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1010	dbpedia	2	57	https://www.xxlmag.com/latto-bbl/	en	Latto Admits People Were Making Fun of Her Body Before She Got a BBL	https://townsquare.media…o-BBL.jpg?w=1200	https://townsquare.media…o-BBL.jpg?w=1200	[ "https://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2017/10/xxl-trimmed-spacing.png", "https://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2024/06/attachment-Latto-BBL.jpg?w=980&q=75", "https://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2024/08/attachment-Female-Rapopers-Low-Sales.jpg?w=980&q=75", "https://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2024...	[]	[]	[ "news" ]	null	[ "Natalee Gilbert" ]	2024-06-17T22:31:58+00:00	Latto reveals that she got a BBL because fans were criticizing her body.	en	https://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2015/09/favicon.ico	XXL Mag	https://www.xxlmag.com/latto-bbl/	Latto Speaks About Body Insecurity On Monday (June 17), a video of Latto opening up about her previous body insecurity made its rounds online. In the clip, which can be seen below, the Atlanta rapper reflected on how her body previously looked before revealing why she chose to go under the knife. "My body was so tea," Latto stated. "I gained a little weight 'cause I signed my deal when I was 21. When I had just turned 21, and I was just having money and living a whole new life, eating out. Y'all know I'm a foodie. So, now I have the funds to feed this foodie in me. So, I just, I gained a little weight." Latto then spoke about how the harsh opinions from fans and other critics online influenced her. "And everybody on the internet was calling me 'bad body' and stuff, so I feel like that played a role," she continued. "I started to be a little insecure about my body." After elaborating on the other insults made about her body, she concluded that back then, she was "young and impressionable." She later talked about receiving backlash for her BBL. "Every time I post a gym picture, people be like, 'Oh, she got a BBL,'" she added. "I’ve been so loud and clear about a BBL that I had four years ago. When I was 21, that y’all convinced me I needed, by the way.' B**hes be on their third, fourth round by now. I got one BBL four years ago. This is all me now, know that. I get my as up and go to the gym!” Latto feels people should focus on themselves. "Moral of the story: I just think everybody should just stop worrying about everybody," she expressed. "Natural girls are winning. Surgery girls… BBL girls are winning. Do what works for you and mind your own business. Make your own decisions based on what you want to do, not what other people are telling you to do." Read More: 7 Female Rappers Who Have Publicly Embraced Getting Plastic Surgery Latto Opens Up About Getting Surgery on Her Body In the past, Big Latto has been open about her surgeries. In April of 2023, the 25-year-old rapper unveiled on an episode of her Apple Music show 777 Radio that she had "a little work done." "I got a little work done on my body or whatever," Latto told her sister and co-host Brooklyn Nicole at the 13:50 mark of the interview below. "A little tea. A b***h look natural. It's one thing about it, if you gon' do it, do it right. I did it right. For a girl that have the little tweaky, tweaks, I be on your case about not touching nothing." Around that same time, the female rhymer hopped on X, formerly known as Twitter, and posted some photos while announcing that she was joining Lizzo on her Special 2our. After a fan typed that her "butt implants are so visible," Latto humorously responded to the shade. "Just a bbl mid clap," Latto wrote. The post can be seen below. Read More: Latto Admits She's Had Work Done on Her Body, Advises Women to Find Peace in Natural State See Latto open up about her decision to get a BBL below. Watch Latto Reveal People Were Criticizing Her Body Before She Got a BBL Watch Latto Reveal That She Got Surgery Done on Her Body See Latto Open Up About Getting a BBL
1010	dbpedia	1	1	https://germanhoops.com/2018/07/21/len-schoormann-has-the-ability-to-produce-that-special-excitement-factor-each-time-he-has-the-ball/	en	Len Schoormann Has The Ability To Produce That Special Excitement Factor Each Time He Has The Ball	https://germanhoops.com/…perfect-3010.jpg	https://germanhoops.com/…perfect-3010.jpg	[ "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/picture-perfect-3010.jpg?w=768", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/picture-perfect-2051.jpg", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/picture-perfect-2129.jpg", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/picture-perfect...	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Ok so it wasn´t anywhere near seeing men fight in the BBL, but still very interesting basketball and some amazing young talent showcasing…	en	https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/11ccb2882a4b5e94bd7395da8984cdd64287f539560a1c579fd2931b0ea2456e?s=32	German Hoops	https://germanhoops.com/2018/07/21/len-schoormann-has-the-ability-to-produce-that-special-excitement-factor-each-time-he-has-the-ball/	Late May 2017, the Fraport arena was awarded the NBBL(U-19) and JBBL(U-16) top 4 where the best young prospects in Germany went head to head in the quest for the two titles. Ok so it wasn´t anywhere near seeing men fight in the BBL, but still very interesting basketball and some amazing young talent showcasing their abilities. It is always dangerous to sneak away from your seat to grab a hog dog and coke during the game, because you may just miss some breathtaking play that is always possible even with the kids. At the 4,27 minute mark of the third quarter of the JBBL semi-final between Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners and the Young Tigers Tuebingen, a 193cm seemingly flash of lightening escaped from the right baseline drove by his man as if he was smelling that delicious Hot Dog aroma from the concession stand and had been unwantingly drooling but instead of getting that fatty piece of beef, he finished business throwing down a nasty reverse dunk and possibly catching his real first oohs and aahs in his young career. That burst of energy was none other than 14 year old Len Schoormann of Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners who had just given his team the comfortable 67-48 lead as he was leading his team to the JBBL final against Alba Berlin which they would lose, but a new bright basketball star was continuing to slowly make a name. Even NBADraftProspects were watching the game and tweeted “Meet 14 year old Len Schoormann. 6´4” combo guard with freakish tools. Next big prospect from @Skyliners1999? Instead of making last notes and contributions to the 2017 NBA Draft about sleepers like Kyle Kuzma and Donovan Mitchell, they were alert about new possible prospects for the future. Many other basketball heads and fans noticed Len Schoorman on this weekend and his development continues to progress in the Fraport Skyliners basketball stall. With the Fraport Skyliners having displayed so many amazing prospects over the last 6-7 years with guys like Johannes Voigtmann, Danilo Barthel, Konstantin Klein that have moved on to bigger and better things and still developing guys like Isaac Bonga and Niklas Kiel, the club definitely have a rare gem that will be interesting to watch develop in the next years. The kid has so many rare attributes, but one of the most alluring especially for fans is his ability to stir up that excitement factor each time he has the ball in his hand. Schoormann is a 15 year old 193cm combo guard that hails from Darmstadt. He has a dark taint and that is because his father is from Kenya while his mom is German. He started to play basketball at age 5 and began his career with BC Darmstadt and recently completed his second season in the Fraport Skyliners organization playing for the JBBL(U-16) team and NBBL(U-19) team and also found action in two Pro B games and also plays for the German U-16 national team. At first glance he looks everything else like a 15 year old kid, but like a young man that seems to have developed a bit quicker than other boys his age. In the NBBL, he already looks way beyond his years in game maturity so when seeing him play in his regular age group JBBL, he really could be classified as a man playing with kids as his sheer ability to play the game he loves is way advanced than everyone else. He is able to play NBBL as well where he is battling 18 and 19 year olds on a regular basis because he is so advanced already for his age and here he is also left a strong impression early in his development. Obviously he could only play JBBL and tear up the league like he has been doing the last 2 seasons and go home a JBBL hero, but it is no secret that one of the best ways to measure one´s talent is when you play against the best competition possible and being able to do that in the NBBL is to his advantage and will only strengthen his development. There have been many real talented German players coming up over the years and in Frankfurt one always has to be careful, because even if many have succeeded there also have been guys like a Filmore Beck that like Schoorman was already a big shooting star at age 15, but his talent didn´t pan out to a huge BBL career as many had thought as he has been at best a very good Pro B player the last years. With Schoorman it´s the same story. The basketball insiders and Fraport Skyliners youth coaching staff know that they have something special, but you never know how a player will develop and how far outside interests might interfere with his basketball focus. One thing is for sure, Len Schoormann is together with Vechta 203cm guard Luc Van Slooten Germany´s two biggest prospects from the year 2002. In the JBBL, the German already turned heads last season as a 14 year old averaging 16,2ppg,3,8rpg and 2,5apg and leading his team to the JBBL final and this season tore up the league averaging 26,8ppg, 10,8rpg, 4,0apg and 4,5spg in the regular season getting rewarded with the 2018 MVP crown. He scored in double figures in every JBBL game and really made it look easy and has had some huge games scoring 42 points and grabbing 17 rebounds against the Regnitzel Baskets and 38 points and 19 rebounds against MTV Kronberg. This season he was a two man wrecking team with fellow 15 year old German Calvin Schaum as combined they scored53ppg. Both also were promoted to the NBBL to show their strengths as well as helping produce and whereas Schaum produced nicely, it was Schoormann that really blossomed not into a sold NBBL player, but into an impact player that has surprisingly needed little adjustment time. It hasn´t been like he has been brought along very slowly getting some garbage minutes, but was right away thrown into cold water in Giessen where he played 19,49 minutes scoring 14 points in a tough 71-67 loss, but didn´t stand out as other big German prospect Tim Uhlemann exploded with 25 points and 18 boards and teammate Janis Hahn had 22 points in the victory. For Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners he was only the third best scorer. An experience like that couldn´t have been more perfect for him as despite having a solid debut in his first NBBL game, he didn´t get the spotlight, but was able to think about the hard loss on the 30minute drive back to Frankfurt and possibly relive plays in his mind on the floor from that loss that guys like Uhlemann and Hahn had and learn from them. He may be 15 years old and play already like an 18 year old in the NBBL, but at the end of the day he was still a NBBL rookie. He did get 9 shots in his first NBBL game and after that it would become less shots, but what really stood out was his good and efficient shooting percentage which is rare for a 15 year old kid. There is a lot of one on one play and just reckless shooting at this level, but Schoorman has that special calmness already in his game that has allowed him to be so consistent. He only had two poor shooting games against Leverkusen and the Metropol Baskets Ruhr. He really has picked up his game in the last two regular season games against the RheinStars and Team Bonn/Rhondorf where combined he scored 43 points giving him an average of 21,5ppg, 4,5rpg, 4,0apg and 4,0spg in that span. He quietly became the third best scorer on the team and averaged 10,1ppg, 2,4rpg and shot 51% from the field and 33% from outside. It is amazing how much of a shift his production has gotten in the last two regular season games as in his first seven games he only had 12 rebounds and three assists. In the last two regular season games he grew into the go to guy and become that possible x-factor dimension the team needed so desperately going into the Alba Berlin playoff sereis. After his breakout game against the RheinStars, The German reflected on the NBBL league. “There is a difference to the JBBL as here the guys are bigger, understand the game better, have more experience and the skill level is higher. It was important for me that I started off well hitting my first shots which brought me self confidence”, stressed Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners guard Len Schoormann. Winning is always the most important thing while stats are more soothing for the ego, but also important for a player to get somewhere in his career, but ultimately the most important thing is how a player plays on the court. Len Schoormann isn´t just a very talented player, but a player that can do it all on the court and already at age 15 has the ability to produce that excitement factor each time he has the ball in his hand. His real NBBL breakout game came against the RheinStars where he produced 26 points, six rebounds, three assists and four steals while shooting 11/19. Those were big time numbers and his ability to fill the stat sheet was evident while his desire to have the ball in his hand and be able to execute also was clear. A big strength of Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners is their pesky press defense which they unleashed on the Cologne squad whenever they could and there was a span in the second quarter where they went on a 8-0 in 40 seconds as their defense exploded sparking their offense as Alvin Oniya and Schoorman made nonstop steals and finished with ease. Schoormann finished with two hard dunks as dunking for the 15 in the NBBL is slowly becoming as common for him as it is for Mike Morrison to the same in the EasyCredit BBL. The game was tight at the end and with 2,6 seconds to go and the score deadlocked at 64-64, Alvin Oniya flicked up the inbounds lob alley-op pass that Schoorman taped in for the win. After the win RheinStars German Thomas Fankhauser was impressed by Schoormann. ““He is one of the best from the year 2002. He is a strong player and very far for his age and plays older than his age”, added Thomas Fankhauser. This was the first time that one had witnessed Schoorman´s world as his overall versatility on the court was present. In the last regular season game Eintracht Frankfurt/Fraport Skyliners had little problems with Team Bonn/Rhondorf creaming them 82-54. Schoorman wasn´t as productive as against the RheinStars, but still managed 17 points, grabbed 3 boards, five assists and four steals. He also took six less shots than against the Rheinstars, but again shot very well going 7/13 from the field while against the RheinStars he was even hotter shooting 11/19. But what continued to really standout is his overall versatile game. He fills the stat sheet and showed in the second straight game that he is all over the place on both ends of the court. Even if Fraport Skyliner guard Jules Akodo had his problems comparinf Schoormann to an NBA player, the 15 year German shyfully explained who his game most resembles. “I see a lot of DeÁaron Fox of the Sacramento Kings in me. He reads the game well and can play many positions”, stated Len Schoormann. His biggest strength in his explosiveness and athleticism which has allowed him to have the ability to produce that excitement factor each time he has the ball in his hand. In the last two regular season games against the RheinStars and Team Bonn/Rhondorf one really was on the edge of their seat as each time he had the ball in his hand as one can expect not only a play, but more often than not a spectacular play. It doesn´t matter if it´s that wonderful no look pass, big offensive rebound or thunderous dunk, that surprise Schoormann factor is always present. Before stressing the dunks which brings energy and enjoyment into the gym, there is his overall game that has allowed him to excel at the youth levels. He has a nice shooting form and touch for a 15 year old that will continue to develop. He has a smoothness to his shot that is rarely seen at his age. He is a very good rebounder for his size and his athleticism and fine anticipation helps him to get those extra rebounds and he has very good passing skills as well. He already has a zip on his passes which are hard to get in front of as a defender and has already mastered the ball reversal as he often will find a teammate on the opposite wing open who is ready to fire away. Even if his offense shines, he should be able to be a very good defender as he continues to develop. His athleticism helps his defense as getting steals and blocking shots has been visible at the NBBL level. A big strength already at his age is the ability to defend many positions which will continue to be a huge advantage as he still continues to grow. Fraport Skyliner Jules Akodo sees Schoormann at times in practice and sees a lot of his game in the German youngster. Being able to get up and dunk is sort of an added desert in his game. He has dunked a lot this season and in the last game had another alley-op tap in as he was fed by Alvin Oniya again, but also had another amazing dunk in the fourth quarter of the blow out win against Team Bonn Rhondorf. He got the ball and that quick first step led to a pretty cross over past German Silias Engel and then he flew to the hole like an eagle and finished with one hand as the only thing missing was the dust he would have left behind had he been outside. Schoorman won´t have a post season this year as he was outsed in the JBBL playoffs by Ludwigsburg and lost against Alba Berlin. He continued to be the go to guy helping the team get by the AB Baskets and against Alba Berlin produced 17 points and 25 points in the two games where Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners had no chance losing by more than 30 points. In game 2 he scored 25 points and showed his uncanny explosiveness scoring 10 points in a row in the fourth quarter where the game was more than decided including a few spectacular dunks. He definitely has older more experienced guys like Hendrik Drescher watching his game closely. “Schoormann is one of the biggest German talents for his age. He scored at a moment where the game was over. He is very big for a guard, but so athletic. His quickness gives opponents a lot of trouble. I have a lot of respect for him”, warned Hendrik Drescher. The German is excited about the summer where he will play in the U-16 European championships and reflected on his NBBL season. “I always got more and more into the team. I started getting more shots and my confidence grew. I feel I took a big step in my 1-1 defense at the NBBL level”, smiled Len Schoorman. Even if Schoormann is still a relatively lesser known prospect, the excitement that he brings to the NBBL level now is similar to what Isaac Bonga showed at that level last season. The sky is the limit for the 15 year old who turns 16 in July. He doesn´t only play older than his age, but also is a well spoken young man who has that shyness within him, but doesn´t display that on the court. He already has a very special maturity in his game as well as in his character as he is a polite young man that has a good head on his shoulders. It will be interesting to observe not only how his development will continue with the Fraport Skyliners, but exactly where his basketball journey will take him down the road. Most important now is school and basketball, but also having fun playing while trying to improve. Very important is not to hype him too much, but just to let him develop in a healthy way, but it´s ok to give the young German an introduction. Even if Quantez Robertson had no idea who he was, Fraport Skyliner German Konstantin Schubert knows very well who he was, but is also aware there have been quite a few young German´s that didn´t pan out like many thought, so one should be a bit hesitant on how one talks about him without taking away anything from his talent. “I see him play in the JBBL, because he is teammates with my brother. He is a massive athlete that knows how to use his body well. He is a great slasher that has amazing power. He needs time and will get it with the Frankfurt organization”, warned Konstantin Schubert. Len Schoormann is a basketball name that basketball fans will hear more in the future and appreciate as his ability to produce that excitement factor each time he has the ball in his hand will get more and more noticed especially with every additional spectacular highlight type slam dunk.
1010	dbpedia	0	19	https://worldwidescience.org/topicpages/p/peiris%2Bjustin%2Barcher.html	en	peiris justin archer: Topics by WorldWideScience.org			[ "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/WWSlogo_wTag650px-min.png", "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/OSTIlogo.svg", "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/ICSTIlogo.svg" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en			null	The ARCHER Project International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Knol, S.; Roelofs, F.; FÃ¼tterer, M.A.; Kohtz, N.; Laurie, M.; Buckthorpe, D.; Scheuermann, W. 2014-01-01 The European HTR R&D project ARCHER (Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R&D) builds on a solid HTR technology foundation in Europe, established through former national UK and German HTR programs and in European programs. ARCHER runs from 2011 to 2015 and targets selected HTR R&D subjects that would specifically support demonstration, with a focus on experimental effort. In line with the R&D and deployment strategy of the European Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) ARCHER contributes to maintaining, strengthening and expanding the HTR knowledge base in Europe to lay the foundations for demonstration of nuclear cogeneration with HTR systems. The project consortium encompasses conventional and nuclear industry, utilities, Technical Support Organizations, R&D organizations and academia. ARCHER shares results with international partners in the Generation IV International Forum and collaborates directly with related projects in the US, China, Japan, the Republic of Korea and South Africa. The ARCHER project is in its final year, and the paper comprises an overview of the achievements thus far for the different Sub Projects. (author) Kroonika esitleb : Justin Timberlake ja Rod Stewart / Justin Timberlake ; interv. Katrin Lust-Buchanan Index Scriptorium Estoniae Timberlake, Justin 2006-01-01 Meesteajakirja GQ auhindade jagamise tseremoonial Londonis sai ajakirja Kroonika reporter jutule aasta rahvusvahelisima mehe tiitli pÃ¤lvinud Justin Timberlake'i ja elutÃ¶Ã¶preemia saanud Rod Stewartiga Neural correlates related to action observation in expert archers. Science.gov (United States) Kim, Yang-Tae; Seo, Jee-Hye; Song, Hui-Jin; Yoo, Done-Sik; Lee, Hui Joong; Lee, Jongmin; Lee, Gunyoung; Kwon, Eunjin; Kim, Jin Goo; Chang, Yongmin 2011-10-01 A growing body of evidence suggests that activity of the mirror neuron system is dependent on the observer's motor experience of a given action. It remains unclear, however, whether activity of the mirror neuron system is also associated with the observer's motor experience in sports game. Therefore, the aim of the present study is to investigate differences in activation of the mirror neuron system during action observation between experts and non-archer control subjects. We used video of Western-style archery in which participants were asked to watch the archery movements. Hyperactivation of the premotor and inferior parietal cortex in expert archers relative to non-archer control subjects suggests that the human mirror neuron system could contain and expand representations of the motor repertoire. The fact that dorsomedial prefrontal cortex was more active in expert archers than in non-archer control subjects indicates a spontaneous engagement of theory of mind in experts when watching video of Western-style archery. Compared with the non-archer control subjects, expert archers showed greater activation in the neural system in regions associated with episodic recall from familiar and meaningful information, including the cingulate cortex, retrosplenial cortex, and parahippocampal gyrus. The results demonstrate that expertise effects stimulate brain activity not only in the mirror neuron system but also in the neural networks related to theory of mind and episodic memory. Copyright Â© 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. Ultimate concerns in late modernity: Archer, Bourdieu and reflexivity. Science.gov (United States) Farrugia, David; Woodman, Dan 2015-12-01 Through a critique of Margaret Archer's theory of reflexivity, this paper explores the theoretical contribution of a Bourdieusian sociology of the subject for understanding social change. Archer's theory of reflexivity holds that conscious 'internal conversations' are the motor of society, central both to human subjectivity and to the 'reflexive imperative' of late modernity. This is established through critiques of Bourdieu, who is held to erase creativity and meaningful personal investments from subjectivity, and late modernity is depicted as a time when a 'situational logic of opportunity' renders embodied dispositions and the reproduction of symbolic advantages obsolete. Maintaining Archer's focus on 'ultimate concerns' in a context of social change, this paper argues that her theory of reflexivity is established through a narrow misreading and rejection of Bourdieu's work, which ultimately creates problems for her own approach. Archer's rejection of any pre-reflexive dimensions to subjectivity and social action leaves her unable to sociologically explain the genesis of 'ultimate concerns', and creates an empirically dubious narrative of the consequences of social change. Through a focus on Archer's concept of 'fractured reflexivity', the paper explores the theoretical necessity of habitus and illusio for understanding the social changes that Archer is grappling with. In late modernity, reflexivity is valorized just as the conditions for its successful operation are increasingly foreclosed, creating 'fractured reflexivity' emblematic of the complex contemporary interaction between habitus, illusio, and accelerating social change. Â© London School of Economics and Political Science 2015. Anaphoric Reference in Justin Bieber's Album âBelieve Acousticâ OpenAIRE Situmorang, Hisarmauli Desi Natalina; Natsir, Muhammad 2014-01-01 This research focused on anaphoric reference used in Justin Bieber's Album âBelieve Acousticâ. The research conducted by using descriptive qualitative method. The data was collected from the Justin Bieber's album âBelieve Acousticâ. The finding of the thesis show that there are 64 lines (sentence, phrase) that consist of 3 anaphoric reference which are anaphora (10), cataphora (6), and zero anaphora (48). The most dominant types is zero anaphora, which means the writer want to create an impli... Site and Type Assessments of Sports Injuries in Archers Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Gizem Kocaman 2018-03-01 Conclusion: Most archers are injured in the shoulder, neck and back areas. These injuries are mostly seen as muscle pain. The vast majority of injuries occur in training. In archers, shoulder, neck, and back areas should be more strengthened to reduce injuries. Extra warm-up programmes special to muscles in these sections should be especially applied in trainings and competitions. Shooting techniques are to be correctly applied. Hydrodynamics of vertical jumping in Archer fish Science.gov (United States) Techet, Alexandra H.; Mendelson, Leah 2017-11-01 Vertical jumping for aerial prey from an aquatic environment requires both propulsive power and precise aim to succeed. Rapid acceleration to a ballistic velocity sufficient for reaching the prey height occurs before the fish leaves the water completely and experiences a thousandfold drop in force-producing ability. In addition to speed, accuracy and stability are crucial for successful feeding by jumping. This talk examines the physics of jumping using the archer fish as a model. Better known for their spitting abilities, archer fish will jump multiple body lengths out of the water for prey capture, from a stationary position just below the free surface. Modulation of oscillatory body kinematics and use of multiple fins for force production are identified as methods through which the fish can meet requirements for both acceleration and stabilization in limited space. Quantitative 3D PIV wake measurements reveal how variations in tail kinematics relate to thrust production throughout the course of a jumping maneuver and over a range of jump heights. By performing measurements in 3D, the timing, interactions, and relative contributions to thrust and lateral forces from each fin can be evaluated, elucidating the complex hydrodynamics that enable archer fish water exit. Especial Skills in Experienced Archers. Science.gov (United States) Nabavinik, Mahdi; Abaszadeh, Ali; Mehranmanesh, Mehrab; Rosenbaum, David A 2017-09-05 Especial skills are skills that are distinctive by virtue of massive practice within the narrow contexts in which they are expressed. In the first demonstration of especial skills, Keetch, Schmidt, Lee, and Young (2005) showed that experienced basketball players are better at shooting baskets from the foul line, where they had massive amounts of practice, than would expected from their success at other locations closer to or farther from the basket. Similar results were obtained for baseball throwing. The authors asked whether especial skills hold in archery, a sport requiring less movement. If the emergence of especial skills depends on large-scale movement, one would expect archery to escape so-called especialism. But if the emergence of especial skills reflects a more general tendency for highly specific learning, experienced archers should show especial skills. The authors obtained evidence consistent with the latter prediction. The expert archers did much better at their most highly practiced distance than would be expected by looking at the overall function relating shooting score to distance. We offer a mathematical model to account for this result. The findings attest to the generality of the especial skills phenomenon. Justine user`s manual Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Lee, S.R. 1995-10-01 Justine is the graphical user interface to the Los Alamos Radiation Modeling Interactive Environment (LARAMIE). It provides LARAMIE customers with a powerful, robust, easy-to-use, WYSIWYG interface that facilitates geometry construction and problem specification. It is assumed that the reader is familiar with LARAMIE, and the transport codes available, i.e., MCNPTM and DANTSYSTM. No attempt is made in this manual to describe these codes in detail. Information about LARAMIE, DANTSYS, and MCNP are available elsewhere. It i also assumed that the reader is familiar with the Unix operating system and with Motif widgets and their look and feel. However, a brief description of Motif and how one interacts with it can be found in Appendix A. Supervised pattern recognition of archers' relative psychological ... African Journals Online (AJOL) The current study explores the most significant psychological skills needed for the accomplishment of high archery scores and determines the discriminating psychological coping skills needed for archery performance. 32 archers completed psychological coping skills inventory before their shooting tests. MultivariateÂ ... The Greek Archer Evolution in the Greek Military Context Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) JosÃ© Javier VilariÃ±o RodrÃguez 2010-03-01 Full Text Available The trajectory of the bow in the History of Greece is associated with the transformation that was originated inside of the military environment. The poor prominence that for many centuries was granted to the archers in the warlike context, was going to give an unexpected draft with the explosion of the Persian Wars. Later, the playwright Euripides was going to turn Herakles, one of the most famous archer of the hellenic world, into the spokesman of the change that was going to bring with it the acceptance and the definitive incorporation of these soldiers as contingent of considerable value inside the greek armies. The ARCHER project (Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R&D) Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Knol, S., E-mail: knol@nrg.eu [Nuclear Research and consultancy Group (NRG), PO Box 25, NL-1755 ZG Petten (Netherlands); FÃ¼tterer, M.A. [Joint Research Centre, Institute for Energy, Petten (Netherlands); Roelofs, F. [Nuclear Research and consultancy Group (NRG), PO Box 25, NL-1755 ZG Petten (Netherlands); Kohtz, N. [TÃV Rheinland, KÃ¶ln (Germany); Laurie, M. [Joint Research Centre, Institute for Transuranium elements, Karlsruhe (Germany); Buckthorpe, D. [UMAN, University of Manchester, Manchester (United Kingdom); Scheuermann, W. [IKE, Stuttgart University, Stuttgart (Germany) 2016-09-15 The European HTR R&D project ARCHER (Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R&D) builds on a solid HTR technology foundation in Europe, established through former national UK and German HTR programs and in European framework programs. ARCHER runs from 2011 to 2015 and targets selected HTR R&D subjects that would specifically support demonstration, with a focus on experimental effort. In line with the R&D and deployment strategy of the European Sustainable Nuclear Energy Technology Platform (SNETP) ARCHER contributes to maintaining, strengthening and expanding the HTR knowledge base in Europe to lay the foundations for demonstration of nuclear cogeneration with HTR systems. The project consortium encompasses conventional and nuclear industry, utilities, Technical Support Organizations, R&D organizations and academia. ARCHER shares results with international partners in the Generation IV International Forum and collaborates directly with related projects in the US, China, Japan, the Republic of Korea and South Africa. The ARCHER project has finished, and the paper comprises an overview of the achievements of the project. Hot Water Bathing Impairs Training Adaptation in Elite Teen Archers. Science.gov (United States) Hung, Ta-Cheng; Liao, Yi-Hung; Tsai, Yung-Shen; Ferguson-Stegall, Lisa; Kuo, Chia-Hua; Chen, Chung-Yu 2018-04-30 Despite heat imposes considerable physiological stress to human body, hot water immersion remains as a popular relaxation modality for athletes. Here we examined the lingering effect of hot tub relaxation after training on performance-associated measures and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S) in junior archers. Ten national level archers, aged 16.6 Â± 0.3 years (M = 8, F = 2), participated in a randomized counter-balanced crossover study after baseline measurements. In particular, half participants were assigned to the hot water immersion (HOT) group, whereas another halves were assigned to the untreated control (CON) group. Crossover trial was conducted following a 2-week washout period. During the HOT trial, participants immersed in hot water for 30 min at 40Â°C, 1 h after training, twice a week (every 3 days) for 2 weeks. Participants during CON trial sat at the same environment without hot water after training. Performance-associated measures and salivary DHEA-S were determined 3 days after the last HOT session. We found that the HOT intervention significantly decreased shooting performance (CON: -4%; HOT: -22%, P HOT: -16%, P HOT: -60%, P < 0.05) of archers, compared with untreated CON trial. No group differences were found in motor unit recruitment (root mean square electromyography, RMS EMG) of arm muscles during aiming, autonomic nervous activity (sympathetic and vagal powers of heart rate variability, HRV), and plasma cortisol levels after treatments. Our data suggest that physiological adaptation against heat exposure takes away the sources needed for normal training adaptation specific to shooting performance in archers. The identification of high potential archers based on relative psychological coping skills variables: A Support Vector Machine approach Science.gov (United States) Taha, Zahari; Muazu Musa, Rabiu; Majeed, A. P. P. Abdul; Razali Abdullah, Mohamad; Aizzat Zakaria, Muhammad; Muaz Alim, Muhammad; Arif Mat Jizat, Jessnor; Fauzi Ibrahim, Mohamad 2018-03-01 Support Vector Machine (SVM) has been revealed to be a powerful learning algorithm for classification and prediction. However, the use of SVM for prediction and classification in sport is at its inception. The present study classified and predicted high and low potential archers from a collection of psychological coping skills variables trained on different SVMs. 50 youth archers with the average age and standard deviation of (17.0 Â±.056) gathered from various archery programmes completed a one end shooting score test. Psychological coping skills inventory which evaluates the archers level of related coping skills were filled out by the archers prior to their shooting tests. k-means cluster analysis was applied to cluster the archers based on their scores on variables assessed. SVM models, i.e. linear and fine radial basis function (RBF) kernel functions, were trained on the psychological variables. The k-means clustered the archers into high psychologically prepared archers (HPPA) and low psychologically prepared archers (LPPA), respectively. It was demonstrated that the linear SVM exhibited good accuracy and precision throughout the exercise with an accuracy of 92% and considerably fewer error rate for the prediction of the HPPA and the LPPA as compared to the fine RBF SVM. The findings of this investigation can be valuable to coaches and sports managers to recognise high potential athletes from the selected psychological coping skills variables examined which would consequently save time and energy during talent identification and development programme. The application of k-Nearest Neighbour in the identification of high potential archers based on relative psychological coping skills variables Science.gov (United States) Taha, Zahari; Muazu Musa, Rabiu; Majeed, Anwar P. P. Abdul; Razali Abdullah, Mohamad; Muaz Alim, Muhammad; Nasir, Ahmad Fakhri Ab 2018-04-01 The present study aims at classifying and predicting high and low potential archers from a collection of psychological coping skills variables trained on different k-Nearest Neighbour (k-NN) kernels. 50 youth archers with the average age and standard deviation of (17.0 Â±.056) gathered from various archery programmes completed a one end shooting score test. Psychological coping skills inventory which evaluates the archers level of related coping skills were filled out by the archers prior to their shooting tests. k-means cluster analysis was applied to cluster the archers based on their scores on variables assessed k-NN models, i.e. fine, medium, coarse, cosine, cubic and weighted kernel functions, were trained on the psychological variables. The k-means clustered the archers into high psychologically prepared archers (HPPA) and low psychologically prepared archers (LPPA), respectively. It was demonstrated that the cosine k-NN model exhibited good accuracy and precision throughout the exercise with an accuracy of 94% and considerably fewer error rate for the prediction of the HPPA and the LPPA as compared to the rest of the models. The findings of this investigation can be valuable to coaches and sports managers to recognise high potential athletes from the selected psychological coping skills variables examined which would consequently save time and energy during talent identification and development programme. Sugar Free with Justin T.: Diabetes Education through Community Partnerships Science.gov (United States) Thomas, Justin B.; Donaldson, Joseph L. 2014-01-01 This article describes the design, development, and delivery of an Extension community cable television program, "Sugar Free with Justin T.," in Roane County, Tennessee. The program targets diabetics, pre-diabetics, and those who care for them, with practical information and demonstrations to improve dietary quality. In addition toâ¦ Comparison of upper limb muscles behaviour for skilled and recreational archers using compound bow Science.gov (United States) Ariffin, Muhammad Shahimi; Rambely, Azmin Sham 2017-04-01 The purpose of this study was to investigate muscles activity during archery by carrying out an electromyography (EMG) experiment towards 12 muscles and six joints involving two types of subject (skilled and recreational). EMG is used to detect muscle signals during any particular activity. There were two types of data recorded which were maximum voluntary contraction (MVC) and archery activity. The skilled archer was found to produce 280 N of biceps brachii, 213.9 N of the deltoid, 123.4 N of trapezius forces compare to that of the recreational archer with 371.1 N, 164.9 N and 163.8 N, respectively for the draw arm during drawing phase. It is concluded that the recreational archer tends to a muscle fatigue phenomenon thus may contribute to possible serious injuries. ARCHER, a new Monte Carlo software tool for emerging heterogeneous computing environments International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Xu, X. George; Liu, Tianyu; Su, Lin; Du, Xining; Riblett, Matthew; Ji, Wei; Gu, Deyang; Carothers, Christopher D.; Shephard, Mark S.; Brown, Forrest B.; Kalra, Mannudeep K.; Liu, Bob 2015-01-01 Highlights: â¢ A fast Monte Carlo based radiation transport code ARCHER was developed. â¢ ARCHER supports different hardware including CPU, GPU and Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor. â¢ Code is benchmarked again MCNP for medical applications. â¢ A typical CT scan dose simulation only takes 6.8 s on an NVIDIA M2090 GPU. â¢ GPU and coprocessor-based codes are 5â8 times faster than the CPU-based codes. - Abstract: The Monte Carlo radiation transport community faces a number of challenges associated with peta- and exa-scale computing systems that rely increasingly on heterogeneous architectures involving hardware accelerators such as GPUs and Xeon Phi coprocessors. Existing Monte Carlo codes and methods must be strategically upgraded to meet emerging hardware and software needs. In this paper, we describe the development of a software, called ARCHER (Accelerated Radiation-transport Computations in Heterogeneous EnviRonments), which is designed as a versatile testbed for future Monte Carlo codes. Preliminary results from five projects in nuclear engineering and medical physics are presented Justin Bieber - en toneangivende formidler til tweens OpenAIRE Lundeby, Maria Celine Kolberg 2014-01-01 Ãnsket mitt med oppgaven har vÃ¦rt Ã¥ skape en bevissthet om at populÃ¦rkulturen er en formidler av noe, og at dette noe bÃ¦rer i seg potensialet til Ã¥ ha direkte betydning for vanlige menneskers liv. Gjennom dette utblikket har mÃ¥let vÃ¦rt Ã¥ synliggjÃ¸re noen eksempler pÃ¥ hvordan det som formidles kan bli gode innfallsvinkler til samtaler om og forkynnelse av kristen tro til tweens. Selv om denne oppgaven har tatt utgangspunkt i et veldig konkret eksempel, Justin Bieber, er de grunnleg... Visualization of geometry and tally data using MCNP and Justine International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Cox, L.J.; Favorite, J.A. 1999-01-01 The Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP) transport code is a general-purpose code that can be used for neutron, photon, electron, or coupled neutron/photon/electron transport, including the capability to calculate eigenvalues for neutron-multiplying systems. The code treats an arbitrary three-dimensional configuration of materials in geometric cells bounded by first- and second-degree surfaces and fourth-degree elliptical tori. Justine is the graphical user interface and problem setup tool for the Los Alamos Radiation Modeling Interactive Environment (LARAMIE). Its purpose is to serve as a convenient and very general interface for setting up physics calculations and linking together the disparate radiation transport codes under a single front-end. Currently, the LARAMIE system includes MCNP and the deterministic transport code suit DANTSYS (ONEDANT, TWODANT, and THREEDANT, for one-, two-, and three-dimensional geometries, respectively). Justine is currently available through the Radiation Safety Information Computational Center to members of the criticality safety community for evaluation and use. The authors will demonstrate the capabilities of both codes for visualization of geometries and results from a variety of criticality problems The Archer’s Tale: An Examination of English Archers during the Hundred Years War and Their Impact on Warfare and Society Science.gov (United States) 2015-06-12 COVERED (From - To) AUG 2014 â JUNE 2015 4. TITLE AND SUBTITLE The Archerâs Tale : An Examination of English Archers during the Hundred Years War...MILITARY ART AND SCIENCE THESIS APPROVAL PAGE Name of Candidate: Major Stephen Scott Taliaferro Thesis Title: The Archerâs Tale : An Examination of The employment of Support Vector Machine to classify high and low performance archers based on bio-physiological variables Science.gov (United States) Taha, Zahari; Muazu Musa, Rabiu; Majeed, Anwar P. P. Abdul; Razali Abdullah, Mohamad; Amirul Abdullah, Muhammad; Hasnun Arif Hassan, Mohd; Khalil, Zubair 2018-04-01 The present study employs a machine learning algorithm namely support vector machine (SVM) to classify high and low potential archers from a collection of bio-physiological variables trained on different SVMs. 50 youth archers with the average age and standard deviation of (17.0 Â±.056) gathered from various archery programmes completed a one end shooting score test. The bio-physiological variables namely resting heart rate, resting respiratory rate, resting diastolic blood pressure, resting systolic blood pressure, as well as calories intake, were measured prior to their shooting tests. k-means cluster analysis was applied to cluster the archers based on their scores on variables assessed. SVM models i.e. linear, quadratic and cubic kernel functions, were trained on the aforementioned variables. The k-means clustered the archers into high (HPA) and low potential archers (LPA), respectively. It was demonstrated that the linear SVM exhibited good accuracy with a classification accuracy of 94% in comparison the other tested models. The findings of this investigation can be valuable to coaches and sports managers to recognise high potential athletes from the selected bio-physiological variables examined. Material and component progress within ARCHER for advanced high temperature reactor International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Buckthorpe, D.E.; Davies, M.; Pra, F.; Bonnamy, P.; Fokkens, J.; Heijna, M.; Bout, N. de; Vreeling, A.; Bourlier, F.; Lhachemi, D.; Woayehune, A.; Dubiez-le-Goff, S.; Hahner, P.; Futterer, M.; Berka, J.; Kalivodora, J.; Pouchon, M.A.; Schmitt, R.; Homerin, P.; Marsden, B.; Mummery, P.; Mutch, G.; Ponca, D.; Buhl, P.; Hoffmann, M.; Rondet, F.; Pecherty, A.; Baurand, F.; Alenda, F.; Esch, M.; Kohlz, N.; Reed, J.; Fachinger, J.; Klower, Dr. 2014-01-01 The ARCHER (Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R and D) integrated project started in 2011 as part of the European Commission 7. Framework Programme (FP7) for a period of four years to perform High Temperature Reactor technology R and D in support of reactor demonstration. The project consortium encompasses conventional and Nuclear Industry, Utilities, Technical Support Organizations, Research and Development Organizations and Academia. The activities involved contribute to the Generation IV (GIF) International Forum and collaborate with related projects in the US, China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea in cooperation with IAEA and ISTC. This paper addresses the progress of the work on materials and component technologies within ARCHER over the first two years of the project. (authors) Justin Bieber, do doc ao Instagram: a estetizaÃ§Ã£o da vida Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Denise Tavares 2013-12-01 Full Text Available Alguns documentÃ¡rios biogrÃ¡ficos de celebridades reafirmam um modelo de produÃ§Ã£o audiovisual que encerra a histÃ³ria de vida no show e na fama, articulando o tensionamento entre biografia, tecnologia, experiÃªncia estÃ©tica e afeto. Tais imbricamentos sÃ£o ainda mais visÃveis quando considerada a fruiÃ§Ã£o desta celebridade, âconsumidaâ em outras possibilidades biogrÃ¡ficas que remixa webvideos postados no Youtube e/ou fotos no Instagram. Para discutir estas questÃµes, o artigo destaca Justin Bieber, tendo como ponto de partida o documentÃ¡rio Justin Bieber â Never Say Never (2011, de Jon M. Chu e o Instagram, em um recorte que privilegia a experiÃªncia dos desejos dos fÃ£s. The identification of high potential archers based on fitness and motor ability variables: A Support Vector Machine approach. Science.gov (United States) Taha, Zahari; Musa, Rabiu Muazu; P P Abdul Majeed, Anwar; Alim, Muhammad Muaz; Abdullah, Mohamad Razali 2018-02-01 Support Vector Machine (SVM) has been shown to be an effective learning algorithm for classification and prediction. However, the application of SVM for prediction and classification in specific sport has rarely been used to quantify/discriminate low and high-performance athletes. The present study classified and predicted high and low-potential archers from a set of fitness and motor ability variables trained on different SVMs kernel algorithms. 50 youth archers with the mean age and standard deviation of 17.0â¯Â±â¯0.6â¯years drawn from various archery programmes completed a six arrows shooting score test. Standard fitness and ability measurements namely hand grip, vertical jump, standing broad jump, static balance, upper muscle strength and the core muscle strength were also recorded. Hierarchical agglomerative cluster analysis (HACA) was used to cluster the archers based on the performance variables tested. SVM models with linear, quadratic, cubic, fine RBF, medium RBF, as well as the coarse RBF kernel functions, were trained based on the measured performance variables. The HACA clustered the archers into high-potential archers (HPA) and low-potential archers (LPA), respectively. The linear, quadratic, cubic, as well as the medium RBF kernel functions models, demonstrated reasonably excellent classification accuracy of 97.5% and 2.5% error rate for the prediction of the HPA and the LPA. The findings of this investigation can be valuable to coaches and sports managers to recognise high potential athletes from a combination of the selected few measured fitness and motor ability performance variables examined which would consequently save cost, time and effort during talent identification programme. Copyright Â© 2017 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. Justin Ukpongs Jesus. Emmanuel for our times Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Tshehla, Maarman S 2015-12-01 Full Text Available Africa has a long association with the BibleAt the time of Jesus, the Bible was being read in AfricaSince then, the Bible has continued to be read in Africa (Mbiti 1994:27. Jesus Christ is the key character with which many who come to the Bible are concerned, academics as well as countless ordinary readers. Beyond the methodological considerations wherein this leading African chronicler of African Biblical Hermeneutics has made an immense contribution, what specific insights might we glean from Justin Ukpongs work about the Jesus of the canonical evangelists vis-vis our work as organic intellectuals? What does Ukpongs Jesus offer present-day South Africa, if one with a missiological interest may extrapolate? WE-AB-204-11: Development of a Nuclear Medicine Dosimetry Module for the GPU-Based Monte Carlo Code ARCHER Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Liu, T; Lin, H; Xu, X [Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY (United States); Stabin, M [Vanderbilt Univ Medical Ctr, Nashville, TN (United States) 2015-06-15 Purpose: To develop a nuclear medicine dosimetry module for the GPU-based Monte Carlo code ARCHER. Methods: We have developed a nuclear medicine dosimetry module for the fast Monte Carlo code ARCHER. The coupled electron-photon Monte Carlo transport kernel included in ARCHER is built upon the Dose Planning Method code (DPM). The developed module manages the radioactive decay simulation by consecutively tracking several types of radiation on a per disintegration basis using the statistical sampling method. Optimization techniques such as persistent threads and prefetching are studied and implemented. The developed module is verified against the VIDA code, which is based on Geant4 toolkit and has previously been verified against OLINDA/EXM. A voxelized geometry is used in the preliminary test: a sphere made of ICRP soft tissue is surrounded by a box filled with water. Uniform activity distribution of I-131 is assumed in the sphere. Results: The self-absorption dose factors (mGy/MBqs) of the sphere with varying diameters are calculated by ARCHER and VIDA respectively. ARCHERâs result is in agreement with VIDAâs that are obtained from a previous publication. VIDA takes hours of CPU time to finish the computation, while it takes ARCHER 4.31 seconds for the 12.4-cm uniform activity sphere case. For a fairer CPU-GPU comparison, more effort will be made to eliminate the algorithmic differences. Conclusion: The coupled electron-photon Monte Carlo code ARCHER has been extended to radioactive decay simulation for nuclear medicine dosimetry. The developed code exhibits good performance in our preliminary test. The GPU-based Monte Carlo code is developed with grant support from the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering through an R01 grant (R01EB015478) Abject Magic: Reasoning Madness in Justine Larbalestier's "Magic or Madness" Trilogy Science.gov (United States) Potter, Troy 2013-01-01 This paper explores the representation of magic and madness in Justine Larbalestier's "Magic or Madness" trilogy (2005-2007). Throughout the series, magic is constructed as an abject and disabling force that threatens to disable magic-wielders, either through madness or death. Despite being represented as a ubiquitous force, theâ¦ ARCHER Project: Progress on Material and component activities for the Advanced High Temperature Reactor International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Buckthorpe, D.E. 2014-01-01 The ARCHER (Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R&D) integrated project is a four year project which was started in 2011 as part of the European Commission 7th Framework Programme (FP7) to perform High Temperature Reactor technology R&D in support of reactor demonstration. The project consortium encompasses conventional and Nuclear Industry, Utilities, Technical Support Organizations, Research & Development Organizations and Academia. The activities involved contribute to the Generation IV (GIF) International Forum and collaborate with related projects in the US, China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea in cooperation with IAEA and ISTC. This paper addresses the progress of the work on ARCHER materials and component activities since the start of the project and underlines some of the main conclusions reached. (author) Justine Effect: Punishment of the Unduly Self-Sacrificing Cooperative Individuals Science.gov (United States) KubÄna, AleÅ¡ AntonÃn; Houdek, Petr; LindovÃ¡, Jitka; PÅÃplatovÃ¡, Lenka; Flegr, Jaroslav 2014-01-01 Background Allowing players to punish their opponents in Public Goods Game sustains cooperation within a group and thus brings advantage to the cooperative individuals. However, the possibility of punishment of the co-players can result in antisocial punishment, the punishment of those players who contribute the most in the group. To better understand why antisocial punishment exists, it must be determined who are the anti-social punishers and who are their primary targets. Methods For resolving these questions we increased the number of players in a group from usual four to twelve. Each group played six rounds of the standard Public Goods Game and six rounds of the Public Goods Game with punishment. Each player in each round received 20 CZK ($ 1.25). Players (Nâ=â118) were rematched after each round so that they would not take into consideration opponents' past behavior. Results The amount of the punishment received correlated negatively with the contribution (Ïâ=ââ0.665, ppunishment obtained was U-shaped (R2â=â0.678, ppunishment was present in all groups, and in eight out of ten groups the Justine Effect (the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool and the risk of suffering punishment in the subpopulation of altruistic players) emerged. In our sample, 22.5% subjects, all of them Free riders and low contributors, punished the altruistic players. Conclusions The results of our experimental game-study revealed the existence of the Justine effect â the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool by a subpopulation of the most altruistic players, and the amount of punishment these players obtained from free-riders. PMID:24670974 Justine effect: punishment of the unduly self-sacrificing cooperative individuals. Science.gov (United States) KubÄna, AleÅ¡ AntonÃn; Houdek, Petr; LindovÃ¡, Jitka; PÅÃplatovÃ¡, Lenka; Flegr, Jaroslav 2014-01-01 Allowing players to punish their opponents in Public Goods Game sustains cooperation within a group and thus brings advantage to the cooperative individuals. However, the possibility of punishment of the co-players can result in antisocial punishment, the punishment of those players who contribute the most in the group. To better understand why antisocial punishment exists, it must be determined who are the anti-social punishers and who are their primary targets. For resolving these questions we increased the number of players in a group from usual four to twelve. Each group played six rounds of the standard Public Goods Game and six rounds of the Public Goods Game with punishment. Each player in each round received 20 CZK ($ 1.25). Players (Nâ=â118) were rematched after each round so that they would not take into consideration opponents' past behavior. The amount of the punishment received correlated negatively with the contribution (Ïâ=â-0.665, pboarder of the upper quartile. The antisocial punishment was present in all groups, and in eight out of ten groups the Justine Effect (the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool and the risk of suffering punishment in the subpopulation of altruistic players) emerged. In our sample, 22.5% subjects, all of them Free riders and low contributors, punished the altruistic players. The results of our experimental game-study revealed the existence of the Justine effect--the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool by a subpopulation of the most altruistic players, and the amount of punishment these players obtained from free-riders. The battle for Yellowstone: Morality and the Â sacred roots of environmental conflict, by Justin Farrell Science.gov (United States) John Schelhas 2017-01-01 A growing number of intractable environmental conflicts involving interest groups with deeply held beliefs are resisting resolution in spite of extensive scientific analysis and legal and bureaucratic attention. Justin Farrell addresses three such conflicts in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) as moral and spiritual conflicts, each uniquely animated by history,... On the Social Nature of Objectivity: Helen Longino and Justin Biddle Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Jaana Eigi 2015-11-01 Full Text Available According to Helen Longino, objectivity is necessarily social as it depends on critical interactions in community. Justin Biddle argues that Longinoâs account presupposes individuals that are completely open to any criticism; as such individuals are in principle able to criticise their beliefs on their own, Longino's account is not really social. In the first part of my paper I argue that even for completely open individuals, criticism for maintaining objectivity is only possible in community. In the second part I challenge Biddleâs interpretation of Longinoâs conception of the individual. I conclude that Longinoâs account is necessarily social. Qual capacidade crÃtica? Relendo Luc Boltanski Ã luz de Margaret Archer Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Luiz Augusto Campos Full Text Available Resumo A chamada âsociologia da capacidade crÃticaâ de Luc Boltanski vem se tornando um dos principais paradigmas teÃ³ricos de interpretaÃ§Ã£o das relaÃ§Ãµes sociais. ContrÃ¡rio ao modo como a sociologia crÃtica Ã la Bourdieu entende a reflexividade humana, Boltanski propÃµe tratar os indivÃduos como seres reflexivos, plenamente capazes de julgar e criticar o mundo. No entanto, essa âcapacidade crÃticaâ funciona em sua sociologia mais como premissa teÃ³rica do que como objeto concreto de investigaÃ§Ã£o. Diante disso, este texto argumenta que uma sociologia interessada na capacidade crÃtica dos sujeitos nÃ£o pode apenas âsupÃ´-laâ, deve constituÃ-la em objeto de estudo sociolÃ³gico. Para tal, propÃµe-se reconceituar a capacidade crÃtica como competÃªncia reflexiva, no sentido dado Ã expressÃ£o pela sociÃ³loga inglesa Margaret Archer. O recurso Ã s categorias de Archer nÃ£o apenas ajuda a identificar os limites da sociologia de Boltanski, mas, sobretudo, permite ampliar o seu alcance. An fMRI study of differences in brain activity among elite, expert, and novice archers at the moment of optimal aiming. Science.gov (United States) Kim, Woojong; Chang, Yongmin; Kim, Jingu; Seo, Jeehye; Ryu, Kwangmin; Lee, Eunkyung; Woo, Minjung; Janelle, Christopher M 2014-12-01 We investigated brain activity in elite, expert, and novice archers during a simulated archery aiming task to determine whether neural correlates of performance differ by skill level. Success in shooting sports depends on complex mental routines just before the shot, when the brain prepares to execute the movement. During functional magnetic resonance imaging, 40 elite, expert, or novice archers aimed at a simulated 70-meter-distant target and pushed a button when they mentally released the bowstring. At the moment of optimal aiming, the elite and expert archers relied primarily on a dorsal pathway, with greatest activity in the occipital lobe, temporoparietal lobe, and dorsolateral pre-motor cortex. The elites showed activity in the supplementary motor area, temporoparietal area, and cerebellar dentate, while the experts showed activity only in the superior frontal area. The novices showed concurrent activity in not only the dorsolateral pre-motor cortex but also the ventral pathways linked to the ventrolateral pre-motor cortex. The novices exhibited broad activity in the superior frontal area, inferior frontal area, ventral prefrontal cortex, primary motor cortex, superior parietal lobule, and primary somatosensory cortex. The more localized neural activity of elite and expert archers than novices permits greater efficiency in the complex processes subserved by these regions. The elite group's high activity in the cerebellar dentate indicates that the cerebellum is involved in automating simultaneous movements by integrating the sensorimotor memory enabled by greater expertise in self-paced aiming tasks. A companion article comments on and generalizes our findings. Justin Bieber, do doc ao Instagram: a estetizaÃ§Ã£o da vida OpenAIRE Tavares, Denise; Pinto, Raphael 2013-01-01 Alguns documentÃ¡rios biogrÃ¡ficos de celebridades reafirmam um modelo de produÃ§Ã£o audiovisual que encerra a histÃ³ria de vida no show e na fama, articulando o tensionamento entre biografia, tecnologia, experiÃªncia estÃ©tica e afeto. Tais imbricamentos sÃ£o ainda mais visÃveis quando considerada a fruiÃ§Ã£o desta celebridade, âconsumidaâ em outras possibilidades biogrÃ¡ficas que remixa webvideos postados no Youtube e/ou fotos no Instagram. Para discutir estas questÃµes, o artigo destaca Justin Bieber,... Justine effect: punishment of the unduly self-sacrificing cooperative individuals. Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) AleÅ¡ AntonÃn KubÄna Full Text Available Allowing players to punish their opponents in Public Goods Game sustains cooperation within a group and thus brings advantage to the cooperative individuals. However, the possibility of punishment of the co-players can result in antisocial punishment, the punishment of those players who contribute the most in the group. To better understand why antisocial punishment exists, it must be determined who are the anti-social punishers and who are their primary targets.For resolving these questions we increased the number of players in a group from usual four to twelve. Each group played six rounds of the standard Public Goods Game and six rounds of the Public Goods Game with punishment. Each player in each round received 20 CZK ($ 1.25. Players (Nâ=â118 were rematched after each round so that they would not take into consideration opponents' past behavior.The amount of the punishment received correlated negatively with the contribution (Ïâ=â-0.665, p<0.001. However, this correlation was positive for players in the highest contributors-quartile (Ïâ=â0.254, p<0.001. Therefore, the graph of relation between the contribution given and punishment obtained was U-shaped (R2â=â0.678, p<0.001 with the inflection point near the left boarder of the upper quartile. The antisocial punishment was present in all groups, and in eight out of ten groups the Justine Effect (the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool and the risk of suffering punishment in the subpopulation of altruistic players emerged. In our sample, 22.5% subjects, all of them Free riders and low contributors, punished the altruistic players.The results of our experimental game-study revealed the existence of the Justine effect--the positive correlation between the contribution to the public pool by a subpopulation of the most altruistic players, and the amount of punishment these players obtained from free-riders. The Use of Archers in the North Germanic Armies DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Pauli Jensen, Xenia 2007-01-01 This article deals with archery equipment within the South Scandinavian area in the period 175-400 AD. A comparison between the South Scandinavian area, the Roman Empire and the rest of Barbaricum results in three main areas of distribution of archery equipment. The increasing importance of the a......This article deals with archery equipment within the South Scandinavian area in the period 175-400 AD. A comparison between the South Scandinavian area, the Roman Empire and the rest of Barbaricum results in three main areas of distribution of archery equipment. The increasing importance...... of the archers in the North Germanic armies in the period in question is seen in connection with the standardisation that can be seen in the military equipment in general within this period.... ARCHER{sub RT} â A GPU-based and photon-electron coupled Monte Carlo dose computing engine for radiation therapy: Software development and application to helical tomotherapy Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Su, Lin; Du, Xining; Liu, Tianyu; Ji, Wei; Xu, X. George, E-mail: xug2@rpi.edu [Nuclear Engineering Program, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York 12180 (United States); Yang, Youming; Bednarz, Bryan [Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin 53706 (United States); Sterpin, Edmond [Molecular Imaging, Radiotherapy and Oncology, UniversitÃ© catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium 1348 (Belgium) 2014-07-15 Purpose: Using the graphical processing units (GPU) hardware technology, an extremely fast Monte Carlo (MC) code ARCHER{sub RT} is developed for radiation dose calculations in radiation therapy. This paper describes the detailed software development and testing for three clinical TomoTherapyÂ® cases: the prostate, lung, and head and neck. Methods: To obtain clinically relevant dose distributions, phase space files (PSFs) created from optimized radiation therapy treatment plan fluence maps were used as the input to ARCHER{sub RT}. Patient-specific phantoms were constructed from patient CT images. Batch simulations were employed to facilitate the time-consuming task of loading large PSFs, and to improve the estimation of statistical uncertainty. Furthermore, two different Woodcock tracking algorithms were implemented and their relative performance was compared. The dose curves of an Elekta accelerator PSF incident on a homogeneous water phantom were benchmarked against DOSXYZnrc. For each of the treatment cases, dose volume histograms and isodose maps were produced from ARCHER{sub RT} and the general-purpose code, GEANT4. The gamma index analysis was performed to evaluate the similarity of voxel doses obtained from these two codes. The hardware accelerators used in this study are one NVIDIA K20 GPU, one NVIDIA K40 GPU, and six NVIDIA M2090 GPUs. In addition, to make a fairer comparison of the CPU and GPU performance, a multithreaded CPU code was developed using OpenMP and tested on an Intel E5-2620 CPU. Results: For the water phantom, the depth dose curve and dose profiles from ARCHER{sub RT} agree well with DOSXYZnrc. For clinical cases, results from ARCHER{sub RT} are compared with those from GEANT4 and good agreement is observed. Gamma index test is performed for voxels whose dose is greater than 10% of maximum dose. For 2%/2mm criteria, the passing rates for the prostate, lung case, and head and neck cases are 99.7%, 98.5%, and 97.2%, respectively. Due to The Victorian Philanthropic Quixote: Donna Quixote, by Justin McCarthy Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Pedro Javier Pardo 2012-12-01 Full Text Available The paper undertakes the analysis of a little known Victorian quixotic novel, Donna Quixote, by Justin McCarthy. In so doing, it places the latter, in the first place, within the conception of quixotism characteristic of the Victorian age and, in the second place, within the previous tradition of female quixotes, particularly as a response to George Eliotâs Middlemarch. Then, the text studies the novelâs originality within the English quixotic tradition, which lies in the way it relates quixotism to both philanthropy and feminism, not just by means of the heroine but also of some quixotic secondary figures, and argues the authorâs conservative position in the debate on womenâs rights known as the woman question. Finally, the paper illustrates such a position and its ideological context by presenting another âDonna Quixote,â in this case a satiric cartoon on the so-called new woman. An Unusual Stress Fracture in an Archer with Hypophosphatasia Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Umut Yavuz 2013-01-01 Full Text Available We report a 45-year-old male archer with stress fracture in his left ulna on the background of adult type of hypophosphatasia. The patient presented to several medical centers for pain around the left elbow and received medical treatment upon diagnosis of tenosynovitis. History of the patient revealed that he had had diagnosis of hypophosphatasia ten years ago and underwent percutaneous screwing for stress fracture on both of his femoral necks. Upon finding nondisplaced stress fracture on proximal metaphysis of the ulna on X-ray, the patient underwent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI in order to exclude pathological causes. No additional pathology was observed in MRI scanning. The patientâs sportive activities were restricted for 6 weeks and he received conservative management with arm slings. Adult type of hypophosphatasia is a disease manifesting with widespread osteoporosis and presenting with low serum level of alkali phosphatase (ALP. Stress fracture should definitely be considered in the patients with history of hypophosphatasia and refractory extremity pain. TU-AB-BRC-10: Modeling of Radiotherapy Linac Source Terms Using ARCHER Monte Carlo Code: Performance Comparison of GPU and MIC Computing Accelerators Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Liu, T; Lin, H; Xu, X [Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY (United States); Su, L [John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD (United States); Shi, C [Saint Vincent Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT (United States); Tang, X [Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, West Harrison, NY (United States); Bednarz, B [University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI (United States) 2016-06-15 Purpose: (1) To perform phase space (PS) based source modeling for Tomotherapy and Varian TrueBeam 6 MV Linacs, (2) to examine the accuracy and performance of the ARCHER Monte Carlo code on a heterogeneous computing platform with Many Integrated Core coprocessors (MIC, aka Xeon Phi) and GPUs, and (3) to explore the software micro-optimization methods. Methods: The patient-specific source of Tomotherapy and Varian TrueBeam Linacs was modeled using the PS approach. For the helical Tomotherapy case, the PS data were calculated in our previous study (Su et al. 2014 41(7) Medical Physics). For the single-view Varian TrueBeam case, we analytically derived them from the raw patient-independent PS data in IAEAâs database, partial geometry information of the jaw and MLC as well as the fluence map. The phantom was generated from DICOM images. The Monte Carlo simulation was performed by ARCHER-MIC and GPU codes, which were benchmarked against a modified parallel DPM code. Software micro-optimization was systematically conducted, and was focused on SIMD vectorization of tight for-loops and data prefetch, with the ultimate goal of increasing 512-bit register utilization and reducing memory access latency. Results: Dose calculation was performed for two clinical cases, a Tomotherapy-based prostate cancer treatment and a TrueBeam-based left breast treatment. ARCHER was verified against the DPM code. The statistical uncertainty of the dose to the PTV was less than 1%. Using double-precision, the total wall time of the multithreaded CPU code on a X5650 CPU was 339 seconds for the Tomotherapy case and 131 seconds for the TrueBeam, while on 3 5110P MICs it was reduced to 79 and 59 seconds, respectively. The single-precision GPU code on a K40 GPU took 45 seconds for the Tomotherapy dose calculation. Conclusion: We have extended ARCHER, the MIC and GPU-based Monte Carlo dose engine to Tomotherapy and Truebeam dose calculations. TU-AB-BRC-10: Modeling of Radiotherapy Linac Source Terms Using ARCHER Monte Carlo Code: Performance Comparison of GPU and MIC Computing Accelerators International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Liu, T; Lin, H; Xu, X; Su, L; Shi, C; Tang, X; Bednarz, B 2016-01-01 Purpose: (1) To perform phase space (PS) based source modeling for Tomotherapy and Varian TrueBeam 6 MV Linacs, (2) to examine the accuracy and performance of the ARCHER Monte Carlo code on a heterogeneous computing platform with Many Integrated Core coprocessors (MIC, aka Xeon Phi) and GPUs, and (3) to explore the software micro-optimization methods. Methods: The patient-specific source of Tomotherapy and Varian TrueBeam Linacs was modeled using the PS approach. For the helical Tomotherapy case, the PS data were calculated in our previous study (Su et al. 2014 41(7) Medical Physics). For the single-view Varian TrueBeam case, we analytically derived them from the raw patient-independent PS data in IAEAâs database, partial geometry information of the jaw and MLC as well as the fluence map. The phantom was generated from DICOM images. The Monte Carlo simulation was performed by ARCHER-MIC and GPU codes, which were benchmarked against a modified parallel DPM code. Software micro-optimization was systematically conducted, and was focused on SIMD vectorization of tight for-loops and data prefetch, with the ultimate goal of increasing 512-bit register utilization and reducing memory access latency. Results: Dose calculation was performed for two clinical cases, a Tomotherapy-based prostate cancer treatment and a TrueBeam-based left breast treatment. ARCHER was verified against the DPM code. The statistical uncertainty of the dose to the PTV was less than 1%. Using double-precision, the total wall time of the multithreaded CPU code on a X5650 CPU was 339 seconds for the Tomotherapy case and 131 seconds for the TrueBeam, while on 3 5110P MICs it was reduced to 79 and 59 seconds, respectively. The single-precision GPU code on a K40 GPU took 45 seconds for the Tomotherapy dose calculation. Conclusion: We have extended ARCHER, the MIC and GPU-based Monte Carlo dose engine to Tomotherapy and Truebeam dose calculations. Novel exon-exon breakpoint in CIC-DUX4 fusion sarcoma identified by anchored multiplex PCR (Archer FusionPlex Sarcoma Panel). Science.gov (United States) Loke, Benjamin Nathanael; Lee, Victor Kwan Min; Sudhanshi, Jain; Wong, Meng Kang; Kuick, Chik Hong; Puhaindran, Mark; Chang, Kenneth Tou En 2017-08-01 We describe the clinical and pathological features and novel genetic findings of a case of CIC-DUX4 sarcoma occurring in the thigh of a 35-year-old man. Fusion gene detection using a next-generation sequencing-based anchored multiplex PCR technique (Archer FusionPlex Sarcoma Panel) was used to identify the novel fusion breakpoints of this CIC-DUX4 sarcoma using formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded tumour material. This CIC-DUX4 sarcoma has a novel fusion breakpoint between exon 20 of the CIC gene and exon 1 of the DUX4 gene. This case report describes an additional case of CIC-DUX4 sarcoma with a novel fusion breakpoint, and demonstrates the value of this next-generation sequencing-based anchored multiplex PCR technique (Archer FusionPlex Sarcoma Panel) in both diagnosis for patient care and in identification of a novel fusion breakpoint in this tumour type. Published by the BMJ Publishing Group Limited. For permission to use (where not already granted under a licence) please go to http://www.bmj.com/company/products-services/rights-and-licensing/. Proposal to amend existing operating permit for the Ault-Craig 345-kV and Hayden-Archer 230-kV transmission lines, Routt, Jackson and Larimer Counties, Colorado International Nuclear Information System (INIS) 1997-08-01 The Western Area Power Administration, Rocky Mountain Region, is proposing to amend an existing US Forest Service operating permit for the Ault-Craig 345-kV and Hayden-Archer 230-kV transmission lines, which are located in Routt, jackson, and Larimer counties, Colorado. These transmission lines cross portions of the Roosevelt and Routt National Forests. The long-term use authorization Western is requesting from the Forest Service would be for the life of the Ault-Craig and Hayden-Archer transmission lines. This environmental assessment addresses those access road and right-of-way maintenance activities identified by Western that would be performed on Forest Service managed lands during the next approximately five years Proposal to amend existing operating permit for the Ault-Craig 345-kV and Hayden-Archer 230-kV transmission lines, Routt, Jackson and Larimer Counties, Colorado Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) NONE 1997-08-01 The Western Area Power Administration, Rocky Mountain Region, is proposing to amend an existing US Forest Service operating permit for the Ault-Craig 345-kV and Hayden-Archer 230-kV transmission lines, which are located in Routt, jackson, and Larimer counties, Colorado. These transmission lines cross portions of the Roosevelt and Routt National Forests. The long-term use authorization Western is requesting from the Forest Service would be for the life of the Ault-Craig and Hayden-Archer transmission lines. This environmental assessment addresses those access road and right-of-way maintenance activities identified by Western that would be performed on Forest Service managed lands during the next approximately five years. On reflexivity and the conduct of the self in everyday life: reflections on Bourdieu and Archer. Science.gov (United States) Akram, Sadiya; Hogan, Anthony 2015-12-01 This article provides a critique of the concept of reflexivity in social theory today and argues against the tendency to define agency exclusively in terms of reflexivity. Margaret Archer, in particular, is highlighted as a key proponent of this thesis. Archer argues that late modernity is characterized by reflexivity but, in our view, this position neglects the impact of more enduring aspects of agency, such as the routinization of social life and the role of the taken-for-granted. These concepts were pivotal to Bourdieu and Giddens' theorization of everyday life and action and to Foucault's understanding of technologies of the self. We offer Bourdieu's habitus as a more nuanced approach to theorizing agency, and provide an alternative account of reflexivity. Whilst accepting that reflexivity is a core aspect of agency, we argue that it operates to a backdrop of the routinization of social life and operates from within and not outside of habitus. We highlight the role of the breach in reflexivity, suggesting that it opens up a critical window for agents to initiate change. The article suggests caution in over-ascribing reflexivity to agency, instead arguing that achieving reflexivity and change is a difficult and fraught process, which has emotional and moral consequences. The effect of this is that people often prefer the status quo, rather than to risk change and uncertainty. Â© London School of Economics and Political Science 2015. Resistance in Unjust Times: Archer, Structured Agency and the Sociology of Health Inequalities. Science.gov (United States) Scambler, Graham 2013-02-01 Few sociologists dissent from the notion that the mid- to late 1970s witnessed a shift in capitalism's modus operandi . Its association with a rapid increase of social and material inequality is beyond dispute. This article opens with a brief summation of contemporary British trends in economic inequalities, and finds an echo of these trends in health inequalities. It is suggested that the sociology of health inequalities in Britain lacks an analysis of agency, and that such an analysis is crucial. A case is made that the recent critical realist contribution of Margaret Archer on 'internal conversations' lends itself to an understanding of agency that is salient here. The article develops her typology of internal conversations to present characterizations of the 'focused autonomous reflexives' whose mind-sets are causally efficacious for producing and reproducing inequalities, and the 'dedicated meta-reflexives' whose casts of mind might yet predispose them to mobilize resistance to inequalities. Archer Fire and Safety - reducing risk in the offshore Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Todd, K 2000-06-01 Protecting the lives and safety of offshore oil and gas workers is the business of Newfoundland-based Archer Fire and Safety. Originally established as a supplier of industrial materials focusing on the oil and gas industry, the company narrowed its focus in 1996 to fire and safety protection, introduced more specialized fire and safety equipment, and began to explore service opportunities to the industry in addition to the usual consumables. After some anxious few years, the company now operates two SCBA service centres in Newfoundland, in addition to sales and servicing a wide range of fire and safety equipment such as gas, flame and heat detection.The company is constantly on the lookout for new opportunities and has developed a computer-based pricing system which enables them to provide quick response to pricing inquiries, a big advantage in an industry with relatively unsophisticated business practices. The company's emphasis on research and quick response capability enabled the company to anticipate future requirements and to land major contracts first at Bull Arm, and later on the Terra Nova Project. Its reputation for best-in-class products, high quality service and a business-like approach helped to attract other clients such as Terra Nova Alliance, Canship and Schlumberger, and offshore drilling companies like Glomar International and TransOcean Sedco-Forex, with further opportunities in the offing with upcoming projects such as the White Rose and Hebron.Today about 60 per cent of the business is offshore related. Archer Fire and Safety - reducing risk in the offshore Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Todd, K. 2000-06-01 Protecting the lives and safety of offshore oil and gas workers is the business of Newfoundland-based Archer Fire and Safety. Originally established as a supplier of industrial materials focusing on the oil and gas industry, the company narrowed its focus in 1996 to fire and safety protection, introduced more specialized fire and safety equipment, and began to explore service opportunities to the industry in addition to the usual consumables. After some anxious few years, the company now operates two SCBA service centres in Newfoundland, in addition to sales and servicing a wide range of fire and safety equipment such as gas, flame and heat detection.The company is constantly on the lookout for new opportunities and has developed a computer-based pricing system which enables them to provide quick response to pricing inquiries, a big advantage in an industry with relatively unsophisticated business practices. The company's emphasis on research and quick response capability enabled the company to anticipate future requirements and to land major contracts first at Bull Arm, and later on the Terra Nova Project. Its reputation for best-in-class products, high quality service and a business-like approach helped to attract other clients such as Terra Nova Alliance, Canship and Schlumberger, and offshore drilling companies like Glomar International and TransOcean Sedco-Forex, with further opportunities in the offing with upcoming projects such as the White Rose and Hebron.Today about 60 per cent of the business is offshore related. Ruminating on Justin S. Ukpongâs inculturation hermeneutics and its implications for the study of African Biblical Hermeneutics today Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Madipoane Masenya (ngwanâa Mphahlele 2016-11-01 Full Text Available In African biblical scholarship, the concept of inculturation hermeneutics has come to be almost, if not always, linked to the late Professor Justin S. Ukpong, the Nigerian New Testament scholar. In inculturation hermeneutics, argued Ukpong, the past of the biblical text is not supposed to be studied as an end in itself, but as a means to an end. Ukpong (2002 could thus argue: âThus in inculturation hermeneutics, the past collapses into the present, and exegesis fuses with hermeneuticsâ (p. 18. What does Ukpongâs concept of inculturation hermeneutics actually entail? Which implications does his notion of the fusion of exegesis and hermeneutics have for the theory and praxis of African Biblical Hermeneutics particularly on the African continent today? The preceding questions will be engaged with in this article. Applications of the models of Archer and TBC in the determination of thickness of barriers for radiological rooms International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Costa, Paulo R.; Salvador, F.C.; Nersissian, D.Y.; Caldas, L.V.E. 2005-01-01 TBC models for simulation of X-ray spectra and Archer for the determination of attenuation properties of materials have been applied according to the methodology set out in the publication NCRP 147 for obtaining radiological rooms protective barriers. The methodology used information from a survey of actual workload distributions of radiological rooms of the city of Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil as well as a similar survey conducted in the United States. The results of the application of the methodology demonstrate the possibility of reduction of barriers necessary for the protection of radiological rooms when compared to the direct application of the NCRP 147. The method developed serves both for estimation of shielding requirements in radiological rooms using up-to-date methodologies, as well as for training of professionals for design of shields Modeling of Radiotherapy Linac Source Terms Using ARCHER Monte Carlo Code: Performance Comparison for GPU and MIC Parallel Computing Devices Science.gov (United States) Lin, Hui; Liu, Tianyu; Su, Lin; Bednarz, Bryan; Caracappa, Peter; Xu, X. George 2017-09-01 Monte Carlo (MC) simulation is well recognized as the most accurate method for radiation dose calculations. For radiotherapy applications, accurate modelling of the source term, i.e. the clinical linear accelerator is critical to the simulation. The purpose of this paper is to perform source modelling and examine the accuracy and performance of the models on Intel Many Integrated Core coprocessors (aka Xeon Phi) and Nvidia GPU using ARCHER and explore the potential optimization methods. Phase Space-based source modelling for has been implemented. Good agreements were found in a tomotherapy prostate patient case and a TrueBeam breast case. From the aspect of performance, the whole simulation for prostate plan and breast plan cost about 173s and 73s with 1% statistical error. Modeling of Radiotherapy Linac Source Terms Using ARCHER Monte Carlo Code: Performance Comparison for GPU and MIC Parallel Computing Devices Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Lin Hui 2017-01-01 Full Text Available Monte Carlo (MC simulation is well recognized as the most accurate method for radiation dose calculations. For radiotherapy applications, accurate modelling of the source term, i.e. the clinical linear accelerator is critical to the simulation. The purpose of this paper is to perform source modelling and examine the accuracy and performance of the models on Intel Many Integrated Core coprocessors (aka Xeon Phi and Nvidia GPU using ARCHER and explore the potential optimization methods. Phase Space-based source modelling for has been implemented. Good agreements were found in a tomotherapy prostate patient case and a TrueBeam breast case. From the aspect of performance, the whole simulation for prostate plan and breast plan cost about 173s and 73s with 1% statistical error. On the hydrodynamics of archer fish jumping out of the water: Integrating experiments with numerical simulations Science.gov (United States) Sotiropoulos, Fotis; Angelidis, Dionysios; Mendelson, Leah; Techet, Alexandra 2017-11-01 Evolution has enabled fish to develop a range of thrust producing mechanisms to allow skillful movement and give them the ability to catch prey or avoid danger. Several experimental and numerical studies have been performed to investigate how complex maneuvers are executed and develop bioinspired strategies for aquatic robot design. We will discuss recent numerical advances toward the development of a computational framework for performing turbulent, two-phase flow, fluid-structure-interaction (FSI) simulations to investigate the dynamics of aquatic jumpers. We will also discuss the integration of such numerics with high-speed imaging and particle image velocimetry data to reconstruct anatomic fish models and prescribe realistic kinematics of fish motion. The capabilities of our method will be illustrated by applying it to simulate the motion of a small scale archer fish jumping out of the water to capture prey. We will discuss the rich vortex dynamics emerging during the hovering, rapid upward and gliding phases. The simulations will elucidate the thrust production mechanisms by the movement of the pectoral and anal fins and we will show that the fins significantly contribute to the rapid acceleration. Cultura da celebridade, fÃ£s e aÂ nova mÃdia: um estudo sobre a promoÃ§Ã£o da imagem e trabalho de Justin Bieber OpenAIRE Camyla da Silva Oliveira; Renata Prado Alves Silva 2016-01-01 Este artigo se propÃµe a analisar as dinÃ¢micas de comunicaÃ§Ã£o entre Justin Bieber e seus seguidores na web, buscando compreender as formas de promoÃ§Ã£o da imagem e trabalhos do artista nas novas mÃdias. Nos mÃ©todos de pesquisa se destacam a netnografia das redes de fÃ£s e anÃ¡lise de conteÃºdo para as mensagens dos canais de comunicaÃ§Ã£o oficiais, alÃ©m das trocas de informaÃ§Ã£o entre membros do fandom. Os resultados apontam para as novas mÃdias como plataforma dinÃ¢mica para divulgaÃ§Ã£o de informaÃ§Ãµes... Analisis Kebutuhan Bandwidth Pada Pemanfaatan Web Streaming Justin.tv Sebagai Media E-Learning Dengan Menggunakan Wirecast Dan Desktop Presenter Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Muhammad Ubaidilah 2014-05-01 Full Text Available Perkembangan teknologi informasi begitu cepat seperti sekarang telah banyak mengubah sudut pandang banyak orang, antara lain sudut pandang orang untuk mengubah dunia pendidikan menjadi lebih baik. Salah satu contohnya pembelajaran berbasis Information and Communication Technologies (ICT yaitu pembelajaran menggunakan video streaming. Dengan instalasi software open source Wirecast dan Desktop presenter digunakan untuk membuat video pembelajaran Streaming, disiarkan secara real time melalui media broadcast justin.tv (internet TV Channel, diharapkan dapat lebih mendukung konsep pembelajaran kapan dan dimana saja. Masalah terbesar dari teknologi ini adalah keterbatasan bandwidth. Bandwidth adalah parameter penting untuk melakukan streaming dalam jaringan. Sedangkan proses komunikasi menggunakan video digital ini menghabiskan resource yang cukup besar. Sehingga penggunaan wireshark di sini sangat diperlukan untuk menganalisis bandwidth pada paket yang diterima oleh client. Dari hasil pengukuran video dengan standar H.264 resolusi (720 x 540, dengan rata-rata 20 menit dalam pengambilan sampel, sebanyak 30 pengujian sampel streaming video menggunakan wireshark, diperoleh rata-rata throughput keseluruhan 0,343 Mbps, rata-rata throughput terendah 0,309 Mbps dan throughput tertinggi 0,372 Mbps. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa jika dihasilkan throughput yang lebih besar maka kualitas video streaming akan lebih baik, tetapi jika throughput dihasilkan semakin kecil maka kualitas video streaming akan menurun ARCHER-Advanced System for RPVH Inspection and Repair International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Tomasic, Tomislav; Vukovic, Igor; Bakic, Ante 2014-01-01 The reactor pressure vessel head (RPVH) is an integral part of the reactor coolant pressure boundary. Its integrity is important for the safe and reliable operation of the nuclear power plant (NPP). After detection of the leakage and cracks in French NPP, followed by another that occurred in NPP in USA, methods and frequency of inspection were defined, and are strictly regulated by the US NRC Order EA-03-009 (substituted lately by ASME Code Case N-791-1) since 2003. Usual scope of inspection from inner side of RPVH comprises of visual inspection of the surface, ultrasonic testing (UT) and eddy current testing (ET) of the penetration nozzle and ET of the J-groove weld and nozzle outside surface below the weld. ARCHER, new INETEC's manipulator, is designed to provide full scope inspection of the RPVH, by use of various test modules and by performing the surface repair action on J-groove weld. It is adjustable to work with different types of penetration nozzles and thermal sleeves on both VVER and PWR type of NPP. Due to complex geometry each module is specially designed for particular type of examination. Modules are exchanged through the docking system without need for personnel to enter under the head region, thus reducing the personnel's exposure to the ionizing radiation. The end effectors are used to determine the surface flaws or cracks on inner diameter surface of penetration nozzle gap. It guides a slim sword-like probe which carries a pair of TOFD transducers for detection and sizing of circumferential and axial cracks, an eddy current cross-wounded coil, and a zero-degree UT probe through a gap between the penetration nozzle and thermal sleeve. In case of a non-sleeved penetration nozzle, an open housing module is used. J-groove module is designed to fit geometry of the J-groove weld of penetration nozzle, vent pipe and funnel guide. The whole weld area (2' mm on shell side and 1/2' on nozzle side) is covered by two specially designed Particle deposition and resuspension in gas-cooled reactorsâActivity overview of the two European research projects THINS and ARCHER Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Barth, T., E-mail: t.barth@hzdr.de [Institute of Fluid Dynamics, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Bautzner LandstraÃe 400, 01328 Dresden (Germany); Lecrivain, G. [Institute of Fluid Dynamics, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Bautzner LandstraÃe 400, 01328 Dresden (Germany); Jayaraju, S.T. [Nuclear Research and Consultancy Group (NRG), 1755ZG Petten (Netherlands); Hampel, U. [Institute of Fluid Dynamics, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Bautzner LandstraÃe 400, 01328 Dresden (Germany); AREVA Endowed Chair of Imaging Techniques in Energy and Process Engineering, Technische UniversitÃ¤t Dresden, 01062 Dresden (Germany) 2015-08-15 Highlights: â¢ A summary on particle deposition and resuspension experiments is provided. â¢ Similarities between single and multilayer particle deposits are found. â¢ Numerical models for simulation of particle deposits are successfully developed. - Abstract: The deposition and resuspension behaviour of radio-contaminated aerosol particles is a key issue for the safety assessment of depressurization accidents of gas-cooled high temperature reactors. Within the framework of two European research projects, namely Thermal Hydraulics of Innovative Nuclear Systems (THINS) and Advanced High-Temperature Reactors for Cogeneration of Heat and Electricity R&D (ARCHER), a series of investigations was performed to investigate the transport, the deposition and the resuspension of aerosol particles in turbulent flows. The experimental and numerical tests can be subdivided into four different parts: (1) Monolayer particle deposition, (2) Monolayer particle resuspension, (3) Multilayer particle deposition and (4) Multilayer particle resuspension. The experimental results provide a new insight into the formation and removal of aerosol particle deposits in turbulent flows and are used for the development and validation of numerical procedures in gas-cooled reactors. Good agreement was found between the numerical and the experimental results. Cultura da celebridade, fÃ£s e aÂ nova mÃdia: um estudo sobre a promoÃ§Ã£o da imagem e trabalho de Justin Bieber Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Camyla da Silva Oliveira 2016-09-01 Full Text Available Este artigo se propÃµe a analisar as dinÃ¢micas de comunicaÃ§Ã£o entre Justin Bieber e seus seguidores na web, buscando compreender as formas de promoÃ§Ã£o da imagem e trabalhos do artista nas novas mÃdias. Nos mÃ©todos de pesquisa se destacam a netnografia das redes de fÃ£s e anÃ¡lise de conteÃºdo para as mensagens dos canais de comunicaÃ§Ã£o oficiais, alÃ©m das trocas de informaÃ§Ã£o entre membros do fandom. Os resultados apontam para as novas mÃdias como plataforma dinÃ¢mica para divulgaÃ§Ã£o de informaÃ§Ãµes nÃ£o apenas atravÃ©s de canais oficiais da celebridade, mas especialmente por meio do compartilhamento e apropriaÃ§Ã£o de conteÃºdos de fÃ£s para fÃ£s, que utilizam a web para criaÃ§Ã£o, publicaÃ§Ã£o e disseminaÃ§Ã£o de mensagens, alimentando a expectativa de se comunicarem diretamente com seu Ãdolo. ARCHER HTR Technology in support of a Coal to Liquid Process â An Economic Feasibility View International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Stoker, P.W.; Fick, J.I.J.; Conradie, F.H. 2014-01-01 The paper considers the economics of coupling a European developed HTR (as conceptualized by project ARCHER) to a Coal-to-Liquid (CTL) process as typically used by Sasol, the biggest Coal-to-Liquid (CTL) producer in the world. The approach followed was to create a techno-economic baseline for an existing CTL process using mass and energy balances determined with Aspen Plus chemical modelling software. The economic performance of a typical 80,000 barrels per day synthetic crude oil plant was determined from first principles. The techno-economic baseline model was validated with reference to published product output data and audited financial results of a Sasol CTL plant located at Secunda, South Africa, as reported for the 2011 financial year. A number of schemes were identified to couple the European HTR plant to the CTL case study. Two schemes were studied in detail, while the remaining coupling schemes will be studied as part of the follow-on project NC2I-R (Nuclear Cogeneration Industrial Initiative â Research). Two Key Performance Indices were of interest, namely the Internal Rate of Return of a Nuclear supported CTL plant and the reduction of CO_2 emissions. The case where nuclear co-generation replaced electrical power bought from the grid, and also replaced all the steam currently produced by the burning coal with nuclear steam, yielded interesting conclusions: â¢ The case study plant would need a total of 16 HTRs, each with a capacity of 265 MWth. â¢ The coupling scheme would reduce CO_2 emissions by approximately 14.5 million ton/annum or 51 % of the current emissions of a 80,000 bbl/d plant. â¢ The economic feasibility challenge for large scale deployment of nuclear energy in a Coal-to-Liquid application - where steam and electricity are to be generated from Nuclear energy, is to construct such a facility at an all -inclusive overnight cost not exceeding $3400/kWe. (author) Development of System Architecture to Investigate the Impact of Integrated Air and Missile Defense in a Distributed Lethality Environment Science.gov (United States) 2017-12-01 SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE TO INVESTIGATE THE IMPACT OF INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE IN A DISTRIBUTED LETHALITY ENVIRONMENT by Justin K. Davis...TO INVESTIGATE THE IMPACT OF INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE IN A DISTRIBUTED LETHALITY ENVIRONMENT 5. FUNDING NUMBERS 6. AUTHOR(S) Justin K...ARCHITECTURE TO INVESTIGATE THE IMPACT OF INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE IN A DISTRIBUTED LETHALITY ENVIRONMENT Justin K. Davis Lieutenant Comparison of 2 accelerators of Monte Carlo radiation transport calculations, NVIDIA tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor: a case study for X-ray CT Imaging Dose calculation International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Liu, T.; Xu, X.G.; Carothers, C.D. 2013-01-01 Hardware accelerators are currently becoming increasingly important in boosting high performance computing systems. In this study, we tested the performance of two accelerator models, NVIDIA Tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor, using a new Monte Carlo photon transport package called ARCHER-CT we have developed for fast CT imaging dose calculation. The package contains three code variants, ARCHER-CT(CPU), ARCHER-CT(GPU) and ARCHER-CT(COP) to run in parallel on the multi-core CPU, GPU and coprocessor architectures respectively. A detailed GE LightSpeed Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (MDCT) scanner model and a family of voxel patient phantoms were included in the code to calculate absorbed dose to radiosensitive organs under specified scan protocols. The results from ARCHER agreed well with those from the production code Monte Carlo N-Particle eXtended (MCNPX). It was found that all the code variants were significantly faster than the parallel MCNPX running on 12 MPI processes, and that the GPU and coprocessor performed equally well, being 2.89-4.49 and 3.01-3.23 times faster than the parallel ARCHER-CT(CPU) running with 12 hyper-threads. (authors) Comparison of Two Accelerators for Monte Carlo Radiation Transport Calculations, NVIDIA Tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p Coprocessor: A Case Study for X-ray CT Imaging Dose Calculation Science.gov (United States) Liu, Tianyu; Xu, X. George; Carothers, Christopher D. 2014-06-01 Hardware accelerators are currently becoming increasingly important in boosting high performance computing sys- tems. In this study, we tested the performance of two accelerator models, NVIDIA Tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor, using a new Monte Carlo photon transport package called ARCHER-CT we have developed for fast CT imaging dose calculation. The package contains three code variants, ARCHER - CTCPU, ARCHER - CTGPU and ARCHER - CTCOP to run in parallel on the multi-core CPU, GPU and coprocessor architectures respectively. A detailed GE LightSpeed Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (MDCT) scanner model and a family of voxel patient phantoms were included in the code to calculate absorbed dose to radiosensitive organs under specified scan protocols. The results from ARCHER agreed well with those from the production code Monte Carlo N-Particle eXtended (MCNPX). It was found that all the code variants were significantly faster than the parallel MCNPX running on 12 MPI processes, and that the GPU and coprocessor performed equally well, being 2.89~4.49 and 3.01~3.23 times faster than the parallel ARCHER - CTCPU running with 12 hyperthreads. Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge: 2005 Designing Greener Chemicals Award Science.gov (United States) Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge 2005 award winner, Archer Daniels Midland, developed Archer RC, a nonvolatile, biobased, reactive coalescent that replaces volatile organic coalescents in architectural latex paints. Survival of Primates in Lethal Septic Shock Following Delayed Treatment with Steroid. Science.gov (United States) 1981-02-26 TECHNICAL REPORT NO. 142 SURVIVAL OF PRIMATES IN LETHAL SEPTIC SHOCK FOLLOWING DELAYED TREAMENT WIn STEROID L. B. Hinshaw, L. T. Archer, B. K. Belier ...2. Schumer W: Steroids in the treatment of clinical septic shock. Ann Surg 184:333-341, 1976. 3. Hinshaw LB, Belier PK, Archer LT, Flournoy DJ, White...not preventable by antibiotic alone. Infect Immun ZS:538-5)7, 1979. 6. Hinshaw LB, Archer LT, Belier -Todd BK, Coalson .JJ, Flournoy DL, Passey R Population growth, trophic level, and reproductive biology of two congeneric archer fishes (Toxotes chatareus, Hamilton 1822 and Toxotes jaculatrix, Pallas 1767) inhabiting Malaysian coastal waters. Science.gov (United States) Simon, K D; Bakar, Y; Samat, A; Zaidi, C C; Aziz, A; Mazlan, A G 2009-12-01 Population growth, trophic level, and some aspects of reproductive biology of two congeneric archer fish species, Toxotes chatareus and Toxotes jaculatrix, collected from Johor coastal waters, Malaysia, were studied. Growth pattern by length-weight relationship (W=aL(b)) for the sexes differed, and exhibited positive allometric growth (male, female and combined sexes of T. chatareus; female and combined sexes of T. jaculatrix) and isometric growth (male samples of T. jaculatrix only). Trophic levels of both species were analyzed based on 128 specimens. The results show that, in both species, crustaceans and insects were the most abundant prey items, and among crustaceans the red clawed crab Sesarma bidens and Formicidae family insects were the most represented taxa. The estimated mean trophic levels for T. chatareus and T. jaculatrix were 3.422+/-0.009 and 3.420+/-0.020, respectively, indicating that they are largely carnivores. Fecundity of T. chatareus ranged from 38 354 to 147 185 eggs for females with total length ranging from 14.5 to 22.5 cm and total body weight from 48.7 to 270.2 g, and T. jaculatrix 25 251 to 150 456 eggs for females with total length ranging from 12.2 to 23.0 cm and total body weight from 25.7 to 275.0 g. Differences in values of gonadosomatic and hepatosomatic indexes calculated for both species in this study may have resulted from uneven sample size ranges. Comparison of two accelerators for Monte Carlo radiation transport calculations, Nvidia Tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor: A case study for X-ray CT imaging dose calculation International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Liu, T.; Xu, X.G.; Carothers, C.D. 2015-01-01 Highlights: â¢ A new Monte Carlo photon transport code ARCHER-CT for CT dose calculations is developed to execute on the GPU and coprocessor. â¢ ARCHER-CT is verified against MCNP. â¢ The GPU code on an Nvidia M2090 GPU is 5.15â5.81 times faster than the parallel CPU code on an Intel X5650 6-core CPU. â¢ The coprocessor code on an Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor is 3.30â3.38 times faster than the CPU code. - Abstract: Hardware accelerators are currently becoming increasingly important in boosting high performance computing systems. In this study, we tested the performance of two accelerator models, Nvidia Tesla M2090 GPU and Intel Xeon Phi 5110p coprocessor, using a new Monte Carlo photon transport package called ARCHER-CT we have developed for fast CT imaging dose calculation. The package contains three components, ARCHER-CT CPU , ARCHER-CT GPU and ARCHER-CT COP designed to be run on the multi-core CPU, GPU and coprocessor architectures respectively. A detailed GE LightSpeed Multi-Detector Computed Tomography (MDCT) scanner model and a family of voxel patient phantoms are included in the code to calculate absorbed dose to radiosensitive organs under user-specified scan protocols. The results from ARCHER agree well with those from the production code Monte Carlo N-Particle eXtended (MCNPX). It is found that all the code components are significantly faster than the parallel MCNPX run on 12 MPI processes, and that the GPU and coprocessor codes are 5.15â5.81 and 3.30â3.38 times faster than the parallel ARCHER-CT CPU , respectively. The M2090 GPU performs better than the 5110p coprocessor in our specific test. Besides, the heterogeneous computation mode in which the CPU and the hardware accelerator work concurrently can increase the overall performance by 13â18% The study design and methodology for the ARCHER study - adolescent rural cohort study of hormones, health, education, environments and relationships Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Steinbeck Katharine 2012-09-01 Full Text Available Abstract Background Adolescence is characterized by marked psychosocial, behavioural and biological changes and represents a critical life transition through which adult health and well-being are established. Substantial research confirms the role of psycho-social and environmental influences on this transition, but objective research examining the role of puberty hormones, testosterone in males and oestradiol in females (as biomarkers of puberty on adolescent events is lacking. Neither has the tempo of puberty, the time from onset to completion of puberty within an individual been studied, nor the interaction between age of onset and tempo. This study has been designed to provide evidence on the relationship between reproductive hormones and the tempo of their rise to adult levels, and adolescent behaviour, health and wellbeing. Methods/Design The ARCHER study is a multidisciplinary, prospective, longitudinal cohort study in 400 adolescents to be conducted in two centres in regional Australia in the State of New South Wales. The overall aim is to determine how changes over time in puberty hormones independently affect the study endpoints which describe universal and risk behaviours, mental health and physical status in adolescents. Recruitment will commence in school grades 5, 6 and 7 (10â12âyears of age. Data collection includes participant and parent questionnaires, anthropometry, blood and urine collection and geocoding. Data analysis will include testing the reliability and validity of the chosen measures of puberty for subsequent statistical modeling to assess the impact over time of tempo and onset of puberty (and their interaction and mean-level repeated measures analyses to explore for significant upward and downward shifts on target outcomes as a function of main effects. Discussion The strengths of this study include enrollment starting in the earliest stages of puberty, the use of frequent urine samples in addition to annual Performance Study of Monte Carlo Codes on Xeon Phi Coprocessors â Testing MCNP 6.1 and Profiling ARCHER Geometry Module on the FS7ONNi Problem Science.gov (United States) Liu, Tianyu; Wolfe, Noah; Lin, Hui; Zieb, Kris; Ji, Wei; Caracappa, Peter; Carothers, Christopher; Xu, X. George 2017-09-01 This paper contains two parts revolving around Monte Carlo transport simulation on Intel Many Integrated Core coprocessors (MIC, also known as Xeon Phi). (1) MCNP 6.1 was recompiled into multithreading (OpenMP) and multiprocessing (MPI) forms respectively without modification to the source code. The new codes were tested on a 60-core 5110P MIC. The test case was FS7ONNi, a radiation shielding problem used in MCNP's verification and validation suite. It was observed that both codes became slower on the MIC than on a 6-core X5650 CPU, by a factor of 4 for the MPI code and, abnormally, 20 for the OpenMP code, and both exhibited limited capability of strong scaling. (2) We have recently added a Constructive Solid Geometry (CSG) module to our ARCHER code to provide better support for geometry modelling in radiation shielding simulation. The functions of this module are frequently called in the particle random walk process. To identify the performance bottleneck we developed a CSG proxy application and profiled the code using the geometry data from FS7ONNi. The profiling data showed that the code was primarily memory latency bound on the MIC. This study suggests that despite low initial porting e_ort, Monte Carlo codes do not naturally lend themselves to the MIC platform â just like to the GPUs, and that the memory latency problem needs to be addressed in order to achieve decent performance gain. Loovlinn - kultuuriga vÃ¤Ã¤ristatud turismitoode / Triin Ojari Index Scriptorium Estoniae Ojari, Triin, 1974- 2005-01-01 Panu Lehtovuori ja Justin O'Connoriga kultuuritÃ¶Ã¶stusest ja loovate linnade loomisest. Selgitatakse kultuuritÃ¶Ã¶stuse, loovlinnade ja loovtÃ¶Ã¶stuse mÃµisteid. Manchesteri Ã¼likooli professor Justin O'Connor esines linnaruumi teemalisel seminaril Eesti Kunstiakadeemias. Seminari korraldas kunstiakadeemia urbanistika Ãµppetooli juhtima asuv Panu Lehtovuori Psychological features of attention in archery Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Ekaterina Yu. Korobeynikova 2017-06-01 Full Text Available The issue of attention is one of the leading in sports psychology. Quite often, athletesâ failures in competitions are ultimately connected with the attention processes, i.e. distraction, switching or loss of concentration. Simultaneously, each particular kind of sport is distinguished by a specific competitive situation and accordingly presents a number of requirements to athletes, including attention features. Archery is no exception. Thus, in shooting sports, concentration and stability of attention are often deemed as the most significant features of attention. The paper is devoted to the study of the attention dynamic properties in archers. Attention features of athletes were assessed depending on the sports major, gender, age, experience and level of competence. 65 archers from different regions of Russia took part in the study, including 34 males and 31 females, the average age being 16.29 Â± 1.74. Experience ranges from 1 year to 8 years, average experience is 4.46 Â± 1.93. The research results showed that archers are characterized by high indicators of stability of attention, and also high efficiency of solving attention problems. The professional success of archery was associated with the ability to distribute attention when necessary. At the same time, there were no significant differences in the features of attention for recurved and compound archers, which indicates the uniformity of tasks related to attention in the sporting practice of archers. Summing up, it is necessary to include skills in the distribution of attention in the program of psychological training of archers. Developing Army Leaders: Lessons for Teaching Critical Thinking in Distributed, Resident, and Mixed-Delivery Venues Science.gov (United States) 2014-01-01 Arulampalam, Naylor, and Smith, 2004; Cantwell, Archer, and Bourke , 2001; Hoskins, Newstead, and Dennis, 1997); race (Miller and Ewell, 2005; Talbert...1996, pp. 26â48. Cantwell, Robert, Jennifer Archer, and Sid Bourke , âA Comparison of the Academic Experiences and Achievement of University Viewing Equitable Practices through the Lens of Intersecting Identities Science.gov (United States) Lyons, RenÃ©e; Dsouza, Nikeetha; Quigley, Cassie 2016-01-01 This review explores Archer, Dawson, Seakins, and Wong's "Disorienting, fun or meaningful? Disadvantaged families' experiences of a science museum visit" by examining the analytic frameworks guiding this study. To expand on Archer et al.'s use of feminist post-structuralist theories of identity we draw from the theory ofâ¦ 2009-IJBCS-Article- Justin Abadassi African Journals Online (AJOL) hp utilized as human food, animal feed and raw ... systems, their relatively low susceptibility to ... The present work was undertaken to ... Figure 1: Principal components analysis: Biplot showing the representation of variables and .... Table 2: Population means and their standard errors for earliness variables and plant and ear. SU-F-BRD-02: Application of ARCHERRT-- A GPU-Based Monte Carlo Dose Engine for Radiation Therapy -- to Tomotherapy and Patient-Independent IMRT Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Su, L; Du, X; Liu, T; Xu, X [Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY (United States); Yang, Y; Bednarz, B [University of Wisconsin - Madison, Madison, Wisconsin (United States); Sterpin, E [Universite catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Brussels (Belgium) 2014-06-15 Purpose: As a module of ARCHER -- Accelerated Radiation-transport Computations in Heterogeneous EnviRonments, ARCHER{sub RT} is designed for RadioTherapy (RT) dose calculation. This paper describes the application of ARCHERRT on patient-dependent TomoTherapy and patient-independent IMRT. It also conducts a 'fair' comparison of different GPUs and multicore CPU. Methods: The source input used for patient-dependent TomoTherapy is phase space file (PSF) generated from optimized plan. For patient-independent IMRT, the open filed PSF is used for different cases. The intensity modulation is simulated by fluence map. The GEANT4 code is used as benchmark. DVH and gamma index test are employed to evaluate the accuracy of ARCHER{sub RT} code. Some previous studies reported misleading speedups by comparing GPU code with serial CPU code. To perform a fairer comparison, we write multi-thread code with OpenMP to fully exploit computing potential of CPU. The hardware involved in this study are a 6-core Intel E5-2620 CPU and 6 NVIDIA M2090 GPUs, a K20 GPU and a K40 GPU. Results: Dosimetric results from ARCHER{sub RT} and GEANT4 show good agreement. The 2%/2mm gamma test pass rates for different clinical cases are 97.2% to 99.7%. A single M2090 GPU needs 50~79 seconds for the simulation to achieve a statistical error of 1% in the PTV. The K40 card is about 1.7â¼1.8 times faster than M2090 card. Using 6 M2090 card, the simulation can be finished in about 10 seconds. For comparison, Intel E5-2620 needs 507â¼879 seconds for the same simulation. Conclusion: We successfully applied ARCHER{sub RT} to Tomotherapy and patient-independent IMRT, and conducted a fair comparison between GPU and CPU performance. The ARCHER{sub RT} code is both accurate and efficient and may be used towards clinical applications. Finantsteenistus / Stephen C Archer Index Scriptorium Estoniae Archer, Stephen C 2004-01-01 Ilmunud ka: 2003 : annual report : [Eesti Raudtee]. - Tallinn, 2004, lk. 46-65; 2003 : godovoi ottshjot : [Eesti Raudtee]. - Tallinn, 2004, lk. 46-65. AS-i Eesti Raudtee puhaskasum 2003. aastal oli 346,7 mln krooni. Lisatud raamatupidamise aastaaruann
1010	dbpedia	2	77	https://www.saca.com.au/news/3942722/dansie-mccauley-medal-202324-winners	en	Dansie McCauley Medal 2023/24 winners	https://resources.saca.p…2c3f/Winners.jpg	https://resources.saca.p…2c3f/Winners.jpg	[ "https://resources.saca.pulselive.com/saca/document/2023/04/26/f7606aa5-e6dd-413f-8f07-951eaa3cfb3a/saca.svg", "https://resources.saca.pulselive.com/saca/document/2023/05/12/b58ef932-8440-4899-91c3-1d952d437a19/adelaide-strikers.svg", "https://resources.saca.pulselive.com/saca/document/2023/04/26/f7606aa5-e6dd-...	[]	[]	[ "text" ]	null	[ "saca" ]	2024-03-27T04:29:36+00:00	The Official Home of the South Australian Cricket Association.	en	/resources/ver/v1.10.8/assets/saca/apple-touch-icon.png		https://www.saca.com.au/news/3942722/dansie-mccauley-medal-202324-winners	Two first time winners have been crowned at SACA’s annual Dansie McCauley Medal Night. West End Redbacks vice-captain Nathan McSweeney has won his first Dansie Medal as the teams’ best player throughout the 2023/24 season, while in a season where she became South Australia’s leading wicket taker in WNCL history, Amanda-Jade Wellington has earned her first McCauley Medal. McSweeney’s consistent season also earned him the Lord Hampden Trophy as the highest vote-getter in the Marsh Sheffield Shield, just ahead of Nathan McAndrew, who finished runners up in both awards for his outstanding 48-wicket season. After compiling 762 runs at an average of 40.1, McSweeney was the Redbacks’ highest run scorer and finished third on the competitions run tally. He hit three hundreds, the best of those when he took 28 off an over to bring up his century against New South Wales. The right-hander’s patience and defence at the crease anchored many of the Redbacks’ innings, while he also contributed at times with his off-spin bowling. McSweeney finished the Dansie Medal voting with 159 votes, ahead of McAndrew on 113 and Jordan Buckingham on 97. It was closer between the ‘Nathan Mc’s’ in the Lord Hampden Trophy, with only four votes (111 to 107) between them, after McAndrew took a career best 48 wickets (the second most in the competition) in the Sheffield Shield season at an average of 18.58. Wellington took 19 wickets to finish second on the WNCL competitions’ leading wicket taker list, with 19 the most wickets by a Scorpion this season. One of those was the 107th in her WNCL career, with that wicket taking her to the top of South Australia’s tally, moving ahead of SA legend Karen Rolton at only 26 years of age. The leg spinner finished on 140 votes, ahead of runner up Jemma Barbsy on 118, while opening batter Emma de Broughe finished third. Wellington’s 19 wickets came at an average of 24.47 and with best figures of 4-50, but it wasn’t just Wellington’s bowling that impressed. She also made 304 runs, often saving the Scorpions from precarious positions in innings, scoring three half centuries with a high score of 73. Barsby finishing as the runner up was also due to impressive all-round performances in a season where she played her 100th WNCL match and claimed her 50th wicket for South Australia. The captain finished in the top 10 of WNCL wicket takers after taking 16 wickets with best figures of 5-20, along with making 236 runs including two half centuries. de Broughe, who earned the Betty Wilson Best Young Cricketer Award at the Australian Cricket Awards, finished third for the second year in a row, after making two half centuries, with a top score of 90, among her 319 runs. In the men’s short format, Daniel Drew earned the Marsh One Day Cup MVP Award for an outstanding season with the bat, despite playing only four innings. After the perfect start to the season where he made a century in the opening match against eventual Champions Western Australia, he went on to make 259 runs at an average of 64.75. He made another two half centuries (52 v Tasmania and 84 v Western Australia) throughout the season. McSweeney also impressed in the shorter format, leading the team’s run scoring with 307 runs at 51.17 to be runner up in the MVP voting, with both he and Drew finishing in the top 10 of the competitions’ run scorers. Buckingham came in third thanks to his equal team-high nine wickets at 13.89, while Henry Thornton also finished the season with nine wickets. After his third place finish, Buckingham earned the Barry Jarman Award for displaying significant improvement, distinguished character and respect for the game in the last 12 months. The Barry ‘Nugget’ Rees Award for his passion, humility, honesty, integrity, team work and respect for the game of cricket went to Wes Agar. Vice-captain of the Scorpions team, Bridget Patterson, was the winner of the Tegan McPharlin Award for her efforts demonstrating the Scorpions values and contributing positively to team culture. The Lauren Ebsary Award for best young player was awarded to pace bowler Kate Peterson, who took 14 wickets throughout the season with a best of 4-34. Middle order batter Courtney Webb was also recognised for leading the run-scoring for the Scorpions for the third year running. A new award was handed out for the first time on Thursday night, with Thomas Kelly the inaugural winner of the Player Community Award, which recognises a male or female player who has made an outstanding contribution to the community, external of the clubs existing programs, during the year. Kelly earned the award for his work as a Childhood Cancer Ambassador, helping to organise and support a charity cricket match to raise funds for a young family going through a difficult time and much more. Kane Halfpenny from the SACA Under 19 Premier Cricket side and Tea Tree Gully was the recipient of the Peter Wang Award for the best youth player, after making 256 runs at an average of 42.67. The Adelaide Strikers MVP’s were also awarded, with Katie Mack earning the WBBL MVP Award in a Championship winning season and Matthew Short winning his third BBL MVP in a row. It was a special night at Adelaide Oval, where the life of Mr Neil Dansie was celebrated in what was the first Dansie McCauley Medal Night since his passing, a number of cricketers were acknowledged for outstanding seasons, from the elite level to grassroots. Outgoing General Manager, Cricket Tim Nielsen was also recognised for his work in the role of General Manager, Cricket for the past decade. At the beginning of the night, SACA President Will Rayner announced that from the 2024/25 cricket season onwards, SA's state representative teams will return to their historical name of ‘South Australia’. All the winners: Neil Dansie Award – Nathan McSweeney Andrea McCauley Medal – Amanda-Jade Wellington Lord Hampden Trophy (Sheffield Shield Player of the Year) – Nathan McSweeney Marsh One Day Cup MVP – Daniel Drew Strikers WBBL MVP – Katie Mack Strikers BBL MVP – Matthew Short Tegan McPharlin Award (team culture) – Bridget Patterson Barry ‘Nugget’ Rees (team culture) Award – Wes Agar Lauren Ebsary Award (best young player) – Kate Peterson Barry Jarman (most improved) Award – Jordan Buckingham State Indigenous Female Player of the Year – Febi Mansell State Indigenous Male Player of the Year – Liam Connors Peter Wang (best youth player) Award – Kane Halfpenny Under 19 Male Batting – Kane Halfpenny Under 19 Male Bowling – Deakin Murphy Under 19 Female Batting – Eleanor Larosa Under 19 Female Bowling – Nicole Hobbs Under 17 Male Batting – Matthew LeRay Under 17 Male Bowling – Ryan Percival, Lachlan Ranaldo and Roman Crawford Under 16 Female Batting – Indira Panelli Under 16 Female Bowling – Makenzie Holy
1010	dbpedia	2	20	https://www.basketballengland.co.uk/news/2024/weabl-2023-24-regular-season-award-winners-announced/	en	WEABL: 2023/24 Regular Season Award Winners Announced	https://www.basketballen…1547929762670000	https://www.basketballen…1547929762670000	[ "https://www.basketballengland.co.uk/app_themes/be/img/be-logo.svg", "https://www.basketballengland.co.uk/App_Themes/BE/svg/arrow-right-red.svg", "https://www.basketballengland.co.uk/media/ndleccec/weabl.png?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=1400&height=400&rnd=133090287449200000", "https://www.basketballengland....	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	The 2023/24 WEABL regular season is over, giving the opportunity to look back at some of the year's top performances.	en	/media/2383/be-favicon.png?anchor=center&mode=crop&width=16&height=16&rnd=131547929762670000		null	The 2023/24 WEABL regular season is over, giving the opportunity to look back at some of the year's top performances. MVP, All-Conference 1st and 2nd teams, Most Improved Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, U17 Player of the Year and Coach of the Year are all up for grabs, giving some players the chance to top off their impressive seasons with well-deserved accolades. Congratulations to all those chosen and don’t forget you can still attend this week's WEABL playoff final between Copleston and CoLA at Manchester’s National Basketball Performance Academy. Tickets to attend the final are free, but still need to be obtained for capacity reasons. To secure your ticket, please head to the Basketball England shop by clicking here. MVP Erin Powell is the unanimous choice for this year's North conference MVP. The Charnwood College Riders' standout was a menace across the campaign, finishing with a WEABL-best 24.8PPG and multiple Player of the Week picks. The 2021/22 U17 Player of the Year winner also led the league's efficiency charts, adding 6.1APG, 11.1RPG and 1.4BPG to a truly impressive year. Charnwood went 9-0 this season to seal top spot, and with Powell's production at their disposal, it's not hard to see why. South MVP goes to another conference winner in the form of Copleston's Liv Forster. The talented shooter certainly lit things up for her side this season, contributing 15.0PPG along with 6.1APG as the guard drove an offence that averaged 86.4PPG across the campaign despite averaging just over 25 minutes per game. Forster also shone in the two games against Copleston's next closest rivals CoLA this season, particularly in March's trip to London when Forster netted 23 points that also included five triples in a narrow 76-74 victory. Coach of the Year Given their perfect record this season, it is no surprise to see Nick Moodey named as the North Coach of the Year. Charnwood not only went perfect across their schedule, they also did it in dominant fashion. With a +247 point difference across their nine games, the Riders were firing at both ends of the court this season. Moodey also got the best out of MVP Erin Powell and her continued development, along with helping to nurture strong statistical seasons from the likes of Louise Fisher, Emily Taylor and others. Continuing the theme, there is another award heading to Copleston and this time it's for head coach Nick Drane. Given Copleston's strong showing across the WEABL for a number of seasons, including five Final Four appearances and a shared playoff title in the COVID-affected 2019/20 season, this is remarkably Drane's first Coach of the Year honour. With the Suffolk programme providing this year's MVP pick plus three other All-Conference selections, Drane is a worthy choice and clearly earned the plaudits from his fellow coaches this year. All Conference 1st Team Powell takes up her automatic spot in the First team, and she has some lofty company across the other four selections. Nottingham duo Samantha Mullock (15.3PPG, 16.8RPG) and Valerie Cassidy De Falco (19.9PPG, 6.9APG) were both stats leaders, with Mullock taking the rebound crown and Falco nabbing assist honours. Manchester's Elizandra Costa (16.0PPG, 3.9SPG) was also recognised, as was Powell's team mate Louise Fisher (14.7PPG, 8.7RPG). Forster is automatically placed into this season's All-First team, and is joined by a couple of familiar faces in Christabel Osarobo and Yazmin Edwards. Osarobo (14.6PPG, 10.3RPG) and Edwards (23.0PPG, 5.3SPG) were both stats monsters this season for the conference winners, taking up worthy spots in the line up. Felicia Jacobs (11.8PPG, 10.5RPG) was Forster's closest rival for the MVP award and is also selected, as is another CoLA player, Glory Kabia (6.1PPG, 3.1APG, 2.4RPG). All Conference 2nd Team Two Manchester Mystics' standouts make the All-Second team in Alejandra Escriva Gay (9.0PPG) and Carina Costa (16.0PPG), alongside Nottingham's Alina Riley (11.2PPG, 3.6APG), who moves up from last year's Most Improved Player award. Lauren Cooper (9.3PPG, 4.3APG) adds to Charnwood's list of winners, whilst Danielle McNamara (13.3PPG, 13.0RPG) is Sheffield's only selection after their winless campaign. There's more Copleston love as forward Louisa Gibbins (10.3PPG, 7.8RPG) is selected following last season's U17 Player of the Year award, with CoLA's Violet Stutz (6.7PPG) and Shay Oyewole (7.1PPG) also recognised. The five is rounded out by JMA's Elia Ando (13.4PPG, 15.0RPG), who was second in the league's rebound charts this year, and Itchen's Florrie Cotterill (9.7PPG). Defensive Player of the Year There was a three way tie in the North for Defensive Player of the Year, with the deadlock being split by most first place votes. That gave this year's award to Manchester's Alexandra Hernandez, with Erin Powell and Valerie Cassidy De Falco close behind. Manchester had the North's top defence despite Charnwood's unbeaten record, allowing just 64.7PPG as Hernandez played a major role. In the South it was a different story with Copleston's Christabel Osarobo earning a near-unanimous selection after amassing 3.9SPG and 4.9DRPG to make it back-to-back DPOY picks. Copleston allowed a paltry 41.2PPG on the year and Osarobo's efforts across the defensive end, both on and off the ball, were a big reason why. Most Improved Player Manchester's Sara Blake-Smith and Copleston's Yazmin Edwards are recipients of this year's Most Improved Player awards. Blake-Smith stepped up to aid Manchester's push to second spot in the North, controlling the glass with 8.0RPG to go with 4.0PPG as the young forward continues to build on her ever-expanding skillset. With Yazmin Edwards jumping into All-First team selection, it is no surprise to see the young guard catching the eye of coaches across the South conference. Her numbers leap off the page (23.4PPG, 7.0RPG, 5.4SPG), and she achieved significant output this season despite averaging less than 28 minutes per game. U17 Player of the Year Awarded to the best Year 12 players from across the league, Nottingham's Samantha Mullock and CoLA's Adaora Dioramma have both been recognised. Despite playing in her first WEABL campaign, Mullock led the league in rebounding (16.8RPG), also dealing 3.0APG and 1.2BPG, both good for top tens across the league this season. Adding in 15.3PPG, it's no surprise that Mullock only trailed MVP Erin Powell for overall efficiency this year. Dioramma looks primed to continue the line of impressive CoLA forwards after her debut season. Following in the foot steps of the likes of Felicia Jacobs and Esther Kursite, plus former MVP winner Isi Ozzy-Momodu, Dioramma played well in 2023/24 to the tune of 7.6PPG, 6.6RPG and a 52.3FG%. CoLA went 7-3 and claimed the second seed, giving Dioramma a chance to also impress in the post-season as well. .
1010	dbpedia	2	61	https://clutchpoints.com/shell-nba-awards-news-victor-oladipo-wins-most-improved-player-award	en	NBA Awards news: Victor Oladipo wins Most Improved Player award	https://wp.clutchpoints.…ges/og_image.jpg		[ "https://pixel.quantserve.com/pixel/p-MMgxc4wxj3pp5.gif", "https://sb.scorecardresearch.com/p?c1=2&c2=20567959&cv=2.0&cj=1", "https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/images/assets/ClutchPoints_Logo_Stroke_v2.webp", "https://wp.clutchpoints.com/wp-content/images/og_image.jpg", "https://clutchpoints.com/google...	[]	[]	[ "Victor Oladipo" ]	null	[ "Bruno Manrique", "clutchpoints.com" ]	2018-06-26T01:22:29+00:00	The second-ever NBA Awards bring forward some of the best players, coaches, and plays, recognizing the best of the best throughout a long 82-game NBA season. The NBA announced that Victor Oladipo of the Indiana Pacers will...	en		ClutchPoints	https://clutchpoints.com/shell-nba-awards-news-victor-oladipo-wins-most-improved-player-award	The second-ever NBA Awards bring forward some of the best players, coaches, and plays, recognizing the best of the best throughout a long 82-game NBA season. TNT televised this awards ceremony in conjunction with the NBA, giving the players the opportunity to celebrate these accomplishments in front of their peers. MOST IMPROVED PLAYER Award WINNER: Victor Oladipo Oladipo took the turn he was once expected to take with Russell Westbrook in Oklahoma City last season, except this time, he was able to become the face of this franchise, averaging a solid 23.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 2.4 steals per game through 75 appearances (the most since his rookie year). The 6-foot-4 shooting guard managed to make this front office look spectacular, managing to best OKC's win mark throughout the 2017-18 season, despite aligning the likes of Russell Westbrook, former star Paul George, and Carmelo Anthony in one starting lineup.
1010	dbpedia	0	4	https://www.eurohoops.net/en/eurobasket/485607/eurobasket-2017-guide/21/	en	EuroBasket 2017 Guide	https://images.eurohoops…qWGg-600x314.jpg	https://images.eurohoops…qWGg-600x314.jpg	[ "https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=1768901460005054&ev=PageView&noscript=1", "https://www.eurohoops.net/wp-content/themes/eurohoopsV2/assets/img/logo-header.png", "https://www.eurohoops.net/wp-content/themes/eurohoopsV2/assets/img/euroleague-logo.png", "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/d644db745d1201b1f0fa6e57...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Utkan Sahin" ]	2017-08-01T20:06:52+00:00	The grand news folder that will be your eyes and ears for EuroBasket 2017 is ready!	en	https://www.eurohoops.ne…/img/favicon.png	Eurohoops	https://www.eurohoops.net/en/eurobasket/485607/eurobasket-2017-guide/21/	By Utkan Şahin – Translation: Anıl Can Sedef / info@eurohoops.net Everything you should know before the big opening of EuroBasket 2017 is right here, on one page! All the latest updates and news about the teams, preliminary squads, schedules for pre-tournament friendlies and much more… With each pre-tournament results, our exclusive folder will be updated to give you the most accurate and recent information about all EuroBasket 2017 teams and to prepare you for the big tournament. Group A (Helsinki) Finland France Iceland Poland Slovenia Greece Group B (Tel Aviv) Germany Italy Israel Georgia Lithuania Ukraine Group C (Cluj Napoca) Czech Republic Croatia Montenegro Hungary Spain Romania Group D (İstanbul) Belgium Great Britain Latvia Russia Serbia Turkey Finland – Squad (12 players) – Group A Jamar Wilson (Estudiantes – PG) 30 games 7.9 points, 1.5 assists, 1.4 rebounds Teemu Rannikko (Kataja – PG) 52 games 12.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, 6.7 assists Petteri Koponen (Barcelona – G) 59 games 9.3 points, 2.1 assists, 1.9 rebounds Sasu Salin (Gran Canaria – SG) 50 games 7.6 points, 1.8 rebounds, 0.9 assist – Malaga Mikko Koivisto (Vilpas – SG) 40 games 9.1 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists Shawn Huff (Fraport – SF) 29 games 6.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 0.5 assist Carl Lindbom (Seagulls – SF) 46 games 10.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists Matti Nuutinen (Roanne – SF) 34 games 6.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 0.8 assist Erik Murphy (Strasbourg – PF) 59 games 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.9 assist Tuukka Kotti (Crailsheim – PF) 28 games 9.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists – Seagulls Lauri Markkanen (Arizona – PF/C) 37 games 15.6 points, 7.2 riband, 0.9 assist – Bulls Gerald Lee (Seagulls – C) 36 games 12.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.9 assist COACH: Henrik Dettman 11 players from EuroBasket 2015 roster are in the preliminary squad, only 9 players are still included from FIBA World Cup 2014 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 29.1 years Number of players aged 20-25: 1 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 6 players Number of players over the age of 30: 5 players The youngest player in the squad: Lauri Markkanen – 20 The oldest player in the squad: Teemu Rannikko – 36 Average height of preliminary squad: 198.8 average Number of players under 190 cm: 2 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Jamar Wilson – 1.85 The tallest player in the squad: Lauri Markkanen – 2.13 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Korisliiga (Finland): 4 players NCAA: 1 player ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 3 players EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 2 players LNB Pro A (France): 1 player LNB Pro B (France Second League): 1 player EuroLeague: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (1-7) 29 July Finland-Latvia: 81-85 (Gerald Lee 21 points, Žanis Peiners 16 points) * 04 August Finland-Russia: 75-91 (Sasu Salin 23 points, Vitaly Fridzon 18 points) * 05 August Finland-Israel: 92-97 (Lauri Markkanen 18 points, Gal Mekel 18 points) * 09 August Finland-Italy: 64-78 (Shawn Huff 13 points, Marco Belinelli 15 points) * 11 August Finland-Italy: 70-75 (Lauri Markkanen 19 points, Gigi Datome 14 points) * 12 August Finland-Turkey: 93-88 (Erik Murphy 15 points, Cedi Osman 19 points) * 18 August Finland-Czech Republic: 62-83 (Erik Murphy 10 points, Tomas Satoransky 16 points) * 25 August Finland-Russia: 91-100 (Lauri Markkanen 26 points, Alexey Shved 20 points) * Depth Chart PG: Petteri Koponen – Jamar Wilson – Teemu Rannikko SG: Sasu Salin – Mikko Koivisto SF: Shawn Huff – Mattu Nuutinen – Carl Lindbom PF: Erik Murphy – Tuukka Kotti C : Lauri Markkanen – Gerald Lee Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Ville Kaunisto, Hanno Mottola, and Antero Lehto will not play for Finland this summer. News Tuomas Hirvonen, Edon Maxhuni, Shawn Hopkins, Okko Jarvi, Antti Kanervo, Arttu Saarijarvi, Juho Nenonen, Samuli Nieminen, Matias Ojala, Julius Rajala, Ville Kaunisto, Anton Odabaşı, Oskar Michelsen, Mika Nuolivirta and Hannes Pölla were removed from the preliminary squad. Τeemu Ranniko will play in the Eurobasket Roope Ahonen, Harold Aido, Topias Palmi and Alexander Madsen were removed from the preliminary squad. Petteri Koponen started practicing with the team. The final roster France – Squad (12 Players) – Group A Thomas Heurtel (A. Efes – PG) 68 games 12.4 points, 6.1 assists, 1.9 rebounds – Barcelona Antoine Diot (Valencia – PG) 55 games 7.9 points, 4.1 assists, 1.9 rebounds Leo Westermann (Zalgiris – PG) 72 games 7.4 points, 4.6 assists, 3.0 rebounds – CSKA Nando De Colo (CSKA – G) 52 games 18.3 points, 4.2 assists, 2.7 rebounds Evan Fournier (Magic – SG) 68 games 17.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists Edwin Jackson (Estudiantes – SG) 32 games 21.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.4 assists – Southern Axel Toupane (905 Raptors – SF) 36 games 16.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists – Zalgiris Boris Diaw (Jazz – PF) 73 games 4.6 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists Louis Labeyrie (P. Levallois – PF) 35 games 10.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 0.8 assist – Strasbourg Kevin Seraphin (Pacers – C) 49 games 4.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 0.5 assist Joffrey Lauvergne (Bulls – PF/C) 70 games 5.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.0 assist – Spurs Vincent Poirier (P. Levallois – C) 41 games 10.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, 0.8 block – Baskonia COACH: Vincent Collet 5 players from Rio Olympics 2016 roster are in the preliminary squad, 5 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 26.8 years Number of players aged 20-25: 2 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 8 players Number of players over the age of 30: 2 players The youngest player in the squad: Vincent Poirier – 23 The oldest player in the squad: Boris Diaw – 35 Average height of preliminary squad: 200.6 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 7 players The shortest player in the squad: Thomas Heurtel – 1.88 The tallest player in the squad: Vincent Poirier – 2.13 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) EuroLeague: 3 players NBA: 4 players LNB Pro A (France): 2 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 1 player Tahincioğlu Süper Ligi (Turkey): 1 player VTB League: 1 player LKL (Lithuania): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (6-2) 05 August France-Tunisia 67-53 (Nando De Colo 20 points, Mourad El Mabrouk 14 points) * 08 August France-Croatia: 87-92 (Evan Fournier 24 points, Bojan Bogdanovic 21 points) * 10 August France-Lithuania: 98-77 (Evan Fournier 17 points, Martynas Gecevicius 14 points) * 15 August France-Lithuania: 71-96 (Nando De Colo 16 points, Mantas Kalnietis 18 points) * 18 August France-Belgium: 85-60 (Evan Fournier 15 points, Sam Van Rossom 9 points) * 19 August France-Montenegro: 100-70 (Nando De Colo 24 points, Tyrese Rice 14 points) * 20 August France-Italy: 88-63 (Joffrey Lauvergne 20 points, Marco Belinelli 15 points) * 27 August France-Germany: 85-79 (Evan Fournier 16 points, Dennis Schroder 23 points) * Depth Chart PG: Thomas Heurtel – Antoine Diot – Leo Westermann SG: Nando De Colo -Edwin Jackson SF: Evan Fournier – Axel Toupane PF: Boris Diaw – Louis Labeyrie C: Joffrey Lauvergne – Kevin Seraphin – Vincent Poirier Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Nicolas Batum, Rudy Gobert, Charles Kahudi, Timothe Luwawu, Florent Pietrus, Fabien Causeur and Mickael Gelabale will not play for France this summer. News Gobert will miss the upcoming Eurobasket Rodrigue Beaubois was removed from the preliminary squad. Luwawu-Cabarrot to miss the EuroBasket Moustapha Fall is injured and he is going to miss the Eurobasket. Collet: “Our ambitions remain high” Fabien Causeur to miss the EuroBasket Axel Toupane added to the team Diaw: “The goal is the same, win a medal” Lauverge and Poirier out of practice until next week Livio Jean-Charles and Mathias Lessort were cut 150 games for De Colo Yakuba Ouattara was cut Diot expected to play in EuroBasket despite injury France in Berlin with 13 players Kim Tillie is the last cut from France Iceland – Squad (12 players) – Group A Hörður Vilhjálmsson (Keflavík – PG) 34 games 12.5 points, 5.6 assists, 4.4 rebounds – Astana Ægir Steinarsson (Burgos – PG) 43 games 5.2 points, 3.9 assists, 2.6 rebounds – TAU Castello Elvar Fridriksson (Barry – PG) 30 games 17.4 points, 7.7 assists, 4.3 rebounds Martin Hermannsson (Charleville – SG) 34 games, 17.1 points, 5.7 assists, 3.6 rebounds – Chalon Logi Gunnarsson (Njardvik – SG) 22 games 20.0 points, 3.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds Brynjar Bjornsson (KR – G) 32 games 16.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists Jon Stefánsson (KR – SF) 22 games 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists Haukur Pálsson (Rouen – PF) 26 games 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists Kristófer Acox (Furman – F) 35 games 13.0 points, 7.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists – KR Pavel Ermolinski (KR – PF) 31 games 9.9 points, 9.0 rebounds, 6.8 assists Hlynur Bæringsson (Stjarnan – C) 28 games 15.7 points, 12.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists Tryggvi Hlinason (Thor – C) 25 games 11.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 block – Valencia COACH: Craig Pedersen 11 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 8 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.3 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged 20-25: 3 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 4 players Number of players over the age of 30: 4 players The youngest player in the squad: Tryggvi Hlinason – 19 The oldest player in the squad: Logi Gunnarsson – 35 Average height of preliminary squad: 195.3 average Number of players under 190 cm: 2 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 7 players Number of players over 200 cm: 3 players The shortest player in the squad: Elvar Fridriksson – 1.82 The tallest player in the squad: Tryggvi Hlinason – 2.16 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Premier League (Iceland): 8 players NCAA: 1 player Leb Oro (Spain Second League): 1 player LNB Pro A (France): 1 player LNB Pro B (France Second League): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (3-5) 27 July Iceland-Belgium: 83-76 (Martin Hermannsson 15 points, Manu Lecomte 15 points) * 29 July Iceland-Belgium: 85-70 (Hlynur Bæringsson 17 points, Quentin Serron 16 points) * 11 August Iceland-Germany: 66-90 (Martin Hermannsson 12 points, Danilo Barthel 18 points) * 12 August Iceland-Hungary: 60-56 (Martin Hermannsson 14 points, Zoltan Perl 17 points) * 13 August Iceland-Russia: 69-82 (Martin Hermannsson 22 points, Mikhail Kulagin 15 points) * 19 August Iceland-Hungary: 66-81 (Martin Hermannsson 13 points, David Vojvoda 17 points) * 20 August Iceland-Hungary: 67-82 (Martin Hermannsson 17 points, David Vojvoda 12 points) * 23 August Iceland-Lithuania: 62-84 (Tryggvi Hlinason 19 points, Mindaugas Kuzminskas 17 points) * Depth Chart PG: Hörður Vilhjálmsson – Ægir Steinarsson – Elvar Fridriksson SG: Martin Hermannsson – Logi Gunnarsson – Brynjar Bjornsson SF: Jon Stefánsson – Pavel Ermolinski PF: Haukur Pálsson – Kristófer Acox C : Hlynur Bæringsso – Tryggvi Hlinason Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Jakob Sigurdarson and Helgi Magnusson will not play for Iceland this summer. News Matthias Sigurdarson, Pétur Rúnar Birgisson, Dagur Jónsson, Jón Gudmundsson, Gunnar Olafsson, Kári Jónsson, Kristinn Pálsson, Ragnar Nathanaelsson and Sigurdur Thorsteinsson were removed this preliminary squad. Tryggvi Hlinason’s pre-Eurobasket highlights (VIDEO) The final roster Poland – Squad (12 players) – Group A Lukasz Koszarek (Z. Góra – PG) 59 games 8.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists A.J. Slaughter (Strasbourg – G) 63 games 12.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists – ASVEL Przemyslaw Zamojski (Z. Gora – SG) 54 games 8.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists Mateusz Ponitka (P. Karşıyaka – SG/SF) 47 games 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists – Tenerife Karol Gruszecki (Z. Góra – SF) 60 games 6.6 points, 2.5 rebounds, 0.9 assist – Torun Michal Sokolowski (Rosa Radom – SF) 49 games 12.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists Adam Waczynski (Unicaja Malaga – SF) 53 games 7.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, 0.9 assist Aaron Cel (Gravelines – PF) 31 games 6.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 0.6 assist – Torun Tomasz Gielo (Joventut – PF) 32 games 4.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, 0.5 assist Damian Kulig (Banvit – C) 50 games 9.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.2 blocks Adam Hrycaniuk (Z. Góra – C) 61 games 5.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.7 assist Przemyslaw Karnowski (Gonzaga – C) 39 games 12.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 0.9 block – Andorra COACH: Mike Taylor 8 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, however, 8 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.9 years Number of players aged 20-25: 4 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 2 players Number of players over the age of 30: 6 players The youngest player in the squad: Przemyslaw Karnowski – 23 The oldest player in the squad: Lukasz Koszarek – 33 Average height of preliminary squad: 199.1 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 6 players Number of players over 200 cm: 5 players The shortest player in the squad: Lukasz Koszarek – 1.87 The tallest player in the squad: Przemyslaw Karnowski – 2.16 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) PKL (Poland): 5 players LNB Pro A (France): 2 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players Tahincioğlu Süper Ligi (Turkey): 2 players NCAA: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (7-4) 28 July Poland-Czech Republic: 101-68 (Mateusz Ponitka 22 points, Patrik Auda 10 points) * 29 July Poland-Czech Republic: 85-72 (Tomasz Giello 13 points, Lukas Palyza 14 points) * 04 August Poland-Lithuania: 58-59 (Damian Kulig 14 points, Jonas Valanciunas 14 points) * 06 August Poland-Latvia: 80-76 (Mateusz Ponitka 14 points, Rolands Smits 14 points) * 11 August Poland-Latvia: 65-77 (Damian Kulig 12 points, Kristaps Porzingis 24 points) * 18 August Poland-Serbia: 78-85 (Mateusz Ponitka 22 points, Vladimir Lucic 22 points) * 19 August Poland-Germany: 80-75 (Adam Waczynski 18 points, Dennis Schröder 26 points) * 20 August Poland-Russia: 81-78 (AJ Slaughter 16 points, Alexey Shved 20 points) * 24 August Poland-Israel: 74-77 (Mateusz Ponitka 12 points, Omri Casspi 15 points) * 25 August Poland-Great Britain: 86-76 (Adam Waczynski 13 points, Dan Clark 16 points) * 26 August Poland-Hungary: 73-63 (Przemysław Karnowski 21 points, Csaba Ferencz 16 points) * Depth Chart PG: Lukasz Koszarek – AJ Slaughter SG: Mateusz Ponitka – Przemyslaw Zamojski SF: Adam Waczynski – Karol Gruszecki – Michal Sokolowski PF: Aaron Cel – Tomasz Gielo C : Damian Kulig – Adam Hrycaniuk – Przemyslaw Karnowski Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Marcin Gortat retired from Polish National Team, even if there’s no official announcement yet and a window for a possible future return is still open. Aleksandar Czyz and Maciej Lampe will not play for Poland this summer. News The first Eurobasket for Poland after Gortat Robert Skibiewski, Bartosz Diduszko, Jaroslaw Mokros, Dominik Olejniczak and Szymon Szewczyk were removed from the preliminary squad. Daniel Szymkiewicz, Mathieu Wojciechowski and Michal Michalak were removed from the preliminary squad. Aleksandr Czyz was removed from the preliminary squad. Thanks to a big shot by Mateusz Ponitka, Poland beat Russia on Sunday and here’s what happened on the court. (VIDEO) The final roster of Poland Slovenia – Squad (12 players) – Group A Goran Dragić (Heat – PG) 73 games 20.3 points, 5.8 assists, 3.8 rebounds Aleksej Nikolić (Brose – PG) 23 games 5.8 points, 2.5 assists, 1.2 rebounds Matic Rebec (KRKA Novo – PG) 56 games 11.1 points, 5.2 assists, 3.2 rebounds Luka Dončić (Real Madrid – SG) 80 games 7.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists Jaka Blažič (Baskonia – SG) 69 games 5.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 0.4 assist – Andorra Klemen Prepelič (Limoges, G) 33 games 15.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists – Paris L. Edo Muric (Banvit – SF) 49 games 6.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists Vlatko Čančar (Mega Leks – SF) 43 games 7.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists Anthony Randolph (Real Madrid – PF) 74 games 9.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.1 blocks Gasper Vidmar (Banvit – C) 35 games, 10.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists Ziga Dimec (KRKA Novo – C) 59 games 9.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 0.4 block Saša Zagorac (Parma – PF/C) 34 games 9.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists – Sopron COACH: Igor Kokoškov 3 players from EuroBasket 2015 roster are in the preliminary squad, 6 players are still included from FIBA World Cup 2014 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 25.2 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged 20-25: 5 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 4 players Number of players over the age of 30: 2 players The youngest player in the squad: Luka Dončić – 18 The oldest player in the squad: Saša Zagorac – 33 Average height of preliminary squad: 199.7 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 7 players The shortest player in the squad: Matic Rebec – 1.80 The tallest player in the squad: Ziga Dimec&Gasper Vidmar&Anthony Randolph – 2.11 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) ABA Liga: 4 players Liga Novo (Slovenia): 3 players EuroLeague: 4 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players Tahincioğlu Süper Ligi (Turkey): 2 players NBA: 1 player EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 1 player LNB Pro A (France): 1 player VTB League: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (5-3) 30 July Slovenia-University of Russia: 79-63 (Luka Doncic 14 points, V. Brykin 13 points) * 04 August Slovenia-Hungary: 84-64 (Luka Doncic 18 points, David Vojvoda 15 points) * 06 August Slovenia-Czech Republic: 88-80 (Luka Doncic 20 points, Martin Peterka 17 points) * 12 August Slovenia-Croatia: 81-85 (Luka Doncic 27 points, Dario Saric 25 points) * 13 August Slovenia-Ukraine: 78-67 (Jaka Blazic 14 points, Artem Pustovoy 13 points) * 18 August Slovenia-Israel: 77-81 (Luka Doncic 24 points, Omri Casspi 24 points) * 19 August Slovenia-Turkey: 84-86 (Goran Dragic 22 points, Melih Mahmutoglu 20 points) * 24 August Slovenia-Croatia: 74-73 (Goran Dragic 18 points, Dario Saric 16 points) * Depth Chart PG: Goran Dragic – Aleksej Nikolic – Matic Rebec SG: Luka Doncic – Jaka Blazic – Klemen Prepelic SF: Edo Muric – Vlatko Cancar PF: Anthony Randolph – Sasa Zagorac C: Gasper Vidmar – Ziga Dimec Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Zoran Dragic, Alen Omic, and Jaka Klobucar will not play for Slovenia this summer. News Randolph joins Slovenia for EuroBasket Erazem Lorbek joins Slovenian national team preparation squad Tomas Bolcina was removed from the preliminary squad. Doncic: “I want to win a medal with Slovenia” Luka Rupnik and Blaz Mahkovic were removed from the preliminary squad. Luka Doncic’s debut with Slovenian NT (VIDEO) Doncic vs Hungary (VIDEO) Doncic scores 20 against the Czech Republic (VIDEO) Cancar out for 10 days Erazem Lorbek and Gregor Horvat were removed from the preliminary squad. Luka Doncic’s highlights against Croatia (VIDEO) Petrovic: “A player like Doncic comes once in a decade or more” Zan Sisko was removed from the preliminary squad. Israel vs Slovenia highlights (VIDEO) Jan Kosi has left the team’s preparation, as announced. Goran Dragic to retire from the Slovenian NT after the Eurobasket The final roster announced Greece – Squad (12 players) – Group A Nick Calathes (Panathinaikos – PG) 68 games 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists Kostas Sloukas (Fenerbahçe – PG) 60 games 9.5 points, 4.5 assists, 2.4 rebounds Vangelis Mantzaris (Olympiakos – G) 69 games 5.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists Nikos Pappas (Panathinaikos – SG) 63 games 6.5 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists Kostas Papanikolaou (Olympiakos – SF) 66 games 8.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists Ioannis Papapetrou (Olympiakos – F) 69 games 5.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, 0.4 block Georgios Printezis (Olympiakos – PF) 63 games 11.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists Dimitrios Agravanis (Olympiakos – PF) 51 games 4.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.3 assist Thanasis Antetokounmpo (Andorra – F) 34 games 7.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.8 assist – Panathinaikos George Papagiannis (Kings – C) 22 games 5.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.7 block Georgios Bogris (Tenerife – C) 54 games 8.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.0 assist – Olympiakos Ioannis Bourousis (Panathinaikos – C) 68 games 9.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.8 assist – Guangdong COACH: Kostas Missas 7 players from Rio Olympics 2016 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, however, 6 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 26.5 years Number of players aged 20-25: 3 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 7 players Number of players over the age of 30: 2 players The youngest player in the squad: George Papagiannis – 20 The oldest player in the squad: Ioannis Bourousis – 33 Average height of preliminary squad: 203.8 average Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 8 players The shortest player in the squad: Kostas Sloukas – 1.92 The tallest player in the squad: George Papagiannis – 2.17 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Euroleague: 9 players Stoiximan.gr Basket League (Greece): 9 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players Tahincioğlu Süper Ligi (Turkey): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (6-3) 07 August Greece-Romania: 106-48 (Kostas Papanikolaou 17 points, Vlad Moldovenau 14 points) * 08 August Greece-Great Britain: 92-64 (Georgios Printezis 12 points, Gabe Olaseni 13 points) * 11 August Greece-Montenegro: 83-81 (Giannis Antetokounmpo 20 points, Nikola Ivanovic 22 points) * 12 August Greece-Serbia: 61-93 (Ioannis Bourousis 15 points, Bogdan Bogdanovic 14 points) * 18 August Greece-Great Britain: 72-68 (Nikos Pappas 22 points, Andrew Lawrence 13 points) * 19 August Greece-Great Britain: 88-84 (Nikos Pappas 22 points, Dan Clark 23 points) * 23 August Greece-Georgia: 71-72 (Georgios Printezis 14 points, Giorgi Shermadini 23 points) * 24 August Greece-Italy: 73-70 (Georgios Printezis 19 points, Daniel Hackett 19 points) * 25 August Greece-Serbia: 67-69 (Kostas Sloukas 13 points, Dragan Milosavljevic 17 points) * Depth Chart PG: Nick Calathes – Kostas Sloukas SG: Vangelis Mantzaris – Nikos Pappas – Giannoulis Larentzakis SF: Kostas Papanikolaou – Ioannis Papapetrou – Thanasis Antetokounmpo PF: Georgios Printezis – Dimitrios Agravanis C: Ioannis Bourousis – George Papagiannis – Georgios Bogris Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Vassilis Spanoulis and Nikos Zisis retired for Greece National Team. Kostas Koufos and Giannis Antetokounmpo are injured. News Tyler Dorsey out of Greek National team Zach Auguste out for Greek Nation Team Giannis: “I want to bring success with this team” Giannis out of action for five days Vangelis Mantzaris on the Greek NT and Giannis Giorgos Papagiannis on the Eurobasket and a match up with Bogdan Bogdanovic Missas: “We will attack during the first 8-10 seconds” Sloukas message to Bogdan The highlights of Greece’s win over Romania Highlights from Montenegro – Greece friendly game Highlights from Serbia’s win against Greece Bourousis, Printezis, and Papapetrou out with stomach flu Giannis Antetokounmpo missing the Eurobasket Giannis Antetokounmpo in Greek NT practice Giannis: “No one can express my feelings better than me” Greek federation attacks the Milwaukee Bucks Coach Missas: “We expected Giannis to play” Bucks GM explains Giannis’ condition Tension and quarrels within the Greek national team Greece s final roster announced “If Giannis was healthy and the Bucks asked him not to play, he would play” Germany – Squad (12 players) – Group B Dennis Schröder (Hawks – PG) 79 games 17.9 points, 6.3 assists, 3.1 rebounds Maodo Lo (Brose – PG) 69 games 6.4 points, 2.0 assists, 1.6 rebounds İsmet Akpınar (A. Berlin – PG) 52 games 4.3 points, 1.1 assists, 1.3 rebounds – Ulm Karsten Tadda (Ulm, G) 58 games 4.1 points, 1.9 assists, 1.8 rebounds – Oldenburg Lucca Staiger (Brose – SG) 57 games 4.5 points, 1.1 rebounds, 0.3 assist Patrick Heckmann (Brose – SF) 73 games 4.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists Robin Benzing (Zaragoza – F) 32 games 13.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists Danilo Barthel (Bayern M. – PF/C) 55 games 8.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists Isaiah Hartenstein (Zalgiris – PF/C) 34 games 4.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 0.6 assist Johannes Voigtmann (Baskonia – C) 74 games 8.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists Daniel Theis (Brose – C) 74 games 9.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 blocks – Celtics Johannes Thiemann (Ludwigsburg – C) 60 games 8.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 0.3 assist COACH: Chris Fleming 6 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 5 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 24.4 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged between 20-25: 6 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 5 players The youngest player in the squad: Isaiah Hartenstein – 19 The oldest player in the squad: Lucca Staiger – 28 Average height of preliminary squad: 199.4 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 5 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Dennis Schröder – 1.88 The tallest player in the squad: Isaiah Hartenstein – 2.09 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 9 players EuroLeague: 5 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players NBA: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (3-5) 05 August Germany-Belgium: 69-71 (Danilo Barthel 15 points, Jonathan Tabu 18 points) * 11 August Germany-Iceland: 90-66 (Danilo Barthel 18 points, Martin Hermannsson 12 points) * 12 August Germany-Russia: 60-89 (Robin Benzing 11 points, Timofey Mozgov 15 points) * 13 August Germany-Hungary: 67-65 (Robin Benzing 25 points, David Vojvoda 17 points) * 18 August Germany-Russia: 79-76 (Dennis Schroder 28 points, Andrey Vorontsevich 22 points) * 19 August Germany-Poland: 75-80 (Dennis Schroder 26 points, Adam Waczynski 18 points) * 20 August Germany-Serbia: 56-87 (Dennis Schroder 16 points, Stefan Bircevic 21 points) * 27 August Germany-France: 79-85 (Evan Fournier 16 points, Dennis Schroder 23 points) * Depth Chart PG: Dennis Schröder – Maodo Lo – İsmet Akpınar SG: Karsten Tadda – Lucca Staiger SF: Robin Benzing – Patrick Heckmann PF: Danilo Barthel – Isaiah Hartenstein C: Johannes Voigtmann – Daniel Theis – Johannes Thiemann Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Paul Zipser, Maik Zirbes, Maxi Kleber, Tibor Pleiss will not play for Germany this summer. News Maxi Kleber pulled out of the tournament preparations to work on getting ready for his first season in the NBA with the Dallas Mavericks. Maik Zirbes from Bayern Munich cannot take part in the next camp because of an injury. Isaiah Hartenstein, Moritz Wagner, and Bogdan Radosavljevic added to the Germany squad. Niels Giffey, Moritz Wagner ve Dominic Lockhart were removed this preliminary squad. Andres Obst and Bogdan Radosavljevic were removed from the preliminary squad. Germany vs Russia Highlights Alex King was removed from the preliminary squad. Akeem Vargas cut, Germany down to 13 players The final roster Italy – Squad (12 players) – Group B Daniel Hackett (Olympiakos – G) 20 games 4.5 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists – Brose Andrea Cinciarini (Milano – PG) 63 games 5.9 points, 2.8 assists, 2.5 rebounds Ariel Filloy (Venezia – PG) 61 games 6.5 points, 2.6 assists, 1.7 rebounds – Avellino Marco Belinelli (Hornets – SG) 74 games 10.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists – Hawks Pietro Aradori (Reggio E. – SG) 32 games 15.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists – Bologna Gigi Datome (Fenerbahçe – F) 64 games 9.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists Awudu Abass (Milano – SF) 61 games 5.5 points, 2.1 rebounds, 0.7 assist Christian Burns (Brescia – F) 27 games 11.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, 0.9 assist – Cantu Nicolo Melli (Brose – PF) 74 games 9.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists – Fenerbahçe Filippo Baldi Rossi (Trento – PF) 25 games 10.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists Paul Biligha (Cremeno – C) 30 games 10.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 blocks – Venezia Marco Cusin (Avellino – C) 44 games 4.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.0 block – Milano COACH: Ettore Messina 6 players from Rio Olympics 2016 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 7 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 28.5 years Number of players aged between 20-25: 1 player Number of players aged between 25-30: 6 players Number of players over the age of 30: 5 players The youngest player in the squad: Awadu Abass – 24 The oldest player in the squad: Marco Cusin – 32 Average height of preliminary squad: 199.9 average Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 5 players Number of players over 200 cm: 7 players The shortest player in the squad: Ariel Filloy – 1.90 The tallest player in the squad: Marco Cusin – 2.11 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Lega Basket (Italy): 8 players EuroLeague: 7 players NBA: 1 player Tahincioğlu Süper Ligi (Turkey): 1 player Stoiximan.gr Basket League (Greece): 1 player EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (7-4) 29 July Italy-Belarus: 96-36 (Gigi Datome 14 points, L. Sitnik 5 ) * 30 July Italy-Holland: 66-57 (Marco Bellineli 14 points, L. Franke 11 points) * 06 August Italy-Nigeria(canceled) 09 August Italy-Finland: 78-64 (Marco Belinelli 15 points, Shawn Huff 13 points) * 11 August Italy-Finland: 75-70 (Gigi Datome 14 points, Lauri Markkanen 19 points) * 13 August Italy-Turkey: 73-53 (Gigi Datome 17 points, Furkan Korkmaz 14 points) * 18 August Italy-Montenegro: 67-66 (Marco Belinelli 24 points, Bojan Dubljevic 13 points) * 19 August Italy-Belgium: 60-80 (Nicolo Melli 11 points, Jean Salumu 19 points) * 20 August Italy-France: 63-88 (Marco Belinelli 15 points, Joffrey Lauvergne 20 points) * 23 August Italy-Serbia: 65-73 (Marco Belinelli 20 points, Boban Marjanovic 21 points) * 24 August Italy-Greece: 70-73 (Daniel Hackett 19 points, Georgios Printezis 19 points) * 25 August Italy-Georgia: 73-65 (Marco Belinelli 17 points, Giorgi Shermadini 14 points) * Depth Chart PG: Daniel Hackett – Andrea Cinciarini – Ariel Filloy SG: Marco Bellineli – Pietro Aradori SF: Gigi Datome – Awudu Abass – Christian Burns PF: Nicolo Melli – Filippo Baldi Rossi C: Marco Cusin – Paul Biligha Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Andrea Bargnani and Alessandro Gentile will not play for Italy this summer. Danilo Gallinari is injured, he will not play in Eurobasket. News Bargnani announces he won’t play in EuroBasket Andrea Zerini was removed from the preliminary squad. Gallinari: “My teammates didn’t deserve this” Messina: “Mistakes are paid and we will pay it all together” Gallinari will miss the EuroBasket due to injury sustained after punch Gallinari goes Rocky Balboa on Jito Kok (VIDEO) Datome injured, Fontecchio called Messina: “It’s difficult to explain loyalty and responsibility to a 30-year-old man” Tonut and Cusin cut from the Italian national team Flaccadori and Fontecchio cut from the Italian national team Luca Vitali also cut from the Italian NT Marco Cusin called again the Italian NT Italy’s 12-man squad for EuroBasket Ettore Messina: “It was my duty to help this generation” Belinelli could retire from the Italian NT after this Eurobasket Filippo Baldi Rossi replaced Pascolo Israel – Squad (12 players) – Group B Gal Mekel (Maccabi – PG) 57 games 8.3 points, 4.3 assists, 2.5 rebounds – Gran C. Yogev Ohayon (Maccabi – G) 57 games 5.3 points, 3.1 assists, 1.7 rebounds – Hapoel J. Bar Timor (H. Jerusalem – G) 54 games 7.7 points, 2.8 assists, 1.8 rebounds Yotam Halperin (H. Jerusalem – G) 5.3 points, 3.0 assists, 1.6 rebounds Omri Casspi (Pelicans – F) 36 games 5.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.0 assists – Warriors Shawn Dawson (LeZion – SF) 31 games 11.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.9 assists – Bnei H. Guy Pnini (Maccabi – F) 66 games 6.1 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists – H. Holon Lior Eliyahu (H. Jerusalem – PF) 58 games 8.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists Elishay Kadir (LeZion – PF) 53 games 7.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists – Ironi Ness Ziona Oz Blayzer (Bazan – PF) 38 games 11.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists – M. Haifa Rich Howell (H. Jerusalem – PF/C) 39 games 12.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists Idan Zalmanson (LeZion – C) 52 games 7.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.5 block COACH: Erez Eldestein 7 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.8 years Number of players aged between 20-25: 3 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 5 players Number of players over the age of 30: 4 players The youngest player in the squad: Idan Zalmanson – 22 The oldest player in the squad: Guy Pnini – 33 Average height of preliminary squad: 198.6 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 5 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Yogev Ohayon – 1.88 The tallest player in the squad: Idan Zalmanson – 2.08 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Super League (Israel): 11 players EuroLeague: 3 players NBA: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (9-2) 29 July Israel-Romania: 83-73 (Yogev Ohayon 11 points, Andrei Mandache 18 points) * 30 July Israel-Romania: 85-81 (Vlad Moldoveanu 27 points, Omri Casspi 16 points) * 05 August Israel-Finland: 97-92 (Gal Mekel 18 points, Lauri Markkanen 18 points) * 06 August Israel-Russia: 79-71 (Shawn Dawson 18 points – Alexey Shved 20 points) * 12 August Israel-Great Britain: 90-62 (R. Howell 12 points, K. Bigby-Williams 16 points) * 13 August Israel-Great Britain: 78-69 (Gal Mekel 16 points, Andrew Lawrence 15 points) * 18 August Israel-Slovenia: 81-77 (Omri Casspi 24 points, Luka Doncic 24 points) * 20 August Israel-Turkey: 83-84 (Omri Casspi 18 points, Bobby Dixon 15 points) * 24 August Israel-Poland: 77-74 (Omri Casspi 15 points, Mateusz Ponitka 12 points) * 25 August Israel-Hungary: 85-70 (Omri Casspi 17 points, Adam Hanga 17 points) * 26 August Israel-Great Britain: 64-85 (Richard Howell 15 points, Dan Clark 25 points) * Depth Chart PG: Gal Mekel – Bar Timor SG: Yotam Halperin – Yogev Ohayon SF: Omri Casspi – Shawn Dawson – Guy Pnini PF: Lior Eliyahu – Elishay Kadir – Oz Blayzer C: Rich Howell – Idan Zalmanson Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Raviv Limonad and D’or Fischer will not play for Israel this summer. News Raviv Limonad, Rafi Menco, Egor Koulechov, Itav Segev, Tomer Ginat won’t play EuroBasket 2017 Karam Mashour and Jake Cohen were removed the preliminary squad. Chubrevich is out, Israel down to 13 players Turkey vs Israel Highlights Israel vs Slovenia highlights Israel’s 12-man squad for EuroBasket Georgia – Squad (12 players) – Group B Mike Dixon (AEK Atina – PG) 50 games 12.6 points, 2.8 assists, 2.5 rebounds Giorgi Tsintsadze (Kutaisi – PG) 32 games 17.4 points, 7.0 assists, 5.1 rebounds Giorgi Gamqrelidze (Rustavi – PG) 27 games 9.0 points, 7.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds Anatoli Boisa (Kutaisi – SG) 30 games 5.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.2 assists Duda Sanadze (Primorska – SG) 25 games 17.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists Manuchar Markoishvilli (- SF) – no stats – Mikheil Berishvili (Dinamo – SF) 34 games 15.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists Toko Shengelia (Baskonia – PF) 55 games 10.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists Zaza Pachulia (Warriors – C) 70 games 6.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists Giorgi Shermadini (Andorra – C) 36 games 16.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 0.7 block – Malaga Goga Bitadze (Smederevo – C) 19 games 10.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists Ilia Londaridze (Dinamo -PF/C) 34 games 14.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists COACH: Ilias Zouros 6 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 7 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.2 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged between 25-30: 5 players Number of players over the age of 30: 6 players The youngest player in the squad: Goga Bitadze – 18 The oldest player in the squad: Anatoli Boisa – 33 Average height of preliminary squad: 200.1 average Number of players under 190 cm: 2 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Giorgi Gamqrelidze – 1.83 The tallest player in the squad: Giorgi Shermadini – 2.16 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Super Lig (Georgia): 6 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players Stoiximan.gr Basket League (Greece): 1 player NBA: 1 player Liga Nova (Slovenia): 1 player Super Lig (Serbia): 1 player EuroLeague: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (7-2) 26 July Georgia-University of Russia: 97-86 (Giorgi Shermadini 18 points) * 28 July Georgia-Austria: 77-87 (Tornike Shengelia 22 points, Jakob Poeltl 29 points) * 04 August Georgia-Latvia:73-69 (Giorgi Shermadini 20 points, Dairis Bertans 23 points) * 05 August Georgia-Lithuania: 81-70 (Tornike Shengelia 18 points, Artūras Gudaitis 17 points) * 11 August Georgia-Czech Republic: 87-76 (T. Shengelia 22 points, T. Satoransky 12 points) * 13 August Georgia-Czech Republic: 68-64 (T. Shengelia 17 points, T.Satoransky 20 points) * 23 August Georgia-Greece: 72-71 (Giorgi Shermadini 23 points, Georgios Printezis 14 points) * 24 August Georgia-Serbia: 68-66 (Tornike Shengelia 21 points, Boban Marjanovic 19 points) * 25 August Georgia-Italy: 65-73 (Giorgi Shermadini 14 points, Marco Belinelli 17 points) * Depth Chart PG: Mike Dixon – Giorgi Tsintsadze – Giorgi Gamqrelidze SG: Duda Sanadze – Anatoli Boisa SF: Manuchar Markoishvill – Mikheil Berishvili PF: Toko Shengelia – Ilia Londaridze C: Zaza Pachulia – Giorgi Shermadini – Goga Bitadze Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Viktor Sanikidze is injured and he will not play in EuroBasket. Beka Burjanadze will not play EuroBasket 2017. News Viktor Sanikidze, Otar Pchakadze, Kakha Jincharadze, Levant Patsatsia, Giorgi Sharabidze and Nodar Gogadze were removed from the preliminary squad. Pachulia:”Our goal is to have our best-ever performance” Beka Burjanadze was removed from the preliminary squad. Besik Lezhava was removed from the preliminary squad. Zaza Pachulia doubtful for Eurobasket Zaza Pachulia hopeful to play in the EuroBasket Zaza Pachulia headlines Georgia’s EuroBasket squad Zaza Pachulia: “One of the best things I’ve done was shutting down social media” Lithuania – Squad (12 players) – Group B Mantas Kalnetis (Milano – PG) 59 games 7.3 points, 3.6 assists, 2.6 rebounds Adas Juskevicius (Zaragoza – PG) 25 games 6.4 points, 1.4 assists, 1.4 rebounds – Lietkabelis Martynas Gecevicius (Zaragoza – SG) 27 games 11.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists Arturas Milaknis (Zalgiris – SG) 77 games 7.3 points, 1.6 rebounds, 0.9 assist Marius Grigonis (Tenerife – SG) 45 games 7.5 points, 2.1 assists, 1.6 rebounds – Berlin Mindaugas Kuzminskas (Knicks – F) 68 games 6.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.0 assist Jonas Maciulis (Real Madrid – SF) 69 games 5.1 points, 2.3 rebounds, 0.8 assist Edgaras Ulanovas (Zalgiris – SF) 76 games 8.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists Donatas Motiejunas (Pelicans – PF/C) 34 games 4.4 points, 3.0 points, 0.3 assist – Shandong Golden Stars Eimantas Bendzius (Obradioro – F) 32 games 9.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, 0.8 assist Jonas Valanciunas (Raptors – C) 80 games 11.9 points, 9.5 rebounds, 0.8 block Arturas Gudaitis (Rytas – C) 49 games 11.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.3 blocks COACH: Dainius Adomaitis 6 players from Rio Olympics 2016 roster are in the preliminary squad, however, 6 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.2 years Number of players aged between 20-25: 2 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 7 players Number of players over the age of 30: 3 players The youngest player in the squad: Marius Grigonis – 23 The oldest player in the squad: Jonas Maciulis – 32 Average height of preliminary squad: 200.8 average Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 6 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Martynas Gecevicus – 1.93 The tallest player in the squad: Jonas Valanciunas – 2.13 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) LKL (Lithuania): 3 players Euroleague: 4 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 5 players NBA: 3 players Lega Basket (Italy): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (4-5) 04 August Lithuania-Poland:59-58 (Jonas Valanciunas 14 points, Damian Kulig 14 points) * 06 August Lithuania-Georgia: 70-81 (Arturas Gudaitis 17 points, Tornike Shengelia 18 points) * 09 August Lithuania-Croatia: 80-82 (Mindaugas Kuzminskas 21 points, Dario Saric 28 points) * 10 August Lithuania-France: 77-98 (Martynas Gecevicius 14 points, Evan Fournier 17 points) * 15 August Lithuania-France: 96-71 (Mantas Kalnietis 18 points, Nando de Colo 16 points) * 18 August Lithuania-Romania: 97-64 (Jonas Valanciunas 16 points, Vlad Moldobeanu 15 points) * 19 August Lithuania-Latvia: 77-87 (Lukas Lekavicius 16 points, Kristaps Porzingis 16 points) * 23 August Lithuania-Iceland: 84-62 (Mindaugas Kuzminskas 17 points, Tryggvi Hlinason 19 points) * 25 August Lithuania-Spain: 78-79 (Jonas Valanciunas 21 points, Pau Gasol 24 points) Depth Chart PG: Mantas Kalnetis – Adas Juskevicius SG: Martynas Gecevicius – Arturas Milaknis SF: Jonas Maciulis – Edgaras Ulanovas – Marius Grigonis PF: Donatas Motiejunas – Mindaugas Kuzminskas – Eimantas Bendzius C : Jonas Valanciunas – Arturas Gudaitis Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Robertas Javtokas retired. Paulius Jankunas, Antanas Kavaliauskas, and Domantas Sabonis will not play EuroBasket 2017. News No Sabonis for Lithuanian National Team Martynas Sajus was removed from the preliminary squad. Giedraitis leaves the Lithuanian National Team Mindaugas Girdziunas cut from Lithuania’s roster Deividas Gailius cut due to food poisoning Final roster announced Lekavicius to miss EuroBasket due to broken foot Motiejunas Houston bound due to tropical storm Lithuania’s flight to Tel Aviv got postponed Ukraine – Squad (12 players) – Group B Denys Lukashov (Enisey – PG) 34 games 3.9 points, 2.0 assists, 1.6 rebounds Olexandr Mishula (Dnipro – G) 40 games 13.0 points, 4.8 assists, 2.4 rebounds Ruslan Otverchenko (Budivelnyk – SG) 33 games 11.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists Oleksandr Kolchenko (Cherkasy – SG) 24 games 13.9 points, 3.8 assists, 2.3 rebounds Oleksandr Lypovyy (Trikala – G) 25 games 9.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists Maksym Pustozvonov (Cluj – SF) 49 games 8.4 points, 2.1 rebounds, 0.8 assist Volodymyr Koniev (Khimik – SF) 47 games 9.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists – Cherkasy Maksym Kornienko (Lukoil – PF) 49 games 12.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.1 blocks Ihor Zaitsev (Rosaport – PF/C) 39 games 5.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 0 Vyacheslav Bobrov (Quimper – F) 41 games 12.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.1 assists Viacheslav Kravtsov (Valencia – C) 34 games 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 0.7 block – Eskişehir Artem Pustovy (Obradoiro – C) 32 games 9.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.0 blocks COACH: Evgeny Murzin 9 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 7 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.3 years Number of players aged between 20-25: 1 player Number of players aged between 25-30: 8 players Number of players over the age of 30: 3 players The youngest player in the squad: Vyacheslav Bobrov – 24 The oldest player in the squad: Maksym Pustozvonov – 30 Average height of preliminary squad: 201.0 average Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 8 players The shortest player in the squad: Olexandr Mishula – 1.88 The tallest player in the squad: Artem Pustovy – 2.16 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) FBU (Ukraine): 4 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players VTB Ligi: 1 player Divizia A (Romania): 1 player Stoiximan.gr Basket League (Greece): 1 player NBL (Bulgaria): 1 player LNB Pro B (Fransa Second League): 1 player PKL (Poland): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (1-7) 28 July Ukraine-Holland: 65-70 (Ruslan Otverchenko 15 points, J. Franke 20 points) * 30 July Ukraine-Belarus: 74-77 (Maksym Pustozvonov 11 points, Lutici 24 points) * 06 August Ukraine-Great Britain: 64-86 (Olexandr Mishula 12 points, Gabe Olesani 16 points) * 08 August Ukraine-Romania: 91-57 (Maksym Pustozvonov 15 points, Andrea Mandache 14 points) * 12 August Ukraine-Slovenia: 67-78 (Artem Pustovoy 13 points, Jaka Blazic 14 points, ) * 13 August Ukraine-Croatia: 74-79 (Artem Pustovyi 18 points, Ivan Buva 17 points) * 24 August Ukraine-Turkey: 55-79 (Viacheslav Kravtsov 15 points, Kenan Sipahi 15 points) * 25 August Ukraine-Montenegro: 62-75 (Viacheslav Kravtsov 10 points, Tyrese Rice 12 points) * Depth Chart PG: Denys Lukashov SG: Olexandr Mishula – Oleksandr Kolchenko – Ruslan Otverchenko SF: Oleksandr Lypovyy – Maksym Pustozvonov – Volodymyr Koniev PF: Maksym Kornienko – Ihor Zaitsev – Vyacheslav Bobrov C : Viacheslav Kravtsov – Artem Pustovy Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Sergi Gladyr, Pooh Jeter, Kyrylo Fesenko, Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk, Alen Len and Joel Bolomboy will not play EuroBasket 2017. News Sergii Gladyr, Klym Artamonov, Bogdan Bliznyuk, Viacheslav Petrov, Volodymyr Gerun and Stanislav Tymofeyenko are already out of the team. Maxim Sandul (Budivelnyk), Max Konate (Tartu Rock, Estonia) and Ostap Choly were added in the training camp without being part of the original pre-selection. Kansas’ Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk will not play for the senior team this year after competing in the Eurobasket U20. Pooh Jeter is out Fesenko also out Joel Bolomboy, Alen Len never appeared in the training camp of the team after all. Ukraine’s EuroBasket roster finalized Czech Republic – Squad (12 players) – Group C Tomas Satoransky (Wizards – PG) 57 games 2.7 points, 1.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists Jakub Šiřina (Opava – PG) 43 games 12.7 points, 5.3 assists, 2.2 rebounds Jaromír Bohačík (Praha – SG/SF) 35 games 17.1 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists – Nymburk Tomáš Kyzlink (Bourg – SG) 47 games 11.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists Jiri Welsch (Nymburk – SG) 59 games 4.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists Vojtěch Hruban (Nymburk – SF) 59 games 11.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists Lukáš Palyza (Decin – SF) 43 games 12.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists – Gliwice Patrik Auda (Manresa – PF/C) 25 games 9.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.8 assist – Rosa Martin Kříž (Nymburk – F) 59 games 5.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.6 assist Martin Peterka (Nymurk – PF) 47 games 5.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 0.8 assist Kamil Švrdlík (Pardubice – PF) 56 games 9.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.6 block Simon Pursl (CAI Zaragoza – PF/C) 3 games 0.6 points COACH: Ronen Ginzburg 7 players from Rio Olympics 2016 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 5 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 25.9 years Number of players aged 20-25: 5 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 6 players Number of players over the age of 30: 1 player The youngest player in the squad: Simon Pursl – 20 The oldest player in the squad: Jiri Welsch – 37 Average height of preliminary squad: 200.0 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 3 players Number of players over 200 cm: 8 players The shortest player in the squad: Jakub Šiřina – 1.86 The tallest player in the squad: Patrik Auda – 2.06 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) NBL (Czech Republic): 8 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players NBA: 1 players LNB Pro A (France): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (2-7) 28 July Czech Republic-Poland: 68-101 (Patrik Auda 10 points, Mateusz Ponitka 22 points) * 29 JulyCzech Republic-Poland: 72-85 (Lukas Palyza 14 points, Tomasz Giello 13 points) * 05 August Czech Republic-Hungary: 85-51 (Lukaš Palyza 22 points, David Vojvoda 12 points) * 06 August Czech Republic-Slovenia: 80-88 (Martin Peterka 17 points, Luka Doncic 20 points) * 11 August Czech Republic-Georgia: 76-87 (T. Satoransky 12 points, T. Shengelia 22 points) * 13 August Czech Republic-Georgia: 64-68 (T. Satoransky 20 points, T. Shengelia 17 points) * 16 August Czech Republic-Turkey: 66-67 (Tomas Satoransky 15 points, Cedi Osman 19 points) * 18 August Czech Republic-Finland: 83-62 (Tomas Satoransky 16 points, Erik Murphy 10 points) * 24 August Czech Republic-Latvia: 69-103 (Vojtech Hruban 18 points, Martin Meiers 18 points) * Depth Chart PG: Tomas Satoransky – Jakub Sirina SG: Jiri Welsch – Jaromir Bohacik – Tomas Kyzlink SF: Vojtech Hruban – Lukas Palyza PF: Martin Kriz – Martin Peterka C: Patrik Auda – Kamil Svrdlik – Simon Pursl Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Jan Vesely, Blake Schilb, Petr Benda, Ondrej Balvin, Pavel Pumprla and Pavel Houska will not play EuroBasket 2017. News Jan Vesely is out of Eurobasket Balvin out of Eurobasket Czech Republic names EuroBasket squad Croatia – Squad (12 players) – Group C Roko Ukic (AEK – PG) 50 games 10.8 points, 4.0 assists, 2.7 rebounds – Cedevita Marko Popovic (Fuenlabrada – PG) 33 games 12.8 points, 2.0 assists, 1.7 rebounds Krunoslav Simon (Milano – SG) 48 games 11.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists – Efes Filip Kruslin (Cedevita – SG) 67 games 7.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists Marko Tomas (Cedevita – SG/SF) 46 games 8.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists Bojan Bogdanovic (Wizards – SF) 81 games 13.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists – Pacers Ivan Ramljak (Zadar – F) 37 games 9.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists – Cedevita Dario Saric (Sixers – PF) 81 games 12.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists Dragan Bender (Suns – PF) 43 games 3.4 points, 2.4 rebounds, 0.5 assist Darko Planinic (G. Canaria – C) 34 games 7.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 0.3 assist – Sassari Luka Zoric (Cibona – C) 46 games 14.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists Ivan Buva (Bilbao – C) 39 games 12.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 0.5 assist – İstanbul BBSK COACH: Aco Petrovic 6 players from Rio Olympics 2016 roster are in the preliminary squad and 6 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 28.3 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged 20-25: 1 player Number of players aged between 25-30: 5 players Number of players over the age of 30: 5 players The youngest player in the squad: Dragan Bender – 19 The oldest player in the squad: Marko Popovic – 35 Average height of preliminary squad: 202.9 average Number of players under 190 cm: 1 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 3 players Number of players over 200 cm: 8 players The shortest player in the squad: Marko Popovic – 1.85 The tallest player in the squad: Dragan Bender – 2.16 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) ABA Liga: 5 players A1 Liga (Croatia): 5 players NBA: 4 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 3 players Lega Basket (Italy): 1 player EuroLeague: 1 player Stoiximan.gr Basket League (Greece): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (4-1) 08 August Croatia-France: 92-87 (Bojan Bogdanovic 21 points, Evan Fournier 24 points) * 09 August Croatia-Lithuania: 82-80 (Dario Saric 28 points, Mindaugas Kuzminskas 21 points) * 12 August Croatia-Slovenia: 85-81 (Dario Saric 25 points, Luka Doncic 27 points) * 14 August Croatia-Ukraine: 79-74 (Ivan Buva 17 points, Artem Pustovyi 18 points) * 24 August Croatia-Slovenia: 73-74 (Dario Saric 16 points, Goran Dragic 18 points) * Depth Chart PG: Roko Ukic – Marko Popovic SG: Krunoslav Simon – Filip Kruslin SF: Bojan Bogdanovic – Marko Tomas – Ivan Ramljak PF: Dario Saric – Dragan Bender C: Darko Planinic – Luka Zoric – Ivan Buva Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Luka Babic, Rok Stipcevic, Mario Hezonja, Mira Bilan, Damjan Rudez, Ante Tomic and Ante Zizic will not play Eurobasket 2017. News Tonia Katic, Luka Bozic, Domagoj Bosnjak, Nik Slavica, Hrvoje Peric, Damjan Rudez, Ante Zizic, Ivica Zubac, Mario Hezonja and Zeljko Sakic were removed from the preliminary squad. Bilan out of the Croatian national team Tomislav Zubric was removed from the preliminary squad. Saric and Bender ready to change the Croatian national team Petrovic: “We don’t have an inferiority complex” Croatia’s final roster for EuroBasket Montenegro – Squad (12 Players) – Group C Tyrese Rice (Barcelona – PG) 66 games 12.3 points, 4.1 assists, 1.5 rebounds Nikola Ivanovic (d’Orlando – PG) 42 games 8.6 points, 2.7 assists, 1.9 rebounds – Voli Nikola Pavlicevic (Olaj – PG) 39 games 14.6 points, 4.0 assists, 2.8 rebounds Milutin Dukanovic (Azsfalt – PG) 31 games 12.9 points, 3.6 assists, 2.4 rebounds Suad Sehovic (Voli, SG) 43 games 9.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists Vladimir Mihailovic (Oldenburg – SG) 39 games 6.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists Nemanja Vranjes (Voli – SG) 33 games 4.8 points, 1.1 rebounds, 0.8 assist – Mornar Nemanja Djurisic (Gora – F) 51 games 10.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.1 assists – Bonn Dino Radoncic (R. Madrid – SF) 11 games 3.0 points, 3.0 rebounds Marko Todorovic (Khimki – PF/C) 48 games 9.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists Danilo Nikolic (Bilbao – PF) 31 games 2.6 points, 1.6 rebounds, 0.2 assist – Voli Nikola Vucevic (Magic – C) 75 games 14.6 points, 10.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists Bojan Dubjlevic (Valencia – C) 62 games 12.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists Filip Barovic (Bonn – C) 44 games 8.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 0.5 block COACH: Bogdan Tanjevic 9 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 6 players are still included from EuroBasket 2013 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 26.0 years Number of players under the age of 20: 1 player Number of players aged 20-25: 1 player Number of players aged between 25-30: 8 players Number of players over the age of 30: 2 players The youngest player in the squad: Dino Radoncic – 18 The oldest player in the squad: Suad Sehovic – 30 Average height of preliminary squad: 198.6 average Number of players under 190 cm: 2 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Tyrese Rice – 1.85 The tallest player in the squad: Nikola Vucevic – 2.13 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 3 players ABA Liga: 3 players PRVA A (Montenegro): 3 players EuroLeague: 2 players EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 2 players Lega Basket (Italy): 1 player PKL (Poland): 1 player VTB League: 1 player NBA: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (2-5) 11 August Montenegro-Greece: 81-83 (Nikola Ivanovic 22 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo 20 points) * 13 August Montenegro-Serbia: 71-82 (Bojan Dubljevic 13 points, Bogdan Bogdanovic 25 points) * 18 August Montenegro-Italy: 66-67 (Bojan Dubljevic 13 points, Marco Belinelli 24 points) * 19 August Montenegro-France: 70-100 (Tyrese Rice 14 points, Nando De Colo 24 points) * 20 August Montenegro-Belgium: 78-64 (Nikola Vucevic 17 points, Sam Van Rossom 14 points) * 23 August Montenegro-Turkey: 60-78 (Nikola Vucevic 19 points, Sinan Güler 17 points) * 24 August Montenegro-Ukraine: 75-62 (Tyrese Rice 12 sayı, Viacheslav Kravtsov 10 sayı) * Depth Chart PG: Tyrese Rice – Nikola Ivanovic – Nikola Pavlicevic SG: Suad Sehovic – Vladimir Mihailovic – Nemanja Vranes SF: Nemanja Djurisic – Dino Radoncic PF: Marko Todorovic – Filip Barovic C : Nikola Vucevic – Bojan Dubjlevic Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Milko Bjelica will not play Montenegro this summer. News Tyrese Rice confirmed his Eurobasket participation with Montenegro Masan Vrbica, Petar Popovic, Milos Krivokapic, Aleksa Ilıc, Vladimir Dasic, Petar Kusovac, Mihailo Radunovic, Nemanja Radovic, Milko Bjelica, Aleksandar Dozic, Emir Hadzibegovic, Vukota Pavic, Ivan Maras, Zoran Nikolic, Vasilije Bacovic, Vasillije Knezevic, Milija Mikovic ve Gligorije Rakocevic were removed from preliminary squad. Highlights from Montenegro – Greece friendly game (VIDEO) Serbia vs Montenegro Highlights (VIDEO) Radovic cut from Montenegro’s roster Turkey – Montenegro preparation game highlights The final roster Hungary – Preliminary Squad (12 players) – Group C Krisztian Wittmann (Olaj – PG) 51 games 4.8 points, 2.1 assists, 1.5 rebounds – Aszfalt Andras Rujak (Sopron – PG) 40 games 7.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists – Paks David Vojvoda (Olaj – SG/SF) 51 games 18.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.7 assists Peter Kovacs (Falco – SG) 32 games 2.5 points, 1.8 rebounds, 0.7 assist Zolton Perl (Treviso – SG) 30 games 7.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists Adam Hanga (Baskonia – SF) 72 games 11.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists Csaba Ferencz (Kormend – SF) 57 games 6.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists Rosco Allen (Obradoiro – PF) 23 games 10.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.9 assist – Tenerife Janos Eilingsfeld (Olaj – PF) 52 games 6.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists – Paks Norbert Toth (Falco – PF/C) 46 games 6.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists Akos Keller (Fehervar – C) 57 games 8.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.0 block Kemal Karahodzsic (Azsalft – C) 37 games 12.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists COACH: Stojan Ivković 10 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.7 years Number of players aged 20-25: 2 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 7 players Number of players over the age of 30: 3 players The youngest player in the squad: Zoltan Perl – 22 The oldest player in the squad: Krisztian Wittmann – 32 Average height of preliminary squad: 198.0 average Number of players under 190 cm: 3 player Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 5 players The shortest player in the squad: Krisztian Wittmann – 1.84 The tallest player in the squad: Kemal Karahodzsic – 2.11 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) NBI (Hungary): 9 players ABA Liga: 4 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 2 players A2 (Italy Second League): 1 player EuroLeague: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (4-8) 26 July Hungary-Slovakia: 76-47 (Krisztian Wittmann 17 points, Batka 7 points) * 27 July Hungary-Slovakia: 72-51 (Sziliard Benke 15 points, J Andre 12 points) * 04 August Hungary-Slovenia: 64-84 (David Vojvoda 15 points, Luka Doncic 18 points) * 05 August Hungary-Czech Republic: 51-85 (David Vojvoda 12 points, Lukaš Palyza 22 points) * 11 August Hungary-Russia: 69-84 (David Vojvoda 18 points, Timofey Mozgov 20 points) * 12 August Hungary-Iceland: 56-60 (Zoltan Perl 17 points, Martin Hermannsson 14 points) * 13 August Hungary-Germany: 65-67 (David Vojvoda 17 points, Robin Benzing 25 points) * 19 August Hungary-Iceland:81-66 (David Vojvoda 17 points, Martin Hermannson 13 points) * 20 August Hungary-Iceland: 82-67 (David Vojvoda 12 points, Martin Hermannsson 17 points) * 24 August Hungary-Great Britain: 64-82 (Adam Hanga 14 points, Gabi Olaseni 20 points) * 25 August Hungary-Israel: 70-85 (Adam Hanga 17 points, Omri Casspi 17 points) * 26 August Hungary-Poland: 63-73 (Csaba Ferencz 16 points, Przemysław Karnowski 21 points) * Depth Chart PG: Krisztian Wittmann – Andras Rujak SG: David Vojvoda – Zolton Perl – Peter Kovacs SF: Adam Hanga – Csaba Ferencz PF: Rosco Allen – Janos Eilingsfeld – Norbert Toth C: Akos Keller – Kemal Karahodzsic DeAndre Kane, Mate Pango, Gyorgy Goloman, Milan Csorvasi ve Kristof Bognar were removed this preliminary squad. Spain – Squad (12 players) – Group C Sergio Rodriguez (Sixers – PG) 68 games 7.7 points, 5.0 assists, 2.3 rebounds – CSKA Ricky Rubio (Wolves – PG) 75 games 11.1 points, 9.0 assists, 4.0 rebounds – Jazz Juan Carlos Navarro (Barcelona – SG) 32 games 6.5 points, 1.5 assists, 0.9 rebounds Guillem Vives (Valencia – G) 64 games 4.5 points, 2.4 assists, 1.2 rebounds Alex Abrines (Thunder – SF) 68 games 5.9 points, 1.2 rebounds, 0.6 assists Fernando San Emeterio (Valencia – SF) 69 games 10.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists Joan Sastre (Valencia – SF) 66 games 7.6 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists Pau Gasol (Spurs – PF/C) 64 games 12.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists Juan Hernangomez (Nuggets – PF) 62 games 4.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, 0.5 assists Marc Gasol (Grizzlies – C) 74 games 19.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.5 assists Willy Hernangomez (Knicks – C) 72 games 8.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, 0.5 block Pierre Oriola (Valencia – PF/C) 67 games 7.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, 0.6 assist – Barcelona COACH: Sergio Scariolo 7 players from Rio Olympics 2016 roster are in the preliminary squad, 6 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 28.0 years Number of players aged 20-25: 5 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 2 players Number of players over the age of 30: 5 players The youngest player in the squad: Juan Hernangomez – 21 The oldest player in the squad: Juan Carlos Navarro – 37 Average height of preliminary squad: 201.5 average Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 6 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Sergio Rodriguez – 1.91 The tallest player in the squad: Marc Gasol – 2.15 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) NBA: 7 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 5 players EuroLeague: 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (8-1) 22 July Spain-Israel B: 90-70 (Jaime Fernandez 17 points, Egor Koulechov 18 points) * 23 July Spain-Israel B: 76-56 (Oriolo Pauli 13 points, J. Mor 12 points) * 08 August Spain-Tunisia: 71-45 (Pau Gasol 11 points, Mourad El Mabrouk 10 points) * 09 August Spain-Belgium: 71-89 (Pau Gasol 12 points, Axel Hervelle 18 points) * 15 August Spain-Venezuela 90-44 (Marc Gasol 16 points, A. Perez 10 points) * 18 August Spain-Senegal 80-69 (Ricky Rubio 14 points, Maurice Ndour 20 points) * 20 August Spain-Venezuela 90-62 (Pau Gasol 21 points, John Cox 18 points) * 23 August Spain-Belgium: 88-72 (Willy Hernangomez 21 points, Jonathan Tabu 14 points) * 25 August Spain-Lithuanian: 79-78 (Pau Gasol 24 points, Jonas Valanciunas 21 points) * Depth Chart PG: Ricky Rubio – Sergio Rodriguez SG: Juan Carlos Navarro – Guillem Vives SF: Fernando San Emeterio – Alex Abrines – Joan Sastre PF: Pau Gasol – Juan Hernangomez C: Marc Gasol – Willy Hernangomez – Pierre Oriola Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Rudy Fernandez, Nikola Mirotic, Serge Ibaka, Felipe Reyes, Sergio Llull and Victor Claver will not play Spain this summer. News Pau Ribas leaves Spanish NT with knee injury Mirotic out for Spain in EuroBasket Navarro: “This will be my last tournament with the national team” Gasol: “We have the quality to fight for the gold” Willy Hernangomez: “I’m proud that we are compared with the Gasols” Scariolo: “The final roster is not “locked” yet” Ricky Rubio: “We go to EuroBasket with a lot of confidence” Llull injured in prep game against Belgium (VIDEO) Llull out of action for seven to nine months The Spanish national team surprised Llull Gasol: “I wish we can win the gold and dedicate it to Llull” The final roster announced Scariolo: “We have lots of available options” Romania – Squad (12 players) – Group C Catalin Petrisor (CSU Oradea – PG) 56 games 1.2 points, 1.3 assists, 1.1 rebounds Octavian Calota (Timisoara – PG) 32 games 11.2 points, 2.9 assists, 2.3 assists Andrei Mandache (CSU Oradea – SG) 55 games 8.8 points, 2.1 assists, 2.2 rebounds Radu Paliciuc (Atlassib – SF) 38 games 5.1 points, 1.9 rebounds, 0.8 assist Nandor Kuti (Cluj Napoca – SF) 25 games 3.0 points, 1.2 rebounds, 0.9 assist Bogdan Nicolescu (CSU Oradea – F) 53 games 1.7 points, 1.2 rebounds, 0.3 assist Vlad Moldoveanu (Cluj Napoca) 47 games 15.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists – Büyükçekmece Titus Nicoara (CSU Oradea – PF) 45 games 7.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.0 assist Roland Torok (Cluj Napoca – PF) 57 games 6.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, 0.5 assist Emanuel Cate (Real Betis – PF/C) 16 games 1.9 points, 0.5 rebound Catalin Baciu (Steaua CSM – C) 38 games 7.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.5 block Alexandru Olah (Belfius Mons – C) 41 games 10.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists – Napoca COACH: Marcel Tenter 5 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad. Average age of preliminary squad: 25.9 years Number of players aged 20-25: 4 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 7 players Number of players over the age of 30: 1 player The youngest player in the squad: Emanuel Cate – 20 The oldest player in the squad: Octavian Calota – 32 Average height of preliminary squad: 200.1 average Number of players under 190 cm: 3 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 2 players Number of players over 200 cm: 7 players The shortest player in the squad: Catalin Petrisor – 1.84 The tallest player in the squad: Catalin Baciu – 2.14 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) Divizia A (Romania): 10 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 1 player EuroMillions (Belgium): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (1-9) 15 July Romania-Estonia: 55-87 (Giordan Watson 15 points, Kristjan Kitsing 12 points) * 16 July Romania-Portugal: 56-65 (Giordan Watson 18 points, Jose Silva 22 points) * 21 July Romania-Tunisia: 67-56 (Vlad Moldovenau 14 points, Zied Chennoufi 12 points) * 23 July Romania-Tunisia: 71-79 (Radu Paliciuc 14 points, Zied Chennoufi 18 points) * 29 July Romania-Israel: 73-83 (Andrei Mandache 18 points, Yogev Ohayon 11 points) * 30 July Romania-Israel: 81-85 (Vlad Moldoveanu 27 points, Omri Casspi 16 points) * 07 August Romania-Greece: 48-106 (V. Moldoveanu 14 points, K. Papanikolaou 17 points) * 08 August Romania-Ukraine: 57-91 (A. Mandache 14 points, M. Pustozvonov 15 points) * 18 August Romania-Lithuania: 64-97 (Jonas Valanciunas 16 points, Vlad Moldobeanu 15 points) * 20 August Romania-Latvia: 68-98 (Davis Bertans 14 points, Vlad Moldoveanu 19 points) * Depth Chart PG: Catalin Petrisor – Octavian Calota SG: Andrei Mandache SF: Radu Paliciuc – Nandor Kuti – Bogdan Nicolescu PF: Vlad Moldoveanu – Titus Nicoara – Roland Torok C : Alexandru Olah – Catalin Baciu – Emanuel Cate News Dan Tohatan, Dragos Diculescu, Adrian Gutoaia, Bogdan Tibirna and Vlad Corpodean were removed from the preliminary squad. The highlights of Greece’s win over Romania The final roster Belgium – Squad (12 players) – Group D Sam Van Rossom (Valencia – PG) 53 games 5.5 points, 2.5 assists, 1.5 rebounds Jonathan Tabu (Bilbao – G) 33 games 9.2 points, 3.6 assists, 2.1 rebounds Manu Lecomte (Baylor – PG) 33 games 12.1 points, 1.8 rebounds, 3.7 assists Quentin Serron (Gravelines – SG) 16 games 5.4 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists Jean Salumu (Oostende – SF) 43 games 8.5 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists Jean-Marc Mwema (Oostende – SF) 52 games 5.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 0.8 assist Axel Hervelle (Bilbao – PF) 40 games 6.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists Maxime De Zeeuw (Oldenburg – PF/C) 54 games 9.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists Pierre-Antoine Gillet (Oostende – F) 57 games 9.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists – Chalon Hans Vanwijn (Limburg – PF) 27 games 7.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists – Antwerp Kevin Tumba (Murcia – C) 29 games 4.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.3 blocks Ismael Bako (Bears – C) 35 games 8.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.7 block – Antwerp COACH: Eddy Casteels 6 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad, 9 players are still included from EuroBasket 2015 team. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.0 years Number of players aged 20-25: 3 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 5 players Number of players over the age of 30: 4 players The youngest player in the squad: Ismael Bako – 21 The oldest player in the squad: Axel Hervelle – 34 Average height of preliminary squad: 196.6 average Number of players under 190 cm: 3 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 3 players Number of players over 200 cm: 6 players The shortest player in the squad: Manu Lecomte – 1.80 The tallest player in the squad: Ismael Bako – 2.08 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) EuroMillions (Belgium): 5 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 4 players NCAA: 1 player LNB Pro A (France): 1 player EasyCredit Basketball Bundesliga (Germany): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (3-6) 27 July Belgium-Iceland: 76-83 (Manu Lecomte 15 points, Martin Hermannsson 15 points) * 29 July Belgium-Iceland: 70-85 (Quentin Serron 16 points, Hlynur Bæringsson 17 points) * 05 August Belgium-Germany: 71-69 (Jonathan Tabu 18 points, Danilo Barthel 15 points) * 07 August Belgium-Tunisia: 65-70 (Jonathan Tabu 13 points, Mourad El Mabrouk 13 points) * 09 August Belgium-Spain: 89-71 (Axel Hervelle 18 points, Pau Gasol 12 points) * 18 August Belgium-France: 60-85 (Sam Van Rossom 9 points, Evan Fournier 15 points) * 19 August Belgium-Italy: 80-60 (Jean Salumu 19 points, Nicolo Melli 11 points) * 20 August Belgium-Montenegro: 64-78 (Sam Van Rossom 14 points, Nikola Vucevic 17 points) * 23 August Belgium-Spain: 72-88 (Jonathan Tabu 14 points, Willy Hernangomez 21 points) * Depth Chart PG: Sam Van Rossom – Manu Lecomte SG: Jonathan Tabu – Quentin Serron SF: Jean Salumu – Jean-Marc Mwema PF: Axel Hervelle – Pierre-Antoine Gillet – Hans Vanwijn C: Kevin Tumba – Maxime De Zeeuw – Ismael Bako Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Matt Lojeski will not play Belgium this summer. News Khalid Boukichou, Ioann Iarochevitch, Thomas Akyazılı, Niels Marnegrave, Dorian Marchant, Loic Schwartz and Elias Lasisi were removed from the preliminary squad. The final team announced. Great Britain – Squad (12 players) – Group D Andrew Lawrence (Chalon – PG) 30 games 8.5 points, 3.6 assists, 1.5 rebounds Luke Nelson (Irvine – PG) 18 games 16.9 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists – Real Betis Jules Dang Akodo (Burgos – PG) 15 games 1.3 points, 0.3 assists, 0.2 assist Ben Mockford (Palma – SG) 34 games 7.7 points, 0.6 rebounds, 0.8 assist Kyle Johnson (L. Lightning – SG) 46 games 13.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists Teddy Okereafor (Pistoia – SG) 31 games 6.1 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists Gareth Murray (Glasgow R. – SF) 30 games 12.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists Kofi Josephs (Loewen – SF) 21 games 20.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.7 assists Daniel Clark (Murcia – PF) 29 games 7.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists Gabe Olaseni (Orleans – C) 35 games 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 0.6 block Kieron Achara (Glasgow R. – PF/C) 35 games 15.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists Eric Boateng (Blois – C) 30 games 7.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 0.9 block COACH: Joe Prunty 9 players from EuroBasket 2017 Qualification roster are in the preliminary squad. Average age of preliminary squad: 27.1 years Number of players aged 20-25: 3 players Number of players aged between 25-30: 6 players Number of players over the age of 30: 3 players The youngest player in the squad: Jules Dang Akodo – 21 The oldest player in the squad: Kieron Achara – 34 Average height of preliminary squad: 197.7 average Number of players under 190 cm: 3 players Number of players with a height between 190-200 cm: 4 players Number of players over 200 cm: 5 players The shortest player in the squad: Jules Dang Akodo – 1.87 The tallest player in the squad: Gabe Olaseni – 2.10 Distribution of players according to the leagues they play in club level: (Last year) BBL (Great Britain): 2 players LNB Pro A (France): 2 players Leb Oro (Spain Second League): 2 players ACB Liga Endesa (Spain): 1 player NBL (Canada): 1 player Lega Basket (Italy): 1 player Pro A (Germany Second League): 1 player A2 (Italy Second League): 1 player LNB Pro B (France Second League): 1 player Schedule of pre-tournament friendlies: (3-6) 07 August Great Britain-Ukraine: 86-64 (Gabe Olesani 16 points, Olexandr Mishula 12 points) * 08 August Great Britain-Greece: 64-92 (Gabe Olaseni 13 points, Georgios Printezis 12 points) * 12 August Great Britain-Israel: 62-90 (K. Bigby-Williams 16 points, R. Howell 12 points,) * 13 August Great Britain-Israel: 69-78 (Andrew Lawrence 15 points, Gal Mekel 16 points) * 18 August Great Britain-Greece: 68-72 (Andrew Lawrence 13 points, Nikos Pappas 22 points) * 19 August Great Britain-Greece: 84-88 (Dan Clark 23 points, Nikos Pappas 22 points) * 24 August Great Britain-Hungary: 82-64 (Gabe Olaseni 20 points, Adam Hanga 14 points) * 25 August Great Britain-Poland: 76-86 (Dan Clark 16 points, Adam Waczynski 13 points) * 26 August Great Britain-Israel: 85-64 (Dan Clark 25 points, Richard Howell 15 points) * Depth Chart PG: Andrew Lawrence – Luke Nelson – Jules Dang Akodo SG: Teddy Okereafor – Kyle Johnson – Ben Mockford SF: Gareth Murray – Kofi Josephs PF: Daniel Clark – Kieron Achara C: Gabe Olaseni – Eric Boateng Unavailable / Out or Injured Players Ben Gordon, Ovie Soko, and Justin Sears will not play Great Britain this summer. News 15 players left on the roster Great Britain’s final roster with six new faces
1010	dbpedia	1	34	https://worldwidescience.org/topicpages/s/sport%2Bpsychology%2Bpractitioners.html	en	sport psychology practitioners: Topics by WorldWideScience.org			[ "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/WWSlogo_wTag650px-min.png", "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/OSTIlogo.svg", "https://worldwidescience.org/sites/www.osti.gov/files/public/image-files/ICSTIlogo.svg" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en			null	Comparing interventions with youth and senior elite athletes: Insights from expert sport psychology practitioners DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Storm, Louise Kamuk; Henriksen, Kristoffer; Larsen, Carsten Hvid Meaningful sport psychology practice requires a context-sensitive approach. Competitive youth sport and senior elite (professional) sport can be seen as two different contexts that require different applied approaches; however we know little about the differences, and we are in lack of studies...... that directly compare interventions from these two contexts (Henriksen, Larsen, Storm & Ryom, 2014). Literature on applied sport psychology with senior athletes is far richer than corresponding literature on working with youth athletes. The objectives were: (1) to identify key themes that expert practitioners...... used to communicate their experiences of sport psychology interventions, and to integrate them into an empirical framework, and (2) to explore the experiences of these practitioners in their successful and less successful interventions in youth and senior sports using the framework. Twelve... The use of counselling principles and skills to develop practitioner-athlete relationships by practitioners who provide sport psychology support OpenAIRE Longstaff, Fran; Gervis, Misia 2016-01-01 This study examined how practitioners who provide sport psychology support use counselling principles and skills to develop practitioner-athlete relationships. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with thirteen competent practitioners (Mean age = 41.2 Â± 10.9 years old, five men, eight women). Thematic analysis revealed that the participants used a range of counselling principles to develop practitioner-athlete relationships including: the facilitative conditions, self-disclosure, counsel... Practitioners' perceptions of sport and exercise psychology in South ... African Journals Online (AJOL) With the rationale to promote the national and international discipline, praxis and value of Sport and Exercise Psychology (S&EP) as well as make a contribution to the limited amount of comparison research, this study focused on comparative perceptions of relevant, knowledgeable S&EP stakeholders in South Africa (SA)Â ... Sport psychological associations role to create growth and stimulate networking in sports, federations and academia - experiences from Sweden and Denmark DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Becker-Larsen, Astrid; Edvardsson, Arne skills. Much has happened over the past 25 years since the Danish SocietyÂ ofÂ Sport Psychology (DIFO;1992) and the Swedish Sports Psychological Association (SIPF; 2000) founded. When talking to experts in the field and looking at what is reported in media there have been a significant growing interest...... and networkning in sports, federations and academia. Metod/Method Board members from DIFO and SIPF have been invited to participate in this symposium. To initate discussion the participants have been given the assignment to answer the 3 open questions regarding their association: âWhat have you done in the past...... of SIPF or DIFO. The associationâs goals are to promote and develop sports psychology research, teaching and applied practice by gathering experiences from different practitioners (e.g., academia, federations and sports). Therfore, it is in both assocations intrest to come togheter and discuss the past... SPORT AND EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Andy Lane 2008-09-01 Full Text Available DESCRIPTION The book introduces the undergraduate psychology student to both academic and professional aspects of Sport and Exercise Psychology. It uses up to date research evidence, established theory and a variety of activities that help the student consider and understand academic and professional aspects of this particular academic discipline. PURPOSE The book aims to provide the undergraduate psychology student with a structured introduction to the subject area and an insight into the theoretical evidence and practical suggestions that underpin what a Sport and Exercise psychologist does. The book also aims to support one term or one semester courses in Sport and Exercise Psychology. It is also appropriate for Masters level courses. FEATURES The book begins with a chapter on applied sports psychology to give the reader an insight into the domain of sport psychology, providing an overview of the techniques that could be used. The next three chapters focus on mood, anxiety and self confidence, which influence performance. This leads on to four chapters that focus on managing psychological states. There is also a chapter on leadership which interestingly includes leadership development in coaches and in athletes. Two chapters focus on the effects of exercise on psychological states, providing a balance between the benefits and potential drawbacks. The final chapter examines the issue of placebo effects. Throughout each chapter there are useful activities than can help the reader's understanding of practical and theoretical issues. These also have practical implications for the work of a Sport and Exercise Psychologist. Key ethical issues are raised on a regular basis throughout the text. The book offers an excellent blend of theory and practical suggestions which are critically discussed thus giving valuable insights regarding the research process and applied practice which is often lacking in the more well known standard textbooks for Sport Is there a link between previous exposure to sport injury psychology education and UK sport injury rehabilitation professionals' attitudes and behaviour towards sport psychology? Science.gov (United States) Heaney, Caroline A; Rostron, Claire L; Walker, Natalie C; Green, Alison J K 2017-01-01 The use of sport psychology strategies during sport injury rehabilitation can lead to several positive outcomes such as improved adherence and self-efficacy. The purpose of this study was to compare the sport psychology related attitudes and behaviours of UK sport injury rehabilitation professionals (SIRPs) who had studied the psychological aspects of sport injury to those who had not. Ninety-four SIRPs (54 physiotherapists and 40 sports therapists with a mean of 9.22 years' experience of working in sport) completed an online survey and were grouped according to their level of previous exposure to sport injury psychology education at an undergraduate/postgraduate level. Analyses were undertaken to establish whether there were any differences in sport psychology related attitude (MANOVA), usage (MANOVA), and referral behaviours (chi square) between the groups. The MANOVA and chi square tests conducted revealed that those who had studied the psychological aspects of sport injury reported using significantly more sport psychology in their practice and making more referrals to sport psychologists. It was concluded that sport injury psychology education appears to be effective in increasing the sport psychology related behaviours (use of sport psychology and referral) of SIRPs and should be integrated into professional training. Copyright Â© 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Developing Sport Psychology in a Girls' Sport Academy Curriculum Science.gov (United States) Lewis, Andrew 2014-01-01 This article explores the initial steps in developing and presenting Sport Psychology in a leadership and sport curriculum at Stellenbosch University's (SU) Centre for Human Performance Sciences' (CHPS) Academy for Girls' Leadership and Sport Development. Sport Psychology does not feature within the South African school curriculum specifically,â¦ Sport medicine and sport science practitioners' experiences of organizational change. Science.gov (United States) Wagstaff, C R D; Gilmore, S; Thelwell, R C 2015-10-01 Despite the emergence of and widespread uptake of a growing range of medical and scientific professions in elite sport, such environs present a volatile professional domain characterized by change and unprecedentedly high turnover of personnel. This study explored sport medicine and science practitioners' experiences of organizational change using a longitudinal design over a 2-year period. Specifically, data were collected in three temporally defined phases via 49 semi-structured interviews with 20 sport medics and scientists employed by three organizations competing in the top tiers of English football and cricket. The findings indicated that change occurred over four distinct stages; anticipation and uncertainty, upheaval and realization, integration and experimentation, normalization and learning. Moreover, these data highlight salient emotional, behavioral, and attitudinal experiences of medics and scientists, the existence of poor employment practices, and direct and indirect implications for on-field performance following organizational change. The findings are discussed in line with advances to extant change theory and applied implications for prospective sport medics and scientists, sport organizations, and professional bodies responsible for the training and development of neophyte practitioners. Â© 2014 John Wiley & Sons A/S. Published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd. Sport psychology education for sport injury rehabilitation professionals: a systematic review. Science.gov (United States) Heaney, Caroline A; Walker, Natalie C; Green, Alison J K; Rostron, Claire L 2015-02-01 Sport psychology education has been shown to have a positive impact on the practice of sport injury rehabilitation professionals (SIRPs). The purpose of this paper is to review recommendations relating to such education. The paper presents a review of existing literature relating to the content and mode of delivery for a sport psychology education programme for SIRPs. The review seeks to address four questions: (1) What topic areas do researchers suggest should be integrated into the sport psychology education of SIRPs? (2) What topic areas are currently being recommended by professional bodies? (3) What are the findings of research examining the impact of sport psychology education on SIRPs? and (4) What do researchers recommend to be the most appropriate mode of delivery for sport psychology education for SIRPs? The findings of the review suggest that in order to maximise adherence amongst already qualified SIRPs sport psychology education should be delivered in a flexible short duration package. Additionally three broad areas that sport psychology education should cover emerged: (1) understanding of the psychological impact of injury, (2) interventions and psychological skills/techniques, and (3) referral and professional boundaries. This has important implications for the future training of SIRPs. Copyright Â© 2014 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Strategies for bridging the research-practice âgapâ in sport and exercise psychology NARCIS (Netherlands) Keegan, Richard James; Cotteril, Stewart; Woolway, Toby; Appaneal, Renee; Hutter, R.I. 2017-01-01 This paper explores the continuing research-practice gap that exists within sport and exercise psychology. It explores the reasons why this gap exists, and, crucially, considers solutions to reduce the magnitude and impact of the gap between researchers and practitioners within the field. In this Bringing Sport Psychology into Physiotherapy OpenAIRE Heaney, Caroline; Walker, Natalie; Green, Alison; Rostron, Claire 2016-01-01 Whilst the benefits of sport psychology intervention during injury rehabilitation are well documented it appears that it remains underutilised by physiotherapists (Alexanders, Anderson and Henderson, 2015, Physiotherapy, 101, 95-102). A lack of education in this field for physiotherapists has been suggested as a causative factor. Preliminary studies undertaken on North American populations have shown support for sport psychology education interventions but no studies have examined physiothera... Sport Psychology: Myths in Sport Education and Physical Education Science.gov (United States) Griffin, Joy 2008-01-01 From a sport and exercise psychology viewpoint, this article describes the increasing professionalization of youth sport and how many well-intentioned people are using misconceptions or myths to organize and administer youth sport programs. For example, professionalization has led to specialization and year-round training, while playing multipleâ¦ New approaches to sport and exercise psychology DEFF Research Database (Denmark) This book contains articles based on selected presentations at the 11th European Congress of Sport Psychology, a congress arranged by the Danish Forum of Sport Psychology and the Institute of Exercise and Sport Sciences, University of Copenhagen, between 22 and 27 July 2003 in Copenhagen, Denmark.1......) The intention of this publication is to introduce the reader to a selection of articles which the editors would like to summarize under the title New Approaches to Sport and Exercise Psychology. Despite the diversity in content and form, all the articles have been selected on the basis of one common orientation... Assessing competence in sport psychology : An action research account NARCIS (Netherlands) Hutter, R. I (Vana); Pijpers, J. R (Rob); Oudejans, RaÃ´ul R.D. 2016-01-01 Competent practice in sport psychology is of utmost importance for the professional status of the field, and hence proper assessment of competence for sport psychology practice is needed. We describe three cycles of action research to improve the assessment of competence in a sport psychology Sport psychological skill levels and related psychosocial factors that ... African Journals Online (AJOL) Sport psychological skill levels and related psychosocial factors that distinguish ... players' perceived ability to be psychologically well prepared for competitions. ... reference to practical implications for future sport psychological skills training A Sport and Exercise Psychology Perspective on Stress. Science.gov (United States) Gill, Diane L. 1994-01-01 Introduces psychological perspectives on stress, noting conceptual models that guide sport and exercise psychology. After presenting key aspects of Lazarus' stress model, the paper reviews major lines of research related to stress within sport and exercise psychology. Lazarus suggests more information can be gained by considering emotion alongâ¦ Sports medicine in The Netherlands: consultation with a sports physician without referral by a general practitioner Science.gov (United States) de Bruijn, Matthijs C; Kollen, Boudewijn J; Baarveld, Frank 2013-01-01 Background In The Netherlands, sports medicine physicians are involved in the care of about 8% of all sports injuries that occur each year. Some patients consult a sports physician directly, without being referred by a general practitioner. This study aims to determine how many patients consult a sports physician directly, and to explore differences in the profiles of these patients compared with those who are referred. Methods This was an exploratory cross-sectional study in which all new patients presenting with an injury to a regional sports medical center during September 2010 were identified. The characteristics of patients who self-referred and those who were referred by other medical professionals were compared. Results A total of 234 patients were included (mean age 33.7 years, 59.1% male). Most of the injuries occurred during soccer and running, particularly injuries of the knee and ankle. In this cohort, 39.3% of patients consulted a sports physician directly. These patients were significantly more often involved in individual sports, consulted a sports physician relatively rapidly after the onset of injury, and had received significantly less care before this new event from medical professionals compared with patients who were referred. Conclusion In this study, 39.3% of patients with sports injuries consulted a sports physician directly without being referred by another medical professional. The profile of this group of patients differed from that of patients who were referred. The specific roles of general practitioners and sports physicians in medical sports care in The Netherlands needs to be defined further. PMID:24379706 Assessing the use of psychological skills by sports category and the relation with sports performance satisfaction. Science.gov (United States) TomÃ©-Lourido, David; Arce, Constantino; Vales-VÃ¡zquez, Ãngel; Ponte, Dolores 2018-05-02 The evaluation of psychological skills by athletes and their relationship with sports performance and satisfaction has been of great interest in recent decades. Likewise, there has been an emergent tendency to focus on developing specific psychological skills for each sport. The principal aim of this study was to determine the frequency with which athletes deploy psychological skills whilst competing and whether their frequency varies in accordance with the technical, tactical and physical characteristics of the sport in question. A further objective was to establish the connection between the frequency of use of psychological skills and athletes' degree of satisfaction with their performance. The study comprised 1003 athletes practising 43 different sports, grouped into 7 categories based on the similarities between them. Frequency of use of the psychological skills was measured with the Test of Performance Strategies 3. The data analyses allowed the following conclusions to be drawn: the degree to which psychological skills are used is dependent on the technical, tactical and physical characteristics of each sport; and the higher the frequency of the use of psychological skills, the greater the athletes' degree of satisfaction with their performance. These results allow athletes and coaches to increase levels of sports performance by working on the use of psychological skills, adapted to the technical, tactical or physical requirements of the category in which their sport is included. In addition, working on different psychological skills will improve their satisfaction with sports performance. Testing applied in Brazilian studies in sport psychology Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Andressa Melina Becker da Silva 2015-02-01 Full Text Available Sport Psychology is one of the areas of the expertise of psychologists that makes use assessment tools. Therefore depends on the construction and validation of instruments for this population. Examine the instruments cited in this literature can help in this process. This study examined the instruments validated for the Brazilian population, cited in national articles on Sport Psychology, from 2002 to 2012. The descriptors "validation", "test", "sport", and "Psychophysiology", were crossed with descriptors "anxiety", "stress", "depression", "motivation", "leadership", "aggression," "imagination," "humor," "self-esteem", and "self-efficacy" - on the electronic bases PeriÃ³dicos/CAPES, SciELO-Brazil and PubMed, in January 2013. For 38 sports and other non-competitive, six instruments translated and validated in Brazil were found, but not yet assessed / approved by the Federal Council of Psychology. The inclusion of the psychophysiological measures in the evaluation process and the validation of the instruments applied to Sport Psychology are discusses. Sports medicine in The Netherlands: consultation with a sports physician without referral by a general practitioner Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) de Bruijn MC 2013-01-01 Full Text Available Matthijs C de Bruijn,1 Boudewijn J Kollen,2 Frank Baarveld21Center for Sports Medicine, 2Department of General Practice, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, The NetherlandsBackground: In The Netherlands, sports medicine physicians are involved in the care of about 8% of all sports injuries that occur each year. Some patients consult a sports physician directly, without being referred by a general practitioner. This study aims to determine how many patients consult a sports physician directly, and to explore differences in the profiles of these patients compared with those who are referred.Methods: This was an exploratory cross-sectional study in which all new patients presenting with an injury to a regional sports medical center during September 2010 were identified. The characteristics of patients who self-referred and those who were referred by other medical professionals were compared.Results: A total of 234 patients were included (mean age 33.7 years, 59.1% male. Most of the injuries occurred during soccer and running, particularly injuries of the knee and ankle. In this cohort, 39.3% of patients consulted a sports physician directly. These patients were significantly more often involved in individual sports, consulted a sports physician relatively rapidly after the onset of injury, and had received significantly less care before this new event from medical professionals compared with patients who were referred.Conclusion: In this study, 39.3% of patients with sports injuries consulted a sports physician directly without being referred by another medical professional. The profile of this group of patients differed from that of patients who were referred. The specific roles of general practitioners and sports physicians in medical sports care in The Netherlands needs to be defined further.Keywords: sports injuries, sports medicine physician, primary care, secondary care African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation ... African Journals Online (AJOL) Focus and Scope. The African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation is a professional journal of the Association of Psychology in Sport and Human Behaviour. It publishes a wide variety of original articles and reports relevant to cultural and sport behaviour, theoretical propositions, research outcomesÂ ... Assessing competence in sport psychology: An action research account OpenAIRE Hutter, R. I (Vana); Pijpers, J. R (Rob); Oudejans, RaÃ´ul R.D. 2016-01-01 Competent practice in sport psychology is of utmost importance for the professional status of the field, and hence proper assessment of competence for sport psychology practice is needed. We describe three cycles of action research to improve the assessment of competence in a sport psychology education program. The cycles were directed at (a) empowering supervisors in their assessing role, (b) improving the assessment checklist, and (c) investigating an alternative assessment method. Although... African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation ... African Journals Online (AJOL) African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation: Advanced Search. Journal Home > African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation: Advanced Search. Log in or Register to get access to full text downloads. Psychological characteristics of BDSM practitioners NARCIS (Netherlands) Wismeijer, A.A.J.; van Assen, M.A.L.M. 2013-01-01 Introduction It has been generally thought that the practice of bondage-discipline, dominance-submission, sadism-masochism (BDSM) is in some form associated with psychopathology. However, several more recent studies suggest a relative good psychological health of BDSM practitioners. Aim The aim of CONCEPTUALIZATION OF IDEAS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY IN SPORTS: PROBLEMS OF EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Yulia Vladimirovna Vardanyan 2013-09-01 Full Text Available This article is devoted to the research of the concept âpsychological safety in sportsâ. On the basis of analysis of ideas about psychological safety in sports and their representation in printed or verbal form the necessity of overcoming the fragmentation and lack of system is substantiated. The authors state that one and the same sports situation can constructively or destructively affect the psychological safety of direct or indirect participants of sports events. In this context, it is important to create the psycholinguistic basis of experimental research of psychological safety in sports. Great attention is paid to systematization of the content of the concept âpsychological safety in sportsâ. The created models of words and expressions that convey ideas about this phenomenon are of particular value. In the structure of the concept the dominant meanings, expressed in the nucleus, and additional meanings, related to the periphery of the concept are distinguished.Purpose: to explore the ideas of psychological safety in sports and their representation in printed or verbal form; to determine ways of overcoming the conceptual psycholinguistic problems in the process of experimental research of psychological safety in sports; to create the model of words and expressions which are used to verbalize the concept âpsychological safety in sportsâ.Methodology: theoretical analysis of psychological and linguistic literature, creation of the psycholinguistic basis of experimental research, modeling of the conceptual ideas of psychological safety in sports.Results: psycholinguistic basis of experimental research of psychological safety in sports, the model of content and structure of the corresponding concept.Practical implications: Pedagogical Psychology, Sports Psychology, Philology, Psycholinguistics.DOI:Â http://dx.doi.org/10.12731/2218-7405-2013-8-11 Entrepreneurial education embedded in sport psychology : a Swedish case study OpenAIRE HolmstrÃ¶m, Stefan; Lindberg, Erik; Jansson, John 2016-01-01 The main objective of this study was to provide a contribution to the entrepreneurship education field through evaluating and describing changes in students' attitudes towards entrepreneurship. A pre-test and post-test design was used to evaluate a course design where sport psychology was the main topic with an embedded element of entrepreneurship education. The course was part of university program in Masters Programme in Sports Psychology or Physical Trainer Programme. Sport psychology-stud... Improving athletes' perspectives of sport psychology consultation: a controlled evaluation of two interview methods. Science.gov (United States) Donohue, B; Dickens, Y; Lancer, K; Covassin, T; Hash, A; Miller, A; Genet, J 2004-03-01 Although investigations have consistently demonstrated the effectiveness of sport psychology interventions, these methods have been underutilized by athletes. In this study, 124 athletes completed the athletes' Attitudes Toward Seeking Sport Psychology Consultation Questionnaire (ATSSPCQ) and were subsequently randomly assigned to receive one of the two semistructured interview formats. One interview focused on discussing the athlete's experiences in sports, and the other focused on delineating sport psychology and its potential benefits to the athlete. Upon being interviewed, athletes were readministered the ATSSPCQ. Discussing sport psychology and its personal benefits was more effective in enhancing athletes' perception of need for sport psychology than discussing sport experiences. However, neither interview format enhanced athletes' perceptions of openness to discuss personal issues with a sport psychology consultant and tolerance of stigma associated with sport psychology consultation. Indeed, participants who received the discussion of sports intervention reported a significant decrease in personal openness to discuss personal issues relevant to sports psychology from pre- to postintervention. Intervention effects were similar for male and female athletes. Study implications and future directions are discussed in light of these results. Sport psychology group consultation using social networking web sites. Science.gov (United States) Dietrich, Frederick; Shipherd, Amber M; Gershgoren, Lael; Filho, Edson Medeiros; Basevitch, Itay 2012-08-01 A social networking Web site, Facebook, was used to deliver long-term sport psychology consultation services to student-athletes (i.e., soccer players) in 30- to 60-min weekly sessions. Additional short-term team building, group cohesion, communication, anger management, injury rehabilitation, mental toughness, commitment, and leadership workshops were provided. Cohesion and overall relationships between both the student-athletes and the sport psychology consultants benefited from this process. Social networking Web sites offer a practical way of providing sport psychology consulting services that does not require use of major resources. (c) 2012 APA, all rights reserved. A cross-over from Sport Psychology to the Psychology of Music: An ... African Journals Online (AJOL) The primary aim of this research was to evaluate whether the cross-over from Sport Psychology to the Psychology of Music in terms of the knowledge base, intervention Psychological Skills Training (PST) protocols and psychometric measurements was meaningful. A second aim was to ascertain whether the psychologicalÂ ... Psychological impact of sports activity in spinal cord injury patients. Science.gov (United States) Gioia, M C; Cerasa, A; Di Lucente, L; Brunelli, S; Castellano, V; Traballesi, M 2006-12-01 To investigate whether sports activity is associated with better psychological profiles in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) and to evaluate the effect of demographic factors on psychological benefits. The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Form X2 (STAI-X2), the Eysenck Personality Questionnaire for extraversion (EPQ-R (E)) and the questionnaire for depression (QD) were administered in a cross-sectional study of 137 males with spinal cord injury including 52 tetraplegics and 85 paraplegics. The subjects were divided into two groups according to sports activity participation (high frequency vs no sports participation). Moreover, multiple regression analysis was adopted to investigate the influence of demographic variables, such as age, educational level, occupational status and marital status, on psychological variables. Analysis of variance revealed significant differences among the groups for anxiety (STAI-X2), extraversion (EPQ-R (E)) and depression (QD). In particular, SCI patients who did not practice sports showed higher anxiety and depression scores and lower extraversion scores than sports participants. In addition, with respect to the paraplegics, the tetraplegic group showed the lowest depression scores. Following multiple regression analysis, only the sports activity factor remained as an independent factor of anxiety scores. These findings demonstrate that sports activity is associated with better psychological status in SCI patients, irrespective of tetraplegia and paraplegia, and that psychological benefits are not emphasized by demographic factors. Psychological Preparation for Peak Performance in Sports Competition Science.gov (United States) Ohuruogu, Ben; Jonathan, Ugwuanyi I.; Ikechukwu, Ugwu Jude 2016-01-01 This paper attempts to make an overview of various techniques, sport psychologist adopt in psychological preparation of athletes for peak performance. To attain peak performance in sports competitions, coaches and athletes should not base their prospect on physical training on sport skills alone rather should integrate both the mental and physicalâ¦ Sport Psychology: some new proposals being developed Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Francisco J. Ortin-Montero 2013-10-01 Full Text Available This introduction should serve as a framework for the following monograph. While it is true that other authors have examined the discipline of sport psychology, the majority of them have done so from a very generalist perspective. For possibly the first time, there has been an attempt to rely on specialists who, from a very precise proposal, have offered us unique approaches with a wide scientific foundation applied to this area of study. A theoretical framework that adequately delimits the structure of this proposal regarding sport psychology is presented. Where's the emotion? How sport psychology can inform research on emotion in human factors. Science.gov (United States) Eccles, David W; Ward, Paul; Woodman, Tim; Janelle, Christopher M; Le Scanff, Christine; Ehrlinger, Joyce; Castanier, Carole; Coombes, Stephen A 2011-04-01 The aim of this study was to demonstrate how research on emotion in sport psychology might inform the field of human factors. Human factors historically has paid little attention to the role of emotion within the research on human-system relations. The theories, methods, and practices related to research on emotion within sport psychology might be informative for human factors because fundamentally, sport psychology and human factors are applied fields concerned with enhancing performance in complex, real-world domains. Reviews of three areas of theory and research on emotion in sport psychology are presented, and the relevancy of each area for human factors is proposed: (a) emotional preparation and regulation for performance, (b) an emotional trait explanation for risk taking in sport, and (c) the link between emotion and motor behavior. Finally, there are suggestions for how to continue cross-talk between human factors and sport psychology about research on emotion and related topics in the future. The relevance of theory and research on emotion in sport psychology for human factors is demonstrated. The human factors field and, in particular, research on human-system relations may benefit from a consideration of theory and research on emotion in sport psychology. Theories, methods, and practices from sport psychology might be applied usefully to human factors. Developing Sport Psychology in a girls' sport academy curriculum African Journals Online (AJOL) then their self-respect and social interaction skills in preparation for .... Generally Sport Psychology is not presented in teacher education faculties (Le Roux, .... from smaller groups of approximately 10 to larger groups of 20 participants. ..... and scaffolding the cognitive and metacognitive developmental phases that charac-. Associations between sports participation and psychological difficulties during childhood: a two-year follow up. Science.gov (United States) Vella, Stewart A; Cliff, Dylan P; Magee, Christopher A; Okely, Anthony D 2015-05-01 This paper assessed the associations between sports participation and the development of psychological strengths and difficulties during childhood. Two-year follow up study of a sample of 4042 Australian children who were followed from age 8 years to 10 years. Parents reported children's participation in organised sports, and completed the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire. Univariate general linear models were used to examine the association between changes in sports participation and psychological strengths and difficulties at 10 years, adjusting for psychological strengths and difficulties at age 8. Children who maintained participation in sport had lower rates of parent-reported psychological difficulties at 10 years compared with children who dropped out of sport. Less internalising problems were also reported for children who participated in organised sports compared to children who dropped out of sports and children who did not participate in sports. These relationships did not differ by BMI, socioeconomic status, or parental education. Greater psychological difficulties are experienced by children who drop out of sports, and greater social and emotional problems are experienced by children who drop out of sports and who do not participate in organised sports. Due consideration should be given to the quality and implementation of sporting programs to ensure that they provide benefits to mental health. Due consideration should also be given to the potential psychological difficulties being experienced by children who drop out of organised sports as a higher level of psychological difficulties may be experienced prior to or subsequent to dropout. Copyright Â© 2014 Sports Medicine Australia. