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text:
\section{Introduction}
\label{sec:introduction}

Magnetospheres on compact objects act as mediators through which
rotational energy are extracted from the objects to accelerate
charged particles and produce multi-band emission. Well within the
light cylinder (LC), the plasma-filled magnetosphere on a pulsar is
assumed to be force-free at large scales
\citep{1969ApJ...157..869G}, except in some small gaps where the
component of the electric field parallel to the magnetic field line
is not sufficiently screened \cite{1982RvMP...54....1M}. In the
force-freeness violated gaps, charged particles will be accelerated
by the parallel electric fields along magnetic field lines, which
will produce copious screening charges via the pair cascade
processes
\citep{1975ApJ...196...51R,1979ApJ...231..854A,1998ApJ...508..328H,
2000ApJ...532.1150Z,2001ApJ...560..871H,2017JApA...38...52M} to keep
the magnetosphere force-free.

In this work, we consider the dynamical process in the force-free
magnetosphere when its background spacetime varies due to the
passage of a gravitational wave (GW) from a nearby source. Though
the GWs are quite weak away from the sources, the effects of GWs on
magnetospheres may be compensated by the fact that the magnetic
fields on neutron stars are very strong, even reaching $10^{15}$
Gauss for magnetars. On a time-varying spacetime, the force-free
condition as well as Maxwell's equations for the original
magnetosphere will be slightly violated. The plasma-filled
magnetosphere tends to evolve into new force-free states. During the
process, part of the energy stored in the magnetosphere is triggered
to be released by the GW, via various mechanisms.

Based on some simple analysis, we estimate the energy released
during the process. We show that the energy is comparable to or even
larger than that of the pulsar low energy emission as the pulsar is
close enough to the source. This may provide an alternative
detecting signal for the GW, which is in spirit similar to the
method discussed in \citet{2018arXiv180400453D}. Even when the GW
sources are far away from us, we can detect them from the
observation of the timing and emission variability of a pulsar
located closed to the GW source.

This situation may exist in globular clusters with dense stars. In
the clusters, the distance between stars is short and is typically 1
light year (even shorter near their cores). In particular,
hierarchical triple-star systems can form frequently via
binary-binary encounters in the globular clusters
\citep{2016ApJ...816...65A}. Our discussion here is mostly relevant
to a hierarchical triple system in which a pulsar obits around a
close inner binary. As the binary is in the final stage of merger,
GW will be radiated and the pulsar magnetosphere will be perturbed.
Actually, a triple system involving a pulsar has been identified by
\citet{2014Natur.505..520R} (though the pulsar is in the inner
binary). Interestingly, it is long realised that, in a triple
system, the formation
\citep{2010ApJ...717..948I,2013MNRAS.431.2155N,2016ApJ...822L..24N}
and merger
\citep{2000ApJ...528L..17P,2016ApJ...816...65A,2017ApJ...836...39S}
of binaries can be enhanced via interactions with the outer
companion.

The pulsars, especially magnetars, are usually thought to be related
to the origin of the mysterious fast radio bursts (FRBs)
\citep{2007Sci...318..777L,2013Sci...341...53T,2016Natur.531..202S}
in many models proposed so far, though they encounter various
problems \citep{2018arXiv180603628P}. In some of the models, FRBs
arise from energy release and emission processes in pulsar
magnetospheres disturbed by eternal materials or sources
\citep{2014A&A...569A..86M,2015ApJ...809...24G,2016ApJ...822L...7W,
2017ApJ...836L..32Z,2017A&A...598A..88Z}. Here, we examine the
possibility of interpreting FRBs as energy release phenomena from
pulsar magnetospheres perturbed by GWs by comparing the energy
scales. The model has an attractive feature that the pulsar system
will not be contaminated, with nothing left behind, after the GW
passes through the magnetosphere.

\section{Electrodynamics in the deformed magnetosphere}
\label{sec:electrodynamics}

The plasma-filled magnetospheres of pulsars are usually assumed to
be force-free, with the inertia of plasma ignored:
\begin{equation}
 J^\mu F_{\mu\nu}=0,
\end{equation}
where $J^\mu$ is the 4-current. The spatial components of the
equation reads:
$\rho_e\textbf{E}+(1/c)\textbf{j}\times\textbf{B}=0$, i.e., the
Lorentz force on charges vanishes. This means that the electric
field must be perpendicular to the magnetic field everywhere in the
force-free magnetosphere:
\begin{equation}
 \textbf{E}\cdot\textbf{B}=0.
\end{equation}
The charge and current densities are given by Maxwell's equations:
\begin{equation}\label{e:Maxwellseq}
 \nabla\cdot\textbf{E}=4\pi\rho_e,
\textrm{ }\textrm{ }\textrm{ }
c\nabla\times\textbf{B}-\mathbf{\dot{E}}=4\pi\textbf{j}
\end{equation}

The associated spacetime metric to the above equations is generally
$g_{\mu\nu}$. For pulsar magnetospheres, we simply adopt flat
spacetime with $g_{\mu\nu}=\eta_{\mu\nu}$, as usually done in most
simplified pulsar models \footnote{Though the general relativistic
effects should be non-negligible near the neutron star
\citep{1992MNRAS.255...61M,1998ApJ...508..328H,2001MNRAS.322..723R},
this will make no significant difference in the results of our
discussion here since we are interested in the perturbed dynamics of
the magnetosphere caused by the GW, instead of the unperturbed part.
}. In the stationary and axisymmetric case, the electric field
induced by the rotation of the magnetic field is explicitly
expressed as
\begin{equation}\label{e:indE}
 \textbf{E}=-\frac{\textbf{v}}{c}\times\textbf{B},
\end{equation}
where $\textbf{v}=\bf{\Omega}\times\textbf{r}+\kappa\textbf{B}$. We
focus on the inner region well within the light cylinder (LC) where
the electromagnetic fields are strong. In this region, the current
parallel to the magnetic field lines is negligible and the
electromagnetic fields corotates with the star, i.e., the fields are
purely poloidal with no toroidal component.

The energy density of the magnetosphere is electromagnetically
dominated. It is
\begin{equation}
 \varepsilon=\varepsilon_E+\varepsilon_B,
\end{equation}
where
\begin{equation}
 \varepsilon_E=\frac{E^2}{8\pi}, \textrm{ }\textrm{ }\textrm{ }
\varepsilon_B=\frac{B^2}{8\pi}.
\end{equation}

Now let us consider the case in which a GW passes through the
magnetosphere system so that the background spacetime changes with
time, with the metric becoming
$g_{\mu\nu}=\eta_{\mu\nu}+h_{\mu\nu}$. It is easy to infer that
Maxwell's equations and the force-free equation in flat spacetime
are generally not satisfied in the varying spacetime. The system is
now time dependent and tries to evolve to restore new balanced
force-free states. The geometry of the field lines is deformed, and
the charge and current densities will redistribute in response to
the variability of the spacetime. Since the magnetosphere is
plasma-filled, the magnetosphere can quickly evolve into new
force-free states as the spacetime varies.

As the spacetime is perturbed, the energy density of the
electromagnetic system should change accordingly. The general form
of the change can be given by the energy-momentum tensor and is
spacetime dependent. Here, we just make an estimation of the scale
by doing some simple analysis. Let us consider the magnetosphere
penetrated by a GW whose propagation direction is along the $z$
coordinate and is perpendicular to the rotation axis of the
magnetosphere. Under the transverse-traceless (TT) gauge, the
quadrupole GW is decomposed into two polarisation directions along
the $x,y$ coordinates that are perpendicular to $z$. Accordingly,
the poloidal electromagnetic fields can also be decomposed in the
two directions. Then, in the linear order, the energy densities vary
as
\begin{equation}
 \delta\varepsilon_E=\frac{1}{8\pi}[h_+(E_x^2-E_y^2)+2h_\times E_xE_y],
\end{equation}
\begin{equation}
 \delta\varepsilon_B=\frac{1}{8\pi}[h_+(B_y^2-B_x^2)-2h_\times B_xB_y].
\end{equation}
Here, we ignore the rotational effect since we simply take the
varying energy densities as being on a similar scale for all slices.
Moreover, we are more interested in pulsars with strong magnetic
fields, which usually have long periods (e.g., longer than $\sim$
0.1 s), much longer than those of GWs from binary mergers (e.g.,
$\sim$ milliseconds for the observed GW events so far).

The axisymmetric magnetosphere can be viewed as being composed of
identical slices along the toroidal direction parameterized by the
toroidal angle $\phi$. On the two slices that are perpendicular to
the GW propagation direction $z$ (set to be at $\phi=0,\pi$), the
component electromagnetic fields satisfy $E^2=E_x^2+E_y^2$ and
$B^2=B_x^2+B_y^2$. When $E_x\sim E_y\sim E/\sqrt{2}$,
$\delta\varepsilon_E\sim h_\times \varepsilon_E$, and when $E_x\sim E$
or $E_y\sim E$, $\delta\varepsilon_E\sim \pm h_+ \varepsilon_E$. The
situation is similar for $\delta\varepsilon_B$. So we can simply take
\begin{equation}\label{e:appenden}
 \delta\varepsilon=\delta\varepsilon_E+\delta\varepsilon_B\sim h(\varepsilon_E
+\varepsilon_B).
\end{equation}
On other slices at $\phi\neq0,\pi$, the perturbed energy densities
are somewhat different, but should be of the similar scales.

