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Contiguous and complete assemblies of Blastocystis gut microbiome-associated protists reveal evolutionary diversification to host ecology
1,7,8 1Gladstone Institute for Data Science and Biotechnology, Gladstone Institutes, San Francisco, California 94158, USA; 2School of Biological Sciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia 30332, USA; 3Department of Biology, Stanford University, Stanford, California 94305, USA; 4Department of Microbiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 60637, USA; 5Department of Genetics, Stanford University, Stanford, California 94305, USA; 6Department of Medicine (Hematology,...
2024 at Chinchilla Christian College
Chinchilla Christian College Principal Nathan McDonald I believe 2024 has been our best year yet at Chinchilla Christian College. We […]
Jordan shares gripping 2-in-1 visuals "Soul" & "Traveller Man"
Salford rapper Jordan has released a new set of visuals for his singles, "Soul" and "Traveller Man".
Valuation Sizzle: 9 Steps to Drive Investor Buy-In
Creating a sense of valuation momentum is the sizzle that investors focus on when evaluating early stage companies. As the old saying goes, “if you’re not building value you’re going backwards.” Sometimes it’s just as vexing to communicate the value than it is to generate the value! If considering a potential angel private equity round, here are nine keys that will pique investor interest in backing the deal: 1.
Time for a Turn
Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News It is remarkable how much the year 2020 has played out like 2019...at least for the precious metals. And now, with 2021 on the doorstep, it's time to begin looking ahead. As you certainly know, the last four months in COMEX gold and silver have been no fun at all. After peaking on August 6, the downtrend and consolidation has seen prices pull back 15% in COMEX gold and 25% in COMEX silver. This has been arduous and painful, but it is not at all uncommon.
Close to the Low in Gold and Silver? - Weekly Wrap Up
Close to the Low in Gold and Silver? - Weekly Wrap Up Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News November 21, 2020 An unsettled presidential election, the U.S. Senate up for grabs, and a Covid vaccine that may or may not be on the market soon… With so much uncertainty roiling the markets, what’s an investor to do? Former money manager and Sprott Money contributor David Brady sits down with host Craig Hemke to break down all the gold and silver news you need to see your way through the fog.
Ahead of December COMEX Deliveries
Ahead of December COMEX Deliveries Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News November 20, 2020 The year 2020 will be remembered for many things, not many of them good. However, we will also recall 2020 as the year the LBMA/COMEX consortium nearly failed, and then since that event in late March, it has also been the year when the CME Group, in a desperate attempt to maintain the legitimacy of their price discovery scheme, was forced to convert their COMEX into a physical delivery vehicle.
Election Day
Election Day Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News November 04, 2020 Well, the day of the U.S. election is finally here. I suppose I could write some sort of elaborate and detailed post about the stakes and the consequences, but what would be the point? The Keynesian train is headed for the cliff, regardless of who's playing engineer for the next four years. I'll just reiterate...
Easy Money, Low Interest Rates to Last for Years
Easy Money, Low Interest Rates to Last for Years Written by Nathan McDonald, Sprott Money News October 31, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has rocked the world, and a historic amount of money-printing has taken place everywhere as a result. This money has been dumped into the markets, given to individuals, and used to help keep businesses afloat while the forced lockdowns were put into place, greatly reducing consumer spending in many parts of the world.
2020 Is 82% Finished
2020 Is 82% Finished Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News October 29, 2020 That the year is five-sixths complete is reason alone to celebrate. Even if you don't usually party on New Year's Eve, I bet you will this year! The year 2020 has been a disaster on so many levels that it's almost impossible to summarize. However, one thing that has been a positive is the continued rally in the precious metals.
If You Can't Beat 'Em, Join 'Em
If You Can't Beat 'Em, Join 'Em Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News October 21, 2020 Suddenly it seems that nearly all of The Banks and Bullion Banks are raising price forecasts and rallying around the precious metals. Is this a good thing or a bad thing? That's the question, of course. Banks like Goldman Sachs have earned a reputation for leading their clients into taking the opposite side of whichever trade the firm prefers.
