#Fundamentals and Applications 5th

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Asteroid Ceres (1)

Asteroid Ceres (1) in astrology represents nurturing, caregiving, and maternal instincts. Its placement in a birth chart influences how one nurtures and seeks nurturing from others. Ceres signifies emotional sustenance, family dynamics, and the ability to create a nurturing environment. Understanding Ceres' position reveals fundamental aspects of one's approach to care and emotional fulfillment in relationships and personal life.

Ceres in the Houses

Ceres in the 1st House: This placement suggests that nurturing and caretaking are integral to your identity and self-expression. You may have a nurturing presence and be seen as someone who takes care of others. Your personal growth and well-being may be closely tied to how you nurture yourself and others. Ceres in the 2nd House: Material security and values are important themes in your nurturing style. You may find fulfillment in providing for others or being provided for in practical ways. Financial stability and comfort may play a significant role in your nurturing relationships. Ceres in the 3rd House: Communication and intellectual stimulation are emphasized in your nurturing approach. You may express care and support through conversations, teaching, or sharing knowledge. Siblings and neighbors may play nurturing roles in your life. Ceres in the 4th House: Family and home are central to your nurturing style. You find fulfillment in creating a nurturing environment at home and may take on caregiving roles within your family. Your emotional security is closely tied to your sense of belonging and domestic harmony. Ceres in the 5th House: Creativity, playfulness, and children (if applicable) are emphasized in how you nurture and express care. You may find joy in creative activities with loved ones or in nurturing the inner child. Romantic relationships may involve a nurturing and supportive dynamic. Ceres in the 6th House: Service, health, and routines are integral to your nurturing approach. You may express care through practical acts of service or by promoting well-being in others. Work environments and daily routines may provide opportunities for nurturing interactions. Ceres in the 7th House: This placement suggests that nurturing and partnership are intertwined. You may express care through committed relationships or seek partners who provide nurturing support. Collaboration and mutual care are important in your relationships. Ceres in the 8th House: Intimacy, shared resources, and transformation play significant roles in your nurturing style. You may nurture through deep emotional connections or by supporting others through life transitions. Issues of trust and vulnerability are part of your nurturing dynamics. Ceres in the 9th House: Philosophy, beliefs, and higher learning influence how you nurture others. You may nurture through sharing wisdom, cultural experiences, or spiritual guidance. Travel and exploration may provide nurturing opportunities. Ceres in the 10th House: Career, public image, and achievement are important in how you express nurturing qualities. You may nurture through leadership roles, mentoring, or by achieving goals that benefit others. Your nurturing style may influence your professional life. Ceres in the 11th House: Friendships, social causes, and group activities are emphasized in your nurturing approach. You may nurture through community involvement, humanitarian efforts, or by supporting friends in their aspirations. Group dynamics play a nurturing role in your life. Ceres in the 12th House: Spirituality, compassion, and hidden strengths are integral to your nurturing style. You may nurture through acts of service, healing, or by providing emotional support behind the scenes. Intuitive and empathetic qualities enhance your nurturing abilities.

Ceres in the Signs

Aries: Ceres in Aries nurtures through independence, action, and self-discovery. You may nurture others by encouraging their autonomy and supporting their initiatives. Taurus: Ceres in Taurus nurtures through stability, sensuality, and practical support. You provide nurturing care by creating a secure and comfortable environment. Gemini: Ceres in Gemini nurtures through communication, intellectual engagement, and adaptability. You support others by sharing knowledge and engaging in lively conversations. Cancer: Ceres in Cancer nurtures through emotional support, home, and family. You provide nurturing care by creating a nurturing home environment and offering empathetic understanding. Leo: Ceres in Leo nurtures through generosity, creativity, and warmth. You express nurturing care by celebrating others' uniqueness and encouraging their creative self-expression. Virgo: Ceres in Virgo nurtures through practical assistance, organization, and attention to detail. You provide nurturing care by offering practical solutions and reliable support. Libra: Ceres in Libra nurtures through harmony, fairness, and cooperation. You express nurturing care by promoting balance in relationships and encouraging mutual respect. Scorpio: Ceres in Scorpio nurtures through depth, intimacy, and transformation. You provide nurturing care by supporting others through emotional challenges and promoting personal growth. Sagittarius: Ceres in Sagittarius nurtures through optimism, exploration, and freedom. You offer nurturing care by expanding others' horizons and encouraging their independence. Capricorn: Ceres in Capricorn nurtures through responsibility, discipline, and long-term goals. You express nurturing care by providing stability and supporting others' ambitions. Aquarius: Ceres in Aquarius nurtures through innovation, humanitarianism, and progressive ideas. You provide nurturing care by fostering individuality and promoting social change. Pisces: Ceres in Pisces nurtures through compassion, spirituality, and creativity. You offer nurturing care by providing emotional support, inspiring dreams, and fostering healing.

Ceres in Aspects

Conjunctions: A conjunction of Ceres with another planet intensifies the influence of that planet on your nurturing style and relationships. For example, Ceres conjunct Venus emphasizes nurturing through love and harmony, while Ceres conjunct Mars highlights nurturing through assertiveness and action. Sextiles and Trines: These harmonious aspects indicate ease and support in integrating the energies of Ceres and the other planet involved. For example, Ceres sextile Mercury suggests smooth communication and intellectual nurturing, while Ceres trine Jupiter indicates nurturing through growth and expansion. Squares and Oppositions: These challenging aspects can indicate tension or conflict that needs to be addressed in nurturing and caregiving dynamics. For example, Ceres square Saturn might indicate issues with boundaries or responsibilities in caregiving, while Ceres opposition Uranus could highlight a need to balance independence with nurturing connections.

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week of may 5th, 2024

these are written predominantly for the *rising* signs but they are also intuitively "channeled" enough that they should work for any dominant energy you have! (try your sun if you don't know rising, or more advanced readers can try moon, anywhere you have a stellium, etc and see what works best for you!)

aries: this week's new moon is a money and resources moon for you. if you are having any trouble in that arena or just want a boost, this is a perfect time to set related intentions. live in accordance with your highest personal values to complete the magic.

taurus: the entire week's astrology is broadly pretty supportive for you but especially the new moon. use it to reset or reinvigorate your self concept or any aspect of your appearance or personality.

gemini: focus this week on soul work as much as you can. anything to do with integrating your shadow, healing traumas, or building a healthier life are auspicious; bonus points if you can volunteer in a hospital or prison, or with marginalized people of any kind.

cancerians: homebody though you may be this is a good week for socializing, networking, making new friends, and encountering helpful people and spirits. it's ok to sit around a bit but if you need something, don't expect it to simply fall into your lap. it's much less work if you just put yourself in the right places. your intuition can guide you to them.

leo: the new moon this week is great for your public image and reputation. do job applications, get recommendation letters, take professional photos, and if you have a brand, give it a polish around this time.

virgo: an auspicious taurean new moon occurs this week giving you a boost if you are an academic or a traveler or a spiritual person. but perhaps more of a focus for you is the mercury-ceres square shortly thereafter; that cardinal tug of war can feel like you have to rush into starting something, but it's better to wait a week or so. try not to do anything that feels like too much of a chore, unless it is truly urgent. carefully avoid lending or borrowing.

libra: a recent lack of air sign activity might have you feeling a little wilty but the venusian/taurean quality of the time can also be quite supportive to you. don't expect too much from external validation but put a lot of time and care (not necessarily hard work) into yourself, your health and your happiness.

scorpio: the taurus new moon breathes new life into any committed partnerships you are in, especially romantic ones. if you're not in one it might bring one to you, or the first stirrings of one.

sagittarius: if you've felt even the slightest nudgings towards a new routine or workout plan or day to day work, try to follow that inkling! the new moon this week is auspicious for turning the mundane into sacred but daily rituals.

capricorns: the academic or religious among you benefit a lot from the new taurus moon this week. and if you are not particularly academic or religious you might find yourself having a philosophical revelation, or making extensive travel plans.

aquarius: it may be good to spend a little extra time at home this week, really caring for your body and the building or room in which you live. give it its fundamental care, and then also lovingly decorate to boost your mood and strength.

pisces: it is easier to make new friends this week than usual, or simply to make helpful connections with groups or institutions. if you've been looking for a new circle of friends, a new job, or a new organization, start networking and see what the new moon in taurus brings your way.