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Physical Activity and Psychological Benefits. International Society of Sport Psychology Position Statement. Science.gov (United States) Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1992 1992-01-01 International Society of Sport Psychology clarifies the psychological benefits of physical activity, noting the positive relationship between physical activity level and mental health. Exercise can reduce anxiety, decrease depression levels, reduce neuroticism and anxiety, reduce stress, and have beneficial emotional effects for both sexes acrossâ¦ Prediction: The Modern-Day Sport-Science and Sports-Medicine "Quest for the Holy Grail". Science.gov (United States) McCall, Alan; Fanchini, Maurizio; Coutts, Aaron J 2017-05-01 In high-performance sport, science and medicine practitioners employ a variety of physical and psychological tests, training and match monitoring, and injury-screening tools for a variety of reasons, mainly to predict performance, identify talented individuals, and flag when an injury will occur. The ability to "predict" outcomes such as performance, talent, or injury is arguably sport science and medicine's modern-day equivalent of the "Quest for the Holy Grail." The purpose of this invited commentary is to highlight the common misinterpretation of studies investigating association to those actually analyzing prediction and to provide practitioners with simple recommendations to quickly distinguish between methods pertaining to association and those of prediction. Guidelines for writing applied case studies in sport and exercise psychology OpenAIRE Keegan, Richard James 2017-01-01 While there has been a significant expansion of continued professional development opportunities in recent years, there has often, historically, been a reluctance for sport and exercise psychologists to both share, and receive feedback on their professional practice (Cotterill, Weston and Breslin, 2016). The recent development of the new Case Studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology journal, a flagship journal of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, supports an increasing appetite fo... Comparison of Athletes' Proneness to Depressive Symptoms in Individual and Team Sports: Research on Psychological Mediators in Junior Elite Athletes. Science.gov (United States) Nixdorf, Insa; Frank, Raphael; Beckmann, JÃ¼rgen 2016-01-01 Depression among elite athletes is a topic of increasing interest and public awareness. Currently, empirical data on elite athletes' depressive symptoms are rare. Recent results indicate sport-related mechanisms and effects on depression prevalence in elite athlete samples; specific factors associated with depression include overtraining, injury, and failure in competition. One such effect is that athletes competing in individual sports were found to be more prone to depressive symptoms than athletes competing in team sports. The present study examined this effect by testing three possible, psychological mediators based on theoretical and empirical assumptions: namely, cohesion in team or training groups; perception of perfectionistic expectations from others; and negative attribution after failure. In a cross-sectional study, 199 German junior elite athletes (M age = 14.96; SD = 1.56) participated and completed questionnaires on perfectionism, cohesion, attribution after failure, and depressive symptoms. Mediation analysis using path analysis with bootstrapping was used for data analysis. As expected, athletes in individual sports showed higher scores in depression than athletes in team sports [t(197) = 2.05; p sports (Î² = 0.27; p sports and depression scores. Neither cohesion nor perfectionism met essential criteria to serve as mediators: cohesion was not elevated in either team or individual sports, and perfectionism was positively related to team sports. The results support the assumption of previous findings on sport-specific mechanisms (here the effect between individual and team sports) contributing to depressive symptoms among elite athletes. Additionally, attribution after failure seems to play an important role in this regard and could be considered in further research and practitioners in the field of sport psychology. Comparison of Athletesâ Proneness to Depressive Symptoms in Individual and Team Sports: Research on Psychological Mediators in Junior Elite Athletes Science.gov (United States) Nixdorf, Insa; Frank, Raphael; Beckmann, JÃ¼rgen 2016-01-01 Depression among elite athletes is a topic of increasing interest and public awareness. Currently, empirical data on elite athletesâ depressive symptoms are rare. Recent results indicate sport-related mechanisms and effects on depression prevalence in elite athlete samples; specific factors associated with depression include overtraining, injury, and failure in competition. One such effect is that athletes competing in individual sports were found to be more prone to depressive symptoms than athletes competing in team sports. The present study examined this effect by testing three possible, psychological mediators based on theoretical and empirical assumptions: namely, cohesion in team or training groups; perception of perfectionistic expectations from others; and negative attribution after failure. In a cross-sectional study, 199 German junior elite athletes (Mage = 14.96; SD = 1.56) participated and completed questionnaires on perfectionism, cohesion, attribution after failure, and depressive symptoms. Mediation analysis using path analysis with bootstrapping was used for data analysis. As expected, athletes in individual sports showed higher scores in depression than athletes in team sports [t(197) = 2.05; p sports (Î² = 0.27; p sports and depression scores. Neither cohesion nor perfectionism met essential criteria to serve as mediators: cohesion was not elevated in either team or individual sports, and perfectionism was positively related to team sports. The results support the assumption of previous findings on sport-specific mechanisms (here the effect between individual and team sports) contributing to depressive symptoms among elite athletes. Additionally, attribution after failure seems to play an important role in this regard and could be considered in further research and practitioners in the field of sport psychology. PMID:27378988 Sport and exercise psychology in 2050 OpenAIRE Raab, M 2017-01-01 Sport and exercise psychology by definition describes, explains, and predicts human behaviour. Yet exact predictions of human behaviour are more the exception than the rule and thus it is no wonder that sport and exercise psychologists are not able to predict very well who will be a talent or win a gold medal in 10 years. In the same vein, it is somewhat easier to describe scientific endeavours in hindsight or by analysis of the current state of affairs than to predict what a discipline will ... Advances in cognitive-socialpersonality theory : applications to sport psychology OpenAIRE Smith, Ronald E. 2008-01-01 Many theories and intervention techniques in sport psychology have a cognitive-behavioral emphasis, and sport psychologists have long been interested in individual differences. Recent developments in cognitive social personality theory offer new opportunities for understanding sport behavior. The finding of stable individual differences in situationbehavior relations has helped resolve the person-situation debate of past years, and idiographically-distinct behavioral signatures have now been ... The potential role of sports psychology in the obesity epidemic. Science.gov (United States) Morelli, Vincent; Davis, Carolyn 2013-06-01 Sports psychologists play an important role in enhancing performance among athletes. In conjunction with team physicians, they can also shed light on psychological disorders common in athletes, such as mood and eating disorders, and overtraining syndrome. Sports psychologists can also lend their expertise to assist with injury prevention and recovery and compliance issues. Sports psychology has a role in helping to reverse the growing obesity epidemic among school-aged children. These professionals, working with coaches, can increase children's levels of physical activity. Cognitive-behavioral techniques could lead to enhanced enjoyment, increased participation, improved school performance, and a reduction in obesity. Copyright Â© 2013 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. An integrated framework for the optimisation of sport and athlete development: a practitioner approach. Science.gov (United States) Gulbin, Jason P; Croser, Morag J; Morley, Elissa J; Weissensteiner, Juanita R 2013-01-01 This paper introduces a new sport and athlete development framework that has been generated by multidisciplinary sport practitioners. By combining current theoretical research perspectives with extensive empirical observations from one of the world's leading sport agencies, the proposed FTEM (Foundations, Talent, Elite, Mastery) framework offers broad utility to researchers and sporting stakeholders alike. FTEM is unique in comparison with alternative models and frameworks, because it: integrates general and specialised phases of development for participants within the active lifestyle, sport participation and sport excellence pathways; typically doubles the number of developmental phases (n = 10) in order to better understand athlete transition; avoids chronological and training prescriptions; more optimally establishes a continuum between participation and elite; and allows full inclusion of many developmental support drivers at the sport and system levels. The FTEM framework offers a viable and more flexible alternative for those sporting stakeholders interested in managing, optimising, and researching sport and athlete development pathways. Sport Psychology Teaching Approaches for High School Coaches and Their Student-Athletes Science.gov (United States) Gilbert, Jenelle N. 2017-01-01 Coaches lacking a formal background in sport psychology may shy away from teaching these skills in favor of teaching physical skills with which they are more familiar. Other coaches may assume that athletes will learn sport psychology skills as a byproduct of their coaching pedagogy. Regardless, high school coaches are responsible for teachingâ¦ The Psychological UNIFORM: Using Mental Skills in Youth Sport Science.gov (United States) Johnson, Crystal A.; Gilbert, Jenelle N. 2004-01-01 Most athletes can benefit from practicing and using mental skills within a sport context, but budgets do not always allow the hiring of a Sport Psychologists to implement a mental skills training program. With guidance, however, dedicated coaches can help athletes develop the mental side of their game by providing basic psychological skills. Aâ¦ Sport psychology consultantsâ perceptions of their challenges at the London 2012 Olympic Games DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Elsborg, Peter; Diment, Greg; Elbe, Anne-Marie 2015-01-01 The objective of this study was to explore how sport psychology consultants perceive the challenges they face at the Olympic Games. Post-Olympics semistructured interviews with 11 experienced sport psychology consultants who worked at the London Games were conducted. The interviews were transcribed...... and inductively content analyzed. Trustworthiness was reached through credibility activities (i.e., member checking and peer debriefing). The participants perceived a number of challenges important to being successful at the Olympic Games. These challenges were divided into two general themes: Challenges Before...... the Olympics (e.g., negotiating oneâs role) and Challenges During the Olympics (e.g., dealing with the media). The challenges the sport psychology consultants perceived as important validate and cohere with the challenge descriptions that exist in the literature. The findings extend the knowledge on sport... Sport-related anxiety: current insights Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Ford JL 2017-10-01 Full Text Available Jessica L Ford, Kenneth Ildefonso, Megan L Jones, Monna Arvinen-Barrow Department of Kinesiology, Integrative Health Care & Performance Unit, University ofÂ Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, USA Abstract: To date, much research has been devoted to understanding how anxiety can affect sport performance, both in practice and in competitive settings. It is well known that sport has the potential for high levels of stress and anxiety, and that practicing and employing a range of psychological strategies can be beneficial in anxiety management. Equally, growing evidence also suggests that anxiety can play a role in sport injury prevention, occurrence, rehabilitation, and the return to sport process. The purpose of this paper is to provide current insights into sport-related anxiety. More specifically, it will provide the reader with definitions and theoretical conceptualizations of sport-related anxiety. This will be followed by making a case for considering the term "performance" to be broader than activities associated with sport-related performance in practice and competition, by including performance activities associated with sport injury prevention, rehabilitation, and the return to sport process. The paper will then highlight the importance of recognizing early signs and symptoms of anxiety, and the potential need for referral. Finally, the conclusions will emphasize the need for appropriate, client-specific, and practitioner competent care for athletes experiencing sport-related anxiety. Keywords: anxiety, sport, performance, injury, sport medicine professional, sport psychology, mental health Psychologic stress related to injury and impact on sport performance. Science.gov (United States) Nippert, Angela H; Smith, Aynsley M 2008-05-01 Injury rates are high among children and adolescent athletes. Psychosocial stressors, such as personality, history of stressors, and life event stress can influence injury occurrence. After injury, those same factors plus athletic identity, self-esteem, and significant others-such as parents, coaches, and teammates-can affect injury response, recovery and subsequent sport performance. Goal setting, positive self-talk, attribution theory, and relaxation or mental imagery are psychologic interventions that can help injured athletes cope with psychosocial stressors. Medical professionals should be aware of the potential influence that psychosocial stressors and psychologic interventions can have on injury occurrence, injury recovery, and sport performance. Psychological balance in high level athletes: gender-based differences and sport-specific patterns. Science.gov (United States) Schaal, Karine; Tafflet, Muriel; Nassif, Hala; Thibault, ValÃ©rie; Pichard, Capucine; Alcotte, Mathieu; Guillet, Thibaut; El Helou, Nour; Berthelot, Geoffroy; Simon, Serge; Toussaint, Jean-FranÃ§ois 2011-05-04 Few epidemiological studies have focused on the psychological health of high level athletes. This study aimed to identify the principal psychological problems encountered within French high level athletes, and the variations in their prevalence based on sex and the sport practiced. Multivariate analyses were conducted on nationwide data obtained from the athletes' yearly psychological evaluations. A representative sample of 13% of the French athlete population was obtained. 17% of athletes have at least one ongoing or recent disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) being the most prevalent (6%), followed by non-specific eating disorders (4.2%). Overall, 20.2% of women had at least one psychopathology, against 15.1% in men. This female predominance applied to anxiety and eating disorders, depression, sleep problems and self-harming behaviors. The highest rates of GAD appeared in aesthetic sports (16.7% vs. 6.8% in other sports for men and 38.9% vs. 10.3% for women); the lowest prevalence was found in high risk sports athletes (3.0% vs. 3.5%). Eating disorders are most common among women in racing sports (14% vs. 9%), but for men were found mostly in combat sports (7% vs. 4.8%). This study highlights important differences in psychopathology between male and female athletes, demonstrating that the many sex-based differences reported in the general population apply to elite athletes. While the prevalence of psychological problems is no higher than in the general population, the variations in psychopathology in different sports suggest that specific constraints could influence the development of some disorders. Psychological balance in high level athletes: gender-based differences and sport-specific patterns. Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Karine Schaal Full Text Available OBJECTIVES: Few epidemiological studies have focused on the psychological health of high level athletes. This study aimed to identify the principal psychological problems encountered within French high level athletes, and the variations in their prevalence based on sex and the sport practiced. METHODS: Multivariate analyses were conducted on nationwide data obtained from the athletes' yearly psychological evaluations. RESULTS: A representative sample of 13% of the French athlete population was obtained. 17% of athletes have at least one ongoing or recent disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD being the most prevalent (6%, followed by non-specific eating disorders (4.2%. Overall, 20.2% of women had at least one psychopathology, against 15.1% in men. This female predominance applied to anxiety and eating disorders, depression, sleep problems and self-harming behaviors. The highest rates of GAD appeared in aesthetic sports (16.7% vs. 6.8% in other sports for men and 38.9% vs. 10.3% for women; the lowest prevalence was found in high risk sports athletes (3.0% vs. 3.5%. Eating disorders are most common among women in racing sports (14% vs. 9%, but for men were found mostly in combat sports (7% vs. 4.8%. DISCUSSION: This study highlights important differences in psychopathology between male and female athletes, demonstrating that the many sex-based differences reported in the general population apply to elite athletes. While the prevalence of psychological problems is no higher than in the general population, the variations in psychopathology in different sports suggest that specific constraints could influence the development of some disorders. Psychological Balance in High Level Athletes: Gender-Based Differences and Sport-Specific Patterns Science.gov (United States) Schaal, Karine; Tafflet, Muriel; Nassif, Hala; Thibault, ValÃ©rie; Pichard, Capucine; Alcotte, Mathieu; Guillet, Thibaut; El Helou, Nour; Berthelot, Geoffroy; Simon, Serge; Toussaint, Jean-FranÃ§ois 2011-01-01 Objectives Few epidemiological studies have focused on the psychological health of high level athletes. This study aimed to identify the principal psychological problems encountered within French high level athletes, and the variations in their prevalence based on sex and the sport practiced. Methods Multivariate analyses were conducted on nationwide data obtained from the athletes' yearly psychological evaluations. Results A representative sample of 13% of the French athlete population was obtained. 17% of athletes have at least one ongoing or recent disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) being the most prevalent (6%), followed by non-specific eating disorders (4.2%). Overall, 20.2% of women had at least one psychopathology, against 15.1% in men. This female predominance applied to anxiety and eating disorders, depression, sleep problems and self-harming behaviors. The highest rates of GAD appeared in aesthetic sports (16.7% vs. 6.8% in other sports for men and 38.9% vs. 10.3% for women); the lowest prevalence was found in high risk sports athletes (3.0% vs. 3.5%). Eating disorders are most common among women in racing sports (14% vs. 9%), but for men were found mostly in combat sports (7% vs. 4.8%). Discussion This study highlights important differences in psychopathology between male and female athletes, demonstrating that the many sex-based differences reported in the general population apply to elite athletes. While the prevalence of psychological problems is no higher than in the general population, the variations in psychopathology in different sports suggest that specific constraints could influence the development of some disorders. PMID:21573222 International Journal of Emotional Psychology and Sport Ethics ... African Journals Online (AJOL) PROMOTING ACCESS TO AFRICAN RESEARCH ... International Journal of Emotional Psychology and Sport Ethics: Advanced Search ... of characters; e.g., soci* morality would match documents containing "sociological" or "societal" .... Journal of Development and Communication Studies, Journal of East African NaturalÂ ... International Journal of Emotional Psychology and Sport Ethics African Journals Online (AJOL) The International Journal of Emotional Psychology and Sport Ethics will consider empirical studies as well as theoretical propositions and case summaries on human emotions and/or feelings, family issues, battery/battering, disabilities, problem of underachievement/learning-difficulties, intellectual disabilities, behaviourÂ ... Brain oscillations in sport: toward EEG biomakers of performance OpenAIRE Guy eCheron; Guy eCheron; Geraldine ePetit; Julian eCheron; Axelle eLeroy; Axelle eLeroy; Ana Maria Cebolla; Carlos eCevallos; Mathieu ePetieau; David eZarka; Thomas eHoellinger; Anne-Marie eClarinval; Bernard eDan; Bernard eDan 2016-01-01 Brain dynamics is at the basis of top performance accomplishment in sports. The search for neural biomarkers of performance remains a challenge in movement science and sport psychology. The noninvasive nature of high-density electroencephalography (EEG) recording has made it a most promising avenue for providing quantitative feedback to practitioners and coaches. Here, we review the current relevance of the main types of EEG oscillations in order to trace a perspective for future practical ap... Psychology in the realm of sport injury : What it is all about OpenAIRE Almeida, Pedro Henrique Garcia Lopes de; Olmedilla, Aurelio; Rubio, VÃctor J.; Palou, Pere 2014-01-01 Sport injuries are a constant in physical activity and sport and represent, to a greater or lesser degree, an obstacle that most athletes have to face and which could have an impact on economical, occupational and educational aspects, as well as on physical and psychological health. Traditionally, sport injury was deemed the result of biomechanical forces exerted on the body and sustained during participation in sport activity, under which perspective the athlete is considered merely... Sport psychology consultantsâ perceptions of their challenges at the London 2012 Olympic Games DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Elsborg, Peter; Diment, Gregory; Elbe, Anne-Marie 2014-01-01 The aim of the study was to explore the challenges sport psychology consultants perceived at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 sport psychology consultants up to six weeks after the London Games. The interviews were transcribed and inductively content...... analyzed. The results show that consultants perceived a number of challenges important to being successful at the Olympic Games. These challenges were divided into two general themes: Challenges before the Olympics (e.g. negotiating your role) and Challenges during the Olympics (e.g. dealing with the media......). Furthermore, four different Sport psychology consultant roles during the Olympics could be defined. On the one hand, the reported challenges validate and cohere with the challenge descriptions in the literature. On the other hand, the data identifies individual contextual differences between the consultants... Brain Oscillations in Sport: Toward EEG Biomarkers of Performance OpenAIRE Cheron, Guy; Petit, GÃ©raldine; Cheron, Julian; Leroy, Axelle; Cebolla, Anita; Cevallos, Carlos; Petieau, Mathieu; Hoellinger, Thomas; Zarka, David; Clarinval, Anne-Marie; Dan, Bernard 2016-01-01 Brain dynamics is at the basis of top performance accomplishment in sports. The search for neural biomarkers of performance remains a challenge in movement science and sport psychology. The non-invasive nature of high-density electroencephalography (EEG) recording has made it a most promising avenue for providing quantitative feedback to practitioners and coaches. Here, we review the current relevance of the main types of EEG oscillations in order to trace a perspective for future practical a... Interview in Sport Psychology: Method of Study and Preparing an Intervention Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Bochaver K.A. 2018-01-01 Full Text Available Current article includes an analysis of interviewing in sport psychology, an observing of modern scientific interview protocols, a description of interview cases in private practice and research; also there is a discussion about efficiency and limitations of interview method in the article. Approaches to interviewing as the main and auxiliary method are discussed in details. The objective of the article is to show how an interview can reveal interesting biographical facts, personality traits, the installation of an athlete, to reflect his inner world, and to form working in the field of sport psychology professionals and students view on the advantages and opportunities an interview in the work of sports psychologist (research and practice. This method can be regarded as a tool of knowledge, but is also used as a preliminary interview before long-term or short-term therapeutic work. Clinical conversation as one of the options the interview are invited to the discussion; the article provides a common protocol for clinical interviews in the sport. The Psychological Benefits of Superstitious Rituals in Top Sport NARCIS (Netherlands) M.C. Schippers (MichaÃ©la); P.A.M. van Lange (Paul) 2005-01-01 textabstractThe current research addresses the psychological benefits of superstitious rituals in top sport, examining the circumstances under which top-class sportsmen are especially committed to enacting rituals prior to a game (ritual commitment). Consistent with hypotheses, findings revealed Psychological stress in sports coaches: a review of concepts, research, and practice. Science.gov (United States) Fletcher, David; Scott, Michael 2010-01-01 Sports coaches operate within a complex, ever-changing environment that imposes many pressures on them. Here, we address the psychological impact of these demands via a critical review of the literature pertaining to stress in sport coaches. The narrative is divided into three main sections: (1) conceptual and definitional issues, (2) theoretical and empirical issues, and (3) implications for applied practice. The review focuses on the environmental stressors that coaches encounter, their appraisals of and responses to these demands, and the impact this has on their personal well-being and job performance. The influence of various personal and situational characteristics is also discussed. A key message to emerge from this review is that the potential health and performance costs of psychological stress to sports coaches are significant. The rapid rate of change in contemporary sport and the dynamic nature of stress mean that stress in coaches is an ongoing problem that needs to be monitored and addressed. Study the Attitude, Knowledge and Experience of Coaches of Karate Federation Islamic Republic Of Iran toward Sport Psychology Counseling Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Shahnaz Sheikh Rahmati 2017-04-01 Full Text Available The purpose of this study was study the attitude, knowledge and experience of coaches of Karate Federation Islamic Republic of Iran toward sport psychology counseling. For this purpose, 150 official coaches (75 women and 75 men of karate Federation of Islamic Republic of Iran who had grade 1 and 2 of certified coach and had participated in the senior Championships of Iran, championship adolescents of young people and under 21 years, national team qualifiers and teams participating in premier League, had participated in this research as individual. In order to collect the required information the researcher made and the research questionnaire Sports coaches on sports psychology was used. Research results by using a two variable Pearson correlation coefficient showed that there is meaningful relationship between experience and attitude to sport psychology consulting and as well as between knowledge and attitudes toward sport psychology consulting that is (p=0.001,p=0.001 respectively. also results of research using independent t-tests showed that there is not meaningful relationship between male and female attitudes towards sport psychology consulting (p=0.207 while there is meaningful difference between adult and youth educators' attitudes towards sports psychology counseling (p=0.001. It seems that according to common concerns that exist between coaches and athletes perhaps existence sport psychology can be effective to athletes and coaches in reducing stress and achieve the desired result. Defining elite athletes: Issues in the study of expert performance in sport psychology OpenAIRE Swann, C; Moran, A; Piggott, D 2015-01-01 Â© 2014 Elsevier Ltd. Objectives: There has been considerable inconsistency and confusion in the definition of elite/expert athletes in sport psychology research, which has implications for studies conducted in this area and for the field as a whole. This study aimed to: (i) critically evaluate the ways in which recent research in sport psychology has defined elite/expert athletes; (ii) explore the rationale for using such athletes; and (iii) evaluate the conclusions that research in this fiel... Review of some phenomena in sport psychology from the point of view of the athlete's experience Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Maja Smrdu 2012-07-01 Full Text Available Although many quantitative studies have been carried out on various aspects of sport, it seems our understanding of them has not advanced considerably. Because of that there has been a greater acceptance of qualitative methods and with that also the value of employing phenomenological approaches in the academic discipline of sport psychology has increased in recent years. Phenomenological psychology can allow us to look more closely to athletesâ experiences and therefore plays a mediating role between applied and theoretical aspects of sport psychology. We find its special importance at phenomena connected to peak performance and different stages of consciousness. Have University Sport Students Higher Scores Depression, Anxiety and Psychological Stress? Science.gov (United States) Demirel, Havva 2016-01-01 Multiple studies have now shown that people who maintain appropriate body fitness, using judicious regimens of exercise and weight control, have the additional benefit of prolonged life. In fact, sport or exercise may be also expected to be helpful for psychological health. In the present study, depression, anxiety and psychological stress pointsâ¦ The effect of frequency and mode of sports activity on the psychological status in tetraplegics and paraplegics. Science.gov (United States) Muraki, S; Tsunawake, N; Hiramatsu, S; Yamasaki, M 2000-05-01 To examine whether the psychological benefits of sports activity differ between tetraplegics and paraplegics with spinal cord injury, and investigate the effect of frequency and modes of sports activity on the psychological benefits. The Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS), State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and Profiles of Mood States (POMS) were administered to 169 male individuals with spinal cord injury (mean age=42.7 years) including 53 tetraplegics and 116 paraplegics. The subjects were divided into four groups according to their frequencies of sports activity; High-active (more than three times a week; n=32), Middle-active (once or twice a week, n=41), Low-active (once to three times a month, n=32), and Inactive (no sports participation, n=64). Analysis of variance revealed significant differences in depression for SDS, trait anxiety for STAI and depression and vigor for POMS among the groups. High-active group showed the lowest scores of depression and trait anxiety and the highest score of vigor among the four groups. In contrast, no significant difference was found for any psychological measurements between tetraplegics and paraplegics. In addition, there was no significant difference for any psychological measurements among modes (wheelchair basketball, wheelchair racing, wheelchair tennis and minor modes). These findings demonstrated that sports activity can improve the psychological status, irrespective of tetraplegics and paraplegics, and that the psychological benefits are emphasized by sports activity at high frequency. Psychological skills training as a way to enhance an athlete's performance in high-intensity sports. Science.gov (United States) Birrer, D; Morgan, G 2010-10-01 The importance of psychological skills training (PST) in the development of athletic performance is widely recognized. This paper is a comprehensive review of PST in elite sports, with a special focus on high-intensity sports (HIS). The reviewed literature showed a lack of convincing evidence and theoretical underpinning concerning traditional psychological skills to enhance performance in HIS. Therefore, a model with three conceptual levels (psychological demands, skills and techniques) is presented. The model facilitates the identification of the psychological demands of a specific sport, which in turn enables distinguishing which psychological skills are required. This allows an expert to choose psychological techniques to improve the athlete's psychological skill. Considerations based on our model and the limited HIS-related literature available revealed self-skills, personal development and life skills, arousal-regulation skills, volitional skills, motivational skills and recovery skills as the most important skills to address in order to enhance performance. Development of harmonious passion, in-practice integration of volitional strategies, use of associative attentional techniques, pain management techniques, use of the mindfulness-acceptance approach and the facilitative interpretation of cognitive and somatic sensations are regarded as suitable to meet the psychological demands of HIS. They are recommended for systematic application by athletes and coaches. Â© 2010 John Wiley & Sons A/S. A Part of and Apart from Sport: Practitionersâ Experiences Coaching in Segregated Youth Sport Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Nancy Spencer-Cavaliere 2017-06-01 Full Text Available Sport can present a site of exclusion for many youth who experience disability even when it has a focus on inclusion (Fitzgerald, 2009. While sport practitioners can play a critical role in creating inclusive environments, they frequently struggle to do so. As a consequence, the sport opportunities for young people who experience disability are often inadequate and inequitable. The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of youth sport practitioners who teach and coach youth in primarily segregated settings. The overall goal was to gain a better understanding of how sport practitioners think about disability and sport within the context of their practices. Guided by the method of interpretive description, we interviewed 15 sport practitioners. Analysis of the data led to the overarching theme, âa part of and apart from sportâ, highlighting the ways in which segregated youth sport was understood to be more or less inclusive/exclusive by sport practitioners. Within this overarching theme, four subthemes were drawn: a authentic connections, b diversity and adaptations, c expectations sameâ¦but different, and d (disability and competitive sport. While highlighting the need for self-reflective and knowledgeable coaches, our findings also bring attention to the concepts of ability and ableism and their impacts on the sport opportunities of youth who experience disability. Our discussion highlights the need to question assumptions underlying segregated sport. Performing under pressure: Exploring the psychological state underlying clutch performance in sport. Science.gov (United States) Swann, Christian; Crust, Lee; Jackman, Patricia; Vella, Stewart A; Allen, Mark S; Keegan, Richard 2017-12-01 Clutch performance is improved performance under pressure. However, little research has examined the psychological state experienced by athletes in these situations. Therefore, this study qualitatively examined the subjective experience underlying clutch performance across a range of sports (e.g., team, individual) and standards (Olympic to recreational athletes). Sixteen athletes (M age Â =Â 27.08Â years; SDÂ =Â 6.48) took part in in-depth, semi-structured interviews primarily after an exceptional performance (MÂ =Â 4.38Â days later; SDÂ =Â 3.14). Data were analysed inductively and thematically. Clutch states involved 12 characteristics, including heightened and deliberate concentration, intense effort, and heightened awareness, which distinguished the experience of clutch from other optimal psychological states such as flow. Other characteristics, such as perceptions of control, were also reported and supported previous experimental research on clutch. These findings present in-depth qualitative insights into the psychological state underlying clutch performance, and are discussed in relation to the existing literature on optimal psychological states in sport. Criteria of psychological efficiency of realization system of psychology-pedagogical support of sports activity of sportsmen-disables Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Boyko G. 2010-02-01 Full Text Available Efficiency of the system of psychological pedagogical accompaniment of sporting activity is certain. In research the sportsmen of high qualification took part in sport of invalids. Prevailing high level of readiness of swimmers is rotined to self-realization in competition activity. On results procedure of self-appraisal 68,75 % sportsmen were attained optimum level of readiness, 14,58 % - base (sufficient, 14,58 % - middle (insufficient, 02,08 % - low (critical. The workload of general practitioners does not affect their awareness of patients' psychological problems. NARCIS (Netherlands) Zantinge, E.M.; Verhaak, P.F.M.; Bakker, D.H. de; Kerssens, J.J.; Meer, K. van der; Bensing, J.M. 2007-01-01 OBJECTIVE: To investigate if general practitioners (GPs) with a higher workload are less inclined to encourage their patients to disclose psychological problems, and are less aware of their patients' psychological problems. METHODS: Data from 2095 videotaped consultations from a representative Psychological fundament of reducing of sportsmenâs mistaken actions of fire-applied sport during competition Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Mykola Krasnokutskyi 2015-04-01 Full Text Available Purpose: to identify individual psychological characteristics which compensate the impact of psychological determinants of erroneous actions of fire applied sport athletes. Material and Methods: the study involved 102 fire applied sport athletes from the age of 17 to 30. We used the following methods of psycho-diagnosis "Investigation of anxiety" (auth. Ch. D. Spielberg. Adapted version by Y. L. Hanin; test "Proof Test" by B. Bourdon; method "Intellectual liability"; technique "Prediction"; "Tapping test". Results: the results of research present solving a scientific problem what appears in the disclosure of subjective determinants of erroneous athleteâs actions. Conclusions: the complex of individual psychological characteristics of fire applied sport athletes makes it possible to optimize their training process and reduce the likelihood of errors during the competition. Microcomputers and the Individual Practitioner: A Review of the Literature in Psychology and Psychiatry. Science.gov (United States) Levitan, Karen B.; And Others 1985-01-01 Presents findings of a literature review from December 1983 to January 1984, exploring microcomputer uses and needs of practitioners in psychology and psychiatry. Covers overview and history of information technology requirements of the practitioner community and discusses hardware and software systems, as well as issues and barriers associatedâ¦ International Colloquium on Sports Science, Exercise, Engineering and Technology 2014 CERN Document Server Ismail, Shariman; Sulaiman, Norasrudin 2014-01-01 The proceeding is a collection of research papers presented at the International Colloquium on Sports Science, Exercise, Engineering and Technology (ICoSSEET2014), a conference dedicated to address the challenges in the areas of sports science, exercise, sports engineering and technology including other areas of sports, thereby presenting a consolidated view to the interested researchers in the aforesaid fields. The goal of this conference was to bring together researchers and practitioners from academia and industry to focus on the scope of the conference and establishing new collaborations in these areas. The topics of interest are as follows but are not limited to:1. Sports and Exercise Science â¢Â Sports Nutrition â¢Â Sports Biomechanics â¢Â Strength and Conditioning â¢Â Motor Learning and Control â¢Â Sports Psychology â¢Â Sports Coaching â¢Â Sports and Exercise Physiology â¢Â Sports Medicine and Athletic Trainer â¢Â Fitness and Wellness â¢Â Exercise Rehabilitation â¢Â Adapted Physical Activity... Doping in sport: a review of medical practitioners' knowledge, attitudes and beliefs. Science.gov (United States) Backhouse, Susan H; McKenna, Jim 2011-05-01 Central to the work of many medical practitioners is the provision of pharmaceutical support for patients. Patients can include athletes who are subject to anti-doping rules and regulations which prohibit the use of certain substances in and out of competition. This paper examines the evidence on medical practitioners' knowledge, attitudes and beliefs towards doping in sport. A systematic search strategy was followed. Research questions and relevance criteria were developed a priori. Potentially relevant studies were located through electronic and hand searches limited to English language articles published between 1990 and 2010. Articles were assessed for relevance by two independent assessors and the results of selected studies were abstracted and synthesised. Outcomes of interest were knowledge, attitudes and beliefs in relation to doping in sport. Six studies met the inclusion criteria and were examined in detail. Samples reflected a range of medical practitioners drawn from the UK, France (2), Greece, Italy and Ireland. The investigations varied with respect to outcome focus and quality of evidence presented. Whilst the extant empirical research posits a negative attitude towards illegal performance enhancement combined with a positive inclination towards doping prevention, it also exposes a limited knowledge of anti-doping rules and regulations. Insufficient education, leading to a lack of awareness and understanding, could render this professional group at risk of doping offences considering Article 2.8 of the World Anti-Doping Agency Code (WADC). Moreover, in light of the incongruence between professional medical codes and WADC Article 2.8, medical professionals may face doping dilemmas and therefore further discourse is required. At present, the current evidence-base makes it difficult to plan developmentally appropriate education to span the exposure spectrum. Addressing this situation appears warranted. Copyright Â© 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. Thinking in Action: Some Insights from Cognitive Sport Psychology Science.gov (United States) Moran, Aidan 2012-01-01 Historically, cognitive researchers have largely ignored the domain of sport in their quest to understand how the mind works. This neglect is due, in part, to the limitations of the information processing paradigm that dominated cognitive psychology in its formative years. With the emergence of the embodiment approach to cognition, however, sportâ¦ Teenagersâ engaging to sports as a psychological and pedagogical issue Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Shamaeva G.I. 2017-02-01 Full Text Available the given article justifies the necessity to engage adolescent students to physical culture. Based upon the analysis of psychological and pedagogical literature, the author concludes that a traditional approach in physical culture classes, used in the majority of schools, is unattractive for teenagers. They are interested in other sports, which are popular among their age mates. The conclusion is that in the current situation it is necessary to review the content of physical education (taking into account dominant motivation of school students to physical culture and sports based on gender preferences. A systematic review of the psychological and social benefits of participation in sport for adults: informing development of a conceptual model of health through sport Science.gov (United States) 2013-01-01 Background The definition of health incorporates the physical, social and mental domains, however the Physical Activity (PA) guidelines do not address social health. Furthermore, there is insufficient evidence about the levels or types of PA associated specifically with psychological health. This paper first presents the results of a systematic review of the psychological and social health benefits of participation in sport by adults. Secondly, the information arising from the systematic review has been used to develop a conceptual model of Health through Sport. Methods A systematic review of 14 electronic databases was conducted in June 2012, and studies published since 1990 were considered for inclusion. Studies that addressed mental and/or social health benefits from participation in sport were included. Results A total of 3668 publications were initially identified, of which 11 met the selection criteria. There were many different psychological and social health benefits reported, with the most commonly being wellbeing and reduced distress and stress. Sport may be associated with improved psychosocial health in addition to improvements attributable to participation in PA. Specifically, club-based or team-based sport seems to be associated with improved health outcomes compared to individual activities, due to the social nature of the participation. Notwithstanding this, individuals who prefer to participate in sport by themselves can still derive mental health benefits which can enhance the development of true-self-awareness and personal growth which is essential for social health. A conceptual model, Health through Sport, is proposed. The model depicts the relationship between psychological, psychosocial and social health domains, and their positive associations with sport participation, as reported in the literature. However, it is acknowledged that the capacity to determine the existence and direction of causal links between participation and health is A systematic review of the psychological and social benefits of participation in sport for adults: informing development of a conceptual model of health through sport. Science.gov (United States) Eime, Rochelle M; Young, Janet A; Harvey, Jack T; Charity, Melanie J; Payne, Warren R 2013-12-07 The definition of health incorporates the physical, social and mental domains, however the Physical Activity (PA) guidelines do not address social health. Furthermore, there is insufficient evidence about the levels or types of PA associated specifically with psychological health. This paper first presents the results of a systematic review of the psychological and social health benefits of participation in sport by adults. Secondly, the information arising from the systematic review has been used to develop a conceptual model of Health through Sport. A systematic review of 14 electronic databases was conducted in June 2012, and studies published since 1990 were considered for inclusion. Studies that addressed mental and/or social health benefits from participation in sport were included. A total of 3668 publications were initially identified, of which 11 met the selection criteria. There were many different psychological and social health benefits reported, with the most commonly being wellbeing and reduced distress and stress. Sport may be associated with improved psychosocial health in addition to improvements attributable to participation in PA. Specifically, club-based or team-based sport seems to be associated with improved health outcomes compared to individual activities, due to the social nature of the participation. Notwithstanding this, individuals who prefer to participate in sport by themselves can still derive mental health benefits which can enhance the development of true-self-awareness and personal growth which is essential for social health. A conceptual model, Health through Sport, is proposed. The model depicts the relationship between psychological, psychosocial and social health domains, and their positive associations with sport participation, as reported in the literature. However, it is acknowledged that the capacity to determine the existence and direction of causal links between participation and health is limited by the cross From core belief challenge to posttraumatic growth in para sport athletes: moderated mediation by needs satisfaction and deliberate rumination. Science.gov (United States) Hammer, Chris; Podlog, Leslie; Wadey, Ross; Galli, Nick; Forber-Pratt, Anjali J; Newton, Maria 2018-04-25 To examine how deliberate rumination and psychological need satisfaction interact to facilitate posttraumatic growth for para sport athletes with acquired disability. Utilizing a sample of 70 para sport athletes, the hypothesized mediating role of deliberate rumination was examined via a simple mediation model. The interaction between needs satisfaction and deliberate rumination and their effect on posttraumatic growth was examined utilizing a moderated mediation procedure. Disruption to one's core beliefs was significantly associated with posttraumatic growth. This relationship, was in part, explained by the deliberate rumination engaged in soon after the trauma. Needs satisfaction, while a significant predictor of posttraumatic growth, did not moderate the indirect effect. Although deliberate rumination at both timeframes and needs satisfaction were independently associated with posttraumatic growth, they did not interact in the hypothesized manner to influence posttraumatic growth. There remains a need to better understand how the experience of posttraumatic growth is achieved amongst individuals with acquired disability, and the role that para sport may play in this process. Implications for rehabilitation The disruption to one's core beliefs caused by acquiring a physical disability is not only a natural experience but also a necessary antecedent to posttraumatic growth. As such, rehabilitation practitioners ought to normalize these types of challenges when working with individuals with acquired disability. Practitioners may help to facilitate growth outcomes by encouraging individuals to deliberately ruminate about their acquired disability. That is, practitioners can help those with acquired disability to seek meaning and understanding about their disability or the precipitating event. For those who struggle to deliberately ruminate in the immediate disability aftermath, practitioners may encourage para sport participation to potentially prompt constructive Mindfulness-based and acceptance-based interventions in sport and performance contexts. Science.gov (United States) Gardner, Frank L; Moore, Zella E 2017-08-01 Since mindfulness-based and acceptance-based practice models were first conceptualized and applied in sport in an attempt to enhance performance and overall well-being of athletes and performers, these state-of-the-art theoretical and practice models have substantially broadened our knowledge base and have been successfully incorporated into sport and performance practice domains worldwide. Evolving from a sound empirical foundation, mindfulness-based and acceptance-based models in sport psychology have accumulated a strong basic and applied empirical foundation. In the nearly 20 years since their incorporation in the context of sport, empirical findings have demonstrated efficacious outcomes associated with performance and personal well-being, as well as supported their theorized mechanisms of change. Particularly as sport and performance environments increasingly call upon practitioners to provide more comprehensive care to clientele, including a range of care from performance enhancement and maintenance, to general personal well-being, to subclinical and clinical issues, mindfulness-based and acceptance-based practitioners have the tools to offer robust, empirically informed interventions that can enhance skills and quality of life, and/or ameliorate personal struggles. Copyright Â© 2017 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Certified Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of the Benefits of Sport Psychology Services. Science.gov (United States) Zakrajsek, Rebecca A; Martin, Scott B; Wrisberg, Craig A 2016-05-01 Certified athletic trainers (ATs) are responsible for integrating relevant professionals into the rehabilitation team to assist with the holistic care of injured athletes. To explore National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I (DI) ATs' experience with sport psychology consultants (SPCs), willingness to encourage athletes to use SPCs for injury rehabilitation, and perceptions of the benefits of sport psychology services. Quantitative study. A Web-based survey was administered to a national sample of DI ATs. A total of 659 (341 men, 318 women) ATs completed the survey. Athletic trainers' experience with SPCs, willingness to encourage athletes to seek sport psychology services, and perceptions of the benefits of those services in injury-rehabilitation settings were self-reported using a rating scale that ranged from 1 (never or not at all) to 5 (definitely or extremely). Logistic regression revealed that the availability of SPCs, previous encouragement to athletes to seek sport psychology services, and previous positive interactions with SPCs predicted the ATs' willingness to encourage athletes to use these services (P sport and building confidence). Chi-square analyses indicated that female ATs' ratings of perceived benefits were higher (P â¤ .001) than those of male ATs, and the ratings of ATs who were likely to encourage the use of SPCs were higher (P â¤ .001) than those who were unlikely to encourage SPC service use. Athletic trainers in our study who had previous positive SPC experiences were most likely to use SPCs and their services during the injury-rehabilitation process. Possible implications are offered for how ATs interested in sport psychology services might call on SPCs to complement their work with injured athletes. National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Certified Athletic Trainers' Perceptions of the Benefits of Sport Psychology Services Science.gov (United States) Zakrajsek, Rebecca A.; Martin, Scott B.; Wrisberg, Craig A. 2016-01-01 Context:â Certified athletic trainers (ATs) are responsible for integrating relevant professionals into the rehabilitation team to assist with the holistic care of injured athletes. Objective:â To explore National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I (DI) ATs' experience with sport psychology consultants (SPCs), willingness to encourage athletes to use SPCs for injury rehabilitation, and perceptions of the benefits of sport psychology services. Design:â Quantitative study. Setting:â A Web-based survey was administered to a national sample of DI ATs. Patients or Other Participants:â A total of 659 (341 men, 318 women) ATs completed the survey. Main Outcome Measure(s):â Athletic trainers' experience with SPCs, willingness to encourage athletes to seek sport psychology services, and perceptions of the benefits of those services in injury-rehabilitation settings were self-reported using a rating scale that ranged from 1 (never or not at all) to 5 (definitely or extremely). Results:â Logistic regression revealed that the availability of SPCs, previous encouragement to athletes to seek sport psychology services, and previous positive interactions with SPCs predicted the ATs' willingness to encourage athletes to use these services (P psychology services might call on SPCs to complement their work with injured athletes. PMID:27159188 OXFORD DICTIONARY OF SPORTS SCIENCE AND MEDICINE Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Michael Kent 2007-03-01 Full Text Available DESCRIPTION The Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine provides reliable definitions of sports science and medicine terms. It provides an invaluable reference book for anyone interested in the captivating subject of sport. PURPOSE This dictionary aims to include almost every sports science, anatomy, physiology, biomechanical, injuries description, and psychological term as related to sports medicine and science and support the explanations by illustrations wherever necessary. AUDIENCE As a comprehensive dictionary of sports science and medicine, it will be of particular help to medical specialists and general practitioners, as well as students of PE, coaches, and athletes who need to understand the anatomical structures and physiological processes which affect athletic performance. Any member of public interested in health and fitness; exercise and sport or wants to understand what the obscure terms mean, like jogger's nipple, social loafing, and Zatopek phenomenon will also benefit from this book. FEATURES The Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine features terms in A to Z fashion at all the major areas of sports science and medicine including: anatomy, physiology/exercise physiology, biomechanics, training principles and techniques, nutrition, sports psychology and sociology, sports injuries and rehabilitation. A team of prominent contributors and advisers put together this dictionary in the first edition. The third edition includes around 8000 cross-referenced terms which have been updated or added since the first edition. There are plenty of illustrations wherever appropriate to make the terms easily understandable. ASSESSMENT A must-have dictionary for all medics practising in sports and exercise medicine, as well as students of medicine, physical education, nursing and physiotherapy. Even coaches, trainers, biomechanical experts; in fact anyone who has a special interest in this area will find this dictionary useful. Teaching Sport Psychology to the XBox Generation: Further evidence for game-based learning OpenAIRE Manley, A; Whitaker, L; Patterson, L 2012-01-01 Objective: To extend recent research examining the impact of game-based activities on the learning experience of undergraduate psychology students. Design: A counterbalanced repeated measures design was employed to evaluate studentsâ learning experiences following their involvement in active game-based learning activities. Method: Students on a Level 5 sport psychology module (N=134) were asked to participate in four practical classes demonstrating the impact of psychological factors (e.g. an... Theoretical integration and the psychology of sport injury prevention. Science.gov (United States) Chan, Derwin King-Chung; Hagger, Martin S 2012-09-01 Integrating different theories of motivation to facilitate or predict behaviour change has received an increasing amount of attention within the health, sport and exercise science literature. A recent review article in Sports Medicine, by Keats, Emery and Finch presented an integrated model using two prominent theories in social psychology, self-determination theory (SDT) and the theory of planned behaviour (TPB), aimed at explaining and enhancing athletes' adherence to sport injury prevention. While echoing their optimistic views about the utility of these two theories to explain adherence in this area and the virtues of theoretical integration, we would like to seize this opportunity to clarify several conceptual principles arising from the authors' integration of the theories. Clarifying the theoretical assumptions and explaining precisely how theoretical integration works is crucial not only for improving the comprehensiveness of the integrated framework for predicting injury prevention behaviour, but also to aid the design of effective intervention strategies targeting behavioural adherence. In this article, we use the integration of SDT and TPB as an example to demonstrate how theoretical integration can advance the understanding of injury prevention behaviour in sport. Pedagogical basement of sport selection. Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Abdullaev A.K. 2011-08-01 Full Text Available We consider the problem of relevance, goals, objectives psychological selection of sports heroes. The analysis of the literature reveals the stages of the selection of fighters, revealed three interdependent parts of the selection of athletes as part of the wrestling coach. Established that the content and focus of initial training for wrestling must meet age, stage of training, the level of preparedness practitioners. So it is proved that the intellectual sphere of athletes is mediocre and the average level of development. Professional development in sport psychology : relating learning experiences to learning outcomes NARCIS (Netherlands) Hutter, R. I. (Vana); Oldenhof-Veldman, Tanja; Pijpers, J. R. (Rob); Oudejans, RaÃ´ul R.D. 2017-01-01 To enhance the training of sport psychology consultants, it is important to know which learning experiences are useful for which components of professional development. We interviewed 15 novice consultants on their learning experiences related to 13 different topics. Traditional learning experiences A systematic review of the psychological and social benefits of participation in sport for children and adolescents: informing development of a conceptual model of health through sport Science.gov (United States) 2013-01-01 Background There are specific guidelines regarding the level of physical activity (PA) required to provide health benefits. However, the research underpinning these PA guidelines does not address the element of social health. Furthermore, there is insufficient evidence about the levels or types of PA associated specifically with psychological health. This paper first presents the results of a systematic review of the psychological and social health benefits of participation in sport by children and adolescents. Secondly, the information arising from the systematic review has been used to develop a conceptual model. Methods A systematic review of 14 electronic databases was conducted in June 2012, and studies published si
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1010	dbpedia	1	44	https://aisel.aisnet.org/2021.2.html	en	Association for Information Systems (AIS) eLibrary			[ "https://aisel.aisnet.org/assets/md5images/8e240588cf8cd3a028768d4294acd7d3.png", "https://aisel.aisnet.org/assets/md5images/4e57279bf8853eb4c694dc7c5be4c537.png", "https://aisel.aisnet.org/assets/md5images/6979cf156159b3483ddf6e0614ab67bb.png" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en	/favicon.ico		null	Content Posted in 2021 PDF Is Making Mistakes Human? On the Perception of Typing Errors in Chatbot Communication, Johannes Bührke, Alfred Benedikt Brendel, Sascha Lichtenberg, Maike Greve, and Milad Mirbabaie PDF Is more always better? Simulating Feedback Exchange in Organizations, Sascha Fuchs, Roman Rietsche, Stephan Aier, and Michael Rivera PDF Is More Better? 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1010	dbpedia	3	26	https://dodonut.com/blog/web-design-psychology-principles-for-crafting-effective-call-to-action/	en	Web Design Psychology Principles for Crafting Effective Call To Action	https://og.dodonut.com/W…ackground=30392D	https://og.dodonut.com/W…ackground=30392D	[ "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/7viwlzb6/production/1d946a1c8db17c2fd46b8a7714267453c2970091-257x256.svg?auto=format", "https://dodonut.com/icons/blog/down-arrow.svg", "https://dodonut.com/images/blog/flying-dodo.svg", "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/7viwlzb6/production/be48bc5bb561525c4f1e15e06faab80ab1daeda7-34...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	Master the art of effective Call to Action (CTA). Discover how to effectively incorporate web design psychology principles into your CTAs to increase conversions and engagement.	en	/favicon.ico		https://dodonut.com/blog/web-design-psychology-principles-for-crafting-effective-call-to-action/	Introduction: What Does Call to Action Mean? CTA stands for Call to Action, is a fundamental concept that drives the success of many marketing campaigns and website interactions. In this comprehensive primer, we will delve into the Call to Action definition and what sets it apart from other elements in the digital landscape. A Call to Action (CTA) is a strategically crafted element within marketing materials, websites, or content that encourages the target audience to take a specific action (encouraging them to make a purchase, sign up for a newsletter, download a resource, and so on). Six Key Characteristics of a CTA: Now, stating what a Call to Action means, we can review six vital attributes of CTA. Clear and Directive Language: CTAs employ direct language with no room for ambiguity. Phrases like 'Buy Now,' 'Sign Up Today,' 'Download Your Free Guide,' or 'Get Started' explicitly convey the desired action. Visibility and Positioning: CTA positioning is planned to get people attention. They are often placed prominently within web pages, email campaigns, or advertisements, making them easily noticeable. Visual Distinction: Visual elements like buttons, banners, or text are used to distinguish CTAs from surrounding content. They often employ contrasting colors, typography, or graphical elements to stand out. Action-Oriented: The language and design of a CTA emphasize the action the user should take. Strong Call to Action phrases have action verbs, driving users to make decisions and move forward. Trackable and Measurable: CTAs are often tracked to measure their effectiveness in conversion rates. Analytics tools provide insights into how many users interacted with a CTA and completed the desired action. Relevance: Effective Call-to-action is contextually relevant to the content or offer they accompany. They align with the user's current stage in the customer journey. Let's see a couple of examples. In the example above, the CTA is positioned at the top of the web page in a visible size, making it impossible to go unnoticed. It uses clear, direct language and invites action with a highly striking slogan, "Love Things That Last." It also adds that they travel the world to ensure you get the product you are looking for. Monsoon Chocolate claims to use ethically sourced cocoa and craft-made process in their world-class product. They use a few words to highlight their best qualities and evoke a lasting image in the customers' minds. Simple, powerful, and effective. This is another powerful example of good use of direct language and word choice. "The perfect product did not exist, we invented it." Clear, effective, and catchy message, inviting people to click your CTA and learn more about this perfect item. Psychological Principles that spark curiosity… and drive the action you want your audience to take Create a perfect call to action that entices users with the promise of discovering something new or gaining knowledge. Use CTA phrases with words like Ultimate Guide, Secrets, or Tips & Tricks to spark curiosity and increase click-through rates. Ensure your call-to-action (CTA) is clear and easily visible to the user. To ensure people notice and respond to your call to action is essential to match their perceptual expectations. One way to do this is by making your button look like a button and making your Call To Action obvious. Intensifying expectations and creating a smooth transition into the CTA can make your call to action more effective. The CTA sparks natural curiosity. Humans are innately curious about what happens after a particular event, which applies, as well, to the CTA experience. This curiosity is powerful because, as in the proverb, curiosity killed the cat. The promise of satisfaction beyond what we currently know makes inquisitiveness so intense. Arousal is a powerful force contributing to curiosity, making it captivating to discover what happens after clicking a Call To Action. Users are aware that they will gain information or confirmation of a product or service, which is helpful to some extent. As we can see in the example from the previous section, the mattress case sparked a good amount of curiosity and wanting to know more. The CTA strengthens the feeling of being rewarded. Call To Action is psychologically linked to individuals' reward behavior. The perceived rewards guide the actions. When awarded for specific actions, we learn to repeat those actions to receive the same recompenses. Over time, this behavior becomes almost habitual. In the case of the CTA, previous experiences have taught users that clicking or signing up results in a feeling of reward. As a result, the neural pathways have become so well-established that they often click and convert without even thinking about it. Promising a reward will increase CTRs by enhancing the desire for psychological compensation. 12 Strategic Elements for Effective CTAs 1. Clear Benefits: Must inform short and clear the benefits for users when they click the CTA. What do they earn? How will it help? 2. Simplicity: Keep the Call To Action simple and direct. Avoid using complicated and long phrases. Make it easy for users to understand what to expect. 3. Clearness: Use clear and specific language in the CTAs. Avoid ambiguities and assure users know what will happen after clicking the CTA. 4. Social proof: Add social proof as testimonials from satisfied clients, numbers of clients, or positive reviews to gain trust and credibility. 5. Call to emotion: Bonding emotionally with users can be a powerful tool. Use phrases and words to evoke emotions related to desire, satisfaction, and happiness. 6. Low risk: Offer guarantees or cancellation or return policies to reduce the perceived risk for users to take action. 7. Long-term benefits: Emphasize the long-term benefits related to the client's actions. This strategy can be effective in sales and monthly or yearly subscription sales. 8. Customization: Use demographic information or user behavior data for Call To Action customization and capture the users' attention. 9. Obstacle minimization: Remove any friction in the conversion process. More simple and easy, a smooth experience is better for users to take action. 10. Content alignment: Make sure the CTA is closely related and consistent with the surrounding content and style. It must be relevant and contextually appropriate. And don't use them too much. One CTA button per post is enough. 11. Limited time: You can use a limited-time offer to create a sense of urgency, with phrases like Just for 24 hrs or Limited time offer. Also, this could create a very useful psychological strategy: The FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), evoking strong emotions of missing a unique chance, is like taking advantage of creating a subtle displeasing state to literally call to action. But be careful and use it wisely and in a responsible way; do not abuse it. 12. Social benefits: Emphasize the benefits to the community and others to motivate users to take action for a greater cause. The Most Effective Match for Succeeding CTAs: Copy and Visual Elements Visual elements: Enhance CTA designs The visual elements play an essential role in improving the Call To Action. The correct choice of colors, images, icons, legible typography, good element distribution, and, sometimes, visual effects can raise the effectiveness of the CTA. When adapting the elements to brand identity and specific goals, the users' participation can increase and achieve the expected results in their behavior. The context: Always praise the modular message you want to communicate. If the CTA is for bid deals discounts, a coupon image or red percentages can attract the users' attention and guide them to click a Call To Action. Typography: The right font choice for the CTA can improve the force, attractiveness, supporting text, and meaning of the main message. Also, the typography must be coherent with the web and brand style and in the proper format, size, and readability to be user-friendly. Blank space: The position and distribution of blank spaces are influential aspects of the Call To Action organization. A design with ample white space around the CTA can enhance its impact and make it more remarkable. To do so is relevant to avoid visual chaotic designs and overexposure to information. Ensure a good position for the CTA on the web to respect visibility and reachability for the final user. Visual effects (animations): This could be a good addition used smartly, more interactive, and attractive, but it must always be moderate to avoid distracting the user or negatively impacting the website's workload. We've just covered fundamental points to consider. Now is the time to delve into some lesser-known elements that will help to have a wider range of options when designing them. Advanced Visual Elements for CTA Designs Micro-animations: Micro-animations are subtle, attention-grabbing movements or transitions that happen when a user interacts with a Call to Action. They can provide visual feedback, enhancing the user experience. For instance, when a user hovers over a CTA button, it could subtly change color, size, or elevation. These micro-interactions add an element of delight and help users understand that the CTA is clickable. It is crucial to balance adding micro-animations for engagement with website speed and avoiding overwhelming visitors. Gradient Backgrounds: Gradient backgrounds have made a strong comeback in web design, and they can be a potent tool when applied to CTAs. Gradients can infuse your Call to Action with depth and visual interest. Gradients can convey different emotions depending on the color palette used. They can bring about energy, sophistication, or playfulness. Experiment with gradients that align with your brand personality and the emotional response you want to elicit from users. Hover Effects: Hover effects are another way to create an interactive and engaging CTA experience. When a user hovers their cursor over a call-to-action element, it can trigger a subtle transformation. For instance, the Call-To-Action button can grow slightly in size, change color, or cast a soft shadow. These effects provide visual feedback, indicating that the element is interactive. Be mindful not to overdo it; the effects should enhance usability, not distract. Visual Consistency: Maintaining a consistent visual style across your website is vital, and this extends to your CTAs. Consistency fosters familiarity and trust. Users should be able to recognize clear Call to Actions by their design elements, such as color, shape, and typography. When all CTAs share a cohesive design language, it reinforces your brand identity and guides users intuitively. Consistency in visual style can also extend to iconography and button styles. Custom Illustrations: To create unique CTAs, consider using custom illustrations. These illustrations can align perfectly with your brand identity and convey complex ideas or emotions. For example, if you run an eco-friendly business, a custom illustration of a lush, green world can serve as a compelling CTA backdrop for your environmentally-conscious audience. Custom illustrations add a personalized touch to your CTAs. Video CTAs: Video content continues to dominate the digital landscape, and integrating video within your CTA can be a game-changer. Instead of a static image or text, you can use a play button overlaying a thumbnail image or even embed a video directly in your CTA. Video can be highly engaging and can pique users' curiosity. For instance, a Watch Now CTA with a captivating thumbnail can encourage users to click and view your video content. Remember to keep your video content relevant and valuable to the user. Unique Shapes and Layouts: It can attract more attention by deviating from the usual rectangular buttons and trying out distinctive shapes and designs. Irregularly shaped CTAs or those strategically placed in unusual positions on the webpage can create intrigue. However, it's crucial to maintain usability and ensure users can easily recognize these unique CTAs as interactive elements. CTA Copy: Great Call To Action phrases! Use creative and unique phrases to captivate users' attention and entice them to click on the CTA. Appeal to their emotions and needs, encouraging them to explore what lies beyond the Call To Action button. Here you have some options that can serve to achieve the goal of arousing interest in users to craft good Call to Action phrases: Join a hundred people who already changed their lives with us. The future is now. Are you ready? Discover a world of options. Your journey began here. Don't become a relic of the past. Embrace modernity and be a catalyst for change. Take the first step toward a better life. Your success is one click away. Find what are you waiting for. Don't let this unique chance escape from your hands! Be the main character of your own story! Click here. Success awaits. You have the audacity? Ready for THE big change? Start. THIS is your moment. Don't let it go. Always strive for what you truly deserve. Start your free trial. If you pay attention to the Call to Action phrases above, you can observe the conversational tone is direct; the words used appeal to emotions or evoke an emotional response and also appeal to desired goals to achieve the reaction from the user. Also, remember, when it comes to good Call to Action phrases, all we love to read are the words: 'free,' 'gift,' 'brand new,' 'no commitments,' 'cancel anytime,' 'no credit card needed,' and so on. Now, examine how successful companies are doing it in the next sections with some examples. Action words Action words, also called action verbs or power words, are the lifeblood of effective copywriting. In modern content creation, the strategic use of action words plays a crucial role in engaging readers, evoking emotions, and persuading them to take specific actions. Neuroscience suggests that action words trigger specific neural pathways associated with physical movement and emotion. For example, the word "inspire" activates areas of the brain associated with motivation and drive, while "transform" stimulates the change and achievement-related areas. Recent references on this topic emphasize that action words have the power to make copy more compelling and persuasive. They create a sense of immediacy and encourage readers to visualize themselves taking action. Here are some examples of powerful action words currently favored in copywriting: 1. Transform: This action word implies significant change, which can be very persuasive in marketing and sales copy. 2. Ignite: Suggests sparking something new or exciting, making it effective for calls to action. 3. Empower: This word evokes a sense of ability and control, which can be persuasive in motivating readers to take action. 4. Elevate: It conveys the idea of improvement and suggests that taking action will lead to a higher state or better results. 5. Unleash: This action word implies the release of potential. Action words in copywriting create movement and urgency, encouraging active engagement. Action words make your content more dynamic and help it stand out in a crowded digital landscape. They can help you to write a call to action that really works. In the fast-paced world of online content, capturing and retaining the reader's attention is a challenge. Action words are your allies in this endeavor, driving readers to make decisions and take the desired actions. Now, examine how successful companies are doing it in the next sections with some examples. Real-Life Call To Action examples Call to Action definition has not only the written part; we have already reviewed basic elements to consider in the visual composition. Now, it is time for real-life case analysis. In the cup of Starbucks First, let's look at the example of a well-known coffee company and its strategies to make people download their app and increase sales. They promise rewards for using the app and offer a more expedited service through it. Good hook. Also, they use a good size and color font, clear and short message, and respect brand scheme with design and colors evoke what they are. The minimalist Walmart designs This turn is for one of the kings of sales and the number of locations in the US: In the case of Walmart, as we can see, they have a great and catchy line to drive users to click in the right place. In the first place, they claim “great prices, low prices” and show an offer from 28 to 12 USD. We can see and almost touch the big discount offered, so they appeal to customers with good prices and the brand reliability. In the second image, they say “No tricks, all treats” again, appealing to big deals, great prices in candies, and also is accompanied by a delicious and appropriate smiling pumpkin candy bar. At the bottom on the right side, the phrase with an excellent choice of words (and better image) is “Fang-tastic kids costumes,” and again, they target the low prices offered when they say the range prices start just at 5 dollars. Sweet dreams… It is time for a lesser-known brand but one that is very ingenious in its execution: All the choices in the concept of this CTA are right. Colors are well-suited and consistent with the brand style. Also, apart from that point, an excellent choice of flavor name (Cookies n’' Dreams). The phrase appeals to more gluttony feelings, evoking a sense of indulgence with a hint of guilt, and also puts in the mind the idea that the product is good for sleep and tasty. Xiaomi and Apple differences This time, we will focus on this brand's home page, where they advertise their recent flagships, but I invite you to do the exercise and find out the present elements and the differences between each other. Anyway can't unsee the statement of simplicity implicit in the image, careful minimalism, soberness in colors, and special mention to the "so, so, so" excellent word and phrase election. In this case, the brand emphasizes the camera quality, focusing on image and text to highlight it. The colors chosen are in the line of image harmony. Overview of relevant information and the best Call-To-Action strategies The essential elements to consider at the moment of CTA design and creation are, in the first place, recalling the psychological mechanisms of rewards, anticipation, expectations, and curiosity that sway attention and people's behavior. This strategy will help focus efforts on incorporating these elements into the CTA design process. As stated earlier in the article, it is relevant to consider strategic elements in the CTA that explicitly communicate clear benefits. Use simplicity and clarity Appeal to the emotional sphere Guarantee a low-risk process and long-term benefits Minimize obstacles. Customize the CTA. Moderate visual elements addition Keep the elements and word count minimalist (use and try the phrases and keywords given before!) Ensure the colors and shapes align with the brand essence. Use advanced strategies with sobriety and only when necessary (i.e, FOMO). Conclusion and final words on effective CTA As we review in the previous paragraphs, we always need to consider how human psychology plays a crucial role in the marketing strategies and designing process of CTAs. Procure to have an eye on the basic elements of the jigsaw puzzle: visuals and copy. Every piece, corner, color palette, button shape, gradient, choice of call to action phrases, and placement should be carefully considered and justified. Pay attention to every single little detail. Additionally, put yourself in the user's shoes on the other side of the screen to gain valuable insights. Finally, practice to master your craft in perfect CTA designing!
1010	dbpedia	0	32	https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140717212415-74753569-basketball-career-planning-the-nba-or-overseas	en	Basketball Career Planning: The NBA or Overseas?	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=SQFSeG3BCd8nEIfYEDUdPasxRyAY_6b14R-JQdzfdSw	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=SQFSeG3BCd8nEIfYEDUdPasxRyAY_6b14R-JQdzfdSw	[ "https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=SQFSeG3BCd8nEIfYEDUdPasxRyAY_6b14R-JQdzfdSw" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Wendell Maxey" ]	2014-07-17T21:24:15+00:00	Every now and again in this space, I will be answering questions from those who reach out to me on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email wondering what we do at Scorers 1st, the international business of basketball, scouting, recruiting, player branding and the increasing role social plays in connecting us	en	https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/al2o9zrvru7aqj8e1x2rzsrca		https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140717212415-74753569-basketball-career-planning-the-nba-or-overseas	Every now and again in this space, I will be answering questions from those who reach out to me on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email wondering what we do at Scorers 1st, the international business of basketball, scouting, recruiting, player branding and the increasing role social plays in connecting us within the game. This week, the question comes via Twitter from @blazers6thman: "Do you encourage your guys (at Scorers 1st) to go for NBA contracts even if they won't get much playing time or stay overseas?" It's a question Gerrit Kersten-Thiele and I discuss and debate in length at Scorers 1st on a regular basis, as we take both a lengthy and realistic approach to career planning for each respective player on our roster (client list). And that's really what we are talking about here when we delve into the question of "NBA or overseas" -- career planning. The topic, however, extends beyond a one word answer and really can be broken down into three areas -- at least in regards to our overarching approach at Scorers 1st: players you are trying to recruit to your agency, current players on your roster and thirdly, your emerging European talent. Recruiting In this year-round cycle of recruiting, you can imagine the obstacles we tend to face with being an international agency. While we have offices here in Germany and a US office outside of Indiana, there is a major misconception surrounding our ability to make strides into the NBA, particularly with a graduating college Senior. Having Patrick Ewing Jr. and Tim Ohlbrecht -- two players with NBA experience -- as part of our extended Scorers 1st family truly is beneficial and provides a certain cache in recruiting circles, but our focus remains centered on progressing into the NBA with a college Senior who grasps and appreciates the pride and dedicated approach we take in forming relationships with our clients, fully marketing and promoting them, educating them on the business side of the game and utilizing the extensive relationships we have around the NBA. The "extensive relationships" honestly is the major piece of the puzzle when it comes to fulfilling that NBA dream, along with the players' concrete skill set. Some are realistic about their skill set. Others, hopefully will learn this over time. I say this time and again, but no kid in the States is growing up dreaming of playing basketball in Europe. And while playing in Europe obviously becomes a reality for the majority of players, reaching the NBA and securing either a summer league, training camp or full contract is something we work diligently toward when it comes to scouting and recruiting players and as we begin to map out a career plan for them. Current Roster When watching the Cleveland Cavaliers' press conference in announcing David Blatt as head coach -- after winning at the highest levels around Europe and spending 30 years trying to reach the NBA -- I couldn't help but connect with one of his encouraging quotes: "There are so many good coaches and great players playing overseas and around Europe. All they need is the chance." Not a week goes by that we don't remind our guys that someone is always watching. Regardless if that is a Senior coming out of college who basically has to create a name for himself in Europe, a player with a couple of years under his belt overseas who has worked his way up, or a veteran who was achieved success at high-levels around the game abroad -- the message is same: there are always eyes on you, gauging your talent level and development, both as a player and a person. Take Larry Gordon for example. A 6-foot-5, 215 pound swingman, Gordon came out of Division 2 Cal Poly Pomona and quickly made a name for himself by working hard, taking a realistic approach to his career path, and went from a minimal contract in Holland in 2009 before moving on to play in Austria and now has spent the last two seasons playing in Germany's BEKO BBL. Today, Gordon is one of the premiere players at his position in the league, led the league in rebounding this past season and was an All-Star Game selection with Phoenix Hagen. We could not be more proud of Larry and his accomplishments -- a high character guy, hard worker, understands the business side of the game and has become the cornerstone of how we view relationships, player development and ensuring we place players in situations where they can excel. You have to remember: it's not like playing professionally in Europe is one giant league like the NBA or even the D-League. Each country has a number of divisions, competition varies from country to country and division to division, how clubs conduct business also differs, etc...So you can imagine the rigors that come with the overseas business and navigating the waters. It can be both an exciting and delicate process when sitting down with a player and discussing where they are at in their career and where they want to go. Emerging European Talent We consider ourselves very fortunate to work with a number of talented European players, both from Germany and around Holland. As the NBA game has become more global, the influx of NBA scouts and hiring of scouts around Europe by NBA teams -- some area/regionally based -- are constantly communicating to front offices the rise of youth players around Europe and those already mainstays in leagues overseas. For our sake, we want to make sure those parties have the necessary information available to them that may extend beyond what they see at a live game or on second hand game film. We also take a "big picture" view of growing a European players' game so they can be seen (and more seen) competing at a high-level (see Euroleague, EuroChallenge, EuroCup, in addition to their respective country league). Similar to the rest of our roster, the development is key to making that NBA jump like a Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol or most recently Dante' Exum. It has been amazing to watch Danilo Barthel (6-foot-10, 220 pound power forward) compete this summer both in Orlando and Las Vegas at Summer League with the Miami Heat. While Barthel is under contract with the Fraport Skyliners in Germany's BEKO BBL, this has been a tremendous opportunity to showcase his vast ability in front of NBA executives and fans after going from Germany's ProB, to the BBL, named to the All-Star team, and earning Most Improved Player honors in 2013-14. What does the future hold for Danilo Barthel while playing consistently at summer league and growing his game? NBA or Overseas The one facet these three areas -- recruiting a young talent with NBA dreams, working with your current roster and being aware of the European players maturation -- have in common is, regardless if a player is mapped for the NBA or a career playing professionally abroad, timing and opportunity are an integral part of the process. This is less about securing a big contract or playing time. The timing and opportunity have to be just right and that also depends on the person/player. It's also important for a player to have a realistic view about themselves, their talent level and skill set, and understand the importance of an agency developing a three to five year career plan (and/or for life after basketball). The common belief from some players in the States is, "I'm going to go overseas and kill it and make a lot of money". You set yourself up for failure in the game and life with that approach. Instead, focus on partnering with the right people (agency, regardless of location) to ensure you are placed in a "win-win" situation where you can grow your game and financially within the business through hard work, dedication and taking care of your body, while adapting to new surroundings, cultures and styles of play/basketball systems. And lastly, educate yourself on the business and trust your decisions. Regardless if you are fast tracked for competing in the NBA or playing overseas, don't fall into the habit of making decisions based on what "my boy who plays overseas". Or clinging on to the faulty advice of people who don't understand how the business works in overseas basketball or the NBA in general. Those two roads only lead to dead ends and will only have you looking back wondering where you took a wrong turn.
1010	dbpedia	2	93	https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tony-yayo-believes-deserves-more-151641962.html	en	Tony Yayo believes he deserves more credit for sparking BBL trend	https://media.zenfs.com/en/revolt_articles_463/5248ab930c52c836a6b9ba335ad6c3b5	https://media.zenfs.com/en/revolt_articles_463/5248ab930c52c836a6b9ba335ad6c3b5	[ "https://www.yahoo.com/_td_api/beacon/info?beaconType=noJSenabled&bucket=entertainment-US-en-US-def%2Cseamless&code=pageRender&device=desktop&lang=en-US&pageName=deeplink&region=US&rid=5ah7lqpjbfeci&site=entertainment&t=1723316626832", "https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/Y5jrOsCYHAgVJ_UxVKEVuw--/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbm...	[ "https://www.youtube.com/embed/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czdPkDYMtEk" ]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "REVOLT" ]	2023-08-23T16:15:34+00:00	“When you think about it, I started the BBL movement!” Tony Yayo insisted while talking to Uncle Murda.	en	https://s.yimg.com/rz/l/favicon.ico	Yahoo Entertainment	https://www.revolt.tv/article/2023-08-23/323496/tony-yayo-says-he-deserves-more-credit-for-sparking-bbl-trend/	Tony Yayo wants recognition for kicking off the BBL trend, claiming it started when he featured voluptuous women in his hip hop videos. The G-Unit rapper feels it was his visuals that led to the era of women deciding to have Brazilian butt lift surgery. During a recent episode of “The Danza Project” podcast, Yayo and Uncle Murda discussed who was behind the rise of the trend. Uncle Murda said he felt the credit belongs to the late DJ Kay Slay. Murda mentioned the DJ’s Straight Stuntin Magazine, which featured many curvaceous models. He also referred to Kay Slay as the “godfather” of the trend. “He dn near brought that to the game with them magazines,” said Murda. As mentioned, Yayo felt it was his choice of women for his music videos that started it all and cited Buffie the Body — who appeared in “So Seductive” — while showing love for the star. “That was the fattest a you seen. Shout out to Buffie,” he added. The artist stated that while music video directors were casting “bad Puerto Ricans” and “bad Dominicans,” he was taking a different route. The rapper remembered thinking about how he wanted to showcase Black women, noting during the podcast, “I’m like, ‘I might want some chocolate with the fatty in my s**t!'” While Yayo did give DJ Kay Slay props for “rocking hard,” he still insisted he put thick women on the map with his music video. “So when you think about it, I started the BBL movement!” Yayo continued. “Give me my props! I started the BBL movement.” “So Seductive” was released in May 2005, and it was the first single off the musician’s debut album, Thoughts of a Predicate Felon. The song was ranked No. 48 on the Billboard Hot 100, and it is still his most successful solo song today. Watch the clip featuring Tony Yayo below. Trending Stories
1010	dbpedia	2	1	https://www.hoopsfix.com/2024/05/temi-fagbenle-leads-wbbl-awards-as-2023-24-mvp/	en	Temi Fagbenle leads WBBL awards as 2023	https://www.hoopsfix.com…mi-Fagbenle3.png	https://www.hoopsfix.com…mi-Fagbenle3.png	[ "https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=139527950053225&ev=PageView&noscript=1", "https://www.hoopsfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Hoopsfix-Logo-Home.png", "https://www.hoopsfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Hoopsfix-Logo-Home.png", "https://www.hoopsfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Temi-Fagbenle3.png 620w, htt...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Bradley Gains" ]	2024-05-17T09:02:36+00:00	Temi Fagbenle has been crowned the MVP of the 2023-24 Women's British Basketball League season to headline the annual awards.	en		Hoopsfix.com	https://www.hoopsfix.com/2024/05/temi-fagbenle-leads-wbbl-awards-as-2023-24-mvp/	Image credit: British Basketball League Temi Fagbenle has been crowned the MVP of the 2023-24 Women’s British Basketball League season to headline the annual awards as voted by the team coaches and captains. The GB captain finished the unbeaten league campaign for London Lions with averages of 12.8 points and 6.1 rebounds on 72% shooting in only 16.9 minutes per game. “League Team of the Year, British Team of the Year, Defensive Team of the Year and MVP all in one season? It is such an honour to be recognised by coaches and fellow players across the League as deserving of these accolades,” Fagbenle said via release. “A big thank you must go to my coach, teammates and support staff – the responsibility I had to them and the trust they had in me helped me flourish. This season was immensely special for many reasons and these awards are a sweet icing on the cake.” Fagbenle was joined in the Team of the Year by a pair of London Lions teammates in Karlie Samuelson (15.2 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 2.8 APG) and Megan Gustafson (16.1 PPG, 5.4 RPG), while Leicester Riders rookie Taylor O’Brien (16.4 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 2.6 APG) and Kat Tudor (18.2 PPG, 5.9 RPG) of Essex Rebels rounded out the lineup. WNBA duo Fagbenle and Samuelson were joined in the British Team of the Year by another Lions star with Holly Winterburn (13.5 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 4.4 APG) making a fifth successive appearance in the lineup. There were also places for recent GB debutante Sam Ashby (13.6 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 3.3 APG) with the Leicester Riders guard also joined by Sheffield Hatters’ Georgia Gayle (14.5 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 4.2 APG). It was a clean sweep for Fagbenle on the All-WBBL teams having also been voted in the Defensive Team of the Year – this time as the sole Lions representative. The first-ever Defensive Player of the Year award went to Caledonia Gladiators guard Laken James, with Leicester Riders’ Rayven Peeples also in the lineup alongside Shaq Wade – earning a first All-Team appearance for Oaklands Wolves – and Jess Wayne for a second successive season. Meanwhile, Megan Haines (9.7 PPG, 3.6 APG) was the recipient of the inaugural Most Improved Player award after a strong year at Essex Rebels also resulted in a GB senior debut. American Abby Meyers (13.1 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.7 APG) landed the Sixth Player of the Year award to highlight London’s strength in depth in completing a perfect league campaign. Valerie Cassidy-De Falco (7.7 PPG, 3.2 APG) became the second Nottingham Wildcats player to earn Young Player of the Year honours as the 17-year-old became a regular starter with a season-high of 28 points. The Betty Codona Coach of the Year award went to Stella Kaltsidou after leading the Lions to a perfect domestic season – with the playoff final pending – as well as enjoying historic European success. Full list of WBBL awards:
1010	dbpedia	3	47	https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/australian-journal-of-environmental-education/article/autonomous-motivation-and-proenvironmental-behaviours-among-bedouin-students-in-israel-a-selfdetermination-theory-perspective/BE94C66AE6BE45F1945DDBE5D107C7BF	en	Autonomous Motivation and Pro-Environmental Behaviours Among Bedouin Students in Israel: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective	https://static.cambridge…-size-image=true	https://static.cambridge…-size-image=true	[ "https://www.cambridge.org/core/cambridge-core/public/images/icn_circle__btn_close_white.svg", "https://www.cambridge.org/core/cambridge-core/public/images/logo_core.png", "https://www.cambridge.org/core/cambridge-core/public/images/logo_core.svg", "https://www.cambridge.org/core/cambridge-core/public/images/...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Haya Kaplan", "Nir Madjar" ]	null	Autonomous Motivation and Pro-Environmental Behaviours Among Bedouin Students in Israel: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective - Volume 31 Issue 2	en	/core/cambridge-core/public/images/favicon.ico	Cambridge Core	https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/australian-journal-of-environmental-education/article/abs/autonomous-motivation-and-proenvironmental-behaviours-among-bedouin-students-in-israel-a-selfdetermination-theory-perspective/BE94C66AE6BE45F1945DDBE5D107C7BF
1010	dbpedia	0	12	https://www.science.gov/topicpages/d/demonstrated%2Bgreater%2Bimprovement	en	demonstrated greater improvement: Topics by Science.gov			[ "https://www.science.gov/scigov/desktop/en/images/SciGov_logo.png" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en			null	Maximizing Gateway-Course Improvement by Making the Whole Greater than the Sum of the Parts ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Koch, Andrew K.; Prystowsky, Richard J.; Scinta, Tony 2017-01-01 Drawing on systems theory, this chapter uses two different institutional examples to demonstrate the benefits of combining gateway-course improvement initiatives with other student success efforts so that the combined approach makes the whole greater than the simple sum of the pieces. Implementing new care models: learning from the Greater Manchester demonstrator pilot experience. PubMed Elvey, Rebecca; Bailey, Simon; Checkland, Kath; McBride, Anne; Parkin, Stephen; Rothwell, Katy; Hodgson, Damian 2018-06-19 Current health policy focuses on improving accessibility, increasing integration and shifting resources from hospitals to community and primary care. Initiatives aimed at achieving these policy aims have supported the implementation of various 'new models of care', including general practice offering 'additional availability' appointments during evenings and at weekends. In Greater Manchester, six 'demonstrator sites' were funded: four sites delivered additional availability appointments, other services included case management and rapid response. The aim of this paper is to explore the factors influencing the implementation of services within a programme designed to improve access to primary care. The paper consists of a qualitative process evaluation undertaken within provider organisations, including general practices, hospitals and care homes. Semi-structured interviews, with the data subjected to thematic analysis. Ninety-one people participated in interviews. Six key factors were identified as important for the establishment and running of the demonstrators: information technology; information governance; workforce and organisational development; communications and engagement; supporting infrastructure; federations and alliances. These factors brought to light challenges in the attempt to provide new or modify existing services. Underpinning all factors was the issue of trust; there was consensus amongst our participants that trusting relationships, particularly between general practices, were vital for collaboration. It was also crucial that general practices trusted in the integrity of anyone external who was to work with the practice, particularly if they were to access data on the practice computer system. A dialogical approach was required, which enabled staff to see themselves as active rather than passive participants. The research highlights various challenges presented by the context within which extended access is implemented. Trust was the Greater Proptosis Is Not Associated With Improved Compressive Optic Neuropathy in Thyroid Eye Disease. PubMed Nanda, Tavish; Dunbar, Kristen E; Campbell, Ashley A; Bathras, Ryan M; Kazim, Michael 2018-05-18 Despite the paucity of supporting data, it has generally been held that proptosis in thyroid eye disease (TED) may provide relative protection from compressive optic neuropathy (CON) by producing spontaneous decompression. The objective of this study was to investigate this phenomenon in patients with bilateral TED-CON. We retrospectively reviewed the charts of 67 patients (134 orbits) with bilateral TED-CON at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. Significant asymmetric proptosis (Hertel) was defined as â¥ 2 mm. Significant asymmetric CON was defined first, as the presence of an relative afferent pupillary defect. Those without an relative afferent pupillary defect were evaluated according to the TED-CON formula y = -0.69 - 0.31 Ã (motility) - 0.2 Ã (mean deviation) - 0.02 Ã (color vision) as previously established for the diagnosis of TED-CON. A difference in the formula result â¥ 1.0 between eyes was considered significant. Patients were then divided into 4 groups. Forty-one of 67 patients demonstrated asymmetric CON (29 by relative afferent pupillary defect, 12 by formula). Twenty-one of 67 patients demonstrated asymmetric proptosis. Only 5 of 12 (41.6%) of the patients who had both asymmetric proptosis and asymmetric CON (group 1) showed greater proptosis in the eye with less CON. Twenty-nine patients (group 2) showed that asymmetric CON occurred despite symmetrical proptosis. Seventeen patients (group 3), showed the inverse, that asymmetric differences in proptosis occurred with symmetrical CON. Despite commonly held assumptions, our results suggest that greater proptosis is not associated with improved TED-CON. Combining groups 1 to 3-all of which demonstrated asymmetry of either proptosis, CON, or both-91.4% of patients did not show a relationship between greater proptosis and improved CON. Greater Use of Exemplary Education Programs Could Improve Education for Disadvantaged Children. DTIC Science & Technology 1981-09-15 The Congress OF THE UNITED STATES Greater Use Of Exemplary Education Pograms Could Improve Education for Disadvantaged Children. Although low...report discusses the potential for improving education for disadvantaged children through greater use of exemplary education programs available through the...EXEMPLARY EDUCATION REPORT TO THE CONGRESS PROGRAMS COULD IMPROVE EDUCATION FOR DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN DIGEST Federal programs for elementary and Improving greater trochanteric reattachment with a novel cable plate system. PubMed Baril, Yannick; Bourgeois, Yan; Brailovski, Vladimir; Duke, Kajsa; Laflamme, G Yves; Petit, Yvan 2013-03-01 Cable-grip systems are commonly used for greater trochanteric reattachment because they have provided the best fixation performance to date, even though they have a rather high complication rate. A novel reattachment system is proposed with the aim of improving fixation stability. It consists of a Y-shaped fixation plate combined with locking screws and superelastic cables to reduce cable loosening and limit greater trochanter movement. The novel system is compared with a commercially available reattachment system in terms of greater trochanter movement and cable tensions under different greater trochanteric abductor application angles. A factorial design of experiments was used including four independent variables: plate system, cable type, abductor application angle, and femur model. The test procedure included 50 cycles of simultaneous application of an abductor force on the greater trochanter and a hip force on the femoral head. The novel plate reduces the movements of a greater trochanter fragment within a single loading cycle up to 26%. Permanent degradation of the fixation (accumulated movement based on 50-cycle testing) is reduced up to 46%. The use of superelastic cables reduces tension loosening up to 24%. However this last improvement did not result in a significant reduction of the grater trochanter movement. The novel plate and cables present advantages over the commercially available greater trochanter reattachment system. The plate reduces movements generated by the hip abductor. The superelastic cables reduce cable loosening during cycling. Both of these positive effects could decrease the risks related to grater trochanter non-union. Copyright Â© 2012 IPEM. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Improved recovery demonstration for Williston Basin carbonates. Final report DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Sippel, M.A. The purpose of this project was to demonstrate targeted infill and extension drilling opportunities, better determinations of oil-in-place, and methods for improved completion efficiency. The investigations and demonstrations were focussed on Red River and Ratcliffe reservoirs in the Williston Basin within portions of Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota. Both of these formations have been successfully explored with conventional 2-dimensional (2D) seismic. Improved reservoir characterization utilizing 3-dimensional (3D) seismic was investigated for identification of structural and stratigraphic reservoir compartments. These seismic characterizations were integrated with geological and engineering studies. The project tested lateral completion techniques, including high-pressure jetting lance technologymoreÂ Â» and short-radius lateral drilling to enhance completion efficiency. Lateral completions should improve economics for both primary and secondary oil where low permeability is a problem and higher-density drilling of vertical infill wells is limited by drilling cost. New vertical wells were drilled to test bypassed oil in ares that were identified by 3D seismic. These new wells are expected to recover as much or greater oil than was produced by nearby old wells. The project tested water injection through vertical and horizontal wells in reservoirs where application of waterflooding has been limited. A horizontal well was drilled for testing water injection. Injection rates were tested at three times that of a vertical well. This demonstration well shows that water injection with horizontal completions can improve injection rates for economic waterflooding. This report is divided into two sections, part 1 covers the Red River and part 2 covers the Ratcliffe. Each part summarizes integrated reservoir characterizations and outlines methods for targeting by-passed oil reserves in the respective formation and locality.Â«Â less A collaborative project to improve identification and management of patients with chronic kidney disease in a primary care setting in Greater Manchester. PubMed Humphreys, John; Harvey, Gill; Coleiro, Michelle; Butler, Brook; Barclay, Anna; Gwozdziewicz, Maciek; O'Donoghue, Donal; Hegarty, Janet 2012-08-01 Research has demonstrated a knowledge and practice gap in the identification and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). In 2009, published data showed that general practices in Greater Manchester had a low detection rate for CKD. A 12-month improvement collaborative, supported by an evidence-informed implementation framework and financial incentives. 19 general practices from four primary care trusts within Greater Manchester. Number of recorded patients with CKD on practice registers; percentage of patients on registers achieving nationally agreed blood pressure targets. The collaborative commenced in September 2009 and involved three joint learning sessions, interspersed with practice level rapid improvement cycles, and supported by an implementation team from the National Institute for Health Research Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care for Greater Manchester. At baseline, the 19 collaborative practices had 4185 patients on their CKD registers. At final data collection in September 2010, this figure had increased by 1324 to 5509. Blood pressure improved from 34% to 74% of patients on practice registers having a recorded blood pressure within recommended guidelines. Evidence-based improvement can be implemented in practice for chronic disease management. A collaborative approach has been successful in enabling teams to test and apply changes to identify patients and improve care. The model has proved to be more successful for some practices, suggesting a need to develop more context-sensitive approaches to implementation and actively manage the factors that influence the success of the collaborative. Demonstrating bias and improved inference for stoves' health benefits. PubMed Mueller, Valerie; Pfaff, Alexander; Peabody, John; Liu, Yaping; Smith, Kirk R 2011-12-01 Many studies associate health risks with household air pollution from biomass fuels and stoves. Evaluations of stove improvements can suffer from bias because they rarely address health-relevant differences between the households who get improvements and those who do not. We demonstrate both the potential for bias and an option for improved stove inference by applying to household air pollution a technique used elsewhere in epidemiology, propensity-score matching (PSM), based on a stoves-and-health survey for China (15 counties, 3500 households). Health-relevant factors (age, wealth, kitchen ventilation) do in fact differ considerably between the households with stove improvements and those without. We study the resulting bias in estimates of cleaner-stove impacts using a self-reported Physical Component Summary (PCS). Typical stoves-literature regressions with little control for non-stove factors suggest no benefits from a cleaner-fuel stove relative to a traditional biomass stove. Yet increasing controls raises the impact estimates. Our PSM estimates address the differences in health-relevant factors using 'apples to apples' comparisons between those with improved stoves and 'similar' households. This generates higher estimates of clean-stove benefits, which are on the order of one half the standard deviation of the PCS outcome. Our data demonstrate the potential importance of bias in household air pollution studies. This results from failure to address the possibility that those receiving improved stoves are themselves prone to better or worse health outcomes. It suggests the value of data collection and of study design for cookstove interventions and, more generally, for policy interventions within many health outcomes. Ventures in Community Improvement. Final Report of the Demonstration. ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Wolf, Wendy C.; And Others The development and operation of the Federally funded Ventures in Community Improvement Demonstration Project (VICI) and its impact on participant youths and communities are summarized in this report. VICI's purposes were (1) to provide young, minority, inner-city, high school dropouts with intensive skills training in the workplace that couldâ¦ A Design to Improve Internal Validity of Assessments of Teaching Demonstrations ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Bartsch, Robert A.; Engelhardt Bittner, Wendy M.; Moreno, Jesse E., Jr. 2008-01-01 Internal validity is important in assessing teaching demonstrations both for one's knowledge and for quality assessment demanded by outside sources. We describe a method to improve the internal validity of assessments of teaching demonstrations: a 1-group pretest-posttest design with alternative forms. This design is often more practical andâ¦ HYC-24L Demonstrates Greater Effectiveness With Less Pain Than CPM-22.5 for Treatment of Perioral Lines in a Randomized Controlled Trial. PubMed Butterwick, Kimberly; Marmur, Ellen; Narurkar, Vic; Cox, Sue Ellen; Joseph, John H; Sadick, Neil S; Tedaldi, Ruth; Wheeler, Sarah; Kolodziejczyk, Julia K; Gallagher, Conor J 2015-12-01 This trial compares the effectiveness and safety of HYC-24L (JuvÃ©derm Ultra XC; Allergan plc, Dublin, Ireland) (24 mg/mL of hyaluronic acid, 0.3% lidocaine) and CPM-22.5 (Belotero Balance; Merz Aesthetics, Raleigh, NC) (22.5 mg/mL of hyaluronic acid) for the treatment of perioral lines. Men and women aged 35 years or older with moderate-to-severe perioral lines were recruited for this randomized controlled, rater-blinded, 2-arm trial. The primary endpoint was a comparison of rater-assessed responder rates by the validated 4-point Perioral Lines Severity Scale at Month 6; responders were those who showed a â¥1 point improvement. A secondary endpoint was subject-assessed change in perioral lines measured by the Global Assessment of Change Scale. A total of 136 subjects received treatment and 132 completed the trial (mean age: 58 Â± 8 years). Total volume injected was 1.18 mL (HYC-24L) and 1.32 mL (CPM-22.5). At Month 6, a significantly greater proportion of HYC-24L subjects responded to treatment (87%) than CPM-22.5 subjects (72%) (p < .04). At all time points, HYC-24L subjects reported significantly greater improvement in their perioral lines than CPM-22.5 subjects, with the greatest difference at Month 6. No unexpected adverse events occurred. HYC-24L subjects showed a higher response rate and a greater improvement in their perioral lines than CPM-22.5 subjects for up to 6 months. Changes over time in hip fracture risk: Greater improvements in men compared to women. PubMed Smith, Roger; Perera, Buddhini K; Chan, Daniela W C 2018-06-09 The aim of this study was to determine whether there has been a change in the mean age and age-standardized incidence of minimal trauma hip fractures in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie population of Australia between 1998 and 2015. Patients with neck of femur fractures over 50 who presented to the regional referral centre were retrospectively identified using the ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding system. There were 233 and 308 eligible patients in 1998 and 2015, respectively. For females, the mean age for hip fracture of 83.2Â years in 1998 was not significantly different from the mean age of 84.5Â years in 2015 (PÂ =Â .16). For males, the mean age for hip fracture was significantly older at 84.6Â years in 2015 compared to 80.4Â years in 1998 (PÂ =Â .005). For females, the decrease in the rate of hip fracture from 1998 to 2015 was 13% and was weakly statistically significant (IRRÂ =Â 0.86, PÂ =Â .05). For males, there was a statistically significant decrease in the rate of hip fractures from 1998 to 2015 by 33% (IRRÂ =Â 0.67, PÂ =Â .001). Our study shows a decrease in age-standardized rates of hip fractures for men and women and suggests that men are demonstrating a greater improvement in bone health compared to women. Â© 2018 John Wiley & Sons Ltd. The Relationship of Engagement in Improvement Practices to Outcome Measures in Large-Scale Quality Improvement Initiatives. PubMed Foster, Gregory L; Kenward, Kevin; Hines, Stephen; Joshi, Maulik S Hospital engagement networks (HENs) are part of the largest health care improvement initiative ever undertaken. This article explores whether engagement in improvement activities within a HEN affected quality measures. Data were drawn from 1174 acute care hospitals. A composite quality score was created from 10 targeted topic area measures multiplied by the number of qualifying topics. Scores improved from 5.4 (SD = 6.8) at baseline to 4.6 (5.9) at remeasurement; P < .0001. Hospitals with higher baseline scores demonstrated greater improvement ( P < .0001) than hospitals with lower baseline scores. Hospitals with larger Medicaid populations ( P = .023) and micropolitan ( P = .034) hospitals tended to have greater improvement, whereas hospitals in the West ( P = .0009) did not improve as much as hospitals in other regions. After adjusting for hospital characteristics, hospitals with improvement champions ( P = .008), a higher level of engagement with their state association ( P = .001), and more leadership involvement ( P = .005) in HEN demonstrated greater improvement. Application of design sensitivity analysis for greater improvement on machine structural dynamics NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) Yoshimura, Masataka 1987-01-01 Methodologies are presented for greatly improving machine structural dynamics by using design sensitivity analyses and evaluative parameters. First, design sensitivity coefficients and evaluative parameters of structural dynamics are described. Next, the relations between the design sensitivity coefficients and the evaluative parameters are clarified. Then, design improvement procedures of structural dynamics are proposed for the following three cases: (1) addition of elastic structural members, (2) addition of mass elements, and (3) substantial charges of joint design variables. Cases (1) and (2) correspond to the changes of the initial framework or configuration, and (3) corresponds to the alteration of poor initial design variables. Finally, numerical examples are given for demonstrating the availability of the methods proposed. An Improved Brome mosaic virus Silencing Vector: Greater Insert Stability and More Extensive VIGS. PubMed Ding, Xin Shun; Mannas, Stephen W; Bishop, Bethany A; Rao, Xiaolan; Lecoultre, Mitchell; Kwon, Soonil; Nelson, Richard S 2018-01-01 Virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) is used extensively for gene function studies in plants. VIGS is inexpensive and rapid compared with silencing conducted through stable transformation, but many virus-silencing vectors, especially in grasses, induce only transient silencing phenotypes. A major reason for transient phenotypes is the instability of the foreign gene fragment (insert) in the vector during VIGS. Here, we report the development of a Brome mosaic virus (BMV)-based vector that better maintains inserts through modification of the original BMV vector RNA sequence. Modification of the BMV RNA3 sequence yielded a vector, BMVCP5, that better maintained phytoene desaturase and heat shock protein70-1 ( HSP70-1 ) inserts in Nicotiana benthamiana and maize ( Zea mays ). Longer maintenance of inserts was correlated with greater target gene silencing and more extensive visible silencing phenotypes displaying greater tissue penetration and involving more leaves. The modified vector accumulated similarly to the original vector in N. benthamiana after agroinfiltration, thus maintaining a high titer of virus in this intermediate host used to produce virus inoculum for grass hosts. For HSP70 , silencing one family member led to a large increase in the expression of another family member, an increase likely related to the target gene knockdown and not a general effect of virus infection. The cause of the increased insert stability in the modified vector is discussed in relationship to its recombination and accumulation potential. The modified vector will improve functional genomic studies in grasses, and the conceptual methods used to improve the vector may be applied to other VIGS vectors. Â© 2018 American Society of Plant Biologists. All Rights Reserved. Demonstrating the improvement of predictive maturity of a computational model DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Hemez, Francois M; Unal, Cetin; Atamturktur, Huriye S 2010-01-01 We demonstrate an improvement of predictive capability brought to a non-linear material model using a combination of test data, sensitivity analysis, uncertainty quantification, and calibration. A model that captures increasingly complicated phenomena, such as plasticity, temperature and strain rate effects, is analyzed. Predictive maturity is defined, here, as the accuracy of the model to predict multiple Hopkinson bar experiments. A statistical discrepancy quantifies the systematic disagreement (bias) between measurements and predictions. Our hypothesis is that improving the predictive capability of a model should translate into better agreement between measurements and predictions. This agreement, in turn, should lead to a smallermoreÂ Â» discrepancy. We have recently proposed to use discrepancy and coverage, that is, the extent to which the physical experiments used for calibration populate the regime of applicability of the model, as basis to define a Predictive Maturity Index (PMI). It was shown that predictive maturity could be improved when additional physical tests are made available to increase coverage of the regime of applicability. This contribution illustrates how the PMI changes as 'better' physics are implemented in the model. The application is the non-linear Preston-Tonks-Wallace (PTW) strength model applied to Beryllium metal. We demonstrate that our framework tracks the evolution of maturity of the PTW model. Robustness of the PMI with respect to the selection of coefficients needed in its definition is also studied.Â«Â less Provider-Based Research Networks Demonstrate Greater Hospice Use for Minority Patients With Lung Cancer PubMed Central Penn, Dolly C.; Stitzenberg, Karyn B.; Cobran, Ewan K.; Godley, Paul A. 2014-01-01 Purpose: The Community Clinical Oncology Program (CCOP) and Minority-Based Community Clinical Oncology Program (MBCCOP) are provider-based research networks (PBRN) that improve minority enrollment in cancer-focused clinical trials. We hypothesized that affiliation with a PBRN may also mitigate racial differences in hospice enrollment for patients with lung cancer. Methods: We used the SEER-Medicare data, linked to the National Cancer Institute's CCOP program data, to identify all patients (â¥ age 65 years) with lung cancer, diagnosed from 2001 to 2007. We defined clinical treatment settings as CCOP, MBCCOP, academic, or community-affiliated and used multivariable logistic regression analysis to determine factors associated with hospice enrollment. Results: Forty-one thousand eight hundred eighty-five (55.1%) patients with lung cancer enrolled in hospice before death. Approximately 55% of CCOP, 57% of MBCCOP, 57% of academic, and 52% of community patients enrolled. Patients who were more likely to enroll were female (odds ratio [OR], 1.36; 95% CI, 1.31 to 1.40); â¥ age 79 years (OR, 1.11; 95%CI, 1.06 to 1.16); white; lived in more educated areas; had minimal comorbidities; and had distant disease. Asian and black patients in academic (41.1% and 50.4%, respectively) and community practices (35.2% and 43.4%, respectively) were less likely to enroll in hospice compared with white patients (academic, 58.8%; community, 53.1%). However, hospice enrollment was equivalent for black and white patients in MBCCOP (59.5% v 57.2%) and CCOP (52.2% v 56.3%) practices. Conclusion: Minority patients with lung cancer receiving treatment in cancer-focused PBRN- affiliated practices have greater hospice enrollment than those treated in academic and community practices. PMID:24781367 Demonstration and evaluation of gas turbine transit buses NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) 1983-01-01 The Gas Turbine Transit Bus Demonstration Program was designed to demonstrate and evaluate the operation of gas turbine engines in transit coaches in revenue service compared with diesel powered coaches. The main objective of the program was to accelerate development and commercialization of automotive gas turbines. The benefits from the installation of this engine in a transit coach were expected to be reduced weight, cleaner exhaust emissions, lower noise levels, reduced engine vibration and maintenance requirements, improved reliability and vehicle performance, greater engine braking capability, and superior cold weather starting. Four RTS-II advanced design transit coaches were converted to gas turbine power using engines and transmissions. Development, acceptance, performance and systems tests were performed on the coaches prior to the revenue service demonstration. Demonstrating PQS Effectiveness and Driving Continual Improvement: Evidence-Based Risk Reduction. PubMed Ramnarine, Emma; O'Donnell, Kevin 2018-04-18 Product knowledge grows and evolves during the life of a product. In order to maintain a state of control and deliver product with consistent quality throughout its commercial life, continuous improvement and product lifecycle management become essential. The practical link between product and process knowledge, risk-based control strategies, and continual improvement and innovation can be made stronger through evidence-based risk reduction. Regulatory relief and flexibility in post approval change management and overall product lifecycle management will only be possible with effective application of science and risk-based concepts and demonstrated effectiveness of the PQS in assuring a state of control. Copyright Â© 2018, Parenteral Drug Association. An Improved Brome mosaic virus Silencing Vector: Greater Insert Stability and More Extensive VIGS1[OPEN PubMed Central 2018-01-01 Virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) is used extensively for gene function studies in plants. VIGS is inexpensive and rapid compared with silencing conducted through stable transformation, but many virus-silencing vectors, especially in grasses, induce only transient silencing phenotypes. A major reason for transient phenotypes is the instability of the foreign gene fragment (insert) in the vector during VIGS. Here, we report the development of a Brome mosaic virus (BMV)-based vector that better maintains inserts through modification of the original BMV vector RNA sequence. Modification of the BMV RNA3 sequence yielded a vector, BMVCP5, that better maintained phytoene desaturase and heat shock protein70-1 (HSP70-1) inserts in Nicotiana benthamiana and maize (Zea mays). Longer maintenance of inserts was correlated with greater target gene silencing and more extensive visible silencing phenotypes displaying greater tissue penetration and involving more leaves. The modified vector accumulated similarly to the original vector in N. benthamiana after agroinfiltration, thus maintaining a high titer of virus in this intermediate host used to produce virus inoculum for grass hosts. For HSP70, silencing one family member led to a large increase in the expression of another family member, an increase likely related to the target gene knockdown and not a general effect of virus infection. The cause of the increased insert stability in the modified vector is discussed in relationship to its recombination and accumulation potential. The modified vector will improve functional genomic studies in grasses, and the conceptual methods used to improve the vector may be applied to other VIGS vectors. PMID:29127260 Is greater improvement in early self-regulation associated with fewer behavioral problems later in childhood? PubMed Sawyer, Alyssa C P; Miller-Lewis, Lauren R; Searle, Amelia K; Sawyer, Michael G; Lynch, John W 2015-12-01 The aim of this study was to determine whether the extent of improvement in self-regulation achieved between ages 4 and 6 years is associated with the level of behavioral problems later in childhood. Participants were 4-year-old children (n = 510) attending preschools in South Australia. Children's level of self-regulation was assessed using the parent-completed Devereux Early Childhood Assessment when children were aged 4, 5, and 6. Children's level of behavioral problems was assessed using total, internalizing, and externalizing scores on parent- and teacher-rated Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaires (SDQs) when children were 6 years old. Random effects regression was used to describe the changes to children's self-regulation between 4 and 6 years. Linear regression models were then used to determine the strength of the association between the extent of self-regulation improvement and level of behavioral problems. Greater improvement in self-regulation, adjusted for family characteristics and baseline self-regulation scores, was associated with lower levels of parent- (B = -3.57, 95% confidence interval [CI] [-4.49, -2.65]) and teacher-rated SDQ total difficulties scores at 6 years (B = -2.42, 95% CI [-3.50, -1.34]). These effects remained after adjustment for level of parent-rated behavioral problems at 4 years. Similar effects were found for internalizing and externalizing scores at age 6 years. The results highlight the importance of improvements in self-regulation from 4-6 years for childhood behavioral problems during the early school years. Children with lower levels of improvement in self-regulation early in life are at risk for higher levels of behavioral problems both at home and at school. (c) 2015 APA, all rights reserved). Greater Biopsy Core Number Is Associated With Improved Biochemical Control in Patients Treated With Permanent Prostate Brachytherapy DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Bittner, Nathan; Merrick, Gregory S., E-mail: gmerrick@urologicresearchinstitute.or; Galbreath, Robert W. 2010-11-15 Purpose: Standard prostate biopsy schemes underestimate Gleason score in a significant percentage of cases. Extended biopsy improves diagnostic accuracy and provides more reliable prognostic information. In this study, we tested the hypothesis that greater biopsy core number should result in improved treatment outcome through better tailoring of therapy. Methods and Materials: From April 1995 to May 2006, 1,613 prostate cancer patients were treated with permanent brachytherapy. Patients were divided into five groups stratified by the number of prostate biopsy cores ({<=}6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-20, and >20 cores). Biochemical progression-free survival (bPFS), cause-specific survival (CSS), and overall survival (OS) were evaluatedmoreÂ Â» as a function of core number. Results: The median patient age was 66 years, and the median preimplant prostate-specific antigen was 6.5 ng/mL. The overall 10-year bPFS, CSS, and OS were 95.6%, 98.3%, and 78.6%, respectively. When bPFS was analyzed as a function of core number, the 10-year bPFS for patients with >20, 13-20, 10-12, 7-9 and {<=}6 cores was 100%, 100%, 98.3%, 95.8%, and 93.0% (p < 0.001), respectively. When evaluated by treatment era (1995-2000 vs. 2001-2006), the number of biopsy cores remained a statistically significant predictor of bPFS. On multivariate analysis, the number of biopsy cores was predictive of bPFS but did not predict for CSS or OS. Conclusion: Greater biopsy core number was associated with a statistically significant improvement in bPFS. Comprehensive regional sampling of the prostate may enhance diagnostic accuracy compared to a standard biopsy scheme, resulting in better tailoring of therapy.Â«Â less Greater improvement in cardiorespiratory fitness using higher-intensity interval training in the standard cardiac rehabilitation setting. PubMed Keteyian, Steven J; Hibner, Brooks A; Bronsteen, Kyle; Kerrigan, Dennis; Aldred, Heather A; Reasons, Lisa M; Saval, Mathew A; Brawner, Clinton A; Schairer, John R; Thompson, Tracey M S; Hill, Jason; McCulloch, Derek; Ehrman, Jonathon K 2014-01-01 We tested the hypothesis that higher-intensity interval training (HIIT) could be deployed into a standard cardiac rehabilitation (CR) setting and would result in a greater increase in cardiorespiratory fitness (ie, peak oxygen uptake, (Â·)VOâ) versus moderate-intensity continuous training (MCT). Thirty-nine patients participating in a standard phase 2 CR program were randomized to HIIT or MCT; 15 patients and 13 patients in the HIIT and MCT groups, respectively, completed CR and baseline and followup cardiopulmonary exercise testing. No patients in either study group experienced an event that required hospitalization during or within 3 hours after exercise. The changes in resting heart rate and blood pressure at followup testing were similar for both HIIT and MCT. (Â·)VOâ at ventilatory-derived anaerobic threshold increased more (P < .05) with HIIT (3.0 Â± 2.8 mLÂ·kgâ»Â¹Â·minâ»Â¹) versus MCT (0.7 Â± 2.2 mLÂ·kgâ»Â¹Â·minâ»Â¹). During followup testing, submaximal heart rate at the end of stage 2 of the exercise test was significantly lower within both the HIIT and MCT groups, with no difference noted between groups. Peak (Â·)VOâ improved more after CR in patients in HIIT versus MCT (3.6 Â± 3.1 mLÂ·kgâ»Â¹Â·minâ»Â¹ vs 1.7 Â± 1.7 mLÂ·kgâ»Â¹Â·minâ»Â¹; P < .05). Among patients with stable coronary heart disease on evidence-based therapy, HIIT was successfully integrated into a standard CR setting and, when compared to MCT, resulted in greater improvement in peak exercise capacity and submaximal endurance. Improving Demonstration Using Better Interaction Techniques DTIC Science & Technology 1997-01-14 Programming by demonstration (PBD) can be used to create tools and methods that eliminate the need to learn difficult computer languages. Gamut is a...do this, Gamut uses advanced interaction techniques that make it easier for a software author to express all needed aspects of one’s program. These...techniques include a simplified way to demonstrate new examples, called nudges, and a way to highlight objects to show they are important. Also, Gamut Greater Patient Health Information Control to Improve the Sustainability of Health Information Exchanges. PubMed Abdelhamid, Mohamed 2018-06-09 Health information exchanges (HIEs) are multisided platforms that facilitate the sharing of patient health information (PHI) between providers and payers across organizations within a region, community or hospital system. The benefits of HIEs to payers and providers include lower cost, faster services, and better health outcome. However, most HIEs have configured the patient healthcare consent process to give all providers who sign up with the exchange access to PHI for all consenting patients, leaving no control to patients in customized what information to share and with who. This research investigates the impact of granting greater control to patients in sharing their personal health information on consent rates and making them active participants in the HIEs system. This research utilizes a randomized experimental survey design study. The study uses responses from 388 participants and structural equation modeling (SEM) to test the conceptual model. The main findings of this research include that patients consent rate increases significantly when greater control in sharing PHI is offered to the patient. In addition, greater control reduces the negative impact of privacy concern on the intention to consent. Similarly, trust in healthcare professionals leads to higher consent when greater control is offered to the patient. Thus, greater control empowers the role of trust in engaging patients and sustaining HIEs. The paper makes a theoretical contribution to research by extending the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model. The findings impact practice by providing insights that will help sustain HIEs. Copyright Â© 2018. Published by Elsevier Inc. NDVI saturation adjustment: a new approach for improving cropland performance estimates in the Greater Platte River Basin, USA USGS Publications Warehouse Gu, Yingxin; Wylie, Bruce K.; Howard, Daniel M.; Phuyal, Khem P.; Ji, Lei 2013-01-01 In this study, we developed a new approach that adjusted normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) pixel values that were near saturation to better characterize the cropland performance (CP) in the Greater Platte River Basin (GPRB), USA. The relationship between NDVI and the ratio vegetation index (RVI) at high NDVI values was investigated, and an empirical equation for estimating saturation-adjusted NDVI (NDVIsat_adjust) based on RVI was developed. A 10-year (2000â2009) NDVIsat_adjustÂ data set was developed using 250-m 7-day composite historical eMODIS (expedited Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) NDVI data. The growing season averaged NDVI (GSN), which is a proxy for ecosystem performance, was estimated and long-term NDVI non-saturation- and saturation-adjusted cropland performance (CPnon_sat_adjust, CPsat_adjust) maps were produced over the GPRB. The final CP maps were validated using National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) crop yield data. The relationship between CPsat_adjustÂ and the NASS average corn yield data (rÂ =Â 0.78, 113 samples) is stronger than the relationship between CPnon_sat_adjustÂ and the NASS average corn yield data (rÂ =Â 0.67, 113 samples), indicating that the new CPsat_adjustÂ map reduces the NDVI saturation effects and is in good agreement with the corn yield ground observations. Results demonstrate that the NDVI saturation adjustment approach improves the quality of the original GSN map and better depicts the actual vegetation conditions of the GPRB cropland systems. Residential Energy Efficiency Demonstration: Hawaii and Guam Energy Improvement Technology Demonstration Project DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Earle, L.; Sparn, B.; Rutter, A. 2014-03-01 In order to meet its energy goals, the Department of Defense (DOD) has partnered with the Department of Energy (DOE) to rapidly demonstrate and deploy cost-effective renewable energy and energy-efficiency technologies. The scope of this project was to demonstrate tools and technologies to reduce energy use in military housing, with particular emphasis on measuring and reducing loads related to consumer electronics (commonly referred to as 'plug loads'), hot water, and whole-house cooling. Improving EFL Learners' Pronunciation of English through Quiz-Demonstration-Practice-Revision (QDPR) ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Moedjito 2018-01-01 This study investigates the effectiveness of Quiz-Demonstration-Practice-Revision (QDPR) in improving EFL learners' pronunciation of English. To achieve the goal, the present researcher conducted a one-group pretest-posttest design. The experimental group was selected using a random sampling technique with consideration of the inclusion criteria.â¦ Participant characteristics associated with greater reductions in waist circumference during a four-month, pedometer-based, workplace health program. PubMed Freak-Poli, Rosanne L A; Wolfe, Rory; Walls, Helen; Backholer, Kathryn; Peeters, Anna 2011-10-25 Workplace health programs have demonstrated improvements in a number of risk factors for chronic disease. However, there has been little investigation of participant characteristics that may be associated with change in risk factors during such programs. The aim of this paper is to identify participant characteristics associated with improved waist circumference (WC) following participation in a four-month, pedometer-based, physical activity, workplace health program. 762 adults employed in primarily sedentary occupations and voluntarily enrolled in a four-month workplace program aimed at increasing physical activity were recruited from ten Australian worksites in 2008. Seventy-nine percent returned at the end of the health program. Data included demographic, behavioural, anthropometric and biomedical measurements. WC change (before versus after) was assessed by multivariable linear and logistic regression analyses. Seven groupings of potential associated variables from baseline were sequentially added to build progressively larger regression models. Greater improvement in WC during the program was associated with having completed tertiary education, consuming two or less standard alcoholic beverages in one occasion in the twelve months prior to baseline, undertaking less baseline weekend sitting time and lower baseline total cholesterol. A greater WC at baseline was strongly associated with a greater improvement in WC. A sub-analysis in participants with a 'high-risk' baseline WC revealed that younger age, enrolling for reasons other than appearance, undertaking less weekend sitting time at baseline, eating two or more pieces of fruit per day at baseline, higher baseline physical functioning and lower baseline body mass index were associated with greater odds of moving to 'low risk' WC at the end of the program. While employees with 'high-risk' WC at baseline experienced the greatest improvements in WC, the other variables associated with greater WC improvement Greater Working Memory Load Results in Greater Medial Temporal Activity at Retrieval PubMed Central Quiroz, Yakeel T.; Hasselmo, Michael E.; Stern, Chantal E. 2009-01-01 Most functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies examining working memory (WM) load have focused on the prefrontal cortex (PFC) and have demonstrated increased prefrontal activity with increased load. Here we examined WM load effects in the medial temporal lobe (MTL) using an fMRI Sternberg task with novel complex visual scenes. Trials consisted of 3 sequential events: 1) sample presentation (encoding), 2) delay period (maintenance), and 3) probe period (retrieval). During sample encoding, subjects saw either 2 or 4 pictures consecutively. During retrieval, subjects indicated whether the probe picture matched one of the sample pictures. Results revealed that activity in the left anterior hippocampal formation, bilateral retrosplenial area, and left amygdala was greater at retrieval for trials with larger memory load, whereas activity in the PFC was greater at encoding for trials with larger memory load. There was no load effect during the delay. When encoding, maintenance, and retrieval periods were compared with fixation, activity was present in the hippocampal body/tail and fusiform gyrus bilaterally during encoding and retrieval, but not maintenance. Bilateral dorsolateral prefrontal activity was present during maintenance, but not during encoding or retrieval. The results support models of WM predicting that activity in the MTL should be modulated by WM load. PMID:19224975 Improvement of Cerebral Hypoperfusion with Levothyroxine Therapy in Hashimoto's Encephalopathy Demonstrated by 99mTc-HMPAO-SPECT PubMed Central Schnedl, Wolfgang J.; Mirzaei, Siroos; Wallner-Liebmann, Sandra J.; Tafeit, Erwin; Mangge, Harald; Krause, Robert; Lipp, Rainer W. 2013-01-01 Background Hashimoto's encephalopathy (HE) is a rare immune-mediated encephalopathy associated with autoimmune Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Objectives and Methods We report on a patient with HE and significant clinical improvement correlating with an increase in cerebral blood flow demonstrated by hexamethylpropyleneamine oxime (HMPAO) single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT). HMPAO-SPECT was performed with 740 MBq of technetium-99m-HMPAO. To demonstrate the improvement in regional cerebral blood flow, individual regions of interest were drawn around visually diminished HMPAO uptake, the lesion to reference region ratio was calculated and transverse section images and semi-quantitative measurements were performed. Results We show a 5-year follow-up with significant clinical improvement, a 10-fold reduction in autoantibodies to thyroid peroxidase and an approximately 20% improvement in cerebral blood flow with HMPAO-SPECT. Conclusion Adequate levothyroxine treatment achieving and maintaining euthyroidism should be considered as therapy to lower autoantibodies and improve clinical outcome in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis and encephalopathy. PMID:24783049 Demonstration of Advanced CO 2 Capture Process Improvements for Coal-Fired Flue Gas DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Carroll, John This document summarizes the activities of Cooperative Agreement DE-FE0026590, âDemonstration of Advanced CO 2 Capture Process Improvements for Coal-Fired Flue Gasâ during the performance period of October 1, 2015 through May 31, 2017. This project was funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). Southern Company Services, Inc. (SCS) was the prime contractor and co-funder of the project. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America (MHIA) and AECOM were project team members. The overall project objective was to improve costs, energy requirements, and performance of an existing amine-based CO 2 capture process. This will occur via improvements inmoreÂ Â» three areas: 1. Reboiler design â The first objective of the program was to demonstrate performance of an integrated stripper/reboiler (termed Built-in Reboiler, or BIR) to reduce footprint, capital costs, and integration issues of the current technology. 2. Particulate management â The second objective was to carry out a Particulate Matter Management (PMM) test. This has the potential to reduce operating costs and capital costs due to the reduced or eliminated need for mechanical filtration. 3. Solvent â The third objective was to carry out a new solvent test plan (referred to as NSL) to demonstrate a new solvent (termed New Solvent A), which is expected to reduce regeneration steam. The bulk price is also expected to be lower than KS-1, which is the current solvent used in this process. NSL testing would include baseline testing, optimization, long term testing, solvent reclamation testing, and final inspection. These combine to form the Advanced Carbon Capture (ACC) technology. Much of this work will be applicable to generic solvent processes, especially in regards to improved reboiler design, and focused to meet or exceed the DOEâs overall carbon capture performance goals of 90% CO 2 capture rate with 95% CO 2 purity at a cost of $40/tonne of CO 2 by 2025 and at Demonstration Technique to Improve Vocabulary and Grammar Element in Teaching Speaking at EFL Learners ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Husnu, Muhammad 2018-01-01 This study aimed at examining the effectiveness of demonstration technique to improve vocabulary and grammar element in teaching speaking at EFL learners. This research applied true-experimental design. The respondents of the study were 32 students (class IIA) as experimental group and 32 students (class IIB) as control group from the secondâ¦ Wetlands with greater degree of urbanization improve PM2.5 removal efficiency. PubMed Liu, Jiakai; Yan, Guoxin; Wu, Yanan; Wang, Yu; Zhang, Zhenming; Zhang, Mingxiang 2018-09-01 In recent decades, China has experienced both rapid urbanization and heavy air pollution and the rapid urbanization trend would be continue in the next decade. Wetlands have been shown to be efficient in particle removal, primarily through dry deposition and leaf accumulation. Thus, a more comprehensive understanding of PM2.5 removal by wetlands during urbanization processes could inform urban planning. In the current study, three wetland plots, Cuihu Lake Park (CL), Summer Palace (SP), and Olympic Park (OP), were selected as low, medium, and highly degrees of urbanization site respectively based on the proportions of building and traffic district areas to compare the removal efficiencies. Results show the average dry deposition velocity in OP was significantly higher than CL and SP. Dry deposition is mainly influenced by meteorological conditions. Buildings and other infrastructure make the meteorological conditions conducive to deposition, resulting in higher wind velocity, higher temperature, and more intense turbulence between buildings. Variation in leaf accumulation was not statistically significant between the three plots, and plant species was the major factor affecting the amount of accumulation. The dry deposition contribution to particle removal increases with degree of urbanization. The average dry deposition accounted for 39.74%, 52.55%, and 62.75% at low, middle and high level respectively. Therefore, Wetlands with greater degree of urbanization improve PM2.5 removal efficiency primarily by accelerating the dry deposition process. The result emphasizes the importance of wetlands in particle removal in highly urbanized areas and thus more wetlands should be preserved and/or created during urban expansion. Copyright Â© 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Greater Portland intelligent transportation systems (ITS) early deployment plan DOT National Transportation Integrated Search 1998-03-01 The Greater Portland Intelligent Transportation Systems Early Deployment Plan is a strategic vision of how smart technology can be applied to help improve mobility in Maines largest metropolitan area. The first direct dating of Main Central Thrust phyllonite demonstrates exhumation of the Greater Himalayan Crystalline had already taken place NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Rajabi, Sareh; Forster, Marnie; Ahmad, Talat; Lister, Gordon 2017-04-01 Here we report the results of step-heating experiments that allow the first direct dating of the timing of movement on the Himalayan Main Central Thrust (MCT). Timing of MCT operation has, until now, been inferred based on specific tectonic models, or with data not directly attributable to MCT movement, e.g., the debatable assertion that leucogranite formation is invariably related to crustal shortening, and therefore that the MCT must already have been in operation. However the tectonic evolution may have been more complex, e.g., at times involving horizontal extension. In any case, many different thrust systems operated during India-Asia convergence, and the MCT is only one of them. It is time to move away from models and to bring geology back into the equation. Here we apply 40Ar/39Ar geochronology to directly date highly strained, phyllonitized, muscovite in the MCT above the Kullu-Rampur tectonic window (NW Indian Himalaya), showing that the timing of the shear movement lasted from 15-9 Ma. We show that these ages have been preserved because the white mica was sufficiently retentive of argon to be able to inhibit its diffusional loss at the temperatures and pressures in question. Arrhenius data from ultra-high-vacuum diffusion experiments show that deformation occurred below the closure temperature of this muscovite, for moderate cooling rates. Furthermore, we demonstrate that microscopic shear bands associated with MCT operation overprinted an earlier decussate mica growth. This decussate growth had taken place prior to Ë 18 Ma. The decussate microstructure, together with foam textures in the host deformed quartzite, demonstrate that low deviatoric stress conditions applied during a prior period of static annealing under middle- to upper-greenschist facies conditions. In this region, therefore, the Greater Himalayan Crystalline had therefore already been significantly exhumed prior to the onset of MCT operation. The foam textures in quartzite and the Financial and quality impacts of the Medicare physician group practice demonstration. PubMed Pope, Gregory; Kautter, John; Leung, Musetta; Trisolini, Michael; Adamache, Walter; Smith, Kevin 2014-01-01 To examine the impact of the Medicare Physician Group Practice (PGP) demonstration on expenditure, utilization, and quality outcomes. Secondary data analysis of 2001-2010 Medicare claims for 1,776,387 person years assigned to the ten participating provider organizations and 1,579,080 person years in the corresponding local comparison groups. We used a pre-post comparison group observational design consisting of four pre-demonstration years (1/01-12/04) and five demonstration years (4/05-3/10). We employed a propensity-weighted difference-in-differences regression model to estimate demonstration effects, adjusting for demographics, health status, geographic area, and secular trends. The ten demonstration sites combined saved $171 (2.0%) per assigned beneficiary person year (p<0.001) during the five-year demonstration period. Medicare paid performance bonuses to the participating PGPs that averaged $102 per person year. The net savings to the Medicare program were $69 (0.8%) per person year. Demonstration savings were achieved primarily from the inpatient setting. The demonstration improved quality of care as measured by six of seven claims-based process quality indicators. The PGP demonstration, which used a payment model similar to the Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) program, resulted in small reductions in Medicare expenditures and inpatient utilization, and improvements in process quality indicators. Judging from this demonstration experience, it is unlikely that Medicare ACOs will initially achieve large savings. Nevertheless, ACOs paid through shared savings may be an important first step toward greater efficiency and quality in the Medicare fee-for-service program. Sustainability Logistics Basing - Science and Technology Objective - Demonstration; Demonstration #1 - 50 Person Camp Demo DTIC Science & Technology 2017-08-17 sources: solar panels, two wind turbines , JP8/diesel genset, and alternating current (AC) shore power. The system can be towed by a High Mobility...energy. The project office shipped two REDUCE units to the demonstration, one with wind turbines and one without. For the demonstration, the team...operated and collected data from the system without wind turbines due to the greater reliability of its integrated genset. The system with wind Improved recovery demonstration for Williston Basin carbonates. Annual report, June 10, 1995--June 9, 1996 DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Carrell, L.A.; Sippel, M.A. 1996-09-01 The purpose of this project is to demonstrate targeted infill and extension drilling opportunities, better determinations of oil-in-place, methods for improved completion efficiency and the suitability of waterflooding in Red River and Ratcliffe shallow-shelf carbonate reservoirs in the Williston Basin, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota. Improved reservoir characterization utilizing three-dimensional and multi-component seismic are being investigated for identification of structural and stratigraphic reservoir compartments. These seismic characterization tools are integrated with geological and engineering studies. Improved completion efficiency is being tested with extended-reach jetting lance and other ultra-short-radius lateral technologies. Improved completion efficiency, additional wells at closer spacing andmoreÂ Â» better estimates of oil in place will result in additional oil recovery by primary and enhanced recovery processes.Â«Â less Improvements to the Whoosh Bottle Rocket Car Demonstration ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Campbell, Dean J.; Staiger, Felicia A.; Jujjavarapu, Chaitanya N. 2015-01-01 The whoosh bottle rocket car has been redesigned to be more reusable and more robust, making it even easier to use as a demonstration. Enhancements of this demonstration, including the use of heat sensitive ink and electronic temperature probes, enable users to find warmer and cooler regions on the surface of the whoosh bottle. After The Demonstration: What States Sustained After the End of Federal Grants to Improve Children's Health Care Quality. PubMed Ireys, Henry T; Brach, Cindy; Anglin, Grace; Devers, Kelly J; Burton, Rachel 2018-02-01 Introduction Under the CHIPRA Quality Demonstration Grant Program, CMS awarded $100Â million through 10 grants that 18 state Medicaid agencies implemented between 2010 and 2015. The program's legislatively-mandated purpose was to evaluate promising ideas for improving the quality of children's health care provided through Medicaid and CHIP. As part of the program's multifaceted evaluation, this study examined the extent to which states sustained key program activities after the demonstration ended. Methods We identified 115 potentially sustainable elements within states' CHIPRA demonstrations and analyzed data from grantee reports and key informant interviews to assess sustainment outcomes and key influential factors. We also assessed sustainment of the projects' intellectual capital. Results 56% of potentially sustainable elements were sustained. Sustainment varied by topic area: Elements related to quality measure reporting and practice facilitation were more likely to be sustained than others, such as parent advisors. Broad contextual factors, the state's Medicaid environment, implementation partners' resources, and characteristics of the demonstration itself all shaped sustainment outcomes. Discussion Assessing sustainment of key elements of states' CHIPRA quality demonstration projects provides insight into the fates of the "promising ideas" that the grant program was designed to examine. As a result of the federal government's investment in this grant program, many demonstration states are in a strong position to extend and spread specific strategies for improving the quality of care for children in Medicaid and CHIP. Our findings provide insights for policymakers and providers working to improve the quality of health care for low income children. Surgical treatment of high-standing greater trochanter. PubMed Takata, K; Maniwa, S; Ochi, M 1999-01-01 Eleven patients with high-standing greater trochanter (13 joints) aged 13-36 years underwent surgery. Distal transfer of the greater trochanter (group T) was performed in 4 patients (5 joints) and lateral displacement osteotomy (group L) in 7 (8 joints). The average follow-up duration was 13.4 years in group T and 5.9 years in group L. Clinical results were evaluated by the hip score according to Merle d'Aubigne. The mean hip score in group T was 13.4 points before operation and 15.4 points after operation, and in group L, 12.8 and 17.4 points, respectively. The postoperative clinical results of group L were significantly better than those of group T (P = 0.0494). In radiological evaluation, although the articulo-trochanteric distance (ATD) increased in both groups in group L it improved remarkably from 9.8 to 24.3, indicating a large descending distance of the greater trochanter. The lever arm ratio (LAR) did not change significantly in group T, but it decreased from 1.97 to 1.60 in group L (P = 0.004). This means that the lever arm of the abductors can certainly be extended by lateral displacement osteotomy. Lateral displacement osteotomy is the most effective procedure for high-standing greater trochanter. Attendance Improvement and Dropout Prevention (AIDP) Demonstration and Replication Program 1989. OREA Evaluation Section Report. ERIC Educational Resources Information Center New York City Board of Education, Brooklyn, NY. Office of Research, Evaluation, and Assessment. Each of the 1989 dropout prevention programs funded under the New York City Attendance Improvement Dropout Prevention (AIDP) Demonstration and Replication Program was successful in meeting some of its objectives, and all of the programs were viewed as valuable by principals and teachers. The program encourages the design and implementation ofâ¦ Does greater individual social capital improve the management of hypertension? Cross-national analysis of 61 229 individuals in 21 countries. PubMed Palafox, Benjamin; Goryakin, Yevgeniy; Stuckler, David; Suhrcke, Marc; Balabanova, Dina; Alhabib, Khalid F; Avezum, Alvaro; Bahonar, Ahmad; Bai, Xiulin; Chifamba, Jephat; Dans, Antonio L; Diaz, Rafael; Gupta, Rajeev; Iqbal, Romaina; Ismail, Noorhassim; Kaur, Manmeet; Keskinler, Mirac V; Khatib, Rasha; Kruger, Annamarie; Kruger, Iolanthe M; Lanas, Fernando; Lear, Scott A; Li, Wei; Liu, Jia; Lopez-Jaramillo, Patricio; Peer, Nasheeta; Poirier, Paul; Rahman, Omar; Pillai, Rajamohanan K; Rangarajan, Sumathy; Rosengren, Annika; Swaminathan, Sumathi; Szuba, Andrzej; Teo, Koon; Wang, Yang; Wielgosz, Andreas; Yeates, Karen E; Yusufali, Afzalhussein; Yusuf, Salim; McKee, Martin 2017-01-01 Social capital, characterised by trust, reciprocity and cooperation, is positively associated with a number of health outcomes. We test the hypothesis that among hypertensive individuals, those with greater social capital are more likely to have their hypertension detected, treated and controlled. Cross-sectional data from 21 countries in the Prospective Urban and Rural Epidemiology study were collected covering 61â229 hypertensive individuals aged 35-70 years, their households and the 656 communities in which they live. Outcomes include whether hypertensive participants have their condition detected, treated and/or controlled. Multivariate statistical models adjusting for community fixed effects were used to assess the associations of three social capital measures: (1) membership of any social organisation, (2) trust in other people and (3) trust in organisations, stratified into high-income and low-income country samples. In low-income countries, membership of any social organisation was associated with a 3% greater likelihood of having one's hypertension detected and controlled, while greater trust in organisations significantly increased the likelihood of detection by 4%. These associations were not observed among participants in high-income countries. Although the observed associations are modest, some aspects of social capital are associated with better management of hypertension in low-income countries where health systems are often weak. Given that hypertension affects millions in these countries, even modest gains at all points along the treatment pathway could improve management for many, and translate into the prevention of thousands of cardiovascular events each year. Macro vs micro level surgical quality improvement: a regional collaborative demonstrates the case for a national NSQIP initiative. PubMed Tepas, Joseph J; Kerwin, Andrew J; deVilla, Jhun; Nussbaum, Michael S 2014-04-01 The Florida Surgical Care Initiative (FSCI) is a quality improvement collaborative of the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) and the Florida Hospital Association. In the wake of a dramatic decrease in complications and cost documented over 15 months, we analyzed the semiannual measures reports (SAR) to determine whether this improvement was driven by specific institutions or was a global accomplishment by all participants. Reports from NSQIP were analyzed to determine rank change of participants. Odds ratio (OR) of observed-to-expected incidence of the 4 FSCI outcomes (catheter-associated urinary tract infection [CAUTI], surgical site infection [SSI], colorectal, and surgery in patients older than 65 years) were used to assess individual and group performance. Data from SAR 2 (October 2011 to April 2012) were compared with data from SAR 3 (May to July 2012). Poorly performing hospitals were tracked to determine evidence of improvement. Individual facility performance was evaluated by determining proportion of hospitals showing improved rank across all measures. Fifty-four hospitals were evaluated. SAR 2 reported 28,112 general and vascular surgical cases; SAR 3 added 10,784 more. The proportion of institutions with OR < 1 for each measure did not change significantly. Only urinary tract infection and colorectal measures demonstrated increased number of hospitals with OR < 1. Each institution that was a significant negative outlier in SAR 2 demonstrated improvement. Three of 54 hospitals demonstrated improvement across all 4 measures. Of 15 hospitals with improved performance across 3 measures, all included elderly surgery. The increase in quality achieved across this population of surgical patients was the result of a quality assessment process driven by NSQIP rather than disproportionate improvement of some raising the bar for all. The NSQIP process, applied collaboratively across a population by committed Research, development and demonstration of nickel-iron batteries for electric-vehicle propulsion NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) 1982-03-01 Full-size, prototype cell, module and battery fabrication and evaluation, aimed at advancing the technical capabilities of the nickel-iron battery, while simultaneously reducing its potential cost in materials and process areas are discussed. Improved electroprecipitation process nickel electrodes of design thickness (2.5 mm) are now being prepared that display stable capacities for the C/3 drain rate with less than 10% capacity decline for greater than 1000 test cycles. Iron electrodes of the composite-type are delivering 24 Ah at the target thickness (1.0 mm). Iron electrodes also are displaying capacity stability for greater than 1000 test cycles in continuing 3-plate cell tests. Finished cells delivered 57 to 63 Wh/kg at C/3, and have demonstrated cyclic stability up to 1200 cycles at 80 percent depth of discharge profiles. Modules exceeded 580 test cycles and remain on test. Reduction in nickel electrode swelling (and concurrent stack starvation), to improve cycling, continues to be an area of major effort to reach the final battery cycle life objectives. UV lifetime laser demonstrator for space-based applications NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Albert, Michael; Puffenburger, Kent; Schum, Tom; Fitzpatrick, Fran; Litvinovitch, Slava; Jones, Darrell; Rudd, Joseph; Hovis, Floyd 2015-09-01 A long-lived UV laser is an enabling technology for a number of high-priority, space-based lidar instruments. These include next generation cloud and aerosol lidars that incorporates a UV channel, direct detection 3-D wind lidars, and ozone DIAL (differential absorption lidar) system. In previous SBIR funded work we developed techniques for increasing the survivability of components in high power UV lasers and demonstrated improved operational lifetimes. In this Phase III ESTO funded effort we are designing and building a TRL (Technology Readiness Level) 6 demonstrator that will have increased output power and a space-qualifiable package that is mechanically robust and thermally-stable. For full space compatibility, thermal control will be through pure conductive cooling. Contamination control processes and optical coatings will be chosen that are compatible with lifetimes in excess of 1 billion shots. The 1064nm output will be frequency tripled to provide greater than 100mJ pulses of 355nm light at 150 Hz. After completing the laser module build in the third quarter of 2015 we will initiate lifetime testing, followed by thermal/vacuum (TVAC) and vibration testing to demonstrate that the design is at TRL 6. Does greater individual social capital improve the management of hypertension? Cross-national analysis of 61 229 individuals in 21 countries PubMed Central Goryakin, Yevgeniy; Stuckler, David; Suhrcke, Marc; Balabanova, Dina; Alhabib, Khalid F; Avezum, Alvaro; Bahonar, Ahmad; Bai, Xiulin; Chifamba, Jephat; Dans, Antonio L; Diaz, Rafael; Gupta, Rajeev; Iqbal, Romaina; Ismail, Noorhassim; Kaur, Manmeet; Keskinler, Mirac V; Khatib, Rasha; Kruger, Annamarie; Kruger, Iolanthe M; Lanas, Fernando; Lear, Scott A; Li, Wei; Liu, Jia; Lopez-Jaramillo, Patricio; Peer, Nasheeta; Poirier, Paul; Rahman, Omar; Pillai, Rajamohanan K; Rangarajan, Sumathy; Rosengren, Annika; Swaminathan, Sumathi; Szuba, Andrzej; Teo, Koon; Wang, Yang; Wielgosz, Andreas; Yeates, Karen E; Yusufali, Afzalhussein; Yusuf, Salim; McKee, Martin 2017-01-01 Introduction Social capital, characterised by trust, reciprocity and cooperation, is positively associated with a number of health outcomes. We test the hypothesis that among hypertensive individuals, those with greater social capital are more likely to have their hypertension detected, treated and controlled. Methods Cross-sectional data from 21 countries in the Prospective Urban and Rural Epidemiology study were collected covering 61â229 hypertensive individuals aged 35â70 years, their households and the 656 communities in which they live. Outcomes include whether hypertensive participants have their condition detected, treated and/or controlled. Multivariate statistical models adjusting for community fixed effects were used to assess the associations of three social capital measures: (1) membership of any social organisation, (2) trust in other people and (3) trust in organisations, stratified into high-income and low-income country samples. Results In low-income countries, membership of any social organisation was associated with a 3% greater likelihood of having oneâs hypertension detected and controlled, while greater trust in organisations significantly increased the likelihood of detection by 4%. These associations were not observed among participants in high-income countries. Conclusion Although the observed associations are modest, some aspects of social capital are associated with better management of hypertension in low-income countries where health systems are often weak. Given that hypertension affects millions in these countries, even modest gains at all points along the treatment pathway could improve management for many, and translate into the prevention of thousands of cardiovascular events each year. PMID:29333284 After The Demonstration: What States Sustained After the End of Federal Grants to Improve Childrenâs Health Care Quality PubMed Central Brach, Cindy; Anglin, Grace; Devers, Kelly J.; Burton, Rachel 2018-01-01 Introduction Under the CHIPRA Quality Demonstration Grant Program, CMS awarded $100 million through 10 grants that 18 state Medicaid agencies implemented between 2010 and 2015. The programâs legislatively-mandated purpose was to evaluate promising ideas for improving the quality of childrenâs health care provided through Medicaid and CHIP. As part of the programâs multifaceted evaluation, this study examined the extent to which states sustained key program activities after the demonstration ended. Methods We identified 115 potentially sustainable elements within statesâ CHIPRA demonstrations and analyzed data from grantee reports and key informant interviews to assess sustainment outcomes and key influential factors. We also assessed sustainment of the projectsâ intellectual capital. Results 56% of potentially sustainable elements were sustained. Sustainment varied by topic area: Elements related to quality measure reporting and practice facilitation were more likely to be sustained than others, such as parent advisors. Broad contextual factors, the stateâs Medicaid environment, implementation partnersâ resources, and characteristics of the demonstration itself all shaped sustainment outcomes. Discussion Assessing sustainment of key elements of statesâ CHIPRA quality demonstration projects provides insight into the fates of the âpromising ideasâ that the grant program was designed to examine. As a result of the federal governmentâs investment in this grant program, many demonstration states are in a strong position to extend and spread specific strategies for improving the quality of care for children in Medicaid and CHIP. Our findings provide insights for policymakers and providers working to improve the quality of health care for low income children. PMID:29119478 Demonstrating Success: Web Analytics and Continuous Improvement ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Loftus, Wayne 2012-01-01 As free and low-cost Web analytics tools become more sophisticated, libraries' approach to user analysis can become more nuanced and precise. Tracking appropriate metrics with a well-formulated analytics program can inform design decisions, demonstrate the degree to which those decisions have succeeded, and thereby inform the next iteration in theâ¦ Greater effect of stroke thrombolysis in the presence of arterial obstruction. PubMed De Silva, Deidre A; Churilov, Leonid; Olivot, Jean-Marc; Christensen, Soren; Lansberg, Maarten G; Mlynash, Michael; Campbell, Bruce C V; Desmond, Patricia; Straka, Matus; Bammer, Roland; Albers, Gregory W; Davis, Stephen M; Donnan, Geoffrey A 2011-10-01 Recanalization of arterial obstruction is associated with improved clinical outcomes. There are no controlled data demonstrating whether arterial obstruction status predicts the treatment effect of intravenous (IV) tissue plasminogen activator (tPA). We aimed to determine if the presence of arterial obstruction improves the treatment effect of IV tPA over placebo in attenuating infarct growth. We analyzed 175 ischemic stroke patients treated in the 3-6 hour time window from the Echoplanar Imaging Thrombolytic Evaluation Trial (EPITHET) trial (randomized to IV tPA or placebo) and Diffusion and perfusion imaging Evaluation For Understanding Stroke Evolution (DEFUSE) study (all treated with IV tPA). Infarct growth was calculated as the difference between baseline diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) and final T2 lesion volumes. Baseline arterial obstruction of large intracranial arteries was graded on magnetic resonance angiography (MRA). Among the 116 patients with adequate baseline MRA and final lesion assessment, 72 had arterial obstruction (48 tPA, 24 placebo) and 44 no arterial obstruction (33 tPA, 11 placebo). Infarct growth was lower in the tPA than placebo group (median difference 26ml, 95% confidence interval [CI], 1-50) in patients with arterial obstruction, but was similar in patients with no arterial obstruction (median difference 5ml, 95%CI, -3 to 9). Infarct growth attenuation with tPA over placebo treatment was greater among patients with arterial obstruction than those without arterial obstruction by a median of 32ml (95%CI, 21-43, p < 0.001). The treatment effect of IV tPA over placebo was greater with baseline arterial obstruction, supporting arterial obstruction status as a consideration in selecting patients more likely to benefit from IV thrombolysis. Copyright Â© 2011 American Neurological Association. Improving Web-Based Student Learning Through Online Video Demonstrations NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Miller, Scott; Redman, S. 2010-01-01 Students in online courses continue to lag their peers in comparable face-to-face (F2F) courses (Ury 2004, Slater & Jones 2004). A meta-study of web-based vs. classroom instruction by Sitzmann et al (2006) discovered that the degree of learner control positively influences the effectiveness of instruction: students do better when they are in control of their own learning. In particular, web-based courses are more effective when they incorporate a larger variety of instructional methods. To address this need, we developed a series of online videos to demonstrate various astronomical concepts and provided them to students enrolled in an online introductory astronomy course at Penn State University. We found that the online students performed worse than the F2F students on questions unrelated to the videos (t = -2.84), but that the online students who watched the videos performed better than the F2F students on related examination questions (t = 2.11). We also found that the online students who watched the videos performed significantly better than those who did not (t = 3.43). While the videos in general proved helpful, some videos were more helpful than others. We will discuss our thoughts on why this might be, and future plans to improve upon this study. These videos are freely available on iTunesU, YouTube, and Google Video. Integrated propulsion technology demonstrator. Program plan NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) 1994-01-01 NASA and Rockwell have embarked on a cooperative agreement to define, develop, fabricate, and operate an integrated propulsion technology demonstrator (IPTD) for the purpose of validating design, process, and technology improvements of launch vehicle propulsion systems. This program, a result of NRA8-11, Task Area 1 A, is jointly funded by both NASA and Rockwell and is sponsored by the Reusable Launch Vehicle office at NASA Marshall Space flight Center. This program plan provides to the joint NASA/Rockwell integrated propulsion technology demonstrator (IPTD) team a description of the activities within tasks / sub tasks and associated schedules required to successfully achieve program objectives. This document also defines the cost elements and manpower allocations for each sub task for purpose of program control. This plan is updated periodically by developing greater depth of direction for outyear tasks as the program matures. Updating is accomplished by adding revisions to existing pages or attaching page revisions to this plan. In either case, revisions will be identified by appropriate highlighting of the change, or specifying a revision page through the use of footnotes on the bottom right of each change page. Authorization for the change is provided by the principal investigators to maintain control of this program plan document and IPTD program activities. Quantitative colorectal cancer perfusion measurement by multidetector-row CT: does greater tumour coverage improve measurement reproducibility? PubMed Goh, V; Halligan, S; Gartner, L; Bassett, P; Bartram, C I 2006-07-01 The purpose of this study was to determine if greater z-axis tumour coverage improves the reproducibility of quantitative colorectal cancer perfusion measurements using CT. A 65 s perfusion study was acquired following intravenous contrast administration in 10 patients with proven colorectal cancer using a four-detector row scanner. This was repeated within 48 h using identical technical parameters to allow reproducibility assessment. Quantitative tumour blood volume, blood flow, mean transit time and permeability measurements were determined using commercially available software (Perfusion 3.0; GE Healthcare, Waukesha, WI) for data obtained from a 5 mm z-axis tumour coverage, and from a 20 mm z-axis tumour coverage. Measurement reproducibility was assessed using Bland-Altman statistics, for a 5 mm z-axis tumour coverage, and 20 mm z-axis tumour coverage, respectively. The mean difference (95% limits of agreement) for blood volume, blood flow, mean transit time and permeability were 0.04 (-2.50 to +2.43) ml/100 g tissue; +8.80 (-50.5 to +68.0) ml/100 g tissue/min; -0.99 (-8.19 to +6.20) seconds; and +1.20 (-5.42 to +7.83) ml/100 g tissue/min, respectively, for a 5 mm coverage, and -0.04 (-2.61 to +2.53) ml/100 g tissue; +7.40 (-50.3 to +65.0) ml/100 g tissue/min; -2.46 (-12.61 to +7.69) seconds; and -0.23 (-8.31 to +7.85) ml/100 g tissue/min, respectively, for a 20 mm coverage, indicating similar levels of agreement. In conclusion, increasing z-axis coverage does not improve reproducibility of quantitative colorectal cancer perfusion measurements. On the Occurrence of Standardized Regression Coefficients Greater than One. ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Deegan, John, Jr. 1978-01-01 It is demonstrated here that standardized regression coefficients greater than one can legitimately occur. Furthermore, the relationship between the occurrence of such coefficients and the extent of multicollinearity present among the set of predictor variables in an equation is examined. Comments on the interpretation of these coefficients areâ¦ Measurement of the human allele frequency spectrum demonstrates greater genetic drift in East Asians than in Europeans. PubMed Keinan, Alon; Mullikin, James C; Patterson, Nick; Reich, David 2007-10-01 Large data sets on human genetic variation have been collected recently, but their usefulness for learning about history and natural selection has been limited by biases in the ways polymorphisms were chosen. We report large subsets of SNPs from the International HapMap Project that allow us to overcome these biases and to provide accurate measurement of a quantity of crucial importance for understanding genetic variation: the allele frequency spectrum. Our analysis shows that East Asian and northern European ancestors shared the same population bottleneck expanding out of Africa but that both also experienced more recent genetic drift, which was greater in East Asians. Does Greater Autonomy Improve School Performance? Evidence from a Regression Discontinuity Analysis in Chicago ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Steinberg, Matthew P. 2014-01-01 School districts throughout the United States are increasingly providing greater autonomy to local public (non-charter) school principals. In 2005-06, Chicago Public Schools initiated the Autonomous Management and Performance Schools program, granting academic, programmatic, and operational freedoms to select principals. This paper providesâ¦ H2Oh!: Classroom demonstrations and activities for improving student learning of water concepts NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Chan-Hilton, A.; Neupauer, R. M.; Burian, S. J.; Lauer, J. W.; Mathisen, P. P.; Mays, D. C.; Olson, M. S.; Pomeroy, C. A.; Ruddell, B. L.; Sciortino, A. 2012-12-01 Research has shown that the use of demonstrations and hands-on activities in the classroom enhances student learning. Students learn more and enjoy classes more when visual and active learning are incorporated into the lecture. Most college-aged students prefer visual modes of learning, while most instruction is conducted in a lecture, or auditory, format. The use of classroom demonstrations provides opportunities for incorporating visual and active learning into the classroom environment. However, while most instructors acknowledge the benefits of these teaching methods, they typically do not have the time and resources to develop and test such activities and to develop plans to incorporate them into their lectures. Members of the Excellence in Water Resources Education Task Committee of the Environmental and Water Resources Institute (EWRI) of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) have produced a publication that contains a collection of activities aimed to foster excellence in water resources and hydrology education and improve student learning of principles. The book contains forty-five demonstrations and activities that can be used in water-related classes with topics in fluid mechanics, hydraulics, surface water hydrology, groundwater hydrology, and water quality. We present examples of these activities, including topics such as conservation of momentum, buoyancy, Bernoulli's principle, drag force, pipe flow, watershed delineation, reservoir networks, head distribution in aquifers, and molecular diffusion in a porous medium. Unlike full laboratory exercises, these brief demonstrations and activities (most of which take less than fifteen minutes) can be easily incorporated into classroom lectures. For each demonstration, guidance for preparing and conducting the activity, along with a brief overview of the principles that are demonstrated, is provided. The target audience of the activities is undergraduate students, although the activities also may be Thinspiration: Self-Improvement Versus Self-Evaluation Social Comparisons with Thin-Ideal Media Portrayals. PubMed Knobloch-Westerwick, Silvia 2015-01-01 Much research has demonstrated negative impacts of idealized-body imagery exposure on body satisfaction. Yet, paradoxically, media with such imagery attract mass audiences. Few studies showed women's body satisfaction increased due to thin-ideal exposure. The kind of social comparison women engage in (self-evaluation vs. self-improvement) may explain these inconsistent findings and the paradoxical attraction to thin-ideal messages. Across 5 days, thin-ideal messages were presented to 51 women; self-evaluation and self-improvement social comparisons as well as body satisfaction were measured each day. A linear positive change in body satisfaction emerged. Greater self-improvement social comparisons increased this change, whereas greater self-evaluation social comparisons reduced it. Extent of both social comparison types changed during the prolonged exposure. A greater tendency to compare one's body with others' improved body satisfaction through self-improvement social comparisons and fostered weight-loss behaviors through self-evaluation social comparisons. Greater Occipital Nerve Decompression for Occipital Neuralgia. PubMed Jose, Anson; Nagori, Shakil Ahmed; Chattopadhyay, Probodh K; Roychoudhury, Ajoy 2018-05-14 The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of greater occipital nerve decompression for the management of occipital neuralgia. Eleven patients of medical refractory occipital neuralgia were enrolled in the study. Local anaesthetic blocks were used for confirming diagnosis. All of them underwent surgical decompression of greater occipital nerve at the level of semispinalis capitis and trapezial tunnel. A pre and postoperative questionnaire was used to compare the severity of pain and number of pain episodes/month. Mean pain episodes reported by patients before surgery were 17.1âÂ±â5.63 episodes per month. This reduced to 4.1âÂ±â3.51 episodes per month (Pâ<â0.0036) postsurgery. The mean intensity of pain also reduced from a preoperative 7.18âÂ±â1.33 to a postoperative of 1.73âÂ±â1.95 (Pâ<â0.0033). Three patients reported complete elimination of pain after surgery while 6 patients reported significant relief of their symptoms. Only 2 patients failed to notice any significant improvement. The mean follow-up period was 12.45âÂ±â1.29 months. Surgical decompression of greater occipital nerve is a simple and viable treatment modality for the management of occipital neuralgia. Reproduction and monogamy in captive flock of greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus Roseus). PubMed Sandri, Camillo; Sammarini, Carolina; Regaiolli, Barbara; Spiezio, Caterina; Piccirillo, Alessandra 2018-01-01 Due to the great number of greater flamingos in captivity and their long life span, studying their behavior and welfare might be useful to improve the husbandry and breeding of this species in zoos. This study aimed to investigate factors affecting the breeding activity of captive greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus) from 2012 to 2016. To estimate reproductive success, the number of pairs, eggs laid, and hatchlings were recorded. In addition, information on age, egg-laying history of the partners, and pair composition was collected. An increase in the number of pairs, eggs, and hatchlings was reported over the years. For each breeding season, there were pairs who laid more than once, especially in 2014 and 2015. Approximately 50% of pairs were monogamous between consecutive years; however, the percentage dropped gradually when comparing nonconsecutive years. Senescence and previous experience seemed to affect the reproductive success of the study flamingos. In conclusion, different factors can influence the reproduction of greater flamingos in zoos. All these factors are related to nonhuman animal welfare and need to be considered in developing and improving management practices. AEP Ohio gridSMART Demonstration Project Real-Time Pricing Demonstration Analysis DOE Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI.GOV) Widergren, Steven E.; Subbarao, Krishnappa; Fuller, Jason C. 2014-02-01 This report contributes initial findings from an analysis of significant aspects of the gridSMARTÂ® Real-Time Pricing (RTP) â Double Auction demonstration project. Over the course of four years, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) worked with American Electric Power (AEP), Ohio and Battelle Memorial Institute to design, build, and operate an innovative system to engage residential consumers and their end-use resources in a participatory approach to electric system operations, an incentive-based approach that has the promise of providing greater efficiency under normal operating conditions and greater flexibility to react under situations of system stress. The material contained in this report supplementsmoreÂ Â» the findings documented by AEP Ohio in the main body of the gridSMART report. It delves into three main areas: impacts on system operations, impacts on households, and observations about the sensitivity of load to price changes.Â«Â less Students' Ethics Ratings of Demonstrations in Introductory Psychology. ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Harcum, E. Rae; Friedman, Herbert 1991-01-01 Reports results of a study of introductory psychology students' opinions of whether 10 classroom demonstrations would offend their sense of dignity or propriety. Discusses demonstrations of stages of death and dying, suggestibility, obedience to authority, and impressionability. Concludes that greater concern about ethical issues in classroomâ¦ Demonstrating How School Psychologists Improve Student Outcomes ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Skalski, Anastasia; Cowan, Katherine C. 2010-01-01 Everything in educational policy reform today in some way connects to student outcomes. In an effort to help school psychologists advocate more effectively for their services, NASP created "School Psychologists: Improving Student and School Outcomes" that links NASP policy, practice, and research with student outcomes. This document isâ¦ Demonstration of improved seismic source inversion method of tele-seismic body wave NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Yagi, Y.; Okuwaki, R. 2017-12-01 Seismic rupture inversion of tele-seismic body wave has been widely applied to studies of large earthquakes. In general, tele-seismic body wave contains information of overall rupture process of large earthquake, while the tele-seismic body wave is inappropriate for analyzing a detailed rupture process of M6 7 class earthquake. Recently, the quality and quantity of tele-seismic data and the inversion method has been greatly improved. Improved data and method enable us to study a detailed rupture process of M6 7 class earthquake even if we use only tele-seismic body wave. In this study, we demonstrate the ability of the improved data and method through analyses of the 2016 Rieti, Italy earthquake (Mw 6.2) and the 2016 Kumamoto, Japan earthquake (Mw 7.0) that have been well investigated by using the InSAR data set and the field observations. We assumed the rupture occurring on a single fault plane model inferred from the moment tensor solutions and the aftershock distribution. We constructed spatiotemporal discretized slip-rate functions with patches arranged as closely as possible. We performed inversions using several fault models and found that the spatiotemporal location of large slip-rate area was robust. In the 2016 Kumamoto, Japan earthquake, the slip-rate distribution shows that the rupture propagated to southwest during the first 5 s. At 5 s after the origin time, the main rupture started to propagate toward northeast. First episode and second episode correspond to rupture propagation along the Hinagu fault and the Futagawa fault, respectively. In the 2016 Rieti, Italy earthquake, the slip-rate distribution shows that the rupture propagated to up-dip direction during the first 2 s, and then rupture propagated toward northwest. From both analyses, we propose that the spatiotemporal slip-rate distribution estimated by improved inversion method of tele-seismic body wave has enough information to study a detailed rupture process of M6 7 class earthquake. Femoropopliteal Bypass with Varicose Greater Saphenous Vein PubMed Central Mun, Yun Su; Cho, Byung Sun; Jang, Je-Ho; Lee, Moon-Soo; Kwon, Oh Sang 2015-01-01 Surgical bypass for peripheral arterial occlusive disease can be performed using different graft materials. Autogenous greater saphenous vein (GSV) is the treatment of choice because of its superior long-term patency. We report a case of femoropopliteal bypass with varicose GSV in a 77-year-old man who was presented with limb ischemia and both varicose veins. We successfully performed bypass with varicose vein. He has been doing well for 15 months after the operation, and a computed tomography angiography of the lower leg, performed on the 15th postoperative month, demonstrated widely patent femoropopliteal bypass graft and no structural change. PMID:28031670 Returners Exhibit Greater Jumping Performance Improvements During a Peaking Phase Compared With New Players on a Volleyball Team. PubMed Bazyler, Caleb D; Mizuguchi, Satoshi; Kavanaugh, Ashley A; McMahon, John J; Comfort, Paul; Stone, Michael H 2018-06-21 To determine if jumping-performance changes during a peaking phase differed among returners and new players on a female collegiate volleyball team and to determine which variables best explained the variation in performance changes. Fourteen volleyball players were divided into 2 groups-returners (nâ=â7) and new players (nâ=â7)-who completed a 5-wk peaking phase prior to conference championships. Players were tested at baseline before the preseason on measures of the vastus lateralis cross-sectional area using ultrasonography, estimated back-squat 1-repetition maximum, countermovement jump height (JH), and relative peak power on a force platform. Jumping performance, rating of perceived exertion training load, and sets played were recorded weekly during the peaking phase. There were moderate to very large (Pâ<â.01, Glass Îâ=â1.74) and trivial to very large (Pâ=â.07, Îâ=â1.09) differences in JH and relative peak power changes in favor of returners over new players, respectively, during the peaking phase. Irrespective of group, 7 of 14 players achieved peak JH 2 wk after the initial overreach. The number of sets played (râ=â.78, Pâ<â.01) and the athlete's preseason relative 1-repetition maximum (râ=â.54, Pâ=â.05) were the strongest correlates of JH changes during the peaking phase. Returners achieved greater improvements in jumping performance during the peaking phase compared with new players, which may be explained by the returners' greater relative maximal strength, time spent competing, and training experience. Thus, volleyball and strength coaches should consider these factors when prescribing training during a peaking phase to ensure their players are prepared for important competitions. Does Replacing Live Demonstration With Instructional Videos Improve Student Satisfaction and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Examination Performance? PubMed Seals, Ryan; Gustowski, Sharon M; Kominski, Carol; Li, Feiming 2016-11-01 Instructional videos for osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) are a potentially valuable resource for novice learners. To evaluate student experiences and the effectiveness of instructional videos in lieu of live faculty demonstration in a second-year osteopathic manipulative medicine course. Faculty created and produced written instructions and videos for selected Still and facilitated positional release techniques. These materials incorporated curricular design principles and psychomotor skills development strategies. During a second-year OMT skills laboratory session, students used the videos as the primary source for technique demonstration and instruction. Table trainers monitored and assisted students per their request or if errors were observed. Students completed surveys regarding their previous experiences in the OMT skills laboratory sessions (presession survey) and the video-based instructional one (postsession survey). One month after the survey, students were also asked to complete a postexamination survey. Student scores on the skills competency examination were compared with scores from the previous year. Of the 230 students, 162 (70%), 135 (59%), and 86 (37%) responded to the presession, postsession, and postexamination surveys, respectively. The majority of students indicated that the OMT videos helped them feel more prepared (98%) and more confident for their examination (78%), were a valuable addition to learning (97%), and would help increase confidence in using osteopathic manipulative medicine on patients (84%). Two-thirds of students indicated that the videos were superior to faculty demonstration from the stage. Compared with students from the previous year, no statistically significant improvement was noted on the total clinical competency examination scores. The faculty-created videos for teaching OMT techniques did not improve scores on the clinical competency examination but had subjective benefits as part of the OMT laboratory Engineered particles demonstrate improved flow properties at elevated drug loadings for direct compression manufacturing. PubMed Trementozzi, Andrea N; Leung, Cheuk-Yui; Osei-Yeboah, Frederick; Irdam, Erwin; Lin, Yiqing; MacPhee, J Michael; Boulas, Pierre; Karki, Shyam B; Zawaneh, Peter N 2017-05-15 Optimizing powder flow and compaction properties are critical for ensuring a robust tablet manufacturing process. The impact of flow and compaction properties of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) becomes progressively significant for higher drug load formulations, and for scaling up manufacturing processes. This study demonstrated that flow properties of a powder blend can be improved through API particle engineering, without critically impacting blend tabletability at elevated drug loadings. In studying a jet milled API (D 50 =24Î¼m) and particle engineered wet milled API (D 50 =70Î¼m and 90Î¼m), flow functions of all API lots were similarly poor despite the vast difference in average particle size (ff c <4). This finding strays from the common notion that powder flow properties are directly correlated to part
1010	dbpedia	3	10	https://germanhoops.com/2021/07/31/japhet-mcneilhoward-hoops-combine-is-the-smooth-talking-new-yorker-not-preaching-on-tv-but-on-the-court-with-combine-sports/	en	Japhet Mcneil(Howard Hoops Combine) Is The Smooth Talking New Yorker Not Preaching On TV But On The Court With Combine Sports	https://germanhoops.com/…aphet-mcneil.jpg	https://germanhoops.com/…aphet-mcneil.jpg	[ "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/picture-perfect-5156-japhet-mcneil.jpg?w=801", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/picture-perfect-3522.jpg?w=768", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/picture-perfect-1218.jpg?w=768", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploa...	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Even if your totally preoccupied as your watching a…	en	https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/11ccb2882a4b5e94bd7395da8984cdd64287f539560a1c579fd2931b0ea2456e?s=32	German Hoops	https://germanhoops.com/2021/07/31/japhet-mcneilhoward-hoops-combine-is-the-smooth-talking-new-yorker-not-preaching-on-tv-but-on-the-court-with-combine-sports/	If your in an arena in Germany and have your ears on properly in radar mode, it is very possible you could hear a Japhet McNeil (183-PG-85, college: Bridgeport) smooth talking someone even when your in a line dreaming of sinking your teeth into a juicy German Hot Dog. Even if your totally preoccupied as your watching a food stand attendant prepare the scrumptious Hot Dog, you will notice Japhet McNeil no matter what. Even if you don’t know him personally, just seeing him in front of you in his modern threads, massive wide simile and hearing his mesmerizing words, you could easily think that back in the day he was one of those guys that was loved in school and was popular. His smooth talking is something everyone notices. ‘My wife tells me that! I guess that’s from growing up in the heart of New York City. When I attended East Carolina Univ. The Southern people would say ‘ Jah your talking to fast ‘ and I would reply ‘ I’m not talking to fast, your just listening to slow’, laughed Japhet McNeil. Japhet and I go way back and still have a nice relationship today after having first met during his rookie season in 2008-2009 when he balled for USC Heidelberg. I remember watching a game between TV Langen and USC Heidelberg and seeing his dazzling basketball talent for the first time. USC Heidelberg was a team that had another young and talented player named Jibril Hodges who is the son of NBA champion, NBA three point contest winner and Michael Jordan teammate of the early 90’s Craig Hodges. The team also had a very young Danilo Barthel who currently is one of the big guns for the German national team at the Olympics in Japan. The American knew early on that Danilo Barthel was special. ‘Sometimes when you see a kid and he has the goods you know he got that ‘IT’ Danillo Barthel had it’, remembered Japhet McNeil. We met and understood each other masterfully and over the years a nice friendship developed as well as various interviews that today stands at 8. The first interview we did together was in 2009 and how could he forget when I invited him to my weekly basketball radio for Radio Fortuna in 2009 which at that time was the first ever weekly basketball radio show on German radio. ‘8 .That’s the Number!!! 2009. Woooow!!! That’s a blessing. I’m all about longevity. Father time is definitely undefeated. I Remember our first interview like it was yesterday. It was in Frankfurt. The set up was really cool. It reminded me of a radio station room. You gifted me a bottle of wine or maybe it was Sekt. Your hospitality was on point. I remember my girlfriend at the time, who is my wife presently accompanying me and she kept saying how cool the experience was on our way back to the city I lived in at that time. Honestly I’ve lost count on how many. But I do know that every time we’re able to chop it up about basketball and life. It’s always real. I truly enjoy our encounters and I appreciate and thanks your continued support and allowing me to express myself over the years! You mean a lot to the basketball community and I’m glad I’m able to share my continued journey through your journalism!! Your a legend Miles stay blessed’, stressed Japhet McNeil. I love meeting Japhet again in arena’s and it has happened on occasion in the last years in Frankfurt in Bonn. I’m always amazed to witness everyone that he knows. I remember over the years when he would watch his buddy fellow New York native and former Euroleague and Seton hall great Jordan Theodore (his brother from another mother) or observe him conduct passionate talk about basketball with coach Joey King who worked under top German coach John Patrick. Mcneil’s smooth talking never eludes him and sometimes he inserts that special New Yorker language that I don’t understand. I always wondered why he didn’t go into acting. I could easily have seen him slip into the Eddie Murphy role in Beverly Hills Cop and watching him weasel out of jams. ‘That’s interesting you say that because I would love my daughters to go into acting. I’m a big movie guy. I watch all genres. Eddie Murphy is a big act to follow. He’s one of the Goats ( Greatest Of All Time ) I’m not sure if I can play Eddie but you better believe if I put my mind to it I can come close. To believe is to achieve’, warned Japhet McNeil. Instead of having gone the Hollywood route, he did something way better for the game of basketball. Instead of preaching on TV, he decided to keep preaching on the court. Even if Japhet McNeil who remembers ex easyCredit BBL player Wayne Bernard being his toughest cover in his rookie season is 36 years old, he is still playing professional ball today even if it isn’t in the foreground anymore like usual as he has found another big Love called Combine Sports. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York and attended Christ The King High School where he led the team to a Catholic Division A title in 2003. He averaged 18,0ppg as a senior and finished with over 1,100 points and finished third on the school’s all-time assist list behind future NBA players Omar Cook and Erick Barkley. He then had a steady NCAA career at East Carolina from 2003-2006 where he played 81 games. He then finished at Bridgeport University where ex NBA 229Cm player Manute Bol played as he averaged 16.6ppg, 4.0rpg, 4.9apg, StealsNCAA2-1 (4.0spg), FGP: 38.3%, 3PT: 34.6%, FT: 67.3%. He began his professional career in 2008 in Germany with USC Heidelberg averaging 14.8ppg, 3.1rpg, Assists-1 (7.9apg), Steals-1 (3.5spg), FGP: 45.4%, 3PT: 24.1%, FT: 63.3%. He belonged to the top players in the German Pro A and after that would carve out a solid professional career. He brought his talent to Finland to Kori-Konkarit Loimaa (Finland-1st Division) and also played two seasons for Schieren Black Frogs (Luxembourg-N2). But somehow he found a second home in Germany where he would always come back to and play. He also had experience with teams BG Karlsruhe (Pro A),BSW Sixers (Pro B), 1 FC Kaiserslauteren (Regionalliga) and DJK Nider-Olm (Regionalliga 2). Despite his age, he has always kept in shape mainly because of his new baby and business Combine Sports which has allowed him to still compete and play the game he cherishes. ‘I am still playing professional. I say that proudly because the journey hasn’t been easy you constantly have to find ways to reinvent yourself because it’s a young man’s sport. Off course you can play at an older age but your glory days are when your in your early to late twenties. The body recovers faster. Younger legs. You have less responsibility in life. The list goes on. The last team I was signed to was DJK Nieder-Olm. Regionaliga-2. Due to COVID 19 we were not able to play a full season. For a numerous amount of reasons I decided that playing at a lower level in Germany would be beneficial for the current phase I am in pertaining to my life’, stated Japhet McNeil. So let’s fast forward to 2021. At the moment as usual Japhet McNeil who remembers ex NBA players Travis Diener and Darius Washington being his toughest covers in the NCAA is in Germany and has declined to take a trip back home to New York to visit family and friends as he has preferred to get a jump on some opportunities. ‘Basketball is great and has been great to me, I will continue to use basketball as a tool. The possibilities are endless’, warned Japhet McNeil. One of those great new opportunities has been teaming up with Ron Howard to form the Howard Hoops Combine which will run from August 5th to the 9th in Germany. Life has been extremely tough for everyone in the last year and a half with COVID and obviously has affected him in many ways which is very understandable. ‘First and foremost. I’d like to send out my condolences & prayers to the families that experienced losing a loved one / ones due to COVID 19. I Also want to highlight the people who was tested positive and was able to beat COVID 19. I had a few challenges with COVID 19 but the biggest challenge I’d say was not knowing. I’m thousands of miles away from my family & Parents. God forbid if any one of them would have came down with Covid. There’s NO WAY that I could get home and aid them. It was a zoo. Travel bans in full effect, hospitals wouldn’t allow family members to visit patients, you couldn’t even have a proper burial. Really tough time that our world experienced. I’m very happy that we are returning to a sense of Normalcy’, stressed Japhet McNeil. By nature he is a very upbeat human being who is always good for a joke and having a good time, but COVID also has given him time to reflect on serious things and helped him learn new things. ‘Going through this time period that I’ve encountered off the court with Covid made me appreciate the little things that we have in life. For example. Going to a restaurant of your choice, taking trips with family to see family, the option of going to the gym to hoop and most importantly the health of your loved ones. As a man I value those things a lot more and it taught me to never take life for granted’, warned Japhet McNeil. Before becoming a part of the Howard Hoops Combine, the Queens native who has Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson and Lebron James on his personal NBA Mount Rushmore first had to build up Combine Sports something he has done successfully, but with COVID he met many new challenges. ‘Building my own business and brand was always part of my plan. My only problem was always being on the move. I never got the opportunity to sit down and actually map out the direction I wanted to go in because I was always chasing the next basketball contract. When COVID hit that forced me to sit down and really think about what’s next. Life after basketball. I had to find something that I was just as passionate about and for most athletes that’s not an easy task. This COVID period gave me some time that I needed to get my mind right mentally. It allowed me to get my paper work in order so that I can gain Dual Citizenship. American & German Passports, I accomplished that. It also allowed me to spend quality time with my wife and daughters which validated the reason for me playing at a lower level with a less strenuous schedule. The COVID period allowed me to set the blueprint for my business / brand and execute. I began investing in the market. My main goal was to gain in life because it was so much time taken away due to our COVID 19 rough patch’, warned Japhet McNeil. He has built up Combine Sports steadily over the years and continues to build it up. It may not have been the best choice in his life now, but I bet it’s at second place tied with his wife. ‘What we do at Combine Sports is basketball skill development. I wanted to find a way to sculpt our younger generations through basketball. My intent is to introduce and instill the things I’ve learned from the game of basketball to all nationalities, to all people whether your black, blue, yellow, green, white, or orange!! In this world hate and racism still exist, but through competition and sports we become one. I’ve met some of my closest friends from competing on the basketball court and they had different backgrounds, had different beliefs, dressed differently and spoke differently as well. The one thing we had in common was our will to be better basketball players and our will to win. A Universal language!!! I’ve learned so much by being open minded and it made me a better leader, player, trainer, person, father, son, friend, Husband. Hopefully I can spread that amongst the people I encounter with Combine Sports. – The best Choice I could have made at this phase in life is Josie and Jiana Mcneil. My daughters. Everything stems from them. They are the reason why I work smarter & harder’, warned Japhet McNeil. Some guys go into coaching or get normal 9-5 jobs while others just want to remain on the court and help the youth of today get better. ‘I love to develop and train players. I’m very passionate about it. Basketball has been my job ever since I can remember. I got free gear, free trips, through AAU, my tuition paid in full at Christ the King High School b/c of basketball. Awarded a full athletic scholarship for college. A 12 year playing career as a professional athlete overseas. I wanted to find a way to stay in the field without feeling like it’s a job. I’m able to train players that I’ve competed against. Players that are still playing professional. I train JBBL Players as well as NBBL players here in Germany. Last week My bro Tyrone Nash a Notre Dame University standout that also played in the BBL here in Germany called me up and booked some sessions. My BROSKI Jordan Theodore Ex Unics player, just signed to a team in Tokyo plans to come punch the clock with Combine Sports. I’m not big on name dropping because just as I look forward on training those great players, I’m looking forward to training my 8 year old client whose parents sacrifice their time. Drive them to and from the workout. Sit and watch the workout. Doing all of the above after working their 9-5 shift. The real MVP’s! The future for Combine Sports is to become a international household name for developing basketball players. I want to continue to build the brand. Grow my following with the Combine Sports Clothing brand. (Combine-Sport.Com ). I want to help young European basketball athletes attend High Schools and Universities on full athletic scholarships in America using my connections I’ve made throughout my career. I want to have the option of helping basketball athletes from America come play professional in Europe. The options are limitless. My short term goal is to invest in a location that I can build a Combine Sports Basketball lab. That’s the main problem in Germany. Resources. A Gym. A Vertimax machine, the shooting Gun machine, high quality modern training equipment that enables the athlete ETC. Once you own a space with a basketball court. You can set the bar!! Ownership!! That is the short term Goal’, stressed Japhet McNeil. Networking is something that is done everywhere to help build connections and just help a product grow and with Japhet McNeil and Ron Howard coming together to join forces is a no brainer. Ron Howard is the God Father of helping unknown players and sometimes with no resumes help attain their dream of becoming a professional basketball player. Ron Howard also played professional ball in Europe at the same time as Japhet McNeil. Howard formed Howard Hoops in 2015 and the German basketball community is so small. but why did it take so long to come together? ‘Ron and I go way back. We used to see each other out all the time at events whether it was in Frankfurt or Kaiserslautern on and off the court. We had mutual friends. I respected his basketball mind and his will to help basketball players and he respected mine. We’ve had several conversations on where or what could we bring to the table together. Our main objective is to give back, to help the next person change their surroundings, change their lives through basketball. We came up with the Howard Hoops Combine. Your Right about that. The German basketball community is small. I guess it was more about timing. We are trying to recover from a pandemic. A lot of players lost out on opportunities to play overseas. Seasons for European basketball Clubs were affected by the pandemic tremendously. Sponsorships were cut. That means less money for budget. So many factors played apart. When you look around there’s not to many platforms that allows players to come display their talent and earn a professional contract to play overseas basketball. Not in Europe!!! Coaches in Europe or Club managers receive 25 emails with game film a day from different players and agents. That can be overwhelming for the club and coaching staff. A lot of players become lost in the pile of emails. We want to create and build an atmosphere where players can be seen or talked to directly by European coaches, agents, or club managers. With hopes of signing a contract to start their career or further their careers’, stated Japhet McNeil. It is too bad that they never actually faced off on the court. That would have been a brutal basketball battle. ‘ I heard Ron was a Dawg!! If he attacked his opponents like he does his goals then I have no doubts about his hooping ability!! He’s a lefty. Lefty’s are uncanny, very hard to guard’, said Japhet McNeil. The combination of Howard and Mcneil with their talent of finding players, placing them on pro teams and developing their skills is one of a kind. ‘Our Main Goal is to create a platform that basketball players can use to earn a professional contract to play overseas basketball. Not only Americans. We hope to have all nationalities. The best player for the job. We aim to build relationships with players, agents, agencies, club managers and coaches. To build trust worthy relations that if a player or team is needed we are able to help both parties. When it all boils down to having two individuals with a lot of experience in Europe that’s passionate about the game of basketball. Passionate about helping basketball players change their lives. Both platforms Howard Hoops and Howard Hoops Combine’s general purpose is to use basketball as a tool. Ron Howard has encountered and helped so many basketball players through and through. I have in different ways as well. Now we are Combining our powers as a unit to continue to push the basketball culture forward’, warned Japhet McNeil. The Howard HOOPS Combine will have the biggest roster ever and will play games against each other as well against German regionalliga teams Ibbenburen and Bigger See where German coaches and Gm’s will be in attendance to observe the raw talent.
1010	dbpedia	3	51	https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/4/5/291	en	Conjugated Molecules for the Smart Filtering of Intense Radiations	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…4.png?1453609152	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…4.png?1453609152	[ "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1724941758", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1724941758", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/journals/ijms-logo.png?41930e44070e4940", "https://www.mdpi.com/bundles/mdpisciprofi...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Danilo Dini" ]	2003-04-15T00:00:00	The practical realization of smart optical filters, i.e. devices which change their optical transmission in a suitable way to keep a working state for a general light sensitive element , can involve the use of conjugated molecules whose light absorption properties are light- intensity dependent (nonlinear optical effect). The verification of optical limiting displayed by some particular conjugated molecules, e.g. phthalocyanines, is quite noteworthy and can be successfully exploited for the realization of such smart optical devices. In the present contribution the analysis of the relevant molecular feature of a phthalocyanine are analyzed with the aim of determining useful correlations between optical limiting performance and phthalocyanine chemical structure. In particular , the electronic nature of the substituent is considered as a key factor for the explanation of some observed optical limiting trends.	en	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…d7013?1724941758	MDPI	https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/4/5/291	Institut für Organische Chemie, University of Tübingen, Auf der Morgenstelle 18, 72076 Tübingen, Germany Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2003, 4(5), 291-300; https://doi.org/10.3390/i4050291 Submission received: 23 January 2003 / Accepted: 4 March 2003 / Published: 15 April 2003 Abstract : The practical realization of smart optical filters, i.e. devices which change their optical transmission in a suitable way to keep a working state for a general light sensitive element , can involve the use of conjugated molecules whose light absorption properties are light- intensity dependent (nonlinear optical effect). The verification of optical limiting displayed by some particular conjugated molecules, e.g. phthalocyanines, is quite noteworthy and can be successfully exploited for the realization of such smart optical devices. In the present contribution the analysis of the relevant molecular feature of a phthalocyanine are analyzed with the aim of determining useful correlations between optical limiting performance and phthalocyanine chemical structure. In particular , the electronic nature of the substituent is considered as a key factor for the explanation of some observed optical limiting trends. Introduction The smart filtering of a luminous radiation is a complex process whose realization implies the controlled modulation of the optical properties of those device elements designed to interact with the luminous radiation. Such a process of smart optical filtering represents a non trivial technological achievement due to the increasing use of the light as fast vehicle for the transmission of signals and energy, which requires continuously the development of adequate systems for the processing of light [1]. Depending on the nature of the luminous radiation, i.e. natural, artificial, accidental or hostile, the design of a suitable smart optical filter represents an interdisciplinary task which needs contributions equally from optics to electronics, from materials science to physical chemistry and synthetic chemistry among others. In the present context the term “smart” refers to those systems capable to modify opportunely their optical properties when interacting with the luminous radiation, in order to control the radiation in a convenient way [2]. Smart optical devices employ generally materials whose optical properties are varied by means of an electric current as in electrochromic devices [3], or via the absorption of radiations with a characteristic spectrum like in the case of photochromic devices [4]. A further way of modulating the optical properties of materials is offered by nonlinear optical (NLO) effects which consist of the change of the optical properties of materials induced by the high intensity of the interacting radiation [5]. High intensity radiations are practically generated only by lasers [6] and due the continuously increasing use of these artificial light sources in the most disparate applications ranging from image formation in holography to data transfer in optical computer or heat generation in high-temperature production processes [7,8,9,10], it appears strongly motivated the study of materials with NLO properties for the possible control and manipulation of laser radiations. In particular, the occurrence of NLO effects can be properly exploited for the creation of special filters possessing optical limiting (OL) features, i.e. systems whose overall light-absorbance increases with the increase of the incident light intensity [11]. Such a NLO effect finds an important application in the protection of all those light sensors which must operate below a safety threshold of the incident intensity to prevent unrecoverable laser damage [12]. A prominent class of materials displaying NLO absorption and concomitant generation of the OL effect is constituted by conjugated organic molecules [13] which are characterized by the presence of an extended network of loosely bound π-electrons with oxidation energies ranging within the approximate interval 6.5-8.5 eV [14]. The most relevant feature of the π-electrons is their high polarizability [15,16]. This allows a quasi-instantaneous response of the molecule to the perturbations induced by rapidly variable external electric fields and the interaction between light and conjugated molecule generally brings about low losses and scarce dispersion of the energy transported by the optical wave [5]. The property of interest of the material used for the description of the NLO effects produced by the irradiation of the material with a laser light source is commonly the vector polarization P defined as the number of dipole moments per unit volume of material (in C m-2, in MKS). Polarization P is related with the applied electric field E (in V m-1, in MKS) of the radiation through the relationship: P = ε0 χ E (1) where χ is the generalized susceptibility, and ε0 the dielectric constant of the vacuum ( 8.85 x 10-12 F m-1). In the case of irradiation with strong applied fields E, the susceptibility χ becomes itself a function of E, i.e. χ (E), thus giving rise to a nonlinear dependence of P on E. The OL effect relies on the variation of the generalized nonlinear absorption coefficient αNL (in m-1) with the incident light intensity Ι (in W m-2) according to the modified Lambert-Beer law [13]: (dI/dz)= − αNL(I) I (2) where z is the direction of light propagation through the material. The coefficient αNL is given by the approximate relationship: αNL = α + β I (3) with α (in m-1) and β (in m s J-1) corresponding to the linear absorption coefficient and the second-order nonlinear absorption coefficient, respectively. The correlation between the generalized optical susceptibility in Equation 1, with the second-order nonlinear absorption coefficient is given by the relationship [17]: Im[χ(3)] = (2c2n02β / πω∗) x 10-22 C m V-3 (4) where χ(3) is the third-order susceptibility, c is the speed of light (3 x 108 m s-1), n0 is the linear refractive index of the system, and ω∗ is the incident light frequency. In the framework of the OL effect generated by molecular systems like organic conjugated species, relatively few attempts have been made to find precise correlations between molecular structure and corresponding OL effect [18]. In the following the analysis and the discussion of the results concerning the OL effect produced by some conjugated macrocycle-metal complexes are reported with the aim of correlating the features of the molecular structure with the intensity-dependent effect of reverse saturable absorption [19] in the perspective of a possible involvement in the realization of practical smart optical limiters. Experimental Optical Limiting Measurements The OL effect for the various conjugated macrocycle-metal complexes has been studied with the Z-scan technique in the open aperture configuration [20]. Such a configuration allows the determination of the NLO effects associated solely with the changes of the nonlinear absorption coefficient and not with the changes of the nonlinear refractive index. The samples were solutions of conjugated macrocycle-metal complexes in 1-chloronaphthalene with concentrations ranging in the interval 0.5 - 510-4 M. The optical cell was a quartz cuvette with optical path thickness equal to 0.1 cm. The sample irradiation was realized with a pulsed Nd:YAG laser (from Continuum Minilite, Edinburgh, Scotland) emitting at the second harmonic (λ = 532 nm). Samples linear transmittance at the wavelength of laser irradiation ranged in the interval 85-90 %. The maximum energy per laser pulse was 100 mJ. The pulse duration ranged in the interval 3-7 ns. The frequency of sample irradiation was 10 pulses per second. The Nd:YAG laser beam was focused with a neutral lens having the focal distance equal to 10 cm. During the Z-scan determinations the sample spanned a total length of 3.5 cm centered at the beam focus. The displacement of the sample along the Z-scan direction was controlled by means of a piezoelectric driver. The laser beam radius was approximately 0.5 cm before lens focusing. The recording of sample transmittance was taken every 0.05 cm along the spanned length. The reported values of transmittance were averaged on a basis of twenty determinations per analyzed Z-position. Synthesis of conjugated macrocycle-metal complexes The metal-macrocycle complexes which have been studied for the generation of the OL effect are a series of new phthalocyaninatotitanium(IV) complexes with general formula RyPcTiXn with R and X being respectively the peripheral substituent of the phthalocyanine (Pc) ring and axial substituent at the central metal atom Ti. The choice of RyPcTiXn species is motivated by the promising OL properties shown by some phthalocyaninatotitanium(IV) complexes characterized by different kinds of axial ligands X [21,22]. The RyPcTiXn species whose OL properties are here investigated are listed in Table 1 and the references concerning the details of their preparation are given in the last column of the table. Table 1. List of phthalocyaninatotitanium(IV) oxide studied for OL generation in this work. Table 1. List of phthalocyaninatotitanium(IV) oxide studied for OL generation in this work. SpeciesRyXnRef.Hexadecafluorophthalocyaninatotitanium oxide [F16PcTiO] (1)F16O1232(3)-Tetratertbutylphthalocyaninato- titanium oxide [t-Bu4PcTiO] (2)-C(CH3)34O121Hexadecachlorophthalocyaninatotitanium oxide [Cl16PcTiO] (3)Cl16O124Hexadecachlorophthalocyaninatotitanium dichloride [Cl16PcTiCl2] (4)Cl16Cl225(4-tertButylcatecholato)phthalocyani-natotitanium oxide [PcTi(O2C6H3)t-Bu] (5)H16122Tetrapyrazinotetraazaporphyrinato titanium oxide [Pyr4TAPTiO] (6)N8O126 Results The Z-scan profiles for the species (1)-(6) are shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Z-scan profiles for the species (1)-(6). The species were irradiated at the same level. The linear transmittance T0 of the examined solutions was 0.9. The concentrations were in the range 4-5 10-5 M. The 1-chloronaphthalene solvent didn’t show any NLO behavior at the used level of irradiation. In Figure 1 the actual (nonlinear) transmission T of the (1)-(6) solutions varies with the distance Z from the focus of a gaussian beam whose intensity I varies with Z according to [20]: I(Z) = E / τ w2(Z) π (5) where E , τ and w(Z) are the pulse energy (in J), the pulse duration (in s) and the beam radius (in m) as a function of the distance from the focus Z, respectively. The radius w of a gaussian beam depends on the distance Z from the focus according to the equation [20]: w2(Z) = w02(1+Z2/Z02 (6) in which w0 is the beam waist at the focus and Z0 the diffraction length of the beam defined as the ratio of the area w02π of the gaussian beam at the focus to the laser beam wavelength λ. The OL performance of different species can be evaluated and compared in terms of the minimum value of normalized transmittance T/T0 which is usually achieved in correspondence of the highest level of irradiation, i.e. at the focus (Z = 0), if the linear transmittance T0 is the same for all the samples under examination. The value of T/T0 at Z = 0 grows in the succession T/T0 (1)Z=0 < T/T0 (4)Z=0 ≈ T/T0 (6)Z=0 < T/T0 (3)Z=0 < T/T0 (2)Z=0 < T/T0 (5)Z=0 with F16PcTiO (1) showing unambiguously the best OL performance with the lowest value of T/T0 (1)Z=0 (= 0.55) whereas [PcTi(O2C6H3)t-Bu] (5) and [t-Bu4PcTiO] (2) present the smallest diminutions of T/T0 at the focus. From the compared analysis of the results in Figure 1, it is observed that those phthalocyanines carrying electron withdrawing groups (EWG’s) like F in 1, Cl in 3 and 4, and N as heteroatom in the benzenic moiety of 6 give rise to the stronger OL effect. Discussion The origin of the nonlinear transmission in phthalocyanines is related mostly with the occurrence of the absorption of an excited state [27], and less preponderant, by the verification of nonlinear refraction [28]. The mechanism of nonlinear absorption in phthalocyanines is successfully interpreted in terms of the four-level model [29]. This model depicts the nonlinear absorber as a system having four main electronic levels involved in the transitions which give rise to an intensity-dependent absorption (Figure 2). Figure 2. Energy diagram of a four-level system. Full lines indicate absorption from singlet ground [1→3] and triplet excited states [2→4]; dashed lines represent intersystem crossing [3→2] and excited state fluorescence [4→2]; dotted line indicates phosphorescence [2→1]. In the four-level model the absorptions are due to the consecutive transitions [1→3] and [2→4] being (hω1,3 /2π) =(hω2,4 /2π) with ωi,j indicating the frequency of absorption for the transition [i→j] and h the Planck´s constant. Therefore, such a mechanism of absorption implies the consecutive absorption of two photons. The intersystem crossing (ISC) transition [3→2] (it is supposed that the couples of states 1,3 and 2,4 are respectively singlet and triplet states), and the fluorescence from the upper excited state [4→2] are assumed to be fast processes in order to get effective optical limiting. In fact, a fast intersystem crossing combined together with fast fluorescent decay [4→2] allows to populate the triplet excited state i=2 which represent the initial state of the transition involving the absorption of the second photon. Another necessary condition for the achievement of effective optical limiting is a high value of the absorption cross-section for the transition [2→4] (σ24) to absorb efficiently the second photon at regimes of high irradiation. It is often convenient to define suitable merit coefficients for evaluating the OL performance of different systems in different conditions. The most frequently used merit coefficients are the ratio σ24 / σ13 [30] (equivalent to σexc / σg with σexc and σg being the excited state and ground state absorption cross-sections, respectively), and the difference σ24 − σ13 [18] whose high values are indicative of better OL performances. Both σ24 (or σexc) and σ13 (or σg) are correlated with βas defined in equation 3, through the relationship [17]: β = σ24 σ13[N1]NA2 ΦISC (7) with [N1], NA and ΦISC being respectively the concentration (in mol m-3) of the absorbing entities in the ground state 1, the Avogadro’s number (in mol-1) and the ISC efficiency (in mol s J-1) at the working excitation frequency. The use of generalized intensive properties like the absorption cross-section or the molar extinction coefficient does not allow a straightforward correlation between structural parameters of the nonlinear absorber itself and the OL performance. This is because such properties just describe an overall effect with no consideration of the actual phenomenology correlated with the structural features of the active species displaying nonlinear absorption. At this point it would seem more appropriate to accomplish the analysis of the OL performance in terms of the changes of the dipole moments implied in the various transitions associated with the nonlinear absorption processes [31]. This is because a molecular property like the dipole moment can be directly correlated and analyzed in terms of molecular structure features of the active species. Irradiation of phthalocyanines at 532 nm produces mostly a nonresonant effect consisting of the electronic polarization of the π-electrons. In fact, phthalocyanines are quasi transparent in the wavelengths window 500-600 nm comprised between the main characteristic Q and B absorption bands, and in correspondence of 532 nm, the closest resonances of phthalocyanines are due to the metal to ligand and/or ligand to metal charge transfer (MLCT/LMCT) processes [32]. The increasing irradiation in this wavelength region induces a growing deformation of the polarizable electronic cloud constituted by the π -electrons of the phthalocyanine. At a certain point the irradiated molecule reaches a critical state of electronic polarization, which is capable to get in resonance at the wavelength of irradiation. Such a resonance of a highly polarized phthalocyanine molecule is believed to involve a MLCT/LMCT process which is red-shifted with respect to the same kind of transition in the ground state [28]. The deformability of the π-electrons cloud upon irradiation can be expressed as a generalized π-electrons polarizability d [ρπ(x,y,z, Eext)]/ d [Eext] where ρπ and Eext are the distribution of the π-electrons charge over the molecular volume (in C m-3), and the applied perturbating optical field (in V m-1), respectively [33]. Such a rate of deformation depends on the structural features of the molecule like the number of π-electrons, extension of the conjugated network and the electronic nature of the substituents at the conjugated skeleton [34]. The series of OL curves obtained from the compounds 1-6 (Figure 1), shows a quite well defined trend if the electron withdrawing character of the substituents at the peripheral positions and at the central atom, is considered as key factor in the analysis of these curves. In general, the more increasing the electron-withdrawing character and the number of the EWG’s the better is the resulting OL response. Such a correspondence could be explained in terms of strongest optical fields required for the achievement of the critical polarized state in which the phthalocyanine absorbs resonantly the radiation. This effect is a consequence of the increasing stiffness of the electronic cloud due to the presence of EWG’s. Another reason of the improvement of the OL effect with EWG’s could be also the higher variation of the dipole moment in passing from the absorbing polarized state of the phthalocyanine to the final excited state. This would correspond to higher transition dipole moments in accordance with a correlated increase of the absorption coefficient for that specific transition [35]. Such an analysis leads to conclude that the excited state absorption process involved in the OL phenomenon consists very probably in the transfer of a partial electronic charge from the electron- rich moiety of the metal–macrocycle complex, i.e. the conjugated macrocycle, to the electron-poorer moiety of the complex, i.e. the central metal atom. This gives rise to an intensity-dependent intramolecular reduction which involves the conjugated macrocycle as reducing agent and the central metal atom as oxidizing agent. The effectiveness of this photoinduced ligand to metal charge transfer results higher when the charge separation between the conjugated macrocycle and the central metal is more pronounced in the ground state of the phthalocyanine. Such an intramolecular electronic charge transfer would occur in phthalocyanines at frequencies falling in the approximate range 5-6 1014 Hz when the intensity of the incident radiation is in the order of 1012 W m-2. Conclusions The verification of the optical limiting effect in conjugated molecules based systems, is due to the occurrence of intensity-dependent absorption processes which imply the succession of nonresonant and resonant phenomena in the active species. The possible correlation between structural features of a particular class of conjugated molecules for optical limiting, i.e. phthalocyanines, and the optical limiting performance has been attempted by choosing similar chemical structures as terms of comparison. 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1010	dbpedia	2	66	https://www.etvbharat.com/english/sports/cricket/cricket-top-news/josh-philippe-named-bbl-10-player-of-the-tournament/na20210204153147900	en	Josh Philippe named BBL 10 Player of the Tournament	https://etvbharatimages.…612432726836.jpg	https://etvbharatimages.…612432726836.jpg	[ "https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/assets/new_logos/english-logo-black.webp?imwidth=256 1x, https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/assets/new_logos/english-logo-black.webp?imwidth=384 2x", "https://etvbharatimages.akamaized.net/assets/svg-image/LANGUAGE ICON.svg?imwidth=32 1x, https://etvbharatimages.akamaized...	[]	[]	[ "Josh Philippe", "BBL 10", "Sydney", "Sydney Sixers" ]	null	[ "ETV Bharat" ]	2021-02-04T15:31:49+05:30	Philippe can finish as the tournament's leading run-scorer and currently sits 44 runs behind Hales ahead of Saturday's final.	en	/favicon.ico	ETV Bharat News	https://www.etvbharat.com/english/sports/cricket/cricket-top-news/josh-philippe-named-bbl-10-player-of-the-tournament/na20210204153147900	Sydney: Sydney Sixers wicketkeeper-batsman Josh Philippe has been named the BBL 10 Player of the Tournament. Philippe polled 22 votes throughout the regular season to finish two clear of Sydney Thunder opening batsman Alex Hales. Perth Scorchers fast bowler Jhye Richardson was one further vote behind in third. Philippe has already accumulated 499 runs at an average of 33.26 at an impressive strike rate of 150.30 -- the third-best behind Hales and Brisbane Heat skipper Chris Lynn among the BBL's top-20 most prolific batsmen. He can finish as the tournament's leading run-scorer and currently sits 44 runs behind Hales ahead of Saturday's final. The 23-year-old has also affected 16 dismissals behind the stumps in the tournament so far. In BBL 9, Philippe won the player of the final award after guiding the Sydney Sixers to their second title with a half-century in front of a SCG home crowd. He finished as the league's third-highest scorer that season with 487 runs to go with his 11 dismissals, finishing ninth in the Player of the Tournament count. He has been rewarded with selection in Australia's T20I squad for its five-match series against New Zealand starting next month, putting him in line to make his international debut. "We'd like to congratulate Josh Philippe on another outstanding season at the top of the order for the Sydney Sixers and being named the BBL 10 Player of the Tournament," said Alistair Dobson, Cricket Australia's Head of Big Bash Leagues. "This is a richly deserved accolade and recognition for a number of match-winning performances, which have guided the Sixers to a second consecutive home Final at the SCG and selection in the Australian men's T20I squad," he added. The Player of the Tournament is selected by the League's on-field umpires. Each umpire submits a 3-2-1 vote after each match, with six votes the most any individual player can receive in a single match.
1010	dbpedia	0	3	https://www.truehoop.com/p/there-are-more-nba-players-than-nba	en	There are more NBA players than NBA jobs	https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Ftruehoop.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D1397588242%26version%3D9	https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:best,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Ftruehoop.substack.com%2Ftwitter%2Fsubscribe-card.jpg%3Fv%3D1397588242%26version%3D9	[ "https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_96,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-437e-9518-adb32be77984.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4927e38c-d06c-464f-89f3-198f9a6d162d_256x256.png", "https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_80,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_pro...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "CoachThorpe" ]	2019-12-20T17:55:30+00:00	David Thorpe’s favorite players outside the NBA.	en	https://substackcdn.com/…h-icon-57x57.png		https://www.truehoop.com/p/there-are-more-nba-players-than-nba	BY DAVID THORPE It’s fairly safe to say that the NBA employs every one of the world’s top 50 basketball players. After that, it’s a crapshoot. There are plenty of overseas players—and even G-League players—who could help NBA teams nightly. Many were cut from NBA teams, then got better. Others chose to stay overseas. The NBA is full of huge talents who took a few years to really produce—from Draymond Green to Pascal Siakam. I’ve put together a list of players that teams hoping to add just one more rotation player might want to consider. For the purpose of this list, we are not including players who have already spent significant time in the NBA. Europe and China (CBA) are filled with such players, like Nikola Mirotic, Shane Larkin, Mike James, Jan Vesely, or Nick Calathes. Moving to the NBA makes less sense for them. Their employers pay their taxes and almost always provide a home and a car (think beachfront condo in Gran Canaria or walking distance to the Mediterranean Sea). More impor…
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1010	dbpedia	1	64	https://issuu.com/americanacademyofneurology/docs/17am_scienceprogramdigi_v716	en	2017 AAN Annual Meeting Science Program	https://image.isu.pub/17…age_1_social.jpg	https://image.isu.pub/17…age_1_social.jpg	[ "https://static.isu.pub/fe/product-header-frontend/781e53c/31d186ba39f38e8c4fac.png", "https://static.issuu.com/fe/silkscreen/0.0.3042/icons/gradient/icon-canva-gradient.svg", "https://static.isu.pub/fe/product-header-frontend/781e53c/1e794a8c4ec65e549678.png", "https://photo.isu.pub/americanacademyofneurolog...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	2017-02-22T20:46:54+00:00	Presenting the 2017 AAN Annual Meeting Science Program, along with registration and schedule information. Early registration deadline March 30, 2017.	en	/favicon.ico	Issuu	https://issuu.com/americanacademyofneurology/docs/17am_scienceprogramdigi_v716	Welcome to Issuu’s blog: home to product news, tips, resources, interviews (and more) related to content marketing and publishing. Here you'll find an answer to your question.
1010	dbpedia	2	31	https://auscricket.com.au/news/domestic-and-young-cricketers-of-the-year-kick-off-australian-cricket-awards/	en	Australian Cricketers' Association	https://cms.auscricket.c…jpg?v=1595554074	https://cms.auscricket.c…jpg?v=1595554074	[ "https://auscricket.com.au/logos/ACA-flat.png", "https://cms.auscricket.com.au/assets/images/marsh-banner.jpg?v=1612498863", "https://cms.auscricket.com.au/assets/images/HannahDarlington_1920x1080.jpg?v=1612497386", "https://cms.auscricket.com.au/assets/images/WillSutherland_1920x1080-1.jpg?v=1612497404", "...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	The ACA is the collective and representative voice of past and present male and female elite domestic and international cricketers in Australia.		/favicon.ico		https://auscricket.com.au/news/domestic-and-young-cricketers-of-the-year-kick-off-australian-cricket-awards	Hannah Darlington, Betty Wilson Young Cricketer of the Year Nineteen-year-old Hannah Darlington has crowned a memorable second season in the Rebel Women’s Big Bash League by being voted by her peers as the Betty Wilson Young Cricketer of the Year. Darlington, who sat her Higher School Certificate English exam on the morning she made her KFC WBBL debut in last year’s opening game of the season, continued to make her presence felt in elite company, taking 22 wickets at just 16.3 runs per wicket with outstanding economy rate of 5.37. Darlington said it was an honour and an achievement to be presented the Betty Wilson Young Cricketer Award. “I look at some of the players who won this award previously and some of the nominees this year, and it’s a nice feeling to know players are recognising the performances that are put out on the field,” she said. “It’s a really nice feeling to know, not only your teammates who see the work you do day in day out is getting recognised, but also from afar by your peers who are able to see the work you put on the field and the character you bring to the game, so a peer voted award is ranked highly.” Darlington said she believes the domestic competitions in Australia are the best in the world and that the calibre of players playing and coming through is amazing. “The young players as you can see in some of these nominees are outstanding and to think that is the future of Australian cricket is pretty important. These domestic competitions feed the Australian team and if our domestic competitions are strong, then our Australian team is dominating around the world. The support we are getting for our domestic schedule is only improving, so it’s amazing. “It’s an amazing commitment by the players, Cricket Australia and the ACA to be giving us the opportunity to be able to play the games we want to play because we are willing and able to be out there playing as many games as we can.” Will Sutherland, Bradman Young Cricketer of the Year Victorian all-rounder Will Sutherland has been voted by his peers as the 2021 Bradman Young Cricketer of the Year. During the voting period, the strong-hitting all-rounder provided some handy runs down the order, but wit was largely with the ball that he shone, taking 26 wickets at 24.15, including 6/67 against South Australia in March last year. Sutherland says the Award was a big honour that he felt privileged to receive. “They are strong competitions we have been playing in in the Sheffield Shield and Big Bash with a lot of good young cricketers coming through, so to get that recognition is pretty exciting for me at this point of my career, he said. “I think it’s always a bit extra special every time you win a player-voted award. To get recognition from senior players and the Australian cricket competition, it’s pretty awesome and means a lot to me. So, a big thanks to all the players who voted for me. “We were really lucky to be playing and doing what our jobs are with the pandemic going on and obviously a few players had to sacrifice a bit. I’d like to pay a big thanks to Cricket Australia and the ACA for all the work that they were able to do to make sure we were able to play in those competitions at that time.” Elyse Villani, Women's Domestic Player of the Year Clean-hitting Victorian top-order bat, Elyse Villani, has been voted by her peers as this year’s Female Domestic Player of the Year. A highly respected foe, and much-loved teammate, Villani made 602 runs across 19 innings in the KFC WBBL and WNCL at an average of 35.41, including four half-centuries, including a 99, all at a strike-rate of 97.25. The veteran of many successful Australian champion teams, Villani said she has a huge amount of respect and admiration for the domestic players, the best cricketers around Australia. “To be voted by them is a huge honour and something I don’t really take lightly. When my career does come to an end one day, I know I’m going to look back on it really fondly because it’s such a huge honour to be thought of by all the girls. “Player voted awards are so special because it really highlights the respect that players have for one another and I know that’s something the girls really value. “I really credit the players for their commitment and flexibility in getting a full domestic season ahead, which is something we can all be extremely proud of. Also, we are really thankful to Cricket Australia and the ACA for having the support to be able to do so. Although it was really challenging, we are really fortunate enough to be in this position.” Shaun Marsh, Men's Domestic Player of the Year Western Australian veteran left-hander, Shaun Marsh has been voted by his peers as the Male Domestic Player of the Year Award for the second year running. Marsh was the only player to score more than 1,000 runs across the Marsh Sheffield Shield, Marsh Cup and KFC BBL during the voting period, with 1,058 runs at 46.00, including five 50s and three 100s. The 37-year-old becomes just the fourth player to win the Award on multiple occasions after inaugural winner Darren Lehmann, Michael Klinger and Cameron White. Marsh said that the players placed an enormous value on the domestic game and this was reflected in their commitment and flexibility to get the game going through the impacts of Covid-19. "This season is obviously a little bit different to what we're used to. But for the sake of getting our season up and running and playing cricket, it's a very small price to pay,” he said. “We're really fortunate that we're getting an opportunity to play as much cricket as we can this summer. We're very thankful to the ACA and Cricket Australia for the opportunity.”
1010	dbpedia	2	27	https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/jan/24/chris-lynn-named-big-bash-leagues-player-of-tournament	en	Chris Lynn named Big Bash League's player of tournament	https://i.guim.co.uk/img…f35bc567b5545e8a	https://i.guim.co.uk/img…f35bc567b5545e8a	[ "https://sb.scorecardresearch.com/p?c1=2&c2=6035250&cv=2.0&cj=1&cs_ucfr=0&comscorekw=Big+Bash+League%2CCricket%2CAustralia+sport%2CSport", "https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/ec5676943b65b344cefd5b83748a40fa9970b845/0_123_3000_1802/master/3000.jpg?width=465&dpr=1&s=none" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Guardian staff", "Australian Associated Press" ]	2016-01-24T00:00:00	Brisbane Heat batsman Chris Lynn has been named as the Big Bash League’s player of the tournament	en	https://assets.guim.co.u…e-touch-icon.svg	the Guardian	https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/jan/24/chris-lynn-named-big-bash-leagues-player-of-tournament	Brisbane Heat batsman Chris Lynn has been named as the Big Bash League’s player of the tournament. Lynn, who was the tournament’s highest run scorer of the regular season, polled 22 votes to finish ahead of a trio of Adelaide Strikers – spinner Adil Rashid (17 votes), Mahela Jayawardena (15) and Travis Head (14) – with Melbourne Renegades skipper Aaron Finch (12) fifth. Head won the BBL’s Young Gun award, for the best player aged under 25. Both officiating umpires in each match cast 3-2-1 votes for the awards, with Lynn rewarded for his consistent big-hitting – he smacked 27 sixes and 23 fours in the tournament. Lynn scored 378 runs off 218 balls with a highest score of 101.
