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Thursday, September 22, 2011
Online Gamers Help Solve Protein Structure
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Researchers created the game Foldit to simulate protein folding and used teams of online gamers to help solve the structure of an enzyme. Cynthia Graber reports.
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Scientists can now include online gaming in their problem-solving arsenal. Because game players seem to have provided an answer to a scientific question that?s vexed researchers for a decade.
Scientists wanted to know the structure of a protein-cutting enzyme produced by a retrovirus similar to HIV. They haven?t been able to solve the protein structure using standard computational methods.
Now, the game?researchers developed Foldit in 2008. Teams of players fold molecules and rotate amino acids to create 3-D protein structures. Gamers get points for structure stability.
So researchers asked gamers to try to solve this particular protein. Within three weeks, the gamers found a good solution. The scientists then refined it and were able to completely determine the protein?s structure. Having the structure could inform the use of drugs to block the enzyme, and provide another tool against retroviruses, including HIV.
The researchers say that people have better spatial reasoning skills than computers?and that using both humans and machines might be a way to overcome various structural challenges. The results appear in the journal Nature Structural and Molecular Biology. [Firas Khatib et al, Crystal structure of a monomeric retroviral protease solved by protein folding game players] Co-authored by researchers?and a number of gamers.
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Marijuana Motherhood | Schaal Road Studio
After recent prime time debates on such famous talk shows as the Tyra Banks show, the spark has been ignighted about whether or not it?s still un-cool to be a Pro-Pot Parent. The real question, isn?t whether it?s okay to use cannabis and raise kids. It?s really about whether or not it?s now okay to be open and honest about it. Is mainstream America ready?
Cannabis culture has grown exponentially in the last ten years, starting out in the prohibition era, moving into the time of the peace loving hippies, and now it has matured into the era of the Stilletto Stoners. A time when it?s not just the under culture and tree huggers who utilize the healing and calming power of vitaflora. Every where from high powered lawyers, to manufacturing workers, and all over in between, is seeing a large growth in the amount of people who will proudly admit that they use cannabis, and they are proud of it.
?I toke and I vote!? has been the latest slogan.
Now another slogan is filling the ears of the country, and it?s ?I?m a Pro-Pot Parent and Not Afraid to Declare it!?
So what?s the big deal anyways? What?s wrong with using cannabis and raising kids? Let?s go over the Pro?s and Con?s.
PROS:
~Calmer more patient parents
~More adventure and quality playtime for the kids, with parents who are actually interested in the same activities their children are. Such as: Playing at parks, enjoying family games, playing make believe and learning through activities.
~Most Pro-Pot Parents are very observant of taking any other self medicating substances, such as prescriptions, tylenol or alcohol
~Because of the controversial topics that surround cannabis and kids, most pro-pro parents are very educated about what they are doing, what ways they are doing it and how others view their lifestyle choices
~Pro-Pot Parents are more likely to speak to their kids about both harmful and non-harmful substances that they might encounter in the world, leaving their children with an educated view point. Pro cannabis parents are more often more honest about the substances of the world.
~Children of parents whom talk to them about drugs, are more likely to try cannabis and less likely to try other drugs
~Parents who only use cannabis live longer than parents who regularly consume alcohol, pharmaceuticals, over the counter medications or who live extremely stressful lives
~Parents whom use cannabis to relieve stress are less prone to physical or verbal abuse
~Big pharma would lose money from parents who are aware of the evil side effects that come with prescription and over the counter drugs and substances.
~Big Alcohol would lose money from cannabis consuming parents choosing a safer alternative
~More cannabis consuming parents are aware of the faults in compulsory education and are taking a hands on approach to make sure their children are prepared for the world.
CONS:
~A minority of parents might abuse cannabis and neglect their children
~Government run compulsory school might fall apart for the rise of the home schoolers and unschoolers (like that?s a bad thing)
~Sometimes accidents do happen, and when cannabis edibles are left in irresponsible places, kids can consume them. Though this would not cause them to be in any physical danger, it might have some small psychological consequences if parents are not prepared to appropriately handle the situation
~Smoking cannabis is not a great option for pro-pot parents, anymore than smoking cigarrettes. Edibles should be used when no private kid-free areas are available.
~Some parents whom consume excessive alcohol, might use cannabis as the excuse for inappropriate behaviors and actions, in an attempt to hide their abundant alcohol usage; giving cannabis a bad name.
With all these pro?s, and not that many con?s. it?s no wonder so many people are saying, ?what?s the problem??
