#ibex systems

[suppenzeit]

me? drawing soad as animals again? you've goat to be kidding me

[darshanan-blog]

Automotive and Mobility Track at #TiEcon 2025 - Future is here

TiEcon, the largest #entrepreneurship conference to take place in Santa Clara, CA, August 30 to May 2, has several exciting tracks that will give us a glimpse into the future. One such exciting track is automotive and mobility. Where is the future of automotive and mobility? There are several innovations shaping the future of automotive and mobility. In the world of science fiction, we would be…

[apod]

2024 December 22

The Local Fluff Illustration Credit: NASA, SVS, Adler, U. Chicago, Wesleyan

Explanation: The stars are not alone. In the disk of our Milky Way Galaxy, about 10 percent of visible matter is in the form of gas called the interstellar medium (ISM). The ISM is not uniform and shows patchiness even near our Sun. It can be quite difficult to detect the local ISM because it is so tenuous and emits so little light. This mostly hydrogen gas, however, absorbs some very specific colors that can be detected in the light of the nearest stars. A working map of the local ISM within 20 light-years, based on ongoing observations and particle detections from the Earth-orbiting Interstellar Boundary Exporer satellite (IBEX), is shown here. These observations indicate that our Sun is moving through a Local Interstellar Cloud as this cloud flows outwards from the Scorpius-Centaurus Association star forming region. Our Sun may exit the Local Cloud, also called the Local Fluff, during the next 10,000 years. Much remains unknown about the local ISM, including details of its distribution, its origin, and how it affects the Sun and the Earth. Unexpectedly, IBEX spacecraft measurements indicate that the direction from which neutral interstellar particles flow through our Solar System is changing.

∞ Source: apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap241222.html

[mysticstronomy]

WHAT IS BEYOND THE EDGE OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM??

Blog#383

Wednesday, March 13th, 2024.

Welcome back,

Earth is the sixth planet from the edge of the solar system, meaning we're none too near this cold and inhospitable frontier. But we've sent out various spacecraft over the years, so do we have any idea what the edge of the solar system looks like?

The answer is yes, but it's a work in progress. One of the latest developments, a 3D map of the solar system's edge that took 13 years to create, revealed a few more secrets about this mysterious boundary, called the outer heliosphere.

The outer heliosphere marks the region of space where the solar wind, or the stream of charged particles emitted from the sun, is "deflected and draped back" by the interstellar radiation that permeates the empty space beyond the solar system, said Dan Reisenfeld, a space science researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico and head of the team that conducted the research on the 3D map. In other words, solar wind and interstellar particles meet and form a boundary at the far reaches of the solar system.

Earthlings first got a glimpse of the solar system's outer edge in 2012, when Voyager I, a NASA spacecraft that launched in 1977, crossed into interstellar space, according to NASA. Voyager 2 was not far behind, repeating the feat in 2018. Equipped with golden records full of Bach, Louis Armstrong and humpback whale songs, in addition to their scientific instruments, Voyagers 1 and 2 reported a sudden dropoff in solar particles and a substantial increase in galactic radiation when they left the solar system, according to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology.

The new 3D map reveals even more about the heliosphere. The inner layer — where the sun and its planets are nestled — is roughly spherical and is thought to extend roughly 90 astronomical units (AU) in all directions. (One AU is the average distance between Earth and the sun, about 93 million miles, or 150 million kilometers.) The outer layer is much less symmetrical. In one direction — that in which the ever-moving sun plows through the space in front of it, encountering cosmic radiation — the outer heliosphere extends about 110 AU, but in the opposite direction, it's much longer, at least 350 AU, according to Reisenfeld.

That lack of symmetry comes from the sun's movement through the Milky Way, as it experiences friction with the galactic radiation in front of it and clears out a space in its wake. "There's a lot of plasma [charged particles] in the interstellar medium, and… the inner heliosphere, which is pretty round, is an obstacle in this stream of plasma which is flowing past it," Reisenfeld told Live Science. "It has the same effect as water going around a rock in a stream," with a rush of water crashing into the rock in front and a sheltered calm behind it.

Measurements for the 3D map were gathered using the Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX), which was launched in 2008 and is "the size of a bus tire," according to NASA. It's pronounced "like the animal," Reisenfeld said, referring to the ibex mountain goats known for their gravity-defying treks up alpine cliffs. But the animal that IBEX really takes after is the bat.

Many bats hunt insects, such as mosquitoes, by emitting a pulse of sound and using the time delay of the echo to figure out the distance to their prey. Likewise, IBEX detects solar-wind particles that have bounced back from the edges of the solar system, allowing Reisenfeld and his colleagues to determine the distances involved by measuring how long their round trip took.

"The sun will send out a pulse … and then we passively wait for a return signal from the outer heliosphere, and we use that time delay to determine where the outer heliosphere must be," Reisenfeld explained.

As the sun circles the outer rim of the Milky Way, the solar wind keeps cosmic radiation at bay, forming a protective bubble. This is good for us, since "that radiation can damage spacecraft and it can be a health hazard for astronauts," Reisenfeld said.

Originally published on www.livescience.com

COMING UP!!

(Saturday, March 16th, 2024)

"WHAT IF WE ARE TRULY ALONE IN THIS UNIVERSE??"

[taxideermied]

Where The Shadows Lie ,, they / fae

Apocrypha or Morcared - Shapeshifter - mid 20s

___ , hello, mae govannen. This is a nonhuman blog run by a physical nonhuman.

- Apocrypha : pronounced “ uh-pok-ruh-fuh “ : writings not considered genuine

General About

Artist, writer, ex-equestrian, and apprentice taxidermist. I collect bones, plants, teacups, dolls, and characters. Chronically ill, physically disabled and online way too much. I can be terse and reserved, but I am always happy to make friends, I’m just shy. You should give me reading recommendations.

Nonhumanity

I call myself a shapeshifter. I am not very concerned with more particular labels than that but I do consider myself part of the therian, otherkin and physically nonhuman communities. For fun, here are some of our common forms.

Elf/Maia - [ Specifically Mairon/Annatar/Sauron/etc ] Cervidae - [ C. canadensis nelsoni , Blastocerus dichotomus ] Caprinae - [ Capra ibex , Ovis aries (Jacob’s Sheep) ] Canindae - [ Chrysocyon brachyurus , Canis simensis ] Cetacea - [ Pseudorca crassidens ] Other - [ Peryton, Medieval Unicorn, Satyr ]

My nonhumanity is physical, spiritual and connected to my illnesses. I experience nonhumanity viscerally and on occasion have physical shifts. If discussions of physical shifting or other physical nonhuman experiences is distressing or harmful for you to see, please block this account and our cetacean side account @pseudorca-crassidens.

BYF

I don’t have a DNI but I have opinions and behaviors you might not like. If you feel yourself becoming irate or uncomfortable because of any of the below, please block me and we can both move on in peace.

I sometimes get into community discourse. You can block my discourse tag specifically if you’d rather not see it.

I believe no one owes you double bookkeeping

I am liable to discuss physical shifting and other topics some might consider “unreality.” These posts will likely not be tagged as such.

I believe P-shifters/physical shifters deserve a place in nonhuman communities without being labeled as cultists.

I will sometimes repost images of taxidermy or other dead animals that likewise will probably not be tagged

I don’t care about shipcourse and won’t engage in it.

I'm (we're) plural and not interested in origin labels or system discourse. All systems/forms of plurality are welcome on this blog though we do not tend to discuss such subject matter ourselves.

Tags

#Mor yaps - like literally every text post I make

#Mor’s art - the occasional art post

#Taxideerscourse - nonhuman discourse tag for your blocking pleasure

#Mor writes - essays or otherwise more "serious" writings

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[pineapple-cheese-bread]

I drew my Sky hybrids cause I was thinking about Skywings at work.

There's Flame Azalea (Designed by @minttea31 ) Zircon and Ibex all are Sky/Mud hybrids with Mud being more dominant, however they all have more Skywing names due to being born and raised in the Sky kingdom with their mother.

Azalea is the youngest and a soldier, and a rather high ranking one at that, she also participates in mock gladiator fights, the fights are more of a performance then actual fights.