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New diagnostic tool will help LIGO hunt gravitational waves

Machine learning tool developed by UCR researchers will help answer fundamental questions about the universe.

Finding patterns and reducing noise in large, complex datasets generated by the gravitational wave-detecting LIGO facility just got easier, thanks to the work of scientists at the University of California, Riverside. 

The UCR researchers presented a paper at a recent IEEE big-data workshop, demonstrating a new, unsupervised machine learning approach to find new patterns in the auxiliary channel data of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, or LIGO. The technology is also potentially applicable to large scale particle accelerator experiments and large complex industrial systems.

LIGO is a facility that detects gravitational waves — transient disturbances in the fabric of spacetime itself, generated by the acceleration of massive bodies. It was the first to detect such waves from merging black holes, confirming a key part of Einstein’s Theory of Relativity. LIGO has two widely-separated 4-km-long interferometers — in Hanford, Washington, and Livingston, Louisiana — that work together to detect gravitational waves by employing high-power laser beams. The discoveries these detectors make offer a new way to observe the universe and address questions about the nature of black holes, cosmology, and the densest states of matter in the universe.

Each of the two LIGO detectors records thousands of data streams, or channels, which make up the output of environmental sensors located at the detector sites. 

“The machine learning approach we developed in close collaboration with LIGO commissioners and stakeholders identifies patterns in data entirely on its own,” said Jonathan Richardson, an assistant professor of physics and astronomy who leads the UCR LIGO group. “We find that it recovers the environmental ‘states’ known to the operators at the LIGO detector sites extremely well, with no human input at all. This opens the door to a powerful new experimental tool we can use to help localize noise couplings and directly guide future improvements to the detectors.”

Richardson explained that the LIGO detectors are extremely sensitive to any type of external disturbance. Ground motion and any type of vibrational motion — from the wind to ocean waves striking the coast of Greenland or the Pacific — can affect the sensitivity of the experiment and the data quality, resulting in “glitches” or periods of increased noise bursts, he said. 

“Monitoring the environmental conditions is continuously done at the sites,” he said. “LIGO has more than 100,000 auxiliary channels with seismometers and accelerometers sensing the environment where the interferometers are located. The tool we developed can identify different environmental states of interest, such as earthquakes, microseisms, and anthropogenic noise, across a number of carefully selected and curated sensing channels.”

Vagelis Papalexakis, an associate professor of computer science and engineering who holds the Ross Family Chair in Computer Science, presented the team’s paper, titled “Multivariate Time Series Clustering for Environmental State Characterization of Ground-Based Gravitational-Wave Detectors,” at the IEEE's 5th International Workshop on Big Data & AI Tools, Models, and Use Cases for Innovative Scientific Discovery that took place last month in Washington, D.C.

“The way our machine learning approach works is that we take a model tasked with identifying patterns in a dataset and we let the model find patterns on its own,” Papalexakis said. “The tool was able to identify the same patterns that very closely correspond to the physically meaningful environmental states that are already known to human operators and commissioners at the LIGO sites.”

Papalexakis added that the team had worked with the LIGO Scientific Collaboration to secure the release of a very large dataset that pertains to the analysis reported in the research paper. This data release allows the research community to not only validate the team’s results but also develop new algorithms that seek to identify patterns in the data.

“We have identified a fascinating link between external environmental noise and the presence of certain types of glitches that corrupt the quality of the data,” Papalexakis said. “This discovery has the potential to help eliminate or prevent the occurrence of such noise.”

The team organized and worked through all the LIGO channels for about a year. Richardson noted that the data release was a major undertaking. 

“Our team spearheaded this release on behalf of the whole LIGO Scientific Collaboration, which has about 3,200 members,” he said. “This is the first of these particular types of datasets and we think it’s going to have a large impact in the machine learning and the computer science community.”

Richardson explained that the tool the team developed can take information from signals from numerous heterogeneous sensors that are measuring different disturbances around the LIGO sites. The tool can distill the information into a single state, he said, that can then be used to search for time series associations of when noise problems occurred in the LIGO detectors and correlate them with the sites’ environmental states at those times.

“If you can identify the patterns, you can make physical changes to the detector — replace components, for example,” he said. “The hope is that our tool can shed light on physical noise coupling pathways that allow for actionable experimental changes to be made to the LIGO detectors. Our long-term goal is for this tool to be used to detect new associations and new forms of environmental states associated with unknown noise problems in the interferometers.”

Pooyan Goodarzi, a doctoral student working with Richardson and a coauthor on the paper, emphasized the importance of releasing the dataset publicly. 

“Typically, such data tend to be proprietary,” he said. “We managed, nonetheless, to release a large-scale dataset that we hope results in more interdisciplinary research in data science and machine learning.”

The team’s research was supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation awarded through a special program, Advancing Discovery with AI-Powered Tools, focused on applying artificial intelligence/machine learning to address problems in the physical sciences. 

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"Mastering Strategy: The Enduring Brilliance of Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War'"

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu stands as a timeless masterpiece in the realm of military strategy and has transcended its origins in ancient China to become a revered guide for success in various domains. Dating back to the 5th century BCE, Sun Tzu's treatise has not only influenced military tactics but has also found applications in business, leadership, and diplomacy. The title, "The Art of War," serves as an alluring invitation into the world of strategic wisdom, where Sun Tzu imparts his profound insights on warfare and the strategic mindset.

Sun Tzu's treatise comprises thirteen chapters, each a strategic gem that encapsulates the essence of successful warfare. The title echoes the overarching theme—the approach to war as an art form, requiring not only brute force but also a nuanced understanding of the psychological, logistical, and strategic dimensions of conflict. Sun Tzu's teachings are framed within the context of deception, adaptability, and the ability to understand and exploit the vulnerabilities of both enemies and oneself.

The treatise begins with the famous assertion that "All warfare is based on deception." The title, "The Art of War," encapsulates this fundamental premise, emphasizing the nuanced, strategic thinking required to achieve victory. Sun Tzu's emphasis on intelligence, reconnaissance, and the understanding of the enemy's mindset forms the foundation of his strategic philosophy. The title becomes a gateway to a world where war is not just about battles but about outthinking and outmaneuvering the opponent.

One of the enduring qualities of "The Art of War" is its adaptability to different contexts. The title serves as a beacon for leaders and strategists across diverse fields who seek to navigate the complexities of competition and conflict. Sun Tzu's teachings on the importance of knowing oneself and knowing the enemy resonate as universal principles applicable to corporate boardrooms, political negotiations, and personal development. The title becomes a mantra for those who understand that strategic thinking is not confined to the battlefield but is a crucial aspect of success in any endeavor.

Sun Tzu's strategic brilliance is evident in his emphasis on winning without fighting. The title encapsulates this paradoxical approach to war, where the ultimate triumph lies not in the bloodshed of battle but in the ability to secure victory through strategic maneuvers and psychological advantage. The treatise becomes a guide for leaders seeking to minimize conflict and maximize success through shrewd decision-making and calculated actions.