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1010	dbpedia	2	26	https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/post	en	Franklin Road Academy	https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/themes/default_17/images/favicon.ico	https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/themes/default_17/images/favicon.ico	[ "https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/Home_Page/1.png", "https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/Headshots/New_2024-25_Headshots/Campbell,Betsey.jpg", "https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/Headshots/New_2024-25_Headshots/Catignani,Casey.jpg", "https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/uploaded/...	[]	[]	[ "Post", "Franklin Road Academy" ]	null	[]	2024-08-21T12:16:00-05:00	Post - Franklin Road Academy (FRA) is a private, college preparatory, co-educational, inclusive Christian school for students in grades Pre-K3-12.	en	/uploaded/themes/default_17/images/favicon.ico		https://www.franklinroadacademy.com/post	In the fall of 2023, Nashville Glasshaüs opened its doors. FRA alumnus Wyatt Maxwell '15 established a place where Nashvillians can grow, create, and dream. Wyatt is excited to tell the story of how his business began and how FRA has been instrumental in bringing this establishment to life. Glasshaüs offers a variety of unique experiences for everyone, including glass-blowing classes, event venue rentals, an art gallery, glassware for purchase, and even a coffee café. At the heart of Glasshaüs is a mission that mirrors FRA’s commitment to inclusiveness, inviting all to be a part of something special. Long-time mentor and former FRA faculty member Coach David Tucker and FRA alumnus Paul Nelson '88 have partnered with Wyatt, using their skills and passions to help Glasshaüs grow and become an integral part of Music City’s fabric. Read the open conversation among Wyatt, Paul, and David as they share God’s penmanship in shaping Glasshaüs’ story. WHAT IS THE ORIGIN STORY OF EACH OF YOU CREATING OR BECOMING A PART OF GLASSHAÜS? Wyatt Maxwell: Back in 7th and 8th grade at FRA, my focus was solely on sports. That changed when Coach Tucker encouraged me to explore art, shifting my trajectory. After FRA, I attended Centre College, where Paul Nelson, another pivotal figure in my journey, taught guest lessons in my classes. Paul was the connecting piece, deepening my engagement with the art world, particularly glasswork. I eventually transferred to Belmont University, pursuing a business degree while continuing my passion for art. Then, the idea struck me: why wasn't there any glass blowing in Nashville? It wasn't just about art but about infusing entertainment into the creative process. Dissatisfied with a job I wasn't passionate about, I embarked on the journey to bring this vision to life with unwavering support from my parents. The pivotal "who?" question led me back to Paul Nelson and Coach Tucker, reigniting our collaborative efforts. Inspired by both men in ways I couldn’t fully explain, I knew we could transform any space into a hub of creativity and community through our partnership. Paul Nelson: Performative art has always captivated me, and Nashville seemed like the perfect canvas to bring this vision to life. When Wyatt first approached me with the idea, I was immediately drawn back to Nashville, recognizing the incredible opportunity it presented. That's why I returned in 2021, eager to contribute to the city's vibrant arts scene and create something extraordinary. Rapid fundraising and meticulous research, spearheaded by Wyatt, fueled the momentum for this project. Recognizing Nashville's experiential essence and seizing an opportunity zone, Wyatt secured a prime location, capitalizing on the rising property values, including the development of the soccer stadium. David Tucker: Wyatt's timing was perfect when he presented the idea to me. I had just decided to retire from teaching and coaching at FRA. Together, we started small, creating just 60 coffee mugs for the coffee shop. Getting my hands back on the wheel again and creating felt invigorating. Teaching classes at FRA was not only about sharing skills but also a personal journey for me. After retiring, there were aspects of art I had yet to explore. Now, I can delve into those uncharted territories and having both Paul and Wyatt as former students adds another layer of significance. We all share a common history, and now we're embarking on this new chapter to establish a needed place in Nashville. HOW DO YOU SEE FRA CONNECTED TO THE NEW STORY UNFOLDING AT GLASSHAÜS? WM: Learning from Coach Tucker in sports and arts instilled in me the profound value of positively impacting the community. It's not just about optimizing a business; it's about uplifting people and helping them grow into their best versions. Our logo, a smile, symbolizes our mission: to impact each person who walks through our doors positively. We're constantly experimenting with new ideas to inspire and empower those who engage with our space. Located in a neighborhood, we prioritize the people more than anything else, signaling, "We are here, and we're here for you." With its steadfast foundation in a city constantly in flux, FRA is our example of being an anchor. We strive to mirror that adaptability, continually evolving to meet the needs of our community and the ever-changing landscape of Nashville. PN: God's hand has been evident in every step of this venture. Our roots at FRA, where God was central, have profoundly influenced our approach. When you enter our space, you'll feel His presence, unmistakably woven into the fabric of our environment. The mentorship and lessons learned from our time at FRA have been instrumental in shaping how we welcome those coming through our doors. Our logo, the smile, is a tangible representation of the joy and faith that underpins everything we do. It serves as a reminder of the positivity and hope we aim to spread to everyone interacting with us. DT: Since Wyatt first shared his vision for this space, he has intentionally brought Jesus into this business. Every person he hired has connections to a non-profit, Young Life, or his church. He allows churches to use this space for events and consistently says yes to the right opportunities. He listens to how God can use him, us, and this space. God is writing the story, and it’s evident in how the three of us have been brought together again to bring Him glory. WHAT ASPECTS OF GLASSHAÜS, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE, EXCITE YOU THE MOST? WM: The highlight for me has been witnessing the magic unfold in our classes. These moments are extraordinary, from families bonding over pottery to unforgettable birthday parties. It's heartwarming to see people returning repeatedly, drawn in by our unique experience. With the upcoming addition of ceramics, we're thrilled to bridge the gap between clay and glass, offering even more immersive experiences. People crave hands-on opportunities, and ceramics provide the perfect avenue for that. We're focused on optimizing our experiences to ensure we meet people where they are and nurture their attachment to our craft. Having another FRA alum, Matt Ward ‘16, join us to teach weekend classes adds another layer of authenticity and connection. Local involvement is at the heart of everything we do, making each interaction personal and meaningful. I am excited to see this commitment now and in years to come. PN: Being part of this new venture has been incredibly exciting and educational. We're continuously refining our business model, focusing on recruiting talented artists and providing them with a platform to display their work. It's not just about highlighting art; it's about involving the community in every step of the process. We're dedicated to featuring diverse productions, always keeping things fresh and captivating for the public. With over 30 years of experience, I feel honored to oversee the studio and collaborate with artists from all over, introducing the art of glass to Nashville in an entirely new light. The response has been phenomenal with returning buyers and customers who appreciate our unique experiences and pieces. We're beginning to attract glass enthusiasts who are discovering the beauty and craftsmanship of our pieces. Whether it's an intimate and personal experience or simply enjoying coffee while watching the artists at work, there's something here for everyone. We strive to create moments that resonate with our guests, whether locals or visitors passing through. DT: It's fascinating how life can sometimes lead us down unexpected paths. When I had the chance to try glass blowing, it was a completely new experience for me. I had no prior knowledge or idea about it, but I saw it as an incredible opportunity to learn new skills and expand my horizons. Paul and Wyatt have played a crucial role in my journey, transitioning from being my students to becoming my teachers. This has allowed me to carve out a space to freely create and delve into the artist I want to become, which has been invaluable. This journey has opened doors to new possibilities and allowed me to explore my passion for art in ways I never imagined possible. WYATT, WHAT EXCITES YOU THE MOST ABOUT THE FUTURE OF GLASSHAÜS? WM: It feels like we're building on a solid foundation. It's not just about the art; it's about creating a space where individuals can grow and connect personally. I'm eager to see how this community evolves and continues to inspire one another, always striving to welcome others in, just as FRA has done for Coach Tucker, Paul, and myself. CAN YOU SHARE WITH US HOW YOU'VE SEEN THE HEART AND MISSION BEHIND FRA MIRROR YOUR PERSONAL LIFE MISSION? Hal: It's been truly inspiring to witness how the mission of FRA aligns so closely with my own personal values and ethos in life. FRA is genuinely committed to making a positive impact, both within the school community and beyond its walls. One aspect that stands out to me is the Turner Fellows program. It's remarkable to see how this initiative has become deeply ingrained in FRA’s culture. The emphasis on leadership, service, and global awareness truly resonates with me. It's incredibly inspiring to watch members of the FRA community embrace this mindset and actively seek ways to make a difference in the world. WHAT IS A MANTRA YOU LIVE BY AND HOW DOES IT TIE INTO THE WORK YOU ARE DOING NOW AT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION? Hal: My personal North Star for the last 25 years has been about creating opportunities for others to live a hopeful and rewarding life. There's no greater satisfaction for me than knowing I've helped someone reach their full potential and experience greater happiness and fulfillment. At the Community Foundation, my personal mission is about connection – building relationships with people and places to foster genuine impact. I find immense fulfillment in forging meaningful relationships and leveraging them to make a positive difference in others' lives. I'm passionate about educating people on issues and communities they may not know about. The world is vast and filled with diverse experiences and perspectives; by expanding our knowledge and understanding, we can become more empathetic and effective agents of change. WHAT HAS BECOME IMPORTANT TO YOU SINCE STEPPING INTO YOUR POSITION AS CEO AT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION? Hal: I believe that one of the most powerful ways to awaken a sense of purpose in philanthropists is through conversations. By engaging in open and honest dialogues, we can help individuals articulate their values and passions, reflect on their legacy, and discover where their hearts truly lie. These conversations serve as a catalyst for developing a giving strategy that reflects not only their financial means but also their personal convictions and aspirations. It's important to recognize that philanthropy isn't solely about writing a check. While financial contributions are undoubtedly valuable, the thoughtfulness and attention behind those donations are what truly make a difference. Whether it's volunteering time, sharing expertise, or leveraging connections, there are countless ways to contribute meaningfully to the causes we care about. WHAT PERSONAL PASSIONS FOUND OR MOMENTS REMEMBERED FROM YOUR TIME AT FRA HAVE HELPED GUIDE YOU TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY? Hal: My personal passion has always been advocating for the underdog, those who often go unnoticed. This was sparked in fourth grade at FRA, during a visit to a retirement home. I was drawn to spending quiet time with an older woman who was alone rather than participating in group activities. Although I didn’t know it at the time, the seeds were planted that bloomed into a vocation focused not on standing in the spotlight but shining the spotlight on those that society would rather not see. This passion only grew stronger over the years. Aftercollege, I was drawn to volunteer work, particularly with Meals on Wheels. As I became more involved, I began recruiting friends and acquaintances to join me in making a difference. This grassroots effort eventually evolved into Hands On Nashville, officially starting in 1991. Looking back, I believe God ignites the fire within us. I know I was put on this earth to make things better, not for myself, but for others. GIVEN YOUR TIME IN LEADERSHIP ACROSS NASHVILLE, HOW HAVE YOU SEEN GENEROSITY IN NASHVILLE CHANGE? Hal: Nashville has always had a generous spirit, but the approach to giving has evolved. Previously, it was more about meeting obligations or succumbing to social pressure rather than strategically investing in passions. However, in recent years, I've observed a shift towards a more intentional and thoughtful approach to philanthropy. There's now a growing conversation and curiosity surrounding the act of giving that wasn’t around before. Giving circles, for instance, have emerged as a platform for individuals to come together, learn from one another, and collectively support causes they are passionate about. People are asking more questions, seeking to understand the impact of their contributions and how they can make a meaningful difference. SO, WHEN DID THIS SHIFT OCCUR AND WHY? Hal: I believe it's a combination of factors. First, there's the reality that we can’t rely solely on the government to solve all societal problems. Philanthropists are stepping forward, challenging the norms, and leveraging their resources and influence to enact positive change in their communities. Curiosity holds significant power. As people become more curious about their community challenges, they feel empowered to act and make a difference. This curiosity often leads to students immersing themselves, actively engaging, and understanding the needs of those around them. By getting closer to these issues, individuals are better equipped to address them effectively and create lasting change. I’m encouraged by the increased involvement of younger generations involved in philanthropy, as they ask questions and engage actively. In Nashville, people are seeking hope and purpose, and many find it within the non-profit sector. WHAT PROGRAMS, TEACHERS, OR MEMORIES HAVE HELPED GUIDE YOUR CAREER JOURNEY? Hal: During my time at FRA, I was surrounded by remarkable mentors and role models like Carole Pieratt, Brenda Gideon, Coach Zab, and Sissy Wade. Coach Zab particularly stands out in my memory as someone who truly honored and celebrated who I was in high school. Sissy Wade was also pivotal in encouraging and helping me believe in myself. That sense of inclusivity and acceptance has stayed with me throughout my career, shaping how I approach my work every day. The spring musicals at FRA were also incredibly special. Despite our differences in interests, whether we were the quietest students, academic achievers, or star athletes, we all united to create something magical behind the scenes. It wasn't just about putting on a play; it was about the camaraderie and sense of belonging that came from collaborating for a common purpose. This ethos of collaboration and inclusivity is a guiding principle in all my endeavors today. Everyone possesses unique strengths, and by recognizing and celebrating each individual’s gifts, we can cultivate a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone. Whether through mentorship, volunteering, or simply offering a helping hand, I'm committed to touching as many lives as possible and making a positive impact wherever I go.
1010	dbpedia	2	30	https://sciton.com/blog-2023-year-in-review-a-recap-of-scitons-greatest-wins/	en	2023 Year in Review: A Recap of Sciton’s Greatest Wins	https://sciton.com/wp-co…w-blog-cover.png	https://sciton.com/wp-co…w-blog-cover.png	[ "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Sciton-Logo.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Vector.png", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Location-Pin.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/United-States.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jap...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Nancy Salim" ]	2024-01-03T17:35:17+00:00	Jan 3, 2024—As we step into 2024, let’s hit rewind and revisit some of our…	en	https://sciton.com/wp-co…icon-1-32x32.png	Sciton	https://sciton.com/blog-2023-year-in-review-a-recap-of-scitons-greatest-wins/	Jan 3, 2024—As we step into 2024, let’s hit rewind and revisit some of our favorite wins from 2023. Grab your favorite drink and some popcorn, and let’s ride down memory lane with the best bits from the past year. Experience the highlights—watch our 2023 recap video. mJOULE™ 1064: Unveiling Our Advanced Vascular Platform Sciton rolled out its brand-new platform, the mJOULE 1064, in September, and it’s a game changer for skin revitalization and vascular treatments. Whether you’re a medical practice offering aesthetic services, or if you already own a Sciton platform, adding a vascular platform like Sciton’s mJOULE, now with reengineered ClearV®, ClearSilk®, and the exclusive 532+™ BBL® filter, can help you gain a competitive edge in today’s market. The mJOULE 1064 is the go-to solution for treating nearly every vascular skin concern with ease and efficacy. It boasts popular skin revitalization, photofacial, and prejuvenation consumer brands, such as ClearSilk, MOXI™, and BBL® HERO™—quick, no-downtime procedures suitable for all ages and most skin types. Curious what mJOULE 1064 can offer your practice? Dive into the details here. Ready to take the next step? Connect with a local sales expert and learn how Sciton’s technology can transform your practice. Events At a Glance: Rockstar Experience, Tradeshows & Training Picture this: top-notch educational content from the most brilliant minds in laser medicine, beats spun by the famous DJ RIPM, an interactive wall where event memories are shared, and Plinko, a playful nod to “The Price is Right,” for an extra dose of fun and excitement. Add to that a networking reception with the opportunity to connect with the leading minds in laser medicine and the business of beauty. That’s what guests experienced at Sciton’s Rockstar Experience, a live two-day global event spanning multiple cities from Brisbane to New York City. Guests were immersed in the latest aesthetic trends and treatments from the best minds in laser medicine. Every Rockstar event was an experience that left a lasting impression. “We have 13 of the best minds, 13 speakers in the Rockstar experience, and they put forward so much content. The best way to help people learn and absorb all of that is to make it fun. Our premier goal is to put together the best live educational experience in the industry,” says Robbie Brindley, Sciton’s Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing. The 2023 Rockstar speaker roster featured acclaimed luminaries in the world of aesthetics, such as Dr. Chris Robb, MD, Ph.D., a dermatologist in Nashville, TN; Dr. Sherrif Ibrahim, MD, Ph.D., a dermatologist in Rochester, NY; Lourette Du Toit, CEO, and owner of Dermatology skin care clinics in South Africa, and many others. Hold onto your hats because Sciton is gearing up for something massive in 2024! Brace yourselves for the big reveal—coming soon. Tradeshows This year, Sciton made guest appearances at more than 60 domestic and international tradeshows. From The Medical Spa Show in Miami, FL, to the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery in Phoenix, AZ, to the IMCAS World Congress in Paris—we made our mark. But there’s more. We also hosted numerous regional seminars, supper clubs, LZR lab workshops, and clinical master academy workshops with renowned clinicians, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and Sciton’s nurse educators. Attendees delved into the latest Sciton technology, explored synergistic treatment combinations, known as ScitonStaX™, and uncovered the secrets to successfully integrating Sciton technology into their practices, boosting ROI and elevating patient outcomes. Eager to be part of the action? Learn more and register for Sciton’s upcoming events by clicking here. Clinical training With more than 100 years of combined experience, Sciton’s clinical educators delivered over 1,200 clinical trainings worldwide to our valued customers in 2023. Interested in specialized clinical training for your team? Visit our website to make a request. 2023 events & training snapshot: 1200+ Clinical Trainings 64 Seminars, Supper Clubs & Workshops 60+ Tradeshows 11 LZR Lab Clinical Workshops 17 Sciton Rockstar Experience Events Worldwide Watch the Premier of Season 3 of Sciton’s Original Series, LaserChat LaserChat is back! Sciton’s original series made a grand return with Season 3 this year, where renowned clinicians and laser professionals revealed their strategies and techniques for tackling diverse skin concerns with Sciton’s award-winning laser and light-powered technology. In this season, viewers dived into the world of pulsed light treatments with Sciton’s BBL® HERO™, delved into fractional laser resurfacing with the HALO® laser, uncovered the transformative effects of fractionated erbium technology using ProFractional™, and more! For a sneak peek into seasons past, catch the highlights here. Want a quick rundown of each episode with accompanying video content? Check out our blog. Ready to dive into season 3? Head to Sciton’s YouTube channel for the latest episodes. Access Nearly 800 Hours of Educational Webinars on Demand At Sciton, we’re dedicated to providing our customers with the best educational content in the industry to empower them to reach their goals. In 2023, Sciton hosted ten webinars featuring a stellar lineup of renowned Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and clinicians. The experts included Dr. Chris Robb, MD, Ph.D., Ryann Lavenia, NP, CRNA, Dr. Antonio Campo Voegeli, Dr. Karan Lal, DO, FAAD, and Dr. Sherrif Ibrahim, MD, Ph.D., among others. The engagement from registrants and participants hit an all-time high, with Sciton’s Skin of Color webinar attracting nearly 2000 registrants. In case you missed any, here’s a list of webinars for you to catch up on: Discover the Dynamic Treatment Duo: BBL® HERO™ and Moxi™ Sciton’s Winning Trio Sciton STAX™, Combination Treatments for Winning Results Treat Skin Of Color With Confidence Concierge Connect Product Introduction mJOULE 1064 Vascular Cases Panel Discussion Business Integration of ClearV Business Integration of ClearSilk Enhance Your Practice’s ROI and Patient Satisfaction with MOXI™ and HALO® Skin Resurfacing Treatments Spring into Action with Sciton’s Blog Revival As the Spring of 2023 blossomed, Sciton’s blog bloomed with a fresh start. The blog is packed with in-depth articles for professionals in the aesthetics industry. Explore practical tips and gain insights into Sciton’s cutting-edge technology with our lineup of blog posts from 2023: 5 Reasons To Elevate Your Business With Sciton’s Award-Winning HALO® Laser Healthy Skin Is In: How To Meet The Booming Demand For Prejuvenation Treatments With The MOXI™ Laser Part I: 10 Tips To Build a Thriving Aesthetic Practice With Sciton’s Resurfacing Lasers Part II: 10 Tips To Build a Thriving Aesthetic Practice With Sciton’s Resurfacing Lasers Grow a Profitable Laser Hair Removal Business With Sciton’s BARE HR™ Platform 10 Things You Need To Know Before Purchasing From a Medical Aesthetics Device Company MOXI™ & Microneedling: Stacked Treatments Are The ‘Future of Aesthetics’ Debunking 5 Common Myths About Treating Skin Of Color With Lasers Sciton’s BroadBand Light (BBL®) Technology Is Revolutionizing The Future Of IPL The Art Of Stacking: How To Achieve Remarkable Patient Outcomes & Increase Revenue With ScitonStaX™ The Grand Reveal: Unveiling Sciton’s Reimagined mJOULE™ Vascular Platform Robbie Brindley On Why ‘Sciton Owns Skin’ How to Convert Prospects into Patients with Captivating Before & After Images Unlock Huge Tax Benefits with Section 179: Upgrade with a New Sciton Device and Save by Dec. 31 Sciton’s LaserChat Series: Top Clinicians Reveal Insider Tips, Tricks & Treatment Techniques Keep an eye out for more valuable content, including webinars, blogs, and more in 2024! Making a Difference with Sciton Cares Sciton Cares, a global initiative in partnership with physicians worldwide, was introduced to support low-income patients affected by vascular skin lesions or hypertrophic scars caused by burns or trauma. For vascular lesions, Sciton has partnered with Karen Ball, President and CEO of the Sturge Weber Foundation, and Dr. Linda Rozell-Shannon, Ph.D., President and Founder of the Vascular Birthmark Foundation. These incredible organizations will facilitate connections with patients in need. The program is set to extend its reach to Australia, Canada, Chile, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, South Africa, and the United States. Cultivating Culture: Culture Task Force, Fundraisers & Beyond At Sciton, we believe in cultivating a strong sense of community and nurturing personal and professional growth. Our Culture Task Force (CTF) program, comprised of a weekly company-wide meeting and other initiatives, serves as a cornerstone for instilling and maintaining the Sciton culture. Sciton’s CTF program included a 3-month wellness challenge this year to promote holistic well-being across the company. Nearly 100 participants joined the challenge and achieved these impressive accomplishments: 195 Fitness Classes Attended 68 Miles Ran 10,819,227 Steps Walked Here’s a snapshot of other exciting initiatives that showcase Sciton’s commitment to social responsibility and employee enrichment: Backpack & School Supply Fundraiser: Donated over 100 backpacks filled with supplies to Family Giving Tree, supporting local families and children in need. Breast Cancer Fundraiser: Contributed $5725 to Young Survival Coalition and organized a global PINK OUT day, with employees worldwide participating to show solidarity and support. Toy Drive: Collected and delivered over 300 toys to Toys for Tots. Holiday Boxes: Sent special holiday boxes to all employees to spread festive cheer. All We Do is Win, Win, Win! Celebrating Sciton’s Consumer Brands Sciton is proud to share the accolades garnered by its treatment brands throughout 2023. Here’s a rundown of awards and recognitions: HALO by Sciton Named ‘Best Multitasking Laser’ By New Beauty Magazine BBL HERO and MOXI Awarded 2023 Good HouseKeeping Award for Best ‘Rejuvenating Pro Treatment’ MOXI Wins Cosmopolitan’s Holy Grail Acne Award for Best Pro Treatment for Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation Cosmopolitan Announces BBL HERO As ‘Best Photofacial’ Winner in 2023 Holy Grail Beauty Awards Boosted Brand Recognition Thanks to These Celebrity Glow-Ups Celebrities and beauty influencers love our treatments! From Mike “The Situation” to Lauren Lane, here’s a list of the 2023 celebrities who’ve received Sciton treatments and loved their results: Mike and Lauren Sorrentino: American TV personalities Treatment: HALO @Mikethesituation: 3.4M Instagram followers @Lauren_sorrentino: 1.6M Instagram followers Sarah Rafferty: American actress Treatment: BBL HERO @Iamsarahgrafferty: 2.4M Instagram followers Inanna Sarkis: Canadian actress Treatment: BroadBand light (BBL®) @Inanna: 17.9M Instagram followers Gracie Dzienny: American actress Treatment: BBL HERO AND MOXI @Iamgraciedzienny: 187K Instagram followers Lauren Lane: Influencer, American TV personality Treatment: MOXI @Laurenlane: 1.5M Instagram followers Hannah Ann Sluss: Influencer, American TV personality Treatment: MOXI @Hannahann: 1.2M Instagram followers Sommer Ray: Bodybuilder and influencer Treatment: MOXI @Sommerray: 25M Instagram followers Nicole Keshishian Modic: Cookbook author and lifestyle blogger Treatment: MOXI @KaleJunkie®: 1.4M Instagram followers Get Ready for Our Best Year Yet in 2024 We hope you enjoyed our recap of 2023’s wins. Buckle up for the ride because we’re gearing up for an incredible year ahead and eagerly anticipating what 2024 has in store for us! Stay connected with us:
1010	dbpedia	3	9	https://pickandroll.com.au/p/heres-why-duop-reaths-euroleague	en	Here's why Duop Reath's EuroLeague debut is one to watch out for	https://substackcdn.com/…b_5000x3542.jpeg	https://substackcdn.com/…b_5000x3542.jpeg	[ "https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_96,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-437e-9518-adb32be77984.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2d719180-4948-4a7d-947f-0e2cee135103_1280x1280.png", "https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_120,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_...	[ "https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/aX8QG5K7TMI?rel=0&autoplay=0&showinfo=0&enablejsapi=0", "https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/FEkpIgrebBU?rel=0&autoplay=0&showinfo=0&enablejsapi=0", "https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/rWfypwqKooc?rel=0&autoplay=0&showinfo=0&enablejsapi=0", "https://www.youtube-n...	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Daniel Lo Surdo" ]	2020-10-01T22:00:33+00:00	Before Reath's EuroLeague debut in Istanbul this weekend, we preview what will be a watershed moment for the South Sudanese Australian.	en	https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-437e-9518-adb32be77984.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3a2159de-694b-424d-bf06-6b9f1f14b3ec%2Ffavicon.ico		https://pickandroll.com.au/p/heres-why-duop-reaths-euroleague	Duop Reath will embark on his first EuroLeague campaign early on Saturday morning (3:45 AEST) with Serbian powerhouse KK Crvena Zvezda (Red Star) against Turkish side Fenerbahce at the Ulker Sports Arena in Istanbul. Earning his spot on the continent’s highest stage after two impressive seasons with Belgrade neighbours FMP, Reath stands as the sole Australian man on the EuroLeague stage this season after fellow countrymen Brock Motum and Jock Landale moved on from continental sides Valencia and Zalgiris, respectively. Before Reath’s first appearance on the highest European stage, we prepare you for what promises to be an enormous moment in the 24-year-old’s career. A colossal matchup A matchup against reigning EuroLeague MVP Jan Vesely awaits Duop Reath on the Bosphorus Strait. Since arriving in Istanbul after a three year NBA stint, the Czech Jet has announced himself as one of the continent’s true elite, earning All-EuroLeague First Team honours in 2016, 2018 and 2019, while taking out the competition in 2017. The 30-year-old talisman has thrived as the focal point of Fenerbahce’s offence, where his craftiness and basketball IQ has seen him excel in both half court actions and the open floor. While projected starting centre Ognjen Kuzmic will begin the clash on Vesely, Reath’s athleticism and energy promise to make the NBA lottery pick earn every point. Vesely (#24) enjoys playing in the open court, where his quickness often results in uncontested dunks that frustrate opposition centres unable to match the pace of their defensive assignment. If called upon, Reath can offer a unique coverage of Vesely that could limit Fenerbahce’s dominance on the fast break. Reath’s speed and lateral quickness as a 6’11” centre promises to mitigate his opponent’s success in transition, as he will be able to clog the defensive paint to alter shots or be able to block attempts from smaller opponents funnelled into the paint in semi-transition to begin Red Star’s counterattack. In the half court, Vesely receives the majority of his touches either in the paint or at the top of the key where his handle and strength against mismatches often has devastating effects for the opposition. It is more than likely that Red Star will elect to ‘ice’ the ball screen in pick and roll actions involving Vesely, where the on-ball defender will force his opponent away from the screen and towards the sideline, a similar coverage that CSKA Moscow used in the clip above. The success of this defensive scheme is largely predicated on the screening defender’s lateral quickness and positioning, as getting caught between a blitz and drop coverage (see above clip) will allow the offence time and space to develop quality shots. Reath presents an ideal skillset for this pick and roll coverage, as his club will be hoping his agility and defensive versatility will force Fenerbahce to progress to alternative looks that will keep the ball out of Vesely’s hands. While the 12-time Turkish Champions may attempt to keep Reath away from their lethal two-man game, it is as a weakside help defender where the fringe Boomer causes the most disruption at the rim. During last season’s campaign with FMP, ABA League coaches typically ran their pick and roll actions with Reath’s defender in the weakside corner to exploit poorer defenders. If Fenerbahce implements similar tactics on Saturday morning, Reath will be poised to either alter or reject shots at the rim, where he can to return to the 1.7 blocks an outing registered in his first year in ABA competition (2018/19). Notice in the clip below, Reath cancels Slovenian side Koper Primorska’s initial pick and roll action with an aggressive hedge to force the ball back to the middle before he then blocks the opposing guard at the rim through a strong weakside read. A chance to prove his value on the highest stage In his first year with the Crveno-beli, Reath will be battling against Kuzmic and Emanuel Terry for the bulk of minutes at the five in Belgrade. After winning respective NBA and EuroLeague championships with the Golden State Warriors and Real Madrid, Kuzmic is widely projected to occupy the starting role to begin the side’s campaign on the continent, leaving Reath and former Miami Heat five Terry to fight for time off the bench. As a 43.4 per cent three-point shooter, Reath can offer Coach Saša Obradović a fast-paced brand of basketball with the Perth native at centre. While starring for FMP in the 2019/20 season, Reath’s rim protection combined with his formidable athleticism allowed his side to develop a strong transition offence. In the open court after a defensive stop, his ability and willingness to rim run saw the Australian catching alley-oops for his teammates, capitalising upon mismatches in the post against sides unorganised in transition, or receiving outlet passes from the backcourt to finish in an uncontested paint. While Reath has all the offensive tools to shine on the continent’s highest stage, it will be defensively where the Australian can cement his place in Red Star’s rotation. He can be used as a defensive fulcrum against sides implementing five out motion offences, where his lateral quickness as a seven-footer can nullify any mismatches that may be created without compromising the side’s rim protection without a traditional centre in the unit. If Reath can prove that he can fill this ‘small ball’ role for Obradovic, the LSU alum will be primed for a strong career in the Serbian capital. In a star-studded lineup boasting 2016 EuroLeague MVP Nando de Colo and Vesely, Reath’s first introduction to the continent’s elite will be anything but simple. Fenerbahce plays a smothering brand of defence, where they prey on deflections and turnovers to capitalise on an open court where their stars enjoy uncontested baskets at the rim. With Reath’s athleticism and speed, a genuine opportunity for extended minutes beckons against the ‘Run and Gun’ style of Fenerbahce basketball. Inserted as a small ball centre matched up against either Vesely or Trinidadian Johnny Hamilton, Reath will typically be positioned either in a dunker’s spot or on the perimeter in Red Star’s half court offence. From these areas of the court, Reath will be crucial to stopping either the outlet pass that will start Fenerbahce’s fast break or the easy baskets of the Efsane at the rim, as Reath’s speed in transition will allow shot contests in the painted area to nullify what is an integral part of his opponent’s offence. In Red Star’s offensive system, Reath has a chance to shine against a Fenerbahce front court questionable on the defensive glass. Anchored by Vesely at centre, Fenerbahce registered the third-worst defensive rebounding rating (21.11 a game) across last season’s EuroLeague competition. While the Istanbul-based side has brought in German forward Danilo Barthel to strengthen their physicality in the key, Fenerbahce’s tendency to concede second-chance points presents a perfect opportunity for Reath to provide his side with extra shots or even make a highlight play for himself. In last year’s EuroLeague campaign, Red Star found considerable success in their ‘five out’ motion offence, where they manipulated the defence’s man-to-man coverages to create quality shots out of their two-man game. At the five, Reath will be tasked with finishing around the rim when his defender blitzes the ball handler or will be afforded looks to continue his hot shooting form while slipping or fading out of ball screens. Reath’s capability from the perimeter will strengthen the potency of his new club’s offence, as his sharpshooting exploits will create driving and cutting lanes for the American backcourt of Langston Hall and Jordan Loyd to exploit in a deserted painted area. A landmark occasion for the South Sudanese-Australian basketball community A new chapter in Reath’s career will begin Saturday morning, where he will be competing every week in the second-best league in the world. And the journey that Reath has endured to reach this stage makes this achievement all the more impressive. Reath was born in the village of Waat in the Nyirol County of what is now South Sudan. He fled his home at the age of nine after the Sudanese civil war broke out, landing in Brisbane before settling in Perth with his family. After initially picking up a basketball in the northern suburbs of Perth as a teenager, Reath left his home in Girrawheen to forge a collegiate career, initially at Lee Community College in Texas before rising to NCAA Division I basketball at LSU, averaging 12.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1 block an outing in the 2017/18 season, his senior year. Reath’s debut in the European top-flight signals another significant occasion for the South Sudanese basketball revolution in Australia. Reath will join the likes of Thon Maker and Mangok Mathiang as war refugees now plying their trade at the highest levels of their profession, displaying to the rest of the world the immense cultural diversity and multiculturalism celebrated in modern Australia. While Reath continues to develop his craft in Belgrade, it looks that his European adventure is only just starting to take form and that the challenges that he has been forced to overcome in the first 24 years of his life will only strengthen what promises to be a fruitful career. Duop Reath’s debut can be viewed on EuroLeague TV. Tipoff is scheduled for 3:45 am (AEST) on Saturday the 3rd of October.
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1010	dbpedia	0	2	https://germanhoops.com/2019/09/03/the-fraport-skyliners-celebrate-20-years-of-existence-in-style-and-with-big-love/	en	The Fraport Skyliners Celebrate 20 Years Of Existence In Style And With Big Love	https://germanhoops.com/…perfect-3343.jpg	https://germanhoops.com/…perfect-3343.jpg	[ "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/picture-perfect-3343.jpg?w=1024", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/picture-perfect-3317.jpg?w=1024", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/picture-perfect-3322.jpg?w=1024", "https://germanhoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/...	[ "https://www.youtube.com/embed/HXeqzADja5A?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" ]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Miles Schmidt-Scheuber" ]	2019-09-03T00:00:00	When looking at the rich history of the Fraport Skyliners, there is much to look back on in their 20 year history to smile about. They have won three professional titles with the 2000 BBL cup under head coach Stefan Koch and the 2004 BBL title and 2016 Fiba Europe cup under Gordon Herbert. That…	en	https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/11ccb2882a4b5e94bd7395da8984cdd64287f539560a1c579fd2931b0ea2456e?s=32	German Hoops	https://germanhoops.com/2019/09/03/the-fraport-skyliners-celebrate-20-years-of-existence-in-style-and-with-big-love/	When looking at the rich history of the Fraport Skyliners, there is much to look back on in their 20 year history to smile about. They have won three professional titles with the 2000 BBL cup under head coach Stefan Koch and the 2004 BBL title and 2016 Fiba Europe cup under Gordon Herbert. That they belong to the top BBL teams with having the best youth program and development is no secret as over the last 5-7 years guys like Euroleague players Johannes Voigtmann and Danilo Barthel have matured to vital German national players and Isaac Bonga is an NBA player with the Washington Wizards. The organization continues to make huge strides in their ambitions for young player development and recently won the U-14 club title with a certain young man by the name of Joshua Bonga who led the charge. The club also have celebrated other wonderful memories like winning a breathtaking 5 game semi -final playoff series against the Bayer Giants Leverkusen in 2008 where ex Skyliner Tyrone Mccoy missed the last shot or the bitter 5 game finals loss to Bamberg in 2005 and 2010. The club also has witnessed amazing buzzer beaters like the Eric Chadfield three point bomb in the first game of the 2006-2007 season where the American ruined top coach Mike Taylor´s BBL coaching debut, the beautiful Justin Gray jumper in 2011 that beat Wurzburg, tee 2014 buzzer beater by Kevin Bright in Vechta or the game winner in Tuebingen by AJ English in 2016. A few more club highlights was Jacon Burtschi´s club record 10 three pointers against Bremerhaven in 2015 as well as a few memorable crushing dunk from ex NBA player Roger Powell in Artland in 2010 or Danilo Barthel´s poster dunk over Patrick Ewing Jr in 2012 where he proved that white men can truly jump. It has been so many beautiful memories of the Skyliners in their 20 year history that it had to be celebrated in a grand style. On Saturday August 31th the Fraport Skyliners invited fans and anyone who wanted to experience a great party as well as trying to infect new fans with various festivities in the city. The festivities for a smorgasbord program of basketball began at midday at the harbor park in the east part of the city Frankfurt which would go until early in the evening. Here fans could enjoy conversations with other basketball fanatics with the various food trucks, seeing 3 on 3 games at the various basketball courts as well as a three point contest. The club wanted to not only give fans something to celebrate about all day, but also give people in the city the opportunity to experience this special basketball culture in various known places in the city. For example one could party at the old Opera house from 12-6.00pm where music was the focus and the new Skyliner song “Big Love” was unveiled from singer Lu-Key as well as getting one of many team presentations lined up for the day. One could also get a dose of Skyliner nation at the Main river downtown where the official Skyliner 3X3 basketball tournament was played for the kids from the years 2002-2006 Right in the heart of down town at the Ross Market, one could witness basketball and graffiti art as well as shooting contests. Last but not least was a special reception at the Romer for the Skyliner delegation and fans were awarded mini basketballs and T-shirts from 5.45 to 6.15 at the old opera place. After that everyone was greeted back at the harbor park where the 20 year celebration was continued where everyone could gather and talk basketball and meet current and ex Skyliner players. I didn´t start my day like the hard core fans at mid day, but joined the Skyliner festivities around 4.45 at the old Opera(Alte Oper) area where there was a stage and some acts playing as well as a basketball court where some 3 against 3 games were taking place among the young basketball players of tomorrow. Fans also lined up to get their commemorative 20 year anniversary t-shirts “Big Love” and a mini basketball. At 5,30 the fans marched over to the Romer which is one of the most beautiful places in Frankfurt where the architecture is still very old. It is also where the town hall is which is also known for being the place where in the past the German football national teams of 1974 and 1990 gathered to celebrate their World Cup titles as well as city club Eintracht Frankfurt. Here fans witnessed the new 2019-2020 team come out of the town Hall followed with ex players and the VIP guests as they took a short walk down to the Main river where they embarked on a short boat ride over to the harbor park area for the last part of the festivities. It was during this time where you could see exactly which of the former players had made the trip back to Frankfurt. It was nice to see the club´s first head coach Stefan Koch who had helped lead the first season´s team to the 2000 cup victory. It was also nice to see other guys like Bernd Kruel, ex NBA player Mario Kasun, Carlos Andrade, Miro Todic, Ibrahim Diarra, Dominik Bahiense De Mello, Mladen Sljivancanin, Robert Maras, Juka Matinen Marius Nolte, and Tyrone Mccoy. It was really a shame that there weren´t any other Americans there. I had spoken to Jacob Burtschi some days before and he really would have liked to have come, but his fiancé is expecting their first child so it was logical that he had other priorities. Another guy I would have liked to have seen was Ilian Evtimov, but he also was unavailable to attend. The first ever Skyliner identity figure Pascal Roller also wasn´t in attendance which also was a shame. One thing that I was really looking forward to was meeting some of the old players again and seeing how they were doing and to see how much they had changed. At the Romer I saw Carlos Andrade who had played in Frankfurt in the 2005-2006 season and celebrated his 40th birthday last year. He went on to have a very long fruitful career playing two seasons in Spain including a season in the best league in Europe ACB with Bruesa-Guipuzcoa BC and then concentrated on playing in his homeland where he played with the countries two best known clubs with Sport Lisboa Benfica for 6 years and with FC Porto Ferpinta for three years. He would win 8 Super Cups in his country. He retired last year and lives in Portugal, but is in Frankfurt frequently to visit his two kids. Then I bumped into Miro Todic who also has his place in Skyliner history as in 2005 as a 19 year old hit the game winning basket in a Euroleague victory against powerhouse team Panathinaikos Athens. The Serb is only 34 years of age and still playing. Last season he played with Al Sadd Sports Club Doha (Qatar-D1) and has seen many arenas in Europe as after Frankfurt he played 6 seasons in Greece, but also played in countries like Cyprus, Italy, Turkey, France, Sweden, Ukraine, Romania and Portugal where he was teammates with Andrade in his last season. I also spoke with Ibraham Diara who had played in Frankfurt for five seasons starting in the 2001-2002 season and then again from 2003-2007 helping win the 2004 BBL title and then retiring in 2007. The Swedish forward had gotten an early love for fashion in Frankfurt and started a label and today he is living in Berlin and working in fashion. The fourth guy in the lot was Dominik Bahiense De Mello who played with the Skyliners from 2005 to 2011 and reached the BBL final in 2010. He was a player that really saw a lot of the club´s high´s and low´s during his tenure. He was a very talented player that never really could make that total break out in Frankfurt. He would play three more years in Oldenburg and finished with BG Goettingen retiring at age 30. After seeing these guys, I departed over to thee harbor park for the finale. At the harbour park, the club was welcomed again to the fans on a stage and then the evening wound down with a buffet and dancing. I grabbed new Skyliner Matt Mcquaid as I needed some quotes for an article I was writing on him. I told him I had waited 5 hours to talk to his ex coach at Michigan State Tom Izzo on Friday and still not gotten a hold of him and it didn´t surprise him that it was difficult to catch his ex coach. Then I was able to talk to a few more of the former players as well as with some of the current players. I had a little chat with ex NBA player Mario Kasun. He is a guy I didn´t really realize at first in 2004 when I started to follow German basketball as my desire to converse and have dealings with Americans was how I worked. Back in the title season, the trio of Chris Williams, Tyrone Ellis and assistant coach Simon Cote had my attention. But as Kasun made the jump to the NBA, I became more aware of him. He ended up playing only two seasons in the NBA playing 73 games for the Orlando Magic. He then would continue to have a very long and successful career playing with FC Barcelona, Efes Pilsen, KK Zagreb Croatia Osiguranje and Montepaschi Siena. He would play a total of 63 Euroleague games. He went on to win 7 titles in 5 countries. He actually retired 5 years ago, but looked like he could battle anyone on the court today. I interviewed him back in 2009 when he was with KK Zagreb playing an exhibition game in Frankfurt and a few more times later on. Then I spoke to Marius Nolte who was a fan favorite in his time in Frankfurt from 2009-2016. He had played many years in his home town Paderborn and finished his career in Frankfurt. He wasn´t the most talented, but always played hard and with a big heart. He was the kind of player that every team should have, but rarely get. He worked a few years after in the organization and now works for an IT company. Then I bumped into new Skyliner Adam Walekowski who signed a day before the party. He had a huge smile on his face as one easily noticed he was more than thankful to not only still be playing at age 36, but that he was a member of the Fraport Skyliners. When new head coach Sebastian Gleim strolled by, I congratulated him for the important signing. I mentioned that Adam had told me about a month ago that he was in talks with the team and that I was happy that it fell through at the end. Gleim than said oh you know each other. And Waleskowski beamed since 10 years. The Fraport Skyliners couldn´t have picked up a better character guy than Waleskowski. He is a guy that has had some great moments in his career, but also very tough moments, but he definitely is ready for the new challenge in Frankfurt. Another ex player I chatted with was Bernd Kruel. He had a long career as well and there are few players that can boast having played until they were 40. He was in the right place at the right time in 2004 as he came to Frankfurt in January as his Hagen team folded and was German champion 5 months later. He played two and a half seasons in Frankfurt, but will remain a legend with Hagen fans as he played 16 seasons there first with Brandt Hagen and later with Phoenix Hagen. He also played two seasons with the Telekom Baskets Bonn and ended his career with the Rhein Stars Koeln. Today he is working in the Phoenix Hagen organization. What I will never forget about him was his dry sense of humor. In his stay in Frankfurt we started our conversations with “Mahlzeit” which would continue until the end of his career. The reason for this was when he was in Frankfurt, I would always catch the Skyliner players after games for game quotes as they went from the dressing room to the VIP room to eat. In Germany when it´s time to eat, you say “Mahlzeit”. Funny though for the first time ever maybe, neither one of us said “Mahlzeit” at the 20 year anniversary. Another player I had immense joy in seeing was Serb Mladen Sljivancanin. He played one and a half seasons with Frankfurt totaling 46 BBL games and 13 Euroleaguee games. He would never admit it in Skyliner country, but his leaving in February 2006 was a blessing in disguise as a few months later he was German BBL champion with Rhein Energie Cologne and the next year he won the cup title with the team. After Frankfurt he would play in countries like Romania, Croatia and Russia, but retired very young at age 29. He had his beautiful family with him and boasted that maybe one day I will write something about his son. I then bumped into this bearded giant who really hadn´t changed so much except for a few more pounds. The big man Robert Maras greeted me with Legend. Getting a reception like that isn´t so usual for me and it surprised me a bit, because I can´t really remember having much to do with him over the years as I don´t even think he is even in my collection of 1200 plus interviews, but I would have to check. I guess some of my work over the years must of reached him in some way at Eurobasket.com. I saw him play early in my career, but moreover after he was in Frankfurt. During the title run in 2004, He also was under my radar because he was a German player. I saw him play later from 2006-2011 when he played with Giessen and FC Bayern Munich. He had a stellar career winning titles with Alba Berlin and FC Bayern Munich, was a two time BBL allstar and won a Bronze medal at the 2002 World Championships in Indianapolis and a Silver medal in 2005 at the European championships with Germany and Dirk Nowitzki in Belgrade. I finished the evening talking with Tyron Mccoy. He is a guy that played very early in his career with Frankfurt in 2001 after tearing up the league in scoring with Lich. After Frankfurt he would continue to be a top player with thee EWE Baskts Oldenburg. I saw his last game and last shot in 2008 in Leverkusen. It was game 5 of the semi-finals playoffs and Frankfurt won a exciting nail bitter. Mccoy took the last shot. He saw me a video of that last play that someone had sent him recently. He believes that he was fouled on the last play. We talked basketball and he was beaming about their new starting point guard Kilian Hayes who is a projected NBA first round pick. All in all it was a great event put on by the Fraport Skyliners. Their event motto “Big Love” fit perfectly to the day. One could feel that gigantic family feeling among everybody in attendance especially the players who were glad to be back. Below I have a collection of quotes from the player guests. Miro Todic It is amazing to be back. The first time that they called me for the 10 year anniversary party, I was in Greece, but this time I could make it .It is great to be here and see my old teammates and fans. I haven´t seen anybody from my teammates for more than 10 years. My biggest moment was hitting the winning shot against Euroleague team Panathinaikos. I have the video. I remember everything from that game. It was my greatest game in my career. Ibrahim Diarra It means a lot for me to back and see my ex teammates and the fans. It´s funny. When I see all these guys, it really doesn´t seem like such a long time since I saw them, but it is. I think that shows how tight knit we all were then and that we did something special. Obviously my biggest moment was winning the title in 2004, but it wasn´t only that. The travel, playing Euroleague and being around my teammates was special. There were so many great moments. Winning the title was an amazing thing. I remember that we worked so hard to win in 2004. It was nice seeing how much we were appreciated. I am happy that the fans still remember it. Mario Kasun It is amazing to be back. I almost wasn´t able to make it. I was talking to Robert Maras recently and he asked me if I was coming to the 20th anniversary party. I told him I didn´t know anything about it. Gunnar Wobke had sent the invitation to my old email. But thanks to Robert he told me. I also had been in contact to Robert Garrett and Juka Matinen about this event. The Skyliners was my first professional team and my favorite team. This was the only team that I ever played for that had spirit. We were more than a team. We were family. I hadn´t seen Robert Maras in 15 years. It is great to be able to catch up with so many people here. I played two years with the Skyliners. The first year coach Herbert and I hated each other. In the second year he was like a father to me. After we won the title in 2004. Despite getting the NBA interest, I really wanted to stay here. I told Gunnar Wobke, if he can pay me 100,000 more I will stay, but he was unable. Money wise the NBA was the best decision, but team wise Frankfurt would have been the best decision. Marius Nolte It is a great feeling to be back. It has been a great party. Everybody here has a story to tell and good to see basketball come together. My most fondest moment with the Skyliners was being able to stay in the league in 2013 winning on the last game day at home against Ludwigsburg. That game was unbelievably emotional for me. I will never forget it. Obviously the 2009-2011 seasons were a lot of fun, because we were so successful. Adam Waleskowski It is great being part of this event. I was just talking to Matt Mcquaid and reliving my game against Frankfurt where I got fouled at the end and won the game with free throws. For me playing against Frankfurt was always like playing against a rival team, because every game was like a hard nosed dog fight. It is great to be on the other side now. I remember playing against Marius Nolte and against Bernd Kruel when he was with Hagen. Robert Maras It is great to be here. I have a lot of enjoyment being part of this history. I thought that we already had a great team in 2001 with Stefan Koch. Then it was a great time with Herbert. The nicest part of my career was winning the title in 2004. I made long lasting friendships here and am happy to see everyone. I am happy to see Mario Kasun. The last time that I saw him was in 2005 at the European championships in Belgrade. It was also nice to see Juka Matinen. The toughest player that I remember playing against was a guy by the name of Rashad Griffin. He was a real nightmare. We did beat him and Bologna in the Euroleague though. Another tough player was this 221cm player for Lukoil. It seemed like he could stand and dunk. I had no chance against him. Jovo Stanojevic was also a difficult opponent. It is a shame that Pascal Roller wasn´t here. We talk on the phone sometimes and we meet when he is in Munich. He was the identity figure of thee Skyliners. I also missed Marcus Goree. Chris Williams is probably the best Skyliner player ever. I was shocked when I heard of his death. Tyron Mccoy I have been in Germany now 20 years. I played in Frankfurt in 2001. It is good that I could come back and see so many people. I was really like seeing family here. I enjoyed seeing Robert Maras. It is interesting talking with people and seeing where they are today. I remember when I was here, I saw the passing of the torch at the point guard position. In Pascal roller´s first year, Kai Nurnberger was still the number one, but in Pascal´s second year it was his turn and he would become the point guard for the next 10 years. Pascal developed very well in my time here. Playing for the Skyliners was very important for my career. I was able to play Euroleague and play at the highest level for an organization on the rise. It was my first big break
1010	dbpedia	2	0	https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Basketball_League	en	British Basketball League	https://upload.wikimedia…gue_logo.svg.png	https://upload.wikimedia…gue_logo.svg.png	[ "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/icons/wikipedia.png", "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/mobile/copyright/wikipedia-wordmark-en.svg", "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/mobile/copyright/wikipedia-tagline-en.svg", "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/c/c2/British_Basketball_League...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Contributors to Wikimedia projects" ]	2004-03-27T02:49:26+00:00		en	/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png		https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Basketball_League	Former professional basketball league founded 1987 This article is about the basketball governing body. Not to be confused with their senior elite competition, the BBL Championship. Basketball league British Basketball LeagueFounded1987; 37 years ago ( )First season1987–88Folded2023–24Replaced bySuper League BasketballCountry Great BritainFederationBritish BasketballConfederation FIBA Europe (Europe)Number of teamsSee moreLevel on pyramid1Domestic cup(s)BBL Cup BBL TrophySupercupBBL Cup Winners' CupInternational cup(s)EuroCup Champions League FIBA Europe CupLast championsLondon Lions (3rd title) (2023–24)Most championshipsNewcastle Eagles (7 titles)TV partnersSky Sports YouTubeWebsiteBBL.org.uk The British Basketball League (BBL) is a former men's professional basketball league in Great Britain. Since its establishment in 1987 the BBL represented the highest level of basketball competition within the United Kingdom. The organisation that operated the competition, Basketball League Limited, folded in July 2024 after the British Basketball Federation terminated its operating license. It was succeeded as the top-level men's basketball competition with Super League Basketball. The BBL operated as a franchise model where each member team is located within a separate franchise area. Most recently (in 2023/24), the League featured 10 member franchises from England and Scotland who jointly own the organisation[1] and a chairman was elected by the teams to oversee operations. The League offices were located in Leicester[2] where the country's oldest team, the Leicester Riders, is also based. The BBL sits above the English National Basketball League and the Scottish Basketball Championship, which effectively form the second tier of basketball competition in Great Britain. Due to the franchise model there is no promotion or relegation between the lower leagues and the BBL, although several BBL member teams have previously competed in the National Basketball League. In addition to the regular season Championship, the BBL also staged two knockout competitions; the BBL Trophy and the end-of-season BBL Playoffs. Previously the organisation also ran the BBL Cup and BBL Cup Winners' Cup competitions, though these were last contested in 2023 and 2009 respectively. In partnership with Basketball England the organisation launched a women's league in 2014, branded as the Women's British Basketball League (WBBL).[3] History [edit] See: List of British Basketball League seasons Origins and foundation [edit] Competitive national basketball in Great Britain has existed since 1936 when the Amateur Basket Ball Association (ABBA) founded the ABBA National Championship, a knockout competition featuring the regional champions from across England and Wales.[4] An equivalent competition for Scotland was formed by the Amateur Basketball Association of Scotland in 1947.[5] As fully amateur championships, the competitions were largely dominated by victorious teams from universities, YMCAs and Royal Air Force stations. A short-lived attempt at establishing a truly national league competition in the 1960s was met with some success; at its height the competition, known as the 'Rosebowl', featured 16 teams from across England, Scotland and Wales. In 1969, Scotland established its own national league with the ABBA following shortly after, with the formation of the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1972. Over the next 15 years, basketball's popularity in Great Britain grew steadily and annual revenues for the ABBA – renamed as the English Basket Ball Association (EBBA) in 1975 – increased from £23,440 in 1972 to £303,500 in 1981.[6][7][8] With the increased commercial potential of basketball and the NBL evident, teams started to attract entrepreneurial owners and benefactors along with football clubs, such as Manchester United and Portsmouth, looking to replicate the multi-modal sporting club patented by European powerhouses such as Real Madrid and Barcelona.[9] In 1982, the NBL reached a broadcasting deal with newly launched television channel Channel 4, further increasing the visibility of the league to a national audience.[10] The NBL's upward commercial trajectory continued with the EBBA signing sponsorship agreements with major national companies such as Prudential Insurance, Bell's whisky and the Carlsberg Group, generating an estimated income of £1,196,000.[11] A joint venture company, Basketball Marketing Limited, was established in 1982[12] by the EBBA and team owners to market the league collectively to potential sponsors and share revenue from TV contracts; with the agreement that 40% of revenue was held by the EBBA and the remaining 60% shared between all member teams.[13][8] In 1983, the Basketball Owners' Association (BOA) was established by owners of 9 different NBL teams to represent their interests[14] as internal conflict arose regarding the financial relationship between them and the EBBA. Kevin Routledge, a director at Leicester Riders, claimed at the time that "there was a feeling about men's clubs that insufficient emphasis was being given to them, particularly recognising that in terms of spectator, sponsorship and media appeal they were very much top of the heap."[15] The sentiment was echoed by Dave Elderkin, Manager of Sunderland 76ers, who noted that sponsorship revenue was divided between the EBBA's 650 member clubs, and though the Division 1 teams generated the most sponsorship they were only receiving a small fraction of the return; Sunderland were reportedly paid just £2,000 from central sponsorship earnings in 1986.[16] By April 1986, still unsatisfied by the relationship with the EBBA, a contingent of team owners set forth to organise a breakaway competition, dubbed the British Basketball League.[17] The initiative was led by John Deacon, owner of Portsmouth, who had rallied support for the new league from fellow teams Bracknell Pirates, Crystal Palace, Edinburgh, Hemel Hempstead & Watford Royals, Kingston and Sunderland, with each team contributing a £5,000 entry fee. Not all teams were initially onboard with the new proposals however, as established names like Birmingham Bullets first rejected the move and opted to stay within the existing EBBA structure.[18] The EBBA established a Committee of Inquiry to conduct a review and establish the terms of the handover, and a new organisation – the Basketball League Limited – was formed by the team owners to oversee the operations of the new competition.[19] The new organisation proposed commencing with a new 16-team league competition for the 1987–88 season, that would include the 13 existing teams of the NBL Division 1 along with two promoted teams from Division 2, plus Scottish champions Livingston and a possibility of future expansion into Scotland and Ireland.[16] Some reports also suggested Wales-based Rhondda were approached as a potential addition.[17] Additional proposals for the new league included prize money being awarded to competition winners, a new supplementary League Cup competition for member teams, and the removal of relegation between the new league and NBL Division 2 for the first two seasons, to encourage financial stability for its member teams; promotion would still be offered to the top two teams within Division 2, subject to financial and facility guarantees.[16][20] Furthermore, all member teams within the Basketball League Limited would be equal shareholders of the new organisation and be eligible to compete in European competitions, whilst the EBBA would retain disciplinary powers, appointment of match officials and remain completely in control of other competitions, such as the National Cup.[20] Following the conclusion of the 1986–87 season, the EBBA signed a formal agreement with the Basketball League Limited, handing over full control and administration of the top national basketball competition to the new organisation. The agreement was signed at Old Trafford football stadium, home of Manchester United, whose basketball team would feature in the newly formed league. Signing the agreement to establish the new league was Keith Mitchell OBE and Mel Welch, President and Secretary of the EBBA respectively, along with John Deacon, Chairman of the Basketball League Limited, and John Barr, Treasurer of the new organisation.[21][22] At official launch, the 16 confirmed teams to feature in the new league were announced as:[21] The new league faced challenges from the off-set when Rhondda – the league's only Wales-based team – folded in August 1987, just weeks before the start of the new season. The sudden loss of a major sponsor meant the team were unable to finance the upcoming campaign, where they would compete against teams with budgets of up to £250,000.[23] London-based Brunel Crystal Palace also faced similar financial challenges during the off-season, searching for additional sponsors to cover their £100,000 outgoings.[24] Despite these setbacks, the fledging organisation did achieve some immediate commercial success; a new 3-year sponsorship agreement with the Carlsberg Group saw the new competition branded as the Carlsberg Basketball League, along with additional naming-rights deals for the postseason playoffs and the Tournament of Champions, both of which were also sponsored by Carlsberg.[25] The newly-established League Cup competition was branded as the NatWest Bank Trophy following a deal with National Westminster Bank.[26] The EBBA's player import rules – where teams were restricted to having two foreign "import" players plus one "naturalised" British player – were carried over to the new competition. A small complication arose as the league also featured Scotland-based Livingston, and the ruling meant that English players would count as foreign players for teams based in Scotland.[27] Early years and Kingston dominance (1987–1992) [edit] The first game of the new Carlsberg Basketball League and the 1987–88 season took place on 13 September 1987, when Scotland-based Livingston defeated Oldham Celtics, 98–81, at the Forum Arena in Livingston.[28] The former Scottish National League team went on to have a very successful season overall. Whilst Portsmouth were successful in retaining their national champions title in the inaugural league championship – continuing their success from the previous National Basketball League – they were soundly defeated by Livingston in both the Playoff Final (81–72) and NatWest Bank Trophy Final (96–91). Early growth (1992–2002) [edit] The 1990s also saw a growth in popularity and commercialism within the league. Games were televised and the league picked up sponsors such as Peugeot, Lego, Playboy and Budweiser, while attendances at games also increased. The Manchester Giants opened the 1995–96 season in front of a record 14,251 fans at the Nynex Arena against the London Leopards, a record crowd for a basketball game in Great Britain. It stood until 2006, when the NBA started staging games at the O2 Arena in London. London clubs dominated the league, with London Towers, Crystal Palace and the Greater London Leopards all sharing success in the mid-1990s. In 1999, a Conference format similar to the NBA was introduced, with clubs split North and South. The two Conference champions met in a Championship series to decide the champions for the next three years. Tougher times (2002–2012) [edit] A single division format returned in 2002 and five different franchises won the Championship title in the five years after that. The new millennium, however, also saw a series of setbacks for the BBL. The collapse of ITV Digital cost the league financially, with many franchises struggling to recover from the lost revenue that the £21 million contract was providing. Long established franchises such as the Manchester Giants, Essex Leopards, Derby Storm, Thames Valley Tigers and Birmingham Bullets withdrew from the league, though new teams have been formed under the Giants and Leopards names. The membership crisis brought about the addition of new franchises such as Guildford Heat (formed by supporters of the defunct Thames Valley Tigers), and elected teams from the lower-tier English Basketball League, including the Plymouth Raiders. Both teams made a refreshing impact on the old boys, with the Heat qualifying for the Play-offs in their rookie season. During the same season Newcastle won 30 of their 40 regular season league fixtures to clinch the Championship crown – the previous season saw the Eagles win 31 matches but lose out to Chester Jets in the final week, by just two points. That title was one of four pieces of silverware won during the dubbed "clean-sweep" season of 2005–06, the Eagles marching on to claim the BBL Cup, BBL Trophy and Playoff's – the complete set. Resurgence, the 777 years, and current situation (2012–2024) [edit] The intervening years saw the perennial success of the Newcastle Eagles, the reemergence of the Leicester Riders as a dominant force in the domestic game, and the rise and fall of teams based in London, Birmingham, Liverpool, Essex, Durham and Worthing. Long term franchise Milton Keynes relocated to London, to become a 2012 Olympics legacy tenant at the Copper Box Arena, and a new incarnation of the famous Manchester Giants name re-entered the league in the same year. The 2015 Playoffs Final took place at The O2 Arena, London, following a string of sell-out attendances at Wembley Arena between 2012 and 2014.[29] The event saw a record breaking crowd of 14,700.[30] As of the 2016–17 BBL season Italian sportswear manufacturer Kappa have been the exclusive kit supplier for all teams, replacing a previous deal with Spalding.[31] The past decade has seen sustained growth across the league, with the biggest advances in facilities. Some clubs have now built their own venues, including Newcastle, Leicester, Sheffield and Caledonia, and Manchester, Cheshire and Surrey and have moved into much improved facilities, while Plymouth, and the most recent election from the EBL, the Bristol Flyers, have announced plans for their own arenas. The 2018–19 season saw, for the first time in 11 years, British participation in European competition when Leicester competed in the Basketball Champions League and FIBA Europe Cup. On 2 December 2021 the Miami-based investment firm 777 Partners bought 45.5% of the shares of the league. The company invested £7 million in the league, that also saw an organisational reform which included the appointment of a CEO.[32] On 14 June 2024 British Basketball, the national governing body for basketball in the UK, terminated the league's licence,[33] meaning that the UK men's professional league would no longer be run by the current operating company behind the BBL. British Basketball cited financial concerns as a principal driver of the decision, and promised that interim measures would be put in place to ensure that a 2024/25 season takes place. Teams [edit] Current teams [edit] Team Location Arena Capacity Founded Joined Bristol Flyers Bristol SGS College Arena 750 2006 2014 Caledonia Gladiators East Kilbride Playsport Arena 1,800 1998* Cheshire Phoenix Ellesmere Port Cheshire Oaks Arena 1,400 1984 1991 Leicester Riders Leicester Mattioli Arena 2,400 1967 1987 London Lions London (Stratford) Copper Box Arena 6,000 1977* 1987 Manchester Giants Manchester National Basketball Centre 2,000 2012 Newcastle Eagles Newcastle upon Tyne Vertu Motors Arena 2,800 1976* 1987 Plymouth City Patriots Plymouth Plymouth Pavilions 1,500 2021 Sheffield Sharks Sheffield Canon Medical Arena 2,500 1991 1994 Surrey Scorchers Guildford Surrey Sports Park 1,000 2005 Notes Expansion teams [edit] The most recent round of expansion took place in 2014 when the League admitted two teams, Bristol Flyers and Leeds Carnegie, into the organisation; an ill-fated application from a third team, Edinburgh-based East Scotland Warriors, was rejected at the final stages to concerns over its financial backing.[34] Plymouth City Patriots were admitted into the League for the 2021–22 season as a direct replacement for the Plymouth Raiders, who withdrew prior to the season starting.[35] As of 2023, the League does not have any confirmed plans to introduce more teams in new cities or locations, however there are interested parties from Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Dublin, Leeds and Liverpool looking at establishing a potential expansion franchise.[36] In 2022, media outlets also reported interest from a Birmingham-based consortium which included former NBA star and Hall of Famer, Hakeem Olajuwon,[37] as well as additional interest from the city of Edinburgh and NBL powerhouse Reading Rockets.[38] Of these interested cities, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds and Liverpool have all, at some point in time, previously hosted a BBL team since 1987. Former teams [edit] Corporate structure [edit] The league was an independent company owned by its member clubs and Miami-based investment firm 777 Partners, who bought 45.5% of the shares of the league, investing £7million, in December 2021. Each club, or franchise, now had an equal shareholding of 5.45%. The 8-person management board is made up of an independent chairperson, non-affiliated non-executives, Investor Directors and a minority representation of BBL Club Directors.[1] Sir Rodney Walker is the current elected chairperson. On 14 June 2024 British Basketball, the national governing body for basketball in the UK, terminated the league's licence[33] citing financial concerns. Chairs [edit] John Deacon (1987 to 1988) Kevin Routledge (1988 to 2002) Vince Macaulay (2002 to 2006) Paul Blake (2006 to 2013) Ed Percival (2013 to 2015) Sir Rodney Walker (2016 to 2024) Competitions [edit] BBL Championship [edit] Main article: BBL Championship The BBL Championship is the flagship competition of the British Basketball League and features all member teams playing a double round robin (home and away) league season,[40] from September through to April.[41] Matches are played according to FIBA rules and games consist of four-quarters of 10 minutes each. Two points are awarded for a win,[40] with overtime used if the score is tied at the final buzzer – unlimited numbers of 5-minute overtime periods are played until one team is ahead when a period ends. At the end of the regular season, the team with the most points is crowned as winners of the BBL Championship, and thus British Champions. If points are equal between two or more teams then head-to-head results between said teams are used to determine the winners. In the case of a tie between multiple teams where this does not break the tie, the winners are then determined by the points difference in the games between said teams.[42] Following the completion of the Championship regular season, the top eight ranked teams advance into the post-season Playoffs which usually take place during April.[43] In the regular season, team schedules are not identical and neither are matchdays, with games scheduled mainly around venue availability. Because of this teams may find themselves playing a series of four or five home games consecutively followed by a straight set of away games. As the regular season is also particularly short many games are played over weekends as 'doubleheaders', whereby a team will play games (possibly a home and away game) on consecutive days, something that is not commonplace in British sports, although often seen in the National Basketball Association[citation needed] and other North American sports. Playoffs [edit] The post-season Playoffs usually takes place in April, featuring the top eight ranked teams from the Championship regular season compete in a knockout tournament. Teams are seeded depending on their final positioning in the Championship standings, so first-place faces eighth-place, second versus seventh-place, third against sixth-place and finally fourth plays the fifth-placed team. Both the Quarterfinals and the succeeding Semifinals are played over a three-game series, with the higher seed getting two home games either side of the lower seeds home game. The team that wins two of the three games advances to the next round.[40][42] As with the Quarterfinals, teams in the Semifinals are also seeded, with the highest-ranking team drawn against the lowest-ranking team in one Semifinal and the two remaining teams drawn together in the other Semifinal. The culmination of the post-season is the grand Final, held at The O2 Arena in London, which sees the two Semi-final winners play a one-game event to determine the Playoff Champions. BBL Cup [edit] Main article: BBL Cup The BBL Cup emerged from a breakaway of the English Basketball Association-organised National Cup and was contested for the first time in the 2003–04 season, when Sheffield Sharks were the inaugural winners. Since the 2019–20 season, the competition has a group stage followed by a knockout stage. The group stage consists of the teams being split into north and south groups and within each playing a double round-robin system. The top 4 teams from each group are then seeded with 1st of each group playing 4th in the other and 3rd in each group playing 2nd in the other. The winner of the Aggregate score going through to the semi-final. The winner of the aggregate score of each match in the semi-final then goes through to the BBL Cup Final.[44] The Cup final is played at the Arena Birmingham in Birmingham, usually in early January.[45] BBL Trophy [edit] Main article: BBL Trophy The BBL Trophy traces its origins back to a previous competition known as the Anglo-Scottish Cup – and subsequently the British Master's Cup – which was founded in 1984 and was initially a competition between teams from both the English and Scottish leagues. Following the launch of the new British Basketball League administration in 1987 – who assumed control over the National Basketball League from the English Basketball Association – the British Master's Cup was scrapped and replaced with the newly formed League Trophy.[46] The Trophy competition has historically had a round-robin group stage format used for the first round, however the current competition is a knockout tournament with pairings drawn completely at random – there are no seeds, and a draw takes place after the majority of fixtures have been played in each round. As well as including all BBL member clubs, invited teams from the English Basketball League, and occasionally the Scottish Basketball League, often take part in the Trophy.[47] The Final is usually played in March at a neutral venue.[48] European Competition [edit] In 2018, the Leicester Riders competed in Europe's third tier of continental basketball, the Basketball Champions League, losing in the first qualification round on aggregate to the Bakken Bears.[49] They became the first British team to compete in European competition since the Guildford Heat featured in the ULEB Cup during the 2007–08 season. Following their elimination from the Basketball Champions League, the Leicester Riders played in the 2018–19 FIBA Europe Cup, Europe's fourth tier.[50][51] To be eligible for entry into the Basketball Champions League or the FIBA Europe Cup, teams must play in arenas with a capacity of at least 2,000 people.[52] Players [edit] Import players [edit] British Basketball League rules currently allow for each team to have a maximum of three "import" players – from outside of the European Union (EU) and require a work permit to play – whilst the remaining players on the roster must have citizenship of an EU country, either by birth or by naturalisation.[53] The current ruling was integrated at the beginning of the 2006–07 season, reverting from the previous law which allowed for up to four non-EU players on a roster, along with naturalised players. New rules introduced for the 2012–13 season allow teams to field a maximum of five non-British players per game (including up to three work permitted players), further demonstrating the League's commitment towards developing British players.[54] Salary cap [edit] Prior to the 2022–23 season, a "Team Payments Cap" limited teams to spend no more than £250,000 on player salaries per season with the aim of keeping overall costs down for the teams whilst also ensuring competitive balance. The Team Payments Cap was dropped in August 2022 as it was stated to hamper the growth of BBL teams playing in European competitions.[55] Transfer regulations [edit] According to BBL rules, teams must field no more than six import (non-EU) players in any one season, though only three are allowed to be registered to a roster at any one time. Signings are allowed to be made throughout the pre-season and during the regular season until the league's transfer deadline on 28 February, or if during a leap year, the date is 29 February. Notable players [edit] Note: Flags indicate national team eligibility at FIBA-sanctioned events. Players may hold other non-FIBA nationalities not displayed. Criteria To appear in this section a player must have either: Set a club record or won an individual award while at the club Played at least one official international match for their national team at any time Played at least one official NBA match at any time. Results [edit] Championship [edit] Present clubs [edit] Club Champions Runners-up Last league title Newcastle Eagles 7 6 2014–15 Leicester Riders 6 4 2021–22 Sheffield Sharks 4 5 2002–03 London Lions 3 2 2023–24 Cheshire Phoenix[i] 2 2 2004–05 Surrey Scorchers[ii] 1 1 2006–07 Caledonia Gladiators[iii] 0 1 — Bristol Flyers — — — Manchester Giants — — — Plymouth City Patriots — — — Historical [edit] Season Champions Runners Up Third Place 1987–88 Portsmouth (1) Kingston Kings Murray Livingston 1988–89 Glasgow Rangers (1) Murray Livingston Bracknell Tigers 1989–90 Kingston Kings (1) Manchester Giants Sunderland 76ers 1990–91 Kingston Kings (2) Sunderland Saints Thames Valley Tigers 1991–92 Kingston Kings (3) Thames Valley Tigers Worthing Bears 1992–93 Worthing Bears (1) Thames Valley Tigers London Towers 1993–94 Thames Valley Tigers (1) Worthing Bears Manchester Giants 1994–95 Sheffield Sharks (1) Thames Valley Tigers London Towers 1995–96 London Towers (1) Sheffield Sharks Birmingham Bullets 1996–97 Leopards (1) London Towers Sheffield Sharks 1997–98 Leopards (2) Birmingham Bullets Newcastle Eagles 1998–99 Sheffield Sharks (2) Manchester Giants London Towers Season North Champions North Runners Up South Champions South Runners Up 1999–00 Manchester Giants Sheffield Sharks London Towers Thames Valley Tigers 2000–01 Sheffield Sharks Chester Jets London Towers Greater London Leopards 2001–02 Chester Jets Sheffield Sharks London Towers Brighton Bears Season Champions Runners Up Third Place 2002–03 Sheffield Sharks (3) Brighton Bears Chester Jets 2003–04 Brighton Bears (2) Sheffield Sharks London Towers 2004–05 Chester Jets (1) Newcastle Eagles London Towers 2005–06 Newcastle Eagles (1) Scottish Rocks Sheffield Sharks 2006–07 Guildford Heat (1) Sheffield Sharks Newcastle Eagles 2007–08 Newcastle Eagles (2) Guildford Heat Plymouth Raiders 2008–09 Newcastle Eagles (3) Mersey Tigers Leicester Riders 2009–10 Newcastle Eagles (4) Sheffield Sharks Glasgow Rocks 2010–11 Mersey Tigers (1) Newcastle Eagles Sheffield Sharks 2011–12 Newcastle Eagles (5) Leicester Riders Worcester Wolves 2012–13 Leicester Riders (1) Newcastle Eagles Glasgow Rocks 2013–14 Newcastle Eagles (6) Sheffield Sharks Worcester Wolves 2014–15 Newcastle Eagles (7) Leicester Riders Worcester Wolves 2015–16 Leicester Riders (2) Newcastle Eagles Sheffield Sharks 2016–17 Leicester Riders (3) Newcastle Eagles Glasgow Rocks 2017–18 Leicester Riders (4) London Lions Newcastle Eagles 2018–19 London Lions (1) Leicester Riders Newcastle Eagles 2019–20 Season cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic 2020–21 Leicester Riders (5) London Lions Plymouth Raiders 2021–22 Leicester Riders (6) Sheffield Sharks London Lions 2022–23 London Lions (2) Leicester Riders Bristol Flyers 2023–24 London Lions (3) Cheshire Phoenix Caledonia Gladiators Playoff Finals [edit] Season Winner Score Runners-up Venue Most Valuable Player 1987–88 Livingston 81–72 Portsmouth Wembley Arena Graeme Hill 1988–89 Glasgow Rangers 89–86 Livingston National Exhibition Centre Alan Cunningham 1989–90 Kingston 87–82 Sunderland 76ers National Exhibition Centre Alan Cunningham 1990–91 Kingston 94–72 Sunderland Saints National Exhibition Centre Alton Byrd 1991–92 Kingston 84–67 Thames Valley Tigers Wembley Arena Russ Saunders 1992–93 Worthing Bears 75–74 Thames Valley Tigers Wembley Arena Cleave Lewis 1993–94 Worthing Bears 71–65 Guildford Kings Wembley Arena Colin Irish 1994–95 Worthing Bears 77–73 Manchester Giants Wembley Arena Alan Cunningham 1995–96 Birmingham Bullets 89–72 London Towers Wembley Arena Tony Dorsey 1996–97 London Towers 89–88 Leopards Wembley Arena Keith Robinson 1997–98 Birmingham Bullets 78–75 Thames Valley Tigers Wembley Arena Tony Dorsey 1998–99 London Towers 82–71 Thames Valley Tigers Wembley Arena Danny Lewis 1999–00 Manchester Giants 74–65 Birmingham Bullets Wembley Arena Tony Dorsey 2000–01 Leicester Riders 84–75 Chester Jets Wembley Arena Larry Johnson 2001–02 Chester Jets 93–82 Sheffield Sharks Wembley Arena John McCord 2002–03 Scottish Rocks 83–76 Brighton Bears National Indoor Arena Shawn Myers 2003–04 Sheffield Sharks 86–74 Chester Jets National Indoor Arena Lynard Stewart 2004–05 Newcastle Eagles 78–75 Chester Jets National Indoor Arena Andrew Sullivan 2005–06 Newcastle Eagles 83–68 Scottish Rocks National Indoor Arena Fabulous Flournoy 2006–07 Newcastle Eagles 95–82 Scottish Rocks Metro Radio Arena Olu Babalola 2007–08 Guildford Heat 100–88 Milton Keynes Lions National Indoor Arena Daniel Gilbert 2008–09 Newcastle Eagles 87–84 Everton Tigers National Indoor Arena Trey Moore 2009–10 Everton Tigers 80–72 Glasgow Rocks National Indoor Arena Kevin Bell 2010–11 Mersey Tigers 79–74 Sheffield Sharks National Indoor Arena James Jones 2011–12 Newcastle Eagles 71–62 Leicester Riders National Indoor Arena Charles Smith 2012–13 Leicester Riders 68–57 Newcastle Eagles Wembley Arena Jay Cousinard 2013–14 Worcester Wolves 90–78 Newcastle Eagles Wembley Arena Zaire Taylor 2014–15 Newcastle Eagles 96–84 London Lions O2 Arena Rahmon Fletcher 2015–16 Sheffield Sharks 84–74 Leicester Riders O2 Arena Mike Tuck 2016–17 Leicester Riders 84–63 Newcastle Eagles O2 Arena Pierre Hampton 2017–18 Leicester Riders 81–60 London Lions O2 Arena TrayVonn Wright 2018–19 Leicester Riders 93–61 London City Royals O2 Arena Timothy Williams 2020–21 Newcastle Eagles 68–66 London Lions Morningside Arena Cortez Edwards 2021–22 Leicester Riders 78–75 London Lions O2 Arena Geno Crandall 2022–23 London Lions 88–80 Leicester Riders O2 Arena Jordan Taylor 2023–24 London Lions 88–85 Cheshire Phoenix O2 Arena Sam Dekker Honours board [edit] Rank Team Wins RU Wins RU Wins RU Wins RU Wins RU BBL Championship BBL Playoffs BBL Cup BBL Trophy Total 1 Newcastle Eagles 7 6 7 5 7 4 7 4 28 19 2 Leicester Riders 6 4 6 3 4 5 3 4 19 16 3 Guildford Kings† 4 1 4 1 4 0 3 1 15 3 4 Sheffield Sharks 4 6 2 3 6 2 2 2 14 13 5 Cheshire Phoenix 2 2 1 3 2 2 6 3 11 10 6 London Towers† 4 1 2 1 1 1 3 2 10 5 7 London Lions 3 2 2 5 3 1 1 4 9 12 8 Brighton Bears† 2 3 3 1 3 1 0 3 8 8 9 Thames Valley Tigers† 1 4 0 4 2 3 4 0 7 11 10 Mersey Tigers† 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 0 5 3 11 Surrey Scorchers 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 2 4 3 12 Manchester Giants† 1 2 1 1 0 2 1 4 3 9 13 Essex Leopards† 2 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 3 4 14 Worcester Wolves† 0 0 1 0 1 1 1 0 3 1 15 Caledonia Gladiators 0 1 1 3 0 4 1 1 2 9 16 Livingston† 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 2 3 17 Birmingham Bullets† 0 1 2 1 0 1 0 0 2 3 18 Plymouth Raiders† 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 3 1 5 19 Portsmouth† 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 3 20 London City Royals† 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 21 Derby Storm† 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 22 Solent Kestrels 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 23 Bristol Flyers 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 24 Manchester Giants 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 Note: † Defunct club. Note: This is a ranking of all BBL clubs titles won both throughout BBL history and including pre-BBL titles. *Note: Manchester Giants refers to the first franchise with this name rather than the current franchise of the same name. Soruce: Honours board Media coverage [edit] Basketball receives little national press coverage in the United Kingdom, although coverage is more extensive from the local newspapers in cities where BBL clubs are based, with publications such as The Plymouth Herald, Manchester Evening News, Leicester Mercury and the Newcastle Chronicle all having dedicated basketball reporters who cover the respective local team. Some national newspapers list results and occasionally provide short summaries of the League's news, but more extensive coverage remains minimal. The history of television coverage of the BBL has been sporadic. Previously the League enjoyed coverage from Channel 4 in the 1980s and Sky Sports from 1995 to 2001, where audiences peaked at around 150,000 viewers.[56] The League signed a three-year broadcast deal with the ill-fated digital TV company ITV Digital in 2001, and coverage suffered a sharp decline as the broadcaster struggled and eventually went out of business, resulting in a significant loss of income to member clubs.[57] Television coverage was then infrequent until the 2007–08 season, when international broadcaster Setanta Sports signed a deal to screen one live game a week.[58] In 2010, the League agreed a broadcast rights deal with Sky Sports, marking the return of BBL action on Sky Sports after a 9-year gap.[59] The League's own subscription-based online TV station, BBL TV, took over the broadcast of live games from 2013 to 2015, and during the 2013–14 season match highlights were also televised and featured on British Eurosport each week.[60] In July 2016, the league signed a two-year broadcast deal with the BBC, featuring both British Basketball League and Women's British Basketball League games. The games would be broadcast on the BBC Sport website with the showpiece finals also being broadcast on the BBC Red Button.[61] Alongside the BBC deal, a six-year deal with Perform was signed[62] which saw every BBL game broadcast via LiveBasketball.TV,[63] and a deal followed a year later with UNILAD to broadcast one game a week live via Facebook.[64] FreeSports signed a deal with the league in January 2018 to broadcast games for the remainder of the season, starting with the BBL Cup Final between Worcester Wolves and Cheshire Phoenix. In November 2020, coverage of the league returned to Sky Sports in a new two-year deal which sees Sky broadcasting 30 games per season, including BBL Trophy Final, BBL Cup Final and BBL Playoffs.[65] This has been extended to cover the 2022/23 season. During the 2023–24 season of the BBL, NESN aired BBL matches in the US.[66] Awards [edit] Most Valuable Player award Coach of the Year award All-Star Team award See also [edit] Great Britain portal Basketball in England National Basketball League (England) Super League (Ireland), featuring teams from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland Women's British Basketball League List of professional sports teams in the United Kingdom Timeline of basketball on UK television Notes [edit] References [edit]
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1010	dbpedia	3	89	https://www.ualberta.ca/history-classics-religion/people/emeriti/landy.html	en	Department of History, Classics, and Religion	https://www.ualberta.ca/favicon.svg	https://www.ualberta.ca/favicon.svg	[]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en	https://www.ualberta.ca/…e-touch-icon.png		null	Professor Emeritus Email: francis.landy@ualberta.ca Education: B.A. University of Cambridge, June, 1969 D.Phil. University of Sussex, March, 1983 Expertise & Research Interests Francis Landy specializes in the literary study of the Hebrew Bible. He has recently completed a book on Isaiah, provisionally entitled Visions of Isaiah: Poetry, Catastrophe, Hope, to be published by Oxford University Press. He taught in the Religious Studies program at the University of Alberta for 31 years, specializing in Jewish Studies and the Hebrew Bible. For many years he team-taught the advanced Theory and Method course with Willi Braun. His books include Paradoxes of Paradise: Identity and Difference in the Song of Songs, Hosea, a commentary in the Readings series published by Sheffield Phoenix Press, and Beauty and the Enigma and Other Essays on the Hebrew Bible. He has also edited a volume on Leviticus entitled Text, Time, and Temple and a special issue of Method and Theory in the Study of Religion on Gil Anidjar's book Blood. He was director of graduate studies in the Religious Studies program for many years, and steered through the establishment of its doctoral program. He has been President of the Canadian Society of Biblical Studies and the Pacific Northwest Region of the American Academy of Religion/Society of Biblical Literature. He is currently an Associate Fellow of the Centre for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Victoria, and teaches a class on Hebrew Bible for a local synagogue. Positions Held Assistant Professor, University of Alberta, 1984. Associate Professor, University of Alberta, 1989. Professor, University of Alberta, 1994. Professor Emeritus, University of Alberta, 2014-. Post-retirement contract, 2014-2015. Fellow, Centre for the Study of Religion and Society, University of Victoria, Spring 2015. Associate Fellow, Centre for the Study of Religion and Society, University of Victoria, 2015- Courses Taught: Introduction to the Study of Religion; Introduction to Western Religions; Introduction to Old Testament/Hebrew Bible; Jewish Religious Thought; The Pentateuch; the Prophets; the Writings; Intertestamental Literature; Jewish Mores, Folkways, and Customs; the Jewish Mystical Tradition; Classical Judaism; Medieval and Modern Judaism; Judaism in the Twentieth Century; Old Testament/Hebrew Bible texts; Rabbinic Texts; Rabbinic Interpretation; Concepts of Divinity; Studies in Hebrew Bible (Judges, Hosea, Job); Isaiah 1-12; Religion and Psychoanalysis; Leviticus; Amos; Midrash and Literature. Biblical Narrative; Poets, Prophets and Sages; Method and Theory in the Study of Religion; The Book of Isaiah; Introduction to Judaism; the Bible and Literary Theory; Trito-Isaiah; Kabbalah; Derrida and Religion. Graduate Supervision: Renee Brodie (M.A.Religious Studies) Beth Mackenzie (M.A.Religious Studies) Karen Leonhardt (M.A.,Religious Studies) Karen Leonhardt (co-supervisor, Ph.D.) Jeong-eun Park (M.A. Religious Studies) Mihai Derbaç (M.A. Religious Studies) Peter Sabo (M.A. Religious Studies) Ellen Sabo (M.A. Religious Studies) Peter Sabo (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Lauren Chomyn (M.A. Religious Studies, co-supervisor) Examination Committees: David Bergen (M.A. Religious Studies, University of Calgary, 1995) Matthew Unger (M.A. Religious Studies, 2002) Todd Lorentz (M.A.Religious Studies, 2002) Danielle Lefebvre (M.A. Religious Studies, 2003) Maryam Razavy (M.A. Religious Studies, 2004) Tim Goltz (M.A. Religious Studies, 2004) Kenneth Ristau (M.A. Religious Studies, 2004) Denise Winter (M.A. English, 2004) Brian Mee (M.Th. student, St. Stephen’s College, 2004) Chad Kile (M.A. Religious Studies, 2006) Dan Bogert-O’Brian (Ph.D. Ed.Policy, 1995) Sabah al-Alsowaifan (Ph.D. Comparative Literature, 2000) Don Fisher (Ph.D. English, 2004) Kataryzna Vedah (Ph.D., Art and Design, 2006). Kirsten Uszkalo (Ph.D. English. 2006) Timothy Langille (M.A. Religious Studies, 2007) John Parrish (M.A. Religious Studies, 2007) Mihai Derbaç (M.A. Religious Studies, 2007) Shya (Susan) Young (M.A. Religious Studies, 2007) Leta Houle (M.A. Religious Studies, 2007) Jeong-eun Park (M.A. Religious Studies, 2008) Sarah Rollens (M.A. Religious Studies, 2008) Patrick Hart (M.A. Religious Studies, 2008) Maryam Razavy (Ph.D. Religious Studies – Sociology, 2008) Randy Klassen (Ph.D. Religious Studies, University of Calgary, in progress) David Reddall (Ph.D. Comparative Literature 2009) Mike Kok, (MA Religious Studies, 2009). Jeremy Hosain (MA Religious Studies, 2011). Saylih Sayligan (MA Religious Studies, 2011) Henry Suderman (Ph.D. Religious Studies, 2011) Christopher Meredith (Ph.D. Biblical Studies, University of Sheffield U.K., Sept 2012) Vaia Touna (Ph.D. candidacy, June 2013) Anna Cwikla (M.A., Religious Studies, June 2013) Ellen Sabo (M.A. Religious Studies, December, 2013) Lauren Chomyn (M.A. Religious Studies, August, 2014) Robert Mooney (M.A. Religious Studies, October, 2014) Mark Wheller (Ph.D. candidacy. Religious Studies, October 2014) Angela Brkich (Ph.D. Religious Studies, December 2014) Ian D. Wilson (Ph.D. Religious Studies, March 2015) Glen Fairen (Ph.D. Final Examination, Religious Studies, August, 2015) Vaia Touna (Ph.D. Final Examination, Religious Studies, September 2015) Patrick Hart (Ph.D. Candidacy Religious Studies, December 2015) Kristian Klippenstein (Ph.D. Candidacy Exam, Religious Studies, December 2015) Rachael Heffernan (M.A., Religious Studies, August 2016) Michael Gillingham (M.A., Religious Studies, August 2016) Kate Fenton (Ph.D. Candidacy, Classics, September 2016) Mark Wheller (Ph.D., Religious Studies, December, 2016) Peter Sabo (Ph.D., Religious Studies, June, 2017) Jessica Swann (M.A. Religious Studies, June, 2017) Supervisory Committees Henry Suderman (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Angela Brkich-Sutherland (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Glen Fairen (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Sonya Kostamo (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Ian Wilson (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Clayton Bench (Ph.D. Religious Studies) Membership of Learned Societies: Society of Biblical Literature; American Academy of Religion; Canadian Society of Biblical Studies, Canadian Society for the Study of Religion, Association of Jewish Studies; Canadian Association for Jewish Studies; North American Association for the Study of Religion. European Association of Biblical Studies; Society for Old Testament Studies. Publications Books Poetry, Catastrophe, and Hope in the Vision of Isaiah (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2023) Beauty and the Enigma and Other Essays in the Hebrew Bible (JSOT Sup. 312; Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press, 2001). Hosea Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press. 1995. 2nd revised edition (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2011). Paradoxes of Paradise: Identity and Difference in the Song of Songs. Almond Press: Sheffield, 1983. 2nd revised edition (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2011). The Tale of Aqhat (Introduction, Translation, Commentary). Menard Press, London, 1981. Edited Volumes Special Issue of Method and Theory in the Study of Religion 31 (2019) on Gil Anidjar, Blood: A Critique of Christianity (New York: Columbia University Press, 2014). Text, Time and Temple: Literary, Historical, and Ritual Approaches to Leviticus ed. Francis Landy, Leigh Trevaskis, Bryan Bibb (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix, 2015). Articles "Affect, Desire, and the Experience of (Re)reading the Song of Songs" in Stefan Fischer and Gavin Fernandes (eds) Song of Songs: Sense, Sight, Sound and Space (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, forthcoming). "David, the Poet and Musician" in Lena-Sofia Tiemeyer (ed), The Oxford Handbook of King David (Oxford: Oxford University Press, forthcoming). "Psalm 8: How I Fell in Love with the Bible" in Athalya Brenner-Idan and Gale A. Yee (eds) Texts@Contexts (London: Bloomsbury, forthcoming). "'Of all the characters in scripture she is the least': the Levite's concubine and the discourse of Silence" in Benjamin T. Johnson and Keith A. Bodner (eds) Character and Characterization in Judges (T & T Clark, forthcoming). "The Face of God: Dialogue and Distance in Exodus 33:12-34.8" in Diana V. Edelman and Kristin Joachimsen (eds) Studies in Honor of Kåre Berge, SJOT 37 (2023), 102-115. "Ornitheology" in Sarah Rollens and Patrick Hart (eds) Worth More than Many Sparrows: Essays in Honour of Willi Braun (London: Equinox, 2023) 48-62. "The Fate of the Wicked In Job 38.13-15 and the Birth of the Sea" in Pierre van Hecke and Hanneke van Loon (eds) Where is the Way to the Dwelling of Light: Studies in Genesis, Job and Linguistics in Honor of Ellen van Wolde (Leiden: Brill, 2023), 248-267. "Language and Silence in Isaiah's Oracles Against the Nations" in Steed V. Davidson (ed) Prophetic Otherness: Constructions of Otherness in Prophetic Literature (London: Bloomsbury 2021), pp.105-125. "Teopoetik: Hoseas, Joel, Amos, og Mika" in Jan Dietrich and Anne Katrine de Hemmer Gudme (eds) Gud og os (Copenhagen: Bibelselskabets Forlag, 2021), pp.435-454. "The Poetic Vision of Isaiah" in Lena-Sofia Tiemeyer (ed) The Oxford Handbook of Isaiah (Oxford: OUP, 2020), pp.393-408. "Metaphorical Clusters in Isaiah" in Danilo Verde and Antje Labahn (eds) Networks of Metaphors in the Hebrew Bible (BETL 309; Leuven: Peeters, 2020), pp.47-60. "Shamanic Poetics: Isaiah and the Strangeness of Language" Religion and Theology 27 (2020), pp.1-14. "Erotic Words, Sacred Landscapes, Ideal Bodies: Love and Death in the Song of Songs" in Ken Seignurie (ed) A Companion to World Literature (Oxford: Wiley/Blackwell, 2020), pp.1-10. "Traps and Metaphors" in Guido Benzi, Elena di Pede, Donatella Scaiola (eds) Profeti Maggiori e Minori a Confronto/ Major and Minor Prophets Compared (Rome: LAS, 2019), pp.163-180. (Maria-Metzler, co-author). "Deconstructing Horses in Love and War" in Stefan Fischer and Gavin Fernandes (eds), The Song of Songs Afresh: Perspectives on a Biblical Love Poem (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2019), pp.151-166. "Metaphors for Death and Exile in Isaiah" in Jesper Høgenhaven, Frederik Poulsen, and Cian Power (eds) Images of Exile in the Prophetic Literature, (FZAT 2/103; Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2019), pp.9-26. "Ancestral Voices and Disavowal: Poetic Innovation and Intertextuality in the Eighth Century Prophets" in Marianne Grohmann and Hyun Chul Paul Kim (eds) Second Wave Intertextuality and the Hebrew Bible ( Atlanta: SBL Press, 2019), pp. 73-90. "Introduction: Gil Anidjar, Blood: A Critique of Christianity" MTSR 31(2019) pp.239-243 . "Why I am Such a Good Christian: Comments on Gil Anidjar, Blood: A Critique of Christianity" MTSR 31 (2019), pp.281-298. “Seers, Fictions, and Other Worlds” in Frauke Uhlenbruch (ed) “Not in The Spaces we Know”: Explorations in Science Fiction and the Hebrew Bible. JHS 16/9 (2016) pp.11-29. “Centre and Periphery in the Book of Judges in the Early Second Temple Period” in Ehud Ben Zvi and Christoph Levin (eds) Centres and Peripheries in the Early Second Temple Period (FAT: Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2016), pp.133-162. “Between the Words I Write”. In Ian D. Wilson and Diana V. Edelman (eds) History, Memory, Hebrew Scriptures: A Festschrift for Ehud Ben Zvi (Winona Lake: Eisenbrauns, 2015) pp. 361-74. “Prophecy as Trap” Studia Theologica 69 (2015) pp.74-91. "For Whom God’s Name is Blotted Out" in Francis Landy, Bryan Bibb and Leigh Trevaskis (eds) Reading Leviticus in its Contexts (Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press, 2015) pp.170-195. “Fluvial Fantasies” in Ehud Ben Zvi and Christoph Levin (eds.) Thinking of Water in the Early Second Temple Period (BZAW; Berlin/New York: de Gruyter, 2014) pp.437-456. “Threshing Floors and Cities” in Diana Edelman and Ehud Ben Zvi (eds) Memory and the City in Ancient Israel (Winona Lake: Eisenbrauns, 2014) pp.79-98. “Maurice Blanchot on Prophetic Speech” in Ellie Tikvah Sarah, Colin Eimer and Howard Cooper (eds), Welcome to the Cavalcade: A Festschrift in Honour of Rabbi Professor Jonathan Magonet. (London: Kulmus, 2013), pp.356-367. “Isaiah 2: Torah and Terror” in Duncan Burns and J.W.Rogerson (eds) Far From Minimal: Celebrating the Work and Influence of Philip R. Davies (LHBOTS 484; New York and London: T & T Clark, 2013), pp.259-271. “Levinas on Prophecy” in David J.A. Clines, Kent Harold Richards, and Jacob L. Wright (eds) Making a Difference: Essays on the Bible and Judaism in Honor of Tamara Cohn Eskenazi (Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press, 2012), pp.179-203. “Notes Towards a Poetics of Memory in Ancient Israel” in Ehud Ben Zvi and Christoph Levin (eds) Remembering and Forgetting in Ancient Israel (Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2012), pp. 331-45. “Paradoxes of Prophetic Language in Isaiah” in Roland Boer, Michael Carden and Julie Kelso (eds) He Who Reads May Run: Essays in Honour of Edgar W. Conrad (LHBOTS 553; New York and London: T & T Clark, 2012), pp.28-40. “I and Eye in Isaiah or Gazing at the Invisible” Journal of Biblical Literature 131 (2012), pp.85-97. “Wither or Whither? The Study of Religion at the University of Alberta” (with Willi Braun) Religion 41 (2011), pp.145-48. “The Book that Cannot Be Read” in David J.A.Clines and Ellen van Wolde (eds) A Critical Engagement: Essays on the Hebrew Bible in Honour of J. Cheryl Exum (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2011), pp.230-55. "Three Sides of a Coin: In Conversation with Ben Zvi and Nogalski Two Sides of a Coin" Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 10/11 (2010), pp.1-21. “Reading, Writing, and Exile” in Ehud Ben Zvi and Christoph Levin (eds) The Concept of Exile in Ancient Israel and Its Historical Contexts (BZAW 404; Berlin: De Gruyter, 2010), pp. 257-74. “Exile in the Book of Isaiah” in Ehud Ben Zvi and Christoph Levin (eds) The Concept of Exile in Ancient Israel and Its Historical Contexts (BZAW 404; Berlin: De Gruyter, 2010) pp.241-56. “David and Ittai” in Tod Linafelt, Claudia Camp and Timothy Beal (eds) The Fate of King David: The Past and Present of a Biblical Icon (LHBOTS 500; New York and London: T & T Clark, 2010) pp.19-37. “Where is Isaiah in Isaiah?” in Manfred Oeming, Hanna Liss (eds) Literary Constructions of Identity in the Ancient World (Winona Lake: Eisenbrauns, 2010) pp.283-300. “Spectrality in the Prologue to Deutero-Isaiah” in Joseph Everson and Hyun Chul Paul Kim (eds) The Desert Will Bloom: Poetic Visions in Isaiah (Atlanta: SBL, 2009), pp.131-59. “Shibboleth.” Katherine Doob Sakenfeld (ed) New Interpreters’ Dictionary of the Bible5 (Nashville: Abingdon, 2009) pp.231-32. “The Burden of Tyre.” in Ingo Kottsieper, Rüdiger Schmitt, Jakob Wöhrle (eds) Berürhingspunkte. Studien zur Religions- und Sozialgeschichte des Alten Israel und Seiner Umwelt. Festschrift für Rainer Albertz (AOAT 350; Ugarit-Verlag: Munster, 2008) pp. 239-52. “Smith, Derrida, and Amos” Willi Braun and Russell T. McCutcheon (eds) Introducing Religion: Festschrift for Jonathan Z. Smith (London: Equinox, 2008) pp.208-30. “Noah’s Ark and Mrs. Monkey” Biblical Interpretation 15 (2007) pp.351-76. “Song of Songs.” Yudit Greenberg (ed) Encyclopaedia of Love in World Religions (Oxford: ABC Clio, 2007) pp. 585-87. “Judges 1: The City of Writing, the Sacred, and the Fragmentation of the Body” in Armin Siedlecki and Wesley Bergen (eds) Uncharted Waters: Essays in Honour of David Jobling (Sheffield: Sheffield Phoenix, 2006, 37-50. ”The Temple in the Akedah” in Isaac Kalimi and Peter J. Haas (eds) Biblical Interpretation in Judaism and Christianity (eds) (London: T & T Clark, 2006) pp. 237-50. “The Ghostly Prelude to Deutero-Isaiah” Biblical Interpretation 14 (2006), pp. 332-63. “The Parable of the Vineyard (Isaiah 5.1-7) or What is a Love Song doing among the Prophets?” Studies in Religion 34 (2005) pp. 147-64. “A Rejoinder to A. Brenner, ‘Regulating “Sons” and “Daughters” in the Torah and in Proverbs: Some Preliminary Insights” Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 5 (2005) (on-line) “The End of the World: Qohelet 12.1-7 and Lamentations Rabbah” in Yvonne Sherwood (ed) Derrida’s Bible (New York: Palgrave, 2004), pp.231-46. “Torah and Anti-Torah: Isaiah 2:2-4 and 1:10-26” Biblical Interpretation 11 (2003) pp,317-34. “Between David and David: Psalm 24 and David Clines” in J.Cheryl Exum and Hugh G. M. Williamson (eds) Reading from Right to Left: Essays on the Hebrew Bible in Honour of David J. A. Clines (London: Continuum, 2004), pp.275-289. “Prophetic Intercourse” in Alastair Hunter and Philip R Davies (eds), Sense and Sensitivity: Essays on Reading the Bible in Memory of Robert Carroll (JSOTS 348, Sheffield: SAP, 2002) pp,.261-279. “Perversity, Truth and the Readerly Experience” in Ingrid Rosa Kitzberger (ed) Autobiographical Biblical Criticism (Leiden: Deo, 2002). 60-78. "Ghostwriting Isaiah." In Philip Davies (ed.) First Person: Essays in Biblical Autobiography (London and New York: Continuum, 2002) pp.93-114. "Récits d'amour dans la Bible hébraique" Le Monde du Bible 128 (2000) pp.53-55. "The Covenant With Death." In Tod Linafelt (ed) Strange Fire: The Hebrew Scriptures After the Holocaust. (The Biblical Seminar 71; Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press, 2000) pp.220-232. "Vision and Voice in Isaiah." Journal for the Study of the Old Testament.88 (2000) pp.19-36. “The Song of Songs.” For David N. Freedman (ed.). Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible. (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 2000) pp.1242-44. “Seraphim and Poetic Process.” In Fiona C.Black and Erin Runions (eds) The Labour of Reading: Essays in Honour of Robert C. Culley at the Time of His Retirement ( Semeia Studies; Atlanta: ScholarsPress, 2000), pp.15-34. "Leviticus, Deconstruction and the Body." Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 2 (1999 “Strategies of Concentration and Diffusion in Isaiah 6” Biblical Interpretation 6 (1999) pp.58-86. “Flood and Fludd” in J.Cheryl Exum and Stephen D. Moore (eds). _Biblical Studies/Cultural Studies: The Third Sheffield Colloquium_(Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press, 1998) pp.117-159. “Do We Want our Children to Read this Book?” Semeia 77 (Danna Nolan Fewell and Gary A. Phillips (eds) The Bible and the Ethics of Reading, 1997) pp.155-175. "Sex and Sadism in Hosea" in J. Magonet (ed.) Jewish Explorations of Sexuality London: Duckworth, Providence: Berghahn, 1995, pp. 17-26. "Fantasy and the Displacement of Desire in Hosea 2.4-17" in Athalya Brenner (ed.) A Feminist Companion to the Latter Prophets (The Feminist Companion to the Bible 8; Sheffield Academic Press: Sheffield), 1995 pp.145-160. "In the Wilderness of Speech: Problems of Metaphor in Hosea." Biblical Interpretation 3 (1995) pp.35-59. "Ruth and the Romance of Realism, or Deconstructing History" JAAR 62 (1994) pp.285-317. "Sacred Space and Public Pleasure." Muse II (1993) 22-27. "On Metaphor, Play and Nonsense." Semeia 61 (1993) 219-237. "The Construction of the Subject and the Symbolic Order: A Reading of the Last Three Suffering Servant Songs." Among the Prophets: Language, Image and Structure in the Prophetic Writings ed. Philip Davies (Sheffield Academic Press: Sheffield, 1993) pp. 60-71. "Tracing the Voice of the Other: Isaiah 28 and the Covenant with Death." For The New Literary Criticism and the Hebrew Bible ed. David J. Clines and J. Cheryl Exum (Sheffield Academic Press: Sheffield, 1993) 140-162. "Mishneh Torah: A Response to Myself and Phyllis Trible" in A Feminist Companion to the Song of Songs ed. A Brenner (Sheffield Academic Press: Sheffield 1993) pp. 260-265. "In Defense of Jakobson" in JBL III(1992) 105-13. "Jouissance and Poetics." Union Seminary Quarterly Review 45 (1991) 51-64. Preface to Jan Fokkelman Narrative Art in Genesis: Specimens of Stylistic and Structural Analysis (JSOT Press: The Biblical Seminar 12: Sheffield, 1991) xi-xvi. "Humour as a Tool in Biblical Exegesis" in On Humour and the Comic in the Hebrew Bible ed. A. Brenner and Y.T. Radday (Sheffield Academic Press: Sheffield, 1990) 101-117. Reprint of "Humour in the Bible" Jewish Quarterly 29/1 (1980) 13-19. "On the Gender of God and the Feminist Enterprise: A Response to Shannon Clarkson" Studies in Religion 19 (1990) 485-487. "Shibboleth: The Password" Proceedings of the Tenth World Congress of Jewish Studies (1990) 91-99. "Literariness and the Bible" Jewish Quarterly 135 (Autumn, 1989), 53-57. "Narrative Techniques and Symbolic Transactions in the Akedah" in Signs and Wonders: Biblical Texts in Literary Focus ed. J. Cheryl Exum (Scholars Press: 1989) 1-40. "Between the Bible and Torah" in Approaches to the Hebrew Bible in Translation ed. Barry N. Olshen and Yael S. Feldman (New York: Modern Language Association of America, 1989) pp. 83-86. "Vision and Poetic Speech in Amos" HAR 11 (1987) 223-246. "Lamentations" The Literary Guide to the Bible, pp. 329-334. "The Song of Songs" The Literary Guide to the Bible ed. Robert Alter and Frank Kermode (Harvard U.P.: Cambridge and Collins: London, 1987) 305-319. Paperback edition 1990. "Recent Developments in Biblical Poetics" Prooftexts 7 (1987) 163-178. "Gilead and the Fatal Word" Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress of Jewish Studies (1986) 39-44. "A Possible Trace of the Theme of the Centaur in the Midrash" Synkresis D 156-161, E 121-130 (1986). "Are we in the Place of Averroes?" Semeia 32 (1985) 131-148. "Poetics and Parallelism: Some Comments on James Kugel's 'The Idea of Biblical Poetry'" JSOT 28 (1984) 61-87. "Eros and Hieros in the Song of Songs" The Heythrop Journal 24 (1983) 301-307. "The Case of Kugel: Do we Find ourselves when we Lose ourselves in the Text?" Comparative Criticism 5 (1983) 305-316. "Two Versions of Paradise: The Metaphor of the Garden in the Song of Songs and the Garden of Eden" Harvest 28 (1982) 112-129. "The Serpent in the Garden of Eden" Harvest 27 (1981) 38-44. "Structure and Mythology in the Song of Songs" Prospice 11 (1981) 97-117. "Irony and Catharsis in Biblical Poetry: David's Lament over Saul and Jonathan" European Judaism 15/1 (1981) 3-13. "The Name of God and the Image of God and Man" Theology 84 (1981) 164-170. "Beauty and the Enigma: An Inquiry into Some Interrelated Episodes in the Song of Songs" JSOT 17 (1980) 53-106. "The Song of Songs and the Garden of Eden" JBL 98 (1979) , pp.513-528. Reviews Liane Feldman, The Story of Sacrifice CBQ 84 (2022), 111-13. André Lacocque, Work and Creativity RBL (12th April, 2020). Marvin A. Sweeney, Isaiah 40-66 Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 17 (2017) Keith Bodner The Artistic Dimension: Literary Explorations of the Hebrew Bible. Hebrew Studies 57 (2016), pp.201-204. Christopher Hays A Covenant With Death: Death in the Iron Age and Its Rhetorical Uses in Proto-Isaiah Review of Biblical Literature 8/25/2016. Sarah Hammerschlag The Figural Jew: Politics and Identity in Postwar French Thought. Bible and Critical Theory 12/1 (2016) pp.120-123. Claudia V. Camp Ben Sira and the Men Who Handle Books: Gender and the Rise of Canon-Consciousness. Bible and Critical Theory Bible and Critical Theory 12/2 (2016), pp.153-156. Laura Feldt, The Fantastic in Religious Narrative from Exodus to Elisha. Journal of Semitic Studies 59 (2014) pp.474-475. Hélène Cixous Poetry in Painting: Writings in Contemporary Arts and Aesthetics Bible and Critical Theory 9 (2014) pp.156-158. Yvonne Sherwood Biblical Blaspheming: Trials of the Sacred in a Secular Age Review of Biblical Literature 11/4/2013. Ulrich Berges , Jesaja: Der Prophet und Das Buch Review of Biblical Literature 3/1/2013. Scott Noegel and Gary Rendsburg Solomon's Vineyard: Literary and Linguistic Studies in the Song of Songs. Journal of Semitic Studies 57 (2012), pp.177-80. Dean Andrew Nicholas The Trickster Revisited: Deception as a Motif in the Pentateuch. Catholic Biblical Quarterly 73 (2011), pp. 132-33. Elie Assis Flashes of Fire: A Literary Analysis of the Song of Songs. Review of Biblical Literature 17/01/2011. 5 pages. A. Perry God’s Twilight Zone: Wisdom in the Hebrew Bible. Catholic Biblical Quarterly 72 (2010), pp.121-123. John Jarick (ed) Sacred Conjectures: The Context and Legacy of Robert Lowth and Jean Astruc. (London and New York: T & T Clark, 2007). Biblical Interpretation 18 (2010), pp.85-86. John Goldingay The Message of Deutero-Isaiah: A Literary-Theological Commentary Review of Biblical Literature 4/4/2009 (4 pages) Hugh G.M. Williamson A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on Isaiah 1-27: Volume 1: Commentary on Isaiah 1-5. Review of Biblical Literature 21/6/09. Brad Kelle, Hosea 2: Metaphor and Rhetoric in Historical Perspective (Atlanta SBL, 2007) Biblica.90 (2009), pp.117-120. Burkard Zapff, Jesaja 56-66 (Neuer Echter Bibel; Stuttgart: Echter, 2007). Toronto Journal of Theology.24 (2008), pp.287-288. Daphna Arbel Beholders of Divine Secrets: Mysticism and Myth in the Hekhalot and Merkavah Literature (Albany: SUNY, 2003). Studies in Religion, 37 (2008) pp. 145-47 Cheryl Exum, Song of Songs (Louisville: Westminster/John Knox). Biblical Interpretation 16 (2008) pp.83-85. Richard S. Hess Song of Songs (Grand Rapids: Baker, 2005). Shofar 25 (2007) pp.,196-98. Aaron Hughes The Texture of the Divine: Imagination in Medieval Islamic and Jewish Thought (Bloomington: Indiana U.P. 2004). Studies in Religion 34 (2005) pp.587-89. Athalya Brenner I Am: Biblical Women Tell Their Own Stories (Minneapolis: Fortress, 2005). Review of Biblical Literature (6/18/2005). David Jobling, Gary A. Phillips and Tamara Cohn Eskenazi (eds) Levinas and Biblical Studies (Atlanta/Leiden: SBL/Brill, 2003). Review of Biblical Literature (3/27/2005) André Lacocque and Paul Ricoeur Thinking Biblically: Exegetical and Hermeneutic Studies (Chicago: Chicago U.P. 2003). Review of Biblical Literature (10/9/2004). Joseph Blenkinsopp Isaiah 40-55: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary (Anchor Bible 19A; New York: Doubleday, 2002). Review of Biblical Literature (7/25/2004) Oona Ajzenstat Driven Back to the Text: The Premodern Sources of Levinas’s Postmodernism (Pittsburg: Duquesne University Press). Review of Biblical Literature. (1/23/2004) Israel Knohl The Divine Symphony: the Bible’s Many Voices (Philadelphia: JPS, 2003). Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 5 (2004-5). Isaac Kalimi Early Jewish Exegesis and Theological Controversy: Studies in Scripture in the Shadow of Internal and External Conflicts (Assen: Van Gorcum, 2002). Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 4 (2003-4). William Whedbee The Bible and the Comic Vision (Minneapolis: Fortress, 2002). Catholic Biblical Quarterly 65 (2003) pp.625-26. Jan Fokkelman Reading Biblical Poetry (Louisville: Westminster/John Knox, 2001). Review of Biblical Literature (7/19/2003) Dianne Bergant The Song of Songs (Berit Olam; Collegeville: Liturgical Press, 2001). Review of Biblical Literature. (5/10/2003) Tod Linafelt Surviving Lamentations: Catastrophe, Lament, and Protest in the Afterlife of a Biblical Book (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000). Journal of the American Academy of Religion 71 (2003) pp.218-22) Joseph Blenkinsopp Isaiah 1-39 (Anchor Bible 19; New York: Doubleday, 2000). Review of Biblical Literature. (2/22/2003) Meir Sternberg "Hebrews Between Cultures: Group Portraits and National Literature" (Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 1998) Journal of Hebrew Scriptures 3 (2000). Adele Reinhartz, "Why Ask My Name?” Anonymity and Identity in Biblical Narrative (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1998). Journal of Biblical Literature 119 (2000) pp.541-543. Benjamin D. Sommer A Prophet Reads Scripture: Allusion in Isaiah 40-66 (Stanford: Stanford University Press). Canadian Review of Comparative Literature, forthcoming. Jörg Barthel. Prophetenwort und Geschichte: Die Jesajaüberlieferung in Jes 6-8 und 28-31 (Forschungen zum Alten Testament 19. Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck.). Journal of Biblical Literature 118 (1999), pp.543-545 Beatrice Martina Guenther The Poetics of Death: The Short Prose of Kleist and Balzac. (Albany: State Univerity of New York Press. 1996) Armando Petrucci by Michael Sullivan. Writing the Dead: Death and Writing Strategies in the Western Tradition (Stanford: Stanford University Press [Figurae: Reading Medieval Culture] 1998). Canadian Journal of Comparative Literature 25 (1998) pp.629-633. Ulrike Wiethaus Ecstatic Transformation: Transpersonal Psychology in the Work of Mechthild of Magdeburg (Syracuse University Press. 1996). For Religious Studies and Theology. Pinchas Giller The Enlightened Will Shine: Symbolization and Theurgy in the Later Strata of the Zohar. For Religious Studies and Theology. Cheryl Exum Tragedy and Biblical Narrative (Cambridge: Cambridge U.P.1992) pp.206; Plotted, Shot, and Painted: Cultural Representations of Biblical Women (Sheffield Acad.P. 1996). Prooftexts 18 (1998) pp. 95-102. John Day, Robert P. Gordon and H.G.M. Williamson (eds.) Wisdom in Ancient Israel: Essays in Honour of J.A. Emerton ( Cambridge U.P. 1995). For Religious Studies and Theology. Ariel and Chana Bloch, The Song of Songs (Random House, 1995). Journal of Semitic Studies, pp.67-69. Bible and Culture collective The Postmodern Bible (Yale U.P., 1995) (chapter on Psychoanalytic Criticism). Biblicon 1 (1997), pp.65-72. Danna N. Fewell and David M. Gunn Gender, Power, and Promise: The Subject of the Bible's First Story (Nashville: Abingdon). Biblical Interpretation.4 (1996) pp.237-239. Neusner Israel's Love Affair With God: Song of Songs (Valley Forge: Trinity P. 1993). Hebrew Studies 36 (1995) pp.204-206. H. Snaith The Song of Songs (The New Century Bible; London: SPCK, 1994). Critical Review Books in Religion 8 (1995) 151-153 Thomas Jemielity Satire in the Hebrew Prophets (Louisville: Westminster). Critical Review of Books in Religion 7 (1994) 125-127 Randall J. Bailey David in Love and War. For Bibliotheca Orientalis, forthcoming. Freema Gottlieb The Lamp of God: A Jewish Book of Light (Jason Aronson: New York, 1989) Midstream 37/7 (October, 1991) 47-48. Reprinted in Jewish Book News (March 1992) 36-39. Hans-Josef Heinevetter Das Hohelied als Programmatische Komposition (Athenäum, 1989); Othmar Keel Das Hohelied (Zürcher Bibelkommentare, 1986); Raymond Tournay Word of God, Song of Love tr. Ed Crowley (Paulist Press, 1988). JBL 110 (1991) 332-336. Sister Timothea Elliot The Literary Unity of the Canticle (Peter Lang, 1989). Biblica 72 (1991) 570-572. Daniel Boyarin Intertextuality and the Study of Midrash (Indiana U.P., 1990). Canadian Review of Comparative Literature 18 (1991) 597-600. Stephen Prickett Words and the Word: Language, Poetics and Biblical Interpretation (Cambridge U.P., 1986). Canadian Review of Comparative Literature 16 (1989) 357-361. Colette Sirat A History of Jewish Philosophy in the Middle Ages (Cambridge U.P., 1985). Religious Studies and Theology 8 (1988) 41-43. Amnon Cohen Jewish Life under Islam: Jerusalem in the Sixteenth Century (Harvard U.P., 1984). Religious Studies and Theology 8 (1988) 43-45. Edgar McKnight The Bible and the Reader: An Introduction to Literary Criticism. Canadian Review of Comparative Literature 15 (1988) 245-247. Meir Sternberg, The Poetics of Biblical Narrative: Ideological Literature and the Drama of Reading. JAAR 56 (1988) 360-362. Poland, Lynn M., Literary Criticism and Biblical Hermeneutics. Journal of Religion 66 (1986) 466-468. Julio C. Trebolle-Barrera, Jehu y Joas: Texto y composicion literaria de 2 Reyes 9-11. Journal of Theological Studies. 37 (1986) 141-142. Zali Gurevitch and Gabriel Levin (ed.) Poetry from Israel 1970-1980. Ariel 57 (1984) 132-133. Marcia Falk, Love Lyrics from the Bible. Heythrop Journal 25 (1984) 388-390. Enrica Salvaneschi, Cantico dei Cantici: interpretatio ludica. Heythrop Journal 25 (1984) 385-388. James Kugel, The Idea of Biblical Poetry: Parallelism and Its History. Heythrop Journal 24 (1983) 210-212. Kathleen Raine, The Human Face of God: William Blake and the Book of Job. Harvest 28 (1982) 162-164. Gabriel Josipovici, The Air We Breathe Jewish Quarterly 30 1/2 (1982) 60. Steven Brams, Biblical Games: A Strategic Analysis of Stories in the Old Testament . JSOT 23 (1982) 109-113. Alvin H. Rosenfeld, A Double Dying ; Sidra Dekoven Ezrahi, By Words Alone: The Holocaust in Literature. Jewish Quarterly 29/1 (1981) 53-56. Gerhard Lohfink, The Bible: NOW I Get It? A Form-Critical Handbook. JSOT 18 (1980) 121-122. Moshe Dor and Natan Zach (ed.) The Burning Bush: Poems from Modern Israel; Howard Schwartz (ed.) For a Few Hours Only: Selected Poems of Shlomo Vinner; Yehuda Amichai (tr. Ruth Nevo), Travels of a Latter-day Benjamin of Tudela; David Jaffin, The Half of a Circle; David Roskies, Night Words: A Midrash on the Holocaust; Ken Smith, Anus Mundi: Black Sonnets. European Judaism 13 (1979) 50-53. Alfred Alvarez, Autumn to Autumn and Selected Poems 1953-1976 and Hunt Jewish Quarterly 26 (1978) 119-121. Reprinted in American Review of Reviews. Gabriel Josipovici, Four Stories. Jewish Quarterly 25/4 (1977) 49-50. Howard Schwartz, Midrashim. Jewish Quarterly 25/2 (1977) 55. Joseph Leftwich (ed) An Anthology of Yiddish Literature; Eliezer Greenberg and Irving Howe (ed.) Selected Stories by I.L. Peretz; Abraham Sutzkever: Partisan Poet; Joseph Leftwich (ed.), Poems of Zalman Shazar . European Judaism 10 (1976) 43-46. Papers "Three Bodies of God". EABS Annual Meeting, Syracuse, Sicily, July 2023 (Reading, Theory and Poetics section). "Three Bodies of God". Lecture for Centre of Studies in Religion and Society, University of Victoria, January 2023 "The Child and the King". Children in the Biblical World section. SBL Annual Meeting, Denver, November, 2022. Response to session on "Beauty in Ancient Judaism" in Philology in Hebrew Studies section, SBL Annual Meeting, Denver, November 2022 "David's Last Words, Death, and Poetry" EABS Annual Meeting, Toulouse/hybrid. July 2022. Response to special session on Sacrifice and Purity in the Hebrew Bible, Deconstructive Poetics/Anthropology joint session, EABS Annual Meeting online, August, 2021. "Affect, Desire, and the Experience of (Re)Reading the Song of Songs" EABS Annual Meeting (online), August, 2021. Panelist on "Metaphor Theory and the Hebrew Bible" SBL Annual Meeting, online, November, 2020. "Job the Gever" SBL Annual Meeting, San Diego, November, 2019 (Psychology and the Bible section). "The Face of God" EABS Annual Meeting, Warsaw, August 2019 "Freedom and Responsibility" EABS Annual Meeting, August 2019. "Metaphor and Affect" CSBS Annual Meeting, Vancouver June, 2019. "The Child in Isaiah 1-11" SBL Annual Meeting, Denver, November 2018 (Psychology and the Bible Section). "Metaphorical Clusters in Isaiah" SBL/EABS Annual Meeting, Helsinki, August 2018 (read for me by Claudia Camp). "Exile in the Book of Isaiah" Presidential Address, AAR/SBL Pacific Northwest Annual Meeting, May, 2018. “The Prophetic Trap”, Convegno biblico internazionale, “I profeti “maggiori” e “minori” a confronto,” Mantua, Italy, October 2017. “Shamanic Poetics: With Stammering Lips and Another Tongue with he Speak to this People” Anthropology Section, International SBL/EABS, Berlin, August 2017 “Deconstructing Horses, in Love and War” (with Maria Metzler). Symposium on the Song of Songs, Berlin, August 2017. Deconstructive Poetics section, International SBL/EABS, , Berlin, August 2017. “Metaphors for Death and Exile in Isaiah”. Images of Exile in the Prophetic Literature conference, Copenhagen, May 2017. “Aniconism and Gender”. Prophetic Literature section, AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Nov.2016 “What it is to Decompose a Book”, Reading, Theory and the Bible section (with Peter Sabo), AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Nov.2016. “Toward a Metapoetics of the Hebrew Bible”. Deconstructive Poetics section, EABS, Leuven, August 2016. “On Why I am Such a Good Christian” – Special section on Gil Anidjar Blood. CSBS Annual Meeting, Calgary, May 2016. “Deuteronomy and the Politics of Farewell” Abschiedsvorlesung. University of Alberta, December, 2015. “Rahab, Conquistadores, and Masquerades”, Joshua and Judges section, AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Atlanta, Nov. 2015 “Between Centre and Periphery: Space and Gender in the Book of Judges in the Early Second Temple Period”. Centres and Peripheries in the Early Second Temple Period: International Workshop at Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, June 10-14, 2015. “Alliteration and the Body in Isaiah’s Oracles against the Nations” Body, Sensation, Affect section. Canadian Society of Biblical Literature Meeting, Ottawa, May 2015. “Prophecy and Alterity in Isaiah’s Oracles against the Nations”. Prophetic Literature section. AAR/SBL Annual Meeting. San Diego, Nov.2014. “The Mythical and the Mystical: The Rivers of Psalm 93”. Biblical Mythology section. AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Diego, Nov.2014. Seminar: Isaiah 11 and the Utopian Vision. University of Oslo. Faculty of Theology. Oct.16th, 2014. “Prophecy as Trap: Isaiah 6 and Its Permutations” Mowinckel Lecture. University of Oslo: Faculty of Theology. Oct 16th, 2014. Also given at Hebrew Bible Workshop, Harvzrd University March 2015. “Seers, Fictions, and Other World(s)” SBL/EABS International Meeting, Vienna, July 2014. “Like a Dream, A Vision of the Night (Isaiah 29.7-8)” (with Peter Sabo). AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Baltimore, Nov.2013. “What Has Athens to do with Jerusalem? Orbis Tertius and the Poetics of the Outside” AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Baltimore, Nov.2013. Review of The Oxford Handbook of the Reception History of the Bible, CSBS Annual Meeting, Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, Victoria, June, 2013. Response to session on Morny Joy (ed) After Appropriation. CSSR Annual Meeting, Congress of the Humanities, Victoria, May 2013. Member of panel of Gary Yamasaki Perspective Criticism. AAR/SBL Pacific-Northwest Regional Meeting, Seattle, May 2013. “Death, Ghosts, Exile, Repetition: Reading for the Uncanny in Lamentations (with Peter Sabo). SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, 2012. “Hélène Cixous and the Oracles Against the Nations” AAR Annual Meeting, Chicago, 2012. “Threshing Floors and Cities” in International SBL Annual Meeting, Amsterdam, August, 2012. Fluvial Fantasies" In "Thinking of Water in the Late Persian/Early Hellenistic Period in Judah" University of Alberta-LMU Workshop, University of Alberta, May 2012 “Is Phaedrus Also Among the Prophets?" (with Peter Sabo) AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Francisco, November 2011. “Reading, Writing, and the Parable of the Book" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Francisco, November 2011 "Jerusalem, Joy of all the Earth" Urban Dreams and Ancient Realities Conference. Oct. 21-22nd. 2011, University of Alberta. "Prophetic Signs and Secrecy" Society of Old Testament Study Summer Meeting, Oxford, July 2011. “Wither or Whither? The Study of Religion at the University of Alberta." Special session on Crisis and Creativity in the Study of Religion. XX International Association for the History of Religions Congress, Toronto, August 2011 (with Willi Braun). "The Figure of the Child in Isaiah 11" SBL International Meeting, London, July 2011. “Notes Towards a Poetics of Memory in Ancient Israel" Workshop on Remembering and Forgetting in Judah's early Second Temple period, Ludwig Maximilan University, Munich, June 27-July 1st, 2011 “What do Stories about the Prophets Want?” Deception and the Bible conference, Bristol, Dec.2010. "Reception History: Theory and Practice in the Blackwell Commentary Series". SBL Annual Meeting, Atlanta 2010. “I and Eye in Isaiah or Gazing at the Invisible” Presidential Address. Canadian Society of Biblical Studies. May 2010 Response to James Nogalski and Ehud Ben Zvi One Book or Twelve? Pacific Northwest AAR/SBL Regional Meeting, May 2010. “The Spectral Mother and the Lost Children” SBL Annual Meeting, New Orleans, Nov.2009. “Bible and Critique of Religion/Religion as Critique” NAASR/SBL Joint Session, New Orleans, Nov.2009 “Reading, Writing, and Exile” Concepts of Exile in Ancient Israel and Its Contexts Workshop. Munich, June, 2009. “Rahab and Dona Marina” CSBS Annual Meeting, Ottawa, May 2009 “Varieties of Apocalypse in the Hebrew Bible” Colloquium on Apocalypticism and Messianism, University of Alberta, May 2009. “What Does Criticism Do?” SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, Nov.2008. Danna Fewell, The Children of Israel: Reading the Bible for the Sake of Our Children (Abingdon) “Paradoxes of Prophetic Language in Isaiah”, SBL Annual International Meeting, Auckland, New Zealand, July 2008. Comments on Ehud Ben Zvi’s History, Literature and Theology in the Book of Chronicles (Pacific Northwest Annual Meeting, AAR/SBL) Newburg, Oregon, May 2008 “Exile in the Book of Isaiah.” The Concept of Exile in Israel and Its Ancient Contexts Workshop. Ludwig Maximilien University, Munich-University of Alberta. Edmonton, Alberta. April 2008. “Poetics and Imagination in Rabbi Isaac the Blind’s Commentary on Sefer Yetsirah”, Association for Jewish Studies Annual Meeting, San Diego, December 2006. “Otherwise than Isaiah, or How Not to Understand.” Paper read at the AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, November 2006. Response to Peter Miscall, An Adventure in Reading the Scroll of Isaiah, AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Washington, November, 2006. “Where is Isaiah in Isaiah.” Conference on Literary Fiction and the Construction of Identity in Ancient Literatures, University of Heidelberg/Hochschule für Jüdische Studien, Heidelberg, July 2006. “Apocalypse and Apophasis: Paronomasia, Proverbs and Prolixity in Isaiah 28.19-22” Canadian Society of Biblical Studies Annual Meeting, May 2006. “Isaiah, Mystique and Mystery” Pacific Northwest Region of the AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, May 2006. “Rabbi Isaac the Blind’s Commentary on the Sefer Yetsirah.” University of Alberta, February, 2006. “Images of the Feminine in Isaiah”. University of British Columbia, November 2005. “The Fall of Lucifer in Isaiah and Mesopotamian Parallels” University of British Columbia, November, 2005. “Text as Revelation: Jewish Perspectives.” Paper read at the Canadian Society for the Study of Religion Annual Meeting, May 2005 “Language, Exile and Utopia in Isaiah.” Lecture at the University of Florence, May, 2005. Also delivered at the University of Sheffield, February, 2006.\ “Does Isaiah 40:1-11 Answer to Isaiah 6? Spectrality and Autonomy in Deutero-Isaiah” Formation of Isaiah Seminar, Society of Biblical Literature Annual Meeting, San Antonio, November 22nd, 2004. (Society of Biblical Literature Seminar papers, online. 33 pages). “Jacques Derrida’s Archive Fever and Edith Wyschogrod’s The Ethics of Remembering.” MEMI Annual Meeting, University of Alberta, May 2004. “Madonna the Kabbalist.” The Sacred in Contemporary Society Series, University of Alberta, March 2004. “Isaiah in the Context of Contemporary Biblical Scholarship.” Ryukoku University, October 2003. “Judaism: Concepts, History, and Practice” Ryukoku University. October, 2003. “Rotten Grapes Produce the Best Wine: Isaiah’s Beerenauslese” University of Lethbridge, October, 2003. Andrew’s College, Saskatoon, Jan.2004). “The End of the World: Qohelet 12.1-7, Lamentations Rabbah, and Abraham Abulafia” for “Reading a Page of Scripture with a Little Help from Jacques Derrida” section of the AAR/SBL Meeting, Toronto, Nov.2002. Discussant and referent at Colloquium organized by Dutch Royal Academy of Arts and Sciences, “The Book of Job: Suffering and Cognition in Context,” Amsterdam, April, 2002. "Judges 1: The City of Writing, the Sacred, and the Fragmentation of the Body" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Denver, November 2001. Presented also at University of Calgary, March 2002. "The Discourse of Sexuality in Isaiah 1-12" SBL International Meeting, Rome, July 2001. "The Divine Trap in Amos 3.3-8" CSBS Annual Meeting, Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, Quebec, May 2001. "For Three Sins of X and for Four I Will Not Retract It: Structure and Rhetorical Entrapment in Amos' Oracles Against the Nations (1.3-2.3)" Pacific North-West AAR/SBL Regional Meeting, Edmonton, May, 2001. "Perversity, Truth and the Readerly Experience" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Nashville, November 2000. Panelist on "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Provincial Museum, October 2000. "Abraham Abulafia's Commentary on the Book of Creation" University of Alberta Philosophy Colloquium, March 2000. "Kabbalah between Christian and Islamic Worlds" Edmonton Mediterranean Institute, February, 2000. "The Man Question: An Answer?" Response to Biblical and Cultural Studies Session, AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, November 1999. "Six Walks in the Canonical Woods" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Boston, November, 1999. "Prelude to a Poetics of Biblical Hebrew Poetry" SBL International Meeting. Lahti, Finland, July 1999. "Leviticus, Deconstruction and the Body" CSBS Annual Meeting, Sherbrooke, Quebec, June, 1999. "Towards a Post-Holocaust Reading of Isaiah" CSBS Annual Meeting, Sherbrooke, Quebec, June, 1999. "Noah's Ark and Mrs. Monkey" PN AAR/SBL Regional Meeting, Tacoma, April 1999. “Vision and Voice in Isaiah” PN AAR/SBL Regional Meeting, Portland, May 1998. “Hidden Texts in Isaiah.” AAR/SBL Annual Meeting. San Francisco. Nov.1997 "Nancy Jay's Theory of Sacrifice" CSBS Annual Meeting, St.John's, Newfoundland, June, 1997 "Flood and Fludd" For the Third Sheffield Colloquium: The Bible Into Culture. Sheffield, England, April, 1997 “Isaiah and the Politics of Death”, Faculty of Arts Research Connections Series, Feb. 1997 “Seraphim and Poetic Process” AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, New Orleans, Nov.1996. Response to David Atkinson and Daniel Bogert-O’Brien, “What’s the Point of Liberal Education”, CIRLA Conference, Banff, May, 1996. “Strategies of Concentration and Diffusion in Isaiah 6” Pacific North-West AAR/ SBL regional meeting, Great Falls, Montana, and CSBS Annual Meeting, St. Catherine’s, May and June, 1996. “Ethics and Interpretation” AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, Nov.1996. Seminars on "The Burdens of Isaiah" at Oxford and Edinburgh Universities May "Metaphor, Mysticism, Misogyny: A Reader-Response Commentary on Hosea." McCalla Professorship Lecture. April 1995. "Prophetic Burdens in Isaiah 13-23" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 1994. Response to Gender and Cultural Criticism Consultation Session, "Queens of Hollywood: Biblical Spectacles and Hollywood Glitz." AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 1994 Introduction to Plenary Session, "Biblical Scholarship in the Twenty-First Century." AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, Nov. 1994 "Varieties of Metaphor in Hosea." Religious Studies Colloquium, Edmonton, October 1993. "Parables and Princesses in the Bahir." AAR/SBL NW Pacific Regional Meeting, Edmonton, May 1993. "Disintegrating Metaphor in Hosea." AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Francisco, November 1992. "Is Fancy Free? Imagination and Discipline in the Study of Religion." Pneuma and Gnosis series, U of A Chaplaincy, November, 1992. "Isaiah 28 and the Covenant with Death." SBL International Congress, Melbourne Australia, July 1992. “Parable, Prostitution and Paradox: A Reading of Hosea 1." The Erhardt Seminar, University of Manchester, May 1991. "Language, Prostitution and Prophecy: Narrative and Distantiation in Hosea 1," Dept. of Biblical Studies Seminar, University of Sheffield, April, 1991. "You Mean There's Comedy in the Bible?" Conference on Comedy in the Bible, University of Sussex, March, 1991. "Construction and Deconstruction in the Psalms" SBL International Meeting, Vienna, August 1990. "Who is Blind as the Servant of the Lord? Or his Interpreter?" Jewish-Christian Bible Week, Bendorf, West Germany, July 1990. "Between Centre and Periphery Her Story" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Anaheim, November 1989. Response to Mieke Bal on "The Current State of Feminist Biblical Scholarship," Westar Conference, Toronto, October 1989. "Jewish Approaches to Bereavement." Symposium on Death, Dying and Grieving, Edmonton, June 1989. "Reader, Poetics and Anti-Poetics" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, November 1988. "Ruth: Romance for Deconstruction?" CSBS Annual Meeting, Windsor, June 1988, and SBL International Meeting, Sheffield, August 1988. "Vision and Poetic Speech in Amos" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Atlanta, November 1986. Review of Robert Alter The Art of Biblical Poetry. CSBS Annual Meeting, Winnipeg, June 1986. "Literary Anorexia and Proverbial Wisdom" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Anaheim, November 1985. "Rhetorical Stratagems and Symbolic Inversions in Isaiah 19" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Chicago, December 1984. "Egypt in the Prophets" Conference on Egyptology and the Bible, Jerusalem, April 1984. "Symbolic Transaction and the Binding of Isaac" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, Dallas, December 1983. Response to Othmar Keel on the Song of Songs at the International Organization for the Study of the Old Testament (IOSOT) Congress, Salamanca, August 1983. "Honey in the Old Testament" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, New York, December 1982. "The Wife-Sister Motif and the Character of Isaac" AAR/SBL Annual Meeting, San Francisco, December 1981. Grants: Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada, for 1990-91: $8,000. Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada, for 1991-94: $27,000. McCalla Professorship, 1993-94. SSHRC 4A Grant for 1995-96: $4,000 SSHRC Grant for 1996-99: $19,000. SSHRC Grant for 2003-2006. $77,,012. SAS Grant 2007: $2,919 SSHRC 4A Grant 2008: $7,500 SAS Travel Grant 2008: $3000. Administration Departmental Library Representative 1984-89, 1995-96. Undergraduate and Honors Student Advisor 1986-90, 1991-94, 1996-99. Graduate Coordinator Religious Studies, 1999-2004. Chair, Departmental Teaching Awards Committee, 1999-2001. Member, Academic Affairs Committee, 1999-2002. Chair, Faculty Ad Hoc Committee for the William McHardy Alexander Award for Sessional Teaching. 2003. Member of various Faculty and GFC Appeals Committees Member, Departmental Graduate Committee. 1999-2003. Member, Teaching Awards Committee, Faculty of Arts, 2002-2003. Departmental Visiting Speakers Committee (2002-3). Acting Director of Interdisciplinary Program in Religious Studies (2003-4). Graduate Coordinator for Religious Studies (2005-2008) Graduate Coordinator, Religious Studies (2011-12) Editorial Work On editorial boards of the Journal of Hebrew Scriptures, Biblical Interpretation. Journal for the Study of the Old Testament, Bible and Critical Theory. Editorial board member of Studies in Religion, 2005-6. English Language Editor, Studies in Religion, 2006-2008 Editor in chief. Studies in Religion 2008-2012. Editorial Board, Sheffield Phoenix Press, 2004 -2016 Service
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1010	dbpedia	3	5	https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140717212415-74753569-basketball-career-planning-the-nba-or-overseas	en	Basketball Career Planning: The NBA or Overseas?	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=vNIL9f8V5EbCZMhMpGUwwrHcyWVWRUijp2-RrII_pnk	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=vNIL9f8V5EbCZMhMpGUwwrHcyWVWRUijp2-RrII_pnk	[ "https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/C5612AQE2QwNe45lTIg/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1520096528597?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=vNIL9f8V5EbCZMhMpGUwwrHcyWVWRUijp2-RrII_pnk" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Wendell Maxey" ]	2014-07-17T21:24:15+00:00	Every now and again in this space, I will be answering questions from those who reach out to me on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email wondering what we do at Scorers 1st, the international business of basketball, scouting, recruiting, player branding and the increasing role social plays in connecting us	en	https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/al2o9zrvru7aqj8e1x2rzsrca		https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140717212415-74753569-basketball-career-planning-the-nba-or-overseas	Every now and again in this space, I will be answering questions from those who reach out to me on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email wondering what we do at Scorers 1st, the international business of basketball, scouting, recruiting, player branding and the increasing role social plays in connecting us within the game. This week, the question comes via Twitter from @blazers6thman: "Do you encourage your guys (at Scorers 1st) to go for NBA contracts even if they won't get much playing time or stay overseas?" It's a question Gerrit Kersten-Thiele and I discuss and debate in length at Scorers 1st on a regular basis, as we take both a lengthy and realistic approach to career planning for each respective player on our roster (client list). And that's really what we are talking about here when we delve into the question of "NBA or overseas" -- career planning. The topic, however, extends beyond a one word answer and really can be broken down into three areas -- at least in regards to our overarching approach at Scorers 1st: players you are trying to recruit to your agency, current players on your roster and thirdly, your emerging European talent. Recruiting In this year-round cycle of recruiting, you can imagine the obstacles we tend to face with being an international agency. While we have offices here in Germany and a US office outside of Indiana, there is a major misconception surrounding our ability to make strides into the NBA, particularly with a graduating college Senior. Having Patrick Ewing Jr. and Tim Ohlbrecht -- two players with NBA experience -- as part of our extended Scorers 1st family truly is beneficial and provides a certain cache in recruiting circles, but our focus remains centered on progressing into the NBA with a college Senior who grasps and appreciates the pride and dedicated approach we take in forming relationships with our clients, fully marketing and promoting them, educating them on the business side of the game and utilizing the extensive relationships we have around the NBA. The "extensive relationships" honestly is the major piece of the puzzle when it comes to fulfilling that NBA dream, along with the players' concrete skill set. Some are realistic about their skill set. Others, hopefully will learn this over time. I say this time and again, but no kid in the States is growing up dreaming of playing basketball in Europe. And while playing in Europe obviously becomes a reality for the majority of players, reaching the NBA and securing either a summer league, training camp or full contract is something we work diligently toward when it comes to scouting and recruiting players and as we begin to map out a career plan for them. Current Roster When watching the Cleveland Cavaliers' press conference in announcing David Blatt as head coach -- after winning at the highest levels around Europe and spending 30 years trying to reach the NBA -- I couldn't help but connect with one of his encouraging quotes: "There are so many good coaches and great players playing overseas and around Europe. All they need is the chance." Not a week goes by that we don't remind our guys that someone is always watching. Regardless if that is a Senior coming out of college who basically has to create a name for himself in Europe, a player with a couple of years under his belt overseas who has worked his way up, or a veteran who was achieved success at high-levels around the game abroad -- the message is same: there are always eyes on you, gauging your talent level and development, both as a player and a person. Take Larry Gordon for example. A 6-foot-5, 215 pound swingman, Gordon came out of Division 2 Cal Poly Pomona and quickly made a name for himself by working hard, taking a realistic approach to his career path, and went from a minimal contract in Holland in 2009 before moving on to play in Austria and now has spent the last two seasons playing in Germany's BEKO BBL. Today, Gordon is one of the premiere players at his position in the league, led the league in rebounding this past season and was an All-Star Game selection with Phoenix Hagen. We could not be more proud of Larry and his accomplishments -- a high character guy, hard worker, understands the business side of the game and has become the cornerstone of how we view relationships, player development and ensuring we place players in situations where they can excel. You have to remember: it's not like playing professionally in Europe is one giant league like the NBA or even the D-League. Each country has a number of divisions, competition varies from country to country and division to division, how clubs conduct business also differs, etc...So you can imagine the rigors that come with the overseas business and navigating the waters. It can be both an exciting and delicate process when sitting down with a player and discussing where they are at in their career and where they want to go. Emerging European Talent We consider ourselves very fortunate to work with a number of talented European players, both from Germany and around Holland. As the NBA game has become more global, the influx of NBA scouts and hiring of scouts around Europe by NBA teams -- some area/regionally based -- are constantly communicating to front offices the rise of youth players around Europe and those already mainstays in leagues overseas. For our sake, we want to make sure those parties have the necessary information available to them that may extend beyond what they see at a live game or on second hand game film. We also take a "big picture" view of growing a European players' game so they can be seen (and more seen) competing at a high-level (see Euroleague, EuroChallenge, EuroCup, in addition to their respective country league). Similar to the rest of our roster, the development is key to making that NBA jump like a Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol or most recently Dante' Exum. It has been amazing to watch Danilo Barthel (6-foot-10, 220 pound power forward) compete this summer both in Orlando and Las Vegas at Summer League with the Miami Heat. While Barthel is under contract with the Fraport Skyliners in Germany's BEKO BBL, this has been a tremendous opportunity to showcase his vast ability in front of NBA executives and fans after going from Germany's ProB, to the BBL, named to the All-Star team, and earning Most Improved Player honors in 2013-14. What does the future hold for Danilo Barthel while playing consistently at summer league and growing his game? NBA or Overseas The one facet these three areas -- recruiting a young talent with NBA dreams, working with your current roster and being aware of the European players maturation -- have in common is, regardless if a player is mapped for the NBA or a career playing professionally abroad, timing and opportunity are an integral part of the process. This is less about securing a big contract or playing time. The timing and opportunity have to be just right and that also depends on the person/player. It's also important for a player to have a realistic view about themselves, their talent level and skill set, and understand the importance of an agency developing a three to five year career plan (and/or for life after basketball). The common belief from some players in the States is, "I'm going to go overseas and kill it and make a lot of money". You set yourself up for failure in the game and life with that approach. Instead, focus on partnering with the right people (agency, regardless of location) to ensure you are placed in a "win-win" situation where you can grow your game and financially within the business through hard work, dedication and taking care of your body, while adapting to new surroundings, cultures and styles of play/basketball systems. And lastly, educate yourself on the business and trust your decisions. Regardless if you are fast tracked for competing in the NBA or playing overseas, don't fall into the habit of making decisions based on what "my boy who plays overseas". Or clinging on to the faulty advice of people who don't understand how the business works in overseas basketball or the NBA in general. Those two roads only lead to dead ends and will only have you looking back wondering where you took a wrong turn.
1010	dbpedia	1	69	https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/news/page-222	en	News			[ "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmontenegro/images/logo.png", "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmontenegro/images/blank.png", "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmontenegro/images/blank.png", "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmonte...	[]	[]	[ "Total Montenegro News", "Montenegro News", "Montenegro Events", "Diaspora", "Guide", "Views" ]	null	[]	null	Total Montenegro News, your guide to news, views and events in English. Local reporting on business, sport, politics, lifestyle and travel in Montenegro.	en	/templates/totalmontenegro/favicon.ico		https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/news/page-222	28 February 2019 - At its latest session, the Government of Montenegro passed the Action Plan for the implementation of the Schengen Action Plan for 2019 and the Report on the implementation of the Schengen Action Plan for 2018. The discussion expressed satisfaction with the high percentage of realisation of the measures envisaged for 2018 (90.48%). During the reporting period, the Draft Law Amending the Law on Border Control was passed, whose adoption will improve the normative framework and fulfil the obligations stipulated by the Schengen Action Plan. The new Law on Foreigners has been successfully implemented, which regulated the entry and exit in a quality way, as well as the movement and stay of foreigners in Montenegro in line with international standards and obligations set out in the Action Plan for Chapter 24. The capacities for the arrival of asylum seekers and enhanced cooperation with international partners regarding their care; the activities and capabilities of the border police, as well as cross-border police cooperation and activities on the suppression of transnational organised crime, have been improved. The focus of the new Plan, among other things, will be focused on the implementation of measures for which funding from EU funds is foreseen, in the amount of 8 million EUR. The session also approved the Strategy for Combating Trafficking in Human Beings for the period 2019-2024 and the Action Plan for the Implementation of the Strategy for 2019. The strategy represents the national policy of combating trafficking in human beings in the coming five-year period in the following: prevention, protection of victims, prosecution, partnership, coordination and international cooperation. Unlike previous documents, the new strategy contains an analysis of the current situation in the fight against trafficking in human beings, as well as a cross-section of the remaining challenges and recommendations for further action to achieve a higher degree of efficiency of the entire system of combating trafficking in human beings. The efficiency and functionality of the prevention, identification, protection, assistance and monitoring of victims of trafficking with a special focus on children will be improved, as well as the efficiency of investigations, prosecution and punishment following criminal legislation. The goals of the strategy were elaborated in the Action Plan for 2019, where specific activities, bearers, dynamics, necessary financial resources, as well as indicators of the results, were defined. The Government approved the Decision Amending the State Study of the Location "Sector 5." The area of the planning document is part of the settlement of Kumbor, the coastal area of the municipality of Herceg Novi. The amendments enable the construction, encourage further development of a wider area and create conditions for valorisation of a valuable part of the coast, respecting the guidelines deriving from the legislation and all documents relating to the protection of nature and cultural heritage. 28 February 2019 - "Investing in the stability and prosperity of the region is actually an investment in the security and the future of the European Union, i.e. the whole of Europe. Close cooperation is a common interest, because only in this way can we provide citizens with economic and social development and security," Chief Negotiator Aleksandar Drljević said in Budapest on the topic of European Union integration. The Chief Negotiator for EU of Montenegro participated in the Third Western Balkans Conference "Integration through Business", organised by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Institute for Foreign Affairs and Trade. The region, Drljević said, does not want to remain on the margins of Europe, continuously proving that as a partner it can give a significant contribution to the stability and security of the continent through a joint struggle with the challenges of modern times, such as migrant pressures and security threats. Speaking at the panel "Connecting the EU and the Western Balkans - the Berlin Process and beyond", the Chief Negotiator pointed out that Montenegro continues to take steps to develop national transport and energy infrastructure and promote closer economic cooperation at the regional level, noting that well-developed and interconnected infrastructure is the driver of economic growth and opportunities for new jobs by attracting foreign investment. The conference was opened by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary Péter Szijjártó, who said that the EU's strategic interest was to integrate the Western Balkans, stressing that this is important because of economic and security aspects. In this regard, he expressed the expectation that the enlargement policy will remain high on the EU agenda after the elections for the European Parliament and the formation of a new European Commission. "Hungary is committed to speeding up the enlargement process. Our interest is stronger EU, and this is possible only through the integration of the Western Balkan countries," Minister Szijjártó said. He added that the integration of the Western Balkan countries can contribute to the EU's competitiveness and said that Hungary will continue to invest in the region, which is Hungary's significant trade partner. The conference was attended by decision-makers, experts and representatives of the business community, who exchanged views on the business environment and development concepts of the Western Balkans, as well as the ways in which the European Union, Germany and Hungary can contribute to the economic development of the Region. It was pointed out that economic development plays an important role in the EU accession process, and that, despite its achievements, faster and stronger development of the region is needed in order to improve living standards in the Western Balkans. In this context, the support of Hungary and Germany to the economic development of the region was expressed. 01 March 2019 - FC Bayern Munich snapped a two-game losing streak with a 75-89 road victory over Budućnost VOLI Podgorica on Friday to stay in the thick of the playoffs race. Bayern Munich used a strong second half to remain in ninth place while raising its record to 12-12, the same as eighth-place KIROLBET Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz. Vladimir Lucic collected 18 points and 7 rebounds while Danilo Barthel added 16 points for the winners. Nemanja Dangubic had 13 points and Petteri Koponen chipped in 11 as Bayern moved its road record to 4-8. Edwin Jackson paced Budućnost with 19 points on 5 three-pointers while Norris Cole had 12 points and Filip Barovic and Nemanja Gordic both tallied 10 points in the loss, which saw the Montenegrin side fall to 6-18. Cole started the scoring but Stefan Jovic, back on the court for the first time since Round 21, had two baskets in a 2-9 run for a 4-9 Bayern lead. Jackson knocked down a three-pointer at the other end but Barthel matched it and Maodo Lo's steal and layup had the guests up 12-20. James Bell and Koponen swapped triples as Bayern stayed ahead 17-25 after 10 minutes. Bayern used the three-pointer to keep in front, too, as Dangubic hit twice from long range and Barthel connected a second time for a 26-34 lead. Jackson answered with 2 three-pointers, the second which started an 11-0 Budućnost run over a stretch of 4 minutes with Barovic tallying 6 points and Bayern committing 4 turnovers as the hosts led 40-36. Derrick Williams stopped the drought for Bayern, but Petar Popovic connected at the buzzer to put the hosts up 44-41 at the break. Barthel's three-point play evened things to start the second half, and Williams's free throws put Bayern back ahead 44-46. After three successive Budućnost offensive rebounds, Jackson's free throws knotted it at 48-48. But Lucic sparked a 3-13 run with 8 points as Bayern surged ahead by double digits for the first time, 51-61. Braydon Hobbs followed up with a three-pointer as the Bayern advantage grew to 54-66. Gordic countered right back with a three-ball of his own, and he added another basket to make it 59-66 after 30 minutes. After Koponen and Cole each hit from downtown to start the final quarter, Koponen added a floater in helping Bayern push the gap to 62-75. Jackson kept Budućnost's hopes alive with a three-point shot, and Goga Bitadze trimmed the difference to 67-75. But Koponen struck from the arc again in an 0-8 surge for a 67-83 Bayern cushion with under 3 minutes to play, assuring the victory would go back to Germany. The Bayern Munich captain Danilo Barthel was outstanding all game with 16 points on 4-for-4 shooting from two-point range, 2-for-3 from the outside and 2-for-3 from the free throw line while also picking up 4 rebounds, 3 assists and just 1 turnover for a performance index rating of 22 in 31 minutes of action. Bayern head coach Dejan Radojic had a successful return to his hometown, where he played for Budućnost from 1991 to 1993 and again from 1998 to 2002. He also made his head coaching debut with Budućnost in 2005 and he served as the team's head coach for eight seasons, during which he won six Montenegrin League and as many Montenegrin Cup titles. Bayern Munich was out-rebounded 35-25 but made 45.8% from three-point range as well as 67.7% from two-point range while holding Budućnost to just 44.4% inside the three-point line. Budućnost will get its next shot to snap its four-game losing streak when it hosts Olympiacos Piraeus on March 8. Bayern meanwhile heads back home and will host Maccabi FOX Tel Aviv in a huge game in the battle for the playoffs on March 7. 01 March 2019 - You still haven’t decided where to head to for the winter holidays? Here’s our suggestion – come to Montenegro! As the name implies (Black Mountain), more than 80% of Montenegro is covered in mountains so we would say the best way to experience Montenegro is first to experience its mountains. Particularly in winters, Montenegro is in abundance with all kinds of winter activities from skiing, snowboarding, to ice-skating, snowmobiling and others. Montenegro has two main ski resorts, Ski Resort Kolašin 1450 and Ski Resort Savin Kuk, located within the staggering mountains of Bjelasica and Durmitor. Besides them, there are also smaller ski centres like Ski Centre Vučje, Ski Centre Lokve, Ski Centre Hajla etc. Ski Resort Kolašin 1450 offers a wide range of services including the ski-lift facilities, ski equipment rentals, ski depot for children and adults, night skiing, ski schools by professional ski instructors and much more at the 25km of slopes. The resort is located 8km from the city centre, at an altitude from 1450m up to 1973 meters, and easily accessible by car or bus. The slopes are well-maintained, divided and marked. Besides for experienced skiers, this place is very popular amongst the beginners and intermediates, who want to improve their skills. With good snow quality and reasonable prices, we are sure you will enjoy this resort to the full. Renting ski equipment for one day this season costs 10€ for adults, and for children 8€, while the price of a ski depot for the disposal of ski equipment is from 3€. Close to the National Park Biogradska Gora, this ski area is considered a great tourist destination where after an exhausting day on the ski slopes, you can rest and savour the delicious home-made Montenegrin cuisine with a glass of mulled wine. Kolašin 1600 Besides Kolašin 1450, this year, Ski Resort Kolašin 1600 has been opened, as “the new pearl of winter tourism in Montenegro”. The infrastructure of this ski centre will operate in total about 4.6 km of ski slopes, on which one six-seat ski lift is installed. Savin kuk Ski Resort Savin Kuk is located within the territory National Park Durmitor, 5km from Žabljak which is known as one of the favourite tourist destinations. At the altitude of 2,000 metres, this ski resort has two two-seater cable cars, three ski lifts, one of which is equipped with reflectors for night skiing, as well as a children's ski lift. There are a total of 5km ski slopes, with a capacity of 3 000 skiers. The resort is easily accessible by car and bus transport is often being organised from Podgorica. Javorovača In Žabljak, there is also another ski centre Javorovača, with two ski lifts, baby lift, night skiing, ski school and ski service, at the track length of 400 m. Vučje About 20 km from Nikšić in the direction towards Žabljak at an altitude of more than 1,300 metres, located on the slopes of the plateau of Krnovo, Ski Centre Vučje is placed. A recreational trail of 1200m, two smaller tracks of 120m and a snowboard park with jumps are at disposal for the visitors. The cable car has a capacity of 200 skiers per hour. Ski equipment renting prices are 10€ a day, which is the same price for a daily ski pass, while ski area for children and beginners, as well as rental of sledges, is 5€! The tourist-recreational complex Vučje, besides a ski centre, service for renting and repairing ski equipment, also includes a 3-star hotel with a restaurant. Hajla After being inactive for 13 years, Ski Centre Hajla has been reopened in 2017. Hajla is one of the most magnificent mountains in Montenegro. It is located at the very border of Montenegro and Kosovo, and with its highest peak of 2403 m, it is the highest mountain of the Montenegrin part of the Mountain wreath of Prokletije. Two ski schools are operating on the ski area, "Rožaje Ski School" and "Turjak Ski School" which are conducted by lead skiing instructors with international licenses. All accompanying equipment for safe skiing including safety fences, trail markers, mountain rescue services and equipment for urgent repair of possible injuries are installed, with a medical worker also on the track. Within the track named Turjak 2, snowboard club „Jump“is organising snowboarding school with a five-day training course. Lokve Ski Centre Lokve is located on the mountain Cmiljevica, at an altitude of 1350 to 1700 meters. Found close to the same-named hotel Lokve, which has not been working for the past couple of years due to privatisation, this ski centre is 15km away from Berane, and next to the main road to Rožaje. Thanks to its mesmerising nature and the fact that is close to the highway to Serbia, this ski centre has a great potential of becoming a real winter attraction in this northern part of Montenegro. Currently, the length of existing slopes is around five kilometres, and the centre has a two-seater chair lift and two ski lifts. The daily ski equipment price for adults is 10€, for children 7€ and the youngest 5€. Source: My Guide Montenegro 28 February 2019 - The German Airline Lufthansa has confirmed that starting from April, the company will launch a seasonal flight from Tivat to Munich and Frankfurt in Germany as part of the expansion of the network in the Balkans Peninsula. Lufthansa will enter the Montenegrin market next year by launching flights from Munich and Frankfurt to Tivat. Services from both German cities will be maintained once per week. The Munich-Tivat service will start April 13, while the Frankfurt-Tivat service will be launched three days later, April 16. The services will be maintained with the airline’s 136-seat Airbus A319 aircraft. The Director of Lufthansa Group in Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and Slovenia, Bernhard Wodl, stated that Lufthansa decided to launch connections between Tivat and both its hubs in Germany, as the Montenegrin market has a lot of potentials. From Montenegro, passengers will be able to use Lufthansa’s large global network of hundreds of destinations and thousands of connections. During the negotiations with the German airline, Danilo Orlandić, Head of the Airports of Montenegro, gave a statement on the importance of the connection with the German market and the cooperation with Lufthansa. "Lufthansa, as one of the most important carriers in Europe and the world, should be our partner. The German market is extremely important for our tourism industry. Furthermore, German airports have excellent worldwide connectivity, so the launch of new routes to this market is vital for the public, "said Orlandić. You can find more information about the new service and the schedules of the new flights at the TMN dedicated page. Other Lufthansa Group-member airlines serving Montenegro include Austrian Airlines from Vienna to Podgorica, Brussels Airlines to Tivat, as well as Eurowings from Dusseldorf to Tivat. Other airlines which have already confirmed new flights to the Montenegrin market next year include Laudamotion from Stuttgart to Podgorica and Enter Air from Poznan to Tivat. 28 February 2019 - Ryanair has put tickets on sale for its upcoming new service between Barcelona and Podgorica! Connections from Barcelona to the Balkans are becoming even more diverse as Ryanair launches a new route to Podgorica in June. Montenegrin Airports have invested enormous effort to establish the direct airline Podgorica - Barcelona, bearing in mind the fact that the Pyrenees peninsula is one of the most significant markets in Europe. As TMN reported earlier, Danilo Orlandić, the Montenegro Airports’ executive director, started negotiations for the establishment of the airline above at a meeting within European Aviation Forum, Connect 2018. "As I said earlier, we took a proactive approach and established contact with companies within markets that we think are not open enough. One of the most important markets is the Pyrenees peninsula and having in mind all factors, we decided to do everything to establish the direct line Podgorica - Barcelona, "Orlandić told CdM. The European Aviation Forum, Connect 2018 gathered more than 500 representatives of 65 airline companies and 250 airports who visited Georgia’s capital city of Tbilisi to discuss aviation challenges. During the three days of the Forum, the delegates of air companies including Royal Dutch Airlines, Gulf Air, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Ukraine International Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and many others have discussed existing and expected challenges in the field of air traffic, and have provided grounds for cooperation between airlines and airports for new flights. Podgorica – Barcelona flights will launch on June 6 and run once per week, each Thursday, until October 6, after which the route will be maintained twice per week, on Thursdays and Sundays. It marks Ryanair's second new service to the Montenegrin capital this year, following Bologna. Further flight details can be found at the ExYu Aviation Website. As CdM learns, the significance of this line is enormous, as Podgorica Airport will be the only airport in the region that will be connected to Barcelona throughout the year. Other airports have seasonal lines with the capital of Catalonia, so Podgorica will be the point of uniting this part of Europe with Barcelona outside the season. This is the first direct airline linking Montenegro and Spain. The biggest Montenegrin club, the Women's Handball Club Buducnost, celebrated the Jubilee - 70 years of existence in the Montenegrin National Theater. The history began on February 13th, 1949, when Jug from Dubrovnik was defeated in Titograd with the result 5:2. Seven decades were presented through a documentary by Blagota Marunovic and the Center for Multimedia Production (CEZAM), in which their stories about Buducnost were told by the former presidents Misko Kalezic, Rade Djurdjic, Budimir Stanisic and Predrag Boskovic, famous coach and sports director Nikola Petrovic, legends of this sport Maja Bulatovic and Bojana Popovic, current head of the expert staff Dragan Adzic and well-known senior fans - Zef-Bato Dedivanovic and Husein-Ceno Tuzovic. A monograph was also presented, edited by Ana Markovic and Milos Pavicevic."The number of years of existence and trophies in club cabinets is almost identical - 65 cups in national, regional and European frames, give us the right to say that Buducnost is both a Montenegrin and European brand. Buducnost is the history of European handball, and I am sure it will have a bright future," said Radmila Petrovic, the president of Buducnost, who presented the thank-you notes to the Montenegrin President Milo Djukanovic, to EHF's leader Michael Viderer and to Boskovic, his predecessor at the head of the board. At the end of the ceremony, the six legends of this sport received the newest club's most prestigious awards. The stars of Buducnost became Svetlana Antic, Ljiljana Vucevic, Olga Sekulic, Maja Bulatovic, Bojana Popovic and Milena Raicevic, who achieved the greatest successes in the history of Montenegrin handball. Text by Nikola Nikolic, on February 28th 2019, read more at Vijesti
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ECG Analysis Technology Chair: Stef Zeemering Co-Chair: Jake Bergquist 11:00 - 11:15 Session S21, ID 357 - A Transfer Learning Model -Based Patient-Specific ECG Lead Synthesis Algorithm Joel Xue Alivecor Inc Monday September 9, 2024 Monday, September 9, 2024 11:00 - 12:30 Monday Session S24 - 1. Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Chair: Cristiana Corsi Co-Chair: Cristian Linte 12:15 - 12:30 Session S24, ID 465 - Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure Estimation Using Statistical Shape Models Abhijit Adhikary, Adelaide De Vecchi, Pablo Lamata King's College London 12:30 Monday Social Event Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:00 - 13:00 Tuesday Lunch 13:00 - 14:30 Tuesday Session S51 - 6. Photoplethysmography Chair: Peter H. Charlton Co-Chair: Vlasta Bari 13:00 - 14:30 Tuesday Session S53 - 3b. Atrial signal analysis Chair: Ismael Hernández Co-Chair: Miguel Rodrigo 13:45 - 14:00 Session S53, ID 157 - Wavelet Based Denoising of Fractionated EGM Signals Tanger Niklas, Dylan Vermoortele, Hans Dierckx, Piet Claus KU Leuven 14:30 - 14:45 Tuesday Break 14:45 - 15:15 Session S61, ID 491 - AI from the Clinical Perspective Benjamin Meder University Hospital Heidelberg 14:45 - 16:00 Tuesday Session S62 - 4a. Machine Learning and Signal Processing Applications Chair: Shijie Zhou Co-Chair: Óscar Barquero 14:45 - 16:15 Tuesday Session S63 - 3b. Atrial Mapping Chair: Olaf Dössel Co-Chair: Karli Gillette 14:45 - 16:15 Tuesday Session S64 - 8. Physionet Challenge II Chair: Gari Clifford Co-Chair: Matthew Reyna 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Coffee break 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P71 - 1. Cardiovascular imaging 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P72 - 2. Cardiovascular Mechanics 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P73a - 3a. Ventricular Arrhythmias 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P73b - 3b. Atrial signal analysis 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P74a - 4a. Misc Pathologies with ECG 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P74b - 4b. BSPM and ECGI 16:15 - 17:45 Session P75, ID 320 - Stretch of the Papillary Muscle Insertion Region Triggers Reentrant Arrhythmia Lena Myklebust, Giulia Monopoli, Mary M Maleckar, Hermenegild Arevalo Simula Research Laboratory 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P76a - 6. Software Platforms 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P76a - 6. Databases 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P77 - 7. Heart Rate Variability 16:15 - 17:45 Tuesday Session P78 - 8. Physionet Challenge III 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 262 - ECG-DUal: Pose- and Warp-invariant Digitalization of Printed ECGs Using Dual U-nets Elias Stenhede, Bjørn-Jostein Singstad, Arian Ranjbar Akershus University Hospital 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 272 - Advanced Object Detection and Thresholding Techniques for ECG Digitalization Using YOLOv8 and Synthetic Training Data Martin Kropf1, Dieter Hayn2, Martin Baumgartner3, Sai Pavan Kumar Veeranki4, Fabian Wiesmueller5 1TU Graz, 2AIT Austrian Institute of Technology and Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Digital Health and Prevention, 3AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, 4Technical University Graz, 5AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH, Graz, Austria 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 277 - Automated Digitization of Paper-Based ECGs: A Methodological Approach Enhanced by Denoising Autoencoders Chaithanya Kalyan Reddy Bhuma, Subhash khambampati, Sushanth Reddy Dondapati, Tejo Vardhan Kattamuri, Bharadwaj Madiraju, Kunal Achintya Reddy Seerapu, Rahul Krishnan Pathinarupothi Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 343 - Hybrid Approach for Electrocardiogram Images Classification: Residual Network and Random Forest Jingzhi Gong1, Noor Qaqos1, Chintan Patel1, Ekenedirichukwu Nelson Obianom1, Shamsu Idris Abdullahi1, Fan Feng2, Abdulmalik Koya1, Abdulhamed Mohammed Jasim1, ZAID A. ABOD1, G. Andre Ng1, Xin Li1 1University of Leicester, 2Uni of Leicester 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 370 - Enabling ECG Digitization and Classification with Hierachical End-To-End Training Tizian Claus Dege1, Maurice Rohr2, Christoph Hoog Antink1 1TU Darmstadt, 2Technical University of Darmstadt 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 372 - Leveraging Binarized Generated Images for Enhanced Denoising and Digitization of Scanned ECGs Rafael Silva1, Yingyu Yang2, Maëlis Morier3, Safaa Al-Ali4, Maxime Sermesant2 1Epione Research Team, Inria, Université C�te d'Azur, France, 2Inria, 3Université Côte d'Azur, 4Inria, Sophia antipolis 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 375 - Efficient End-to-End Neural Network Architecture for Denoising-Extraction-Classification on ECG Images zirui wang, sunxiaohe li, yizhuo feng, yang liu 15718031883 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 382 - A Versatile, Advanced Framework for Enhanced Multi-Label ECG Classification Leveraging Synergistic Deep and Traditional Machine Learning Techniques Vinayaka Vivekananda Malgi and Sunil Aryal Deakin University 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 385 - Optimizing 12-Lead Electrocardiogram Abnormality Detection with VGGNet and ResNet Ravindu Hiran Weerakoon, Sasika Pamith Amarasinghe, Isiri Amani Withanawasam University of Moratuwa 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 393 - Transformative Multimodal Fusion Techniques for ECG Image Analysis: PulsePlex's Approach for Classification and Waveforms Reconstruction MD. Kamrujjaman Mobin Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 402 - Comparative Analysis of Digitization and Direct Classification Approaches for Arrhythmia Detection from Paper ECGs Using CNN Based Architectures. Jana F Abedeljaber1, Biswajit Padhi2, Ping Zhang1 1The Ohio State University, 2Ohio State University 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 468 - A Hybrid Method Combining Graph Convolutional Network and Structured State Space Model for Reconstructing and Classifying Paper ECGs Xiang Wang Shanghai Jiao Tong University 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 472 - Contrastive Waveform-Image Pretraining for Electrocardiogram Digitization and Classification Adel M Hassan1 and Muhammad Nuhan Ahnaf2 1Baylor College of Medicine, 2Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 28 - Multi-step Approach for the Extraction of RR Intervals from Scanned Paper ECGs Marcus Vollmer1, Marc Dörner2, Stefanie Schreiber3, Stefan Vielhaber3, Lars Kaderali4 1Institute of Bioinformatics, University Medicine Greifswald; DZHK (German Centre of Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Greifswald, 21) Department of Consultation-Liaison-Psychiatry and Psychosomatic Medicine, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich 2) German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) within the Helmholtz Association, 3Otto-von-Guericke University, 4Institute of Bioinformatics, University Medicine Greifswald 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 495 - Fusion of Deep Learning and Rule-Based Techniques for Enhanced Paper-Based ECG Digitization Amaan Kazi, Kelvin K Nguyen, Varun Sendilraj, Shadi Manafi, Sasan Esfahani, Zaniar Ardalan, Saman Parvaneh Edwards Lifesciences 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 496 - Applying pre-trained deep learning models for Multi-Label Classification of Realistic and Noisy Electrocardiogram Images Navchetan Awasthi1 and Swati Gupta2 1University of Amsterdam, 2VIB KU leuven 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 498 - Automated ECG Image Classification with InceptionV3 David YN Njoroge1, Victor Ruto2, Antony Gitau3, Lorna Mugambi4, Victoria A Sitati1, Austin Kaburia1 1Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, 2Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, 3Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, 4Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAIL) 16:15 - 17:45 Session P78, ID 499 - Heart Disease Classification Using EfficientNet B5 with Three-Dimensional Scaled Electrocardiogram Images David Wachira Warutumo, Paul K Bett, Clinton Mwangi Kuya, Mary Wambui Kariuki DSAIL Wednesday, September 11, 2024 08:30 - 10:00 Wednesday Session S81 - 11. Special Session. Grasping Atrial Fibrillation: Untangling Mechanisms, Approaches, and Future Directions Chair: Axel Loewe Co-Chair: Jichao Zhao 08:30 - 09:00 Session S81, ID 133 - Computational Insights into Atrial Fibrillation: Modeling Mechanisms and Guiding Treatment Strategies Jichao Zhao The University of Auckland 09:00 - 09:15 Session S81, ID 14 - Development of a User-Friendly Pipeline for Constructing Atrial Models at Scale: Importance of the End-User for Clinical Uptake Laura Bevis1, Semhar Biniam Misghina1, Elisa Rauseo1, Carlos Edgar Lopez Barrera1, Gernot Plank2, Edward Vigmond3, Axel Loewe4, Elias Karabelas5, Steffen E Petersen1, Gregory Slabaugh1, Anthony Mathur1, Caroline H Roney1 1Queen Mary University of London, 2Medical University of Graz, 3LIRYC - University of Bordeaux, 4Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 5University of Graz 09:15 - 09:30 Session S81, ID 108 - Atrial Fibrillation: How to Move Forward in This Complex Arrhythmia Nele Vandersickel Ghent University 09:30 - 09:45 Session S81, ID 490 - Atrial Fibrillation Goes beyond Arrhythmias: You Will Have Stroke If You Do Not Treat It. Let's Model It! Oscar Camara Universitat Pompeu Fabra 8:30 - 10:00 Wednesday Session S82 - 6. Software Platforms Chair: Jari Hyttinen Co-Chair: Philip Warrick 08:30 - 08:45 Session S82, ID 319 - A Resource-Efficient Open-Source Solver for Monodomain Equations in Cardiac Electrophysiology Alessandro Gatti1, James D Trotter2, Tor Skeie3, Hermenegild Arevalo2, Xing Cai2 1Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, 2Simula Research Laboratory, 3University of Oslo 08:45 - 09:00 Session S82, ID 232 - Facilitating Reproducible in Silico Experiments with openCARP: A Step toward FAIR and Open Science in Cardiac Electrophysiology Marie Houillon1, Jorge Sánchez2, Matthias Gsell3, Aurel Neic4, Anton J Prassl3, Gunnar Seemann5, Gernot Plank3, Edward Vigmond6, Axel Loewe7 1Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, 2ITACA Institute, Universidad Politècnica de València, 3Medical University of Graz, 4NumeriCor GmbH, 5University Heart Center Freiburg • Bad Krozingen, 6LIRYC - University of Bordeaux, 7Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) 09:00 - 09:15 Session S82, ID 311 - Constructing Ventricular Digital Twins from Multi-Modal Clinical Data at Large Scale María Correas García1, Ines Llorente2, Ernesto Zacur3, Jana Reventós Presmanes4, Andreu M. Climent2, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez2, Jorge Sánchez5 1ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València, 2Universitat Politècnica de València, 3CorifyCare S.L., 4Arrhythmias Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, 5ITACA Institute, Universidad Politècnica de València 09:15 - 09:30 Session S82, ID 408 - Assessing Ion Channel Blockade and Electromechanical Biomarkers' Interrelations through a Novel Multi-Channel Causal Variational Autoencoder Safaa Al-Ali1, Maria T Mora2, Maxime Sermesant3, Beatriz Trenor2, Irene Balelli4 1Inria, Sophia antipolis, 2Universitat Politècnica de València, 3Inria, 4Inria Center of University Côte d'Azur 09:30 - 09:45 Session S82, ID 455 - CosmoNote/PhysioNet: Simple Web Viewing, Annotating, and Time Map Navigating for PhysioBank Databases Lawrence Fyfe1 and Elaine Chew2 1Independent, 2King's College London 09:45 - 10:00 Session S82, ID 355 - The MUSIC Database: Sudden Cardiac Death in Heart Failure Patients Alba Martin1, Antonio Bayés-de-Luna2, Rafael Vazquez3, Pablo Laguna4, Juan Pablo Martínez5 1Biomedical Signal Interpretation and Computational Simulation Group (BSICoS), Universidad de Zaragoza, 2Cardiovascular Research Foundation, Research Institute Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, IIB-Sant Pau, Barcelona, Spain, 3Cardiology Service, Hospital Universitario Puerta del Mar. Departamento de Medicina, Universidad de Cádiz. Instituto de Investigación e Innovación Biomédica de Cádiz (INiBICA)., 4Zaragoza University, 5jpmart@unizar.es 08:30 - 10:00 Wednesday Session S83 - 2. Cardiovascular Mechanics I Chair: Laura Buratinni Co-Chair: Óscar Cámara 08:30 - 08:45 Session S83, ID 237 - Analyzing the Fiber Effects of Combining Different Laplace-Dirichlet Rule-Based Methods for Simulating Heart Electromechanics Roberto Piersanti1, Luca Dede'1, Natalia Trayanova2, Alfio Quarteroni1 1Politecnico di Milano, 2Johns Hopkins University 08:45 - 09:00 Session S83, ID 456 - Cardiac Sensitivities to Biomechanical Changes in a Chronic Alcoholic Heart: A Case Study Using 3-Dimensional Electro-Mechanical Heart Modelling Shahrokh Rahmani1, Jim Pouliopoulos2, Angela Lee3, Rosie Kate Barrows4, Marina Strocchi3, Cristobal Rodero5, Abdul Qayyum5, Caroline H Roney6, Christoph Augustin7, Gernot Plank7, Andrew Jabbour8, Diane Fatkin9, Steven Niederer5 1Dept of National Heart & Lung Institute, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, 2Victorchang Cardiac Research Institute, 3King's College London, 4King's College London / Imperial College London, 5Imperial College London, 6Queen Mary University of London, 7Medical University of Graz, 8VCCRI, 9Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute 09:00 - 09:15 Session S83, ID 480 - Torsional Adaptations in the Left Ventricle Post-myocardial Infarction Tanmay Mukherjee, Emilio E Mendiola, Reza Avazmohammadi Texas A&M University 09:15 - 09:30 Session S83, ID 240 - Model-based Analysis of Myocardial Strains in Obstructive and Non-obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Francesca Menna1, Joan Duprez2, Marion Taconne3, Adrien AL WAZZAN4, Eleonore SERRANO5, Lotfi Senhadji6, erwan donal7, Jari A Hyttinen8, Alfredo Hernandez9, Virginie Le Rolle10 1University of Rennes, 2Univ Rennes, LTSI - U1099, 3Politecnico di Milano, 4Rennes University Hospital, 5CHU Rennes, 6LTSI - Inserm - UnivRennes, 7LTSI UNiversité Rennes-1, 8Tampere University, 9INSERM - LTSI U 1099, 10LTSI - INSERM U1099 - Université de Rennes 1 09:30 - 09:45 Session S83, ID 489 - Sensitivity Analysis of an Elastance-based Cardiovascular Model for CRT Optimization Guilhem Fauré1, Romano Setzu1, Serge Cazeau2, Alfredo Hernandez3 1MicroPort CRM, 2MicroPort CRM - Saint Joseph Hospital Paris, 3INSERM - LTSI U 1099 09:45 - 10:00 Session S83, ID 77 - Chief Complaints and Survival of Heart Failure Patients at Critical Care Units Filip Plesinger1, Eniko Vargova1, Zuzana Koscova2, Radovan Smisek3, Jan Pavlus1, Veronika Bulkova4, Pavel Jurak1 1Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, 2Department of Biomedical Informatics, Emory University, 3Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, v. v. i., 4MDT-Medical Data Transfer 08:30 - 10:00 Wednesday Session S84 - 4b. Methods in ECGI Chair: Yesim Seringaoglu Co-Chair: Matthijs Cluitmans 08:30 - 08:45 Session S84, ID 32 - Towards Reduced Order Modelling of Cardiac Electroanatomical Mapping Olivier Crabbe1, Karim El Houari2, Louis Rigal3, Sophie Collin4, Pierre L'Eplattenier5, Christelle Grivot5, Michel Rochette5, Antoine Simon6, Pascal Haigron7, Raphael Martins8 1University of Rennes, France (LTSI), 2Ansys, 3Univ Rennes, CHU Rennes, CLCC Eugène Marquis, Inserm, LTSI – UMR 1099, 4Ansys Inc, 5Ansys Inc., 6LTSI, Univ. Rennes 1, 7Université de Rennes, Inserm, 8Univ Rennes, CHU Rennes, LTSI Inserm U1099 08:45 - 09:00 Session S84, ID 290 - Finite Element-Based Space-Time Total Variation Regularization of the Inverse Problem in ECGI Manuel Haas1, Thomas Grandits2, Thomas Pinetz1, Simone Pezzuto3, Alexander Effland1 1University of Bonn, 2University of Graz, 3University of Trento 09:00 - 09:15 Session S84, ID 294 - Improved Performance of Data-Adaptive Regression Framework Based on Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines for Electrocardiographic Imaging Amael Mombereau1, Yesim Serinagaoglu Dogrusoz2, Remi Dubois3, Laura R Bear4 1Univ. Bordeaux, INSERM, CRCTB, U 1045, IHU Liryc, 2Middle East Technical University, 3IHU LIRYC, 4IHU-LIRYC 09:15 - 09:30 Session S84, ID 215 - ECGI without Geometry: A Deep Learning Based Estimation of Heart Surface Potentials Tiantian Wang1, Joel Karel1, Pietro Bonizzi2, Niels Osnabrugge1, Kurt Driessens1, Job Stoks1, Matthijs Cluitmans1, Paul Volders1, Ralf L.M. Peeters3 1Maastricht University, 2Department of Data Science and Knowledge Engineering, Maastricht University, 3Dept. Advanced Computing Sciences, Maastricht University 09:30 - 09:45 Session S84, ID 323 - In-silico Framework for Estimation of Atrial Septal Ectopic Beats: A Combination of Mathematical Models, Electrocardiographic Imaging, and Support Vector Machines Rubén Molero Alabau1, Raúl Moreno-Lopez2, Andrea Cano Cabañero2, Clara Herrero Martín1, Carlos Fambuena Santos3, Andreu M. Climent1, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez1 1Universitat Politècnica de València, 2ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València, 3UPV 09:45 - 10:00 Session S84, ID 469 - Revolutionizing Cardiac Diagnostics: Innovative Real-Time Fully Automated Non-Invasive Electroanatomical Mapping System Mikhail Chmelevsky1, Aleksandr Sinitca2, Chiara Arduino3, Svyatoslav Khamzin4, Arsenii Dokuchaev4, Anastasia Bazhutina4, Stepan Zubarev5, Margarita Budanova6, Werner Rainer3 1Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino, 2XSpline SpA, 3XSpline S.p.A., 4XSpline S.p.A, 5Almazov National Medical Research Center, Saint-Petersburg, Russia; Institute Of Immunology and Physiology, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, Russia; Xspline S.p.a, Bolzano, Italy, 6Federal Almazov National Medical Research Center 10:00 - 10:30 Wednesday Coffee break 10:30 - 12:00 Wednesday Session S91 - 4a. ECG and Structural Heart Diseases Chair: Pyotr Platonov Co-Chair: Jana Svehlikova 10:30 - 10:45 Session S91, ID 394 - Semi Automated Pipeline to Create Anatomical Twins and Perform Electrophysiology Simulations for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Shambhavi Malik1, Ludovica Cicci1, Abdul Qayyum1, Rahul Ghelani1, Ji-Jian Chow2, Alistair Young3, Gernot Plank4, Prapa Kanagaratnam5, Steven Niederer1 1Imperial College London, 2Hammersmith Hospital, 3King's College London, 4Medical University of Graz, 5Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust 10:45 - 11:00 Session S91, ID 427 - Improving ECG Diagnosis of Left Ventricular Hypertrophy with Contrastive ECG-echocardiogram Learning Mously Dior Diaw1, Stéphane Papelier2, Alexandre Durand-Salmon2, Julien Oster3 1Banook Group - IADI, U1254, Inserm, Université de Lorraine, 2Banook Group, 3Inserm 11:00 - 11:15 Session S91, ID 126 - ECG Deep Learning Dissects Physiology of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Sunil Manohar1, Betty Raman1, Alfonso Bueno-Orovio1, Marcel Beetz2, Yuling Sang1, Zuzanna Borawska1, Blanca Rodriguez1, Raymond Y Kwong3, Milind Desai4, William S Weintraub5, Christopher M Kramer6, Stefan Neubauer1, Hugh Watkins1, Vicente Grau2, Sanjay Manohar7, Rina Ariga1 1University of Oxford, 2Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, 3Brigham and Women's Hospital, 4Cleveland Clinic, 5MedStar Health Research Institure, 6University of Virginia Health, 7Oxford 11:15 - 11:30 Session S91, ID 325 - In Silico Pace Mapping Outperforms ECGi in Identifying Focal Origins Fernando Campos1, Mark K Elliot2, Nadeev Wijesuriya2, Marina Strocchi2, John Whitaker2, Sofia Monaci2, Gernot Plank3, Christopher Aldo Rinaldi2, Martin Bishop2 1School of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Sciences, King's College London, 2King's College London, 3Medical University of Graz 11:30 - 11:45 Session S91, ID 422 - ECG-Based Unsupervised Model Predicts Heart Failure and Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events in the General Population Josseline Nicole Madrid1, Stefan van Duijvenboden2, Patricia Munroe3, Ana Mincholé1, Julia Ramírez1 1University of Zaragoza, 2UCL institute of cardiovascular science, 3QMUL 11:45 - 12:00 Session S91, ID 377 - Scar Imaging Minimally Affects Ablation Target Identification with In-silico Pace-mapping Fernando Campos1, Pranav Bhagirath2, Zhong Chen3, Sofia Monaci3, John Whitaker3, Gernot Plank4, Christopher Aldo Rinaldi3, Martin Bishop3 1School of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Sciences, King's College London, 2Kings College London, 3King's College London, 4Medical University of Graz 10:30 - 12:00 Wednesday Session S92 - 6. Medical technology Chair: Luca Mainardi Co-Chair: Guy Carrault 10:30 - 10:45 Session S92, ID 419 - Comparison of Simultaneous Recordings from Medical-Grade and Smartwatch ECGs Haashim Mohammad Amir1, Bhavini J Bhatt1, Alun Hughes2, Siana Jones1, Michele Orini3 1University College London, 2UCL, 3University College London, Institute of Cardiovascular Science 10:45 - 11:00 Session S92, ID 432 - Comparison between a Medical-Grade Device and a Cuffless Consumer-Grade Device for Day and Night Blood Pressure Monitoring Bhavini J Bhatt1, Haashim Mohammad Amir1, Siana Jones1, Alun Hughes2, Michele Orini3 1University College London, 2UCL, 3University College London, Institute of Cardiovascular Science 11:00 - 11:15 Session S92, ID 431 - Monitoring the Association between Movements and Heart Rate Changes During Sleep: Feasibility of a Multi-sensor Wearable System Setup Marcello Sicbaldi1, Paola di Florio1, Abdul Haleem Butt2, Luca Palmerini1, Lorenzo Chiari3, Alessandro Silvani1 1University of Bologna, 2Univeristy of Bologna, 3DEI - University of Bologna 11:15 - 11:30 Session S92, ID 152 - Determining Human Activity through ECG Motion Artifacts Abdelrahman Abdou1, Wagner Hoffmann2, Andrew Lowe2, Sri Krishnan1 1Toronto Metropolitan University, 2Auckland University of Technology 11:30 - 11:45 Session S92, ID 434 - Changes in Signal Morphology of Hand-held ECG Devices with Dry Electrodes Markus Johannes Lüken1, Matthias Zink2, Steffen K Leonhardt3 1Medical Information Technology, RWTH Aachen University, 2Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Physiology, Maastricht, the Netherlands, 3RWTH Aachen University 11:45 - 12:00 Session S92, ID 252 - Investigation of the Influence of the Moisture Content of Clothes on Capacitive Electrocardiography Onno Linschmann1, Steffen K Leonhardt2, Markus Johannes Lüken3 1RWTH Aachen, 2RWTH Aachen University, 3Medical Information Technology, RWTH Aachen University 10:30 - 12:00 Wednesday Session S93 - 2. Cardiovascular Mechanics II Chair: Filip Plesinger Co-Chair: Pablo Lamata 10:30 - 10:45 Session S93, ID 378 - Combined Estimation of Cross-sectional Area, Flow Rate and Pulse Wave Velocity Using Physics-Informed Neural Networks with 1D Hemodynamic Model Data Javier Orera, Pilar Garcia-Navarro, Julia Ramírez, Javier Murillo University of Zaragoza 10:45 - 11:00 Session S93, ID 149 - Identifiability as a Crucial Step for Using 0D Models to Derive Deeper Physiological Insights: An Application to Neonatal Cardiovascular Modelling Robyn Walker May1, Gonzalo D Maso Talou2, Finbar John Argus3 1University of Auckland, 2The University of Auckland, 3The Auckland Bioengineering Institute, The University of Auckland 11:00 - 11:15 Session S93, ID 191 - Preliminary Implementation of Novel Bifurcation Pressure Loss Model in a Reduced-Order Cardiovascular Flow Model Natalia Leonie Rubio, Luca Pegolotti, Martin R Pfaller, Eric Darve, Alison L Marsden Stanford University 11:15 - 11:30 Session S93, ID 314 - Predicting High-Risk Patients: A Biomechanical-Based Machine Learning Approach for Coronary Vulnerable Plaques Detection Anna Corti1, Marco Stefanati1, Matteo Leccardi1, Ovidio De Filippo2, Alessandro Depaoli2, Pietro Cerveri1, Francesco Migliavacca1, Valentina Corino1, Jose F Rodriguez Matas1, Luca Mainardi1, Gabriele Dubini1 1Politecnico di Milano, 2"Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino" Hospital, University of Turin 11:20 - 11:40 Session S93, ID 25 - Towards the Creation of a Bioprinted Aortic Valve Prosthesis Aadi N Bhensdadia Sarasota County 11:45 - 12:00 Session S93, ID 475 - A CMR-based Study of 3D Torsional Behavior of Left Ventricle Post Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Vahid Naeini, Seyed Babak Peighambari, Tanmay Mukherjee, Emilio E Mendiola, Reza Avazmohammadi Texas A&M University 10:30 - 12:00 Wednesday Session S94 - 4b. Clinical applications of ECGI Chair: María Guillem Co-Chair: Peter van Dam 10:30 - 10:45 Session S94, ID 204 - T-Wave Alternans Estimation with Manifold Learning Estela Sánchez-Carballo1, Francisco-Manuel Melgarejo-Meseguer2, arcadi Garcia3, Juan José Sánchez Muñoz4, Ramya Vijayakumar5, YORAM RUDY6, Jose Luis Rojo-Alvarez2 1Department of Signal Theory and Communications, Telematics and Computing Systems, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, 2Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, 3University of Murcia (Spain), 4Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology Unit, Department of Cardiology. Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, Spain, 5Washington University in St. Louis, 6Washington University in St Louis 10:45 - 11:00 Session S94, ID 342 - Assessment of 12-Lead ECG-based Noninvasive Electroanatomical Mapping Accuracy: Incorporating Fibrosis Data in Advanced Computational Algorithms Anastasia Bazhutina1, Svyatoslav Khamzin1, Aleksandr Sinitca2, Mikhail Chmelevsky3, Margarita Budanova4, Olga Aparina5, Elena M Rimskaya6, Olga Stukalova6, Sergey Ternovoy6, Sergey Golitsyn6 1XSpline S.p.A, 2XSpline SpA, 3Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino, 4Federal Almazov National Medical Research Center, 5NMRC of Cardiology, 6Chazov National Medical Research Center of Cardiology 11:00 - 11:15 Session S94, ID 334 - Automatic Real-time Cardiac Mapping System for the Evaluation of Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Rubén Molero Alabau1, Marta Martínez Pérez2, Mariona Regany Closa3, Margarida Pujol Lopez3, Berta Pellicer Sendra4, Roger Borràs3, Freddy Rainier Graterol3, Jaume Serrano Campaner4, Jana Reventós Presmanes5, Till Althoff3, Ivo Roca Luque3, Eduard Guasch3, Jose Maria Tolosana3, Lluis Mont3, Andreu M. Climent1, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez1 1Universitat Politècnica de València, 2COR-Group, ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València, Valencia, Spain, 3Institut Clínic Cardiovascular, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, 4Corify Care SL, Madrid, Spain, 5Arrhythmias Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona 11:15 - 11:30 Session S94, ID 257 - Comparing Inverse Reconstructed Endocardial and Epicardial Activation and Recovery with Invasive Electroanatomic Mapping Manon M Kloosterman1, Machteld Boonstra1, Iris van der Schaaf2, Anneline te Riele2, Peter Loh3, Peter M. van Dam4 1University Medical Center Utrecht, 2UMC Utrecht, 3University Medical Center, 4Center for Digital Medicine and Robotics, Jagiellonian University Medical College 11:30 - 11:45 Session S94, ID 353 - Impact of CRT Device Settings on Interventricular Dyssynchrony: An Analysis Using Non-Invasive Activation Map Reconstruction Svyatoslav Khamzin1, Stepan Zubarev2, Anastasia Bazhutina1, Margarita Budanova3, Aleksandr Sinitca4, Mikhail Chmelevsky5 1XSpline S.p.A, 2Almazov National Medical Research Center, Saint-Petersburg, Russia; Institute Of Immunology and Physiology, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, Russia; Xspline S.p.a, Bolzano, Italy, 3Federal Almazov National Medical Research Center, 4XSpline SpA, 5Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino 11:45 - 12:00 Session S94, ID 298 - Bayesian Estimation for Cardiac Activity Reconstruction Using Clinical Data Beata Ondrusova1, Jana Svehlikova2, Nika Rasoolzadeh3, Yesim Serinagaoglu Dogrusoz3 1Institute of Measurement Science, 2Institute of Measurement Science, SAS, 3Middle East Technical University 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Lunch 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA1 - 1. Cardiovascular imaging 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 266 - Investigation of Left Ventricle Shape Dynamics in Preterm Infants Studied by Geometric Morphometrics Tatiana Chumarnaya1, Roman Rokeakh2, Evgeniya Gusarova3, Lev Malishevskii4, Olga Solovyova2 1Ural Federal University; Institute of Immunology and Physiology Ural branch of Russian Academy of Sciences, 2Institute of Immunology and Physiology UrB RAS, 3Federal State Budgetary Institution Ural Research Institute for Maternity and Infancy Protection of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Ekaterinburg, 4Almazov National Medical Research Centre 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 302 - Interpretable Echo Analysis Using Self-Supervised Parcels Sylwia Majchrowska, Anders G.F. Hildeman, Ricardo Mokhtari, Philip A Teare AstraZeneca 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 316 - DIVAID: Automatic Division of Bi-Atrial Geometries into Clinically Important Regions Christian Goetz1, Patricia Martinez Diaz2, Till Althoff3, Constanze Prof. Schmidt4, Axel Loewe5 1Department of Cardiology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany, 2Karlsruhe Insitute of Technology, 3Institut Clínic Cardiovascular, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, 4University Hospital Heidelberg, 5Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 321 - Exploring the Correlation between Radiomics Features and Coronary Artery Calcification Lida Alinezhad1, Stefano Severi1, Cristiana Corsi1, Francesco Maffessanti2 1University of Bologna, 2Maria Cecilia Hospital, GVM Care & Research 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 333 - A Pipeline for Processing Ultrasound Image and Doppler Videos: Application to Dynamic Arterial Flowmetry and Diameter Measurement olivier Meste1, Colin Lavigne2, Fatimah Syam3, Gregory M Blain4 1Université Côte d'Azur, CNRS, I3S, 2UniversitÃ© Cote d'Azur, Lab LAHMESS, 3Université Cote d'Azur, Lab. I3S, 4UniversitÃ© Cote d'Azur, Lab. LAMHESS 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 335 - A Radiomics-Based Machine Learning Approach for Coronary Stenosis Assessment from Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography Francesca Ronchetti1, Anna Corti2, Francesca Lo Iacono2, Mattia Chiesa1, Gianluca Pontone1, Gualtiero Colombo1, Valentina Corino2 1IRCCS Centro Cardiologico Monzino, 2Politecnico di Milano 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 430 - Enhanced Quality Assessment of Echocardiographic Images for Pulmonary Hypertension Using Convolutional Neural Networks Parnian Sattar1, constance Verdonk2, Frida Hermansson3, Xiu Tang4, Alison L Marsden5, Francois Haddad5, Seraina Anne Dual1 1KTH Royal Institute of Technology, 2Stanford, 3Stanford Cardiovascular Institute, 4Stanford Health Care, 5Stanford University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 461 - Modelling Multi-phase Cardiac Anatomy with Generative Deep Learning Thalia Seale1, Blanca Rodriguez1, Vicente Grau2, Abhirup Banerjee1 1University of Oxford, 2Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA1, ID 426 - Computed Tomography-Derived Myocardial Left-Ventricular Wall Thickness and Extracellular Volume Fraction Quantification and Correlation Iulia Nazarov1, Luca Azzolin2, Aurel Neic3, Ursula Rohrer1, Ronak Rajani4, John Whitaker1, Martin Bishop1 1King's College London, 2Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, 3NumeriCor GmbH, 4Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA2 - 2. Cardiovascular Mechanics 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA2, ID 258 - Geometric Morphometrics Features of Left Ventricle Can Classify Responders and Non-responders to Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Roman Rokeakh1, Tatiana Chumarnaya2, Stepan Zubarev3, Lev Malishevskii4, Olga Solovyova1 1Institute of Immunology and Physiology UrB RAS, 2Ural Federal University; Institute of Immunology and Physiology Ural branch of Russian Academy of Sciences, 3Almazov National Medical Research Center, Saint-Petersburg, Russia; Institute Of Immunology and Physiology, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, Russia; Xspline S.p.a, Bolzano, Italy, 4Almazov National Medical Research Centre 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA2, ID 299 - Enriched and Discontinuous Galerkin Discretizations for a Cardiac Mechanics Benchmark Problem Laura Stengel1, Jonathan Krauss2, Axel Loewe3, Christian Wieners4 1Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, 2Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 3Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 4KIT 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA2, ID 331 - In-silico Model to Study the Role of Anomalous Origin of Coronary Artery in Sudden Cardiac Death Seyyed Mahmoud Mousavi1, Gianluca Zitti2, Meri Gjika2, Maurizio Brocchini2 1Department of Construction, Civil Engineering, and Architecture, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy, 2Università Politecnica delle Marche 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA2, ID 450 - Investigating the Mechanistic Effects of Medication on Pulmonary Hypertension Malak Ismail Sabry1, Pablo Lamata1, Ahmed Hassan2, Onaiho O Ojo3, Magdi H. Yacoub4, Adelaide De Vecchi1 1King's College London, 2Aswan Heart Centre, 3GKT School of Medical Education, 4Imperial College London 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA2, ID 479 - Pulmonary Artery Pressure Differential Estimation Using Machine Learning and Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling Integration Seyed Babak Peighambari, Tanmay Mukherjee, Rana Raza Mehdi, Emilio E Mendiola, Reza Avazmohammadi Texas A&M University 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA3a - 3a. Ventricular Arrhythmias 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3a, ID 282 - Shock Advisory Neural Network for Continuous Detection of Ventricular Fibrillation, Organized Rhythm and Asystole During Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Irena Ilieva Jekova1, Sarah Ménétré2, Todor Stoyanov1, Jean-Philippe DIDON3, Vessela Krasteva1 1Institute of Biophysics and Biomedical Engineering, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 2Schiller Médical, 3SCHILLER MEDICAL 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3a, ID 310 - Longitudinal Analysis of EGM Dynamics near Ablation Points in Idiopathic Ventricular Arrhythmia Janire Etxegia Apezetxea1, Álvaro José Bocanegra1, Giulio Falasconi2, Diego Penela2, Oscar Camara1 1Universitat Pompeu Fabra, 2IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Cardiovascular Department 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3a, ID 421 - Slope Entropy as a Complexity Metric for the Characterization of Electrograms in Post-Ischemic Ventricular Tachycardia Nicla Mandas1, Marco Orrù2, Giulia Baldazzi3, Graziana Viola4, Danilo Pani5 1The Hadron Academy, IUSS, Pavia; DIEE, University of Cagliari, 2DIBRIS, University of Genova;DIEE, University of Cagliari, 3DIEE, University of Cagliari;, 4Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Sassari, 5DIEE - University of Cagliari 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3a, ID 439 - Simultaneous Endo-Epi Recording with Multi-Electrode Arrays and Optical Mapping of Atrial/Ventricular Tissue: A Feasibility Study in Pig Hearts Jimena Gabriela Siles Paredes1, Casey Lee-Trimble2, Evan H Rheaume2, Mikael Toye2, Henry Chionuma2, Shahriar Iravanian3, Ilija Uzelac4, Joao Salinet5, Flavio Fenton2 1Graduate Program in Biotechnoscience, Federal University of ABC, 2Georgia Institute of Technology, 3Emory University, 4Virginia Commonwealth University, 5HEartLab, Federal University of ABC 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3a, ID 463 - Attention-Enhanced Convolutional Neural Network for Inter-patient Classification of Premature Ventricular Contraction from ECG Meng Chen1, Yongjian Li1, Wenzhuo Shi2, Shoushui Wei1 1Shandong University, 2Institute of Marine Science and Technology, Shandong University 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA3b - 3b. Atrial Mapping 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 3 - Magnetocardiography Imaging Based on Epicardial Sources for Mapping the Drivers of Atrial Fibrillation Yadan Zhang1, Xiang Min1, Cui Yangyang1, Peilun Li2 1Hangzhou Institute of National Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure, 2National Institute of Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure, Hangzhou 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 102 - Catheter Configuration for Mapping Micro-Anatomic Reentries Sustaining Atrial Fibrillation María Termenón Rivas1, Giada Sira Romitti1, Miguel Rodrigo2 1CoMMLab, Universitat de València, 2Universitat de València 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 190 - Temporal Analysis of Intracardiac Electrograms During Pulsed-Field Ablation Vincent Schlageter, Badertscher Badertscher, Philipp Krisai, David Spreen, Stefan Osswald, Michael Kühne, Christian Sticherling, Sven Knecht University Hospital Basel 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 192 - In Silico Local Impedance Mapping Using Multielectrode Catheters Carmen Martinez Anton1, Laura Anna Unger2, Axel Loewe3, Olaf Doessel4 1Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 2Medizinische Klinik IV, Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe, 3Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 4Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 253 - Source Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation Outperforms Conventional Ablation Strategies in Preventing Re-Initiation In-Silico Victor Goncalves Marques1, Ali Gharaviri2, Simone Pezzuto3, Pietro Bonizzi4, Stef Zeemering1, Ulrich Schotten1 1Maastricht University, 2University of Edinburgh, 3University of Trento, 4Department of Data Science and Knowledge Engineering, Maastricht University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 306 - Centrality Measures from Directed Network Mapping Identify Reentries Suggesting Different Mechanisms of Atrial Flutter Davide Coluzzi1, Massimo W Rivolta2, Matteo Mancini1, Laura Anna Unger3, Armin Luik4, Axel Loewe5, Roberto Sassi2 1Università degli Studi di Milano, 2Dipartimento di Informatica, Università degli Studi di Milano, 3Medizinische Klinik IV, Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe, 4Staedtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe, 5Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA3b, ID 403 - Three-Dimensional Representation of Atrial Anatomy and Electrophysiology Enhanced by Mixed Reality Klaudia Proniewska1, Peter M. van Dam2, Danila Potyagaylo3 1Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, 2Center for Digital Medicine and Robotics, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 3Jagiellonian University Medical College 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA4a - 4a. Machine Learning and Signal Processing Applications 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 478 - Universal ECG Noise Filter Gabriel Soares Ferreira1 and João Paulo do Vale Madeiro2 1Universidade Federal do Ceará, 2University for the International Integration of the Afro-Brazilian Lusophony 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 287 - Comparison of Noise Indexes for an Ambulatory Electrocardiogram Database with Ventricular Arrhythmias Lorenzo Bachi1, Maurizio Varanini2, Magda Costi3, David Lombardi4, Lucia Billeci5 1Institute of Clinical Physiology, National Research Council of Italy (CNR-IFC), 2Institute of Clinical Physiology - CNR, 3Cardioline, 4Cardioline Spa, 5Institute of Clinical Physiology, National Research Council of Italy (CNR) 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 84 - Automated RR Interval Detection and Quality Assessment in Telehealth Electrocardiograms Sharon Yuen Shan Ho1, Florian Kristof2, Jonathan Mant1, Peter H Charlton1 1University of Cambridge, 2University of California 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 85 - Automatic Right Ventricular Hypertrophic Detection Integrating Electrocardiography-based QRS Biomarkers with Machine Learning Marion Taconne, Valentina Corino, Luca Mainardi Politecnico di Milano 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 89 - Hearables: Deep Matched Filter for Online R-Peak Detection from In-Ear ECG in Mobile Application Marek Zylinski1, Harry J. Davies2, Qiyu Rao1, Danilo Mandic1 1Imperial College London, 2I 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 124 - Neural Network-based Automated ECG Delineation idriss NGOMSEU TCHOUPE1, Mously Dior Diaw2, Stéphane Papelier3, Alexandre Durand-Salmon3, Julien Oster4 1IADI, U1254, Inserm, Université de Lorraine, 2Banook Group - IADI, U1254, Inserm, Université de Lorraine, 3Banook Group, 4Inserm 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 156 - Real-time Heartbeat Classification Based on Parallel QRS Detections Wojciech Reklewski, Jeremiasz Potoczny, Marek Miśkowicz, Piotr Augustyniak AGH University of Krakow 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 165 - ECG Feature Learning by Using Rational Variable Projection Autoencoders Mátyás Márton Szabari1, Gergo Bognar2, Peter Kovacs1 1Eötvös Loránd University, 2ELTE Eotvos Lorand University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 175 - When Does an ECG Become Abnormal? Determine the Optimal Transition between Normal and Abnormal ECG Waveforms Krzysztof Piotr Malinowski1, Klaudia Proniewska2, Peter M. van Dam3 1Jagiellonian University Medical College, 2Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, 3Center for Digital Medicine and Robotics, Jagiellonian University Medical College 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 186 - Interpretable XGBoost-SHAP Model for Arrhythmic Heartbeat Classification Rong Xiao1, Meicheng Yang1, Caiyun Ma2, Lina Zhao3, Jianqing Li1, Chengyu Liu1 1Southeast University, 2the State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, 3Shandong University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 219 - Analyzing Fetal Heart Rate Patterns via Latent Representations with Variational Recurrent Neural Networks (VRNNs) Mahdi Shamsi1, Aditi Lahiri2, Yvonne W Wu3, Lawrence David Gerstley2, Michael William Kuzniewicz4, Marie-Coralie Cornet3, Emily Hamilton1, Philip Warrick5, Robert E Kearney1 1McGill University, 2Kaiser Permanente Division of Research, 3University of California San Francisco, 4Kaiser Permanente, 5PeriGen Canada, McGill University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 228 - Electrocardiographic Signal Broadband Properties Pavel Jurak1, Ivo Viscor1, Josef Halamek2, Filip Plesinger1, Radovan Smisek3, Vlastimil Vondra1, Magdalena Matejkova4, Uyen Chau Nguyen5, F. W. Prinzen6, Karol Curila7, Pavel Leinveber8, Ladislav Soukup9 1Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, 2Institute of Scientific Instruments, CAS, CZ, 3Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, v. v. i., 4International Clinical Research Center, St. Anne's University Hospital, Brno, Czech Republic, 5Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), 6Maastricht University, 7Cardiocenter FNKV and 3rd Faculty of Medicine in Prague, 8International Clinical Research Center, St. Anne’s University Hospital, Brno, Czech Republic, 9The International Clinical Research Center, St. Anne's University Hospital Brno 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 270 - Assessment of ECG Signal Quality Index Algorithms Using Synthetic ECG Data Aron Syversen1, Zhiqiang Zhang1, Jonathan Batty1, Matti Kaisti2, David Jayne1, David C Wong1 1University of Leeds, 2University of Turku 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 324 - Quantifying ECG Redundancy through Mutual Information Analysis among Leads and Its Application in CNNs Elisa Ramirez1, Samuel Ruiperez-Campillo2, Raúl Alós3, Francisco Castells4, Ruben Casado5, Jose Millet6 1Institute ITACA, Universitat Politecnica de Valencia, 2ETH Zurich, 3Universitat Politecnica de Valencia, 4Universitat Politècnica de Valencia, 5Université Libre de Bruxelles, 6BioITACA-UPV 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 339 - ADAA: A Morphology-Aware Method for Local Activation Time Computation Using Cross Correlation Lucas Zoroddu1, Pierre Humbert2, Laurent Oudre3, Thomas Demarcy4, Laurent Launay4, Francis BESSIERE5 1Université Paris Saclay, ENS Paris Saclay, Centre Borelli, Gif-sur-Yvette, France, Volta Medical, Marseille, France, 2LMO, 3Université Paris Saclay, Université Paris Cité, ENS Paris Saclay, CNRS, SSA, INSERM, Centre Borelli, F-91190, Gif-sur-Yvette, France, 4Volta Medical, 5Institut de cardiologie de Lyon, Hospices Civils de Lyon, LabTAU U1032 INSERM, UniversitÃ© Claude Bernard Lyon 1 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 359 - Estimation of EMG Noise Spectrum and Its Elimination from ECG Signals Vladimir Atanasoski1, Marija Ivanovic2, Lana Popovic Maneski3, Marjan Miletic4, Milos Babic5, Aleksandra Nikolic6, Jovana Petrovic7 1Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Belgrade, 2Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, 3ITS-SASA, 4Department of Atomics Physics, „VINČA" Institute of Nuclear Sciences - National Institute of thе Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Mike Petrovica Alasa 12-14, Belgrade, Serbia, 5Dedinje Cardiovascular Institute, 6Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Dedinje, 7Vinca Institute of Nuclear Sciences, University of Belgrade 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 374 - Transforming ECG into a Poincaré Plot-Based Image for Its Quality Assessment through a Pre-trained Convolutional Neural Network Alvaro Huerta Herraiz1, Oscar Ayo-Martin2, Jose J Rieta3, Raul Alcaraz4 1Research Group in Electronic, Biomedical and Telecommunication Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain., 2Department of Neurology. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete. Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, 3BioMIT.org, Universitat Politecnica Valencia, 4University of Castilla-La Mancha 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 391 - Adaptive ECG Sampling – a Minimum-Error Approach Debelo Oljira Hinaw and Piotr Augustyniak AGH University of Krakow 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 424 - On the Estimation Performance of Patient-Specific Linear ECG-Lead Transformations in the Presence of Cardiac Conduction Changes Daniel Guldenring1, Alan Kennedy2, Peter Doggart3, Raymond Bond4, Dewar Finlay4 1HS Kempten, 2PulseAI Ltd, 3PulseAI, 4Ulster University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 467 - AI Model for Automatic Detection of P, T Waves and QRS Complex in ECG Signals Implemented Using Brazilian Data from the Largest Public Health System in the World MATHEUS FELIPE AKIRA DE ASSIS OLIVEIRA1, Derick Oliveira1, Jermana Moraes2, Wagner Meira Jr3, Antonio Luiz Ribeiro3 1Federal University of Minas Gerais, 2Federal University of Minas Geais (UFMG), 3Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 473 - Does a Reduced ECG Lead Set Contain the Full 12-Lead ECG Information for Interpretation Joel Xue Alivecor Inc 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 24 - Accurate Identification of Actionable Single-Lead ECG Data Using a Signal Quality Assessment Algorithm Jordan Diven1, Rebecca Hand1, Jonathan Francey1, Holly Easlea1, Andrew Miller1, David Burke2 1B-Secur Ltd., 2Beacon Hospital Research Institute 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 107 - Deep Learning End-to-End Approach for Precise QRS Complex Delineation Using Temporal Region-Based Convolutional Neural Networks Richard Redina1, Jakub Hejc2, Fabian Theurl3, Tomas Novotny4, Irena Andrsova4, Katerina Hnatkova5, Zdenek Starek6, Marina Filipenska7, Marek Malik5, Axel Bauer3 1Brno University of Technology; International Clinic Research Centre, St. Anna's University Hospital, Brno, 2International Clinical Research Center, St. Anne's University Hospital, Brno, Czech Republic; Department of Pediatric, Children's Hospital, The University Hospital Brno, Brno, Czech Republic, 3University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Medical University of Innsbruck, 4Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, 5Imperial College, 6Department of Internal Medicine, Cardioangiology, St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno, 7Brno University of Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 112 - Inferring Laboratory Values from Electrocardiogram Signals - an Exploratory Study Juan Miguel Lopez Alcaraz and Nils Strodthoff Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 188 - The Potential of Wave Masking in 12-Lead Electrocardiogram Reconstruction Ekenedirichukwu Nelson Obianom, G. Andre Ng, Xin Li University of Leicester 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 244 - Active Learning Approach for Clinical Noise Characterization in Long-Term ECG Monitoring Roberto Holgado Cuadrado1, Francisco-Manuel Melgarejo-Meseguer2, Jose Luis Rojo-Alvarez2, Manuel Blanco-Velasco3 1Universidad de Alcalá, 2Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, 3University of Alcala 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 268 - Denoising Autoencoders for the Detection of Patients Out of Distribution of Healthy Individuals MARIETTE DUPUY1, Remi Dubois1, Marie Chavent2 1IHU Liryc, 2Centre Inria de l'Université de Bordeaux 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 283 - Deep Transfer Learning for Detection of Atrial Fibrillation Using Holter ECG Color Maps Todor Stoyanov1, Vessela Krasteva1, Stefan Naydenov Naydenov2, Ramun Schmid3, Irena Ilieva Jekova1 1Institute of Biophysics and Biomedical Engineering, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 2Department of Internal Diseases "Prof. St. Kirkovich", Medical University of Sofia, 3Schiller AG 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 301 - In Search of an Optimal FIR Filter for ECG Delineation Vessela Krasteva1, Irena Ilieva Jekova1, Todor Stoyanov1, Ramun Schmid2 1Institute of Biophysics and Biomedical Engineering, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 2Schiller AG 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 449 - Assessing ECG Signal Quality Using a Pre-trained Audio Network Alvaro Huerta Herraiz1, Oscar Ayo-Martin2, Jose J Rieta3, Raul Alcaraz4 1Research Group in Electronic, Biomedical and Telecommunication Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain., 2Department of Neurology. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete. Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, 3BioMIT.org, Universitat Politecnica Valencia, 4University of Castilla-La Mancha 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 460 - Development of Explainable AI Techniques for Differential Diagnosis of Wide Complex Tachycardias Using Automated Analysis of 12-Lead ECG Mikhail Chmelevsky1 and Konstantin Egorov2 1Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino, 2Sber AI Lab 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4a, ID 482 - Spectral-Statistical Analysis for Fetal R-Peak and Heart Rate Variability Calculation from Abdominal ECG Yousif Shwetar1, Jack Twiddy2, Michael Daniele2 1University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, 2North Carolina State University 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA4b - 4b. BSPM and ECGI 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA4b, ID 217 - An Experimental Rabbit Torso-tank Setup for Cardiac Rhythms Investigation Using ECGi Angélica Drielly Quadros1, Tainan Cerqueira Neves2, Vinicius de Paula Silva3, Italo Sandoval Ramos de Oliveira3, Jimena Gabriela Siles Paredes4, Shiva EGHDAMIAN3, Ilija Uzelac5, JOSE CARLOS PACHON-M6, Joao Salinet7 1UFABC, 2Federal University of ABC, 3Universidade Federal do ABC, 4Graduate Program in Biotechnoscience, Federal University of ABC, 5Virginia Commonwealth University, 6ABC Federal University and Sao Paulo Heart Hospital, 7HEartLab, Federal University of ABC 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA4b, ID 195 - Tikhonov and TSVD Comparison for Epicardial Potential Estimation across Different Cardiac Rhythms: Insights from an Animal Model Study Gabriel Victor Costa1, Angélica Drielly Quadros2, Vinicius de Paula Silva3, Tainan Cerqueira Neves4, Italo Sandoval Ramos de Oliveira3, Jimena Gabriela Siles Paredes5, JOSE CARLOS PACHON-M6, Ilija Uzelac7, Joao Salinet8 1Federal University of ABC (UFABC), 2UFABC, 3Universidade Federal do ABC, 4Federal University of ABC, 5Graduate Program in Biotechnoscience, Federal University of ABC, 6ABC Federal University and Sao Paulo Heart Hospital, 7Virginia Commonwealth University, 8HEartLab, Federal University of ABC 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA4b, ID 212 - Deep Transfer Learning for Visually Induced Motion Sickness Detection Using Symmetric Projection Attractor Reconstruction of the Electrocardiogram Emmanuel Molefi and Ramaswamy Palaniappan University of Kent 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA4b, ID 278 - On the Feasibility of Locating Myocardial Bridge Though the 12-Lead Electrocardiogram: A Case Study MHD Jafar Mortada1, Agnese Sbrollini1, Peter M. van Dam2, Laura Burattini3 1Università Politecnica delle Marche, 2Center for Digital Medicine and Robotics, Jagiellonian University Medical College, 3Universita' Politecnica delle Marche 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA4b, ID 423 - PhysECG: Heart Activity Reconstruction Algorithm Based on Physical Principles Sebastian Wildowicz1, Tomasz Gradowski1, Paulina Figura2, Judyta Sobiech1, Igor Olczak1, Teodor Buchner1 1Faculty of Physics, Warsaw University of Technology, 2The Children Memorial Health Institute 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA4b, ID 466 - Development and Implementation of a First-in-Class Web-based Cloud Platform for Non-Invasive Electroanatomical Mapping Mikhail Chmelevsky1, Aleksandr Sinitca2, Chiara Arduino3, Svyatoslav Khamzin4, Arsenii Dokuchaev4, Anastasia Bazhutina4, Stepan Zubarev5, Margarita Budanova6, Werner Rainer3 1Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino, 2XSpline SpA, 3XSpline S.p.A., 4XSpline S.p.A, 5Almazov National Medical Research Center, Saint-Petersburg, Russia; Institute Of Immunology and Physiology, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, Russia; Xspline S.p.a, Bolzano, Italy, 6Federal Almazov National Medical Research Center 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA5 - 5. Modeling arrhythmias and drugs 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 65 - T Wave Pseudonormalisation as a Stress ECG Manifestation of Myocardial Ischaemia in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy James Coleman1, Ruben Doste2, Matteo Beltrami3, Raffaele Coppini4, iacopo olivotto4, Betty Raman1, Alfonso Bueno-Orovio1 1University of Oxford, 2Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford, 3Cardiomyopathy Unit, University of Florence, Italy, 4University of Florence 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 76 - The Autonomic Nervous System Can Compensate for Hypocalcemia-Induced Bradycardia in Human and Rabbit Sinoatrial Node Cell Models Moritz Linder1, Tomas Stary2, Axel Loewe3 1Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), 2Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, 3Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 111 - Analysis and Generation of Fibrosis in Patient with Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathy Arstanbek Okenov, Timur Nezlobinskii, Nele Vandersickel Ghent University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 129 - Inferring Ion Channel Block from Rabbit Purkinje Fiber Action Potential Recordings for Cardiac Pharmaceutical Assessment Luca Del Core and Gary Mirams University of Nottingham 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 169 - In Silico Optogenetic Control of Spiral Waves in GtACR1-transduced Atrial Diffuse and Focal Fibrotic Tissues Heqing Zhan and Kaiqi Liu Hainan Medical University (Hainan Academy of Medical Sciences) 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 254 - Analysis of the Use of the BPS Model to Simulate Ischemia-induced Hyperkalemia Delyar Asadbagi1, Chiara Bartolucci1, Stefano Severi1, Jose M Ferrero2 1University of Bologna, 2Ci2B, Universitat Politecnica de Valencia 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 296 - Piezo1-Nitric Oxide Signaling in a Population-based Model of Arterial Myocytes in Acute Hyperglycemia Amin Forouzandehmehr, Nicole Anderton, Jari A Hyttinen, Jussi T Koivumäki Tampere University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 303 - Estimation of the PVC Origin from Simulations Using Cellular Automaton Jana Svehlikova1, Jan Zelinka2, Milan Tysler3 1Institute of Measurement Science, SAS, 2IMS SAS, 3Institute of Measurement Science, Slovak Academy of Sciences 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 330 - A Novel Computational Model of the Zebrafish Atrial Action Potential and Intracellular Calcium Transient Zachary D Long1, Ludovica Cestariolo2, Jose M Ferrero3, Alex Quinn1, Jose F Rodriguez Matas2 1Dalhousie University, 2Politecnico di Milano, 3Ci2B, Universitat Politecnica de Valencia 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 348 - Uncertainty Quantification in a Cardiac Arrhythmia Model: Application to Intra-Atrial Reentrant Tachycardia Maarten Volkaerts, Marie Cloet, Tanger Niklas, Hans Dierckx, Piet Claus, Giovanni Samaey KU Leuven 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 367 - Dynamic Dofetilide-hERG Channel Model Considering Preferential State Binding and Trapping Properties Fernando Escobar Ropero1, Soren Friis2, Nouran Adly3, Julio Gomis-Tena Dolz1, Javier Saiz4, Sonja Stoelzle-Feix5, Lucía Romero6 1Universitat Politecnica de Valencia, 2Nanion, 3Nanion Technologies, Munich, Germany., 4Centro de Investigación e Innovación en Bioingeniería (Ci2B), Universitat Politècnica de València, 5PhD, 61Centro de Investigación e Innovación en Bioingeniería (Ci2B), Universitat Politècnica de València, 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 396 - Enhancing 2D Patient Specific Electrophysiology with Physics-Informed Neural Networks Adam Jakobsen1, Vajira Thambawita2, Thu Nguyen2, Mary M Maleckar3, Gabriel Balaban3 1University of Oslo, Oslo Norway, 2SimulaMet, 3Simula Research Laboratory 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 442 - Toxic and Proarrhythmic Effects of Airborne Particulate Matter Exposure. In-vitro, In-vivo and In-silico Study Catalina Tobon1, Laura Palacio2, Angela M Gómez3, Juan P Ugarte4, Isabel C Ortiz5, Natalia Acevedo5, Sami Noujaim6, Javier Saiz7 1Universidad de Medellin, 2MATBIOM, Universidad de Medellín, 3Universidad de Medellín, 4Universidad de San Buenaventura, 5Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, 6University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, 7Centro de Investigación e Innovación en Bioingeniería (Ci2B), Universitat Politècnica de València 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 471 - Multi-Modal Optical and Ultrasound Imaging of the Heart's Electromechanics: A High-Resolution Ex Vivo Platform Jan Lebert1, Shrey Chowdhary2, Shai Dickman3, Charles Gordon4, Divya Krishnan1, Farzan Shiju3, Jan Christoph1 1University of California, San Francisco, 2UCSF, 3University of California, Berkeley, 4UC Berkeley 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA5, ID 488 - Geometrically-derived Action Potential Markers for Model Development: A Principled Approach? Michael Clerx and Gary Mirams University of Nottingham 16:15 - 17:45 Session PA5, ID 6 - Application of Order and Sample Selection in Uncertainty Quantification of Cardiac Models Anna Busatto1, Lindsay Rupp1, Karli Gillette2, Gernot Plank3, Akil Narayan1, Rob MacLeod1 1University of Utah, 2Gottfried Schatz Research Center - Medical University of Graz, 3Medical University of Graz 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA6a - 6. Cardiac Vibration Signals 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6a, ID 416 - Shoe Insole Ballistocardiography as a Tool for Heart Rate Variability Estimation in Smart Insoles Jose Alberto Garcia Limon1, Ramon Casanella1, Carlos Alvarado Serrano2 1Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, 2CINVESTAV 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6a, ID 304 - Porcine Model for Validation of Noninvasive Estimation of Pulmonary Hypertension Ali Agam1, Aya Mohammed Alsadi1, Gustav Oliver Kandel Damgaard1, Bawi Chin Tial Siakhel1, Ahmad Agam2, Peter Søgaard3, Benedict Kjærgaard3, Noemi Giordano4, Emil Korsgaard1, Johannes Struijk1, Samuel Emil Schmidt1 1Aalborg university, 2Aalborg University and Aalborg University Hospital, 3Aalborg University Hospital, 4Politecnico di Torino 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA6b - 6. Photoplethysmography 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 64 - Estimating Continuous Blood Pressure from a Smartphone PPG Using 1D U–Net Jan Sima1, Andrea Nemcova2, Radovan Smisek2, Zuzana Novakova3 1Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic, 2Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Department of Biomedical Engineering, 3Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 486 - A Generative Methodology for PPG to ECG Reconstruction Based on Dual-Critic Approach Rashmi Kumari1, Prateek Agrawal2, Spandan More1, Nikhil Praveen1, Surita Sarkar1, Pabitra Das1, Amit Acharyya1 1Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, 2Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 37 - Style Transfer–Assisted Deep Learning Method for Photoplethysmogram Denoising Sara Maria Pagotto1, Federico Tognoni1, Matteo Rossi1, Dario Bovio2, Caterina Salito2, Luca Mainardi1, Pietro Cerveri1 1Politecnico di Milano, 2Biocubica srl 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 50 - Simulation of Ventricular Tachycardia in Photoplethysmogram: Hardware Implementation Andrius Solosenko1, Saulius Daukantas1, Daivaras Sokas1, Vaidotas Marozas2, Andrius Petrenas1 1Biomedical Engineering Institute, Kaunas University of Technology, 2Kaunas University of Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 336 - Protocol for Controlled Desaturation Tests for Non-Invasive Pulse Oximeter Performance Testing Anna Parviainen1, Jarkko Harju2, Heikki Karinen3, Antti Vehkaoja1 1Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, 2Tampere University Hospital, 3Expedition Medics 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 38 - Does Skin Tone Affect Machine Learning Classification Accuracy Applied to Photoplethysmography Signals? Philip Aston University of Surrey / National Physical Laboratory 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 279 - Comparative Study on the Generalization Ability of Machine Learning Algorithms for PPG Quality Assessment Santiago Mula1, Roberto Zangroniz1, Oscar Ayo-Martin2, Jose J Rieta3, Raul Alcaraz1 1University of Castilla-La Mancha, 2Department of Neurology. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete. Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, 3BioMIT.org, Universitat Politecnica Valencia 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 110 - Going beyond Atrial Fibrillation in Arrhythmia Classification from Photoplethysmography Signals Eniko Vargova1, Andrea Nemcova1, Radovan Smisek1, Zuzana Novakova2 1Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Department of Biomedical Engineering, 2Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 381 - A Network Physiology Approach to Brain-Heart Interaction for Affective State Characterization Using Photoplethysmography Features Feryal A Alskafi1, Ahsan Khandoker1, Faezeh Marzbanrad2, Herbert F. Jelinek3 1Khalifa University, 2Monash University, 3Khalifa University of Science and Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 363 - In-ear Pulse Wave Amplitude Recordings During Synchronized Walking Aurora Rosato1 and Seraina Anne Dual2 11 Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden, 2KTH Royal Institute of Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 338 - Analysis of Photoplethysmographic Signals in Low-Dimensional Latent Spaces Enrique Feito-Casares1, Francisco-Manuel Melgarejo-Meseguer1, Alejandro Cobo2, Luis Baumela3, Jose Luis Rojo-Alvarez1 1Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, 2Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, 3Universidad Politecnica de Madrid 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 389 - VPE-Net: Simultaneous Measurement of Heart Rate, Respiration Rate, and Blood Pressure from PPG Surita Sarkar1, Pabitra Das1, Prateek Agrawal2, Rashmi Kumari1, Saurabh Saurabh3, Amit Acharyya1 1Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, 2Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad, 3University of Calcutta, Kolkata 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 459 - Skin Reflection Angle Useful for Region of Interest Selection in Camera-based Heart Rate Estimation? Maurice Rohr1, Philipp Witulla1, Christoph Hoog Antink2 1Technical University of Darmstadt, 2TU Darmstadt 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 293 - Predicting Age from a Real World Smartphone Acquired PPG Signal Using Deep Learning Myrte Barthels1, Thomas De Cooman2, Henri Gruwez3, David Duncker4, Pieter Vandervoort5 1Hasselt University, 2Qompium NV, 3ZOL, 4Hannover Heart Rhythm Center, Department of Cardiology and Angiology, Hannover Medical School, 5Department of Cardiology, Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6b, ID 415 - A Machine Learning Approach to Detect Hypertension, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease from PPG George Searle1, Stefan van Duijvenboden2, Julia Ramírez3, Andrew Tinker4, Patricia Munroe4, Pier Lambiase1, Alun Hughes1, Michele Orini5 1UCL, 2UCL institute of cardiovascular science, 3University of Zaragoza, 4QMUL, 5University College London, Institute of Cardiovascular Science 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA6c - 6. Health Informatics 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 369 - Effects and Impact of Fluid Creep in Intensive Care Unit Patients Receiving Intravenous Fluid Therapy after One Week Giulia Carpani1, Maximiliano Mollura1, Stefano Finazzi2, Francesca Baroncelli3, Riccardo Barbieri1 1Politecnico di Milano, 2Mario Negri Institute of Pharmacological Research, 3San Giovanni Bosco Hospital 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 139 - Integrating Clinical Chart and Laboratory Data for Predicting Heart Failure Recurrence Zuzana Koscova1, Eniko Vargova1, Jan Pavlus1, Radovan Smisek2, Filip Plesinger1 1Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, 2Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, v. v. i. 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 197 - A Hybrid CNN-LSTM Model for Heart Failure Detection Using Raw ECG Signals sona alyounis1, Ahsan Khandoker1, Cesare Stefanini2, Leontios J. Hadjileontiadis1 1khalifa university, 2Director, the BioRobotics Institute of Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna - Viale Rinaldo Piaggio 34 - 56025 Pontedera (Pisa) - Italy 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 235 - A Computer Model for In-Silico Trials on Pacemaker Energy Efficiency Yves Coudière1, Michael Leguèbe2, Irene Balelli3, Alessia Baretta4, Guilhem Fauré5, Delphine Feuerstein5 1Université de Bordeaux, 2Inria, 3Inria Center of University Côte d'Azur, 4InSilicoTrials Technologies, 5MicroPort CRM 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 193 - A Feasibility Study on Feature Analysis for Classification of Heart Murmur Grades Foli Fan1, Caiyun Ma2, Feifei Chen3, Chenxi Yang1, Jianqing Li1, Chengyu Liu1 1Southeast University, 2the State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, 3Southeast Univbversity 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 75 - Holiday Hemoglobin: How the Vacations Affect Blood Donations across Diverse Urban Sites Filip Plesinger1, Stanislava Koskova2, Eniko Vargova1, martina adamcova3, Jan Pavlus1, Gabriela Kopeckova3, Radovan Smisek4, Hana Lejdarova3 1Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, 2University Hospital Brno, 3University Hospital Brno, 4Institute of Scientific Instruments of the CAS, v. v. i. 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 418 - Sensor Fusion-based Deep Learning Models for Human Activity Classification Parshuram N Aarotale1 and Ajita Rattani2 1Biomedical Engineering,Wichita state University, 2University of North Texas 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 72 - Machine Learning Identification of Patients with Non-ST Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome Using High-resolution Magnetocardiography Bai Guiyu1, ziyuan huang1, Cui Yangyang2, maotong pang1 1Beihang University, 2Hangzhou Institute of National Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6c, ID 127 - Risk Assessment of Fetuses for Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy Using Antepartum Clinical Data Ethan Grooby1, Johann Vargas-Calixto1, Aditi Lahiri2, Yvonne W Wu3, Lawrence David Gerstley2, Michael William Kuzniewicz4, Marie-Coralie Cornet3, Emily Hamilton1, Philip Warrick5, Robert E Kearney1 1McGill University, 2Kaiser Permanente Division of Research, 3University of California San Francisco, 4Kaiser Permanente, 5PeriGen Canada, McGill University 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA6d - 6. Medical Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6d, ID 352 - Comparison between Smartwatch-Derived and CPET-Measured VO2Max Alexandra Jamieson1, Siana Jones2, Claire Steves3, Nicholas Timpson4, Nishi Chaturvedi1, Alun Hughes1, Michele Orini5 1UCL, 2University College London, 3King's College London, 4University of Bristol, 5University College London, Institute of Cardiovascular Science 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6d, ID 13 - Comparative Analysis of 1-D and 2-D Deep Convolutional Neural Networks in Magnetocardiogram Classification for Coronary Artery Disease Jia Yifan1, Cui Yangyang2, Yadan Zhang2, Xiang Min2 1School of Instrumentation and Optoelectronics Engineering, Beihang University, Beiing 100191, China, 2Hangzhou Institute of National Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6d, ID 60 - The Acceptability of Wearables for Atrial Fibrillation Screening: Interim Analysis of the SAFER Wearables Study Peter H Charlton1, Timothy Bonnici2, James Brimicombe1, Cheryl Chapman1, Andrew Dymond1, Miranda Van Emmenis1, Panicos A Kyriacou3, Vaidotas Marozas4, Andrius Rapalis4, Kate Williams1, Jonathan Mant1 1University of Cambridge, 2University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 3City, University of London, 4Kaunas University of Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6d, ID 33 - Analysis of Heart Rate Variability Using Noncontact Capacitive Coupling Electrocardiography: An Accuracy Assessment zhijun xiao1, Maarten De Vos2, Christos Chatzichristos3, Yunyi Jiang4, Chenxi Yang5, Jianqing Li5, Chengyu Liu5 1State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, 2KU Leuven - Dept. of Electrical Engineering / Dept. of Development & Regeneration, 3KU Leuven, 4the State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, School of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, 5Southeast University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA6d, ID 317 - Calibration of a Rescaled 0D Pacemaker-Bimembrane Model Using Animal Experiments Valentin Pannetier1, Michael Leguèbe2, Yves Coudière3, Gwladys Ravon4, Delphine Feuerstein5, Guilhem Fauré5, Richard Walton6 1Université de Bordeaux, IHU Liryc, Inria, 2Inria, 3Université de Bordeaux, 4Inria - SED, 5Microport CRM, 6University of Bordeaux 12:00 - 14:00 Wednesday Session PA7 - 7. Heart Rate Variability 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 136 - Exploration of Heart Rate Variability for the Prediction of Performance in Youth Footballers Kacper Korzeniewski1, Jakub S. Gąsior2, Magdalena Mikielewicz1, Maciej Rosoł1, Robert Makuch3, Marcel Młyńczak1 1Warsaw University of Technology, 2Medical University of Warsaw, 3Casimir Pulaski Radom University, 26-600 Radom, Poland 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 173 - Analysis of COVID Patients Employing Approximate Entropy and Deep Learning for Classification and Early Diagnosis Diego Rodrigo DiegoRodrigoCornejo1, Antonio Gabriel Ravelo-Garcı́a2, Marı́a Fernanda Rodrı́guez Marı́a Fernanda Rodrı́guez Marı́a Fernanda Rodrı́guez1, Luz Alexandra Dı́az1, Victor Andres Cabrera-Caso3, Dante Condori-Merma Dante Condori-Merma3, Miguel Vizcardo4, SantiagoIsmaelFlores SantiagoIsmaelFlores SantiagoIsmaelFlores1 1Escuela Profesional de Fı́sica, Universidad Nacional de San Agustı́n de Arequipa, 2Institute for Technological Development and Innovation in Communications, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI/LARSyS and ARDITI), 9020-105 Funchal, Portugal, 3Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional de San Agustín de Arequipa, 4Universidad Nacional de San Agustin de Arequipa 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 185 - Heart Rate Variability Measures as Predictors of Major Depressive Disorder in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Shaween Shukir, Ahsan Khandoker, Mostafa Mohamed Moussa Khalifa University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 200 - Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia: Bidirectional Phase Coupling between Respiration and Heart Rate in Depression with Suicidal Ideation Mohanad Alkhodari1, Ahsan Khandoker1, Leontios J. Hadjileontiadis1, Herbert F Jelinek2 1Khalifa University, 2Charles Sturt University 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 230 - Identification of Presyncope Using 24-Hour ECG Recordings and Heart Rate Variability Analysis David J Cornforth1, Helmut Ahammer2, Herbert F. Jelinek3 1National Coalition of Independent Scholars, 2Medical University of Graz, 3Khalifa University of Science and Technology 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 307 - Sleep Apnea Detection - towards Wearables Martin Kralik1, Andrea Nemcova2, Jiri Kozumplik1, Eniko Vargova2 1Brno University of Technology, 2Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Department of Biomedical Engineering 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 354 - Analysis of RR Interval Entropies for Discrimination between Wake and Sleep States SantiagoIsmaelFlores SantiagoIsmaelFlores SantiagoIsmaelFlores1, Antonio Gabriel Ravelo-Garcı́a2, Miguel Vizcardo3 1Escuela Profesional de Fı́sica, Universidad Nacional de San Agustı́n de Arequipa, 2Institute for Technological Development and Innovation in Communications, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35017 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain Interactive Technologies Institute (ITI/LARSyS and ARDITI), 9020-105 Funchal, Portugal, 3Universidad Nacional de San Agustin de Arequipa 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 411 - Using Heart Rate Fragmentation and Heart Rate Asymmetry to Discriminate Congestive Heart Sadaf Moharreri1, Shahab Rezaei2, Saman Parvaneh3 1Islamic Azad University, Khomeini Shahr Branch, Isfahan, Iran, 2Islamic Azad University, Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran, 3Edwards Lifesciences 12:00 - 14:00 Session PA7, ID 420 - Heart Rate Regulation in Long-Covid-19 Patients According to the Year of Infection Stella Tassinari Maximo1, Ana Leticia Gomes dos Santos2, Samuel Minucci Camargo2, William Tsutomu Watanabe3, Kelly Correa Baioco Da Silva4, Christian Goncalves Sassaki2, silvia helena bastos de paula5, Jose L Puglisi6, Daniel Gustavo Goroso2 1Sao Leopoldo Mandic, 2University of Mogi das Cruzes, 3University of Mogi das Cruzes, 4Universidade Mogi das Cruzes, 5Instituto de Saúde/SesSP, 6California North State University Wednesday, September 11, 2024 14:00 - 15:00 Wednesday Session SB1 - YIA Semifinalists Chair: Olivier Meste Co-Chair: Julien Oster 14:00 - 14:15 Session SB1, ID 476 - Non-Invasive Electrogram Estimation from Body Surface Potential Mapping Using Artificial Intelligence Andrea Cano Cabañero1, Raúl Moreno-Lopez1, Clara Herrero Martín2, Ernesto Zacur3, Andreu M. Climent2, Rubén Molero Alabau2, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez2 1ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València, 2Universitat Politècnica de València, 3CorifyCare S.L. 14:15 - 14:30 Session SB1, ID 305 - Morphology Features Self-Learned by Explainable Deep Learning for Atrial Fibrillation Detection Correspond to Fibrillatory Waves Alexander Hammer1, Hagen Malberg2, Martin Schmidt1 1TU Dresden, 2TU Dresden, Institute of Biomedical Engineering 14:30 - 14:45 Session SB1, ID 346 - Efficient Generation of Cardiac Digital Twins for Personalized Atrial Fibrillation Treatment Using Non-Invasive ECGI Data Clara Herrero Martín1, Raúl Moreno López2, Maria - Macarulla-Rodriguez3, Jorge Sánchez4, David Lundback5, Ernesto Zacur6, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez1, Andreu M. Climent1, Caroline H Roney7, Ismael Hernández-Romero8 1Universitat Politècnica de València, 2COR-Group, ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València, Valencia, Spain, 3Universidad Politecnica de Valencia, 4ITACA Institute, Universidad Politècnica de València, 5Corify Care SL, 6CorifyCare S.L., 7Queen Mary University of London, 8ITACA Institute, Universitat Politècnica de València 14:45 - 15:00 Session SB1, ID 440 - Sudden Cardiac Death Prediction in Chagas Heart Disease Patients from ECG-derived Biomarkers of Ventricular Restitution Ángela Hernández Mendoza1, João Paulo do Vale Madeiro2, Roberto Coury Pedrosa3, Pablo Laguna4, Julia Ramírez1 1University of Zaragoza, 2Federal University of Ceará, 3Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, 4Zaragoza University 14:00 - 15:00 Wednesday Session SB2 - 7. Heart Rate Variability Applications Chair: Riccardo Barbieri Co-Chair: Carolina Varon 14:00 - 14:15 Session SB2, ID 94 - Empirical Survey on Occult Atrial Fibrillation Prediction During Sinus Rhythm through Heart Rate Variability Analysis and Premature Atrial Contractions Daniele Padovano1, Arturo Martinez-Rodrigo1, Oscar Ayo-Martin2, Jose J Rieta3, Raul Alcaraz1 1University of Castilla-La Mancha, 2Department of Neurology. Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete. Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, 3BioMIT.org, Universitat Politecnica Valencia 14:15 - 14:30 Session SB2, ID 103 - Combination of QT and RR Analysis in the Detection of Long QT Syndrome Matias Kanniainen, Teemu Pukkila, Esa Rasanen Tampere University 14:30 - 14:45 Session SB2, ID 74 - Cardiovascular Diseases Inhibit the Activation of Cardio-Cerebral Coupling During Arousals Richard Hohmuth1, Jakob Müller1, Hagen Malberg2, Martin Schmidt1 1TU Dresden, 2TU Dresden, Institute of Biomedical Engineering 14:45 - 15:00 Session SB2, ID 366 - A Novel Protocol for the Quantification of Cardiovascular and Autonomic Responses to Urban Environments through Physiological Signals Chiara Maninetti1, Rita Laureanti1, Barbara E. A. Piga1, Nicola Rainisio2, Marco Boffi3, GABRIELE STANCATO1, Luca Mainardi1, Riccardo Barbieri1 1Politecnico di Milano, 2University of Milan, 3Università degli Studi di Milano 14:00 - 15:00 Wednesday Session SB3 - 1. Cardiovascular computed tomography and ultrasound Chair: Agnese Sbrollini Co-Chair: José Millet 15:00 - 15:15 Session SB3, ID 341 - Applying a Digital Twin Framework for Stroke Risk Evaluation in Atrial Fibrillation Patients Matteo Falanga1, Camilla Cortesi2, Antonio Chiaravalloti3, Alessandro Dal Monte3, Corrado Tomasi3, Cristiana Corsi1 1University of Bologna, 2Università di Bologna, 3Santa Maria delle Croci Hospital, AUSL della Romagna, Ravenna, Italy 14:15 - 14:30 Session SB3, ID 256 - Analysis of Interindividual Variance in Coronary Sinus Veins Anatomy Based on Computer Tomography Data Arsenii Dokuchaev1, Chiara Arduino2, Mikhail Chmelevsky3, Stepan Zubarev4, Margarita Budanova5, Sergei Rud6, Anastasia Bazhutina1, Svyatoslav Khamzin1, Aleksandr Sinitca7 1XSpline s.p.a, 2XSpline S.p.A., 3Division of Cardiology, Fondazione Cardiocentro Ticino, 4Almazov National Medical Research Center, Saint-Petersburg, Russia; Institute Of Immunology and Physiology, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ekaterinburg, Russia; Xspline S.p.a, Bolzano, Italy, 5Federal Almazov National Medical Research Center, 6Almazov National Medical Research Center, 7XSpline SpA 14:30 - 14:45 Session SB3, ID 387 - Increasing the Accuracy of 3D Heart Models Based on Micro-computed Tomography Julianna Marianna Dabrowa1, Paweł Ozga2, Małgorzata Wołek3, Sebastian Wronski4, Jacek Tarasiuk5, Klaudia Proniewska6 1Center for Digital Medicine and Robotics Jagiellonian University Medical College, 2Jagiellonian University Medical College, 3AGH University of Krakow, KCRI Sp. z o. o., 4AGH-University of Science and Technology, 5AGH University of Krakow, 6Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow 14:45 - 15:00 Session SB3, ID 201 - Automatic Segmentation of the Inferior Vena Cava from M-mode Ultrasound Images David Chaparro-Victoria1, Amelia Campos2, Silvia Crespo Aznarez3, Laura Karla Esterellas4, Vanesa Garces Horna4, MARTA SANCHEZ-MARTELES5, Juan Pablo Martínez6, Violeta Monasterio1, Jorge Rubio-gracia7, Alejandro Alcaine8 1Universidad San Jorge, 2Internal Medicine Department, 3Hospital Reina Sofía, 4Hospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, 5HCU LOZANO BLESA, 6jpmart@unizar.es, 7University of Zaragoza. Internal medicine department. Hospital clinico universitario Lozano Blesa. Instituto de investigación sanitario Aragon, 8CoMBA Group, University San Jorge 14:00 - 15:00 Wednesday Session SB4 - 4a. ECG in Nontraditional forms Chair: Johan De Bie Co-Chair: José Luis Rojo 14:00 - 14:15 Session SB4, ID 41 - A Two Stage Method for Multi-Level Signal Quality Assessment of Magnetocardiography Signals Dong Xu1, Ze Zhu1, Xiang Min2 1National Institute of Extremely-Weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure, 2Hangzhou Institute of National Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure 14:15 - 14:30 Session SB4, ID 53 - Impact of Electrode Contact Site on the 12-Lead ECG Synthesized from Wrist-Worn Device Signals Karolina Janciuleviciute1, Daivaras Sokas1, Dziugile Kersnauskaite2, Zygimantas Abramikas2, Saulius Daukantas1, Vytautas Juknevicius2, Justinas Bacevicius2, Leif Sornmo3, Andrius Petrenas1 1Biomedical Engineering Institute, Kaunas University of Technology, 2Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Vilnius University,, 3Lund University 14:30 - 14:45 Session SB4, ID 483 - Integrating Audio and ECG Data for Heart Sound Detection: A Machine Learning Approach Thu P Mains1 and Shruti Kshirsagar2 1Wichita State University, 2Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS-EMT), Quebec, Canada 14:45 - 15:00 Session SB4, ID 313 - Magnetocardiography-Based Coronary Artery Disease Detection Using Ensemble Learning Methods Dong Xu1, Xiaole Han2, Xiang Min3 1National Institute of Extremely-Weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure, 2Beihang University, 3Hangzhou Institute of National Extremely-weak Magnetic Field Infrastructure Wednesday, September 11, 2024 15:00 - 16:00 Wednesday Session CP - Closing plenary Chair: Rob Macleod Co-Chair: Axel Loewe 15:00 - 15:30 Session CP, ID 493 - Harmonizing Biomedical Engineering and Medical Needs Linda Johnson Lund University 15:30 - 15:45 Session CP, ID 261 - Identification of Potential Ablation Targets for Ventricular Tachycardia Using a Novel Omnipolar-based Propagation Organization Metric Samuel Ruiperez-Campillo1, Gema Cabero Vidal2, Johanna Tonko3, Jose Millet4, Francisco Castells5 1ETH Zurich, 2Johns Hopkins University, 3University College London, 4BioITACA-UPV, 5Universitat Politècnica de Valencia 15:45 - 16:00 Session CP, ID 284 - A Model Population-Based Approach to Enhance the Detection of Premature Ventricular Contraction of ECGI Jorge Sánchez1, Ines Llorente2, Santiago Ros3, Felipe Atienza4, Andreu M. Climent2, Maria de la Salud Guillem Sánchez2 1ITACA Institute, Universidad Politècnica de València, 2Universitat Politècnica de València, 3Gregorio Marañón Health Research Institute, 4Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón (Cardiology Department)
