fire and importantly recover after a fire."
In this incident two sprinkler heads were activated and in the majority of cases only the relevant sprinklers will go off and control the fire. Sprinkler heads will only go off were there is heat from an actual fire. The warehouse is of steel construction measuring 120 metres by 85 metres. Firefighters used 14 breathing apparatus, one hose reel and one jet to ensure the blaze had been extinguished.
Crews from Andover, Whitchurch, Overton and Basingstoke were in attendance.
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Here's the week in review in the Methoblogosphere:
Rev Abi reflected on 9/11, what Gandhi would think of 9/11, why she is a college football fan, the 43rd anniversary of the Birmingham church bombing, and a memorial motorcycle ride for the Trail of Tears (forced removal of the Cherokee Nation from its homeland).
Allan R. Bevere wrote about the distinguishing characteristics of a revival church.
Christopher Gudger-Raines wrote about how pastors could respond to the anniversary of 9/11.
Andy Bryan is butchering trees as a part of his ordination paperwork. He also asked about the future of the Blogging Methodists site.
Andy Stoddard lectionary blogged for Sept. 11 and 12.
Bad Methodist made a Biblical argument in favor of same-sex relationships (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
Richard Heyduck wrote about the limits of interfaith openness, particularly as it pertains to an Anglican priest who converted to Hinduism but wants to continue as an Anglican priest.
Beth Quick wrote about her memories of 9/11.
Brad Smith wrote about our war against the forces of Satan.
Brian Russell wrote about God's declaration of Abraham's righteousness, the Biblical community which celebrates new birth, and the sad fate of Ishmael.
Conservative Seminarian is a new blog about the adventures of a conservative Methodist seminarian at a liberal seminary (just like me!). He wrote about trying to understand the historical and scientific data in Genesis, liberals' attempts to deny that they have an ideology, and the importance of consulting tradition when interpreting the Bible.
Richard Hall wrote that parents abuse children when they give them everything that they want and about a new book on how to read the Bible for teens.
Joel Thomas wrote about what makes up liberal theology (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
Dave Faulkner preached on Jesus, Elvis, and how we view them.
Dave Morris wrote about the importance of pastors taking care of themselves (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
Dave Warnock is unbelievably undisagreeable.
Sally Coleman wrote about a growing awareness of the reality of spiritual evil and about teaching teenagers about healthy sexuality.
Gavin Richardson wrote about the semantics of possession and church membership and reviewed the book The Heretic's Guide to Eternity.
Gerry Charlotte Phelps wrote about what the world would be like now if the US had never invaded Iraq.
Jeff Croft wrote about church mergers.
Greg Lee wrote about the Kairos prison ministry.
Guy Williams wrote about the book Good to Great.
Henry Neufield wrote that the great thing about the emerging church is that it brings people into a conversation, Bible classes in Texas public schools, seeing America as under the covenantal protection of God, trying to understand Hebrew poetry in English, Pope Benedict's remarks on Islam and how Muslims have responded, and John McCain's statements against torture.
Chris Roberts wrote about what God meant when he instructed the Israelite community to circumcise their hearts.
John Battern wrote about why the mainline denominations are in decline, except for the UMC, which is growing.
Just As I Am taught about the responsibilities we have to each other as a society and to God as part of a covenantal people.
Jan Kindle wrote about the ultimate terrorist, Satan.
Lake Neuron brings me a sigh of relief with news that the updates Star Trek: TOS has not been adversely affected by new special effects.
Larry Hollon wrote about how mainline denominations can find a place for blue collar people, whether journalists can help people without violating their professional ethics, and a new initiative to create sustainable agriculture in Africa.
Mark Winter recommends the book Letters From a Skeptic.
Keith McIlwain wrote about Leftist intolerance.
Michael Daniel wrote about the travails of raising his kids in country churches where his family members aren't really "members" of the church. He also wrote about living as though God really, really exists.
Mitchell Lewis looked at military peacekeeping operations (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
Louie Gannon wrote about how closely political opinions and faith can relate.
Nate Loucks is musing about becoming a farmer.
Rick Mang looked at the new Friendship First New Testament.