"The Art of War" is not a glorification of war but a pragmatic guide to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively. The title encapsulates the dichotomy of war as both a destructive force and a disciplined art form. Sun Tzu's emphasis on planning, adaptability, and the exploitation of opportunities resonates through the pages, making the title a symbol of strategic acumen that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

In conclusion, "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is a masterpiece that continues to shape the understanding of strategy and warfare. The title, with its enigmatic simplicity, beckons readers into a world of strategic wisdom, where the artistry of war lies in the meticulous planning, insightful adaptation, and the ability to achieve objectives without unnecessary conflict. Sun Tzu's treatise remains a testament to the enduring relevance of strategic thinking, making the title not just an invitation to study military tactics but an exploration of the timeless principles that govern success in the art of war and beyond.

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 19.00$ editions.

Number of pages: 218

Language: English

Rating: 9/10                                           

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Review By: King's Cat

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Low Harmonic Drives: Driving Towards a Greener Future How Clean Power is Empowering the Automotive Industry

Over the past few decades, variable frequency drives (VFDs) have become widespread in industrial and commercial applications for their ability to control motor speed and torque. Traditionally, VFDs utilize pulse width modulation (PWM) techniques to vary motor voltage and frequency. However, PWM generates high harmonic currents that can damage motors, heat up transformers and power cables, and potentially cause voltage distortions on the utility grid. To address these challenges, a new generation of low harmonic drives has emerged based on advanced switching algorithms. What are Harmonics? In electrical systems, harmonics refer to sinusoidal voltages or currents having frequencies that are integer multiples of the fundamental power supply frequency, usually 50 or 60 Hz. Harmonics are produced by non-linear loads like adjustable speed drives that draw non-sinusoidal currents from the power source. The extra frequencies generated interact with the system impedance and generate losses, heating, vibrations, torque pulsations and can even cause misoperation of protective devices if sufficiently high in magnitude. Harmonics cause additional power losses in distribution transformers and overvoltages that reduce insulation lifetime. They can also interfere with communication lines. Traditional PWM Drives and their Harmonic Impact Traditional PWM VFDs employ insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) or thyristors to rapidly switch the motor voltages on and off, generating quasi-square wave voltages to control motor speed. However, when these non-sinusoidal voltages are applied to the motor windings, they produce harmonic currents in the supply lines that are integer multiples of the fundamental supply frequency. Specifically, PWM drive techniques generate dominant 5th and 7th order harmonics that can propagate back into the utility system if not properly filtered. The harmonic currents not only stress motor windings but also increase I2R losses in the supply feeders and distribution transformers. Low Harmonic Drives can cause overheating in older transformers not designed for harmonics. Harmonic distortions also increase circulating currents within delta-wye grounded transformers. To mitigate these issues, dedicated harmonic filters need to be installed, increasing overall system costs. Excessive harmonics if left unchecked can even cause protective relays to malfunction. Advancements in Low Harmonic Drive Technology To address harmonic pollution from VFDs, innovative drive manufacturers have developed new low harmonic drive technologies based on advanced switching algorithms that naturally minimize the generation of lower order harmonics. Pulse-Density Modulation

One such technique is pulse density modulation (PDM) where the IGBTs are switched at high frequencies using narrower pulses compared to traditional square waves. By spacing the pulses closer together over time, PDM produces quasi-sinusoidal drive output voltages that inherently contain lower harmonics. PDM drives generate less than 5% total harmonic distortion (THD) without additional filters. Active Front End Drives

Another option is active front end (AFE) drives with a front-end rectifier consisting of IGBTs or MOSFETs instead of diode bridges. The AFE rectifier actively shapes the supply current waveform to follow the voltage waveform and provide near unity power factor without harmonics. AFE drives come with integrated DC chokes to absorb any remaining higher order harmonics internally, keeping them well below 5% THD.

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How to Use Robotics to Teach STEM Concepts in the Classroom

Robotics in STEM education is a boon for educators. Why? 

Robotics equips students with the best competencies. It teaches kids to physically build the theories they are learning. And the best part? It intrigues them and sparks curiosity which keeps them motivated and engaged. 

Also, did you know robotics can be tailored to any skill level, they can learn a lot with the options available. That being said, let's understand how schools can use educational robotics kits from grades 1-8 to provide the best STEM learning experience: 

Grade 8

For eighth-grade students, who they already are learning new concepts - topics like force and pressure, electricity and magnetism, and electromagnetic induction, are quite difficult to grasp initially. 

However, the force and pressure topic can be taught easily with the dumper trucks robotic model. The scissor lift model can be used for learning complex topics like speed and power and their interdependence.

Using these robotics kits for schools, specifically in eighth grade, bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. All the technical, advanced concepts become more tangible to grasp. 

Grade 7

Educational robotics kits make visualization easy for concepts like basic forces. Teachers in seventh grade, to teach atmospheric pressure, potential & kinetic energy, and simple machines can use the forklift model to make learning interactive.

Students here can easily understand the principles of potential and kinetic energy. They also get to build and operate the forklift, which is an amazing experience altogether.

Grade 6

For kids of sixth grade, light, shadow, and reflection topics are difficult to understand, since everything here is clear when done practically. This notion also comes true to topics like mechanical advantage, and ratio & proportion. One such education robotics kit model is a gear-changing car. 

This model helps students understand mechanical advantage. Teachers can show them how different gear sizes impact speed and force directly. Some more options are a wheel sorting machine to understand ratio and proportion and a toll both for learning light and reflection.

Grade 5

Even robots come with basic communication requirements. If students are taught these fundamental concepts in the fifth grade, they can easily use and handle the kits in the grades ahead. And also topics like rotation and revolution, initially these topics can confuse 5th graders.

The giant wheel model helps students grasp rotation and revolution principles. Next, an autonomous car that operates without human input. It uses sensors, software, and hardware to navigate roads. Students here get to learn both - how to program and operate an autonomous car. With this, they can even learn basic communication principles in robotics.

Grade 4

Fourth is the best grade to allow kids to enter a stem tinkering lab. Topics like biological creature movement, basics of magnets, or basic forces require a practical teaching approach - and educational robotics kits are great for teaching those. 

For example, constructing a compass. This will help students understand the basics of magnetism. With this kit, they can learn how magnetic fields interact with the Earth’s poles, which is quite an exciting experience.

STEM education is truly a transformative experience. Students don't just learn, they enjoy the process. And this is what we want for our future leaders, don't we?  https://blix.in/

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Stop Closing Your iPhone’s Background Apps

We All Perform This iPhone Maintenance Ritual, But It's a Mythical Waste of Time That's Been Around For Years.

— By Maxwell Zeff | Monday February 19th, 2024 | Gizmodo

Photo: Mr.Mikla (Shutterstock)

Apple users seem unanimously convinced that closing background apps is a good habit, but it’s more likely a waste of time. For too long, I’ve watched friends and family orchestrate a frenzy of up-swipes from their iPhone’s multitasking screen to cleanse themselves of countless open background apps.

Perhaps this mythical ritual of iPhone maintenance will save battery, make your phone run faster, or stop social media companies from tracking you. While it’s not crazy to think so, it’s simply a lie we’ve all been living. Closing background apps does nothing because those apps aren’t actually “running.”

In 2016, Apple’s senior vice president of software engineering, Craig Federighi, confirmed that closing your background apps does nothing for your battery life, in response to a customer’s email shared with 9to5Mac. On a technical level, most of your background apps are essentially frozen, and your system just displays a screenshot of them for consistency. The impact on your battery life is negligible.

The same can be said for Android as well. In fact, closing your background apps actually uses more battery than just leaving them open. That’s because shutting down and initializing an app requires more energy than restoring it from its suspended state in your “background.”

Federighi also notes that closing background apps does nothing to improve your phone’s performance, for many of the same reasons it doesn’t affect your battery. iOS manages your iPhone’s RAM as efficiently as possible by default, and closing your background apps does not optimize anything.

In terms of privacy, force-closing apps do nothing to stop companies from tracking you, according to The Washington Post. Apps can still collect your data even if they’re closed. Contrary to popular belief, apps can still track you even if you force quit them.