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Hall, Lyn Bartram, Matthew Brehmer Honorable Mention at UIST '22: The 35th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Notational Programming for Notebook Environments: A Case Study with Quantum Circuits By Ian Arawjo, Anthony DeArmas, Michael Roberts, Shrutarshi Basu, Tapan Parikh Honorable Mention at UIST '22: The 35th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology CrossA11y: Identifying Video Accessibility Issues via Cross-modal Grounding By Xingyu "Bruce" Liu, Ruolin Wang, Dingzeyu Li, Xiang Anthony Chen, Amy Pavel Best Paper Award at UIST '22: The 35th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Grid-Coding: An Accessible, Efficient, and Structured Coding Paradigm for Blind and Low-Vision Programmers By Md Ehtesham-Ul-Haque, Syed Mostofa Monsur, Syed Masum Billah Best Paper Award at UIST '22: The 35th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Prototyping Soft Devices with Interactive Bioplastics By Marion Koelle, Madalina Nicolae, Aditya Shekhar Nittala, Marc Teyssier, Jürgen Steimle Best Paper Award at UIST '22: The 35th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology ASSETS '22: The 24th International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility AAC with Automated Vocabulary from Photographs: Insights from School and Speech-Language Therapy Settings By Mauricio Fontana de Vargas, Jiamin Dai, Karyn Moffatt Best Student Paper at ASSETS '22: The 24th International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility A Collaborative Approach to Support Medication Management in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment Using Conversational Assistants (CAs) By Niharika Mathur, Kunal Dhodapkar, Tamara Zubatiy, Jiachen Li, Brian Jones, Elizabeth Mynatt Best Paper at ASSETS '22: The 24th International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility MODELS '22: ACM/IEEE 25th International Conference on Model Driven Engineering Languages and Systems Accelerating similarity-based model matching using on-the-fly similarity preserving hashing By Xiao He, Letian Tang, Yutong Li Best Foundation Paper Award at MODELS '22: ACM/IEEE 25th International Conference on Model Driven Engineering Languages and Systems Bug localization in game software engineering: evolving simulations to locate bugs in software models of video games By Rodrigo Casamayor, Lorena Arcega, Francisca Pérez, Carlos Cetina ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at MODELS '22: ACM/IEEE 25th International Conference on Model Driven Engineering Languages and Systems MSWiM '22: Int'l ACM Conference on Modeling Analysis and Simulation of Wireless and Mobile Systems INSPIRE: Distributed Bayesian Optimization for ImproviNg SPatIal REuse in Dense WLANs By Anthony Bardou, Thomas Begin Best Paper Award at MSWiM '22: Int'l ACM Conference on Modeling Analysis and Simulation of Wireless and Mobile Systems SOSR '22: The ACM SIGCOMM Symposium on SDN Research (SOSR) Synthesizing state machines for data planes By Xiaoqi Chen, Andrew Johnson, Mengying Pan, David Walker ACM SOSR 2022 Best Paper at SOSR '22: The ACM SIGCOMM Symposium on SDN Research (SOSR) NANOCOM '22: The Ninth Annual ACM International Conference on Nanoscale Computing and Communication Controlled signaling and transmitter replenishment for MC with functionalized nanoparticles By Maximilian Schäfer, Lukas Brand, Sebastian Lotter, Atakan Büyükoglu, Franz Enzenhofer, Werner Haselmayr, Kathrin Castiglione, Dietmar Appelhans, Robert Schober ACM NanoCom 2022 Best Paper Award at NANOCOM '22: The Ninth Annual ACM International Conference on Nanoscale Computing and Communication IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Making Learning Visible in Constructionist Learning Contexts By Ricarose Roque, Mariana Aki Tamashiro Best Pictorial at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children SIGDOC '22: The 40th ACM International Conference on Design of Communication Wikipedia Editing as Connective Intelligence: Analyzing the Vandal Fighter Role in the “2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine” Wikipedia Article By Laura E. 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Damasceno, Ramtin Khosravi, Mohammad Reza Mousavi Best Research Paper Award SPLC2022 at SPLC '22: 26th ACM International Systems and Software Product Line Conference SIGCOMM '22: ACM SIGCOMM 2022 Conference Starvation in end-to-end congestion control By Venkat Arun, Mohammad Alizadeh, Hari Balakrishnan Best Student Paper Award at SIGCOMM '22: ACM SIGCOMM 2022 Conference Software-defined network assimilation: bridging the last mile towards centralized network configuration management with NAssim By Huangxun Chen, Yukai Miao, Li Chen, Haifeng Sun, Hong Xu, Libin Liu, Gong Zhang, Wei Wang Best Paper Award at SIGCOMM '22: ACM SIGCOMM 2022 Conference DAC '22: 59th ACM/IEEE Design Automation Conference (DAC) Towards a formally verified hardware root-of-trust for data-oblivious computing By Lucas Deutschmann, Johannes Müller, Mohammad R. 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Liu, Jessica Shi, Shangdi Yu, Laxman Dhulipala, Julian Shun SPAA 2022 Best Paper at SPAA '22: 34th ACM Symposium on Parallelism in Algorithms and Architectures ITiCSE 2022: Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education Semaphore or Metaphor?: Exploring Concurrent Students' Conceptions of and with Analogy By Briana Bettin, Linda Ott, Julia Hiebel Best Paper Award for ITiCSE 2022 at ITiCSE 2022: Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems Efficient processing of high-volume tick data with Apache Flink for the DEBS 2022 grand challenge By Stefanos Kalogerakis, Antonis Papaioannou, Kostas Magoutis Best Grand Challenge Audience Award at DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems Analysis of market data with Noir: DEBS grand challenge By Luca De Martini, Alessandro Margara, Gianpaolo Cugola Best Grand Challenge Performance Award at DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems A multi-level caching architecture for stateful stream computation By Muhammed Tawfiqul Islam, Renata Borovica-Gajic, Shanika Karunasekera Best First-Time Authors Paper at DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems Toward reducing cross-shard transaction overhead in sharded blockchains By Liuyang Ren, Paul A. 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Ward, Bernard Wong Best Student Paper Award at DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems Predicate-based push-pull communication for distributed CEP By Steven Purtzel, Samira Akili, Matthias Weidlich Best paper Award at DEBS '22: The 16th ACM International Conference on Distributed and Event-based Systems MobiSys '22: The 20th Annual International Conference on Mobile Systems, Applications and Services OmniScatter: extreme sensitivity mmWave backscattering using commodity FMCW radar By Kang Min Bae, Namjo Ahn, Yoon Chae, Parth Pathak, Sung-Min Sohn, Song Min Kim Best Paper Award at MobiSys '22: The 20th Annual International Conference on Mobile Systems, Applications and Services SPiDR: ultra-low-power acoustic spatial sensing for micro-robot navigation By Yang Bai, Nakul Garg, Nirupam Roy Best Paper Award at MobiSys '22: The 20th Annual International Conference on Mobile Systems, Applications and Services ISSAC '22: International Symposium on Symbolic and Algebraic Computation Sparse Polynomial Interpolation and Division in Soft-linear Time By Pascal Giorgi, Bruno Grenet, Armelle Perret du Cray, Daniel S. Roche ISSAC Distinguished paper award at ISSAC '22: International Symposium on Symbolic and Algebraic Computation UMAP '22: 30th ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization Walking with PACE - Personalized and Automated Coaching Engine By Madhurima Vardhan, Narayan Hegde, Srujana Merugu, Shantanu Prabhat, Deepak Nathani, Martin Seneviratne, Nur Muhammad, Pranay Reddy, Sriram Lakshminarasimhan, Rahul Singh, Karina Lorenzana, Eshan Motwani, Partha Talukdar, Aravindan Raghuveer Best Paper Award at UMAP '22: 30th ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization How to Ask for Donations? Learning User-Specific Persuasive Dialogue Policies through Online Interactions By Nhat Tran, Malihe Alikhani, Diane Litman Best Student Paper Award at UMAP '22: 30th ACM Conference on User Modeling, Adaptation and Personalization COMPASS '22: ACM SIGCAS/SIGCHI Conference on Computing and Sustainable Societies (COMPASS) Social Agriculture: Examining the Affordances of Social Media for Agricultural Practices By Emrys Schoemaker, Reem Talhouk, Catherine Kamanu, Eoghan McDonaugh, Chris McDonaugh, Eliza Casey, Adam Wills, Finn Richardson, Jonathan Donner Honorable Mention at COMPASS '22: ACM SIGCAS/SIGCHI Conference on Computing and Sustainable Societies (COMPASS) Insights Into Incitement: A Computational Perspective on Dangerous Speech on Twitter in India By Saloni Dash, Rynaa Grover, Gazal Shekhawat, Sukhnidh Kaur, Dibyendu Mishra, Joyojeet Pal Honorable Mention at COMPASS '22: ACM SIGCAS/SIGCHI Conference on Computing and Sustainable Societies (COMPASS) Complexity of Factor Analysis for Particulate Matter (PM) Data: A Measurement Based Case Study in Delhi-NCR By Ismi Abidi, Sagar Ravi Gaddam, Saswat Kumar Pujari, Chinmay Shirish Degwekar, Rijurekha Sen Honorable Mention at COMPASS '22: ACM SIGCAS/SIGCHI Conference on Computing and Sustainable Societies (COMPASS) Phone Sharing and Cash Transfers in Togo: Quantitative Evidence from Mobile Phone Data By Emily Aiken, Viraj Thakur, Joshua Blumenstock Best Paper at COMPASS '22: ACM SIGCAS/SIGCHI Conference on Computing and Sustainable Societies (COMPASS) HT '22: 33rd ACM Conference on Hypertext and Social Media Cross-Lingual Query-Based Summarization of Crisis-Related Social Media: An Abstractive Approach Using Transformers By Fedor Vitiugin, Carlos Castillo Ted Nelson Newcomer Best Paper Award at HT '22: 33rd ACM Conference on Hypertext and Social Media Links Of Darkness: Hypertext And Horror By Mark Bernstein, Stee McMorris Douglas Engelbart Best Paper Award at HT '22: 33rd ACM Conference on Hypertext and Social Media ICS '22: 2022 International Conference on Supercomputing SparseLNR: accelerating sparse tensor computations using loop nest restructuring By Adhitha Dias, Kirshanthan Sundararajah, Charitha Saumya, Milind Kulkarni Best Paper Award at ICS '22: 2022 International Conference on Supercomputing e-Energy '22: The Thirteenth ACM International Conference on Future Energy Systems Distribution-level markets under high renewable energy penetration By Peizhong Ju, Xiaojun Lin, Jianwei Huang Best Paper at e-Energy '22: The Thirteenth ACM International Conference on Future Energy Systems JCDL '22: The ACM/IEEE Joint Conference on Digital Libraries in 2022 DeepASPeer: towards an aspect-level sentiment controllable framework for decision prediction from academic peer reviews By Sandeep Kumar, Hardik Arora, Tirthankar Ghosal, Asif Ekbal Best Student Paper Award at JCDL '22: The ACM/IEEE Joint Conference on Digital Libraries in 2022 Cross-domain multi-task learning for sequential sentence classification in research papers By Arthur Brack, Anett Hoppe, Pascal Buschermöhle, Ralph Ewerth Best Student Paper Award at JCDL '22: The ACM/IEEE Joint Conference on Digital Libraries in 2022 Investigating bloom filters for web archives' holdings By Martin Klein, Lyudmila Balakireva, Karolina Holub, Draženko Celjak, Ingeborg Rudomino Vannevar Bush Best Paper Award at JCDL '22: The ACM/IEEE Joint Conference on Digital Libraries in 2022 EICS '22: ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems Solids on Soli: Millimetre-Wave Radar Sensing through Materials By Klen Čopič Pucihar, Nuwan T. Attygalle, Matjaz Kljun, Christian Sandor, Luis A. Leiva EICS 2022, Honorable mention award at EICS '22: ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems What do Researchers Need when Implementing Novel Interaction Techniques? By Thibault Raffaillac, Stéphane Huot EICS 2022, Best Paper Awards at EICS '22: ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems IMX '22: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences More Weather Tomorrow. Engaging Families with Data through a Personalised Weather Forecast By Catho Van Den Bosch, Nikki Peeters, Sandy Claes Best Paper at IMX '22: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences Kintsugi VR: Designing with Fractured Objects By Asreen Rostami, Kasper Karlgren, Donald McMillan Honorable Mention at IMX '22: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences Evaluating and Updating a Design Space for Augmented Reality Television By Pejman Saeghe, Mark McGill, Bruce Weir, Sarah Clinch, Robert Stevens Honorable Mention at IMX '22: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences The Fushimi Inari Experience: An Interactive Volumetric Film By Filipe Pires, Abhinav Tyagi, Andrew MacIntyre, Kyle Bostelmann, Jordan Marczak, Amir Abbasnejad, Ewan Johnson, Devin Horsman Best Demonstration at IMX '22: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children “Track-track: Let's follow the cat!” Reflecting on children's biometric data processing through a micro puppet show By Maria Esperanza Sasaki Otani Best Demo at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children The Secret Communication Panel: A Constructionist Communications Device for Developing Computational Thinking Skills in School-Age Children By David Zikovitz, Nathan Holbert, Isabel Correa Best Demo at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Interactive soft toys to support social engagement through sensory-motor plays in early intervention of kids with special needs By Beste Ozcan, valerio sperati, Flora Giocondo, Massimiliano Schembri, Gianluca Baldassarre Honorable Mention - Demo at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children M&M - MONNOM meets MOBEYBOU: Digital Interfaces for Children's Embodied Interaction By Ipek Kay, Cristina Maria Sylla, Maitê Moraes Gil, Mine Ozkar, Ana Paula Caruso, Ufuk Aydın Honorable Mention - Demo at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Exploring Failures in Child-Computer Interaction.: Shifting the paradigm from “failures need to be hidden” to “failure is a learning opportunity”. By Līvija Dana Rukmane, Elisa Rubegni, Janet Read Best Work-in-Progress at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Searching for Engagement: Child Engagement and Search Engine Result Pages By Benjamin Bettencourt, Arif Ahmed, Nic Way, Casey Kennington, Katherine Landau Wright, Jerry Alan Fails Honorable Mention - Work-in-Progress at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Exploring Children’s Preferences for Taking Care of a Social Robot By Bengisu Cagiltay, Joseph Michaelis, Sarah Sebo, Bilge Mutlu Best Short Paper at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Understanding Fun in Learning to Code: A Multi-Modal Data approach By Gabriella Tisza, Kshitij Sharma, Sofia Papavlasopoulou, Panos Markopoulos, Michail Giannakos Best Full Paper at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Using video analysis and learning analytics to understand programming trajectories in data science activities with Scratch By Cassia Fernandez, João Adriano Freitas, Roseli de Deus Lopes, Paulo Blikstein Honorable Mention Short Paper at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children Signing-on-the-Fly: Technology Preferences to Reduce Communication Gap between Hearing Parents and Deaf Children By Zhen Bai, Elizabeth Codick, Ashely Tenesaca, Wanyin Hu, Xiurong Yu, Peirong Hao, Chigusa Kurumada, Wyatte Hall Honorable Mention Full Paper at IDC '22: Interaction Design and Children ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Introducing a Real-Time Advanced Eye Movements Analysis Pipeline By Gavindya Jayawardena Best Doctoral Symposium Presentation at ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Attention of Many Observers Visualized by Eye Movements By Teresa Hirzle, Marian Sauter, Tobias Wagner, Susanne Hummel, Enrico Rukzio, Anke Huckauf Best Paper at COGAIN at ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications An Eye Opener on the Use of Machine Learning in Eye Movement Based Authentication By Siyuan Peng, Naser Al Madi Best Technical Abstract at ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Real-time head-based deep-learning model for gaze probability regions in collaborative VR By Riccardo Bovo, Daniele Giunchi, Ludwig Sidenmark, Hans Gellersen, Enrico Costanza, Thomas Heinis Best Student Short Paper at ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications A Holographic Single-Pixel Stereo Camera Sensor for Calibration-free Eye-Tracking in Retinal Projection Augmented Reality Glasses By Johannes Meyer, Tobias Wilm, Reinhold Fiess, Thomas Schlebusch, Wilhelm Stork, Enkelejda Kas Best Short Paper at ETRA '22: 2022 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Pupillary Light Reflex Correction for Robust Pupillometry in Virtual Reality By Marie Eckert, Thomas Robotham, Emanuël A. 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Human-Centered Design of Virtual Environments for Musical Creativity Support in VR By Ruben Schlagowski, Fabian Wildgrube, Silvan Mertes, Ceenu George, Elisabeth André C&C 2022 Paper Honorable Mention Award at C&C '22: Creativity and Cognition Cracking the code: Co-coding with AI in creative programming education By Martin Jonsson, Jakob Tholander C&C 2022 Paper Honorable Mention Award at C&C '22: Creativity and Cognition MIDISpace: Finding Linear Directions in Latent Space for Music Generation By Meliksah Turker, Alara Dirik, Pinar Yanardag C&C 2022 Paper Honorable Mention Award at C&C '22: Creativity and Cognition Creative and Motivational Strategies Used by Expert Creative Practitioners By Molly Jane Nicholas, Sarah Sterman, Eric Paulos C&C 2022 Best Paper Award at C&C '22: Creativity and Cognition SIGMOD/PODS '22: International Conference on Management of Data Ad Hoc Transactions in Web Applications: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly By Chuzhe Tang, Zhaoguo Wang, Xiaodong Zhang, Qianmian Yu, Binyu Zang, Haibing Guan, Haibo Chen Honorable Mention at SIGMOD/PODS '22: International Conference on Management of Data Conjunctive Queries with Comparisons By Qichen Wang, Ke Yi Honorable Mention at SIGMOD/PODS '22: International Conference on Management of Data Photon: A Fast Query Engine for Lakehouse Systems By Alexander Behm, Shoumik Palkar, Utkarsh Agarwal, Timothy Armstrong, David Cashman, Ankur Dave, Todd Greenstein, Shant Hovsepian, Ryan Johnson, Arvind Sai Krishnan, Paul Leventis, Ala Luszczak, Prashanth Menon, Mostafa Mokhtar, Gene Pang, Sameer Paranjpye, Greg Rahn, Bart Samwel, Tom van Bussel, Herman van Hovell, Maryann Xue, Reynold Xin, Matei Zaharia Best Paper Award at SIGMOD/PODS '22: International Conference on Management of Data R2T: Instance-optimal Truncation for Differentially Private Query Evaluation with Foreign Keys By Wei Dong, Juanru Fang, Ke Yi, Yuchao Tao, Ashwin Machanavajjhala Best Paper Award at SIGMOD/PODS '22: International Conference on Management of Data GLSVLSI '22: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2022 Fast Parallel High-Level Synthesis Design Space Explorer: Targeting FPGAs to accelerate ASIC Exploration By Md Imtiaz Rashid, Benjamin Carrion Schafer Best Paper AWARD - First Place at GLSVLSI '22: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2022 Protected ECC Still Leaks: A Novel Differential-Bit Side-channel Power Attack on ECDH and Countermeasures By Tianhong Xu, Gongye Cheng, Yunsi Fei Best Paper AWARD - Second Place at GLSVLSI '22: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2022 Thermal and Power-Aware Run-time Performance Management of 3D MPSoCs with Integrated Flow Cell Arrays By Halima Najibi, Alexandre Levisse, Giovanni Ansaloni, Marina Zapater, David Atienza Best Paper AWARD - Third Place at GLSVLSI '22: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2022 SYSTOR '22: The 15th ACM International Systems and Storage Conference Fantastic SSD internals and how to learn and use them By Nanqinqin Li, Mingzhe Hao, Huaicheng Li, Xing Lin, Tim Emami, Haryadi S. Gunawi ACM SYSTOR 2022 Best Paper Award at SYSTOR '22: The 15th ACM International Systems and Storage Conference DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Voice Snapping: Inclusive Speech Interaction Techniques for Creative Object Manipulation By Farkhandah Aziz, Chris Creed, Sayan Sarcar, Maite Frutos-Pascual, Ian Williams Diversity and Inclusion Awards at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference An Introduction to Weave Structure for HCI: A How-to and Reflection on Modes of Exchange By Laura Devendorf, Sasha de Koninck, Etta Sandry Best Pictorial Honorable mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference The Air Quality Lens: Ambiguity as Opportunity to Reactivate Environmental Data By Teis De Greve, Steven Malliet, Niels Hendriks, Bieke Zaman Best Pictorial Honorable mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Portfolio of Loose Ends By Bruna Goveia da Rocha, Kristina Andersen, Oscar Tomico Best Pictorial Honorable mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference EmotiTactor: Exploring How Designers Approach Emotional Robotic Touch By Ran Zhou, Harpreet Sareen, Yufei Zhang, Daniel Leithinger Best Pictorial Honorable mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Spooky Technology: The ethereal and otherworldly as a resource for design By Daragh Byrne, Dan Lockton, Meijie Hu, Miranda Luong, Anuprita Ranade, Karen Escarcha, Katherine Giesa, Yiwei Huang, Catherine Yochum, Gordon Robertson, Lisa (Yip Yan) Yeung, Matthew Cruz, Christi Danner, Elizabeth Wang, Malika Khurana Best Pictorial Award at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Addressing Hiccups in Conversations with Recommender Systems By Sruthi Viswanathan, Fabien Guillot, Minsuk Chang, Antonietta Maria Grasso, Jean-Michel Renders Best Paper Honorable Mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference “So What? 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Fox Best Paper Honorable Mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Co-designing Digital Platforms for Volunteer-led Migrant Community Welfare Support By Joshua Paolo Seguin, Delvin Varghese, Misita Anwar, Tom Bartindale, Patrick Olivier Best Paper Honorable Mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference “Isn't this Marvelous”: Supporting Older Adults’ Wellbeing with Smart Home Devices Through Curiosity, Play and Experimentation By Yolande Strengers, Melisa Duque, Michael Mortimer, Sarah Pink, Rex Martin, Larissa Nicholls, Ben Horan, Alicia Eugene, Sue Thomson Best Paper Honorable Mention at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Feminist Care in the Anthropocene: Packing and Unpacking Tensions in Posthumanist HCI By Cayla Key, Cally Gatehouse, Nick Taylor Best Paper Award at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Control Matters in Elder Care Technology: Evidence and Direction for Designing It In By Clara Berridge, Yuanjin Zhou, Amanda Lazar, Anupreet Porwal, Nora Mattek, Sarah Gothard, Jeffrey Kaye Best Paper Award at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Design considerations for a digital service to support prison leavers By Monika Grierson, Delvin Varghese, Mitzi Bolton, Patrick Olivier Best Paper Award at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference Designing Interactive Visuals for Dance from Body Maps: Machine Learning and Composite Animation Approaches By Nuno N. Correia, Raul Masu, William Primett, Stephan Jürgens, Jochen Feitsch, Hugo Plácido da Silva Best Paper Award at DIS '22: Designing Interactive Systems Conference SACMAT '22: The 27th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies (SACMAT) Removing the Reliance on Perimeters for Security using Network Views By Iffat Anjum, Daniel Kostecki, Ethan Leba, Jessica Sokal, Rajit Bharambe, William Enck, Cristina Nita-Rotaru, Bradley Reaves Best Student Paper Award at SACMAT '22: The 27th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies (SACMAT) Generalized Noise Role Mining By Jason Crampton, Eduard Eiben, Gregory Gutin, Daniel Karapetyan, Diptapriyo Majumdar Best Paper Award at SACMAT '22: The 27th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies (SACMAT) SIGSIM-PADS '22: SIGSIM Conference on Principles of Advanced Discrete Simulation Temporally synchronized emulation of devices with simulation of networks By Vignesh Babu, David Nicol Best Paper Award at SIGSIM-PADS '22: SIGSIM Conference on Principles of Advanced Discrete Simulation ASIA CCS '22: ACM Asia Conference on Computer and Communications Security Understanding and Detecting Remote Infection on Linux-based IoT Devices By Hongda Li, Qiqing Huang, Fei Ding, Hongxin Hu, Long Cheng, Guofei Gu, Ziming Zhao AsiaCCS 2022 Best Paper Award at ASIA CCS '22: ACM Asia Conference on Computer and Communications Security WiSec '22: 15th ACM Conference on Security and Privacy in Wireless and Mobile Networks AirGuard - Protecting Android Users from Stalking Attacks by Apple Find My Devices By Alexander Heinrich, Niklas Bittner, Matthias Hollick Best Paper Award at WiSec '22: 15th ACM Conference on Security and Privacy in Wireless and Mobile Networks CF '22: 19th ACM International Conference on Computing Frontiers FPGA acceleration of deep reinforcement learning using on-chip replay management By Yuan Meng, Chi Zhang, Viktor Prasanna Best Paper Award CF'22 at CF '22: 19th ACM International Conference on Computing Frontiers I3D '22: Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games Permutation Coding for Vertex-Blend Attribute Compression By Christoph Peters, Bastian Kuth, Quirin Meyer I3D Best Paper Award at I3D '22: Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games Bringing Linearly Transformed Cosines to Anisotropic GGX By Aakash KT, Eric Heitz, Jonathan Dupuy, P. 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Narayanan I3D Best Paper Award at I3D '22: Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Constraint-logic object-oriented programming for test case generation By Hendrik Winkelmann, Laura Troost, Herbert Kuchen ACM SAC 2022 Best Paper Award for theme: Software Design and Development at SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Iterative adversarial removal of gender bias in pretrained word embeddings By Yacine Gaci, Boualem Benatallah, Fabio Casati, Khalid Benabdeslem ACM SAC 2022 Best Paper Award for theme: Artificial Intelligence and Agents at SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Condition-based synchronization in data-centric concurrency control By David Neves, Hervé Paulino ACM SAC 2022 Best Paper Award for theme: System Software and Security at SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Optimization of IoT slices in wifi enterprise networks By Foroutan Fami, Nessrine Hammami, Chuan Pham, Kim-Khoa Nguyen ACM SAC 2022 Best Paper Award for theme: Distributed Systems at SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing DAM-AL: dilated attention mechanism with attention loss for 3D infant brain image segmentation By Dinh-Hieu Hoang, Gia-Han Diep, Minh-Triet Tran, Ngan T. H Le ACM SAC 2022 Best Paper Award for theme: Information Systems at SAC '22: The 37th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing ACM SE '22: 2022 ACM Southeast Conference Superpixel-based knowledge infusion in deep neural networks for image classification By Gunjan Chhablani, Abheesht Sharma, Harshit Pandey, Tirtharaj Dash Best Short Paper at ACM SE '22: 2022 ACM Southeast Conference Impact of the computer system user when creating cyber defense strategies By C. Daniel Colvett, Mikel D. Petty, John A. Bland, Katia P. Maxwell, Marshall Rosenhoover Best Full Paper at ACM SE '22: 2022 ACM Southeast Conference CODASPY '22: Twelveth ACM Conference on Data and Application Security and Privacy Prediction of Mobile App Privacy Preferences with User Profiles via Federated Learning By André Brandão, Ricardo Mendes, João P. Vilela Best Paper at CODASPY '22: Twelveth ACM Conference on Data and Application Security and Privacy ICPE '22: ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering NVMe Virtualization for Cloud Virtual Machines By Lixiang Luo, I-Hsin Chung, Seetharami Seelam, Ming-hung Chen, Yun Joon Soh Best Industry Paper: Winner at ICPE '22: ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering Why Is It Not Solved Yet?: Challenges for Production-Ready Autoscalin By Martin Straesser, Johannes Grohmann, Jóakim von Kistowski, Simon Eismann, André Bauer, Samuel Kounev Best Industry Paper: Runner Up at ICPE '22: ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering Oversubscribing GPU Unified Virtual Memory: Implications and Suggestions By Chuanming Shao, Jinyang Guo, Pengyu Wang, Jing Wang, Chao Li, Minyi Guo Best Research Paper: Runner Up at ICPE '22: ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering LongTale: Toward Automatic Performance Anomaly Explanation in Microservices By Richard Li, Min Du, Zheng Wang, Hyunseok Chang, Sarit Mukherjee, Eric Eide Best Research Paper: Winner at ICPE '22: ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering ISPD '22: International Symposium on Physical Design LEO: Line End Optimizer for Sub-7nm Technology Nodes By Diwesh Pandey, Gustavo E. Tellez, James Leland ISPD 2022 Best Paper Award at ISPD '22: International Symposium on Physical Design SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data Dendrite: Bolt-on Adaptivity for Data Systems By Brad Glasbergen, Fangyu Wu, Khuzaima Daudjee SIGMOD 2021 Best Demo at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data Steering Query Optimizers: A Practical Take on Big Data Workloads By Parimarjan Negi, Matteo Interlandi, Ryan Marcus, Mohammad Alizadeh, Tim Kraska, Marc Friedman, Alekh Jindal SIGMOD 2021 Honorable Mention: Industry Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data Rethink the Scan in MVCC Databases By Jongbin Kim, Kihwang Kim, Hyunsoo Cho, Jaeseon Yu, Sooyong Kang, Hyungsoo Jung SIGMOD 2021 Honorable Mention: Data Management Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data To Partition, or Not to Partition, That is the Join Question in a Real System By Maximilian Bandle, Jana Giceva, Thomas Neumann SIGMOD 2021 Honorable Mention: Data Management Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data JSON Tiles: Fast Analytics on Semi-Structured Data By Dominik Durner, Viktor Leis, Thomas Neumann SIGMOD 2021 Honorable Mention: Data Management Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data FoundationDB: A Distributed Unbundled Transactional Key Value Store By Jingyu Zhou, Meng Xu, Alexander Shraer, Bala Namasivayam, Alex Miller, Evan Tschannen, Steve Atherton, Andrew J. Beamon, Rusty Sears, John Leach, Dave Rosenthal, Xin Dong, Will Wilson, Ben Collins, David Scherer, Alec Grieser, Young Liu, Alvin Moore, Bhaskar Muppana, Xiaoge Su, Vishesh Yadav SIGMOD 2021 Best Industry Paper at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data Bao: Making Learned Query Optimization Practical By Ryan Marcus, Parimarjan Negi, Hongzi Mao, Nesime Tatbul, Mohammad Alizadeh, Tim Kraska SIGMOD 2021 Best Paper: Data Management Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data SliceLine: Fast, Linear-Algebra-based Slice Finding for ML Model Debugging By Svetlana Sagadeeva, Matthias Boehm SIGMOD 2021 Best Paper: Data Science & Engineering Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data DFI: The Data Flow Interface for High-Speed Networks By Lasse Thostrup, Jan Skrzypczak, Matthias Jasny, Tobias Ziegler, Carsten Binnig SIGMOD 2021 Best Paper: Data Management Track at SIGMOD/PODS '21: International Conference on Management of Data IUI '22: 27th International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces Learning User Interface Semantics from Heterogeneous Networks with Multimodal and Positional Attributes By Gary Ang, Ee Peng Lim IUI 2022 Honorable Mention at IUI '22: 27th International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces Estimating 3D Finger Pose via 2D-3D Fingerprint Matching By Yongjie Duan, Ke He, Jianjiang Feng, Jiwen Lu, Jie Zhou IUI 2022 Honorable Mention at IUI '22: 27th International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces Embedding Comparator: Visualizing Differences in Global Structure and Local Neighborhoods via Small Multiples By Angie Boggust, Brandon Carter, Arvind Satyanarayan IUI 2022 Honorable Mention at IUI '22: 27th International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces Hand Gesture Recognition for an Off-the-Shelf Radar by Electromagnetic Modeling and Inversion By Arthur Sluÿters, Sébastien Lambot, Jean Vanderdonckt Best Paper at IUI '22: 27th International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces Deep Learning Uncertainty in Machine Teaching By Téo Sanchez, Baptiste Caramiaux, Pierre Thiel, Wendy E. 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Berger, Nathan Beckmann, Gregory R. Ganger Best paper award at SOSP '21: ACM SIGOPS 28th Symposium on Operating Systems Principles Bringing Accessibility Right Inside Design Tools By Samine Hadadi Best Artifact Award at ASSETS '21: The 23rd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility SciA11y: Converting Scientific Papers to Accessible HTML By Lucy Lu Wang, Isabel Cachola, Jonathan Bragg, Evie Yu-Yen Cheng, Chelsea Haupt, Matt Latzke, Bailey Kuehl, Madeleine N van Zuylen, Linda Wagner, Daniel Weld Best Artifact Award at ASSETS '21: The 23rd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility Sidewalk Gallery: An Interactive, Filterable Image Gallery of Over 500,000 Sidewalk Accessibility Problems By Michael Duan, Aroosh Kumar, Michael Saugstad, Aileen Zeng, Ilia Savin, Jon E. Froehlich Best Artifact Award at ASSETS '21: The 23rd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility Bringing Accessibility Right Inside Design Tools By Samine Hadadi Best Artifact Award at ASSETS '21: The 23rd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility SciA11y: Converting Scientific Papers to Accessible HTML By Lucy Lu Wang, Isabel Cachola, Jonathan Bragg, Evie Yu-Yen Cheng, Chelsea Haupt, Matt Latzke, Bailey Kuehl, Madeleine N van Zuylen, Linda Wagner, Daniel Weld Best Artifact Award at ASSETS '21: The 23rd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility Sidewalk Gallery: An Interactive, Filterable Image Gallery of Over 500,000 Sidewalk Accessibility Problems By Michael Duan, Aroosh Kumar, Michael Saugstad, Aileen Zeng, Ilia Savin, Jon E. 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Scholl, Hussel Suriyaarachchi, Vipula Dissanayake, Suranga Nanayakkara Honorable mention award at MobileHCI '21: 23rd International Conference on Mobile Human-Computer Interaction SF-LG: Space-Filling Line Graphs for Visualizing Interrelated Time-series Data on Smartwatches By Ali Neshati, Fouad Alallah, Bradley Rey, Yumiko Sakamoto, Marcos Serrano, Pourang Irani Honorable mention award at MobileHCI '21: 23rd International Conference on Mobile Human-Computer Interaction Towards Transparent Behavior of Automated Vehicles: Design and Evaluation of HUD Concepts to Support System Predictability Through Motion Intent Communication By Henrik Detjen, Maurizio Salini, Jan Kronenberger, Stefan Geisler, Stefan Schneegass Best paper award at MobileHCI '21: 23rd International Conference on Mobile Human-Computer Interaction How to Design the Perfect Prompt: A Linguistic Approach to Prompt Design in Automotive Voice Assistants – An Exploratory Study By Anna-Maria Meck, Lisa Precht Honorable Mention at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications Automatic Generation of Road Trip Summary Video for Reminiscence and Entertainment using Dashcam Video By Kana Bito, Itiro Siio, Yoshio Ishiguro, Kazuya Takeda Honorable Mention at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications Why Drivers Feel the Way they Do:An On-the-Road Study Using Self-Reports and Geo-Tagging By Monique Dittrich Honorable Mention at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications After You! Design and Evaluation of a Human Machine Interface for Cooperative Truck Overtaking Maneuvers on Freeways By Jana Fank, Christian Knies, Frank Diermeyer Honorable Mention at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications Enhancing Interactions for In-Car Voice User Interface with Gestural Input on the Steering Wheel By Zhitong Cui, Hebo Gong, Yanan Wang, Chengyi Shen, Wenyin Zou, Shijian Luo Honorable Mention at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications Mode Awareness Interfaces in Automated Vehicles, Robotics, and Aviation: A Literature Review By Yasemin Dönmez Özkan, Alexander G. Mirnig, Alexander Meschtscherjakov, Cansu Demir, Manfred Tscheligi Best Paper Award at AutomotiveUI '21: 13th International Conference on Automotive User Interfaces and Interactive Vehicular Applications Learning Speech-driven 3D Conversational Gestures from Video By Ikhsanul Habibie, Weipeng Xu, Dushyant Mehta, Lingjie Liu, Hans-Peter Seidel, Gerard Pons-Moll, Mohamed Elgharib, Christian Theobalt Best Paper Award for IVA '21 at IVA '21: ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents Speech2Properties2Gestures: Gesture-Property Prediction as a Tool for Generating Representational Gestures from Speech By Taras Kucherenko, Rajmund Nagy, Patrik Jonell, Michael Neff, Hedvig Kjellström, Gustav Eje Henter Honorable Mention Extended Abstract at IVA '21: ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents Towards Designing Enthusiastic AI Agents By Carla Viegas, Malihe Alikhani Honorable Mention Extended Abstract at IVA '21: ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents Human or Robot?: Investigating voice, appearance and gesture motion realism of conversational social agents By Ylva Ferstl, Sean Thomas, Cédric Guiard, Cathy Ennis, Rachel McDonnell Best Paper Nominee at IVA '21: ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents Attention-Guidance Method Based on Conforming Behavior of Multiple Virtual Agents for Pedestrians By Naoto Yoshida, Tomoko Yonezawa Best Paper Nominee at IVA '21: ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents A Lightweight Deep Learning Approach to Mosquito Classification from Wingbeat Sounds By Myat Su Yin, Peter Haddawy, Borvorntat Nirandmongkol, Tup Kongthaworn, Chanaporn Chaisumritchoke, Akara Supratak, Chaitawat Sa-ngamuang, Patchara Sriwichai Best paper award at GoodIT '21: Conference on Information Technology for Social Good Social and rewarding microscopical dynamics in blockchain-based online social networks By Cheick Tidiane Ba, Matteo Zignani, Sabrina Gaito Best paper runner-up award at GoodIT '21: Conference on Information Technology for Social Good Deep learning and collaborative training for reducing communication barriers with deaf people By Manuel Vázquez-Enríquez, Pablo Losada-Rodríguez, Mateo González-Cid, José L. Alba-Castro Best work-in-progress paper award at GoodIT '21: Conference on Information Technology for Social Good Client-server sessions in linear logic By Zesen Qian, G. A. Kavvos, Lars Birkedal Distinguished Paper Award at 26th ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Functional Programming (ICFP '21) Getting to the point: index sets and parallelism-preserving autodiff for pointful array programming By Adam Paszke, Daniel D. Johnson, David Duvenaud, Dimitrios Vytiniotis, Alexey Radul, Matthew J. Johnson, Jonathan Ragan-Kelley, Dougal Maclaurin Distinguished Paper Award at 26th ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Functional Programming (ICFP '21) An existential crisis resolved: type inference for first-class existential types By Richard A. Eisenberg, Guillaume Duboc, Stephanie Weirich, Daniel Lee Distinguished Paper Award at 26th ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Functional Programming (ICFP '21) Theorems for free from separation logic specifications By Lars Birkedal, Thomas Dinsdale-Young, Arma&#;l Gu&#;neau, Guilhem Jaber, Kasper Svendsen, Nikos Tzevelekos Distinguished Paper Award at 26th ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Functional Programming (ICFP '21) You too Brutus! Trapping Hateful Users in Social Media: Challenges, Solutions & Insights By Mithun Das, Punyajoy Saha, Ritam Dutt, Pawan Goyal, Animesh Mukherjee, Binny Mathew Ted Nelson Newcomer Award at HT '21: 32nd ACM Conference on Hypertext and Social Media This Item Might Reinforce Your Opinion: Obfuscation and Labeling of Search Results to Mitigate Confirmation Bias By Alisa Rieger, Tim Draws, Mariët Theune, Nava Tintarev Douglas Engelbart Best Paper Award at HT '21: 32nd ACM Conference on Hypertext and Social Media Monte Carlo tree search for feature model analyses: a general framework for decision-making By Jose-Miguel Horcas, José A. Galindo, Ruben Heradio, David Fernandez-Amoros, David Benavides Best Research Paper Award at SPLC '21: 25th ACM International Systems and Software Product Line Conference A comparison of performance specialization learning for configurable systems By Hugo Martin, Mathieu Acher, Juliana Alves Pereira, Jean-Marc Jézéquel Best Research Paper Award at SPLC '21: 25th ACM International Systems and Software Product Line Conference Focused jump-and-repair constraint handling for fixed-parameter tractable graph problems By Luke Branson, Andrew M. Sutton FOGA 2021 Best Paper Award at FOGA '21: Foundations of Genetic Algorithms XVI Simulation of droplet dispersion in COVID-19 type pandemics on Fugaku By Rahul Bale, Chung-Gang Li, Masashi Yamakawa, Akiyoshi Iida, Ryoichi Kurose, Makoto Tsubokura PASC21 Best Paper at PASC '21: Platform for Advanced Scientific Computing Conference A novel approach on the joint de-identification of textual and relational data with a modified mondrian algorithm By F. Singhofer, A. Garifullina, M. Kern, A. Scherp ACM DocEng 2021 Best Paper Award at DocEng '21: ACM Symposium on Document Engineering 2021 On minimizing cost in legal document review workflows By Eugene Yang, David D. Lewis, Ophir Frieder ACM DocEng 2021 Best Student Paper Award at DocEng '21: ACM Symposium on Document Engineering 2021 SmartCommit: a graph-based interactive assistant for activity-oriented commits By Bo Shen, Wei Zhang, Christian Kästner, Haiyan Zhao, Zhao Wei, Guangtai Liang, Zhi Jin ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Probabilistic Delta debugging By Guancheng Wang, Ruobing Shen, Junjie Chen, Yingfei Xiong, Lu Zhang ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Semantic bug seeding: a learning-based approach for creating realistic bugs By Jibesh Patra, Michael Pradel ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Vet: identifying and avoiding UI exploration tarpits By Wenyu Wang, Wei Yang, Tianyin Xu, Tao Xie ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Bias in machine learning software: why? how? what to do? By Joymallya Chakraborty, Suvodeep Majumder, Tim Menzies ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) A longitudinal analysis of bloated Java dependencies By César Soto-Valero, Thomas Durieux, Benoit Baudry ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) AlloyMax: bringing maximum satisfaction to relational specifications By Changjian Zhang, Ryan Wagner, Pedro Orvalho, David Garlan, Vasco Manquinho, Ruben Martins, Eunsuk Kang ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Efficient module-level dynamic analysis for dynamic languages with module recontextualization By Nikos Vasilakis, Grigoris Ntousakis, Veit Heller, Martin C. Rinard ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Analysis of specifications of multiparty sessions with dcj-lint By Erik Horlings, Sung-Shik Jongmans Tool demonstration award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) AlloyFL: a fault localization framework for Alloy By Tanvir Ahmed Khan, Allison Sullivan, Kaiyuan Wang Tool demonstration award at 29th ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering (ESEC/FSE '21) Evaluating Proof Blocks Problems as Exam Questions By Seth Poulsen, Mahesh Viswanathan, Geoffrey L. Herman, Matthew West Honorable Mention ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research at ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research Identifying SQL Misconceptions of Novices: Findings from a Think-Aloud Study By Daphne Miedema, Efthimia Aivaloglou, George Fletcher Honorable Mention ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research at ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research Identity in K-12 Computer Education Research: A Systematic Literature Review By Gregor Gro&#;e-B&#;lting, Dietrich Gerstenberger, Lara Gildehaus, Andreas M&#;hling, Carsten Schulte Honorable Mention ICER 2021 at ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research Re-Examining Inequalities in Computer Science Participation from a Bourdieusian Sociological Perspective By Maria Kallia, Quintin Cutts Best Paper Award ICER 2021 at ICER 2021: ACM Conference on International Computing Education Research Formulating a gene signature for diagnosis of autoimmune and infectious diseases By Riya Gupta, Aditya M Rao, Lara Murphy Jones, Purvesh Khatri Best Poster Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics Mechanistic model demonstrates importance of autocrine IL-8 secretion by neutrophils By Wangui Mbuguiro, Feilim Mac Gabhann Best Poster Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics The genetics of human aging: predicting age and age-related diseases by deep mining high dimensional biomarker data By Hannah Guan Best Poster Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics Signal quality detection towards practical non-touch vital sign monitoring By Zongxing Xie, Bing Zhou, Fan Ye Best Student Paper Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics Match2: hybrid self-organizing map and deep learning strategies for treatment effect estimation By Xiao Shou, Tian Gao, Dharmashankar Subramanian, Kristin P. Bennett Best Student Paper Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics Synthesized difference in differences By Eric V. Strobl, Thomas A. Lasko Best Paper Award at BCB '21: 12th ACM International Conference on Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Informatics A lightweight framework for function name reassignment based on large-scale stripped binaries By Han Gao, Shaoyin Cheng, Yinxing Xue, Weiming Zhang ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper at 30th ACM SIGSOFT International Symposium on Software Testing and Analysis (ISSTA '21) Test-case prioritization for configuration testing By Runxiang Cheng, Lingming Zhang, Darko Marinov, Tianyin Xu ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper at 30th ACM SIGSOFT International Symposium on Software Testing and Analysis (ISSTA '21) Type and interval aware array constraint solving for symbolic execution By Ziqi Shuai, Zhenbang Chen, Yufeng Zhang, Jun Sun, Ji Wang ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper at 30th ACM SIGSOFT International Symposium on Software Testing and Analysis (ISSTA '21) SAND: a static analysis approach for detecting SQL antipatterns By Yingjun Lyu, Sasha Volokh, William G. J. Halfond, Omer Tripp ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper at 30th ACM SIGSOFT International Symposium on Software Testing and Analysis (ISSTA '21) Restorable Shortest Path Tiebreaking
1010	dbpedia	2	47	https://sciton.com/blog-scitons-technology-meets-the-demand-for-todays-top-aesthetic-trends/	en	How Sciton's Technology Meets the Demands of Today's Aesthetic Trends	https://sciton.com/wp-co…s-blog-image.png	https://sciton.com/wp-co…s-blog-image.png	[ "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Sciton-Logo.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Vector.png", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Location-Pin.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/United-States.svg", "https://sciton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jap...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Nancy Salim" ]	2024-05-10T15:22:52+00:00	May 20, 2024—As we make headway into 2024, several trends continue to shape the aesthetics…	en	https://sciton.com/wp-co…icon-1-32x32.png	Sciton	https://sciton.com/blog-scitons-technology-meets-the-demand-for-todays-top-aesthetic-trends/	May 20, 2024—As we make headway into 2024, several trends continue to shape the aesthetics industry, driven by innovative technologies and shifting consumer preferences. In this fast-changing industry, offering treatments that align with consumer preferences is crucial for aesthetic practices looking to succeed in today’s competitive market. Join us as we uncover some of Sciton’s most sought-after solutions for today’s top aesthetic trends. Non-invasive procedures: Minimal downtime, visible results Data from the Aesthetic Society reveals a notable surge in the demand for non-invasive energy-based procedures.1 The trend is substantiated by findings from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Procedural Statistics Release report, which shows that non-invasive procedures, such as laser treatments, continue to gain traction. According to the ASPS report, skin resurfacing treatments, pulsed light treatments, and combination laser treatments were among the top five cosmetic procedures.2 The demand for non-invasive treatments stems from a broader cultural transition towards prejuvenation treatments, which offer “preventative” care.2 Embraced by younger patients, prejuvenation treatments, such as Sciton’s MOXI™ laser, aim to delay or circumvent the need for more invasive procedures in the future. Meet the rising demand for prejuvenation with MOXI™ As the demand for prejuvenation treatments increases among millennials, aesthetic practices can capitalize on this opportunity with Sciton’s 1927 nm fractionated, non-ablative laser, MOXI. MOXI is ideal for patients who want to maintain beautiful skin with little to no downtime or discomfort or those looking to delay the appearance of aging skin. Benefits of MOXI Quick and convenient: The MOXI laser treatment is a swift 12–15-minute lunchtime procedure for skin revitalization, light correction, and overall skin health maintenance for all skin types and ages. In a recent NewBeauty article, Dr. Quenby Erickson, DO, FAAD, FACMS, a board-certified Chicago-based dermatologist, says MOXI is the perfect treatment for maintaining youthful and healthy skin. “While most lasers are for correcting various skin conditions, MOXI is perfect for keeping your skin looking young and healthy. It is also great for stubborn pigment and even safe and effective for melasma.”3 Address melasma symptoms: The MOXI laser effectively targets the dermal pigment associated with melasma. While it can’t treat the underlying cause of melasma, MOXI targets water within pigmented cells, causing them to denature. The body then naturally eliminates these cells and replaces them with pigment-free ones. While a permanent cure for melasma remains elusive, providers can effectively manage the condition’s visible signs with a series of MOXI treatments and a yearly skin maintenance regimen. “If you are trying to correct something like melasma, pigmentation, or red spots, we usually recommend a series of MOXI treatments, sometimes in combo with BBL [BroadBand Light]. Usually, three to four treatments spaced six to eight weeks apart, and then yearly maintenance to maintain results,” says Dr. Lesley Loss, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Rochester, NY. 3 Skyrocketing brand awareness: Since its debut in June 2020, MOXI has gained traction as a highly desired ‘Hollywood treatment,’ with celebrities and bloggers touting its effectiveness on social media. Consequently, MOXI’s brand awareness has grown immensely. Recent data reveals that MOXI’s online search demand has surged by 900%, treatment volume has increased by 117%, and, according to QSight data, MOXI has achieved a 48% market share in the industry. The MOXI laser also boasts a 91% RealSelf.com Worth It Rating and was recently awarded New Beauty’s 2024 Best Low-Downtime Laser Treatment. Social media’s impact on current beauty trends The rise in prejuvenation treatments is closely tied to social media’s influence on beauty trends. The ASPS report reveals that the uptick in cosmetic procedures is driven by the pervasive influence of social media and the prevalence of selfies. As individuals frequently see themselves and others online, there’s a growing desire to improve their appearance. Influencers and celebrities are also becoming more transparent about their cosmetic enhancements on social media, further fueling the increase in cosmetic treatments.2 According to an article by McKinsey & Company, consumers are shifting away from the polished “Instagram face” to the more expressive “TikTok face,” highlighting the impact of social media on current beauty trends. 4 Instagram face, as described by The New Yorker magazine, is “a young face … with poreless skin and plump, high cheekbones. It has catlike eyes, long, cartoonish lashes, a small, neat nose, and full, lush lips.” 5 In contrast, TikTok face embraces a more natural aesthetic, forgoing a filtered or edited appearance in favor of authenticity, in line with the spontaneous nature of TikTok’s content. The transition towards more natural-looking results reflects a larger cultural trend that values authenticity and personal expression in cosmetic choices. Tweakments: The burgeoning trend sweeping the beauty industry Reflecting the current trend of a more natural and authentic aesthetic, ‘tweakments,’ such as Botox®, fillers, and laser treatments, are rising in popularity. Tweakments appeal to consumers seeking quick, subtle enhancements with the flexibility to customize for more dramatic transformations. Gaining popularity due to their minimal to no downtime, tweakments can be easily integrated into patients’ busy schedules. According to the ASPS report, the demand for tweakments among men has grown 253% since 2019, highlighting their broadening appeal. 2 Practices that include tweakments in their service menu have the potential to earn more revenue. According to Matt Taranto, president of Mint Aesthetics, a leading med spa training and consulting company, tweakments like neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and laser and light therapies, including Sciton’s Broad Band Light® technology and HALO® laser treatment, account for nearly 60% of revenue in his top clinics.6 Here are some of today’s most popular tweakments: Laser treatments HALO®, Sciton’s hybrid fractional laser, stands out for its unique dual-wavelength capabilities. By combining non-ablative and ablative wavelengths in a single pass, HALO allows providers to tailor the depth of treatment, effectively addressing a broad range of skin concerns. Benefits of HALO Skin revitalization for all skin types: HALO simultaneously targets the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne scars, enlarged pores, skin dullness, and pigmented lesions in all skin types. The treatment achieves a visible improvement in the appearance of aged or damaged skin, often in just one to two treatments. Optimal ROI and lucrative revenue: Sciton’s highest net revenue fractional procedure generates over $20,000 monthly revenue for top-performing practices in states like Ohio, Washington, North Carolina, Michigan, and Montana. This demonstrates HALO’s broad patient appeal and revenue potential across diverse locations.7 High brand recognition and demand: HALO is consistently awarded accolades for outstanding results and high patient satisfaction. Most recently, this iconic treatment was named 2023’s Best Multitasking Laser by New Beauty for its ability to address skin pigmentation, tone, and texture in as little as one treatment session with minimal downtime. Pulsed light treatments BBL® HEROic™, Sciton’s newest groundbreaking pulsed light technology effectively targets a broad spectrum of skin conditions to enhance tone, texture, elasticity, and skin’s overall appearance. The treatment is a powerful minimal-to-no-downtime solution for sun damage, rosacea, redness, dullness, pigmented lesions, vascular issues, and other skin quality issues. Benefits of BBL HEROic Swift full-body treatments: With sessions typically lasting 20–30 minutes, BBL HEROic significantly enhances patient flow and drives substantial revenue growth for practices. According to Erin Hennessey, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, owner of Blush Aesthetics in Toledo, OH, HEROic‘s quick and consistent treatment times significantly increase treatment volume. “Somebody can come in on their lunch hour, get their makeup off, get treated, put their makeup right back on, and go out into the world. We can turn that room over and do four treatments in one room during a lunch hour,” says Hennessey. NEW 532+™ BBL® Filter: HEROic is the latest evolution in Sciton’s best-selling BroadBand Light (BBL) product line. With a new 532+ BBL narrowband filter, HEROic can now treat vascular and pigmented lesions, such as thready vessels around the nose and low-contrast, recalcitrant pigmented lesions like seborrheic keratoses. Dr. Sherrif Ibrahim, MD, Ph.D., a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Rochester Dermatologic Surgery in Rochester, New York, uses the new filter to address vascular and pigment skin concerns. “I use the HEROic 532+ BBL filter for both vascular and pigment, such as small vessels or redness, but there is nothing like it for the small seborrheic keratoses lesions.” Streamlined training: HEROic’s automated intelligence flattens the learning curve for providers and their staff, eliminating common user technique errors, such as double pulsing and alignment gaps. Kaitlyn Jones, board-certified PA-C in Nashville, TN, delegates HEROic to her staff with confidence. “HEROic is so much easier … I can delegate it to staff without being concerned about striping, gaps, or double pulsing. It’s been a game-changer in our practice.” Stacked treatments with radiofrequency (RF) microneedling RF microneedling has gained popularity in recent years as a minimal downtime skin revitalization treatment for all skin types. Combining RF microneedling with other energy-based treatments is one of today’s dominant aesthetic trends. When combined with MOXI or BBL HEROic, RF microneedling significantly improves skin health by targeting different layers of the skin. For example, while MOXI works on the skin’s surface layers to improve the appearance of tone and texture, fine lines, uneven pigmentation, sun damage, and mild scarring, RF microneedling penetrates deeper into the skin, addressing skin concerns like the appearance of enlarged pores, skin laxity, and deeper scars.Combining both treatments can address a wide range of skin concerns, yielding more noticeable, longer-lasting results.8 Dr. Jason Emer, MD, a board-certified dermatologic surgeon says both BBL and microneedling can be performed together in the same session. “These treatments [BBL and microneedling] can be done on the same day … Keep in mind, a combination approach is needed for the most improvement of sunspots and pigmentation,” he says. Read his full response on RealSelf.com here.9 Personalized skincare through combination therapy Patients no longer want a one-size-fits-all method; they want customized solutions that cater to their unique skin types, skin concerns, and lifestyles. The concept of personalized skincare is often achieved through layering or stacking treatments. A study published in the Journal of Lasers in Medical Science concluded that combination laser therapies outperformed monotherapies in clinical improvement, reduced adverse events such as pain and erythema, and elevated patient satisfaction.10 Another study in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology found that a combination of fractional ablative and non-ablative laser resurfacing treatments improves wrinkles and pigment, similar to purely ablative approaches. Reduced side effects make the combined procedure an attractive option for facial rejuvenation.11 Sciton’s combination therapy brand: ScitonStaX™ Sciton’s exclusive combination therapy brand, SctionStaX, meets the demand for personalized skincare through synergistic treatments. StaX combines two or more modalities on a Sciton platform to address multiple skin concerns and deliver stunning outcomes in a single session. Combining treatments with StaX gives patients the best results for the most reasonable price in the amount of downtime they can handle, says Dr. Rebecca Gelber, MD, owner of Tahoe Aesthetic Medicine in Incline Village, NV. This saves both you and the patient time and allows you to streamline your schedule. Sciton is the only system that can be customized with multiple high-quality modules on one platform, says Dr. Gelber. Having several award-winning stackable treatments on one platform gives you a major competitive advantage over non-Sciton users, she adds.12 Discover trending StaX combinations in this blog post. Laser hair removal: A lasting trend Laser hair removal remains one of the most popular and consistently growing categories in the aesthetic market, ranking among the top three requested aesthetic procedures over the last decade.15 16 Laser hair removal can generate more prospective patients for your practice, potentially opening the door to a new patient base that includes the fastest-growing millennial and prejuvenation demographic, as well as men.17 Considered a “gateway treatment,” it often leads first-time patients to explore additional aesthetic procedures. BARE HR™ Sciton’s BARE HR laser hair removal platform is known for its long-term durability, high peak power, and lightening fast speeds. Benefits of BARE HR Unrivaled speed and effectiveness: BARE HR is renowned for its rapid treatment of large areas, proven 3x faster and more effective than common competitor devices. With 4800 watts of power and extra-large spot sizes, it can treat large body parts in just minutes. Patient comfort: BARE HR’s built-in system cooling at 5 degrees C enhances patient comfort and minimizes post-treatment downtime and side effects. Customizable platform: The BARE HR platform can be configured to meet the unique needs of every patient year-round. It offers two handpieces—one delivering the traditional 810 nm wavelength and another ‘blend’ handpiece simultaneously delivering 810, 940, and 1060 nm wavelengths. This versatility makes BARE HR ideal for a wide range of skin tones, including darker or tanned skin (Fitzpatrick skin types 4-6), even during summer. A new virtual reality in aesthetics According to the Allergan Aesthetics Global Trends Report, the idea of a ‘metaverse,’ has captured worldwide attention. With a 500% spike in Google searches, billion-dollar investments from global tech and gaming giants like Microsoft and Epic Games, and a re-branding of Facebook into Meta, the metaverse is poised to be the next iteration of the Internet, says Mark Zuckerberg. The metaverse is set to profoundly impact the world, including the aesthetics industry.18 Described as a network of continuous, three-dimensional virtual spaces where physical and digital worlds merge, the metaverse offers a platform for users to interact and explore. Virtual (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are allowing for new forms of self-expression and interaction. For example, the idea of ‘meta-clinics’ is gaining traction, enabling potential clients to explore treatments in a virtual setting before committing in person. Some practices have even adopted cryptocurrency payments, potentially enhancing engagement and convenience.18 Professionals in the field are discovering numerous benefits of remote engagement and education through virtual conferences and meetups, which facilitate networking, learning, and collaboration regardless of physical location. VR and AR allow professionals to attend live demonstrations from anywhere in the world, providing a close-up view of cutting-edge techniques and treatments. 18 This fusion of real and virtual reality is redefining the beauty and aesthetics world in 2024 and beyond. Shaping the future for a better tomorrow The aesthetic industry is rapidly evolving, fueled by the pervasive influence of social media and broader technological advancements. Sciton’s cutting-edge technology meets today’s demands for innovative, non-invasive, and customizable cosmetic treatments, offering versatile solutions for a diverse range of aesthetic needs. By continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, Sciton sets a new standard for excellence and innovation in the aesthetic landscape. References 12022 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank Statistics 22022 American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Procedural Statistics Release report 3New Beauty: Moxi Laser 101: Everything to Know About the Skin-Perfecting Laser 4Here to stay: An attractive future for medical aesthetics \| February 1, 2024 \| McKinsey & Company Article 5The New Yorker: Age of Instagram Face, How social media, FaceTune, and plastic surgery created a single, cyborgian look 6Webinar: Smart Business Tips for Purchasing & Positioning Energy-based Technology 7Data from Sciton iQ™, a proprietary, real-time treatment analytics system, is for illustrative purposes only and is not a guarantee. Not all systems are iQ enabled. 8Elevate Your Skincare Game: Combine RF Microneedling & MOXI Laser 9RealSelf.com: Can IPL/BBL be combined with micro-needling? How long should the two procedures be spaced apart? 10A systematic review and meta-analysis of efficacy, safety, and satisfaction rates of laser combination treatments vs laser monotherapy in skin rejuvenation resurfacing. DO – 10.1007/s10103-023-03856-5. Journal – Lasers in Medical Science 11Combined Fractional Ablative and Nonablative Laser Resurfacing Treatment: A Split-Face Comparative Study. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology 12Sciton STAX™, Combination Treatments for Winning Results 13Power of Two: Sciton goes for the gold with MOXI/BBL HERO combination for skin rejuvenation 14ScitonStaX: Combination Treatments for Winning Results. Rebecca Gelber, MD, Tahoe Aesthetic Medicine, CA 15Increase Your Revenue by Adding Laser Hair Removal Treatments 16Expert Market Research Reports: Laser Hair Removal Market 17Allied Market Research: Laser Hair Removal Market
1010	dbpedia	1	7	https://www.science.gov/topicpages/i/identifying%2Bkey%2Bfactors	en	identifying key factors: Topics by Science.gov			[ "https://www.science.gov/scigov/desktop/en/images/SciGov_logo.png" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en			null	Identifying Key Hospital Service Quality Factors in Online Health Communities PubMed Central Jung, Yuchul; Hur, Cinyoung; Jung, Dain 2015-01-01 Background The volume of health-related user-created content, especially hospital-related questions and answers in online health communities, has rapidly increased. Patients and caregivers participate in online community activities to share their experiences, exchange information, and ask about recommended or discredited hospitals. However, there is little research on how to identify hospital service quality automatically from the online communities. In the past, in-depth analysis of hospitals has used random sampling surveys. However, such surveys are becoming impractical owing to the rapidly increasing volume of online data and the diverse analysis requirements of related stakeholders. Objective As a solution for utilizing large-scale health-related information, we propose a novel approach to identify hospital service quality factors and overtime trends automatically from online health communities, especially hospital-related questions and answers. Methods We defined social mediaâbased key quality factors for hospitals. In addition, we developed text mining techniques to detect such factors that frequently occur in online health communities. After detecting these factors that represent qualitative aspects of hospitals, we applied a sentiment analysis to recognize the types of recommendations in messages posted within online health communities. Koreaâs two biggest online portals were used to test the effectiveness of detection of social mediaâbased key quality factors for hospitals. Results To evaluate the proposed text mining techniques, we performed manual evaluations on the extraction and classification results, such as hospital name, service quality factors, and recommendation types using a random sample of messages (ie, 5.44% (9450/173,748) of the total messages). Service quality factor detection and hospital name extraction achieved average F1 scores of 91% and 78%, respectively. In terms of recommendation classification, performance (ie, precision) is Identifying key hospital service quality factors in online health communities. PubMed Jung, Yuchul; Hur, Cinyoung; Jung, Dain; Kim, Minki 2015-04-07 The volume of health-related user-created content, especially hospital-related questions and answers in online health communities, has rapidly increased. Patients and caregivers participate in online community activities to share their experiences, exchange information, and ask about recommended or discredited hospitals. However, there is little research on how to identify hospital service quality automatically from the online communities. In the past, in-depth analysis of hospitals has used random sampling surveys. However, such surveys are becoming impractical owing to the rapidly increasing volume of online data and the diverse analysis requirements of related stakeholders. As a solution for utilizing large-scale health-related information, we propose a novel approach to identify hospital service quality factors and overtime trends automatically from online health communities, especially hospital-related questions and answers. We defined social media-based key quality factors for hospitals. In addition, we developed text mining techniques to detect such factors that frequently occur in online health communities. After detecting these factors that represent qualitative aspects of hospitals, we applied a sentiment analysis to recognize the types of recommendations in messages posted within online health communities. Korea's two biggest online portals were used to test the effectiveness of detection of social media-based key quality factors for hospitals. To evaluate the proposed text mining techniques, we performed manual evaluations on the extraction and classification results, such as hospital name, service quality factors, and recommendation types using a random sample of messages (ie, 5.44% (9450/173,748) of the total messages). Service quality factor detection and hospital name extraction achieved average F1 scores of 91% and 78%, respectively. In terms of recommendation classification, performance (ie, precision) is 78% on average. Extraction and Identifying Key Drivers of Return Reversal with Dynamical Bayesian Factor Graph PubMed Central Zhao, Shuai; Tong, Yunhai; Wang, Zitian; Tan, Shaohua 2016-01-01 In the stock market, return reversal occurs when investors sell overbought stocks and buy oversold stocks, reversing the stocksâ price trends. In this paper, we develop a new method to identify key drivers of return reversal by incorporating a comprehensive set of factors derived from different economic theories into one unified dynamical Bayesian factor graph. We then use the model to depict factor relationships and their dynamics, from which we make some interesting discoveries about the mechanism behind return reversals. Through extensive experiments on the US stock market, we conclude that among the various factors, the liquidity factors consistently emerge as key drivers of return reversal, which is in support of the theory of liquidity effect. Specifically, we find that stocks with high turnover rates or high Amihud illiquidity measures have a greater probability of experiencing return reversals. Apart from the consistent drivers, we find other drivers of return reversal that generally change from year to year, and they serve as important characteristics for evaluating the trends of stock returns. Besides, we also identify some seldom discussed yet enlightening inter-factor relationships, one of which shows that stocks in Finance and Insurance industry are more likely to have high Amihud illiquidity measures in comparison with those in other industries. These conclusions are robust for return reversals under different thresholds. PMID:27893780 Identifying Key Drivers of Return Reversal with Dynamical Bayesian Factor Graph. PubMed Zhao, Shuai; Tong, Yunhai; Wang, Zitian; Tan, Shaohua 2016-01-01 In the stock market, return reversal occurs when investors sell overbought stocks and buy oversold stocks, reversing the stocks' price trends. In this paper, we develop a new method to identify key drivers of return reversal by incorporating a comprehensive set of factors derived from different economic theories into one unified dynamical Bayesian factor graph. We then use the model to depict factor relationships and their dynamics, from which we make some interesting discoveries about the mechanism behind return reversals. Through extensive experiments on the US stock market, we conclude that among the various factors, the liquidity factors consistently emerge as key drivers of return reversal, which is in support of the theory of liquidity effect. Specifically, we find that stocks with high turnover rates or high Amihud illiquidity measures have a greater probability of experiencing return reversals. Apart from the consistent drivers, we find other drivers of return reversal that generally change from year to year, and they serve as important characteristics for evaluating the trends of stock returns. Besides, we also identify some seldom discussed yet enlightening inter-factor relationships, one of which shows that stocks in Finance and Insurance industry are more likely to have high Amihud illiquidity measures in comparison with those in other industries. These conclusions are robust for return reversals under different thresholds. RM-DEMATEL: a new methodology to identify the key factors in PM2.5. PubMed Chen, Yafeng; Liu, Jie; Li, Yunpeng; Sadiq, Rehan; Deng, Yong 2015-04-01 Weather system is a relative complex dynamic system, the factors of the system are mutually influenced PM2.5 concentration. In this paper, a new method is proposed to quantify the influence on PM2.5 by other factors in the weather system and identify the most important factors for PM2.5 with limited resources. The relation map (RM) is used to figure out the direct relation matrix of 14 factors in PM2.5. The decision making trial and evaluation laboratory(DEMATEL) is applied to calculate the causal relationship and extent to a mutual influence of 14 factors in PM2.5. According to the ranking results of our proposed method, the most important key factors is sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NO(X)). In addition, the other factors, the ambient maximum temperature (T(max)), concentration of PM10, and wind direction (W(dir)), are important factors for PM2.5. The proposed method can also be applied to other environment management systems to identify key factors. A data mining paradigm for identifying key factors in biological processes using gene expression data. PubMed Li, Jin; Zheng, Le; Uchiyama, Akihiko; Bin, Lianghua; Mauro, Theodora M; Elias, Peter M; Pawelczyk, Tadeusz; Sakowicz-Burkiewicz, Monika; Trzeciak, Magdalena; Leung, Donald Y M; Morasso, Maria I; Yu, Peng 2018-06-13 A large volume of biological data is being generated for studying mechanisms of various biological processes. These precious data enable large-scale computational analyses to gain biological insights. However, it remains a challenge to mine the data efficiently for knowledge discovery. The heterogeneity of these data makes it difficult to consistently integrate them, slowing down the process of biological discovery. We introduce a data processing paradigm to identify key factors in biological processes via systematic collection of gene expression datasets, primary analysis of data, and evaluation of consistent signals. To demonstrate its effectiveness, our paradigm was applied to epidermal development and identified many genes that play a potential role in this process. Besides the known epidermal development genes, a substantial proportion of the identified genes are still not supported by gain- or loss-of-function studies, yielding many novel genes for future studies. Among them, we selected a top gene for loss-of-function experimental validation and confirmed its function in epidermal differentiation, proving the ability of this paradigm to identify new factors in biological processes. In addition, this paradigm revealed many key genes in cold-induced thermogenesis using data from cold-challenged tissues, demonstrating its generalizability. This paradigm can lead to fruitful results for studying molecular mechanisms in an era of explosive accumulation of publicly available biological data. A Genome-wide Regulatory Network Identifies Key Transcription Factors for Memory CD8+ T Cell Development PubMed Central Hu, Guangan; Chen, Jianzhu 2014-01-01 Memory CD8+ T cell development is defined by the expression of a specific set of memory signature genes (MSGs). Despite recent progress, many components of the transcriptional control of memory CD8+ T cell development are still unknown. To identify transcription factors (TFs) and their interactions in memory CD8+ T cell development, we construct a genome-wide regulatory network and apply it to identify key TFs that regulate MSGs. Most of the known TFs in memory CD8+ T cell development are rediscovered and about a dozen new TFs are also identified. Sox4, Bhlhe40, Bach2 and Runx2 are experimentally verified and Bach2 is further shown to promote both development and recall proliferation of memory CD8+ T cells through Prdm1 and Id3. Gene perturbation study identifies the mode of interactions among the TFs with Sox4 as a hub. The identified TFs and insights into their interactions should facilitate further dissection of molecular mechanisms underlying memory CD8+ T cell development. PMID:24335726 SARS: Key factors in crisis management. PubMed Tseng, Hsin-Chao; Chen, Thai-Form; Chou, Shieu-Ming 2005-03-01 This study was conducted at a single hospital selected in Taipei during the SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) outbreak from March to July, 2003 in Taiwan. During this period of time, 104 SARS patients were admitted to the hospital. There were no negative reports related to the selected hospital despite its being located right in the center of an area struck by the epidemic. The purpose of this study was to identify the key factors enabling the hospital to survive SARS unscathed. Data were collected from in-depth interviews with the nursing directors and nursing managers of the SARS units, along with a review of relevant hospital documents. The five key elements identified as survival factors during this SARS crisis are as follows: 1. good control of timing for crisis management, 2. careful decision-making, 3. thorough implementation, 4. effective communication, and 5. trust between management and employees. The results of this study reconfirmed the selected hospital as a model for good crisis management during the SARS epidemic. The Promise of Virtual Teams: Identifying Key Factors in Effectiveness and Failure ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Horwitz, Frank M.; Bravington, Desmond; Silvis, Ulrik 2006-01-01 Purpose: The aim of the investigation is to identify enabling and disenabling factors in the development and operation of virtual teams; to evaluate the importance of factors such as team development, cross-cultural variables, leadership, communication and social cohesion as contributors to virtual team effectiveness. Design/methodology/approach:â¦ Experimental Infections with Mycoplasma agalactiae Identify Key Factors Involved in Host-Colonization PubMed Central Baranowski, Eric; Bergonier, Dominique; SagnÃ©, Eveline; Hygonenq, Marie-Claude; Ronsin, Patricia; Berthelot, Xavier; Citti, Christine 2014-01-01 Mechanisms underlying pathogenic processes in mycoplasma infections are poorly understood, mainly because of limited sequence similarities with classical, bacterial virulence factors. Recently, large-scale transposon mutagenesis in the ruminant pathogen Mycoplasma agalactiae identified the NIF locus, including nifS and nifU, as essential for mycoplasma growth in cell culture, while dispensable in axenic media. To evaluate the importance of this locus in vivo, the infectivity of two knock-out mutants was tested upon experimental infection in the natural host. In this model, the parental PG2 strain was able to establish a systemic infection in lactating ewes, colonizing various body sites such as lymph nodes and the mammary gland, even when inoculated at low doses. In these PG2-infected ewes, we observed over the course of infection (i) the development of a specific antibody response and (ii) dynamic changes in expression of M. agalactiae surface variable proteins (Vpma), with multiple Vpma profiles co-existing in the same animal. In contrast and despite a sensitive model, none of the knock-out mutants were able to survive and colonize the host. The extreme avirulent phenotype of the two mutants was further supported by the absence of an IgG response in inoculated animals. The exact role of the NIF locus remains to be elucidated but these data demonstrate that it plays a key role in the infectious process of M. agalactiae and most likely of other pathogenic mycoplasma species as many carry closely related homologs. PMID:24699671 The Future of Government Funding for Persons with Disabilities: Some Key Factors. ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Ross, E. Clarke 1980-01-01 The paper identifies and discusses key factors associated with government funding for disabled individuals. An introductory section traces the growth of public expenditures in recent years. Five key factors affecting government funding are examined (sample subtopics in parentheses): state government tax and spending limits (Proposition 13 and theâ¦ Identifying key genes associated with acute myocardial infarction. PubMed Cheng, Ming; An, Shoukuan; Li, Junquan 2017-10-01 This study aimed to identify key genes associated with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) by reanalyzing microarray data. Three gene expression profile datasets GSE66360, GSE34198, and GSE48060 were downloaded from GEO database. After data preprocessing, genes without heterogeneity across different platforms were subjected to differential expression analysis between the AMI group and the control group using metaDE package. Pâ<â.05 was used as the cutoff for a differentially expressed gene (DEG). The expression data matrices of DEGs were imported in ReactomeFIViz to construct a gene functional interaction (FI) network. Then, DEGs in each module were subjected to pathway enrichment analysis using DAVID. MiRNAs and transcription factors predicted to regulate target DEGs were identified. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was applied to verify the expression of genes. A total of 913 upregulated genes and 1060 downregulated genes were identified in the AMI group. A FI network consists of 21 modules and DEGs in 12 modules were significantly enriched in pathways. The transcription factor-miRNA-gene network contains 2 transcription factors FOXO3 and MYBL2, and 2 miRNAs hsa-miR-21-5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p. RT-PCR validations showed that expression levels of FOXO3 and MYBL2 were significantly increased in AMI, and expression levels of hsa-miR-21-5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p were obviously decreased in AMI. A total of 41 DEGs, such as SOCS3, VAPA, and COL5A2, are speculated to have roles in the pathogenesis of AMI; 2 transcription factors FOXO3 and MYBL2, and 2 miRNAs hsa-miR-21-5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p may be involved in the regulation of the expression of these DEGs. Identifying key genes associated with acute myocardial infarction PubMed Central Cheng, Ming; An, Shoukuan; Li, Junquan 2017-01-01 Abstract Background: This study aimed to identify key genes associated with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) by reanalyzing microarray data. Methods: Three gene expression profile datasets GSE66360, GSE34198, and GSE48060 were downloaded from GEO database. After data preprocessing, genes without heterogeneity across different platforms were subjected to differential expression analysis between the AMI group and the control group using metaDE package. Pâ<â.05 was used as the cutoff for a differentially expressed gene (DEG). The expression data matrices of DEGs were imported in ReactomeFIViz to construct a gene functional interaction (FI) network. Then, DEGs in each module were subjected to pathway enrichment analysis using DAVID. MiRNAs and transcription factors predicted to regulate target DEGs were identified. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was applied to verify the expression of genes. Result: A total of 913 upregulated genes and 1060 downregulated genes were identified in the AMI group. A FI network consists of 21 modules and DEGs in 12 modules were significantly enriched in pathways. The transcription factor-miRNA-gene network contains 2 transcription factors FOXO3 and MYBL2, and 2 miRNAs hsa-miR-21-5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p. RT-PCR validations showed that expression levels of FOXO3 and MYBL2 were significantly increased in AMI, and expression levels of hsa-miR-21â5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p were obviously decreased in AMI. Conclusion: A total of 41 DEGs, such as SOCS3, VAPA, and COL5A2, are speculated to have roles in the pathogenesis of AMI; 2 transcription factors FOXO3 and MYBL2, and 2 miRNAs hsa-miR-21-5p and hsa-miR-30c-5p may be involved in the regulation of the expression of these DEGs. PMID:29049183 Key factors affecting dying children and their families. PubMed Hinds, Pamela S; Schum, Lisa; Baker, Justin N; Wolfe, Joanne 2005-01-01 The death of a child alters the life and health of others immediately and for the rest of their lives. How a child dies influences parents' abilities to continue their role functions as well as siblings' abilities to make and maintain friendships, and may be the basis for health care providers' decisions to exit direct care roles. Thus, facilitating a "good death"-an obvious care priority for all involved with the dying child-ought also to be a priority for the health of bereaved families and affected health care providers. Making this a care priority is complicated by a serious lack of data, as details of the last hours or weeks of a dying child or adolescent's life are largely unknown. The purpose of this paper is to identify key factors that affect the course of dying children and adolescents and that of their bereaved survivors, and to link those key factors to needed research that could produce clinically relevant findings to improve the care of these patients. Key factors described here include suffering (physical, psychological, and spiritual), communication, decision making, prognostic ambiguities, ability of the seriously ill child to give assent to research participation, and educational preparation of health care providers to give competent end-of-life care. Graduate Entrepreneurship Incubation Environments: A Framework of Key Success Factors ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Al-Dajani, Haya; Dedoussis, Evangelos; Watson, Erika; Tzokas, Nikalaos 2014-01-01 The benchmarking framework developed in this study is specifically designed for higher education institutions to consider when developing environments to encourage entrepreneurship among their students, graduates and staff. The objective of the study was to identify key success factors of Graduate Entrepreneurship Incubator Environments (GEIEs)â¦ Identifying Key Factors Relevant for Base Camp Siting DTIC Science & Technology 2017-12-01 designated by other authorized documents. DESTROY THIS REPORT WHEN NO LONGER NEEDED. DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE ORIGINATOR. ERDC TR-17-17 iii Contents...Criteria Framework .......................................................................................... 6 3.1 Design templates...18 Tables Table 1. Design choice factors. Each A free-access online key to identify Amazonian ferns. PubMed Zuquim, Gabriela; Tuomisto, Hanna; Prado, Jefferson 2017-01-01 There is urgent need for more data on species distributions in order to improve conservation planning. A crucial but challenging aspect of producing high-quality data is the correct identification of organisms. Traditional printed floras and dichotomous keys are difficult to use for someone not familiar with the technical jargon. In poorly known areas, such as Amazonia, they also become quickly outdated as new species are described or ranges extended. Recently, online tools have allowed developing dynamic, interactive, and accessible keys that make species identification possible for a broader public. In order to facilitate identifying plants collected in field inventories, we developed an internet-based free-access tool to identify Amazonian fern species. We focused on ferns, because they are easy to collect and their edaphic affinities are relatively well known, so they can be used as an indicator group for habitat mapping. Our key includes 302 terrestrial and aquatic entities mainly from lowland Amazonian forests. It is a free-access key, so the user can freely choose which morphological features to use and in which order to assess them. All taxa are richly illustrated, so specimens can be identified by a combination of character choices, visual comparison, and written descriptions. The identification tool was developed in Lucid 3.5 software and it is available at http://keyserver.lucidcentral.org:8080/sandbox/keys.jsp. A free-access online key to identify Amazonian ferns PubMed Central Zuquim, Gabriela; Tuomisto, Hanna; Prado, Jefferson 2017-01-01 Abstract There is urgent need for more data on species distributions in order to improve conservation planning. A crucial but challenging aspect of producing high-quality data is the correct identification of organisms. Traditional printed floras and dichotomous keys are difficult to use for someone not familiar with the technical jargon. In poorly known areas, such as Amazonia, they also become quickly outdated as new species are described or ranges extended. Recently, online tools have allowed developing dynamic, interactive, and accessible keys that make species identification possible for a broader public. In order to facilitate identifying plants collected in field inventories, we developed an internet-based free-access tool to identify Amazonian fern species. We focused on ferns, because they are easy to collect and their edaphic affinities are relatively well known, so they can be used as an indicator group for habitat mapping. Our key includes 302 terrestrial and aquatic entities mainly from lowland Amazonian forests. It is a free-access key, so the user can freely choose which morphological features to use and in which order to assess them. All taxa are richly illustrated, so specimens can be identified by a combination of character choices, visual comparison, and written descriptions. The identification tool was developed in Lucid 3.5 software and it is available at http://keyserver.lucidcentral.org:8080/sandbox/keys.jsp. PMID:28781548 Key success factors of health research centers: A mixed method study. PubMed Tofighi, Shahram; Teymourzadeh, Ehsan; Heydari, Majid 2017-08-01 In order to achieve success in future goals and activities, health research centers are required to identify their key success factors. This study aimed to extract and rank the factors affecting the success of research centers at one of the medical universities in Iran. This study is a mixed method (qualitative-quantitative) study, which was conducted between May to October in 2016. The study setting was 22 health research centers. In qualitative phase, we extracted the factors affecting the success in research centers through purposeful interviews with 10 experts of centers, and classified them into themes and sub-themes. In the quantitative phase, we prepared a questionnaire and scored and ranked the factors recognized by 54 of the study samples by Friedman test. Nine themes and 42 sub-themes were identified. Themes included: strategic orientation, management, human capital, support, projects, infrastructure, communications and collaboration, paradigm and innovation and they were rated respectively as components of success in research centers. Among the 42 identified factors, 10 factors were ranked respectively as the key factors of success, and included: science and technology road map, strategic plan, evaluation indexes, committed human resources, scientific evaluation of members and centers, innovation in research and implementation, financial support, capable researchers, equipment infrastructure and teamwork. According to the results, the strategic orientation was the most important component in the success of research centers. Therefore, managers and authorities of research centers should pay more attention to strategic areas in future planning, including the science and technology road map and strategic plan. Key success factors of health research centers: A mixed method study PubMed Central Tofighi, Shahram; Teymourzadeh, Ehsan; Heydari, Majid 2017-01-01 Background In order to achieve success in future goals and activities, health research centers are required to identify their key success factors. Objective This study aimed to extract and rank the factors affecting the success of research centers at one of the medical universities in Iran. Methods This study is a mixed method (qualitative-quantitative) study, which was conducted between May to October in 2016. The study setting was 22 health research centers. In qualitative phase, we extracted the factors affecting the success in research centers through purposeful interviews with 10 experts of centers, and classified them into themes and sub-themes. In the quantitative phase, we prepared a questionnaire and scored and ranked the factors recognized by 54 of the study samples by Friedman test. Results Nine themes and 42 sub-themes were identified. Themes included: strategic orientation, management, human capital, support, projects, infrastructure, communications and collaboration, paradigm and innovation and they were rated respectively as components of success in research centers. Among the 42 identified factors, 10 factors were ranked respectively as the key factors of success, and included: science and technology road map, strategic plan, evaluation indexes, committed human resources, scientific evaluation of members and centers, innovation in research and implementation, financial support, capable researchers, equipment infrastructure and teamwork. Conclusion According to the results, the strategic orientation was the most important component in the success of research centers. Therefore, managers and authorities of research centers should pay more attention to strategic areas in future planning, including the science and technology road map and strategic plan. PMID:28979733 Identification of Key Transcription Factors Associated with Lung Squamous Cell Carcinoma PubMed Central Zhang, Feng; Chen, Xia; Wei, Ke; Liu, Daoming; Xu, Xiaodong; Zhang, Xing; Shi, Hong 2017-01-01 Background Lung squamous cell carcinoma (lung SCC) is a common type of lung cancer, but its mechanism of pathogenesis is unclear. The aim of this study was to identify key transcription factors in lung SCC and elucidate its mechanism. Material/Methods Six published microarray datasets of lung SCC were downloaded from Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) for integrated bioinformatics analysis. Significance analysis of microarrays was used to identify differentially expressed genes (DEGs) between lung SCC and normal controls. The biological functions and signaling pathways of DEGs were mapped in the Gene Otology and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway database, respectively. A transcription factor gene regulatory network was used to obtain insights into the functions of DEGs. Results A total of 1,011 genes, including 539 upregulated genes and 462 downregulated genes, were filtered as DEGs between lung SCC and normal controls. DEGs were significantly enriched in cell cycle, DNA replication, p53 signaling pathway, pathways in cancer, adherens junction, and cell adhesion molecules signaling pathways. There were 57 transcription factors identified, which were used to construct a regulatory network. The network consisted of 736 interactions between 49 transcription factors and 486 DEGs. NFIC, BRCA1, and NFATC2 were the top 3 transcription factors that had the highest connectivity with DEGs and that regulated 83, 82, and 75 DEGs in the network, respectively. Conclusions NFIC, BRCA1, and NFATC2 might be the key transcription factors in the development of lung SCC by regulating the genes involved in cell cycle and DNA replication pathways. PMID:28081052 How to identify the key factors that affect driver perception of accident risk. A comparison between Italian and Spanish driver behavior. PubMed de OÃ±a, Juan; de OÃ±a, Rocio; Eboli, Laura; Forciniti, Carmen; Mazzulla, Gabriella 2014-12-01 Road crashes can be caused by different factors, including infrastructure, vehicles, and human variables. Many research studies have focused solely on identifying the key factors that cause road crashes. From these studies, it emerged that human factors have the most relevant impact on accident severity. More specifically, accident severity depends on several factors related directly to the driver, i.e., driving experience, driver's socio-economic characteristics, and driving behavior and attitudes. In this paper, we investigate driver behaviors and attitudes while driving and specifically focus on different methods for identifying the factors that most affect the driver's perception of accident risk. To this end, we designed and conducted a survey in two different European contexts: the city of Cosenza, which is located in the south of Italy, and the city of Granada, which is located in the south of Spain. Samples of drivers were contacted for their opinions on certain aspects of driving rules and attitudes while driving, and different types of questions were addressed to the drivers to assess their judgments of these aspects. Consequently, different methods of data analysis were applied to determine the aspects that heavily influence driver perception of accident risk. An experiment based on the stated preferences (SP) was carried out with the drivers, and the SP data were analyzed using an ordered probit (OP) model. Interesting findings emerged from different analyses of the data and from the comparisons among the data collected in the two different territorial contexts. We found that both Italian and Spanish drivers consider driving in an altered psychophysical state and violating the overtaking rules to be the most risky behaviors. Copyright Â© 2014 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Identification of the key ecological factors influencing vegetation degradation in semi-arid agro-pastoral ecotone considering spatial scales NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Peng, Yu; Wang, Qinghui; Fan, Min 2017-11-01 When assessing re-vegetation project performance and optimizing land management, identification of the key ecological factors inducing vegetation degradation has crucial implications. Rainfall, temperature, elevation, slope, aspect, land use type, and human disturbance are ecological factors affecting the status of vegetation index. However, at different spatial scales, the key factors may vary. Using Helin County, Inner-Mongolia, China as the study site and combining remote sensing image interpretation, field surveying, and mathematical methods, this study assesses key ecological factors affecting vegetation degradation under different spatial scales in a semi-arid agro-pastoral ecotone. It indicates that the key factors are different at various spatial scales. Elevation, rainfall, and temperature are identified as crucial for all spatial extents. Elevation, rainfall and human disturbance are key factors for small-scale quadrats of 300 m Ã 300 m and 600 m Ã 600 m, temperature and land use type are key factors for a medium-scale quadrat of 1 km Ã 1 km, and rainfall, temperature, and land use are key factors for large-scale quadrats of 2 km Ã 2 km and 5 km Ã 5 km. For this region, human disturbance is not the key factor for vegetation degradation across spatial scales. It is necessary to consider spatial scale for the identification of key factors determining vegetation characteristics. The eco-restoration programs at various spatial scales should identify key influencing factors according their scales so as to take effective measurements. The new understanding obtained in this study may help to explore the forces which driving vegetation degradation in the degraded regions in the world. Identifying influential factors of business process performance using dependency analysis NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Wetzstein, Branimir; Leitner, Philipp; Rosenberg, Florian; Dustdar, Schahram; Leymann, Frank 2011-02-01 We present a comprehensive framework for identifying influential factors of business process performance. In particular, our approach combines monitoring of process events and Quality of Service (QoS) measurements with dependency analysis to effectively identify influential factors. The framework uses data mining techniques to construct tree structures to represent dependencies of a key performance indicator (KPI) on process and QoS metrics. These dependency trees allow business analysts to determine how process KPIs depend on lower-level process metrics and QoS characteristics of the IT infrastructure. The structure of the dependencies enables a drill-down analysis of single factors of influence to gain a deeper knowledge why certain KPI targets are not met. Key factors influencing allied health research capacity in a large Australian metropolitan health district PubMed Central Alison, Jennifer A; Zafiropoulos, Bill; Heard, Robert 2017-01-01 Objective The aim of this study was to identify key factors affecting research capacity and engagement of allied health professionals working in a large metropolitan health service. Identifying such factors will assist in determining strategies for building research capacity in allied health. Materials and methods A total of 276 allied health professionals working within the Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) completed the Research Capacity in Context Tool (RCCT) that measures research capacity and culture across three domains: organization, team, and individual. An exploratory factor analysis was undertaken to identify common themes within each of these domains. Correlations were performed between demographic variables and the identified factors to determine possible relationships. Results Research capacity and culture success/skill levels were reported to be higher within the organization and team domains compared to the individual domain (median [interquartile range, IQR] 6 [5â8], 6 [5â8], 5 [3â7], respectively; Friedman Ï2(2)=42.04, p<0.001). Exploratory factor analyses were performed to identify factors that were perceived by allied health respondents to affect research capacity. Factors identified within the organization domain were infrastructure for research (eg, funds and equipment) and research culture (eg, senior managerâs support for research); within the team domain the factors were research orientation (eg, dissemination of results at research seminars) and research support (eg, providing staff research training). Within the individual domain, only one factor was identified which was the research skill of the individual (eg, literature evaluation, submitting ethics applications and data analysis, and writing for publication). Conclusion The reported skill/success levels in research were lower for the individual domain compared to the organization or team domains. Key factors were identified in each domain that impacted on allied health Psychological factors mediate key symptoms of fibromyalgia through their influence on stress. PubMed Malin, Katrina; Littlejohn, Geoffrey Owen 2016-09-01 The clinical features of fibromyalgia are associated with various psychological factors, including stress. We examined the hypothesis that the path that psychological factors follow in influencing fibromyalgia symptoms is through their direct effect on stress. Ninety-eight females with ACR 1990 classified fibromyalgia completed the following questionnaires: The Big 5 Personality Inventory, Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, Perceived Stress Scale, Profile of Mood States, Mastery Scale, and Perceived Control of Internal States Scale. SPSS (PASW version 22) was used to perform basic t tests, means, and standard deviations to show difference between symptom characteristics. Pathway analysis using structural equation modelling (Laavan) examined the effect of stress on the relationships between psychological factors and the elements that define the fibromyalgia phenotype. The preferred model showed that the identified path clearly linked the psychological variables of anxiety, neuroticism and mastery, but not internal control, to the three key elements of fibromyalgia, namely pain, fatigue and sleep (pâ<â0.001), via the person's perceived stress. Confusion, however, did not fit the preferred model. This study confirms that stress is a necessary link in the pathway between certain identified, established and significant psychological factors and key fibromyalgia symptoms. This has implications for the understanding of contributing mechanisms and the clinical care of patients with fibromyalgia. Key Impact Factors on Dam Break Fatalities NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Huang, D.; Yu, Z.; Song, Y.; Han, D.; Li, Y. 2016-12-01 Dam failures can lead to catastrophes on human society. However, there is a lack of research about dam break fatalities, especially on the key factors that affect fatalities. Based on the analysis of historical dam break cases, most studies have used the regression analysis to explore the correlation between those factors and fatalities, but without implementing optimization to find the dominating factors. In order to understand and reduce the risk of fatalities, this study has proposed a new method to select the impact factors on the fatality. It employs an improved ANN (Artificial Neural Network) combined with LOOCV (Leave-one-out cross-validation) and SFS (Stepwise Forward Selection) approach to explore the nonlinear relationship between impact factors and life losses. It not only considers the factors that have been widely used in the literature but also introduces new factors closely involved with fatalities. Dam break cases occurred in China from 1954 to 2013 are summarized, within which twenty-five cases are selected with a comprehensive coverage of geographic position and temporal variation. Twelve impact factors are taken into account as the inputs, i.e., severity of dam break flood (SF), population at risk (PR), public understanding of dam break (UB), warning time (TW), evacuation condition (EC), weather condition during dam break (WB), dam break mode (MB), water storage (SW), building vulnerability (VB), dam break time (TB), average distance from the affected area to the dam (DD) and preventive measures by government (PG).From those, three key factors of SF, MB and TB are chosen. The proposed method is able to extract the key factors, and the derived fatality model performs well in various types of dam break conditions. Key Factors in Development of Man-Made and Natural Ecosystems NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Pechurkin, N. S. 1999-01-01 Key factors of ecosystem functioning are of the same nature for artificial and natural types. An hierarchical approach gives the opportunity for estimation of the quantitative behavior of both individual links and the system as a whole. At the organismic level we can use interactions of studied macroorganisms (man, animal, higher plant) with selected microorganisms as key indicating factors of the organisms immune status. The most informative factor for the population/community level is an age structure of populations and relationships of domination/elimination. The integrated key factors of the ecosystems level are productivity and rates of cycling of the limiting substances. The key factors approach is of great value for growth regulations and monitoring the state of any ecosystem, including the life support system (LSS)-type. Key factors of clinical research network capacity building. PubMed Li, Guowei; Wu, Qianyu; Jin, Yanling; Vanniyasingam, Thuva; Thabane, Lehana 2018-01-01 In general, clinical research network capacity building refers to programs aimed at enhancing networks of researchers to conduct clinical research. Although in the literature there is a large body of research on how to develop and build capacity in clinical research networks, the conceptualizations and implementations remain controversial and challenging. Moreover, the experiences learnt from the past accomplishments and failures can assist in the future capacity building efforts to be more practical, effective and efficient. In this paper, we aim to provide an overview of capacity building in clinical research network by (1) identifying the key barriers to clinical research network capacity building, (2) providing insights into how to overcome those obstacles, and (3) sharing our experiences in collaborating with national and international partners to build capacity in clinical research networks. In conclusion, we have provided some insight into how to address the key factors of clinical research network capacity building and shared some empirical experiences. A successful capacity building practice requires a joint endeavor to procure sufficient resources and support from the relevant stakeholders, to ensure its efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Supporting Educational Success for Aboriginal Students: Identifying Key Influences ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Whitley, Jessica 2014-01-01 The academic difficulties experienced by many Aboriginal (First Nations, MÃ©tis, Inuit) students in Canada have been well-documented. Indicators such as school persistence and post-secondary enrollment are typically far lower for Aboriginal students as a group compared to non-Aboriginal students. Identifying facilitators of success is key toâ¦ WRKY Transcription Factors: Key Components in Abscisic Acid Signaling DTIC Science & Technology 2011-01-01 Review article WRKY transcription factors : key components in abscisic acid signalling Deena L. Rushton1, Prateek Tripathi1, Roel C. Rabara1, Jun Lin1...May 2011. *Correspondence (Tel +605 688 5749; fax +605 688 5624; email paul.rushton@sdstate.edu) Keywords: abscisic acid, WRKY transcription factor ...seed germination, drought, abiotic stress. Summary WRKY transcription factors (TFs) are key regulators of many plant processes, including the responses Integrative Analysis of DNA Methylation and Gene Expression Data Identifies EPAS1 as a Key Regulator of COPD PubMed Central Yoo, Seungyeul; Takikawa, Sachiko; Geraghty, Patrick; Argmann, Carmen; Campbell, Joshua; Lin, Luan; Huang, Tao; Tu, Zhidong; Feronjy, Robert; Spira, Avrum; Schadt, Eric E.; Powell, Charles A.; Zhu, Jun 2015-01-01 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a complex disease. Genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors are known to contribute to COPD risk and disease progression. Therefore we developed a systematic approach to identify key regulators of COPD that integrates genome-wide DNA methylation, gene expression, and phenotype data in lung tissue from COPD and control samples. Our integrative analysis identified 126 key regulators of COPD. We identified EPAS1 as the only key regulator whose downstream genes significantly overlapped with multiple genes sets associated with COPD disease severity. EPAS1 is distinct in comparison with other key regulators in terms of methylation profile and downstream target genes. Genes predicted to be regulated by EPAS1 were enriched for biological processes including signaling, cell communications, and system development. We confirmed that EPAS1 protein levels are lower in human COPD lung tissue compared to non-disease controls and that Epas1 gene expression is reduced in mice chronically exposed to cigarette smoke. As EPAS1 downstream genes were significantly enriched for hypoxia responsive genes in endothelial cells, we tested EPAS1 function in human endothelial cells. EPAS1 knockdown by siRNA in endothelial cells impacted genes that significantly overlapped with EPAS1 downstream genes in lung tissue including hypoxia responsive genes, and genes associated with emphysema severity. Our first integrative analysis of genome-wide DNA methylation and gene expression profiles illustrates that not only does DNA methylation play a âcausalâ role in the molecular pathophysiology of COPD, but it can be leveraged to directly identify novel key mediators of this pathophysiology. PMID:25569234 Integrative analysis of DNA methylation and gene expression data identifies EPAS1 as a key regulator of COPD. PubMed Yoo, Seungyeul; Takikawa, Sachiko; Geraghty, Patrick; Argmann, Carmen; Campbell, Joshua; Lin, Luan; Huang, Tao; Tu, Zhidong; Foronjy, Robert F; Feronjy, Robert; Spira, Avrum; Schadt, Eric E; Powell, Charles A; Zhu, Jun 2015-01-01 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a complex disease. Genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors are known to contribute to COPD risk and disease progression. Therefore we developed a systematic approach to identify key regulators of COPD that integrates genome-wide DNA methylation, gene expression, and phenotype data in lung tissue from COPD and control samples. Our integrative analysis identified 126 key regulators of COPD. We identified EPAS1 as the only key regulator whose downstream genes significantly overlapped with multiple genes sets associated with COPD disease severity. EPAS1 is distinct in comparison with other key regulators in terms of methylation profile and downstream target genes. Genes predicted to be regulated by EPAS1 were enriched for biological processes including signaling, cell communications, and system development. We confirmed that EPAS1 protein levels are lower in human COPD lung tissue compared to non-disease controls and that Epas1 gene expression is reduced in mice chronically exposed to cigarette smoke. As EPAS1 downstream genes were significantly enriched for hypoxia responsive genes in endothelial cells, we tested EPAS1 function in human endothelial cells. EPAS1 knockdown by siRNA in endothelial cells impacted genes that significantly overlapped with EPAS1 downstream genes in lung tissue including hypoxia responsive genes, and genes associated with emphysema severity. Our first integrative analysis of genome-wide DNA methylation and gene expression profiles illustrates that not only does DNA methylation play a 'causal' role in the molecular pathophysiology of COPD, but it can be leveraged to directly identify novel key mediators of this pathophysiology. Identifying key areas for active interprofessional learning partnerships: A facilitated dialogue. PubMed Steven, Kathryn; Angus, Allyson; Breckenridge, Jenna; Davey, Peter; Tully, Vicki; Muir, Fiona 2016-11-01 Student and service user involvement is recognised as an important factor in creating interprofessional education (IPE) opportunities. We used a team-based learning approach to bring together undergraduate health professional students, early career professionals (ECPs), public partners, volunteers, and carers to explore learning partnerships. Influenced by evaluative inquiry, this qualitative study used a free text response to allow participants to give their own opinion. A total of 153 participants (50 public partners and 103 students and professionals representing 11 healthcare professions) took part. Participants were divided into mixed groups of six (nÂ =Â 25) and asked to identify areas where students, professionals, and public could work together to improve health professional education. Each group documented their discussions by summarising agreed areas and next steps. Responses were collected and transcribed for inductive content analysis. Seven key themes (areas for joint working) were identified: communication, public as partners, standards of conduct, IPE, quality improvement, education, and learning environments. The team-based learning format enabled undergraduate and postgraduate health professionals to achieve consensus with public partners on areas for IPE and collaboration. Some of our results may be context-specific but the approach is generalisable to other areas. Part II--Factors associated with school nurse ratios: key state informants' perceptions. PubMed Maughan, Erin 2009-08-01 This paper is the second of a two-part series examining factors influencing school nurse to pupil staffing ratios. The paper reports data from a qualitative study exploring the social and political factors that potentially influence ratios. Interviews were conducted with 30 key state informants from these states. Content analysis of the data identified common themes. Positive factors reported to influence ratios included: the approach taken to effect change, value placed upon school nurses, local support (from both educators and parents) and community buy-in, fear of litigation, and dynamic leadership. Barriers to improving ratios included: lack of funding and misunderstanding of the role of the school nurse. Philosophical beliefs and state geography were "swing" factors that influenced staffing positively or negatively. This study adds to our knowledge of the factors influencing staffing and highlights important social and political factors that school nurses can target to improve nurse to pupil ratios. Identification of key factors regulating self-renewal and differentiation in EML hematopoietic precursor cells by RNA-sequencing analysis. PubMed Zong, Shan; Deng, Shuyun; Chen, Kenian; Wu, Jia Qian 2014-11-11 Hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) are used clinically for transplantation treatment to rebuild a patient's hematopoietic system in many diseases such as leukemia and lymphoma. Elucidating the mechanisms controlling HSCs self-renewal and differentiation is important for application of HSCs for research and clinical uses. However, it is not possible to obtain large quantity of HSCs due to their inability to proliferate in vitro. To overcome this hurdle, we used a mouse bone marrow derived cell line, the EML (Erythroid, Myeloid, and Lymphocytic) cell line, as a model system for this study. RNA-sequencing (RNA-Seq) has been increasingly used to replace microarray for gene expression studies. We report here a detailed method of using RNA-Seq technology to investigate the potential key factors in regulation of EML cell self-renewal and differentiation. The protocol provided in this paper is divided into three parts. The first part explains how to culture EML cells and separate Lin-CD34+ and Lin-CD34- cells. The second part of the protocol offers detailed procedures for total RNA preparation and the subsequent library construction for high-throughput sequencing. The last part describes the method for RNA-Seq data analysis and explains how to use the data to identify differentially expressed transcription factors between Lin-CD34+ and Lin-CD34- cells. The most significantly differentially expressed transcription factors were identified to be the potential key regulators controlling EML cell self-renewal and differentiation. In the discussion section of this paper, we highlight the key steps for successful performance of this experiment. In summary, this paper offers a method of using RNA-Seq technology to identify potential regulators of self-renewal and differentiation in EML cells. The key factors identified are subjected to downstream functional analysis in vitro and in vivo. Identification of Key Factors Regulating Self-renewal and Differentiation in EML Hematopoietic Precursor Cells by RNA-sequencing Analysis PubMed Central Chen, Kenian; Wu, Jia Qian 2014-01-01 Hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) are used clinically for transplantation treatment to rebuild a patient's hematopoietic system in many diseases such as leukemia and lymphoma. Elucidating the mechanisms controlling HSCs self-renewal and differentiation is important for application of HSCs for research and clinical uses. However, it is not possible to obtain large quantity of HSCs due to their inability to proliferate in vitro. To overcome this hurdle, we used a mouse bone marrow derived cell line, the EML (Erythroid, Myeloid, and Lymphocytic) cell line, as a model system for this study. RNA-sequencing (RNA-Seq) has been increasingly used to replace microarray for gene expression studies. We report here a detailed method of using RNA-Seq technology to investigate the potential key factors in regulation of EML cell self-renewal and differentiation. The protocol provided in this paper is divided into three parts. The first part explains how to culture EML cells and separate Lin-CD34+ and Lin-CD34- cells. The second part of the protocol offers detailed procedures for total RNA preparation and the subsequent library construction for high-throughput sequencing. The last part describes the method for RNA-Seq data analysis and explains how to use the data to identify differentially expressed transcription factors between Lin-CD34+ and Lin-CD34- cells. The most significantly differentially expressed transcription factors were identified to be the potential key regulators controlling EML cell self-renewal and differentiation. In the discussion section of this paper, we highlight the key steps for successful performance of this experiment. In summary, this paper offers a method of using RNA-Seq technology to identify potential regulators of self-renewal and differentiation in EML cells. The key factors identified are subjected to downstream functional analysis in vitro and in vivo. PMID:25407807 Quantitative methods of identifying the key nodes in the illegal wildlife trade network PubMed Central Patel, Nikkita Gunvant; Rorres, Chris; Joly, Damien O.; Brownstein, John S.; Boston, Ray; Levy, Michael Z.; Smith, Gary 2015-01-01 Innovative approaches are needed to combat the illegal trade in wildlife. Here, we used network analysis and a new database, HealthMap Wildlife Trade, to identify the key nodes (countries) that support the illegal wildlife trade. We identified key exporters and importers from the number of shipments a country sent and received and from the number of connections a country had to other countries over a given time period. We used flow betweenness centrality measurements to identify key intermediary countries. We found the set of nodes whose removal from the network would cause the maximum disruption to the network. Selecting six nodes would fragment 89.5% of the network for elephants, 92.3% for rhinoceros, and 98.1% for tigers. We then found sets of nodes that would best disseminate an educational message via direct connections through the network. We would need to select 18 nodes to reach 100% of the elephant trade network, 16 nodes for rhinoceros, and 10 for tigers. Although the choice of locations for interventions should be customized for the animal and the goal of the intervention, China was the most frequently selected country for network fragmentation and information dissemination. Identification of key countries will help strategize illegal wildlife trade interventions. PMID:26080413 Identifying key genes in glaucoma based on a benchmarked dataset and the gene regulatory network. PubMed Chen, Xi; Wang, Qiao-Ling; Zhang, Meng-Hui 2017-10-01 The current study aimed to identify key genes in glaucoma based on a benchmarked dataset and gene regulatory network (GRN). Local and global noise was added to the gene expression dataset to produce a benchmarked dataset. Differentially-expressed genes (DEGs) between patients with glaucoma and normal controls were identified utilizing the Linear Models for Microarray Data (Limma) package based on benchmarked dataset. A total of 5 GRN inference methods, including Zscore, GeneNet, context likelihood of relatedness (CLR) algorithm, Partial Correlation coefficient with Information Theory (PCIT) and GEne Network Inference with Ensemble of Trees (Genie3) were evaluated using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) and precision and recall (PR) curves. The interference method with the best performance was selected to construct the GRN. Subsequently, topological centrality (degree, closeness and betweenness) was conducted to identify key genes in the GRN of glaucoma. Finally, the key genes were validated by performing reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). A total of 176 DEGs were detected from the benchmarked dataset. The ROC and PR curves of the 5 methods were analyzed and it was determined that Genie3 had a clear advantage over the other methods; thus, Genie3 was used to construct the GRN. Following topological centrality analysis, 14 key genes for glaucoma were identified, including IL6 , EPHA2 and GSTT1 and 5 of these 14 key genes were validated by RT-qPCR. Therefore, the current study identified 14 key genes in glaucoma, which may be potential biomarkers to use in the diagnosis of glaucoma and aid in identifying the molecular mechanism of this disease. Identifying Key Attributes for Protein Beverages. PubMed Oltman, A E; Lopetcharat, K; Bastian, E; Drake, M A 2015-06-01 This study identified key attributes of protein beverages and evaluated effects of priming on liking of protein beverages. An adaptive choice-based conjoint study was conducted along with Kano analysis to gain insight on protein beverage consumers (n = 432). Attributes evaluated included label claim, protein type, amount of protein, carbohydrates, sweeteners, and metabolic benefits. Utility scores for levels and importance scores for attributes were determined. Subsequently, two pairs of clear acidic whey protein beverages were manufactured that differed by age of protein source or the amount of whey protein per serving. Beverages were evaluated by 151 consumers on two occasions with or without priming statements. One priming statement declared "great flavor," the other priming statement declared 20 g protein per serving. A two way analysis of variance was applied to discern the role of each priming statement. The most important attribute for protein beverages was sweetener type, followed by amount of protein, followed by type of protein followed by label claim. Beverages with whey protein, naturally sweetened, reduced sugar and â¥15 g protein per serving were most desired. Three consumer clusters were identified, differentiated by their preferences for protein type, sweetener and amount of protein. Priming statements positively impacted concept liking (P < 0.05) but had no effect on overall liking (P > 0.05). Consistent with trained panel profiles of increased cardboard flavor with higher protein content, consumers liked beverages with 10 g protein more than beverages with 20 g protein (6.8 compared with 5.7, P < 0.05). Protein beverages must have desirable flavor for wide consumer appeal. Â© 2015 Institute of Food TechnologistsÂ® Computational modeling identifies key gene regulatory interactions underlying phenobarbital-mediated tumor promotion PubMed Central Luisier, RaphaÃ«lle; Unterberger, Elif B.; Goodman, Jay I.; Schwarz, Michael; Moggs, Jonathan; Terranova, RÃ©mi; van Nimwegen, Erik 2014-01-01 Gene regulatory interactions underlying the early stages of non-genotoxic carcinogenesis are poorly understood. Here, we have identified key candidate regulators of phenobarbital (PB)-mediated mouse liver tumorigenesis, a well-characterized model of non-genotoxic carcinogenesis, by applying a new computational modeling approach to a comprehensive collection of in vivo gene expression studies. We have combined our previously developed motif activity response analysis (MARA), which models gene expression patterns in terms of computationally predicted transcription factor binding sites with singular value decomposition (SVD) of the inferred motif activities, to disentangle the roles that different transcriptional regulators play in specific biological pathways of tumor promotion. Furthermore, transgenic mouse models enabled us to identify which of these regulatory activities was downstream of constitutive androstane receptor and Î²-catenin signaling, both crucial components of PB-mediated liver tumorigenesis. We propose novel roles for E2F and ZFP161 in PB-mediated hepatocyte proliferation and suggest that PB-mediated suppression of ESR1 activity contributes to the development of a tumor-prone environment. Our study shows that combining MARA with SVD allows for automated identification of independent transcription regulatory programs within a complex in vivo tissue environment and provides novel mechanistic insights into PB-mediated hepatocarcinogenesis. PMID:24464994 Social Network Analysis Identifies Key Participants in Conservation Development. PubMed Farr, Cooper M; Reed, Sarah E; Pejchar, Liba 2018-05-01 Understanding patterns of participation in private lands conservation, which is often implemented voluntarily by individual citizens and private organizations, could improve its effectiveness at combating biodiversity loss. We used social network analysis (SNA) to examine participation in conservation development (CD), a private land conservation strategy that clusters houses in a small portion of a property while preserving the remaining land as protected open space. Using data from public records for six counties in Colorado, USA, we compared CD participation patterns among counties and identified actors that most often work with others to implement CDs. We found that social network characteristics differed among counties. The network density, or proportion of connections in the network, varied from fewer than 2 to nearly 15%, and was higher in counties with smaller populations and fewer CDs. Centralization, or the degree to which connections are held disproportionately by a few key actors, was not correlated strongly with any county characteristics. Network characteristics were not correlated with the prevalence of wildlife-friendly design features in CDs. The most highly connected actors were biological and geological consultants, surveyors, and engineers. Our work demonstrates a new application of SNA to land-use planning, in which CD network patterns are examined and key actors are identified. For better conservation outcomes of CD, we recommend using network patterns to guide strategies for outreach and information dissemination, and engaging with highly connected actor types to encourage widespread adoption of best practices for CD design and stewardship. Identifying key factors associated with aggression on acute inpatient psychiatric wards. PubMed Bowers, Len; Allan, Teresa; Simpson, Alan; Jones, Julia; Van Der Merwe, Marie; Jeffery, Debra 2009-04-01 Aggressive behaviour is a critical issue for modern acute psychiatric services, not just because of the adverse impact it has on patients and staff, but also because it puts a financial strain on service providers. The aim of this study was to assess the relationship of patient violence to other variables: patient characteristics, features of the service and physical environment, patient routines, staff factors, the use of containment methods, and other patient behaviours. A multivariate cross sectional design was utilised. Data were collected for a six month period on 136 acute psychiatric wards in 26 NHS Trusts in England. Multilevel modelling was conducted to ascertain those factors most strongly associated with verbal aggression, aggression toward objects, and physical aggression against others. High levels of aggression were associated with a high proportion of patients formally detained under mental health legislation, high patient turnover, alcohol use by patients, ward doors being locked, and higher staffing numbers (especially qualified nurses). The findings suggest that the imposition of restrictions on patients exacerbates the problem of violence, and that alcohol management strategies may be a productive intervention. Insufficient evidence is available to draw conclusions about the nature of the link between staffing numbers and violence. Key Issues in Empirically Identifying Chronically Low-Performing and Turnaround Schools ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Hansen, Michael 2012-01-01 One of the US Department of Education's key priorities is turning around the nation's persistently low-achieving schools, yet exactly how to identify low-performing schools is a task left to state policy makers, and a myriad of definitions have been utilized. In addition, exactly how to recognize when a school begins to turn around is not wellâ¦ From shared care to disease management: key-influencing factors PubMed Central Eijkelberg, Irmgard M.J.G.; Spreeuwenberg, Cor; Mur-Veeman, Ingrid M.; Wolffenbuttel, Bruce H.R. 2001-01-01 Abstract Background In order to improve the quality of care of chronically ill patients the traditional boundaries between primary and secondary care are questioned. To demolish these boundaries so-called âshared careâ projects have been initiated in which different ways of substitution of care are applied. When these projects end, disease management may offer a solution to expand the achieved co-operation between primary and secondary care. Objective Answering the question: What key factors influence the development and implementation of shared care projects from a management perspective and how are they linked? Theory The theoretical framework is based on the concept of the learning organisation. Design Reference point is a multiple case study that finally becomes a single case study. Data are collected by means of triangulation. The studied cases concern two interrelated Dutch shared care projects for type 2 diabetic patients, that in the end proceed as one disease management project. Results In these cases the predominant key-influencing factors appear to be the project management, commitment and local context, respectively. The factor project management directly links the latter two, albeit managing both appear prerequisites to its success. In practice this implies managing the factors' interdependency by the application of change strategies and tactics in a committed and skilful way. Conclusion Project management, as the most important and active key factor, is advised to cope with the interrelationships of the influencing factors in a gradually more fundamental way by using strategies and tactics that enable learning processes. Then small-scale shared care projects may change into a disease management network at a large scale, which may yield the future blueprint to proceed. PMID:16896415 From shared care to disease management: key-influencing factors. PubMed Eijkelberg, I M; Spreeuwenberg, C; Mur-Veeman, I M; Wolffenbuttel, B H 2001-01-01 In order to improve the quality of care of chronically ill patients the traditional boundaries between primary and secondary care are questioned. To demolish these boundaries so-called 'shared care' projects have been initiated in which different ways of substitution of care are applied. When these projects end, disease management may offer a solution to expand the achieved co-operation between primary and secondary care. Answering the question: What key factors influence the development and implementation of shared care projects from a management perspective and how are they linked? The theoretical framework is based on the concept of the learning organisation. Reference point is a multiple case study that finally becomes a single case study. Data are collected by means of triangulation. The studied cases concern two interrelated Dutch shared care projects for type 2 diabetic patients, that in the end proceed as one disease management project. In these cases the predominant key-influencing factors appear to be the project management, commitment and local context, respectively. The factor project management directly links the latter two, albeit managing both appear prerequisites to its success. In practice this implies managing the factors' interdependency by the application of change strategies and tactics in a committed and skillful way. Project management, as the most important and active key factor, is advised to cope with the interrelationships of the influencing factors in a gradually more fundamental way by using strategies and tactics that enable learning processes. Then small-scale shared care projects may change into a disease management network at a large scale, which may yield the future blueprint to proceed. Identifying environmental factors harmful to reproduction. PubMed Central Palmer, A K 1993-01-01 Reproduction is essential for the continuation of the species and for life itself. In biological terms, living and reproducing are essentially one and the same. There is, therefore, no sharp division between identifying factors harmful to reproduction and identifying factors harmful to life or vice versa. Detection of harmful factors requires balanced use of a variety of methodologies from databases on structure-activity relationships through in vitro and in vivo test systems of varying complexity to surveys of wildlife and human populations. Human surveys provide the only assured means of discriminating between real and imagined harmful factors, but they are time consuming and provide information after the harm has been done. Test systems with whole animals provide the best prospects for identifying harmful factors quickly, but currently available methods used for testing agrochemicals and drugs need a thorough overhaul before they can provide a role model. Whether there is a need for new methodology is doubtful. More certain is the need to use existing methodology more wisely. We need a better understanding of the environment--whatever it is--and a more thoughtful approach to investigation of multifactorial situations. PMID:8243390 Identifying a key physical factor sensitive to the performance of Madden-Julian oscillation simulation in climate models NASA Astrophysics Data System (ADS) Kim, Go-Un; Seo, Kyong-Hwan 2018-01-01 A key physical factor in regulating the performance of Madden-Julian oscillation (MJO) simulation is examined by using 26 climate model simulations from the World Meteorological Organization's Working Group for Numerical Experimentation/Global Energy and Water Cycle Experiment Atmospheric System Study (WGNE and MJO-Task Force/GASS) global model comparison project. For this, intraseasonal moisture budget equation is analyzed and a simple, efficient physical quantity is developed. The result shows that MJO skill is most sensitive to vertically integrated intraseasonal zonal wind convergence (ZC). In particular, a specific threshold value of the strength of the ZC can be used as distinguishing between good and poor models. An additional finding is that good models exhibit the correct simultaneous convection and large-scale circulation phase relationship. In poor models, however, the peak circulation response appears 3 days after peak rainfall, suggesting unfavorable coupling between convection and circulation. For an improving simulation of the MJO in climate models, we propose that this delay of circulation in response to convection needs to be corrected in the cumulus parameterization scheme. Identifying key performance indicators for nursing and midwifery care using a consensus approach. PubMed McCance, Tanya; Telford, Lorna; Wilson, Julie; Macleod, Olive; Dowd, Audrey 2012-04-01 The aim of this study was to gain consensus on key performance indicators that are appropriate and relevant for nursing and midwifery practice in the current policy context. There is continuing demand to demonstrate effectiveness and efficiency in health and social care and to communicate this at boardroom level. Whilst there is substantial literature on the use of clinical indicators and nursing metrics, there is less evidence relating to indicators that reflect the patient experience. A consensus approach was used to identify relevant key performance indicators. A nominal group technique was used comprising two stages: a workshop involving all grades of nursing and midwifery staff in two HSC trusts in Northern Ireland (n = 50); followed by a regional Consensus Conference (n = 80). During the workshop, potential key performance indicators were identified. This was used as the basis for the Consensus Conference, which involved two rounds of consensus. Analysis was based on aggregated scores that were then ranked. Stage one identified 38 potential indicators and stage two prioritised the eight top-ranked indicators as a core set for nursing and midwifery. The relevance and appropriateness of these indicators were confirmed with nurses and midwives working in a range of settings and from the perspective of service users. The eight indicators identified do not conform to the majority of other nursing metrics generally reported in the literature. Furthermore, they are strategically aligned to work on the patient experience and are reflective of the fundamentals of nursing and midwifery practice, with the focus on person-centred care. Nurses and midwives have a significant contribution to make in determining the extent to which these indicators are achieved in practice. Furthermore, measurement of such indicators provides an opportunity to evidence of the unique impact of nursing/midwifery care on the patient experience. Â© 2011 Blackwell Publishing Ltd. Exploring the effects of spatial autocorrelation when identifying key drivers of wildlife crop-raiding. PubMed Songhurst, Anna; Coulson, Tim 2014-03-01 Few universal trends in spatial patterns of wildlife crop-raiding have been found. Variations in wildlife ecology and movements, and human spatial use have been identified as causes of this apparent unpredictability. However, varying spatial patterns of spatial autocorrelation (SA) in human-wildlife conflict (HWC) data could also contribute. We explicitly explore the effects of SA on wildlife crop-raiding data in order to facilitate the design of future HWC studies. We conducted a comparative survey of raided and nonraided fields to determine key drivers of crop-raiding. Data were subsampled at different spatial scales to select independent raiding data points. The model derived from all data was fitted to subsample data sets. Model parameters from these models were compared to determine the effect of SA. Most methods used to account for SA in data attempt to correct for the change in P-values; yet, by subsampling data at broader spatial scales, we identified changes in regression estimates. We consequently advocate reporting both model parameters across a range of spatial scales to help biological interpretation. Patterns of SA vary spatially in our crop-raiding data. Spatial distribution of fields should therefore be considered when choosing the spatial scale for analyses of HWC studies. Robust key drivers of elephant crop-raiding included raiding history of a field and distance of field to a main elephant pathway. Understanding spatial patterns and determining reliable socio-ecological drivers of wildlife crop-raiding is paramount for designing mitigation and land-use planning strategies to reduce HWC. Spatial patterns of HWC are complex, determined by multiple factors acting at more than one scale; therefore, studies need to be designed with an understanding of the effects of SA. Our methods are accessible to a variety of practitioners to assess the effects of SA, thereby improving the reliability of conservation management actions. Key Factors that Influence Recruiting Young Chinese Students ERIC Educational Resources Information Center Wang, Zhenmin 2007-01-01 The discussion in this paper is based on the assumption that international education is equated to recruiting and educating international students, even though its true concept goes far beyond this narrow understanding. The purpose of this research is to look at the key factors that influence recruiting young Chinese students, and make sure allâ¦ The Use of Key Informant Method for Identifying Children with Blindness and Severe Visual Impairment in Developing Countries. PubMed du Toit, RÃ¨nÃ©e; Courtright, Paul; Lewallen, Susan 2017-06-01 An estimated 19 million children are visually impaired; of these, 1.4 million are irreversibly blind. A key challenge is to identify them early in life to benefit maximally from visual rehabilitation, and/or treatment. This aggregative review and structured literature analysis summarizes evidence of what it is about the key informant (KI) approach that works to identify children with blindness or severe visual impairment (B/SVI) in the community (for whom, to what extent, in what circumstances, in what respect, how and why). Peer-reviewed (PubMed, hand search) and grey literature (Google, World Health Organization website, academic theses, direct requests) were included, and methods and criteria used for identification, productivity (number of children referred per KI), accuracy of referrals (positive predictive value, PPV), age of children with B/SVI, KI definition, sex, information about cost and comparisons aggregated. We included 31 documents describing 22 unique KI programs. Mostly KIs identified children with B/SVI in 1-3 weeks, i.e. "campaign mode." In 60%, KIs were community volunteers, others formal health sector workers (FHSW). Around 0.02-1.56 children per KI (median = 0.25) were successfully recruited. PPV ranged from 12 to 66%. In two studies comparing FHSWs and community KIs, the latter were 8 and 10 times more productive. KIs working in campaign mode may provide an effective approach to identifying children with B/SVI in communities. Including identification of ocular problems and/or other impairments has been recommended. Research on factors that influence effectiveness and on whether KIs continue to contribute could inform programs. KF-finder: identification of key factors from host-microbial networks in cervical cancer. PubMed Hu, Jialu; Gao, Yiqun; Zheng, Yan; Shang, Xuequn 2018-04-24 The human body is colonized by a vast number of microbes. Microbiota can benefit many normal life processes, but can also cause many diseases by interfering the regular metabolism and immune system. Recent studies have demonstrated that the microbial community is closely associated with various types of cell carcinoma. The search for key factors, which also refer to cancer causing agents, can provide an important clue in understanding the regulatory mechanism of microbiota in uterine cervix cancer. In this paper, we investigated microbiota composition and gene expression data for 58 squamous and adenosquamous cell carcinoma. A host-microbial covariance network was constructed based on the 16s rRNA and gene expression data of the samples, which consists of 259 abundant microbes and 738 differentially expressed genes (DEGs). To search for risk factors from host-microbial networks, the method of bi-partite betweenness centrality (BpBC) was used to measure the risk of a given node to a certain biological process in hosts. A web-based tool KF-finder was developed, which can efficiently query and visualize the knowledge of microbiota and differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in the network. Our results suggest that prevotellaceade, tissierellaceae and fusobacteriaceae are the most abundant microbes in cervical carcinoma, and the microbial community in cervical cancer is less diverse than that of any other boy sites in health. A set of key risk factors anaerococcus, hydrogenophilaceae, eubacterium, PSMB10, KCNIP1 and KRT13 have been identified, which are thought to be involved in the regulation of viral response, cell cycle and epithelial cell differentiation in cervical cancer. It can be concluded that permanent changes of microbiota composition could be a major force for chromosomal instability, which subsequently enables the effect of key risk factors in cancer. All our results described in this paper can be freely accessed from our website at http://www.nwpu-bioinformatics.com/KF-finder/ . Determining the key drivers and mitigating factors that influence the role of the Nurse and/or Midwife Consultant: a cross-sectional survey. PubMed Fernandez, Ritin S; Sheppard-Law, Suzanne; Manning, Vicki 2017-06-01 Globally, many nurses and midwives are working at an advanced practice level. The role of a Nurse and/or Midwife Consultant encompasses a diverse and complex interaction between five specified domains namely Clinical Service and Consultancy, Clinical Leadership, Research, Education, and Clinical Services Planning and Management. The objective of this replication study was to identify the key drivers and mitigating factors that impact the role of Australian Nurse and/or Midwife Consultants. Cross-sectional survey. The study was conducted in a large metropolitan health district in Sydney, Australia. Participants for this study consisted of all Nurse and/or Midwife Consultants working within a health district in New South Wales (NSW). Data were collected by an anonymous online survey. Key drivers and mitigating factors perceived to influence their role were identified using previously implemented instruments. Data were analysed using SPSS version 21. Responses were obtained from 122 Nurse and/or Midwife Consultants. The number of years of experience as a Nurse and/or Midwife Consultant ranged from 6 months to 25.5 years. Personal attributes which included personal motivation and own communication skills were identified as key drivers to role performance with a mean score of 7.7Â±0.6. Other key drivers included peer support, organisational culture, personal attributes, professional learning, Nurse and/or Midwife Consultant experience, and collaborative relationships. Of the 14 mitigating factors to the role, the most common factors were lack of resources to set up and develop the role (2.6âÂ±â0.9), lack of secretarial support (2.6âÂ±â1.1), lack of managerial support (2.45âÂ±â1.1), and lack of understanding of the role by other health professionals (2.40âÂ±â0.8). Understanding the key drivers and mitigating factors that influence the role of the Nurse and/or Midwife Consultant is important for healthcare managers. Given the changing landscape of nursing Key factors influencing lung cancer survival in northern Italy. PubMed Mangone, Lucia; Minicozzi, Pamela; Vicentini, Massimo; Giacomin, Adriano; Caldarella, Adele; Cirilli, Claudia; Falcini, Fabio; Giorgi Rossi, Paolo; Sant, Milena 2013-06-01 Lung cancer is a major cause of cancer death worldwide. The aims of this study were to analyze presentation, treatment and survival for lung cancer in northern Italy, and identify factors influencing survival. A total of 1180 lung cancer cases diagnosed in four north Italian cancer registries (Biella, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Romagna) in 2003-2005 were analyzed. Information on morphology, stage, diagnostic examinations, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgical treatment was collected from clinical records. Three-year relative survival and relative excess risks of death were estimated. Overall, 10% of cases were stage I, 50% stage IV, and 12% stage unknown. Romagna - where sophisticated diagnostic examinations were performed more often - had proportionately more microscopically verified cases and resected cases than Biella. Romagna had also high proportions of cases given chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Three-year survival was 14%, range 10% (Biella) to 19% (Romagna); 69% for stage I, 3% for stage IV. Stage I survival was higher in Romagna (82%) than Reggio Emilia and Biella (60-61%) but for operated stage I cases, survival was similar (88%) in Romagna and Biella. The fully adjusted model showed a higher risk of death in Biella (1.23, 95%CI 1.02-1.48) than Modena (reference). Stage and surgery are key factors influencing survival. Centralizing lung cancer treatment to improve diagnostic work-up may improve outcomes. Copyright Â© 2013 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Recurrent seascape units identify key ecological processes along the western Antarctic Peninsula. PubMed Bowman, Jeff S; Kavanaugh, Maria T; Doney, Scott C; Ducklow, Hugh W 2018-04-10 The western Antarctic Peninsula (WAP) is a bellwether of global climate change and natural laboratory for identifying interactions between climate and ecosystems. The Palmer Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) project has collected data on key ecological and environmental processes along the WAP since 1993. To better understand how key ecological parameters are changing across space and time, we developed a novel seascape classification approach based on inÂ situ temperature, salinity, chlorophyll a, nitrateÂ +Â nitrite, phosphate, and silicate. We anticipate that this approach will be broadly applicable to other geographical areas. Through the application of self-organizing maps (SOMs), we identified eight recurrent seascape units (SUs) in these data. These SUs have strong fidelity to known regional water masses but with an additional layer of biogeochemical detail, allowing us to identify multiple distinct nutrient profiles in several water masses. To identify the temporal and spatial distribution of these SUs, we mapped them across the Palmer LTER sampling grid via objective mapping of the original parameters. Analysis of the abundance and distribution of SUs since 1993 suggests two year types characterized by the partitioning of chlorophyll a into SUs with different spatial characteristics. By developing generalized linear models for correlated, time-lagged external drivers, we conclude that early spring sea ice conditions exert a strong influence on the distribution of chlorophyll a and nutrients along the WAP, but not necessarily the total chlorophyll a inventory. Because the distribution and density of phytoplankton biomass can have an impact on biomass transfer to the upper trophic levels, these results highlight anticipated links between the WAP marine ecosystem and climate. Â© 2018 John Wiley & Sons Ltd. A matter of definition--key elements identified in a discourse analysis of definitions of palliative care. PubMed Pastrana, T; JÃ¼nger, S; Ostgathe, C; Elsner, F; Radbruch, L 2008-04-01 For more than 30 years, the term "palliative care" has been used. From the outset, the term has undergone a series of transformations in its definitions and consequently in its tasks and goals. There remains a lack of consensus on a definition. The aim of this article is to analyse the definitions of palliative care in the specialist literature and to identify the key elements of palliative care using discourse analysis: a qualitative methodology. The literature search focused on definitions of the term 'palliative medicine' and 'palliative care' in the World Wide Web and medical reference books in English and German. A total of 37 English and 26 German definitions were identified and analysed. Our study confirmed the lack of a consistent meaning concerning the investigated terms, reflecting on-going discussion about the nature of the field among palliative care practitioners. Several common key elements were identified. Four main categories emerged from the discourse analysis of the definition of palliative care: target groups, structure, tasks and expertise. In addition, the theoretical principles and goals of palliative care were discussed and found to be key elements, with relief and prevention of suffering and improvement of quality of life as main goals. The identified key elements can contribute to the definition of the concept 'palliative care'. Our study confirms the importance of semantic and ethical influences on palliative care that should be considered in future research on semantics in different languages. An Integrated Systems Biology Approach Identifies TRIM25 as a Key Determinant of Breast Cancer Metastasis. PubMed Walsh, Logan A; Alvarez, Mariano J; Sabio, Erich Y; Reyngold, Marsha; Makarov, Vladimir; Mukherjee, Suranjit; Lee, Ken-Wing; Desrichard, Alexis; Turcan, Åevin; Dalin, Martin G; Rajasekhar, Vinagolu K; Chen, Shuibing; Vahdat, Linda T; Califano, Andrea; Chan, Timothy A 2017-08-15 At the root of most fatal malignancies are aberrantly activated transcriptional networks that drive metastatic dissemination. Although individualÂ metastasis-associated genes have been described, the complex regulatory networks presiding over the initiation and maintenance of metastatic tumors are still poorly understood. There is untapped value in identifying therapeuticÂ targets that broadly govern coordinated transcriptional modules dictating metastatic progression. Here, we reverse engineered and interrogatedÂ a breast cancer-specific transcriptional interaction network (interactome) to define transcriptional control structures causally responsibleÂ for regulating genetic programs underlying breast cancer metastasis in individual patients. Our analyses confirmed established pro-metastaticÂ transcription factors, and they uncovered TRIM25 as a key regulator of metastasis-related transcriptional programs. Further, inÂ vivo analysesÂ established TRIM25 as a potent regulatorÂ ofÂ metastatic disease and poor survival outcome. Our findings suggest that identifying and targeting keystone proteins, like TRIM25, canÂ effectively collapse transcriptional hierarchiesÂ necessary for metastasis formation, thus representing an innovative cancer intervention strategy. Copyright Â© 2017 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Preparedness for physiotherapy in private practice: Novices identify key factors in an interpretive description study. PubMed Atkinson, Robyn; McElroy, Theresa 2016-04-01 Physiotherapists in Australia deliver services to a diverse range of clients, across many settings, however little research exists examining graduate preparedness for practice, even in the populous field of private practice. To explore novice physiotherapist perspectives on preparedness for work in private practice. The qualitative approach of interpretive description was used to guide in-depth interviews with 8 novice physiotherapists from 3 universities working in 5 private practices in Melbourne. All interviews were digitally recorded, transcribed verbatim and analyzed thematically. Four main themes influencing graduate preparedness for work in private practice were identified: 1) non-curricular experiences (e.g. sports training) 2) elective curricular: practicum experiences; 3) curricular: attainment of skills specific to private practice; and 4) the private practice setting: supportive colleagues. This combination of non-curricular, curricular, and practice setting factors offered the necessary scaffolding for the graduates to report feeling prepared for work in private practice. Non-curricular activities, radiological instruction, clinical placements, building supportive colleague relations and professional development in private practice are recommended as potential means of building preparedness in novice therapists. Findings have implications for physiotherapy students, educators and private practice clinics looking to recruit new graduates. Copyright Â© 2015 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Pharmacy patronage: identifying key factors in the decision making process using the determinant attribute approach. PubMed Franic, Duska M; Haddock, Sarah M; Tucker, Leslie Tootle; Wooten, Nathan 2008-01-01 To use the determinant attribute approach, a research method commonly used in marketing to identify the wants of various consumer groups, to evaluate consumer pharmacy choice when having a prescription order filled in different pharmacy settings. Cross sectional. Community independent, grocery store, community chain, and discount store pharmacies in Georgia between April 2005 and April 2006. Convenience sample of adult pharmacy consumers (n = 175). Survey measuring consumer preferences on 26 attributes encompassing general pharmacy site features (16 items), pharmacist characteristics (5 items), and pharmacy staff characteristics (5 items). 26 potential determinant attributes for pharmacy selection. 175 consumers were surveyed at community independent (n = 81), grocery store (n = 44), community chain (n = 27), or discount store (n = 23) pharmacy settings. The attributes of pharmacists and staff at all four pharmacy settings were shown to affect pharmacy patronage motives, although consumers frequenting non-community independent pharmacies were also motivated by secondary convenience factors, e.g., hours of operation, and prescription coverage. Most consumers do not perceive pharmacies as merely prescription-distribution centers that vary only by convenience. Prescriptions are not just another economic good. Pharmacy personnel influence pharmacy selection; therefore, optimal staff selection and training is likely the greatest asset and most important investment for ensuring pharmacy success. Key factors of case management interventions for frequent users of healthcare services: a thematic analysis review. PubMed Hudon, Catherine; Chouinard, Maud-Christine; Lambert, Mireille; Diadiou, Fatoumata; Bouliane, Danielle; Beaudin, JÃ©rÃ©mie 2017-10-22 The aim of this paper was to identify the key factors of case management (CM) interventions among frequent users of healthcare services found in empirical studies of effectiveness. Thematic analysis review of CM studies. We built on a previously published review that aimed to report the effectiveness of CM interventions for frequent users of healthcare services, using the Medline, Scopus and CINAHL databases covering the January 2004-December 2015 period, then updated to July 2017, with the keywords 'CM' and 'frequent use'. We extracted factors of successful (n=7) and unsuccessful (n=6) CM interventions and conducted a mixed thematic analysis to synthesise findings. Chaudoir's implementation of health innovations framework was used to organise results into four broad levels of factors: (1) ,environmental/organisational level, (2) practitioner level, (3) patient level and (4) programme level. Access to, and close partnerships with, healthcare providers and community services resources were key factors of successful CM interventions that should target patients with the greatest needs and promote frequent contacts with the healthcare team. The selection and training of the case manager was also an important factor to foster patient engagement in CM. Coordination of care, self-management support and assistance with care navigation were key CM activities. The main issues reported by unsuccessful CM interventions were problems with case finding or lack of care integration. CM interventions for frequent users of healthcare services should ensure adequate case finding processes, rigorous selection and training of the case manager, sufficient intensity of the intervention, as well as good care integration among all partners. Other studies could further evaluate the influence of contextual factors on intervention impacts. Â© Article author(s) (or their employer(s) unless otherwise stated in the text of the article) 2017. All rights reserved. No commercial use is permitted Key factors of case management interventions for frequent users of healthcare services: a thematic analysis review PubMed Central Hudon, Catherine; Chouinard, Maud-Christine; Lambert, Mireille; Diadiou, Fatoumata; Bouliane, Danielle; Beaudin, JÃ©rÃ©mie 2017-01-01 Objective The aim of this paper was to identify the key factors of case management (CM) interventions among frequent users of healthcare services found in empirical studies of effectiveness. Design Thematic analysis review of CM studies. Methods We built on a previously published review that aimed to report the effectiveness of CM interventions for frequent users of healthcare services, using the Medline, Scopus and CINAHL databases covering the January 2004âDecember 2015 period, then updated to July 2017, with the keywords âCMâ and âfrequent useâ. We extracted factors of successful (n=7) and unsuccessful (n=6) CM interventions and conducted a mixed thematic analysis to synthesise findings. Chaudoirâs implementation of health innovations framework was used to organise results into four broad levels of factors: (1) environmental/organisational level, (2) practitioner level, (3) patient level and (4) programme level. Results Access to, and close partnerships with, healthcare providers and community services resources were key factors of successful CM interventions that should target patients with the greatest needs and promote frequent contacts with the healthcare team. The selection and training of the case manager was also an important factor to foster patient engagement in CM. Coordination of care, self-management support and assistance with care navigation were key CM activities. The main issues reported by unsuccessful CM interventions were problems with case finding or lack of care integration. Conclusions CM interventions for frequent users of healthcare services should ensure adequate case finding processes, rigorous selection and training of
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Baym Introduction Stuart Cunningham and David Craig vii 1 Part I. Frameworks and Methods 1. Platform Studies 21 2. Productive Ambivalence, Economies of Visibility, and the Political Potential of Feminist YouTubers 39 3. Affect and Autoethnography in Social Media Research 57 4. A Semio-discursive Analysis of Spanish-Speaking BookTubers 75 5. Critical Media Industry Studies: The Case of Chinese Livestreaming 96 Jean Burgess Zoë Glatt and Sarah Banet-Weiser Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Brent Luvaas Carlos A. Scolari, Damián Fraticelli, and José M. Tomasena David Craig, Stuart Cunningham, and Junyi Lv Part II. Genres and Communities 6. Video Gameplay Commentary: Immersive Research in Participatory Culture 117 7. Value, Service, and Precarity among Instagram Content Creators 135 8. Toy Unboxing Creator Communities 153 Hector Postigo Brooke Erin Duffy and Megan Sawey Jarrod Walczer v Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New vi \| Contents 9. Beyond the Nation: Cultural Regions in South Asia’s Online Video Communities 170 10. Creativity and Dissent in Arab Creator Culture 189 Sangeet Kumar, Sriram Mohan, and Aswin Punathambekar Mohamed El Marzouki Part III. Industries and Governance 11. Wanghong: Liminal Chinese Creative Labor 211 12. Content Creators and the Field of Advertising 232 13. The Political Economy of Sponsored Content and Social Media Entertainment Production 250 14. Creator Rights and Governance 271 Elaine Jing Zhao Arturo Arriagada Jeremy Shtern and Stephanie Hill Stuart Cunningham and David Craig 291 About the Contributors 293 Index 297 Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Acknowledgments Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Foreword Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Nancy K. Baym In 2019, Lil Nas X’s song “Old Town Road” spent an unprecedented nineteen weeks at the top of the Billboard charts. Was “Old Town Road” social media entertainment? One answer is an easy no. It may have been released independently, but it was quickly rereleased on a major record label. If that isn’t mass media entertainment, what is? But “Old Town Road” came from somewhere. Lil Nas X spent years refning his social media persona, making memes as a teen, spending time on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. By the time he bought a beat for thirty dollars on the internet, crafed “Old Town Road,” and hyped it through a series of TikTok memes, he already knew how to accrue the kinds of capital that social media value. He’d found the exact balance between being “authentic” and performative that social media audiences desire. He had millions of followers on multiple platforms. His “viral” hit took years of work. His mastery is better understood from a framework of social media entertainment than mass media entertainment. Te success of “Old Town Road” speaks to the liminal status of social media entertainment (for more on liminality, see Elaine Jing Zhao’s contribution in this volume). Its (continually updated re)mix of country, rap, rural, urban, meme, video, and song only hints at the boundary crossing at play in the feld at large. It’s not just genres that are blurring. Social media entertainment, as this volume shows, seems well on its way toward being an industry (or industries?) of its own, yet in many ways it appears as another iteration of (or feeder for) well-established industries. On the one hand, it seems to ofer the radical decentralization that can let a kid from a rural state in the United States achieve international fame through self-produced media. On the other hand, it is increasingly concentrated in a handful of corporations that, like media of old, make money by selling their users to advertisers. vii Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. viii \| Foreword As scholars, how are we to make sense of a whole that sits between forms new and old and calls for theories and methods both new and old? Tis book and its predecessor, Stuart Cunningham and David Craig’s Social Media Entertainment (2019), along with much of the work cited therein, provide a foundation. We can begin to see the actors—human, corporate, and technical—and the connections between them. Tere are the creative workers, a category that belies an extraordinary range of motivations, ambitions, and practices. Tere are audiences, who have relationships not only with creators but with one another and who function as recipients, interlocutors, infuences, antagonists, and products that the creators are able to sell to advertisers (for more on this, see Brooke Erin Dufy and Megan Sawey’s contribution in this volume). Tere are communities, online and of, with their own norms, expectations, and modes of self-regulation. Tere are platforms and the many decision-makers within them, from those deciding business models to those implementing them through algorithms and interfaces and always-fraught content moderation. Tere are the ever-changing algorithms and the interfaces, continuously creating consequences their engineers didn’t anticipate. Tere are the data, some presented as metrics to infuence action, some captured and sold behind the scenes in ways neither creators nor audiences can see, let alone control. Tere are the old media—the record labels, the television stations, the radio, the flm industries, and more, all of which not only persist but exert tremendous regulatory infuence. Tere are new intermediaries, many already having their own rises and falls as mini-industries—the personality curators, the multichannel and multiplatform networks, the Patreons and the Kickstarters. Tere are the brands and the advertisers, still exerting the same infuences that have made creative professions viable while challenging artists’ “authenticity” for generations. Social media entertainment is a world of product placement, of sponsorships, of partnerships, of affliate relationships. Tere are the nations and governments, with their existing policies and laws, striving to fgure out whether and how to regulate this new realm with its slippery boundaries and propensities to make work look like play, to make play into work, and to let intellectual property serve as fodder for others’ creativity. And, of course, there are the billions of media artifacts created and circulated to form Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Foreword \| ix the “content” of an economy that thinks so little of artistry that it uses that term to describe creative work. We can also now start charting the industrial and spatial logics on and within which social media entertainment economies operate. We can begin to see diferent models of production, distribution, work, success, and failure. We can begin comparisons, asking how things work diferently when the genre is (to take a few examples from this book) video book reviews, style blogs, or game commentary. We can begin to compare contexts, from the communities that form around individuals and genres to the regions and nations within and across which they form. Most importantly, we can begin to see the dynamics through which power is exerted and claimed, and it is here where we must be most careful to remember that the approaches we’ve already built in our decades of understanding how media industries operate still provide insightful lenses for critical assessment. We can see how, despite rhetorics of democratization and examples of youths who fnd their way out of poverty through media they create on their phones, success in this realm is still elusive, while its pursuit inevitably benefts those who hold power. We see workers beholden to platforms’ recommendation systems, algorithmic discrimination, and changing afordances, interfaces, and terms of service into which they have little insight, let alone control, while the guilds and unions that helped create acceptable work conditions for their mass-media predecessors struggle to fnd footholds. We see the gendering, as the work of creation is dismissed as trivial, while the coding of the platforms on which the creations circulate is valorized as the skillset to which all would-be workers should aspire. We see how people’s very selves become products in this economy, as, regardless of what they produce, being “authentic” and forming relationships that feel intimate to audiences become germane to making a living (a topic I explore extensively in my book Playing to the Crowd). We see how being “real” can mean becoming a brand that algorithms will fnd legible. Ultimately, we can see how, as currently constructed, social media entertainment serves capitalist logics above and beyond logics of public good. Here, I hope, we will move beyond description and explanation and fnd ways to intervene before this new road takes us back to the same old town. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Introduction Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Stuart Cunningham and David Craig What we call creator culture is being constructed around the opportunities and challenges that have emerged as established media and communication industries begin to share the content and distribution space with digital streaming and social networking platforms. These structural changes in the media landscape have, in turn, contributed to the rise of an industry and culture populated by native social media entrepreneurs. Creators can be simply defined in the words of the social media entertainment (SME) thought leader Hank Green (2016) as any creator “making all or part of their living making stuff on the internet, or are working toward that goal.” Te term signifes a distinction from an earlier phase of online content creation characterized by “user-generated content” (UGC). UGC referred to any form of content generated by users of digital platforms, and early scholarly attention rarely entertained the possibility that such activity might give rise to viable entrepreneurial careers. We believe the term creator—which we defne rather more fully than Hank Green as commercializing and professionalizing native social media users who generate and circulate original content in close interaction and engagement with their communities on the major social media platforms as well as ofine—is the term that captures best what is at stake in this book’s mapping of approaches to this emerging culture. Creators are dubbed many things now: infuencers, bloggers and vloggers, gameplayers, livestreamers, camgirls, broadcast jockeys (Korea), and, in China, KOLs (key opinion leaders), zhubo, and wanghong, among others. Tey can be referred to by platform use: YouTubers, tweeters (Twitter), grammers (Instagram), and snappers (Snapchat). Scholars previously coined terms such as “micro-celebrities” (Senf 2008; Abidin 2016), although by now many of these creators have developed greater cultural infuence 1 Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 2 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig than mainstream celebrities: think of Zhang Dayi (China), Huda Beauty (Dubai), Chiara Ferragni (Italy), PewDiePie (UK), Ninja (US), to name a few. Terminological profusion is an index of the increasing importance of this feld of study. Even Hollywood producers, writers, and showrunners routinely refer to themselves as “creators.” Nowadays, some of these terms have gone completely viral. Martha Lincoln (@heavyredaction) tweeted apropos an encounter in a classroom, “A student has just astonished me by writing ‘Infuencers such as Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.’” Te creator culture that this volume seeks to defne and investigate draws on a range of scholarship in media and communication studies, science and technology studies, and social media, internet, and platform studies. We mapped its industrial dimensions in Social Media Entertainment: The New Industry at the Intersection of Hollywood and Silicon Valley (Cunningham and Craig 2019). Tere, we traced the emergence of a phenomenon emerging outside broadcasting and the digital streaming platforms (for example, Netfix, Amazon Prime Video, iQiyi, and Hotstar). Rather, these creators are native to social media platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and their Chinese counterparts Youku, Weibo, and WeChat. Conditions of labor are volatile and precarious but also more empowered, in contrast to early careerists in Hollywood and the media industries. SME also represented a signifcant space for new, and much more diverse, voices with the means for cultural assertion as much as commercial media production. Combined, these factors generated a diferent globalization dynamic that has scaled with great velocity, enabling multimodal content (posts, vlogs, tweets, grams, snaps, and streams) to travel the world without conventional intellectual property (IP) control and posing new challenges for established media companies and regulatory regimes. In this introduction, we elaborate briefy on the industrial underpinnings and global dimensions of creator culture and then introduce the chapters to follow. Te development of creator culture will have reached the ffeen-year mark by 2021, starting with the launch of YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook and their Chinese counterparts around 2005. YouTube has been a critical platform for creators, particularly afer acquisition in 2006 by Google, introducing features and services that empowered, and ofen inhibited, creators, but always in service of the shifing interests of the plat- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 3 form. A short list includes content management systems, programmatic advertising, partnership agreements, programmable channels, mobility, subscription platforms, community pages, ecommerce and merchandise integrations, online mobile payment systems, and livestreaming. Tere are similar stories of strong growth of native content creation on platforms such as Twitch, Instagram, Facebook, and even Twitter. Te reality is multiplatform for most creators, although the materiality of platform afordances generates real diferences in practice: an Instagram beauty vlogger is diferent from a YouTube content creator, as is a Twitch gameplayer, a Snap storyteller, or a Momo showroom host. In turn, the commercializing practices of creators operating in this industry refect a diverse portfolio of revenue streams across platforms, in established media as well as of media. Vital to our understanding is that these conditions extend across all social media platforms, many of which have integrated comparable forms of modality (video), monetization (programmatic advertising), and partnership agreements with their native creators. China’s alternative creator industry is a wild card that may upset the accepted understanding of the way cultural infuence fows globally. Wanghong means “popular online” or “internet famous” and carries connotations that can embrace the entire industry or refer to celebritization as a problematic process, as well as describing the specifc subcomponent of Chinese creator culture on livestreaming platforms. China’s industry features a highly competitive platform landscape, incubated through regulatory protection and fueled by a rising middle class, and ofers more diverse and potentially lucrative opportunities for creators than its Western counterparts. When wanghong makes the leap past the Great Chinese Firewall, Western entertainment hegemony may be imperiled. And there are vibrant creator cultures in numerous places around the world that are little beholden to face-ofs with old Western hegemons or, for that matter, emerging Eastern ones. Studying the Social Media Entertainment Industry “Does the world really need one more field of study?” Jennifer Holt and Alisa Perren (2009) ask this question in introducing their field-setting volume Media Industries: History, Theory, and Method. Our answer Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 4 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig would be that as industries and cultures change, so fields of study need to change. Creator Culture: An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment introduces readers to “ways of seeing” social media entertainment from perspectives that critically assess claims for its relation to, yet differentiation from, well-established media forms and institutions traditionally within scope for media studies, as well as differentiation from the agendas now established within social media studies. This volume does not seek to impose a uniform perspective; rather, our goal is to stimulate in-depth, globally focused engagement with this industry and establish a dynamic research agenda attractive to scholars, teachers, and students, as well as to creators and media professionals across the media, communication, and social media industries. Te scholarly foundations of the volume draw on diverse, interrelated disciplines, theories, analytic frameworks, and methodologies. Holt and Perren, in looking to defne media industries studies, argued that the feld relied on knowledge generated in cultural and creative industries, mass communication, sociology and anthropology, media economics and industrial analysis, political economy and cultural studies, journalism, flm and TV studies, and cultural policy. Together with these infuences, we suggest that studying the creator culture developed by social media entertainment requires disciplinary input from internet studies, social media studies, and science and technology studies. Tere are many productive diferences in approach and perspective in the chapters to follow. But what everyone agrees on is that social media entertainment (or whatever contributors call it) is a thing. But what sort of the thing is it? Is it an industry? And, if so, what kind of an industry? Nitin Govil poses an interesting question of great relevance to our project when he notes that “most studies proceed from a general understanding of what an industry comprises, with a tacit sense of its boundaries and capacities.” One of the “entrenched yet under examined presumptions” of studies of media industries is the “obviousness of its object” (Govil 2013, 173). Govil attributes the fact that the Indian flm industry was fnally granted ofcial industry status by government only afer decades of lobbying principally to the lack of reliable statistical data. An industry that innovatively made the most of its informality had ultimately to embrace formalization to advance. Popular and political ambivalence about the industry had to give way in order for it to be Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 5 placed on proper legal and fnancial footing. Govil argues that “we need to broaden the range of practices that count as industrial” and that we need “a more dynamic sense of industries as social and textual arrangements . . . and other dramaturgies of interaction, refection, and refexivity” (176). In this spirit, we posit three basic criteria for considering SME as an industry: size and scope, diferentiation from neighboring industries, and degree of formalization. Gaining authoritative, independent data on the scale and economic value that platforms and creators derive from SME is almost impossible at this stage of its evolution as an industry. And any data that can be derived will date quickly, given that growth year on year in these early growth stages is remarkable and remarkably global. Data that are made available are mostly from single platforms, whereas creators’ revenue sources typically involve multiple platforms and strategies including crowdfunding, licensing, and direct brand deal making. Platforms have more than one revenue stream from which creators may or may not beneft, but publicly revealing the full story would risk fights of, and fghts between, creators and expose platforms’ accounting practices. It is always better, think platforms, to impose nondisclosure agreements and deal separately or even purely algorithmically with creators. YouTube’s referencing of creator statistics is classic “spin.” A typical statement from Google CEO Sundar Pichai in 2019 touted the everincreasing monetization opportunities that YouTube provides for creators. “Te number of channels with more than 1 million subscribers doubled in 2018,” he said, “and the number of creators earning between $10,000 and $1 million from YouTube AdSense grew 40% year-overyear. (Currently, there are upwards of 5,000 channels with at least 1 million subscribers.)” (Weiss 2019). (Tat fgure had grown to more than 16,000 in late 2019.) Who qualifes to be a “partner” has changed semiregularly, programmatic advertising revenue splits vary between “premium” and “nonpremium” creators, and YouTube has introduced new revenue sources: subscriptions, memberships, e-commerce, and virtual goods. Compared to other platforms’ public accounting of creator practice, however, YouTube is relatively transparent. Another exception to the deep opaqueness may be Amazon-owned Twitch. Its platform blog ofers explicit dollar fgures for aspiring Twitch partners and de- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 6 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig clares over 27,000 partners as of October 2019, albeit with no indication of total revenue across revenue streams including advertising, virtual goods, and subscriptions. Attempts to track economic value across multiple platforms and allied funding sources are legion but almost always unverifable and must be taken under advisement, as they usually come from vested advertising and marketing interests. Business journalists’ accounts of the “infuencer economy” vary from $1 billion in 2018 (Adweek 2019) to $10 billion in 2020 (National Public Radio 2019). Researchers wanting to dig deeper into such fgures would need to ask if they are limited to infuencer marketing without programmatic advertising, focused exclusively on the brand-rich environment of Instagram only, and limited to the advertising verticals of beauty and lifestyle alone. It is possibly even more difcult to be assured of data clarity in China’s alternative creator universe. Te “wanghong economy,” according to industry data frms like CBNData, may have eclipsed China’s flm industry at near US$10 billion in 2016 and was worth US$15 billion a year later (Asia Pacifc 2018). Or this could even be the “$24 billion Chinese industry you’ve never heard of ” (Youmshajekian 2019). Te value proposition that third-party data frms such as Social Blade, Tubeflter, and Captive8 ofer to the industry is to combine data across platforms and revenue portfolios and package such information as the basis for creators’ sales strategies for securing paying customers. However, their estimates are limited without direct access to creators’ platform application programming interfaces (APIs), which are repositories of more sophisticated measures such as indicators of “engagement.” According to Social Blade, the leading DIY beauty vlogger and queer political activist Ingrid Nilsen makes between $155 and $2,500 a month, $2,000 to $30,000 a year, but none of these data points recognizes her multiyear “glambassadorships” with the likes of Clairol or bareMinerals, which are almost certainly orders of magnitude greater than these fgures. For nearly a decade, Forbes has tracked the highest paid infuencers, creators, and YouTubers via a mix of qualitative and quantitative methods, in partnership with social insight frms, across multiple platform data sources, coupled with economic assessments of endorsements and ofine businesses. In 2011, Forbes generated a list of the top “social Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 7 media infuencers”—primarily social media marketing experts operating on Twitter—derived from an “Identifed Consumer Count” metric developed by a data frm called PeekYou (Shaughnessy 2011). By 2017, Forbes’s list had grown to over one hundred “infuencers” across multiple platforms and content verticals like pets, ftness, and gaming; the list was to be published quarterly (O’Connor 2017). Forbes’s eforts proved unsustainable. Its 2019 list was reduced to the top ten “YouTube Stars,” led by eight-year-old Ryan Kaji of Ryan’s World, with $26 million in revenue, based on “data from Captiv8, SocialBlade, and Pollstar as well as interviews with industry stars” (Berg 2019). Te dramatic changes in method and outcome in these lists refect the difcult conditions under which scholars and students must work to assess the scale and economic value of the industry. Creator advocates have also invested resources seeking to infuence political and policy understanding about the scale and scope of the industry on a (US) state-by-state basis. America’s New Creative Economy is a US-centric analysis of the creator economy funded by the Re:Create Coalition—a creator-focused NGO—prepared by a team of economists. While the lead economist informed us that the report is full of “heroic assumptions” (Shapiro 2018), nonetheless, the report suggests that upward of 10 percent of the US labor force is making some form of revenue by harnessing social media platforms (Shapiro with Aneja 2018). Te second report, published in 2019, revealed sustainable growth of creator income at a rate of more than 17 percent per year and growth to more than $1 billion in the size of this economy (Shapiro with Aneja 2019). (We revisit the Re:Create Coalition in chapter 14.) Comparing and differentiating SME from neighboring industrial formations is a constant challenge, as it morphs rapidly. Its history, as we see it (and as set out in Cunningham and Craig 2019, 37–62), shows three distinct phases. Its frst phase begins centrally with YouTube providing open access to share content and foster community, thus distinguishing itself from digital TV portals. A distinct second phase is marked by the increased competition from second-generation platforms and the rise of multiplatforming. Tese were the “New Tubes” consolidated, acquired, internally launched, and feature-enhanced by the SME majors, Google/ YouTube, Facebook/Instagram, Twitter/Periscope/Vine, Amazon/ Twitch, and Snapchat. In turn, this enhanced platform landscape fos- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 8 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. tered new types of creators (for example, Snappers, Grammers, Viners). We are now in a third phase, arguably marked by the “Adpocalypse” in 2017 and the increased challenges confronting creators as the platforms face a rapidly growing crisis of governance, frst in the European Union, then in other jurisdictions, and now increasingly in the United States. Te 2019 backlash toward child creators was deemed the “second Adpocalypse,” signaling, for some observers, that the “Golden Age of YouTube is over” (Alexander 2020). In our previous work on the subject, we say, “Vital to grasping the signifcance of SME is understanding how social media entertainment platforms operated as both content delivery systems and networked communication technology” (Cunningham and Craig 2019, 32). SME creator culture is being developed and practiced at the intersection of the digital and the social, the interpersonal and the mass, and established and emerging media industries, and studying it means drawing on several disciplinary traditions, as we aim to show in this book. SME is both a content and a communication industry; creators both produce and distribute content and manage communities. Nancy Baym makes clear with respect to the broader phenomenon of new media that they blur boundaries between established communication subdisciplines (interpersonal, group, mass) as well as blurring the linear conception in mass communication media of one-to-many production-reception: One of the most exciting elements of new media is that they allow us to communicate personally within what used to be prohibitively large groups. Tis blurs the boundary between mass and interpersonal communication in ways that disrupt both. When people gather online to talk about a television show they are a mass communication audience, but the communication they have with one another is both interpersonal, directed to individuals within the group, and mass, available for anyone to read. If, as increasingly happens, conversations and materials these fans produce for one another are incorporated into the television show, the boundaries between the production and reception of mass media are blurred as well. (2015, 4) We have distinguished SME from mass-media frameworks and mainstream screen industries in our previous work (Cunningham and Craig Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 9 2019, 8–15). Tere, we stress the diferences between the “born digital,” “network native,” and “mobile friendly” social platforms on which SME operates, on the one hand, and traditional media, on the other. We point to the pro-am status of the SME creator, the new genres and formats invented, the open intellectual property protocols under which it circulates globally, and the centrality of community development and maintenance as the core work in creator culture. From the perspective of the interpersonal (and group) communication subdisciplines, SME can be viewed from the perspective of the perceived elitism of mass media and its “powerful subversion”: “the gatekeeping function of mass media is challenged as individuals use digital media to spread messages much further and more widely than was ever historically possible” (Baym 2015, 11). Just as synchronous personto-person and small-group communication developed early in the internet’s history (Baym 2015, 15), so the video log, or vlog, was, and has continued to be, fundamental to the early commercial internet and to SME. Te centrality of livestreaming to contemporary SME reafrms communication as much as content defnes creator culture. As we outline in the concluding chapter of this book, much scholarship has focused on the downsides of formalization of previously amateur content-production culture on social media platforms. (Chapters 5, 9, and 12 also engage with issues of industry formalization.) Instead, we argue there that SME has developed rapidly and that its current shape and future prospects require greater attention to industrial formalization. As we have just seen, one of the key distinguishing features of SME is the (previously) amateur status of creator culture. Tis has made SME one of the outstanding examples of what Ramon Lobato and Julian Tomas (2015) stress are the innovations that informal media practices have contributed to the institutionalized media industries. A formalizing industry that begins to regulate itself efectively and accepts, where appropriate, the necessity of state regulation is a sign of a maturing industry advancing from its days as the “Wild West” (Mann 2014). As Govil reminds us, one of the key dynamics that inhibit the advance of an industry through appropriate formalization is the degree of acceptance of its bona fdes in popular opinion and by the state. Critical scholarship can support this recognition and thus the sustainability of creator culture. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 10 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig The Chapters to Come The purpose of this book is to provide resources for understanding, studying, and researching creator cultures in the emerging industry of social media entertainment. We have organized the chapters under three broad heuristic domains, or approaches, through which readers can make sense of the formation of creator cultures in this new industry configuration and the theoretical, methodological, cultural, social, textual, policy, and political issues it raises. These approaches—“Frameworks and Methods,” “Genres and Communities,” and “Industries and Governance”—form the part structure of the book. Readers will find that there are inevitable and productive cross-referencing of these approaches within many of the chapters. As we introduce the contributing chapters here, we also suggest many links between and across these domains that will encourage you to explore deeper into the field and “connect the dots.” Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Frameworks and Methods As we have seen, because SME creator culture sits at the intersection of the digital and the social, the interpersonal and the mass, and established and emerging media industries, it has attracted a range of disciplinary approaches and perspectives. In part 1, several frameworks and methods are explored. Chapter 1, by Jean Burgess, introduces platform studies, establishing the importance of platforms to creator culture and giving an overview of the platformization of the web, the consequences for media power, and the sometimes supportive, ofen adversarial, but always political, relations between creators and platforms. It then gives an overview of the feld of platform studies before discussing three distinctive but complementary approaches to researching platforms in general and YouTube in particular. Tese approaches are characterized by critical and qualitative perspectives on issues such as the role of algorithms, computational digital methods using platform APIs, and hybrid methods such as the “app walkthrough.” Te chapter concludes with some guidelines on the way these methods can be combined to help empower creator communities by enhancing and amplifying their knowledge of how platforms work. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 11 Feminist studies of creator culture are featured elsewhere in this volume (chapter 7, by Dufy and Sawey) but are the structural framework through which Zoë Glatt and Sarah Banet-Weiser, in chapter 2, examine the work of feminist YouTube content creators in the context of popular feminist economies of visibility and an interrelated theoretical analytic of “productive ambivalence.” YouTube has been celebrated by many people as a platform that has enabled far more diverse screen representations of race, gender, and sexuality than television and flm media do, as is undoubtedly the case. However, feminist YouTube creators have to navigate what are ofen contradictory pressures in order to gain visibility and earn a living, such as appealing to commercial brands while maintaining their political integrity and cultivating authenticity with their audiences. Te work of feminist content creators on YouTube is complex, and so a reductive explanatory frame is resisted. With the analytic of productive ambivalence, this chapter aims to complicate the dominance of popular feminism online by asking, to what extent are professional YouTube content creators able to present more radical versions of feminism or else pushed to ft into neoliberal brand culture in order to gain visibility and income? In chapter 3, Brent Luvaas discusses the afordances and limitations of autoethnography as a method of social media research. Describing his own experiences as a street style blogger, the chapter introduces the experiential modes of data gathering that autoethnography enables as well as the emotional toll that such methodologies can infict. Autoethnography provides embodied ways of knowing that no other form of social scientifc research can provide. But it also entails afective and existential risk. Becoming what we study is a process not easily undone. And it is one whose ending is not easy to predict. As Luvaas was becoming a blogger, bloggers were becoming something else: social media “infuencers” who leverage their personal brands across platforms. To perpetuate his blog, he had to become an infuencer too, an identity about which he remained deeply ambivalent. Carlos A. Scolari, Damián Fraticelli, and José M. Tomasena, in chapter 4, produce a case study of a SME genre rarely discussed: book reviewers on YouTube (“BookTubers”). Te case study traces the progressive professionalization of Spanish-language BookTubers and their battles with the book industry while at the same time engaging in a mas- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 12 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. ter class on semiotic and discursive analysis in the European tradition. Good examples of discourse analysis of creator production to compare and contrast with this chapter can be found in chapters 2, 7, 9, and 10. Critical media industry studies (CMIS) is a middle-range approach that seeks to account for both structure and agency, power and resistance, in media industries. Using CMIS as a framework, chapter 5, by David Craig, Stuart Cunningham, and Junyi Lv, adopts a creator-centric optic to illustrate the interdependencies among industrial, social, technological and economic, and political vectors in Chinese livestreaming. As a state-protected and surveilled industry, China’s livestreaming has more genres, revenue models, and participation compared with Western formats. Te authors fnd highly advanced e-commerce integration on platforms that have underpinned livestreamers’ economic sustainability. However, this enhanced sustainability has to be placed against the social and political precarity of the ever-present possibility of state action upholding “social morality.” Chapters in this section (and elsewhere) are careful to highlight the range of methods used to research SME and creator culture: document analysis, interviewing, and textual and discourse analysis are commonly used methods, but we also encounter ethnographic, autoethnographic, and computational digital methods as well as hybrid critical and qualitative methods such as the app walkthrough. Genres and Communities Apart from this section’s treatment of major SME genres gameplay, fashion and lifestyle, and toy unboxing, you will find analysis of other genres elsewhere in the book: book reviewing in chapter 4, livestreaming in chapter 5. Comedy, satire and prank formats are discussed in this section in chapters 9 and 10. Hector Postigo’s chapter 6 notes that scholars of media industries and other creative cultures have ofen reported research fndings through the lenses of qualitative data (interviews and participant observation), interpretation, and analysis. Tis chapter describes immersive research methods that Postigo used while studying creative communities on YouTube. But the chapter sits in this section because it also gives us one of the richest—dare we say, most authentic—accounts of the sheer skill, Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 13 commitment, and hard work demanded of creators in the genre of video gameplay commentary (one of the core SME genres). Postigo also says that the chapter yields fndings and methods that are transferable to studying other creator communities. Te chapter explores the concept of “authenticity” as a useful (or not) heuristic for understanding what exactly creative communities, like the one featured in this chapter, are trying to portray as they present themselves and their products to audiences. Chapters 3 and 6 make a compelling duet regarding the power and challenge of ethnographic method. Brooke Erin Dufy and Megan Sawey look at Instagram content creators and their main genre, fashion and lifestyle. Teir chapter 7 shifs the conceptual focus of social media infuence from labor to service. Instagram-based infuencers are beholden to three distinctive groups— audiences, advertisers, and the wider creator community—that exert competing demands on their time, energy, and creative output. Afer exploring how the provision of service to these groups shapes the cultural experiences and valuations of infuencers on Instagram, Dufy and Sawey ultimately locate the power in the hands of the platform itself. It is instructive to compare this account of creator agency with the strongly positive account in chapter 10 and the analytic of “productive ambivalence” advanced in chapter 2. Jarrod Walczer, in chapter 8, studies the way toy unboxing creator communities have survived the ElsaGate scandal and KidPocalypse of 2017 (in which trusted children’s brands were spoofed, satirized, and subverted on YouTube with much panic and scrutiny). To do this, they have had to self-organize and more radically brand themselves as progressive purveyors of quality YouTube-native content for kids. Nevertheless, questions remain as to whether these creator-centric communities are just a second coming of old-style multichannel networks. Tis chapter profles both pocket.watch and Family Video Network, asking whether these new organizations are bent on proftability and mass acquisition or whether they represent a new type of community-management and creator-governance formation. Creators seeking to take greater control over the volatile platform environments they work in through selfgovernance is a theme also taken up in chapter 14. Te creator cultures forming around social media entertainment are thoroughly global, regional, and nationally specifc in extent and diver- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 14 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig sity. Chapter 9, by Sangeet Kumar, Sriram Mohan, and Aswin Punathambekar, insists on a regional frame “beyond the nation” as the primary organizing category for the production and circulation of SME culture. In the peninsular region of South India, there is a well-entrenched Hindi-Urdu circuit of cultural exchange between India and Pakistan on YouTube that has advanced a “regional imaginary,” ofen based on afnities of language, cultural idioms, and social similitude, and has enabled dialogue and cultural exchange across fractious national borders. Mohamed El Marzouki maps the feld of creator culture in the Middle East and North Africa in chapter 10. He begins by outlining social, political, and technological developments that furnished the conditions of possibility for the rise of youth digital media culture across the Arab world, including the deteriorating socioeconomic conditions of youth in light of decades of political authoritarianism and state monopolies on media and cultural institutions. Te chapter examines the political purchase of youth digital media culture in relation to the online and ofine microeconomic processes and monetization schemes that young social media creators engage in to sustain their digital media ventures. Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Industries and Governance In chapter 11, Elaine Jing Zhao exemplifies how a focus on creator culture can illuminate and ground an industrial framework. As the internet opens up pathways to fame and notoriety in an environment of supercharged transformation, wanghong (internet famous) has become arguably even more of a cultural and socioeconomic phenomenon in China than elsewhere and constitutes a rapidly growing part of Chinese social media entertainment. The chapter critically examines wanghong through multiple layers of liminality: between the professional and amateur, between authenticity and performance, between public and private, and between being celebrated and being disciplined. The theme of creator labor is a constant in the book, and you will encounter it in several chapters; the specificity of China is also considered in chapter 5. Chapter 12 is a study of the industrial culture of Chilean advertising as it is changing to accommodate SME creators. Deploying the Bourdieusian notion of cultural feld, Arturo Arriagada argues that creators and advertising agencies work together as dual markets within the industry. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Introduction \| 15 Tese markets can be approached as a feld where actors compete to legitimize their forms of knowledge, expertise, and taste classifcations for the promotion of brands and products. Creators and advertising agencies appear to have a mutually constitutive infuence: while creators challenge the power of advertisers by confguring a type of labor, based on knowledge of platforms and promotion, that validates the online content-creation economy, advertisers must accommodate and learn to respect creator authenticity as the basis for extracting value from their relationships with follower communities. In chapter 13, Jeremy Shtern and Stephanie Hill place social media content creators in a historical frame and under the scrutiny of political economy. Te return to sponsorship as a popular model of funding social media entertainment revives a controversial media monetization practice that previously jeopardized consumer trust in advertising and attracted scrutiny from both the public and regulatory agents from as early as the 1930s. Tis chapter considers sponsored social media content in this historical context, examining how it creates power for advertisers by commodifying social media audiences and analyzing the ways in which media policy and industry regulation currently provide oversight. Te extent to which the viability of creator culture hinges on consumer trust, and how efective government and industry standards act as guarantor, quality assurer, and occasional regulator of trustworthiness, is at issue. Shtern and Hill’s approach to advertising and to regulation can be proftably compared to those in chapters 12 and 14, respectively. Stuart Cunningham and David Craig, in chapter 14, ofer a creatorcentric account of industrial, governance, and rights issues in SME. Social media entertainment is characterized by what appears as a gross power asymmetry between platforms and creators: world-leading and globe-spanning hegemonic organizations, weak intermediary structures, and a “workforce” that is young, globally dispersed, and composed of mostly sole traders. However, this chapter, theoretically framed by a Foucauldian understanding of power as relational and contingent and insights from network economics, suggests a more supple account of power and some progress in collective action and advocacy in the representation of creator rights. Te interests of creators are examined in the “top-down” context of the exercise of platform governance and efforts, by platforms and the state, to improve it. Tose interests are also Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 16 \| Stuart Cunningham and David Craig canvassed from the “bottom up”—how creators and creator advocacy are organizing and acting collectively to improve prospects for creators in this emerging industry. Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. “The World Only Spins Forward” Between delivering this manuscript in 2019 and responding to its review in May 2020, the world tilted on its axis with the global pandemic, COVID-19. The pandemic has killed hundreds of thousands, wreaked economic havoc, and heightened political unrest, leaving our lives quarantined and social practices virtualized. Traditional media industries are both reeling and benefiting from such huge disruption. Live entertainment, theatrical distribution, theme parks, and scripted production are shuttered, while streaming video portals and online video games proliferate as vital services to locked-down populations across the globe. The SME industry has been boosted as audiences crowd online; chapter 5, for example, notes that China’s wanghong industry has become a vital engine for sustaining the growth of China’s digital economy. This book, introducing the emerging field of studies of creator culture in the SME industry, is supremely timely. As creator cultures evolve by responding during and after this crisis, the work we present here analyzes, questions, and contextualizes, while fundamentally registering the importance of, an emerging industry with digital participation and citizenship at its core. To quote from Tony Kushner’s (1995, 290) Angels in America as it anticipates the end of the AIDS crisis, “The world only spins forward. We will be [digital] citizens. 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Weiss, Geof. 2019. “YouTube Hits 2 Billion Monthly Users, as Number of Channels with 1 Million Subscribers Doubled Last Year.” Tubefilter, February 5, 2019. www. tubeflter.com. Youmshajekian, Lori. 2019. “Te $24 Billion Chinese Industry You’ve Never Heard Of.” UNSW Newsroom, June 21, 2019. https://newsroom.unsw.edu.au. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Part I Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Frameworks and Methods Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 1 Platform Studies Jean Burgess Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Why Study Platforms? From the 2010s on, online creators and communities have become increasingly dependent on a relatively small number of digital media platforms (or, in Chinese, ping tai), which are in turn owned by some of the largest companies in the world. The social media entertainment industry (Cunningham and Craig 2019) is coextensive and symbiotic with these proprietary platforms. The biggest players include Google and YouTube (owned by Alphabet), Tencent Video and WeChat (owned by Tencent), iQiyi (controlled by Baidu), Twitter, WhatsApp and Instagram (owned by Facebook), and Facebook itself. They are all part of a commercial digital media ecosystem that is also populated by visual blogging platforms like Tumblr, livestreaming platforms like Twitch, short-video entertainment platforms like TikTok, and a plethora of niche content and crowdfunding platforms like Patreon. No doubt by the time you read this book there will be many new players, and some of the existing ones may well have departed the scene. With regard to technology, this platform-centered situation is a signifcant shif away from the relatively decentralized online ecosystem that characterized the Western digital media of the late 1990s through to the middle of the frst decade of this century, in which a variety of competing social networking services and DIY websites or blogs coexisted on a single, shared platform (the World Wide Web), built in turn on the public internet. Today, the most powerful digital media platforms are far more likely to run on their own, relatively closed quasi-operating systems, which tend to be used not on the open 21 Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 22 \| Jean Burgess web but via proprietary apps on mobile devices. Tis dramatic shif is a consequence of what has been called platformization, defned by Anne Helmond as “the rise of the platform as the dominant infrastructural and economic model of the social web” (2015, 1), a rise that was achieved by extending the reach of and connections between social media platforms and by creating data fows and interfaces with other websites. It is through this process that a handful of companies have been able to diversify their services while concentrating their economic and cultural power over the internet. It is no exaggeration, for example, to say that in much of the world, Facebook has built a proprietary network of applications, data, and advertising that exists parasitically on top of the public internet. Te Chinese platformed digital media environment has developed largely in parallel to and apart from the global internet and has its own distinctive characteristics and modes of governance (Wang and Lobato 2019). But platformization goes beyond the internet and social media— indeed, much of the media and cultural environment now operates under a “platform paradigm” (Burgess 2015). As David Nieborg and Tomas Poell argue, platformization has resulted in “the penetration of economic, governmental, and infrastructural extensions of digital platforms into the web and app ecosystems” (2018, 4276) and hence into other industry sectors that rely on the web, especially the creative and cultural industries. In using the term platform paradigm, I mean not only that platforms like YouTube or Facebook have a lot of power within the information sector and creative content industries but also that their logics—their ways of operating and their systems of value— are more deeply reshaping our society and culture. Here I draw on José van Dijck and Poell’s (2013) idea of “social media logics,” in turn built on David Altheide and Robert Snow’s (1979) concept of “media logic,” defned by van Dijck and Poell as “a set of principles or commonsense rationality cultivated in and by media institutions that penetrates every public domain and dominates its organizing structures” (2013, 3). Van Dijck and Poell identify four principles for social media logics: programmability, popularity, connectivity, and datafcation. While all four of these principles or logics are relevant to content creators, of particular relevance to the rise of platforms is datafication—the extraction and collection of digital traces of cul- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Platform Studies \| 23 tural practices and social interactions so that they can be sorted, aggregated, analyzed, and deployed for strategic purposes. Tese data are exploited and shared, not only internally by single platforms like Facebook and YouTube, but also across a far more extensive ecosystem of social media companies, advertisers, and third-party intermediaries. Metrics based on these data—measures of audience engagement compared across content items, for example— can in turn shape the activities of media organizations and content creators. In the context of news, recent research has explored how mainstream news organizations are transforming in response to the social media metrics on which they increasingly depend, in a process of “institutional isomorphism” (Caplan and boyd 2018). Tis process of institutional isomorphism is leading, among other things, to the new forms of explicitly social-media-centered journalism associated with outlets like BuzzFeed and Junkee (Hurcombe, Burgess, and Harrington 2018). I discuss later in this chapter how creators have played a major role in building the cultures and audiences of platforms, but it is also true that platforms have the power to make or break the careers of creators. Platform logics shape what counts as value (for example, in the form of audience attention or engagement) and how that value is measured (whether by clicks, subscriptions, watch time, or a combination of these). Platforms convert those measurements into semiautomated decisions about which content is pushed to audiences and the extent to which that content can attract advertising revenue. In order to maintain high levels of visibility, creators have to work out how to engage with each platform’s features, policies, audience analytics, and data tools. As well, they must understand how a platform’s various automated and semiautomated protocols for content presentation, curation, and moderation (ofen referred to by creators and commentators as “the algorithm”) afect how likely audiences are to encounter and engage with their work. In Crystal Abidin’s (2016) research with Singaporean infuencers on Instagram, for example, she discusses this work of optimizing for visibility as “visibility labour.” Tese symbiotic, afective, and ofen fraught relationships with platforms, data, and metrics are particularly signifcant for those creators whose activities are centered on a particular platform (for example, those who identify as YouTubers) as well as for those for whom social Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 24 \| Jean Burgess media platforms are a distributed means of audience engagement and community building but who primarily identify according to their own creative practice (for example, as fans, gamers, musical artists, or infuencers). Platforms, then, are powerful cultural shapers, and the workings of platforms are of material concern and intense interest to creators; but their architectures and operations are difcult to observe. Platforms also play a major role in governing the forms of creativity and social interaction that take place through them. Tey set rules about what content and behavior are allowed, even amplifed, and what content and behavior are not allowed or discouraged. Tey enforce and change these rules through a variety of technical and policy measures, for reasons that are not always explained and that do not always seem fair to creators and user communities (Gillespie 2018; Suzor 2019). Meanwhile, creators are busy interpreting, adapting to, and in some cases deliberately subverting and gaming these platform rules and their various mechanisms of enforcement. Te other side of the story is that platforms are also partly built, shaped, and infuenced by creator communities and the various creative practices and social norms they have developed. In fact, many of the features and conventions of social media platforms were collectively created by users and only later implemented by the platform. In YouTube, the vlog format, video replies, and hyperlinking between videos and channels are early examples (see Burgess and Green 2018); for Twitter, it is the hashtag, retweet, and reply feature (Burgess and Baym 2020). As other contributions to this volume show, while we cannot understand the dynamics of labor or content governance in creator cultures without taking platform power into account, creator communities are themselves by necessity very actively engaged in debates, discussions, and peer education about the hidden workings of the platforms on which their cultural practice—and, especially in the case of social media “entertainers,” their livelihoods—depend. Additionally, while the platform paradigm and its accompanying logics are general tendencies, not all platforms are the same. Te designs and features of particular platforms difer in important ways, and so too do the cultures of use (the social norms and creative conventions) that have come to be associated with each of them. We Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Platform Studies \| 25 might think, for example, about Twitter’s distinctive mixture of social chatter, political antagonism, and global news and compare that with the cultures of visual creativity, self-expression, and coded entrepreneurialism that many people would associate with Instagram or the deep integration of professional entertainment, user-generated content, and e- commerce in Chinese video platforms like iQiyi (Wang and Lobato 2019). Tese diferences between platform cultures are the result of the coevolution of particular user populations (with diferent combinations of ages, geographies, and identities), platforms’ business models (their ways of operating and generating revenue), and platforms’ afordances (their features and the practices these features invite). Twitter started as a geeky personal-statusupdate tool built for mobile and evolved into a global platform for news and debate, but its feature set has always focused primarily on text, news, and conversation; Instagram started out as a hip, mobile photography app and became a favored social platform for a diverse and global community of visual communicators. Tis particularity of platforms is why digital media scholars do not usually (or should not) discuss social media culture in general but instead work carefully to closely observe the distinctive cultures and conventions—the “platform vernaculars” (Gibbs et al. 2015)—of Twitter or of Instagram or of YouTube. To study creator cultures in digital media, then, is also inevitably to study how platforms work, how creator communities are shaped by or work with their specifc architectures, interfaces, and afordances, and how these creator communities in turn infuence, negotiate, and resist platform cultures. Focusing particularly on YouTube, the remainder of this chapter provides an overview of platform studies approaches, a detailed discussion of how such approaches can be used to study platformbased creator cultures, and some guidelines on how these methods can be combined to help empower creator communities by enhancing and amplifying their knowledge of how platforms work. Critical and Qualitative Approaches to Platform Studies Platform studies is an umbrella term for holistic approaches to those entities that are understood and represent themselves as digital media Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 26 \| Jean Burgess platforms. Platform studies concern the technologies, interfaces, and affordances, ownership structures, business models, media- and selfrepresentations, and governance of these entities, positioning these elements in a coevolutionary relationship with the platform’s diverse cultures of use (for an extended example applied to Twitter, see Burgess and Baym 2020).1 Of course, even the labeling of entities like YouTube or Facebook or WhatsApp as platforms should be approached critically. As Tarleton Gillespie (2010) has so clearly shown, the power of the concept lies in its multivalence, or multiple meanings. Tat is, platforms are both computational architectures on which features and services (including advertising as well as third-party apps) can be built and discursive spaces for cultural expression and audience engagement. Exploiting these multiple meanings, the companies that own the platforms are able to appeal simultaneously to multiple sets of stakeholders, even those whose interests are not aligned—ofering value to advertisers, entertainment to audiences, and infrastructures and audiences to creators, while representing themselves to regulators as neutral intermediaries—as technology companies rather than media publishers (Napoli and Caplan 2017). Tese contradictory discursive appeals to diverse stakeholders reveal the struggles between competing interests within platform companies and user cultures—struggles in which the most actively involved creators are both literate and highly invested. Tere is also a growing number of book-length scholarly works that take particular platforms as their objects of analysis and take quite a holistic approach. Te Polity Press series Digital Media and Society is the source of several rich examples, including Instagram (Leaver, Highfeld, and Abidin 2019), Twitter (Murthy 2018), and my own book on YouTube (Burgess and Green 2009, 2018). In the study that led to that latter book, Joshua Green and I brought together media discourse analysis, document analysis of the YouTube company and platform itself, and an empirical exercise that, with the aid of a basic web scraper, collected thousands of videos and used them to explore the results and shaping efect of YouTube’s metrics of popularity. Using this video corpus as a base, we were able to use YouTuber video testimony to investigate how creators were engaging in debate and activism with respect to the platform’s emerging cultural economy. We could already see how creators Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Platform Studies \| 27 were inventing new genres (from YouTube Poop to reaction videos), debating future directions (like YouTube’s partner program and deals with mainstream media), and contesting norms (whether to fan fame wars or to promote a more supportive participatory culture on the platform). In short, we saw how they, alongside the developing businesses of online video and internet advertising, were shaping and contesting YouTube’s distinctive creator cultures and user conventions—its platform vernaculars (Gibbs et al. 2015). Given the increased role of automation and data-driven systems in platform operations as well as advertising and their role in defning and extracting value, platform studies also increasingly incorporates various critical approaches to platform protocols and algorithms. Karin van Es’s theoretically driven forensic examination of the category of the “view” in the YouTube attention economy establishes that, “although content on YouTube is measured in various ways (through clicks and other forms of engagement), it is monetized through views” (2020, 234). Although “the view interconnects YouTube, advertisers, creators, and MCNs,” van Es argues, “it is YouTube that decides how to count views and which content to monetize”: “advertisers, creators, and MCNs have rather limited means to hold YouTube accountable for its procedures” (234–235). Van Es concludes that the view “helps to legitimize hierarchies on the YouTube platform,” and “these hierarchies concern, and impact, participation, fnancial compensation, visibility, and popularity” (235). Sophie Bishop (2018) has drawn on Taina Bucher (2017) and others to critically examine YouTube’s algorithms and their impact on creators (in this case, infuencers). Bishop very usefully outlines the two, intertwined approaches necessary to understand this aspect of how platforms shape culture: frst, “what algorithms are doing” and, second, “what content creators think an algorithm is doing, that is to say, how YouTubers believe the YouTube recommendation algorithm operates,” and thereby “how perceptions of its value systems are consciously or unconsciously incorporated into vlogging practices” (2018, 73). Bishop (2018) examines YouTube’s algorithmic logics of visibility, arguing that the platform works actively to make the vast proportion of its diverse content less visible. Connecting this approach with creator experiences, Bishop (2019) has also explored how vernacular understandings and public discourses about the YouTube algorithm, which she calls “algorithmic gossip,” work Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 28 \| Jean Burgess to shape individual creator “self-optimizing” practices and collective creator culture. As Bishop’s work shows, incorporating creator knowledges and experiences into platform studies is important, because their practices are visible and can be highly infuential, not only over other users but also over the platforms themselves. Bucher provides a concrete example of this in her study of the YouTube Reply Girls, “a group of young women who rose to a brief moment of YouTube fame in 2012 for using their cleavage-baring bodies as thumbnails to drive trafc” (2018, 127). Tis technique worked for a brief period of YouTube’s history, when one of the platform’s features was the ability to create video responses, thumbnails of which would appear on the website in the right-hand column, alongside the original video. While video replies originated as a social networking and fan practice, YouTube’s display algorithms would prioritize the more popular replies in the “related” or “recommended” videos section, incentivizing users to draw as many clicks to their video replies as possible. As Bucher explains, “the Reply Girls had found a way of exploiting the recommendation algorithm by employing various engine optimization tactics to drive trafc to their videos” (128): by displaying cleavage in the thumbnail (or “cover” image) for their videos and posting them as replies. Understandably, the videos attracted not only large numbers of clicks but also “massive down-votes by frustrated users who felt deceived or irritated by the proliferating cleavage-baring images popping up in the related feed” (128)—but the algorithm computed these down votes not as dislike but simply as “engagement” and promoted them even more. Te Reply Girls’ practices, intended to game the algorithm by feeding it what it seemed to want (clicks and views), may have played an important role in changing it: in 2012, YouTube announced it was changing its focus from clicks and view counts to maximizing for “watch time” and repeated viewing (Bucher 2018, 129). For Bucher, this case demonstrates the complex, dynamic, and multisided nature of power in algorithmic platforms: If one side of the story entails content creators having to monitor the systems while feeling like a “slave to the algorithm,” as the YouTuber Taryn Southern suggests, the fipside is that platform providers have to be alert as well. Power and resistance are part of the same operation, and Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Platform Studies \| 29 the question is, How and with what efects are they exercised by diferent actors in the algorithmic assemblage? (Bucher 2018, 139–140). As these examples show, in incorporating an understanding of creator activities, perspectives, and voices, interviews are very useful, but equally useful is public discussion about platform-specifc controversies (like the algorithm changes that Bucher discusses), which can ofen be found in the technology press or indeed in content posted by creators around particular events and controversies occurring on the platform. Direct-to-video testimony by YouTubers and other content creators is a rich source of insider perspectives and contested community norms around content standards and commercial dimensions of life as a YouTuber. Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Computational Digital Methods Using Platform APIs Since the later part of the first decade of this century, researchers in a range of disciplines have had increasing access to public social media data and to ever-more-powerful computational methods and tools that can be used to analyze and visualize these data. These methods and tools make it possible to track large-scale patterns of platform use. For example, tracking the frequency of tweets over time on a particular hashtag can help us understand the intensity of public conversation on a topic; mapping the networks of links between Facebook pages can assist researchers in observing the emergence and clustering of political interest groups. Within critical media and communication studies, such approaches go beyond scientific observation: rather, they deliberately and reflexively use platforms’ own affordances and tools—that is, the “methods of the medium” (Rogers 2013)—to critically investigate and generate public oversight of their operations and societal influence. It is no surprise that people wanting to study platform cultures have turned to computational digital methods, because platforms are very large and complex and because they are internally ordered and structured, making large-scale data collection and analysis feasible. Tis makes it far easier to observe patterns across millions of tweets or YouTube videos than it was in earlier periods of web history, when simi- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 30 \| Jean Burgess lar approaches required researchers to scrape and analyze thousands of individual web pages, each with its own unique structure and design. Advances in sofware tools and the availability of training to use them have also made these methods accessible to humanities and social science scholars, and increasingly digital methods have become embedded and normalized in doctoral programs and even undergraduate courses. A key afordance of platforms for research purposes has been their application programming interfaces (APIs)—encoded protocols that instruct one sofware application about how and within what limits it can access data from another. In our case, a sofware program that wants to extract metadata about YouTube channels or videos can do so—and be reasonably confdent of complying with YouTube’s terms of service—by connecting directly to YouTube’s databases using one of the YouTube APIs. It is important to note here that while public APIs have been used extensively by researchers, they have been traditionally provided by platforms for commercial rather than public purposes. In the Web 2.0 era of the early to middle part of the frst decade of this century, APIs were ofered by social networking sites and user-created content platforms as a way to attract third-party tech developers to build additional features or external enhancements for the original websites, thereby improving the product and growing the audience overall. In doing digital methods, which requires deploying the “methods of the medium” in a critical way, it is very important to appreciate how the structures and strategies of platforms can shape the questions and methods that can be used to investigate them. Te choice of which kinds of information are encoded as data, the way that platform data is structured, and the rules attached to data access to public APIs both enable and inevitably infuence empirical research questions and analytical techniques—that is, diferent platforms not only have diferent afordances for creators and users but have diferent research afordances as well. Te Twitter APIs enable extensive research into time-series analyses of public discourse on a particular topic because they provide precise time stamps for each tweet and because they contain textual data that can easily be mined for hashtags. It is also common in Twitter research to map topical conversation networks because they provide data points relating to the identities of original posters, mentioned users, and replying users, with the tweet itself the unit of analysis. Te YouTube APIs Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Platform Studies \| 31 enable research into the comparative popularity of videos and creators because they provide view and interaction counts on videos and subscriber counts on channels. Usable tools built on the Google-provided YouTube APIs, such as Bernhard Rieder’s (2015) YouTube Data Tools (YTDT), have made it relatively straightforward for nontechnical researchers to access and analysis metadata that can be used to observe and investigate YouTube as a cultural system. However, the real added value for studying creator cultures comes from interpreting these data with the aid of situated, critical knowledge about creator and audience practices in the context of specifc genres, communities, or issues. YouTube’s “ranking cultures” were studied by Bernhard Rieder, Ariadna Matamoros-Fernández, and Òscar Coromina (2018) using a large-scale computational analysis of which videos related to particular topics were ranked as most relevant by the YouTube search algorithm, combined with a qualitative analysis of the video content. Tey found that diferent topics exhibited very diferent patterns of video ranking trends (or “morphologies”), with some controversial topics looking more “newsy” and unstable with regard to which videos and creators ranked most highly and others looking more stable, with predictable actors ranking at the top. Te authors conclude that “YouTube’s search function is highly reactive to attention cycles” but that “YouTube-native” content and creators appear to successfully negotiate these attention cycles, with “the overall presence of ofen (far) right leaning YouTube personalities” indicating that the platform “arranges search ranking in a way that allows highly active ‘niche entrepreneurs’ to gain exceptional levels of visibility” by “feeding on controversy and loyal audiences.” Trough a combination of digital methods and literacy in YouTube’s platform vernaculars, the authors were able to “get a glimpse at complex ranking cultures that reward platform-specifc strategies and audience activation through strongly opinionated expression” (Rieder, Matamoros-Fernández, and Coromina 2018, 64). In another study, Dhiraj Murthy and Sanjay Sharma combined “social network analysis, qualitative coding, and thick data descriptive methods” to interpret comments posted on a small corpus of videos associated with the provocative music group Das Racist (2019, 191). Contrary to commonsense understandings of YouTube, in which “comments are ofen perceived as individual, random insults or only generalized ex- Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 32 \| Jean Burgess pressions of ‘hate,’” the study was able to discover that “racialized expressions also involved networked interactions” in which “hostile ideas” were “passed through multiple parts of the comment network,” both across diferent videos’ comment spaces and within the comment spaces of a single video (191). Te authors’ fndings would not have been possible either through the use of network analysis or through a close reading of a sample of comments alone; both were needed. Digital-methods-enabled research has established shared approaches and methods, largely due to the shared reliance on platform APIs and the internal data structures of the social media platforms in question (as discussed earlier with regard to Twitter conversation networks and time-series analyses, for example). Tis has created some orthodox approaches and a common vocabulary, but it also entails an increasingly problematic dependency on free access to data provided by the same large proprietary platforms that we are attempting to study critically. For example, the new “computational legal studies” approaches developed by Nicolas Suzor and colleagues (2020) use Google/YouTube’s and Twitter’s own APIs to collect data on and observe the patterns in platforms’ content moderation and their public justifcations for these decisions— one of the most politically sensitive areas of platform governance and one that is very difcult to get data on in any other way. At the time of writing in 2020, the future of data-driven digital methods is far from certain. From the mid-2010s onward, the trend for corporate digital media platforms has been toward a far less open, more centralized approach to innovation, alongside the growth of user data markets—which has made the provision of open data access less appealing to platforms. At the same time, platforms are under increasing scrutiny both because of the cultural power they have and their role in extreme speech and the rise of Far Right subcultures and because of growing concern around the exploitation of user data for commercial ends without regard to privacy. As a result of these combined historical trajectories, platform companies have gradually been restricting access to their APIs or shuttering them altogether. Tese developments have had a negative impact on creative methods and tools development and, as we have argued elsewhere (Bruns et al. 2018), threaten public oversight of platforms at the very moment when societal concern about their reach and potentially harmful consequences is the highest it has ever been. Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Platform Studies \| 33 Since the operations of platforms are becoming such an acute issue of concern for creators, as well as a key site of public discourse and controversy, eforts to understand and maintain public oversight of platform protocols and algorithms are more important than ever. To forge ahead with platform studies, then, researchers will need to fnd ways of combining the systematic observation of platforms’ activities with insights into the experiences and vernacular expertise of creators, ideally delivering value back to creator communities by sharing knowledge and analytical tools. But given the progressive lockdowns and lockouts afecting data-driven digital methods, scholars will need to get creative and to deploy forensic investigative approaches that do not always depend on platform-provided data access via APIs. Te future of platform studies is hybrid digital methods. Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Hybrid Digital Methods Hybrid digital methods still use the “methods of the medium” to study platforms and their cultures of use, but they blur the boundaries between so-called quantitative and qualitative methods, use both computational and manual techniques for gathering and analyzing data and other materials, and do not necessarily rely on platform APIs. These hybrid methods are needed in order to follow the theoretical framework for the study of platforms that I established earlier in this chapter—that is, that platforms gain their distinctive characters, and change over time, through the coevolution of technologies, business models, and cultures of use (in terms of the focus of the present volume, this means creator cultures). It is therefore necessary that these different aspects be studied together and with regard to the relations among them and not separately. An example of a hybrid digital method is the app walkthrough (Light, Burgess, and Duguay 2018). Te app walkthrough allows researchers to systematically and forensically step through a platform or app interface, enabling the close observation of symbolic appeals to users, design logics, and traces of data fows, against the background of the platform’s ownership structures and business model. Te method can be very useful both for coming to grips with the particularities of a platform and for situating it in social, political, and economic contexts. For example, in Wang and Lobato’s (2019) discussion of how Chinese video-sharing Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 34 \| Jean Burgess services throw into question some of the assumptions of Western platform studies, they used the app walkthrough method to examine the iQiyi interface, identifying and drawing out key distinctive elements of the platform for further critical discussion. Tey highlight that, contra many themes in Western critical platform studies, iQiyi does not demonstrate a trend to algorithmic personalization at an individual level and instead favors a busy aesthetic, presenting a plethora of content to users. Tis analysis leads the authors to observe that “iQiyi seeks to integrate its diverse audience into a common, shared, stable online television experience—in which all viewers are ofered the same news, current afairs and celebrity gossip—and to didactically guide viewers towards useful content” (Wang and Lobato 2019, 365). Tey point to an overarching cultural logic of paternalism rather than the more familiar (to Western observers) logic of individual cultural taste. Te authors conclude that “the structural integration between new and old media takes a visible form in iQiyi’s interface, which rejects the Silicon Valley model of algorithmic curation in favor of a newspaper and broadcast-like organizational structure,” providing “an important counterpoint to dominant strands of media theory in which platforms are associated with fragmentation, personalization, and individualization” (367). Tis insight is only made possible through the combination of media industry and interface analysis and requires close forensic investigations of the platform interface. Te app walkthrough can also be conducted in a qualitative social research setting, working with app users or, in the case of studying creator culture, with creators such as YouTubers or Instagram infuencers. Such approaches have been discussed and modeled in depth in the study of Facebook users by Brady Robards and Siân Lincoln (2017), as well as in the context of dating-app users by Kristian Møller Jørgensen’s (2016) “media go-along” method, which uses co-observation of users with mobile in hand as part of ethnographic work. In both cases, close attention is paid to the app’s features and afordances at the same time as research participants are encouraged to refect on their own practices and in particular the way those practices and the app or platform itself have changed together over time. In Twitter—A Biography (2020), Nancy Baym and I undertook such a project. We used a hybrid method called the “platform biography” to tell the story of how Twitter’s interface, business model, and architecture Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. Platform Studies \| 35 both shaped and was shaped by its user cultures. We gathered existing scholarly research on early Twitter’s features and users, and we mined tech-industry materials, Twitter’s ofcial blog, and hundreds of mainstream news articles about Twitter. We drew on popular company histories of Twitter, such as the journalist Nick Bilton’s book Hatching Twitter. We relied heavily on the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine to uncover earlier iterations of the Twitter website’s interface and terms of service, as well as the many still-live blogs where early Twitter users discussed its culture, conventions, and norms in the early years. Most importantly, we undertook oral-history interviews with a small group of Twitter users, combining semistructured conversations with “scrollbacks” (Robards and Lincoln 2017) through their own archives. Trough this combination of methods, we discovered that Twitter’s distinctive platform culture and the struggles over that culture’s direction were intimately connected to its core features: the @ (reply or mention), the # (hashtag), and the RT (retweet). When we drew all these data sources together, we saw the dynamic and ofen fraught interplay among stakeholders and sociotechnical actors, working together to incrementally shape Twitter’s culture and to recast its possible futures. Our study showed that ideological struggles over whether the platform should be for socializing or for news have shaped the internal and external struggles over Twitter’s social purpose and transformed its technical architecture, in turn transforming it into a platform that prioritizes debate and news over intimacy and fun. Conclusion One of the biggest challenges for researchers who want to understand the platformed media environment is also one of the biggest challenges for creators who rely on those platforms to make a living: platforms are by design relatively closed systems whose interfaces and user experiences are personalized to individual users, so it is difficult to achieve a shared or collective understanding of how they are operating and in whose interests. As some of the examples in this chapter have shown, artful combinations of critical interface analysis and ethnographic work can help to build a more holistic picture of platform culture and histories. There is much more yet-to-be-realized potential for hybrid methods— particularly the combination of ethnographic, creator- centered Creator Culture : An Introduction to Global Social Media Entertainment, edited by Stuart Cunningham, and David Craig, New 36 \| Jean Burgess approaches with critical and computational digital methods—for example, conducting walkthroughs alongside creators to explore their metrics dashboards or using data visualizations of YouTube channel networks or patterns in video recommendations as prompts in interviews. The benefits to both researchers and creator communities could be significant: participatory, co-research approaches can empower creators with data about platform-wide trends and additional opportunities to engage in debates about platform logics and the broader political economy of digital media; at the same time, researchers have much to gain from being able to access the particular forms of insider knowledge about platform operations and logics that creators accumulate and share over time through their platformed labor, creative experimentation, and community-building activities. Note 1. In the context of videogames, there is a parallel discussion around the establishment of a specifc subfeld called “platform studies,” which has been accompanied by complex intradisciplinary debates (for details, see Apperley and Parikka 2018). Copyright © 2021. New York University Press. All rights reserved. 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1010	dbpedia	2	91	https://www.biocon.com/biocon-biologics-completes-acquisition-of-viatris-global-biosimilars-business/	en	Biocon Biologics Completes Acquisition of Viatris’ Global Biosimilars Business	https://www.biocon.com/w…con-01-50x50.png	https://www.biocon.com/w…con-01-50x50.png	[ "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Biocon-Logo-Main.png", "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Biocon-Logo-Main.png", "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/downloadicon-01-50x50.png", "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5339b2f11632a5fa89fddcadf057050a?s=174&d=blank&...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "BIOCON" ]	2022-11-29T13:04:30+00:00	Creates a unique, fully integrated, leading global biosimilars enterprise with eight commercialized products	en	https://www.biocon.com/w…0/05/favicon.svg	Biocon	https://www.biocon.com/biocon-biologics-completes-acquisition-of-viatris-global-biosimilars-business/	Bengaluru, India, November 29, 2022 – Biocon Biologics Ltd., a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd. (BSE code: 532523, NSE: BIOCON), announced today that it has successfully completed its multi-billion-dollar (USD) acquisition of the global biosimilars business of its partner Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS). Biocon Biologics and Viatris have obtained all applicable approvals from key global regulators including the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, the Competition Commission of India and the Reserve Bank of India, and its investors. Effective from the date of closing, Biocon Biologics will recognize the combined revenue and associated profits from the acquired products, a step-up from the existing profit share arrangement. Strategic Rationale The acquisition provides Biocon Biologics with direct commercial capabilities and supporting infrastructure in the advanced markets and several emerging markets, bringing it closer to patients, customers, and payors. The integration of Viatris’ acquired global biosimilars business and Biocon Biologics’ existing capabilities in research and development, global scale manufacturing and commercialization in several emerging markets positions Biocon Biologics as a unique, fully integrated, leading global biosimilars player that is well placed to provide equitable access to high quality, lifesaving biosimilar medicines to patients across the globe. With this acquisition Biocon Biologics emerges as a world leading biosimilars player with eight commercialized products. With the closing of the deal, Biocon Biologics has full ownership of its collaboration assets, bTrastuzumab, bPegfilgrastim, bBevacizumab, bGlargine, bAspart, bPertuzumab and bGlargine 300U, as well as Viatris’ rights for the in-licensed immunology products of bAdalimumab and bEtanercept. Biocon Biologics has also acquired Viatris’ rights for bAflibercept, which is used to treat several ophthalmology conditions. Viatris has been the ‘first to file’ bAflibercept in the U.S. Biocon Biologics has a unique portfolio of 20 biosimilar assets, including insulins and monoclonal antibodies spanning therapy areas such as diabetes, oncology, immunology and ophthalmology. With one of the broadest and deepest biosimilar portfolios in the industry, Biocon Biologics can make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives and deliver significant savings to healthcare systems around the world. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon Biologics, said: “The completion of the acquisition of Viatris’ global biosimilars business is a historic inflection point in Biocon Biologics’ journey of becoming a world leading, fully integrated biosimilars enterprise, committed to serve patients’ needs for affordable access to essential biomedicines. It will fast-track our direct entry into several advanced and emerging markets. This acquisition builds on our decade-long partnership and will enable us to realize our vision of addressing global health inequities. I believe this move will strengthen our value proposition to deliver long-term value to Biocon and Biocon Biologics shareholders.” “To ensure seamless continuity of services to patients and customers, Viatris will continue to work with our teams for a transition period of up to two years. I would like to thank the teams at both Biocon Biologics and Viatris that have worked together to address regulatory and statutory requirements to enable deal closure,” she added. Robert J. Coury, Viatris’ Executive Chairman, said: “I am extremely pleased to have reached this monumental moment for Biocon Biologics. As a significant shareholder in Biocon Biologics, we are committed to ensuring the long-term success of the company and maximizing the value of what we are building together – a new world-class, fully integrated biosimilars leader.” The acquisition of Viatris’ global biosimilars business is unique as it cements the long- standing strategic partnership between the two companies, who have been successfully collaborating for more than a decade. As a unique, fully integrated organization driven by a common purpose, Biocon Biologics aspires to expand access and enhance the quality of experience of customers, partners and patients. Funding of the Transaction As a part of completing the transaction, Biocon Biologics has issued Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) in the Company valued at USD 1 billion, equivalent to an equity stake of at least 12.9% on a fully diluted basis, and made an upfront cash payment of USD 2 billion to Viatris. To fund the upfront payment, Biocon Biologics has secured USD 1.2 billion of Sustainability Linked Loan (SLL). The balance has been funded through an equity infusion of USD 650 million by Biocon Limited and USD 150 million by Serum Institute Life Sciences (SILS). Biocon Limited’s funding comprises USD 230 million from existing reserves and USD 420 million through mezzanine financing. Biocon is in the process of securing investments to retire the mezzanine financing, post deal closure. Post conclusion of the Viatris and Serum transactions, Biocon Limited’s stake in Biocon Biologics will be 68%. Sustainability Linked Loan Under the SLL, Biocon Biologics has committed to achieve progress on important sustainability linked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to (i) Improving biosimilars access, (ii) Enhancing diversity and inclusion in the workforce; (iii) Increasing the use of green power; and (iv) Reduction in fresh water consumption. This is the largest SLL linked loan among pharmaceutical and biomanufacturing companies in the Asia-Pacific region, reaffirming Biocon Group’s commitment to ensure sustainable performance across the operational, financial, environmental, social and governance facets of its businesses. Ensuring Smooth Transition To ensure seamless business continuity and allow for a gradual integration of people and business activities, Viatris will provide commercial and other transition services to Biocon Biologics for up to two years. The two companies have also put in place Governance Committees and an Integration Management Office to ensure smooth execution and integration during the transition period. Rajiv Malik, President of Viatris, has joined the Board of Directors of Biocon Biologics Ltd, effective Nov 29, 2022. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw will continue as the Executive Chairperson of Biocon Biologics Ltd. About Biocon Biologics Limited: Biocon Biologics Ltd. (BBL), a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd., is a unique, fully integrated, global biosimilars company committed to transforming healthcare and transforming lives by enabling affordable access to affordable biologics for millions of patients worldwide. It is leveraging cutting-edge science, innovative tech platforms, global scale manufacturing capabilities and world class quality systems to lower costs of biological therapeutics while improving healthcare outcomes. BBL has acquired the global biosimilars business of its long-standing partner Viatris, which is a historic milestone in its value creation journey. Biocon Biologics has commercialized eight biosimilars in key emerging markets and advanced markets like U.S., EU, Australia, Canada, Japan. The Company has a pipeline of 20 biosimilar assets across diabetology, oncology, immunology, and other non-communicable diseases. It has many ‘firsts’ to its credit in the biosimilars industry. It has also signed a strategic alliance with Serum Institute Life Sciences for vaccines (subject to certain closing conditions) to address the inequitable access to lifesaving vaccines. As part of its environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitment, BBL is advancing the health of patients, people and the planet to achieve key UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Website: www.bioconbiologics.com; Follow us on Twitter: @BioconBiologics for company updates. About Biocon Limited: Biocon Limited, publicly listed in 2004, (BSE code: 532523, NSE Id: BIOCON, ISIN Id: INE376G01013) is an innovation-led global biopharmaceuticals company committed to enhance affordable access to complex therapies for chronic conditions like diabetes, cancer and autoimmune. It has developed and commercialized novel biologics, biosimilars, and complex small molecule APIs in India and several key global markets as well as Generic Formulations in the U.S. and Europe. It also has a pipeline of promising novel assets in immunotherapy under development. Biocon’s biosimilars business is through its subsidiary, Biocon Biologics Ltd. Website: www.biocon.com; Follow-us on Twitter: @bioconlimited for company updates.