Zircon is a messenger, delivering local around the Sky kingdom and around Pyrriha. She has been to every kingdom and every palace and is wanting to extend her reach to Pantala to really be everywhere. She still technically lives in the Sky kingdom even if she's not there most of the time.

Ibex is a metal worker in the Mud kingdom, he works with his friend Skink making armour and weapons (mostly for display) that is until he started dating Stag. Ibex still works in the Mud Kingdom however now he's also being invited to galas and fancy royal events, Ibex is way outside of his comfort zone at these events but Stag is always there to comfort him or to straight out leave the events if Ibex asks.

Kobold a Sky/Ice hybrid living in the Sky kingdom as Prince Canary's personal assistant (read he's there to stop Canary from accidentally killing himself) Kobold is equally as accident prone as Canary. Kobold is at the edge of what qualifies as a Fire scale is fur and feathers smoke and smolder a lot and if he heats up too much they will just ignite. Kobold likes making mini games and bets with the dragons in the palace, it's how he makes a little extra cash.

Vampire bat a Sky/Night hybrid living in a small village at the edge of the Sand kingdom, it's quite where dragons go if they don't want to be found not on any maps. He's married to Sparkling, Fir and Lupine he's the one who makes all the beverages for Sparklings bar often making out there flavours for Sparkling to sell.

Smoke a Sky/Rain working as a scam artist in the Sky kingdom with her adopted sibling Mirrorimage. Smoke was orphaned at a young age and lived out on the street which is where she learnt her skills. She tries not to get involved in any of the crime families around the place but sometimes she might do a favour for a dragon.

Axolotl a Sky/Ice/Sea/Sand hybrid living in the Sea kingdom. She has a goal to try and make the most accurate map of the Sea kingdom anyone has seen, it's been years and she's not even half way done.

Swallowtail a Sky/Silk hybrid hatched to early with underdeveloped wings, she's on the Skywing council as the Hybrid representative. She's engaged to Alpine and Cotton.

Finally Firefender a Sky/Rain/Night hybrid. He's a DiD system with 7 alters, he doesn't stay anywhere too long preferring to travel around. He's one of my oldest OCs and one I consider as the main three.

I'm gonna do my hybrids in batches.

[headmate-ideas]

A comforter that is a demon?

Here's some emojis: 💌🌹🖤🐈‍⬛🔥

[Brought to you by: Mods Vyvian and Capriel!]

💌 HEADMATE TEMPLATE 🐈‍⬛

✦ Name(s): Frelia, Alana, Valentina ✦ Pronouns: she/her, it/its, xe/xem/xyr/xyrs/xemself, xi/xir/xirs/xirself, love/loves/loveself ✦ Species: demon ✦ Age: 41 ✦ Role(s): comforter, curadare, relationship manager, caretaker, assidumate ✦ Labels: woman+, xenogender, veiraine, omnisexual ✦ Xenos: fire, demons, roses ✦ Interests/likes: romance books, stim toys, soup ✦ Dislikes: pastels ✦ Music taste: doom metal, indie pop, glam rock ✦ Aesthetic(s): lovecore, Y2K, goth ✦ Kins: roses, black cats, fire spirits ✦ Emoji proxy: 💌🐈‍⬛ ✦ Details:

Frelia is a demon with red skin and black horns like an ibex's. She is patient and gentle, and she has a comforting demeanor. In particular, she is good at helping the system practice self-soothing techniques. If there are headmates who age regress to de-stress, she also helps them with that. Frelia has a romantic streak, and if the system have partners, xe helps them manage their relationships with said partners. Xe also enjoys matchmaking within the system. Xe is interested in pet care and, if the system have pets, xe takes care of them; otherwise, xe performs general tasks to maintain the system's everyday life.

[These can be edited and changed as needed, and headmates will almost definitely not turn out EXACTLY as described.]

[rabbitcruiser]

National Public Gardens Day

Get outside, get some fresh air, and literally stop and smell the roses by finding a public garden to stroll through and enjoy, by yourself or with those you love.

There are many different ways to define the word garden. Indeed, the term stretches to include everything from a small piece of land where flowers are grown to areas where we can plant fruit and veg. Similarly, gardens can be wide-open spaces that are filled with a large assortment of different plants. These public spaces are often the perfect spot to spend time with family and friends outside or enjoy some incredible entertainment. It’s not uncommon for public spaces to be used for outdoor theater and live music. These areas are known as public gardens.

Public gardens – the beautiful centerpieces to cities and large communities. Filled with different assortments of flora and fauna, they are the bright and colorful beacon in the middle of a large and dully-colored metropolis. They’re a reminder of the beauty that nature holds, a great place for picnics, and taking kids out for a play date. But where did the first public garden originate and when? Come with us as we delve into the past of National Public Gardens Day!

History of National Public Gardens Day

Mesopotamia, the “land between the rivers” Tigris and Euphrates, comprises a hilly and mountainous northern area and flat, alluvial south. Its peoples were urban and literate from about 3,000 BC.

Evidence for their gardens comes from written texts, pictorial sculpture, and archaeology. In western tradition, Mesopotamia was the location of the Garden of Eden and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Temple gardens developed from the representation of a sacred grove. Several distinct styles of the royal garden are also known.

The courtyard garden was enclosed by the walls of a palace. On a larger scale was a cultivated place inside the city walls. At Mari on the Middle Euphrates (c 1,800BC), one of the huge palace courtyards was called the Court of the Palms. It is crossed by raised walkways of baked brick; the king and his entourage would dine there.

At Ugarit (1,400BC) there was a stone water basin, not located centrally as in later Persian gardens, for the central feature was probably a tree (date palm or tamarisk). The 7th century BC Assyrian king Assurbanipal is shown on a sculpture feasting with his queen, reclining on a couch beneath an arbor of vines, and attended by musicians.

Trophies of conquest are on display, including the dismembered head of the king of Elam hanging from a fragrant pine branch! A Babylonian text from the same period is divided into sections as if showing beds of soil with the names of medicinal, vegetable, and herbal plants written into each square, perhaps representing a parterre design.

On a larger scale, royal hunting parks were established to hold the exotic animals and plants which the king had acquired on his foreign campaigns. King Tiglath Pileser I (1,000BC) lists horses, oxen, asses, deer, gazelle, and ibex, boasting “I numbered them like flocks of sheep.”

From around 1,000 BC the Assyrian kings developed a style of city gardening incorporating a naturalistic layout, running water supplied from river headwaters, and exotic plants from their foreign campaigns.

Assurnasirpal II (883-859BC) lists pines of different kinds, including cypresses, junipers, almonds, dates, ebony, rosewood, olive, oak, tamarisk, walnut, terebinth, ash, fir pomegranate, pear, quince, fig, and grapevines. “The canal water gushes from above into the gardens; fragrance pervades the walkways; streams of water as numerous as the stars of heaven flow in the pleasure garden…

Like a squirrel, I pick fruit in the garden of delights.” The city garden reached its zenith with the palace design of Sennacherib(704-681BC) whose water system stretched for 50 km into the hills. The garden was higher and more ornate than any other and he boasted of the complex technologies he deployed, calling his garden palace “a Wonder for all Peoples”.

While public gardens may have origins deep in the past, Public Garden Day is a fairly modern celebration. Celebrations began in 2009 and it was created as a way to both enjoy and celebrate these beautiful spaces. The day is also a time where there are campaigns to build awareness around these spaces and what they mean to the local community. As well as often being a prime location for public events, public gardens may also be an area for environmental conservation. As such, it’s common to find that on this day, there are campaigns to draw attention to this and ensure that both tourists and locals remember these locations.

Some people also view this day as the beginning of spring. This isn’t the official start of spring of course, but it does seem to be a time where more people go out and enjoy nature with their loved ones and people that they hold dear.

How to celebrate National Public Gardens Day

From roses to chrysanthemums, all we have to do is go outside to a public garden and admire the variety of flora. The beauty of nature is not one to take lightly. So, let’s get out there! Maybe we can even plant our own gardens to add some color to our homes.

The biblical Book of Genesis mentions the Tigris and Euphrates as two of the four rivers bounding the Garden of Eden. No specific place has been identified although there are many theories.