Though there are still many parents who are still under the political-religious illusion that cannabis is harmful and that parenting and cannabis don?t mix. While they hold steadfast that there is nothing wrong with drinking and parenting, or self medicating with over the counter drugs or prescriptions. It seems? That the really big deal, is simply in the refusal of some, to be accepting and understanding of a culture that is different from theirs. In the same ways that some are afraid of homosexual communities, other religious communities or sub-cultures. Are we now seeing the time of the Cannaphobes? Those whom have no fact or logic for protecting their beliefs that cannabis is bad, but will still fight tooth and nail to claim that those who choose to use are in the wrong?
We will see. As the cannabis culture comes out from every corner, in medicine, in recreation, in the work force, in luxury, in design. Cannabis will not slowly die away, and neither will it?s dedicated culture. It?s time for change, and now is the time.
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Question by Cybele: How can a woman determine if she is suited to motherhood?
I love children and I love being with them, talking to them and teaching them. However, I am unsure I?ll be able to comply with all the societal expectations of motherhood, wearing demure clothes, breastfeeding, enrolling my child in all kinds of activities, spending hours with them doing their homework. I don?t think I could be a good ?soccer mom?. I think kids should amuse themselves and do their own homework (as I did). Am I too selfish for modern motherhood?
Best answer:
Answer by christine
it?s ok, all moms are different. i peronsally have sworn never to drive a minivan, or wear mom jeans. as long as you love your baby, and put him or her before you, you?ll be a good mother. dont worry what anyone else thinks. oh yeah and use common sense , do research, and know whats best for your baby. im not talking about breastfeeding but theres a lot of dumb crap people do with their kids because their parents did it and so on, do your OWN research and dont let anyone tell you how to raise them
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The Hottest Cars of Detroit's Woodward Dream Cruise
To hunt for hints about the next Corvette, the C7, PM paid a visit to the one of the nation's best car events?the Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit?to ask around. And while we were there, we found the hottest cars on the avenue, ?Vette or otherwise. By Colin Mathews
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There's Big Tech Business in Business Travel - HighGain Blog
With 64 percent of business travelers responding they?d rather forget their undies than their Smartphone when embarking on a business trip, it?s clear some tech companies are making travel easier and more conducive for the consumer.
In ?Travel Tech for Today?s Road Warrior,? travel tech expert Katie Linendoll outlines the new ease of business travel and the best gadgets to make it even easier.
?According to a national survey released by Hyatt Place, and conducted by Harris Interactive, 50 percent of today?s road warriors say that life as a business traveler is easier and more productive now than it was 10 years ago, thanks in large part to modern hotels and evolving technology, keeping travelers both connected and comfortable.?
Companies that offer must-have services for traveling employees such as GPS, mobile hotspot data plans, and apps like AroundMe used to find restaurants, ATMs, and shipping facilities, stand to make high gains by meeting consumer needs. Businesses are likely to recognize these companies as travelers find ways to use technology to be more productive on the road.
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September 21, 2011
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Finance And Business | Credit Repair Counselor & Program :: By ...
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Credit repair counselors are everywhere these days. It?s big business since many Americans are finding themselves deeper and deeper in debt. In fact, over 90 million citizens carry an average debt of about $20,000 not including mortgages. That?s a lot! Most of it is credit card debt and it can balloon out of control before most people even realize they?re in trouble.
A credit repair counselor will help you work with your creditors to make payment arrangements or even obtain a debt consolidation loan to help pay them off. The counselor can help obtain better rates for you and even lower the interest rate you are paying on your outstanding balance. They?ll work with your creditors and help you with establishing a better relationship with them in the long run.
Once you have developed a plan with your credit repair counselor, they will help you develop a long-term plan that will help keep you from getting into the same situation you were in when you first contacted them. That means setting up a budget and then learning ways to stick to that budget. You will likely have monthly meetings with the credit repair counselor initially to address any issues that might arise in your financial dealings. They will give you tools to help you stick to your budget and stay out of trouble.
When looking for a credit repair counselor, do your homework before you sign on the dotted line. Check out their reputation with the Better Business Bureau and even your local Chamber of Commerce if they are local. Ask questions and pay close attention to the paperwork they are supposed to present you with.
A reputable credit repair counselor will advise you of your rights as a consumer, disclose the fees for their services in writing, and outline what will be happening during the time they will be working for you. If they seem to be making outlandish promises that seem too good to be true, don?t hire them and keep looking. A good credit repair counselor can be a great help toward making you more financially solvent and less stressed about your debts.
If you have found yourself in deep problems when it comes to your credit score, you may want to explore a credit repair program to get you back on your feet. What exactly is a credit repair program? Actually, you can look at a credit repair program in a couple of different ways.
First, there are credit repair programs that exist in the form of a class or seminar. These are usually held by credit counseling companies hoping to secure your business, but they are also offered by many local community colleges or universities and even as public relations offerings by your local government.