Conrad Harvin would like to keep four of the Ten Commandments on public display in courthouses (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
ReligioNews wrote about the types of liturgical styles in the UMC and the dangers of excessive multitasking.
Rereason wrote about the failure to capture Osama Bin Laden.
Richard Johnson marked the anniversary of 9/11 and wrote of his fondness for French culture.
Sandpiper wrote about how blessed we are when we are at the end of our rope and the declining dominance of men in the church (as well as an examination of changing gender roles in American society as a whole).
Lorna Koskela wrote about the importance of caring for people even at the expense of theological positions.
Jonathan Marlowe looked at the use of irony in theological debates (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).
Dale Lature wrote about new challenges to Radical Orthodoxy.
Wayne Cook remembered 9/11.
Todd Miller remembered 9/11 and reviewed the book Leadership and Self-Deception and wrote about whether our society encourages Christians to love everyone.
Tony Mitchell preached on living without fear. And hogs.
Turbulent Cleric doesn't like the tabloid The Sun because of its pictures of nekkid people, nor an overpaid soccer player.
Wes Whiddon remembered 9/11.
Scott McKay wrote about taking up our crosses.
Additions? Corrections? Do you know of a blog that should be added to the MBWR? Would you like to receive the MBWR via e-mail?
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Methodist Blogs Weekly Roundup # 83
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6 comments:
- Jim Morrow said...
Thanks for the encouragement! It seems like the world around me has already changed!!!
- Joel Thomas said...
I'm always amazed! I think your reading speed is slightly faster than mine. Again, thanks for the effort you put into the roundup.
- Todd M said...
I don't know how you find the time to do this! Thank you. What a blessing to help me with my reading!
- Turbulent Cleric said...
Actually my dislike of the Sun is because it displays the worst aspects of bullying. It is frankly the nearest thing we have to a fascist rag albeit minus the brains!
- cseminarian said...
Thanks for adding me! I love your roundup.
- Turbulent Cleric said...
Yes, John deserves thanks from all of us.
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To the Editor:
Our chapter wishes to convey a great appreciation to all of those people who chose to honor us with their attendance at our 2012 Fly-In that was held on Saturday, Aug. 25. The weather was far from perfect, but many, many people chose to come out and attend our annual event.
Fortunately, the World War II War Bird aircraft (T6 Texan) was able to come early, before the showers. They provided a thrill with their formation flying as well as their formation take off and departure.
The Glencoe-Silver Lake School Board will meet at 7 p.m., Monday (tonight), in Room 124 in the Lincoln Jr. High School.
On the agenda will be recognition of the district's School Readiness program; a Columbus Day resolution on the Oct.8 board meeting; the date of the November board meeting; a discussion of the Helen Baker fund raiser coordinator and elementary volunteer coordinator; as well as the district's LPN position and contract. The board also will give approval of the preliminary tax levy for the 2013-14 school year.
The meeting is open to the public.
Funeral services for Darlene Becker, 81, of Glencoe, will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 14, from the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe.
Ms. Becker died on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012, at her home in Glencoe.
Visitation will be will be from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Johnson-McBride Funeral Chapel in Glencoe. Visitation continues on Friday one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
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"A genetic test could help predict breast cancer many years before it develops," the Daily Mail has today reported. The newspaper says the test is based around identifying a type of DNA change called methylation, which is reportedly caused by "exposure to environmental factors such as hormones, radiation, alcohol, smoking and pollution".
The research behind this news was a large study looking at how breast cancer risk might be linked to the levels of chemicals attached to certain sections of our DNA. Researchers analysed historic blood samples from over 1,300 women, some of whom had breast cancer and some who did not. They were interested in looking at a particular gene in white blood cells, comparing patterns of methylation between the two groups of women. They found that women with the highest levels of methylation had an 89% increase in the odds of developing breast cancer compared with women with the least modification. The researchers therefore concluded that methylation on the surface of the gene could potentially serve as a marker for breast cancer risk. They added that further research may identify similar markers.