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are listed by classical Greek writers as one of the Seven Wonders of The World. The excavated ruins of Babylon do not reveal any suitable evidence, which has led some scholars to suggest that they may have been purely legendary. Mesopotamia is believed to be the origin of the public garden and we’d have to say we don’t disagree.

Source

[o-craven-canto]

All animal species (and a couple algae) that have kept the same scientific name since Linnaeus

The first work of taxonomy that is considered as having any scientific authority for animal species was the 10th edition of Linnaeus' Systema Naturae, published in 1758. (Also a book on spiders called Aranei Suecici, published one year before.) That's the foundational text of the binominal system of nomenclature of species still in use today. Since then most of Linnaeus' original species (4379 species, of which 185 mammals, 554 birds, 217 "amphibians" (including reptiles and cartilaginous fish), 379 fishes, 2104 "insects" (including various arthropods, of which 664 are beetles and 543 are moths & butterflies crammed into only 3 genera), and 940 "worms" (including basically all other invertebrates, and even some protists and algae)) have been dismembered, renamed, or at least moved to different genera (e.g. the house sparrow went from Fringilla domestica to Passer domesticus).

Here is a list of all of Linnaeus' original species from 1758 that still retain their original name. I believe they are 484 in total.

"Mammalia"

(Primates)

Homo sapiens (human)

Lemur catta (ring-tailed lemur)

Vespertilio murinus (rearmouse bat)

(Bruta)

Elephas maximus (Asian elephant)

Trichechus manatus (West Indian manatee)

Bradypus tridactylus (three-toed sloth)

Myrmecophaga tridactyla (giant anteater)

Manis pentadactylus (Chinese pangolin)

(Ferae)

Phoca vitulina (harbor seal)

Canis familiaris (dog)

Canis lupus (grey wolf)

Felis catus (house cat)

Viverra zibetha (Indian civet)

Mustela erminea (stoat)

Mustela furo (ferret)

Mustela lutreola (European mink)

Mustela putorius (wild ferret)

Ursus arctos (brown bear)

(Bestiae)

Sus scrofa (wild boar/pig)

Dasypus septemcinctus (seven-banded armadillo)

Dasypus novemcinctus (nine-banded armadillo)

Erinaceus europaeus (European hedgehog)

Talpa europaea (European mole)

Sorex araneus (common shrew)

Didelphis marsupialis (common opossum)

(Glires)

Rhinoceros unicornis (Indian rhinoceros)

Hystrix brachyura (Malayan porcupine)

Hystrix cristata (crested porcupine)

Lepus timidus (common hare)

Castor fiber (European beaver)

Mus musculus (house mouse)

Sciurus vulgaris (red squirrel)

(Pecora)

Camelus dromedarius (dromedary camel)

Camelus bactrianus (Asian camel)

Moschus moschiferus (musk deer)

Cervus elaphus (red deer)

Capra hircus (goat)

Capra ibex (Alpine ibex)

Ovis aries (sheep)

Bos taurus (cow)

Bos indicus (zebu)

(Belluae)

Equus caballus (horse)

Equus asinus (donkey)

Equus zebra (mountain zebra)

Hippopotamus amphibius (hippopotamus)

(Cete)

Monodon monoceros (narwhal)

Balaena mysticetus (bowhead whale)

Physeter macrocephalus (sperm whale)

Delphinus delphis (common dolphin)

"Aves"

(Accipitres)

Vultur gryphus (Andean condor)

Falco tinnunculus (common kenstrel)

Falco sparverius (sparrowhawk)

Falco columbarius (pigeonhawk)

Falco subbuteo (Eurasian hobby)

Falco rusticolus (gyrfalcon)

Strix aluco (tawny owl)

Lanius excubitor (great grey shrike)

Lanius collurio (red-backed shrike)

Lanius schach (long-tailed shrike)

(Picae)

Psittacus erithacus (grey parrot)

Ramphastos tucanus (white-throated toucan)

Buceros bicornis (great hornbill)

Buceros rhinoceros (rhinoceros hornbill)

Crotophaga ani (smooth-billed ani)

Corvus corax (raven)

Corvus corone (carrion crow)

Corvus frugilegus (rook)

Corvus cornix (hooded crow)

Coracias oriolus (golden oriole)

Coracias garrulus (European roller)

Gracula religiosa (hill myna)

Paradisaea apoda (greater bird-of-paradise)

Cuculus canorus (common cuckoo)

Jynx torquilla (wryneck)

Picus viridis (green woodpecker)

Sitta europaea (Eurasian nuthatch)

Merops apiaster (European bee-eater)

Merops viridis (blue-throated bee-eater)

Upupa epops (Eurasian hoopoe)

Certhia familiaris (Eurasian treecreeper)

Trochilus polytmus (red-billed streamertail hummingbird)

(Anseres)

Anas platyrhynchos (mallard duck)

Anas crecca (teal duck)

Mergus merganser (common merganser)

Mergus serrator (red-breasted merganser)

Alca torda (razorbill auk)

Procellaria aequinoctialis (white-chinned petrel)

Diomedea exulans (wandering albatross)

Pelecanus onocrotalus (great white pelican)

Phaeton aethereus (red-billed tropicbird)

Larus canus (common gull)

Larus marinus (great black-backed gull)

Larus fuscus (lesser black-backed gull)

Sterna hirundo (common tern)

Rhynchops niger (black skimmer)

(Grallae)

Phoenicopterus ruber (American flamingo)

Platalea leucorodia (Eurasian spoonbill)

Platalea ajaia (roseate spoonbill)

Mycteria americana (wood stork)

Ardea cinerea (grey heron)

Ardea herodias (blue heron)

Ardea alba (great egret)

Scolopax rusticola (Eurasian woodcock)

Charadrius hiaticula (ringed plover)

Charadrius alexandrinus (Kentish plover)

Charadrius vociferus (killdeer plover)

Charadrius morinellus (Eurasian dotterel)

Recurvirostra avosetta (pied avocet)

Haematopus ostralegus (Eurasian oystercatcher)

Fulica atra (Eurasian coot)

Rallus aquaticus (water rail)

Psophia crepitans (grey-winged trumpeter)

Otis tarda (great bustard)

Struthio camelus (ostrich)

(Gallinae)

Pavo cristatus (Indian peafowl)

Meleagris gallopavo (wild turkey)

Crax rubra (great curassow)

Phasianus colchicus (common pheasant)

Tetrao urogallus (western capercaillie)

(Passeres)

Columba oenas (stock dove)

Columba palumbus (wood pigeon)

Alauda arvensis (Eurasian skylark)

Sturnus vulgaris (European starling)

Turdus viscivorus (mistle thrush)

Turdus pilaris (fieldfare thrush)

Turdus iliacus (redwing thrush)

Turdus plumbeus (red-legged thrush)

Turdus torquatus (ring ouzel)

Turdus merula (blackbird)

Loxia curvirostra (crossbill)

Emberiza hortulana (ortolan bunting)

Emberiza citrinella (yellowhammer)

Emberiza calandra (corn bunting)

Fringilla coelebs (common chaffinch)

Motacilla alba (white wagtail)

Motacilla lava (yellow wagtail)

Parus major (great tit)

Hirundo rustica (barn swallow)

Caprimulgus europaeus (European nightjar)

"Amphibia"

(Reptiles)

Testudo graeca (Greek tortoise)

Draco volans (flying dragon)

Lacerta agilis (sand lizard)

Rana temporaria (common frog)

(Serpentes)

Crotalus horridus (timber rattlesnake)

Crotalus durissus (tropical rattlesnake)

Boa constrictor (common boa)

Coluber constrictor (eastern racer)

Anguis fragilis (slowworm)

Amphisbaena alba (red worm lizard)

Caecilia tentaculata (white-bellied caecilian)

(Nantes)

Petromyzon marinus (sea lamprey)

Raja clavata (thornback ray)

Raja miraletus (brown ray)

Squalus acanthias (spiny dogfish)

Chimaera monstrosa (rabbitfish)

Lophius piscatorius (anglerfish)

Acipenser sturio (sea sturgeon)

Acipenser ruthenus (sterlet sturgeon)