These seminars cover how to find out your credit score, read your credit report, and take steps to repair any credit problems you might be having. They are usually day long classes and will give you tools to use when it comes to obtaining, using, and monitoring your credit. They will help you repair your credit with an easy program and stay out of debt permanently.
A new phenomenon when it comes to a credit repair program involves the computer industry ? of course! There are many, many software programs available for sale that we?ve found all of which claim to help you repair your credit with the click of a mouse. Most of these credit repair software programs are very reasonably priced and will work with any operating system platform.
Their claims can be a little ?out there?, but Consumer?s Digest has done extensive research on these credit repair programs and found that many of them are actually legitimate and can really help those with credit problems. They can detect errors in your credit report and help you correct them, plus they come with financial software that can help keep you out of debt once you?ve repaired your credit to where it was before your troubles began.
A good credit repair software program will come with a money-back guarantee after a certain point and even a free trial so that you can see if it will meet your particular needs. They will fully outline what the program should be able to do and provide step-by-step instructions so that even the novice computer user can easily navigate the program with little to no experience.
Essentially, what a credit repair software program will do is exactly what a credit counseling service can do only at a fraction of the cost and in the comfort of your own home. These programs are definitely worth looking into when it comes to credit repair, so do your homework and choose your program wisely. Then get on the road toward better credit!
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Asian stocks dented by pessimism over Europe (AP)
BANGKOK ? Asian stocks floundered Tuesday as investors digested a credit downgrade slapped on Italy and awaited the outcome of a two-day Federal Reserve meeting that many hope will announce measures to boost U.S. growth.
Oil prices hovered below $86 a barrel while the dollar strengthened against the euro but slipped against the yen.
Japan's Nikkei 225 index fell 1.4 percent to 8,739.74 as export shares sagged amid a persistently strong yen that weighs on company profits.
Australia's S&P/ASX 200 dropped 1 percent to 4,042.90. Benchmarks in Taiwan, Indonesia and the Philippines also fell.
But Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.1 percent to 18,938.48 and South Korea's Kospi was 0.1 percent higher at 1,823.63. Indexes in mainland China, India, Singapore and Thailand also gained.
Investors are reluctant to engage in big moves as talks dragged on between international lending officials and Greece, which is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy.
"Today you don't have the panic selling you had yesterday, but still there is no buying. So we are in for a long bear market. I don't think the market is ready to rebound yet," said Francis Lun, managing director of Lyncean Holdings Ltd. in Hong Kong.
Meanwhile, Standard & Poor's downgrade of Italy's credit rating Monday added to "the pain and fear across eurozone markets," Credit Agricole CIB said in a research note. Italy's rating was cut by one notch due to weakening economic growth prospects and higher-than-expected levels of government debt, S&P said.
"Risk aversion remains highly elevated, with little prospect of a drop any time soon as Italy's downgrade adds to Europe's woes," Credit Agricole said.
In Tokyo trade, Honda Motor Corp. dropped 2.3 percent and electronics giant Sony Corp. fell 4.2 percent. Fujitsu Ltd., which provides technology services for mobile devices and servers, tumbled 4.2 percent.
Japanese Finance Minister Jun Azumi told reporters Tuesday that the recent sharp rise of the yen has slowed the pace of the country's economic recovery from the March earthquake and tsunami. Tokyo has not ruled out intervening in the currency market to stem the yen's rise against the U.S. dollar and other major currencies.
Investors are looking to the U.S. Federal Reserve in search of positive news. Many economists expect the Fed, which starts a two-day policy meeting later Tuesday, to announce something to jolt the sputtering U.S. economy.
Last month, the Fed took the step of endorsing a plan to keep short-term interest rates near zero through mid-2013.
Some economists expect the Fed to eventually try for the third time to stimulate growth through a program to buy Treasurys to lower long-term interest rates. That's a step known as "quantitative easing."
But hopes of Fed action did not mollify intensifying worries over Greece. Investors fear the nearly bankrupt country won't be able to convince lenders that it can pay its debts ? and that it won't get the money it needs to avoid a default.
The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 0.9 percent at 11,401.01 on Monday. The drop ended five days of gains for stocks and marked the return of the back-and-forth trading that has accompanied the uncertainty about Europe's debt crisis.
The Nasdaq composite fell 0.4 percent to 2,612.83. The Standard & Poor's 500 index fell 1 percent to 1,204.09.
Benchmark oil for October delivery was down 3 cents at $85.67 in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Crude dropped $2.26 to settle at $85.70 on Monday.
In London, Brent crude for November delivery was up 18 cents at $109.32 on the ICE Futures exchange.
In currencies, the dollar rose slightly to 76.53 yen from 76.50 yen in late trading Monday in New York. The euro fell to $1.3616 from $1.3671.
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AP Television News producer Annie Ho contributed from Hong Kong.
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