The Piper is Calling: A Sea of Debt, a World of Problems
The Piper is Calling: A Sea of Debt, a World of Problems Written by Nathan Mcdonald, Sprott Money News October 17, 2020 The world remains steadfast, tightly gripped in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is another calamity lying in wait, one that is sadly unavoidable at this point. The debt bomb is primed, set, and ready to go off, not just in the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom, but rather across the entire world.
Surviving Algo Hell
Surviving Algo Hell Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News October 14, 2020 So I guess this is how it works now. The dollar index rallies back to reclaim 50% of its losses from Friday, and this prompts enough HFT algo selling that we lose 100% of Friday's gains in the COMEX metals. As you know, I've been doing this for nearly ten years now. Over that time, I've seen all sorts of temporary HFT algo correlations that have driven me mad. There was the USDJPY link in 2014-2015.
Precious Metal Price Manipulation Continues
Precious Metal Price Manipulation Continues Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News October 08, 2020 Recent news of settlements and convictions regarding Bullion Bank precious metal price manipulation has led some to believe that the era of price rigging is over. Ummmm.....no. If you've missed some of the latest news, here's your chance to get caught up. Last week on these pages, we wrote a concise summary of the proven—and continuing—corruption. If you haven't read it yet, you should.
Directionless Market Awaits the FOMC
Directionless Market Awaits the FOMC Written by David Brady, Sprott Money News September 11, 2020 Let me start with an apology, because there is nothing really new to say this week. While we got the sharp move down in stocks with the expected bounce now under way and the opposite in the dollar, metals and miners have been basically going sideways. The best example of this is Gold: Lower highs and higher lows must come to some resolution one way or the other soon.
Ahead of the September FOMC
Ahead of the September FOMC Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News September 10, 2020 Next week brings the long-awaited September FOMC meeting. What is said and what is unsaid will have significant impacts on the short-term direction of COMEX gold and silver prices, so let's take some time today to speculate upon what may be coming. And "speculate" is precisely what we will do today, as there is no one anywhere who can accurately predict what the Fed will do next.
Why Next Year Promises Big Things for Gold and Silver
Why Next Year Promises Big Things for Gold and Silver - Weekly Wrap Up (Sep 4, 2020) Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News September 4, 2020 It’s been a frustrating, dull, no-fun week, but precious metals investors have a lot to look forward to in the next year. Host Craig Hemke and legendary investor Eric Sprott break down all the gold and silver news you need to see the bright future ahead.
COMEX EFP (Ab)Use Has Collapsed
COMEX EFP (Ab)Use Has Collapsed Written by Craig Hemke,Sprott Money News September 1, 2020 In a sure sign that the times have changed, the scam of "Exchanges For Physical" that The Bullion Banks have utilized for several years as a risk-free profit method appears to have finally collapsed. If you've been following along in these pages, then this surely is not "breaking news". We've written about the Bank abuse of EFPs on multiple occasions over the past three years.
COMEX Silver in September
COMEX Silver in September Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News August 25, 2020 As the "delivery month" of September nears for COMEX silver, let's take a look at where we stand and review again what it all means. This is a topic we've covered often thus far in 2020. Here at Sprott Money alone, I've written multiple articles detailing the breakdown of confidence at COMEX in late March and the lasting impact that has followed.
Warren Buffett Turns Positive on Gold, Negative on Banks - Nathan McDonald (August 21, 2020)
August 21, 2020 The writing is on the wall, and as I have written about numerous times, Central Banks are well aware of the necessity to move a significant portion of their reserves into gold bullion, which is exactly why they have been net positive buyers over the last couple of years. Central Banks have been steadily increasing their holdings while the rest of the masses foolishly ignored the safety of precious metals, even while the risks continued to mount all around them.