The key misunderstanding here is that force quitting an app is different from turning “Background App Refresh” off. Turning off “Background App Refresh” in your settings is the most surefire way to address all these problems.

Origins of the Myth

This myth seems to have originated on community forums in the days after the first iPhone’s release. On July 5th, 2007, just a week after the iPhone’s release, one user posted about their Safari application running in the background in Apple’s community forum.

“When you click the home button after you have been using Safari, is it still running in the background and draining the battery?” said the user.

“I am pretty sure EVERYTHING is running in the background,” replied another user.

There were many other community forum posts about this same confusion at the time, including one very popular post on Stack Overflow. However, it’s clear this misconception has occurred for many users since the beginning.

Why It’s Pervasive

This myth, like others, is pervasive because it feels like it should be true. On a computer, having too many tabs or applications open can make it run slower. That much is true, but an iPhone’s operating system is fundamentally different. Apps on your iPhone are meant to permanently stay open, able to be called up in an instant at any time. This distinction was never made clear by Apple.

Apple has never claimed that closing background apps improves your phone’s performance. The company has always quietly maintained you should only force quit an application if it’s frozen.

But still, millions of people are wasting their days, and their batteries, closing their background apps. It’s one of the most pervasive myths in technology, but we need to stop performing this iPhone cleansing ritual once and for all.

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Court refuses to stop arrest, prosecution of suspended Adamawa REC, Yunusa-Ari

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Friday, dismissed a suit filed by Hudu Yunusa-Ari, the suspended Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, in Adamawa, seeking protection against arrest, detention or prosecution by the police and others. Justice James Omotosho, in a judgement, dismissed the suit for lacking in merit. Justice Omotosho held that though Yunusa-Ari, in his fundamental rights enforcement suit, made an elaborate show by trying to shield himself from being arrested, detained or prosecuted by security agencies, there was no ground where such immunity could have been granted by the court. The judge agreed with the respondents that the suspended REC derailed his allegations when he claimed that the respondents subjected him to a media trial. He observed that Yunusa-Ari also claimed that his fundamental right was breached by the respondents for posting negative information against him on social media, while insisting that he was not giving fair hearing. But Justice Omotosho held that the issue of fair hearing had nothing to do with publications of news worthy matters by the media practitioners in order not to fail in their responsibility of dissemination of information to the society. He said “news reported by the media is not a court of law and that the media, as the fourth estate of the realm, must be free to report at all times.” Besides, he said the applicant had not shown that he was dragged to any court or tribunal but only claimed that the respondents engaged in media trial against him. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the suspended REC had, in a suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/563/2023, sued the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police, and the Nigeria Police Force as 1st and 2nd respondents. Also joined in the suit filed by his lawyer, Jibrin Okutepa, SAN, include the Attorney-General of Federation and Minister of Justice, Director of Department of State Services (DSS) and Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as 3rd to 5th respondents respectively. Yunusa-Ari, who sought eight reliefs, prayed an order of perpetual injunction, restraining the respondents from arresting, detaining or causing his arrest or detention, harassment or intimidation for carrying out his lawful duties as the INEC REC in Adamawa during the supplementary governorship election held in the state on April 15, 2023. He also sought an order directing the respondents to publish an apology in two national dailies “for the unlawful and unconstitutional media trials and negative press interviews, press statements/release, social media posts, publications etc against” him for carrying out his lawful duties as INEC REC. Giving six grounds, he said he was the REC during Feb. 25, 2023 and March 18, 2023, general elections, including the supplementary poll on April 15, 2023. He also sought an order directing the respondents to publish an apology in two national dailies “for the unlawful and unconstitutional media trials and negative press interviews, press statements/release, social media posts, publications etc against” him for carrying out his lawful duties as INEC REC. Giving six grounds, he said he was the REC during Feb. 25, 2023 and March 18, 2023, general elections, including the supplementary poll on April 15, 2023. He said after the general elections, he issued an interim report which raised a lot of criminal issues against security agencies and some INEC staff. He said the respondents only considered part of his report, leading to the conduct of a supplementary governorship and state house of assembly elections on April 15, 2023 in the state. He averred that upon the conclusion of the supplementary poll, he wrote his report and to his total shock and dismay, instead of investigating the persons named in his report and the issues raised in the said report, the respondents had continuously embarked on media trials against him. Yunusa-Ari alleged that the respondents and their agents, without any valid judgment and conviction by a competent court, had made several press and social media pronouncements against him that he was guilty of a criminal offence in the performances of his lawful duties as INEC REC. He described the acts as “a gross violation of his constitutional right to fair hearing.” But delivering the judgment, Justice Omotosho held that the only issue to determine in the case was whether the fundamental rights of Yunusa-Ari were breached by any of the respondents. The judge said though the fundamental rights are sacrosanct to every human being, the rights are not absolute. He held that the suspended REC filed the suit quoting Section 35 of Chapter 4 of the 1999 Constitution to prevent himself from being prosecuted for the role he played in the 2023 Adamawa governorship election. “This court will not shied any person against investigation or prosecution if a prima facie case is established against such person,” the judge said. Justice Omotosho, who described the suit as “highly unmeritorious,” declared that the “suit lacks merit”. “This suit is hereby dismissed for lack of merit,” he said. Read the full article

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Breaking News: 5G Patents Partnership Nokia and Vivo’s Epic

Nokia and Vivo’s Epic 5G Patents

The groundbreaking multi-year 5G patents agreement for the network has been forged between Nokia and Vivo

In a move that will go down in history, the global technological giant vivo has formally signed a worldwide patent cross-license deal with Nokia. This arrangement will forever change the game. The cooperation agreement covers an extensive number about topics, which is not limited to standard-essential 5G Patents as well as several kinds of various additional wireless communications technologies.

An important turning point in the history of the technology sector was reached on February 5th, 2024, when the announcement was made. This announcement demonstrated a dedication to innovation and intellectual property.

Accord on a Global Scale

Xianwen Xu, who is the General Manager of the Legal Affairs Department at vivo, underscored the importance of this agreement by highlighting the enormous investment that the firm has made in Research and Development (R&D) linked to 5G technology.

Vivo has an impressive portfolio of intellectual property (IP), which includes more than 6,000 families of patents that are fundamental to the evolution of 5G Patents. This agreement not only serves as a symbol of mutual acknowledgment and respect for the patent value of each other, but it also helps to contribute to the establishment of a constructive atmosphere within the industry.

Dominance of Vivo in the Intellectual Property Market

In the cellular communication market, which is constantly expanding, vivo has solidified its place as a prominent participant by filing patent applications in more than seventy nations and territories as of the 31st of December, 2023. The patent portfolio of the corporation includes an astounding 25,000 families, with a special emphasis on inventions that are fundamental to the 5G standard.

IP Lytics, a well-known worldwide patent data source, has published a research titled “Who Is Leading the 5G Patents Race?” in which they assert that vivo is now in the top position in terms of patents that are fundamental to the 5G standard.

From Nokia’s Point of View

When asked about the partnership with vivo, Jenni Lukander, President of Nokia Technologies, stated her complete satisfaction. In a statement that highlighted the agreement’s reflection of mutual respect for intellectual property rights, Lukander added that Nokia, which has made significant technical contributions to the smartphone sector, is looking forward to delivering further innovation to vivo’s worldwide user base via this partnership.

Influence on the Industry

The intellectual property settlement between Nokia and vivo, particularly covers over the course of several decades, not simply strengthens the company’s standing in the electronics sector but it also paves the way for revolutionary and unprecedented technologies. Because of Vivo’s aggressive commitment to regulatory bodies as well as Nokia’s long-standing reputation as an electronics pioneer, is a the two companies have the possibility for a synergies that might have a significant impact on the development of cellular communication technologies in the future.

