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UPDATE:  SOLVED by Jeff at 12:11

BOO!  Ha!  Scared you, didn’t I?  Oh admit it… you’re shaking in your boots.

Happy Saturday everybody.  I hope your world is moving along as it should.  I’m behind again in my posts, but no worries.  I’ll catch up with myself eventually.

The riddles have been dealing with the “real world” for a while, and today is no exception.  Strap on your seat belt, because the answer to today’s riddle is one wild ride.

Image by Sam Spalding

Something happens.

When it happens, it’s intensely interesting…

…if you happen to be very, very far away from it.

NASA/Hubble image - oh quit whining... you've seen this before

Due to this event, something else is produced.

It’s even more interesting.

Again, if you happen to be very far away.

Image by J Dawson, this is exactly what it looks like

If we are too close, we will have no warning.

This is a modern discovery, made because we’re suspicious of our neighbors.

Fortunately, this is very rare.

Ew, nasty. This is smog. Yeah, it's related. Image found on PhotoBucket

We may have already suffered a brush with this thing.

Just once.

Some suspect it to have been the sole cause of one of the most massive extinction events.

Image by Marvin Cyder

There is no defense against this.

You don’t ever want to see this close up.

That said, it happens on Earth all the time.

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Are you puzzled?  Good.  You know the answer to this, I know you do.  Don’t look at the clues and take the first obvious jump.  I’ll be lurking in the comments to see how you do.

Look hoo’s back! | Bad Astronomy

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Ah, Caturday. When else would I post a picture of two adorable owlets?

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These are two Great Horned Owlets, babies from a mated pair that come back every late winter to the same nest in Boulder not far from my house. There’s a bike path there, and so I see them frequently. My brother-in-law Chris took this shot a few weeks ago; since then they have flown off to do whatever it is owls do (but he has another way-too-cute pic of them snoozing on that branch, too).

However, yesterday the weather was nice so I took a ride along a different set of trails. I spotted a group of four people peering into the trees off the trail, and had a hunch what they were seeing. I stopped and asked, and they pointed out to me an owlet nestled between two branches about ten meters away. They told me one parent owl had just left, and they had seen another owlet earlier. I had always figured owls all nested around the same time, but clearly that’s not the case; the owlets pictured above are at least a month older ...


Become the Memorial Day Grill Master [Grilling]

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Memorial Day marks the start of the serious grilling season, and there's no better weekend to try your hand at outdoor cooking, or bolster your established grill-master game. Luckily, honing your outdoor culinary skills is a lot more simple than it seems, given the right tools, a little preparation, and a few tips on technique. Here's a look at some pointers on getting the right gear, turning out great meals, and even preparing for uncooperative weather. More »


Ventana looking for Pathologist/CMO at BioImagene location

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Job Description

The Principal Pathologist is responsible for managing the clinical operations and the medical office of the company. The Principal Pathologist oversees the clinical division involved in validation of imaging applications, including oversight of studies leading to FDA 510(k) and PMA filings. The Principal Pathologist is a member of the Sunnyvale Management Team and will be jointly responsible for managing clinical collaborations for the company, including those with academic medical centers and reference laboratories. The Principal Pathologist develops research programs with key opinion leaders at these sites and works with internal business development along with R&D to execute these programs. The Principal Pathologist works closely with multiple other functions and groups, including Marketing, R&D, Quality and Regulatory to develop and review new products and applications as well as enhancing and refining existing products and applications and customer support for pathologist-related issues. The Principal Pathologist supervises the pathology requirements of the company, including image/slide review, test scoring, algorithm testing, algorithm validation, and application testing. Importantly, he or she will also represent Ventanas vision from a medical value and digital pathology perspective via preparation of abstracts and review articles, in meetings with external visiting pathologists, attend relevant scientific symposia, external pathology meetings and conferences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Oversight of FDA studies and filings
- Management of clinical collaborations
- Product/Application development and review
- Pathology supervision, including slide review/validation, tissue procurement, and application testing
- Presentations and Conference attendance
- Remain up to date on pathology, oncology and molecular biology literature related to Ventana's assay and imaging businesses
- Preparation of abstracts and peer reviewed publications
- Sales and Marketing support
- Customer support for pathologist-related issues

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Formal Training/Education:
- M.D. Pathologist with American Board of pathology anatomic pathology board certification

Experience:
- 5+ years of pathology training and practice
- 5+ years experience in biomedical research (PhD or other degree) or biotech/pharma industry

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Diagnostic pathology
- Advanced staining and diagnostic methods including immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization
- Familiarity with, and interest in, personalized medicine and companion diagnostics.
- Biomedical research and development
- Clinical study design
- FDA filings
- Demonstrated record of accomplishments (e.g. publications in scientific journals, issued US patents).
- Scientific writing and presentations
- Management experience
- Medical Informatics

Contact Information

Please apply online at https://careers.ventana.roche.com, IRC20656, or contact allison.bacalia@ventana.roche.com for more information.

 

 

Alternative Energy in Wastewater Treatment

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Last year, the largest ground-mounted solar array in the U.S. Pacific Northwest was activated to power a wastewater treatment plant. Do developments like this mean alternative-energy options such as solar and wind power are ready to play a significant role in wastewater treatment? Or is alternative

How Are My Beach Reviews Different from Dr. Beach’s?