Methylation has been in the news several times in recent months, with some studies linking it to disease risk and others looking at whether factors such as exercise could reverse the process. However, despite some news stories suggesting that blood tests looking at methylation may predict or detect early cancer, it is not yet known how this modification might influence risk, or how it interacts with other breast cancer risk factors. Importantly, a simple blood test based on this research is not available and is unlikely to be available for some time.
Where did the story come from?
The study was carried out by researchers from Imperial College, the Institute for Cancer Research and other institutions throughout the UK, Europe, the US and Australia. The research was funded by the Breast Cancer Campaign and Cancer Research UK.
The study was published in the peer-reviewed medical journal Cancer Research.
This study was covered appropriately in the media, with The Guardian pointing out that this research has only identified an association between DNA changes and breast cancer risk. It hasn't identified a definitive link between the two nor the underlying mechanism that may be involved.
What kind of research was this?
Human DNA contains sections of code that perform a specific function, and these are known as genes. These genes contain instructions for making proteins, which then go on to perform a host of important functions in the body. This case-control study examined the association between a type of genetic modification called "methylation" within DNA and the development of breast cancer. DNA methylation occurs when a molecule binds to a gene. The addition of this molecule can "silence" (turn off) the gene and prevent it from producing the protein it normally would.
Case-control studies compare people with a particular disease or condition (the cases) with a group of comparable people without that condition (the controls). Case-control studies are a useful way to investigate risk factors for a relatively rare disease, as cases are identified on the basis that they already have a particular disease. This allows researchers to recruit a large enough number of subjects with a condition to produce a statistically meaningful analysis. This would be much harder to do if they followed a large group of volunteers and simply waited for a sufficient number to develop a particular disease.
In standard case-control studies, both cases and controls are asked about their previous exposure to risk factors, allowing researchers to analyse how their past exposure related to the risk of developing the condition being studied. This, however, does not always accurately measure risk factors, as the participants may not correctly recall their exposure, or information on the exposure may not be readily available. It is also difficult to guarantee that the exposure occurred before the development of the disease.
To get around these limitations, researchers may conduct what are called "nested case control studies", in which the participants are drawn from existing "cohort studies" – where a large population is followed over time to see who went on to develop a particular disease. Sourcing participants from a cohort study means researchers can evaluate participants' circumstances and exposures before they developed the disease, providing a better appraisal of participants' past exposure than from simply asking about their histories, as would happen in a normal case-control study.
In this research, participants were drawn from three cohort studies that had collected blood samples from a large group of women who were judged to be free of breast cancer at the time they entered these studies. These women were then followed up over time. The researchers identified women from these cohorts who had gone on to develop breast cancer, and matched them to other cohort participants who had not developed the disease. Nesting the study in this way ensured that the analysed blood samples were drawn before the cancer was diagnosed, allowing researchers to compare pre-diagnoses methylation levels between the two groups of women.
What did the research involve?
The researchers used three prospective cohort studies to identify breast cancer cases and matched control participants. The first study involved women with a family history of breast cancer who were considered to be at high risk for developing the disease. The second and third studies were cohort studies conducted among the general population. All of the cohort participants had had a blood sample taken as part of the original study, before any cancer diagnosis.
All of the cohort studies collected blood samples from the participants. Samples were taken an average of 45 months before breast cancer was diagnosed in the first study, 18 months in the second and 55 months before diagnosis in the third study. In addition to blood samples, information was collected on other breast cancer risk factors, such as hormonal and reproductive factors, smoking status and alcohol drinking status.
The researchers analysed white blood cells in the blood samples to determine the degree of methylation they had within a specific gene called the ATM gene. The ATM gene is involved in many functions, including cellular division and the repair of damaged DNA. The researchers then compared the average level of methylation between cases and controls in each cohort study to determine whether there was a significant difference in the degree of modification to the ATM gene.
The researchers then divided the study participants into five groups based on their level of methylation. For each methylation group, the researchers assessed the odds of having breast cancer. They then compared the odds of developing the disease in the groups with the higher levels of methylation with the group with the lowest level. This analysis combined the data from the three cohort studies and controlled for a variety of confounders that could potentially account for the association between gene methylation and breast cancer diagnosis. This analysis was also stratified by participant age, family history of breast cancer and the length of time from blood test to diagnosis in order to assess whether or not these factors modified the relationship.