"Pisces"

(Apodes)

Muraena helena (Mediterranean moray)

Gymnotus carapo (banded knifefish)

Trichiurus lepturus (cutlassfish)

Anarhichas lupus (Atlantic wolffish)

Ammodytes tobianus (lesser sandeel)

Xiphias gladius (swordfish)

Stromateus fiatola (blue butterfish)

(Jugulares)

Callionymus lyra (common dragonet)

Uranoscopus scaber (stargazer)

Trachinus draco (greater weever)

Gadus morhua (Atlantic cod)

Blennius ocellaris (butterfly blenny)

Ophidion barbatum (snake cusk-eel)

(Thoracici)

Cyclopterus lumpus (lumpsucker)

Echeneis naucrates (sharksucker)

Coryphaena equiselis (pompano)

Coryphaena hippurus (dorado)

Gobius niger (black goby)

Govius paganellus (rock goby)

Cottus gobio (European bullhead)

Scorpaena porcus (black scorpionfish)

Scorpaena scrofa (red scorpionfish)

Zeus faber (John Dory)

Pleuronectes platessa (European plaice)

Chaetodon striatus (banded butterflyfish)

Chaetodon capistratus (foureye butterflyfish)

Sparus aurata (gilt-head bream)

Labrus merula (brown wrasse)

Labrus mixtus (cuckoo wrasse)

Labrus viridis (green wrasse)

Sciaena umbra (brown meagre)

Perca fluviatilis (European perch)

Gasterosteus aculeatus (three-spined stickleback)

Scomber scombrus (Atlanti mackerel)

Mullus barbatus (red mullet)

Mullus surmuletus (surmullet)

Trigla lyra (piper gurnard)

(Abdominales)

Cobitis taenia (spined loach)

Silurus asotus (Amur catfish)

Silurus glanis (Wels catfish)

Loricaria cataphracta (suckermouth catfish)

Salmo carpio (Garda trout)

Salmo trutta (brown trout)

Salmo salar (Atlantic salmon)

Fistularia tabacaria (bluespotted cornetfish)

Esox lucius (northern pike)

Argentina sphyraena (European argentine)

Atherina hepsetus (Mediterranean sand smelt)

Mugil cephalus (flathead mullet)

Exocoetus volitans (tropical flying fish)

Polynemus paradiseus (Paradise threadfin)

Clupea harengus (Atlantic herring)

Cyprinus carpio (common carp)

(Branchiostegi)

Mormyrus caschive (bottlenose elephantfish)

Balistes vetula (queen triggerfish)

Ostracion cornutus (longhorn cowfish)

Ostracion cubicus (yellow boxfish)

Tetraodon lineatus (Fahaka pufferfish)

Diodon hystrix (spot-fin porcupinefish)

Diodon holocanthus (long-spine porcupinefish)

Centriscus scutatus (grooved shrimpfish)

Syngnathus acus (common pipefish)

Syngnathus pelagicus (pelagic pipefish)

Syngnathus typhle (broad-nosed pipefish)

Pegasus volitans (longtail seamoth)

"Insecta"

(Coleoptera)

Scarabaeus sacer (sacred scarab)

Dermestes lardarius (larder beetle)

Dermestes murinus (larder beetle)

Hister unicolor (clown beetle)

Hister quadrimaculatus (clown beetle)

Silpha obscura (carrion beetle)

Cassida viridis (tortoise beetle)

Cassida nebulosa (tortoise beetle)

Cassida nobilis (tortoise beetle)

Coccinella trifasciata (ladybug)

Coccinella hieroglyphica (ladybug) [Coccinella 5-punctata, 7-punctata, 11-punctata, and 24-punctata survive as quinquepunctata, septempunctata, undecimpunctata, and vigintiquatorpunctata]

Chrysomela populi (leaf beetle)

Chrysomela lapponica (leaf beetle)

Chrysomela collaris (leaf beetle)

Chrysomela erythrocephala (leaf beetle)

Curculio nucum (nut weevil)

Attelabus surinamensis (leaf-rolling weevil)

Cerambyx cerdo (capricorn beetle)

Leptura quadrifasciata (longhorn beetle)

Cantharis fusca (soldier beetle)

Cantharis livida (soldier beetle)

Cantharis oscura (soldier beetle)

Cantharis rufa (soldier beetle)

Cantharis lateralis (soldier beetle)

Elater ferrugineus (rusty click beetle)

Cicindela campestris (green tiger beetle)

Cicindela sylvatica (wood tiger beetle)

Buprestis rustica (jewel beetle) [Buprestis 8-guttata survives as octoguttata]

Dytiscus latissimus (diving beetle)

Carabus coriaceus (ground beetle)

Carabus granulatus (ground beetle)

Carabus nitens (ground beetle)

Carabus hortensis (ground beetle)

Carabus violaceus (ground beetle)

Tenebrio molitor (mealworm)

Meloe algiricus (blister beetle)

Meloe proscarabaeus (blister beetle)

Meloe spec (blister beetle)

Mordela aculeata (tumbling glower beetle)

Necydalis major (longhorn beetle)

Staphylinus erythropterus (rove beetle)

Forficula auricularia (common earwig)

Blatta orientalis (Oriental cockroach)

Gryllus campestris (field cricket)

(Hemiptera)

Cicada orni (cicada)

Notonecta glauca (backswimmer)

Nepa cinerea (water scorpion)

Cimex lectularius (bedbug)

Aphis rumici (black aphid)

Aphis craccae (vetch aphid)

Coccus hesperidum (brown scale insect)

Thrips physapus (thrips)

Thrips minutissimum (thrips)

Thrips juniperinus (thrips)

(Lepidoptera)

Papilio paris (Paris peacock butterfly)

Papilio helenus (red Helen butterfly)

Papilio troilus (spicebush swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio deiphobus (Deiphobus swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio polytes (common Mormon butterfly)

Papilio glaucus (eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio memnon (great Mormon butterfly)

Papilio ulysses (Ulysses butterfly)

Papilio machaon (Old World swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio demoleus (lime swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio nireus (blue-banded swallowtail butterfly)

Papilio clytia (common mime butterfly)

Sphinx ligustri (privet hawk-moth)

Sphinx pinastri (pine hawk-moth) [genus Phalaena was suppressed, but seven subgenera created by Linnaeus are now valid as genera]

(Neuroptera)

Libellula depressa (chaser dragonfly)

Libellula quadrimaculata (four-spotted skimmer dragonfly)

Ephemera vulgata (mayfly)

Phryganea grandis (caddisfly)

Hemerobius humulinus (lacewing)

Panorpa communis (scorpionfly)

Panorpa germanica (scorpionfly)

Raphidia ophiopsis (snakefly)

(Hymenoptera)

Cynips quercusfolii (oak gall wasp)

Tenthredo atra (sawfly)

Tenthredo campestris (sawfly)

Tenthredo livida (sawfly)

Tenthredo mesomela (sawfly)

Tenthredo scrophulariae (sawfly)

Ichneumon extensorius (parasitoid wasp)

Ichneumon sarcitorius (parasitoid wasp)

Sphex ichneumoneus (digger wasp)

Vespa crabro (European hornet)

Apis mellifera (honey bee)

Formica fusca (silky ant)

Mutilla europaea (large velvet ant)

(Diptera)

Oestrus ovis (sheep botfly)

Tipula oleracea (marsh cranefly)

Tipula hortorum (cranefly)

Tipula lunata (cranefly)

Musca domestica (housefly)

Tabanus bovinus (pale horsefly)

Tabanus calens (horsefly)

Tabanus bromius (brown horsefly)

Tabanus occidentalis (horsefly)

Tabanus antarcticus (horsefly)

Culex pipiens (house mosquito)

Empis borealis (dance fly)

Empis pennipes (dance fly)

Empis livida (dance fly)

Conops flavipes (thick-headed fly)

Asilus barbarus (robberfly)

Asilus crabroniformis (hornet robberfly)

Bombylius major (bee fly)

Bombylius medius (bee fly)

Bombylius minor (bee fly)

Hippobosca equina (forest fly)

(Aptera)

Lepisma saccharina (silverfish)

Podura aquatica (water springtail)

Termes fatale (termite)

Pediculus humanus (human louse)

Pulex irritans (human flea)

Acarus siro (flour mite)

Phalangium opilio (harvestman)

Araneus angulatus (orb-weaving spider)

Araneus diadematus (European garden spider)

Araneus marmoreus (marbled orbweaver)

Araneus quadratus (four-spotted orbweaver -- last four are by Clerck 1757, some of the very few surviving pre-Linnean names!)