1010	dbpedia	2	29	https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Wagner_(basketball)	en	Franz Wagner (basketball)	https://upload.wikimedia…%E2%80%93138.jpg	https://upload.wikimedia…%E2%80%93138.jpg	[ "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/icons/wikipedia.png", "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/mobile/copyright/wikipedia-wordmark-en.svg", "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/images/mobile/copyright/wikipedia-tagline-en.svg", "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0a/2023-08-09_Deutschla...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Contributors to Wikimedia projects" ]	2019-05-13T22:14:00+00:00		en	/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png		https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Wagner_(basketball)	German basketball player (born 2001) Franz Jacob Wagner (born 27 August 2001) is a German professional basketball player for the Orlando Magic of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines. Wagner, a native of Berlin, started his career with Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) club Alba Berlin. In 2019, he was named BBL Best German Young Player. Wagner has played for the German youth national teams, winning a gold medal at the 2018 Albert Schweitzer Tournament. His older brother Moritz Wagner, a former Michigan standout, also plays for the Orlando Magic. Recruiting [edit] Wagner was considered a four-star recruit by 247Sports and Rivals.[1][2] Among the NCAA Division I programs that recruited him were Butler, Michigan, and Stanford.[3] On July 6, 2019, Wagner committed to play college basketball for Michigan under head coach Juwan Howard.[4] In doing so, he turned down an opportunity to sign a professional contract with Alba Berlin.[5] US college sports recruiting information for high school athletes Name Hometown High school / college Height Weight Commit date Franz Wagner SF Berlin, Germany Alba Berlin 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 190 lb (86 kg) Jul 6, 2019 Recruiting star ratings: Rivals: 247Sports: Overall recruiting rankings: 247Sports: 43 Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight. In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Sources: "Michigan 2019 Basketball Commitments". Rivals.com . "2019 Michigan Wolverines Recruiting Class". ESPN.com . "2019 Team Ranking". Rivals.com . College career [edit] On October 21, 2019, Wagner fractured his right wrist and was expected to miss four to six weeks.[6] He made his season debut for the Wolverines on November 27, 2019, and finished the game with six points, three rebounds, and one block in 23 minutes in an 83–76 victory over Iowa State in the quarterfinals of the Battle 4 Atlantis.[7][8] On December 6, Wagner posted a career-high 18 points in a 103–91 victory over Iowa in its Big Ten Conference season opener, as Michigan had six double-digit scorers, including all five starters.[9][10] On March 1, 2020, Wagner posted 18 points and 10 rebounds for his first career double-double in a 63–77 loss to Ohio State.[11][12] Following the regular season, he was named to the 2020 Big Ten All-Freshman team.[13][14] During his sophomore season, Wagner posted 14 double-figure games and four 20+ point games, he averaged 13.0 points per game with 6.3 rebounds, a team-high 30 steals and a second-best 23 blocks. Following the season he was named second-team All-Big Ten by the coaches and third-team by the media.[15][16][17] On May 4, 2021, he declared for the 2021 NBA draft forgoing his remaining college eligibility.[18] Professional career [edit] Alba Berlin (2017–2019) [edit] In the 2018–19 season, Wagner played on a dual contract for both Alba Berlin in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL), top German league, and SSV Lokomotive Bernau in the third-tier ProB league. In May 2019, he won the BBL Best Young Player Award.[19] In Game 2 of the BBL Finals against Bayern Munich, Wagner scored a team-high 14 points, making all six of his shots.[20] By the end of the season, he was averaging 4.6 points in 12.4 minutes per game in the BBL and played limited minutes in the EuroCup.[21] Orlando Magic (2021–present) [edit] Wagner was selected with the eighth pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the Orlando Magic.[22] He and fellow lottery pick Jalen Suggs signed with the Magic on August 3.[23] Wagner posted his first NBA double-double with a career-high 11 rebounds and 14 points as well as 6 assists on December 18 against the Brooklyn Nets.[24] On December 27, 2021, Wagner put up a career-high 38 points in a 127–110 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.[25] Wagner was named the NBA Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for games played in December.[26] Wagner's second NBA double-double occurred on January 12, 2022, against the Washington Wizards when he upped his career-high assist plateau from 6 to 10 and added 14 points.[27] This marked the first time a Magic rookie forward had ever posted 10 or more assists in a game.[28][non-primary source needed] Following the 2021–22 NBA season he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.[29] On November 5, 2022, Wagner scored a season-high 31 points and recorded six assists in a 126–123 overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings.[30] On December 29, he was suspended by the NBA for one game without pay due to coming off the bench during an altercation in a game against the Detroit Pistons the day before.[31] Wagner finished his sophomore season averaging 18.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game.[32] On April 27, 2024, Wagner recorded 34 points on 13-of-17 shooting, along with 13 rebounds to lift the Magic to a 112–89 victory in Game 4 as Orlando tied their First Round series with the Cleveland Cavaliers 2–2.[33] On July 6, 2024, the Magic signed Wagner to a contract extension.[34] National team career [edit] Wagner played for Germany at the 2017 FIBA U16 European Championship in Podgorica, Montenegro. In five games, he averaged 7.4 points per game as his team finished in 13th place.[35] In 2018, Wagner averaged six points per game and helped Germany win the gold medal at the Albert Schweitzer Tournament, an under-18 competition in Mannheim, Germany.[36] In the 2019 FIBA U18 European Championship in Volos, Greece, he averaged 13 points and 4.8 rebounds per game, leading his team to 11th place. He missed one game with a back injury.[37] In EuroBasket 2022, he averaged 16.1 points and 4 rebounds per game, beating Poland in his home city of Berlin to take home bronze for Germany.[38] In 2023, Wagner became world champion, winning gold at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup with the German national team. It was the first time that Germany won this event. In recognition of his individual play, Wagner was named to the All-FIBA World Cup Second Team.[39] At the 2024 Olympics, after going unbeaten in Group B and winning over Greece in the quarterfinals, Germany lost to France, 69–73, in the semifinals. In the bronze medal game, Germany lost to Serbia 83–93. Wagner averaged 18.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.0 steals in 6 games played. For his play, he was named named to the tournament's All-Second Team.[40] Honours [edit] BBL Best Young Player Award: 2018–19[41] NBA All-Rookie First Team: 2021[42] All-FIBA World Cup Second Team: 2023[43] Career statistics [edit] Legend GP Games played GS Games started MPG Minutes per game FG% Field goal percentage 3P% 3-point field goal percentage FT% Free throw percentage RPG Rebounds per game APG Assists per game SPG Steals per game BPG Blocks per game PPG Points per game Bold Career high NBA [edit] Regular season [edit] Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG 2021–22 Orlando 79 79 30.7 .468 .354 .863 4.5 2.9 .9 .4 15.2 2022–23 Orlando 80 80 32.6 .485 .361 .842 4.1 3.5 1.0 .2 18.6 2023–24 Orlando 72 72 32.5 .482 .281 .850 5.3 3.7 1.1 .4 19.7 Career 231 231 31.9 .479 .332 .850 4.6 3.4 1.0 .3 17.8 Playoffs [edit] Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG 2024 Orlando 7 7 37.1 .408 .265 .886 6.9 4.4 .7 1.3 18.9 Career 7 7 37.1 .408 .265 .886 6.9 4.4 .7 1.3 18.9 College [edit] Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG 2019–20 Michigan 27 27 30.8 .452 .311 .833 5.6 1.0 1.3 .6 11.6 2020–21 Michigan 28 28 31.7 .477 .343 .835 6.5 3.0 1.3 1.0 12.5 Career 55 55 31.2 .465 .325 .835 6.1 2.0 1.3 .8 12.0 Personal life [edit] Wagner is the younger brother of National Basketball Association (NBA) player Moritz Wagner, his teammate on the Orlando Magic.[5] Moritz played three seasons of college basketball for Michigan and was a first-round pick in the 2018 NBA draft.[44] References [edit]
1010	dbpedia	1	85	https://dokumen.pub/journalism-1st-edition-150151038x-9781501510380-9781501500084-1501500082-1501500104-9781501500107.html	en	Journalism [1st Edition] 150151038X, 9781501510380, 9781501500084, 1501500082, 1501500104, 9781501500107	https://dokumen.pub/img/…781501500107.jpg	https://dokumen.pub/img/…781501500107.jpg	[ "https://dokumen.pub/dokumenpub/assets/img/dokumenpub_logo.png", "https://dokumen.pub/img/200x200/journalism-9781501500084-9781501510380-a-6165351.jpg", "https://dokumen.pub/img/200x200/journalism-9781501500084-9781501510380.jpg", "https://dokumen.pub/img/200x200/the-data-journalism-handbook-towards-a-critica...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	This volume sets out the state-of-the-art in the discipline of journalism at a time in which the practice and profession...	en	https://dokumen.pub/doku…e-icon-57x57.png	dokumen.pub	https://dokumen.pub/journalism-1st-edition-150151038x-9781501510380-9781501500084-1501500082-1501500104-9781501500107.html	Table of contents : Preface to Handbooks of Communication Science series......Page 5 Acknowledgements......Page 9 Contents......Page 11 1. Journalism......Page 15 2. Journalism history......Page 33 3. Roles of Journalists......Page 57 4. Epistemologies of Journalism......Page 77 5. Journalism Ethics......Page 97 6. Journalism as Practice......Page 119 7. Journalism as Institution......Page 139 8. Journalism as Public Sphere......Page 163 9. Journalism as Memory......Page 183 10. Journalism as Agenda Setting......Page 203 11. Journalism as Framing......Page 219 12. Journalism as Gatekeeping......Page 249 13. The Sociology of Journalism......Page 271 14. The Economics of Journalism and News Provision......Page 295 15 Politics and Policies of Journalism and Free Press......Page 311 16. The Technology of Journalism......Page 335 17. Journalism and Geography......Page 349 18. Entrepreneurial Journalism......Page 369 19. Mapping the Citizen News Landscape: Blurring Boundaries, Promises, Perils, and Beyond......Page 387 20. Advocacy Journalism......Page 405 21. Documentary Journalism......Page 429 22. Lifestyle Journalism......Page 447 23. Journalism, War, and Peace......Page 467 24. Journalism, Censorship, and Press Freedom......Page 487 25. Journalism, Pluralism, and Diversity......Page 507 26. Journalism, Gender, and Race......Page 525 27. Journalism, Audiences and Community Engagement......Page 545 28. Journalism and Change......Page 569 29. The Future of Journalism Scholarship......Page 589 Biographical sketches......Page 601 Index......Page 605 Citation preview
1010	dbpedia	3	6	https://www.fiba.basketball/olympics/men/2020/news/luis-scola-becomes-fourth-all-time-scorer-in-men-s-olympic-basketball-tournament	en	Luis Scola becomes fourth all-time scorer in Men's Olympic Basketball tournament	https://www.fiba.basketb…0210728185027869	https://www.fiba.basketb…0210728185027869	[ "https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=390930998843208&ev=PageView&noscript=1", "https://www.fiba.basketball/images.fiba.com/Graphic/4/F/1/6/hOpGv2jVD0GIkKW22Qd2Ew.jpg?v=20210728185027869", "https://www.fiba.basketball/api/img/team/logoflag/0?sizeType=Big&backgroundType=Light&patternType=default_big&eventId=9562&iocCo...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	MIAMI (USA) - When you talk about Luis Scola you have to mention he’s one of the greatest players at the national team level. The Argentine has a brilliant record and has now added a new milestone in...	en	/favicon.png	FIBA.basketball	https://www.fiba.basketball/olympics/men/2020/news/luis-scola-becomes-fourth-all-time-scorer-in-men-s-olympic-basketball-tournament	MIAMI (USA) - When you talk about Luis Scola you have to mention he’s one of the greatest players at the national team level. The Argentine has a brilliant record and has now added a new milestone in his award-winning career by becoming the fourth leading scorer in the history of the Olympic Games. The power forward reached the mark of 548 points, after scoring a total of 23 in his debut in Tokyo 2020, in the duel between Argentina and Slovenia, which surpassed the Brazilian Vlamir Marques, who was in fifth place with 536. Scola ranks on the all-time list behind Spaniard Pau Gasol, also active in these Olympic Games, with 623 points so far. In second place is the Australian Andrew Gaze, with 789 and in first place, the Brazilian Oscar Schmidt, with 1093. The 41-year-old is in his fifth Olympics, as are Spaniards Gasol and Rudy Fernández. The three, in Tokyo 2020, joined Schmidt, Gaze, Puerto Rican Teo Cruz and also Iberian Juan Carlos Navarro, as the only basketball players with five appearances in the Olympic Games. In that Olympic journey, Scola has been able to medal twice; he won gold in Athens 2004 and bronze in Beijing 2008. These achievements marked a whole generation of Argentine basketball players such as Manu Ginobili, Fabricio Oberto, Andrés Nocioni, Carlos Delfino, among others. In addition, the Buenos Aires native’s resume also boasts two championships of the Americas (2001 and 2011), one Pan American gold (2019) and two silver medals at the 2002 and 2019 FIBA World Championships. In the FIBA World Cup 2019 in China, he surpassed 611 points scored in this type of event, placing him second all-time, behind the Brazilian Schmidt, who totaled 906 points in the World Cup. "Luifa" will have a new opportunity to continue expanding his personal record of points, when Argentina faces Spain on Thursday 9:00 p.m. local time) in their second match in the Tokyo 2020 group stage.
1010	dbpedia	3	24	https://nhess.copernicus.org/articles/16/801/2016/nhess-16-801-2016-relations.html	en	Impacts of European drought events: insights from an international database of text	https://www.natural-hazards-and-earth-system-sciences.net/favicon_copernicus_16x16_.ico	https://www.natural-hazards-and-earth-system-sciences.net/favicon_copernicus_16x16_.ico	[ "https://contentmanager.copernicus.org/800952/7/ssl", "https://contentmanager.copernicus.org/800952/7/ssl", "https://contentmanager.copernicus.org/2175966/7/ssl", "https://contentmanager.copernicus.org/2175966/7/ssl", "https://hess.copernicus.org/articles/27/3427/2023/hess-27-3427-2023-avatar-thumb80.png", ...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "DeÂ Stefano", "AcÃ¡cio", "James H", "Lena M", "VanÂ Loon", "Anne F", "Lucy J", "Lieke A", "deÂ Carli", "VanÂ Lanen" ]	null		en	https://www.natural-hazards-and-earth-system-sciences.net/favicon_copernicus_16x16_.ico		null	Articles \| Volume 16, issue 3 https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-16-801-2016 © Author(s) 2016. This work is distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License. https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-16-801-2016 © Author(s) 2016. This work is distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License. Research article 21 Mar 2016 Research article \| \| 21 Mar 2016 Impacts of European drought events: insights from an international database of text-based reports Kerstin Stahl, Irene Kohn, Veit Blauhut, Julia Urquijo, Lucia DeÂ Stefano, Vanda AcÃ¡cio, Susana Dias, James H. Stagge, Lena M. Tallaksen, Eleni Kampragou, Anne F. VanÂ Loon, Lucy J. Barker, Lieke A. Melsen, Carlo Bifulco, Dario Musolino, Alessandro deÂ Carli, Antonio Massarutto, Dionysis Assimacopoulos, and Henny A. J. VanÂ Lanen Hydrology Department, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany Hydrology Department, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany Hydrology Department, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany Julia Urquijo Geodynamics Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain Lucia DeÂ Stefano Geodynamics Department, Complutense University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain Vanda AcÃ¡cio Centre for Applied Ecology âProf.Â Baeta Nevesâ, School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal Susana Dias Centre for Applied Ecology âProf.Â Baeta Nevesâ, School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal James H. Stagge Dept.Â of Geosciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway Lena M. Tallaksen Dept.Â of Geosciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway Eleni Kampragou School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Athens, Greece Anne F. VanÂ Loon Hydrology and Quantitative Water Management Group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, the Netherlands now at: School of Geography, Earthâ¯&â¯Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK Lucy J. Barker Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Wallingford, UK Lieke A. Melsen Hydrology and Quantitative Water Management Group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, the Netherlands Carlo Bifulco Centre for Applied Ecology âProf.Â Baeta Nevesâ, School of Agriculture, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal Dario Musolino Center for Research on Regional Economics, Transport and Tourism, Bocconi University, Milan, Italy Alessandro deÂ Carli Center for Research on Regional Economics, Transport and Tourism, Bocconi University, Milan, Italy Antonio Massarutto Center for Research on Regional Economics, Transport and Tourism, Bocconi University, Milan, Italy Department of Economics and Statistics, University of Udine, Udine, Italy Dionysis Assimacopoulos School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Athens, Greece Henny A. J. VanÂ Lanen Hydrology and Quantitative Water Management Group, Wageningen University, Wageningen, the Netherlands Related authors Show only first author papers Show all papers An investigation of anthropogenic influences on hydrologic connectivity using stress tests Amelie Herzog, Jost Hellwig, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2023-243,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2023-243, 2023 Revised manuscript accepted for HESS Short summary Short summary We investigated the influence of anthropogenic water withdrawals and climatic changes on streambed drying the Dreisam valley (24 km²) in Germany by means of physical modeling. The model was able to reproduce streambed drying at 50 % of locations. Our results show that groundwater withdrawals intensifiy riverbed drying on short timescales during phases with low groundwater levels at specific locations. At some upstream locations however, climatic preconditions are the primary influencing factor. Drought intensityâdurationâfrequency curves based on deficit in precipitation and streamflow for water resources management Yonca Cavus, Kerstin Stahl, and Hafzullah Aksoy Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 27, 3427–3445, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-3427-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-3427-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary With intensified extremes under climate change, water demand increases. Every drop of water is more valuable than before when drought is experienced particularly. We developed drought intensity–duration–frequency curves using physical indicators, the deficit in precipitation and streamflow, for a more straightforward interpretation. Tests with the observed major droughts in two climatologically different catchments confirmed the practical applicability of the curves under drought conditions. Panta Rhei benchmark dataset: socio-hydrological data of paired events of floods and droughts Heidi Kreibich, Kai SchrÃ¶ter, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Anne F. Van Loon, Maurizio Mazzoleni, Guta Wakbulcho Abeshu, Svetlana Agafonova, Amir AghaKouchak, Hafzullah Aksoy, Camila Alvarez-Garreton, Blanca Aznar, Laila Balkhi, Marlies H. Barendrecht, Sylvain Biancamaria, Liduin Bos-Burgering, Chris Bradley, Yus Budiyono, Wouter Buytaert, Lucinda Capewell, Hayley Carlson, Yonca Cavus, AnaÃ¯s Couasnon, Gemma Coxon, Ioannis Daliakopoulos, Marleen C. de Ruiter, Claire Delus, Mathilde Erfurt, Giuseppe Esposito, Didier FranÃ§ois, FrÃ©dÃ©ric Frappart, Jim Freer, Natalia Frolova, Animesh K. Gain, Manolis Grillakis, Jordi Oriol Grima, Diego A. GuzmÃ¡n, Laurie S. Huning, Monica Ionita, Maxim Kharlamov, Dao Nguyen Khoi, Natalie Kieboom, Maria Kireeva, Aristeidis Koutroulis, Waldo Lavado-Casimiro, Hong-Yi Li, Maria Carmen LLasat, David Macdonald, Johanna MÃ¥rd, Hannah Mathew-Richards, Andrew McKenzie, Alfonso Mejia, Eduardo Mario Mendiondo, Marjolein Mens, Shifteh Mobini, Guilherme Samprogna Mohor, Viorica Nagavciuc, Thanh Ngo-Duc, Huynh Thi Thao Nguyen, Pham Thi Thao Nhi, Olga Petrucci, Nguyen Hong Quan, Pere Quintana-SeguÃ, Saman Razavi, Elena Ridolfi, Jannik Riegel, Md Shibly Sadik, Nivedita Sairam, Elisa Savelli, Alexey Sazonov, Sanjib Sharma, Johanna SÃ¶rensen, Felipe Augusto Arguello Souza, Kerstin Stahl, Max Steinhausen, Michael Stoelzle, Wiwiana SzaliÅska, Qiuhong Tang, Fuqiang Tian, Tamara Tokarczyk, Carolina Tovar, Thi Van Thu Tran, Marjolein H. J. van Huijgevoort, Michelle T. H. van Vliet, Sergiy Vorogushyn, Thorsten Wagener, Yueling Wang, Doris E. Wendt, Elliot Wickham, Long Yang, Mauricio Zambrano-Bigiarini, and Philip J. Ward Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 15, 2009–2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-15-2009-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-15-2009-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary As the adverse impacts of hydrological extremes increase in many regions of the world, a better understanding of the drivers of changes in risk and impacts is essential for effective flood and drought risk management. We present a dataset containing data of paired events, i.e. two floods or two droughts that occurred in the same area. The dataset enables comparative analyses and allows detailed context-specific assessments. Additionally, it supports the testing of socio-hydrological models. Assessing agriculture's vulnerability to drought in European pre-Alpine regions Ruth Stephan, Stefano Terzi, Mathilde Erfurt, Silvia Cocuccioni, Kerstin Stahl, and Marc Zebisch Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 45–64, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-45-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-45-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary This study maps agriculture's vulnerability to drought in the European pre-Alpine regions of Thurgau (CH) and Podravska (SI). We combine region-specific knowledge with quantitative data mapping; experts of the study regions, far apart, identified a few common but more region-specific factors that we integrated in two vulnerability scenarios. We highlight the benefits of the participatory approach in improving the quantitative results and closing the gap between science and practitioners. Different drought types and the spatial variability in their hazard, impact, and propagation characteristics Erik Tijdeman, Veit Blauhut, Michael Stoelzle, Lucas Menzel, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 2099–2116, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2099-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2099-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary We identified different drought types with typical hazard and impact characteristics. The summer drought type with compounding heat was most impactful. Regional drought propagation of this drought type exhibited typical characteristics that can guide drought management. However, we also found a large spatial variability that caused distinct differences among propagating drought signals. Accordingly, local multivariate drought information was needed to explain the full range of drought impacts. An inventory of Alpine drought impact reports to explore past droughts in a mountain region Ruth Stephan, Mathilde Erfurt, Stefano Terzi, Maja Å½un, BoÅ¡tjan Kristan, Klaus Haslinger, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 2485–2501, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-2485-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-2485-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary The Alpine Drought Impact report Inventory (EDIIALPS) archives drought impact reports across the European Alpine region with an increasing number of impacts over time. The most affected sectors are agriculture and livestock farming and public water supply, for which management strategies are essential for future climate regimes. We show spatial heterogeneity and seasonal differences between the impacted sectors and between impacts triggered by soil moisture drought and hydrological drought. Hydrological response to warm and dry weather: do glaciers compensate? Marit Van Tiel, Anne F. Van Loon, Jan Seibert, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 3245–3265, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3245-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3245-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Glaciers can buffer streamflow during dry and warm periods, but under which circumstances can melt compensate precipitation deficits? Streamflow responses to warm and dry events were analyzed using long-term observations of 50 glacierized catchments in Norway, Canada, and the European Alps. Region, timing of the event, relative glacier cover, and antecedent event conditions all affect the level of compensation during these events. This implies that glaciers do not compensate straightforwardly. Groundwater and baseflow drought responses to synthetic recharge stress tests Jost Hellwig, Michael Stoelzle, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 1053–1068, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1053-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1053-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Potential future groundwater and baseflow drought hazards depend on systems' sensitivity to altered recharge conditions. With three generic scenarios, we found different sensitivities across Germany driven by hydrogeology. While changes in drought hazard due to seasonal recharge shifts will be rather low, a lengthening of dry spells could cause stronger responses in regions with slow groundwater response to precipitation, urging local water management to prepare for more severe droughts. The CH-IRP data set: a decade of fortnightly data on Î´2H and Î´18O in streamflow and precipitation in Switzerland Maria Staudinger, Stefan Seeger, Barbara Herbstritt, Michael Stoelzle, Jan Seibert, Kerstin Stahl, and Markus Weiler Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 12, 3057–3066, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-12-3057-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-12-3057-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The data set CH-IRP provides isotope composition in precipitation and streamflow from 23 Swiss catchments, being unique regarding its long-term multi-catchment coverage along an alpine–pre-alpine gradient. CH-IRP contains fortnightly time series of stable water isotopes from streamflow grab samples complemented by time series in precipitation. Sampling conditions, catchment and climate information, lab standards and errors are provided together with areal precipitation and catchment boundaries. Tropical drought risk: estimates combining gridded vulnerability and hazard data Alexandra Nauditt, Kerstin Stahl, Erasmo RodrÃguez, Christian Birkel, Rosa Maria Formiga-Johnsson, Kallio Marko, Hamish Hann, Lars Ribbe, Oscar M. Baez-Villanueva, and Joschka Thurner Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-2020-360,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-2020-360, 2020 Manuscript not accepted for further review Short summary Short summary Recurrent droughts are causing severe damages to tropical countries. We used gridded drought hazard and vulnerability data sets to map drought risk in four mesoscale rural tropical study regions in Latin America and Vietnam/Cambodia. Our risk maps clearly identified drought risk hotspots and displayed spatial and sector-wise distribution of hazard and vulnerability. As results were confirmed by local stakeholders our approach provides relevant information for drought managers in the Tropics. A multidisciplinary drought catalogue for southwestern Germany dating back toÂ 1801 Mathilde Erfurt, Georgios Skiadaresis, Erik Tijdeman, Veit Blauhut, JÃ¼rgen Bauhus, RÃ¼diger Glaser, Julia Schwarz, Willy Tegel, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2979–2995, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-2979-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-2979-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Droughts are multifaceted hazards with widespread negative consequences for the environment and society. This study explores different perspectives on drought and determines the added value of multidisciplinary datasets for a comprehensive understanding of past drought events in southwestern Germany. A long-term evaluation of drought frequency since 1801 revealed that events occurred in all decades, but a particular clustering was found in the mid-19th century and the most recent decade. Stress testing as complement to climate scenarios: recharge scenarios to quantify streamflow drought sensitivity Michael Stoelzle, Maria Staudinger, Kerstin Stahl, and Markus Weiler Proc. IAHS, 383, 43–50, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-43-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-43-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The role of recharge and catchment storage is crucial to understand streamflow drought sensitivity. Here we introduce a model experiment with recharge stress tests as complement to climate scenarios to quantify the streamflow drought sensitivities of catchments in Switzerland. We identified a pre-drought period of 12 months as maximum storage-memory for the study catchments. From stress testing, we found up to 200 days longer summer streamflow droughts and minimum flow reductions of 50 %–80 %. The challenges of hydrological drought definition, quantification and communication: an interdisciplinary perspective Kerstin Stahl, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Jamie Hannaford, Erik Tijdeman, Gregor Laaha, Tobias Gauster, and Lena M. Tallaksen Proc. IAHS, 383, 291–295, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-291-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-291-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Numerous indices exist for the description of hydrological drought, some are based on absolute thresholds of overall streamflows or water levels and some are based on relative anomalies with respect to the season. This article discusses paradigms and experiences with such index uses in drought monitoring and drought analysis to raise awareness of the different interpretations of drought severity. Beyond binary baseflow separation: a delayed-flow index for multiple streamflow contributions Michael Stoelzle, Tobias Schuetz, Markus Weiler, Kerstin Stahl, and Lena M. Tallaksen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 849–867, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-849-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-849-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary During dry weather, different delayed sources of runoff (e.g. from groundwater, wetlands or snowmelt) modulate the magnitude and variability of streamflow. Hydrograph separation methods often do not distinguish these delayed contributions and mostly pool them into only two components (i.e. quickflow and baseflow). We propose a method that uncovers multiple components and demonstrates how they better reflect streamflow generation processes of different flow regimes. Effects of univariate and multivariate bias correction on hydrological impact projections in alpine catchments Judith Meyer, Irene Kohn, Kerstin Stahl, Kirsti Hakala, Jan Seibert, and Alex J. Cannon Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 1339–1354, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1339-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1339-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary Several multivariate bias correction methods have been developed recently, but only a few studies have tested the effect of multivariate bias correction on hydrological impact projections. This study shows that incorporating or ignoring inter-variable relations between air temperature and precipitation can have a notable effect on the projected snowfall fraction. The effect translated to considerable consequences for the glacio-hydrological responses and streamflow components of the catchments. An assessment of trends and potential future changes in groundwater-baseflow drought based on catchment response times Jost Hellwig and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 6209–6224, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-6209-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-6209-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary Due to the lack of long-term observations, insights into changes of groundwater resources are obscured. In this paper we assess past and potential future changes in groundwater drought in headwater catchments using a baseflow approach. There are a few past trends which are highly dependent on the period of analysis. Catchments with short response times are found to have a higher sensitivity to projected seasonal precipitation shifts, urging for a local management based on response times. Technical note: Representing glacier geometry changes in a semi-distributed hydrological model Jan Seibert, Marc J. P. Vis, Irene Kohn, Markus Weiler, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 2211–2224, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-2211-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-2211-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary In many glacio-hydrological models glacier areas are assumed to be constant over time, which is a crucial limitation. Here we describe a novel approach to translate mass balances as simulated by the (glacio)hydrological model into glacier area changes. We combined the Δh approach of Huss et al. (2010) with the bucket-type model HBV and introduced a lookup table approach, which also allows periods with advancing glaciers to be represented, which is not possible with the original Huss method. Human influences on streamflow drought characteristics in England and Wales Erik Tijdeman, Jamie Hannaford, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 1051–1064, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1051-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1051-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary In this study, a screening approach was applied on a set of streamflow records for which various human influences are indicated to identify streamflow records that have drought characteristics that deviate from those expected under pristine conditions. Prolonged streamflow drought duration, a weaker correlation between streamflow and precipitation, and changes in streamflow drought occurrence over time were related to human influences such as groundwater abstractions or reservoir operations. The role of glacier changes and threshold definition in the characterisation of future streamflow droughts in glacierised catchments Marit Van Tiel, Adriaan J. Teuling, Niko Wanders, Marc J. P. Vis, Kerstin Stahl, and Anne F. Van Loon Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 463–485, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-463-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-463-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary Glaciers are important hydrological reservoirs. Short-term variability in glacier melt and also glacier retreat can cause droughts in streamflow. In this study, we analyse the effect of glacier changes and different drought threshold approaches on future projections of streamflow droughts in glacierised catchments. We show that these different methodological options result in different drought projections and that these options can be used to study different aspects of streamflow droughts. Developing drought impact functions for drought risk management Sophie Bachmair, Cecilia Svensson, Ilaria Prosdocimi, Jamie Hannaford, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 17, 1947–1960, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-17-1947-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-17-1947-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary This study tests the potential for developing empirical drought impact functions based on hydro-meteorological drought indicators as predictors and text-based reports on drought impacts as a surrogate variable for drought damage. We showcase three data-driven modeling approaches and assess the effect of impact report quantification method. The EuropeanÂ 2015 drought from a hydrological perspective Gregor Laaha, Tobias Gauster, Lena M. Tallaksen, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Kerstin Stahl, Christel Prudhomme, Benedikt Heudorfer, Radek Vlnas, Monica Ionita, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Mary-Jeanne Adler, Laurie Caillouet, Claire Delus, Miriam Fendekova, Sebastien Gailliez, Jamie Hannaford, Daniel Kingston, Anne F. Van Loon, Luis Mediero, Marzena Osuch, Renata Romanowicz, Eric Sauquet, James H. Stagge, and Wai K. Wong Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 3001–3024, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-3001-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-3001-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary In 2015 large parts of Europe were affected by a drought. In terms of low flow magnitude, a region around the Czech Republic was most affected, with return periods > 100 yr. In terms of deficit volumes, the drought was particularly severe around S. Germany where the event lasted notably long. Meteorological and hydrological events developed differently in space and time. For an assessment of drought impacts on water resources, hydrological data are required in addition to meteorological indices. Controls on hydrologic drought duration in near-natural streamflow in Europe and the USA Erik Tijdeman, Sophie Bachmair, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 4043–4059, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-4043-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-4043-2016, 2016 Drought in a human-modified world: reframing drought definitions, understanding, and analysis approaches Anne F. Van Loon, Kerstin Stahl, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Julian Clark, Sally Rangecroft, Niko Wanders, Tom Gleeson, Albert I. J. M. Van Dijk, Lena M. Tallaksen, Jamie Hannaford, Remko Uijlenhoet, Adriaan J. Teuling, David M. Hannah, Justin Sheffield, Mark Svoboda, Boud Verbeiren, Thorsten Wagener, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 3631–3650, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-3631-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-3631-2016, 2016 Short summary Short summary In the Anthropocene, drought cannot be viewed as a natural hazard independent of people. Drought can be alleviated or made worse by human activities and drought impacts are dependent on a myriad of factors. In this paper, we identify research gaps and suggest a framework that will allow us to adequately analyse and manage drought in the Anthropocene. We need to focus on attribution of drought to different drivers, linking drought to its impacts, and feedbacks between drought and society. Estimating drought risk across Europe from reported drought impacts, drought indices, and vulnerability factors Veit Blauhut, Kerstin Stahl, James Howard Stagge, Lena M. Tallaksen, Lucia De Stefano, and JÃ¼rgen Vogt Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2779–2800, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2779-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2779-2016, 2016 A quantitative analysis to objectively appraise drought indicators and model drought impacts S. Bachmair, C. Svensson, J. Hannaford, L. J. Barker, and K. Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2589–2609, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2589-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2589-2016, 2016 Short summary Short summary To date, there is little empirical evidence as to which indicator best represents drought impact occurrence for any given region and/or sector. We therefore exploited text-based data from the European Drought Impact report Inventory (EDII) to evaluate drought indicators, empirically determine indicator thresholds, and model drought impacts. A quantitative analysis using Germany and the UK as a testbed proved to be a useful tool for objectively appraising drought indicators. Attribution of European precipitation and temperature trends to changes in synoptic circulation A. K. Fleig, L. M. Tallaksen, P. James, H. Hisdal, and K. Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 19, 3093–3107, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-19-3093-2015,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-19-3093-2015, 2015 Exploring the link between drought indicators and impacts S. Bachmair, I. Kohn, and K. Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 15, 1381–1397, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-15-1381-2015,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-15-1381-2015, 2015 Short summary Short summary There is little knowledge on the meaning of different hydro-meteorologic drought indicators for drought impact occurrence on the ground. This study investigates the link between commonly used drought indicators and text-based information on drought impacts through data visualization, extraction of indicator values concurrent with impact onset, and correlation analysis for the case study area Germany. The results demonstrate the feasibility of evaluating drought indicators with impacts. Large-scale analysis of changing frequencies of rain-on-snow events with flood-generation potential D. Freudiger, I. Kohn, K. Stahl, and M. Weiler Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 18, 2695–2709, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-18-2695-2014,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-18-2695-2014, 2014 The influence of decadal-scale variability on trends in long European streamflow records J. Hannaford, G. Buys, K. Stahl, and L. M. Tallaksen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 17, 2717–2733, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-17-2717-2013,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-17-2717-2013, 2013 Are streamflow recession characteristics really characteristic? M. Stoelzle, K. Stahl, and M. Weiler Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 17, 817–828, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-17-817-2013,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-17-817-2013, 2013 The 2022 Drought Needs to be a Turning Point for European Drought Risk Management Riccardo Biella, Ansastasiya Shyrokaya, Monica Ionita, Raffaele Vignola, Samuel Sutanto, Andrijana Todorovic, Claudia Teutschbein, Daniela Cid, Maria Carmen Llasat, Pedro Alencar, Alessia MatanÃ³, Elena Ridolfi, Benedetta Moccia, Ilias Pechlivanidis, Anne van Loon, Doris Wendt, Elin Stenfors, Fabio Russo, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Lucy Barker, Mariana Madruga de Brito, Marleen Lam, Monika BlÃ¡hovÃ¡, Patricia Trambauer, Raed Hamed, Scott J. McGrane, Serena Ceola, Sigrid JÃ¸rgensen Bakke, Svitlana Krakovska, Viorica Nagavciuc, Faranak Tootoonchi, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Sandra Hauswirth, Shreedhar Maskey, Svitlana Zubkovych, Marthe Wens, and Lena Merete Tallaksen EGUsphere, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-2069,https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-2069, 2024 Short summary Short summary This research by the Drought in the Anthropocene (DitA) network highlights gaps in European drought management exposed by the 2022 drought and proposes a new direction. Using a Europe-wide survey of water managers, we examine four areas: increasing drought risk, impacts, drought management strategies, and their evolution. Despite growing risks, management remains fragmented and short-term. However, signs of improvement suggest readiness for change. We advocate for a European Drought Directive. Review article: Drought as a continuum: memory effects in interlinked hydrological, ecological, and social systems Anne F. Van Loon, Sarra Kchouk, Alessia MatanÃ³, Faranak Tootoonchi, Camila Alvarez-Garreton, Khalid E. A. Hassaballah, Minchao Wu, Marthe L. K. Wens, Anastasiya Shyrokaya, Elena Ridolfi, Riccardo Biella, Viorica Nagavciuc, Marlies H. Barendrecht, Ana Bastos, Louise Cavalcante, Franciska T. de Vries, Margaret Garcia, Johanna MÃ¥rd, Ileen N. Streefkerk, Claudia Teutschbein, Roshanak Tootoonchi, Ruben Weesie, Valentin Aich, Juan P. Boisier, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Yiheng Du, Mauricio Galleguillos, RenÃ© Garreaud, Monica Ionita, Sina Khatami, Johanna K. L. Koehler, Charles H. Luce, Shreedhar Maskey, Heidi D. Mendoza, Moses N. Mwangi, Ilias G. Pechlivanidis, Germano G. Ribeiro Neto, Tirthankar Roy, Robert Stefanski, Patricia Trambauer, Elizabeth A. Koebele, Giulia Vico, and Micha Werner EGUsphere, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-421,https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-421, 2024 Short summary Short summary Drought is a creeping phenomenon, but it is often still analysed and managed like an event without taking into consideration what happened before and after. In this paper we review the literature and discuss five cases, where drought, its impacts and responses develop differently over time. We look at the hydrological, ecological and social system and their connections. And we provide suggestions for further research and for monitoring, modelling and management. HESS Opinions: Drought impacts as failed prospects Germano G. Ribeiro Neto, Sarra Kchouk, Lieke A. Melsen, Louise Cavalcante, David W. Walker, Art Dewulf, Alexandre C. Costa, Eduardo S. P. R. Martins, and Pieter R. van Oel Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 27, 4217–4225, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-4217-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-4217-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary People induce and modify droughts. However, we do not know exactly how relevant human and natural processes interact nor how to evaluate the co-evolution of people and water. Prospect theory can help us to explain the emergence of drought impacts leading to failed welfare expectations (“prospects”) due to water shortage. Our approach helps to explain socio-hydrological phenomena, such as reservoir effects, and can contribute to integrated drought management considering the local context. Mind the Gap: Misalignment Between Drought Monitoring and Community Realities Sarra Kchouk, Louise Cavalcante, Lieke A. Melsen, David W. Walker, Germano Ribeiro Neto, Rubens Gondim, Wouter J. Smolenaars, and Pieter R. van Oel EGUsphere, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2023-2726,https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2023-2726, 2023 Short summary Short summary Droughts impact water and people, yet monitoring often overlooks impacts on people. In Northeast Brazil, we assess official data against local experiences, finding data mismatches and blindspots. Mismatches occur due to the data's broad scope missing finer details. Blindspots arise from ignoring diverse community responses and vulnerabilities to droughts. We suggest enhanced monitoring by technical extension officers for both severe and mild droughts.â Inferring reservoir filling strategies under limited-data-availability conditions using hydrological modeling and Earth observations: the case of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) Awad M. Ali, Lieke A. Melsen, and Adriaan J. Teuling Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 27, 4057–4086, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-4057-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-4057-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary Using a new approach based on a combination of modeling and Earth observation, useful information about the filling of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam can be obtained with limited data and proper rainfall selection. While the monthly streamflow into Sudan has decreased significantly (1.2 × 109–5 × 109 m3) with respect to the non-dam scenario, the negative impact has been masked due to higher-than-average rainfall. We reveal that the dam will need 3–5 more years to complete filling. An investigation of anthropogenic influences on hydrologic connectivity using stress tests Amelie Herzog, Jost Hellwig, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2023-243,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2023-243, 2023 Revised manuscript accepted for HESS Short summary Short summary We investigated the influence of anthropogenic water withdrawals and climatic changes on streambed drying the Dreisam valley (24 km²) in Germany by means of physical modeling. The model was able to reproduce streambed drying at 50 % of locations. Our results show that groundwater withdrawals intensifiy riverbed drying on short timescales during phases with low groundwater levels at specific locations. At some upstream locations however, climatic preconditions are the primary influencing factor. Drought intensityâdurationâfrequency curves based on deficit in precipitation and streamflow for water resources management Yonca Cavus, Kerstin Stahl, and Hafzullah Aksoy Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 27, 3427–3445, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-3427-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-27-3427-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary With intensified extremes under climate change, water demand increases. Every drop of water is more valuable than before when drought is experienced particularly. We developed drought intensity–duration–frequency curves using physical indicators, the deficit in precipitation and streamflow, for a more straightforward interpretation. Tests with the observed major droughts in two climatologically different catchments confirmed the practical applicability of the curves under drought conditions. Linking reported drought impacts with drought indices, water scarcity and aridity: the case of Kenya Marleen R. Lam, Alessia MatanÃ³, Anne F. Van Loon, Rhoda A. Odongo, Aklilu D. Teklesadik, Charles N. Wamucii, Marc J. C. van den Homberg, Shamton Waruru, and Adriaan J. Teuling Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 2915–2936, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2915-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2915-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary There is still no full understanding of the relation between drought impacts and drought indices in the Horn of Africa where water scarcity and arid regions are also present. This study assesses their relation in Kenya. A random forest model reveals that each region, aggregated by aridity, has its own set of predictors for every impact category. Water scarcity was not found to be related to aridity. Understanding these relations contributes to the development of drought early warning systems. Indicator-to-impact links to help improve agricultural drought preparedness in Thailand Maliko Tanguy, Michael Eastman, Eugene Magee, Lucy J. Barker, Thomas Chitson, Chaiwat Ekkawatpanit, Daniel Goodwin, Jamie Hannaford, Ian Holman, Liwa Pardthaisong, Simon Parry, Dolores Rey Vicario, and Supattra Visessri Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 2419–2441, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2419-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2419-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary Droughts in Thailand are becoming more severe due to climate change. Understanding the link between drought impacts on the ground and drought indicators used in drought monitoring systems can help increase a country's preparedness and resilience to drought. With a focus on agricultural droughts, we derive crop- and region-specific indicator-to-impact links that can form the basis of targeted mitigation actions and an improved drought monitoring and early warning system in Thailand. Propagation from meteorological to hydrological drought in the Horn of Africa using both standardized and threshold-based indices Rhoda A. Odongo, Hans De Moel, and Anne F. Van Loon Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 2365–2386, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2365-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-2365-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary We characterize meteorological (P), soil moisture (SM) and hydrological (Q) droughts and the propagation from one to the other for 318 catchments in the Horn of Africa. We find that propagation from P to SM is influenced by soil properties and vegetation, while propagation from P to Q is from catchment-scale hydrogeological properties (i.e. geology, slope). We provide precipitation accumulation periods at the subbasin level that can be used as a proxy in drought forecasting in dryland regions. Snowâvegetationâatmosphere interactions in alpine tundra Norbert Pirk, Kristoffer Aalstad, Yeliz A. Yilmaz, Astrid Vatne, Andrea L. Popp, Peter Horvath, Anders Bryn, Ane Victoria Vollsnes, Sebastian Westermann, Terje Koren Berntsen, Frode Stordal, and Lena Merete Tallaksen Biogeosciences, 20, 2031–2047, https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-20-2031-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-20-2031-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary We measured the landâatmosphere exchange of CO2 and water vapor in alpine Norway over 3 years. The extremely snow-rich conditions in 2020 reduced the total annual evapotranspiration to 50 % and reduced the growing-season carbon assimilation to turn the ecosystem from a moderate annual carbon sink to an even stronger source. Our analysis suggests that snow cover anomalies are driving the most consequential short-term responses in this ecosystemâs functioning. Panta Rhei benchmark dataset: socio-hydrological data of paired events of floods and droughts Heidi Kreibich, Kai SchrÃ¶ter, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Anne F. Van Loon, Maurizio Mazzoleni, Guta Wakbulcho Abeshu, Svetlana Agafonova, Amir AghaKouchak, Hafzullah Aksoy, Camila Alvarez-Garreton, Blanca Aznar, Laila Balkhi, Marlies H. Barendrecht, Sylvain Biancamaria, Liduin Bos-Burgering, Chris Bradley, Yus Budiyono, Wouter Buytaert, Lucinda Capewell, Hayley Carlson, Yonca Cavus, AnaÃ¯s Couasnon, Gemma Coxon, Ioannis Daliakopoulos, Marleen C. de Ruiter, Claire Delus, Mathilde Erfurt, Giuseppe Esposito, Didier FranÃ§ois, FrÃ©dÃ©ric Frappart, Jim Freer, Natalia Frolova, Animesh K. Gain, Manolis Grillakis, Jordi Oriol Grima, Diego A. GuzmÃ¡n, Laurie S. Huning, Monica Ionita, Maxim Kharlamov, Dao Nguyen Khoi, Natalie Kieboom, Maria Kireeva, Aristeidis Koutroulis, Waldo Lavado-Casimiro, Hong-Yi Li, Maria Carmen LLasat, David Macdonald, Johanna MÃ¥rd, Hannah Mathew-Richards, Andrew McKenzie, Alfonso Mejia, Eduardo Mario Mendiondo, Marjolein Mens, Shifteh Mobini, Guilherme Samprogna Mohor, Viorica Nagavciuc, Thanh Ngo-Duc, Huynh Thi Thao Nguyen, Pham Thi Thao Nhi, Olga Petrucci, Nguyen Hong Quan, Pere Quintana-SeguÃ, Saman Razavi, Elena Ridolfi, Jannik Riegel, Md Shibly Sadik, Nivedita Sairam, Elisa Savelli, Alexey Sazonov, Sanjib Sharma, Johanna SÃ¶rensen, Felipe Augusto Arguello Souza, Kerstin Stahl, Max Steinhausen, Michael Stoelzle, Wiwiana SzaliÅska, Qiuhong Tang, Fuqiang Tian, Tamara Tokarczyk, Carolina Tovar, Thi Van Thu Tran, Marjolein H. J. van Huijgevoort, Michelle T. H. van Vliet, Sergiy Vorogushyn, Thorsten Wagener, Yueling Wang, Doris E. Wendt, Elliot Wickham, Long Yang, Mauricio Zambrano-Bigiarini, and Philip J. Ward Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 15, 2009–2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-15-2009-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-15-2009-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary As the adverse impacts of hydrological extremes increase in many regions of the world, a better understanding of the drivers of changes in risk and impacts is essential for effective flood and drought risk management. We present a dataset containing data of paired events, i.e. two floods or two droughts that occurred in the same area. The dataset enables comparative analyses and allows detailed context-specific assessments. Additionally, it supports the testing of socio-hydrological models. Large spread in the representation of compound long-duration dry and hot spells over Europe in CMIP5 Colin Manning, Martin Widmann, Douglas Maraun, Anne F. Van Loon, and Emanuele Bevacqua Weather Clim. Dynam., 4, 309–329, https://doi.org/10.5194/wcd-4-309-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/wcd-4-309-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary Climate models differ in their representation of dry spells and high temperatures, linked to errors in the simulation of persistent large-scale anticyclones. Models that simulate more persistent anticyclones simulate longer and hotter dry spells, and vice versa. This information is important to consider when assessing the likelihood of such events in current and future climate simulations so that we can assess the plausibility of their future projections. Persistent La NiÃ±as drive joint soybean harvest failures in North and South America Raed Hamed, Sem Vijverberg, Anne F. Van Loon, Jeroen Aerts, and Dim Coumou Earth Syst. Dynam., 14, 255–272, https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-14-255-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-14-255-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary Spatially compounding soy harvest failures can have important global impacts. Using causal networks, we show that soy yields are predominately driven by summer soil moisture conditions in North and South America. Summer soil moisture is affected by antecedent soil moisture and by remote extra-tropical SST patterns in both hemispheres. Both of these soil moisture drivers are again influenced by ENSO. Our results highlight physical pathways by which ENSO can drive spatially compounding impacts. A data-driven model for Fennoscandian wildfire danger Sigrid JÃ¸rgensen Bakke, Niko Wanders, Karin van der Wiel, and Lena Merete Tallaksen Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 65–89, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-65-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-65-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary In this study, we developed a machine learning model to identify dominant controls of wildfire in Fennoscandia and produce monthly fire danger probability maps. The dominant control was shallow-soil water anomaly, followed by air temperature and deep soil water. The model proved skilful with a similar performance as the existing Canadian Forest Fire Weather Index (FWI). We highlight the benefit of using data-driven models jointly with other fire models to improve fire monitoring and prediction. Assessing agriculture's vulnerability to drought in European pre-Alpine regions Ruth Stephan, Stefano Terzi, Mathilde Erfurt, Silvia Cocuccioni, Kerstin Stahl, and Marc Zebisch Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 45–64, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-45-2023,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-23-45-2023, 2023 Short summary Short summary This study maps agriculture's vulnerability to drought in the European pre-Alpine regions of Thurgau (CH) and Podravska (SI). We combine region-specific knowledge with quantitative data mapping; experts of the study regions, far apart, identified a few common but more region-specific factors that we integrated in two vulnerability scenarios. We highlight the benefits of the participatory approach in improving the quantitative results and closing the gap between science and practitioners. Inferring surface energy fluxes using drone data assimilation in large eddy simulations Norbert Pirk, Kristoffer Aalstad, Sebastian Westermann, Astrid Vatne, Alouette van Hove, Lena Merete Tallaksen, Massimo Cassiani, and Gabriel Katul Atmos. Meas. Tech., 15, 7293–7314, https://doi.org/10.5194/amt-15-7293-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/amt-15-7293-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary In this study, we show how sparse and noisy drone measurements can be combined with an ensemble of turbulence-resolving wind simulations to estimate uncertainty-aware surface energy exchange. We demonstrate the feasibility of this drone data assimilation framework in a series of synthetic and real-world experiments. This new framework can, in future, be applied to estimate energy and gas exchange in heterogeneous landscapes more representatively than conventional methods. Spatiotemporal changes of drought area as input for a machine-learning approach for crop yield prediction Vitali Diaz, Ahmed A. A. Osman, Gerald A. Corzo Perez, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Shreedhar Maskey, and Dimitri Solomatine Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2022-252,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2022-252, 2022 Preprint withdrawn Short summary Short summary Drought impacts on crops can be assessed in terms of crop yield (CY) variation. The hypothesis is that the spatiotemporal change of drought area is a good input to predict CY. A step-by-step approach for predicting CY is built based on two types of machine learning models. Drought area was found suitable for predicting CY. Since it is currently possible to calculate drought areas within drought monitoring systems, the prediction of drought impacts can be integrated directly into them. Lessons from the 2018â2019 European droughts: a collective need for unifying drought risk management Veit Blauhut, Michael Stoelzle, Lauri Ahopelto, Manuela I. Brunner, Claudia Teutschbein, Doris E. Wendt, Vytautas Akstinas, Sigrid J. Bakke, Lucy J. Barker, Lenka BartoÅ¡ovÃ¡, Agrita Briede, Carmelo Cammalleri, Ksenija CindriÄ Kalin, Lucia De Stefano, Miriam FendekovÃ¡, David C. Finger, Marijke Huysmans, Mirjana Ivanov, Jaak Jaagus, JiÅÃ JakubÃnskÃ½, Svitlana Krakovska, Gregor Laaha, Monika Lakatos, Kiril Manevski, Mathias Neumann Andersen, Nina Nikolova, Marzena Osuch, Pieter van Oel, Kalina Radeva, Renata J. Romanowicz, Elena Toth, Mirek Trnka, Marko UroÅ¡ev, Julia Urquijo Reguera, Eric Sauquet, Aleksandra Stevkov, Lena M. Tallaksen, Iryna Trofimova, Anne F. Van Loon, Michelle T. H. van Vliet, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Niko Wanders, Micha Werner, Patrick Willems, and Nenad Å½ivkoviÄ Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 2201–2217, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2201-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2201-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary Recent drought events caused enormous damage in Europe. We therefore questioned the existence and effect of current drought management strategies on the actual impacts and how drought is perceived by relevant stakeholders. Over 700 participants from 28 European countries provided insights into drought hazard and impact perception and current management strategies. The study concludes with an urgent need to collectively combat drought risk via a European macro-level drought governance approach. Different drought types and the spatial variability in their hazard, impact, and propagation characteristics Erik Tijdeman, Veit Blauhut, Michael Stoelzle, Lucas Menzel, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 2099–2116, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2099-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-2099-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary We identified different drought types with typical hazard and impact characteristics. The summer drought type with compounding heat was most impactful. Regional drought propagation of this drought type exhibited typical characteristics that can guide drought management. However, we also found a large spatial variability that caused distinct differences among propagating drought signals. Accordingly, local multivariate drought information was needed to explain the full range of drought impacts. Invited perspectives: A research agenda towards disaster risk management pathways in multi-(hazard-)risk assessment Philip J. Ward, James Daniell, Melanie Duncan, Anna Dunne, CÃ©dric Hananel, Stefan Hochrainer-Stigler, Annegien Tijssen, Silvia Torresan, Roxana Ciurean, Joel C. Gill, Jana Sillmann, AnaÃ¯s Couasnon, Elco Koks, Noemi PadrÃ³n-Fumero, Sharon Tatman, Marianne Tronstad Lund, Adewole Adesiyun, Jeroen C. J. H. Aerts, Alexander Alabaster, Bernard Bulder, Carlos Campillo Torres, Andrea Critto, RaÃºl HernÃ¡ndez-MartÃn, Marta Machado, Jaroslav Mysiak, Rene Orth, Irene Palomino AntolÃn, Eva-Cristina Petrescu, Markus Reichstein, Timothy Tiggeloven, Anne F. Van Loon, Hung Vuong Pham, and Marleen C. de Ruiter Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 1487–1497, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-1487-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-1487-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary The majority of natural-hazard risk research focuses on single hazards (a flood, a drought, a volcanic eruption, an earthquake, etc.). In the international research and policy community it is recognised that risk management could benefit from a more systemic approach. In this perspective paper, we argue for an approach that addresses multi-hazard, multi-risk management through the lens of sustainability challenges that cut across sectors, regions, and hazards. Education, financial aid, and awareness can reduce smallholder farmers' vulnerability to drought under climate change Marthe L. K. Wens, Anne F. van Loon, Ted I. E. Veldkamp, and Jeroen C. J. H. Aerts Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 1201–1232, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-1201-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-1201-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary In this paper, we present an application of the empirically calibrated drought risk adaptation model ADOPT for the case of smallholder farmers in the Kenyan drylands. ADOPT is used to evaluate the effect of various top-down drought risk reduction interventions (extension services, early warning systems, ex ante cash transfers, and low credit rates) on individual and community drought risk (adaptation levels, food insecurity, poverty, emergency aid) under different climate change scenarios. A geography of drought indices: mismatch between indicators of drought and its impacts on water and food securities Sarra Kchouk, Lieke A. Melsen, David W. Walker, and Pieter R. van Oel Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 323–344, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-323-2022,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-22-323-2022, 2022 Short summary Short summary The aim of our study was to question the validity of the assumed direct linkage between drivers of drought and its impacts on water and food securities, mainly found in the frameworks of drought early warning systems (DEWSs). We analysed more than 5000 scientific studies leading us to the conclusion that the local context can contribute to drought drivers resulting in these drought impacts. Our research aims to increase the relevance and utility of the information provided by DEWSs. Impacts of compound hotâdry extremes on US soybean yields Raed Hamed, Anne F. Van Loon, Jeroen Aerts, and Dim Coumou Earth Syst. Dynam., 12, 1371–1391, https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-12-1371-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-12-1371-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Soy yields in the US are affected by climate variability. We identify the main within-season climate drivers and highlight potential compound events and associated agricultural impacts. Our results show that soy yields are most negatively influenced by the combination of high temperature and low soil moisture during the summer crop reproductive period. Furthermore, we highlight the role of temperature and moisture coupling across the year in generating these hot–dry extremes and linked impacts. Machine-learning approach to crop yield prediction with the spatial extent of drought Vitali Diaz, Ahmed A. A. Osman, Gerald A. Corzo Perez, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Shreedhar Maskey, and Dimitri Solomatine Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2021-600,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2021-600, 2021 Preprint withdrawn Short summary Short summary Drought effects on crops are usually evaluated through crop yield (CY). The hypothesis is that the drought spatial extent is a good input to predict CY. A machine learning approach to predict crop yield is introduced. The use of drought area was found suitable. Since it is currently possible to calculate drought areas within drought monitoring systems, the direct application to predict drought effects can be integrated into them by following approaches such as the one presented or similar. The UNESCO FRIEND-Water program: accelerates, shares and transfers knowledge and innovation in hydrology across the world in the frame of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Program (IHP) Gil MahÃ©, Gamal Abdo, Ernest Amoussou, Telesphore Brou, Stephan Dietrich, Ahmed El Tayeb, Henny van Lanen, Mohamed Meddi, Anil Mishra, Didier Orange, Thi Phuong Quynh Le, Raphael Tshimanga, Patrick Valimba, Santiago Yepez, Andrew Ogilvie, and Oula Amrouni Proc. IAHS, 384, 5–18, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-384-5-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-384-5-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary The FRIEND-Water program (FWP) is the oldest and the most transverse program within the UNESCO IHP. It allows large communities of hydrologists to collaborate across borders on common shared data and scientific topics, addressed through 8 large world regions. Research priorities evolve according to the projections given by the member States during the IHP councils. FWP further activities follow the IHP IX program with the support of the Montpellier UNESCO Category II Center ICIREWAD. Evaluating integrated water management strategies to inform hydrological drought mitigation Doris E. Wendt, John P. Bloomfield, Anne F. Van Loon, Margaret Garcia, Benedikt Heudorfer, Joshua Larsen, and David M. Hannah Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 3113–3139, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-3113-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-3113-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Managing water demand and supply during droughts is complex, as highly pressured human–water systems can overuse water sources to maintain water supply. We evaluated the impact of drought policies on water resources using a socio-hydrological model. For a range of hydrogeological conditions, we found that integrated drought policies reduce baseflow and groundwater droughts most if extra surface water is imported, reducing the pressure on water resources during droughts. Numerical daemons of hydrological models are summoned by extreme precipitation Peter T. La Follette, Adriaan J. Teuling, Nans Addor, Martyn Clark, Koen Jansen, and Lieke A. Melsen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 5425–5446, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-5425-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-5425-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Hydrological models are useful tools that allow us to predict distributions and movement of water. A variety of numerical methods are used by these models. We demonstrate which numerical methods yield large errors when subject to extreme precipitation. As the climate is changing such that extreme precipitation is more common, we find that some numerical methods are better suited for use in hydrological models. Also, we find that many current hydrological models use relatively inaccurate methods. An inventory of Alpine drought impact reports to explore past droughts in a mountain region Ruth Stephan, Mathilde Erfurt, Stefano Terzi, Maja Å½un, BoÅ¡tjan Kristan, Klaus Haslinger, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 2485–2501, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-2485-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-2485-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary The Alpine Drought Impact report Inventory (EDIIALPS) archives drought impact reports across the European Alpine region with an increasing number of impacts over time. The most affected sectors are agriculture and livestock farming and public water supply, for which management strategies are essential for future climate regimes. We show spatial heterogeneity and seasonal differences between the impacted sectors and between impacts triggered by soil moisture drought and hydrological drought. Streamflow drought: implication of drought definitions and its application for drought forecasting Samuel J. Sutanto and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 3991–4023, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3991-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3991-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the differences within streamflow droughts derived using different identification approaches, namely the variable threshold, fixed threshold, and the Standardized Streamflow Index, including an analysis of both historical drought and implications for forecasting. Our results clearly show that streamflow droughts derived from different approaches deviate from each other in terms of drought occurrence, timing, duration, and deficit volume. Hydrological response to warm and dry weather: do glaciers compensate? Marit Van Tiel, Anne F. Van Loon, Jan Seibert, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 3245–3265, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3245-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-3245-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Glaciers can buffer streamflow during dry and warm periods, but under which circumstances can melt compensate precipitation deficits? Streamflow responses to warm and dry events were analyzed using long-term observations of 50 glacierized catchments in Norway, Canada, and the European Alps. Region, timing of the event, relative glacier cover, and antecedent event conditions all affect the level of compensation during these events. This implies that glaciers do not compensate straightforwardly. Seasonal discharge response to temperature-driven changes in evaporation and snow processes in the Rhine Basin Joost Buitink, Lieke A. Melsen, and Adriaan J. Teuling Earth Syst. Dynam., 12, 387–400, https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-12-387-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-12-387-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Higher temperatures influence both evaporation and snow processes. These two processes have a large effect on discharge but have distinct roles during different seasons. In this study, we study how higher temperatures affect the discharge via changed evaporation and snow dynamics. Higher temperatures lead to enhanced evaporation but increased melt from glaciers, overall lowering the discharge. During the snowmelt season, discharge was reduced further due to the earlier depletion of snow. Climate change impacts model parameter sensitivity â implications for calibration strategy and model diagnostic evaluation Lieke Anna Melsen and BjÃ¶rn Guse Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 1307–1332, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1307-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1307-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Certain hydrological processes become more or less relevant when the climate changes. This should also be visible in the models that are used for long-term predictions of river flow as a consequence of climate change. We investigated this using three different models. The change in relevance should be reflected in how the parameters of the models are determined. In the different models, different processes become more relevant in the future: they disagree with each other. The impact of hydrological model structure on the simulation of extreme runoff events Gijs van Kempen, Karin van der Wiel, and Lieke Anna Melsen Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 961–976, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-961-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-21-961-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary In this study, we combine climate model results with a hydrological model to investigate uncertainties in flood and drought risk. With the climate model, 2000 years of current climate was created. The hydrological model consisted of several building blocks that we could adapt. In this way, we could investigate the effect of these hydrological building blocks on high- and low-flow risk in four different climate zones with return periods of up to 500 years. Behind the scenes of streamflow model performance LaurÃ¨ne J. E. Bouaziz, Fabrizio Fenicia, Guillaume Thirel, Tanja de Boer-Euser, Joost Buitink, Claudia C. Brauer, Jan De Niel, Benjamin J. Dewals, Gilles Drogue, Benjamin Grelier, Lieke A. Melsen, Sotirios Moustakas, Jiri Nossent, Fernando Pereira, Eric Sprokkereef, Jasper Stam, Albrecht H. Weerts, Patrick Willems, Hubert H. G. Savenije, and Markus Hrachowitz Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 1069–1095, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1069-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1069-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary We quantify the differences in internal states and fluxes of 12 process-based models with similar streamflow performance and assess their plausibility using remotely sensed estimates of evaporation, snow cover, soil moisture and total storage anomalies. The dissimilarities in internal process representation imply that these models cannot all simultaneously be close to reality. Therefore, we invite modelers to evaluate their models using multiple variables and to rely on multi-model studies. Groundwater and baseflow drought responses to synthetic recharge stress tests Jost Hellwig, Michael Stoelzle, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 1053–1068, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1053-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-1053-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Potential future groundwater and baseflow drought hazards depend on systems' sensitivity to altered recharge conditions. With three generic scenarios, we found different sensitivities across Germany driven by hydrogeology. While changes in drought hazard due to seasonal recharge shifts will be rather low, a lengthening of dry spells could cause stronger responses in regions with slow groundwater response to precipitation, urging local water management to prepare for more severe droughts. Improving the representation of high-latitude vegetation distribution in dynamic global vegetation models Peter Horvath, Hui Tang, Rune Halvorsen, Frode Stordal, Lena Merete Tallaksen, Terje Koren Berntsen, and Anders Bryn Biogeosciences, 18, 95–112, https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-18-95-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-18-95-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary We evaluated the performance of three methods for representing vegetation cover. Remote sensing provided the best match to a reference dataset, closely followed by distribution modelling (DM), whereas the dynamic global vegetation model (DGVM) in CLM4.5BGCDV deviated strongly from the reference. Sensitivity tests show that use of threshold values for predictors identified by DM may improve DGVM performance. The results highlight the potential of using DM in the development of DGVMs. Flood spatial coherence, triggers, and performance in hydrological simulations: large-sample evaluation of four streamflow-calibrated models Manuela I. Brunner, Lieke A. Melsen, Andrew W. Wood, Oldrich Rakovec, Naoki Mizukami, Wouter J. M. Knoben, and Martyn P. Clark Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 25, 105–119, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-105-2021,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-25-105-2021, 2021 Short summary Short summary Assessments of current, local, and regional flood hazards and their future changes often involve the use of hydrologic models. A reliable model ideally reproduces both local flood characteristics and regional aspects of flooding. In this paper we investigate how such characteristics are represented by hydrologic models. Our results show that both the modeling of local and regional flood characteristics are challenging, especially under changing climate conditions. Creative practice as a tool to build resilience to natural hazards in the Global South Anne F. Van Loon, Imogen Lester-Moseley, Melanie Rohse, Phil Jones, and Rosie Day Geosci. Commun., 3, 453–474, https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-3-453-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-3-453-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The Global South is vulnerable to natural hazards like floods and droughts, but creativity could support community preparedness. We mapped 267 papers that use a variety of art forms. They aim to raise the public's awareness or instigate adaptation by participants. In our pilot in South Africa, community members developed stories about preparing for future drought. This led to an imagination of future events, conversations about adaptation, intergenerational exchange, and increased awareness. A distributed simple dynamical systems approach (dS2 v1.0) for computationally efficient hydrological modelling at high spatio-temporal resolution Joost Buitink, Lieke A. Melsen, James W. Kirchner, and Adriaan J. Teuling Geosci. Model Dev., 13, 6093–6110, https://doi.org/10.5194/gmd-13-6093-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/gmd-13-6093-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary This paper presents a new distributed hydrological model: the distributed simple dynamical systems (dS2) model. The model is built with a focus on computational efficiency and is therefore able to simulate basins at high spatial and temporal resolution at a low computational cost. Despite the simplicity of the model concept, it is able to correctly simulate discharge in both small and mesoscale basins. The 2018 northern European hydrological drought and its drivers in a historical perspective Sigrid J. Bakke, Monica Ionita, and Lena M. Tallaksen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 5621–5653, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-5621-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-5621-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary This study provides an in-depth analysis of the 2018 northern European drought. Large parts of the region experienced 60-year record-breaking temperatures, linked to high-pressure systems and warm surrounding seas. Meteorological drought developed from May and, depending on local conditions, led to extreme low flows and groundwater drought in the following months. The 2018 event was unique in that it affected most of Fennoscandia as compared to previous droughts. The CH-IRP data set: a decade of fortnightly data on Î´2H and Î´18O in streamflow and precipitation in Switzerland Maria Staudinger, Stefan Seeger, Barbara Herbstritt, Michael Stoelzle, Jan Seibert, Kerstin Stahl, and Markus Weiler Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 12, 3057–3066, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-12-3057-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-12-3057-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The data set CH-IRP provides isotope composition in precipitation and streamflow from 23 Swiss catchments, being unique regarding its long-term multi-catchment coverage along an alpine–pre-alpine gradient. CH-IRP contains fortnightly time series of stable water isotopes from streamflow grab samples complemented by time series in precipitation. Sampling conditions, catchment and climate information, lab standards and errors are provided together with areal precipitation and catchment boundaries. Tropical drought risk: estimates combining gridded vulnerability and hazard data Alexandra Nauditt, Kerstin Stahl, Erasmo RodrÃguez, Christian Birkel, Rosa Maria Formiga-Johnsson, Kallio Marko, Hamish Hann, Lars Ribbe, Oscar M. Baez-Villanueva, and Joschka Thurner Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-2020-360,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-2020-360, 2020 Manuscript not accepted for further review Short summary Short summary Recurrent droughts are causing severe damages to tropical countries. We used gridded drought hazard and vulnerability data sets to map drought risk in four mesoscale rural tropical study regions in Latin America and Vietnam/Cambodia. Our risk maps clearly identified drought risk hotspots and displayed spatial and sector-wise distribution of hazard and vulnerability. As results were confirmed by local stakeholders our approach provides relevant information for drought managers in the Tropics. A multidisciplinary drought catalogue for southwestern Germany dating back toÂ 1801 Mathilde Erfurt, Georgios Skiadaresis, Erik Tijdeman, Veit Blauhut, JÃ¼rgen Bauhus, RÃ¼diger Glaser, Julia Schwarz, Willy Tegel, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2979–2995, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-2979-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-2979-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Droughts are multifaceted hazards with widespread negative consequences for the environment and society. This study explores different perspectives on drought and determines the added value of multidisciplinary datasets for a comprehensive understanding of past drought events in southwestern Germany. A long-term evaluation of drought frequency since 1801 revealed that events occurred in all decades, but a particular clustering was found in the mid-19th century and the most recent decade. Asymmetric impact of groundwater use on groundwater droughts Doris E. Wendt, Anne F. Van Loon, John P. Bloomfield, and David M. Hannah Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 4853–4868, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-4853-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-4853-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Groundwater use changes the availability of groundwater, especially during droughts. This study investigates the impact of groundwater use on groundwater droughts. A methodological framework is presented that was developed and applied to the UK. We identified an asymmetric impact of groundwater use on droughts, which highlights the relation between short-term and long-term strategies for sustainable groundwater use. Global distribution of hydrologic controls on forest growth Caspar T. J. Roebroek, Lieke A. Melsen, Anne J. Hoek van Dijke, Ying Fan, and Adriaan J. Teuling Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 4625–4639, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-4625-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-4625-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Vegetation is a principal component in the Earth system models that are used for weather, climate and other environmental predictions. Water is one of the main drivers of vegetation; however, the global distribution of how water influences vegetation is not well understood. This study looks at spatial patterns of photosynthesis and water sources (rain and groundwater) to obtain a first understanding of water access and limitations for the growth of global forests (proxy for natural vegetation). Hydrological Drought Characteristics Based on Groundwater and Runoff Across Europe Samuel Jonson Sutanto and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Proc. IAHS, 383, 281–290, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-281-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-281-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary This paper aims to analyze hydrological drought characteristics in the pan-European region based on past drought events from 1990 to 2017. Our study shows that the most severe droughts during our study period were observed from 1992 to 1997, where on average Europe experienced drought events, which lasted up to 4 months. Slow responding variables, such as groundwater, are better in showing extreme drought compared to fast responding variables such as runoff. Stress testing as complement to climate scenarios: recharge scenarios to quantify streamflow drought sensitivity Michael Stoelzle, Maria Staudinger, Kerstin Stahl, and Markus Weiler Proc. IAHS, 383, 43–50, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-43-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-43-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The role of recharge and catchment storage is crucial to understand streamflow drought sensitivity. Here we introduce a model experiment with recharge stress tests as complement to climate scenarios to quantify the streamflow drought sensitivities of catchments in Switzerland. We identified a pre-drought period of 12 months as maximum storage-memory for the study catchments. From stress testing, we found up to 200 days longer summer streamflow droughts and minimum flow reductions of 50 %–80 %. Drought monitoring and early warning in China: a review of research to pave the way for operational systems Lucy J. Barker, Jamie Hannaford, and Miaomiao Ma Proc. IAHS, 383, 273–279, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-273-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-273-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Drought monitoring and early warning are critical aspects of drought preparedness and can help mitigate impacts on society and the environment. We reviewed academic literature in England and Chinese on the topic of drought monitoring and early warning in China. The number of papers on this topic has increased substantially but the most recent advances have not been operationalised. We identify the methods that can be translated from the experimental to national, operational systems. Linking drought indices to impacts in the Liaoning Province of China Miaomiao Ma, Juan Lv, Zhicheng Su, Jamie Hannaford, Hongquan Sun, Yanping Qu, Zikang Xing, Lucy Barker, and Yaxu Wang Proc. IAHS, 383, 267–272, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-267-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-267-2020, 2020 The Groundwater Drought Initiative (GDI): Analysing and understanding groundwater drought across Europe Bentje Brauns, Daniela Cuba, John P. Bloomfield, David M. Hannah, Christopher Jackson, Ben P. Marchant, Benedikt Heudorfer, Anne F. Van Loon, HÃ©lÃ¨ne BessiÃ¨re, Bo Thunholm, and Gerhard Schubert Proc. IAHS, 383, 297–305, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-297-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-297-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary In Europe, ca. 65% of drinking water is groundwater. Its replenishment depends on rainfall, but droughts may cause groundwater levels to fall below normal. These groundwater droughts can limit supply, making it crucial to understand their regional connection. The Groundwater Drought Initiative (GDI) assesses spatial patterns in historicârecent groundwater droughts across Europe for the first time. Using an example dataset, we describe the background to the GDI and its methodological approach. The challenges of hydrological drought definition, quantification and communication: an interdisciplinary perspective Kerstin Stahl, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Jamie Hannaford, Erik Tijdeman, Gregor Laaha, Tobias Gauster, and Lena M. Tallaksen Proc. IAHS, 383, 291–295, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-291-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-291-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Numerous indices exist for the description of hydrological drought, some are based on absolute thresholds of overall streamflows or water levels and some are based on relative anomalies with respect to the season. This article discusses paradigms and experiences with such index uses in drought monitoring and drought analysis to raise awareness of the different interpretations of drought severity. Preface: Hydrological processes and water security in a changing world Zhongbo Yu, Chunhui Lu, Jianyuan Cai, Dazheng Yu, Gil Mahe, Anil Mishra, Christophe Cudennec, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Didier Orange, and Abou Amani Proc. IAHS, 383, 3–4, https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-3-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/piahs-383-3-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary The 8th Global FRIEND conference highlighted the advance in hydrological science and innovation in water management. 52 accepted papers cover study areas in precipitation and climate impact; observation, analysis and simulations of hydrologic processes; floods in the changing environments; drought monitoring and analysis; water resources and environmental impacts. The outcome of the conference presented in the proceedings will be shared and discussed widely among UNESCO IHP networks. Future streamflow regime changes in the United States: assessment using functional classification Manuela I. Brunner, Lieke A. Melsen, Andrew J. Newman, Andrew W. Wood, and Martyn P. Clark Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 3951–3966, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-3951-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-3951-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Streamflow seasonality is changing and expected to further change under the influence of climate change. We here assess how annual streamflow hydrographs will change in future by using a newly developed classification scheme. Our comparison of future with current annual hydrograph classes shows that robust changes are expected only for currently melt-influenced regions in the Rocky Mountains. These upstream changes may require the adaptation of management strategies in downstream regions. Skill of large-scale seasonal drought impact forecasts Samuel J. Sutanto, Melati van der Weert, Veit Blauhut, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 1595–1608, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-1595-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-1595-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Present-day drought early warning systems only provide information on drought hazard forecasts. Here, we have developed drought impact functions to forecast drought impacts up to 7 months ahead using machine learning techniques, logistic regression, and random forest. Our results show that random forest produces a higher-impact forecasting skill than logistic regression. For German county levels, drought impacts can be forecasted up to 4 months ahead using random forest. Review article: Natural hazard risk assessments at the global scale Philip J. Ward, Veit Blauhut, Nadia Bloemendaal, James E. Daniell, Marleen C. de Ruiter, Melanie J. Duncan, Robert Emberson, Susanna F. Jenkins, Dalia Kirschbaum, Michael Kunz, Susanna Mohr, Sanne Muis, Graeme A. Riddell, Andreas SchÃ¤fer, Thomas Stanley, Ted I. E. Veldkamp, and Hessel C. Winsemius Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 1069–1096, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-1069-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-1069-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary We review the scientific literature on natural hazard risk assessments at the global scale. In doing so, we examine similarities and differences between the approaches taken across the different hazards and identify potential ways in which different hazard communities can learn from each other. Finally, we discuss opportunities for learning from methods and approaches being developed and applied to assess natural hazard risks at more continental or regional scales. Linking drought indices to impacts to support drought risk assessment in Liaoning province, China Yaxu Wang, Juan Lv, Jamie Hannaford, Yicheng Wang, Hongquan Sun, Lucy J. Barker, Miaomiao Ma, Zhicheng Su, and Michael Eastman Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 889–906, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-889-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-20-889-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary Due to the specific applicability of drought impact indicators, this study identifies which drought indicators are suitable for characterising drought impacts and the contribution of vulnerability factors. The results show that the relationship varies across different drought impacts and cities; some factors have a strong positive correlation with drought vulnerability. This study can support drought planning work and provide background for the indices used in drought monitoring applications. Beyond binary baseflow separation: a delayed-flow index for multiple streamflow contributions Michael Stoelzle, Tobias Schuetz, Markus Weiler, Kerstin Stahl, and Lena M. Tallaksen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 24, 849–867, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-849-2020,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-24-849-2020, 2020 Short summary Short summary During dry weather, different delayed sources of runoff (e.g. from groundwater, wetlands or snowmelt) modulate the magnitude and variability of streamflow. Hydrograph separation methods often do not distinguish these delayed contributions and mostly pool them into only two components (i.e. quickflow and baseflow). We propose a method that uncovers multiple components and demonstrates how they better reflect streamflow generation processes of different flow regimes. Historic hydrological droughts 1891â2015: systematic characterisation for a diverse set of catchments across theÂ UK Lucy J. Barker, Jamie Hannaford, Simon Parry, Katie A. Smith, Maliko Tanguy, and Christel Prudhomme Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 4583–4602, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-4583-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-4583-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary It is important to understand historic droughts in order to plan and prepare for possible future events. In this study we use the standardised streamflow index for 1891–2015 to systematically identify, characterise and rank hydrological drought events for 108 near-natural UK catchments. Results show when and where the most severe events occurred and describe events of the early 20th century, providing catchment-scale detail important for both science and planning applications of the future. A multi-objective ensemble approach to hydrological modelling in the UK: an application to historic drought reconstruction Katie A. Smith, Lucy J. Barker, Maliko Tanguy, Simon Parry, Shaun Harrigan, Tim P. Legg, Christel Prudhomme, and Jamie Hannaford Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 3247–3268, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-3247-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-3247-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary This paper describes the multi-objective calibration approach used to create a consistent dataset of reconstructed daily river flow data for 303 catchments in the UK over 1891–2015. The modelled data perform well when compared to observations, including in the timing and the classification of drought events. This method and data will allow for long-term studies of flow trends and past extreme events that have not been previously possible, enabling water managers to better plan for the future. Merits of novel high-resolution estimates and existing long-term estimates of humidity and incident radiation in a complex domain Helene Birkelund Erlandsen, Lena Merete Tallaksen, and JÃ¸rn Kristiansen Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 11, 797–821, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-11-797-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-11-797-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary Robust estimates of runoff, snow, and evaporation rely on high-quality estimates of incoming solar and thermal radiation at the surface and near surface humidity. Taking advantage of the physical soundness of a numerical weather reanalysis and the preciseness and spatial resolution of a national gridded temperature data set, new estimates of these variables are presented for Norway. Further, existing data sets and observations are compared, emphasizing daily correlation, trends, and gradients. Using paired catchments to quantify the human influence on hydrological droughts Anne F. Van Loon, Sally Rangecroft, Gemma Coxon, JosÃ© AgustÃn BreÃ±a Naranjo, Floris Van Ogtrop, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 1725–1739, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1725-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1725-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary We explore the use of the classic paired-catchment approach to quantify human influence on hydrological droughts. In this approach two similar catchments are compared and differences are attributed to the human activity present in one. In two case studies in UK and Australia, we found that groundwater abstraction aggravated streamflow drought by > 200 % and water transfer alleviated droughts with 25–80 %. Understanding the human influence on droughts can support water management decisions. Effects of univariate and multivariate bias correction on hydrological impact projections in alpine catchments Judith Meyer, Irene Kohn, Kerstin Stahl, Kirsti Hakala, Jan Seibert, and Alex J. Cannon Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 1339–1354, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1339-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-1339-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary Several multivariate bias correction methods have been developed recently, but only a few studies have tested the effect of multivariate bias correction on hydrological impact projections. This study shows that incorporating or ignoring inter-variable relations between air temperature and precipitation can have a notable effect on the projected snowfall fraction. The effect translated to considerable consequences for the glacio-hydrological responses and streamflow components of the catchments. Streamflow forecast sensitivity to air temperature forecast calibration for 139 Norwegian catchments Trine J. Hegdahl, KolbjÃ¸rn Engeland, Ingelin Steinsland, and Lena M. Tallaksen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 23, 723–739, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-723-2019,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-23-723-2019, 2019 Short summary Short summary Flood forecasting relies on high-quality meteorological data. This study shows how improved temperature forecasts improve streamflow forecasts in most cases, with the degree of improvement depending on season and region. To improve temperature forecasts further, catchment-specific methods should be developed to account for these seasonal and regional differences. In short, for climates with a seasonal snow cover, higher-quality temperature forecasts clearly improve flood forecasts. An assessment of trends and potential future changes in groundwater-baseflow drought based on catchment response times Jost Hellwig and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 6209–6224, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-6209-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-6209-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary Due to the lack of long-term observations, insights into changes of groundwater resources are obscured. In this paper we assess past and potential future changes in groundwater drought in headwater catchments using a baseflow approach. There are a few past trends which are highly dependent on the period of analysis. Catchments with short response times are found to have a higher sensitivity to projected seasonal precipitation shifts, urging for a local management based on response times. Positive and negative human-modified droughts: a quantitative approach illustrated with two Iranian catchments Elham Kakaei, Hamid Reza Moradi, Ali Reza Moghaddam Nia, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2018-124,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2018-124, 2018 Preprint withdrawn Technical note: Representing glacier geometry changes in a semi-distributed hydrological model Jan Seibert, Marc J. P. Vis, Irene Kohn, Markus Weiler, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 2211–2224, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-2211-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-2211-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary In many glacio-hydrological models glacier areas are assumed to be constant over time, which is a crucial limitation. Here we describe a novel approach to translate mass balances as simulated by the (glacio)hydrological model into glacier area changes. We combined the Δh approach of Huss et al. (2010) with the bucket-type model HBV and introduced a lookup table approach, which also allows periods with advancing glaciers to be represented, which is not possible with the original Huss method. Mapping (dis)agreement in hydrologic projections Lieke A. Melsen, Nans Addor, Naoki Mizukami, Andrew J. Newman, Paul J. J. F. Torfs, Martyn P. Clark, Remko Uijlenhoet, and Adriaan J. Teuling Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 1775–1791, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1775-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1775-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary Long-term hydrological predictions are important for water management planning, but are also prone to uncertainty. This study investigates three sources of uncertainty for long-term hydrological predictions in the US: climate models, hydrological models, and hydrological model parameters. Mapping the results revealed spatial patterns in the three sources of uncertainty: different sources of uncertainty dominate in different regions. Human influences on streamflow drought characteristics in England and Wales Erik Tijdeman, Jamie Hannaford, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 1051–1064, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1051-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-1051-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary In this study, a screening approach was applied on a set of streamflow records for which various human influences are indicated to identify streamflow records that have drought characteristics that deviate from those expected under pristine conditions. Prolonged streamflow drought duration, a weaker correlation between streamflow and precipitation, and changes in streamflow drought occurrence over time were related to human influences such as groundwater abstractions or reservoir operations. The role of glacier changes and threshold definition in the characterisation of future streamflow droughts in glacierised catchments Marit Van Tiel, Adriaan J. Teuling, Niko Wanders, Marc J. P. Vis, Kerstin Stahl, and Anne F. Van Loon Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 22, 463–485, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-463-2018,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-22-463-2018, 2018 Short summary Short summary Glaciers are important hydrological reservoirs. Short-term variability in glacier melt and also glacier retreat can cause droughts in streamflow. In this study, we analyse the effect of glacier changes and different drought threshold approaches on future projections of streamflow droughts in glacierised catchments. We show that these different methodological options result in different drought projections and that these options can be used to study different aspects of streamflow droughts. Developing drought impact functions for drought risk management Sophie Bachmair, Cecilia Svensson, Ilaria Prosdocimi, Jamie Hannaford, and Kerstin Stahl Nat. Hazards Earth Syst. Sci., 17, 1947–1960, https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-17-1947-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-17-1947-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary This study tests the potential for developing empirical drought impact functions based on hydro-meteorological drought indicators as predictors and text-based reports on drought impacts as a surrogate variable for drought damage. We showcase three data-driven modeling approaches and assess the effect of impact report quantification method. Effects of shrub and tree cover increase on the near-surface atmosphere in northern Fennoscandia Johanne H. Rydsaa, Frode Stordal, Anders Bryn, and Lena M. Tallaksen Biogeosciences, 14, 4209–4227, https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-14-4209-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-14-4209-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary We investigate the atmospheric sensitivity to an expansion in shrub and tree cover in the northern Fennoscandia region. We applied a regional weather and climate model in evaluating biophysical effects of increased shrub cover at a fine resolution. We find that shrub cover increase causes a warming that is sensitive to the shrub and tree heights. Cooling effects include increased snow cover, cloud cover, and precipitation. We show that the net warming will likely increase in the future. Humanâwater interface in hydrological modelling: current status and future directions Yoshihide Wada, Marc F. P. Bierkens, Ad de Roo, Paul A. Dirmeyer, James S. Famiglietti, Naota Hanasaki, Megan Konar, Junguo Liu, Hannes MÃ¼ller Schmied, Taikan Oki, Yadu Pokhrel, Murugesu Sivapalan, Tara J. Troy, Albert I. J. M. van Dijk, Tim van Emmerik, Marjolein H. J. Van Huijgevoort, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Charles J. VÃ¶rÃ¶smarty, Niko Wanders, and Howard Wheater Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 4169–4193, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-4169-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-4169-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary Rapidly increasing population and human activities have altered terrestrial water fluxes on an unprecedented scale. Awareness of potential water scarcity led to first global water resource assessments; however, few hydrological models considered the interaction between terrestrial water fluxes and human activities. Our contribution highlights the importance of human activities transforming the Earth's water cycle, and how hydrological models can include such influences in an integrated manner. Frequently used drought indices reflect different drought conditions on global scale Niko Wanders, Anne F. Van Loon, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2017-512,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-2017-512, 2017 Revised manuscript has not been submitted Short summary Short summary This paper investigates the similarities between frequently used drought indicators and how they should be used for global drought monitoring. We find that drought indicators that should monitor drought in the same hydrological domain show high discrepancy in their anomalies and thus drought detection. This shows that the current ways of monitoring drought events is not sufficient to fully capture the complexity of drought events and monitor the socio-economic impact of these large-scale events. The EuropeanÂ 2015 drought from a hydrological perspective Gregor Laaha, Tobias Gauster, Lena M. Tallaksen, Jean-Philippe Vidal, Kerstin Stahl, Christel Prudhomme, Benedikt Heudorfer, Radek Vlnas, Monica Ionita, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Mary-Jeanne Adler, Laurie Caillouet, Claire Delus, Miriam Fendekova, Sebastien Gailliez, Jamie Hannaford, Daniel Kingston, Anne F. Van Loon, Luis Mediero, Marzena Osuch, Renata Romanowicz, Eric Sauquet, James H. Stagge, and Wai K. Wong Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 3001–3024, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-3001-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-3001-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary In 2015 large parts of Europe were affected by a drought. In terms of low flow magnitude, a region around the Czech Republic was most affected, with return periods > 100 yr. In terms of deficit volumes, the drought was particularly severe around S. Germany where the event lasted notably long. Meteorological and hydrological events developed differently in space and time. For an assessment of drought impacts on water resources, hydrological data are required in addition to meteorological indices. Hydrology of inland tropical lowlands: the Kapuas and Mahakam wetlands Hidayat Hidayat, Adriaan J. Teuling, Bart Vermeulen, Muh Taufik, Karl Kastner, Tjitske J. Geertsema, Dinja C. C. Bol, Dirk H. Hoekman, Gadis Sri Haryani, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Robert M. Delinom, Roel Dijksma, Gusti Z. Anshari, Nining S. Ningsih, Remko Uijlenhoet, and Antonius J. F. Hoitink Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 2579–2594, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-2579-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-2579-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary Hydrological prediction is crucial but in tropical lowland it is difficult, considering data scarcity and river system complexity. This study offers a view of the hydrology of two tropical lowlands in Indonesia. Both lowlands exhibit the important role of upstream wetlands in regulating the flow downstream. We expect that this work facilitates a better prediction of fire-prone conditions in these regions. Testing the use of standardised indices and GRACE satellite data to estimate the European 2015 groundwater drought in near-real time Anne F. Van Loon, Rohini Kumar, and Vimal Mishra Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 1947–1971, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-1947-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-1947-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary Summer 2015 was extremely dry in Europe, hampering groundwater supply to irrigation and drinking water. For effective management, the groundwater situation should be monitored in real time, but data are not available. We tested two methods to estimate groundwater in near-real time, based on satellite data and using the relationship between rainfall and historic groundwater levels. The second method gave a good spatially variable representation of the 2015 groundwater drought in Europe. The European 2015 drought from a climatological perspective Monica Ionita, Lena M. Tallaksen, Daniel G. Kingston, James H. Stagge, Gregor Laaha, Henny A. J. Van Lanen, Patrick Scholz, Silvia M. Chelcea, and Klaus Haslinger Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 21, 1397–1419, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-1397-2017,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-21-1397-2017, 2017 Short summary Short summary This paper analyses the European summer drought of 2015 from a climatological perspective, including its origin and spatial and temporal development, and how it compares with the 2003 event. It discusses the main contributing factors controlling the occurrence and persistence of the event: temperature and precipitation anomalies, blocking episodes and sea surface temperatures. The results represent the outcome of a collaborative initiative of members of UNESCOâs FRIEND-Water program. Multi-method assessment of reservoir effects on hydrological droughts in an arid region Sally Rangecroft, Anne F. Van Loon, HÃ©ctor Maureira, Koen Verbist, and David M. Hannah Earth Syst. Dynam. Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-2016-57,https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-2016-57, 2016 Preprint withdrawn Short summary Short summary This paper on anthropogenic droughts looks at the interactions of human activity and "natural" processes. Using a case study of the introduction of a reservoir in a Chilean river basin and a new methodology, we established the most effective way forward for quantifying human activities on hydrological drought: the "threshold level" method with an "undisturbed" time period as the threshold. This will increase our understanding on how human activities are impacting the hydrological system. Controls on hydrologic drought duration in near-natural streamflow in Europe and the USA Erik Tijdeman, Sophie Bachmair, and Kerstin Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 4043–4059, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-4043-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-4043-2016, 2016 Drought in a human-modified world: reframing drought definitions, understanding, and analysis approaches Anne F. Van Loon, Kerstin Stahl, Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Julian Clark, Sally Rangecroft, Niko Wanders, Tom Gleeson, Albert I. J. M. Van Dijk, Lena M. Tallaksen, Jamie Hannaford, Remko Uijlenhoet, Adriaan J. Teuling, David M. Hannah, Justin Sheffield, Mark Svoboda, Boud Verbeiren, Thorsten Wagener, and Henny A. J. Van Lanen Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 3631–3650, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-3631-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-3631-2016, 2016 Short summary Short summary In the Anthropocene, drought cannot be viewed as a natural hazard independent of people. Drought can be alleviated or made worse by human activities and drought impacts are dependent on a myriad of factors. In this paper, we identify research gaps and suggest a framework that will allow us to adequately analyse and manage drought in the Anthropocene. We need to focus on attribution of drought to different drivers, linking drought to its impacts, and feedbacks between drought and society. Estimating drought risk across Europe from reported drought impacts, drought indices, and vulnerability factors Veit Blauhut, Kerstin Stahl, James Howard Stagge, Lena M. Tallaksen, Lucia De Stefano, and JÃ¼rgen Vogt Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2779–2800, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2779-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2779-2016, 2016 A quantitative analysis to objectively appraise drought indicators and model drought impacts S. Bachmair, C. Svensson, J. Hannaford, L. J. Barker, and K. Stahl Hydrol. Earth Syst. Sci., 20, 2589–2609, https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2589-2016,https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-20-2589-2016, 2016 Short summary Short summary To date, there is little empirical evidence as to which indicator best represents drought impact occurrence for any given region and/or sector. We therefore exploited text-based data from the European Drought Impact report Inventory (EDII) to evaluate drought indicators, empirically determine indicator thresholds, and model drought impacts. A quantitative analysis using Germany and the UK as a testbed proved to be a useful tool for objectively appraising drought indicators. From meteorological to hydrological drought using standardised indicators Lucy J. Barker, Jamie Hannaford
1010	dbpedia	2	87	https://www.skygroup.sky/article/british-basketball-league-returns-to-sky-sports	en	British Basketball League returns to Sky Sports	https://static.skyassets…etball-thumb.jpg	https://static.skyassets…etball-thumb.jpg	[ "https://static.skyassets.com/contentstack/assets/bltdc2476c7b6b194dd/bltc5f8334a1e6d9c74/654cc103bb246f040a4dc4cd/Sky_Logo_Small.png", "https://static.skyassets.com/contentstack/assets/bltdc2476c7b6b194dd/bltc72b54af62739508/5fae55ff46f622769b5edfca/Basketball-Main.jpg?downsize=1200:*&output-format=jpg", "http...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	Sky Sports to show the BBL in a two-year agreement	en	https://static.skyassets…4c5f/Favicon.png		null	Sky Sports will show 30 live matches a season Sky Sports will air both the men’s and women’s finals including BBL Trophy Final, BBL Cup Final, BBL Playoffs. Kieron Achara MBE and Drew Lasker to be part of the Sky Sports broadcasting team Newcastle Eagles v London Lions to headline the opening night’s action on December 3 in a double header also featuring B. Braun Sheffield Sharks v Cheshire Phoenix live from Eagles Community Arena. Sky Sports Arena and Sky Sports Main Event, 4.30pm London, 13 December. Sky Sports has announced that coverage of the British Basketball League will return to Sky’s screens this season. The two-year agreement will see Sky Sports air 30 live BBL matches a season. As part of the agreement Sky Sports will air both the men’s and women’s finals including BBL Trophy Final, BBL Cup Final, BBL Playoffs. Sky Sports will broadcast a double header live from the Eagles Community Arena on December 3 to kick-start the coverage. Newcastle Eagles, who are the BBL’s most successful side with 25 major titles to their name, host a London Lions side who have been very busy adding to their line up in the close season in an eagerly anticipated opening night encounter. B. Braun Sheffield Sharks will tip-off against Cheshire Phoenix in the season opener earlier in the evening. Both matches will be live on Sky Sports Arena and Sky Sports Main Event from 4.30pm It promises to be a highly exciting time for British Basketball as the road to the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham draws ever closer. Sky Sports coverage will include expert analysis from Kieron Achara MBE, who was part of the London 2012 Olympics Basketball squad, and current Newcastle star Drew Lasker. Sky Sports Managing Director Rob Webster said: “We are delighted to welcome the BBL back to Sky Sports. We look forward to showcasing the best of basketball from across the country in what promises to be a busy but exciting period with the 2022 Commonwealth Games on the horizon. We hope an event of that magnitude on UK shores will enable what is a big participation sport to continue its growth. We at Sky Sports are thrilled to be able to support the sport. “With continued coverage of the NBA and WNBA, the addition of the BBL makes Sky Sports the home of basketball. We can’t wait for the action to get underway on December 3 from Eagles Community Arena” BBL Chairman Sir Rodney Walker said: “It is fantastic to be teaming up again with Sky Sports to bring the excitement and action of the BBL to basketball fans at home. We are going to see some excellent games this season as there are incredible British and international players at all 11 clubs. We look forward to working with Sky Sports and Buzz16 to showcase the best of British basketball over the next two years.” Kieron Achara MBE said: “Although I may have stopped playing, I’m still part of the BBL family so it’s great to see this partnership with Sky Sports giving BBL the attention it deserves. I’m looking forward to working with Sky Sports to share the sport I love and grow our community.” Buzz16 Productions will produce BBL coverage for Sky Sports. Additionally, they will commit to including Mama Youth graduates on the production team for BBL coverage. https://www.mamayouth.org.uk/ Sky Sports is the home of basketball in the UK and Ireland with the BBL complemented by exclusively live coverage of the NBA and WNBA on the channel. Clips, highlights and best-of content can be found on skysports.com, YouTube and Sky Sports’ social media platforms. Sky Sports – BBL Coverage Details December 3 – Coverage underway at 4.30 on Sky Sports Arena and Sky Sports Main Event B. Braun Sheffield Sharks v Cheshire Phoenix (Tip-off 5.00) Newcastle Eagles v London Lions (Tip-off 7.30) For more information Sky Sports PR 020 7032 1445 skypress@sky.uk About Sky Sky is Europe’s leading media and entertainment company and is proud to be part of the Comcast group. Across six countries, we connect our 24 million customers to the best entertainment, sports, news, arts and to our own award-winning original content. Our technology, including the market leading Sky Q, connects people to everything they love - TV, music, games, online video, fitness and educational content, all in one place, easy. Our streaming service, NOW TV, brings viewers all the enjoyment of Sky with the flexibility of a contract-free service. Building on the success of Sky Originals like Chernobyl, I Hate Suzie and Brassic, we are doubling our investment in original content by 2024 through Sky Studios. Sky News provides impartial and trustworthy journalism for free, while Sky Arts, the UK’s only dedicated free-to-air arts channel, makes the arts accessible for everyone. Our new TV and movie studio, Sky Studios Elstree, is expected to create over 2,000 new jobs and generate an additional £3 billion of production investment in the UK over the first five years alone. We believe that we can be a force for good in the communities in which we operate. We’re committed to being Europe’s first net zero carbon entertainment company by 2030. We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we’ve been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for our commitment to diversity and we’ve put in place a new programme to invest £30million across our markets over the next three years to tackle racial injustice. About British Basketball League The British Basketball League (BBL) has been at the pinnacle of British hoops since its inception in 1987, and represents the highest level of the professional game in the UK. The League has a colourful history that spans over 30 years including great teams, dynasties, memorable moments, and unforgettable players and coaches. There are currently 11 franchises in the League. All clubs are equal shareholders in the League with a separate independent Management Board overseeing implementation of the Business Plan and day to day running of the League. The current franchises are: - Bristol Flyers - Cheshire Phoenix - Glasgow Rocks - Leicester Riders - London Lions - Manchester Giants - Newcastle Eagles - Plymouth Raiders - B. Braun Sheffield Sharks - Surrey Scorchers - Worcester Wolves BBL clubs are increasingly built on the foundations of strong community programmes. Whilst providing positive role models for young people, clubs are also actively involved in developing the next generation of British basketball players and promoting the sport, and associated healthy lifestyles, to young people in their localities.
1010	dbpedia	2	68	https://wacricketfoundation.com.au/wa-cricket-clears-the-boundary-at-wa-sport-awards/	en	WA Cricket Clears the Boundary at WA Sport Awards – WA Cricket Foundation	https://wacricketfoundat…icon-150x150.jpg	https://wacricketfoundat…icon-150x150.jpg	[ "https://wacricketfoundation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/WACF-HOR-v2-RGB-1.png", "https://wacricketfoundation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/SSA0497.jpg" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Sophie McGinty" ]	2024-03-05T13:21:20+08:00		en	/wp-content/uploads/logo_wacf_favicon-150x150.jpg		https://wacricketfoundation.com.au/wa-cricket-clears-the-boundary-at-wa-sport-awards/	A remarkable year was recognised at the 2023 WA Sport Awards with WA Cricket dominating the honours, culminating with the inaugural Organisation of the Year. The all-conquering WA Men’s outfit was named Team of the Year after winning the 2022-23 Marsh Sheffield Shield and Marsh One-Day Cup titles. They became just the second side in the history of Australian domestic cricket to successfully defend the Shield and One-Day Cup double, outpointing Victoria (Shield) and South Australia (One-Day Cup) in each decider. Head Coach Adam Voges oversaw both titles as well as Perth Scorchers’ KFC BBL\|12 championship, earning his second successive Coach of the Year award. Voges, whose new two-year deal with WA and the Scorchers was announced yesterday, is the first Head Coach to win all three Australian domestic championships in consecutive years. “I think there’s still plenty to achieve for our program,” Voges said. “We measure success in a number of different ways, from the achievements that we’ve been able to have on the field, through to bringing some of our younger players up the ranks. “We’re working to make sure Western Australian cricket is strong now, and that it will be in five years’ time as well.” In a nod to the most successful 12-month period in the association’s history, WA Cricket took out the inaugural Organisation of the Year award. WA Cricket CEO Christina Matthews said receiving the award was a great honour. “To be selected as the inaugural recipient of this award is a special accolade for WA Cricket,” Matthews said. “Each and every person who works, plays and volunteers for our organisation has influenced our success on and off the field, and this award is deserving recognition of their outstanding contribution.” In addition to winning the trio of men’s domestic titles, WA Cricket became the first Australian cricketing organisation to initiate a Pride-themed match, which was launched during the Weber WBBL\|08 and KFC BBL\|13 seasons. Additionally, the WA Cricket Foundation is driving change in the lives of young women; fostering connections with Aboriginal communities; and creating safe spaces for young people of all abilities. WA Cricket Foundation partner Team Connect was named Sport Initiative of the Year, highlighting the Foundation’s ongoing work with young women in cricket. Team Connect is a free community engagement program that supports teenage girls from traditionally low participation groups to play cricket at their local club. The unique program connects local schools, clubs and communities in a simple model that has the potential to reduce social and emotional isolation for the participants and their families and, in turn, potentially improve educational and wellbeing outcomes.
1010	dbpedia	2	13	https://auscricket.com.au/about-us/player-awards/	en	Australian Cricketers' Association	https://cms.auscricket.c…jpg?v=1595554074	https://cms.auscricket.c…jpg?v=1595554074	[ "https://auscricket.com.au/logos/ACA-flat.png", "https://cms.auscricket.com.au/assets/images/GettyImages-1460757391.jpg?v=1680664635", "https://cms.auscricket.com.au/assets/images/GettyImages-1460731949.jpg?v=1680665865", "https://auscricket.com.au/logos/ACA_BLACK.png" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	The ACA is the collective and representative voice of past and present male and female elite domestic and international cricketers in Australia.		/favicon.ico		https://auscricket.com.au/about-us/player-awards	Australian Cricket Awards The Australian Cricket Awards are an annual event held to honour the best talent in the Australian cricketing community. The Allan Border Medal and Belinda Clark Award are presented to the most outstanding Australian male and female cricketer of the season. The Australian Cricket Awards, formerly known as the Allan Border Medal awards, began in 2000, honouring Australia's best cricketers. Players vote for their most outstanding male and female, international and domestic players, including their young players of the year. Community Champion Award Presented at the Australian Cricket Awards, the award, developed in partnership between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers’ Association, marks the latest evolution of the Australian Cricket Awards to better recognise and celebrate the performances of elite cricketers, both on and off the field. The Community Champion Award acknowledges the contribution current Australia players make to the broader community and is awarded to a state or national player who has gone above and beyond in charity or community work during the award period. Kerry Packer Award The Kerry Packer Award is the Australian Cricketers' Association's highest honour. It provides honorary life membership to the ACA, and is presented to members and non-members who are deemed to have served the ACA in an outstanding capacity. This award is judged by the ACA Board of Directors and a relative of the late Kerry Packer, and has a rich history of former winners. AllStar Teams of the Year At the conclusion of every competition or tournament, players vote for their 12 most valuable players. The ACA AllStar Teams of the Year include; Sheffield Shield, WNCL, Marsh Cup WBBL and BBL.
1010	dbpedia	2	44	https://www.bristolflyers.co.uk/news/andreas-kapoulas-claims-bbl-coach-of-the-month/	en	Andreas Kapoulas claims BBL Coach of the Month	https://www.bristolflyer…p_d_webstory.jpg	https://www.bristolflyer…p_d_webstory.jpg	[ "https://www.bristolflyers.co.uk/wp-content/themes/bristol-sport/AFZ/frontend/src/img/xledger.png?x33172", "https://www.bristolflyers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Bristol-Sport.svg?x33172", "https://www.bristolflyers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Robin_WHITE-RED-BREAST_RGB-179x300.png?x33172", "https:/...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	2022-12-01T13:29:20+00:00	Andreas Kapoulas has been awarded with the Molten Kevin Cadle BBL Coach of the Month award for November.	en	https://www.bristolflyer…vicon.png?x33172	Bristol Flyers	https://www.bristolflyers.co.uk/news/andreas-kapoulas-claims-bbl-coach-of-the-month/	The accolade comes after an undefeated month for Flyers, which saw them beat London Lions, Caledonia Gladiators, Cheshire Phoenix, and Manchester Giants. The wins have led Bristol to the top of the BBL Championship and through to the Cup Semi-Finals. On receiving the award, coach Kapoulas said: “I’m honoured, but really this is a team award and full credit goes to our players and our staff for putting us in this position. “Our focus is to keep on getting better every week, we’ve been talking about that throughout the season. We’re very appreciative of the recognition, however we want to keep going and we want to take our form into December, starting from the Sheffield game on Saturday.” Despite a 100 percent win rate in November, Coach Kapoulas feels there’s plenty more to come from the Flyers this season: “I thinks it’s important to keep on doing the things that have got us to this point. We’re still not the finished product, we have areas to improve on and we’re fully aware of that as a team and are working on that on a daily basis. “We take confidence from the results we’ve had and the performances that we’ve had so far, but at the same time we want to keep on looking forward. We want to be a team that is playing for things in April and May. We don’t want to be looking back in any way, we want to be looking forward and improving as a group.” Kapoulas highlighted the teams’ attitude as a key for recent success: “Overall, it’s a team approach for us, we have a lot of guys that will step up in different moments. I think that’s one of our real strengths. We’ve had to battle through injuries and guys have had to step up on occasions. I can see very often we have four or five guys in double digits, and different guys have those big games when we need them.”
1010	dbpedia	2	52	https://drnichter.com/category/article/skin/	en	Skin – Larry S. Nichter, MD, FACS	https://drnichter.com/wp…avicon-16x16.png	https://drnichter.com/wp…avicon-16x16.png	[ "https://drnichter.com/wp-content/uploads/uv-light-windows-skin-1024x585.jpeg", "https://drnichter.com/wp-content/uploads/miradry-logo-no-tag-1024x394.png", "https://drnichter.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/nichter-photo-150x150.jpg", "https://drnichter.com/wp-content/uploads/time-300x97.png", "https://drni...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null		en	https://drnichter.com/wp-content/themes/nichter4/img/icon/favicon.ico		null	Articles Skin Dr. Larry Nichter’s Study Highlights Photoprotective Windows and Films for Reducing Skin Cancer Risk People are exposed to ambient solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation throughout their daily routines, both intentionally and unintentionally. Cumulative and excessive exposure to UV radiation is the primary behavioral cause of skin cancers, skin damage, premature skin aging, and sun-related eye disorders. In the United States alone, more than one million new cases of skin cancer were diagnosed this year. UV radiation can reach the skin from all directions, as it is diffusely scattered by various environmental and atmospheric conditions. Even when a person is situated under a covering, such as the roof of a car or house, they are not completely protected from the sun’s rays. As shade structures do not effectively protect against UV radiation, there have been significant advancements in the photoprotection of glass through the development of specially designed photoprotective windows and films. Low-emittance (low-E) coatings, which are microscopically thin, virtually invisible metal or metallic oxide layers deposited on window or skylight glazing surfaces, reduce the U-factor by suppressing radiative heat flow and limiting UV radiation. The exclusive Thermaflect coating utilizes the most advanced, double-layer soft coat technology to deliver top performance for UV protection and prevent heat loss in homes. This product blocks 87% of UV radiation and has an Energy Star certification in all climate zones. Tints and films have also been an essential advancement in glass photoprotection, particularly in automobiles. High-quality window film products are high-tech laminates of polyester and metallized coatings bonded by distortion-free adhesives. The International Window Film Association provides members with accreditation in solar control films, safety films, and automotive films to increase consumer awareness and demand for professionally installed film window products. The Skin Cancer Foundation has also played a leadership role in certifying window films that limit UV transmission, with the Panorama Designer and Safety Films currently recommended for UV photoprotection. Given these innovative scientific and industrial advances in window and film photoprotective products, the study recommends their use in all residential, commercial, and school facilities to provide photoprotection and reduce the risk of skin cancer. To learn about non-invasive and minimally invasive ways to reverse sun damage and rejuvenate your skin, please see our award-winning services, ranked the best in Orange County, California, at BioSpa and Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nichter and his team are dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier, more youthful-looking skin through the latest advancements in skin care and plastic surgery techniques. Citation: Edlich RF, Winters KL, Cox MJ, Becker DG, Horowitz JH, Nichter LS, Britt LD, Long WB, Edlic EC. Use of UV-protective windows and window films to aid in the prevention of skin cancer. J Long Term Eff Med Implants. 2004;14(5):415-30. doi: 10.1615/jlongtermeffmedimplants.v14.i5.70. PMID: 15479155. MiraDry Sweat Reduction MiraDry Sweat Reduction is a non-invasive, FDA approved technology which reduces underarm sweat through the use of an electromagnetic energy source to target the sweat glands. During the procedure, the doctor uses local anesthesia to numb the area to be treated and then places a temporary tattoo with square diagrams on the skin to mark the area. The doctor places the treatment device on each of the treatment squares so the energy waves move through the skin and dermis to hit the fat and bounce back. The energy waves collide with each other, creating heat at the fat and dermal junction. This destroys the eccrine and apocrine sweat glands as well as the hair follicles within the dermis. The skin itself remains undamaged because it is simultaneously being cooled through the device. Am I A Candidate for MiraDry Sweat Reduction? The ideal candidate for MiraDry Sweat Reduction is anyone who suffers from excess sweat or odor in the underarm area that comes from eccrine glands that cause wetness and apocrine glands causes bacteria that creates odors. People who can greatly benefit from this procedure includes firemen, military personnel, and police officers due to the fact that they must wear heavy uniforms in the heat. Botox has also been used in sweat reduction treatment but it is only effective on eccrine glands and the results will not be as great if both sweat glands are not treated. A patient also needs to be treated twice per year with Botox to maintain the results at $1,000 per treatment, or $2000 total. MiraDry typically requires one treatment in a lifetime and the cost is between $2,000–$2,500. MiraDry is also good for patients who want to reduce their amount of underarm hair. Although it can benefit patients of various hair colors, it is most useful on patients with light colored hair. For a woman with light hair, it might take two or three treatments to remove all the underarm hair. In general, this procedure is ideal for a woman looking to have less sweat, less odor and less hair. Recovery and Downtime of MiraDry Sweat Reduction The procedure is really a minor one so most patients can drive themselves home after their appointment. Although the downtime and recovery is minimal with this procedure, everyone heals in their own way. Some patients may require a little more recovery while others are playing golf two days later. Either way, a patient should expect some swelling and soreness for two or three weeks. Over the counter medications can be used to treat any discomfort. Some patients may experience a little numbness around the treated area that could last up to twelve weeks. Results of MiraDry Sweat Reduction Since the body has no way of regenerating the glands that are destroyed during the MiraDry procedure, this procedure is permanent for around 80% of patients. The other 20% will have a significant improvement but will need to have a second procedure to gain their ideal results by taking care of the sweat glands which were left untreated. This 20% of patients will attain lasting results as well with the second procedure. MiraDry Sweat Reduction will not make the underarm area look or feel too dry. There will still be some moisture so that the underarm feels normal to the patient. However, the dripping is alleviated and there are no sweat stains to worry about. Limitations and Risks of MiraDry Sweat Reduction Even though a person might suffer from sweaty hands or other sweaty areas, MiraDry Sweat Reduction is limited to the armpit area. There are too many risks of nerve damage when using MiraDry in other areas of the body due to the nerves being close to the surface of the skin. During the earliest MiraDry Sweat Reduction procedures, only small amounts of local anesthesia were injected. This small amount caused incredibly thin patients to experience temporary nerve weakness as well as pain and discomfort. As the procedure developed and improved over time, a tumescent technique similar to the technique used during liposuction was adopted and greatly reduced the risk of pain and nerve weakness Sweating Elsewhere in the Body MiraDry Sweat Reduction has been used by doctors on patients in over 55,000 treatments all over the world. It’s important to note that humans are born with almost 2-million sweat glands located throughout the body. The underarm area only contains around 2% of the 2-million sweat glands in the body. Even though this procedure helps patients achieve relief by giving them dry underarms, they will continue to perspire as normally as before elsewhere in the body. Written by Cosmetic Town Editorial Team -SP Based in an exclusive interview with Larry Nichter, MD in Newport Beach Dr. Larry Nichter featured in Time Magazine’s Article “Nip. Tuck. Or Else.” Hitting newsstands today and Monday is an interesting article featuring Dr. Nichter and his patient, written by Joel Stein for Time Magazine, discussing the evolution of cosmetic surgery and it’s undeniable relevance in today’s world. The article titled “Nip. Tuck. Or Else” points out how thanks in part to social media we are now on the red carpet 24/7 posting pictures of ourselves on Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat, Vine, and more, so it’s imperative to look our best at all times. The social media frenzy is one reason why there has been a spike in the number of non-invasive procedures performed on the younger demographic. It can certainly be said that no longer are cosmetic procedures just for the aging population. Here is the full article – Nip. Tuck. Or Else.” by Joel Stein You’re going to have to do it. And not all that long from now. Probably not a full-on, general-anesthesia bone shaving or muscle slicing. But almost definitely some injections into your face. Very likely a session of fat melting in some areas and then possibly moving it to some other parts that could use plumping. Not because you hate yourself, fear aging or are vain. You’re going to get a cosmetic procedure for the same reason you wear makeup: because every other woman is. No, it’s not fair that–in 2015, with a woman leading the race for the Democratic nomination for President–in addition to dieting, coloring your hair, applying makeup and working out, you now have to let some doctor push syringes in your cheeks just to look presentable. It’s not fair that you have to put your surgery on your credit card just so the other moms on the playground don’t overestimate your age. It’s not fair that you may risk your life going under general anesthesia just to keep up. Then again, maybe it’s not fair that some women are born straight-nosed and full-breasted. That some people don’t have trouble staying thin. That workers with above-average looks will make $230,000 more over their lifetime than people who are in the aesthetic bottom seventh, as a study by University of Texas economics professor Daniel Hamermesh found. Maybe it doesn’t feel fair that a man is writing about this, even if more and more males are starting to feel the same kind of pressure that women have dealt with for decades. “It’s becoming harder and harder to say no without being read as irrational or crazy,” says Abigail Brooks, the director of women’s studies at Providence College, who recently completed research comparing women who undergo antiaging interventions and those whom she calls “natural agers.” The former group described the latter using phrases like “let herself go” and “not taking good care of herself.” Brooks worries that that pressure is not only exhausting but also keeps women forever 21 emotionally. Continue reading “Dr. Larry Nichter featured in Time Magazine’s Article “Nip. Tuck. Or Else.”” → Achieving Your Best Appearance with the Sciton Laser As you age, skin cells lose their ability to make collagen and progressively die off rather than reproducing themselves (“DNA programmed cell death with age”).The Sciton Laser Platform allows multiple laser types and wavelengths to achieve both dramatic improvements of your skin but also maintaining its youthful appearance by reversing this process. Here are some of the incredible treatment options available: Forever Young BBL (Broad Band Light) Optimally delivers and visible light of many wavelengths to the epidermis and dermis. This increases the lifespan and ability of skin cells to produce more collagen and elasticity similar to a more youthful cell by making changes at the DNA level. A Stanford University Groundbreaking Research Study, the first of its kind , demonstrated that BBL treatments can restore gene expression pattern of aged human skin to resemble young skin. Results: Over 1,000 gene expressions became “rejuvenated” to be more like youthful skin resulting in more elasticity and more uniform collagen deposition; leading to improvements in fine wrinkles and pigmentation. – This increases the lifespan and ability of skin cells to produce more collagen and elasticity similar to a more youthful cell by making changes at the DNA level. Clinically the skin looks and feels smoother and more youthful. In addition to the BBL using the SkinTyte settings also Optimally delivers Infrared and visible light to the epidermis and dermis. Infrared light is used to heat the dermal collagen which responds by becomes thicker. This in turn reduces wrinkles and causes skin firming. Typically a series of treatments weeks apart give the best results and maintained with yearly treatments. The best news is that there is no down time and easily tolerated with by itself or with topical anesthetics. Additional filters and adapters allow selection of specific frequencies of the broad band light to treat specific problem areas. For example the smaller wavelengths are great for acne, vascular and pigmented spots like broken capillaries and red spots, rosacea, sun and age spots where some of the longer wavelengths can be used for darker skin types. A built in special temperature controlled Thermoelectric cooling at the treatment area decreases discomfort greatly Skin Tightening with Sciton® SkinTyte SkinTyte is the newest Sciton laser technology to tighten and firm skin without downtime. Common conditions that benefit from this therapy include: Sagging skin face jowls Smile lines Sagging skin on the neck, arms, abdomen, legs, and knee SkinTyte is safe for all skin types and can be performed on any area of the body. Frequently Asked Questions About Skin Tightening Laser Treatment The Sciton SkinTyte system tightens the skin in the following manner: The Sciton SkinTyte system delivers infrared light deep into the dermis. The heat from the special light: Causes the collagen and elastic fibers to shrink and thicken. This process stimulates the deeper tissues to remodel collagen. The remodeled collagen responds by filling in wrinkles and restoring elasticity to sagging skin. The powerful cooling system maintains the outer surface of the skin at cool temperatures before, during, and after each pulse making the treatment comfortable and safe with no downtime. The SkinTyte technology can be applied anywhere on loose skin, from your face to your legs. The best results come in the face and neck area, especially the: Cheeks Jowls Nasolabial folds SkinTyte laser treatment can also help tighten and improve the appearance of loose skin on the: Arms Breasts Abdomen Knees It has proven beneficial in post pregnancy or after significant weight loss. The Sciton SkinTyte system technology is FDA-approved and documented to be safer and more comfortable than the bulk heating approach of other systems because it is highly selective and more advanced in targeting collagen and elastic fibers in your loose skin. Patients experience mild redness in the treated area immediately after treatment. This will last only a short time. SkinTyte: Since the SkinTyte procedure is noninvasive, you can resume your normal activities immediately following treatment. There will be minimal discomfort during the SkinTyte laser procedure and topical anesthetics and local cooling will minimize any discomfort. The Sciton BBL hand piece has a large cooling sapphire crystal that keeps the skin cool and protects against discomfort. In addition, a range of energy and adjustments can be made to your comfort. The more energy you can tolerate, the better the results will be. During your treatment, there will be heat applied specifically to the dermal skin layer and you may feel a slight sunburn effect. Immediately afterwards, a tight feeling may be noticeable but no significant discomfort will be felt. The SkinTyte system is the most advanced tissue tightening device available on the market today. A tightening effect will be visible immediately and skin will continue to firm throughout the month. A series of three to five treatments at four to six week intervals will deliver the most noticeable results of smoother, tighter skin. Improvements in the skin’s elasticity will continue over the next six months. The Sciton MicroLaserPeel focuses on removing a thin layer of damaged skin to improve texture and provide a more youthful appearance. Being a laser it provides superior results by controlling precisely the depth of the laser. The procedure is performed our office and is custom tailored to your specific skin conditions and desired outcome with minimum down time. Here is a synopsis of the procedure: The MicroLaserPeel’s beam is scanned over a treatment area to remove a very thin layer of the problematic skin. Removing the top layer eliminates some of the damaged cells that can give skin a tired, aged look. As the skin heals, fresh cells grow and resurface the treated area. This results in a healthier appearing skin, with reduced fine wrinkles and improved texture with color evenness. From tired looking skin to vibrant is the expected outcome. Depending on the depth of treatment the recovery time is usually 3-4 days (“week end peel”). The following conditions can be treated with MicroLaserPeel: Mild wrinkles Scars Keratosis (scaling lesions) Sun damage (e.g. sun/age spots, freckles) Pigment irregularities (dyschromias) Most skin areas can be treated with the face, neck, chest and back of the hands most commonly treated. Your laser specialist will determine. under our Plastic Surgeon’s protocol, the best treatment choice and schedule for you to look your best. Both improvement and maintenance of your results will be discussed. These procedures can also be coupled with filler injections or Botox/Dysport if required or desired to complement your non-surgical rejuvenation. Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS The Best Skin Care is at a Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist’s Office To look your best, see a plastic surgeon. The Surgeons at Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery have combined efforts and created a medically based program for patients to look their best. Although many dermatologist are trained in ways to keep your skin looking the best it can, Plastic Surgeons have the unique ability to know the limitations of skin care and offer aesthetic surgical correction as needed to complement the improved texture, tone and color blending that skin care affords. At Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery, we have developed a medical skin care program called BioSpa. BioSpa has the highest trained and experienced plastic surgeons, nurses, and medical aestheticians. Doctors Larry S. Nichter, MD, FACS and Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS are the medical directors of this program. Strict guidelines for care using physician approved protocols are crucial to providing efficacious and safe treatment outcomes. Our goal is to provide medical grade skin care in a spa setting in a safe manner with results not obtainable by non-medical aestheticians. We are committed to becoming the gold standard exceeding patients’ expectations whenever possible. Our care and treatments are to be contrasted with the multitude of skin care programs that are not directly supervised by a Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist and cannot use the prescription-strength products, injections, or lasers that we utilize. We work in concert with these centers rather than compete with them, and often refer our clients back to them for routine maintenance care such as facials or microdermabrasion. When should an Aesthetician refer to a Medical Aesthetician working with Plastic Surgeons and Aesthetic Nurses? Aestheticians and Medical Aestheticians need to work hand-in-hand to develop a successful skin care program. Each offers different levels of services. Identification of those conditions requiring advanced services or medical products are key to the success of this program. Clients with the following conditions should be referred to a medical aesthetician: Hyperpigmentation and irregular pigmentation, age spots Acne and its complications – e.g. scarring, hyperpigmentation, and large pores Rosacea Rhytides (Wrinkles) treatment Patients with medical conditions such as Diabetes, Exzema, history of cold sore, shingles, psoriasis, rosacea, or steroid use Scar Management Previous chemical peel or laser treatment Severe sun damage (actinic changes of the skin) Plateau of results by conventional spa services requiring more aggressive medical based protocols Patients with a history of Skin Cancer or pre-cancers ( e.g. Actinic Keratosis, pigmented sores, or scaling lesions) The following constitutes some of the treatment tools restricted to Medical Aestheticians: All products consisting of skin care lotions, ointments, liquids, substances, creams, powders, preparations, tonics, antiseptics, and other skin care items and products which the manufacturers or distributors will make available only to a physician or to persons who are working under the guidance of a physician as to their proper use. For example these include all products within the Obagi and / or Biomedic lines, as well as retinoids (e.g. RetinA), antiviral agents, 4% or greater hydroquinones, TCA, etc. Medical procedures and use of medical equipment which must take place by physician protocol and/or oversight: Depth of Treatment as solo procedure with a non medical machine based on a more thorough treatment determined by number of passes or time per area; any procedure which requires recovery time because of redness (erythema). Medical Grade Machine, e.g., limited distribution to medical professionals, options for increased power settings, or medication delivery systems. Treatment of Patients with Medical Problems Acne, Roseacea, scars, stretch marks, non-uniform pigmentation (dyschromias), history of skin cancer, herpes, diabetes, hepatitis, HIV, previous laser or chemical peel prescription, etc. Non-medical grade microdermabrasion coupled with other treatments, e.g., glycolic, TCA, lactic acid or Jessner Peel, 4% hydroquinone, Oxymist, Dermaplaning, Micro Peel, Cryotherapy, etc. Chemical exfoliation (peels) within the scope of a cosmetologist’s license and affecting non-living tissue only, including Blue Peel, TCA peels and medical grade glycolic peels. Dermaplaning living tissue only per protocol. Laser treatments such Permanent Laser Hair reduction, IPL (photofacial) laser, vascular lasers (for broken capillaries or veins and red spots), color and scar improvement, and lasers for facial resurfacing. All injectibles such as Jeuvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Radiesse, Voluma, Botox, lipoinjection (fat transfer). Surgical procedures. Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS Best Scar Management Practices Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the telltale signs of your surgery—namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible. There are many possible causes for scars that are enlarged or not healing well. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions, or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips. Scar Management tips: Minimize tension on the scar. Steri-Strips and/or surgical tape are often placed in non-hair bearing areas at the time of surgery to minimize tension and keep pressure over the scar. This minimizes the stress that can pull the scar apart (dehiscence) creating a wound and delaying healing time, and can make the scar wider, or more “ropy”. In the first few weeks after surgery, I recommend the use of Embrace Scar Therapy which is an adherent silicone sheeting pre-stretched when applied so as to offload tension on the scar. Keep your incision site/scar clean to prevent infection. Follow your surgeon’s wound care instructions to the letter with out modification. Never apply different products then recommended without first discussing them with your surgeon. This is especially important during the first few weeks. If there are any signs of infection, contact your surgeon’s office right away and/or see your doctor or his nurse immediately. Typical signs of infection may include redness outside the immediate incision site, asymmetric swelling, and drainage, of pus, fever, chills, and “feeling sick”. Protect your scars from the sun. Staying out of the sun is the best advice. Minimal exposure to sunlight is prevents hyperpigmentation (permanently turning brown) and other problems that can make the scar more noticeable. Sunscreen, at least 30 SPF and an overlying make camouflage make up additionally protects the scar from the suns harmful rays. This advice is especially important the first year following your surgery. Use specific scar maturation products recommended by your surgeon. Patients seem to have their own opinions on this touting everything from Pure Vit E, Coco butter, to Aloe Vera, etc but most have minimal benefit other than keeping the scar hydrated. Although hydration is important there are better, scientifically studied products with greater efficacy. Most of the scientific articles written about this subject indicate that topical silicone gel or silicone sheets work the best. The best product available in my opinion is the Embrace Scar Therapy System by Neodyne BioSciences, Inc. available in many surgeons’ offices. Essentially this is an adherent silicone sheeting pre-stretched when applied so as to offload tension on the scar. For areas that are not applicable for this product (e.g. smaller areas or on the face), I prefer BioCorneum or Kelo-Cote products There are a lot of products to choose from, but silicone should be one of the key ingredients. Although Mederma, an onion extract derivative active ingredient rather than mainly silicone based may help, primarily silicone based products are better and many also contain other ingredients that may be synergistic (hydrocortisone or other steroid, Vitamin E, Sunscreen, etc).. If the reader has problems obtaining these they can call my office. Patient compliance is also critical – use often and according to directions or it will not work optimally. NEVER apply products without first discussing them with your surgeon. Monitor to make sure your scar is progressing optimally. Keep your scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to verify that your scars are maturing as expected. Occasionally if indicated you may need a topical steroid preparation or even a series of injections (5-FU and/or Steroids) or laser treatments to treat or prevent scar hypertrophy or keloid formation (red raised scars), or other topical medicines to treat post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (brown scars) with prescription creams and possible laser treatments. Picking the Best Plastic Surgeon: Finding Dr. Right The most critical decision to be made in achieving the best plastic surgical result is picking the most experienced and talented, that is the best, plastic surgeon possible. Too often, patients choose a physician based on a catchy ad, the brand name of a technique, the basis of one or two before and after photos, or their web site’s search engine ranking. These criteria will not find the most experienced and talented plastic surgeon. My Background I have been a practicing plastic surgeon for more than 25 years, having trained scores of plastic surgeons as a tenured professor of plastic surgery at USC, and I have had a private practice in Orange County since 1993. Speaking from all this experience, here is my advice and the criteria I would use to find the best plastic surgeon in Orange County, Los Angeles, California, or anywhere in the United States. These are the criteria I would use to select a plastic surgeon for my friends, my family, or myself. First, I want to stress some general observations I have found to be true over the years. Caveat Emptor: Buyer Beware The longer a surgeon trains at his craft, the finer his skills and the better his judgment become. Board certification in Plastic Surgery (see below) is a bare minimum. Board certification in an additional surgical field recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties, or for that matter “triple-board certified,” attests to a doctor’s advanced training and skill and judgment. It also means that they have attained Chief Resident Status in more than one field during their training which means they essentially ran a large departmental service and had senior decision-making and independent operating responsibilities. It is this step that is most maturing for a surgeon. The institution where the surgeon trained is also important. More renowned schools usually attract the best faculty. You can use the internet to research the background of a prospective plastic surgeon quickly. Please do this prior to making an appointment. “Just because you wear a baseball cap it doesn’t mean you are a good ball player.” The same applies to anyone wearing a white coat—it doesn’t make you a plastic surgeon, much less a great one. Caveat Emptor in Latin means “Buyer Beware.” In most states, including California, any physician with a medical school diploma and state license is viewed as a doctor and a surgeon—even without any formal surgical training. In some cases even doctors who have completed only the minimal requirements (medical school, licensing examination, and a one-year internship that need not include surgical training) are touting themselves as “cosmetic surgical experts.” They make these claims of expertise despite the fact that they are only formally trained as family practitioners, OB/Gyns, emergency physicians, dermatologists, or ear-nose-throat specialists. Even physician assistants and nurses have made such claims. 7-Step Process for Finding the Best Plastic Surgeon The following are my screening guidelines and criteria for picking the best plastic/cosmetic surgeon. 1. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Surgery The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the only certifying board in Plastic Surgery that is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Use these links to look up a prospective surgeon’s status. To become a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery requires a minimum of five years of surgical training with a minimum of two years of training specifically in plastic surgery. Then the applicant must also pass a comprehensive written board exam. If successful, the candidate must present his/her clinical cases for critical review by board examiners (I was one such board examiner) and if accepted will take a series of oral examinations. Since the 1990s, the American Board of Plastic Surgery Certification is only valid for ten years. To retain your board certified status, a plastic surgeon must complete a Maintenance of Certification including written testing and case review. This means that all who pass are trained and experienced in all plastic surgery procedures including facial procedures, breast, and body; essentially all cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. If a Plastic Surgeon is additionally board certified by another surgical specialty recognized the American Board of Medical Specialties, then this also marks additional expertise and training at the highest level. The American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery (ABFRS) is not a licensing body nor an educational institution and the certificates it issues are not legal licenses to practice facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. The ABFRS is not recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (although it does note additional specialty training/interest in facial aesthetic surgery). Likewise, beware of physicians armed only with certification from other non-ABMS recognized boards or special society memberships other than those I have recommended (eg. “Cosmetic Surgery Board,” “Lipoplasty Society of North America,” etc.). 2. Fellow of the American College of Surgeons: FACS The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the patient and to safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment. Members of the American College of Surgeons are referred to as “Fellows.” The letters FACS (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) after a surgeon’s name mean that the surgeon’s education and training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct have passed a rigorous evaluation, and have been found to be consistent with the high standards established and demanded by the College. To be a member you have to: be board certified in a surgical specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties be in practice in one location for a number of years, with a background check, nomination, and interviews which verify that you are an ethical and safe surgeon among other criteria. Hint: Look for the “FACS” (or “FRCS,” see below) after the “MD” in a doctor’s title or in his/her Curriculum Vitae to see if he/she is a “real surgeon.” Note for patients in Canada: The equivalent of FACS in Canada is the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, FRCS. 3. Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is the largest organization of plastic surgeons in the United States and one of the largest in the world. ASPS members are uniquely qualified because of the society’s membership requirements: Members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons must be Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery complete at least 5 years of surgical training with a minimum of 2 years of training specifically in plastic surgery. The more years of Plastic Surgical Training the better – this includes fellowships in a plastic surgical field. American Society of Plastic Surgeons members are required to adhere to a strict code of ethics and must fulfill rigorous Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements including patient safety issues. Lastly, ASPS members are required to operate at accredited surgical facilities certified by one of the following USA organizations: American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities, Inc., Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc., or the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. Beware of physicians without this membership but belonging only to similar-sounding societies as their claim to excellence eg. “American Society of Cosmetic Surgery,” “Lipoplasty Society of North America,” etc. 4. Member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) This is the most elite society in the United States and perhaps the world for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. To be a member means that your career is focused in cosmetic surgery at the highest level. Among the requirements for invitation and election to ASAPS membership, a plastic surgeon must: Be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (or in plastic surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada); Be in at least the third year of active practice following board certification; Participate in accredited Continuing Medical Education (CME) to stay current with developments in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery and patient safety; Document the performance of a significant number and variety of cosmetic surgical cases to demonstrate wide experience; Be sponsored by two ASAPS-member plastic surgeons to help ensure that the applicant’s professional reputation meets the high standards required by ASAPS; Adhere to current ethical standards for professional conduct as outlined in the Code of Ethics observed by all ASAPS-member surgeons; Operate in accredited surgical facilities; and Be elected by at least 80% of the Active Membership. Find an ASPS member online. 5. Hospital privileges to perform the same type of surgery Hospitals often examine qualifications of doctors applying for hospital staff privileges and restrict privileges to only surgeons best trained and qualified to do certain procedures. For example, in order for surgeons to be granted plastic surgery privileges in most hospitals in Orange County, California, that surgeon must have completed plastic surgery residency training and must be board-eligible or -certified in plastic surgery to be allowed to perform plastic surgical operations in that hospital. Non-surgeons and other physicians that are not plastic surgeons circumvent this process by performing surgery in their offices or in outpatient surgery centers where the credentialing process is less rigorous or nonexistent. In these settings non-plastic surgeons perform procedures in which they have no formal residency training. I am not warning against use of outpatient surgery centers or in-office procedures. I am only recommending that you check that your physician has hospital privileges for these same procedures. 6. Surgical Experience in the procedure you are having Few patients ask how long doctors have been doing a certain procedure or how many they have performed. When you consult with a plastic surgeon: Ask to see typical “before and after” photos; discuss the details of the procedure in a manner that is clear to you; review benefits and potential complications; get full answers to your questions. 7. Evidence of Excellence, Experience and Commitment to the field of Plastic Surgery Here are some additional criteria to look for in your plastic surgeon. Surgical Board Certification in more than one field Plastic Surgical Fellowships in addition to Plastic Surgical Residency. Number of years practicing. Peer Review Honors in their own board certification from groups such as Best Doctors, Top Doctors, Super Doctors. Current or Prior position denoting excellence in the field or high regard by their peers such as: Prior or present Professor or Faculty affiliation with a University Plastic surgical program (the higher the rank the better) Chairman of a Department of plastic surgery at a regional hospital Honors from surgical societies of which they are members such as Board Examiner, etc. Published Plastic Surgical papers in peer review journals are also a good sign that they are committed to being on top of their field. Feel Comfortable with your choice It is very important that after you have done this screening and met with your potential surgeon that you feel confident in your choice. Complications are not common in cosmetic surgery, but if one did occur are you confident that this surgeon would take charge and handle just about any problem? Do you feel that he listens to you and communicates well by answering your questions completely, doesn’t rush you in to a decision but rather makes you part of the decision-making process? You should truly feel that it is a combined effort. Does the surgeon’s office run smoothly? Do the staff take good care of you? If you answered in the affirmative and have gotten this far in your screening guidelines then I think you have found your “Dr. Right.” —Larry S. Nichter, MD, FACS
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Gonzalez, Darío Andrés Silva Moran, Steven I. Ross, Michael Muller, and Justin D. Weisz Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work Opportunities and Challenges for AI-Based Support for Speech-Language Pathologists By Hyewon Suh, Aayushi Dangol, Hedda Meadan, Carol A. Miller, and Julie A. Kientz Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work Trinity: A Design Fiction to Unravel the Present and Future Tensions in Professional Informatics and Awareness Support Tools By Carine Lallemand, Alina Lushnikova, Joshua Dawson, and Romain Toebosch Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work EICS '24: The 16th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems AdaptiX - A Transitional XR Framework for Development and Evaluation of Shared Control Applications in Assistive Robotics By Max Pascher, Felix Ferdinand Goldau, Kirill Kronhardt, Udo Frese, Jens Gerken Best Paper Award at EICS '24: The 16th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems SACMAT '24: The 29th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies Converting Rule-Based Access Control Policies: From Complemented Conditions to Deny Rules By Josué A. Ruiz, Paliath Narendran, Amir Masoumzadeh, and Padmavathi Iyer Best paper award at SACMAT '24: The 29th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies A Bargaining-Game Framework for Multi-Party Access Control By Gelareh Hasel Mehri, Benjamin Monmege, Clara Bertolissi, and Nicola Zannone Best paper - Runner Up at SACMAT '24: The 29th ACM Symposium on Access Control Models and Technologies CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work Public Technologies Transforming Work of the Public and the Public Sector By Seyun Kim, Bonnie Fan, Willa Yunqi Yang, Jessie Ramey, Sarah E Fox, Haiyi Zhu, John Zimmerman, and Motahhare Eslami Best Paper at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work AI and the Future of Collaborative Work: Group Ideation with an LLM in a Virtual Canvas By Jessica He, Stephanie Houde, Gabriel E. Gonzalez, Darío Andrés Silva Moran, Steven I. Ross, Michael Muller, and Justin D. Weisz Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work Opportunities and Challenges for AI-Based Support for Speech-Language Pathologists By Hyewon Suh, Aayushi Dangol, Hedda Meadan, Carol A. Miller, and Julie A. Kientz Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work Trinity: A Design Fiction to Unravel the Present and Future Tensions in Professional Informatics and Awareness Support Tools By Carine Lallemand, Alina Lushnikova, Joshua Dawson, and Romain Toebosch Honorable Mention at CHIWORK '24: Annual Symposium on Human-Computer Interaction for Work ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval Libro - Lifelog Search Browser By Nico Hezel, Konstantin Schall, Bruno Schilling, Klaus Jung, Kai Uwe Barthel LSC 2024 Best Newcomer at ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval lifeXplore at the Lifelog Search Challenge 2024 By Martin Rader, Klaus Schoeffmann LSC 2024 Best System at ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval OpenLifelogCam - A Low-Cost Open-Source Wearable Camera Platform By Luca Rossetto Honorable Mention at ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval CarAI: Car Inspection with Artificial Intelligence By Panumate Chetprayoon, Sakol Tasanangam, Gayatri Tirumalasetty, Thanatwit Angsarawanee, Paveen Virameteekul, Wadeepas Lertwatanawanich, Theerat Sakdejayont Best Demo Award at ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval Identification of Speaker Roles and Situation Types in News Videos By Gullal S. Cheema, Judi Arafat, Chiao-I Tseng, John A. Bateman, Ralph Ewerth, Eric Müller-Budack Best Paper Award at ICMR '24: International Conference on Multimedia Retrieval IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference The Audiovisual Virtual Assistant (AVA): The Augmented Reality Translation Helmet that Breaks Language Barriers By Tori Simon, Upama Thapa Magar, Shrutee Dwa, Michael S Wendell, Benjamin J Bettencourt, Jerry Alan Fails Research and Design Challenge First Place Award (Adult Track) at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Design failures in data visualization programming activities By Cassia Fernandez, Paulo Blikstein, Roseli De Deus Lopes Lopes Best Pictorial Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Seeing Science: Inquiry-Based Learning at Home Through Mobile Messaging System By Tamar Fuhrmann, Marina A Lemee, Jonathan Pang, Je Seung You, Lydia B Chilton, Carl Vondrick, Paulo Blikstein Honorable Mention Work in Progress Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Exploring the use of an interactive storytelling toy to engage Ukranian child refugees in learning Italian By Sveva Valguarnera, Monica Landoni Best Work In Progress Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Sense-O-Nary: Exploring Children's Crossmodal Metaphors Through Playful Crossmodal Interactions By Tegan Joy Roberts-Morgan, Brooke Morris, Elaine Czech, Suhan Neema, Abigale Stangl, Kyle Michael Keane, Matthew Horton, Janet Read, Oussama Metatla Honorable Mention Short Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Engaging Children in Storytelling Through Tabletop Play: Exploring Construction of Story Ideas through Enactive Actions and Vocalizations By Ting Liu, Francis Quek, Gabriela Gomez Honorable Mention Short Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference See, Hear, Touch, Smell, and,...Eat!: Helping Children Self-Improve Their Food Literacy and Eating Behavior through a Tangible Multi-Sensory Puzzle Game By Xueyan Cai, Kecheng Jin, Shang Shi, Shichao Huang, Ouying Huang, Xiaodong Wang, Jiahao Cheng, Weijia Lin, Jiayu Yao, Yuqi Hu, Chao Zhang, Cheng Yao Best Short Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Is Your Family Ready for VR? Ethical Concerns and Considerations in Children's VR Usage By Qiao Jin, Saba Kawas, Stuti Arora, Ye Yuan, Svetlana Yarosh Honorable Mention Full Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Applying children’s rights to digital products: Exploring competing priorities in design By Kruakae Pothong, Sonia Livingstone, Angela Colvert, Larissa Pschetz Honorable Mention Full Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Autistic Expression Beyond the Verbal - Studying Minimally-Verbal Autistic Indian Children's Embodied Interactions with Screen-Based Technology By Sanyukta Singh, Cara Wilson Honorable Mention Full Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference Understanding Adult Stakeholder Perspectives on the Ethics of Extended Reality Technologies with a Focus on Young Children and Children in Rural Areas By Juan Pablo Hourcade, Summer Schmuecker, Delaney Norris, Flannery Hope Currin Best Full Paper Award at IDC '24: The 23rd Annual ACM Interaction Design and Children Conference IH&MMSEC '24: ACM Workshop on Information Hiding and Multimedia Security The Adobe Hidden Feature and its Impact on Sensor Attribution By Jan Butora, Patrick Bas Honorable Mention at IH&MMSEC '24: ACM Workshop on Information Hiding and Multimedia Security Improving Steganographic Security with Source Biasing By Eli Dworetzky, Edgar Kaziakhmedov, Jessica Fridrich Best Student Paper Award at IH&MMSEC '24: ACM Workshop on Information Hiding and Multimedia Security Did You Note My Palette? Unveiling Synthetic Images Through Color Statistics By Lea Uhlenbrock, Davide Cozzolino, Denise Moussa, Luisa Verdoliva, Christian Riess Best Paper Award at IH&MMSEC '24: ACM Workshop on Information Hiding and Multimedia Security GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2024 Word2HyperVec: From Word Embeddings to Hypervectors for Hyperdimensional Computing By Alaaddin Goktug Ayar, Sercan Aygun, M. Hassan Najafi, Martin Margala Best Poster Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2024 Advanced Continuous-Time Convolution Framework for Security Assurance in Wireless Sensor Networks By Mohammad Monjur, Qiaoyan Yu Best Poster Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2025 System Architecture Optimization for Vertical Power Delivery By Sriharini Krishnakumar, Yaroslav Popryho, Inna Partin-Vaisband Best Poster Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2026 Incremental SAT-based Exact Synthesis By Sunan Zou, Jiaxi Zhang, Guojie Luo Best Paper Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2027 Application of Quantum Tensor Networks for Protein Classification By Debarshi Kundu, Archisman Ghosh, Srinivasan Ekambaram, Jian Wang, Nikolay Dokholyan, Swaroop Ghosh Best Paper Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2028 EDA-schema: A Graph Datamodel Schema and Open Dataset for Digital Design Automation By Pratik Shrestha, Alec Aversa, Saran Phatharodom, Ioannis Savidis Best Paper Award at GLSVLSI '24: Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI 2029 IMX '24: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences Negotiating Neutrality: Designing a Responsive Video to Support Fertility Preservation Decision-making by Cancer-diagnosed Young Female Patients By Simona Manni, Bob Phillips, Zulfiya Hamzaki, Sherzah Jamal, Jonathan Hook Best Paper Award at IMX '24: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences 360Align: An Open Dataset and Software for Investigating QoE and Head Motion in 360° Videos with Alignment Edits By Lucas S. Althoff, Alessandro R Silva, Marcelo Carvalho, Mylene Q. Farias Honourable Mention Award at IMX '24: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences Welcome to the Jungle: Using ARTV to Balance Media Immersion and Reality Awareness for Passengers on Public Transport By Iain Christie, Mark Mcgill, Stephen Anthony Brewster Honourable Mention Award at IMX '24: ACM International Conference on Interactive Media Experiences SIGMETRICS/PERFORMANCE '24: ACM SIGMETRICS/IFIP PERFORMANCE Joint International Conference on Measurement and Modeling of Computer Systems Strongly Tail-Optimal Scheduling in the Light-Tailed M/G/1 By George Yu, Ziv Scully Best Paper Award at SIGMETRICS/PERFORMANCE '24: ACM SIGMETRICS/IFIP PERFORMANCE Joint International Conference on Measurement and Modeling of Computer Systems Agents of Autonomy: A Systematic Study of Robotics on Modern Hardware By Mohammad Bakhshalipour, Phillip B. Gibbons Best Paper Award at SIGMETRICS/PERFORMANCE '24: ACM SIGMETRICS/IFIP PERFORMANCE Joint International Conference on Measurement and Modeling of Computer Systems Fair Resource Allocation in Virtualized O-RAN Platforms By Fatih Aslan, George Iosifidis, Jose A. Ayala-Romero, Andres Garcia-Saavedra, Xavier Costa-Perez Best Student Paper Award at SIGMETRICS/PERFORMANCE '24: ACM SIGMETRICS/IFIP PERFORMANCE Joint International Conference on Measurement and Modeling of Computer Systems CarbonScaler: Leveraging Cloud Workload Elasticity for Optimizing Carbon-Efficiency By Walid A. Hanafy, Qianlin Liang, Noman Bashir, David Irwin, Prashant Shenoy Best Student Paper Award at SIGMETRICS/PERFORMANCE '24: ACM SIGMETRICS/IFIP PERFORMANCE Joint International Conference on Measurement and Modeling of Computer Systems SIGMOD/PODS '24: International Conference on Management of Data Implementation Strategies for Views over Property Graphs By Soonbo Han, Zachary G. Ives Best Paper Award at SIGMOD/PODS '24: International Conference on Management of Data e-Energy '24: The 15th ACM International Conference on Future and Sustainable Energy Systems A Dataset for Research on Water Sustainability By Pranjol Sen Gupta, Md Rajib Hossen, Pengfei Li, Shaolei Ren, Mohammad A. Islam Best Notes Paper Award at e-Energy '24: The 15th ACM International Conference on Future and Sustainable Energy Systems The Green Mirage: Impact of Location- and Market-based Carbon Intensity Estimation on Carbon Optimization Efficacy By Diptyaroop Maji, Noman Bashir, David Irwin, Prashant Shenoy, Ramesh K Sitaraman Best Paper Award Runner-Up at e-Energy '24: The 15th ACM International Conference on Future and Sustainable Energy Systems Quantifying Device Flexibility With Shapley Values in Demand Side Management By Ivo A. M. Varenhorst, Johann Hurink, Marco E. T. Gerards Best Paper Award at e-Energy '24: The 15th ACM International Conference on Future and Sustainable Energy Systems ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications How Deep Is Your Gaze? Leveraging Distance in Image-Based Gaze Analysis By Maurice Koch, Nelusa Pathmanathan, Daniel Weiskopf, Kuno Kurzhals Best Short Paper Honorable Mention at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Saccade Characteristics during Fusional Vergence Tests as a Function of Vergence Demand By Cristina Rovira-Gay, Clara Mestre, Marc Argilés, Jaume Pujol Best Short Paper at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Deep Domain Adaptation: A Sim2Real Neural Approach for Improving Eye-Tracking Systems By Viet Dung Nguyen, Reynold Bailey, Gabriel J. Diaz, Chengyi Ma, Alexander Fix, Alexander Ororbia Best Full Paper Award at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Reporting Eye-Tracking Data Quality: Towards a New Standard By Deborah N. Jakobi, Daniel G. Krakowczyk, Lena A. Jäger Best Student Late Breaking Work at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Exploring Eye Tracking as a Measure for Cognitive Load Detection in VR Locomotion By Hong Gao, Enkelejda Kasneci Best Late Breaking Work at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications A Functional Usability Analysis of Appearance-Based Gaze Tracking for Accessibility By Youn Soo Park, Roberto Manduchi COGAIN Honourable Mention at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications Between Wearable and Spatial Computing: Exploring Four Interaction Techniques at the Intersection of Smartwatches and Head-mounted Displays By Nuno Estalagem, Augusto Esteves COGAIN Best Paper at ETRA '24: The 2024 Symposium on Eye Tracking Research and Applications ICS '24: 2024 International Conference on Supercomputing Arkade: k-Nearest Neighbor Search With Non-Euclidean Distances using GPU Ray Tracing By Durga Keerthi Mandarapu, Vani Nagarajan, Artem Pelenitsyn, Milind Kulkarni Best Paper Award at ICS '24: 2024 International Conference on Supercomputing MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference Design and Implementation of a Low-Latency Origin and Relay for Media-over-QUIC Transport By Zafer Gurel Best Doctoral Symposium Paper at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference Multimodal AI-Based Summarization and Storytelling for Soccer on Social Media By Mehdi Houshmand Sarkhoosh, Sushant Gautam, Cise Midoglu, Saeed Shafiee Sabet, Pål Halvorsen Best Demo Paper at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference MilliNoise: a Millimeter-wave Radar Sparse Point Cloud Dataset in Indoor Scenarios By Walter Brescia, Pedro Gomes, Laura Toni, Saverio Mascolo, Luca De Cicco Best ODS paper at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference Low-Latency Live Video Streaming over a Low-Earth-Orbit Satellite Network with DASH By Jinwei Zhao, Jianping Pan 3rd place: DASH Industry Forum Excellence in DASH Award at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference Media-over-QUIC Transport vs. Low-Latency DASH: a Deathmatch Testbed By Zafer Gurel, Tugce Erkilic Civelek, Deniz Ugur, Yigit K. Erinc, Ali C. Begen 2nd place: DASH Industry Forum Excellence in DASH Award at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference Power Efficient Multi-CDN Communication over Content Steering Server By Burak Kara, Gwendal Simon 1st place: DASH Industry Forum Excellence in DASH Award at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference WEBSCI '24: The 16th ACM Web Science Conference Polarization in Decentralized Online Social Networks By Lucio La Cava, Domenico Mandaglio, Andrea Tagarelli WebSci'24 Best Short Paper Award at WEBSCI '24: The 16th ACM Web Science Conference Hate Speech Detection and Reclaimed Language: Mitigating False Positives and Compounded Discrimination By Eszter Zsisku, Arkaitz Zubiaga, Haim Dubossarsky WebSci'24 Best Paper Second Runner Up Award at WEBSCI '24: The 16th ACM Web Science Conference Highly Regarded Investors? Mining Predictive Value from the Collective Intelligence of Reddit's WallStreetBets By Tolga Buz, Moritz Schneider, Lucie-Aimée Kaffee, Gerard De Melo WebSci'24 Best Paper First Runner Up Award at WEBSCI '24: The 16th ACM Web Science Conference Accuracy and Fairness for Web-Based Content Analysis under Temporal Shifts and Delayed Labeling By Abdulaziz A. Almuzaini, David M. Pennock, Vivek K. Singh WebSci'24 Best Paper Award at WEBSCI '24: The 16th ACM Web Science Conference SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems An Exploratory Analysis on Gender-Related Dropout Students in Distance Learning Higher Education using Machine Learning By Gilmar Santos, Alinne Souza, Rafael Mantovani, Robinson Cruz, Thiago Cordeiro, Francisco Souza Best Research Papers Honorable mention at SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems SM Analyzer and Persona-Based Visualization: The Concept of Systemic Avatar By Maria Beatriz dos Reis Maia, Ruan Rolin Sa, Léia Sousa De Sousa, André de Araujo, Rogério Carvalho dos Santos, Rogério Rômulo da Silva, Alex de Souza Vieira, Hugo Pereira Kuribayashi Best Research Papers Honorable mention at SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems Improving Implicit Crowd Signals Based Fake News Detection on Social Media: A Time-Aware Method for Early Detection By Argus Antonio Barbosa Cavalcante, Paulo Márcio Souza Freire, Ronaldo Ribeiro Goldschmidt, Claudia Marcela Justel Best Research Papers Third place at SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems Unveiling Corruption: A Game With The Purpose of Give Thought to Environmental Corruption Topics By Vinicius Santos De Abreu, Tadeu Moreira de Classe, Ronney Moreira de Castro Best Research Papers Second place at SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems An Ecore Metamodel for the W3C PROV Provenance Data Model By Marcos Alves Vieira, Gislainy Crisostomo Velasco, Sergio T. Carvalho Best Research Papers First place at SBSI '24: The 20th Brazilian Symposium on Information Systems I3D '24: Conference Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games FaceFolds: Meshed Radiance Manifolds for Efficient Volumetric Rendering of Dynamic Faces By Safa C. Medin, Gengyan Li, Ruofei Du, Stephan Garbin, Philip Davidson, Gregory W. Wornell, Thabo Beeler, Abhimitra Meka Best Student Paper at I3D '24: Conference Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games Filtering After Shading With Stochastic Texture Filtering By Matt Pharr, Bartlomiej Wronski, Marco Salvi, Marcos Fajardo Best Paper at I3D '24: Conference Symposium on Interactive 3D Graphics and Games SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Binary Folding Compression for Efficient Software Distribution By Jinheng Li, Qiao Li, Hu Wan, Chun Jason Xue Best Paper Award at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Evolutionary Feature Selection for Time-Series Forecasting By Maria Lourdes Linares-Barrera, Manuel J. Jimenez-Navarro, Isabel Sofia Brito, José C. Riquelme, María Martínez-Ballesteros Best Poster at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Rescuing QUIC Flows From Countermeasures Against UDP Flooding Attacks By Junseok Lee, Minhyeong Kim, Wonjun Song, Younghoon Kim, Dohyung Kim Best Paper: Distributed Systems at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing Graph Learning-based Fleet Scheduling for Urban Air Mobility under Operational Constraints, Varying Demand & Uncertainties By Steve Paul, Jhoel Witter, Souma Chowdhury Best Paper: AI and Agents at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing An Asynchronous Scheme for Rollback Recovery in Message-Passing Concurrent Programming Languages By Germán Vidal Best Paper: System Software and Security at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing The Abstract Expressive Power of First-Order and Description Logics with Concrete Domains By Franz Baader, Filippo De Bortoli Best Paper: Information Systems at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing VeriFog: A Generic Model-based Approach for Verifying Fog Systems at Design Time By Hiba Awad, Abdelghani Alidra, Hugo Bruneliere, Thomas Ledoux, Etienne Leclercq, Jonathan Rivalan Best Paper: Software Design and Development at SAC '24: The 39th ACM/SIGAPP Symposium on Applied Computing WWW '24: The ACM on Web Conference Stable-Sketch: A Versatile Sketch for Accurate, Fast, Web-Scale Data Stream Processing By Weihe Li, Paul Patras Best Student Paper Award at WWW '24: The ACM on Web Conference Mechanism Design for Large Language Models By Paul Dütting, Vahab Mirrokni, Renato Paes Leme, Haifeng Xu, Song Zuo Best Paper Award at WWW '24: The ACM on Web Conference ICPE '24: The 15th ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering Into the Fire: Delving into Kubernetes Performance and Scale with Kube-burner By Sai Sindhur Malleni, Raul Sevilla Canavate, Vishnu Challa Best Demo or Poster Award at ICPE '24: The 15th ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering Grammar-Based Anomaly Detection of Microservice Systems Execution Traces By Andrea D'Angelo, Giordano d'Aloisio Best Data Challenge Award at ICPE '24: The 15th ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering ShuffleBench: A Benchmark for Large-Scale Data Shuffling Operations with Distributed Stream Processing Frameworks By Sören Henning, Adriano Vogel, Michael Leichtfried, Otmar Ertl, Rick Rabiser Best Industry Paper Award at ICPE '24: The 15th ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering BFQ, Multiqueue-Deadline, or Kyber? Performance Characterization of Linux Storage Schedulers in the NVMe Era By Zebin Ren, Krijn Doekemeijer, Nick Tehrany, Animesh Trivedi Best Paper Award at ICPE '24: The 15th ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering IWOCL '24: The 12th International Workshop on OpenCL and SYCL Migrating CUDA to SYCL: A HEP Case Study with ROOT RDataFrame By Jolly Chen, Monica Dessole, Ana-Lucia Varbanescu Outstanding Poster at IWOCL '24: The 12th International Workshop on OpenCL and SYCL Evaluation of SYCL’s Different Data Parallel Kernels By Marcel Breyer, Alexander Van Craen, Dirk Pflüger Outstanding Short Paper or Technical Talk at IWOCL '24: The 12th International Workshop on OpenCL and SYCL SimSYCL: A SYCL Implementation Targeting Development, Debugging, Simulation and Conformance By Peter Thoman, Fabian Knorr, Luigi Crisci Outstanding Full Paper at IWOCL '24: The 12th International Workshop on OpenCL and SYCL ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems PDIP: Priority Directed Instruction Prefetching By Bhargav Reddy Godala, Sankara Prasad Ramesh, Gilles A. Pokam, Jared Stark, Andre Seznec, Dean Tullsen, David I. August Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems GIANTSAN: Efficient Memory Sanitization with Segment Folding By Hao Ling, Heqing Huang, Chengpeng Wang, Yuandao Cai, Charles Zhang Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems Automatic Generation of Vectorizing Compilers for Customizable Digital Signal Processors By Samuel Thomas, James Bornholt Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems ngAP: Non-blocking Large-scale Automata Processing on GPUs By Tianao Ge, Tong Zhang, Hongyuan Liu Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems Centauri: Enabling Efficient Scheduling for Communication-Computation Overlap in Large Model Training via Communication Partitioning By Chang Chen, Xiuhong Li, Qianchao Zhu, Jiangfei Duan, Peng Sun, Xingcheng Zhang, Chao Yang Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems CSSTs: A Dynamic Data Structure for Partial Orders in Concurrent Execution Analysis By Hünkar Can Tunç, Ameya Prashant Deshmukh, Berk Cirisci, Constantin Enea, Andreas Pavlogiannis Best Paper Awards at ASPLOS '24: The 29th ACM International Conference on Architectural Support for Programming Languages and Operating Systems IHM '24: The 35th Conference on l'Interaction Humain-Machine Design and Perception of a Soft Shape Change Beneath a Smartwatch: Conception et perception d’un changement de forme molle au dos d'une montre connectée By Zhuzhi Fan, Alexis Sanson, Thomas Rames, Céline Coutrix Meilleur article scientifique at IHM '24: The 35th Conference on l'Interaction Humain-Machine EuroSys '24: The Nineteenth European Conference on Computer Systems Trinity: A Fast Compressed Multi-attribute Data Store By Ziming Mao, Kiran Srinivasan, Anurag Khandelwal Best Student Paper at EuroSys '24: The Nineteenth European Conference on Computer Systems Validating Database System Isolation Level Implementations with Version Certificate Recovery By Jack Clark, Alastair F. Donaldson, John Wickerson, Manuel Rigger Best Paper at EuroSys '24: The Nineteenth European Conference on Computer Systems Snatch: Online Streaming Analytics at the Network Edge By Yunming Xiao, Yibo Zhao, Sen Lin, Aleksandar Kuzmanovic Best Student Paper Award at EuroSys '24: The Nineteenth European Conference on Computer Systems Serialization/Deserialization-free State Transfer in Serverless Workflows By Fangming Lu, Xingda Wei, Zhuobin Huang, Rong Chen, Minyu Wu, Haibo Chen Best Paper at EuroSys '24: The Nineteenth European Conference on Computer Systems ACM_SE '24: The 2024 ACM Southeast Conference Enhancing Interpretability of Electrical Load Forecasting with Architecture Optimization By Biju G. M., Gopinatha Pillai, Albin Jiji Best Short Paper at ACM_SE '24: The 2024 ACM Southeast Conference Comprehensive Experiments on Breast Cancer Hematoxylin and Eosin-stained Images Using UNet By Emily Jackson, Faye Le, Je'Dae I. Lisbon, Max Coleman, Jordyn Burman, Astrid Wonderley, Sepehr Eshaghian, Sanghoon Lee Best Full Paper at ACM_SE '24: The 2024 ACM Southeast Conference SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems Demo Abstract: Polyband -- A Carbon Polymer Wristband for Hand Gesture Recognition By Chien-Ti Hsiao, Pei-Shin Hwang, Polly Huang, Kate Ching-Ju Lin, Ling-Jyh Chen Best Demo Runner-Up at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems Demo Abstract: Atrial Fibrillation Burden Computation from Single-Lead ECG on Device By Varsha Sharma, Avik Ghose Best Demo at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems Poster Abstract: Frequency-Hopped Chirp Spread Spectrum for Collision Resolution in LoRa Network By Mingyu Park, Jeongyeup Paek Best Poster Runner-Up at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems Poster Abstract: LEVO: LEGO® Bricks Enhanced Single-Point Vibration Sensing for Occupant Monitoring By Yue Zhang, Shikha Patel, Dong Yoon Lee, Paolo Celli, Amelie Bonde, Shijia Pan Best Poster at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems nnPerf: Demystifying DNN Runtime Inference Latency on Mobile Platforms By Haolin Chu, Xiaolong Zheng, Liang Liu, Huadong Ma Best Paper Runner-Up at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems Citywide LoRa Network Deployment and Operation: Measurements, Analysis, and Implications By Shuai Tong, Jiliang Wang, Jing Yang, Yunhao Liu, Jun Zhang Best Paper Runner-Up at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems NeuroRadar: A Neuromorphic Radar Sensor for Low-Power IoT Systems By Kai Zheng, Kun Qian, Timothy Woodford, Xinyu Zhang Best Paper at SenSys '23: The 21st ACM Conference on Embedded Networked Sensor Systems CHIIR '24: The 2024 Conference on Human Information Interaction and Retrieval Seeking Socially Responsible Consumers: Exploring the Intention-Search-Behaviour Gap By Leif Azzopardi, Frans Van Der Sluis Best Paper Award at CHIIR '24: The 2024 Conference on Human Information Interaction and Retrieval MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference OASIS: Collaborative Neural-Enhanced Mobile Video Streaming By Shuowei Jin, Ruiyang Zhu, Ahmad Hassan, Xiao Zhu, Xumiao Zhang, Z. Morley Mao, Feng Qian, Zhi-Li Zhang Best Paper Award at MMSys '24: The 15th ACM Multimedia Systems Conference FPGA '24: The 2024 ACM/SIGDA International Symposium on Field Programmable Gate Arrays Formal Verification of Source-to-Source Transformations for HLS By Louis-Noël Pouchet, Emily Tucker, Niansong Zhang, Hongzheng Chen, Debjit Pal, Gabriel Rodríguez, Zhiru Zhang Best Paper at FPGA '24: The 2024 ACM/SIGDA International Symposium on Field Programmable Gate Arrays MEMSYS '23: The International Symposium on Memory Systems RAMPART: RowHammer Mitigation and Repair for Server Memory Systems By Steven C. Woo, Wendy Elsasser, Mike Hamburg, Eric Linstadt, Michael R. Miller, Taeksang Song, James Tringali MemSys'23 Best Presentation at MEMSYS '23: The International Symposium on Memory Systems Memory Workload Synthesis Using Generative AI By Chengao Shi, Fan Jiang, Zhenguo Liu, Chen Ding, Jiang Xu MemSys'23 Best Paper at MEMSYS '23: The International Symposium on Memory Systems SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Cultural-Centric Computational Embroidery By F. Megumi Kivuva, Jayne Everson, Camilo Montes De Haro, Amy J. Ko Best Paper, Experience Reports and Tools at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Integrating Natural Language Processing in Middle School Science Classrooms: An Experience Report By Gloria Ashiya Katuka, Srijita Chakraburty, Hyejeong Lee, Sunny Dhama, Toni Earle-Randell, Mehmet Celepkolu, Kristy Elizabeth Boyer, Krista Glazewski, Cindy Hmelo-Silver, Tom Mcklin Best Paper, Experience Reports and Tools at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Accessible to Whom? Bringing Accessibility to Blocks By Andreas Stefik, Willliam Allee, Gabriel Contreras, Timothy Kluthe, Alex Hoffman, Brianna Blaser, Richard Ladner Best Paper, Experience Reports and Tools at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Automating Source Code Refactoring in the Classroom By Eman Abdullah AlOmar, Mohamed Wiem Mkaouer, Ali Ouni Best Paper, Experience Reports and Tools at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Computing Self-Efficacy in Undergraduate Students: A Multi-Institutional and Intersectional Analysis By Vidushi Ojha, Leah West, Colleen M. Lewis Best Paper, Computing Education Research at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education A Large Scale RCT on Effective Error Messages in CS1 By Sierra Wang, John Mitchell, Chris Piech Best Paper, Computing Education Research at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Teaching AI to K-12 Learners: Lessons, Issues, and Guidance By Shuchi Grover Best Paper, Position Papers and Curricula Initiatives at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Does Curricular Complexity in Computer Science Influence the Representation of Women CS Graduates? By Albert Lionelle, Mckenna Quam, Carla Brodley, Catherine Gill Best Paper, Computing Education Research at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Use of AI-driven Code Generation Models in Teaching and Learning Programming: a Systematic Literature Review By Doga Cambaz, Xiaoling Zhang Best Paper, Computing Education Research at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Transforming Grading Practices in the Computing Education Community By Adrienne Decker, Stephen H. Edwards, Brian M. McSkimming, Bob Edmison, Audrey Rorrer, Manuel A. Pérez Quiñones Best Paper, Position Papers and Curricula Initiatives at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education Beyond HCI: The Need for Accessibility Across the CS Curriculum By Yasmine N. Elglaly, Catherine M. Baker, Anne Spencer Ross, Kristen Shinohara Best Paper, Position Papers and Curricula Initiatives at SIGCSE '24: The 55th ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Benchmark Movement Data Set for Trust Assessment in Human Robot Collaboration By Matthias Rehm, Kasper Hald, Ioannis Pontikis Honorable Mention: Short Paper at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Using 3D Mice to Control Robot Manipulators By Varad Dhat, Nick Walker, Maya Cakmak Best Short Contribution at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Development of a Socially Cognizant Robotic Campus Guide By Benjamin Greenberg, Daniel Nakhimovich, Richard Magnotti, Hriday Purohit, Sanskar Shah, Aniket Satish Kulkarni, Uriel Gonzalez-Bravo, Noah R. Carver Student Design Competition: Best Design Process at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Emotibot: An Interactive Tool for Multi-Sensory Affect Communication By Jade Thompson, Kyler Smith, Kenna Baugus Henkel, Zachary Henkel, Cindy L. Bethel Student Design Competition: Best Design at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Shutter: A Low-Cost and Flexible Social Robot Platform for In-the-Wild Deployments By Sydney Thompson, Austin Narcomey, Alexander Lew, Marynel Vázquez Honorable Mention: Demo at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction An Adaptable, Safe, and Portable Robot-Assisted Feeding System By Ethan K. Gordon, Rajat Kumar Jenamani, Amal Nanavati, Ziang Liu, Daniel Stabile, Xilai Dai, Tapomayukh Bhattacharjee, Tyler Schrenk, Jonathan Ko, Haya Bolotski, Raida Karim, Atharva Kashyap, Bernie Hao Zhu, Taylor Kessler Faulkner, Siddhartha S. Srinivasa Best Demo at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Robots in autonomous buses: Who hosts when no human is there? By Agnes Axelsson, Bhavana Vaddadi, Cristian Bogdan, Gabriel Skantze Honorable Mention: Video at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Robots for Humanity: In-Home Deployment of Stretch RE2 By Vinitha Ranganeni, Vy Nguyen, Henry Evans, Jane Evans, Julian Mehu, Samuel Olatunji, Wendy Rogers, Aaron Edsinger, Charles Kemp, Maya Cakmak Best Video at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Spatial Robotic Experiences as a Ground for Future HRI Speculations By Dave Murray-Rust, Maria Luce Lupetti, Alessandro Ianniello, Matt Gorbet, Aadjan Van Der Helm, Liliane Filthaut, Adrian Chiu, Philip Beesley Best Submission: alt.HRI at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction A Case for Diverse Social Robot Identity Performance in Education By Lux Miranda, Ginevra Castellano, Katie Winkle Honorable Mention: alt.HRI at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Introducing Social Robots to Assess Frailty in Older Adults By Aniol Civit, Antonio Andriella, Cristian Barrue, Maite Antonio, Concepción Boqué, Guillem Alenyà Honorable Mention: Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction PriMA-Care: Privacy-Preserving Multi-modal Dataset for Human Activity Recognition in Care Robots By Adel Baselizadeh, Md Zia Uddin, Weria Khaksar, Diana Saplacan Lindblom, Jim Torresen Honorable Mention: Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Improving Human-Robot Team Transparency with Eye-tracking based Situation Awareness Assessment By Favour Aderinto, Josh Bhagat Smith, Mark-Robin Giolando, Prakash Baskaran, Julie A. Adams Honorable Mention: Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Beyond Dyadic Interactions: Assessing Trust Networks in Multi-Human-Robot Teams By Aakash Yadav, Ranjana Mehta Honorable Mention: Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Drone Fail Me Now: How Drone Failures Affect Trust and Risk-Taking Decisions By Noah Rahimzadagan, Matti Vahs, Iolanda Leite, Rebecca Stower Honorable Mention: Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction MOE-Hair: Toward Soft and Compliant Contact-rich Hair Manipulation and Care By Uksang Yoo, Nathaniel Dennler, Maja Mataric, Stefanos Nikolaidis, Jean Oh, Jeffrey Ichnowski Best Late Breaking Report at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Effect of Social Robot's Role and Behavior on Parent-Toddler Interaction By Omer Gvirsman, Goren Gordon Honorable Mention: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction "I'm Not Touching You. It's The Robot!": Inclusion Through A Touch-Based Robot Among Mixed-Visual Ability Children By Isabel Neto, Yuhan Hu, Filipa Correia, Filipa Rocha, Jo&#;o Nogueira, Katharina Buckmayer, Guy Hoffman, Hugo Nicolau, Ana Paiva Honorable Mention: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction The Effects of Observing Robotic Ostracism on Children's Prosociality and Basic Needs By Filipa Correia, Isabel Neto, Soraia Paulo, Patricia Piedade, Hadas Erel, Ana Paiva, Hugo Nicolau Honorable Mention: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Modelling Experts' Sampling Strategy to Balance Multiple Objectives During Scientific Explorations By Shipeng Liu, Cristina G. Wilson, Zachary I. Lee, Feifei Qian Honorable Mention: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Constructing a Social Life with Robots: Shifting Away From Design Patterns Towards Interaction Ritual Chains By Waki Kamino, Malte F. Jung, Selma Sabanović Best Paper: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Encountering Autonomous Robots on Public Streets By Hannah R. M. Pelikan, Stuart Reeves, Marina N. Cantarutti Best Paper: Studies at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction CARMEN: A Cognitively Assistive Robot for Personalized Neurorehabilitation at Home By Anya Bouzida, Alyssa Kubota, Dagoberto Cruz-Sandoval, Elizabeth W. Twamley, Laurel D. Riek Honorable Mention: Systems at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Feel the Bite: Robot-Assisted Inside-Mouth Bite Transfer using Robust Mouth Perception and Physical Interaction-Aware Control By Rajat Kumar Jenamani, Daniel Stabile, Ziang Liu, Abrar Anwar, Katherine Dimitropoulou, Tapomayukh Bhattacharjee Honorable Mention: Systems at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Independence in the Home: A Wearable Interface for a Person with Quadriplegia to Teleoperate a Mobile Manipulator By Akhil Padmanabha, Janavi Gupta, Chen Chen, Jehan Yang, Vy Nguyen, Douglas J Weber, Carmel Majidi, Zackory Erickson Best Paper: Systems at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Autonomous Assessment of Demonstration Sufficiency via Bayesian Inverse Reinforcement Learning By Tu Trinh, Haoyu Chen, Daniel S. Brown Honorable Mention: Technical Advances at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Workspace Optimization Techniques to Improve Prediction of Human Motion During Human-Robot Collaboration By Yi-Shiuan Tung, Matthew B. Luebbers, Alessandro Roncone, Bradley Hayes Honorable Mention: Technical Advances at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Generative Expressive Robot Behaviors using Large Language Models By Karthik Mahadevan, Jonathan Chien, Noah Brown, Zhuo Xu, Carolina Parada, Fei Xia, Andy Zeng, Leila Takayama, Dorsa Sadigh Best Paper: Technical Advances at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Towards Collaborative Crash Cart Robots that Support Clinical Teamwork By Angelique Taylor, Tauhid Tanjim, Huajie Cao, Hee Rin Lee Honorable Mention: Design at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction The Cyber-Physical Control Room: A Mixed Reality Interface for Mobile Robot Teleoperation and Human-Robot Teaming By Michael E. Walker, Maitrey Gramopadhye, Bryce Ikeda, Jack Burns, Daniel Szafir Honorable Mention: Design at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Sprout: Designing Expressivity for Robots Using Fiber-Embedded Actuator By Amy Koike, Michael Wehner, Bilge Mutlu Best Paper: Design at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction A Taxonomy of Robot Autonomy for Human-Robot Interaction By Stephanie Kim, Jacy Reese Anthis, Sarah Sebo Honorable Mention: Theory & Methods at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction Integrating Flow Theory and Adaptive Robot Roles: A Conceptual Model of Dynamic Robot Role Adaptation for the Enhanced Flow Experience in Long-term Multi-person Human-Robot Interactions By Huili Chen, Sharifa Alghowinem, Cynthia Breazeal, Hae Won Park Best Paper: Theory & Methods at HRI '24: The 2024 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction ISPD '24: The 2024 International Symposium on Physical Design Novel Transformer Model Based Clustering Method for Standard Cell Design Automation By Chia-Tung Ho, Ajay Chandna, David Guan, Alvin Ho, Minsoo Kim, Yaguang Li, Haoxing Ren ISPD Best Paper Award at ISPD '24: The 2024 International Symposium on Physical Design CHCHI '23: The Eleventh International Symposium of Chinese CHI OperARtistry: An AR-based Interactive Application to Assist the Learning of Chinese Traditional Opera (Xiqu) Makeup By Zeyu Xiong, Shihan Fu, Mingming Fan Honorable Mention at CHCHI '23: The Eleventh International Symposium of Chinese CHI "I Keep Sweet Cats In Real Life, But What I Need In The Virtual World Is A Neurotic Dragon": Virtual Pet Design With Personality Patterns By Hongni Ye, Ruoxin You, Kaiyuan Lou, Yili Wen, Xin Yi, Xin Tong Honorable Mention at CHCHI '23: The Eleventh International Symposium of Chinese CHI Exploring Older People's Preferences in the Design Features of Virtual Agents: A Comprehensive Analysis By Tongtong Jin, Yun Wang, Weiwei Zhang Best Paper at CHCHI '23: The Eleventh International Symposium of Chinese CHI TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Tangible Diffusion: Exploring Artwork Generation via Tangible Elements and AI Generative Models in Arts and Design Education By Kuntong Han, Keyang Tang, Meng Wang Honorable Mention at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Bio-Digital Calendar: Attuning to Nonhuman Temporalities for Multispecies Understanding By Fiona Bell, Joshua Coffie, Mirela Alistar Best Pictorial & Best Paper at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Augmenting Embodied Learning in Welding Training: The Co-Design of an XR- and tinyML-Enabled Welding System for Creative Arts and Manufacturing Training By Zhenfang Chen, Tate Johnson, Andrew Knowles, Ann Li, Semina Yi, Yumeng Zhuang, Daragh Byrne, Dina El-Zanfaly Honorable Mention at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Just a Breath Away: Investigating Interactions with and Perceptions of Mediated Breath via a Haptic Cushion By Alice C Haynes, Christopher Kent, Jonathan Rossiter Honorable Mention at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Mediating the Sacred: Configuring a Design Space for Religious and Spiritual Tangible Interactive Artifacts By Robert B. Markum, Sara Wolf, Caroline Claisse, Michael Hoefer Honorable Mention at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Feeling Data through Movement: Designing Somatic Data Experiences with Dancers By Laura J Perovich, Nicole Zizzi Best Paper at TEI '24: Eighteenth International Conference on Tangible, Embedded, and Embodied Interaction Koli Calling '23: 23rd Koli Calling International Conference on Computing Education Research Introduction of Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Data Literacy in Computer Science Teacher Education By Viktoriya Olari, Till Zoppke, Martin Reger, Evgenia Samoilova, Martin Kandlhofer, Valentina Dagiene, Ralf Romeike, Anna Sarah Lieckfeld, Ulrike Lucke Best Poster at Koli Calling '23: 23rd Koli Calling International Conference on Computing Education Research Identifying the Computing Education Needs of Liberal Arts and Sciences Students (Discussion Paper) By Mark Guzdial, August Evrard Best Discussion Paper at Koli Calling '23: 23rd Koli Calling International Conference on Computing Education Research From Modelling to Assessing Algorithmic Abstraction – the Missing Dimension By Liat Nakar, Mor Friebroon, Michal Armoni Best Paper at Koli Calling '23: 23rd Koli Calling International Conference on Computing Education Research NANOARCH '23: The 18th ACM International Symposium on Nanoscale Architectures Non-idealities and Design Solutions for Analog Memristor-Based Content-Addressable Memories By Paul-Philipp Manea, Chirag Sudarshan, Felix Cüppers, John Paul Strachan Paul-Philipp Manea at NANOARCH '23: The 18th ACM International Symposium on Nanoscale Architectures IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Six usable privacy heuristics By André de Lima Salgado, Patrick C. K. Hung, Renata P. M. Fortes Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Doctorate at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Interaction Design in Distributed Software Development: practices, challenges, recommendations and research gaps By Daniel Domingos Alves, Ecivaldo de Souza Matos Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Doctorate at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems UX-MAPPER: A User eXperience Method to Analyze App Store Reviews By Walter T. Nakamura, Edson César C. de Oliveira, Elaine H. T. de Oliveira, Tayana Conte Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Doctorate at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Gamification of Virtual Learning Environments: A Narrative and User Experience Approach By Paula Toledo Palomino, Lennart Nacke, Seiji Isotani Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Doctorate at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Model, Taxonomy and Methodology for Research Employing EEG-based Brain-Computer Interface Games By Gabriel Alves Mendes Vasiljevic, Leonardo Cunha de Miranda Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Doctorate at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Imagery contents descriptions for People with visual impairments By Alessandra Helena Jandrey, Duncan Dubugras Alcoba Ruiz, Milene Selbach Silveira Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Master at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Design of Therapeutic Digital Games that Support Dialogue with Children about Death By Aline Elias Cardoso Verhalen, Kamila Rios Da Hora Rodrigues Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Master at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Accessibility of Mobile Apps for Visually Impaired Users: Problems Encountered by User Evaluation, Inspections and Automated Tools By Delvani Antônio Mateus, Maurício Ronny De Almeida Souza, André Pimenta Freire Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Master at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems A Tool-Supported Approach to Adapt Web User Interfaces Considering the Emotional State of the User By Patrícia Deud Guimarães, Vânia Paula De Almeida Neris Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Master at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Design Considerations for Real-Time Payment Systems and Emerging Users By Luciano Arruda Teran, Marcelle Pereira Mota Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Master at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems An Analysis of Authorship and Co-authorship Networks in the Papers of Two Relevant Events in the Brazilian Computing Scenario By Franklin Matheus da Costa Lima, Leonardo Cunha de Miranda Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Bachelor at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems A framework to support the development of empathic games By Vinícius Ferreira Galvão, Cristiano Maciel, Eunice Pereira Dos Santos Nunes, Kamila Rios Da Hora Rodrigues Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Bachelor at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems ION: design system for the internal systems development sector of the company Brisanet Telecomunicações By Edney Lincoln Lourenço, Ingrid Teixeira Monteiro Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Bachelor at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Development and evaluation of the plugin for Figma for Accessibility Documentation for Interfaces - DAI By George Moreno De Oliveira, Ingrid Teixeira Monteiro Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Bachelor at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Computational Thinking Development in children both neurotypical and with Intellectual Disabilities by the Game “Pensar e Vestir” By Matheus Soppa Geremias, Taynara Cerigueli Dutra, Eleandro Maschio, Isabela Gasparini Junia Coutinho Anacleto Award 2023 - Bachelor at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Online interaction codesign: an experience report with elderly women By Valéria Argôlo Rosa, Ecivaldo De Souza Matos, Diego Zabot, Juliana Maria Oliveira Dos Santos Experience Reports at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Encouraging learners to seek and explain communicability issues about Consent Request By Wesley Nunes Da Silva, Mônica Silva, Luciana C. De Castro Salgado Experience Reports at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems May We Consult ChatGPT in Our Human-Computer Interaction Written Exam? An Experience Report After a Professor Answered Yes By André Pimenta Freire, Paula Christina Figueira Cardoso, André de Lima Salgado Experience Reports at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Once upon a time... you! A game to support health professionals in the treatment of children with chronic diseases, helping them to express their feelings By Aline Elias Cardoso Verhalen, Tiago Marino Silva, Kamila Rios Da Hora Rodrigues Innovative Ideas and Emerging Results at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Evaluating a MALTU Extension for UbiComp and IoT Systems By Carlos Eduardo Almeida Feitosa, Ingrid Teixeira Monteiro Innovative Ideas and Emerging Results at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Feasibility Study of a Model that evaluates the Learner Experience: A Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis By Gabriela Corbari Dos Santos, Deivid Eive Dos S. Silva, Natasha M. C. Valentim Innovative Ideas and Emerging Results at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Cross-cultural adaptation of the Intrinsic Motivation Inventory Task Evaluation Questionnaire into Brazilian Portuguese By Caio Nunes, Ticianne Darin Research Articles - Honorable Mention at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Perceptions about Usefulness and Attitudes toward UX work: a survey with software startup Brazilian professionals By Guilherme Corredato Guerino, Suéllen Martinelli, Joelma Choma, Gislaine Camila Lapasini Leal, Renato Balancieri, Luciana Zaina Research Articles - Honorable Mention at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems Making roads safer: a vehicle blind spot alert system co-designed with end-users By Pedro Lisboa, Felipe Dos Santos, Herick Ribeiro, Pietro Campos, Luciana Zaina Research Articles - Best Paper at IHC '23: Brazilian Symposium on Human Factors in Computing Systems CHASE '23: ACM/IEEE International Conference on Connected Health: Applications, Systems and Engineering Technologies Virtual Therapy Exergame for Upper Extremity Rehabilitation Using Smart Wearable Sensors By Lauren Baron, Vuthea Chheang, Amit Chaudhari, Arooj Liaqat, Aishwarya Chandrasekaran, Yufan Wang, Joshua Cashaback, Erik Thostenson, Roghayeh Leila Barmaki Best Paper Award at CHASE '23: ACM/IEEE International Conference on Connected Health: Applications, Systems and Engineering Technologies POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Implementation and Synthesis of Math Library Functions By Ian Briggs, Yash Lad, Pavel Panchekha Distinguished Paper Award at POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Parametric Subtyping for Structural Parametric Polymorphism By Henry DeYoung, Andreia Mordido, Frank Pfenning, Ankush Das Distinguished Paper Award at POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Flan: An Expressive and Efficient Datalog Compiler for Program Analysis By Supun Abeysinghe, Anxhelo Xhebraj, Tiark Rompf Distinguished Paper Award at POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Total Type Error Localization and Recovery with Holes By Eric Zhao, Raef Maroof, Anand Dukkipati, Andrew Blinn, Zhiyi Pan, Cyrus Omar Distinguished Paper Award at POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Soundly Handling Linearity By Wenhao Tang, Daniel Hillerström, Sam Lindley, J. Garrett Morris Distinguished Paper Award at POPL '24: 51st Annual ACM SIGPLAN Symposium on Principles of Programming Languages Automatic Parallelism Management By Sam Westrick, Matthew Fluet, Mike Rainey, Umut A. 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Olaya-Figueroa, Ferdinand Streicher, Marco Kurzweg, Jan Willms, Katrin Wolf Honorable Mention at MuC '23: Mensch und Computer 2023 Middleware '23: 24th International Middleware Conference Pravega: A Tiered Storage System for Data Streams By Raúl Gracia-Tinedo, Flavio Junqueira, Tom Kaitchuck, Sachin Joshi Middleware Best Paper at Middleware '23: 24th International Middleware Conference Sora: A Latency Sensitive Approach for Microservice Soft Resource Adaptation By Jianshu Liu, Qingyang Wang, Shungeng Zhang, Liting Hu, Dilma Da Silva Middleware Best Paper at Middleware '23: 24th International Middleware Conference SIGSPATIAL '23: The 31st ACM International Conference on Advances in Geographic Information Systems Spatial Knowledge-Infused Hierarchical Learning: An Application in Flood Mapping on Earth Imagery By Zelin Xu, Tingsong Xiao, Wenchong He, Yu Wang, Zhe Jiang ACM SIGSPATIAL 2023 Best Paper Award at SIGSPATIAL '23: The 31st ACM International Conference on Advances in Geographic Information Systems IVA '23: The 23rd ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents Evaluating a Model of Pathological Affect based on Pedagogical Situations for a Virtual Patient By Amine Benamara, Jean-Claude Martin, Elise Prigent, Brian Ravenet Best paper award - IVA'23 at IVA '23: The 23rd ACM International Conference on Intelligent Virtual Agents ACSAC '23: Annual Computer Security Applications Conference Remote attestation of confidential VMs using ephemeral vTPMs By Vikram Narayanan, Claudio Carvalho, Angelo Ruocco, Gheorghe Almasi, James Bottomley, Mengmei Ye, Tobin Feldman-Fitzthum, Daniele Buono, Hubertus Franke, Anton Burtsev Distinguished Paper with Artifacts Award at ACSAC '23: Annual Computer Security Applications Conference Artemis: Defanging Software Supply Chain Attacks in Multi-repository Update Systems By Marina Moore, Trishank Karthik Kuppusamy, Justin Cappos Distinguished Paper with Artifacts Award at ACSAC '23: Annual Computer Security Applications Conference SePanner: Analyzing Semantics of Controller Variables in Industrial Control Systems based on Network Traffic By Jie Meng, Zeyu Yang, Zhenyong Zhang, Yangyang Geng, Ruilong Deng, Peng Cheng, Jiming Chen, Jianying Zhou Distinguished Paper Award at ACSAC '23: Annual Computer Security Applications Conference Protecting Your Voice from Speech Synthesis Attacks By Zihao Liu, Yan Zhang, Chenglin Miao Distinguished Paper Award at ACSAC '23: Annual Computer Security Applications Conference HCAI-ep '23: Conference on Human Centered Artificial Intelligence: Education and Practice The European AI Tango: Balancing Regulation Innovation and Competitiveness By Christina Todorova, George Sharkov, Huib Aldewereld, Stefan Leijnen, Alireza Dehghani, Stefano Marrone, Carlo Sansone, Maurice Lynch, John Pugh, Tarry Singh, Kitti Mezei, Péter Antal, Péter Hanák, Alessandro Barducci, Fernando Perez-Tellez HCAI-ep '23 Best Paper Award at HCAI-ep '23: Conference on Human Centered Artificial Intelligence: Education and Practice ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering Recommending Analogical APIs via Knowledge Graph Embedding By Mingwei Liu, Yanjun Yang, Yiling Lou, Xin Peng, Zhong Zhou, Xueying Du, Tianyong Yang ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering TransRacer: Function Dependence-Guided Transaction Race Detection for Smart Contracts By Chenyang Ma, Wei Song, Jeff Huang ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering LExecutor: Learning-Guided Execution By Beatriz Souza, Michael Pradel ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering A Four-Year Study of Student Contributions to OSS vs. OSS4SG with a Lightweight Intervention By Zihan Fang, Madeline Endres, Thomas Zimmermann, Denae Ford, Westley Weimer, Kevin Leach, Yu Huang ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering Benchmarking Robustness of AI-Enabled Multi-sensor Fusion Systems: Challenges and Opportunities By Xinyu Gao, Zhijie Wang, Yang Feng, Lei Ma, Zhenyu Chen, Baowen Xu ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering NeuRI: Diversifying DNN Generation via Inductive Rule Inference By Jiawei Liu, Jinjun Peng, Yuyao Wang, Lingming Zhang ACM Distinguished Paper Award at ESEC/FSE '23: 31st ACM Joint European Software Engineering Conference and Symposium on the Foundations of Software Engineering Can Machine Learning Pipelines Be Better Configured? 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Cogburn, Oyewole Oyekoya ISS 2023 Best Poster at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces Augmenting Welding Training: An XR Platform to Foster Muscle Memory and Mindfulness for Skills Development By Tate Johnson, Ann Li, Andrew Knowles, Zhenfang Chen, Semina Yi, Yumeng Zhuang, Dina El-Zanfaly, Daragh Byrne ISS 2023 Best Demo at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces Reality and Beyond: Proxemics as a Lens for Designing Handheld Collaborative Augmented Reality By Mille Skovhus Lunding, Jens Emil Sloth Grønbæk, Nicolai Grymer, Thomas Wells, Steven Houben, Marianne Graves Petersen ISS 2023 Best Paper Honorable Mention at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces Interactions across Displays and Space: A Study of Virtual Reality Streaming Practices on Twitch By Liwei Wu, Qing Liu, Jian Zhao, Edward Lank ISS 2023 Best Paper Honorable Mention at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces Hum-ble Beginnings: Developing Touch- and Proximity-Input-Based Interfaces for Zoo-Housed Giraffes’ Audio Enrichment By Alana Grant, Vilma Kankaanpää, Ilyena Hirskyj-Douglas ISS 2023 Best Paper Honorable Mention at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces Evaluating the Applicability of GUI-Based Steering Laws to VR Car Driving: A Case of Curved Constrained Paths By Shota Yamanaka, Takumi Takaku, Yukina Funazaki, Noboru Seto, Satoshi Nakamura ISS 2023 Best Paper Honorable Mention at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces BlendMR: A Computational Method to Create Ambient Mixed Reality Interfaces By Violet Yinuo Han, Hyunsung Cho, Kiyosu Maeda, Alexandra Ion, David Lindlbauer ISS 2023 Best Paper at ISS '23: Conference on Interactive Surfaces and Spaces CI '23: The ACM Collective Intelligence Conference DesignAID: Using Generative AI and Semantic Diversity for Design Inspiration By Alice Cai, Steven R Rick, Jennifer L Heyman, Yanxia Zhang, Alexandre Filipowicz, Matthew Hong, Matt Klenk, Thomas Malone Best Paper at CI '23: The ACM Collective Intelligence Conference UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Sustainflatable: Harvesting, Storing and Utilizing Ambient Energy for Pneumatic Morphing Interfaces By Qiuyu Lu, Tianyu Yu, Semina Yi, Yuran Ding, Haipeng Mi, Lining Yao Honorable Mention at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Scene Responsiveness for Visuotactile Illusions in Mixed Reality By Mohamed Kari, Reinhard Schütte, Raj Sodhi Honorable Mention at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Living Papers: A Language Toolkit for Augmented Scholarly Communication By Jeffrey Heer, Matthew Conlen, Vishal Devireddy, Tu Nguyen, Joshua Horowitz Honorable Mention at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology ecoEDA: Recycling E-waste During Electronics Design By Jasmine Lu, Beza Desta, K. D. Wu, Romain Nith, Joyce E Passananti, Pedro Lopes Honorable Mention at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Going Incognito in the Metaverse: Achieving Theoretically Optimal Privacy-Usability Tradeoffs in VR By Vivek C Nair, Gonzalo Munilla-Garrido, Dawn Song Best Paper Award at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology Generative Agents: Interactive Simulacra of Human Behavior By Joon Sung Park, Joseph O'Brien, Carrie Jun Cai, Meredith Ringel Morris, Percy Liang, Michael S. Bernstein Best Paper Award at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology GenAssist: Making Image Generation Accessible By Mina Huh, Yi-Hao Peng, Amy Pavel Best Paper Award at UIST '23: The 36th Annual ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology SBLP '23: The XXVII Brazilian Symposium on Programming Languages Analyzing the Time x Energy Relation in C++ Solutions Mined from a Programming Contest Site By Sérgio Queiroz de Medeiros, Marcelo Borges Nogueira, Gustavo Quezado Gurgel Magalhães Distinguished Paper at SBLP '23: The XXVII Brazilian Symposium on Programming Languages A Class of Programs that Admit Exact Complexity Analysis via Newton?s Polynomial Interpolation By Rafael Sumitani, Lucas Silva, Frederico Campos, Fernando Pereira Distinguished Paper at SBLP '23: The XXVII Brazilian Symposium on Programming Languages Lushu: Ofuscação de Dados Sigilosos via Reconhecimento de Linguagens a partir de Exemplos By Alexander Holmquist, Vitor Emanuel, Fernando Pereira Distinguished Paper at SBLP '23: The XXVII Brazilian Symposium on Programming Languages SoCC '23: The 2023 ACM Symposium on Cloud Computing Golgi: Performance-Aware, Resource-Efficient Function Scheduling for Serverless Computing By Suyi Li, Wei Wang, Jun Yang, Guangzhen Chen, Daohe Lu ACM SoCC 2023 Best Paper Award at SoCC '23: The 2023 ACM Symposium on Cloud Computing SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Grounded Copilot: How Programmers Interact with Code-Generating Models By Shraddha Barke, Michael B. James, Nadia Polikarpova Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Languages with Decidable Learning: A Meta-theorem By Paul Krogmeier, P. Madhusudan Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Algebro-geometric Algorithms for Template-Based Synthesis of Polynomial Programs By Amir Kafshdar Goharshady, S. Hitarth, Fatemeh Mohammadi, Harshit Jitendra Motwani Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Solving String Constraints with Lengths by Stabilization By Yu-Fang Chen, David Chocholatý, Vojtěch Havlena, Lukáš Holík, Ondřej Lengál, Juraj Síč Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Bring Your Own Data Structures to Datalog By Arash Sahebolamri, Langston Barrett, Scott Moore, Kristopher Micinski Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Formal Abstractions for Packet Scheduling By Anshuman Mohan, Yunhe Liu, Nate Foster, Tobias Kappé, Dexter Kozen Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Initializing Global Objects: Time and Order By Fengyun Liu, Ondřej Lhoták, David Hua, Enze Xing Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Live Pattern Matching with Typed Holes By Yongwei Yuan, Scott Guest, Eric Griffis, Hannah Potter, David Moon, Cyrus Omar Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Accelerating Fuzzing through Prefix-Guided Execution By Shaohua Li, Zhendong Su Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Randomized Testing of Byzantine Fault Tolerant Algorithms By Levin N. Winter, Florena Buse, Daan de Graaf, Klaus von Gleissenthall, Burcu Kulahcioglu Ozkan Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity Spirea: A Mechanized Concurrent Separation Logic for Weak Persistent Memory By Simon Friis Vindum, Lars Birkedal Distinguished Paper at SPLASH '23: ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity IMC '23: The 2023 ACM on Internet Measurement Conference Replication: Towards a Publicly Available Internet Scale IP Geolocation Dataset By Omar Darwich, Hugo Rimlinger, Milo Dreyfus, Matthieu Gouel, Kevin Vermeulen IMC 2023 Best Artifact Award at IMC '23: The 2023 ACM on Internet Measurement Conference Tracking, Profiling, and Ad Targeting in the Alexa Echo Smart Speaker Ecosystem By Umar Iqbal, Pouneh Nikkhah Bahrami, Rahmadi Trimananda, Hao Cui, Alexander Gamero-Garrido, Daniel J. Dubois, David Choffnes, Athina Markopoulou, Franziska Roesner, Zubair Shafiq IMC 2023 Best Paper Award at IMC '23: The 2023 ACM on Internet Measurement Conference MobiHoc '23: The Twenty-fourth International Symposium on Theory, Algorithmic Foundations, and Protocol Design for Mobile Networks and Mobile Computing Scalable Multi-Modal Learning for Cross-Link Channel Prediction in Massive IoT Networks By Kun Woo Cho, Marco Cominelli, Francesco Gringoli, Joerg Widmer, Kyle Jamieson Best Paper Award at MobiHoc '23: The Twenty-fourth International Symposium on Theory, Algorithmic Foundations, and Protocol Design for Mobile Networks and Mobile Computing SIGDOC '23: The 41st ACM International Conference on Design of Communication Low-Effort, Unqualified, and Malicious User Behaviors in Online Human-Robot Interaction Studies By Tony W. Li, Yelin Jo, Zander Brumbaugh, Hanna Lee, Michael Murray, Elin A. 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1010	dbpedia	2	25	https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/bbls-unwanted-odor/	en	BBLs May Come With An Unwanted Odor. Here’s Why.	https://www.essence.com/…0.jpg?width=1200	https://www.essence.com/…0.jpg?width=1200	[ "https://www.essence.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/GettyImages-970232582-1200x900.jpg", "https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/?s=96&d=mm&r=g", "https://www.essence.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rgb-TAG-Registered-80px.png", "https://www.essence.com/wp-content/themes/essence/assets/images/footer-bg-202403.jpg"...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Victoria Uwumarogie", "Dominique Fluker" ]	2024-03-06T19:28:51+00:00	A recent TikTok video detailing a man’s experience with his date having a “BBL smell” has gone viral, sparking the question, “Where does the odor come from?”	en	https://www.essence.com/…cy-512-32x32.png	Essence	https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/bbls-unwanted-odor/	We’ve seen BBLs (Brazilian Butt Lifts) rise in popularity in the last couple of years, mainly due to increased representation in the media, specifically reality television and music, namely hip-hop. However, women in our community participate in the phenomenon, often contorting their bodies to achieve a specific archetype of curviness and acceptance. Culture writer Brooklyn White previously reported on this dangerous trend in her December 2022 ESSENCE piece, “The Risk Of The Rump,” where she wrote, “Posterior cosmetic surgery, known as Brazilian butt lifts, or BBLs, are not solely a White phenomenon, although the majority of butt lift patients many plastic surgeons see are White. Brazilian butt lifts evolved from a derriere-lift surgery pioneered in the mid-1960s. In recent decades, the procedure has only risen in popularity. Black celebrities, including K. Michelle and Cardi B, have candidly discussed getting butt injections, though K. Michelle has since stopped the practice for health reasons. While other stars have obviously had work done on their bums, those who openly admit it are few.” However, just as much as we see the perfectly crafted images of newly sculpted bodies online, collectively, we are noticing the downfalls of getting a BBL procedure, as surgeons quickly realize the chance of the fat getting into the veins and traveling to the heart and lungs, according to 2020 “Assessing Cosmetic Surgery Safety: The Evolving Data,” study, it found that one in 15,000 to 20,000 BBL procedures end in death. However, one may experience other side effects after the cosmetic procedure is finished, like bruising, bleeding, scarring, numbness, swelling, and a foul odor. Article continues after video. A shocking recent TikTok video that has gone viral with 156K views and 13K likes inspired a spirited dialogue amongst men about the reportedly foul “BBL smell” while engaging in intimate moments. The TikTok user’s post recounted his experience with his date, who had a BBL, as him experiencing “an assault of my nose” after she got undressed and twerked in front of him. In it, he recounted trying to tell her, as politely as possible, that she wasn’t as fresh as she could be. In embarrassment, she went and took a shower. His experience kickstarted a conversation about the odor, with medical professionals explaining the reasons behind it. Those who seek out a BBL to get a plump bottom with matching thighs may be overlooking the pitfalls of the procedure when it comes to personal hygiene and cleanliness. Some women, including those who have undergone BBLs, said that an enormous backside is simply more challenging to keep clean after using the restroom. A medical professional confirmed the theory that wiping your backside may be more difficult if you have a BBL due to the widening of the body mass. Roger Tsai, MD, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, confirmed the theory in a full-length TikTok video titled “Two secrets that Instagram models don’t want you to know about their BBL.” Article continues after video. “Wiping down there is gonna be a lot more difficult because there’s more to reach around,” he said. “So if you’re around somebody with a BBL and they smell, well…” While there isn’t necessarily a cure for smelly odors due to getting BBLs, the best thing one can do is be sure they are diligent in wiping their private parts after relieving themselves, or perhaps investing in a bidet.