These varying energy densities are those observed by asymptotic
observers. They are not necessarily dissipated or released during
the GW perturbation process. In what follows, we show that part of
the varying energy can indeed be transformed to the plasma in the
magnetosphere.

\section{The energy release mechanisms}
\label{sec:mechanisms}

In this section, we investigate the release processes of the
electromagnetic fields on the slices at $\phi=0,\pi$. It is
straightforward to extend the discussion to the cases on other
slices.

It is known that the relative distance change induced by the GW is
of the scale: $\delta L/L=h/2$. For the centered dipole
magnetosphere, we can estimate that the angular change $\alpha$ of the
field lines with respect to the center of the star should be $\sim
\delta L/L$, i.e.,
\begin{equation}
 \alpha\sim \frac{h}{2}.
\end{equation}
In the inner region of the magnetosphere, we can simply think that
this angular change is comparable with the change of the poloidal
angle $\theta$ of the magnetic field lines: $\alpha\sim\delta\theta$.

\subsection{The emergence of parallel electric fields}

In the force-free magnetosphere, the electric and magnetic fields
are originally perpendicular to each other. As the spacetime is
perturbed by the GW, the relative angle between the electric and
magnetic field lines is $2\alpha$ different from $\pi/2$. Thus, there
emerges a non-vanishing component of the electric field along the
magnetic field line, which is of the scale:
\begin{equation}
 E_{\|}=E\sin(2\alpha)\sim hE.
\end{equation}

The charges on the magnetic field lines should be accelerated by
this parallel electric field. This point is easily seen in the local
flat frame. In a general spacetime that is relevant here, we can
always find a local Minkowski spacetime in the neighborhood of any
point. In the local frame, an observer at the point can see that the
angle between the electric and magnetic fields around will be
changed when the background spacetime is perturbed. Applying the
laws in flat spacetime, it is easy to know that, in the local flat
frame, the charges at the point should be accelerated by the
electric field parallel to the magnetic field line.

The acceleration process should be efficient under particular
conditions. Let us consider the ideal case in which a test electron
is accelerated by this emerging parallel electric field. For
$h\sim10^{-10}$ and $E\sim10^{11}$ V/m, the electron can be
accelerated to the relativistic speed with the Lorentz factor
$\gamma=eE_{\|}\delta t/m_e c\sim5.8$ in a timescale $\delta t\sim10^{-3}$
s. For an electron-positron pair, this is sufficient to cause them
to be separated by a distance of $\sim100$ km.

Of course, this is not the case in a real magnetosphere because the
magnetosphere is filled with plasma, with a density that is even
much more larger than the one needed to sustain the force-freeness
of the magnetosphere
\citep{1975ApJ...196...51R,2017JApA...38...52M}. The emerging
$E_{\|}$ (very small compared with $E$) will be quickly screened by
the collection of particle pairs on the conducting magnetic field
lines. During the process, its energy will be all transferred to the
acceleration of the charged particles. The released energy is
\begin{equation}
 (\mathcal{L}_E)_{\|}=\frac{E_{\|}^2}{8\pi}\sim h^2
\varepsilon_E.
\end{equation}

\subsection{The emergence of toroidal magnetic fields}

As seen from an observer corotating with the magnetic field line,
its projected distance to the rotation axis varies as the GW passes.
From Eq.\ (\ref{e:indE}), this means that the electric field induced
from the rotation of the magnetic field should vary accordingly
under the force-free condition. In the flat spacetime, the electric
field is given by the equation (\ref{e:indE}): $E=x\Omega B$, with
$x=r\sin\theta$. When the spacetime is perturbed, the distance $x$
changes by $\delta x$. So the induced electric field satisfying the
force-free condition is $E'\equiv E-\delta E=(x-\delta x)\Omega B$. With $\delta
x/x\sim h/2$, we have
\begin{equation}
 \delta E\sim\frac{1}{2}hE.
\end{equation}
So the energy density change from the variability of the
perpendicular electric field is
\begin{equation}\label{e:dissEper}
 (\mathcal{L}_E)_\bot=\frac{1}{8\pi}(E^2-{E'}^2)
\sim\frac{1}{4}h(4-h)\varepsilon_E.
\end{equation}
This is comparable with the variable energy density
(\ref{e:appenden}) of the electric field in linear order.

We now determine where the energy goes. When a magnetic field line
is shifted toward the rotation axis ($\delta x>0$) at a moment, it will
still keep rotating with the original angular velocity, which is
larger than the angular velocity of corotation on the new ``orbit''.
Thus, a toroidal component $B^\phi$ of the magnetic field appears
due to the differential rotation velocities. With the emergence of
$B^\phi$, charged particles will be accelerated along the magnetic
field line and a poloidal current will be excited, as given by
Maxwell's equations (\ref{e:Maxwellseq}): $c\nabla_r\times
B^\phi-\dot{E}^\theta=4\pi j^\theta$ and $c\nabla_\theta\times
B^\phi-\dot{E}^r=4\pi j^r$. This process proceeds until the extra
magnetic field energy is exhausted and the field line corotates with
the star again on the new orbit. The energy released can be measured
by the difference of the energy densities (\ref{e:dissEper}) of the
electric field induced by the magnetic field rotating on the two
``orbits".

Similarly, when the magnetic field line is shifted away from the
rotation axis ($\delta x<0$), it will also keep rotating with the
original velocity, which is lower than that of corotation on the new
orbit. A toroidal magnetic field also appears. The poloidal current
in the opposite direction is excited. But, in this process, the
energy density (\ref{e:dissEper}) is negative, which means that the
energy is compensated and extracted from the star.

\subsection{The vibrating magnetic field lines}

As the wave passes through the magnetosphere, the magnetic field
line is rotated with a small angle $\alpha$ by the tidal force, which
can induce a transient electric field during the rotating process.
On the slices at $\phi=0,\pi$, this transient electric field is
along the toroidal direction. Its value can be estimated from Eq.\
(\ref{e:indE}):
\begin{equation}
 E_T\sim-\frac{1}{c}\frac{r\alpha}{\delta t}B.
\end{equation}
Here $r\alpha/\delta t$ is the average vibrating velocity of the magnetic
field line, with the time interval $\delta t$ to be a quarter of the
period of the GW.

This electric field is induced when the magnetic field line is
vibrating. It disappears when the magnetic field line halts at the
rotated angle $\alpha$. So the energy of this transient electric field
is completely released. The released energy is converted to the
acceleration of charges along the $B^\phi$ component mentioned in
the previous subsection. The amount of the released energy divided
by volume is
\begin{equation}
 \mathcal{L}_B=\frac{E_T^2}{8\pi}
\sim\frac{h^2r^2}{4c^2\delta t^2}\varepsilon_B.
\end{equation}
A similar process of excitation of electric field by varying
magnetic field caused by star oscillation has been discussed in
\citet{2004MNRAS.352.1161R}.

\section{The total released energy}
\label{sec:totalenergy}

From the above analysis, the energy loss contains two components.
The varying electric field energy in leading order is almost all
released: $\mathcal{L}_E=(\mathcal{L}_E)_\bot+(\mathcal{L}_E)_{\|}
\sim h\varepsilon_E$. But only a small fraction of the varying
magnetic field energy is released, which is of the order $h^2$. The
above analysis is implemented on the slices of the magnetosphere
that are perpendicular to the propagation direction of the GW. For
other slices away from $\phi=0,\pi$, we have similar energy release
processes. On these slices, the GW can induce a toroidal component
of the magnetic field, which can excite a current along the poloidal
magnetic field lines. The fast vibrating magnetic field lines can
also release some of its energy. Here, we simply take the results in
the previous section as those that apply generally in all regions in
the inner magnetosphere.

As usual, we assume a dipole structure of the magnetosphere within
the LC. Then, the fields depending on the radial distance are:
\begin{equation}
 B=B_0\left(\frac{r_0}{r}\right)^3,
\textrm{ }\textrm{ }\textrm{ } E=E_0\left(\frac{r_0}{r}\right)^2.
\end{equation}
The magnetic field at the surface of the star is
$B_0=6.4\times10^{19}\sqrt{P\dot{P}}$ G
\citep{1996ApJ...464..306U,2015MNRAS.447.2631V,2015MNRAS.449.3755V},
where $P$ is the period of the pulsar. At the the LC $r=R_{LC}$, the
electric field is equal to the magnetic field $B=E$, which
determines $E_0=(r_0/R_{LC})B_0=(r_0\Omega/c)B_0$. The radius of the
light cylinder is $R_{LC}=cP/2\pi=4.8\times10^9P$ cm.