Scorpio maurus (large-clawed scorpion)

Cancer pagurus (brown crab)

Oniscus asellus (common woodlouse)

Scolopendra gigantea (giant centipede)

Scolopendra morsitans (red-headed centipede)

Julus fuscus (millipede)

Julus terrestris (millipede)

"Vermes"

(Intestina)

Gordius aquaticus (horsehair worm)

Lumbricus terrestris (common earthworm)

Ascaris lumbricoides (giant roundworm)

Fasciola hepatica (liver fluke)

Hirudo medicinalis (medicinal leech)

Myxine glutinosa (Atlantic hagfish)

Teredo navalis (shipworm)

[shout out to Furia infernalis, a terrifying carnivorous jumping worm that Linnaeus described, but which doesn't seem to actually exist]

(Mollusca)

Limax maximus (leopard slug)

Doris verrucosa (warty nudibranch)

Nereis caerulea (ragworm)

Nereis pelagica (ragworm)

Aphrodita aculeata (sea mouse)

Lernaea cyprinacea (anchor worm)

Scyllaea pelagica (Sargassum nudibranch)

Sepia officinalis (common cuttlefish)

Asterias rubens (common starfish)

Echinus esculentus (edible sea urchin)

(Testacea)

Chiton tuberculatus (West Indian green chiton)

Lepas anatifera (goose barnacle)

Pholas dactylus (common piddock)

Mya arenaria (softshell clam)

Mya truncata (truncate softshell)

Solen vagina (razor clam)

Tellina laevigata (smooth tellin)

Tellina linguafelis (cat-tongue tellin)

Tellina radiata (sunrise tellin)

Tellina scobinata (tellin)

Cardium costatum (ribbed cockle)

Donax cuneatus (wedge clam)

Donas denticulatus (wedge clam)

Donax trunculus (wedge clam)

Venus casina (Venus clam)

Venus verrucosa (warty venus)

Spondylus gaederopus (thorny oyster)

Spondylus regius (thorny oyster)

Chama lazarus (jewel box shell)

Chama gryphoides (jewel box shell)

Arca noae (Noah's ark shell)

Ostrea edulis (edible oyster)

Anomia aurita (saddle oyster)

Anomia ephippium (saddle oyster)

Anomia hysterita (saddle oyster)

Anomia lacunosa (saddle oyster)

Anomia spec (saddle oyster)

Anomia striatula (saddle oyster)

Mytilus edulis (blue mussel)

Pinna muricata (pen shell)

Pinna nobilis (fan mussel)

Pinna rudis (rough pen shell)

Argonauta argo (argonaut)

Nautilus pompilius (chambered nautilus)

Conus ammiralis (admiral cone snail)

Conus aulicus (princely cone snail)

Conus aurisiacus (cone snail)

Conus betulinus (betuline cone snail)

Conus bullatus (bubble cone snail)

Conus capitaneus (captain cone snail)

Conus cedonulli (cone snail)

Conus ebraeus (black-and-white cone snail)

Conus figulinus (fig cone snail)

Conus genuanus (garter cone snail)

Conus geographus (geographer cone snail)

Conus glaucus (glaucous cone snail)

Conus granulatus (cone snail)

Conus imperialis (imperial cone snail)

Conus litteratus (lettered cone snail)

Conus magus (magical cone snail)

Conus marmoreus (marbled cone snail)

Conus mercator (trader cone snail)

Conus miles (soldier cone snail)

Conus monachus (monastic cone snail)

Conus nobilis (noble cone snail)

Conus nussatella (cone snail)

Conus princeps (prince cone snail)

Conus spectrum (spectrecone snail)

Conus stercusmuscarum (fly-specked cone snail)

Conus striatus (striated cone snail)

Conus textile (cloth-of-gold cone snail)

Conus tulipa (tulip cone snail)

Conus varius (freckled cone snail)

Conus virgo (cone snail)

Cypraea tigris (tiger cowry shell)

Bulla ampulla (Pacific bubble shell)

Voluta ebraea (Hebrew volute)

Voluta musica (music volute)

Buccinum undatum (common whelk)

Strombus pugilis (fighting conch)

Murex tribulus (caltrop murex)

Trochus maculatus (maculated top shell)

Turbo acutangulus (turban shell)

Turbo argyrostomus (silver-mouth turban shell)

Turbo chrystostomus (gold-mouth turban shell)

Turbo marmoratus (green turban shell)

Turbo petholatus (turban shell)

Turbo sarmaticus (giant turban shell)

Helix lucorum (Mediterranean snail)

Helix pomatia (Roman snail)

Nerita albicilla (blotched nerite)

Nerita chamaeleon (nerite)

Nerita exuvia (snakeskin nerite)

Nerita grossa (nerite)

Nerita histrio (nerite)

Nerita peloronta (bleeding tooth)

Nerita plicata (nerite)

Nerita polita (nerite)

Nerita undata (nerite)

Haliotis asinina (ass-ear abalone)

Haliotis marmorata (marbled abalone)

Haliotis midae (South African abalone)

Haliotis parva (canaliculate abalone)

Haliotis tuberculata (green ormer)

Haliotis varia (common abalone)

Patella caerulea (Mediterranean limpet)

Patella pellucida (blue-rayed limpet)

Patella vulgata (European limpet)

Dentalium elephantinum (elephant tusk)

Dentalium entale (tusk shell)

[genus Serpula is still in use with none of its original species]

(Lithophyta)

Tubipora musica (organ pipe coral)

Millepora alcicornis (sea ginger fire coral)

Madrepora oculata (zigzag stone coral)

(Zoophyta)

Isis hippuris (sea bamboo)

Isis ochracea (sea bamboo)

Gorgonia flabellum (Venus fan)

Gorgonia ventalina (purple sea fan)

Alcyonium bursa (soft coral)

Alcyonium digitatum (dead man's fingers)

Tubularia indivisa (oaten ipes hydroid)

Corallina officinalis (coralline red alga)

Sertularia argentea (sea fern)

Sertularia cupressoides (hydroid)

Pennatula phosphorea (sea pen)

Taenia solium (pork tapeworm)

Volvox globator (colonial alga)

[genus Hydra is still in use with none of its original species]

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Homebox Stangen 80: A Must-Have Grow Tent Accessory

Looking to upgrade your grow tent without changing your entire setup? One small yet powerful accessory can make a huge difference—Homebox Stangen 80. Whether you’re hanging heavy LED lights, adding ventilation equipment, or creating extra support for your plants, these bars are a game-changer for indoor growers.

What Are Stangen & Why Use Them?

“Stangen” is the German word for poles or rods, and in the context of grow tents, it refers to the horizontal or vertical support bars used inside your tent structure. The Homebox Stangen 80 are specifically designed for Homebox tents that are 80 cm in dimension, offering extra mounting points for lighting, fans, carbon filters, and training equipment.

Unlike generic rods, these are designed for precision fitting and increased load capacity within your grow environment.

Why they're essential:

Enhance the structural integrity of your tent.

Add more equipment without compromising stability.

Allow better airflow control and equipment placement.

Ideal for plant support systems like SCROG nets or trellis.

Load Capacity & Material Strength

The Homebox Stangen 80 are crafted from high-strength, powder-coated steel or durable aluminum, depending on the model. These materials are chosen specifically for their:

Rust resistance

High weight tolerance

Lightweight handling

Non-toxic surface coatings

Each bar can typically hold several kilograms, making it suitable for even the heaviest LED fixtures or filter systems. This makes it perfect for use in compact grow spaces where vertical space and structural strength are key.

Best Uses for Horizontal & Vertical Bars

Horizontal and vertical bars serve different, yet equally important purposes:

Horizontal Bars

Hang LED grow lights at an even level.