1010	dbpedia	3	86	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4272368/	en	Abstracts from Purines 2014, an International Conference on Nucleotides, Nucleosides and Nucleobases, held in Bonn, Germany, from July 23–27, 2014	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih…rd-share.jpg?_=0	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih…rd-share.jpg?_=0	[ "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/coreutils/uswds/img/favicons/favicon-57.png", "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/coreutils/uswds/img/icon-dot-gov.svg", "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/coreutils/uswds/img/icon-https.svg", "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/coreutils/nwds/img/logos/AgencyLogo.svg", "https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	2014-12-10T00:00:00		en	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/coreutils/nwds/img/favicons/favicon.ico	PubMed Central (PMC)	https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4272368/	- Thursday - Thu 1 A: Potential clinical candidates for purine receptors New regenerative medicine via P2Y and P2Y-like receptors: the case of GPR17, a new target for remyelination Maria P. Abbracchio Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology of Purinergic Transmission, Department of Pharmacological and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Milan, Via Balzaretti 9, 20133 Milan, Italy P2Y receptors (P2YRs) have established roles in the cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory and immune systems [1]. Moreover, accumulating evidence suggests that the coordinated action of multiple P2YRs crucially orchestrates both acute remodelling events after tissue injury and the subsequent repair and regeneration. Some P2YRs indeed act as sensors of phagocytosis and participate to clearance of dying cells and debris after damage (e.g., P2Y6 [2]), or to the uptake and degradation of toxic endogenous substances, as shown for microglial P2Y2 toward the amyloidogenic Aβ1-42 peptide [3]. Moreover, several other P2YRs (e.g., P2Y1, P2Y12 and the P2Y-like receptor GPR17) have been implicated in the proliferation, differentiation and migration of adult multipotent stem/progenitor cells [4–6]. Globally, these findings open up new perspectives in the exploitment of P2YRs for new regenerative therapies. In this respect, GPR17 has recently emerged as a new target for demyelinating disorders. GPR17 is closely related to P2Y and CysLT receptors [7,8] and can be activated by both uracil nucleotides and cysteinyl-leukotrienes, as well as by new synthetic ligands [9,10]. Under physiological conditions, GPR17 is transiently expressed by oligodendrocyte precursor cells (OPCs) in transition to pre-immature oligodendrocytes and markedly downregulated in mature myelinating cells [11,12]. In vivo, increased levels of GPR17 at the site of brain injury, indicate a role in post-damage events [13,14]. Targeted inhibition of GPR17 markedly affected OPC differentiation in vitro, suggesting a potential role in myelin repair [11] (see also Abbracchio et al., poster at this meeting). In silico modeling and virtual screening, followed by functional and pharmacological in vitro confirmation have identified additional GPR17 ligands [9] that may represent prototypic molecules for new regenerative medicine therapies. Based on these and other findings [15], in 2012, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society USA has officially proposed GPR17 as a “model receptor” for new re-myelinating therapies in multiple sclerosis. Sponsored by Italian FISM, Grant N. 2010/R/2 and 2013/R/1 to MPA. References 1. Abbracchio MP, Burnstock G, Boeynaems JM et al (2006) Pharmacol Rev 58:281–341 2. Koizumi S, Shigemoto-Mogami Y, Nasu-Tada K et al (2007) Nature 446:1091–1095 3. Kim HJ, Ajit D, Peterson TS et al (2012) J Neurochem 121:228–238 4. Burnstock G, Ulrich H (2011) Cell Mol Life Sci 68:1369–1394 5. Ulrich H, Abbracchio MP, Burnstock G (2012) Stem Cell Rev 8:755–767 6. Boccazzi M, Rolando C, Abbracchio MP et al (2014) Glia 62:428–439 7. 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Chen Y, Wu H, Wang S et al (2009) Nat Neurosci 12:1398–1406 A medchem case study on the discovery of regadenoson Jeff A Zablocki1,, Elfatih Elzein1, Xiaofen Li1 and Luiz Belardinelli2 1Department of Medicinal Chemistry,2Department of Clinical Administration, Gilead Sciences, 333 Lakeside Drive, Foster City CA 94404 We started our drug discovery efforts for a novel pharmacological stress agent to replace adenosine (Ado) with the hypothesis that a short acting functionally selective A2A adenosine receptor agonist would have fewer side effects. It was known at the onset of the program that an appropriately 2-substituted adenosine analog [1] could impart selectivity for A2A AdoR selectivity over A1 AdoR, so we designed series exemplified by acetylene 1, and N-pyrazole 2 (regadenoson). Critical to the success of our program was the choice of measuring the vasodilatation induced by our A2A AdoR agonist in an isolated heart model (rat) attempting to match the duration of effect of adenosine [2]. The acetylene 1 had too long of a vasodilatory effect (23 min) that was attributed to the high affinity for the A2A AdoR. Regadenoson 2 had a modest duration of effect (11 min) more closely matching the duration of effect of adenosine (8 min), and a modest A2A AdoR affinity (1.2 uM h A2A AdoR). Regadenoson is 10 fold selective over A1 AdoR binding affinity, but more than 100 fold functionally selective for coronary vasodilation over A1 AdoR mediated negative dromotropic effects, and highly selective over peripheral vasodilatory effects (hypotension). The latter tissue selectivity may be due to the partial A2A AdoR agonism (cAMP), and the high receptor reserve of the coronary arterial circulation, hence requiring only a smaller percentage of A2A AdoR occupancy to cause near-maximal vasodilatation. The hypothesis that a short acting functionally selective A2A AdoR agonist would have fewer side effects was answered in the clinic with a decrease in the % and the severity of the side effects observed with regadenoson, fewer cases of first degree A-V block (3 versus 7 % for Ado) and second degree A-V block (0.1 vs 1 % for Ado) [3]. References 1. Cristalli G, Camaioni E, Francesco E, Di Eleuteri A, Vittori S, Volpini (1997) Nucleosides & Nucleotides 16(7–9):1379–1388 2. Gao Z, Li Z, Baker SB, Lasley RD, Meyer S, Elzein E, Palle V, Zablocki JA, Blackburn B, Belardinelli L (2001) JPET 298:209 3. Lexiscan® Package Insert, https://www.astellas.us/docs/lexiscan.pdf Partial adenosine A1 receptor agonists B. Albrecht-Küpper Bayer Healtcare AG, Global Drug Discovery, D-42096 Wuppertal; Cardiology Research, Department of Heart Diseases There are several options for new cardiovascular therapies involving adenosine A1 receptor activation in e.g. angina pectoris, control of cardiac rhythm, ischemic injury during acute coronary syndrome or heart failure. The main issue of using A1 receptor agonists in therapies is the broad spectrum of physiological A1 effects. Desired cardiovascular effects such as cardioprotection can be counter-regulated by undesired ones like pronounced bradycardia (AV-block) or decreased glomerular filtration rate and diuresis. This restriction for the use of A1 receptor agonists as therapeutic target can be overcome by tailoring compounds only to the desired pharmacological efficacy by the development of partial adenosine A1 receptor agonists. There are now several partial A1 agonists described in the literature like GS-9667 and VCP-103 with different degrees of partiality and resulting pharmacological activity. Bayer has identified the first non-adenosine like partial A1 agonists like Capadenoson which are suitable for an oral once daily treatment of patients. Capadenoson has an EC50 of 0.1 nM on human A1 receptors and a selectivity factor of 1,800 vs. A2a, 900 vs. A2b and no activity on A3 receptors [1]. It shows an efficacy of only 75 % in comparison to the full adenosine A1 receptor agonist CPA on A1 receptors prepared from human cortex membranes. In consistency with the predicted pharmacological effects of a partial A1 receptor agonist, Capadenoson showed reduced bradycardic effects and no AV block. In preclinical models of acute myocardial infarction and heart failure the partial A1 agonist reduced infarct size and significantly improved heart function [1,2]. In clinical studies the compound did not reduce heart rate at rest in healthy subjects or patients with stable angina pectoris, but reduced heart rate at peak exercise compared with placebo [3]. A single dose of Capadenoson resulted in a significant increase of exercise time. Clinical studies with a follow-up compound are currently ongoing in patients with heart failure. Future studies will show which benefits partial adenosine A1 receptor agonists will have in cardiovascular and other diseases. References 1. Albrecht-Küpper B, Leineweber K, Nell P (2012) Purinergic Signal 8:S91–S99 2. Sabbah HN, Gupta RC, Wang M et al (2013) Circ Heart Failure 6:563–571 3. Tendera M, Gaszewska-Zurek E, Parma Z et al (2012) Clin Res Cardiol 101:585–591 P2X3 antagonism with AF-219: clinical potential and findings Anthony P. Ford Afferent Pharmaceuticals, San Mateo, CA, USA Patients with somatosensory & visceral disorders experience chronic pain, discomfort & irritative symptoms driven by hypersensitized primary afferent neurons. Despite decades of innovation, therapeutic options remain limited, and research attention has turned to targeting excitatory channels localised preferentially to primary afferents (e.g., TRP, NaV, P2X), to suppress peripheral inputs driving sensitization. One such approach is blocking P2X3 channels (P2X3 homotrimers), expressed selectively by large proportions of neural crest derived C-fibers, deletion of which in mice led to findings consistent with attenuated sensitization [1], including urinary bladder hyporeflexia, and reduced hyperalgesia [2]. Developable “drug-like” inhibitors of P2X3 channels have been widely sought, and the first such molecule, AF-219, has successfully progressed to clinic: completed studies include four Ph 1 studies, & four Ph 2 studies in patients with a range of common clinical conditions. AF-219 is a novel (MWt. ~ 350) 2,4-diaminopyrimidine which allosterically blocks human P2X3 homotrimeric channels (IC50 ~ 30 nM) with selectivity over P2X2/3 heterotrimers & no effect on other channels studied. Clinical experience with AF-219 reveals a favorable safety profile to date from inhibition of P2X3 & P2X2/3 receptors, with one tolerability finding of altered taste perception [anticipated given reduced taste sensibility of P2X2-, P2X3- & double-KO mice [3]] reflecting high dose inhibition of heteromeric P2X2/3 channels that dominate transduction in the placodal gustatory afferents. In the first completed patient study, a high POC dose of AF-219 given over a 2 week period, was shown to dramatically reduce cough frequency & severity in refractory patients [4]. Clinical potential and additional findings will be presented. Fig. 1 AF-219 (600 mg BID) reduces daytime cough frequency 84 % (p < 0.001 vs. PLA) in patients with treatment refractory cough References 1. Ford (2012) doi: 10.1007/s11302-011-9271-6 2. Cockayne et al (2000) Nature 407:1011 3. Finger et al (2005) Science 310:1495 4. Abdulqawi et al (2013) Eur Resp J 42(Suppl 57):386s Targeting A2Areceptor to treat neurodegenerative diseases: design, synthesis and evaluation of potential antagonists Valeria Moas-Heloire1,2, Nicolas Renault1,2, Vania L. Batalha3, Philippe Chavatte1,2, Said Yous1,2, Luc Buée1,4, David Blum1,4, Luisa V. Lopes3, Laurence Agouridas1,2 and Patricia Melnyk1,2, 1Univ Lille Nord de France, F-59000 Lille, France;2UDSL, EA 4481, UFR Pharmacie, F-59000 Lille, France;3Institut de Médecine Moléculaire, Unit 2P1B-49, 1640-028 Lisboa, Portugal;4Alzheimer and Tauopathies, Inserm UMR-U837, Lille, France Adenosine is a ubiquitous endogenous purine nucleoside able to regulate many physiological processes as an intercellular messenger and plays an important neuroprotective role in the central nervous system. In the brain, adenosine and its receptors are presents in high levels, and it has been shown to be involved in both normal and pathological processes including arousal, motor control, neuroprotection, mood, learning and memory. Its effects are transmitted by four distinct receptor subtypes designated A1, A2a, A2b, and A3 belonging to the G protein-coupled receptor superfamily. Adenosine A1 and A3 receptors are coupled to inhibitory G proteins, while A2a and A2b receptors are coupled to stimulatory G proteins. A2a receptors (A2aR) show a restricted distribution, being characteristic of the dopamine enriched areas, the highest concentration being in the caudate-putamen. This anatomical selection suggests a unique role in neuronal signaling with this region and potential involvement in neurologic disease of extrapyramidal origin. In fact, A2a antagonism appeared to be a promising pharmacological target in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Furthermore, an increasing number of studies suggest that pharmacological or genetic blockade of A2aR might be of great interest in Alzheimer’s disease as it reduces β-amyloid deposits, τ-phosphorylation and neurodegeneration. Currently, only three compounds are still being tested in clinical phase for PD treatment. Even if they show good affinities for the receptor, there is still a need for improving their ADME properties by keeping their selectivity towards other adenosine receptors. Based on the published crystalline structure of the A2A receptor complexed with the selective and high-affinity antagonist ZM241385 [1] and on a pharmacophoric model [2], we have designed new ligands using in silico docking studies starting from a preliminary hit that we recently identified in our group. Then, using original chemical pathways, three new families of compounds have been synthesized and tested for their affinity towards A2a receptor. References 1. Jaccola V et al (2008) Science 322:1211–1217 2. Xu Z et al (2010) J Mol Model 16:1867–1876 Thu 1 B: Transport and release I: nucleosides and nucleobases Adenosine signaling in neuron-glial interaction is essential for ethanol seeking behaviors Doo-Sup Choi Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Molecular Pharmacology and Experimental Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA Our laboratory is studying a role of the ethanol-sensitive adenosine transporter, ENT1 (equilibrative nucleoside transporter type 1; Slc29a1), in alcohol use disorders. We are particularly interested in adenosine-regulated glutamate signaling in the striatum and cortico-striatal circuit in addictive ethanol seeking behaviors. In the nucleus accumbens (NAc), we found that ENT1 expression regulates EAAT2 (excitatory amino acid transporter type 2; Slc1a2), an astrocyte-specific glutamate transporter, which is known to be responsible for over 90 % of glutamate uptake in the striatum. Reduced EAAT2 expression in ENT1 null mice dampens glutamate uptake activity, and thereby increases synaptic glutamate levels, which constitutively activate NMDA glutamate receptors (NMDAR) in the NAc. Ceftriaxone, an antibiotic compound known to increase EAAT2 expression and function, reduced ethanol drinking in ENT1 null mice. Recently, we discovered that ceftriaxone treatment reduced ethanol withdrawal symptoms (AWS) in alcohol preferring P rats and Wistar rats. In the dorsomedial striatum (DMS), ENT1 deficiency dampens adenosine A2AR function, which promotes the transition from goal-directed to habitual behaviors. Consistently, pharmacological inhibition of DMS A2AR increases goal-directed behavior and increases both sucrose and ethanol seeking in operant self-administration experiments. Decreased A2AR signaling appears to causally decrease PKA activity in the DMS, which is consistent with the fact that inhibition of A2AR is coupled to decreased adenylyl cyclase activity and PKA activity. Moreover, ENT1 null mice showed a higher rate of initial acquisition and increased vulnerability toward habitual behavior in operant instrumental conditioning tests. Thus, hypo-A2AR function in the DMS of ENT1 null mice may lead to increased goal-oriented behavior. Using circadian locomotor activity, we found that ENT1 null mice were hyperactive compared to wild-type mice at night. Moreover, adenosine signaling regulates cellular and behavioral circadian timing and influences alcohol intake during chronodisruption. In summary, ENT1-regulated adenosine signaling plays an essential role in ethanol-seeking behaviors. Supports: NIH, Samuel C. Johnson Foundation, Ulm Foundation, Godby Foundation, and Mayo Clinic. Mechanism and function of transient adenosine release in the brain B. Jill Venton, Michael D. Nguyen and Ashley E. Ross Department of Chemistry and Neuroscience Graduate Program, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA Adenosine is a neuromodulator in the brain that regulates cerebral blood flow and neurotransmission. Our lab has developed a rapid electrochemical sensing method that allows us to measure adenosine release on the subsecond time scale. We have discovered spontaneous, transient adenosine release in the prefrontal cortex and caudate-putamen that lasts for only 3 s [1]. The mechanism and function of this transient adenosine release is not known. Thus, we have performed a series of studies to understand the regulation of these adenosine transients. Pharmacological tests indicate that spontaneous adenosine release is self-regulated by A1 but not A2a receptors. Both metabolism and nucleoside transporters are responsible for clearing adenosine from the extracellular space. In brain slices, we have observed the mechanism of formation and function of transient adenosine release. Adenosine is transiently released due to mechanical stimulation, which is not due to cell death [2]. This mechanosensitive release is dependent on ATP breakdown and is calcium and tetrodotoxin dependent. The rapid adenosine can transiently modulate phasic dopamine release in brain slices. Adenosine transiently released 2–5 s before dopamine stimulation inhibits dopamine release via A1 receptors, but adenosine released over 10 s before stimulation has no effect. Thus, our research has shown that there is a rapid mode of adenosine signalling that lasts only a few seconds in the brain. This signalling may be important for transient modulation of dopamine neurotransmission. References 1. Nguyen MD, Lee ST, Ross AE, Ryals M, Choudhry VI, Venton BJ (2014) PLoS One 9:e87165 2. Ross AE, Nguyen MD, Venton BJ (2014) J Neurochem. doi: 10.1111/jnc.12711 Novel modes of regulation of the equilibrative nucleoside transporters (ENTs) Imogen R. Coe Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario, M5B 2K3, Canada Equilibrative Nucleoside Transporters (ENTs) comprise the SLC29 family of integral membrane proteins which are responsible for the uni- or bi-directional flux of the purine nucleoside adenosine, and other nucleosides and nucleobases, across cell membranes. Compared to other members of the purinome such as purinergic receptors and enzymes, very little is known about the role of ENTs in purinergic physiology, signaling and metabolism. In addition, the role of ENTs in determining impact and efficacy of nucleoside analog drugs is still not clearly defined. Using a variety of biochemical, physiological and pharmacological approaches, we have investigated the structure, function and regulation of ENTs. We have determined that the prototypic equilibrative nucleoside transporter, ENT1, plays an integral role in modulating the effects of adenosine in a number of physiological settings. The absence of ENT1, in knockout mouse models, leads to enhanced adenosinergic responses in the cardiovasculature and the renal system [1,2]. To better understand the role of ENT1 within the purinome and the contribution of ENT1 to the regulation of purinergic activities, we have investigated and described the post-translational modifications of ENT1 undergoes and are gradually elucidating the regulatory roles of these modifications. We have also investigated the regulatory roles of a variety of interacting proteins that appear to be involved in modulating ENT1 function. In addition, it is increasingly clear that there are multiple levels of regulation of ENT1, from gene to protein, which affect the function of this transporter [3]. Taken together, our data suggest that ENT1 is an integral member of the purinome and activity of the transporter is regulated to optimize and coordinate purinergic signaling in complex and unexpected ways. References 1. Rose JB et al (2010) Am J Physiol 298: H771–H777 2. Grenz A et al (2012) J Clin Invest 122:693–710 3. dos Santos-Rodrigues A et al (2014) Neurochem Int 73:229–237 Adenosine release during neocortical network activity Mark J. Wall School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, UK The purine adenosine is a potent neuromodulator involved in many physiological and pathological CNS processes. Although much is known about its cellular actions less is known about the mechanisms of release and the spatial/temporal properties of adenosine signalling. There is accumulating evidence that only small numbers of actions potentials, fired at a low frequency, are sufficient to release adenosine and thus adenosine release occurs during physiological activity. The mechanism of release differs in different brain regions with release occurring from neurones and glia either directly or indirectly, as ATP. Using electrophysiology, biosensors and simulations we have begun to characterise the properties of adenosine signalling during neocortical network activity. In the neocortex, although the frequency of population spikes is modulated by blocking A1 receptors, adenosine release cannot be directly measured with adenosine biosensors. From simulations and experimental data we have determined that released adenosine is rapidly diluted and is therefore only detectable very close to release sites. This is consistent with data from paired recordings, were the degree of A1 receptor activation differs between proximal synapses within a slice. During pathological activity, when adenosine release occurs from many release sites inosine is detected rather than adenosine. This is consistent with the local uptake of adenosine, deamination by adenosine deaminase, and efflux out of the cells. Functions and regulation of erythrocyte equlibrative nucleoside transporter 1 (ENT1) in acute hypoxia mediated tissue injury Anren Song1, Yujin Zhang1, Jessica Lee1, Almut Grenz2, Michael R. Blackburn1, Holger Eltzschig2, Rodney E. Kellems1 and Yang Xia1 1University of Texas-Medical School, Houston, TX, USA;2University of Colorado-Medical School, Denver, USA Equlibrative nucleoside transporters (ENTs) on erythrocytes have been long speculated to regulate extracellular adenosine concentrations under hypoxic conditions. Thus, we hypothesize that erythrocyte ENT is likely a key molecule responsible for elevated circulating adenosine levels and protects tissues from hypoxia induced injury. To test this hypothesis, we first conducted western blot analysis to compare expression profiles of ENTs on erythrocyte. We found that ENT1 is the major ENT expressed on both mouse and human erythrocytes. Using genetic approach combined with functional adenosine uptake assay, we demonstrated that ENT1 1) is the major adenosine transporter in erythrocyte and 2) red blood cell (RBC) is the major cell type involved in regulating circulating adenosine levels. Next, we performed pharmacological studies to determine the exact role of ENT1 in erythrocyte. We found that treatment with dipyridamole or an ENT1 specific inhibitor (NBMPR) enhanced adenosine-induced elevation of 2,3-bisphosphoglycerate (2,3-BPG), an erythrocyte specific metabolite known to decrease hemoglobin O2 binding affinity, in cultured mouse RBCs. Using Hemox Analyzer, we found that co-treatment of adenosine with either dipyridamole or NBMPR resulted in a further right shift of oxygen equilibrium curve (OEC) and further increase in P50 compared to the cells treated with adenosine alone. Similar to our pharmacological studies, we found that genetic deletion of ENT1 further enhanced adenosine-induced 2,3-BPG production in cultured erythrocytes, additional right shift of OEC and increased P50. Finally, we found that, during acute hypoxia treatment, genetic ablation of erythrocyte ENT1 significantly reduced the speed of adenosine uptake and promoted 2,3-BPG production, triggered more oxygen release, and protected acute hypoxia-mediated tissue injury. Overall, our studies demonstrate that 1) ENT1 is a major adenosine transporter expressed by RBCs and RBCs are the major cell type responsible for regulating circulating adenosine. 2) Inhibition or deletion of erythrocyte ENT1 results in enhanced adenosine-mediated 2,3-BPG induction and hemoglobin deoxygenation in RBCs when hypoxia is encountered. Therefore, our findings reveal a previously unrecognized role of erythrocyte ENT1 in hypoxia-mediated tissue damage by regulating extracellular adenosine and provide new therapeutic possibility to prevent hypoxia-induced tissue damage. Thu 1 C: ATP-mediated talk between microglia, astrocytes and neurons Role for ATP receptors in astrocyte-neuron communications in neocortex Yuriy Pankratov, Seyed Rasooli-Nejad and Ulyana Lalo School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK Communication between neuronal and glial cells is very important for brain function. Astrocytes enwrap neurons and therefore can be exposed to various neurotransmitters. In response, astrocytes can modulate synaptic signaling via vesicular release of gliotransmitters, such as D-serine, glutamate and ATP. Our recent work highlighted an important role played by ATP in bi-directional glia-neuron communications in the brain. Firstly, we have shown that cortical astrocytes express ionotropic receptors to ATP, composed of P2X1 and P2X5 subunits. Astroglial P2X1/5 receptors mediate fast electrical and Ca2+ -signals triggered by stimulation of neuronal afferents. Secondly, we have demonstrated that vesicular release of ATP from cortical astrocytes can be activated via various pathways including Ca2+-permeable ionotropic receptors or UV-uncaging of Ca2+. We have not observed release of ATP from astrocytes of dnSNARE mice in which SNARE proteins were selectively impaired in astroglial cells. We found out that glia-derived ATP down-regulated both synaptic and tonic inhibitory currents in the neocortical neurons; this effect was mediated by phosphorylation of GABAA receptors. Furthermore, modulation of neuronal inhibition by astrocyte-driven ATP affected the synaptic plasticity in the neocortex. These findings demonstrate an importance of SNARE complex-dependent exocytosis of ATP for glia-neuron interaction in the neocortex. Our results also show a novel pathway of glia-neuron communication involving release of ATP and modulation of postsynaptic GABA receptors. Importantly, ATP-mediated communication between astrocytes and neurons in the neocortex can undergo remodeling during brain ageing and decrease in the ATP release from astrocytes may contribute to the age-related impairment of synaptic plasticity. ATP-mediated communication between astrocytes and neurons at lowPO2 Alexander V. Gourine1 and Sergey Kasparov2 1University College London, London, UK;2University of Bristol, Bristol, UK Astrocytes are the most abundant type of brain glial cells. They are closely associated with cerebral blood vessels—all penetrating and intracerebral arterioles and capillaries are enwrapped by astrocytic endfeet. By having contacts with cerebral vasculature as well as multiple neurons, astrocytes are in a position to ‘taste’ the chemical composition of the arterial blood entering the brain and integrate this information with that of brain parenchyma. Does it reflect their functional importance for the operation of brain interoceptors, which monitor key homeostatic parameters including pH, PCO2 and possibly PO2 levels? We found that astrocytes which reside within the brainstem chemoreceptor areas located near the ventral surface of the medulla oblongata are highly chemosensitive. They respond to small physiological decreases in pH or PO2 with vigorous elevations in intracellular Ca2+ and release of ATP. ATP spreads astroglial Ca2+ excitation within the neuropil, activates key respiratory neurons of the medullary rhythm-generating circuits and induces adaptive increases in breathing. During systemic hypoxia ATP is also released and acts to maintain respiratory activity in conditions when hypoxia-induced depression of respiration occurs. Mimicking astroglial pH-evoked Ca2+ responses by selective light stimulation of astrocytes expressing channelrhodopsin-2 activates chemoreceptor neurons via ATP-dependent mechanism and triggers robust respiratory and sympathetic responses in vivo. Thus, medullary astrocytes appear to be highly sensitive to physiological chemosensory challenges and have the ability to impart chemosensory information onto a modified pattern of cardiorespiratory activity via release of ATP. Ischemic tolerance mediated by glia purinergic system Schuichi Koizumi and Yuri Hirayama University of Yamanashi, Department of Neuropharmacology, Yamanashi, Japan The use of a preceding sub-lethal ischemic insult, preconditioning, is an attractive strategy for protecting neurons by inducing ischemic tolerance in the brain. Although the underlying molecular mechanisms have been studied extensively, almost all experiments have been performed on neurons. Here, we show that activation of glial cells by sub-lethal brain ischemia is essential for induction of ischemic tolerance using a middle cerebral artery occlusion mouse model. The lethal middle cerebral artery occlusion-evoked damage was significantly reduced when mice received preconditioning 3 or 6 days earlier, i.e., induction of ischemic tolerance, whereas preconditioning 1 day prior had no effect on brain damage. Interestingly, the region where ischemic tolerance occurred correlated well with where astrocytes were activated. Fluorocitrate, a metabolic inhibitor of astrocytes, inhibited the preconditioning-induced activation of astrocytes, which was associated with the disappearance of ischemic tolerance, suggesting an indispensable role of activated astrocytes to the ischemic tolerance. Minocycline, an inhibitor of microglial activation, had no such effect. As for the mechanisms, we found that upregulation of P2X7 receptors by preconditioning was responsible for astrocyte-mediated ischemic tolerance. Using P2rx7-EGFP mice, we analyzed preconditioning-induced changes on the spatiotemporal pattern of P2X7 receptor expression. P2X7 receptors were expressed mainly in microglia in naive mice. However, upon receiving preconditioning, they were dramatically upregulated in activated astrocytes rather than in microglia. The preconditioning-induced ischemic tolerance was abolished in P2X7 receptor knockout (P2X7−/−) mice, although there was no significant difference in the activation of astrocytes between wild-type and P2X7−/− mice. Moreover, hypoxia inducible factor-1α and its target gene erythropoietin, well-known mediators of oxygen homeostasis in neurons, were upregulated in astrocytes following preconditioning in wild-type mice, but expression was suppressed in P2X7−/− mice. However, neuronal hypoxia inducible factor-1α was not affected by P2X7 deficiency. Taken together, upregulation of P2X7 receptors in preconditioning-activated astrocytes should be essential for glia-mediated ischemic tolerance. Regulation of gliotransmission by microglial cells Camille Philippot, Naura Chounlamountri and Olivier Pascual Centre de Recherche en Neuroscience de Lyon (CRNL), Lyon, France Purines are involved in cellular communication throughout the central nervous system (CNS). In particular ATP, that is an important extracellular messenger involved in the communication between astrocytes, a subtype of glial cells. Astrocytes stimulation by ATP has been found to modulate the probability of glutamate release by hippocampal neurons through a pre synaptic regulation involving the the release of glutamate by astrocytes. This ATP mediated signaling pathway is part of the gliotransmission a term that refers to the capacity of glial cells to release gliotransmitter (ATP, Glutamate, D-serine…) to modulate synaptic activity. We recently demonstrated that microglia release ATP to modulate synaptic transmission using astrocytes as intermediate. We now report that microglia regulates the astrocytic process of gliotransmission. Indeed we found that gliotransmission triggered by P2Y1 agonist is impaired in slices from transgenic mice devoid of microglia. To better understand the mechanisms involved in this process, we further studied the cellular mechanisms of gliotransmitter release. We found that the lack of microglia alter neither P2Y1 receptor expression nor intracellular calcium responses following ATP stimulation. However using TIRF imaging we found that the vesicular release of gliotransmitter was slightly different in cultures lacking microglia compared to vesicular release in mixed cultures. Indeed vesicular release kinetics appears to be faster in pure astrocyte cultures when compared to mixed cultures with more vesicles close to the membrane. The results we obtained suggest an altered anchoring of ATP containing vesicles to the membrane in absence of microglia potentially leading to a defective gliotransmission. Role of adenosine A2Areceptors in cerebral ischemia Felicita Pedata1,, Alessia Melani1,2, Lucrezia Cellai1, Ilaria Dettori1 and Anna Maria Pugliese1 1Department of Neuroscience, Psychology, Drug Research and Child Health (NEUROFARBA), University of Florence, Viale Pieraccini, 6, 50139 Florence, Italy;2Fellow of the Fondazione Umberto Veronesi, Milan, Italy The extracellular concentration of adenosine in the brain increases dramatically during ischemia due to degradation of extracellularly released ATP in the first minutes after stroke and to adenosine released per se from cells [1]. Adenosine A2A receptor is expressed in neurons and glial cells and in peripheral inflammatory cells (lymphocytes and granulocytes). Adenosine A2A receptor emerged as a potential therapeutic attractive target in ischemia. Ischemia is a multifactorial pathology characterized by different events evolving in the time. After ischemia the early massive increase of extracellular glutamate is followed by activation of resident immune cells, i.e. microglia, and production or activation of inflammation mediators. Proinflammatory cytokines, that upregulate cell adhesion molecules, exert an important role in promoting recruitment of leukocytes that promote expansion of the inflammatory response in ischemic tissue. Protracted neuroinflammation is recognized as the predominant mechanism of secondary brain injury progression. Adenosine A2A receptors present on central cells and on blood peripheral cells account for important effects depending on the time-related evolution of the pathological condition. Evidence indicate that A2A antagonists provide early protection via centrally-mediated control of excessive excitotoxicity [2], while A2A agonists provide protection by controlling massive blood cell infiltration in the hours and days after ischemia [3]. References 1. Melani A, Corti F, Stephan H, Müller CE, Donati C, Bruni P, Vannucchi MG, Pedata F (2012) Exp Neurol 233(1):193–204 2. Melani A, Cipriani S, Vannucchi MG, Nosi D, Donati C, Bruni P, Giovannini MG, Pedata F (2009) Brain 132:1480–1495 3. Melani A, Corti F, Cellai L, Vannucchi MG, Pedata F (2014) Brain Res 1551:59–72 Thu 1 D: Pancreatic purinergic signaling in health and disease—exocrine and endocrine functions Bile acid induced Ca2+responses are mediated in part by ATP release and purinergic signalling in pancreatic exocrine cells Justyna Magdalena Kowal, Kristian Agmund Haanes, Nynne M. Christensen and Ivana Novak University of Copenhagen, Department of Biology, Copenhagen, Denmark Selected poster N 226 VNUT mediated ATP release in exocrine pancreas Kristian A. Haanes1,2,* and Ivana Novak1 1Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark;2Clinical Experimental Research, Copenhagen University Hospital, Glostrup, Denmark ATP is released from pancreatic acini in response to cholinergic and hormonal stimulation. The same stimuli cause exocytosis of ZG (zymogen granules) and release of digestive enzymes. Our aim was to establish the role of the vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT), SLC17A9, in storage and release of ATP. We determined that ZG stored ATP and our findings indicated that VNUT may be responsible for the ATP uptake into ZG [1]. We further used freshly prepared acini from mice and AR42J rat acinar cells. We illustrate that in AR42J cells, quinacrine (an ATP store marker) and Bodipy ATP (a fluorescent ATP analogue) co-localized with VNUT-mCherry to vesicles/granules. Furthermore, in acini and AR42J cells, a marker of the zymogen granule membranes, Rab3D, and VNUT co-localized. Dexamethasone treatment of AR42J cells promoted formation of acinar structures, paralleled by increased amylase and VNUT expression, and increased ATP release in response to cholinergic stimulation [2]. In conclusion ATP is stored together with digestive enzymes in ZG, where it is taken up by VNUT. VNUT-dependent ATP release pathway is associated with agonist-induced secretion process. We propose that co-released ATP would regulate P2 receptors in pancreatic ducts and, thus, ductal secretion, and this would aid delivery of enzymes to the duodenum. References 1. Haanes KA, Novak I (2010) Biochem J doi: 10.1042/BJ20091337 2. Haanes KA et al (2014) Purinergic Signal doi: 10.1007/s11302-014-9406-7 Functional role of vesicular nucleotide transporter in pancreatic β cells on insulin secretion Jessica Geisler1, Hongxia Chal1, Peilin Chen1, David Castle2 and Chien Li1,* 1Department of Pharmacology,2Department of Cell Biology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA Secretion of insulin in response to glucose stimulation requires the participation of an array of factors in glucose sensing, metabolism-secretion coupling and insulin granule exocytosis. The secretory response to glucose stimulation begins with a first phase of rapid insulin release and is typically followed by a second phase of slower release that is sustained until stimulation ceases. Intracellular ATP elevated in response to glucose is a key mediator of insulin secretion through closure of ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels and consequent depolarization- and calcium induced granule exocytosis. We have now uncovered a new molecular mechanism that regulates insulin secretion by controlling ATP release from pancreatic β cells. Vesicular Nucleotide Transporter (VNUT) is a vesicular membrane protein that mediates ATP uptake into secretory vesicles. We found that VNUT is expressed in pancreatic β cells [1], where VNUT is found in both insulin secretory granules and plasma membrane. In the secretory granules VNUT regulates granule ATP uptake and consequently its release by β cells. In addition to ATP secretion [1], VNUT regulates insulin secretion as suppression of VNUT expression in both mouse and human islets significantly attenuates glucose stimulated insulin secretion (GSIS) [1]. Specifically, we found that the first phase of GSIS was significantly decreased in islets from islet-specific VNUT knockout mice. The effect of VNUT on insulin secretion is mediated by extracellular ATP as exogenous ATP treatment recovers impaired insulin secretion induced by abrogating VNUT function. Taken together, VNUT is expressed in pancreatic β cells and plays a critical role in regulating glucose-induced insulin secretion. Reference 1. Geisler JC, Corbin KL,Li Q, Feranchak AP, Nunemaker CS, Li C (2013) Endocrinology 154:675–684 Paracrine activation of P2Y13: a partial mediator of glycolipotoxic effects Chanyuan Tan1,, Ulrikke Voss2, Siv Svensson1, Bernard Robaye3, Jean-Marie Boeynaems4, David Erlinge1 and Björn Olde1 1Department of Cardiology, Lund University, 22185, Lund, Sweden;2Department of Experimental Medical Science, Lund University, #22185, Lund, Sweden;3Institute of Interdisciplinary Research, IRIBHM, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Gosselies, Belgium;4Department of Laboratory Medicine, Erasme Hospital, Brussels, Belgium High levels of glucose and saturated fatty acids are known to have detrimental effects on the function and survival on several cell types of the body. In a previous study [1], we found that ADP regulates beta cell apoptosis. Using MIN6c4 cells as a model system, we investigated if autocrine/paracrine mechanisms of ADP and purinergic receptors are involved in this process. High glucose (16.7 mmol/l) and palmitate (100 μmol/l), but not mannitol, rapidly and potently elevated ATP release. Tolbutamide and diazoxide were both without effect, while the calcium channel blocker nifedipine, the Cl− channel/ VRAC inhibitor NPPB, and the pannexin inhibitor carbenoxolone could inhibit both effects. Similarly, silencing the MDR1 gene also blocked nutrient-generated ATP release. These results indicate that calcium channels and VRACs might be involved in the ATP release mechanism. Furthermore, high glucose and palmitate inhibited cAMP production, reduced cell proliferation in MIN6c4 and increased activated Caspase-3 cells in mouse islets and in MIN6c4 cells. The P2Y13-specific antagonist MRS2211 antagonized all these effects. Further studies showed that blocking the P2Y13 receptor resulted in enhanced CREB, Bad and IRS-1 phosphorylation. Preliminary results, using HFD fed P2Y13 KO mice, indicate a tendency to reduced insulin production in pancreas and a significant protective effect on HFD stimulated enteric neural-loss. Reference 1. Tan C, Salehi A, Svensson S, Olde B, Erlinge D (2009) Cell Mol Life Sci 67(3): 445–453 Beneficial effects of P2Y6receptor agonists on insulin release and survival of pancreatic β-islet cells and in target tissue: involvement of 5′-AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) Kenneth A. Jacobson1,, Bernard Robaye2, Jean-Marie Boeynaems3 and Ramachandran Balasubramanian1 1Molecular Recognition Section, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, NIH, Bethesda, MD, USA;2Institute of Interdisciplinary Research, IRIBHM, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Gosselies, Belgium;3Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium P2Y6 receptor (P2Y6R) activation protects pancreatic islet cells from apoptosis, stimulates glucose-dependent insulin release and increases glucose uptake in target tissues. These actions involve the enzyme 5′-AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a metabolic regulator that is a target for treatment of type 2 diabetes [1]. In MIN6 β-islet cells, treatment with a potent and selective P2Y6R dinucleotide agonist MRS2957 (500 nM) activated AMPK, which was blocked by P2Y6R-selective antagonist MRS2578. Also, MRS2957 induced phosphorylation of acetylcoenzyme A carboxylase (ACC), a marker of AMPK activity. Calcium chelator BAPTA-AM, calmodulin-dependent protein kinase kinase (CaMKK) inhibitor STO-069 and IP3 receptor antagonist 2-APB attenuated P2Y6R-mediated AMPK phosphorylation revealing involvement of intracellular Ca2+ pathways. P2Y6R agonist induced insulin secretion at high glucose, which was reduced by AMPK siRNA. In target cells (C2C12 skeletal muscle cells and 3T3-L1 adipocytes), MRS2957 significantly increased glucose uptake compared to control, which was antagonized by MRS2578. MRS2957-treatment resulted in significant phosphorylation of AMPK in both cell lines, which was abolished by pre-incubation with MRS2578. Also, MRS2957 (30 min incubation) increased glucose transporter GLUT4 recruitment to the cell membrane, which was blocked by MRS2578 or AMPK inhibitor (Compound C). Glucose uptake in primary mouse adipocytes from WT but not P2Y6R KO mice was stimulated by P2Y6R activation. Our results indicate that the P2Y6R is involved in controlling glucose metabolism at multiple levels, and this may be mediated through AMPK signaling. Reference 1. Balasubramanian R, Maruoka H, Jayasekara PS, Gao ZG, Jacobson KA (2013) Biochem Pharmacol 85: 991–998 Thu 2 A: Roundtable discussion: challenges for purinergic drugs “Purine-based drug development strategy: what lessons do we learn and what are the challenges” Organized and chaired by Maria P. Abbracchio (Milan, Italy) and Jiang-Fan Chen (Boston, USA) Presentation: Over the last decade, increasing numbers of clinical trials testing novel purine-based drugs in a variety of indications have been initiated, including several largest clinical phase III trials of the A2A receptor antagonists istradeffyline and preladenant for Parkinson’s disease, the A1 receptor antagonist rolofylline for heart failure, antithombotic agents targeting the platelet P2Y12 receptor and agents acting via P2Y2 receptors for cystic fibrosis and dry eye disease. However, very few drugs have actually made a clinical impact yet. Aims of the Round-Table: In this Round-Table discussion, we call on preclinical and clinical investigators as well as pharmaceutical industries and private no-profit research and Patients’ Foundations to: (i) identify major hurdles for the development of pharmacological compounds that target purine signaling, (ii) envisage new effective operational drug development models to best synergize basic/clinical researchers, pharmaceutics and Foundations. We anticipate that this Round-Table will stimulate the discussion on some critical issues in this topic: i) What are the greatest challenge in developing purine ligands for specific clinical applications? ii) What are general lessons we learned from these late stages of clinical trials? iii) How can we dissect out the complexity of purinergic signaling to reduce debilitating side effects? iv) Are there specific/unique factors that should be taken into consideration for clinical trials design for purine-based therapy? New operational models in drug discovery and development: the role of patients’ foundation Paola Zaratin* and Mario Alberto Battaglia Italian MS Society Foundation, Genoa, Italy Discovering and developing new disease-modifying therapies for neurodegenerative diseases hinges on innovative research and new operational models promoting multidisciplinary and integrated efforts of all stakeholders involved. Traditional Industry or Biotech-based models do no longer always represent the best possible option to keep science moving forward the development of innovative therapies. Given the challenges presented, for the benefit of people with Multiple Sclerosis, the Italian Multiple Sclerosis Society Foundation is committed to play a role in contributing to filling this translational gap, often also referred to as the ‘Valley of Death’ [1]. During the past years, as other Patients’ Foundations, we have been taking on the role of ‘venture philanthropists’ by contributing to bridge the gap between promising discoveries and the commercial expertise to move them forward. We will present the case of the GPR17 research project that aims at developing new re-myelinating therapies. However, it is only the shared responsibility of the stakeholders involved in every stage of drug discovery and development—at any phase, in the public, non-profit and private sector—to contribute to filling the translational gap [2]. It is urgent to conceive new collaborative operational models to create a bioinnovation ecosystem that fosters collegial interactions among all the relevant stakeholders on non-competitive research. We will present our experience towards expediting the discovery and development of therapies for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) [3] for the benefit of patients of the estimated 1 million people worldwide who have Progressive MS. Despite great progress in relapsing MS, much work is needed to achieve similar successes for the neurodegenerative progressive forms of MS. References 1. Finkbeiner S (2010) Nature Med 16:1227–1232 2. Sherer TB (2013) Nature Med 19:127 3. Fox RJ, Thompson A, Baker D, Baneke P, Brown D, Browne P, Chandraratna D, Ciccarelli O, Coetzee T, Comi G, Feinstein 747 A, Kapoor R, Lee K, Salvetti M, Sharrock K, Toosy A, Zaratin P, Zuidwijk K (2012) Mult Scler 18(11):1534–1540 Thu 2 B: Transport and release II: nucleotides Opening remarks and introduction to vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT) Yoshinori Moriyama Department of Membrane Biochemistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama, Japan Release of ATP from cells triggers purinergic response among various purinoceptor-expressing cells. In spite of well-understood features on the signaling cascade after stimulation of the purinoreceptors, the mechanism of how ATP is released from the purinergic cells is less characterized. ATP is released through at least three distinct pathways: vesicular secretion, channel-mediated release and simply cell breakdown. Recent studies have revealed two membrane proteins which play an essential role in these pathways: vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT) that is responsible for vesicular storage of ATP, and pannexin 1 that is responsible for ATP release through plasma membrane. In this symposium, we focus on VNUT and pannexin 1, and discuss the significance of the two membrane proteins in purinergic chemical transmission. After introducing the overall feature of mechanism of ATP release, three young Japanese researchers will talk about frontier of VNUT study: Dr. Hiasa is going to talk the role of VNUT in platelet, Dr. Sakamoto will talk about the effect of VNUT knock out on the neuroendocrine functions, and Dr. Nakagomi will talk about the effect of VNUT knock out on physiological and pathological aspects of bladder epithelium. Then, Dr. Isakson will talk about role of pannexin 1 in vascular ATP release. Finally Dr. Lazarowski will overview of progress of ATP release and talk about recent work on nucleotide release from airway epithelial cells as a good model of coordinated participation of both VNUT and pannexin 1. Vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT) in platelets Miki Hiasa Department of Membrane Biochemistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama, Japan Extracellular nucleotides function as intercellular messengers and cause various physiological or pathological responses upon binding to purinoceptors on the target cells. In platelets, nucleotides are stored in the dense granules and their release facilitates platelet aggregation through purinoceptors and that in consequence, platelets play an essential role in hemostasis and thrombosis. However, the mechanism of how platelets store nucleotides in the granules is far less understood. In 2008, Dr. Moriyama and colleagues identified Vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT, SLC17A9 protein) that is responsible for the vesicular storage and subsequent exocytosis of ATP [1]. VNUT transports nucleotides such as ATP and ADP using the membrane potential established by vacuolar proton ATPases. The ATP uptake requires low concentrations of Cl− and inhibited by Evans Blue, DIDS and keton bodies. In analogy to other vesicular neurotransmitter transporters, VNUT is also a potential molecular probe for identifying the sites of vesicular ATP storage and secretion. In the present study, we investigated the possible involvement of VNUT in the vesicular storage and release of nucleotides in platelets. We demonstrated that VNUT was expressed in human platelets and associated with dense granules and detected VNUT transport activity in platelet membrane vesicles. RNA interference suppressed both VNUT expression and Ca2+-dependent release of nucleotides in clonal human megakaryoblastic cells. Furthermore, identification of glyoxylate as a reversible inhibitor of VNUT provided a clue for development of selective modulator of VNUT activity to control nucleotides release in vivo [2]. References 1. Sawada K et al (2008) Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 105:5683-5686 2. Hiasa M et al (2014) Physiol Rep. electric version Vesicular nucleotide transporter (Vnut) regulates glucose metabolism. Shohei Sakamoto1,, Takaaki Miyaji2, Miki Hiasa3, Reiko Ichikawa4, Akira Uematsu4, Ken Iwatsuki4, Atsushi Shibata1, Hisayuki Uneyama4, Ryoichi Takayanagi1, Akitsugu Yamamoto5, Hiroshi Omote3, Masatoshi Nomura1 and Yoshinori Moriyama2,3 1Department of Medicine and Bioregulatory Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka 812-8582, Japan;2Advanced Research Science Center, Okayama University, Okayama 700-8530, Japan;3Department of Membrane Biochemistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama 700-8530, Japan;4Institute for Innovation, Ajinomoto Co., Inc. Kawasaki 210-5893, Japan;5Faculty of Bioscience, Nagahama Institute of Bio-science and Technology, Nagahama 526-0829, Japan Neuroendocrine cells store ATP in secretory granules and release it along with hormones that may trigger a variety of cellular responses in a process called purinergic chemical transmission. Although the vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT) has been shown to be involved in vesicular storage and release of ATP, its physiological relevance in vivo is far less well understood. In Vnut knockout (Vnut−/−) mice, we found that the loss of functional VNUT in adrenal chromaffin granules and insulin granules in the islets of Langerhans led to several significant effects. Vesicular ATP accumulation and depolarization-dependent ATP release were absent in the chromaffin granules of Vnut−/− mice and the synthesis and exocytosis of adrenaline and noradrenaline were significantly decreased. Glucose-responsive ATP release was also absent in pancreatic β-cells in Vnut−/− mice, while glucose-responsive insulin secretion was enhanced to a greater extent than that in wild-type tissue. Vnut−/− mice exhibited improved glucose tolerance and low blood glucose upon fasting due to increased insulin sensitivity. These results demonstrated an essential role of VNUT in vesicular storage and release of ATP in neuroendocrine cells in vivo and suggest that vesicular ATP and/or its degradation products act as feedback regulators in catecholamine and insulin secretion, thereby regulating blood glucose homeostasis. The role of VNUT in bladder epithelium Hiroshi Nakagomi1,, Tsutomu Mochizuki1, Mitsuharu Yoshiyama1 Youichi Shinozaki2, Keisuke Shibata2, Tatsuya Miyamoto1, Masayuki Takeda1, Yoshinori Moriyama3 and Schuichi Koizumi2 1Department of Urology, Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Medicine and Engineering, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi, Japan;2Department of Neuropharmacology, Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Medicine and Engineering, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi, Japan;3Department of Membrane Biochemistry, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University, Okayama, Japan The urothelium of urinary bladder functions not only a passive barrier against ions and infections, but also functions as a sensor responding to various types of stimuli including physical stimulation by bladder filling. Urothelial cells release ATP as well as other chemical mediators in response to stretch-stimulation. Among these, ATP plays a central role because it activates P2 receptors on primary afferent fibers to transmit sensation of micturition to the CNS. However, the mechanisms underlying ATP release in response to various stretch stimuli remain largely unknown. Here we show that the urothelial cells exocytose ATP via a VNUT-dependent mechanism. Immunostaining studies showed that VNUT signals were highly expressed in all urothelial cell layers in mouse bladder and cultured urothelial cells. The VNUT signals labeled by RFP were co-located with the fluorescent ATP analogue mant-ATP and quinacrine. We visualized the real-time dynamics of ATP release using quinacrine, and found that they were exocytosed. The stretch-evoked ATP release was significantly reduced by the treatment of VNUT siRNA or several inhibitors of vesicular exocytosis. These findings suggest that VNUT plays an important role in stretch-elicited ATP release from urothelium. Recently we have succeeded in generating VNUT-KO mice. We have started to analyze phenotypes of these mice both in vivo and in vitro experiments, including the stretch-evoked ATP release from urothelium, bladder functions and urination behaviors. I will also present these results obtained from VNUT-KO mice in this symposium. Pannexin 1 channels on smooth muscle cell regulates α1-adrenergic vasoconstriction and blood pressure Brant E. Isakson Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville Virginia USA We recently demonstrated a key role for pannexin (Panx1) in α1-adrenergic receptor (α1-AR) stimulation of resistance arteries (Billaud et al., Circ Res 2012). However, the participation of Panx1 in other contractile pathways has not been investigated. Therefore, we stimulated resistance arteries with endothelin-1, serotonin, AngII, ATP, noradrenaline and phenylephrine (PE). Only noradrenaline and PE responses were altered by pharmacological pannexin inhibitors. In addition, release of ATP and Panx 1 currents could only be detected when PE or noradrenaline was used. These results were verified using proximity ligation assays demonstrating α1-AR/Panx1 interaction, but no Panx1 interactions with any of the other vasoconstrictor receptors. Using a heterologous expression system expressing α1-AR and Panx1, we created mutations in the Panx1 intracellular loop and found tyrosine 198 conversion to alanine inhibited ATP release and channel current after PE or noradrenaline. Custom antibodies were created which demonstrated specific phosphorylation of Panx1 at tyrosine 198 only after noradrenaline or phenylephrine stimulation of resistance arteries. To further evaluate the potential role for Panx1 in smooth muscle, a novel transgenic mouse that had specific deletion of Panx1 in the smooth muscle (Panx1fl/fl/Cre+) cells under the control of tamoxifen was created. Functionally, these mice after tamoxfien injection had significantly decreased responses to noradrenaline and phenylephrine, but the vasoconstrictions to endothelin-1 or serotonin were unchanged. Importantly, Panx1fl/fl/Cre+ +tamoxifen mice were significantly hypotensive. Our results show that Panx1 has an exclusive interaction with α1-AR in smooth muscle of resistance arteries that together can regulate vascular tone and blood pressure. Pannexin 1 and vesicular nucleotide transporter (VNUT) contribute to airway epithelial nucleotide release Juliana I. Sesma, Barbara R. Grubb, Catharina van Hesden, Silvia M. Kreda and Eduardo R. Lazarowski* Cystic Fibrosis/Pulmonary Research & Treatment Center University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA Extracellular ATP and its metabolic product adenosine regulate ion channel/fluid secretion activities necessary for mucin hydration via activation of airway epithelial P2Y2 and A2B receptors. In spite of the pathophysiological relevance of the responses triggered by extracellular nucleotides in the lung, the mechanisms of airway epithelial nucleotide release in normal and inflamed airways has only recently begun to be addressed. Insights into these mechanisms emerged from the identification of (i) pannexin 1 as a plasma membrane ATP channel and (ii) solute carrier (SLC) transporters that control the uptake and storage of nucleotides in secretory vesicles/granules. Our recent studies suggest that, in the airways, pannexin 1 mediates ATP release from ciliated cells-dominated airway epithelia, whereas VNUT controls nucleotide levels within mucin granules and contributes to the release of ATP from mucin secreting cells. Notably, primary cultures of human bronchial epithelial (HBE) cells exposed to inflammatory factors from cystic fibrosis (CF) airways exhibited enhanced hypotonicity-evoked ATP release, relative to non-inflamed cultures. ATP release from inflamed cells was sensitive to inhibitors of the secretory pathway, but was not accompanied by mucin secretion. Thus, vesicular mechanisms, additional or alternative to mucin granules, contribute to the release of ATP from CF-like inflamed airway epithelia. Current studies in our lab are addressing the contribution of VNUT and pannexin 1 to mucociliary clearance activities and inflammation in mouse models of obstructed lung diseases. Thu 2 C: Purinergic control of synaptic transmission Purinergic signalling in neuronal-glial networks Alexei Verkhratsky Faculty of Life Sciences, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK Purinergic transmission is one of the most ancient and widespread extracellular signalling systems. In the brain, purinergic signalling plays a unique role in integrating neuronal and glial cellular circuits, as virtually every type of glial cell possesses receptors to purines and pyrimidines. These receptors, represented by metabotropic P1 adenosine receptors, metabotropic P2Y purinoceptors and ionotropic P2X purinoceptors, control numerous physiological functions of glial cells and are intimately involved in virtually every form of neuropathology. Key words: P2X receptors, NMDA receptors, Ca2+ signalling; Na+ signalling Modulation of GABAergic inhibition in the hippocampus by adenosine Ana M. Sebastião1,, Diogo M. Rombo1, Karri P. Lamsa2 and Joaquim A. Ribeiro1 1Institute of Pharmacology and Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine and Unit of Neurosciences, Institute of Molecular Medicine, Lisbon, Portugal;2Department of Pharmacology, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK Adenosine is an endogenous antiepileptic substance, with well known modulatory actions upon excitatory transmission and plasticity in the hippocampus [1]. However, in spite of the relevance of GABAergic inhibitory transmission to control seizures, little is known about the role of adenosine on this system. We recently reported that adenosine can interfere with the life-span of GABA at synapses, by regulating the activity of GABA transporters. At nerve endings only A2A receptors (R) are involved [2], but in astrocytes A1R and A2AR act as tetramers that signal via two different G proteins, Gs and Gi/0, to fine-tune GABA uptake [3]. We now focused upon the action of adenosine at inhibitory synapses, distinguishing between modulation of inhibitory inputs to excitatory neurons and modulation of inhibitory inputs to inhibitory neurons. We recorded GABAAR-mediated currents in pyramidal neurons and in interneurons of the CA1 area in hippocampal slices, and found that activation of A1R inhibits GABAAR currents both in pyramidal cells and in specific interneurons expressing cannabinoid receptor type 1. Interestingly, the A1R-mediated suppression was only detected in GABAergic currents generated at perisynaptic/extrasynaptic site. Regarding adenosine A2ARs, we found, in contrast, that they operate presynaptically at parvalbumin expressing neurons to facilitate GABAergic inputs to other inhibitory neurons. We conclude that cell type-specific localization and function of A1R and A2AR control phasic (A2AR) and tonic (A1R) GABAergic transmission in the hippocampus. In addition, the finding that adenosine modulation of inhibition is synapse-specific indicates that it operates at key points of the hippocampus to control network excitability. References 1. Dias RB, Rombo DM, Ribeiro JA, Henley JM, Sebastião AM (2013) Trends in Neuroscience 36:248–257 2. Cristóvão-Ferreira S, Vaz SH, Ribeiro JA, Sebastião AM (2009) J Neurochem 109:336–347 3. Cristóvão-Ferreira S, Navarro G, Brugarolas M, Pérez-Capote K, Vaz SH, Fattorini G, Conti F, Lluis C, Ribeiro JA, Mccormick PJ, Casadó V, Franco R, Sebastião AM (2013) Purinergic Signal 9:433–449 Interaction between purinergic and glutamatergic synaptic inputs in the neocortex Yuriy Pankratov1,, Alexej Verkhratsky2 and Ulyana Lalo1 1School of Life Sciences, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK;2Faculty of Life Science, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK Studies performed during last two decades highlighted important role for purinoreceptors in modulation of synaptic transmission and plasticity. Our recent work was focused on the interaction of postsynaptic P2X and NMDA receptors. Interaction between P2X and NMDA receptors was studied in the pyramidal neurons of neocortical slices and in the individual synapses. Advanced technique of acute cell isolation allowed cells to retain the proximal dendrites with attached synaptic boutons. The presence of functional synapses was confirmed by activity-dependent staining with FM1-43 and recording of miniature spontaneous mEPSCs resembling those recorded in slices. This preparation enabled to elicit synaptic currents in single bouton by stimulation with external electric field applied via micropipette. Excitatory synaptic currents, recorded both in the individual synapses and in neurons in slice, exhibited two components: glutamatergic and purinergic, mediated by P2X receptors. The co-localization of P2X and glutamate receptors was verified by immunolabeling of living cells with P2X and GluN antibodies. We found out the ATP can be co-released with glutamate and activate P2X receptors causing a decrease in the NMDA receptor-mediated synaptic currents via Ca2+-dependent de-phosphorylation. P2X-activated down-regulation of NMDA receptors was abolished in the mutant mice, lacking the PDZ-domains of PSD-95 complex. Abolishing of purinergic regulation of NMDA receptors either by knock-out of P2X receptor or by PDZ mutation or pharmacologically lead to substantial increase in the long-term potentiation induced by weaker tetanic stimulation. Combined, these results suggest an important physiological role for postsynaptic P2X receptors in central synapses. Synaptic effects of adenosine A2ARs: interactions with other receptors and possible implications for CNS diseases Patrizia Popoli Department of Therapeutic Research and Medicines Evaluation, Istituto Superiore di Sanità, Viale Regina Elena 299, 00161 Roma, Italy Adenosine A2A receptors (A2ARs) are highly expressed in the striatum and, thanks to their ability to establish functional and molecular interactions with many other receptors, they play a pivotal role in the modulation and integration of striatal neurotransmission. Besides the recently reported regulatory role of striatal A2ARs on the synaptic effects of BDNF and cocaine [1,2], their interaction with cannabinoid CB1 receptors seems to be particularly intriguing, since A2ARs can exert both a permissive and an inhibitory influence on CB1-dependent effects [3]. To further investigate such a complex interaction, we studied, by extracellular field potential recordings in corticostriatal slices, the synaptic effects of the CB1R agonist WIN 55212,2 (WIN) in wild type (WT) and transgenic rats overexpressing A2ARs, TGR(NSEhA2A) [4]. While WIN (2 μM) induced a marked depression of synaptic transmission in both genotypes, it was significantly less effective in transgenic (−40 % of basal amplitude) than in WT rats (−70 % of basal, P < 0.001). Such an impairment of CB1-mediated effects could depend on the overexpression of pre-synaptic A2ARs, since the inhibition exerted by WIN on K+-evoked glutamate efflux was significantly lower (P < 0.05) in striatal synaptosomes from TGR(NSEhA2A) than WT rats. Furthermore, TGR(NSEhA2A) rats showed a significantly reduced hypolocomotion in response to WIN (5 mg/kg i.p., P < 0.05). These data confirm the strong modulatory role exterted by A2ARs on CB1-mediated effects. The different role of pre- vs. postsynaptic A2ARs, their interaction with other receptors, the role of A2ARs-CB1 heteromers, and the potential relevance of the A2AR-CB1R interaction to neurodegenerative diseases will be further evaluated. References 1. Martire A, Pepponi R, Domenici MR, Ferrante A, Chiodi V, Popoli P (2013) J Neurochem 125:225–235 2. Chiodi V, Mallozzi C, Ferrante A, Chen JF, Lombroso PJ, Di Stasi AM, Popoli P, Domenici MR (2014) Neuropsychopharmacology 39:569–578 3. Tebano MT, Martire A, Popoli P (2012) Brain Res 1476: 108–118 4. Giménez-Llort L, Schiffmann SN, Shmidt T, Canela L, Camón L, Wassholm M, Canals M, Terasmaa A, Fernández-Teruel A, Tobeña A, Popova E, Ferré S, Agnati L, Ciruela F, Martínez E, Scheel-Kruger J, Lluis C, Franco R, Fuxe K, Bader M (2007) Neurobiol Learn Mem 87:42–56 Fine tuning of neurotransmitter output and excitability in peripheral neurons by P2Y receptors Arsalan Yousuf, Giri Chandaka, Klaus Schicker, Hend Gafar and Stefan Boehm* Department of Neurophysiology and Neuropharmacology, Centre of Physiology and Pharmacology, Medical Univ. Vienna, Vienna, Austria While the roles of P2X receptors in autonomic and sensory neurons have been elucidated to a great extent, the functions of P2Y receptors in the peripheral nervous system remained largely controversial. In dorsal root ganglion neurons, nucleotides increased excitability simultaneously via P2Y1 and P2Y2 receptors. The underlying mechanisms involved an inhibition of Kv7 channels and a facilitation of TRPV1 channels. Both effects relied on activation of phospholipase C and increases in intracellular Ca2+. The facilitation of TRPV1, but not the inhibition of Kv7 channels, required protein kinase C. In the presence of blockers of Kv7 and TRPV1 channels, nucleotides did not affect the excitability of sensory neurons [1]. In postganglionic sympathetic neurons, nucleotides co-released together with noradrenaline mediate feedback regulation of transmitter output: through presynaptic P2Y12 receptors, nucleotides caused an inhibition of transmitter release via pertussis toxin-sensitive G proteins; through presynaptic P2Y1 receptors, nucleotides caused an enhancement via phospholipase C. Activation of P2Y1 receptors also led to an inhibition of Kv7 channels in sympathetic neurons, as did the activation of P2Y6 [2]. However, neither activators nor inhibitors of Kv7 channels did affect transmitter release. Phorbol esters and diacyl glycerol analogues occluded facilitatory effects of nucleotides, but PKC inhibitors had no effect. Long lasting phorbol ester treatment down regulated munc13 and prevented facilitatory effects of nucleotides. Thus, the facilitation of sympathetic transmitter release via P2Y1 receptors appears to be mediated by munc13 isoforms. In summary, in peripheral autonomic and sensory neurons various P2Y receptors cooperate to tightly control excitability and neurotransmitter output. This study was supported by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF). References 1. Yousuf A, Klinger F, Schicker K, Boehm S (2011) Pain 152:1899–1908 2. Chandaka GK, Salzer I, Drobny H, Boehm S, Schicker KW (2011) Br J Pharmacol 164:1522–1533 Thu 2 D: Purines in wound healing and fibrosis Effect of adenosine receptors on keratinocyte function M. Carmen Montesinos, Rosa M. Andrés, Jorge Arasa and M. Carmen Terencio Center of Molecular Recognition and Technological Development. Department of Pharmacology, University of Valencia, Ave. Vicent Andrès Estellès s/n, 46100 Burjassot, Valencia, Spain Wound re-epithelialization is the ultimate step of the reestablishment of the epithelial barrier after injury. Topical application of selective adenosine A2A receptor agonists promotes wound closure in both healthy and diabetic animals1. Despite the poor granulation tissue formation observed in A2A receptors deficient mice, re-epithelialization was not compromised2. Examination of adenosine receptor expression in foreskin keratinocytes confirmed that the A2B subtype is most prominently expressed, followed by the A2A receptor, while subtypes A1 and A3 were undetectable. Both the non-selective adenosine receptor agonist 5′-(N-ethylcarboxamido)adenosine (NECA) and the selective A2B agonist BAY 60-6583 decreased keratinocyte proliferation and increased cAMP production and intracellular calcium levels. In contrast, the selective A2A agonist CGS-21680 promoted cell proliferation and failed to increase cAMP, but dose-dependently inhibit TNFα production by stimulated keratinocytes. Pretreatment with CGS-21680 (5 μg per site) prevented the epidermal hyperplasia and inflammatory response induced by topical application of 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate (TPA, 2 nmol/site) for three consecutive days, while promoted dermal fibroblasts proliferation and collagen deposition in dermis. Interestingly, in epidermis from psoriatic patients we found decreased A2B receptors expression and increased A2A receptor expression. We could reproduce this pattern by treating keratinocytes from healthy donors with the cytokine IFNγ. Additionally, TNFα and IL-1β also increased A2A receptor expression, whereas IFNα and TPA decreased A2B receptor expression. Our results suggest that adenosine plays an important role regulating epidermal inflammation and keratinocyte function, and thus may constitute an interesting therapeutic strategy in inflammatory hyperproliferative skin diseases such as psoriasis. References 1. Valls MD, Cronstein BN, Montesinos MC (2009) Biochem Pharmacol 77:1117–1124 2. Montesinos MC, Desai A, Chen JF et al (2002) Am J Pathol 160:2009–2018 Adenosine A2Areceptor (A2AR) stimulates bone regeneration and healing Aránzazu Mediero Division of Translational Medicine, Department of Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center. New York, NY, USA Bone is a dynamic organ that undergoes continuous remodeling whilst maintaining a balance between bone formation and resorption. Various types of orthopedic procedures, including spinal fusion and repair of bone defects due to trauma, infection or metastatic disease, require formation of new bone. We have previously reported that A2AR stimulation inhibits osteoclast differentiation but only A2BR stimulation affects osteoblast differentiation or function. Here we report on the role of A2AR in promoting bone regeneration and healing both in vitro and in vivo and explore the mechanisms by which A2AR stimulates bone regeneration. Adenosine receptors and tissue fibrosis Bruce N. Cronstein1, Miguel Perez Aso2 and Jessica Feig1 1NYU School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA; 2Barcelona, Spain Recent studies have clearly demonstrated the role of adenosine and its receptors in promoting wound healing and tissue repair. Indeed, overabundant tissue repair and fibrosis are consequences of adenosine generation and receptor ligation in the skin and such organs as the liver, lungs and peritoneum [1]. In our recent studies we have found that adenosine A2A receptor ligation plays a critical role in diffuse dermal fibrosis, hepatic fibrosis, scars in the skin and, more recently, radiation dermatitis. Here we will review recent studies demonstrating the central role of adenosine, generated as a result of extracellular nucleotide hydrolysis, and adenosine A2A receptors in promoting dermal and hepatic fibrosis. Moreover, we have recently found that agents that diminish extracellular adenosine levels inhibit fibrosis in mice and there is evidence from clinical studies that some of these agents may be useful for the treatment of hepatic fibrosis. Adenosine receptor blockade and diminished adenosine generation may be useful approaches to the treatment of fibrosing diseases, currently an unmet medical need. Reference 1. Cronstein BN (2011) Adenosine receptors and fibrosis: a translational review. F1000 biology reports 3:21 Purinergic signalling and sensing of renal tubular flow Jens Leipziger Department of Biomedicine, Physiology, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark During the last 10 years the renal research community has set the primary cilium into the lime light. From being viewed as a possible evolutionary rudiment, today the primary cilium has achieved the noble status of a physiologically relevant cellular structure. Its prime function in renal epithelium appears to be its ability to sense urinary flow. Much is still lacking to understand how the primary cilium senses flow. Transducer proteins, such as specific mechano-sensory ion channels, have been identified and are necessary for flow-dependent increases of epithelial [Ca2+]i. A flow-induced increase of [Ca2+]i has been observed in all renal and other ciliated epithelial cells. Work over the last 5 years has addressed the mechanism underlying the flow-induced increase of [Ca2+]i. It has become apparent that an initial Ca2+ influx triggers a global increase of epithelial [Ca2+]i. Eventually, it is also clear that mechanical stimulation of the epithelial cells triggers the release of ATP. Intriguingly, ATP is an auto-and paracrine signaling molecule that regulates electrolyte and water transport in the nephron by binding to apical and basolateral purinergic receptors. ATP inhibits transport at almost all sites from the proximal to the distal tubule and thus elicits a diuretic response. In this perspective, the primary cilium is a sensory structure and the adequate stimulus is the mechanical deflection. The output signal is the released ATP, a paracrine factor that ultimately modulates the main function of the kidney, i.e. the enormous task of absorbing some 180 l of filtrate every day. Thu 3 A: New technologies in purine receptor research Single molecule detection at adenosine receptors Stephen J. Hill Cell Signalling Research Group, School of Life Sciences, University of Nottingham, UK Our previous work, using fluorescent adenosine receptor agonists and antagonists, has provided novel insights into the allosteric regulation of adenosine A3 and A1 receptors by allosteric ligands and homodimerisation [1,2]. We have also used fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS) to investigate ligand binding to A1 and A3 receptors in small microdomains of single living cells [3,4]. FCS studies with a fluorescent A3-agonist has enabled high affinity labeling of the active conformation (R) of the receptor. We have now used a fluorescent adenosine A3-antagonist ({"type":"entrez-nucleotide","attrs":{"text":"CA200645","term_id":"35234116","term_text":"CA200645"}}CA200645) to study the binding characteristics of antagonist-occupied receptor conformations (R) in membrane microdomains of individual cells. FCS analysis of {"type":"entrez-nucleotide","attrs":{"text":"CA200645","term_id":"35234116","term_text":"CA200645"}}CA200645-occupied A3-receptors revealed two species (τD2 and τD3) that diffused at 2.29 ± 0.35 and 0.09 ± 0.03 μm2/s, respectively. FCS analysis of a GFP-tagged A3-receptor exhibited a single diffusing species (0.087 μm2/s) that was not altered by pre-treatment with A3-agonists or A3-antagonists. The binding of {"type":"entrez-nucleotide","attrs":{"text":"CA200645","term_id":"35234116","term_text":"CA200645"}}CA200645 to τD3 was antagonized by nanomolar concentrations of the A3-antagonist MRS 1220, but not by NECA (up to 300 nM) consistent with labeling of the inactive conformation (R) of the receptor. {"type":"entrez-nucleotide","attrs":{"text":"CA200645","term_id":"35234116","term_text":"CA200645"}}CA200645 normally dissociated slowly from the A3-receptor but inclusion of the allosteric ligand VUF 5455, or the orthosteric ligand xanthine amine congener, during washout markedly accelerated the reduction in the number of particles exhibiting τD3 characteristics consistent with an allosteric effect. The potential for FCS analysis of ligand-occupied receptors to provide a powerful and unique means to monitor ligand residence times, and the impact of allosteric regulators on them, will be discussed. References 1. May LT, Self TJ, Briddon SJ, Hill SJ (2010) Mol Pharmacol 78:511–523 2. May LT, Bridge LJ, Stoddart LA, Briddon SJ, Hill SJ (2011) FASEB J 25:3465–3476 3. Cordeaux Y, Briddon SJ, Alexander SPH, Kellam B, Hill SJ (2008) FASEB J 22 850–860 4. Briddon SJ, Middleton RJ, Cordeaux Y, Flavin FM, Weinstein JA, George MW, Kellam B, Hill SJ (2004) Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 101:4673–4678 Optogenetic activation of intracellular adenosine A2Areceptor signaling in hippocampus is sufficient to impair memory through CREB phosphorylation Jiang-Fan Chen1,2,, Ji-Hoon Yoo1, Wei Li1, Xiangtian Zhou2, Yumei Wang1, Gerard van Westen3, Marie-Pierre Payen1, Elisabete Augusto 1,4, Zhihui Li2, Zhongnan Wu2, Xianhua Hou1, Rodrigo Cunha1,4, Yuanguo Zhou5, Ad IJzerman3, Edward Boyden6 and Jia Qu2 1Boston University School of Medicine, Neurology, Boston, Portugal;2Wenzhou Medical University, School of Optometry and Ophthalmology, Wenzhou, China, China;3Leiden University, Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research, Leiden, Netherlands;4University of Coimbra, Center for Neurosciences and Cell Biology, Coimbra, Portugal;5Third Military Medical University, Research Institute of Surgery, Chongqing, China;6Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT McGovern Institute, Cambridge, USA Human and animal studies have converged to suggest that caffeine consumption prevents memory deficits in aging and Alzheimer’s disease through the antagonism of adenosine A2A receptors (A2AR). To address the central question whether A2AR activation in hippocampus is sufficient to impair memory function and to begin elucidating the intracellular pathways operated by A2AR, we have developed a chimeric rhodopsin-A2AR protein (optoA2AR), which retains the extracellular and transmembrane domains of rhodopsin (conferring light responsiveness and eliminating adenosine binding pockets) fused to the intracellular loop of A2AR to confer specific A2AR signaling. The specificity of the optoA2AR signaling was confirmed by light-induced selective enhancement of cAMP and phospho-MAPK (but not cGMP) levels in HEK293 cells, which was abolished by a point-mutation at the C-terminal of A2AR. Supporting its physiological relevance, optoA2AR and the A2AR agonist {"type":"entrez-protein","attrs":{"text":"CGS21680","term_id":"878113053","term_text":"CGS21680"}}CGS21680 produced comparable and additive activation of cAMP and phospho-MAPK signaling in HEK293 cells and of c-Fos in the mouse brain. Remarkably, optoA2AR and {"type":"entrez-protein","attrs":{"text":"CGS21680","term_id":"878113053","term_text":"CGS21680"}}CGS21680 triggered a preferential phosho-CREB signaling in hippocampusor phospho-MAPK signaling in nucleus accumbens. Importantly, light optoA2AR activation of CREB signaling in the hippocampus impaired spatial memory performance while optoA2AR activation of MAPK signaling in the nucleus accumbens modulated locomotor activity. This shows that the recruitment of intracellular A2AR signaling in hippocampus is sufficient to trigger memory dysfunction. Furthermore, the demonstration of the intracellular control of biased A2AR signaling and behaviors prompts the possibility of targeting the intracellular A2AR interacting partners to selectively control different neuropsychiatric behaviors. Screening in academia. A case for P2X7 allosteric modulators Michael Schaefer, Christoph Hempel, Melanie Kaiser, Tanja Plötz, Helga Sobottka, Wolfgang Fischer and Wolfgang Nörenberg Rudolf-Boehm-Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Leipzig, Haertelstr. 16-18, 04107 Leipzig, Germany P2X receptors are plasma membrane-resident, ligand-gated cation channels that feature an extracellularly exposed ATP binding pocket that may be addressed by orthosteric ligands. In addition, the complex structure of P2X receptors offers many opportunities to bind small drug-like molecules that may affect the ligand binding or gating properties in an allosteric manner. Applying libraries of known biologically active molecules and an academic-scale screening assay, we found that human P2X7 (hP2X7) is modulated by a plethora of chemically diverse molecules, including perazine-type tricyclic antipsychotics, first generation antihistamines, an unexpected modulation by the otherwise P2X4-specific ivermectin, natural compounds and semisynthetic drugs. Mechanistically, all novel modulators that we have identified act in an allosteric fashion, but display distinct properties with regard to the positive or negative mode of P2X7 modulation, as well as the underlying biophysical mechanisms. Clemastine stabilizes the open state of the channel and increases the potency of ATP. The perazines PCP and TFP change the channel’s activation and deactivation times, causing a suppression of P2X7 currents and Ca2+ fluxes. Ivermectin causes higher maximal current amplitudes without affecting the ligand binding potency. Tanshinone IIA sulfonate inhibits hP2X7 in a voltage-dependent manner, presumably by binding to the intracellular moiety of the channel protein. Even more intriguingly, the majority of allosteric P2X7 modulators were not only isotype-selective, but also discriminated between species variants of P2X7. In agreement with recent work of Anton D. Michels group, we found that exchanging few amino acid residues in a region that corresponds to the top of the outer vestibule in P2X4 dramatically changes the impact of allosteric modulators on the ATP-induced P2X7 gating. We conclude that the unique susceptibility of P2X7 to allosteric modulation is an isotype- and species-specific phenomenon. The value of label-free biosensors for deciphering signaling and function of orphan P2Y-like purinoreceptors Evi Kostenis Institute of Pharmaceutical Biology, University of Bonn, Nussallee 6, 53115 Bonn, Germany For a number of GPCRs, primary messengers are known and these have often aided in understanding their biological function. Orphan GPCRs, on the contrary, are receptors which are targets for undiscovered transmitters and this lack of knowledge often precludes assignment of a precise biological role. Nevertheless, orphan receptors may create excitement in academia and the drug discovery industry, if, for example, knockout mouse models reveal an intriguing phenotype. GPR17 is such an orphan receptor. It is a member of the rhodopsin-family of GPCRs phylogenetically related to receptors of the purinergic cluster. In line with this notion, uracil-nucleotides and cysteinyl-leukotrienes have been proposed as endogenous ligands [1]. However, we and several other laboratories failed to confirm activation of GPR17 by the proposed natural ligands [2–6]. In this talk I will initially illustrate the efforts we made to recapitulate activation of GPR17 by the proposed endogenous modulators and then present the strategy we applied to identify a surrogate agonist for GPR17 taking advantage of the cutting edge label-free technology platforms based on dynamic mass redistribution and bio-impedance, respectively, which resolve cellular signaling irrespective of the receptor’s primary signaling pathway. I will then exemplify how we utilized the novel ligand to decipher the biological role of orphan GPR17 and its therapeutic potential [6]. References 1. Ciana P, Fumagalli M, Trincavelli ML, Verderio C, Rosa P, Lecca D, Ferrario S, Parravicini C, Capra V, Gelosa P, Guerrini U, Belcredito S, Cimino M, Sironi L, Tremoli E, Rovati GE, Martini C, Abbracchio MP (2006) EMBO J 25(19):4615–4627 2. Heise CE, O’Dowd BF, Figueroa DJ, Sawyer N, Nguyen T, Im DS, Stocco R, Bellefeuille JN, Abramovitz M, Cheng R, Williams DL Jr, Zeng Z, Liu Q, Ma L, Clements MK, Coulombe N, Liu Y, Austin CP, George SR, O’Neill GP, Metters M, Lynch KR, Evans JF (2000) J Biol Chem 275(39):30531–30536 3. Maekawa A, Balestrieri B, Austen KF, Kanaoka Y (2009) Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 106(28):11685–11690 4. Benned-Jensen T, Rosenkilde MM (2010) Br J Pharmacol 159(5):1092–1105 5. Qi, AD; Harden, TK; Nicholas, RA (2013) J Pharmacol Exp Ther 347(1):38–46 6. Hennen S, Wang H, Peters L, Merten N, Simon K, Spinrath A, Blättermann S, Akkari R, Schrage R, Schröder R , Schulz D, Vermeiren C, Zimmermann K, Kehraus S, Drewke C, Pfeifer A, König GM, Mohr K, Gillard M, Müller CE, Lu QR, Gomeza J, Kostenis E (2013) Sci Signal 6(298):ra93 Molecular basis of ligand dissociation from GPCRs—a molecular dynamics and mutagenesis study on the adenosine A2Areceptor Laura H. Heitman, Dong Guo, Tamara A. M. Mocking and Ad P. IJzerman Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research (LACDR), Leiden University, The Netherlands The molecular mechanism of how ligands dissociate from their receptors remains to be determined. We therefore performed long-timescale molecular dynamics simulations of a prototypic GPCR, the adenosine A2A receptor, to identify amino acid residues that influence the dissociation of the antagonist ZM241385 from the receptor. We selected 12 amino acids that were mutated to alanine and experimentally determined ZM241385’s affinity and binding kinetics. Several mutants significantly affected the kinetics of the antagonist ZM241385, despite minimally influencing its binding affinity. These mutants include E1695.30Q, H2646.66A and T2566.58A accelerating ZM241385’s egress from the receptors and I662.64A, S672.65A, K153ECL2A and L2677.32A retarding the process. We conclude that ZM241385 follows a multi-step dissociation pathway, consecutively interacting with topographically distinct domains in the receptor. We speculate that this multi-step dissociation process may be common to other GPCRs as well. Thu 3 B: Purinergic signaling in the cardiovascular system Novel protective role of endogenous cardiac myocyte P2X4 receptors in heart failure Tiehong Yang1, Jian-Bing Shen1, Ronghua Yang1, John Redden1, Kimberley Dodge-Kafka1, James Grady1, Kenneth A Jacobson and Bruce T. Liang1, 1University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT, USA;2National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA Background: Heart failure (HF), despite continuing progress, remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity. P2X4 receptors (P2X4R) have emerged as potentially important molecules in regulating cardiac function and as potential targets for HF therapy. Transgenic (Tg) P2X4R overexpression can protect against HF, but this does not explain the role of native cardiac P2X4R. Objective: Our goal is to define the physiological role of endogenous cardiac myocyte P2X4R under basal conditions and during HF induced by myocardial infarction or pressure overload. Methods and Results: Mice established with conditional cardiac-specific P2X4R knockout (KO) were subjected to left coronary ligation-induced post-infarct or transverse aorta constriction-induced pressure overload HF. KO cardiac myocytes did not show P2X4R by immunoblotting or by any response to the P2X4R-specific allosteric enhancer ivermectin. KO hearts showed normal basal cardiac function but depressed contractile performance in post-infarct and pressure overload models of HF by in vivo echocardiography and ex vivo isolated working heart parameters. P2X4R co-immunoprecipitated and co-localized with nitric oxide synthase 3 (eNOS) in wild type cardiac myocytes. Mice with cardiac-specific P2X4R overexpression had increased S-nitrosylation, cGMP, NO formation, and were protected from post-infarct and pressure overload HF. Inhibitor of eNOS L-NIO blocked the salutary effect of cardiac P2X4R overexpression in post-infarct and pressure overload HF as did eNOS knockout. Conclusions: This study establishes a new protective role for endogenous cardiac myocyte P2X4R in HF and is the first to demonstrate a physical interaction between the myocyte receptor and eNOS, a mediator of HF protection. Extracellular adenosine production in human coronary arteries A. Deussen1, P. Dieterich1, C. Mehnert1, C. von Klitzing1, V. Thom1 and K. Matschke2 1Institut für Physiologie, Medizinische Fakultät der TU Dresden, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307 Dresden;2Herzzentrum Dresden, Universitätsklinik an der TU Dresden Fetscherstr. 76, 01307 Dresden; Institut für Physiologie, Medizinische Fakultät der TU Dresden, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307 Dresden Extracellular adenine nucleotide and adenosine concentrations are effectively controlled by ecto-ATPases. In particular, ecto-5′-nucleotidase (CD73) has attracted much notice in the past as its activity is typically rate limiting for the conversion from ATP to adenosine. However, in addition to CD73 many tissues exhibit expression and activity of alkaline phosphatase which also hydrolyses 5′-AMP to adenosine. In previous cell studies (endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells) we could not find evidence for significant alkaline phosphatase activity. Similarly, isolated guinea pig heart did not show evidence of alkaline phosphatase activity. However, more recent experiments conducted on isolated mouse hearts exhibited alkaline phosphatase activity in addition to CD73 activity. This prompted us to address the question whether alkaline phosphatase activity is also active in human vessels. For this purpose we studied human internal mammary arteries and coronary vessels obtained from tissues removed during cardiac surgery. In addition to expression, immunohistochemistry and enzyme activity measurements (etheno(ε)-AMP conversion to ε-adenosine) in a flow-through vessel preparation we performed a mathematical model analysis based on the activity measurements. Whereas isolated human umbilical vein endothelial cells did not exhibit alkaline phosphatase activity, isolated human arteries exhibited expression of both, alkaline phosphatase and CD73. In addition, similar enzymatic activities of alkaline phosphatase and CD73 were found. While CD73 expression was confined to the endothelial cells layer, alkaline phosphatase was attributed to the vessel media (immunostaining). When the endothelial layer had been removed from vessels, AOPCP was ineffective to inhibit AMP conversion to adenosine whereas levamisole was still active. The experiments reveal that in human arterial vessels alkaline phosphatase activity needs to be taken into account. The mathematical model analysis allows quantifying adenosine formation through both pathways. The model results show that the flux through the alkaline phosphatase pathway is quantitatively similar to that catalyzed by CD73. Role of A2Badenosine receptors in differentiation of infiltrating mononuclear leukocytes during myocardial infarction Igor Feoktistov and Sergey Ryzhov Vanderbilt University, Medicine, Nashville, TN, USA Adenosine is a part of pathological microenvironment in ischemic myocardium and as such may participate in the regulation of various stages of events triggered by myocardial infarction (MI). Our previous studies have demonstrated an important role of A2B adenosine receptors (A2BR) in upregulation of paracrine factors in cardiac stem cell antigen-1-positive cells and promoting repair after MI. These data were in agreement with the current view of adenosine as a cardioprotective agent. We have now discovered that A2BR signaling also profoundly affects the response of mononuclear phagocyte system early after MI. We found that MI induced an acute accumulation of Ly6Chi monocytes in the injured myocardium of wild-type (WT) mice, with high and relatively stable numbers seen on days 3–5 post-MI. These myocardium-infiltrating monocytes eventually differentiated into mature myeloid mononuclear cells (MMCs) with a peak by day 7. In A2BR knockout (KO) mice, MI also induced accumulation of monocytes by day 3 in numbers comparable to those seen in WT hearts. However, the lack of A2BR resulted in accelerated differentiation of monocytes into MMCs, which numbers were greater and peaked earlier (by day 5) compared with WT animals. Analysis of the expression of pro-inflammatory (iNOS) and pro-angiogenic (VEGF) markers on day 5 post-MI revealed that Ly6Chi monocytes express high levels of iNOS but not VEGF. In contrast, MMCs expressed VEGF but significantly lower levels of iNOS. These data suggest that, whereas myocardium-infiltrating monocytes have a pro-inflammatory phenotype, their differentiation into MMCs may promote cardiac repair. To study the role of A2BR signaling in these cells in vitro, we generated Ly6Chi monocytes from bone marrow hematopoietic progenitor cells and incubated in a differentiating medium for 2 days in the absence or presence of the stable adenosine analog NECA. NECA significantly decreased the proportion of differentiated MMCs. In contrast, NECA had no effect on differentiation of HPC-derived monocytes obtained from A2BR KO mice. Importantly, populations of HPC-derived monocytes and MMCs recapitulated also the expression pattern of iNOS and VEGF seen in their in vivo counterparts. To determine if Gαs- or Gαq-linked pathways could contribute to A2BR-dependent regulation of monocyte differentiation, we compared the effects of their selective activators forskolin and Pasterela multocida toxin (PMT) to those of NECA. We found that, similar to stimulation of A2BR with NECA, direct stimulation of Gαq with PMT inhibited generation of MMCs, whereas stimulation of Gαs with forskolin had no effect. In summary, our new data suggest a surprisingly important role for A2BR-Gαq-mediated regulation of monocyte differentiation in the myocardium that represents a novel mechanism, by which these receptors may in fact worsen cardiac injury and delay reparative phase of MI. Role of CD73-derived adenosine and A2A/A2Breceptors on T-cells in cardiac remodeling after ischemia/reperfusion Nadine Borg1,, Florian Bönner2, Christoph Jacoby2, Nicole Görldt1, Zaoping Ding1, Daniela Friebe1, Sebastian Temme1, Ulrich Flögel1 and Jürgen Schrader1 1Institute of Molecular Cardiology, Heinrich-Heine-University of Düsseldorf, Universitätsstr. 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany;2Department of Cardiology, Pneumology and Angiology, Heinrich-Heine-University of Düsseldorf, Moorenstr. 5, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany Myocardial infarction leads to a massive release of pro-inflammatory nucleotides, the extracellular degradation of which is controlled by a cascade of ectoenzymes. The final conversion to adenosine, a potent anti-inflammatory local autacoid, is catalyzed by Ecto-5′-nucleotidase (CD73). We recently found, that global deficiency of CD73 results in impaired cardiac function after severe ischemia and subsequent reperfusion (I/R), accompanied by a prolonged cardiac inflammatory response, enhanced fibrosis, and immature scar formation. Experiments with chimeric mice demonstrate that CD73 present on cardiac immune cells can fully account for the observed phenotype. Since CD73 expression and activity was upregulated on infiltrating T-lymphocytes we explored the functional role of this ecto-nucleotidase on T-cells in the process of cardiac healing after I/R by using T-cell specific CD73−/− mice. Surprisingly, ventricular impairment and immature scar formation was found to be the same in the global and T-cell-specific CD73−/− mice as determined with cine 1H MRI and histology. To gain further mechanistic insights, we isolated T-cells from control and T-cell specific CD73−/− mice hearts and found that lack of CD73-derived adenosine triggers the formation of pro-inflammatory and pro-fibrotic cytokines, which may serve as instructive signals for the observed changes in phenotype. Gene expression analysis revealed that cardiac T-cells express both A2A and A2B adenosine receptors after I/R, while the A2B receptor was not expressed on respective blood cell controls. In summary our findings provide first evidence, that adenosine formed by CD73 on T-cells plays a central role in the healing process after myocardial infarction. Effects of adenosine A2Breceptor blockade on atherosclerosis Joel Linden1,, R. Chris Harmon2, Robert A. Figler2, Carmen Klein Herenbrink3, Hong Pei1, Runpei Wu1, Ad IJzerman3 and Catherine C. Hedrick1 1La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology, La Jolla, USA;2University of Virginia,
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[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null			/css/icons/favicon.ico		null	Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Awards 2009-10 - All-Bundesliga 1st Team 2009-10 Jacobsen Jenkins McElroy Allen Ensminger Player of the Year: Casey Jacobsen (198-G/F-81) of Brose Baskets Guard of the Year: Julius Jenkins (187-G-81) of ALBA Forward of the Year: Casey Jacobsen (198-G/F-81) of Brose Baskets * plays at both shooting guard and small forward positions Center of the Year: Chris Ensminger (209-C-73) of Telekom B. Newcomer of the Year: Robin Benzing (208-F-89) of ratiopharm Most Improved Player of the Year: Tibor Pleiss (214-F/C-89) of Brose Baskets Bosman Player of the Year: Predrag Suput (200-F-77) of Brose Baskets Import Player of the Year: Casey Jacobsen (198-G/F-81) of Brose Baskets Domestic Player of the Year: Tibor Pleiss (214-F/C-89) of Brose Baskets Defensive Player of the Year: Immanuel McElroy (193-G-80) of ALBA Coach of the Year: John Patrick of Goettingen 1st Team G: Julius Jenkins (187-81) of ALBA G: Immanuel McElroy (193-80) of ALBA G/F: Casey Jacobsen (198-81) of Brose Baskets F: Derrick Allen (203-80) of Dt.Bank SKY C: Chris Ensminger (209-73) of Telekom B. 2nd Team G: Louis Campbell (190-79) of Bremerhaven G: Taylor Rochestie (185-85) of Goettingen F: Predrag Suput (200-77) of Brose Baskets F: Jeff Gibbs (188-80) of Bremerhaven F/C: Tibor Pleiss (214-89) of Brose Baskets Honorable Mention Chris Oliver (198-F-85) of Goettingen Je'Kel Foster (191-G-83) of EWE Baskets Dwayne Anderson (198-G/F-86) of Goettingen Jared Jordan (188-G-84) of Telekom B. Marcus Goree (201-F-77) of NY Phantoms Kevin Hamilton (193-G-84) of NY Phantoms Darren Fenn (208-C-80) of Art.Dragons Romeo Travis (201-F-84) of Walter Tigers Elvir Ovcina (211-F/C-76) of LTi 46ers Christopher Copeland (203-F-84) of TBB Trier Andrew Drevo (202-F/C-81) of Bremerhaven Roderick Trice (191-F-84) of ratiopharm David Teague (196-G-83) of LTi 46ers All-Domestic Players Team G: Pascal Roller (180-76) of Dt.Bank SKY G: Heiko Schaffartzik (182-84) of NY Phantoms F: Robin Benzing (208-89) of ratiopharm F: Yassin Idbihi (208-83) of NY Phantoms F/C: Tibor Pleiss (214-89) of Brose Baskets All-Imports Team G: Julius Jenkins (187-81) of ALBA G: Immanuel McElroy (193-80) of ALBA G/F: Casey Jacobsen (198-81) of Brose Baskets F: Derrick Allen (203-80) of Dt.Bank SKY C: Chris Ensminger (209-73) of Telekom B. All-Bosmans Team G: Anton Gavel (189-84) of Brose Baskets G: Branislav Ratkovica (193-85) of Walter Tigers F: Predrag Suput (200-77) of Brose Baskets F: Marko Scekic (207-81) of EWE Baskets F/C: Elvir Ovcina (211-76) of LTi 46ers All-Defensive Team Quantez Robertson (190-G-84) of Dt.Bank SKY John Little (180-G-84) of Goettingen Roderick Trice (191-F-84) of ratiopharm John Turek (205-F/C-83) of Phoenix Hagen The Brose Baskets Bamberg Ram A Dagger Through The Heart Of The Deutsche Bank Skyliners Winning The 2010 BEKO BBL Championship 72-70 - The Deutsche Bank Skyliners had worked more than 300 days for their title goal and it came down to 40 minutes in the most important game of the season as big as the need to give the Vuvuzelas to the lions to eat, or the Los Angeles Lakers bench to step up in game seven or the giant green Boston Celtics pride will have to be to win in the hostile Staples center in front of the ominous dark sunglasses of Mr One flew over the Cukoos nest Jack Nicholson, but all the hard work by Frankfurt was squashed in the last seconds as The Brose Baskets Bamberg pulled out an exciting and tight 72-70 win getting their third BEKO BBL title after 2005 and 2007. The loss was very bitter for The Deutsche Bank Skyliners after a close four point loss in the 2005 final in Bamberg, this time, it came down to a few seconds between winning and losing. 'The way we played tonight is the way we have played the whole season. We are very disappointed since we have worked very hard for many years to get to this point. However at the same time, we know that we had a super season. The team gave 200%. In the last minutes, it was the little things that decided the game. A rebound and missed free throw is what was missing from a win, but that is how sport is', stressed Skyliner sports director Kamil Novak/a> For The Brose Baskets Bamberg, it was a mission fulfilled as they had been playing exceptional basketball since their cup win in Frankfurt and were without doubt the best team in the BEKO BBL. 'We are so happy that we won. This was the biggest win in my career. We played very hard and never gave up. Frankfurt fought hard as well, but we held up against them. In the last minutes, we had better nerves than Frankfurt', commented Anton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports). 'Bamberg came out strong and hit big shots and free throws all game long', expressed Skyliner American Grayson Moyer (196-G-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Humboldt St.). 'We showed all season our fighting spirit and heart. When things werent going well, we never gave up. We seemed to play better with our backs to the wall', said Skyliner forward Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). 500 faithful Skybembel fans of The Deutsche Bank Skyliners had travelled to Bamberg to game five which added to the already very active and loud atmosphere in the Jako arena. One of the biggest problems in the Bamberg series had been the inability of The Deutsche Bank Skyliners to come out of the starting blocks quickly as The Brose Baskets Bamberg jumped out on a 10-0 lead. Predrag Suput (200-F-77, agency: Beo Basket) got Bamberg on the board with a three pointer from the wing and then scored on a layup getting a quick pass from Casey Jacobsen (198-G/F-81, college: Stanford) off the penetration. John Goldsberry (191-G-82, agency: Pro One Sports, college: NC-Wilmington) hit two free throws and made then a three pointer at the top of the key. Frankfurt was having problems with the Bamberg zone defense. Bamberg had a high intensity on offense and defense and Frankfurt seemed a bit nervous and were taking to quick shots on offense. Frankfurt then finally got on the board as Greg Jenkins (206-F/C-82, college: Iona) tip toed around Suput. Frankfurt knew that they would not be able to play set offense for 40 minutes, but would need to run on offense as well. Frankfurt wasnt able to run early, but got a Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) lay up after he and Quantez Robertson (190-G-84, college: Auburn)n got offensive rebounds as Frankfurt trailed only 12-4. Bamberg had a quick rhythm on offense and were hitting their shotsAnton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports) nailed a three pointer from the wing and Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services) from the top of the key as Bamberg led 18-6. Bamberg was showing early that they wanted to win the game a bit more as they were diving on the floor for any loose ball. Roberts and Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) traded baskets at the end of the first quarter as The Brose Baskets Bamberg led 22-8. 'Bamberg had a good start like in game three. Frankfurt had problems finding a rhythm on offense', stated BEKO BBL chef Jan Pommer. The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 54% from the field and 50% from outside while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 21% from the field and 0% from outside. Frankfurt had the slight edge under the boards 9-8, but had four turnovers and Bamberg zero. The game of basketball continues to be a sport of runs as The Brose Baskets Bamberg showed in the first quarter, now it was time for The Deutsche Bank Skyliners to get back into the game and did with a 9-0 run cutting the Bamberg lead to 22-17. Frankfurt knew that they would have to get started on offense or suffer and have Bamberg extend their lead to more. Allen started the run with a hook shot over Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia), captain Pascal Roller (180-G-76) made a pull up jumper and Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) a bomb from the top of the key. Suput reacted by scoring in the zone over Doliboa and Roller hit another three pointer now from the wing cutting the Bamberg lead to 24-20. One big strength in this series for Bamberg was their ability to draw many fouls and the other was their relentless penetrations in the zoneAnton Gavel scored in the lane coming hard to the glass, Jacobsen made two free throws and Roberts a fade away jumper for the 30-20 Bamberg lead. Frankfurt gained some momentum in the last minutes going on a 7-2 run to trail 32-27 after two quarters. After Jenkins and Roberts traded free throws, Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) scored inside. With four seconds to play, Pascal Roller (180-G-76) brought the ball up court and attempted a buzzer beater three pointer in traffic and nailed it as he led his team back into the dressing room with a big Boris Becker fist and roar as loud as the king of the jungle. 'Frankfurt started to fight more and were defending better while Bamberg lost some intensity', stated BEKO BBL chef Jan Pommer. The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 40% from the field and 30% from the three point line while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 33% from the field and 36% from the three point line. Frankfurt had the rebounding lead 18-15, but had seven turnovers and Frankfurt only three. In the third quarter, The Brose Baskets Bamberg started strong and put The Deutsche Bank Skyliners into a hole as they trailed by as much as 16 points. Frankfurt seemed asleep as Bamberg was scoring at ease and taking advantage of the mistakes of the opponent. Gavel started the scoring binge cutting into the lane getting a nice pass from Suput. Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) got busy as he got away from Dragan Labovic (207-C/F-87) and got a nice feed from Goldsberry for two quick points. Jacobsen and Suput hit free throws as Bamberg led 43-29 and the Frankfurt dreams of a second BEKO BBL title seemed about as distant again as South Africa winning the 2010 World Cup. The Brose Baskets Bamberg were able to keep their big comfortable lead for a few more minutes. Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) made a catch and pop jumper and Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) got his own offensive rebound and scoring as Frankfurt trailed 45-31. Allen then scored retrieving a quick pass from Jenkins, but Frankfurt couldnt give themselves any favors on defense as Bamberg kept scoring easily as Gavel sprinted around Jenkins and scored on a lay up as Bamberg led 47-35. However Frankfurt kept their best for last going on a 11-2 run to cut the Bamberg lead to 49-46. Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) really took command and the offense into his own hands. Reese started scoring on the penetration and then gave Doliboa a pretty pass for an easy layup. Reese then made a fade away jump shot banking it in off the back board. Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) had some misfortune making only 2/4 free throws as Bamberg only led 49-43. Reese then hit a three pointer from the top of the key as Frankfurt only trailed 49-46 and suddenly the Frankfurt title chances seemed about as good as those of Germany and Argentina at the World Cup at the moment. Frankfurt then got unlucky as Greg Jenkins (206-F/C-82, college: Iona) fouled John Goldsberry (191-G-82, agency: Pro One Sports, college: NC-Wilmington) behind the three point line and Goldsberry buried all three free throws as Bamberg led 52-46. 'Bamberg came out hot hitting their shots which were contested and once we got our rhythm, we started getting more stops', said San Diego native Grayson Moyer (196-G-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Humboldt St.). The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 41% from the field and 33% from the parking lot while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 37% from the field and 31% from the parking lot. Frankfurt led the rebound duel 27-24, but had eight turnovers while Bamberg had only five. The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were only trailing by six points after three quarters and anyone who knew just a little about basketball knew that a comeback would be happening sooner or later. Tibor Pleiss started the scoring in the fourth quarter with a lay in and Jimmy Mckinney hit a wide open three pointer as Bamberg still led 54-49. After Suput made one of two free throws, it was Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) that nailed a three pointer. Doliboa who had gotten less and less minutes in the playoffs under new coach Gordie Herbert came to life in the last quarter. Frankfurt trailed only 55-52. 'I was not happy with my missed free throws at the end, but nice to go out on a solid game, but I would rather have sacrificed a bad game for the title', stressed Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). Frankfurt continued to fight as Mckinney made another jumper cutting the Bamberg lead to 57-54. Bamberg kept working on the weak spot of Frankfurt getting into the zone on hard penetrations as Jacobsen scored with his left hand as Bamberg led 59-54. Frankfurt then had nice ball movement as Roller came into the zone from the wing and kicked out the ball to an open Doliboa at the wing and he drowned a three pointer as Frankfurt trailed only 59-56. However Frankfurt continued to have breakdowns on defense as Tibor Pleiss was left all alone under the hoop and got a dunk, but it was Doliboa with the hot hand again with a three pointer from the wing as Frankfurt trailed only 61-59. Bamberg was doing a super job not succumbing to the Frankfurt comeback pressure, but getting points on offense. Mark Worthington scored inside after cutting to the hoop and getting a pass from Jacobsen, but it was Pascal Mr reliable Roller that nailed a three pointer after Mckinney penetrated nicely from the wing finding the captain as Bamberg led only 63-62. Pleiss then made a fade away jumper over Doliboa and Reese made 2/3 free throws as Frankfurt trailed only 65-64. Doliboa then missed two free throws and Gavel let Frankfurt pay with a tough contested three pointer as Bamberg led 68-64 with 34 seconds to play. Frankfurt did a good job only taking three seconds off the clock as Roller penetrated into the zone surprising Bamberg with a reverse layup as Frankfurt only trailed 68-66 with 30 seconds to play. After two Goldsberry free throws, it was Pascal Roller (180-G-76) that hit a tough three pointer runner as Bamberg only led 70-69. Goldsberry then made free throws as Frankfurt trailed 71-69. Roller then made only free throws as Frankfurt trailed 71-70. 'Roller was not fault at the end for missing the free throw. Without him, we would never have been able to have the chance of winning this game at the end', stressed Dominik Bahiense de Mello (190-G-85, agency: Pro One Sports). Goldsberry then got fouled with six seconds to play. He made the first free throw, but intentionally missed the second leaving a high rebound that skipped near the sideline which Goldsberry saved, but threw high into the air. When it came down there were a few seconds remaining as a maze of players were lunging for the ball as time elapsed giving Bamberg the 2010 BEKO BBL title. 'The last play was very smart by Goldsberry as he got a high rebound and then saved the ball and then threw the ball high in the air. I really like his game. He is the floor general and played outstanding', stressed Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). The fourth quarter was a dog fight. Seth was hitting big shots and unfortunately we came up a bit short, commented Grayson Moyer (196-G-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Humboldt St.). The Brose Baskets Bamberg were led by Anton Gavel with 16 points. John Goldsberry (191-G-82, agency: Pro One Sports, college: NC-Wilmington) added 15 points. Tibor Pleiss chipped in with 10 points and 12 rebounds and Predrag Suput (200-F-77, agency: Beo Basket) contributed 10 points. The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were led by Pascal Roller (180-G-76) with 20 points, ive rebounds and five assists. Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) contributed 19 points and 11 rebounds. Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) chipped in with 13 points. The difference were two points between a win and loss and the team stats also showed that there was little difference between both teams. The Brose Baskets Bamberg shot 43 from the field and 33% from outside while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners shot 43% from the field and 42% from outside. Bamberg won the rebounding duel 35-32 and had eight turnovers while Frankfurt had nine. Both teams had ten assists, but Bamberg won the points in the paint 30-20. 'We had good team focus on defense. We also played good offense from the eight minute of the game until the end executing well and getting open shots', stressed Skyliner sport director Kamil Novak. It was a long season and some things will never be forgotten for this so successful season. 'We went through a lot together and I will always remember the togetherness and how we helped each other out', said Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). 'We had many ups and downs and it is amazing how we went from a team fighting for the last playoff spot to losing by only two points in game five of the final', expressed Grayson Moyer (196-G-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Humboldt St.). 'I will always remember the 12 crazy guys that never gave up. Often the opponent thought we were on the ground, but we always came back, because we had a huge heart', warned Kamil Novak The Deutsche Bank Skyliners Allow Predrag Suput To Get Hot And Get Foiled In Their Comeback Attempt In The Last Seconds Losing The 2010 BEKO BBL Cup Final 76-75 To The Brose Baskets Bamberg - The comeback attempts by The Deutsche Bank Skyliners this season have been as often and usual as Paris Hilton changing her shoes, Tiger Woods coming up with a new apology for his wife each day, sadly Lindsay Lohan running around drunk as if it was a home work assignment and Mark Mcgrath being mistaken for Ethan Hawke, so with four minutes remaining in the BEKO BBL cup final and the club back 74-63, there was no surprise that they would stage a comeback, but were denied in the last seconds their third club title as The Brose Baskets Bamberg prevailed 76-75. Playing back to back and only having 18 hours to recuperate from the thrilling 61-59 win in the semi final against The Eisbaeren Bremerhaven might of played a toll on the total effort of the team as fatigue was something that couldnt be erased. 'We had no energy today. We gave all our focus yesterday. Our problem is that we have problems starting tough and aggressive against top teams. If we dont do this, it is always difficult to win. There was a perfect atmosphere and I am just very unhappy for the fans. We wanted to give the fans the cup. We will have to win it for them next season', stressed Skyliner assistant coach Engin Gencoglu/a> . Frankfurt has lost the last three games by a total combined score of five points and it was no surprise that the players were disappointed and reserved after the loss. Even captain Pascal Roller (180-G-76) who is not only the best interview partner for the Skyliners, but it sometimes seems like he could start his own school of speech because of his fluid and solid rhetoric was very terse with his answer. 'There isnt to much one can say after a game like this except that we didnt reach our goal of winning the cup', stressed Pascal Roller (180-G-76). For The Brose Baskets Bamberg, it was their first title again since the 2007 BEKO BBL title and for coach Chris Fleming it was his second cup win after the Artland Dragons victory in 2008. 'Each title is different. With Artland, we had been having a consistent season, but with Bamberg this season, we had a tough start and had high expectations and were struggling. But in the last 25 games, we have a 20-5 record, so we have showed that we are a good team and results can be achieved with hard work', warned Chris Fleming . Even though The Deutsche Bank Skyliners never led in the game, they never gave up and continued fighting back, the game remained exciting and with the NCAA March Madness just having ended and the loud arena and faithful fan support of all teams in the BEKO BBL Cup, it seemed like the March Madness had returned for a weekend to Germany. 'It is hard to rate this game to a certain exciting game, but I would say that you could compare the BEKO BBL Cup to the NCAA tournament with all the different fan groups of the teams rooting on their teams', stated Bamberg coach Chris Fleming . Skyliner Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) loved the atmosphere as he easily saw how big a difference there was from a regular BEKO BBL game and a cup game. 'This was another typical exciting game and was different from a regular game, because it was a championship game. You could see how much passion was involved in this game and if I had to compare the excitement to a game then I would have to go with my home team the Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers', stressed Skyliner forward Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). About an hour after the excitement of the game had been over, a new excitement started for the players of Bamberg as they were going back to their team bus and getting celebrated by the fans. Bamberg guard Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services) was thrilled with the win carrying a little green frog and having much respect for their teddy bear mascot. 'This was a very exciting game and one of the most exciting games that I have ever played in. The atmosphere was just crazy. The little green frog is from my daughter and it is for good luck and I bring with me wherever we play. Our teddy bear mascot may be soft, but he knows when to get food to be strong. He helped us today eating and being strong for us in this win', added Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services). The atmosphere in the BEKO BBL final in the sold out Ballsporthalle seemed to be a tick higher than in the semi final. As the arena got dark and the players were introduced, one saw the flashing dark blue lights of the necklaces that were blinking all throughout the arena giving a faint reminder of some big city skyline like New York with the glitter bringing an added special flair to the placeMurat Didin (agency: Interperformances ) started Dominik Bahiense de Mello (190-G-85, agency: Pro One Sports) for Frankfurt for a second time as it seemed like he had practiced very well the last week taking the spot from American Grayson Moyer (196-G-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Humboldt St.) Frankfurt knew that they could not allow a slow start, but in the first minutes, both teams were on separate pages as The Brose Baskets Bamberg came out with more intensity and right away got Serb forward Predrag Suput (200-F-77, agency: Beo Basket) inserted into the offense. He scored the first five points of the game scoring an open three pointer and then making a lay in as only 33 seconds had elapsed. Frankfurt got on the scoreboard as Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) snuck past the Bamberg defense scoring on the transition. Bamberg continued to run their offense like a clock work going on a 15-5 run. Frankfurt had problems finding their rhythm, Allen was getting the ball in the low post, but was a bit unlucky scoring and the team was living off individual plays. Bamberg continued to get the motor of Suput running as he made a fade away jumper of Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) and a three pointer. Quantez Robertson (190-G-84, college: Auburn) scored twice on hard penetration moves including a spin dance to the hoop. Suput now took a short rest on offense as now it was time for ex Giessen 46er Anton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports) to score six unanswered points scoring a nice lay in after a feed from Tibor Pleiss, an off balance jumper and a tip in. The Brose Baskets Bamberg were leading 20-7 as the Frankfurt faithful Skybembel fans were already getting a sour taste of Freak city basketball. In the last minutes of the first quarter, Frankfurt suffered many unneeded fouls and ex Skyliner Robert Garrett (193-G-77, agency: SportsTalent) silenced the Ballsporthalle except for the corner where the Bamberg fans were with a first quarter buzzer beater hitting a three pointer as Bamberg led 25-12 after 10 minutes. 'It was really important that Bamberg established Predrag Suput (200-F-77, agency: Beo Basket) in the offense quickly. Frankfurt couldnt get their offense going and had too many individual plays', stressed Ratiopharm Ulm coach Mike Taylor. 'We had a bad start and we were unable to control Suput and it hurt even more that he got going', said Pascal Roller (180-G-76). The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 63% from the field and 43% from outside while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 33% from the field and 0% from outside. The rebounds were deadlocked at nine, but Frankfurt already had four turnovers and Bamberg only one. In the second quarter, Murat Didin opted to finally get the Frankfurt inside game established after he had been subbing centers Dragan Labovic (207-C/F-87) Marius Nolte (206-C-81, agency: Limelight Hoops) and Greg Jenkins (206-F/C-82, college: Iona) in frequently, it was Dragan Labovic who drew fouls and even did like a guard stepping up and making a steal and scoring and Pascal Roller (180-G-76) nailed a three pointer bringing Frankfurt back to 20-28. The Frankfurt onslaught continued as Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) hit another three pointer and before any one really realized the team had gone on a 12-3 run to cut the Bamberg lead to 28-24. Bamberg had had a small lull on offense as Frankfurt was contesting many shots, but Bamberg was hitting their open jumpers as John Goldsberry gave Bamberg the 33-26 lead with a three pointer. Captain Pascal Roller (180-G-76) dropped another three pointer cutting the Bamberg lead to 33-29. Frankfurt was threatening on offense, but were too lack luster on defense as Bamberg found ways to get to the line as Suput and Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) got fouled inside. Bamberg was able to get away a bit again and lead 40-30 with a Suput three pointer. Both teams then traded baskets as Dragan Labovic made a fade away jumper and Suput a beautiful reverse lay up. In the last minute, the emotions of both teams heightened as Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) suffered a unsportsmanlike and technical foul and Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) a technical foul, but it didnt really matter since The Brose Baskets Bamberg led43-32 at half time. 'Frankfurt had more intensity in their game and were settling in their offense. The Roller three pointers were big', added Ratiopharm ulm coach Mike Taylor. The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 50% from the field and 43% from the three point line while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 45% from the field and 43% from the three point line. Frankfurt had the 16-14 rebound edge, but seven turnovers while Bamberg had only four. The Brose Baskets Bamberg came out fresh from the intermission going on a 5-0 run as Mr everything Beckham Wyrick (198-F-83, agency: Pro One Sports, college: NC-Wilmington) blocked Labovic and then sprinted out to the corner and made a jump shot, and Anton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports) nailed a three pointer. Frankfurt then responded with their own 5-0 run as Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) made a lay up over Pleiss and Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) made a three pointer to cut the Bamberg lead to 48-37. Bamberg extended their lead to 52-37 with Mark Worthington free throws and a Pleiss shot hard to the glass over Labovic. Frankfurt had suffered some untimely turnovers, but Jimmy McKinney (192-G-83, agency: Strategic Sports, college: Missouri) and Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) missed key lay ups. Frankfurt had gas in their tank on offense as Mckinney hit a three pointer, but the offense of Bamberg continued to be solid that if the inside was closed, then they went outside and continued to hit their shots with consistency as Anton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports) dropped a three pointer for the 55-42. Bamberg center Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) made a spin move and basket and Allen a free throw as The Brose Baskets Bamberg led 58-44. Frankfurt was unable to get some consecutive stops as the Bamberg offense was very versatile and they always found ways to score which Frankfurt couldnt turn off. 'Our game flow was better, but we were still stagnant and giving up easy baskets', said Ohio native Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). The Brose Baskets Bamberg were shooting 46% from the field and 40% from the parking lot while The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were shooting 35% from the field and 36% from the parking lot. Frankfurt was leading the rebound battle 27-24 and both teams had eight turnovers. In the fourth quarter, The Deutsche Bank Skyliners gave The Brose Baskets Bamberg a first taste of a first mini comeback by starting with a 6-0 run as Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) got the ball in the low post went to the hoop and scored with a mini hook shot, Reese then made a three pointer and Doliboa a free throw cutting the Bamberg lead to 58-50. Bamberg finally got out of their funk and went on a 4-0 run doing damage inside as Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) made a lay up and Suput made a nice fake and move around De Mello as Bamberg led 62-52 again. Brown made a turn around shot over Greg Jenkins (206-F/C-82, college: Iona) and Gavel a three pointer as Bamberg had another big 67-52 lead and slowly bringing the Skyliner faithful back to reality about the possibilities of a loss creeping slower. Dragon Labovic sometimes takes too many three pointers than needed for a big man, but who will complain when the team is down by 15 points when he hits one. Reese then followed with a jumper cutting the Bamberg lead to 68-57. Frankfurt still seemed far far away from ever finding the lead, but giving up was not in their mind frame. After a Suput jumper from the wing, Allen followed with a lay in and Labovic with a lay up after getting a pretty pass from Mckinney as Frankfurt trailed only 70-61. Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.) had fouled out, but Frankfurt kept pushing, but Bamberg wasnt making life easy. After a Labovic lay in over Suput, Roller came down with his classic pull up jumper, but was surprised as Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services) came out of no where with a block leading to a jumper from him as Bamberg led 74-63. The time and point score brought back memories to the away game in MBC as Frankfurt came back to win. 36 minutes had elapsed, but Frankfurt still had energy and started their comeback as Reese scored and then Super Tez Robertson made a steal and lay up as Frankfurt only trailed 74-67. After a Bamberg stop, captain Pascal Roller (180-G-76) once gain showed why he is the teams most reliable shooter as he nailed a three pointer as Frankfurt only trailed 74-70. Suput then missed two free throws giving Frankfurt another golden opportunity to score with a minute left as Jimmy McKinney sprinted down the court and scored on a lay up cutting the Bamberg lead to 74-72. Frankfurt had a 28-16 quarter point lead at this point. Frankfurt then fouled Suput, but this time he hit both shots. Bamberg led 76-72 and with less than 20 seconds, Frankfurt came back on offense and Reese hit an open three pointer as Frankfurt trailed only 76-75 with four seconds. Bamberg quickly made a long in bounds pass and Frankfurt didnt get the ball back thus losing by one point. 'We had good looks in the comeback and they missed more shots. We had the momentum, but ran out of time', stressed Seth Doliboa (203-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wright St.). 'Frankfurt never gave up at the end. We were not so strong with the ball and suffered turnovers and were fortunate to win at the end', commented Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services). 'We gave good hustle at the end, but it simply wasnt enough against a top team like Bamberg', warned Engin Gencoglu . 'We always believed that we could win the game even as Frankfurt was coming back. We stayed confident and got the job done', stated Bamberg coach Chris Fleming . The Brose Baskets Bamberg were led by Predrag Suput (200-F-77, agency: Beo Basket) with 26 points, eight rebounds and three assists. Anton Gavel (189-G-84, agency: Pro One Sports) chipped in with 13 points and four assists. Elton Brown (206-F/C-83, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Virginia) added 12 points and four rebounds. The Deutsche Bank Skyliners were led by Dragan labovic with 20 points and four rebounds. Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Mississippi) chipped in with 16 points and six assists. Aubrey Reese (183-G-78, agency: Interperformances, college: Murray St.) added 14 points, three rebounds and five assists. The Deutsche Bank Skyliners never led in this 2010 BEKO BBL final and lost with only one point. If one dissects the stats, one quickly comes to the conclusion how one could have lost this game. Frankfurt never led, but their stats werent worse then their opponent Bamberg. Frankfurt shot 44% from the field and Bamberg only 46%. Frankfurt shot 41% from outside and Bamberg 36%. Frankfurt won the rebounding duel 38-32 and had only eight turnovers while Bamberg had 10. If there were any reasons to how Frankfurt could have lost this game despite the better stats then it is assistant coach Engin Gencoglu . 'On defesne, we let up easy points in the paint. We also were unable to stop Suput at the start. We let him get going and we were behind until the end', stressed Engin Gencoglu . On Monday April 12th, all of Freak city will be in the Jako arena at 18:00 to celebrate the Bamberg title and for some players it was their first win. 'This is my first title and its a great feeling. We have a great group of guys and I hope that there will be more to come', warned Brian Roberts (188-G-85, agency: Arik Krayn Services). It is never easy losing to the Brose Baskets Bamberg, but what is worse when they win by one point on your home court in a title game. The comeback was a highlight in the game, but in the end no one will remember the comeback, but moreover the cup win by Bamberg. 'The comeback was great. We showed again the strength and moral of team, but in the end it doesnt matter if we lost by one point or 10 points, because we lost the title and that is all that counts', stressed Pascal Roller (180-G-76). Frankfurt is currently in 8th place and have teams like the Artland Dragons, MBC Wolves and EnBW Ludwigsburg breathing down their necks and have four games remaining where three will be real tough. Now Frankfurt will have to show their character in staying in the playoffs boundry. The Deutsche Bank Skyliners host BG Goettingen onApril 18th at 17:00. Goettingen win EuroChallenge tournament - Final Goettingen - Krasnie Krilya 83-75 Goettingen claimed the 2010 EuroChallenge title. The German team supported by the home fans defeated Krasnye Krylia for the crown. Christopher McNaughton (211-C-82, agency: Pro One Sports, college: Bucknell) accounted for 22 points and 5 rebounds to pace the hosts. Taylor Rochestie (185-G-85, college: Washington St.) set things rolling at the start of the game. Ernest Bremer (196-G-80, agency: Higher Vision Sports, college: St.Bonaventure) responded from beyond the arc but Goettingen accounted for the next 6 points to take back the lead. The teams traded baskets throughout the reminder of the frame before Biggs capped it with a three-pointer drawing things level at 17. The lead changed hands for several times early in the second term. Ben Jacobson (188-G-83, college: N.Iowa) and Taylor Rochestie finally dropped 4 points in a row to ensure a 34:28 advantage for the home team at halftime. Boone and Oliver kept Goettingen in charge early in the third period. Christopher McNaughton and Ben Jacobson gave the German side a 48:39 lead with just over three minutes to go in the frame. Krasnye Krylia could not get any closer as Goettingen enjoyed a 57:45 lead at the final break. Christopher McNaughton and Ben Jacobson continued to deliver regularly as the hosts stayed in front. The lead reached a 15-point mark as Goettingen dominated in the final stanza. Krasnye Krylia managed to cut the deficit to 7 points but got no closer losing the championship clash. Ben Jacobson delivered 17 points for Goettingen. Taylor Rochestie added 14 points and 6 assists in the victory. Luis Flores (188-G-81, college: Manhattan) answered with 22 points for Krasnye Krylia. Valdas Vasylius (203-F-83, college: ODU) and Ernest Bremer had 11 points apiece in the loss. South beat North in BEKO BBL All-Star Game - South - North 102:92 South Team prevailed their North counterparts in the BEKO BBL All-Star Game at the weekend. The game was hosted by the Bonn Telekom Dome and with 6000 fans witnessing the battle. The game was preceded by traditional contests. Taylor Rochestie (185-G-85, college: Washington St.) won Three-Point Shootout contest. He accounted for 17 points in the final to overcome Dane Watts, Derek Raivio and Toby Bailey for the title. Jamal Shuler (191-G-86) was flying high as he snatched the Slam Dunk contest trophy. Shuler bagged 30 points to leave Quantez Robertson and Stefan Groothoff behind. The All-Star Game was an entertaining game as usual. The North team got to the better start as they led in the first half. Jeff Gibbs (188-F-80, college: Otterbein) and Darren Fenn (208-C-80, agency: Limelight Hoops, college: Canisius) helped the North take a 53:50 advantage at halftime. However the South team stepped up in the third stanza to leap in front. They entered the final term ahead by 7 points and did not loosen the grasp on the winning margin till the buzzer. Michael King (193-G-78, agency: Strategic Sports, college: George Washington) scored 17 points to lead the South. George Evans (202-F/C-71, agency: Court Side, college: George Mason) and Chris Ensminger (209-C-73, agency: Limelight Hoops, college: Valparaiso) finished with 16 points apiece in the victory. Jeff Gibbs responded with 16 points for the North. Darren Fenn stepped up with 14 points in defeat. Chris Ensminger was trumped the BEKO BBL All-Star Game MVP. South: Michael King 17, George Evans 16, Chris Ensminger 16 North: Jeff Gibbs 16, Darren Fenn 14 NBBL All-Star Game - The All-Star Game of youth German league (NBBL) will be played on January 23 in Bonn. The rosters: North Team Coaches: Henrik Roedl (ALBA Berlin), Artur Gacaev (Paderborn Baskets) Ole Wendt (190-G-92) (Paderborn Baskets) Anthony Canty (183-G-91) (Eisbren Bremerhaven) Lars Wendt (190-G-92) (Paderborn Baskets) Sadam Eco (195-F/G-91) (Eisbren Bremerhaven) Sebastian Fulle (189-G-92) (ALBA Berlin) Mathis Monninghoff (200-G-92) (Bayer Giants Leverkusen) Robin Christen (200-F-91) (LTi Giessen 46ers) Niels Giffey (200-F-91) (ALBA Berlin) Daniel Theis (205-C-92) (Junior Phantoms Braunschweig) Stefan Arndt (190-G-91) (Metropol Baskets Ruhr) Reserve: Konstantin Klein (185-G-91), Brian Wenzel (198-G/F-91) (both ALBA Berlin), Martin Schmeling (195-C-91) (Paderborn Baskets), Florian Koch (Team Bonn / Rhndorf) South Team Coaches: Wolfgang Ortmann (ASC Mainz), Felix Czerny (Team Urspring ALBA) Nico Barth (180-G-92) (TV Langen) Felix Engel (191-G-91) (Team ALBA Urspring) Jacob Krumbeck (188-G-93) (Funkwerk Junior Baskets Jena) Besnik Bekteshi (187-G-93) (BBA Ludwigsburg) Patrick Heckmann (194-G-92) (ASC Theresianum Mainz) Kevin Bright (198-F-92) (Team ALBA Urspring) Dennis Ogbe (197-F-91) (Franken Hexer) Danilo Barthel (207-F-91) (college basketball Rhein-Neckar) Philipp Neumann (209-C-92) (TSV Trster Breitengbach) Justin Raffington (206-F-91) (Team ALBA Urspring) Reserve: Johannes Schulz (194-G-91), Kevin Luyeye (190-G-91) (both ASC Mainz), Moritz Naegele (170-G) (Team Palatinate), Michael Wenzl (209-C-91) (Basketball Academy Ulm)
1010	dbpedia	1	31	https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/10/10/2629	en	Ventricular Arrhythmias in Ischemic Cardiomyopathy—New Avenues for Mechanism-Guided Treatment	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…0.jpg?1634551319	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…0.jpg?1634551319	[ "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1723031622", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1723031622", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/journals/cells-logo.png?8600e93ff98dbf14", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/bundles/mdpisci...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Matthew Amoni", "Eef Dries", "Sebastian Ingelaere", "Dylan Vermoortele", "H. Llewelyn Roderick", "Piet Claus", "Rik Willems", "Karin R. Sipido", "H. Llewelyn", "Karin R" ]	2021-10-01T00:00:00	Ischemic heart disease is the most common cause of lethal ventricular arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death (SCD). In patients who are at high risk after myocardial infarction, implantable cardioverter defibrillators are the most effective treatment to reduce incidence of SCD and ablation therapy can be effective for ventricular arrhythmias with identifiable culprit lesions. Yet, these approaches are not always successful and come with a considerable cost, while pharmacological management is often poor and ineffective, and occasionally proarrhythmic. Advances in mechanistic insights of arrhythmias and technological innovation have led to improved interventional approaches that are being evaluated clinically, yet pharmacological advancement has remained behind. We review the mechanistic basis for current management and provide a perspective for gaining new insights that centre on the complex tissue architecture of the arrhythmogenic infarct and border zone with surviving cardiac myocytes as the source of triggers and central players in re-entry circuits. Identification of the arrhythmia critical sites and characterisation of the molecular signature unique to these sites can open avenues for targeted therapy and reduce off-target effects that have hampered systemic pharmacotherapy. Such advances are in line with precision medicine and a patient-tailored therapy.	en	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…d7013?1723031622	MDPI	https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/10/10/2629	by Matthew Amoni 1,2,3 , Eef Dries 1 , Sebastian Ingelaere 1,2 , Dylan Vermoortele 4 , H. Llewelyn Roderick 1 , Piet Claus 4 , Rik Willems 1,2 and Karin R. Sipido 1,* 1 Experimental Cardiology, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, KU Leuven, 3000 Leuven, Belgium 2 Division of Cardiology, University Hospitals Leuven, 3000 Leuven, Belgium 3 Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town 7935, South Africa 4 Imaging and Cardiovascular Dynamics, Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, KU Leuven, 3000 Leuven, Belgium * Author to whom correspondence should be addressed. Cells 2021, 10(10), 2629; https://doi.org/10.3390/cells10102629 Submission received: 16 August 2021 / Revised: 20 September 2021 / Accepted: 23 September 2021 / Published: 1 October 2021 (This article belongs to the Special Issue Electrical Remodeling in Cardiac Disease) Abstract : Ischemic heart disease is the most common cause of lethal ventricular arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death (SCD). In patients who are at high risk after myocardial infarction, implantable cardioverter defibrillators are the most effective treatment to reduce incidence of SCD and ablation therapy can be effective for ventricular arrhythmias with identifiable culprit lesions. Yet, these approaches are not always successful and come with a considerable cost, while pharmacological management is often poor and ineffective, and occasionally proarrhythmic. Advances in mechanistic insights of arrhythmias and technological innovation have led to improved interventional approaches that are being evaluated clinically, yet pharmacological advancement has remained behind. We review the mechanistic basis for current management and provide a perspective for gaining new insights that centre on the complex tissue architecture of the arrhythmogenic infarct and border zone with surviving cardiac myocytes as the source of triggers and central players in re-entry circuits. Identification of the arrhythmia critical sites and characterisation of the molecular signature unique to these sites can open avenues for targeted therapy and reduce off-target effects that have hampered systemic pharmacotherapy. Such advances are in line with precision medicine and a patient-tailored therapy. Graphical Abstract 1. The Health Challenge of Arrhythmias in Ischemic Heart Disease Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is the leading cardiovascular disease and largest single cause of death in the US and Europe, accounting for up to ~20% of deaths [1,2]. A significant proportion of this mortality is due to sudden cardiac death (SCD), where combining acute and chronic mortality it can be estimated that approximately 50% of deaths in IHD are due to SCD, with the other half due to heart failure and other complications [3,4]. SCD is attributed to lethal ventricular arrhythmias of ventricular tachycardia (VT) and fibrillation (VF), which are common complications of IHD in the acute, chronic and heart failure stage [5]. IHD has evolved dramatically in presentation over the decades. The primary pathology remains coronary artery disease due to atherosclerosis. Narrowing of coronary arteries leads to intermittent ischaemia, and complete coronary artery occlusion occurs when thrombosis superimposes on a vulnerable lesion leading to myocardial infarction (MI) [6]. Before proper treatment, immediate mortality of acute coronary occlusion and MI was over 30% (Figure 1A). This includes a substantial number of patients for whom SCD was the first manifestation of IHD. The immediate management of MI has evolved from the expectant conservative in the 1950s through the medical management revolution of thrombolysis in the 1980s [7], to the current status of immediate revascularisation by primary percutaneous coronary interventions. As illustrated in Figure 1A, under current guidelines, the acute mortality is now well below 5% [8]. This reduction has led to new presentations of IHD. Survivors of MI, with substantial loss of myocardial tissue, develop ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) and remain at high risk of premature death because of evolution to heart failure and because of arrhythmia risk. Arrhythmic death was highest in the first 30 days after MI in the VALIANT cohort (Figure 1B), and related to left ventricular dysfunction [5]. A recent meta-analysis of 14 trials conducted in NSTEMI, reported SCD as the major cause of death and high risk of arrhythmias early but even more so after 30 days, indicating the presentation and evolution of the MI has an important role (Figure 1C) [3]. This poses new challenges. Management of arrhythmias in ICM is a major problem as risk assessment and pharmacological management are severely limited. Development of novel therapeutics for ventricular arrhythmias has been stagnant, partly related to disappointments in late stage clinical trials, possibly also in part due to some complacency with available device therapy [9]. Another hurdle may also be that, despite many preclinical studies, our understanding of basic cellular pathophysiology and arrhythmia mechanisms in the infarcted heart remains incomplete. In this review, we discuss the unique nature of the presentation of arrhythmias in the presence of a healed MI and summarise what we know about electrical remodelling in the chronic phase after MI. The various factors that contribute to arrhythmia vulnerability are discussed in the context of therapeutic targeting. Finally, we present the gaps in knowledge and future research aims. 2. Current Management: Much to Be Desired from Pharmacotherapy Restoring adequate circulation to the ischemic myocardium is cardinal to preserving viability and preventing further loss. Therefore, revascularisation remains central to the immediate and long-term management of IHD [10,11]. It is also important to avoiding adverse remodelling and pathological triggers associated with repetitive, demand ischaemia that can precipitate and facilitate arrhythmias and SCD [12]. Ancillary to revascularisation, cardioprotective therapies have the potential to salvage at-risk myocardium with novel therapies emerging to reduce ischemic and particularly reperfusion injury targeting multifactorial actors in acute MI [13]. Beyond revascularisation, guideline-based therapy includes beta-blockers and inhibition of the RAAS system, to reduce the extent of ventricular remodelling and evolution to heart failure. Early trials for primary pharmacological prevention of arrhythmias had disastrous outcomes with increased mortality in treated patients because of proarrhythmia [14,15]. Although beta-blockers reduce arrhythmias [16,17], they are not sufficient for prevention of SCD. Other anti-arrhythmic drugs available in IHD are amiodarone, possibly ranolazine [9,16]. A recent report suggested the use of agents like quinidine in select patients with refractory short coupled malignant arrhythmias [18], but no new anti-arrhythmics have been developed targeting ventricular arrhythmias in the last two decades that have shown significant promise in making their way into clinical practice. For patients who have received the prescribed revascularisation and guideline-based medical therapy, an arrhythmia risk assessment is called for early after MI (2–40 days post-MI) if there is a clinical suspicion of high-risk (syncope, non-sustained VT, etc). Figure 2 illustrates a flowchart based on available guidelines and recommendations. Time after MI, documented VT/VF and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) primarily define the risk and eventual need for an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) vs. medical optimisation and follow-up. ICD patients with intolerable symptoms or arrhythmia recurrence despite optimal medical therapy require catheter ablation or surgical neuromodulation. Of note, although the early post-MI period is recognised as highest risk (Figure 1), even after years, asymptomatic MI patients can suddenly develop life-threatening arrhythmias, possibly related to evolving disease or comorbidities and require an ICD. Thus, for patients at high risk, ICD is the primary treatment option and an ICD is considered the most effective therapy for the prevention of SCD in ICM [16,19]. ICDs effectively detect ventricular arrhythmias of sustained VT and VF and deliver a high-energy shock to the heart to restore normal sinus rhythm. Current guidelines for ICD implantation only have consensus regarding risk based on assessment of left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) <35% [16]. However, it has long been understood that although the degree of left ventricle (LV) dysfunction is the most powerful predictor of post-MI mortality, this metric is insufficient. This deficiency is further highlighted by the paradoxical evidence that the highest mortality is observed in patients with preserved, or only moderately reduced LVEF [20,21]. Classically, the invasive electrophysiology (EP) study involving arrhythmia provocation by programmed electrical stimulation via intracardiac catheters inserted transvenously is a standard for risk assessment and has its place in the diagnostic workup illustrated in Figure 2 [16,24]. However, its utility in the clinical approach to risk stratification has been challenged, particularly its usefulness as a screening tool [25]. Therefore, ancillary non-invasive tools and parameters have been proposed [26]. Further assessment of ischemia, a potential arrhythmia triggers is recommended by coronary angiography, stress echocardiography and nuclear scans [16,27]. Parameters such as infarct size, and peri-infarct heterogeneity of fibrosis have been reported to predict arrhythmias, but no concrete method of assessment and evidence has found place in clinical practice [28,29]. The 24-h Holter remains one of the clinicians most valuable tool to assess an ICM patient’s risk for SCD, with frequent premature ventricular complexes (PVCs), non-sustained VT and sustained VT or VF providing compelling indicators of high risk and potential benefit of ICD implantation [16,30,31]. Data obtained from ICD support the use of new markers of arrhythmic risk derived from repolarisation abnormalities [32]. A potential Holter-based parameter is beat-to-beat variability of repolarisation that shows promise of translation to ICD monitoring [33,34,35]. Repolarisation parameters derived from standard 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis include QT-interval and its dispersion, T-peak to T-end and microvolt T-wave alternans, which may reflect the dynamic substrate for arrhythmias as well as depolarisation, and parameters such as QRS duration and QRS fragmentation that reflect conduction abnormalities [36,37]. These new parameters still need to be assessed comprehensively before recommendation to clinical practice [38]. A main limitation of the ICD, is that although it is effective at terminating arrhythmia, it does not prevent the occurrence of arrhythmia and may contribute to progression of disease. A high incidence of shocks to restore sinus rhythm is associated with worse outcome among ICD patients; this is possibly due to induction of electromechanical dissociation and SCD, and to repeated shocks contributing to progression of adverse remodelling [39,40]. In addition, shocks cause significant psychological distress and negatively impact patient’s quality of life [41]. Thus, strategies to prevent the occurrence of arrhythmia are often used in conjunction to ICD implantation. Electrophysiology study with mapping and catheter ablation of VT is the most effective approach to prevent the occurrence of arrhythmia [42,43]. After identification of areas critical to the arrhythmia maintenance or initiation, ablation using radiofrequency energy interrupts the arrhythmia path or triggering tissue, thereby preventing arrhythmia occurrence [44]. However, ablation success is significantly lower in patients with intramural or epicardial scars and arrhythmia circuits, patients with hemodynamically unstable arrhythmias that preclude mapping or complex scars with multiple exits or polymorphic arrhythmias [45]. Patients with incessant arrhythmias or arrhythmia storm, which is refractory to ablation and medical therapy or where these are contraindicated, are considered for neuromodulation therapy [16,46]. In these patients, bilateral cardiac sympathetic denervation via thoracoscopic minimally invasive therapy has been shown effective with up to 60% success after three years [47], but this complex procedure is yet to be established in routine clinical practice. Whereas ICD is a symptomatic treatment, ablation as treatment is based on the unique remodelling of the LV after MI and the consequent macroscopic mechanisms of VT. Further development of pharmacotherapy or alternative treatment will need to focus on the mechanistic basis of post-MI arrhythmias. 3. The Unique Nature and Central Role of the Border Zone After MI, there are three structurally distinct regions in the LV (Figure 3A): the infarct region subjected to ischaemia, and reperfusion in most cases, where necrotic tissue is replaced by fibrosis, with scar formation preserving the wall integrity. Surrounding the infarct is a transition border zone (BZ) which was subject to relative ischaemia and collateral perfusion. Here the fraction of myocytes that survived this insult is intermixed with fibrosis. Third is the remote region that was unaffected by the ischemic insult, but which will eventually have to compensate for the loss of muscle mass. Our understanding of the pathology and time-course of post-MI repair and remodelling has deepened through experimental studies [48]. The initial phase of MI (day 1–5) is characterised by cell death and inflammation. During this phase rapid myocyte loss occurs by necrosis and apoptosis, with infiltration and activation of immune cells and fibroblasts. The intermediate phase (Day 7–30) is characterised by resolution of the inflammation and replacement of myocyte loss by fibrosis leading to a myocardial infarct or scar. The chronic phase (Day 30 onwards) is the remodelling phase during which the remaining myocytes remodel to adapt to the changes due to the loss of a part of the ventricle. The BZ formation involves a complex symphony of immune cells, including neutrophils, infiltrating monocytes, regulatory T cells and resident macrophages, as well as pericytes, endothelial cells and fibroblasts interacting directly and indirectly with myocytes in the BZ [48,50,51]. The myocytes in the BZ undergo substantial remodelling in response to different signals. The transient ischaemia leads to activation of survival pathways such as the RISK and SAFE pathways [52,53]. The acute loss of a significant percentage of myocardium in MI results in abrupt and progressive changes of ventricular loading and local wall stress leading to abnormal strain in the surviving border zone and non-infarcted remote region, that contribute to remodelling and altered regional strain [54,55]. The wall stress in the scar and BZ is higher than to that of the remote myocardium primarily due to the difference in thickness [56,57,58], affecting fibroblast properties as well [59]. In addition, the BZ is under unique load during systole, due to the non-compliant scar tissue on one side leading to uneven mechanical forces and contraction [55,56]. This contributes to a BZ-specific myocyte phenotype, different from the remodelling in the remote myocardium [49,55,57,60]. Another important feature of the BZ is the altered nature of the local autonomic innervation. Cardiac sympathetic nerves also suffer ischemic injury and death in the infarct region resulting in denervation [61,62]. Similar processes are observed to a lesser extent in the BZ. Here surviving neurons attempt to regenerate and sprout, leading to a heterogeneous innervation [63,64]. Various nerve growth factors including NGF, GAP43, and protein tyrosine phosphatase sigma (PTP) have been described to regulate neuronal re-innervation and targeting such factors can improve innervation and abate arrhythmias [65,66]. Following MI, the innervation of the heart undergoes remodelling in the form of denervation-re-innervation with aberrant nerve sprouting particularly in the BZ [65,67]. These processes modulate myocyte function and remodelling, influencing ion channel expression and the BZ phenotype [68]. Neurons in the non-infarcted region also undergo neuronal remodelling [69]. Moreover, extra-cardiac neuronal remodelling occurs with observed enlargement and dendritic sprouting of stellate ganglia in MI-models that further influences myocyte remodelling [65,70,71]. Lastly, not only the myocardium and innervating network, but also the perfusing vasculature and microcirculation in the ischemic area are damaged with subsequent remodelling in the reperfused BZ [72,73]. The observations of a rest-stress perfusion defect mismatch in high risk patients confirms that perfusion of the BZ is dysfunctional [74,75]. In the BZ, local vascular damage, stenosis, and angiogenesis occur during infarct healing [76]. These new vessels have abnormalities of smooth muscle and organisation, leading to dysfunction particularly under stress where nitric-oxide and bradykinin-mediated vasodilatation is impaired [77,78,79]. This contributes to the vulnerability to ischaemia of the BZ and consequent arrhythmias. Taken together, as illustrated in Figure 3B, the BZ microarchitecture, resulting from a complex local remodelling process, forms a unique substrate for arrhythmias in IHD as supported by in vivo studies. 4. Origin and Maintenance of VT–Mechanistic Insights Obtained In Vivo 4.1. The Conceptual Framework Clinical and experimental mapping and ablation studies have greatly advanced our understanding of the in vivo arrhythmogenesis in ICM. The current mechanistic framework is that underlying and pre-existing vulnerability is created through structural and functional abnormalities. In the post-MI heart, this is classically due to the scar formation and LV remodelling with creation of the unique BZ. On this substrate, initiating events, e.g., adrenergic activation, ischaemia, mechanical loading and electrolyte abnormalities, create the trigger for arrhythmias, typically a PVC (Figure 4A). Progression to VT and maintenance are mostly the result of the substrate properties. 4.2. Triggers and Arrhythmia Initiation Monitoring studies have highlighted that the majority of arrhythmias in ICM are initiated by a triggering-PVC [80,81]. Such PVCs can be due to automaticity, triggered activity or micro-reentry. Automaticity is implicated particularly in acute ischaemia where injury current flows between ischemic depolarised tissue and unaffected myocardium [82]. This could depolarise injured Purkinje fibres, which develop enhanced firing and trigger PVCs [83,84]. Triggered activity from afterdepolarisations is another important mechanism of PVCs and often the consequence of increased adrenergic drive, which increases intracellular calcium [85,86]. Clinical observations that frequent PVCs can be reproduced during an EP study by infusion of isoproterenol and by high rate pacing support the link between cellular events and PVCs [42,86]. Delayed afterdepolarisations (DAD) occur during phase 4 or resting membrane potential due to spontaneous calcium release leading to calcium extrusion via sodium-calcium exchanger. The resulting transient inward current induces membrane depolarisation. If these depolarisations are large enough to reach threshold for activation of Na+ channels, an action potential (AP) is triggered, resulting in a PVC. Afterdepolarisations have been documented in Purkinje fibres and myocytes in ischaemia and at different stages after MI [86,87]. Myocytes within the BZ are particularly prone to DADs under adrenergic drive [88,89], and during in vivo studies in the pig with MI, we recently could demonstrate co-localisation of DADs and PVC sites within the BZ (Figure 4B). Another possibility is micro-reentry, e.g., within the BZ. This has not been demonstrated experimentally in ICM, but it is postulated to occur where fibrosis intersperses myocytes with variable action potential duration (APD). This would allow conduction block and re-activation in a small area <5mm creating a PVC [91,92]. In this scenario, early afterdepolarisations (EADs) associated with AP prolongation, as well as dispersion of repolarisation, in space and time, are important contributing factors. Finally, mechano-electrical feedback in vivo, e.g., during sudden increase of afterload can be part of the initiating event or PVC [93]. At cellular level, acute stretch produces membrane depolarisations that affect the AP and membrane repolarisation or resting phase interrupting it with afterdepolarisations that can trigger APs and PVCs via calcium-mediated modulation of ion channel and ryanodine receptor function [94,95]. Classical in vivo studies utilizing monophasic action potential (MAP) recordings in human surgery and altering loading conditions by transient aortic constriction demonstrated the effects of mechanical feedback on the AP and the generation of afterdepolarisations that triggered PVCs [96]. 4.3. Arrhythmia Substrates for Progression and Sustenance/Maintenance The BZ has a central role for arrhythmia sustenance. The structural obstacles are classically understood to induce conduction slowing as electrical activation needs to zig-zag through the BZ maze around the scar, thereby allowing re-entry circuits to form [97]. In addition, it is increasingly recognised that functional abnormalities facilitate and are often essential to the re-entry circuit. Myocyte electrophysiology in the BZ is considered critical to the functional unidirectional block in the re-entry circuit [98,99]. Specifically, depolarisation and repolarisation differences contribute to the conduction block and allow re-activation of refractory regions allowing a re-entry loop [98,99]. In early experiments on post-MI VT mechanisms, El-Sherif and collaborators demonstrated by in vivo mapping the importance of the functional substrate and specifically dispersion of refractoriness, as well as the underlying myocyte-driven changes in ionic currents and APD [100,101]. In our recent work, we also recorded time-dependent variation in repolarisation in the BZ that likewise would facilitate re-entry (Figure 4C). Mechano-electrical coupling and regional differences in wall stress mechanics may also impact on the functional substrate and sustenance of arrhythmias. Orini et al. demonstrated using a multielectrode myocardial sock the induction of spatial inhomogeneity of repolarisation due to alterations in loading conditions that may contribute to the arrhythmia substrate and in a case report elegantly mapped the transition to arrhythmia during ischaemia in an ICM patient [102,103]. The understanding of impact of mechano-electrical feedback on electrical and mechanical activity has also been advanced greatly by the studies of mechanical dyssynchrony. Here mechanical inhomogeneity linked to ECG parameters of abnormal repolarisation is greater in ICM patients with documented arrhythmias and improves SCD prediction [104]. Recent advanced imaging combined with computational studies in experimental MI large-animal models has allowed description of the heterogeneous fibrosis and myofibre disorganisation that is characteristic of reentry circuit areas [105,106]. This data has led to novel clinical ablation strategies based on detailed imaging analysis to predict arrhythmia ablation sites with initial reassuring success (Figure 4D) [90]. The prescribed approach to ablation of post-MI VT typically depends upon the induction of stable arrhythmia pacing manoeuvres, like pace-mapping and entrainment, to determine the ablation target [42,44]. The advances in detailed 3D electro-anatomical mapping have had a profound influence on the approach for VT ablation [107,108]. A first improvement is the possibility to tackle critical features of the substrate identified with mapping during sinus rhythm, like isthmus or channels in the border zone of the infarct, determined by heterogeneous scar and late or isolated potentials or fragmented signals [109]. Another approach is homogenisation of the substrate, independent of critical features. By ablation of the entire BZ with relatively preserved voltages on mapping (0.5–1.5 mV), the culprit region is rendered electrically inert and almost all potentials rendered <0.5 mV [44,110]. Finally, in some cases of hemodynamically unstable VT or VF storm, the triggering PVCs are located and targeted for ablation [111,112]. Of these strategies, critical substrate targeting has substantially benefited from incorporation of advanced imaging into the procedure, making future changes in standard clinical practice likely. Pre-procedural magnetic resonance imaging visualises the location and extent of the infarct and fibrosis, feeding into computational modelling to create a substrate map on which critical vulnerable sites can be identified. This information is then used to personalise the ablation strategy [96,113,114]. Novel strategies including stereotactic non-invasive ablation, rely on preprocedural imagining for procedural planning and execution [115]. Initial success and encouraging results of accurate critical isthmus prediction from MRI reconstructions promises much to be expected from these strategies. Despite these mechanistic insights in the role of post-MI substrate and triggers gained from in vivo studies, effective and safe anti-arrhythmic pharmacological therapy is lacking. A possible hindrance to pharmacology has been neglect of the heterogeneity of remodelling in the LV. Also, the multicellular environment of the BZ affects local myocyte remodelling and in vivo electrical function, factors that also need to be taken into account when designing molecular therapy. 5. Cellular Remodelling in the BZ Underlying In Vivo Arrhythmogenesis 5.1. Animal Models for Post-MI Remodelling When considering the time-dependent remodelling in vivo, the confounders of therapy and concomitant disease, and the limited access to human tissue, it is clear that animal models remain a cornerstone for the study of post-MI changes in cardiac myocyte properties. Myocyte remodelling after MI has been studied for decades, leading to progressive insights, but also confounding the field and potential translation because of the wide variety of models that have been used [116]. Variety has been in species, type of intervention to create MI and timing of the observations at myocyte level and the lack of large data sets that are inherent to patch clamp studies. Studies of the 1980s and 90s mostly used rats in a surgical coronary ligation model, whereas the dog was the typical large-animal model for MI, created during surgery. Rat studies allowed more time points to be investigated and ligation typically induces large infarcts with extensive remodelling, eventually leading to heart failure. Nowadays, creation of MI in rats and mice after ligation, is often used as a model for heart failure. An important limitation of these small-animal models for the study of BZ and remote regions, is the difficulty of regional sampling for functional single myocyte studies and consequently, mostly data come from an aggregate of cells isolated from surviving myocardium. Some of the early data on cell morphology, nevertheless already indicated the presence of regional differences in hypertrophy between near-MI and remote regions [117,118] as also recently seen for the loss of T-tubules in the rat model [57]. The dog model allowed more precise regional sampling but typically had a short observation window, linked on the one hand to logistics and on the other hand to the limitation of the extensive collaterals and smaller infarcts. For these and other reasons, since the 2000s, the pig is becoming a leading animal model [119]. Pig cardiac anatomy and physiology is closer to humans, and infarcts can be created through ischaemia-reperfusion without surgery [116,119]. As well, surgical, and non-surgical, interventions have been developed to study chronic coronary stenosis and hibernation [120,121]. The breeding of transgenic animals with human histocompatibility genes for xenotransplantation [122,123] further increases interest in this animal model, which can be studied in vivo using clinical tools for EP studies, imaging, etc. Limitations are the logistics of handling adult pigs during long-term experiments. Logistically, sheep are easier to handle but like the dog, have coronary circulatory differences compared to man, and typically more than one coronary branch needs to be occluded to obtain large infarcts. The rabbit has been an intermediate size animal model, in terms of advantages and limitations [124,125]. In the dog and pig, different modes of MI induction have been used. In the dog, rich collateral circulation requires more extensive interventions to reduce blood flow and typically requires surgery to occlude or reduce flow in multiple coronary branches. In the pig, collaterals are sparser and a temporary single-vessel occlusion suffices to induce infarction. Permanent occlusive or stenosis methods to induce MI including ligation, embolisation and flow-limitation, in contrast to occlusion-reperfusion techniques such as balloon-occlusion create different phenotypes of MI. The former is likely more relevant to the pre-reperfusion/PCI era where coronary lesions remained in the chronic phase. In the current era of primary revascularisation, the ischaemia-reperfusion (I/R) models are likely more representative of the clinical phenotype, though the absence of pre-existing coronary and cardiac pathology remains a major distinction. Key differences are likely to be in the infarct and BZ, which are the principle source of arrhythmias and underlying SCD in ICM. In permanent occlusion models, the lack of blood-flow to the infarct and limited flow to the BZ limits infiltration and myocyte recovery. As such, larger infarcts are more observed in permanent occlusion compared to reperfusion [126]. Post-MI time-course in small-animal models, pre-clinical large-animal models and human MI are different as well [127]. In particular small-animal models exhibit a more rapid time-course and different qualitative features of cellular infiltration and signalling involved in infarct healing than large-animal models and human MI. Recent work suggests that the fibroblasts differentiation and invasion of the scar and BZ exhibit a unique phenotype and temporal profile as well [128,129]. In the last 20 years, mice have taken centre stage as animal model, mostly due to the power of genetic manipulation [126]. MI has mostly been induced by coronary artery ligation and mice are able to survive large infarcts of up to 40% of the LV. However, this often quickly progresses to heart failure and thus the ligation model is more suitable to study HF than early post-MI remodelling without overt HF [130]. More recently, I/R methods were introduced that are more relevant to study post-MI remodelling. However, the small size of the mouse heart makes it difficult to isolate sub-regions. Finally, in the choice of animal models to study arrhythmic mechanisms post-MI, the electrophysiology of the myocytes is also important as species differences in ion currents shape the AP morphology with implications on repolarisation and the functional substrate for arrhythmias [131]. For small-animal models, there is a large disparity with the human AP, though this is less of a limitation for the rabbit compared to rat and mouse [132]. The dog, sheep and pig have an AP morphology and rate response that is close to human, but none has the exact same make-up in ion channels [133]. 5.2. Myocyte Electrical Remodelling in the BZ–Role in Re-Entry and Triggered Activity The work done in the early years after implementation of single cell isolation, patch clamp and calcium homeostasis recordings, has informed widely about ionic channel remodelling after MI. The many studies in rats, dogs and rabbits, are rich in detail, and summarizing them briefly here does not do them full justice. Nevertheless, it is a useful starting point before turning to the specific knowledge on the BZ, and more detail can be found in some excellent dedicated reviews [87,134,135]. An overarching feature of post-MI myocytes isolated from surviving myocardium, is prolongation of the AP with or without instability of the resting membrane potential. Underlying changes in ion currents responsible for AP prolongation are reduction of repolarizing early transient outward and delayed K+ currents. In cells isolated from remote regions several weeks after MI, these changes are reminiscent and probably overlap with the HF phenotype also seen in humans [136]. Ca2+ current is mostly reported to be reduced, but altered Na+/Ca+ exchange current can also contribute to long APs [137]. Gap junctional loss and re-organisation is another important feature of post-MI remodelling [138]. Early evidence showing region-specific and unique remodelling of cells from the BZ came from the work of Myerburg and colleagues. Using transmembrane recordings, they demonstrated that BZ myocytes had abnormal resting membrane potential (RMP), slower phase 1 (depolarisation) and either shorter or longer APD depending on the site as well as abnormal repolarisation and refractoriness [139]. Boyden and collaborators studied the early and intermediate-to-late remodelling in the dog post-MI model and also reported regional differences. Regional AP changes had a temporal pattern: in the early or acute phase (24-48 h post-MI), AP prolongation was observed consistent with reduced inward and outward K-currents [134,140]. In the sub-acute phase (5-14 days post-MI), cells studied in this intermediate phase progressively shortened AP and decreased activation velocity (measured by the maximal activation velocity of the AP upstroke, Vmax) due to a decrease in INa current and altered kinetics; however, IK1 appeared to be reduced in these cells. In the chronic phase described as 2-months post-MI, the AP profiles and resting potential return to normal durations comparable to control cells [141]. The cellular AP profile of the chronic or stable infarct phase after one month are likely the most relevant to arrhythmias in ICM outside of the acute myocardial injury phase. At this stage, myocytes and Purkinje cells that survive in the infarct and border zone especially with timely reperfusion, may have a special role, as also indicated by clinical recordings [83,142]. Extensive work by Boyden and collaborators also demonstrated that remodelling in Purkinje cells in the chronic phase is on the one hand particular, e.g., with regard to calcium handling (see below), but also shares features with myocytes with reduced outward potassium currents and calcium current [134,143]. In addition to these focused BZ studies, a number of early reports indicated that remodelling post-MI is heterogeneous with increased dispersion of repolarisation [144,145,146], and more recently, transmural dispersion [147]. However, few studies have directly compared cellular remodelling in the infarct/BZ region to other regions. Table 1 gives an overview of papers that have made a direct comparison of electrical remodelling in cells isolated from more than one region in the same heart. The table is organised from top to bottom according to the time point studied after MI induction. Except for our recent paper using an I/R model, all of the studies used a permanent stenosis/occlusion. Although different in detail, they share a commonality of a BZ specific remodelling where AP is not necessarily longer, but unstable. Ca2+ current and transients are reduced but spontaneous events are present. Studying a late-stage remodelling time point of 5 months after MI, Hegyi et al. [88] presented a complete inventory of major ion channel fluxes in the BZ compared to the remote myocardium. In this model, inward ICaL is reduced in the BZ compared to the remote region, while NCX and late-Na+ remained unchanged. For outward currents, IK1 is reduced in the BZ while IKs and IKr remained unchanged. These ion channel changes lead to regional differences in APD, with the BZ myocytes having significantly shorter APs than the remote. Our own recent data come from an I/R model, studied at four weeks when the incidence of spontaneous arrhythmias is high [49]. Different from Hegyi et al., we did find not find shorter APs but found that the resting membrane potential was unstable with reduced IK1 under adrenergic stimulation, facilitating triggered APs (Figure 5A–C). These latter findings relate to changes in calcium handling. Cells from infarcted hearts, not specifically from the BZ, were previously reported to have decreased ICaL and increased ryanodine receptor (RyR)-responsiveness leading to frequent spontaneous calcium release events [137,168,169]. Also, in the pig, following a non-reperfused MI, BZ myocytes have increased spontaneous calcium release compared to remote myocytes leading to frequent DADs due to calcium extrusion via the NCX during adrenergic [89]. We recently studied the relation between cellular remodelling and in vivo events, in the I/R MI model [49]. Here we could show that myocyte-driven DAD events co-localise with the sites of origin of frequent PVCs in vivo (Figure 4B), suggesting that calcium handling abnormalities and DAD-triggered APs could be a dominant mechanism underlying PVCs originating from the BZ in the infarcted heart. Of note, DADs contribute to AP temporal variation and beat-to-beat variability of repolarisation (Figure 5D). In Purkinje cells as well, Boyden et al. documented extensively the occurrence of calcium waves and their propagation, as a potential source of triggered activity from the BZ [170,171] corroborated by others in Purkinje fibre preparations [84]. Purkinje cells have a latent pacemaker function and calcium-driven depolarisation contributes to this automaticity, while Purkinje cells surviving post-MI have more spontaneous activity in vitro [172]. Clinically there have been recordings of premature ventricular complex (PVC) that indicated a Purkinje fibre origin. Both Purkinje cells and cardiomyocytes can have spontaneous calcium release that triggers PVCs, but whether there is a fundamental difference, or a cell preference between them as a potential PVC source, awaits a head-to-head comparison. Such abnormalities could play a central role in triggering PVCs that are central to arrhythmia initiation. Moreover, a unifying hypothesis is to consider the interplay between myocyte-DADs and Purkinje depolarisations, which could interact synergistically via parasystolic modulation to result in the manifestation of PVCs [173]. Non-myocyte remodelling contributes to the unique nature of the BZ as well. Though beyond the scope of the present review, recent studies are emerging that underscore the diverse nature of cardiac fibroblasts and fibrosis [129,174]. Fibrosis in the BZ may result from the specific myofibroblast phenotype, interacting with its environment, related to unique transcriptomic signatures as seen in pig models of MI [59,175]. Fibroblasts modulate the myocyte electrophysiology and remodelling directly through gap-junctions and through paracrine pathways, in addition to providing a collagen network that interferes with electrical conduction [135,176,177,178,179]. MicroRNA signalling from fibroblasts and other cell types is one of the modes of communication [180,181]. In summary, electrical remodelling of myocytes and the heterocellular interactions in the BZ create a unique environment for arrhythmogenesis, both as a substrate promoting re-entry and as a setting facilitating triggered events. The latter mostly result from an extra stimulus, with a prominent role for altered autonomic drive as initiating event. Hypokalaemia is another example of an initiating event, which would facilitate both trigger and substrate by inducing calcium overload as well as reduce K+ currents and destabilise the membrane potential. 5.3. Role of Autonomic Inputs in the BZ for Arrhythmogenesis Inputs from the autonomic nervous system superimpose on the myocyte remodelling to enhance and initiate arrhythmias in several ways [64,182,183,184]. As mentioned above, innervation within the BZ is heterogeneous resulting from the denervation-re-innervation sprouting during ischaemia, reperfusion, and recovery. Early experimental studies demonstrated sympathetic innervation to be pro-arrhythmic by enhancement of the substrate by increasing dispersion of repolarisation and triggered activity that is counteracted by the anti-arrhythmic action of the parasympathetic system [146,185]. More recent studies showed that sympathetic stimulation leads to variable AP profiles in subareas of this region, reflecting the variable innervation and related modulatory actions on underlying ion channels and calcium handling [65,70,186]. Altered innervation was observed to be linked to increased transmural dispersion of repolarisation due to alterations in transient outward and inward rectifier K+ currents [187,188]. Cardiac myocytes have a predominance of beta-adrenergic receptors and circulating catecholamines may also contribute to or superimpose on the vulnerable substrate to promote arrhythmias. Infusion of isoproterenol has been demonstrated to increase dispersion of repolarisation in ICM patients [189]. We recently demonstrated in a pig MI model that adrenergic stimulation increased temporal dispersion, i.e., beat-to-beat variation of repolarisation, which also contributes to the functional substrate [89]. Importantly, increased sympathetic tone is a major factor for initiation of arrhythmias, by generating PVCs. The link between adrenergic-enhanced spontaneous calcium release in myocytes, concurrent depolarisations through the Na/Ca exchange currents, and eventually triggered APs is well known [190]. In the BZ, the conditions to translate into a PVC are met including reduced cell-cell coupling, interspersing fibrosis, reduced repolarisation reserve and AP electrical remodelling [191]. Our recent work demonstrated this link (Figure 4), and we could identify preferred sites of PVCs (Figure 6A). At cellular level, the adrenergic response also reflects changes in the myocyte signalling pathway. Spontaneous calcium release is mediated by Ca2+-calmodulin kinase (CaMK) acting on the RYRs which are differently distributed within the myocytes after MI [89,192]. Moreover, our recent data supports altered response to adrenergic signalling with increased sensitivity in the MI BZ as an underlying mechanism leading to triggered activity in the BZ [49]. Whether this relates to a reduction in receptor density or intracellular signalling is not yet established, but work from Gorelik and her group underscore the changes in receptor localisation and subtypes [193]. The autonomic modulation of arrhythmogenesis has been translated to clinical practice with the established role of first-line beta blockers in the prevention of arrhythmias in post-MI patients [16,17]. Neuromodulation is also gaining traction as studies have demonstrated its effectiveness, particularly in treating refractory ventricular tachycardia and arrhythmia storms [47,194]. In summary, the knowledge on cellular mechanisms of arrhythmogenesis in the BZ invites further translational and mechanistic research to improve specific targeting of remodelling in this region. 6. Emerging Concepts and Future Research Directions for Post-MI Arrhythmia Management 6.1. Systemic Small Molecule Therapy or Local BZ Targeted Therapy Small molecules that prevent arrhythmias with clear benefit and few side effects are limited, and none are labelled specifically for post-MI arrhythmias. For atrial fibrillation and certain congenital arrhythmic disorders such as CPVT, research and development of small molecules modulating ion channels and transporters has been converging on Ca2+ handling [195,196,197]. This seems a valid direction to explore in post-MI arrhythmias as well, as far as triggers are concerned. Increased RYR activity in conditions of adrenergic stress could be mitigated through direct RYR inhibition or through the CaMK signalling pathway. Flecainide has proven its usefulness as an RYR blocker in CPVT [198] but its known proarrhythmia after MI [14], presumably related to Na+ channel inhibition, highlights the need for specific and safe RYR blockers. Recent work highlights the potential for modification of flecainide and removal of its Na channel inhibition [199]. Other novel RYR inhibitors have shown promise including the carvedilol derivatives [200,201] as well as tetracaine derivatives [202] and dantrolene derivatives [203] and could open new avenues for more specific targeted pharmacotherapy. Sufficient first- and second-generation design molecules are becoming available for proof-of-concept testing in vivo in preclinical large-animal models. Whether targeting calcium handling also interferes with re-entry and arrhythmia sustenance is unknown. Lability of repolarisation is typically linked to K+ conductances but calcium-dependent changes in membrane currents can contribute as well [204,205,206]. Given that loss of K+ currents is common, restoring the balance between depolarisation and repolarizing currents is a challenge. Na/Ca exchange has proven a difficult target, but the Ca-dependent current mediates delayed afterdepolarisation as well as modulates the APD. Thus, when testing calcium-modulating agents, a comprehensive study of both triggers and substrate is warranted. A major challenge for small molecule therapy is unwanted off-target effects. As well, heterogeneity of myocyte remodelling within the post-MI heart, and even within the BZ, may not align with systemic pharmacotherapy and calls for identification of suitable targets according to the location within the heart. If a unique signature of myocyte remodelling in culprit lesions could be identified, it would open new perspectives. Given the challenges for systemic pharmacology, local delivery of therapy at arrhythmic sites follows the rationale of local ablation, but without the scar formation. Despite the many hurdles, gene therapy remains an option given a suitable molecular target is identified [207]. Therefore, designing molecular therapy in line with the local mechanisms of arrhythmogenesis in the BZ requires development of more site-directed mechanistic studies (Figure 6B). Typically, arrhythmogenic areas are identified in vivo during EP studies and recovering them for analysis ex vivo is a challenge. Imaging and computational modelling have greatly helped in identifying arrhythmic sites for ablation, but not yet in marking them for further study. On the other hand, MRI has been used to construct coordinate maps for sampling areas of abnormal contraction [208] and for local injections in the BZ [209,210]. Although these methods are not yet suitable for the recovery of arrhythmogenic sites, a combination of functional EP and MRI could in theory guide ex vivo recovery and allow studies of myocytes, as well as the tissue structure and composition. Novel methodologies that provide deeper Insights into the local molecular mechanisms will open new perspectives. While physiological measurements at the single cell level are commonplace, only recently have we begun to understand the transcriptomic changes and their underlying regulatory mechanisms in BZ remodelling [211,212]. Transcriptomes generated from tissue is compromised by the mixture of cell types present, which through changes in cell type abundance may mask alterations in gene expression in individual cell types [211]. More recently, strategies to purify individual cardiac cell types have been developed that allow generation of cell type transcriptomes and which can provide insights into mechanisms underlying disease associated phenotypic reprogramming [213,214]. However, these analyses do not capture the diversity in phenotypes of cardiomyocytes as well as other cell types that likely arise due to the inhomogeneous cell niche environments present following MI. 6.2. Understanding the Complexity of the Arrhythmia Sites Whereas myocytes are the principle actors of arrhythmias, the tissue complexity within the BZ is key to their function. Not much is known about the role of the myofibroblast/myocyte interactions in the BZ. In situ, connections between myocytes and myofibroblasts can be identified but seem to be rare [177,179]. On the other hand, ex vivo, myofibroblasts and myocytes have gap junctional connections that modulate myocyte electrical properties electrotonically. Better imaging in 3D, as currently available after tissue clearing [215], of relevant arrhythmic sites may reveal the network of neurons, myofibroblasts and their myocyte connections [61,216]. Recent advancements in single cell sequencing technology and their application to analysis of cardiac cell types have now begun to shed light on the transcriptional and cellular heterogeneity of the heart [212,217,218]. In addition to providing cell-type composition of the tissue analysed, bioinformatic interrogation of these single cell or single nucleus data sets shed light on the differentiation/disease state of the individual cell types and the trajectories taken as the various cell types transition from basal to disease state. Moreover, leveraging databases of cell ligand/receptor pairs and their assignment to the various cell types identified through sequencing, cell-cell interaction networks can be generated [217,219]. Exploitation of these identified cell-cell communication networks will yield new molecules that can enhance or prevent cell interactions. In situ transcriptomics is now providing greater context to the relative tissue locations of the cells analysed, thereby complementing more traditional tissue imaging. By in situ transcriptomics, gradients in cell population and phenotypes are identified, which may provide the information necessary to pin-point sites of initiation of arrhythmias within the tissue [212]. Single cell analysis will also contribute to identifying mechanisms by which cell phenotypes are modified in disease. In particular, analysis of the epigenome (DNA methylation, chromatin accessibility, histone modifications) in the same cell as the transcriptome uncovers mechanisms underlying transcriptional regulation including of upstream pathways [220]. Recent advances in preservation and culture of living cardiac slices [68,221,222] will allow testing in the multicellular environment and read-out of myocyte arrhythmogenic properties. As well, they can probe the contributions of cell-cell interactions. Recent data have identified coupling between macrophages and myocytes [223] calling for further studies [224] and methods development that preserve the right environment for study of interactions. 7. Conclusions The management of VT/VF to prevent SCD after myocardial infarction remains challenging and calls for novel mechanistic-based non-invasive treatment. Identification of the arrhythmia critical sites and characterisation of the molecular signature unique to these sites can open avenues to targeted therapy and reduce off-target effects that have hampered systemic pharmacotherapy. Such advances are in line with precision medicine and a patient-tailored therapy. Author Contributions All authors contributed to writing of the manuscript, with M.A. and K.R.S. responsible for conceptualizing and finalizing the manuscript. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript. 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1010	dbpedia	0	47	https://issuu.com/wescom/docs/bulletin_28-06-2013bry419	en	Bulletin Daily Paper 06-28-13	https://image.isu.pub/13…age_1_social.jpg	https://image.isu.pub/13…age_1_social.jpg	[ "https://static.isu.pub/fe/product-header-frontend/781e53c/31d186ba39f38e8c4fac.png", "https://static.issuu.com/fe/silkscreen/0.0.3042/icons/gradient/icon-canva-gradient.svg", "https://static.isu.pub/fe/product-header-frontend/781e53c/1e794a8c4ec65e549678.png", "https://photo.isu.pub/wescom/photo_large.jpg", ...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Western Communications", "Inc. Follow this publisher" ]	2013-08-05T16:48:07+00:00	The Bulletin Daily print edition for Friday June 28, 2013	en	/favicon.ico	Issuu	https://issuu.com/wescom/docs/bulletin_28-06-2013bry419	Welcome to Issuu’s blog: home to product news, tips, resources, interviews (and more) related to content marketing and publishing. Here you'll find an answer to your question.
1010	dbpedia	3	12	https://hoopshype.com/lists/real-madrid-players-olympic-games-basketball/	en	Real Madrid has more players than any other team at the Olympic basketball tournament	https://hoopshype.com/wp…024&h=576&crop=1	https://hoopshype.com/wp…024&h=576&crop=1	[ "https://hoopshype.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/92/2017/01/logo-hoopshype-header.png", "https://hoopshype.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/92/2021/03/USATODAY_Sports_Log.png", "https://hoopshype.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/92/2021/07/GettyImages-1329496099.jpg?w=1000&h=600&crop=1", "https://hoopshype.com/wp-cont...	[]	[]	[ "basketball", "gallery", "nba", "olympics", "real madrid", "featured", "olympic games", "real madrid", "top" ]	null	[ "HoopsHype staff" ]	2021-08-01T07:44:05+00:00	Real Madrid, the storied Spanish club with 10 Euroleague titles leads the way with eight players taking part in the Olympics.	en	https://hoopshype.com/wp…ypeIcon.png?w=32	HoopsHype	https://hoopshype.com/lists/real-madrid-players-olympic-games-basketball/	While this year’s Olympic basketball tournament features more NBA players than ever before, it’s still mostly FIBA clubs who are the most represented at the Games. And there’s actually a runaway No. 1 as far as the club with the most male basketball players participating: Real Madrid, the team that produced a certain Luka Doncic, who just tied the record for second-most points ever scored in an Olympic basketball contest. The storied Spanish club leads the way with eight players taking part in the Olympic Games this summer, followed by Fenerbahce out of the Turkish League, Australia’s Melbourne United, the Miami Heat (the NBA team with most male basketball representatives in Tokyo), Olimpia Milano (Italy) and Union Olimpija (Slovenia), all of whom have four players at the Games. Below, check out the teams with the most players at the Olympic male basketball tournament. There’s a few other NBA teams on the list.
1010	dbpedia	2	3	https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/21691644/fran-fraschilla-ranks-world-top-basketball-leagues-nba	en	Fran Fraschilla ranks world's top basketball leagues outside NBA	https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2017%2F1127%2Fr295592_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg	https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2017%2F1127%2Fr295592_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg	[ "https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=/i/teamlogos/leagues/500/nba.png&w=80&h=80&transparent=true", "https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=/i/columnists/fraschilla_fran_m.jpg&h=80&w=80&scale=crop", "https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=/i/content-reactions/check.png&h=80&w=80", "https://a.espncdn.com/combiner/...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Fran Fraschilla", "Kevin Pelton", "Brianna Williams", "Kendra Andrews", "Brian Windhorst", "Doug Greenberg", "Adrian Wojnarowski", "Nathaniel Janowitz" ]	2017-12-07T14:45:00+00:00	ESPN college basketball analyst and international draft expert Fran Fraschilla runs down his latest list of the top leagues around the world.	en	https://a.espncdn.com/pr…sets/icons/E.svg	ESPN.com	https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/21691644/fran-fraschilla-ranks-world-top-basketball-leagues-nba	Editor's note: Fran Fraschilla, a former head coach at Manhattan, St. John's and New Mexico, is a college basketball analyst and international draft expert for ESPN. Yes, the basketball world continues to grow closer. Hundreds of Americans are playing all over the globe and last season the NBA had 113 players born outside the United States on opening night rosters. And, while the NBA remains the best basketball league in the world by a good distance, the gap between Adam Silver's league and professional leagues around the world grows smaller. Great American teachers of the game of basketball such as Dr. Jack Ramsay, Hubie Brown, Chuck Daly and many others imparted their basketball knowledge to international coaches eager to learn. Today, the NBA and NCAA basketball have been influenced by team-oriented styles we have become accustomed to seeing in international basketball. The globe has shrunk and basketball has come full circle. And, while we gear up for NBA games this week in Mexico City, I offer my latest list of the best basketball leagues around the world outside the NBA. I expect there to be disagreement among hoop heads who follow the game from Shanghai to Chicago to Belgrade. 1. EuroLeague The EuroLeague has long established itself as the benchmark for basketball outside the NBA. Rebranded in 2000, it is the top professional club competition in Europe with growing attendance and college basketball-like atmospheres, with increased sponsorship and television revenues. Made up of 16 teams, the league is so financially stable that approximately 100 players are making as much or more money than the bottom 100 players in the NBA. And the talent in the league is commensurate with the level of salaries. Fenerbahce lost two of its EuroLeague Championship players to the NBA, EuroLeague Final Four MVP Ekpe Udoh (Utah Jazz) and Bogdan Bogdanovic (Sacramento Kings). Some of last season's other EuroLeague stars, such as Milos Teodosic (LA Clippers), Shane Larkin (Boston Celtics) and Cedi Osman (Cleveland Cavaliers) also have joined NBA teams. EuroLeague teams (along with EuroCup and FIBA Basketball Champions League teams) also compete in domestic competition each week during the season, so the schedule starts in October and often ends in June, with grueling travel across the continent. Predicted Final Four Champion: CSKA Moscow Fast Fact: Luka Doncic, the 18-year old Slovenian phenom playing for Real Madrid, should be the EuroLeague's next NBA star. In fact, he could be the first player to win the EuroLeague's MVP and its Rising Star award in the same year. He is projected to be a top-five pick in June's 2018 NBA draft. 2. EuroCup The feeder league into the EuroLeague, EuroCup teams are the "next best" clubs in Europe. Many of these teams have multimillion-dollar budgets and often bounce between the EuroLeague and EuroCup depending upon their success the previous season. For example, the winner of last year's EuroCup, Malaga, and the runner-up, Khimki, have qualified for this season's EuroLeague. Predicted Regular Season Champion: PBC Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia) Fast Fact: Framingham, Massachusetts, native and former Princeton point guard David Blatt is in his second year of coaching Darussafaka Istanbul. In his season-and-a-half as coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Blatt won 68 percent of his games. 3. Spain's Liga ACB The Spanish first division has suffered in recent years from the country's financial crisis, so it is not as strong as it was 10 years ago. However, the league still maintains its place at the top of all domestic leagues in Europe. The ACB currently has five clubs competing in the EuroLeague, three in the EuroCup and four in the FIBA Basketball Champions League. This is an indication of the depth of competitive clubs, often with much smaller budgets than elite clubs such as Real Madrid and Barcelona. Valencia and Baskonia, for example, have won the ACB title in recent years. Many current and former NBA players from Spain have made the transition from the ACB to the NBA. Interestingly, it is a league in which individual players rarely stand out statistically because of the depth of each team's roster and the unselfish style of play that ACB coaches preach. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Real Madrid Fast Fact: Omar Cook, who played at St. John's, was once thought to be the next great guard out of New York City. Although he was an NBA flameout, Cook has developed a great career in Europe. At 35, he is currently playing for Movistar Estudiantes, his fourth ACB club. 4. Turkish Basketball Super League (BSL) Home to the defending EuroLeague Champions, Fenerbahce, the league is on solid financial footing. In fact, salaries in the Turkish first division have exploded in recent years, which has led to a surge in success from Turkish teams in the EuroLeague, EuroCup and the FIBA Basketball Champions League. Many lower level Turkish first division teams have bigger budgets than some of the top teams in Spain, not including Real Madrid and Barcelona. That is why Fenerbahce has the financial resources to reload quickly and compete for more titles. They currently boast former Pitt point guard Bradley Wanamaker, who, in the right situation, could play in the NBA. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Fenerbahce (Istanbul) Fast Fact: Errick McCollum, the older brother of 2015-16 NBA Most Improved Player CJ McCollum, is back for his second full season in Turkey. He once led the Chinese Basketball Association in scoring, averaging 39.6 points a game. 5. Russia's VTB United League This 13-team league serves as both Russia's top domestic league and a united league with teams from Estonia, Latvia, Belarus and Kazakhstan. The league has been dominated by one of Europe's power clubs, CSKA Moscow, which since its inception in 2009-2010 has won every championship but one. While some clubs in the VTB United League are run more professionally than others and the weather in this part of Europe can be harsh during the basketball season, salaries relative to the rest of Europe are on the high end. The top clubs pay a "premium" to acquire top talent that could otherwise spend their winters in Spain, Greece, Italy and France. In fact, there were about 20 former NBA players in the league to start this season. Predicted Regular Season Champion: CSKA Moscow Fast Fact: Americans litter one of Europe's strongest rosters. Former UNC-Greensboro star Kyle Hines is in his 10th season in Europe and fifth at CSKA Moscow. While he's not a household name in the United States, the New Jersey native is one of the most respected players in Europe. Former Colorado and Iowa State stars Corey Higgins and Will Clyburn also are key players. 6. Italy's Lega Basket Serie A (LBA) This is another league that has taken a hit financially in recent years because of its country's economic turmoil. The Italian league, which can have up to seven non-Italian players per team, has dipped in quality in the number of foreign players. Why? There is, as much as ever, a lack of trust between players and owners with regard to players being paid in a timely fashion. (Yes, this has always been a dreaded issue in some parts of Europe.) Only one Italian club, Olimpia Milano, is competing in the EuroLeague. Still, because the country is a great destination for foreign players and has a proud basketball tradition and teams with rabid fan bases, it still produces relatively high-level basketball. Predicted Regular Season Champion: EA7 Emporio Armani Milano (Olimpia Milano) Fast Fact: The San Antonio Spurs' Manu Ginobili and former New York Knicks standout Bill Bradley are the only two players in history to win an Olympic gold medal, an NBA championship and a European title. Ginobili won his European championship with Virtus Bologna and Bradley won his with Olimpia Milano. 7. France's LNB Pro A While not the best domestic league in Europe, this league has produced many quality NBA players over the past 15 seasons, including potential Hall of Fame point guard Tony Parker. Boris Diaw, Evan Fournier and Ian Mahinmi have all had various levels of NBA success and the Rudy Gobert is on the verge of NBA stardom with the Utah Jazz. And, despite a major turnover in talent in the country, there is a coming surge of young players who will soon make their mark in the NBA and in Europe. Predicted Regular Season Champion: ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Fast Fact: Remember the name Sekou Doumbouya, a 6-foot-9 forward (he turns 17 on Dec. 23) with great physical gifts and excellent feel for the game. He is currently competing in Pro B, France's second division. Born in Guinea, he's now a French citizen and should see his name called early in the 2019 NBA draft. 8. The Greek Basket League The term "top heavy" would be an understatement as two traditional European powers, Olympiacos and Panathinaikos, have won 24 of the 25 domestic titles since 1992. Because of that dominance, the league has consistently ranked among the top five in Europe. Because of the continuing dominance of the league's top two teams, it has spawned one of the great rivalries in all of basketball and the nickname, "The Derby of the Eternal Adversaries." Predicted Regular Season Champion: Olympiacos Fast Fact: Last season's Greek League championship game between Olympiacos and Panathinaikos was finished in Olympiacos' empty arena. With the home team trailing big late in the game, home fans shot off flares and fireworks, prompting riot police to be called in. Once order was restored, the game finished minus fans. 9. The Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) Another league on the rise, the German first division arguably is the most professionally run in all of Europe. The German league boasts a high number of foreign players per team (unfortunately to the detriment of local talent, at times), excellent fan support relative to arena size, salaries that are paid on time (a big deal), quality coaching and many of the clubs playing in multiple leagues besides the BBL. A number of BBL stars, such as Dennis Schroder and Paul Zipser, have moved on to the NBA, but the country has a healthy crop of homegrown young players now playing domestically. Predicted Regular Season Champion: FC Bayern Munich Fast Fact: The coach of Bayern Munich, Aleksandar "Sasha" Djordjevic, is the current Serbian National Team coach but is best known as one of the top players in Europe in the 1980s and '90s. He earned the "European Player of the Year" award twice and played for a short time with the Portland Trail Blazers in 1996. 10. FIBA's Basketball Champions League (BCL) In its second year of existence and launched by FIBA, this is currently the third best among Europe-wide leagues, with 32 teams from 14 countries qualifying for competition from a pool of 56 teams. FIBA's flagship competition is trying to catch up to the EuroLeague and EuroCup and the competition is fierce. It has added numerous domestic league champions, albeit from smaller countries, to augment quality teams from more traditional basketball countries. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Besiktas (Turkey) Fast Fact: Former Ohio State star Aaron Craft has put medical school on hold to continue his basketball career in Europe. This season, he is playing in the French NBL as well as the FIBA Basketball Champions League. 11. Adriatic League (ABA) The Adriatic League, made up of 10 teams from six countries, is arguably the No. 1 springboard to the NBA from Europe recently. Last season, 16 of the 59 European players that opened on NBA rosters played in the Adriatic League. The most attractive aspect of this league for young players is the opportunity for playing time and the high level of coaching. And, because the majority of NBA teams have European-based scouts in the region, no league is more heavily scouted. Frankly, most of these young teams could not crack the top half of the top leagues in Europe. But, because individual player development has long been a tradition in this part of Europe, club owners use this development to often "buy low and sell high." In other words, once a young player is good enough, he can be sold to a high-level European club and the ABA club turns a profit on its investment. Predicted Regular Season Champion: KK Crvena Zvezda MTS Fast Fact: Since 2014, KK Mega Bemax has had nine players in the NBA draft, including burgeoning Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic. 12. Australia's National Basketball League (NBL) The best proof of the fast rise of Australian basketball is the recent exhibition game in which Melbourne United lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 86-85. New ownership has seen a surge in money in the league with a new lucrative TV deal and flood of new corporate sponsors. A shortened season (only seven months), no language barrier, first-class professionalism and the addition of a third foreign player per club made Australia a more desirable place for many former college players and fringe NBA players. Not dissimilar to the Australian National Team with a healthy mix of NBA players and NBL stars, this league is very much on the rise. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Perth Wildcats Fast Fact: Former Kansas star Perry Ellis is in his first season in the NBL, playing for the Sydney Kings. He dropped 19 points on the Utah Jazz in an October exhibition game in Salt Lake City. 13. Israeli Basketball Premier League While the money in Israel is relatively low outside of the two traditional power clubs, Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem, no league in the world is able to garner so many players for salaries often well beneath their market value. This is largely because Israel is an exceptionally desirable place to live for the majority of Americans and foreign players. Money is always paid on time, players are treated well by both the clubs and fans, and the quality of life in Israel is very good. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Maccabi Tel Aviv Fast Fact: Once the dominant team in Israel and one of the best teams in Europe, Maccabi Tel Aviv had fallen off in recent seasons. But the roster is restocked with players, including former Baylor star Pierre Jackson, former Ohio State Buckeye Deshaun Thomas, and two-time NBA Champion Norris Cole, who spent most of his four seasons in the NBA with the Miami Heat. 14. Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Although China has more than 400 million basketball fans and the Chinese Basketball Association has attracted numerous well-known NBA players and Europeans stars on occasion, the level of play in the league is not what many basketball fans would think. Fringe and former NBA players are attracted by the relatively big money and short season compared to European basketball. Unfortunately, the league can too often resemble a glorified game of "hero ball" with the international players taking the largest percentage of shots at the expense of the development of the local Chinese players. Predicted Regular Season Champion: Guangdong Southern Tigers
1010	dbpedia	3	44	https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/89559	en	Biomaterials for Regeneration of the Dentin-Pulp Complex	https://cdnintech.com/bo…26/web-cover.jpg	https://cdnintech.com/bo…26/web-cover.jpg	[ "https://cdnintech.com/web/frontend/www/assets/45.89/svg/logo.svg", "https://cdnintech.com/web/frontend/www/assets/45.89/journals/OpenAccessLock.svg", "https://cdnintech.com/web/frontend/www/assets/45.89/series/icons/ic-share.svg", "https://cdnintech.com/web/frontend/www/assets/45.89/series/icons/ic-copy.svg"...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Cristian Danilo Urgiles Urgiles", "Cristina Estefania Urgiles Esquivel *", "Maria Isabel Bravo", "Fernanda Gonzalez", "Daniela San Martin", "Cristina Estefania Urgiles Esquivel" ]	2024-06-19T00:00:00	Biomaterials or bioactive materials interact with the surrounding environment, stimulating growth and promoting the regeneration of damaged or lost dental tissues. They can be natural, derived from animal or plant tissues, synthetic like bioceramics, or a combination of both. Natural biomaterials include substances from animal or plant tissues like dentin, bone, and collagen, while synthetic ones include materials like bioceramics, bioactive glass, and polymers. These materials are used in various dental treatments such as direct pulp capping, indirect pulp capping, partial and total pulpotomy, and pulp regeneration. This method aims to promote pulp healing and the formation of a mineralized tissue barrier, avoiding more invasive and extensive treatments. The formation of mineralized tissue is considered a favorable response of the exposed pulp tissue, showing its ability to recover. Different biomaterials, their mechanisms of action, clinical indications, applications, and future perspectives will be described in this chapter.	en	/apple-touch-icon.png		https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/89559	2.2.1 Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) It is a biomaterial derived from Portland cement, its main components consist of tricalcium silicate, dicalcium silicate, and tricalcium aluminate, supplemented with bismuth oxide to improve radiopacity [23]. Initially developed for apical perforation repair procedures, it is currently a versatile material with bioactive properties that have expanded its use to regenerative dentistry due to its ability to form a dentin barrier, stimulate the formation of hard tissues, and exhibit low cellular toxicity [24, 25, 26]. This material presents the following beneficial properties for pulp repair: Exceptional biocompatibility when applied to the pulp wound Sealing capacity that facilitates excellent cell/material adhesion Low solubility Prevents bacterial infiltration Stimulation of mineralized matrix formation [24]. Mechanism of action: It exhibits physicochemical properties due to the release of calcium ions and the alkalinity of the material, inducing the formation of reparative dentin by attracting and activating cells responsible for the formation of hard tissues, thus contributing to the development of a matrix and the mineralization process [27, 28]. It triggers the migration of progenitor cells (specifically fibroblasts) from the central pulp to the site of exposure. This process helps improve their replication and specialization into odontoblast-like cells while avoiding the induction of apoptosis in pulp cells [27]. MTA initiates a time-dependent pro-inflammatory environment that facilitates wound regeneration through positive regulation of cytokines. Positive regulation of cytokines is responsible for stimulating biomineralization, achieved by the production of collagen fibrils or apatite-like groups at the interface between dentin and MTA. The release of calcium ions by MTA induces antibacterial effects and promotes mineralization in the area beneath the exposed pulp, potentially preserving pulp vitality. When used in conjunction with a sealed restoration, MTA prevents bacterial leakage and may help preserve pulp tissue, facilitate healing, and maintain pulp vitality [29, 30]. The primary calcium ion released by MTA participates in a reaction with phosphates present in tissue fluid, resulting in hydroxyapatite formation. This process makes the material biocompatible and capable of ensuring sufficient sealing [31, 32]. Advantages: The inflammatory response triggered by MTA is transient and less severe compared to that induced by CH [33]. It has the ability to decrease levels of inflammation, hyperemia, and pulpal necrosis, while also being able to dissolve the bioactive proteins involved in the tooth repair process [28]. Disadvantages: Extended setting time, which can be several hours. Difficult material manipulation. Discoloration, currently countered with new presentations (MTA WHITE). High cost [17, 26, 34]. Clinical application of MTA in pulp-dentin regeneration: Pulpotomy and partial pulpotomy Apexification and periapical Surgery: Used to promote apical formation and closure in cases of open apices or periapical lesions. Retroapical filling and endodontic surgery: Preferred material for retrograde filling in endodontic surgery [35]. Direct pulp capping in situations of pulp exposure, for its ability to promote reactive dentin formation [36]. Efficiency Efficiency in apexification, with positive results in root apex regeneration [37]. Recent research studies have presented findings indicating that MTA demonstrates a higher rate of clinical success, induces a lower degree of pulpal inflammatory response, and facilitates the formation of mineralized tissue barriers compared to CH in DPC [38, 39, 40]. A comprehensive study involving 49 teeth with carious pulp exposure in 37 patients, where MTA was used, revealed an overall success rate of 97.96% after a span of 9 years [31]. The authors of this study claimed that MTA, when used in a two-visit treatment protocol, shows potential as a pulp capping material for direct exposures in permanent teeth [31]. In another study covering 122 teeth with caries and mechanical exposure in 108 patients, both MTA and CH were used for capping. The overall success rate of MTA for carious and mechanical exposure was 80% and 70%, respectively, while for CH it was 62% and 50%, respectively, after a duration of 1 to 6.6 years. The study concluded that after DPC, MTA appears to be more effective than CH in maintaining long-term pulpal vitality [41]. A recent study conducted on 229 teeth with mechanical and carious exposure in 205 patients, using MTA and CH, revealed an overall success rate of 80% and 84% for MTA in cases of mechanical and carious exposure, respectively, while for CH, it was 57% and 70%, respectively, after a duration of 2 to 10 and 25 year. The findings of this study suggested that when used as a DPC agent, MTA provides better long-term results compared to CH, and immediate placement of a permanent restoration after DPC was recommended. Within the parameters of these studies, MTA appears to be a suitable substitute for CH in DPC [11]. Therefore, it can be stated that MTA has been established as a suitable protective agent and a reliable treatment option for exposed pulp, with a certain degree of predictability in DPC [5]. 2.2.2 Biodentine – dentin substitute Biodentine, a biomaterial developed by Septodont in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France [26], has emerged as a prominent choice for dentin-pulp complex regeneration. It is a mixture of powder and liquid components containing tricalcium silicate, tricalcium aluminate, calcium carbonate, and water, demonstrating notable bioactive characteristics by releasing calcium and silicate ions [41]. Unlike other materials, it does not contain inorganic compounds such as calcium aluminate, calcium sulfate, or bismuth oxide [26, 42]. The documented efficacy of Biodentine in the dentin-pulp complex for mechanically exposed pulps is comparable to that of MTA [32]. Advantages: It has better mechanical properties. Improved color stability. Simpler application process. Faster initial setting time compared to MTA [4, 39, 43, 44, 45]. Disadvantages: It has limitations in terms of radiopacity and achieving the desired or optimized consistency. Controlled release and regeneration of ions with Biodentine may not meet all clinical needs. Despite its limitations, Biodentine remains a valuable option in dentistry for a variety of procedures, thanks to its bioactive properties and its ability to promote dentin-pulp tissue regeneration. Controlled release of ions by Biodentine promotes mineralization and hard tissue formation, favoring dentin-pulp regeneration, emphasizing Biodentine’s ability to induce reparative dentin formation and its excellent biocompatibility. Biodentine has been found to release significantly higher amounts of calcium compared to CH cement and MTA [46, 47, 48, 49]. An increase in the amount of released calcium indicates a simultaneous increase in hydroxyl ions. The antibacterial properties of Biodentine are attributed to its high pH, achieved through the action of hydroxyl ions on the surrounding tissue [19]. Due to the elevated pH, a thin layer of coagulative necrosis forms between the vital pulp tissue and the pulp capping material [50]. This necrotic zone acts as a barrier between the alkaline substance pH and the pulp cells beneath it. Additionally, a reparative dentin bridge will form adjacent to it. Furthermore, Biodentine has been observed to release silicon ions into the surrounding dentin. It is hypothesized that these silicon ions produced by Biodentine aid in the formation of dentin bridges and accelerate mineralization [42]. Studies have shown that after applying Biodentine for DPC, a complete dentin bridge forms, accompanied by a less inflammatory pulpal response and well-arranged layers of odontoblasts and odontoblast-like cells [51]. Clinical application of biodentine in dentin-pulp regeneration The clinical application of Biodentine in dentin and pulp restoration has been extensively studied. Research has compared the efficacy of Biodentine as a direct DPC material with that of MTA. In a 6-month evaluation, 24 teeth with carious pulp exposure were treated with MTA or Biodentine, resulting in overall success rates of 91.7% and 83.3%, respectively. Another experiment involving 68 teeth with carious pulp exposure in 54 patients showed that after 6 months of treatment, both MTA and Biodentine exhibited overall success rates of 93.5% and 93.1%, respectively. After a duration of 12 months, the achievement rates of MTA and Biodentine were 100% and 96%, respectively. A subsequent 3-year study revealed overall success rates for MTA and Biodentine of 96% and 91.7%, respectively. These findings imply that when used as materials for dental pulp coverage in fully mature permanent teeth with carious exposure, both Biodentine and MTA demonstrate favorable and comparable success rates. However, the long-term achievement of dental pulp coverage may depend on the amount of remaining healthy dental structure and the resistance of the coronal restoration [52]. Nevertheless, further evidence from clinical trials with extended follow-up periods is needed to thoroughly evaluate the effectiveness of Biodentine in covering exposed dental pulp. Pulpotomy and partial pulpotomy: Biodentine has been shown to be effective in pulpotomies, where it is applied in the pulp chamber to preserve the vitality of the affected pulp tissue. Significant success rates have been demonstrated in pulpotomies with Biodentine, with reparative dentin formation and a favorable pulpal response. Direct pulpal sealing: In cases of direct pulp exposure during cavity preparations, Biodentine has been used for direct pulpal sealing. Its sealing capacity and compatibility with pulp tissues have been noted [6, 26]. Direct pulpal capping: In situations of indirect pulp exposure, Biodentine has been applied as a direct pulp capping material, yielding positive pulpal responses and reactive dentin formation when used as a direct capping agent [26]. The efficacy and prognosis of this therapy depend on variables such as age, type of exposure, site of exposure, and degree of pulp exposure. It is worth noting that MTA has undergone more extensive evaluation as a direct pulp capping substance compared to Biodentine. Furthermore, prevailing research on Biodentine has involved a smaller number of participants compared to MTA research [42].