By integrating over the inner magnetosphere region, we can get the
total released energy in the deformed magnetosphere:
\begin{equation}
 L_E=1.4\times10^{25}\left(\frac{h}{10^{-10}}\right)
\left(\frac{10^{7}\textrm{ y}}{\tau}\right)\left(\frac{r_0}{10^{6}
\textrm{ cm}}\right)^5 \textrm{ erg},
\end{equation}
\begin{eqnarray}
 L_B=1.4\times10^{18}\left(\frac{h}{10^{-10}}\right)^2
\left(\frac{10^{-3}\textrm{ s}}{\delta t}\right)^2 \nonumber
\\ \left(\frac{B_0}{10^{12}\textrm{ G}}\right)^2
\left(\frac{r_0}{10^{6}\textrm{ cm}}\right)^5 \textrm{ erg}.
\end{eqnarray}
where $\tau=P/(2\dot{P})$. The relative strain $h=10^{-10}$
corresponds to that at a distance $d=4.1\times10^{-3}$ pc to
GW150914 \citep{2016PhRvL.116f1102A} or that at $d=4\times10^{-2}$
pc to GW170817 \citep{2017PhRvL.119p1101A}. Of course, the GW
sources are not necessarily GW bursts. They may be persistent
sources, like binary systems, only if the pulsar is close enough to
the source.

This amount of energy is released within a timescale of a quarter of
the GW period. For the above GW events, the timescale is $\delta t\sim
10^{-3}$ s (the frequency is $\nu\sim250$ Hz). So the energy release
rate is $1.4\times10^{28}$ erg/s, which is almost the radio
luminosity from a pulsar. This featured variability of radiation
should be detectable and discriminable, which may provide signals
indicating that a GW is passing through a pulsar magnetosphere.

We also notice that stringent conditions are needed to account for
the energy observed from FRBs, whose characteristic energy is as
high as $10^{39}$ erg at 1 Gpc distance
\citep{2017Natur.541...58C,2018arXiv180603628P}. For example, $L_B$
can reach the energy $10^{38}$ erg when $h\sim 10^{-4}$, $\delta t\sim
10^{-4}$ s and $B_0\sim 5\times 10^{15}$ G. This requires a magnetar
magnetosphere perturbed by a GW with the frequency $\nu=500$ Hz and
with the strain corresponding to that at $d\sim10^{-3}$ A to
GW150914. But if FRBs are at the distance of 1 Mpc, the FRB energy
is of $\sim 10^{33}$ erg. The conditions for the energy are quite
relieved: $h\sim10^{-6}$, $\tau\sim 10^3$ y for $L_E$ and
$h\sim10^{-6}$, $\nu\sim250$ Hz, $B_0\sim3\times10^{15}$ G for
$L_B$.

Of course, here we have only done some estimation of the energy
scales with some simple analysis. The details of the release process
need more accurate study in more realistic situations, in
particular, with the aid of numerical tools. There may exist
improvement and enhancement on the estimated energy that can relieve
the above strict conditions. For example, the charges should be more
effectively accelerated closer to the star surface because the
electromagnetic fields are stronger in inner regions. The charged
particles will attain higher velocities and can catch up to those
accelerated in outer regions that have lower velocities. So the
charged particles accumulated in the emission region, which makes it
look like there is more energy released from the magnetosphere.
Moreover, we may also not ignore the effects of the GW on the polar
gap. The polar gap plays crucial roles in the pulsar activities,
sourcing the plasma and the energy for radiation in the
magnetosphere, though it is quite small compared to the whole
magnetosphere. As shown in
\citet{2012A&A...540A.126Z,2015ApJ...799..152L}, the oscillating
modes of the star can drive the oscillation of the vacuum electric
field in the gap, bringing prominent changes in observational
features. So the perturbations of the GWs on the polar gap could
also cause similar effects on the gap electric field, which is much
stronger than the emergent electric fields discussed here. This may
cause extra energy release, awaiting for further examination.

\acknowledgments

This work is supported by the Yunnan Natural Science Foundation
2017FB005.

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It moves perpendicularly to the movement of the source, it consists of crests (the part above the mid-line), troughs ( the part that is below the mid-line ).
and of course wavelength and the speed define the frequency which is a measure of how many waves pass in 1 second.
Each repeating shape is considered as 1 full wave.
When transverse wave moves, the particles of media oscillate perpendicular to the direction of moving wave.
Transverse wave shows polarization stricly.
Transverse wave could be travel through vacuum eg., Light wave in which electric and magnetic field vectors oscillate transverse to the direction of propagation. Means transverse wave may be mechanical or non-mechanical.
Transverse waves are always characterized by particle motion being perpendicular to wave motion.
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Is Parkinson's tauopathy?
Parkinson's disease (PD) was not initially considered to be a typical tauopathy. However, recent studies have demonstrated increasing evidence of tau pathology in PD. A genome-wide association (GWA) study indicated a potential association between tauopathy and sporadic PD.
How do I lower my tau?
Manipulations of kinases by drugs have been shown to be an effective way to reduce tau levels; for example, a small-molecule inhibitor of GSK-3β kinase was effective in reducing phosphorylated tau [41,42].
Alzheimer's disease The tangles are considered a secondary tauopathy. AD is also classified as an amyloidosis because of the presence of senile plaques. When tau becomes hyperphosphorylated, the protein dissociates from the microtubules in axons.
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Mary Anning (1799. május 21. – 1847. március 9. ) angol fosszíliagyűjtő, kereskedő és őslénytankutató (paleontológus), aki világhíres lett őslénytani leletei révén, melyeket Délnyugat-Angliában, Dorset megyében, a La Manche csatorna mentén fekvő Lyme Regisnél található sziklákban található jura kori tenger kövületrétegekben. Megállapításai hozzájárultak az őskori életről és földtörténetről való tudományos gondolkodás fontos változásaihoz.

Anning a térség Kék Lias szikláiban keresett leleteket, különösen a téli hónapokban, amikor a földcsuszamlások új fosszíliákat tártak fel, amelyeket gyorsan össze kellett gyűjteni, mielőtt a tengerbe vesztek. 1833-ban egy földcsuszamlás során, amely Trey nevű kutyáját megölte, ő is majdnem életét vesztette. Felfedezései között szerepelt az első helyesen azonosított ichthyoszaurusz-csontváz, az első két teljes plezioszaurusz-csontváz, az első Németországon kívül talált pteroszaurusz-csontváz és több fontos halkövület. Megfigyelései kulcsszerepet játszottak abban a felismerésben, hogy a koprolitok, amelyeket akkoriban bezoar köveknek hívtak, fosszilizált széklet. Azt is felfedezték, hogy a belemnite fosszíliák megkövesedett tintazsákokat tartalmaztak, hasonlóan a modern lábasfejűekhez. Amikor Henry de la Beche geológus a Duria Antiquiort festette, amely az őskori élet első, széles körben elterjedt képi ábrázolása volt, amely fosszilis rekonstrukciókra alapult, ezt nagyrészt az Anning által talált kövületeire alapozta, és a kép nyomatait Anning javára eladta.

Máshitűként és nőként Anning nem volt teljes értékű tagja a 19. századi brit tudományos közösségnek, amely többnyire anglikán úriemberekből tevődött össze. Életének nagy részén pénzügyi gondokkal küszködött. Családja szegény volt, műbútorasztalos apja elhalálozott, amikor Anning tizenegy éves volt.