Install SCROG nets for even canopy growth.

Attach clip fans for internal airflow.

Vertical Bars

Support trellis or climbing plants like tomatoes or beans.

Stabilize hanging components like oscillating fans.

Create zones in multi-level grow setups.

By adding multiple bars, growers can essentially customize their tent like a modular lab, increasing productivity without increasing tent size.

Available Sizes and Where to Buy

The “80” in Homebox Stangen 80 refers to its compatibility with Homebox tents that are 80cm in size, such as the Homebox Ambient Q80 or Q80+ models. These stangen are available as:

Single horizontal bars

Vertical extension sets

Corner and cross connectors

You can find these essential accessories and more at Ibex Grow’s product page, where we stock original, high-quality parts that ensure a perfect fit and function.

Author Bio Sehar is a digital marketing expert and horticulture tech enthusiast. With a passion for helping small businesses grow online, she specializes in SEO content for eCommerce and gardening-focused brands like Ibex Grow.

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drawing critters again

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Joseph Mossel, Co-Founder & CEO of Ibex Medical Analytics – Interview Series

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Joseph Mossel, Co-Founder & CEO of Ibex Medical Analytics – Interview Series

Joseph Mossel is the CEO of Ibex Medical Analytics. His career in the tech industry spans more than 20 years, starting off in software development and product management followed with leadership positions in startups, large multinational corporations and non-profits. Joseph has led products from inception all the way to maturity as multi-million-dollar businesses. He holds a MSc in computer science from Tel Aviv University, and a MSc in environmental science from VU Amsterdam.

Developed by pathologists for pathologists, Ibex is a clinical-grade, multi-tissue platform that helps pathologists detect and grade breast, prostate and gastric cancer, along with more than a hundred other clinically relevant features.

Seamlessly integrated with third party digital pathology software solutions, scanning platforms and laboratory information systems, Ibex’s AI-enabled workflows deliver automated high-quality insights that enhance patient safety, increase physician confidence and boost productivity.

What inspired you to co-found Ibex Medical Analytics (Ibex), and what problem were you aiming to solve?

Cancer, unfortunately, touches everyone–whether they are personally affected, have been a caregiver for someone with cancer, or know of someone who has been impacted. I have relatives and friends who have been affected by cancer, and tragically, one of our employees passed away from cancer.

As cancer incidence continues to rise worldwide, there is an increasing demand for cancer diagnostics that is being compounded by a global shortage of pathologists, whose jobs are becoming more complex with advances in therapy and a demand for more complex diagnostics.

Our platform helps overcome these challenges by empowering pathologists with AI tools that enhance accuracy and streamline workflows to ensure that every patient receives an accurate and timely diagnosis, which is instrumental both in guiding treatment decisions and ultimately improving patient outcomes.

We’re proud of the work we do for our customers, many of whom rely on our technology daily to deliver better diagnoses. Their trust in our solutions highlights the real impact we’re making, transforming the field of pathology, and improving patient outcomes.

Can you share a bit about your background and how it led to your work in AI-powered pathology?

If I look back at my career, there have been two driving forces: a search for a sense of purpose and a preference for interdisciplinarity over deep specialization. I am lucky to run a company that gives me a deep sense of purpose and allows me to work with an incredibly talented team from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.

My original academic background was in computer science, specializing in computational neuroscience. I then worked as an algorithms engineer and moved on to product management. After a stint at a large corporation, I decided that it was not for me. I earned a degree in environmental science and ran an environmental non-profit for several years. Sustainability remains a passion of mine and is considered the great challenge of our time.

Around ten years ago, I met my co-founder, Chaim Linhart, who was equally driven to make a meaningful difference and shared my passion for technology. Chaim, unlike me, is a specialist. He has a PhD in computer science and more than 25 years of experience in algorithm development, AI, and machine learning (ML). In the first days of Ibex, Chaim was busy winning Kaggle (ML) competitions.

When we learned that pathology is being (slowly) digitized, we talked about the impact a digital transformation in pathology could have on improving cancer diagnostics. Hundreds of companies were already developing AI in radiology, and we asked ourselves, why not do the same in pathology? It seemed like a natural fit to bring our technological expertise into the field, collaborating closely with pathologists every step of the way.

What were some of the biggest challenges you faced in the early days of Ibex, and how did you overcome them?

The idea -which we were not the first to come up with- of applying AI to pathology slides was the easy part. Execution is hard. The three main challenges we encountered within the early days of Ibex were access to data, access to capital, and access to domain-specific knowledge.

We solved the data challenge through partnering with Maccabi Health Services of Israel. At that point, we were two fledgling entrepreneurs with no medical knowledge who decided to open a medical startup in a very complex domain. Still, Varda Shalev, who headed Maccabi’s innovation arm at the time, believed in our vision, and we signed a partnership and data-sharing agreement with Maccabi. At this point, Dr. Judith Sandbank, the chief pathologist at Ibex came on board as our Chief Medical Officer (CMO), a position she still holds. With a strategic partner and a CMO, we were now well-positioned to raise a seed round, which we raised from Kamet Ventures, a French venture studio that was part of AXA Insurance.

We were now positioned to make history. We hired two engineers and developed our first algorithm for prostate cancer detection. Once we were happy with the performance, we deployed it at the Maccabi pathology lab as a second read, reviewing all of the cases after an initial read by the pathologist. To our surprise, within a few days, the system raised an alert for a case of cancer that was missed by the pathologist. As far as we know, this was the first case ever where the initial diagnosis of cancer was made by an algorithm, back in 2018.

Congratulations on receiving FDA 510(k) clearance for Ibex Prostate Detect! What does this approval mean for Ibex and the broader field of AI-powered diagnostics?

Thank you! This approval marks a significant milestone in Ibex’s journey and exemplifies our dedication to developing clinically validated solutions that help improve patient health outcomes. It affirms our commitment to the safety and efficacy of our solutions and strengthens our ability to provide cutting-edge innovation to pathologists, ultimately benefiting the patients they serve.

We envision that this tremendous milestone will break down barriers and accelerate the adoption of AI and digitization in pathology. We hope this accomplishment will bolster industry-wide confidence that the technology is easy to implement and ready for wide-scale use. Long-term, FDA clearance is an important step towards achieving reimbursement for AI in pathology and fostering widespread adoption.

The FDA validation process highlighted a 13% rate of missed cancers in initial benign diagnoses. What does this tell us about the potential of AI to improve diagnostic accuracy?

In the robust precision and clinical validation studies conducted at multiple United States and European laboratories as part of the FDA clearance, the system identified a 13% rate of missed cancers in a cohort of consecutive patients initially diagnosed as benign. This statistic reinforces the accuracy and impact of Ibex’s products, and it also validates that Ibex’s AI platform can be integrated safely into clinical workflows, enhancing diagnostic precision and ultimately improving patient care. By providing an additional layer of analysis, our technology is helping to reduce errors, enable better clinical decision-making, and promote patient safety.

As for potential, while the clearance serves as a critical validation of our technology, our solution has already been making a meaningful impact in the market. This is a testament to the daily hard work in pathology labs, and we see this as a step forward in improving health outcomes globally. We can’t help but imagine the impact this would have if labs across the United States embraced a digital transformation.

How does Ibex Prostate Detect work, and what makes it unique compared to other AI-driven pathology solutions?

Ibex Prostate Detect is an in vitro diagnostic medical device that harnesses AI to generate heatmaps identifying missed prostatic cancers. Acting as a safety net, Ibex Prostate Detect assists pathologists in ensuring that patients receive an accurate diagnosis. It leverages AI algorithms to enhance the accuracy of a prostate cancer diagnosis.

The device is intended to identify tumors that may have been missed by the pathologist. If suspicious tissue for prostate cancer is identified, the system generates an alert and includes a heatmap, directing the pathologist to areas likely to contain cancer. Ibex Prostate Detect is the only FDA-cleared solution that provides AI-powered heatmaps for all areas with a likelihood of cancer, offering full explainability to the reviewing pathologist.

Can you explain how the heatmap feature assists pathologists in identifying cancerous tissue?