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Topology Optimization of an Actively Cooled Electronics Section for Downhole Tools DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Soprani, Stefano; Klaas Haertel, Jan Hendrik; Lazarov, Boyan Stefanov 2015-01-01 Active cooling systems represent a possible solution to the electronics overheating that occurs in wireline downhole tools operating in high temperature oil and gas wells. A Peltier cooler was chosen to maintain the downhole electronics to a tolerable temperature, but its integration into the dow......Active cooling systems represent a possible solution to the electronics overheating that occurs in wireline downhole tools operating in high temperature oil and gas wells. A Peltier cooler was chosen to maintain the downhole electronics to a tolerable temperature, but its integration......, according to the topology optimization results and assembly constraints, and compared to the optimized cases.... Numerical and experimental investigation of thermoelectric cooling in down-hole measuring tools; a case study Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Rohitha Weerasinghe 2017-09-01 Full Text Available Use of Peltier cooling in down-hole seismic tooling has been restricted by the performance of such devices at elevated temperatures. Present paper analyses the performance of Peltier cooling in temperatures suited for down-hole measuring equipment using measurements, predicted manufacturer data and computational fluid dynamic analysis. Peltier performance prediction techniques is presented with measurements. Validity of the extrapolation of thermoelectric cooling performance at elevated temperatures has been tested using computational models for thermoelectric cooling device. This method has been used to model cooling characteristics of a prototype downhole tool and the computational technique used has been proven valid. Study on Dynamic Response of Downhole Tools under Perforation Impact Load Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Liu Jun 2017-01-01 Full Text Available A model of a multibody system is established to investigate the dynamic response of an oil tube-shock absorber-perforating gun system in downhole perforation-test joint operation. In the model, the oil tube and perforating gun are modeled as elastic rods and the shock absorber is modeled as single particle system with damping and a spring. Two force continuity conditions are used to simulate the interactions among the three components. The perforation impact load is determined by an experiment of underwater explosion of perforating bullets. Using the model, the effects of charge quantity of perforating bullet, the number of shock absorbers, and the length of oil tube on the dynamic response of oil tube and packer are investigated. On this basis, a basic principle of the combination design of shock absorber and oil tube is proposed to improve the mechanical state of downhole tools. The study results can provide theoretical support for the design of downhole perforation-test joint operation. Integrated hydraulic booster/tool string technology for unfreezing of stuck downhole strings in horizontal wells Science.gov (United States) Tian, Q. Z. 2017-12-01 It is common to use a jarring tool to unfreeze stuck downhole string. However, in a horizontal well, influenced by the friction caused by the deviated section, jarring effect is poor; on the other hand, the forcing point can be located in the horizontal section by a hydraulic booster and the friction can be reduced, but it is time-consuming and easy to break downhole string using a large-tonnage and constant pull force. A hydraulic booster - jar tool string has been developed for unfreezing operation in horizontal wells. The technical solution involves three elements: a two-stage parallel spring cylinder structure for increasing the energy storage capacity of spring accelerators; multiple groups of spring accelerators connected in series to increase the working stroke; a hydraulic booster intensifying jarring force. The integrated unfreezing tool string based on these three elements can effectively overcome the friction caused by a deviated borehole, and thus unfreeze a stuck string with the interaction of the hydraulic booster and the mechanical jar which form an alternatively dynamic load. Experimental results show that the jarring performance parameters of the hydraulic booster-jar unfreezing tool string for the horizontal wells are in accordance with original design requirements. Then field technical parameters were developed based on numerical simulation and experimental data. Field application shows that the hydraulic booster-jar unfreezing tool string is effective to free stuck downhole tools in a horizontal well, and it reduces hook load by 80% and lessens the requirement of workover equipment. This provides a new technology to unfreeze stuck downhole string in a horizontal well. Ruggedized downhole tool for real-time measurements and uses thereof Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Hess, Ryan Falcone; Lindblom, Scott C.; Yelton, William G.; Limmer, Steven J.; Boyle, Timothy J.; Cieslewski, Grzegorz 2018-01-09 The present invention relates to ruggedized downhole tools and sensors, as well as uses thereof. In particular, these tools can operate under extreme conditions and, therefore, allow for real-time measurements in geothermal reservoirs or other potentially harsh environments. One exemplary sensor includes a ruggedized ion selective electrode (ISE) for detecting tracer concentrations in real-time. In one embodiment, the ISE includes a solid, non-conductive potting material and an ion selective material, which are disposed in a temperature-resistant electrode body. Other electrode configurations, tools, and methods are also described. An Overview of Downhole Imaging Tools Science.gov (United States) Luthi, S. M. In this presentation we give an overview of downhole imaging tools that can be used to image the borehole wall and its vicinity with a variety of physical methods. Among these are ultrasonic scans with a rotating transducer that performs a pulse-echo mea- surement in rapid succession. This gives a transit time and a reflected amplitude image of the borehole wall. Electrical imaging is done with a whole family of measurements that operate mostly in the low AC range. All of them feature a number of electrodes that is inversely proportional to the desired resolution and depth of investigation. They image layering, fracturing and other heterogeneities in the rocks traversed by the bore- hole. Some of these images can be recorded and transmitted to the surface in real-time while the well is being drilled. Imaging using nuclear methods is also possible, for ex- ample for the natural radioactivity, density, or neutron porosity of the rock. However, these devices have generally low spatial resolutions. Finally, optical imaging is pos- sible in translucent and slightly opaque muds with a downhole video camera. Recent developments have resulted in a device that can withstand high pressures and temper- atures and that transmits live video images to the surface in real-time. This method has the highest resolution but is of limited applicability in the oil industry where gener- ally opaque muds are used. These images can be successfully used to determined the structural and intrinsic properties of rock traversed by a borehole. High power laser downhole cutting tools and systems Science.gov (United States) Zediker, Mark S; Rinzler, Charles C; Faircloth, Brian O; Koblick, Yeshaya; Moxley, Joel F 2015-01-20 Downhole cutting systems, devices and methods for utilizing 10 kW or more laser energy transmitted deep into the earth with the suppression of associated nonlinear phenomena. Systems and devices for the laser cutting operations within a borehole in the earth. These systems and devices can deliver high power laser energy down a deep borehole, while maintaining the high power to perform cutting operations in such boreholes deep within the earth. Passive thermal management system for downhole electronics in harsh thermal environments International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Shang, Bofeng; Ma, Yupu; Hu, Run; Yuan, Chao; Hu, Jinyan; Luo, Xiaobing 2017-01-01 Highlights: â¢ A passive thermal management system is proposed for downhole electronics. â¢ Electronics temperature can be maintained within 125 Â°C for six-hour operating time. â¢ The result shows potential application for the logging tool in oil and gas industry. - Abstract: The performance and reliability of downhole electronics will degrade in high temperature environments. Various active cooling techniques have been proposed for thermal management of such systems. However, these techniques require additional power input, cooling liquids and other moving components which complicate the system. This study presents a passive Thermal Management System (TMS) for downhole electronics. The TMS includes a vacuum flask, Phase Change Material (PCM) and heat pipes. The thermal characteristics of the TMS is evaluated experimentally. The results show that the system maintains equipment temperatures below 125 Â°C for a six-hour operating period in a 200 Â°C downhole environment, which will effectively protect the downhole electronics. DOWNHOLE POWER GENERATION AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FOR INTELLIGENT COMPLETIONS APPLICATIONS Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Paul Tubel 2004-02-01 The development work during this quarter was focused in the assembly of the downhole power generator hardware and its electronics module. The quarter was also spent in the development of the surface system electronics and software to extract the acoustic data transmitted from downhole to the surface from the noise generated by hydrocarbon flow in wells and to amplify very small acoustic signals to increase the distance between the downhole tool and the surface receiver. The tasks accomplished during this report period were: (1) Assembly of the downhole power generator mandrel for generation of electrical power due to flow in the wellbore. (2) Test the piezoelectric wafers to assure that they are performing properly prior to integrating them to the mechanical power generator mandrel. (3) Coat the power generator wafers to prevent water from shorting the power generator wafers. (4) Test of the power generator using a water tower and an electric pump to create a water flow loop. (5) Test the power harvesting electronics module. (6) Upgrade the signal condition and amplification from downhole into the surface system. (7) Upgrade the surface processing system capability to process data faster. (8) Create a new filtering technique to extract the signal from noise after the data from downhole is received at the surface system. Challenges in Downhole Multiphase Measurements Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Aspelund, A.; Midttveit, Oe.; Richards, A. 1996-12-31 Permanent downhole multi-phase monitoring (DMM) can have several advantages in field development, such as increased flexibility in the development of multi-lateral and horizontal wells, optimisation of artificial lift systems and monitoring of multi-layered wells. This paper gives an overview of existing permanent downhole measurement systems and a status of topside and subsea multi-phase flow meters (MFM). The main focus is on the challenges in downhole multi-phase measurements. Topics to be taken into consideration for realization of a downhole multi-phase meter are discussed, such as actual flow conditions occurring at the point of measurement, which quantities that need to be measured, sensor principles, data processing needs and signal transmission capability. 9 refs., 9 figs. Downhole interferometric illumination diagnosis and balancing OpenAIRE Van der Neut, J. 2012-01-01 With seismic interferometry or the virtual source method, controlled sources can be redatumed from the Earthâs surface to generate so-called virtual sources at downhole receiver locations. Generally this is done by crosscorrelation of the recorded down-hole data and stacking over source locations. By studying the retrieved data at zero time lag, downhole illumination conditions that determine the virtual source radi- ation pattern can be analyzed without a velocity model. This can be benefici... Downhole multiphase metering in wells by means of soft-sensing NARCIS (Netherlands) Leskens, M.; Kruif, B. de; Belfroid, S.P.C.; Smeulers, J.P.M.; Gryzlov, A. 2008-01-01 Multiphase flow meters are indispensable tools for achieving optimal operation and control of wells as these meters deliver real-time information about their performance. For example, multiphase flow meters located downhole can improve the production of multilateral and multizone wells by timely Downhole dehydration - status report and implementation study; Downhole Dehydration - Statusbericht und Umsetzungsstudie Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Jacobs, D.; Schmidt, D. [BEB Erdgas und Erdoel GmbH, Hannover (Germany) 1998-12-31 Downhole dehydration, i.e. in-situ separation of water and oil, is an interesting new technology. The contribution describes the technology and the results of a field experiment. (orig.) [Deutsch] Die Tail-End Foerderphase in der deutschen Erdoelproduktion, welche durch hohe Wasserhebekosten gekennzeichnet ist, erfordert zur Aufrechterhaltung der Wirtschaftlichkeit neue Gedankenansaetze. Ein aus wirtschaftlicher und technischer Sicht reizvoller Optimierungsgedanke ist die untertaegige Wasser/Oel Separation, auch Downhole Dehydration genannt. Unter Downhole Dehydration (DHD) versteht man also die untertaegige (teilweise) Separation des Lagerstaettenwassers vom Nassoel, kurz nachdem das Gemisch untertaegig in das Bohrloch eingetreten ist. Dabei wird das abgetrennte Lagerstaettenwasser untertage in einen geeigneten Horizont unmittelbar wieder injiziert und das Oel (wie bei der konventionellen Foerderung) zutage gepumpt, mit dem Ziel der Nutzung der daraus resultierenden Kosten- und Investitionsersparnis. Ziel dieses Vortrages ist es, einen kurzen Einblick in die erstmalig in Europa angewandte Technik zu geben und von den Erfahrungen des praktizierten Feldversuches zu berichten. (orig.) Downhole Fluid Analyzer Development Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Bill Turner 2006-11-28 A novel fiber optic downhole fluid analyzer has been developed for operation in production wells. This device will allow real-time determination of the oil, gas and water fractions of fluids from different zones in a multizone or multilateral completion environment. The device uses near infrared spectroscopy and induced fluorescence measurement to unambiguously determine the oil, water and gas concentrations at all but the highest water cuts. The only downhole components of the system are the fiber optic cable and windows. All of the active components--light sources, sensors, detection electronics and software--will be located at the surface, and will be able to operate multiple downhole probes. Laboratory testing has demonstrated that the sensor can accurately determine oil, water and gas fractions with a less than 5 percent standard error. Once installed in an intelligent completion, this sensor will give the operating company timely information about the fluids arising from various zones or multilaterals in a complex completion pattern, allowing informed decisions to be made on controlling production. The research and development tasks are discussed along with a market analysis. Downhole pressure sensor Science.gov (United States) Berdahl, C. M. 1980-01-01 Sensor remains accurate in spite of varying temperatures. Very accurate, sensitive, and stable downhole pressure measurements are needed for vaiety of reservoir engineering applications, such as deep petroleum reservoirs, especially gas reservoirs, and in areas of high geothermal gradient. Development and Application of the Downhole Drilling String Shock-Absorption and Hydraulic Supercharging Device Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Yongwang Liu 2016-01-01 Full Text Available It is a hot topic for deep/ultradeep wells to improve rock-breaking efficiency and drilling speed by available downhole energy. Based on different downhole energies and working conditions, specialized plunger pump is proposed to convert longitudinal vibration of drilling string into rock-breaking energy. Technical design is developed to generate high-pressure water jet. And then a simulation model is built to verify feasibility of the technical design. Through simulation, the influence law of key factors is obtained. On this basis, this device is tested in several wells. The result indicates this device can increase drilling speed as much as 136%. Meanwhile the harmful vibration can be absorbed. The energy from drilling string vibration is of high frequency and increases as well depth and formation anisotropy increase. By reducing adverse vibration, this device is able to increase the drilling speed and the service life also meets the demand of field application. The longest working time lasts for more than 130 hours. The performance of this device demonstrates great application prospect in deep/ultradeep resources exploration. To provide more equipment support for deep/ultradeep wells, more effort should be put into fundamental study on downhole drill string vibration and related equipment. Holy grail: Pioneering acoustic telemetry technology set to revolutionize downhole communication Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Greenaway, R. 2003-12-01 Acoustic telemetry, a faster and more efficient downhole-to-surface-communication technology, is the latest development in downhole communication systems. The system has been developed by Extreme Engineering Limited of Calgary, led by Derek Logan, founder and one-time senior vice-president of Ryan Energy Technologies that developed the original measurement -while-drilling (MWD) and logging-while-drilling )LWD) tools. The company predicts that acoustic telemetry will cause a massive transformation of the drilling industry in Western Canada once the technology is commercialized. Conventional MWD techniques, based on mud-pulse technology, have been industry standard since the 1970s, but mud-pulse technology is now considered extremely slow. In the 1980s industry came up electromagnetic telemetry, as an alternative to mud-pulse. Today, the need to transmit ever more data, the need for a faster communications system and greater wellbore control, has become even more pressing. Logan believes that acoustic technology is the answer. It is not only capable of transmitting data 20 to 30 times faster than mud-pulse telemetries, it can also communicate massive amounts of data. It can be used in drilling, completion production, drillstem testing, frac monitoring and any other wellbore process requiring wireless real-time telemetry. Acoustic telemetry is also the only wireless system that can perform MWD and LWD in offshore underbalanced drilling. Notwithstanding its great promise, Extreme Engineering Limited had considerable difficulty raising funds for developing and commercializing XAcT (the trade name for acoustic telemetry). Prospects are reported to have been substantially improved by recent infusion of funds by the federal Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) , and XAcT's recognition by R and D Magazine with one of the R and D 100 awards for 2003. 3 figs. Downhole seismic monitoring with Virtual Sources Science.gov (United States) Bakulin, A.; Calvert, R. 2005-12-01 sources and receivers (e.g. in-situ 4D seismic), but for now VSM may be the most economical alternative. By performing data-driven redatuming with measured Green's functions, these data can be recast into complete downhole dataset with buried Virtual Sources located at each downhole geophone. This step can be effectively thought of as a time reversal and it's remarkable feature is that velocity model between sources and receivers is not required to perform it. We will show various applications of the VSM method to several synthetic and real time-lapse datasets to illustrate the following advantages: 1) ability of VSM to eliminate overburden distortions without knowing velocity model between surface sources and downhole receivers, 2) greater quality of Virtual Sources in strongly scattering environment, 3) beneficial downward only radiation pattern on the Virtual Sources, 4) ability to correct non-repeatability caused by slight changes in acquisition geometry and temporal changes in the near surface, 5) ability to create P-wave Virtual Sources without shear radiation and S-sources without P-waves. Versatility of VSM to handle 1D, 2D and 3D situations and its ability to handle overburdens of any complexity makes it an indispensable tool for the active geophysical monitoring in a challenging geological environments. Although examples presented all come from an oilfield, it is straightforward to envision analogous applications in many other fields ranging from global geophysics to monitoring man-made structures. Development and validation of the downhole freestanding shear device (DFSD) for measuring the dynamic properties of clay. Science.gov (United States) 2008-12-01 The Downhole Freestanding Shear Device (DFSD) is an innovative tool developed for in situ measurement of dynamic : properties (modulus and damping) of clay soils over a broad range of strains. The device essentially performs : laboratory-quality tors... First results from the in-situ temperature measurements by the newly developed downhole tool during the drilling cruise in the hydrothermal fields of the mid-Okinawa Trough Science.gov (United States) Kitada, K.; Wu, H. Y.; Miyazaki, J.; Akiyama, K.; Nozaki, T.; Ishibashi, J. I.; Kumagai, H.; Maeda, L. 2016-12-01 The Okinawa trough is an active backarc basin behind the Ryukyu subduction zone and exhibits active rifting associated with extension of the continental margin. The temperature measurement in this area is essential for understanding hydrothermal system and hydraulic structure. During the CK16-01 cruise this March, we have conducted the in-situ temperature measurements by the newly developed downhole tool, TRDT (Thermo-Resistant Downhole Thermometer) in hydrothermal fields of the mid-Okinawa Trough. The purpose of this measurement is to investigate the in-situ temperature structure in deep-hot zones and its variation after coring and/or drilling. TRDT was designed by JAMSTEC as a memory downhole tool to measure in-situ borehole temperature under the extreme high temperature environment. First trial was conducted in the CK14-04 cruise by the free fall deployment to reduce the operation time. However, there was no temperature data recorded due to the strong vibration during the operation. After CK14-04 cruise, TRDT was modified to improve the function against vibration and shock. The improved TRDT passed the high temperature, vibration and shock tests to ensure the data acquisition of borehole logging. During the CK16-01 cruise, we have first successfully collected the in-situ temperature data from hydrothermal borehole in the Iheya North Knoll with wireline system. The temperature at depth of 187mbsf continued to increase almost linearly from 220 to 245Â°C during the 20 minute measurements time. This suggests that the inside borehole was cooled down by pumping seawater through drill pipes during the coring and lowering down the TRDT tool to the bottom hole. The in-situ temperature were extrapolated with exponential curve using nonlinear least squares fitting and the estimated equilibrium temperature was 278Â°C. To recover the in-situ temperature more precisely, the measurement time should kept as long as possible by considering the temperature rating. The operational Detailed evaluation of gas hydrate reservoir properties using JAPEX/JNOC/GSC Mallik 2L-38 gas hydrate research well downhole well-log displays Science.gov (United States) Collett, T.S. 1999-01-01 The JAPEX/JNOC/GSC Mallik 2L-38 gas hydrate research well project was designed to investigate the occurrence of in situ natural gas hydrate in the Mallik area of the Mackenzie Delta of Canada. Because gas hydrate is unstable at surface pressure and temperature conditions, a major emphasis was placed on the downhole logging program to determine the in situ physical properties of the gas-hydrate-bearing sediments. Downhole logging tool strings deployed in the Mallik 2L-38 well included the Schlumberger Platform Express with a high resolution laterolog, Array Induction Imager Tool, Dipole Shear Sonic Imager, and a Fullbore Formation Microlmager. The downhole log data obtained from the log- and core-inferred gas-hydrate-bearing sedimentary interval (897.25-1109.5 m log depth) in the Mallik 2L-38 well is depicted in a series of well displays. Also shown are numerous reservoir parameters, including gas hydrate saturation and sediment porosity log traces, calculated from available downhole well-log and core data. The gas hydrate accumulation delineated by the Mallik 2L-38 well has been determined to contain as much as 4.15109 m3 of gas in the 1 km2 area surrounding the drill site. Early Detection and Localization of Downhole Incidents in Managed Pressure Drilling DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Willersrud, Anders; Imsland, Lars; Blanke, Mogens 2015-01-01 Downhole incidents such as kick, lost circulation, pack-off, and hole cleaning issues are important contributors to downtime in drilling. In managed pressure drilling (MPD), operations margins are typically narrower, implying more frequent incidents and more severe consequences. Detection...... and handling of symptoms of downhole drilling contingencies at an early stage are therefore crucial for the reliability and safety of MPD operations. In this paper we describe a method for early detection and localization of such incidents, based on a fit for purpose model of the downhole pressure hydraulics...... successfully been tested on experimental data from a medium-scale horizontal flow loop in Sta- vanger, Norway. The flow loop represents a 700 m borehole with emulation of the following downhole contingencies: drillstring washout, drill bit nozzle plugging, gas influx and fluid loss. In the tests... Design and testing of a heat transfer sensor for well exploration tools DEFF Research Database (Denmark) Soprani, Stefano; Just NÃ¸rgaard, Anders; Nesgaard, Carsten 2018-01-01 The exploration of oil, gas, and geothermal wells is moving towards increasingly harsher downhole environments, requiring more and more advanced drilling and intervention tools. The high downhole temperatures threaten the correct functionality of intervention equipment and of standard downhole... DOWNHOLE POWER GENERATION AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FOR INTELLIGENT COMPLETIONS APPLICATIONS Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Paul Tubel 2003-10-14 The fourth quarter of the project was dedicated to the manufacturing of the mechanical system for wireless communications and the power generation module and inspection pre assembly of the mechanical components. Another emphasis for the quarter was the development of filter control and signal detection software. The tasks accomplished during this report period were: (1) Dimensional issues were resolved and revised drawings for manufacturing of the wireless communications gauge and power generator were completed and sent to a machine shop for manufacturing. (2) Finalized the requirements and fittings and connections for testing the tool in the Halliburton flow loop. (3) The new acoustic generator was manufactured successfully and it was delivered during this quarter. The assembly will be outsourced for plastic coating in preparation for hostile environment use. (4) The acoustic two-way communications development continued to progress. The real time firmware for the surface system was developed and the processor was able to detect and process the data frame transmitted from downhole. The analog section of the tool was also developed and it is being tested for filtering capabilities and signal detection and amplification. (5) The new transformer to drive the acoustic generator assembly was manufactured and was successfully tested. Spring mandrel design showed increased acoustic output on the pipe and was implemented. (6) PCBA board carrier with board set was tested for function and fit and is 100% complete. (7) Filter control software is complete and software to allow modification of communication parameters dynamically is 50% complete. (8) All mechanical parts to assemble the wireless gauge and power generator have been received and verified to be within specification. (9) Acoustic generator has been assembled in the tool mandrel and tested successfully. (10) The circuit required to harvest the power generated downhole has been designed and the power generator Design of a Novel Electro-hydraulic Drive Downhole Tractor Science.gov (United States) Fang, Delei; Shang, Jianzhong; Yang, Junhong; Wang, Zhuo; Wu, Wei 2018-02-01 In order to improve the traction ability and the work efficiency of downhole tractor in oil field, a novel electro-hydraulic drive downhole tractor was designed. The tractorâs supporting mechanism and moving mechanism were analyzed based on the tractor mechanical structure. Through the introduction of hydraulic system, the hydraulic drive mechanism and the implementation process were researched. Based on software, analysis of tractor hydraulic drive characteristic and movement performance were simulated, which provide theoretical basis for the development of tractor prototype. ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY WITH DOWNHOLE VIBRATION STIMULATION IN OSAGE COUNTY OKLAHOMA Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Robert Westermark; J. Ford Brett 2003-11-01 This Final Report covers the entire project from July 13, 2000 to June 30, 2003. The report summarizes the details of the work done on the project entitled ''Enhanced Oil Recovery with Downhole Vibration Stimulation in Osage County Oklahoma'' under DOE Contract Number DE-FG26-00BC15191. The project was divided into nine separate tasks. This report is written in an effort to document the lessons learned during the completion of each task. Therefore each task will be discussed as the work evolved for that task throughout the duration of the project. Most of the tasks are being worked on simultaneously, but certain tasks were dependent on earlier tasks being completed. During the three years of project activities, twelve quarterly technical reports were submitted for the project. Many individual topic and task specific reports were included as appendices in the quarterly reports. Ten of these reports have been included as appendices to this final report. Two technical papers, which were written and accepted by the Society of Petroleum Engineers, have also been included as appendices. The three primary goals of the project were to build a downhole vibration tool (DHVT) to be installed in seven inch casing, conduct a field test of vibration stimulation in a mature waterflooded field and evaluate the effects of the vibration on both the produced fluid characteristics and injection well performance. The field test results are as follows: In Phase I of the field test the DHVT performed exceeding well, generating strong clean signals on command and as designed. During this phase Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory had installed downhole geophones and hydrophones to monitor the signal generated by the downhole vibrator. The signals recorded were strong and clear. Phase II was planned to be ninety-day reservoir stimulation field test. This portion of the field tests was abruptly ended after one week of operations, when the DHVT became stuck in the well Gamma-ray spectrometry applied to down-hole logging International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Dumesnil, P.; Umiastowsky, K. 1983-11-01 Gamma-ray spectrometry permits to improve the accuracy of natural gamma, gamma-gamma and neutron-gamma geophysical measurements. The probe developed at Centre d'Etudes Nucleaires de Saclay allows down-hole gamma-ray spectrometry. Among others, this probe can be applied to the uranium content determination by selective natural gamma method, down-hole determination of the ash content in the coal by gamma-gamma selective method and elemental analysis by neutron-gamma method. For the calibration and an exact interpretation of the measurements it is important to know the gamma-ray and neutron characteristics of the different kinds of rocks considered as probabilistic variables Air distribution system with the discharge action in the working cavity of downhole air hammer drills Science.gov (United States) Timonin, VV; Alekseev, SE; Kokoulin, DI; Kubanychbek, B. 2018-03-01 It is proposed to carry out pre-mine methane drainage using underground degassing holes made by downhole air hammer drills. The features of downhole air drills are described. The downhole air drill layout with the simple-shape striking part is presented with its pluses and minuses. The researchers point at available options to eliminate the shortcomings. The improved layout of the downhole air hammer drill is suggested. The paper ends with the test data on the prototype air hammer drill, its characteristics and trial drilling results. Detection of gas hydrate with downhole logs and assessment of gas hydrate concentrations (saturations) and gas volumes on the Blake Ridge with electrical resistivity log data Science.gov (United States) Collett, T.S.; Ladd, J. 2000-01-01 Let 164 of the Ocean Drilling Program was designed to investigate the occurrence of gas hydrate in the sedimentary section beneath the Blake Ridge on the southeastern continental margin of North America. Site 994, and 997 were drilled on the Blake Ridge to refine our understanding of the in situ characteristics of natural gas hydrate. Because gas hydrate is unstable at surface pressure and temperature conditions, a major emphasis was placed on the downhole logging program to determine the in situ physical properties of the gas hydrate-bearing sediments. Downhole logging tool strings deployed on Leg 164 included the Schlumberger quad-combination tool (NGT, LSS/SDT, DIT, CNT-G, HLDT), the Formation MicroScanner (FMS), and the Geochemical Combination Tool (GST). Electrical resistivity (DIT) and acoustic transit-time (LSS/SDT) downhole logs from Sites 994, 995, and 997 indicate the presence of gas hydrate in the depth interval between 185 and 450 mbsf on the Blake Ridge. Electrical resistivity log calculations suggest that the gas hydrate-bearing sedimentary section on the Blake Ridge may contain between 2 and 11 percent bulk volume (vol%) gas hydrate. We have determined that the log-inferred gas hydrates and underlying free-gas accumulations on the Blake Ridge may contain as much as 57 trillion m3 of gas. Tuning Fork Oscillators as Downhole Viscometers in Oilfield Applications Science.gov (United States) Gonzalez, Miguel; Bernero, Greg; Alvarez, Oliverio; Ham, Gregory; Max, Deffenbaugh; Sensors Development Team 2015-03-01 The commerciality of oil wells is greatly influenced by the physical properties of the fluids being produced. A key parameter in determining how producible the hydrocarbons are is their viscosity. Pressure and temperature changes in recovering a downhole sample to the surface can alter viscosity while accurate downhole measurement of this critical property remains a rudimentary effort in the industry. In this presentation we describe the challenges of measuring and quantifying the viscosity of reservoir fluids in situ at downhole conditions, as well as present an overview of some of the different measurement techniques currently used. Additionally, we show our characterization of a piezoelectric tuning fork oscillator used as a viscosity sensor. In an attempt to recreate the environment found in oil wells, its mechanical and electrical properties were studied while the device was immersed in different fluids and, separately, under different conditions of pressure and temperature. This device is a first step toward the development of an inexpensive, integrated, and miniaturized sensing platform for the in situ characterization of reservoir fluids. Nuclear Tools For Oilfield Logging-While-Drilling Applications International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Reijonen, Jani 2011-01-01 Schlumberger is an international oilfield service company with nearly 80,000 employees of 140 nationalities, operating globally in 80 countries. As a market leader in oilfield services, Schlumberger has developed a suite of technologies to assess the downhole environment, including, among others, electromagnetic, seismic, chemical, and nuclear measurements. In the past 10 years there has been a radical shift in the oilfield service industry from traditional wireline measurements to logging-while-drilling (LWD) analysis. For LWD measurements, the analysis is performed and the instruments are operated while the borehole is being drilled. The high temperature, high shock, and extreme vibration environment of LWD imposes stringent requirements for the devices used in these applications. This has a significant impact on the design of the components and subcomponents of a downhole tool. Another significant change in the past few years for nuclear-based oilwell logging tools is the desire to replace the sealed radioisotope sources with active, electronic ones. These active radiation sources provide great benefits compared to the isotopic sources, ranging from handling and safety to nonproliferation and well contamination issues. The challenge is to develop electronic generators that have a high degree of reliability for the entire lifetime of a downhole tool. LWD tool testing and operations are highlighted with particular emphasis on electronic radiation sources and nuclear detectors for the downhole environment. Downhole transmission system comprising a coaxial capacitor Science.gov (United States) Hall, David R [Provo, UT; Pixton, David S [Lehi, UT; Johnson, Monte L [Orem, UT; Bartholomew, David B [Springville, UT; Hall, Jr., H. Tracy; Rawle, Michael [Springville, UT 2011-05-24 A transmission system in a downhole component comprises a plurality of data transmission elements. A coaxial cable having an inner conductor and an outer conductor is disposed within a passage in the downhole component such that at least one capacitor is disposed in the passage and having a first terminal coupled to the inner conductor and a second terminal coupled to the outer conductor. Preferably the transmission element comprises an electrically conducting coil. Preferably, within the passage a connector is adapted to electrically connect the inner conductor of the coaxial cable and the lead wire. The coaxial capacitor may be disposed between and in electrically communication with the connector and the passage. In another embodiment a connector is adapted to electrical connect a first and a second portion of the inner conductor of the coaxial cable and a coaxial capacitor is in electrical communication with the connector and the passage. Permanent downhole seismic sensors in flowing wells NARCIS (Netherlands) Jaques, P.; Ong, H.; Jupe, A.; Brown, I.; Jansenns, M. 2003-01-01 It is generally accepted that the 'Oilfield of the Future' will incorporate distributed permanent downhole seismic sensors in flowing wells. However the effectiveness of these sensors will be limited by the extent to which seismic signals can be discriminated, or de-coupled, from flow induced 275 C Downhole Microcomputer System Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Chris Hutchens; Hooi Miin Soo 2008-08-31 An HC11 controller IC and along with serial SRAM and ROM support ICs chip set were developed to support a data acquisition and control for extreme temperature/harsh environment conditions greater than 275 C. The 68HC11 microprocessor is widely used in well logging tools for control, data acquisition, and signal processing applications and was the logical choice for a downhole controller. This extreme temperature version of the 68HC11 enables new high temperature designs and additionally allows 68HC11-based well logging tools and MWD tools to be upgraded for high temperature operation in deep gas reservoirs, The microcomputer chip consists of the microprocessor ALU, a small boot ROM, 4 kbyte data RAM, counter/timer unit, serial peripheral interface (SPI), asynchronous serial interface (SCI), and the A, B, C, and D parallel ports. The chip is code compatible with the single chip mode commercial 68HC11 except for the absence of the analog to digital converter system. To avoid mask programmed internal ROM, a boot program is used to load the microcomputer program from an external mask SPI ROM. A SPI RAM IC completes the chip set and allows data RAM to be added in 4 kbyte increments. The HC11 controller IC chip set is implemented in the Peregrine Semiconductor 0.5 micron Silicon-on-Sapphire (SOS) process using a custom high temperature cell library developed at Oklahoma State University. Yield data is presented for all, the HC11, SPI-RAM and ROM. The lessons learned in this project were extended to the successful development of two high temperature versions of the LEON3 and a companion 8 Kbyte SRAM, a 200 C version for the Navy and a 275 C version for the gas industry. 2750 C Downhole Microcomputer System International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Hutchens, Chris; Soo, Hooi Miin 2008-01-01 An HC11 controller IC and along with serial SRAM and ROM support ICs chip set were developed to support a data acquisition and control for extreme temperature/harsh environment conditions greater than 275 C. The 68HC11 microprocessor is widely used in well logging tools for control, data acquisition, and signal processing applications and was the logical choice for a downhole controller. This extreme temperature version of the 68HC11 enables new high temperature designs and additionally allows 68HC11-based well logging tools and MWD tools to be upgraded for high temperature operation in deep gas reservoirs, The microcomputer chip consists of the microprocessor ALU, a small boot ROM, 4 kbyte data RAM, counter/timer unit, serial peripheral interface (SPI), asynchronous serial interface (SCI), and the A, B, C, and D parallel ports. The chip is code compatible with the single chip mode commercial 68HC11 except for the absence of the analog to digital converter system. To avoid mask programmed internal ROM, a boot program is used to load the microcomputer program from an external mask SPI ROM. A SPI RAM IC completes the chip set and allows data RAM to be added in 4 kbyte increments. The HC11 controller IC chip set is implemented in the Peregrine Semiconductor 0.5 micron Silicon-on-Sapphire (SOS) process using a custom high temperature cell library developed at Oklahoma State University. Yield data is presented for all, the HC11, SPI-RAM and ROM. The lessons learned in this project were extended to the successful development of two high temperature versions of the LEON3 and a companion 8 Kbyte SRAM, a 200 C version for the Navy and a 275 C version for the gas industry Downhole adjustable bent assemblies International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Askew, W.E. 1992-01-01 This patent describes downhole adjustable apparatus for creating a bend angle in order to affect the inclination of a drilled borehole. It comprises an upper tubular member having an upper portion and a lower portion; lower tubular member having an upper portion and a lower portion; one of the portions being received within the other for relative rotational movement about an axis that is inclined with respect to the the longitudinal axes of the members, whereby in a first rotational position the longitudinal axes have one geometrical relationship, and in a second rotational position the longitudinal axes have a second, different geometrical relationship Is it cement to be? Downhole cement that uses zeolite additive may offer lightweight alternative Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Mahoney, J. 2001-05-01 C2C Zeolite Corporation produces zeolites from a large deposit near Cache Creek, British Columbia, and processes them for use as an additive in downhole cement well casings. Early research indicates that zeolites can significantly improve the way downhole cement is made in the oil industry. Zeolites are made up mostly of silicates of aluminum and calcium. They have a great ability to absorb water, resulting in a lighter and more fluid cement than is currently available. C2C claims that zeolites will reduce cement weight, column pressure and operator costs. The cost benefits of using lighter cement downhole includes easier moving, processing and handling of the mix. Initial research suggests that zeolites might prove to be viable alternatives to other cement lighteners such as silica fumes or flyash. Zeolite-based cement also performed reasonably well in freeze-thaw tests and showed good adhesion and no evidence of shrinkage in downhole tests. 3 figs. Comparison of shear-wave velocity measurements by crosshole, downhole and seismic cone penetration test methods Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Suthaker, N.; Tweedie, R. [Thurber Engineering Ltd., Edmonton, AB (Canada) 2009-07-01 Shear wave velocity measurements are an integral part of geotechnical studies for major structures and are an important tool in their design for site specific conditions such as site-specific earthquake response. This paper reported on a study in which shear wave velocities were measured at a proposed petrochemical plant site near Edmonton, Alberta. The proposed site is underlain by lacustrine clay, glacial till and upper Cretaceous clay shale and sandstone bedrock. The most commonly used methods for determining shear wave velocity include crosshole seismic tests, downhole seismic tests, and seismic cone penetration tests (SCPT). This paper presented the results of all 3 methods used in this study and provided a comparison of the various test methods and their limitations. The crosshole test results demonstrated a common trend of increasing shear wave velocity with depth to about 15 m, below which the velocities remained relatively constant. An anomaly was noted at one site, where the shear wave velocity was reduced at a zone corresponding to clay till containing stiff high plastic clay layers. The field study demonstrated that reasonable agreement in shear wave velocity measurements can be made using crosshole, downhole and seismic tests in the same soil conditions. The National Building Code states that the shear wave velocity is the fundamental method for determining site classification, thus emphasizing the importance of obtaining shear wave velocity measurements for site classification. It was concluded that an SCPT program can be incorporated into the field program without much increase in cost and can be supplemented by downhole or crosshole techniques. 5 refs., 2 tabs., 10 figs. Summary: High Temperature Downhole Motor Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Raymond, David W. [Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States) 2017-10-01 Directional drilling can be used to enable multi-lateral completions from a single well pad to improve well productivity and decrease environmental impact. Downhole rotation is typically developed with a motor in the Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) that develops drilling power (speed and torque) necessary to drive rock reduction mechanisms (i.e., the bit) apart from the rotation developed by the surface rig. Historically, wellbore deviation has been introduced by a âbent-sub,â located in the BHA, that introduces a small angular deviation, typically less than 3 degrees, to allow the bit to drill off-axis with orientation of the BHA controlled at the surface. The development of a high temperature downhole motor would allow reliable use of bent subs for geothermal directional drilling. Sandia National Laboratories is pursuing the development of a high temperature motor that will operate on either drilling fluid (water-based mud) or compressed air to enable drilling high temperature, high strength, fractured rock. The project consists of designing a power section based upon geothermal drilling requirements; modeling and analysis of potential solutions; and design, development and testing of prototype hardware to validate the concept. Drilling costs contribute substantially to geothermal electricity production costs. The present development will result in more reliable access to deep, hot geothermal resources and allow preferential wellbore trajectories to be achieved. This will enable development of geothermal wells with multi-lateral completions resulting in improved geothermal resource recovery, decreased environmental impact and enhanced well construction economics. Feasibility of using electrical downhole heaters in Faja heavy oil reservoirs Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Rodriguez, R.; Bashbush, J.L.; Rincon, A. [Society of Petroleum Engineers, Richardson, TX (United States)]\|[Schlumberger, Sugar Land, TX (United States) 2008-10-15 Numerical models were used to examine the effect of downhole heaters in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) processes in Venezuela's Orinoco reservoir. The downhole heaters were equipped with mineral-insulated cables that allowed alternating currents to flow between 2 conductors packed in a resistive core composed of polymers and graphite. The heaters were used in conjunction with steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) processes and also used in horizontal wells for limited amounts of time in order to accelerate production and pressure declines. The models incorporated the petrophysical and fluid characteristics of the Ayacucho area in the Faja del Orinoco. A compositional-thermal simulator was used to describe heat and fluid flow within the reservoir. A total of 8 scenarios were used to examine the electrical heaters with horizontal and vertical wells with heaters of various capacities. Results of the study were then used in an economic analysis of capitalized and operating costs. Results of the study showed that downhole heaters are an economically feasible EOR option for both vertical and horizontal wells. Use of the heaters prior to SAGD processes accelerated production and achieved higher operational efficiencies. 5 refs., 9 tabs., 15 figs. Delay Pressure Detection Method to Eliminate Pump Pressure Interference on the Downhole Mud Pressure Signals Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Yue Shen 2013-01-01 Full Text Available The feasibility of applying delay pressure detection method to eliminate mud pump pressure interference on the downhole mud pressure signals is studied. Two pressure sensors mounted on the mud pipe in some distance apart are provided to detect the downhole mud continuous pressure wave signals on the surface according to the delayed time produced by mud pressure wave transmitting between the two sensors. A mathematical model of delay pressure detection is built by analysis of transmission path between mud pump pressure interference and downhole mud pressure signals. Considering pressure signal transmission characteristics of the mud pipe, a mathematical model of ideal low-pass filter for limited frequency band signal is introduced to study the pole frequency impact on the signal reconstruction and the constraints of pressure sensor distance are obtained by pole frequencies analysis. Theoretical calculation and numerical simulation show that the method can effectively eliminate mud pump pressure interference and the downhole mud continuous pressure wave signals can be reconstructed successfully with a significant improvement in signal-to-noise ratio (SNR in the condition of satisfying the constraints of pressure sensor distance. Measurement of Streaming Potential in Downhole Application: An Insight for Enhanced Oil Recovery Monitoring Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Tengku Mohd Tengku Amran 2017-01-01 Full Text Available Downhole monitoring using streaming potential measurement has been developing in order to respond to actual reservoir condition. Most studies have emphasized on monitoring water flooding at various reservoir condition and improving the approaches of measurement. Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR could significantly improve oil recovery and the efficiency of the process should be well-monitored. Alkaline-surfactant-polymer (ASP flooding is the most promising chemical EOR method due to its synergy of alkaline, surfactant and polymer, which could enhance the extraction of residual oil. However, limited studies have been focused on the application of streaming potential in EOR processes, particularly ASP. Thus, this paper aims to review the streaming potential measurement in downhole monitoring with an insight for EOR application and propose the potential measurement in monitoring ASP flooding. It is important for a preliminary study to investigate the synergy in ASP and the effects on oil recovery. The behaviour of streaming potential should be investigated when the environment of porous media changes with respect to ASP flooding. Numerical model can be generated from the experimental data to forecast the measured streaming potential signal during production associated with ASP flooding. Based on the streaming potential behaviour on foam assisted water alternate gas (FAWAG and water alternate gas (WAG processes, it is expected that the streaming potential could change significantly when ASP flooding alters the environment and surface properties of porous media. The findings could provide new prospect and knowledge in the relationship between streaming potential and ASP mechanisms, which could be a potential approach in monitoring the efficiency of the process. Development of a downhole tool measuring real-time concentration of ionic tracers and pH in geothermal reservoirs Science.gov (United States) Hess, Ryan F.; Boyle, Timothy J.; Limmer, Steven; Yelton, William G.; Bingham, Samuel; Stillman, Greg; Lindblom, Scott; Cieslewski, Grzegorz 2014-06-01 For enhanced or Engineered Geothermal Systems (EGS) geothermal brine is pumped to the surface via the production wells, the heat extracted to turn a turbine to generate electricity, and the spent brine re-injected via injection wells back underground. If designed properly, the subsurface rock formations will lead this water back to the extraction well as heated brine. Proper monitoring of these geothermal reservoirs is essential for developing and maintaining the necessary level of productivity of the field. Chemical tracers are commonly used to characterize the fracture network and determine the connectivity between the injection and production wells. Currently, most tracer experiments involve injecting the tracer at the injection well, manually collecting liquid samples at the wellhead of the production well, and sending the samples off for laboratory analysis. While this method provides accurate tracer concentration data at very low levels of detection, it does not provide information regarding the location of the fractures which were conducting the tracer between wellbores. Sandia is developing a high-temperature electrochemical sensor capable of measuring tracer concentrations and pH downhole on a wireline tool. The goal of this effort is to collect real-time pH and ionic tracer concentration data at temperatures up to 225 Â°C and pressures up to 3000 psi. In this paper, a prototype electrochemical sensor and the initial data obtained will be presented detailing the measurement of iodide tracer concentrations at high temperature and pressure in a newly developed laboratory scale autoclave. Report covering examination of parts from downhole steam generators. [Combustor head and sleeve parts Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Pettit, F. S.; Meier, G. H. 1983-08-01 Combustor head and sleeve parts were examined by using optical and scanning electron metallography after use in oxygen/diesel and air/diesel downhole steam generators. The degradation of the different alloy components is described in terms of reactions with oxygen, sulfur and carbon in the presence of cyclic stresses, all generated by the combustion process. Recommendations are presented for component materials (alloys and coatings) to extend component lives in the downhole steam generators. 9 references, 22 figures, 3 tables. An improved fiber optic pressure and temperature sensor for downhole application International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Aref, S H; Zibaii, M I; Latifi, H 2009-01-01 We report on the fabrication of a high pressure extrinsic FabryâPerot interferometric (EFPI) fiber optic sensor for downhole applications by using a mechanical transducer. The mechanical transducer has been used for increasing the pressure sensitivity and the possibility of installation of the sensor downhole. The pressureâtemperature cross-sensitivity (PTCS) problem has been solved by replacing the reflecting fiber with a metal microwire in the EFPI sensor. In this way the PTCS coefficient of the sensor was decreased from 47.25 psi Â°C â1 to 7 psi Â°C â1 . By using a new EFPI design, a temperature sensor was fabricated. Further improvement in the pressure and temperature sensor has been done by developing fabrication technique and signal processing Numerical Study of Water Control with Downhole Oil-Water Separation Technology Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Yin Khor Yin 2014-07-01 Full Text Available The maturing oil fields with increasing water production can pose a challenging produced water handling and disposal issues. This paper presents a numerical study of a motorless hydrocyclone to enhance understanding of the downhole oil-water separation. The turbulence of fluid flow is obtained using K-Îµ Realizable Turbulence model for complex swirl dominated flow, while the interface between hydrocarbon and water is described using the Discrete Phase model. In this approach, factors which contribute to the hydrocyclone separation instability were discussed. Discussion is then extended to the relationship of residence time with pressure difference between overflow and underflow. These pressure differences are able to relate to pressure condition for high water cut well which require downhole separation. Seismic Observations in the Taipei Metropolitan Area Using the Downhole Network Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Win-Gee Huang 2010-01-01 Full Text Available Underlain by soft soils, the Taipei Metropolitan Area (TMA experienced major damage due to ground-motion amplification during the Hualien earthquake of 1986, the Chi-Chi earthquake of 1999, the Hualien earthquake of 2002 and the Taitung earthquake of 2003. To study how a local site can substantially change the characteristics of seismic waves as they pass through soft deposits below the free surface, two complementary downhole seismic arrays have been operated in the TMA, since 1991 and 2008. The accelerometer downhole array is composed of eight boreholes at depths in excess of 300 meters. The downhole array velocity sensor collocated with accelerometer composed of four boreholes at depths up to 90 meters. The integrated seismic network monitors potential earthquakes originating from faults in and around the TMA and provides wide-dynamic range measurement of data ranging in amplitude from seismic background noise levels to damage levels as a result of shaking. The data sets can be used to address on the response of soft-soil deposits to ground motions. One of the major considerations is the nonlinear response of soft soil deposits at different levels of excitation. The collocated acceloerometer and velocity sensors at boreholes give the necessary data for studies of non-linearity to be acquired. Such measurements in anticipation of future large, damaging earthquakes will be of special importance for the mitigation of earthquake losses. Preliminary analysis of downhole logging data from ICDP Lake Junin drilling Project, Peru Science.gov (United States) Pierdominici, Simona; KÃ¼ck, Jochem; Rodbell, Donald T.; Abbott, Mark B. 2016-04-01 The International Continental Drilling Programm (ICDP) has supported a scientific drilling campaign in Peru during the summer season 2015. The Lake Junin Drilling Project mainly aims at obtaining high-resolution paleoclimate records from lacustrine sediments to reconstruct the history of the continental records covering the glacial-interglacial cycles. Lake JunÃn is located at 4000 m a.s.l. in the tropical Andes of Peru, and is characterized by a thick (> 125 m) sediment package deposited at a high rate (0.2 to 1.0 mm yr-1). Lake JunÃn is one of the few lakes in the tropical Andes that predates the maximum extent of glaciation and is in a geomorphic position to record the waxing and waning of glaciers in nearby cordillera, hence making the lake a key site for the investigation of the Quaternary climate evolution in the inner-tropics of the Southern Hemisphere. Continous coring was performed at three sites in overall 11 boreholes on the lake with at least two overlapping boreholes per site to avoid core gaps. The depth of the boreholes varied between approx. 30 m and 110 m depending on the drill site. The core bit had a bit size of 122.6 mm and yielded a core diameter of 85 mm. Upon completion of coring operations downhole geophysical logging was performed in five of the 11 boreholes (1A, 1C, 1D, 2A and 3B) by the Operational Support Group of ICDP. The main objective was to record in-situ the physical properties of the lacustrine sediments of Lake Junin. Downhole logs provide a powerful tool to fill in information at intervals with core gaps and as depth reference for depth matching of the discontinous cores. Furthermore it will be used for the lithological reconstruction and interpretation. The OSG downhole logging comprised total and spectrum gamma ray, magnetic susceptibility, borehole geometry, temperature, and sonic P-wave velocity. Unstable and collapsing borehole walls made it neccessary to carry out logging in several sections instead of in one run. The Active cooling for downhole instrumentation: Preliminary analysis and system selection Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Bennett, G.A. 1988-03-01 A feasibility study and a series of preliminary designs and analyses were done to identify candidate processes or cycles for use in active cooling systems for downhole electronic instruments. A matrix of energy types and their possible combinations was developed and the energy conversion process for each pari was identified. The feasibility study revealed conventional as well as unconventional processes and possible refrigerants and identified parameters needing further clarifications. A conceptual design or series od oesigns for each system was formulated and a preliminary analysis of each design was completed. The resulting coefficient of performance for each system was compared with the Carnot COP and all systems were ranked by decreasing COP. The system showing the best combination of COP, exchangeability to other operating conditions, failure mode, and system serviceability is chosen for use as a downhole refrigerator. 85 refs., 48 figs., 33 tabs. Research on Overflow Monitoring Mechanism Based on Downhole Microflow Detection Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Liang Ge 2014-01-01 Full Text Available The flow rate variation of the drilling fluid and micro-overflow loss is difficult to analyze. The purpose to prevent the occurrence of kick, lost circulation, and other complex conditions is not easy to be achieved. Therefore, the microflow-induced annulus multiphase flow rate and annulus pressure field model were studied, and a downhole microflow measurement system has been developed. A differential pressure type flow measurement was used in the system, and real-time downhole information was obtained to achieve deep, narrow windows and other safety-density complex formation security. This paper introduced a new bottom-hole flow meter which can measure the annular flux while drilling and monitor overflow and circulation loss. The accuracy and reliability of the MPD (managed pressure drilling system can be improved obviously by applying the device; as a result, the safety of drilling is enhanced and the cost is reduced. Mechanical Design of Downhole Tractor Based on Two-Way Self-locking Mechanism Science.gov (United States) Fang, Delei; Shang, Jianzhong; Luo, Zirong; Wu, Guoheng; Liu, Yiying 2018-03-01 Based on the technology of horizontal well tractor, a kind of downhole tractor was developed which can realize Two-Way self-locking function. Aiming at the needs of horizontal well logging to realize the target of small size, high traction and high reliability, the tractor selects unique heart-shaped CAM as the locking mechanism. The motion principle of telescopic downhole tractor, the design of mechanical structure and locking principle of the locking mechanism are all analyzed. The mathematical expressions of traction are obtained by mechanical analysis of parallel support rod in the locking mechanism. The force analysis and contour design of the heart-shaped CAM are performed, which can lay the foundation for the development of tractor prototype. A Monte Carlo approach to constraining uncertainties in modelled downhole gravity gradiometry applications Science.gov (United States) Matthews, Samuel J.; O'Neill, Craig; Lackie, Mark A. 2017-06-01 Gravity gradiometry has a long legacy, with airborne/marine applications as well as surface applications receiving renewed recent interest. Recent instrumental advances has led to the emergence of downhole gravity gradiometry applications that have the potential for greater resolving power than borehole gravity alone. This has promise in both the petroleum and geosequestration industries; however, the effect of inherent uncertainties in the ability of downhole gravity gradiometry to resolve a subsurface signal is unknown. Here, we utilise the open source modelling package, Fatiando a Terra, to model both the gravity and gravity gradiometry responses of a subsurface body. We use a Monte Carlo approach to vary the geological structure and reference densities of the model within preset distributions. We then perform 100 000 simulations to constrain the mean response of the buried body as well as uncertainties in these results. We varied our modelled borehole to be either centred on the anomaly, adjacent to the anomaly (in the x-direction), and 2500 m distant to the anomaly (also in the x-direction). We demonstrate that gravity gradiometry is able to resolve a reservoir-scale modelled subsurface density variation up to 2500 m away, and that certain gravity gradient components (Gzz, Gxz, and Gxx) are particularly sensitive to this variation in gravity/gradiometry above the level of uncertainty in the model. The responses provided by downhole gravity gradiometry modelling clearly demonstrate a technique that can be utilised in determining a buried density contrast, which will be of particular use in the emerging industry of CO2 geosequestration. The results also provide a strong benchmark for the development of newly emerging prototype downhole gravity gradiometers. Investigation of permanent magnet machines for downhole applications: Design, prototype and testing of a flux-switching permanent magnet machine Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Chen, Anyuan 2011-01-15 The current standard electrical downhole machine is the induction machine which is relatively inefficient. Permanent magnet (PM) machines, having higher efficiencies, higher torque densities and smaller volumes, have widely employed in industrial applications to replace conventional machines, but few have been developed for downhole applications due to the high ambient temperatures in deep wells and the low temperature stability of PM materials over time. Today, with the development of variable speed drives and the applications of high temperature magnet materials, it is increasingly interesting for oil and gas industries to develop PM machines for downhole applications. Recently, some PM machines applications have been presented for downhole applications, which are normally addressed on certain specific downhole case. In this thesis the focus has been put on the performance investigation of different PM machines for general downhole cases, in which the machine outer diameter is limited to be small by well size, while the machine axial length may be relatively long. The machine reliability is the most critical requirement while high torque density and high efficiency are also desirable. The purpose is to understand how the special constraints in downhole condition affect the performances of different machines. First of all, three basic machine concepts, which are the radial, axial and transverse flux machines, are studied in details by analytical method. Their torque density, efficiency, power factor and power capability are investigated with respect to the machine axial length and pole number. The presented critical performance comparisons of the machines provide an indication of machines best suitable with respect to performance and size for downhole applications. Conventional radial flux permanent magnet (RFPM) machines with the PMs on the rotor can provide high torque density and high efficiency. This type of machine has been suggested for several different Development of a novel vortex flow meter for downhole use NARCIS (Netherlands) Schiferli, W.; Cheng, L.K. 2008-01-01 Due to the increasing complexity of oil and gas wells, the demand for instrumentation to measure conditions inside well tubing below the surface is growing rapidly. A robust meter was designed to measure liquid flows at downhole conditions. The meter is based on a specially-designed bluff body to Field test of two high-pressure, direct-contact downhole steam generators. Volume I. Air/diesel system Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Marshall, B.W. 1983-05-01 As a part of the Project DEEP STEAM to develop technology to more efficiently utilize steam for the recovery of heavy oil from deep reservoirs, a field test of a downhole steam generator (DSG) was performed. The DSG burned No. 2 diesel fuel in air and was a direct-contact, high pressure device which mixed the steam with the combustion products and injected the resulting mixture directly into the oil reservoir. The objectives of the test program included demonstration of long-term operation of a DSG, development of operational methods, assessment of the effects of the steam/combustion gases on the reservoir and comparison of this air/diesel DSG with an adjacent oxygen/diesel direct contact generator. Downhole operation of the air/diesel DSG was started in June 1981 and was terminated in late February 1982. During this period two units were placed downhole with the first operating for about 20 days. It was removed, the support systems were slightly modified, and the second one was operated for 106 days. During this latter interval the generator operated for 70% of the time with surface air compressor problems the primary source of the down time. Thermal contact, as evidenced by a temperature increase in the production well casing gases, and an oil production increase were measured in one of the four wells in the air/diesel pattern. Reservoir scrubbing of carbon monoxide was observed, but no conclusive data on scrubbing of SO/sub x/ and NO/sub x/ were obtained. Corrosion of the DSG combustor walls and some other parts of the downhole package were noted. Metallurgical studies have been completed and recommendations made for other materials that are expected to better withstand the downhole combustion environment. 39 figures, 8 tables. Design Enhancement and Performance Examination of External Rotor Switched Flux Permanent Magnet Machine for Downhole Application Science.gov (United States) Kumar, R.; Sulaiman, E.; Soomro, H. A.; Jusoh, L. I.; Bahrim, F. S.; Omar, M. F. 2017-08-01 The recent change in innovation and employments of high-temperature magnets, permanent magnet flux switching machine (PMFSM) has turned out to be one of the suitable contenders for seaward boring, however, less intended for downhole because of high atmospheric temperature. Subsequently, this extensive review manages the design enhancement and performance examination of external rotor PMFSM for the downhole application. Preparatory, the essential design parameters required for machine configuration are computed numerically. At that point, the design enhancement strategy is actualized through deterministic technique. At last, preliminary and refined execution of the machine is contrasted and as a consequence, the yield torque is raised from 16.39Nm to 33.57Nm while depreciating the cogging torque and PM weight up to 1.77Nm and 0.79kg, individually. In this manner, it is inferred that purposed enhanced design of 12slot-22pole with external rotor is convenient for the downhole application. Surface-downhole and crosshole geoelectrics for monitoring of brine injection at the Ketzin CO2 storage site Science.gov (United States) Rippe, Dennis; Bergmann, Peter; Labitzke, Tim; Wagner, Florian; Schmidt-Hattenberger, Cornelia 2016-04-01 The Ketzin pilot site in Germany is the longest operating on-shore CO2 storage site in Europe. From June 2008 till August 2013, a total of Ë67,000 tonnes of CO2 were safely stored in a saline aquifer at depths of 630 m to 650 m. The storage site has now entered the abandonment phase, and continuation of the multi-disciplinary monitoring as part of the national project "CO2 post-injection monitoring and post-closure phase at the Ketzin pilot site" (COMPLETE) provides the unique chance to participate in the conclusion of the complete life cycle of a CO2 storage site. As part of the continuous evaluation of the functionality and integrity of the CO2 storage in Ketzin, from October 12, 2015 till January 6, 2015 a total of Ë2,900 tonnes of brine were successfully injected into the CO2 reservoir, hereby simulating in time-lapse the natural backflow of brine and the associated displacement of CO2. The main objectives of this brine injection experiment include investigation of how much of the CO2 in the pore space can be displaced by brine and if this displacement of CO2 during the brine injection differs from the displacement of formation fluid during the initial CO2 injection. Geophysical monitoring of the brine injection included continuous geoelectric measurements accompanied by monitoring of pressure and temperature conditions in the injection well and two adjacent observation wells. During the previous CO2 injection, the geoelectrical monitoring concept at the Ketzin pilot site consisted of permanent crosshole measurements and non-permanent large-scale surveys (Kiessling et al., 2010). Time-lapse geoelectrical tomographies derived from the weekly crosshole data at near-wellbore scale complemented by six surface-downhole surveys at a scale of 1.5 km showed a noticeable resistivity signature within the target storage zone, which was attributed to the CO2 plume (Schmidt-Hattenberger et al., 2011) and interpreted in terms of relative CO2 and brine saturations (Bergmann Downhole drilling hammer. Marteau de forage Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Techy, M. 1987-07-28 This invention concerns a drilling hammer of the downhole type, comprising a tubular body fed by compressed air, a drilling cutter and a hammer piston set into movement inside an interior cylinder by a compressed air distribution mechanism alternately above and below the piston. The hammer includes a gas-oil injection device in the chamber above the piston and a mechanism for initiating the injection during the rising of the piston; the additional compression provokes the combustion of the gas-oil-air mixture, which hurls the piston towards the cutter. This type of apparatus permits an important reduction in costs of materials and of operation, and permits at the same time an increase in drilling power and a reduction in energy consumption. 8 figs. Downhole microseismic monitoring of shale deposits: Case study from Northern Poland Czech Academy of Sciences Publication Activity Database Swiech, E.; Wandycz, P.; Eisner, Leo; Pasternacki, A.; Mackowski, T. 2017-01-01 RoÄ. 14, Ä. 3 (2017), s. 297-304 ISSN 1214-9705 Grant - others:AV ÄR(CZ) CNR-16-17 Program:BilaterÃ¡lnÃ spoluprÃ¡ce Institutional support: RVO:67985891 Keywords : Polish shale gas * downhole microseismic processing * anisotropy * microseismic events Subject RIV: DC - Siesmology, Volcanology, Earth Structure OBOR OECD: Geology Impact factor: 0.699, year: 2016 High-Temperature Electronics: Status and Future Prospects in the 21st Century OpenAIRE F. Touati; F. Mnif; A. Lawati 2006-01-01 This paper reviews the state of current electronics and states the drive toward high-temperature electronics. The problems specific to high-temperature effects on conventional electronics and prospects of alternative technologies like silicon-on-insulator, silicon carbide, and diamond are discussed. Improving petroleum recovery from oil wells with hightemperature coverage of downhole electronics, making combustion processes more efficient utilizing embedded electronics, programs for More Elec... Research on calibration method of downhole optical fiber temperature measurement and its application in SAGD well Science.gov (United States) Lu, Zhiwei; Han, Li; Hu, Chengjun; Pan, Yong; Duan, Shengnan; Wang, Ningbo; Li, Shijian; Nuer, Maimaiti 2017-10-01 With the development of oil and gas fields, the accuracy and quantity requirements of real-time dynamic monitoring data needed for well dynamic analysis and regulation are increasing. Permanent, distributed downhole optical fiber temperature and pressure monitoring and other online real-time continuous data monitoring has become an important data acquisition and transmission technology in digital oil field and intelligent oil field construction. Considering the requirement of dynamic analysis of steam chamber developing state in SAGD horizontal wells in F oil reservoir in Xinjiang oilfield, it is necessary to carry out real-time and continuous temperature monitoring in horizontal section. Based on the study of the principle of optical fiber temperature measurement, the factors that cause the deviation of optical fiber temperature sensing are analyzed, and the method of fiber temperature calibration is proposed to solve the problem of temperature deviation. Field application in three wells showed that it could attain accurate measurement of downhole temperature by temperature correction. The real-time and continuous downhole distributed fiber temperature sensing technology has higher application value in the reservoir management of SAGD horizontal wells. It also has a reference for similar dynamic monitoring in reservoir production. Downhole Applications of Magnetic Sensors Directory of Open Access Journals (Sweden) Chinthaka P. Gooneratne 2017-10-01 Full Text Available In this paper we present a review of the application of two types of magnetic sensorsâfluxgate magnetometers and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR sensorsâin the oil/gas industry. These magnetic sensors play a critical role in drilling wells safely, accurately and efficiently into a target reservoir zone by providing directional data of the well and acquiring information about the surrounding geological formations. Research into magnetic sensors for oil/gas drilling has not been explored by researchers to the same extent as other applications, such as biomedical, magnetic storage and automotive/aerospace applications. Therefore, this paper aims to serve as an opportunity for researchers to truly understand how magnetic sensors can be used in a downhole environment and to provide fertile ground for research and development in this area. A look ahead, discussing other magnetic sensor technologies that can potentially be used in the oil/gas industry is presented, and what is still needed in order deploy them in the field is also addressed. Downhole Applications of Magnetic Sensors. Science.gov (United States) Gooneratne, Chinthaka P; Li, Bodong; Moellendick, Timothy E 2017-10-19 In this paper we present a review of the application of two types of magnetic sensors-fluxgate magnetometers and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) sensors-in the oil/gas industry. These magnetic sensors play a critical role in drilling wells safely, accurately and efficiently into a target reservoir zone by providing directional data of the well and acquiring information about the surrounding geological formations. Research into magnetic sensors for oil/gas drilling has not been explored by researchers to the same extent as other applications, such as biomedical, magnetic storage and automotive/aerospace applications. Therefore, this paper aims to serve as an opportunity for researchers to truly understand how magnetic sensors can be used in a downhole environment and to provide fertile ground for research and development in this area. A look ahead, discussing other magnetic sensor technologies that can potentially be used in the oil/gas industry is presented, and what is still needed in order deploy them in the field is also addressed. Linking downhole logging data and clay mineralogy analysis in the ICDP Lake JunÃn drilling Project, Peru Science.gov (United States) Pierdominici, S.; Schleicher, A.; Kueck, J.; Rodbell, D. T.; Abbott, M. B. 2017-12-01 The lake Junin drilling project, co-funded by the International Continental Drilling Program (ICDP), is located at 4000 m a.s.l. in the tropical Andes of Peru. Several boreholes were drilled with the goal to obtain both high-resolution paleoclimate records from lacustrine sediments and to reconstruct the history of the continental records covering the glacial-interglacial cycles. Lake JunÃn is characterized by a thick package of lacustrine sediments (> 125 m) deposited at a high rate (0.2 to 1.0 mm yr-1), and it is one of the few lakes in the tropical Andes that is hundreds of thousands of years old with a continuous sedimentation rate preserving a very long and continuous record of past ice age cycles. The boreholes reached a maximum depth of 110.08 m and continuous coring was performed at three sites with 11 boreholes. Additionally, an extensive geophysical downhole logging campaign was performed on five boreholes (1A, 1C, 1D, 2A and 3B) by the Operational Support Group of ICDP. Downhole logging measurements comprise total and spectrum gamma ray, magnetic susceptibility, borehole geometry, temperature, and sonic p-wave velocity. In order to fit the downhole logging depths to the composite profile depths, each borehole was depth-matched with the core data. Interpreting the downhole logging data permits to establish a complete lithological log, to characterize the in-situ physical properties of drilled lacustrine sediments, to determine sedimentary structures and to obtain evidences about palaeoclimatic conditions during up to 200 ka. Th and K values are used as a proxy for a first estimate and characterization of clay content in the sediments, which are present as montmorillonite, smectite, illite, and kaolinite in different amounts. Linking the clay minerals that occur in the core material with the downhole logging data allows assessing the geological history of the lake and the relationship to climate change processes. Additional laboratory analysis will be Evaluation and Design of Downhole Heat Exchangers for Direct Application Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Culver, G [Oregon Institute of Technology, Klamath Falls, Oregon; Reistad, G M [Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon 0000-12-30 Over 400 wells with downhole heat exchangers are in use in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Some have been in use for nearly 30 years. Despite the large number and the long experience, the exact nature of the mechanism of heat exchange and, therefore, the maximum output was not known, except that it had been theorized that convection cells were established in the well. Oregon Institute of Technology and Oregon State University are jointly involved in a project to study the heat exchange process and economics of the downhole heat exchanger system. The existence of significant convection cell circulation has been established and measured using a âspinner,â hot film anemometer, and by energy balance calculations. Based on these measurements, analytical models have been developed which predict heat extraction rates within 15% of actual measured values. The existence of significant mixing of ânewâ and circulating well fluid has been established and can be calculated, although at this time not accurately predicted before testing a well. Based on the analytical models, multi-tube heat exchangers have been designed and very recently tested with outputs within 15% of predicted values. Economic analyses shows that for small to moderate extraction rates, about 300 kW thermal, and shallow wells, DHEs may be more economical than pumped systems when surface discharge is not acceptable. The Sydney Triage to Admission Risk Tool (START): A prospective validation study. Science.gov (United States) Ebker-White, Anja A; Bein, Kendall J; Dinh, Michael M 2018-02-08 The present study aims to prospectively validate the Sydney Triage to Admission Risk Tool (START) to predict ED disposition. This was a prospective validation study at two metropolitan EDs in Sydney, Australia. Consecutive triage encounters were observed by a trained researcher and START scores calculated. The primary outcome was patient disposition (discharge or inpatient admission) from the ED. Multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate area under curve of receiver operator characteristic (AUC ROC) for START scores as well as START score in combination with other variables such as frailty, general practitioner referral, overcrowding and major medical comorbidities. There were 894 patients analysed during the study period. The START score when applied to the data had AUC ROC of 0.80 (95% CI 0.77-0.83). The inclusion of other clinical variables identified at triage did not improve the overall performance of the model with an AUC ROC of 0.81 (95% CI 0.78-0.84) in the present study. The overall performance of the START tool with respect to model discrimination and accuracy has been prospectively validated. Further clinical trials are required to test the clinical effectiveness of the tool in improving patient flow and overall ED performance. Â© 2018 Australasian College for Emergency Medicine and Australasian Society for Emergency Medicine. Parametric Optimization and Prediction Tool for Excavation and Prospecting Tasks, Phase II Data.gov (United States) National Aeronautics and Space Administration â Honeybee Robotics therefore proposed to develop a software tool for facilitating prospecting and excavation system trades in support of selecting an optimal... Imaging Fracking Zones by Microseismic Reverse Time Migration for Downhole Microseismic Monitoring Science.gov (United States) Lin, Y.; Zhang, H. 2015-12-01 Hydraulic fracturing is an engineering tool to create fractures in order to better recover oil and gas from low permeability reservoirs. Because microseismic events are generally associated with fracturing development, microseismic monitoring has been used to evaluate the fracking process. Microseismic monitoring generally relies on locating microseismic events to understand the spatial distribution of fractures. For the multi-stage fracturing treatment, fractures created in former stages are strong scatterers in the medium and can induce strong scattering waves on the waveforms for microseismic events induced during later stages. In this study, we propose to take advantage of microseismic scattering waves to image fracking zones by using seismic reverse time migration method. For downhole microseismic monitoring that involves installing a string of seismic sensors in a borehole near the injection well, the observation geometry is actually similar to the VSP (vertical seismic profile) system. For this reason, we adapt the VSP migration method for the common shot gather to the common event gather. Microseismic reverse-time migration method involves solving wave equation both forward and backward in time for each microseismic event. At current stage, the microseismic RTM is based on 2D acoustic wave equation (Zhang and Sun, 2008), solved by the finite-difference method with PML absorbing boundary condition applied to suppress the reflections of artificial boundaries. Additionally, we use local wavefield decomposition instead of cross-correlation imaging condition to suppress the imaging noise. For testing the method, we create a synthetic dataset for a downhole microseismic monitoring system with multiple fracking stages. It shows that microseismic migration using individual event is able to clearly reveal the fracture zone. The shorter distance between fractures and the microseismic event the clearer the migration image is. By summing migration images for many Fast and objective detection and analysis of structures in downhole images Science.gov (United States) Wedge, Daniel; Holden, Eun-Jung; Dentith, Mike; Spadaccini, Nick 2017-09-01 Downhole acoustic and optical televiewer images, and formation microimager (FMI) logs are important datasets for structural and geotechnical analyses for the mineral and petroleum industries. Within these data, dipping planar structures appear as sinusoids, often in incomplete form and in abundance. Their detection is a labour intensive and hence expensive task and as such is a significant bottleneck in data processing as companies may have hundreds of kilometres of logs to process each year. We present an image analysis system that harnesses the power of automated image analysis and provides an interactive user interface to support the analysis of televiewer images by users with different objectives. Our algorithm rapidly produces repeatable, objective results. We have embedded it in an interactive workflow to complement geologists' intuition and experience in interpreting data to improve efficiency and assist, rather than replace the geologist. The main contributions include a new image quality assessment technique for highlighting image areas most suited to automated structure detection and for detecting boundaries of geological zones, and a novel sinusoid detection algorithm for detecting and selecting sinusoids with given confidence levels. Further tools are provided to perform rapid analysis of and further detection of structures e.g. as limited to specific orientations. Method and apparatus for determining the spontaneous earth potential log from downhole gradient measurements International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Maciejewski, W. J. 1985-01-01 A method and apparatus for measuring the differential or gradient of an earth variable within a well bore (e.g., the spontaneous earth potential) and producing improved logs of this gradient or differential and its integral variable essentially free of any accumulated instrument and base line drift or error. The differential spontaneous potential of an earth formation traversed by a well bore is measured at repeated multiple depths by moving a pair of closely spaced electrodes through the well bore wherein each electrode is electrically insulated externally from the other and from a third downhole local ground (such as the well tool cable) to which each is internally resistively referenced. The measured electrical potential across the closely spaced electrodes is amplified and digitized before being transmitted to the earth's surface, whereupon an averaged value of such differential measurements within a traveling data window of predetermined length and adjacent to each successive measurement is used to adjust for base line drift, noise and instrument induced error. The resulting compensated differential logs are integrated, resulting in spontaneous potential logs of improved character Advanced Data Communications for Downhole Data Logging and Control Applications in the Oil Industry International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Spracklen, C T; Aslam, Tariq 2013-01-01 We present details of 'Mercury', a high-speed downhole communications system that utilizes the (metallic) wall of a gas or oil pipeline or a drill 'string' as the communications 'channel' to control or monitor equipment or sensors used in the oil industry. Conventional downhole communication systems typically use 'mud pulse' telemetry for 'Measurement While Drilling' (MWD) operations. Current mud pulse telemetry technology offers bandwidths of up to 40 bit/s. However the data rate drops with increasing length of the wellbore and is typically as low as 1.5 bit/s â 3.0 bit/s at a depth of 35,000 ft. â 40,000 ft. The system described, by contrast, offers data rates of several megabits per second over distances of many kilometres and uses Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) coupled with Wideband Frequency Division Multiple Access (W-CDMA). This paper presents details of our system; results of several trials undertaken on actual gas pipelines in the UK will be presented at the Conference 275 C Downhole Switched-Mode Power Supply Energy Technology Data Exchange (ETDEWEB) Chris Hutchens; Vijay Madhuravasal 2008-08-31 A vee-square (V2) control based controller IC is developed for a switch mode power supply capable of operating at extreme temperature/harsh environment conditions. A buck type regulator with silicon carbide power junction field effect transistors (JFET) as power devices is used to analyze the performance of controller. Special emphases are made on the analog sub-blocks--voltage reference, operational transconductance amplifier and comparator as individual building blocks. Transformer coupled gate drives and high temperature operable magnetic cores and capacitors are identified and tested for use in the design. Conventional ceramic chip packaging of ICs combined with lead carrier type mounting of passive filter components is introduced for hybrid packaging of the complete product. The developed SMPS is anticipated to support the operation of down-hole microcontrollers and other electronics devices that require low/medium power filtered dc inputs over an operating temperature of 275 C. The role of duplex stainless steels for downhole tubulars International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Francis, R. 1993-01-01 In sour conditions there is an increasing trend to turn to corrosion resistant alloys for downhole tubulars. The most commonly used CRA tubular is 13Cr, and there are thousands of feet in service. However, there are limits to the use of 13Cr, ie., the risk of sulphide stress corrosion cracking at high H 2 S levels, and the possibility of pitting or high corrosion rates in waters with high chloride contents. Where the service conditions are felt to be too severe for 13Cr alloys it has been traditional to switch to nickel base alloys such as alloys 825 and C-276 (UNS N08825 and N10276). The alloys are much more expensive than 13Cr, and in recent years the duplex stainless steels have been selected as alloys with superior corrosion and SSCC resistance compared with 13Cr, and having lower cost than nickel alloys. Originally the 22Cr duplex alloy (UNS 31803) was used, but more recently the 25Cr super duplex alloys (UNS S32760 and S32750) have become more available. The present paper reviews the data available for 13Cr and the limits of applicability. Data is also presented for laboratory tests for both the 22Cr and 25Cr super duplex alloys. There is extensive service experience with both 22Cr and 25Cr super duplex in the North Sea, covering both downhole tubulars, manifold and post wellhead equipment. Data is presented showing some of the sour condition being experienced in the North Sea by super duplex alloys. These results show that there is a substantial gap between the limits of use for 13Cr and the 25Cr super duplex stainless steel alloys. This means that in many sour environments super duplex stainless steel provides a cost effective alternative to nickel-base alloys Deformations and Rotational Ground Motions Inferred from Downhole Vertical Array Observations Science.gov (United States) Graizer, V. 2017-12-01 Only few direct reliable measurements of rotational component of strong earthquake ground motions are obtained so far. In the meantime, high quality data recorded at downhole vertical arrays during a number of earthquakes provide an opportunity to calculate deformations based on the differences in ground motions recorded simultaneously at different depths. More than twenty high resolution strong motion downhole vertical arrays were installed in California with primary goal to study site response of different geologic structures to strong motion. Deformation or simple shear strain with the rate Î³ is the combination of pure shear strain with the rate Î³/2 and rotation with the rate of Î±=Î³/2. Deformations and rotations were inferred from downhole array records of the Mw 6.0 Parkfield 2004, the Mw 7.2 Sierra El Mayor (Mexico) 2010, the Mw 6.5 Ferndale area in N. California 2010 and the two smaller earthquakes in California. Highest amplitude of rotation of 0.60E-03 rad was observed at the Eureka array corresponding to ground velocity of 35 cm/s, and highest rotation rate of 0.55E-02 rad/s associated with the S-wave was observed at a close epicentral distance of 4.3 km from the ML 4.2 event in Southern California at the La Cienega array. Large magnitude Sierra El Mayor earthquake produced long duration rotational motions of up to 1.5E-04 rad and 2.05E-03 rad/s associated with shear and surface waves at the El Centro array at closest fault distance of 33.4km. Rotational motions of such levels, especially tilting can have significant effect on structures. High dynamic range well synchronized and properly oriented instrumentation is necessary for reliable calculation of rotations from vertical array data. Data from the dense Treasure Island array near San Francisco demonstrate consistent change of shape of rotational motion with depth and material. In the frequency range of 1-15 Hz Fourier amplitude spectrum of vertical ground velocity is similar to the scaled tilt Summary evaluation of Yucca Mountain surface transects with implications for downhole sampling. Yucca Mountain Site Characterization Project International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Mckenna, S.A.; Rautman, C.A. 1995-06-01 The results of previously completed vertical outcrop sampling transacts are summarized with respect to planning downhole sampling. The summary includes statistical description
1010	dbpedia	2	49	https://www.instyle.com/lifestyle/bbl-reversal-trend	en	What Does "the End of the BBL Era" Really Mean?	https://www.instyle.com/…b766cfcd0b6b.jpg	https://www.instyle.com/…b766cfcd0b6b.jpg	[ "https://www.instyle.com/thmb/V_tlen9qQJyCinKBSHPAY569y5s=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(200000):strip_icc()/081022-bbl-lead-2000-9ceef2a45ed94140a2d18228fa1e827d.jpg", "https://www.instyle.com/thmb/V_tlen9qQJyCinKBSHPAY569y5s=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(200000):strip_icc()/081022-bbl-lead-2000...	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On Twitter, talk of "the end of the BBL era" (aka Brazilian Butt Lift) has been swirling for months after photos began circulating of Kim and Khloé Kardashian with their backsides looking noticeably smaller, causing theories to swirl that they may have "reversed" their BBLs — procedures they've never actually said they had in the first place. On TikTok, there's been wild speculation about Kim's "butt reduction" and her "new" body (the one she somewhat problematically revealed in that Marilyn Monroe Met Gala dress). "Kardashian reverse BBL" is a breakout term on Google, meaning search demand has grown by more than 5,000% over the past 12 months. (That's all people searching for clues that a slimmer look is "cool" again, basically.) As many have rightfully pointed out, this new anti-BBL wave feels like not-so-thinly veiled racism. After all, the Kardashians — who have long been called out for exploiting Black culture and aesthetics — helped the BBL to become one of the most popular and fastest growing cosmetic surgeries over the past decade. (Along with plenty of other celebrities and influencers, too.) Now, there's an aesthetic shift away from what's most often a naturally occurring body shape among Black and brown women, which feels no less offensive than the shift toward it was. As one Twitter user put it, the whole discourse feels a bit like, "We're done exploiting and capitalizing black women's bodies, byyeee!" "At its core beauty should be timeless ... but the reality is there are ebbs and flows in the zeitgeist and what is popular, and media imagery, celebrities, influencers, all of that can influence what people want," says Lara Devgan, M.D., a top board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City. "I think that there has been a return to the concept of subtlety." And that spells bye-bye for BBLs, which are anything but subtle. For the uninitiated, the Brazilian Butt Lift procedure, technically known as autologous gluteal fat grafting, involves taking fat via liposuction, usually from the abdomen, waist, and back, and transferring it to the hips and butt, explains Edward Chamata, M.D., a BBL surgeon in Houston, Texas. The result: A fuller, "lifted," more 'hourglass' shape without the need for any foreign injections or implants, he explains. The BBL's meteoric rise to fame pretty much coincided with the advent of the peach emoji as both a sexting mechanism and the Twitter trend signifying "impeach" you-know-who. It coincided, too, with Kim Kardashian's Kanye West era and crescendoed, probably, around the time Cardi B. and Megan Thee Stallion's "WAP" video presented a disembodied, gold-plated rear as hallway art (August 2020). According to a 2020 survey by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of BBLs performed globally since 2015 has risen 78% — the largest growth out of any surgical procedure. In 2020 alone, there were 40,320 butt augmentations (including implants and fat grafting) totaling more than $140 million in revenue, according to a report from The Aesthetic Society. The BBL boom continued even after a 2017 report by the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation found the BBL to have the highest mortality rate for any cosmetic surgery. Although new guidelines were developed in 2018 to make the procedure safer, Dr. Devgan, who stopped performing BBLs in her practice because of the "unacceptable level of risk," calls it "the most dangerous procedure that can be performed in the world of plastic surgery." Although one would expect a label of "the most deadly" to be a strong deterrent, it seems the new wave of suspected celebrity "reversals" are what's finally causing the pendulum to swing away from butt augmentation. Plastic surgeons are naturally reluctant to declare we've reached the end of the BBL era, and Dr. Devgan notes every geographic area and plastic surgery practice is different. For example, the surgeons we spoke to say that in Miami, Florida, the BBL capital, butt lifts seem to have staying power, but more broadly, an aesthetic vibe shift is upon us. "I do not think that people are going to be seeking the exaggerated hip-to-waist ratio and oversized buttock that they did in the past," Dr. Devgan says, noting that she's seen an uptick in interest for more "natural," non-invasive procedures, like Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid), which stimulates collagen to give the butt a perkier shape without surgery. This shift was met with a new procedure category — the "skinny BBL" or "baby BBL" — and an influx in patients who want their original booties back, explains Thomas Su, M.D., a cosmetic surgeon in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Su adds that he has seen many women regret going supersized initially, or who want to scale back after gaining weight post-surgery during the pandemic. "Really, in the last two years, we've seen a trend of people wanting less volume as part of a BBL. The emphasis has become on more of a 'more natural look,'" says Steven Williams, M.D., a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, and vice president of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). He adds that patients have been seeking reshaping to achieve less pronounced, squared off hips or "hip dips." In theory, BBL "reversal" is as simple as liposuctioning out the fat that had been added in. In practice? "These surgeries can become quite complex and challenging, because any secondary or revision surgery is complicated by scar tissue formation from the initial surgery," Dr. Chatama explains. You can also run the risk of ending up with a behind that looks "deflated, sagging, or unnatural in shape," Dr. Su adds. Even with the best surgeon in the world (and all the money: a reversal can run anywhere from $5,000 to $30,000, according to the plastic surgeons we spoke to) true reversal is impossible, says Dr. Devgan. "It's not an accurate term. You cannot reverse a BBL. It's like un-frying an egg," Dr. Devgan says, explaining that no more than 50% of added volume can be sucked back out, so the end result "will still be much larger than preoperative." And then, there's the loose skin to contend with — the reality of overextending any tissue, for example, during pregnancy. To tighten the skin, some surgeons may suggest the addition of energy-based, minimally invasive radio-frequency devices, but for those who want to undo a really exaggerated BBL, this may involve additional surgery to remove the overstretched skin, which can add larger scars, Dr. Devgan explains. "It's a big surgery to begin with and it's a big surgery to reverse it," says Amy Wechsler, M.D., a New York City-based board-certified dermatologist and psychiatrist, who's dubious of the risk-to-reward at play. "Trying to emulate celebrities is so tricky because we're not seeing any of the real stuff. Wouldn't it be nice if someone had a surgical procedure and revealed the details of what that was like? There's always pain. There's always swelling. There's potential scarring. There's time off work and from exercise and interrupted sleep — all of that stuff is not sexy and glamorous at all — it's real but it doesn't get likes on Instagram." (Side note: When Marc Jacobs went public with his face lift in 2021, it got a lot of likes on Instagram, perhaps proving that keeping it real doesn't always mean keeping it natural.) Unsurprisingly, all of the plastic surgeons we spoke to attribute the initial BBL explosion to the impact of celebrities and influencers (sometimes secretly) going under the knife, as well as sharing Photoshopped and FaceTuned images on social media with exaggerated proportions that often aren't achievable, even with surgery. But if someone is really altering their body to keep up with social media trends that cycle every few years, going under the knife — as industry leading researchers will tell you — surely isn't going to deliver the answer. "Cosmetic procedures are elective, not necessary, and the benefits of them are often more psychological than functional," says David Sarwer, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Research in the College of Public Health at Temple University, who has conducted research on the psychological aspects of cosmetic surgery for over 25 years. "Patients should have appropriate motivations for surgery — that they are doing it for themselves, not others — as well as realistic expectations of how the procedures will impact their lives." Sure, the demise of this unhealthy, unachievable Instagram body standard may be a seemingly positive change. But in reality, it's part of a never-ending cycle of unrealistic body standards, making way for a new unhealthy trend like 'heroin chic' to go viral. Clearly, body parts and types shouldn't be treated as aesthetics like a skinny jean or brow — but we've got a long way to go to break the cycle. "There should not be such a crazy emphasis on body trends," says Dr. Devgan. "It's not like fashion where pink is in, so you throw away your orange sweater. You can't just get a new body every three years."
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[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Miles Schmidt-Scheuber" ]	2014-07-12T00:00:00	In the home land of Danilo Barthel in Germany, the last days have been buzzing with soccer talk and the world cup final between Germany and Argentina approaching while in Orlando, Florida where the Heidelberg native is taking part in the Summer League, he can easily focus on basketball, basketball and basketball. He will be…	en	https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/11ccb2882a4b5e94bd7395da8984cdd64287f539560a1c579fd2931b0ea2456e?s=32	German Hoops	https://germanhoops.com/2014/07/12/the-2014-nba-summer-league-danilo-barthel-watch-game-five-against-the-oklahoma-thunder/	In the home land of Danilo Barthel in Germany, the last days have been buzzing with soccer talk and the world cup final between Germany and Argentina approaching while in Orlando, Florida where the Heidelberg native is taking part in the Summer League, he can easily focus on basketball, basketball and basketball. He will be able to concentrate on this big sports event on his free day on Sunday in Las Vegas when he can sit back at noon time with a Vegas Strip Dog or paella valenciana and wash it all down with some Powerade or Gatorade while enjoying some more records being done by Thomas Mueller or Miroslav Klose. However Before he could relax in Las Vegas before taking the court again, he had to take care of some last business in Orlando with his last NBA Summer League game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Barthel competed against some well known basketball names like Andre Roberson, Mitch Mcgary or Nolan Smith, but there was one player he knew all to well about as he had lost twice last season to Michael Stockton and Ludwigsburg by not more than a combined three points in both games. In the first meeting Ludwigsburg were behind by 15 points until Americans Keaton Grant and CJ Harris pulled out their reserves and took apart the Fraport Skyliners while in Ludwigsburg, it was Coby Karl who drew a technical foul on Quantez Robertson and Adam Waleskowski that hauled down an offensive rebound and made the put back for the bitter 77-76 loss for Barthel and Frankfurt. Stockton and Barthel didn´t overly shine on the court then in Germany, but now had another chance to battle on the court as the German didn´t want to leave the court a loser against the Washington native three times in a row. After having a DNP in the fourth game in Orlando against the Indiana Pacers, Barthel was back on the court again in a meaningless last game at the 2014 NBA Summer League in Orlando. After the Philadelphia 76ers had beaten the Memphis Grizzlies in the championship game, it was time for the last game of the day the game for seventh place between the Miami Heat and Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite some high flyer names like ex Uconn Huskie Jeremy Lamb and Steven Adams sitting out the game and Miami Heat James Ennis not playing, the game had enough highlights and the announcement of Lebron James heading home to the Cavs may have been the buzz in the Orlando Magic practice facility, but at the end of 40 minutes North Dakota native Tyler Johnson had created his own electrifying verve that had scouts and GM´s putting that name down on their note pad. The Oklahoma Thunder had the better start in the first quarter and controlled the game and even had a comfortable 10 point lead as all five Thunder starters scored and it really didn´t matter where the Kevin Durant team shot from, they were perfect making 10 of 10 shots. Miami didn´t have a healthy Shabazz Napier who had a bruised right thumb that was severely hampering his play. Barthel had some competition with Perry Jones and later Mitch Mcgary to defend. The first good offensive play was Barthel on the fast break finding Andre Dawkins for the easy lay up and assist. However this game lived from amazing highlights that started with a massive block from 6.4 guard Tyler Johnson on 6,8 Marcus Lewis. Johnson would have many more amazing plays for the ESPN Sports Center top 10 plays. What Dominique Wilkins was to the Atlanta Hawks as the human highlight film. people at Fresno State would be proud if Johnson was crowned with the mini human highlight film nickname. After a very high scoring first quarter, the Thunder had the 35-29 lead. In the second quarter, Fraport Skyliner Danilo Barthel was on the floor from the get go and was more involved with the offense than in game three. Every second on the court will help a player gain more experience, but as a young player you are still going to make mistakes and be up and down as was the case with the Beko BBL most improved player. He started off the second quarter with a soft two handed stuff where the Miami Heat displayed fine team basketball. Barthel played very solid defense in the first few minutes as he forced a turnover and one really notices how quick the German is especially when he is showing his lateral movement getting up to trap the guards and then being like a flash of lightening and getting back into the paint. His next big play was almost programed when Jones came down on the fast break from the left and Barthel was already at the hoop and was just waiting to sky high and swat the ball away which he did into the second row. There really wasn´t much Jones could have done on that play since he had no teammates to dish the ball to. In the last minutes of the second quarter, Barthel continued to get shots, but his three pointer just wasn´t falling as they were all open three pointers. He was beat a few times on defense and even put up an air ball that Justin Hamilton caught and made a put back giving Barthel a lucky assist. Michael Stockton also came into the game and did a good job in the few minutes he was in to always be aggressive on offense with his playmaking and finding his teammates. Oklahoma had led by as much as 15 points, but Miami kept chipping away at the lead and cut the lead down to two points as the Thunder led 60-58 at the break as Mcgary made a buzzer beater bank shot. It was the highlight game for Johnson as the gym got loud when he dunked home a Dawkins miss. Dawkins had 21 points and Hamilton 15 points at halftime. In the first few minutes of the third quarter, the game was very sloppy, but the Miami Heat were still able to shoot a very high percentage form the field at 52% and they even had the 69-66 lead. Barthel entered the game again at the 5.30 minute mark. The German did a good job rebounding the ball, but his shot continued not wanting to drop and he had a traveling call for a turnover where his pivot foot was sliding a bit. He got to the free throw line twice making three of four free throws as on one play he showed again how well he can and likes to run the floor on the fast break. Barthel stayed in the game at the start of the fourth quarter, but his misfortune continued as he couldn´t hit the ocean if he was standing right there on the beach in neighboring Sarasota. With there being no foul rule in the NBA Summer League, Barthel reached a milestone that no player playing in Europe will ever achieve not even a Baby Shaq Sofoklis Schortsanitis who can only get the five hit upon him in a 40 minute game as the German got his sixth foul and could have stayed in the game as you can keep playing. Barthel then did depart the game and Stockton came in again. Tyler Johnson wasn´t done yet either as he had that ESPN top 10 plays dancing in his mind and he had two more worthy for the countdown as he came in from the wing and dunked two handed and soon after came down on the fast break and fed Honeycutt perfectly for the hard ally-op dunk. Oklahoma kept their nerves under control in the last two minutes as Andre Roberson and J Huestis hit shots giving Oklahoma the 103-98 victory. The final stat line for Danilo Barthel was six points, four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and three turnovers on 1/7 shooting in 21 minutes. Michael Stockton had one steal, one assist and one turnover in 3.53 minutes played. Barthel was unable to get revenge on Stockton as he beat him again and now leads their head to head series 3-0. Barthel had a very productive week as he did many good things on the court, but also made mistakes. If he had hit half of his open three pointers against the Thunder, he would have ended with 15 points and had some more eye brows raised from coaches and general managers attending the games. The pace of the game is very fast and unlike in the NBA, defense does get played in the NBA Summer League, because players want to impress. The big winner of the Miami Heat squad was rookie Tyler Johnson. With his solid and spectacular play, he could land a spot in an NBA team training camp. If he doesn´t reach the NBA, he will be a very desired player in Europe. This guy could be a star in the Beko BBL. Barthel now heads off to the Sun city Las Vegas where he will play more games next week with the Miami Heat. He will hop a plane to Las Vegas and be back on the court Saturday night at 7pm against the Houston Rockets and battle players like Jabari Brown and a familiar face with Chris Kramer who has played in Germany since 2011. Barthel probably will get some shut eye on the plane ride to Las Vegas and could be dreaming about Manuel Neuer making the last save in the penalty kicks to help Germany win the 2014 World Cup or about one of the breathtaking Tyler Johnson dunks in Orlando
1010	dbpedia	2	65	https://www.biocon.com/biocon-q3fy24-revenue/	en	Biocon Q3FY24 Revenue at Rs 4,519 Cr, Up 50%; Biosimilars Up 65%; Research Services Up 9%; EBITDA at Rs 1,492 Cr, Up 106%; Net Profit at Rs 660 Cr Pre	https://www.biocon.com/w…con-01-50x50.png	https://www.biocon.com/w…con-01-50x50.png	[ "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Biocon-Logo-Main.png", "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Biocon-Logo-Main.png", "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Biocon-Q3FY24-Revenue.jpg", "https://www.biocon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/downloadicon-01-50x50.png", "h...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "BIOCON" ]	2024-02-08T15:38:33+00:00		en	https://www.biocon.com/w…0/05/favicon.svg	Biocon	https://www.biocon.com/biocon-q3fy24-revenue/	Leadership Comments BIOCON GROUP “Biocon delivered Consolidated Revenue of Rs 4,519 crore for Q3FY24, driven by 65% growth in Biosimilars and 9% growth in Research Services. Consolidated EBITDA at Rs 1,492 crore grew by 106%. Net Profit, boosted by other income, stood at Rs 660 crore. “A key milestone this quarter was the successful conclusion of the transition of the acquired business by Biocon Biologics and a pre-payment of ~USD 200 million towards the acquisition-related debt reduction. Steady market shares for key biosimilars in the U.S. and EU were complemented by the Emerging Markets performance which saw a number of new product launches and tender wins. “We continue to make steady progress towards strengthening the foundation for a sustainable growth across all three business segments.” — Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Executive Chairperson, Biocon and Biocon Biologics BIOCON GENERICS “The Generics business delivered 4% sequential revenue growth in the third quarter, driven by higher API sales. “The year-on-year performance, however, was muted on account of continued pricing pressure that impacted customer offtake in our API business, compared to the previous fiscal. This was partially offset by growth in our Generic Formulations portfolio. While we expect pricing pressure in the API business to persist, we continue our focus on driving cost and execution efficiencies throughout the business, to mitigate future impact. “We received a tentative approval of our ANDA for Dasatinib tablets from the U.S. FDA recently, which reinforces our strategy to vertically integrate complex, difficult-to-make products.” — Siddharth Mittal, CEO & Managing Director, Biocon Limited BIOCON BIOLOGICS “Biocon Biologics successfully completed the complex, accelerated integration of the entire acquired business across 120+ countries, one year ahead of plan, transforming us into a unique, fully integrated, ‘lab-to market’ leading global biosimilars player. Our focus has been on preserving value, business continuity and ensuring a seamless experience for our patients, customers, and partners across the world. This success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and advisors. “During the quarter, the business delivered 65% year-on-year growth as we continued to see robust demand for our products with market shares increasing across geographies. We onboarded new customers and won several key tenders.” — Shreehas Tambe, CEO & Managing Director, Biocon Biologics Limited SYNGENE “Syngene reported a revenue growth of 9% year-on-year in the third quarter on the back of good performance by Dedicated Centers, Development and Manufacturing divisions. Though demand in our Discovery Services division was impacted during the quarter by headwinds in the U.S. biotech segment, we are starting to see early signs of funding levels stabilizing. Our business model remains resilient, and we are continuing to invest in scientific capabilities and important enterprise projects as industry fundamentals for pharma outsourcing remain positive for the medium-to-long term.” — Jonathan Hunt, CEO & Managing Director, Syngene CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTS Board Announcements Biocon Biologics Limited Nicholas Robert Haggar has been appointed as an Independent Director on the Board of Biocon Biologics Limited for a period of three years with effect from February 6, 2024. He has over 30 years of experience in leading and building pharmaceutical and healthcare enterprises and has been successfully guiding innovation and increasing access to medicines with deep commitment to patients, compliance, quality and sustainability. He has been a part of Biocon Limited’s Board as an Additional Director, since September 2023. Nicholas has held the position of CEO, Zentiva SA; CEO, Insud Pharma SL; President of Medicines for Europe; and Regional Director, Sandoz. He is currently the CEO & Founder of HealthQube Ltd and a Non-Executive Director of Zentiva. Management Announcements Biocon Limited Nitin Prabhakar Shenoy has been appointed as Head of IT & Digital Transformation, Biocon Limited. Nitin brings with him nearly three decades of experience in IT operations, SAP delivery including support, implementation and pre-sales, assessment and design of MES systems. Awards & Recognitions ESG Practices: Biocon (including Biocon Biologics) Biocon has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 for the second year in a row, based on its 2023 Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The Company has improved its S&P Global ESG Score to 63 from 52 previously. Biocon continues to be a member of the DJSI Emerging Markets Indexfor the third year in a row. Biocon Biologics has been recognized by the ‘Life at Work Awards’ as one of the Top 3 companies for Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in Malaysia. Intellectual Property Strategy Biocon Biologics has been included in the ASIA IP ELITE list for 2023 by IAM (Intellectual Asset Management), the world’s biggest IP publication. Biocon Biologics also won the CII’s Special Appreciation IP Award 2023 at the 9th International Conference on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Operational & Quality Excellence Biocon won the prestigious Jury Champion Award in the ‘Breakthrough Category’ at the 46th CII National Kaizen Competition and two awards at QCFI’s 37th National Convention on Quality Concept 2023. Biocon Biologics won 3 awards in the 4th National Challenger’s Trophy event as part of the 46th CII National Kaizen Competition and one award at QCFI’s 37th National Convention on Quality Concept 2023. These awards recognize the best industry practices for quality and operational excellence. People Practices Biocon Biologics has been recognized among the ‘100 Best Companies for Women’ and ‘Top 100 Exemplars of Inclusion’ in India for the sixth time in a row by Avtar & Seramount. Business Highlights GENERICS: APIs & Generic Formulations Q3FY24 Revenue at Rs 703 Crore down by 7% (YoY) from Rs 760 Crore in Q3FY23. Business Performance Performance during the quarter saw sequential revenue growth, led by higher API sales. The subdued year-on-year performance was due to pricing pressure in the API business that impacted customer offtake, which was partially offset by sustained growth across most of the Generic Formulation products. The Company received its first Generic Formulations approval in China for Mycophenolate Sodium (MPS), an immunosuppressant used to help prevent organ transplant rejection. This paves the way for the Company’s finished dosage formulations foray into China, a key strategic market. Biocon also received a tentative approval for Dasatinib tablets, for 20 mg, 50 mg, 70 mg, 80 mg, 100 mg, and 140 mg strengths, from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recently. Dasatinib is indicated for use in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome positive chronic myeloid leukemia in adults. It is also used to treat Philadelphia chromosome positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia in adults with resistance or intolerance to prior therapy. TGA Australia completed an inspection of the Company’s API facility in Visakhapatnam with no critical observations. The API facility at Hyderabad also underwent a remote inspection by Cofepris, Mexico, with two observations, for which responses have been submitted. Post completion of process validation at the Company’s greenfield immunosuppressants facility in Visakhapatnam, the site obtained a Certification of Suitability (CEP) from the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines (EDQM). The Company expects the site to be inspected and qualified by other regulatory authorities during the next fiscal, enabling commercialization of its products across geographies. Process validation at the Company’s large volume peptides facility at Bengaluru was successfully completed during the quarter. At the Synthetic API facility in Hyderabad, process validation was initiated. BIOSIMILARS: Biocon Biologics Limited (BBL) Q3FY24 Revenue at Rs 2,483 Crore, up 65% (YoY) from Rs 1,507 Crore in Q3FY23. Reduced the acquisition debt by USD 200 million. Preserved, consolidated and built business post successful integration. Served 5.5+ million patients (MAT December 2023) ## ##12-month moving annual patient population (January 2023 to December 2023) Business Performance Biocon Biologics reported a YoY growth of 65% for Q3FY24 with revenue at Rs 2,483 crore, demonstrating its ability to maintain its growth momentum while completing the complex and accelerated integration of the acquired biosimilars business. In this quarter, Biocon Biologics successfully completed its transition to a fully integrated, ‘lab-to-market’ global biosimilars enterprise with a presence across 120+ countries. During this time of rapid operational transformation, the Company successfully maintained business continuity while seamlessly serving patients, partners, and customers worldwide and securing new customers and tenders in both Advanced and Emerging Markets. EBITDA for the quarter reported a growth of 98% at Rs 714 crore, representing an EBITDA margin of 29%. During the quarter, Net R&D investments stood at Rs 265 crore, representing 11% of Biocon Biologics’ revenue for the quarter, reflecting the advancement of our biosimilars pipeline. Core EBITDA at Rs 587 crore, with Core EBITDA margins at 28%, were impacted on account of a series of transition related expenses and one-off costs. Biocon Biologics prepaid ~USD 200 million towards reducing the acquisition-related debt during the quarter. Advanced Markets North America@ Biocon Biologics sharpened its focus on a self-led commercial model in North America, following the seamless integration of people and business operations. The Company’s products maintained momentum and showed resiliency in a dynamic market in the immediate quarter post the integration of the acquired biosimilars business. It expanded market access across all therapeutic segments in the U.S., making strides in insulins and oncology portfolios and securing several immunology formulary wins. Biocon Biologics drove an uptick in sales of unbranded bGlargine with a closed-door pharmacy network even as unbranded bGlargine along with Semglee® held market share steady at ~12%. Fulphila® (bPegfilgrastim) maintained ~18% market share in the U.S. The Company won three new contracts, including a sole-source contract from a large group purchasing organization (GPO) for the pre-filled syringe presentation of its bPegfilgrastim. Ogivri® (bTrastuzumab), which reported a market share of ~12% in U.S., secured three new contracts, including a large GPO agreement. In line with the improvement in market adoption of biosimilar Adalimumab in the U.S., Biocon Biologics successfully secured two contracts for its unbranded bAdalimumab, both commencing in February 2024. Europe and JANZ& By the end of Q3FY24, Biocon Biologics successfully integrated the acquired biosimilars business across more than 30 countries in Europe as well as Japan, Australia and New Zealand (JANZ). In Europe, the market share for Fulphila® grew to 8% in Q3. Existing in-market products such as Ogivri®, Abevmy®, and Hulio® held steady market shares at 6% each across the region. In Australia, Ogivri® holds a strong ~16% market share. The Company has partnered with Sandoz granting it exclusive rights to promote, sell and distribute “Adalimumab BS for subcutaneous injection [FKB]” * in Japan. Emerging Markets (EMs) Following the successful transition of 85+ Emerging Markets to Biocon Biologics, the Company has augmented its focus on nine self-led markets and all other partner-led countries. The Company also onboarded new partners for its products in many countries in APAC, LATAM and AFMET. In Q3FY24, Biocon Biologics ensured business continuity in both partner- and self-led markets. It pursued new growth avenues by winning several tenders for its products, including for the acquired business in territories like Tunisia, Libya and Ukraine, in addition to obtaining numerous approvals for key biosimilars across EMs. With the launch of Abevmy® (bBevacizumab), Biocon Biologics has initiated its ‘direct to market’ journey in Brazil, which is the largest market for this molecule in LATAM. Innovator sales for Bevacizumab in Brazil are over USD 175 million^^^. The Company is seeing positive traction for Abevmy® despite the presence of multiple players in the market. Expanding Insulins Access Biocon Biologics is addressing the challenge of insulin inequity through its Market Access programs in several countries. In Q3FY24, the Company supplied its bGlargine at subsidized rates for the benefit of ~100 young people with Type 1 diabetes in Myanmar. The Company also donated 12,500 bGlargine pens and 1,000 vials to the U.S.-based ‘Insulin for Life’, a non-profit organization that provides donated supplies to partner clinics and hospitals. It addresses the needs of patients with diabetes in LMICs (low- and middle-income countries) around the world. Regulatory & Clinical Updates Key highlights include initiation of global Phase 3 clinical trials for bPertuzumab and a marketing authorization approval for YESAFILI® (bAflibercept) from MHRA, UK. @ North America: Market shares based on IQVIA November 2023 data.” & Europe & JANZ: Market shares based on IQVIA Q3 CY2023 data. *Fujifilm Kyowa Kirin Biologics Co. Ltd. is a Marketing Authorization Holder in Japan. ^^^Emerging Markets: Bevacizumab Innovator Sales in Brazil; Source: FMB+NRC Reference MAT August 2023. About Biocon Limited: Biocon Limited, publicly listed in 2004, (BSE code: 532523, NSE Id: BIOCON, ISIN Id: INE376G01013) is an innovation-led global biopharmaceuticals company committed to enhance affordable access to complex therapies for chronic conditions like diabetes, cancer and autoimmune. It has developed and commercialized novel biologics, biosimilars, and complex small molecule APIs in India and several key global markets as well as Generic Formulations in the US, Europe & key emerging markets. It also has a pipeline of promising novel assets in immunotherapy under development. Website: www.biocon.com; Follow-us on Twitter: @bioconlimited for company updates. Biocon Biologics Limited (BBL), a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd., is a unique, fully integrated, global biosimilars company committed to transforming healthcare and transforming lives by enabling affordable access to high quality biosimilars for millions of patients worldwide. It is leveraging cutting-edge science, innovative tech platforms, global scale manufacturing capabilities and world-class quality systems to lower costs of biological therapeutics while improving healthcare outcomes. BBL has integrated the acquired global biosimilars business of its long-standing partner Viatris, which is a historic milestone in its value creation journey. Biocon Biologics has commercialized eight biosimilars in key emerging markets and advanced markets like U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, and Japan. The Company has a pipeline of 20 biosimilar assets across diabetology, oncology, immunology, ophthalmology, and other non-communicable diseases. It has many ‘firsts’ to its credit in the biosimilars industry. As part of its environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitment, BBL is advancing the health of patients, people, and the planet to achieve key UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 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1010	dbpedia	2	32	https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/marvin-f-shienbaum-m-d/	en	Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Tampa	https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/favicon-1.ico	https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/favicon-1.ico	[ "https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Shienbaum_Logo_White-01.png", "https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Shienbaum_Logo_Black-01.png", "https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/instagram-pink-icon-e1638423039294.png", "https://ww...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	2014-09-11T09:38:43+00:00	Dr. Shienbaum is a board-certified plastic surgeon who serves patients across the Tampa area at Brandon Plastic Surgery, located in Brandon.		https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/favicon-1.ico	Brandon Plastic Surgery	https://www.brandonplasticsurgery.com/marvin-f-shienbaum-m-d/	Dr. Shienbaum has earned 2018 Top 100 Health Professionals by the International Biographical Centre or IBC. As a holder of this distinction, Dr. Shienbaum’s work has been noted as outstanding. These awards are among only 100 prestigious named healthcare individuals around the world, whose work is known as making a difference daily. Dr. Shienbaum will be recorded in the IBC hall of fame. The IBC is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally! earned 2018 Top 100 Health Professionals by the International Biographical Centre or IBC. As a holder of this distinction, Dr. Shienbaum’s work has been noted as outstanding. These awards are among only 100 prestigious named healthcare individuals around the world, whose work is known as making a difference daily. Dr. Shienbaum will be recorded in the IBC hall of fame. The IBC is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally! We hope to offer all our patients in the Tampa Bay, Brandon, and Lakeland, Florida areas a most informative and rewarding viewing and listening experience. Dr. Shienbaum has spent years of training in the field of Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. A graduate of Temple University, he went on to the Medical College of Pennsylvania for his medical degree. He completed his Surgical Internship at Maricopa County Hospital in Phoenix Arizona, his Otolaryngology Residency at New York Eye & Ear Infirmary, and his Plastic Surgery training at the Allentown Sacred Heart Hospitals, where he has chief residence. Dr. Shienbaum is double board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has been a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons for over twenty-five years. While maintaining a full-time, busy Plastic Surgery Practice, Dr. Shienbaum keeps an active lifestyle. He is a 15 mile-per-week runner, an avid long-distance biker, and a highly competitive and passionate tennis player. Dr. Shienbaum captains multiple USTA sanctioned tennis teams throughout the year, many of which played for the Florida State Championships. Dr. Shienbaum captained his team to the 2018 USTA National League Tennis Championships played at the National Tennis Center in Lake Nona, Florida. All seventeen USTA sections representing the entire United States competed. The team went undefeated until the semifinals, losing to California the eventual National Champions. The remarkable journey began in January of 2018 when the team won the Tampa (Hillsborough County) title to advance and ultimately win the Florida Sectional championships. The team members all consider it an honor and privilege to have represented Florida in the USTA National Tournament.
1010	dbpedia	1	71	https://ideas.repec.org/f/c/ple258.html	en	Loet Leydesdorff	https://ideas.repec.org/favicon.ico	https://ideas.repec.org/favicon.ico	[ "https://ideas.repec.org/ideas4.jpg", "https://ideas.repec.org/ideas4.jpg", "https://ideas.repec.org/images/mastodon.svg" ]	[]	[]	[ "Loet Leydesdorff", "Economics", "Author", "Research", "IDEAS" ]	null	[]	null	Loet Leydesdorff: current contact information and listing of economic research of this author provided by RePEc/IDEAS		/favicon.ico		null	Some searches may not work properly. We apologize for the inconvenience. My authors Follow this author
1010	dbpedia	2	24	https://www.brisbaneheat.com.au/news/3969690/award-winners-crowned	en	Award Winners Crowned	https://resources.brisba…-Web-Article.png	https://resources.brisba…-Web-Article.png	[ "https://resources.brisbane-heat.pulselive.com/brisbane-heat/document/2023/04/26/40b6eeff-f538-4d2f-84b5-7a3b94cea8dd/brisbane-heat.svg", "https://resources.brisbane-heat.pulselive.com/brisbane-heat/photo/2023/05/24/f723bf2e-6b4f-47a5-9126-055719bf5626/Brisbane-Heat-Logo-White.png" ]	[]	[]	[ "text" ]	null	[ "Brisbane Heat Media" ]	2024-04-15T23:47:58+00:00	A host of first-time winners were the highlight of last week's 2023-24 Queensland Cricket Awards…	en	/resources/ver/v1.10.8/assets/brisbane-heat/apple-touch-icon.png		https://www.brisbaneheat.com.au/news/3969690/award-winners-crowned	Rising allrounder Charli Knott claimed her inaugural win in the Jodie Purves Trophy for performances across the season with the Queensland Fire and WBBL Brisbane Heat. BBL\|13 championship winner Xavier Bartlett’s effort in finishing as the competition’s leading wicket-taker was further highlighted with his inaugural win as the BBL Heat MVP to cap off a memorable campaign. Get your hands on the limited edition BBL13 CHAMPIONS TEE! Breaking the trend, New Zealand star Amelia Kerr was awarded the WBBL Heat MVP award for the second season in a row, producing key innings across the competition including top scoring in two Finals matches. Knott, 21, took out the premier women’s cricket award that was launched last year to recognise the contribution of former Queensland and Australian captain Jodie Purves. Knott flourished in the Weber Women’s Big Bash League and Women’s National Cricket League, taking her to the fringes of national selection. Playing predominantly as a middle to lower order finisher for the Heat, she scored 220 runs at a strike rate of 147.65, while taking 10 wickets, often bowling with the new ball. She was named as the WBBL Young Gun award – for players aged 21 or under during the tournament – by the National Selection Panel. In the WNCL, her stand-out innings came in the Final, hitting 11 fours in a career-best one-day knock of 73 from 61 balls as the Fire made 248. She was also named captain of the CA Gold team that played a three-day match at the end of the summer. Other awards presented on the night included the Pike-Maher Medal to Fire and Heat batter Mikayla Hinkley for her strong commitment to advancing the growth and impact of Indigenous cricket. Hinkley, a proud First Nations woman, featured in the development of Queensland Cricket’s inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan launched last year and the on-going education and promotion process around the Brisbane Heat’s Indigenous playing strip worn in the WBBL and BBL that she helped to design. She again was a passionate advocate for the Heat club’s First Nations story-telling contained on the playing shirts, taking part in jersey presentations to the WBBL squad this season which incorporated members of the Queensland Women’s Indigenous team. Hinkley, who toured with the Australian Indigenous team last year to Vanuatu where she filled a mentoring role within the squad, spent valuable time with young female Indigenous players across the season to help them successfully navigate a pathway in their chosen sport. The Pike-Maher Medal is named in honour of former Queensland and Australian players Kirsten Pike and Jimmy Maher and presented to a Queensland male or female player who has played a major role in creating a positive difference in their communities through charitable and community contributions.
1010	dbpedia	2	73	https://www.cheshire-live.co.uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenixs-cj-gettys-wins-14134340	en	Cheshire Phoenix's CJ Gettys wins second straight BBL Player of the Month award	https://i2-prod.cheshire…090118gettys.jpg	https://i2-prod.cheshire…090118gettys.jpg	[ "https://i2-prod.cheshire-live.co.uk/sport/article14134324.ece/ALTERNATES/s508/PWR_CHS_090118gettys.jpg 508w, https://i2-prod.cheshire-live.co.uk/sport/article14134324.ece/ALTERNATES/s810/PWR_CHS_090118gettys.jpg 810w", "https://i2-prod.cheshire-live.co.uk/sport/article14126031.ece/ALTERNATES/s458/PWR_CHS_080117n...	[]	[]	[ "Basketball", "Cheshire Phoenix" ]	null	[ "(Image: Adam Day Photography)", "(Image: Joey Brumby)", "Paul Wheelock", "paul-wheelock" ]	2018-01-10T08:56:20+00:00	The Phoenix star averaged 23.4 points per game in prolific December	en	https://s2-prod.cheshire-live.co.uk/@trinitymirrordigital/chameleon-branding/publications/chesterchronicle/img/favicon.2a5ce22ca5fa93c8.ico	Cheshire Live	https://www.cheshire-live.co.uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenixs-cj-gettys-wins-14134340	Cheshire Phoenix star CJ Gettys has made it back-to-back Molten BBL Player of the Month awards. Having landed the accolade for November , the 7ft centre continued his blistering form last month. And that has resulted in Gettys being named the league’s player of the month for December. The second top scorer during the month with a prolific 23.4 points per game across his five outings, the American big man was lethal in and around the hoop after shooting a super 66% from the floor. Helping to take the Nix to the 2018 BBL Cup Final on Sunday, January 28 at Arena Birmingham, Gettys also did the business on the glass with 8.6 boards per game. The summer signing fought off competition from Newcastle Eagles’ standout Jaysean Paige to take December’s honour. Nix head coach Ben Thomas: “He deserves it. He’s been doing really well. “He’s come from a role in his college team, where he wasn’t really the standout player, whereas here we’ve given him a lot of freedom, and he’s just flourishing under it. “He’s working really hard in training all the time and he deserves all the success that he’s getting. He really does. “Hopefully he’s going to carry on to help our team to get to where we want to be.” Gettys had to play a supporting part in Cheshire’s 83-70 BBL Championship win at Plymouth Raiders on Sunday. But Malcolm Riley and Raheem May-Thompson have been recognised for their starring roles in the victory. Riley, who turned 25 on Monday, was named in the BBL All-Star Five for the third time season after raining down 24 points and only missing out on a double-double by one rebound. The birthday boy also harvested 25 assists and two steals. May-Thompson, who also scored 24 points, made it on to the bench in the weekly pick of the weekend’s top performers.
1010	dbpedia	1	51	https://www.academia.edu/34368994/Advanced_Technologies_in_Rehabilitation	en	Advanced Technologies in Rehabilitation	http://a.academia-assets.com/images/open-graph-icons/fb-paper.gif	http://a.academia-assets.com/images/open-graph-icons/fb-paper.gif	[ "https://a.academia-assets.com/images/academia-logo-redesign-2015-A.svg", "https://a.academia-assets.com/images/academia-logo-redesign-2015.svg", "https://a.academia-assets.com/images/single_work_splash/adobe.icon.svg", "https://0.academia-photos.com/attachment_thumbnails/54258057/mini_magick20190117-28873-kt...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Giuseppe Riva", "independent.academia.edu" ]	2017-08-27T00:00:00	The goal of this book is to bring together ideas from several different disciplines in order to examine the focus and aims that drive rehabilitation intervention and technology development. Specifically, the chapters in this book address the				https://www.academia.edu/34368994/Advanced_Technologies_in_Rehabilitation	This article aims to investigate and explore present rehabilitation technology. Through the accumulated results of this review, we will summarise the support and benefits that the emergence of technologies in medicine provides. The primary objective of this study is to demonstrate how patient rehabilitation is evolving compared to traditional rehabilitation. The initial search identified 113 titles in the databases; 18 duplicate articles were removed automatically. The remaining 95 articles were examined by title and abstract, which resulted in the elimination of 59 studies. The full texts of the remaining 36 articles were read and evaluated; nine articles were excluded because they did not satisfy the inclusion criteria established for this study. At the evaluation stage, nine studies were thrown out because they did not fit into the medical fields that the research was looking into or because there was not enough data and information to analyse or rate the results. Other studies were excluded from the full-text evaluation because the study sample was not specified. Technology integration into rehabilitation presents obstacles such as high costs and limited accessibility. Researchers, medicinal professionals, and the technology industry must work together to develop more effective and cost-effective solutions. Nevertheless, these obstacles pale in comparison to the patient benefits of technology. In order to maximise the benefits and surmount the current challenges, it will be necessary to continue the research and development of these technologies in the future. This article critically examines the integration of medical devices into physiotherapy, a paradigm shift in rehabilitation methods. Traditionally, physiotherapy has relied on manual techniques and exercise-based interventions. However, the advent of innovative medical devices has begun to transform the field, offering new opportunities for diagnosis, treatment, and patient engagement. This review delves into the historical evolution of physiotherapy, highlighting how technological advancements have been incorporated into practice. The benefits of this integration are explored, emphasizing enhanced diagnostic accuracy, improved treatment outcomes, and increased patient participation. Simultaneously, the article addresses the challenges and criticisms that accompany the use of medical devices in physiotherapy, including technical complexities, ethical concerns, and resistance from traditional practitioners. A comparative analysis between conventional methods and modern, device-integrated approaches is presented, evaluating their effectiveness and impact on patient care. The article also speculates on future developments in physiotherapy, considering the potential of emerging technologies and their implications for healthcare systems. In conclusion, while the integration of medical devices in physiotherapy presents challenges, it also offers significant opportunities for advancing patient care, warranting further exploration and acceptance in mainstream rehabilitation practices. Rehabilitation is placing increasing emphasis on the construct of empowerment as the final goal of any treatment approach. This reflects a shift in focus from deficits and dependence to assets and independence. According to this approach, rehabilitation should aim to improve the quality of the life of the individual by means of effective support to his/her activity and interaction. Here we suggest that advanced technologies can play a significant role in this process.
1010	dbpedia	2	53	https://www.sportspromedia.com/insights/analysis/bbl-777-partners-british-basketball-investment-funding-interview/	en	The BBL and 777 Partners: Will UK£7m be enough to correct years of underinvestment in British basketball?	https://www.sportspromed…1T144657.764.png	https://www.sportspromed…1T144657.764.png	[ "https://www.sportspromedia.com/wp-content/themes/sportsProMedia/assets/img/SP_logo.png", "https://www.sportspromedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Copy-of-Copy-of-WP-News-story-template-2022-02-11T144657.764.png", "https://www.sportspromedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Copy-of-Copy-of-WP-News-story-templat...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Sam Carp" ]	2022-02-14T08:30:00+00:00	SportsPro spoke to the BBL and 777 Partners to hear why they believe their UK£7m investment deal is a new beginning for the professional game and not just another false dawn.	en	https://www.sportspromed…pped-spicon.jpeg	SportsPro	https://www.sportspromedia.com/insights/analysis/bbl-777-partners-british-basketball-investment-funding-interview/	In 2014, British basketball claimed it had been left to fend for itself after being stripped of millions of pounds of Olympic funding by government agency UK Sport. It was a decision taken on the back of London 2012, an event that it was claimed would create a lasting legacy for basketball in the host nation but in reality delivered another blow in a long list of setbacks that have hindered the game’s development. But it was also a decision that failed to take into account the participatory power of the sport in the UK, its enduring impact in minority and low socio-economic communities, and the value of having something to aspire to. In many ways the move summed up the attitude to basketball from those responsible for supporting it. The story of the sport in the UK to date has been one of chronic underinvestment, disjointed thinking and curbed potential. And yet despite an overwhelming sense of neglect, the most recently available Sport England data shows that the game is the second most-played team sport in a market where it also competes with the likes of rugby, soccer and cricket. So where, exactly, has it all gone wrong? Few people are better versed in the politics of British basketball than Kevin Routledge, who was present in the Manchester United boardroom when the British Basketball League (BBL) was formed in 1987 and today serves as a director on the professional competition’s board. It is therefore of little surprise to hear the Canadian refer to basketball in the UK as “a great unrealised asset”. “It has a lot going for it in terms of addressing playing sport, physical activity, but actually wider social issues,” says Routledge, who has been involved with the game in the UK in various guises since 1974. “But one place it is not played at any amount is public schools. And ultimately, who makes the decisions on what we all do and where the money gets spent in this country? We’ve never had a great deal of political support overtly or behind closed doors in the smoke-filled rooms where it all gets decided what we do and how much is spent on it. “There’s been several goes at it. But what’s never happened is there’s never been targeted investment at the league level. So you’re depending on clubs, and then you’re depending on the owners of sports clubs, getting on and sharing a common vision. That’s really difficult.” British basketball saw its funding cut in the wake of the London 2012 Olympic Games There is optimism, though, that a deal announced just before Christmas can apply the shot in the arm that British basketball so desperately needs. That agreement has seen the BBL sell a 45 per cent stake to private investment firm 777 Partners, which in return will put UK£7 million (US$9.5 million) towards an ambitious plan that it hopes will, over time, fuel further funding that touches every level of the sport. Yet British basketball has been victim to several false dawns over the years when it comes to developing the professional game. In late 2012, the Euroleague announced it would bring its final four to London and claimed that the champion-crowning event would be one of several initiatives designed to help grow interest in the BBL. A year later, plans were rolled out for the British Basketball Association (BBA), a new competition backed by retired National Basketball Association (NBA) star John Amaechi that aimed to rival both the BBL and other leagues in Europe. Routledge also reveals that the BBL previously held talks with Liberty prior to the media giant’s takeover of Formula One, while discussions were ongoing with a Middle Eastern group before Miami-based 777 entered the fray in June 2020. One place it is not played at any amount is public schools. And ultimately, who makes the decisions on what we all do and where the money gets spent in this country? Kevin Routledge, Director, British Basketball League and Chairman, Leicester Riders It’s worth noting at this stage that 777 is no stranger to British basketball. Among its portfolio of professional sports team investments, which include Italian soccer club Genoa and LaLiga outfit Sevilla, are the London Lions, the BBL side who, under their new owners, have aspirations of becoming a force in European basketball. That may raise questions over a conflict of interest, but Routledge says he is “satisfied” that updates to league rules will ensure that the clubs jointly retain the majority of control. What’s more is that there appears to be an acknowledgement on the investor side that the Lions can only grow if the league grows with them. “We’re pretty bullish for a number of reasons that this should be the second biggest basketball league behind the NBA,” Lenz Balan, a vice president at 777, tells SportsPro. “That is not because we think that we’re some geniuses that can figure out something that nobody’s figured out before, but because we’ve seen it done before.” To illustrate that point, Balan highlights Australia’s National Basketball League (NBL), which itself was on a road to nowhere in 2015 before then Melbourne United owner Larry Kestelman paid AUS$7 million for a controlling stake in the competition. Now, a little over five years later, the NBL has a AUS$45 million (US$32 million) domestic television deal and is widely considered to be one of the top professional leagues outside the US. “We just happen to think that the UK is an even better market for the same kind of turnaround story,” Balan continues. “And we happen to think that, in this sort of digital age, where content matters the most and being able to tell stories matters the most, you can accelerate the process that the NBL went through. So we think from a return perspective, it makes a lot of sense.” 777 Partners believes that the BBL can emulate the success of Australia’s NBL, which has experienced exponential growth since being acquired by Larry Kestelman (right) Those are lofty aspirations, especially for a league which was granted a government bailout a little over 12 months ago. That was also the case for competitions in other sports to aid their Covid recovery, but few of those are starting from as far back as the BBL, which has seen a carousel of clubs come and go over the years simply because they haven’t been able to keep up with the costs of operating a team. Routledge doubles as the owner of the Leicester Riders, the oldest club in the BBL and one of only a handful in the league that plays at its own venue. Others stage their games at either owned or rented arenas which range from 750 seats to 6,500 in capacity. With that in mind, it is no surprise that improving arenas and training facilities was one of several objectives outlined in a press release detailing 777’s investment, which will also contribute towards a digital transformation strategy, the creation of an expanded leadership team and the adoption of new technologies, as well as developing officials, upskilling gameday delivery teams and supporting clubs on operational, content and marketing initiatives. The ten-team league has also set itself the target of adding at least four new franchises within the next five years. It was recently revealed that a consortium led by former BBL commercial director Bob Hope is looking to bring a professional outfit back to Birmingham, whose Utilita Arena hosted the recent BBL Cup final in front of a record crowd. Routledge also acknowledges Edinburgh and Liverpool as possible destinations, but adds that there are “a number of other places” the league is looking at, stressing that “we are not in a hurry”. Clearly, though, there is a to-do list with many boxes to tick. So is UK£7 million really enough to deliver all that and correct the many years of underinvestment in the sport? “UK£7 million is never going to meet our ambitions, there’s no way it’s enough,” Routledge admits. “The way the world works is you get a good idea, you get investment, you deliver, then other people want to invest off the back of it. So what we are looking to do is invest, show success, and encourage other investments at the franchise level. “As well as having money, 777 have access to lots of people with money because they move in those circles. They’re tied into people. And again, the beauty of basketball and the UK is there’s all these Americans who will be encouraged. And if they see success, they’ll want to latch onto it.” One option, of course, would be for 777 to increase its stake further down the line, but Balan says it is too early to think about that, declaring that the company is “focusing on executing what’s in front of us”. According to Routledge, that will involve meeting some “very aggressive revenue targets”. And in terms of how future turnover might be shared, Balan reveals that 777 will be reinvesting any profits back into the league “immediately”. “We’re in this for the long run,” he adds. “So if that means we have to continue to make further investments than that, then that’s exactly what we’ll do and try to do what we can to grow the league.” The Leicester Riders are one of a handful of BBL clubs who play at their own arena Routledge says the BBL has mapped out both a 120-day plan and a five-year plan, and there are some areas that it will be easier to upgrade sooner than others. Appointing a chief executive will therefore no doubt be a priority, while the league last week started advertising for a broadcast and content manager. Yet where the BBL is hoping to be more aggressive is in enhancing its digital infrastructure. A domestic broadcast deal signed with pay-TV network Sky Sports in late 2020 put an end to several years of sporadic television coverage of the competition, but that alone, coupled with the BBL Player streaming service, will only do so much to grow reach. A cursory glance across both league and team social media accounts returns modest followings and little in the way of eye-catching, original content, so there is plenty of room for the league to think about how it can market itself to a wider audience. That is one obvious area where 777’s expertise should prove invaluable. The company’s eclectic portfolio of investments in media and entertainment includes businesses such as over-the-top (OTT) platform provider Nunchee and Liquid Light, a production firm that specialises in creating digital content around celebrities and athletes like football quarterback Cam Newton and comedian Kevin Hart. “We’ve got lots of opportunities vertically and horizontally,” Balan considers. “The BBL is a unique thing in that it’s kind of a blank slate in a lot of ways, it hasn’t really gotten there yet. And that can be a testbed for all the other assets that we own. “Between what we have from a content perspective, the expertise we have with Liquid Light Studios in terms of building that content, what we have with that vertically integrated OTT platform, which is Fanatiz, the rights management business, Nunchee, BBL Player, I think that there’s a lot of interesting synergies that the league can sort of attach itself to and benefit from.” If the BBL truly wants to emulate the journey of the NBL in the long run then the focus will eventually need to shift towards securing and attracting the talent that will convince more people to watch and attend its games. The Australian league’s Next Stars programme has played a huge role in recruiting up and coming players – both LeMelo Ball and R J Hampton have been through the system – who would otherwise likely be playing college basketball stateside. That, in turn, has helped grow international interest in the NBL. Routledge and Balan believe a strong BBL would be appealing to American players given the cultural similarities, but the professional game in the UK has long struggled to keep hold of its own talent, let alone tempt some of the best from overseas. That is largely down to the absence of basic infrastructure in the UK, where a lack of indoor facilities means there are fewer opportunities for youngsters to continue playing basketball compared to other sports after they leave school. Then there is the issue of pay. According to the Independent, middle-tier players at high-profile BBL clubs could earn up to UK£4,000 (US$2,870) a month, but that figure reportedly falls as low as UK£900 (US$645) at other teams. Historically that has meant that British players seek out opportunities at other European clubs or academies – or even further afield. One now-retired player to take that route was Steve Bucknall, who became the third English-born player to compete in the NBA when he turned out for the Los Angeles Lakers after graduating from the University of North Carolina. His career also included stints at teams in Greece, France and Italy, as well as the UK. The former shooting guard says more money is needed “to actually make a long-term difference”, but believes 777’s investment is “a good start” and something that aspiring British players will start to take notice of. “I’m sure players would see that as something that could be life-changing, for them to be able to play at home,” Bucknall tells SportsPro. “I had the opportunity to do that on one or two occasions, but obviously financially you have to look to secure as much money as you can while you can play. The BBL hopes it will be able to attract talent both locally and from overseas (photo credit: Mansoor Ahmed) “So until they [the BBL] can get to that level, the better players will have to seek alternative teams. But at least there will be players who play low down the leagues in other countries who can now think to themselves, ‘you know what, I don’t need to go to Spain division three or Germany division two, I could probably play here for the same money now, be close to home and maybe help myself possibly make some more revenue doing other things outside the sport.’ Sometimes when you’re in other countries, it’s impossible because of the language and because people don’t know you, so you don’t have any traction there. “So I think it’s important all round. I just think it will take time to get to that level where it’s drawing in our best players.” Indeed, patience will be essential if the BBL and its new investors are to achieve their goals. Balan reiterates his desire for the BBL to become the second biggest league in the world and says the aim is “not more complicated than that”. Routledge, meanwhile, is hopeful that the investment will lead to the sport being better recognised at the national level, help British teams play in European competition and ultimately result in a more competitive national team, as well as create a clearer pathway from the grassroots to the elite level. We’re pretty bullish for a number of reasons that this should be the second biggest basketball league behind the NBA. Lenz Balan, Vice President, 777 Partners But for now those hopes remain precisely that. British basketball has been here before and it will need all stakeholders – clubs, national governing bodies and government – pulling in the same direction if the BBL is to succeed in growing the wider game. While 777’s investment can certainly be viewed as a start, it feels like a standing one because of what has gone before. “If we achieve three of these goals,” Balan says, “let’s say world class management team, digital infrastructure and improved broadcasts – I’m just taking three of them – that will be transformational for the sport. “I know owners get a lot of criticism but these people care, and their livelihoods are on the line with all of this. So I think all of that is a recipe for success: you’ve got partners who care, who want to see the league grow and change in a positive direction. And you really have a blank slate. “So if we execute on three of those things – and we fully intend to execute on all of them – and all of the other basketball stakeholders get that momentum and benefit from that momentum, I think we can have huge change.”
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This exhibition was entitled 'Volcanoes in motion: El Hierro and La Palma' and allows us to understand that the volcanic phenomenon is very dynamic and capable of quickly changing the forms of relief, the water network, or the land use. The presentation in all these panels always keeps the same content: an upper strip including the titles of the exhibition, the thematic block, and the panel, as well as its numbering and logos of the promoting entities; a central part with much visual information in the form of maps, figures and photos accompanied by concise and easy-to-read texts; and a lower strip with the credits of the authors and logos of their institutions. The first block of panels, 'A sea of volcanoes', deals with the generation of intraplate volcanic islands, with the example of the Canary Islands (Panel 1: The Canary Islands, that is how it all began) and the geological evolution of the island of El Hierro (Panel 2: And El Hierro was born). The second block, 'Volcanic landscapes of El Hierro', focuses on geological structures on a large scale (Panel 3: Megastructures) and a small scale (Panel 4: Structures on the ground). The third block, 'Explore your volcanic paradise', pays homage to the geological maps and the last eruption on El Hierro island. Panel 5: Walking among volcanoes shows the Gorona del Lajial eruption, a true paradise of volcanic structures but a geological puzzle solved within the framework of the LAJIAL project. Panel 6: 'The last volcano' is dedicated to the eruption of the Tagoro submarine volcano. The fourth block, 'Living among volcanoes', focuses on the islander's adaptation to the volcanic territory through the rational exploitation of groundwater (Panel 7: Water on El Hierro), volcanic materials as construction elements, or the figure of the UNESCO Geopark of El Hierro (Panel 8: What the land tells us), which brings together the geology of the island with its inhabitants, promoting the sustainable development, its agricultural techniques or knowledge of its archaeological remains. The last block of two panels, 'La Palma: the pretty island' is devoted to the geological evolution of La Palma island (Panel 9: And La Palma was born) and the 2021 eruption of Tajogaite volcano (Panel 10: The eruption of 2021) that represent the last volcanic activity in the archipelago. Financial support was provided by Project LAJIAL, Grant PGC2018-101027-B-I00 funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/ 501100011033 and by "ERDF A way of making Europe", by the "European Union". CPT acknowledges the PhD Grant 2021 FISDU 00347, Departament de Recerca i Universitats, Generalitat de Catalunya. This study was carried out in the framework of the Research Consolidated Groups GEOVOL (Canary Islands Government, ULPGC) and GEOPAM (Generalitat de Catalunya, 2017 SGR 1494). How to cite: Fernandez-Turiel, J.-L., Perez-Torrado, F.-J., Rodriguez-Gonzalez, A., Cabrera, M. C., Carracedo, J.-C., Moreno-Medina, C., Criado, C., Aulinas, M., and Prieto-Torrell, C.: Volcanoes in motion: El Hierro and La Palma (Canary Islands), EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-866, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-866, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. This research is the result of in-depth work and surprising discoveries on the founding role that the Earth sciences have had on historical events, social dynamics and impacts on culture, far from the usual perception of this discipline. Everyone knows the determining role of this discipline in the understanding of natural phenomena, in the knowledge of dynamics and natural risks and hazards, of environmental protection towards sustainable development. Yet years of teaching students of all ages, of practical activities and laboratory experiences in the various fields of Earth Sciences, to promote knowledge, interest and, when possible, passion for this fascinating discipline, have shown that, if taught and transmitted without passion it can remain undeniably, inevitably, boring: a discipline that speaks of stones and catastrophes, complex and complicated. In this research we wanted to highlight a totally different aspect: not so much the richness of themes, of intertwining that the Earth sciences have in various ways with all scientific disciplines, because they are well known to all lovers of the discipline, scientists or enthusiasts, as much as the unpredictable consequences that geological events of all kinds have had on the Earth, on living things, on humankind, our evolution, our history, our culture. Catastrophes then, volcanoes, earthquakes, but also climatic variations, instantaneous or long-lasting events, must therefore be interpreted as causes, unpredictable but indispensable, of events which, at first glance, have nothing to do with earth sciences but which, instead they made the history and culture of humanity. The Earth sciences become, with this different and somewhat unconventional reading, a founding node of different disciplines, a tool for training and growth of skills, hard and soft, a stimulus of ability and curiosity, and hopefully of passion How to cite: Occhipinti, S.: Passion Earth sciences: unforeseen connections and new points of view to promote interest and passion for Earth Sciences, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-1659, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-1659, 2023. Skeptical Science (SkS) is an international, non-profit science education organization founded by John Cook in 2007. Its main purpose is to debunk misconceptions and misinformation about human-caused climate change based on peer-reviewed literature, featuring a database with more than 200 rebuttals. Many of these rebuttals date back to 2010 or earlier, some have seen updates since then but in a few cases developments in science have rendered these originals out of date. We started an updating programme some years ago, but are now taking a more structured approach. We decided that rather than fix these rebuttals in an ad-hoc fashion, a full review would be useful as a first step. This review found that most rebuttals lacked an entry-level version, an easy read for people unfamiliar with the terminology and methods of science, identifying a major accessibility issue. Some rebuttals had a “basic” version but no “intermediate” or “advanced” equivalents. In other cases, there was only an intermediate entry. Some basic-level rebuttals were written more accessibly than others. A number of tasks were identified to undertake. As an initial step, we took a sample of the most frequently-read rebuttals and updated them to include entry-level versions. These “at-a-glance” sections are short (ideally <500 words) and written in a style that hopefully holds the reader via the following three key principles: ENGAGE This term refers to engaging with and gently leading the reader into a rebuttal, using things they can relate to: the writer is starting a conversation and needs to do that in an accessible way. Questions can feature here but where appropriate, analogy can be used too. Relating the topic to things in everyday life should always be considered. HOLD Avoid all trip-wires. These can be poorly-written or over-lengthy sentences, overly technical terms without proper and full introduction, grammatical issues, repetition: anything that distracts a reader, including links embedded within the text. You want to hold the reader from the start to finish of the rebuttal without distraction. FINISH Always try to have an especially memorable short finishing-sentence, a take-home that stays with the reader. In order to check the effectiveness of these at-a-glance sections, we accompanied the prototyping with a blog post to make our readers aware of these additions and to actively ask for their feedback. By the time the EGU meeting takes place we expect to have received enough feedback to be able to judge how helpful and effective these new plain language additions to our basic rebuttals have turned out to be. How to cite: Winkler, B. and Mason, J.: Adding plain language summaries to rebuttals on Skeptical Science, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-1667, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-1667, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. We present the outcomes and lessons from our 2022 Public Engagement with Research (PER) project, ‘Climate Change: Science, Research and Performance’. We combined science, theatre and music to explore climate change with children and young people through a series of workshops and live performances in Oxford, United Kingdom. These shows and workshops were funded by the University of Oxford PER Seed Fund and the EGU Public Engagement grant. Climate change communication for children often focuses on a limited set of approaches to tackling the climate crisis which emphasise the responsibilities of individuals, such as cycling to school, recycling, or turning off the lights. While these actions are important, they can struggle to match the scale of the problem that children see on the news or in their real lives, and may do little to address the climate anxiety that many young people experience. Additionally, much of the formal climate education in the UK addresses climate change through science or geography, with little opportunity to discuss its wider implications for our lives and mental health. As both scientists and writers, we aimed to address these gaps with our storytelling musical for ages 8+. We (Roberta Wilkinson and Matthew Kemp) have been writing and performing shows themed around science as Geologise Theatre since 2016. In 2022, we created ‘Chrissie & the Skiddle Witch: A climate change musical’, inspired by interviews with climate researchers at the University of Oxford. Rather than shying away from the realities of climate change, the show aims to be emotionally truthful and scientifically accurate about the nature and scale of the problem and the required solutions, taking the concerns of young people seriously. Through the emotional journeys of the characters, songs and comedic moments, the show allows the audience to explore the possible responses to these issues from the safety of their seats. For the second strand of the project, we ran drama workshops which connected local young people with climate researchers from a range of disciplines – from oceanography to solar panel physics. In these workshops, the teenagers interviewed the climate researchers about their work and then devised their own dramatic scenes based on their discussions. This allowed the young people to learn about climate research and provided an immediate creative outlet through which they could process the information and its implications, and experiment with their own ideas. We created bespoke evaluation tools, including feedback forms and interactive activities to suit our young audience. Average enjoyment scores were 4.9/5 (36 responses) for the shows and 4.5/5 (20 responses) for the workshops. The feedback suggested the show was impactful: the word ‘action’ cropped up multiple times in the responses to our evaluation questions on how the show left the audience feeling about climate change. One of the children who attended also told us the show inspired them to write a letter to their local council asking them to put solar panels on the streetlights. How to cite: Wilkinson, R., Kemp, M., and Johnson, H.: Climate change communication through live theatre and drama workshops, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-2635, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-2635, 2023. The widespread deployment of Raspberry Shake seismometers around the world has already been used to document global ‘quieting’ during COVID-19 lockdown (Lecocq et al., 2020). These devices are sensitive to high frequencies (>> 1 Hz) but much less so for lower frequencies (< 0.5 Hz). This instrument response can be put to good use in urban environments to record anthropogenic ‘noise’ from traffic. We are now in a climate emergency (IPCC, 2021). Global greenhouse gas (GHG) concentrations in the atmosphere have risen and are driving global warming. The key component in GHG is carbon dioxide (CO2), generated by the burning of fossil fuels. In Manchester, transport is the largest contributor to atmospheric CO2 (35% of total; BEIS, 2019). The ‘data’ used in the official government calculations are based on national traffic estimates (BEIS, 2019). Calibrated measurements of local traffic volumes could produce better estimates of CO2 emissions. A separate issue is that student enrollments in undergraduate earth science degree programs are falling across the world. Anecdotal evidence suggests that this is due, in part, to the subject being seen as ‘dirty’ – i.e., contributing to environmental damage through polluting extractive industries which traditionally employ graduate geologists. The Listen to Manchester project has been designed to tackle these issues. Raspberry Shakes have been deployed across Manchester to continuously record traffic ‘noise’. The timeseries data have been analyzed to calibrate them to measured traffic volumes from traffic cameras and ‘in person’ traffic counts, and thereby provide a low cost, continuous alternative to existing methods. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are fascinating, but in the UK, we rarely experience events of major significance, and this makes it challenging to connect students with the impact of these processes. But there are many other acoustic signals that can be recorded, such as traffic noise, football crowds and even loading from ocean tides (e.g., Diaz et al., 2020). A key component of the project includes the involvement of local schools to show how skills in maths, physics and coding can be applied to tackle anthropogenic urban ‘noise’ and natural earthquake ‘signal’. Preliminary results show that both the temporal patterns and magnitude of the seismological response correlate well with measured traffic counts. Data from the Manchester Urban Observatory is used to compare traffic counts and air quality indices to the Raspberry Shake response. Work is on-going to define quantitative relationships between the seismological signal and the traffic volumes for different sites through the implementation of the new Clean Air Zone. For the Energy Transition to succeed we must leverage open citizen science technologies to foster social acceptability and community engagement. Given the centrality of traffic volumes to the actions required to reduce atmospheric CO2, listening to the ‘noise’ transmitted by the Earth is a win-win option: for climate action around Manchester and for re-affirming the links between people and place by learning more about the ground beneath our feet. How to cite: Healy, D.: Listening to Manchester: using Raspberry Shake seismometers in urban environments to monitor traffic and improve atmospheric CO2 estimates, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-2793, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-2793, 2023. Smart cities, sustainable and resilient urban centres, are now being designed and implemented all over the world – including in the Arctic. They are a major part of the European Union's Green Deal transformation and the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 (sustainable cities and communities), but opinions of those living in such cities can be divided. Additionally, most Smart City frameworks have focused on technological advances and have excluded climate change and environmental aspects. The URSA MAJOR project targets education and science communication to future urban stakeholders, such as civil engineers, ecologists, urban architects, city managers and administrators. The holistic educational approach includes digitalising, collecting, storing and analysis of social and environmental information, visualising in different ways through digital technology, and education and training to use the data. Aspects of the project include eLearning opportunities, urban modelling, citizen science, use of open available data and climate change education. The educational aspects are focused on university students, but the local communities in four cities, as well as Arctic stakeholders are also part of the scope. This presentation will focus on the four main working packages of the project, the needs of an interdisciplinary project team and the results of the science communication efforts, which are now two years in. How to cite: Turton, J., Ezau, I., Pettersson, L., Kuklina, V., Temeljotov-Salaj, A., and Abbas Petersen, S.: Urban Sustainability in Action - Multi-disciplinary Approach through Jointly Organised Research Schools (URSA MAJOR), EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-2842, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-2842, 2023. Science communication exists on a spectrum: from dissemination to dialogue. While participation is likely to be the most effective way of helping to truly diversify science, there is still a need for geoscience communication initiatives that exist across this spectrum. In this Katia and Maurice Krafft Award lecture I will present an overview of my research into using poetry and games as facilitatory media to help disseminate knowledge, develop dialogue between scientists and non-scientists, and engender participation amongst diverse publics, including those audiences that have previously been marginalised by the geosciences. By presenting a series of case studies, published works, and works in progress, I aim to demonstrate how this creative approach can help to address a lack of diversity in the geosciences. This lack of diversity should be paramount to anyone who is involved in either the geosciences or geoscience communication, not only because it is ethically the ‘right thing’ to do, but because ultimately greater diversity results in better science. In addition to my own research, I will also explore how the work that we are doing with the EGU journal Geoscience Communication is supporting others in developing innovative and effective research and practice in this space, and how this in turn is helping to provide greater recognition for science communication in the geosciences. How to cite: Illingworth, S.: From Dissemination to Participation – A Creative Approach to Geoscience Communication, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-3055, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-3055, 2023. An effective volcanic risk management is a collective responsibility for all individuals and groups who work or live in areas with volcanic activity. This includes scientists, authorities, civil protection specialists, communication professionals, sociologists, psychologists, health specialists, urban and territorial planners, economists, educators, and the general public. While some may have more specific roles and responsibilities in this effort, communication professionals can make a significant contribution to volcanic risk management efforts. Journalists and the media have the ability to impact the success of volcanic risk management efforts and can potentially save lives by accurately reporting on and informing the public about volcanic hazards. In order to fulfill this role effectively, media professionals should be knowledgeable about the unique characteristics of volcanoes and the methods used to volcanic risk management. However, it is important to note that the media also has a responsibility to critically evaluate and report on the effectiveness of risk management efforts. This dual role of the media can be complex, but it is essential for ensuring transparency and accountability. This research aims to assess the level of understanding and interest that media professionals have about volcanoes and volcanic risk managment in Spain, and to examine the potential and desired role of the media in enhancing the effectiveness of volcanic risk management efforts. In order to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of journalists regarding volcanoes, volcanic risk management, and communication in Spain, we developed an online questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of approximately 25 questions and can be completed in about 15 minutes. Approximately 24% of the questionnaire consists of general questions such as residence, gender, age, education level, etc. Questions and comments related to volcanoes and volcanic risk management make up approximately 42% of the questionnaire, while the remaining 32% focus on communication and the role of the media in volcanic risk management in Spain. The questionnaire was released on December 26 and by the end of the year 2022, a total of 105 journalists had completed it. Here we present some preliminary results obtained including qualitative data on needs and sentiment towards volcanic risk. How to cite: Rodríguez-Pérez, C., Pérez, N. M., Rodríguez, F., and Solana, C.: Journalists, Communication and Volcanic Risk Managment in Spain, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-4553, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-4553, 2023. GeoLatinas is a member-driven organization that inspires, embraces and empowers Latinas to thrive in Earth and Planetary Sciences (E&PS) by creating initiatives to address and overcome career progression barriers for the representation of the Latin American community. The GeoLatinas’ Voice your needs survey, conducted in English and Spanish, showed in 2020 that many respondents in our community (42%) found language barrier as one of the most pressing issues. Perceiving English as the main communication language in the science community creates a barrier for non-native English speakers, hindering their inclusion and representation. Bilingual education in Latin American schools is uncommon. The high cost of learning and obtaining proof of English proficiency, results in limited access to higher education. The English barrier is also a challenge when publishing in indexed journals or presenting research at international events. Consequently, education and employment opportunities for aspiring scientists and professionals decrease. GeoLatinas transforms the language barrier into an opportunity by communicating in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, thus contributing to a diverse E&PS community. Specifically, we continuously develop strategies to overcome language-related issues like: (1) English as a requirement for inclusion and recognition in the science community; (2) lack of access to opportunities for Non-English speaking experts and non-experts; and (3) limited recognition of Latin American scientists’ work. Initiatives addressing the first issue include Conversando con GeoLatinas (Chatting with GeoLatinas), a space to improve English and Spanish conversational skills; Dry Runs & Peer Review, a comprehensive database of native English, Spanish and Portuguese-speaking reviewers, allowing members to receive feedback on written and oral pieces; and GeoSeminars, where leaders of GeoLatinas por Mexico host presentations in Spanish and English, with diverse experts sharing their knowledge with a broader community online. Lastly, collaborations with Nature Reviews Earth and Environment help our members publish short scientific articles in English, and Spanish or Portuguese. Regarding the second issue, the GeoLatinas Blog gives members and invited experts a platform to share their research and thoughts on diverse topics in blogs available in our three languages. In addition, GeoLatinas has fostered partnerships for specific translations to Spanish, such as Eos.org short science articles (with science communication production entity Planeteando); and also to English, like the booklet GEAS: Women who study the Earth (with the ENGIE project). Confronting the third issue, the GeoLatinas’ social-media based initiative Friday Feature in Geo has broadcasted over 160 profiles highlighting the work and contributions of Latinas in E&PS across all career stages. Together with the GeoLatinas around the world podcast in Spanish and Portuguese, we inspire and inform new generations, sharing funding opportunities and experiences from latinx scholars. As a multicultural organization, we see strength in our differences and leverage them diversifying the E&PS. Together, we nurture our multilingual communication skills and use them as high-value traits for the scientific community. By embracing our heritage and communicating science in our native languages, GeoLatinas brings down the language barrier, democratizes science communication and increases Latin American representation in science. How to cite: Barragán-Montilla, S., Navarro-Perez, D., Guatame-Garcia, A., Avila-Velasquez, D. I., Jimenez Soto, G., and Caballero-Gill, R. P.: GeoLatinas: bringing down the language barrier to increase Latin American representation and democratize science communication in Earth and Planetary Sciences, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-5172, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-5172, 2023. The IMPACT workshop series was developed in direct support of the 2050 Framework for Scientific Ocean Drilling and its call to "communicate far-reaching scientific ocean drilling knowledge to the broader community." IMPACT's goal is to build relationships and collect information from an array of different voices. Collectively, the Scientific Ocean Drilling IMPACT workshop series strives to chart the future course of science communication and outreach for scientific ocean drilling. The summer 2021 virtual workshops explored STEM education and science communication, engaging workshop participants as collaborators, while paying special attention to issues related to diversity and inclusion. The 2022 IMPACT in-person workshop built on and drew from the summer 2021 virtual workshops to move the community forward in its approach to broader impacts for scientific ocean drilling. The findings from the workshop series are helping to create a blueprint for a science communication strategy that is an integral part of implementation of the 2050 Framework for Scientific Ocean Drilling. In this paper we present a set of strategies with actionable plans for the next 5 years and beyond, through the evolution of 5 “Big Idea” topics and 19 projects that resulted from group brainstorming. Each idea is being led by a community-based group, who have worked to identify possible funding streams, partners and desired outcomes. This grassroots approach gives strength to the proposed ideas, coming from the community and charting the course for the community going forward. How to cite: Cotterill, C., Cooper, S., White, L., and Haas, D.: Using the expertise within our communities to advance the IMPACT of scientific ocean drilling, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-7048, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-7048, 2023. Informal science learning has been shown to increase interest in and understanding of geoscience. Creative geoscience communication efforts through collaboration with the arts and cultural performances are an effective tool in reaching new and under-engaged audiences to increase science capital. Given that groundwater is largely unobservable to the naked eye, people’s conceptions of groundwater and other underground resources are typically naive and in the absence of visible cues, spatial reasoning plays an important role in the development of people’s understanding and conceptions of groundwater when constructing mental models of groundwater environments. Here we present an immersive science communication experience, “Inception Horizon”, as a case study in creative public engagement with groundwater and karst systems through the interlinked medium of song, performance and short film. The science communication project took place over a three year period, involving 30 members of the Mellow Tonics community choir and composer Norah Constance Walsh in the creation of an original musical piece, two performances (one above ground and one in a cave) and the creation of an accompanying short-film of the same name. “Inception Horizon” follows the path of atmospheric water above karstified terrain, through the soil and into the layers of rock that lie beneath. It seeps, drips and then gains traction, creating and passing through various pathways with its laminar and then increasingly turbulent flow. Over time it carves out a vast cave before finding its way back to the air via a spring. The concept of an inception horizon features strongly in the music of the work - this is the crucial point that facilitates the initial passage of water and then stretches out like a constant ceiling above further descending erosion. Whispers of the corrosive forces at work echo in the space against an overall trajectory of descent, until the final upwards rush when the audience can breathe again. Evaluation of audience members and choir members was carried out using mixed-methods: Q&A audio recordings on hand-held mic, on-camera interviews, a post-event survey email to all attendees and choir members, and mood boards. Evaluation found that 89% of attendees indicated that the event increased their understanding of karst, and 63% of attendees reported an improvement in confidence about Earth Science issues. Using a logic modelling approach as part of a wider Theory of Change, the evaluation results are taken as an indication of increased empowerment in earth sciences, showing that engagement through the arts can be used as an important medium on the pathway towards informed decision making on water resources. In terms of demographics the Inception Horizon events were successful in attracting attendees from both STEM (42%) and Arts/Music (32%) backgrounds, with the latter being a key audience due to their high cultural capital, but not necessarily high science capital. How to cite: McAuliffe, F., Gill, L., and Walsh, N. C.: Inception Horizon: a case study in the science communication of groundwater through song, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-7765, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-7765, 2023. Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects have historically struggled to be inclusive and accessible to students from diverse backgrounds. The field of geoscience, in particular, has also had challenges in diversity with respect to staff and student recruitment. The consequence of non-inclusive practices still propagates today, with certain demographics not engaging in STEM activities. As a result, there needs to be conscious efforts to adopt equity, diversity, and inclusive (EDI) initiatives for subjects such as geoscience to grow. In this submission, we outline the steps we have taken to break down known (and unknown) barriers to education in the teaching of a science outreach course to a diverse student body. Our outreach course, Think Like A Scientist, has been running in a number of English prisons since 2019, and starts in Canada in 2023. This course won the EGU Outreach Award in 2019. Although the programme is tailored to the restrictive prison environment, the application of its core principles to education are fundamental EDI practices that could be beneficial to a wide audience. In this submission, we outline our reasoning for specific pedagogical choices in the classroom when working with students that have low confidence in STEM education, and we highlight the need for engagement that is not only relatable, accessible, and inclusive but also offers encouragement. An accompanying publication of this work was published in Geoscience Communication in 2022 (https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-5-355-2022). How to cite: Heron, P. and Williams, J.: Building confidence in STEM students through breaking (unseen) barriers, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-8581, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-8581, 2023. Despite being a very common experience for most people, rainfall essentially remains a mystery for them. They unfortunately remain unaware of the underlying complexity of this geophysical field which exhibits extreme variability over wide ranges of scales in both space and time. In order to overcome this lack of knowledge and push people to pay more attention to rainfall and more generally their geophysical environment, we designed and implemented “rainfall snacks”. It basically consists of a snack designed as a small drop of science, in which each item conveys a simple take home message on rainfall. In order to fulfil the overall purpose, few basic principles are followed for each item / activity: 1) They have a clear and simple take home message on a given rainfall feature. 2) The studied feature is immediately visible at first sight, for example by systematic comparison between two situations to highlight the targeted feature very easily. 3) The snack somehow mimics or enables to visualise actual data, and a more scientific display of the corresponding data is prepared for discussion (pictures, graphs). When possible, we used data tailored to the target audience, i.e. coming from a place they know. 4) The activity is designed as a whole from an initial game to actively engage the audience to the tasting / savouring and the scientific explanation. Snacks with four different items were tested: Rainfall Drop Size Distribution variability with cookies (macaron / “baci di dama”) representing drops variability in shape and in the actual size in their fall. Rainfall monthly distribution and its variability, using glass with liquid (champagne, soda, water…) height corresponding to rainfall depth during a month Rainfall intermittency at various time scales using small cakes decorated with two different colours Spatial pattern of convective vs. stratiform event represented by fruits or cream coverage of tarts. Each item has been tested in various contexts (family / friends meetings, lab meetings), and improved step by step. Presentation will describe in detail each “rainfall snack item”, and discuss the implementations and improvements. We found that people prefer a game approach, and this increases their active involvement and curiosity: they have to think more about the topic and to use their own reasoning, and this stimulates asking questions. The tasty food is a good motivation to participate (and to win the game). Although we did not really expect this at the beginning, it also sometimes enabled us to initiate a dialogue on what we did as researchers and as such bring research closer to the general public. In general, rainfall snacks enable us to communicate some science in a rather innovative, tasty and good looking way. How to cite: Gires, A. and Dallan, E.: Design and implementation of “rainfall snacks”: new opportunity for conveying drops of science, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-9073, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-9073, 2023. Understanding how warming temperatures will alter the Arctic region and how these changes impact other parts of the globe are both scientifically valid and societally relevant. However, many perceive the Arctic Ocean and related environmental issues as remote, disconnected, and irrelevant to their lives. This is partly because scientific research in the Arctic Ocean is often undertaken with little input from or communication with the public. In particular, school communities which act as important gateways to the public, have few opportunities to engage in and contribute to knowledge generation and sharing related to the Arctic Ocean. To address this issue, the 2022 AKMA2 OceanSenses expedition (11-23 May) bridged researchers with other societal actors including schoolteachers and artists to integrate different kinds of knowledge and co-create educational materials that allow for a closer connection to the Arctic Ocean. Since our five senses (touch, sight, smell, hearing, and taste) are the primary channels through which we experience the world, the educational materials developed during this expedition were based on these senses. We created a series of lesson plans to engage learners of different ages (from kindergarten to secondary education) to explore different aspects of the Arctic Ocean. Lesson topics range from ocean acidification and seafloor methane seep environments to Arctic ecosystems and food webs. Each lesson takes a unique approach to introduce and explore the lesson topic. For example, the lesson based on “smell” is a boardgame that covers some of the chemicals found in the deep ocean. Players work collaboratively to identify chemical compounds (e.g., methane and sulfur) by smelling already prepared testers. The lesson based on “hearing” encourages students to make sounds of their own to re-create and discuss a selection of sounds recorded on board and in the ocean by the expedition participants. For the lesson based on “touch”, students use modelling clay to sculpt enlarged foraminifera (single cell organisms that live in the ocean), allowing them to feel and learn about these very small organisms that scientists use to learn about past environments. In the “sight” lesson, students learn how water filters out color in the sea and how organisms adapt to live in different light conditions. They do this by searching for marine organisms made from paper cutouts with different colors while wearing blue goggles in a dark room. In this presentation, we share and discuss examples of our multisensory lesson plans. These lesson plans and accompanying materials will be available on the expedition website (https://akma-project.com/akma2-oceansenses) by April 2023. How to cite: Mohadjer, S., Panieri, G., Stiller-Reeve, M., Aune, V., Clerici, M., Holm, V. D., Losleben, K., Maric, F., Os, V., Poto, M. P., Poddevin, V., and Zimmermann, H. J.: OceanSenses 2022: Using Our Primary Senses to Connect with the Arctic Ocean , EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-9377, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-9377, 2023. Climate change communication has been and remains to be challenging, even when there is no controversy amongst actual climate science experts anymore. However, it is an uphill battle in cases where the science is less clear or where consensus has emerged only very recently. Exemplified for global and regional (or national for that matter) warming levels to date (with reference to the quasi-preindustrial baseline 1850-1900), I will demonstrate what sci-comm problems we face and which ways there are to resolve it. This includes the discussion of strategies to raise awareness within the expert community as well as suggestions for clear, salient and perhaps emotional communication to the public (or media for that matter). The fact that we get ever close to the 1.5°C warming threshold adds considerable urgency to the issue. I will first introduce the method(s) to estimate the human-induced level of global and regional warming, i.e. how much of the observed warming of the past 150 years is attributable to anthropogenic climate change. I will then highlight the comms failures along the lines of erring on the side of least drama and ask the question when such tendency to 'remain on the safe side' are bordering on actual (unconscious) misinformation. In the second step, I will present results from a questionnaire where we have sampled the climate change knowledge of school students (age 14-19), with particular regard to the attributable warming fraction of global and regional climate. The results will be discussed in light of the unclear messaging from scientists, followed by what I think are the best long-term strategies to improve the situation. How to cite: Haustein, K.: Are we past the point where it is acceptable to err on the side of least drama?, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-9424, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-9424, 2023. One of the challenges to establishing and maintaining momentum for community-driven science communication efforts is engaging participation from the wider scientific community. Launched in early 2022, the s-Ink project (www.s-Ink.org) aims to make high-quality (geo)scientific figures freely available via an accessible online platform. The platform hosts figures that can be searched and downloaded by the entire community, including students, researchers, teachers, the media, and the general public. Hosted content is intentionally broad in nature, and can include data visualisations, animations, artistic impressions, icons, templates, and more. Guidelines for generating accessible, eye-pleasing, modifiable, and scientifically-effective graphics are provided. As such, it is envisaged that the initiative will be of direct use to the entire geo(science) community; somewhat of a holy grail of science communication. Importantly, all content on s-Ink.org has metadata and is available via a Creative Commons licence, so those who create the images (and the sources that they are based on) will receive credit. s-Ink.org is currently coordinated by three scientists, working on a volunteer-based approach with non-permanent contracts (one a free-lancer, two with the backing of employers). In order to make the community aware of the resource and to increase the number and breadth of content hosted, we have actively pursued several avenues since launch. These include establishing a social media account, running free graphics short-courses and providing graphic-specific feedback, applying for small funding opportunities (to run short-courses and for gift cards to compensate students, where applicable, such as from the Norwegian iEarth consortium), directly inviting creators, presenting dedicated abstracts at conferences (such as at EGU), spreading the word via mailing lists and through colleagues and networks, and mentioning the resource during invited presentations (e.g. by using graphics). We have also written a pre-print that has been posted on the EarthArXiv server (Crameri et al., 2022, https://doi.org/10.31223/X51P78) with more details. To-date, there are nearly 200 individual graphics available from 13 contributing creators. However, this is far fewer than the number of course students (over 50 to-date) and reach that we aimed for and envisaged at launch. In this presentation, we will present some of the lessons learned to-date from our experience, present some of the access statistics (e.g. the latest website traffic and figure downloads). We wish to engage in a discussion about other small-scale science outreach initiatives, and invite feedback about how best to continue our initiative. How to cite: Shephard, G. E., Crameri, F., and Straume, E. O.: Ongoing experiences in establishing and maintaining a grass-roots science outreach initiative; the s-Ink.org graphics repository, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-10129, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-10129, 2023. Being aware of the geological processes that shape our planet is fundamental for the sustainability of our communities. For example, in active tectonic regions such as the Chilean Andes, where earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and flash floods occur frequently, understanding these processes is vital to act resiliently against them. However, it is frequent that the population outside of the scientific world is not necessarily familiar with these topics, leaving a knowledge gap that must be covered. Because of its exceptional characteristics to showcase part of the geological evolution of the Andes, we designed and constructed a didactic and interactive geologic exhibition of the Pan de Azúcar National Park in the Atacama Region of Chile, where visitors can have a memorable experience and learn about geological concepts whilst using the same resources the park has to offer. The Park is a protected area in the coast of the most arid desert in the world, hosting endemic plants, mammals, and birds, such as cacti, guanacos, and Humboldt penguins respectively. These unique species and the desertic coastal landscapes are thus the park’s main attractions, receiving nearly 10.000 visitors every year. However, its most striking, yet unrecognized feature, is the privileged display of rocks that tell a story of 300 million years, representing the most fundamental geological processes in the formation of the Andes. From Palaeozoic metamorphic rocks that tell the story of an ancient subduction zone, Permo-Triassic igneous rocks that represent the roots of an old volcanic arc and its violent eruptions, Mesozoic limestones bursting with Jurassic wildlife fossils, to unconsolidated sedimentary deposits related to flash floods that affected northern Chile in 2015, the park has an immense value for education and research in the Earth Sciences. The exhibit consists of two main spaces: (a) a geological trail along an outdoor rock garden, where large, up to 3 tons rocks of the main geologic units of the Park are displayed, and (b) an interactive indoor exhibition. The latter is equipped with a lab where visitors can explore the properties of rocks, minerals and fossils, and relate that knowledge to that they can observe in the park. This project, CIENCIA PÚBLICA-1201219 was developed through national public funds, with the active participation of public, private and academic institutions throughout the design, construction and implementation process. The geological content of the exhibition was originally produced throughout 4 semesters of the Capstone Field Geology course at PUC, designed so that the knowledge acquired could be transferred to society. Moreover, early and active incorporation of educators, park rangers, tour guides, tourists and the local community was considered to determine the needs of the target audience and increase the impact of the exhibition in younger generations of the local community. Connection with the audience and the collaboration between the Chilean National Parks Service (CONAF), local authorities and communities, Earth scientists, and the tourism industry , was essential to the success of this project, and is suggested as a requirement for the development of similar projects elsewhere. How to cite: Ruz-Ginouves, J., Cornejo, A., Aguilera, F., Sielfeld, G., and Aron, F.: The Secrets of Rocks: using the geologic heritage of the Pan de Azúcar National Park for earth science communication in the Atacama desert, Chile., EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-10473, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-10473, 2023. Climate awareness is the starting point for understanding how climate change triggers and contributes to the climate crisis. A public that is aware is made up of citizens who are able to manage the best way to learn about the climate system and its changes and to understand how climate interacts with the individual and collective sphere of each person. Climate awareness provides everything citizens need to play an active role in addressing the negative impacts of climate change on people's lives, seize opportunities and be conscious actors in the present we are living and the future we shape for younger generations. Given the multidisciplinary, cross-cutting and all-comprehensive dimension of the interaction between climate and socio-economic systems (both on a local and global scale), improving Climate awareness requires more than just making reliable information and data available. There is an urgent need for strategic perspectives, critical thinking, and innovative outreach platforms and tools. To answer this challenge, the CMCC is implementing an outreach and communication strategy that addresses the complexity of the issue by implementing a multi-platform approach to climate literacy. The target audiences for this approach are as diverse as many social actors are involved in the process of improving their own climate literacy and, thus, contribute to the spread of more advanced climate awareness. These include public opinion as a whole, but specific initiatives and languages should be used to target specific audiences, such as students, journalists, policymakers, and civil society. Thus, the CMCC multi-platform approach addresses the climate crisis in the relationships between target audiences and media in their cultural, social, historical, economic and technological contexts. We present a series of concrete and ongoing initiatives that make up an integrated climate literacy strategy combining storytelling of climate impacts and adaptation solutions, the journalistic vision of a magazine, visual storytelling, podcast, art/science dialogue, science/communication collaboration about IPCC reports and the building of a community/network of climate communication initiatives through a climate communication international award. How to cite: Buonocore, M., Santin, S., Carlon, O., Mazzai, A., Michielin, D., Acierno, A., Glauda, A., and Bassetti, F.: Increasing climate awareness through science/communication collaboration: the CMCC multi-platform approach, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-10926, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-10926, 2023. According to various recent studies, Austrian citizens have a lower interest in science and are less likely to belief in the benefits of science and technology than the average EU citizen. Limited trust and interest in science are closely linked to a lack of knowledge of the research process and scientifically generated data. Projects and networks at the interface of science and education provide an excellent opportunity to develop innovative ways of science communication, raise scientific literacy and influence the attitude towards scientific findings positively. Thus, scientists from several disciplines, educators, and administrative authorities teamed up to form the partnership “Interdisciplinary network for science education Lower Austria (INSE)”, led by WasserCluster Lunz and funded by GFF NÖ. Our partnership aims at (i) raising school students’ and the public’s understanding of science by demonstrating and involving them into the scientific process of different scientific disciplines, (ii) increasing the interest in science by using innovative forms of science communication, and (iii) strengthening the belief in the benefits of science by highlighting the contributions of science to existing and emerging societal and ecological challenges. We will present our partnership project, show examples of concepts for science education and science communication, and hope to initiate contact with other (inter)national partners (e.g. interested scientists from other disciplines, existing networks for science communication…) to strengthen and expand our partnership network. How to cite: Feldbacher, E., Weigelhofer, G., Panzenböck, M., Sippl, C., and Jöstl, G.: Joining efforts to improve Science Communication and Science Education - a new Austrian partnership project, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-11335, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-11335, 2023. Mineral dust can travel thousands of kilometers up in the atmosphere from the Saharan desert all the way to Finland, landing through snowfall and freezing rain. Inspired by events like the one that occurred in Finland on 23 February 2021 (Meinander et al., 2022), an initiative is being developed to promote knowledge about aerosol science among schoolchildren through activities in the fields of arts and science. “Learning through atmospheric events: Citizen science and citizen arts educational material”, is the first Finnish Meteorological Institute-led project, funded by the Kone Foundation aiming at bringing science and arts together in the form of educational materials for different educational levels around the topic of desert dust transportation and deposition, connecting to its climate implications. The project aims are varied and try to respond to scientific and societal questions and needs: 1) to be better prepared for future citizen science campaigns, by disseminating knowledge and clear sample collection guidelines, adapted for different age groups; 2) highlighting the human and artistic aspects of natural processes and events, therefore, connecting with the emotional side of living in a changing world and environment. By having citizens contribute and helping scientists understand climate change and atmospheric processes, we also aim to engage society in the process of science-making, building trust in scientific institutions, and raising awareness about climate change. The focus of this project is on an exploratory approach carried out by a multidisciplinary team from diverse fields and backgrounds. The outcome is Oranssi Lumi (the name deriving from the orange snow phenomenon), an initiative created within the project, in which the core team, in contact with other researchers and educational professionals, ideates and designs informative, inspiring educational materials through a framework of steps. The core team developed the structure, visual identity, and contents of the educational materials in a series of co-creation workshops, with helpful feedback from a group of educators supporting the project. The direct collaboration with education professionals guarantees that the contents and activities are framed within the Finnish educational curriculum for grades 1-9. The materials will contain scientific knowledge and activities connected to artistic and scientific disciplines inspired by the dust transport and deposition phenomenon. The materials will be available in Finnish, Swedish, and English, and suitable to be used in the context of a classroom or other informal learning environments. More information about the initiative can be found through Oranssi Lumi’s communication channels (IG @oranssi_lumi). This work was supported by the Kone Foundation through the granted project “Learning through atmospheric events: Citizen science and citizen arts educational material”. References: Meinander, O. et al. Saharan dust transported and deposited in Finland on 23 February 2021, EGU General Assembly 2022, Vienna, Austria, 23–27 May 2022, EGU22-4818, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu22-4818, 2022. How to cite: Piedehierro, A. A., Montalvao, I., Fiebig, I., Meinander, O., and Kouki, H.: Oranssi Lumi: Learning through Atmospheric Events, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-11760, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-11760, 2023. The International Association of Geomagnetism and Aeronomy (IAGA) is one of the associations under the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG) and acts as a non-governmental body to serve scientists and decision-makers in research establishments, government agencies, intergovernmental bodies, and private enterprises. IAGA promotes the work of Earth and space scientists studying the magnetic and electrical properties of the Earth, other planets, the Sun and their phenomena, and interplanetary bodies. Since December 2019, IAGA has had a dedicated social media group (under the Interdivisional Commission on Education and Outreach - ICEO) to promote the work of the organisation and encourage the building of an online community. IAGA social media platforms (including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and a blog) started as an alternative version of mailing lists but have expanded into creating original content. We aim to provide an easily accessible platform for news and an online community for IAGA members; to increase awareness of the varied work of IAGA, both within the community and to the general public; and to promote the work of early career researchers (ECRs) and under-represented groups in IAGA. In this talk we present the successes of our most recent undertaking, the filming of outreach materials. These have fallen into two main categories: 1) outreach films, and 2) filmed interviews with IAGA (and wider IUGG) members. Evidence of success in the first category include the “Magnetic Mosaic” film (directed by Katia Pinhero), which was a finalist film in the “Women in GeoScience” category and finished 5th in the Public Choice at the Earth Futures Film Festival out of 972 initial entries. In this film 10 female scientists take the viewer on a tour as they build a magnetic mosaic from the Earth’s core into the solar system. We have also won a grant to facilitate a children’s outreach project where puppet theatre is used for Bimbim the dog to learn the differences between planets in the solar system with his friends. Secondly, we have won an outreach Grant from the IUGG where we will produce a documentary and short movies containing interviews with researchers to connect a variety of subjects under the 8 IUGG associations. The documentary will be about the structure and science of IUGG while the short movies will contain interviews of Early Career Researchers. We wish to promote this ongoing work and direct listeners to how to access these materials for their own use. How to cite: Rogers, H., Pinheiro, K., Sharan, S., Leichter, B., Di Chiara, A., and Sanaka, S.: Outreach Films from the IAGA Social Media Working Group, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-14298, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-14298, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. Twenty years ago in 2003 the climateprediction.net project was launched. It gave members of the public the opportunity to engage in climate modelling and climate prediction by downloading a comprehensive climate model and running it on their PCs. Participants contributed their results to a large perturbed-parameter ensemble and thus supported an exploration of uncertainty in climate projections. What the project did not do was give the participants much opportunity for participating in the experimental design or data analysis. Nowadays the questions regarding uncertainty in model-based predictions remain. Unlike twenty years ago, however, there are many more individuals in our societies who have skills in computing, statistics, physics, geophysics etc. and who have an interest in research but are not part of the research community and don’t want a career in academia. Here I will present a potential project to engage such individuals in exploring and quantifying uncertainty in real-world extrapolatory forecasts of the climate system - that’s to say of climate change. Key to this would be the use of a range of simple, low-dimensional stochastic models founded on the Hasselmann model. Participants would be asked to both code and run ensembles of various versions of the model to explore physical science uncertainties in feedback processes, ocean heat uptake, the scale and type of the stochastic forcing, and even the structure of the model. They would participate in a collection of standardised experiments - common across multiple individuals - to allow for verification of results but they would also be encouraged to run their own experiments and to propose extensions to the main project in collaborative teams. Such a project would provide a route to enable skilled and interested individuals throughout society to participate in climate research and also to contribute to the wider communication and understanding of the climate prediction and uncertainty quantification problems. This proposal is for a citizen science project that takes scientific engagement to a new level - a project that enables those in society who want to contribute as active researchers to do so but on a voluntary basis without the pressures and demands of a typical academic career. How to cite: Stainforth, D. A.: A proposal for engaging amateur scientists in climate forecasting, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-14431, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-14431, 2023. Recent efforts in Ireland to bring geoscience to primetime and make it a national topic of conversation have proven effective. Successful annual participation by Geological Survey Ireland in a primetime science research series encouraged the development of a three-part series fully dedicated to the geology of Ireland and current work happening to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing climate and the need to manage resources in a sustainable way. The hour-long shows were broadcast at a prime Sunday evening time on autumn 2022 and attracted 20 – 27% of the audience share. They were a production for RTÉ (Ireland’s national broadcaster) and BBC Northern Ireland and being named The Island, the shows covered the whole island of Ireland and featured scientists working in all areas. The Island was led by an internationally known presenter, and this ensured high-profile coverage in advance of the broadcast. The content was a mix of classic geological locations, beautiful photography, input from scientists, well-designed educational graphics, and inspiring music. The audience was guided gently through the science by enthusiastic scientists from the opening tectonic history of Ireland, a story not known by the public, to positive discussions on the future. There was something for everyone and it encouraged ownership and engagement of the science by the audience. The television shows were well-received on social media, both by geoscientists and people with very little previous exposure to the topics on the show. Since broadcast, the shows have remained on a streaming service and are being used by schools for the teaching of geography – the main subject for geoscience in the national curriculum. Use of national television, with the accompanying use of post-broadcast streaming, and social media, has been an effective way to introduce the science around the critical topics related to climate change and natural resource management. Being presented in a beautiful way by ordinary voices and engaging scientists, and with very little emotive undertones, has allowed the audience to take ownership of the topics as they are local and applicable to their lives and futures. How to cite: Power, S., Verbruggen, K., Dunbar, J., and Cunningham, N.: Geoscience on television – it’s applied, it’s local, and it shows that scientists are ordinary people., EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-15138, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-15138, 2023. Climate change and decreasing biodiversity are currently hot topics in the media. Freshwaters in the alpine region are good indicators of climate change and, hence, perfect examples for illustrating these threats. Here, we want to share our idea for a Geocaching path (similar to the popular treasure hunt game) that is used to educate the public about the biology of freshwaters. We want to educate the visitors about the natural environment and the consequences of climate change and decreasing biodiversity for our aquatic ecosystems and livelihoods. In particular, we want to show the approaches of scientists to understand and predict these threats and, furthermore, how our society can find solutions to protect aquatic ecosystems. Lake Lunz is a very popular place for tourists. Visitors enjoy walks around the lake as well as swimming. Close by is also one of the oldest lake research stations (WasserCluster Lunz - Biologische Station), where scientists from all over the world are currently conducting on aquatic ecosystems. The project received funding from the EGU Public Engagement Grant in 2019. The GPS coordinates for the Geocache (a small treasure box in an insect hotel) are hidden in the answers to several questions about freshwater biology that lead the participants around the lake, a search we termed "Biogeocaching". The answers can be found on different informational signs that are set up around the lake and at the experimental sites and research facilities of WasserCluster Lunz. After finishing the path, the participants will have learned about ecology of alpine lakes and the research activities at WasserCluster Lunz. We think that geocaching as a treasure hunt is a playful way for people of all ages to discover nature. The combination of an outdoor recreational activity with information about freshwaters, climate change, and decreasing biodiversity -Biogeocaching - will sensitize the public to and raise awareness of these hot topics in the field of Earth Sciences. We hope to encourage other researchers and research institutes to develop something similar on their topic and research. How to cite: Hödl, R., Attermeyer, K., Coulson, L., and Harjung, A.: Biogeocaching - a scavenger hunt for the treasures of biology around Lake Lunz, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-15815, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-15815, 2023. Geoscience is vital to our society’s sustainable future. In Ireland, students are introduced to geoscience at Post-Primary level in the non-compulsory subject of geography, yet there are limited resources available to assist geography teachers on their teaching of current topics and developments in geoscience. To address this, iCRAG (the Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre in Applied Geosciences) and Geological Survey Ireland, part of the Government of Ireland, developed the Geoscience for Leaving Certificate Geography Continuing Professional Development Course. The course was piloted in 2021, continued in 2022, and due to successful outcomes, it is planned to run in the future. In this presentation we will outline the design and delivery of the course, and share our experience, evaluation data and learnings. The CPD course pairs teachers with geoscience practitioners to co-create a curriculum-aligned geoscience educational resource. The participants are given freedom over the topic and nature of the resource but it should assist in the teaching of the Irish Leaving Certificate (Key Stage 5, UK or grades 11-12, USA). In the co-creative partnership, teachers contribute their curriculum expertise and pedagogical experience, and geoscientists contribute their subject knowledge and current research. The course runs over six evening sessions every two weeks and it is split into four different phases – learning, design, development, and presenting. So far, the CPD course has resulted in the co-creation of twelve resources: one field guide, one story map, two module plans and eight lesson plans, which are publicly available. Furthermore, selected evaluation data from the 2021 iteration of the course shows that students’ ability to identify geoscience related subjects within the geography curriculum had increased by 33%, and 100% of the teachers that attended felt more confident in teaching geoscience subjects after taking part. We hope to present further evaluation data from the 2022 iteration at EGU 2023. How to cite: Sinclair, E., McAuliffe, F., Power, S., and Dubois Gafar, A.: Co-creating curriculum-aligned geoscience resources with teachers, for teachers, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-15929, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-15929, 2023. What kind of ways are there for research and civil society to improve climate safety together? This presentation examines how academics and civil society actors can co-design research-based solutions for supporting a safer climate. The term ‘climate safety’ is used instead of the more commonly used ‘climate security’ to highlight the human security aspects of the matter, as well as to refer to the concept of ‘safer space’ aiming to create a safe environment for a more inclusive climate change discussion and action. In addition to scientific data, sustainability transformation requires action, political will and cultural change. Therefore it is important to study and create new theoretical and physical spaces at the intersection of science, art and civil society, and to emphasize two-way communication. Civil society plays a key role in strengthening society's crisis resilience in general, which is also important for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Civil society’s versatile role extends from large-scale assistance to authorities in (climate) crisis situations to creative and independent solutions of local communities. By strengthening civil society’s understanding of science and their voice regarding climate change, we are able to strengthen society’s crisis resilience in terms of climate change and related direct, cascading and transition impacts on security. The presentation is based on and showcases practical examples from the work of the Initiative for a Safer Climate, a new network that brings together researchers, civil society organizations and arts. The network is based in Finland and it is part of the outreach activities of the Atmosphere and Climate Competence Center consisting of University of Helsinki, Tampere University, University of Eastern Finland and the Finnish Meteorological Institute. How to cite: Rantanen, R.: Research and civil society collaboration - working together for a safer climate, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-17548, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-17548, 2023. The Ministry of Mines and Energy was constitutionally established (per Article 100 of the Constitution) to take custody of the country’s geological, mineral and energy resources, and ensure that these resources contribute to Namibia’s socio-economic development. The Department of the Geological Survey is responsible for collection, collation and dissemination of geological data and providing basic geological information through outreach programmes. These outreach programs are conducted in the efforts to increase public awareness on the vital role geosciences play in society's use of resources, interaction with the environment and its contribution to socio-economic development. In addition, the programs provide an opportunity to expose the youth to geoscience career opportunities and positively influence an uptake of geoscience as a potential field of study. These programs are collaborative efforts between the Geological Survey of Namibia and other organisations such as Young Earth Scientist (YES) Namibian Chapter, Geological Council of Namibia, the Goethe institute and many more. Through the participation in the International Geoscience Program (IGCP) 685 project, the Geological Survey of Namibia, with volunteers from Young Earth Scientist Namibian Chapter (YES) Network developed a 3-minute, motion graphic outreach video and poster focusing on geoscience and sustainable development. The video and poster are creative ways to engage young people/students, educators, and the community on the importance of geoscience and inspire children’s interest in geosciences, and science in general. Both products are used during outreach programs to schools (high school and primary schools) and communities. Please follow the link provided to view the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-I7nnSiFIg&t=70s In addition, GSN embarked on an initiative to engage the Namibian community using radio platform in nine vernaculars. The main objective of the outreach was to communicate different aspects of geoscience and their application to socio-economic development. How to cite: Uushona, J., Mutongolume, C., Mhopjeni, K., Angombe, M., Shaanika, G., Hailonga, M., Uupindi, V., Nguno, A., and Naantu Ekandjo, H.: Using media to raise awareness on the importance of geoscience in Namibia, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-17549, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-17549, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. I joined the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) as a 22-year-old radio reporter in the city of Cambridge, in the east of England. At the time, I had the intention of becoming another John Cole, the late, great political editor of the BBC. Politics and social issues were what fascinated me. But a chance meeting one spring afternoon with a scientist at the city’s famous Laboratory of Molecular Biology changed the direction of my career. I was stunned by what this man had achieved (he would later win a Chemistry Nobel) and committed to becoming a journalist specialising in the reporting of science. This was problematic as I’d had no real science education at school. But seven years with the Open University as a mature student put that right, and in 1998 I found myself in the position of leading the science coverage on the fledgling BBC News website. I’ve been a full-time science hack ever since. When I started in journalism my tools were a reel-to-reel recorder, a typewriter and several sheets of carbon copy paper to produce my radio scripts in duplicate. Today, as I approach the end of my career, I operate in a fully digital newsroom with mp3 recorders, cloud computing and AI. My medal lecture will detail the journey from the old to the new. I will pass on some of the lessons learned (which should be of interest to those wanting to interact with journalists) and consider some of the challenges ahead for my profession. How to cite: Amos, J. C. D. A.: From carbon copy paper to AI: 36 years as a reporter for the BBC, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-17598, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-17598, 2023. Sustainability is a universal goal by which human development balances social, economic, and environmental dimensions, applicable to both terrestrial and marine environments. Several authors argue that arts are valuable tools to frame and engage with current environmental issues related to sustainability, including pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss. In this work, we ask - what is the role of art in the sustainability of coasts and seas? To address this question, we conducted a systematic literature review about how artistic practices contribute to sustainability in coastal and marine environments. We searched the two most important scientific databases of articles (Scopus and Web of Science) and retrieved 1352 articles. Several screening tasks were made to narrow the articles to 79 studies that address our research question. For each article, we identified and categorised the art form, target audience, geographical location, expected impact, and method to measure the impact. We found a variety of artworks from the four art categories (Literary, Media, Performing, and Visual) around the world, but more frequently in the US, UK, and Australia. In this review, we deal largely with the use of art in local issues, rather than at a global scale. Visual Art is the most frequent art category (~40%), comprising painting, carving, photography, comics, and architecture, amongst others. Nevertheless, there are mentions of 26 artworks from Performing Arts, 22 from Media Arts, and 16 from Literary Arts. We found that different artists address or are inspired by the same sustainability-related theme, for example, the ocean’s vulnerability is portrayed in a poem and in a theatre play. Only 19 articles measured the impact of artistic activities on their audience. Engagement is a highlighted pursued impact (~40%); however, other authors also intend to promote marine conservation and restoration, management, education, and activism. Art contributions to sustainability are recurrently made through raising awareness, learning, and promoting engagement and enjoyment of artistic project participants. With this systematic review, we set the current state of knowledge on an emerging topic and argue that further research and new strategies of impact measurement are needed to gain a deeper understanding of the role of art on coastal/marine sustainability. How to cite: Matias, A., Carrasco, A. R., Pinto, B., and Reis, J.: From art to the sustainability of coasts and seas, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-1873, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-1873, 2023. Agriculture students, soil science faculty and farmers are familiar with the popular soil zone concept map for the Canadian Prairies. The map, first depicted by Professor AH Joel back in 1928 was based on organic matter contents as affected by climate and parent materials. Newer versions of the soil zone map have been created with colors associated with each soil zone (Brown, Dark Brown, Black, Gray and Dark Gray) that most people would be familiar with today. However, even though we have this mental picture of the color associated with the soil zones, what do the soils really look like if one were to visit sites in each of the different soil zones? Thus, the objective of the project was to collect surface soils samples from N-S transects along three highways in the province of Saskatchewan to convey the soil zones visually through art. Soil samples were collected every 25 km along the three highway transects: one in the east (Highway 9), one in the middle (Highway 2) and the west side of the province (Highway 21). Soil samples were dried, ground and sieved and then the samples used to create soil rubbings on watercolor paper for each of the transects. These transects would then be hung in the College of Agriculture building. A booklet would be developed with QR codes identifying where the samples were collected (GPS, nearest town, land management) and the organic matter content of the soils (measured in the soil science laboratory) that would be used for educational purposes whether in our soil science labs, lectures or summer children camps. This presentation will highlight the development of this project and how the information was used to visually communicate to students and the public the science behind the soil zones of the province. How to cite: van Rees, K.: Soil Zones of the Canadian Prairies: Creating Art to Visualize the Concept, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-4635, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-4635, 2023. TEMPLINK stands for “Modelling ground surface TEMPerature LINKed to remote sensing land surface temperature in mountain environments”, a Marie-Curie Seal of Excellence project (https://www.eurac.edu/en/institutes-centers/institute-for-alpine-environment/projects/templink). The TEMPLINK project aims to develop a model to predict the soil subsurface temperature from satellite thermal images based on numerical modeling. Improving the monitoring of soil subsurface temperature is important for multiple geosciences and agricultural applications, being essential for understanding the climate change impacts on various environments. The model will be generated in the Mazia Valley, North-eastern Italian Alps, part of the International Long-Term Ecological Research (ILTER) network. For explaining the project main idea and workflow to kids and youth, a cartoon booklet was prepared. The comic strips are available on Academia online: https://www.academia.bz.it/strips/the-story-of-the-ground-surface-temperature. They can also be distributed during science fairs and dedicated activities with schools such as orientation weeks, school visits, GIS (Geographical Information Systems) Days, or Research Open Days. To reach a broader audience was created a fiber-art object representing a 3D model of the Mazia Valley, a typical glaciated alpine valley. Every landcover type of this valley is represented with a different string color and texture. Because the project uses remote sensing data a satellite was made from rope and hang above the 3D model. The fiber-art object is accompanied by a flyer that better explains this blend of science and art. The fiber-art object aims to advertise science through art and can be displayed in art galleries, tourist info centers, or during workshops and conferences. All these outreach materials help to disseminate the TEMPLINK project to a wide audience of different backgrounds, ages, and interests. How to cite: Raul-David, Ș. and Mihaela, Ș.: TEMPLINK: a project of modeling soil temperature explained using comic strips and fiber-art, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-5945, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-5945, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. A collaboration between the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering of Politecnico di Torino and the theatre group Faber Teater resulted in “Cambiare il clima” (Eng: Change the climate, trailer: https://youtu.be/3LTOE3wIoZM): a theatre play taking inspiration from research on climate change monitoring, adaptation and mitigation solutions carried out at Politecnico di Torino, to stimulate reflection on the phenomenon in a wide audience. The wide theme of climate-related consequences for humankind urges to enter into mainstream storytelling. For a long while, the narrative around climate change struggled to find its place in literature, cinema and other arts (see A. Gosh, The Great Derangement). This play attempts to create such a space by telling a story about what science can do about climate change and the importance to intertwine technological progress with economic and political decisions. The main challenge in creating the play was to communicate the exciting world of academic research, without giving up scientific rigor and to highlight the surprising common ground of science and theatre, namely their human, practical and even artisanal dimension. Towards this end, artists had to dive into science and engineering while researchers had to raise their awareness about how their work can stimulate emotions, which are key to deliver important messages to society, such as those related to climate change. The goal was to balance lightness, irony and drama, conveying urgency to the audience, without surrendering to sensationalism. The play was first performed in November 2020 at Politecnico di Torino during Biennale Tecnologia (an important event about technology, in Italy). Since then, it was repeated several times in festivals, events for science communication, schools, etc. It has also received two awards: (1) it was selected among the works published in the Climate ChanCe 2022 creative communication competition organised by Shylock - University Theatre Centre, Venice; (2) one of the videos composing the play won the "Future Earth" award of the Earth Futures Festival, an initiative promoted by UNESCO - International Geoscience Programme and the International Union of Geological Sciences in 2022. The presentation will include: - preferably an oral presentation, summarizing the process that led to the design of the play, the incentives that moved both the researchers and the actors in undertaking this initiative, the challenges they faced and the lessons learnt; - a short video displaying some excerpts from “Cambiare il clima” (with English subtitles), to show the structure of the play, what the researchers’ role was and how they interacted with the actors. Note to the Conveners: since some of the researchers involved in the play – besides the authors - will attend EGU2023, it will be possible also to involve them to listen about their experience, during the presentation or next to the display. How to cite: Vanin, E., Manes, C., Andorno, M., and Amadio, S.: “Cambiare il clima”: theatre and academia meet for a new narrative about climate change, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-6592, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-6592, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. Through poetry, quilting, illustration and a range of other media, we are reaching out to new audiences, showing scientific ocean drilling research in highly relatable and increasingly visual ways. There is mounting evidence that science-art collaborations provide a more emotional and human lens that allows for both a clearer view and deeper understanding of even the most dense and technical research – one that sidesteps off-putting jargon and ultimately reveals scientific methods and discoveries as inspiration in addition to information. Through a series of case studies, we aim to show the range of ways that the U.S Science Support Program is using this art-science interface to create outputs from the JOIDES Resolution expeditions, part of the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP). From 3.9.2. Haiku to storytelling through quilting; watercolor illustrations in books to photo journalism using video and photography, we are exploring how art can help us tell stories. Stories about cores of mud and rocks that engage with audiences in an altogether different way from the typical method of scientific journals and presentations. In this paper we present some observations from the case studies, and ways we are moving forwards. How to cite: Cotterill, C., Yakutchik, M., Guertin, L., Garnsworthy, M., 392 scientists, E., and 390 and 393 scientists, S. A. T. I. E.: From science to stories: different ways to engage new audiences, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-7280, 2023. Geoscientists usually use visuals like graphs and tables to explain their research to their peers or to non-specialists. However, it has been challenging to visualize how our Earth system works hidden behind complex geoscientific data effectively and intuitively to the general public. Art, as a universal language, has seen tremendous growth in the application of scientific data visualization in the last decade. Science-art collaborations become increasingly vital in creating new ways of popularizing geoscience. Here we present our recent immersive science-art interactive work titled 19 HZ, which explores the tectonic evolution and shaping of the deep sea through the visualization of submarine seismic data. The deep oceans were assumed to be quite silent. However, as more and more submarine monitoring experiments have been carried out, a hidden soundtrack under the sea was revealed, composed by marine animals like fish and mammals, and a number of natural phenomenons like submarine earthquakes and volcano activities, as well as human activities like ship-tracks. Our team (Deep Sea Light, DSL) has been working on the auralization and visualization of submarine seismic data, which offers a great opportunity to explore the dynamic world of deep oceans. Using seismic stations, we have successfully detected the activities of earthquakes, volcano eruption, and even fin whale songs. We further use the Audio Spectrum and the Touch Designer to visualize enormous soundtracks under the sea in 3D perspective and present different scenarios physically to the audience through artistic interactive devices. Under the lens of the ocean soundscape, our project will make the ambient deep-sea world more accessible to the public and convey to them how humans should listen to and understand the submarine world reverently. How to cite: Wu, T., Ren, Y., Liu, S., Li, C., Yao, P., and Hu, X.: What can we see by illuminating the ambient deep sea?, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-7514, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-7514, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. Marine heatwaves (MHWs) are extreme events in the ocean when temperatures are well above the long-term average. As global temperatures rise, MHWs are becoming more frequent, more intense, and dramatically impacting marine biodiversity, fisheries, and, ultimately, our coastal communities. The Northeast U.S. continental shelf has become a hotspot for such events in the recent decade. 'Marine Heatwaves' is part of SYNERGY II - a collaboration between Art League Rhode Island and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Self-selected pairs of scientists and artists collaborate to create a 'common language' using the arts to illustrate and communicate science. Through extensive conversations, we examined the scientific and artistic process and were surprised and delighted at the many similarities in our work. We spoke in-depth about the challenges of communicating big ideas, big data, and multi-scale, complex bio-physical interactions in meaningful ways and how we all had to be compelling storytellers. As our 3D kinetic sculptures spin, they capture the ocean's constantly moving and swirling motions. The printed imagery evokes the thrill of discovery and details the complexity and phases of our research: data acquisition from historical sources, research vessels, and remote sensing to ocean and climate model simulations, coding to visualization, and ultimately conveying a message. This collaboration has not only added a new enriching dimension to our work scientifically and artistically but has also inspired students and engaged adults. How to cite: Ryan, S., Ummenhofer, C., and Ehrens, D.: Marine Heatwaves – Ocean Research Through Art, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-7861, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-7861, 2023. Sonification, making non-verbal sounds from various signals, is being attempted in the field of earth science. A typical motivation is to raise awareness of global warming, resulting in composing musical works from climatic data. The archiving of geoscience data can be an infinite source for composition but basic methodology has not been established. Sound made directly from raw data conversion would not touch human’s emotion greatly. For more musically-meaningful creation we should know how the composer’s personal idea and general music theory can be added to sonificated works to vibrate human emotion. In this study, therefore, an ensemble piece is composed from earth-observational datasets and scientific-and-artistic findings are collected then evaluate effects of artificial editing. Temporal records of climatic parameters are collected at four sites in the polar regions. An ice-core drilling site in Greenland (SIGMA-D; [59.1°W, 78.6°N]), satellite-communication facilities in the Svalbard islands (SvalSat; [15.4°E, 78.2°N]), a Japanese Antarctic base (Showa Station; [39.6°E, 69.0°S]), and an ice-core drilling site in the Antarctica (Dome Fuji; [39.7°E, 77.3°S]). These are assigned to two violins, one viola, and one cello. Temporal records of downward shortwave/longwave radiations, surface temperature, cloud optical thickness and precipitation amount are obtained from ERA5 (1981~) and MODIS products (2000~) via Google Earth Engine. Those exported values are converted to tone pitches in the 12-tone scale and saved as MIDI files. The MIDI files are imported and edited in a DAW software, Logic Pro. The composer performs (1) transpose to available and effective position for string instruments, (2) arrangements on tone length, rhythm, and volume dynamics, (3) orchestration and articulation definitions (e.g. staccato, pizzicato, legato, sul tasto and sul ponticello). The composer's subjective ideas based on classical music theory are less prevalent in the beginning and more dominant in the end. A six-minute work namely String Quartet No.1 "Polar Energy Budget" was composed (http://urx.blue/WCIp). Contained tone sequences are categorized into three patterns of (1) seasonal-cycle dominance, (2) that with continuous bottom tones (e.g. winter solar radiation at the poles), and (3) randomness dominance (i.e. precipitation). Actual performance gave an impression of “minimal music with irreproducible swaying” because of small fluctuations along the seasonal cycles. Careful definition of tone range was needed to avoid unplayable tones, whereas 12-tone definition enables straight transpose without considering the harmonic theory. Dynamics of tension and relaxation throughout the piece can only be made by the composer's idea. This study demonstrated the availability of geoscience sonification and application for string quartet. For scientists, a new way to explain various aspects of the earth system with emotional approaches was given. For artists, expanding availability of music composition was suggested. The impression of “minimal music with irreproducible swaying” implies a new musical style, which was not easily and automatically done in previous ways of contemporary music. Not only scientists but also artists might be regular users of earth observation dataset. How to cite: Nagai, H.: Composing music for string quartet from earth observation datasets – how does the composer’s intervention enrich sonification works?, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-8540, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-8540, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. Water is life. Water-related challenges, such as droughts, floods, wildfires, water quality degradation, permafrost thaw and glacier melt, exacerbated by climate change, affect everyone. Yet, it is challenging to communicate science on difficult, highly volatile topics such as water and climate change. Conceptualizing water-related environmental and social issues in novel ways, with engagement between diverse audiences may lead to comprehensive solutions to these complex challenges. Art can be a catalyst in the co-creation of new knowledge for the benefit of society. The Virtual Water Gallery (VWG) is a transdisciplinary science and art project of the Global Water Futures (GWF) program. Launched in 2020, the VWG aims to provide a collaborative space for dialogues between water experts, artists, and the wider public, to explore water challenges. As part of this project, 13 artists representing women’s, men’s and Indigenous voices across Canada were paired with teams of GWF scientists to co-explore specific water challenges in various Canadian ecoregions and communities. These collaborations led to the co-creation of artworks exhibited online on the VWG (www.virtualwatergallery.ca) in 2021. The VWG recently came to life in 2022 with an in-person exhibition in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. Surveys were developed to capture changes in perspectives regarding climate change and water challenges through this art-science exhibit. Participants of the VWG (artists and scientists), visitors to the online gallery, and visitors to the in-person exhibition in Canmore were all invited to take part in those surveys. The preliminary results from the surveys suggest that participants experienced changes in behaviour regarding water-related climate change mitigation, and that the degree of change depends on factors such as age, income and lived experience (i.e., floods and droughts). The results help elucidate how art viewers engage with art based on science and how science messages can be more effectively communicated through art. How to cite: Arnal, L., Clark, M. P., Dumanski, S., Kosmas, E., Pomeroy, J. W., and Schuster-Wallace, C.: The Virtual Water Gallery: Changing Attitudes through Art, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-8658, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-8658, 2023. We are sorry, but presentations are only available for users who registered for the conference. Thank you. Foraminifera are tiny, single-celled organisms that live in all of our planet's oceans and seas. They are the most abundant single-celled organisms in the marine environment, and despite their small size, they are essential for understanding the evolution of life and ecosystems on Earth. We would like to introduce the world of foraminifera to children and the general public who don't know much about them and their important role in Earth's history in a playful way, where we combine our passion for science and Art. We have created two illustrated mascots called Nina and Berry, which are based on what we now know about foraminifera thanks to micropalaeontology. Nina Floaty is based on a planktonic species that floats in the sea(Neogloboquadrina pachyderma), and Berry Ground is based on a benthic species that lives on the seabed(Melonis barleeanus). They will teach us a better understanding and knowledge of our planet through their stories, which will hopefully make us think about why foraminiferal assemblages might be important for more symbiotic ways forward together in this changing world. How to cite: Panieri, G. and Zimmermann, J.: Nina and Berry: Using science research and art to deepen children’s and public understanding of our oceans and marine organisms, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria, 23–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-13810, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-13810, 2023. Science, at its core, is about making sense of the world around us. So it is somewhat ironic that, more often than not, scientific results are presented in ways that leave specialist audiences baffled, and cause the general public to run in the opposite direction. This is worrying because scientific progress relies on effective scientific communication and knowledge exchange. In recent years, we’ve seen a proliferation of examples illustrating how art (or at least a more creative approach) can help us, scientists, overcome some of the barriers between our science and the outside world. These range from contributions highlighting the “how and why” of creating scientifically accurate and universally accessible graphics (e.g. Crameri et al., 2022s-ink, colormaps?), to projects where scientific content is simply the inspiration behind abstract illustration (e.g. Wadsworth et al., Nat. Geosci. 15). The first puts the focus on the information being presented, whilst the second is aimed more strongly at catching the audience’s attention, as the first critical step in engaging with potential readers for a science piece. Whilst they are fundamentally different, both of these extremes (and all the possible art-science crossovers in between) show us the huge power of visual storytelling for science communication. In this contribution, we will experiment withshare a series of interesting geoscientific data visualisations accompanied by short explanations created by a scientist and, illustrateding by an artistinteresting geoscientific facts. Our aim was to create pieces that, through their artistic quality, can originate a spark of curiosity in the viewer strong enough to prompt them to pay closer attention for the length of time required for them to interiorise the scientifically accurates information being presented. We will collect direct feedback from engaging viewers (in this case EGU GA participants). In doing this, we hope to show, and understand better, the ability of art to kickstart that critical two-step process, where curiosity leads to engagement, which is fundamental for effective communication. And, to generate beautiful office wall decorations in the process. Crameri, F., G.E. Shephard, and E.O. Straume (2022, Pre-print), Effective high-quality science graphics from s-Ink.org, EarthArXiv, https://doi.org/10.31223/X51P78 Wadsworth, F.B., Vasseur, J., Anagnostopoulos, I. et a
1010	dbpedia	2	45	https://www.bblax.com/post/boys-north-new-coaches	en	Building Blocks Lacrosse introduces both Tim Culloty and Dan DeMartino to our BBL North family	https://static.wixstatic…5d6a6e%7Emv2.png	https://static.wixstatic…5d6a6e%7Emv2.png	[ "https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aede9c_6a51b08d6a38462c9dde855b839b459f~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_93,h_96,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/aede9c_6a51b08d6a38462c9dde855b839b459f~mv2.png", "https://static.wixstatic.com/media/aede9c_441160593eb54ce4b5284fad2eecf133~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_128,h_63,al_c,q_85,usm_...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "BBL Team" ]	2023-09-05T16:13:06.987000+00:00	It is with great pleasure that Building Blocks Lacrosse introduces both Tim Culloty and Dan DeMartino to our BBL North family as Directors, respectively with BBL North and BBL NorthStars. Tim will serve in the role of Co-Director of BBL North and Dan the Director of BBL NorthStars. Tim and Dan have made strong impacts in the New Jersey lacrosse community during their coaching tenures and embody and value the importance of education, culture, and fostering an experience to build strong athletes a	en	https://static.wixstatic…5d6a6e%7Emv2.png	Bbl Mint	https://www.bblax.com/post/boys-north-new-coaches	It is with great pleasure that Building Blocks Lacrosse introduces both Tim Culloty and Dan DeMartino to our BBL North family as Directors, respectively with BBL North and BBL NorthStars. Tim will serve in the role of Co-Director of BBL North and Dan the Director of BBL NorthStars. Tim and Dan have made strong impacts in the New Jersey lacrosse community during their coaching tenures and embody and value the importance of education, culture, and fostering an experience to build strong athletes and teams. Please see both biographies below. Meet Tim Culloty: Co-Director of BBL North Boys Program We are excited to introduce Tim Culloty. Tim will be the point of contact for the 2032, 2031, and 2030 teams within the BBL North Boys program. Tim's passion and dedication for lacrosse will help guide our young BBL athletes toward their goals. Tim's lacrosse journey started at Mahwah High School, where he served as a 2-time Captain, and earned 1st Team All-County recognition as a defenseman. In 2010, Tim and the Mahwah High School Boys lacrosse team won the Bergen County Championship in only their 2nd year as a varsity program by overcoming formidable opponents like Ridgewood and Bergen Catholic. Tim continued his lacrosse career at Stevens Institute of Technology where the team was ranked as high as 3rd in the country, won an Empire 8 conference championship, and made three appearances in the NCAA tournament. Individually, Tim earned 1st Team All-Conference LSM (Long Stick Midfielder) 3-times. Tim holds records as the top defenseman for most ground balls and the third-ranked defenseman for most caused turnovers in Stevens lacrosse history. Tim's coaching journey started at Gill St. Bernard’s under his old coach, Brian Callanan, but he found himself back where it all began: Mahwah High School. Over the past four years, he has led the resurgence in the team's performance. With a remarkable improvement in goal differential from -75 to +65 and average loss, from 7.1 goals per game to 3.1 goals to game, all while greatly improving their strength of schedule. The 2023 season was the first positive record at Mahwah in 5 years finishing 12-8 as Coach Culloty earned the Coach of the Year Award for the Jacobson division. In the role of director for the BBL North Boys Lacrosse program, Tim Culloty's experience, from player to coach, promises to shape our program and your son’s ability. We are excited with Tim at the helm as we expect growth, achievements, and great leadership that will help improve your family’s experience. Meet Dan DeMartino, Director of BBL NorthStars Program: Coach Dan DeMartino played lacrosse for Bergen Catholic High School and has been coaching lacrosse for 19 years. Coach DeMartino started his career as an Assistant Coach at Pascack Valley High School and was named the Head Coach at Ramsey High School in 2014. In Ramsey’s short tenure as a varsity program and under Coach DeMartino’s leadership, the team has accrued 83 wins, one division title, one NJ.com’s division Team of the Year award, seven top 10 Bergen County tournament finishes, and three top 10 finishes in the Bergen Record’s North Jersey team rankings. Two players in his tenure have been named Division Player of the Year by NJ.com. Coach DeMartino is a career educator who is passionate about the growth of the game of lacrosse and player development. He is excited to take his experience to BBL and develop players in the new and exciting NorthStars program!