What were the basic results?
The exact number of women involved in the three studies is not featured in the study paper but the details mentioned suggest it was around 640,000 in total. Among these women, the researchers identified 640 breast cancer cases and 780 healthy control subjects. They found that, in two of the three studies, cases had significantly higher average levels of methylation at a specific point on the ATM gene than controls did.
When comparing the odds of developing breast cancer between the highest and lowest levels of methylation, the researchers found that:
- Participants in the fifth quintile (with the highest degree of methylation) had significantly higher odds of having breast cancer compared with the lowest methylation group (odds ratio [OR] 1.89, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.36 to 2.64).
- Participants in the second, third and fourth quintiles (intermediate degrees of gene methylation) showed no significant difference in the odds of having breast cancer compared with the lowest methylation group.
When the results were stratified by participant age, the researchers found that this pattern was strongest among women under the age of 59, and not significant among women between the ages of 59 and 91.
How did the researchers interpret the results?
The researchers concluded that high levels of methylation (modification of the ATM gene) might be a marker of breast cancer risk.
This case-control study provides evidence that a type of molecular modification (methylation) at a particular genetic site may be associated with an increased risk of developing breast cancer.
The researchers said that the identification of a white blood cell DNA methylation marker for breast cancer is quite useful because it can be detected through assessing a simple blood sample, as opposed to the extraction of tissue samples that is often needed to identify cancer markers.
This study had several strengths, including:
- The case-control study was "nested" from three large, independent cohort studies. Nesting is a process were participants are taken from existing studies so that researchers can examine details of their histories that have been formally recorded at the time, rather than being simply recalled.
- Using blood samples taken before a cancer diagnosis allowed the researchers to be confident that the study results were not due to "reverse causality" (that is, the possibility that active cancer or treatment might cause DNA methylation).
There are some limitations to the study that should be considered:
- The selection of appropriate controls is important for case-control studies, as ideally subjects should be from the same study base. For the first study, cases consisted of women with a strong family history of breast cancer, while their friends with no family history were selected as controls. This is not an ideal method of identifying controls, as controls lacked the key risk factor of a family history of the disease.
- Across the three cohort studies, there were varying strengths in the association between white blood cell DNA methylation and breast cancer risk. The strongest association was seen in the cohort study that included women with a strong family history of the disease. Whether this association was due to genetic predisposition to the disease or weaknesses in the case-control design for this cohort is difficult to say at this point.
The researchers said that additional research is needed in order to investigate the effect of age on the association between methylation and risk of breast cancer. They also said that their results supported the further investigation of common variations in DNA methylation as risk factors for breast cancer as well as other cancers.
It's important to note that a simple blood test based on this research is not available yet, and is unlikely to be available for some time. There are various known genetic, medical and lifestyle risk factors for breast cancer, and the extent to which any modification of this white blood cell gene influences risk, or interacts with other breast cancer risk factors, has not been established.
Although media reports suggest that these findings could lead to a simple blood test to screen women, or to detect the earliest stages of cancer, it is far too early to be sure of this. Before any screening test is introduced, extensive research and consideration is needed to determine in which groups of people the benefits of screening (such as reduced incidence of breast cancer and improved survival) would outweigh the risks (such as false positive or false negative results, further diagnostic tests and treatments or associated anxiety).
Analysis by Bazian
Edited by NHS Website
Links to the headlines
Gene test that could predict breast cancer years before it strikes
Daily Mail, 1 May 2012
Blood test could detect breast cancer risk
The Guardian, 1 May 2012
Blood test 'could detect breast cancer years in advance'
The Daily Telegraph, 1 May 2012
Way to spot breast cancer years in advance
BBC News, 1 May 2012
Links to the science
Brennan K, Garcia-Closas M, Orr N et al.