Ibex Prostate Detect is intended to identify cases initially diagnosed as benign for further review by a pathologist. If it detects tissue morphology suspicious for prostate adenocarcinoma (AdC), atypical small acinar proliferation (ASAP), and other rare cancer subtypes, it provides alerts that include a heatmap of tissue areas in the whole slide images that is likely to contain cancer, offering full explainability to the reviewing pathologist.

Generally, the heatmap is accurate and precise and may provide the pathologist with areas of concern that they can focus on and determine the correct diagnosis. In the precision and clinical validation studies conducted as part of the FDA clearance, Ibex Prostate Detect’s heatmaps demonstrated extreme pixel accuracy and determined the following:

Nearly all cancer areas are covered by the heatmap (sensitivity=98.7%).

Almost everything highlighted as high probability of cancer in the heatmap is indeed cancer (PPV=99.6%).

The missed cancer cases (false negatives) identified by the system were subsequently verified by expert pathologists, confirming the product’s clinical utility and benefits compared with the current standard of care.

How does the AI model differentiate between benign and malignant tissue, and how was it trained?

The Deep Learning algorithm is based on multilayered convolutional neural networks, operating on several magnification levels. The AI is exceptionally robust, demonstrating high accuracy across multiple labs and patient demographics. Of note, in line with our mantra of ‘by pathologists, for pathologists,’ the model was trained on over a million slides painstakingly annotated by world-renowned pathologists at leading medical centers. This approach is costly, but we believe that without the insight of pathologists it is very difficult to reach the level of performance we are aiming for. By doing this, we equip all pathologists with expert insights and ensure that every patient, regardless of their location, receives a level of diagnosis on par with the world’s leading specialists.

Beyond prostate cancer, Ibex is also working on solutions for breast and gastric cancers. What’s next for the company in terms of new diagnostic capabilities?

Ibex is already having a huge impact on AI-powered diagnostic solutions for breast and gastric cancers. As the worldwide leader in live clinical rollouts, many labs – including those in the United States – are already using Ibex products to transform their medical practice. Our products are proven to deliver real-world clinical impact, and pathologists both trust the AI and attest to the value it brings. Now, we are working to release a new type of technology into the market, a technology that was developed and validated by Ibex in collaboration with AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo. The specific algorithm that is the first to be released helps quantify HER2 expression, which helps providers determine the course of treatment for the patient.

Looking ahead, we’ll continue to expand our offerings to provide additional insights within the tissue types we already support. We’re also looking to provide offerings within other tissue areas and continue improving our customers’ workflows.

How do you see AI-powered pathology evolving in the next five to ten years?

I envision that AI will have a profound impact on the practice of pathology and the way cancer is diagnosed. I don’t see us replacing pathologists, but as with every new technological development, the practice will be transformed. AI will continue to be instrumental in addressing the growing workforce challenges in healthcare, particularly the global shortage of pathologists and their increasing caseloads driven by rising cancer cases. Implementing responsible AI will help pathologists manage their workloads more effectively, improving diagnostic efficiency and reducing delays. By automating routine tasks, AI can lower error rates, improve the quality of diagnosis, and ultimately boost pathologists’ confidence in their work. I strongly feel that AI, together with a human in the loop, is the best combination for transforming healthcare.

Another area with great promise is expanding beyond the current practice of pathology into the realm of predictive algorithms. Algorithms that potentially combine several modalities to predict outcomes or, crucially, treatment efficacy.

AI can also enhance health equity through democratized health access. Regardless of location, every patient, everywhere deserves a trusted diagnosis. It would be great for AI technology to be deployed as part of standard practice in every pathology lab worldwide. However, this starts with collaboration among physicians, the industry, and agencies to accelerate the deployment of this technology–I feel we owe it to patients.

Thank you for the great interview, readers who wish to learn more should visit Ibex Medical Analytics.

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No More Headroom: 2025 Budget Speech is Bad News for Taxpayers

The unexpected postponement of the annual Budget Speech last month sent shockwaves through South Africa, unsettling market sentiment. Now, the reason for the delay has become clear—there is little good news for taxpayers, says Thomas Lobban, Director of Ibex Consulting, a division of Latita Africa.

When the parliamentary session finally commenced, many MPs voiced their frustration over the delay and the late start to the session, demanding accountability. Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, faced the unenviable task of outlining the government’s plans for expenditure cuts, infrastructure development, and, most critically, new tax proposals.

Taxpayers Carrying a Heavier Burden

The key concern for many was whether the VAT rate would be increased – a widely unpopular proposal that was rumoured to have caused the initial delay. The government has now proposed a 0.5% VAT increase in the 2025/26 fiscal year, followed by another 0.5% increase the following year.

While this move was anticipated, what has come as a shock is the decision to keep personal income tax brackets unchanged for the second consecutive year. With no adjustments for inflation, individual taxpayers will effectively pay more tax in real terms, leading to diminished purchasing power across the board. Adding to the dismay, a proposal to tax previously exempt foreign pension income is set to hit expatriates and returning retirees hard, explains Lobban. These measures raise serious concerns about fairness and economic impact, with little upside benefit foreseen.

General Sentiment

Despite the overall bleak outlook, the Budget Review does contain some positive elements. Certain tax proposals provide increased legal clarity, while others offer modest relief in specific cases. Notable measures include the reinstatement of a tax exemption for child maintenance payments funded from after-tax income and a tax deduction for foreign taxes incorrectly levied on employment income.

During his speech, the Minister stated, "We are aware of the fact that a lower overall tax burden can help to increase investment and job creation and also unlock household spending power." However, the government’s proposed measures indicate that it has run out of financial headroom and sees no alternative but to increase the tax burden. Lobban advises, in essence, while the government acknowledges that lower taxes could stimulate economic growth, it simply cannot afford such a policy direction at this time.

Recognizing the increasing financial strain on taxpayers, National Treasury has proposed granting full access to the two-pot retirement fund system in cases of retrenchment—a departure from the current restrictions. This signals a concerning acknowledgment of the economic struggles that businesses and employees are likely to face in the coming year. It is, by all accounts, a troubling forecast.

SARS: The One Bright Spot?

The only unequivocally positive announcement in this year’s Budget Speech was the increased budget allocation to the South African Revenue Service ("SARS")., says Lobban. SARS will receive R3.5 billion in the current fiscal year, with an additional R4 billion over the medium term.

While SARS may not be universally popular among taxpayers, a well-resourced revenue service is essential for both taxpayers and the country’s fiscal health. Improved enforcement could help address the chronic shortfalls in revenue collection. As Minister Godongwana noted, "rewards of higher tax compliance and efficiency take time. Once again, the investments we make today in SARS will allow the collector the time to make improvements."

Nevertheless, for most taxpayers, immediate relief simply remains out of reach. Whether the situation improves or worsens over the medium term remains to be seen – assuming, of course, that the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement proceeds as scheduled in October.

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Exclusive Urial Hunting in Pakistan – Legal Framework & Conservation Impact

Pakistan is home to some of the world’s most exotic and prized big-game species, making it a top destination for trophy hunting in Pakistan. Among these species, Urial hunting in Pakistan stands out as an exclusive experience that attracts hunters from around the globe. With well-regulated laws ensuring sustainability and conservation, Punjab Urial hunting in Pakistan is conducted in a controlled manner that benefits local communities and preserves wildlife populations.

In addition to Urial hunting in Pakistan, Pakistan offers world-class hunting opportunities for Markhor hunting in Pakistan, Himalayan Ibex hunting in Pakistan, and Himalayan Blue Sheep hunting in Pakistan. This article explores the legal framework governing Urial hunting hunting in Pakistan, its conservation impact, and why Pakistan is a premier destination for ethical trophy hunting.

Understanding Urial Hunting in Pakistan

What is an Urial?

The Urial hunting in Pakistan (Ovis vignei) is a wild sheep species native to South and Central Asia, known for its distinctive reddish-brown coat and majestic spiraled horns. Pakistan is home to multiple Urial subspecies, including:

Punjab Urial hunting in Pakistan (Ovis vignei punjabiensis)

Afghan Urial hunting in Pakistan (Ovis vignei cycloceros)

Blandford Urial hunting in Pakistan (Ovis vignei blanfordi)

Best Locations for Urial Hunting in Pakistan

Punjab Urial Hunting in Pakistan – Found in the Salt Range, Kala Chitta Hills, and Margalla Hills.