Real Rates Push Gold Higher
Real Rates Push Gold Higher Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News August 4, 2020 We've been writing about this for months, but with so many generalists still pushing the opinion that gold only moves as an inverse to the U.S. dollar, it's time to write about it again. As we often do, let's start with links to past articles on this topic so that you can get caught up and/or re-acquainted with the subject: • https://www.sprottmoney.com/Blog/real-rates-drive-...
Sustained Movement Means High Optimism for Gold and Silver Investors
Sustained Movement Means High Optimism for Gold and Silver Investors - Weekly Wrap Up Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News July 31, 2020 Despite a pullback this week, precious metals are wrapping up one heck of a month—and the future looks even better. How good will it get? Host Craig Hemke and legendary investor Eric Sprott break down all the gold and silver news you need to plan for the months ahead.
Extreme COMEX Delivery Demand Continues
Extreme COMEX Delivery Demand Continues Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News June 30, 2020 Demand for physical delivery through the COMEX futures market continues, and this has significant implications for the future of the current fractional reserve and digital derivative pricing scheme. It's now mid-summer and the July COMEX contracts have moved into their delivery phase. The numbers are as amazing as they are historic, thus this updated summary is necessary today.
U.S. Debt Is Growing Out of Control, Precious Metals Lagging Behind, but for How Long? - Nathan McDonald (June 19, 2020)
By Nathan McDonald Today 95 Views June 19, 2020 Without a doubt, gold and silver bullion have offered protection throughout the course of the COVID-19 crisis. They have helped people weather the storm and have stood their ground, unlike many other sectors of the economy.
Ask The Expert - Ronald-Peter Stöferle
Ask The Expert - Ronald-Peter Stöferle - June 2020 Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News June 17, 2020 Ronald-Peter Stöferle is Managing Partner and Fund manager at Incrementum AG, where he manages a fund that invests based on the principles of the Austrian School of Economics.
Bank EFP (Ab)Use Falls Sharply
Bank EFP (Ab)Use Falls Sharply Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News June 16, 2020 At Eric Sprott's urging, we've been monitoring the daily abuse of the Exchange For Physical process since late 2017. However, since late March, the daily totals have fallen off dramatically. Why? Again, the "Exchange For Physical" process is an arcane feature of the COMEX futures market that allows a party to exchange a contract for "physical metal" off-exchange, usually in London.
U.S. National Debt Blows Past $26 Trillion, Increases by $2 Trillion in Just Two Months
U.S. National Debt Blows Past $26 Trillion, Increases by $2 Trillion in Just Two Months Written by Nathan McDonald, Sprott Money News June 12, 2020 The good times must continue, the party must go on—and come hell or high water, that is exactly what governments around the world plan on making happen, no matter the long-term cost.
Clearing the COMEX Decks
Clearing the COMEX Decks Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News June 09, 2020 While not the only consideration in forecasting price, it's always important to note the current COMEX contract balance. As the FOMC meets again this week, let's look under the hood to see whether or not positions are at extremes versus recent history. As you know, this has already been a strong year for COMEX Digital Gold.
Get Used to It: COVID-19 Taxes Are Coming, Will Remain Indefinitely - Nathan McDonald (May 08, 2020)
By Nathan McDonald 2 days ago 3624 Views May 8, 2020 Governments do not produce and they do not create. At best they facilitate various services—and oftentimes very poorly when compared to the private sector. However, what governments do fantastically is collect and spend the resources that the private sector creates.
“What’s Normal?” The Need for Precious Metals in Uncertain Times - Weekly Wrap Up
“What’s Normal?” The Need for Precious Metals in Uncertain Times - Weekly Wrap Up Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News May 01, 2020 As April comes to a close, it’s time to look ahead to earnings season for the mining shares. How does the sector stack up to others? Host Craig Hemke and Eric Sprott talk about the recent price moves and break down all the gold and silver news you need as we head into May.
The Prospects for Physical Gold and Silver Have Never Been Better
The Prospects for Physical Gold and Silver Have Never Been Better Written by David Brady, Sprott Money News April 30, 2020 My primary method of trading and investing is based almost exclusively on applying the Mosaic Theory. In simple terms, this means taking seemingly disparate pieces of information, connecting the dots, and forming a cogent hypothesis for what’s ahead. In fact, I use this approach in almost everything I do. It’s like throwing mud at a wall and seeing what sticks.