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Browsing page 1 of words meaning corporate-speak (list of) (7 words total)
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work (related to)
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action item – bikeshed – dumbsize – going forward – legalese – out of the box – prairie dog
Full definitions of all the slang words listed above:
an item on a "to do" list.
What are your current action items?
See more words with the same meaning: corporate-speak (list of).
Last edited on Mar 01 2013. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Aug 26 2009.
to debate at length on an unimportant decision.
We need to stop bikeshedding and come to a consensus.
We've been bikeshedding about the font choice all morning.
Last edited on Feb 21 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Mar 30 2010.
For origin information, see the Wikipedia page for Parkinson's Law of Triviality.
Last edited on Mar 30 2010. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Mar 30 2010.
dumbsize
verb - ambitransitive
to reduce the number of people employed in an organization or company to the point that there are no longer enough to carry out the work effectively. From "dumb" + "downsize".
See more words with the same meaning: to fire, dismiss.
Last edited on Mar 21 2011. Submitted by Dick Wright-Upham from Wellington, New Zealand on Jan 03 2011.
from now, into the future. Usually used in contrast to the near past, as when discussing future corporate plans.
Citation from "CSI Myths: The Shaky Science Behind Forensics", Popular Mechanics, Brad Reagan, August 2009 issue censored in hope of resolving Google's penalty against this site.
Last edited on Jun 15 2013. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Jul 27 2009.
noun - uncountable
pejorative term for the formal language used in legal speech and legal documents.
Citation from "Forget high tech, jurors and judge stick to notes", AP, Don Babwin, Aug 15 2010 censored in hope of resolving Google's penalty against this site.
See more words with the same meaning: the law (related to).
crazy, irrational. Note: theorized that the term is a vague allusion to the "jack-in-the-box" toys, a box containing a head mounted on a spring that would pop open after a crank had been turned. The head would then bounce around. The unpredictable motion of the toy could be likened to someone who is "out of the box."
I don't know what her problem is, but she's completely out of the box!
See more words with the same meaning: crazy, insane, weird, strange.
Last edited on Apr 24 2013. Submitted by John Smith from Phoenix, AZ, USA on Jun 21 1997.
corporate-speak for "in a novel way." Typically used to refer to solving a problem or task. Often used with the verb "think." Has become cliche. Also outside (of) the box.
We've got to think out of the box on this one.
Last edited on Jul 09 2007. Submitted by Anonymous on Jul 09 2007.
to stick one's head up out of a cubicle to look at something. The term comes from prairie dogs, who burrow in the ground. In a field with prairie dogs, if there's a loud noise, typically many of them will pop their heads up out of the ground.
Last edited on Nov 29 2001. Submitted by Kevin H. from Cedar Rapids, IA, USA on Nov 29 2001.
to need to defecate so badly that the feces is coming out a bit, as a prairie dog looking out of its burrow.
I was trying to hold in my poop which caused me to prairie dog.
See more words with the same meaning: to need to defecate, poop, shit.
Last edited on Feb 23 2003. Submitted by Nick M. from Washington, DC, USA on Feb 23 2003.
to need to defecate.
I'm prairie-dogging - let's find a bathroom.
Last edited on Nov 07 2010. Submitted by Evan R. from Wheaton, IL, USA on Apr 05 2004.