Finding Solutions to Legal Issues

The deal is more than just a simple patent cross-license, it represents the conclusion of all litigations that have been ongoing between Nokia and vivo in a number of different countries. This not only provides a framework for a future that is collaborative and mutually beneficial, but it also eliminates any legal issues that may have existed.

Repercussions on the finances

According to Nokia’s projections, the company will begin to recognize net revenues from this deal around the first quarter of 2024. Despite the fact that the contents of the arrangement are classified, they illustrate Nokia’s strategic approach to the process of continuously renewing its smartphone licenses. Through this transaction, Nokia has secured its position as a prominent participant in licensing arrangements with major smartphone manufacturers throughout the world. This is the sixth major smartphone licensing agreement that Nokia has entered into in the previous thirteen months.

Final Thoughts

Ultimately, the multi-year patent agreement for 5G Patents that was reached between Nokia and vivo is a demonstration of how the landscape of the cellular communication business is constantly shifting. Through this partnership, not only are the technical capabilities of both firms brought to light, but also the significance of intellectual property in the process of promoting innovation is brought to light.

Vivo and Nokia are now at the forefront of 5G technology thanks to this agreement, which promises a future that will be distinguished by ground-breaking innovations. This agreement comes at a time when the industry is continuing to experience dramatic transitions.

FAQS:

What are 5G patents?

The patent and licensing process supports 5G standardization, which improves performance across networks, devices, and operators and opens up new income opportunities with innovative new use cases and business models.

What patents do?

An innovation is entitled to a patent, which is an exclusive privilege. Put another way, a patent is the exclusive right to a product or service that, in most cases, offers a novel approach to a problem or a fresh technological solution.

How many patents does Nokia hold?

The Nokia corporation Patents:  Nokia has 56947 patents worldwide, of which 26281 have been approved. Over 59% of these 56947 patents are still in active use. China, the US, and Europe (EPO) are the regions in which Nokia has filed the greatest number of patents.

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Emily Cheng

1. Name, Year, Major, and Hometown

emily cheng, 5th year, statistics, daly city  

2. What’s your roman empire?

all of newjeans is younger than me but they’re famous and i can barely figure life out :’) 

3. What is the best compliment you have ever received?

i have a good vibe 

4. If your life was a movie what genre would it be (comedy, horror, drama, etc.) and what actor would play you?

dramatic comedy & ken jeong bc i can be sarcastic and chaotic. my personality also changes depending on who im with so i can be adaptable. 

5. What is something on your college bucket list?

graduate. i've been here too long

6. What’s your guilty pleasure? (song, movie, food etc.)

kdramas (esp romcoms), cheetos, m&ms 

7. What are your bad habits?

girl math, being attached to my phone until bereal goes off, relying on caffeine 

8. What are your favorite song lyrics?

"Who's your friend who likes to play? Bing Bong, Bing Bong His rocket makes you yell "Hooray!" Bing Bong, Bing Bong Who's the best in every way, and wants to sing this song to say. Bing Bong, Bing Bong!" my favorite movie ever is inside out :') 

9. Defend your unpopular opinion/ hot take

fruity cereals (trix, froot loops, fruity pebbles) are nasty. it’s just a bowl of sugar 

10. Describe a time where you had to step up and be a leader?

"In a recent team project, a pivotal moment demanded leadership, and I willingly stepped into the role. Our project, focused on developing an innovative application, encountered unforeseen technical challenges that posed a threat to its success. The team found itself at a crossroads, torn between the prospect of overhauling a fundamental component and adhering to the existing plan, which carried its own set of risks. Acknowledging the urgency of the situation, I convened a team meeting to address the issue head-on. I initiated an open and honest discussion, fostering an environment where every team member felt encouraged to share their insights and concerns. As a leader, I listened actively, ensuring that diverse perspectives were valued and considered. Guiding the team through a collaborative decision-making process, I worked to reach a consensus that everyone could endorse. Through transparent communication, I kept the team informed of our progress and maintained a positive atmosphere amid the prevailing uncertainty. The collaborative effort resulted in a well-informed decision to modify the existing approach, and the team rallied together to implement the changes swiftly. This experience underscored the significance of adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to make decisive choices under pressure. Ultimately, the project not only overcame its challenges but emerged stronger due to the collective leadership and collaboration exhibited during this critical phase, highlighting the transformative impact of cohesive teamwork." - chatgpt