Brighter Days for the Mining Shares
Brighter Days for the Mining Shares Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News April 28, 2020 In the annual forecast that we issued back in January, we wrote that "out-sized gains" would likely be coming for the mining shares in 2020. Well...so far, so good. Let's start as we often do, with a look back at some of the previous posts on this topic. First, here's a link to an interview on the TD Ameritrade Network that was recorded on December 18, 2019.
Crude Collapse Concerns COMEX Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News
Crude Collapse Concerns COMEX Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News April 21, 2020 After watching front month NYMEX crude oil futures collapse into negative pricing on Monday, you should be sure to consider the possibility of an exact opposite scenario playing out one day soon in COMEX gold futures. What happened Monday in NYMEX crude oil? It can be summarized this way: The May20 crude oil contract was scheduled to go off the board and into delivery on Tuesday, April 21.
COMEX Search & Seizure
COMEX Search & Seizure Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News April 14, 2020 hese are dark times for The Bullion Banks. Their Fractional Reserve and Digital Derivative Pricing Scheme is in great peril as refineries, miners, and mints all shut down in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Will these Banks be able to scrounge up enough physical metal to keep their scheme afloat through June? That remains an open question.
COMEX Gold EFP Use Surges - Craig Hemke
Comex Gold EFP Use Surges Written by Craig Hemke, Sprott Money News If you're a regular reader of these pages, you may recall that we've been documenting the ongoing fraud of "Exchanges For Physical" for the past several years. With trading volumes surging during these turbulent times, EFP use is surging again, too. Thus it's time for an update. Let's start as we often do with a list of links to previous posts on this subject.
The Repo Market Continues To Fester, Fed Considers Overhaul - Nathan McDonald (17/01/2020)
By Nathan McDonald All we have heard about for the past couple of weeks is the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran - and the dire outcomes that situation may lead to. And for good reason: it is a true threat to the stability of our global economy in the short to medium term, and sadly, many good, innocent people have already lost their lives. However, another sinister situation has continued to unfold behind the scenes, taking a backseat to the immediate threat at our doorstep.
Brexit Turmoil, Rate Cuts, Gold & Silver Strengthen - Nathan McDonald (25/10/2019)
By Nathan McDonald Today 140 Views October 25, 2019 Last week saw a softening in the price of both gold and silver bullion, as geopolitical risk was significantly curtailed due to the perceived success of the Brexit movement and reassuring housing data out of the United States. That was last week, and in this rapidly moving news cycle that means it is old news.
Gold and Silver are Destined to Move Higher, Silver to Outshine - Nathan McDonald (30/08/2019)
By Nathan McDonald Today 235 Views August 30, 2019 At the current time of writing, gold and silver are suffering under a renewed attack, with the former losing $16.54 (1.08%) throughout the trading day and the latter down by $0.20 (1.11%). Yet, this is not a time to despair, as both gold and silver are showing incredible resilience, adapting and adjusting to these difficult times, with gold holding solidly above the $1500 mark and silver smashing through the $18.00 per ounce level.
Strong Retail Numbers and a Divided Fed Send Markets Spinning - Nathan McDonald (23/08/2019)
By Nathan McDonald Today 103 Views August 23, 2019 The annual Jackson Hole, Wyoming Federal Reserve symposium began yesterday and markets, as expected, were a nervous wreck, gyrating and throwing their typical temper tantrums.
Inflation Rising: Consumer Goods Prices Increase by Most in Seven Years - Nathan McDonald (14/08/2019)
By Nathan McDonald Today 37 Views August 14, 2019 The trade wars are taking root, and finally the damage is starting to ripple through not only Wall Street, but Main Street as well, as inflation steadily ticks higher. This comes on the heels of a rate cut last month, in which one of the reasons given by the Federal Reserve was because they believe inflation was too low.
