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Observations of Mammalian Predation on Pacific Sleeper Sharks in Southeast Alaska
The Pacific sleeper shark (Somniosus pacificus, Figure 1) is a large bodied shark species that is relatively common in nearshore, high latitude waters. The species is widely distributed across the North Pacific Ocean with reported occurrences extending into the South Pacific and Southern Oceans (Claassens et al. 2023, Matta et al. 2024, Rigby et al. 2021, Tian et al. 2024).
From Alligator Point to Dante, dive into world of literary ephemera
On a breezy, overcast day in June, I drove down to Alligator Point to chat with John Gholston Moran about his new publication, The Panacea Review.
X-chromosome inactivation draws L1 mutagenesis to the human X chromosome
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Editor’s summary Structured Abstract Abstract Supplementary Materials References and Notes Information & Authors Metrics & Citations Check Access References Figures Tables Media Share Editor’s summary The human X chromosome is exceptionally rich in L1 retrotransposons. These mobile DNA sequences have long been hypothesized to aid X-chromosome inactivation (XCI), which ensures that X-chromosome genes are expressed equally in XX and XY individuals. de los Rios Barreda et al.
By Tianyu Zhu, Thomas Cottle, Anna M. Puszynska, Maria E. Ferreiro, Natasha Jansz, Charles Bell, Juan M Botto, Trung Nguyen, Trung Nguyễn, Barun Pradhan, Ana Colomer-Boronat, Diane A. Flasch, Sabrina M. Gericke, Thomas Wilson, Adam Ewing, Sara R. Heras, Francisco J. Sanchez-Luque, Ryan Lister, John Moran, Geoffrey J. Faulkner, Minchun Chen
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The Decline of Humpback Whales in Prince William Sound, Alaska, Following the 2014–2016 Northeast Pacific Marine Heatwave
In the early 1970s, all populations of humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) were listed as endangered under the US Endangered Species Conservation Act of 1969 (Public Law 91-135, n.d.) and the Endangered Species Act in 1973 (Public Law 93-205, n.d.). Three decades later in 2006, the humpback whale population in the North Pacific Ocean had increased from approximately 1200–1400 (Johnson and Wolman 1984) to at least 21,000 individuals (Barlow et al.
Critters on campus: Chipmunk
Tamis striatus — the eastern chipmunk – is a tiny rodent found in the eastern half of the North American continent and in magical corners all around campus at the University of Rhode Island. These resourceful omnivores are known for their intricate underground burrow systems, where they hide and store food. Chipmunks live in their burrows alone, only interacting with others during mating season. Chipmunks are masters of finding and reaching cover.
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BUTTING HEADS: EAGLES VS. CHIEFS
They are inevitable. They are the Kansas City Chiefs. The first team in the National Football League’s history to win back-to-back Super Bowls and make it to the next one, they have a chance to do the first ‘three-peat’ in the Super Bowl era. They are already the undisputed greatest NFL football dynasty ever. And who’s gonna stop them? Head Coach Nick Sirianni’s merry band of misfit men?
Mishnock brings the Barn to URI
Forty-five University of Rhode Island students saddled up for a line dancing event in the Memorial Union Ballroom on Monday, Nov. 25th. The event was put on by the Office of Student Involvement and line dance instructor Steve Dessert from Mishnock Barn who led students through several routines. Dessert demonstrated each section of a dance step-by-step, slowly putting the routine together for the line dancers to learn.
Federal Circuit Focuses On POV Camera Technology In Latest Patent Eligibility Opinion
In Contour IP Holding LLC v. GoPro, Inc., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed a summary judgment in which the asserted patents were directed to an abstract idea and, thus, patent-ineligible.
Federal Circuit Focuses on POV Camera Technology in Latest Patent Eligibility Opinion
In Contour IP Holding LLC v. GoPro, Inc., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed a summary judgment in which the asserted patents were directed to an abstract idea and, thus, patent-ineligible.