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Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications 5th Edition by Duane E. Haines and Gregory A. Mihailoff, ISBN-13: 978-0323396325 [PDF eBook eTextbook] 528 pages Publisher: Elsevier; 5 edition (October 27, 2017) Language: English ISBN-10: 9780323396325 ISBN-13: 978-0323396325 Using a rigorous yet clinically-focused approach, Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications, 5th Edition, covers the fundamental neuroscience information needed for coursework, exams, and beyond. It integrates neuroanatomy, pharmacology, and physiology, and offers a full section devoted to systems neurobiology, helping you comprehend and retain the complex material you need to know. – Highlights clinical content in blue throughout the text, helping you focus on what you need to know in the clinical environment. – Presents thoroughly updated information in every chapter, with an emphasis on new clinical thinking as related to the brain and systems neurobiology. – Features hundreds of correlated state-of-the-art imaging examples, anatomical diagrams, and histology photos – nearly half are new or improved for this edition. – Pays special attention to the correct use of clinical and anatomical terminology, and provides new clinical text and clinical-anatomical correlations. Table of contents: Front Cover……Page 1 IFC……Page 2 FUNDAMENTAL NEUROSCIENCE for Basic and Clinical Applications……Page 3 FUNDAMENTAL NEUROSCIENCE for Basic and Clinical Applications……Page 5 Copyright……Page 6 Contributors……Page 7 Preface……Page 9 Acknowledgments……Page 11 Contents……Page 13 I – ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS……Page 15 Neurons……Page 17 Spinal Cord……Page 18 Thalamus……Page 19 FUNCTIONAL SYSTEMS AND REGIONS……Page 20 CONCEPT OF AFFERENT AND EFFERENT……Page 21 CLINICAL IMAGES OF THE BRAIN AND SKULL……Page 22 Computed Tomography……Page 23 Magnetic Resonance Imaging……Page 24 Imaging of the Brain and Skull……Page 25 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 29 STRUCTURE OF NEURONS……Page 30 Cell Body……Page 31 Axons and Axon Terminals……Page 34 Axonal Transport as a Research Tool……Page 35 ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES OF NEURONS……Page 36 Chemical Synapses……Page 37 Disorders of Neurotransmitter Metabolism……Page 39 ASTROCYTES……Page 40 Astrocytes at the Blood-Brain Barrier……Page 41 CONTROL OF LOCAL BLOOD FLOW WITHIN THE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM……Page 42 OLIGODENDROCYTES……Page 43 Glia-Derived Tumors……Page 44 SUPPORTING CELLS OF THE PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM……Page 46 DEGENERATION AND REGENERATION……Page 47 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 49 Forces Due to Concentration Gradients……Page 50 Electrical Forces……Page 52 Membrane Potential……Page 53 Fluid Transport: Pumps and Channels……Page 54 Pain and a Syndrome of Periodic Paralysis……Page 55 Microbial Attacks: Antibiotics……Page 56 Generator Potentials……Page 57 Receptor Binding and Channel Gating……Page 58 Calculation of the End Plate Potential by Ohm’s Law……Page 59 Compound Action Potentials……Page 60 Cable Properties of Nerve Processes……Page 61 Sodium Channel Activated by Depolarization……Page 62 Threshold Voltage……Page 63 Gating, Selectivity, and the Structure of the Sodium Channel……Page 64 Tetany……Page 65 Controlling Excitability……Page 66 NEURONAL ACTIVITY AS INFORMATION……Page 68 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 70 Synthesis and Storage……Page 71 GLUTAMATE RECEPTORS: THE TETRAMERIC EXCITATORY IONOTROPIC RECEPTORS……Page 72 AMPA Receptors and Milliseconds of Excitation……Page 73 CYS-LOOP RECEPTORS: THE PENTAMERIC MULTIFUNCTIONAL IONOTROPIC RECEPTORS……Page 76 Neuromuscular Junction Structure and Transmitter Release……Page 77 Synaptic Vesicles: Transmitter Storage and Release……Page 78 Tetanus……Page 80 Serotonin (5-HT) and Emesis……Page 81 G Proteins Have Receptors as Exchange Factors……Page 82 THE BIOGENIC AMINES MODULATE SYNAPTIC ACTIVITY……Page 83 Catechol Synthesis and Storage……Page 84 Serotonin Synthesis and Functions……Page 85 Psychotropic Drugs and the Uptake and Delivery of Catecholamines……Page 86 RETROGRADE TRANSMISSION……Page 87 CODA……Page 88 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 89 DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEURAL TUBE: GENERAL CONCEPTS……Page 90 BRAIN DEVELOPMENT……Page 91 Congenital Nervous System Defects of Primary Neurulation……Page 92 Secondary Neurulation……Page 93 Diencephalon and Cerebral Hemispheres……Page 94 Infectious Diseases Causing Congenital Nervous System Defects……Page 96 Neural Crest……Page 97 Basic Features……Page 98 Spinal Cord……Page 99 Brainstem……Page 100 Cerebellum……Page 102 Cerebral Cortex……Page 103 Abnormalities of Cortical Development……Page 104 Overproduction of Neurons and Apoptosis……Page 105 Plasticity and Competition……Page 106 Myelination……Page 107 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 109 II – REGIONAL NEUROBIOLOGY……Page 110 DEVELOPMENT……Page 112 Formation of the Choroid Plexus……Page 113 Third Ventricle……Page 115 Cerebral Aqueduct……Page 116 Ependyma……Page 117 Ependymomas……Page 118 Choroid Plexus……Page 119 Cerebrospinal Fluid in Health and Disease……Page 120 Cerebrospinal Fluid Production and Circulation……Page 122 Obstructive Hydrocephalus……Page 123 Communicating Hydrocephalus……Page 124 Normal-Pressure Hydrocephalus……Page 125 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 126 DEVELOPMENT OF THE MENINGES……Page 127 OVERVIEW OF THE MENINGES……Page 128 Dural Border Cell Layer……Page 129 Dural Infoldings and Sinuses……Page 130 Compartments and Herniation Syndromes……Page 131 Arachnoid Barrier Cell Layer……Page 132 Arachnoid Villi……Page 133 General Histologic Features……Page 134 Symptoms and Treatment……Page 135 Pia Mater……Page 136 Subarachnoid Hemorrhage……Page 138 Meningitis……Page 139 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 142 Aneurysm……Page 143 Arteriovenous Malformation……Page 144 Internal Carotid Artery……Page 145 Middle Cerebral Artery……Page 146 Vertebral Artery……Page 148 Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery……Page 149 Posterior Cerebral Artery……Page 150 VEINS AND VENOUS SINUSES OF THE BRAIN……Page 151 Basal Aspect of the Brain……Page 153 Internal Veins of the Hemisphere……Page 154 Cerebral Venous Thrombosis……Page 156 BLOOD-BRAIN BARRIER……Page 157 Neural Plate……Page 160 Neural Tube Defects……Page 161 Spinal Meninges……Page 162 Gray Matter……Page 163 Sacral Levels……Page 164 Sensory Components of the Spinal Nerve……Page 166 Deafferentation Pain and the Posterior (Dorsal) Root Entry Zone Procedure……Page 167 SPINAL REFLEXES……Page 168 Flexor Reflex……Page 169 Polyneuropathy……Page 170 Functions of Ascending Tracts……Page 171 Functions of Descending Tracts……Page 172 Acute Central Cervical Spinal Cord Syndrome……Page 173 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 174 Midbrain……Page 175 VENTRICULAR SPACES OF THE BRAINSTEM……Page 176 CRANIAL NERVE NUCLEI AND THEIR FUNCTIONAL COMPONENTS……Page 177 Motor……Page 179 Sensory……Page 180 Central Herniation……Page 181 Tonsillar Herniation……Page 182 Anterior Medulla……Page 183 Vasculature……Page 185 Caudal Medulla: Level of the Motor Decussation……Page 186 Caudal Medulla: Level of the Sensory Decussation……Page 187 Midmedullary Level……Page 188 Rostral Medulla and Pons-Medulla Junction……Page 190 Reticular and Raphe Nuclei……Page 192 TONSILLAR HERNIATION……Page 193 Cerebellum……Page 195 Cerebellum……Page 196 Vasculature of the Pons and Cerebellum……Page 197 Caudal Pontine Level……Page 198 Rostral Pontine Level……Page 200 Reticular and Raphe Nuclei……Page 201 VASCULAR SYNDROMES OF THE PONS……Page 202 Cerebellar Cortex……Page 203 Vasculature of the Cerebellum……Page 204 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 205 Anterior (Ventral) Midbrain……Page 206 Posterior (Dorsal) Midbrain……Page 207 Summary of Descending Pathways……Page 208 Caudal Midbrain Levels……Page 209 Rostral Midbrain Levels……Page 210 Reticular and Raphe Nuclei……Page 214 VASCULAR SYNDROMES OF THE MIDBRAIN……Page 215 HERNIATION SYNDROMES RELATED TO THE MIDBRAIN……Page 216 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 217 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 218 MOTOR CELL COLUMNS AND NUCLEI……Page 219 SENSORY CELL COLUMNS AND NUCLEI……Page 220 Accessory Nerve……Page 221 Vagus Nerve……Page 223 Glossopharyngeal Nerve……Page 225 Syndromes of the Jugular Foramen……Page 226 Vestibulocochlear Nerve……Page 227 Facial Nerve……Page 229 Abducens Nerve……Page 230 CRANIAL NERVE OF THE PONS……Page 231 Trigeminal Nerve……Page 232 Trochlear Nerve……Page 233 Oculomotor Nerve……Page 234 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 235 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 236 DEVELOPMENT OF THE DIENCEPHALON……Page 237 BASIC ORGANIZATION……Page 239 Medial Thalamic Nuclei……Page 240 Lateral Thalamic Nuclei……Page 241 Summary of Thalamic Organization……Page 244 Lateral Hypothalamic Zone……Page 245 Medial Hypothalamic Zone……Page 246 EPITHALAMUS……Page 247 VASCULATURE OF THE DIENCEPHALON……Page 248 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 249 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 250 DEVELOPMENT……Page 251 Developmental Defects……Page 252 Frontal Lobe……Page 253 Parietal Lobe……Page 254 Insular Lobe……Page 256 Vasculature of the Cerebral Cortex……Page 257 Association Fibers……Page 258 Projection Fibers: The Internal Capsule……Page 