1010	dbpedia	1	10	https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/17	en	Nutrients	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…8600e93ff98dbf14	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…8600e93ff98dbf14	[ "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1723031622", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/design/mdpi-pub-logo-black-small1.svg?da3a8dcae975a41c?1723031622", "https://pub.mdpi-res.com/img/journal_indexing_logos/CS_no_number.svg?62107aae53c39662?1723031622", "https://pub.m...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null	Nutrients, an international, peer-reviewed Open Access journal.	en	https://pub.mdpi-res.com…d7013?1723031622		https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/17	27 pages, 3220 KiB Open AccessSystematic Review Post-Diagnosis Dietary Patterns among Cancer Survivors in Relation to All-Cause Mortality and Cancer-Specific Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Cohort Studies by Maria-Eleni Spei, Ioannis Bellos, Evangelia Samoli and Vassiliki Benetou Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3860; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173860 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 6 \| Viewed by 2532 Abstract The role of overall diet on longevity among cancer survivors (CS) needs further elucidation. We performed a systematic review of the literature and a meta-analysis of related cohort studies published up to October 2022 investigating post-diagnosis a priori (diet quality indices) and a [...] Read more. The role of overall diet on longevity among cancer survivors (CS) needs further elucidation. We performed a systematic review of the literature and a meta-analysis of related cohort studies published up to October 2022 investigating post-diagnosis a priori (diet quality indices) and a posteriori (data-driven) dietary patterns (DPs) in relation to all-cause and cancer-specific mortality. Pooled hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were estimated using random-effects meta-analyses comparing highest versus lowest categories of adherence to DPs. We assessed heterogeneity and risk of bias in the selected studies. A total of 19 cohort studies with 38,846 adult CS, some assessing various DPs, were included in the meta-analyses. Higher adherence to a priori DPs was associated with lower all-cause mortality by 22% (HR = 0.78, 95% CI: 0.73–0.83, I2 = 22.6%) among all CS, by 22% (HR = 0.78, 95% CI: 0.73–0.84, I2 = 0%) among breast CS and by 27% (HR = 0.73, 95% CI: 0.62–0.86, I2 = 41.4%) among colorectal CS. Higher adherence to a “prudent/healthy” DP was associated with lower all-cause mortality (HR = 0.79, 95% CI: 0.64–0.97 I2 = 49.3%), whereas higher adherence to a “western/unhealthy” DP was associated with increased all-cause mortality (HR = 1.48, 95% CI: 1.26–1.74, I2 = 0%) among all CS. Results for cancer-specific mortality were less clear. In conclusion, higher adherence to a “healthy” DP, either a priori or a posteriori, was inversely associated with all-cause mortality among CS. A “healthy” overall diet after cancer diagnosis could protect and promote longevity and well-being. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutrition for Cancer Survivors II) ►▼ Show Figures 24 pages, 930 KiB Open AccessReview Folate and Its Significance in Depressive Disorders and Suicidality: A Comprehensive Narrative Review by Timur Liwinski and Undine E. Lang Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3859; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173859 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 9 \| Viewed by 5043 Abstract Depressive disorders pose significant challenges to global public health, necessitating effective prevention and management strategies. Notably, the occurrence of suicide frequently coincides with depressive episodes. Suicide is as a paramount global health concern that demands efficacious preventive strategies. Current psychiatric approaches heavily rely [...] Read more. Depressive disorders pose significant challenges to global public health, necessitating effective prevention and management strategies. Notably, the occurrence of suicide frequently coincides with depressive episodes. Suicide is as a paramount global health concern that demands efficacious preventive strategies. Current psychiatric approaches heavily rely on pharmacological interventions but have had limited success in addressing the global burden of mental health issues. Suboptimal nutrition, with its impact on the neuroendocrine system, has been implicated in the underlying pathology of depressive disorders. Folate, a group of water-soluble compounds, plays a crucial role in various central nervous system functions. Depressed individuals often exhibit low levels of serum and red blood cell folate. Multiple studies and systematic reviews have investigated the efficacy of folic acid and its derivative, L-methylfolate, which can cross the blood–brain barrier, as stand-alone or adjunct therapies for depression. Although findings have been mixed, the available evidence generally supports the use of these compounds in depressed individuals. Recent studies have established links between the one-carbon cycle, folate–homocysteine balance, immune system function, glutamate excitation via NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) receptors, and gut microbiome eubiosis in mood regulation. These findings provide insights into the complex neurobiological mechanisms underlying the effects of folate and related compounds in depression. Through a comprehensive review of the existing literature, this study aims to advance our understanding of the therapeutic potential of folic acid and related compounds in depression treatment. It also seeks to explore their role in addressing suicidal tendencies and shed light on the neurobiological mechanisms involved, leveraging the latest discoveries in depression research. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Folate and Other B Vitamins in Brain Health and Disease—2nd Edition) ►▼ Show Figures 11 pages, 429 KiB Open AccessArticle Risk of Malnutrition in Adults Who Have Undergone Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Retrospective Study by Wan-Chun Liao, Tsae-Jyy Wang, Chieh-Yu Liu, Tsang-Pai Liu, Shu-Yuan Liang and Ko-Shih Chang Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3858; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173858 - 4 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1535 Abstract Sleeve gastrectomy achieves long-term weight control by reducing gastric volume. However, postoperative gastrointestinal symptoms and insufficient nutritional intake are likely to occur, which are not conducive to physical health. A retrospective study aimed to investigate changes in nutritional status and associated factors in [...] Read more. Sleeve gastrectomy achieves long-term weight control by reducing gastric volume. However, postoperative gastrointestinal symptoms and insufficient nutritional intake are likely to occur, which are not conducive to physical health. A retrospective study aimed to investigate changes in nutritional status and associated factors in patients after sleeve gastrectomy. Data were collected from the medical records of patients who underwent sleeve gastrectomy at a teaching hospital in Taiwan. Data from 120 patients who met the eligibility criteria were included in the analysis. The results show that sleeve gastrectomy has a strong weight loss effect. Within 12 months, the average body mass index of the patients decreased by 13.47 kg/m2. The number of morbidly obese patients decreased from 62 (51.7%) to 3 (2.5%). However, surgery is also associated with gastrointestinal symptoms and the threat of malnutrition. The number of patients with moderate to severe nutritional risk increased from 4 (3.3%) before surgery to 24 (20%) at 12-month follow-up. Likewise, the number of patients with anemia increased from 11 (9.2%) to 29 (24.17%). Gender, constipation, and diarrhea affected postoperative nutritional status. These findings suggest that patients after sleeve gastrectomy are at risk of malnutrition and require regular monitoring. Special attention should be given to women and patients with constipation or diarrhea, as they are at a particularly high risk of malnutrition. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Enteral/Parenteral Nutrition and Infections) ►▼ Show Figures 16 pages, 1288 KiB Open AccessReview Fatty Acids Profile and the Relevance of Membranes as the Target of Nutrition-Based Strategies in Atopic Dermatitis: A Narrative Review by Anna Olejnik, Justyna Gornowicz-Porowska, Dorota Jenerowicz, Adriana Polańska, Małgorzata Dobrzyńska, Juliusz Przysławski, Anna Sansone and Carla Ferreri Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3857; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173857 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 5 \| Viewed by 2352 Abstract Recently, the prevalence of atopic dermatitis has increased drastically, especially in urban populations. This multifactorial skin disease is caused by complex interactions between various factors including genetics, environment, lifestyle, and diet. In eczema, apart from using an elimination diet, the adequate content of [...] Read more. Recently, the prevalence of atopic dermatitis has increased drastically, especially in urban populations. This multifactorial skin disease is caused by complex interactions between various factors including genetics, environment, lifestyle, and diet. In eczema, apart from using an elimination diet, the adequate content of fatty acids from foods (saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids) plays an important role as an immunomodulatory agent. Different aspects regarding atopic dermatitis include connections between lipid metabolism in atopic dermatitis, with the importance of the MUFA levels, as well as of the omega-6/omega-3 balance that affects the formation of long-chain (C20 eicosanoic and C22 docosaenoic) fatty acids and bioactive lipids from them (such as prostaglandins). Impair/repair of the functioning of epidermal barrier is influenced by these fatty acid levels. The purpose of this review is to drive attention to membrane fatty acid composition and its involvement as the target of fatty acid supplementation. The membrane-targeted strategy indicates the future direction for dermatological research regarding the use of nutritional synergies, in particular using red blood cell fatty acid profiles as a tool for checking the effects of supplementations to reach the target and influence the inflammatory/anti-inflammatory balance of lipid mediators. This knowledge gives the opportunity to develop personalized strategies to create a healthy balance by nutrition with an anti-inflammatory outcome in skin disorders. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutritional Immunology) ►▼ Show Figures 19 pages, 1506 KiB Open AccessSystematic Review Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis by Peiwei Xie, Mei Luo, Xuehong Deng, Jiahui Fan and Lishou Xiong Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3856; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173856 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 8 \| Viewed by 5216 Abstract Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disease. The efficacy of different probiotics in treating IBS remains controversial. This network meta-analysis aimed to compare and rank the outcome-specific efficacy of different probiotic strains or combinations in adults with IBS. We searched the [...] Read more. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disease. The efficacy of different probiotics in treating IBS remains controversial. This network meta-analysis aimed to compare and rank the outcome-specific efficacy of different probiotic strains or combinations in adults with IBS. We searched the literature up to June 2023. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that evaluated the efficacy of probiotics in IBS were included. A frequentist framework was used to perform this study. In total, 9253 participants from 81 RCTs were included in the study. Four probiotic strains and five mixtures were significantly superior to placebo in improving IBS Symptom Severity Scale, among which Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 ranked first (surface under the cumulative ranking, SUCRA, 92.9%). A mixture containing five probiotics (SUCRA, 100%) ranked first in improving the IBS-Quality of life. Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 (SUCRA, 96.9%) and Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 (SUCRA, 92.6%) were among the most effective probiotics for improving abdominal pain. Three probiotic strains and two mixtures were effective in alleviating abdominal bloating. Four probiotic strains and a mixture were significantly superior to placebo in reducing the bowel movement frequency in diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D). Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 (SUCRA, 99.6%) and Saccharomyces cerevisiae CNCM I-3856 (SUCRA, 89.7%) were among the most effective probiotics for improving the Bristol stool form scale of IBS-D. Only some probiotics are effective for particular outcomes in IBS patients. This study provided the first ranking of outcome-specific efficacy of different probiotic strains and combinations in IBS. Further studies are needed to confirm these results. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Prebiotics and Probiotics) ►▼ Show Figures 20 pages, 3441 KiB Open AccessArticle Exploring the Antioxidant Potential of Talisia esculenta Using In Vitro and In Vivo Approaches by Maria Lúcia da Silva Cordeiro, Verônica Giuliani de Queiroz Aquino-Martins, Ariana Pereira da Silva, Georggia Fatima Silva Naliato, Elielson Rodrigo Silveira, Raquel Cordeiro Theodoro, Deborah Yara Alves Cursino da Santos, Hugo Alexandre Oliveira Rocha and Katia Castanho Scortecci Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3855; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173855 - 4 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1573 Abstract Medicinal plants, such as Talisia esculenta, are rich in antioxidant biomolecules, which are used in the treatment and prevention of many diseases. The antioxidant potential of T. esculenta extracts obtained from leaves and fruit peels was investigated using biochemical and 3T3 cell [...] Read more. Medicinal plants, such as Talisia esculenta, are rich in antioxidant biomolecules, which are used in the treatment and prevention of many diseases. The antioxidant potential of T. esculenta extracts obtained from leaves and fruit peels was investigated using biochemical and 3T3 cell line assays as well as in vivo assays using an organism model Tenebrio molitor. Four extracts were tested: hydroethanolic extracts from leaves (HF) and from fruit peels (HC), and infusion extracts from leaves (IF) and from fruit peels (IC). The biochemical assays demonstrated an antioxidant capacity verified by TAC, reducing power, DPPH, and copper chelating assays. None of the extracts exhibited cytotoxicity against 3T3 cells, instead offering a protection against CuSO4-induced oxidative stress. The antioxidant activity observed in the extracts, including their role as free radical scavengers, copper chelators, and stress protectors, was further confirmed by T. molitor assays. The CLAE-DAD analysis detected phenolic compounds, including gallic acid, rutin, and quercitrin, as the main constituents of the samples. This study highlights that leaf and fruit peels extracts of T. esculenta could be effective protectors against ROS and copper-induced stress in cellular and invertebrate models, and they should be considered as coadjutants in the treatment and prevention of diseases related to oxidative stress and for the development of natural nutraceutical products. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health) ►▼ Show Figures 28 pages, 1166 KiB Open AccessReview Recent Advances in Nutraceuticals for the Treatment of Sarcopenic Obesity by Young-Chan Kim, Sang-Woo Ki, Hannah Kim, Sumin Kang, Hayoon Kim and Gwang-woong Go Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3854; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173854 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 6 \| Viewed by 3852 Abstract Sarcopenic obesity, low muscle mass, and high body fat are growing health concerns in the aging population. This review highlights the need for standardized criteria and explores nutraceuticals as potential therapeutic agents. Sarcopenic obesity is associated with insulin resistance, inflammation, hormonal changes, and [...] Read more. Sarcopenic obesity, low muscle mass, and high body fat are growing health concerns in the aging population. This review highlights the need for standardized criteria and explores nutraceuticals as potential therapeutic agents. Sarcopenic obesity is associated with insulin resistance, inflammation, hormonal changes, and reduced physical activity. These factors lead to impaired muscle activity, intramuscular fat accumulation, and reduced protein synthesis, resulting in muscle catabolism and increased fat mass. Myostatin and irisin are myokines that regulate muscle synthesis and energy expenditure, respectively. Nutritional supplementation with vitamin D and calcium is recommended for increasing muscle mass and reducing body fat content. Testosterone therapy decreases fat mass and improves muscle strength. Vitamin K, specifically menaquinone-4 (MK-4), improves mitochondrial function and reduces muscle damage. Irisin is a hormone secreted during exercise that enhances oxidative metabolism, prevents insulin resistance and obesity, and improves bone quality. Low-glycemic-index diets and green cardamom are potential methods for managing sarcopenic obesity. In conclusion, along with exercise and dietary support, nutraceuticals, such as vitamin D, calcium, vitamin K, and natural agonists of irisin or testosterone, can serve as promising future therapeutic alternatives. Full article ►▼ Show Figures 17 pages, 569 KiB Open AccessArticle Postpartum Depression Is Associated with Maternal Sociodemographic and Anthropometric Characteristics, Perinatal Outcomes, Breastfeeding Practices, and Mediterranean Diet Adherence by Sousana K. Papadopoulou, Eleni Pavlidou, Antonios Dakanalis, Georgios Antasouras, Theofanis Vorvolakos, Maria Mentzelou, Aspasia Serdari, Aimilia-Lynn Pandi, Maria Spanoudaki, Olga Alexatou, Exakousti-Petroula Aggelakou and Constantinos Giaginis Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3853; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173853 - 4 Sep 2023 Cited by 5 \| Viewed by 3362 Abstract Postpartum depression, with a prevalence ranging between 14% and 25% worldwide, has been considered an urgent health concern that negatively affects both mothers’ and their infants’ health. Postpartum depression may negatively affect maternal sociodemographic and anthropometric parameters and lifestyle factors. Nutrition has recently [...] Read more. Postpartum depression, with a prevalence ranging between 14% and 25% worldwide, has been considered an urgent health concern that negatively affects both mothers’ and their infants’ health. Postpartum depression may negatively affect maternal sociodemographic and anthropometric parameters and lifestyle factors. Nutrition has recently been identified as a crucial factor for the management and co-treatment of postpartum depression. This survey aims to determine the possible association of postpartum depression with mothers’ socio-demographic and anthropometric characteristics, perinatal outcomes, breastfeeding practices, and Mediterranean diet (MD) adherence. Methods: This is a cross-sectional survey, which was performed on 3941 women during the postpartum period. Postpartum depression was assessed by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). Anthropometric parameters and perinatal outcomes were retrieved from mothers’ medical records. Sociodemographic data and breastfeeding practices were recorded by face-to-face interviews between enrolled mothers and trained personnel. Mediterranean diet adherence was assessed by MedDietScore. Both univariate and multivariate binary logistic regression were applied for analyzing our data. Results. Postpartum depression was significantly associated with lower educational level, Greek nationality, higher prevalence of multiparity and overweight/obesity postpartum, higher incidence of caesarean section and not breastfeeding, and lower levels of MD adherence. In multivariate analysis, postpartum depression was independently associated with mothers’ educational level, postpartum BMI status, type of delivery, breastfeeding practices, and MD adherence after adjusting for multiple confounding factors. Conclusions: This study has provided evidence that elevated MD compliance was related to a decreased risk of postpartum depression. Additionally, postpartum depression was associated with multiple sociodemographic and anthropometric parameters, perinatal outcomes, and breastfeeding practices. Future well-designed, prospective studies with high-quality methodology should be performed to obtain conclusive results. Full article ►▼ Show Figures 18 pages, 3003 KiB Open AccessArticle Improvements of Age-Related Cognitive Decline in Mice by Lactobacillus helveticus WHH1889, a Novel Strain with Psychobiotic Properties by Kan Gao, Cailing Chen, Xueqin Ke, Qiuling Fan, Haifeng Wang, Yanjun Li and Su Chen Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3852; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173852 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 2 \| Viewed by 1911 Abstract A gradual decline in cognitive function occurs with age. Accumulating evidence suggests that certain probiotic strains exert beneficial effects on age-related cognitive decline. Our previous study revealed that Lactobacillus helveticus WHH1889 attenuated symptoms of anxiety and depression in depressed mice via shaping the [...] Read more. A gradual decline in cognitive function occurs with age. Accumulating evidence suggests that certain probiotic strains exert beneficial effects on age-related cognitive decline. Our previous study revealed that Lactobacillus helveticus WHH1889 attenuated symptoms of anxiety and depression in depressed mice via shaping the 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) and 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) metabolism and gut microbial community, indicating the psychobiotic potential of WHH1889. In the present study, the effects of WHH1889 on age-related cognitive decline were investigated. WHH1889 was orally administrated (1 × 109 CFU/day) for twelve weeks in aged mice, and their cognitive behaviors, neurochemical factors, cognitive-related gene expressions, neuroinflammation, and serum tryptophan pathway-targeted metabolic profiling, as well as gut microbiome composition were assessed. WHH1889 demonstrated improvement of the cognitive behaviors via the novel object recognition test (NORT), the active shuttle avoidance test (ASAT), the Y-maze test, and the passive avoidance test (PAT). The hippocampal neuronal loss; the declined concentrations of BDNF, 5-HT, and 5-HTP; the decreased gene expressions of neurodegeneration biomarkers; and the increased production of hippocampal inflammatory cytokines in aged mice were restored by WHH1889. In addition, WHH1889 increased the 5-HT/5HTP levels and decreased the serum levels of tryptophan-derived metabolites (e.g., kynurenine, xanthurenic acid, 3-hydroxykynurenine, and 3-hydroxyanthranilic acid). Furthermore, WHH1889 was revealed to shape the gut microbiota community by reversing the relative abundances of Bacteroidota and Firmicutes. The present findings suggest that L. helveticus WHH1889 exerted cognitive improving effects on aged mice, which was associated with the modulation of 5-HT and 5-HTP metabolism and gut microbial composition. The supplementation of WHH1889 may therefore be a promising therapeutic agent for age-related cognitive deficits. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Metabolism) ►▼ Show Figures 15 pages, 302 KiB Open AccessFeature PaperReview Orthorexia and Orthorexia Nervosa: A Comprehensive Examination of Prevalence, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment by Omer Horovitz and Marios Argyrides Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3851; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173851 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 6 \| Viewed by 4312 Abstract Orthorexia nervosa is an emerging and controversial eating disorder characterized by an obsessive preoccupation with healthy eating and an extreme fixation on food purity. Despite growing public interest in orthorexia, its classification as a distinct eating disorder remains a subject of ongoing debate [...] Read more. Orthorexia nervosa is an emerging and controversial eating disorder characterized by an obsessive preoccupation with healthy eating and an extreme fixation on food purity. Despite growing public interest in orthorexia, its classification as a distinct eating disorder remains a subject of ongoing debate in the mental health community. This paper comprehensively reviews the current literature on orthorexia nervosa, exploring the prevalence rates, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options. The paper offers an overview of orthorexia and its historical context and explores the challenges and considerations in diagnosing orthorexia and orthorexia nervosa. Specifically, the distinction between “orthorexia” and “orthorexia nervosa” is a debated issue in eating disorder research due to a lack of clear diagnostic criteria, making it challenging to accurately differentiate between an obsession with healthy eating and a more severe form with potential distress and impairment. Given the absence of formal diagnostic criteria, developing valid and reliable assessment tools is crucial to accurately identify and treat individuals experiencing these disorders. The paper’s final section covers the existing treatment approaches for orthorexia nervosa. Overall, the paper highlights the complex and multifaceted nature of orthorexia nervosa. This review contributes to the ongoing discourse surrounding orthorexia and provides valuable insights for clinicians, researchers, and stakeholders in the mental health and eating disorders fields. Full article 17 pages, 827 KiB Open AccessArticle Interactions between Polygenetic Variants and Lifestyle Factors in Hypothyroidism: A Hospital-Based Cohort Study by Da Sol Kim and Sunmin Park Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3850; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173850 - 3 Sep 2023 Viewed by 2076 Abstract Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine disorder and is associated with a variety of metabolic disturbances. This study aimed to investigate the polygenic variants associated with hypothyroidism risk and the interaction of polygenic risk scores (PRS) with dietary patterns in influencing disease risk in [...] Read more. Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine disorder and is associated with a variety of metabolic disturbances. This study aimed to investigate the polygenic variants associated with hypothyroidism risk and the interaction of polygenic risk scores (PRS) with dietary patterns in influencing disease risk in 56,664 participants aged >40 in a hospital-based cohort. The participants were classified as having hypothyroidism (n = 870) diagnosed by a physician and no hypothyroidism (n = 55,794). Genetic variants associated with hypothyroidism were identified using a genome-wide association study (GWAS). Genetic variants interacting with each other were selected using a generalized multifactor dimensionality reduction analysis, and the PRS generated was evaluated for interaction with lifestyle parameters. Coffee, alcohol, meat intake, and a Korean balanced diet were inversely associated with hypothyroidism risk, as were selenium, copper, and manganese intakes. White blood cell (WBC) counts and serum alkaline phosphatase and triglyceride concentrations were positively associated with hypothyroidism risk, as were osteoporosis and thyroid cancer. The GMDR analysis generated a three-single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) model comprising dual oxidase-1 (DUOX1)_rs1648314; thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR)_rs75664963; and major histocompatibility complex, class-II, DQ Alpha-1 (HLA-DQA1)_rs17426593. The PRS derived from the three- and seven-SNP models were associated with a 2.11- and 2.32-fold increase in hypothyroidism risk, respectively. Furthermore, the PRS from the three-SNP model showed interactions with WBC counts, wherein the positive association with hypothyroidism risk was more pronounced in participants with low WBC counts than those with high WBC counts (≥4 × 109 /L). Dietary patterns, such as the plant-based diet (PBD) and the Western-style diet (WSD), along with smoking status, exhibited interactions with the PRS, influencing hypothyroidism risk. In participants with a high PRS, those in the high-PBD, low-WSD, and smoker groups had a higher proportion of hypothyroidism than those in the low-PBD, high-WSD, and non-smoker groups. In conclusion, genetic variants related to immunity and thyroid hormone secretion were linked to hypothyroidism risk, and their PRS interacted with PBD and WSD intake and smoking status. These results contribute to a better understanding of hypothyroidism and its prevention strategies for precision medicine intervention. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutrition and Gene Interaction) ►▼ Show Figures 13 pages, 2988 KiB Open AccessArticle Antihypertensive and Vasorelaxant Effects of Citric Acid and Lemon Juice in Spontaneously Hypertensive Rats: In Vivo and Ex Vivo Studies by Kozo Nakamura, Yumiko Suzuki, Kazuma Goto, Shohei Yamaguchi and Masanori Hiramitsu Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3849; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173849 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 1 \| Viewed by 4106 Abstract Hypertension is a key risk factor for heart, brain, and kidney disease development. Fruit consumption has been associated with a decrease in blood pressure. Lemon juice, which contains antihypertensive compounds, may exert antihypertensive effects. However, no research has verified the antihypertensive effects of [...] Read more. Hypertension is a key risk factor for heart, brain, and kidney disease development. Fruit consumption has been associated with a decrease in blood pressure. Lemon juice, which contains antihypertensive compounds, may exert antihypertensive effects. However, no research has verified the antihypertensive effects of citric acid, the most abundant ingredient in lemon juice. In the present study, we demonstrated the antihypertensive effects of citric acid and lemon juice by performing single oral administration tests and the aortic ring assay using spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHRs). Single oral doses of both agents markedly reduced the systolic and diastolic blood pressures in the SHRs. In addition, both these agents relaxed the thoracic aorta from the SHRs; however, these effects were notably attenuated by the removal of the aortic endothelium. Orally administered citric acid was rapidly absorbed and metabolized in vivo. Among the functional compounds in lemon juice, citric acid was identified as the primary antihypertensive component. Although more detailed studies are required to validate our findings, the novel functional attributes of citric acid can achieve the normalization of blood pressure when it is consumed via diet. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Functional Foods and Hypertension) ►▼ Show Figures 18 pages, 1192 KiB Open AccessFeature PaperArticle Efficacy of Boswellia serrata Extract and/or an Omega-3-Based Product for Improving Pain and Function in People Older Than 40 Years with Persistent Knee Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Clinical Trial by Silvia Pérez-Piñero, Juan Carlos Muñoz-Carrillo, Desirée Victoria-Montesinos, Ana María García-Muñoz, Luis Andreu-Caravaca, Mario Gómez, Melanie Schölzel, Ana I. García-Guillén and Francisco Javier López-Román Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3848; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173848 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 3 \| Viewed by 4531 Abstract A single-center, randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial with four arms was conducted in healthy subjects with persistent knee discomfort (pain intensity on 1–10 cm visual analog scale (VAS) > 3) aged 40 years and older treated with a dietary supplement for 8 weeks. [...] Read more. A single-center, randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial with four arms was conducted in healthy subjects with persistent knee discomfort (pain intensity on 1–10 cm visual analog scale (VAS) > 3) aged 40 years and older treated with a dietary supplement for 8 weeks. The study groups were Boswellia serrata extract (n = 29), an omega-3-based product (AvailOm® 50 High EPA) (n = 31), Boswellia + AvailOm® (n = 30), and placebo (n = 30). The intake of Boswellia + AvailOm® improved the quality of life (QoL) (WOMAC index) and some variables of muscle strength. Statistically significant differences between the AvailOm® and the placebo groups in the decrease of pain intensity were found. Weekly VAS scores showed a significant decrease in pain perception when comparing the AvailOm® product to the placebo, with the lowest VAS scores at week 8. Consumption of Boswellia improved sleep latency. The time to perform the Up and Go test decreased after the intake of AvailOm®. There was an increase in the omega-3 fatty acids, with the greatest increase in the Boswellia + AvailOm® group. AvailOm® was safe and effective in reducing pain and improving the QoL and functionality of subjects over 40 years with persistent knee pain. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Dietary Supplements for Chronic Pain and Inflammatory Diseases) ►▼ Show Figures 13 pages, 965 KiB Open AccessArticle Short-Term Acceptability of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods in Two Provinces of Lao People’s Democratic Republic by Iacopo Aiello, Sengchanh Kounnavong, Hari Vinathan, Khamseng Philavong, Chanthaly Luangphaxay, Somphone Soukhavong, Janneke Blomberg and Frank T. Wieringa Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3847; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173847 - 3 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1442 Abstract Background: In Lao PDR, acute malnutrition remains a public health problem, with around 9% of children under 5 being affected. Outpatient treatment of severe acute malnutrition requires ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTFs), but concerns have been raised about the acceptability of globally available products. [...] Read more. Background: In Lao PDR, acute malnutrition remains a public health problem, with around 9% of children under 5 being affected. Outpatient treatment of severe acute malnutrition requires ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTFs), but concerns have been raised about the acceptability of globally available products. Culturally acceptable RUTFs could be locally developed, but data are lacking on RUTF preferences in Lao PDR. Methods: In a crossover-designed study, four different RUTFs were tested for short-term acceptability and organoleptic qualities (two globally available: peanut-based, which is the current standard, and wheat–milk-based RUTFs; two regionally produced: a mung-bean-based and a fish–rice-based RUTF). Organoleptic properties were evaluated by 83 caretaker–child pair participants through a taste test and a 30 min consumption test. Short-term acceptability was assessed through a 3-day intake test. The study sites were in Phongsaly (North Laos) and Attapeu (South Laos). Focus group discussions were conducted at the beginning and the end of the study. Results: The mung bean RUTF was the favorite among caretakers, with an acceptability percentage of 96.2%, and scored better (p-value < 0.05) for all organoleptic variables than the other three RUTFs. Overall, 3 days after receiving take-home rations, the mean percentage of consumption was above 80% for all the RUTFs, with the mung bean product being the most consumed. Conclusions: The regionally produced mung bean RUTF was the most accepted, whereas the other regionally produced fish-based RUTF was the least accepted, showing the complexity of finding culturally acceptable solutions to fight malnutrition. For Lao PDR, a mung-bean-based RUTF seems the way forward, even if the current standard peanut-based RUTF appeared to be acceptable, albeit not the most preferred. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health) ►▼ Show Figures 12 pages, 1916 KiB Open AccessArticle Effect of Lactobacillaceae Probiotics on Colonic Microbiota and Metabolite Production in Cystic Fibrosis: A Comparative In Vitro Study by Andrea Asensio-Grau, Joaquim Calvo-Lerma, Miguel Ferriz-Jordán, Jorge García-Hernández, Ana Heredia and Ana Andrés Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3846; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173846 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 3 \| Viewed by 1607 Abstract Cystic Fibrosis-related gut dysbiosis (CFRGD) has become a recognised complication in children with this condition, and current evidence remains insufficient to guide the selection of probiotic strains for supplementation treatments. The aim of this study was to characterise the effect of three probiotic [...] Read more. Cystic Fibrosis-related gut dysbiosis (CFRGD) has become a recognised complication in children with this condition, and current evidence remains insufficient to guide the selection of probiotic strains for supplementation treatments. The aim of this study was to characterise the effect of three probiotic strains on CFRGD by means of a dynamic in vitro simulation of the colonic fermentation (SHIME®). The configuration of the system included three bioreactors colonised with the faecal inoculum of a child with cystic fibrosis. For 20 days, each bioreactor was supplied daily with either Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (ATCC 53103 TM), Limosilactobacillus reuteri (DSM 17938) or Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (DSM 22266). The baseline microbiota was characterised by a high abundance of Prevotella, Faecalibacterium and Acidaminococcus genera. After 20 days of supplementation, L. rhamnosus and L. plantarum reduced Prevotella significantly, and the three strains led to increased Faecalibacterium and Bifidobacterium and decreased Acidaminococcus, with some of these changes being maintained 10 days after ceasing supplementation. The metabolic activity remained unaltered in terms of short-chain fatty acids, but branched-chain fatty acids showed a significant decrease, especially with L. plantarum. Additionally, ammonia decreased at 20 days of supplementation, and lactate continuously increased with the three strains. The effects on colonic microbiota of L. rhamnosus, L. reuteri or L. plantarum were established, including increased beneficial bacteria, such as Faecalibacterium, and beneficial metabolites such as lactate; and on the other hand, a reduction in pathogenic genera, including Prevotella or Acidaminococcus and branched-chain fatty acids, overall supported their use as probiotics in the context of CFRGD. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Prebiotics and Probiotics) ►▼ Show Figures 14 pages, 1915 KiB Open AccessArticle Exploring Taiwanese Consumer Dietary Preferences for Various Vinegar Condiments: Novel Dietary Patterns across Diverse Cultural Contexts by Jung-Kuei Ker, Ching-Sung Lee, Yen-Cheng Chen and Ming-Chen Chiang Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3845; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173845 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 1 \| Viewed by 1281 Abstract The use of vinegar as a culinary seasoning in various global cuisines to enhance the taste characteristics and profiles of foods has been extensively documented in the culinary literature. Particularly notable is traditional Taiwanese-style thick soup, where the incorporation of vinegar plays a [...] Read more. The use of vinegar as a culinary seasoning in various global cuisines to enhance the taste characteristics and profiles of foods has been extensively documented in the culinary literature. Particularly notable is traditional Taiwanese-style thick soup, where the incorporation of vinegar plays a fundamental role in imparting distinct flavors. In the context of this experimental investigation, the foundational base of Taiwanese-style thick soup serves as the platform for a meticulously planned sensory and dietary behavior evaluation. Our research methodology combines the use of survey questionnaires and experimental techniques, employing purposive sampling and snowball sampling methods to recruit participants. The central focus of this study is to understand consumers’ culinary preferences when presented with a choice between two contrasting types of vinegar—specifically, black vinegar and balsamic vinegar—as alternative gastronomic enhancements. This precise orchestration of data collection and systematic evaluation provides a perceptive window into participants’ culinary inclinations and food choices, resulting in a detailed and profound understanding of their taste preferences. The empirical findings stemming from this experimentation reveal notably significant differences in the sensory assessments among participants engaging in diverse culinary experiences. Notably, distinct variations are observed in terms of visual perceptions, olfactory distinctions, and overall sensory satisfaction. This study occupies a crucial position within existing research paradigms by strategically expanding the scope of sensory investigations within the realm of Taiwanese-style thick soup. This introduces an innovative aspect represented by the introduction of balsamic vinegar as a compelling alternative to the customary black vinegar. As a result, the emerging findings not only offer compelling insights into the nuanced food choice and taste preferences of consumers, but also open up new and innovative directions within the complex tapestry of Chinese gastronomy. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Healthy Eating and Determinants of Food Choice) ►▼ Show Figures 11 pages, 987 KiB Open AccessArticle Immunomodulatory Effect of Infectious Disease of a Breastfed Child on the Cellular Composition of Breast Milk by Agata Tomaszewska, Alicja Jeleniewska, Klaudia Porębska, Katarzyna Królikowska, Agnieszka Rustecka, Agnieszka Lipińska-Opałka, Agata Będzichowska, Robert Zdanowski, Karolina Aleksandrowicz, Małgorzata Kloc and Bolesław Kalicki Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3844; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173844 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 1 \| Viewed by 1706 Abstract Recent studies suggest that the content of immune components in milk is influenced by the mother’s health and also by the infant she feeds. We aimed to evaluate the effect of a child’s respiratory tract infection on the cellular composition of breast milk [...] Read more. Recent studies suggest that the content of immune components in milk is influenced by the mother’s health and also by the infant she feeds. We aimed to evaluate the effect of a child’s respiratory tract infection on the cellular composition of breast milk (neutrophils, monocytes, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and their subpopulations). Twenty-six breastfeeding mothers whose children were hospitalized for respiratory tract infections were enrolled in the study. The control group consisted of 23 mothers of healthy children. Regarding the children, baseline laboratory blood tests were performed, and nasal swabs were taken for the presence of RS virus. In the next step, milk samples were collected from the mothers to assess the cellular composition of the milk, including neutrophils, monocytes, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and their subpopulations. Significantly higher percentages of T lymphocytes (helper and cytotoxic lymphocytes) were observed in the milk of the studied mothers. There was a significantly higher percentage of milk lymphocytes in the group of affected children with confirmed RSV etiology than in children with excluded RSV etiology. A significant positive correlation was observed between the duration of infection and the percentage of milk NK cells and between milk CD19 lymphocytes and the child’s serum leukocytosis. This study may provide evidence of a link between cells in breast milk and disease in the breastfed infant. The severity of the infection, its duration, and the etiological agent of the infection may affect the cellular composition of milk. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Pediatric Nutrition) ►▼ Show Figures 10 pages, 619 KiB Open AccessArticle Effect of Flavanol-Rich Cacao Extract on the Profile of Mood State in Healthy Middle-Aged Japanese Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study by Rika Murakami, Midori Natsume, Kentaro Ito, Shukuko Ebihara and Masakazu Terauchi Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3843; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173843 - 3 Sep 2023 Cited by 2 \| Viewed by 2404 Abstract To investigate the effects of flavanol-rich cacao extract on healthy middle-aged women’s fatigue and mood conditions, we conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in women aged 40–60 years who had reported fatigue and had shown high levels of a serum oxidative stress marker. [...] Read more. To investigate the effects of flavanol-rich cacao extract on healthy middle-aged women’s fatigue and mood conditions, we conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in women aged 40–60 years who had reported fatigue and had shown high levels of a serum oxidative stress marker. We randomized the participants (n = 60) into equal groups receiving either a beverage containing cacao flavanols (240 mg/200 mL/day) or a placebo for 8 weeks. Before and after the 8-week treatment, we determined the participants’ Chalder fatigue scale (CFS) scores, various mood states, autonomic nervous system (ANS) activity levels, and their ANS balance. The results demonstrated that among the mood states, the indicators of negative mood (e.g., depression, fatigue, and anger) and the total mood disturbance score were significantly lower in the cacao group compared to the placebo group after the treatment (p < 0.05). The change in the index of positive mood (i.e., vigor) from baseline to 8 weeks was significantly higher in the cacao group versus the placebo group (p < 0.05). There were no significant between-group differences in the changes in the CFS score or ANS activity level. The consumption of flavanol-rich cacao extract both suppressed negative moods and promoted positive moods in healthy middle-aged women. These results suggest that cacao flavanols may be a useful food material that can improve variable mood conditions in middle-aged women and support their active lives. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Dietary Interventions and Women’s Health) ►▼ Show Figures 33 pages, 2782 KiB Open AccessEditor’s ChoiceReview Infections and Autoimmunity—The Immune System and Vitamin D: A Systematic Review by Sunil J. Wimalawansa Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3842; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173842 - 2 Sep 2023 Cited by 13 \| Viewed by 6824 Abstract Both 25-autoimmunity and(25(OH)D: calcifediol) and its active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D (1,25(OH)2D: calcitriol), play critical roles in protecting humans from invasive pathogens, reducing risks of autoimmunity, and maintaining health. Conversely, low 25(OH)D status increases susceptibility to infections and developing autoimmunity. This systematic [...] Read more. Both 25-autoimmunity and(25(OH)D: calcifediol) and its active form, 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D (1,25(OH)2D: calcitriol), play critical roles in protecting humans from invasive pathogens, reducing risks of autoimmunity, and maintaining health. Conversely, low 25(OH)D status increases susceptibility to infections and developing autoimmunity. This systematic review examines vitamin D’s mechanisms and effects on enhancing innate and acquired immunity against microbes and preventing autoimmunity. The study evaluated the quality of evidence regarding biology, physiology, and aspects of human health on vitamin D related to infections and autoimmunity in peer-reviewed journal articles published in English. The search and analyses followed PRISMA guidelines. Data strongly suggested that maintaining serum 25(OH)D concentrations of more than 50 ng/mL is associated with significant risk reduction from viral and bacterial infections, sepsis, and autoimmunity. Most adequately powered, well-designed, randomized controlled trials with sufficient duration supported substantial benefits of vitamin D. Virtually all studies that failed to conclude benefits or were ambiguous had major study design errors. Treatment of vitamin D deficiency costs less than 0.01% of the cost of investigation of worsening comorbidities associated with hypovitaminosis D. Despite cost-benefits, the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency remains high worldwide. This was clear among those who died from COVID-19 in 2020/21—most had severe vitamin D deficiency. Yet, the lack of direction from health agencies and insurance companies on using vitamin D as an adjunct therapy is astonishing. Data confirmed that keeping an individual’s serum 25(OH)D concentrations above 50 ng/mL (125 nmol/L) (and above 40 ng/mL in the population) reduces risks from community outbreaks, sepsis, and autoimmune disorders. Maintaining such concentrations in 97.5% of people is achievable through daily safe sun exposure (except in countries far from the equator during winter) or taking between 5000 and 8000 IU vitamin D supplements daily (average dose, for non-obese adults, ~70 to 90 IU/kg body weight). Those with gastrointestinal malabsorption, obesity, or on medications that increase the catabolism of vitamin D and a few other specific disorders require much higher intake. This systematic review evaluates non-classical actions of vitamin D, with particular emphasis on infection and autoimmunity related to the immune system. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutrition, Immune Responses and Autoimmune Diseases) ►▼ Show Figures 30 pages, 8240 KiB Open AccessArticle Evaluation of Non-Alcoholic Beverages and the Risk Related to Consumer Health among the Romanian Population by Magdalena Mititelu, Carmen-Nicoleta Oancea, Sorinel Marius Neacșu, Gabriel Olteanu, Alexandru-Tiberiu Cîrțu, Lucian Hîncu, Theodora Claudia Gheonea, Tiberius Iustinian Stanciu, Ion Rogoveanu, Fallah Hashemi, Gabriela Stanciu, Corina-Bianca Ioniță-Mîndrican, Caunii Angelica, Nicoleta Măru, Sergiu Lupu and Carmen Elena Lupu Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3841; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173841 - 2 Sep 2023 Cited by 4 \| Viewed by 2717 Abstract The range of non-alcoholic drinks is very varied both from a compositional point of view and from a caloric and nutritional point of view. The excessive consumption of sweetened non-alcoholic beverages represents an important risk factor for health, especially when it is accompanied [...] Read more. The range of non-alcoholic drinks is very varied both from a compositional point of view and from a caloric and nutritional point of view. The excessive consumption of sweetened non-alcoholic beverages represents an important risk factor for health, especially when it is accompanied by an unbalanced diet and a disordered lifestyle. In order to evaluate the consumption of non-alcoholic beverages correlated with the evaluation of the main lifestyle factors that can affect the state of health among Romanians, a cross-sectional observational study was carried out based on a questionnaire. The results of the study indicate that among the most consumed non-alcoholic drinks are coffee and sweetened carbonated and non-carbonated drinks, which are indicated as being responsible for the development of consumption addictions: 44% for coffee, 16.5% for sweetened or tonic carbonated drinks and 12% for sweetened non-carbonated drinks. Considering that the consumption of coffee is usually associated with sweeteners, there is a risk of excessive caffeine and caloric intake in a context where a lack of exercise predominates (59.98%) among respondents declaring that they do sports rarely or not at all, which can lead, in the long term, to the appearance of imbalances either of a psycho-emotional nature or of a metabolic nature. A significant link was found between sports activity and the environment in which they work (χ2 = 51.33, p = 0.05). Respondents with a daily activity that involves movement (working outdoors, working on a construction site) are also those who usually do sports, while 60.67% of the respondents who work a lot in front of the computer declared that they do sports very rarely or not at all. Reducing the excessive consumption of sweetened drinks can be achieved through an appropriate consumption of water and fruits and by intensifying physical activity as a way of counterbalancing the excess caloric intake. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutrition, Physical Activity and Chronic Disease) ►▼ Show Figures 11 pages, 460 KiB Open AccessArticle Assessing Nutritional Status and Frailty among Poor Elderly Individuals in Requena del Tapiche, Peru by María Teresa Murillo-Llorente, Blanca Lafuente-Sarabia, Jennifer Samper de la Paz, Merita Flores-Púa, Manuel Tejeda-Adell, María Ester Legidos-García and Marcelino Perez-Bermejo Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3840; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173840 - 2 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1278 Abstract Frailty is a biological syndrome that leads to a loss of physiological reserve, increasing susceptibility to adverse health events. In the Peruvian Amazon, the elderly live with hardly any economic resources, presenting a caloric deficit that is related to functional and cognitive deterioration. [...] Read more. Frailty is a biological syndrome that leads to a loss of physiological reserve, increasing susceptibility to adverse health events. In the Peruvian Amazon, the elderly live with hardly any economic resources, presenting a caloric deficit that is related to functional and cognitive deterioration. Our objective was to identify the health needs of elderly people living in extreme poverty in Requena (Peru) by means of a geriatric assessment of the nutritional and functional spheres to design, in the future, a cooperation project appropriate to the needs detected. This is an observational, descriptive, and cross-sectional study. Sixty participants were included, and sociodemographic and functional status variables were analyzed using the MNA and Barthel scales and the Get Up and Go test. The mean age of the participants was 79 ± 6.67 (women 55% and men 45%), where 60% had frailty. A statistically significant relationship was found between the MNA scores and Barthel test. Eighty-five percent were malnourished or at risk and thirteen percent had total or moderate dependence. We conclude that the nutritional status of the elderly was deficient. The high degree of living alone in which they live forces them to maintain their independence and their walking stability is normal. The situation of frailty exceeds the national average, a situation that has repercussions for their quality of life. We found a statistically significant association between nutritional status, dependence, and frailty. The better-nourished elderly are less frail and less dependent. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Geriatric Nutrition) ►▼ Show Figures 11 pages, 1234 KiB Open AccessArticle Impact of 12 Weeks of Vitamin D3 Administration in Parkinson’s Patients with Deep Brain Stimulation on Kynurenine Pathway and Inflammatory Status by Zofia Kinga Bytowska, Daria Korewo-Labelle, Konrad Kowalski, Witold Libionka, Katarzyna Przewłócka, Wojciech Kloc and Jan Jacek Kaczor Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3839; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173839 - 2 Sep 2023 Cited by 1 \| Viewed by 1782 Abstract The current study aimed to investigate whether a 12-week Body Mass Index (BMI)-based (the higher the BMI, the higher the dosage) vitamin D3 administration may affect both the kynurenine pathway (KP) and the inflammatory state in Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients with deep [...] Read more. The current study aimed to investigate whether a 12-week Body Mass Index (BMI)-based (the higher the BMI, the higher the dosage) vitamin D3 administration may affect both the kynurenine pathway (KP) and the inflammatory state in Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients with deep brain stimulation (DBS) and may be useful for developing novel therapeutic targets against PD. Patients were randomly assigned to two groups: supplemented with vitamin D3 (VitD, n = 15) and treated with vegetable oil (PL, n = 21). Administration lasted for 12 weeks. The isotope dilution method by LC-MS/MS was applied to measure KP and vitamin D metabolites. Serum concentrations of cytokines such as IL-6 and TNF-α were measured using ELISA kits. After administration, the serum concentration of TNF-α decreased in PD patients with DBS. Moreover, in KP: 3-hydroksykynurenine (3-HK) was increased in the PL group, picolinic acid was decreased in the PL group, and kynurenic acid tended to be higher after administration. Furthermore, a negative correlation between 3-HK and 25(OH)D3 and 24,25(OH)2D3 was noticed. Our preliminary results provide further evidence regarding a key link between the KP substances, inflammation status, and metabolites of vitamin D in PD patients with DBS. These findings may reflect the neuroprotective abilities of vitamin D3 in PD patients with DBS. Full article (This article belongs to the Topic Nutrition in Cancer and Neurodegenerative Diseases) ►▼ Show Figures 9 pages, 268 KiB Open AccessBrief Report Magnetic Resonance Imaging Can Be Used to Assess Sarcopenia in Children with Newly Diagnosed Crohn’s Disease by Paola Blagec, Sila Sara, Ana Tripalo Batoš, Ivana Trivić Mažuranić, Ana Močić Pavić, Zrinjka Mišak and Iva Hojsak Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3838; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173838 - 2 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1059 Abstract Background: This study aimed to determine the proportion of patients with sarcopenia diagnosed by MRI and compare these results to bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). Methods: Children with newly diagnosed Crohn’s disease (CD) who had MRI enterography (MRE) and BIA and had at least [...] Read more. Background: This study aimed to determine the proportion of patients with sarcopenia diagnosed by MRI and compare these results to bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA). Methods: Children with newly diagnosed Crohn’s disease (CD) who had MRI enterography (MRE) and BIA and had at least 12 months of follow-up were included. Total psoas muscle area (TPMA) and total paravertebral muscle (TPVM) were measured and compared to subjects’ lean mass and the lean mass body index (LMBI) was assessed by BIA. Results: 30 newly diagnosed children with CD were included (mean age 14.2 years, 53% male). Sarcopenia was found in 13 (43%) children; mean TPMA was 15.2 (1.1 SD) cm2 and TPVM 30.95 (1.7 SD) cm2. A highly positive correlation was shown for lean mass assessed by BIA and TPMA (0.706, p < 0.001) and TPVM (0.75, p < 0.001). Sarcopenia was more prevalent in boys (77% vs. 24%, p = 0.004), patients with the perianal disease (69% vs. 29%, p = 0.03), and children with sarcopenia were likely to receive anti-TNF (77% vs. 41%, p = 0.05). During the follow-up period, 16 (53%) children experienced a relapse. TPMA (HR 0.99, p = 0.018) and TPVM (HR 0.99, p = 0.031) values were statistically significant risk factors for relapse. Conclusion: A high proportion of patients with CD have sarcopenia at the time of the diagnosis. There is a good correlation between muscle mass assessed by MRI and BIA. Because MRI is performed in a great proportion of newly diagnosed CD patients it can also be used to assess the presence of sarcopenia. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutritional Management for Crohn's Disease) 15 pages, 2336 KiB Open AccessReview Consumer Interaction with Sustainability Labelling on Food Products: A Narrative Literature Review by Brian Cook, João Costa Leite, Mike Rayner, Sandro Stoffel, Elaine van Rijn and Jan Wollgast Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3837; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173837 - 2 Sep 2023 Cited by 8 \| Viewed by 5086 Abstract Sustainability labelling on food products can help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and support the urgent transition to sustainable food systems. While there is a relatively robust body of evidence on health and nutrition labelling, less is known about the effectiveness of sustainability [...] Read more. Sustainability labelling on food products can help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and support the urgent transition to sustainable food systems. While there is a relatively robust body of evidence on health and nutrition labelling, less is known about the effectiveness of sustainability labelling in facilitating sustainable food choices. This paper investigates the impact of sustainability labelling on consumer understanding, attitudes, and behaviour to support a more nuanced, detailed, and holistic understanding of the evidence. Using a narrative literature review methodology, the paper assesses studies covering environmental, social, and/or animal welfare aspects of sustainability labelling on food products. We found that consumer understanding of sustainability information is often limited, which could hinder behaviour change. While sustainability labelling can influence consumer attitudes and purchasing behaviours, evidence from real consumer settings tends to show small effect sizes. Consumers are generally willing to pay more for sustainability-labelled products, and organic labelling often leads to the highest reported willingness to pay. The review emphasises the importance of trust, suggesting a preference for labelling backed by governments or public authorities. Sustainability labelling that uses intuitively understandable cues has an increased impact, with visual aids such as traffic light colours showing promise. We conclude that further research is needed in real-world settings, using representative populations and exploring the influence of demographic factors, values, and attitudes. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutritional Policies and Education for Health Promotion) ►▼ Show Figures 15 pages, 1311 KiB Open AccessArticle Adaptation and Validation of the Child Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (ChEDE-Q) for Use in English among Adolescents in Urban India by Latika Ahuja, Phillippa C. Diedrichs, Kirsty M. Garbett, Anshula Chaudhry, Farheen Hasan, Nora Uglik-Marucha, Silia Vitoratou, Megha Dhillon, Hemal Shroff and Helena Lewis-Smith Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3836; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173836 - 2 Sep 2023 Viewed by 1596 Abstract Eating pathology is increasingly common among Indian adolescents. However, brief validated measures of disordered eating in Indian contexts are scarce. This study adapted and validated a culturally appropriate English language version of the Child Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (ChEDE-Q) among 385 adolescents (mean [...] Read more. Eating pathology is increasingly common among Indian adolescents. However, brief validated measures of disordered eating in Indian contexts are scarce. This study adapted and validated a culturally appropriate English language version of the Child Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (ChEDE-Q) among 385 adolescents (mean age = 13.42 years; 47.3% girls) in urban India. Confirmatory factor analysis indicated that a two-factor eight-item solution had an acceptable fit to the data across gender: an ‘Eating Concerns and Restraint’ subscale and a ‘Weight and Shape Concerns’ subscale. Further, the questionnaire can be utilised as both a unidimensional and multidimensional tool. This allows for the computation of a total score on the primary factor of ‘Child Eating Pathology’, as well as the two subscales. Internal consistency of the ‘Weight and Shape Concerns’ subscale (α = 0.825) and ‘Eating Concerns and Restraint’ subscale (α = 0.649) was satisfactory. Concurrent validity was established through medium significant correlations with measures of body image and broader mental health. The results support the use of the ChEDE-Q for assessing disordered eating among urban Indian adolescents, thus providing the research community and practitioners with a measure to investigate the nature and scale of disordered eating among adolescents in India. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Obesity) ►▼ Show Figures 14 pages, 5617 KiB Open AccessArticle The Nutritional Content of Meal Images in Free-Living Conditions—Automatic Assessment with goFOODTM by Ioannis Papathanail, Lubnaa Abdur Rahman, Lorenzo Brigato, Natalie S. Bez, Maria F. Vasiloglou, Klazine van der Horst and Stavroula Mougiakakou Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3835; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173835 - 2 Sep 2023 Cited by 1 \| Viewed by 2242 Abstract A healthy diet can help to prevent or manage many important conditions and diseases, particularly obesity, malnutrition, and diabetes. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence and smartphone technologies have enabled applications to conduct automatic nutritional assessment from meal images, providing a convenient, efficient, and [...] Read more. A healthy diet can help to prevent or manage many important conditions and diseases, particularly obesity, malnutrition, and diabetes. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence and smartphone technologies have enabled applications to conduct automatic nutritional assessment from meal images, providing a convenient, efficient, and accurate method for continuous diet evaluation. We now extend the goFOODTM automatic system to perform food segmentation, recognition, volume, as well as calorie and macro-nutrient estimation from single images that are captured by a smartphone. In order to assess our system’s performance, we conducted a feasibility study with 50 participants from Switzerland. We recorded their meals for one day and then dietitians carried out a 24 h recall. We retrospectively analysed the collected images to assess the nutritional content of the meals. By comparing our results with the dietitians’ estimations, we demonstrated that the newly introduced system has comparable energy and macronutrient estimation performance with the previous method; however, it only requires a single image instead of two. The system can be applied in a real-life scenarios, and it can be easily used to assess dietary intake. This system could help individuals gain a better understanding of their dietary consumption. Additionally, it could serve as a valuable resource for dietitians, and could contribute to nutritional research. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Mobile Health and Nutrition (2nd Edition)) ►▼ Show Figures 13 pages, 1060 KiB Open AccessArticle Changes in Body Mass Index and Their Associations with Psychological Distress, Worries, and Emotional Eating during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Norwegian Cohort Study by Elaheh Javadi Arjmand, Jens Christoffer Skogen, Jørn Henrik Vold, Silvia Eiken Alpers, Erik Kristoffer Arnesen, Silje Mæland and Lars Thore Fadnes Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3834; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173834 - 2 Sep 2023 Viewed by 2521 Abstract In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted obesity’s long-term rise. Some of the impacts of the pandemic were increased psychological distress, emotional eating, higher consumption of high-sugar foods and drinks, and a more sedentary lifestyle. This study examined BMI changes over time and their [...] Read more. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted obesity’s long-term rise. Some of the impacts of the pandemic were increased psychological distress, emotional eating, higher consumption of high-sugar foods and drinks, and a more sedentary lifestyle. This study examined BMI changes over time and their associations with psychological distress and lifestyle changes. This population-based cohort study had 24,968 baseline participants and 15,904 and 9442 one- and two-year follow-ups, respectively. Weight, height, psychological distress, high-sugar foods and drinks, physical activity, and emotional eating were assessed. These factors and BMI were examined at baseline and over time. We used mediation analyses and structural equation modeling to determine how psychological distress affects BMI. The mean BMI was 25.7 kg/m2 at baseline and 26.2 kg/m2 at two years. High psychological distress, daily emotional eating, and low physical activity were associated with higher BMI at baseline and higher yearly increases in BMI compared to reference levels. Emotional eating mediated 33% of the psychological distress BMI effect. Overall, BMI increased during the pandemic. Psychological distress during the pandemic was linked to weight gain partly through emotional eating. This association remained strong over time during different stages of the pandemic. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Obesity) ►▼ Show Figures 12 pages, 319 KiB Open AccessArticle Cost of Acute Malnutrition Treatment Using a Simplified or Standard Protocol in Diffa, Niger by Bernardette Cichon, Noemi Lopez Ejeda, Pilar Charle Cuellar, Issa Ango Hamissou, Ali Amadou Abdoul Karim, Cornelia Aton, Atté Sanoussi, Nassirou Ousmane, Ramatoulaye Hamidou Lazoumar, Abdoul Aziz Ousmane Gado, Zakou Yassi Harouna and Saul Guerrero Oteyza Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3833; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173833 - 1 Sep 2023 Cited by 3 \| Viewed by 1476 Abstract Evidence on the cost of acute malnutrition treatment, particularly with regards to simplified approaches, is limited. The objective of this study was to determine the cost of acute malnutrition treatment and how it is influenced by treatment protocol and programme size. We conducted [...] Read more. Evidence on the cost of acute malnutrition treatment, particularly with regards to simplified approaches, is limited. The objective of this study was to determine the cost of acute malnutrition treatment and how it is influenced by treatment protocol and programme size. We conducted a costing study in Kabléwa and N’Guigmi, Diffa region, where children with acute malnutrition aged 6–59 months were treated either with a standard or simplified protocol, respectively. Cost data were collected from accountancy records and through key informant interviews. Programme data were extracted from health centre records. In Kabléwa, where 355 children were treated, the cost per child treated was USD 187.3 (95% CI: USD 171.4; USD 203.2). In N’Guigmi, where 889 children were treated, the cost per child treated was USD 110.2 (95% CI: USD 100.0; USD 120.3). Treatment of moderate acute malnutrition was cheaper than treatment of severe acute malnutrition. In a modelled scenario sensitivity analysis with an equal number of children in both areas, the difference in costs between the two locations was reduced from USD 77 to USD 11. Our study highlighted the significant impact of programme size and coverage on treatment costs, that cost can differ significantly between neighbouring locations, and that it can be reduced by using a simplified protocol. Full article (This article belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health) 19 pages, 1800 KiB Open AccessArticle Exploring Health Behaviours, Attitudes and Beliefs of Women and Men during the Preconception and Interconception Periods: A Cross-Sectional Study of Adults on the Island of Ireland by Emma H. Cassinelli, Abby McClure, Ben Cairns, Sally Griffin, Janette Walton, Michelle C. McKinley, Jayne V. Woodside and Laura McGowan Nutrients 2023, 15(17), 3832; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15173832 - 1 Sep 2023 Cited by 2 \| Viewed by 1486 Abstract Preconception health is increasingly seen as a key target for improving population health in the UK and Ireland, yet little is known about the attitudes and beliefs of adults regarding preconception care strategies. This online cross-sectional survey aimed to explore the health behaviours, [...] Read more. Preconception health is increasingly seen as a key target for improving population health in the UK and Ireland, yet little is known about the attitudes and beliefs of adults regarding preconception care strategies. This online cross-sectional survey aimed to explore the health behaviours, attitudes and beliefs of adults of reproductive age in regard to preconception health and care. The survey was developed by reviewing the previous literature and engaging with those from the target group. It is one of the first surveys to assess the attitudes and beliefs of adults of reproductive age across the Island of Ireland regarding preconception health and care. Results from 386 individuals with a mean age of 29.9 ± 10.3 years were included. A variety of health behaviours, attitudes and beliefs were investigated, with differences being identified between women and men and between participants with or without children (i.e., in the preconception or interconception stage). The majority of respondents held beliefs that preconception care was important, but there was greater emphasis on women than men in terms of the need to engage in health-promoting preconception health behaviours. This study highlights the need to improve preconception health awareness in women and men in the preconception and interconception stage. Findings indicate that efforts to improve preparation for pregnancy among adults of childbearing age are needed, to ensure optimal engagement in preconception health behaviours, with efforts being tailored based on sex and parental status. Full article (This article belongs to the Special Issue Maternal and Paternal Nutrition and Health across the Preconception Stages) ►▼ Show Figures
1010	dbpedia	2	12	https://www.melbournerenegades.com.au/news/3942708/wareham-takes-top-gong	en	Wareham takes top gong	https://resources.melbou…tS-1920x1080.jpg	https://resources.melbou…tS-1920x1080.jpg	[ "https://resources.melbourne-renegades.pulselive.com/melbourne-renegades/document/2023/04/26/e6a2fc58-fb3c-4da2-a27f-a5e4dea3c8f5/melbourne-renegades.svg", "https://resources.melbourne-renegades.pulselive.com/melbourne-renegades/document/2023/04/26/e6a2fc58-fb3c-4da2-a27f-a5e4dea3c8f5/melbourne-renegades.svg" ]	[]	[]	[ "text" ]	null	[ "melbourne-renegades" ]	2024-03-27T08:00:00+00:00	Georgia Wareham's brilliant all-round performance for the Melbourne Renegades in WBBL\|09 earned the…	en	/resources/ver/v1.10.8/assets/melbourne-renegades/apple-touch-icon.png		https://www.melbournerenegades.com.au/news/3942708/wareham-takes-top-gong	Wareham was considered by the Melbourne Renegades members as the player most deserving of the club's top gong at Wednesday night's Cricket Victoria State and W/BBL Awards in Melbourne. Wareham, who is currently representing her country in Australia's Tour of Bangladesh, was thrilled with the recognition. "I play alongside some incredible and talented players so it's a real honour to win this award," Wareham said. "The season didn't go the way we would have liked, as a team, but I'm still really proud of the way we played. There's some really exciting cricket ahead for our lot in WBBL\|10 so I'm looking forward to that already." Wareham, 24, a top-class spin bowler who's often called upon to bowl in crucial overs, finished with a WBBL-best 14 wickets for the season. But it also her batting which received plenty of plaudits, delivering her best season with the bat since her WBBL\|01 debut. Wareham amassed 295 runs, including a half-century and two high-pressure 40s, to finish third in the Renegades run tally behind some international quality in Harmanpreet Kaur (321) and Tammy Beaumont (296). WBBL Player of the Season Honour Roll WBBL\|01 - Molly Strano WBBL\|02 - Molly Strano WBBL\|03 - Amy Satterthwaite WBBL\|04 - Sophie Molineux WBBL\|05 - Jess Duffin WBBL\|06 - Courtney Webb WBBL\|07 - Harmanpreet Kaur WBBL\|08 - Sophie Molineux WBBL\|09 - Georgia Wareham
1010	dbpedia	2	69	https://caledoniagladiators.com/bbl-david-sloan-featured-in-team-of-the-year/	en	David Sloan Featured in Team of the Year - Caledonia Gladiators	https://caledoniagladiat…Icon-1-32x32.png	https://caledoniagladiat…Icon-1-32x32.png	[ "http://caledoniagladiators.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/CG_LANDSCAPE-KEYLINE-big-e1663708279571.png", "http://caledoniagladiators.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/CG_LANDSCAPE-KEYLINE-big-e1663708279571.png", "https://caledoniagladiators.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DSC06779-1-1170x650.jpg", "https://caled...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Sean McDermott" ]	2023-05-10T08:59:53+01:00	Gladiators' American guard, David Sloan, has been listed in the British Basketball League Team of the Year. He had an impressive rookie campaign, proving to be one of the best guards in the league, and one of the top young players. Undoubtedly, Sloan's top moment was the corner 3-pointer that sealed the BBL Trophy for	en	https://caledoniagladiat…Icon-1-32x32.png	Caledonia Gladiators - Caledonia Gladiators Basketball	https://caledoniagladiators.com/bbl-david-sloan-featured-in-team-of-the-year/	Gladiators’ American guard, David Sloan, has been listed in the British Basketball League Team of the Year. He had an impressive rookie campaign, proving to be one of the best guards in the league, and one of the top young players. Undoubtedly, Sloan’s top moment was the corner 3-pointer that sealed the BBL Trophy for Gladiators in an end-to-end battle with Cheshire Phoenix which went down to the final possession – finishing 73-70. He provided an unforgettable moment for all Gladiators fans, new and old, in the franchise’s first season since rebranding from Glasgow Rocks. In BBL Championship action, the rookie out of East Tennessee State University averaged 17.9 PPG (5th in the league) and 4.9 APG (6th in the league) in an outstanding campaign. His season high in points came near the start of the season, when in an away trip to Bristol, he dropped 37 points on the Flyers in a huge 71-93 win. Sloan was a huge part of the Scottish side’s success this season in all competitions, reaching fourth place in the Championship. He remained a starter throughout the majority of fixtures, playing solid minutes and contributing great numbers. The American was selected alongside Lions’ Sam Dekker, VJ King of Flyers, and the Giants duo of Dirk Williams and Tajh Green. Speaking on his season, David Sloan said: “I think the season went great for myself in my first year as a professional, despite a lot of changes throughout the season I feel like I stayed consistent and showed I was capable. The game winning shot is a moment I’ll never forget and it will live with me throughout my life, it’s a story I’ll forever enjoy telling others.” Head Coach Gareth Murray added: “David established himself as one of the best young scorers in the league. As a rookie, he came in with a high level of confidence, and I’m pleased that his hard work has been recognized this season.”
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[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	null			/css/icons/favicon.ico		null	Check also WOMEN European Championships U18 2009 Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division A Awards 2009 - All-EC U18 Div.A 1st Team 2009 Kanter Prostran Fournier Valanciunas Musli Best Player: Enes Kanter (206-C-92) of Turkey Best Guard: Toni Prostran (183-G-91) of Croatia Best Forward: Evan Fournier (198-G/F-92) of France Best Center: Enes Kanter (206-C-92) of Turkey Best Coach: Vladimir Jovanovic of Serbia 1st Team * despite we try to put 5 players playing on different positions, this time there were three super centers and we decided to include all of them into 1st team G: Toni Prostran (183-G-91) of Croatia G/F: Evan Fournier (198-G/F-92) of France C: Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) of Lithuania C: Enes Kanter (206-C-92) of Turkey C: Dejan Musli (214-C-91) of Serbia 2nd Team SG: Josep Franch (198-G-91) of Spain G: Danilo Andjusic (190-G-91) of Serbia SF: Mael Lebrun (194-F-91) of France PF: Branislav Djekic (205-F/C-91) of Serbia C: Philipp Neumann (210-C-92) of Germany 3rd Team PG: Nimrod Tishman (195-G-91) of Israel SG: Can Mutaf (193-G-91) of Turkey SF: Joan Sastre Morro (201-F-91) of Spain F: Edo Muric (202-F-91) of Slovenia C: Martins Meiers (206-C-91) of Latvia Honorable Mention Safak Edge (185-G-92) of Turkey Dmitry Kulagin (195-G-92) of Russia Andrea De Nicolao (185-G-91) of Italy Andreas Kanonidis (198-F-91) of Greece Oleksandr Lypovyy (200-G-91) of Ukraine Serbia take European championship crown FINAL France - Serbia 72-78 Serbian U18 National team clinched the European championship title! They held off hosting France in Metz today to repeat the 2007 success. Danilo Andjusic (190-G-91, agency: Beo Basket) stepped up with 22 points to lead the Serbian team to the big victory. Branislav Djekic finished with 16 points for Serbia. Dejan Musli added 14 points and 14 boards for the champions. Mael Lebrun responded with 17 points for France. Evan Fournier had 16 points as France clinched silver medals in their first final since 2006. 3rd Place Turkey - Lithuania 95-74 Another top-shelf performance from young star Enes Kanter (206-C-92) propelled Turkish U18 team to the bronze medals at the European Championship in France. He tallied 35 points and 19 rebounds to lead Turkey past Lithuania in consolation final tonight. This became the best result for the Turkish juniors since 2005 when they grabbed the second position. Safak Edge knocked down 20 points for Turkey. Can M. Mutaf added 16 points for the winners. Lithuania answered with 14 points from Jonas Valanciunas. Mantas Kadzevicius had 13 points in the losing case. Turkey outrebounded Lithuania 39:30 and sank solid 61% from the field. 5th Place Russia - Spain 83-92 Spanish Junior National Team claimed the fifth spot at the European Championship in France. They held off Russian counterparts in the final game in Metz today. Three players scored 14 points each for Spain as the team showed a great teamwork down the stretch. Joan Sastre Morro (201-F-91), Joan Tomas and Ignacio Llovet scored 14 points each to pace Spain. Jodar added 13 points in the winning effort. Nikita Barinov responded with 21 points for Russia. Dmitry Kulagin added 15 points and 10 rebounds in defeat. 7th Place Italy - Croatia 99-88 Italy crowned their U18 European Championship campaign with a comfortable victory over Croatia. The win allowed the Azzurri to clinch the seventh overall position, while Croatia finished eighth. Achille Polonara (202-F-91) stepped up for Italy with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Andrea De Nicolao scored 19 points for Italy. Marco Maganza added 17 points in the win. Toni Prostran had 23 points, 12 assists and 5 boards for Croatia. Ante Cutura and Dragan Sekelja knocked down 14 points each in the losing case. Day: 8 (Semi-Finals) 11th place Germany - Slovenia 97-75 Danilo Barthel (205-F-91) lifted Germany past Slovenia in the final game at the U18 European Championship for both teams. He notched 23 points and 8 rebounds as the German team clinched the 11th overall place. Philipp Neumann and Daniel Leithner added 14 points apiece for the winners. Edo Muric responded with 13 points and 8 boards for Slovenia. Jan Span had 11 points in defeat. 5-8 places Spain - Italy 84-72 Spain toppled Italy in the classification games for the 5th-8th spot in France today. The Spaniards led at every break to post a deserved victory at the end. Joan Sastre Morro (201-F-91) top-scored with 19 points for Spain. Ignacio Llovet added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the victory. Michele Vitali answered with 18 points off the bench for the Azzurri. Andrea De Nicolao had 15 points in the losing case. Croatia - Russia 74-76 Russia held off Croatia in a tense battle at the U18 European Championship in France. Dmitry Kulagin (195-G-92) knocked down two free throws with 13 seconds to go in regulation to propel Russia to a hard-fought win at the end of the classification game for the 5th-8th place. Russia will now face Spain for the 5th position. Croatia will wrap up their campaign against Italy tomorrow. Pavel Shavkunov nailed 16 points to lead Russia. Dmitry Kulagin added 14 points in the winning effort. Toni Prostran responded with 21 points and 11 assists for Croatia. Dragan Sekelja had 13 points and 13 rebounds in the loss. 9th place Bulgaria - Latvia 55-65 Latvia outclassed Bulgaria at the U18 European Championship today. The victory allowed the Baltic team to clinch the 9th overall spot at the tournament. Ernijs Ansons (191-G/F-91) scored 13 points to pace well-balanced Latvian attack. Ugis Pinete added 12 points for the winners. Darin Ivanov responded with 10 points for Bulgaria in the loss. SEMIFINALS Lithuania - France 63-68 France made it to the Final of the home U18 European Championship. Cheered by the home crowd they held off previously unbeaten Lithuania in the second semifinal today. Mael Lebrun (194-F-91) knocked down 18 points to lead the charge for France. They will now face Serbia in the title decider tomorrow. Evan Fournier scored 12 points for France. Fabien Paschal added 7 points for the winners. Jonas Valanciunas responded with game-high 37 points and 19 rebounds. Mantas Kadzevicius had 9 points in defeat. Turkey - Serbia 61-66 Serbia overcame a slow start of the U18 European Championship first semifinal to reach the championship game. They defeated Turkey in a wearying battle in Metz today. Serbia will now try to repeat the 2007 success when they last claimed the title. Nemanja Jaramaz (198-G-91) and Dejan Musli scored 14 points apiece for Serbia. Danilo Andjusic added 12 points in the winning case. Enes Kanter (206-C-92) responded with 32 points and 25 boards for Turkey. Can M. Mutaf finished with 10 points in defeat. Day: 7 (Quarter-Finals) Quarterfinals Italy - Serbia 74-82 Serbia U18 became the second Semifinalist of the U18 European Championship Men 2009, in Metz, France. The team overcame Italy 82:74 due to the second period. Serbia were going up 6:2 before Italy eventually got going and took a 13:10 lead on Andrea De Nicolao's three-pointer. Torlak however closed the period with 5-0 with his team for 15:13. The Serbs though used a 9-0 run spanning the end of the first quarter and early part of the second to go up 19:13 on Branislav Djekic's hook shot. Contento tied the game at 21:21 and then again Serbia exploded with 10-0 run. De Nicolao was able to cut it to 31:29 and Riccardo Moraschini (195-G-91) sent the teams to the lockers for 35:33. Iannuzzi tied the game at the beginning of the third, while Polonara brought Italians 42:37. After 54:54 Serbia needed 6-0 run to close the third at 60:54. Italy tried hard but cloud not stay closer to the winners. Riccardo Moraschini made the last shot in the game for 82:74.Andjusic top-scored for the winners with 23 points for the Semifinal birth. Musli collected 19 points and 12 rebounds, while Djekic added 16. De Nicolao finished the game with 22 points and Riccardo Moraschini posted 13. Spain - Turkey 62-76 Turkey upset Spain at the quarter-final encounter at the U18 European Championship Men 2009 in Metz, France. The fourth team of Group F overcame the winner of Group E 76:62 and advanced to the semifinals. In the opening quarter the teams exchanged the baskets and remained close all the time. Only in the end of the period Spain grabbed 14:12 as Lorenzo made a lay-up. Servera tied the game at 21:21 and then Franch gave Spain 26:21. Turkey finished the half on top though with Burak Yuksel hitting from beyond the arc before Mutaf tied it at 26 from the foul line. Turkey had 30:28 at the halftime after 18-14 in the second period. The latter did not even think of slowing down when the teams came back from the lockers. Mutaf made a jump shot for 40:31 and Mutaf scored for 45:35. Servera closed the third period at 52:44 with a jump shot. No matter how hard Spain tried to catch up, Turkey kept the necessary difference. Mutaf scored for 61:49 midway through the last quarter and Enes Kanter (206-C-92) gave Turkey 61:51. Onguner was to last to post in the game as Turkey celebrated the important victory. Enes Kanter was unstoppable with 21 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Mutaf nailed 17 and Aldemir scored 11. Franch delivered 12 for Spain and Llovet chipped in 11. France - Russia 74-61 France U18 became the last Semifinalist of the U18 European Championship Men 2009 in Metz, France. The hosts of the tournament overcame Russia in the last game of the day 74:61. Russia upset the hosts from the start and took 201-9 after the opening quarter. Evan Fournier (198-G/F-92) gave France 21:20 and Lebrun scored for 29:24. Cairo scored inside for a 35:26 lead and, when Stojiljkovic hit consecutive three-pointers before feeding a cutting Cairo for a lay-up, Les Bleus led 43:27. Ivan Lazarev had a dunk in the closing seconds of the second quarter, one in which Russia were outscored 24-9. The latter bounced back with 18-11 in the third period and reduced to 54:47 entering the last frame. Moreover Shavkunov made it 54:49, however France did not slow down. The hosts won the last quarter 20-14 and advanced to the top four teams. Evan Fournier paced all the winners with 20 points for the Semifinal birth. Lebrun netted 10, while Kandolo Okonda Kahudi and Paschal scored 9 apiece. Kulagin finished the game with 21 points and Shavkunov had 11. Lithuania - Croatia 74-55 Lithuania U18 proved the ambitions for the top places and advanced to the Semifinals of the U18 European Championship Men 2009, in Metz, France. The Baltic side won over Croatia 74:55 to remain undefeated. The favorites started with 5-0 run and Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) netted for 9:2. Prostran reduced for 9:8, while Bubalo made it 12:11. Staniulis tied the game at 16:16 at the end of the first frame. Again Lithuania opened the second period with 6-0 run and Staniulis improved to 27:20. After 20-16 in the quarter Cizauskas scored for 36:32 at the halftime. The third quarter became the most interesting in the game as both teams remained hot in the game. Lithuania was in front for the majority of the period and kept 49:47 at the end. Batur tied it at the beginning of the last stanza, but then Lithuania was too good in the game. A 25-8 in the last quarter to take 74:55 victory. Jonas Valanciunas top-scored for the winners with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Cizauskas collected 15 points and 10 boards, while Kadzevicius notched 10. Prostran delivered 14 points in defeat, Batur posted 11 and Jakolis added 10. 9-12 spots Germany - Bulgaria 47-55 Bulgaria won the first game of the Classification Round for 9th to 12th Places in U18 European Championship. The team overcame the German side 55:47 to play for the 9th place on Sunday. Emil Binev (198-F-91) led the way with 13 points, while Tsonkov notched 11. Dafinov followed them with 10 points as Bulgaria U18 will hope for the higher place. Neumann collected 16 points and 19 rebounds in defeat. Monninghoff posted 14 and Barthel had 11. Latvia - Slovenia 93-71 Latvia will play for the 9th place on Sunday in France. The Baltic team overcame Slovenia 93:71 at the Classification Round for 9th to 12th Places. Ugis Pinete (194-F-91) led the way with 22 points and Meiers netted 18. Ansons and Butjankovs followed them with 11 points each. Muric chipped in 18 points and Nikolic Smrdelj scored 12. Group G Greece - Israel 80-54 Greek U18 National Team ensured the Division A spot for the next year. They grabbed the third straight win to clinch the top spot in Group G and avoid relegation. Israel slipped at 1-2 record and would wait for the outcome of Ukraine vs. Czech Republic clash to get to know their fate. Andreas Kanonidis (198-F-91) notched 23 points and 10 boards for Greece. Linos-Spyridon Chrysikopoulos added 21 points, while Vasileios Kavvadas had 12 points and 15 boards in the win. Nimrod Tishman replied with 17 points for Israel. Carmel Bouchman netted 9 points and pulled down 13 rebounds in the losing case. Czech Republic - Ukraine 70-79 Ukraine U18 remains in Division A for the next year after the victory in their last game in France. The team however sent Czech Republic to Division B after 79:70 at the U18 European Championship. V'Yacheslav Bobrov (202-F-92) was unstoppable with 35 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Lebedintsev nailed 13, while Lypovyy and Sandul added 11 each. Kriz and Bohacik delivered 15 points each in the losing effort. Day: 6 (Qualifying Round) Group E Spain - Slovenia 74-67 Spanish Junior National team outscored Slovenia in Group E of the European Championship today. The victory allowed the Spaniards to improve at 4-1 record on top of the group. Slovenia slipped at 1-4 and were left without quarterfinals. Joan Sastre Morro (201-F-91) produced 15 points for Spain. Alberto Jodar had 14 points in the winning case. Edo Muric tallied game-high 21 points and 11 rebounds for Slovenia. Mitja Nikolic Smrdelj netted 14 points in defeat. Croatia - Serbia 70-77 Serbia U18 needed overtime to hold off their archrivals Croatia at the European Championship in France. The Serbian team scored 7 points in a row late in the extra term to escape with a hard-fought at the end. The victory allowed Serbia to tie Croatia at 3-2 record in Group E of the Qualifying Round. Both teams made it to the quarterfinals. Dejan Musli (214-C-91) finished with 14 points and 17 rebounds for Serbia. Lazar Radosavljevic and Branislav Djekic added 13 points each in the win. Domagoj Bubalo answered with 20 points for Croatia. Toni Prostran had 18 points and 9 assists in defeat. France - Germany 71-59 French U18 National Team posted the second win at the Qualifying Round of the European Championship. The hosts toppled Germany to improve at 3-2 record worth the second position in Group E. Les Bleus will now take on Russia in the quarterfinal on Friday. Germany slipped at 1-4 record and just missed the quarterfinal stage. They are going to meet with Bulgaria in the classification games for the 9th-12th place. Evan Fournier (198-G/F-92) poured in game-high 29 points. Fabien Paschal added 11 points and 14 boards, while Chrislain Cairo had 10 points for the winners. Danilo Barthel answered with 15 points for Germany. Philipp Neumann and Ole Wendt netted 9 points each in the losing effort. Group F Italy - Bulgaria 76-56 Italian U18 extended their impressive streak at the European Championship in France. They handled Bulgaria for the third consecutive success today. The victory propelled an Alessandro Ramagli team to 3-2 record in Group F. Bulgaria slipped at 0-5 record at the bottom of the standings. Riccardo Moraschini (195-G-91) knocked down 19 points to pace Italy. Michele Vitali had 12 points, while Andrea De Nicolao notched 11 points in the winning case. Emil Binev replied with 15 points for Bulgaria. Planimir Dafinov netted 13 points in the losing case. Lithuania - Turkey 90-81 Lithuania posted the sixth straight victory at the U18 European Championship in France. They accounted for Turkey in Group F action today. The Baltic team improved at 5-0 record in the pool and clinched the top position. Turkey fell at 3-2 record in the third spot. Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) netted 20 points to lead Lithuania. Saulius Kulvietis and Osvaldas Matulionis provided 13 points each in the winning case. Enes Kanter replied with 22 points and 12 boards for Turkey. Safak Edge added 20 points in the loss. Latvia - Russia 58-72 Russia improved at 3-2 record in Group F of the U18 European Championship in France. They defeated Latvian counterparts in the final game of the Qualifying Round to claim the third spot in the pool. Latvia slipped at 1-4 record to finish fifth. Russia will now take on France in the quarterfinal on Saturday. Latvia will battle against Slovenia for the 9th-12th position. Dmitry Kulagin (195-G-92) delivered 18 points for Russia. Ivan Shamov added 14 points, while Alexander Burtsev knocked down 11 points in the winning case. Ugis Pinete and Ernijs Ansons had 11 points each for Latvia. Martins Meiers tallied 10 points and 15 rebounds in defeat. Group G Israel - Ukraine 69-74 Ukraine celebrated the first win at the U18 European Championship in France. They held off Israel in Hagondange today to improve at 1-1 record in Group G. Israel also appeared with 1-1 record with the stakes rising high for the final round of action in the pool. Ukraine will face Czech Republic, while Israel will play against Greece with just two places in Division A available for the next season. Oleksandr Lypovyy (200-G-91) catalyzed the victory scoring 28 points and grabbing 9 rebounds for Oleg Ruban team. Maksym Sandul tallied 11 points and 10 boards for Ukraine. Andriy Lebedintsev added 10 points in the victory. Bar Timor replied with 15 points for Israel. Nimrod Tishman banked 13 points in the loss. Greece - Czech Republic 65-56 Greek U18 National Team celebrated the second consecutive victory at the European Championship in France. They overcame Czech Republic to improve at 2-0 record in Group G. Czech team suffered the second loss in a row and appeared on the verge of falling to Division B. Andreas Kanonidis (198-F-91) knocked down 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for Greece. Ioannis Angelopoulos finished with 17 points for the winners. Martin Kriz responded with 14 points and 18 rebounds for Czech Republic. Matyas Hering had 12 points in defeat. Day: 5 (Qualifying Round) Group E Serbia - Spain 60-65 Spanish U18 National team posted the second straight win at the European Championship Qualifying Round. They improved at 3-1 record in Group E, while Serbia slipped at 2-2. Alberto Jodar scored 19 points to pace Spain to the victory. Ignacio Llovet (202-C-91) produced 14 points and 9 rebounds for Spain. Joan Sastre Morro added 10 points and 7 boards in the win. Nemanja Jaramaz responded with 11 points and 6 boards for Serbia. Petar Torlak, Danilo Andjusic and Lazar Radosavljevic had 10 points each in defeat. France - Croatia 67-61 France overcame Croatia 67:61 in the last game of Group E on Tuesday in the Qualifying Round at the U18 European Championship Men 2009. France tied their record at 2-2 after 67:61 victory. Mael Lebrun (194-F-91) and Westermann top-scored for the winners with 14 points each. Paschal added 11 for the tie record. Jakolis ended up with 17 points in the losing effort, while Sekelja collected 8 points and 10 rebounds. Germany - Slovenia 76-71 Germany grabbed the first win at the Qualifying Round of the U18 European Championship in France. They held off pesky Slovenia to stay hopeful about their title ambitions. Germany improved at 1-3 record to catch up with Slovenia in Group E ladder. Germany will face the hosts tomorrow, while Slovenia will play against Spain to decide on the quarterfinal birth. Philipp Neumann (210-C-92) tallied 24 points and 7 rebounds for Germany. Mathis Monninghoff and Danilo Barthel had 11 points apiece for the winners. Jan Span responded with 18 points for Slovenia. Mitja Nikolic Smrdelj finished with 16 points and 9 boards in defeat. Group F Latvia - Lithuania 60-89 Lithuania won the Baltic clash over Latvia at the Qualifying Round at the U18 European Championship Men in Hagondange, France. Lithuania won 89:60 to improve to 4-0 record in Group F. Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) paced all the winners with 20 points for the perfect record. Cizauskas nailed 14 and Peciukevicius nailed 13. Meiers collected 17 points in defeat for 1-3 record. Butjankovs had 13 points and 11 boards, whilst Jonats posted 10. Russia - Bulgaria 95-57 Russian U18 National Team earned the first win at the second stage of the European Championship in France. They held off Bulgaria to improve at 2-2 record. Bulgaria in the meantime suffered the second straight defeat falling at 0-4 record in Group F. Pavel Shavkunov (185-G-91) netted 19 points to lead the charge. Mikhail Nabotov added 17 points in the winning case. Plamen Hristov had 13 points for Bulgaria. Lachezar Radev banked 9 points in the bitter loss. Russia is scheduled to face Latvia, while Bulgaria will play against Italy tomorrow. Turkey - Italy 61-70 Italy are gaining just the right form as they posted the second straight win at the U18 European Championship. They handled Turkey today to climb at 2-2 record in the Qualifying Round Group F. Turkey suffered the first loss in France and slipped at 3-1 record in the pool. Andrea De Nicolao was instrumental in the win with 20 points. Riccardo Moraschini (195-G-91) and Michele Vitali netted 11 points each for the winners. Furkan Aldemir responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds for Turkey. Cenk Sekeroglu had 10 points in the loss. Day: 4 (Qualifying Round) Group E Spain - France 75-69 Spanish team sneaked past France at the U18 European Championship. Spaniards improved at 2-1 record in Qualifying Round Group E. The hosts in the meantime fell to surprising 1-2 record in the pool. Joan Tomas (201-F-92) and Ignacio Llovet finished with 15 points each for Spain. Alberto Jodar added 12 points in the victory. Fabien Paschal replied with 16 points and 12 boards for France. Leo Westermann had 12 points in defeat. Germany - Serbia 68-89 Serbia clinched the first win in Group E of the U18 European Championship in France. They held off German opponents to improve at 2-1 record in the pool. Germany slipped at 0-3 after the defeat. Danilo Andjusic (190-G-91, agency: Beo Basket) stepped up with game-high 26 points to pace Serbia. He unloaded impressive 8/10 three-pointers en route to an outstanding result. Dejan Musli finished with 17 points and 17 rebounds for Serbia. Nikola Rondovic added 15 points and 9 boards in the win. Philipp Neumann had 20 points for Germany. Mathis Monninghoff chipped in 11 points in the loss. Slovenia - Croatia 84-90 Croatian U18 team celebrated the fourth consecutive win in France. They opened the Qualifying Round of the European Championship with victory over Slovenia. Croatia improved at 3-0 record, while Slovenia fell at 1-2 in Group E. Dino Jakolis (198-G-91) and Dragan Sekelja scored 20 points apiece for Croatia. Matteo Juricic had 18 points, 6 boards and 4 assists in the win. Sven Malus and Jakob Cebasek knocked down 22 points each for Slovenia. Group F Italy - Latvia 66-58 Italian U18 team posted the first win at the Qualifying Round of the European Championship in France. They hung on to topple Latvia in Group F tonight. Italy therefore improved at 1-2 record catching up with the Baltic team in the ladder. Riccardo Moraschini (195-G-91) and Achille Polonara knocked down 14 points each to lead Italy. Andrea De Nicolao added 8 points for the winning side. Armands Osins managed 14 points and 8 boards for Latvia. Ugis Pinete had 11 points in the losing case. Russia - Turkey 70-72 Turkish U18 team secured the fourth straight win at the European Championship in France. Earlier today they nipped Russia at the start of the Qualifying Round in Group F. Thus Turkey improved at 3-0 record in the pool, sending Russia at 1-2. Turkey wasted their 12-point advantage in the final stanza to play extra period. They however managed to pull together before escaping with a narrow victory at the end. Enes Kanter (206-C-92) delivered 19 points and 22 rebounds to orchestrate the win. Can Maxim Mutaf added 15 points, while Safak Edge dropped 14. Mikhail Nabotov responded with 12 points for Russia. Alexander Burtsev finished with 11 points and 9 boards in the loss. Bulgaria - Lithuania 40-91 Lithuania extended their unbeaten run at the U18 European Championship in France. The Baltic team posted the fourth straight victory at the tournament today. They outclassed Bulgaria to open the Qualifying Round action. Lithuania thus improved at 3-0 record in Group F, while Bulgaria fell at 0-3. Saulius Kulvietis (204-F-91) knocked down 18 points to pace Lithuania. Osvaldas Matulionis added 16 points in the win. Darin Ivanov responded with 8 points for Bulgaria. Hristo Gospodinov and Emil Binev had 6 points each in the losing effort. Group G Czech Republic - Israel 60-78 Israeli U18 team secured an important win over Czech Republic at the European Championship in France. The victory helped Israel to 1-0 record in Classification Round Group G. Israel thus stepped closer to saving their place in Division A of the tournament for the next season. Israel used a 26:11 first quarter to clear off for good. Nimrod Tishman (195-G-91) and Carmel Bouchman knocked down 18 points apiece for Israel. Karam Mashour added 12 points and 9 rebounds in the win. Jaromir Bohacik responded with 14 points for Czech Republic. Vaclav Honomichl delivered 11 points in the loss. Ukraine - Greece 45-73 Greece thumped Ukraine at the classification round for the 13th-16th spot of the U18 European Championship. Four teams are fighting to remain in Division A for the next season. Greece made the first step towards the goal. They handled Ukraine to improve at 1-0 record in Group G. Ukraine on the other hand suffered the fourth straight defeat in France slipping at 0-1. Andreas Kanonidis (198-F-91) dropped 17 points to pace Greece. Dionysios Kapiniaris provided 13 points and 7 boards in the victory. Andriy Lebedintsev responded with 16 points for Ukraine. Maksym Sandul finished with 11 points in defeat. Day: 3 (Preliminary Round) Group A Czech Republic - France 67-78 The French Junior team earned the second victory at the European Championship. The hosts handled Czech Republic to clinch the second spot in Group A. The Czech team slipped at 0-3 record and would fight at the relegation round. Frederic Bourdillon (193-G/F-91) netted 15 points to lead France. Nikola Stojiljkovic dropped 14 points in the winning effort. Ondrej Peterka responded with 12 points for Czech Republic. Martin Kriz had 11 points and 12 rebounds in the losing case. Serbia - Slovenia 69-50 Serbia outgunned Slovenia at the U18 European Championship in France. The middle of the game turned decisive in this one. Serbia overwhelmed their opponents by 20 points in the second and third quarters to ensure the winning margin. Serbia improved at 2-1 record after the win and caught up with Slovenia in Group A standings. Dejan Musli (214-C-91) nailed 13 points to pace Serbia. Nemanja Jaramaz and Lazar Radosavljevic added 12 points apiece for the winning team. Edo Muric and Jakob Cebasek had 8 points apiece for Slovenia. Buda finished with 7 points in the loss. Group B Spain - Germany 83-56 Spain posted the second straight win at the U18 European Championship in France. They cruised past Germany today to clinch the Qualifying Round birth. Josep Franch (198-G-91) scored 15 points to propel Spain to 2-1 record in Group B. Germany fell at 1-2 in the third position. Alberto Jodar finished with 13 points for Spain. Joan Sastre Morro and Miguel Servera added 11 points apiece in the victory. Mathis Monninghoff had 16 points for Germany. Daniel Leithner delivered 12 points in the losing case. Ukraine - Croatia 69-73 Toni Prostran, Luka Babic and Ivan Batur did not play for Croatia in the third round but it did not prevent Ukraine from falling short in Group B game. Croatia thus celebrated the third straight victory at the tournament and clinched the top spot in the pool. Ukraine suffered the third loss in a row to remain in the fourth spot in the ladder. Pasko Vrlika (204-C-91) had 17 points to pace Croatia. Toni Brnas added 15 points, while Dragan Sekelja notched 11 points in the win. Kostyantyn Anikiyenko responded with 13 points and 12 boards for Ukraine. Prokopenko finished with 12 points in the losing case. Group C Latvia - Greece 68-71 Greek U18 National Team wrapped up the preliminary round at the European Championship with victory. They held off Latvia but could not make it into the Qualifying Round of the tournament. Latvia on the other hand claimed the second place in Group C to stay in the title race. Andreas Kanonidis (198-F-91) nailed 24 points to lead Greece. Ioannis Angelopoulos added 10 points in the winning case. Martins Meiers responded with 20 points and 12 rebounds for Latvia. Armands Osins had 14 points in defeat. Turkey - Bulgaria 74-58 Turkey posted the third straight win at the U18 European Championship. They thumped Bulgaria to clinch the top spot in preliminary Group C. Bulgaria slipped at 1-2 record in the third position in the pool. Can Maxim Mutaf (193-G-91) finished with 14 points to pace Turkey. Burak Yuksel added 13 points, while Safak Edge had 11 points in the winning case. Plamen Hristov replied with 16 points for Bulgaria. Planimir Dafinov netted 10 points in the loss. Group D Israel - Italy 57-66 Italian U18 National Team posted the first win at the European Championship in France. They held off Israel to improve at 1-2 record in preliminary Group D. The Azzurri limited their opponents to just 22 points in the first half to set the tone. They never surrendered the advantage after the long break to celebrate a vital victory at the end. Michele Vitali (194-G-91) came up with 19 points to pace Italy. Andrea De Nicolao had 14 points for the winners. Nimrod Tishman answered with 16 points and 8 boards for Israel. Guy Dotan had 15 points in the losing effort. Lithuania - Russia 76-69 Lithuania earned the third straight win at the U18 European Championship in Division B. They clinched the top spot in Group D. Russia slipped at 1-2 record but still managed to make it to the Qualifying Round of the tournament. Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) knocked down 20 points and pulled down 15 boards to pace Lithuania. Osvaldas Matulionis added 13 points and 7 boards in the win. Pavel Antipov responded with 25 points for Russia. Gleb Plotnikov had 13 points in the loss. Lithuania will start the Qualifying Round against Bulgaria, while Russia will face Turkey on Monday. Day: 2 (Preliminary Round) Group A Slovenia - France 83-81 Slovenia U18 became the only undefeated team of Group A at the U18 European Championship. The team improved to 2-0 record handing France the first 83:81 loss. Edo Muric (202-F-91) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Buda nailed 14, while Nikolic Smrdelj ended up with 13. Cairo finished the game with 17 points in the losing effort as France is 1-1. Bourdillon posted 15, whilst Paschal had 12. Serbia - Czech Republic 75-56 Serbian U18 team celebrated the first win at the European Championship in Hagondange. They held off Czech Republic in preliminary Group A to improve at 1-1 record. Czech team slipped at 0-2 record. Branislav Djekic (205-F/C-91, agency: Beo Basket) knocked down 17 points for Serbia. Dejan Musli added 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Nikola Rondovic had 10 points in the win. Vojtech Bratcenkov knocked down 15 points for Czech Republic. Milan Jaros had 10 points in the losing effort. Serbia will face Slovenia, while Czech Republic will play against France in the third round. Group B Spain - Ukraine 97-74 Spanish Junior National Team celebrated the first win at the European Championship in France. They chopped up Ukraine in the second round of action in Group B. Alberto Jodar (204-F/C-91) finished with 15 points to lead Spain. Joan Sastre Morro added 14 points, while Miguel Servera had 12 points and 7 boards in the win. Oleksandr Lypovyy answered with 19 points for Ukraine. Andriy Lebedintsev had 14 points in the loss. Germany - Croatia 51-73 Croatian U18 team extended their unbeaten run at the European Championship in France. They knocked down Germany today to remain at the helm of preliminary Group B. Germany had to slow down after the impressive starting win over Ukraine. One of the U19 World Championship standouts Toni Prostran (183-G-91) was once again impressive for Croatia. He tallied 24 points, 9 assists and 4 boards to orchestrate the game well. Domagoj Bubalo finished with 13 points and 10 boards for Croats. Dino Jakolis had 10 points and 9 rebounds in the win. Philipp Neumann responded with 25 points for Germany. Danilo Barthel had 10 points in defeat. Group C Turkey - Latvia 85-50 Turkey became the leader of Group C of the U18 European Championship. The team beat Latvia 85:50 in Day 2 of the tournament for 2-0 record. Furkan Aldemir (205-F-91), Toz and Edge top-cored for the winners with 14 points each. Jonats brought Latvia 10 points as latter dropped at 1-1. Rubenis and Butjankovs notched 9 points in the losing effort. Bulgaria - Greece 65-55 Bulgaria sank Greece even deeper at the U18 European Championship. A Georgi Mladenov team celebrated a comfortable win to improve at 1-1 record in Group C. The Hellenes slipped at 0-2 at the bottom of the standings. Emil Binev (198-F-91) delivered 21 points and 7 boards to pace Bulgaria. Plamen Hristov added 16 points and 10 rebounds in the winning case. Ioannis Angelopoulos had 16 points for Greece. Georgios Georgakis finished with 9 points and 7 rebounds in defeat. Group D Lithuania - Israel 92-53 Lithuanian U18 team posted the second straight win at the European Championship in France. They toppled Israel to remain alone on top of preliminary Group D. Israel fell at 1-1 record in the second position. Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) had 15 points and 8 caroms for the winning team. Gilvydas Biruta added 10 points for Lithuania. Nimrod Tishman notched 20 points for Israel. Daniel Tamir recorded 8 points in defeat. Russia - Italy 55-54 Russia had a narrow escape against Italy on the second day of the U18 European Championship in France. Russia gained a one-point victory to improve at 1-1 record in Group D. The Azzurri fell at 0-2 record. Pavel Antipov (204-F-91) scored 21 and pulled down 10 rebounds to lead Russia. Ivan Lazarev had 10 points in the victorious case. Achille Polonara answered with 10 points for the Azzurri. Michele Vitali had 7 points in defeat. Day: 1 (Preliminary Round) Group A Czech Republic - Slovenia 71-74 Slovenia opened their U18 European Championship campaign victoriously. They defeated Czech Republic in preliminary Group A in Hagondange, France. Czech Republic trailed by just a single point with 4 seconds remaining but Horvat and Mitja Nikolic Smrdelj sealed the winning outcome for Slovenia. Jakob Cebasek (198-G/F-91) knocked down 22 points to pace Slovenia. Mitja Nikolic Smrdelj added 19 points, while Pajic had 13 points and 9 rebounds in the win. Martin Kriz replied with 18 points for Czech Republic. Ondrej Kohout finished with 13 points and 8 boards in the loss. France - Serbia 68-63 France U18 edged out Serbia U18 68:63 in the opener of U18 European Championships. The hosts needed 21-11 to seal the first victory at the tournament. Leo Westermann (196-G-92) paced all the winners with 17 points being the only player for his team to reach double digits. Fournier nailed 8, while Kandolo notched 7. Musli tried hard in the losing effort providing 21 points for Serbia. Group B Ukraine - Germany 77-100 Germany overwhelmed Ukraine in the opener of Group B in France. The German team won the offensive game over Ukraine 100:77 in the U18 European Championship. Germany produced an outstanding three-point barrage hitting 15 of 27 attempts from long-range. Friedrich Lotze (205-C/F-91) top-scored for the winners with 19 points. Monninghoff ended up with 17, while Neumann added 15. Lypovyy finished the game with 21 points in defeat. Lebedintsev posted 20 and Dzyuba notched 16. Croatia - Spain 82-78 Croatia U18 edged Spain U18 in their first game at the U18 European Championship that just started in France. Toni Prostran (183-G-91) shined over the Spanish squad in 82:78 win in the opener. Toni Prostran was unstoppable with 35 points for the winners. Babic notched 10, while Cutura recorded 9. Llovet finished the game with 16 points in defeat. Sastre chipped in 13, whilst Jodar added 12. Group C Latvia - Bulgaria 63-47 Latvia U18 and Bulgaria U18 opened the U18 European Championship in Group C. The Baltic side needed 16-4 in the last period to seal the first 63:47 victory. Nauris Miezis (192-G-91) top-scored for the winners with 12 points for 1-0 record. Pinete netted 10, while Meiers collected 10 points and 12 rebounds. Dafinov and Binev ended up with 9 points each in the losing effort. Greece - Turkey 74-78 Turkey and Greece created a battle in the second game of the U18 European Championship in Group C. Turkey was a bit luckier to grab 78:74 win for 1-0 record. Enes Kanter (206-C-92) was unstoppable with 22 points and 22 rebounds. Mutaf nailed 16, whilst Edge 11. Georgakis delivered 22 points for the Greek side, Karathanasis posted 14 and Katsivelis notched 12. Group D Israel - Russia 63-62 Israel edge out Russia 63:62 in their opening game of the U18 European Championships. The game kept the spectators excited until the last seconds when Nimrod Tishman (195-G-91) hit the go-ahead shot for a shock win. Nimrod Tishman was unstoppable with 26 points for the winners. Dotan and Havkin followed him with 7 points each in the winning effort. Antipov top-scored for Russia with 19 points and 11 rebounds. Lazarev collected 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Kulagin added 10. Italy - Lithuania 85-86 Lithuania U18 won the real thriller over Italian side in their opener of the U18 European Championship. Jonas Valanciunas (211-C-92) with a dunk brought 86:85 stunning victory over the opponents. Jonas Valanciunas had a great game with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Kadzevicius nailed 20, while Staniulis posted 9. De Nicolao finished the night with 20 points, whilst Moraschini notched 16.
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1010	dbpedia	2	74	https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nikhil-bardia-a4bb851_bkt-extends-bbl-partnership-cricketcomau-activity-7115914598175694848-bu9W	en	Nikhil Bardia on LinkedIn: BKT extends BBL partnership	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/sync/D4D27AQFxe1kOR1KOYg/articleshare-shrink_800/0/1711358349444?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=qRk6N7yEqJ9OPjHJ3UGhrIYD54niuH4NmsVwksuzY-A	https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/sync/D4D27AQFxe1kOR1KOYg/articleshare-shrink_800/0/1711358349444?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=qRk6N7yEqJ9OPjHJ3UGhrIYD54niuH4NmsVwksuzY-A	[ "https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/5q92mjc5c51bjlwaj3rs9aa82" ]	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Nikhil Bardia" ]	2023-10-06T04:24:07.479000+00:00	Enabling a strong brand and partner story-telling that continues to develop and evolve as the seasons have progressed. A great team at Cricket Australia and…	en	https://static.licdn.com/aero-v1/sc/h/al2o9zrvru7aqj8e1x2rzsrca		https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nikhil-bardia-a4bb851_bkt-extends-bbl-partnership-cricketcomau-activity-7115914598175694848-bu9W	In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a surge in the popularity of T20 cricket leagues within its borders. Looking at one of the major leagues which were granted official status even before the second season started. 🏏 The International League T20 (ILT20), also known as DP World ILT20, stands out as the premier tournament in the region. Sanctioned by the Emirates Cricket Board, this professional cricket league debuted in January 2023. The inaugural season featured six competing teams: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai Capitals, Desert Vipers, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates, and Sharjah Warriors. 👑 The team names might seem familiar as many of these teams are backed by familiar names from the Indian Premier League (IPL) ownership roster, alongside newcomers like the Adani Group and the Glazer family, known for their majority stake in Manchester United. Interestingly, 3 original IPL franchise owners (i.e. the owners of Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals) got the additional advantage of signing up to four players from their current IPL squads. 🏢 The ILT20's calibre has earned it List A status from the International Cricket Council (ICC) just a month before its second season, marking a significant milestone as the first Associate nation's T20 league to receive such recognition. This means that all statistics from the tournament are now officially recognized. 💱 An interesting aspect of this tournament is its Wildcard rule. This allows each team to add two players to their squad, over and above the permissible 22 players. But the catch lies in the salary cap, which makes it mandatory that each team can only spend a maximum of $2.5 million. If they have done so, then they can only spend a maximum of 10% of the salary cap, which is $250,000 for their wildcard players. ✈ A variation in the foreign player quota sees nine overseas players out of eleven, much higher than the 4/5 overseas player limit for other major T20 leagues. Two players on each team must be a UAE player and a player from an Associate Member nation respectively 📺 A landmark deal in May 2021 saw the revival of Zee Entertainment Enterprises in the sports sector as it secured the league's media rights for a decade, spanning from 2023 to 2032, at a staggering cost of US$120 million. Watch this space for more exciting developments in the realm of sports tournaments in the Middle East! Vidushpat Singhania Sources: ESPN Cricinfo, Business Standard Field Placement Tactics in Indoor Cricket Field placement tactics are essential to any successful indoor cricket team. As the sport is played in a much smaller area than normal cricketing fields, it is important to strategize the placement of players on the field to maximize each team's chances of success. Some of the key tactics to consider include the location of boundary riders, which can be used to save runs and stop batsmen from getting established; the placement of bowlers, which can be used to create the maximum pressure; and the placement of a deep fielder, used to provide a last-ditch run-saving tactic. Additionally, adjusting the field during a dramatic batsman switch may also help teams in certain situations. When it comes to successful field placement in indoor cricket, the key is to be strategic, tactically aware, and alert. Welcome to cricket Ottawa, where our mission is to make cricket, along with the dynamic world of Softball Cricket, a vibrant and healthy family-friendly activity in the heart of Ottawa, Canada. Read more about this on https://lnkd.in/esC5kcMF #SportsBonding #FriendlyCompetition #ActiveFamilies #CricketMemories #InclusiveSports #CricketJoy #HealthyLiving #indoorcricket #CricketOttawa Canada Startups Anam ZulfiqarMazhar ChoudhryLaiba Tariq Abdullah Muhammad Robeel KhanRabel K. Lutf-ur-Rahim Tahir Fizza Naeem Atif Tahir The expansion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to a five-Test series is a welcome decision, but ignores the plight of other Test-playing nations, writes Ritam Mitra. This summer heralds what will be a first in many cricket fans’ lifetimes: a five-match #Test series between Australia and India. It’s been 32 years since the last five-match Test series between the two nations, and the move from the four- (and occasionally two-) Test format demonstrates the value placed on the rivalry by fans, broadcasters and administrators alike. It’s indisputable that India v Australia is the jewel in Test cricket’s slipping crown. While the #Ashes may carry the weight of history, from both a commercial and cricketing perspective, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy leaves the Ashes dead and buried. And yet, to some, the five-test announcement will be a bittersweet pill. Let’s hope it’s not the latest example of the #ICC fiddling while Rome burns. #cricketaustralia #BCCI #BorderGavaskarTrophy #IndVAus #TeamIndia #ViratKohli #PatCummins #RohitSharma #IPL #jayshah Pawan Luthra \| Tracey Holmes \| Nick Hockley \| Dipen Rughani GAICD \| Renesh Krishnan \| Gurnam Singh \| Sanjiv Dubey \| Sagar Mehrotra The recent chatter regarding the proposal by cricket's 'Big Three' to revive the #CLT20 competition is the latest nail in the coffin of Test cricket as we know it. As I wrote in Indian Link Media Group last week, while the imminent expansion of the #BorderGavaskarTrophy to a five-Test series is good news for fans of Test cricket, unless you’re Australia, India or England, the format appears destined to continue dying a slow death without drastic intervention. Test cricket is bigger than the Big Three. It's easy for multi-millionaires like Virat Kohli to commit to the format when their livelihoods and futures are not at stake, but it's neither fair nor realistic to expect players from other nations to simply “put their country first” when they could be earning life-changing amounts for significantly less work. There are several tools at the International Cricket Council's disposal which would go some way towards redressing the slide of the longest format for other nations, whether through carving out a dedicated Test cricket window (or a shortened IPL window), subsidising match payments for players representing countries other than the Big Three, or guaranteeing each Test nation a minimum number of tests in each cycle. Of course, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has a huge role to play in making these options commercially viable. A five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy is certainly an exciting development, but one can only hope it’s not the latest example of the ICC fiddling while Rome burns (or a Trojan horse masking the ICC's ambition to support the proliferation of more T20 leagues...). 🇮🇳🆚🇵🇰 October 14 - today, Contest Alert! Win a Free Image Quotient! Hey, Cricket Fans! The most awaited clash between India and Pakistan is just around the corner, and we've got an exciting contest for you. 🏏Here's your chance to score big! We're giving away 'Free Image Quotient' to 6 lucky winners, and participating is as easy as wearing your pride! 🙌 The Image Quotient comes at a price. But guess what!!? If you win this contest, you get it for FREE! How to Enter: 1. Wear your favourite Indian cricket team jersey with pride 2. Snap a stunning photo of yourself in your jersey 3. Attach your picture in the comment section of this post between 11:30am to 2:30pm today, on October 14th 4. 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Good luck! 🤞🏼🎉 #ContestAlert #IndiaVsPakistan #CricketFever #ImageQuotient #WinBig #CricketLove #biwithmansi #ECG #etiquette #communication #grooming #trust The BCCI is 6x richer than the other major cricket boards combined🤯 Yes, you heard that right. The BCCI’s net worth is close to $2.25 bn which is upwards of Rs. 18,000 cr. The next biggest board is Cricket Australia at $ 79 mn or ~ Rs. 650 cr (< 4%) of BCCI’s scale. Well, what’s more astonishing is that BCCI is valued at 250 times of the NZ Cricket Board. Talking about revenue, the BCCI is set to receive 38.5% of ICC’s revenue share during the 2024-27 cricketing cycle💰 Further, BCCI’s annual revenue in the past decade has been growing at a healthy double digit CAGR, largely thanks to the IPL. The BCCI’s main sources of own revenue include streaming rights (TV and Digital), in addition to advertisement and sponsorship fees. In fact, the recently concluded Cricket World Cup is set to inject Rs. 22,000 cr into the country’s GDP. This has been on the back of streaming, ads, gains in travel, hospitality, food, ticket sales and merchandise✈️ If the BCCI were a listed company, it would be one of the biggest companies in the country and definitely be a favourite across everyone’s portfolio. With BCCI getting the lion’s share of global cricket revenue, where do you think our sport is headed? Let me know in the comments👍 Source: Finshots ***** I write posts to help you with motivation, learn more about business and consulting, while helping CA students. Follow Akshat Jain for more such posts✌️ #linkedinforcreators #linkedinfamily #cricket #cricketworldcup #bcci Global Cricket Equipment Market 2024-2030 The global cricket equipment market is anticipated to experience steady growth from 2024 to 2030. Key drivers include the sport's increasing popularity worldwide, particularly in countries like India, Australia, and the UK, and the rise of T20 leagues such as the IPL, BBL, CPL, and PSL. These leagues have significantly boosted demand for cricket gear. Download free PDF Sample https://lnkd.in/e8spnit4 Full Market Research Report with TOC https://lnkd.in/e3J246h4 The market, valued at approximately USD 680.3 million in 2023, is projected to reach USD 1.4 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 3.2% (Verified Market Research). Another estimate suggests the market could grow from USD 827.53 million in 2024 to USD 1.20 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 6.41% (Research and Markets). Product innovation is a major trend, with companies like Kookaburra, SG, and MRF introducing new high-performance equipment such as advanced cricket balls, protective gear, and smart cricket bats. Partnerships and collaborations, such as Kookaburra's with Burley-Sekem and Cricket Australia's with str8bat, are also driving market growth (Fortune Business Insights) (FutureStats). Regionally, the Asia Pacific, especially India, is a significant market due to cricket's immense popularity and cultural significance. The region is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. The UK remains a key market in Europe, while interest in cricket is gradually increasing in North America due to growing diaspora communities (Fortune Business Insights) (Research and Markets). Challenges include the high cost of quality equipment and the presence of counterfeit products. However, technological advancements and innovations in manufacturing are expected to create new growth opportunities (Research and Markets) (FutureStats). FIND RELATED REPORTS e axle cooling oil market https://lnkd.in/eKnAStKa all terrain vehicle atv market https://lnkd.in/eD_jxXYK aircraft fly by wire control system market https://lnkd.in/eRBVchbS market/ About Mobility Foresights, We are among the very few market research firms globally, specialized in mobility domain(s). 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It also allows for more creative shot-making, as the ball can be hit in any direction to score a run. Outdoor cricket is usually played on a larger field with more boundaries, and the game can take quite a bit longer to finish. This is often seen as the more classic form of the game, and is ideal for those who prefer a more strategic approach. No matter which you choose, cricket is a fantastic way to bond with friends and family members of all ages. It is a sport steeped in tradition and history, and will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come. Welcome to cricket Ottawa, where our mission is to make cricket, along with the dynamic world of Softball Cricket, a vibrant and healthy family-friendly activity in the heart of Ottawa, Canada. 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1010	dbpedia	2	23	https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3310957	en	Travis heads trophy haul after tough summer	https://resources.cricket-australia.pulselive.com/cricket-australia/photo/2023/05/05/0202c465-92a9-456a-9541-9697a4f88c6f/bgE1Diep.ashx	https://resources.cricket-australia.pulselive.com/cricket-australia/photo/2023/05/05/0202c465-92a9-456a-9541-9697a4f88c6f/bgE1Diep.ashx	[ "https://pixel.quantserve.com/pixel/p-_yGXjT_8BYPT1.gif", "https://resources.cricket-australia.pulselive.com/cricket-australia/document/2022/10/25/bdb5b713-9bb9-40c9-aefd-84b51f0b1b20/CricketAustraliaLogoWhiteWide.svg", "https://resources.cricket-australia.pulselive.com/cricket-australia/document/2022/12/15/49e...	[]	[]	[ "text" ]	null	[ "Andrew Ramsey" ]	2021-04-16T08:08:04+00:00	Redbacks skipper and Bridget Patterson take top awards after a tough season for South Australia's…	en	/resources/ver/v1.11.2/assets/cricket-australia/apple-touch-icon.png		https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3310957	A summer tinged with setbacks and disappointment for Travis Head has ended in personal triumph for the deposed Test batter who cleaned up at South Australia's end-of-season awards presentation last night. Head, who lost his place in Australia's Test line-up and endured a winless season as captain of the Redbacks, was awarded the Neil Dansie Medal as the outstanding men's player of 2020-21 in addition to being named the state's best in the Marsh Sheffield Shield and One-Day Cup competitions. It completed a prolific summer for the former Test vice-captain, who finished as second-highest Shield runs scorer (behind Western Australia's Cameron Green, who usurped Head in the Test team) and second-highest in the one-day competition (after Victoria's Peter Handscomb). The 27-year-old also posted his inaugural first-class double-century – against WA in Perth – and recently became engaged to girlfriend Jessica Davies. It was the first time Head has won the Dansie Medal, SA's pre-eminent men's cricket prize, given he has historically missed large swathes of the domestic season due to international duties. SA Scorpions' leading runs-scorer Bridget Patterson was also awarded her maiden McCauley Medal as the outstanding player of the Women's National Cricket League season, which she finished as fifth-highest runs scorer across the competition. Her success came after an atypical pre-season during which she spent much of the winter preparing in isolation on Kangaroo Island due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. Patterson finished the summer with 371 runs at an average of 61.83 including two centuries, and claimed the award ahead of teammates Tahlia McGrath and Courtney Webb. Teenage fast bowler Darcie Brown was crowned the most improved Scorpions player just hours after winning her first Cricket Australia contract, while allrounder Liam Scott was named most improved men's player. And pace bowlers Sarah Coyte and Wes Agar received MVP honours for the Adelaide Strikers WBBL and BBL outfits respectively. Redbacks opener Henry Hunt was named the winner of the Barry 'Nugget' Rees award as "the player who annually displays passion for South Australia and South Australian cricket, humility, honesty and integrity, teamwork and respect for the game of cricket". SACA Awards 2020-21 Major awards Neil Dansie Medal: Travis Head Andrea McCauley Medal: Bridget Patterson Lord Hampden Trophy (Shield MVP): Travis Head Marsh One-Day Cup MVP: Travis Head WBBL MVP: Sarah Coyte BBL MVP: Wes Agar Other awards State Indigenous Female Player of the Year: Jacinta Goodger-Chandler State Indigenous Male Player of the Year: Tyrell Sinclair Peter Wang Award: Zac Worden (recognising a youth squad member who shows excellent cricket ability, high work ethic, team loyalty, distinguished character and respect for the game's spirit) Marsh One-Day Cup batting award: Travis Head, 276 runs Marsh One-Day Cup bowling award: Wes Agar, 7 wickets WNCL Batting award: Bridget Patterson, 371 runs WNCL Bowling award: Samantha Betts, 11 wickets WNCL Most Improved: Darcie Brown WBBL Batting award: Laura Wolvaardt, 347 runs WBBL Bowling award: Sarah Coyte, 18 wickets BBL Batting: Jake Weatherald, 433 runs BBL Bowling: Wes Agar, 22 wickets Barry 'Nugget' Rees Award: Henry Hunt James Irwin Trophy (first-class batting): Travis Head, 893 runs First Class Bowling Trophy: Chadd Sayers, 13 wickets Barry Jarman Most Improved trophy: Liam Scott
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1010	dbpedia	2	62	https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cricket-australia-awards-shaun-marsh-and-elyse-villani-take-australian-domestic-awards-1250117	en	Shaun Marsh and Elyse Villani take Australian domestic awards	https://img1.hscicdn.com…100/316157.6.jpg	https://img1.hscicdn.com…100/316157.6.jpg	[ "https://wassets.hscicdn.com/static/images/lazyimage-noaspect.svg", "https://wassets.hscicdn.com/static/images/lazyimage-transparent.png", "https://wassets.hscicdn.com/static/images/lazyimage-transparent.png", "https://wassets.hscicdn.com/static/images/lazyimage-transparent.png", "https://wassets.hscicdn.co...	[]	[]	[ "", "news", "daily", "package", "cricket", "headlines", "bulletin" ]	null	[ "ESPNcricinfo staff" ]	2021-02-05T04:58:18+00:00	Will Sutherland and Hannah Darlington took the young player honours	en	https://wassets.hscicdn.com/static/images/favicon.ico	ESPNcricinfo	https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cricket-australia-awards-shaun-marsh-and-elyse-villani-take-australian-domestic-awards-1250117	Will Sutherland and Hannah Darlington took the young player honours ESPNcricinfo staff 05-Feb-2021 Shaun Marsh has made it back-to-back male domestic player of the year titles at the Cricket Australia awards with Elyse Villani named the female player of the year. Will Sutherland and Hannah Darlington took the respective young cricketer titles. The voting period of the awards is December 11, 2019 to December 9, 2020. For the men that takes in last season's BBL, the latter part of last season's Sheffield Shield and the first part of this season, which was played in an Adelaide hub, and for the women that latter part of last season's WNCL and this season's WBBL. During that period Marsh scored 1058 across all formats for Western Australia and Melbourne Renegades. That is split as 609 runs at 55.36 in the Sheffield Shield, which included three centuries earlier this season, and 449 runs in the BBL. He is the fourth player to win the award in multiple years after Darren Lehmann, Michael Klinger and Cameron White. Villani's award comes after she lost her place in the Australia team in early 2019 and further emphasises the depth on offer. She made 360 runs at 27.69 and a strike-rate of 120.80 in Melbourne Stars' WBBL campaign, forming a strong opening pairing with Meg Lanning, in which they reached the final before defeat against Sydney Thunder. That followed a strong finished to the 2019-2020 WNCL season for Victoria where she averaged over 50. "To be voted by them is a huge honour and something I don't really take lightly," she said. "When my career does come to an end one day, I know I'm going to look back on it really fondly because it's such a huge honour to be thought of by all the girls. "Player voted awards are so special because it really highlights the respect that players have for one another and I know that's something the girls really value." Sutherland, who plays for Victoria and Melbourne Renegades, reached Australia A level this season when he faced India at the SCG. He took a career-best Sheffield Shield return of 6 for 67 against South Australia late last season. "They are strong competitions we have been playing in in the Sheffield Shield and Big Bash with a lot of good young cricketers coming through, so to get that recognition is pretty exciting for me at this point of my career," he said. Meanwhile, Darlington continued to show herself as one of the most promising young bowlers in Australia by excelling in the Thunder's WBBL-winning campaign, especially standing out at the death, taking 19 wickets with an economy rate of 6.19.
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1010	dbpedia	2	58	https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2021/Nov/24/womensbblharmanpreet-kaur-becomes-first-indian-to-be-named-asplayer-of-the-tournament-2387555.html	en	Women's BBL: Harmanpreet Kaur becomes first Indian to be named as 'Player of the Tournament'	https://media.assettype.…verlay_width=100	https://media.assettype.…verlay_width=100	[ "https://images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-01/513ad66b-9f6c-4c96-a3d5-ea0e785580a6/Long_Light_Mode_500_Height.png", "https://images.assettype.com/newindianexpress/2024-01/513ad66b-9f6c-4c96-a3d5-ea0e785580a6/Long_Light_Mode_500_Height.png", "https://media.assettype.com/TNIE%2Fimport%2F2021%2F11%2F22%2F...	[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[]	2021-11-24T00:00:00	Harmanpreet Kaur enjoyed a dominant season in red, ending the regular season as her side's leading batter with 399 runs and bowler with 15 wickets.	en	/favicon.ico	The New Indian Express	https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2021/Nov/24/womensbblharmanpreet-kaur-becomes-first-indian-to-be-named-asplayer-of-the-tournament-2387555.html	SYDNEY: Melbourne Renegades star Harmanpreet Kaur became the first Indian player to be named the Women Big Bash League (WBBL) Player of the Tournament, while Phoebe Litchfield has been named the Young Gun of Weber WBBL\|07. Kaur was voted as the competition's top player by the standing umpires at each match, polling 31 votes to finish three clear of Perth Scorchers pair Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine on 28 votes each. Grace Harris (25 votes) and Georgia Redmayne (24 votes), both of the Brisbane Heat, and Hurricanes batter Mignon du Preez (24 votes) round out the top six. "I'm extremely delighted, it's something very big that I have achieved. I'm very thankful to my team and all the support staff, they have been great during this time and have supported me a lot. It's been totally a team effort -- I was just doing the job the team required from me," said Harmanpreet Kaur in a release. "We have a team that has gelled together. We support each other and that's what we have been doing. I haven't put any extra pressure on myself, I've just enjoyed being here and supporting my teammates," she added. On the other hand, Sydney Thunder's Phoebe Litchfield was named Weber WBBL\|07's 'Young Gun'. The Young Gun award is given to the best player under 21 years of age, as selected by Cricket Australia's National Selection Panel. The 18-year-old juggled her NSW Higher School Certificate commitments throughout the campaign while starring at number three in an injury-hit Thunder outfit, scoring 263 runs in the tournament. Previous winners of the award are Darcie Brown, Hannah Darlington, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Ashleigh Gardner and Lauren Cheatle. "It means a lot to be recognised with this award. It's a surprise, to be honest. I could think of a number of other young players who would be deserving of this award, which is really exciting for the future," said Phoebe Litchfield. "Batting at No. 3 was a challenge but also a great opportunity. I was very privileged that Trevor Griffin trusted me with that spot and I hope I made the most of it," she added.
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1010	dbpedia	3	14	https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/news/sport/page-13	en	Sport			[ "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmontenegro/images/logo.png", "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/templates/totalmontenegro/images/blank.png", "https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/images/Aljosa/5128/FC_Bayern_Munich_Won_24th_Round_EuruoLeague_vs_Budućnost_VOLI.jpg", "https://www.tota...	[]	[]	[ "Total Montenegro News", "Montenegro News", "Montenegro Events", "Diaspora", "Guide", "Views" ]	null	[]	null		en	/templates/totalmontenegro/favicon.ico		https://www.total-montenegro-news.com/news/sport/page-13	01 March 2019 - FC Bayern Munich snapped a two-game losing streak with a 75-89 road victory over Budućnost VOLI Podgorica on Friday to stay in the thick of the playoffs race. Bayern Munich used a strong second half to remain in ninth place while raising its record to 12-12, the same as eighth-place KIROLBET Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz. Vladimir Lucic collected 18 points and 7 rebounds while Danilo Barthel added 16 points for the winners. Nemanja Dangubic had 13 points and Petteri Koponen chipped in 11 as Bayern moved its road record to 4-8. Edwin Jackson paced Budućnost with 19 points on 5 three-pointers while Norris Cole had 12 points and Filip Barovic and Nemanja Gordic both tallied 10 points in the loss, which saw the Montenegrin side fall to 6-18. Cole started the scoring but Stefan Jovic, back on the court for the first time since Round 21, had two baskets in a 2-9 run for a 4-9 Bayern lead. Jackson knocked down a three-pointer at the other end but Barthel matched it and Maodo Lo's steal and layup had the guests up 12-20. James Bell and Koponen swapped triples as Bayern stayed ahead 17-25 after 10 minutes. Bayern used the three-pointer to keep in front, too, as Dangubic hit twice from long range and Barthel connected a second time for a 26-34 lead. Jackson answered with 2 three-pointers, the second which started an 11-0 Budućnost run over a stretch of 4 minutes with Barovic tallying 6 points and Bayern committing 4 turnovers as the hosts led 40-36. Derrick Williams stopped the drought for Bayern, but Petar Popovic connected at the buzzer to put the hosts up 44-41 at the break. Barthel's three-point play evened things to start the second half, and Williams's free throws put Bayern back ahead 44-46. After three successive Budućnost offensive rebounds, Jackson's free throws knotted it at 48-48. But Lucic sparked a 3-13 run with 8 points as Bayern surged ahead by double digits for the first time, 51-61. Braydon Hobbs followed up with a three-pointer as the Bayern advantage grew to 54-66. Gordic countered right back with a three-ball of his own, and he added another basket to make it 59-66 after 30 minutes. After Koponen and Cole each hit from downtown to start the final quarter, Koponen added a floater in helping Bayern push the gap to 62-75. Jackson kept Budućnost's hopes alive with a three-point shot, and Goga Bitadze trimmed the difference to 67-75. But Koponen struck from the arc again in an 0-8 surge for a 67-83 Bayern cushion with under 3 minutes to play, assuring the victory would go back to Germany. The Bayern Munich captain Danilo Barthel was outstanding all game with 16 points on 4-for-4 shooting from two-point range, 2-for-3 from the outside and 2-for-3 from the free throw line while also picking up 4 rebounds, 3 assists and just 1 turnover for a performance index rating of 22 in 31 minutes of action. Bayern head coach Dejan Radojic had a successful return to his hometown, where he played for Budućnost from 1991 to 1993 and again from 1998 to 2002. He also made his head coaching debut with Budućnost in 2005 and he served as the team's head coach for eight seasons, during which he won six Montenegrin League and as many Montenegrin Cup titles. Bayern Munich was out-rebounded 35-25 but made 45.8% from three-point range as well as 67.7% from two-point range while holding Budućnost to just 44.4% inside the three-point line. Budućnost will get its next shot to snap its four-game losing streak when it hosts Olympiacos Piraeus on March 8. Bayern meanwhile heads back home and will host Maccabi FOX Tel Aviv in a huge game in the battle for the playoffs on March 7. The basketball players of Buducnost Voli welcome Bayern Munich in the 24th round of the European League on Friday at 7 pm. "The Blue" play for pride and honor in the elite competition, for a win and the confidence before the final fight in the ABA league. Goga Bitadze returns to the court after almost 20 days. The ankle injury, which he earned in a match with Partizan on February 10th healed. "I feel good, everything is fine, I'm ready for the match," Bitadze said. Unlike Buducnost, Bayern is playing a game of great competitive significance. "Bayern is a very good defensive team, they play very well in the defense, they are very aggressive, and attackers are very dangerous," Bitadze said, who recorded the European League debut against Bayern in Munich with 17 points and seven rebounds. Buducnost lost 93:88. The Georgian super talent is convinced that Buducnost can win and end a series of three defeats. "We can beat everyone, I'm sure. We have quality, we will go out on the court to show what we know, show the character and do everything to win," Bitadze said. Text by Vijesti sport, on February 28th 2019, read more at Vijesti The biggest Montenegrin club, the Women's Handball Club Buducnost, celebrated the Jubilee - 70 years of existence in the Montenegrin National Theater. The history began on February 13th, 1949, when Jug from Dubrovnik was defeated in Titograd with the result 5:2. Seven decades were presented through a documentary by Blagota Marunovic and the Center for Multimedia Production (CEZAM), in which their stories about Buducnost were told by the former presidents Misko Kalezic, Rade Djurdjic, Budimir Stanisic and Predrag Boskovic, famous coach and sports director Nikola Petrovic, legends of this sport Maja Bulatovic and Bojana Popovic, current head of the expert staff Dragan Adzic and well-known senior fans - Zef-Bato Dedivanovic and Husein-Ceno Tuzovic. A monograph was also presented, edited by Ana Markovic and Milos Pavicevic."The number of years of existence and trophies in club cabinets is almost identical - 65 cups in national, regional and European frames, give us the right to say that Buducnost is both a Montenegrin and European brand. Buducnost is the history of European handball, and I am sure it will have a bright future," said Radmila Petrovic, the president of Buducnost, who presented the thank-you notes to the Montenegrin President Milo Djukanovic, to EHF's leader Michael Viderer and to Boskovic, his predecessor at the head of the board. At the end of the ceremony, the six legends of this sport received the newest club's most prestigious awards. The stars of Buducnost became Svetlana Antic, Ljiljana Vucevic, Olga Sekulic, Maja Bulatovic, Bojana Popovic and Milena Raicevic, who achieved the greatest successes in the history of Montenegrin handball. Text by Nikola Nikolic, on February 28th 2019, read more at Vijesti 25 February 2019 - In the direct clash for Europe’s last World Cup ticket, Latvia won 80-74 against Montenegro on the last game day. However, the Latvians needed a win with 9 points or more to qualify; hence, Montenegrians will be the ones traveling to China. Latvia was holding the lead for all forty minutes and was above the needed margin multiple times during the game. In fact, Dairis Bertans shot twice in the last 15 seconds to reach the nine-point margin but fell short while on the other side, Derek Needham banked the free throws to secure Montenegro’s World Cup ticket. Needham nailed 22 points while Marko Todorović scored 13 in addition to Bojan Dubljević’s and Aleksa Popović’s 11 points each. For Latvia, Janis Strelnieks had an excellent game notching game-high 25 points while missing only one shot from the field (8-9). Martin Meiers added 12 and Janis Timma 11 points. "It is difficult to find the words to explain how I feel tonight, especially because I remember very well when we started a year ago without any idea, but really any idea at all of going to the World Cup. We competed to get to the Second Round and it was our goal. Tonight I am delighted because all of these guys who played, they all deserve this. Like Blagota (Sekulić) kept saying, we are really, really, extremely happy. And for our country, you saw the atmosphere; it was really amazing tonight. Congratulations to everybody," said Montenegrin coach Zvezdan Mitrović. Montenegrin forward player Blagota Sekulić also noted that the game was very hard and that this is a historical win for sports in Montenegro. "It was a challenging game. We knew that this team is different from the previous game with five players who never played in the Qualifiers before. So we knew it would be a tough game because those players are great shooters and it isn't easy to guard them. Somehow we made it come true, and we did something historically great for basketball and sport in Montenegro," said Sekulić. Head coach of Latvia Arnis Vecvagars congratulated Montenegro and wished the players good luck in China. "First of all, I would like to congratulate Montenegro for qualifying to the World Cup. Good luck to them there. Talking about today's game, the main reason we did not get the result we wanted is defensive rebounding. We allowed too many offensive rebounds. We allowed too many second-chance points, and in the second half, we had a lot of plays one on one where we did not execute defensively as necessary. Obviously in the last minute of the game, our team's offense was different because of the injury to our point guard Janis Strelnieks. As you all could see, the Montenegro team could not stop him," concluded Vecvagars. 17 February 2019 - Devin Williams has decided to part ways with Büyükçekmece and will continue the rest of the season with Budućnost Voli. Basketball Club Budućnost Voli Podgorica (Erste Liga) just signed a contract with 24-year-old American international centre Devin Williams. Williams started the season at Demir İnşaat Büyükçekmece Basket in Turkish BSL league. In 17 games he had very impressive stats: 17.7ppg, 11.9rpg, 1.9apg and 1.0spg this season. Williams arrived last night in Podgorica and in an interview for CdM, he said that his desire was for the team to defend the ABA League trophy. The former centre of Turkish Büyükçekmece was brought by Budućnost with the goal to help the current champion of the Adriatic in winning the second consecutive title. "I just landed and all I can say is that the city is not too big, but you can feel the community, that the whole city stands behind the club, like a large family. I just want to be the best I can, find my role and work hard as always," Williams said. To recall, 2018 was a very spectacular year in Williams’ career as he was named to Turkish League All-Star Game and League Player of the Week (2 times). Williams ended the last season at Team Fredette in U.S. semi-pro league The Basketball Tournament, as he helped them to make it to the semi-finals. But the most of that year he spent at Vaqueros (BSN) in Puerto Rican league where in 21 games he recorded 13.6ppg, 8.8rpg (#2 in the league) and 1.6apg. For him, this was a quite impressive season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Puerto Rican BSN Honorable Mention, All-Star Game and also here League Player of the Week. "This is my first season in Europe and the chance to play in ABA and Euroleague is a blessing and reward for the hard work I have invested in me. I want to help the team win as many victories as possible and defend the ABA League title. I would like to thank the team, city, president of the club, coaches and everyone who gave me this opportunity, "added Williams. The 24-year-old centre will get a chance to debut in the next game against Zadar, which is scheduled for March 4 in Podgorica. 17 February 2019 - The reconstruction of the indoor swimming pool "Nikša Bućin" in Kotor has reached its final phase. Minister of Sports and Youth Nikola Janović said that the Kotor pool is a symbol of Montenegrin water polo and swimming sports, and that it has huge importance for the Montenegrin sport, as well as for children and youth throughout the Bay of Kotor. "I am one of those people who started their first career adventure in this very pool. That's why I know its significance and its potential. Part of the policies of the Government and the Ministry of Sports and Youth relate to the establishment of sports infrastructure in every city, in every place where it is possible to do so. By reconstructing this pool, water polo returns to Kotor," said Minister Janović. He added that the sports facilities will be reconstructed or built throughout Montenegro and that the Ministry will continue with precise policies and measures from now on - that the sport comes to life in every Montenegrin quarter, in every settlement. The director of the Public Works Directorate, Rešad Nuhodžić, said that the Government provided all the money needed for the next stages of the reconstruction of this pool and that the Public Works Directorate will ensure that the works will be completed within eight months, as foreseen by the planned period of development. "As we promised during the conclusion of the contract on the start of the second phase of the reconstruction of the pool in Kotor, today Minister Janović and I visited the construction site and officially held the final meetings with both the contractor and supervision unit. Now it is time for us to finish the reconstruction in the deadlines agreed upon, which is until the end of this year, and make this pool operational," said the director of the Public Works Directorate. He added that it is particularly satisfying that this is an object that, in addition to water polo players, can be used by the citizens of Kotor, which is an additional motive for completing the works in time and in full. "What I will particularly insist from the position of Director of the Public Works Directorate is that the works are completed within the agreed time and that their quality will be in accordance with the highest standards," said the Director of Public Works. February 16, 2019 - He knows they’re building mementos in his hometown, he embraces the fact he’s the first NBA All-Star from his country and he appreciates the love. In short, Nikola Vučević sounds elated to represent Montenegro in the 2019 NBA All-Star game. “It’s an amazing feeling to be the first player from Montenegro ever to do it,” said Vučević. “I’ve had a lot of people from back home reach out to me, and text me to let me know how proud they are. Actually, the city I’m from put a billboard with my picture on [it]. Things like that make this even more special.” Amidst the train of events and engagements, Vučević was found sitting on a bench coaching international youth basketball players at the NBA’s ‘Basketball Without Borders’ camp Friday in Charlotte. Vučević, at times, could be seen rooted on sidelines next to Montenegro’s own, 17-year-old Jovan Kljajic. “It’s funny, I saw [Kliajic] over the summer when he did the BWB in Europe, and now he’s here,” Vučević said. “He actually reached out to me a couple of days ago telling me he was going to be here. It’s fun to see him, and I try to give him some advice when I see different stuff.” Kliajic is unavailable for comment until after camp. For ‘Vooch’ as he is affectionately called here in the states, coaching international players at the camp is a way to give back to over 60 teens from more than 30 countries who are following in his path. Vučević was joined by fellow 2019 NBA All-Star Nikola Jokić (Denver Nuggets; Serbia), 2018s No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton (Phoenix Suns; Bahamas), and Bogdan Bogdanović (Sacramento Kings; Serbia) to coach the top high school age talent from Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. This year marks a changing of the guard, in some respect, as international NBA icon and 14-time All-Star Dirk Nowitzki makes his final appearance in the game. Most understand Nowitzki is a big reason why this generation of international players is reaching back to guide today’s international youth. Nowitzki seems content with the future of international players in the NBA under the charge Vučević and others. “He does everything the right way, and I'm a big fan of his game,” Nowitzki said. The 40-year-old Nowitzki reflected on what it was like for him to return Würzburg, Germany, after his first All-Star selection, and compared it to what Vučević is probably feeling right now. “It's awesome. Friends, family, and fans are excited about your success,” Nowitzki said. “The people who have gone through the tough times - the good times - they’re excited for you. The country is excited for you, and this should be a fun time for him. After all the events that require his presence, Vučević will lace it up Saturday to compete in the Taco Bell Skills Challenge at 8 p.m. EST, and then he’ll don a team Giannis jersey for the 67th NBA All-Star Game Sunday at 8 p.m. EST. “I’m proud to represent my countrymen here,” Vučević said. “It’s a huge honor, and I’m going to do my best to represent them in the right way.” Text by Christopher Cadeau In the month of three defeats in four games (two in the European and one in the ABA league), Buducnost Voli basketball players have the chance to qualify for the first trophy of the season. They are the hosts of the final tournament of the Cup of Montenegro, and will play against the main competitor, Mornar, in the semi-finals. "The Cup is such a competition that always carries more uncertainty than any other competition, simply because it is to be or not to be in one game. Our commitment as a club and me as a coach is to confirm that we are, at this moment, the best club in Montenegro, which has to be confirmed on the court as well. We need to play well and appropriate to such a competition, to give our best to get to the trophy," coach Jasmin Repesa said. In addition to playing at home, in Buducnost’s favor is their quality. Since only three foreigners can play, Repesa will have to decide by Friday whom he will send to the stands out of the Americans Norris Cole, Earl and Coty Clarke, James Bel, the Frenchman Edwin Jackson and Nemanja Gordic (Bosnia and Herzegovina). If there are no unexpected events, the Croatian expert will not be able to count on Georgian Goga Bitadze, who hurt his ankle against Partizan. Repesa, therefore, has at his disposal a number of high-quality Montenegrin players, Suad and Sead Sehovic, Filip Barovic, Petar Popovic, Danilo Nikolic. "Bitadze's injury is such that it will be difficult for him to play the Cup. I think it would be inappropriate to force it because of the great obligations that are waiting for us later. However, I am still waiting for official confirmation regarding his current state of fitness, recovery length and all that that can affect such an injury. In the last period, we had a lot of problems with the flu, many players missed one or two days of training, and the drop in the quality was visible. A stabilization program is in progress, hopefully, by Friday we will succeed to put each player in their places," added Repesa. Specialized basketball website Sportando yesterday sent Blagota Sekulic to Buducnost Voli, but the Montenegrin representative rejected that option. Now, supposedly, as Sportando reports, the wish of the team from Podgorica is Milko Bjelica, the wing center, but the final word still needs to be given. The final deadline for the registration is Friday. "As for new players, we have not signed a contract at this point, and I think the timing is too short for a player to get in the game system and adjust to playing in the Cup, no matter who he is," concluded Repesa. The match Buducnost - Mornar is on Friday night at 8 p.m. Lovcen and Sutjeska will play at 5 p.m. The final in "Moraca" is scheduled on Saturday at 7 p.m. Text by Sasa Joncic, on February 13th 2019, read more at Vijesti
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The struggle of love against the hardened crust of futility and dillusionment that armors the hearts of the present generation of youth — that is the story of 'White Hands. Companionate Marriage, one of the most daring and discussed problems of modern sscial history is a motivating force in this drama. Not a preachment against the new solu' tion of the divorce evil, White Hands is a scientific dissection of the 'old tie that binds,' and the new companionate agree- ment that works like an optional contract. I was sincerely happy with Paramount's decision to produce 'White Hands as an Esther Ralston starring vehicle. I am in- trigued by this story of youth's triumph, and I am more than passingly interested in the companionate marriage doctrine. The story opens with the battle of age and youth. A thoroughly modern daughter has decided that companionate marriage will solve her problems. A thoroughly old fashioned father is shocked into vio- lence. He kidnaps his own child with the assistance of the captain of his yacht, and the group sets sail for Alaska to 'clear the modern rubbish' from the daughter's brain. The daughter, a product of today's free- dom, rebells actively against this unfair advantage of physical strength. She hates the young captain for his part in the con- spiracy to ruin her adventure into a com- panionate marriage. She reprimands her father for his lack of sportsmanship. Days become weeks — weeks months. Amid the wild beauty of the Alaskan wilderness the daughter remains unrelenting. In a desperate attempt to beat these two male creatures at their own game and get back to civilization, the girl succeeds in stealing away in a small launch. A sudden storm complicates matters. From shore the captain sights the tossing, pitching boat and struggles to save the .lone occupant before the sea claims her. The captain reaches the launch safely and finds his terror stricken captive at the wheel. The boat is carried out to sea by the storm and tossed upon an unexplored island of the Alaskan coast. A man and woman suddenly find it necessary to continue life in an unknown, uncivilised corner of the earth. Existence becomes an unbelievable battle. Habits of a lifetime — eating, clothing the body, keeping warm — develop into all-ab- sorbing problems, demanding the entire strength and ingenuity of the man and the woman. A child of luxury is reduced to a life of stark simplicity. Her complicated phi- losophy of life slowly unravels. And slowly, very slowly love — the unadulterated, un- tampered love of woman for man — man for woman — makes itself known to her. An unreasoning emotion, primitive but beau- tiful, that needs no man-made laws to make it sacred grows between a boy and girl — both products of the sophisticated age. Marriage, divorce, companionate ties dis- solve into meaningless theories before the onrush of unquestioning devotion. The story ends with the daughter and captain transplanted once more amid the dangers of civilization. But this young couple is serenely certain of love and mar- riage. An uncompromising adventure with nature has given this girl and boy a clear vision and a true sense of the values of life. To me, the strongest chapters of this story deal with the development of twen- tieth-century youth in stone-age environ- ment. The dawn of love in the midst of chaos and struggle is one of my pet per- sonal theories for I have always maintained that a man and woman must face disaster, disappointment, tragedy and suffering to- gether before they can face the world and say, 'Our love has been put to the test, and was not found wanting.' SCREENLAND READING BETWEEN THE LINES THE BIG PARADE ONCE AGAIN M ETRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER BEN-HUR WEST POINT HAS CLOSED THE SEASON, 1927-28 LONDON AFTER MIDNIGHT WITH THE MOST OUTSTANDING LIST BABY MINE Hp) THE DIVINE WOMAN OF SUCCESSES OF ANY PRODUCER THE STUDENT PRINCE LOVE OF PICTURES IN THE INDUSTRY am THE LATEST FROM PARIS M-G-M HAS HAD MORE BIG HITS THE ENEMY THE SMART SET BIGGER STORIES, BIGGER STARS, THE FAIR CO-ED THE CROWD THAN ANY MOTION PICTURE COMPANY THE BIG CITY THE PATSY M-G-M GIVES YOU THIS PROMISE SUOHN GILBERT IP GRETA GARBO FOR THE COMING SEASON, 1918-1929 NORMA SHEARER C3» DANE AND ARTHUR YOU WILL AGAIN GET THE BEST MARION DAVIES Hp RAMON NOVARRO IN MOTION PICTURE ENTERTAINMENT LON CHAN EY& WILLIAM HAINES FROM M ETRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER MORE STARS THAN THERE ARE IN HEAVEN W YOUR memory is as good as you make it. Test it. See what it can really do. Here, for example, is a chance to test it and to win $50 in cash for the test. Read over the five questions below. Think back over the M-G-M pictures you have seen or heard about recently and then see how well you can answer the questions. If you see, and re- member, you have a good chance to win. For the man who enters the best answers there is the $50 cash prize and the cigarette case I carried while I was playing in "The Enemy". For the lady who sends in the best answers there is also a $50 prize. In addition, Miss Eleanor Boardman, who stars in "The Crowd" offers the handsome hand- bag she wears in the early part of the picture. Miss Boardman will also give a personally autographed photograph of herself to each of the fifty ladies or men who send in the next best sets of answers. Your memory counts, not only in this contest but in everything you do. Read over the questions: if the answers do not occur to you im- mediately think them over and then send in as many answers as you can. Here's luck, and may the best memory win. Name the directors of six of the listed in this adver- 1 p: tisement. famous since "The Big Parade", has since been starred in its own pictures? 3 Name the part which, in your opinion is best acted in any M-G-M picture listed at the left (aside from the star parts). Give your reasons in 75 words or less. 4 In what M-G-M picture is a honeymoon night pictured and under what circumstances? 5 Name two recent M-G-M suc- cesses based on popular Broad- way musical hits. Write your answers on one side of a single sheet ol paper and mail to Competition Editor 3rd floor, 1540 Broadway, New York. All answers must be received by May 15th. Winners' names will be pub- lished in a later issue of this magazine. Note: If you do not attend the picture yourself you may question your friends or consult motion picture magazines. In event of ties, each tying contestant will be awarded a prize identical in character with that tied for. Winners of the Norma Shearer Contest of January ALICE KERFOOT Riverdale, Maryland WILLIAM T. TRAGSDOR Neilsvllle, Wisconsin Autographed photographs have been sent to the next 50 prize winners SCREENLAND Hollywood HOLLYWOOD! Mecca of the aspiring . . . goal of the ambitious . .. . rainbow's end. How many of us cherish the hope to eventually 'see this most fascinating of all cities . . . this playground of the world? But — how few know that their wish can lie realized? Hollywood is Calling Hollywood receives with open arms those ■who come to her with a mission . . . some tangible offering to lav before the shrine of her Patron Saint — THE MOTION PICTURE. To such, she becomes a veritable cornucopia of the sweetest of the world's fruits . . . Wealth, Tame, Idolatry. There is a crying need in the motion pic- ture field for new ideas, new stories, new writers. 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The boy who re- wee\s though time and that seemed to fused a fortune to appear click with something in my in motion pictures has more memory, feet of celluloid to his credit than many About eight years ago when I was on the a star in the business. His very eagerness Fox lot myself I seemed to remember a little to avoid publicity makes the public all the boy who never walked — he always ran. If it more determined to see him. When you was just across the sidewalk and he had only think it over we are a selfish, bloodthirsty three steps to take, he took them running, lot. Always minding everybody's business On a thick black thatch of hair stayed mi' but our own. Yet behind all the emotional raculously a little round worsted cap and his enthusiasms that compose crowd worship big brown eyes were always very earnest. I think there is a spark of real sincerity in the world's affection for Lindy. At the Astor theatre where King Vidor's The Crowd is running there is a 'short' of His face when he smiled, which wasn't often, was suddenly transformed into a burst of sunshine. How he got on the lot you can read in the screen news from Broadway Lindy billed as "40,000 miles with Lind- article on page 30 but his first job was as an bergh." It shows Lindy's preparation actor. Then, rather than leave the atmo- of the famous flight of 'We' to Paris and sphere that he loved, he stayed on as an ends with the finale of the South American office boy until there was another opening tour. When it was over the applause was for him as an actor. He was a good office deliberate and strong. And the greatest boy too, he gave the best he had to the job proof of its deep sincerity was the complete that meant to him the gateway to paradise. As lack of hysteria that usually dominates such he grew older he found many things around a demonstration. Some of this sturdy lad's own fine quality is transmuted to the thou- sands who cheer him on. In the Square rests a recruiting plane, such as Lindy used to fly himself in his air mail work and thousands gather round it day and night. The police have a fine time to keep the small boys from climbing over and through it to see what makes it work, and a philosopher could learn a lot about his fellow human if he stood around for an hour and listened to the various com- ments of the people. Broadway welcomed many stars this month but the one that had the greatest interest for me was the newest star, well practically the newest star, in pictures. His name is Nick Stuart and all of a sudden the lot that he could do. He became an assistant cameraman, an assistant director and even helped with the continuity of the stories. He eagerly drank in all the knowledge he could, not only because it interested him but because he knew that the more angles he had on this work that he loved the better he would be when his time came to act. And now it has come, and I could wish that even a third of the aspir- ants now storming the gates of Hollywood were half as well prepared as Nick. There's nothing to stop him from rising to the top and sticking there, chiefly because he has a level head and I really think Nick will keep it. And what do you think he did while in New York? 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FREE BOOK Explains opportunities as Motion Picture Camera Man, Portrait, News or Commercial Photopxapher. You can learn at home or in our New York Studios. Spare or full time. N.Y. Institute of Photography, 10 W. 33rd St., N.Y. Dept. 60 Broadway DO YOU Blanche Mehaffey has a happy time bac\ on the main street of the world. G[ If it wasn't for Broad- way, what would Holly wood do? OST stories of sue cess, be it success in the movies or any other enter- prise, finish with a moral or some such subtle advice of 'go thou and do likewise.' The story about to be told is different in that it starts with a moral. It's this: Short- hand is often the shortcut to fame. Of course, one shouldn't generalize from a small number of instances; there are any number of girls to whom shorthand is a working art and fame a distant meteorite. Yet not a few girls in the movies were introduced by Isaac Pitman. One young person in particular is the subject of this interview— Blanche Mehaffey, who, at the present writing, is completing a honeymoon trip to New York, Miami, Havana and the Bahamas. In January she married George J. Hausen, millionaire oil and steel man, and when we were first ushered into their suite at the Ambassador Hotel Miss Mehaffey was taking down a tew of Mr. Hausen's notes— in shorthand. Not so many years ago Blanche Mehaffey a high school girl of fifteen, used to com- mute from Rye, N. Y., to Manhattan. Her story rests here for a few brief moments. Quite a few years before Blanche's hum- ble entry into the business world, a lad of sixteen, the son of a New York lawyer, took the advice of his father, an adherent ({Just a honey mooning movie girl now, but once upon a time she was a little piece of Broadway her- self. By C A. Leonard of Horace Greely, and went West. His money gave out when he reached the oil fields of Texas, and the only thing that stood between him and star- vation was a job as a pipe- liner. Either he lifted steel pipes weighing two hundred and fifty pounds or he went hungry. and, although it almost killed this boy of sixteen, he lifted them. He can still lift them today, even though he is a million- aire and doesn't have to. Now we may leave off George Hausen's story for the time being and return to that of Blanche Mehaffey, his wife. The point to be remembered, however, is that both started to wrest a livelihood from the world at a very tender age. When George Hausen was already direct- ing the activities of several oil gushers, Blanche's childish beauty was blossoming forth into womanly perfection. Through the kind offices of several friends she ob- tained an interview with Florenz Ziegfeld, glorifier of America's finest femininity. No time was lost thereafter. Blanche was up- rooted from the secretarial notebook and transplanted to the first line of human flowers that swayed in the breezy music of the Follies of 1923. There her beauty shone until Hal Roach uprooted her again, to implant her in his comedies. No need to retrace the steps of her picture career. She SCREENLAND 11 has since advanced to that point of ability and popularity where she can afford to free' lance, that is, choose the company to work for and the kind of roles she likes to play. A few months ago she was the guest of friends at a party given in the Cocoanut Grove. Also in the party was George J. Hausen. They were dancing when the head waiter interrupted with a telegram for Mr. Hausen. It was a very important message and had to be answered immedi- ately. Mr. Hausen conducted Miss Me- haffey to their table, excused himself and went out into the lobby. Presently he came back. He had to have a stenographer im- mediately, he said, and there was none available in the hotel at the moment. He would have to leave the party and go in search of one at that late hour of the night. It was past one. Blanche looked up at him regretfully, sympathetically. Was the nature of the business very confidential, she asked. It wasn't. Then, would he like her to do his shorthand for him? George Hausen was confused. The thought of a movie star taking down his notes about oil wells made him blush. But he took her up. And that, dear friends, was the way the romance began. Now Blanche returns to Broadway, and Alice in Wonderland never had a happier time. For a few days after her arrival as the wife of George J. Hausen, Mr. Ziegfeld sent a telegram from Washington, where he was trying out his production of The Three Musketeers. In it he proclaimed her 'the ideal Ziegfeld Girl,' added that she has the most beautiful eyes he, the greatest judge of feminine beauty, has ever seen, and offered her a part in any of his big shows, The Three Musketeers, Show Boat, Rio Rita or Rosalie, if she would only re- turn to the stage. Will she? Well, per- haps. Maybe if George Hausen made his headquarters in New York instead of Los Angeles. For Blanche still likes to take his notes down in shorthand. Broadway is not the only part of New York that has seen Blanche Mehaffey during her honeymoon visit. Ask the standees on the bread lines of the Madonna House, 173 Cherry Street. They know. On the coldest day of the year, an early Sunday morning too, the Hausens journeyed down to the lower east side and shared their happiness with several hundred unemployed. Their hands, feet and noses freezing, they distributed cigarettes, tobacco, candy and woolen mittens to the poor unfortunates on the bread lines of the city. That's one way of celebrating a honeymoon, and to the re- cipients of their gifts a most excellent way. One concluding note. Blanche Mehaffey observes that New York is getting to re- semble Hollywood. Once upon a time elaborate picture openings, with tickets boosted sky-high, was a genius peculiar only to Hollywood. Now it is quite the thing in the eastern metropolis, she finds. Then too, Broadway used to be a street of stage plays. Now every big theatre on what is known as the 'main stem' houses a special picture production. But the things on Broadway that hold her entranced are the huge electric letters and displays used to advertise the film attractions. She could stare at them for hours. . j — r' ~ Rupert Hughes, Rob Wagner and De- light Evans — scattered through this number like plums in a pudding. SCREENLAND is the fastest growing fan magazine. 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I am to return the other two and J you will refund all of my money at once. \| Name _ ^ Address : ' ^ City state _ ) Llf you do not live in the United States send international Money Order with coupon. $CREENLAND That's That o NCE Mack Sen- nett had a little girl from Chi- cago working for him. He would have done well to have kept her but no one can keep Gloria Swanson. She will not stop climbing. She got into straight pictures and made Manhandled. That was a peak but it only gave Gloria greater vision. She May 1928 C[ Gloria Swanson as Sadie Thompson from Somerset Maugham' s short story. ((How Gloria can put over the character of a girl who doesn't care what happens1. went abroad, married a nobleman, made Madame Sans Gene and returned greater than ever. Would Gloria accept a salary? Oh no. Still climbing she must pro- duce for herself. She did. While we liked Sunya it was only partially successful. But Gloria had just started fighting and so she made Sadie Thompson and it's one of the best pictures this year. What will you do next, Gloria? Choose to run president or something? G[ Lionel Barrymore and Gloria when the reformer be- gins to find radi- ance in Sadie. QJoria 5' for 7M/7 '"She Each according to his deserts James 'Mur- ray, Eleanor Board- man, Estelle Clar\ and Bert Roach in 'The Crowd.' m mors of Character At last you are in a picture and you can see yourself in The Crowd as in a looking glass. \ s\ rN Jr x/^L - '// / An Editorial by ELIOT KEEN \ IND yourself in King Vidor's picture and enjoy a good look. Are you the one who dreamed and suffered? Are you the one who be' lieved and waited? Are you the stolid or the hard? The selfish or the thoughtless? The combined energy of the rest of us has set the average of existence for you to share. Remember this on some indigo Monday. You must buck against the current to fail. In America success is downstream. Our average is health, comfort and happiness. Perhaps you want to be one of the few prominent ones. If you do it's all right with us. We have to cheer for someone and it might as well be you. Come on, we're ready. lara Kimball Young, that whirlwind of emotion with the gorgeous eyes, was looking regal in black velvet and silver as she welcomed us to her lovely apartment in one of the smartest hotels in New York City. She is in vaudeville do- ing dramatic song in- terpretations and is most successful. We asked Miss Young if she was thinking of returning to pictures again. She said, "Yes, I do think about it, but I d miss the theatre. I'd miss seeing the faces of my loyal friends and yet I know it's because I was C Clara Kimball Young's great beauty made The Woman of Bronze memorable. in the movies that they really like me. Oh yes, they still like me," she smiled at us her eyes sparkling. "I know be- cause the applause I receive is wonderful and I just want to hold out my arms to my old friends. Here are some of the letters I have received asking me to come back." After reading the letters we looked at this beautiful woman, this woman whom we loved so in The Common Law and suffered with in Camille. We know she has no right to be away from us when she has so much to give. The public wants her and the movies need her. "What are your future plans?" we asked, "are you going to give them what they want?" "First, I intend to travel around the world and then I shall settle permanently in London. You can tell them that I may make a picture in Germany. I'd like that. You see, last year while I was in Europe, the Ufa Com- pany in Germany asked me to make a picture with them. It is a standing invitation and I may accept it sometime. We hope you will come back Clara — for the fans are loyal — they like the new friends but indeed, they don't forget the true and tried ones. Whichever it is, here's wishing you happiness wherever you go. (C Winifred Dunn never forgets the happy idealists. BOHEMIA in ojpi ctureland (\The Alleyways of Hollywood are the high roads of Ambition. Hollywood has no Latin Quarter, no Washington Square- but it has its alleys. These alleys are filled with friendly cats, a mouse or two and much atmosphere. For every alley boasts at least one or two struggling geniuses who live in a fairly happy way most of the time on less than fifteen dollars a week. Lean to houses, or shacks, built up against the sides of more pros- perous garages shelter them. Unplastered rooms over these garages make splendid studios. Knock out a board or two if there is no north light — for it is eternal Spring in Hollywood, except when the rainy season descends, and when it does rain — why, put up a canvas. Rents are low — as low as ten dollars a month for shacks not much bigger or more carefully finished inside than hencoops — and again they soar as high as forty dollars a month, but the forty dollar studios are only for the very prosperous. The problem of eating is a grave matter. To be sure one can always dine well for ten cents on coffee and doughnuts in almost any coffee shop along the boulevard. Dinners are the worst struggle. But if one genius has a handful of potatoes — another has a bit of meat — it's no trouble at all to find an onion. And so Irish stew is the most pop- ular dish in bohemian Hollywood. Sometimes somebody sells a story, or a painting — or gets two weeks of extra work — or maybe a tiny check from home — or better still someone's birthday brings a box from home — then the goose hangs high in the alleyways. A girl, only lately sprung into prominence on the screen, came to Hollywood a year or two back with a small legacy of four hundred dollars. It was soon spent and fame was as yet only a vision. The girl took an 'apartment1 in one of the alleyways. She managed to get enough extra work to keep body and soul together. Then she caught the 'Flu.1 She wired home for money— "-it ar- rived promptly in a stern letter from her father in which much reference was made to C[?vJot so long ago Leatrice ]oy posed for the Artists of the Alleys. 16 By "Madeleine lAatzen 'the fortune had squandered' trying to get into the movies. The amount inclosed was 1 one dollar. '"I figured that I j could get ten cans of beans with that dollar. If I ate one can of beans a day — I might manage to keep alive for ten days!" she told me (Cont. on page 96) Bill Haines, great picture star that he is, never forgets is friends in the Alleyways. C[ Beulah Marie Dix sends big boxes of food to the Bohemians. 17 ^Dhe BEAUTY By Helen Ludlam IZARD of HOLLYWOOD C[ V. E. Meadows tells the Science of Beauty to the Screen Stars and Rubs it In. Have you ever lamented over the old wheeze, 'Beauty is skin deep, but ugliness goes to the bone?1 Have you ever wept hot, salty tears into a hot and crumpled pillow in acceptance of it when you have seen your best young man walk out with the town beauty? Well, dry your eyes, because it needn't happen again. Not if you buck up and go in for preparedness of a constructive type. V. E. Meadows says so, and he ought to know. Do I hear you grumble, 'Who's this V. E. Meadows guy and how does he get that way?' Well, tune in and listen to the Hollywood dirt. CT Use a different perfume with every mood is Mr. Meadows' advice to Vera Reynolds. H Eve Southern had difficulty in blending the ma\e-up of her nec\ and face. 4 V. E. Meadows, the man who says every girl can be beautiful, is on the pay role of five motion picture com- panies to keep their stars and leading players from ruining the beauty God gave them to start with. And that's where you come in. Preserve the beauty God gave you to start with, and if you say He didn't give you any you're a pessimist. What, in your opinion, is the sav- ing grace of many a girl's uneven features? Why, their skin, you little dummy. If a girl has a beauti- 18 CTThe wand of the Beauty Magician but brings out the radiance of the loveliness your careless- ness conceals. ful clear glow- ing complex- ion she can get away with a lot. And why, do you think, if that is the secret, every one hasn't got one. V. E. (Continued on page 88) Cf Lupe Velez is taught to follow the natural out' line of her lips when ma\ing up her lovely mouth. C[ Mr. Meadows shows Marion Douglas how careful she must be to blend the street ma\e-up so that it loo\s smooth. <C The true color light is used to determine just what type Billie Dove is and what her beauty problems are — we add, if any. 19 Snter This Fan Jjtter Content for Can You Write The Best Letter? (\The charming Lucila offers you a chance to win her superb shawl FREE. Iuc A ucila Mendez glories in gorgeous Spanish j shawls and here is one of her favorites that she offers you for eve- ning wear. The brilliant era.' broidered flowers on the heavy, shimmering white silk and the long thick fringe make this a prize to inspire your wits. Write briefly your answer to the question which appears on the opposite page and the best letter will be awarded the prize. By best, is meant, originality of thought and clearness of expression. Lucila Mendez you will see in the picture Coney Island and a sparkling figure she is. She is as generous as she is talented and her shawl makes a lovely gift for our contest department. ' Coquetry is born in every Venezuelan girl Ma\e your letter brief and clever and address it to Address — Lucila Mendez Scree nl and Contest Dept. 49 West 45th Street New York City Contest closes May 15, 1928 2 0 fucila BEAUTIFUL SPANISH SHAWL C[ Here is the question you }jiust answer to enter the contest: Which affects your actions most; that is, which makes you most ambitious, affectionate or charitable — a story, physi- cal exercise or a picture? Photo, Ha! Phvfe CRalpfi Ince, hus- hand and director of Lucila Mendez for F B O pic- tures. She is the newest screen star. She has just been signed to a two year contract at a fine salary, for one of the biggest companies. She has made the hit of the season in one of the new 'big' pictures. She is the latest Hollywood sensation. Who is she? Not an ingenue. Not a Follies girl or a bathing beauty. But a white-haired woman of sixty, who never did any act' ing in her life until ten years ago. Mar- garet Mann is the latest and the greatest screen mother; you have heard of her success in Four Sons. And now she is a star. Here is one of the most romantic of all the romances of the movies. Not all romances are of young love. Mar- garet Mann's is the much more poignant romance of a woman whose dreams didn't even begin to come true until the twilight of her life. A woman who has worked hard for sixty years — and whose eyes are as bright and as clear as a girl's. A wonderful woman, Mar- garet Mann. Only the movies could have rewarded her as she deserved. She is an inspiration when she says: "It only goes to show that if you have it in you, someday, somehow, your halo. By Delight Evans (^Margaret Mann has had a happy life time climbing the sunny side of the mountain of Fame. come. chance will stop you — not age If you can do it, nothing can or discouragement, or trouble. Nothing! Some day, Fate will open a door and beckon you in. Though you may be old and hope- less, tired and disappointed, you will obey the sum- mons just the same, and you will have your reward for all those years of weary waiting. And it's worth waiting for — take Margaret Mann's word for it! No flapper could be getting a bigger, more satisfying 'kick1 out of success than this woman, at sixty. She is mellow and tolerant and kindly. She has learned her lessons and she can enjoy her success. She is happy because she can look back and know that she has done it all herself. There has never been a screen star who fought harder for success. A year ago she was making the rounds of the studios, an extra. Just the other night — at the Broadway opening of her picture, Four Sons, the Archduke Leopold of Austria came up to r C[ Margaret Mann came from Scot- land where hearts ire braw and faces bonny. her and kissed her hand and told her he was proud to have played a small part in the same picture with her! Fifty years or so ago, back in Scot- land, little Margaret Mann stood on tiptoe to watch the Queen ride by, on her way to Balmoral — Queen Victoria, her childhood idol. Today, people are telling her how much she looks like that same queen, in some of the closeups in Four Sons. Audiences whisper that the motion pic- ture actress has the poise and dignity associated with the memory of the great ruler. Yes — Margaret Mann has travelled a long way in those fifty years. She has come through hazards and privation and often heart-ache. But, as she says gallantly, it's been worth it! This woman whose portrayal of mother-love has been acclaimed one of the finest characterizations ever seen on the screen, is far from the movie mother of tradition. She is not bent and broken, or faded and frail. She is jolly, and broad and buxom, and straight and strong. She re- vives memories of mothers and grandmothers in gay ging- ham aprons in cheerful kitchens, cutting out cookies in queer amusing shapes for young hands to grab. She will remind you of childhood holidays — Christmas tree and chocolate cake and colored Easter eggs. And — although she was born in Scotland, and makes her big hit in a German role — she is the embodiment of James Whitcomb Riley's homely, American poem, Old Aunt Mary. Margaret Mann has beautiful snow-white hair, a clear skin, bright clear eyes. She looks successful — prosoerous 23 — happy. Only her hands have a story to tell — large, capable hands, work-worn and wrinkled. She has made a living with those hands. Once she was a dress-maker. Again, she started a tea-shop when times were bad, and made Scotch short-bread and other delicacies and served them herself. She has cooked, mended and scrubbed. And she still cooks her own and her husband's breakfast before she leaves for the studio, and cooks their dinner when she comes home at night! When you see her in the picture, you will notice that in her big scenes she never indulges in the hysterics associ- ated with screen motherhood. Bereaved of three sons, she expresses agony and grief of the deepest feeling, but without a tear. All the poignancy and beauty and tenderness of true motherhood is revealed on that screen, and it is the audiences who weep. You forget most previous screen mothers when you see her. She was talking about her work in the picture when some- body asked her how many chil- dren she has in real life. "I am sorry," she said. "I haven't any." She smiled a little, sadly. 'All mothers don't have chil- dren," she added. She would rather not talk about the two babies she had, who died. She loved them, and if they had lived she would probably not be playing mothers on the screen. As it is, she lavishes all her mother-love on her picture sons and daughters. Like Mary Pickford, she loves all children, having none of her own to love. She is called 'Mother' by the whole studio. She started in mothering extras; now she is mothering stars. (Incidentally, she still mothers the extras, too). If anyone had told Maragaret Mann forty years ago that she would be an actress some day, all her Scotch ancestors would have risen up in wrath. She was never even inside a theatre until pretty she was a woman. Her family, strict Scots, frowned on play-acting. Margaret, one of ten sisters and brothers, had to leave school when she was ten years old, and go to work. She was one of the props of the family; she moth- ered the younger ones and helped to feed them all. By the time she was twenty she was an expert dress-maker. Imagine her amazement then if anyone had suggested that in another forty years she would be buying expensive gowns in one of the deluxe shopping streets of the world — for herself! That she would be earning almost a thousand dollars a week, every week! The little dressmaker wouldn't even have laughed. It wouldn't have seemed funny to hear such things, when she was sewing away on pretty things for other girls to wear! She had the pioneer spirit, this little Scotch girl. She decided she could do better away from her home town of Aberdeen. South Africa appealed to her imagination — and one day, she up and sailed for Johannesburg! It was, although she didn't realize it at the time, her first step toward fame and fortune. That trip picked her right up out of the rut and set her on the right track — the broad highway of ambition. In Johannesburg she met James F. Smythe, an Englishman, and they were married. Seven years in South Africa — and the pioneer urge exerted itself again. Margaret Mann Smythe suggested that they pull up stakes — and seek their fortune in a new land — America! They lived in Seattle, Washington, U. S. A., where James Smythe found work in his capacity as accountant. There they stayed for years, and they might be there today if — once more that little pricking imp of ambition hadn't teased the wife. She had heard so much about California. It called her with a siren call that couldn't be resisted. It seems strange to her, looking back, that she should have answered it. But she did. And almost as soon as she and her husband set foot in that sunny, fragrant state, her career began! Her real career, that she had been waiting for all those years. Perhaps because of her gra- cious manner and her poise, and that beautiful white hair, she was asked to impersonate Martha Washington in a pag- eant at San Diego Commemo- rating the father of his country. Of course, she accepted — and made such an impression that everybody began to urge her to try the movies. Armed with the brand of Scotch confidence that doesn't come out of a bot- tle, and one lone picture of herself, Margaret Mann went to a film studio to apply for work. And she was given extra work immediately! At first it was as easy as that. Extra work, as well as bits, came her way. Then a real part — the mother in Allen Holubar's Hearts of Humanity, one of the first of the big war pictures. Margaret Mann loved the work from the start. She liked the people she met — young people, for the most part, Marion Davies must whom she could encourage, and stay a comedienne. pat, and cheer along. From have so few the first she realized that she 'belonged.' She ones- was a born actress, although it took her forty years to find it out! She can forget herself, the director, the camera and the carpenters and the lights, and submerge herself in her character. In the very first 'bit' she ever played, she was so much engrossed in it that the director had to make retakes. It was a party scene, with the extras seated around Marsraret Mann must have The fur nec\piece offered in the Marion Davies contest has been awarded to Mrs. H. M. Lockwood 1617 Grafton Street Los Angeles, California from which we quote briefly: Quality Street and pictures of that type, have a whimsical appeal that reaches the best in me, but it's the Fair Co-Ed, Tilh'e the Toiler and their companions, that hand me a wallop and send me home singing. After all, the 'dear, dead days are dear but awfully dead. - ». '»' ■ t V£ We was a party scene, at tables in all their .finery, looked an important and handsome dowager, for the di- rector picked her out of the mob for a 'bit.' "I'll give you a title to speak," he said. "Look around at all the guests and smile and say: 'What a wonderful gathering this is!' Get it?" Margaret Mann got it. She performed her part, as she thought, perfectly. She gazed at the assembled 'guests,' smiled graciously, and spoke the title. She was sur- prised when she heard the director shout: "That's fine — that's great! But next time for gosh' sake turn toward the camera, not away from it!" To this day she prefers not to face the camera if she can help it. And in these days of intelligent direction, some of the finest scenes are the (Cont. on page 77) 24 The ^Most ^Beautiful Still of the ^Month COLLEEN MOORE in Qilac Time Through pnrnTO.se tufts, m that sit'eet bower. The periwinkle trail d its wreaths; And tis my faith that every flower Envoys the air it hreathes. \\ \\ ORDSWOKTH GRETA NISSEN— blonde and preferred by all including the Scandinavians. Hell's Angels is her next picture. Photograph by Russell Hall SfRHRUlD RETTY T 'nJHE life of Sue Carol reads like a story book, or rather the pro- fessional life of Sue Carol reads like a story book, and the way she got into pictures is so easy that I don't suppose anyone will believe it. But I was asked tQ get some 'inside stuff' on Sue Carol's life, and believe it or not, this is what I got. And as far as I am concerned I have every reason to believe that it is true, because out here in Holly- wood, we who play about first one studio and then another almost every day in the week — well, we're 'home folks' to the studio gang, and why should they spin a yarn to us. Particularly since we might have been around on the very day the gal was signed up. Anyway, here's the low-down on Sue Carol. Sue Carol has never had to struggle. She is the daughter of a very wealthy society family of Chicago. She visited California, went sight- seeing in the Fox studio, played an extra part <Un 'Soft Cush- ions' with Doug- las MacLean, Sue made the audience all carol. C^The way they feel §j about Sue in Hollywood. OFT' C[Sue You will see her again i:i 'Skyscraper.' (\Sue Carol was born with a silver screen in her mouth. By James M. Yidler for a lark, took a test for a leading part just for the fun of it, played the part because she had some time to kill and no way to kill it and finally signed a con- tract with Douglas Mac- Lean when that star, his manager and several agents cornered her and argued her into it. Then, in rapid succession, she played fea- ture feminine roles in Soft Cushions, The Cohens and Kelly s in Paris, Pigs\in, S\yscraper and Walking Home. Accustomed to wealth always, she has never had to do things for herself, even though she likes to do them. As a child, she had the best of everything. If she coughed, her mother rushed forty doctors out to her home. If she wanted to read, several servants rushed about the library seeking a good book. In fact, about the hardest thing Sue had to do was open (Cont. on page 98) C[ It ta\es more than a figure or figures to ma\e an actress, and Sue Carol has everything. 29 I" N Yo EW 10RK ((Rod La Rocque made the most unusual speech ever made hy a motion picture actor over the radio the other night — not a word about himself. Q The Screen News from Broad- way is always about the Suc- cessful Stars. You must make your mark before Broadway can see you. Hail — 'the coming of Spring' — and all that sort of thing! Just like little crocuses, the screen stars bob up on Broadway — to say nothing of Fifth and Park Avenues. Wherever there's a shop, or a theatre, or a smart restaurant, there you'll be sure to find at least two or three celebrities dis- porting themselves — spending their hard-earned Hollywood money, and as happy as children on a candy spree. The good little girls and boys of Hollywood ask nothing better than a trip to Our Town between pictures. Even a location trip east is not to be sneered at — not even in these days of spring sniffles. Look at Sally Phipps and Nick Stuart — just look at them. They won't hurt your [Patsy Ruth Miller is one of the most ultra' modern of the Holly wood flappers. eyes, not at all. Maybe you think these two kids didn't enjoy their so- journ among the bright lights! It was their first trip, and they were just plain thrilled. You'd like Sally and Nick. Like so many of the Hollywood ingenues, Sally sports a gold anklet; but when you ask her whose name is engraved on it, though it's none of your business, she says: 'Nobody's. I bought it myself — and one for mother, too.' And she adds: 'Nobody would have me!' You don't believe that, of course, for Sally has the softest big, brown eyes you ever saw, and the Vi prettiest wavy red hair, and the pearliest teeth. She's only 18, and she was going to be a lawyer, like dad. But one day she went to the Fox Studio to watch her family friend, Frank Bor- zage, directing Seventh Heaven; and while she was there, somebody suggested a test; and of course, it turned out to be a wow, and before she knew it, Sally was in pictures! As the hero- ine of The High School Hero she made a hit. Now she and Nick are together again in The J\[ews Parade, a story of the adventures of a news-reel cameraman. It was this picture which brought the troupe, under David Butler's direc- tion, to New York, and from there took them to such paradises as Palm Beach, Lake Placid, and Havana, Cuba. Nick is just twenty -two, and very handsome. He looks like a typical American youth, but as a matter of fact he was born in Roumania, and his real name is Nicholas Prata. Once he was a shipping clerk in a Hollywood sporting goods store. His idol, Tom Mix, walked in one day to make a purchase. Nick begged to be allowed to deliver the goods to the studio, where he worked so fast that he landed a job as office-boy, then rose to assistant cameraman and finally was promoted to acting, and he's been delivering the goods ever since. Young Nick is a nice lad; he can still blush. They say that every good Follies girl has C[ Pity the poor bride and groom, J^orma Shearer and Irving Thalberg, who can't dodge the news and camera men, no matter where they go. <C The newest Fox stars, Sally Phipps and K[ic\ Stuart. Maybe you thin\ these two \ids didn't enjoy their sojourn among the bright lights. two ambitions : to become a movie star, and to marry a millionaire. Blanche Mehaffey has achieved both. She's one Follies beauty who can say 'Suc- cess!' and not ex- aggerate. From the time she left the Fol- lies, where her Ti- tian tresses were much appreciated, for the movies, where she started as a Hal Roach come- dienne, she has made good. Blanche had graduated into drama and was doing well, thank you, when a million- aire oil man came a- wooing. He won, and Blanche came east on the first lap of her honeymoon. From here they will go to Havana, Cuba. The lucky man is George J. Hansen. Mr. Ziegfeld wired her an offer to come back to the stage, but Blanche will stick to the screen, although she and her husband will probably take a trip to Africa first. Maybe she'll do a Mrs. Martin Johnson. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Irving Thalberg were in town only a week-end before they hopped on the Mauretania for a Mediterranean cruise. It's their honeymoon, long dc layed because the groom had (Cont. on page 99) 11 (\A Father's Fame may be a load upon youth's shoulders. CfThe inimitable Douglas Fair- banks himself. 1 'nJHERE is an old biblical wheeze to the effect that 'the sins of the father shall be visited upon the children, etc.1 But how about the old man's virtues? Fame, for instance. Paternal fame is a pretty heavy load to visit upon any son. I recall an article Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr. wrote, entitled: "It's hard to be a rich man's son." Well, if you ask me, it's harder to be a great star's son. And if you don't care to ask me, ask Douglas Fairbanks Jr. One day down at the Beach Club I was wrestling on the sand with my two boys when a fine-looking lad ^f^T ^ with the body of a young god came up. "You don't re- InTde^before °hl member me, Mr. Wagner, but I'm Douglas Fairbanks' stepped out alone. 32 S 1 C[ Douglas Fairbanks Jr. drawn from life by Rob 'Wagner the author of this article. son, and I sure would like to learn some of those holds." So we 'rasseled' around until the boy was sand-scratched from toes to forehead. "Well, Doug, you are certainly the son of your father," I said as we finally sat up to rest. "Paramount doesn't think so," he replied solemnly. "Why, I thought they were starring you!" I exclaimed. "Were is right. But not now. I flopped miserably. It was a terrible blunder to send me out in father's shoes, for I couldn't fill them. I was merely a young upstart trading on a famous name. No, I'm through with pictures. Mother and I are going to Europe so that I can study art. I want to stand on my own pins." It was a fine enthusiasm, but an expensive one. Mother and son spent nearly a year abroad when they suddenly discovered their capital was rapidly diminishing. Douglas decided to go to work. Even if he couldn't star, he could get some sort of a job in pictures. Yes, Paramount would take him back, but he would have to play in stock at half his former salary, and take what small parts he could get. He was no longer the son of his father, but merely one of many hacks who had to make good on his own merit. Just as the studio had blundered in prematurely raising the boy to stardom, it blundered again in the opposite direction, now finding no merit whatsoever in him. This was eloquently indicated by again cutting (Cont. on page 78) every inch of the son can be seen the poise and individuality of his discriminating father. 33 viting us to lunch!" ex- claimed Patsy in delight, as she danced about with a little note in her hand. "And Harry Crocker is going to be there too!" It is never of course a question of acceptance when Charlie in- vites you to his wonderful house atop the hill, be- cause you always know that you will have a won- derful time. "Charlie has such a way of concentrating all his charm on you — as though you were just the only person in the world," re- marked Patsy as we motored up there on the picturesque winding road through the California sunshine and past Corinne Griffith's house and Tom Mix's house and quite close to Jack Gilbert's Spanish home. C[A newcomer, Dale An- sten, a beauty contest winner from 'hlew Zea- land with Flash, M.G.- M.'s dog star. One comes to Charlie's house by the back entrance, be- cause there is no road to the front entrance. At the front is only a large lawn surrounded by shrubbery. "You see I didn't want any road leading to the front of the house," explained Charlie afterward in showing us the grounds. "I think it is delightful to have it all quiet out there. I didn't even plant many flowers. I didn't know how I would feel about too much color. The green grass and trees are so restful. Trees always seem like companions to me." So we were ushered into the library which opens onto the rear lawn, and Charlie came at once and took our wraps himself. The comedian is always doing these nice little things. "There's such harmony in this house," whispered Patsy, "that I don't know how anybody ever quarreled in it." The library has the effect of a high chamber in a castle, and the big pipe organ carries out a sort of cloistered effect, while a lighter note, but entirely harmonious, is carried out in a couple of small bay windows with up- holstered seats and white curtains. There are rows and rows of fascinating books. We went into the drawing room, where we found a 34 (\The picture girls first make the occasion, then celebrate it. had the birds in it, raw. cheerful fire in a big fireplace, and where there is a disarming effect of ivory white, the proportions of the place being restfully big, and all the sofas and chairs making for cheerfulness and peace. We chatted about The Circus, and about Charlie's plans for his next picture, but of course it isn't at all certain what that picture will be. "Let's just get a cop and begin!" suggested Harry Crocker humorously. Harry is working with Charlie in all his stories nowa'days. At any rate the picture won't be Napoleon's life, said Charlie. "There won't be much real love interest in the story when I make it," he suggested. "Because I do not think Napoleon took love very seriously. It was only another manifestation of his power to have women in love with him, that's all." Lunch was served in the dining room, which is fitted up with some sort of dark polished wood, and with exquisite table accessories and service. After lunch we went out and surveyed the grounds, and wandered about the interesting paths that lead under the trees down the side of the hill. Presently we came to a kind of little summer house on the slope. "This is where I thought out The Gold Rush," Charlie told me. "I'd walk up and down this little path," — he illustrated his distraught tramping up and down in his own funny pantomimic way. And he showed me where his children used to have a little playhouse too. That was a pathetic little note — ({Doris Dawson the silence where the children's voices had been. ™e a" &itc° and In the library, Charlie played the pipe organ for us, and "/"at's^ ^"strm e how! He can make the simplest (Com. on page 90) necking. C[ Between seams Camilla, in her pajama shop, danced and dreamed. C[Her present Russian part is jar removed from her great char' acter of Mauguerite in 'Faust.' By Lulu Case Russell OT any girls?' the Marshal said to the lady from over the Rhine, The lady shook her flaxen head and civilly — answered 'Nein.' 'Got any boys1 the Marshal said, 'but you haven't, I opine 'Nein.' , t i 1 i Husband, of course?' the Marshal said, and he must be pretty fine,1 , The lady smiled and her blue eyes shone as again she answered 'Nein.' h.ve," the Marsha, sa.d ,0 the >ady fa, 36 (J Another great European actress comes to Hollywood and is immediately cast opposite John Barrymore. Camilla over the Rhine. And he staggered and dropped his census book when the lady answered, 'Nem.' " With the above as my sole stock-in-hand of German I boldly essayed an interview with Fraulein Camilla Horn, late of Frankfort'On'the'Main and Berlin. To be transparently honest and above-board I knew one other German word, 'Ja,' but I had determined to be startingly different and not ''yzs anybody during my stay in Hollywood, home of avacados and yes-men. Pretty blonde Miss Horn was at work on the Tempest set where she is playing opposite John Barrymore in his second production for United Artists, when I first saw her. Swathed in a clinging black velvet gown, a graceful cape of the same material falling from her shoulders, she came hurrying down a cobbled street alone and frightened, hemmed in by sinister night shadows, apparently emulating Mr. Pepys in an at' tempt to get 'home and so to bed,' but she was thwarted in her un-Hollywoodian (Com. on page 80) CC A scene from 'Tempest' with ]ohn Barrymore, a story of the Russian revolu- 37 FAME Whiskers C[ This is not the hairy. ' ape but Jean Hersholt in a character role. C[ Jean Hersholt is so different you'd thin\ he was a coupla' other fellows. (\Would Gillette (em Grow or Would you Shave the Surface and Save All. C[In 'Seventh Heaven' a character lived. It was created by the false mustache and David Butler. <C She did. Leaving John Mac\ Brown out in the open. 38 FALLS <£ In 'Burning Day- light' Arthur Stone by the aid of a whis\er or two be' comes a stranger. ^>a mil Jannings began it. Emil HA has his ways, you know, and \| j the coy minx called 'Popularity' * * snuggled right up against Emil's whiskers and The Way of All Flesh was a very nice way indeed. However, whiskers are in themselves not exactly histrionic, hirsute maybe, but left to themselves they hardly ever act. What a help they are to the guy who's lost his necktie, though. That boy Butler did a wonderful piece of work in Seventh Heaven — you remember the hose-man. He raised himself on those whiskers to a high point that he couldn't climb off of. And now he's a director. Arthur Stone can't be as good as this picture looks! If he is he should be starred. But, speaking hurriedly for we mustache off and see a picture, the alfalfa that hides the most features is the crop for most of us. As the poet doesn't say, 'Behind the lace curtains lies Italy.' Let whiskers grow if you must. Let mattresses bloom and blossom. Beard the lion in his den but do not, we beseech, belittle the honest soup strainer which through generations has been the home of so many strange songsters. The Bald Headed Man's Club is glowing with anger over the hair- raising exploits of the actors and many a good wife has lost her beauty sleep trying to decide whether she prefers to have hubby's chin draperies over the sheet or under the sheet. Since this fashion descended upon Hollywood the denizens of the cinema city have had to wear ear muffs because of the screaming and whistling of the gales and typhoons of the gusty California spring as the wind blows through the actor's whiskers. C[ Arthur Stone himself shaving the lawn for whis\ers for his great characteriza- lion. C[ Emil Jannings in 'The Way of All Flesh.' We have had whis\ers for comedy and whis\ers for character but jannings finds a way through ma\e up to the pathos that brings tears. 39 Scraps for BLIVION (\ln Hollywood the Picture Actors recently formed the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and started their magazine. Screen- LAN D has been given permission to give wider distribu- tion to this fine article from the first issue of ^Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.' T "sJH E art C[ Rupert Hugh moving-picture -or industry — or what you may call it — has a term of its own for what the poet Gray bewailed in his Elegy: the gem of purest ray serene hidden in the dark, unfath- omed caves of ocean; the flower born to blush unseen; the noble rage repressed, the mute, inglorious Milton. The mute, inglorious mov- ies call it 'the Face on the Cutting Room Floor. 1 It is one of those we-laugh-lest-we' that actor a joke, but a brave flippanc weep cynicisms. For among all the countless tragedies that fill the life of the studios and break the hearts of the makers of pic tures, none are more poignant than the piles of celluloid shavings that fill the metal waste-baskets in the cutting rooms. Even the producers suffer, since the clippings represent wasted fortunes; the camera-men sigh as they find their most beautiful shots thrust back into the dark. But the directors, the authors and the actors suffer most. The public suffers, too, but never knows what it has missed. Much of the stuff that reaches the screen had far better have been left in the discard, but that fact merely renders the loss of the beautiful things more regret- able. Sometimes the omissions are due to in- exorable necessity, as when a picture is shot in twice or more the necessary number of reels. This is one of the most expensive sins of the business, and a sheer waste of annual millions of dol- lars which must be retrieved in the dimes and quarters slipped through the ticket- sellers' little round windows. But the spiritual loss is incal- culable. Mr. Jack Dempsey says that the blows that miss take more life out of a fighter than those that land. And the cli- maxes of emotion a director* and an achieve and never see in the finished pictures take the heart out of them more than the contemptuous press- notices or the studio jibes they receive for their manifest failures. There is something so peculiarly harrowing about the excision of beautiful scenes from a pic- j ture that it seems almost a crime to have shot them at all. We do not blame people for not falling in love and not having children, but to commit infanticide is singularly horrible. Projection-room psychology and box-office success are most dangerous guides to conduct. People who have seen a picture dozens of times are the poorest possible judges of what the public will feel on seeing the result for the first time. Consequently, success is often due to popular reac- tions of the very opposite sort from those that have been planned. Last year in New York I saw a very successful picture, exploiting a very prominent actor and a very prominent actress. The film drew immense crowds everywhere and the pro- fits would seem to silence criticism. The famous stars played love scens of the utmost in- tensity. They gave unre- strained lessons in what Lewis Carroll called 'reel- Hollywood's moSf famous writer tells the Story of 40 By Rupert Hughes ing and writhing.' Yet the more ar- dently they em- braced, the more frenzied their amorous con- tortions, the more the audi- ence howled with laughter. While the heroine and the hero shuddered with desire, the audi- \ ence whooped with ridicule. The crowds flocked to the picture, because of the magnetism of the stars and perhaps because of the word-of- mouth propaganda proclaimed it one of the funniest pictures ever seen. It provoked, indeed, far more hilarity than half the intentional comedies by the best clowns. Perhaps if the scenes had been played honestly and had inspired the love-sorrow implied, the pic- ture would have brought in less money. Yet surely one could not draw from it a lesson that famous stars should be made ludicrous in their love-scenes. The pity of the omitted scenes is that one can never know whether their omission was wise cr not. The successful pictures might have been more successful, or might not have succeeded at all if they had been included. The failures might have been more dire, or might have been turned into triumphs if the cuts had not been made. One thing is well-known, though the knowl- edge is not often of much use: pictures that are gripping and delightful in fifteen or more reels are often dull as dishwater {Com. on page 86) C The Patent Leather Kid' that brought Barthelmess bac\ to \ success was one of Rupert Hughes stories. -4 "The Face on the Cutting Room Floor" 41 Relight R.EVI C[ King Vidor has done it again ^ Crowd (\Step Lively, Pull— ease! i "n^his isn't just a picture. It's an experience don't know whether you'll like it or not. It isn't the rousing entertainment that The Big Parade was. I'm not sure that it's entertainment at all. But King Vidor has done it again, whether you like it or not. The Crowd is his own idea. It is probably more nearly a complete artistic expression of this young director than any other picture. It's naive at times; it is curiously amateur- ish at others, but there are moments of such great power and understanding that you're willing to swear it's great. You'll see yourself and your next-door neighbor in The Crowd — and you know how much fun that is. The Boy and the Girl are too much like you and me to make it entirely pleasant to sit through eight reels or so of their trials and troubles. It's an experience, nevertheless, that mustn't be missed. The Boy's father was sure he'd be president some day. Instead, he gets a job as a clerk, goes to Coney Island, meets a girl, marries her, becomes a father — twice, loses his job, and has a hard time landing another. That's all there is to it — yes, that's all. But it is more than enough for Mr. Vidor. You can take his picture anyway you want to. According to a sub' title, once you lose step with the Crowd it goes hard with you until you get back into step again. According to an advertisement for the picture, you've got to rise above the Crowd if you want to get anywhere. Maybe Mr. Vidor would be content to call it the epic of Everyman and his Wife, and let it go at that. At times The Crowd out-stroheims Mr. Von in its realism. There's a Sennett touch in some of the comedy. It begins to look as. if Mr. Vidor is all of the 'big' directors rolled into one. At any rate, he does wonders with his actors. James Murray is amazingly good as the Boy. Eleanor Boardman is even better as the wife. I don't know any other actress who could have played this part. Submerging her delicate beauty, Miss Boardman achieved a portrait of a middle- class lady that she should be proud of. This girl should be starred. If her husband is a composite of all directors, she's all actresses in one small package. Some girls can play wives, some can play mothers, while others excel as sweeties. Eleanor can play 'em all. Darned clever, these Vidors! C[ A great mother picture- — dramatic without being mushy or morbid FOUR SONS Q "One, two, three, four- Oh, how I wish there were more.,) rjr'LL be frank with you. I didn't want to go to see this picture. I fought against it. Another mother picture! I have nothing to say against mothers as a rule; and a whole lot to say for them. I have a pretty good one myself and I know a lot of other folks who are proud of theirs. But I don't like to see them on the screen. They aren't Mothers; they're monstrosities in shawls and bonnets; they cry all the time. So I thought I wouldn't go to see Four Sons. Then I thought, 'Well, Jimmy Hall is in it;' and the minute I think of Jimmy Hall I want to see him again to decide whether I like him or don't like him. Well, I went. And I wouldn't have missed it for anything, not just because it made up my mind for me about Jimmy Hall (the answer is: Yes; I do.) But it showed me a real Mother on the screen. Margaret Mann plays her, and she's more like a mother really is than I'd ever hoped to see in pictures. She doesn't whine or weep. She makes cookies, and keeps the home-fires burning. Miss 42 Mann and Director John Ford have given us a great per- formance, in a picture that is emotional without being mushy, and dramatic without turning morbid. Four Sons is a war picture with only one war scene. What self 'control this director must have! It's a great little plea for peace, for it takes us on the other side of the trenches and introduces us to the enemy — three of whom are Mother Bernle's stalwart sons. The fourth, played by James Hall, is fighting with the Yanks. But they're all brothers. After the war, Mother Bernle leaves the old country for the new. She has to 'learn her letters" first, and her struggles with a new tongue amid strange Sadi OW to spend your rainy afternoon: watch Gloria Swanson as the heroine of W. Somerset Maugham's best story. Gloria does one of the greatest come-backs in history. Give this girl a role she likes and she has a good time and gives every- body else the same. Acting from contented stars is what this industry needs. Miss Swanson is one of the most fascinating personalities in pictures, but when she appears in a badly-fitting part, she loses her lustre. Mr. Maugham is a good tailor. His Sadie Thompson is just what Gloria needed. It's her best part — the sort of thing we want to see her do. Gloria as a 'good' girl is Gloria wasted. She's one of the few film idols we like to see cut loose. The more exotic her part, the better we like her. And so — Sadie Thompson offers her everything. Besides, it's a good picture. This is Gloria's lucky year. Raoul Walsh has directed in just the right high spirits, and himself H ho doesn't enjoy fairy tales? WTho's too old? Oh, you aren't either. You just think you are. Everybody loves a fairy-tale, and don't tell me different. But if you think you need any excuse to go to see Cinderella Moore's latest yarn, you can always say: 'Well, I'll be bored, but Junior and Sister will like it.' And then you'll "be tickled silly all the way through, you big hypocrite! Colleen was never so cun- ning or so clever. She has a real characterization in Her "Wild Oat, against the old familiar fairy-story background. She plays the proprietress of a prosperous lunch-wagon, who splurges all her savings on one grand spree at a smart surroundings provide a comedy ending to the picture. Everybody in the cast is splendid, but Miss Mann and Mr. Hall are outstanding. It's Jimmy's first chance to act, and he will surprise you. I've never seen more exquisite photography. John Ford has done some beautiful things in his direction, too. I like the way he creates characters instead of depending upon 'types.' He offers his comic relief with a deftness that Shakespeare would have loved. And speaking of Shakespeare — if his plays are ever, by accident, put on the screen, John Ford is just the director to do it, if he keeps up the high standard he sets in his Four Sons. plays the important part of Sergeant O'Hara with gusto and virility. Sadie has had rather a bad reputation in film circles since Will Hays exiled her; but as a matter of fact the little girl is going to do a lot of good in the world or I miss my guess. She makes a great sermon for tolerance, and stages an exciting tirade against hypocrisy. Her heart is big, her manners are careless and her morals are nobody's business. When she appears in Pago-Pago in the South Seas she excites the interest of a detachment of Marines and the animosity of one Hamilton, a virulent reformer. He attempts to wreck her life, which she is striving to mend, and almost succeeds. Sadie fights back and wins, aided by the wholesome Sergeant O'Hara. Gloria's just great. You'll like the picture. It isn't so often we're treated to a swell star in a picture worthy of her. But Sadie Thompson is it, and plenty of it. ' OAT summer resort. Of course she meets the Prince — in dis- guise. And of course, he loves her for herself alone. She goes back to the lunch-wagon just long enough to find her happy ending. Miss Moore has some charming comedy scenes. She's abetted by Larry Kent, whom I'd like to announce right now as my favorite leading man for 1928 — so far. He's the only actor I've ever seen who is really reminiscent of Wally Reid, with all of Wally's ingratiating good looks and humor. You watch Larry Kent. On second thought, don't bother. I'll keep an eye on him myself. Sadie offers Gloria everything and she ma\es the most of it e Thompson Q[2> Aint Going To Rain No More CReal fun er WILD (\Sows Your Old Oat 43 C[ Every salesman should see this no matter what he sells SPORTING GOODS tarring a Good Sport. Richard Dix may prefer to play in drama, but you'd never guess it from the pep he puts into this comedy. He plays it as if he likes it; he slams it over through sheer force of ex- uberant personality. The story is highly improbable but it's so engagingly directed and acted that you don't care a hoot whether it could happen or not. Every salesman should see it, no matter what he sells — undershirts, or ele- vators, or himself to his girl. Richard explains in his inimitable fashion that it isn't so much what you have got to sell, as how you sell it. Gertrude Olmsted is in it, and isn't she pretty? The object of the high-powered sales- drive delivered by the star is none other than Ford Sterling, who is the three funniest character comedians in the world. C[ Estelle gives a glowing performance he WHIP Woman stelle Taylor played Lucre2,ia Borgia once, and don't you forget it. She can't; they won't let her. \| j They have handed her another mean part, giving ^ * her a whip to crack instead of poison and dirt to dish. She's a peasant girl whose hut is her castle, and just let any man try to crash the gate. Down comes the whip, and out goes the man. But there's always an ex- ception, or there wouldn't be many motion pictures. This time the exception is Tony Moreno. The whip girl beats him up, then picks him up and carries him home. After that, the picture just goes all to pieces. Sometimes she loves him, sometimes she whips him. It doesn't make much sense finally. Especially when you see the gorgeous Hedda Hopper trailing around as Mr. Moreno's widowed mother. That's funny. Miss Taylor gives a glowing performance as the whip woman. But at that, she revives the hope that some day, some how, the producers are going to for- get that she ever played a Borgia and just let her be her charming, sociable self. Oh well — we're all happier close to nature ROSE MARIE in the H, you Rose-Marie! Some kid! This little French- Canadian girl has had quite a career, all the way from musical comedy to the movies. She's almost as famous as Abie's Irish Rose. Up there north west where men are mounties she has all 'the males at her feet, but of course the one she picks — she would — is a fugitive from justice, so she has to go trudging up and down mountains and get buffeted about by the elements — all for him. Fortunately she is played by Joan Crawford, who is one of those lucky girls who always looks beautiful under any given set of circumstances. She's especially radiant as Rose-Marie, displaying more dash, or verve, or whatever you want to call it, in a simple little blouse and a wisp of skirt than she ever did all dolled up. Oh, well — we're all happier close to nature. James Murray, House Peters and Creighton Hale are the men in the case, and I give you the usual three guesses as to which one Rose-Marie fastened her affections on. Wrong the first time. James Murray, not House Peters. The sterling Mr. Peters has been away from films so long I think they should have handed him the heroine just as a gesture of welcome, don't you? 44 fl[ Don t pity the poor sailor any more — it's wasted A GIRL in Every PORT THE movies are getting good — and tough. I'm all for it, myself. I like the rough-and-ready atmos- phere of such a picture as A Girl in Every Port. My boy friend does, too. Tip to girls: if you want to be The Girl in your particular port, don't turn up your nose at the pictures of the What Price Glory school, unless you want to pay your own way to the movies. You may prefer to see the smiling face of your pet actor to the scowling countenance of Victor McLaglen, but don't you let on. And when you see one girl after another parade on the screen, smile, darn you, smile! It seems that no longer must movie men be beautiful. McLaglen and Robert Armstrong, his team mate, will certainly never win any prises for pulchritude, but the boys are there with the wallop just the same. They're a great combination, artists at fisticuffs or kisses, getting away with murder and everything but matrimony in every port. Don't pity the poor sailors any more; don't waste your pity. Although there are gobs of girls in this sailor's paradise, there is not a single Heroine, or even a married one. Louise Brooks, Leila Hyams, and many, many more are present, to liven things up; but not even Louise makes more than a dent in the big, big heart of the two sailor- boys. They're soon off on another cruise, and — there's a girl in every port. The lovely Esther Ralston is very much worth while going to see w H o could not learn to love, and love ve an d JJe earn to learn, when Esther Ralston is Teacher? This luscious blonde is far from lazy. Instead of letting her beauty do all her work for her, she pitches in — and acts. She's a cork- ing comedienne, as her latest will testify. Lore and Learn isn't much of a picture, I'll admit — just a trifle, in fact; but its lovely star is very much worth while going to see. Also, she is assisted in her latest set of escapades by a new young man, named Lane Chandler, who is, believe it or not, an entirely original type of leading juvenile. Thought there weren't any more, didn't you? Love and learn! He plays a pompous young judge who is all for law and order until Esther appears in his court and says 'Good Morning, Judge,!' in that sweet, melting way she has. Then he doesn't care much what happens to him as as it happens with her. There's one of those French-farce room scenes which might be naughty if it weren't played by C Esther Ralston and Lane , . , Chandler who is, believe it tw° clean-cut young Anglo- or not. an entirely original Saxons. As it is, it's funny. type of leading juvenile. This Esther Ralston— I must say it again — is a great beauty long who deserves a certain measure of immortality because bed- she possesses that air of complete unconcern about her these charms. What a gift that is! (Cont. on page 78) 45 By Garnett Weston (\Since the inspired days when they made 'Passion' in Germany Emil Jannings and Ernst Lu~ bitsch have been, professionally, separated. F^ROM one-reelers years ago in Ger- many to the most ambitious picture of Paramount^ 1928 program today — From mutual suspicion to unbounded confidence in each other — That, in broad strokes, is the story of Emil Jannings and Ernst Lubitsch. The one-reelers were made with Jannings playing op- posite Ossi Oswaldi. A young man who had been acting C[ Emil and Ernst — from mutual suspicion to un- bounded confidence in each other. in the German Theatre was given his first directorial chance in making them. The young man was Ernst Lubitsch. Emil Jannings played in them. He was merely a ghost, a shadow, unnamed on the screen, a phan- torn of nothing, although he was one of the foremost stage actors of Germany. So unimportant were motion pic tures — so far from importance were those who played in them at that time. Indeed, long after, with the filming 46 of Passion, afterwards world famous and its makers also, Jannings still remained a shadow, nameless on the screen, just one of the players. Lubitsch was little better known. But not for long. The German studio hired a secretary' to open and answer wires from every corner of the globe, asking "Who is the man who plays the role of Louis XV in Passion?' Lubitsch too. And Pola Negri. All three of them — and UFA — and Para- mount, who released the film in America. There was glory and to spare for every- one who had the least thing to do with Passion. Exhibitors basked in box-office cream. UFA responded graciously and gave Louis XV a name. The name was Jannings. But the Passion affair was after- wards. Back beyond Passion, was pain, persistence, patient, plodding perfecting of a pantomimic art which eventually led to the full light of the place in the sun Jan- nings occupies today. Likewise Lubitsch. When they met in the one reeler darkness, Jannings looked down from his lofty six feet three or pain_ persistence, and six or whatever patience resulted in the perfection of pantomimic art that gives Jannings his place in the sun to- day. (£ Vera Veronina and Emil Jannings in a breath-taking scene. it actually is, on stalky, mocking Ernst Lubitsch, broad, short. Florence Vidor has, in 'The Patriot,' the most interesting role she has ever played. CC A count may tickle a czar. Lewis Stone and Emil Jannings. and neither cared much for the other. That was before Jannings had any respect for motion pictures or the men who made them. It was also before Lubitsch had come to know that Jannings was a great harp for his master fingers to play upon with such genius that it is doubtful if there are two such men in the motion picture industry today. It was the day of small things, beginnings, nothings. Jannings was getting forty marks a day — Lubitsch got less, very much less. So much less that sometimes it (Com on page 101) 47 Posed especially for SCREENLAND by Miss Mary Philbin ^ODES (^Fashion Favors the Frial, and the star of 'Drums of Love' ij finds the latest styles express her natural simplicity. C[ This round sil\ col- lar which ties at the side and is appliqued with French flowers is a smart detail. Mary's wardrobe never lac\s a blac\ lace jroc\. This one is worn over a white satin slip and is trimmed with blac\ pleated chiffon. The wrap is blac\ chiffon velvet lined with white satin and sports an ermine collar. ainty Mary Philbin's reaction to the elaborate fashion creations of her screen life is strict simplicity in her real life. Did you see her in Drums of Love? Do you remember the first closeup of Mary in the wedding scene where she wears that luscious lace veil and looks like an angel straight from heaven? Well, on the opening night in New York the audience, that had not been demon- strative up to that point, broke into wild applause when this closeup of Mary appeared. You'd think she'd get the habit and want to wear old world clothes all the time — they are so full of beauty and romance — but not Mary. She can't wait to zip into tennis togs or a simple, cool, untraily frock of the variety shown above, 'something that doesn't take all your strength to carry about,' says the diminutive young star. D 43 For Jiigfi tea or dinner this orchid crepe froc\ with rib- bon velvet trimming of a dar\er shade and ruffle of its own material is one of Mary's favorites. Photographs by Freubel EW SCREENPLAYS Reviewed by Rosa Retlly 100 C[ 'Coney Island' is the best film I have seen this month. (Lucila Mendez, Rudolph Cameron and Eugene Strong) CONEY ISLAND OOK, Look: Don't you know what that is? That's the Giant Dip- j per. The Coney Island Roller Coaster. It dips so deep you think you'll never come up again. Watch Lucila Mendez. Did you see her give the villain a kick — on the shin? Well, I should say not. On the chin. A high and fast little kicker that girl. Ralph Ince's new film, Coney Island has one fight after another. And the best of all when Lucila starts to — never mind, now. Never mind. Not so fast. That's one I'm not going to give away. Clowns and a millionaire. Carnivals and a political boss. A sweet, modest ticket taker and a bunch of gangsters. Plenty of Ballyhoo. Of the finest grade. This is the best film I've seen this month — or this year, for that matter. And not the least of the credit is due to J. J. O'Neill who wrote this crackling good story. THE FEARLESS RIDER Well, I swan, if it ain't our ole frien', Fred Humes. An' he's knockin' 'em cold again. Seven or eight of 'em. Blows from the right an' blows from the left. Why they doan bother Fred a tall. That ridin' cowboy saves the mine an' gits the girl. Fancy ridin', fancy shootin' and fancy fightin'. (f George Connors and Rin Tin Tin in 'Jaws of Steel,' a pic- ture with moments of superb canine grandeur. ({ Beautiful facque- line Logan plus a couple of slin\y leopards — that's 'The Leopard Lady.' FASHION MADNESS Gather around the circle, girls, I'm gc ing to tell you a sc
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Thank you all for your support and we will see you next season! We turn our focus to the British Basketball Master of Ceremonies! How does someone become an MC along with improving Game Day experience in the British Basketball League. London Lions MC Tahir Hajat along with Essex Rebels Stan Kadzunge takes us for a ride! Fresh off a league title former London Lions Head Coach Ryan Schmidt joins the podcast! He talks about the culture established in London as they prepare for their Euro Cup Playoff Run! The boys also deep dive into life in the NBA along with how the British Basketball League is being perceived across the pond! March 8th is International Women’s Day, a day when many across the world celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a prompt to remember our collective responsibility to advocate for women’s equality. We are honored to have Katie Nolan (Newcastle Eagles), Bethany Wheldon ( British Basketball League Table Official) and Viola Moss (British Basketball League Assistant Producer) to our 2024 Panel. This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion and serves as a call toappreciate the value that is created in businesses, sports, communities, and society at large when women are included and feel as though they fully belong in their spheres of influence. We're back in LDN where SZN Three began as Drew Lasker and Jay Marriott visit the newly-crowned Men's and Women's League Champions - the London Lions! The SHOOOOOW kicks off with Jay narrating the incredible success of the Lions franchise over recent seasons before we meet some of the stars of the Women's team who help us get to know these superstars a little better. KIki Herbert-Harrigan, Azania Stewart, Leslie Vorpahl and Holly Winterburn spill the T on the Lions Women's locker room. Men's team star point guard Jordan Taylor shares what he loves most about living in London, before Sam Dekker, Luke Nelson, Vojtech Hruban and Tomislav Zubcic share the locker room talk, and Coach Ryan Schmidt talks his biggest inspirations. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #NowYouKnow #BritishBasketball The SHOOOOOW is back, baby, and Jay and Drew are in Scotland as they pay a visit to the mighty Caledonia Gladiators! Drew gets the show underway with Caledonia collossus Patrick Tape as they discuss importance of education, and talk about handling the pressure of being a professional basketball player, as well as what Patrick sees for his future after he hangs up his sneakers! We get to know Gladiators captain, Jonny Bunyan, who has been with the team for his entire professional career, as he discusses his and Caledonia's connection to the city, before the guys wrap things up with Gladiators owner Steve Timoney, who discusses his excitement at owning Scotland's only professinal basketball franchise and his vision for the future of the game in the country. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball t's a long trip down to the south-west for the SHOOOOOOW this week as Drew and Jay visit the Plymouth City Patriots! Both having had playing careers in Plymouth during their time on the hardwood, Drew and Jay soon settled into their old stomping grounds as Drew had lunch with the Patriots' Albanian superstar Elvisi Dusha where the star guard shared his love for the city of Plymouth. Jay visted one of Plymouth's newest signings, Otas Iyekekpolor where the duo bonded over their love of superheroes. The guys dug into the growth of the WBBL in WBBL Focus, and Drew snuck into James Hawthorne Jr.'s workout to discuss hoops, music and fashion! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball The team talk all things British Basketball Trophy Finals in this week's special episode of the SHOOOOOW! We kick things off with Mike Tuck, who catches up with Tahjai Teague as he shares anecdotes about his life growing up with two NBA-level cousins in Marcus and Jeff Teague. Drew Lasker sits down with British Basketball League CEO Aaron Radin to get a look behind the scenes on what it takes to plan major events like the Finals across the country and what the League's coverage will look like in the future. Siobhan Prior also gets to meet up with Commonwealth Games Silver Medalist Shanice Beckford-Norton, who discusses the platform and opportunities her success at the Games has provided. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #britishbasketball 0:00-0:43 - Introduction to the SHOOOW 0:44-3:21 - Mike Tuck catches up with Cheshire Phoenix star Tahjai Teague 3:22-13:21 - Drew Lasker gets to know British Basketball League CEO Aaron Radin 13:22-21:30 - Siobhan Prior sits down with London Lions Women's Captain, Shanice Beckford-Norton We're back in Leicester for Episode 11 of the SHOOOW as Drew and Jay are joined by Tahir Hajat and three-time National High Jump Champion Mike Edwards! We've got a packed show for you, so check out the running order below and LOCK IN! - Jay chats leadership with Rodney Glasgow Jr. - Oliana Squires and Mckenzie Johnston see how well they know each other in 'Teammates' for WBBL Focus - Tahir Hajat joins the show to discuss player turnover in Hot Topics - We check out the Top 10 Plays of the Week from the League - Drew and British High Jump Champion head down to Riders practice to chat talk about what it takes to become a Champion. Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball The BBL Show proudly recognizes International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. International Women’s Day, March 8, is when the global community celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This year, it also serves as a prompt to remember our collective responsibility to advocate for women’s equity, with the focus on #EmbraceEquity. Listen as Yvonne Harris, The BBL Show Social Responsibility Correspondent, talks with three of the WBBL’s finest: Kirsty Brown, Chantelle Handy, and Daniella Turner. They candidly discuss progress women have made in the WBBL, and all sports, while sharing the continued need for advancement as it relates to gender equity. In a show of allyship, Drew Lasker joins this important discussion and leans in on this topic. Enjoy this episode! One of the stories of the season is the focus of this week's BBL Show as Drew and Jay head down the M4 to Bristol to catch up with the mighty Flyers! Jelani Watson-Gayle - fresh from a call-up to the Great Britain National Team - is in the hot seat first with Jay as we get to know one of the BBL's newest British stars! We check in with Jelani and Mike Miller in our awesome new Teammates segment - where we put their knowledge of each other to the test! VJ King checks in to discuss his MVP-calibre season for the Flyers after winning the Molten Kevin Cadle BBL Player of the Month for January. We've got all of that AND much, much MORE ... so lock in for SZN Three, Episode Nine of the SHOOOOOW! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball The team talk all things British Basketball Cup Finals in this week's special episode of the SHOOOOOW! We kick things off with Hot Topics as we discuss Kennedy Leonard's departure, Leicester Riders' newest signing Carrington Love and more! BBL Show Guest Host Azania Stewart joins this episode and we have WBBL MVP candidate Ashley Arlen in the house. We Flip over to the Men’s and welcome GB International Patrick Whealan and all of the exclusive insight from the sidelines of the Cup Finals, before closing out with the top plays of the Finals! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. We get to know the STARS of the Cheshire Phoenix on this week's episode of the BBL Show as Drew, Jay and Mike head to Ellesemere Port Sports Village to chat with the defending BBL Trophy Champions! Follow @britishbasketballleague on TikTok and @bblofficial on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball 00:00-01:10 - Introduction to Episode 7 01:11-04:40 - Cheshire Phoenix General Manager James Brice in the Hot Seat! 04:41-07:50 - Coach Ben Thomas breaks down the X’s and O’s 07:51-11:29 - Defensive Tips from the BBL's Steals Leader, Marcus Evans 11:30-14:36 - Mike sits down with Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist Jamell Anderson 14:37-16:22 - The Mid-Season Awards in our WBBL Focus 16:23-20:22 - We check in with BBL legend David Aliu 20:23-23:35 - The Top 10 Plays of the Week 23:36-26:50 - We discuss the BBL Cup Final in Hot Topics 26:51-30:07 - Trophy Final MVP Larry Austin Jr. joins the SHOW! 00:00-02:13 - Welcome to Manchester 02:14-05:38 - Jay visits Coach Vince Macaulay 05:39-12:43 - Drew sits down with Rahmon Fletcher to reflect on his career 12:44-16:49 - Get to Know London Lions superstar Sam Dekker 16:50-19:07 - Hot Topics with Drew and Jay 19:08-24:58 - Jay catchs up with Manchester Mystics star Claire Abbott in WBBL Foucus 24:59-28:40 - Pick and Roll Masterclass with Rahmon Fletcher 28:41-36:04 - Slam Dunk Competition with Dirk Williams and Tajh Green 36:05-38:22 - Top 10 Plays of the Week 38:33-39:56 - End of Show Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. Drew Lasker, Jay Marriott and the Hoop Genius himself, Mo Mooncey, are joined on the SHOOOOOW by the defending BBL Championship, Cup and Play-off holders ... the Leicester Riders! Seven-time BBL Coach of the Year Rob Paternostro and his floor general Kimbal Mackenzie are this week's special guests and boy do we have a show in store for you! - We Kick things off with our Co-Host Mo Mooncey as he sits down with an exclusive interview with Riders Head Coach Rob Paternostro. - We've got our Hot Topics to discuss - We Dive into the Ladies Game with our WBBL Focus - Leicester Riders Floor General Kimbal Mackenzie joins the SHOW - Drew sits down with Kentucky Wildcat CJ Fredrick as they make their way across the pond for the Basketball Hall of Fame London Showcase - The Show comes to a close with a putt challenge including Riders star Mackenzie! Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. #KnowOurName #BritishBasketball Welcome to SZN Three, Episode Three of the SHOOOOOOW! It's a Newcastle Eagles takeover for Episode Three as, Co-hosts Drew Lasker and Jay Marriott are joined by Special Guests: Newcastle Eagles Point God Javion Hamlet, star centre of the Eagles' Women's team Chloe Gaynor, and British Basketball League legend Charles Smith! On the BBL Show tonight we have: - Hot Topics with Drew and Jay - WBBL Focus with Chloe Gaynor - Javion Hamlet on getting the Eagles back on track - Charles Smith discusses his record-breaking BBL Cup performance in 2012. - BBL and WBBL Week Seven Preview Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. You guys LOVED our debut episode of SZN Three of the SHOOOOOOW, and now Episode Two is HERE! At Sheffield's Ponds Forge Arena for Episode Two, Co-hosts Drew Lasker and Mike Tuck are joined by Special Guests: Team GB Wheelchair Basketball Paralympian Sophie Carrigill; Sheffield Sharks superstar Kipper Nichols and Sheffield Hatters and Great Britain Basketball sharpshooter Georgia Gayle! On the BBL Show tonight we have: - Hot Topics with Drew and Mike - Georgia Gayle discussing the Hatters' hopes for the WBBL season - Kipper Nichols on life with the Sheffield Sharks - Team GB's Sophie Carrigill and being a Paralympian in Wheelchair Basketball - BBL and WBBL Round Five Preview Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. Here it is, baby! SZN Three of the SHOOOOOW is finally here, and boy do we have an awesome first episode for you to enjoy! Our first special guests of the season, Mac Griffiths and London Lions star Josh Sharma, are welcomed to the BBL Show by Drew Lasker and Siobhan Prior, and we have plenty to get through on this season opener! Follow @bblofficial on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to stay locked in to the BBL on socials and subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept up to date with all of our latest content. On Episode 14 we celebrate a Milestone on the show.... Our 100th Episode!! We would like to Thank everyone out there from our biggest supporters to anyone that has taken one second of their day to tune in! We appreciate you all from everyone at the Showwwwww
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[]	[]	[ "" ]	null	[ "Miles Schmidt-Scheuber" ]	2014-07-17T00:00:00	Luck and success sometimes come and go like the scoring ability of a Thomas Mueller that has been successful at the World Cup the last two years or the misfortune for a Wayne Rooney in 2010 and 2014 and that happens just the same in the game of basketball where teams go on winning…	en	https://secure.gravatar.com/blavatar/11ccb2882a4b5e94bd7395da8984cdd64287f539560a1c579fd2931b0ea2456e?s=32	German Hoops	https://germanhoops.com/2014/07/17/the-2014-nba-summer-league-danilo-barthel-watch-game-nine-against-the-los-angeles-clippers/	Luck and success sometimes come and go like the scoring ability of a Thomas Mueller that has been successful at the World Cup the last two years or the misfortune for a Wayne Rooney in 2010 and 2014 and that happens just the same in the game of basketball where teams go on winning and losing streaks. It isn´t known if every member of the Miami Heat Summer League team sat through the incredible World Cup win of Germany last Sunday, but if they did, the players were unable to transport some of the German winning vibe on to the court for themselves as the club hasn´t been able to get a victory in two tries since Germany won their fourth World Cup game. Miami lost to the Clippers on Monday and a nail bitter against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. Barthel had the chance to get some revenge against his teammate from the Fraport Skyliners Aziz Ndiaje who plays for the Los Angeles Clippers. However the Senegal big man didn´t get inserted again this time after getting a DNP on Monday. He did play the night after in a 83-60 losing cause against the Houston Rockets. In that game N Diaye played 8,53 minutes scoring two points, hauling down three rebounds, blocking one shot and getting a turnover. His problem continues to be fouls where he had four and his inaccuracy at the free throw line(2/4). With the 2014 NBA Summer League slowly coming to an end , it was the perfect chance for the players on both squads to get in some more good plays and woo the coaches and men in high places. However NDiaye sat on the bench again and had to wonder if he would ever face Barthel again in a game or a practice down the road. Tournament time had arrived in the NBA Summer League at Las Vegas with a do or die game between the two teams. Earlier in the day it has been reported by media outlets that James Ennis had been signed to a contract by Miami. Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra was in the stands looking relaxed checking out the action and possibly looking to add some more talent to his NBA roster as was Sam Cassell. The Miami Heat were without 2014 number one draft pick Shabazz Napier who was allowed to have the day off as he was off at the ESPY awards, but the club did get a top team contributer back with Justin Hamilton who had been out a few days. Danilo Barthel didn´t start the game, but witnessed from the bench as Hamilton got off to a quick start as did Tyler Johnson who was inserted into the starting lineup as the mini human highlight film is usually good for one or two memorable actions that are packed into a ESPN moment just as Rajon Rondo does with one or two major fancy passes per game. Barthel came into the game at the 4.00 minute mark of the first quarter and got going right away scoring on a shuffle move and soon after hitting a catch and pop shot as it seems like his rainbow shot is getting brighter and brighter as the tournament progresses. On defense, he didn´t always have an easy time against Keith Benson. Clipper Cameroun Clark hit a buzzer beater at the end of the first quarter as they had the 21-20 advantage. In the second quarter, Barthel was in from the start, but played only until the 8.34 minute mark. Barthel wasn´t a factor on offense, but played solid defense. Miami went on a 10-0 run early, but the Clippers came back with big shots from Suggs and Nunnally. At the break the game was dead locked at 41-41. In the third quarter, Barthel was on the bench as he watched the pace of the game improve and get quicker. There had been 10 lead changes in the game and five ties, but overall in the third quarter, the Miami Heat were able to heighten their offense a bit more as it was even more fluid. Miami really did a great job getting everyone involved and Shabazz Napier fill in Larry Drew was doing a superb job running the point and was clicking nicely with Justin Hamilton who he played with before in the D-League. In the last minute of the third quarter, the Los Angeles Clippers got some key buckets from Benson and Clark and trailed Miami only 69-65. In the fourth quarter, Danilo Barthel kept his red Miami Heat practice top on and at that point it seemed like his day was over on the court and he could sit back and await the Tyler Johnson “What highlight play do you want next” to finally commence. The Miami Heat continued to get unselfish play from Frank Gaines who chipped in with big baskets off the bench and the Miami Heat kept the lead and would never relinquish it. Towards the end of the game, it wasn´t one massive high light play that had fans with major topic material to converse about on the ride home, but three massive plays that keeps one wondering if it is early enough for the rookie to get a NBA training camp invite. The first highlight was when Drew found Johnson cutting to the hoop and finding him for the dunk as he floated to the hoop without problem. The second play, he wasn´t far from center court and he somehow riffled a bullet pass to Suggs for the easy hoop and the third play he found Hamilton back door for the easy connection. In the end, the Miami Heat advanced with a 96-87 win and next play Washington on Thursday. Miami was led by Justin Hamilton with 18 points. Tyler Honeycutt had a huge game with 11 points and 15 boards and Larry Drew had 10 points and 10 rebounds. The Clippers were led by Keith Benson with 18 points and Deandre Liggins with 14 points. The final stat line for Danilo Barthel was five points, one rebound, one block and one turnover on 2/3 shooting in 5.26 minutes.