Mapping recurrent mosaic copy number variation in human neurons - Nature Communications
Abstract When somatic cells acquire complex karyotypes, they often are removed by the immune system. Mutant somatic cells that evade immune surveillance can lead to cancer. Neurons with complex karyotypes arise during neurotypical brain development, but neurons are almost never the origin of brain cancers. Instead, somatic mutations in neurons can bring about neurodevelopmental disorders, and contribute to the polygenic landscape of neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disease.
Students crowd quad in near-totality for solar eclipse
On Monday, April 8, more than 800 University of Rhode Island students took over the quadrangle to watch a nearly 90% total solar eclipse. A solar eclipse is an uncommon astronomical event where the moon’s shadow covers the sun. Many people in the country may remember the last major solar eclipse that happened in 2017.
URI professor receives $150,000 fellowship to begin sea research, improving ecosystems
University of Rhode Island professor Emi Uchida was awarded a $150,000 Pew Marine Fellowship this year, to head a research program studying mangrove and seagrass ecosystems and their social impacts in Indonesia. The Pew Organization is a nonprofit and non-government affiliated organization that funds different research projects around the world based in the United States. Uchida was awarded the fellowship among a global community of applicants.
Forensic seminar delivers insights on evolving world of national security
Federal Consultant Colin O’Hara shared his experience and expressed the importance of his work in national security on Friday at the Beaupre Center for Chemical and Forensic Sciences. O’Hara made several disclaimers and omitted parts of his history and job description. As a government consultant, he works with several domestic and international organizations on issues of national security.
Toxic algae, invasive plants uncovered in South Kingstown Lake
Potentially harmful blue-green algae and an invasive aquatic plant have been found in South Kingston’s Indian Lake, a spring and summer recreation destination. Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, is a single-celled photosynthetic organism that is capable of producing toxins in certain conditions. Sometimes blue-green algae “blooms” or experiences accelerated growth. These blooms can have several harmful environmental effects.
Princeton professor discusses future of AI, friend or foe?
Princeton professor Ruha Benjamin spoke on the importance of intersectionality in all aspects of technology with a focus on artificial intelligence at the University of Rhode Island on Thursday, Feb. 22. The recent surge in the accessibility, strength and use of generative AI has caused concern and excitement alike among different sections of academia and the general public, Benjamin said. She also mentioned that the future of AI will be determined by us in the coming years.
Prospective professor details watershed research
On Monday, Adam Wymore, a research assistant from the University of New Hampshire talked about his work involving dissolved organic nitrogen and how he completed the total dissolved nitrogen ternary diagram. A ternary diagram is a graph that compares three variables to each other. Wymore’s research completes this three way comparison by adding dissolved organic nitrogen data to the already understood relationship between Nitrate and Ammonia.
Cyber and Digital Law Insight: Part 1: Online tracking technologies
While many Australians are becoming increasingly familiar with the emerging cyber landscape, less are likely aware of the legal and ethical dilemmas associated with online tracking technologies. Until recently, online tracking technologies (‘OTTs’) were mainly unheard of and limited in their ability to share, collect, and disseminate user information from online browsing.
Securing the Future: Highlights from Australia's 2023-2030 Cyber Security Strategy
Yesterday the Australian Government (Government) released the 2023 – 2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy (the Strategy). The Government has dedicated $587 million to fund the Strategy, which aims to make Australia a world leader in cyber security by 2030. The Strategy comprises 6 key ‘cyber shields’ intended to help defend citizens and businesses from cyber threats.
Genomic data resources of the Brain Somatic Mosaicism Network for neuropsychiatric diseases - Scientific Data
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Abstract Somatic mosaicism is defined as an occurrence of two or more populations of cells having genomic sequences differing at given loci in an individual who is derived from a single zygote. It is a characteristic of multicellular organisms that plays a crucial role in normal development and disease.