259 Vasculature of the Internal Capsule……Page 260 Nucleus Accumbens and Substantia Innominata……Page 261 Subthalamic Nucleus and Substantia Nigra……Page 262 Major Connections of the Basal Nuclei……Page 263 HIPPOCAMPUS AND AMYGDALA……Page 264 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 265 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 267 III – SYSTEMS NEUROBIOLOGY……Page 268 Peripheral Mechanoreceptors……Page 270 Spinal Cord and Brainstem……Page 272 Primary Somatosensory (SI) Cortex……Page 275 Additional Cortical Somatosensory Regions……Page 277 Trigeminal Nerve……Page 278 Peripheral Receptors……Page 279 Plasticity and Reorganization in the Primary Somatosensory Cortex……Page 281 Anterior Spinocerebellar Tract……Page 282 Rostral Spinocerebellar Tract……Page 283 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 284 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 285 ANTEROLATERAL SYSTEM……Page 286 Cutaneous Nociceptors and Primary Neurons……Page 287 Pain Receptors in Muscles, Joints, and Viscera……Page 288 Central Pathways from the Body……Page 289 Primary Neurons……Page 296 Central Pathways from the Face and Oral Cavity……Page 298 CHRONIC AND NEUROPATHIC PAIN AND THE THALAMUS……Page 301 IMAGING OF THE PAIN PATHWAY……Page 303 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 305 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 306 VISCEROSENSORY RECEPTORS……Page 307 ASCENDING PATHWAY FOR SYMPATHETIC AFFERENTS……Page 308 Referred Pain……Page 309 Angina……Page 310 Sacral Parasympathetic Afferents……Page 311 Cranial Parasympathetic Afferents……Page 312 VISCERAL INPUT TO THE RETICULAR ACTIVATING SYSTEM……Page 313 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 314 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 315 Chambers of the Eye……Page 316 Lens……Page 317 NEURAL RETINA AND PIGMENT EPITHELIUM……Page 318 Rods……Page 319 Cones……Page 320 Bipolar Cells……Page 321 Ganglion Cells……Page 322 Retinogeniculate Projections……Page 324 Optic Nerve, Chiasm, and Tract……Page 325 LATERAL GENICULATE NUCLEUS……Page 326 Magnocellular and Parvocellular Layers……Page 327 OPTIC RADIATIONS……Page 328 PRIMARY VISUAL CORTEX……Page 329 Receptive Field Properties of Cortical Neurons……Page 331 Orientation Columns……Page 332 Ocular Dominance Columns……Page 333 OTHER VISUAL CORTICAL AREAS……Page 334 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 335 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 336 PROPERTIES OF SOUND WAVES AND HEARING……Page 337 Inner Ear: Structure of the Cochlea……Page 338 Mechanoelectrical Transduction……Page 340 Sensorineural Deafness……Page 341 OVERVIEW OF CENTRAL AUDITORY PATHWAYS……Page 342 Vascular Supply of the Auditory Brainstem and Cortex……Page 343 Cochlear Nuclei……Page 344 Superior Olivary Complex……Page 345 Inferior Colliculus……Page 346 AUDITORY AND RELATED ASSOCIATION CORTICES……Page 348 MIDDLE EAR REFLEX……Page 349 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 350 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 351 PERIPHERAL VESTIBULAR LABYRINTH……Page 352 Vestibular Receptor Organs……Page 353 Hair Cell Morphology……Page 354 Hair Cell Transduction……Page 355 SEMICIRCULAR CANALS AND OTOLITH ORGANS……Page 356 Function of Semicircular Canals……Page 357 Vestibular Afferent Inputs……Page 358 Cerebellar Connections……Page 359 Commissural Connections……Page 360 Rotational Vestibuloocular Reflex……Page 361 Nystagmus……Page 362 Vestibular Thalamus……Page 363 Navigation……Page 364 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 365 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 366 OLFACTORY RECEPTORS……Page 367 Olfactory Bulb……Page 369 Olfactory Bulb Projections……Page 371 Disorders of the Olfactory System……Page 372 TASTE RECEPTORS……Page 373 TASTE TRANSDUCTION……Page 374 PERIPHERAL TASTE PATHWAYS……Page 376 Disorders of the Gustatory System……Page 377 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 378 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 379 Neuromuscular Junction……Page 380 Size Principle……Page 382 Muscle Spindles……Page 383 Gamma Loop……Page 384 Reflex Circuits……Page 385 Vestibulospinal Tracts……Page 386 Rubrospinal Tract……Page 387 Decerebration……Page 388 Posterior (Dorsal) Root Section……Page 389 Cerebellar Anterior Lobe Section……Page 391 Decortication……Page 392 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 393 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 394 Upper Motor Neuron Signs……Page 395 Origin……Page 396 Course……Page 397 Termination……Page 402 Origin……Page 403 Termination……Page 404 Corticopontine System……Page 408 Supplementary Motor Cortex……Page 409 HIERARCHICAL ORGANIZATION VERSUS PARALLEL DISTRIBUTED PROCESSING IN THE MOTOR SYSTEM……Page 410 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 411 Sources and Additional Reading ……Page 412 COMPONENTS OF THE BASAL NUCLEI……Page 413 Striatal Complex……Page 414 Pallidal Complex……Page 416 Nigral Complex……Page 418 DIRECT AND INDIRECT PATHWAYS OF BASAL NUCLEAR ACTIVITY……Page 419 Balance Between Inhibition and Disinhibition as the Primary Mode of Basal Nuclear Function……Page 420 Motivational Loop……Page 421 Disease Implications of Topography of Basal Nuclear Circuits……Page 422 Integrated Function of the Basal Nuclei……Page 423 Huntington Disease……Page 425 Parkinson Disease……Page 426 Wilson Disease……Page 428 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 429 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 430 Cerebellar Lobes, Lobules, and Zones……Page 431 Cerebellar Nuclei……Page 433 Purkinje Cell Layer……Page 434 Granule Cell Layer……Page 436 Cerebellar Afferent Fibers……Page 439 Synaptic Interactions in the Cerebellar Cortex……Page 440 Vestibulocerebellar Module……Page 442 Spinocerebellar Module……Page 443 Pontocerebellar Module……Page 445 Pontocerebellar Dysfunction……Page 447 CEREBELLAR INFLUENCE ON VISCEROMOTOR FUNCTIONS……Page 448 important aspects of motor learning…….Page 449 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 450 OVERVIEW……Page 451 Extraocular Muscles……Page 452 Edinger-Westphal Complex……Page 453 Sympathetic Supply to the Orbit……Page 454 Extraocular Muscle Motor Neurons……Page 456 Horizontal and Vertical Gaze Centers……Page 458 Supranuclear Control……Page 459 Smooth Pursuit……Page 461 Vergence Movements and the Near Triad……Page 462 Optokinetic Eye Movements……Page 463 Pupillary Light Reflex……Page 464 Blinking and Other Lid Movements……Page 466 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 467 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 468 General Features of Peripheral Visceral Motor Outflow……Page 469 Postganglionic Visceral Motor Neurons……Page 470 Sympathetic Preganglionic Neurons……Page 471 Sympathetic Ganglia……Page 472 Internal Organization of Sympathetic Ganglia……Page 474 Receptor Types in Sympathetic Targets……Page 475 Preganglionic and Postganglionic Neurons……Page 476 ENTERIC NERVOUS SYSTEM……Page 477 REGULATION OF VISCERAL MOTOR OUTFLOW……Page 478 Cardiovascular System……Page 479 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 480 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 481 HYPOTHALAMUS AND PITUITARY……Page 482 DIVISIONS OF THE HYPOTHALAMUS……Page 483 Medial Zone……Page 484 FEEDING MOTIVATION……Page 486 Amygdalohypothalamic Fibers……Page 487 Descending Projections……Page 488 Supraopticohypophysial Tract……Page 490 PITUITARY TUMORS……Page 491 Adrenocorticotropic Hormone–Secreting Tumors (Cushing Disease)……Page 492 Gonadotropin-Secreting Tumors……Page 493 REGIONAL FUNCTIONS OF THE HYPOTHALAMUS……Page 494 Temperature Regulation Reflex……Page 495 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 496 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 497 CYTOARCHITECTURAL DEFINITIONS OF THE LIMBIC CORTEX……Page 498 EARLY FUNCTIONAL CONCEPTS……Page 499 HIPPOCAMPAL FORMATION……Page 500 Structure……Page 501 Complete Circuit of Papez……Page 502 LONG-TERM POTENTIATION AND MEMORY……Page 503 Efferent Fibers……Page 504 SEPTAL REGION……Page 505 LIMBIC SYSTEM AND BEHAVIOR……Page 506 LIMBIC SYSTEM AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION……Page 507 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 508 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 509 LAYERS OF THE CEREBRAL CORTEX……Page 510 Pyramidal Cells……Page 512 Intrinsic Circuitry of the Cerebral Cortex……Page 513 Cytoarchitecture……Page 514 COLUMNAR ORGANIZATION……Page 515 SYNOPSIS OF THALAMOCORTICAL RELATIONSHIPS……Page 516 HIGHER CORTICAL FUNCTIONS……Page 517 Wernicke Aphasia and Broca Aphasia……Page 518 Parietal Association Cortex: Space and Attention……Page 519 Apraxia and Agnosia……Page 520 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 521 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 522 EVALUATION VERSUS EXAMINATION……Page 523 Cranial Nerve II……Page 524 Cranial Nerves III, IV, and VI……Page 526 Cranial Nerve V……Page 528 Cranial Nerve VIII……Page 529 Cranial Nerve XII……Page 530 MOTOR EXAMINATION……Page 531 Muscle Stretch Reflexes……Page 532 SENSORY EXAMINATION……Page 533 Sources and Additional Reading……Page 536 Sources and Additional Reading ……Page 537 CHAPTER 15……Page 538 CHAPTER 32……Page 539 A……Page 540 B……Page 541 C……Page 542 E……Page 545 F……Page 546 H……Page 547 I……Page 548 L……Page 549 M……Page 550 N……Page 551 O……Page 552 P……Page 553 S……Page 555 T……Page 558 V……Page 559 Z……Page 560 IBC……Page 561 What makes us different? • Instant Download • Always Competitive Pricing • 100% Privacy • FREE Sample Available • 24-7 LIVE Customer Support