A Bloated Auto Sector Begins To Implode, Risking Contagion - Nathan McDonald (02/05/2019)
By Nathan McDonald In what is being taken as another sign of an incoming recession, auto sales across the board are down - and down significantly. Often used as a strong indicator of a healthy consumer economy, auto sales provide an early warning signal for economists and businesses hoping to forecast our unpredictable economic future. U.S. auto sales crashed by 6.1% throughout the month of April 2019 to 16.4 million units sold.
Structural and functional characterization of a modified legionaminic acid involved in glycosylation of a bacterial lipopolysaccharide
Structural and functional characterization of a modified legionaminic acid involved in glycosylation of a bacterial lipopolysaccharide Nathan D. McDonald‡12, Kristen E. DeMeester§2, Amanda L. Lewis¶, Catherine Leimkuhler Grimes‡,§ and E.
Structural and functional characterization of a modified legionaminic acid involved in glycosylation of a bacterial lipopolysaccharide
Nonulosonic acids (NulOs) are a diverse family of α-keto acid carbohydrates present across all branches of life. Bacteria biosynthesize NulOs among which are several related prokaryotic-specific isomers and one of which N-acetylneuraminic acid (sialic acid), is common among all vertebrates. Bacteria display various NulO carbohydrates on lipopolysaccharide (LPS), and the identities of these molecules tune host-pathogen recognition mechanisms.
Structural and functional characterization of a modified legionaminic acid involved in glycosylation of a bacterial lipopolysaccharide
Structural and functional characterization of a modified legionaminic acid involved in glycosylation of a bacterial lipopolysaccharide Nathan D McDonald1, Kristen E DeMeester2, Amanda L Lewis3, Catherine Leimkuhler Grimes2 and E Fidelma Boyd1* 1Biological Sciences, University of Delaware, United States 2University of Delaware, United States 3Washington University School of Medicine ↵* Corresponding author; email: fboyd{at}udel.edu Author contributions: N.D.M., A.L.L., C.L.G., and E.F.B....
Russia Buys Gold Hand Over Fist, As the United States Tears Itself Apart | Zero Hedge
Written by Nathan McDonald, Sprott Money News For as long as I have been writing about precious metals, I have written about the ongoing, unfolding disaster that Western countries are willingly partaking in. The wholesale destruction of their economic foundation and the dis-hoarding of their vital gold reserves.
Collecting Your Thoughts and Harvesting Your Mind, The Corruption of Big Tech is Finally Exposed - Nathan McDonald (29/03/2018)
Collecting Your Thoughts and Harvesting Your Mind, The Corruption of Big Tech is Finally Exposed - Nathan McDonald (29/03/2018) There is a war going on for your data, your wallet and ultimately your mind. This war has been campaigned stealthily, unbeknownst to all but the most informed and alert individuals. For anyone paying attention, you could see the draconian landscape unfolding. Major tech firms have been passively harvesting your data without your explicit permission.
Pearland native serves aboard Navy’s newest carrier - Your Houston News: Living
A Navy aviation support equipment technician is responsible for preserving and maintaining diesel hydraulic and pneumatic systems. “Our rate is a tight knit community that takes care of each other,” said Graham-Weems. Named after the 38th president, Gerald Rudolph Ford Jr., the Ford-class aircraft carrier is 1,092 feet long and hosts a wide array of quality of life improvements and state-of-the-art upgrades from a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier.
UBS Warns of a 30% Correction in Stocks, Shockingly Says, “Buy Gold!” - Nathan McDonald
UBS Warns of a 30% Correction in Stocks, Shockingly Says, “Buy Gold!” - Nathan McDonald We've been writing about it for months, we've been talking about it – we in the precious metals community can feel it in our bones. A bear market or outright crash is coming and it is coming soon. The Santa Claus rally that the markets experience throughout the month of December is already wearing off and the market is beginning to get the jitters. Investors are worried and rightly so.
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