Afghan Urial Hunting in Pakistan – Native to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and western Pakistan.

Blandford Urial Hunting in Pakistan – Located in Balochistan’s rugged terrain.

The trophy size of Urials varies by subspecies, but each offers a unique challenge for hunters seeking an extraordinary adventure.

Legal Framework for Urial Hunting in Pakistan

Pakistan has established a sustainable and legal framework to regulate trophy hunting in Pakistan. The government, in collaboration with local communities, issues a limited number of hunting permits under a quota system to ensure species conservation.

Key Regulations for Urial Hunting

Strict Permit System: Only a limited number of Urial hunting permits are auctioned annually.

Age & Gender Restrictions: Hunters are only allowed to hunt older males (rams) that are beyond their breeding prime.

Licensed Hunting Outfitters: Only Best Hunting Outfitters in Pakistan are authorized to organize trophy hunts.

Revenue Distribution: Around 80% of the hunting permit revenue goes to local communities for conservation and development projects.

Wildlife Protection Laws: Hunting outside designated areas or without proper permits is illegal and punishable.

These regulations have successfully increased Urial populations over the years, proving that ethical hunting supports conservation.

The Conservation Impact of Trophy Hunting

Many conservationists initially viewed trophy hunting in Pakistan negatively, but research has shown that regulated hunting contributes significantly to wildlife protection.

How Urial Hunting Supports Conservation:

Funding for Wildlife Protection: The revenue from hunting permits helps finance anti-poaching patrols, habitat restoration, and community development.

Reduction of Human-Wildlife Conflict: Local communities benefit financially from wildlife conservation, discouraging illegal hunting.

Prevention of Overpopulation Issues: Controlled hunting helps maintain healthy populations by removing non-breeding males.

Community Involvement: Conservation programs encourage local communities to protect Urial populations rather than exploit them for illegal means.

Pakistan’s trophy hunting model, particularly in Trophy Hunting in Gilgit-Baltistan Pakistan, has become a global example of sustainable conservation.

Other Trophy Hunting Opportunities in Pakistan

1. Markhor Hunting in Pakistan

Markhor hunting in Pakistan (Capra falconeri) is the national animal of Pakistan and one of the most prestigious game species in the world. Hunting is strictly regulated, with several subspecies available for trophy hunting:

Astor Markhor Hunting in Pakistan (Gilgit-Baltistan)

Chiltan Markhor Hunting in Pakistan (Balochistan)

Afghan Markhor Hunting in Pakistan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa)

Sulemani Markhor Hunting in Pakistan (Balochistan)

2. Himalayan Ibex & Blue Sheep Hunting

For those looking for extreme mountain hunting, Pakistan offers Himalayan Ibex Hunting in Pakistan and Himalayan Blue Sheep hunting in Pakistan / Goat Hunting in Pakistan in the Karakoram and Himalayan ranges.

Best Hunting Companies & Outfitters in Pakistan

To ensure a successful and ethical hunting experience, choosing a reputable outfitter is essential. The Best Hunting Company in Pakistan provides:

Legal Permits & Hunting Licenses

Expert Hunting Guides & Trackers

Luxury Accommodations & Logistic Support

Conservation-Driven Hunting Practices

Top outfitters also offer Markhor Hunting Packages, ensuring compliance with Pakistan’s wildlife laws while providing a once-in-a-lifetime hunting adventure.

Urial Hunting Costs & Packages

The cost of Urial hunting in Pakistan depends on the permit price, outfitter services, and location:

Punjab Urial Hunting Package: $10,000 - $15,000

Afghan Urial Hunting Package: $9,000 - $14,000

Blandford Urial Hunting Package: $12,000 - $18,000

Markhor Hunting Price: Can exceed $100,000, depending on the subspecies

These prices include permits, guides, accommodations, and logistics.

Ethical Trophy Hunting vs. Poaching

It is crucial to distinguish between ethical trophy hunting and illegal poaching:

Poaching: Illegal hunting that threatens species survival.

Ethical Trophy Hunting: Regulated hunting that supports conservation.

By supporting trophy hunting in Pakistan, hunters play an active role in preserving wildlife and funding conservation initiatives.

Conclusion

Pakistan’s well-regulated Urial hunting program serves as a model for sustainable trophy hunting. Punjab Urial hunting in Pakistan, along with Markhor, Ibex, and Blue Sheep hunting, is conducted under strict conservation guidelines that benefit both wildlife and local communities. By hunting legally and ethically, sportsmen contribute to wildlife protection and habitat conservation.

If you’re looking for an exclusive hunting adventure, Pakistan offers some of the best trophy hunting experiences in the world. Whether you are interested in Urial hunting, Markhor hunting, or Himalayan Ibex hunting, booking through the Best Hunting Outfitter in Pakistan ensures a world-class experience.

Plan your Urial hunting expedition today and be part of Pakistan’s wildlife conservation success story!

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Digital Pathology and Big Data: Unlocking the Future of Diagnostics

The global digital pathology market size is expected to reach USD 1.73 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.0% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is anticipated to witness exponential growth owing to rising prevalence of chronic diseases aided by increasing demand for accurate diagnostics. Chronic diseases affect nearly one in every three adults. Whereas, according to the CDC, in the U.S., approximately, 51.8% of adults have at least one chronic disease. Digital pathology, including molecular tissue profiling, biobanking, tissue microarray analysis, and molecular biology, plays an important role in the drug development pipeline and companion diagnostics. Growing demand for high-quality tissue samples in tissue-based biomarker research is expected to drive technology adoption over the forecast period.

Digital Pathology Market Report Highlights

Based on product, The device segment held the largest share of 51.72% in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a lucrative growth rate during the projected period. The device segment includes a slide management system and scanner. The segment growth is attributed to the increasing adoption of digital pathology in academic research activities with enhanced resolution

Based on application, Disease diagnosis is anticipated to witness the fastest growth rate from 2024 to 2030 due to an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and demand for noble diagnosis techniques

In terms of end-use, The hospitals segment dominated the market in 2023 with a share of 36.7% due to the growing incorporation of digital pathologies in healthcare settings for efficient disease diagnosis

North America dominated overall market in 2023 with a share of 40.7%, due to the presence of well-established digital infrastructure and several technological advancements pertaining to the incorporation of technology in healthcare settings

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Increasing adoption of telepathology with the launch of newer versions of the technology, such as in June 2022, Tribun Health launched TeleSlide Patho 5, an online telepathology platform used for providing clinical and timely expertise to patients. Moreover, the market is expected to see intense competition in the near future as companies adopt more stringent strategies to compete. Moreover, technological advancements, such as the digitization of pathology lab makes the specialty more efficient, the specimen more reproducible, and pathologists' work easier. In past few years, several breakthrough advancements have provided a significant boost to market growth.

For instance, in September 2021, Paige received FDA approval for Paige Prostate, an AI solution for the detection of prostate cancer. The product is the first AI-enabled pathology product to gain marketing authorization. This was further followed by the collaboration of F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. with Ibex in October 2021 for the development of artificial intelligence-based pathology applications for the improvement of patient care. Furthermore, major players are adopting strategies like collaborations and partnerships with a focus on technological advancements, such as robotic light microscopy, digital imaging, multiple fiber optic communications, and computerization, to enhance the adoption of digital pathology.

For instance, in December 2022, Deciphex launched Patholytix 3.0, a Digital Research Pathology Platform with an aim to revolutionize tools available for research pathologists and designed to overcome the limits of LIMS software that allows users to effectively manage associated data and samples. Furthermore, with the launch, the company also highlighted features of the new platform that impact workflow and offer simpler and more expedient report creation.

List of Key Players in the Digital Pathology Market

Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH (Danaher)

Hamamatsu Photonics, Inc.

Koninklijke Philips N.V.

Olympus Corporation

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

Mikroscan Technologies, Inc.

Inspirata, Inc.

Epredia (3DHISTECH Ltd.)

Visiopharm A/S

Huron Technologies International Inc.

We have segmented the global digital pathology market based on product, type, application, end-use, and region