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I review beaches. Dr. Beach rates beaches. How is my work different from his? Recently I spent some time with Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka “Dr. Beach,” and was able to watch him go about his work rating beaches as well as chat with him a bit about his work. He’s a very interesting guy, and [...]

Treasure Island Florida Struggles with Alcohol, Parking & Behavior

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As a result of rowdy behavior, including, according to the St. Pete Times, “underage drinking, drug possession, drunken driving, fighting, disorderly conduct, trespassing and child neglect,” the City Commission has unanimously banned the consumption of alcohol on parts of Sunset Beach, but only on weekends and holidays. The ban applies to weekends and holidays through [...]

Rarotonga Beaches

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Rarotonga in the Cook Islands is one of the South Pacific’s premier vacation islands. Sheltered from the open ocean by uninhabited Koromiri Island, Muri Beach is a slice of paradise.

Weather takes a ‘tern’

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Terns - now on eggs (Jamie Coleman)
A stunner - an adult Mediterranean Gull (Will Scott)

Migrants on the move - a Lesser Whitethroat (Will Scott)

Monday 16th May comments:

The breeding season continues to advance by the day and having been away for a week (hence the lack of updates...), much has changed. The Arctic Terns have now settled in their thousands with the first eggs discovered on 13th May, almost completing the full breeding range of nesting seabirds now on eggs (Common Terns been on eggs since 12th May). More Eider chicks are hatching on a daily basis whilst our first Guillemot chicks will be discovered very soon.

The weather has taken a distinctive turn for the worst with plenty of rain (causing some issues for Puffins) whilst strong wind is making life generally difficult. Staple Island, opened to the public on 1st May but the weather has resulted in almost a daily closure whilst Inner Farne has seen sporadic numbers of visitors. Hopefully everything will settle soon and both the breeding birds and visitors can start enjoying the summer once again.

Whilst away, there were some noticeable highlights on the islands as three different Mediterranean Gulls arrived in the Black-headed Gull colony on the islands and the prospect of potential future breeding has increased. The species only colonised Northumberland a few years ago and maybe the Farnes might be the next step in their UK advancement.

Pick of the days – 8th May highlights:Redstart, Whinchat (5), Sedge Warbler (5), Grasshopper Warbler, Garden Warbler (2), Blackcap (3), Whitethroat (11), Lesser Whitethroat (2), Willow Warbler (25), Chiffchaff (7), Spotted Flycatcher (2) and Pied flycatcher.

Farnes action

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Guillemot chicks start hatching (Ciaran Hatsell)

Gas cage (nesting) Eider (Ciaran Hatsell)

Chicks away (Ciaran Hatsell)

Wild or feral - today's Barnacle Goose (Ciaran Hatsell)

Thursday 19th May comments: The crazy period is just around the corner and Farnes action continues as chicks have started hatching and the Arctic Terns have intensified attacks against our visitors (and the wardens!). In recent days we've witnessed...

first Guillemot chicks hatch on Staple and Inner Farme

Puffin chicks found today on Inner Farne

Black-headed Gull chicks discovered in the main colony

On the migration front it was a stunning day yesterday (Wednesday) as the peace and quiet of the islands was shattered by an adult HONEY BUZZARD over (it flew over our heads!) before heading towards the mainland (only the 9th Farnes record although all have occurred since the first on 25 September 2000).

Recent highlights: HONEY BUZZARD, Little Gull first-summer, Roseate Tern 3 adults in summer plumage and Mediterranean Gull (second summer).

Honeymoons: The Cost of Romance

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private island honeymoonIn the wake of the Royal wedding, and the impending island honeymoon of the Royal Couple people are taking a keen interest in private island honeymoons.

The Independent recently published an interesting article showcasing honeymoon destinations for princes and paupers alike and naturally a number of islands made the list. Here is what they had to say.

“PrinceThe Maldives have proved a honeymoon destination worthy of royalty, with a mesmerising array of private island resorts falling over themselves to impress. Romance is everywhere, from overwater villas, to underwater spas and everything in between. Huvafen Fushi became the archipelago’s dream destination when it opened in 2004, so

about the forthcoming opening of sister hotel Niyama in October. This 86-room resort covers two islands and brings a more edgy feel to the sleepy Maldives with the world’s first underwater music club and a 24-hour spa.

Pauper: The Scilly Isles have been a hot contender for the royal honeymoon since the engagement. They may lack underwater spas, but they do share some tropical DNA with the Maldives. Just 28 miles south-west of Cornwall, the islands are caressed by the Gulf Stream, spawning palm trees, cacti and aloe to go along with the azure water. The tiny island of Bryher is the smallest of five inhabited islands, and on its west side is Hell Bay hotel which is a sublime honeymoon hideaway. “

To read the full list of Prince and Pauper Honeymoons visit The Independent

Old World Wandering: A Travelogue

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Claire van den Heever and Iain Manley decided to leave London and visit Shanghai. It took them 18 months, 39,000 kilometers, 20 countries and several bad hotels to complete the task. They are now on their return trip to Cape Town, South Africa, where they both call ‘home’.

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Stanford sanctions medical school faculty – AHN | All Headline News

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