By Yeongjun Jang, Taejeong Bae, Attila Jones, Joo Heon Shin, Xiaoxu Yang, Schahram Akbarian, Fred Gage, Jeffrey M Kidd, Michael McConnell, Michael Mcconnell, John Moran, Peter J. Park, Nenad Sestan, Alexander E. Urban, Flora M. Vaccarino, Christopher Walsh, Daniel R. Weinberger, Alexej Abyzov, McKinzie A. Garrison, BSMN Consortium
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The 3 Best Ways To Add Muscle When You’re A Senior Citizen
Growing older doesn’t mean you have to gain weight and lose your strength. In fact, building muscle as a senior citizen can be both rewarding and beneficial for your health. Having strong muscles as we grow older is more important than many people realize. Strong muscles help protect our bones. This can lower the chances of breaks and fractures. It’s a myth that age prevents people from building muscle. But it’s never too late to work towards a stronger, healthier you.
Five Ways to Empower Educators through Instructional Coaching
5.6K Have you heard the statement that educators are 99% likely to transfer to practice when professional development elements are combined with instructional coaching (Joyce and Showers, 2002)? In our experience in Northside ISD Academic Technology, we have found that coaching makes an impact on student outcomes, and more importantly, builds teacher efficacy. Let’s take a look at five ways coaches can empower educators.
How to Keep Mentally Well in Old Age
The cells which make up your brain can degenerate over time if you don’t use them. Worse, the loneliness and isolation elderly people experience can make their mental health decline. If you do not take care of your own mental health, you increase the risks of suffering degenerative brain diseases. Practicing self-care into old age is essential to nurture your own wellbeing and prevent you from suffering through boredom. Why your brain degenerates in old age? Your brain shrinks as you get older.
Aerospike Expands Community Leadership and Enterprise Original
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aerospike, Inc., the real-time data platform leader, today released expanded functionality and engineering support for the Spring Framework (Spring), the extremely popular application framework for Java applications. Spring Data Aerospike now supports the latest version of Spring Data 3, Reactive Repositories, and Projections to maximize performance and efficiency of Spring Boot applications.
GOUSA's OppScore® Winners Include Rubio, Vance, Lawler, DeSantis, Lombardo, and Many Others
GOUSA OppScore Winners Rubio, Luna, Lawler and Vance GOUSA's OppScore® Winners Include Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Michael Lawler, Ron DeSantis, Joe Lombardo, and Many Other Midterm Election Winners GOUSA is happy to announce the victories of many great Pro-USA candidates who won their elections on November 8th with the help of their impressive OppScores” — John Paul Moran BOSTON, MA, USA, December 1, 2022 / EINPresswire.com/ -- Grand Opportunity USA, or “GOUSA®”, a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization...
OppScore® Nonpartisan Political Credit Ratings and Debates for Federal Races Performing for Candidates
GOUSA's John Paul Moran Interviews Mark Robertson, GOP Candidate for Congress NV-01, for the OppScore Debate GOUSA's OppScore® Nonpartisan Political Credit Ratings and Debates for Federal Races are Performing Well for Candidates Ahead of Election Day It’s not Left vs Right or Red vs Blue – really, it’s THEM vs.
Nonpartisan Political Credit Ratings Released for Key Races Across America from the OppScore® by GOUSA
Examples of GOUSA's OppScore Political Credit Ratings GOUSA, a national nonpartisan nonprofit organization, has released its Political Credit Ratings for Key Races Across America with the OppScore® It’s not Left vs Right or Red vs Blue – really, it’s THEM vs.
Democrat Seth Moulton Refuses to Debate Republican Opponent for Congress Bob May
GOUSA's John Paul Moran Challenges Seth Moulton to Join a Debate Democrat Seth Moulton Refuses to Debate Republican Opponent for Congress, Bob May, for GOUSA's "OppScore® Debates: WITH or WITHOUT the Candidates" The public pays the price when their elected officials act in such an irresponsible way and refuse to debate their opponents for office.” — John Paul Moran NEWBURYPORT, MASSACHUSETTS, USA, October 19, 2022 / EINPresswire.com/ -- Grand Opportunity USA, or “GOUSA®”, a 501(c)4 nonprofit...
GOUSA® Hosting “OppScore® Debates: WITH or WITHOUT the Candidates” for Key Midterm Races
OppScore Debates: With or Without the Candidates! GOUSA® Hosting “OppScore® Debates: WITH or WITHOUT the Candidates” for Key Midterm Races - WITH or WITHOUT the Candidates! Before the Midterm Elections.