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"This National Forest is America's undiscovered treasure, offering endless trail riding in some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere." You will explore its breathtaking canyons, creeks and meadows as you navigate the 'Blue Range' or the 'Middle Fork' of the Gila wilderness!
The Gila and the Blue are places of spectacular beauty tucked away in the Southwest corner of New Mexico and into Arizona. Dependent of the season, we will explore one or the other Gila wilderness areas on unforgettable pack trips with our sure footed horses and experienced guides. Ride some of America's most pristine and unique country during the day — then relax and have some fun in our camp during the evening.
The Gila Wilderness Pack Trip
One of the richest and most stunning landscapes in America, the Gila Wilderness is one of the world's largest and premier wilderness destinations.
The mountains and deep canyons of the Gila are rich with human history, wildlife and adventure. Ancient Indians dating back 1000 years lived along the Middle Fork, leaving behind inspiring and interesting cliff dwellings. The Apaches called the Gila home — and one of our stops is at the birthplace of Geronimo.
The Gila lays claim to the title of America's first and most expansive wilderness region, but this unique distinction does not begin to brush the surface of this powerful country, with the extraordinary diversity, tranquility and enchantment guarded at its heart. Until recently, the Gila National Forest, with its 3.3 million acres of awe-inspiring vistas, peaceful meadows, majestic rivers and deep, carved out canyons was a hidden treasure experienced by rugged trappers of the past and only the hardiest adventurers of today. Riding the Middle Fork is like losing yourself to the beauty of our planet — the inspiration you receive starts the moment we begin our journey to the moment we arrive at the trail head. This natural inspiration will renew and enrich your daily life even after you're back home.
Blue Wilderness Pack Trip
The Blue Wilderness, on the border of Arizona/New Mexico has been a decade long effort of remarkable search and discovery. This little-used and little-known part of America's wild country has been our passion of exploration, with the vast riches in natural beauty as our reward. These historic trails were used by the Spaniards in their quest for gold and silver, along with the Apaches in their travels from Arizona to New Mexico. There are strange and beautiful rock formations — columns of hoodoos, jutting rocks of brilliant white, sculptured rock formations — much like a visit to Utah...or the Moon! Grand, awe-inspiring vistas . . . so many views in all directions. From Arizona look back and see into the mountains of New Mexico. View the beautiful canyons of the Blue River and endless scenery in the wild, untamed country of eastern Arizona. Large herds of elk, mule deer and bear roam this remarkable country without hesitation. Extreme remoteness . . . one of the greatest benefits of riding in the Blue is the fact of its little-to-no human use. A grand and awesome wilderness experience at its very best!
We will take you into the remote and wild countryside giving you a genuine lift in life. Experience the endless vistas of untouched country, spectacular canyon riding, deep pools of water and wild life. These pack trips are suited for every type of rider - family groups, beginners and advanced adventure-seeking riders. Each pack trip has the personal touch by our professional guide with 30 years of safe guiding experience. The riding and guides provide you with loads of historical & nature information. Meals are home cooked by the profession campfire chef. All on horses that are loved and well taken care of.
Truly refresh your spirit on a pack trip in Southwest New Mexico's wilderness!
Camping Ride with pack horses
Meeting: Glenwood or Santa Fe
Airport: Albuquerque or Santa Fe
Transfer: Santa Fe
Southwest Pack Trips (2023) - RTNM01
Rates include*: Tent accommodations, All meals (from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5) , 5 riding days & Transfers from/to Glenwood
Guides can speak: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Catalan!
Sleeping bags and ground mat are not included but can be supplied if necessary on request at no charge.
A 2023 5 day trip, 5 riding days - Gila Wilderness 5d / 4n $1525
B 2023 5 day trip, 5 riding days - Blue Wilderness 5d / 4n $1525
Tax: 8.69 %
2023 No transfers avaiable; best to rent a car in Albuquerque
Gila and Blue: We recommend renting a car from Albuquerque
B 2023 03/19 - 03/23 5d / 4n 5 day trip, 5 riding days - ... 2 /15 Reserve
A 2023 05/07 - 05/11 5d / 4n 5 day trip, 5 riding days - ... 2 /15 Reserve
The Blue Wilderness itinerary is temporarily not offered in 2022 due to forest fires in 2021 in the area.
Rates do not include: Accommodations and meals on Day 0, Breakfast on Day 1, Taxes & Gratuities
Itinerary for Southwest Pack Trips
Sample Itinerary: Gila Wilderness - subject to changes
This 5-day pack trip goes into a base camp and includes rides along the awesome Middle Fork of the Gila River, a trip up the canyon to an Indian Cliff Dwelling, and some top country to a late 1800's log cabin. Deer, elk & bear can be seen on this trip. The elevation is around 8000 feet.
Day 0 (Saturday): Pre-trip night
(Option 1) Drive to Glenwood and check into a local B&B or hotel (not included). Dinner and breakfast is not included.
(Option 2) Drive to Glenwood and go to the trailhead. A camp will be set up there and dinner will be provided for no extra fee.
Day 1 (Sunday): Ride to basecamp
We pack our gear into vehicles, have breakfast along the way, driving to the trailhead. Then, we saddle up, pack the mules and ride into camp. The camp is located in a hidden, stunning canyon, the birthplace of Geronimo. Our comfortable camp features wall tents, cots, and everything to make your stay comfortable and warm. Elk and deer are abundant and thriving in the Gila, offering many excellent opportunities to see elk graze right along with our horses in camp, and along our riding journey.
In the evening, we enjoy a delicious Dutch Oven Meal.
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight camping at basecamp
Day 2 (Monday): Middle Fork Ride
Ride the magnificent Middle Fork of the Gila River. There is no better wilderness experience in the world, than a horseback ride along the Middle Fork. Many water crossings with towering and splendid canyon walls await us. Awe-inspiring at every turn, canyon walls tower over us, with splendid hoodoo columns rising up along every stretch. Continuous water flow offers a cool dip along the way.
Day 3 (Tuesday): Historic Cabins Ride
We ride down stream on the Middle Fork, and make a gentle climb out of the canyon to a rest stop for sweeping views of the canyon below. We continue through changing landscapes to an historic late 1800 hundreds cabin. The horses graze while we eat a healthy lunch. A most splendid experience, wondering about life in the Gila over 1000 years ago. Then, ride back to our base camp.
Day 4 (Wednesday): Indian Cliff Dwelling Ride
Today, we ride upstream from our base camp to an Indian Cliff Dwelling. These Dwellings are in a canyon few people visit. Make a short climb to the Dwelling site and inspect the many Dwellings left behind some 1000 years ago. Ride back to camp.
Day 5 (Thursday): Departure
Pack our gear and ride back across vast scenery to our trailhead. We return to the trailhead around 2- 3pm and then drive 50miles back to Reserve, NM.
Sample Itinerary: Blue Wilderness - subject to changes
This 5-day pack trip goes into a base camp and includes rides into red rock country, with 360 degree vistas and stunning landscapes, as well as a visit to a log cabin. We also ride into alpine country, with good vistas and wildlife sightings.
March, April and early May are the best times to book this trip. 6000-8000' elevations.
(Option 2) Drive to Glenwood and go to our ranch (complimentary if room is available). Dinner is not included.
Meet at the ranch and drive to the New Mexico/Arizona border. We ride into Arizona's Blue Wilderness area, or otherwise called Blue Primitive Area. Riding up a narrow and spectacular canyon, our journey ends at a Spanish Mining Symbol, carved into a tree some 400 years ago. Spaniards, at the time, forced Indian slaves to do the mining. Enjoy a grand view of the valley, not many people experience.
Overnight camping at basecamp #1
Day 2 (Monday): Grand Vistas of Arizona Loop
Ride the incredible Blue Wilderness loop through a slot canyon, then we climb to rolling high country. While riding narrow slot canyons, one can almost touch the canyon walls on each side. Once at the top, we experience grand vistas of Arizona with its rugged mountains terrain. We will visit the ruins of a historic late 1800's cabin.
Day 3 (Tuesday): Ride to Historic Cabins
Ride to our high country camp, near a fully-intact and different late 1800's historic cabin. An excellent chance to see elk and deer along the way. Landscapes every changing.
Day 4 (Wednesday): Talc Uprising Ride
One of more diverse loop riding experiences in Arizona. Landscapes and views change constantly as we move from one stunning terrain to another. One of the most unusually stops is called the "Talc Uprising" — white columns of this fine mineral explode over many acres of landscape. Terrain one might find in Utah. The most unusual geological formation.
Pack up camp and we journey back to the trailhead by a different route. We climb to one of the highest peaks in the Blue, passing a natural lake. Then we descend, passing through changing landscapes are we drop in elevation. From old-growth alpine terrain to desert-like environments this is the fitting end to Nature's Hidden Treasures. We return to the trailhead around 2- 3pm and then drive 15miles back to Glenwood.
Airport: Albuquerque or Santa Fe Train station: Santa Fe
Transfer: Santa Fe Distance: 204 miles
Tack: Western
Horses: Quarter horses, Mustangs and Appaloosas
Pace: Slow - 4-6 hours in the saddle per riding day
Level: (2 to 3 out of 5) Novice +
These rides require guests to be in good health and in good shape. The rides take place in mountain terrain.
Gentle, experienced and sure-footed, our riding horses are members of our family. We have horses to match every type of rider, from beginners and children to advanced adventure-seeking riders. We have Quarter horses, Mustangs and Appaloosas.
Passport and Visa Requirements: Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart ; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the. more
Climate for Southwest Pack Trips
Glenwood area
Uniquely located to ensure year-round comfortable riding conditions, the Gila Wilderness has the benefit of high-elevation cooling during the summer and southerly warmth during the winter. No matter what time of year - spring, summer, fall or winter - we have the perfect trail for any time of year.
The park has a mild climate, with a rainy season usually from July through August. Temperatures during the day are warm but frost may occur during the night in canyons above 8000 ft. From July to September, thunderstorms are widespread and occur almost daily. Daytime temperatures tend to be relatively mild or warm and nighttime temperatures tend to be relatively cool or cold throughout the year. Average temperatures in the higher elevation, particularly the Mogollon Range, can be cooler, depending on the season.
Spring and Fall have moderate days and cool nights. The most beautiful times of the year in the Gila are spring and late summer. In spring, snowmelt provides enough moisture to initiate new vegetative growth. In late summer, it is warm and the vegetation is still green following the end of summer rainfall season.
Winter months often have nice afternoons with cold mornings and nights. Daytime temperatures can get cold during winter but, in direct sunlight, temperatures may rise to 70 F (21 C). However, temperatures during the night drop significantly. Snow occurs most frequently between December and February. During most winters the lower elevations tend to be free of snow most of the time and when it does snow the melt-off usually occurs within a few days. Normally there is some snow accumulation in the higher elevations and during severe winters, the snow may range up to 10 feet or more in the Mogollon Range. Melt-off usually occurs during late March and April, but snow and ice may hinder travel on upper elevation trails as late as June.
What to Bring for Southwest Pack Trips
Maximum Duffel Weight Including Sleeping Bag - 35 lbs. Fast access items can be stored in saddle bags. Please pack light!
- Duffel bag - multi-small, soft duffel preferred
- Sleeping bag (best to bring your own but available to borrow- please request at time of booking)
- Sleeping bag liner or blanket
- Ground pad (best to bring your own but available to borrow- please request at time of booking)
- Rain gear or slicker
- Jeans/long sleeve shirt
- Comfortable camp shoes
- Hat with a brim
- Flashlight
- Jacket
- Sweater
- Sunglasses
- Personal medical items
- Personal first aid kit
- Wash kit
- Chapstick, sunblock
- Camera and film
- Solar charger
- AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT!
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Average Tour Ratings for Southwest Pack Trips
Average ratings from 12 tour feedbacks (see details below)
james michalets 5/13/2019
amy lahoda 9/29/2017
anthony bartolo 10/17/2012
victor lewis 10/16/2012
dennis van liew 4/17/2012
david schuster 2/15/2012
donald gall 5/19/2011
anita sanchez 10/21/2010
urska ros 6/19/2010
teresa monroe 6/10/2010
toni lea corwin 10/15/2009
fumiaki tsumori 7/25/2009
Accommodations for Southwest Pack Trips
This is a pack trip, so most nights are spent camping.
The first night is spent at a hotel nearby (not included). The next 4 night are spent camping at the base camp.
Our luxury base camp has everything set up and is ready for you to relax after a day of riding. Camp includes tents, cots, and private toilet facilities. Toilet facilities are solid toilet over a pit. Hot solar showers at the end of each day's ride are available in the shower tent. It is best to bring your own sleeping mats and sleeping bags, but some are available to borrow at no additional charge- please request at time of booking.
Some trips will also include some progressive rides with overnights in "spike camps" that will be set up each day (not permanent camps) and therefore have less comforts.
Please bring your own solar charger should you wish to charge batteries.
Tent Occupancy
Single riders will have a single tent at no added fee.
Triple occupancy is possible in a large tent.
All meals from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5 are included.
All the creature comforts in the world — a deluxe kitchen with delicious all-you-can-eat Chuck Wagon Style Dutch oven cooking. Plentiful and delicious, our meals are home cooked and will leave you asking for seconds!
Wine is included with dinner, but you are also welcome to bring your own for the trip.
We can cater to most dietary restrictions with prior notice.
Visa Requirement For Southwest Pack Trips
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart ; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the USA. If not, the holder will be admitted until the expiration date on the passport; check with the embassy (see Contact Addresses).
(a) For nationals included in the Visa Waiver Program (see below), passports must be valid for at least 90 days from date of entry.
(b) All travellers entering the USA under the Visa Waiver Program require individual machine-readable passports. Children included on a parent's passport also now require their own machine-readable passport. Travellers not in possession of machine-readable passports will require a valid USA entry visa.
(c) Passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 will need to have a biometric identifier in order for the holder to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Machine-readable passports issued between 26 October 2005 and 25 October 2006 require a digital photograph printed on the data page or an integrated chip with information from the data page. Machine-readable passports issued on or after 26 October 2006 will require an integrated chip with information from the data page (e-passport).
The US has announced new measures that require all travellers to provide details online 72 hours prior to travel.
ESTA: The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) came into force on 12 January 2009. It is a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA applications must be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to the USA. Some websites may charge you for the service but you can apply online for free at www.dhs.gov. The granting of an ESTA does not guarantee entry to the USA.
New Requirements for Travellers: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, or other approved document, when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced on 1 June 2009.
For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: (website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html).
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:
1. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic, who do require a visa.
Visa Note
(a) Landed Immigrants of Canada and British residents of Bermuda who are citizens of, and have valid passports from, Commonwealth countries or Ireland are not eligible to enter the USA without a visa. (b) All passengers using US airports for transit purposes are required to obtain a transit visa. This does not affect qualified travellers travelling visa free under the Visa Waiver Program. (d) To qualify for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program, nationals must travel on a valid passport, for holiday, transit or business purposes only and for a stay not exceeding 90 days. (e) Passengers must have the full address and ZIP code of where they are staying in the USA to be able to fully complete the I-94W form. Note: Airlines are also required to collect passenger details, including the address of their first night's accommodation in the USA, before they board the aircraft. (f) 2. Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Protected Person, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. A passport which states holder has right of abode or indefinite leave to remain in the UK does not qualify for visa free travel. (g) A visa does not expire with the expiry of the holder's passport. An unexpired, endorsed visa in an expired passport may be presented for entry into the USA, as long as the visa itself has not been cancelled, is undamaged, is less than 10 years old and is presented with a valid non-expired passport, provided that both passports are for the same nationality. (h) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Tourist, Business, Transit and Student: US$131.
Visas may be used for travel to the USA until the date it expires. Some visas are valid for multiple entries. The length of stay in the USA is determined by US immigration officials at the time of entry but is generally six months; there is, however, no set time.
Embassy or consulate (see Contact Addresses).
Usually five after interview. Some cases may take up to 12 weeks – check with embassy/consulate.
USA N/A
British No/2
Tour Code: RTNM01
Dates : March to Oct
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Endret 7.9.2019
A must-see destination for visitors to London, Trafalgar
Square is home to Nelson's Column (a monument
commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson, who died in the
Battle of Trafalgar in 1805), iconic stone lions, and the
famous Fourth Plinth, which showcases commissions by
contemporary artists.
Read more at
http://www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/place
/283774-trafalgar-square#IgfWWFc2spWbzL5Z.99
Grete fotograferer i Westminster
Westminster (/ˈwɛsmɪnstər, ˈwɛst-/) is an area of central
London within the City of Westminster, part of the
West End, on the north bank of the River Thames.
Westminster's concentration of visitor attractions and
historic landmarks, one of the highest in London,
includes the Palace of Westminster, Buckingham Palace,
Westminster Abbey and Westminster Cathedral.
Historically the area lay within St Margaret's parish,
City & Liberty of Westminster, Middlesex.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Westminster
The name Westminster originated from the informal
description of the abbey church and royal peculiar of
St Peter's (Westminster Abbey), literally West of the
City of London, indeed until the Reformation there
was a reference to the 'East Minster' at Minories
(Holy Trinity Priory, Aldgate) east of the City; the
abbey was part of the royal palace that had been
created here by Edward the Confessor.
It has been the home of the permanent institutions of
England's government continuously since about 1200
(High Middle Ages' Plantagenet times), from 1707 the
UK government instead, and is now the seat of British
government.
Hyde Park, Speakers Corner
Speakers' Corner is a traditional site for public speeches
and debates since the mid 1800's when protests and
demonstrations took place in Hyde Park.
Speakers' Corner is located on the north-east edge of
Hyde Park, nearest Marble Arch and Oxford Street.
Historic figures such as Karl Marx, Vladimir Lenin and
George Orwell were known to often use the area to
demonstrate free speech.
In 1872, an act of parliament set aside this part of Hyde
Park for public speaking. Even today, on a Sunday
morning, it's not unusual to find crowds gathering at
Speakers' Corner to listen to enthusiasts expounding
their views. Anyone can turn up unannounced to speak
on any subject, as long as the police consider their
speeches lawful.
https://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde-park/things-to-see-and-do/speakers-corner
Det var strenge sikkerhetskontroller over hele
Londonpå grunn av frykt for bomber fra IRA.
Her, utenfor Tower of London er det lang kø
før kontrollen.
Despite the Tower of London's grim reputation as a
place of torture and death, within these walls you will
also discover the history of a royal palace, an armoury
and a powerful fortress.
Don't miss Royal Beasts and learn about the wild and
wonderous animals that have inhabited the Tower,
making it the first London Zoo.
Discover the priceless Crown Jewels, join an iconic
Beefeater on a tour and hear their bloody tales, stand
where famous heads have rolled, learn the legend of the
Tower's ravens, storm the battlements, get to grips with
swords and armour, and much more!
http://www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/place/22249-
hm-tower-of-london#xh0AtPjMZx5UIhWv.99
Beafeater i Tower
The guards at the Tower of London are called Yeoman
Warders.
In principle they are responsible for looking after any
prisoners at the Tower and safeguarding the British
crown jewels, but in practice they act as tour guides
and are a tourist attraction in their own right. There
are twelve Yeomen Warders.
While their role is usually confined to the Tower of
London, the Yeomen Warders do take part in one
State ceremony. At Coronations, they form a guard of
honour inside the annexe at Westminster Abbey.
Their nickname is Beefeater.
Where does the name Beefeater originate from?
The name Beefeaters is often thought to come from
the French word - 'buffetier'. (Buffetiers were guards
in the palace of French kings. They protected the
king's food.) However, the name Beefeater is more
likely to have originated from the time when the
Yeomen Warders at the Tower were paid part of their
salary with chunks of beef. This took place right up
until the 1800s.
http://projectbritain.com/Beefeaters.htm
Vakthold for dronning Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth II was born Princess Elizabeth
Alexandra Mary on April 21, 1926, in London, to Prince
Albert, Duke of York (later known as King George VI),
and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. She married Philip
Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh, in 1947, became
queen on February 6, 1952, and was crowned on
June 2, 1953. She is the mother of Prince Charles,
heir to the throne, as well as the grandmother
of princes William and Harry. As the
longest-serving monarch in British history, she
Dronning Elizabeth kommer i åpen vogn.
has tried to makeher reign more modern and sensitive
to a changing public while maintaining traditions
associated with the crown.
https://www.biography.com/people/queen-
elizabeth-ii-9286165
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Should I talk about my device before it's patented?
Question from Client: Should I talk freely about the device before it is patent protected?
You do need to be careful. The old rule for patents followed a "first to invent" policy; in 2013, the law changed to a "first to file" policy. What this means is that even though you came up with the idea first, if someone else comes up with the same idea independently and files for a patent before you, they get initial rights to the patent. Of course, an inventor must have actually come up with the idea themselves to get the patent; someone cannot steal your idea and get a patent.
Even if someone else gets the initial rights to the patent, you can overcome those rights by showing that you came up with the idea first. To overcome the rights of the first filer, you would need to institute litigation (this is called an "interference proceeding"). In legal terms, the "first to file" policy shifts the burden to you to instigate litigation to prove you came up with the idea first. Make sure to fully document your invention (initial idea, further discoveries, and process you are taking to reduce the invention topractice) in a notebook with dates… this will be evidence if there was ever a question as to when the invention was established.
Before you go down the patent route, you should definitely have Non-disclosure agreements for anyone you share your idea with (I can draft this for you). This is a very important first step to protect your idea.
Getting a patent is an expensive and time consuming process, so you need to know what you are getting yourself into. That being said, pursuing a patent early for a viable idea is much cheaper than trying to prove you came up with the idea first in an interference proceeding.