Intragenic ATM Methylation in Peripheral Blood DNA as a Biomarker of Breast Cancer Risk
Cancer Research, May 1 2012 72; 2304


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Are you looking for things to do for free in Rome? Nestled on the River Tiber, Rome is one of most culturally rich cities in the world. Here the ancient world greets the modern world in one big architectural embrace, there is so much to see from the Trevi Fountain to the Colosseum where gladiators once fought for their lives as entertainment. Why not to download our mobile-app to help make your stay in Rome a comfortable one. Romes diversity means there is something for everyone even if you are on a budget. We have put together a list of 15 things to do for free in Rome and as you will see there is much Rome has to offer completely free of charge.
Things To Do For free in Rome:
1. Explore the Vatican Museum
While you normally require a ticket to visit the Vatican Museum, plan to visit on the last Sunday of the month when it's open free for public entry (09:00—12:30). Contained within, amongst myriad other attractions, is the Sistine Chapel, housing Michelangelo's famous nine panels that account the creation of the cosmos and man. The museum is one of the most renowned gems in the Roman coronet and an unmissable component of the Italian tourist canon. Do not miss out on the chance to explore the inside (and outside) of this magnificent building.
Location:Viale Vaticano, 00165.
Opening hours: Monday—Saturday, 09.00—18.00 (ticket office closed at 16:00). Sunday, 09:00—12:30 (free entry).
2. Check out some of Rome's neighbourhoods
Don't neglect the opportunity to get to know some of Rome's eminent neighbourhoods. Testaccio lies just east of the Tiber and is the home of a great artificial mount composed of the fragments of broken amphorae (a type of ancient Roman jar). These fragments were discarded by ancient trade ships docked on the Tiber. Monte Testaccio is now a hugely important archaeological site. For those who like to burn the candle at both ends, it's also renowned for its nightlife, with lots of clubs found on Via di Monte Testaccio.
Or you could check out the lovely cobbled streets and medieval houses of Trastevere on the west bank of the Tiber. There, you can also visit the marble plaque in memory of the Spaghetti Western film director, Sergio Leone, who grew up in Viale Glorioso.
3. Ensure your return to Rome at the Trevi Fountain
Considered by some as Rome's most beautiful fountain, the Trevi Fountain is a Roman tourist magnet any enthusiastic sojourner should visit. Completed in 1762 and issued by Pope Clement XII, the centre of the fountain boasts an impressive statue of Neptune – the Roman god of the sea whose Greek doppelganger is Poseidon. It is said that if you toss a coin over your shoulder into the water (representing Neptune's sea) you will return to Rome. Be sure to have some spare change…
4. Relax in the squares
There is a reason Rome is well known for its squares. Whether it's the lovely baroque fountains of Piazza Navona, the naiads of Piazza della Republica (conveniently located right next to the Termini train station), or the magnificent and regal marble floor of Piazza della Rotunda – overlooked by the Pantheon – the sheer aesthetic beauty of the squares is justification enough for planning a trip to visit them. Combined with the fact that enjoying the atmosphere in them is entirely free, they should definitely occupy a top spot on any traveller's must-see list of Roman attractions.
5. Visit Michelangelo's famous statue
The church 'San Pietro in Vincoli' ('The chains that held St. Peter') is where you will find one of the great Michelangelo's most famous sculptures, created by him in the early 16th century. This amazing interpretation of Moses sees him with a horned head, and a bewilderingly, elegantly sculpted flowing beard. There are many other notable attractions within, including two canvases of Saint Augustine and the tomb of Cinzio Passeri Aldobrandini (an Italian cardinal who lived during the 16th-17th centuries).
Location: Piazza San Pietro in Vincoli 4A (off Via degli Annibaldi)
Opening hours: Spring/summer: daily 07:00–12:30 and 15:30–19:00. (autumn / winter to 18:00)
6. Check out the Pantheon
The Pantheon is a 1,800 year-old living artefact of the cultural imprint of the great Roman Empire. Literally meaning "all gods", the Pantheon is an impressive stone tribute to the ancient Romacoogon deities. Eight gargantuan granite columns support the pediment of the building's façade, and, despite its age, it lays claim to the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome. Be sure to journey to this typically Roman tourist jewel.
Location: Piazza della Rotunda
Opening hours: Monday—Saturday, 08.30—18.30. Sunday, 09:00—13:30.