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"Mastering Strategy: The Enduring Brilliance of Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War'"

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu stands as a timeless masterpiece in the realm of military strategy and has transcended its origins in ancient China to become a revered guide for success in various domains. Dating back to the 5th century BCE, Sun Tzu's treatise has not only influenced military tactics but has also found applications in business, leadership, and diplomacy. The title, "The Art of War," serves as an alluring invitation into the world of strategic wisdom, where Sun Tzu imparts his profound insights on warfare and the strategic mindset.

Sun Tzu's treatise comprises thirteen chapters, each a strategic gem that encapsulates the essence of successful warfare. The title echoes the overarching theme—the approach to war as an art form, requiring not only brute force but also a nuanced understanding of the psychological, logistical, and strategic dimensions of conflict. Sun Tzu's teachings are framed within the context of deception, adaptability, and the ability to understand and exploit the vulnerabilities of both enemies and oneself.

The treatise begins with the famous assertion that "All warfare is based on deception." The title, "The Art of War," encapsulates this fundamental premise, emphasizing the nuanced, strategic thinking required to achieve victory. Sun Tzu's emphasis on intelligence, reconnaissance, and the understanding of the enemy's mindset forms the foundation of his strategic philosophy. The title becomes a gateway to a world where war is not just about battles but about outthinking and outmaneuvering the opponent.

One of the enduring qualities of "The Art of War" is its adaptability to different contexts. The title serves as a beacon for leaders and strategists across diverse fields who seek to navigate the complexities of competition and conflict. Sun Tzu's teachings on the importance of knowing oneself and knowing the enemy resonate as universal principles applicable to corporate boardrooms, political negotiations, and personal development. The title becomes a mantra for those who understand that strategic thinking is not confined to the battlefield but is a crucial aspect of success in any endeavor.

Sun Tzu's strategic brilliance is evident in his emphasis on winning without fighting. The title encapsulates this paradoxical approach to war, where the ultimate triumph lies not in the bloodshed of battle but in the ability to secure victory through strategic maneuvers and psychological advantage. The treatise becomes a guide for leaders seeking to minimize conflict and maximize success through shrewd decision-making and calculated actions.

"The Art of War" is not a glorification of war but a pragmatic guide to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively. The title encapsulates the dichotomy of war as both a destructive force and a disciplined art form. Sun Tzu's emphasis on planning, adaptability, and the exploitation of opportunities resonates through the pages, making the title a symbol of strategic acumen that transcends time and cultural boundaries.

In conclusion, "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is a masterpiece that continues to shape the understanding of strategy and warfare. The title, with its enigmatic simplicity, beckons readers into a world of strategic wisdom, where the artistry of war lies in the meticulous planning, insightful adaptation, and the ability to achieve objectives without unnecessary conflict. Sun Tzu's treatise remains a testament to the enduring relevance of strategic thinking, making the title not just an invitation to study military tactics but an exploration of the timeless principles that govern success in the art of war and beyond.

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is available in Amazon in paperback 10.99$ and hardcover 19.00$ editions.

Number of pages: 218

Language: English

Rating: 9/10                                           

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Review By: King's Cat

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By • Olalekan Fagbade Businessman sues NDLEA over unlawful invasion, intimidation The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and four others have been dragged before a Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos, over alleged intimidation and molestation of a 75-year-old businessman, Taiwo Kayode Alli, and the invasion of his home in the state. Mr Alli and his son, Hamid Alli, have reportedly filed a fundamental rights suit against the NDLEA chairman. Through their lawyer, Eyitayo Abiodun, the applicants are praying to the court for an order restraining the Defendants, either by themselves or acting through their agent, servant or privy, from arresting, intimidating or molesting the applicants, pending the determination of the application. Listed as Respondents in the suit are, the Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA; Head, NDLEA Lagos Zonal Command, Lagos State, Adetula Oluwarotimi Lawal (NDLEA Bariga Outpost), and NDLEA Personnel, Adekunle Edward. The applicant made the prayers in a Fundamental Rights Enforcement suit marked FHC/L/CS/2017/23 before Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa. Specifically, the applicants are praying for an Interim Order restraining the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Respondents either by themselves or acting through their agent, servant or privy from arresting, intimidating or molesting them pending the determination of the application. In a 16-paragraph affidavit deposed to by Kayode Alli (1st Applicant), he stated that on June 6, 2023, his son (2nd applicant) drove his friend who came back from the United States of America to the airport to catch her flight, and on getting home at about 5.30 am, he realized that the gate of his father’s house were he resides had been thrown open after the lock was broken. He also discovered that his brother’s car, which was parked in the compound, had disappeared, and he immediately reported the matter at the Anthony Police Station. He stated that the Nigerian Police after, tracking the car an hour before the incident, discovered that it was parked outside the NDLEA Outpost office in Gbagada, Lagos. According to him, the 2nd Applicant with the Police officer went to the NDLEA Gbagada Outpost Office, where they were told that the car was flagged down in Ikeja and the occupant refused to park, fled and abandoned the car whereas the car was parked in the house. He stated that the NDLEA personnel also informed the Police that, a substance suspected to be an illicit drug was found inside the car, and that was the basis of towing the car. He stated that a few hours after his son left for work that same morning he was informed that officers from the NDLEA Gbagada outpost had come back again to pack all the belongings in the house and also broke into the apartment upstairs which belonged to his brother who leaves abroad. He added that as a follow-up, NDLEA officials visited the 1st applicant’s place of work and residence of over 30 years and demanded for code to the safe in the office and that he called his son who released the code to them without hesitation. He added that after opening the safe all the contents were removed including his son’s international passport, identity card, land documents and other documents belonging to his other children. The deponent added that when his lawyer visited the NDLEA office he was allegedly told that all the documents would be returned upon payment of N5.5 million which was allegedly paid under duress. Consequently, the Applicants are seeking amongst other reliefs, a declaration that the incessant invitation, threat of arrest, interrogation, harassment, intimidation and planned detention of the applicant, on the subject matter by the 1st to 4th Respondents to forcefully make the applicants admit that the product found in my house which are things being used for butchery business and cool room compressor are illicit substance, is not only oppressive, illegal and a flagrant breach of the Applicant’s Constitutionally guaranteed rights.

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