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Photo of a Western Union Telegram to Robert E. Hannegan from Bennett Champ Clark
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Photo of a Western Union telegram to Robert E. Hannegan from Bennett Champ Clark, sending regrets that he will be unable to attend the dinner honoring Mr. Hannegan as the new Commissioner of the Internal Revenue. From: The Album, Knights of the Cauliflower Ear Proudly Acclaim the Presidential Appointment of Hon. Robert E. Hannegan as Commissioner of Internal Revenue.
Photo of a Letter of Regret by Henry Morgenthau, Jr. to Charles P. Orchard, Chairman of the Invitation Committee, Knights of the Cauliflower Ear
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Photo of a letter of regret by Secretary of the Treasury Henry Morgenthau, Jr. to Charles P. Orchard, Chairman of the Invitation Committee, Knights of the Cauliflower Ear. Morgenthau will be unable to attend the dinner honoring Robert E. Hannegan as newly appointed Commissioner Internal Revenue Service. The letter is signed by Morgenthau. From: The Album, Knights of the Cauliflower Ear Proudly Acclaim the Presidential Appointement of Hon. Robert E. Hannegan as Commissioner of Internal Revenue.
U.S.A.F. Thunderbird Jets in Formation
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11x13 color mounted to an overall size of 16x19 showing the United States Air Force Thunderbird jets in formation. Inscribed and signed on the mat, "To President Harry S. Truman - with admiration and sincere best wishes. The U.S.A.F. "Thunderbirds" April 1960." Each member of the team has then signed their name. Original is in oversize file.
Former President Truman Signing Copies of his Memoirs for Basketball Team
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Former President Harry S. Truman is shown seated at his desk at the Harry S. Truman Library signing copies of his memoirs for a group of visiting basketball players.
Former President Truman displays a broad grin as he holds a sign which a photographer gave him to autograph
Read more about Former President Truman displays a broad grin as he holds a sign which a photographer gave him to autograph
Former President Truman displays a broad grin as he holds a sign which a photographer gave him to autograph. The sign read, "Quiet is requested for the benefit of those who have retired." Mr. Truman obliged the photographer with his autograph, but added to the sign, "I don't like too much quiet." The former Chief Executive who has "retired" from politics is in Boston on a fund raising tour for his Library. This is nearly the same photo as 76-387 but is mounted on heavy board to an overall size of 10 x 13.
Former President Truman in the Blair House on the occasion of his 80th birthday
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Color portrait showing former President Truman seated before a curtain in the Blair House, on the occasion of his 80th birthday. The photo has been signed "Kindest regards to Tom Gavin, Harry S. Truman 8/19/64".
Signed photo of former President Truman on a walk with a group
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Former President Harry S. Truman (third from left) walks with a group, including friend M. R. Evans (fifth from left), evidently in Louisville, Kentucky. The picture has been signed "Best of Luck from Harry S. Truman 12/31/1962".
A portrait photo of Paul H. Griffith
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A portrait photo of Paul H. Griffith, Assistant Secretary of Defense, signed on the border, "To my friend and co-worker Ralph N. Stohl with best wishes and kind regards Paul H. Griffith Asst Sec. of Defense"
A portrait photo of Anna M. Rosenberg
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A portrait photo of Anna M. Rosenberg, Assistant Secretary of Defense, signed on the border, "To Ralph Stohl with good wishes and personal regards. Anna M. Rosenberg, The Pentagon. 1-7-53"
A portrait photo of Stephen T. Early
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A portrait photo of Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen T. Early, signed on the photo, "To Ralph Stohl from his friend and co-worker with warm regard Stephen T. Early"