7. Walk through the Roman Forum
You have probably heard of all the ancient Roman political activities – elections, public speeches, gladiator brawls and criminal trials are some typical examples. The Roman Forum was the location where such activities took place. As such, it is bathed in historical sociocultural significance. Adorned with statues of some of ancient Rome's most influential individuals, visitation of this attraction is free of charge and a definite hotspot.
Location: Largo Romolo e Remo. Guided tours at 13:00.
8. Avail of a free walking tour
Make sure you spare some time to check out this great free walking tour when visiting Rome. The tour offers a guided experience of the Angels of Bernini, Queen Margherita's tomb, the big Trompe l'oeil and a further exoploration of Piazza di Spagna, Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. All you have to do is show up at the Piazza di Spagna at 17:30 any day of the week (in any weather condition) and enjoy the 2-hour stroll through the Roman streets. This is an excellent free service and one you should definitely make use of when in Rome.
9. Visit St. Peter's Basilica
A trip to St. Peter's Basilica is essential during a visit to the Italian capital. As the primary headquarters of earthly Christendom, tourists fly in vast flocks to the Basilica every year. Its inside is truly stunning and is the largest interior of any Christian church in the world. Almost every inch of the inner chamber's walls is decorated with elaborate and colourful tiling. Near its entrance you will see members of the Swiss Guard – elite members of the small Vatican army. Their trademark colourful uniform – boasting pretty stripes of gold, red and blue – were designed by Leonardo da Vinci and are testament to the artistic zeitgeist of the 15th-16th century European renaissance.
Location: Piazza San Pietro
Opening hours: Daily, 09:00—18:00.
10. Take advantage of Rome's public water fountains
Especially in the summertime, Rome can become extremely hot. While this is why many travel there, for some the intense heat can occasionally be overpowering. If this applies to you however, then don't let that get in the way of you experiencing a fantastic European city. Public drinking fountains are dotted all over Rome's streets. Not only do they serve a valuable functional role (it's very important to keep your body well hydrated in the heat, and even more important for children), but they also serve as interesting little cultural nuggets – some are centuries old.
11. Eat for free at 'aperitif' bars
Aperitif culture in Rome is becoming very popular. Aperitivo refers to an alcoholic drink taken before dinner to stimulate appetite, but in Italian culture it has taken on a different meaning. For the price of a drink (around €5), one not only gets a drink, but allowance to fill a plate of tasty eats free of charge. Typically you will find sandwiches, cold pastas and finger foods. This is a great way to experience some Roman cuisine without breaking the bank. Check out Société Lutèce at Piazza Monte Vecchio (near Piazza Navona) and Pepato at Via del Politeama for a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and share an inexpensive dinner with them.
12. Relax on the Spanish Steps
These 138 steps, constructed in the first quarter of the 18th century, lead all the way from Piazza di Spagna at their base to the Trinità dei Monti church at the top. They comprise the widest staircase in Europe and are certainly worthy of a visit. Also, don't pass up the chance to see the gorgeous fountain at Piazza di Spagna, as well as the impressive French church overlooking the steps and square.
13. Listen to great free music in selected pubs
If you're out having a drink and want the atmosphere only live music can generate, then Roman pubs are a good place to start. The Nags Head (near Piazza Venezia) houses a variety of live acts from week to week. Night time music performances typically run from Tuesday through Thursday (and sometimes Friday) and begin around 20:00 or 21:00. If you're really in the mood then DJs will fulfil any dancing requirements until 04:00 and admission is free of charge. If however jazz and blues is your thing, then why not check out Jazz Café (near Piazza Navona) on Friday or Saturday night when entry is free. This is a great place to stop and have a cocktail or even order dinner.
14. Take a photo of the Colosseum
Considering its prominence and status in modern culture, one should not pass up the chance to visit the Roman Colosseum. This amphitheatre was the largest ever built – equipped to accommodate 50,000 spectators – during the era of the Roman Empire, and is a symbol of the highly advanced engineering abilities of the ancient Romans. Its functions ranged from the holding of gladiatorial contests to performances of dramas to public executions. The building is truly impressive and will cry out for the attention of your camera!