GOUSA Hosting Rally in DC: “STOP the TYRANTS & UNITE for FREEDOM” – Will Ask for Resignation of Biden & Harris
GOUSA®, a nonprofit headquartered in Boston, MA is hosting a public rally in Washington, DC in support of liberty while opposing government tyranny in America.
Tufin comments on new UK government telecoms regulations
September 2022 by John Moran, Technical Director, Business Development at Tufin Tufin comments on new UK government telecoms regulations from John Moran, Technical Director, Business Development at Tufin, the global leader in security policy: “Regulations such as the Electronic Communications (Security) Measures Regulations are often viewed as placing an undue burden on regulated entities.
Psychedelics Therapy
The compound in psychedelic mushrooms helped heavy drinkers cut back or quit entirely in the most rigorous test of psilocybin for alcoholism. The study was published Wednesday in JAMA Psychiatry. More research is needed to see if the effect lasts. The study involved 93 patients who took either psilocybin or a dummy medicine. They received two such sessions, one month apart. All patients also received 12 sessions of talk therapy and were followed for eight months.
4 Ways To Keep Loved Ones Close After They're Gone
Losing someone you love can cause grief that may feel like it will never leave you. When someone special to you dies, keeping them close to your heart will be the most important thing to you and will help you to deal with your grief and feel comforted. But how can you feel close to someone who you know is already gone, when you already feel so alone? Here are four ways that you can remember and honour your lost loved ones.
GOUSA’s Moran Speaks Out Against Walt Disney World’s Politics in Orlando, Florida
GOUSA's John Paul Moran in front of the Disney Sign in Orlando John Paul Moran from GOUSA travels to Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL to support Gov.
Hearing Loss: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Prevention
Hearing loss refers to loss of the ability to hear, and it can happen in either one or both of the ears. It ranges in severity from person to person and can be caused by a variety of different things. Loss of hearing or deafness affects around 5% of the global population, and it can severely impact a person’s quality of life. Depending on the cause, there are treatments and hearing aids available to help those with hearing loss.
The 4 best ways to enjoy your life when you retire
Most people focus on boosting retirement funds when they retire to have insurance that their money will last. This is very important but it shouldn’t cancel out many of the other things that will directly impact your quality of life. It can be such a mad dash to retirement that not enough thought is put into what you’re going to do to make sure that you enjoy your twilight years. Quality of life doesn’t just depend on money. It depends on health, social life, and keeping the mind alert and active.
The Most Common Injuries You Might Experience as a Senior
Ageing comes with several health challenges, which eventually affect mobility and cognition. With lower mobility and memory, seniors become highly vulnerable to accidents, leading to injuries, compromising their health and safety. So, as a caregiver to a senior family member, you should put adequate measures to protect your loved ones from common injuries and accidents. Look for measures that keep them healthy and safe.
Federal Circuit: Characterization of an Invention Must Reflect the Claimed Invention | JD Supra
In Mentone Solutions LLC v. Digi International Inc., 2021 WL 5291802 (Fed. Cir. Nov. 15, 2021) the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware and former Chief Judge Leonard Stark, who had found U.S. Patent No. 6,952,413 invalid under 35 U.S.C. §101.
Federal Circuit: Characterization Of An Invention Must Reflect The Claimed Invention
United States: Federal Circuit: Characterization Of An Invention Must Reflect The Claimed Invention 24 February 2022 Holland & Knight Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. In Mentone Solutions LLC v. Digi International Inc., 2021 WL 5291802 (Fed. Cir. Nov.
Hospital‐acquired complications: the relative importance of hospital‐ and patient‐related factors
The known: Hospital‐acquired complications are frequent events, and variation in rates between hospitals is often interpreted as indicating differences in quality of health care, despite the complex interactions between hospital‐ and patient‐related factors. The new: During 2015–2018, hospital‐acquired complications were reported for 9.7% of major hospital episodes in South Australia and Victoria.