Asurint is an employee screening service and background check provider that can be integrated with the Avionté core application. Asurint is supported for Avionté versions 14.2.2 and later.
The following background checks are available for use with the Asurint background check plugin.
Note: This list is subject to change. Additional background checks may also be available on request from Asurint.
After the customer and Asurint determine which background checks are necessary, Asurint will create personalized package(s) containing these background checks. Asurint will then give the customer configuration information for these packages for entry into Avionté. This information will include credentials like username, password, Package ID, and Package Name. The customer may have multiple packages containing different background-check combinations.
Asurint will display a warning if an employee has already been screened within the last 30 days. To override this warning, please contact Asurint.
The following steps give an overview of the process of integrating Asurint with the Avionté application.
Before integrating Asurint's employee screening service with the Avionté software, a customer must have a service contract with Asurint.
Prior to installation, contact Avionté to request that the plugin be made available in the Avionté core application.
When Avionté-hosted customers request the Asurint plugin, the Avionté Technical Services department performs the necessary setup. Once Avionté Technical Services has set up the Asurint plugin, continue to Configure Admin Tools.
Self-hosted customers should install and activate the Asurint plugin.
For information on adding the plugin files and updating associated config files, see the Asurint Plugin Guide for Self-Hosted Clients.
Then see Install a Background Check Plugin and Asurint Plugin Settings - Set Up Credentials.
Once the plugin is installed and activated, continue to Configure Admin Tools.
Activates the link to see the full background check report on Asurint's platform. Set to True for those who should have access to the report, and False for those who shouldn't.
True: User will be able to view the returned report.
False: User cannot open and view the returned report. User will be able to see only that a report was returned.
Determines whether to display a red notification at the bottom left of the core application when results are returned. Set to True to show, and False to hide.
True: An alert will appear in the lower left-hand corner of the user's window when a background check requires attention.
False: No alert will appear.
Allows users to change the status of the background check from Action Required to Completed. This will remove the background check from the red notification at the bottom left of the screen.
True: User will be able to mark a background check as Completed after it has been viewed.
False: User will not be able to change the status of a background check request.
Note: For help with Config Options, visit the Admin Tools: Config Option article.
Configure the core application's Main Menu so "Background Check" is displayed as an Employee sub tree item. Open Admin Tools (Ctrl + L or in Start Page > Actions menu). Then double-click Form. Within Front Office > Employee, find the Background Check submenu, and set view permissions as appropriate.
Note: For help, visit the Admin Tools: Form article.
With the plugin installed and configured, users can now perform Employee Background Checks.
A background check request will not work if certain fields on the employee's record are not completed. Ensure that the following fields are completed in the Avionté application.


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Allen Iverson`s broker Garry Moore said, "It is absolutely that he still want to enter the competition", "It is no doubt that all of us think like this, every day he still keep training until others called him."
The U.S. local time November 7, Grizzlies agree to deal with Allen Iverson left the team citing personal matters, but his departure just complaining about in their own role in the Grizzlies after discontent. Iverson just played three games for Grizzlies as substitute each time.
Moore said that Iverson has stayed in Atlanta with his families these days. Moore also appreciated to Grizzlies` president Michael Haislip with the continuous support for Iverson. When Iverson had worked in Detroit, Denver, and Philadelphia, his wife and children would remove with him to the respective cities. But after attending to Grizzlies, his wife and children did not remove with him to Memphis. Moore said it was difficult to separate with his family for Iverson, this is the reason he prefers to play for one team in the eastern conference. "He has high spirit," Moore said, "Nothing would his spirit before, but this time is necessary for him, God and family is the first, basketball is the second."
Iverson become a free agent this summer, but in the final one-year contract for 3.1 million U.S. dollars before joining the Grizzlies, and few teams interested in him. At first Lindsay also wanted to sign him, but Iverson clearly showed that he wanted to start, their negotiation broke in the end. It's predicted that most managers and executives won`t sign him after his departure with Grizzles. Moor said though there isn`t a single team offers to contact with him, this 34-year-old NBA veteran is still willing to resume his NBA career instead of seeking new boss overseas.
He also said Iverson would like to become a substitute of the team that has the possibility of becoming Outright team. "It is not essential for the role of starter if given a right team, suitable time." Moore suggested.


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Stay Hydrated, Cool to Prevent Heat Exhaustion, Says Health Official
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Rising temperatures and humidity in Chicago this week could make it feel as hot as 105 degrees outside Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
The combination of high temperatures and humidity makes it difficult for our bodies to dissipate heat, says Dr. Trevor Lewis, chairman of the department of emergency medicine at Stroger Hospital.
"When you're hot, you perspire and then you almost want to wick the water away, but that's hard to do when it becomes very humid," he said. "When humidity is higher than 75% with high heat, the body has a hard time dissipating heat."
In just a few hours outside, someone could develop heat exhaustion, according to Lewis. People with heat exhaustion can experience "excessive thirst, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and they could start to get a headache," he said. "You can even get fatigued, feel cool and clammy even though you're still sweating."
Anyone experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion should rehydrate and move to an area with air conditioning or fans before it progresses into heatstroke. "If you've taken steps to remedy heat exhaustion and it's still not working, seek medical help," said Lewis.
The progression from heat exhaustion to heatstroke, which is more severe because the body loses its ability to control temperature, can vary from person to person, according to Lewis. "People can have temperatures that reach 103-104 degrees. The hallmark of heatstroke is people become confused. Their skin can be hot or flushed, but they won't be sweating anymore," he said. "In the worst case scenarios, (people) can develop seizures and a rapid pulse."
Symptoms of heatstroke require immediate medical assistance. Lewis advises people to check on their relatives and neighbors, especially those who are elderly because they have a higher risk of experiencing hot weather-related illnesses. "Make sure they're set up with mechanisms for cooling like air conditioning or fans, etc., and that they have access to fluids," he said.
The best way to beat the heat is to stay ahead of it by staying hydrated, wearing light-colored clothing and sunscreen, and limiting time outdoors, says Lewis. "Avoid drinking a lot of caffeinated beverages or alcohol during extreme heat because those things increase fluid loss." He also recommends that people without air conditioning take cool baths and showers to stay cool.
Chicagoans seeking relief can visit one of the six cooling centers operated by the city's Department of Family and Support Services. The air-conditioned facilities are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, though hours and days of service can be extended under extreme conditions. The Garfield Center, located at 10 S. Kedzie Ave., is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to connect residents to emergency shelter. For those outside the city, Cook County provides cooling centers at 52 locations, all of which are listed here.
Interactive map: Chicago cooling centers.
Contact Kristen Thometz: @kristenthometz | (773) 509-5452 | kthometz@wttw.com
CDC: Pools Linked to Increase in Diarrhea Outbreaks
Lead Concerns Halt Chicago Water Meter Installations
Health Official Urges Caution if Handling Fireworks This 4th of July
Wanna Help the Environment? Lighten Up on the Salt
How Do You Like Your January: Warm or Sunny? Because You Can't Have Both
21 Cold-Related Deaths Reported in Cook County Since October
Local Efforts Underway to Help Earthquake Victims in Puerto Rico
Irony? Chicago Salt Truck Slides on Ice Into Lake Michigan


Every time a post on /r/fireteams has "gorgon" in the title, you get a notification. This allows you to find when someone is sharing the gorgon chest the moment they start, as opposed to hours after they stopped when you might check the subreddit. Disable when not needed, it can be triggered quite often.