Location: Piazza del Colosseo
15. Pay a visit to the Historical Museum of the Liberation of Rome
For those whose interests lie in political history, this fine museum (once the seat of the cultural office of the German Embassy in Rome, and the former headquarters of the Nazi Kommandantur from 1943) houses memorabilia connected with the underground struggle such as the three-point nails used by the partisans against German vehicles. Many of the major representatives of the Roman Resistance were imprisoned, interrogated, tortured and murdered here.
Location: Via Tasso, 145.
Opening hours: Monday—Sunday, 09.30—12.30. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday also 16:00—19:00
So, if you want to spend some time in Italy's glorious primate city, don't fool yourself into thinking your wallet must suffer. There are many things you can do in Rome – artworks to see, food to eat, museums to explore – that cost money, but there is also a colourful plethora of free activities in which eager tourists can also engage.
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Grand Opening Celebration of September 11, 2009
ELECTROMACH celebrated the grand opening of her new production facility on September 11th. An occasion witnessed by a large number of national and international guests.
In order to make this event informative and interesting we organized three seminars for our guests during this day:
- 'Introduction to IECEx' by Theo Pijpker (KEMA)
- 'Electrical installations in hazardous areas' by Wout Moelard (ELECTROMACH)
- 'Innovation and Innovative processes for harzardous location' by Peter Völker (R.STAHL)
HIGHLIGHTS EXLUX 6000/6008 Light
- EXLUX series 6000, fluorescent lighting
- EXLUX series 6008, emergency lighting
- Suitable for Zone 1 & 2, 21 & 22
- Increased service life electronic ballast
- Light calculation programme available
- End-of-life 1+2
- Reduced maintenance
- Anti-blending
- Excellent light distribution (Prism structure)
Reduced maintenance costs with EXLUX lighting fixtures
The low maintenance costs can be realised with:
The spacious and separate mounting of components on the print plate of the electronic ballast, reduces the heat dissipation. As a result the lifetime of the electronic ballast will increase considerably.
NEW: Intergrated diagnostic in Fieldbus Power Supply module
The new ISbus Advanced Fieldbus Power Supply of R.STAHL features individual integrated diagnostic for the "physical layer" parameters and is unique in its execution. Expensive additional diagnostic modules as backplanes and gateways are not necessary anymore. Effective monitoring of the Fieldbus H1 segment will be much easier and more economical attractive for the budget.
The Advanced Fieldbus Power Supply continuously reads the physical parameters (physical layer) of the fieldbus, such as voltage and current on the trunk, communication level, noise level, asymmetries and jitter.
If these parameters deteriorate by a value that can be freely adjusted on the device, the system will signal a warning via a yellow LED and simultaneously transfer the warning message to the control system via a potential-free relay contact. Situations which completely exceed or fall below the fieldbus specification are signalled via a red LED and the relay contact.
Exhibition ELEKTROTECHNIEK was a great succes!
The 2009 edition of the exhibition ELEKTROTECHNIEK was a great success for ELECTROMACH. The 150m² booth attracted many visitors. We would like to thank you for visiting our booth.
All documentation requests have been processed. Haven't you received the requested documentation? Please do not hesitate and contact us by sending an e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Now available: Explosionproof sightglass light fitting with 230V Halogen bulb or LED
Extremely interesting for machine builders and end users in the Pharmacy: the new explosionproof (Ex d/ Ex de) sightglass light fitting of Max Müller.
The Swiss manufacturer, Max Müller, a world player in the market of sight glasses and sightglass light fittings, has introduced a new series of sightglass light fittings. Instead of the 12V and 24V versions a new 230V series with Halogen bulb is now available. This new series, called HEL/FHEL, is economically priced, since a built-in transformer is no longer necessary. Besides the Halogen bulb, a LED version is also available.
New brochures
In the brochure 'Highlights 2009' all new STAHL products of 2009 are listed.
Are you searching for sounders, flashing lights or horns? We can supply you the complete package. All the E2S and Pfannenbeg products are in our scope of supply.


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