Youngkin Beats McAuliffe via the OppScore®, GOUSA’s Political Credit Rating - Youngkin Wins Race for VA Governor
Youngkin Beats McAuliffe via GOUSA's OppScore® Younkin easily bests McAuliffe with a Pro-Opportunity OppScore of +4.2 vs. McAuliffe’s poor Anti-Opportunity OppScore of (negative) -1.6 – and went on to win.
Southern District of New York: Digital Mapping Patent Fails Under Section 101 | JD Supra
Disclosure: Holland & Knight LLP, including the authors of this blog post, represents Polar Electro in the litigation described below. In the case of Jewel Pathway LLC v. Polar Electro Inc., No. 20 CIV. 4108 (ER), 2021 WL 3621885, (S.D.N.Y. Aug. 16, 2021), Jewel Pathway LLC (Jewel) sued Polar Electro asserting U.S. Patent No. 8,818,711 ('711 Patent), which was entitled to 3D Path Analysis for Environmental Modeling.
Australian government flags personal liability for directors for cyber incidents
By John Moran and Kate Boomer, Clyde & Co on July 15, 2021 Credit: Shutterstock/Foxeel The political focus on cybersecurity continues, with the Australian government on 13 July publishing a discussion paper on Australia’s cybersecurity regulation and incentives. While the paper canvases a range of initiatives, there is a clear focus on the role of directors and officers in preventing cyber incidents. What are directors’ and officers’ current exposures to cyber risks?
Ransomware payment reporting framework - Will this make Australia a less attractive target for ‘big game’ hunter cyber criminals? | Lexology
Ransomware risk is costing economies billions of dollars, at a time when economic recovery needs it least. On 21 June 2021, Labor politician Tim Watts introduced the private members Ransomware Payments Bill 2021 (Cth) (the Bill) into Parliament. If implemented, the Bill will impose reporting obligations on certain entities looking to pay cyber criminals ransom demands following a ransomware attack, with penalties for non-compliance.
U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Clarify False Claims Act Falsity Standard | JD Supra
The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to address a circuit split regarding the standard for establishing that a statement material to a claim for payment is false under the False Claims Act (FCA); specifically, whether the FCA requires pleading and proof of an “objectively false statement,” or whether liability can be based on allegedly false opinions.
U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Clarify False Claims Act Falsity Standard
The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to address a circuit split regarding the standard for establishing that a statement material to a claim for payment is false under the False Claims Act (FCA); specifically, whether the FCA requires pleading and proof of an “objectively false statement,” or whether liability can be based on allegedly false opinions.
SEC Announces a New Climate and ESG Task Force
Yesterday, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a new “Climate and ESG Task Force” to be housed within its Division of Enforcement and to be led by Acting Deputy Director of Enforcement Kelly L. Gibson. Ms. Gibson has served in the SEC’s Philadelphia Regional Office since 2008. She was promoted to Director of that office in February 2020 and named Acting Deputy Director of the Division of Enforcement on February 5, 2021.
Kitchen Things You Never Knew You Needed
Photo by Sidekix Media on Unsplash Whether you're a bachelor moving into an apartment for the first time, or you are merely hoping to make your kitchen a bit more functional, these kitchen must-haves are items that every kitchen needs. Sharpening Stone Otherwise known as a whetstone, a sharpening stone is an essential kitchen item that not many kitchens have.
4 fabulous ways to freshen up your home in 2021
Is the home you once loved and adored starting to annoy you? Is it not as homely as it used to be, or perhaps you feel that it's becoming a little dated, run-down, or bland? Whatever the reason, freshening it up a little could make a big difference to how it looks and how it makes you feel. Here are four fabulous ways to fresh up your home in 2021. A fresh coat of paint Over time your walls can start to become dull and look a little lifeless.
Nebulised heparin for patients with or at risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome: a multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 trial
Summary Background Mechanical ventilation in intensive care for 48 h or longer is associated with the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), which might be present at the time ventilatory support is instituted or develop afterwards, predominantly during the first 5 days. Survivors of prolonged mechanical ventilation and ARDS are at risk of considerably impaired physical function that can persist for years.
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