For many people, drinking alcohol is nothing more than a pleasant way to relax. However, people with alcohol use disorders drink to excess, endangering both themselves and others. This question-and-answer fact sheet explains alcohol problems and how psychologists can help people recover.
* Alcohol abuse is a drinking pattern that results in significant and recurrent adverse consequences. Alcohol abusers may fail to fulfill major school, work or family obligations. They may have drinking-related legal problems, such as repeated arrests for driving while intoxicated. They may have relationship problems related to their drinking.
* People with alcoholism--technically known as alcohol dependence--have lost reliable control of their alcohol use. It doesn't matter what kind of alcohol someone drinks or even how much: alcohol-dependent people are often unable to stop drinking once they start. Alcohol dependence is characterized by tolerance (the need to drink more to achieve the same "high") and withdrawal symptoms if drinking is suddenly stopped. Withdrawal symptoms may include nausea, sweating, restlessness, irritability, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions.
Although severe alcohol problems get the most public attention, even mild to moderate problems cause substantial damage to individuals, their families, and the community.
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), 1 in 13 American adults is an alcohol abuser or alcoholic at any given time. A 1997 government survey revealed that drinking problems are also common among younger Americans. For example, almost 5 million youths aged 12 to 20 engage in binge drinking, which involves females consuming at least four drinks on a single occasion and males at least five.
Problem drinking has multiple causes, with genetic, physiological, psychological and social factors all playing a role. Not every individual is equally affected by each cause. For some alcohol abusers, psychological traits such as impulsiveness, low self-esteem, and a need for approval prompt inappropriate drinking. Some individuals drink to cope with or "medicate" emotional problems. Social and environmental factors such as peer pressure and the easy availability of alcohol can play key roles. Poverty and physical or sexual abuse increase the odds of developing alcohol dependence.
Genetic factors make some people especially vulnerable to alcohol dependence. Contrary to myth, being able to "hold your liquor" means you're probably more at risk--not less--for alcohol problems. Yet a family history of alcohol problems doesn't mean that the children of those with alcohol problems will automatically grow up to have the same problems--nor does the absence of family drinking problems necessarily protect children from developing these problems.
Once people begin drinking excessively, the problem can perpetuate itself. Heavy drinking can cause physiological changes that make more drinking the only way to avoid discomfort. Individuals with alcohol dependence may drink partly to reduce or avoid withdrawal symptoms.
How do alcohol use disorders affect people?
While some research suggests that small amounts of alcohol may have beneficial cardiovascular effects, there is widespread agreement that heavier drinking can lead to health problems. In fact, 100,000 Americans die from alcohol-related causes each year. Short-term effects include memory loss, hangovers, and blackouts. Long-term problems associated with heavy drinking include stomach ailments, heart problems, cancer, brain damage, serious memory loss, and liver cirrhosis. Heavy drinkers also markedly increase their chances of dying from automobile accidents, homicide, and suicide. Although men are much more likely than women to develop alcoholism, women's health suffers more, even at lower levels of consumption.
Drinking problems also have a very negative impact on mental health. Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can worsen existing conditions such as depression or induce new problems such as serious memory loss, depression, or anxiety.
Alcohol problems don't just hurt the drinker. According to NIAAA, more than half of Americans have at least one close relative with a drinking problem. Spouses and children of heavy drinkers are more likely to face family violence; children are more likely to suffer physical and sexual abuse and neglect and to develop psychological problems. Women who drink during pregnancy run a serious risk of damaging their fetuses. Relatives and friends can be killed or injured in alcohol-related accidents and assaults.
When should someone seek help?
Individuals often hide their drinking or deny they have a problem. How can you tell if you or someone you know is in trouble? Signs of a possible problem include having friends or relatives express concern, being annoyed when people criticize your drinking, feeling guilty about your drinking and thinking that you should cut down but finding yourself unable to do so, and/or needing a morning drink to steady your nerves or relieve a hangover.
Some people with drinking problems work hard to resolve them, and often, with the support of family members and/or friends, these individuals are able to recover on their own. However, those with alcohol dependence usually can't stop drinking through willpower alone. Many need outside help. They may need medically supervised detoxification to avoid potentially life-threatening withdrawal symptoms such as seizures. Once people are stabilized, they may need help resolving psychological issues associated with problem drinking.
There are several approaches available for treating alco-hol problems. No one approach is best for all individuals.
Psychologists who are trained and experienced in treating alcohol problems can be helpful in many ways. Before the drinker seeks assistance, a psychologist can guide the family or others in helping to increase the drinker's motivation to change.
A psychologist can begin with the drinker by assessing the types and degrees of problems the drinker has experienced. The results of the assessment can offer initial guidance to the drinker about what treatment to seek and help motivate the problem drinker to get treatment. Individuals with drinking problems definitely improve their chances of recovery by seeking help early.
Using one or more of several types of psychological therapies, psychologists can help people address psychological issues involved in their problem drinking. A number of these therapies, including cognitive-behavioral coping skills treatment and motivational enhancement therapy, were developed by psychologists. Additional therapies include 12-Step facilitation approaches that assist those with drinking problems in using self-help programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). All three of these therapies--cognitive-behavioral coping skills treatment, motivational enhancement therapy, and 12-Step facilitation approaches--have demonstrated their effectiveness through well-designed, large-scale treatment trials. These therapies can help people boost their motivation to stop drinking, identify circumstances that trigger drinking, learn new methods to cope with high-risk drinking situations, and develop social support systems within their own communities.
Many individuals with alcohol problems suffer from other mental health conditions, such as severe anxiety and depression, at the same time. Psychologists can be very helpful for diagnosing and treating these "co-occurring" psychological conditions when they begin to create impairment. Further, a drinker in treatment may receive services from many health professionals, and a psychologist may play an important role in coordinating these services.
Psychologists can also provide marital, family, and group therapies, which often are helpful for repairing interpersonal relationships and for long-term success in resolving problem drinking. Family relationships influence drinking behavior, and these relationships often change during an individual's recovery. The psychologist can help the drinker and significant others navigate these complex transitions, help families understand problem drinking and learn how to support family members in recovery, and refer family members to self-help groups such as Al-Anon and Alateen.
Because a person may experience one or more relapses and return to problem drinking, it can be crucial to have an appropriate health professional such as a trusted psychologist with whom that person can discuss and learn from these events. If the drinker is unable to resolve alcohol problems fully, a psychologist can help with reducing alcohol use and minimizing problems.
Psychologists can also provide referrals to self-help groups. Even after formal treatment ends, many people seek additional support through continued involvement in such groups.
Alcohol-related disorders severely impair functioning and health. But the prospects for successful long-term problem resolution are good for people who seek help from appropriate sources. Psychologists are applying the substantial knowledge they have to help people resolve alcohol problems, and they are working to make treatment services available wherever needed.


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Vlagtwedder-Barlage is een streek in de gemeente Westerwolde in de provincie Groningen. De streek ligt tussen van het dorp Vlagtwedde en het Ruiten-Aa-kanaal. De naam verwijst waarschijnlijk naar berken. Aan de noordkant wordt de streek begrensd door het recreatiegebied De Barlage, met daarin een groot bungalowpark het Parc Emslandermeer.

De naam Barlage komt ook voor als gehucht in de gemeente Stadskanaal.

Plaats in Groningen
Geografie van Westerwolde


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Business Objects use increases among SAP users, but Hana uptake low
More UK and Ireland SAP customers are using Business Objects now than even two years ago, but only 15% are using Hana
Brian McKenna, Business Applications Editor
Published: 23 May 2014 16:17
More UK and Ireland SAP customers are using Business Objects now than two to three years ago, but only 15% are using Hana.
New research from the UK and Ireland SAP User Group, conducted among 218 user organisations six to eight weeks ago, found 85% were using or planning to use Business Objects. The group's last overall member survey, in October 2013, showed an increase in the number of SAP software users using Business Objects as their main business analytics platform, from 21% in 2012 to 30%. The 2011 figure was 7%.
However, just over half of respondents, 51%, believed that SAP has failed to be clear in communicating its business and data analytics product roadmap to users. Craig Dale, chief executive of the UK & Ireland SAP User Group, said there had been a lot for users to take on board in recent years. "There has been a lot happening with SAP - lots of acquisitions and technology developments".
Dale said he "strongly believes" that SAP's in-memory, high-speed database Hana will become the underlying platform for the majority of its customers' business analytics and applications in the "next three to five years".
Read more about SAP and business analytics
Business Objects or Hana? A guide to SAP analytics environments
SAP BusinessObjects BI
SAP looks to in-memory, mobile, cloud for business analytics strategy
The research revealed that 54% of SAP users do not think their organisations have the business or data analytics skills necessary to make effective use of all their data. And 51% do not believe they have the necessary technology.
But the imperative to get more from their data is pronounced. Some 87% wanted to do that, and the biggest difficulty lies in getting business intelligence from a variety of data sources, including social media. Other problems are an inability to process and analyse data fast enough, data quality.
Dale gave a recent SAP User Group symposium on business analytics, held in London, as an example of a thirst for knowledge about SAP's path of direction.
"The Hana adoption figure is low, but it is still a very new technology. In the UK we have a culture where we like to see someone else doing it before we commit.
"But at a time when data processing speeds are a concern, it is interesting to note that only a limited number of users were currently looking at Hana."
Some 39% of respondents said they did not know whether the in-memory computing capabilities of Hana would benefit their organisation's future business and data analytics strategy. And 42% of SAP users said they did not know if the Hana Cloud Platform would make it more attractive for organisations to use Hana.
"Users want to see more real-life customer examples" said Dale. He reported that, in the UK and Ireland, there are "around 10 to 20" organisations "driving value from Hana".
In response to the research Christian Rodatus, senior vice president and general manager, Analytics, at SAP said, in a statement: "SAP welcomes the findings of the UKI SAP user group and continuously listens to our customers. Our own research also highlights that organizations still have a huge opportunity to drive greater value from the data that resides across their businesses …. SAP also recognizes that we need to continually provide customers insight into our innovation strategy, vision and provide training. The SAP HANA Academy, OpenSAP.com MOOC trainings are just some of the many tools for developers, partners and customers to get started and learn SAP HANA."
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